Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Linda Joyce Powell
May 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of Linda Joyce Jones-Powell, who departed this life on May 26, 2025, in Avon, Indiana, at the age of 64.
Born on August 16, 1960, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Linda was the beloved daughter of the late Jewel Simmons-Cutler and Earl L. Jones, and was lovingly raised by her...
Nicholas Bishop
May 26, 2025
Nicholas Lawrence Bishop died unexpectedly on May 26, 2025, at his residence at the too young age of 21 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Nick was born on April 16, 2004, in Grosse Pointe, MI.
Nick is survived by his parents Larry and Tammy of Westfield IN; his sister Sydney, brother Bradley and...
Nancy D. Richter
May 26, 2025
Nancy Dee Richter of Carmel, Indiana went to be with the Lord on May 26, 2025. She was married to the love of her life, William Don Richter (deceased) for more than 52 years.
Nancy was a long-time member of Walnut Grove Chapel, where she taught Sunday School and Children’s Church for many years. She was also involved in Bible Study...
Peter Prionas
May 25, 2025
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Peter Prionas fell asleep in the Lord on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 97. He was born in Florina, Greece on February 20, 1928. He served in the Greek army as an officer...
Joyce Jones
May 25, 2025
Nancy “Joyce” Jones, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 77.
Joyce was born on July 13, 1947, in Long Beach, CA to the late Virgil and Blanche Richardson. She graduated from Arcadia High School in Arcadia, CA in 1965. She attended Pasadena City College and proudly marched in...
Mary (Indellicati) Pirics
May 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary (Indellicati) Pirics, who departed this life on May 25, 2025, at the age of 76 after a courageous and lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio on Valentine's Day in 1949, Mary’s special birthday was often celebrated with a few extra chocolates – a sweet reflection of...
Annetta Kay Patterson
May 25, 2025
Annetta Kay Patterson, 59, left this world too soon, on May 25th, 2025.
Annetta was born December 10th, 1965, in Switzerland County, Indiana to parents Everett and Wanda (Turner) Chase.
She grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Arsenal Tech High School.
Annetta was a very hard worker. She graduated with her cosmetology license as a young woman and enjoyed working as a...
Jordan Winslow
May 23, 2025
We are devastated to announce the passing of Jordan Marie Winslow, 1/3/03-5/23/25.
Beautiful, funny, kind, smart and adventure loving, Jordan was simply a joy. Quick to laugh and make a joke, she had amazing inner strength and resilience and served as a role model to so many. A gifted artist, Jordan had been selected to display in galleries and was in...
Wilda "Dianne" Smith
May 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Wilda “Dianne” Smith, who departed this life on May 23, 2025, at the age of 74.
Dianne was born on September 29, 1950, and throughout her life, she was known for her kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends. She touched the lives of...
Anna Marie Essex
May 23, 2025
On May 23, 2025, Anna Marie Staggs Essex, 90, of Carmel, Indiana, moved into her “house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens” (2 Corinthians 5:1) from a peaceful sleep while in senior living care at Wellbrooke of Carmel.
Anna was born January 28, 1935, the daughter of Raymond F. Staggs and Sarah E. Cummins Staggs who resided in the...
Nancy Lou Dainty
May 23, 2025
Nancy Dainty, 91, of Indianapolis, IN, formerly Carmel, IN, passed away Friday May 23, 2025. Nancy was born December 4, 1933, in Jamestown, NY to the late Frederick H. and Gertrude J. Jones. She was a graduate of the University of Rochester School of Nursing, becoming a Registered Nurse at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. She later became a...
Marvin D. Trent
May 22, 2025
Marvin D. Trent
66 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on May 22, 2025. Marvin was born on June 19, 1958, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Melvin and Virginia Trent. He was a retired self-employed contractor. He was preceded in death by his son Karl Carnes, brother Bobby Trent, sister Karen Mills and his parents. He is survived by his wife...
Melissa "Missi" LeVay Cage
May 22, 2025
Melissa “Missi” LeVay Cage, 65, of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Bonita Springs, Florida, passed away on May 22, 2025. She was born on July 1, 1959, in Indianapolis, to MG and Dru LeVay.
Missi was a proud graduate of North Central High School in Indianapolis and attended Indiana University Bloomington. Following her education, Missi carried on a nearly century-old family legacy as...
Sulla Mae Cummings
May 22, 2025
Remembering the Life of
Sulla Mae Cummings
1941-2025
Sulla Mae (affectionately known as Sue Mae to family and friends) entered eternal rest with our Lord and Savior on May 22, 2025. She was born September 12, 1941, in Talucah, Alabama to Horace Watkins and Annie Draper Watkins.
Sue Mae attended Berkeley Elementary and Intermediate schools before moving to
Indianapolis, Indiana where she graduated from Crispus...
Jeffrey Thrasher
May 21, 2025
Jeffrey Michael Thrasher, age 55, passed away on May 21, 2025. Jeff was born on September 1, 1969, in Indianapolis, IN at Community Hospital East. He is survived by his parents, Mike and Judy; his brother, Mark; his children, Natalie, Andrew and Catherine; his nephew, Jake; his former wife, Beth; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Jeff attended Holy...
James Stephen Irsay
May 21, 2025
James Stephen Irsay, devoted father, grandfather, business and community leader, philanthropist, and beloved Owner & CEO of the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 21, 2025.
Jim was born on June 13, 1959, to Robert and Harriet Irsay in Lincolnwood, Ill., a suburb north of Chicago. He was raised in the Chicago area, but some of...
Russell W. Intravartolo
May 21, 2025
The legacy of Russell William Intravartolo is one that will timelessly echo throughout the ages. He will be remembered for his brilliant mind, his dedication to helping others, and his zest for life. At age 63, Russ passed away, leaving this world on May 21, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois. It was said that Russ lived 50 lives in his short...
Annette L. Jenkins
May 21, 2025
Annette L. Jenkins of Carmel, IN passed away on May 21, 2025 at the age of 87. She was a devoted mother to four children, loving grandmother of eight, and great-grandmother to 15. Annette’s greatest love was her family.
She is survived by children Michelle Burrus, Joni Majhor, and Bruce Jenkins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Jenkins,...
Ellen (Warner) Koch
May 21, 2025
Ellen (Warner) Koch December 16, 1933 – May 21, 2025
Ellen (Warner) Koch, 91, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, at Northwest Manor Healthcare.
Born on December 16, 1933, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, Ellen was the beloved daughter of Laurence and Helen Warner. She was a proud graduate of Broad Ripple High School and went on to earn her degree...
Laura Jean Hessong
May 21, 2025
Laura Jean (Holstein) Hessong passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born December 9, 1933, in Franklin, Indiana, Laura was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother (affectionately known as Nanny). She dedicated her life to caring for her family and her many dear friends.
Laura was a proud member of Franklin High School's close-knit class of...
