Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Julia Ann Dunkman
Dec 8, 2015
Julia Ann Dunkman
81 years old, of Wanamaker passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2015. Wife of James who passed away in April, and also predeceased by parents Paul and Barnetta Springer, sister Jeanette Shepherd, and infant daughter, Deborah. She is survived by her son Dennis, daughter Diane, and her yorkie Shorty.
Julia had a very active life supporting her community...
Franklin Eugene Davis
Dec 8, 2015
Franklin Eugene Davis, 70 of Zionsville, passed away on December 8, 2015. Frank was born on November 15, 1945 to the late Franklin Lloyd Davis and Luella Louise Motley in Brazil, IN. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a degree in accounting. Frank worked for IBM for 30 years retiring as a manager. Frank also retired from the...
Harold R. Brigade -Hal-
Dec 8, 2015
Harold R. Brigade "Hal"
71 years old,of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on December 8, 2015. He was born and raised in Pottsville, PA, and graduated from Syracuse University. Hal was an actuary, a devoted animal lover, and enjoyed music and road trips.
Hal is survived by his children, Deborah Raynor (Dave) and Scott Brigade; 2 granddaughters; sisters, Kalina Kominetz, Maryellen...
Jerry Darrel Young
Dec 8, 2015
Jerry Darrel Young, born on December 6, 1945, entered into Heaven on December 8, 2015. He was born in Highland, KY to Vernon Chief Young and Gladys Marie Young. Jerry leaves behind his 5 children, Angie Young, Jenny Gutenson, Jerry Darrel Young II, Kiley Young and Taylor Young; 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. He is also survived by his wife...
Richard A. 'Dick' Miller, Sr.
Dec 8, 2015
Richard A. Dick Miller, Sr.
79 years old, of Indianapolis, IN. passed away on December 8, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Dick was employed with Ford Motor Co. for 34 years before his retirement. He attended Southside Church of the Nazarene in Indianapolis which he loved. Dick was known for his loving and giving spirit to all who knew...
Liz Pearl Adderley
Dec 8, 2015
Lizzie Pearl Adderley, 73, Indianapolis, passed away December 8, 2015. She was born in Dunnville, KY to Dennis Carl Brogan and Montie Pearl (Barnett) Brogan. Lizzie married the love of her life, Thomas Adderley III on April 22, 1966. She was the mother of Thomas (Jenn Kirklys) Adderley, Jr. and Anthony (Barbara) Adderley and grandmother to Samantha. During their 49...
Randy J. Hart
Dec 7, 2015
Randy Jeffery Hart, 54 years old of Indianapolis, Indianawent to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday, December 7, 2015. Randy was known for his giving and lovingspirit to all who knew him. He was bornto Tommy and Lennie Hart on October 18, 1961 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He graduated from Arsenal Technical HighSchool and was married to Sherri Hart. Randy...
Pauline Schmitz
Dec 7, 2015
Pauline Schmitz
76, of Indianapolis, IN passed away December 7, 2015. She was born on March 14, 1939 to the late Ora and Sarah Banister. Pauline was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents, siblings; Maurice Banister, Donald Lee Banister, and Herb Banister. Pauline is survived by her husband of 47...
Barbara E. Waits
Dec 7, 2015
Barbara E. Waits, 77 of Carmel, passed away Monday, December 7, 2015. Barbara was born October 17, 1938 in Indianapolis to the late William L. and Lilly B. Sanders. Barbara began her career as an executive secretary at PR Mallory, where she met her husband. She later worked as a real estate broker for AHM Graves, and served as office...
Dee R. Wright
Dec 7, 2015
Dee R. Wright57, Indianapolis, passed away December 7, 2015. Dee was born on March 24, 1958, the daughter of Thomas and Shirley (Patterson) Litch. Survivors: children, Christina Campbell and Matt Harris; siblings, Pat Turner, Beth Nolan, Denny Litch, Royal Litch, Rick Litch, Nellie Welch and Irma Jones; 5 grandchildren. Services will be 11:00 am Monday, December 14, 2015 at Flanner...
Frederick Allen -Rick- Rosebrock
Dec 7, 2015
Frederick Allen "Rick" Rosebrock
70 years old, of Greenfield, IN passed away on December 7, 2015.
Rick's Boilermaker pride and sense of humor was obvious to all he encountered. He was also a puzzlemaster, artist, '62 vette driver, singer, builder, collector, tradition keeper, patent owner, and an astute and clever thinker that left no detail unconsidered. Through his life...
D.R. -Doc- Miller
Dec 7, 2015
D. R. Doc Miller85, of Zionsville, IN, passed away on December 7, 2015. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Indiana Bell in 1984. He is survived by his wife Patricia. Services will be Thursday, December 10, 2015, at 2 p.m. with calling one hour prior at Flanner and Buchanan-Broad Ripple. Memorial contributions may be...
Julia B. Kennedy
Dec 7, 2015
Julia B. Kennedy found eternal rest on Monday morning, December 7, 2015 at the age of 90. She peacefully passed in the comfort of her own home and joined loved ones who have gone before her with God in Heaven.
Her spirit lives on through her two sons, Jay and Matt, two daughters-in-law, Lynne and Cathy, six grandchildren, Christine,...
Charles William Johnson, Iii
Dec 6, 2015
Charles William Johnson III, 20, passed away December 6, 2015.He was born in Indianapolis 0n April 7, 1995. Survivors include his loving parents, Charles Jr. and Daphne; sister, Amber; grandparents; aunts, uncles and cousins.Visitation will be held from 3 pm until service time at 6 pm Friday, December 11, 2015 at Flanner and Buchanan-Floral Park, 425 N. Holt Rd.Online condolences...
Wendell Leroy Laisure
Dec 6, 2015
Wendell LeRoy Laisure
88, of Indianapolis, passed away on Dec. 6, 2015, at Mary Greeley Medical Center, Ames, Iowa. He was born in Corunna, Indiana, and was the son of Ralph Lee Laisure and Mary Pearl Harmon. Wendell was a first sergeant veteran of the U.S. Army, serving 29 years on active duty. He served in the Korean and Vietnam...
Christina Grace Levey
Dec 6, 2015
Christina Grace Levey, 64, of Indianapolis, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2015. She was born in Decatur, IL on March 12, 1951 to Robert K. and Margarthe W. (Metzger) Levey. Christina was a 1969 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and worked as a Medical Programmer for over 15 years at the University of Wisconsin Hospital. Christina was an...
Loretta Elizabeth Spear
Dec 6, 2015
Loretta Elizabeth Spear, 80, of Indianapolis was born January 26, 1935 and passed away December 6, 2015. She was born in Indianapolis to James Robert and Virginia Elizabeth Gunn. Loretta married Wayford T. "Sandy" Spear and they made their home in Indianapolis. She was employed at Crown Products for about 17 years before working at the Commissary at Fort Benjamin...
Randi Maria Machala
Dec 6, 2015
Randi Maria Machala
55, of Carmel passed away on December 6, 2015 surrounded by her loving family.
Randi is survived by her loving husband of 32 years Wayne Arnold Machala; children Matthew Wayne Machala, Tracey Lynn Machala, and John Michael Machala; mother Kathryn Elizabeth Waage Kusslid; sister Berit Karen Nordvik (Oddvar); and many other family and friends. She was preceded...
Ronald J. Armstrong
Dec 6, 2015
Ronald J. Armstrong, 80 of Indianapolis, IN was born March 27, 1935 and passed away on December 6, 2015. He was born in Galesburg, IL to Charles M. and Florence Taylor Armstrong, who precede him in death. He served in the US Air Force for 36 years and retired from Chysler. In addition to his parents, Ron is preceded in...
Betty J. Clements
Dec 6, 2015
Betty J. Clements,
86, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away December 6, 2015. She was born on July 26, 1929 to the late Frank and Lois Torrence. Betty attended and graduated from Howe High School, class of 1947. She was a proud member of Howe Alumni Association. Betty was a flower garener and an avid bowler. Betty truly enjoyed spending time...
