Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Reverend Philip Dale Patterson
May 16, 2025
Philip Dale Patterson, 79, our beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Granddad, Uncle, and Pastor went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, May 16th, 2025, at The Gathering Together in Plainfield, Indiana.
Philip was born August 20, 1945, in Front Royal, Virginia to the late Woodrow R. and Leler O. Patterson. He grew up in Atkins, Virginia where he accumulated...
Richard A. Czap
May 16, 2025
Richard Czap Sr.
December 7, 1943 – May 16, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Czap Sr., age 81, of Indianapolis, Indiana, on May 16, 2025. Rick as his friends and family called him was a beloved father, grandfather, teacher, coach, and friend whose impact will be felt for generations.
Born on December 7, 1943, Richard...
Julie Richardson
May 16, 2025
Julie Richardson, 83, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025. She was born on July 29, 1941, in Elwood, Indiana, to the late Harold and Mary (Myerly) Hennegan.
Julie graduated from Elwood High School and later attended Ball State University, where she pursued her passion for education. She dedicated 34 years to teaching elementary school in Washington Township...
Joan Edrice Simmons
May 16, 2025
Joan Edrice Simmons, a beloved mother, pioneering Army Captain, accomplished accountant, and dedicated community leader, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025 at the age of 88. Born on May 15, 1937, in Mobile, Alabama, to John Elmore Edwards and Nettie Louise (Dean) Edwards, Joan lived a life defined by faith, service, and unwavering devotion to family.
She was raised alongside...
June Yvonne Turecek
May 16, 2025
June Yvonne Turecek passed away in her home in Whitestown, Indiana on May 16, 2025. Yvonne was born at home in Harrison County in southern Indiana on July 27, 1931, to Fern (Moyars) and Edgar L. Miller.
She is survived by her brother, William (Sandy) Miller, children Mary Ann Campbell and Leslie (Charlie) Holder, her grandchildren Julie Kushman, Heather (John) McMahan,...
Dean E. Meister
May 16, 2025
Dean Erwin Meister, born on September 6, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on May 16, 2025. He was the cherished son of the late Robert and Betty Meister and spent his life rooted in love, hard work, and devotion to those he held dear.
Dean shared 33 beautiful years with the love of his life, Julie (Tarter) Meister. They were...
Kenneth "Ken" Clark Gordon
May 15, 2025
Kenneth “Ken” Clark Gordon, age 86, of The Villages, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, surrounded by family. Born to Gilbert and Leona Gordon on July 1, 1938, Ken’s life was defined by his devotion to his family.
Ken’s life began in Gary, Indiana, where he grew up with his two younger sisters, Phyllis and Norma. After graduating from...
Vincent Michael Rak
May 15, 2025
Vince Rak, 69, died unexpectedly on May 15th, 2025. Born November 2nd, 1955, he was the third of eight children of the late Stanley and Mary Ellen (Boland) Rak.
From an early age, Vince was an exceptionally competitive athlete at the Municipal Gardens Police Athletic League, (PAL Club) Ransburg Little League and the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) playing baseball, basketball, and...
Larry Ray McGary
May 15, 2025
Larry McGary, a lifelong Hoosier and unforgettable character, passed away on May 15, 2025 at the age of 76 in Indianapolis.
Born and raised in the city he always called home, Larry graduated from Warren Central High School.
Larry's work ethic was unmatched. He started out at Mayflower, then served as a firefighter, later transitioned into heating and cooling, and ultimately found...
Ronnie Lewis Keller
May 15, 2025
Ronnie Lewis Keller of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on May 15, 2025, at 70 years of age. He was born March 28, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late William and Dorothy (Kessler) Keller. He enjoyed the outdoors; he especially liked to go fishing, and he enjoyed serving as Santa Claus for numerous years. Ronnie is survived by his siblings,...
Franky Arlayne Genier
May 15, 2025
Franky A (Lee) Gentry- Genier, 68, of Avon, IN passed away from natural causes on May 15, 2025 surrounded by family and loved ones. She was born Aug 16th, 1956, to the late Frank and Charlotte Lee of Lebanon, IN. She is survived by her husband, the love of her life, Gary Genier, 72, of Avon, to whom she remained...
Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" Gordon
May 15, 2025
Mary Elizabeth “Betsy” Gordon, 55, of Carmel, Indiana, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 15, 2025. She was born on May 6, 1970, in Indianapolis, Indiana to parents, James R. “Dick” Anthony and Beverly S. (Mattox) Anthony.
Betsy graduated from Carmel High School in 1989 and went on to teach at The Little Lamb...
Gloria Juanita Williams
May 15, 2025
Gloria Juanita (Green) Williams passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield, Indiana.
Gloria was born July 26, 1948, in Terre Haute, Indiana to Lorrine K. (Day) and William Luther Green.
Gloria graduated from Warren Central High School in 1966. After graduation she worked for Indiana Bell as a teletype. She then graduated from the Indianapolis School of...
Carolyn Jane Townsend
May 14, 2025
Carolyn Jane Townsend, 90, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on May 14, 2025. Jane was born on January 14, 1935, in Indianapolis, to the late Willard and Helen Townsend.
There will be a private graveside service at Combes Cemetery in Quincy, Indiana.
In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation in Jane’s memory to Hooverwood Living Memory Care, 7001 Hoover RoadIndianapolis, IN...
Linda Kay Hunt
May 14, 2025
Linda Kay Hunt (Natali) was born on June 5, 1946, in Hamilton, Ohio, and she peacefully passed away on May 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer and various health challenges. She was the beloved daughter of Gus and Betty Natali and the third of six siblings, raised in a Catholic household alongside her sisters Judy, Shirley, Betsy, and...
Marvin Lee LaRoche
May 14, 2025
Celebrating the Life of Marvin Lee LaRoche October 10, 1932 to May 14, 2025
Marvin was born the 11th of 13 children in Indiana to Alice and Charles LaRoche. He is survived by his two younger brothers Don (Donna) and Frank (Marie).
He attended Plainfield High School where he was on the basketball team, track, and cross-country. He enlisted in the army...
Joseph William Harrick
May 14, 2025
Joseph William Harrick (Joe) went home to be in the presence of the Lord on May 14, 2025. Joe was preceded in death by his first wife of 34 years, Janice Haskins Harrick, in 1987, and his son, Steven B. Harrick, in 2022.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Bernice (Bunny) Harrick; his daughters Anne Zoeller and husband...
James "Jim" A. LaBelle
May 13, 2025
James "Jim" A. LaBelle, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on May 13, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 79. Born on August 9, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois, Jim lived a life rich with love, family, hard work, and innovation.
Jim dedicated over 25 years as an executive of GTE and retired as President of GTE Mobilnet....
Ms. Daryn Lee Nicole Walker
May 13, 2025
Daryn Lee Nicole Walker, 19, passed away on May 13, 2025 surrounded by her family who loved her dearly. From the moment she was born on March 10, 2006 she brought boundless happiness to her family. She had a contagious smile, a tender heart, and a love for the little things that made life so beautiful. In lieu of flowers,...
Michelle A. Bills
May 13, 2025
Michelle A. Bills, 55, of Avon, Indiana, passed away on May 13, 2025, surrounded by love.
She was born on March 18, 1970, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Lloyd and Jackie (Jordan) Bills.
Born with special needs that many believed would limit her life, Michelle spent 55 joyful, meaningful years defying every expectation. Doctors once predicted she wouldn’t live past 20—but Michelle had...
