Marjorie E. Birk
Feb 26, 2024
Marjorie E. (Young) Birk, lovingly known as a devoted wife, mother, and cherished family member, passed away on February 26, 2024, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was born on October 16, 1929, in Montgomery, Alabama to parents Mildred and John Young.Marjorie had an illustrious career where she dedicated her time and skills to various roles. She worked at Barth Electric Co.,...
Donald L. Ley
Feb 26, 2024
Donald L. Ley, 77, of Indianapolis left this Earth and went to his Maker on February 26, 2024. Donald was born on November 11, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana to his parents, Joseph and Florence Ley. Donald graduated from Purdue University with an Electrical Engineering degree. Upon graduation, Donald selflessly enlisted in the United States Air Force and dutifully served his...
Norma Jean Rigney
Feb 26, 2024
Norma Jean Rigney, a cherished wife, devoted mother, and beloved grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2024, in Franklin, Indiana, at the age of 94. She was born on April 15, 1929, to Elmer and Orena Ladd, and her journey through life was marked by love, laughter, and boundless kindness.
After graduating from Ben Davis High School, Norma embarked on...
Donna L. Lazarick
Feb 26, 2024
I used to tease that my wife made the smartest decision of her life when she said “I do” Sept. 1, 1984, when, of course, the reverse was true.
Wracked by endometrial cancer, Donna Lazarick’s big heart gave way Feb. 26, 2024, at 64. Donna cherished her family and friends, and she devoted her life to helping others.
Daughter Nicole might look...
Brenda Joyce Sweeney
Feb 26, 2024
Family and friends of Brenda Joyce Sweeney, age 69, are mourning her passing which occurred on February 26, 2024. Born on February 17, 1955, to the late Cleveland and Anita Jacobs, Brenda grew up in the suburbs of Baltimore and Annapolis, Maryland.
She received her B.S. in Chemistry at the University of Maryland. While working in the pharmaceutical industry in Baltimore,...
Alice R. Miller
Feb 26, 2024
Alice Rosamary Miller, 85, of Indianapolis passed away on February 26, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on February 3, 1939, to her parents, Charles and Dorothy Dawson.
Alice is survived by her loving children, Randy Miller, Donnita Smith and Darla Miller; her grandchildren, Andrea Smith, Kara Smith, and Matthew Miller (Christine); her great grand children, Joplin Miller and Jett...
Harland Lee Jennings
Feb 26, 2024
Harland Lee Jennings, 83, of Westfield, passed away February 26, 2024. He was born February 26, 1941, in Indianapolis the son of the late Cecil R. and Pauline (Patrick) Jennings. He married Beverly A. Kelly who preceded him in passing on October 29, 2007.
Harland was a skilled Union Carpenter by profession but also enjoyed using his talents in his free...
Carolyn M. Connors Harlow
Feb 26, 2024
Carolyn M. Connors Harlow
Carolyn was born on December 27, 1931, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Mauro and Cloda (Christy) Sferruzzi. She was a part of a trio of the “Sferruzzi Sisters,” of which she and her sisters were proud to be called.
She graduated from Thomas Howell High School in 1949, and then attended one semester at Butler University before starting her...
Carol Louise Edwards
Feb 25, 2024
Carol Louise Edwards, age 80, passed away in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 25, 2024. She was born on January 28, 1944, in Bristol, Virginia, to Rev. Barnard and Rubye (Fleenor) Edwards. In her own words, Carol wrote these autobiographical notes in the 1980’s: “A native of Southwest Virginia. Born in Bristol, grew up in Bristol, (May’s Lick, Ky), Pulaski and...
Ronald P. Porter
Feb 25, 2024
Ronald P. Porter of Carmel, passed away at his home Sunday evening surrounded by his family. Ron was born September 3, 1940 in White County Illinois to the late Phillip and Versa Porter. He spent most of his youth in Grayson County, Kentucky.
Ron received both his bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from the University of Kentucky. He was commissioned...
Cassandra Jean Adams
Feb 25, 2024
Cassandra Jean Adams, 69, of Camby, Indiana, left this world too soon, on February 25th, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis, IN on October 9th, 1954, to parents Dethell and Lenia Mae Toney.
Cassandra grew up in Indianapolis, IN and graduated from George Washington High School. She worked for Rykoff Sexton and then Salvation Army until retirement. Cassandra was a full-time...
Betty Fleming Beardsley
Feb 25, 2024
Betty Fleming Beardsley, 97, of Carmel passed away February 25, 2024. She was born May 7, 1926, in Hudson, Ohio the daughter of the late Thomas and Minnie Fleming.
Betty grew up in Shaker Heights, Ohio. She enjoyed tap dancing, piano lessons, horseback riding, skating, and the Rainbow Girls growing up. Betty met the love of her life when she...
Irma Uebelhoer
Feb 24, 2024
Irma C. Uebelhoer
On a quiet and peaceful evening, the Lord called Irma C. Uebelhoer to be with Him. She was born January 2, 1925, in Jamestown, North Dakota to Franklin and Grace Anslinger along with seven brothers and two sisters. The family moved to Ft. Branch, Indiana where she graduated from high school. She continued her education graduating from Indiana Business College and began...
Douglas A. Frazer
Feb 24, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Allen Frazer, age 44, on February 24th, 2024, at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on September 3, 1979, in Indianapolis to the late Joseph K. Frazer and the late Lea Ann (Plummer) Sherlock.Doug graduated from North Central High School in 1997. He worked primarily in...
Bettie L Beck
Feb 24, 2024
Bettie Lou Beck, 84 years old, of Brownsburg, Indiana passed away peacefully on February 24, 2024 at Life’s Journey Hospice in Avon, Indiana. She was born in Matthews, Missouri on August 30, 1939 to Ronald and Stella Ruffin, and married to Jacob C. Beck on January 31, 1960.
She is survived by grandchildren Brittany (Jason) Guifarro, Alex Smith, and Courtney Smith,...
Earnest R. Parker
Feb 24, 2024
Earnest R. Parker, 88, of St. Jacob, Illinois, was born Thursday, May 30, 1935 in Benham, Kentucky and passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 24, 2024 in St. Jacob, Illinois.
Earnest graduated from Cumberland High School and Cumberland College in Kentucky, then earned a bachelor’s degree in zoology from the University of Kentucky. He began his career as...
Norma "Jean" Morris
Feb 24, 2024
Norma “Jean” Morris, age 98 of McCordsville, Indiana passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 24, 2024 with her loving family by her side.
Jean was born on January 19, 1926 in Marion County, Indiana, a daughter of William V. and Mabel (Booth) Alexander. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Jean married Robert Edgar Elliott. He preceded her in death.
She later...
Sharon Eloise (Gardner) Casto
Feb 24, 2024
Sharon Eloise (Gardner) Casto was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 23, 1935 and also entered heaven from Indianapolis on February 24, 2024 at the age of 88.
Sharon was preceded in death by her parents Willard and Helen Gardner and brother Harry “Ray” Gardner. Her husband, Al Casto, also preceded her to heaven’s glories. Her cousin’s include Rev. Dennis Clark...
William "Bill" Rex Coffey
Feb 24, 2024
William Rex Coffey was born on April 27, 1937, in Broughton, IL the fifth of the six children of Arthur and Ruth Jones Coffey. He died on February 24, 2024, at The Barrington of Carmel where he has resided for nearly six years with his wife, Elizabeth Ann Romine Coffey. Bill and Liz were married for nearly sixty-six years. Their...
Bethyl Mae Lotze
Feb 24, 2024
Bethyl Mae (Holybee) Lotze was born to Lorenzo Eugene Holybee and Mary Estelle (Camera) Holybee on July 17, 1935 in Petaluma California. She described her childhood as a very happy, secure one with three younger siblings, many cousins and a very large extended family. They were hardworking and musically gifted. The summer following Bethyl’s 1953 high school graduation, the family...