Wilson St Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory - Franklin Township Chapel
A Century of Caring.
When it’s time to say goodbye, our family is here for you. We arrange your services according to your personal needs, wishes, and budget.
For over a century, families have come to us for support on the most difficult days of their lives. As a part of your community, we are committed to serving you with care and compassion.
Whatever you need, count on us to arrange every detail for you, so you can focus on what’s most important.
Our Obituaries
Nancy Gigli
September 15, 1949 - April 11, 2022
Nancy Gigli, 72, of Indianapolis died April 11, 2022. She was born on September 15, 1949, in Indianapolis Indiana.
After many years of service in lab support, Nancy retired from Franciscan St. Francis Hospital. She loved to read, play bingo and was an avid euchre player. Nancy was very talented at needlepoint and quilting.
Nancy is preceded in death by her mother, Harriett Hopper, and...
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Dorothy Jean White
December 14, 1927 - March 28, 2022
Our loving mother, Dorothy Jean White, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, March 28, 2022. She is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Paul J. White.
She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 14, 1927, to George and Johanna Wilson. She attended St. Mary's High School in Indianapolis. Dorothy continued to be a devout Catholic her whole life, attending Holy Name Catholic...
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Fred Bergman
June 23, 1948 - March 13, 2022
Fred Bergman
It is with extreme sadness that we announce that Fred Bergman, 73, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on March 13, 2022. Fred was born on June 23, 1948 to Charles and Katherine Bergman.
Fred grew up in Wanamaker IN. In 1963, Fred met Marcia as a freshman in high school. Marcia noticed his penny loafers and well… the rest was history. They married in 1968 and were married an...
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Eleanor Marguerite (Moore) Lowe
June 26, 1925 - March 2, 2022
Eleanor Marguerite (Moore) Lowe of Wanamaker, Indiana passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at the age of 96.
Eleanor was born at home on the family farm in Elmwood, Illinois on June 26, 1925 to Angus R. Moore and Eleanor (Mae) Moore. She was the middle child between two brothers, Dale and Gene. Eleanor graduated in 1942 from Williamsfield High School in Williamsfield, Illinois...
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Brandon LaTour
March 8, 1985 - March 1, 2022
Brandon Philip LaTour, 36, of Indianapolis passed away Tuesday March 1, 2022. He was born in Indianapolis, to Susie (Steele) Strong and Robert A. Shelton on March 8, 1985. His beloved parents were David A. LaTour and Susie (Steele) Strong, then Danny J. Strong following the death of his father. He graduated from Franklin Central High School in 2003. He attended Kelley School of Business at IUPUI....
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Betty Ann Crumley
September 2, 1938 - February 14, 2022
Betty Ann Crumley, 83, of Indianapolis died February 14, 2022. Betty retired as a medical transcriptionist. She enjoyed reading and solving crossword puzzles but loved spending time with her family most of all. In addition to her parents, Betty is preceded in death by her husband, John, and son James Christopher Allen. She is survived by her children, Carrie D. Noonan (Anthony D.), Douglas O....
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Stephen W. Harkins
October 28, 1947 - February 10, 2022
Stephen W. Harkins
74 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away Thursday, February 10, 2022. He was born October 28, 1947 in San Diego, California to the late John and Edith Harkins. He loved baseball at an early age and attended Azusa Pacific University where he was able to play his favorite sport. He enjoyed watching sports, especially his San Diego Chargers and San Diego Padres.
He was a...
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Helen Hurst
August 28, 1935 - February 7, 2022
Helen Cathleen Hurst, age 86, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away in Gallup, New Mexico on Monday, February 7, 2022.
Helen was born in Monticello, KY to Stoney and Mazie (Doss) Criswell on August 28, 1935. She was a former member of The Shelbyville Church of Christ and loved to tend to the flowers in her garden.
Survivors include her children, Donald Hurst (Brenda) of Pine Hill, NM, Jeanette...
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John E. Crumley
June 6, 1937 - January 30, 2022
John E. Crumley, 84, of Indianapolis died Sunday, January 30, 2022. John retired as a machine operator from Navistar. He was an avid outdoorsman who spent many years pursuing his love of fishing. In addition to his children and family John is survived by his wife Betty. Celebration of life services will be held at a later date. Final arrangements are entrusted to Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service...
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Rudolf Karl Braun
December 31, 1927 - January 7, 2022
Rudolf Karl Braun, 94, of Indianapolis passed away Friday January 7th, 2022. He was born December 31st, 1927 in Wassermungenau, Germany to Heinrich and Frieda (Reinfels) Braun . Rudolf became a proud US Citizen in 1959. He was assistant plant engineer at Kroger bakery for 33 years.
He was preceded in death by Freida, his wife of 65 years. He had one brother and three sisters; Hugo, Freida ,...
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James Calvin Parker , Sr.
January 20, 1931 - December 31, 2021
Born: January 20,1931, in Many Islands, Arkansas
Died: December 31, 2021, in Katy, Texas
Before "first responder" became a popular term, James (Jim) Parker epitomized one. A volunteer fireman for over 50 years, he was chief of the Acton Volunteer Fire Department. He was elected President of the Indiana Volunteer Firemen's Association and traveled the state many times over the years visiting...
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Mari Kay Darche
December 21, 1936 - December 27, 2021
Mari Kay Darche 85, of Wanamaker, passed away December 27, 2021. She was born December 21, 1936 to the late Montelle and Rhea Heminger in Paris, Il. Mari Kay was a dedicated member of Nativity Catholic Church. She was a devoted Mom and homemaker, a jack of all trades, there truly was nothing she could not do. She took pride in making her house a home and being able to stay home and raise her...
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James "Jay" Randall Hutchings
October 24, 1934 - December 25, 2021
James "Jay" Randall Hutchings, 87, of Indianapolis passed away on December 25, 2021. He was born on October 24, 1934, the son of James W. Hutchings and Reba P. (Mayfield) Hutchings.
Jay is preceded in death by his parents, and survived by his wife of fifty years, Virginia A. (Vodney) Hutchings; daughters, Rheba A. Lundsford (Michael) and Dawn R. Hayden (Mark); stepdaughters, Lynda J. Fee,...
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Leslie George Meyer
May 12, 1926 - December 14, 2021
Leslie [Les] George Meyer passed peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his loved ones. Les was in his 96th year of life when he was called home to the Lord on Tuesday, December 14th at 6:02 a.m. Born May 12th, 1926 to George and Elsie Meyer. He received Christian baptism at St. John Lutheran where he was a proud lifelong member.
Following his high school graduation from Franklin Central, Les...
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James D. Myers
November 26, 1939 - December 10, 2021
James D. Myers of Indianapolis died December 10, 2021. He was 82 years old. James was born in Dowagiac, Michigan to the late Bo and Vera Myers on November 26, 1939. He was an automotive engineer who enjoyed fishing and "tinkering" around in his shop. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were the highlight of his life.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother...
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Ruth D. Harris
August 3, 1946 - December 2, 2021
Ruth D. Harris passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Major Hospital in Shelbyville, IN at the age of 75. Ruth was born in Indianapolis in August 1946 to Albert and Laura Abraham. She went to Beech Grove HS and then attended IU where she graduated with her Master's Degree in nursing.
Ruth worked at the Women's Prison and Wishard Hospital among others until she lost her vision to diabetes...
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Rick Brown
March 26, 1957 - November 29, 2021
Sadly, Rick Brown of Indianapolis, formerly of Bremen, passed away suddenly at the age of 64 on November 29 in Indianapolis, IN.
Rick was born in Martin, KY on March 26, 1957 and graduated from Allen Central High School. He lived most of his adult life in Bremen with his wife of 42 years, Teresa, and his son Keith. Rick was known for his sense of humor, which he desperately needed as a...
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Albert "Al" M. Coury, Jr.
July 31, 1951 - November 27, 2021
Albert "Al" M. Coury, Jr., 70, passed away unexpectedly on November 27, 2021, in his hometown of Wanamaker, Indiana. He is survived by his companion Kate Morrison, his seven children; CC Henkel, Albert Coury III, Rita Coury, Heather Hoffman, Vanessa Coury, and Mica Coury, three stepchildren; Jeffrey Truran, Jennifer Villavaso, and Genevieve Morrison, and nine grandchildren; Taylor, Carter, and...
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Robert George "Bobby" Lowe
May 11, 1964 - November 25, 2021
Robert George "Bobby" Lowe of Wanamaker, Indiana passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 25, 2021. He was 57 years old.
Bobby was born May 11, 1964 to Albert Russell and Eleanor Marguerite (Moore) Lowe at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove, Indiana.
Bobby attended RISE Learning Center from 1971 to 1984. Following graduation in 1984 from RISE, he attended a sheltered workshop doing...
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Melinda K. Pearson
May 16, 1959 - November 20, 2021
Melinda Kay Pearson, 62, of Indianapolis passed away in the late hours of November 20, 2021, after a long courageous battle with breast cancer.
She worked in earlier years at Dairy Queen on English Avenue. She enjoyed her home life; family, grandchildren, and pets who she loved and nurtured for years. We were very blessed to have learned many life lessons from her over the years. She was The...
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Dale Alan Reasoner
May 25, 1964 - November 4, 2021
Dale Alan Reasoner
passed away November 4, 2021 at the age of 57. He was born on May 25, 1964 in Indianapolis, IN to Phyllis Heald Reasoner and Henry Edwin Reasoner. He is survived by his mother, brothers Douglas, Dennis, his twin brother David and sister Laura Reasoner Puranen and eleven nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father.
Dale graduated from Franklin Central...
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Dolores C. (Woodward) Burton
August 13, 1938 - October 23, 2021
Dolores C. (Woodward) Burton, 83, passed Saturday, October 23, 2021. She was born in Elgin, Illinois to Sydney and Dorothy Bishop. She is survived by a sister, Donna Reynolds; children, David A. Woodward, Patrick Woodward and daughter Redeena McKamey; grandchildren, Christopher Hurley, April Hurley, Corey Woodward, and Debbie (Rayvn) Miller; eight great grandchildren, and several nieces and...
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Joseph Bryan Martin
December 3, 1961 - October 15, 2021
Joseph "Joe" Martin of Indianapolis passed away Friday, October 15 at Community South Hospital. He was 59 years old. Joe was born in Indianapolis on December 3, 1961 to William and Shirley Martin, who survive. After graduating from high school Joe began a long career in the plumbing supply business working for Service Pipe and Supply. He loved his job, and was hard working and knowledgeable. Joe...
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Barbara M. Rathjen
April 1, 1939 - October 14, 2021
Barbara "Barb" Rathjen went to be with the Lord the morning of October 14th, 2021 at the age of 82.
Barb was born April 1st, 1939 to Orbie and Emanuel Kenon in Gorham, Illinois. She married William Rathjen on April 9th, 1955. In their 62 years together, they moved to Northwest Indiana and were blessed with three children and nine grandchildren, before moving to Indianapolis and welcoming four...
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Earme "Chris" Henson
June 28, 1931 - October 7, 2021
Earme C. "Chris" Henson, age 90, of Indianapolis, passed away on Thursday morning, October 7, 2021.
Earme was born in Bethpage, TN to Hardy Thompson and Edith Templeton Thompson. She worked at A & P Bakery for several years as well as C & W Die Shop. Her grandfather was the original builder and Pastor of Buffalo Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Bransford, TN. Earme was an avid fan of IU...
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Opal Rafdal
August 25, 1928 - September 28, 2021
Opal Lorene Rafdal was welcomed into the loving embrace of her Savior on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at the age of 93. She was born on August 25, 1928 in Sandborn, Indiana to Russell and Mabel (Lind) Cleveland. Opal married Donald Rafdal on March 6, 1949 culminating a courtship that started with a pen pal relationship during World War II while he served in the Navy. After a short time in Story...
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Emma Frances Elbracht
July 2, 1924 - September 17, 2021
Emma Frances Elbracht, 97, passed away September 17, 2021. She was born July 2, 1924, in Shelbyville to Alfred and Emma (Nash) Estell. Emma graduated from Moral Township High School in 1942. She married Arthur Elbracht, Sr. on January 12, 1946. In her younger years she worked for Western Electric. Later in life she worked for Community Hospital South as a Unit Secretary for 12 years, before...
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James Mervin Henson
January 14, 1935 - September 15, 2021
James Mervin Henson of Beech Grove passed away on September 15, 2021. He was born a Son of the late James Floyd and Myrtie Arnett Henson in Tompkinsville, Ky on January 14, 1935. James served his country by enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. He served for three years in the Korean War. After his honorable discharge he came back to home to be an entrepreneur. He and Marguarette Thomas...
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Earl F. Crouch, Jr.
November 25, 1950 - September 11, 2021
Earl F. Crouch Jr., of Center Grove, passed away Saturday, September 11, 2021. He was 70 Years old. Earl was born November 25, 1950 to Earl F. Crouch Sr. and Lucy (Cevard) Crouch. Earl graduated from Harry E. Wood high school, and went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Army. He was employed by the V.A. Hospital in Indianapolis where he retired.
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Marvin Thomas Grimsley
November 30, 1941 - September 6, 2021
Marvin Thomas Grimsley, age 79 went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 6, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 30, 1941.
He was predeceased by his parents Marvin Grimsley and Geraldine Kennedy, stepmom Helorise Grimsley, along with his brother and sister-in-law Richard (Judy) Grimsley.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Margaret ...
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Rosemary Casey
July 10, 1928 - September 5, 2021
Rosemary (Dant) Casey, 93, of Indianapolis IN, formerly of Bicknell IN, passed away at 3:30 a.m. Sunday, September 5, 2021, at her home. She was born July 10, 1928, the daughter of Frank Charles and Grace Irene (Melvin) Dant in Vincennes, IN. Rosemary married the love of her life, Roscoe V. Casey, on November 22, 1947, following Roscoe's service in World War II. They were blessed with three...
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Brandon Gibbs
September 16, 2002 - August 12, 2021
Brandon Tyler Gibbs, passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2021. He was 18 years old. Brandon graduated from Franklin Central High School in 2021 with Technical Honors. He was also a member of the Boys Soccer Team who made it to Semi-State last year for the first time in FC History. He was voted MVP by his teammates. He was a member of the IBEW Local #481 and was working for Ermco Electric. ...
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David Louis Wilson
March 24, 1946 - August 11, 2021
David Louis Wilson passed away on August 11, 2021 at the age of 75 in Indianapolis, IN. He was born on March 24, 1946 a son of the late Robert and Carol (Brinkman) Wilson. David graduated from Arlington High School in 1964. He received a BSOE from Wayland Baptist University of Texas, In addition he received four Associates Degrees from various colleges including an Associate in Paralegal. He was...
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Anita Mae Delk Hubbard
September 25, 1932 - July 27, 2021
Anita Mae Delk Hubbard, 88 of Bowling Green, Kentucky, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away on Tuesday July 27, 2021, at Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital.
Anita was born on Sunday September 25, 1932, to the late Hugh and Mae Rork Delk in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Winston Hubbard; son Michael Hubbard; daughter, Marianne Hubbard Brummett and...
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Virginia Lea White
May 16, 1964 - July 25, 2021
Virginia Lea White, 57, passed away in her home in Indianapolis on July 25. She was born to Annetta and Bill Fargo in Beallsville, PA.
She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh where she also worked in their animal care facility. Later moved to Indianapolis where she was the co-owner of Country Carriage Company. She always had a love for her critters and horses. Virginia very much enjoyed...
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Phyllis Annette Adams
March 6, 1939 - July 11, 2021
Phyllis A. Adams, of Indianapolis died Sunday, July 11, 2021. She was 82 years old. Phyllis was born to Hermon and Garnet (Lotshaw) Denney in Indianapolis on March 6, 1939. After graduating from high school Phyllis worked at the Dog N Suds as a car hop on roller skates. She spent many years as a babysitter, school bus driver for Franklin Township Schools, and customer service rep for JTI...
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Rocky Eugene Ramsey
February 21, 1975 - July 7, 2021
Rocky E. Ramsey, 46 died on July 7th, 2021 after a year and a half battle with a brain tumor and cancer. At 8:05 p.m. his spirit departed to meet Jesus in paradise. He was born on February 21, 1975 to Rocky H. Ramsey and Linda Stock. He was a 1994 graduate of Emmerich Manual High School. He had a 25 year career in floor covering and eventually owned and operated Rocky's Flooring.
Rocky...
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Juanita Mae Keough
December 8, 1936 - July 7, 2021
Juanita (Nita) Mae Tillison Keough was born on December 8th 1936 to the late Russell Tillison and Gladys King. She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on July 7th 2021.
She is preceded in death by her husband and love of her life, David (Randy) Keough, brother Carl (Peewee) Tillison and children David and Deborah Keough.
She is survived by her two siblings Karen...
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Katherine Ellen Williams
March 7, 1939 - July 1, 2021
Katherine "Kay" E. Williams, 82 passed away on July 1st, 2021 peacefully at home after battling brain cancer. She was born on March 7, 1939 a daughter of the late Howard and Minnie Goins Sine. Kay loved her family. She spent many hours attending ball games and school programs. She also enjoyed bowling. Kay was in a league for over 40 years with the T.O.Bs of which she was the secretary...
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John "Johnny" Camden
June 11, 1939 - June 25, 2021
John Camden, 82, of Indianapolis, IN passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 25,2021 surrounded by family.
John is survived by his wife Sarah (Gouge) Camden, they were married for over 55 years. Other survivors include their two children, Leigh (Danna) Everett and Joseph (Betty) Camden; grandchildren: Ciera (Gary) Smith, Collin and Caden Camden, and Danielle Everett; bonus grandchildren:...
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Sue Ellen Stockwell
June 5, 1927 - June 15, 2021
Sue Ellen Stockwell
94 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away June 15, 2021. She was born in Bicknell, Indiana on June 5, 1927 to the late Charles and Helen Thompson. Sue was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church of Wanamaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Stockwell, daughter, Carolyn Neidhamer and a son-in-law, David Neidhamer. Sue is survived...
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Charles "Chuck" R. Lynch
September 7, 1949 - June 15, 2021
Charles "Chuck" R. Lynch
71 of Indianapolis passed away June 15, 2021. He was born on September 7, 1949 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Keith & Betty Lynch. Chuck retired from Chrysler Corporation after 45 years of service. He was a member of The Southeast Project Church in Indianapolis. Chuck was preceded in death by his first wife, Debra Lynch and a great grandchild Brooklyn Copas. He...
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Russell Flagle
November 16, 1945 - June 12, 2021
Russell E. Flagle
Lifelong Franklin Township Resident passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021. He was 75 years old. Russell was born in Flagler Beach, Florida to the late Russell and Emily (Fansler) Flagle on November 16, 1945. After graduating from high school, Russell proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He worked for Western Electric before starting Indy Cylinder Head with his...
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Broderick James Bass
May 11, 1999 - June 9, 2021
Broderick James Bass, 22, of Indianapolis passed away on June 9, 2021. He was born in Little Rock, AR on May 11, 1999. He is survived by his father, Stephen Brodie Bass; his mother, Brandie M. Bass; sisters, Breanne and Breece Bass; grandparents, James and Bonnie Phillips, Alice Elaine Bass and Caroline Preston Bass, as well as his uncles, aunts, cousins, and many friends.
Broderick graduated...
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Leoma Hadley
February 10, 1945 - May 24, 2021
Leoma Hadley
76 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away May 24th, 2021. She was born to the late Nelsen & Maude Burton on February 10, 1945 in Columbia, Kentucky. Leoma was preceded in death by her husband Ralph Hadley. She is survived by two sons, Steve and Roger Hadley; four grandchildren, Emily, Abigail, Josh, Melissa and numerous great grandchildren. A graveside service will be 10:00am,...
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Linda Fae McDaniel
March 2, 1956 - May 14, 2021
Linda Fae McDaniel, 65, of Indianapolis, IN. passed away on Friday, May 14, 2021 surrounded by her loving children and family. Linda retired from Maytag in 1996 and went on to work for General Devices. Linda was a kind-hearted, hard working and giving woman who enjoyed spending time with her family, friends and especially her grandchildren. Linda was proceeded in death by her father, Bobbie...
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Karen Sue Mayo
February 11, 1952 - April 30, 2021
Karen S. Mayo, age 69, died April 30th 2021. She was born on February 11, 1952 to John P. and Alma (Jennings) Sparks, who both precede her in death. Karen attended Triton school system grades one through eleven and graduated from Beech Grove High School in 1970. In 1971 while working at Smitty's Bakery in Beech Grove, she met and married the love of her life, Jeffrey N. Mayo, on November 20th...
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Thomas J. Carson
August 22, 1945 - April 13, 2021
Thomas J. Carson of Beech Grove, Indiana, passed suddenly at the age of 75 surrounded by his family. Even though a failing heart took him away from this world, his loving heart leaves a beacon of light for all.
Tom was the third son born to Frank and Dess Carson. Growing up, he attended Holy Name Catholic School and loved having Beech Grove Park as his stomping ground. He graduated from...
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Margaret Parrish Harston
December 30, 1935 - March 25, 2021
Margaret Parrish Harston was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She passed away at the age of 85 on March 25, 2021. She was born to the late Larry and Iva Parrish in Holland, KY on December 30, 1935. She married her high school sweetheart, S.C. Harston, in Scottsville, KY in 1955 and moved to Indianapolis shortly thereafter to begin their life together.
Margaret...
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Virginia J. Brown
May 20, 1942 - March 13, 2021
Virginia Joan Brown
age 78, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021. Virginia was born May 20, 1942 in Indianapolis to Clarence and Virginia Bock.
She was married to Gary Brown for 51 years, he preceded her in death, December 2009. Daughter Jennifer Woodward also preceded her in death.
Virginia retired in 2018 from State Farm Insurance after many years of service.
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Jacqueline Ruth Rutledge Sisk
September 2, 1936 - March 8, 2021
Jacqueline Ruth Rutledge Sisk
84, of Indianapolis, Indiana, died March 8, 2021 from lingering complications from Covid-19. Jacqueline was born on September 2, 1936, in Jasper, Ala., to the late Vernon and Eugenia (Otwell) Rutledge. She attended Walker County High School and Bevill State Community College. She worked as a PBX operator for the telephone company, as well as Jasper and Birmingham...
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Edward Earl Neligh
December 6, 1936 - February 9, 2021
Edward Earl Neligh, 84, of Indianapolis passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. Ed was born in Indianapolis on December 6, 1936 to the late Pete and Lillian (Murphy) Neligh. Ed was a graduate of Warren Central High School. He spent all of his career installing elevators as a field specialist for Otis Elevator, and was very loved and respected by his family and his peers. He was completely...
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William Ray "Bill" Cook
August 5, 1945 - February 6, 2021
Bill was born in 1945 to parents Ida Elizabeth (Betty) and Robert E Cook. He's a graduate of Belmont High School and held a BA degree from Wright State University. He entered the US Army in 1965, serving for 2 years in Korea. In 1968 he met and married Judy Longenecker and is the proud father of Shannon, Ryan and Brandon Cook. He is grandfather to Amber, Ruby, and Riley as well as great...
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Stephanie (Laffoon) Rexroat
March 1, 1972 - February 6, 2021
Stephanie (Laffoon) Rexroat, 48, of Indianapolis passed away February 6, after a brief battle with leukemia. She was born in Lafayette, IN on March 1, 1972 to Dean and Jodie Laffoon. Stephanie graduated from North Montgomery High School in 1990. She was magna cum laude when she earned a bachelor's degree from Indiana
Wesleyan University in April 2015.
She married Ed Rexroat in May 2014....
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Lonnie Calvan
August 27, 1940 - January 19, 2021
Lonnie H. Calvan of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on January 19, 2021. Lonnie was born on August 27, 1940 in Dyer County Tennessee a son of the late Susie Clanton Lee.
Lonnie worked as a heavy equipment operator in the construction industry for many years. In his leisure time he enjoyed camping, working on his lawnmowers, cloud watching and feeding the squirrels.
Lonnie is survived by his...
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Ryan Nathan Staples
January 10, 1995 - January 11, 2021
Ryan Nathan Staples, age 26, of Indianapolis, passed away at IU Methodist Hospital on Monday night, January 11, 2021.
Ryan was born on January 10, 1995 in Indianapolis to Joel D. Staples and Angelia S. Staples. Ryan was a 2013 graduate of Ben Davis High School. He was an avid gamer, loved fishing, boating and playing different sports with his friends. Ryan was a laborer with Wainscott Leak...
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Sandra Louise Thomas
June 16, 1942 - January 1, 2021
Sandra "Sandy" Louise (Philputt) Thomas
78 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away January 1, 2021. She was born on June 16, 1942 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Lloyd E. & Beatrice E. (Toops) Philpott. Sandy graduated from Thomas Carr Howe High School in 1960. She retired from KEMBA Credit Union after many years of service and worked for Kroger as a floral designer.
She was preceded in...
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Tiffiny Anne Allen
February 29, 1980 - December 25, 2020
Tiffiny Anne Allen, age 40, of Beech Grove, passed away at her home on Christmas morning, December 25, 2020.
Tiffiny was born on February 29, 1980 in Peoria, IL to the late Donald C. Allen and Julie A. Allen-Witt. She was a 1998 graduate of Lawrence Central High School. She owned her own house keeping business for over 20 years. She was a free spirit who had a unique, bubbly and loud...
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Mary Jo Condra
October 29, 1939 - December 25, 2020
Mary Jo Condra
81, of Indianapolis, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born October 29, 1939 in Gary Indiana and was one of five sisters whom she loved dearly. Mary Jo is the daughter of Charles Smith and Florence Hyde. She married William Condra, who was a retired Veteran and an executive at Hubler Ford. They celebrated 34 years of...
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Janet Sue White
July 12, 1934 - December 19, 2020
Janet Sue White, 86, Indianapolis, passed away Saturday morning, December 19, 2020.
She was born July 12, 1934 in Linton, IN to Emery and Anna (Schubla) Bellamy. She married Dewey "Cecil" White on May 25, 1952 in Linton. He preceded her in death on December 4, 2020.
Survivors include two daughters, Robin (Steven) Dean of Columbus, IN and Jana (Gary) Cooper of Beech Grove; one son, Jeffrey...
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Jerry Wayne Park
July 8, 1939 - December 13, 2020
JERRY WAYNE PARK – Jerry W. Park, 81, passed away on Sunday morning, December 13th, 2020 at his home. He was born on July 18, 1939 in Wanamaker, Indiana, son of the late Charles Park, Jr. and Reba Jean (Pollard) Park.
He graduated from Franklin Central High School, Class of 1957 and served in the U.S. Army.
For over 4 decades, Jerry worked in the healthcare industry at the former Methodist...
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Jerry Wayne Owens
September 7, 1945 - December 11, 2020
Jerry "Pap" Wayne Owens age 75, of Indianapolis, went to be with the Lord on December 11th, 2020. He was born on September 7th, 1945 in Lee County, Virginia to the late Walter and Nettie Owens. Jerry served in the Army from 1963 to 1966. He married Agnes "Nancy" Louise Noe on March 14th, 1967. He retired from Chevrolet Truck and Bus in June 2001 after thirty-three and a half years of service.
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Walter George Burton, SR.
August 28, 1932 - December 9, 2020
Walter Burton – aka Mr. Burton, Walter, Uncle Walter, Red, Uncle Red, Burt, Burton, Red Pop, Pop Poppa, Pap-Paw, Papaw, Big Papaw, Dad, Daddy, Honey
Walter had many names; if you called him, he always answered. He was admired, respected and loved by so many people - - family, friends, neighbors and co-workers.
Walter was born in French Lick, Indiana on August 28, 1932 to Jim and "Ophie"...
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Dewey Cecil White
September 19, 1932 - December 4, 2020
Dewey "Cecil" White, 88, of Beech Grove, passed away December 4, 2020 in Indianapolis. Cecil was born September 19, 1932 in Mitchell, Indiana to the late Dewey S. and Etta May (Lehman) White.
Cecil married his love, Janet (Bellamy) White on May 25, 1952 and together they raised 4 children. Shortly after marriage, he enlisted in the Army and his country for 2 years in Germany. He was...
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Gary Douglas McElyea
August 3, 1941 - November 24, 2020
Gary Douglas McElyea "Pap", 79, Indianapolis, IN went home to be with the Lord on Nov 24, 2020.
He was born in Lee County, Virginia on August 3, 1941. He was preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Edith McElyea, brothers John McElyea (Nona), Steve McElyea (Shirley) and sister, Sharon McElyea.
He is survived by his wife Bernadette, children: Lita Armstrong (Donald), Lori Scott (Steve),...
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Ann G. Parker
August 5, 1931 - November 21, 2020
Ann G. (Gibbs) Parker, born August 5, 1931 to C. Freeman and Artie A. (Read) Gibbs, went home to forever be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 21, 2020. Ann was a life-long member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church where she actively served until recent years. She married R. Hugh Parker on November 21, 1954 and worked beside him as bookkeeper for their family business,...
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Mary Tolle
April 17, 1948 - October 19, 2020
Mary Tolle, 72, passed away Monday, October 19, 2020 in Seymour, Indiana. She was born to the late Malcom and Bernice (Outcalt) Lowes in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Mary enjoyed being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved to spend time with her family. She worked for many years at Riley Hospital for Children where she made a very large impact on everyone she came into contact...
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Zetta Brooks
October 25, 1939 - October 8, 2020
Zetta Hamilton Brooks, age 80, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Zetta was born to the late Oscar and Mary (Tackett) Osborne in McDowell, Kentucky.
Zetta enjoyed gardening and cooking, she was an avid IU Basketball, Indianapolis Colts, and Indiana Pacers fan. In her free time she enjoyed listening to and writing gospel and bluegrass music, including co-writing the...
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Maude Roska
October 7, 1920 - September 26, 2020
Maude Roska passed away on Saturday September 26,2020. Born October 07, 1920, the daughter of Henry and Alma (Cooley) Lookebill. Maude was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis, and married the love of her life, John Roska Jr. on September 1, 1941. She is proceeded in death by her parents; husband, John, and sons Johnny and James (Alice). She is survived by her sons Danny Roska (Patti) and Mark...
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Robert "Bob" E. Terry
February 22, 1924 - September 21, 2020
Robert "Bob" Eugene Terry, of Indianapolis, died September 21, 2020. He was 96 years old. Bob was born February 22, 1924 in Lawrence County Indiana, the son of Walter and Gladys (Robbins) Terry. On October 27, 1945 he married Glenva Bernadene Burton, also of Lawrence County. Bob was a United States Army, world war II veteran, having served as a frontline medic in the 119th infantry attached to...
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Lawrence "Larry" E. Hartman
August 31, 2020
Lawrence "Larry" E. Hartman passed away on August 31, 2020. He was 72 years old. Larry was born on March 6, 1948 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late James and Margaret Hartman. After graduating from Beech Grove high school in 1966, Larry proudly served his country in the United States Coast Guard. Larry married the love of his life, Rosalinda Santellana on September 23, 1978. Together, they...
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Robert Sells
August 26, 2020
Robert "Bob" Sells, 92, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2020. Bob was born to the late Frank and Edna (Hoeltke) Sells in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Bob was in the Boy Scouts at a young age and worked his way up to Ranger Scout. He graduated from Beech Grove High School in 1946. After high school, Bob went on to serve his country in the United States Army. He served in the Korean War. He returned...
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James Jim Hawkins
March 23, 1961 - August 13, 2020
James "Jim" Hawkins, 59 passed away Thursday, August 13th surrounded by his family. Jim was born to Carl R. and June Hawkins in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Jim worked for many years as a heavy equipment operator. In his free time he enjoyed boating. Sundays in the Hawkins household was filled with watching NASCAR and cheering on an Earnhardt. Most of all, Jim enjoyed spending time with his family.
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James R. "Jim" Green
August 8, 1934 - August 3, 2020
James R. "Jim" Green II died peacefully at home in Indianapolis, Indiana on August 3, 2020 at the age of 85. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on August 8, 1934. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Phyllis, his children: James III (Vicki), Jerry, Joe, Melody (Randy) Hastings, his siblings: Evelyn McKinney, Roger (Teresa), Darrell (Cindy), and numerous grandchildren and great...
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Eunice M. Johnson
April 13, 1936 - July 29, 2020
Eunice M. (Eunie) Johnson
departed this earth July 29, 2020 with a new address in Paradise to be with her Lord & Savior. Eunice was born April 13, 1936 to Ancil & Laura (Rode) Hartman who both preceded her in death. She was baptized May 6, 1936 and was confirmed May 28, 1950.
Eunice entered the career world upon graduation from Franklin Township High School. For 17 years, she was a...
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Brent Andrew McKay
February 26, 1977 - July 19, 2020
Brent Andrew McKay, of Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020. He was 43 years old. Brent was born in Indianapolis on February 26, 1977 to Bruce and Suzie (German) McKay. He graduated from Franklin Central high school in 1995. He then went on to Ball State University graduating in 2000. Brent was a proud member of the Cavaliers Bugle and Drum Corps from 1998-2000. He served as a nurse at...
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Irene Littleton
June 6, 1941 - July 17, 2020
Irene Littleton, 79, passed away Friday, July 17, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born to the late Frank and Marie Maintok in Germany.
In 1963, Irene married the love of her life, James Littleton, together they had two daughter, Manuela and Desiree. In their over 57 years of marriage they shared many unforgettable memories.
Irene enjoyed gardening, cooking, and baking. Although...
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Linda Kay Dye
August 9, 1941 - July 16, 2020
Linda Kay Dye
78 of Greenville, Indiana, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2020. She was born August 9, 1941 in Nashville, TN to the late James and Ruth (Callis) Crunk. Linda worked for General Electric for 14 years. She attended Remedy Christian Church and Hill City Christian Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Dye and they were married April 19, 1957. She is also...
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Phyllis Ann Snow
December 7, 1950 - July 12, 2020
Phyllis Ann Snow
69 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away Sunday, July 12, 2020. She was born on December 7, 1950 in Indianapolis to the late Paul & Martha Snow. Phyllis is survived by her daughter, Miranda (Jon) Benson; three brothers, Fred (Marcy), Bob (Melanie), and Mike (Dee) Snow; sister, Kay (Ken)Hall; two grandchildren, Taylor Snow and Alex Benson and one great grandson, Hayden Snow. A...
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Eldon "Wray" Riggins
October 15, 1940 - July 2, 2020
Eldon "Wray" Riggins, age 79, of Fairland, Ind., passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2020, after a long, hard-fought battle with disease. Wray will be remembered for his selflessness and "dad jokes," as well as his strength and endurance in battling Parkinson's disease and Spasmodic Torticollis.
Wray was born on October 15, 1940, in Evansville, Ind, to Roscoe and Eva Nadine (Callahan) Riggins....
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Ella Magyar
June 15, 2004 - June 27, 2020
Ella Nicole Magyar, 16, passed away on the evening of June 27, 2020 from injuries sustained in a one vehicle accident in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Ella was born on June 15, 2004, and was looking forward to being a Junior at Franklin Central High School.
She is survived by her mother and step-father, Tina and James Hicks; father and his fiancé , Jamie Magyar and Carolina Braga; sister Amelia...
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Chester "Chet" Crump
December 4, 1940 - June 23, 2020
Chester "Chet" W. Crump, 79 passed away June 23, 2020. He was a resident of Indianapolis after living 43 years in Muncie. He was born December 4, 1940 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Chester and Mary (Quick) Crump. He married the love of his life, Carolyn L. Darland on June 21, 1968. He is survived by his son, Matthew W. Crump (Amy) of Cortland, NY, his daughter, Stephanie G. Brake (Robert)...
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Arthur F. Goodblood
August 14, 1930 - June 3, 2020
Arthur F. Goodblood
U.S. Air Force Retired Senior Master Sergeant Arthur F. Goodblood passed away June 3, 2020 in Greenfield, IN.
Arthur served 22 years in the Air Force through several wars and conflicts. He was an avid pilot and collector. He enjoyed repairing clocks, hobby farming, and time with friends and family.
Art was born August 14, 1930 in Portage Lake, Aroostook County,...
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Esther Sutton
May 28, 1941 - May 31, 2020
Esther Sutton
79 of Avon, Indiana, a resident of Avon Health & Rehabilitation Center for 15 years passed away May 31, 2020. She was preceded in death by her 10 siblings. Esther is survived by a brother, Charlie R. Sutton; two sisters, Velena E. Spears and Vester Howard.
A visitation will be from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 4th with a funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Wilson St. Pierre...
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Mary "Aileen" Boyd
November 19, 1931 - May 26, 2020
Mary "Aileen" Boyd was born and raised in Franklin, KY, the daughter of Alvis and Annie Davenport. On March 19, 1951, Aileen and Bob were married in Franklin, KY. After Bob served in the Korean War, they moved to Indianapolis. They were married 50 years, 6 months.
Aileen is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Garry and Kathy, plus 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Also, her...
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Marie Mercer
December 29, 1925 - May 22, 2020
Lorraine Verna Marie (Ree) Yonts Mercer
went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 22, 2020 at 9:00 pm. She was born on December 29,1925 in McRoberts, Kentucky to Farris Yonts and Ada Sue Collins Yonts. She married David Mercer on October 12,1944. After having 3 children, Verna Sue, Cora Darlene, and David Wayne, they packed up with all their belongings and moved to Indianapolis. Marie...
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Ralph Philmore Nagle
November 11, 1945 - May 17, 2020
Ralph Philmore "Phil" Nagle, age 74, of Indianapolis, passed away on Sunday evening, May 17 at his home.
Phil was born on November 11, 1945 in Indianapolis to the late Ralph and Delores Nagle. He was a 1964 Franklin Central graduate where he was a member of the football and wrestling teams. He was a proud veteran of The United States Navy. In 1966, he married the love of his life, Janet Meacham...
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Florabel Willsey
June 10, 1920 - May 12, 2020
Florabel Willsey passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 12, 2020, at the age of 99! She was one of Ray and Ethel Wheatley's five children, born June 10, 1920 in Wanamaker, Indiana. Her siblings were Nina (Smith), Ned, Jack, and Don Wheatley. She grew up on a farm, was a graduate of Franklin Township High School (now Franklin Central), and a life-long Franklin Township resident. She married...
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Marilyn Ruth Davis
August 11, 1933 - May 11, 2020
Marilyn Ruth Davis, of Indianapolis passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020. She was 86 years old. Marilyn was born August 11, 1933 in Indianapolis to the late Asa and Anice Davis. Marilyn was past Oracle of the Social order of the Beauceant, and member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She retired from RCA, and as a dental office manager. In addition to her parents, Marilyn is preceded in death by...
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Albert Lewis King, Jr.
October 13, 1958 - May 7, 2020
Albert Lewis King Jr., 61, passed away May 7, 2020 in Greenfield, Indiana. Albert was born to the late Albert Lewis Sr. and Emma Jean (Shaw) King in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Albert faithfully attended Central Wesleyan Church. He enthusiastically enjoyed singing hymnals, testifying, and witnessing to spread his love of God's word. He was a kind and gentle soul. Albert was passionate about Marvel...
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Howard Edward Grider
June 25, 1938 - April 26, 2020
Howard Edward Grider, age 81, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020.
Howard was born on June 25, 1938 to Ernest M. Grider and Mary Etta Simmons Grider in French Lick, IN. Howard was a 1956 graduate of Ben Davis High School where he lettered in Bowling. In March of 1957, he married the love of his life, Janet Jewell (Norwalt) Grider. Howard was employed for 34 years by Ford...
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Donald Wayne Burgett
January 5, 1933 - April 18, 2020
Donald W. "Don" Burgett passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2020, at the age of 87. He was born January 5, 1933 in Indianapolis to the late Cecil A. and Florence R. Burgett, one of six children. A long time resident of Indianapolis, Don graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1951 and went on to serve in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955. He joined St. John Lutheran Church in 1961 where he...
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Paula Jeanne Verderosa Cooney
July 12, 1955 - April 8, 2020
Paula Jeanne Verderosa Cooney left this life on April 8, 2020. She was born on July 12, 1955, to Frederick J. and Ruth C. (Wendell) Verderosa, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Paula graduated from Concord High School in Dunlap, Indiana in 1973. In 1975 she graduated from Indiana Central University (now University of Indianapolis) with a degree in nursing. Passing her state nursing board...
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Manuel F. "Manny" Poseck
April 5, 1923 - April 4, 2020
Manuel F. "Manny" Poseck, Indianapolis beloved husband of 72yrs of Juanita Poseck, was born in Temuco, Chile, S.A. on April 5th 1923. He went to Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 4th, one day before his 97th birthday. Manny came to the USA in 1971 and became a proud citizen a few years later. He was a mechanical engineer and worked all his life in the brushes...
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Jane Elizabeth Vanus
April 11, 1963 - March 17, 2020
Jane Elizabeth Vanus, 56, of Indianapolis, went home to be with our Lord, Jesus Christ, peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on March 17, 2020 after fighting a long battle with cancer.
Jane was born in Bloomington, Indiana on April 11, 1963 to John Mercer and Marilyn (Floyd) Bean. Her siblings are Tim (Melissa)Mercer, Tammy Brassard, Teresa Mercer, John (Dee) Mercer, Julie Seaford, and...
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Christopher Bowling
October 20, 1976 - February 26, 2020
Christopher Lee Bowling, 43, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at his residence. Christopher was born to Estil and Karen Bowling in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Chris graduated from Franklin Central High School in 1995. After high school he worked at numerous movie theatres. He loved to interact and meet new people. His next venture was Chuck E Cheese where he worked for over 15 years. His...
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Judith Anne Newman
January 18, 1937 - February 25, 2020
Judith Anne (Chapman) Newman, born January 18, 1937, Speeds, Indiana went home Tuesday, February 25, 2020 to be with her Lord.
She was married to Bill Newman Sr., who preceded her in death, for 53 years. Also preceding her in death were her parents, Clarence and Dorothy (Doughty) Chapman.
She is survived by her brother, David Chapman; children, Bill Newman Jr. (Lori), Lisa Spriggle (John), Amy...
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Betty June Edwards
May 26, 1924 - February 19, 2020
Betty June (Pierson) Edwards, age 95, passed away on February 19, 2020. She was born May 26, 1924 in Wanamaker, Indiana to Grover and Bertha (Reed) Pierson and lived there the rest of her life.Betty attended school in Franklin Township and graduated from high school in New Bethel. She met, fell in love, and married Alfred E. Edwards on July 9, 1946. They were the proud parents of 4 daughters and...
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