OBITUARIES

Diane G. Emrich

Jan 20, 2025

Diane Gloria Miller Emrich, born November 22, 1943, in Brooklyn, NY, to parents Nathan Miller and Gertrude Schwab Miller, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, January 20, 2025.

Diane married George Emrich, Jr. on October 28, 1967, in Elgin, IL. They were married for 57 years. They lived briefly in Algonquin, IL, Evansville, IN and Princeton, IN, before...

Melody Purtlebaugh

Jan 20, 2025

Melody Jean Purtlebaugh, age 65, passed away on January 20, 2025 at her home in Bloomington, Indiana. Melody was born on January 18th, 1960 in Morgan county, IN to the late Sharon (Frye) Osborne and Homer Robertson.

Melody was previously the bakery manager at Marsh in Bloomington, IN and loved to bake cakes among other various sweet treats. Melody had a...

Charlotte Lime

Jan 18, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Charlotte Ann (Thomas) Lime "Char Char", beloved wife, sister, aunt and, friend, who left us on January 18, 2025 at the age of 75. Char Char's unwavering love for her family was at the heart of everything she did. She may have been more quiet and introverted by nature,...

Sean Christopher Murphy

Jan 18, 2025

Sean Christopher Murphy, 65, passed away on January 18, 2025, at Compassus Hospice in Indianapolis, IN. He was born on September 18, 1959, Indianapolis, IN to the late, John Christopher Murphy, Jr. and Juanita (Fellows) Murphy. 

Sean was skilled with computers and received his bachelor’s degree in computer science. He worked for much of his life as a truck driver, spending...

Mark Steven Padgett Sr.

Jan 18, 2025

Mark, a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on January 18, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on July 23, 1958, in Princeton, Indiana.

Mark is survived by his children Stacy Padgett, Mark Padgett Jr., Anthony Doss, Marcus Padgett, Mark Padgett III, and Austyn Padgett; grandchildren Cameron McCall, Jaylen McCall, Matthew Key Jr., Gabby McCall, Reyna Padgett, Rhinassa...

Beverly "Ruth" Foster

Jan 17, 2025

Beverly “Ruth” Foster, 83, passed away on January 17, 2025, at Franciscan Hospital, Mooresville, IN surrounded by her loving family.

Ruth was born on February 11, 1941, to Edward and Mary Bowles. Ruth was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother. 

She is survived by her children, Tom Woodyard of Indianapolis, Connie (Jim) Payton of Mooresville, Anita Woodyard of Indianapolis,...

Harinder Batra

Jan 17, 2025

Harinder Singh Batra, 65, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, after a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Born on March 19, 1959, in New Delhi, India, Harinder lived a life marked by selfless service, compassion, and love for those around him.

Throughout his life, Harinder dedicated himself to helping others, volunteering his time, and giving generously to those in need....

Jolynnda Denise Lefavour

Jan 16, 2025

Jolynnda Lefavour, 64, passed away on January 16, 2025, in Indianapolis, IN. She was born on March 25, 1960, in Sault Sainte Marie, MI, to Clarence and Paula Wilson.

Jolynnda married Dennis Denham by Common Law in the summer of 1996. Jolynnda was a seeker of adventure. Always painting her nails and fixing her hair, she was a girly girl through...

Jim Ramey

Jan 16, 2025

James E. Ramey, "Jim", 78, of New Palestine, passed away in the early morning of January 16, 2025, in Morristown, IN. He was born March 26, 1946, in Pennington Gap, Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Virginia (Rhoten) Ramey; sister, Barbara "Snookie" (Ramey) Wood; his infant daughter, Deborah Ramey; brother-in-law, Darrell Walker. He is survived by...

Richard Earl Ridpath

Jan 15, 2025

 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Richard Earl Ridpath, who left us on January 15, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on November 22, 1940, to Fletcher and Polly Ridpath in Indianapolis, IN, Dad lived a life marked by love, kindness, and a deep commitment to his...

Josephine Cox

Jan 14, 2025

Josephine Mae Cox (95) of Greenwood, went to be with the Lord on January 14, 2025. Josephine was lucky to spend her entire life living at home except for the last few weeks of her life. She was born on December 13, 1929 as Josephine Mae Ross in Bartholomew County. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and...

Evelyn Bicksler

Jan 14, 2025

Evelyn Spurling Bicksler was born March 28, 1930 to Rev Lyle & Doris Brock, in the basement of a Kansas Free Methodist church. Rev Brock moved the family to the California San Joaquin Valley where they planted several FM churches.

In 1951, Evelyn earned her nursing degree from Samuel Merritt Hospital School of Nursing and married Rev Jim Spurling in 1951....

Harold Lee Willhite

Jan 14, 2025

Harold Lee Willhite, 81, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away January 14, 2025. 

He was born August 30, 1943, to the late Ervin V. and Viola F. (Triplett) Willhite in Alton, Illinois. Harold moved with his family to Elsberry, MO when he was young and also to St. Louis, MO before moving to Indianapolis, IN in 1952. He was a 1961 graduate...

David Train

Jan 13, 2025

David Train passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025 at the age of 78. David was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing. David was the happiest spending time with his wife Jan of 41 years, children and grandchildren at our lake house, backyard pool and riding Harley’s with his buddies. David loved to travel and his...

Lewis S. Murphy

Jan 12, 2025

It is with great sadness that on January 12, 2025 our father Lewis S. Murphy fell asleep in death. He was born on March 2, 1951 in South Carolina. He was currently living with his youngest daughter in Indiana. He was survived by 2 daughters, Stephanie Murphy & Amy Easton; 6 grandchildren, Samantha Murphy, Victoria Wolgamuth, Shelbi Murphy, Madelyn Easton,...

David Jay Monn

Jan 12, 2025

David Jay Monn, 61, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on January 12, 2025. He was born on June 22, 1963 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to his parents Richard and Claudia Monn.

 David was a hard working, kind, and generous soul who touched the lives of everyone he met. 

 David is survived by his 3 children; Jessica Monn(Cory Patrick), Kayla Monn, and Joshua...

Duane "Bob" Robert Wood

Jan 12, 2025

Duane (Bob) Robert Wood, 66, passed away on January 12th, 2025 surrounded by close friends and family. Bob was born on September 7th, 1958 in Whiteland Indiana to Mary Jo and Robert Emerson Wood.

Growing up in a large family out in the country, Bob acquired a love for basketball and horses. He rode in rodeos and played basketball through his...

Beverly Meyer

Jan 11, 2025

Beverly Marla Meyer, born on November 9, 1966, in New York, NY, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, in Franklin, Indiana. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and dedicated service to others.

Beverly cherished her hobbies and interests. She found joy in cross-stitching and was known for her beautiful creations. Spending time with family and friends brought her immense...

Sara McClain

Jan 11, 2025

Sara Jo McClain, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025 at 5:30am at the age 67.

Sara was born on February 18, 1957 in Bloomington, Indiana, to the late Ivan and Lois Willibey. She was the youngest of four children; brother, David (Donetta) Willibey; two sisters, Diana Longfellow and Carole Osborne.

Sara was united in marriage...

Mildred Hazel

Jan 10, 2025

Mildred "Millie" Ann Hazel, age 64, of Indianapolis, entered into her Eternal Rest on January 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving daughter and grandchildren. She was born in Louisville, KY to Martha and Raymond Chandler, who preceded her in death. Millie was also preceded in death by her son, Larry Hazel, Jr. and a sister, Hattie, who passed away in...