OBITUARIES

Virginia Sharol Hoyt

Dec 19, 2024

Virginia “Ginger” Sharol Hoyt passed into eternity with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on 19 December 2024. Ginger was 90 years old. Born an Indianapolis native on 19 February 1934 she spent most of her life in Indianapolis. Ginger is one of four daughters and one son born to Robert and Norah Vawter. She graduated from Shortridge High School in 1952...

Subhra Chatterjee

Dec 19, 2024

Subhra Chatterjee was born to Shankari and Durga Das Mukherjee in the city of Calcutta (Kolkata), India, on 31st October 1951 a Halloween baby, which was also her favorite celebration amongst all festivities. Born into affluence she grew up with a thirst for knowledge and curiosity, always wanting to learn new things. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Bengali...

Joseph Edmund Beasley

Dec 18, 2024

Joseph Edmund Beasley, 51, of Greenwood, Indiana passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. 

Joseph was born on March 3, 1973, to Harold E. and Cora M. (Crawford) Beasley in Indianapolis, Indiana. Joseph enlisted into the U.S Marine Corps in 1992 and served until 1996. He was an immensely proud Marine. Joseph worked for Excel Heating...

Aivers O. Freibergs

Dec 17, 2024

My brother Aivars Freibergs passed into the great Unknown Country early last night to join my brothers, Paul and Valdis "John", and the rest of our family already there.

Aivars was a 60's/70's hippie free spirit of our family who never lost that spirit, a self-taught, talented keyboardist/piano player specializing in ambient, new age, and space genres, a lover of music...

Bengt Harry Mattson

Dec 17, 2024

Bengt (“Ben”) Harry Mattson, 91, of Fishers, IN passed away peacefully December 17, 2024, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife Margaret (“Marge”); their children, Carrie (Randy) Bennett of Fishers, IN, Brian Mattson of Bridgman, MI, and Jeff Mattson of Chicago, IL; grandchildren Haley (Kevin) Horal, Brad Bennett, Greg (Cora) Bennett, Mark Mattson, and Nicole Mattson; and five...

Jeremy Davis Sr

Dec 15, 2024

Jeremy passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024 in Indianapolis. He was the victim of a hit and run accident. Jeremy was born in Indianapolis on February 23, 1984 to Robert and Terina (Adams) Davis.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert; grandparents, Ray and Kay Boucher; grandfather Glenn Adams; aunt, Vicki Main; great grandparents, Ray...

Peter Millage

Dec 15, 2024

Peter Millage, 90, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on December 15, 2024. 

Pete was born September 10, 1934 in Anderson, IN to Carroll and Virgil Millage. He joined the US Navy at 17 years old and served on the USS Roosevelt for 10 years. Upon leaving the Navy he worked for General Motors, mostly in Delco Remy plant 10,...

Stanley Shrum

Dec 14, 2024

Stanley Eugene Shrum, age 73, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday December 14, 2024. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones.

Born June 30, 1951 to Twiller Odell and Mary Evelyn (Smith) Shrum. He grew up in Fountain Square. He worked 24 years for Rock Island oil industry and retired in 1990 after...

Kehren Westhead

Dec 14, 2024

Kehren Westhead, 93, passed away on December 14, 2024, in Plainfield, IN.

Kehren is survived by Cindy Bowman - daughter, of Avon, Douglas Westhead - son, of Plainfield, Lee Bowman - son-in-law, Deanna Westhead - daughter-in-law, Whitney Westhead - granddaughter, Lucy Westhead - great-granddaughter, Justin Westhead - grandson, Cassie Bear - fiance', son Bane.

Kehren is preceded in death by Jack Westhead...

Pete Small

Dec 14, 2024

Walter "Pete" Small, age 79, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024, in Greenwood, IN. Born on May 23, 1945, in Portland, Maine. Pete was a devout member of Shawnee Alliance Church from 1989 until 2018 and subsequently joined Mount Pleasant Christian Church, where he worshipped until his passing in 2024. Pete's faith was the cornerstone of his life. His...

Willie Earl Pack

Dec 12, 2024

Willie Earl Pack Jr., 58, of Indianapolis, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on December 12th, 2024. He was born on January 19th, 1966, to his parents Willie Earl Pack, Sr. and Mildred Maggit.

Earl went to Broad Ripple High School. He was definitely a true rocket, class of ‘84. To know Earl is love to love him. He...

David Allen Bailey

Dec 12, 2024

David Allen Bailey, born May 24, 1947 to Henry Bailey and Ruth C. (Sills) Vogel in Clay City, Indiana was called home to join his parents on December 12, 2024.

Dave appreciated collecting baseball cards and coins from a young age. He enjoyed hunting, playing pool, and tossing horseshoes at different points throughout his life. An energetic young man, he was...

Kevin Lee Smith

Dec 11, 2024

Kevin Lee Smith, age 65, succumbed to COPD while sleeping, in the early morning hours on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. He died peacefully at the Indianapolis, Indiana home he shared with his sister, Donna and brother-in-law, Marc.

Born to the late Brooksie and Betty Smith, Kevin often joked that he was a firecracker, having been born on July the fourth in...

John "Jack" Linson

Dec 10, 2024

Dr. John Carmen "Jack" Linson, M.D., of Indianapolis, passed away on December 10, 2024, at the age of 86, after a prolonged battle with cancer and vascular disease. Born in Indianapolis on September 4, 1938, Jack was a lifelong Hoosier whose legacy as a father, grandfather, and physician will remain with those who knew him.

Jack graduated from Southport High School...

Joe Michael Thomas

Dec 9, 2024

Joe Michael Thomas, 65, of Boggstown, Indiana passed away December 9, 2024. 

Joe was born on September 7, 1959 in Rushville, Indiana to the late Leonard S. and Nina L. (Poe) Thomas. 

He is survived by his wife, Sonja Thomas; children, Becky Jo Patterson (Joe), Tracy Isgrigg (Larry), Nathaniel Thomas, Brittany Thomas (Curtis Bennett), Stephanie Thomas; step-son, Ryan Alexander; grandchildren, Terry Robinson,...

Bruce Wayne Hacker

Dec 9, 2024

Bruce Wayne Hacker, 77, of Martinsville, Indiana passed away in his home on December 9, 2024. 

Bruce was born on January 21, 1947, to the late Orville and Lillian (Rike) Hacker in Martinsville, Indiana. 

Bruce is survived by his wife Mary Joyce Hacker, brother Randy Hacker, daughter Tammie S. Littell, Grandchildren James Littell (Megan), Andrew Littell (Aleesha), Steven Hacker (Madison), Cody Hacker...

David Michael Williams

Dec 8, 2024

David Michael Williams, 55, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Community East Hospital.

David was born on March 29, 1969, in Ashland, Kentucky. He came into the world fighting to survive, and never stopped fighting. He continued to fight his entire life, escaping so many "near death" experiences that his loved ones began to believe he was invincible. When he...

Glenn Anthony Sargent

Dec 8, 2024

Glenn Anthony Sargent, also known as “Tony” to his family and friends, was born December 29, 1955 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Fredrick Sargent and Rowena (Sargent) Gay. Tony attended School #64 where he participated in various activities including school plays, basketball and track; and he played the trumpet and clarinet in the school band. Tony graduated from Emmerich Manual High...

Kathleen Mae Pete

Dec 8, 2024

Kathleen Mae Pete, 89, passed away on December 8, 2024, at Westminster Village North in Indianapolis, IN. She was born on February 4, 1935, in Gary, IN to the late, Michael Horvath and Elizabeth (Zubrick) Horvath. 

Kathleen was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who treasured her family and many friends. Kathleen found joy in a long list of hobbies including...

Mark Daniel Lickliter

Dec 7, 2024

Mark Daniel Lickliter, aged 64, passed away on December 7 2024, at his residence in rural Bainbridge, IN, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 13, 1960, Mark was known for his diverse talents and patriotic spirit.

Mark pursued a varied career, initially delighting patrons as a chef at the Walden Inn in Greencastle, IN. He later channeled his technical...