OBITUARIES

Dixielee Roark

Jun 4, 2024

With great courage, dignity and grace - our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend Dixie Roark died on June 4, 2024, after a brief time in hospice care.

Dixielee Frances (Rice) Roark was born on May 21, 1944, in Antigo, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Herb Rice of Antigo, WI and Hazel (Holeton) Kester of Grafton,...

Brett Wesley

Jun 3, 2024

Brett Wesley, a loving husband, father, son, grandfather and brother, passed away on June 3, 2024. Born on December 17, 1975, Brett's life was filled with love, laughter, family, the joy of craftsmanship, and all things music.

He is survived by his dedicated wife, Valerie Anna Wesley, whom he wed in the blissful year of 2007. He leaves behind a...

Keith Feller

Jun 3, 2024

Keith Feller, 88, passed on June 3, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on July 6, 1935, in Kendallville, Indiana. Keith led a remarkable life filled with service, dedication, and love for his family.Throughout his career as Chief Investigator for the Indiana Secretary of State from 1971 to 1996, Keith displayed unwavering integrity and commitment to upholding the law. Keith's legacy...

Dena M. Smith

Jun 2, 2024

Dena Marie Smith was born on October 30, 1959, in Chicago, IL, to Judith McMillan. Her grandmother Rose and her Uncle Billy were an important part of Dena's life, and she loved them dearly. Dena grew up on the mean streets of Chicago's south side, where she attended public school, until she and her mother Judy moved to Indianapolis in...

Thelma Leonor Madera Palacios

Jun 1, 2024

Thelma Leonor Madera Palacios 

Fue a estar con su senor y salvador el Junio 1, 2024.

Fue precedida por sus papa y su mama, una hermana, una hija y dos hijos. 

Le sobrevive su esposo, una hermana, dos hermanos, su hija, cuatro nietos, dos nietas y innumerables amigas que sintieron su calidez, y la extranaremos. 

Thelma Leonor Madera Palacios 

Went to be with her Lord...

David Howe Sperry

May 31, 2024

David Howe Sperry, born June 3, 1950, passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by family at his home on May 31, 2024, in McCordsville, IN at the age of 73. Dave was born in Indianapolis, IN and grew up helping on the family farm. He graduated from Ritter High School in 1968. Dave married Karrie July 9th, 1992. He owned...

Donald Joseph Clark

May 31, 2024

Donald Joseph Albert Clark, age 88, of Carmel, IN passed away Friday, May 31, 2024. He was born July 7,1935 to Charles and Margaret (Shanta) Clark. Donald was a graduate of Hammond High School and attended Purdue Calumet University. Donald retired from LTV Steel Corporation after 38 years of service.  Upon retirement, he was a volunteer at the Riverview Hospital...

Donnie Ramsey

May 30, 2024

Donnie Lee Ramsey was born July 5, 1949 in Mt Vernon, Kentucky, to Cleve and Ella Ramsey. 

Donnie worked as a proud Custodian for IPS for over 25 years. 

He is survived by two daughters, Katy Winchester (Joe), Connie Heaberlin (Ryan), and son Ryan Ramsey and sister, Louise Spall (Rick) and 8 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandson. 

Proceeded in death by his wife,...

Dorothy Jean Hudson

May 29, 2024

Dorothy “ Jean” Hudson gained her wings on May 29 2024 Indianapolis, IN 5 years to the day of her late Ex Husband and good friend Lee Albert Hudson Jr at the age of 74. Dorothy Jean Hudson was a loving Mother, Wife and Grandmother. She was so gentle and sweet and showed love to whomever she met.

Dorothy was born...

Ms. Anita Rochelle Winston

May 28, 2024

Anita Rochelle Winston was born to Sharon (Winston) Clark on March 27, 1974, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. She transitioned to her eternal home on May 28, 2024. After completing her education at Eau Claire High School, Anita worked for much of her life as a CNA. Enjoying taking care of others in need for over 30 years. She was also...

Mary Virginia Bass

May 28, 2024

Mary Virginia (Livers) Bass, was born to Joe Capp Livers and Rena (Belmar) Livers on February 6, 1932, in Fairfield, KY. She transitioned to her eternal home on May 28, 2024. Mary received her high school education from Attucks High School. She later met and married her husband, Ivory Lee Bass, who preceded her in death. They raised six children...

Phyllis Arlene Linthicum

May 28, 2024

Phyllis Arlene (Foree) Linthicum, 74, of Martinsville, Indiana passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Franciscan Hospice House in Indianapolis. 

 

She was born April 9, 1950, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was married to William Linthicum for over 40 years.

 

She will be missed and remembered by her daughter, Lisa (Hovious) Dilbone and husband Jim of Martinsville; granddaughters, Brittany (Dilbone) Arce and husband...

Rasheedah Taheera Green

May 26, 2024

Rasheedah Taheera Green, also known as “Sheedah”, was born January 5, 1988 to Shahidah Taheera Shabazz and, the late, Michael L. Helm Sr. in Indianapolis, IN. 



In 2006, Rasheedah graduated from Howard Grove High School where she was known as a phenomenal track star, holding two state championships during that time. Rasheedah’s secondary schooling was completed at the University of Milwaukee...

Gary Dean Claflin

May 24, 2024

Gary Dean Claflin, age 85, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on May 24, 2024. He was a graduate of Lima Senior, Lima, Ohio, in 1956, with a Bachelors from Anderson College, Anderson, Indiana, and a Masters from Butler University, Indianapolis, Indiana.  

Gary was a teacher for the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township, Lawrence, Indiana, teaching U.S. History, Anthropology, and...

Irene Beltran Martinez

May 23, 2024

Irene Beltrán Martínez, 82 años, de Morelos, Mexico, falleció el 23 de mayo de 2024. Nació en México el 3 de enero de 1942, de sus padres Victorio Beltrán y Hermelinda Martínez.

Irene creció en Morelos, México. Conoció a su marido, Julio Nájera Ruiz, y tuvieron 5 hijos. Irene era una ama de casa que disfrutaba ir a la iglesia, bailar,...

Jeanette Mingus

May 23, 2024

Jeanette Mingus was born to Jewel and Leora Smithson in Cason, Texas on August 19, 1933. She passed away from this life on May 23, 2024. 

Jeanette is preceded in death by her parents, her son, Robert Kevin Mingus, and her siblings, Dorothy Lambert, and Harold Smithson.

She is survived by her husband, Robert; children, Kerrie Smarrella (Tony), Kelly Hoke, and Kent...

Betty Jean Williams

May 23, 2024

Betty Jean Williams, 85, passed away on May 23, 2024. She was born on February 17, 1939 in Boone County, North Carolina to James and Waudie Mays.

Betty grew up in Mars Hill, NC where she also attended Mars Hill College. She moved from Mars Hill, NC to Indianapolis, IN to be with her beloved family.

She was a member of the...

James Groll

May 23, 2024

James "Jim" Groll, 66, passed away peacefully on May 23rd, 2024 at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis, IN.

He was born on April 28th, 1958 in Indianapolis to John K. and Mary Ann (Carman) Groll. Jim graduated from Warren Central High School in 1976. He then went on to IUPUI and graduated with a Business degree.

Jim is survived by...

Tammy Walker

May 23, 2024

Tammy Walker, 52, passed away on May 23rd, 2024. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was also a nurse and she supported the ASPCA.She is survived her husband, David Walker; her parents, Bryan and Marilyn Potter; her children, Aaron, Bethany, Andrew, Thomas, Chelsea, and Gabrielle; and nine grandchildren.There will be a visitation and funeral...

William Richard Bracken

May 22, 2024

William Richard Bracken, a proud veteran of the United States Army who served 2 years from 1969-1971 as a Duster in Vietnam, passed away on Wednesday, May 22nd from a drowning accident off his fishing boat in Indianapolis, Indiana.

While serving in the Army, he earned the rank of a Spec 4 as a Duster and was honorably discharged and earned...