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Richard  Paul Whitesell

Richard Paul Whitesell

Jan 25, 2020

Richard P Whitesell 67, of Daleville, Indiana passed away peacefully at his home after an extended illness on Saturday January 25, 2020. Richard was born in Muncie, Indiana on August 4, 1952 to John and Moscelyn Whitesell (Turner). Richard grew up in Middletown, Indiana and graduated from Shenandoah High School in 1971. Richard married Jeanette Ann Whitesell (Johnson) on September...

Richard 'Rick' E. Thacker

Richard 'Rick' E. Thacker

Jan 24, 2020

Richard 'Rick' E. Thacker, 81, of Greenfield, passed on January 24, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Karen; children, Tommy Thacker, Billy Thacker, Anita Averill, and Skylar Sinclair; and many grand and great grandchildren.

Larry  W. Stewart

Larry W. Stewart

Jan 23, 2020

Larry W. Stewart March 5, 1943 - January 23, 2020 Larry Wayne Stewart, 76, of Sheridan, Indiana, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on January 23, 2020. He was born on March 5, 1943 in Lebanon, Indiana. In the spring of 1962, Larry graduated from Westfield High School, then joined the Marine Corps that Fall. He served his...

Shirley Venable

Shirley Venable

Jan 23, 2020

Sunrise-November 15, 1943 Sunset-January 23, 2020 Shirley Venable was born on November 15, 1943. She was the oldest daughter of Loretta Vaughn, who preceded her in death. Shirley attended IPS #36 and #43, She was married to John Venable from 1966 until 1980. Shirley retired from RCA and later worked at LaRue D. Carter Memorial Hospital. Shirley professed her belief...

Marilyn Kay  Dewey

Marilyn Kay Dewey

Jan 22, 2020

Marilyn Kay Dewey, age 82, of New Whiteland, Indiana passed away at 11:14 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis. She was born to the late Sanders Allen and Zora Kathrine (Barker) Poisal on August 26, 1937 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Marilyn graduated from Lawrence High School. She was united in marriage in 1957 to William...

Miguelina 'Lina' Mercado

Miguelina 'Lina' Mercado

Jan 22, 2020

Miguelina ‘Lina’ Mercado, of Avon, passed away on January 22, 2020. She was born in Juncos, Puerto Rico, on May 19, 1945 to Francisco Perez Velasquez and Carmen Perez Gomez. Lina loved spending time with her family. She also enjoyed cooking, dancing, and playing Bingo. She is survived by her children, Jose L. (Jennifer), Sylvia (Nelson), and Eric (Aracelis); her...

Paul 'PD' Donald Bender

Paul 'PD' Donald Bender

Jan 22, 2020

Paul Donald Bender, 69, of Indianapolis, passed away on January 22, 2020. PD leaves behind his wife of nearly 50 years, Vickie; children, Lincoln (Jennifer) Bender, Bryan Bender, Marie (Josh) Wagner; sisters, Becky Bender and Fran Colassaco; grandchildren, Hayden, Loryn and Brady Fox and one great-grandson, Leon. He also leaves behind his golden retriever, Daisy. He was preceded in death...

Jordan Matthew Long

Jordan Matthew Long

Jan 21, 2020

Jordan Mathew Long -- known by many as Mr. J, JLo, and “pal” -- departed this life January 21, 2020, two months after his 22nd birthday. Jordan was born on November 29,1997 in Orange County California. He graduated from Westfield High School in Westfield, IN and was completing his final semester of undergraduate work in Sport Marketing and Management at...

Edward Lowell "Ed" Norman Sr.

Edward Lowell "Ed" Norman Sr.

Jan 21, 2020

Edward Lowell "Ed" Norman Sr., age 82, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, January 21, 2020 at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis. He was born to the late Hubert and Lulu Kathryn (Burks) Norman on June 9, 1937 in Yountsville, Indiana. Ed was the proud owner of Norman Installation Services. He installed floor coverings and Ed's...

Albert F. Cones

Albert F. Cones

Jan 21, 2020

Albert (Al) Cones, son of Ben and Fanette Miller Cones, died at the age of 89 on January 21, 2020. He graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1948 and attended Purdue University before serving in the Army in Korea as a diesel engineer. Upon returning home, he worked with his father at Cones Jet Air System, and they built...

Cora Jean Leigh

Cora Jean Leigh

Jan 21, 2020

Cora Jean Leigh died unexpectedly but peacefully on January 21, 2020 at the age of 37 at her home in Indianapolis, Indiana. Cora is survived by her parents, Bruce and Vicki Leigh; her sister, Joanna Couture, and her nieces, Clara and Estelle Rosenbarger. Cora was born in Springfield, Illinois on July 29, 1982. She worked as a Data Entry/Customer Service...

Yvonne Elaine Priest

Yvonne Elaine Priest

Jan 21, 2020

Yvonne Elaine Priest, 58, of Crawfordsville, passed away on January 21, 2020 at 6:07 p.m. at her home with family and close friends by her side. Yvonne graduated in 1979 from North Putnam High School. She graduated Nursing School in 1984. She was a VA Nurse and worked at Culver Union Hospital in Crawfordsville, which happens to be the same...

Cecil March Reed

Cecil March Reed

Jan 19, 2020

Cecil March Reed was born to the late Lela Z. Cosby and the late Walter Reed on March 17,1944 Indianapolis, IN Cecil attended the Indianapolis Public Schools until he was drafted in the Army November 8,1966 to November 7,1968 and he later reenlisted in September 1969 to May 1970. Cecil worked in many occupations, but his primary field of work...

Michael  Thomas Scalf

Michael Thomas Scalf

Jan 18, 2020

Michael Thomas Scalf, age 28, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020. He was born to Michael Scalf and Debra (Mantle) Scalf on June 18, 1991 in Beech Grove, Indiana. He worked for Bandy's Automotive Service in Indianapolis for a few years as an Auto Technician. Michael loved cars and tinkering with them. He enjoyed spending time...

Joan Lillian Thomas

Joan Lillian Thomas

Jan 17, 2020

Joan Lillian Thomas 87, passed peacefully at her residence on January 17, 2020 in New Palestine, Indiana. Joan was a past member of Irvington Presbyterian Church where she served on many boards as an Elder and Deacon. As a Christian Education member, she enjoyed working with children, as a Sunday School teacher and Junior High Advisor. While she served in...

Paul David Loftis, Sr.

Paul David Loftis, Sr.

Jan 17, 2020

Paul David Loftis Sr., 80 years, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away peacefully in his sleep Friday, January 17, 2020. He joined the Air Force in 1956-1960. He worked as a hydraulics specialist on KC-97 Tankers. He was stationed in Germany for a short time, then stationed in England, where he met the love of his life, Rita. They were married...

Carla Jean  Burge-Shields

Carla Jean Burge-Shields

Jan 17, 2020

Carla Burge-Shields of Indianapolis, 63, went home to her Savior on January 17, 2020. Carla was born and raised in Beech Grove, Indiana and lived most of her life in Indianapolis. Carla was born to William and Carole Kelly. Carla attended the University of Indianapolis and held many exciting vocations such as working for Senator Richard Lugar, A.J. Foyt, the...

David Allen Lawrence

David Allen Lawrence

Jan 17, 2020

David Allen Lawrence, 59, of Indianapolis, IN passed away January 17, 2020. He was born in Beech Grove, IN to Carol Lawrence and the late Donald Lawrence. David is survived by his Daughter Amanda (Jerry) Johnson; sons David Ryan Lawrence and Rich (Amanda) Smock. His grandchildren Drew, Nick, Darrian, Miranda, Zachary, Bailey, and little David Ryan; sister Lisa (Bobby) Rains....

Juanita  S Roney

Juanita S Roney

Jan 17, 2020

Juanita S. Roney of Indianapolis, 95, went home to her Savior on Friday, January 17th, 2020. She was born in Indiana and lived her entire life here. She married James C. Roney on October 1st, 1949. Juanita graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in Indianapolis. She worked at Real Silk during World War 2, and retired in 1989 from AT&T,...

Paul Sherman Birkla

Paul Sherman Birkla

Jan 16, 2020

Paul Sherman Birkla, 69, of Indianapolis passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020. He was born February 10,1950 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Paul graduated in 1968 from Arsenal Technical High School. Paul was an independent contractor for St. Vincent Hospital and retired after 21 yars of service. He was preceded in death by his parents, Liberty and wilma Birkla and brother, Roger...

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