Betty Jones
Jan 24, 2025
In Loving Memory of Betty Jones
It is with heavy hearts that we remember Betty Jones, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, who graced our lives for 88 wonderful years. Her warmth and kindness touched everyone she met, leaving an indelible mark on our hearts.
Betty had a unique gift for spreading joy and laughter. Her delightful sense of humor brought smiles...
Lori Michelle Hacker
Jan 23, 2025
Lori Michelle Hacker, 56, of Zionsville, IN, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Born on January 26, 1968, she was the beloved daughter of Jack and Zella Hacker.
Lori was a free spirit who embraced life with an open heart and a deep love for nature. As a grower at Heartland Growers, she found joy and purpose in nurturing plants,...
Sandra Louise Kern
Jan 23, 2025
Sandra Louise Kern, 83, of Noblesville, passed away on January 23, 2025 from dementia.
She was born in Indianapolis to Robert and Frances Thomas on September 3, 1941. After graduating from North Central High School in 1960, Sandy went to work at Farm Bureau Insurance. Sandy married the love of her life, Steven Kern, in 1966. For years, her bridal photo...
Tina Tinkler
Jan 23, 2025
Tina Gay Tinkler, a cherished mother, devoted sister, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, in her hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born on October 30, 1962, to the late David and Barbara Quack and spent her life nurturing a loving home for her family.
Tina's legacy will live on through her two daughters, Lanna Williams (Kyle)...
Susan "Sue" Jane Scotten
Jan 23, 2025
Susan Jane (Jansen) Scotten, 73, passed away peacefully at her home on January 23, 2025. Born on July 18, 1951, in Indianapolis, IN, Sue was the cherished daughter of the late James Walter Jansen and Phyllis Jean (Miller) Jansen. Sue was the eldest of nine siblings and their only girl. Sue played a big role in her brothers’ lives, helping...
Stephen F. Harrison
Jan 22, 2025
Stephen F. Harrison, 55, passed away on January 22, 2025 at Community Hospital North following a brief illness. By his side was his loving wife Mary P. (Boyer) whom he married on September 4, 1998.
He was born in Indianapolis on October 18, 1969 to Jack C. and Catherine L. (Litz) Harrison, who both predeceased him. Steve was the youngest of...
William "Bill" Louis Abbott
Jan 22, 2025
William Lewis “Bill” Abbott, 79, of Indianapolis, IN passed way peacefully on Tuesday, January 22, 2025. He was born to Lois Startzman Abbott and William Abbott in Elwood, IN on October 27, 1946.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Lillian “Lillie” Abbott; and three children, Ryan C. Abbott, Thomas R. Wininger, and Liza M. (Wininger) Grosvenor. He...
Alice Ventura VanBriggle
Jan 22, 2025
Alice V VanBriggle was born May 24 1925 to Austin and Nancy Simcox. She was the third of 6 children. Alice was married January 6 1947 to Charles F VanBriggle. Together they had 3 children. Don, who preceded her in death. Her husband Charles also preceded her in death. Deborah, married to Bill Engledow, and youngest son Alan who lives...
Tom Moore
Jan 21, 2025
Tom Moore passed away on January 21, 2025, leaving the world with a little less mischief and a lot less fun.
He is survived by his wife of many years, Earlene; his daughter, Gina (Randy); his siblings, Doug and Vicki (Clayton); and his niece and nephew, Deanna (Seth) and Clay. Tom will also be deeply missed by many cherished friends and...
Morris Edward Buford
Jan 21, 2025
Morris Edward Buford, born April 16, 1946, was a husband, father, grandfather, and a loving brother and friend. He joined God in heaven on January 21, 2025, from natural causes.
Morris was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, but later moved to Cleveland, Ohio with his parents, Henry Buford and Lucille Buford. At the age of 18, he decided to move back to...
David Glenn Schoenenberger
Jan 20, 2025
David Glenn Schoenenberger peacefully passed on January 21, 2025 at home surrounded by loving family and friends.
Born in Madison, WI on January 17, 1965, David and his parents moved from Madison to Moline, IL. The family then lived in Peoria, IL, Boardman, OH, and finally moved to Carmel, IN in 1980. David graduated from Carmel High School in 1983 and...
Megan Stone Strohm
Jan 20, 2025
Megan lived life fully and passionately, and everyone she met and befriended was touched by her light and joy. After two years of fiercely fighting for her life, she surrendered to the love and care of her family and friends. She passed peacefully in her home, surrounded by so many loving and supportive close family members, dear friends and co-workers....
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...
Richard "Rich" D. Thompson
Jan 19, 2025
Richard Thompson, 56, of Indianapolis passed away at Community Heart & Vascular Hospital at 4:39pm on Sunday, January 19th, 2025. Richard was born on January 10, 1969, the son of Margaret (Kew) Thompson and Dick Walker. Richard was adopted by Thomas Thompson in 1979 after his marriage to Margaret in 1978.
Survivors include his wife, Ami Thompson of Indianapolis, IN; son...
Johanna Lee Nunn-Fisher
Jan 18, 2025
Johanna Lee Nunn-Fisher, age 58, of Indianapolis, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025. She was born on March 25, 1966, the daughter of Gary Dale and Donna Rae (Blake) Nunn. Johanna graduated from Ben Davis High School in 1984. She was an avid reader and an excellent cook, a huge fan of Star Trek, and she loved Patsy Cline....
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,...