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Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Lester J. Clinkscales
May 10, 2024
Lester Joe Clinkscales went home to be with the Lord the morning of May 10, 2024. He was born August 9, 1939, to Horace and Annie Mae Clinkscales in Anderson, South Carolina. He was the youngest of twelve children.
Les graduated from Westside High School (Anderson, South Carolina). He was a talented athlete in both baseball and basketball, and his...
Betty R. Whittaker
May 9, 2024
Betty Ruth Whittaker, a beloved schoolteacher and devoted mother, passed away in Westfield, Indiana, on May 9, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on August 5, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, Betty's journey through life was marked by unwavering commitment and a love for teaching. She embarked on her teaching career in Wheaton, Illinois, and later continued her passion at Carmel...
Gerald "Jerry" Williams Vandever Jr.
May 9, 2024
Gerald “Jerry” Williams Vandever Jr., 59, of Indianapolis passed away on May 9, 2024. He was born on February 5, 1965, in Indianapolis, Indiana to his parents Gerald Sr. and Gloria Vandever. Jerry attended Warren High School. He was a skilled mechanic and had an eye for design. He was an avid Harley rider and a proud Jeep owner. He...
Kelly A. Lea
May 8, 2024
Kelly Ann Lea of Westfield, IN, passed away on May 8, 2024, at the age of 58. She was born in Anderson, IN, on November 17, 1965, to parents, Jerry and Shirley (Ridge) Moore. She graduated from Pendleton High School in Pendleton IN. Kelly graduated from Ball State University in 1989 with a B.F.A. in Environmental Interior Design. She had a long...
Barbara Sue Chambers
May 7, 2024
Barbara Sue Chambers, 67, of Indianapolis, passed away May 7th, 2024. She was born July 27th, 1956, in Indianapolis, to parents Harlan Keith and Ida Delores Eikenberry.
Barbara grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from John Marshall high school.
She married the love of her life, Ronald Chambers. They shared 51 wonderful years together.
She worked for Rexnord and Hobby Lobby for many...
Louise E. Hendrickson
May 7, 2024
Louise E. Hendrickson, fondly known as Easy Louisey or Weeze, passed away on May 7, 2024, in Speedway, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion She was born on October 30, 1928, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Claffey.Louise dedicated her life to being a caring homemaker for her cherished family. Her warm smile and kind...
Sherri Marlene Jackson
May 7, 2024
Sherri Marlene Jackson, 62, of Indianapolis, IN passed away peacefully on May 7th, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family after a 20 year battle with breast cancer.
She and her twin Terri were born on April 24, 1962 in Indianapolis, IN to G.B. and Norma J. Spears.
She attended schools #33, #101 and Arsenal Technical Highschool (ATHS) in Indianapolis, IN.
Sherri...
Jeffrey Wayne Stephens Sr.
May 7, 2024
Jeffrey Wayne Stephens Sr., 61, of Indianapolis, passed away May 7th, 2024. He was born July 17th, 1962, in Indianapolis, to parents James Henry and Mary Jo (Dobbs) Stephens.
Jeffrey grew up in Indianapolis, attended Arsenal Tech High School and graduated from Howe.
He worked as a contractor with Sherman Williams Flooring for many years before retiring.
Jeffrey was a hardworking, loving gentleman....
Thomas Blalock Collins Sr
May 7, 2024
Thomas Blalock Collins, Sr, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on May 7, 2024. He was born on February 5, 1945, in Greensboro, NC. Tom will be remembered for his sense of adventure and love of his family. He was a Navy Reserve officer who worked in Information Technology for the government during the Vietnam War, then later at Air Products...
Greg Hudson
May 6, 2024
Greg Hudson, 61, passed away May 6, 2024. He was born October 2, 1962, in Greenfield, the son of Jeffry Hudson and Carletta (Baker) Kintner. He married Lisa Junkins on November 18, 1989.
Greg was an avid gun and knife collector, who loved working outdoors and tending to his chickens. He had a joyful personality, always making others laugh and he...
Willie Mae Cooley
May 6, 2024
Willie Mae (Towe) Cooley passed away May 6, 2024, at the age of 90. She was born on February 18, 1934, to the late Mildred (Hood) and Johnnie Towe, in Kentucky. Her siblings are J.C. Towe, Alline Simpson, Charlene Carter, and Jerry Towe. In 1952, she married the love of her life, Robert Cooley. Together they had five children, Suzzette...
Katheryn Kiley Mahaffey Esterline
May 5, 2024
Katheryn Kiley Mahaffey Esterline (April 4, 1940 – May 5, 2024)
We are saddened by the loss of our matriarch, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Katheryn Kiley Mahaffey Esterline, 84, who passed peacefully on May 5, 2024, at her home in Lakeland, FL.
Born and raised in Indianapolis, Kate attended St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School, Tudor Hall, Pine Manor College,...
Janet Sue Freels
May 5, 2024
Janet Sue Freels, 88, of Indianapolis, passed away May 5th, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis November 7th, 1935, to parents Elmer and Sarah (Strauser) Fordyce.
Janet grew up in Indianapolis where she completed her education and worked as a data entry specialist for many years before retiring.
She married the love of her life, Manuel Freels. They shared 45 wonderful years...
Robert "Bob" Howard Bankert
May 5, 2024
Robert "Bob" Howard Bankert, aged 64, of Zionsville, Indiana, passed away on May 5, 2024. Bob was born on December 2, 1959, in Indianapolis, IN. He is survived by his “lovely young bride”, Roxann, his children Justin (Akvilina), Jestina, Jenna (Dylan), Jecinda, Jared, and Elizabeth. He is also survived by his siblings Jonathan (Lori), Cynthia, Gregory (Lora), and Kathryn (Jay),...
Winson Smith
May 5, 2024
Winson Clay Smith, 87, passed away May 5, 2024.
He was born on March 27, 1937, to Leland and Esther Smith.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, and basketball. He enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Reds play baseball and antique car shows. He retired from Diamond Chain but had previously worked in construction and as an over the road trucker for many years. He...
William "Bill" Forrest MacLean
May 4, 2024
Lord William Forrest MacLean, Jr. passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at age 91. Bill, as he was known to his family and friends, was born on October 14, 1932, in Long Island City, New York to William F. MacLean, Sr. and Lillian Bernice (Collins) MacLean.
Bill’s childhood was mainly spent in Norwood, MA. Bill graduated in June of...
Gary D. Miller
May 4, 2024
Gary D. Miller, 87, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on May 4, 2024. He was born on June 3, 1936, in Warsaw, Indiana, to parents, Clarence C. Miller and Icy Dora Miller-Grossnickle.
A 1954 graduate of Warsaw High School, Gary honed his early passions for creativity and athletics. As a Warsaw Tiger. Gary excelled in Pole Vault, competing at the...
Jo Ellen Riley Remenyik
May 4, 2024
Jo Ellen (Ross) Riley Remenyik, 98, of Fishers, departed this life on May 4, 2024.
She is survived by her loving children, Timothy (E-Ann) Riley, Janet (Paul) Takoy, Imre (Elva) Remenyik; 10 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Jo was preceded in death by her parents, Augustus and Rose Ross; children, Thomas Riley, Kathleen Riley-Laird, Gabriella Mahoy; and 3 brothers and...
Diana E. Jump
May 4, 2024
Diana E. Jump passed away on May 4, 2024. She was born on July 31, 1964, in Indianapolis, daughter of Barbara Haydon and the late William Haydon. After graduating from Carmel High School, Diana ultimately began a career at Control Tech Heating & Air, where she showcased exceptional skills and a strong work ethic. Outside of her professional life, Diana cherished...
Carol Sue Meeks
May 3, 2024
Carol Sommer Meeks passed away on May 3, 2024 from injuries sustained in a fall at her Indianapolis home. She was born on September 4, 1939 to Alva and Mirel Smiley Sommer in the family farm home near the village of Salamonia, Jay County, Indiana. In 1949, the Sommer family relocated to a 48-acre farm they purchased in nearby Randolph...
