Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Jan 17, 2026

David Barry Ogden, age 80, passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside on January 17, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on October 16, 1945, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Richard and Isabel Ogden, both of whom preceded him in death.

David spent his formative years in Millington, Tennessee, where he developed a lifelong love of the outdoors...

Jan 17, 2026

Donis J. Long, 92 of Speedway, passed away January 17, 2026, with her devoted family at her side. She was born in Illinois to Ermil and Doris Haydock, but was raised in Greenfield, Indiana. After graduating from Greenfield H.S., Donis then went on to nursing school in 1953 at Methodist Hospital. She practiced nursing there and at VA Hospital until...

Jan 16, 2026

Robert Todd Boyd, 70, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on January 16, 2026. Bob was born in Columbus, Indiana, to parents Joseph Voris Boyd and Roberta Ruth Boyd (Todd). He leaves behind a legacy of quiet strength, steady kindness, and deep devotion to his family.

Bob grew up in Columbus and graduated from Columbus High School. He earned...

Jan 15, 2026

Charles T. Bate, 93, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on January 15, 2026. He was born on November 14, 1932, in Muncie, Indiana, to parents, Thomas E. Bate and Vina Florence (Jackson) Bate.

Charles graduated from Butler University in 1955 and Indiana University Law School in 1962. He was a Trustee Emeritus at Anderson University, Trustee at Warner Pacific College, and...

Jan 15, 2026

Richard T. Starkey passed away on January 15, 2026. He was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis, Indiana. He was an alumni of Pike High School, received his B.A. Degree from the University of Indianapolis, and his M.A. Degree in Education from Indiana University. He was a teacher having taught Art and Social Studies for four years in Wayne Township and...

Jan 14, 2026

Joseph (Joe) Victor Goeller, a life-long Hoosier, passed away on January 14, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is survived by his sister, Patricia Ann Leslie of Mishawaka; brother, James Vincent Goeller of Hunting town, Maryland; cousin, Marie Ann (Joseph) Burt of Granger, Indiana; friend, Mary Frances Burt of Indianapolis, and his cousin, Sara Ellen Brown of Portland, Oregon.

Joe was born...

Jan 14, 2026

“While alive, he lived.”  Carl Bernard “Bernie” Huesing passed away on January 14, 2026 in Zionsville, Indiana. He was the son of Carl J. and Alice (Boren) Huesing, born during an early winter snowstorm on November 17, 1932, in Indianapolis at the old St. Vincent’s Hospital on Fall Creek Boulevard.

He graduated from Cathedral High School in Indianapolis in the Class...

Jan 14, 2026

Antonio “Tony” Mendoza Corrales, 57, of Westfield, Indiana, passed away on January 14, 2026. He was born on December 23, 1968, in Chimalhuacán,Mexico.

Tony was a hardworking, loving, and devoted family man. He was known for his kindness, generosity, and strong work ethic. Throughout his life, he dedicated himself to providing for his family and supporting those around him. He enjoyed...

Jan 13, 2026

Lalanne Beale Barber, entered this world on March 21, 1940, in Augusta, Georgia. She departed this world and went to be with the Lord on January 13, 2026.

Although it is impossible to fully account for the impact Lalanne has made, her life was characterized by consistency and discipline and focused on faith, family, freedom, and facts – and always with...

Jan 13, 2026

Petr Vorsilak, 73, of Carmel, Indiana passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026.

Born in Prague, Petr left Czechoslovakia in 1969 with a tourist visa to Germany a few weeks before the borders were closed under Russian control. While in Germany, he attained a student visa to the United States and moved to California when he was 17.

He graduated from UC...

Jan 13, 2026

Ruth Allie Elkins passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born on June 29, 1932, in Dupont, Indiana, to Leslie Allen and Lillie McKinley (Jackson) Richards.Ruth was a warm and loving mother, deeply devoted to her family. She found joy in sewing, quilting, gardening, and reading, and she generously gave her time to...

Jan 12, 2026

Robert “Bob” Hugh Reynolds was born in St Louis, Missouri on January 3, 1937, and died at the age of 89 in Carmel, Indiana on January 12, 2026. An alum of both Yale ‘58 and Harvard ‘64, and an attorney with Barnes and Thornburg from 1964 to 2001, he joins his darling wife, Carol Jemison Reynolds, and leaves behind three...

Jan 12, 2026

Marianne Brocke was born on April 11, 1942, at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Hammond, Indiana, to Maurey and Elizabeth “Bette” Zlotnik. She loved growing up in Hammond and cherished vivid memories of her childhood neighborhood and lifelong friends. She attended Hammond Morton High School, where she served as editor of the school newspaper and participated in Girls State—early signs of...

Jan 12, 2026

Matthew Cornacchione II, “Big Matt”, passed away peacefully on January 12th, with family and his beloved dog, Pete Magoo, by his side. He was 80 years old.

Born on October 12th, 1945, in Battle Creek, Michigan, Matthew, aka “Nippie”, was the son of Dr. Matthew and Janice Cornacchione. He grew up in Indianapolis and Fort Wayne, Indiana. He later attended Indiana...

Jan 12, 2026

Patricia J. Shockley, 95, passed away on January 12, 2026. Born on May 4, 1930, to Agnes R. Hyland Watson and Harry James Watson, she was the youngest of three children. Pat attended St. Agnes Academy before her marriage to Fay Shockley, Jr., a union that lasted 67 years until his death.

Pat always said her dream was to be a...

Jan 11, 2026

Rosemary M. Sydow of Westfield passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 92. She was born in Indianapolis, IN on June, 17 1933, to the late Dudley and Tabitha (Lay) Grubbs where she was one of ten children.

Rosemary attended Manual High School and was a gifted student. After working several years, she met the love of her...

Jan 11, 2026

Petr Tikhonovich Konovalov, born on July 1, 1934, in Shikhazany, Russia, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 11, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana, with his beloved daughter by his side. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and unwavering love for his family.

Petr was known for his vibrant personality and impressive skill set. He could do anything...

Jan 11, 2026

Steven Parks Schafer, affectionately known as Steve, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 11, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife, Shirley Ann Schafer. Born on October 7, 1943, in Indianapolis, IN, Steve led a life rich in service, friendship, and cherished memories.

Steve's career spanned an impressive 40 years at Chrysler...

Jan 10, 2026

Jan 9, 2026

Indianapolis, Indiana – Austin Wayne Smith, 78, passed away on January 9, 2026, to the great sadness of his family. His warmth, his hard-working attitude, and his love for his family will be forever missed.

Austin was born on April 2, 1947, to parents Cecil & Ruth (Gore) Smith in Russellville, Kentucky. The family moved to Indianapolis shortly after Austin’s birth...