James Stephen Irsay
May 21, 2025
James Stephen Irsay, devoted father, grandfather, business and community leader, philanthropist, and beloved Owner & CEO of the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 21, 2025.
Jim was born on June 13, 1959, to Robert and Harriet Irsay in Lincolnwood, Ill., a suburb north of Chicago. He was raised in the Chicago area, but some of...
Rosemary King
May 27, 2025
Mrs. Rosemary (Pool) King 96 of Indianapolis passed away May 27, 2025. Rosemary was born on March 23, 1929 in Greensburg, IN to William Russell and Rebecca Ethelene (Powers) Pool. Rosemary was an executive secretary for Von Duprin Company for 25 years. Rosemary was preceded in death by her husband; Charles Vernon King, her daughters; Cynthia Lou Snedeker, twins; Sharon...
Fereydoun Hamidi
May 27, 2025
Fereydoun Hamidi, born on October 11, 1940, in Tehran, Iran, passed away on May 27, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He lived a life characterized by dedication, kindness, and an enduring spirit of adventure. Fereydoun enjoyed a remarkable career, spending the last 30 years of his professional life serving as Chief Engineer for the California Department of Transportation. His educational journey...
Peter Prionas
May 25, 2025
Peter Prionas fell asleep in the Lord on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 97. He was born in Florina, Greece on February 20, 1928. He served in the Greek army as an officer and a tank operator.
He came to America in 1955 looking for opportunities for a better life following his Uncle John Lazaro. Peter began working...
Joyce Jones
May 25, 2025
Nancy “Joyce” Jones, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 77.
Joyce was born on July 13, 1947, in Long Beach, CA to the late Virgil and Blanche Richardson. She graduated from Arcadia High School in Arcadia, CA in 1965. She attended Pasadena City College and proudly marched in...
Mary (Indellicati) Pirics
May 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary (Indellicati) Pirics, who departed this life on May 25, 2025, at the age of 76 after a courageous and lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio on Valentine's Day in 1949, Mary’s special birthday was often celebrated with a few extra chocolates – a sweet reflection of...
Annetta Kay Patterson
May 25, 2025
Annetta Kay Patterson, 59, left this world too soon, on May 25th, 2025.
Annetta was born December 10th, 1965, in Switzerland County, Indiana to parents Everett and Wanda (Turner) Chase.
She grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Arsenal Tech High School.
Annetta was a very hard worker. She graduated with her cosmetology license as a young woman and enjoyed working as a...
Jordan Winslow
May 23, 2025
We are devastated to announce the passing of Jordan Marie Winslow, 1/3/03-5/23/25.
Beautiful, funny, kind, smart and adventure loving, Jordan was simply a joy. Quick to laugh and make a joke, she had amazing inner strength and resilience and served as a role model to so many. A gifted artist, Jordan had been selected to display in galleries and was in...
Wilda "Dianne" Smith
May 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Wilda “Dianne” Smith, who departed this life on May 23, 2025, at the age of 74.
Dianne was born on September 29, 1950, and throughout her life, she was known for her kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends. She touched the lives of...
Anna Marie Essex
May 23, 2025
On May 23, 2025, Anna Marie Staggs Essex, 90, of Carmel, Indiana, moved into her “house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens” (2 Corinthians 5:1) from a peaceful sleep while in senior living care at Wellbrooke of Carmel.
Anna was born January 28, 1935, the daughter of Raymond F. Staggs and Sarah E. Cummins Staggs who resided in the...
Nancy Lou Dainty
May 23, 2025
Nancy Dainty, 91, of Indianapolis, IN, formerly Carmel, IN, passed away Friday May 23, 2025. Nancy was born December 4, 1933, in Jamestown, NY to the late Frederick H. and Gertrude J. Jones. She was a graduate of the University of Rochester School of Nursing, becoming a Registered Nurse at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. She later became a...
Melissa "Missi" LeVay Cage
May 22, 2025
Melissa “Missi” LeVay Cage, 65, of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Bonita Springs, Florida, passed away on May 22, 2025. She was born on July 1, 1959, in Indianapolis, to MG and Dru LeVay.
Missi was a proud graduate of North Central High School in Indianapolis and attended Indiana University Bloomington. Following her education, Missi carried on a nearly century-old family legacy as...
Sulla Mae Cummings
May 22, 2025
Remembering the Life of
Sulla Mae Cummings
1941-2025
Sulla Mae (affectionately known as Sue Mae to family and friends) entered eternal rest with our Lord and Savior on May 22, 2025. She was born September 12, 1941, in Talucah, Alabama to Horace Watkins and Annie Draper Watkins.
Sue Mae attended Berkeley Elementary and Intermediate schools before moving to
Indianapolis, Indiana where she graduated from Crispus...
Russell W. Intravartolo
May 21, 2025
Russell's life story is currently being written. Please check back for a full obituary.
A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025, from 2PM-5PM at Flanner Buchanan-Geist, 7855 Cork Road. Indianapolis, IN, 46236. A memorial service will begin at 5PM. A celebration of life will follow the memorial service-location is pending.
Annette L. Jenkins
May 21, 2025
Annette L. Jenkins of Carmel, IN passed away on May 21, 2025 at the age of 87. She was a devoted mother to four children, loving grandmother of eight, and great-grandmother to 15. Annette’s greatest love was her family.
She is survived by children Michelle Burrus, Joni Majhor, and Bruce Jenkins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Jenkins,...
Ellen (Warner) Koch
May 21, 2025
Ellen (Warner) Koch December 16, 1933 – May 21, 2025
Ellen (Warner) Koch, 91, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, at Northwest Manor Healthcare.
Born on December 16, 1933, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, Ellen was the beloved daughter of Laurence and Helen Warner. She was a proud graduate of Broad Ripple High School and went on to earn her degree...
Laura Jean Hessong
May 21, 2025
Laura Jean (Holstein) Hessong passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born December 9, 1933, in Franklin, Indiana, Laura was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother (affectionately known as Nanny). She dedicated her life to caring for her family and her many dear friends.
Laura was a proud member of Franklin High School's close-knit class of...
Walter Chernenko
May 20, 2025
Walter Chernenko, 91 of Westfield, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Walt was born March27, 1934 in Detroit, MI to the late Walter and Mary Chernenko. He graduated from Taylor University and received his master’s degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
Walt was a teacher. He taught social studies and physical education and taught in the Career and Technical...
Donald "Don" H. Hunt
May 20, 2025
Donald Herbert Hunt, age 92, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents William Herbert and Bertha Ann Hunt. Two brothers, Keith Hunt and Harold Hunt, 5 sisters Nola Mae, Ruth, Lucille, Myrtle, and Juanita. Two grandchildren are Adam Hunt Pfledderer and John Paul Pfledderer of Kouts, Indiana. Don's beloved wives,...