Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Aug 2, 2026

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.” — Revelation 21:4

Today we gather not only to remember a beautiful life but to celebrate a glorious homecoming. On Sunday, August 2, 2026, Mary V. Dunham heard the words every believer longs to...

Aug 2, 2026

Monday, June 11, 1951 was an ordinary Monday when Catherine Frances Naizer was born in an ordinary way in Taylor, Texas. The daughter of Daniel and Sybil (Repa) Naizer of Granger, Texas. Cathy grew up on a farm. She attended Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic School in Granger and graduated from Granger High School where she was a majorette in...

Aug 1, 2026

Indianapolis, Indiana – Colton Vaughn, 18, left this world far too soon on August 1, 2026. His sweet spirit, kind heart, and wonderful sense of humor will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Colton was born to parents Kyle and Bethany (Farrell) Vaughn on October 23, 2007, in Indianapolis, Indiana. A talented math prodigy with a passion...

Aug 1, 2026

Catherine L. Helwig, 100, passed away peacefully Aug. 1, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Crawfordsville, where she resided for the past two and a half years. She was born May 23, 1926, in Tangier, Ind., to Clarence Leroy Hambright and Lottie May Riley Hambright. She graduated from Tangier High School in 1944. Answering a call to service during WWII, she served...

Aug 1, 2026

Carl Robert Stewart Sr., 91, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Saturday August 1st 2026.

He was born in Marion County to Harry Sr and Gertrude Stewart on August 18th 1934. He was raised in Valley Mills along with his seven siblings.

Carl was a hard worker from a very young age. His first job was working along side his grandfather in...

Jul 31, 2026

Jul 31, 2026

John H. Kerrigan Jr., formerly of Noblesville and Carmel, Indiana, passed away on July 31. He was born October 7, 1943, to Dr. John H. Kerrigan and Bette Cook Kerrigan and was raised in Sidney, Ohio. 

He attended Holy Angels High School before graduating from Purdue University School of Pharmacy. John dedicated 35 years to Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis,...

Jul 30, 2026

Jul 30, 2026

Frederick H. Robbins, 86, of Indianapolis, passed away July 30th, 2026. He was born on July 28th, 1940, to Joseph and Grace (Wasson) Robbins.

Fred graduated from Wood High School.

In his early years he worked at a duck pin bowling alley in Fountain Square. In 1967, he became employed at Rand McNally, working in the plate room until his retirement in...

Jul 30, 2026

Patrick G. "Pat" Wolfred, who departed this world on July 30, 2026. Born on March 5, 1950, in Indianapolis, Pat’s steadfast warmth, wisdom, and quiet strength have left his mark on every person privileged to know him.

He spent his career as a dedicated business partner with CCA, Inc. for many years, where his diligence, integrity, and work ethic earned not...

Jul 30, 2026

Juanita G. Rankin, died July 30,2026, after a short illness, she was 97 years old.

She lived in Carmel, IN since 1962. She worked as an industrial nurse for General Motors for 27.5 years, from 1964-1991. She attended Hope CMA church. She was active in helping with the 2- and 3-year-old children.

She is survived by her daughter, Doris; and preceded in...

Jul 29, 2026

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Visitation for Virginia will be from 10 am until 11 am on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Flanner Buchanan – Washington Park East. 10722 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229, with a funeral service immediately following at 11 am. Entombment will take place at Washington Park East Cemetery.

Jul 29, 2026

With heavy but grateful hearts, we mourn the passing of Paul Stanton Walker, who departed this life unexpectedly on July 29, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on August 18, 1946, in Hartford, Connecticut, Paul’s journey through life was one marked by steadfast devotion, enduring love, and a quiet, resolute faith.

Paul's last moments were filled with the very hope...

Jul 29, 2026

Denise Louise Calpin Denise 

Louise Calpin, lovingly known as Dec and Fuddley, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, in Indianapolis, IN at the age of 74. Born on July 28, 1952, in Indianapolis, Denise lived a life marked by resilience, devotion and a deep love for her family and faith.

Denise was the cherished daughter of Dorothy Hayes and grew up...

Jul 29, 2026

Jul 29, 2026

Beverley Ann Becker Dufek (née Young) passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, in Fishers, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 16, 1936, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Beverley’s life was marked by devotion to her family and a spirit of warmth, intelligence, and care that touched everyone who knew her.

Beverley began her journey in Indianapolis as the beloved...

Jul 29, 2026

Albert David Otto

94 of Speedway, Indiana passed away on July 29, 2026. Albert was born on September 13, 1931, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Albert and Anna Otto. He was a 1953 graduate of Purdue University. He was a retired Mechanical Engineer for Gardner Denver. After retiring he and his brother Jerry owned a used car lot. His hobbies...

Jul 28, 2026

Robert Eugene "Bob" Richardson, 87, passed away on July 28, 2026. Born in Arrington, Illinois, to the late Lawrence and Irma (King) Richardson, Bob was the youngest of five children.

A 1957 graduate of Fairfield High School, Bob excelled in athletics, especially basketball. He became the first member of his family to attend college, earning a degree in Education from Eastern...

Jul 28, 2026

Robert (Bobby) Parker, 58, of Greenfield, Indiana, passed peacefully with his wife, Dawn, and family by his side on July 28th, 2026, at 3:44 pm, at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born July 7th, 1968, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. His parents were Horace Parker and Louise (Wagner) Parker. He graduated from Arsenal Technical (Tech) High School Class of 1986...

Jul 28, 2026

Visitation for Dennis will be Tuesday, August 4th, from 5-8pm at Flanner Buchanan Memorial Park (9350 E. Washington St., Indianapolis, Indiana 46229).  Additional visitation will be Wednesday, August 5th, from 2:30-3:30pm. His funeral will follow at 3:30pm.