OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Rita Kay Dobbs

Rita Kay Dobbs

Aug 11, 2026

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Ann Love

Ann Love

Aug 9, 2026

Ann Louis Love, 71, of Speedway, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 9th, 2026. Born on May 11, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Ann was the beloved daughter of Edwin and Margaret Kregenbeck.

Ann devoted her career to serving others as a secretary and executive assistant in the construction industry. Throughout her professional life, she worked for Rotz Engineers and FA Wilhelm,...

Lesley William Elliott

Lesley William Elliott

Aug 9, 2026

Lesley William Elliott, age 87, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on August 9, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1939, on a farm in Sweetwater, Oklahoma, to Lawrence and Lucille Elliott.

Raised on a farm as one of eleven siblings, Lesley’s childhood in Sweetwater shaped his lifelong values of hard work and perseverance. After completing high school, he pursued higher...

Rebecca M. Sheridan

Rebecca M. Sheridan

Aug 8, 2026

Miss Rebecca Sheridan, 16, left this world too soon, on August 8th, 2026. She was born April 20th, 2010, in Indianapolis, to her adoring parents Stephen and Laura. Rebecca was a valiant warrior in her 2 year battle with Osteosarcoma, with the help of the many doctors, nurses and therapists at Riley Hospital for Children.

Rebecca attended Amy Beverland Elementary School,...

Karyn Moore

Karyn Moore

Aug 7, 2026

Karyn Moore, beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and treasured friend, passed away on August 7, 2026. She was born on June 8, 1949, to the late Carl and Miriam Clouser.

Karyn was a proud graduate of Indiana University, earning her degree in Psychology in 1971. That same year, she married Michael Moore, and in 1973 they welcomed their son, Nathan. Following...

Bethel Dennis Whitley

Bethel Dennis Whitley

Aug 7, 2026

In Loving Memory of Bethel Dennis Whitley

Dennis Whitley, 88, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. He was born on September 17, 1937, in Smiths Grove, Kentucky, to Rennick Whitley and Lena Hudson Whitley.

A graduate of Smiths Grove High School, Dennis spent many years with the U.S. Rubber Company, eventually becoming a co-owner. He was a longtime...

Sam McHenry

Sam McHenry

Aug 7, 2026

Sam McHenry, 67, husband of Maury Plambeck, passed away at his home in Indianapolis on August 7, 2026. Sam was born in Cheyenne, WY on May 8, 1959 to Willliam McHenry and Joanne (Adragna) McHenry, who proceeded him in death. His brother, John McHenry, also proceeded him in death.

Sam is survived by Maury, Indianapolis, his siblings, Bruce McHenry, Cheyenne, Jerry...

Marlene A. Smelser

Marlene A. Smelser

Aug 7, 2026

Marlene Smelser of Westfield, IN, passed away on August 7, 2026, at the age of 86. She was born at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Detroit, MI, on October 9, 1939, to parents, Marcel and Louise (Adams) Dunn. She grew up with her parents in Wayne, MI and graduated from Wayne Memorial High School in 1957.

Marlene married Herbert Leo Smelser Jr....

James Ijams

James Ijams

Aug 6, 2026

James Howard “Jim” Ijams

James Howard “Jim” Ijams, born January 10, 1958, passed away August 6, 2026, leaving behind a life defined by passion, independence, and a remarkable gift for making life a little more fun for everyone around him.

Jim grew up in the Quad Cities before attending Iowa State University, a place that remained close to his heart throughout his...

Valentine Emeka Jideonwo

Valentine Emeka Jideonwo

Aug 6, 2026

Valentine Emeka Jideonwo, 50 years old passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026, due to complications from heart surgery. Despite dealing with a chronic health condition diagnosed at 39, Valentine maintained a healthy lifestyle successfully building a life with his wife, college sweetheart, soulmate, and best friend, Arvetta and raising their two young men, Joseph and Jacob. They were married...

Patricia Faye Bramlage

Patricia Faye Bramlage

Aug 6, 2026

Patricia (Pat) Faye Bramlage (McClain), age 83, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on August 6, 2026. She was born on February 10, 1943, in Dayton, Kentucky, to Mildred and Highland McClain. She was preceded by her parents, sisters Eleanor and Florence.

She will be remembered for her generosity, kindness, quiet strength, touching so many lives, and her devotion to her family....

Keith M. Swann

Keith M. Swann

Aug 6, 2026

Keith M. Swann, 92, of Pendleton and more recently Westfield passed away Thursday August 6th. Keith was born in Dandridge, Tennessee on August 17, 1933 to parents, Frank and Lucille (Miller) Swann. Keith attended high school while working on the farm with his father. Keith served his country honorably in the Army before coming home to take care of his...

Justiniano Aquino dela Cruz

Justiniano Aquino dela Cruz

Aug 5, 2026

Justiniano Aquino dela Cruz

“Just”

September 5, 1950 — August 5, 2026

Born September 5, 1950, in Concepcion, Tarlac, Philippines, to Honorio Sr. and Demetria dela Cruz, Justiniano “Just” Aquino dela Cruz passed away on August 5, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 75.

He grew up in Concepcion as the eldest son in a family of seven children and, with his...

David "Dave" Lee Humphrey

David "Dave" Lee Humphrey

Aug 5, 2026

David Lee Humphrey

August 6, 1935 – August 5, 2026

David “Dave” Lee Humphrey of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026, surrounded by family and his beloved cat Lillie, one day shy of his 91st birthday. Known for his quick wit, sharp mind, and endless curiosity, Dave lived a life that touched everyone lucky enough to know him.

Dave served...

Anita M. Gentry

Anita M. Gentry

Aug 5, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anita M. Gentry, 74, on August 5, 2026. Anita was born February 19, 1952 to parents Jack Gentry Sr. and Ruth Gentry in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Anita was a dedicated woman to both her career and her family. She worked for State Farm for over 40 years as an Office Manager...

Jasubhai A Patel

Jasubhai A Patel

Aug 4, 2026

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Sharon J. Williams

Sharon J. Williams

Aug 4, 2026

Sharon J. Williams, 83, passed away on August 4, 2026 after a long battle with Dementia. Sharon was born February 19, 1943 in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents Ralph Upperfalt and Alberta Upperfalt (Riffle).

Sharon is fondly remembered for her love of travel, specifically to her favorite destination, Hawaii, which she had visited a dozen times throughout her life. She also loved...

Donald Frederick Foley

Donald Frederick Foley

Aug 3, 2026

Donald Frederick Foley, age 84 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away August 3, 2026. He was born to Miriam C. and Howard D. Foley on December 30, 1941.

He grew up on Indianapolis’ north side and graduated from North Central High School in 1960 after serving as class president. Jazz was one of the great passions of his life. While at North...

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