Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Feb 1, 2026

Hailey Paige Buzbee, 17, passed away in January 2026. Born on October 9, 2008, she loved music, books, and spending time with her family. She attended Hamilton Southeastern High School and worked at The Kitchen on Main in Fortville as a server.

Though her time was brief, Hailey filled each day with love, purpose, and joy. Hailey was a dedicated student...

Feb 10, 2026

Frederick “Rick” George Eichrodt III, age 73, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick “Fred” Eichrodt Jr. and Margaret “Marge” Eichrodt; his sister, Lynn King; his daughter, Teri Armstrong; and granddaughter, Zoë Manley. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and storytelling that...

Feb 10, 2026

Diana Louise Walls, age 85 of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Tuesday morning, February 10, 2026 at her home in Indianapolis.

Diana was born on February 13, 1940 in Indianapolis, a daughter of Carl W. Smith and Dorothea M. (Hilscher) Myers.

Cremation Rites will be accorded. A graveside inurnment service will be held at Holy Cross/St. Joseph Cemetery in Indianapolis at a...

Feb 9, 2026

Russell Bertrand Chorpenning, age 96 of Indianapolis, IN passed away Monday, February 9, 2026. He was born March 16, 1929 in Auburn, IN. to Richard & Gertrude Chorpenning. He married Janet Kelley Chorpenning February 18, 1961.

Russ served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War from 1950 to 1954.

Following his military service, he attended Purdue University where he...

Feb 9, 2026

Feb 9, 2026

Nathalie T. Bolduc of Westfield, IN, passed away on February 9, 2026, at the age of 94. She was born in Milwaukee, WI, on November 21, 1931, to parents Albert and Nathalie Pellowski. She was a member of St. Maria Goretti’s Catholic Church.

She met her beloved spouse David in Milwaukee, WI where they started a life together and raised three...

Feb 9, 2026

Judith Rae Craigmiles, 90, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away February 9th, 2026. She was born October 7th, 1935, in Indianapolis to parents Walter and Madonna (Miller) Sutphin.

As a young woman, Judith met the love of her life James “Jim” Craigmiles. They shared many wonderful years together. Jim passed away in 1992.

Judith was a loving woman who adored her family. She...

Feb 9, 2026

James Edward Ruxer, affectionately known as Jim, was born on April 8, 1961, in Jasper, Indiana. He departed this life on February 9, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, persistence, and love.

Jim earned his Bachelor’s in Accounting at Indiana State University with the class of 1979, where he met his beloved wife, Lisa (Coleman) Ruxer. He...

Feb 8, 2026

Feb 8, 2026

Sarah Rosetta Bowles, born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on September 1, 1947, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, surrounded by the love she spent her life so freely giving to others.

Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, John and Evelyn Garner; her daughter, Jamie Glassman; her brothers, Billy Garner, Garland Garner, and John Garner Jr.; and her sisters, Shirley...

Feb 8, 2026

Carol Lynn (Meadows) Spilker, 80, of Greenfield, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026. She was born on October 13, 1945, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Carol graduated from Warren Central High School in 1963. She then received a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Ball State University and then a master’s degree in mathematics from Purdue University. She began her teaching career at...

Feb 8, 2026

Clara Jo Ann (Teague) Barnes, 92, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at home in Lafayette on February 8, 2026. She was born February 4, 1934, in Rushville, Indiana, to the late Oliver F. and Marjorie L. (Buckley) Teague.

A registered nurse since 1955, Jo Ann served with compassion, empathy, and dedication until her retirement in 1995. Alongside her husband, the late...

Feb 7, 2026

R.V Moore was born December 21st, 1940, in Canton Mississippi to Richard and Mattie Moore, He was the fifth of eight children. R.V moved to Indianapolis with his family at an early age. He attended Indianapolis Public Schools and graduated from Harry E. Wood High School. R.V worked for Morrissons Department Store where he met his wife Rosemary and soon...

Feb 7, 2026

A Memorial Service for Mary Ann Vinson, 77, of Noblesville, who passed away on February 7, 2026, from a long battle with cancer, will be held at Grace Church Noblesville on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Visitation will be from 1:00-3:00 p.m. with the service immediately following. Grace Church is located at 5504 E. 146th St, Noblesville, IN. 

Mary Ann was a...

Feb 7, 2026

Kaitlyn Louise Triplett, 30, left this world too soon on February 7th, 2026. She was born on October 13th, 1995, in Noblesville, Indiana to parents Frank "Tom" and Carole Krol.

Kaitlyn grew up in Indianapolis and attended Heritage Christian before heading to Cincinnati Ohio to continue her education at Xavier University, earning her bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management and Business...

Feb 7, 2026

Susan Marie Kostrzeba, of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home in Fishers, Indiana, on February 7, 2026. She was born on November 21, 1954,to Gilbert Harshbarger and Viora Harshbarger (Zuver) and grew up in Lansing IL

Susan was a devoted and passionate speech pathologist who made a lasting impact on countless lives through her practice, Speech Language...