Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Vicki Marie Sampson
Oct 20, 2026
Vicki M. (Klemesrud) Sampson, 83, died peacefully in her home on October 20, 2026. Vicki was born in Burlington, Iowa on May 15, 1943 to Herman L. Klemesrud and Dorothy V. (Hanson) Klemesrud. A graduate of Washington High School in Cedar Rapids, IA, Vicki went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree from Iowa State University where she met her husband...
William "Bill" Davis Hammel
Oct 20, 2026
William Davis Hammel, 73, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 20, following complications from advanced heart failure. He spent his final seven weeks at home in hospice care, surrounded by the love of his family, who meant everything to him.
Born in Huntington, Indiana, Bill was a 1971 graduate of Huntington North High School, earned an undergraduate degree...
Karen Lynn Childers
Oct 19, 2026
With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we share the passing of Karen Lynn Childers (Dougherty), 67, Indianapolis, IN. Karen passed away on October 19, 2026, at her home surrounded by love and family after a long and courageous battle with Cancer.
Karen was the daughter of Robert and Carol Dougherty, and a lifelong resident of Indianapolis. She was a graduate...
Jacqueline Joan Cadwell
Oct 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jacqueline Joan “Jackie” Cadwell
August 22, 1935 – October 19, 2026
Jacqueline Joan “Jackie” Cadwell, 91, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2026, and went home to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ. A lifelong resident of Indianapolis, Jackie lived a beautiful life rooted in faith, filled with love and laughter, and devoted to caring for...
Terri Angelicchio
Oct 18, 2026
In Loving Memory of Terri Angelicchio
Terri (Chaplin) Angelicchio, 67, will be remembered for her kind heart, loving spirit, spontaneous personality, and the strength she carried throughout her life.
Terri had a way of bringing love and warmth to the people around her. She was kind, caring, and full of life. Above all, Terri was a fighter. Her strength and determination were...
Bonita Sue Meyer
Oct 18, 2026
Bonita 'Sue' Meyer, 85, of Indianapolis, Indiana, peacefully passed away while surrounded by her family on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
She was born in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas on October 5, 1941, to Cecil and Thelma Smith. Sue graduated with a Master's degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University and taught in various elementary schools in the Indianapolis area for over 30...
Barbara Ellen Minatel
Oct 18, 2026
Barbara Ellen Minatel, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2026, with her husband at her side and surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 1, 1938, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to faith, family, friendship, and the healing care she so generously gave to others. Her family...
Norman D. Froedge
Oct 18, 2026
Norman D. Froedge, age 95 of Decatur Township, Indianapolis, passed away on Sunday night, October 18, 2026 in the comfort of his own home.
Norman was born on January 7, 1931 in Edmonton, Kentucky, a son of Charles Wesley and Delsie (Howell) Froedge.
He was one of seven children. He was the last living of all of his siblings.
He is survived his...
Barbara E. Diehl
Oct 17, 2026
Barbara E. Diehl of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on October 17, 2026, at age 79. Born in Indianapolis on November 2, 1946, she was the daughter of James and Georgie (Deahl) Stovall.
Barbara graduated from Ball State University and earned a master’s degree from the University of St. Francis. During her teaching career, she taught middle school home economics, fifth grade,...
Marco Antonio Abreu
Oct 17, 2026
Marco's obituary will be updated shortly. Please check back soon for his obituary and service times.
Robert C. Utter
Oct 17, 2026
Robert C. “Bob” Utter, 88, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026.
Born October 5, 1938, Bob was a Life Scout who began working at the age of 14 at his father’s service station. He graduated from Howe High School and went on to attend General Motors Institute (now Kettering University), where he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Upsilon...
Barbara Morgan Kelley
Oct 17, 2026
Barbara Morgan Kelley
75 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on October 17, 2026. Barbara was born on January 28, 1951, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Clyde and Bernice Morgan. She retired from K-Mart after forty years there. She was preceded in death by her husband Patrick Kelley and her parents. She is survived by her brother John (Robin) Morgan. No...
Barbara Sue Reed
Oct 16, 2026
Barbara Sue (May) Reed, passed away on October 16, 2026, at the age of 84 surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was born in Indianapolis, IN on July 7, 1942, to her parents, Albert and Genevieve (Turner) May, and graduated from St. Mary’s High School.
Barbara was deeply devoted to her faith and her family. A servant at heart, she spent...
Susan Kay Bardes
Oct 16, 2026
Susan Kay Dragoo Bardes of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on Friday October 16, 2026 in the home that she and her family built with her husband and daughter at her side.
Susan was born in Beech Grove, Indiana to Samual and Laura Dragoo. Susan graduated from New Palestine High School in 1964 and attended Indiana University / Purdue University Northwest. She...
William "Bill" Edward Chapman, MD
Oct 16, 2026
William “Bill” Edward Chapman, MD.,
age 88, of Zionsville, Indiana, passed away surrounded by family on the afternoon of Thursday, October 15, 2026. Bill was born in Evansville, Indiana to the late Edward Cyrus Chapman and the late Sacred Anna (Wilson) Chapman on February 1, 1938. He was a graduate of Bosse High School in Evansville, Indiana and a member of...
Suzanne "Sue" E. (Ireland) Miller
Oct 15, 2026
Born on January 16, 1943, in Indianapolis, Sue was the daughter of Alice E. Ireland and Wilbur Maurice Ireland Jr. She grew up in the Indianapolis area and graduated from Broad Ripple High School in 1961. After high school, she attended Ball State University and earned a certificate in dental hygiene from the Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1964....
Dixie Diane Browning
Oct 15, 2026
Dixie Burkhart Browning, 84, of Westfield, Indiana, passed away on October 15, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, friendship, leadership, and a life lived to the fullest.
Born on December 18, 1941, Dixie grew up in Rochester, Indiana, the daughter of Harlan (Butch) Burkhart and Malee Harding Burkhart Johnson. She was also raised by her stepfather, A.C. (Chow) Johnson. She...
James Arthur Nichols
Oct 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of James A. Nichols
James A. Nichols, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, will be remembered for his love of family, his passion for travel, and his lifelong career in engineering.
Born in Estherville, Iowa, Jim built a meaningful life with beloved memories surrounded by the people and experiences that mattered most.
As a food processing engineer he...
Jeff Fitzgerald Kiser
Oct 14, 2026
Jeff Fitzgerald Kiser of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on October 14, 2026, at 61 years of age. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 1, 1965.
Jeff was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who was remembered for his fun-loving personality, happy spirit, and strong work ethic. He had a way of bringing joy to those around him...
Barbara Diane Cadick
Oct 14, 2026
Barbara Cadick December 30, 1933 – October 14, 2026
Barbara Cadick, 92, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Barbara made people feel welcome, remembered, and cared for.
She shared 72 years of marriage with Raymond F. “Bunny” Cadick, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Nancy...
