Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Jul 9, 2026

Jul 9, 2026

On July 9, 2026, God called Nancy Jo (Funkhouser) Green home to serve as one of his loving angels. Nancy was born on October 24, 1944, in Carmi, Illinois, to Harry & Edna Funkhouser.

While she was teaching at St. Bartholomew School in Columbus, IN, Nancy met Joseph Green. Despite his red hair and freckles, they married on June 12, 1965....

Jul 9, 2026

Sandra Kay (Adams) Astley, 82 of Indianapolis, IN; Noblesville, IN; Stuart, FL and Winter Garden, FL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 9, 2026, in her beloved Hoosier state. Born August 16, 1943 in Indianapolis, Indiana, she is survived by her three children, Michael Canzian, Amy Astley and Anjelica Menossi, her grandchildren Gabriella, Ethan, Sienna, Luca, and Samara, her children-in-law...

Jul 8, 2026

Brenda (Tabor) Bley, 77, was taken to her heavenly home to meet her Savior on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in Indianapolis, IN. Brenda was born February 7, 1949, in Dayton, OH. Later in her childhood, her entire family moved to Youngstown, Ohio.

Brenda graduated from South High School (Youngstown, OH) in 1967. She attended Youngstown State University (YSU), where she completed...

Jul 7, 2026

Bonnie Marie (Jackson) (Bryce) Houpt, aged 85, peacefully departed this world on July 7, 2026. Born on September 12, 1940, in Birdseye, Indiana, she was the cherished daughter of Alpha William Jackson and Mary Alberta (Root) Bolden.

Bonnie was a beloved mother to Griffin (Katie) Bryce, Garret (Al) Noblet, and a caring stepmother to Doug Houpt, Debbie Streeter, and Kim (Pete)...

Jul 7, 2026

Lynn Marie Froehlich Boone passed peacefully on July 7, 2026 surrounded by family members. She was born in Chicago, IL to Ralph and Evelyn Froehlich, (nee Lozkiewicz), and was the eldest of 8 children. Her family moved around the US with Ralph’s work in the US Navy and later for Micro Switch, a division of Honeywell. They settled in Indianapolis...

Jul 6, 2026

With hearts full of love, we celebrate the life of Jay Strauch who left this world on July 6th.

Jay grew up in Walton, IN with generations of family and lifelong friendships. He graduated from Lewis Cass High School in 1972 and proudly served as the Class President. Jay received an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy and graduated...

Jul 6, 2026

Greenfield, Indiana – Robert Quinn Gaither passed away peacefully at home while being comforted by his family on July 6, 2026, at the age of 83. His sense of humor, compassion, and most of all, his love for his family, will be greatly missed.

Quinn was born on November 2, 1942, to parents Loren Faye and Helen (Newman) Gaither in Breese,...

Jul 6, 2026

Janice Kathleen Carpenter 1949-2026

Janice Kathleen Carpenter (formerly Melton), 77, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026. Born June 24, 1949, in South Bend, Indiana, Jan was the 4th of 6 children born to Reginald and Mildred Carpenter.

Always at home surrounded by nature, Jan and her family spent most of their summers at Birch Lake in Vandalia, Michigan, in the cottage...

Jul 6, 2026

Michael Seery, 84, of Carmel, Indiana, and Sarasota, Florida, went home to the Lord on July 6, 2026, surrounded by “his girls” who adored him.

Michael was born on January 18, 1942, in Sydney, Australia, to Ronald and Mary Seery. After Mary’s death, Ronald married Lilian Seery, who helped raise Michael. He is survived by his sisters, Elizabeth Hallam (Mike) and...

Jul 6, 2026

Kim (Alexander) Lee, age 69, passed away on July 6, 2026, after a battle with cancer and several months in hospice care.

Born on December 28, 1956, to Barbara (Dickey) and Raymond Alexander, Kim was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis. In more recent years, she resided in Greenfield.

Kim was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Ernest (Dan) Lee, who...

Jul 5, 2026

Delores Jean Gallagher (née Fall), affectionately known to many as “Dee”, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 95.

Born on August 4, 1930, in Lebanon, Indiana, Dee was the daughter of Odell and Thelma Fall. She was the only daughter among four children and grew up with her brothers, Robert, Herschel, and Ronnie Fall. As the...

Jul 4, 2026

Janet Carol Walker (Scrivner), 86, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026. Janet was born in Decatur, Illinois, on November 14, 1939, to Lloyd and Doris Scrivner.

Janet married the love of her life, Thomas George Walker, on September 20, 1958, and together they shared 67 wonderful years of marriage before his passing on November 19, 2025. They truly enjoyed working...

Jul 4, 2026

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we remember the life of Bonnie Sue Claspell (née Myers), who passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on December 10, 1945, in Scottsville, Kentucky, Bonnie spent eighty (80) bright and compassionate years inspiring those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Bonnie was a woman whose kindness radiated in...

Jul 4, 2026

It is great sadness that we announce Mr. Kim Van Le, 96, passed away July 4th, 2026. He was born January 1st, 1930, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Kim grew up in Cambodia, and when he was a young man, met the love of his life Thiet Tran. Kim and Thiet married, moved to Vietnam and later, to the United States.

Kim worked...

Jul 3, 2026

Pamala Lynn Gatewood, 76, of Franklin, IN passed away peacefully July 3, 2026, at Homeview Nursing Home.

Pam was born February 9, 1950, to Joseph and Norma Gatewood.

Pam loved her faith and family. She will be missed by her loving sister, Cindi (Bill) Withers; brother, Mike (Denise) Gatewood; along with loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her...

Jul 3, 2026

Mary Jane Batt Claffey, age 98 of Lutz, Florida, formerly of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Friday morning, July 3, 2026 in Lutz, Florida.

She was born on October 2nd, 1927, to Robert L. and Mary Haverkampt Batt in Brazil, IN. Mary was the oldest of six siblings and the last surviving one. The family moved to Indianapolis in 1942, and...

Jul 3, 2026

Nancy Lee Apple Brown, also known to many friends and family as Nancy Cain, 84, of Speedway, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at Eagle Valley Meadows. She was born on August 17, 1941, to Walter Apple and Lucille Feigenbaum Apple. She graduated from Washington High School in Indianapolis. After graduating from high school, Nancy spent many years...

Jul 3, 2026

Janice Elaine Millette Sims (“Jennie”) November 30, 1932 – July 3, 2026

Janice Elaine Millette Sims, lovingly known as “Jennie,” passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 93.

Born on November 30, 1932, Jennie lived a life defined by love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was the beloved wife of Paul A....

Jul 1, 2026

Marjorie (Winzenread) Thomas 89 of Carmel, Indiana passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side.

Born to Melvin and Margaret (Alerding) Winzenread September 25, 1936, Marjorie was the eldest of 10 children and loved her siblings fiercely. She was so proud to be their sister and loved helping them grow and encouraging them. She graduated from St. John’s Academy, St....