Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

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...

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,...

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...

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....

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....

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...

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...

Aug 5, 2026

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...

Aug 4, 2026

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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...

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...

Aug 3, 2026

Edward G. Ligus of Carmel, IN, passed away on August 3, 2026, at the age of 89. He was born in Roselle Park, N.J., on March 29, 1937, to parents, George and Julie (Kuchma) Ligus.

Edward was very eager to learn, he self-taught himself the basics of computer programming. Edward was a Lieutenant at R.P. Fire Department for 16 years. He...

Aug 3, 2026

Clifford Charles Lewis, affectionately known as Cliff, passed away on August 3, 2026, at Indiana Masonic Home Compass Park, with his loving wife by his side. Born on October 5, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia, Cliff’s journey through life was marked by a spirit of generosity, camaraderie, and unwavering devotion to his family, friends, and community.

Cliff was the beloved husband of...

Aug 2, 2026

Robert Lowell Green, age 65 of Indianapolis passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026.

Robbie was born on December 21, 1960 in Indianapolis, IN, a son of Robert Carroll and Beverly June (Parks) Green. He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife: Ginny Green.

His children: son Ryan (wife Marcie) Green

and son: Kyle (wife Emily) Green.

and daughter:...

Aug 2, 2026

Indianapolis, Indiana – Erika Bach, 51, passed away while being comforted by her family and friends, on August 2, 2026. Her kindness, love, and joy will be forever missed.

Erika was born on February 9, 1975, to parents David & Sandra (Rossman) Bach in Indianapolis. She graduated from Arsenal Tech High School and married the love of her life, Minh Bach....

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

(Clifford) Brent Badgley, Indianapolis, IN, passed away Saturday August 1st, 2026. He was born August 6th, 1954, to Clifford (Kit) Badgley and Mary Ruth (Waldridge) Badgley.

The family moved often in his early years and eventually settled in central Indiana. Brent graduated from Southport high school in Indianapolis. He was a drummer at heart and enjoyed being in the high school...

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...