OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Richard Carroll Fay

Richard Carroll Fay

Feb 20, 2026

Richard Carroll Fay, 81, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, determination, and laughter.

Born on February 3, 1945, to Carroll and Georgia (Revelle) Fay, Richard grew up in Joplin, Missouri, as the youngest of four boys. He is preceded in death by his beloved brothers, Robert, George, and Jack. Being the youngest shaped his resilience and wit...

Julie Lynn (Delk) Sexton

Julie Lynn (Delk) Sexton

Feb 19, 2026

Julie Lynn (Delk) Sexton 

February 1, 1973 — February 19, 2026, Indianapolis

Julie Lynn Sexton, 53, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 19, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis, IN on February 1, 1973 to Robert (Steven) and Kristi Delk.She completed her education at Hamilton Southeastern. Throughout her career, she held positions at several different workplaces until her physical condition prevented her...

Glenn R. Sexton

Glenn R. Sexton

Feb 19, 2026

Glenn Roy Sexton, 85, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 19, 2026. He was born in Corbin, Kentucky on September 11, 1940, to William (Bill) and Crystal Sexton.

He retired from his position at Wonder Bread Bakery and took on various odd jobs for a few years before choosing to embrace a leisurely lifestyle.

He took great pleasure in visiting yard sales,...

Karen Starks

Karen Starks

Feb 18, 2026

 Karen Starks, 76 died Wednesday, February 18th at her Indianapolis, IN home. Karen was born on September 15, 1949, in Evansville, Indiana, the only child of George and Emma Pauline Dieterle, both deceased.

Karen earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Indiana University, Bloomington. She was a very much respected educator with Indianapolis Public School beginning as an elementary school...

Margie Elizabeth Knox

Margie Elizabeth Knox

Feb 18, 2026

Margie Elizabeth Knox of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away February 18, 2026, at 77 years of age. She is survived by her loving daughter, Lesley Shell, her son, Kevan Knox, her grandchildren, Josephine Anderson, Alexandria Knox, Vincent Knox, her sister, Judy Bentley, and her brothers, Phillip Harmon, and Gene Harmon. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold Buck and...

Jill S. Schnitzmeyer

Jill S. Schnitzmeyer

Feb 17, 2026

Jill S. Schnitzmeyer, 68, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on February 17, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents, Emory Raymond Schaeffer and Judith (Aldrich) Schaeffer.

Jill was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her presence was steady and comforting, and she meant more to those who loved her than words can fully express....

Joyce E. Osborn

Joyce E. Osborn

Feb 17, 2026

Joyce Evelyn Osborn of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, to be with her Lord and her loving husband of 71 years with her family by her side. She was born on November 6th, 1930, in Indianapolis, IN to the late Earl and Ruby Taylor.

She was a homemaker who loved caring for her family and was a...

Vessie M. Davis

Vessie M. Davis

Feb 17, 2026

Vessie Morl Davis, 87, of Indianapolis, passed away February 17, 2026. Vessie was born in Wild Cherry, Arkansas on January 24, 1939, to parents, Eli Ben Davis and Chestine Staggs Wilkes.

Vessie dedicated 45 years of his life to his work as a machinist, retiring in 2004 after a steadfast career. He took great pride in his work, believing deeply in...

Thomas Gus Mavrikis

Thomas Gus Mavrikis

Feb 17, 2026

A very much loved husband, father, grandfather, Thomas Mavrikis, 88 of Carmel, Indiana passed away peacefully with his family and friends present at his side.

He was born November 30, 1937 in Perista, Greece and carried his Greek heritage with pride throughout his life. He was sent to America at the age of 13 to avoid the war in Greece. He...

Dr. H. Lane Ferree

Dr. H. Lane Ferree

Feb 17, 2026

Harry Lane Ferree, M.D., of Indianapolis, died February 17, 2026 at home. He was 88 years old.

Dr. Ferree was born May 21, 1937, in Indianapolis. He was the son of the late Edwin H. Ferree and Helen Schaumleffel Ferree and the brother of the late Thomas H. Ferree. He was a graduate of Shortridge High School, Wabash College, where he...

Catherine M. Szakel

Catherine M. Szakel

Feb 16, 2026

Catherine Mae (Radez) Szakel 93 of Plainfield, Indiana passed away February 16, 2026. She was married to Louis M. Szakel for 58 years until his passing in 2010. Catherine had seven children, two of whom preceded her in death: Michael and Anthony. Catherine was a devoted wife, mother, and a faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She is survived...

Karen Sue (Susie) Lay

Karen Sue (Susie) Lay

Feb 16, 2026

Karen Sue (Susie) Lay, age 78, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on February 16th 2026.

Susie was a 1965 graduate of Arlington High School in Indianapolis, IN. She had many positions with Royal Pin, where she ended her career as bookkeeper.

Susie was an active member in the bowling community and was on many leagues during her lifetime. She was a member...

David J. Sosinsky

David J. Sosinsky

Feb 15, 2026

David “Dave” Sosinsky of Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 15, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born on November 29, 1957, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to John and Mary Sosinsky. He was a proud older brother to his sister, Michelle Sosinsky.

As a young man, Dave attended the University of Toronto, where he met...

Cleo Marie Morris

Cleo Marie Morris

Feb 15, 2026

Cleo Marie Morris of Plainfield, Indiana passed away February 15, 2026, at 79 years of age. She was born June 25, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Rolland J. and Charlotte Ester (Cunningham) Gorrell. Cleo enjoyed quilting, sewing, cooking, gardening, spending time and caring for her family and others. She had a deep devotion to her spiritual life, spending...

Joan Betty Van Wyk

Joan Betty Van Wyk

Feb 15, 2026

Joan Betty Van Wyk, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 15. She was 93.

Joan was the eldest child of John and Betty Weiler and grew up with her two younger siblings on the family owned and operated Rochelle Park Dairy Farm in northern New Jersey, just ten miles from New York City. Despite...

William Larkin Begley

William Larkin Begley

Feb 14, 2026

William Larkin Begley, 87, passed away Saturday, February 14th, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Bill, as he was called by family and friends, was called to preach at a young age. He lived his long life serving Jesus and teaching his family and others about scripture. He especially loved to teach about Bible prophecy.

As a child he would...

Patricia J. Steelman

Patricia J. Steelman

Feb 14, 2026

Patricia “Pat” J. Steelman,

age 84, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 14, 2026, at her residence in Carmel, Indiana. Pat was the daughter of the late Alec Ilie Oltean and the late Mattie Emelie Rose. She was one of six children.

Pat married Floyd “Max” Steelman, Jr. in 1984. They spent 26 wonderful years...

Julie Ellen Moore

Julie Ellen Moore

Feb 14, 2026

Julie Moore, 64, of Greenfield, Indiana, passed away on February 14, 2026, surrounded by love. She was born on September 7, 1961, in Indianapolis, the daughter of the late Jack and Ann Moore.

Julie lived a full, beautiful life — one defined by kindness, laughter, and a love that touched everyone who knew her. She never met a stranger, and her...

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