Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Mar 8, 2026

Mar 7, 2026

Theodore (Ted) Wilson Sushka of Zionsville, IN, passed into the presence of his Savior, Jesus Christ, early Saturday morning, March 7, 2026, at the age of 83.

Ted was born to Theodore Louis and Elizabeth Scotka Sushka on August 28, 1942, in Martins Ferry, Ohio. He graduated from Martins Ferry High School in 1960 and attended Tri-State College, now Trine University,...

Mar 6, 2026

“Loser” also known as Michael William Pothast born November 03, 1951, in Indianapolis Indiana. His parents Kenneth and Edith Pothast raised three wonderful children Michael, Grouch, and Daniel. Michael leaves behind a Son Neven Murphy, Stepchildren Neva Alexander, Emily Matthews, Seth Pendleton as well as multiple, multiple grandchildren. Michael’s beloved wife Tamara Pothast “Lil Bit” proceeded him in death as...

Mar 5, 2026

Mar 5, 2026

Robert Allan Lewis, 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 5, 2026, after a long battle with heart disease. Born in Detroit, Michigan to the late Allan and Dorothy Lewis, Bob was a dedicated husband, father, new grandfather, brother and friend who brought joy and laughter to everyone who knew him.

Growing up, Bob could regularly be found building...

Mar 4, 2026

On March 4, 2026, Darell E. “Gene” Zink, Jr., died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 79. Born on July 29, 1946, in Houston, Texas, Gene was the son of the late Darell Sr. and Lois Ruth (Ingalls) Zink. From an early age, Gene displayed a deep sense of curiosity, determination, and leadership; qualities that would later distinguish...

Mar 3, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved one, William I. Nester who passed away on March 3, 2026 at the age of 70. Bill was born on January 1, 1956 in Indianapolis Indiana to Paul and Pauline (Knarzer). He is survived by his wife Reda (Sharp) sons Aaron (Stef), Shane Nester. Grandchildren Kyle and...

Mar 3, 2026

Geoffrey William Little, aged 92, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family in his home in Carmel, Indiana. Born on April 10, 1933, in Moggerhanger, Bedfordshire, England, Geoffrey was a man of quiet strength and enduring love.

Geoffrey was a dedicated family man and a supportive friend. He married his beloved wife, Margaret (Probert), in 1956....

Mar 3, 2026

Benny G Banayote Jr. died peacefully in his home on March 3rd, 2026. He is survived by his two sons, Rob (Julie) & Joe (Linda) Banayote, grandchildren, Anthony, Tia, Kyle, George & Zack. He was the proud great-grandfather to six lovely granddaughters & two grandsons. All of whom brought him great joy.

Benny Jr. was born May 29th, 1936, to Benny...

Mar 3, 2026

Amador Maldonado Cruz,

77, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026.

Born on February 20, 1949, in Acámbaro, Mexico, Amador was the beloved son of the late Eduardo Maldonado Velasquez and Francisca Sanchez Cruz. He is survived by his children—Joel, Luis, Rene, Guadalupe, and Ana—along with nineteen grandchildren, ten great‑grandchildren, and several siblings. His family was his greatest pride...

Mar 3, 2026

Jean Marion Peterson Herder passed away on March 3, 2026 in Bloomington, Indiana. Born on January 16, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois, Jean was 85 years old when she died.

Jean grew up on the north side of Chicago in the Swedish area now known as Andersonville. It was a multi-generational household with Jean, her parents, Oscar and Joan Peterson, and her...

Mar 3, 2026

Donald Ray Sloan, Age 88, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026 at home with his family.

Don was born October 12, 1937 in Patoka, Indiana, the son of Henry and Eleanor Sloan in the front bedroom of the house he grew up in. He graduated from Patoka High School in 1955, then went on to Purdue University,...

Mar 2, 2026

Kinsley Lynne Gruss, of Indianapolis, Indiana, was born on July 25, 2007, and passed away on March 2, 2026. Kinsley was a beautiful girl inside and out. Though her time here was far too short, Kinsley’s life touched the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Kinsley attended Franklin Central High School, graduating in 2025. During her time there, she...

Mar 2, 2026

Scott A. Jones of Carmel, IN, passed away on March 2, 2026, at the age of 64. He was born in Indianapolis, IN, on April 6, 1961, to parents, Lewis and Martha (Bishop) Jones. He was the youngest of five brothers.

He is survived by sons, Tyler L. Jones, Nicholas K. Jones, and by brothers William (“Bill”) R. Jones and Gregory...

Mar 2, 2026

Teresa Ann Ray, 70, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on March 2, 2026. She was born on May 6, 1955, in Indianapolis, to the late Lowell and Gwendolyn Corlett.

As a matriarch, Teresa adored her family and treated everyone she met like her own. Her home was always open, filled with loved ones enjoying sunny days by the pool. Her generosity...

Mar 2, 2026

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Mar 1, 2026

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Mar 1, 2026

Mar 1, 2026

Nhu Thi Le, who was 82 years old, passed away in Westfield, Indiana on March 1, 2026 surrounded by her beloved husband of fifty-nine years and her family. Nhu was born in Vietnam and left with her family in 1975 along with many other refugees. She settled into a new life in Indiana with the support of the Quaker Friends...

Mar 1, 2026

Robert Allen “Bob” Hessman, 78, of Cicero, IN, passed away at his home on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Bob, as he was commonly known, was born in Indianapolis, IN alongside his twin sister, Roberta, on April 1, 1947, to parents, George J. and Helen D. (Staley) Hessman. He graduated from Warren Central High School and went on to serve his...