OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Nancy Lou Sigg

Nancy Lou Sigg

Nov 3, 2026

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Thomas C. Eyler

Thomas C. Eyler

Oct 31, 2026

Thomas Clayton Eyler, 94, of Wilmington, North Carolina, passed away on October 31, 2026. He was born on January 29, 1932, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, to parents, Clayton and Margaret Eyler.

Thomas lived a life marked by service, faith, and dedication to others. He honorably served in the United States Navy, as a member of Underwater Demolition Team -1, a precursor to...

Dennis E. Wickman

Dennis E. Wickman

Oct 31, 2026

Dennis E. Wickman, 78, passed away on Oct. 31, 2026. He was born in Indianapolis, IN on Oct. 29, 1948. He will be laid to rest in Memorial Park Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Flanner Buchanan-Memorial Park.

David Edwin Reel

David Edwin Reel

Oct 31, 2026

David Edwin Reel, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on October 31, 2026, in Carmel. He was born on September 2, 1950, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

David was a man whose character spoke with steady strength. Known for being quiet but honest, he carried himself with a directness and integrity that left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He was always...

Robert "Bobby" D. Roeder

Robert "Bobby" D. Roeder

Oct 30, 2026

It is with both sadness and celebration that we announce the passing of Robert David Roeder, who left this world on October 30, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on July 24, 1945, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Harold and Ruth Roeder. Robert lived a remarkable life that touched many.

Following graduation, Warren Central High School and attending Butler...

Charles Edward Richardson

Charles Edward Richardson

Oct 30, 2026

Charles E. Richardson

Charles E. Richardson, 93, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully October 30, 2026, in Zionsville, Ind.

Born in September 1933, in Metamora, Ind., Charles lived a life marked by curiosity about the natural world and an unshakable friendly optimism toward everyone he met.

He was known for living out his belief that all persons deserve to be treated with dignity, loving...

Ruth A Cummins

Ruth A Cummins

Oct 30, 2026

Ruth A. Cummins, 69, of Carmel, IN, passed away on October 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, integrity, generosity with her knowledge, and devotion to her family.

Ruth was born in Winton, MN on April 22, 1957 and raised in Babbitt, MN. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Health Information Administration from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth,...

Helen Pearl Cole

Helen Pearl Cole

Oct 30, 2026

Helen Pearl (Scruggs) Cole, age 98, of Mooresville, Indiana, passed away in her home on October 30, 2026. After a long and fulfilling life, she has now reunited with her husband, Woodrow Wilson Cole, who preceded her in death in 1988.

Helen was a stay-at-home mother of eight children. She loved her family more than anything. Helen loved to sew, read...

Mark Dwane Coovert

Mark Dwane Coovert

Oct 29, 2026

Mark Dwane Coovert

June 30, 1950 – October 29, 2026

Mark Coovert, 76, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his daughter Corey, Grand dog Drambuie and chosen family.

A lifelong Indianapolis native, Mark was born and raised in Fountain Square. He lived the majority of his life as the self-proclaimed hillbilly of Meridian Hills....

Beverly Rose Wagner

Beverly Rose Wagner

Oct 29, 2026

Beverly R. Wagner was born on May 16, 1934, in Muncie IN. to Florence A. and Daniel J. Ford. 

The Ford family lived in the Irvington neighborhood of Indianapolis and as a young adult Beverly worked at flower shop making award winning floral arrangements. She was an extremely talented soprano soloist and sang in the Irvington Presbyterian Church choir for many...

Paul Anthony LaRosa

Paul Anthony LaRosa

Oct 29, 2026

Paul Anthony LaRosa

June 16, 1941 – October 29, 2026

Paul Anthony LaRosa, 85, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on October 29,2026, leaving behind a lifetime of laughter, love, unforgettable stories, and countless people who adored him.

To know Paul was to love him. He was a remarkably kind and gentle man and had an extraordinary ability to see the good in everyone....

William David Hedges

William David Hedges

Oct 29, 2026

William David Hedges, 79, of Noblesville, Indiana, went to be with Jesus on October 29, 2026. He was born on April 7, 1947, in Connersville, Indiana, to parents, William and Ruth Hedges.

Bill graduated from Northwest High School, earned his bachelor’s degree at Ball State University, and received his master’s degree in education from Butler University.

Bill was a loving husband, dad...

Donald Lee Willis

Donald Lee Willis

Oct 29, 2026

Donald L. Willis, 85, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed peacefully into the presence of Jesus on October 29, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born on May 30, 1941, to “Bud” and Verna Willis, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, and spent his formative years in Lee County, Virginia, surrounded by the beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and the love of a...

Bobbie "Barbara" Sue Horsley

Bobbie "Barbara" Sue Horsley

Oct 29, 2026

Bobbie Sue "Barbara" Horsley, of Greenfield, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on March 16, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was the daughter of Odie and Helen (Elder) Law. She attended Warren Central High School.

Throughout her life, she was known by many names—Bobbie Sue, Barbara, Mom, and Nanny. Each name represented a...

Melinda Lee Sparks

Melinda Lee Sparks

Oct 28, 2026

Melinda Lee Buckley Sparks, 87, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on October 28, 2026.

Born and raised in Irvington on Indianapolis's east side, Melinda was the daughter of the longtime owners of Buckley's Bradley Barbeque. She attended Thomas Carr Howe High School and became a registered nurse in 1960.

Melinda enjoyed a nursing career spanning nearly four decades, caring for patients in...

Lenville Ray England

Lenville Ray England

Oct 28, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lenville Ray England, known to his family and friends as "Ray", age 88, on October 28th, 2026. Ray was born December 21, 1937, to parents Noah Robert England and Bertha Mae Gibson in Glasgow, Kentucky. 

Ray was a devout Baptist, antique collector, and a Western enthusiast. 

Ray is preceded in death...

Chong C. Olson

Chong C. Olson

Oct 28, 2026

Chong C. Olson, 81, of Indianapolis passed away on October 28, 2026. She was born in Seoul, South Korea on April 23, 1945, to Si Woo Lee and Bok Dong (Cho) Lee. Chong lived a full life and her end was sudden and unexpected.

Chong is survived by her children, Sharon Olson Ochoa and Paul Olson (spouse Cheryl). She is survived...

Kathryn "Sue" Marie Luker

Kathryn "Sue" Marie Luker

Oct 27, 2026

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Kathryn Marie (Sue) Skelley Luker, age 91, was born in Bedford Indiana on May 2, 1935 to Paul Leo and Margaret Mary Skelley. She was raised in St. Philip Neri Parish and graduated from St. Agnes High School. While always a vital part of the family business, Exhibition Decorators, Inc., after many years as a...

Terri Sue Davis

Terri Sue Davis

Oct 27, 2026

Terri Sue Davis, 69, passed away on October 27, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis to the late William P. and Mary R. Alsop.

Terri grew up in the Nora area of Indianapolis and was the youngest of four children. From an early age, her desire was to have a family, and that devotion remained at the center of who she...

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