Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Sep 21, 2026

Thomas D. Huckleberry, 83, Of Greenfield, Indiana, died at home on September 21 , 2026. He was born in Indianapolis on February 1, 1943 to the late Alvis and Irene Huckleberry. Tom attended Christ the King grade school and Cathedral High School and graduated from Saint Joseph College in Rensselaer, Indiana. Upon graduating, he served in the United States Army....

Sep 20, 2026

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Visitation will be held Friday, September 25, 2026 at 11am at Holy Spirit Catholic Church (7243 E 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46219). Funeral mass will begin at 12pm. Steven will be laid to rest at Memorial Park Cemetery (9350 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229).

Sep 20, 2026

Earl Monroe Cochran, fondly known as Roe to family and friends, was born Liberty Kentucky at home in a farmhouse, 10/2/29 on rural route 2 Houstonville, Kentucky.

In his early years, Earl grew up with no plumbing or heat he would often walk to school with no shoes. As a young child he attended a one room schoolhouse with a wood-burning...

Sep 20, 2026

Kevin Kaiser

March 29, 1955 – September 20, 2026

Kevin Kaiser, a gifted musician, devoted father, beloved son and brother, and a man whose life was filled with music, friendship and adventure, died September 20, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was 71.

Kevin was born March 29, 1955, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Dorothy and Eugene Mac Kaiser. His early years were spent...

Sep 20, 2026

Sep 19, 2026

Bobbie “Ed” Owens, born September 11, 1941, in London, Kentucky, to Robert “Bob” Owens and Martha Jane Smith, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, surrounded by his loving family.

Ed was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He shared 45 years of marriage with his loving wife, Rhonda Owens. Together, they built a life filled with love, family,...

Sep 19, 2026

GEORGIA GIANAKOS BUCHANAN, 1926-2026

Georgia Gianakos Buchanan, writer, artist, journalist, and fundraiser for many charitable causes, passed away on September 19, 2026, at age 100. She was born in Indianapolis on August 4, 1926, the second of four children of Paul and Stella Gianakos, both Greek immigrants. Georgia’s early years were spent in the Foreign District, on the near-west side of...

Sep 19, 2026

Sandra Louise Rosenthal, née Horton, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the city where her life also began on March 24, 1947. Her passing leaves behind the memory of a woman whose warmth, energy, and unmistakable spirit made her unforgettable to all who knew her.

Sandra graduated from North Central High School and went on to build...

Sep 19, 2026

Charles Robert Melton Sr., age 78 of Indianapolis passed away on Saturday evening, September 19, 2026.

Charles was born on April 11, 1948 in Burkesville, Kentucky a son of Robert C. and Anna Lee (Spears) Melton. 

He was one five children. He is preceded in death by three siblings: Willa Couch, Eddie Melton, and Freddy Melton. He is survived by his sister...

Sep 19, 2026

Karl Gilbert Soder, lovingly known as Gib, passed away on September 19, 2026. He was born on January 4, 1927, in Bedford, Indiana.

Gib lived a long and deeply meaningful life marked by service, intelligence, devotion to family, and a generous spirit. He was a graduate of Bedford High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in engineering...

Sep 19, 2026

Mini Ruth Cash-Cameron, 76, of New Palestine, Indiana, peacefully completed her earthly journey on September 19, 2026. Mini was born on December 12, 1949, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, to Surry Cash and Mary E. (Williams) Cash.

Because her father served in the U.S. Army, Mini spent much of her childhood moving from place to place, an experience that helped shape her...

Sep 18, 2026

Charles J Sullivan passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026, at his home in Brownsburg IN. He was surrounded by his family.

Charles was born in Springfield OH to Imelda and James Sullivan on September 20, 1947. He married Jo Ellen Eliker on July 1, 1972, in New Madison, OH. They then moved to Indianapolis IN. They later moved to Mt...

Sep 18, 2026

Matthew Hess of Conifer, Colorado, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 9, 1974, in Indianapolis to Richard and Katherine Hess.

A devoted Christian who loved the Lord, Matthew lived with a vibrant passion for life, defined by faith, integrity, and an unwavering devotion to his family as...

Sep 18, 2026

Ward Daniel Lauer, 68, passed away on September 18, 2026. He was born on March 24, 1958, in Racine, Wisconsin, and lived a life defined by deep faith, unwavering dedication, a servant's heart, and a profound love for his family and community.

An alumnus of Indiana University, Ward built a fulfilling career as a talented and dedicated freelance audio engineer. His...

Sep 18, 2026

Greg Daubenspeck, 67, passed away suddenly on September 18th. He leaves behind a legacy of music, laughter, dance, selflessness, and a passion for building, repairing, and remodeling.

Born in Indianapolis and raised in Jonesboro, IN. He graduated from Mississinewa High School and the University of Evansville.

He will be remembered for being incredibly giving of his time, knowledge, and talents. He brought...

Sep 18, 2026

In Loving Memory of Mildred W. Stovall

March 2, 1932 – September 18, 2026

Mildred W. Stovall, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026, at the age of 94.

Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on March 2, 1932, Mildred lived a life defined by unwavering faith, compassion, strength, and devotion to her family. She had a special...

Sep 17, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dr. Mingzhen Li, M.D.

Dr. Mingzhen Li, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, respected physician, professor, and medical researcher, passed away peacefully in her sleep at 3:30 p.m. on September 17, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was 96 years old.

Dr. Li was born on February 2, 1930, in Wuhan, Hubei, China. Her life was deeply devoted to medicine, learning,...

Sep 17, 2026

Robert “Bob” Dwight Holsten, 91, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, returning home to eternal rest and into the loving arms of God. He was reunited with his beloved wife, Mary, his daughter Stacy, his parents, and his sister.

Bob was born in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1935, to Pearle and Clarence Holsten. He proudly served in ROTC during high school...

Sep 17, 2026

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Peter “Pete” Heles was born October 30, 1954, the son of Patrick and Angala Heles, during their time in Fort Bragg. Upon his father’s retirement from the US Army the family settled in Worthington, MN. In his youth Pete loved to golf and hunt.

Pete graduated from Worthington Senior High school in 1972 where he met the love of...

Sep 17, 2026

Angela Vanessa Walls, affectionately known as “Angie,” was born on May 24, 1974, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to James E. Walls, II and Betty (Clay) Walls.

At an early age, Angie placed her hope and faith in Christ. She was a member of Eastern Star Church, where she was baptized by Reverend Jeffrey A. Johnson, Sr. Her faith remained an important part...