OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Rachel Ann Lowe

Rachel Ann Lowe

Jul 16, 2026

Rachel Ann Lowe, age 58 of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026.

A visitation will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Flanner Buchanan - Floral Park Funeral Center, located at 425 N. Holt Road, Indianapolis, IN 46222.

An additional visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 from 12:00 Noon...

Loretta Mary Vestermark

Loretta Mary Vestermark

Jul 16, 2026

The family is currently working on her full obituary, please check back soon. 

Visitation for Loretta will be from 10a-11am on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Holy Spirit Parish at Geist – 10350 Glaser Way, Fishers, IN 46037, with a funeral mass immediately following at 11am. There will be an intimate graveside service where Loretta will be laid to rest at...

Josephine Lucia Arnold

Josephine Lucia Arnold

Jul 15, 2026

Josephine "Jo" Lombardo Arnold

Jo was born February 21, 1943, in Corvallis, Oregon, the first child of Thomas A. Lombardo, M.D. and Lucia M. Saglibene Lombardo. She grew up with her siblings and many beloved cousins in Buffalo, N.Y. Jo was a proud graduate of The Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart where she made life-long friends. She was happy to...

Obedia Laverne Norris

Obedia Laverne Norris

Jul 15, 2026

Obedia Laverne Norris, age 78 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

In accordance with her wishes, a graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM at Floral Park Cemetery, located at 425 N. Holt Road, Indianapolis, Indiana. Father Eric Johnson of St. Mark Catholic Church in Indianapolis will officiate. 

Any persons attending the...

Christina L. Ripperger

Christina L. Ripperger

Jul 15, 2026

Christina L. “Christy” Ripperger, went home to be with her Lord July 15, 2026. She was born August 27,1948 to John and Virginia Butcher (The most loving parents in the whole world!!!) My dad was so full of fun and my Mother ALWAYS overflowed with the Love of JesusIII) Yes, my parents were the Best ever...and I will thank the...

Stephen A. O'Haver

Stephen A. O'Haver

Jul 14, 2026

Stephen Alan O’Haver, 74, of Indianapolis passed away on July 14, 2026. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 5, 1951.He was a true country boy with a big heart and an unforgettable sense of humor. He loved fishing, Florida beaches, vegetable gardening, and in earlier years, the freedom of the open road—especially on his beloved V‑Star motorcycle. 

Stephen cherished...

Douglas Andrew Whicker

Douglas Andrew Whicker

Jul 14, 2026

Douglas Andrew Whicker, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Fishers, IN, on July 14, 2026. He was 68 years old. Born on March 15, 1958, in Noblesville, IN, Douglas brought warmth, laughter, and steadfast love to all who knew him.

Douglas was the son of the late Keith Alden Whicker and Beverly...

Arlene Kay Benton

Arlene Kay Benton

Jul 13, 2026

Arlene Kay (Gilbert) Benton, 79, of Fishers, Indiana, peacefully went to be with the Lord on July 13, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1947, in Sizerock, Kentucky, to parents, Delbert Gilbert and Chloe (Couch) Gilbert.

Arlene graduated from Pike High School in 1965. She continued to keep in touch with high school friends throughout her life as an active...

Kelly A. Baugh

Kelly A. Baugh

Jul 13, 2026

Heaven just got a whole lot more stylish.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kelly Baugh, age 68, on Monday, July 13, following a courageous and truly astonishing battle with pancreatic cancer. She was surrounded by those who meant the most to her: her family, her two beloved kitties, and her cherished “grand-puppy.”

Born in Toledo and...

Melvin Vonne Sims

Melvin Vonne Sims

Jul 13, 2026

Melvin Vonne Sims, age 75, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday night, July 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Melvin was born on February 11, 1951, in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he was raised and graduated from Ben Davis High School. He later attended trade school and earned certifications in mechanical machine repair and as an industrial electrician. A...

Margaret "Suzanne" Kirkpatrick

Margaret "Suzanne" Kirkpatrick

Jul 13, 2026

Margaret Suzanne Kirkpatrick, lovingly known as Suzanne, 91, of Indianapolis, Indiana, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 13, 2026. She was born on October 12, 1934, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents, Clifton and Lillie Mae (Etris) Hanson.

Suzanne was a devoted wife of 56 yrs and a mother to her two daughters, Kim Sloan and...

Norman Harry Kiesel

Norman Harry Kiesel

Jul 12, 2026

Norman Harry “Hank” Kiesel, 97, Carmel, passed away July 12, 2026. He was born in Erie, Pennsylvania to the late Walter G. and Margaret Ruth Kiesel.

He graduated from Washington Irving High School in Clarksburg, WV before going on to earn his Engineering Degree from West Virginia University in 1951. While at WVU, Hank met his wife of 67 years, Anita...

Yon H. Kiszewski

Yon H. Kiszewski

Jul 12, 2026

Yon H. Kiszewski, born on June 25, 1955, in Daegu, South Korea, peacefully passed away on July 12, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Her journey across continents was marked by courage, devotion, and unwavering love for her family and faith.

In 1985, Yon came to the United States after falling in love with David Kiszewski in South Korea. The two married and...

Ronald Leigh Schwanke

Ronald Leigh Schwanke

Jul 12, 2026

Ronald Leigh Schwanke, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on July 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and dear friends.

Born on June 12, 1946, Ron was lovingly raised by Frank and Beulah Schwanke in Chicago, Illinois and Northern Indiana. Ron lived a life defined by service, creativity, faith, and devotion to those he loved. He proudly served his...

Dwayne McCoy

Dwayne McCoy

Jul 12, 2026

Dwayne Lewis McCoy

July 27, 1973 – July 12, 2026

Dwayne Lewis McCoy, 52, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on July 12th, 2026.

Dwayne graduated from Floyd Central High School in 1991 and made a career as a finance professional. He married his beloved wife Beth McCoy in 2002; together they raised two children, Abbey and Avery McCoy.

Dwayne was known for his laid-back...

James L. "Buck" Buchanan

James L. "Buck" Buchanan

Jul 12, 2026

James Leon Buchanan, 84, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on July 12, 2026. He was born on July 24, 1941, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, to parents, James Malcolm Buchanan and Lassie Pheen (Bullington) Buchanan.

Jim or “Buck”, as he was lovingly known by many, graduated from Arsenal Technical High School. He worked for many years as a trucking dispatcher for McLean...

Jack Johnsonbaugh

Jack Johnsonbaugh

Jul 12, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jack E. Johnsonbaugh, Sun City Center, Florida formerly Fishers, Indiana, passed away on July 12, 2026, at the age of 98.

Born on September 27, 1927, in Muncie, Indiana. Jack was the beloved son of Ralph W. Johnsonbaugh and Zora Mae Saunders. He was known for his generosity, sense of...

Robert D. Dunlap, Sr

Robert D. Dunlap, Sr

Jul 12, 2026

Robert “Bob” Dunlap Sr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, service, and treasured memories with those fortunate enough to know him.

Bob was proud of his Irish roots and the Midwestern values that shaped him. He believed in working hard and always being there for the people he loved.

Bob proudly served his country...

Beverly Ethel Mercer

Beverly Ethel Mercer

Jul 10, 2026

Beverly Ethel Mercer, 81, passed away on July 10, 2026. She was born on July 8, 1945, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to John and Betty Petrakis.

Beverly dedicated much of her life to caring for others through her work as a nurse in home health and oncology, offering comfort and skilled care to countless patients and families. When she wasn’t working, she...

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