Fern Ransom
Jan 30, 2025
Fern J. Ransom, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on May 21, 1931, in Osgood, Indiana, she left an indelible mark on the lives she touched, balancing her remarkable career with a deep commitment to family and community.
Throughout her vibrant life, Fern exemplified hard work and devotion. She served as a stenographer for...
Mandy Miller
Jan 30, 2025
Amanda Renee (Alson) Miller, born July 27, 1974, in Rensselaer, Indiana, left an indelible mark on all who knew her. With a heartfelt determination to lead and inspire, she devoted her professional life to serving others as the CEO of MicroVote. Her exceptional leadership abilities were matched only by her genuine commitment to her community and her role as a...
Hannelore Killion
Jan 29, 2025
Hannelore Binkert Killion, born in Bremen, Germany on June 16, 1926 passed away January 29, 2025. Married on May 31, 1947 to David Killion, they celebrated 55 years together before his death in 2002. She bowled in two leagues into her early 90s and walked her dogs daily in her Lawrence neighborhood, and before she became vision-impaired, she knitted dozens...
Kris Thinnes
Jan 29, 2025
Kris Thinnes was born on August 17, 1956, to Bonnie and Jerome Thinnes. He grew up in Lafayette, attending Lafayette schools and proudly graduating from Lafayette Central Catholic, a school he always held close to his heart.
In his younger years, Kris was an avid athlete, playing both football and baseball. His love for sports never faded, and he was always...
John Mark Rosenbalm
Jan 29, 2025
John Mark Rosenbalm was born on September 14, 1956 in Crawfordsville, IN. He was the third son of Maryalice (Bailey) Rosenbalm and John Ramsey Rosenbalm, Jr.. He was the third of five children: David Ross, Ronald Clarke, John Mark, Jeffrey Allen, and Robin Lynn. John is preceded in death by his father, mother, and three brothers.
He and Rose Marie (Elsner)...
David A. Bolduc
Jan 29, 2025
David A. Bolduc of Westfield, IN, passed away on January 29, 2025, at the age of 93. He was born in Marquette, MI, on February 28, 1931, to parents, Arthur L. and Myrtle M. (Pascoe) Bolduc, along with five sisters: Gertrude, Nina, Dorothy, Margaret and Frances. He was a member of St. Maria Goretti’s Catholic Church.
Dave spent his childhood in...
Charles "Chuck" Crist
Jan 29, 2025
Charles "Chuck" Crist, a beloved husband, father, and friend, departed this life on January 29, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, leaving behind a legacy woven with love and adventure. Born on August 15, 1945, in Avon Lake, Florida, Chuck dedicated a significant portion of his life to serving his country in the United States Air Force, specializing in radio repair on...
Ranna Sushil Nagar
Jan 29, 2025
Ranna Sushil Nagar, daughter of Jayalata and Chintuprasad Bhatt, was born on October 24, 1938, in Gujarat, India. One of five siblings, Ranna spent her childhood in Ahmedabad, where she frequently participated in biking competitions. She attended Prabhudas Thakker College in Gujarat, where she majored in Sociology. A bold, forward thinking, and practical woman, Ranna worked to educate the local...
Earl William Salisbury
Jan 28, 2025
Earl William Salisbury, age 84, departed this life on January 28, 2025. Earl was predeceased by his parents Roger Wilson Riley Salisbury and Eugenia (Brannock) Salisbury, son Jason Salisbury, and sister Sarah Coe (Salisbury) Sowa. He is survived by his son Joshua Salisbury; four Grandchildren Rachel, Antonia, Noah and Hunter; sister Carol Lee (Salisbury) Colley (Karl); and special friends Donna...
Richard Howard Swain
Jan 28, 2025
Richard Howard Swain, age 88 of Indianapolis, Indiana, formerly of Huntington Beach, California passed away on Tuesday morning, January 28, 2025 in Indianapolis.
Richard was born on March 4, 1936 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, a son of Norman Lester and Mildred Dorothy (Boyd) Swain. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is also preceded in death by one brother: Roger...
Steven M. Cole
Jan 28, 2025
Indianapolis, Indiana – Steven M. Cole, 83, passed away peacefully after being comforted by family and friends on January 28, 2025.
Steven was born in Pineville, Kentucky, to parents Lawrence Regulus & Christine Anna Cole on March 13, 1941. He attended Shortridge High School in Indianapolis, and after graduating, immediately went to work. He retired from Eli Lily as a project...
Frank R. Booker
Jan 28, 2025
Frank R. Booker, 53 of Brownsburg, Indiana passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Frank was born June 30, 1971 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Richard Booker Sr. and Jessie (Warren) LeCote. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Richard Booker Jr. Surviving are his loving partner Lori Cook, sister Diane Booker, daughter Rebecca Booker...
Sally Ann Sizemore
Jan 28, 2025
Sally Ann (Meyers) Sizemore, age 79 of McCordsville, Indiana passed away on Tuesday evening, January 28, 2025.
Sally was born on October 18, 1945 in Bedford, Indiana, to parents Benjamin and Dorothy (Barnes) Meyers. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Sally is survived by one daughter: Michelle (husband Brad) Sievers of McCordsville, Indiana, brother: Robert (wife Kimberly) Meyers of Chico,...
Mae Reh
Jan 28, 2025
Mae Reh of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on January 28, 2025, at the age of 27. He was born in Myanmar (Burma) on January 1, 1998, to parents, Tu Reh and Par Meh. Mae was and will always be remembered as a loving and caring person with a giving heart. Mae is more than just a friend- he was a...
Virginia Mae Blum
Jan 28, 2025
After celebrating her 104th birthday two weeks ago Virginia Mae Avegno Blum passed away January 28th. Virgie was born January 14, 1921 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Edward Numa Avegno and Mae Stenson Smith Avegno. She moved to Indiana to attend Hanover College where she was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority. It was at Hanover that Virgie met...
William "Bill" B. Ewing
Jan 28, 2025
William B. "Bill" Ewing, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28th, 2025. Bill proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, and was the recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. An enthusiast of antique cars, he could often be found attending car shows, or working on a project. Above all, Bill was a...
Pamela Bennett
Jan 27, 2025
Pamela Jean Bennett, long-time director of the Indiana Historical Bureau, died of complications from Alzheimer’s on January 27, 2025. Pam was born on July 3, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Paul and Martha (nee Scruggs) Bennett.
Pam graduated from Gettysburg College in 1965 with an A.B. in Chemistry. After falling in love with British novels, Pam attended Indiana University–Bloomington and completed...
Marilla Reed
Jan 27, 2025
Marilla Reed, 66 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, in Grand Prairie, Texas. Marilla was born on April 8, 1958, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Charles Trotter Sr. and Bertie Mae Trotter. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many.
Marilla gave her life to Jesus at...
Patricia J. Taylor
Jan 27, 2025
Patricia J. Taylor, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, in Anderson, Indiana at the age of 88. Born on March 13, 1936, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Patricia's warmth and kindness radiated from her very being, enriching the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Patricia dedicated over 30 years of her life to the Farm Bureau, where her...
Kirby L. Watkins
Jan 27, 2025
Indianapolis, Indiana – Kirby Watkins, 61, passed away on January 27, 2025, after being comforted by friends and family. His love, his stories and his pranks will be deeply missed.
Kirby was born on July 7, 1963, to parents Charles Edward & Barbara Claire (Thompson) Watkins in Indianapolis. He graduated from Warren Central High School in 1981 and went on...