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Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Virginia L. Gillette
Jul 31, 2024
Virginia Louise Gillette of Indianapolis was born in Toledo, Ohio, on March 6, 1936 and died peacefully on July 31, 2024 in Carmel, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, Radford P. Potter and Miriam Hill Potter, and her husband of 65 years, William B. Gillette. Virginia is survived by nieces Margaret G. Ahrens and Linda G. Downs,...
Penelope Blanche Parrish
Jul 31, 2024
Penelope Blanche Parrish (McIntosh) of Lafayette Indiana passed away on July 31, 2024 at the age of 82.
She is survived by her three sons, Kurt L. Parrish (Alicia Taylor), Douglas M. Parrish (Amy Parrish), Todd G. Parrish (Missy Parrish); her sister, Julie A. Bragdon; 7(+5) grandchildren; 4 (+4) great-grandchildren; 2 nieces; 1 nephew.
Penny was proceeded in death by her parents,...
Maritza K. Webb
Jul 31, 2024
Maritza Katherine Webb, beloved daughter of Rosalind Webb and Douglas and Francoise Webb, died July 31 after a sudden illness. Born September 3, 1986, she is survived by her parents, siblings Christopher (Megan) Webb and Mallory (Will) Mason as well as stepsiblings Morgan (Luisa) Mullis, Sara (John) DiCamillo, and Ashley Mullis. She was predeceased by her grandparents Don and Sue...
Louis Hawkins
Jul 31, 2024
Louis Lee Hawkins, Sr., 87, beloved dad, Grandpa, Pappaw and Pappy, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024. Louis was welcomed with open arms by the love of his life, Rheta Ann, who passed away in March. He was also reunited with his son Louie, who preceded him in death.
Born January 19, 1937 in Marston, Missouri, Louis moved to the...
Laveda Moore
Jul 31, 2024
Mooresville, Indiana – Leria Laveda Moore, 95, passed away peacefully after being comforted by family on July 31, 2024. Laveda was born to parents Milburn & Eunice (Manley) Lawrence in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on November 1, 1928.
Laveda worked for over a decade at CVS warehousing, bringing her strong work ethic and even temper with her until her eventual retirement. More...
James R. Cullen
Jul 30, 2024
James “Jim” Cullen, age 72, died peacefully after a long battle with Neuroendocrine Carcinoma Cancer on the 30th of July, 2024, in Fishers, Indiana. Jim was born in Newark, New Jersey on August 23, 1951 to the late Thomas and Nora Cullen. Jim graduated from Essex Catholic High School in 1969. Jim earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from St....
Deanna Kent (Gorecki)
Jul 29, 2024
Deanna Kent (Gorecki) was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 27, 1962. When she was in grade school, her father abandoned her albeit – during these turbulent times, her brother Joe Nardicchio welcomed the opportunity to look after and protect her and her Uncle Dominic became her dedicated father figure. While Deanna was in middle school, her mother married Art...
Leah Orr
Jul 29, 2024
Leah Orr, friend to all the world, long-time Indianapolis resident, renowned weaver, fabric and telephone wire sculptor, Art teacher, urban pioneer, and cat whisperer, passed away on Monday, July 29. She gave her life to helping others and asked for little in return.
Born in Hammond, Indiana, she was the last surviving child of Rose (Collette) and Raymond Orr and the...
Theresa R. Halle
Jul 29, 2024
Our beloved mother, Theresa (Terri) Rose Halle, 91, of Indianapolis left to be with our Lord surrounded by family on July 29, 2024. Born February 2, 1933, in Manchester, New Hampshire to the late Lorenzo and Lillian (Bourque) Gauthier.
An avid learner, Terri graduated Valedictorian from St. Marie High School in 1951. She received her Bachelor of Science degree, Medical Technology...
Gregory Alfonzo Livers
Jul 29, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend Mr. Gregory A Livers, a man of unwavering integrity and profound love. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on January 14, 1961, as the 5th child to Bellwood and Mary Livers. He deeply cherished his family and was a beacon of...
Skeen MacKie
Jul 29, 2024
On July 19th 1996 Skeen rushed into our world. It was a magical day as his twin, Oliver,was kind enough to join him. He was a happy and curious youngster. He craved knowledge and conversation. Playful, incredibly bright and energetic he was joyful for his early years. He attended Brebeuf Jesuit High School because, " it's not a Catholic school"....
Shirley Faye Johnson
Jul 29, 2024
Shirley Faye Johnson, 81, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully, July 29th, 2024. She was born August 19th, 1942, in St. Charles, Virginia to parents Delmar and Bertha (Cooper) Scott.
Shirley moved to Indianapolis as a young woman, where she started her career and her family.
She was a very hard worker, working at Western Electric and Diversified, before she retired.
Shirley married Charles...
Richard G. Heck
Jul 29, 2024
Richard Gregory Heck was born to Richard Tevis Heck and Ruth (Irwin) Heck in Madison, Indiana on August 2, 1949.
He lived the quintessential 50’s childhood in Madison and Hanover, Indiana. One of his first jobs was as a paperboy for the Indianapolis Star. In his younger years, he worked as a manual pinsetter at the Hanover College bowling alley. As...
Mark Jeffrey Celmins
Jul 28, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected death of Mark Jeffrey Celmins of McCordsville, Indiana who passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at the age of 62.
Mark is survived by his wife of 41 years Carol (Doyle) Celmins of McCordsville, Indiana. He is also survived by his two children: son Matthew (wife Rachel) of Indianapolis, Indiana, daughter Katie Celmins...
Larry E. Satterfield
Jul 28, 2024
Larry Edward Satterfield, a devoted father, passionate activist, and visionary entrepreneur, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on Nov. 24, 1942 in Richmond, Indiana, Larry was a beacon of love, hope, and inspiration to all who knew him.
Larry’s life was a testament to his unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and family. His drive...
Douglas Eugene Beach
Jul 28, 2024
Douglas Eugene Beach, 77, Fishers, passed away July 28, 2024. He was born in Dayton, KY to Chester Eugene Beach and Mary Louise (Groves) Beach. He grew up on 8th Street in Dayton, KY. He graduated from Dayton High School in 1965, then earned his B.S. degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Kentucky in 1970. His career would...
Frances Ann Rost
Jul 28, 2024
Frances Ann Rost, 95, passed away July 28, 2024, at Wellbrooke in Avon. She was born April 17, 1929, in Defiance, OH to August Alva & Gertrude Frances (Kehnast) Nickels.
Frances is survived by her sons Richard M. (Maggie) Rost, Thomas J. (Carol) Rost, and Mark (Jeanne) Rost; her sister Judy Tuohy; 7 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in...
Billy B. Garrigus, Sr.
Jul 28, 2024
Billy B. Garrigus, Sr.
83 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on July 28, 2024. Billy was born on August 15, 1940, in Princeton, Indiana to the late Charles and Gladys Garrigus. He was retired from Mayflower. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Sue Cronk, son David Leidenfrost, brothers, Leroy, Clyde, Don and Charles Garrigus, sister Bernadine Reynolds and his...
Sara Dolores Haber (née Malda)
Jul 27, 2024
Her energy and delightful sense of humor is what distinguished her from others. You could hear her hearty laugh from the other room or down the hallway, and it would make you smile. Sara Dolores Haber (née Malda) was born to a humble household in the Caribbean tropics of Cueto, Holguin, Cuba on May 20, 1933. It was a difficult...
Victoria L. Seal
Jul 27, 2024
Victoria “Vicki” Seal, 82, passed away July 27th, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis December 31st, 1941, to parents Joseph and Geraldine (Milender) Doll.
Vicki grew up on the east side of Indianapolis and graduated from Scecina Memorial High School in 1960.
Vicki worked as a computer operator for Community East Hospital for many years before retiring in 2006.
Vicki was a loving...
