Mar 24, 2024

Alfred T. Calla, of Indianapolis, died on March 24, 2024. He was born on October 30, 1940, in Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines, to the late Marcelo and Francisca Calla. He was the oldest of nine.

He attended Naga City High School and Far Eastern University Institute of Business and Finance with a degree in accounting. 

Fred and his wife Dely married...

Mar 24, 2024

With a heavy heart we regret to inform you that Kapil Dev Prabhakar born on November 6th, 1932 heavenly aboarded on March 24th, 2024 (3:19 am Est) after spending the day surrounded by family. He married late Shrimati Prakash Prabhakar on February 16th, 1957 and is survived by five daughters. He had a grand life and will always be remembered...

Mar 24, 2024

Jean K. Traverso, Indianapolis, was born on October 7, 1922, in St. Marys, Ohio, to William and Hazel Fisher, who are now deceased.

She graduated from Memorial High School in 1940. She then attended Lima, Ohio Business School and the Ohio State University. At Ohio State she met her future husband, John. They were married for 66 years until his death...

Mar 23, 2024

 James (Jim) Ray Hart, 89-1/2, born September 12, 1934, LaGrange, Indiana - deceased March 23, 2024, 9 AM ET, died at his home on the far East side of Indianapolis, Indiana.

Services: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 10 AM Family time; 11 AM -1 PM ET Public gathering; 1 PM ET Celebration of life service; and around 2 PM Private Burial. 

Jim's remains...

Mar 23, 2024

Shawn Mangin, 56, of Noblesville, passed away March 23, 2024.  He was born September 30, 1967, in Indianapolis, the son of Charles Frederick and Katherine Louise (Flora) Mangin.  He married Cristy Osborn on June 17, 2017.

Shawn graduated from Hamilton Southeastern High School and later received his bachelor’s degree from IUPUI.  He loved to travel, especially to the beach, writing music,...

Mar 23, 2024

Dr. Michael A. Kellams, 57, of Carmel passed away surrounded by his family on March 23, 2024.  He was born August 6, 1966, in Anderson, the son of Roger W. and Beverly (Snyder) Kellams.  He married Amy Willis on November 2, 1991.

Dr. Kellams is a proud alumnus of Indiana University where he earned his BS in Biological Studies; he then...

Mar 23, 2024

Beth Ann Comley, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away March 23rd, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis, December 20th, 1951, to the parents of Harold and Barbara Loveless. Beth graduated from Arlington High School and went on to the University of Evansville to obtain her Bachelor’s in Education. She then obtained her Master's degree at Butler University. She spent 37 years...

Mar 23, 2024

Donald “Joe” Kirkham 86, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at home March 23rd, 2024.  He was born February 21st, 1938 in Indianapolis to Harris Brown Kirkham and Bessie Mae Kirkham (Sherron).  He was the youngest of seven children.  

 Joe grew up on Indy’s East side near Irvington.   He graduated from Howe High School.   

He met Judy Hummel when he...

Mar 23, 2024

Charles Russell Bruce, 80, of Indianapolis, passed away March 23, 2024. He was born July 6, 1943, in Richmond, Indiana to parents George and Gertrude (Hendricks) Bruce.  

 Charles grew up in Richmond, Indiana and graduated from Richmond Senior High School in 1962. 

 After high school, he and his wife Kathryn married on August 21, 1965, and moved to Indianapolis, Indiana, where...

Mar 23, 2024

Daniel “Dan” Kyle Dilley of Carmel, IN, passed away on March 23, 2024, at the age of 51. He was born in Muncie, IN, on February 7, 1973, to parents, David A. and Jane (Soules) Dilley. 

He graduated high school from Baptist High, college from Liberty University and law school from Indiana University. Dan was an attorney locally for 23 years....

Mar 22, 2024

Stephen Michael Cork was born on November 3, 1963, to George and Patricia Cork.

Stephen attended Marion County elementary schools and both Northwest and Crispus Attucks High schools. He received his diploma in the summer of 1980, then enlisted in the Army.

In returning to Indianapolis, he found employment with various employment agencies, but not really finding anything permanent. 

Stephen met and married...

Mar 22, 2024

It is with great sadness that the Small family announce the passing of Vaughn Small of Indianapolis, Indiana.  He passed away on March 22, 2024.  He was a loving brother, father, and grandfather.  He is survived by his son Sean (Lindsey) Small, his grandson, Kyler, his granddaughters, Addalynn, Kaydence, Kaylynn, his 3 brothers, and his 3 sisters. Vaughn was preceded...

Mar 22, 2024

Sarah Kim Battista, age 37 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024.

 

Sarah was born on December 16, 1986, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the only child and daughter of Patrick F. Battista and Mary Kim Richardson.

 

Sarah is survived by her father Patrick F. Battista and her mother Mary Kim Richardson, both of Indianapolis, Indiana.   Sarah is also survived...

Mar 22, 2024

Gilbert Harley Forsyth, 70, passed away on March 22, 2024, in Whitestown. Born on July 10, 1953, in Indianapolis, Gilbert led a life filled with passion and determination.Described as stubborn yet brave in fighting for his beliefs, Gilbert was known to be an exceptional father, brother, and friend. His unwavering spirit and kind heart touched the lives of many around...

Mar 22, 2024

In Loving Memory of

Elizabeth Marie Martin Born March 24th 1955. She was born in Peru Indiana to Norman Eugene and Katheryn Alden Crow. Elizabeth grew up on the East Side of Indianapolis attending public school and John Marshall High School. In 1980 while attending a company Christmas party she met her husband Walter Martin, after dating for 2 years they...

Mar 22, 2024

Robert A. Frederick, age 85 of Greenfield, Indiana passed away on Friday morning, March 22, 2024.

Bob was born on January 19, 1939 in Tiffin, Ohio, a son of Charles Leslie and Anna Marie (Reinhart) Frederick. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Bob married Rose Colgate on February 23, 1957 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Tiffin, Ohio.  He is...

Mar 21, 2024

In Loving Memory: Philip Murray Steele

Carmel, Indiana – Philip Murray Steele, 79, passed away on March 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Philip was born in Indianapolis, IN, to Murray Leighman and Evelyn Grace (Dronberger) Steele on February 20, 1945.

Philip was a beacon of leadership and talent from a young age. He graduated from Manual High School in 1963, where he...

Mar 21, 2024

Mar 21, 2024

Rex A. Dixon, 84, passed away on March 21, 2024.   He was born on December 15, 1939.   Rex was predeceased by his wife, Deanna Dixon who passed on November 23, 2023.  He is survived by his stepchildren Brian Baker and Debbie Wilson (Skip), 4 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren.  Rex was a retired pilot/air traffic controller which he enjoyed...

Mar 21, 2024

Margaret “Peggy” Ann Blanchard, age 83 of Fishers, Indiana passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday night, March 21, 2024 with her loving husband Thomas Blanchard at her side.

 

Peggy was born on January 6, 1941 in East Peoria, Illinois, a daughter of Lester Gordon and Dorothy (Hennegis) Millard.

 

She married Thomas Blanchard on October 5, 1974 in Indianapolis, Indiana.  She...