Stephen Wayne Tipton, age 73, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was born in Indianapolis on September 5, 1951, to Fred Tipton and Bettie (McKamey) LeClaire.
Stephen graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Science and earned his Master of Public Administration from the School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana...
Sarah Watson, 78, of Indianapolis, passed away on July 8, 2025. Sarah was born in Lourdes, Newfoundland Canada, on June 7, 1947, to the late John and Magdeline Bullen. Sarah attended high school in Lourdes. Soon after she married a member of the US Air Force, and relocated to Beech Grove, Indiana in 1966. In December 1966, she gave birth...
Donald Clayton, 74, of Indianapolis, IN, went home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 7, 2025. He was born on June 23, 1951, in Indianapolis, to the late Robert J. Clayton and Vivian E. (Briner) Rutledge. He grew up in Eagledale and was a graduate of Northwest Highschool.
After completing his education, he worked in Pittsburg as a...
Andrew Willard Lawrence, born on October 1, 1982, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on July 7, 2025. A man of profound dedication and skill, Andrew will be remembered as a devoted father, son, brother, and veteran who touched the lives of many through his work, education, and commitment to service.
Andrew's professional journey was marked by his role as a Journeyman...
In Loving Memory of Joan “Jody” Newsom
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we remember Joan “Jody” Newsom, beloved mother, daughter, sister, friend, and faithful servant of God, who passed away July 7, 2025. She was 49 years young.
Jody was a woman of extraordinary strength, compassion, and unwavering faith. To her family and closest friends, she...
Melanie Adams, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on July 6th. She was a retired healthcare worker who loved working with individuals with special needs. She survived by her two daughters and four grandchildren.
Russell T. Cossell, 63, of Trafalgar, Indiana passed away July 6, 2025 at his home. He was born December 15, 1961 in Beech Grove, Indiana to Kenneth Norman and Alice Jean (Evans) Cossell.
Russell was a 1982, graduate of Greenwood High School. He played football and wrestled. He moved to Las Vegas for two years and then returned home. He worked...
Aimee Susan Hails Russell – 78 - Indianapolis, Indiana. In a backdrop of sparklers and a dazzling display of cascading firework lights, Aimee Susan Hails Russell, a most beautiful child of God, soared to the heavens early Saturday morning, July 5, 2025, surrounded in love from family. Aimee was born on July 7, 1946, in Berwyn, Illinois and grew up...
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ann Marie Sherlock (Christie), who peacefully departed on Saturday, July 5th, 2025, at her home in Indianapolis, IN, at the age of 71.
Born on September 29th, 1953, in Lafayette, IN, Ann Marie was the cherished daughter of Mary and Charles Christie. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and...
Dawn Rose Benslay, a beloved mother, passed away on July 3rd leaving a hole in so many hearts.
Dawn was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. She worked at Indy Fresh Market, and she loved it! Dawn was someone who was always ready to help those in need. Dawn was a generous soul and a deeply caring person. She created a...
Claire Ann Parker Brown Baker
Loving Mother, Enduring Faith
December 3, 1953 - July 3, 2025
Claire Ann Parker Brown Baker, beloved mother to Sarah (Illingworth), Emily (Nocton), and Audrey (Eberth), and preceded in death by her daughter Christen Manning Baker, died peacefully in her home, passing into life eternal on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Claire was 71.
Born into a family of love...
Robert (Bob) Eugene Sharp was born December 13, 1934. He was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis and Greenwood, Indiana and attended Southport High School. Bob was employed for 40 years at Bryant Heating and Cooling/United Technologies.
He loved classic cars, bowling, puzzles, coin collecting and playing Euchre. Most of all he loved his big beautiful family. Bob exemplified hard work, loyalty...
Donald Ray Hein, 85, of Fishers Indiana was called to the Lord Thursday, July 3, 2025.
Don Hein was born May 24, 1940 in Oelwein, Iowa to the late Rev. Herman and Marie (Reyelts) Hein. Don was a remarkable athlete at Waverly High School, playing for the conference champion Waverly football team, pitcher for the Waverly baseball team, and playing forward...
William Elton Dobbins Jr, 79, of Greenfield, IN., passed away on July 2nd, 2025. He was born to William E. Dobbins Sr and Edywiss ( Sartin) Dobbins on October 1st, 1945 in Athens, AL.
Bill grew up in Booneville, MS. He served in the United States Air Force from 1964 to 1968, when he was honorable discharged as a Sergeant. Later...
Claude Edward Underwood Jr., 67, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away July 2, 2025. He was born on June 21, 1958 to the late Claude Edward Underwood Sr. and Alberta Marie (Evans) Underwood in Indianapolis.
Claude is survived by his siblings, Amy Bailey (Butch), Debbie Heigl, Patsy Coglan (JR.), Tina Sanders (Bill), and James Underwood.
He is preceded in death by his parents,...
Nancy Carolyn Laatz (Swope), 94, of Carmel, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on July 2nd, 2025. She was born in Oscar, KY in 1931 to Eugene and Elfie Swope.
Nancy loved to sew and decorate, making a home wherever she went. For several years, she enjoyed performing with Prime Life Follies. She learned watercolor painting in her 70’s, specializing in...
Tim passed away June 30, 2025. He was born July 21, 1952 to James and Muriel Harmon, the third of five children, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in Indianapolis. He attended Broad Ripple High School and was a man of many talents – carpenter, widely acknowledged expert in architectural restoration, successful entrepreneur, visual artist, writer, and community activist. He...
With deep love and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Marilyn Hunt who left us on 06.30.2025. She was a beacon of light, laughter. and wisdom to all who knew her.
Marilyn lived her life with sharp wit, quick smile, and a heart that overflowed with kindness and love. She was the kind of women that would brighten a room...
Edward “Eddie” Lewis, age 52 of Indianapolis left this world on June 29th 2025. Eddie was born March 24th, 1973, at the Offutt Air Force base in Nebraska to Ed Lewis & Debbie Birtcil Young.
While our world feels quieter without him, we take comfort knowing that his life was anything but silent. Eddie was a true force – a vibrant,...
On the 28th day of June, Robert Laurence Green, 67, of Indianapolis, accomplished his ultimate goal- running into the arms of Jesus.
Born October 23, 1957, to the late James Lowell Green and Rosemary (Garrison) Green, Robert loved music, gardening, and playing cards. He especially loved cheering on his Yankees, Giants, and Boilermakers. Robert's greatest passion was sharing the love of...