OBITUARIES
Michael Jean Hurt
Oct 3, 2026
Michael Jean Hurt was a truly one-of-a-kind person whose upbeat spirit, kindness, and goofy sense of humor touched everyone fortunate enough to know him. A natural people person, Michael had a way of making friends everywhere he went. He never met a stranger and had a gift for making people feel welcome, loved, and at home.
Michael loved to dance, even...
Jerrold "Jerry" Lewis Lyman
Oct 3, 2026
Jerrold “Jerry” Lyman, of Indianapolis, passed away on October 3, 2026, at the age of 61. He was born on July 2, 1965, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Joseph and Mary Louise Slagle Lyman.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary Louise Slagle Lyman, and his brother, James “Jimmy” Lyman.
He is survived by his beloved wife,...
Russell Shipley
Oct 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Russell Shipley, who passed away on October 2, 2026, at the age of 75. Russell was born on February 2, 1951, in Scottsville, Kentucky, to Louise Lawson and Kenneth Shipley.
Russell worked as a truck driver for many years. He was dependable and hardworking and a man...
Lois Corrine Beatty
Oct 2, 2026
Lois Corrine Beatty, 94, passed away on October 2, 2026. She was born on January 3, 1932, in Washington, Indiana.
Lois was a graduate of Arsenal Tech High School and devoted her life to her family as a homemaker. She was beautiful, kind, and loving, and her family meant everything to her. One of the great joys and proudest moments of...
David Roy Blacklidge
Oct 2, 2026
David Roy Blacklidge of Indianapolis, Indiana passed October 2, 2026. He was 90 years old. David was born in Indianapolis, IN on September 13, 1936, to Mark M. and Mabel (McCormack) Blacklidge. David spent his early years in Spencer, Indiana on the family farm. He graduated from Owen Valley High School and later moved to Indianapolis to pursue a career...
Cory Moncell Monger
Oct 1, 2026
Cory Moncell Monger, 57, was born to James Elmer Monger, Sr. and Saundra Rae (Burrell) Monger on August 7, 1969, in Indianapolis, IN. He transitioned to his eternal home on October 1, 2026. After receiving his high school diploma, graduating from Broad Ripple High School in 1987, he went on to serve his country in the United States Marine Corps.
Cory...
Joseph Spencer Wright Jr.
Oct 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts to announce that Joseph Spencer Wright Jr., age 78, of Indianapolis, has passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026. Born in Lewes, Delaware on March 7, 1948 to Joseph Spencer Wright Sr. and Sarah Jane L Robertson,
He is survived by his wife, Marieann Helen Wright; children,Theresa Milligan, Terra (Rodney) Anthony, Joseph Wright III, and Heather...
Ruth Ann Merrifield
Sep 29, 2026
Ruth Ann Merrifield, born December 12, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on September 29, 2026, at the age of 84.Ruth Ann was the beloved daughter of Howard and Ruth Merrifield and one of 16 children. As a sister to 15 brothers and sisters, she was part of a large and loving family that grew to span many generations.She was...
Fred Allen Hollyfield
Sep 29, 2026
Fred Allen Hollyfield, 74, passed away peacefully at Elwood Health and Living on September 29, 2026. He was born on July 31, 1952, in Abingdon, VA, to the late Edgar Ashby Hollyfield, Sr. and Ruth (Gilliam) Hollyfield. He continued his education while proudly serving in the United States Army, where he became an x-ray technician. After being honorably discharged in...
Richard Westgate
Sep 28, 2026
Richard “Rick” Westgate, born October 3, 1958, in Crown Point, Indiana, passed away on September 28th, 2026. He was a longtime resident of Indiana and lived a life marked by steady dedication, hard work, and the quiet pride that came from doing his job well. Rick will be remembered with affection by those who knew him and valued the years...
Gary Pope
Sep 28, 2026
Gary Pope, 75, of Indianapolis, peacefully passed away at his home on September 28, 2026.
Gary was born February 11, 1951 to the late Warren and Betty Pope.
Gary proudly served in the United States Navy from 1970 to 1974, including three tours in Vietnam. He spent several years in the machine industry and ended his working career as a self-employed handyman.
Gary...
David Wayne Myers
Sep 27, 2026
David W. Myers, who most recently resided in Indianapolis, but was formerly a resident of Dupont, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, September 27th 2026. He was 66 years old.
David was born in Bedford, Indiana; his family resided on their 250-acre farm near Huron, Orange County, Indiana. He was the eldest child of Hubert Leon and Imogene Lucille (Burris) Myers.
As a...
Pastor Jim Barr
Sep 27, 2026
Pastor James Edgar Barr passed away at his home in Martinsville, Indiana, on September 27, 2026. He was born on April 11, 1946, in Benton, Illinois, and lived a life marked by faith, service, and deep devotion to the people he loved.
Jim dedicated more than 50 years to ministry, answering a calling that shaped the course of his life and...
Janet Patterson
Sep 26, 2026
Mary Janet (Haigerty) Patterson, born October 1, 1935, in Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of her grateful family and sustained by a lifetime of faith in Christ.
A lifelong member of the Catholic Church, Janet lived a life defined by love, faith, and devotion to her husband, children, family, and friends. She grew up...
Barbara Ann Linthicum
Sep 26, 2026
Barbara Ann Taylor-Linthicum, 91, of Avon, passed away on September 26, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1935 in Washington, Indiana to Walter and Francis Dennis.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026 at Indiana Funeral Care West, 5791 Rockville Road, Indianapolis. Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until service time. Barbara will...
Kristina Kay Cadden
Sep 25, 2026
Kristina “Kris” Kay Cadden, a loving mother, grandmother and longtime resident of Carmel, Indiana, passed away Friday, September 25, 2026. Born Sept. 5, 1951, in Dayton, Ohio to Frances Valerie (Vokes) and Sylvester Bell Kerlin. She graduated from Brookville High School in 1970 and The Ohio State University. After completing nursing school, Kris had a long career providing health care...
Susan Elizabeth Lewis Ross
Sep 25, 2026
Susan Elizabeth Lewis Ross, 63, passed away on September 25, 2026, at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born on February 4, 1963, in Akron, Ohio, to Raymond Jasper Lewis and Barbara Ann (Lang) Lewis. Susan grew up in Richmond and Versailles, Kentucky, and later made her home in Crawfordsville and Indianapolis, Indiana.
Independent, honest, and creative, Susan...
Judy Fay Swartz
Sep 25, 2026
Judy Fay Swartz, 78, of Avon, Indiana, passed away on September 25, 2026. She was born on March 21, 1948, in Simpson County, Kentucky, to Hubert L. Dunn Sr. and Nettie M. (Gray) Dunn.
Judy will be remembered as a kind, loving, and caring woman whose life was centered on devotion to those she loved. She attended Arsenal Tech High School...
Shirley Ann Bullock
Sep 24, 2026
Shirley Ann Bullock, affectionately known as Shirlann, was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, family member, and friend. Shirley was born and raised in Gary, Indiana, and later resided in Indianapolis, Indiana. She peacefully departed this life on September 24, 2026.
Shirley was born on August 30, 1953, in Gary, Indiana, to Johnnie and Irene Bullock. She was raised in Gary...
Jeffrey Darren Muse
Sep 23, 2026
Jeff Darren Muse
Age: 57
Fishers, Indiana
Died: 9/23/2026
Jeff passed away at home in Fishers, Indiana. He was diagnosed with Glioblastoma (brain cancer) in July 2023, and it was that cancer which stole Jeff from those who loved him.
Jeff was a native Hoosier, hiker, writer, and cancer fighter; a park ranger, historical interpreter and committed environmentalist; a husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend.
Jeff...
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