OBITUARIES
Mark Gavin Decker
Dec 23, 2023
Mark Gavin Decker, 51, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away Saturday, December 23, 2023.
Mark was born on November 18, 1972 to Elizabeth (McKenna) Garrison in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Mark is survived by his children, Hayley Bean, Jacob Decker, Michaela Sullivan, Kaitlyn Decker, Gage Jordan, Marcus Decker; mother, Elizabeth Garrison; sister, Bridget McDaniel; grandchildren, Jaxson Sullivan, Myles Decker, Kali Julbert and Lukas...
Nell Peterson
Dec 22, 2023
LaNell Mockabee Peterson was born March 15,1945, in Hickory Point, Tennessee to the late John Duncan and Lois Elizabeth Mockabee McGowan.
She departed this life peacefully on December 22, 2023.
LaNell enjoyed taking care of kids and being there for others. She had a big heart and it showed with all that she encountered. LaNell also loved to throw parties and loved music. Gospel, old...
Martha "Jeannie" McClure
Dec 22, 2023
Martha Jeanette “Jeannie” McClure, 83, went to be with the Lord on December 22, 2023. She was born in Bloomington, Indiana on January 26, 1940, to her parents Hoyt and Norma Canary. Jeannie is survived by her loving husband Richard A. “Dick” McClure; her children: Peggy Allen (née Trent) and David Trent; two stepsons: Kevan and Kerry McClure; and...
Karen Ruth Thompson Smith
Dec 21, 2023
Karen Ruth Thompson Smith (Rufus) was born July 14, 1957, to Charles Thompson and Sylvia Hardrick Thompson Hatcher who proceeded her in death when she departed this life on December 21st, 2023 at the age of 66. She graduated from Shortridge High School in 1975. She later went on to attend Ivy Tech Community College in 1996 studying to become...
Florence Marie Roberts
Dec 21, 2023
Florence M. Roberts passed away on December 21st, 2023 in the loving care of Westminster Presbyterian North surrounded by her family. Florence was born in Indianapolis on November 16th, 1924 to Charles W. and Flora Lichtenberg Stolte. She was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis and graduated from Howe High School. Florence enjoyed her many years at J.R. MacMeyer and...
Rebecca K Null
Dec 21, 2023
We are saddened to announce the passing of Rebecca "Becky" K. (Emrick) Null, 78 of Knightstown, IN; Born February 24, 1945.
Becky was a lifelong resident of Wabash, IN; She graduated from Southwood High School and married her love "Donnie" Donald E. Null on February 28, 1964; who passed away this past February 18th, 2023.
She was...
Raymond John Marquette Jr.
Dec 21, 2023
Raymond John Marquette Jr., 89, entered God’s kingdom on December 21, 2023. He was born in Scranton, PA on October 8, 1934, to Dorthy and Raymond John Marquette. Ray is survived by his wife, Therese Chatelaine; his son, Raymond John Marquette III; two daughters: Renée Ruth Marquette and Laurie Christena Tabacheck; Laurie’s husband Dennis Tabacheck; three grandchildren: Alex, Lachlan,...
Robert Kraft
Dec 21, 2023
Robert L. Kraft, a beloved member of Greenwood, passed away on December 21, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 11, 1940, in Beech Grove, Indiana, to George Kraft II and Bonnie Kraft.Robert dedicated his life to a successful career with Ford Motor Company, where he worked tirelessly for an impressive 44 years before retiring. His...
Alvin Jenkins Hairston
Dec 20, 2023
Alvin Jenkins Hairston, 78, of Indianapolis departed this life on December 20, 2023. He was born on June 12, 1945, in Martinsville, VA. He graduated from Central High School in Fort Wayne, IN, and he obtained a degree from Indiana University in Fort Wayne. He retired from Navistar (International Harvester) after 37 years of service. Alvin (Al) truly enjoyed spending...
Edna Miller
Dec 20, 2023
Edna Jane Miller, a beloved sister, aunt, and cherished member of the community, passed away on December 20, 2023, at the age of 80. Her warm spirit and joyful presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Edna was born on September 12, 1943, in Beech Grove, Indiana, to the late parents Edward and Betty Hines....
William Best
Dec 19, 2023
William Parker Best, Sr. of Indianapolis passed away on December 19, 2023. He was 95. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara (Link); parents, Claus H. and Vera Best; sister, Elizabeth Coffin; daughter, Margaret "Peggy" Best; and son, William P. Best, Jr. He is survived by daughters, Amy Wilmouth and Deborah Robertson; step-children, Greg Morgan, Jeff Morgan,...
Fredrick Crawford
Dec 18, 2023
Fredrick Crawford Sr. passed away on December 18th,2023 in Indianapolis,IN after a long health battle and was called home. Fredrick was born in Memphis, Tennessee on September 3,1962 to Sammie Lou (Watson) and Henry Crawford. Fredrick loved cooking and enjoyed working at the World's famous Tony's restaurant his younger years. He was known for his award winning omelettes and burgers!...
Ricki Brooke Freiman
Dec 17, 2023
Ricki Brooke Freiman, 81, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on December 17, 2023 in Indianapolis. She had recently moved there to be close to her daughter while she faced health complications that had arisen several months after knee surgery.
Ricki is survived by her daughter, Christine Freiman (and partner Julie Senesac); brother, John Freiman (and wife Terri); sister Pat Ovark...
James Bivens
Dec 17, 2023
James A. Bivens, Sr. of Indianapolis, IN passed away on December 17, 2023. He was born March 17, 1949 in Louden, TN to the late Clifford and Effie Bivens.
James "Jim" retired from Ivy Tech after more than 30 years of employment.
Jim enjoyed his guns, going fishing, working on automotive vehicles, and fixing any equipment that needed repaired. He...
Jane L. Allen
Dec 17, 2023
Jane Allen 92, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on December 17, 2023 following a brief illness.
Jane was born in Ephrata, PA on January 12, 1931 to Lloyd and Lillian Peiffer. She graduated from Ephrata High School before attending Nursing School.
She met and married Jim Allen in 1950 (who predeceased her). Eventually they moved to Indianapolis where they raised...
Janice Doan
Dec 16, 2023
Janice Gail Doan, Age 70 of Indianapolis IN entered into rest on December 16th, 2023. Janice was born in Franklin, Indiana and later became a resident of Indianapolis where she spent the majority of her life. Janice was a retired accountant for HP Products and served in the U.S Army as a linemen installing telephone lines.
Janice was first and...
Bill Morris
Dec 16, 2023
William "Bill" J Morris, 91, of Indianapolis, IN passed away at his home December 16, 2023. Bill was born July 22, 1932 in Vevay, IN to the late Leo & Eva Morris.
He is survived by his daughters, Susan (Ron) Rice, Ann Morris, and Jane (Greg) Chitwood; grandchildren, Heather (Evan) Lynette, Andrew (Anne) Rice, Courtney Chitwood, and Trevor Chitwood; and...
Tina Marie McGauhey
Dec 16, 2023
Tina Marie McGauhey 55, of Ingalls, IN. passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023. Tina was born to Terry Cook and Sherry Ann Riggs on May 3, 1968, in Greenfield, IN.
Tina’s hobbies included riding on the back of Harleys, spending time with family, especially spending time with her granddaughter. She attended First United Methodist Church in Ingalls, IN....
Edward Allen Harrison
Dec 16, 2023
Edward A. Harrison of Lapel went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Dec. 16, 2023. He was born in Noblesville on June 26, 1928, to James L. Harrison Sr and Donna M. (Ridgeway) Harrison. Edward served in the U.S. Marine Corp from Oct. 9, 1950, until he was honorably discharged at Camp Lejeune, NC as a...
Timothy Phillip Judkins
Dec 16, 2023
Timothy Phillip Judkins, 58, of Greenwood, Indiana passed away Saturday, December 15, 2023.
He was born on January 9, 1965 in Franklin, Indiana to William L. and Carol A. (Shobe) Judkins.
Tim enjoyed going to concerts with his son Tim, watching Colts games ,and going to Pacer games with his brothers. He loved Ford Mustang's and owned many over the years.
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