OBITUARIES
Elaine Artman Weiss
Aug 11, 2026
Elaine Artman Weiss (August 4, 1941 – August 11, 2026) passed away peacefully at 85 in Greenwood, Indiana, leaving behind a vibrant legacy woven from music, art, family, and an unwavering curiosity about the world.
A Life in Motion and Music
• Early Roots & Travels: Born in Sharon, Pennsylvania, Elaine’s early life was a journey across the map, growing up in Brooklyn,...
Becky Elaine Watters
Aug 11, 2026
Rebecca “Becky” Elaine Burns Watters, age 55, passed away at her home. Her passing leaves an untold emptiness in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Becky was the daughter of James and Nancy Burns, both who predeceased her.
She was a graduate of Perry Meridian High School, class of 1988, where she was a member of the gymnastics team.
Becky...
Joseph Samuel Zahnd
Aug 11, 2026
Joseph Samuel Zahnd, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and truly unforgettable man, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026, at the age of 59.There are some people who walk through this life and leave footprints behind. Then there are people like Joe. People who leave pieces of themselves in everyone they meet. His absence has created a hole...
Constance Jones
Aug 10, 2026
Constance Annette “Connie” Jones, lovingly known to so many simply as “Mimi,” passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, at the age of 80.
Connie was born September 26, 1945, to Charles W. “Pap” Burcham and Marchetta “Nan” Burcham. She grew up alongside her brother, Charles W. “Willie” Burcham Jr., and sister, Barbara J. Burcham. Her childhood took her from Edinburgh,...
Ryan James White
Aug 9, 2026
Ryan White, a loving husband, father, son, and friend, passed away suddenly on August 9, 2026. Born on September 16, 1987, in New Castle, Indiana, Ryan’s life was a testament to the power of dedication, love, and resilience. Ryan was the beloved son of Tammy Jones and the late Jim White. He is survived by his wife, Jenna White and children,...
Randy Joe Byrd
Aug 8, 2026
Randy Joe Byrd of Alexandria Indiana, a beloved son, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in Anderson, Indiana.
Randy was born on February 6, 1955, in Anderson, Indiana, to Thomas G. Byrd and Betty Alice Byrd. Throughout his working years, Randy was a dedicated machinist at Bright Steel Co. in Florida.
Randy is survived by his...
Evelyn Ruth Fischer Carpenter
Aug 8, 2026
Evelyn Ruth Fischer Carpenter, 97, formerly of Brownsburg, Indiana died Saturday, August 8, 2026.
A native of Cory, Indiana, Evelyn was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on October 26, 1928, to Clifford and Violet (Hawk) Fischer.
On June 6, 1951 she married Robert E. Carpenter who preceded her in death in 1990.
Surviving are her daughter, Cathy Tacoma and husband, Kenneth; grandchildren: John...
Patty Ann Setty-Bolen
Aug 8, 2026
Patty Ann Setty-Bolen, born September 3, 1945, in Terre Haute, Indiana, was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy in life was the love she shared with her family.
Patty was born to Donald A. Setty and Wilma Lou Setty. She was preceded in death by her brother, Donald R. Setty, and her sister, Virginia “Sis” Christian....
Frank Lee Luster
Aug 8, 2026
Frank Lee Luster, 79, of Acton Indiana, passed away on August 8th 2026, peacefully in his home after a brief battle with cancer. Born on May 8th, 1947, in McKinney Kentucky, Frank was the son of Coleman D Luster and Mary Florin (Smith) Luster. Frank graduated from McKinney High School in 1965. Frank married his Wife Linda (Boyer) Luster on...
Harry Raymond Kinder Jr
Aug 8, 2026
Harry “Bud” Raymond Kinder Jr., 74, passed away peacefully at home on August 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of his beloved wife, daughter, and grandson. His passing leaves behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, wisdom, and love that will remain in the hearts of all who knew him.
Bud was born on May 24, 1952, and lived a life defined...
Roderick "Rod" Macy
Aug 7, 2026
Roderick J Macy (Rod), age 92 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed peacefully in his sleep the morning of Friday August 7, 2026. He was known for his humor and always had a joke to cheer you or an ear to listen to many friends and family. He had many jobs over his lifetime and was always involved and driving to different...
Johnnie Thacker
Aug 7, 2026
Johnnie Thacker, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on June 21, 1937, in Burksville, Kentucky, to George Willie Thacker and Malicia Thacker. Johnnie's life was one marked by deep devotion to his family, a strong work ethic, and a love for the simple joys of...
Kenny Allen Mikesell Sr.
Aug 7, 2026
Kenny Allen Mikesell Sr.
Kenny Allen Mikesell Sr., 71, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on August 7, 2026. He was born on March 10, 1955, in Indianapolis to Kenneth Mikesell and Barbara Earl.
Kenny was a proud Veteran of the United States Army, where he served with the 101st Airborne Division.
Above all, Kenny loved his family. He enjoyed being surrounded by the...
Ryan Wayne Light
Aug 6, 2026
Ryan Wayne Light, 39, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday morning, August 6, 2026. Born October 7,1986, Ryan lived a life that was marked by challenges, but also by moments of joy, adventure, humor, and connections with the people and things he loved.
Ryan is survived by his mother, Rhonda S. Leitherer; stepfather, Earl A. Leitherer; grandmothers,...
David Duane Smith
Aug 6, 2026
David Duane Smith, 67, passed away on August 6, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, IN, after an unwavering battle with cancer. He was born on October 28, 1958, in Indianapolis to Claude Warrick Smith and Melvina (Dorton) Smith. After completing his education, he worked for much of his life in carpentry, which was his art.
Dave was a father,...
Agnes T. Lattak
Aug 6, 2026
Agnes T. Lattak entered into the loving arms of Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior, on Thursday August 6, 2026.
She was born in Hammond, Indiana on January 30, 1936 to Joseph and Mary (Patka) Lattak. She attended grade school at St. John the Baptist Catholic School, George Rogers Clark High School, and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana...
Glen Allen Archer
Aug 6, 2026
Glen Allen Archer (Arch), 78 of Anderson, IN. passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2026. Arch was born on September 7, 1947, in Indianapolis, IN. to Glendon Russell and Rachel C. Archer.
Glen graduated from Ben Davis Highschool in 1965 and joined the Navy directly after high school. Serving his country for 4 years. He was also a lifetime member of...
Dale Joseph Zapp
Aug 6, 2026
Dale Joseph Zapp, 100, of Greenwood, Indiana (formerly of Beech Grove, Indiana) passed away on August 6, 2026. He was born September 12, 1925 in Indianapolis to the late Walter and Marie (Gish) Zapp. He served in the Pacific during WWII as a Navy Air Crewman and received the Distinguished Flying Cross. He attended both Cathedral and Shortridge High Schools,...
Pamela Jo Brady
Aug 6, 2026
Pamela Jo Brady, aged 71, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026, after bravely battling lung cancer. Pam was born on May 16, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana and resided in Edinburgh, Indiana with her sister, Connie, and niece, Misty.
Pam graduated from Decatur Central High School in 1974.
Pam is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Brady; father, John Murphy; mother,...
Vance Carman Hiatt, Jr.
Aug 5, 2026
Vance “Sonny” Carman Hiatt, Jr., 91, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026, at Yorktown Manor in Yorktown, IN. He was born on May 2, 1935, to the late Vance Carman Hiatt, Sr. and Sidney Irene (Crawley) Hiatt in Muncie, IN. After completing his education, receiving a bachelor's degree, Vance went to proudly serve his country in the United State...
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