OBITUARIES
Jane Elizabeth Zahn
Aug 27, 2024
Jane Elizabeth (Forestal) Zahn, 94, Indianapolis, died peacefully on August 27, 2024. She was born August 17, 1930 to Joseph and Anne Forstal in Indianapolis. She married the love of her life C. Mike on December 23, 1950 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Indianapolis. Mike and Jane were married for 59 years until the time of his death in...
Teresa "Teri" Marie Burke
Aug 27, 2024
Teresa “Teri” Marie (Ruemler) Burke entered the loving arms of Jesus peacefully in her home with her family by her side on August 27, 2024. To all who knew her, she will be remembered for her steadfast and unwavering faith, extreme love for her family and friends, contagious personality, and joy-filled smile and laughter. Teri never knew a stranger. Even...
Najala Sion Wallace
Aug 25, 2024
Najala Sion Wallace, also known as “NA-NA,” was born on November 15, 1989 to Michael & Meeulonda Wallace. Najala was the 3rd of 5 siblings. Najala attended Indianapolis Public School Theodore Potter #74 for Elementary School. She attended Julian D. Coleman #110 for Middle School. Followed by the Excel Center where she received her diploma. Najala confessed her life to...
Jason Ammerman
Aug 25, 2024
Jason L. Ammerman was a talented, sensitive soul born to Susie and Jerry Ammerman in Beech Grove, Indiana. His second love behind his son, Jude Ammerman, was poetry. Jason was involved with many Indianapolis Poetry organizations including: The Ethridge Knight Foundation, The Midwest Poetry Slam League, and The Reservoir Dogwoods. Jason is the author of three collections of poetry. His...
Thomas Mark Sexton
Aug 25, 2024
Thomas Mark “Mark” Sexton, 69, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Sunday August 25, 2024 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Mark was born on June 13, 1955 in Franklin, Indiana to Ed and Zelma Sexton and raised on the west side of Indianapolis. Growing up he was incredibly athletic and great at any sport he played, particularly golf. Despite being...
Rita A. Jones
Aug 24, 2024
Rita A. Jones (Olinger), a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and Registered Nurse (RN), passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on Saturday, August 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 22, 1937, in Evansville, Indiana, Rita was the eldest of seven children born to Emil and Alice (Laake) Olinger. She grew up in Ferdinand, Indiana, where she...
Chelsea Marie Stierwalt
Aug 24, 2024
Chelsea Marie Stierwalt, 33, of Salem, Indiana passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024.
Chelsea was born on July 29, 1991, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Daughter to Jay Nowacki and Michelle D. Scott.
She graduated from Bloomington High School South, where she was part of the dance team for most of her high school career. She moved to Salem, Indiana in 2022 where she...
Alexis Nicole Gossett
Aug 24, 2024
It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the death of our precious child, Alexis Nicole Gossett. Alexis passed away tragically on August 24, 2024, at the age of 22.
We are choosing not to focus on her death but instead to celebrate the way her life touched others. The way she always brightens the room with her smile and laughter,...
Donna Kay Eggers
Aug 23, 2024
Donna Kay (Cunningham) Eggers, 78, of Franklin, Indiana passed away August 23, 2024. She was born November 29, 1946, in Franklin, Indiana to the late Donald and the late Alvena (Detamore) Cunningham.
Donna attended Whiteland Community High School. Donna worked many years in the moving/storage business. She attended Eternal Life Baptist Church in Mooresville, IN and Berean Baptist Church in Greenwood,...
Rose Fay Cannon
Aug 23, 2024
Rose Fay (Smith) Cannon, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, in her hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 83. Born on October 29, 1940, to Earl and Bessy Smith, she graced this world with her loving presence and gentle spirit, forever leaving an indelible mark on those who were fortunate enough...
Joan Cupp
Aug 23, 2024
Joan Cupp, 92, of Shirley, IN, entered into the arms of Jesus on August 23, 2024, at Morristown Manor, Morristown, IN. Born March 12, 1932, in Shirley, IN, she was the daughter of Herbert and Ferol Fern (Ferrand) Collier, who preceded her in death. She had no siblings.
On June 2, 1950, she married Douglas Cupp, who preceded her in death....
Jerry R. Ewen
Aug 21, 2024
Jerry R. Ewen, 73, of Logansport, IN, passed away August 21, 2024. He was born on November 30, 1950 in Gary, IN to Glen and Marie Ewen.
Jerry was a kind, humble, gentle giant with a firm constitution. His calling in life was humility, compassion, and patience. Jerry was a selfless man, always thinking of others before himself. He was always...
Anna Znachko
Aug 21, 2024
Anna "Annabelle" Mary Znachko passed away peacefully in her home in Indianapolis, Indiana on August 21, 2024. Anna died of complications from Refractory Anorexia. She was not blessed with an easy road, but she lived with fierce love and abiding adoration, which she gave and received with freedom and abundance. Her heart stood wide open to everyone and everything in...
James Oliver
Aug 20, 2024
James Oliver, beloved father and friend, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024, at Franciscan Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on November 4, 1953, in Connersville, Indiana, James lived a life full of dedication, passion, and a bit of mischief.
James proudly served his country in the United States Navy, where he was a proud graduate of Radioman A School. He served...
Timothy Ring
Aug 20, 2024
Timothy Wayne Ring, known affectionately as "Taco," passed away on August 20, 2024, at the age of 64 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on August 1, 1960, in Council Bluff, Iowa, Timothy was a man renowned for his loving, compassionate, and humorous nature.
Throughout his career, Taco was a dedicated Hog Buyer at the Omaha Stockyard and later served as a Pest...
Michael "Mike" Wayne Smith
Aug 20, 2024
Michael "Mike" Wayne Smith, born on December 15, 1956, in Franklin, Indiana, to Jack and Marie Smith, left this world on August 20, 2024, in Greenwood, Indiana, after bravely battling pancreatic cancer for 13 months. He was a beloved figure whose life was characterized by his dedication to family, community, and his craft.
Mike embarked on his professional journey upon graduating...
Charles "Gene" E. George
Aug 20, 2024
Charles "Gene" E. George, 91, of Franklin, Indiana passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at his home.
He was born on May 25, 1933 in Cumberland, Kentucky to the late Charlie and Lillie (Blair) George. Gene was drafted at the age of 20 into the US Army during the Korean War. He was a tank commander/trainer during this time. He was...
Tamara Nicole Dearman
Aug 19, 2024
It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of our beloved Tamara Nicole Dearman, who departed this world on Monday, August 19th, 2024, at the age of 39. Born on a bright Saturday morning, August 17, 1985, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Tamara brought joy and light to everyone who knew her.
Tamara's early years were spent in...
Enrique Daniel Hinojosa
Aug 19, 2024
Enrique "Rikki" Daniel Hinojosa, born on December 22, 1984, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Ramiro Hinojoso and Jill Frances Cooper, passed away on August 19, 2024, in his beloved hometown. A dedicated Concrete Finisher for Kent's Concrete, Enrique was known for his strong work ethic and passion for construction. He attended Decatur Central High School and went on to build successful...
Enrique Daniel Hinojosa
Aug 19, 2024
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