Michael Thomas Seifert
Aug 25, 2021
Michael Thomas Seifert, 82, of New Palestine, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2021 surrounded by his children. He was born October 7, 1938 to the late Leo and Clara Seifert. Mike graduated New Palestine High School in 1956. He followed his father and elder brothers' footsteps, becoming a union pipefitter with local #440 in 1965. He retired from Ford...
Ruby Gene Black
Aug 25, 2021
Ruby Gene Black, 74, of Indianapolis, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. Ruby was born on March 1, 1947, in Sebastopol, Mississippi to the late Charlie and Essie Williams. Ruby later moved to Indianapolis, Indiana with her family. She attended the Indianapolis Public School #42 and Shortridge High School. Always a hard worker, Ruby worked throughout her life. She...
Myrna C. Sneddon
Aug 25, 2021
Myrna C. Sneddon, age 83 went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. Myrna was born on November 28, 1937, the daughter of the late Dorothy Bigelow and Charles Wollenweber. Myrna worked at Book Walter’s, Rand McNally’s, Carpenter Realty before retiring from BMG. Myrna was a 10-year Breast Cancer Survivor! Although she enjoyed gardening, sewing,...
Donald Lee Johnson
Aug 24, 2021
Donald Lee Johnson, 75, of Franklin passed away peacefully on August 24, 2021, surrounded by family. Donald was born on June 3, 1946, in Portsmouth, Virginia to the late James and Helen Johnson. Don was a proud Army veteran that served during Vietnam in the 173rd Airborne unit. Don was a great storyteller that always had a smile on his...
William "Bob" Robert Speedy
Aug 24, 2021
William Robert (Bob) Speedy passed away at home in Bainbridge, IN surrounded by family on August 24, 2021 at the age of 89. He was born to William Carl Speedy and Mary (Edwards) Speedy on April 7, 1932. Both preceded him in death. He was also preceded by siblings-Carolyn Cummings; Ronald Speedy; grandson-JT Speedy; great grandson-Kace Schroer. He is survived...
Sharon Reese
Aug 24, 2021
Sharon S. Reese, of Indianapolis, passed away at home peacefully on August 24, 2021, following a brief illness. Sharon was from Tipp City, Ohio but relocated to Indianapolis many years ago. She lived a wonderful life and was a kind, caring soul. She will be missed by all who knew her. Sharon leaves behind a daughter, Kelly Pearson; a son,...
Kathleen Riddle
Aug 24, 2021
Kathleen Joan Marshall Guenzel Riddle, best known as Kathy, 72, formerly of Terre Haute, IN, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by loving family and friends, on Tuesday, August 24th, 2021. Kathy was born in Terre Haute, IN to her natural birth parents, William Marshall and Mabel Presl Marshall. When Kathy's natural mother passed at her age of (2)...
Wilbur Eugene Green
Aug 23, 2021
Wilbur Eugene Green Jr. “Boom Boom” “Big Wil” was born April 20, 1964 in East Chicago, Indiana to Shuaib Neel and Sherry Rochelle Green. He was one of eight children. Wilbur resided in East Chicago Indiana, Gary Indiana, East St. Louis Illinois and Indianapolis, Indiana. Indianapolis, Indiana is where he met and married LeChelle Jameson and they both raised their...
James "Jimmy" Arthur Vespa
Aug 23, 2021
With deepest sorrow we announce that James Arthur Vespa (Jimmy), age 39, our most beloved son, brother, family member and friend passed suddenly on Monday August 23, 2021. Those who knew Jimmy, even just a little, lost a shining light in their lives. Jimmy will be missed every day by his Mother, Vicki Vespa, sisters Christy, Cheryl, Frankie (husband Bennett),...
Timothy Parker
Aug 23, 2021
Timothy P. Parker 67, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on August 23, 2021. Tim was born on September 16, 1953 to Robert and Mildred Parker. He attended Howe High School until his Junior year, then at 17 years old he received permission to join The United States Army. Tim was a part of the CO A 5th Trans Co 101...
Judith Ann (Kirkwood) McElfresh
Aug 23, 2021
Judith Ann (Kirkwood) McElfresh, 64, passed away Monday, August 23, 2021. Born in 1957 in Muncie, Indiana, Judy graduated Delta High School (1975) and Ball State University (1980). Judy had an extensive career in retail and worked as a buyer for LS Ayers. Judy was a passionate supporter of the arts. She was the Executive Director of the Muncie Symphony...
Terri Lynne Knight
Aug 23, 2021
Terri Lynne Knight, age 57, passed away peacefully August 23, 2021, surrounded by friends and family. She was born February 28, 1964 in Peoria, Illinois to John Frederick Karpowicz and Nancy (Bowman) Brown. She will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her dear friend and companion, Dale Jennings; daughters: Chrystal (Phil) Smith and Amber (Travis) Sullivan and grandchildren: Devon,...
Peggy L. Chastain
Aug 23, 2021
Peggy L Chastain, 63, of Greencastle, IN; a hard working, "no nonsense", firecracker, loving mother of three (plus all of their friends) has taken her reservation with the Lord. Her life revolved around being a G-ma to her three grandbabies and one grandpuppy. She fulfilled her time working to help others, including Family Support Services and Putnamville Prison. We will...
Emogene "Jean" Alfs
Aug 22, 2021
Emogene "Jean" Alfs, 95 of Avon, Indiana passed away on August 22, 2021. Emogene was born on May 20,1926 in Columbus, IN to the Oris Stam and Inez M. Stam. She married Robert "Bob" C Alfs who passed away on January 6, 2008. Together, they shared years of memories. Emogene was a 1944 graduate of Columbus High School. She graduated...
Francis Xavier Kenny
Aug 22, 2021
Francis Xavier Kenny, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather & great grandfather. Born November 5, 1936 in Jersey City, New Jersey to Evelyn M (Dunn) & Joseph A Kenny and grew up in Union, NJ. He graduated valedictorian & was a varsity athlete from Oratory...
Emmanuel "Manny" Leones Tolentino
Aug 22, 2021
Emmanuel Leones Tolentino (Manny), 71, passed away on August 22, 2021. The eldest son of Arturo Tolentino and Emilia Leones Tolentino, he was born in Manila, Philippines on August 26, 1949 and was raised in Bangui, Philippines. He attended Catholic seminary in the Philippines before obtaining his college degree in philosophy. He immigrated to Indianapolis, Indiana in 1976 where he...
Steve Brody
Aug 22, 2021
Steve Brody passed away on August 22, 2021 at age 68 in Fishers, Indiana. Steve was born January 11, 1953 in Los Angeles, California. He is survived by his life partner Brenda Carpenter. A memorial service was held in his honor with family and friends to celebrate his life. Steve started his career as a race car mechanic where he...
Frances H Jones
Aug 21, 2021
Frances H. (Griffith) Jones, age 88, of Greenfield, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born in Columbus, Indiana on July 30, 1933 to the late Chesteen and Frankie (Crider) Griffith. She graduated from Charlottesville High School in 1953. Frances spent the majority of her career at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in...
Mona Lee Rash
Aug 19, 2021
Mona L. (Beckner) Rash of Franklin, Indiana passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021 at Otterbein Senior Life. She was born on Friday, February 16, 1940 in Bert, Ky to Walton E. Beckner and Lella M. (Williams) Beckner. She was preceded in death by her parents Walton and Lella Beckner and her sister Carolyn S. (Beckner) Hamblin. She is survived by...
Daniel Donovan Degnan II
Aug 19, 2021
Daniel Donovan Degnan II passed away peacefully on August 19th, 2021 surrounded by his family. Dan was born to Dan and Frances (Flannigan) Degnan on January 5th, 1943. He was an epiphany as he and his family liked to joke. Dan grew up the third of four children knowing he was loved by his parents and grandparents. He was the...