OBITUARIES
Nancy Kay Westerman
Nov 11, 2025
Nancy Kay Westerman, a devoted wife, beloved mother, adoring grandmother, cherished friend, and beautiful soul, passed away on the evening of Tuesday, November 11th, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She spent her final days surrounded by those she loved unconditionally.
Born on November 7th, 1954, in Fort Wayne, IN, Nancy grew into a woman known for her kindness, formidable strength,...
Wayne Grumbling
Nov 11, 2025
Rev. Wayne Grumbling, 70, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away suddenly on November 11, 2025. Born on October 18, 1955, in Mansfield, Ohio, Wayne lived a life rooted in faith, service, and joy.Wayne pursued his calling early in life, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Theatre Arts from Taylor University. He later deepened his spiritual foundation by obtaining a...
Maria Louise Jones
Nov 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maria Louise Jones, age 23, on November 10, 2025.
Maria was born in Thane, Maharashtra, India, on February 20, 2002. She was brought to the United States and adopted by the Jones family in 2004.
Maria was born with sickle cell disease and, in her final year, bravely faced gastric cancer...
Pamela Patterson Morford
Nov 10, 2025
Anyone’s life can be described in infinite ways, especially when it spans over nine decades.
Some people may be interested in the “what, when, where” of Pam’s life. Others who knew and loved her may be more drawn to thinking about who she was, how and why she lived as she did. We delve into some of these details below. Feel...
Cheryl Cowden
Nov 10, 2025
Cheryl (Sendelbeck) Cowden, 68, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 10:30 p.m. following complications from chemotherapy treatment related to cancer.
Cheryl was born on April 12, 1957, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Robert and Delphine Sendelbeck. She grew up in Cincinnati alongside her brother Steve Sendelbeck, attending Indian Hill High School before earning her Bachelor of...
Brad V. McCrory
Nov 10, 2025
Brad V. McCrory, a cherished husband, devoted father, and beloved grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on December 20, 1963, in Anderson, Indiana, Brad lived a life marked by love, passion, and unwavering commitment to his family and interests.
Throughout his life, Brad cultivated a profound affection for the game of baseball and softball. His...
David Lamonte Crockett
Nov 8, 2025
David Lamonte Crockett was born on February 11, 1959, the eldest of five children to Herbert T. Crockett, Sr., and Betty J. Parker Crockett Penman. He grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he attended Indianapolis Public Schools and graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1978.
David began his professional life with Indiana Carpet Distributors, where his dedication shone through during...
Nancy Lynn Hartmann
Nov 8, 2025
Nancy Lynn Hartmann (nee McCormick), 65, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 8, 2025 at Harbour Manor in Noblesville, Indiana. Born on April 30, 1960 in Woodstock, Illinois to William E. McCormick and Barbara L. McCormick (nee Cutforth). She lived in Crystal Lake, Illinois for 22 years, moved to Indianapolis where she resided for 30 years, before she moved to...
Sandra Lyn Martin
Nov 8, 2025
Sandra “Sandy” Lyn Martin, 69, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away in her home on November 8, 2025, having found comfort and rest after many years, and surrounded by her loving family.
Sandy was born on March 29, 1956, on the eastside of Indianapolis, where she lived for most of her life before retiring and relocating to Greenwood to be closer to...
Mary Ellen Knapp
Nov 7, 2025
Mary Ellen Knapp, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully departed this life on November 7, 2025, in Noblesville, Indiana, at the age of 94. Born on October 29, 1931, in Franklin, Indiana, she was the cherished daughter of Harry and Willa Dean Schornick.
Mary Ellen graduated from Franklin High School and pursued her passion for beauty and artistry at Franklin...
Michael David Thompson
Nov 7, 2025
Michael “Mike” David Thompson, 73, of Indianapolis, passed away on November 7, 2025. He leaves behind a family who loved him deeply and a lifetime of stories, laughter, and music that will never fade.
Mike was happiest on a Harley with classic rock pouring from the speakers—especially the Beatles. He proudly called himself the “sixth Beatle,” and he had a habit...
Judith Ann Porter
Nov 6, 2025
Judith A. Porter, age 81, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on November 6th, 2025, at IU Health in Carmel, Indiana. Judi was a proud graduate of Arsenal Technical High School and dedicated more 35 years of service to Sallie Mae, where she was admired for her hard work and commitment.
She had a lifelong love of reading and enjoyed spending time...
Charles Baird Aldenderfer
Nov 6, 2025
Charles Baird Aldenderfer, better known as Pete, to all his family and friends.
Born September 22, 1935, in Sharon, PA to Samuel McKee and Margery Baird Aldenderfer.
He graduated from Greenville High School in 1953. Pete attended Thiel College and then Penn State where he graduated in 1957 with a bachelor's degree in Languages. Following his graduation from Penn State, he moved...
Vance Colby Curry
Nov 5, 2025
Vance Colby Curry, born on May 5, 1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, in his hometown. Vance was known for his friendly personality, effortlessly engaging anyone in conversation and making everyone he met feel at ease. He had a relaxed approach to life, always taking his time and never rushing through the moments that mattered....
Donna Jean Beckman
Nov 5, 2025
Donna Beckman, age 80, left this Earthly life on November 5, 2025, for a far more Heavenly home where she will spend eternity with Jesus, her Lord and Savior. Donna was born August 2nd, 1945 and lived with her parents Bob and Lois Evans, and three rowdy brothers, Marvin, John and Lee in Salem, IL.
Donna married Ron Frambes in 1966...
Susan Coffey
Nov 5, 2025
Susan Woolf Coffey, 76, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
A woman of deep faith, Susan was a devoted Christian and member of First Baptist Church of Beech Grove, where she found strength, fellowship, and purpose in her walk with God.
Susan was also an accomplished horse trainer and breeder, whose lifelong love of animals and the outdoors reflected...
Danielle "Dani" Amanda Holland
Nov 4, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce Dani Amanda Mann has left this earth and is now one with the heavens and stars. She now rests peacefully in the arms of our Lord. Dani loved making art, music, dancing and showcasing her cooking skills through the various meals she lovingly prepared for her family. To know her was to...
Sandra Skinner
Nov 4, 2025
Sandra J. (Kloess) Skinner, 93, passed away Tuesday evening September 4, 2025.
She was born in Indianapolis to William O. Kloess and Clara (Eberhart) Kloess on May 16, 1932. Sandy lived in Indianapolis until she moved to Cedar Creek of Franklin Assisted Living in 2022.
She was a 1950 graduate of Southport High School where she met her future husband, Dan Skinner...
Randy Villeneuve
Nov 4, 2025
Randy Paul Villeneuve, 68, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, after a long illness.
Born in Berlin, New Hampshire, on June 22, 1957, and later raised in Portsmouth, NH, Randy grew up fascinated by mechanics and aviation. After graduating from Portsmouth High School, Class of 1975, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. Serving as an aviation mechanic...
Dollie Bridgewater DuMontelle
Nov 3, 2025
Dollie Louise Bridgewater was born in Austin, Indiana, on November 9, 1934, to Hollis and Goldie Wilma (Maines) Bridgewater. The family moved to Covington, Indiana, around 1936 where they were befriended by John L. Peters and his daughters, Mamie Nelson, and Helen Aldridge. Dollie began grade school there, then moved to Marion, Indiana, in 1944; she still spent summers in...
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