Darlene Elaine Doty Lewis of Cicero, Indiana died on Sunday, July 13,2025, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of Robert “Bob” and Mary McDonald Doty born on July 23, 1949, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She lived with her parents and sister Denise in Johnson County. She graduated from Center Grove High School in 1967, where she participated...
David M. Gilbert, 71, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on October 17, 1953, in Noblesville, he was the son of Ova and Opal Gilbert.
A proud graduate of Noblesville High School, David spent most of his life in his beloved hometown. He worked as a dedicated...
Nancy Jo Orr (Parke), 74, of Covington, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, at Franciscan Hospital, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
Born on December 5, 1950, to Richard and Margaret “Peggy” (Daniel) Parke, Nancy was a proud graduate of Covington High School, Class of 1968. She married Randall Orr on August 10, 1974, in Denver, Colorado. They...
Wilbur J. Riedy, 96, of Speedway, IN, passed away July 12, 2025.
A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, July 19, 2025 at St. Malachy Church in Brownsburg, IN. Visitation will be held at the church immediately preceding mass from 10:00-11:00 am.
Wilbur (Bud) was born September 6, 1928, in Indianapolis, IN. He joined the Navy in 1950 during...
Orval Robert Enlow, affectionately known as “Robert” or “Butch,” passed away at his home on July 11, 2025, at 7:27 a.m. He was 76 years old.
Robert was born on June 14, 1949 at St. Francis Hospital, to Orval Enlow Jr. and Louise Enlow. He was raised in Indiana and graduated from Eminence High School, where he enjoyed playing basketball. Throughout...
Eugenia “Genia” Francis Mayhew
Eugenia “Genia” Francis Mayhew, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Anderson, Indiana, Genia spent much of her life in the Indianapolis area, including in the communities of Plainfield and Avon.
Genia proudly served as a corrections officer, a career that reflected her strength, courage, and...
Patrick Maghee Barker
July 10, 2025
Patrick Maghee Barker, 38, of Indianapolis passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2025 in his home. Patrick was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 20, 1987 to Richard T and Tanya P Barker. He graduated from Pike High School and then Butler University.
Patrick was a member of the Indianapolis Children's Choir and then the Master Singers...
Paula Jean McIntosh, born on December 11, 1947, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025.
A native spirit of Decatur, Paula carried the vibrant energy of her youth as a cheerleader at Decatur Central High School throughout her school years. Her supportive nature found a fitting role in her later years as she became an active supporter of Franklin Central athletics....
Kim “Heavy” Kelly August 28, 1961 – July 8, 2025
Kim Kelly, affectionately known as “Heavy,” passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, at the age of 63. He was born to Mildred Alexander (Jackson) and Fredrick Kelly on August 28, 1961, on a military base in Illinois.
Kim spent most of his life in Indianapolis, Indiana, though he also lived in...
Jessie Brooks Dawkins was born on August 14, 1930, in Oakland, Louisiana to Ollie Dawkins and Ocie Moore. He was one of ten children, the last and youngest of the family. He attended Union Parish High School in Farmerville, Louisiana.
He entered the United States Army and served in the Korean War. He united in marriage to Azzie Lee Finley, from...
Steven (PeeWee) Floerke
March 13, 1950 – July 8, 1925
Steven Edward Floerke, 75, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
He was probably most recognized as “PeeWee”, the nickname he was given while working at State Road Market. He started working there while in his early teens and continued to do so for many years. He later worked for Mitchell Scott Machine...
Jimmy passed away on July 8, 2025, after a lifelong battle with health challenges. Despite it all, he faced each day with resilience, humor, and an unshakable spirit that inspired everyone who knew him.
He is lovingly remembered by his mother, Sue Ellen Wancowicz, and his father, James Wancowicz Jr. He was preceded in death by his beloved grandparents, Claude and...
Stephen Wayne Tipton, age 73, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was born in Indianapolis on September 5, 1951, to Fred Tipton and Bettie (McKamey) LeClaire.
Stephen graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Science and earned his Master of Public Administration from the School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana...
Sarah Watson, 78, of Indianapolis, passed away on July 8, 2025. Sarah was born in Lourdes, Newfoundland Canada, on June 7, 1947, to the late John and Magdeline Bullen. Sarah attended high school in Lourdes. Soon after she married a member of the US Air Force, and relocated to Beech Grove, Indiana in 1966. In December 1966, she gave birth...
Katina Renae Mays, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and grandmother, passed away on July 7, 2025, at the age of 52. She was born on January 27, 1973, to her mother, Zelma Lou Mays, and father, Patrick Eugena Henry Sr., in Indianapolis, Indiana. Growing up in the inner city, Katina attended School 45 and Tech High School, where she...
Donald Clayton, 74, of Indianapolis, IN, went home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 7, 2025. He was born on June 23, 1951, in Indianapolis, to the late Robert J. Clayton and Vivian E. (Briner) Rutledge. He grew up in Eagledale and was a graduate of Northwest Highschool.
After completing his education, he worked in Pittsburg as a...
Andrew Willard Lawrence, born on October 1, 1982, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on July 7, 2025. A man of profound dedication and skill, Andrew will be remembered as a devoted father, son, brother, and veteran who touched the lives of many through his work, education, and commitment to service.
Andrew's professional journey was marked by his role as a Journeyman...
In Loving Memory of Joan “Jody” Newsom
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we remember Joan “Jody” Newsom, beloved mother, daughter, sister, friend, and faithful servant of God, who passed away July 7, 2025. She was 49 years young.
Jody was a woman of extraordinary strength, compassion, and unwavering faith. To her family and closest friends, she...
Max Decker (1950–2025)
Max Decker, 75, of Noblesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Barrier, Kentucky, Max built a life defined by hard work, perseverance and integrity. He started by delivering newspapers as a kid, continued at Burger Chef as a teenager and later built a successful boating accessory distributor business.
Max believed in doing things the right way....
Melanie Ann Adams, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on July 6th. She was a retired healthcare worker who loved working with individuals with special needs. She survived by her two daughters and four grandchildren.