OBITUARIES

Robert Thomas Sargent

Robert Thomas Sargent

Oct 18, 2020

Mr. Robert Thomas Sargent was born July 3rd, 1961 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Robert E. and Marilyn N. Sargent. He was the youngest of 5 children born of this union. Robert went to his heavenly reward on October 18th, 2020. Robert moved to Hampton, Virginia as a young boy. In his 53rd year he joined his sister,...

Joseph A. Manning

Joseph A. Manning

Oct 16, 2020

Joseph Allen Manning, 52, Carmel, In, died October 16th, 2020, peacefully at his parent's home. Joseph was born August 21, 1968, to Connie and Larry Manning of Indianapolis, IN. He graduated from Southport High School and Indiana University-Indianapolis, where he played tennis on the school teams. He spent his adult life teaching tennis throughout Indianapolis and Carmel. He was an...

Patrick "Pat" N.  Ryan

Patrick "Pat" N. Ryan

Oct 16, 2020

Patrick N. “Pat” Ryan was born in Indianapolis. He died at the age of 89. He was the youngest of six children born to Thomas and Marie Ryan, none of whom are surviving. He was also preceded in death by his wife of sixty-four years, Yvonne (Winkler) Ryan. He is survived by five children: Geoff (Robin) Ryan, Debbie Andrus, Valerie...

Vivian Belle Leonard

Vivian Belle Leonard

Oct 16, 2020

Vivian Belle Leonard, 78, passed away Friday, October 16, 2020 at Cumberland Trace in Plainfield, Indiana. She was born October 4, 1942 at home in Eaton, Ohio to Anna Lillian (Phillips) Roe and James William (Bill) Roe. She was the 4th of 5 children. She married the love of her life, Bennie Dean Leonard on December 2, 1962. Vivian graduated...

Wayne  D. McFarland

Wayne D. McFarland

Oct 16, 2020

Wayne D. McFarland passed away quietly on Friday, October 16. He lived 96 wonderful years, touching the hearts of many that he met. As he approached the end of his life, he was loved and cared for by his daughters and other family members, as well as numerous caretakers that provided care for him at his assisted living facility. Wayne...

Arnold G Busse

Arnold G Busse

Oct 15, 2020

Today is a truly sad day on earth but maybe one of the most celebrated and loving days in heaven, as Arnold George Busse (aka the Fox) has passed away at the wonderful age of 90. Arnold was a loving and tremendous husband of 63 years to his soulmate and wife, Doris Busse, an incredible father to his three children,...

Roger  Myer Blackmon

Roger Myer Blackmon

Oct 15, 2020

In loving memory of the life of Roger Myer Blackmon. Born in Portland, Oregon on June 9th 1950. He was a loving Son, Brother, Father, Grandfather, Cousin, Uncle and a true friend to all. He went to be with the Lord on October 15th at Indianapolis Indiana Richard L. Roudehush VA Hospital. He is servived by 2 Brothers (Frank and...

Jeffery Lamont Leavell

Jeffery Lamont Leavell

Oct 14, 2020

Jeffery Lamont Leavell was born May 30th, 1963 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky to Katherine Leavell and Eugene Jones. Jeffery attended Indianapolis Public Schools. He was a loving son, father, brother, uncle, and grandfather who enjoyed making everyone laugh. Jeffery was kind, generous and would help anyone in need. Jeffery departed this life on Wednesday, October 14, 2020. He will be greatly...

Daniel Christopher Witter

Daniel Christopher Witter

Oct 14, 2020

Daniel Christopher Witter passed away October 14th, 2020 at the age of 33. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 15th, 1987 to parents Christopher and Christine, and brought home to proud big sister, Ashley. Daniel, who was affectionately called Bubby, was known for his big heart, huge hugs, and playful personality. He was adored by his family. He...

Darlene  Esther Brown

Darlene Esther Brown

Oct 14, 2020

Esther "Darlene" Brown was born on April 18, 1956 in Nashville, TN. She excepted Christ at a very young age while attending First Baptist Church on Clifton. She graduated from East High School in 1975. Darlene committed her life to helping people and was a dedicated mother and grandmother. She enjoyed working with the public and meeting different people leaving...

Kathleen Wren

Kathleen Wren

Oct 14, 2020

Kathleen Wren was born Alice Kathleen Dunaway at Loudon Township in Fayette County, Illinois on September 5, 1928 and went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at the age of 92, surrounded by her loving family and pastor. She was preceded in death by her parents Lane Edward Dunaway and Effie Jane Steele...

Garland S.  Hornback

Garland S. Hornback

Oct 14, 2020

Garland S. Hornback, 66, Franklin Indiana died peacefully at her home with her loving brother and sisters by her side after a battle with cancer on Wednesday, October 14, 2020. Garland was born on August 21, 1954 in Bloomington Indiana to Winfred and Barbara (West) Harden. She graduated from Manuel High School and Indiana Vocational Technical College in Indianapolis. She...

Deborah  Kay Moore

Deborah Kay Moore

Oct 14, 2020

Deborah Kay Moore (Bowman), 66, of Marion, Indiana, left us to be with our Lord on the evening of Wednesday, October 14th, 2020 at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born January 2nd, 1954 to Iveory J. Bowman and Lynn B. Smith, in Marion, Indiana and was beloved by all who came to know her. Deborah grew up...

Shallie  Lee Johnson

Shallie Lee Johnson

Oct 13, 2020

Shallie Lee Johnson was born August 19, 1941, in Portland, Arkansas. He was the son of Frank Johnson, Sr., and Rosie Davis Johnson. Early in life Shallie gave his life to Christ. Shallie was educated in the Indianapolis Public School system. He graduated from Crispus Attucks High School in 1960. He later served his country in the United States Marines....

Donna Dunbar

Donna Dunbar

Oct 13, 2020

Donna Kay Dunbar, 69, passed away on October 13, 2020. Donna was born on August 17, 1951. Donna is survived by her significant other, Michael E. Martin; sons, William Dunbar, Terry (Veronika) Dunbar Sr., and James Dunbar; grandchildren, Joshua Souders, Brittany Dunbar Griffin, Daniel Pumphrey, Terry (TJ) Dunbar Jr., Mathew Dunbar, James Dunbar II, and Jocelynn Dunbar, along with 9...

Anna Darochkina

Anna Darochkina

Oct 13, 2020

Ana Darochkina passed away peacefully on October 13, 2020, at the age of 72 after a long and heroic battle with cancer. Ana was born on April 6, 1948, in Chișinău, Moldova. She received her mechanical and engineering degrees in Moldova, and worked for over 30 years for the USSR government. In 1975, Ana married Michael Darochkin, her continued partner...

John Raymond Lyons

John Raymond Lyons

Oct 12, 2020

John Raymond Lyons, 69 of Avon, Indiana passed away Monday, October 12, 2020 at his home. He was born on Sunday, July 22, 1951 to the late Richard J. and Mary Ellen (Williams) Lyons in Hartford City, Indiana. John became a small business owner taking on a single Friendly Foods location and as CEO at Luxury Lawns INC. John retired...

Margaret  Ann Ferguson

Margaret Ann Ferguson

Oct 12, 2020

Margaret Ann Ferguson (Maggie), 81 of Pittsboro, Indiana passed away on October 12, 2020 with her family by her side. Maggie was born August 30, 1939 in West Terre Haute, Indiana to Hilda & Otis Treadway. On August 24, 1961, Maggie married Robert E. Ferguson (Bob) in Heidelberg, Germany, a union that would last until his death in 2004. They...

Martin Refka

Martin Refka

Oct 12, 2020

Martin Refka, 75, of Carmel, Indiana passed on October 12, 2020 surrounded by family in his home. Martin was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 5, 1945. Martin is survived by his wife, Donna; children, Andrew (Dina) Refka, Keri Martin, and Erika Refka; grandchildren, Jasmine, Jade, Evan, Justin, Avery, Mikayla, and Ethan. Services will be held at Indiana Funeral Care,...

Jerry  J. Betz

Jerry J. Betz

Oct 12, 2020

Jerry J. Betz 33, of Ragesdale, Indiana, passed away on Monday October 12, 2020. He was born June 30, 1987 in Lake Village, Indiana to Jerry L. and Julia L. Betz. Jerry attended North Newton Jr. Sr. School in Morocco, Indiana. He previously has worked for a local Amish construction company. Jerry loved to help anyone he can and work...