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Albert David Christensen
Apr 22, 2026
Albert David Christensen, known to many as Al, passed away on April 22, 2026, just shy of his 55th birthday. Let it be said here and now that Albert was no ordinary man, and you might be hard-pressed to find anyone who truly understood him. He refused to be boxed in or defined by a single path, having held many...
Marcia L. Jessee
Apr 21, 2026
Marcia L. Jessee, born on December 6, 1953 in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026 in Beech Grove, Indiana. Her journey of seventy-two years was marked by love, resilience, and a profound dedication to her family.
Marcia’s life began in the heart of Indianapolis, where she grew up surrounded by a loving family. Through the years, she became...
Richard Johnson
Apr 21, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Richard Johnson, age 60, of Indianapolis, IN, on April 21, 2026. Richard fought courageously and passed peacefully surrounded by family. Richard was born June 10, 1965 in Gary, IN, to Cecil and Lola Johnson. Richard graduated from Roosevelt High School and joined the Marines shortly after. He received an...
Phillip A. Chin
Apr 21, 2026
Phillip Anthony Chin was born on November 7, 1941, in Kingston, Jamaica. He departed this life peacefully on April 21, 2026, at the age of 84. He was the second of seven children, raised in the parish of St. Ann.
From a young age, Phillip had a natural drive to understand how things worked. He learned by observing, doing, and trying...
Donald Cornwell
Apr 21, 2026
Born on February 2nd 1947 in Indianapolis, Indiana, Donald E. Cornwell lived a life defined by strength, resilience, and a deep rooted love for his family (although he didn't show it too often). He passed away surrounded by those who meant the most to him, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to live on in every life he touched.
Born...
Nancy Kay Turner
Apr 21, 2026
Nancy Kay Turner, 71, of New Palestine, Indiana passed away April 21, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 11, 1954 to Paul David Houser and Nadine McCreery. She lived a life defined by kindness, strength, humor and generosity, and she touched the lives of everyone who knew her. She was a devoted mother, sister, daughter and friend....
Anthony Wayne May
Apr 20, 2026
Anthony (Tony) Wayne May, of Vernon Township, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the age of 58.
Tony was born in Hartford City, Michigan, to Sondra and Ron May, the eldest of four children. A gifted student, he graduated at the top of his class from Shelby High School in 1985 before continuing his education at Purdue University....
Judith Ann Shuppert
Apr 20, 2026
Judith Ann Shuppert, affectionately known as Judie, passed away peacefully at her home on April 20, 2026 after a courageous 16 year battle with cancer. Judie spent the last week of her life surrounded by the love of family and friends, held closely by those who meant the most to her.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, to Elvin and Vivian Shuppert, Judie...
Dale A Smith
Apr 20, 2026
Dale Allen Smith, 76, passed away April 20, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Dale was born on June 21, 1949 in Almont, Michigan to Ralph M. and Zola (Weyer) Smith. Dale grew up in Imlay City, Michigan and graduated from Imlay City High School in 1967. While in school he enjoyed many years as a Boy Scout. He often said that his...
Bonnie K. Sosbe
Apr 19, 2026
Bonnie K. Sosbe, a woman whose life was woven with love, resilience, and a boundless devotion to family, passed away on April 19, 2026, in her beloved hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on October 10, 1956, Bonnie's journey was marked by a profound passion for sewing that blossomed into a lifelong craft and a testament to her creativity and care.
Bonnie’s...
Sue Carol Plotz
Apr 19, 2026
Sue Carol Plotz, born on April 9, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana, peacefully passed away on April 19, 2026, in her hometown. A beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother, Sue will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Sue graduated from Southport High School and cherished her teenage years spent in the 1950s. She often shared fond stories...
Gary Reasner
Apr 19, 2026
Gary Reasner passed away on Sunday, April 19th, 2026 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Indianapolis on October 22, 1953 to Betty and Glenn Reasner. He graduated from Lawrence Central, obtained a Bachelors degree from Purdue University, and an MBA degree from Butler University.
He married Betty Brady and they spent 47 wonderful years together. He was...
Joseph Kent Meyers
Apr 18, 2026
Joseph Kent Meyers was born May 22, 1936, in Kokomo, IN, to Mercedes (Benham) and Lunda Meyers. He spent his entire childhood in Kokomo and was a proud Wildkat. After serving 4 years in the Navy, he returned to Kokomo where he met Kay Camp. They married in 1962. Joe got his Bachelors Degree from Indiana University in 1966 then...
Lori Ann Erby
Apr 18, 2026
Lori A. Erby (Foutz) 58 of Indianapolis Indiana, passed away on April 18th, 2026, at IU University hospital surrounded by friends and family. She was born in Muncie, IN, on January 22, 1968.
Lori was a loving mother, grandmother, and wife. She was also cherished and respected for being a maternal figure for any and everyone who needed it. Dancing, one-of-a-kind...
Lisa Marion Thomas
Apr 18, 2026
Lisa Marion Thomas, a cherished daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, in her hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on August 20, 1952, in Indianapolis, Lisa’s life was rooted deeply in the community she loved and served through her warmth and kindness.
Lisa is survived by her two beloved daughters, Le Ann King and Laci Thomas,...
Mary Louise Manuel
Apr 17, 2026
Mary Louise (Hatcher) Manuel was a beloved mother and friend to anyone she met. She passed away peacefully in her home at the blessed age of 95, With family by her side. Mary L Manuel was born on March 16, 1931, in Indianapolis, She was the daughter of Minnie Hatcher, Father unknown. Mary had three siblings, Charles, John, and George...
Johney VanZandt, Jr.
Apr 17, 2026
Johney VanZandt, Jr. was a loving father who leaves behind three daughters, Amanda Powell, Ashley Young, and Brittany Young. John loved his doggies and had several over the years. His most recent was his black lab named Jack! John worked on cars in his younger years. He enjoyed fishing, cookouts, and last but not least, he loved his music. Johney...
Anthony "Tony" Joseph Griggs
Apr 16, 2026
Anthony “Tony” Joseph Griggs, 45, of Indianapolis, passed away on April 16, 2026, surrounded by his family and children. He was born in Indianapolis on May 3, 1980.
Tony was a beloved son, father, brother, and proud Pop Pop. He worked as a Chief Engineer at the Bottleworks Hotel for the past five years. Where he was known for his strong...
Winfield Cooper
Apr 15, 2026
Winfield Cooper was the 3rd of 8 children. Winfield was born February 20, 1950, at home in Indianapolis, IN at 2444 Rader St by cousin Lizzie Mae Taylor. Winfield had a hard time coming into the world and a hard time going out.
He attended Public School 41 until the 8th grade, which he then finished his education at Manual High...
Kathy Diane Thompson
Apr 15, 2026
On April 15th, 2026, Kathy Diane Thompson of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away at the age of 64 years. She was born on June 7th, 1961, to Kenneth Paul and Ruby Ellen Bradley in Indianapolis, Indiana, where she grew up alongside her brother Kenneth Paul Bradley.
Her favorite color was butter yellow and she loved tending to her flower garden. She especially...
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