OBITUARIES
James Adam Young Jr.
Feb 9, 2026
James A. Young Jr., age 70, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away surrounded by his family on February 9, 2026.James was born on July 20, 1955, in Illinois, and later made his home in Indianapolis.
A hardworking man through and through, James spent his career working in machine shops, where his dedication and work ethic earned the respect of those around him....
Barbara Jane Douglass
Feb 8, 2026
Our beloved mother, Barbara (Babs) Jane Douglass, passed away February 8, 2026, in Indianapolis, surrounded by her loving family. We will cherish her memory as a guiding hand, a caring spirit and a source of inspiration.
Babs was born in Indianapolis on July 6, 1942, the second of six children of George and Jane Douglass. A devout Catholic, and long time...
Sidney Fielden
Feb 8, 2026
Sidney Lee Fielden passed away peacefully at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 8, 2026, at the age of 72. His final days were spent surrounded by the warmth, laughter, and comfort of family.
Born on March 30, 1953, in Seattle, Washington, Sid was the son of Lowell Westel Fielden and Beatrice Mae (Dunham) Fielden. He grew up in a...
William "Bill" Kevin Bryant
Feb 8, 2026
William "Bill" Kevin Bryant, born on May 17, 1960, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on February 8, 2026. Bill was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose warm spirit and strong will touched the lives of many.
A proud graduate of Arsenal Tech High School, Bill's life was marked by a tireless dedication to his family and a passion for...
Ronald Asher Ausherman
Feb 8, 2026
Ronald Asher Ausherman, 79 of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026 leaving a legacy of faithful service, devotion to family, and love for music. Born on May 18, 1946 as the youngest in a family of five loving siblings, he had no shortage of attention, fun, and laughter surrounding him. Ron attended Broad Ripple High School and was...
Gale Lewis Cummings
Feb 8, 2026
Gale L. Cummings, 61, passed away Feb 08, 2026 at St. Elizabeth East in Lafayette, IN.
Gale was born August 20, 1964 at Home Hospital in Lafayette.
Gale worked at Home Hospital and St. Elizabeth East for over 25 years.
Gale was born to Dale E. and Sharon (Pauley) Cummings.
Gale grew up in Monon, IN.
Gale is survived by his sister Dalea (Andy Malone)...
Kevin "Lala" Jay Doughty
Feb 8, 2026
Kevin “Lala” Jay Doughty, 72, born October 2, 1953, in Indianapolis to Nancy Jane and John Doughty, passed away peacefully the morning of February 8, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Avon following a brief illness.
Kevin was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was rooted in family, community, and service. He is survived by his loving wife, Joan Rae...
Susan Stephens
Feb 8, 2026
Susan Stephens, a beloved member of her community, passed away on February 8, 2026, in Avon, Indiana. Born on April 24, 1956, in Champaign, Illinois, Susan brightened the lives of all who knew her throughout her 69 years.
A dedicated family member and a cherished friend, Susan is survived by her husband, James Stephens, and her son, Kevin H. Cole. She...
Anthony Dale Bow
Feb 8, 2026
Anthony Dale Bow, also known as Dale, was born on October 10, 1957, in Indianapolis. He passed away on February 8, 2026, in Indianapolis.
Dale dedicated his entire career to the construction industry.
He is survived by his son, Anthony (Amber) Bow; his brother, Denny (Belinda) Bow; his sister, Delores Bow; and his grandson, Caiden Bow. Dale also leaves behind numerous nieces...
Sandra Slone
Feb 8, 2026
With heavy hearts and fond memories, we gather to honor the life of Sandra “Sandy” Slone, who peacefully left this world on February 8, 2026, just a week after her beloved husband, Larry, took his final bow. Born on June 15, 1951, Sandy was a vibrant spirit who graced our lives with laughter and love, a beacon of strength and...
Jeffrey Thomas Brown
Feb 7, 2026
Jeffrey (Jeff) Thomas Brown, age 78, of Zionsville, IN, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 7, 2026. Jeff was born in Greenville, Michigan, on April 22, 1947, to the late Thomas E. Brown and Doris (Bissell) Brown.
Jeff served in the U.S. Army and was deployed to Vietnam from 1968 to 1970. After the Army, he briefly...
Norma Jean Huber
Feb 7, 2026
On February 7th, the much beloved Norma Jean Huber died peacefully in her sleep at the age of 102. Born in Chrisman, Illinois in 1923 to Walter and Jessie Miller, she lived not only a long life but a fulfilling one. After moving to Indianapolis as a teenager, she met Jim Huber to whom she was married for 74 years....
Kenneth Wilson Short
Feb 7, 2026
Kenneth "Kenny" Wilson Short, 79, of Greenwood, Indiana passed away February 7, 2026. He was born on December 21, 1946 to the late Woodrow W. and Elmarine (Oneal) Short in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Services will be private.
David Kent Hanna
Feb 6, 2026
David Kent Hanna passed away peacefully in his home in Fishers,Indiana on February 6, 2026. David was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Glenn and Louise Hanna on October 10,1941. He graduated from Lawerence Central High School in 1960. He then went on to have careers at Wonder Bread, Coca-Cola, and finally retired from Ford Motor Company after 40 years of...
Jerome Francis Pierle
Feb 6, 2026
Jerome 'Jerry' F. Pierle, 88, of Indianapolis, passed away, February 6, 2026 at his home in Indianapolis He was born on July 7, 1937, the son of the late George and Lillian (Bostwick) Pierle.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Edward Pierle and his wife, Hazel; his sisters, Margie Sheets and her husband David...
Phyllis Jean Ladd
Feb 5, 2026
Phyllis Jean Ladd, born on October 4, 1939, in Indianapolis, Indiana, departed this life on January 5, 2026. She was the cherished daughter of Mary Louise Glenn and Henry Ladd, and the beloved sister of Glenda and Thomas Ladd.
Phyllis's legacy lives on through her family, including her niece Lori White, great-niece Karlyn Fowler, and her great-great-nieces and nephews: Jackson White,...
Thomas Lee Wantz
Feb 5, 2026
With deep sorrow, the death of Tom Wantz on February 5, 2026, is shared with those who loved and knew him. Tom passed at home under hospice care at the age of 80 years old. During World War II, Thomas Lee Wantz was born to Herbert M. Wantz and Doris Ellen Wantz at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, on October 30,...
Elizabeth Reed
Feb 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Reed, a luminous spirit who graced this world with her kindness and gentle nature. Born on August 23, 1955, Elizabeth entered the world as a beacon of light, touching the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Throughout her life, she embodied resilience and positivity, facing...
Rose Ella Stoller
Feb 3, 2026
Rose Ella Stoller was born February 7, 1953 at the Van Wert County Hospital in Van Wert, Ohio. She was the fifth of nine children born to Eugene E. and Minerva E. Stoller. Rose died February 3, 2026 at the age of 72 succumbing to wounds sustained in a house fire. She was a patient in the Burn Center at...
Janis "Jan" Gildner
Feb 3, 2026
Jan Gildner was born to Martha and Richard Gildner August 22, 1949. Her brother, Larry Gildner, and her parents preceded her in death. Helping others was Jan’s calling. To fulfill her calling, she earned an MSW from Kent School of Social Work in Louisville. She began her career in mental health and eventually specialized in therapeutic work with children at...
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