Velma Lee Couch
Aug 2, 2025
Velma Lee Couch, 78, passed away on August 2, 2025, in Mooresville, Indiana. Born on May 12, 1947, in Austin, Indiana, Velma was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth and care left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Worley Couch; her daughter, Sheila Hughes (and husband John); and...
Ronnie Deaton
Aug 1, 2025
Ronnie Deaton passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on August 1, 2025. He was 77 years old. He is survived by his loving wife, Lisa Deaton, his children Lance (Julia) Deaton, Heather (Michael) Sigler, Shannon (Brett) Sims, Connor Deaton, six grandchildren, brother Larry (Vikki) Deaton, and several cousins, nieces and nephews.
Ronnie was born in Harveyton, Kentucky July 14, 1948,...
Kathie Jean Dupuis
Jul 31, 2025
Kathie Jean (Bellmore) Dupuis, 73, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away July 31, 2025, at IU Health West Hospital.
She was born Sunday, December 30, 1951, to William Bellmore Jr. and Betty Jean (Herron) Bellmore in Indianapolis.
Kathie is survived by her son, Eric David Wayne Martin (Sarah); grandchildren Faith and Dylan; siblings, Larry Bellmore, Pamela Kay Adams, Roberta Ann Bellmore, Kerry Wayne...
Gail Louise Hood
Jul 28, 2025
Gail Louise (Brokamp) Hood, 79, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away July 28, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
She was born October 29, 1945 to the late Paul Brock Brokamp and Mildred Fay Louis (Christopher) Chris in Ketchikan, Alaska.
She is survived by her children, Cindy (Pat), Mike (Angie), Tim (Jami), Mitch (Glenda), Melissa, and Robin, Lonnie (Casey) her siblings, Chrissy, Paula, and Jimmy;...
Margaret Lucille Smith
Jul 28, 2025
Margaret Lucille (Elswick) Smith, 98, Indianapolis, Indiana passed from this earth into life everlasting with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Monday, July 28, 2025.
Margaret was born in Cinco, West Virginia to Lewis and Sabie Elswick on July 24, 1927. She had one child, Donna Farrell, on March 11, 1948. Margaret lived a full life, loving her Lord, family, and...
Lawrence Alexander
Jul 26, 2025
Lawrence Alexander was born September 14, 1982 in Chicago, Illinois. He was the youngest of three children born to Earl and Lydia Alexander. “Boo” as his family fondly called him.
Lawrence (Boo) attended elementary school at Burnside Academy and graduated valedictorian from John F. Kennedy High School in June of 2000.
Lawrence’s work experience varies across many positions, such as: manager at...
Darryl Thomas Johnson
Jul 25, 2025
Mr. Darryl T. Johnson (“Teddy”) was born on November 9, 1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Edd Morris and Anna Grace Johnson. Teddy, as most knew him, was one of five children: Doretha “Cookie” Smith, Marva “Dolly” Johnson, Carolyn “Tootsie” Johnson, and Edd Johnson Jr.
He attended IPS #44 and Northwest High School before moving to Ohio, where he completed...
Darryl Thomas Johnson
Jul 25, 2025
Mr. Darryl T. Johnson (“Teddy”) was born on November 9, 1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Edd Morris and Anna Grace Johnson. Teddy, as most knew him, was one of five children: Doretha “Cookie” Smith, Marva “Dolly” Johnson, Carolyn “Tootsie” Johnson, and Edd Johnson Jr.
He attended IPS #44 and Northwest High School before moving to Ohio, where he completed...
Gundārs Grīslītis
Jul 24, 2025
Gundars Grislitis, 93, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Gundars was born to Peteris and Berta Grislitis on May 20, 1932 in Priekule, Latvia.
He graduated from Butler University with degrees in Journalism, Sociology, Philosophy and Psychology. Gundars married his one true love and companion, Valda, and had a lovely daughter together. Gundars had a deep passion...
Gerald Victor Smith
Jul 24, 2025
Gerald Victor Smith, 73 of Indianapolis, IN. passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving son and family. Gerald was born to Winston S. Smith Jr. and Anna I. Smith on December 15, 1951, in Gary, IN.
Gerald was a graduate of Roosevelt High School and found employment at Bethlehem Steel and Union Tank as a welder. Gerald...
Ronnie Garrell Bastin
Jul 24, 2025
Ronnie Garrell Bastin, 87, of Indianapolis, passed away on July 24, 2025. Ronnie was born on March 3, 1938, in Indianapolis, to Garrell Esco and Laura Marguerite (Teeguarden) Bastin.
Ronnie attended Broadripple High School. He worked in Beverage Sales for Farber Distributing and Budweiser until his retirement in 1999. Ronnie enjoyed retirement in Florida, watching grandchildren, and later great-grandchildren, play sports,...
Sandra Louise Bennett
Jul 23, 2025
Sandra Louise Bennett, 72, of Crawfordsville, Indiana, took the hand of her Savior on July 23, 2025, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.
Born on September 14, 1952, in Battle Creek, Michigan, Sandra was the daughter of Robert and Doris Collins McKeighen. For the first 18 months of her life, she lived on her grandparent's dairy farm while her father...
Jane Ellen Haltom
Jul 22, 2025
Jane Ellen Haltom, a deeply loved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, went home to be with the Lord on July 22, 2025, just days before her 75th birthday. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family in Morgantown, Indiana. Jane’s life was a beautiful reflection of grace, kindness, and service.
She was the cherished wife of Douglas Haltom...
Mary Alice Segerson
Jul 21, 2025
Mary Alice Segerson, 83, passed away on July 21, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, surrounded by her children.
Mary was born on November 27, 1941, in Knox, Indiana, to the late George W. Folkers and Anna (Hansen) Folkers. One of seven siblings, she grew up in Knox and graduated from Knox High School in 1960. She went on to earn a Bachelor...
Sandra Marie Hatchett
Jul 21, 2025
Sandra "Sandi" Hatchett, 72, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, July 21, 2025. Born on December 6, 1952, in Muncie, Indiana, Sandi was the daughter of the late John and Farrell Brandon.
Sandi was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Jessica Wehrley, and her grandson, Devon Williams.
Sandi...
Philip Stuart Wire
Jul 20, 2025
Philip Stuart Wire, 72, of Indianapolis, Indiana, finally finished the big race on July 20, 2025!
Philip was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 11, 1952. He is survived by his wife, Donna, and his three children, Amy Wire-McRaney, Kelly Wire-Kaiser, and Ryan Lawless.
Phil was a lifelong fixture in the Far Eastside community. He was affectionately called Stu by his closest...
Virginia Carol Boyer
Jul 19, 2025
Virginia Carol Boyer (Brown), affectionately known as Cindy, passed away July 19, 2025 at Signature Healthcare At Parkwood at the age of 74 with her daughter by her side.
Cindy is survived by her children, David Boyer, Steven Boyer (Carolyn “Olyn” Boyer), and Julie Woods (Richard Woods); grandchildren Nicole Stoner (Nathan Stoner), Megan Woods, Lucas LaFollette, Lydia Woods, and Brantley Boyer;...
Stephen Jeffrey Schipper
Jul 19, 2025
Stephen J. “Jeff” Schipper, 73, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away July 19, 2025. He was born on July 8, 1952, in Connersville, Indiana to the late Ralph J. Schipper and Catherine P. Stephen. He was adopted at a young age by Ralph “Harold” Stephen and Dorothy Stephen.
Jeff graduated from Connersville High School in 1968 and then from Bible College in...
Isaac Lonnie Cox
Jul 19, 2025
Isaac Lonnie Cox, affectionately known as Lonnie, passed away on July 19, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on January 11, 1942, in Kingsport, Tennessee, Lonnie was a remarkable man whose sharp wit, generosity, and compassion touched the lives of many. He dedicated his life to serving others and exhibited a loving spirit, particularly toward those in need.
Lonnie was...
Carrell Ray Scammahorn
Jul 18, 2025
Carrell Ray Scammahorn, age 83, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana.
He was born July 5, 1942, in Sailor Springs, Illinois, the son of John and Reba (Breth) Scammahorn. He married his loving wife, Grace Scammahorn on February 14, 1984, who predeceased him on June 18, 2010.
Carrell retired from Dowell Schlumberger after almost 30...