OBITUARIES
Thomas A. Jordan
Dec 4, 2025
Thomas A. Jordan was born on September 3, 1933, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Neva and William Jordan. He was the youngest of six brothers and sisters. Tom lived a full life and passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025.
Tom studied building and technical subjects at Purdue University. After that, he served in the US military during the Korean War and...
Patricia Rakausky
Dec 4, 2025
Patricia Rakausky passed away on December 4, 2025, surrounded by family, just days before her 84th birthday. Born of Lithuanian immigrant parents on December 12, 1941, she embraced her Lithuanian heritage. Her life was defined by creativity, kindness, honest candor, and deep devotion to her relatives and friends.
Patricia was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Susie Rakausky; father, Joseph...
William Derengowski
Dec 4, 2025
William “Bill” Derengowski, 82, passed away on December 4, 2025. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Bill spent his later years in Muncie, Indiana, where he found comfort in a slower pace and the outdoors he loved so much. In his younger years, he was happiest riding his Harley or out hunting, surrounded by nature. He appreciated life’s simple joys and never...
John Lamond
Dec 4, 2025
John Edward Lamond Sr., age 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Born on August 12, 1947, to the late Edward and Mary Ann Lamond, John spent his life rooted in the community he loved.
John answered the call to serve his country, entering the United States Army on October 14, 1965. He...
Timothy "Tim" Allen Johnson
Dec 4, 2025
Timothy Allen Johnson, known affectionately as Tim, was born on December 24, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana to James Edward Johnson and Maude Louise (Foreman) (Johnson) Taylor. He peacefully departed this life on December 4, 2025, at his home in Fairland, Indiana, surrounded by his beloved family.
Tim's dedication and determination were evident in his professional life. In 1971, he founded Johnson...
Lillie B. Coffer Sampson
Dec 3, 2025
Lillie B. Coffer was born on October 3, 1948, in Lexington, Mississippi, to the late S.D. Coffer and Marie (Peterson) Coffer. From an early age, she carried a warm spirit, a generous heart, and the quiet determination that defined her throughout her life.
As a teenager, she enjoyed learning to better her education and was known for (Saying Her Alphabets Backwards)....
Jeanette Marie Storm
Dec 2, 2025
Jeanette Marie Storm, a compassionate soul whose warmth and creativity touched many lives, was born on May 10, 1942, in Durand, Michigan. She passed away on December 2, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, leaving behind a legacy of love, talent, and dedication.
A proud graduate of Swartz Creek High School in Michigan in 1960. She also attended The International Institute of Interior...
Richard E. Hardcastle Sr.
Dec 2, 2025
Richard E. Hardcastle Sr., affectionately known as Ricky, was born on July 8, 1968, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He departed this life on December 2, 2025, in his beloved hometown, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Ricky was a devoted son, brother, father, and friend. He was the beloved son of Oma Sue Hardcastle and the late James William...
John Michael Tilford
Dec 2, 2025
John Michael Tilford, a cherished member of the Indianapolis community, passed away on December 2, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on July 21, 1951, in Indianapolis, Indiana, lived a life to both his family and his profession.
For 27 years, John worked as a Residential Value Analyst for the Warren Township Assessor's office, where he was known for his...
Julia Ann Hall
Dec 1, 2025
Julia Ann Foster Hall was born August 27, 1927, to Glae and Gretchen Foster in Tipton County, Indiana. She grew up the daughter of a farmer and an elementary school teacher. She was proud to be a descendent of the Fosters, who were among the first European American settlers in Tipton and Howard counties.David Foster, a great uncle, is credited...
Harold Joseph "Joe" Zollman
Dec 1, 2025
Harold “Joe” Joseph Zollman, passed away on December 1, 2025, at the age of 77, with his loving wife and daughter at his side. He was born in Frankfort, Indiana on August 28, 1948, the son of Forrest and Crystal Zollman of Kirklin, Indiana. Joe attended elementary school in Kirklin and graduated from Clinton Central High School in 1966. On...
Mary B Oldham
Dec 1, 2025
Mary Beth Oldham, 63, of Indianapolis, passed away on December 1, 2025. She was born March 10, 1963, in Indiana to Frank Addington and Alice Shannon Wagner.
Mary devoted her life to her family and to creating a warm, welcoming home. She loved her children deeply and unconditionally, and everything she did was rooted in wanting the best for them. She...
Robert "Bob" Edward Klausmeier
Nov 30, 2025
Robert (Bob) Edward Klausmeier, Jr., 72, Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, after a long illness. He is survived by the love of his life, Becky Ann Klausmeier, and four children, Robert E. (Dawn) Klausmeier, III, Savanah, Georgia; Theresa M. Klausmeier, Ft. Worth, Texas; Benjamin F. (DeLisa) Cook, McMinnville, Oregon and Michael J. Klausmeier, Indianapolis, Indiana. He...
Alice M. Smith
Nov 30, 2025
Alice "Cookie" M. Smith, 80, of Camby, Indiana passed away November 30, 2025 at home. She was born May 17, 1945 in a log cabin in Commiskey, Indiana, daughter of the late Paul F. and Alice Bernice Broughard Baker.
Survivors include her husband Lowell "Butch" Smith; daughter, Cindy Parker if Camby, Indiana; son, Bryan (Kim) Smith of Bowling Green, Indiana; brother,...
Marsha Kay Grammer
Nov 30, 2025
Marsha Kay (Bryant) Grammer, age 83, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, in Greenfield, Indiana, surrounded by family. Born on August 7, 1942, in Terre Haute, Indiana, she was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.
Marsha was a devoted family woman who cherished the time spent with her daughters, Brenda (Larry) Lacy and Chris (Jason) Titara. Her...
Richard "Dick" Haytock Tobin
Nov 29, 2025
Richard “Dick” Tobin, 82, passed away on November 29th, 2025 in Carmel, Indiana. Dick Tobin was born In Chicago, Illinois on June 14th, 1943 and adopted by the late Ethal and Richard William Tobin
After completing his Bachelor’s degree at the University of Georgia, Richard went on to become a successful
Insurance Underwriter at Ohio Casualty Group for 30 years before retiring....
John Crosby Schott
Nov 29, 2025
John Crosby Schott, 84, of Carmel, Indiana passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025. Born on August 20, 1941 in Akron, Ohio to John Wanner Schott and Frances Louise Crosby Schott, John lived a full and happy life surrounded by the people he loved most. He will be deeply missed in the hearts of those who love him.
John is survived...
Andrew "Andy" Michael Williams
Nov 28, 2025
Andrew (Andy) Michael Williams, age 56 passed on 11-28-2025. He was born on 8-19-1969 to William (Bill) Williams and Nancy (Massena) in Indianapolis. He graduated from Northwest High School. He worked at Valrollers Tool and Die most of his career. He is survived by his Father, William (Bill) Williams, (Rhonda), Sisters, Jessica Kestler (Chris), Amanda Brown (Steve), Step Siblings Amanda...
Kane Wyatt Bailey-McCracken
Nov 28, 2025
Kane Wyatt Bailey-McCracken, a beloved son who brought joy and happiness to all who knew him, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 28, 2025. Born on July 3, 2025, in Indianapolis, Kane was a bright light, always smiling and spreading warmth with his joyful spirit. His short time on earth was filled with love, especially from his devoted...
Mark Wesley Thomas Pennington
Nov 28, 2025
Mark Pennington, 76, an accomplished linguist and scholar, was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 1st, 1949, to Jim and Marijo Pennington. He died on November 28th of a heart attack, the day after Thanksgiving. Known for his signature “ pork pie” hat and for his savoring of every sip of his espresso and every gulp of his daily Coke-a-cola,...
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