OBITUARIES
William Reece Jenkins
Nov 12, 2025
William (Bill) Reece Jenkins, 60, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Bill was born on June 10, 1965, in Indianapolis to Ivan F. Jenkins and Martha R. (Wade) Jenkins.
A proud graduate of Jeffersontown High School, Class of 1986, Bill pursued a career in design drafting, earning his degree at Kentucky Polytechnic Institute. He worked for...
Lawrence A. Jupin Jr.
Nov 11, 2025
Lawrence A. (Larry) Jupin Jr., 94, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on November 11, 2025. Larry was born on March 11,1931 in Indianapolis, IN. He was the son of the late Lawrence A. and Mary Jupin.
Larry graduated from Emmerich Manual High School in 1949. A proud veteran, Larry served in the United States Navy on the USS...
Nancy Kay Westerman
Nov 11, 2025
Nancy Kay Westerman, a devoted wife, beloved mother, adoring grandmother, cherished friend, and beautiful soul, passed away on the evening of Tuesday, November 11th, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She spent her final days surrounded by those she loved unconditionally.
Born on November 7th, 1954, in Fort Wayne, IN, Nancy grew into a woman known for her kindness, formidable strength,...
Wayne Grumbling
Nov 11, 2025
Rev. Wayne Grumbling, 70, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away suddenly on November 11, 2025. Born on October 18, 1955, in Mansfield, Ohio, Wayne lived a life rooted in faith, service, and joy.Wayne pursued his calling early in life, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Theatre Arts from Taylor University. He later deepened his spiritual foundation by obtaining a...
Lindsey Fink
Nov 10, 2025
Lindsey Fink, a devoted stay-at-home mom and beloved member of the Indianapolis community, passed away on November 10, 2025, at the age of 43. Born on August 5, 1982, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lindsey was a graduate of Perry Meridian High School, having completed her education in 2001.
Lindsey was known for her kind and giving nature, always ready to lend a...
Maria Louise Jones
Nov 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maria Louise Jones, age 23, on November 10, 2025.
Maria was born in Thane, Maharashtra, India, on February 20, 2002. She was brought to the United States and adopted by the Jones family in 2004.
Maria was born with sickle cell disease and, in her final year, bravely faced gastric cancer...
Pamela Patterson Morford
Nov 10, 2025
Anyone’s life can be described in infinite ways, especially when it spans over nine decades.
Some people may be interested in the “what, when, where” of Pam’s life. Others who knew and loved her may be more drawn to thinking about who she was, how and why she lived as she did. We delve into some of these details below. Feel...
Olivia Maria Castro
Nov 10, 2025
Olivia (Libby) Maria Castro passed away at the age of 19 just shy of her 20th birthday.
Libby was born and raised in Indianapolis, she graduated from Southport High school and had plans to attend college, to eventually become a 911 dispatcher.
She remained outspoken, resilient and courageous throughout her 7 year battle with cancer until the end.
Libby preferred homebody activities such...
Cheryl Cowden
Nov 10, 2025
Cheryl (Sendelbeck) Cowden, 68, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 10:30 p.m. following complications from chemotherapy treatment related to cancer.
Cheryl was born on April 12, 1957, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Robert and Delphine Sendelbeck. She grew up in Cincinnati alongside her brother Steve Sendelbeck, attending Indian Hill High School before earning her Bachelor of...
Christine McDaniel
Nov 10, 2025
Christine McDaniel, born on June 23, 1938, in Harlan, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Her life was a tapestry of dedication, love, and creativity, woven with moments that will forever be cherished by those who knew her.
Christine devoted her professional life to serving others as a team leader in housekeeping at St. Francis Hospital,...
Robert Lewis Hawkins
Nov 10, 2025
Robert Hawkins, 83, of Indianapolis, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025. He was born on April 27, 1942, in Beech Grove, Indiana, to the late Lewis and Lillian Irene (Coomer) Hawkins.
Robert lived a full and active life centered around faith, family, and a lifelong love of sports. A devoted member of First Baptist Church, he attended faithfully for his...
Brad V. McCrory
Nov 10, 2025
Brad V. McCrory, a cherished husband, devoted father, and beloved grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on December 20, 1963, in Anderson, Indiana, Brad lived a life marked by love, passion, and unwavering commitment to his family and interests.
Throughout his life, Brad cultivated a profound affection for the game of baseball and softball. His...
Mark Allan Bristow
Nov 10, 2025
Mark Allan Bristow, 65, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025. He was born on February 10, 1960, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late James Richard Bristow and Arlene June (Campbell) Jenkins.
Mark grew up with a strong work ethic and a creative spirit that carried him through life. He worked for many years at Navistar as a skilled...
Richard G. Bermingham
Nov 9, 2025
Richard G. Bermingham, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on November 9, 2025, at the age of 88 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on August 14, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, Richard's journey through life was marked by his dedication to family and his cherished memories at the family cottage in Sumava, a place he regarded as his favorite retreat.
Richard...
David Lamonte Crockett
Nov 8, 2025
David Lamonte Crockett was born on February 11, 1959, the eldest of five children to Herbert T. Crockett, Sr., and Betty J. Parker Crockett Penman. He grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he attended Indianapolis Public Schools and graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1978.
David began his professional life with Indiana Carpet Distributors, where his dedication shone through during...
Ravona Lavoy Johnson
Nov 8, 2025
Ravona Lavoy "Vonie" Johnson, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 8, 2025, at the University Heights Health & Living Community in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born on June 14, 1950, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, and spent her life spreading joy and warmth to those around her.
A proud graduate of Belvidere High School, Class of...
Nancy Lynn Hartmann
Nov 8, 2025
Nancy Lynn Hartmann (nee McCormick), 65, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 8, 2025 at Harbour Manor in Noblesville, Indiana. Born on April 30, 1960 in Woodstock, Illinois to William E. McCormick and Barbara L. McCormick (nee Cutforth). She lived in Crystal Lake, Illinois for 22 years, moved to Indianapolis where she resided for 30 years, before she moved to...
Sandra Lyn Martin
Nov 8, 2025
Sandra “Sandy” Lyn Martin, 69, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away in her home on November 8, 2025, having found comfort and rest after many years, and surrounded by her loving family.
Sandy was born on March 29, 1956, on the eastside of Indianapolis, where she lived for most of her life before retiring and relocating to Greenwood to be closer to...
Mary Ellen Knapp
Nov 7, 2025
Mary Ellen Knapp, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully departed this life on November 7, 2025, in Noblesville, Indiana, at the age of 94. Born on October 29, 1931, in Franklin, Indiana, she was the cherished daughter of Harry and Willa Dean Schornick.
Mary Ellen graduated from Franklin High School and pursued her passion for beauty and artistry at Franklin...
Michael David Thompson
Nov 7, 2025
Michael “Mike” David Thompson, 73, of Indianapolis, passed away on November 7, 2025. He leaves behind a family who loved him deeply and a lifetime of stories, laughter, and music that will never fade.
Mike was happiest on a Harley with classic rock pouring from the speakers—especially the Beatles. He proudly called himself the “sixth Beatle,” and he had a habit...
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