OBITUARIES

Aug 5, 2024

Alta Fern Greenwood, known affectionately as Frances, passed away on August 5, 2024, at the age of 95 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on January 5, 1929, in Parmleysville, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Martin and Ola (Burnett) Gibson.

Frances was a beacon of love and friendship, cherished for her caring nature and devotion to her family and faith. She embarked...

Aug 5, 2024

Michael Philip Kennedy, 69, Indianapolis, passed away with his loved ones by his side on August 5, 2024, at Carmel Health and Living, in Carmel, IN. He was born January 5, 1955, in Indianapolis, IN, to the late Philip Paul Kennedy and Susan Maureen (Duckworth) Kennedy. 

After completing his education, Michael worked for much of his life, and was later employed...

Aug 5, 2024

Gene C. Bowen, 83, of Greencastle, Indiana passed away at 11:20pm on Monday, August 5, 2024, at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis, Indiana, surrounded by his children. He was born to the late Samuel and Pearl (Withrow) Bowen on October 12, 1940 in Haldeman, Kentucky. 

Gene was united in marriage on April 29, 1961, to Janeen Bloom, who preceded him in...

Aug 4, 2024

Carlton Godfrey Arthur of Carmel, IN, passed away on August 4, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, on July 19, 1940, to parents, Phillip and Theodora (O’Brian) Arthur. Carlton married Clinitha (Wallace) in 1965 and lived in Trinidad until relocating his family to Boston, Massachuesseutts in 1970. He was an...

Aug 3, 2024

Rita L. Simpson age 75, passed away on August 3, 2024 in the presence of loving family. Rita was a long-time resident of Indianapolis having graduated from Southport High School and later attending Butler University. Following her retirement from Social Security Division of Hearings and Appeals, she enjoyed spending time with family and her lovable “Zoe”.

She was preceded in death...

Aug 3, 2024

Robert Clinton Walker, the first son to Robert Lee and Rosia Walker was born on September 5, 1960 in Marion, IN. Robert attended and graduated from Marion High. After graduating he began his automotive career at Walker Body Shop where he fueled his love for cars. Robert’s love for cars drove him down the path of all things automotive where...

Aug 3, 2024

David Winegardner, 84, of Indianapolis, IN passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on August 3, 2024. He was born December 10, 1939 in Greentown, IN to Miller and Mary Doris Winegardner. 

David grew up on a family farm that is now a Hoosier Homestead and had many fond memories and stories of life on the...

Aug 3, 2024

On August 3, 2024, Vicki Ann Boyer died at Wellbrooke Assisted Living with Heart to Heart Hospice care in Westfield Indiana of complications of Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS), She was 74 years of age. 

Vicki is survived by her best friend, loving and always supportive husband of 55 years, Michael R Boyer; their children,Heather D Bracy (Patrick) of Westfield, IN., Christopher M...

Aug 2, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" Herrington, 72, passed away on August 2, 2024, in Beech Grove, Indiana. She was born on July 13, 1952, in Des Moines, Iowa, to William and Viola Monaghan (Ackerson). 

Peggy lived a fulfilling life marked by her quiet and unassuming nature, always leading with a servant's heart. She found joy in helping others and was assured by her faith...

Aug 1, 2024

Mr. Ronald Douglas King, age 49, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Eskenazi Health in Indianapolis. He was born on Tuesday, June 3, 1975 in Chelsea, MA, the son of Wayne Joseph King and India Balliram. 

Ronald graduated from Chelsea High School in 1993. He was employed by Amazon for 8 years. Ronald was an avid Red Sox fan,...

Aug 1, 2024

Kimberly A. Arnold, March 5,1959, ~ August 1, 2024. Kim passed away peacefully at home in hospice care, surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by her loving husband Karl Arnold of 47 years, son Robert Arnold. Kim was preceded in death by her father Ezra P. Cradic of War Valley, TN. She leaves behind many loving cousins scattered throughout...

Aug 1, 2024

Patricia M. Lytle, born on August 28, 1943, in Decatur, Indiana, peacefully passed away on August 1, 2024, at the age of 80. She was the daughter of Earnest and Maxine Baumann. Pat was the loving wife of the late Steven D. Lytle, to whom she was wed in 1963 until his passing in 2020.

She is survived by her son...

Jul 31, 2024

Phyllis J. Piety (Joie DeCenzo) passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024 in Indianapolis. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by husband Jerry, October 2023, and sister Patricia.

Joie was known by all as a gracious, kind, and caring woman all through her life. Even in the depths of extreme dementia at the...

Jul 31, 2024

Ralph Franklin Owens, 63, passed away after an extended illness on July 31, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

He was born on October 21, 1960 in Anderson, Indiana. As a kid, he loved riding his bike, delivering newspapers, and spending time with his two sisters and brother.Ralph graduated high school from Anderson High School in Anderson, Indiana. 

He graduated from Columbia College with...

Jul 30, 2024

Gary Thomas Gunn, a beloved brother, father, grandfather, and friend of many, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2024, in his home of Sheridan, Indiana, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on October 29, 1956, to Thomas and Maurine Gunn, Gary's life was marked by dedication, service, and the warmth of his loving personality. Gary grew up in Noblesville, Indiana,...

Jul 30, 2024

William Eugene “Gene” Wimer, 88, passed away on July 30, 2024, at Franciscan Hospice House in Indianapolis, IN. Born in Morgantown, West Virginia on November 16, 1935, to Roscoe N. and Josephine (Colaw) Wimer. He married ValDel (Kennell) Wimer on June 7, 1958. They were happily married 66 years.

Gene graduated from Morgantown High School in 1953, and West Virginia University...

Jul 30, 2024

Harold Glenn Shelton was born to Elvia (Harris) and Woodrow Shelton on June 2, 1953, in Harlan Kentucky. Whether you knew him as Harold, Glenn, Pastor, Pap, or the Noogie Man, to know him was to love him.

Harold married the love of his life, Carolyn, at the tender age of fifteen. Together, they raised two boys, Harold Lynn, and Bryant...

Jul 29, 2024

Joan Diane Kelly, 81, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on July 29th 2024. 

Joan is preceded in death by her mother, Ilene Hall and her brothers, Richard Hall and Randy Hall. She leaves behind two sons, Willian J. Kelly and Jason A. Kelly; and four grandchildren, Michael J. Kelly, Joshua A. Kelly, De Kelly and Jax Kelly. 

Joan was extremely grounded in...

Jul 28, 2024

Jul 28, 2024

Mark Alan Fahrnkopf, 65, of Atlanta, IN passed away peacefully at his home on July 28, 2024. He was born on May 11, 1959 in Rugby, North Dakota to Clarence Morris and Ardith Bernice Fahrnkopf. 

A true patriot, Mark served in the U.S. Navy for four years where he had the opportunity to explore the world. Overseas ignited a passion for...