Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, Indianapolis, and Lawrence.
Jill D. Kelliher
Apr 21, 2026
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Cathy Susan Flores
Apr 20, 2026
Cathy Susan Flores, 69, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 20, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
She was born on January 28, 1957, in Portland, Indiana, to Gwendolyn and William Michael. Cathy was a strong, independent woman who was deeply devoted to her family. She raised her family in Marion, Indiana, where she built a life centered around hard work...
Beverly Minardo
Apr 19, 2026
Beverly was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on May 16, 1955, and passed away on April 19, 2026, surrounded by the ones she loved. She leaves behind a legacy of strength, compassion, and quiet resilience. Born to Louise Polston and Samuel Santos Minardo, both of whom preceded her in death, Beverly grew into a woman defined by her deep capacity for...
Betty Lou Hiter
Apr 17, 2026
Betty Lou Hiter was born on December 15, 1944, in Indianapolis Indiana and passed away at home on April 17, 2026, at the age of 81.
Betty (Bett) will be remembered for her extraordinary sense of adventure. She embraced life with enthusiasm for skydiving, hot air balloons, and enjoyed helicopter rides.
Her adventurous soul also enjoyed going to any casino and traveled...
Stephen E. Ritchey
Apr 16, 2026
Stephen E. Ritchey, 82, Anderson, passed away April 16, 2026 surrounded by his loving wife and daughter.
He was born June 11, 1943, and was a lifelong Anderson resident. He retired at the age of 56 in 1999 from Delco-Remy of GM and Delco-Remy America after 34 years of employment. He was a 1961 graduate of Anderson High School and went...
Jennifer L. Emler
Apr 16, 2026
Jennifer L. Emler, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Indianapolis community, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, in her hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on September 6, 1966, Jennifer’s life was one defined by love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family.
Jennifer’s journey began in Indianapolis, where she grew up surrounded by the warmth of...
Timothy Arnold Massey, Sr
Apr 13, 2026
Timothy Arnold Massey Sr. (Tim aka Hott Wheels) devoted husband, dad, and papaw passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026.
Tim was born on Jule 11, 1968, to Marion Lee Massey Jr, and Joanne (Clark) Helton in Beech Grove, Indiana.
Tim is survived by his wife and best friend of 39 years Yvonne (Golay) Massey; daughter Amber (Robert) Massey; grandson Blake; granddaughter...
David Jonathan Knight
Apr 13, 2026
David Jonathan Knight, born on October 12, 2009, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on April 13, 2026, in Beech Grove, Indiana.
David will be lovingly remembered for his infectious smile, his playful mischief, and his boundless love of music. He enjoyed swimming and roughhousing with friends and family. Despite the challenges posed by his condition, he met each obstacle with...
Vera Hartman Dew Benefiel
Apr 12, 2026
Vera Hartman Dew Benefiel entered into eternal rest on April 12, 2026. She was 99.
Vera was born on January 10, 1927, in DeLand, Florida, to Fred and Celesta Hartman. She was raised in Anderson, Indiana, where she graduated from Anderson High School in 1943. She later attended Ball State University, studying business.
Throughout her life, Vera pursued several careers and was...
Sylvia Inez Conley
Apr 12, 2026
Sylvia Inez Conley, 73, of Indianapolis, passed away on April 12, 2026, in Tipton, Indiana. Inez as she was referred to, grew up in Indianapolis, and was a very successful office manager in the food service industry. She leaves behind to cherish all of her memories, her children, Jerry Conley, Samath Berry, Justin Conley, Gary Peel, Doug Conley and Rachel...
Michael Andrew Cordell
Apr 11, 2026
Michael “Mike” Andrew Cordell, 76, of Lawrence, Indiana, passed away peacefully and went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, while surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
He was born on December 6, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Eugene Richard Cordell and Nelda June (Millikan) Cordell.
Mike received his early education at School 38 and...
William "Bill" Raymond Rice
Apr 11, 2026
William "Bill" Raymond Rice was born on January 24, 1950, in Charleston, West Virginia, and passed away on April 11, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana.
Bill served honorably in both the Navy and the Merchant Marines. Following his military service, he contributed meaningfully to the healthcare community through his career at St. Vincent Hospital-Carmel.
A man of varied talents and interests, Bill possessed...
Ronald Bannon
Apr 10, 2026
Ronald Bannon, 97, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Ronald was born on November 14, 1928, in Anderson, Indiana, to Everett and Geneva Bannon. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1946 and went on to proudly serve his country as a Master Sergeant in the Army National Guard....
Audrey June Minnick
Apr 9, 2026
Audrey "June" Minnick, 85, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on April 9th, 2026. She was born on January 24th, 1941 in Illinois to the late Earl and Lula Stroud.
June graduated from Anderson High School in 1959 and went on to work at Paul Harris, Dunham Sports, and Printed Wiring. Her most meaningful work...
Larry Stephen Winke
Apr 9, 2026
Larry Stephen Winke, age 82, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on April 9, 2026.
Larry was born on December 10th,1943 in Port Clinton, Ohio, to Stephen Joseph Winke and Mary Theresa (Hermes) Winke. He spent the first two decades of his life in Port Clinton, working and socializing with the community and people he loved....
Michael Allen Sanford
Apr 7, 2026
Michael Allen Sanford, 41, of Sheridan, Indiana, passed away on April 7, 2026. Born on September 1, 1984, in Indianapolis, Indiana, he was the beloved son of Kristy and Douglas Trumpey.
Michael was a proud graduate of Warren Central High School, Class of 2002. He went on to build a successful career in the garage door service and sales industry, where...
Juanita Jane Thomas
Apr 7, 2026
Juanita Jane (Jaquess) Thomas, 77, McCordsville, passed away April 7th, 2026, at her residence after an extended illness.
She was born July 18th,1948 in New Castle, Indiana to James Haskel and Sadie Marie Jaquess and resided in Anderson, Indiana for most of her life.
She graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1966 and was voted Prom Queen her junior year.
She worked...
Floyd Duane Swinford
Apr 6, 2026
Floyd Duane Swinford entered his Heavenly home on April 6, 2026, following a brief illness.
Born in Middletown, Indiana, on January 21, 1941, to Art and Irma Swinford, Floyd was a lifelong Middletown/Muncie resident, except for a few years spent in Ozark, AL and during his time in the U.S. Army. He often spoke of his military service as a highlight...
Lisa Sue Brown
Apr 6, 2026
Dear Friends and Family,
It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my beautiful mother, Lisa Sue Brown, on April 6, 2026, at 8:56 p.m.My mother lived a life defined by compassion, strength, perseverance, and unwavering determination. As a nurse for my entire life, she gave so much of herself to others—the sick, the hurting, and the...
