Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, Indianapolis, and Lawrence.
Laura Jane Fitch
Feb 10, 2024
Laura Jane Fitch, 89, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on February 10, 2024. She was born on June 3, 1934, in Bloomington, IL, to the late Ernest and Lila (Sanders) Hilton. Laura helped run the cafeteria at Heather Hills as the lead cook in the 70s. She was very passionate about helping and being there for the children.
Laura loved to...
Bart E. Carroll
Feb 10, 2024
Bart E. Carroll, 52, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of February 10, 2024. He was born on August 22, 1971, in Phoenix, AZ, to Stephen and Jacqueline (Houk) Carroll. Bart graduated from Muncie Central High School in 1989 and received his bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Ball State University. Bart received his Doctor...
Maryverrel Washburn
Feb 10, 2024
Maryverrel Washburn (widow of Paul T. Washburn) passed away in Indianapolis, Indiana on February 10, 2024 at the age of 104.
She is mother to a son Jon Washburn and daughter Kyna Verrel Washburn (deceased).
She is survived by her son, Jon Washburn; grandchildren, Brian Washburn, Kelli Yaros and Anthony “AJ” Washburn; and great-grandchildren, Zachary and Luke Yaros.
Services will be held at...
Teresa Robin Noblitt
Feb 9, 2024
Teresa Robin Noblitt, 57, of Madison, IN, passed away in Indianapolis, IN on February 9, 2024, surrounded by her family. Teresa, lovingly known as Robin, was born on March 5, 1966, in Indianapolis, IN to Charles Miller and Thelma Regena “Gena” (Deihl) Grant. Robin attended Arsenal Technical High School in Indianapolis, IN. She was a homemaker and wife to Michael...
Robert Eugene Strangeway
Feb 8, 2024
Robert Eugene Strangeway, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at the age of 70.
Robert was born on August 22, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Robert Eugene and Betty Lou (Jackson) Strangeway.
A Memorial Gathering will be held at Legacy Cremation & Funeral Services - Lawrence on Friday, February 23, 2024 from 3-5PM.
Margaret Jonas Francis
Feb 8, 2024
Margaret Jonas Francis, beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024, at her home in Anderson, IN. Born on December 11, 1969, in Parkersburg, WV, Margaret brought joy and laughter into the lives of all who knew her.
Growing up, Margaret attended Park Elementary School, Washington Jr. High School, Parkersburg High School, and Federal Hawking...
Juanita Nell Wampler
Feb 8, 2024
Juanita Nell Wampler, 86, passed away February 8, 2024, in Indianapolis, IN. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was loved by all who knew her. Juanita was born to Alfred Wilbur and Nancy Ethel Coffey in Monticello, KY, on May 1, 1937. She enjoyed a happy childhood in Kentucky and then...
Tara Folsom
Feb 8, 2024
Tara Folsom, a beloved mother, wife, and friend, passed away on February 8, 2024, in Indianapolis, IN after an extended illness. She was born on November 30, 1975, in San Diego, CA.
Tara graduated from Chrysler High School in New Castle, IN as part of the Class of 1994. Although attending college for a brief period, Tara devoted much of her...
Deborah Wethington
Feb 7, 2024
Deborah Jo Lashley-Wethington, of Indianapolis passed away on February 7, 2024. Debbie attended Southport High School and was currently actively involved in pursuing a business and marketing degree. Debbie is survived by her mother, F. Juwan (Ben) DeBoer, her father Randall Joe Lashley, her stepfather, Kent Kottmeier, and her children, William Thomas (Danielle) Brown, Jillian (Hugo) Castillo, Dusten (Amber Snyder)...
James T. Jones SR.
Feb 5, 2024
James T. Jones Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, departed from this world on February 5, 2024. He was born on November 1, 1941, in Georgetown, KY, to his parents, James and Wavy Jones.
Throughout his life, James found joy in simple pleasures and cherished moments. He was a devout Christian and found inspiration in reading his Bible daily....
Charlene Fowler Frazelle
Feb 4, 2024
In Loving Memory of Charlene Fowler Frazelle
Charlene Fowler Frazelle, born on February 11, 1948, in Indianapolis, IN, to the late Charles and Norma Fowler, peacefully passed away on February 4, 2024. Charlene was a devoted Jehovah's Witness, finding solace and strength in her faith. She was baptized in 1972 and remained faithful throughout her life, attending various Kingdom Halls...
Daniel Shaffer
Feb 3, 2024
Daniel M. Shaffer, 68, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 3, 2024. He was born on January 30, 1956, in Fort Wayne, IN, to the late Robert Lee and Alberta Cordelia (Devine) Shaffer. Daniel honorably served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp, where he received the Rifle Marksman Badge and the National Defense Service Medal. Daniel was many...
Ronald Garrett Gill Sr.
Feb 2, 2024
A proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Ronald Garrett Gill Sr., 84, transitioned from this worldly plane on February 2, 2024, surrounded by his family and friends.
Ronald G. Gill was born on February 20, 1939, to the late Ella Mae Lee Rogers and Lemuel Gill in Rockport, Indiana. He was baptized in Smithfield Baptist Church at an early age....
Pamela Sue Boram
Feb 2, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela Boram, a cherished mother, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She peacefully entered eternal rest on February 2nd, 2024. Born on April 23, 1954, in Anderson, IN, Pam leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth.
Pamela's zest for life was beautifully expressed through her love for road...
John J Cornwell
Jan 29, 2024
John J. Cornwell, 85, of Indianapolis, passed away January 29, 2024. John was born in Salem, IN, on March 6, 1938 to Orpha and John Cornwell, both deceased.
He had 3 sisters; Ona, Bonnie, and Vivian, all of whom are deceased.
John worked at the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier at Garfield Station for 31 years. He also worked at...
Elaine Noland Bahde
Jan 29, 2024
Elaine Marie Noland Bahde, age 71, of Anderson, passed away on January 29, 2024 after an extended illness. She was born on August 13, 1952 to Jeanne Kilgus.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Richard Bahde, her son Anthony Bahde (Lori), and granddaughter Liberty.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Brent Knowlton
Jan 28, 2024
Brent Alan Knowlton, 70, passed away on January 28, 2024 at home in hospice care after battling liver cancer. He was born on August 18, 1953 to Georgeanna & Duke Knowlton. Brent is survived by his three children Brensley, Kyle, and Lauren, their spouses, and four grandchildren. Brent lived a life as a charismatic salesman, a concert stagehand, motorcycle enthusiast,...
Duane L. Fuller II
Jan 28, 2024
Duane L. Fuller II, 48, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2024, in his hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on September 16, 1975, in the same city he called home throughout his entire life. Duane's untimely departure has left a void in the lives of all who had the pleasure of...
