Obituaries

Dec 30, 2025

On August 12, 1937, Mrs. Clara Lloyd gave birth to James Lester Lloyd. He was raised by both parents, Preston and Clara Lloyd, on the Bass Plantation located in Indianola, MS, and was the 4th child out of 9 children. 

James was educated in Indianola, MS where he graduated High School and joined the Army. He served for 4 years before...

Dec 30, 2025

Theresa “Terri” Lynn Stutler, age 73, of Brownsburg, IN passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. She was born on December 31, 1951, in Milan, IN, the daughter of the late Wayne and Bonnie Martin Stutler.

She is survived by her brothers: Richard (Carolyn) Stutler of Madison, IN and David (Georgette) Stutler of Buford, GA; two nieces: Sandra (Russell) Bastyr of...

Dec 28, 2025

Heather Rose (Loftus) Wilbur, 53, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025. She was born on March 17, 1972, at Community Hospital in Anderson, IN.

Heather graduated from Anderson High School in 1990 and went on to build a life filled with hard work, love, and laughter. She dedicated more than 20 years to Marsh and LoBill’s, spent...

Dec 27, 2025

Phyllis, a beloved grandmother, passed away surrounded by the love she spent a lifetime giving to others. She was one of a kind—creative, caring, and full of imagination.

She also had a camera in her hand wherever she went. Mamaw loved capturing moments of her family, preserving everyday memories and special occasions alike. Thanks to her, so many precious moments were...

Dec 25, 2025

Harley Lee Ham, 87, of Indianapolis, passed away on December 25, 2025. He was born on September 3, 1938, in Linton, IN to the late Medford and Marie (Brown) Ham. Harley graduated from Linton High School in 1956, and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University. He worked as a civilian computer engineer for Naval Avionics Center...

Dec 24, 2025

Glenn Lawson Jr., born September 5, 1955, passed away on December 24, 2025, in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, surrounded by his family. He was a resident of Greenfield, Indiana.

Glenn was the beloved son of Barbara Lawson and the late Glenn Lawson Sr. He was the eldest of three children and was raised alongside his sister, Margaret, and his brother, Virgil...

Dec 21, 2025

Betty (Fryman) Fullen, age 73, of Indianapolis passed from this life to the next on December 21 at the home of her eldest son after prolonged health struggles from which she is now free.

Born February 5, 1952, in Cynthiana Kentucky, Betty was the 16th of 18 children born to Odus and Arphia (McNese) Fryman. She married Bobby Fullen on May...

Dec 20, 2025

Samuel “Sam” Van Hogge, 66, of Indianapolis, passed away on December 20, 2025. He was born on February 19, 1959, in Indianapolis to George M. Hogge and Patricia A. Shaw.

Sam is survived by his daughter, Shannon Runyan and her husband Jesse, and his son, Sam Hogge. He was a devoted grandfather to Landyn Hogge, Carsyn Hogge, and Ravyn Hogge. He...

Dec 19, 2025

Curtis Lee Andrews, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025 at the age of 64.

He was born in Indianapolis on December 07, 1961, to the late James and Margie Andrews.

After graduating from high school, Curt worked with shipping in the logistics field for over 40 years before he retired.

He was happily married to Kathy (Humphrey) Andrews for...

Dec 16, 2025

Daniel Shawn Harris I (“Big Dan”)

Daniel Shawn Harris I, affectionately known as “Big Dan,” age 65, peacefully passed away on December 16, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana at IU Methodist Hospital. In the city where he was born, raised, and lived his entire life.

Dan was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend whose love for his family and faith...

Dec 15, 2025

Terry “TJ” Manuel left this world too soon on December 15th, 2025. He was born in Indianapolis August 13th, 1986.

TJ grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from high school and then continued his education, studying business.

A hard worker and handy man, TJ worked as a contractor for several years.

TJ was a loving man with a great sense of humor. Though...

Dec 12, 2025

Bobbie Watkins, a cherished member of the Indianapolis community, passed away on December 12, 2025, at the age of 51. Born on November 26, 1974, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Bobbie dedicated her life to caring for others, both in her professional and personal life.

Always one to care for others, Bobbie worked at Miller's Senior Living Community for five years, where she...

Dec 11, 2025

Karen Kay Manley of New Whiteland, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at the age of 78. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on January 20, 1947 to the late Howard and Norma Harvey.

Karen is preceded in death by her father, Howard Harvey, mother, Norma Harvey; sisters, Joyce Little and MaryEvelyn Armstrong; and brother Bobby Harvey; husband Ronald...

Dec 10, 2025

Joseph Stephen Young, 74, passed away at his home, surrounded by family, in Alexandria, Indiana, on December 10, 2025. He was born on January 8, 1951, in Abbeville, South Carolina, to E.B. and Mabel Young.

Joseph lived a life defined by selflessness, faith, and service to others. He graduated cum laude from Columbia Bible College and went on to serve as...

Dec 10, 2025

Sheila Dyan Mayo (Carrico), age 58, passed away on December 10, 2025. 

She was born January 10, 1967 in Marion, Indiana, where she resided throughout her life. She was married to James Rodney Mayo until he passed away in March 2024. 

She was also preceded in death by her mother, Janice Goodman, her stepfather, David Goodman, and father Butch Carrico. 

She is survived...

Dec 9, 2025

Dec 9, 2025

Linda Kay Idlewine, 78, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. Born on July 26, 1947, in Anderson, Linda lived a life filled with curiosity, creativity, and love for the simple joys that made her happiest.

Linda had a unique passion for finding four- and five-leaf clovers, often pressing them in books as cherished keepsakes. She was an...

Dec 8, 2025

Elmeus Milien, né le 14 juillet 1950,

de Timeny Milien & Sylficat Prophète,

originaire de Port-Margot (Cap-Haïtien Nord), Haïti.

Il était en effet un homme craignant Dieu.

Il a épousé une femme extraordinaire nommée Ernanie Pierre (décédée) en 1981.

Affectueusement surnommé Elme, Papa Pep, Ti Bouda, Lan Mizè, Papa Bon Kè,

Elmeus était un homme d’affaires, courtois et très travailleur qui a vecu une vie bien...

Dec 8, 2025

Susan “Sue” Jeanette Jackson, 77, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025. She made her home in both Indianapolis, Indiana, and Bloomington, Illinois, where she built a life filled with love, purpose, and deep connection.

Susan was the mother of four children — Tami Primmer and her husband Lee, Nicholas Jackson and his wife Dawn, Bryan Jackson, and Christopher Jackson. She...

Dec 8, 2025

Richard Phillip Ripberger, 71, entered his heavenly home on December 8, 2025 Born in New Castle, Indiana and raised in Anderson, Indiana, Richard was one of nine children. He attended 10th Street Elementary, Northside Middle School, and graduated from Anderson High School.

Richard married, started his family, and spent many years working in construction and roofing. His hands built countless things...