Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, Indianapolis, and Lawrence.
Graham Barras
Aug 2, 2021
Graham Lee Barras, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on August 2, 2021 at his home. He was born on December 14, 1981 to the late Joseph Andre Barras and Shirley Lee (Rogers) Barras.
There are not enough words in the world to fully describe Graham. For those that knew him felt his warm embracing hugs, would see his bright smile,...
Joann Matilda Saunders
Aug 1, 2021
JoAnn Matilda Saunders, daughter of Rudolph and Hillary Jones, came into this world on February 14, 1948.
JoAnn received her formal education in the Indianapolis Public Schools system. She graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1966. She worked for 2 years at RCA from 1966-1968. She spent 35 years working as an Administrative Assistant and Production Technician at Eli...
Ross D. Moffitt
Jul 30, 2021
Ross D. Moffitt, 82 died peacefully in his sleep on July 30, 2021 in Greencastle, Indiana in the company of his family. Ross was born on November 29, 1938 in Carmel, Indiana to Maurice and Elsie Moffitt both deceased. He grew up with brothers Don (deceased), Bob, Quentin, and sister Ann (deceased). He was drafted in the Army upon graduation...
Sarah Helen Barrett
Jul 29, 2021
Sarah Helen Barrett passed away in her home in Lawrence, Indiana on July 29th 2021. Sarah was born September 14, 1947 to Pauline and Chester Pierce. Sarah was the youngest of 4 daughters, Dorothy, Margaret (deceased), and Marilyn.
Sarah is survived by her children: Danny, Melissa, and Keith, along with 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Sarah enjoyed volunteering in the...
Floretta Mae (Downs) Eli
Jul 27, 2021
The family is currently working on Floretta’s obituary. Please check back for updates.
Troy Scott Marling
Jul 21, 2021
Troy (Scott) Marling, 54, of Anderson, IN, passed away at his Home on Weds. July 21, 2021 from a yearlong battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Born to Larry and Linda (Pruitt) Marling on July 19, 1967, he graduated from Highland High School in 1985.
Scott worked for Pyle Pools of Indianapolis, IN as a Pool Tech for the last several years...
Mr. Kevin Stewart Smith
Jul 20, 2021
Kevin Stewart Smith, age 57, of Indianapolis, IN died unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. He was a native of Indianapolis, born on October 11, 1963.
He graduated from Scecina High School with the Class of 1982 and then went on to study cosmetology. He was a cosmetologist for over 35 years, for the last 22 years...
John "Jerry" Weitzel
Jul 17, 2021
John Jerome Weitzel, 68, of Indianapolis, passed away on July 17, 2021. John, otherwise known as Jerry, was born on February 4, 1953 in Springfield, IL to the late Carl Thomas and Mary Alice (Stevens) Weitzel. Jerry graduated from Springfield High School in 1971 in Springfield, IL.
Jerry worked various jobs throughout his life. At Sears Roebuck as parts...
William Paul Hilligoss
Jul 16, 2021
William Paul Hilligoss (December 31, 1937-July 16, 2021)
Bill Hilligoss, went to be with his God on Friday, July 16, 2021 at the age of 83.
Mr. Hilligoss was born in Anderson, Indiana in 1937 and raised in the Irondale section of the city. He shared a small, shack of a childhood home with a family which eventually...
Bill Basil Wood
Jul 16, 2021
Bill Basil Wood passed away peacefully on Friday, July 16th following an extended illness. He was born in Anderson, Indiana on January 12th, 1945 to George and Mary (Ricks) Wood.
Bill attended Anderson High School where he enjoyed playing basketball and chasing skirts. After high school he worked for the railroad for many years and took side jobs...
Connie Sue Gilbert
Jul 15, 2021
Connie Sue Gilbert (Ramey-Reasor), 73, of Shelbyville, passed away on July 15th, 2021. She was born in Indianapolis to the late Woodrow (Bee) Ramey and Juanita Bundy-Ramey on April 10th, 1948. She is also preceded in death by her two Sisters.
Connie was known for her culinary skills and she loved to share her recipes with others. Connie is also...
Robert F. Miller
Jul 15, 2021
Robert Frank Miller, 76, of Carmel, passed away on July 15, 2021. He was born in Chicago, IL on August 12, 1944, to the late Frank and Mary Miller. Bob graduated from Lane Tech High School (Chicago, IL) in 1962, and Michigan Technological University (Houghton, MI) in 1967, with a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering. He had worked on his Master’s...
