Obituaries
James William Wurz
Mar 15, 2019
Indianapolis - James William Wurz, 78, died on Friday, March 15, 2019. A lifelong Indiana resident, he was born July 28, 1940 to the late Clarence and Myrtle Wurz. He attended Manuel High School. He was an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Navy where he served for 4 years. On December 20, 1964, he married Coleene "Kay" Nipple....
Phillip Noeske
Mar 13, 2019
Indianapolis - Phillip "Phil" Charles Noeske, 68, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 13, 2019, at Methodist Hospital, surrounded by his daughters. Phil was born November 10, 1950, in Park Rapids, MN to Dorothy (Rixen) Noeske and Melvin Noeske. He attended Park Rapids schools and graduated from Park Rapids High School in 1968. Phil attended Concordia College in Moorhead, MN graduating...
Starleana Lee Dollahan
Mar 7, 2019
Starleana Dollahan, 36, of Indianapolis, passed away on March 7, 2019.Starleana is survived by her son: Ronald Fortson; mother: Teresa Dollahan; father: Laroy Rush; sister, Angela Coburn; close cousins: Aaron Meyers, Elisha Meyers, Samantha Meyers, Kris Meyers, Melissa Brown, Allison Brown, Eddie Brown; grandparents: Stella Patton, Connie Butler; aunt & uncle Edmond & Gina Brown; she had a deep love...
Paul D. Anderson Sr.
Mar 7, 2019
Paul Anderson, 84, of Indianapolis, passed away on March 7, 2019. Paul was born on March 23, 1934 in Indianapolis to Paul & Mary Anderson.Paul was a long time member of the Southside Church of the Nazarene and loved to spend time with his family.Paul is survived by his wife: Norma J. Anderson, children and their spouses: Karen & David...
John Charles Rhoades
Mar 4, 2019
Indianapolis - John Charles Rhoades, 67, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2019. He was born April 27, 1951 in Logansport, IN to the late John and Ruth Rhoades. John loved the Rolling Stones and attended many of their concerts. John smiled a lot and had fun joking around with others, especially during the Christmas season. One of the best...
Robert J. Mckinney
Mar 1, 2019
Indianapolis - Robert J. "Bob" McKinney, 88, passed away Friday, March 1, 2019. He was born July 8, 1930 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Charles McKinney and Ruth (Burnside) McKinney. Bob was a devoted husband, father, educator, mentor, and friend to all who met him.Robert excelled in sports despite being born with cerebral palsy. As a tennis player, he...
Mary C. Nungester
Mar 1, 2019
Mary C. Nungester, 89, an Indianapolis native, passed away on March 1, 2019 at her residence. Mary is survived by her children and their spouses: Barbara Jo & Russell Nighbert, Carol Wash, Richard & Kay Nungester, Brian & Jeannie Nungester; 9 grandchildren and a host of other family.Mary was preceded in death by her parents: Catherine Fern Wright, Deletto Tenney;...
Robert W. Atwell
Mar 1, 2019
Robert W. Atwell, 66, of Indianapolis, passed away on March 1, 2019 after a brief illness. Robert was born on September 26, 1952 in Sullivan to Dewey and Naomi Atwell both of whom precede him in death. Robert is survived by siblings: Rena (Lou) Zehnder, Richard (Shannon) Atwell, Randall Atwell; girlfriend: Debra Hoffman; aunt: Ernestine Amos and a host of...
Phillip E. Hutchinson
Feb 25, 2019
Phillip E. Hutchinson, 81, of Acton, passed away on February 25, 2019. Phillip was born on February 12, 1938 in Beech Grove to Russell and Aletha (Johnston) Hutchinson both of whom precede him in death.Phillip loved spending time with his family very much. Music was a major part of his life and he was very active in the church choir....
Anthony Michael Lott
Feb 24, 2019
Anthony "Tony" Michael Lott was called home to Heaven Sunday, February 24, 2019. He left behind his Sister; Krystal, Brother-in-law; Scott, Niece and Nephew; Willow and Nelson, his Grandmother; Marie, Grandpa Earl and many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. Tony placed his trust in Jesus at a young age and always talked about becoming a preacher. He was a fun loving,...
Thomas L. Spangler
Feb 23, 2019
Thomas L. Spangler, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2019. Tom was born in Indianapolis on December 27, 1948 to Thomas T & Irene (Burks) Spangler both of whom precede him in death. Tom graduated from Southport High School in 1967. He started with the Marion County Sheriff's Office in 1971 and retired in 1995. Tom enjoyed fishing,...
Marsha Ellen Wiarek
Feb 21, 2019
Marsha E. Wiarek, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away on February, 21, 2019. Marsha was born in Indianapolis to Charles and Hallie (Greenwood) Foote on August 14, 1948.Marsha loved her grandkids; she enjoyed going on car trips, fishing, a love of music and being in nature. If you saw her she was smiling and enjoying her family and times together. She...
Erich Thomas Denniston
Feb 20, 2019
Indianapolis - Erich Thomas Denniston, 30, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2019. He was born November 4, 1988 in Indianapolis, IN to Claude and Katherine Denniston. He later moved to Franklin and graduated from Franklin Community High School in 2011.Erich loved music. He also enjoyed watching cartoons. His mother described him as a joy to his family who could always...
Janet Sue Strunk
Feb 19, 2019
Indianapolis - Janet Sue Strunk, 64, departed this life on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis, surrounded by her family. Born September 11, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Dilmond Strunk and Laura Strunk Robinette of Indianapolis. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Joseph Strunk; infant sisters,...
Robert Owen Chappell
Feb 19, 2019
Indianapolis - Robert Owen Chappell, 91, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2019. The youngest of 12 children, Mr. Chappell was born September 14, 1927 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Amber and Cordi Crabtree Chappell. He was an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Navy where he served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Mr. Chappell once...
Ronald Lee Leohr
Feb 16, 2019
Indianapolis - Ronald Lee Leohr, 74, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2019.He was born April 19, 1944 in Indianapolis. Ron was employed by Chrysler for 30 years. He led a full life with a loving family and close friendships. Ron has made his final ride here on earth and is now in Heaven riding on those streets of gold. Ron...
Michael Dean Hall Sr.
Feb 12, 2019
Michael Dean Hall Sr., 56, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 12, 2019. Dean was born on July 23, 1962 in Tampa, Florida to Larry and Joyce (Chapman) Hall. Dean is survived by his children: Michael D. Hall Jr., Lisa Marie Armstrong, Trisha Frederick; grandchildren: Makayla, Cieara, Makenzie, Matthew, Ricky, Izabella, Peyton, Ellianna, Cassy, Jimmy, Mallory, Emily, Pursephanie, Quintin, Cheyanne;...
Charles Eddie Johnson
Feb 10, 2019
Charles Eddie Johnson, 64, of Indianapolis passed away on Sunday Feb. 10, 2019. Eddie is an Indianapolis native; he was born on June 7, 1954 to Ramsey & Shirley (Gallamore) Johnson.Eddie was a NASCAR fan, collector of NASCAR memorabilia especially anything with Jeff Gordon endorsed and he collected coins with his brother.He was known as Uncle Ella to his nieces...
Priscilla Jane Kerr
Feb 10, 2019
Priscilla J. Kerr, 63, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 10, 2019. She was born on April 16, 1955 in Tompkinsville, Kentucky to JT and Ella Mae (Anderson) Kerr.Pris is survived by her mother: Ella Mae Kerr; children: Joshua Terry, Rachel Kerr; sisters: Pamella Gardner, Angela Bolduc; husband: Michael Knoy and a host of other family and friends. Pris was...
Karen Leeann Dodson
Feb 3, 2019
Karen LeeAnn Dodson, 41, of Indianapolis passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2019. Karen was born on August 14, 1977 in Indianapolis to Ronald & Teresa Bryant. Karen is survived by her husband: Darius Dodson; sons: Darius K. Bryant, Demetrick A. Bryant; daughter: Kamiel L. Andrews; dad: Ronald Bryant; siblings: Cynthia Acuna, Delaina Murray, Ronald "Poohie" Bryant II, Ryan Bryant...
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