Obituaries
John E. Gannon
Nov 2, 2018
John E. (Boomer or J.G.) Gannon Jr., 63, of Indianapolis passed away on November 2, 2018. He was born on July 27, 1955 to the late John and Marcia Gannon in Indianapolis. The unofficial "Mayor of the Eastside" was an amazing storyteller who could take over an entire room of people at the blink of an eye. His storytelling is...
Rubin Miller
Oct 31, 2018
Rubin Miller, 71, of Acton passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at his residence with his loving family by his side. Rubin was born on November 23, 1946 in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Arlan & Christine (Napier) Miller.Rubin served in the United States Army earning the rank of Sargent, and was awarded the Markesman and National Defense Service Medal....
Jacob Lee Burns
Oct 31, 2018
Jacob Burns, 23, of Indianapolis, passed away on October 31, 2018. Jake was born on August 18, 1995 in Peru to Michelle Jeffries and Lee Burns Jr. Jake was a loving son and brother who loved anything Star Wars. He worked as a manager for Hot Box Pizza at the downtown location on Georgia Street for the last couple of...
Lisa Noelle Sissom
Oct 28, 2018
Franklin - Lisa Noelle Sissom, 44, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, October 28, 2018. Lisa was born April 16, 1974 in Indianapolis, IN to Toni Berglund and the late William Jack Doss. She graduated from Perry Meridian High School in 1992. Lisa was employed by the VA Medical Center where she served as a supervisor in the Health Benefits Unit....
Patricia Mae Fugate
Oct 27, 2018
Indianapolis - Patricia Mae Fugate, 65, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018.Patti was born July 31, 1953 in Beech Grove, IN. She retired from Rexnord Link-Belt after decades of service. Additionally, she was the proud owner/operator of KiKi Tan.She is survived by her daughter, Autumn Fugate-Sarmiento; sons, Ronald Fugate, Jr. and Randall Fugate; sisters, Cindy and Virginia; brother, Richard; 10...
Renda Kay Staton
Oct 27, 2018
Indianapolis - Renda Kay Staton, 80, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018.Mrs. Staton was born October 9, 1938 in Indianapolis to Albert and Charlotte Ruble. She owned and operated Ruble Flowers, a flower shop founded by her parents in 1945. She was very involved in youth sports at Rhodius Park and Carnine Little League for many years. She also enjoyed...
Thomas Edward Philpot
Oct 26, 2018
Greenwood - Thomas Edward Philpot, 69, passed away Friday, October 25, 2018, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is tremendously missed.He was born on June 28, 1949, in Bloomington, Illinois. Tom (aka Buster or Little Tom) spent his childhood with his late sister, Phyllis, and 5 brothers, in southern and central Indiana, until he was enlisted in the army...
Carol A. Rhoades
Oct 20, 2018
Carol A. Rhoades, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away on Oct. 20, 2018. Carol is survived by her husband: John C. Rhoades; son: Nathan West (Melissa); a sister, 3 brothers, 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. Carol was preceded in death by parents; son: Larry Riddle.Private services will be conducted at the convenience of her...
Hans G. Franson
Oct 15, 2018
Hans G. Franson, 77, of Indianapolis passed away on October 15, 2018. Hans moved from Sweden with his family at the age of 10 and has lived around the United States since. He served in the United States Navy as a submariner. Hans enjoyed woodworking, wood carving, classical music, photography and gymnastics as a young man. He retired from AT&T...
Billy Ray Couch
Oct 8, 2018
Indianapolis - Billy Ray Couch, 68, went home to be with the Lord Monday, October 8, 2018. Mr. Couch was born October 1, 1950 in Leatherwood, KY. He married Joann West November 15, 1970. He was employed by Marion County where he served as a mechanic. He was awarded the key to the city of Indianapolis for maintaining the Canal...
James Dean Kidwell
Oct 2, 2018
James Dean Kidwell, 57, of Indianapolis, passed away Oct. 2, 2018. Jim is survived by his four siblings and their spouses: Tammy & Luis Martinez, Thomas Kidwell, Scott & Ruby Kidwell, Susie Kidwell and a host of other family and friends.Jim was preceded in death by his parents: Donald "Bud" & Imogene (Oliver) Kidwell; sister-in-law: Diane Kidwell.Visitation will be on...
Richard Charles Longworth
Sep 30, 2018
Indianapolis – Richard Charles Longworth, 82, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018, after a long illness.Mr. Longworth was born July 13, 1936 in Indianapolis, IN to Alice G. Longworth. He was raised in Fountain Square and attended Indianapolis public schools. He enlisted in the US Air Force in January of 1953 after lying about his age. He was stationed in...
Carmon K. Rankin
Sep 29, 2018
Indianapolis - Carmon K. Rankin, 96, passed away Saturday, September 29, 2018.Mr. Rankin was born February 17, 1922 in Perryville, AR. He was drafted into the US Navy in 1944. He served as a 3rd class painter during WWII. He was honorably discharged in 1946. He was employed in the ice cream business from the time he was discharged from...
Rudy R. Day
Sep 24, 2018
Rudy R. Day, 80, an Indianapolis Native passed away on September 24, 2018. Rudy was born on October 15, 1937 to Lee & Helen (Hensley) Day. He earned an associate degree from Lincoln Tech after returning from the United States Army, where he served with the Engineering Corp.Rudy was the owner and operator of Days Locksmith and worked formerly for...
Tracy Lynn Clements
Sep 22, 2018
Tracy Lynn Clements, 48, of Indianapolis, passed away September 22, 2018 after a long battle with an illness.Tracy was an avid Bingo and card player. She enjoyed watching NASCAR Car Racing with her Dad.Tracy is survived by her father: Joseph J. Clements; son: Kenneth Rackemann; siblings and their spouses: Christina Himes; Tony & Connie Clements, James & Tina Allen, Joey...
Patricia A. Payne
Sep 21, 2018
Patricia A. Payne, 84, of Indianapolis, passed away on September 21, 2018. On October 5, 1933 she was born to Earl and Garnet (Roger) Good in Lebanon.Pat graduated from Jefferson High School and then went on to Ball State University. She then began her career as a teacher in New Market Elementary and then moved to Coal Creek Central; Pat...
Richard Lee Cosgrove
Sep 20, 2018
Indianapolis - Richard Lee Cosgrove, 78, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018.Mr. Cosgrove was born July 12, 1940 in Louisville, KY to the late Elmer and Martha Cosgrove. His family described him as a man whose hobby was humor. While he had many interests, his favorite thing to do was spending time with his family and friends.Mr. Cosgrove is survived...
Sherrie Mae Lewis
Sep 20, 2018
Sherrie Mae Lewis, 57, of Indianapolis passed away on September 20, 2018. On July 12, 1961 Sherrie was born to Jimmie & Shelby (Dodson) Russell in Beech Grove, Indiana.Sherrie loved her family and being part of their lives, she enjoyed working in her flower garden.Sherrie is survived by her husband: Kevin Lewis; children: Eric & Emily Flynn, Stephanie Stanley; siblings:...
Charles P. Shepherd
Sep 19, 2018
"Are we having fun yet?" These words will always be associated with Charles "Charlie" Shepherd who had a smile, a joke, and a caring nature for others for every situation that came his way. Charlie finally lost his long and courageous battle to cancer on Wednesday, September 19, at home with his loving family, friends, and dog surrounding him. He...
Roselyn ÂRosieâ Arias-Fernande
Sep 18, 2018
Roselyn "Rosie" Arias-Fernandez, 52, of Dayton, Ohio and formerly of Indianapolis. She is a graduate of Southport High School in the class of 1984. Rosie passed away on Sept. 18, after a battle with Leukemia.Rosie never turned a stranger away, she was always giving and helping to all.Rosie is survived by her parents: Charles & Brenda Schoenbachler of Beech Grove;...
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