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Recent obituaries in Hendricks County and Surrounding Areas

The obituaries in the Hendricks County along with Pittsboro, Brownsburg, Danville, North Salem, Lizton, Avon and surrounding areas reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity in Hendricks County and surrounding areas history and identity.

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Harold Edwin Hudlow

Harold Edwin Hudlow

May 15, 2022

Harold Edwin Hudlow, 93, passed peacefully on May 15, 2022, in the presence of loved ones. Harold was born June 10, 1928, in Wea, Indiana to James Harrison Hudlow, Sr. and Vivian Leota Sheets. He is predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Cecilia Burldene Wilson.

Harold lived and worked in his hometown of West Lafayette, Indiana...

Nettie Evaline Mccullough

Nettie Evaline Mccullough

May 5, 2022

Nettie Evaline McCullough, 98, passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, May 5, 2022, with her beloved sons at her bedside.  The following is an obituary written by her loving family.

Nettie was born on October 24, 1923, in New Ross, Indiana to Claude and Opal Bronaugh.  She is predeceased by her two brothers, Charles and John, her...

Alice Mildred Palma

Alice Mildred Palma

Apr 16, 2022

The following is an obituary written by Alice's loving family.

Alice Mildred [nee McClintock] Palma, 103, of Indianapolis and formerly of Brownsburg, died April 16, 2022. Alice was born March 31, 1919, in West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park IL, the fourth and last child of John and Lela McClintock, all of whom predeceased her. Her father,...

Kimberly Sue Fruchtnicht

Kimberly Sue Fruchtnicht

Apr 11, 2022

Kimberly "Kimmie Sue" Fruchtnicht, 61 of Pittsboro, Indiana, passed away in her home on April 11, 2022.  Kim was born on March 9, 1961 to William and Virginia (Coons) Salmon.  She graduated from Brownsburg High School.

Kimmie Sue is preceded in death by her parents, William and Virginia Salmon.

She is survived by her four...

Margaret “Peg” Williams

Margaret “Peg” Williams

Apr 2, 2022

Margaret “Peg” Williams, 81 of North Salem, Indiana, peacefully passed away on April 2, 2022, with her loving family by her side.

Margaret “Peg” Williams was preceded in death by her parents Maynard “Ding” and Helen Smith Burnsworth, and her three brothers: John Michael “Mike” Smith, Paul  Dennis “Denny” Smith, and Phillip Grant Smith, along with her...

Mark D. Neel

Mark D. Neel

Mar 30, 2022

Mark D. Neel, 55 of Brownsburg, Indiana passed away, March 30, 2022.

Friends and family will gather at the funeral home on Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 2 pm until the time of military honors at 4 pm.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services.  All are encouraged to...

James Robert Barnette

James Robert Barnette

Mar 29, 2022

James Robert Barnette, 81 of Pittsboro, Indiana, peacefully passed away on March 29, 2022, with his loving family by his side.  James Robert was born on May 5, 1940, in Kingsport, Tennessee to James Henry and Lona Viola (Harrison) Barnette.  He was a jack-of-all-trades and a NASCAR-loving car enthusiast who enjoyed working on vehicles both in his own garage...

William R. "Ronnie" Love

William R. "Ronnie" Love

Mar 26, 2022

William Ronald Love, 73, of Pittsboro, Indiana passed away peacefully, March 26, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana, with his family by his side.  He had a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer for 14 months.

Ronnie was born on January 29, 1949 in Fountain Head, Tennessee to Bailey Love and Verna (King) Love.  He graduated from Pittsboro High School...

Judith Battista

Judith Battista

Mar 14, 2022

Judith “Judy” Ann (Reed) Battista, 64, peacefully passed away in her home in Charleston, South Carolina, surrounded by her loving family after a well-fought, courageous battle with cancer, on March 14, 2022. Spending much of her beautiful life in Brownsburg, Indiana and Estero, Florida, Judy was well-loved by all who knew her. She found her best friend and love...

Phillip L. Clark

Phillip L. Clark

Mar 9, 2022

The following is an obituary written by the loving family of Phillip L. Clark.

Phillip L. Clark, resident of Shippensburg, PA went to be with the Lord on Wednesday March 9, 2022, at Mammoth Lakes California hospital at the age of 59.  Phil was Born May 30, 1962, in Danville, IN, residing in North Salem, before graduating...

Richard D. Cade

Richard D. Cade

Mar 4, 2022

Richard Donald Cade, age 95, peacefully passed away of natural causes while asleep next to his wife, Dorothy, of 74 years, on Friday, March 4, 2022.

Born to Richard and Farabelle Cade on December 12, 1926, in Huntington, WV, “Don” or “Duck”, as he was known to his family and friends, played football for Wayne High School,...

Rebecca “Becky” Ann (Robbins)  Tidd

Rebecca “Becky” Ann (Robbins) Tidd

Feb 25, 2022

Rebecca “Becky” Tidd passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 25, 2022. She was born September 23, 1942 to Jesse and Constance Robbins in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Becky met and married the love of her life, Donald Tidd, 63 years ago; it was love at first sight for the pair and the rest is history.  She loved...

Jody Klepper

Jody Klepper

Feb 19, 2022

Jody Marie Klepper, 75, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 19, 2022 at her home in Danville, Indiana, surrounded by her family.

Jody was born in Monterey, California January 4, 1947.  While attending Fresno State University, she worked at the Fresno County Sheriff's office as a warrant clerk, where she would meet her future husband, Ron.  Ron and...

David S. Mayfield

David S. Mayfield

Feb 18, 2022

David S. Mayfield, 78 of Lizton, Indiana, passed away on February 18, 2022.  A full life story is being written and will be available to read here soon.

Friends and family will gather at the funeral home on Thursday, April 14, 2022, from 11 am until the time of the service at 12 pm.  David will be...

Mark (Steve) Steven Myers

Mark (Steve) Steven Myers

Feb 17, 2022

Mark (Steve) Myers, 62 of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 17, 2022.  Steve was born June 12, 1959 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Arnold E. Myers and Retha L. (Davis) Myers.  He was a talented, self-employed painting contractor who had an equal passion for art and the outdoors. Steve was known for his infectious smile...

Anna Gray

Anna Gray

Feb 17, 2022

Anna J. (Gregg) Gray, 76, Pittsboro, passed away February 17, 2022. Anna was born on April 14, 1945 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Raymond and Evelyn (Riley) Gregg. She married Bobby C. Gray on December 7, 1968. Upon his passing on March 5, 2014, they had been married for 45 years. They were blessed with 3 children Brian,...

Jeanette Oliver

Jeanette Oliver

Feb 16, 2022

Jeanette Oliver, 84 of North Salem, Indiana, passed away on February 16, 2022.  Jeanette was born on April 2, 1938 in Lebanon, Indiana to John Hugh and Alice Gretta (Walton) Clements.  In 1966 she married the love of her life, Patrick Oliver, a loving union that lasted until his passing in 2013.  She was a brilliant woman and taught...

Richard Smith

Richard Smith

Feb 14, 2022

Richard L. Smith, 77 of Pittsboro, Indiana, peacefully passed away on February 14, 2022.  Arrangements are currently pending in the care of Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services.  All are encouraged to keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Betty Jean Jackson

Betty Jean Jackson

Feb 13, 2022

Betty Jean Jackson, 95 of Greenwood, Indiana, formerly of Lizton, Indiana, peacefully passed away on February 13, 2022.  Betty was born on September 23, 1926 in Pittsboro, Indiana to Walter and Hattie (VanHorn) Jones.   She graduated from Lizton High School and married the love of her life, Edwin Jackson, on November 24, 1946 at Lizton United Methodist Church.  Their...

Denise Emily Hake

Denise Emily Hake

Feb 6, 2022

Below is a tribute from Denise’s loving family.

Denise Emily Hake, (nee Geuss) Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Sunday, February 6, 2022. Beloved wife of John Hake Jr.; loving mother of Samantha (husband Kenneth) Griggs and Alyssa (husband Dylan) Payne; loving grandmother of Braylee Payne; dear daughter of the late Charles and Johanne Geuss;...

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