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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.
Mary Ann Bancroft
Dec 12, 2021
The following is an obituary written by Mary Ann's loving family.
On Dec. 12 loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt, Mary Ann Elizabeth Bancroft 96 passed away. She is survived by her grandson Scott R. Smith, (Jaime), and great-grandchildren Connor and Paige Smith of Pittsboro, Ind.; stepdaughter Carol Overton (Michael), granddaughter Audrey Paul (Caleb) and great-grandchild Brody...
Donald Lee Downing
Dec 9, 2021
Donald Lee Downing, 87 of Brownsburg, Indiana, peacefully passed away on December 9, 2021 at Countryside Meadows. Donald was born on January 26, 1934 to Virgil and Mary (Anderson) Downing. He faithfully served his country in the United States Air Force in the Korean War. After earning several medals and being honorably discharged, he became a millwright for Link-Belt. ...
Benny A Mitchell
Dec 8, 2021
Benny Allen Mitchell, 74, of Plainfield, Indiana passed away December 8, 2021. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on February 23, 1947, to Ada Virginia Magness and Henry Lee Mitchell. Ben graduated from Whiteland High School in 1965. Ben married his high school sweetheart, Diana Kay Inabnitt. Together they had three sons, Ben, Eric and Toby.
Besides...
Walter R. Ingram
Dec 7, 2021
Walter R. Ingram, 67 of Lizton, passed away unexpectedly, December 7, 2021, in Hendricks Regional Health, Danville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Walter's family through the State Bank of Lizton.
Friends and family will gather on Friday, December 17, 2021, from 4 pm to 7 pm at Eric M. D....
Miranda Jones
Dec 6, 2021
Miranda Jo Jones, 33 of Reelsville, Indiana, passed away on December 6, 2021. Miranda was born on October 26, 1988 in Indianapolis to David and Sheryl Jones.
She is survived by her parents, David and Sheryl Jones; her sister, Andrea Jones; her brother, David Jones; her four children, Trenton Earley, Kierra McNew, Kinzley Jones, and Karson Jones;...
Becky Gibbons
Dec 6, 2021
Becky Sue Gibbons, 74, Pittsboro, IN, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 11:25 pm onTuesday, December 6, 2021 at Hendricks Regional Health in Brownsburg surrounded by her family.
She was a resident of Pittsboro for over 30 years and formally a resident of Lebanon.
She was a member of the Pittsboro Methodist...
Douglas Hughes
Dec 1, 2021
Douglas Hughes of Maplewood, Indiana passed away on December 1, 2021. Below is a tribute written by his brother.
The Last Voyage
December 1, 2021, Douglas 'Reckem' Hughes stuffed himself into his custom, 1993 Plymouth Voyager--it had a special red pinstripe acquired at the local Lizton Dairy bar on one side, and one of yellow...
Norman L. Blume
Dec 1, 2021
Norman L. Blume, 74 of Avon, Indiana passed away unexpectedly, December 1, 2021 at IU West Hospital in Avon.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Pittsboro.
All are encouraged to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
John A. Davis
Nov 26, 2021
John A. Davis, passed November 26, 2021 peacefully at Majestic Care in Avon, Indiana.
John was born March 4, 1953 in Kendallville, Indiana to Harold “Gabby” Davis and Barbara DeBelius. He graduated from East Noble High School in 1971 and then Hanover College where he earned his degree in Education in 1975. He eventually earned his Master’s...
Julie D Wubben
Nov 24, 2021
Julie D. Wubben,52, of Brownsburg, IN passed away unexpectedly, November 24, 2021 in her home with her loving family by her side.
Julie was born on January 20, 1969 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She graduated from Brownsburg High School in 1988. She embraced her love of children by becoming a nanny and later establishing an in-home daycare program. ...
Thomas Michael Dinkel
Nov 22, 2021
Thomas “Tom” Michael Dinkel, also known as Papa, 72 of North Salem, Indiana, surrounded by his loved ones, peacefully passed away and went to our Lord November 22, 2021.
Tom was born July 30, 1949 in Indianapolis, Indiana to George and Marian (Zurschmeid) Dinkel. He grew up with four brothers and attended and graduated from Cardinal Ritter...
Donald Rinker
Nov 15, 2021
Donald “Don” Joseph Rinker, 60 of Pittsboro, Indiana, peacefully passed away on November 15, 2021. Don was born on July 28, 1961 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Don and Violet (Douglas) Rinker. He had a long and productive career as a construction supervisor and enjoyed coaching both softball and football.
In addition to his parents, Don was preceded...
Harry Kieninger
Nov 13, 2021
Harry Andrew Kieninger II, 75 of Indianapolis, Indiana, peacefully passed away on November 13, 2021. Harry was born on June 9, 1946 in Indianapolis to Harry Andrew and Eva Mae (Wilson) Kieninger. He faithfully served his country in the United States Army from 1966 to 1968. He served in Vietnam as a Combat Medic and was awarded the Purple...
Randall Gowan
Nov 12, 2021
Randall “Randy” L. Gowan, 56 of Danville, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2021. Randy was born on July 1,1965 in Lafayette, Indiana. He graduated from Brownsburg High School in 1984 and went on to become a Journeyman Millwright for Local 1003 and 1076 for 32 years, retiring in 2015. Randy received the United States Department of Labor...
William J. Dwyer
Nov 4, 2021
William J. Dwyer 81, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on November 4, 2021, at his home.
He was born May 27, 1940, in Chicago, IL to Landin and Jean (Leonard) Dwyer, he worked his entire career in the logistics industry, beginning with the railroad and continuing in the freight industry.
In addition to his...
Mary Elizabeth Fleenor
Nov 2, 2021
Mary Elizabeth Fleenor, 88 of Plainfield, IN, passed away peacefully, November 2, 2021 at Cumberland Trace in Plainfield, Indiana.
Arrangements are pending in the care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Pittsboro, Indiana.
Tonya Annette Perry
Oct 27, 2021
Tonya Annette Perry, 53 of Lizton, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on October 27, 2021. She was surrounded by her loving and devoted family.
Friends and family will gather on Tuesday, November 2, 2021 from 4 pm until 7 pm at Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home in Pittsboro, Indiana. The funeral service will be...
Mark Miller
Oct 22, 2021
Mark Miller, 71 of Veedersburg, Indiana passed away unexpectedly, October 22, 2021 in Lafayette, Indiana at Franciscan Health East.
He was born to the late Glenn and Helen Miller on May 12, 1950 in Crawfordsville. He was a retired veteran of the US Army. Mark loved playing golf, fishing, hunting, traveling and watching his favorite sports teams....
Leroy Smith
Oct 18, 2021
Leroy Smith, 78 of North Salem, Indiana passed away unexpectedly, October 18, 2021 in Hendricks Regional Health, Danville, IN.
Friends and family will gather from 4pm until 7pm, Friday, October 22, 2021 in the North Salem United Methodist Church, with a Masonic Service concluding the evening at 7pm.
Funeral Services will be held at 10...
James Spelbrink
Oct 16, 2021
James Spelbrink, of Speedway, Indiana passed away unexpectedly, October 16, 2021.
Arrangements are currently pending in the care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Pittsboro, Indiana.
All are encouraged to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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