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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.
Lowell Pruett
Mar 10, 2024
The following is a life story provided by Lowell’s loving family.
Lowell James Pruett of Indianapolis passed away at age 77 on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Wellbrooke Rehabilitation of Avon following a long illness. He was preceded in death by his twin sister, Lola Jane (Pruett) Levingston.
Lowell was born on April 3, 1946...
Larry Edward Smith
Mar 8, 2024
Larry Edward Smith (78) of Brownsburg passed away after a brief battle with aggressive brain cancer on March 8, 2024 in his son and daughter-in-law’s home in Jamestown surrounded by family. Larry, known as Pops to many, had the warmest smile that made everyone feel welcome.
Larry was born in Connersville, Indiana. He is predeceased by his...
Kenneth Calhoun
Mar 7, 2024
Kenneth Calhoun, 52 of Lizton, Indiana, passed away on March 7, 2024.
Funeral services will be held at 12 pm, Saturday, March 16, 2024 in the Eric MD Bell Funeral Home, where friends are invited to gather with the family from 10 am until the time of the service.
Below is a tribute provided by...
Raymond E. Jeter, Jr.
Mar 5, 2024
Raymond E. Jeter, Jr. of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully, March 5, 2024, in Danville, IN. The following is an obituary written by his loving family.
Raymond Earl Jeter, Jr. was born November 11, 1949, in Indianapolis. His parents were Raymond and Ruth (Bennett) Jeter. He lived in Indianapolis and went to Tech High School Class of...
Cynthia L. Leonard
Mar 5, 2024
Cynthia L. Leonard, 67 of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away peacefully, March 5, 2024, her loving family was by her side.
Private services were held in the care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Pittsboro, IN.
All are encouraged to keep the Leonard family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult...
Kent R. Brunes
Mar 3, 2024
Kent Richard “Smiley” Brunes was a farmer who loved his life, and always had a smile. Kent went to be with the lord suddenly and unexpectedly on March 3, 2024, at the young age of 63. Kent was born April 21, 1960, in Lebanon, Indiana to Richard Brunes and Martha (Lindley) Brunes. Kent was a 10 year 4-H member....
Eleanor L. (Kaup) Williams
Feb 29, 2024
Eleanor L. Williams, 91 of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away peacefully in Indianapolis, Indiana, February 29, 2024. The following is a tribute written by her loving family.
Born in Denver, Colorado, Eleanor was always at peace when she could be outside. Even though Indiana doesn’t have mountains as Colorado did, she always commented that she still loved the...
Stefanie R. Smith
Feb 28, 2024
Stefanie R. Smith, 41 of Danville, IN, passed away unexpectedly in Grand Turk, on February 28, 2024. The following is a tribute written by her loving family.
Stefanie Robin Smith (Volz) was born November 24, 1982, to her parents, Mike Volz & Robbie Richmond at Hendricks County Hospital as the first girl to the family already with...
Ronald Goodwin
Feb 27, 2024
Ronald Goodwin, 78 of Lizton, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home, February 27, 2024, his loving family was by his side. The following is a life story written by his loving family.
Ron was born in Indianapolis at the old St. Vincent’s Hospital to John and Iveese Goodwin. He grew up with his older...
Jacquelyn H. Mcclung
Feb 27, 2024
Jacquelyn H. McClung, 89 of Brownsburg, formerly of Pittsboro, IN, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2024. The following is an obituary written by her loving family. Jacquelyn Hyten McClung was born on August 6, 1934, and died February 27, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Laurel McClung; her parents, Henry and Julia Hyten; her brothers,...
Sharon (Johnson) Foster
Feb 24, 2024
The following is an obituary written by Sharon's loving family.
Sharon Kay Foster, 83, Indianapolis passed away on February 24, 2024, peacefully holding her daughter’s hand and surrounded by family as she went to heaven.
Sharon was born on May 11, 1940, in Madison, Indiana and graduated from Manual High School. She owned many businesses...
Roy Clark
Feb 19, 2024
Roy Clark, 70 of Indianapolis, Indiana formerly of Danville, IN and Chicago, IL, was born into eternal life, February 19, 2024.
Son of Roy and Lucille (Klingler) Clark, who preceded him as well as wife, Cheryl (Roscop). He enjoyed golfing and bowling, watching Nascar, but was slowly watching more Indycar. He was a born and bred Cubs...
Judy (Griggs) Berkey
Feb 16, 2024
Judy Berkey, 85 of Pittsboro, Indiana, passed away peacefully, February 16, 2024 in Plainfield, Indiana. Her loving family was by her side. The following is a life story provided by her family.
Judy (Griggs) Berkey was a beautiful and loving wife, mother, and friend. She was born on June 18, 1938 to Leo and Grace Griggs. She...
Debby Landreth
Feb 6, 2024
Deborah “Debby” Landreth, 71 of Lizton, Indiana, passed away peacefully, February 6, 2024, in Brownsburg, Indiana.
Debby was born on April 24, 1952, to Archie and Maxine Trosper. She worked for TruColor Systems for several years, but most recently worked for the United States Postal Service as the Pittsboro Post Master, retiring a few years ago. She...
Lola M. Edwards
Feb 3, 2024
Below is a loving tribute from Mrs. Edwards’ family:
Lola Mae Edwards, 94, of Plainfield, passed away on Saturday, February 3rd. Lola was born on March 5, 1929, in Horse Cave, Kentucky, to the late Robert Gipson and Dora Jaggers Gipson.
Lola was married to Albert Edwards Sr, who preceded her in death. Three of...
Betty Lou (Biddinger) Mischler
Jan 28, 2024
Betty Lou (Biddinger) Mischler, 95 of Brownsburg, Indiana, peacefully passed away on January 28, 2024. Betty Lou was born on May 7, 1928, in Washington, Indiana, to Jack and Helen (McCrary) Biddinger. She graduated from Montgomery High School and then from Indianapolis Barber College. She was married to the love of her life, Thomas Mischler, in a loving union...
Keith Dean Kessler
Jan 28, 2024
Keith D. Kessler, 81 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully, January 28, 2024, in Plainfield, Indiana. The following is an obituary written by his loving family.
Keith was born June 15, 1942, in Stewardson, Illinois to Oscar and Melva Kessler. He met the love of his life, Lois, when they both worked for Firestone. The married on...
John Charles Swisher
Jan 27, 2024
John Charles Swisher of Coatesville, formally of Brownsburg, entered into his eternal rest January 27, 2024. The following is an obituary written by his loving family.
John was born on March 23, 1936, in Guilford Township Hendricks County to Ira N. and Lucille M. Swisher. The family moved to Brownsburg in 1946. He is a 1954 graduate...
Raymond Eugene Clift, Jr.
Jan 19, 2024
*Please Note Updated Service Times for Mr. Clift
Visitation will take place at Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services (220 N Maple St. Pittsboro, IN) on Friday, January 26th from 12-1pm, with a Prayer Service immediately following.
Raymond Eugene Clift Jr. born September 26, 1946 peacefully passed...
Martha A. Karsnick
Jan 16, 2024
Martha A. Karsnick, 76 of Indianapolis, Indiana, peacefully passed away on January 16, 2024. A full life story is being written by her loving family and will be available to read here momentarily.
Martha's family will celebrate her life privately. All are encouraged to keep her family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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