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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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Donald Ralph Blanton

Donald Ralph Blanton

Jul 28, 2017

Donald Ralph Blanton, 85 of Pittsboro, IN, passed away in his home, surrounded by those he loved, on July 28, 2017.

Donald was born March 26, 1932 in Pittsboro to Ralph and Cordis (Jones) Blanton.  He was a 1950 Graduate of Pittsboro High School. He married Virginia (Kiger) Blanton on May 28, 1953 a marriage that would...

Hilda Maria Patterson

Hilda Maria Patterson

Jul 20, 2017

Hilda Maria Patterson, 84 of Pittsboro, IN, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017.

Hilda was born February 2, 1933 in San German, Puerto Rico to Angel L. and Carmen (Oritz) Ramirez de Arellano. She was a graduate of James Monroe High School.

Hilda became a resident of Pittsboro in 1962 when her soon-to-be fiancé, Richard...

Carolyn (Rose)  Goldsmith

Carolyn (Rose) Goldsmith

Jul 14, 2017

Carolyn “Cookie” Rose Goldsmith passed away, surrounded by family, on July 14, 2017 in Avon, IN after a brief battle with cancer. She was born May 6, 1948 in Wainville, Webster Co., WV. She was the eight child, second daughter, of the late Eugene “Gene” and Arlice “Lucy” Rose.

Cookie attended Wainville grade school and...

Lillian Rose Cundiff

Lillian Rose Cundiff

Jul 13, 2017

Lillian Rose Cundiff, 61 of Pittsboro, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on July 13, 2017. Lillian was born August 1, 1955 in Indianapolis to William and Frances Haynes. She was a graduate of Pike High School and earned her Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Vincennes University. During her nursing career she served and comforted families in...

Rudy Gene Sanders

Rudy Gene Sanders

Jun 14, 2017

RUDY GENE SANDERS, age 72 of Pittsboro, Indiana passed away on June 14, 2017. Mr. Sanders was born on May 17, 1945 in Indiana. He graduated from Ben Davis High School in 1963 and Rose-Hulman in 1967. He was self-employed at BIM Solutions, LLC as a structural engineer. Visitation will be on Friday, June 16, 2017 from 5 to 8...

Maurice B. Spoon

Maurice B. Spoon

Jun 10, 2017

MAURICE B. SPOON, 82 YEARS OF PITTSBORO, INDIANA, PASSED AWAY SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2017. BORN SEPTEMBER 28, 1934 IN MOORESVILLE, IN THE SON OF SCHUYLER SPOON, SR. AND EDITH(WRIGHTSMAN) SPOON. HE MARRIED LOUZINA M (MERRITT) ON SEPTEMBER 1958 IN PITTSBORO, INDIANA. MAURICE WAS TOWN MARSHALL FOR THE TOWN OF PITTSBORO RETIRING ON DECEMBER 31, 1999. LATER HE WAS A CROSSING...

Barbara R. Henderson

Barbara R. Henderson

May 28, 2017

BARBARA R. HENDERSON, AVON, IN, AGE 87 PASSED AWAY SUNDAY MAY 28, 2017. BORN JULY 26, 1929 IN PITTSBORO, IN, THE DAUGHTER OF CHESTER WALDO AND VIOLA (STANLEY) REYNOLDS. BARBARA WAS A GRADUATE OF PITTSBORO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1947. SHE MARRIED GEORGE J. HENDERSON AUGUST 25, 1951 IN PITTSBORO. SHE WAS A MEMBER OF THE CLAYTON CHRISTIAN CHURCH AND...

Jeanette L. Terrell

Jeanette L. Terrell

May 27, 2017

Jeanette L. Terrell, age 88 of Brownsburg, formerly of Pittsboro, passed away May 27, 2017. Born November 9, 1928 in Eminence, Indiana the daughter of Robert and Hazel Kenworthy. Jeanette graduated from Eminence High School. She was a member of the Pittsboro Christian Church and the Pittsboro Order of the Eastern Star. She married Robert W. Terrell who survives. Also...

Myra E Hess

Myra E Hess

May 12, 2017

Myra E. Hess, Brownsburg, IN passed away at her residence Friday May 12, 2017. Born May 23, 1947 in Indianapolis, the daughter of Carl O. and Esther (Aspen) Bentley. July 18, 1964 she married Ronald A. Hess in Clinton, IN who survives. Other survivors include daughter Rhonda Echard, son, Scott Hess (Joell Smith), daughter, Nicole Ford (Rodney), 9 grandchildren, 4...

Ronald D. Haggard

Ronald D. Haggard

May 4, 2017

RONALD D. HAGGARD, age 73, of Pittsboro, Indiana passed away May 4, 2017. Ron was born on September 10, 1943, in Dunnville, Kentucky to the late George Edward and Arlie Mae (Brown) Haggard. Ron graduated from Pittsboro High School in 1961. He married Gerry L. (Whiteford) Haggard in Indianapolis, Indiana on January 25, 1964. He was employed by Baldauf Trucking...

Shelby Gene Murphy

Shelby Gene Murphy

May 4, 2017

SHELBY GENE MURPHY, age 73 of Pittsboro, Indiana passed away May 4, 2017. He was born on June 28, 1943 in Liberty, Kentucky to the late Anderson Earl and Opal Lee (Emerson) Murphy. He married Tonya (Wallen) Murphy on October 25, 1986 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mr. Murphy served in the US Army in Vietnam. He retired from Shield-Sexton as a...

Hazel L. Whitaker

Hazel L. Whitaker

May 4, 2017

HAZEL L. WHITAKER, age 81 of Pittsboro passed away May 4, 2017. Hazel was born on September 21, 1935 in Hazard, Kentucky the daughter of Andy and Mertie Miller. She married James M. Whitaker, Sr. on December 21, 1958 in Danville, IN. He preceded her in death on October 16, 2005. Survivors: Son, Carl Wayne Shepherd; Daughters, Kathy Kelly, Darlene...

William E. Sherman

William E. Sherman

Apr 21, 2017

William E. Sherman, 86 years , of Ft. Myers, FL, passed away at his residence, Friday April 21, 2017 Born April 9, 1931 in West Newton, IN, the son of William and Oma (Pierce) Sherman. March 1, 1996 he married Kathleen A. Cowden in Bradenton, FL. She survives. Also surviving are daughters Tina R. Brunes and Brenda D. Clark,(A. J.)...

Donna C. Gentry

Donna C. Gentry

Mar 7, 2017

Donna C. Gentry, 65 years, passed away Tuesday March 7, 2017. Born May 22, 1951 in Harlan, KY the daughter of Freeman A. and Bernadine (Collins) Carter. June 9, 1973 in Pittsboro, IN she married Robert L. (Bob) Gentry who survives along with daughters, Sarah Gentry Dillon (Bill), Beth Knapp (Scott), 5 grandchildren, two brothers, Kenneth W. Carter (Brenda) and...

Kristina Sue Edwards

Kristina Sue Edwards

Feb 26, 2017

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Donna Sue Broyles

Donna Sue Broyles

Feb 10, 2017

Donna Sue Broyles, 55 years of Lebanon, IN passed away February 10, 2017. Born May 2, 1961 in Danville, IN the daughter of Arnold L. and Thelma L. (Davis) Graham Donna graduated from Tri West High School in 1979. She and Robert (Bob) Broyles were married in July 1981 at the Pittsboro United Methodist Church. Bob preceded her in death...

Jeanne Elizabeth Merrill

Jeanne Elizabeth Merrill

Feb 2, 2017

JEANNE ELIZABETH MERRILL, age 83, of Brownsburg, IN passed away February 2, 2017. Jeanne was born on August 15, 1933 the daughter of the late Foster C. and Mary Elizabeth (Baker) Smith Allen. She married Ramon D. Merrill on October 14, 1973 in Pittsboro, IN. He preceded her in death on January 1, 2010. Jeanne was a self-employed Beautician from...

Kirk William Kelly

Kirk William Kelly

Feb 2, 2017

KIRK WILLIAM KELLY, age 57, Pittsboro, IN passed away February 2, 2017. Kirk was born on June 5, 1959 the son of Joseph W. and Bett Lou (Myer) Kelly. He married Kathy M. Whitaker on January 8, 1977. Kirk was a Machinist for Allison Division R.R. and a member of the Brownsburg American Legion. Survivors: Wife, Kathy Kelly; Son, Joseph...

Gladys M Shaw

Gladys M Shaw

Jan 28, 2017

Gladys M. Shaw, 85 years, of Pittsboro, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2017. Born in Cumberland County, Kentucky the daughter of Benton and Stella (Branham) Norris. Gladys married Zilbert T. Shaw in Edmondton, KY on December 6, 1947. He passed away on August 5, 1985. Surviving Gladys are sons, David T. Shaw, Jerry A. Shaw and Larry J Shaw (Patricia),...

Martin Logan Bickley Ii

Martin Logan Bickley Ii

Jan 23, 2017

Martin Logan Binkley II, passed away January 23, 2017. Born January 12, 1955 the son of Martin Logan Bickey and Lucille Bickley (Beat). He was a distribution Specialist for Sur-La-Table in Brownsburg, IN. Martin was a member of the Brownsburg American Legion. Survivors include a brother Scott E. Bickley and a sister Karen A Sutherland. Visitation will be Monday January...

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