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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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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.
Wayne A. Jones
Jan 13, 2024
Wayne A. Jones, 88 of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away peacefully, January 13, 2024 in Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.
Born March 7, 1935 to Harold and Lillian Jones, he is the youngest of eight children. He was born and raised in Terre Haute, IN until the family moved to Lewis, IN when he was a high school freshman. It...
Tyler Andrew Traut
Jan 5, 2024
The following is an obituary written by Tyler’s loving family.
Tyler Andrew Traut, 25, of North Salem for the past 18 years, passed away unexpectedly on January 5, 2024.
Tyler was born on December 2, 1998 to Amanda Jo Traut in Danville, IN.
Tyler graduated from Tri-West High School in 2017. After high...
James R. May
Dec 26, 2023
James R. May , 85 of Lizton, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home, December 26, 2023.
Funeral Services with Masonic Honors will be held at 1 pm, Tuesday, January 2, 2024, in the Eric MD Bell Funeral Home, where all are invited to gather with the family from 11 am until the time of...
Larry Kelley, Jr.
Dec 24, 2023
Larry Kelly, Jr., 54 of North Salem, Indiana, passed away on December 24, 2023. The following is an obituary written by his loving family.
Larry “Will” Kelley, 54, son of Pamela Jo and Bobby "Griff" Griffith, husband to Leslie Kelley, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his parents’ home on December 24, 2023. Larry was one...
Howard A. Haight
Dec 13, 2023
Howard Haight, 71 of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away on December 13, 2023. The following is an obituary written by his loving wife, Kathy.
Howard Haight was born and raised in Pomona, California, and he lived in Southern California 54 years before moving to Brownsburg 17 years ago.
He grew up in Pomona, California, about a...
Nancy L. Anderson
Dec 13, 2023
Nancy L. Anderson , 71 of Plainfield, IN, passed away peacefully, December 13, 2023 in her home.
Private services were held for Nancy.
All are encouraged to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Anita Baumunk
Dec 8, 2023
The following is an obituary written by Anita’s loving family.
Anita Baumunk, 83 of Lizton, Indiana, passed away, December 8, 2023.
She was born May 26th,1940, to the late Russell Ray & Elenor Ray.
Anita attended Brownsburg High School with the class of 1958.
She married John L. Baumunk, ...
Fred Woods
Nov 28, 2023
Frederick Lee Woods , 86, of Pittsboro, IN, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, surrounded by his four loving daughters. Preceded in death by his wife Iris (Tomlinson) Woods, parents Lewis Manning Woods and Brenda (Schad) Woods and brother Lewis ‘Sonny’ Manning Woods II.
Fred leaves behind Four daughters: Viki (Woods) Caldwell (Phillip Leapley),...
Richard L. Spencer
Nov 26, 2023
Richard L. Spencer, 70 of Avon, Indiana passed away peacefully, November 27, 2023 in Danville, Indiana.
Mr. Spencer was a 1972 Graduate of Ben Davis High School and was a machinist for Lin Belt - Rexnord.
In accordance with his wishes, he will be laid to rest privately in the Lizton K of P Cemetery,...
Shirley Ann Coleman Burnell
Nov 25, 2023
Shirley Ann Coleman Burnell, 88 of Danville, Indiana, went home to be with the Good Lord, November 25, 2023.
Shirley gave her heart to Jesus Christ at an early age and continued to practice her faith throughout her life. She was an active member of Whitestone Christian Church.
Shirley had many roles in her life...
Richard Carel Crist
Nov 25, 2023
Richard C. Crist, 92 of Brownsburg, Indiana passed away peacefully, November 25, 2023.
Graveside Services with Military Honors, will be held at 1 pm, Saturday, December 9, 2023 in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, IN.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held in June near the time of his birthday.
Memorial...
Catherine Alexander Coy
Nov 23, 2023
Catherine Irene Coy, 97, died, November 23, 2023, at Cumberland Trace, Plainfield, Indiana. She was a resident of Indianapolis, Indiana and Pittsboro, Indiana.
She was born November 22, 1926, in Brown Township, Brownsburg, IN. Her parents were Dora and Raymond Alexander of Pittsboro. Survivors include two sons, James R. Coy (Delight 2017) of Cloverdale, and Mark D....
Margaret Anne (Johnson) Curtis
Nov 22, 2023
Margaret Anne (Johnson) Curtis “JoJo” August 16, 1950 - November 22, 2023
Margaret passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the age of 73. Mom. Sister. Grandmother. Daughter. Friend.
Margaret was a child of the 60’s…She was a Beatles and 60’s music fan, free spirit, and activist. She loved her children and granddaughter...
James E. "Obie" O'Brien
Nov 22, 2023
James Edward O'Brien, 84, a resident of Indianapolis, Indiana, peacefully passed away on November 22, 2023. Affectionately known as "Obie" to those close to him, he was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His unwavering faith in Jesus Christ defined his life as a devout Catholic.
Born on July 15th, 1939, to Thomas R. O'Brien and...
Gail Colby
Nov 16, 2023
Karen “Gail” Colby went to her heavenly home on November 16, 2023. Her life of 72 years was deeply dedicated to God, and those who knew her have no doubt she was greeted in heaven by her late husband, Edward Stone Colby, her daughter, Rena, and her loving parents, Roy & Hazel Carlton.
Gail was...
Phyllis A. (Stamm) Gibbs
Oct 31, 2023
Phyllis A. Stamm Gibbs, 88 of Pittsboro, Indiana, peacefully passed away in her home with her loved ones by her side.
She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on September 8, 1935, to the late Harold O. Stamm and Mildred B. Kelly.
She was married to the late Casey J. Gibbs for 65 years. They married...
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