Our Obituaries
John Hutchings Holcombe, MD
Aug 5, 2026
Dr. John H. Holcombe, MD., retired, 77, died on August 5th. He was born on August 7, 1948, in Jefferson, Texas, to John White Holcombe and Martha Kennon Driscoll Holcombe.
At the time of John’s birth, his parents owned and operated a small dairy farm in Jefferson, Texas. In 1956, John moved with his family to Muskogee, Oklahoma, where his father...
Larisa Enker
Aug 4, 2026
Laura Enker, born on May 23, 1939, in Tashkent, USSR, passed away on August 4, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was 87 years old.
Laura’s life stands as a testament to dedication, artistry, and resilience. Born in Tashkent, she cultivated her exceptional talent for music at the esteemed Tashkent State Konservatory of Uzbekistan. Her profound love and commitment to her art led...
Pacita Campos
Aug 3, 2026
Pacita Campos, beloved mother, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was 92 years old.
Born on April 6, 1934, in San Salvador, El Salvador, Pacita’s life was a testament to resilience, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family. Her journey from her birthplace in San Salvador to Indianapolis was shaped by love and courage. Throughout her...
Marvin Mitchell
Jul 30, 2026
Marvin Mitchell, 88, passed away on July 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in Indianapolis to Isaac ("Tuffy") Mitchell and Esther Meshlum Mitchell, Marvin was proud to call Indianapolis his lifelong home. He attended Shortridge High School, graduating in 1955, where he like to pretend he excelled as a student-athlete. He remained close friends with many of...
Jack Briker
Jul 29, 2026
Jack Briker, born on March 11, 1952, in Odesa, Ukraine, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2026, in Cypress, Texas. His unexpected departure has left a profound void in the hearts of the family and friends who cherished him.
Jack’s life was one marked by steadfast dedication to the people he loved and an enduring spirit shaped by his origins in...
Jeffery Dwayne Stewart
Jul 27, 2026
Jeffery Dwayne Stewart, a cherished son, husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on July 27, 2026.
Jeff was born in Indianapolis on July 17, 1969, to Carl Robert Stewart and Anna Kersey Stewart. He graduated from Pike High School in 1987.
A devoted family man, Jeff spent his life putting others before himself and treasured his friendships. He loved sports, especially...
Gary Zelinger
Jul 27, 2026
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our brother and friend, Gary Zelinger on July 27, 2026.
Gary Mark Zelinger was born April 16, 1952 in Yonkers, NY, to Dorothy and Steve Zelinger. He attended St. Mary’s Elementary School, where he was also baptized and confirmed in the Roman Catholic faith.
At an early age, Gary showed signs of a charming...
Theodore "Ted" Lee Heiby
Jul 26, 2026
Theodore “Ted” Lee Heiby, a lifelong Hoosier, passed away on July 26, 2026, surrounded by his beloved family.
Ted was born on February 6, 1949, to David Frederick Heiby and Mary Kathryn Whitacre Heiby. A gifted student, he graduated with honors from Portland High School and received a full scholarship to Rose-Hulman University. He later graduated from BYU in 1975.
On February...
Shereen Debra Farber
Jul 26, 2026
Shereen Debra Farber, 81, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on July 26, 2026, at Community North Hospital. Born July 8, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio to William and Regina Handler, Sheree attended Cleveland Heights High School and The Ohio State University, where she earned her BS in Occupational Therapy.
She began her career at Riley Hospital for Children in the IU Cerebral...
Gregory P. Parker
Jul 24, 2026
Gregory “Greg” P. Parker, age 78, passed away on July 24, 2026, in Whitestown, Indiana, surrounded by his family. Born on March 4, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois to William and Angeline Parker. Greg was a deeply social person who never met a stranger; he loved good conversation, good company, and the simple joy of being surrounded by people. Always ready...
Jason Edward Gropp
Jul 24, 2026
Jason Edward Gropp, age 49, was born in Terre Haute, IN on April 19, 1977. He died at his home in Carmel, IN on July 24, 2026 of cholangiocarcinoma. He was first diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma in 2013 just after his children were born. He received curative treatment, but the cancer returned in March of 2025. He was tenacious in his...
Bella M Sokolov
Jul 23, 2026
Bella M. Sokolov 82, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026.
Bella was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia on September 23, 1943 to her late parents Efrim and Sofia Minevich. Bella courageously came to America in search of a better life for herself and her daughter. She often said, “I came to America not for me, but for my future grandchildren.”...
Katherine Helena Martin
Jul 18, 2026
Katherine Helena (Dixon) Martin
With profound sadness, yet with the confident hope found in Jesus, the Christ, we announce that Katherine Helena (Dixon) Martin, affectionately known as "Katie," entered the presence of her Lord on July 18, 2026. Katie was born on August 9, 1978, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana, to James C. and Inez S. (David) Dixon. From an...
Carrie Jo Tishler
Jul 17, 2026
Carrie Jo (Enger) Tishler passed away Friday, July 17, 2026. She was born in Chicago and grew up in Rosemont, IL. Her family moved to Stevens Point, WI, her freshman year of high school, where Carrie excelled as a student/athlete. She attended Univ. of Wisconsin at Stevens Point on a track & field scholarship and graduated Top 1% with a...
Emily Dean Davis Norris
Jul 17, 2026
58, of Zionsville, died July 17, 2026, surrounded by those she loved most. Though her passing leaves an immeasurable void, Emily’s life was defined by her fierce love for her children, her loving care of her community, and her unwavering trust in the Lord.
She was born in Beech Grove on March 5, 1968, and immediately placed into the foster care...
John Francis Hatton
Jul 14, 2026
John Francis Hatton, born September 1, 1944, in Lafayette, Indiana, passed away on July 14, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. John’s long and honorable life touched many, leaving a legacy of kindness, dedication, and unwavering support for his loved ones.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, John is survived by his beloved wife, Theresa Anne Hatton. Together they shared a...
Riley Kennedy Clouser
Jul 11, 2026
The life of Riley Kennedy Clouser will be celebrated by her loving family and friends at a graveside service on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 11: 00 AM in Indianapolis Hebrew North Cemetery, 1300 E. 161st Street.
She is survived by her parents, Justin and Emily Clouser; her paternal grandparents, Angela and Kent Clouser; her maternal grandmother, Linda Blum; her uncles,...
Anne "Annie" Werth
Jul 7, 2026
Anne A Werth returned home to the beloved arms of God on July 7, 2026. Anne was born on May 24, 1941, in Akron, Ohio to William Ewing and Harrie A. (Kunkle) Rodgers. She was known as Annie by her friends and to her family as Grammie Annie, Grams, Mimi and mom. She lived a life marked by kindness, strength,...
Jerry Litwack
Jul 7, 2026
Jerry Litwack passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 7, 2026. He was born on April 15, 1931, in Maysville, KY, to Isadore Litwack and Ida Groban Litwack. At age six, his family moved to Cincinnati, OH, where he spent his formative years.
Jerry graduated from Walnut Hills High School in 1949 and remained good friends with many of his...
Donna Mae Clary
Jul 4, 2026
Donna Mae Clary, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, died surrounded by her family on July 4, 2026. Donna was born in Indiana on January 12, 1941. She worked hard and became a registered nurse, serving many in the greater Indianapolis community. She enjoyed her time with Quister and was a member of St. Mark's Methodist Church in Carmel.
Her...
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