Obituaries

Our Obituaries

Ethan Zhi Bin Koh

Ethan Zhi Bin Koh

Jun 22, 2026

Ethan Zhi Bin Koh, born on July 30, 2025, left this world far too soon on June 22, 2026. In his brief time with us, Ethan was the sweetest boy, touching the lives of all those around him with a spirit of strength, innocence, and love that will be cherished forever.

Ethan was the beloved son of Ernest Koh and Rachel...

Ashokkumar Gandalal Patel

Ashokkumar Gandalal Patel

Jun 19, 2026

With profound respect and deep sadness, we remember the life of Ashokkumar Gandalal Patel, who passed away suddenly at his home in Atwood, Illinois, on June 19, 2026. Born on July 31, 1968, in Mehsana, Gujarat, India, to his parents Gandalal Jivabhai Patel and Raiben Gandalal Patel who both preceded him in death, Ashokkumar’s life was a testament to family...

Anya I. Shapiro

Anya I. Shapiro

Jun 14, 2026

Anya I. Shapiro passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana. She was born on October 3, 1931, in Kyiv, Ukraine, to the late Isaac Abramovich Rubinov and Malcha Bentzi Kvitnaya Rubinova. She lived a life marked by dedication and kindness, leaving an indelible impact on all who knew her.

Anya devoted her career to shaping young minds as...

Dennis Jay Reinbold

Dennis Jay Reinbold

Jun 13, 2026

Dennis Reinbold passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, friend, and a gifted businessman, mentor, songwriter, and craftsman. His life was defined by hard work, generosity, determination, and a deep passion for family, community, and motorsports.

Above all, Dennis was a family man. He measured his...

Vanessa Lynn Nelson

Vanessa Lynn Nelson

Jun 11, 2026

Vanessa Lynn Nelson, vibrant, loving, smart, and funny, passed away on June 11, 2026.

She was an honors graduate of Noblesville High School in 2004. Vanessa loved her time as both camper and counselor at Waycross Camp in Brown County, IN where she made many life long friends. Following high school, she attended Indiana University where she majored in English, and...

Ira Sheriden

Ira Sheriden

Jun 11, 2026

Ira Sheriden, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 11, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana. Born on September 27, 1941, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, Ira lived a life marked by commitment—to his career, his country, and most importantly, his loved ones.

Ira proudly served his country in the Army, and pursued higher education to earn a Bachelor’s Degree from...

Bhikhiben Mohanbhai Patel

Bhikhiben Mohanbhai Patel

Jun 7, 2026

In Loving Memory of Bhikhiben Mohanbhai Patel July 27, 1940 – June 7, 2026

With hearts heavy in sorrow yet overflowing with gratitude for a life richly lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Bhikhiben Mohanbhai Patel on June 7, 2026, at her home in Carmel, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. Bhikhiben was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and...

Owen Daniel Butler

Owen Daniel Butler

Jun 6, 2026

Owen Daniel Butler was born on Friday, May 22, and went to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 6, passing peacefully in his parents’ arms.

Though his time on Earth was brief, Owen's impact was immeasurable. During his two weeks of life, he touched the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He spent one week in the NICU at...

Joitabhai Mangaldas Patel

Joitabhai Mangaldas Patel

Jun 5, 2026

It is with profound sorrow yet heartfelt reverence that we announce the passing of Joitabhai Mangaldas Patel, a cherished soul whose journey began on the first day of March in the year 1948, in the vibrant land of India. After a life abundant in dedication and simple virtues, Joitabhai departed this world peacefully on the fifth of June, 2026, in...

Peter Wells

Peter Wells

Jun 3, 2026

Peter Wells 1939 - 2026

Peter Wells, 86, a dedicated community leader and champion of Jewish causes worldwide, passed away peacefully in Indiana.

Born in Port of Spain, Trinidad in 1939 to Herta and Egon Werberg, Peter's life began amid his parents' courageous flight from Vienna to escape Nazi persecution. Several months after his birth, the family reached the United States, changed...

Robert Altmanshofer

Robert Altmanshofer

Jun 2, 2026

Robert "Bob" Altmanshofer, age 83, a longtime resident of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on June 2, 2026, in Fishers, Indiana.

He was born on October 4, 1942, and raised in Wall Lake, Iowa. He earned an undergraduate degree from Iowa State University and a master's degree in Electrical Engineering from IUPUI/Purdue University. He dedicated many successful years to RCA, pushing the...

Hiroshi Trinh

Hiroshi Trinh

Jun 2, 2026

Hiroshi Trinh, a devoted husband, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, in Fishers, Indiana. Born on October 10, 1956, in Mỹ Tho, Vietnam, Hiroshi lived a life marked by dedication and commitment to his family.

Hiroshi earned his Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, reflecting a strong foundation in education that complemented his professional skills. His career as a nail salon...

Edith Anne Anderson

Edith Anne Anderson

Jun 2, 2026

Edith Anne Anderson, 82, formerly of Davenport, Iowa, passed away in Indianapolis on June 2, 2026. Edith was born in Davenport on December 11, 1943, to Hugh and Louise Cluff. She moved to Indianapolis as an adult.

Prior to retiring in 2006, Edith was the department manager of the Infants Department in the Anderson Walmart Store.  Her greatest joy was spending...

Carol B. Gardner

Carol B. Gardner

Jun 1, 2026

Carol Brooks Gardner, 78, formerly of Berkeley, California, passed away on June 1 in Indianapolis, where she lived since 1986. She was a professor of sociology at IUPUI for almost thirty years and author of the book Passing By: Gender and Public Harassment, published by University of California Press in 1995.

Carol was born on March 1, 1948, in Newark, New...

Roberta "Bobbie" Beth Akers

Roberta "Bobbie" Beth Akers

May 31, 2026

Roberta Beth “Bobbie” Akers, 83, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, in Carmel, IN. Born October 28, 1942 in Crawfordsville, IN to the late Robert Grant and Mary McFerran Williams.

After graduating from Stephens College (Missouri), she earned a degree in dental hygiene from Indiana University in 1964. Bobbie was a dedicated and compassionate dental hygienist for over 20 years,...

Deanna Kay Freeman

Deanna Kay Freeman

May 26, 2026

Deanna Kay (Arnold) Freeman passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 26, 2026, having lived a good and meaningful life. Deanna was born January 13, 1940, to Stanley and Louise "Luke" Arnold, joining her older sister Donora and completing their family. Deanna grew up in southern Indiana, graduating in 1958 from Tell City High School where she played first...

Andrea Huisden Brown

Andrea Huisden Brown

May 24, 2026

Andrea Feaster Huisden Brown, 53, passed away on May 24th, 2026, in her home in Westfield, IN. Born in Fort Bragg, North Carolina on October 5th, 1972, to Bill Feaster and Cynthia Stafford, Andrea Feaster Huisden Brown was known for her kind soul, humble intellect, and loving devotion to her family. 

In 1990, she graduated from Hamilton Heights High School of...

Rosemary Brown

Rosemary Brown

May 22, 2026

Rosemary Brown was born on August 16, 1942 at Herman Keifer Hospital, in Detroit, Michigan to Charles Lacefield and Mary LaVerne Thomas. Rosemary graduated from Eastern High School. She continued her education at Detroit College of Business. She was the proud mother of two children, Julie Ann Chester and Richard F. Brown Jr. (deceased). Her love for family extended to...

Ophelia Georgiev Roop

Ophelia Georgiev Roop

May 18, 2026

Ophelia Georgiev Roop, most recently of Indianapolis, died on May 18, 2026. She was born on January 3, 1946, in Kyustendil, Bulgaria as the first child of V. Rev. Boris and Raina Georgiev. Even under the darkening clouds of the Bulgarian communist government, her christening was a large and joyful event for her family and friends, celebrated with a roasted...

Shirley Kurlander

Shirley Kurlander

May 16, 2026

Shirley Prince Kurlander, beloved matriarch, journalist, dedicated community leader, and proud Hoosier, passed away on May 16, 2026 at the age of 90.

Born on April 3, 1936, in Indianapolis to Ben Prince and Esther Newbauer Prince, Shirley graduated from Shortridge High School in 1953 and earned a degree in Journalism and English from Indiana University Bloomington in 1957. A natural...