Obituaries

Nov 6, 2011

Diana B. Kline Leve, 97 years of age, of Indianapolis, passed away November 6, 2011. She was an active member of Congregation Beth-El Zedeck, Beth-El Sisterhood, National Council of Jewish Women, Hadassah, Jewish Welfare Federation, National Council of Christians and Jews and NAACP. Diana is survived by her loving children, Carole Leve Tavel, Ronald Leve, Aaron Leve and David Leve;...

Nov 6, 2011

Martha Jean Ford, 76 passed away peacefully at Hooverwood Nursing Home on November 6, 2011. She was born on December 21, 1934 in Gamaliel, KY to the late Maude Pipkin and Earl Comer. Martha relocated to Indianapolis in 1950 where she attended Shortridge High School, graduating in 1953. She was the past president of the Indianapolis chapter of the Lincoln...

Nov 2, 2011

Mary Catherine Avery, 83, of Indianapolis, passed away November 2, 2011. She was born May 10, 1928 in Knightstown, IN to Frank and Jane (Allen) Mauck. After graduating from Knightstown High School, Mary worked as a doctor's private secretary in Phoenix, AZ for 10 years, retiring in 1975. She moved to Indianapolis in 1980. Mary is survived by three daughters,...

Oct 26, 2011

Barbara Storch, 90, of Indianapolis, passed away October 26, 2011. She was born October 23, 1921 in Cairo, Egypt, the daughter of Abdallah and Eugenie Ackaoui who preceded her in death, and sister of Antonie, Lodi, Richard, and Margaret. After meeting and marrying Chester Storch, the love of her life, in her native Egypt, the couple went to live in...

Oct 24, 2011

Marcia "Mit" L. Caldwell, age 75, of Cadillac died October 24, 2011. She graduated from Jackson High School in 1953 and lived in Lowell, Michigan from 1968 to 1992. She is survived by her sons, Tom (Carolyn) Caldwell of Fishers, Indiana, and Greg (Anna) Caldwell of California; six grandchildren; and sisters, Judy (Mike) Watkins of Denton, Texas, and Barbara Ervin...

Oct 23, 2011

Albert L. Sylvester, 66 passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 23, 2011. He was born in Terre Haute, IN on January 4, 1945 to the late Arvid and Mary (Cash) Sylvester. Al is survived by his wife, Cindy; his brother, Edward; and many fabulous friends. He was an avid golfer and loved music and history. A celebration of...

Oct 23, 2011

Michael Anthony Wanser, "Iron Man Michael" 6 of Zionsville, received his angel wings after an 11 month battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Michael loved being a big brother, playing with his friends, WWE wrestling, Indy Car racing, legos, and playing video games. He also liked playing soccer, flag football, and doing trampoline and tumbling gymnastics. He will always be remembered...

Oct 17, 2011

Helen Marie McDonald, born September 12, 1946 in Grand Island Nebraska, passed away on Monday October 17th, 2011. Marie was the daughter of Robert McLaughlin and Evelyn Vada McLaughlin. Marie grew up as a military child which afforded her opportunities to live in many different states with her parents and brother, Robert, including Hawaii and California. Marie married and had...

Oct 15, 2011

Jay B. Farrar, Born 4/23/1955 Deceased 10/15/2011 Jay was preceded in death by his father, R. Budman Farrar. Survivors include his mother, M. Joyce Blahnik; wife, Patricia J. Farrar; sisters, Marcia (Jerry) Amm, Marla (Greg) Dell, and Merri Kay Farrar; brother, Todd W. Farrar; sons, William and David Farrar; step-son, Dustin (Samantha) Bragg; grandchildren, Austin and Shelby Bragg; five nephews;...

Sep 16, 2011

Louise Mabel Winter, 78 of Indianapolis passed away September 16, 2011. She was born on June 27, 1933 to Eugene and Mabel (Tryon) Judkins. She was an Army Veteran and served during the Korean Conflict in Japan. She was a member of the Indiana Womens Veterans Association. Louise was preceded in death by her husband and two of her children....

Jun 1, 2005

Dr. Alan Gregory Tavel

Indianapolis, IN — Dr. Alan Gregory Tavel, a devoted optometrist, beloved son, brother, uncle, and cherished friend, passed away on June 7, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, generosity, and deep connection to his community. Born and raised in Indianapolis, Alan remained a proud Hoosier throughout his life.

He attended Westlane Middle School and Park School for high...

Jan 1, 2001

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Jan 1, 1970

Ronald Harry Grumbacher, 72, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022. He was born on January 16, 1950, to parents Rudy and Margaret Grumbacher.  Ron left a legacy of integrity and generosity.  He was giving of his time, his endless wisdom, and his caring heart.  He embodied a love for life, his friendships, and his family.  Ron enjoyed spending his...

Jan 1, 1970

Alex Star or “Papa” as he was affectionately called by all those who knew him, passed away at peace on Thursday, December 9.

Papa was born in a small town in Hungary (Szil) on February 20, 1926.  He was a survivor in the truest sense of the word.  He endured the Holocaust, where he lost a number...

Jan 1, 1970

Armilda “Armi” Williams

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother died on July 11, 2021 in Naples, Florida.  Armi was a long time resident of Indianapolis.

She was a graduate of Purdue University School of Nursing and worked as a registered nurse at both Community East Hospital and St. Vincent Hospital.  She was a member...

Jan 1, 1970

On Thursday, March 11th, 2021, Richard Morgan, a loving husband, son, brother, father, and grandfather passed away at the age of 88.

Richard was born on October 6th, 1932 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Marion Etta and Sam Morgan. He was a first-generation college graduate who paid his way through Butler's pharmacy school. Along with his...

Jan 1, 1970

Robert McCallum, M.D., passed away on June 6th.  The son of Joseph Thomas Carey McCallum, M.D. (“Mac”), and Evelyn (MacDougal) McCallum, Bob had three siblings, and lived a life devoted to family and patient care. He was an Eagle Scout, and a very proud graduate of Shortridge High School.  At Butler University, Bob served as the athletic trainer under...

Jan 1, 1970

Dennis Brian Disney

Of Indianapolis, passed away at his home on November 3, 2019 at the age of 56.  Dennis was born in Beech Grove, IN on August 9, 1963.  He was a 1981 graduate of Mooresville High School.

Dennis was an avid golfer and loved...