Our Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Russell R. "Rusty" Massingale II
May 14, 2026
Russell (“Rusty”) R. Massingale II, 65, of Indianapolis, IN was commended into the arms of the Lord on May 14, 2026. Except for a short time in Texas after enlisting in the United States Army, Rusty lived all his life in Central Indiana. Rusty attended Brownsburg High School and many of his lifelong friendships were made during his time in...
Stuart Douglas LeDuc
May 11, 2026
Stuart Douglas “Doug” LeDuc passed away on May 11, 2026, in his Westfield home with family nearby, following a prolonged battle with cancer.
He was born March 6, 1954, on the former Naval Air Station in Hutchinson, Kansas to John William LeDuc and Dorothy Irene Stevens.
Doug grew up in Charleston, Ill., then served two years as a missionary in the German-speaking...
Kanubhai Desaibhai Patel
May 6, 2026
Kanubhai Desaibhai Patel, a distinguished professional in the banking sector, passed away on May 6, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana. Born on November 4, 1955, in Anand, India, Mr. Patel dedicated his life to a career marked by commitment and excellence within the banking industry.
Throughout his career, Kanubhai Patel earned a reputation for his integrity, leadership, and deep understanding of financial...
Ronald Netzorg
May 4, 2026
Ronald Netzorg was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Phyllis and Robert Netzorg on May 23, 1948.
He was a proud graduate of School 80, Broad Ripple High School, and Indiana University in Bloomington.
Ron was a realtor in both Indianapolis and Los Angeles. Some years later, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where he worked for American Greeting Cards. He made Atlanta his...
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