Our Obituaries
Larry Melvin Huse
Jan 21, 2026
Larry Melvin Huse, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home in Noblesville, Indiana on January 21, 2026, just days before his 83rd birthday. He was born on January 26, 1943, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Charles Evans and Wilma Hiday Huse.
Following his graduation from Anderson High School, he entered into an apprenticeship program that would...
Keith Eugene Jones
Jan 21, 2026
Keith Eugene Jones, age 75, died Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the Henricks Regional Health Center in Danville, Indiana, although he was a resident of Speedway, Indiana. He was born April 21, 1950, in Newark, Ohio, to Frank L. "Kelly" and Sarah Mayne (Kinser) Jones.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers-Larry, Durward, and Jimmy; one sister, Janie;...
Sawyer John Anthony Balay
Jan 20, 2026
Our sweet baby boy Sawyer John Anthony Balay was born on Jan 20th 2026 and now walks in heaven with his brother Waylon. Our sons are loved beyond all measures, they are held in our hearts everyday. The best days of my life as their mother will be the times I was able to carry them, the time I was...
Dr. Gottipaty N. Rao
Jan 20, 2026
Dr. Gottipaty N. Rao, a distinguished physicist, educator, and scholar, passed away peacefully at the age of 89. He was a devoted father, grandfather, mentor, and lifelong seeker of knowledge whose work and presence spanned continents, institutions, and generations.
Born in a village in Andhra Pradesh, India, Dr. Rao’s early life was shaped by humility, discipline, and intellectual curiosity. The son...
David Efim Kolesnikov
Jan 20, 2026
David Efim Kolesnikov, born on December 26, 1934, in Nikolaev, Ukraine, passed away on January 20, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He lived a life marked by dedication and hard work, establishing himself as a respected truck driver throughout his career.
David's journey began in his birthplace of Nikolaev, where he developed a strong appreciation for the value of hard work. This...
Janet Eileen Glazer
2026
Janet Eileen Glazer, 79, of Indianapolis, died peacefully, surrounded by her immediate family, on Saturday, January 17th, 2026.
Jan was born on October 21, 1946, in Columbus, Indiana to Kenneth Paul Hendricks and Sheila McDonnell Hendricks.
She graduated from Columbus North High School, having enjoyed both the academic and the social life – especially her time as a cheerleader. After high school,...
Christopher Alan Teclaw
Jan 15, 2026
Christopher Alan Teclaw, 31, born on January 31, 1994, in Baraboo, Wisconsin, passed away suddenly on January 15, 2026, in Noblesville, Indiana. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend, whose life touched many during his brief but impactful years. Though he was born in another state, he felt that Fishers, IN area was his home.
Chris began his working life...
Margaret "Peggy" Capaldo
Jan 15, 2026
With great sorrow, we announce that Margaret “Peggy” Capaldo, recently of Carmel, IN, passed away on January 15, 2026, at age 94.
Peggy was born on December 3, 1931, in Pittsburgh, PA. She is predeceased by her parents, Victor and Rose Wassel; her sister, Frances Jacox; and her husband of 46 years, Frank Capaldo. Frank and Peggy were married in 1953...
Yevgeniya Shapiro
Jan 15, 2026
Yevgeniya Shapiro, 102, of Indianapolis, passed away on January 15, 2026.
She was born on June 18, 1923, in Bazar, Ukraine, to Boris and Klara Dorfman.
Yevgeniya came to the United States and made a home in Indianapolis.
She was a loving friend, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She lived for 32 years at Park Regency Apartments, where she sang in the choir and was...
Chandrasekaran Ramachandran
Jan 14, 2026
Chandrasekaran Ramachandran, beloved father, grandfather, friend, and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana. He was 85 years old.
Born on March 30, 1940, in Palani, Tamil Nadu, India, Chandrasekaran's life journey was one marked by dedication, service, and an unwavering commitment to education and family. He earned a Master's degree, which reflected...
Elliott Gussow
Jan 14, 2026
Elliott Gussow, 88 years old, passed away on January 14, 2026. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to Jossie and Lillian Gussow on October 15, 1937. He was an Air Force Veteran. He worked as a meteorologist, computer programmer and a computer program analyst. He was the loving husband of Rosalie Gussow and father of Michelle Gussow and Beverly Matheus...
Sally Jo Stadler
Jan 13, 2026
Sally Jo Stadler, a dedicated registered nurse and beloved member of her community, passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 76. She was born on August 5, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, where she spent her formative years surrounded by family and friends who loved her dearly.
Sally’s passion for caring for others led her to pursue a career...
Jeffrey Dean Tilton
Jan 11, 2026
Jeffrey Dean Tilton, 58, passed away on January 11, 2026, after a courageous battle with a brain tumor. Born on May 21, 1967, in Fargo, North Dakota, Jeff lived a life defined by service, humility, faith, and deep love for people across cultures and continents.
Jeff was a proud U.S. Army veteran, serving as a specialist and later continuing his commitment...
Daniel Spitzberg
Jan 8, 2026
Daniel H. Spitzberg, M.D.
December 29, 1940 – January 8, 2026
Noted ophthalmologist, philanthropist, and business leader Daniel H. Spitzberg, M.D., passed away peacefully while wintering in Scottsdale, Arizona, following a brief stay in hospice care on the campus of Mayo Clinic. His wife, Susanne McAlister, and daughters, Laura and Julie, were by his side. Daniel will be remembered for his kind...
Lisette Maria Jeanne Roberte Robert
Jan 7, 2026
Lisette Maria Jeanne Roberte Robert, born on May 6, 1935, in Bénévent-et-Charbillac, France, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana. She was a beloved homemaker whose nurturing spirit touched the lives of many during her lifetime.
Lisette was preceded in death by her loving parents, Jean Robert and Odette Pietri. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Isabelle...
Jim Edwards Smulyan
Jan 6, 2026
Jim Edwards Smulyan
Jim Edwards Smulyan, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Jim was born on August 15, 1953, the son of Samuel and Natalie (Stolkin) Smulyan. Jim grew up in Indianapolis and attended Park Tudor and North Central High Schools and attended Indiana University where he developed a lifelong love for...
Gurmit Kaur Bhinder
Jan 5, 2026
Gurmit Kaur Bhinder, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026. She was born on April 13, 1945, in Kotla Khushipur, India, where her journey began, filled with love and warmth that she would carry throughout her life.
Gurmit's life was a testament to the power of family and the bonds that tie...
Sandra Lazarus Rothbaum
Jan 4, 2026
Sandra L. Rothbaum passed away on January 4, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born on August 29, 1944, the only child of Kiefer and Sara (Lisker) Lazarus. She cycled through Shortridge, North Central, and Broad Ripple High School. She attended Radcliffe College in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which by the time she got there, had separate admissions and housing, but was...
Buenita Joyce Greenbaum
Jan 2, 2026
Buenita Joyce Greenbaum
May 20, 1951 – January 2, 2026
Buenita Joyce Greenbaum passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, in Westfield, Indiana, at the age of 74. She was born in Rochester, New York, on May 20, 1951, and graduated from the University of Miami. She was a preschool teacher for 30 years.
At the heart of Buenita’s life was her family....
Savita Kumari Tatia
Jan 1, 2026
Savita Kumari Tatia, lovingly known as Naniji, Badi Dadi, Nani Bhua, and Ma, passed away peacefully at home on January 1, 2026, at 4:25 p.m. in Carmel, Indiana, at the age of 97.
Born on May 1, 1928, in pre-partition India (now Rangpur, Pakistan) Savita Kumari Tatia lived a life shaped by history, scholarship, generosity, and remarkable personal strength. She studied...
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