Obituaries

Oct 7, 2017

Jay D. Snider 65 years of age, passed away on October 7, 2017 at Riverview Hospital with his beloved wife Karla by his side.

Jay was born in Bloomington, IN on December 22, 1951 to Douglas and Elise Snider. He was a graduate of Indiana University and received his MA in Photography from the Rhode Island School...

Oct 4, 2017

Gerald "Jerry" Fivel 85, died, peacefully in his sleep on October 4, 2017. Jerry was born in Spring Grove, Indiana on August 8, 1932. Jerry was the beloved husband of over 60 years to Joyce "Dolly" Fivel, and was a wonderful father to Suzy (Dr. Larry) Falender, Steve (Leslie) Fivel and Sheryl (Dr. Louis M.) Profeta; seven grandchildren: Joe (Rachel)...

Oct 3, 2017

Barbara Howald-Gelpke passed away peacefully on October 3, 2017 surrounded by her family.

She was born Barbara Ann Bourque on September 18, 1925 in Milwaukee, WI, and spent her childhood years in Cincinnati, OH.

She met her husband Rob�ert Howald Sr. while attend�ing Miami University in Ox�ford, OH. They eventually landed in Toledo, where Bob...

Oct 2, 2017

Zeno A. Kirschenman,

60, of Indianapolis, passed away October 2, 2017. He was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota on October 21, 1956 to the late Eugene and Ruth Kirschenman. Zeno proudly served in the United States Army. He loved to golf and fish and will always be remembered as a wonderful uncle and brother.

He is survived...

Sep 30, 2017

Judy George Shuel

Longtime resident of Carmel, IN and Jupiter, FL passed away on September 30, 2017, in Florida, at the age of 77. Admired for her charm, style, hospitality and athleticism; Judy was an avid tennis player when she was younger, accomplished golfer and Master bridge player. She was a member of Jupiter Hills Country Club...

Sep 28, 2017

DeAnna Louise Ramsey-Lyon, 79, of Indianapolis, passed away September 28, 2017. She was born in Louisville, KY to Robert Higdon and Viola Mix on June 13, 1938. DeAnna spent her life as a homemaker and will always be remembered for her kind concern for others. She is survived by her sons, Emory Lawrence Cozee, Jr., John Matthew Cozee, and Terry...

Sep 26, 2017

Marion Eileen House,

age 96, died at Harrison Terrace in Indianapolis, Tuesday, September 26, 2017.

Born November 1, 1920 in Akron, Ohio, she lived in Ohio, New York City, and Connersville Indiana, before settling in Indianapolis. She designed homes built in Connersville, by her late husband and late father-in-law. She headed her own...

Sep 25, 2017

Edward Bruce Duncan, Was born in Indianapolis in 1966 to Edward Bruce Duncan and Shirley Clements Newman. Bruce attended Northwest High School and Indiana University. An outstanding student and musician, Burce was a member of the National Honor Society and played first-chair cello in the Indianapolis All City Orchestra. He was an avid and excellent golfer. A...

Sep 24, 2017

Lev Bachkurinskiy,

93 of Indianapolis, passed away September 24, 2017. He was born in Moldova on February 25, 1924 to Yitzhak and Nahoma Bachkurinskiy. Lev graduated from a military college in the Soviet Union and served in the Russian Army from 1941-1972, retiring with the rank of Colonel. He served as the United States Vice Commander of...

Sep 22, 2017

James E. Taflinger,

Indianapolis, IN, passed away September 22, 2017. He was 97 years old. James was a World War II veteran and longtime IPS teacher.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 79 years, Anne; and son, Kenny Ray. James is survived by sons, James L. (Judith), Stephen L. (Kathleen), and William...

Sep 20, 2017

Donna Elaine Bretzman Dixon,

74 of Westfield, passed away September 20, 2017. She was born in Indianapolis to Frank and Alice Benjamin on April 23, 1943. Donna owned and operated Canterbury Beauty Salon from 1986-1994 and continued to do hair until her health declined. She was a former member of Congregation Beth-El Zedeck.

Donna is...

Sep 19, 2017

Colonel (Retired) Burr Van Miller, Jr., 88, of Carmel, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. Born in Harmon, Oklahoma on March 24, 1929 to the late Burr Van Miller, Sr. and Imoree Goin Miller, Burr moved to Detroit, Michigan when he was seven. He graduated from Redford High School and Olivet College, entering the United States Air Force...

Sep 15, 2017

Henrietta Florence (Jureczko) Bartok

84, of Zionsville, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2017. Known to family and friends as "Hank", she was a Registered Nurse at the Hammond Clinic for over 30 years. Even after retirement, she found great joy in helping those in need. She will be remembered for her devotion and love...

Sep 14, 2017

Kent Douglas Iunghuhn

58, of Zionsville, passed away September 14, 2017. He was born to the late John and Martha Iunghuhn on June 29, 1959 in Terre Haute, IN. He attended Terre Haute South High School as well as Indiana State.

Kent was the Director of Marketing for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for several years....

Sep 13, 2017

Mamie Stoshitch

94, of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, September 13 at her home. Mamie was born July 22, 1923 to Serbian immigrants Katie and Stephen Bosiak making her the first American born child of her family. She married another first-generation American born Serbian, Bozidar Stoshitch when she was 18 years old and they were married until his...

Sep 13, 2017

Katherine Leeds Schmitt,

67 of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away September 13, 2017. She was born in Indianapolis, IN to Dr. James and Carolyn Leeds. She was a graduate of North Central High School and earned her Bachelor's degree in Jewish Studies from Indiana University in 1972. Katherine spent her final year of university as an exchange student...

Sep 12, 2017

Jeffrey Bruce Siegel was born on the 9th of June, 1957 in Long Island, New York to Robert and Adele (Abrams) Siegel. He grew up on Long Island and went to Uniondale High School and later graduated with a Bachelors of Business from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. He worked for Allstate for 37 years after which he set...

Sep 11, 2017

June Etoile Schwier Lawall, 91, of Indianapolis died peacefully in her sleep on September 11, 2017. She was born May 30, 1926 to the late Edward and Martha (Beuke) Schwier in Indianapolis.

June graduated from Arsenal Technical High School and attended Indiana University. She supported the World War II efforts while working at Fort Benjamin Harrison and...

Sep 9, 2017

Liliya Khitlik, Beloved mother, grandmother and friend passed away on September 9, 2017 at the age of 75. She was born in Donetsk, Ukraine and came to live in the United States with her husband and daughter searching for a better life. Liliya is survived by her beloved daughters, Raisa Chernysheva,her husband, Gennadiy...