Our Obituaries
Khandubhai Bhulabhai Patel
Aug 12, 2026
A noble soul who beautifully balanced worldly duties with spiritual devotion has returned to the divine source. Shri Khandubhai Bhulabhai Patel lived his life as a true Moksha Margi - walking the path of liberation with utmost humility, kindness and love.
While his heart was anchored in spiritual truth, his family was his utmost priority, and his selfless care for everyone will...
Bertha Benmour
Aug 11, 2026
Bertha Benmour, born on June 18, 1925 in Manhattan, New York, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 101. Her long life was a testament to resilience, commitment to family, and quiet strength, leaving an enduring legacy cherished by all who knew her. Bertha was the beloved daughter of Max and Anna Welicovsky,...
Nhon Thien Nguyen
Aug 9, 2026
Mr. Nhon Thien Nguyen
Born on June 19, 1945, in Nha Trang, Vietnam, he was the fourth child in a family of educators. He was always deeply loved by his brothers and sisters for his gentle, kind, and affectionate nature.
He joined the military to defend South Vietnam during the civil war between the North, which was under communist rule, and the...
John Hutchings Holcombe, MD
Aug 5, 2026
Dr. John H. Holcombe, MD., retired, 77, died on August 5th. He was born on August 7, 1948, in Jefferson, Texas, to John White Holcombe and Martha Kennon Driscoll Holcombe.
At the time of John’s birth, his parents owned and operated a small dairy farm in Jefferson, Texas. In 1956, John moved with his family to Muskogee, Oklahoma, where his father...
Reid Litwack
Aug 4, 2026
Our precious Reid Litwack died on August 4, 2026. He was born on February 26, 1961, to Louise and Jerry Litwack. He spent his early childhood years in Shelbyville, IN before the family moved to Indianapolis in 1973. He graduated from North Central High School and, with the exception of his time at Brown University and Case Western, spent the...
Dr. Jason Sol Zielonka
Aug 4, 2026
Jason Sol Zielonka, MD
Jason was born in Landsberg-Am-Lech, a displaced persons camp in Germany, on November 13, 1948 to Max and Rachel Zielonka, Jewish Holocaust survivors beginning to rebuild their lives after losing most of their families.
Jason immigrated to the US with his parents in 1949, where he grew up in the close-knit Jewish communities of Roxbury and Mattapan. He...
Larisa Enker
Aug 4, 2026
Laura Enker, born on May 23, 1939, in Tashkent, USSR, passed away on August 4, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was 87 years old.
Laura’s life stands as a testament to dedication, artistry, and resilience. Born in Tashkent, she cultivated her exceptional talent for music at the esteemed Tashkent State Konservatory of Uzbekistan. Her profound love and commitment to her art led...
Pacita Campos
Aug 3, 2026
Pacita Campos, beloved mother, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was 92 years old.
Born on April 6, 1934, in San Salvador, El Salvador, Pacita’s life was a testament to resilience, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family. Her journey from her birthplace in San Salvador to Indianapolis was shaped by love and courage. Throughout her...
Marvin Mitchell
Jul 30, 2026
Marvin Mitchell, 88, passed away on July 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in Indianapolis to Isaac ("Tuffy") Mitchell and Esther Meshlum Mitchell, Marvin was proud to call Indianapolis his lifelong home. He attended Shortridge High School, graduating in 1955, where he like to pretend he excelled as a student-athlete. He remained close friends with many of...
Jack Briker
Jul 29, 2026
Jack Briker, born on March 11, 1952, in Odesa, Ukraine, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2026, in Cypress, Texas. His unexpected departure has left a profound void in the hearts of the family and friends who cherished him.
Jack’s life was one marked by steadfast dedication to the people he loved and an enduring spirit shaped by his origins in...
Jeffery Dwayne Stewart
Jul 27, 2026
Jeffery Dwayne Stewart, a cherished son, husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on July 27, 2026.
Jeff was born in Indianapolis on July 17, 1969, to Carl Robert Stewart and Anna Kersey Stewart. He graduated from Pike High School in 1987.
A devoted family man, Jeff spent his life putting others before himself and treasured his friendships. He loved sports, especially...
Gary Zelinger
Jul 27, 2026
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our brother and friend, Gary Zelinger on July 27, 2026.
Gary Mark Zelinger was born April 16, 1952 in Yonkers, NY, to Dorothy and Steve Zelinger. He attended St. Mary’s Elementary School, where he was also baptized and confirmed in the Roman Catholic faith.
At an early age, Gary showed signs of a charming...
Theodore "Ted" Lee Heiby
Jul 26, 2026
Theodore “Ted” Lee Heiby, a lifelong Hoosier, passed away on July 26, 2026, surrounded by his beloved family.
Ted was born on February 6, 1949, to David Frederick Heiby and Mary Kathryn Whitacre Heiby. A gifted student, he graduated with honors from Portland High School and received a full scholarship to Rose-Hulman University. He later graduated from BYU in 1975.
On February...
Shereen Debra Farber
Jul 26, 2026
Shereen Debra Farber, 81, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on July 26, 2026, at Community North Hospital. Born July 8, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio to William and Regina Handler, Sheree attended Cleveland Heights High School and The Ohio State University, where she earned her BS in Occupational Therapy.
She began her career at Riley Hospital for Children in the IU Cerebral...
Gregory P. Parker
Jul 24, 2026
Gregory “Greg” P. Parker, age 78, passed away on July 24, 2026, in Whitestown, Indiana, surrounded by his family. Born on March 4, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois to William and Angeline Parker. Greg was a deeply social person who never met a stranger; he loved good conversation, good company, and the simple joy of being surrounded by people. Always ready...
Jason Edward Gropp
Jul 24, 2026
Jason Edward Gropp, age 49, was born in Terre Haute, IN on April 19, 1977. He died at his home in Carmel, IN on July 24, 2026 of cholangiocarcinoma. He was first diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma in 2013 just after his children were born. He received curative treatment, but the cancer returned in March of 2025. He was tenacious in his...
Bella M Sokolov
Jul 23, 2026
Bella M. Sokolov 82, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026.
Bella was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia on September 23, 1943 to her late parents Efrim and Sofia Minevich. Bella courageously came to America in search of a better life for herself and her daughter. She often said, “I came to America not for me, but for my future grandchildren.”...
James Eugene Buck
Jul 21, 2026
James (Jim) Eugene Buck, of Boonville, Missouri, passed away on July 21, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on November 16, 1944, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Jim lived a life marked by hard work, adventure, service to his community, and unwavering devotion to his family.
Jim grew up in Pittsburgh and attended Alliance College, where he earned his bachelor's degree in...
Katherine Helena Martin
Jul 18, 2026
Katherine Helena (Dixon) Martin
With profound sadness, yet with the confident hope found in Jesus, the Christ, we announce that Katherine Helena (Dixon) Martin, affectionately known as "Katie," entered the presence of her Lord on July 18, 2026. Katie was born on August 9, 1978, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana, to James C. and Inez S. (David) Dixon. From an...
Carrie Jo Tishler
Jul 17, 2026
Carrie Jo (Enger) Tishler passed away Friday, July 17, 2026. She was born in Chicago and grew up in Rosemont, IL. Her family moved to Stevens Point, WI, her freshman year of high school, where Carrie excelled as a student/athlete. She attended Univ. of Wisconsin at Stevens Point on a track & field scholarship and graduated Top 1% with a...
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