Our Obituaries
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,...
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...
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...
Walter James Mercer Jr.
Dec 31, 2025
Walter James Mercer Jr., born on April 8, 1954, in Ozark, Alabama, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in Cicero, Indiana. He lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a deep commitment to his craft.
Walter was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, where he served his country with honor. Following his military service, he pursued...
Indravadan C Patel
Dec 29, 2025
Indravadan C. Patel, a beloved father, husband, and dedicated account manager, departed from this world on December 29, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 79. Born on January 12, 1946, in the vibrant state of Gujarat, India, he carried with him the warmth of his homeland and instilled a profound sense of love and dedication into the lives...
Pamela Marie Rubenstein
Dec 26, 2025
Pamela Marie Parker Rubenstein, aged 77, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away following an extended illness.
Born on October 26, 1948, Pam graduated from Warren Central High School. She met her husband, Jerry Rubenstein, on a blind date, leading to a 55-year marriage marked by mutual love and respect.
Later in life, Pam developed a passion for acting and became active in the...
Quy Van Le
Dec 24, 2025
Tên: Lê Văn Quýtức Lê Văn ThắngDòng họ Phan LêNgày sinh: 04/08/1956Ngày mất: 24/12/2025Âm lịch: 05/11/2025
Artour Khalilov
Dec 23, 2025
Our beloved father, companion, and friend, Artour Khalilov, passed away following an illness. He was born on January 25, 1963, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, to Sabir and Karina Khalilov.
Artour had a natural gift for understanding all things technological. He loved computers and gaming, and he approached technology with both curiosity and ease. He was also an avid cyclist and spent many...
Dr. Kashyap Vishnuprasad Vasavada Ph.D
Dec 22, 2025
Dr. Kashyap Vishnuprasad Vasavada, Ph.D., age 88, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed peacefully at home on December 22, 2025. His life was filled with a strong sense of duty, family, and seeking of higher truth.
Born in Gujarat, India, he was a studious and ambitious child. At an early age, he developed the enthusiasm for pursuing excellence in any endeavor. He was...
Leona Seidel Shevitz
Dec 21, 2025
Leona J. Shevitz
While always fiercely proud of her hometown of Baltimore, Maryland -- where she was born in 1927, and where she married her husband Reuben in 1949 -- Leona Shevitz lived most of her life in Indianapolis. She earned a Master’s degree from Johns Hopkins University, before she and Reuben moved to Indianapolis in 1952 when he started his...
Francine Rogers
Dec 18, 2025
Fran passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on December 18, 2025, at her home in Carmel, Indiana. She was born on July 20th, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, where she also grew up surrounded by family and strong Midwestern values that shaped her life.
Fran was a devoted and loving mother to her three children: her sons Harvey (former wife...
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