Our Obituaries
Kathy Sue Esslinger
Feb 26, 2026
Kathy Sue (Herrington) Esslinger, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, of Lebanon, Indiana passed away on February 26th. Kathy was born June 23, 1952 to parents Murl and Rosey Herrington of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Kathy graduated from Arsenal Tech High School, she went on to marry her beloved husband of 50 years, Dennis Esslinger on April 5th. Together they built a life...
James Steven Maierson
Feb 24, 2026
James Steven Maierson, was born on July 13, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and passed away on February 24, 2026. Known for his endearing personality, Jim touched the lives of many during his time with us.
Having attended college, Jim was always eager to share his knowledge with others. He had a unique ability to connect with people, leaving a lasting impression...
Marilyn "Mimi" R. Linderman
Feb 23, 2026
Marilyn Ruth "Mimi" Linderman, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 23, 2026. Mimi was born on July 22, 1933, in South Bend, Indiana, to Edith and Julian Cadden. She graduated from South Bend Central High School in 1951. She graduated from Indiana University with a BS in Education in 1955. She was a member of Beth-El Zedeck Congregation, its Sisterhood,...
Igor Dess
Feb 21, 2026
Igor Dess, a dedicated truck driver and beloved family man, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on July 10, 1957, in Moscow, Russia, Igor's journey through life was marked by resilience, hard work, and love for his family.
Igor spent his years working tirelessly as a truck driver, contributing both to his family and to the...
Manucher Ranjbar
Feb 21, 2026
Manucher Ranjbar was born on May 12, 1934, in Tehran, Iran, to Muhammad Ali Ranjbar and Bahíyyih Shayani Ranjbar.
Through involvement in America’s Point Four Program, he came to the United States as a young man and earned scholarships to Pittsburg State University in Kansas. It was there, at a swimming pool, that he met Kay Loughmiller, the love of his...
Martin Franz Krause
Feb 20, 2026
Martin “Marty” Franz Krause passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 74 on Friday, February 20th, 2026. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Marty dedicated his life to art and education, leaving a lasting impact in the field through his passion for curation and scholarship. It was during his time at the University of Illinois studying Ancient Greek and...
Kathryn "Kate" Capehart Lowry
Feb 20, 2026
Kathryn “Kate” Capehart Lowry peacefully passed away on February 20th, surrounded by her family. Kate was born in Indianapolis, grew up in Zionsville, and graduated from North Central. Kate spent most of her adult life helping build DL Lowry salon with her former husband, David Lowry, and later running a business organizing homes.Above all else, Kate loved spending time with...
Dr. Chuni Lal Rustagi
Feb 19, 2026
A Celebration of an Extraordinary Life: Dr. Chuni Lal Rustagi
Departed this world on February 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, strength & service.
Today, rather than simply mourning a loss, our family is choosing to celebrate the magnificent, 90-year adventure of our beloved father, Chuni Lal Rustagi. He lived an inspiring, vibrant life, full of purpose, and deeply connected...
Phillip A. Hendrickson
Feb 10, 2026
Phillip A. Hendrickson, a lifelong resident of Lebanon, Indiana, passed away on February 10, 2026, at the age of 69.He was born on May 4, 1956, to the late Loral and Bonnita Phillips Hendrickson.
Phillip pursued his education at Clinton Central High School before embarking on a career as a truck driver for semi-truck parts, a role in which he dedicated...
Gregory K Silver
Feb 9, 2026
Gregory K. Silver, beloved husband, father, grandfather, community leader and environmentalist, passed on February 9, 2026, in the loving arms of his family and friends. Greg was the proud son of Dr. David Silver – esteemed professor of history at Butler University - and Anita Cohen Silver. Greg’s environmental law practice and his appointment as federal bankruptcy trustee spanned over...
Geraldine Ann Kurtz
Feb 6, 2026
Geraldine Ann “Gerry” (Prince) Kurtz, 92, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026.
Above all else, Gerry was a kind, loving, and joyous person who truly loved life. She was full of energy and generosity, and she gave endlessly to her family and to those around her. Gerry’s warmth and light filled every room she entered, and to know...
Richard Morris Hobbs
Feb 3, 2026
Rev. Dr. Richard M. Hobbs passed away on February 3, 2026.
Richard was witty, kind, and gentle; he carried himself with a quiet steadiness that made people feel at ease. A man of service by nature, he lived his faith through ministry in the Methodist tradition in a way that was uniquely his own. Richard took many medical mission trips to...
Steven Allen DeArmond
Feb 1, 2026
Steven Allen DeArmond was a man of deep character, steady strength, and unwavering devotion to the people he loved. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Steven carried with him the values of hard work, loyalty, and pride in where he came from—values that shaped every chapter of his life. He passed away at the age of 62, leaving behind a legacy...
John James Sweeney
Jan 31, 2026
John James Sweeney, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home in Carmel, IN on January 31, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on December 31, 1944, in Evanston, Illinois. John was a man of great accomplishments and a source of inspiration to his family and friends.
John’s educational journey was marked by his talent as a...
Mikhail Malyovanny
Jan 28, 2026
Mikhail Malyovanny, 77, an Indianapolis resident, passed away suddenly on January 28, 2026.
Mikhail was born on August 4, 1948, in Odessa, Ukraine, to the late Iosif Malyovanny and Rakhil Grinshpun. Mikhail was a maintenance technician.
He was a proud member of the Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation. He loved to fish, especially at Eagle Creek State Park. He was a competitive table tennis...
Joseph "Joe" Glen Bowling
Jan 26, 2026
Joseph Glen Bowling, "Joe" or "JB" passed away peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus on January 26, 2026. He was able to pass surrounded by family at home after battling pancreatic cancer. Born August 16th ,1945 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Bill and Jean Bowling. He is survived by his daughter, Jamie Jo Boggs (Joe), his loving grandchildren, Jackson and...
Ellen Jane White
Jan 26, 2026
Ellen Jane White, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away on January 26, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 84. Born on August 31, 1941, in Liberty, Kentucky, Ellen lived a life filled with love, laughter, and peaceful spirit that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Ellen was the heart of her family, fostering deep connections...
Joseph M. Kauffman
Jan 25, 2026
Joseph M. Kauffman, born on June 20, 1941, in Middlebury, Indiana, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Also known as Joe or Pop Pop, he leaves behind a legacy marked by his dedication to both his family and his profession.
Joe was the proud owner of a home construction company that specialized in glass and screen patio...
Sergey Hamutov
Jan 25, 2026
Sergey Hamutov, age 56, passed away on January 25, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and hard work.
Sergey was born on September 30, 1969, in Zhitomir, Ukraine. From an early age, he carried with him the values that would define his life—dedication to family, loyalty to friends, and pride in honest work. He was, above all, a devoted...
Eli Richard Oppman
Jan 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful baby boy, Eli Richard Oppman (Eliyahu Omri), who was born on June 10th, 2025 and returned to Hashem on January 25, 2026 after an extraordinary seven-month fight in the NICU.
Born as one of twins, Eli shared a bond with his brother, Ollie, that began before birth—a connection...
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