Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, Indianapolis, and Lawrence.
James William Skelton Jr.
Mar 11, 2024
On Monday, March 11, 2024, Jim lost his valiant battle with cancer. He will be remembered as a painter, detailer, and one hell of a talker who could engage in conversations with people on a variety of topics. He loved to go visiting and truly loved the company of others. Jim especially cherished the time he could spend with his...
Roger Lee Ferguson
Mar 10, 2024
Roger Lee Ferguson, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on March 10, 2024 at the age of 58.
He was born in Indianapolis on May 16, 1965 to the late Robert Ferguson and Paula Rogers.
Roger was a wonderful man with a big, caring heart. He would gladly give anyone the shirt off his back if they needed it… even if he needed...
Mary Louise Rothe
Mar 9, 2024
Mary Louise (Hawk) Rothe was born April 20, 1930. Mary Lou grew up on a farm six miles south of Hamilton, Ohio which is 20 or so miles north of Cincinnati. Growing up she attended a Presbyterian church. She graduated from Ross High School in 1947. She won a full scholarship to attend Ohio State University. While there...
Kathleen Ann Robertson
Mar 9, 2024
Kathleen Ann Robertson, 67, of Indianapolis, passed away on March 9, 2024. She was born on December 21, 1956, in Cincinnati, OH, to Thomas and Elizabeth Himes. Kathleen graduated from Archbishop McNicholas High School in 1975. Kathleen worked in Telecommunications, retiring in 2019. She was a dear friend, neighbor and loved by many.
Kathleen loved to garden. Her garden was her...
Penny Ann Maxwell
Mar 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Penny Ann Maxwell, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Penny, age 67, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024. She was born in Anderson, Indiana on August 10, 1956 to Bob Maxwell and Thelma Hatter. Penny lived her life to the fullest, always with a smile...
David Mark Trisler
Mar 6, 2024
David Mark Trisler, 68, left this world on March 6, 2024. Dave was the son of Homer Alvin “Doc” Trisler and Bonita Louise (Houston) Trisler. Dave graduated from Bloomington (IN) High School and attended Indiana University. He was a talented photographer and writer. Dave loved learning about, researching, and writing about the “real” old West and all sorts of paranormal...
Stacey Malan Lemay
Feb 29, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to the remarkable soul Stacey LeMay, age 56, who departed from this world on Thursday, February 29th 2024. A friend to everyone, she radiated warmth and kindness, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those fortunate enough to know her.
Stacey possessed a passion for knowledge and thus loved watching documentaries...
Raymond Lipscomb
Feb 29, 2024
Raymond was a devoted husband and father, a beloved grandfather and brother. He loved all his family and friends, meeting them always with a hug and infectious laugh. Strengthened by prayer, his life exemplified faith, hope, and charity, as he loved and trusted in the Lord.
Raymond Lipscomb’s race began August 28, 1950, in Indianapolis Indiana when parents, Nathaniel and Zelma...
Bobbie Jolyn Lawson
Feb 28, 2024
Bobbie Jolyn Lawson, 41, passed away February 28, 2024, after experiencing complications from a brain aneurysm. She was preceded in death by her mother, Karen (Vannatta) Hall, her grandfather, Francis (Mike) Vannatta Jr., and her grandmother, Virginia (Corbin) Catron. She leaves behind a family who loved her very muc : daughter, Macaylah Thompson; two sons, Collin and Blake Lawson; sisters, Molly Hall and Courtney Hall; aunt, Terrie Vannatta (Gina Clevenger); uncle, Bob Vannatta (Autumn Vannatta); nieces and nephews, Jace and Kora Caudill, and Aiden and Aaliyah Catron; and many cousins and friends.
Bobbie enjoyed traveling, exploring new places, collecting purses and old...
James Sutton
Feb 26, 2024
James Sutton, 87, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 26, 2024. He was born on March 10, 1936, in Decatur, Nebraska, to the late Ted and Nora (Stanley) Sutton. James was a welder for Ford Fence in Broad Ripple for many years. Then when the plant closed, he worked in the meat department at Safeway until his retirement. And then...
Cindy Lea Riley
Feb 25, 2024
Cindy Lea Riley, 51, from Indianapolis IN, passed away in her sleep on February 25th 2025. Cindy was born on August 28th 1973 in Danville Indiana to Larry Pitcock SR and Sharon Livingston.
She is survived by her husband Billy Riley, mother Sharon Livingston, brother Chuck Pitcock, and four sisters, Linda Connie Becky and Jennifer. She has seven children, Cara Riley,...
Jeffrey Scott Johnson
Feb 25, 2024
Jeffrey Scott Johnson, 66, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 25th after a short and fierce battle with cancer. Jeff was born on October 9th, 1957, to Ed and Mary Johnson in Indianapolis. After Jeff graduated from Warren Central High School in 1976, he played college football at Olivet Nazarene University. In 1977, he married the love of his life, Dana Noel...
Ricky Allen Taylor
Feb 24, 2024
Ricky Allen Taylor, 61, of Anderson Indiana, passed away on February 24th 2024, after a hard fought battle with lung cancer.
Rick was born on August 2nd 1962 to Ernest and Patricia Taylor in Anderson Indiana. After graduating from Frankton High School, Rick pursued a career in HVAC, which he truly enjoyed until his passing .
Rick married the love of his...
Sarabeth Ogden
Feb 23, 2024
Sarabeth Ogden, 94, of Indianapolis passed away on February 23, 2024. She was born on October 4, 1929, to Harry and Marie (Hockman) Fry. She married Robert H. Ogden, and they had six children together.
When she was not taking care of her husband and children, Sarabeth was employed as a school bus driver, and later, she and her daughter started...
Sarah Melissa Hutchins (McGuire)
Feb 23, 2024
Sarah Melissa (McGuire) Hutchins age 45, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away on February 23, 2024 after a long struggle with multiple health conditions.
Sarah was born on March 2, 1978 to Terry and Delores “Dee Dee” McGuire in Bloomington, Indiana. Sarah graduated from Bloomington High School South in 1996 where she was a varsity cheerleader for four years. She went...
Felecia Renea Trotter
Feb 22, 2024
FELICIA RENEA TROTTER, affectionately known as “Poppie”,was born on August 3, 1969 in Nashville, Tennessee to Creed Judkinsand Ida Jewell Trotter-Jenkins. She was a twin girl born to a familyof six children. She relocated with her family at an early age toIndianapolis, Indiana where she received her primary educationthrough the Indianapolis Public School system. She held variouspositions in the domestic...
Kevin L. Robbins
Feb 22, 2024
Kevin L. Robbins, 62, passed away on February 22, 2024, after a valiant fight against cancer. He was born in Indianapolis on July 3, 1961.
Kevin was a hard worker who was employed by Dixon Fisheries for 28 years as a delivery driver. Away from work, Kevin was a sports fanatic who enjoyed watching and attending various sporting events. One of...
Shelly Jackson
Feb 22, 2024
Shelly Jackson, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on February 22, 2024, in Anderson, Indiana. Born on January 12, 1962, in Elwood, Indiana, Shelly was the cherished daughter of Ray and Mona Cyphers.
Shelly's life was marked by her deep love for her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She found immense joy in engaging in activities with...
