Obituaries

Apr 16, 2023

Wilbert Hulon Payne was born on August 10, 1936, to Zebedee and Alberta (Stockdale) Payne in Paris, Tennessee. He was the youngest of 11 children, nine of whom preceded him in death. He received his education in Paris, Tennessee schools and attended Fisk University for one year, the first in his family for higher education. Education meant a lot to...

Apr 16, 2023

James M. (Mike) Miller, 71, of Anderson, IN.

On April 16, 2023, Mike heard Willie Nelson singing his 1966 recording of (Turn Out the Lights) “The Party’s Over.” The lights were turned out and Mike’s party was over. Mike’s life screen flashes the message “THAT’S ALL FOLKS.”

Mike was born on May 26, 1951, in Metropolis, IL to the late...

Apr 15, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Jeffrey Steven Rempala share the news of his passing on Saturday, April 15, 2023.

Jeff was born in LaPorte, Indiana, a city he grew to love, on February 22, 1944, to Stanley B. Rempala and Mary Snyder Rempala.  He grew up in LaPorte and spent his summers playing ball with his...

Apr 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of Frank Ball Jr.

FRANK BALL JR. was born September 2, 1934, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Frank and Mary Catherine Ball.

Frank or Little Bit as known by some, attended Public School #26 and went on to graduate from Crispus Attics High School in 1953. In his youth he was a member of the American Legion and...

Apr 14, 2023

Our dear mother, Janie D. Zapata, age 70, passed away at her home on April 14, 2023. She was born on November 8, 1952, to David and Katherine Delgado.

Janie enjoyed listening to music, dancing, and helping others. Janie is remembered for taking care of her grandchildren and cooking. Her grandchildren enjoyed her rice the most. She was baptized on...

Apr 14, 2023

Ronald (Ron) Hopkins 68 yrs old passed at his residence in Yorktown on April 14th after battling a long illness. He passed peacefully at home with his longtime companion Rowana by his side. He was born on 12/17/54 in Detroit, Michigan and raised in West Monroe, Louisiana. Ron served 6 years in the United States Marines. Ron was a self-employed...

Apr 14, 2023

 

Sandra Ann (Sturm) Metcalf, 80 of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on April 14, 2023. She is the daughter of the late Edward and Thelma Sturm.  Born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 9, 1942.  She was one of 7 children.

Sandra retired from Rytex as a Type Setter.  Sandra enjoyed playing bingo and going to the casino.

Left to cherish...

Apr 12, 2023

Sandra K. Jones, age 79, of Anderson, passed away at Greenwood Meadows on April 12, 2023. She was born on September 15, 1943, in Anderson to the late William and Lola Mae (Beal) Davis.

Sandy graduated from Madison Heights High School and attended Anderson College.  Sandy retired from JCPenney as a Manager.  Prior to and after her retirement, she was...

Apr 10, 2023

Wilma Dean Carrier, 91, of Indianapolis, passed away on April 10, 2023.  She was born on July 18, 1931, in Madison, West Virginia to the late John and Emma (Mullett) Chapman.  Wilma was a member of Post Road Christian church and the women’s auxiliary club.

Wilma loved to volunteer; she spent over twenty years volunteering time at Community Hospital East....

Apr 10, 2023

Mark A. Chandler, 64, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly at home on April 10, 2023.

Mark was born on December 15, 1958, in Anderson, Indiana, to Betty Pearl (Parrish) and Wiley Joe Chandler.

He attended Highland High School, before signing up for the Army National Guard. After spending 2 years in the Guard, Mark enlisted for active duty in...

Apr 8, 2023

Dean Eric Blanck, 67, of Indianapolis, passed away on April 8, 2023.  He was born on November 19, 1955, in Indianapolis to the late Richard and Ada (Whiteside) Blanck.  Dean attended Carmel High School and was a framing and finishing contractor in the residential constructions field for many years.  He enjoyed camping, fishing, and being outdoors with his friends.

He...

Apr 7, 2023

Clara Mae (Whitney) Smith, 89, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on April 7, 2023.  She was born on July 8, 1933, in Westmoreland, TN to the late Delbert H. and Virgie (Hopkins) Whitney.  Clara graduated from Washington High School (on Indianapolis’ westside).  She worked in the accounts payable departments at IPS and Riley Industries.  Clara was a member of Bible...

Apr 7, 2023

Frances T. O’Rourke, 90, of Carmel, IN, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2023.  She was born August 12, 1932, to James Dixon and Florence (Donovan) Head of Carnegie, PA.  Fran was a member of St. Pius X.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Joe O’Rourke; her parents, mentioned above; and brothers Bob and Jim; and...

Apr 7, 2023

Beverly Joan Rhodus, age 76, residing in Markleville, passed away after an extended illness on April 7, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 16, 1947, to Jessie and Pauline (Hartley) Adams.

Beverly was a wonderful homemaker the majority of her life, having small jobs here and there. She was family oriented in every way and would...

Apr 6, 2023

On Thursday April 6, 2023, Jerry Lee Decker passed away at his home at the age of 66.

Jerry was born and raised in Anderson, Indiana. He was born on October 12. 1956. Jerry was a groundskeeper at the Hill Top Apartments and also repaired semi tires in Indianapolis. Jerry had a passion for doing mechanical work and was known...

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Apr 3, 2023

David Michael Edwards, age 32, of Anderson, passed away on April 3, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson after an extended illness. He was born on March 29, 1991, to James and Connie Edwards.

David was a graduate of Highland High School, Class of 2009. After high school, James served in the United States Army and was a proud...

Apr 3, 2023

Estella A. Gaines, 84, of Brownsburg, IN, gone home on April 3, 2023.  She was born on May 8, 1938, in Danville, IL.  Estella graduated from Pike High School in 1956.  She went on to become an x-ray technician, first for Methodist, and then retiring from Allison Transmission’s Medical Clinic.  Estella was also a Sunday School teacher for 5 generations...

Apr 2, 2023

Teresa L. Caldwell, 56, of Indianapolis was welcomed into heaven on April 2, 2023. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on May 19, 1966 to Daniel and Linda Meador. Teresa was the quintessential “free spirit” who lived her life without boundaries. Left to cherish her memory is her parents, she has several sisters and brothers, along with her children: Amanda...