Obituary Listing

Aug 10, 2024

Vicki Lynn Ruhl, 75, was called home to be with her Lord on August 10, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and holding the hand of her husband of 55 years.

Vicki's accomplishments can't be summed up by her diplomas, career milestones, and awards but rather by the many...

Aug 10, 2024

Aaron Scott Matthews 25, Brownsburg, passed away on August 10, 2024.  He was a lineman for OMR.  Aaron loved being outdoors having a lifelong dream of becoming a Park Ranger. Survivors include his mother Christy Matthews; father Kevin Matthews; brother Austin Kayler; grandmother Debbie Warren; grandfather Kevin (Shari) Webb.  Visitation will be from 10 am to 12 pm Sat....

Aug 9, 2024

Johnny Dowell

79, Brownsburg, passed away on August 9, 2024.  He was a die roll engraver for Eli Lilly & Company for many years.  Johnny was a member of the Brownsburg American Legion.  He was preceded in death by his wife Karen Dowell; parents Oscar and Nella Dowell.  Survivors include his daughter Lisa (Mike) Lesher; son Jay...

Aug 8, 2024

Marion Lukenbill

94, Brownsburg, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2024.  He was a member of Connection Pointe Christian Church, formerly Brownsburg Christian Church, for 64 years.  Marion was a deacon, elder, and youth leader.    He was an avid Indy Car race fan and enjoyed basketball, baseball and football.  He was preceded in death by his wife...

Aug 8, 2024

Bernard J. Althoff "Bernie", 88 yrs. 1 month, Brownsburg, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2024. He was the youngest son of Ben C. and Agnes M. (Hoedebecke) Althoff. He was born July 8, 1936 in Teutopolis, Illinois.  He was a graduate of Cathedral High School and served in the U.S. Army. He worked at his father's Brownsburg Appliance...

Aug 8, 2024

Linda Marie Downey

63, Brownsburg, passed away on August 8, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her parents William and Rebecca Joshlin; sister Susan Walker.  Survivors include her husband Kevin Downey; sons John (wife Mara Botman) Downey, Cody Downey; sister Shirley Webb; brothers Robert Joshlin, Jay Joshlin; grandchildren Lewis Downey, Rebekah Downey.  Visitation will be from...

Aug 8, 2024

Nova Jean Cagle

85, Indianapolis, passed away on August 8, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Cagle Sr.; parents Shelby and Mae Tooley.  Survivors include her sons Robert (Ariane) Cagle, Mike (Michelle) Cagle; brother James Tooley; sister Brenda Farmer; 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Graveside services will be at 1 pm Wed....

Aug 6, 2024

90, Brownsburg, passed away on August 6, 2024.  He was a farmer for many years.  Charles was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Ollie Lawson; sisters Geneva Spears, Avis Lilly; daughter-in-law Bonnie Lawson.  Survivors include his loving wife Pauline Lawson; sons Dennis Lawson, Mike (Lois) Lawson, Wes Lawson; daughter Valerie VonBurg; 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and...

Aug 5, 2024

Maria E. Jorns

84, Brownsburg, passed away on August 5, 2024.  She was a Christian Counselor for 25 years.  Maria was preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Veronica Calderon.  Survivors include her husband Raymond Jorns; children Michael (Mary Ann) Jorns, Lisa (Dan) Rago, Steve (Lina) Jorns, David Jorns; brother Louis Galloway-Zapiain; 8 grandchildren; 10 great...

Aug 4, 2024

Ned G. Weaver

85, Avon, passed away on August 4, 2024.  He was a member of Pittsboro Baptist Church and former Pittsboro Fire Department Chief.  Ned retired from National Starch as a services supervisor.  He enjoyed camping, fishing, and painting.  Ned loved horses and was an award winning whistler.  He sang, played drums and whistled with the...

Aug 3, 2024

Richard Allen Purkiser 60, Plainfield, passed away at his home surrounded by family and friends on August 3, 2024. He was born on February 14, 1964. He was a 1982 graduate of Brownsburg High School where he excelled in football, basketball, baseball, and academics. While at Brownsburg, Rich was a member of the National Honor Society and was awarded...

Aug 3, 2024

Jack Robert McCann It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jack Robert McCann, 29, of Indianapolis, formerly of Brandon, South Dakota. Jack passed away on August 3, 2024. He was a friendly, fun-loving bartender/manager at Average Joe's, known for his warm smile and kind heart.

Jack had a passion for life that was...

Aug 2, 2024

Harley Hiemer Jr.

68, Brownsburg, passed away on August 2, 2024.  He was a driver for Waste Management for many years.  Harley was preceded in death by his parents Harley and Georgia Hiemer; sister Tracy Garrison.  Survivors include his sons Michael (Kathy) Hiemer, Ryan (Jessie) Hiemer; sisters Pam (Tom) Ramaekers, Peggy (Richard) Russell, Penny Hiemer; grandchildren Aubrey,...

Jul 31, 2024

Walter C. Guth

94, Brownsburg, passed away on July 31, 2024.  He was a charter member of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church.  Walter was a 33 Degree Mason and worked in sales for several Industrial companies before his retirement.  Walter is preceded in death by his wife Barbara Guth; son John Guth; and parents John and Helena Guth.  ...

Jul 29, 2024

Anita Joyce (Daniel) Isenhour passed into Jesus' care on July 29, 2024. The daughter of John and Opal Daniel, Joyce was born in Novice, Texas, on October 7, 1930. She met her future husband, Richard Isenhour, when both were students at McMurry College in Abilene. Joyce and Dick were married on July 1, 1950, in Lebanon, Indiana. They moved...

Jul 29, 2024

James "Jim" Patrick Starks

71, Brownsburg, passed away on July 29, 2024.  He was the husband of Judith Starks.  They shared a blessed marriage of 48 years.  Jim was born in Indianapolis, IN and lived most of his life in Brownsburg, IN.  He graduated from Brownsburg High School in 1971.  Jim retired from Durham School Bus Services...

Jul 26, 2024

Emma Jean Niewald

86, Brownsburg, passed away on July 26, 2024.  She was a valued member of Immanuel United Church of Christ and Delta Kappa Gamma sorority.  Emma Jean was born in Canton, OH to Rev. Paul and Alice Lammers.  She graduated from Heidelberg College and Butler University.  Emma Jean was a guidance counselor for Brownsburg Community...

Jul 24, 2024

Elisa Elaine (Snapp) Stinger, 54, of Indianapolis, died on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Elisa was born on August 18, 1969 in Indianapolis to James Clyde and Virginia Phyllis Snapp and grew up in Brownsburg. After graduating from Brownsburg High School, she attended Indiana State University.

Elisa could strike up a conversation with anyone, and she enjoyed being...

Jul 24, 2024

Frances M. Leinart 92, Clayton, passed away on July 24, 2024.  She was a former member of the Clermont Lions Club.  Frances was preceded in death by her husband William Leinart; son Wade Leinart; parents Roy and Thelma Hammons.  Survivors include her daughter-in-law Melodie Leinart; grandchildren Craig (Hillary) Leinart, Marci Leinart, Brittany (Brandon) Kollar; and 4 great grandchildren.  Burial...

Jul 24, 2024

Patricia Ann Gunn

71, Brownsburg, passed away on July 24, 2024.  After high school she obtained her degree in radiology and nuclear medicine and worked at Christian Hospital in St. Louis.  She then was a school bus driver for Brownsburg Community School Corporation for many years.  Patricia was preceded in death by her husband William Gunn; father...