Obituary Listing

Nov 14, 2023

Albert Clay Halsey

93, Brownsburg, passed away on November 14, 2023.  He was a member of Parkside Bible Church (Bethesda) and the Brownsburg American Legion Post 331.  Clay retired from General Motors after 43 years as a Tool & Die maker.  He was preceded in death by his wife Hilda Halsey; parents Jackson and Rachael Halsey.  Survivors...

Nov 7, 2023

Jane Ellen Farrand, aged 72, with her family present, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2023, in Brownsburg, IN, and is now walking in heaven. She was born on December 21, 1950, in Toledo, OH, to Bill and Joan Hatfield. With her parents and two younger sisters, Jane moved 11 times by the time she was 18 but called...

Nov 3, 2023

Linda B. Bryant

79, Clayton, passed away November 3, 2023. She had worked at the Plainfield Library in multiple positions for 32 years, retiring in 2020.  She was an active member of Faith Baptist Church where she was the Sunday School teacher for students with disabilities for 17 years.  She was preceded in death by her parents...

Nov 2, 2023

Don (Dick) R. Wentz

83, Brownsburg, passed away on November 2, 2023.  He was a US Navy veteran serving from 1958-1962.  Don was a member of Connection Pointe Christian Church and had been a coach for Brownsburg Little League Baseball and Football.  He retired in 1992 from General Motors Allison as a general superintendent after 32 years....

Oct 31, 2023

Howard Wesley Venners passed away peacefully at the age of 92 in Brownsburg, Indiana on October 31, 2023, surrounded by family members. He was born on December 28, 1930 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the only child of Earl and Ruth Venners.

Growing up in Minnesota, Howard became fond of the outdoors at an early age and enjoyed...

Oct 29, 2023

Michael Wayne "Smiley" Bray

73, Brownsburg, passed away on October 29 after a brief battle with cancer.  He worked for General Motors Allison's for 32 years retiring in 2006.  After his retirement, he worked for Pools of Fun and helped his brothers and nephews on their family farm.  Mike was preceded in death by his father Robert...

Oct 25, 2023

Armida O. Hernandez 80, Indianapolis, passed away on Oct. 25, 2023.  She was a member of St. Malachy Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Gilberto and Consuelo Llanes.  Survivors include her husband, Rafael Hernandez;  sons Ivan (Rozlyn), Rene Hernandez; daughter Tanya (Corey) Webb; sister Bertha Izquierdo; grandchildren Ivan Jr, Jackson, Mia, Angelo, Julian, and Ava.  ...

Oct 23, 2023

Phyllis J. "Jeannie" Solomon 83, Pittsboro, passed away on October 23, 2023. She worked as an inspector for and retired from General Motors. She was an avid Wheel of Fortune fan. Phyllis was a cherished daughter, sister, wife, and mother and was preceded in death by her husband Gregory Solomon; son Kelly Smith; parents Herbert and Anna Kendall; brothers...

Oct 23, 2023

Charles E. Ratliff

99, Brownsburg, passed away October 23, 2023.  He was a US Army veteran of WWII, serving in the European African Theater from 1943-45.   Charles received his Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and was employed by Eli Lilly Co. for 32 years, retiring in 1987.  He continued his relationship with Eli Lilly...

Oct 22, 2023

Dr. Charles G. Gray 79, Pittsboro, passed away on October 22, 2023.  He was a member of the Terre Haute R/C Club, Black Sheep R/C Club, Indianapolis Westside R/C Club, and the Academy of Model Aeronautics.  He attended Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with his grandkids. Charles was preceded in death by his parents...

Oct 20, 2023

Julia T. Ploughe

91, Brownsburg, passed away on October 20, 2023.  She was a member of St. Malachy Catholic Church.  Julia was a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister and friend.  Anyone who knew Julia remembers the times spent sitting around her kitchen table talking, laughing and eating something delicious she had prepared.  She was always the life of...

Oct 19, 2023

Dorothy Jean Miller, 93, of Brownsburg, IN, died on October 19, 2023. Dorothy was born on December 14, 1929 in Huntington, IN to Carl and Irene Stahl. She had 3 brothers and 5 sisters. Dorothy met her husband, Robert Miller, in Huntington and they were married on July 22, 1950. From Huntington, they had moves to both Texas and...

Oct 18, 2023

Max E. Sanders

73, Brownsburg, passed away on October 18, 2023.  He owned and operated Sanders Excavating since 1979 retiring in 2010.  Max was preceded in death by his son Lucas Kenworthy, father Ershell Sanders, and brother Mark Sanders.  Survivors include his daughters Jessica (Jacob) Patton, Samantha (Kevin) Davis; mother Geraldine Sanders; brothers Mike (Liz) Sanders, Terry...

Oct 14, 2023

Vicki L. Schepers 56, Brownsburg, passed away on October 14, 2023.  She was a loving wife and mother.  Vicki was a member of St. Malachy Catholic Church where she led a team for church bereavement  meals and was a member of the Altar Society.  Vicki was a medical billing specialist for Humana and Northwest Radiology.  Vicki was also active...

Oct 7, 2023

David J. Cutler

83, Avon, passed away on October 7, 2023.  He was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church.  David graduated from Wiley High School in Terre Haute where he met and married the love of his life, Barbara Boland, who preceded him in death.  He was a Purdue graduate and a life-long member of the...

Oct 7, 2023

Glenda C. Gray

77, Pittsboro, passed away on October 7, 2023.  She retired from the US Postal Service where she worked as a postal clerk for over 30 years.  After her retirement from the Post Office, she worked for the Brownsburg Community School Corporation as a school bus aide for over 14 years.  She enjoyed traveling around...

Oct 6, 2023

Ed H. Heckman

Age 77 of Avon, Indiana, formerly of Lagro, passed away October 6, 2023.  Ed was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.  He had a compassionate heart and was committed to service of others.  He loved being outside and spent much of his retirement working at the farm and in his yard.  ...

Oct 3, 2023

Orie "Buck" L. Brumley

67, Indianapolis, passed away on October 3, 2023.  He was the body shop manager for Golden Chassis Body Shop for over 30 years retiring in 2018.  Orie was a member of the Harley Owners Group and the American Legion Riders.  He was preceded in death by his parents John and Minnie Brumley.  Survivors...

Sep 30, 2023

Florence Rumrill Age 104, Brownsburg, passed away on September 30, 2023.  She was a member of Parkside Bible Church.  Florence was a longtime volunteer at the Brownsburg Library and the church nursery.  She walked several mini marathons, the last one being when she was 90 years old.  Florence was preceded in death by her husband Eddie Rumrill.  Survivors include...

Sep 28, 2023

Irene Marcile Van  Landingham Van Arsdale Shields

91, Avon, passed away on September 28, 2023.  She worked for Howard W. Sams for 30 years then later working for Who's Who in America.  When these businesses were sold out, she went to work for Hook's Drugstore until they were bought out by CVS.  She worked for CVS for...