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Patricia Mae Fugate
Oct 27, 2018
Indianapolis - Patricia Mae Fugate, 65, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018.Patti was born July 31, 1953 in Beech Grove, IN. She retired from Rexnord Link-Belt after decades of service. Additionally, she was the proud owner/operator of KiKi Tan.She is survived by her daughter, Autumn Fugate-Sarmiento; sons, Ronald Fugate, Jr. and Randall Fugate; sisters, Cindy and Virginia; brother, Richard; 10...
Renda Kay Staton
Oct 27, 2018
Indianapolis - Renda Kay Staton, 80, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018.Mrs. Staton was born October 9, 1938 in Indianapolis to Albert and Charlotte Ruble. She owned and operated Ruble Flowers, a flower shop founded by her parents in 1945. She was very involved in youth sports at Rhodius Park and Carnine Little League for many years. She also enjoyed...
Thomas Edward Philpot
Oct 26, 2018
Greenwood - Thomas Edward Philpot, 69, passed away Friday, October 25, 2018, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is tremendously missed.He was born on June 28, 1949, in Bloomington, Illinois. Tom (aka Buster or Little Tom) spent his childhood with his late sister, Phyllis, and 5 brothers, in southern and central Indiana, until he was enlisted in the army...
Carol A. Rhoades
Oct 20, 2018
Carol A. Rhoades, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away on Oct. 20, 2018. Carol is survived by her husband: John C. Rhoades; son: Nathan West (Melissa); a sister, 3 brothers, 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. Carol was preceded in death by parents; son: Larry Riddle.Private services will be conducted at the convenience of her...
Hans G. Franson
Oct 15, 2018
Hans G. Franson, 77, of Indianapolis passed away on October 15, 2018. Hans moved from Sweden with his family at the age of 10 and has lived around the United States since. He served in the United States Navy as a submariner. Hans enjoyed woodworking, wood carving, classical music, photography and gymnastics as a young man. He retired from AT&T...
Billy Ray Couch
Oct 8, 2018
Indianapolis - Billy Ray Couch, 68, went home to be with the Lord Monday, October 8, 2018. Mr. Couch was born October 1, 1950 in Leatherwood, KY. He married Joann West November 15, 1970. He was employed by Marion County where he served as a mechanic. He was awarded the key to the city of Indianapolis for maintaining the Canal...
James Dean Kidwell
Oct 2, 2018
James Dean Kidwell, 57, of Indianapolis, passed away Oct. 2, 2018. Jim is survived by his four siblings and their spouses: Tammy & Luis Martinez, Thomas Kidwell, Scott & Ruby Kidwell, Susie Kidwell and a host of other family and friends.Jim was preceded in death by his parents: Donald "Bud" & Imogene (Oliver) Kidwell; sister-in-law: Diane Kidwell.Visitation will be on...
Richard Charles Longworth
Sep 30, 2018
Indianapolis – Richard Charles Longworth, 82, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018, after a long illness.Mr. Longworth was born July 13, 1936 in Indianapolis, IN to Alice G. Longworth. He was raised in Fountain Square and attended Indianapolis public schools. He enlisted in the US Air Force in January of 1953 after lying about his age. He was stationed in...
Carmon K. Rankin
Sep 29, 2018
Indianapolis - Carmon K. Rankin, 96, passed away Saturday, September 29, 2018.Mr. Rankin was born February 17, 1922 in Perryville, AR. He was drafted into the US Navy in 1944. He served as a 3rd class painter during WWII. He was honorably discharged in 1946. He was employed in the ice cream business from the time he was discharged from...
Rudy R. Day
Sep 24, 2018
Rudy R. Day, 80, an Indianapolis Native passed away on September 24, 2018. Rudy was born on October 15, 1937 to Lee & Helen (Hensley) Day. He earned an associate degree from Lincoln Tech after returning from the United States Army, where he served with the Engineering Corp.Rudy was the owner and operator of Days Locksmith and worked formerly for...
Tracy Lynn Clements
Sep 22, 2018
Tracy Lynn Clements, 48, of Indianapolis, passed away September 22, 2018 after a long battle with an illness.Tracy was an avid Bingo and card player. She enjoyed watching NASCAR Car Racing with her Dad.Tracy is survived by her father: Joseph J. Clements; son: Kenneth Rackemann; siblings and their spouses: Christina Himes; Tony & Connie Clements, James & Tina Allen, Joey...
Patricia A. Payne
Sep 21, 2018
Patricia A. Payne, 84, of Indianapolis, passed away on September 21, 2018. On October 5, 1933 she was born to Earl and Garnet (Roger) Good in Lebanon.Pat graduated from Jefferson High School and then went on to Ball State University. She then began her career as a teacher in New Market Elementary and then moved to Coal Creek Central; Pat...
Richard Lee Cosgrove
Sep 20, 2018
Indianapolis - Richard Lee Cosgrove, 78, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018.Mr. Cosgrove was born July 12, 1940 in Louisville, KY to the late Elmer and Martha Cosgrove. His family described him as a man whose hobby was humor. While he had many interests, his favorite thing to do was spending time with his family and friends.Mr. Cosgrove is survived...
Sherrie Mae Lewis
Sep 20, 2018
Sherrie Mae Lewis, 57, of Indianapolis passed away on September 20, 2018. On July 12, 1961 Sherrie was born to Jimmie & Shelby (Dodson) Russell in Beech Grove, Indiana.Sherrie loved her family and being part of their lives, she enjoyed working in her flower garden.Sherrie is survived by her husband: Kevin Lewis; children: Eric & Emily Flynn, Stephanie Stanley; siblings:...
Charles P. Shepherd
Sep 19, 2018
"Are we having fun yet?" These words will always be associated with Charles "Charlie" Shepherd who had a smile, a joke, and a caring nature for others for every situation that came his way. Charlie finally lost his long and courageous battle to cancer on Wednesday, September 19, at home with his loving family, friends, and dog surrounding him. He...
Roselyn ÂRosieâ Arias-Fernande
Sep 18, 2018
Roselyn "Rosie" Arias-Fernandez, 52, of Dayton, Ohio and formerly of Indianapolis. She is a graduate of Southport High School in the class of 1984. Rosie passed away on Sept. 18, after a battle with Leukemia.Rosie never turned a stranger away, she was always giving and helping to all.Rosie is survived by her parents: Charles & Brenda Schoenbachler of Beech Grove;...
Sue A. Murray
Sep 17, 2018
Sue A. Murray, 61, of Indianapolis passed away Sept. 17, 2018. She is survived by her 4 children: Tammy Morelock, Daniel Murray Jr., Heather Murray and Brandon Murray and several grandchildren and beloved dog: Jazzy.To share a memory of Sue or leave a special message for her family, please click the "Share Memories" icon above.
Christopher D. Morton
Sep 14, 2018
Indianapolis - Christopher "Biffy" D. Morton, 31, passed away Friday, September 14, 2018. Chris was born March 1, 1987 in Indianapolis, IN to proud parents, Sheryl Brown and John Morton. His parents described him as the light of the room. He always had a way of making others laugh no matter the mood. He had the biggest heart of anyone...
Herschel Lee Groves
Sep 14, 2018
Indianapolis - Herschel Lee Groves, 65, passed away Friday, September 14, 2018.Mr. Groves was born April 25, 1953 in Zionsville, IN. He was an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Groves served his community as a mechanic. His brothers described him as a great brother and a laid-back kind of guy. He loved to fish and spend...
Sandra Kay Chandler
Sep 11, 2018
Indianapolis – Sandra Kay Chandler, 72, passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2018. Sandra was born August 1, 1946 in Shelbyville, IN. Her family described her as brilliant, kind, enthusiastic and loving. Her smile exuded warmth and acceptance to everyone who was lucky enough to see it.Sandra (also known as Wife, Mom, Mama, Grandma, Gigi, Sandy and Sam) was one of...
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