Obituaries

Feb 12, 2022

Joan Eunice Neuwirth passed away February 12, 2022.  She was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 19, 1922 to Elton and Florence Barret. She grew up in a loving family with three dear sisters, Lois, Jackie, and Toni. Their special bond continued to bring her joy and support throughout her life. She was raised in Detroit and...

Feb 11, 2022

Kathy Renae Ashpaugh , 57, of Cicero, IN, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022 at Riverview Health in Noblesville, IN. Born in Kokomo, IN on May 8, 1964, Kathy was the first-born child and only daughter, of Terry Shrock and Jean Brown Barnhart.

Kathy graduated from Taylor High School Kokomo in 1982, and in...

Feb 11, 2022

LaDean M. Boone , 86, of Noblesville, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022 at Wellbrooke of Westfield. She was born on February 5, 1936 to William H. and Alyda M. (Taylor) Beavers in Medora, Indiana.

LaDean was a 1953 graduate of Mitchell High School. She was a homemaker for many years. LaDean also enjoyed...

Feb 9, 2022

Sylvia J. Kirkman , 83, of Westfield, passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at St. Vincent Carmel Hospital.  She was born on January 26, 1939 to Raymond H. and Martha Jane (Jessup) Stewart in Westfield, Indiana.

For over 30 years, Sylvia worked in the office and cafeteria for Westfield High School and also for...

Feb 8, 2022

On February 8, 2022, Jason Ryan Wilds of Fishers, Indiana passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in his sleep.  Jason was born on September 4, 1972, and in his 49 years on this earth, had more positive impact on the people around him than most of us can ever hope to have.

He will be incredibly missed by...

Feb 8, 2022

Burten W. Mickelson, 85, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at his home.  He was born on January 5, 1937, to LaVerne Mickelson and Elsie (Porter) Mickelson in Union Mills, Indiana.

Burt worked for Amoco (Standard Oil) Corporation for over 37 years, living in various locations throughout the state of Indiana.  He was an avid IU basketball...

Feb 7, 2022

Phyllis E. Davis , of Noblesville, IN passed from this life to her Heavenly home on Monday, February 7, 2022 at her residence near Noblesville. She was the daughter of Clarence and Mary (Stuart) Davis and was born at home near Jolietville, IN on October 7, 1922.

Phyllis attended and graduated from Westfield High School...

Feb 7, 2022

Thomas A. Branum Sr ., 84, of Fishers, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022, at Riverview Health in Noblesville.  He was born on March 6, 1937 to Delmer and Margaret (Gregg) Branum in Clinton, Indiana.

Tom grew up in Parke County, IN and graduated from Rosedale High School in 1955.  He was a financial...

Feb 7, 2022

Thomas "Tom" E. Brinker , 80, of Noblesville, was a loving, caring, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend.  He left this world suddenly on Monday, February 7, 2022 at his home. He was born on July 27, 1941 to Norman and Elizabeth (McAttee) Brinker in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Tom was a manager and supervisor...

Feb 6, 2022

Paul Alan Forner , 68, of Fishers, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 6, 2022 while on vacation.  He was born on August 1, 1953 to Leonard and Nanojean (Gilbert) Forner in Aurora, Illinois.

Paul worked for Carrier Corp. as an engineer.  He was a member of St. Louis de Montfort Catholic Church and loved...

Feb 6, 2022

Billy G. Gentry passed from this world into the hands of HIS loving Saviour, Jesus The Christ, on February 6, 2022.  Bill heard Jesus say, “Well done! Come Home my beloved son. Your work is finished. Enter into your eternal rest.”

Bill was born on January 15, 1945 in Tippecanoe, Ohio to the late Darwin...

Feb 5, 2022

Tanner Bradley , 27, of Beech Grove, passed away on Saturday, February 5, 2022 at his home.  He was born on October 2, 1994 in Noblesville, Indiana.

Tanner was a carpenter for the past 4 years. He loved spending time with his son, his brothers and his nieces and nephews. Tanner was loved by everyone....

Feb 4, 2022

Brenda (Lindvall) Forbes, 69, passed away on February 4, 2022 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville, IN after fighting to recover from a stroke for the past two months.

Brenda graduated from Culver Community High School in 1971. She attended Purdue University where she met Kirk Forbes over a bucket of paper mâché glue while making a Homecoming...

Feb 3, 2022

Max Hoffer , 98, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022 at Green House Senior Living in Carmel.  He was born on February 8, 1923 to Idyl and Faye (Leiter) Hoffer in Claypool, Indiana.

Max proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII, spending 2 years in the US and...

Feb 3, 2022

John Andrew Ruder , (known by all as Jack), passed February 3, 2022 in his home at Independence Village in Fishers, IN at the age of 95.  He was born on December 3, 1926 in Evansville, Indiana to Francis Stephen Ruder and Cecilia Barrett Ruder.

As a young boy, Jack attended St. Benedict’s Catholic Church...

Feb 3, 2022

James T. Dillinger II, 78, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022.  He was born on May 21, 1943 to James and Mabel (Andrews) Dillinger in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Jim was a graduate of Noblesville High School, attended Sunset School of Preaching, and received a bachelor's degree from Rochester College in Michigan.  He was the minister...

Feb 2, 2022

Bessie Mullins , 79, of Noblesville, passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Riverview Health in Noblesville.  She was born on October 4, 1942. Bessie loved life and her family was her whole world. Between her kids, her grandchildren, and her great grandkids she has had a hand in helping raise and shape 3 generations for...

Feb 2, 2022

Travis Roy Edwards , 49, of Coal City, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis.  He was born on September 4, 1972 to Frank and Susan Ann (Brantlinger) Edwards in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Travis was a brick mason for many years. He enjoyed learning history. Travis loved his...

Feb 2, 2022

Janet Sue Shibata , 61, of Noblesville, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Riverview Health in Noblesville. She was born on February 11, 1960 to Billy and Irene (Henson) Jones in Hyden, Kentucky.

Janet worked for Freije Engineered Solutions for over 15 years. She was an active...

Feb 1, 2022

Judith Ann Prater, 75, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at her home.  She was born on November 9, 1946 to Harold and Edith (Durr) Prater in Elwood, Indiana.

She is survived by her siblings, Patricia (Larry) Mullins, Bill (Carrie) Prater, Steve (Hazel) Prater, and Harold (Deanne) Prater, Jr.; sister-in-law, Sheila Prater;...