Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis and surrounding areas.

Benjamin Wayne Easter

Benjamin Wayne Easter

Feb 28, 2021

Benjamin Wayne Easter was born October 30, 1998 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Richardean Williams Easter and Kenneth Easter.

Ben, also known as “little Ben” by others, was a very loving person who always put others first. Ben never met a stranger. He was always able to strike up a conversation with others.

He professed a belief in Christ...

Joi Evon Rowe

Joi Evon Rowe

Feb 26, 2021

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Troy Anthony Mcqueen

Troy Anthony Mcqueen

Feb 25, 2021

To honor Troy’s love for the game of soccer, donations can be directed to the 501 c(3) DynamoFC to support a scholarship that has been established in honor of the memory of Troy McQueen (member of Dynamo 74 state championship team!). Thank you in advance for your support, generosity, and fir helping us keep Troy’s legacy alive!

Minister Aaron Damon Bailey "Pete"

Minister Aaron Damon Bailey "Pete"

Feb 25, 2021

Aaron Damon Bailey, the second of eight siblings, was born on December 13, 1953 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Marietta Odessa Bailey and Robert Anderson Parrish. Aaron was also blessed with two bonus fathers, Reverend Edward Gurnell Sr. and Carl W. Bailey Sr.

He completed his primary and secondary education at Indianapolis Public School #44 and graduated from Shortridge High School.

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Josie Faye Ingram

Josie Faye Ingram

Feb 22, 2021

Josie Faye Ingram was born March 6, 1936 in Georgiana, Alabama to Dave and Amy George. Faye was a beautiful, bold, feisty, yet sweet-spirited women.

She moved to Indianapolis at a young age with her ten children. She loved the Lord and enjoyed reading her Bible, going to church, singing, playing the piano and spending time with her children...

Thelma Johnson

Thelma Johnson

Feb 18, 2021

Thelma Johnson, the only child of her beloved mother, Marguerite Bickham Butts and Archie Martin, was born in Bogalusa, Louisiana on December 29, 1925. Raised by Marguerite and step-father, Reeves Smith, Thelma attended the public schools of Bogalusa. As an only child, much of Thelma’s youth was spent with her younger first cousins in the Bickham and Peters families; they...

Leonard Wilson Moody

Leonard Wilson Moody

Feb 17, 2021

Leonard Wilson Moody, the son of Clarence Leonard Moody and Kate Katherine Moody, was born August 11, 1945 in Tompkinsville, Kentucky.

He confessed his faith and gave his life to Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Church of Christ.

Leonard was employed at Richardson Rubber Company for many years and after retirement, he worked part time...

Mrs. Wiltha R. Winfrey

Mrs. Wiltha R. Winfrey

Feb 15, 2021

Wiltha Ree Winfrey was born unto Rev. Clarence McGee and Freddie Mae Tyler-McGee on August 6, 1939 in Ruleville, Mississippi. Wiltha was the oldest out of her ten beautiful siblings. She spoke highly of she loved her parents. She loved her family with all her heart, enjoyed spending time with them and worked on the farm and cotton fields in...

Wilma C Kidd

Wilma C Kidd

Feb 15, 2021

Wilima Carolyn Kidd was born January 15th 1942 to the late Rev. AC and Bernice Rawls in Wetumke.AL, where she met her loving husband William Kidd.

They were united in holy matrimony and relocated to Indianapolis, IN. and thru this union they were blessed with (5) five beautiful children.

Wilma received her High School diploma from Carver Sr. High in...

Esther Jean (Morse) Johnson

Esther Jean (Morse) Johnson

Feb 14, 2021

Esther Jean Johnson, the daughter of Richard Morse and Ellis Morse, began her life journey on April 4, 1932 in Evansville, Indiana.

She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1950 where she was a member of the school band. After graduating from high school, Esther attended nursing school and received a degree in nursing. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse...

Robert "Sonny" Rutland

Robert "Sonny" Rutland

Feb 12, 2021

Robert (Sonny) Rutland was born February 13, 1940 in Indianapolis, IN to Frank Wills and Carrie Rutland. He departed this life on Friday, February 12, 2021 at home surrounded by family.

Sonny attended Indianapolis public schools and worked at Ford Motor company retiring after 30 years. After retiring Sonny begin doing the things he enjoyed like golfing and traveling with...

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