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Benjamin Gage Tidwell

September 13, 1996 ~ August 29, 2026

Born in: Indianapolis, Indiana
Resided in: Indianapolis, Indiana

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Benjamin Gage Tidwell, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away in Indianapolis on August 29, 2026, at the age of 29. He was born in Indianapolis on September 13, 1996, and will be remembered with deep love by all who knew him.

Gage was extremely outgoing and had a rare gift for making others feel welcome. He never met a stranger, and his friendly nature made conversation come easily wherever he went. He enjoyed talking with others, and that warmth of spirit left a lasting impression on family, friends, and all whose lives were brightened by his presence.

He is survived by his father and mother, Joshua and Joling Tidwell; his siblings, Madison Tidwell, Victoria “Lulu” Tidwell, and Deron Young; and his grandparents, Jennifer Chang, Shelia Tidwell, and Wayne Tidwell, Charlotte and Ed Pardee.  He also leaves behind a host of friends who will carry his memory with affection and gratitude.

A Celebration of Life for Gage will be Sunday, September 13, 2026 From 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm at 524 Event Center, 524 Main Street, Beech Grove, Indiana 46107.

Services entrusted to O’Riley – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46227.

Gage’s life, though far too brief, was marked by connection, kindness, and an openhearted way of moving through the world. He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his family, his many friends, and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

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Celebration of Life: Sunday, September 13, 2026
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

524 Event Center
524 Main Street
Beech Grove, Indiana 46107

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  5. You are deeply loved by the Sumner family. Brecken will always cherish playing video games with you. Cami will miss your adventurous spirit and big hugs. Blakely will grow up knowing Uncle Gage. You were not just a best friend; you were a brother to Tay and me. Always there when we needed you. Always there to make our kids feel special. We will always remember your jokes and laughter.
    Love Ivie, Taylor, Cami, Brecken, and Blakely

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  10. I have few words for the loss of Gage. I only remember how proud of him you are and how you spoke often of his college days in Chicago. My heart is sad. I can’t imagine your feelings. May you always remember his gifts in life. Prayers for peace for you and your family.
    Marcia Kellner

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  11. Gage was one of my best friends in high school. While we drifted apart through the last ten years, he would still check in on me every once in a while, and I cannot believe he is gone. He believed in me back then, more than he ever had reason to. He was like that with everyone. Love you.

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  12. I’m so so sorry Joling. I’m praying for you and your family. I hope wonderful memories you hold dear bring you peace

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  13. Gage…, I wish I would’ve been able to connect on a deeper level had I known when the last. would be the last. Nobody prepares for this.
    It’s always the real ones who go first.
    My heart goes out to the family.

    (Maddie… I know it’s been a while. I’m here ALWAYS. I mean that.- 719-500-9895 )
    My condolences to you all.

    Rest easy Gage. ✌🏻🕊️
    I’ll never forget your light

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  14. Gage…, I wish I would’ve been able to connect on a deeper level had I known when the last. would be the last. Nobody prepares for this.
    It’s always the real ones who go first.
    My heart goes out to the family.

    (Maddie… I know it’s been a while. I’m here ALWAYS. I mean that.- 719-500-9895 )
    My condolences to you all.

    Rest easy Gage. ✌🏻🕊️
    I’ll never forget your light

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  16. Gage,
    I will remember you as someone who was always open and loving to others. You always embraced others in a way where they could simply be themselves without judgement and that is such a beautiful quality. I can’t remember a time in school seeing you without a smile on your face. Thinking of you and your family at this time.

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  17. Joling and family, I’m so sorry to hear about Gage’s passing,may our father in heaven comfort you all with loving memories of Gage as you go through this time of sorrow.

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  18. My heart pains for your loss. Gage called me Granny and I loved that. That connected me to the him and the family. I will always love you and your family. So sorry you are gone. I will always cherish your memories and family

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  19. I wrestled with Gage in high school and always felt out of place when I started because I wasn’t very good. Gage always made sure to check on me and told me to keep pushing myself and to keep my head up. We haven’t talked recently, but I will always remember him as one of the kindest and most caring people I have ever met. Rest in peace brother. We will meet again on the other side.

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  20. Joling, my heart is so heavy for you and your sweet family. I am deeply sorry for the unexpected loss of your precious son, Gage. There are simply no words that could ever be enough for a loss this great. I pray God wraps his loving arms around you and your family and gives you strength for each moment and each day ahead. When the weight of this loss feels too heavy to carry, I pray that God carries you in his arms. I care about you, I am praying for you, and I am here for you in whatever way I can be. May the love you shared with Gage, the memories you made together, and all the ways he touched your life remain forever embedded in your heart. His life mattered, and he will always be with you.

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  21. We love you Gage . You were such a kind person and you always had a smile on your face. You were truly one of a kind and loved by so many people. Im so blessed to have met you. Your were like a son to my husband Tom . You always called him on every holiday and told him you loved us. You were a big part of our family. We will forever cherish all of the memories that we had with you. May you rest in peace. Love Lisa and Tom Sumner

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  22. Oh friend, lighting a candle and sitting in this devastating loss and pain with you. Words are so inadequate. Sending love and care.❤️🙏🏽❤️

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  23. Gage,
    I’m sorry that it’s taken me a couple days to compose myself. I am beyond devastated at the loss of my brother. I will always love you and cherish the memories that we made together. I will forever miss the drunken phone calls in the middle of the night just to say hi and you love me. I will forever miss watching you being Uncle Gage and playing with my kids. I promise my children will always remember you. I will forever miss the surprise visits that turned into hours of just talking with each other about the past, present, and future. But above all, I will forever miss you, my best friend. I love you buddy.

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  24. Our hearts are absolutely broken knowing you’re gone. I still can’t believe I’m having to write these words about you. You were loved more than you probably ever realized, and you will always have a place in our hearts. We wish we could take away the pain your family is feeling and somehow turn back time. Rest peacefully, nephew. We’ll carry your memory with us, and you will never be forgotten. ❤️🙏

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  25. May his vibrant spirit continue on through those who love him.

    I’m keeping you in my thoughts Joling and family.

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  26. Joling, I’m still in disbelief! I am so sorry for the loss of Gage. I know that God is able to see you and your family through this trying time. May his Peace and Comfort be with you all!

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  27. My dear nephew, Benjamin Gage, I have many memories of you but one that stands out is how sweet and adorable you were walking down the aisle at your mommy and daddy’s wedding when you were 2. You had the biggest smile and loving personality that you continued to grow into as an adult. You were always so outgoing, talkative and funny! You were ready to jump in and start playing with your cousins whenever we were together.

    If anyone in the family needed help with anything, you were there to help unless you were out of town or working. You are one of the family members that never judged me for the past, which in some weird way I think made our connection closer which I always truly appreciated our relationship! I regret not spending more quality time with your household over the years. Our family gatherings will never be the same without you being there physically but I know you’ll be there in spirit. You will be forever missed but never forgotten. Love you always! 💝

    Aunt Stacy

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  28. Joling and family. I was deeply sadden of the death of your son.
    No words can express how sorry I am. But, I know what you are going through. Believe me I do. I love you now and will always. You are like a daughter to me and a great friend to Lauren. May God bless your entire family.

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