Neils Stephen Kaptain

Neils Stephen Kaptain, 44, Indianapolis, passed away March 23, 2020, as a result of a tragic accident. Neils was born November 3, 1975, in Indianapolis, to Arnold and Carolyn (Messick) Kaptain, who survive.

Neils attended Lutheran High School and graduated from Emmerich Manual High School. He worked in various construction jobs through the years. Neils was a people person and was never lacking for friends. He loved bicycles, fashion, and was always interested in looking his best. Neils will be fondly remembered by his loving family for his big grin and his free spirit.

Survivors include his parents, Carolyn and Arnold Kaptain; daughters, Chloe Kaptain, Zeya Gill, and Alicia Russell; half-brother, Darrin Cronkhite; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

A private family service will be held on Thursday afternoon, March 26, 2020, at the O’Riley Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Those wishing to participate in Neils’ funeral by watching the service are welcome to do so on the O'Riley Funeral Home YouTube channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCrxmCV_sXzQnNTp490g5yCQ.