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James  Leroy Reardon

James Leroy Reardon

Dec 31, 2020

James Leroy “Jim” Reardon, 78, Indianapolis, passed away at his home December 31, 2020. Jim was born May 25, 1942, in Effingham, Illinois, to the late Leonard and Betty (Ervin) Reardon. He married Judith Probst in October of 1960, and from this marriage, two daughters were born: Kelly and Robin. Jim graduated from Effingham High School, where he excelled in...

Kimberly  Ann Busald

Kimberly Ann Busald

Dec 30, 2020

Kimberly Ann Busald passed away on Wednesday, December 30th 2020, surrounded by her husband and children. Kim was born January 15th, 1958 to Patricia Hogan and Wayne Wolven. She was little sister to Debbie and big sister to Karen. The three girls have always been very close and loving sisters. As a child, Kim’s family moved to a new home,...

E. Peter Cavallaro

E. Peter Cavallaro

Dec 29, 2020

E. Peter Cavallaro, 97, Greenwood, passed away December 29, 2020. Mr. Cavallaro was born October 7, 1923, in Indianapolis, to the late Pietro and Christina (Colarocco) Cavallaro. Pete graduated from Arsenal Technical High School and served briefly in the United States Army. He worked for forty years for Cornelius Printing Company, retiring as a web pressman. During his retirement years,...

William  R.  Penish

William R. Penish

Dec 29, 2020

William R. Penish, 93, lifelong Indianapolis resident, passed away December 29, 2020. Mr. Penish was born August 14, 1927, to the late Will and Bertha (Pflum) Penish. He married the love of his life, Diane, on February 16, 1952, and she preceded him in death after 59 years of marriage. Bill graduated from Shortridge High School, proudly served in the...

Paula Jean  Kriech

Paula Jean Kriech

Dec 26, 2020

Paula Jean Kriech, 72, Indianapolis, passed away December 26, 2020. Paula was born April 16, 1948, in Indianapolis, to the late Charles W. and Irene (Osborne) Roberts. She married Michael E. Kriech on August 24, 1968, and he survives. She graduated from Emmerich Manual High School and worked as a clerk at the City County Building before transitioning to retail....

Rev. Richard  C.  Gilaspy

Rev. Richard C. Gilaspy

Dec 26, 2020

Rev. Richard C. “Dick” Gilaspy Dick passed into the arms of his beloved savior Jesus on December 26, 2020, at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis, after having served from 1956 through 1998 as pastor and Bible teacher at Baptist churches in Indiana, Michigan and Washington state. He was founding pastor of Burge Terrace Baptist Church in Indianapolis. Dick graduated from...

Barbara  Jean  Dugan

Barbara Jean Dugan

Dec 26, 2020

Barbara Jean Dugan, 85, of 18th Street, Columbus, died peacefully at 12:10 p.m. December 26th, 2020, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Barbara was born January 13, 1935, in Seymour to parents Nicholas & Leona Speckner Vogel. She married Dr. Thomas P. Dugan on Sept. 28, 1957; he preceded her in death on March 7, 2017. She was also...

Matt D.  Dillon

Matt D. Dillon

Dec 24, 2020

Matt D. Dillon, 60, Indianapolis, passed away December 24, 2020. Matt was born in Hillham, Tennessee on November 23, 1960, to the late Clyde and Ruth (Mace) Dillon. He married Lea (Carter) Dillon on September 24, 1983, and she survives. He grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Wood High School, where he was on the yearbook staff. Matt worked...

Ronald  L.  Shockey

Ronald L. Shockey

Dec 24, 2020

Ronald Lee Shockey, 73, Indianapolis, passed away on December 24, 2020, after an extended illness. Ron was born October 10, 1947, in Batesville, to the late Patrick and Edna (Boyd) Shockey. He married Sharon (Schmidt) on June 26, 1976, and she survives. Ron graduated from Versailles High School. He worked for more than 25 years for H & H Bulk...

Patricia  A.  Long

Patricia A. Long

Dec 23, 2020

LONG, Patricia A. "Pat", age 74, of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2020. She was born February 13, 1946 in Indianapolis, Indiana, daughter of the late Christopher B. & Margaret A. (Sendek) Fahy. Pat spent much of her time as a homemaker. When her children were grown, she spent many years working in healthcare, retiring from St. Francis Hospital....

Mary Gaughan Allen

Mary Gaughan Allen

Dec 18, 2020

Mary Gaughan Allen, 90, lifelong resident of Indianapolis, passed peacefully in her sleep December 18, 2020. Mary was born September 3, 1930, in Indianapolis, to the late Patrick and Delia (Conway) Gaughan. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School and attended Marian University. Mary worked at Hartford Insurance and retired in 1995. She was a member of Good Shepherd, St....

Mary Jane "Janie"  Kiefer

Mary Jane "Janie" Kiefer

Dec 17, 2020

Mary Jane Kiefer was welcomed into heaven by her father and mother on Thursday, December 17, 2020, at St. Paul’s Hermitage, Beech Grove, Indiana. Janie, 81, was born February 4, 1939, in Lebanon, Indiana, to the late Louis John Kiefer and Mary Catherine (Kilfoil) Kiefer. She is survived by sisters, Patricia Ann Kiefer of Seymour, Indiana, and Sally (Jim) Williams...

Anthony  E.  Ahaus

Anthony E. Ahaus

Dec 14, 2020

On Monday, December 14, 2020, Anthony E. Ahaus, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 70. Tony was born on September 4, 1950 in Indianapolis, IN to Edward and Ruth Ahaus. He graduated in 1968 from Chartrand High School and later earned his Degree from ITT, working 27 years in tele-communications for RCA/Thomson....

Laverne F. Neely  Davis

Laverne F. Neely Davis

Dec 12, 2020

Laverne. F. Neely Davis, 91, Indianapolis, passed away December 12, 2020. Mrs. Davis was born November 18, 1929, in Indianapolis, to the late John Edward and Lillian E. (Braun) Tragesser. She was the widow of Lloyd Farnsworth Neely and Frank B. Davis. Laverne graduated from Arsenal Technical High School and attended Marian University. She later graduated with a business degree...

Andrew  R. "Andy"  Huddleston

Andrew R. "Andy" Huddleston

Dec 11, 2020

Andrew R. “Andy” Huddleston, 31, Indianapolis, was set free of his earthly limitations and reunited with his mother on December 11, 2020. Andy was born March 26, 1989, to the late Roseann M. (Fischer) Huddleston and Donnie J. Huddleston, who survives. Andy attended Rise Learning Center for a number of years and most recently Charlene’s Angels. He loved to attend...

William  J.  Bevan

William J. Bevan

Dec 8, 2020

William J. Bevan, 75, lifelong resident of Indianapolis and the official scorekeeper of the Indiana Pacers for 51 years, passed away December 8, 2020. Bill was born May 15, 1945, to the late William E. and Elinor (Stahl) Bevan. He married Sheryl (Ekren) on December 27, 1981, and she survives. Bill graduated from Scecina Memorial High School in 1963. He...

Robert  G.  Welmer

Robert G. Welmer

Dec 4, 2020

Robert G. Welmer, 89, Indianapolis, passed away December 4, 2020. Mr. Welmer was born July 24, 1931, in Columbus, Indiana, to the late E.A. and Berniece Welmer. Bob graduated from Columbus High School and proudly served in the United States Army. He was a graduate of Franklin College, where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. Bob was...

Teresa  A.  Booth

Teresa A. Booth

Dec 3, 2020

Teresa A. Booth, 66, Plainfield, passed away December 3, 2020 at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Teresa was born October 21,1954, in Indianapolis, to the late Henry and Dorothy (Osborne) Woodall. She married Steven E. Booth on October 5, 1985, and he survives. Teresa graduated from Indian Creek High School and attended IUPUI. She had a great work...

Beverly  Bass

Beverly Bass

Nov 30, 2020

Beverly Bass, 74, Indianapolis, passed away November 30, 2020. Mrs. Bass was born September 18, 1946, in Harvey, Illinois, to the late Warren and Mary (Brady) Blank. She graduated from Thorton High School in 1964 and attended South Suburban College. Beverly worked from 1967 – 1994 in distribution at Allied Tubing & Conduit. She was a member of St. Mark...

David  Lee Burton

David Lee Burton

Nov 30, 2020

David Lee Burton, 67, Indianapolis, passed away November 30, 2020. David was born April 9, 1953, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Billy Dean and Barbara (Wonn) Burton. He graduated from Arlington High School in 1972 and attended Ball State University. A true music lover, Dave’s favorite job was at Disc Records in Glendale. He was also a graphic artist...

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