OBITUARIES

Jru Tay’Din Anderson

Jru Tay’Din Anderson

Aug 23, 2019

Jru Tay’Din Anderson, infant son of Napoleon Stuart Anderson, III and Tyshawna Michelle Holston of Indianapolis, passed away Friday, August 23, 2019 at Community Hospital South. Other survivors include his older brother, Ja’Veon Stuart Anderson; his maternal grandparents, Treshawn Holston of Indianapolis and Sean Craig of Indianapolis; his paternal grandparents, Latonya Pearson of Indianapolis and Napoleon Stuart Anderson, Jr. of...

Col. John Michael "Mike" Thackston, USA, Ret.

Col. John Michael "Mike" Thackston, USA, Ret.

Aug 18, 2019

On Sunday night, August 18th, 2019, John M. (Mike) Thackston passed away at the age of 57. Mike was born on March 29th, 1962, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Dewey and Barbara Thackston. After graduating from IUPUI, he enlisted in the US Army in 1985, attended Officer Candidate School, and commissioned as an Armor Officer. He then transitioned to an Intelligence...

Dane E.  Kramer

Dane E. Kramer

Aug 15, 2019

Dane E. Kramer, 49, of Greenfield, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2019 at Community Hospital North. Born at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove on August 15, 1970, Dane was the son of Richard L. “Dick” and Margaret A. “Peggy” (Fane) Kramer; his parents survive and reside in Indianapolis. On May 1, 2010 he was united in marriage to Jayme...

Valeria A.  Pettrie

Valeria A. Pettrie

Aug 13, 2019

“Miss Pettrie” Valeria A. Pettrie, 84, of Indianapolis, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2019. Born November 23, 1934 in Indianapolis, she was the daughter of the late Luther and Amy (Harris) Robinson. She was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, confidant and friend; and a faithful member of Good Shepherd Catholic church. She received her bachelor’s degree...

Mary Rose  (Salamone) Fisher

Mary Rose (Salamone) Fisher

Aug 9, 2019

Mary Rose (Salamone) Fisher, 94, Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at home August 9, 2019. Mrs. Fisher was born September 6, 1924, in Indianapolis, to the late Charles P. and Mariette (Maloni) Salamone. She graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1942 and attended Butler University. Mrs. Fisher proudly served as a Wave in the United States Navy during World War...

Mitchell R. Ramey

Mitchell R. Ramey

Aug 9, 2019

Mitchell Ryan Ramey, 25, of Greenwood, passed away on August 9, 2019. Mitchell was born on January 28, 1994 at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove to his parents, Cary D. and Mary L. (Waddell) Ramey who survive. Mitchell was a 2012 graduate of Center Grove High School. Following high school, Mitchell began trade school focusing on becoming a plumber....

Mary  Pauline  Anderson

Mary Pauline Anderson

Aug 7, 2019

Mary Pauline Anderson, 90, Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at home August 7, 2019. Mrs. Anderson was born November 3, 1928, in Moss, Tennessee, to the late David Luther “Brett” and Ruth Ann (Marrow) Smith. She worked for General Motors for more than 25 years as a seamstress and later as a spot welder. A longtime member of University Heights Christian...

Donna  Jeannine Gaither

Donna Jeannine Gaither

Aug 3, 2019

Donna Jeannine Cattin Gaither, 87, Indianapolis, passed away August 3rd, 2019. She was born October 6, 1931, to the late Claude and Bessie Newton Cattin. She married the late George William Gaither on April 7, 1951, and together they had 9 children. Those surviving children include: William (Lori), Cheryl (Rob), Thomas (Sarah), Michael (Brenda), Donald (Kim), and John (LeeAnn). Donna...

Michael A. Mayer

Michael A. Mayer

Jul 31, 2019

Michael A. Mayer, 62, of New Whiteland, passed away on July 31, 2019 at his home. Michael was born on November 28, 1956 to the late James Joseph Mayer and Rhee Marie Sandeland in West Allis, Wisconsin. On November 23, 2014 Michael was united in marriage to his loving wife, Robin Gounder who survives. Michael proudly served his country in...

Tony E. Gaalema

Tony E. Gaalema

Jul 28, 2019

Tony E. Gaalema, 68, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 28, 2019. Born February 20, 1951 in Indianapolis, Tony was the son of the late Charles and LaVerne (Reinking) Gaalema. Tony proudly served his country in the United States Army and was proud to be active in the American Legion and V.F.W. He worked for Pepsi as a...

Helena J. Rudolf

Helena J. Rudolf

Jul 26, 2019

Helena J. Rudolf, 69, of Beech Grove, passed away on July 26, 2019 at St. Paul Hermitage surrounded by her family and friends. Helena was born on February 10, 1950 in Beech Grove to the late Bernard L. and Frances (Nobbe) Rudolf. Helena was a graduate of Our Lady of Grace Academy in Beech Grove. After graduation, Helena worked for...

Barbara  L.  Sida

Barbara L. Sida

Jul 25, 2019

Barbara L. Sida, 78, of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019 at Franciscan Hospice House. Barb was born in Indianapolis on August 4, 1940 to the late Henry and Mary (Engle) Simon. On October 5, 1963 she was united in marriage to Joseph L. Sida and he preceded her in death on December 25, 1992. Barb was a faithful...

Patrick C. Henn

Patrick C. Henn

Jul 19, 2019

Patrick C. Henn, 84, of Indianapolis, passed away July 19, 2019 at St. Paul Hermitage in Beech Grove. Born March 13, 1935 in Indianapolis, Pat was the son of the late Carl and Valeda (Mueller) Henn. On June 6, 1964, he was united in marriage to Josephine A. (Comado) Henn; she preceded him in death on February 1, 2018. Pat...

JoEllen Forestal

JoEllen Forestal

Jul 18, 2019

JoEllen Forestal, 85, of Indianapolis, passed away in the early morning hours of July 18, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. JoEllen was born on June 25, 1934 to the late Joseph and Leona (Brackman) Werner. On June 8, 1957 in Little Flower Catholic Church JoEllen was united in marriage to the late Richard F. Forestal. A woman of faith,...

Douglas Gerald  Johnston

Douglas Gerald Johnston

Jul 16, 2019

Douglas Gerald Johnston, 22, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. Born August 14, 1996 in Indianapolis, Doug was the son of Brian T. and Dianne (Imran) Johnston; both of his parents survive and reside in Indianapolis. Doug was a faithful member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church where he attended grade school. He spent his high school...

George F. Mennel, Jr.

George F. Mennel, Jr.

Jul 13, 2019

George F. Mennel, Jr., 94, of Indianapolis passed away surrounded by his loving family on July 13, 2019. George was born on March 25, 1925 in Indianapolis to the late George F. and Marie C. (Gruner) Mennel. On June 7, 1947 he was united in marriage to Patricia A. (Chapman) Mennel who survives. George was a graduate of Manual High...

Florence C. Petersen

Florence C. Petersen

Jul 8, 2019

Florence C. Petersen, 88, of Indianapolis, passed away July 8, 2019. Born January 14, 1931 in Providence, Rhode Island, Florence was the daughter of the late Francis M. and Florence (LaPorte) Neary. She was united in marriage to Frederick C. Petersen who preceded her in death on March 8, 2012. Florence was a graduate of the Rhode Island Hospital School...

Joseph P. Wohlhieter

Joseph P. Wohlhieter

Jun 22, 2019

Joseph P. Wohlhieter, 91, of Indianapolis, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, June 22, 2019. Born May 27, 1928 in Indianapolis, Joe was the son of the late George and Stella (Pfeiffer) Wohlhieter. On October 14, 1950 he was united in marriage to Anna (Neraston) Wohlhieter; she preceded him in death on July 12, 2017. Joe was...

August Frank Caito

August Frank Caito

Jun 20, 2019

August Frank Caito, 95 of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2019. Gus was the son of August and Mary (Mercurio) Caito; both were from immigrant families that migrated from Sicily. He was married to Mary Charlene (Natale) Caito and she preceded him to heaven. Mr. Caito grew up in the Italian section of Indianapolis and was a...

Sundara Kirkendoll

Sundara Kirkendoll

Jun 19, 2019

Sundara Kirkendoll, 44 of Greenwood, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at her home. Born on Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 25, 1974, Sundara was the daughter of Danny Ray Reed and Diana C. McClintic. Sundara was a 1993 graduate of Riverdale High School in Ft. Myers, Florida. She worked as the office...

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