Obituaries

Joseph Junker

Joseph Junker

Jul 28, 2024

Joseph Junker, 78, of Carmel, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at IU Health North Hospital in Carmel. He was born on May 25, 1946 to Dale and Virginia (Nollette) Junker in Alexandria, Virginia. 

Joe graduated from Norfolk High School, Norfolk, NE in 1964 and attended South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD. He was employed by Behlen Manufacturing, Columbus, NE...

Dr. John Shellcroft II

Dr. John Shellcroft II

Jul 27, 2024

Dr. John “Rip” W. Shellcroft II, 76, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Harbour Manor Care Center in Noblesville. He was born on February 13, 1948 to William “Bill” and Angela (Evans) Shellcroft in South Charleston, West Virginia.

John graduated Valedictorian of his senior class of 1966 at Louisa High School in Kentucky. He received a...

Ronnie Keith Valentine

Ronnie Keith Valentine

Jul 25, 2024

Ronnie Keith Valentine, 76, of Sheridan, IN passed away on July 25, 2024 in his home surrounded by devoted family. He was born on November 4, 1947 in Pathfork, KY and had many stories of his childhood spent in the coal mining mountains. 

Ronnie moved to Westfield, IN as a teenager and graduated from Westfield High School in 1966. It was...

Roberta L. Oyler

Roberta L. Oyler

Jul 25, 2024

Roberta L. Oyler, 93, of Westfield, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Maple Park Village in Westfield. She was born on August 17, 1930 to Lawrence and Edith (Bishop) Foist in Columbus, Indiana.

Roberta was a homemaker, who loved being a grandma and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her children, Shirley Trent, Dale Oyler, and Alan...

Catherine Anne Sadler

Catherine Anne Sadler

Jul 24, 2024

Catherine (Cat) Anne Sadler was born in Nantwich, Cheshire, England on March 7, 1977. Catherine and her family moved from England to the United States when she was 4 years-old. During her childhood, her family relocated often for her father’s employment, she graduated from Terre Haute South Vigo High School where she participated in marching band, student council and mock...

Donald "Don" G. Whiteman

Donald "Don" G. Whiteman

Jul 23, 2024

Donald "Don" G. Whiteman Sr., 86, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Riverview Health in Noblesville. He was born on October 10, 1937 to Iverson and Dorothy (Obenland) Whiteman in Hoopeston, Illinois. 

Don proudly served in the United States Air Force. He retired from General Telephone. After retiring, he volunteered for the Indiana Transportation Museum. Don was...

Michael Wayne Klinger

Michael Wayne Klinger

Jul 23, 2024

Michael Wayne Klinger, 65, of Cicero, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2024, surrounded by his family and friends after fiercely battling cancer three times over the last two and half years. Mike was born on May 9, 1959, to Philip and Betty (nee Mikel) Klinger in Owensboro, Kentucky. 

Mike is survived by his wife, Elaine Breen; sons, Philip Klinger (Morgan Ault)...

Deanna Marie Maddox

Deanna Marie Maddox

Jul 23, 2024

Deanna Marie Maddox, 58, of Fishers, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. She was born on August 10, 1965 in Onslow County, North Carolina.

For 36 years, Deanna worked in insurance as a medical transcriptionist. She was very artistic and loved painting. Deanna was a great musician, playing several instruments for various bands in the area. She served as a...

Baron Jacob Spires

Baron Jacob Spires

Jul 21, 2024

Baron Jacob Spires, 17, of Fishers, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at his home. He was born on May 8, 2007 to Michael and Ginger (Martin) Spires in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

Baron was a Riley kid, and was recovering from a recent open heart surgery.  

Baron was a rising senior at HSE who loved basketball. He would often reminisce...

Mike Pearson

Mike Pearson

Jul 19, 2024

Mike Pearson, 65, of Noblesville, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at his home. He was born on April 4, 1959 in Tipton County, Indiana.

For 40 years, Mike was a warehouse worker. He met Sandy in 1979, and began dating before marrying in 1990. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing, and racing motorcycles. He was very artistic and enjoyed drawing. Mike...

John Alton "Al" Hoard

John Alton "Al" Hoard

Jul 17, 2024

John Alton "Al" Hoard, 90, of Westfield, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. He was born on June 9, 1934 to John Milton and Delores Emma (Shirey) Hoard in Westfield, Indiana.

Al was a 1952 graduate of Westfield High School where he quarterbacked the high school football team. He proudly served his country in the United...

Paul Albert McLaughlin

Paul Albert McLaughlin

Jul 17, 2024

Paul Albert McLaughlin, 87, of Noblesville, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at his home. He was born on August 29, 1936 to James Albert and Nemo (Thompson) McLaughlin in Long Beach, California.

Paul worked for RCA in the warehouse division. He enjoyed going to garage sales. Paul liked cars, going to car shows, and proudly owned several Miatas over...

Michael Ediza

Michael Ediza

Jul 16, 2024

Michael Ediza, 59, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was born on December 7, 1964 in Kananga Leyte, Philippines.

Michael was an artist who loved to create artwork using recycled bicycle parts.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leonardo Arar; and his mother, Elsa Fiting.

Michael is survived by his wife of 31 years, Tina Ediza; children,...

Beth Whisman

Beth Whisman

Jul 14, 2024

Beth Whisman of Atlanta, Indiana, was called home by her Lord and Savior on July 14, 2024. Beth was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on May 8, 1964 to Alan and Barbara (Boffo) Myers, who survive. She grew up on a farm in Carmel, Indiana and was a lifetime member of Gray Friends Church. As a child she loved being outside...

Martha Tyson

Martha Tyson

Jul 12, 2024

Martha Tyson, 95, of Noblesville, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024 at her home. She was born on February 1, 1929 to the late Kenneth and Frieda (Shaw) Hair in Hamilton County, Indiana.

Martha was a homemaker and attended Ford Street United Methodist Church in Lapel. Ellis and Martha were able to celebrate their 73rd wedding anniversary on June 5th...

Larry E. Smith

Larry E. Smith

Jul 11, 2024

Lawrence E. "Larry" Smith, 90, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Harbour Manor Care Center in Noblesville. He was born on February 23, 1934 to Edward and Marjorie (Thomas) Smith in Anderson, Indiana.

Larry graduated from Noblesville High School in 1952 and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He...

Israel Menchaca, Jr.

Israel Menchaca, Jr.

Jul 11, 2024

Israel Menchaca Jr., 76, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Richard L Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. He was born on October 13, 1947 to Israel, Sr. and Socorro (Huerta) Menchaca in Eagle Pass, Texas.

Israel proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. For 41 years, he worked for Public...

Joshua Paul Robertson

Joshua Paul Robertson

Jul 10, 2024

Joshua “Josh” Paul Robertson, 42, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at IU Health North Hospital in Carmel, Indiana. He was born on July 22, 1981, to Holmes Paul Robertson and Wanda Eileen (Titus) Robertson in Columbia, South Carolina.

Josh was a police officer, serving several communities in Central Indiana during his 17 years of service. In...

Wayne McGill Collins

Wayne McGill Collins

Jul 9, 2024

At six foot four inches tall, Wayne McGill Collins was often the tallest person in the room, soaring above the crowd with his blond hair and blue eyes. His imposing frame held an even bigger heart which will be sorely missed. On Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, Wayne passed away. 

Born September 15, 1936, Wayne was the middle child of Harry and...

Marianne Kern

Marianne Kern

Jul 7, 2024

Marianne Kern, 67, of Sheridan, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on July 7, 2024.

Marianne was a devoted mother, a cherished friend, and a beacon of laughter and love to all who knew her. Her warm smile and kind heart touched the lives of many, and her unwavering love for her family was evident in everything she...

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