Obituaries

Robert Musselman

Robert Musselman

Jun 15, 2014

Robert "Wayne" Musselman, 97, departed this life on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at his Noblesville home after a brief illness. He was born on June 29, 1916 to O.C. and Jesse (Males) Musselman in Wayne Township, living his entire life in that area.One of Wayne's farms is a recognized Hoosier Homestead, having been in the family over 100 years.  He...

Carol Bengele

Carol Bengele

Jun 15, 2014

Carol A. Bengele, 67, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at home. She was born on December 25, 1946 to Francis and Betty Lou (Wise) Lorey in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.Carol was an ordained minister and loved to serve the Lord. She enjoyed spending time with her church family, and she also loved to design and decorate homes. She...

Christopher Mangano

Christopher Mangano

Jun 14, 2014

Christopher J. Mangano, 57, of Fishers, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at his home. He was born on October 2, 1956 to Joseph and Ellen (Harnett) Mangano in Chicago, Illinois.Christopher worked as an underwriter for Indiana Lumbermens Insurance for four years. He was a former cub scouts leader, was a White Sox fan, and enjoyed biking. Most of...

Ron Grabb

Ron Grabb

Jun 14, 2014

Ron Grabb (formerly of Marietta, GA and Decatur, IL) placed his hand in God's and passed over on June 14, 2014 at 67 years of age. Ron was born April 17, 1947, in Decatur, IL, the son of Loren "Doc" and Carmen "Boots" Grabb. His parents preceded him in death. Ron was a graduate of Eisenhower High School (Decatur, IL)...

Sawyer Hostetler

Sawyer Hostetler

Jun 13, 2014

Sawyer Benjamin Hostetler, 8 weeks, of Fishers, died on Friday, June 13, 2014 at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. He was born on April 15, 2014 to Michael and Katie (Wood) Hostetler in Indianapolis, Indiana.He is survived by his loving parents, Michael & Katie Hostetler; brothers, Landon, Cole, and twin brother, Owen Hostetler; maternal grandfather, Brian Wood of Maryland;...

Frank Leier

Frank Leier

Jun 12, 2014

Frank Leier, 101, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2014 at Harbour Manor Care Center in Noblesville. He was born on January 14, 1913 to Stephen Leier in South Bend, Indiana.Frank worked as a painter and kept books for the Painters Union for 45 years.  He was a member of International Union of Painters & Allied Trades #1118,...

Jeremy Locke

Jeremy Locke

Jun 12, 2014

Jeremy David Locke, 32, of Westfield, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2014. He was born on August 22, 1981 in Plymouth, Indiana.Jeremy is survived by his mother, Pam (Wayne Beverage) Locke; father, Hugh David (Rachel) Locke; son, Ethan Andrew Locke; brother, Ryan (Michelle) Allen; sister, Megan (Steve) Russell; brother, Cameron Locke; brother, Connor Locke; sister, Claire Locke; grandparents, Dick...

Eric Blissitt

Eric Blissitt

Jun 10, 2014

Eric D. Blissitt, 53, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Riverview Hospital. He was born on February 3, 1961 in Monon, Indiana. Eric owned and operated Blissitt Insurance for over 20 years, and was a graduate of Purdue University. He enjoyed fishing, and traveling, and was an avid Boilermaker fan, but most of all he loved...

Betty Williams

Betty Williams

Jun 9, 2014

Betty Earlene (Wilson) Williams, 88, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 9, 2014, at Riverview Health in Noblesville while surrounded by her family. She was born November 17, 1925, in Cave City, Arkansas, the oldest of four children, to Gladys (Landers) and Guy Wilson.She graduated in 1944 from Cave City High School where she met and married...

David Johnson

David Johnson

Jun 6, 2014

David Lynn Johnson, 52, of Noblesville, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2014 at home. He was born on April 15, 1962 to Alfred and Frances (Casteel) Johnson in Russell County, Virginia.David was a sensational and dedicated husband, father, son, brother, and grandfather.  He worked as a heavy equipment transporter.David spent his life as a local "gearhead" dedicated to improving...

Benjamin Spurlock

Benjamin Spurlock

Jun 2, 2014

Benjamin L. Spurlock Jr., 89, of Indianapolis, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2014 at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis. He was born on July 8, 1924 to Benjamin and Myrtle Spurlock in Grandview, Indiana.In 1942, Benjamin graduated from Ben Davis High School, and proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1943-1946 during WWII, receiving the Asiatic-Pacific...

Rita Cook

Rita Cook

May 30, 2014

Rita Dea Cook, 71, of Cicero, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2014 at her home. She was born on November 21, 1942 in Muncie, Indiana.Rita worked as a salesperson for Physicians Mutual insurance for 10 years before retiring. She enjoyed camping and traveling, and was an avid Elvis fan. Rita loved Cardinals both the bird and the University of...

Kathryn Bittinger

Kathryn Bittinger

May 29, 2014

Kathryn M. Bittinger, 88, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at her daughter's home in Carmel, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 15, 1926 to Fredrick and Clara (Abels) Shaffer in Dravosburg, Pennsylvania.Kathryn worked as a Bookkeeper for Tri-County Mental Health (now Behavior Corp). She was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church and the Noblesville...

James Bailey

James Bailey

May 27, 2014

James Larry Bailey, 68, of Cicero, IN passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 17, 1945 to James and Pauline Bailey in Loretto, TN. His parents precede him in death. Larry was a 1963 graduate of Noblesville High School. He retired from General Motors Division in Anderson, IN after 30 years...

Marian Breyer

Marian Breyer

May 25, 2014

Marian Ruth Breyer, 74, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at Indiana University Hospital North in Carmel. She was born on June 27, 1939 to Thomas and Agnes (Large) Amphlett in Madison, Wisconsin. Marian worked as the Director of Religious Education at Mount Washington United Methodist Church in Cincinnati, OH.  She also worked as a manager of...

Gene Smith

Gene Smith

May 25, 2014

Gene Smith, 69, of Westfield, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on November 06, 1944 to Cas and Francis Mary (Hobbs) Smith in Sandgap, KY. Gene worked as a concrete truck driver at Carmel Concrete for approximately 35 years. He retired from the company in 2007. Gene loved to buy...

Margaret Bailey

Margaret Bailey

May 24, 2014

Margaret Palmer Bailey, 92, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2014 at Allisonville Meadows in Fishers. She was born on November 21, 1921 to Alex and Alice (Boblis) Kinder in Westville, Illinois. Margaret was a Bank Administrator and Director for First National Bank of Westville, which she owned with her first husband, Don Palmer, who died November...

Rita Jones

Rita Jones

May 23, 2014

Rita I. Jones, 65, of Indianapolis, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2014. She was born on March 11, 1949 to Charles and Cecile Blakley in Evansville, Indiana. Rita and her late husband Hughie W. Jones are survived by 2 loving daughters; Connie (Johnny) McLean and Margo (Brian) Hoaglan.Rita was a member of Saint Louis de Montfort Catholic Church where...

Louis Ortiz

Louis Ortiz

May 23, 2014

Louis A. Ortiz, 99, of Noblesville, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2014 at Riverview Hospital. He was born on August 6, 1914 to José and Angelita Ortiz in Monte Vista, Colorado.Louis had worked for Goeke Chrysler as a mechanic before retiring in 1980, and proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII. He was a member...

Jimmy Moody

Jimmy Moody

May 22, 2014

Jimmy O. Moody, 74, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville. He was born on August 5, 1939 to Henry and Versie Grace (Daly) Moody in Double Springs, Alabama. Jimmy retired in 1992 after 20 years with Chrysler Motors; and was a member of the Baptist faith. He was a caring, generous father...