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Recent obituaries in Hendricks County and Surrounding Areas
The obituaries in the Hendricks County along with Pittsboro, Brownsburg, Danville, North Salem, Lizton, Avon and surrounding areas reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity in Hendricks County and surrounding areas history and identity.
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June Lorraine Cain
Aug 16, 2026
June Lorraine "Thornsbrough" Cain of Pittsboro, Indiana went to be with our Lord on August 16, 2026, after a short illness. The following is a tribute written by her loving family.
June was born in Danville, Illinois, on April 25, 1936, to the late Ennis and Evelyn "Hughes" Thornsbrough. June was raised along with six siblings in Alvin, Illinois. She was...
Martin Gibbs
Aug 16, 2026
Mr. Martin Gibbs, age 101, of Pittsboro, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Martin was born on July 8, 1925, in his family’s Brownsburg home, the son of the late Clarence John and Mary Catherine (Roach) Gibbs. He was the sixth of twelve children, growing up alongside four brothers and seven sisters. While raised...
Robert Lee Holder
Aug 12, 2026
Robert "Bob" Lee Holder, 71, of Danville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Bob was born in Indianapolis on February 12, 1955, to the late Clarence and Jeanetta (Pearson) Holder. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Army Veteran from 1974 to 1978.
A talented carpenter who took real pride in a hard day’s...
Michael Allen Russell
Aug 9, 2026
Michael Allen Russell, 64, born on December 15th, 1961 – passed away unexpectedly on August 9th, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Beth, his dog, Blue, his son, Chas (Alissa), his daughter, Chloee (Daniel), his grandchildren, Gracie, Cooper, Hunter, Riley, Fynnlee, Jaxson, Hutch, Terry, Chloe, Jamieson, Deagon, Devyn, his great-grandchildren, Leilani, Lincoln, Prince, Dausyn, his brother,...
Myra Lou Howell
Aug 8, 2026
Myra Lou Reynolds Howell, 86, of Indianapolis, Indiana, went to be with her Lord and Savior August 8, 2026. She was born July 11, 1940, to the late Claude T. and Mary O. (Waters) Reynolds. Myra was raised in Pittsboro, Indiana and was a 1958 graduate of Pittsboro High School. During her school years, she was active in the band...
Kevin Kerzee
Jul 31, 2026
James Kevin Kerzee, 54, of Brownsburg, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on July 31, 2026. Kevin was born on February 10, 1972 to Maurice and Carolyn Sue Kerzee. He was raised in Bay City, Texas and was a 1990 graduate of Bay City High School where he was a standout swimmer and competed in the UIL Texas State Swimming Championships in...
Christina Andrew
Jul 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Christina Andrew
July 24, 2026
Christina Andrew, 42, of Pittsboro, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2026.
Adventurous, outgoing, loving, and truly a beautiful soul, Christina cared deeply for everyone around her and loved to travel. Above all, she was a wonderful and loving mother to her daughter, Kendall. She was a cherished daughter to Donna Andrew and Thomas...
Wanda Jones
Jul 18, 2026
Wanda K. Jones, 89, of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Avon.
Born March 5, 1937, to Esten Carl (Jack) and Zelma Lee Pullum, she was the youngest of six children. She was raised on a farm in Hymera, Indiana. She attended Hymera High School, where she met the love of her life, Wayne Jones....
Infants Jameel and Jacoby Saintinor - Pierre
Jul 13, 2026
Infants Jameel and Jacooby Saintinor-Pierre, of Brownsburg, passed away unexpectedly on the day of their birth, July 13, 2026.
Private memorial services will be held by the family. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hendricks County. All are encouraged to keep the Saintinor-Pierre family in your prayers during this profoundly difficult...
Alverne W. Cohenno
Jul 12, 2026
Alverne Cohenno
June 28, 1960 – July 12, 2026
Alverne W. Cohenno, age 66, of Danville, IN, passed away on July 12, 2026, in Danville, Indiana.
Though he had no known surviving family, his life had quiet dignity, and he will be remembered by the Danville community he called home.
Cremation arrangements are under the care of Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation...
Garrett Manns
Jul 12, 2026
Garrett Manns, 27, of Danville, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2026, at his Danville home.
A complete life story is forthcoming from the family. In the meantime, all are encouraged to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of loss.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services...
Aric N. Shipman
Jul 6, 2026
Aric N. Shipman, 56, of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away on July 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 29, 1970, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Aric was the son of William "Bill" and Jo Ann (Chambers) Shipman. He graduated from Brownsburg High School in 1989 and went on to become a member of Electrical Union IBEW Local 481 for 24...
Trevor Hill
Jul 6, 2026
The following is an obituary written by Trevor’s loving family.
With broken hearts, we announce the death of Trevor James Hill, age 21, of Pittsboro, Indiana, who passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 6, 2026, in Brownsburg, Indiana. Deeply loved, he will forever be missed by his parents, John and Wendy Hill; his siblings, Bryce (Elizabeth) and Sean; his grandfather, Ronald...
Rosaline Maymon
Jun 28, 2026
Rosaline Maymon, 90 of Pittsboro, Indiana, passed away peacefully, June 28, 2026, in IU West Hospital, Avon. Arrangements are pending in the care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hendricks County. All are encouraged to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of loss.
Josephine A. "JoAnn" Lucas
Jun 26, 2026
Josephine A. “JoAnn” Lucas, 85, formerly of North Salem, Indiana, peacefully passed away on June 26, 2026, in her Brownsburg home surrounded by her loving family. JoAnn was born February 1, 1941, the daughter of Roy and Julia (Flom) Pierce. She graduated from Franklin Township High School, Class of 1959. She married Dale Eugene “Gene” Lucas on November 27, 1959....
Greg Perry
Jun 14, 2026
Gregory Perry
September 25, 1960 – June 14, 2026
Greg Perry, 65 of Stilesville, passed away unexpectedly on June 14, 2026.
Arrangements are pending in the care of Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hendricks County. A complete obituary and service details will be shared as soon as they become available.
Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during...
Dominic Anthony Sospirato, Jr.
Jun 5, 2026
Dominic Anthony Sospirato Jr.
Below is a loving Tribute from his brother-in-law -
Dominic was born on May 11, 1946 in Cleveland Ohio.
He graduated from Cathedral Latin School in 1964. He attended Ohio University in Athens Ohio. Of his education, he was fond of saying that he "outfoxed" all of his teachers. They didn't teach him anything.
He married his high school sweetheart...
David Mount
Jun 4, 2026
David Bruce Mount, 61, of Brownsburg, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on June 4, 2026. He was born February 9, 1965, to Edward and Dorothy (Cook) Mount, and was the youngest of his family.
David lived with his mother until moving to a group home in Bargersville, Indiana. While there, he worked at Domino’s and held other jobs through...
Shirley Steadham
May 15, 2026
Shirley Ann Steadham, 81, of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away on May 15, 2026, in Avon, Indiana.
Born on November 17, 1944, in Indianapolis to her parents, Ed and Thelma Sturm, Shirley grew up in Decatur. She spent her life loving and caring for those around her and was a devoted mother, wife, daughter, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose kindness and compassion touched...
Teresa Ruark
May 14, 2026
Teresa Ann Stout Ruark
August 2, 1963 — May 14, 2026
Teresa Ann Stout Ruark, 62, of Clayton, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in Danville, Indiana.
Teresa was a devoted wife and a loving mom, aunt, sister, and daughter. She was adventurous in life and loved to socialize with her family and friends. Married to her husband, Jim, for 38...


