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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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Nathalie Jo Leathers

Nathalie Jo Leathers

Dec 5, 2025

The following is an obituary written by Nathalie Jo's loving family.

Nathalie Jo Hawkins Leathers, 91 of Lizton, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 5th surrounded by her family.

She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was known for being a strong-willed and passionate woman. Jo was born on May 13, 1934, to George Dewey Hawkins and...

David Coll

David Coll

Nov 30, 2025

The following is an obituary written by Mr. David Coll’s loving family.

David L. Coll, born June 27, 1944, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025, surrounded by his family. A resident of Lizton, Indiana.

On June 25, 1966, Dave married Margaret Welch, beginning a lifelong partnership with shared devotion to their family.

Dave worked for many years as a machinist, a...

Lawrence Bailey

Lawrence Bailey

Nov 27, 2025



Per his request, there will be no public services, but he will be laid to rest in K of P Cemetery in Lizton, Indiana.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Liberty Christian Church (2010 Liberty Church Rd, Martinsville, IN 46151) and Pittsboro Baptist Church (P.O. Box 582, Pittsboro, IN 46167) in loving memory of Lawrence.

Arrangements are entrusted to Eric M.D....

Kevin Babcock

Kevin Babcock

Nov 26, 2025

The following is an obituary written by Kevin’s loving family.Kevin Michael Babcock, 44, passed away on November 26, 2025. Born in Camarillo, California, Kevin was from Colorado Springs, Colorado, and most recently made his home in Danville, Indiana. Kevin was a proud graduate of Texas A&M University and a decorated veteran of the United States Air Force, where he served with honor...

Imogene Arnold

Imogene Arnold

Nov 21, 2025

Imogene Arnold, 93 of Brownsburg, Indiana, peacefully passed away on November 21, 2025.  A full life story is being written by her loving family and will be available to read here momentarily.  

Friends and family will gather at Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home in Pittsboro, Indiana, for visitation on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 3pm to 4pm, with the celebration...

Estel Collins

Estel Collins

Nov 20, 2025

Mr. Estel Collins, 85 of Pittsboro, Indiana, peacefully passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family.  The following is an obituary written by his loving family.

Estel was born in Rensselaer, Indiana on September 30, 1940, to Sam and Cloria (Conley) Collins. Estel is one of five siblings: Wetzel, Lena, Lessie, and Mitchell Collins. He enjoyed telling stories about...

Virginia W. Slocum

Virginia W. Slocum

Nov 18, 2025

Virginia W. Slocum, 94 of Brownsburg, passed away peacefully, November 18, 2025.  The following is an obituary written by her loving family.

Virginia “Ginger” Witcher Slocum, of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away in the presence of family November 18, 2025.  She was born June 25, 1931, in Scottsville, Kentucky. 

Ginger was preceded in death and welcomed home by her husband, Richard Slocum; parents,...

Jon Woody

Jon Woody

Nov 16, 2025

Jon Woody, 76, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 16, 2025, after a lengthy illness.  The following is an obituary written by his loving family.

He was born in Lafayette, Indiana, the son of James and Della (Spenard) Woody, who preceded him in death along with his brother, Jim, and his beloved grandparents. He graduated from...

Gary Robert Gregory

Gary Robert Gregory

Nov 3, 2025

Gary Robert Gregory, 87, of Eugene, OR, died peacefully in his sleep on November 3, 2025.

He was born on April 14, 1938, to his loving parents, Bob and Margaret Gregory of Pittsboro, IN. He graduated a proud Hoosier from Indiana University in 1962. He proceeded to enlist and serve a proud two years in the United States Army, and retired...

Norma J. Bierman

Norma J. Bierman

Oct 30, 2025

Norma J. Bierman , age 94 of Brownsburg, IN (formerly Lincoln, IL) passed away October 30, 2025, at 4:23 a.m. at Brownsburg Meadows.

Norma was born February 19, 1931, in Lincoln, IL, the daughter of William and Louise (Reinert) Armstrong. She married Orin F. Bierman on February 11, 1961, and they were happily married for 51 years prior to his passing on...

The Right Reverend Catherine M. Waynick

The Right Reverend Catherine M. Waynick

Oct 30, 2025

The Right Reverend Catherine Elizabeth Maples Waynick, 10th Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis, died October 30th at the age of 76. She led the diocese from 1997 to 2017, guiding it through two decades of growth, inclusion, and evolving mission in the Episcopal Church. She was the seventh woman to be consecrated bishop in the Episcopal Church and...

Robert Paul Austin, Jr.

Robert Paul Austin, Jr.

Oct 23, 2025

The following is an obituary written by Bob’s loving family.

Robert Paul Austin, Jr. (Bob) passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025. He was born March 25, 1951, to Robert Paul Austin Sr. (deceased) and Marguerite M. Austin (deceased) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Bob was the third of four children born to Paul and Margie.

Bob grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. He met his...

Lisa R. Coolbaugh Cruz

Lisa R. Coolbaugh Cruz

Oct 22, 2025

Lisa R. Coolbaugh Cruz, 70 of Indianapolis, Indiana, peacefully passed away on October 22, 2025.  A full life story is being written by her loving family and will be available to read here momentarily.

Arrangements are currently pending in the care of Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Pittsboro, Indiana.

All are encouraged to keep her family in your...

Charlotte Mosley

Charlotte Mosley

Oct 21, 2025

Mrs. Charlotte Mosley, 94 of Pittsboro, Indiana, peacefully passed away on October 21, 2025.  The following is an obituary written by her loving family.

Charlotte Jane (Brock) Mosley, age 94, passed peacefully to her eternal home on October 21, 2025, in Danville, IN. Jane was born April 19, 1931, in Coalgood, KY to Victoria (Marshall) and James Andrew Brock, both preceded...

Robert Warren Collins

Robert Warren Collins

Oct 21, 2025

Robert Warren Collins, 68 of North Salem, Indiana, peacefully passed away on October 21, 2025.

This is a brief glimpse of the life of Robert Warren Collins.

He was born July 19, 1957, in Sacramento, California. He was the son of Richard William Collins and Janis Lea Grafton Collins.

He is the brother to Richard Collins (Shannon), Karen Collins, and Ron Collins (JoAnn)....

Katherine Irene Bunch

Katherine Irene Bunch

Oct 20, 2025

Katherine Irene Bunch, 66 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on October 20, 2025.  Her loving family will be honoring her life privately, but all are encouraged to keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of loss.

Arrangements are entrusted to Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Pittsboro, Indiana.

Jerry Bondurant

Jerry Bondurant

Oct 15, 2025

Jerry Bondurant, 86 of Lizton, Indiana, peacefully passed away on October 15, 2025.  

Jerry's family honored his life privately, and he was laid to rest in K of P Cemetery in Lizton, Indiana.

All are encouraged to keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of loss. 

Clara Maude Thompson

Clara Maude Thompson

Oct 8, 2025

Clara M. Thompson, 87, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025, with family by her side. She was born on February 10, 1938, a daughter of Lester and Lillie Wilson.

Clara, or Clara Maude to family members, grew up on the family farm near New Maysville in Putnam County along with her siblings, Harve Clark and Virginia Kay. There were always other...

Ross E. Miner

Ross E. Miner

Sep 29, 2025

Ross E. Miner, 59 of Danville, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly, September 29, 2025, in Danville. 

He will be laid to rest in the Lizton K of P Cemetery. 

All are encouraged to keep the Miner family in your thoughts and prayers during this time. 

Arrangements are entrusted to Eric MD Bell Funeral Home

Lise' K. Crouch

Lise' K. Crouch

Sep 27, 2025

The following is an obituary written by her loving family.

Lise’ K. Goodnight-Crouch, affectionately known as “Mammaw”, ascended to her Heavenly reward on September 27, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. A proud native of North Salem, Indiana, born on February 16, 1956, to Phyllis & Rex Goodnight, Lise’ was the second of five children: Kyle, Erin, Neil, and Eric (who...

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