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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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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...
Robert Burnell
May 14, 2026
Robert A. Burnell, 90, of Danville, passed away after a brief illness at Hendricks County Hospital on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
He was born in Danville to his parents, Ellis Douglas and Rose Josephine Burnell, on August 12, 1935. He graduated from Pittsboro High School in 1953 and remained in the Danville area for his entire life. He found his calling...
Leigh Runkle
May 4, 2026
Leigh Runkle, 63, of Roachdale, Indiana, passed away peacefully May 4, 2026, in the Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, Indiana.
Arrangements for cremation and a private farewell service have been entrusted to the care of Eric M.D. 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...
Ernest "Ernie" Martin
May 1, 2026
Ernest Robert “Ernie” Martin, 89, of Pittsboro, Indiana, passed away on May 1, 2026. Born February 28, 1937, he was the seventh son of ten children born to Ewing Robert and Sylvia Laverne (Call) Martin. He married Doris Crick on December 23, 1962, in New Market, Indiana. Following his retirement from a career in accounting, Ernie became a fixture in...
John Isaac Hartsock
Apr 28, 2026
John Isaac Hartsock, 95 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on April 28, 2026. The following is an obituary written by his loving family.
Heaven ushered in a hero of the faith as John was welcomed home. John was born in Unionville, Indiana on December 27, 1930, to the late John and Elsie (June) Hartsock. He was living on his own and...
David Williams
Apr 24, 2026
David J. “Jeff” Williams, 64, passed away on April 24, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on February 14, 1962, in Washington, Indiana, to Charles Williams and Marilyn J. (Burger) Williams.
Jeff grew up in Tilton, Illinois, where he was raised by his mother and stepfather, Jesse Smalley, whom he lovingly considered his dad. He was a devoted member of...
Gary Wayne Brady
Apr 16, 2026
Gary Wayne Brady, 67 of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2026. The following is an obituary written by his loving family.
Gary was born in Indianapolis to Edwin L. and Marilyn F. Brady. Gary passed on April 16, 2026, after a brief illness.
Gary worked most of his career in various jobs in the warehouse business. In his free time,...
Lacy Leann Rust
Apr 5, 2026
Lacy Rust, 34, was born in Indianapolis, IN, where she grew up. Lacy moved to McMinnville, TN, in late 2018.
Lacy was beautiful, funny, kind, empathetic, smart, and understanding. She cared about people and always wanted the best for everyone. Lacy became a mother in 2017 with the birth of her daughter, Emma. Emma was her entire world, and Lacy devoted...
Lance Lindley
Apr 2, 2026
Lance Allen Lindley, 48, of Danville, IN passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, in Avon, IN, with his loving family by his side. Lance, affectionately known as "LL," was born on September 27, 1977, in Danville, Indiana, to his parents, Dwight and Cindy. As a child, Lance was known for being funny and very particular about his things. He...
Christopher Chelf
Mar 30, 2026
Christopher Stephen “Steve” Chelf
Christopher Stephen (Steve) Chelf, 73, passed away on March 30, 2026. Steve was born on August 25, 1952, to Eugene and Mary Jane Chelf. After graduating from Brownsburg High School, he went on to study Journalism at Butler University. While in college, he worked part-time as a deli manager at Preston Safeway, where he met the love...
Jimmie Dale "Junior" Reid, JR
Mar 24, 2026
Jimmie Dale Reid Jr.
March 31, 1994 – March 24, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Jimmie Dale Reid Junior, age 31, of Indianapolis, Indiana, who left us too soon on March 24, 2026. Jimmie, also lovingly known as Junior to some, was known for his vibrant spirit, contagious humor, and passion for his family,...
Larry Mathew
Mar 24, 2026
Larry Mathew, 64, of Lizton, passed away peacefully on the evening of March 24, 2026, at his family farm, surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on September 1, 1961, to Wayne and Marilyn Mathew, Larry lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his family. On February 14, 1981, he married...
Dale Alan Jarrett
Mar 21, 2026
Dale Alan Jarrett, 75, of Avon, Indiana lost his hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer on March 21, 2026, passing peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones.
Dale was born on November 10, 1950, to his late parents Robert and Dorothia (Dot) Jarrett. After finishing school, Dale began his career as a truck driver for Phoenix Fabricators & Erectors in Avon, Indiana...
Charles D. Scott
Mar 17, 2026
Charles David Scott, 83, of Lizton, Indiana, passed away March 17th at Hendricks Regional Hospital in Danville, Indiana.
He was born January 7, 1943, in Lebanon, Indiana, to Cecil and Naomi (Covey) Scott, and was a 1961 graduate of Pinnell High School. He served as an MP in the United States Army from 1964-66, stationed at Checkpoint Charlie, in West Berlin,...
Allen Lea Lanford
Mar 15, 2026
Allen Lea Lanford, 95 of Brownsburg, Indiana, peacefully passed away on March 15, 2026. A full life story is being written by his family and will be available to read here momentarily.
Friends and family are invited to gather at Hope Community Church in Brownsburg, Indiana, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm, with the funeral service...
Betty Louise Parker
Mar 13, 2026
Mrs. Betty Louise Parker, 92 of Danville, Indiana, peacefully passed away on March 13, 2026. Betty was born January 10, 1934, in New Ross, Indiana, to parents Sylvester and Velma (Carney) Sandusky. She was a graduate of Brownsburg High School. She worked at Hoosier Motor Club and then as the secretary for the guidance department of Avon High School.
In addition...
Ellen Marie Wright
Mar 12, 2026
Mrs. Ellen Marie Wright, 79, of Pittsboro, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on March 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 14, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Walter L. Bushey and Patricia C. Smith. The following is an obituary written by her daughter.
Ellen graduated from Northwest High School in 1965, where...
Truman James Greaves
Mar 11, 2026
Truman James Greaves, 19, of Zionsville, passed away unexpectedly earlier this March in West Lafayette. Truman was a Purdue Honors College freshman studying engineering.
Truman is survived by his mother, Andrea Jeffers Spiegelberg; his father, Christopher Greaves; his siblings, Athena and Harrison; his grandparents, Tom and Gretchen Jeffers and Lee Greaves; his stepfather, Scott Spiegelberg; his stepsiblings, Katelyn and Brie; and...
Leslie A. Frazier
Mar 10, 2026
Leslie A. Frazier, 76 of North Salem, Indiana, passed away peacefully, March 10, 2026, in her home. Her loving family was by her side. Arrangements are pending in the care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home; all are encouraged to keep her family in your prayers during this difficult time of loss. Funeral Services will be held at 1pm, Tuesday,...
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