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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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Christopher Chelf
Mar 30, 2026
Christopher Chelf, 73 of Brownsburg, passed away, March 30, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Arrangements are pending in the care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home, all are encouraged to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of loss.
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,...
Timothy Allen Proctor
Mar 9, 2026
Timothy Allen Proctor, age 79, of North Salem, Indiana passed away on March 9th, 2026, peacefully at his home. He dedicated six years in the United States Air Force and led a successful career of 30 years at Allison Transmission/Rolls Royce/General Motors. For the last 27 years, he has been checking boxes off his dream list and following his passions,...
Clayton James Spradlin
Mar 8, 2026
Clayton James Spradlin, our sweet precious first son of Melanie and Noah Spradlin. Was born at IU Riley Indianapolis, IN at 12:33am on Sunday March 8, 2026, and his heart stopped beating at 12:50am on March 8,2026.
Clayton is survived by his loving parents, Noah and Melanie Spradlin, his two fur sisters Ellie and Bailey of North Salem; grandparents Michael and...
A. “Don” Neely
Mar 6, 2026
A. Don Neely, 87, of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away on March 6, 2026, at Brownsburg Meadows. Born in Graves County, Kentucky, to O.D. and Lee Ella (née Williams) Neely, Don spent over forty years as a dedicated employee of Kite Construction. He was also a proud, 47-year member of the Painters Local Union 47 in Indianapolis. In his free time,...
Carole N. Olds Ryan
Mar 4, 2026
Carole N. Olds Ryan was born at Coleman Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. After graduating from Speedway High School in 1960, she was a layout artist for multiple newspapers, including the Indianapolis Star and one in Orange County, CA.
She was a graduate of The Law Enforcement Academy, where she earned her proudest achievement, an expert marksman’s honor. She went to become...
Barbara Ann Browning Shumaker
Mar 3, 2026
Babara Ann Browning Schumaker, 56 of Avon, Indiana, passed away on March 3, 2026. A full life story is being written by her loving family and will be available to read here momentarily.
Her family will celebrate her life privately at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hendricks County. All are...
Larry Ivan Michael
Mar 3, 2026
Larry Ivan Michael passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 81, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana in Columbus, Indiana. He was born on October 2, 1944, in Lincoln, Nebraska to the late Jewel and Virginia (Huxford) Michael. On October 22, 1966, he married his high school sweetheart, Kay Zimmerman.
He is survived by his loving...
Laura “Annie” Swain
Feb 28, 2026
Laura Ann “Annie” Swain, 90, of Danville, Indiana, passed away on February 28, 2026, at her home. She was born on August 27, 1935, in Lebanon, Indiana, to Ralph and Cora Jones.
Annie was a simple, loving woman whose life was rooted in faith, family, and hard work. A devoted farmer’s wife, she understood that farm life required blood, sweat, and...
Mike Lazaro, Jr.
Feb 27, 2026
Michael "Mike" A. Lazaro, Jr., 62 of Brownsburg, Indiana, passed away on February 27, 2026. Mike was born on May 17, 1963, in Gary, Indiana, to parents Michael and Carol (Fasel) Lazaro. He earned a bachelor's degree in nursing and cared for patients as a traveling cardiac nurse. Mike enjoyed baseball as well as nature and traveling, riding his Harley...
Robert Alexander Smith
Feb 27, 2026
Robert Alexander Smith, cherished and beloved first son of Nolan Smith and Rylie Brown, was born sleeping at 6:38 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, at IU Health West Obstetrics and Gynecology in Avon.
Robert is survived by his loving parents, Nolan Smith and Rylie Brown and big sister, Charlotte Smith of Brownsburg; grandparents, Nancy Smith of Indianapolis, Nathan (Jennifer) Smith of...
Anthony Lomax
Feb 26, 2026
Mr. Anthony Lomax, 56, of Indianapolis, Indiana, and formerly of California, passed away on February 26, 2026. He was born on March 5, 1969, in Los Angeles, California, to Larry and Barbara (Lovejoy) Lomax. The following tribute was lovingly written by his devoted wife.
Anthony was a man whose warmth, humor, and devotion to family left a lasting impression on everyone...
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