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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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Karla G. Penndorf
Dec 13, 2018
Karla G. Penndorf, 57 of Columbus, Indiana, passed away, December 14, 2018.
In accordance with her wishes private services were held in the care of funeral director Eric MD Bell of the David A. Hall Mortuary, Pittsboro, IN.
Angela Loring Campbell
Dec 13, 2018
Angela Loring Campbell, 53 of Brownsburg, passed away, December 13, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Angela was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 15, 1965 to Richard C. and Sandra (Kemper) Crist. She was a 1983 graduate of Brownsburg High School. Following her graduation, Angela began a 35-year career caring for children in both private and public-school settings....
Sharon Saunders
Dec 12, 2018
Sharon Saunders, 66 passed away, December 12, 2018.
Private Services were held in the care of funeral director Eric Bell and the staff of the David A. Hall Mortuary.
Robert L. Elliott
Dec 3, 2018
Robert L. Elliott, Jr., 85 of Pittsboro, IN, was born into eternal life December 3, 2018.
Robert was born on March 18, 1933 in Evansville, Indiana to Robert L. and Florence G. (Yellig) Elliott, Sr. He was a graduate of Wreitz Memorial High School in Evansville, Indiana. He then went to work for the Southern Railway as...
Keith B. Wathen
Dec 1, 2018
Keith B. Wathen, 35 of North Salem, IN, passed away, December 1, 2018. Keith was born February 19, 1983 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Tom and Laura Joyce (Parsons) Wathen.
He was a 2002 graduate of Tri-West High School. He was an Agricultural Representative in the seed sales field for AgriGold and LG Seeds. Keith was an avid...
Phil “Big Tuck” Tucker
Dec 1, 2018
Phil "Big Tuck" Tucker, 56 of Pittsboro, passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2018.
Phillip Tucker was born on July 24, 1962 in Lebanon, Indiana to Marvin and Barbara Tucker. Phil was raised in Pittsboro and was shown the example of community spirit and involvement from an early age, as he worked in the family business, Tucker’s...
Freda V Pence
Nov 29, 2018
Freda V. Pence, 92 of Avon, passed away peacefully, November 29, 2018.
Arrangements are currently pending in the care of Eric Bell of the David A. Hall Mortuary, Pittsboro.
Anita J. Strosnider
Nov 27, 2018
Anita J. Strosnider, 75 of Pittsboro (formerly of Zionsville), IN, passed away on November 27, 2018.
Anita was born on November 28, 1942 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Delmar and Devota (Scott) Ditzenberger. She was a graduate of North Central High School and worked for Allison Transmission, the Farmers State Bank in Zionsville, Walmart, and Marsh...
Sherry A. Wiseman
Nov 22, 2018
Sherry Arlene Wiseman, 80 of Greencastle, passed away on November 22, 2018.
She is survived by her sister, Donna Rae (husband Charles) Brackin; a niece, several nephews, cousins, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Maxine Wiseman, and sister Emily Kay Lowe.
Sherry loved her friends at Asbury...
Lois Anne Caldwell
Nov 20, 2018
Lois Anne Caldwell, 83 of Avon (Formerly of Pittsboro), passed away peacefully, November 20, 2018. Lois was born September 18, 1935 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Harvey and Lois Ogden. She married Jack Dillon Caldwell on Sept. 20, 1953 in Indianapolis, a loving union that would last over sixty years until his passing in April of 2014. She worked as...
Robert B. Thomas
Nov 18, 2018
Robert B. Thomas, Jr., age 75, of Brownsburg, IN passed away, November 18, 2018. Mr. Thomas was born March 3, 1943 to Robert B. and Frances (Cox) Thomas, Sr. He was a graduate of North Central High School and worked his entire career in the printing field.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He greatly enjoyed...
Dennis C. Karsnick
Nov 17, 2018
Dennis C. Karsnick, age 84, of Pittsboro, IN passed away, November 17, 2018. Mr. Karsnick was born November 15, 1934 in Detroit Michigan. He was a graduate of St. Theresa School and attended the University of Detroit. He relocated to Indianapolis for his work in finance and accounting at Allison Transmission. Dennis greatly enjoyed spending time with family, working...
Lawrence Battistini
Nov 13, 2018
Larry Battistini passed away peacefully on November 13, 2018 in Avon, Indiana where he lived for the past five years. Previously, he lived in Highland, Indiana with the love of his life, his wife, Maryanne Burke Battistini, who survives. They were married for 65 years and raised four children. Larry retired as an employee of the Lake County Government...
Wes Allen Morgan
Oct 31, 2018
Wesley Allen Morgan, 26 of Jamestown, IN, passed away peacefully, and went to be with the Lord, on October 31, 2018 with his loving mother at his side.
Wes was born September 27, 1992 in Indianapolis to Eric and Alice (Carey) Morgan. He was a 2012 graduate of Tri-West High School and worked in the decorative tile...
James I. Dugan
Oct 20, 2018
James Ivan Dugan, 77 of Maplewood, IN, passed away peacefully and went home to be with the Lord, on Saturday, October 20, 2018, surrounded by his large and loving family. He had a lengthy and challenging struggle with PSP.
Jim was born November 23, 1940 at home in Maplewood, Indiana to the late Lowell Carey “Jack” and...
Paul S. Petko
Oct 20, 2018
Bishop Paul S. Petko, 62 of Lizton was born into eternal life, October 20, 2018 in Avon, Indiana. A private Requiem Mass will be held. He will be laid to rest in the Sparks Cemetery, Pittsboro, IN.
Mark Richard Inman
Oct 10, 2018
Mark R. Inman, 68 of Indianapolis, passed away, October 10, 2018 at Life's Journey Hospice in Avon, Indiana.
Private Arrangements have been entrusted to Eric Bell, Funeral Director of the David A. Hall Mortuary.
Mildred E. Rawlings
Oct 10, 2018
Mildred Elizabeth Rawlings, 87 of Danville, IN, passed away on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 in Danville.
Mildred was born October 6, 1931 in Indianapolis, IN. She was the youngest of three sisters who were raised in Lizton, Indiana by their foster-mother, Elizabeth Leach. Her family attended the Lizton Christian Church together.
Mildred was a 1949...
Troy S. Russell
Oct 3, 2018
Troy S. Russell, age 32, of Pittsboro, IN passed away unexpectedly, October 3, 2018. Troy was born January 12, 1986 in Las Vegas, NV. He was raised with his brother by their dedicated father, George Russell. Troy was a graduate of Brownsburg High School and was a passionate builder in the construction industry, as well as at his own...
Ann Rita Bernard
Sep 29, 2018
Ann Rita Bernard, 85, of Indianapolis, passed away on Saturday, September 29, 2018.
She was born to Marshall and Margarita Werth in 1932 in Groton, South Dakota. She enjoyed the last 54 years living in Indianapolis. While in Indianapolis, she worked as a registered Dietitian at St. Vincent Hospital, was a Cub Scout Den Mother, volunteered her...