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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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Patricia P. (Parrish) Marmion
Dec 17, 2017
Patricia P. (Parrish) Marmion, 86, died on December 17th. A native of Indianapolis, she was born on July 4, 1931, the daughter of Frank B. and Mary E. “Babe” (Brossman) Parrish. She was a graduate of Howe High School, a graduate of Butler University in the School of Communications, a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, and a member...
C. Chris Eller
Dec 8, 2017
Charles Christian “Chris” Eller, 27 of North Salem, IN, passed away unexpectedly, December 8, 2017, in Rural Putnam County.
Chris was born on July 18, 1990 in Danville, IN to C. Brad and Gayle (Swihart) Eller, he attended Cascade and Tri-West High Schools. Chris was an incredibly talented machinist and worked in the Aero Space Industry for...
John L. Armstrong
Nov 4, 2017
John L. Armstrong, 70 of Brownsburg, passed away in his home, November 4, 2017, surrounded by his devoted and loving family.
John was born December 9, 1946 in Indianapolis, IN to Harry Hanson and Rosemary (Wills) Armstrong. Following his 1965 graduation from Howe High School, he faithfully served his country in the United States Army during the...
Patricia Kay (Myers) Todd
Oct 30, 2017
Patricia Kay (Myers) Todd, 73 of Brownsburg, passed away, October 30, 2017.
Pat was born September 6, 1944 in Lebanon, IN to James and Francis (Leckrone) Myers. She was a graduate of Lebanon High School and worked as a Controller for Ace Supply in Indianapolis.
Survivors include her daughters, Melissa (husband Denny) Frecker and Stacy...

Dale E. Mclane
Sep 29, 2017
Dale E. McLane, 67 of Pittsboro, passed away unexpectedly, September 29, 2017.
He was born August 7, 1950 in French Lick, IN to James E. and Oma Lea (Moss) McLane. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Vincennes University, in addition to his Associates Degree from Oakland University. He was the Financial Manager and...
Lisa Marie (Durham) Berkey
Sep 28, 2017
Lisa Marie Durham Berkey, 53 of Brownsburg, passed away, September 28, 2017 in Brownsburg Health Care, Brownsburg, IN.
Lisa was born December 10, 1963 in Indianapolis, IN to Jack and Mary Durham. A 1982 graduate of Bethesda Christian School, she would go on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Education at the University of Indianapolis,...
Arnold Myers
Sep 27, 2017
Arnold E. Myers, 82 of Brownsburg passed away peacefully, September 27, 2017.
Arnie was born, September 8, 1935 in Marco, IN to the late Clifford and Alberta (Lambright) Myers. Following his graduation from Linton High School, he served his county in the United States Army. On October 20, 1956, he married the love of his life, Retha...
Wesley Eldon Eckler
Sep 18, 2017
Wesley Eldon Eckler, 85 of Pittsboro, passed away, Monday, September 18 at Hendricks Regional Health in Danville, Indiana.
He was born April 4, 1932 in Dry Ridge, KY to the late John Wesley and Sylvia May (Myers) Eckler. He served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. On July 22, 1966, he married...
Verna Mae Love
Sep 6, 2017
Verna Mae Love, 92 of Pittsboro, passed away unexpectedly, September 6, 2017 in Hendricks Regional Hospital, Danville, IN.
Verna was born November 29, 1924 in Weir, Mississippi to Charles Alvin and Katie Lee (Crenshaw) King. She wed James Bailey Love on May 11, 1946 in Memphis, Tennessee a marriage that would last until his passing in 1980. ...

Robert Lee Huey
Aug 25, 2017
Robert Lee "Bob" Huey, age 70 of Spencer, Indiana, formerly of Hendricks county, passed away, August 25, 2017.
He was born March 27, 1947 in Terre Haute, IN to Robert E. and Martha Ann (Catlin) Huey. Mr. Huey faithfully served his Country in the United States Navy and worked for Conrail prior to his retirement.
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Marian Dolores Lanford
Aug 22, 2017
Marian “Dolores” Lanford, 80 of Brownsburg, IN, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at Brownsburg Meadows, surrounded by her loving family.
Dolores was born July 10, 1937 in Bloomington, IN to Walter and Josephine (Taylor) Bowman. She married the love her life, Allen Lea Lanford on April 16, 1955 a union that would last unbroken until the...
Leonard N. Roccia
Aug 12, 2017
Leonard N. "Lenny" Roccia, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 12, 2017 surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Lynette Roccia (nee: Whitaker) for 60 years. Loving father of Kim (Charles) Lindley, Tim (Alesia), Jim (Donna) and Matt (Tina) Roccia. Devoted grandfather of Laura (Kevin), Nicholas (Meara), Kelsea, Zac, Alex, Alison, Madison, Bailey, Blake, Roman and the late Jeremy. Loving...
Adam Bennett Poppa
Aug 3, 2017
Adam Bennett Poppa, 40 of Avon, IN, passed away unexpectedly, August 3, 2017 in his home.
Adam was born December 19, 1976 in Indianapolis and was a 1995 graduate of Tri-West High School, where he was a well-known athlete. He was the loving father of one son, Andrew Poppa. He was passionate about his son’s athletics, and...
Donald Ralph Blanton
Jul 28, 2017
Donald Ralph Blanton, 85 of Pittsboro, IN, passed away in his home, surrounded by those he loved, on July 28, 2017.
Donald was born March 26, 1932 in Pittsboro to Ralph and Cordis (Jones) Blanton. He was a 1950 Graduate of Pittsboro High School. He married Virginia (Kiger) Blanton on May 28, 1953 a marriage that would...
Hilda Maria Patterson
Jul 20, 2017
Hilda Maria Patterson, 84 of Pittsboro, IN, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017.
Hilda was born February 2, 1933 in San German, Puerto Rico to Angel L. and Carmen (Oritz) Ramirez de Arellano. She was a graduate of James Monroe High School.
Hilda became a resident of Pittsboro in 1962 when her soon-to-be fiancé, Richard...
Carolyn (Rose) Goldsmith
Jul 14, 2017
Carolyn “Cookie” Rose Goldsmith passed away, surrounded by family, on July 14, 2017 in Avon, IN after a brief battle with cancer. She was born May 6, 1948 in Wainville, Webster Co., WV. She was the eight child, second daughter, of the late Eugene “Gene” and Arlice “Lucy” Rose.
Cookie attended Wainville grade school and...
Lillian Rose Cundiff
Jul 13, 2017
Lillian Rose Cundiff, 61 of Pittsboro, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on July 13, 2017. Lillian was born August 1, 1955 in Indianapolis to William and Frances Haynes. She was a graduate of Pike High School and earned her Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Vincennes University. During her nursing career she served and comforted families in...

Rudy Gene Sanders
Jun 14, 2017
RUDY GENE SANDERS, age 72 of Pittsboro, Indiana passed away on June 14, 2017. Mr. Sanders was born on May 17, 1945 in Indiana. He graduated from Ben Davis High School in 1963 and Rose-Hulman in 1967. He was self-employed at BIM Solutions, LLC as a structural engineer. Visitation will be on Friday, June 16, 2017 from 5 to 8...

Maurice B. Spoon
Jun 10, 2017
MAURICE B. SPOON, 82 YEARS OF PITTSBORO, INDIANA, PASSED AWAY SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2017. BORN SEPTEMBER 28, 1934 IN MOORESVILLE, IN THE SON OF SCHUYLER SPOON, SR. AND EDITH(WRIGHTSMAN) SPOON. HE MARRIED LOUZINA M (MERRITT) ON SEPTEMBER 1958 IN PITTSBORO, INDIANA. MAURICE WAS TOWN MARSHALL FOR THE TOWN OF PITTSBORO RETIRING ON DECEMBER 31, 1999. LATER HE WAS A CROSSING...
Barbara R. Henderson
May 28, 2017
BARBARA R. HENDERSON, AVON, IN, AGE 87 PASSED AWAY SUNDAY MAY 28, 2017. BORN JULY 26, 1929 IN PITTSBORO, IN, THE DAUGHTER OF CHESTER WALDO AND VIOLA (STANLEY) REYNOLDS. BARBARA WAS A GRADUATE OF PITTSBORO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1947. SHE MARRIED GEORGE J. HENDERSON AUGUST 25, 1951 IN PITTSBORO. SHE WAS A MEMBER OF THE CLAYTON CHRISTIAN CHURCH AND...