All Obituaries

Myron D. Newland, 72, Indianapolis, IN passed away on February 10, 2024 in Indianapolis, IN. He was born on April 23, 1951 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Lawrence & Leota (Bo) Newland. Survivors include daughter, Megan Newland; sister, Darlene Newland Brunner; brothers, Marvin & Tony (Gregorio) Newland; sister-In-law, Connie Newland; Several nieces, nephews & cousins, extended family and dear friends. Preceded in death by parents, Lawrence & Leota (Bo)...

Donald W. Larrabee, a patriot, musician, and dedicated family man, passed away on March 11, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born in Indianapolis to Patrick J. Larrabee and Donna G. Larrabee. After graduating from Arlington High School in 1968, he answered the call to serve his country, joining the United States Marine Corps. Don's service in Vietnam from 1968 to 1970 was marked by bravery and valor, earning him numerous commendations including the National Defense Service Medal, the...

Manfred R. (Skip) Franke, 82, Fairland, IN passed away on March 25, 2024 in Greenfield, IN. He was born on August 18, 1941 in Indianapolis, IN and grew up in Spring Lake in Hancock County, Indiana. Survivors include wife of 44 years, Janette S. Franke (Bryant). Children: Linda (Butch) Roberts, Karen Franke-Chaney, Erich Franke, Jennifer (Kevin) McCormick. Step Children: Ron (Vanessa) Earl, Marcia (Mark) Cooper, Kevin (Angie) Earl, John Thompson; 20 grandchildren, 30 great...

Patricia Lynne Yancy was born September 1, 1948 to the late Gordon and Edna Shamley in Chatham, Ontario, Canada and passed on April 9, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She is survived by her husband, Glen E. Yancy of 55 years and lived in Fountaintown, Indiana. She leaves behind her children, Gregg (Julie) Yancy and Nicole (Joe) Stagnolia, 3 granddaughters, and her brother Chuck (Jill) Shamley. She was predeceased by her older brother, Gary (Kathie) Shamley. A Celebration of Life will be...

Jesse Lee Conyer, 57, Indianapolis, IN passed away on April 10, 2024 in Indianapolis, IN. He was born on August 30, 1966 in Indianapolis, IN. Survivors include sons, Justin L. (Rachel Johnson) Conyer, A.J. Rush; sisters, Darlene Hirsch, Diane Newell, Barbie Rose, Debbie Helton. Preceded in death by parents, Jesse & Mary Conyer. Jesse worked for US Air and was his mothers caretaker for the past 4 years until her passing on April 1, 2024. He loved to hunt and look for wild mushrooms, as...

Gina Sexton of Carthage, Indiana community, passed away in Greenfield, Indiana on March 24, 2024 after a brief illness. She was born in Bloomington, Indiana in 1965, and in 1976, her family relocated to Rock Island, Illinois, where Gina spent her formative years. Gina was a proud graduate of Alleman High School in Rock Island, Illinois, where she made lifelong friendships. Continuing her educational journey, she graduated from Black Hawk College. In 1985, Gina exchanged vows with Jim...

Russell Wade Durbin, 62, Born April 13,1961 in Indianapolis, IN. Passed on March 12. He was preceded in death by parents Irvin and Versie Durbin and grandson, Liam Hurst. Survived by daughters Misty(Jay),Christy(Brett), and Ammie (Sebastian), siblings Barry(Paula), Brenda(Blaine) Brian (Patty), Mark (Denise) many nieces and nephews ,grandchildren Gabby, Hailey, Timmy, Kirstin, Cynthia, Klaudia, and Parker and 9 great grandchildren. Over the years his caregivers Chelsea (niece), Lynda,...

Tina Michelle (Jarrett) Fanning, 49, Indianapolis, IN passed away on March 4, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN. She was born on November 19, 1974 in Fortville, IN. Survivors include husband, Ricky Fanning; daughters, Destiny, Kourtneyh, Kaylee, Myleigh Fanning; sister Brandy Garrett; brother, Orley Barr. Preceded in death by mother, Louise Jarrett; son, Brittian Skaggs; brothers, Russell & Steven Barr. Tina loved coloring, doing puzzles, cooking, and going on late night walks. "She was...

Betty Ann (Spitzner) Ritter, 89, of Morristown, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2024. Betty Spitzner was born May 24, 1934 to Leslie and Sylvia (Howe) Spitzner in Wayne County, Illinois. She spent her early days on a farm in rural southern Illinois with her four sisters during the last years of The Great Depression. On January 17, 1951, Betty married Ira Ritter. In 1957 with several small children in tow, the couple moved to Indiana, for Ira’s job. She worked a few odd...

Terri L. Wilburn, 65, Greenfield, IN passed away on February, 27, 2024 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born on April 8, 1958 in San Antonio, TX. Survivors include mother, Sharon K. (Haun) Wilburn; sister, Sheri L. Wilburn; nephew, Jesse (Carrie) Mitchell; great nephews, Eric & Joseph Mitchell; great niece, Kaylee Mitchell. The family would like to acknowledge her dear friend Kathie Dawes for her unwavering friendship over the years since college and taking on the roll & giving Terri...