Obituaries

Albert E. Parsons

Apr 29, 2019

Albert E. Parsons, 72, Greenfield, IN passed away April 29, 2019.

Arrangements are being handled by Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Royster-Askin-Sandrock Chapel, 2310 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222.

Online condolences can be made at www.bellmortuary.com

Jolande E. (Betz) Womack

Apr 26, 2019

Jolande E. Womack, 80, of Indianapolis, IN , passed away April 26, 2019.  She was born in Munich, Germany. She is survived by her husband, James C. Womack; son, James C. Womack, Jr.; sisters,  Bertha Crymes, Hildegard Coloma; Grandchildren, Carlos Lejjena, Makayla Womack, Kameron Womack, Chloe Womack, Taylor Womack.  Preceded in death by parents Karl and Magdalena Betz; son,...

Kathleen Avery

Apr 17, 2019

Kathleen Avery, 65, of Tupelo, MS, passed away on April 17, 2019 in Indianapolis. She was born on September 19th, 1954. Survivors include her husband; William Avery, Sons: William “Clay” Weatherspoon, Max Avery, Sister: Sandra (James) Isom of Benton Harbor MI; Brothers: Richie Weatherspoon of Muskeggon, MI; Emanuel Weatherspoon of Indianapolis, IN; Aunts: Christine Bolden of Detroit, MI; Ollie...

Daryll W. Bratton

Apr 13, 2019

Daryll W. Bratton , 68, of New Palestine, IN passed away April 13, 2019 at his home. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri to parents Betty (Strathe) and Arthur Bratton.

Services will be announced at a later time.

Arrangements being handled by Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Shangrila Chapel, 1444 W US Hwy 52, Fountaintown,...

Glenn W. Thomas

Apr 11, 2019

Glenn W. Thomas , 57, of Indianapolis, IN passed away April 11, 2019.

Arrangements are being handled by Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Royster-Askin-Sandrock Chapel, 2310 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222.

Online condolences can be made at www.bellmortuary.com

Cheryl Linn (Hatzell) Hatzell

Apr 5, 2019

Cheryl “Cheri” Linn Hatzell , 49, of Indianapolis, IN, a beloved daughter and sister,  passed away April 5, 2019. She was born in Indianapolis to parents Alice (Black) and Richard Hatzell. Survivors include her parents; sister, Cynthia Perry; brothers, Timm (Suzzi) Broyles, David (Gina) Broyles; grandmother, Doris Black; aunts, Carol Allen, Dorothy Black, Rosemary Ramer; nephew, Jerimey Perry; nieces,...

Michael E. Smith

Apr 2, 2019

Michael E. Smith , 44, passed away April 2, 2019 in Indianapolis, IN.

Arrangements are being handled by Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Royster-Askin-Sandrock Chapel, 2310 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222.

Online condolences can be made at www.bellmortuary.com

Thomas Anthony James Cook

Apr 1, 2019

Thomas Anthony James Cook, 67, of Indianapolis, passed away on April 1, 2019 in Indianapolis.  He was born on September 30, 1951 in Indianapolis, IN.

Survivors include wife, Emma Roberts Cook; sons, Thomas Baxter, Anthony Roberts and Erik Cook; bonus son, Charles Cook; daughters, Rebekah Roberts and Cynthia Ratcliff; son-in-law, Michael Ratcliff, Jr.; sisters, Mary Cook, Patricia...

Melvin Larry Medlin

Mar 30, 2019

Melvin Larry Medlin, 71, of Greenfield, IN passed away Saturday, March 30, 2019.  He was preceded in death by Kathy Medlin, Steve Medlin, Loretta and Deanne Hauck.  He is survived by son, Dale (Jacqueline) Smith; daughter, Laura (Mike) Root; sisters: Darlene Medlin, Vicky Reynolds, Teresa Larose, Mary Jo Medlin, Regina Spencer, and Nadine Mann; brothers, Rusty and Lonnie Medlin;...

William Frank Cawley

Mar 25, 2019

William Frank Cawley , 67, of Indianapolis , IN passed away on March 25, 2019.

William was born in Mason City, IA on February 27, 1952, a son of the late Willella (Copas) Cawley and James Melvin. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Judy Adams and Jerry Lou Cantrell. William has one surviving sister,...

David L. Mcqueen

Mar 22, 2019

David L. McQueen , 57, of Carlisle, IN

David was born in Kentucky on June 24, 1961, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2019.

David was the son of the late Frank J McQueen and Retha D (Ayers). He was also preceeded in death by his sister, Sharon Alter and his brother, Terry McQueen. He...

Gary R. Scalissi

Mar 18, 2019

Gary R. Scarlissi, 67, passed away March 18, 2019.

Arrangements are being handled by Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Royster-Askin-Sandrock Chapel, 2310 W Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222.

Online condolences can be made at www.bellmortuary.com

Tony A. Lightfoot

Mar 18, 2019

Tony A. Lightfoot, 55, of Carmel, IN passed away March 18, 2019.

Arrangements are being handled by Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Royster-Askin-Sandrock Chapel, 2310 W Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222.

Online condolences can be made at www.bellmortuary.com

Ralph Dallas Short

Mar 17, 2019

Ralph Dallas Short, 76, of Indianapolis, IN passed away March 17, 2019. He was born in Campbellsville, KY to parents Lula (Richerson) and Joseph Short.  Survivors include his wife, Marian (Showalter) Short; son, Joe (Stacey) Short; daughter, Tracey (Darren) Rindahl; stepson, Brian Showalter; stepdaughter, Lea Ann Frazier; brother, Charles Short; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; several cousins. He was...

Joanne Kessinger

Mar 16, 2019

Joanne Kessinger, 70, of Indianapolis, IN

Joanne was born in Portland, TN on April 15, 1948, a daughter of the late Opal Lee Lois Dobbs and Joe Perdue. Joanne was also preceded in death by her husband, Albert E. Kessinger; grandson, Eddie L. Bell Jr., as well as, Sue Hampton and Beonka Kessinger. Joanne was survived by...

Kenneth Ray Miller, Jr.

Mar 15, 2019

Kenneth Ray Miller, Jr. 54, of Indianapolis, IN passed away at home on March 15, 2019.On December 23, 1964, Kenneth was born to Sarah Ann (Bice) Miller and Kenneth Ray Miller, Sr. in Wilmington, DE.

Kenneth is survived by his loving wife, Lisa Miller, sons Manuel and Tommy Scott, daughter Chelsea (Joseph) Doris, and his loving companion,...

William Paul Foust

Mar 14, 2019

Paul Foust, 54, from Avon, IN passed away at home on March 14. He was a graduate of Avon High School (1982), served on the USS Forrestal (CV-59) while enlisted in the US Navy, and worked for Eli Lilly and Company for 28 years until his retirement. Paul loved his family, and was immensely proud of his 3 sons,...

Carol Sue (Vanschoyck) Furlani

Mar 12, 2019

Carol Sue Furlani, 80, of  New Palestine, IN passed away March 12, 2019.  She was born in Rolling Prairie, IN, on May 16, 1938. She worked alongside her husband and best friend for many years at Triangle Body Shop.  Sue loved working crossword puzzles, an avid reader, and crafts. She loved spending time and eating sweets with her grandchildren...

Eva Lea (Hudson) Griffith

Mar 10, 2019

Eva Lea (Hudson) Griffith, 75, New Palestine, IN, passed away March 10, 2019, New Palestine, IN.   Born in Hardshell, KY on October 27, 1943.  Survivors include son, Wayne (Caralee) Griffith and one grandson, Alex.  Preceded in death by her husband, Blair Griffith and parents.

A Funeral Service will be on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 11:00am at...

Norma Iris (Sheets) Mahler

Mar 6, 2019

Norma Iris (Sheets) Mahler, 86, passed away March 6, 2019 in Greenfield, IN.  She was born on April 21,1932 in Indianapolis, IN to parents Richard and Lera Sheets.  Norma was a member of the Acton United Methodist Church, Indianapolis, IN.  Survivors include: son, Joseph (Yvonne) Mahler; daughters, Lydia (William) Boll, and Carrie (Tom) McColly; brothers, Robert Sheets and Walter...