Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana
Marilyn Jo Chastain
Feb 16, 2026
Marilyn Jo Chastain, age 72, formerly of Plainfield, departed this life on February 16, 2026. She was born on December 4, 1953 in Huntingburg, Indiana to the late Robert Dearing and Rosaline Dearing. Marilyn received her Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana State University in 1979 and then her Master's degree in school counseling from Indiana State University in 1981....
Melvin E. Ridenour
Mar 13, 2026
Melvin E. Ridenour, age 78, of Plainfield, peacefully passed away surrounded by loving family members on March 13, 2026. He was born on May 3, 1947 to the late Omer B. Ridenour and Goldia (Wilson) Ridenour in Indianapolis, Indiana. Melvin honorably served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He later worked as a machinist for several years...
Philip Lee Morgan
Mar 7, 2026
Philip Lee Morgan, age 69, of Clayton, peacefully departed this life on March 7, 2026. He was born on October 24, 1956 in Greencastle, Indiana to the late Max Morgan and Lola (Phillips) Morgan. Philip graduated from Cascade High School in 1975. Phil retired from working for Indiana state government in the Motor Fuel Tax Division. Additionally, he worked at...
Laura Blackard
Mar 5, 2026
Laura Blackard, 64, of Plainfield, passed away on March 5, 2026. She was born on November 13, 1961 in Danville, IN to the late Julian and Sarah Blackard. Laura was a claims specialist for Anthem retiring after 24 years. She loved her family and her grandchildren were her passion in life. Laura enjoyed playing online scrabble every day with her...
Peggy L. Freeman
Mar 5, 2026
Peggy Lee Freeman, 93, passed from this life on March 5, 2026, in Pearland, Texas. She was a devoted wife, a proud mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her life was a testament to grace, loyalty, and the beauty found in a life well lived.
Born on November 27, 1932, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Peggy grew up with the love of family woven...
Roy L. Simmons
Mar 2, 2026
Roy L. Simmons, 77, of Plainfield, passed away on March 2, 2026. He was born on March 7, 1948 in Kokomo, IN to the late Clyde and Etna Simmons. Roy was a Ben Davis High School graduate of 1966. He was an assembly line worker for GM until he retired. Roy enjoyed fishing, going to the casino, riding his golf...
Wayne Record
Mar 1, 2026
Wayne Record, 99, of Avon, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. He was born on October 17, 1926, in Bridgeport, Indiana to the late John and Lora Record. Wayne was a dedicated, lifelong farmer in Hendricks County. He enjoyed gardening, landscaping, fishing, woodworking, going to the casino, and watching sports. Wayne loved spending time with his family. He was...
Steven E. Trent
Feb 28, 2026
Steven “Steve” E. Trent, age 81, of Coatesville, passed away at his home on February 28, 2026. He was born to Bernard Trent and Mary Ellen (Wright) Trent on February 6, 1945, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Steve served his country and Corps as a United States Marine. He was awarded two Purple Hearts for wounds received in Vietnam. Steve was honorably...
Douglas S. Meyer
Feb 26, 2026
Douglas S. Meyer, age 43, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 26, 2026. He was born to Brian Meyer and Judith (Brown) Meyer on May 26, 1982 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Douglas was a Plainfield High School graduate, class of 2000. He later attended Purdue University, receiving his Bachelor of Science degree. In his earlier years, Douglas loved to ride trains....
David Meeks
Feb 24, 2026
David Meeks, 79, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family members on February 24, 2026. He was born on January 27, 1947 in Greencastle to the late Harvey and Patricia Meeks. David was a 1965 graduate of Plainfield High School. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy in 1970 from Purdue University. David was a pharmacist...
John R. Dickey
Feb 23, 2026
John Richard Dickey, 76, was born on Thursday, March 3, 1949. He passed at home Monday, February 23, 2026 surrounded by his family just six days shy of his birthday.
He was the third child of Everett Vaughn and Alice Elizabeth Dickey, one of eventually eight children raised on small farms in Clayton and then Plainfield, Indiana. During his childhood, John...
Christina E. Harman
Feb 22, 2026
Christina Ellen Harman, age 98, of Plainfield, departed from this life on February 22, 2026 after a long illness with dementia. She was born in Unionville, Indiana on January 26, 1928 to the late John and Elsie (June) Hartsock. She had several nicknames growing up, such as Chris, Christy, Tina and Teeny. Christina was married to Charles K. Harman on...
Jim Williams
Feb 22, 2026
James "Jim" Williams, 70, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family members on February 22, 2026. He was born on March 30, 1955 in Indianapolis to the late Robert and Delores "Dee" Williams. Jim was a Plainfield High School 1973 graduate. He was the co-owner of Williams Brothers T.V. & Appliance and the Economy Self Storage. Jim enjoyed...
Nancy A. Racer
Feb 19, 2026
Nancy Ann (Syester) Racer, 91, of Avon, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Journey’s End Hospice House, Indianapolis, Indiana on February 19, 2026. She was born in Brazil, Indiana on November 29, 1934 to the late Morris and Lucille (Rankin) Syester. She graduated from Speedway High School in 1952 where she met the love of her life, Edward “Eddie” Racer. They...
Dora Jones
Feb 18, 2026
Dora A. Jones, 86, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loving family members. She was born on October 3, 1939 in Harlan, KY to the late Albert and Susie Herron. Dora was a dedicated homemaker to her husband and children. She was a member of the Chapel Wood Baptist Church. Dora enjoyed cooking, gardening and bird...
Jim Hale
Feb 17, 2026
James "Jim" Hale, 91, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family members on February 17, 2026. He was born on July 11, 1934 in Stinesville, IN to the late Virgil and Lovisa Hale. Jim was a member of the National Guard. He belonged to the Plainfield Christian Church, Indianapolis Scottish Rite, Indianapolis Murat Shrine Center and was a...
Virginia C. PaHud
Feb 15, 2026
Virginia C. PaHud, age 87, of Camby, passed away in the early morning hours on February 15, 2026 surrounded by loving family members. She was born on June 1, 1938 in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Nesbert Bryant and Carrie (Puckett) Bryant. Virginia worked as an assembly line worker at P. R. Mallory Sonalert Products, Inc. for several years. She...
Robert Lee Crews
Feb 13, 2026
Robert Lee Crews, age 57, of Plainfield, passed away on February 13, 2026. He was born on April 12, 1968 in Danville, Indiana. Robert worked as a truck driver for Dayton Freight for several years. He enjoyed being outdoors, sitting around a campfire with family and friends. Robert also was a jack of all trades, mostly rebuilding small engines on...
John E. Haley
Feb 8, 2026
Husband, Brother, Dad, Grampy, and Great-Grampy, John Edward Haley of Clayton, Indiana passed away peacefully early Sunday morning on February 8, 2026.
Born in Evansville, IN on July 22, 1950 to Glenda and Howard Haley, he is survived by his sister, LaRue Haley Snyder and brother, Richard Lee Haley. The family moved to Speedway, IN, permanently settling in their longtime family...
Yvonne A. Hill
Feb 6, 2026
Yvonne A. Hill, 88, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family members on February 6, 2026. She was born on October 21, 1937, in Brazil, Indiana to the late Edward and Anna Mary Powell. She graduated from Wiley High School in 1955 with her best friends Mary Lou (Petey) and Janice Sawyers Fellows. Yvonne was an accomplished and...
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