Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana
Stanley Wood
Sep 11, 2026
Stanley E. Wood, 75, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026. He was born on January 9, 1951 in Indianapolis to the late Marvin and Edna Wood. Stanley had several jobs over the years and retired in 2011 from Red Cat as a line loader. He enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting and watching TV in his free time. Stanley...
Myrna Riddle
Sep 10, 2026
Myrna Bygetta Riddle, 62, of Plainfield, passed away on September 10, 2026 surrounded by loving family members. She was born on May 4, 1964 in Beech Grove to the late Clinton and Ruth Turner. Myrna was a teachers aide for the past 23 years in the Plainfield Community School system. She loved her job and the kids she got to...
Faith Danielle Smith
Sep 8, 2026
Faith Danielle Smith was born on March 4th 2023 and went to be with Jesus on September 8th 2026. She was an extraordinary child who was beautiful in every way. She truly enjoyed every moment of her life. Talented, intelligent, sweet, a little sassy and full of love for every person she met and especially her mommy and family. She...
James M. Hubbard
Aug 30, 2026
James M. Hubbard, age 4 months, peacefully passed from this life surrounded by loving family members on Sunday, August 30, 2026. He was born on April 12, 2026 at Riley Hospital to Braden and Lillian (Fogie) Hubbard. Even though his earthly journey was brief, he made quite an impact on those who loved him dearly. We ask God to hold...
Effie "Chuck" Burke
Aug 29, 2026
Effie "Chuck" Burke, age 89, passed away at her home on the evening of August 29, 2026. She was born to William Heckathorne and Marie (Stewart) Heckathorne on March 2, 1937 in Camby, Indiana. Chuck worked as a mechanic for ATA Airlines for several years before retiring. She was a member of the Clayton Christian Church and Order of the...
Dennis E. Tridle
Aug 28, 2026
Dennis E. Tridle, age 69, of Plainfield, passed away at his home on August 28, 2026. He was born on May 13, 1957 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Don Tridle and Delores (Yaley) Anderson. Dennis graduated from Plainfield High School in 1975. After attending trade school, he worked for Garage Doors of Indianapolis, then Tridle Construction for many years...
Karen Simmons
Aug 25, 2026
Karen Jeanne Ray Simmons, age 82, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, and was well-loved by her family.
Karen was born to the late James Ray and Wanda McCammack Ray and spent most of her life in Stilesville, Indiana. There, she and her beloved sister, the late Kristie Hopkins,managed the family farm together for many years — work she...
William "Willie" Basford
Aug 25, 2026
William S. Basford, 66, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family members on August 25, 2026. He was born on March 18, 1960 in Richmond, IN to the late William R. and LaDonna Basford. Willie was a United States Marine Corp veteran. He worked for Gordon Food Services before starting his own landscaping business. Willie enjoyed fishing, hunting,...
Tony Gipson
Aug 21, 2026
Tony L. Gipson, 66, of Plainfield, passed away on August 21, 2026. He was born in Indianapolis on May 31, 1960 to the late Harlan and Carol Gipson. Tony worked in construction for various companies over the years, most recently at Buildout Construction. He enjoyed going fishing and playing pool (billards) with his friends at the local neighborhood tavern. Tony...
Raymond Gibson
Aug 20, 2026
Raymond T. Gibson, 96, of Clayton, passed away on August 20, 2026. He was born on March 17, 1930 in Lebanon, Virginia to the late Hampton and Rosanna (Johnson) Gibson. Raymond owned R.G. Sales in the automotive industry for many years before retiring. He was an active member of Graceway Fellowship Church in Mooresville. His hobbies included golfing, playing pool...
Betty Lou Cummings
Aug 13, 2026
Betty Lou Cummings, age 83, formerly of Plainfield, passed away on August 13, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Barkley Acton and Mary Francis (Long) Acton. She worked as an assistant store manager for Life and Light Christian bookstore for many years before retiring. Betty married Jerry Cummings and had a joyous union until his passing...
Sherry L. Chittenden
Aug 11, 2026
Sherry L. Chittenden, age 76, of Plainfield, passed away on August 11, 2026. She was born on January 19, 1950 in Banner Elk, North Carolina to the late Ernest Lee O'Dell and Mildred Stout. After completing college, Sherry worked as a church secretary and also as a customer representative for Christ Corner Bookstore in Plainfield while raising her children. She...
Benjamin Burton
Aug 10, 2026
Benjamin Burton, 77, of Plainfield, passed away on August 10, 2026. He was born on May 30, 1949 in Clinton, IN to the late Russell and Charlene Burton. Ben was a truck driver for various companies throughout the years before retiring. He was a member of the Prospect Masonic Lodge # 714 and the Indianapolis Murat Shriners. Ben enjoyed working on...
Donald McAninch
Aug 7, 2026
Donald Frederick McAninch, age 91, of Plainfield, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, in Plainfield, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on May 24, 1935, in Beech Grove, Indiana, Don was the son of Dennis Leon McAninch and Genevieve Juliette Rahm McAninch. From an early age, he demonstrated a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to excellence...
Thomas Newlin
Aug 6, 2026
Thomas (Tom) Everett Newlin was born in Plainfield, Indiana on June 14, 1935 to Lawrence and Edythe Newlin. He passed away peacefully at 91 in his hometown surrounded by family on August 6, 2026. He was the second of Lawrence and Edythe’s children along with Jane (Timian), Max, and Alice (Huus).
Tom was all-American: a farmer’s son, a youth leader, a...
Terry McCarter
Aug 5, 2026
Terry Steven McCarter, 87, of Greencastle, Indiana, passed away on August 5, 2026. He was born in Patricksburg, Indiana to Floyd and Lois McCarter. Terry spent his life doing what he loved while building friendships that lasted a lifetime. Terry’s love of basketball began in high school, where he was a talented player. He enjoyed watching the game and reminiscing...
Mary Elliott
Aug 4, 2026
Mary Elliott, 87, of Brownsburg, passed away on August 4, 2026. She was born on November 25, 1938 in Indianapolis to the late James and Margaret Elliott. Mary was a factory worker and a beautician over the years. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews in her free time. Funeral Mass will be Thursday, August 13, 2026 at...
Louise Jones
Aug 1, 2026
Louise Jones, age 80, of Indianapolis, passed away on the first of August, 2026. She was born on February 6, 1946 in Harlan County, Kentucky to the late Clifford Messer and Lily Mae (Ellis) Messer. She worked for Diamond Chain Company, a historic industrial roller chain manufacturer in Indianapolis for many years before retirement. Louise was an active member of...
Kim L. Snodgrass
Jul 28, 2026
Kim L. Snodgrass, age 89, of Clayton, passed away after a long battle with cancer at home. He was born on December 31, 1936 in Cartersburg, Indiana to the late Ralph E. Snodgrass and Wilma (Welty) Snodgrass. Kim was a residental builder and a skilled brick and block mason. He did much of his own work for the majority of...
Wesley Myronson
Jul 24, 2026
Wesley Myronson, age 86, of Indianapolis, passed away in the evening hours of July 24, 2026. He was born to Myron Johnson and Nellie (Phillips) Johnson on May 8, 1940 in Evansville, Indiana. Wesley graduated from college with an associates degree. In his earlier years, he performed ministry work as a preacher, then he later became a technical supervisor for...
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