Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana
Marie L. Denney
Apr 10, 2026
Marie L. Denney, age 56, passed away on April 10, 2026. She was born in Lyons, New York on August 15, 1969 to Arnold Nidecker and Betsy (Proctor) Nidecker, who survive. Marie received her bachelor's degree, and later became a software product owner. She loved to garden in her spare time, exercise her mind by building various Legos and playing...
Randy J. Corbin
Apr 27, 2026
Randy Corbin, 74, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully at home on April 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on September 26, 1951, in Indianapolis, to the late Raymond and Reba Corbin.
Randy was a proud graduate of Ben Davis High School and honorably served his country in the United States Air Force overseas. Throughout his...
Doris Akers
Apr 25, 2026
Doris V. Akers, 94, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026. She was born on April 30, 1931 in Newton, MS to the late Glover Pierce and Lucille Mock. Doris was in home nursing for 20 years and with Ballkamp for 5 years before retiring. She enjoyed dancing, gardening and cooking in her free time. Doris loved spending...
Brenda Carter
Apr 25, 2026
Brenda Carol Carter, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026 at the age of 77. Born on March 19, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Brenda lived a life defined by her faith, family, and unwavering commitment to shaping young minds.
A proud 1967 graduate of Plainfield High School, Brenda’s radiant personality was evident early...
Richard Allen Gibbs
Apr 23, 2026
Allen Gibbs, 67, went home to be with the Lord on April 23, 2026. He was born on April 19, 1959 in Paris, IL to the late Francis Willard and Ellajean Harlan Gibbs. Allen attended Opportunity Cottage located in Danville and West Central School in Bridgeport where Allen enjoyed learning. Allen was a big help to his father and mother,...
James C. Marks
Apr 21, 2026
James C. Marks, age 71, passed from this life on April 21, 2026. He was born to Robert Marks and Crystal (Walls) Marks on May 3, 1954 in Indianapolis, Indiana. After high-school, James worked for CSX Railroad where he had worked in many positions, starting as a locomotive mechanic, where he retired after 40 years of service. He was a...
Arthur A. Schneider
Apr 21, 2026
Arthur Arnold Schneider, 89, passed away quietly on April 21, 2026 at Independence Village, Avon, Indiana. He was born on May 22, 1936 in Newark, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Arthur J. and Jean (Giuliano) Schneider. Art attended Seton Hall University before joining the Army in 1959. After his service, he took several courses in Lithography...
Nancy Gee
Apr 15, 2026
Nancy E. Gee, 85, of Plainfield, passed away on April 15, 2026. She was born on July 23, 1940, in Washington, IN, to the late Dr. Henry and Mayme Coleman. Nancy was a dedicated homemaker, a teacher's assistant at Central Elementary for 30 years, and she was a member of the Plainfield church of Christ. She enjoyed reading, cooking, and...
James LoRusso
Apr 15, 2026
James A. LoRusso, 85, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family members on April 15, 2026. He was born on June 13, 1940 in St. Louis, MO to the late Steve and Bernice LoRusso. Jim retired from the Air Force after 20 years, which included a tour in Vietnam. After he retired from the Air Force he went...
Ruth Hayden
Apr 13, 2026
Ruth Louise Hayden, 86, of Plainfield, passed away surrounded by loving family members on April 13, 2026. She was born on September 24, 1939 in Indianapolis to the late Richard and Dorothy Rasor. Ruth worked in accounts payable for Anderson Box Company. She also taught 2nd and 3rd grade computer science at Central Elementary. Ruth enjoyed collecting sea shells, cook...
Jeffrey R. Richardson
Apr 12, 2026
Jeffrey R. Richardson, 73, of Avon, Indiana, passed away suddenly on April 12, 2026. He was born on March 14, 1953, in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania to Thomas and Moria Richardson, who preceded him in death.
Jeff was a devoted husband to his “Honey” Kathy for 44 years. She was his anchor and love. Together they found joy in life’s simple pleasures....
Jane Shrake-Hancock-Vild
Apr 11, 2026
In the gentle embrace of gratitude, our beloved matriarch, Jane Shrake-Hancock-Vild, has peacefully passed away...
Jane Shrake, born to Ruth and Burrell Shrake in a Plainfield farmhouse on November 24, 1935, epitomized a life steeped in appreciation. Growing up on S. Mill Street alongside her brothers, Dick and Bob, and her sister, Judy, Jane was raised by a mother whose love...
Robert "Bob" Meade
Apr 11, 2026
Robert "Bob" Meade, 57, of Plainfield, passed away surrounded by loving family members on April 11, 2026. He was born on August 2, 1968 in Scranton, PA. Bob enjoyed golfing, hiking and throwing horse shoes in his free time. He also had a passion for geology. Bob loved spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his...
Michael Freitag
Apr 8, 2026
Michael Freitag, age 64, peacefully passed away in the evening of April 8, 2026. He was born to the late Hank Freitag Jr. and Elaine (Cunningham) Freitag in Indianapolis, Indiana on September 29, 1961. Michael worked as a chef for various restaurants including Grindstone Charley's. He enjoyed cooking, playing darts with his friends and attending the Indianapolis 500 race every...
Joseph Looker
Apr 3, 2026
Joseph H. Looker, age 75 of Clayton, Indiana peacefully went home to be with the Lord in the evening hours of Good Friday, April 3, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Joe was born in Jacksonville, Illinois to the late Frank P. Looker and Mary Ellen (Morrow) Looker on May 5, 1950. He graduated from Ambia High School in 1968...
Frank LaRoche
Apr 3, 2026
Frank J. LaRoche, 89, of Greencastle, passed away surrounded by loving family members on April 3, 2026. He was born on November 9, 1936 in Princeton, IN to the late Charles and Alice LaRoche. Frank was a United States Army veteran. He worked for GM Allison's for over 31 years retiring in 1992. Frank enjoyed wood working, gardening, spending time...
Virginialee Vinci
Mar 30, 2026
Virginialee Vinci, age 100, passed away on March 30, 2026. She was born on November 12, 1925 to the late Bertram J. Carmack and Minnie Rita (Bell) Carmack in Richmond, Indiana. Virginialee attended Butler University and later worked as a secretary for Chronis Jewelry Store for many years. She was a member of the Brownsburg chapter Eastern Star and D.A.R....
Sara Christine Kitchen
Mar 28, 2026
Sara Christine Kitchen, 46, of Avon, peacefully departed this life on March 28, 2026. She was born on June 3, 1979 in Springfield, Ohio to David Kitchen and Linda (Temple) Agan. Sara regularly attended the day program at Sycamore Services, which provided comprehensive disability support services. She loved to go to the movie theater, going out to eat at various...
Robin L. Lookabill
Mar 27, 2026
Robin L. Lookabill, age 68, passed on from this life on March 27, 2026. She was born on September 21, 1957 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Richard L. St. Laurent and Patricia (Lahr) St. Laurent. Robin was the cafeteria manager for Avon School Corporation for more than 30 years before retiring in May of 2023. She enjoyed going to...
Teresa E. Dodds
Mar 25, 2026
Teresa E. Dodds, age 64, passed away in the evening hours of March 25, 2026. She was born on May 22, 1961 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Homer Shaw and Gloria (Ford) Shaw. Teresa received her Master's degree in Education and worked for Indianapolis Public Schools for over 37 years. She was a long time member of Grace Pointe Church of...
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