Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana

Susan Poland

Susan Poland

Jun 27, 2026

Susan A. Poland, age 66, of Plainfield, passed away in the early morning hours of June 27, 2026. She was born on July 12, 1959 in Danville, Indiana to the late David Cooper and Barbara (Mantooth) Cooper. Susan was a dedicated stay at home mom that volunteered at all of the girls school activities and later worked as an office...

Charles B. Smith

Charles B. Smith

Jun 26, 2026

Charles B. Smith, age 99, peacefully passed from this life on June 26, 2026. He was born in Coal City, Indiana on January 3, 1927 to the late George B. Smith and Alma (Brothers) Smith. Charles honorably served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He married Mary Jo Smith and were happily married for 73...

Richard J. Chittester

Richard J. Chittester

Jun 24, 2026

Richard J. Chittester, age 79, of Plainfield, passed away in the early morning hours on June 24, 2026. He was born in Kane, Pennsylvania on September 2, 1946 to the late Richard M. Chittester and Frances (Udavitch) Chittester. Dick honorably served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam. Once Dick was honorably discharged from the Army, he drove...

Sandra J. Irving

Sandra J. Irving

Jun 23, 2026

Sandra J. Irving, 68, of Avon, Indiana, passed away surrounded by her loving family on June 23, 2026.

Sandra was born on October 4, 1957, in Monticello, Kentucky, to the late John Keeton and Imogean (Dean) Keeton. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her life to caring for her family. Alongside her husband, Mike, she lovingly raised...

Jamie T. Glendy

Jamie T. Glendy

Jun 22, 2026

Jamie Thomas Glendy, age 54, of Lafayette, Indiana, passed from this life in the evening hours of June 22, 2026. He was born in Danville, Indiana, on February 28, 1972, to James T. Glendy and Shirley Kay Allen (Prather.)

Jamie lived a life far longer and more beautiful than many ever expected. Jamie's life was filled with love, joy, family, and...

Paula I. Kiefer

Paula I. Kiefer

Jun 21, 2026

Paula I. Kiefer, age 75, of Avon, peacefully passed away on June 21, 2026 surrounded by loving family members. She was born on October 10, 1950 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Paul Spicuzza and Margaret (Giovanni) Spicuzza. Paula received her Bachelor's degree in Education, later worked as a teacher for many years. She was a former member of St....

Jerry Brinkman

Jerry Brinkman

Jun 19, 2026

Jerry A. Brinkman, 87, of Avon, passed away June 19, 2026. He was born December 12, 1938 in Indianapolis to the late Myron “Dutch” Joshua and Nellie Ann (Hankins) Brinkman. Jerry married the love of his life at Ben Davis Christian Church on March 30, 1957, Thelma Jean (Wilson) Brinkman, who preceded him in death in 2014. They celebrated their...

Thomas Buis

Thomas Buis

Jun 11, 2026

Thomas Buis, 91, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026 surrounded by loving family members. He was born on July 4, 1934 in Indianapolis to the late Burl and Mary Buis. Tom was a United States Army veteran, Sargent First Class 82nd Airborne . He was an Indiana Purple Heart Recipient. He was the owner of Tom Buis...

Kurt C. Jones

Kurt C. Jones

Jun 9, 2026

Kurt C. Jones, age 66, quickly lost his battle with pancreatic cancer after a shocking diagnosis 8 weeks prior, on June 9, 2026. He was born in Topeka, Kansas on September 24, 1959. Kurt's dad Charles Franklin Jones was in the Air Force and was out of Kurt's life at a early age of just 7. Kurt and his 2...

Ginger MacIsaac

Ginger MacIsaac

Jun 6, 2026

Ginger MacIsaac, 60, of Plainfield, passed away on June 6, 2026.  She was born on December 10, 1965 in Shelbyville to Jerry and the late Sarah Burch.  Ginger was a United States Marine Corp. veteran.  She worked for the IRS as a contact representative. Ginger was a member of the Plainfield Bible Church.  She enjoyed puzzles, cooking and going out...

Michael Grabarz

Michael Grabarz

Jun 3, 2026

Michael V. Grabarz, 82, of Plainfield, passed away on June 3, 2026.  He was born in South Bend on July 16, 1943 to the late Frank and Marie.  Mike retired from Duke Energy as an electrical engineer.  He was big into astronomy and even built his own telescope.  Mike enjoyed wood working, fishing and hunting in his earlier years.  He...

James "Garland" Whitt

James "Garland" Whitt

Jun 2, 2026

James Garland Whitt, 84, of Stilesville, passed away into the arms of Jesus on June 2, 2026.  He was born on March 29, 1942 in Tazewell, VA to the late James "Fuzz" and Mary Whitt.  Garland worked for the railroad and Henry C. Smither Roofing over the years.  He enjoyed crossword puzzles, word search games, gardening and traveling the country...

Cindy Evans

Cindy Evans

May 28, 2026

Cynthia “Cindy” Evans, 65, of West Chester, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 28, 2026.

Born on December 18, 1960, in Plainfield, Indiana, Cindy was the beloved daughter of the late Max and Beverly Newlin. She lived a life defined by compassion, kindness, and quiet strength, touching countless lives through her caring nature and generous heart.

Cindy found her calling in caring...

Patricia Butler

Patricia Butler

May 24, 2026

Patricia Bulter, age 93, of Plainfield, peacefully departed this life in the early morning hours of May 24, 2026. She was born on June 14, 1932 in Anderson, Indiana to the late Charles Thompson and Olive (Winstead) Thompson. She worked as a secretary for several years while raising her children with her husband, James Butler, who passed in 1997. In...

Ronald W. Padgett

Ronald W. Padgett

May 20, 2026

Ronald W. Padgett, 78, of Plainfield, IN passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026. He was born on January 20, 1948, in Sullivan, IN and graduated from Plainfield High School in 1966. Whether supporting his daughters’ activities, teaching his grandchild about math and history, sharing the Gospel, or engaging in spirited basketball discussions, he embraced every opportunity to connect with...

Charles P. Morris

Charles P. Morris

May 19, 2026

Charles Phillip Morris, age 76, of Plainfield, died peacefully at his home with his family surrounding him on May 19, 2026. He was born on May 18, 1950 to the late George and Dorothy (Jessup) Morris in Indianapolis, Indiana. Charles was a lifelong resident of Plainfield, Indiana where he graduated in the Class of 1968. He then met the love...

Evelyn M. Benning

Evelyn M. Benning

May 18, 2026

Evelyn M. Benning, age 83, of Avon, passed away on May 18, 2026. She was born on November 20, 1942 in Tipton, Indiana to the late Orville Schulenburg and Esther (Beck) Schulenburg. Evelyn received her Bachelor's degree from Concordia River Forest then a Master's degree from Ball State University. She was a teacher at Emmaus Lutheran School and St. John...

Scott G. Moster

Scott G. Moster

May 18, 2026

Scott G. Moster, 47, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026.  He was born on August 22, 1978 in Indianapolis to Greg and Kay Moster.  Scott graduated with honors in 1996 from Plainfield High School.  He won the mental attitude award for the 1996 Plainfield High School Regional Championship basketball team.  Scott is a 4 x 100 record...

Scott McIntire

Scott McIntire

May 17, 2026

Scott McIntire, 45, of Avon, passed away on May 17, 2026. He was born on October 1, 1980 in Mason City, IA to Glen and Debra McIntire. First and foremost, Scott was a family man. A great husband and incredible father. From weekend get-togethers and family vacations to his children’s activities, Scott’s free time was always spent with those that...

Larry D. Vest

Larry D. Vest

May 3, 2026

Larry D. Vest, 75, of Plainfield, passed away on May 3, 2026.  He was born on June 5, 1950 in Xenia, OH to the late Ira and Eugenia Vest.  Larry was a United States Air Force veteran.  He worked various jobs for Cummins over the years.  Larry enjoyed reading and was a history buff.  He was also a jack of...