Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana

Dora Jones

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Rachel I. Petree

Rachel I. Petree

Feb 3, 2026

Rachel Petree, age 83, of Danville, passed away on February 3, 2026. She was born on September 26, 1942 in Mars Hill, Indiana to the late Arthur H. Smith and Madge (Tony) Smith. Rachel worked in the administration office at Golden Rule Nursing Home in Danville and Vinewood Nursing Home in Plainfield. She was a member of the Danville Calvary...

Christine S. McGowan

Christine S. McGowan

Feb 3, 2026

“Life is not measured by how long you live. Life is measured by how you live... that is all.” Christine Stephens McGowan was born on August 26,1932 to Veno and Lola Mae (Wilson) Stephens in Jabez, Kentucky and went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 3, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband Grover Leonidus...

Ester M. Drury

Ester M. Drury

Feb 1, 2026

Ester M. Drury, age 74, of Clayton, peacefully passed away at home on February 1, 2026. She was born on March 29, 1951 in Jacksonville, North Carolina to the late Herman and Gertie Davis. Ester finished Cosmetology school and worked as a hair dresser for many years. She was a former member of the Red Hat Society and Tri-Kappa. Ester...

Elizabeth "Betsy" Holtsclaw

Elizabeth "Betsy" Holtsclaw

Jan 31, 2026

Elizabeth "Betsy" Holtsclaw, age 72, formally of Mooresville, peacefully passed away at her home surrounded by loving family on January 31, 2026. She was born on May 20, 1953 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Robert H. Dill and Mary C. Dill. Betsy worked as an accountant for White Cap, formerly known as Job Site Supply for several years. In...

Maggie Lois Helton

Maggie Lois Helton

Jan 16, 2026

Maggie Lois Helton, age 90, peacefully passed away on January 16, 2026. She was born on December 13, 1935, in a cabin in Celina, Tennessee, to the late Willie Abney and Laura (Rich) Abney.

From the very beginning, Maggie’s life was rooted in strength, love, and devotion to her family. In the 1960s, after her first husband, Thomas Cherry, suffered a...

Richard J. Haas

Richard J. Haas

Jan 13, 2026

Richard J. Haas, age 80, passed away on January 13, 2026. He was born in Rochester, New York on June 1, 1945 to the late Walter J. Haas and Marie (Finn) Haas. Richard honorably served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He later married Joyce Ann Kersey on April 25, 1981 and were happily married for...

Lynda M. Sidery

Lynda M. Sidery

Jan 11, 2026

Lynda Sidery, 70, of Avon, was called home to the Lord on January 11, 2026. She was born on November 16, 1955, in Indianapolis to Peter and Harriet (Lyons) Sidery.

Lynda enjoyed a long and dedicated career in the machinery industry, but above all, she will be remembered as a kind and sweet soul. She deeply loved her family and never...

Gail Alan Morrison

Gail Alan Morrison

Jan 11, 2026

Gail Alan Morrison, age 75, passed away on January 11, 2026. He was born on July 11, 1950, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, to the late Craig Morrison and Betty (Servies) Morrison. Gail attended Purdue University, where he received his bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering. He later went on to work as the Facilities Manager for Duke Energy for 44 years. Gail...

Joe Reynolds

Joe Reynolds

Jan 9, 2026

Joseph “Joe” Edwin Reynolds, 78, of Plainfield, Indiana, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, from cardiac arrest caused by respiratory failure. His loving family was gathered around him as he fought a courageous battle for more than a week.

Joe was born on October 13, 1947, in Highland Park, Michigan, to Lee and Alice Mildred Reynolds, who preceded him in...

Michael Bowermaster

Michael Bowermaster

Jan 8, 2026

Michael David Bowermaster, 55, of Plainfield, was born on March 24, 1970 to the late Earl and Dorothy Bowermaster.  He was the youngest son of 7 children.  Michael was preceded in death by Steven, Kenneth and his beloved parents.  He worked at Oakrite Manufacturing and was the gate keeper at Maple Hill Cemetery for many years.  Mike was a gentle...

Kevin Lee Comstock

Kevin Lee Comstock

Jan 4, 2026

Kevin Lee Comstock, age 66, of Indianapolis, passed away on January 4, 2026. He was born on December 23, 1959 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Richard Comstock and Diana (Kenworthy) Comstock. Kevin graduated from Bethesda High School in 1977. He was a member of the Carmel Masonic Lodge # 421. Kevin owned and operated Comstock Trucking for over 15...

Hazel Lynn

Hazel Lynn

Jan 2, 2026

Hazel "Sally" Lynn, 94, of Plainfield, passed away on January 2, 2026 surrounded by loving family members.  She was born on November 11, 1931 in Indianapolis to the late Carl and Minnie Reemsnyder.  Sally was a dedicated homemaker to her family.  She belonged to the China Painting Club and was a Count Fair Blue Ribbon Winner.  Sally enjoyed cooking, cutting...

Michael R. Bassett

Michael R. Bassett

Jan 1, 2026

Micheal Ray Bassett, 62, of Danville, Indiana died peacefully at home in front of his roaring fireplace surrounded by his wife, son and daughter. Michael was born on February 26, 1963 in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. He attended kindergarten through his sophomore year in Noblesville, Indiana and graduated from Danville High School in 1981. He joined the Army in 1983 and...

Max E. Newlin

Max E. Newlin

Dec 31, 2025

Max E. Newlin, age 84, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully while surrounded by loving family members on December 31, 2025. He was born on January 7, 1941 in Plainfield, Indiana to the late Lawrence "Red" Newlin and Edythe (White) Newlin. Max worked in security and was a fireman for Allison's Transmission for many years. He was a long time member of...