Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana

Valerie Whitecap

Valerie Whitecap

Mar 17, 2024

Valerie Whitecap, 74, of Plainfield, passed away on March 17, 2024.  She was born on August 23, 1949 in Butler, PA to the late Kendall and Vivian Goff.  Valerie was a Teacher for Upper St. Clair Middle School, Carlow University and a Professor for the University Of Pittsburgh.  She enjoyed crochet, travel and volunteer work.  Valerie loved spending time with...

Nathan L. Winegar

Nathan L. Winegar

Mar 13, 2024

Nathan L. Winegar, 46, of Indianapolis, formerly of Plainfield, passed away on March 13, 2024.  He was born on August 10, 1977 in Indianapolis.  Nathan was a Plainfield High School graduate.  He was a supervisor for the past 6 years at UPS.  Nathan enjoyed fishing, having fun and being outdoors.  He loved spending time with his family and friends.  Funeral...

Louis L. Geiger Jr.

Louis L. Geiger Jr.

Mar 9, 2024

Louis Leonard Geiger, Jr., was born May 19th, 1949, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, to Louis Leonard Geiger, Sr., and Mary Lou Frank Geiger.  Louie passed away on March 9th, 2024, at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.  He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jeffrey Geiger, and brother Mark Geiger.  Louie grew up at his parent’s home on Camby...

James W. Crowder

James W. Crowder

Mar 7, 2024

James Willard Crowder, 84, of Clayton, IN passed peacefully on March 7, 2024.  He was born on November 19, 1939, in Sumner County, Tennessee to the late John Mack and Hazel Dean Crowder.  Jim attended Gallatin High School, in Gallatin Tennessee before moving to Indianapolis where he worked for Standard Supermarket and Service Products.  He began work at Indianapolis Power...

Mary Jane Grant

Mary Jane Grant

Mar 6, 2024

Mary Jane (Bragg) Grant, 64, of Plainfield, Indiana passed away on March 6, 2024. She was born on April 14,1959 in Auburn, IN to the late Robert E. and Donna M. (Billington) Bragg of Huntertown, IN. She married Michael P. Grant on August 19, 1994. Mary worked for FedEx for 30 years holding various positions. She retired in May 2019....

Arnold Keith Storm

Arnold Keith Storm

Mar 6, 2024

Arnold "Keith" Storm, 87, of Plainfield, passed away on March 6, 2024. He was born on October 3, 1936 in Decatur, IL to the late Arthur Leon Storm and Lyda Louise Storm. Keith graduated from Brownstown High school, Illinois in 1954. After graduation, he joined the United States Air Force in 1954 and honorably served his country. He later met...

Charles G. Clark

Charles G. Clark

Mar 5, 2024

Charles G. Clark, 87, of Plainfield, passed away on March 5, 2024.  He was born in Hendricks County on October 30, 1936 to the late Floyd and Flossie Clark.  Charlie was a railroad clerk for CSX before retiring.  He enjoyed coaching Little League Baseball in Danville.  Charlie was an avid IU fan especially the basketball team.  He loved spending time...

Joyce Trent

Joyce Trent

Mar 4, 2024

AVON — Joyce Marie (Huron) (Hutchens) Trent, a descendant of Hendricks County pioneer farmers and an accomplished businesswoman, died peacefully March 4 while in the care of Life’s Journey hospice in Avon, Ind. She was 98, having lived nearly all of those years in or near Avon.

            Joyce faced several hurdles in childhood, in part...

Brian A. Wagner

Brian A. Wagner

Feb 23, 2024

Brian A. Wagner, 43, of Plainfield, passed away on February 23, 2024.  He was born in Danville, IN on August 22, 1980 to Richard and Linda Wagner.  Brian was an Engineering Designer for ALIGN Civil Engineering Consultants.  He enjoyed reading, mushroom hunting, fishing, watching movies and playing his PS5.  Brian was preceded in death by his father, Richard Wagner; uncle,...

Shirley Jean Buis

Shirley Jean Buis

Feb 21, 2024

Shirley Jean Buis, 85, of Plainfield, passed away on February 21, 2024.  She was born on June 21, 1938 in Muncie, IN to the late George and Lucille Hardin.  Shirley was a realtor for F.C. Tucker for 20 plus years.  She was a dedicated homemaker and a great cook.  Shirley loved spending time with her family and always made sure...

William "Bill" Fouty

William "Bill" Fouty

Feb 21, 2024

William "Bill" Fouty, 84, of Plainfield, passed away on February 21, 2024.  He was born on June 19, 1939 in Morgan County to the late Earl and Maudie Fouty.  Bill worked for IBM as a Information Technology Manager until he retired in 1990.  He then went to work for the Department of Corrections and the Department of Health retiring in...

John Wayne Craig

John Wayne Craig

Feb 19, 2024

John Wayne Craig, 70, of Reelsville, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 19, 2024.  He was born June 3, 1953 to the late Warren and Edrice Imogene (Stamm) Craig in Indianapolis, IN.  John grew up on the Westside of Indianapolis where he helped his dad run various filling stations.  A 1971 graduate of Ben Davis High School, he worked for...

Rick E. Wade

Rick E. Wade

Feb 19, 2024

Rick E. Wade, 56, of Plainfield, passed away on February 19, 2024.  He was born on April 4, 1967 in Danville, IN to Edward Wade Jr. and Bettie Dyer.  Rick was the owner of RTW Hauling and was a truck driver.  He enjoyed watching NASCAR, boating and riding his Harley Davidson.  Rick was preceded in death by a daughter, Ashley...

Alice P. Hand

Alice P. Hand

Feb 19, 2024

Alice P. Hand, 94, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024.  She was born on October 24, 1929 in Clayton, IN to the late Verlie and Ethel Bryant.  Alice was a dedicated homemaker and loving mother.  She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Paul Hand and a sister, Betty Genaro.  Alice enjoyed watching game shows on...

Marsha D. Hare

Marsha D. Hare

Feb 11, 2024

Marsha D. Hare, 87, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 11, 2024.  She was born in Indianapolis on June 8, 1936 to the late Reese and Ruby Stedman.  Marsha was a LPN for many years at several different locations.  She enjoyed playing the piano everyday and spending time with her grandchildren.  Marsha was preceded in death by her loving husband,...

Lucille Harper

Lucille Harper

Feb 10, 2024

Lucille Joan Harper, 91, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 10, 2024.  She was born in Indianapolis on August 17, 1932 to the late Kenneth and Ruby Parrish.  Joan was a homemaker and dedicated mother to her children.  She enjoyed sewing and gardening in her free time.  Joan loved taking care of foster children.  She was preceded in death by...

Shirley J. Irving

Shirley J. Irving

Feb 8, 2024

Shirley June Irving of Plainfield, Indiana, age 95, formerly of Toronto, Canada, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024.  She was born August 30, 1928, to the late Dora and Grant Wilson of Toronto, Canada.  Shirley enjoyed hiking with the Indianapolis Hiking Club, travelling, playing bridge and golfing with friends.  She also enjoyed working in her garden and spending time...

Richard "Rick" Whitlow

Richard "Rick" Whitlow

Feb 2, 2024

Richard "Rick" Whitlow, 56, of Plainfield, passed away on February 2, 2024.  He was born on September 21, 1967 in Plainfield, Indiana.  Rick was the owner of Joe's Garage/Whitlow's 24 Hour Towing.  He liked going to his condo in Port Clinton, Ohio where he enjoyed fishing and boating.  Rick loved spending time with his family as often as he could....

Joan Gregory

Joan Gregory

Jan 27, 2024

Joan Gregory, 93, of Plainfield, Indiana, passed away peacefully January 27, 2024 with family at her side.  She was born October 8, 1930 to the late Walter B and Nettie (Wells) Russell in Washington, Indiana.  As a child, she and all her siblings were raised in the church.  That tradition continued throughout her entire life.  She was a member of...

Julia Kimberly Durell

Julia Kimberly Durell

Jan 25, 2024

Julia Kimberly Durell, 24, of Plainfield, passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 25, 2024. She was born on December 31, 1999 in Indianapolis, Indiana to David and Laura (Hicks) Durell. Julia is preceded in death by her grandparents, James R. Durell and Suzanne G. Durell; and other grandfather, Ed Odoerfer.   Julia will be deeply missed by...