Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana

James W. Bridges

James W. Bridges

Nov 29, 2023

James "Jim" W. Bridges, 92, of Plainfield, passed away on November 29, 2023.  He was born in Plainfield, Indiana on July 5, 1931 to the late James A. Bridges and Helen (Baldock) Bridges.  Jim was a United States Air Force veteran serving during the Korean War.  After his military service, he worked as a salesman for over 25 years. Jim...

Debbie J. Curlin

Debbie J. Curlin

Nov 26, 2023

Debbie J. Curlin, 68, of Cicero, passed away on November 26, 2023.  She was born on April 16, 1955 to the late Donald and Barbara Harp.  Debbie worked as the Clerk of Court in Lebanon, PA.  She enjoyed gardening, music and diamond painting in her free time.  Debbie was preceded in death by her brother, Donnie Harp.  A Celebration Of...

Shelby Jean Wines

Shelby Jean Wines

Nov 26, 2023

 

Shelby Jean Wines, 85, of Plainfield, passed away November 26, 2023.

  She was born September 5, 1938 to the late Winford and Gustava

(Hedrick) Withrow in Heizer Creek, West Virginia.  She was a

homemaker.  She was a past member of the Red Hat Society.  Shelby is

survived by two sons, Dr. James B. Wines and Heath...

Frances "Darlene" Dare

Frances "Darlene" Dare

Nov 16, 2023

Frances "Darlene" Dare, 91, of Plainfield, passed away on November 16, 2023.  She was born on April 18, 1932 in Steffenville, MO to the late William and Ora Lindsey.  Darlene was a secretary for Lindeman Corp for 10 years.  She belonged to the BUNCO Club and the Plainfield Christian Church.  Darlene enjoyed crafts and sewing in her free time.  She...

Gayle L. Mayo

Gayle L. Mayo

Nov 15, 2023

Gayle L. Mayo, 64, Indianapolis, passed away on November 15, 2023.  She was born on November 6, 1959 to the late Wayne and Loretta Acton.  Gayle was a loving wife, mother and a dedicated homemaker.  She enjoyed reading in her free time.  Gayle loved spending time with her family.  She was preceded in death by brothers, Ross and Rex Acton;...

Nancy "Paulette" Blunk

Nancy "Paulette" Blunk

Nov 15, 2023

Nancy "Paulette" Blunk, 76, of Clayton, passed away on November 15, 2023 surrounded by loving family members. She was born on December 17, 1946 to the late Paul L. Gill and Helen E. (Pevler) Gill. Paulette worked various jobs as an accountant, realtor and claims adjuster. She loved dogs, reading and traveling with the Corvette Club. Funeral services will be...

Michael J. Brown

Michael J. Brown

Nov 15, 2023

Michael J. Brown, 66, of Avon, passed away on November 15, 2023 surrounded by loving family members.  He was born on November 10, 1957 in Crawfordsville, IN to Robert and Mildred Brown.  Michael grew up in Ladoga, IN and attended Southmont High School.  He received his bachelor's degree from Ball State University.  Michael worked for PSI/Cinergy from 1980 to 2004....

Denis C. Flora

Denis C. Flora

Nov 14, 2023

Denis C. Flora, 77, of Plainfield, passed away surrounded by loving family members on November 14, 2023.  He was born on September 16, 1946 in Belen, NM to the late Robert and Veda Flora.  Denis was a United States Army veteran serving in the Vietnam War.  He received his bachelor's degree from Indiana State and later went on to pursue...

Effie Markel

Effie Markel

Nov 7, 2023

Effie M. Markel, 100, of Indianapolis, passed away on November 7, 2023.  She was born on January 17, 1923 in South Point, OH to the late John and Lillie Johnson.  Effie was a Nurses Aid for Vinewood Nursing Home retiring in 1985.  She enjoyed shopping in free free time.  Effie loved spending time with her family.  She was preceded in...

Emily Sue Austin

Emily Sue Austin

Nov 5, 2023

Emily Sue Austin, 80, of Plainfield, passed away on November 5, 2023. She was born on January 4, 1943 in Ellettsville, Indiana to the late Herschel and Dorothy (Arthur) Stanger. Emily worked as a tax accountant for many years. She enjoyed cooking, game shows, playing poker and especially spending time with her grandchildren. Emily was preceded in death by two...

Naomi Ruth Devine

Naomi Ruth Devine

Nov 2, 2023

Naomi Ruth Devine, 86, of Coatesville, passed away quietly in her sleep on November 2, 2023 with her beloved sons by her side. She was born on September 2, 1937 in Petersburg, Indiana to the late Richard and Olive Masters. Ruth was one of thirteen children. She often said, when she married Jerry Lee Devine, that she left home with...

James R. Jenkins

James R. Jenkins

Oct 27, 2023

James R. Jenkins, 95, of Coatesville, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2023.  He was born on November 23, 1927 in Boxville, KY to the late James M. and Lucy Jenkins.  James was a WWII United States Army veteran.  He retired from National Starch & Chemical after 41 years in 1992.  James enjoyed vegetable gardening and taking care of the...

Donald "Don" Meador

Donald "Don" Meador

Oct 25, 2023

Donald E. Meador, 94, of Indianapolis, formerly of Plainfield, passed away surrounded by loving family members on October 25, 2023.  He was born on June 1, 1929 in Indianapolis to the late Lonnie and Allie Mae Meador.  Don was a United States Army veteran and served in the Korean War.  He is survived by his loving wife, Arlene Meador; sons,...

Howard McKnight

Howard McKnight

Oct 18, 2023

Howard McKnight, 96, of Plainfield, passed away surrounded by loving family members on October 18, 2023.  He was born on May 20, 1927 in Plainfield to the late Walter and Jewel McKnight.  Howard was a WWII United States Army veteran.  He worked for Royal Foods Warehouse as a foreman for 29 years and then Bessire retiring in 1992.  Howard was...

Mable V. Dillon

Mable V. Dillon

Oct 8, 2023

Mable V. Dillon, 96, of Amo, passed away on October 8, 2023 surrounded by loving family members.  She was born on September 4, 1927 in Speedway to the late Ray and Lillian Lakin.  Mable was a former Sunday School teacher and a dedicated homemaker.  She enjoyed sewing, quilting and bible study in her free time.  Mable was preceded in death...

Elsie Adele Rietz-Grobe

Elsie Adele Rietz-Grobe

Oct 6, 2023

 

Elsie Adele Rietz-Grobe, age 95, of Plainfield, Indiana, formerly of Yarmouthport, MA and Palm Harbor, FL, passed away October 6, 2023.  She was born in Boston, lived her childhood in Dedham, MA where she graduated from Dedham High School, then received a degree in Advertising Design from the Art Institute, Boston.  Adele served as a staff artist in advertising...

Jameson Johnson

Jameson Johnson

Oct 3, 2023

Jameson Corey Johnson, 52, of Clayton, was called home to the Lord on October 3, 2023. He was born in Peru, Indiana to the late Timothy and Linda (Toohey) Johnson. Jameson worked as a paramedic for many years. He enjoyed playing his guitar and going scuba diving. Jameson was not only a loving husband and father but also a dedicated...

Cynthia "Cindy" Mongan

Cynthia "Cindy" Mongan

Oct 1, 2023

Cynthia "Cindy" Mongan, 61, of Greenwood, passed away surrounded by loving family members.  She was born on March 10, 1962 in Beech Grove to the late Robert and Barbara Shipley.  Cindy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a dedicated homemaker.  She was a member of the Indianapolis Baptist Temple.  Cindy enjoyed painting, drawing, reading and singing in her free...

Lynelle "Cissy" Cullen

Lynelle "Cissy" Cullen

Sep 30, 2023

Lynelle "Cissy" Marie Cullen passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Hendricks Regional Health in Danville, IN.  She suffered and fought for several years with her illnesses and the serenity of her rest was, and is, well deserved.  Lynelle was known for many things, though she was most well known for her lifetime interest and involvement in animal rescue, various...

William "Bill" Lee

William "Bill" Lee

Sep 29, 2023

William “Bill” Lee, of Plainfield, passed away on September 29, 2023.  He was born in Linton, IN on June 7, 1951 to the late Lawrence and Margaret Lee.  Bill graduated from Latin School, Indianapolis, in 1969. Bill was President and CEO of the North American Retail Hardware Association and had worked there for over 20 years retiring in 2017.  He was...