Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana

Patricia A. Howard

Patricia A. Howard

Oct 9, 2021

Patricia A. (Jackson) Howard, 73, of Plainfield, passed away October 9, 2021.  She was born February 10, 1948 in Jacksonville, KY.  She worked in the laundry department at Plainfield Healthcare for many years until retirement.  She was a member of the Bethel Family Worship Center in Indianapolis.  Pat is survived by a son, Bill Brower; 4 daughters, Brenda Johnson, Debbie...

Joan E. Kuhn

Joan E. Kuhn

Oct 8, 2021

Joan E. Kuhn, 71, of Plainfield, formerly of Racoon Lake, passed away October 8, 2021.  She was born January 9, 1950 to the late Dr. Milton and Juliet (Simon) Herzberg in Chicago, IL.  She was a 1968 Clinton High School graduate.  She was a homemaker.  She loved horseback riding, boating and was an avid pet lover.  Joan married Robert “Bob”...

Thomas A. Fisher

Thomas A. Fisher

Oct 5, 2021

Thomas Allen Fisher (65) of Plainfield, Indiana passed away October 5, 2021. Born on July 28, 1956 in Wuerzburg, Germany to the late Raymond M. Fisher and Pauline (Tomlinson) Fisher of Cartersburg, Indiana. He was raised in Plainfield, Indiana where he graduated from Plainfield High School in 1974. He attended DeVry University in Chicago, Illinois, graduating with a degree in...

Donna J. Hanshew

Donna J. Hanshew

Sep 29, 2021

Donna J. Hanshew, 75, of Indianapolis, passed away on September 29, 2021.  She was born on February 24, 1946 in Roanoke, VA to the late Harold and Thelma Pauley.  Donna was the owner of Donna Hanshew Realty for over 10 years.  She drove a school bus for 31 years with the Decatur Township school system.  Donna loved spending time with...

Ann M. Tom

Ann M. Tom

Sep 27, 2021

Ann M. Tom, 72, of Plainfield, passed away September 27, 2021.  She was born November 29, 1948 to the late William and Charlotte (Ward) Dodds in Sullivan, IN.  She was an accounting clerk for Handleman Co, Indianapolis for 27 years retiring in 2008.  Ann is survived by her husband, Kenny Tom; a daughter, Amy K. (Tony) Ribera; a brother, Rodney...

Ernie Lee Johnson

Ernie Lee Johnson

Sep 25, 2021

Ernie Lee Johnson, 34, of Stilesville, passed away on September 25, 2021.  He was born on December 17, 1986 in Indianapolis to Roy and Brenda Johnson.  Ernie graduated from Ben Davis High School in 2005.  He then went on to get his Bachelor's degree from Kaplan University.  Ernie was a member on the Stilesville Christian Church.  He enjoyed helping people...

E. Michael Exline

E. Michael Exline

Sep 22, 2021

E. Michael Exline, 71, of Plainfield, Indiana passed away on September 22, 2021. He was born November 21, 1949 as the first of four children to the late M. Joan Exline and Eugene V. Exline in Evansville, IN. Michael graduated from Purdue University in 1972 and has been a lifelong Boilermaker fan. There wasn't a Purdue football or basketball game...

Richard W. "Rick" Beckner

Richard W. "Rick" Beckner

Sep 21, 2021

Richard W. "Rick" Beckner, 59, of Spencer, passed away September 21, 2021.  He was born May 24, 1962 in Greencastle, IN.  He was an inspector for Cook Medical for the past 25 years.  He was skilled at model kit building, designing dioramas as well as being artistic.  He enjoyed video games and personal gardening and landscaping.  Rick is survived by...

Sandra K. Burnett

Sandra K. Burnett

Sep 19, 2021

Sandra Kay Burnett (Sandy), 70, of Plainfield, passed away September 19, 2021.  She was born, 25 June 1951, to Bob and Naomi (Shumaker) Burnett.  After graduating High School (Cascade H.S.) in 1969 she started her employment years at Putnam County Hospital.  She subsequently worked for the Indiana State Fire Marshal for 8 years.  From there she worked at Carrier Corporation...

Joyce Ann Brooks

Joyce Ann Brooks

Sep 14, 2021

Joyce Ann Brooks, 68, of Indianapolis, passed away September 14, 2021.  She was born June 25, 1953 to the late Noel and Verna (Burkett) Brooks in Indianapolis, IN.  She leaves behind two sons, Frank H. Hazel and Fred E. (Shellie) Hazel; a daughter, Verna L. (Jason) Aldridge; two brothers, Noel Ray (Connie) Brooks and William (Eva) Brooks; a sister, Bessie...

Barbara J. West

Barbara J. West

Sep 12, 2021

Barbara J. West, 88, of Plainfield, passed away on September 12, 2021.  She was born on November 4, 1932 in Indianapolis to the late Ralph and Pearl Lopossa.  Barbara worked at Poe's Cafeteria for many years.  She loved spending time with her family.  Barbara was preceded in death by a daughter, Sheila Brissey; brothers, Ralph and Herman Lopossa; sisters, Leona...

Gloria Mayo

Gloria Mayo

Sep 12, 2021

Gloria Crystal Mayo, 90, of Plainfield, passed away on September 12, 2021.  She was born on July 24, 1931 in Belle Union, IN to the late Harold and Geraldine McCammack.  Gloria was a waitress for 35 years at the Double Decker.  She was a loving mother and a dedicated homemaker.  Gloria was a member of the Deer Creek Baptist Church. ...

Brian Pettit

Brian Pettit

Sep 11, 2021

Brian Pettit, 56, of Crawfordsville, passed away on September 11, 2021.  He was born in Indianapolis on June 15, 1965 to Edgar and Karen Pettit.  Brian enjoyed watching football and working on cars.  He loved spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.  Brian had a passion for his Bronco as well.  He was preceded in death by his father,...

Olusegun A. Odedina

Olusegun A. Odedina

Sep 10, 2021

Olusegun Odedina, 41, of Plainfield, passed away on September 10, 2021.  He was born on July 13, 1980 in Lagos, Nigeria to Mr. Abayomi Dehinde and Mrs. Olubunmi Eniola Odedina.  Olusegun graduated from the Obafemi Awolowo University O.A.U. with a Bachelor's Degree.  He was a member of the Lakeview Church in Indianapolis and R.C.C.G City of David Church in Lagos,...

Joyce Bennett

Joyce Bennett

Sep 10, 2021

Joyce Bennett, 85, of Plainfield, passed away on September 10, 2021.  She was born in Byrdstown, TN on September 3, 1936 to the late Walt and Ora Rich.  Joyce was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a dedicated homemaker.  She was a member of the Center Community Church in Plainfield.  Joyce enjoyed taking walks on the trails at the park. ...

John Norris

John Norris

Sep 8, 2021

John Norris, 71, of Avon, passed away in his home on September 8, 2021.  He was born in Indianapolis on August 19, 1950 to the late Epherian Norris and Norma Basinger.  John worked for Ameritech and retired after 33 years.  After retirement he drove a school bus for the Avon School Corporation for 6 years.  John enjoyed woodworking and golfing...

Beulah Brock

Beulah Brock

Sep 7, 2021

Beulah Brock, 89, of Indianapolis, passed away on September 7, 2021.  She was born on March 22, 1932 in Livingston, KY to the late Lewis and Flaura (Hamlin) Renner.  Beulah retired in 1993 as a nurses aid after 17 1/2 years for Hendricks Regional Health.  She was a member of the Plainfield First Assembly of God for many years.  Beulah...

Tyler C. Hagen

Tyler C. Hagen

Sep 7, 2021

Tyler Cole Hagen found everlasting peace on September 7, 2021 in Evansville, Indiana. Born October 12, 1998 in Kazakhstan, he was adopted by his loving mother, Cathy J. (Daum) Hagen at the age of 2 and brought home to Plainfield, Indiana. He attended Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School and ultimately graduated from Plainfield High School in 2017. He was currently a...

Mary Marie Counter

Mary Marie Counter

Sep 6, 2021

Mary Marie Counter, 94, of Plainfield, passed away September 6, 2021.  She was born February 10, 1927 to the late Owen and Martha L. "Mattie" ( Jones) Pate in Evansville, IN.  She was a homemaker.  Mary is survived by her daughter, Susan L. Moore; a son, Roger D. "Rick" Kemp; a son-in-law, Phil Turner;  special friends, Larry and Rachel Vest;...

Everett Stanley Jr.

Everett Stanley Jr.

Sep 3, 2021

Everett “Junior” Stanley, 97, passed away on August September 3, 2021 in the home of his daughter. He was born on June 25, 1924 to Everett William Stanley and Ota (Pickett) Stanley on Carr Rd. in Plainfield. He was the youngest of 5 children. His older brother Harold was sent to pick strawberries until he was born and his 7-year-old...