Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana

Willis Pruett

Willis Pruett

Feb 25, 2025

Willis M. Pruett, 85, of Plainfield, passed away on February 25, 2025.  He was born on May 26, 1939 in Scottsburg, IN to the late John W. and Mary Pruett.  Willie was a United States Army veteran.  He retired in 2001 from Utility Peterbuilt.  Willie was a member of the St. Augustine Episcopal Church, Past Master of the Plainfield Masonic...

William R. Loveless

William R. Loveless

Feb 25, 2025

William R. Loveless, 90, of Plainfield, passed away on February 25, 2025. He was born on December 18, 1934 in New Castle, Delaware to the late William A. Loveless and Laura (Peterson) Loveless. Bill received his Associate's Degree from the Spartan School of Aeronautics in Tulsa, Oklahoma, later working as a lead mechanic at U.S. Air  for 37 years before...

Ronald Abbott

Ronald Abbott

Feb 23, 2025

Ronald Abbott, 79, of Mooresville, passed away on February 23, 2025. He was born on November 10, 1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Chester B. Abbott and Martha "Pauline" (Scott) Abbott. Ronald graduated from Avon High School in 1964. He later worked as a baggage handler for United Airlines for many years. Ronald loved fishing, attending auctions, working on...

Judith Larracey

Judith Larracey

Feb 17, 2025

Judith Lee Larracey, daughter of the late Marvin and Leona Jones of Plainfield, passed away on February 17, 2025.  She is the wife of Rev. Dr. Patrick Larracey.  They have two adult children, Steven P. Larracey of Camby and Cristina L. James of Avon and two grandchildren, Ben and Elinore James.  The Larracey's were married on August 9, 1963 at...

John Day Noah Malicoat

John Day Noah Malicoat

Feb 16, 2025

John Day Noah Malicoat, 72, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully with his brother by his side on February 16, 2025.  He was born on November 4, 1952 in Greencastle, IN to the late Noah and Ruth Malicoat.  John worked for Hobbs Nursery for over 45 years retiring in 2000.  He belonged to the New Testament Christian Church and loved his...

Rick Shaw

Rick Shaw

Feb 15, 2025

Rick Shaw, 67, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025 in his home with his daughter at his side.  He was born on April 26, 1957 in Indianapolis to the late Eagle Shaw and Justine VonAxelson.  Rick was an insurance agent for American Family Insurance.  He started his athletic training career in Texas City, TX.  Rick was with...

Gladys Sherman

Gladys Sherman

Feb 12, 2025

Gladys L. Sherman, 90, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 12, 2025.  She was born on January 21, 1935 in Oakland City, IN to the late Otto and Minnie Ragle.  Gladys was a cashier for 22 years at K-Mart before retiring.  She was a member of the Bridgeport United Methodist Church, where she was a part of the women's group...

Suzanne Barnes

Suzanne Barnes

Feb 11, 2025

Suzanne Barnes, 92, of Plainfield, passed away on February 11, 2025. She was born on August 10, 1932 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Suzanne was a homemaker with her husband, Kenneth Barnes and their three daughters. Suzanne enjoyed baking, sewing and spending time with her family and friends. She also did volunteer work for Plainfield United Methodist Church. Suzanne was also an...

Carolyn Heckman

Carolyn Heckman

Feb 7, 2025

Carolyn Sue Heckman, 75, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 7, 2025.  She was born on October 27, 1949 in Sullivan, IN to the late Lloyd and Susan Runyan.  Carolyn was a homemaker.  She was preceded in death by her brother, Mark Runyan.  A Celebration Of Life will be held at a later date.  Survivors include her daughter, Manda McQuilling;...

Bonda J. Tedrow

Bonda J. Tedrow

Feb 3, 2025

Bonda J. Tedrow, 68, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 3, 2025. She was born on November 27, 1956 in Bakersfield, California to the late Robert Hudson and late Wanda (Loflin) Walker. In her early years, Bonda worked as a freelance cosmetologist, later working in childcare as a nanny. She enjoyed country music, watching stand-up comedy and taking care of...

Michael D. Wetzel

Michael D. Wetzel

Jan 31, 2025

Michael D. Wetzel, 69, of Indianapolis, passed away January 31, 2025. He was born November 7, 1955 to Francis and Betty Jo (Dierich) Wetzel in Fort Campbell, KY. He was a 1974 graduate of Carmel High School. Mike retired March 2, 2017 after 40 years as a line-man. He worked 15 years for Duke Energy and 25 years at IPL....

Randal L. Coffin

Randal L. Coffin

Jan 30, 2025

 Randal L Coffin, age 75, passed away peacefully at home on January 30, 2025. He was born August 19, 1949 in Indianapolis to Albert R. and Marjorie (Pritchett) Coffin. He lived in Plainfield his entire life. He spent the last 35 years with the love of his life, Sandra Huston. They loved to travel, cook, and attend Ducks Unlimited events...

Sandy Sue

Sandy Sue

Jan 29, 2025

Sandy Sue (Woodward) Myers, 69, of Fillmore, IN, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025 in Sebring, FL.  Sandy was born on November 6, 1955, the daughter of Max and Phyllis (Wallace) Woodward of Cambridge City, IN.  She graduated from Tri Jr.-Sr. High School in Lewisville, IN  in 1974.  She went on to earn her undergraduate degree from Indiana University...

Carolyn Ann Lander

Carolyn Ann Lander

Jan 27, 2025

Carolyn Ann Lander, 88, of Avon, passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 27, 2025. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on August 21, 1936 to the late Raymond Gowin and Ferne (Stevens) Gowin. Carolyn worked as a secretary for many years and was also a volunteer for the Avon Auxiliary Fire Department. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, reading...

Debra D. Denny

Debra D. Denny

Jan 24, 2025

Debra "Debbie" Denny, 69, of Plainfield, peacefully passed away while holding her husband’s hand on January 24, 2025. She was born on August 28, 1955 in Logansport, Indiana to the late Neil Warner and Joan (Leasure) Warner. Debbie worked as a billing representative for ORS Inc./ Ortho Indy for many years. She enjoyed boating, cooking, taking pictures, loved cats, watching...

Jerry D. Turpin

Jerry D. Turpin

Jan 23, 2025



Jerry D. Turpin, 81, passed away January 23, 2025.  He was born August 25, 1943 to the late Ray and Louise (Chastain) Turpin in Indianapolis, IN.  He worked for over 30 years for UPS retiring as a claims adjuster.  He was a member of the American Legion Post 500, the VFW 1111 in Mooresville, and the Forty & Eight.  ...

David M. Jones

David M. Jones

Jan 22, 2025

David Michael Jones, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away on January 22, 2025. He was born on December 6, 1952 to James R. Jones and Glenna Maxine (Wix) Jones in Beech Grove, Indiana. David grew up in Allen Springs, Kentucky, where he had learned to drive a tractor at the age of 5 and raised ducks, cows and pigs. He loved...

Helen L. Dawes

Helen L. Dawes

Jan 12, 2025

Helen L. Dawes, 94, of Plainfield passed away January 12, 2025.  She was born August 30, 1930 to the late Edward and Grace (Chappell) Cubert in Indianapolis, IN.  She worked as  food director for Wayne Township Schools for over 30 years retiring in 1994.  She was a member of Ben Davis Christian Church.  Helen‘s main priority was her family. She...

Larry Merritt

Larry Merritt

Jan 6, 2025

Larry E. Merritt, 62, of Avon, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025.  He was born on November 17, 1962 in Beech Grove, IN to William Merritt Jr. and Shirley Redding.  Larry was a member of the Plainfield Eagles #3207 and ABATE.  He was a huge classic rock music buff.  Larry loved his Ford Torino Cobra and his FLH Harley-Davidson....

Ronald D. Messmer

Ronald D. Messmer

Dec 31, 2024

Ronald "Ron" Messmer, 74, of Plainfield, passed away on December 31, 2024 surrounded by loving family members.  He was born on June 14, 1950 in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Duane and Evelyn Messmer.  Ron was a Marsh Supermarket store manager for 47 years before retiring.  He was a faithful member of Calvary Church in Plainfield and loved doing...