Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Plainfield, Indiana

Virginia L. Thomas

Virginia L. Thomas

Nov 3, 2024

Virginia Lee Thomas, of Plainfield, also known as "Louise," passed away on November 3rd, 2024, at the age of 97. She was born December 25, 1926 to the late Albert Russell and Mary (Lambert) Boblett in Indianapolis, IN.  Virginia was a member of the Plainfield Christian Church, and she enjoyed gardening (especially her prize African Violets), taking trips with her...

Darrell Dean Atkinson

Darrell Dean Atkinson

Oct 29, 2024

Darrell Dean Atkinson, 95, our Sunshine and our definition of love and kindness went home to the Lord on October 29, 2024 at Compass Park, (Masonic Home) Franklin, IN.  He previously lived in Plainfield, IN first locating there in 1956.  Darrell was born in Brazil, IN on March 9th, 1929 to the late George and Mabel (Medo) Atkinson.  He was...

Ronald Leon Pedigo

Ronald Leon Pedigo

Oct 29, 2024

Ronald Leon Pedigo, 84, of Indianapolis, passed away on October 29, 2024. He was born to the late Ira Leon Pedigo and Mary Alice (Kindle) Pedigo on March 17, 1940. In Ronald's early years, he attended Barber's College and became a licensed barber. He later worked construction and was a maintenance supervisor for Target Warehouses. Ronald enjoyed playing softball, riding...

Teresa D. Molen

Teresa D. Molen

Oct 29, 2024

Teresa D. Molen, 69, of Clayton, passed away on October 29, 2024. She was born to the late Frank Bailey and Edna (Shelly) Bailey in Lebanon, Indiana on November 16, 1954. Teresa worked for Breiner's Innovative for over 36 years. She regularly attended Hazelwood Baptist Church. Teresa enjoyed crocheting, crafting and gardening. She is preceded in death by brothers, Charles...

Jerry Allan Arthur

Jerry Allan Arthur

Oct 28, 2024

Jerry Allan Arthur left this earthly life on October 28, 2024 after a long cancer illness.  He was 68 years old.  Jerry was born on June 5, 1956 in Greencastle, IN to Maurice "Jiggs" Johnson and Wilma "Lucy" Arthur.  He served 3 years in the United States Army.  Jerry was in the 101st Airborne Division as an Administrative Specialist based...

Saundra M. Willey

Saundra M. Willey

Oct 27, 2024

Saundra M. Willey, 85, of Plainfield, passed away on October 27, 2024. She was born to the late James Faulkner and Helen (Smith) Arndt in Fort Wayne, Indiana on October 16, 1939. Saundra worked at A.W.D / Auto Pro for many years, later transitioning to retail at Cracker Barrel and a bus driver for the Plainfield School Corporation. She married...

Margaret A. Rose

Margaret A. Rose

Oct 26, 2024

Margaret A. Rose, 93, of Plainfield, passed away on October 26, 2024. She was born September 14, 1931 to the late George and Ada (McCammack) Hurst in Greencastle, Indiana. Margaret retired from Farm Bureau Insurance in 1992. Margaret’s unending energy and love of people led her to various part time jobs after leaving Farm Bureau where she could shine her...

Jeffery G. Norris

Jeffery G. Norris

Oct 24, 2024

Jeffery G. Norris, 64, of Plainfield, passed away on October 24, 2024. He was born on February 10, 1960 in Monticello, KY to Billy and Doris Norris. Jeff was a 1978 graduate of Plainfield High School. He worked hard to support his family, having worked 30 plus years for YRC before retiring in 2022. However, his most cherished role was...

Carol Sue Richhart

Carol Sue Richhart

Oct 23, 2024

Carol Sue Richhart was born June 23,1958. Her parents, Raymond and Doris (Newby) Richhart made a loving home for her and her older sister, Barbara Ann in Plainfield surrounding them with the love of grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. As her love grew for family, so did her love for neighbors and classmates. As a youngster, she attended weekly Bible...

John L. Tom

John L. Tom

Oct 19, 2024

John L. Tom, 72, of Plainfield, passed away October 19, 2024.  He was born August 30, 1952 in Indianapolis, IN.  John spent his early years working at his family's local business, Joe's Garage Whitlow's Towing. His Uncle Joe taught him how to repair and tow vehicles. As he got older he worked at the local NAPA auto parts store. Eventually...

W Michael Latz

W Michael Latz

Oct 18, 2024

Wm. Michael Latz, 80, of Plainfield, passed away October 18, 2024.  He was born October 14, 1944 to the late John William and Mary Katherine (Broaderick) Latz in Logansport, IN.   He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War from 1966-68.  He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Indiana University in 1972.  His career includes...

Morey H. Gladden

Morey H. Gladden

Oct 18, 2024

Morey H. Gladden, 93, of Mooresville (Hendricks County), passed away October 18, 2024.  He was born July 7, 1931 to the late Harry and Edna (Ennis) Gladden in Plainfield, IN.  He lived all of his life in Hendricks County.  He graduated from Plainfield High School, class of 1949.  He was active in 4-H club and Future Farmers of America.  He...

Michelle M. Coleman

Michelle M. Coleman

Oct 16, 2024

Michelle M. Coleman, 66, of Plainfield, passed away on October 16, 2024. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 14, 1957 to the late David Williams and Patricia (Hyjduk) Williams. Michelle worked as a warehouse clerk for many years. She was a member of St. Susanna Catholic Church. Michelle enjoyed crocheting, fishing, helping others and loved taking care of...

Loretta Groninger

Loretta Groninger

Oct 6, 2024

Loretta Groninger, 87, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024. She was born in Louisville, KY on October 26, 1936 to the late Louis and Margaret Holzknecht. Loretta worked for Public Service Indiana in her earlier years. She then opened and operated Reflections Tea Room in 1993. Loretta was a longtime member of Tri Kappa, Bridge Club and...

Alan Trueblood

Alan Trueblood

Oct 5, 2024

Alan E. Trueblood, 78, of Plainfield, passed away on October 5, 2024. He was born on November 2, 1945 in Sullivan, IN to the late Edward Trueblood and Janet Sullivan (William Sullivan, stepfather). Alan was a United States Army veteran. He worked for Public Service Indiana (Duke Energy) as a billing supervisor and later a meter route analyst, retiring in...

Michael J. Webber

Michael J. Webber

Oct 3, 2024

Michael Joseph Webber, of Plainfield Indiana, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at the age of 39. Michael was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Robert "Bobby" and Lisa Webber.  He spent his early years between Batavia, Illinois, Roscoe, Illinois and finally Avon, Indiana where he was a member of the 2003 graduating class and baseball team.  Michael studied at...

Timothy D. Fisher

Timothy D. Fisher

Sep 28, 2024

Timothy D. Fisher, 83, of Plainfield, passed away on September 28, 2024.  He was born on April 5, 1941 in Indianapolis to the late LeRoy and June (Price) Fisher.  Tim owned Freedom Press Print Shop in Plainfield from 1976 to 2008.  He was involved with many civic and social organizations including Plainfield Plus, Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, Downtown Merchants...

Charles E. Bell

Charles E. Bell

Sep 28, 2024

Charles E. Bell, 81, of Plainfield, formerly of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024. He was born on April 27, 1943 in Detroit, MI to the late Leslie and Ethel Bell. Charles received his Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan and his MBA from Western Michigan University. He retired as the Corporate Vice...

Ruth S. Clift

Ruth S. Clift

Sep 24, 2024

Ruth S. Clift, 95, of Plainfield, moved to Heaven on September 24, 2024.  She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend.  Ruth was preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles E. Clift Sr.; son, Charles E. Clift Jr.; parents, Leslie and Hattie Smith; 4 brothers and 2 sisters.  She is survived by her...

Alice "Sue" Barry

Alice "Sue" Barry

Sep 18, 2024

Alice "Sue" Barry, 94, of Clayton, passed away on September 18, 2024.  She was born on December 6, 1929 on a farm near Bridgeton, IN to the late Howard & Irma Dowen.  Sue graduated from Bridgeton High School in 1947.  She graduated from Canterbury College in 1950 and then received her Master's from Indiana State.  Sue was a teacher for...