OBITUARIES

Mark Lewis Franklin

Mark Lewis Franklin

Nov 2, 2026

Mark Lewis Franklin was born on July 18th, 1958 to Robert and Erma Franklin. He lived in Columbus, IN. his entire life. Mark was a jack of all trades. He loved to build and fix things. He spent most of his working life building and overseeing homes being built. He enjoyed watching his grand children grow up, listening to music,...

Angela Marie Gibson (Lehman)

Angela Marie Gibson (Lehman)

Oct 31, 2026

Angela Marie Gibson (Lehman), 60, of Linton, Indiana, passed away on October 31, 2026. 

Angela was a daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and a woman who had a love for the simple things in life. She especially enjoyed spending time outdoors, whether tending to her garden, mushroom hunting, or simply enjoying a beautiful day outside. These were the moments that brought her...

Prof. Cynthia Jean Brabson

Prof. Cynthia Jean Brabson

Oct 24, 2026

In Memoriam: Prof. Cynthia Jean Brabson 

Surrounded by her husband, Bennet, her son, Steven and her grandson, Bristol, Professor Emeritus, Cynthia Brabson died on October 24, 2026, a sunny Saturday morning in Bloomington, Indiana. She was 87 years old. 

The daughter of Harold F. and Jean (MacCracken) Stevens, Cynthia was born in New York City on September 23, 1939, and began her...

Ralph David Cox Jr

Ralph David Cox Jr

Oct 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of a One-of-a-Kind Dad

Some people leave this world quietly, but leave behind a lifetime of stories, memories, laughter, and love. My dad was one of those people.

He was amazing, goofy, sneaky, loving, and truly one of a kind. He had a personality that could make you laugh when you least expected it, a mischievous side that kept...

Margaret Ann Taylor

Margaret Ann Taylor

Oct 21, 2026

Margaret Ann Taylor, 86, of Indianapolis, IN, was born in Crossville, TN. Margaret passed away peacefully on October 21, 2026.

Margaret is survived by Betty Kent, Mary (Dennis) Hedger, Peggy Paquette, Jeff Keagle, Harold (Donna) Keagle, Carla Trover, and Fred Dallen Hedges. Margaret had eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, with another great-grandchild on the way.

Margaret was preceded in death by her...

Lisa R Maxey

Lisa R Maxey

Oct 17, 2026

Lisa R. Maxey, age 58, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away on October 17, 2026, leaving behind a family who will forever cherish her memory. 

Lisa was born on January 19, 1968, in Harvey, Illinois, to Dean and Lucille Gowens. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Janet Snowdy. 

Lisa was a devoted wife to her husband, William Maxey,...

Vernon "Cañon" R. Coy

Vernon "Cañon" R. Coy

Oct 13, 2026

Vernon Richard Coy left Earth in his wake on October 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy as a creative dreamer, beloved storyteller and traveler, soulful musician, extraordinary rock hound, and a spontaneous inventor. 

Born March 9, 1945, in Denver, Colorado, to Dorothy and Vernon Coy, he grew into his creative self on a farm in Wyoming. There, he took in his...

David Lyndon Shaw

David Lyndon Shaw

Oct 9, 2026

David Lyndon Shaw, 64, of Plainfield, IN, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026, at his residence. A native and graduate of Monrovia, IN, born on September 15, 1962, to the late William Shaw and Judith Shaw. David was known by many for his exceptional reliability, retiring as a Journeyman Lineman from Indianapolis Power & Light (now AES) after nearly...

Angela Lynn Clossey

Angela Lynn Clossey

Oct 8, 2026

Angela Lynn (Phillips) Clossey 56 of Gosport, Indiana passed away October 8, 2026. She was born to Robert and Jennifer (Quick) Phillips on October 24, 1969 in Bloomington, Indiana. Angela married Brian Clossey on August 28, 1992.

Angela enjoyed many years of photography, fishing, watching over and taking care of her countless plants, restoring furniture and traveling with her best friend.

Angela...

Thurman Thomas Claypoole

Thurman Thomas Claypoole

Oct 4, 2026

Thurman Thomas Claypoole “Tom” 64, of Vevay, passed away October 4, 2026.

After a long, courageous battle with cancer, his daughter, Kacey Claypoole, by his side. Next to Kacey for support were friends Deann Spears and Debi Price.

Tom was born in Ohio on September 16th, 1960, to Wayne and Ethel Claypoole. He had eight siblings.

Tom was no stranger to a hard...

Kai Von Brantley, Jr.

Kai Von Brantley, Jr.

Sep 30, 2026

Kai Von Brantley Jr.  

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kai Von Brantley Jr., who passed away on September 30, 2026, at the age of 47. 

Kai was a loving son, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a warm and caring person who was very proud of his family and cherished the time he spent...

George Michael O'Brien

George Michael O'Brien

Sep 29, 2026

George Michael O’Brien, 66, after a brief illness, passed away on September 29, 2026, at IU Methodist Hospital with his loving family by his side. George lived a life filled with family, friendships, sports, and a genuine love for people. He never met a stranger and seemed to know someone everywhere he went.

George graduated from Northrop High School with the...

Nancy J Jones

Nancy J Jones

Sep 24, 2026

Nancy J. Jones, age 76, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026, at her nephew’s home. Nancy was born in June of 1950 in Terre Haute, Indiana, to John and Mary (Johnson) Ketner. She was a graduate of Wiley High School in Terre Haute. After graduation, she worked at Red Lobster.

In April of 1969, she married Thomas J. Jones. They...

Lee Thomas Walters

Lee Thomas Walters

Sep 21, 2026

Lee Thomas Walters, 81, of Frankfort, Kentucky, passed away on September 21, 2026.

Born on January 18, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, Lee was the son of Virgil Walters and Dorothy Waetjen. He is survived by many beloved family members and friends. Lee will be remembered by those who knew him, and his memory will be cherished by his family and friends.

Cremation...

Thomas Budd

Thomas Budd

Sep 20, 2026

Thomas Budd, 65, of Columbus, Indiana, passed away on September 20, 2026.

Born on August 2, 1961, in Kokomo, Indiana, Thomas was the Son of Glenn and Laura Budd. He is survived by many beloved family members and friends. Thomas will be remembered by those who knew him, and his memory will be cherished by his family and friends.

Cremation arrangements have...

Rebecca Birge

Rebecca Birge

Sep 15, 2026

Rebecca Birge, 74, of Columbus, Indiana, passed away on September 15, 2026.

Born on July 11, 1952, in Columbus, Indiana, Rebecca was the daughter of John and Essie (Rule) Eisenmenger. She is survived by many beloved family members and friends. Rebecca will be remembered by those who knew her, and her memory will be cherished by her family and friends.

Cremation arrangements...

Micah James Linthicum

Micah James Linthicum

Sep 14, 2026

Micah James Linthicum, 46 years old, passed away unexpectedly Monday morning, September 14, 2026. He was born February 12, 1980. He shared his life with his loving fiancée, Amy Brantley. He also leaves behind his daughter, Jayde Olivia, who resides in Ohio, and his father, Bruce A. Thornton, from Iowa; a sister, Riann Atkinson, of Indianapolis; and among his many...

Jonathan David Sindlinger

Jonathan David Sindlinger

Sep 11, 2026

Jonathan David Sindlinger passed away on September 11 at his home in Columbus. He is survived by his son David (Haleigh), two grandsons, his sister Liz (Curt) Curtis and his parents Verne and Phyllis Sindlinger.

Jon was born on February 6, 1965 in Youngstown, Ohio. He spent his early years in Indianapolis and his teenage years in Appleton, Wisconsin, graduating from...

Melissa Delisle

Melissa Delisle

Sep 11, 2026

Melissa Delisle passed away Friday, September 11th. She is survived by her daughter, Love Gabbard, and her sister, Tara Rodriguez.

She was a very loving mother, and her daughter was her world. She will be missed greatly by those who knew her. Lissa and Love had that special bond that all of us want with our children, for they had much...

Brett Herald

Brett Herald

Sep 10, 2026

Brett Herald, 68, of Bloomfield, passed away September 10, 2026, after a short but courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family.

Brett was born in Linton, Indiana, August 1, 1958, to Eulas and Roberta Herald. He was the youngest of four children and the only boy, growing up with three older sisters who loved him dearly and will miss...