OBITUARIES

Recent obituaries in Danville and Clayton, Indiana


The obituaries in the Danville, Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity in Danville, Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana's history and identity.

Lynn Louise Forrester

Lynn Louise Forrester

Aug 2, 2024

Lynn Louise Forrester, 59, of Danville, passed away at Life’s Journey Hospice of Avon on Friday, August 2, 2024 after a tough battle with ALS. She was born in Excelsior Springs, Missouri on March 10,1965, daughter of the late James and Helen (nee Watkins) Cox. In addition to her parents, Lynn is preceded in death by her sister, Gail Lindsey,...

Catherine "Cathy" J. Boes

Catherine "Cathy" J. Boes

Jul 15, 2024

In loving memory of Catherine June Boes, 81, of Coatesville who passed away on July 15, 2024 peacefully and surrounded by her family. Catherine was born June 5, 1943 to the late John J. Ferree and Lorraine M. Ferree. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Catherine devoted her life to loving her family and many other...

Jerri L. Grubb

Jerri L. Grubb

Jul 4, 2024

In loving memory of Jerri L. Grubb, 72, of Danville, who passed away in the early hours on July 4, 2024 at Life’s Journey Hospice. She was born January 1st, 1952 in Greenfield Indiana, to her father Bobby Gene and her late mother Marilyn Carew (Keaton).

Jerri graduated from Shelbyville Highschool in 1970 and continued to further her education by attending...

Ray L Kappmeyer

Ray L Kappmeyer

Jun 26, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ray L. Kappmeyer, 82, of Danville, was born on November 10, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to his late parents Leslie and Carol (Wilder) Kappmeyer.

Ray was a 1959 Southport High School graduate and continued his education by attending the University of Cincinnati and the University of Wisconsin, a Graduate School of Banking. This led him to his...

David Lee Reed

David Lee Reed

Jun 4, 2024

David Lee Reed, 66, of Indianapolis, passed away at home on June 4, 2024. Dave was born on June 16, 1957 in Indianapolis to the late Walter and Elsie (née Birge) Reed, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Judy Ann Barnett; sister-in-law, Vickie Reed; and nephew, Christopher Reed. Dave was a 1975 graduate of Cascade...

Sherry L. Hanebutt

Sherry L. Hanebutt

May 28, 2024

Sherry Lynn Hanebutt, 66, of Danville passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital due to complications of cancer. She was born in Indianapolis on December 11, 1957, and was the daughter of the late John and Darlene (Hurin) Trotter.

Sherry was a 1976 graduate of Danville High School, where she played tennis, was a cheerleader,...

Glenda "Jeanne" Brickler

Glenda "Jeanne" Brickler

May 15, 2024

Glenda “Jeanne” Brickler, 80, of Danville, IN passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 with her family by her side.She was born in Indianapolis on March 20, 1944 and was the daughter of the late Kenneth andDorothy (Hoaglan) Gedek.  She was a 1961 graduate of Danville High School.  On June 3, 1962she married her best friend, Phil Brickler.Jeanne was Treasurer...

Elinora Weaver

Elinora Weaver

May 3, 2024

Elinora Weaver, 98, of Evansville, formerly of Hazelwood, IN passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024.  She was the daughter of Glen and Blanche (McClellan) Brewer.  Elinora graduated from Ben Davis High School, then married Rodney J. Weaver.  Elinora and Rodney traveled and spent many years in Zephyrhills, Florida before his passing on October 21, 1995.She was a homemaker and...

Sharon D. Curtis

Sharon D. Curtis

May 3, 2024

Sharon D. Curtis of Danville passed away peacefully at the Villages of Avon on Friday, May 3, 2024.  She was born July 6, 1933 to the late, Oral "Buck" and Lora (Kivett) Swain.  Sharon is a 1951 graduate of Danville High School. She married Ernest "Vic" Curtis on April 16, 1977, he preceded her in death on March 2, 1998....

Joe David Miller

Joe David Miller

May 3, 2024

Joe David Miller, age 73, of Danville, Indiana, passed away on May 3, 2024. He was born inIndianapolis, Indiana, on March 11, 1951. Joe lived a full life marked by his commitment tolaying block foundations at work every day and building a solid foundation for his family to stand on. He leaves behind his wife of 47 years, Joan Copple...

Gladys Maude Williamson

Gladys Maude Williamson

May 3, 2024

Gladys Maude (Hill) Williamson, passed peacefully from this life on Friday, May 4, 2024, at her grandson's house, with her family by her side.  She was born on March 22, 1924, in London, England to the late Robert and Amy (Hall) Hill. 

Glady, as she was affectionately called by her husband, was quick-witted, determined and feisty. She always kept a stiff...

Ruth Mae (Lang) Hays

Ruth Mae (Lang) Hays

May 2, 2024

Ruth Mae (Lang) Hays, 97, of Danville, Indiana, passed away peacefully the morning of May 2, 2024.  She was born in Charleston, Illinois, on January 1, 1927, to Claude and Ida (Glosser) Lang.  Ruth was the third of ten children.

Ruth grew up in Charleston, Illinois, with her formative years shaped by the Great Depression, and worked as a telephone switchboard operator, manually connecting telephone calls...

Michael "Mike" Rollins

Michael "Mike" Rollins

Apr 26, 2024

Michael F. Rollins, 83, of Danville, IN passed away peacefully, with his family by his side on Friday, April 26, 2024.  He was born in Indianapolis, IN on March 20, 1941, and was the son of the late Gilbert and Margaret (Wyre) Rollins.

He grew-up in Beech Grove and was a 1959 graduate of Cathedral High School,...

Pamela Sue Nelson

Pamela Sue Nelson

Apr 21, 2024

Pamela Sue Nelson, 74 of Lizton, IN passed away peacefully at home the morning of Sunday, April 21, 2024.  She was born in Indianapolis, IN on July 3, 1949 and was the daughter of the late Everett and Evelyn (Lieske) Sheffer.

Pam graduated from Petersburg High School in Petersburg, VA.  Her family moved back to Indiana where...

Linda Ellen (Smith)  McGhee

Linda Ellen (Smith) McGhee

Apr 11, 2024

Linda Ellen (Smith) McGhee, 82, of Danville, IN passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Thursday, April 11, 2024.  She was born in Dugger, Indiana on July 7, 1941 and was the daughter of the late Carl L. and Ruby (Riggle) Smith.

Linda grew up in Dugger, Indiana and married her high school sweetheart,...

Diana Louise Miller

Diana Louise Miller

Apr 5, 2024

Diana Louise (Decker) Miller from Danville, Age 82, passed away peacefully on April 5,2024. She was born April 3, 1942 in Crawfordville, In. to Robert and Elsie Decker. She was a 1960 graduate of Danville High School. She married Larry Ellison Miller on November 4, 1961 and spent 38 years together until his death in 1999. Diana and Larry...

Brandon James Breedlove

Brandon James Breedlove

Mar 10, 2024

Brandon J. Breedlove, 27, of Danville, passed away on March 10, 2024.  He was born April 11, 1996, and was the only son of Catherine Hester.

Brandon was a 2015 graduate of Danville High School.  After high school, he served his country in the US Air Force where he worked as a logistics specialist. He joined the...

Paul Tinnell

Paul Tinnell

Feb 19, 2024

Paul A. Tinnell, 59, of Clayton, Ind. passed away, with his family at his side, on February 19, 2024 at the Mill Pond Healthcare Campus, in Greencastle.  He was born September 6,1964 in Greencastle, Ind., a son of the late Robert and Louise (Shane) Tinnell.  In addition to his parents, Paul is preceded in death by his sister, Katherine...

Julie Farmer

Julie Farmer

Feb 18, 2024

Julie Lee Farmer, 74, of Mooresville, IN. passed away peacefully at Worthington Place of Camby,IN, Sunday evening with her loving family by her side.

Julie was born in Indianapolis, IN to the late Robert Farmer and Mary “Juanita” Dunn. She graduated from Cascade High School with the class of 1968. She received her Bachelor of Science degree...

Steve Close

Steve Close

Feb 16, 2024

Stephen L. Close, 63, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 16, 2024.  Steve was born October 6, 1960 in Indianapolis, a son of Cynthia Nave and the late Granville Close.

He graduated from Brownsburg High School with the class of 1978. He served his country in the United States Army during Desert Storm.  He enjoyed...

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