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.

Jim D. Arnold

Jim D. Arnold

Jul 1, 2023

James (Jim) Donovan Arnold, 85, of Clayton, died Saturday, July 1, 2023, at home doing what he loved: working outside on his property.  Jim was born at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN to Donovan and Hazel (Lane) Arnold on May 3, 1938. He was preceded in death by his parents.  Jim attended Wayne Township Schools...

James Woody Weatherman

James Woody Weatherman

Jun 27, 2023

James Woody Weatherman, 81, of Clayton, IN, passed away at home, unexpectedly, on Tuesday, June 27, 2023.  Son of Harold and Ena (Vandevoir) Weatherman.  Woody was born July 26, 1941, in Clinton, IN.  He grew up on and then stayed on the family farm near Clayton, IN.  He was a 1959 graduate of Amo High School and was married...

Jim McClain

Jim McClain

Jun 20, 2023

James Alan McClain, 58, of Danville, IN passed away at Hendricks Regional Hospital on June 20, 2023.  He was born in Clinton, IN and was a son of the late James and Georgia (Nacke) McClain.  In addition to his parents, Jim is predeceased by two brothers, Larry McClain, and infant brother, Kevin McClain.

Jim grew up in...

Beverly Jeanne Eubank

Beverly Jeanne Eubank

Jun 19, 2023

Beverly Jeanne Eubank,92, of New Winchester, passed away peacefully Monday, June 19th at the Village of Avon Assisted Living, She was born in Indianapolis on July 3, 1930, a daughter of Marjorie Hadley Sears and Roe Sears.

She graduated from Howe High School in 1948. She married the late Robert J Eubank on August 25, 1950. They...

Gary Byron Helton

Gary Byron Helton

Jun 16, 2023

Gary Byron Helton, 69, of Danville, IN passed away at home, unexpectedly on June 16, 2023. He was born in Indianapolis and was a son of the late, Cecil “Tex” and Dorothy June (Lieske) Helton. He grew up in Hazelwood, IN, and was a lifelong resident of Danville, IN. Gary retired from Duke Energy in 2016 after 38 years,...

Leon Hamilton

Leon Hamilton

Jun 13, 2023

Leon Thomas Hamilton, 59, of Plainfield, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.

He was born in Franklin, IN on June 15, 1963, and was a son of the late Herman Grover and Mattie (Brown)

Hamilton. Leon worked for many years in construction and paving. He loved nature and being

outdoors. He...

Jimmie "Heavy Duty" Clark

Jimmie "Heavy Duty" Clark

Jun 12, 2023

Jimmie “Heavy Duty” Ray Clark, 80, of Danville, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 12, 2023. He was born December 29, 1942, in Scottsville, Kentucky, to the late George H. and Erma (Tucker) Clark. In addition to his parents, Jimmie was predeceased by his best-friend and wife of 60 years, Joyce A. Clark, who passed away, April 20, 2023....

Karl Romel

Karl Romel

May 12, 2023

Karl Romel, 68, of Danville, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023, at I.U. Methodist, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Indianapolis on April 15, 1955, to the late, Bruce and Eva (Imler) Romel.  He was a graduate of Brownsburg High School, and later completed HVAC training at ITT Technical Institute.  He retired after 17 as...

Paul Barnett, Sr.

Paul Barnett, Sr.

Apr 16, 2023

Paul Barnett, Sr., 82, of Bainbridge, IN passed away on April 16, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was

born at home on March 18, 1941, in Plainfield, IN, and was the son of Julius P. and Beatrice (McMullin)

Barnett. Paul grew up in Plainfield and was a 1959...

Barbara Faye Kiser

Barbara Faye Kiser

Apr 12, 2023

Barbara F. Kiser, 59, of Danville, passed away peacefully, at her home on April 12, 2023.  She was born in Cleveland, Virginia on June 24, 1963, and was the daughter of the late Billy Sunday and Lois (Johnson) Kiser.

Barbara grew up in Brown County, Indiana.  Following high school, she went to work for White Castle, managing...

Tom Helton

Tom Helton

Mar 20, 2023

Tom Helton, 78, of Bainbridge, formerly of Danville, passed away in the early hours of Monday, March 20, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Thomas Kent Helton was born in Indianapolis, a son of the late Judge Vincin and Martha (Swope) Helton. He graduated from Danville High School with the class of 1962. After graduation,...

David A. Clark

David A. Clark

Mar 18, 2023

David A. Clark, 73, of Indianapolis, passed away the evening of Saturday, March 18, 2023, surrounded by his family.  He was a proud son of the late Henry and Eva Clark.

David was a graduate of Danville High School, and later he joined the United States Navy. After four years serving his country, David returned to Danville...

Matthew David Simmerman "Lil Simmy"

Matthew David Simmerman "Lil Simmy"

Mar 17, 2023

Matthew David Simmerman, “Lil Simmy”, 26, of Danville, IN passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, March 17, 2023, at the gym, from cardiac arrest.  He was born in Danville, IN on July 8, 1996, a son of Matt “Simmy” and Stephanie (Jordan) Simmerman, one of the best sons and brother a parent could ask for. He loved with all his...

Sam Bolen

Sam Bolen

Mar 11, 2023

Neal Samuel “Sam” Bolen, 48, of North Salem, passed away after a brief illness, the morning of March 11, 2023, with his wife by his side.  Sam was born in Danville, IN, a son of Neal Stanley Bolen and Peggy Fleener.  He was a 1993 graduate of Danville High School.

Sam proudly served his country as a...

Carol Mae (Shull)  Thomas

Carol Mae (Shull) Thomas

Mar 1, 2023

Carol Mae Thomas, 81, of Danville, IN passed away in the early hours on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Hendricks Regional Hospital, after suffering a stroke, her family was by her side. She was born in Indianapolis on December 24, 1941, she was the child of the late Robert H. and Lillian (Keeney) Shull.

Carol grew up...

Phillip D. Wilson

Phillip D. Wilson

Mar 1, 2023

Phillip, 85, of Mooresville, IN passed away at his home, Wednesday morning with his loving family by his side. Funeral services with a celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 900 Indianapolis Road, Mooresville, IN. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the time of...

Truesdell A. Meece

Truesdell A. Meece

Feb 23, 2023

Truesdell A. Meece passed away peacefully at his home in New Winchester, Hendricks County,

Indiana on February 23, 2023. He was 100 years old.  True was born January 30, 1923 in Eli, Russell

County, Kentucky to the late Avery and Lora Effie (Foley) Meece. He was a lifelong, avid farmer who

was never...

Kelley  Renae Franklin

Kelley Renae Franklin

Jan 28, 2023

Kelley Renae Franklin, 55, of Danville, Ind. passed away on Saturday, January 28th surrounded by loved ones, as she peacefully transitioned to her heavenly life.

Kelley was born in Danville, Ind. on March 9, 1967, one of five children, the daughter of Charles and Carol (Johnson) Mayo. She grew up in Plainfield, graduating from Plainfield High School...

Bobby  Lee Benedict

Bobby Lee Benedict

Jan 19, 2023

Bobby Lee Benedict, 63, of Danville, Ind. passed away peacefully, at his home, on his birthday, Thursday, January 19, 2023. He was born in Danville, Kentucky, the son of Dean and Bonnie (Richardson) Benedict.

He attended Arsenal technical High School. He was well-versed in the construction industry, and enjoyed family and friends with a cold beer.

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Judith  A. Matthews

Judith A. Matthews

Jan 16, 2023

Judith A. Matthews, 70, of Avon passed away on January 16, 2023, at Hendricks Regional Hospital.  She was born in East Chicago, Ind. on October 26, 1952, a daughter of the late Arthur and Amy (Puskas) Sherry.  She graduated from Hammond High School in the class of 1970, and made her career as an insurance agent, first with American...

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