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Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis and surrounding areas.
Rev. Carvis Herron, Sr
Jul 19, 2016
Rev. Carvis Herron, Sr., age 77, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 .
Carvis was born in Prentiss, Mississippi to James and Mattie (Williams) Herron. He attended Prentiss Institute, Alcorn College and Crossroads Bible College.
Carvis confessed a faith in Jesus Christ as Savior at an early age at Green Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Prentiss, Mississippi.
On April 16, 1976,...
Scottie Roniel 'Scott' Joiner
Jul 19, 2016
Mr. Scottie Roniel Joiner 'Scott', age 51, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2016.
Scottie was born in Evansville, Indiana to Alexander and Dorothy Joiner. He attended Central High School in Evansville. At an early age, Scottie professed his faith and accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior under the leadership of his Aunt and Pastor, Bettie Gary of Faith Powerhouse...
Doris Mae Stevenson
Jul 18, 2016
Mrs. Doris Mae Stevenson, age 104, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2016.
Family and Friends Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 23rd, from 10 am until funeral service time of 11 am at Light of the World Christian Church, 4646 N. Michigan Rd. Interment will be in Crown Hill Cemetery.
Thomas Fred Alexander
Jul 18, 2016
Mr. Thomas Fred Alexander, age 72, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2016.
Thomas was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Thomas L. and Annie Mae Alexander. He graduated from Crispus Attucks High School and attended Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky.
Thomas was a U.S. Army Veteran who served in Vietnam and received an Honorable Discharge. He went to work at Jenn...
Day'Ron David Lamont Patrick 'Dayter' Staten
Jul 18, 2016
Mr. Day'Ron David Lamont Patrick Staten 'Dayter', age 18, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2016. Day'Ron was born to Evelyn (Staten) Tudor and Darrin Tudor in Indianapolis, IN. He dedicated his life to God and was baptized at New Westside Church. Day'Ron attended Arlington High School and later received his GED.
Day'Ron loved to play basketball ad football. 'Dayter' as...
Louise (Brit) 'Tudda' Lavant
Jul 16, 2016
Mrs. Louise (Britt) Lavant 'Tudda', passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2016.
Family and Friends Visitation will be held on Friday, July 22, 2016 from 12 Noon to 12:30 at Lavenia and Summers Home for Funerals, 5811 E. 38th Street. There will be a Graveside service at 1:00 pm at Washington Park North Cemetery.
Cora Mae 'Fast Black' Gray
Jul 15, 2016
Cora Mae Gray, affectionately known as 'Fast Black', age 68, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2016.
Cora was born in Forest, Mississippi to the late Reverend Alonzo Wright, Sr. and Missionary Mary Francis Payton-Wright. At an early age she and her family moved to Indianapolis, Indiana, here she went to IPS #12 and Harry E. Wood High School. She was...
Infant Mariyah Dickerson
Jul 14, 2016
Infant Mariyah Dickerson, passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2016.
Services, Thursday, July 21st at 12 noon at Lavenia and Summers Home for Funerals, 5811 E. 38th Street. Interment will be in New Crown Cemetery.
Matthew S. Brown
Jul 14, 2016
Mr. Matthew S. Brown, age 65, passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2016. Matthew, 'Sonny' by some and 'Donny' to his sisters , was born September 26, 1950 to Ulysses and Mildred (Spivey) Brown in Walnut Grove, Mississippi. He and his family moved to Indianapolis, Indiana when he was young. He attended IPS Schools and graduated in 1969.
Matthew worked at...
Mr. Jerry J. 'J.C.' Clay Sr.
Jul 13, 2016
Mr. Jerry J. Clay, Sr. 'J.C.', age 48, passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.
Jerry Jerone Clay, Sr. 'J.C.' was born n Indianapolis, IN to the late Bishop Arbie and Mary Clay. Jerry confessed a hope in Christ at an early age under the leadership of his father, Bishop Arbie Clay. He attended Thomas Carr Howe High School and graduated...
Gregory Roger Swanigan Jr.
Jul 11, 2016
Mr. Gregory Roger Swanigan, Jr., 'Goo', age 43, passed away on Monday, July 11, 2016.
Gregory, the son of Gregory R. Swanigan, Sr. and Augustine Swanigan, was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 22, 1972. He attended Perry Meridian High School.
Greg confessed his faith in Christ and grew up at Grace Apostolic Church under Bishop Morris E. Golder. Greg had been...
Ms. Lee Ethel Nickleson-Johnson
Jul 7, 2016
Mrs. Lee Ethel Nickleson-Johnson, age 79, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2016. She was born to Charlie Nickleson and Virginia Wesley Nickleson in Rosedale, Mississippi. She was the youngest of 9 children, at which she was affectionately known as 'Baby Sister'.
Lee attended and received her education in Rosedale, Mississippi. She professed an early love for Christ and was...
Rose J. Gee
Jul 6, 2016
Ms. Rose J. Gee, age 54, passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2016.
Family and Friends Visitation will be held on Friday, July 15, 2016 from 10am until 11am at Lavenia and Summers Home for Funerals, 5811 E. 38th Street. Funeral service will follow at 11am. Interment will be in New Crown Cemetery.
Lee Roy Banyon
Jul 6, 2016
Mr. Lee Roy Banyon, age 49 passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2016.
Family and Friends Visitation will be held on Monday, July 18, 2016 from 12 Noon until 1pm at Lavenia and Summers Home for Funerals - Chapel of Faith, 5811 E. 38th Street.. Interment will be in New Crown Cemetery.
Tequila Chyonne 'Ke Ke' Bailey-Brown
Jul 6, 2016
Ms. TeQuila Chyonne Bailey- Brown, known by most as 'Ke Ke', age 33, passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2016.
TeQuila graduated from Ben Davis High School. She was married to Jimmy Brown on Februay 14, 2011. TeQuila was a very hard worker and loved what she did. She was a member of Living Water Fellowship Church.
TeQuila's greatest joy was serving...
Gwendolyne Evans
Jul 6, 2016
Mrs. Gwendolyne Evans, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2016.
Gwendolyne Brinkley was born August 19, 1938 to the late Herley and Mattie Brinkley in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was a homemaker during her lifetime and she was loved by her family and many friends.
On July 6, 2016, Mrs. Gwendolyne Brinkley Evans departed this life. She was preceded in...
Lula Bkelley
Jul 5, 2016
Mrs.Lula B. Kelley, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2016.
Family and Friends Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 from 9am to 11am at Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, 1060 West 30th Street. Funeral service will follow at 11:00am. Interment will be in Crown Hill Cemetery.
Leroy Hill, Sr
Jul 4, 2016
Mr. Leroy Hill, Sr., age 75, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2016. Leroy was born to Edward and Lucille Hill. He graduated from Crispus Attucks High School. He was married to Earlene Hill, who preceded him in death. He worked at Chrysler Foundry for over 30 years where he later retired. He liked to spend his free time playing...
Betty M. Turentine
Jul 3, 2016
Mrs. Betty M. Turentine, age 78, of Columbia, Tennessee was born to the late Mildred S. Thomas and Charlie P. Thomas. She was married to Holy Matrimony to John W. Turentine for 25 years, and in this union there were three children.
Betty was a former member of Saint Paul AME of Columbia, Tennessee. Upon moving to Indianapolis, she became a...
Deacon Raplh Parson, Jr
Jul 3, 2016
Deacon Ralph Parson, Jr. was born in Coldwater, MS. He was the 6th child of 10 children born to Curtis Parson, Sr. and Zeonia Hill Parson. Upon moving to Indianapolis, Ralph attended and graduated from local schools.
After settling in Indianapolis, the family joined Community Baptist Church where Ralph first met his wife and constant companion of more than 50...