Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis and surrounding areas.
Jenkins Taylor Jr.
Dec 29, 2021
Jenkins Taylor Jr. was born to Evergreen and Jenkins Taylor Sr. on June 8, 1942 in Tuskegee, Alabama.
He was educated in the public schools in Macon County, Tuskegee, Alabama. Jenkins Jr. attended Tuskegee Institute High School. He accepted Christ in 1952 at Friendship Baptist Church in Tuskegee, Alabama.
He moved to Indianapolis, Indiana in 1961. Jenkins Jr. was united...
Barbara Jean "Bj" Spearman
Dec 26, 2021
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Evangelist Bertha L. Hughes
Dec 25, 2021
Evangelist Bertha L. Hughes was born October 11, 1952 in Gholson, MS to the union of Leslie Harrison and Daisy Lee Harrison of Anderson, IN.
In 2014, she received her degree in Psychology after attending online college.
She received Christ and was Baptized in the name of Jesus. Bertha became a Woman of Wisdom and a Prayer Warrior. As she...
Charles David Janzen
Dec 22, 2021
Charles David (Known as Charlie to his family) Janzen, age 58, of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday afternoon, December 22, 2021, in his home.
Charles was known for his hard work ethic, humor, and compassion. He held many jobs throughout his life, but his primary profession in carpentry allowed him to express his talent and passion for woodworking. He was a...
Deacon Fred L. Mckinney
Dec 19, 2021
Fred McKinney was born in Tallahassee, Florida and came to Indianapolis, Indiana as a very young man. Fred was a hard worker and retired with the Indiana State Police.
He was a long-time member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where he made his decision to follow Christ and faithfully served in several capacities as Deacon, an Usher, part of the...
William "Billy" Edwards
Dec 18, 2021
Mr. William Dawson Edwards, the oldest son of William and Frances Edwards, was born March 31, 1961, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
William attended Indianapolis Public Schools and he was a graduate of Crispus Attucks High School.
William, who was affectionately known as Billy, worked for Kroger grocery store for 17 years where he was loved by all. He was a reliable...
Leo Vinson
Dec 15, 2021
I am the son of the late James Willie Vinson and Callie Inez Wynn. I was born July 9, 1942 in Covington, Tennessee.
I attended Rialto Elementary School. I accepted Christ at an early age. I became a member of Stevens Chapel Baptist Church located in Covington, Tennessee. I later became a member of Greater St. Matthews located in Indianapolis,...
Carmelita Mcclury
Dec 10, 2021
Carmelita McClury born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 30th, 1958. She was loved and raised by Albert and Virginia Johnson.
Carmelita graduated from Emmerich Manual High School. She was employed with United States Post Office for over 24 years.
Carmelita enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She also enjoyed going to church, shopping, concerts/festivals, out to eat, traveling, and...
Yvonne Michelle (James) Daniels
Dec 9, 2021
Born to Matthew Caesar and Vassie (Barkley) James, Yvonne began her journey on this earth on November 18, 1964 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Yvonne, or “Bon-Bon”, confessed her belief in Jesus the Christ, as her Savior at an early age and at age 14, was baptized by Rev. Melvin Jones at the Jerriel Missionary Baptist Church in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Her brothers...
Alanah Jordan Finney
Dec 5, 2021
Alanah J. Finney, our Alanah girl, was born March 7, 1998 in Indianapolis, Indiana
She was the firstborn of Amber Norine Finney and Christopher Holt.
Alanah accepted Christ at age eleven, was baptized and became a member of
Pilgrim Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in 2009.
Alanah received her elementary education in Indianapolis Public Schools and her secondary education...