Laura Christine Flanagan passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 48. She was born on March 29 in Fairfax, Virginia, to her parents, Tom Fortner and Jonell Allen. Laura graduated from Bishop Chatard High School. She and Jason were high school sweethearts and got married on July 14, 2000. Laura worked at the Olive Garden in Castleton for 22 years, where she was beloved by both her coworkers and regular customers. Jason and Laura cherished their vacations to Orange Beach, AL, and loved spending time with their families. Laura was a sweet and kind-hearted person who always had a smile.

 She is survived by her husband, Jason; her in-laws, Tim, and Carol Flanagan; her brother-in-law, Joshua Flanagan; her nephew, Timothy Flanagan; her mother, Jonell Allen (Jim); her father, Tom Fortner; her siblings, Jon Kennedy (Tonya) and Ben Kennedy (Patti); and her nephews, Christian, Cody, and Colter.

 Visitation will be held at Flanner Buchanan-Washington Park North, 2706 Kessler Blvd West Drive, Indianapolis, IN, on Wednesday, December 11, from 4 PM to 8 PM. Funeral services will take place at the same location on Thursday, December 12, at 11 AM, with calling one hour prior to the services. Please share a memory of Laura at www.flannerbuchanan.com.

Nanci Jane (Rockwell) Likens passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday morning of November 8, 2024 at age 77, after a short stay at Franciscan Hospice House in Indianapolis, IN.

Nanci was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 1, 1947, the daughter of Harvey P. Rockwell and Alyce (Kavanagh) Rockwell.

Raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, Nanci attended St. Joan of Arc Elementary and was a graduate of Bishop Chatard High School. She received a Bachelor of Science degree from Butler University in 1969 and a Masters of Art at the University of Indianapolis in 1976. She met her husband, Carney Likens, in a photo store in 1969, married six months later and never looked back for 55 years, with the last 53 in the same home.

After raising her family for 15 years, she began her teaching career in the Perry Township Elementary Schools in 1984, until retirement in 2000. She often joked that she had the mind of a 6-year old, so that’s who she taught, first graders being her favorite. She still has adult friends who were once her students and parents of her students.

The next 20 retirement years were spent traveling with Carney to their favorite places, including Puerto Rico, New Orleans, Florida, and occasional trips to New York City as well as ocean cruises. Nanci often said they were in a “travel rut” because of the routine nature of going to the same places year after year. For example, they travelled to New Orleans and Puerto Rico for 25 consecutive years. Their special place, which they discovered on their honeymoon, was Beaver Island, Michigan, which they considered their second home, even though they only built their cabin on the lakefront 15 years ago. They also owned a small motel there for 25 years.

Nanci will be remembered and cherished as a devoted and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend to many. She never met a stranger and no stranger or friend will ever forget her.

She was a very charitable person, volunteering many years for the Indiana Repertory Theater and directing the major fund-raising project for Indiana’s first Ronald McDonal House. She also found time as caretaker for friends and family in need. Needlework was her passion for most of her life and she shared her creations with many friends and family. Beaver Island was a major outlet for her personalized embroidered needlework in recent years.

Nanci was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Peggy Rockwell, and brother, Peter Rockwell.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Carney Likens, daughter, LeighAnne Likens, son, David Likens (Cathy) and brother, Tom Rockwell (Vicky), all of Indianapolis; brother-in-law, Steven Likens (Pam) and nephews, Josh Likens and Jesse Likens of Springfield, Tennessee; her grandchildren, Madi Herrick (Noah) of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania and Shelby Likens (Coltin) of Abingdon, Virginia.

A Celebration of Life is planned for Sunday, December 8, 2024, 1:00-5:00 PM at The Rathskeller at Athenaeum, 401 East Michigan Street, Indianapolis, Indiana.

In honor of Nanci’s memory, contributions may be made to Riley Children’s Hospital or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Mary Catherine (Klee) Morrow, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born the second of four siblings to John A. and Catherine (Murphy) Klee on June 10, 1954. Mary was a graduate of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School and Bishop Chatard High School (1972), where she met the love of her life, Steve. Mary went on to become a registered nurse, graduating from St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing in Ft. Wayne, Indiana.

Mary began her nursing career working at St. Vincent Hospital, but once her children came along, she reduced her hours significantly to spend the majority of her time raising her three children – Sarah, David and Claire. Mary also worked at Visiting Nurse Service, helping distribute flu shots to those in need, and then spent the last several years of her career as a nurse for family practice physician, Dr. Alan Bercovitz.

Mary was first and foremost always dedicated to her family. She had a kind and giving soul, always putting the needs of others before her own. She was often the first person to care for family members and friends who were going through their own health battles. She also spent a large portion of her free time volunteering for several organizations, including St. Pius X Catholic School and Parish and the Cathedral Soup Kitchen.

Mary loved spending time with her family and especially adored her six grandchildren who called her “Mimi.” She was an avid walker, enjoyed antiquing and spent many hours gardening in the summer. She loved the warm weather and traveling with her husband, taking numerous trips to Perdido Key and St. Pete Beach, FL in the winter and Mackinac Island, MI in the summer. In her later years, she and Steve also enjoyed taking several cruises throughout Europe and the Caribbean.

She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Steve; children, Sarah (J.T.) Funk, David Morrow and Claire (Matt) Bastian; six grandchildren, Abby, Luke and Maddie Funk and Liv, Owen and Jacob Bastian; her mother, Catherine Murphy Klee; and siblings Tom (Steph Stokes) Klee, Charlie (Cass) Klee and Ann (John) Kartholl; brother-in-law Jeff (Maureen) Morrow and sister-in-law Carlita (William) Cook; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, John A. Klee; father-in-law, David K. Morrow; mother-in-law, Dolores Phillips; and sister-in-law, Sandra Gaines.

Visitation for Mary will be Tuesday, November 5, 2024 from 4:00-8:00pm at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. Additional visitation will begin at 10:00am on Wednesday, November 6th at St. Pius X Catholic Church followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment will then follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mary’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolences for Mary are available at www.leppertmortuary.com.

John Crockett died peacefully in his sleep on September 13, 2024. After a long and valiant fight against leukemia. Even when in pain, he always remained positive and hopeful. John was a graduate of Bishop Chatard High School and the CRAS, Tempe, AZ. He loved music, but his greatest love went to his parents, Clyde and Carol Crockett; his sister, Mary Campen (Andrew, Zach, Lauren); his longtime partner, Kelly Finke; and most of all, his devoted pup, Chewie.

Sandra Francene (Hintz) Benedict, 75, was born on October 4, 1948, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She passed away on May 6, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Roman and Helen (Wilke) Hintz. She was married to the late Allen Benedict. She graduated from St. Joan of Arc Elementary School and Bishop Chatard High School, both in Indianapolis, Indiana. She graduated from Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, in 1970, with a degree in psychology.

Mrs. Benedict worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Indiana for many years, retiring from that company. She is survived by her sister, Janet (Hintz Burns) Myers, two brothers, Thomas Hintz and Kenneth Hintz, and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service was held October 5, 2024 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 9350 E. Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46229.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to your local humane society.

Keith Edmond Jennings, 44, of Indianapolis, departed this life on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Keith was born in Indianapolis to Brian and Susan (Walsh) Jennings. He grew up on the north side and was a graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas School, Bishop Chatard High School and then earned his degree in Criminal Justice at Indiana University.

Keith was a 22 year veteran of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. He was a recipient of the IMPD Medal of Bravery in 2010. As a public servant, he was dedicated to protecting and enriching our community. He was a man of family and faith and always put the needs of others before his own. He cherished every moment of being a father, husband, son and brother to his devoted family.

Keith was a longtime member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and the Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police #86. Keith loved his family above all else – helping them gave him joy and purpose. He enjoyed playing fantasy football, watching ND, Pacers and the RedZone. He loved hosting euchre and game nights with friends and family.

Keith is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Amanda (Kiral) Jennings; beloved son, Jack Jennings; his loving mother, Susan Jennings; grateful siblings, Kelly Jennings, Michelle (Sean) Brady, Matthew (Tracy) Jennings, Kevin (Anna) Jennings and Maureen (Matt) Caruso; dear brother-in-law, Michael (Billy Jo) Kiral; dear sisters-in-law, Ann (Ron) Eich and Amy (April) Rieken; 11 nieces and nephews; one great-niece; one great-nephew and a host of old friends and fellow IMPD officers.

He was preceded in death by his father, Brian Jennings and father-in-law, Robert Kiral.

Mass of Christian Burial was Wednesday, September 25th at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Interment follows at Crown Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested in Keith’s name to Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

Online condolences available at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com

Susan Green Hall was born in Indianapolis and, except for two brief sojourns (Purdue and a marriage & motherhood in Dayton, Ohio), she lived proudly as a Hoosier. Early on, Susan taught school, worked behind the scenes in health care and ended her career life as a tech librarian at RCA/Thompson.

More importantly, her ‘career’ was that of a mother, a friend, sister, aunt, a colleague and someone who showed up whenever anyone in her circle needed anything. Anything at all.

She loved her friends, some dating back to kindergarten and others made in the past few years. She loved her neighbors and they looked out for each other like neighbors should. She had stayed in touch with her co-workers for years and they met regularly and, also, had each other’s back.

And she really loved her family. And was loved back so very much.

She showed up. Whenever a family member needed help with anything, she was there even before she was asked. She traveled the world with family looking for miracles for a nephew born with severe CP. If someone was moving residences, she was there to help pack up, organize and take charge. If someone needed assistance in other ways, she gave.

She loved family gatherings, vacations together in Florida, swimming with the newest members in tropical pools. Thanksgiving and Christmas in Oregon were especially eventful and nothing but fun and games. One of her greatest pleasures was playing Euchre with her sisters, her brother and her sister-in-law. It wasn’t so much Euchre as it was a laugh riot and gentle roast. One had to be quick on their feet to sit at that table. The laughter roared. Her recent love was the Indianapolis Colts. She went from a beginner to respected analyst in no time. She read more books than is humanly possible. And she was a Jeopardy Champion from her sofa.

Most of all, she loved her grandson, Carter. Susan would text play by play highlights from his baseball games (doubles, homers, shut out pitching) to those who had their phones turned on. Family members knew his school grades, his prom date and his search for colleges, among many other milestones. Her home was filled with framed photos of all her family members from all generations, far and wide.

She will be mourned by everyone who knew her but especially her grandson Carter and his mother Chrystal, brother George and his wife Cruz Phillips, her sister Kathy Brooks, her husband David and their children Jerry and Lily. And Stella.

Judith Ann Schulz, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away August 5, 2024. She was born December 25, 1951 in Indianapolis to the late Louis J. and June L. (Stinger) Schulz. Judy was a graduate of Bishop Chatard High School. She was employed in the sales division of RCI for over 25 years and was a longtime member of Christ the King Catholic Church.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5884 Crittenden Avenue, Indianapolis.

Judy is survived by her brothers, Louis K. Schulz and Larry L. (Sharon) Schulz; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Coburn Safe Haven Place, 604 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205.

Maryann McDaniel Sherbert, 63, of Indianapolis, departed this life on Thursday, July 18, 2024. She was born on February 6, 1961 in Indianapolis to the late Elbert Leo “Mac” McDaniel, Jr. and Joan Ries McDaniel. Maryann grew up in Indianapolis and was a graduate of St. Luke’s Catholic School and Bishop Chatard High School. Maryann was also a proud graduate of Indiana University.

Maryann was a kind, generous and thoughtful soul to all who knew her. Her smile always brightened the spirits of those she encountered, and her sense of humor is forever memorable. She made friends wherever she ventured and always put the needs of others before her own. She was happiest being with her family and friends. She loved all things IU and was an IU football season ticket holder for many years. She also loved her Indianapolis Colts, the Indianapolis 500 race with her crew, the beaches of Florida, annual trips with her “Wild Things” girls, her cats, reading a good book and walks with her husband Steve.

In addition to her parents, Maryann was also preceded in death by her beloved dog Murphy and favorite feline Reggie.

She is survived by her loving husband Steve; her beloved step daughter, Amber and her husband Lt. Col Michael Rivera; grateful siblings, Lee Ann McDaniel Yaggi, Elbert L. “Mick” McDaniel his wife Jennifer, and Steven George McDaniel; dear grandchildren, Micah, Wesley, Avery, Peyton, Leighton and Resnesmae Rivera; her loving niece and nephew, Michael and Madison McDaniel; dear brothers-in-law, James and Thomas Sherbert and a host of longtime friends.

A memorial visitation for Maryann will be held on Friday, July 26th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Leppert Mortuaries – Nora, 740 East 86th St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240, followed by a time of remembrance at 3:00 PM. A reception will follow services at Northside Events and Social Club at 2100 E. 71st Street, Indianapolis, IN 46220.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested in Maryann’s name to Rosie’s Southside Animal Shelter, 1614 W Edgewood Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46217. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leppertmortuary.com for the Sherbert and McDaniels families.

John Michael Jackson, 68, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on May 9, 2024. He was born on December 20, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents, James and Anne (Ryan) Jackson.

John had two great passions in his life: His family and Peyton Manning. John held season tickets to the Colts not only because he was a fan, but mostly because it gave him the chance to spend time with his two sons and their kids. He was a family man first and foremost and was at his absolute best with his kids and their families around.

John loved making memories and prioritized times where he could watch a movie, go on a hike, or go fishing with his wife, Sunny, their golden retriever, Buddy, and his boys John and David. John and Sunny loved to canoe in Turkey Run with their dog, Buddy. John and his sons recently went on a father-sons fishing trip in the Florida Keys and had a salty old fishing guide named Captain Johnny. That trip was the last time John and his sons were all together. On that trip, John’s son caught a 6’ tarpon and John caught multiple sharks and even held one with his bare hands in the boat. Upon completing this task his boys dubbed him John “Sharkhands” Jackson.

His sons will always remember their dad as “Sharkhands”…a dad who prioritized family, fun, and making time for memories.

John is survived by his loving wife, Rixia “Sunny” Yu; sons, David and John; his 9 grandchildren and his 4 siblings.

Lisa Golub, 60, of Noblesville, passed away on July 5, 2024 in her home surrounded by family. She was born on January 14, 1964 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Richard Donald Carlen Sr. and Joan Marie (Herrmann) Carlen. Lisa lived the duration of her life in Indianapolis. She attended Christ the King Catholic School and graduated from Bishop Chatard High School, class of 1982.

Lisa took a lot of pride in her work and had many professional accomplishments throughout her life. She spent her career as a manufacturers’ representative in the wholesale electrical sales industry and soon became a proud business owner of Energized Sales Company. She loved her work almost as much as the people it brought into her life.

She enjoyed the simple things in life like gardening, caring for her beloved pets (Charlie, Cali, and Bob), floating on the water, and sitting by the fire. She was a lover of the beach, especially in Sanibel Island, FL and Gulf Shores, AL. She cherished her time with her many close friends and family by hosting family gatherings, grabbing a bite to eat with customers or a close friend, but most importantly being “GiGi” and spoiling her grandson, Jaxson.

Lisa leaves behind to treasure her memory, her two children, Paige Golub, and Tyler Golub (Kylie); Grandson, Jaxson Golub; siblings, Linda Carlen, Kathryn Carlen Brehm (Jay), Ann Carlen Gardner, and Rich D. Carlen JR., 7 nieces and nephews, Kristin Brehm Calles (Lee), Jason Brehm (Quennie), Lauren Brehm (Fernando Dri), Peter Brehm (Shelby), Stephanie Gardner McClure (Tyler), Adam Gardner (Julie), and Clayton Gardner. She was preceded in death by her parents.

The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and doctors at IU Health Fishers Central Indiana Cancer Center, IU Health North Hospital, IU Health Home Care, and IU Health Home Hospice.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5884 N. Crittenden Avenue, Indianapolis, with visitation from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Arrangements have been entrusted to G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 5141 Madison Avenue, Indianapolis.

Matthew “Matt” Jon Bates, age 27, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on June 16, 2024. He was born on November 22, 1996, in Indianapolis to Jon and Angela Bates. Matt was a joy to be around, always eager to make you laugh.

Matt was a proud graduate of St. Matthew School, Bishop Chatard High School and Ball State University. He had an aspiring career in construction management, having worked at Miller Eads, Long Electric and Shiel Sexton.

In his free time, Matt enjoyed creek stomping with his beloved golden retriever, Sadie Girl, walking and riding along the Monon Trail and spending time with his family. More than anything, he loved watching his nephews in all their sports, never missing a game.

Matt is survived by parents, Jon and Angela Bates; sisters, Katherine O’Brien (Kevin) and Anna Tarpey (Christopher); brother, Joseph Bates; niece and nephews – John “Jack,” Luke, Connor, and Margaret O’Brien, and Joseph “JJ”, Oliver, and Henry Tarpey; grandmother, Arlene Bates, 20 aunts and uncles and 24 cousins. He is preceded in death by grandparents Elizabeth and Gerald Mattingly and Donald Bates.

Visitation and services will be held at St. Matthew Catholic Church at 4100 E. 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220, on Friday, June 21st from 4:00pm-7:00pm and a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 10:00am, followed by burial at Flanner & Buchanan Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.

Richard “Rick” Cartwright Jeter 11, 58, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away unexpectedly on January 6, 2024. Rick was born on February 24, 1965, in Indianapolis, IN, to Richard and Pamela (Stevenson) Jeter. He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his paternal grandparents, David and Roberta (Williams) Jeter, and maternal grandparents, Ben and Rosemary (Hawkins) Minor, and grandmother Thelma Lusk.

Rick’s family and friends were his first priority, and he was always there for them. He was known for his reliability and willingness to lend a helping hand. When he wasn’t spending time with loved ones, Rick could be found working on his beloved Ford Mustangs. He had a passion for both vintage and current models of the iconic car.

Rick proudly served in the Airforce and retired from his military career. He dedicated himself to his service and was well-respected among his military associations.

Rick attended Saint Thomas Aquinas for his primary schooling and later graduated from Bishop Chatard High School.

A memorial service to honor Rick’s life was held on January 19, 2024

Rick is survived by his loving wife, Leigh (Cohee) Jeter, his children Megan Jeter, Alexis Jeter, Xavier Jeter, and step-daughter Alexis Cohee, his brother Scott Jeter, Aunt Johnnie (Thompson) Manuel, a host of cousins and other relatives. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

On January 19, 2024, the world got a bit more dull, and heaven got a bit brighter, because of the untimely passing of Margaret Ellen “Peggy” O’Shaughnessy.

Peggy was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on July 15, 1964, to Patricia O’Shaughnessy, and the late Raymond O’Shaughnessy. She received her bachelor’s degree from The University of Colorado at Boulder, and her M.B.A. from The University of Texas at Austin. While an M.B.A. student, Peggy was an active member of the local Amnesty International group. This marked the beginning of a lifetime of philanthropy and volunteer work.

After finishing her M.B.A., she worked in Austin, Texas for a local businessman, and helped him pursue multiple entrepreneurial opportunities. The fall of communism in Eastern Europe beckoned her to see what she could contribute to the evolution of Eastern European communities. She moved to Prague to teach English, and this quickly evolved into supporting local businesses to implement and run western accounting systems. She spent close to a decade in the region, before embarking on a lengthy trip around the world. She eventually returned to the U.S. but continued extensive international business travel, overseeing financial operations for the international Wildlife Conservation Society, based at the Bronx Zoo in New York City.

In 2016, Peggy pursued early “retirement” and moved to Austin, Texas, adopting her beloved dog, Galapagos “G”. Peggy and G traveled all over the country together, making annual road trips in her little Prius to visit friends and family.

Besides continuing her frequent travels, Peggy served on the Board of Mar Alliance, registered hundreds of voters, and volunteered in local elections, serving as an election clerk and precinct chair with the Travis County Democrats. She also provided hundreds of rides for seniors with the organization “Drive a Senior”, and maintained countless friendships with people around the world, while continuing her business consulting services.

Peggy O’Shaughnessy lived life to the fullest, and always on her terms. She loved her friends and family fiercely, and she was always up for an adventure. The stories she told of her travels and the people that she met around the world were legendary. We cannot take possessions to heaven, but we can take memories, and Peggy created many profound memories for herself and those who loved her.

Peggy was preceded in death by her father Raymond, and her brother Tim. She is survived by her mother, Patricia, brothers, Michael (Diana), Dennis (Sue), Patrick (Katie), and sister Colleen (Tony), and many nieces and nephews, whom she loved like they were her own children. She is also survived by her beloved dog, Galapagos.

Donna Rose Nunley, 76, passed away on May 22, 2024, in her home in Indianapolis, Indiana surrounded by her family. Daughter of Rose Ellen Hurrle and William Paul Hurrle, wife to H. Burch Nunley, mother to six children Ellen (John), Mary (Josh), Emily (Joe), Abby (Anthony), H. Burch III (Danielle), and John, and grandmother to nine grandchildren Aidan, Riley, Ty, Kaison, Addison, Evie, Janice, Lyla, Xie, she will be greatly missed by her family and the many people who were privileged to be a part of her life. Donna was a teacher her entire life, and as the oldest of nine, she led a life dedicated to inspiring creativity and kindness. “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17.

Dr. Monique Marie Jones passed away on April 28, 2024, in Winston Salem, NC. She was born on February 24, 1971, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Charles and Mary Jane Jones. Dr. Jones graduated from Bishop Chatard High School. Dr. Jones attended Bennett College, North Carolina A & T (B.S.), Teacher’s License, Winston Salem University (M.A.), North Carolina (A & T) Educational Leadership, (Principal Certification), Garner-Webb University, Educational Leadership (Superintendent Certification, and E.D.D.). Throughout her career she wore a multitude of hats from literary coach to elementary and middle school teacher being awarded the innovative teaching grant. Dr. Jones was a lifelong professional educator. She had a heart of gold and was loving, compassionate, and caring.

Her services will take place on May 24, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The viewing will take place from 10:00am-12:00pm with the service starting at noon. All will take place at the Witherspoon Presbyterian Church at 3535 W. Kessler Blvd. N. Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46222. The entombment will be at Washington Park North Cemetery at 2702 Kessler Blvd. W. Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46228.

Michael “Mike” Shelley, Indianapolis, has passed away at the age of 69. Born on September 17, 1954, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the Late Al and the Late Florence Shelley, Mike lived a life full of passion, entrepreneurship, and a deep love for all things sports.

From a young age, it was clear that Mike had a competitive spirit and an unwavering dedication to achieving his goals. Graduating from Bishop Chatard High School in 1972, he made his mark as the First String Defensive Tackle on the Bishop Chatard Varsity Football team. Mike’s remarkable skills and leadership were instrumental in leading the Trojans to back-to-back championships in 1971 and 1972. His commitment to excellence earned him a full-ride scholarship to Northwood Institute in Michigan.

After completing his education, Mike embarked on an entrepreneurial journey, co-founding a family furniture business that quickly began to flourish. As a Factory Representative, he left an indelible impression on everyone he met.

While Mike found fulfillment in his career, his true joy came from his many hobbies and interests. He was an avid sports enthusiast who could always be found immersing himself in various athletic endeavors. From football to foosball, Mike had an unwavering enthusiasm for all types of sports. He especially held a deep appreciation for sports cars and was known as a connoisseur of Classic Muscle Cars, Corvettes, and Porsches. Rarely would he turn down an opportunity to exhibit his prized possessions and share stories about their history.

Mike’s love for football extended beyond watching from home; he proudly held season tickets for the Indianapolis Colts for many years. He was a regular presence at home games but also made sure not to miss any away matches either. A True Blue Colts Fan, Mike’s passion for the sport was contagious to all those around him.

Beyond his achievements in business and his love for sports, Mike will be remembered for his charismatic personality. He never met a stranger, making friends wherever he went. With his infectious energy and good humor, he made every interaction memorable. Mike was a fun-loving individual who knew how to bring laughter and joy into any situation.

Sadly, on November 29, 2023, Mike passed away in Indianapolis, Indiana after battling an extended illness. While he may no longer be with us physically, the impact he made on the lives of those fortunate enough to know him will continue to live on. His positive spirit and zest for life will forever be cherished by all who had the pleasure of crossing paths with him.

Mike is survived by his loving family: his sister Julie Shelley and brothers Jim (Trudy) Shelley. He was a dedicated uncle to his niece Sofia Shelley and nephews Ryan and Wynn Darring.

A visitation in honor of Mike’s life will be held on December 18, 2023, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at Flanner Buchanan- Oaklawn Memorial Gardens (Conner Suite), located at 9700 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46250. Following the visitation, a memorial service will commence at 12:00 pm at the same location.

As we bid farewell to our beloved friend Michael “Mike” Shelley, let us hold onto the memories that make us smile. Though he may be gone, his legacy lives on in the hearts of those whose lives he touched. From www.flannerbuchanan.com/obituaries/michael-shelley

Frances A. Ryan, 75, of Indianapolis passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. She was born on October 29th, 1948, to the late John E. Monaghan and Audrey R. Monaghan. Fran graduated from Bishop Chatard High School in 1966. Fran married Gerald (Jerry) L. Ryan on September 5th, 1970.

Fran fostered dozens of infants through St. Elizabeth adoption agency. She worked in the St. Lawrence Parish Religious Education office for more than 10 years and worked as a bus driver at MSD Washington Township for over 20 years. Fran enjoyed weekend travels, games, adventures with friends, and welcomed every opportunity to host holiday and family celebrations.

In addition to her parents, Fran was preceded in death by sister Catherine M. Bailey, brothers, Patrick J. Monaghan, Michael E. Monaghan, and Timothy J. Monaghan. Survivors include husband Gerald (Jerry) L. Ryan, children Cynthia R. L. Fletcher (Kyle), Christopher D. Ryan (Kyla), Patrick J. Ryan (Melissa), brother Stephen F. Monaghan (Stephanie), six grandchildren, many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Elizabeth Coleman Pregnancy & Adoption Services, 3388 Founders Rd. Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

Visitation will be from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 9, 2024, followed by funeral mass at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4217 Central Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46205.

Catherine M Bailey, 73, of Indianapolis passed away Sunday, December 24, 2023. She was born in Indianapolis on June 21st, 1950 to John E Monaghan and Audrey R Monaghan. Catherine graduated from Chatard High School in 1968. Catherine attended Ball State University, and enjoyed a 30 + year career with Indiana Bell.

Catherine enjoyed playing bridge, traveling, (Las Vegas) and watching all of her great nephews and nieces. Catherine was known as the Baby Whisperer among her family and friends. If there was a gathering, and a baby was available, we all knew Aunt Catherine would be holding and nurturing the baby.

Catherine was preceded in death by father John E Monaghan, mother Audrey R Monaghan, three brothers, Patrick J Monaghan, Michael E Monaghan, and Timothy J Monaghan. Survivors include Son Brian Monaghan, sister Frances Monaghan Ryan (Jerry), and brother Stephen F Monaghan (Stephanie), as well as 11 nieces and nephews, and 14 great nieces and nephews.  

Peggy Rebecca (Poynter) Phillips, age 67, of Greenfield, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2023 at her home. She was born in Fort Wayne on February 13, 1956 to Wm. Harry Poynter and Helen Rosella (Chomey) Poynter. She graduated from Chatard High School in Indianapolis with the class of 1974. On October 24, 2009, Peggy married Steven Kent Phillips in Greenfield.

She worked in Fort Wayne as a maintenance supervisor at Container Corporation for 20 years. When she moved to Indianapolis, she worked at Title Inc./ Enterprise Title. She was a member at Park Chapel Christian Church, where she taught Sunday School, and was a member of the Unraveled Club – sewing group. Peggy enjoyed spending time in Bible study, helping others, sewing and fixing things. She loved being an aunt and cherished time spent with her family.

Peggy is survived by her loving husband, Steven of Greenfield; stepdaughters, Jacqueline Marie (Jareb) Youngstafel of Greenfield and Carolyn Nicole Boulton of Greenfield; sister, Patricia J. Keen of Indianapolis; sisters-in-law, Mary Annette Poynter of Fishers, Karen Poynter of Indianapolis, and Amy Shaw of Batesville; as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Helen; and brothers, Richard L., Thomas M., and James J. Poynter.
Services was held at Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory, 1484 W. US Hwy. 40, Greenfield, IN 46140 on Thursday, January 4, 2024.

Because of Peggy’s love for cats, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made by mail to the Hancock County Humane Society, 214 E Main St, Greenfield, IN 46140 or Park Chapel, 1176 E McKenzie Rd, Greenfield, IN 46140.

Albert C. Fritz II, age 74, peacefully passed away on January 31, 2024 in Northport, Florida. Born on January 19, 1950 in Indianapolis, IN, he was beloved son of Kennard A Fritz and Mary Jo Zimmerlund.

Albert attended St. Joan of Arc grade school in Indianapolis. He then went on to Chatard High School, where he excelled in football, receiving numerous honors. He was named Chatard’s All-City, All Conference and All Catholic teams. His outstanding athleticism led him to be one of the first inductees into Chatard’s Athletic Hall of Fame. In recognition of his talent and dedication, he was awarded the MVP of Chatard’s football team. Albert’s football prowess earned him a scholarship to Butler University, where he graduated in 1972 with a Bachelor of Science degree.

After completing his education, Albert embarked a successful career with Colibri Group, a prominent jewelry manufacturer based in Providence, Rhode Island. Through his hard work and determination, he quickly rose through the ranks to become the youngest Vice President of Sales for major accounts. His territory spanned the US and across many countries, including Bermuda and the Caribbean. After dedicating thirty years to Colibri Group, Albert retired, he was honored at an awards dinner in Gillette Stadium as his company’s only “Most Valuable Player” in history. Retirement allowed Albert to enjoy his lake and beach seasonal residences, in Monticello, Indiana and Clearwater Beach, Florida.

Albert was known for his loyalty to his colleagues and friends, he believed in the power of loyalty to build strong connection and create a sense of unity. He loyalty was a testament of his character and will forever be remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy of determination, athletic prowess, loyalty and love for his family and friends will forever be cherished.

Albert is survived by his partner Nelli Hill; his four children, Amy (Tom) Kaminski, Ashley (Kipp) Schulties, Albert Fritz III, Andrew Fritz; sister Jackie Jones; brother Randy Fritz. He was blessed with seven grandchildren, Elliana, Carter, Ava, Kolton, Alexandra, Gabriella, and Kane. Albert is preceded in death by his parents Albert C. Fritz and Mary Jo Zimmerlund. He will be buried next to his father at Crown Hill Cemetery.

In Lieu of Flowers donations for the Chatard High School Athletic Scholarship Fund and the Butler University Athletic Scholarship Fund

A visitation for Albert will be held Wednesday, February 14, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary, 2126 E 71st St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46220. A visitation will occur Thursday, February 15, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis, Indiana 46205. A mass of christian burial will occur Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:00 AM at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis, Indiana 46205.

Albert will be laid to rest in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana. A Gathering of Family and Friends from 2pm to 5pm at the Northside Knights of Columbus Hall at 71st and Keystone.

John V. “Vincent” Larson, Jr., 65, of Indianapolis, passed away February 12, 2024. He was born June 28, 1958 in Indianapolis to the late John V., Sr. and Barbara R. (Ludwig) Larson. Vince married Michelle Ann Uban June 19, 1987 and was employed with Scott’s Lawn Care for 20 years, retiring as a Regional Sales Manager. Most recently, Vince was employed with the Department of Work Force Development for the State of Indiana. Vince was a former CYO Adult Volunteer and Coach for many years and was an American Red Cross Award recipient.

Visitation will be Friday, February 16, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville Road, Fishers, with funeral services there Saturday at 11:00 a.m.

Vince is survived by his loving wife of nearly 37 years, Michelle A. Uban Larson; son, Andrew J. Larson; daughter, Taylor N. Larson; brother, Daniel J. Larson (Mary); sister, Leanne Larson; and nephews, Thomas D. Larson and Clayton M. Larson; and niece, Delaney F. Stacy.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Indianapolis, 7929 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

Ame’ Marie (Retterer) Alerding passed away peacefully on January 31, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born the youngest of four girls to Richard E. and Ellen M. Retterer on August 25, 1959. After attending IPS School #84 her family moved to Bloomington, Indiana where she graduated from Bloomington South High School in 1977.

In 1979 Ame’ began working in the Trust Department at American Fletcher National Bank in Indianapolis where she met her future husband Joe. After spending several years in the banking industry she transitioned to the brokerage business when she joined Shearson Lehman Brothers as an Executive Assistant. Following her time in financial services she began a long career working in a variety of assistant administrative positions at St. Matthew Catholic School, Indianapolis, North Elementary School, Noblesville, IN and for 16 years as a Campus Ministry associate and more recently the Registrar and Guidance assistant at Bishop Chatard High School in Indianapolis.

Ame’ enjoyed spending time with her family, planning for and enjoying Christmas and Easter, gardening and hanging out on weekends and summers at Lake Santee. She also had a deep affection for horses starting at a young age having had her own horse and an offspring. Ame’ was drawn to her dedication to schools by her love for children. She was known to many students as their “School Mom”. She was blessed with four wonderful children of her own and ten loving grandchildren. She loved each and every one of them unconditionally, and they in turn loved their Mimi.

Ame’ was pre-deceased by her parents and is survived by her husband Joe, children Joe Alerding, Jr. (Caitlin), Tom Alerding (Songwah), Ellen Kennedy (Bill) and Rob Alerding, sisters Pam Waymouth (Bob), Kim Retterer, Julie Retterer and grandchildren Graeme, Owen, Joey and Erin Alerding, Kate, Grace, Luke and Claire Kennedy, Ayden and Ame Jane Alerding.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bishop Chatard High School, 5885 Crittenden Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220.

Matthew Hurley, 37, of Tippecanoe passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 22, 2023 in South Bend.

Born on March 5, 1986 in Indianapolis, he was the son of the late Robert “Pete” A. and Nedra J. (Hunter) Hurley III.

He was a 2004 Bishop Chatard High School in Indianapolis. He was also an Eagle Scout. He was married on July 31, 2021 to Jessica Butler, she survives. Matthew was a huge Pacer and I.U. fan and avid gamer.

Survivors include his wife, Jessica Hurley of Tippecanoe, brother, Robert “PJ” Hurley IV (Andrea) of Greenwood, mother-in-law, Janet Butler of Island Lake, IL., brother-in-law, Matthew Butler (Deirdre) of Wheaton, IL., aunts and uncles, Donna and Steve Rude, Cynthia and Larry Biggs, Phil and Cherlyn Hunter and Tom and Joy Troutman, nieces and nephews, Isabel Hurley, Olivia Hurley, Devjon Pearson, Jordan Pearson, Aubrey Butler and Rhys Butler.

He was also preceded in death by grandmother, Jeanette Hunter with whom he was very close and father-in-law, Patrick Butler.

Services were January 8, 2024 at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Metzger Chapel, 123 E. Main St., Kewanna. Burial was at Citizens IOOF Cemetery in Kewanna. Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with funeral expenses.

Matt’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com

Carolyn Marie Legg, 35, of Muncie, entered into heaven after a tragic car accident on November 11, 2023.

She grew up in Fishers, Indiana and graduated from Bishop Chatard High School. Carolyn went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree from Ball State University.

Carolyn is survived by her parents, Donna and Bill Legg of South Bend; grandfather, Allan Legg of Richmond; brother, Brian (Monica) Legg of South Bend; niece, Mila King of South Bend and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Anthony and Mary Cucinelli of Fort Wayne, and Carol Legg of Richmond.

Carolyn was known for her smile and care for others. She had a huge heart and cared deeply for the people around her. Throughout her life, Carolyn was passionate about volunteering and helping people in need. She was a campaign volunteer for the Delaware County Republican Party, as well as a volunteer at Urban Light Community Church.

Contributions may be made to Urban Light Community Church in Muncie.

Paul William Krier, 51, a lifelong Indianapolis resident, passed away November 5, 2023. He will be remembered for his ability to help others celebrate life, whether he was singing and strumming his guitar for them or scoring touchdowns for Bishop Chatard High School and later for the Kokomo Mustangs, the semi-pro team for which he played.

According to Amy Kistler Krier, whom Paul married in 1998, “He was always there for people. It made his day to make them smile.”

Paul also loved it when others made him smile, such as when he asked Amy’s father for permission to marry Amy. As she recalls, Paul was deeply relieved when he heard the reply: “Yes! It’s about time, stoop!”

Paul was born to Jackie Prange Krier and William Joseph Krier on January 31, 1972. He attended Immaculate Heart of Mary and Christ the King grade schools, was graduated from Bishop Chatard High School and attended Indiana University. He was both a Cub Scout and a Boy Scout, achieving the rank of Life Scout.

Paul was known for cherishing his friends and typically greeting them with one of two nicknames: “Monk,” (“What’s up, Monk?”) or “Kiddo” (“How ya doin’, Kiddo?”). His cousin, Matt Krier, one of the Monks, recalls that Paul would toss in humor wherever he could, playing his guitar, dealing cards for games of Showdown and more: “He would make people laugh showing them his oddly shaped elbow.”

In addition, Matt and his wife Molly Kartholl Krier credit Paul with helping them to launch their relationship. Says Matt, “When Molly and I first started dating I invited her to a party at a friend’s house. She was hesitant to go as she was going to Aruba the next morning with her family, but went to the party for a moment, stopped and thought about going home. Then she met Paul. He played the Beach Boys song ‘Kokomo’ and sang, ‘Aruba, Jamaica, you know I wanna take ya’ while he was looking at Molly. She said she couldn’t have felt more welcomed or picked a better friend group.”

Paul’s welcoming ways were standard throughout his life. As his cousin, Theresa Krier Fleck, one of the Kiddos, puts it, “It was remarkable how kind he always was. I never heard an unkind word from Paul. Ever.”

Paul is survived by his wife, Amy Kistler Krier; mother, Jackie Prange Krier; father, William Joseph Krier; sisters, Jennifer Krier & Michelle Krier Greer; brother-in-law, David Greer; niece, Kaylee Greer; uncles, Larry (Chris) Prange, George (Connie) Krier, John (Kim) Krier Tom (Pam) Krier; aunts, Beth Ann Krier, Mary Krier (Bryan) Clayton, Annie Krier-Drake, Suzanne Hewitt, Carolyn Friedman; legions of cousins and tons of Monks and Kiddos. Paul was preceded in death by his uncles, Joe Krier, Jim Krier, & Paul Prange, Jr. ; aunt, Barb Krier; cousin, Michael Krier.

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James Jeffrey “Jeff” Keen, beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away in his home on December 1, 2021 at the age of 67.

Jeff was born in Ft. Wayne, IN, on September 2, 1954, to James and June Keen (née Archer). He attended St. Joan of Arc for grade school, graduated from Bishop Chatard High School in Indianapolis in 1973, and continued his education at ITT Technical Institute. He retired from RCA Corporation (Thompson). He was married to Patricia Keen (née Poynter) from June 7, 1975 to 2006 during which time they welcomed three children: Chris, Jennifer, and Matthew.

Jeff is survived by his three children, Chris (Stephanie) Keen, Jennifer (Jr.) Anderson, and Matthew (Fae Ehsan) Keen; his grandchildren, Brook, Austin, Demery, and Oscar; his mother, June Keen (née Archer); his sisters, Carolyn Kurek, Marsha Salvage, and Bethann (Robert) Hammond; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended friends and family. He was preceded in death by his father, James Chester Keen, and his best canine friend, Taylor Keen.

A talented athlete in his youth, throughout life Jeff acquired a skill for darts, enjoyed bowling and golfing, watching “Jeopardy,” and was an avid Indiana sports fan. Most of all he just wanted to watch golf on Sundays and spend time with his family.

In lieu of flowers and cards, financial donations may be made to the food pantry at Old Bethel Church at 8032 East 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN.

After a 16-year battle with cancer, Courtney Bayse Ercan passed on September 21, 2023. She was born to her surviving parents, David and Catharine Stout Bayse. She graduated from Christ the King School, Bishop Chatard High School, and Butler University. She completed her education with a Masters degree from the University of New Hampshire where she met her husband, Tolga Ercan, son of Yücel and Meral Ercan.

To know Courtney was to love her. She always showed a sincere interest in everyone she knew and encountered throughout life. She was an optimist who viewed the world as a “glass half- full” and filled her shortened life with memorable experiences.

Her life may best be summed up by the Ercan Family Rules posted on the family refrigerator: 1. Know God; 2. Family first; 3. Work hard – nothing is ever free; 4. Tell the truth – without truth you are nothing; 5. Be kind – people matter.

Courtney’s passion for life was being a mom, traveling, playing tennis, solving crosswords and trivia puzzles, and indulging in chocolate. She is survived by her husband, Tolga; children Sam, Leyla, and Nesli; her parents and in-laws; her sisters, Helen (Mike) Workman and Anne Proctor; six nieces and nephews; and her sister and brother in-law, Bilge and Serhan Tuncer.

There will be a “kid friendly” Celebration of Courtney’s Life on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Woodstock Country Club, 1301 W. 38th St. Indianapolis, IN 46208. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad, IN 47577.

Leppert Mortuary – Nora Chapel assisting with arrangements. To share a memory and make a contribution please visit www.leppertmortuary.com.

Information will be posted as it becomes available.

Michael Alan Theising, 70, died at home on September 10, 2023. Mike was born November 28, 1952, to Gregory B. and Ann E. Theising. He graduated from Chatard High School in 1970 and received a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Purdue College. After a brief career with Anaconda Wire, Mike suffered a spinal cord injury and became physically challenged.

Mike married Brenda Eaton and had a daughter Heather (David) Douglas and two grandchildren, Lacey and Colt. Mike is survived by his brother Marc (Joyce) Theising, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Mike enjoyed life and its challenges and managed to help others less fortunate. He was a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus and a long-time parishioner of St. Pius X Church.

Much appreciation goes to Unconditional Love Caregivers, Tammy Davis, Tammie Cooper, and Paul O’Donnell.

Visitation will be held Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, from 10am-11am at St. Pius X Church, Indianapolis, with service following. Burial will be at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.

Information will be posted as it becomes available.

Information will be posted as it becomes available.

Information will be posted as it becomes available.

Mark Bunny passed from this world in August 2023. Information will be posted as it becomes available.

Donn Michael Scotten, 74, BCHS Class of 1968, Indianapolis, passed peacefully May 31 at home with his beloved wife, Chris.

Donn was a Professional Land Surveyor and was a founding partner of Certified Engineering before launching his own Indianapolis business, Benchmark Surveying. Most recently, he had served as Director of Surveying for Axis Surveying.

He was a graduate of Purdue University, where he acquired an Associate’s Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology before confronting a difficult job market in the aviation industry of the 1970’s. As the son of a Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor, Donn returned to Purdue and earned a Schools of Engineering Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying.

Donn met Chris at Bishop Chatard High School, where they were high school sweethearts. They were married 51 years, and their union was blessed throughout by the close-knit nature of their extended family.

Dubbed “Uncle Fun” by his nieces and nephews, Donn always turned their extended family gatherings, trips and vacations into adventures with thoughtful and generous contributions designed to make sure everyone had a good time. Not one to spare an expense when family fun was at stake, he once bought a boat during a group vacation to Lake Wawasee after his own boat broke down and emergency repairs were unavailable.

Donn was an avid golfer who enjoyed countless outings with like-minded friends and family. He was especially fond of his regular brothers-in-law-only weekends that featured golf as the highlight of their fun-filled recreation.

One of Donn’s favorite pastimes was tinkering in his garage under the close supervision of his three dogs, Bell, Spike and Quinn. He was meticulous in his work with his precious tools and equipment, and he was a perfectionist when it came to his many projects, sometimes to the dismay of wife Chris, who always gave him a deadline. Donn was never in a hurry; he was certainly blessed with the gift of patience.

Donn could also be counted on to lend a helping hand with others’ projects. From airplanes and cars to home maintenance and all things in between, he loved sharing his knowledge and always had the right tool for the job or knew where to get it.

Donn was born May 25, 1949 to the late Elvan F. and Katherine R. Scotten. Survivors include: spouse Christine Hurrle Scotten; children Eric M. Scotten (Alyssa), Suzanne C. Platt (Andrew), Stephanie A. Gallagher (Colin); grandchildren Oliver, Elliot, Owen, Charlotte, Fletcher, Everett, Graham; siblings Christine Bordenet (Daniel) and Daniel Scotten (Susie).

Memorial contributions may be made in honor of Donn Scotten to Christ the King Catholic Church, 5884 Crittenden Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220 or the Indiana Society of Professional Land Surveyors – ISPLS Foundation General Fund, 3502 Woodview Trace, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46268

Paul Richard, Indianapolis, father of Maryann (Richard) Gaines, BCHS Class of 1990, peacefully passed away on July 29, 2023 at the age of 77 with his family at his side. Paul was born and grew up in
Worcester, MA.

Paul spent his entire career in the museum field after graduating with a masters degree from the Cooperstown Museum Studies Program, Cooperstown, NY. Prior to pursuing his education, Paul served with the US Army and was a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne. Paul spent many happy and creative years at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis as the Executive Vice President before leaving to start his own consulting business, Small Exhibits.

After retirement Paul passionately dedicated his time and talent to helping veterans through the arts. Among his many interests and hobbies were traveling, gardening, writing poetry, making furniture and being a beekeeper. Paul’s deep love for family and his faith was an essential part of his being. Paul’s deep curiosity and knowledge of the natural world were inspiring to his family, friends and colleagues.

Ever the romantic, he and his wife Camille were married in Vienna, Austria in 1988 and that was the first of their many adventures around the world. In addition to Camille, Paul is survived by son Joshua (Nichole), daughters Stephanie (Stephen) Stratigakis and Maryann Gaines as well as six grandchildren and one great grandchild. He is also survived by his sister Jilda St. Martin, sister-in-law Martina Richard, numerous nieces and nephews and his mischievous Airedale, Woodrow.

A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in Paul’s memory can be made to support the ArtTroop program at the Indianapolis Art Center, 820 E. 67th Street, Indianapolis 46220. The family asks that when in nature you look up to the heavens and say hello to our dear husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

Sharon Marie Wagner, age 65, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2023. Sharon was born February 6, 1958 in Indianapolis to Paul “Dick” and Mary Agnes (O’Brian) Wagner. Sharon attended St. Pius X grade school and graduated from Bishop Chatard High School in 1976. After high school, she earned her Associate’s Degree from Purdue University. Sharon worked for Speedway Motel for many years. She went on to work for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis for 23 years, beginning at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, and then 19 years as Business Manager for St. Pius X Parish. Sharon was known for her willingness to work long and hard to meet the needs of the parish family and the greater community.

Sharon is survived by her son, Chris Wagner; siblings, Mike (Michele) Wagner, John (Regina) Wagner, Mark (the late Julie) Wagner, Deacon Rick (Carol) Wagner and Steve (Angela) Wagner; stepmother, Donna Wagner and additional siblings, Mark (James) Crayton and Cathy (Jim) Fiala. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Paul “Dick” Wagner and Mary Agnes (O’Brian) Wagner.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to IndyHumane, 7929 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

Kristen Renee Allen, beloved daughter of Faith Eckert Allen and the late Thomas Allen, passed away on May 24, 2023 at the age of 38. Kristen was born in Indianapolis, attended Chatard High School and traveled to France with the I.U. Honors Program. She graduated from DePauw University with a double major in Computer Science and English Literature. While at DePauw she was a member of the Information & Technology Associates Program and the Delta Zeta Sorority. Kristen was a software developer for numerous companies in Indianapolis and the surrounding area. She was also a “master box lunch maker” for Jug’s Catering during the race months.

Kristen will always be remembered for her big heart and giving nature. Her dear friend Ben wrote, “her ideal day would have been a gentle rain, snuggled under a blanket with one of her pets, with a good book and a cup of tea. She had a bright smile, shining eyes and a big hug that let you know she was always glad to see you. She was kind, to a fault. She didn’t have many friends but the ones she did have she would fight tooth and nail to keep safe.”

We find comfort in knowing that Kristen is now safe in heaven with her father, Thom, her grandfather, Charles “Jug” Eckert, and uncles, Sam Eckert and Ron Allen. She is survived by her mother, grandmother, Beatrice Eckert Deitchman and husband Dick Deitchman, numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, along with her very good friends.

A memorial service will be held at an undetermined date for family and friends at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Cemetery in Indianapolis. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Kristen’s name to Coburn Place Safe Haven, 604 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, IN or to your favorite animal shelter.

A special thanks goes to all of Kristen’s cherished family and friends for their wonderful support during this difficult and tragic time.

Kelly Elizabeth Funk, age 42, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2023.
She attended St. Luke Grade School and was involved in CYO sports, namely volleyball and basketball. Additionally, she was a Brownie Scout. During grade school she studied ballet at the Jordan School of Dance at Butler University. Later, she studied piano and flute at the Butler School of Arts.

Kelly graduated with honors from Bishop Chatard High School. She was a member of both the swim and soccer teams. She was on the first Women’s soccer team of the school. During her high school years, she was selected as a delegate to the National Leadership Conference held in Washington, D.C., between her junior and senior years. She also participated in the school production of Little Orphan Annie.

Kelly enrolled at Loyola University in Chicago to begin her college career. Following her first year, she elected to return to Indianapolis to attend IU-PUI. The only request was that she could live in an apartment on the canal in downtown Indianapolis where she lived for three years while a student. Kelly was on the Dean’s List for academics in the Sociology Department and graduated with honors from Indiana University. During her school years, she worked as a volunteer at the Indiana Girls School working with young women, helping to consider different choices in their life.

During a family holiday trip to St. Thomas, USVI, Kelly found her first dream job. She moved to the island and worked as a first mate on a boat doing day snorkel trips. She taught guests snorkeling and assisted in operating the boat. After about 15 months, island life was wearing on her and she returned to Indianapolis.

Upon returning, she worked in a law firm handling filings, and later worked at Crossroad Services. She met John Ferree and in 2007, and they were married in Danville, Indiana. Kelly and John were organic farmers and sold their product at a number of farmers markets and to local restaurants. Kelly had found her second dream job. They were selected by the local “Slow Food” organization to attend an international meeting in Italy in 2008.

On July 10, 2010, while working in one of their fields, Kelly was struck by lightning and was totally incapacitated as a result. Following the injury, Kelly resided in several assisted living facilities, lastly Carmel Health and Living Community.

Kelly is survived by her parents, James W., and Janis Funk of Indianapolis, her daughter Senka Ferree, and brother Christopher (Molly) Funk.

You are invited to visit the website www.leppertmortuary.com to share a personal memory of Kelly. You may also arrange a memorial contribution to Gibault Children’s Service, 6401 US Highway 41 South, Terre Haute, Indiana 47802, in Kelly’s name, or, you may consider a contribution to your local food bank as a memorial to Kelly, in lieu of flowers.

Errick Michael Freeman passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2023 and his family and friends are devastated and saddened by this tragic loss. He passed away at the young age of 40. in Boynton Beach, FL where he lived since 2020.

Errick was born April 11, 1983, in Columbus, IN to Mark and Debbie Freeman. His mother, Debbie, survives. He is also survived by his grandmother Kathleen Freeman of Shelbyville, IN). He is also survived by his Aunt Theresa Freeman-Griffin (Frank), Paul Freeman (Valerie) and Phil Freeman all of Shelbyville, IN and his Aunt Janie of Jacksonville, FL and his many friends and cousins who love him more than words can express.

He is preceded in death by his father Mark, his brother Matthew, Grandfather John Freeman, Grandparents Leonard and Christine Burton Aunt Kathy Smith, Uncle Jim Smith and Uncle Rick Smith (who he was named after).

He attended elementary school at St Joe, Shelbyville, IN, graduated high school from Bishop Chatard, Indianapolis, IN, graduated college from the Culinary Institute of America (2005) in Hyde Park, NY and earned his Court of Master Sommeliers in 2004.

While he was in high school, he loved marching band and competitions. He marched in the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2001. He was a member of the Indiana Youth Jazz Ensemble, won a Prelude Award at the Children’s Museum and loved to golf, go to concerts, play music on his Saxophone and have fun with his friends. Once he graduated high school, he followed his love for food creations and enrolled in the Culinary Institute of America.

Errick’s resume is quite impressive since he graduated from the CIA. His culinary degree took him to restaurants in New York, California, Indiana, and Florida and he was a private chef. While in Boynton Beach he worked most recently as a Restaurant Manager at Martini’s until they closed and before his passing was employed by Winston Trails Country Club. His words of wisdom regarding his love for cooking was “There’s more in the world than cooking; but, nothing like cooking to take you around the world”.

Anyone that knew Errick, knew that he was a kind, gentle, fun loving, hard-working, loyal man who had an immense passion for the restaurant industry and was always a source of positivity. Errick always had a smile on his face. He was a happy person and loved to have fun. We’ve lost a shining light in our lives and will miss his calls, text messages and emails.

Errick will forever be remembered and loved by his family and friends.

Information will be posted as it becomes available.

Information will be posted as it becomes available.

John (Zig) William Leach, 68, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2023.

Zig was born on September 10, 1954 to Robert Paul Leach and Ruth Ann Cox in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Zig attended Speedway High School then went onto graduate from Bishop Chatard High School, he went on to further his education at several universities, studying Business at Indiana University, University of Miami, and Samford University studying law. After college, his education afforded him to work for companies such as Toshiba, IBM and the Indiana Pacers.

Zig is survived by his son Robert Paul Leach II, who he loved to watch play basketball and was the center of his world.

Stephen (Steve) Karl Stipher passed away in Mission Viejo, CA on Tuesday March 7, 2023 at 75 years old. Steve was born on July 25, 1947 in Indianapolis, IN to Karl and Jean Stipher.

He grew up in Indianapolis where he graduated from Bishop Chatard High School, playing several sports. After graduation, he attended Indiana University where he earned a B.A. in Economics and Marketing. After graduation, Steve was listed in the Army Reserves where he was stationed at Fort Polk, Louisiana and trained as a combat medic.

For 18 months, Steve was in the Army Reserves and was honorably discharged. After the Army, Steve worked for 3M, starting his sales career, which would span over 50 years.

While building his sales career, Steve and Ann married in April 1972. Steve and Ann left the Midwest and headed West for better business opportunities. They lived in Arizona, Nevada, and California. Steve spent the majority of his life, almost 40 years, in Mission Viejo, CA.

Steve was widowed by Ann after 44 years of marriage and remarried to Elaine Holroyd in 2019. Steve was a kind, loving and hardworking individual that brought out the best of everyone he met. Steve will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Steve is survived by his wife, Elaine Holroyd of Mission Viejo. His 3 children, Jason Stipher, his wife Beth Stipher and their 2 children Luka and Finley of Laguna Niguel, CA. Amy Loros, her husband Dave Loros and their 2 children Lilly and Olivia of Costa Mesa, CA. And Ryan Stipher, his wife Rae Stipher of Las Vegas, NV. Jeff Holroyd, his wife Kristine Holroyd and their 6 children Jillian, Tatym, Finlee, Kasen, Cora, and Shay of Celina, TX. Eleyce Winn and her husband Kenny Winn of Danbury, CT. Steve’s siblings include Richard Stipher of Sycamore, IL and Karen Stipher of Indianapolis, IN.

Steven Tolve Laurenzana, a beloved son, father, and friend, passed away on April 3rd, 2023, at the age of 51 due to natural causes. He was born on December 29, 1971, in Indianapolis, and grew up in Broad Ripple. Throughout his life, he continued to live and work in Indianapolis.

Steve was a man of many passions and hobbies, which included spending time with his children, attending concerts, playing the daily lottery, bowling, camping, and watching the latest episodes of Stranger Things. He was an avid fisherman, sometimes Steve would stop before his shift at the pond near his work to cast a line, enjoy the solitude, and maybe catch a bite.

Steve was a simple man who lived life to the fullest and cherished every moment with his family and friends. He will be remembered for his kind heart and his love for those around him. His loss will be deeply felt by those who knew him.

Steve is survived by his wife, Bobbie-jo; his two children, Lilly-Mae and Landon; and step-children, Marissa and Alex Garrod. He also leaves behind his parents, Tony and Sue Laurenzana; and his sister, Jennifer Eve.

Steve was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Melba Stone; uncles, Dan Conner and Hank Stone. May he rest in peace, and may his family find comfort in the memories they shared with him.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made online to help with future expenses for his children. Go Fund Me – Steve Laurenzana

Ralph Thomas Hatcher, 38, born April 17th, 1984, to Sue Anne (Lex) and Ralph Eugene Hatcher, passed away suddenly after a brief illness the afternoon of December 28, 2022. Thomas, or “Baby,” as his biological and military families called him, was a proud Marine, father, son, and brother. Thomas graduated from Bishop Chatard High School in 2002 and enlisted with the Marine Corps in 2006.

Thomas served as a Combat Engineer, a Rifle Expert, in the Marine Corps until 2012, during which time he was deployed to Iraq. He also completed missions and training in Mozambique, London, and the Dominican Republic. Thomas was a fierce Patriot – fearless and convicted in his beliefs of God and country.

Thomas was a natural guardian. A protector. Strong, determined, gentle, and complex. He was a jack-of-all-trades. If ever you were in need, Thomas would be the first one to show up and help with a Jeep full of tools and his hair freshly faded. He was humble, quiet, and knew how to love in a way most never learn.

Thomas found his calling and source of true happiness as a father. His pride rested in his four surviving children, Tyler, Teagan, Tatum, and Rafe Hatcher.

Thomas is preceded in death by his grandparents, John & Theresa Lex and Ralph & Anna Hatcher, and by his father, Ralph Eugene Hatcher, MD. He is survived by his mother, Sue Lex Hatcher, his brother, Wesley (Camille) Hatcher, sisters Catherine (Adam) Walden and Colleen (Justin) Groves. He leaves behind the love of his life, Candace Ryall, ten nieces and nephews, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Too many to name, Thomas is also survived by his many Marine Corps brothers.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hope for the Warriors and the Resilient Warrior Program, MSC 7613, PO Box 415000, Nashville, TN 37241. Please make note that it is in memory of Thomas Hatcher.

Denise Ann (Barrett) Tobin, 63, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2022.

Denise was born on July 3, 1959, in Indianapolis, IN. She attended St. Pius X Catholic School and Bishop Chatard High School. In her youth, she was an avid swimmer and diver; she received many awards and was featured in local news articles as a competitive, champion athlete. As a young adult, she married Michael Tobin, her husband of 42 years, on June 14, 1980, at St. Pius X Catholic Church. They raised their three children near the eastside of Indianapolis, IN, and attended Holy Cross Church. She became profoundly involved in the athletic program at Holy Cross School, as a volleyball and kickball coach, and CYO Director (1988 – 2004). In recognition of her volunteerism and to honor her years of service, she was the recipient of the “Monsignor Albert Busald Award” in 1995, “St. John Bosco Medal” in 2004, and “Thank A Coach” in 2022. Over the years, she would receive countless messages from women expressing their gratitude for her endless care and compassion and her impactful contributions as a coach.

She will be remembered as a caregiver to her parents, a committed and devoted wife to her adoring husband, a selfless and heroic mother, a sassy and trustworthy mother-in-law, a generous and influential grandmother (aka Gigi), a loving and faithful friend, an unconditional and spirited sister, and a mentor to young female athletes. Most of all, she was a brave and courageous woman with extraordinary strength and determination.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Barrett; father, William Barrett Jr.; sister, Debra Barrett; mother-in-law, Patricia Schneider; and father-in-law, Mathias Tobin Sr.; stepmother-in-law, Phyllis Barrett. She leaves behind her husband, Michael Tobin; daughter, Nicole Wesling (Brian); sons, Jonathan Tobin (Katie) and Matthew Tobin (Jamie); grandchildren, Hunter, Ethan, Gunner, Patrick, and Mackenzie; siblings Diana Hay, William Barrett III (Carol), and Dennis Barrett (Beth); stepfather-in-law, Donald Schneider; sibling-in-laws Mathias James Tobin Jr. (Lori) and Kathy Saylor (Rick); many nieces and nephews; and dearest friend, Ellen Fuqua (Matt).

For memorial donations, please consider Holy Cross Central School.

Robert Norman Dietrick, Bob, or Bobby, as his friends knew him, passed away at St. Vincent Hospital on December 7, 2022, at the age of 67. Bob leaves behind his wife, Karen, daughter, Blair, son, Bo, daughter-in-law, Catty, and grandson, Wally. He was a lifelong member of the Indianapolis community, alongside his surviving siblings Deb (Marten), Andy, Chris, Jan (Huxhold), and P.J.

Bob was born on August 22, 1955, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis to Robert Edward and Janet Matches Dietrick. He attended St. Pius X for grade school and middle school, and Bishop Chatard for high school, where he was an active athlete and an accomplished student. At Purdue University, he was a member of the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity, played on the Purdue baseball team, and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management.

After graduating from Purdue in 1977, Bob joined his father in the family business – Robert E. Dietrick Manufacturer’s Representative. Upon his father’s retirement in 1984, Bob founded Robert Dietrick Co., Inc., a manufacturer’s representative and industrial solutions provider for the loading dock and specialty door arena throughout Indiana and the surrounding states. Today, his business legacy continues with an operation employing 100 Indiana residents with offices located in the Fishers, Columbia City, Evansville, and Columbus communities. RDC remains a family-owned business to this day.

Outside of his successful professional career, Bob was a devoted father, avid baseball fan, and voracious reader. He also had a passion for mentoring and served as a coach to many young men and women of the community spanning several decades. Bob will be remembered for his warm greetings and thoughtful conversations with anyone he encountered. He had a true interest in and enthusiasm for hearing what other people had to say. Bob lived as Henry David Thoreau observed: “The greatest compliment that was ever paid me was when one asked me what I thought, and attended to my answer.”

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob’s memory to Indy Reads at giving.indyreads.org.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leppertmortuarynora.com for the Dietrick family.

Kimberly Sue (Ruse) Roberts took her final bow on Friday, November 25, 2022. In her 48 years on the planet, she played the roles of daughter, friend, actor, educator, mentor, colleague, wife, and mother to great acclaim.

Most recently a resident of Fishers, Kim was born in Indianapolis on May 5, 1974. She graduated from Bishop Chatard High School (Indianapolis) and earned a bachelor’s degree in theatre education from Ball State University as well as a master’s degree in education from Indiana Wesleyan University. She was awarded the Ball State Department of Theatre and Dance Distinguished Alumni Award in 2018 and served on the department’s alumni board.

“Miss Ruse” encountered hundreds of students in her 22 years as a high school theatre, drama, and speech teacher, initially at Muncie Southside High School and most recently at Southport High School (Indianapolis). She directed dozens of productions in her career. More importantly, her classes and shows offered students from a wide variety of backgrounds an opportunity to build diverse communities and enjoy a respite from the struggles of high school. She inspired her student performers with the quote, “Magic is theatre. Theatre is magic. And blessed are we who create that magic.”

Outside of her career as an educator, Kim was an award-winning actor and fixture in the Indianapolis theatre community. She performed regularly at venues including Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre in Carmel, Theatre on the Square in Indianapolis, and Buck Creek Playhouse in Indianapolis. When not in the classroom or on stage, Kim could often be found enjoying her family’s lake house on Lake Shafer or watching the Purdue Boilermakers with her dad.

Kim is survived by her loving husband, Ryan; son, Harry; parents, Susie (Woirhaye) and Tim Ruse; parents-in-law, Charlene and Marion Roberts; dear friend Brianne Williams; lifelong companion Theodore Bearington; aunt Margie (Rod) Bruce; and uncles Daniel (Carole) Ruse and Steve Winegardner. She was preceded in death by grandparents Harry and Eleanor Woirhaye, grandmother Anna Marie Ruse, great-grandmother Ann Jennings, aunt Lucinda Winegardner, and uncle John Woirhaye.

“The Girl” is also survived by scores of friends, students, colleagues, fellow performers, and admirers who were all inspired by her bravery, which never allowed anything to break her spirit, interrupt her plans, or quiet her laughter. Her friends and family plan to gather on her next birthday, May 5, 2023, to celebrate Kim and offer a standing ovation for her performance in this life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Ball State University Department of Theatre and Dance. Visit connect.bsu.edu/FineArts-Give and select the “Theatre and Dance” option to donate. Arrangements are being handled by Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory in Greenfield.

Gregory Stephen Luedeman, 52, of Indianapolis, died November 7, 2022 at home. Greg was born August 17, 1970 in Indianapolis, IN to Stephen Luedeman and Maureen Luedeman.

Greg worked as a sales consultant for Top Knobs where he has over the years grown a successful sales agency. Greg currently welcomed his son Jacob to begin sharing the business with him in June 2022.

Greg enjoyed a life full of anything involving his four children and his family. He was an avid race fan, most specifically the Indianapolis 500. There wasn’t a sport he hasn’t sat on the sideline of at some point to play, watch, or coach.

Greg was preceded in death by his brother Matthew Luedeman.

Greg is survived by his four children Connor, Jacob, Nicholas, and Emma; as well as his father Stephen Luedeman (Carla Putnam), mother Maureen Luedeman, his brother Mike (Erin)Luedeman, and his sister Megan Luedeman.

Memorial donations can be made to the Matthew J. Luedeman Endowed Memorial Scholarship in Journalism at https://give.myiu.org/iu-bloomington/P370006454.html

John Patrick McCalley, 56, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away at his home on January 11, 2022. John was born on June 17th,1965 to Richard and Eleanor McCalley, the youngest of twelve siblings.

John graduated from Bishop Chatard High School and spent two years at Butler University. He was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard where he had four happy years saving lives off the coast of Oregon. He was a family man, first and foremost. He loved spending time with his children, grandchild, wife, and extremely large family. Quick with a joke and a laugh, he will be remembered as a man who brightened everyone’s day.

He is survived by his wife, Teresa; his daughter, Erica McCalley; his son, Jason (wife: Kendra) McCalley; his stepchildren, JC Bruckmann, Nikki Bruckmann and Grace Bruckmann; his granddaughter, Remington McCalley; and his siblings, Tom McCalley, Tim McCalley, Peggy McCullough, Jeannie TeKolste, Andrea Perkins, Patty Roach, Joe McCalley, Kevin McCalley, Chris McCalley, and Mary Myers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Eleanora, and his sister, Catherine Barney.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in John’s memory may be made to Riley Children’s Foundation, 30 S. Meridian Street, Suite 200: In Memory of John McCalley to the library, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204.

John W. Thompson, Jr., 71, of Southington, Connecticut, formerly of Farmington, Connecticut passed away after a four-and-a-half-year battle with lung cancer, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 22, 1950 in Indianapolis to the late John and Ann (Mueller) Thompson. He graduated from Bishop Chatard High School in 1968. In high school he was an Indiana All State high school football center. He played defensive tackle for the Brown University Bears all 4 years. He graduated in 1972 with a degree in mechanical engineering.

His first job at Gilbane Building company gave him the opportunity to live in many places including Rhode Island, Connecticut, Michigan, Texas, Louisiana and New Jersey. He moved to Connecticut in 1982 to be the head of North American Operations construction division for Otis Elevator. In 1991 he started his own company, Construction Insight. He was very passionate about his career. He worked long hours and traveled thousands of miles by car and plane for work. Over the years, he built up Construction Insight to include offices in Connecticut and Virginia. At it’s peak, the company employed about 20 employees and serviced clients all along the East Coast. He enjoyed his time spent with other professionals and chose to work up until the last week of his life.

He was involved in many aspects of his community with Indian Guides, the Farmington and Southington High School football booster clubs, the Plainville YMCA board of directors, the Southington YMCA and Zion Lutheran church. But his most beloved volunteer position was as a mentor for the Southington Cyber Knights Robotics club, where his son, JT, was a member. If he had the luxury of retirement years, he had planned to become a mentor for the Cyber Knights again.

He enjoyed planning packed itineraries for vacations with his large and loving family. His travels included trips to Hawaii, Sweden, Disney, Canada, Maine, California and Alaska. He also traveled endless miles and endured extreme temperatures to support his children and grandchildren in their various athletic competitions. As an athlete himself, he took great pride in supporting his children through youth and collegiate sports. He was also a dedicated Patriots fan and enjoyed friendly banter between his siblings who supported their hometown Indianapolis Colts.

He married the love of his life, Karin (Swanson), in January 2007 after meeting through their involvement at Zion Lutheran Church. They created a blended family of eight children. During their 17 years together, they welcomed seven grandchildren into their lives. Nothing brought him more joy than bringing his family together for milestone event celebrations or holiday gatherings. He leaves behind his beloved wife, and eight children, Kevin Thompson (Lisa) of Brea, California, Elaine (Matt) Strohl of Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, Robert Morelli, of Southington, Connecticut, Stephanie (Justin) Pronovost of Plainville, Connecticut, Joshua (Erin) Morelli of Bristol, Connecticut, and Amanda, Matthew and John W. Thompson III of Southington, Connecticut, and seven grandchildren Drew, Zachary, Lynnea, Jack, Sunne, Simon and Grant, his sister Cheryl Striewe and her husband, John, of Indianapolis, Indiana and sister-in-law MaryAnn Thompson, of Deland, Florida, and several nieces. He was preceded in death by his brother, David Thompson, of Deland, Florida.

Calling hours are Friday evening, October 28th from 6 to 9 PM at Carlson Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain. Funeral services are Saturday, October 29th at 10 AM at Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, Berlin. Burial will follow in Maple Cemetery, Berlin. All are invited to attend a reception immediately following the funeral at Testa’s, 26 South Center Street, Southington, CT.

In Lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory may be made to The John Thompson Memorial Travel Scholarship Fund, benefiting the Southington High School Cyber Knights, a nonprofit organization. To donate online go to: srtea.org/donate/ . When answering the question of “who referred you” for the online form, please enter “In Memory of John Thompson” to earmark the funds for this scholarship. Checks can also be mailed to SRTEA, P. O. Box 826, Southington, CT. Make sure to include “John Thompson Memorial Scholarship” in the note section of the check. This scholarship will help underprivileged students afford travel expenses for robotics competitions.

**Courtesy of usobit.com.

Ann Temple McDaniel passed away on 4th day of October 2022, at the age of 70.

Born on the 20th of June 1952, to Mig and Bill Temple, Ann grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and Indianapolis, Indiana. After graduating from Bishop Chatard High School in Indianapolis, Ann graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1974, where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, and met her husband of 46 years, George McDaniel.

Ann was devoted to her faith, family, and friends. She found joy in life’s big and small moments. She exuded grace, beauty and love. The outpouring of love for Ann and her family in her final years is a testament to how much she meant to so many people. We know that so many others, like us, will miss Ann’s optimism, kind and gentle manner, and laughter.

Behind Ann’s grace and humility was an inner strength. She was steadfastly faithful and focused on life’s blessings, even during hard times. In the face of a terrible diagnosis, she found peace and reassurance from reading the word of God and praising Him.

Ann’s greatest legacy is her family, and she would be quick to tell you that they were her greatest joy. She raised three wonderful children and gave them her optimism, faith, and quiet strength. Ann’s family grew to include eight beloved grandchildren: Mae McDaniel, Walker O’Black, Annie McDaniel, William O’Black, Otto McDaniel, Kate McDaniel, Caroline McDaniel and Brooke O’Black. Affectionately known as “Gran”, she showered them with love, attention, and endless prayers. She treated each one as if they were her only grandchild-encouraging their individual interests and filling them with confidence. She was unwaveringly present at games, recitals, performances, tea parties, and cousin play dates. She loved the energy from all of her grandchildren running around together and especially cherished weekends and holidays spent together at their bay house in Galveston.

Ann saw the best in everyone and every situation. She formed close friendships at every place she lived-Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, California, and Houston. She maintained those friendships over decades and long distances. Friends were like family. Friends knew that they could count on her support wherever and whenever. She would be there, by your side, to hold you up in difficult times.

Ann was a longtime member of The Church of St. John the Divine where she served on the Altar Guild and was the president of the Episcopal Church Women. She was a member of the River Oaks Garden Club and the Junior League of Houston and was very involved in Kappa Kappa Gamma throughout the years. Last year, Ann was pleased to receive her 50-year Kappa pin, with her daughter Mary (a Texas Kappa) by her side. Ann was also a skilled bridge player and accomplished needle pointer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Charles Michler. Ann is survived by her husband, George; her son and daughter-in-law, Mac and Kayli McDaniel, and their children, Mae, Annie and Otto; her daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Weston O’Black, and their children, Walker, William and Brooke; her son and daughter-in-law Will and Kari McDaniel, and their children, Kate and Caroline; her sister, Marie Macadam and husband, Steve of Atlanta, Georgia; and her brother-in-law Mike McDaniel and wife Laura of Houston. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins whom she loved dearly.

Her memory will always be a blessing.

A memorial service is to be conducted at two o’clock in the afternoon on Monday, the 17th of October, at the Church of St. John the Divine, 2450 River Oaks Boulevard in Houston, where the Reverend Leigh Spruill will officiate. Immediately following the service, all are invited to greet the family during a reception in the adjacent Sumners Hall.

In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions in Ann’s honor be directed to Family Legacy Missions, 3030 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1400 Dallas, TX 75234, or at https://give.familylegacy.com/, or The Church of St. John the Divine, 2450 River Oaks Boulevard, Houston, TX, 77019 or at www.sjd.org/give/

From the Houston Chronicle from Oct. 10 to Oct. 16, 2022

Colleen A. (O’Connor) Crandell, age 61, of Bellmore IN, left this world on August 4th. Born April 1961 in Indianapolis, the daughter of Patrick & Roseanna O’Connor, 2nd of 6 children. Married to her husband of 32 yrs, Cy Crandell. She attended Christ the King, graduated from Chatard H.S, in 1980 & attended cosmetology school.

She raised 7 children of which 4 are quadruplets. A huge animal lover who also spent her free time mushroom hunting & gardening. Colleen is survived by her husband & 7 children, Matt (Angela) Sharp, Amanda (Brad) McGrannahan, Jason Sharp, Alyssa, Cyrus, Chloe & Kelsey Crandell, her siblings, Marilyn, Pat, Kevin, & Tim O’Connor, 5 grandchildren & 4 nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents & sister Karen.

On August 11th at 2:00 pm, a celebration of life will be held at the Bellmore Fire Dept. located at 7020 US-36 (crossroad St. Rd 59).

Kelly Stonebraker, age 61, of Fortville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Kelly was born August 5, 1960 in Indianapolis to Orville Dean “Stoney” and Billie Jean Stonebraker. Kelly grew up and attended schools in Indianapolis and was a graduate of St. Andrew Catholic School and Bishop Chatard High School. Upon graduation, he entered into the United States Marine Corps. He proudly served his country for three years. Upon discharge, Kelly then earned a degree in heating, ventilation and air conditioning.

Kelly was a kind and gentle soul who always put others needs before his own. He grew up working in his family’s restaurants and was a natural entrepreneur. Over the years, he had owned and operated storage units and Stoney’s Steakhouse on the west side. He lived the meaning of a hard day’s work and was happiest bringing a smile to hungry faces. His fan club stretched across the Central Indianapolis Metropolitan Area. Kelly most recently owned and operated Murphy’s Pubhouse South.

When Kelly wasn’t working hard for others, he enjoyed live music, a round of golf, playing cards or hitting the casino. His true happiness was simply making meaningful memories with his family and friends. He loved family time and especially spoiling his grandchildren.

Kelly was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Donnie Stonebraker, his loving mother, Billie Jean Stonebraker and his devoted dog, Rocky.

He is survived by his loving children, Jenny (Jeff) Oakes, Megan (Jeremy) Rogers and Jake Stonebraker and step-sons, Zach (Alexandra) Bradford and Samuel (Andreya) Bradford; devoted father, Orville Dean “Stoney” Stonebraker; dedicated siblings, Teresa Sue (Al) Russell, Bryan Dean (Annette Groves) Stonebraker, Mary Shawn (Drew) Heimer, Craig Patrick (Lisa Marie) Stonebraker, Shannon Beth (Scott Griffey) Stonebraker, Scott Matthew (April) Stonebraker and Ryan (Stephanie) Stonebraker; his loving grandchildren, Cambrie, Ashlynn, Novella and Kellan Oakes, Nick and Grant Rogers and step-grandchildren, Beatrice, Lincoln and Indy Bradford and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins grateful customers and his dog Maggie.

A visitation for Kelly will be held Tuesday, August 2, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Leppert Mortuary – Nora Chapel, 740 East 86th St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240, followed by a funeral service at 2:00 PM.

Interment follows at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leppertmortuarynora.com for the Stonebraker family.

Christine Theresa (Jungbluth) Knuth died peacefully at home on April 28, 2022.

Chris was born in Lacrosse, Wisconsin on December 27, 1949, the daughter of John and Alice Jungbluth. She lived a very full and beautiful life, moving many times and gathering many friends along the way. She was so caring and giving, a true “people person” who didn’t meet a soul she couldn’t talk to. She was an expert listener, and her advice was full of love and sincerity. She truly was a genuine friend.

Her life was fulfilling in so many ways as a devoted wife and mother, an aerobics instructor, an exercise program director, a claims adjustor, and probably her favorite calling as a nanny to several Kansas City families. Her success was truly in the many lives she touched.

Chris lives on through her much–loved family; her husband of 42 years, Fred; daughter Lisa (Matt) Heitz; sons Kevin and Ryan (Caitlin); her two dogs Alice and Sophie; grandchildren whom she took such pride in, Andrew, Grace, Luke, Holland, and Braeden; Sisters Nancy (Brian) Jacenko, Susan (Jeff) Gahan, David (Lisa) Jungbluth; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Chris’ family would like to express sincere gratitude for the kind, loving support of her various caregivers, friends, and family during her courageous fight with cancer. Thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at KU Medical Center, the Village at Mission, and Harbor Hospice.

A funeral Mass will be held on June 11, 2022 at 11:00am, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 7231 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS. Memorial contributions in Chris’ name may be made to either the Glioblastoma Foundation or The Great Plains SPCA. Assistance with Funeral Advocates, LLC.

Although Chris only attended BCHS until her junior year, she faithfully attended reunions for her class throughout the years. She considered herself a ‘Trojan for Life’.

Nathan M. Otolski, 26, of Indianapolis passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2022. Nathan was born in Louisville, KY, to parents Gregory A. and Karen Merk Otolski. He graduated from Bishop Chatard High School, class of 2014, and went on to attend Xavier University and IUPUI, graduating from Purdue with a bachelor’s degree in organizational management.

At the time of his passing, Nathan worked as Community Outreach Manager for Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana. Prior to that, he worked for Holy Family Shelter, an agency of Catholic Charities. Nathan was active in the Indianapolis recovery community, where he supported and was supported by many other young people in recovery and was deeply loved. He volunteered with the Indy Hunger Network and IUPUI Students in Recovery and was a youth volunteer for Fairbanks Treatment Center.

Nathan was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Robert J. Merk, and paternal grandfather, Clem T. Otolski, and an uncle, George Otwinowski.

He is survived by his loving parents, Greg and Karen Otolski; sisters Katharine and Claire Otolski; maternal grandmother, Marilyn Merk of Cincinnati, OH; paternal grandmother, Patricia Otolski of LaPorte, IN; loving partner, Francie Wilcox; aunts and uncles: Robert Merk, of Chicago, Greg Merk (JoAnn) of Cincinnati, Steve Merk of St. Louis, MO, Brian Otolski (Mary) of Grand Rapids, MI, and Mike Otolski, Steve Otolski (Barb), Michelle Otwinowski (Max Miller) and Tom Otolski (Maria), all of LaPorte IN; and many beloved cousins, great-aunts/uncles and other family members, dear co-workers and wonderful friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2022, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 4100 E. 56th St, Indianapolis, where friends may call from 11 a.m. until Mass time. Burial will be private at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are encouraged to: Holy Family Shelter (907 N. Holmes Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46222-3714), Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana (708 E. Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202), and Circle City Sober Living.

Nathan was the brother of the following BCHS alumni: Clarie ’20 and Katharine ’13.

John Mark Brosius passed away Thursday, 2/17/2022 at Community North Hospital in Indianapolis after a long illness. Mark was born on 2/10/1957 in Indianapolis. IN to John M. Brosius and Jeannette (Flynn) Brosius.  He was the
3rd oldest of 10 children.

Mark attended St. Joan of Arc elementary school and Bishop Chatard High School in Indpls., graduating in 1976. Mark was a small business entrepreneur throughout most of his career. He worked as a financial planner, flipped houses
and owned a small painting business to name a few. He loved to learn new things, fix cars, read, play guitar, sing karaoke, research family genealogy, practice photography
and most importantly be with his family. He was known for his sense of humor and his good natured teasing. Before the pandemic, he loved to spend time at his favorite spots,
drinking coffee or singing karaoke and shooting the breeze with whomever joined him at the table. He was a peaceful soul and didn’t hold grudges against those who slighted him,
no matter how painful.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved son, Brian  Brosius and his nephew, Joshua. He is survived by his beloved children Mary (Brosius) Arnold, John
(Brosius) Caviness, Aly B Caviness as well as his grandchildren: Jacob Noel, Derrick Rivera, Isiah and Kylie Harvey; Jadynn and Brooklynn Brosius and; Luke
(Caviness) all of whom he adored.

He is also survived by his 9 siblings: Leanne, Karen, Donna, Rose, Bruce, Paul, Bill, JJ ( Mike), and Christine as well nieces and nephews: Kevin & Christopher Fry; Audi, April &
Courtney McCullough; Jessica Pogue & Cory Brosius; Arthur & Kai (Athena) Brosius; Evie Brosius & Erin Flynn and multiple in laws, great nieces, nephews, cousins and
friends.

He will be dearly missed by those who loved him. Rest In Peace.

There will be a Celebration of Life service at 1:00 to 4 PM (Eulogies at 2 PM) Sunday, May 1st at Holiday Park Pavilion, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, southeast end
by the playground.  All are welcome.

In keeping with Mark’s love of outdoor family gatherings this will be a potluck (bring a dish) picnic atmosphere. Condolences may be left at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com

Mark was the brother of the following BCHS alumni: Leanne ’74, Karen ’75, Paul ’84, Bill ’84, JJ ( Mike) ’86, and Christine ’88.

Jordan Robert Kontor, 28, died unexpectedly Feb. 25, 2022. He was born in Indianapolis Sept. 22, 1993. He is survived by his loving family: parents Jeff and Robin Kontor, Noblesville, sisters Courtney Robinson (Matt) (Indianapolis) and Frankie Kontor (Noblesville). He is also survived by his grandfather Frank Kontor and his grandmother Judy Haney.

Extended family includes Jordan’s aunt and uncle Sheryl (Kontor) Babb & Scott and cousins Corey and Matt Babb; aunt and uncle Dawn (O’Deen) Wojkovich & Ron and cousins Kevin Wojkovich, Rebekah (Wojkovich) Cooper (Grant) and child Clark Cooper, Gabrielle Wojkovich, Tessa Wojkovich; aunt and uncle Erin (O’Deen) Cook & Jeff and cousins Paige & Brett Cook. He was predeceased by his grandfather Kenneth O’Deen and his grandmother Gloria Kontor.

Jordan loved his family and friends and went out of his way daily to help anyone who needed it. Jordan’s circle of friends grew even more after his 2013 Bishop Chatard High School graduation when he attended Vincennes University and Indiana State. Jordan started his own commercial landscape business that flourished in the six years he operated it.

Far beyond education or work, Jordan’s light shined through his generous, kind spirit. He was the first one to help those who needed a helping hand. He was the first one to give a hug when needed. He loved to laugh and have fun, especially with his family. His work ethic was beyond compare as was his kindness to others.

A funeral Mass will be Friday, March 4 at 1 p.m. at St. Pius X Parish at 7200 Sarto Dr. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. at St. Pius X. A celebration of life will follow at Northside Events & Social Club – 2100 E 71st St, Indianapolis, IN 46220 (formerly the Northside Knight of Columbus).

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to “Jordon Kontor or Jeff Kontor” at 413
Chris Lane, Noblesville, IN 46062.

In Jordan’s family, are his mother, past BCHS teacher/staff Robin Kontor, and sisters Courtney ’10 and Frankie ’17.

John William Ahlers, 63, of Indianapolis, passed away January 19, 2022. He was born August 8, 1958 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Robert D. Ahlers and Dorothea Ann Schwert Ahlers. John was a graduate of Chatard High School, Class of 1976 and attended Indiana State University. He worked in retail management for Target, Lowe’s and Meijer. John was also a member of Christ the King Catholic Church.

Visitation will be Tuesday, January 25, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville Road, Fishers. A service will be held Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5884 Crittenden Avenue, Indianapolis with Father Todd Riere officiating the service.

John is survived by his loving wife, Jan A. Bedwell Ahlers; daughter, Jennifer M. Ahlers; siblings, Robert D. Ahlers (Megan), Christopher J. Ahlers, Andrew J. Ahlers (Ellen), and Matthew P. Ahlers (Crissy); sisters-in-law, Joani Fidger (Jack) and Shirley Bedwell; brothers-in-law, John W. Bedwell (Tina) and James Bedwell; and many nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his sister, Anne Garber in December 2007.
Memorial contributions are suggested to The American Cancer Society.

John is the brother of the following BCHS alumni, Christopher ’75 and Anne Graber (’71, deceased).

Torrey Orlando Grady (Indianapolis, Indiana) passed away on January 4, 2022 at the age of 44. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Torrey Orlando Grady as a last tribute.

Visitation was held on Monday, January 17th 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Lavenia & Summers Home For Funerals (5811 E 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46218). A funeral service was held on Monday, January 17th 2022 at 12:00 PM at the same location.

Louis John Dunn III died peacefully on December 15 2021. He was 74 years old.
Louis was born June 28, 1947 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He moved to San Francisco in 1982. He earned his Masters degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling at San Francisco State University in 1987, and worked for 22 years at the California State Department of Rehabilitation. There he helped many people with disabilities to find employment. His main focus was finding employment for persons with HIV disease, and he worked tirelessly to provide services for them at a time when they were being stigmatized and discriminated against. He was a pioneer in this work, and other agencies from all around the country consulted with him.

For a more complete description of his amazing and well-lived life, go to the San Francisco Columbarium website.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jan. 7 to Jan. 9, 2022.

Kevin Daniel Torzewski, 52, passed away December 13, 2021 at Abbie Hunt Bryce Home, Indianapolis, Indiana. He was a graduate of Chatard High School, 1987, Associate of Automotive and Diesel Technologies degree from Lincoln Technical Institute, 1989, and was licensed for Insurance in 25 states.

Kevin is survived by his two children, Gabriella Rose and Colton Douglas; Parents, Daniel J. and Susan K. (Thompson) Torzewski; Siblings, Christine, Kerri, and Molly (Geoff Pierce); Ex-Wife, Pamela Anderson and many special family and friends.

Kevin was a kindhearted soul who would go out of his way to be loving to friends. He was a devoted father, a good son, a brother, and cherished friend. He was a down to earth kind of man with big opinions and a big laugh. As an Indianapolis native, he was an avid Colts and Notre Dame fan, and never missed an Indianapolis 500! His spirit will be missed by many.

Please join the family in Kevin’s Celebration of Life at St. Simon’s Parrish Life Center, located at 8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis, IN 46236 from 11:00am to 1:30pm on Saturday, December 18th. Flowers can be sent to 6722 Silver Tree Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46236, donations can be made in Kevin’s honor to St. Simon’s to help families in need.

Kevin’s brother Kerri Torzewski is a BCHS alumni Class of ’90.

Maribeth (Maloof) Presnal, of Granger, IN, passed away at her home with her family by her side, at the age of 56. She was born on June 19, 1965 in Indianapolis, IN, to Shelby Maloof (Chapdelaine) and the late Phillip Maloof. On July 31, 1987 in Indianapolis, she was united in marriage to E. Mike Presnal Jr.

She was a 1983 graduate of Bishop Chatard High School and a 1990 graduate of Indiana University School of Nursing. Maribeth was employed by Memorial Hospital of South Bend between 1990-2017 where she was Director of Nursing and held a variety of nursing positions.

Maribeth is survived by her mother, Shelby (Maloof) Chapdelaine of Indianapolis; brother, Mark Maloof (Aliceann) of Indianapolis; husband, Mike Presnal and their four children: Andrew Presnal of Mission, KS; Sam Presnal of Granger; Lucy Presnal of Granger; and Michael Presnal (Natalia) of Grand Rapids, MI. Maribeth was preceded in death by her father, Phillip Maloof, and her brother, Michael Maloof.

Maribeth was an active member of St. Thérèse, Little Flower Catholic Church where she participated in a variety of ministries.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 17, 2021 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Drive, Indianapolis, IN. Friends may visit with the family at the church in Indianapolis beginning at 10:30 a.m. until the start of Mass. The family respectfully requests that attendees wear masks to protect the health of compromised individuals.

A celebration of life will also be held in South Bend, Indiana, at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, 2700 Horizon Drive, Suite 120, King of Prussia, PA 19406 or online at theaftd.org; or IU Foundation, PO Box 7072, Indianapolis IN 46207; Acct #0380009961-AD research in Pathology.

Online condolences may be left for the Presnal family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

In Maribeth’s family are the following BCHS alumni: husband E. Michael Presnal, ’81; brothers Mark Maloof ’74 and Michael Maloof ’77

Born in Indianapolis on March 5, 1979, Molly moved on to another dimension on October 29, 2021. Her life was full of love from, and for, family and friends. She was blessed with many talents, as a champion swimmer, musician, singer, actress, artist, storyteller, and great sense of humor. Molly graduated from St. Lawrence Grade School and attended Cathedral and Chatard High Schools, graduating from Chatard in 1997. She also attended Ball State University. Molly worked as a cosmetologist, medical assistant, and earned her real estate license while working for FC Tucker Real Estate Company.

She could light up a room and was a brightly shining star until she became a prisoner of drugs. As hard as she tried, time and again, she could not escape from their grip. In the end, fentanyl was her executioner. We build more and more prisons and incarcerate people who are already imprisoned by drug addiction. We need to develop better ways to treat this scourge and provide more mental health facilities that are open, accessible, and affordable to those in need.

Molly was preceded in death by her grandparents, Dr. Paul and Virginia Kirkhoff, and Margaret and Scott Johnson. She leaves behind her beloved son, Sammy, who never gave up hope that she would turn it all around, and a daughter, Jane. Her mother, Jane Kirkhoff Maguire and husband Jim, and her father, Paul Johnson and wife Carol D’Amico, and her sister Sarah Pollard and husband Chuck, and sister Kate Croswell, mourn her passing, as do her niece Ellie and nephew Max Pollard. Her many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews, and sisters, brothers, nephews and nieces by marriage, all share in the sorrow of her loss.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Contributions may be made in her name to NAMI Indiana at 921 E. 86th Street #130, Indianapolis, IN 46240 or Community Fairbanks Recovery Center at 8102 Clearvista Pkwy, Indianapolis, IN 46256.

In the early morning of October 10, 2021, Art and Toni Reiner experienced a home invasion and, due to senseless gun violence, Toni lost her life protecting her family. Friends describe her as warm, caring and approachable with a fantastic sense of humor.⁣ She was a hypnotherapist, with a rich soothing voice, that helped many.

A dear son, brother, uncle, and friend, David Alan Savka, age 57, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Thursday October 21, 2021. David was born on January 14, 1964 to Louis and Phyllis (Bishop) Savka. He graduated from Bishop Chatard High School in 1982 and studied at Indiana University – Purdue University in Indianapolis. Most recently he was employed as a medical editor at Syneos Health.

David is survived by his loving parents Louis and Phyllis Savka, sisters, Nancy Nichols (Terry), Jane Heuring (Dave), brothers, Dan Savka (Barb), Louis Savka Jr. (Melissa), and Stuart Savka (Amy), as well as thirteen nieces and nephews and nineteen great nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Saturday, October 30, 2021 from 12:00 Noon until the time of service to be held at 2:00 p.m. at Leppert Nora Chapel, 740 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the Humane Society of Indianapolis or the Damien Center.

In David’s family are the following BCHS alumni: Barb (Moss)’79, Lou ’77, Stuart ’87 and Jane ’79.

Jean Murray McDermott-Cratty, 54, of Greenwood, Indiana passed away on Sunday, September 26, 2021 at her home with family by her side.

Jean was born on July 19, 1967 to the late Martin Downey and Jean Marie (Holt) McDermott in Indianapolis, Indiana. She graduated Chatard High School with 9 varsity letters. She played many sports including basketball, softball, and volleyball. She later attended the University of Indiana and earned her bachelor’s degree in General Studies.

The first love of her life was her daughter Julie. She couldn’t say enough how much she loved and doted on her. She spoiled her, but mainly with unconditional love. Jean married Jeff Cratty on August 11, 2001 in the Chapel at Our Lady of The Greenwood and were married 20 years this year.

Jean was a simple woman. She loved her family dearly. She enjoyed being outdoors in nature, watching the birds, listening to her wind chimes, relaxing and taking in the beauty of her garden sanctuary. She loved animals. She currently she had 2 dogs and 3 cats but throughout life she always had pets. No matter what was going on in life she was always positive.

Jean is survived by her husband, Jeff Cratty; daughter, Julie McDermott; siblings, Cathy McClure and her husband Alan, Martin D. McDermott and his wife Sandy, John McDermott and his wife Anne, Suzanne Sherman and her husband Charles, Bill McDermott, Russell McDermott and Vivian Getz.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Jean, and sister-in-law, Lisa McDermott.

In her family are the following BCHS alumni: Martin McDermott ’78, John ’79, Suzanne ’80, Vivian ’91, Bill ’82.

Jacquelin Marie Jones-Gibbs was born on July 27, 1954, to the union of Daniel Jones Sr. and Josephine Staples Jones in Indianapolis, Indiana.

She grew up attending local parochial schools and graduated from Bishop Chatard High School and then completed her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees both from Indiana State University. She received a master’s degree in Counseling and worked at Family Service Association as an outreach counselor providing families in the Christamore and Flanner House neighborhoods with all facets of family counseling and much needed social services. The agency’s mission statement was “to serve the most needy and vulnerable” which Jackie adopted as her own personal mission.

Returning to school Jackie earned her school clinical counseling license and went on to work over twenty years as a high school counselor for the public schools last serving at Arsenal Tech High School. She knew that her experience working in the high-risk neighborhoods would translate over to working with students who were at risk.

During her high school counseling career, Jackie started to explore real estate especially since she had purchased two homes on her own and became a landlord in the process. Jackie had also watched her father working as a part-time landlord which grew to peak her interest in the world of real estate. After completing real estate licensing Jackie worked consistently to help people become homeowners.

Jackie retired from the school system and began working full-time as a realtor to continue serving all families in Central Indiana. She was always patient and attentive to her clients needs. Her years of experience with listening and advocating for students, families, and seniors allowed her the unique opportunity to negotiate her customer’s real estate needs.

When she was not working Jackie enjoyed spending time with her family, watching sports, listening to music, religious-spiritual podcasts, trying new restaurants, and reading. She was active with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc and Oasis Tutoring Program where she worked with students at Oaklandon Elementary School. Jackie participated on her sorority’s Seasonal Wraps Committee which she crocheted and knitted hats for homeless families. Jackie also enjoyed helping with the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree distribution and the Brightwood Community Center after school program.

Jacquelin Jones-Gibbs went home to be with the Lord on July 24, 2021. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her oldest brother, Daniel Jones II.

She leaves to cherish her husband of 24 years, William E. Gibbs; sister, Charlotte Leavell; brother, Djuane Jones; nieces, Nichelle Leavell and Rochelle Leavell; nephew, Daniel Jones III; great-nephew, Dewayne J. Eddie Wallace; stepson, William B. Gibbs, grand-children, Deja Gibbs, Dominique Gibbs; great grandchildren; Delaney Moody and Isaiah Harris.

Jacquelin was the sister of the following BCHS alumni Charlotte Leavell ’67 and Daniel Jones II ’66, and aunt of Nichelle Leavell ’95, Rochelle Leavell ’97 and Daniel Jones III ’92

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Lamontae was the son of BCHS alumni Lawrence Guynn ’72 and brother of BCHS alumni LaMarkus Guynn ’97.

Sheila (Persinger) Baker of Indianapolis was born to Thelma and Forest Persinger in 1947. Sheila passed away at age 74 on July 21, 2021. She was known for her infectious smile and laughter. She brightened up the world with her love and care for others. Sheila used her gifts in many leadership roles throughout her life. She was always there for family and had an enormous number of friends. Everyone loved Sheila!

She was the oldest daughter of seven children. Her father died at the young age of 48, so Sheila helped her mom take care of Sheila’s six siblings, including four brothers and two sisters.

After graduating from Chatard High School, Sheila earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Therapy from Purdue University. She then earned a Master’s degree in Special Education from Butler University.

Sheila’s first teaching position was speech and hearing therapy for Harrison School in Mississippi. She lived in Mississippi during Hurricane Camille, the 2nd most intense hurricane to strike the continental US in history. Sheila continued her teaching career in Indiana for 33 years, serving students in multiple Lawrence Township Schools. Brook Park Elementary was the last elementary school she worked for. Sheila’s teaching philosophy was to “do the best I can do for every student.”

Sheila had a love for Special Education. For nearly 20 years she coached local, state, and international Special Olympics bowling teams, eventually becoming Special Olympics program coordinator for Lawrence Township. Sheila and her Special Olympic International bowling team were honored to sit as guests with Vice President George H W Bush and Barbara Bush at the International Pan Am Games in Indianapolis. Sheila also had the privilege of meeting Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the founder of Special Olympics.

Sheila was an active member of the Indianapolis Bridge Center and achieved Life Master. She was also co-president of the Beta Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society and an active member. Both organizations meant the world to her and brought her many valuable friendships!

Sheila was preceded in death by her parents, Thelma and Forest Persinger, and her brother Kenneth (surviving spouse Sherry) Persinger. Sheila is survived by her siblings Thomas (Gail) Persinger, John (Michelle) Persinger, Richard (Dawn) Persinger, Kathryn (Mark) Helmke, and Theresa (Gregg) Anderson.

There will be a “Celebration of Sheila’s Life” at The Indianapolis Bridge Center at 8030 Castleway Drive on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at 1 pm (**Proof of Vaccination card must be shown to enter, unless under the eligible vaccination age). Visitation of Sheila’s interment can be viewed at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Indianapolis at visitors’ convenience.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Indianapolis Bridge Center, Special Olympics, or the Stroke Foundation.

Sheila is the sister of the following BCHS alumni John, ’70 and Tom ’68.

Daniel J. Grissmer (Danny), 40, was called by the Lord on May 23, 2021, in Charlottesville, VA where he was residing. He was born on February 15th, 1981. Son of Tom & Alma Grissmer and brother to Cristy Grissmer.

Danny attended Christ the King School where he played sports and was a server for Christ the King Church. He graduated from Bishop Chatard H.S. in 1999. He graduated from St. Louis University in 2003 where he was a member of the Pep Band.

Danny loved sports, music and traveling. He dreamt of visiting all 50 U.S. States. He made it to 17 of them, as well as Australia, Aruba and Puerto Rico.

Danny was preceded by his grandparents John and Helen Grissmer and Jose and Guadalupe Amaya. Left behind to cherish his memory are his parents Tom & Alma Grissmer, sister Cristy Grissmer, Uncle Dave & Aunt Judy Grissmer and Aunt Jane Grissmer. He also has a large number of loving cousins in Virginia, Maryland and Texas.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at Christ the King Church, 5884 N Crittenden Ave Thursday June 10th at 11am with visitation at 10am in the lobby prior to the mass.

Danny is already greatly missed by his family, friends and all those who came to know him. He will always be in our hearts.

Donations can be made in his memory to Christ the King Church. Thank you.

Debra Ellen Barrett, 66, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021. Debra was born on October 31, 1954 to the late William J. Barrett Jr. and Mary E. Barrett.

Debbie was a long-time parishioner of St. Pius X Catholic Church where she would always make sure to attend Sunday Mass at 11am with her family and good friends Dave and Kathy McNulty. She was also a member of the St. Pius Shawl Ministry. She coached volleyball for over 30 years for St. Pius X, Cathedral, and Bishop Chatard High School. Debbie received both the Monsignor Busald and the St. John Bosco CYO awards, both of which she was very proud of.

She spent the last 31 years of her life working for Mussett Nicholas & Associates as their business manager. She showed great pride in her work, and enjoyed knitting, crocheting and cross stitching during her free time. You could always find Debbie on the sidelines of her nieces and nephews or great nieces and great nephews sporting events as their biggest fan!

Debra is survived by siblings; Diana Hay, William J. Barrett III (Carol), Denise Tobin (Mike) and Dennis Barrett (Beth). Also surviving is stepmother Phyllis (Markey) Barrett, stepsiblings Phil Markey, Paul Markey (Jackie) and Ann Branson (Jim) and several nieces, nephews and several great nieces and great nephews. She is preceded in death by both of her parents.

A visitation for Debra was be held Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary, 2126 E. 71st St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46220. A Funeral Mass was Friday, April 23, 2021 at 11:00 AM at St Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Drive, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240. A livestreaming of the service can be viewed on the St. Pius X facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/spxparishindy

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Debra’s memory may be made to the Debbie Barrett Scholarship at St. Pius X School, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis, Indiana 46240. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com for the Barrett family.

In Debbie’s family are the following BCHS alumni: William ’67, Dennis ’85, Denise (Barrett) Tobin, and Diana (Barrett) Hay ’78.

Michael Anthony Navarra, Jr., 59, of Brandon, Florida, and previously of Carmel, passed away on March 24, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with his health. Michael was born in Indianapolis on August 30, 1961 to Michael Anthony and Frances (Caito) Navarra.

Michael graduated from Bishop Chatard High School. He went on to maintain numerous jobs in telecommunications over the years. He was very talented when it came to repairing things, always eager to lend a helping hand. If Michael couldn’t fix it; it couldn’t be fixed. In his spare time, Michael enjoyed boating and riding motorcycles. He will be remembered as a very good son, father, and brother who had a great sense of humor.

Michael is preceded in death by his father, Michael Anthony Navarra, Sr., who passed away on December 23, 2013.

Survivors include his mother, Frances (Caito) Navarra; daughters, Gina M. (Matthew) Green, Angela “Ang” (Yeni) Navarra, and Laura Navarra; siblings, Charles Navarra, Francie (Neil) O’Mahony, Mary Ann Swiss, Theresa (Eric) Halvorson, Gus (Suzi) Navarra, Anthony (Laura) Navarra, and Michele (David) Roth; his two grandchildren, Trevor and Eliana Green; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Family and friends will gather for the visitation on Thursday, April 8, 2021 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM in the O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 South East Street, Indianapolis. Recitation of the Rosary will begin in the funeral home on Thursday at 7:30 PM. The Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Friday, April 9, 2021 in Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 520 Stevens Street, Indianapolis. Entombment will follow in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Indianapolis. Please visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to leave an online condolence for the Navarra family.

In Michael’s family are the following BCHS Alumni: siblings: Francie (Navarra) O’Mahony ’74, Theresa (Navarra) Halvorson ’76, Gus Navarra ’76, Anthony Navarra ’84, sister-in-law Laura Behringer ’82.

Rock W. Washburn, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away on April 8, 2021. He was born on November 13, 1950 in Indianapolis to the late George and Mary Martha (Anderson) Washburn. Rock graduated from Chatard High School in 1969. He served in the U.S. National Guard.

Rock worked at Supreme X, formerly known as Bower’s Envelope Company, for almost 52 years. Rock loved the outdoors, coaching sports and watching The Indianapolis Colts. He was a very fun-loving and caring man who enjoyed spending time with his family. Rock was a very generous and selfless man, always putting the needs and wants of others before his own. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Rock is survived by his wife, Peggy Washburn; children, Andy (Lisa) Washburn, Matt (Wendi) Washburn, Chris (Ginger) Washburn and Kaia Coughlan; 12 grandchildren with one on the way; 1 great grandchild on the way; and sister, Kristine Rader. Rock was preceded in death by his parents; and uncle, Herrell Anderson.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 3:00PM until 7:00PM at Feeney Hornak Keystone Mortuary, 2126 E. 71st Street, Indianapolis, IN 46220. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 11:30AM at St. Luke Catholic Church, 7575 Holliday Dr E, Indianapolis, IN 46260. Burial will follow at Crown Hill Cemetery.

Rock was a member of the BCHS Class of 1969, the father of BCHS alumnus Matt ’93 and father-in-law of BCHS alumna Lisa (Ottenweller) Washburn ’94.

We were blessed to receive the gift of laughter and pure joy from Nicole. Her infectious smile and contagious laugh will not be forgotten. She enjoyed being with family, reading, spending time at the farm, and her beloved dog, Ruby. She will be remembered for her happy-go-lucky spirit and never knowing a stranger. Nicole cherished her many lifelong friendships, especially Chad Goodyear.

Nicole is survived by her mother, Chris Jones; sister, Michelle (Bryan) Boyd; sister-in-law, Delores Jones; nephews, Hunter, Dakota and Austin Boyd; niece, Caroline Boyd; and many supportive aunts, uncles and cousins. Nicole was preceded in death by her father, Jack Jones; and brother, Steve Jones.

Due to COVID, private services will occur by invitation only. A public Celebration of Life will take place at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to pawsandthink.org. Arangements are being handled by Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary.

In Nicole’s family are the following BCHS alumni: sister Michelle Boyd ’89, brother-in-law Bryan Boyd ’88. She was an aunt to these BCHS alumni: Hunter Boyd ‘20, Dakota Boyd ‘21 and AJ Boyd ‘23.

Gloria’s greatest joy in her life was her family – her husband, her four children, and her 14 grandchildren. She was even known as the best neighborhood grandma, as she always loved any children who lived nearby and would spoil them with treats and flowers any chance she got. While she was primarily a stay-at-home mother most of her life, she did various other work including running a seamstress business, substitute teaching and watching other children in her home.

Gloria was a seamstress her whole life. She made all of the dresses for her wedding party, clothes for herself, her kids and grandchildren, dolls, horses, pillows, and baby blankets with detailed embroidery work. She was an artist, bringing animals to life in chalk pastel drawings and in her embroidery work. She made dolls of every kind, including horses, bears, and bunnies, and sold some of her creations, labeling them as “Made in Montana, by Grandma’s Dolls.”

Fishing, camping, and boating with her family and husband brought her great joy, whether, in their own boat on a beautiful lake in Montana or Idaho or on a charter boat on the Pacific Ocean, she always knew how to reel the fish in. Gloria and Lenny traveled to Alaska three times, two by cruise ship and once by car. Gloria once caught a 110-pound halibut on a fishing trip in Alaska, the biggest catch on the boat.

Gloria and Lenny have enjoyed traveling in recent years, with a trip to Switzerland, including the Alps, and Salzburg, Austria because Gloria always wanted to see where The Sound of Music was filmed. They also made three pilgrimage trips to the Holy Land, including Isreal, where Gloria walked in the footsteps of Jesus and traveled the path of Moses in Egypt and Jordan, and followed the ministry of Paul and John in Athens, Greece, and Ephesus, Turkey. Gloria met some of her best friends on these trips and felt the presence of Christ while touring the Holy Land and boating on the Sea of Galilee.

Gloria is survived by her husband Leonard Kenne; her three daughters: Heather Wonch, Oregon; Jeanette Langston, Vermont; Rebecca Couch, Idaho; her son: Shawn Kenne, Colorado; four sisters, two sisters-in-law, many nieces, and nephews, cousins, and her 14 grandchildren. She is predeceased by her parents, Charles and Mary Morrow.

Visitation and rosary for Gloria will begin at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at English Funeral Chapel, 1700 N Spokane Street, Post Falls, Idaho. A funeral mass will be held Thursday, February 18, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at St. George’s Catholic Church, 2004 N Lucas Street, Post Falls, Idaho, with the committal service to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. A reception will follow at English Funeral Chapel.

There was not a person Steve met who was not in some way touched by his infectious personality, booming voice and, most importantly, his generosity. He loved watching his grandchildren play and delighted in making them laugh. He was always quick with a joke, a good story or an unquestioned helping hand. Most of all, he cherished his family and lifelong friends. Sundays and Holidays were usually reserved for cookouts, watching games, reminiscing, and night-time card games where laughter was always in the air.

Visitation will be Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow. Donations may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society.

Health and Happiness. Peace and Love. Services are entrusted to Flanner Buchanan – Washington Park East. For a full length obituary and livestream information, please visit https://flannerbuchanan.com/obit/stephen-steve-arthur-koers/

In Steve’s family are the following BCHS Alumni: children Mark Koers ‘87 (daughter-in-law Dawn (Wiltshire) ’89); Matt Koers ‘92, Michelle (Koers) White,‘95 and Johnny Koers ‘98 (daughter-in-law Amanda (Shaffer) ’96) and grandchildren Meghan Koers ‘20, Sam Koers ‘22, Eddie Koers ‘23 and Molly Koers ‘23.

Angela’s love for travel led her to the airline industry where she began her career at AirTran Airlines, which was acquired several years later by Southwest Airlines. Her passion for efficient world-class excellence in travel coupled with her love for people from all over the world allowed Angela to flourish in her purpose as an Operations Supervisor, a position she embraced and was dedicated to for over 15 years.

Through Southwest Airlines, Angela was able to volunteer within her local Indianapolis community throughout the year. She spearheaded donation activities for her station, and always went above and beyond for her team, colleagues, family, and friends. A proponent of self-care, Angie embraced quiet time by lighting a candle, enjoying her favorite foods, and reading an entire book in one day. When she wasn’t resting, she could be found talking on the phone to her best friends or visiting loved ones. A movie buff, Angela enjoyed attending new movie releases at the local theatre with close friends and staying active in her local community with her family.

Angela lived the life she wanted. She was young, beautiful, kind-hearted, principled, and shared her inner beauty in such a powerful way that she left an awesome impression on many, whether on the job or on vacation. Angela truly loved her career in the airline industry, where she also served as a mentor to many of her colleagues, peers, and more. She adored her family and friends, with friendships of over 20 years, and she was in love with a man who truly adored her. As we mourn Angela leaving Earth, be comforted by the notion that we have gained an angel in Heaven. Angela is survived by her Mother-Denise Shockley-Reynolds, Father-William Shockley, Brother- Dr. KMT G. Shockley, Sister- Kimberly Shockley, Niece- Jade Miles, Nephew- Jaden Hasse, as well as Cousins, Aunts, and Uncles from near and far.

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The immediate family of Angie is grief-stricken and appreciates the support, but will hold a private ceremony for Angie’s funeral in the near future. The family is overwhelmed and appreciates your support during this unprecedented time. A Zoom Celebration of Life was held on Feb. 13.
In Angela’s family was BCHS alumna her sister, Kimberly, BCHS Class of ’93.

Paul was a longtime member of St. Pius X parish, where together with his wife JoAnn he was a strong supporter of Catholic education and a prayerful member of a small faith sharing group. He served on the parish Board of Education as well as the North Deanery Board of Education. Paul had retired after a long career as an engineer with P. R. Mallory and Emerson Electric. He demonstrated to his family the value of hard work with purpose, never putting his work above the needs and nurture of his family. His commitment as the ultimate protector of his wife and family was unequaled.

In retirement Paul was the most devoted Grandpa and Pop-Pop to his seven grandchildren. Paul loved spending time cheering them on at their sporting events, school activities, and dance recitals.

Paul is survived by his wife of 53 years Mrs. JoAnn R. (Lutz) Traub; children Dan (Tracey) Traub, Brian (Elaine) Traub, and Cindy (John Kindschuh) Traub; beloved grandchildren Nathan, Caty, Ryan, Andrew, Maggie, William, and Anna; siblings Jerry (Betsy) Traub, Anne Thompson, Pat (Alison Kothe) Traub, Joan (Mike Martin) Traub-Martin, and Martha (Alan) Nelson. Paul is preceded in death by his parents Bernard and Margaret Traub, sister Helen, brothers Donald and Timothy, and brother-in-law Al Thompson.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 1:30pm. COVID guidelines including masks and social distancing will be required. We welcome those unable to join in person to watch via livestream at facebook.com/spxparishindy. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. A celebration of Paul’s life will be planned for a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Pius X Catholic Church, Bishop Chatard High School, or the United Stroke Alliance at www.unitedstrokealliance.org.

Expressions of sympathy and loving memories for the Traub family may be shared at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com.

In Paul’s family are the following BCHS alumni: children Brian ’91, Cynthia ’97 and Dan ’89.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Magnify Church, 6727 Kutshill Drive NE, Rockford, MI. Deb’s family will greet relatives and friends one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gilda’s Club of Grand Rapids, the Alzheimer’s Association of Michigan, or the American Cancer Society of West Michigan. To share a photo, memory and to sign the online guestbook please visit www.stegengafuneralchapel.com

Daniel was co-captain of his varsity tennis team at Bishop Chatard and was a life-long tennis player. He was a certified lifeguard and worked at a community pool during the summer. He was a sports fan who also loved movies, books and comedy.

As a young child, Daniel truly lived in the moment. He experienced all that life had to offer with great intensity. Although he would have been a poor mechanical engineer, he had an inherent understanding of what made people tick. He won a spelling bee or two with his amazing memory. He showed incredible people skills at an early age and was happiest when he could be with others. He had the gift of gab and was a natural at sales as an adult.

The adult Daniel was a person of great loyalty and quick wit. Although he could be a little unorganized, he always had an upbeat view of life. One thing you noticed when spending time with Daniel was that his phone never stopped ringing. Calls and texts streamed in constantly. He always had a broad smile on his face as he texted someone back or spoke to them on the phone. If he changed jobs, he collected another handful of friends. He loved talking to old schoolmates, neighbors, or to be honest, everyone he encountered.

At his core, Daniel was a gentle soul and was very soft-hearted. Daniel loved life and was always busy making plans for the future. He had just ordered a passport and was planning on doing some traveling once the pandemic was under control. He looked forward to new experiences. He enjoyed going to the art cinema to catch a film or perusing the wares at the half price bookstore.

We will miss him terribly. Although this is not the timing any of us would have chosen for his death, Daniel openly discussed his Christian faith with us, so we know we will join him in heaven someday. We love and appreciate every one of you who were in Daniel’s life. This world will be a little more organized, but a lot less friendly without Daniel. He certainly would have wanted us all to love and support each other.

Due to the pandemic, a memorial service will be held at a later date at St. Simon Catholic Church.

He graduated from Bishop Chatard High School in 2008 and attended Wabash College and Purdue University. He worked in the restaurant industry before joining Hubler Automotive as a sales associate. He enjoyed golf, cooking, and spending time with family.

He is survived by his loving parents, Kevin and Kay Summers; brother, Chuck (Emily) Summers; grandfather, Kirby Julian; nephews, Tommy and Alexander Summers; and girlfriend, Malorie McDole.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Catherine Julian and paternal grandparents, Charles and Betty Summers.

Family and friends will gather on Thursday, January 7, 2021 from 4 to 7 p.m. in Lauck & Veldhof Funeral & Cremation Services, 1458 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis, where a rosary service will be held at 6:45 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Very Rev. Joseph Newton on Friday, January 8, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis IN 46205. Prayers will be said at the funeral home prior to Mass at 10:15 a.m. Burial will follow in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Indianapolis.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests a show of support via a donation to the Herren Project in Matthew’s honor.

The Funeral Mass will be live streamed on St. Joan of Arc’s YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/rwDQ4_qD7E8 Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.LauckFuneralHome.com.

Matthew’s brother, Chuck, was also a BCHS graduate in the Class of 2006.

David’s birthday was December 7, 2020 and he would have been 52 years old. He passed away the week before of natural causes at his home in Lafayette, In.

David graduated from St. Lawrence grade school in 1983 where he played 5-6 and 7-8 grade football. He also ran track and wrestled. David was an avid sport fan along with his dad, loving the Chicago Cubs and Indianapolis Colts. His passion was fishing at the family cottage in Buffalo, IN.where he caught many a cat fish.

David graduated from Chatard high School in 1987, where he played football for four years and ran track and wrestled. He entered the Navy in 1988. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Lee Loner – Lady Lake, Florida and his three sons. Cody Allen Spitler (his daughter Adelynn), Dreyk Howell, and Joseph M. Loner – US Navy. His sister, Stacey Lee Loner – Chinle, Arizona – Navaho reservation, niece Jerra Lee Kelly and nephews Joshua Loner and Jacob Dobson. Many loving Aunts and Uncles and many cousins!

David never met a dog, cat, bird, squirrel, chipmonk or any other animal that he didn’t successfully befriend immediately. He loved music, played the drums and sang with many groups.

David was preceded in death by his loving father, J. David Loner.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mary T. Klinger Veterans Resource Center, 420 N. 4th st. Lafayette, IN 47901 NOTE: for Loner Memorial or….PayPal https;//ww.mtkvets.org/donate/ Note: Loner Memorial in notes

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Mr. Warner’s wife, Wendy also is a BCHS graduate, in the Class of 1984.

She was a graduate RN from Saint Vincent School of Nursing in Indianapolis. She was the beloved wife of her late husband of 64 years Myron Ketcham Dill, MD and a loving mother to 7 children, loving grandmother to 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She was a member of Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church.

Edna is survived by her children Gregory S. (Sheryl) Dill, Jeffrey T. (Rebecca) Dill, Mary D. (Harvey) Garrison, Elizabeth A. (Jeffrey) Falcone, Myra T. Dill, Anthony N. (Melissa) Dill, Jenifer M. Dill, grandchildren Breelyn Dill, Eric (Lauren) Dill, Andrew (Shelley) Dill, Nathan Dill, Laura (Joel) Denis, Kymberly (Craig) Richardson, Jonathan Falcone, Jennifer Falcone, Vincent Falcone, Rachel Dill, Abigail Dill, Sara Dill, Mary Garrison and 13 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her 7 siblings.

A visitation for Edna will be held Friday, December 4, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at St Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4217 N Central Ave, Indianapolis, Indiana, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 AM. Entombment will take place at Calvary cemetery immediately following the service.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com for the Dill family.
In Edna’s family are the following BCHS alumni: daughter Jennifer Dill ’84, grandson Andrew Dill ’01.

Nicholas was a brilliant trial attorney and public defender in Marion county. He was a Pepperdine Alumni and a member of the Indiana State Bar Association.

Nicholas is survived by his parents, Bernie (Karen) McGuinness and Michele McGuinness; siblings, Bernie (Jennifer) McGuinness III, Dr. Maureen (Scott) Sampson, Shannon (Chris) Kennedy and Courtney Cooper; nephews and nieces, Bernie McGuiness IV, Elizabeth McGuinness, Emma McGuinness, Samantha McGuinness, Kate Sampson, Joey Sampson, Allie Sampson, Emily Duggan, Conrad Cooper, Clara Cooper, Brenna Cooper, Annabelle Kennedy and Shaeleigh Kennedy; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

A visitation will be held on Friday, October 9, 2020 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46240. A Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 7:00 PM. Entombment at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery will take place on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 10:30 AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made by mail to Autism Speaks, 1 East 33rd Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10016.

Nicholas was the son of Bernie J. McGuinness ’69; brother of Bernard McGuinness ’95 & Dr. Maureen (McGuinness) Sampson ’97. He was also brother of Shannon Kennedy and Courtney Cooper.

He worked as a respiratory therapist for over 45 years. David worked at Community Hospital, the I. U. Med. Center and Riley Children’s Hospital in Indianapolis. He worked at Florida Hospital South, Bert Fish Hospital and retired from Advent Health DeLand. David formed and actively participated in the Central Florida COPD support groups. He was known for his interesting wellness presentations on COPD throughout Florida.

David is survived by his wife MaryAnn Coridan Thompson, his brother John W. Thompson Jr (Karin) and his sister Cheryl Striewe (John). Also, his stepsons, Jon Pulley (Cathy) and Jacob Pulley (Stacy), grandsons Aaron Pulley and Keegan Pulley, loving nieces and nephews and extended family and friends. There will be no services at this time, but you may make a contribution in his name to your favorite charity. Alavon Direct Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.

Marcus loved life and loved everyone around him, never knowing a stranger. He enjoyed time with his family and many friends, fishing, gardening and riding his motorcycle. His favorite times were when family and friends gathered at his and Sandy’s home for parties and his famous campfires.

Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Sandy Seitz Cain of Nashville, grandson Marley Cain, sister Kathleen Cain St. John (Frank), brothers Jack (Nanette Jackson) and Dick (Cheryl). Nephews Justin Cain (Addy), Neil Cain (Jenny Ollikainen), Matt Cain, nieces Lacey St. John Hamilton (Dan), Holly St. John, Dakota Cain and Sierra Cain. Sister-in-law Nan Stiles (Kent), nieces and nephews Darby and Kerrie Stiles, Amber and Landon Hickman all of Arkansas, Matthew Seitz of Nashville, Bill Clinger of Texas and Josh Seitz of Bloomington and many great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Nathaniel Marcus Cain, and brothers Jimmy and Charlie.

A gathering of the family only was held on May 20, 2020. A celebration of life is being planned for a future date.

Bond-Mitchell Funeral Home in Nashville handled arrangements. Tributes may be posted on their website.

Dennis is survived by wife Cecelia “Corky” Foley, children: Bryan (Michelle) Foley; Christopher (Angie) Foley and Megan (Martin) Gutierrez; 7 grandchildren: Madison, Grace, Rylee, Raygan, Austin, Jaxson and Colton: siblings: Irene (Randy) Emmick, Maureen Foley, Patricia (Bob) Foley, Kevin (Melanie) Foley. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Tim, Brian and Terry Foley.

Visitation: Thurs, Feb. 13 from 4 to 8 pm at Seals Funeral Home, Fortville. Funeral Mass:Fri, Feb 14, 2020 at 11:00 am with calling from 10:00 am at St. Pius X Church in Indianapolis. Catholic burial: Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Indianapolis.

Dennis was the brother of the following BCHS Alumni: Timothy Foley ’66 and Irene (Foley) Emmick ’67.

Sister Cathy Ann was born on December 28, 1947, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was one of six children of John and Rosemary (Schwert) Robinson. She entered the Sisters of St. Benedict of Ferdinand in 1997 and made her profession of monastic vows in 1999.

She is survived by her brothers, Stephen and wife Barbara (Simpson), Richard and wife Carol Ann (Wyler), and Mark; sister Mary Jane Arnett and husband James; and nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death are her parents, John and Rosemary (Schwert) Robinson, and sister Sandra Robinson.

Sister Cathy Ann attended Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana, receiving her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing. She also received a master’s in pastoral studies from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Sister Cathy Ann worked as a pastoral associate for St. Simon Parish in Washington, Indiana, and St. Meinrad Parish in St. Meinrad, Indiana. She also worked as a nurse in Hildegard Health Center and Community Health at the monastery in Ferdinand, Indiana, and as a hospice nurse for St. Vincent’s Hospice in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Because of COVID-19 restrictions, visitation and funeral liturgies for the monastic community and family will be private. A limited public visitation for friends will be held on Friday, September 4, from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., and Saturday, September 5, from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. This public visitation will take place in the Alumnae Center of the monastery, not in the church.

Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand will oversee the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Benedict of Ferdinand.

**Information courtesy of The Sisters of St. Benedict of Ferdinand.

Jack is survived by parents, Steve and Cheryl Shockley; sister, Grace Liegibel (Brandon); brother, Peter Shockley; grandmother, Evelyn Gray; and nephew, Owen Liegibel.

Jack was preceded in death by his grandfather, David Gray; grandfather, Quentin Shockley; and grandmother, Roberta Shockley.

Visitation will be Monday, August 17, 2020 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5884 Crittenden Ave, Indianapolis, Indiana. Please follow social distancing guidelines when attending. The family will greet guests at the front of church from a distance. His Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 10:00 AM at the church with burial to follow in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Please be mindful of the limited capacity of the church. The service will be live streamed on the Facebook page of Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary and viewable on Jack’s obituary page at www.feeeneyhornakkeystone.com.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation through Catholic Relief Services (www.crs.org) to support the victims of the tragic explosion in Beirut, Lebanon.

Jack was the brother of BCHS alumni Grace ’07 and Peter ’08.

Jenny is survived by her husband, Chris Walker; daughter, Ellie Walker; brothers, Dan Doyle (Janet) and Tim Doyle (Becky); sister, Jamie Ismail (Ahmed); brother-in-law, George Dolen; nieces, Erin McCalley Homan (Alex), Dr. Katie McCalley, and Hannah Ismail; great nephew, JJ Homan; and great niece, Deborah “Bee” Homan.

A visitation will be held Sunday, April 26, 2020 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary, 2126 E 71st St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46220. Social distancing and 10 person gathering limits will be respected, please wait in your vehicle for instruction from staff to enter and be mindful of others waiting to pay their respects. Limited family members to include her husband, Chris and daughter, Ellie may be available to greet you but many others will not be in attendance to allow for more people to have an opportunity to say goodbye to Jenny. A private family funeral service will occur Monday, April 27, 2020 at 10:00 am at the funeral home which will be streamed on the Facebook page of Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary. Following the service from approximately 10:40 to 10:55 the procession will pause in front of St. Pius Catholic Church in the parking lot for those unable to attend to drive by and pay their respects to Jenny and the family in route to her private family interment at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jenny’s memory may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation, PO Box 776, Carmel, Indiana 46032, www.mdff.org; and Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 6520 N. Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33309, https://msfocus.org/Donate.aspx.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com for the Walker family.

Jenny is survived by the following BCHS alumni in her family: siblings: Dan, ’77, Tim ’79, Jamie ’82; brother in law: George Dolen ’79; nieces: Erin ’06, Katie ’09.

Cece is survived by her husband, Alexander (Al) Rodger. They had three daughters, Michele (Paul) Spencer, Angela (Chip) Wood and Kelly (Alan) Short, and eight grandchildren: Catherine and Grant Spencer, Emily and Ethan Wood, Julianna, Cooper, Stella and Henry Short. Preceding Cece in death were her parents. She is also survived by her siblings, Richard (Debbie) Carriger, Mary Ann Franklin and James (Tonia) Carriger and her nieces and nephews.

Cece’s career encompassed working with her parents in their family businesses and owning the Rodger Insurance Agency. She was a long time member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church where she was an active parishioner and school volunteer. Cece’s greatest joys were being with her family, gardening, and giving back to the community through her volunteer work.

A private committal service will take place at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Fishers. A Memorial Mass and Celebration for Cece will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Indiana Parkinson Foundation. Friends may leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com.

Cece was also the grandmother of current BCHS student Catherine Spencer.

Anna Marie was also the sister of BCHS graduate Joan Proctor Kimbley, ’71.

Barbara is survived by her son Steve May, her grandchildren Quentin May and Mya May, her sisters Kathleen Cunningham Dupont, Cynthia (George) Kirles, Nancy (David) Famulari, and her many nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews. Barbara was predeceased by her son Jeffrey May and her husband Wayne Young.

Barbara was loved and will be greatly missed, and her memory will be cherished by all who knew her. The calling and memorial service will be held on Saturday November 16th beginning at 1:00PM at Leppert Mortuary 740 E. 86th., Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240 In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The American Cancer Society.

Ron is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 42 years, Celeste Thompson; his mother, Evelyn; his sons, Joe (Erin) and Lee (Katie). He was the proud grandpa of Macie, Allison, Lucas and Anna. Ron is also survived by his sisters, Patty Keenan and Debbie Carter (Les). He will be deeply missed by many lifelong friends.

Ron was the President of Industrial Sales & Engineering. He had more than 40 years of experience in the industrial automation field. Ron was a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church. He was a proud supporter of Butler University where his sons Joe and Lee are graduates. Ron was a good man who enjoyed time spent at the lake with his family and being with his grandkids.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at St. Pius X Parish, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis, Indiana 46240. The family will receive friends and family at the church on Tuesday, September 24th from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. He will be laid to rest at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens following the Mass on Wednesday.

Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Joe and Barb Krier Foundation at Krierfoundation.org and/or the Daughters of Holy Mary of the Heart of Jesus, 700 Lovers Ln., Steubenville, OH 43953.

Brian Huffine, was born on July 22, 1964 and passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019.

Brian was a resident of Indiana at the time of passing.

Brian was a 1982 graduate of Bishop Chatard High School.

Visitation was Wednesday, July 31, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church, 1827 Kessler Blvd., Indianapolis. JUL 31. 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EDT) Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel 9900 N. Allisonville Road Indianapolis, IN, 46038 Mass of Christian Burial AUG 1. 11:00 AM (EDT) Christ the King Catholic Church 1827 Kessler Boulevard East Drive Indianapolis, IN, 46220 Mass of Christian Burial begins.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Huffine Scholarship Fund, in care of Brian Huffine, at 8651 Castle Park Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46256.

Mary Beth is survived by her husband of 25 years, Max; step children, Shelley (Curt) Parrott, Greg Breedlove, and Tracey (Greg) Collins; 8 grandchildren; and brother, Joseph (Janet) O’Connell. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jack O’Connell.

Mary Beth was owner of the Lebanon Travel Agency for five years and was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Indianapolis. She loved to cook and travel, and was well known for her homemade candies.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 12:00 PM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis, IN., with calling also at the church beginning at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church or the American Heart Association, Midwest Affiliate, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674

Aaron moved back to Indianapolis where he began working for Gannett in downtown Indianapolis as a Graphic Artist, having worked there 5 years at the time of his death. Aaron loved to spend time with his family, friends, his beloved dogs, Stella and Stoli; and enjoyed boating on Geist Reservoir, snow skiing and being outdoors. However, his greatest passion from a young age was his art, some of which may be viewed at www.aaronmoreillon.carbonmade.com.

Aaron is survived by his parents; twin brothers, Connor and Shane Moreillon; paternal grandparents, Archie and Joyce Moreillon of Anderson, IN; and maternal grandparents, James and Suzann Laughlin of Elkhart, IN.

Aaron is also survived by many uncles, aunts and several cousins, Kurt and Kathy Moreillon and their 2 children; Jill Laughlin and her 3 children, Christopher and Colleen Laughlin and their 9 children, Kevin and Melissa Laughlin and their 4 children, Dr. Michael and Maureen Campbell and their 4 children, Colleen Lawrence and her 2 children. Aaron was preceded in death by 2 uncles, Timothy Laughlin and Corey Lawrence.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 from 12pm – 1pm at St. Simon the Apostle Catholic Church, 8155 Oaklandon Rd, Indianapolis, with a Memorial Mass immediately following. A celebration of Aaron’s life will be held privately following the services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are encouraged to the American Cancer Society. Friends are invited to leave online condolences for the family at www.flannerbuchanan.com.

Carolyn was an ABA Therapist for autistic children. She was a member of St. Joan of Arc Parish. She loved decorating her home and spending time with her family, especially her daughters. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Carolyn is survived by her loving husband, Lance Reutter; daughters, Kate and Anna Reutter; parents, Steve and Mary Ellen Dickmeyer; sisters, Katie (Tim) Healy, Teresa (Peter) Leenhouts and Barbara (Chris Schenck) Dickmeyer; nieces and nephews, Norah Healy, Liam Healy, Fiona Healy, Charlie Leenhouts and James Leenhouts. parents-in-law Glenn and Marlene Reutter; sister-in-law, Lindsey Lareau; and brother-in-law, Landon (Megan) Reutter. Carolyn was preceded in death by her grandparents, Arthur and Barbara Helms and Russell and Mary Margaret Dickmeyer.

In lieu of flowers, the family has opened an account at Chase for the education and welfare of Kate and Anna. Funds may be sent via www.zellepay.com to kate.anna.reutter@gmail.com or by check payable to Kate and Anna Reutter and mailed to Lance Reutter, 6013 Camelback Ct., Indianapolis, IN 46250.

Carolyn was the sister of the following BCHS alumni: Katie ’99, Teresa ’02 and Barbara ’13.

Visitation is 4-8 pm, Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 at Feeney-Hornak Shadeland Mortuary, 1307 N. Shadeland Ave., Indianapolis, IN and 1 hour prior to mass at the church. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM, Thursday at Little Flower Catholic Church, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis, IN.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of James to the Go Fund Me Account set up in his name.

Mike is survived by his wife, Ann Howard; daughter, Caitlan C. Delehanty (Brian Tyree); mother, Meryl Delehanty; brothers, Timothy Delehanty (Kim) and Patrick Delehanty (Ann); and many nieces and nephews.

Mike was preceded in death by his first wife, Melody Ann Delehanty; father, Leonard Delehanty; and brother, Kevin Delehanty.

Visitation will be held Saturday, January 19, 2019 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at St Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Dr, Indianapolis, Indiana. His Mass of Christian Burial will occur Saturday, January 19, 2019 at 1:00 PM at the church with burial to follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mike’s memory may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society, 3500 Depauw Blvd, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com for the Delehanty family.

Mike was brother to the following BCHS graduates: Tim Delehanty ’81 (husband to Kim, Trojan Tots teacher); Patrick Delehanty and the late Kevin Delehanty ’77.

Mary Pat Flynn, the daughter of Edward J. Flynn and Eleanora F. Flynn, passed away on January 14th, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana, the city of her birth. Pat graduated from Ivy Tech with an Associates degree, serving as a Legal Assistant with Barnes and Thornburg for almost 43 years. She was a traveler, enjoying trips to England, Ireland, France, Australia, New Zealand, Tasmania, and most recently, Italy. Pat was athletic and enjoyed competitive swimming and bowling in her youth, then other adventures as she grew older: zip lining through a tropical rain forest, walking across the Sidney Harbor Bridge, and scaling down the side of a 30-story office building. Pat was also very generous: the first one to respond to a need, sign up for a charitable walkathon, or donate to a cause. Pat was an avid cook, often catering weddings and other family events. Pat was not only a Great Aunt, she was the greatest aunt, sister, friend, and co-worker. She was a fierce, formidable, force of nature who was also loyal, compassionate, generous, and understanding.

Mary Pat is survived by her sisters Noreen (Paul) Tasker, Elizabeth (Robert) Wilson, and Jennifer (Scott) Fulton; and her brothers Joseph (Kathy) Flynn, Michael Flynn, Dennis Flynn, Robert (Carol) Flynn, and Daniel (Debbie) Flynn; 17 nieces and nephews; and 8 great-nieces and great-nephews.

Visitation will be held at Christ the King Church, 5884 Crittenden Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220, from 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. on January 26th, 2019, starting with a Rosary led by a family member. A Mass of Christian Burial begins at 12:00 P.M, followed immediately by a Peace Meal at Tuohy Hall.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society or the Leukemia Foundation are welcome.

Mary Pat was sister to the following alumni: Noreen Flynn Tasker ’66; Elizabeth Flynn Wilson ’71; Jennifer Flynn Fulton ’76; Michael Flynn ’70 and the late Dennis Flynn ’80

Carole was the sister to the following BCHS alumni:
Bill Schaefer ’70; Diane Schaefer ’72; Bob Schaefer ’79 and Tom Schaefer ’83.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Luke Catholic, where he was married, on Thursday December 6th at 11:00 AM. Family and friends will gather on Wednesday December 5th from 3:00 to 7:00 PM in Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel, 740 East 86th Street

To share a memory of Jack please visit www.leppertmortuary.com or to arrange a memorial gift instead of flowers to Indiana School for the Blind (Attn: Yuletide Celebration) which he has supported for many years.

Jack was a member of the Bishop Chatard Class of 1965.

Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, and his older brother, James R. Craig. He is survived by his sister, Elizabeth Craig Fox, of Northallerton, England and his cousin, Cynthia L. Lewis of Indianapolis, who, along with her family, cared for him at the end of his life.

There will be no services, but condolences may be left online at CrownHill.org. Memorial Contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels of Indianapolis.
Thomas was a member of the Bishop Chatard Class of 1967.

John was the brother of the following BCHS alumni: Theresa Ward ’79, Daniel Ward ’80 and Jackie Neil ’82.

He is survived by his brothers, Dan Doyle (Janet) and Tim Doyle (Becky); sisters, Jamie Ismail (Ahmed) and Jenny Walker (Chris); brother-in-law, George Dolen; four nieces, Erin McCalley Homan (Alex), Dr. Katie McCalley, Ellie Walker, and Hannah Ismail; and great nephew, JJ Homan.

The Doyle family would like to express our gratitude to the Chatard Class of ’75, the Dinner Angels, and those dear friends, who for 10 years volunteered nightly and came to Mack’s aid.

Visitation will be 9:00 am to 11:00 am Monday, July 30 at Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary, 2126 E. 71st St., Indianapolis, IN 46220. Following will be a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 am at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46220 with a luncheon immediately following in the church hall. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Indianapolis.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation, www.mdff.org, PO Box 776 Carmel, IN 46032.

Online condolences may be left at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com

‘Mack’ was a member of the BCHS Class of 1975. He is preceded in death by two sisters who were alumni, Debbie (Doyle) McCalley ’74 and Jody (Doyle) Dolen ’80 and had these alumni in his family: brothers and sisters: Dan Doyle ’77, Tim Doyle ’79, Jamie Ismail ’82 and Jenny Walker ’88; and nieces: Erin (McCalley) Homan ’06; Dr. Katie McCalley ’09 and Hannah Ismail ’21.

Visitation will be on Friday July 20 at Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary, 2126 E. 71st Street, Indianapolis from 4 pm to 8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday July 21, at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Drive, Indianapolis at 10:30 am with visitation an hour before service. Following the graveside service at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, 9700 Alisonville Rd., Indianapolis, a reception to follow at Capri Restaurant 2602 Ruth Dr., Indianapolis.

Memorials in Sandra’s name may be made to The American Cancer Society.

Robb is survived by Catherine Behrman, the love and strength of his life; his children, Annie, Emily, and Ben; children’s mother, Tina McGinnis; his father Daniel T. McGinnis and step-mother Antoinette McGinnis; his mother Jo Ann Stevenson; six brothers, Dan, Dave, Joe, Brad, Matt, Zack; two sisters, Beth and Jennifer. Robb’s extended family includes seven nephews and five nieces.

A Celebration of Robb’s life will be Monday, July 2, 2018, at Leppert Mortuary- Nora Chapel, 740 E. 86th Street from 4-8 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, July 3, 2018, at St. Luke Catholic Church, 7575 Holliday Drive East, at 11:00 a.m. Robb says Go Cubs and bring another World Series!

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the family for the care of his children.

To share a memory, please visit www.leppertmortuary.com.

Robb was a member of the BCHS Class of 1984 and the father of BCHS alum, Annie, Class of 2013.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday May 10 at 11 am at St. Matthew Catholic Church with a gathering from 10 – 11 am. Memorials in Steve’s name may be made to Bishop Chatard Athletic Association. Remembrances and thoughts may be made at www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com Services entrusted to Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary. He is survived by many including his 2 sisters who are also Bishop Chatard alumni: Michelle (Jones) Boyd ’89 and Nicole Jones ’93.

David is survived by his loving wife: Julia “Julie” Valenti Drew, and his triplets: Maren, David and Caroline Drew. His parents; William and Jane (Clark) Drew and siblings; William (Diane) Drew, James (Jennifer) Drew and Jane (Dax) Pisacane. Parents-in-law are Joseph and Karen Valenti. Julie graciously thanks the St. Luke families for their care and prayers along with the numerous medical institutions for their loving care of David. Through your profound love and generosity, you have filled David’s family with hope and provided a home away from home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 11:00am in St. Luke Catholic Church. Visitors are welcome on Friday, January 5th in the St. Luke Gym from 3:00 to 7:00pm with a Rosary said at 6:00pm. Words of remembrance following the rosary. Additional calling will be Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00am in the Fr. Paul Courtney parlor.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the David Drew Brain Cancer Research Fund https://www.fidelitycharitable.org/docs/Contribution.pdf Account number 1139687.

You are invited to visit www.leppertmortuary.com to leave a condolence for the Drew family or share a memory of David. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel.
His brother James and sister-in-law Jenny are both members of the Class of 1988.

Steve is survived by his parents, Roger and Nancy; brothers, Benjamin and Christopher Rayl; sisters, Cathy Williams and Emily (Bryan) Elrod; and his nephews, James and Alex.

Calling: 5-8pm, Fri., Oct. 6, 2017 at Flanner and Buchanan- Washington Park East, 10722 E. Washington St, Indianapolis and 9-10am, Sat., Oct. 7th at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 6944 East 46th St, Indianapolis, where his Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 10am.  Burial: Washington Park East Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Steve Rayl Memorial Fund.

Family and friends are encouraged to visit Steve’s online tribute page at www.flannerbuchanan.com. Steve was a BCHS graduate in the Class of 2016.

Above all, Zac loved spending time with his family and friends. His smile and big, blue eyes brought a spirit of joy into every room he entered. The kindness Zac gave unconditionally to his family, friends, and even complete strangers should be an inspiration to all of us.

Zac is survived by his parents Chris and Jennifer Baker Burton, his brothers Nicolas (Lauren) and Christopher (Erin Hays), sister Mande Miskewycz (Darian), grandparents Woody and Sondra Baker, grandmother Jean Burton, aunts and uncles Randy Baker (Cricket) and Randy Snyder (Susie), cousins Mollie Baker, Joe Snyder, Meghan Snyder Pavek (Kyle), and many other loving relatives and friends. Zac is proceeded in death by his Aunt Susie Snyder.

Visitation will be Sunday, September 10, 2017 from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. at Holy Spirit Parish at Geist, 10350 Glaser Way, Fishers, IN 46037. Visitation on Monday, September 11, 2017 will be at 10 a.m., followed by Mass at 11 a.m. at Holy Spirit Parish at Geist. Burial will immediately follow at Washington Park Cemetery, 10612 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46229.

In lieu of flowers, please make your contributions payable to Holy Spirit Parish at Geist for the Zac43 Foundation that is being established in his honor. Your contributions to this foundation are deeply appreciated by our family. Holy Spirit Parish at Geist, 10350 Glaser Way, Fishers, IN 46037, 317-849-9245, janhamilton@hspgeist.org

Flanner and Buchanan-Washington Park East assisting the family with arrangements.
Zac was a member of the BCHS Class of 2008. His brother Nicolas graduated in 2005 and his youngest brother Chris also attended Bishop Chatard.

Dan was a true American patriot. At the age of seventeen, he entered the military, volunteering for service to his country. He served in the Vietnam war at great personal cost, as he later suffered from the effects of PTSD and Agent Orange.  Dan was proud of his service to his country, and in his later years, he was seldom seen without the cap identifying him as a “Vietnam Veteran.” It warmed his heart to receive a handshake and a “Thank you for your service,” from strangers expressing gratitude.

Dan Veza was a Vietnam veteran, a loving son, a caring brother, a supportive uncle, and a friend to all who met him. He knew no strangers. He was deeply committed and loyal to his family, wanting only love and acceptance in return. He was extremely close to many of his nephews and nieces; he loved spending time with them when he traveled home from California to visit with those family members who loved and accepted him. His sweet, generous spirit was evident to all who truly knew him.

Dan was preceded in death by his father, Daniel T. Veza; his mother, Marjorie J. Veza; his younger brother, Thomas F. Veza; his wife, Joan Veza; and his stepson, Carlo Flora. He will be sorely missed by those who knew and loved him.        Daniel was a BCHS graduate in the Class of 1967 and served as the BCHS honorary football captain during the 2016 Homecoming game.

Rose leaves behind her beloved husband Chuck and incredible sons Will and Kevin. She is also survived by her parents Cliff and Mary Ann Seufert; siblings Joe (Krissy) Seufert, John Seufert, and Kathleen (Drew) Grimes, all of Indianapolis, Dan Seufert of South Lake Tahoe, CA, Jim (Mindy) Seufert of Grand Rapids, MI, Theresa (Mike) Sispera of Grand Haven, MI , David (Lynn) Seufert of Louisville, KY, Steve (Sara) Seufert of Denver, CO and Mike Seufert of Salt Lake City, UT, in addition to numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Memorial donations can be made to Carriage House Preschool, 890 Airport Rd., Breckenridge, CO 80424. The best way to honor Rose, however, is to gather friends and/or family together and go outside and enjoy nature’s gifts.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 9, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Carter Park in Breckenridge, Colorado.

Bailey-Kent Funeral Home of Silverthorne is assisting the family with arrangements. Please visit www.kentfuneralhomes.com to leave a condolence or remembrance for Rose’s family.
Rose was one of 9 children who attended BCHS between 1983-1996. Thank you for keeping her and her family in your prayers. Rose’s siblings who are BCHS alumni are: Joseph ’83, John ’85, Daniel ’88, James ’90, Theresa Sispera ’92, David ’93, Steve ’95 and Kathleen Grimes ’96.

She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Kevin Kirkpatrick; 3 sons, Paul (Lisa), Peter (Jasmine), and Philip Kirkpatrick; 5 grandchildren, Kelyn, Klaire, Teresa, Thomas, and Ryan; and 4 sisters, Diane Marschke, Mary Anne Jaynes, Jeanne Cox, and Linda Collins. Her family will be forever grateful for the love and support they received from her family, friends, and caretakers.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 30 at Feeney-Hornak Keystone Mortuary, 2126 E 71st St, Indianapolis, IN 46220 and 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5884 Crittenden Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46220. Her Mass of Christian burial will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 31 at the church with entombment of her urn to follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Indianapolis at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to: The American Red Cross, 1510 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46202 or Riley Children’s Foundation, 30 South Meridian St., Suite 200 Indianapolis, IN 46204.
Janie was the sister of the following BCHS Alumni: Diane Marschke ’67; Mary Ann Jaynes ’71 and Jeanne Cox ‘73.

Mason’s sister, Jillian is a 2010 BCHS graduate.

She is survived by her parents Neil and Marlene Schafer of Indianapolis; mother, Pamela Prickett-Schafer of South Carolina; sisters, Ashley (Brandon) Hardin of New Castle, IN and Emily Schafer of Steubenville, OH; brother, James (Charlotte Haffner) Schafer of New Castle, IN; step-siblings, Josh (Kim) McCullough and Michelle (Darryl) Griffin both of Indianapolis; boyfriend, Will Craig of Evansville as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Richard Dakin, James Schafer, Rita Dakin-Schafer, Forrest and Jeanette Prickett and a cousin, GiGi Schafer.

Visitation will be on Sunday, March 12, 2017 from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 6:30 p.m. at Legacy Cremation & Funeral Services – Lawrence, 5215 N. Shadeland Ave., Indianapolis. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, March 13, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 6950 E. 46th Street, Indianapolis. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Indianapolis.

Memorials in honor of Alison can be made to the Little Red Door Cancer Agency.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Please visit www.legacycremationfuneral.com to leave a condolence for the family.
Allison is survived by family members including her sister Emily, BCHS class of 2010 and brother James, BCHS Class of 2011.

Michael was a member of the BCHS Class of 1980. He was the brother of the following BCHS alumni: Angi ’86, Lynn ’73 and Susan ’68.

Chris graduated from Christ the King grade school in 2002 and went on to Bishop Chatard High School. He graduated in 2006, and went on to attend Ball State University to study radio and television. He worked in kitchen management for various restaurants, but most recently enjoyed working as a freelance tech for sports television. Chris loved fishing and golfing at the lake with his family, and cheering on his favorite team, the Indianapolis Colts.

Chris is survived by his mother, Sue O’Connor, his brothers Michael O’Connor (Ellen) and Ryan O’Connor (Kim), his sister Colleen Fuydal (Chris), and his niece and nephews Allison, Joey and Anthony Fuydal. He is preceded in death by his father, Michael J. O’Connor.

Services will be held Friday, November 25th at Leppert Mortuary Nora Chapel from 4-8 p.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 26th at Christ the King Catholic Church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bishop Chatard High School or Christ the King Catholic School.
Chris was the brother of the following BCHS alumni: Ryan O’Connor, ’00; Colleen Fuydal, ’89 and Michael O’Connor, ’87.

Kyle was baptized in Jesus name and filled with the precious gift of the Holy Ghost at Grace Apostolic Church under the late Bishop Larry J. Hunt, where he served as Junior Usher, Media/Audio, Youth Musician and President of the Youth Choir. Kyle also worked with the stage and technical production of Upon This Rock, an Easter Passion Play.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 19, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Grace Apostolic Church with additional calling on Wednesday, April 20, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m. Entombment is at Crown Hill Cemetery.

He is survived by his mother, Kathy O’Neal; father, Wilburt Guyton (Linda); three brothers, Wilburt Westmoreland, Dominique Guyton and Thomas Williams; sister, Cassandra Westmoreland; and a host of aunts, uncle other extended family and friends.

Final arrangements have been entrusted to Stuart Mortuary, Inc. Expressions of condolence and sympathy should be directed to: www.stuartmortuary.com.

Scott was born at Methodist Hospital on June 22, 1979. He attended the Bureau of Jewish Education Preschool and Kindergarten, St. Thomas Aquinas for grade school, Bishop Chatard High School, and Ball State University. He graduated from Ball State with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Criminology.

Scott always wanted to be in law enforcement, and following his education he was employed by the Delaware County Sheriff’s Department as a Corrections Officer for many years and as a patrolman in Eaton, Indiana. Scott developed a serious heart condition and was plagued by several resulting medical issues. The family is grateful for the support and tenderness exhibited by the EMTs and paramedics of the Indianapolis Police Department and the officers and chaplain of the Indianapolis Police Department.

Scott is survived by his much loved wife, April Smith-Cook, and a much loved son, Henry Lashawn Cook, age six months. He also leaves behind his grieving parents, Dr. David and Lynda Cook, his brother, Brian, his Second Mother Elizabeth Roffey, and his Sort-of-Brother and Best Friend Julien Roffey, his mother-in-law Algene Smith and brother-in-law, Eddie Smith, a sister-in-law, Veronica Carpenter, aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins, and friends.

A service for Scott will be private for family and invited friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the education of Scott’s son, Henry. Please send to Henry Cook, c/o April Smith-Cook, 501 Copley Place, Indianapolis, IN, 46290.
Scott was the brother of BCHS alumnus, Brian Cook, ’00.

She is survived by her husband, Rick Guimont; children, Jon (Jenny) Guimont, Jennifer (Todd) Caddell, and Michael Guimont; siblings, Richard, Carole Carnes, John, and Kevin; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Maureen and brother Patrick.

BCHS alumni in her family are siblings: Richard (Buddy) Hennessey ’69; Carole (Hennessey) Carnes ’70 and John Hennessey ’77.

While he loved people and never met a stranger, Ari’s opponents on the football field wore targets on their backs. He was a warrior and a fierce athlete. He excelled as a running back for the Bishop Chatard High School, and earned two State Title rings in his freshman and sophomore years. As an All City and All State recipient, Ari still holds many unbroken records at BCHS, a school known for great running backs. Playing football at BCHS is a Pappas family, time-honored tradition. Seven Pappas boys have dominated the field over the years including his father, Joe and brothers, Angelo and Nick. A student at Ivy Tech University, Ari was witty, funny and loving. He was a voracious reader, a movie buff and a lover of life. He was quite simply a joy to know and to love.

Ari was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Peggy Sue Pappas; and grandfathers, Ralph Beber and William Pappas. He is survived by his father, Joseph (Heather) Pappas of Westfield; brothers, Angelo Pappas, Nick (Casey) Pappas, and Kyle Pappas of Indianapolis; step-brothers, Nolan and Cameron Jaffe; grandmothers, Joyce Beber of Cicero and Eleanor Pappas of Indianapolis; special nieces, Bella, Teah, Sofia, Jalynn and Zoey; loving aunts; uncles; cousins; nieces; nephews; and many devoted friends.

Foley died at home and surrounded by family after a long fight with cancer, his law firm said in a news release. He tried more than 50 jury trials, representing insurers and their customers in complex product liability cases, toxic chemical exposure lawsuits and commercial litigation. His firm listed a billion-dollar insurance coverage fight over silicone breast implants, multimillion-dollar fire cases and asbestos cases among his key victories.

He co-founded the law firm with Kyle Mansfield in 1989. He built the firm’s core Minneapolis practice and the toxic exposure lawsuit defense operations in California. Foley & Mansfield now has offices in Chicago; Detroit; Grand Rapids, Mich.; Los Angeles; Miami; New York City; Oakland, St. Louis; and Seattle.

“Steve was a brilliant strategist, a daunting opponent, a strong role model to numerous young attorneys and a brilliant friend to all who had the privilege to know and work with him,” Mansfield said in a statement. “His keen wit, intelligence, drive and vision has been key to the development of our firm’s culture and continued success these past 25 years.”

Foley also was an avid golfer and cyclist and co-founded the Foley & Mansfield Charitable Foundation.

He is survived by his wife, Lynn; children Lindsey, Kaitlyn and Dylan; brothers William, Michael and John; sister, Liz; and extended family.

In Steve’s family were these BCHS alumni: his brothers: John, ’66 and Michael, ’74 and his sister, Liz, ’78.

Tom worked over 30 years as a senior paralegal at Linder and Hollowell Law Firm. He formed the Indianapolis Paralegal Association and contributed research and articles to the Annual Surveys of Fidelity and Surety, published by the International Association of Insurance Law Council for a period in excess of ten years.

He was preceded in death by his brother, James P. Cross and sister, Lisa Harper. He is survived by his brothers, Warren W. “Bill” (Patricia) Cross and David E. (Charleen) Cross; ten nieces and nephews; six great-nieces and nephews and a host of dear cousins, friends and associates.

Tom’s brother, David, ’68 is also a BCHS graduate.

Mary Ann Rene, 65, Indianapolis, passed away on June 3. She was a 1967 graduate of Bishop Chatard.

Colleen was the wife of BCHS Alum Bill Nelson, ’73 and the sister of the following BCHS alumni: Tim Sullivan ’72, Tom Sullivan ’72, Marianne (Sullivan) Cappel ’73, Mike Sullivan ’77, John Sullivan ’81 and Suzanne (Sullivan) Richards ’86.

A 1996 graduate of Bishop Chatard, he attended Ball State and the University of Southern Indiana. He worked in restaurant management where he was loved by his co-workers and customers alike. His biggest passion was for mentoring children through sports. He loved all kinds of sports and coached little league baseball and football for 7 years.

He is survived by his mother, Tami Lynn DiBella-Sweet; grandmother, Schearlene Sebastian; aunts, Teri (Mark) Freels and Renee Davis; uncles, Frank Sebastian and Sean Davis; close family friends, Linda (Bill) Hampton, Tonya Jiles, Rachael and Tanner Bennett. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Bud Sebastian and Richard Sweet; great-grandmother, Ida Mae Ost.

He was a 1971 graduate of Bishop Chatard High School. He was an avid sports fan and loved watching the Colts and Pacers. He enjoyed spending time with family and is survived by his siblings, Mary Ellen Martin, Jim (Peg) Martin and Sally (Bruce) Hale, his nieces and nephews are Katie (Mike) Dillon, Courtney Martin and Tucker Hale and great-nephew, James Dillon. He will be missed by many friends.

Mark’s sister, Sally (Martin) Hale is a BCHS aluma, Class of 1976.

Melissa was an Indianapolis resident, graduated from Bishop Chatard High School, Purdue University as well as University of Indianapolis for her Master’s Degree. She had an enormous smile that lit up any room and could correct the spelling of those from Webster’s.

Melissa was beautiful and intelligent and her wit was unmatched. More than anything she LOVED being an Aunt to her brother and sister’s children. If you are a friend or a member of Melissa’s family, there is not a doubt in your mind about the love she had for you. She will be sorely missed by all of us.

Melissa is survived by her loving mother, Rebeka Franklin (step-father, Danny Franklin); her siblings, Nicole and Christopher Morris; her niece, Rebeka Woodley and her nephews, Charlie and Sam Morris.