Phillip was a graduate of Whiteland High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and worked for Allison Engine Company/Rolls-Royce of North America for over 40 years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and golfer. He was a kind man who loved his family and worked hard to provide a good life.
Shirley Brothers Thompson Road Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.
ANITA M. BARRA, 82, sisters, Alana Barra, Adela Cooper and Amelia Sowders; roommate, Barbara Kuhn.
She was a member of Gracepoint Church and was a beloved Aunt and animal lover. She retired after 52 years as a Registered Nurse.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 18, 2023 at G.H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227.
MARGARET BLETTNER, 100, widow of Don Blettner; son, Dale (Susan); two grandsons; three great-granddaughters; sister, Dorothy Keller.
In her early 20’s she moved to Indianapolis and met the love of her life Don Blettner. They enjoyed camping, fishing, sailing, gardening, playing cards and relished being with family and friends.
Margaret was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. She lived her final years at a nursing facility where her warm personality and gentle spirit continued to shine and made a lasting impression on those she met.
Arrangements have been entrusted to G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home.
ARTHER LEE BOLTON, 82, wife, Betty Jane Bolton; children, Penny McGowan (Virt), April Ubank, Peggy, Arthur Jr. (Rebecca), Russ (Melissa), and William “Ed” Bolton; siblings, William and Roger Bolton, Mary Staples, Karen Christie; 20 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren.
He was head of maintenance for St. Bernadette Catholic Church for 19 years. Arther was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. Family was everything to him. He was a member of The Bible Group.
Visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 17, 2023 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Thompson Road Chapel, 3333 E. Thompson Road.
FRED K. CARSON, 73, wife, Sharlene Carson; children, Christopher (Tina) and Joel (Jayme) Carson, Alicia (Don) Garver; sisters, Clara Belle, Irene, Virginia, and Helen.
Fred adored his family and lovingly had nicknames for all of his children and grandchildren. He was known as the funniest man in the room, a trait he passed on to his children. He enjoyed fishing, playing golf and cooking. He loved classic country music, and some fond memories include him singing to us no matter the time or place. Fred had a lifelong love of animals.
Wilson St Pierre Funeral Home handled arrangements.
STEFANO LUIGI CARLO DI MARCO, 61, widower of Lisa Di Marco; significant other, Julie Serber; her two boys, Luke and Brody; daughters Victoria Knapp (Brian), Gabriela Stanley (Michael); sister, Laura Di Marco; three grandsons.
Stefano came from Venezuela to study and attended Indiana State University where he graduated and obtained his U.S. Citizenship. He worked as a powder coating distributor at ITW GEMA. He enjoyed nothing more than a strong cup of espresso and a good piece of parmigiana from Italy with a glass of wine.
G.H. Herrmann Funeral Home Greenwood handled arrangements.
DIANNA L. GRAY, 77, son, Troy Gray; one grandson; brother, Charles Lauer.
Dianna loved to play solitaire and work on her gem art. She was also very involved in researching her family’s ancestry. She was a long-time member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Forest Lawn Memory Gardens handled arrangements.
JUDITH ANN HENDRICKSON, 81, widow of Ronald Hendrickson; children, Christopher Hendrickson (Carol Craig) and Lori Mills; two grandchildren.
Judith was a devoted member of Risen Lord Lutheran Church where she also was Treasurer. She was a lover of dogs and wolves and rescued multiple dogs during her later years.
Forest Lawn Memory Gardens handled arrangements.
CONSTANCE LEE “CONNIE” O’CONNOR HENSCHEN, 79, husband, Albert Henschen; children, Michael Henschen, Laura Carter (Wayne), Dianna Popp and Pamela Poynter (Tim); siblings, Annie Alexander (Bill), Marylou Crider (Jim), Patty Milharcic (Mike), Susie Tetrick, Debbie Eck, Tom (Connie) and Bill O’Connor (Kathy); 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.
Connie graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1961. Connie was receiving manager at Kmart for 24 years. Her hobbies included crossword puzzles, baking and cooking. She loved shopping, traveling and cardinal bird watching. She enjoyed hosting gatherings.
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions was entrusted with arrangements.
BARBARA R. HERRON, 88, widow of James P. Herron; children, David (Theresa), Mark (Perri), Bob (Cindy), Tim (Jenny), and James (Julie) Herron, Cathy (Tim) Collins and Deborah (Michael) Keaton; 23 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren.
She was a member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandkids. She also enjoyed playing cards, cooking, walking, and going to Mass.
Arrangements have been entrusted to G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home.
EDNA LOUISE HOOVER, 93, husband, John Hoover; children, Steve (Noli Bentley) and Mary Hoover (Alex Hess); three grandchildren; one great-grandson.
G. H. Herrmann Greenwood was entrusted with arrangements.
H. LEO HORNBROOK, 95, widower of Bonnie; son, Michael (Rita) Hornbrook; six grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; sister, Norma.
Leo loved people and loved meeting new folks. Let’s say, he knew no strangers. He loved bowling with Bonnie and talking everyone’s ears off.
He loved eating at Fujiyama and Lindo Mexico. He worked for Roselyn Bakery for 50 years and worked his way up to Vice President of sales. Leo was a U.S. Army Veteran who served in World War II.
Forest Lawn Memory Gardens was entrusted with arrangements.
RHODA JOHNSON, 88, husband, Richard Johnson; sister, Marie Oberle; children, Carla Ewell, Paul Piepenbrok; stepchildren, Kim Brown (Jody), Susan Mehas, Andy Johnson (Alice); 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.
She was a real estate broker from 1986-2003 working at Graves and Tomlin realty companies. She was a member of the Indiana State Symphony Society, South Group Women’s Committee. She was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ and served as the church’s first woman president. Her hobbies included cooking, travel, gardening, Bible studies and playing bridge.
A celebration of life will be at Saint John’s United Church of Christ, 7031 S. East Street, Feb. 18. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. prior to the memorial service.
JEAN J. KNOX, 91, widow of Frank V. Knox; sons, Gregory (Evelyn), Mark (Hiroshi), and Scott (Janice) Knox; four grandchildren.
Jean worked for several years as a seamstress at J.C. Penny and Post Road Tailors. She was an avid dog lover and enjoyed watching westerns.
G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home handled arrangements.
JOHNNIE BOYD MCKEE, 68, wife, Denise McKee; children, Johnnie (Hannah) and Kyle McKee, Kaleena (Justin) Sergent; mother, Juanita McKee; brothers, Jeff (April), Larry, Doug (Donna) and Neal (Robin) McKee; many grandchildren.
John enjoyed fishing, camping, and driving around in his golf cart. He was a known fan of heavy metal music and famous for his sweet tooth.
Singleton and St. Pierre Funeral & Cremation Services were entrusted with arrangements.
ALICE RUTH MERRICK, 87, siblings, Cleo Ann Shadley; brother, Larry (Sue) Cecil.
Little & Sons Funeral Home handled arrangements.
DONALD K. MILLS, 92, wife, Joann Mills; sons, Michael and Nicholas Mills; sisters, Nancy White, and Barbara Denzio.
Don was a true outdoorsman. He loved the serenity of boating and fishing on Lake Monroe and he also enjoyed mountains and oceans. He was an avid sports fan and enthusiastically coached the young athletes of Little and Pony League and the Y-Guys Football. He traveled extensively throughout the United States and Canada, London and Tokyo. Don was a member of Southport Heights Christian Church.
G. H. Herrmann Funeral Home Greenwood handled arrangements.
SUSAN JEAN “SUSIE” CARTER PERRINE, 53, daughter, Lauren Sherrell; siblings, Terri, Lloyd and Bobby Carter; one granddaughter; father, Bobby Carter.
Susie attended Arsenal Technical High School. Her hobbies included fishing, yard selling, driving, shopping and playing games. Susie loved spending time with friends and family. Her favorite movie to watch was The Sound of Music. Susie enjoyed laughing and making others laugh and smile.
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions was entrusted with arrangements.
RAYMOND RAKER, 95, wife, Ginny; brother, Arvine; children, Mark (Janet), Jane Kyle (Greg); three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.
Ray completed his college education at Butler University. He worked at Midland Building Industries, Pitman Moore Company, and Dow Chemical Company.
Ray and “Ginny” were married 72 years. He played fast-pitch softball, ran in the Indianapolis Corporate Challenge Track Event, and bowled until he was 92 years old. He enjoyed yard work, playing bridge, euchre, and pinochle.
Visitation Feb. 21, 2023 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Celebration of Life at 1 p.m. at Friedens United Church of Christ. Services entrusted to G H Herrmann Funeral Home.
MICHAEL L. ROBERTS, 67, wife, Gloria Roberts; mother, Carole L. Roberts; son, Michael S. Roberts; stepson, Charlie McMahon; siblings, Doug and Greg Roberts, Beverly Farmer.
Michael served in the U.S. Air Force Reserves and earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Indiana Central (UIndy).
He worked for 30 years at Indianapolis Metal Spinning. Michael was a hardworking man who was always there, never turning his back on anyone. He also enjoyed fishing.
G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home conducted services.
J.B. SNEED, 82, widower of Barbara Sneed; son, Brent (Jenny) Sneed; three grandchildren; siblings, David (Charlotte) and Ike Sneed, Edith (Billy) Thomas.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and a retiree from Ford Motor Company with over 30 years of service. From 1992 to 2012, he owned and operated the Persimmon Tree Bed & Breakfast in Greenwood. He was a member of the Southport Lodge No. 270 F & A.M. and the Murat Shrine.
Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory handled arrangements.
KATHERINE MARIE WERDEN, 93, widow of Harry Werden; children, Linda (Delbert) Smith, Debra and Randall Edward (Linda) Werden; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.
Katie was a graduate of Emmerich Manual High School and had been employed at US Rubber, Roselyn Bakery and Whiteland Cleaners. She retired to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home Greenwood handled arrangements.