OBITUARIES

Recent obituaries in Danville and Clayton, Indiana


The obituaries in the Danville, Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity in Danville, Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana's history and identity.

Truesdell A. Meece

Truesdell A. Meece

Feb 23, 2023

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

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

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

was never...

Kelley  Renae Franklin

Kelley Renae Franklin

Jan 28, 2023

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

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

Bobby  Lee Benedict

Bobby Lee Benedict

Jan 19, 2023

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

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

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Judith  A. Matthews

Judith A. Matthews

Jan 16, 2023

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

Ann Syrus

Ann Syrus

Jan 6, 2023

Ann Syrus, 90, of Poland, Ind. passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023, at Majestic Care of Avon.  She was born in Indianapolis, Ind. on December 3, 1932, a daughter of the late Walter and Ethel (Ludlow) Edmondson.  Ann grew up in Clayton and was a 1950 graduate of Clayton High School.  She made her career as an insurance...

Dennis  Lee Waltz

Dennis Lee Waltz

Dec 23, 2022

Dennis Lee Waltz, 69, of Crawfordsville, IN passed away the morning of December 23, 2022 at I.U. Health West Hospital.  He was born in Martinsville, IN on June 3, 1953, and was a son of the late William Lee and Clara I. (Malicoat) Waltz.  He grew up in Danville, and graduated from Danville Community High School with the class...

Joseph  M. Dugan

Joseph M. Dugan

Dec 16, 2022

Joseph M. Dugan, 84, of Brownsburg, IN passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022 at Countryside Meadows in Avon. He was born in Indianapolis, IN on July 24, 1938, the only child of Michael D. and Marie M. (Gumbel) Dugan.  Joe graduated from Brownsburg High School with the class of 1957, and in 1959 he took a chance on...

Barbara  Jean Arwood

Barbara Jean Arwood

Dec 13, 2022

Barbara Jean Arwood, 91, of Danville, IN passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at the Brownsburg Meadows Assisted Living.  She was born in Terre Haute, IN on June 12, 1931, a daughter of the late Edward and Flossie (Gaddis) Cunningham.  Barbara graduated from Terre Haute Garfield High School in 1950, and on November 1,1952 she married Floyd H....

Diane (McWhorter)  Lizard

Diane (McWhorter) Lizard

Dec 7, 2022

Diane (McWhorter) Lizard, 69, of Indianapolis, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at the Franciscan Hospice House, Indianapolis.  She was born in Indianapolis, IN on February 19, 1953, a daughter of the late Carey McWhorter and Renee (Rausch) Collman.

Diane worked in healthcare for many years, and retired from The Indiana Surgery Center East. She was...

Ronald  Wayne Eubank

Ronald Wayne Eubank

Dec 4, 2022

Ronald W. Eubank, 65, of New Winchester, IN passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2022 at the Village of Avon Assisted Living.  He was born in Indianapolis, on July 30, 1957, a son of Beverly (Sears) and the late Robert J. Eubank.

Ron grew up in New Winchester and was a 1975 graduate of Danville Community High...

Barbara  J. Burns

Barbara J. Burns

Nov 28, 2022

Barbara J. Burns, 74, of Swartz Creek, MI passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, at the Independence Village of Avon. Barb was born in Flint, Michigan on September 3, 1948, to the late Glen R. and Ruth (Norton) Mills. She graduated from Flint Northern High School with the class of 1966 and later received an Associate’s degree in...

Lorna  B. Goss

Lorna B. Goss

Nov 27, 2022

Lorna B. Goss, 75, of Danville. Passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022, at the Independence Village of Avon, Lorna was born in Indianapolis, IN on March 13, 1947, to the late Charles T. and Merietta (Ludlow) Goss. She was a 1965 graduate of the first graduating class from Cascade High School. She earned her Nursing degree from Purdue, and...

Donna  J Heiss

Donna J Heiss

Nov 27, 2022

Donna J. Heiss, 85, of Danville, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022 at Hendricks Regional Hospital, her family was by her side. Donna was born in Indianapolis on November 3, 1937 to the late Donald Dale and Alice Bernadine (Atkins) Nicely. She grew up near Riverside and was a 1955 graduate of Arsenal Technical High School. She became an...

Richard  Harold Washburn

Richard Harold Washburn

Nov 9, 2022

Richard H. Washburn, 86, of Danville, IN passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at home in the arms of his dear wife. He was born in Indianapolis, IN on September 20, 1936, the only child of Harry Erwin and Leafy (Stiles) Washburn.  Dick grew up in Speedway, the family later moved to New Winchester, where he played high...

Jeannie Faye McKee

Jeannie Faye McKee

Nov 6, 2022

Jeannie McKee, 65, of Danville, IN passed away on Sunday, November 6, 2022, after suffering a stroke.  She was surrounded by her family in her final hours.  Jeannie Faye McKee was born in Indianapolis, IN on December 30, 1956, a daughter of the late Fred E. and Grace (Holley) McBride.  Jeannie worked as a medical imaging technician at Hendricks...

Sondra  Carol Clampitt

Sondra Carol Clampitt

Nov 2, 2022

Sandy Clampitt, 81, of Plainfield, IN passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2022 surrounded by family. Born in Cincinnati, OH March 23, 1941 to Samuel Carol and Catherine (Smith) Lewis, she was 1 of 5 children. The family relocated to Indianapolis where Sandy graduated from George Washington High School, class of 1959.  Sandy was a Veteran of the United States...

Alberta  M. Cooper

Alberta M. Cooper

Oct 22, 2022

Alberta M. Cooper, 93, of Danville entered into the presence of her Savior, Saturday, October 22, 2022. Alberta suffered a stroke on October 15th while sleeping and passed away one week later at Life’s Journey of Avon Hospice, family was at her bedside.  The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 30, 2022, from 4:00 -7:00 PM at WEAVER...

John  D. Mitchell

John D. Mitchell

Oct 21, 2022

John D. Mitchell, 84, of Danville passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on Friday, October 21, 2022.  A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 11:00 AM in the NEW WINCHESTER CEMETERY, New Winchester, IN.  In lieu of flowers please offer your donations to Cascade High School F.F.A., 6565 S. CR 200...

David  L. Appleby,  Jr

David L. Appleby, Jr

Sep 21, 2022

David L. Appleby, Jr., 61, of Clayton, passed away on September 21, 2022.  He was born in Indianapolis on February 19, 1961, the son of David L. Appleby and Sonja (Donnals) Scotten.  David was a graduate of Cascade High School with the class of 1979.  Following graduation he married his best friend, Laura (Crowe) Appleby on September 28, 1979...

Mary  A. Clark

Mary A. Clark

Sep 18, 2022

Mary A. Clark, 85, of Zionsville, IN passed away on September 18, 2022, at her home, where she’d lived for over 58 years, with her family by her side. Mary was born in Danville, IN on July 22, 1937 to the late Laurel and Mabel (Shorter) Robinson. She graduated from Avon High School with the class of 1955. On...

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