All Obituaries

Ruth M. Ohleyer Bindner, 98, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 18, 2023.  She was born on March 7, 1925, in Indianapolis, to the late George and Mrytle Marie (Vaughn) Ohleyer.  Ruth met the man she would marry, Harry L. Bindner, while working at Fidelity Bank & Trust company; they were married on February 12, 1949, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church.  Ruth graduated from Sacred Heart High School, class of 1943. She was active in the North Deanery...

John Patrick Hanley (aka Radon John), 63, of Indianapolis, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2023.  He was born on August 6, 1960, in Beech Grove, Indiana, to Thomas J. and Kathleen M. (Carr) Hanley.  John was a graduate of Roncalli High School, class of 1978.  He did radon testing and was the owner of Radon John.  John loved driving between jobs listening to music or NPR while enjoying the scenery.  He was personable and hard to forget.  He loved music,...

Allie Lynn Parker, 63, of Indianapolis, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023, at I.U. Methodist Hospital.  She was born on January 7, 1960, in Plainfield, Indiana, and was raised by her late grandmother, Mildred Parker.  Allie was first and foremost a kind and loving mother, putting her children first in everything she did.  She was outgoing, kind and loving, she loved to cook and take care of her family and friends.  Allie was hardworking and always went above and...

Gina Lynn Smith, 64, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.  She was born on July 21, 1959, in Indianapolis, and raised by her loving mother, Jeanice Ann James. Gina graduated from Ben Davis High School and attended Ivy Tech Community College. She was a very kind hearted and loving soul who was always there for family & friends and aimed to make everyone feel as welcomed as possible. Her unique personality and crude sense of humor made her the...

William E. Niehaus, 80, of Indianapolis, passed away early Thursday, September 8, 2023.  He was born on February 8, 1943 in Indianapolis to the late Edward and Virginia (Weber) Niehaus. Bill proudly served in the United States Marine Corps in Vietnam in 1967-1968. He served Honorably and was proud to represent the United States of America. His specialty was serving as an Ontos Crewman with Second Marine Division. Bill was actively involved in regularly visiting his family and friends...

Janet Clark Sutton, 82, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2023, at home.  She was born on January 22, 1941, in Indianapolis, to the late James Ira and Lillian Marie (Welsh) Clark.   Jan attended Lawrence Central High School, class of 1960.  She was a deli manager for National Tea/Standard Grocery for over 30 years, a proud member of UFCW Local 700, and loved working with people in the grocery business.   Jan was passionate when it came to...

Joshua David Gillum, 29, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.  He was born along with his twin sister, Jessica, on May 10, 1994, in Indianapolis. Josh attended St. Matthew Catholic School and Cathedral High School, Lawrence Central and graduated from Hoosier Youth Challenge Academy.  He excelled at football and wrestling, both alongside his favorite teammate, Gino his brother with whom he won multiple city championships.  His kind heartedness was exemplified during...

David Wayne Spears, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away at home on Monday, August 28, 2023.  He was born on January 9, 1953, in Columbia, Tennessee, to Edward and Evelyn (Holmes) Spears.  Wayne married the love of his life, Jo Ann (McCutcheon) Spears, on February 11, 1984; she survives. Wayne worked for Archie’s Junk Yard and later for American Tent, both for over twenty years each until he had to go on disability.  He played the guitar and loved old records and...

Jennifer Christine (Cook) Busone July 7, 1976 – June 12, 2023 Jennifer Christine (Cook) Busone, 46, of Indianapolis, In. passed away on June 12th, 2023 after a brief illness.  Jennifer was born July 7,1976 to Larry Wayne Cook (deceased) and Vickie Lynn Mann. Jennifer grew up in Indianapolis and Monrovia with her brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She first attended Monrovia high school and later graduated from George Washington high school. Jennifer...

Carole Ann Pope, 81, of Indianapolis, passed away recently at her home after a 12-year battle with breast cancer, which she fought in true warrior fashion. She was born on January 26, 1942, in Indianapolis to the late Frank Paul and Rachel (Pettit) Quattrocchi.  Carole owned and operated the former Sisters’ Place, a renowned restaurant and staple of the near Indianapolis southside for more than 30 years. For a time, she also owned a local piano bar called The Mellow D Lounge. She...