Obituaries

Aug 5, 2021

Carl F. Lutz passed away peacefully on August 5 at 86 years of age. A forever fan of the Lions and Spartans, Carl loved life as an avid do-it-yourselfer, gardener, world traveler, Michigan fruit picker, baker, and active church/choir member.

Carl was born on December 8, 1934, in Lansing, MI to Paul and Edmunda Lutz....

Aug 2, 2021

Avtar Kaur Sehmbey

76 years old, passed away on August 2nd, 2021 surrounded by her family.  Avtar Kaur Sehmbey, was happily married for over 54 years. She moved from India in 2003 and decided to settle in Indianapolis.

Avtar Kaur was a dedicated mom and for her family came first. She is survived by her...

Jul 29, 2021

Gladys Pincus,

Passed away on July 29, 2021 at her home in Indianapolis, Indiana after a short illness.  She was born on March 14, 1937 in New York City to the late David Bernstein and Bertha (Klein) Bernstein.  She grew up in Chatham, New Jersey but moved to Forest Hills, New York before staring high school.  Gladys...

Jul 23, 2021

Shirley Arlene Rainey

93, of Indianapolis, joined the lord and her late beloved husband, Raphael Joseph “Jack” Rainey, in heaven on Friday, July 23, 2021. Shirley was born January 26, 1928 in Ortonville, MI to the late Arthur and Creta Robinson.

Shirley (lovingly referred to as “Shirl”) and her husband, Jack, were married...

Jul 17, 2021

Bryan Lawrence Davis passed away on July 17, 2021.  He was born in London, England to the late Colin and Lily Davis.  Bryan had many pursuits during his career focusing mostly on sales.  He was a member of Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Myrna and his children, Mitchell (Angela), Jeremy (Claudia) and...

Jul 17, 2021

Dr. Raymond Waldman, Jr., Optometrist, passed away on July 17, 2021, in Indianapolis, IN.  Ray’s priority was always his family - wife, Cheryl; son, David (Divonna) with grandsons Dalton, Dashiell, Dagan; daughter, Mira (Chikai Ohazama) with grandsons Caden and Mason Ohazama; and brothers, Mark Sharff (Maggie) and Bob Sharff (Nancy).  He also leaves a bevy of treasured in-laws (yes,...

Jul 14, 2021

Micheal C. Williams Sr.

Departed this life on July 14, 2021. He was born on January 16, 1958 to Johnny Lee and Mary Francis Williams.

Micheal became a father at an early age to Micheal Jr., whom he affectionately called “Bubba”. He was married to Natalie L. Williams on October 15, 1987 and they raised...

Jul 10, 2021

Vickie Sue Bolling,

62, of Indianapolis, passed away July 10, 2021.  A lifelong resident, Vickie was born to Earl and Norma (June) Lollar on December 5, 1958.  She was a 1976 graduate of Lawrence Central High School and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree from Auburn University.  She worked many years as an accountant for Shafer...

Jul 9, 2021

James Kutz, 71 of Lebanon, Indiana passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family on July 9, 2021.

Jim is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Barb (Kriedeman) Kutz.  Other survivors include their two children, Sean Kutz (Laura), Pahrump, NV and Corey Kutz (Ashley), Lebanon, IN; grandchildren, Alexandria (Diego) Garibay,...

Jul 9, 2021

Edward Hollander, former two-term Blackford County Treasurer and longtime member of the Blackford County Public Defender Board.  A Hartford City resident, who retired to the Heritage Pointe Community in Warren, Indiana passed away on July 9, 2021 at age 81.

Graveside services will be held Monday, July 12th at 3 PM at Ohev Zedeck Cemetery, at Kelly...

Jul 9, 2021

Bess Stern Roth passed away on July 9, 2021 at the age of 97.  Bess was born on April 3, 1924 to Louis and Mary Stern. She was married to her beloved husband, Joseph, for 68 years, who preceded her in death in 2012. Elegant and intelligent, Bess was a master bridge player, having only taken up...

Jul 8, 2021

Tarlochan Singh Bansi passed away peacefully in his home on July 8th. He was born in the village Khajurla in Punjab in December 1945. He received his bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Guru Nanak Engineering College and was an active member of their alumni association. He still holds the track record for the 1500 meter race at 4...

Jul 8, 2021

Denise Lawrence

Beloved daughter, sister, and aunt passed away after an illness on July 8, 2021.  Denise was a graduate of North Central High School.  She was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Harriet Lawrence, born in Indianapolis on September 23, 1959..

Early in her career, Denise worked in the insurance industry.  Later, during...

Jul 8, 2021

Doris Ann “Doe-Doe” Bosstick, 88, passed away Thursday, July 8th, 2021 in Noblesville, she formerly lived in Warsaw. Doris was born in Middlebury, IN on July 24, 1932.  She graduated from Middlebury High School and went to Holy Cross Central School of Nursing, Norte Dame, IN, graduating in 1954.  Doris worked in the nursing profession her entire life for...

Jul 6, 2021

Lawrence “Larry” Michael Laughlin, 82, Brownsburg, IN, passed away on July 6, 2021, after a long illness. Born November 10, 1938, in Anderson, IN, he was the son of the late Curtis F. Laughlin and Harriett A. (Badgley) Laughlin. Larry graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic School in 1956 and went on to serve in United States Air Force and...

Jul 3, 2021

Michael Eugene Nieman,

76, of Indianapolis, passed away July 3, 2021.  A lifelong resident, Michael was born to Thomas Eugene Nieman and Marjorie Mae Parker Seaman on November 13, 1944.  He was a graduate of Zionsville High School, class of 1964 and proudly served in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam War.  He retired from...

Jul 3, 2021

Sheila Seleman, 81, of Indianapolis passed away on July 3, 2021.  She was born on December 2, 1939 in Chicago to Morris and Ida (Meiselman) Levy.  Sheila worked in various administrative positions throughout the years, including time with IU Hospitals and the Jewish National Fund.

She was a long-time member of Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation (IHC),...

Jun 30, 2021

Born in Philadelphia on August 8, 1934, Doug Welcher left us on June 30, 2021.

A 1952 graduate of Shortridge High School, Doug lost his sight in 1967, but through courage and perseverance earned a BS degree from IUPUI in 1975.  Following a long career in service to the visually impaired, he retired in 1997.  Doug was...

Jun 28, 2021

William Vernon Wilson received his angel wings on June 28, 2021.  Bill was born in Chicago, Illinois January 13, 1932 to Harry B. Wilson and Lucille Wilson (nee Hillstrom).  Bill was followed by his siblings, James E. Wilson and Charlotte Burns (Nee Wilson).  He attended Grammar School and High School, then enlisted in the Navy.  He was stationed at...

Jun 27, 2021

Sunantha Rammohan, 72, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 27, 2021 in Carmel, Indiana, surrounded by her family.  She was a resident of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Born on October 14, 1948 in Pondicherry, India, Sunantha grew up in Coimbatore, India, where she graduated from the University of Madras, with Distinction. On May 22, 1969, she married M....