All Obituaries

Jack Lawson II, 65, of Nineveh passed away on February 8, 2020 in Franklin, Indiana surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born on April 14, 1954 to the late Jack and Charline Lawson in Beech Grove, Indiana. He married the love of his life, Kathy Lawson, on September 23, 1973. For 27 years, Jack was employed as a maintenance worker at Otterbein Senior Community, but those that loved him will remember him most for the enjoyment he found in tinkering with anything and...

Corene Surface, 81, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away February 8th, 2020 in Indianapolis. The Johnson County native was born August 7th, 1938 to the late Elmer Dewbrew and Pauline Hendrick Dewbrew. She married Russell A. Surface who preceded her in death. Corene loved cooking, gardening and entertaining her grandchildren. Corene is survived by: two daughters, Cathy Loy (Ivan) of Rockville, IN and Tammy L. Surface of Virginia; three grandchildren, Joshua Doss, Jacob Doss, and Jessica...

Glenda Louise Wilcox, 74, of Franklin passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.  Glenda was born on January 1, 1946 to the late Max and Louise Willis. She worked for many years as an accountant for Hanover Group, but those who loved her will remember her most for the great joy she had when being around family and friends. She enjoyed shopping at flea markets, completing crossword puzzles, and playing Word Cookies.  Left to cherish her memory are...

Merrill Richard Hickey, 63, of Franklin, Indiana entered into rest on Friday, February 7, 2020 in Franklin, Indiana. Full obit coming soon! Per his wishes there will be no services. Arrangements entrusted to Jessen Funeral Homes & Crematory

Sue Shepherd 80, of Indianapolis, went to be with the Lord, February 5th, 2020 while surrounded by her loving family. The longtime Johnson County native was born in Sullivan County, IN on September 2, 1939 to the late William McCammon and Mary (Alumbaugh) McCammon. She was married to Porter Shepherd who preceded her in death on January 24, 2019. She was of the Christian faith and attended Cornerstone Church in Trafalgar. She led Childrens Bible Club with Child Evangelism Fellowship for 20...

Patricia Ann Burton, 79, of Whiteland, Indiana passed away Tuesday, February 4th, 2020 in Greenwood, Indiana. A native of Indianapolis, she was born March 14, 1940 to the late Sweed Carpenter and Irene (Coovert) Carpenter. She married the love of her life, Billy Burton, he preceded her in death on April 14, 2006. Patricia had a great sense of humor and quick wit. She enjoyed playing tic-tac-toe, Rummy, War, crossword puzzles and bingo. She enjoyed the need for speed, fast cars and riding...

Mark Duane Carter, 61, of Greenwood, Indiana, entered into rest on Sunday, February 2nd, 2020. Mark was born on Friday, September 26th, 1958 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late George Newton Carter and Ruth Marilyn (Draper) Carter. Mark married the love of his life Debra McClellan on Saturday, May 10, 1980 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mark was a man of strong faith who adored his children and grandchildren. He really enjoyed spending time with his family. Mark was an avid Golfer. Mark...

Teresa D. York, 57, entered into rest on Monday, January 27th, 2020 in Franklin, Indiana. Teresa was born on Tuesday, May 29th, 1962 in Lafayette, Indiana to the late Roger York and Darlene (Burton) York, who survives. Teresa is a United States Army Veteran who proudly served her country. She had a passion for learning about history. She really enjoyed puzzles. She was a sports fan of basketball and football. She loved family gatherings and spending time with the Girls at Clifty...

Sandra Alice Schatz, 67, of Indianapolis, Indiana entered into rest on Monday, January 27th, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Sandra was born on Friday, October 31st, 1952 in New York to the late Asher Talbot and Mildred Talbot. Sandra was a former member of St. John Lutheran Church in Elyria, Ohio, where her late husband James was president of the congregation. Sandra loved spending quality time with her beloved cat, Moe. Sandra was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James...

Wade E. Simpson, 73, of Greenwood, Indiana entered into rest on Monday, January 27th, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Wade was born on Monday, January 13th, 1947 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Earl Simpson and Martha (Smith) Simpson. Wade married the Love of his life Katherine Babic in Granite City, Illinois on Sunday, February 14, 1971. Wade was a loving husband and father, who cherished making memories with his family. He had so much pleasure in going fishing and golfing with his...