All Obituaries

Michael Raymond Shotts, Sr., 57, of Indianapolis, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was born on March 4, 1968, to Robert E. Shotts, Jr. and Mary Katherine (Montgomery) Shotts. Mike was a proud graduate of Perry Meridian High School, where he also attended the Central 9 Career Center to study automotive technology. He went on to spend four decades as a dedicated mechanic, earning ASE Certification early in his career and building a reputation for his skill, patience, and willingness ...

James Matthew “Matt” Stahl III, 63, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026. He was born on June 9, 1962, in Indianapolis to the late James Matthew Stahl Jr. and Mary Ethel (Liosi) Stahl. Matt was a 1980 graduate of John Marshall High School. He spent 25 years working for McDonald’s and later retired from LabCorp after 27 years of dedicated service. Creative, funny, and full of personality, Matt had a unique way of showing his ...

Luca Lee Schmatz With broken hearts, Danielle and Jacob share the loss of their beloved son, Luca Lee Schmatz, who was born sleeping on February 26, 2026. Luca arrived on a day that will always hold special meaning, sharing his birthday with his dad. Though his time with us was far too short, Luca was deeply loved and will always be cherished. For 33 weeks we dreamed of him, felt his tiny movements, and imagined the life we would share. Though Luca never opened his eyes, he was deeply ...

Lori Lee Gehring, 61, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Franciscan Health Hospital. She was born on September 29, 1964, in Beech Grove, to the late Donald L. Rhinehart and Jane A. (Binninger) Rhinehart. Lori grew up in the community of Emmaus Lutheran Church and graduated from Beech Grove High School in 1982. It was in the years that followed that she met the love of her life, Mark Allen Gehring. The two were married on July 13, 1990, in a beautiful ...

Laura Mae “Sis” McClain, age 67, of Indianapolis, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 23, 2026. Laura was born on November 18, 1958, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Jerry Sr. and Joyce (York) Anderson. Though she could be a little rough around the edges, Laura was a beautiful soul who loved unconditionally, and often to a fault. She adored her parents and devoted herself to caring for them in their final years. Her father especially cherished the moments ...

David Robert J. Denman,Junior, is the son of beloved father Robert J. Denman Senior and cherished mother Evelyn Denman, nee' Goetz, of Morristown, New Jersey. He was born on May 25, 1949, and deceased on February 18, 2026, at 76 years old.  David, also known as Bobby, growing up, is survived by his former partner Rebecca Charisse Ellsworth of Sacramento, California and their adopted nephew, Brandon Ezekial Ellsworth and his wife Maggie and three children Claire, Jack and Ezekial Junior ...

James David (JD) McCoy, 62, of Avon, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Roudebush VA Hospital. He was born on January 28, 1964, in Bessemer, Alabama, to William A. and Peggy J. (Wilson) McCoy. JD lived a life rich with creativity, curiosity, and heart. A proud graduate of Indiana University, he earned his bachelor’s degree in fine art and carried his artistic talent into every corner of his life. Whether he was painting, sketching, or building intricate model cars ...

Linda Kay Ventura, 75, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 25, 1950, in Beech Grove to the late Charles Raymond and Donna Jean (McClain) Cothron. Linda attended St. Roch Catholic School and graduated from Bishop Chartrand High School with the class of 1968. She went on to build a meaningful career in public service, working in the Governor’s Office for the State of Indiana under ...

David Knowles Harold, 94, passed away in his sleep, early Saturday morning. He had been surrounded with loved ones for the past several days. Born in Indianapolis, St. Vincent hospital, on July 30, 1931, the son of Ritchie and Mary Ruth (Knowles). Harold was raised in Evansville, educated at Indiana University and the University of Evansville (class of 1954, Acacia Fraternity). David worked for 60 years in his chosen profession of radio broadcasting. At middle age, while still involved in ...

Robert L. “Smokey” McElyea, 84, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at I.U. Health West. He was born on September 22, 1941, in Pennington Gap, Lee County, Virginia, to the late Cecil and Sarah (Tester) McElyea. Smokey was a man of many gifts—steady, skilled, and endlessly resourceful. A 50‑year member of Lynhurst Lodge #723 F&AM, he lived out the values of dedication, craftsmanship, and brotherhood. He was also a longtime member of ...