Cecilia Rose (Weinberg) Nahmias passed away on April 28, 2021 having bid farewell to her loving children and grandchildren in the days prior. "Cecile," as she was known to friends, was born on March 11, 1923 in Springfield, MA to parents Herman and Sarah Leah (Cohen) Weinberg. In 1944, while he was stationed at Westover Field during World War II, Cecile married the love of her life, Morris P. "Moe" Nahmias of Indianapolis. Their adventure began on the southside of Indianapolis and to that union, three amazing children were born: Nancy D. Thompson, Scott A. Nahmias, and Paul R. (Sarah) Nahmias, D.D.S. She is survived by six grandchildren, Leslie Thompson (Ben) Pecar, Gregory (Lani)...

Sanford "Sandy" William Sirkus, 85, of Naples, FL and formerly of Shelbyville, Indiana, passed away in Florida with his family by his side. He was born on December 15, 1935 to the late Paul Sirkus and Lee Cutter Sirkus in St. Louis, MO. The family moved to Shelbyville when Sandy was an infant. He was a graduate of Shelbyville High School, where he exceled at golf and baseball. (1954) and Indiana University (1958) where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Mu Fraternity. Sandy married his college sweetheart, Louise Kodicek, on July 26, 1959 and remained married until her death in 2008. He served in the US Army Reserves as a 2nd lieutenant for over 7 years. Sandy raised his family in...

ANGELO RAY MARRA, Angelo Ray Marra, 98 of Fishers went to heaven on March 28, 2021. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio to Angelo and Mary Marra on August 8, 1922. Ray was a WWII hero. He was inducted into the US Army at Camp Perry, OH in 1943. He did his basic training with the 371st Core of Engineers becoming Master Sergeant at Camp Ellis, Canton, IL. From there he was shipped to Calcutta, India where he spent six months. Master Sergeant Ray "flew the hump" to Kun Ming, China as part of the CBI Theatre. There he boarded a truck and traveled 300 miles along the hairpin curves of the Burma Road going approximately ten miles an hour to Quang, China. Their purpose there was to build...

ANGELO RAY MARRA, Angelo Ray Marra, 98 of Fishers went to heaven on March 28, 2021. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio to Angelo and Mary Marra on August 8, 1922. Ray was a WWII hero. He was inducted into the US Army at Camp Perry, OH in 1943. He did his basic training with the 371st Core of Engineers becoming Master Sergeant at Camp Ellis, Canton, IL. From there he was shipped to Calcutta, India where he spent six months. Master Sergeant Ray "flew the hump" to Kun Ming, China as part of the CBI Theatre. There he boarded a truck and traveled 300 miles along the hairpin curves of the Burma Road going approximately ten miles an hour to Quang, China. Their purpose there was to build new...

William "Bill" McCreary, 63, of Indianapolis, IN, went to be with the Lord on February 24, 2021. Bill was born September 9, 1957 to Harold and Ruth (Hill) McCreary in Versailles, IN. At birth, Bill was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, mental limitations, and an inability to hear or speak. Doctors told Harold and Ruth that Bill would not live six months and to institutionalize him. Harold and Ruth made the courageous decision to bring Bill home, where he lived for six years. Despite the communication challenges, Bill understood the unconditional love of his family, giving him a foundation of happiness, joy, and peace. Even when Bill moved to professional care, he remained an active part...

Kim Tibbets gained her angel wings on January 23, 2021 at her home with her family in Westfield, IN. Born on January 27, 1964 in Logansport, IN, Kim was the daughter of Bob and Carole Knapp. Kim graduated from Logansport High School then attained her Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration from IUPUI. Kim thrived for 16 years after her initial cancer diagnosis. Kim was an inspiration, meeting each new challenge with her radiant spirit and strength, living each day to the fullest. Her friends and family will be forever blessed with her loving nature, sense of humor and beautiful soul. Kim is survived by the lights of her life, her daughters, Hannah and Ellye Tibbets and her...

Linda Ann Walsh Herbert passed away peacefully on January 18, 2021 at home in Indianapolis after an extended illness. She was in the company of her loving family. Born on August 5, 1949 in Kingston, PA, Linda was the daughter of Paul J. Walsh and Martha Sheehan Walsh. She grew up in Forty Fort, PA, attending Forty Fort schools where she met her husband Thomas E. (Ted) Herbert. They have been married for 49 years. Linda was a member of the first graduating class (1967) of the newly consolidated Wyoming Valley West School District. Linda has been a long time resident of Indianapolis, residing in Butler-Tarkington; she and her husband recently relocated to College Park. She was employed in...

Gertrude Dock, 90, died in Cincinnati, OH on January 9, 2021. She was born February 10, 1930, to Benjamin and Dorothy (Hartman) Siegel. She graduated from Shortridge High School, The University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music, and Butler University College of Music. Gertie was married 52 years to her best friend, Bennie Dock. Gertie's greatest passion was her family. She is survived by children, Dr. Lainey Docque, Dr. Murray (Anita) Dock, Patti (Fred) Heldman and Judy Kanter; grandchildren, Michelle, Robbie, Ashley, Matthew, Michael, Jeremy and Adam; great grandchild, Jordan; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Gertie was predeceased by her husband; daughter, Dr. Linda Dock;...

"If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to God." - Romans 14:8 Gary James Hilber, of Columbus, Indiana, crossed over into eternal life on December 24, 2020 with his eyes closed and his heart open. He was born 25 April 1944 in Norman, OK to Robert James and Kathleen Marie Thompson Hilber. He married Robin Shomo on 24 April 1985. She survives him along with children Stephanie (Patrick) Kautzman of Fargo, ND; Jennifer (Brett) Johnson of Grand Forks, ND; Erin (Bernd) Brandstaetter of Charleston, SC; C. Jordan (Elaine) Hilber of Columbus; and Jonathan (Brittani) Hilber of Franklin, IN, as well as a brother, Michael...

Joe R. Shinn, 93 of Shipshewana, passed away holding his wife's hand on December 22, 2020. He was born in Sturgis, MI on December 20, 1927 to the late Clyde and Ester Shinn. Joe proudly joined the Navy during World War II and served in the Philippines when the war ended 6 weeks later. Joe worked in Sturgis at Harter Corporation where he showcased his artistic side with catalog illustrations, he then went on to Sturgis Paneling before retiring from Ross Laboratories in 1992. Joe had a passion for family and friends that included spending weekends in the family pool, golfing on several leagues, camping with grandchildren and hosting card club. He also loved to travel and was blessed to tour...

Adolph "Al" Henry Magnus of Bloomfield Hills passed away on November 26, 2020. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 28, 1931, and grew up in Pontiac, Michigan. He graduated from Pontiac Central High School before attending University of Michigan, where he graduated with a BBA in 1952 and an MBA in 1953. He was drafted before the end of the Korean War and served in the US Army as an Army Auditor. After his military service, he worked for Coopers & Lybrand accounting firm, leaving after three years to begin a 50+ year career as a certified public accountant at the Bloomfield Hills CPA firm of Jenkins, Magnus, Volk and Carroll (now JMVC). Al was a very active community volunteer, serving...

Herbert L. Lebovits, 89, of Indianapolis, formerly of Memphis, TN and Fairfax, VA passed away November 9, 2020. He was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania to Isaac and Matilda (Rosenberg) Lebovits on June 20, 1931. Herb graduated from Scranton Central High School and matriculated to The University of Scranton where he graduated with a degree in Biology and Chemistry. After graduation he briefly attended medical school in Philadelphia before taking a fellowship in physiology at The University of Tennessee in Memphis, where he was introduced to the love of his life. He married Ellen Haimsohn on February 3, 1957 and the couple raised six children. Upon his retirement from the pharmaceutical...

Alan Ira Klineman of Indianapolis passed away peacefully on Tuesday surrounded by his family at the age of 89. Alan was born in Washington, DC, which was a more than appropriate location considering how much he valued public service and service to others in general. While he may have been born into the Great Depression, Alan was carved out of the marble of optimism. For him, there was no challenge insurmountable, no problem without a program to implement or solution to be found. Alan was a Hoosier through and through, having moved with his family to Indianapolis in 1937. He grew up in working class neighborhoods south of the Indiana State Fairgrounds and graduated from Shortridge...

Larry Jay Schuchman, 77, of Indianapolis and Naples, Florida, passed away on September 7, 2020 after suffering a stroke. Born in Indianapolis on October 22, 1942 to Harry "Orie" and Lorraine Schuchman, Larry was a graduate of Broad Ripple High School and received his BS from his beloved Indiana University. He was an entrepreneur to the core and found great joy and purpose in running several successful solid waste and recycling businesses, both in Indy and Naples. His lasting impact on past and present employees is a testament to the kind of man he was. He was dedicated to providing educational opportunities, especially involving environmental studies, and established scholarships at both...

Richard Lee Arnold, 89, of Fishers, passed away June 10, 2020. He was born December 29, 1930 in Stone Creek, Ohio to the late Ralph Arnold Passed and Ursula (Moomaw) Arnold. Dick moved to Anderson, Indiana in 1935 and attended Columbia Riley, Central Jr. High and graduated from Anderson High School in 1949 per apprentice course. He then started working at Guide Lamp in April of 1950 and joined the US Air Force in October of that year. During his four years military service, one was spent in Korea. When he returned home, Dick worked at Alexandria Roller Palace while he finished his apprenticeship. During that time, he met the love of his life, Rebecca Ann (Jones) Arnold and the...

Ronald L. Goodman, 76 years old, of Alexandria, IN left this earthly journey on June 3, 2020. He was at home surrounded by his loving family when he entered Heaven's Gates. Ronald was born in Portland, IN to Clyde and Lillian Goodman on February 5, 1944. He proudly served in the United States Army during Viet Nam. Ronald worked for General Motors for 30 years. He was a longtime member of the Alexandria VFW Post 1552. Ronald is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Terrie; son, Jason L. Goodman of Alexandria; daughter, Misty (James) Payne of Anderson; grandchildren, Jordan (Wesley) Goodman, Jason "JJ" Goodman, Clarissa A. Fields, Jalynn Payne; and Haley Payne. A memorial walk down...

73, passed away peacefully June 3, 2020. He was born to his namesake, James Edward Quiett II and Jean Elizabeth Burke Lee on December 20, 1946. James was the eldest of sixteen children. He was born in Terre Haute, IN, and was a longtime resident of Columbus, IN. He enjoyed a long career working for IBM as a computer systems specialist. James was a longtime member and previous Elder of East Columbus Christian Church and served as a school board member of the Columbus Christian School. He was a true outdoorsman and enjoyed time spent fishing and camping. His love of fishing led him to becoming proficient in making fishing rods. James is survived by his four children, Christena (Jeff)...

Anne E. Buchholtz, 94, went home to be with the Lord on May 19. Beloved wife, loving mother/grandmother and prayer warrior, Anne is survived by her three adult children: Richard (Theresa), Janice (Peter) Ploegman and Nancy; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Merle; and grandson, Daniel Ploegman.

Ellen H. Lebovits, 88, of Indianapolis, formerly of Memphis, TN and Fairfax, VA passed away May 18, 2020. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee to Samuel and Mary Haimsohn on January 12, 1932. Her father owned a pawnshop on Beale Street where Ellen spent many summers helping out. Ellen graduated from Central High School and University of Memphis fka Memphis State University. She married Herbert L. Lebovits on February 3, 1957 and the couple raised six children. Upon Herb's retirement, they traveled across the United States, visiting many National Parks, and regularly enjoying visits with their children and grandchildren in New York, California, Indiana, Georgia, Virginia and Pennsylvania....

Mark Steven Schmutzler 66, of Carmel, passed away on May 15, 2020. Mark was born in Jasper, Indiana to the late Eimil and Wanda Schmutzler. He was a graduate of Jasper High School, and Indiana University. He was a sports enthusiast and enjoyed IU Basketball and Notre Dame Football. Mark worked in sales for Powell Electronics. He is survived by his devoted family; son, Dr. Brian (Alicia) Schmutzler; grandsons, Robby and Cole; brother, Scott Schmutzler and sister, Ann Miller; significant other, Cindy Merrill and former wife, Terri Schmutzler. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association,www.alz.org Arrangements entrusted to A.R.N. Funeral &...

Melvin Bloom passed away peacefully, on May 2, 2020, a few days after he celebrated his 94th birthday with his family via zoom. He touched many lives. He was so loving and so deeply loved. He leaves a huge hole in our lives to be filled with wonderful memories. A memorial will be arranged in the future. Full obituary at: ARN Funeral and Cremation Services. Donations in his name can be made to Holliday Park.