Obituaries

September 12, 1945-February 6, 2023 Paul Alan Achenbach, age 77, of Cicero, Indiana, passed away February 6, 2023 at his home with his family by his side. He was born September 12, 1945 at Saint Petersburg, Florida to Paul Hoover and Glenda Bernardine (Brunk) Achenbach. During his younger years he grew up in the Jackson…

January 17, 1950-February 6, 2023 Rachel Eveleth (Wood) Merrill, 73, entered heaven on February 6, 2023. Known for her infectious smile and bubbly personality, Rachel loved to serve her community and was an avid genealogist and historian. She was passionate about her hometown of Westfield, IN and was so proud of her parents’ commitment to…

July 7, 1936-February 4, 2023 Patricia (Pat) Garrett Rooney, 86, entered heaven on February 4, 2023. Pat – also affectionately known as “Mrs. Pat” – was best known for never meeting a stranger. She loved meeting new people, learning everything about them, and connecting them with others. She’s recognized for her incredible advocacy of others,…

April 4, 1991- February 3, 2023 Sarah Elizabeth Martin, 31, took her last breath on Feb. 3, 2023, just a little over a year after being diagnosed with Angiosarcoma. She was born on April 4, 1991, to Toby Buck and Amy Buck. Mrs. Martin was a joy from her first breath. Her siblings Rachel, Levi…

February 2, 1974-January 25, 2023 Shawn Charles Hensley, 48, of Noblesville, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023 at his home. He was born on Feb. 2, 1974 in Galesburg, Illinois to Charles Hensley and Kimberly (Smith) Hensley. Mr. Hensley was very bright and accomplished and that enabled him to execute his dream job as…

January 31, 1936-February 3, 2023 John Hampton “Jack” Chapman, 87, beloved husband, Dad and Papaw, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023. He was born at home in Marion County to Orville Thomas (O.T.) and Kathryn Lucille Chapman on Jan. 31, 1936. He was a lifelong resident of Noblesville and graduated from…

June 10, 1932-February 1, 2023 Beverly Charlene Cave, 90, of Westfield and formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on Feb. 1, 2023 surrounded by loved ones. She was born on June 10, 1932 in Midland, Michigan, the daughter of the late Charles W.J. and Nova Charlotte (Kelly) Gunterman. Mrs. Cave married David in 1952, describing…

April 4, 1956-January 21, 2023 Cynthia “Cindy” Jo Thornburg, 66, of Noblesville, passed away surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023. She was born on April 4, 1956 in Lafayette, the daughter of Dan and Carol (Kear) Thornburg. Ms. Thornburg graduated from Daleville High School in 1974, where she was involved in…

July 6, 1931-January 25, 2023 Emma Jane Whitmore, 91, of Noblesville, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023 at Harbour Manor Care Center in Noblesville. She was born on July 6, 1931 to Leroy and Nellie (Bright) Nightenhelser in Cicero on the family farm. Mrs. Whitmore was a graduate of Arcadia High School. She worked…

February 1, 1935-January 14, 2023 Barbara Ann Thomas, 87, of Fishers, died peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023 in Fishers. She was born on Feb. 1, 1935 to Finley and Alpha Fisler, younger sister to Louise Fisler Cooper. Mrs. Thomas graduated from Bay View High School with honors in 1952, and then went to the…