ᐅ Indiana Death Notices 2009-2024
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▰ Donald H Rullman

Died June 11, … More Information
Donald H Rullman, of Shelbyville, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on June 11, 2007. Donald was 91.
Obituary published: June 12, 2007 in "GreenfieldDailyRep"

▰ Donald H Rullman

Died June 11, … More Information
Donald H Rullman, of Shelbyville, Indiana, died on June 11, 2007. Donald was 91.
Obituary published: June 12, 2007 in "Indianapolis S-N"

▰ Dale T Rullman

Died August 22, … More Information
Dale T Rullman went into the presence of the Lord on August 22, 2002 in Aurora, Indiana.
Obituary published: August 23, 2002 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Alverta E Rullman

Died June 05, … More Information
Alverta E Rullman, age 92 of Aurora, Indiana, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master June 5, 2002.
Obituary published: June 06, 2002 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Ruth Veronica Rulka

Died May 25, … More Information
Ruth Veronica Rulka, born March 11, 1923 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 25, 2016 in Kendallville, Indiana. Ruth was 93.

▰ Shirley M Ruling

Died April 15, … More Information
Shirley M Ruling, born July 5, 1921 died on April 15, 2015 in Crown Point, Indiana. Shirley was 93. Tags: #Arthur
Obituary: Shirley was born on 5, 1921 and passed away on , 15, 2015. Shirley was a resident of Crown Point, Indiana at the time of passing. Shirley was married to Arthur.

▰ Bonnie Ruling

Died September 13, … More Information
Bonnie Ruling, age 57 of Crown Point, Indiana, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she September 13, 2003.
Obituary published: September 14, 2003 in "Post-Trib"

▰ John Henry Rulfs

Died March 16, … More Information
John Henry Rulfs, born February 19, 1931 passed away peacefully March 16, 2017 in Greencastle, Indiana. John was 86.

▰ John Henry Rulfs

Died March 16, … More Information
John Henry Rulfs, born February 19, 1931 departed this life Sunday March 16, 2017 in Greencastle, Indiana. John was 86.

▰ Virginia Lillian Ruley

Died October 10, … More Information
Virginia Lillian Ruley, born April 17, 1918 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 10, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Virginia was 92.

▰ Sandra S Ruley

Died March 28, … More Information
Sandra S Ruley, born May 8, 1946 passed from this world into the next March 28, 2016 in Gas City, Indiana. Sandra was 69. Tags: #Phillip
Obituary: Sandra was born on May 8, 1946 and passed away on , 28, 2016. Sandra was a resident of Gas City, Indiana at the time of passing. Sandra was married to Phillip.

▰ Geraldine L "Gerri" (Moorman) Ruley

Died April 15, … More Information
Geraldine L "Gerri" (Moorman) Ruley, 84, of Marion, Indiana gained her wings on April 15, 2002.
Obituary published: April 16, 2002 in "Anderson H-B"

▰ Carl Dorsey Sr Ruley

Died January 10, … More Information
Carl Dorsey Sr Ruley, age 85 of Lowell, Indiana, departed this life Sunday January 10, 2007.
Obituary published: January 11, 2007 in "Post-Trib"

▰ Carl Dorsey Sr Ruley

Died January 10, … More Information
Carl Dorsey Sr Ruley, of Lowell, Indiana, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 10, 2007. Carl was 85.
Obituary published: January 11, 2007 in "MunsterTimes"

▰ Richard W Rule

Died October 12, … More Information
Richard W Rule, born March 23, 1934 entered into eternal rest October 12, 2015 in Warsaw, Indiana. Richard was 81. Tags: #Carol
Obituary: Richard was born on 23, 1934 and passed away on , 12, 2015. Richard was a resident of Warsaw, Indiana at the time of passing. Richard was married to Carol.

▰ Myrna Joan Rule

Died January 07, … More Information
Myrna Joan Rule, born June 7, 1928 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 7, 2016 in Kokomo, Indiana. Myrna was 87. Tags: #Lulu #Meloy #Goshen #School #Blue #Church #Brethren #Columbia #Indiana #Dean #Sunshine #Kokomo #Steven #Rule #Greentown #Michael #Timothy #Bloomington #Illinois #Nick #Josh #Logan #Zach #Anakiah #Zakara #Karen #Eloise #Betty #Heifer #Mortuary #Street
Obituary: Myrna Joan Rule, 87, of Kokomo, passed away at 1:35 AM, 7, 2016 at Waterford Place Campus. Born 7, 1928 in Goshen, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Milo M. Meloy and Lulu M. (Nusbaum) Meloy. She was a 1946 graduate of Goshen High School. On 15, 1948 at the Blue River Church of the Brethren in Columbia City, Indiana she married Dean L. Rule, and he survives. She was a homemaker and member of the Church of the Brethren. She enjoyed working in the yard in her flower garden. She was also a school teacher and o a teacher at Ray of Sunshine Kindergarten.

Survivors include her husband Dean L. Rule of Kokomo; three sons Steven (Jolene) Rule of Greentown, Michael Rule of Kokomo, and Timothy Rule of Bloomington, Illinois; four grandchildren Nick Rule, Josh Rule, Logan Rule, and Zach Rule; two great grandchildren Anakiah and Zakara Rule; one niece Karen Buhrt.

She was preceded in death by her parents; also two sisters Eloise Buhrt and Betty Spencer.

There are no public services or visitation planned. Burial of cremains will take place in Goshen, Indiana. Memorials may be directed to Heifer International. Ellers Mortuary Webster Street Chapel is handling arrangements.  

▰ Martha Joan (Tibbitts) Rule

Died September 18, … More Information
Martha Joan (Tibbitts) Rule, age 83 of Warsaw, Indiana passed away September 18, 2009.
Obituary published: September 19, 2009 in "Times-Union"

▰ Lewis P Rule

Died January 28, … More Information
Lewis P Rule, a resident of Warsaw, Indiana for decades, died January 28, 2009 in Warsaw, Indiana at the age of 92.
Obituary published: January 29, 2009 in "Times-Union"

▰ Junior W Rule

Died April 12, … More Information
Junior W Rule, 82, of No Manchester, Indiana departed this life April 12, 2004.
Obituary published: April 13, 2004 in "ThePaper"

▰ Junior W Rule

Died April 06, … More Information
Junior W Rule, of North Manchester, Indiana, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home April 6, 2004. Junior was 82.
Obituary published: April 07, 2004 in "Times-Union"

▰ Jerald R Rule

Died October 26, … More Information
Jerald R Rule, age 57 of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully October 26, 2010.
Obituary published: October 27, 2010 in "Times-Union"

▰ Jerald R Rule

Died November 02, … More Information
Jerald R Rule, age 57 of Fort Wayne, Indiana, was anxious to meet his Maker and Master November 2, 2010.
Obituary published: November 03, 2010 in "ThePaper"

▰ Jerald R Rule

Died October 26, … More Information
On October 26, 2010, Jerald R Rule, 57 of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: October 27, 2010 in "Wabash PD"

▰ Inez (Miller)[Burt] Rule

Died January 02, … More Information
Inez (Miller)[Burt] Rule, 92, of Warsaw, Indiana, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 2, 2001.
Obituary published: January 03, 2001 in "The Paper"

▰ Donnabelle M Rule

Died March 18, … More Information
Donnabelle M Rule, born February 9, 1921 went into the presence of the Lord on March 18, 2016 in Warsaw, Indiana. Donnabelle was 95.

▰ Dean Lamar Rule

Died July 12, … More Information
Dean Lamar Rule, born February 3, 1926 departed this life Sunday July 12, 2018 in Kokomo, Indiana. Dean was 92.

▰ Dean Rule

Died July 12, … More Information
Dean Rule, born February 3, 1926 entered into eternal rest July 12, 2018 in Kokomo, Indiana. Dean was 92.

▰ Charles E Rule

Died June 29, … More Information
Charles E Rule, of Warsaw, Indiana, joined the Lord June 29, 2003. Charles was 59.
Obituary published: June 30, 2003 in "Journal Gazette"

▰ Charles E Rule

Died June 29, … More Information
Charles E Rule, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, entered Heaven's gates on June 29, 2003. Charles was 59.
Obituary published: June 30, 2003 in "Times-Union"

▰ Charles Warren Rulapaugh

Died January 22, … More Information
Charles Warren Rulapaugh, born February 27, 1968 passed away peacefully January 22, 2017 in Pendleton, Indiana. Charles was 48.

▰ Thomas Wayne Rukes

Died July 08, … More Information
Thomas Wayne Rukes, born August 26, 1957 entered Heaven's gates on July 8, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Thomas was 57. Tags: #Terre #Donald #Patricia #Rukes #Tribune- #West #Haute #Lorinda #Goodman #Cory #Loretta #Ryan #Brazil #Kirstie #Kiedis #Tiffani #Britney #David #Mark #Dennis #Richard #Julie #Thomass #Calvary #Andrews #Roselawn #Park #Simple #Burials
Obituary: Aug. 26, 1957 -- 8, 2015




Thomas Wayne Rukes, 57, of Terre Haute, passed away , 8, 2015, at Union Hospital. Thomas was born in Terre Haute, Aug. 26, 1957, the son of the late Donald F. Rukes Jr. and Patricia J. (Pitts) Rukes. He was a bundle driver for the Tribune-Star newspaper, with 33 years of service. Thomas enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting and camping, and played competitive baseball and basketball into his forties.

He is survived by his siblings, Donald F. Rukes III of West Terre Haute, Lorinda S. (David) Goodman of Cory, and Loretta L. Rukes-Melvin of Terre Haute; son, Ryan Hensley of Brazil; grandchildren, Kirstie Shaynne-Smith and Kiedis Hensley; neices, Tiffani Goodman and Britney Melvin; nephews, David Goodman II and Mark Melvin II; life long friends, Dennis Grimes, Richard Grayless and Joe McCarthy; and very special friend, Julie Maffioli.


A celebration of Thomass life will be at 10 a.m. , 24, at Calvary Temple, 2100 N. 6 1/2 St., with Rev. Kyle Andrews officiating. Inurnment will take place at Roselawn Memorial Park. are under the direction of Simple Cremations and Burials. Please join Thomass family in sharing pictures, videos and memories at:

www.SimpleCremationsAndBurials.com.

▰ Thomas Wayne Rukes

Died July 08, … More Information
Thomas Wayne Rukes, born August 26, 1957 passed away peacefully July 8, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Thomas was 57.

▰ Thomas Wayne Rukes

Died July 08, … More Information
Thomas Wayne Rukes, born August 26, 1957 passed from this world into the next July 8, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Thomas was 57.

▰ Retha Maurine Rukes

Died April 15, … More Information
Retha Maurine Rukes, born July 31, 1928 went into the presence of the Lord on April 15, 2013 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Retha was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Kim Burton, Rhonda Terstegge, Peggy Stanley, David Shields, John & Cheryl Quigley

▰ Retha Maurine Rukes

Died April 15, … More Information
Retha Maurine Rukes, born July 31, 1928 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her April 15, 2013 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Retha was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Kim Burton, Rhonda Terstegge, Peggy Stanley, David Shields, John & Cheryl Quigley

▰ Patricia Jean (Collinsworth) Rukes

Died June 09, … More Information
Patricia Jean (Collinsworth) Rukes, age 73 of Indiana, born in Mattoon, Illinois, joined the Lord June 9, 2003.
Obituary published: June 10, 2003 in "Post-Trib"

▰ Patricia J Rukes

Died June 08, … More Information
Patricia J Rukes, age 73 of Crown Point, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on June 8, 2003.
Obituary published: June 09, 2003 in "Post-Trib"

▰ Patricia Rukes

Died February 27, … More Information
Patricia Rukes, born January 25, 1940 entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 27, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Patricia was 75. Tags: #Joan #Terre #Methodist #Indianapolis #Arms #Lord #Donald #Rukes #Columbia #John #Ruby #Pitts #West #Haute #Thomas #Lorinda #David #Brazil #Loretta #Tiffani #Britney #Mark #Robert #Jerry #Kathryn #Lelan #Darlene #Mickey #Margaret #Bonnie #Kenny #Bill #Dorothy #Virginia #Norma #Clara #Anna #Orman #Rick #Dick #Harry #Linda #Horsley #Tammie #Halloween #Patricia #Fitzpatrick #Andrews #Roselawn #Park
Obituary: Jan. 25, 1940 -- Feb. 27, 2015




Patricia Joan Rukes, 75, of Terre Haute, passed away at 6:11 a.m. , Feb. 27, 2015, in IU Methodist Hospital at Indianapolis, and was welcomed into the Arms of the Lord, and her loving husband, Donald Franklin Rukes, who preceded her in death. She retired from Columbia House at Terre Haute after many years of service. She was born Jan. 25, 1940, in Terre Haute, to John Calvin and Ruby Culter Pitts. She married Donald Franklin Rukes May 2, 1955, and he preceded her in death, Jan. 4, 2015.

Survivors include their children: Donald Rukes III of West Terre Haute, Thomas Rukes of Terre Haute, Lorinda Goodman and husband David of Brazil, Ind., and Loretta Melvin of Terre Haute; grandchildren: Tiffani Goodman, David Goodman II, Britney Melvin, and Mark Melvin II; brothers, Robert Pitts and Jerry Pitts; sisters, Kathryn Orman and her special friend Lelan McKee, and Darlene Plew; brother-in-law, Mickey D. Rukes; sister-in-law, Margaret Pitts; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents; father and mother-in-law, Donald Rukes and Bonnie Johnson Rukes; brothers, Kenny Pitts, and Bill Pitts; sisters: Dorothy Woods, Virginia Ellingsworth, and Norma Altheide; sisters-in-law: Clara Cody Pitts, Norma Pitts, and Anna Rukes; brothers-in-law: Joe Orman and Rick Plew, Dick Ellingsworth, and Harry Altheide; and special nieces, Linda Pitts Horsley and Tammie Pitts.


Pat was a very devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved her family and grandchildren. There was nothing she could not do. She loved cooking, sewing, making all kinds of clothes and outfits for her children and grandchildren, including Halloween costumes. She was very artistic and loved drawing and painting. She also loved gardening and she was very knowledgeable about all types of plants, vegetables, and flowers.

services for Patricia will be 1 p.m. in Fitzpatrick , with Rev. Kyle Andrews officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. , and prior to services . Expressions of comfort and support and sharing of memories may be made at:

Fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com

▰ Patricia Rukes

Died February 27, … More Information
Patricia Rukes, born January 25, 1940 entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 27, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Patricia was 75.

▰ Patricia Rukes

Died February 27, … More Information
Patricia Rukes, born January 25, 1940 departed this life Sunday February 27, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Patricia was 75.
Family members and close friends: , Loretta Melvin, Lorinda Goodman

▰ Myron Dale Rukes

Died April 18, … More Information
Myron Dale Rukes, born April 21, 1926 passed from this life on April 18, 2020 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Myron was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Janet Campbell

▰ Myron Dale Rukes

Died April 18, … More Information
Myron Dale Rukes, born April 21, 1926 entered Heaven's gates on April 18, 2020 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Myron was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Janet Campbell

▰ Mildred "Mert" (Mcmains) Rukes

Died June 27, … More Information
Mildred "Mert" (Mcmains) Rukes, of Rosedale, Indiana, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home June 27, 2009. Mildred was 91.
Obituary published: June 28, 2009 in "Grand Ledge-I (MI)"

▰ Maurine Rukes

Died April 15, … More Information
Maurine Rukes, born July 31, 1928 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home April 15, 2013 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Maurine was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Kim Burton, Rhonda Terstegge, Peggy Stanley, David Shields, John & Cheryl Quigley

▰ Marion Gale Rukes

Died January 08, … More Information
Marion Gale Rukes, born April 21, 1926 went into the presence of the Lord on January 8, 2015 in Rosedale, Indiana. Marion was 88. Tags: #Meadows #North #Parke #William #Edna #Dorothy #Margaret #Myron #Rukes #Peggy #Ivan #Connie #Patti #Lester #Priscillia #Feuquay #Mattox- #Leitgabel
Obituary: Marion G. Rukes, 88 of Rosedale, IN, passed away on Jan. 8, 2015, at Meadows Manor North. He was born in Parke to William and Edna Rukes on 21, 1926.

Marion loved being outside, enjoyed spending time with his family, grandkids, and liked woodworking. Marion was a WWII veteran with the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by his sisters Dorothy Harrison and Margaret Grunert, a twin brother Myron Rukes, his children, Ron Rukes, Peggy Bemis and husband Ivan, Connie Feuquay, Patti Leitgabel and husband Bob, 10 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Marion was preceded in death by his parents William and Edna Rukes, his brother, Lester Rukes, his wife Priscillia Hodson Rukes, and a son-in-law Jay Feuquay.

The visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 PM with a memorial service to follow at 2:00 PM at Mattox-Wood . Officiating will be Rev. Bob Leitgabel. Online condolences can be made at www.mattoxwood.com

▰ Marion Gale Rukes

Died January 08, … More Information
Marion Gale Rukes, born April 21, 1926 departed this life Sunday January 8, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Marion was 88.
Family members and close friends: , Ame Kaufrinder, Paula Rukes Shoaff, Laura Ingram

▰ Anna E Rukes

Died January 24, … More Information
Anna E Rukes, born September 12, 1942 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 24, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Anna was 72.

▰ Anna E Rukes

Died January 24, … More Information
Anna E Rukes, born September 12, 1942 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her January 24, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Anna was 72.

▰ Anna E Rukes

Died January 24, … More Information
Anna E Rukes, born September 12, 1942 died January 24, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Anna was 72. Tags: #Union #Block #Elite #Sept #Terre #John #Boyke #Martha #Mickey #Julia #Tidball #Mark #Sonora #Callif #Robert #Rukes #Nancy #Griffith #Brian #Karen #Steven #Yuri #Daniel #Kaylee #Brandon #Cassie #Danielle #Taylor #Patricia #Sacred #Catholic #Wabash #Chapel #Christian #Father #Roselawn #Park
Obituary: Anna E. Rukes, 72, of Terre Haute, passed away , Jan. 24, 2015, at 6:05 p.m. in Union Hospital. She worked for H&R Block for 43 years, where she was an enrolled agent and a member of the Elite Team. Anna was born Sept. 12, 1942, in Terre Haute, to John Martin Boyke and Martha (Crowley) Boyke.

She is survived by her husband, Mickey Rukes, whom she married Feb. 23, 1961; a daughter, Julia Ann Tidball and husband Mark of Sonora, Callif.; a son, Robert Dale Rukes and wife Nancy of Griffith; grandchildren, Brian McCarthy and wife Karen, Steven McCarthy and wife Yuri, Daniel Rukes and fiancée Kaylee, and Brandon Rukes and wife Cassie; great-granddaughter, Danielle McCarthy; sister, Martha Catherine Taylor of Terre Haute; brother, John Boyke and wife Patricia of Terre Haute; sister-in-law, Patricia Rukes of Terre Haute; and several nieces and nephews.


Anna was a life-long member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and attended school there. She was an excellent wife and great mother who loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-granddaughter. She was also a wonderful friend who loved her job and enjoyed spending time with her co-workers. Anna also loved to garden. She is going to be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Jan. 28, 2015, in DeBaun , Wabash Avenue Chapel, 2425 Wabash Ave. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be on , Jan. 29, 2015, at 10 a.m., in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with Father Bernie LaMontagne officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. If friends so desire, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Charities. Online condolences may be left at:

www.debaunfuneralhomes.com

▰ Anna E Rukes

Died January 24, … More Information
Anna E Rukes, born September 12, 1942 joined the Lord January 24, 2015 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Anna was 72.
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