Leppert Mortuary & Crematory Services, LLC

Leppert Mortuary & Crematory Services, LLC, located at 740 East 86th Street in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been a cornerstone of the Nora community since 1973. Founded by John Leppert at the age of 29, the funeral home was built with a small business loan and a gift from his parents, establishing a crematory on-site from the very beginning—a forward-thinking decision that anticipated the growing demand for cremation services. The original ribbon-cutting ceremony featured notable figures including then-Mayor Richard G. Lugar, reflecting the community's support for this new venture.

Over the decades, the business has evolved through several partnerships, operating as Leppert & Copeland, Leppert & Hurt, and Leppert & Hensley before becoming Leppert Mortuary & Crematory Services. In 2018, the funeral home joined the Dignity Memorial network, further enhancing its ability to serve families with a 100% service guarantee and a broad range of resources. Despite its growth—now also serving the Carmel area—the Nora location remains deeply rooted in its original mission: to treat every family with the same care and compassion as one would for their own loved ones.

The red-brick funeral home is designed to be a welcoming, homelike space filled with natural light. Guests are greeted with a warm smile, a mug of coffee, or a cold drink. As a nondenominational facility, Leppert serves people of all ethnicities, faiths, and backgrounds. The flexible chapel accommodates services of any size, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations, and can host catered events ranging from ice cream socials to dinner buffets.

Leppert offers a comprehensive range of services, including traditional funerals, cremation, burial, and memorial services. The private on-site crematory ensures that loved ones never leave the care of the staff, providing peace of mind. The team specializes in personalized celebrations of life—whether a basic cremation with a champagne toast, a full traditional funeral with cemetery burial, or a creative outdoor event featuring a live band, favorite foods, and funeral favors. Unique offerings include bereavement dogs, certified therapy animals available at no charge to comfort families during arrangements and services.

The funeral home’s history includes a significant challenge: an Easter Sunday fire in 1977 caused by a faulty chimney destroyed much of the building. With strong community support, John Leppert rebuilt and reopened by Thanksgiving of that same year. Today, John Leppert Sr. remains a familiar face, embodying the dedication and compassion that have defined the business for nearly five decades. Leppert Mortuary & Crematory Services continues to be the only mortuary serving the Nora-northside community, available 24/7 for immediate needs or pre-planning, ensuring that every family receives personal, professional, and dignified care.