Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Barbara Jean Honan Barbara Jean Honan passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Brenda Lou Cope Obituary Pending A memorial service will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Family and friends may visit View full obituary — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Susan J. “Sue” Wooley Susan J. Wooley, of Liberty, passed away unexpectedly at St. Joseph Hospital in Tampa, Florida on December 27, 2025, at the age of 69. She View full obituary — (Posted December 30, 2025)

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Sean G. Maddocks Sean Gregory Maddocks, of West College Corner, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025 at the age of 57. He was born on May 23, View full obituary — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Cheryl L. Burkhardt RICHMOND, IN– Cheryl L Burkhardt, 78, passed away December 23, 2025, at Arbor Trace after a hard-fought battle with breast cancer. Born March 30th, 1947, to William and Mable Hoover, she spent her early years in New Paris, Ohio, graduating from Jefferson High School in 1965. She worked in accounting and was office manager at […] — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Mike Morris Michael James Morris, age 67, left this world surrounded by loved ones on Monday, December 29th, 2025. He was born July 18th, 1958 to Gene and Dorothy (Hayes) Morris. He graduated from Northeastern High School in 1976, worked for many years at County Market in Richmond until starting his own home inspection business. This venture […] — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Sandra J. Spence Sandra J. Spence, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025 at the Soin Hospital in Beavercreek, OH. She was born December 5, 1943 in Dayton, OH to the late Kenneth and Jean (Boomershine) McIntosh. Sandra was the first female Deputy Sheriff and paramedic in Preble County serving the citizens of […] — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Patricia Ann Rossman Patricia Ann Rossman, age 91, of Eaton, OH passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025 at the Brookdale Senior Living in Greenville, OH. She was born February 16, 1934 in Toledo, OH to the late Harold A. and Veronica A. (Swartz) Hoffman. Patricia graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1952. She worked for Sears […] — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Marjorie Ann Schutt Unthank Marjorie "Margie" Ann Schutt Unthank, age 34, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2025. She was born September 30, 1991, in Greenfield Indiana to Paula and Jerry Schutt and is survived by her brother Andy (Rhonda) Schutt, as well as her parents, and her longtime love, husband Jake Unthank of rural West Manchester. They were […] — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Harold D. Smith Harold D. Smith, 91, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025, at Arbor Trace Senior Living. He was born on February 14, 1934, View full obituary — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Edith Anderson Edith J. Anderson, 84, of Richmond, passed away, Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Reid Health Hospital in Richmond. She was born January 22, 1941, in New Castle, IN to Clarence and Racheal Wilkinson. Edith enjoyed crocheting, sewing and puzzle books, but most importantly she loved time with family. She was a cook at Bill Alexander’s […] — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Shirley Giboney STRAUGHN – It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of the passing of Shirley Mae Giboney. Born on March 18, 1942, Shirley embarked on her eternal journey on December 27, 2025. She was an exceptional woman who was cherished by everyone who had the pleasure of her company. Her warmth and vitality […] — (Posted December 30, 2025)

Marti Mills Marti Lynn Mills, 53, of Richmond, passed away on Saturday, December 27 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Marti was born on November 21, 1972, at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, the daughter of Sylvia J. Fourman Van Tyle and John W. Wheeler, Sr. Marti was a 1991 graduate of Richmond High School. She formerly […] — (Posted December 29, 2025)

Jamie Ledbetter Jamie Lee Ledbetter, born July 24, 1976, entered eternal rest on December 24, 2025. Jamie enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved watching the View full obituary — (Posted December 29, 2025)

Jody Scott Gwinn Jody Scott Gwinn, age 56, of New Castle, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on December 1, 1969, in New Castle, a son of the late Vernon T. Gwinn and Phyllis Ann (Griffin) Gwinn. Jody was a 1989 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He […] — (Posted December 29, 2025)

Bob Jones Robert L. “Bob” Jones, 96, of Connersville, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday evening, December 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. A lifelong resident of Fayette County, Bob was born on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 1929, to John Raymond and Mabel Neff Jones. He was a 1947 graduate of […] — (Posted December 29, 2025)

Patricia J. “Patty” Cool Patricia “Patty” J. Cool, 68, of New Castle, died December 27, 2025.Patty was born August 19, 1957, to Donald and Patricia (Hutson) Kissick. She graduated from Blue River High School in 1975 and worked at Glen Oaks.Survived by her husband, Joseph Cool; children, Angela Blackburn,… — (Posted December 29, 2025)

Marion R. Bentlage RICHMOND, IN– Marion R. Bentlage, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Arbor Trace. Marion was born June 10, 1931, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Herbert Spingler and Catherine Ostendarp. She was a graduate of Western Hills High School in Cincinnati, Ohio. Marion worked at Richmond Community Schools as a teacher aid […] — (Posted December 29, 2025)

Olga M. Clarkson Olga M. Clarkson, age 89 of Richmond, died December 26, 2026, at Celebration Villa in Richmond. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on View full obituary — (Posted December 29, 2025)

Craig A. Bishop Leaving the pains of the world behind, Craig A. Bishop, 66, of Connersville passed away December 22, 2025. He was born October 10, 1959 to View full obituary — (Posted December 29, 2025)

Patricia J. “Patty” Cool Patricia “Patty” J. Cool, 68, of rural New Castle, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, December 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family in the comfort of her home, following a courageous year-long battle with cancer. Patty was born on August 19,… — (Posted December 28, 2025)

Juanita F. Heindl Juanita Fay Heindl, age 82 of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Saturday, December 27, 2025 at her residence. Born August 24, 1943 in Brown Township, Darke County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Eldon Bernard and Anna Lucille (Wilker) Strawser. Juanita retired after 30 plus years at Valley Mold in Englewood and Tipp City, Ohio. […] — (Posted December 28, 2025)

Annemarie Rockwell Annemarie (Morse) Rockwell, 86, passed away on December 24, 2025, at Heritage House of Connersville. Anne was born to Richard K. Morse and Eleanor (Abercrombie) Morse Fiant on January 31, 1939, in Muskegon, Michigan. Anne lived most of her childhood in Fruitport, Michigan and graduated from Connersville High School with the class 1957. Anne worked […] — (Posted December 27, 2025)

Patricia “Patty” J. Hutson Patricia "Patty" J. Hutson, 85, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025. She was born on August 23, 1940, in Connersville, to the late Ralph and Velma (White) Stoots. A cherished member of her community, Patty dedicated over 15 years to Rhea’s Dress Shop before finding joy as a teacher's aide at Kennard Elementary School, […] — (Posted December 26, 2025)

Michael Eugene Conaway Michael Eugene Conaway, 70, of Connersville, passed away Saturday evening, December 20, 2025, at the Reid Health Campus in Richmond. He was born February 12, 1955, in New Castle, Indiana, and was the son of the late Richard and Elizabeth (Polson) Conaway and his step-mother, Ger… — (Posted December 26, 2025)

Christina Marie Rutherford Christina Marie Rutherford, 54, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025 in New Castle. She was born August 17, 1971 in New Castle. Christina had been employed as a personal banker at Citizens State Bank for the past 5 years. She was formerly employed at Rich’s Tobacco store and at the Flying J Truck Stop, where […] — (Posted December 26, 2025)

Troy DeJuan Farris Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted December 26, 2025)

Jeffery David Davis Jeffery “Jeff” David Davis, 57, of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 25, 2025 at his residence following a brief illness. He was born June 5, 1968 in Muncie, Indiana to David D. and Sue (Cheap) Davis. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle. […] — (Posted December 26, 2025)

Joan Woods Day Joan (Woods) Day, age 84, of Greenville, Ohio, formerly of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at her home in Greenville. She was born on May 3, 1941, in Newark, New Jersey, to the late Lester and Helen (Dixon) Woods. In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by […] — (Posted December 26, 2025)

Joe Toler Joseph Mark “Joe” Toler, aged 61, was given the signature Joe Toler thumbs up and welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, December 20th at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. It all started when Joe was minding his own business and was born to Carlos and Elaine Toler on August 17th, 1964, in Connersville, […] — (Posted December 26, 2025)