Obituaries and Death Notices

Information about current and former Wayne County, Indiana residents and community members who have died. These obituaries are gathered from area funeral homes and other sources.
Larry W. Slover Larry W. Stover, 78, of New Castle, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at Henry Community Hospital. He was born November 29, 1946, in New Castle to James F. and Georgia (Axel) Slover. Larry worked as a truck driver and in several factories. He was of the Methodist faith. Larry is survived by mother Georgia […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Timothy W. Ferguson Timothy W. Ferguson, 64, of New Castle passed away April 13, 2025, at Henry Community Health. He was born March 2, 1961, in New Castle. Tim had attended New Castle Chrysler High School and had worked many different manufacturing jobs throughout his life. Tim was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was a huge Minnesota […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Peggy Lee Lee Peggy L. (Mastin) Lee, 69 of New Castle passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025 at the Waters of New Castle. She was born July 21st, 1955 in Henry County to the late Jerry F. and Margaret (Hungerford) Mastin. Peggy was employed at the New Castle State Hospital and Modernfold Corporation. She attended Walter P. Chrysler […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
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Bradley Scott Coffey Bradley Scott Coffey, 56, of Straughn, passed away unexpectedly at his home. He was born July 12, 1968, in New Castle. He was a 1986 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, he worked in the Vocational Welding and Building Trades Programs while there. Brad was certified in several machine trades. He was most recently […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Joseph Myers STRAUGHN – Joseph Frank Myers, 69, of rural Straughn, passed away on April 11th, 2025, peacefully at his home. Frank was born June 4, 1955, in Muncie, Indiana to Claude and Dorothy (Ritchie) Myers. Frank was a lifelong Straughn resident farmer, former 4-H leader, South Henry School Corp. bus driver, and HVAC technician in and […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
George Edward Herrell Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted April 15, 2025)
April Elaine Quinn April entered this world on April 4, 1979, on Good Friday, bringing with her a radiant spirit characterized by blonde hair and blue eyes. With View full obituary — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Curt Hiatt Curt Hiatt, age 63, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on August 3, 1961, in Greenville, to the late Duane and Dorothy (Foreman) Hiatt. In addition to his parents, Curt was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Katlynn Nestor. Curt […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Kevin Drew Tipton Kevin Drew Tipton, age 66, passed away at The Willows of Richmond Nursing Home, April 13, 2025. He was born May 30, 1958, to Charles View full obituary — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Barbara Jean Shaw Barbara "Barb" Jean Shaw, age 96, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville. She was born on July 21, 1928, in Winchester, Indiana, to the late Wilbur and Lela (Byrum) Teagarden. In addition to her parents, Barb was preceded in death by her husband, […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Jeffrey W. Jones Jeffrey W. “Jonesy” Jones, 62, of Richmond, died Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Reid Health. He was born in Richmond on March 24, 1963 to Edwin and Sonya Jones and was a life long resident of Wayne County. He attended Centerville High School. Survivors include his wife, Sharon (Kitts) Jones; a son, Jacob Jones (Amanda); […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Jack Phelps    Jack Phelps, 95, formerly of Williamsburg and Fountain City, died of natural causes on April 4, 2025, at Friends Fellowship Community in Richmond.    He was born on August 5, 1929, in Richmond to Carl J. and Mary (Davies) Phelps. On June 17, 1956, he married Doris Bockhofer. Jack graduated from Fountain City High […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Teresa L. Dixon Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Frances Arlene Ohm Frances Arlene Ohm, 94, of Richmond, Indiana loving daughter, mother and grandmother died peacefully in her sleep on April 12, 2025. She is preceded in View full obituary — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Dorothy McWhorter Dorothy McWhorter, age 70 of Richmond, passed away on April 11, 2025. She was born in Beattyville, Kentucky on December 4, 1954 to the late Tildon Newton and Gertrude Newton. Dorothy was preceded in death by her beloved husband Scott McWhorter and her son Joseph McWhorter; two sisters Sylvia Newton and Karen Newton. She was […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Judith Ann Day Judith Ann (Thompson) Day of West Alexandria Ohio passed away peacefully at home with family on Sunday, April 13, 2025. She was the second child of the late Daniel Thompson and Janice (Benner) Smith. Judy was also preceded in death by her mother-in-law Edith (Collins) Day, father-in-law Marion Day and sister Vickie Jo Stottlemire. She […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Jeffrey L Clark Jeffrey L. Clark of Rushville, IN, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday April 9, 2025, at the age of 62. Born in Connersville, IN on July View full obituary — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Christopher Barrett Woods Christopher Barrett Woods, age 50, of West Alexandria, Ohio passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born February 2, 1975 in Dayton, Ohio and graduated from Twin Valley South High School in 1993. Chris is survived by his loving wife of over 30 years, Tonya Rieger-Woods and by his […] — (Posted April 13, 2025)
Jerry L. Hall RICHMOND, IN– Jerry Lloyd Hall, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, April 11, 2025, at home. Jerry was born January 4, 1944, in Missouri, to Raymond and Bertha E. Koester Hall. He loved life and was very determined to live life to the fullest. Jerry was always smiling and laughing. He had many friends […] — (Posted April 12, 2025)
Flotie Ellen Abrams Beach Richmond, Indiana – Flotie Ellen (Abrams) Beach, 89, of Richmond, Indiana, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, April 10, 2025, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Ellen was born on April 28, 1935, in Clover Bottom, Madison County, Kentucky, to Vaughn and Dixie Abrams. After her father’s passing, she and her […] — (Posted April 12, 2025)
Launa Rae Fox Launa Rae Fox, beloved daughter of Kelsey Curtis and Juanita (Hicks) Parker passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Henry Community Health. Born on April 8, 1956, in New Castle, Launa dedicated her life to caring for others as a CNA in various nursing facilities. She was a graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School […] — (Posted April 12, 2025)
Edwin L. Bowman Edwin L. Bowman, age 59, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. He was born May 17, 1965 in Dayton, OH to the late Karl Leroy and Ruth Ellen (Metzger) Bowman. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and […] — (Posted April 12, 2025)
David D. Popplewell Donald D. Popplewell, 87, formerly of New Castle, passed away at his home in Anderson on Thursday, April 10th, 2025. He was born December 20th, 1937 in New Castle, to the late Homer and Aileen (South) Popplewell. Donald was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Korean War. He retired […] — (Posted April 12, 2025)
Carolyn Prosser Carolyn Prosser, age 83, a long time resident of Pershing passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. She graduated from Linton High School in 1959. She was an accomplished seamstress and was gifted in both crocheting and knitting. She was a devoted dog owner to many over the years, always holding a special place in […] — (Posted April 12, 2025)
Mary Alice Geise Mary Alice Geise, 97 of Connersville passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. She was born on July 10, 1927 in Connersville to Thomas Fitzgerald View full obituary — (Posted April 12, 2025)
Jackie Smith Jackie L. Smith, 86, of Cambridge City, passed away on Friday April 11, 2025 at his home.  He was born in Cambridge City on June 14, 1938 to Gail and Martha (Rudisel) Smith. There will be a graveside service for Jackie at 11 AM on Monday, April 14, 2025 at South Lawn Cemetery in Dublin. […] — (Posted April 12, 2025)
Terry David Price Obituary pending… There will be no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with final arrangements. Please send online condolences to the family View full obituary — (Posted April 11, 2025)
Mattie “Louise” Woodard Mattie “Louise” Woodard, 96, of New Castle and formerly of Muncie passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Henry Community Health. She was born on January 31, 1929, in Owenton, Kentucky to the late William Henry and Ollie (Cammack) Davis. Louise was a graduate of Muncie Central High School, then later graduated from Indiana Business […] — (Posted April 11, 2025)
Tommy “Pap” Willis Drake Tommy “Pap” Willis Drake, 73, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Henry County Community Health. Born on September 6, 1951, in Albany, Kentucky, he was the son of the late William Chester and Bonnie Mell (Wallace) Drake. A proud graduate of Knightstown High School in 1969, Pap went on […] — (Posted April 11, 2025)
Jack A. Tobias Jack A. Tobias, born on May 17, 1937, in Montgomery County, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025, at the McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Ohio. A devoted community member, Jack lived a life characterized by his dedication to service and an enduring commitment to family and friends. Jack graduated from Dixie High School […] — (Posted April 11, 2025)