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.
James W. Mitchell James W. Mitchell, Jr. age 75, of Eaton, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Born on May 26, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana he was the son of the late James W. & Marian (Morrow) Mitchell. He started a lawn mower repair business […] — (Posted May 15, 2025)
Kevin Dean Keith Kevin Dean Keith, age 68, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at his residence on May 10, 2025. Born on March 17, 1957, in New Castle, Indiana, Kevin was the son of the late Jack E. and Billie Gay (Frost) Keith. A proud graduate of Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School, Class of 1975, Kevin […] — (Posted May 15, 2025)
Mary A. Blalock Mary A. Blalock, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025. She was born on November 4, 1949 to the late Devroe Strickland and Ruth Self Blalock. After her father passed in her early years, Bill Blalock came into her life and along with Ruth, affectionately raised her to be the wonderful woman she became. She […] — (Posted May 15, 2025)
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William L. Maple DUNEDIN, FL– William L. Maple, age 98, of Dunedin, Florida, died Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in St. Mark Village, Palm Harbor, Florida. Born December 18, 1926, in Richmond, IN., to Forrest and Vivian Maple, William lived in Richmond, Indiana most of his life before moving to Florida in 2004. He was a veteran of the […] — (Posted May 15, 2025)
Charles J. Isaac It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Charles J. Isaac, of Centerville, who left us peacefully on May 13, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 6, 1935, in Jellico, Tennessee to Walter and Linda (Allen) Isaac. In 1957, Charles married the love of […] — (Posted May 15, 2025)
Gene R. Lindley Gene R. Lindley, age 87, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH. He was born January 31, 1938 in Hagerstown, IN to the late Nash and Edith (Waltz) Lindley. Gene was a 1955 graduate of Hagerstown High School and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Patty Conley Patty Conley, 83, of Spiceland, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. She was born on April 3, 1942, in Greenfield, Indiana, the daughter of the late Howard and Zada (Daffon) Wieneke. Patty was known for her warm heart and outgoing spirit. To her, a stranger was simply a friend […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Gary Lee Koons, Jr. Gary Lee Koons, Jr., passed away at his home peacefully on May 12th, 2025. He was born September 18, 1970, the son of Gary Lee View full obituary — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Michael Stanley Fulton Michael S. Fulton, 81, of New Castle passed away in his home. He was born on November 12, 1943, in New Castle, a son of the late Stanley and Helen (Hardacre) Fulton. A 1961 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School, Mike joined the U.S. Marines, serving during the Vietnam Conflict. He then worked for […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Doris L Rinehart Doris Rinehart, 92 of Liberty passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025. She was born on September 16, 1932, to Wilbur Kitchel and Edra Kitchel View full obituary — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Don Ballinger Don G. Ballinger, 90 of Liberty passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 12, 2025. He was born on May 19, 1934, View full obituary — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Philip J. Seybold On May 11, 2025, Phil Seybold passed away at Reid Hospital following a catastrophic stroke. Phil was born on March 23, 1967, in South Bend, Indiana, to William and Miriam Canen Seybold. He was the youngest of five children and the highly anticipated little brother to big brother Bill, Jr. Phil grew up in the […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Annette Hollis RICHMOND, IN– Virginia Annette Hollis, first child of John and Norma, and big sister to Maria, Mary Beth and Tim, sadly and suddenly passed from this life on May 9, 2025, following a long battle with Type 1 Diabetes. Born to John and Norma (Black) Hollis in Montgomery, Alabama on April 24, 1956, Annette lived […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Larry T. Burch Dr. Larry T. Burch, 91, of New Castle, passed away Monday, May 12, 2025. He was born on November 20, 1933, in Adrian, MI, a son of the late Herbert E. and Lenore (Gould) Burch. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Dr. Burch was a medic while serving in the Navy. He received his medical […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
James R. Bolander Sr. James R. Bolander, Sr. 76, of New Castle, passed away May 10, 2025, in Indianapolis. He was born February 3, 1949, in New Castle to Robert H. and Paralee A. (Adams) Bolander. Jim played football at New Castle Chrysler High School and graduated in 1967. He then served as a United States Marine during the […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Patsy Ann Conyers Patsy Ann Conyers (née Farmer), age 74, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at home in rural New Castle, Indiana. Born on September 22, 1950, in New Castle to Woodrow "Tobe" Farmer and Thelma (Mundell) Farmer, Patsy was a proud graduate of Shenandoah High School, Class of 1968. She continued her education at Ball […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Thomas H. Charlton RICHMOND, IN– Thomas H. Charlton, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Reid Health. Born February 2, 1944, in Franklin, Kentucky, to Harold O. and Lolita B. Bush Charlton, Thomas lived most of his life in this community. He was in the last graduating class of Greens Fork High School in […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Jeremy Michael Noelker INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Jeremy Noelker, age 35, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025. He was born June 1, 1989, in Roanoke, VA and given the name Kelly Michael Padgett. His name was later changed in adoption to Jeremy Michael Noelker. He lived in Indianapolis, IN with his wife Brandy Noelker and their daughters, Sutton and […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Frances N. Werking Frances N. Overbey Werking, age 84, went to be with Jesus the morning of May 8, 2025 at Arbor Trace in Richmond. Beloved mother and grandmother, she devoted her life to her family. Born in Economy IN November 8, 1940 and graduated from Hagerstown High School class of 1958, she married Larry R. Werking July […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Calvin Byrd Claude Calvin Byrd, 91, of Rushville, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his residence on Monday, May 12, 2025. He was born July 11, 1933, in Lexington, Kentucky, to parents Robert Henry Byrd and Odra Mae Vanover Valentine. Calvin, as he was more affectionally known, was one of eleven children; Arzi, Betty, Bill, Charles, […] — (Posted May 14, 2025)
Barbara Ellen Roberts Barbara Ellen Roberts, age 71, of Somerville, OH passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at Kettering Health Hamilton. She was born August 29, 1953 in Middletown, OH to the late Walter and Lois (Thompson) Schneider. She dearly loved spending time with her family; was a member of the West Elkton Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary; […] — (Posted May 13, 2025)
Rose Ann Hobson MILTON, Ind. – Rose Ann Hobson, age 83, of Milton, Indiana, died Monday, May 12, 2025, at IU Health, Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana. Born February 21, 1942, in Milton, Indiana, to Frances P. Murley Hansen, Rose Ann was a life-long resident of this area. She was a 1959 graduate of Milton High School. Rose Ann […] — (Posted May 13, 2025)
Mary Thompson Mary Thompson, 99, of New Castle, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025, at The Waters of New Castle. She was born October 25, 1925, in Flemingsburg, Kentucky to Thomas and Ada (Story) Jackson. Mary worked at the Westinghouse in Indianapolis and retired from JCPenney where she worked as a sales associate. She had also worked […] — (Posted May 13, 2025)
Kent D. Shank Kent “Doc” Duane Shank, 92, went home to be with our Lord on May 10, 2025, entering eternal life and reuniting with our mother, whom View full obituary — (Posted May 13, 2025)
David “Ed” McRoberts David E. “Ed” McRoberts, 88, of New Castle, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025. He was born July 28, 1936, in New Castle to Ernest and Lila (Plank) McRoberts. Ed enjoyed playing BINGO, fishing, going to flea markets, and watching old westerns and science fiction television. Ed was a U.S. Army veteran having served in […] — (Posted May 13, 2025)
Glenn D. Mayberry Glenn David Mayberry, 72, of New Castle, died unexpectedly at his home on Monday, May 12, 2025. He was born in New Castle on August 19, 1952 to David and Glenna (Neal) Mayberry and they preceded him in death. He was a self taught and incredible tool and die maker for over 20 years. Survivors […] — (Posted May 12, 2025)
Mark Paul Harris Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 12, 2025)
Ronnie Russell MILTON-  Ronald H. “Ronnie” Russell, 64, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Milton, Indiana.  Born on November 29, 1960 to the late Harold J. and Arzella (Rader) Russell, our beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend entered his eternal rest on May 10, 2025.  Along with his parents, Ronnie was also welcomed home by his […] — (Posted May 12, 2025)
Dorothy J. Pope Dorothy J. Pope, 89, of New Castle passed away on Sunday May 11, 2025, at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born on August 15, 1935, in Mooreland to the late Robert Glen and Beretha (Houser) Holcomb. A 1953 graduate of Mooreland High School. Dorothy married the love of her life, Donald Pope on June […] — (Posted May 12, 2025)
Kenneth Leon Robinson Kenneth Leon Robinson, 82, of Connersville, passed away on Saturday May 10, 2025. He was born on October 12, 1942 in Owsley County Kentucky. One View full obituary — (Posted May 12, 2025)