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James M Keelor (3/26/2025) - James M. Keelor, a loving husband and devoted father, grandfather, brother, and community philanthropist, passed away on March 13, 2025, at the Cottingham Hospice House View full obituary
Louise Ann Fisher (3/26/2025) - RICHMOND, IN– Louise Ann Fisher, age 99, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Friends Fellowship Community. She was a kind and compassionate woman who always put others first. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Louise will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Born September 13, 1925, in […]
Judy Healton (3/25/2025) - Judith Ann “Judy” (Petty) Healton, 81, of West Lafayette, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024, at Franciscan Health Lafayette. Born on February 5, 1943, in New Castle, Indiana, to Delmar and Blanche (Paddock) Petty, Judy lived a life marked by intellectual curiosity and international connections. She grew up in Dublin, Indiana, […]
Judith E. (Clements) Garvin (3/25/2025) - Judith E. (Clements) Garvin, 81, of Hagerstown, unexpectedly went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Reid Hospital in Richmond. She was born on November 8, 1943, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late John and Nadine (Widener) Clements. Judy was a part of the graduating class from […]
James E. “Jim” Williams (3/25/2025) - James E. “Jim” Williams, age 80, of Camden, OH, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond, IN. He was born June 5, 1944 in Decatur, AL to the late Earl and Hazel Williams. Jim was a 1962 graduate of Seven Mile High School; retired from AK Steel (formerly Armco) after […]
Jean D. Davis (3/25/2025) - Jean D. Davis, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton, OH. She was born July 10, 1942 in Dayton, OH to the late Clifford Sr and Sarah Beare. Jean was a waitress and cook for many years; was a member of the Kingdom […]
Roger L. Nelson (3/25/2025) - RICHMOND, IN– Roger L. Nelson, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, March 24, 2025, at Reid Health. Born April 2, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana to William A. and Jeanette Watts Nelson, Roger grew up in New Paris, Ohio. He retired from Belden after 45 years. Roger was an avid OSU fan and enjoyed watching […]
Phillip Wayne Hall (3/25/2025) - Phillip W. Hall, 64, of New Castle, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. He was born January 22, 1961, in New Castle to Bobby Arnold and Elwanda Laverne (McMullen) Hall. Phil was an auto mechanic by trade and worked at various shops throughout his career. Phil loved music and was a bass guitarist who […]
Lona Mae Pryor (3/25/2025) - Lona spent her childhood on her parents’ 80-acre farm with her 11 siblings. She met her husband William at church services there. After a short courting period, they were married March 20, 1942. William entered service and returned when World War II ended. They decided to try “city” life and sold the farm they had […]
Virginia King Berheide (3/25/2025) - Virginia King Berheide, 99, passed away at Holy Cross Village in Notre Dame, IN, on March 21, 2025. She was born on January 4, 1926, View full obituary
Robert “Bobby” Bullock (3/25/2025) - Robert “Bobby” Lee Bullock, age 66, of Hagerstown, went to his eternal home on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Born March 12, 1959, to Robert and Gertrude Bullock, he was the oldest of two siblings, being Mary Jo Jackson’s “big brother.” Robert was a lifelong resident of Hagerstown where he raised his son Allan Bullock with […]
LIsa Mae Parker (3/25/2025) - Lisa Mae Parker went home to be with the Lord early on the morning of Monday, March 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at home following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was 63 years old. She was born on July 19, 1961, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late […]
Michael Edward Stamm (3/25/2025) - Michael “Mike” Edward Stamm, 68, of Richmond, passed away at Reid Hospital on Friday, March 14, 2025. The son of the late Robert and Janet Fellinger Stamm, Mike was born November 11, 1956, in Connersville, and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1975. He went on to graduate from Vincennes University in […]
Isiah A. Schwartz (3/25/2025) - Isiah A. Schwartz, 14, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at home on March 22, 2025. He was born February 27, 2011, in Berne, Indiana to Alvin and Miriam (Wickey) Schwartz. Isiah attended Blue River Valley School, loved loud semi-truck and loud music, especially his favorite group the Capital Kings. Isiah is survived by his […]Marlene Garard (3/24/2025) - JACKSONBURG- Marlene Ann Garard, 89, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday evening March 22, 2025. A daughter of the late Glen and Forrest B. (Millikin) Ford, Marlene was born in Millville, Henry County, Indiana on May 22, 1935. She grew up in Cambridge City and graduated from Lincoln High School […]
Michael Ray Melton (3/24/2025) - Michael Ray “Mike” Melton, 70, of Spiceland passed away unexpectedly at Henry Community Health on Sunday, March 23, 2025. He was born in New Castle on March 11, 1955 to William and June (Smith) Melton. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 50 years, Tonny (Garvin) Melton; son, Michael Melton of New Castle; […]
Janet S. Dobbs (3/24/2025) - Janet S. Dobbs, 86, of New Castle, went home peacefully to be with the Lord, at Henry Community Health on March 22, 2025. She was born on October 2, 1938 and raised by her parents, Jim and Wanda Keesling. She was married to Max Zirkle in 1955 and was married for 23 years, where they […]
Ruth Barrett (3/24/2025) - Ruth Elaine Barrett, 79 of Connersville passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025. She was born on May 4, 1945, in Connersville to Eula Sergent View full obituary
Lisa Anne Devins (3/24/2025) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lisa Anne Devins born in St. James, New York. She passed away March 22nd, View full obituary
LaDonna Lee Slover (3/24/2025) - LaDonna Lee Slover, 74, of New Castle, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025, at Henry Community Health Hospital. She was born February 8, 1951, in Connersville, Indiana. La Donna was a homemaker. She had attended the First United Methodist Church in New Castle. LaDonna collected lighthouses and loved her dogs. LaDonna is survived by husband […]
Gail Lee Nuss (3/23/2025) - RICHMOND, Ind. – Gail Lee Nuss, age 78, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born October 14, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana, to Gilbert and Elizabeth LaVarnway Johnson, Gail was a life-long resident of this area. She was a secretary at several businesses, most recently at the Richmond Chamber of […]
Kenneth “Kenny” Velez (3/22/2025) - Kenneth “Kenny” Velez, age 51, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025. Kenneth was born on March 21, 1974 in New York, NY to Nancy Mundo and the late Juan Antonio Velez, Sr. He is preceded in death by his father Juan Antonio Velez, Sr; brother Juan Antonio Velez, Jr; and beloved […]
Debbie K. Hobbs (3/22/2025) - Debbie Kae Hobbs passed away on March 18, 2025. She was born on October 23, 1957 near an US Army Base in Wurzburg, Germany. She grew up in Scottsburg, IN and moved to Hagerstown for her Junior/Senior year, graduating in 1976. Debbie wore a lot of different hats over the years. Starting as a babysitter […]Beth Ann Carrera (3/22/2025) - Beth Ann Carrera, age 73, passed away of natural causes, March 10, 2025. She was born April 14, 1951, the daughter of Charles and Delores View full obituary
Dale Robbins (3/21/2025) - Dale Robbins, 88, of Richmond, passed away on Thursday, March 20 at Reid Health. Dale was born on January 10, 1937 in New Garden Township to Leo Jefferson and Anna Mae Pike Robbins. He graduated from Fountain City High School in 1955. Dale married the former Shelby Longworth on October 6, 1957. They were blessed […]
Donald Hittle Sr. (3/21/2025) - Donald Hittle Sr., 85, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away at home with family by his side on March 20, 2025. He was born on June 27, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana, the son of William and Myrtle Hittle. A proud graduate of Richmond High School and Indiana Business College, Don dedicated much of his life to […]
Chestlene Mattox (3/21/2025) - Chestlene Mattox, of Shelbyville, Indiana, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Ascension St Vincent Hospital, in Indianapolis. Chestlene enjoyed gardening, growing flowers, and cooking. She loved to spend time with her family and just being outside, sitting on her porch. Survivors include one son, Kennie D. (and Kathy) Hill, of Greenfield, Indiana; and four […]
Gary Leroy Adams (3/21/2025) - Gary L. Adams, 82, left this world peacefully on March 19, 2025, at home. Gary was born on July 17, 1942, in Connersville, Indiana to Leroy and Martha (Bowman) Adams. After graduating from Connersville High School, he served in the Army before starting his business, Fayette Tool & Engineering, in 1970. From humble beginnings his […]Anthony “Tony” Eugene Kenworthy (3/21/2025) - Anthony “Tony” Eugene Kenworthy, age 60, passed away unexpectedly on March 14, 2025. He was born January 8, 1965, in Richmond, Indiana. He had lived View full obituary
Darrell Allen Male (3/20/2025) - Darrell Allen May, age 64, passed away at Reid Health March 19, 2025. Obituary Pending A memorial service will be held at Community Family Funeral View full obituary