Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Andra Jane Schoettmer Andra Jane Schoettmer, 73, of Connersville passed away peacefully Thursday morning, March 5, 2026 at Reid Health of Richmond. A life-long resident of Connersville, Andra was born October 20, 1952, one of five children of Edward John and Grethel Isaacs Schoettmer. A graduate of Connersville High School, Andra earned an associate’s degree from Ivy Tech […] — (Posted March 9, 2026)

Patricia K Heck Patricia K. Heck, age 81, of Hollansburg, Ohio, passed away on March 8, 2026, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana surrounded by her family. She was born on May 29, 1944, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late William and Margaret (Lees) Norris. In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by her first […] — (Posted March 9, 2026)

Thomas Lutz Thomas Lutz of Connersville passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026 with his family by his side at the age of 73. Thomas was born View full obituary — (Posted March 9, 2026)

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Jennifer Lynn Walker Jennifer Lynn Walker, 47, of New Castle, passed away surrounded by her family on March 5, 2026. She was born in New Castle on January 25, 1979, to Joseph Walker and Cynthia Sexton. A proud graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School in 1998, Jennifer furthered her education at Indiana Business College, where she earned […] — (Posted March 8, 2026)

Margie Sue Strunk Margie Sue (Williams) Strunk of Eldorado, Ohio, was born to the late Ray C. and Myrtie B. (Covey) Williams on July 5, 1953, in Albany, View full obituary — (Posted March 8, 2026)

Anita Lucille Stewart Anita Lucille Stewart, 76, of Farmland passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026 at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis following a brief illness. She was born June 4, 1949 in Greenville, Ohio to the late Willis Jackson “Jack” and Elsie Lucille (Wisener) Kenworthy. Anita was a 1967 graduate of Winchester High School. A lifelong resident […] — (Posted March 8, 2026)

Charles A. Medsker Charles Alfred Medsker, 85, Springville, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Charles was born December 16, 1940, in Beech Grove, IN, to the late Raymond, Sr., and Delores (Childers) Medsker. Charles married Shirley Marie Needler on March 27, 1964. They lived in Indianapolis, IN, until her passing on April21, 2023. They enjoyed traveling […] — (Posted March 7, 2026)

Patricia K. Flory Patricia “Patty” K. (Hawvermale) Flory, age 73, of Greenville, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, at the Brethren Retirement Community. She was born on May 11, 1952, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Marvin and Donna (Coppess) Hawvermale. Patty is survived by her children, Keith (Brandon) Flory of Columbus, and Kevin (Michelle) Flory of […] — (Posted March 6, 2026)

Geri S. Eldridge Geri Sue Eldridge, age 60, of Greenville, passed away at her home on Thursday, March 5, 2026. She was born on September 16, 1965, in Dayton, to Jim Teske and the late Jan (Reuber) Teske. Geri is survived by her husband, Bryan Webb; her children, Melissa Downey of Union City, Indiana, and Jesse Adkins of […] — (Posted March 6, 2026)

Rhea Jeanette Funk On March 2, 2026, Rhea Jeanette Funk (nee Carmen), of Richmond, IN passed away peacefully at the age of 100. Rhea was born on June 26, 1925 to Leslie and Ruth Carmen and was the eldest of four children, all of whom preceded her in death. Rhea worked many years at Belden prior to her […] — (Posted March 6, 2026)

Orville Stidham Orville Stidham, age 92, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born on September 15, 1933 in Morgan County, KY to the late George and Nettie (Salley) Stidham. Orville worked for Sunshine Biscuit for 20 years and Neaton Auto in Eaton for 15 years. He […] — (Posted March 6, 2026)

Richard “Rick” Barth Richard (Rick) Barth passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted March 6, 2026)

John R. “Rick” Buroker Mr. John R. “Rick” Buroker, 77, of Williamsburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, March 5. Rick was born in Richmond, Indiana on September 10, 1948, the son of John C. & Betty J. Webb Buroker. He was a 1967 graduate of Richmond High School and attended IU East. Rick formerly worked at Richmond Gear […] — (Posted March 6, 2026)

Rose Marie Cowen-Hartlage Rose Marie Cowen-Hartlage, 78, of Spartanburg, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday morning, March 5. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on September 26, 1947, to Robert & Hazel Mae McKee Longfellow. Rose was a 1965 graduate of Richmond High School and Indiana Business College. Rose was a faithful member of the […] — (Posted March 5, 2026)

George J. Ferretti RICHMOND, IN– George J. Ferretti, age 94, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Copper Trace Senior Living in Westfield, Indiana. George was born April 6, 1931, in Camden, NJ to Rosario and Elenora Valentino Ferretti. He was a 1950 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School in Camden, NJ. George served in […] — (Posted March 5, 2026)

Holly Preston Holly Preston (Pierson), age 60, passed away at Reid Health on February 28, 2026. She was born June 24, 1965, the daughter of Paul and View full obituary — (Posted March 5, 2026)

Donna Jean Stier Donna Jean Stier passed on March 5, 2026 at Forest Park Health Campus. Donna was born January 10, 1933 in Lindsey, Nebraska to August and View full obituary — (Posted March 5, 2026)

Gloria “Sue” Davis Gloria “Sue” Davis, 85, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026. She was born on January 2, 1941, in New Castle to the late Ollie and Alma Iona (Goldy) Reeves. Sue was a member of Wilbur Wright Memorial and South Memorial Drive Church of God. She was an avid bowler for nearly 40 […] — (Posted March 5, 2026)

Nicholas “Nick” Alan Gulley II Nicholas “Nick” Alan Gulley II, 35, of New Castle, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born August 29, 1990, in New Castle, Indiana, the son of Nicholas Allan Gully Sr. and Amanda Ballenger. Nick was known for his funny personality, kind heart, and infectious laugh. He had […] — (Posted March 5, 2026)

Jason Michael Ehrlich Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the guestbook View full obituary — (Posted March 5, 2026)

Larry Berry Larry E. Berry of Hagerstown, IN passed away after a lengthy illness on March 3, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis at the age View full obituary — (Posted March 5, 2026)

Gerald Phillips Richmond – Gerald Lee Phillips, 67, of Richmond passed away at his home on March 2nd, 2026. A son of the late Orville and Nora (Caldwell) Phillips, Gerald was born on September 21st, 1958, in Connersville, Indiana. He graduated from Lincoln high school with the class of 1977. After high school Gary joined the United […] — (Posted March 5, 2026)

James Edgar Favorite James Edgar Favorite, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at the Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. He was born October 16, 1943 in Dayton, OH to the late Jack and Doris (Hurst) Favorite. Jim was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran that served during the Vietnam War and […] — (Posted March 4, 2026)

Lori Noreen Thompson Lori Noreen Thompson, 63, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis following a brief unexpected illness. She was born October 28, 1962, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Dickie Lee Shafer and Shirley Noreen (Hopkins) Shafer. Lori had a deep love for animals […] — (Posted March 4, 2026)

Claude Cunningham Claude Cunningham, age 87, of Middletown, OH, passed on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties. He was born in Bristol, TN, on January 13, 1939, to the late Major Cunningham and Nellie (France) Hawkins. Claude worked in the slab yard for Armco Steel Corp/AK Steel and retired after 30 years […] — (Posted March 4, 2026)

Betty Jane Smith Betty Jane Smith, 82, of New Castle went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at her residence. She was born April 2, 1943 in Indiana, Pennsylvania to Jesse and Sabina Sara (Snider) Ruffner. A long-time resident of New Castle, Betty worked many jobs throughout her lifetime including Pizza King, was a taxi […] — (Posted March 4, 2026)

Walter Daniel Stanley RICHMOND, IN– Walter Daniel Stanley, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at home. Born June 9, 1936, in Dublin, TX to Wilbur Walter and Mary Wells Stanley. He was a proud veteran of the U. S. Airforce and received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas, Arlington. Walter worked as […] — (Posted March 4, 2026)

Margaret Faye Jones Margaret Faye Jones, age 85, of Eaton, OH, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born June 17, 1940 in Middletown, OH to the late Abner and Effie (Haddix) Miller. Margaret dearly loved the Lord and was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church in Camden. She enjoyed […] — (Posted March 3, 2026)

Iesha Elaine Caplinger Iesha Elaine Caplinger age 49 of Richmond died Saturday February 28, 2026 at I.U. Health in Indianapolis. She was bron January 10, 1977 in Richmond View full obituary — (Posted March 3, 2026)

Lucille Bertram-Rains Lucille Bertram-Rains Mrs. Lucille Bertram-Rains, age 98, passed away on February 26, 2026 at Life Care of Sparta, TN. Lucille was born February 14, 1928 in Wayne County, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Hattie Bertram Drisko and stepfather, Harry Drisko. Lucille was a faithful member of the Calvary Baptist Church of New […] — (Posted March 3, 2026)