Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Joshua Hoyt Stultz Joshua Hoyt Stultz, age 39, passed away in Florida. Joshua lived a life marked by adventure, courage, and a deep love for the ocean. Joshua was the beloved son of James Stultz and the late Victoria Stultz, who preceded him in death. He leaves behind his father, James; his cherished daughter, Zoey; his sister, Samantha, […] — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Linda Faye Mackey Linda Faye Mackey, 80, of Muncie passed away Monday, March 9, 2026 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born December 12, 1945 in Tateville, Kentucky to Robert and Rena (Burris) West. She spent her younger years square‑dancing with her daughters, a tradition that blossomed into countless evenings at the Eagles and Christmas and […] — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Rose L. Basford RICHMOND, IN– Rose L. Basford, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, March 9, 2026, at Reid Health. Born September 2, 1941, in Owsley County, Kentucky, to Clarence and Frances Stidham Hale, Rose lived most of her life in this community, but she loved her time in Florida. Rose worked in the service industry and […] — (Posted March 10, 2026)

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Jeffrey Paul Pheanis Jeffrey Paul Pheanis, age 73, of Eaton, OH passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Hospice of Hamilton. He was born on October 17, 1952 in Hamilton, OH. Jeff graduated from Preble Shawnee High School. He retired from AK Steel in Middletown where he worked in the Chem Lab and the Pipe Shop. A […] — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Gretchen R. (Catron) Gregory Gretchen R. (Catron) Gregory, 65, of New Castle passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026 at IU Health, Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born July 9, 1960 in New Castle to the late General Isaac “Junie” and Barbara (Binford) Catron. A homemaker, Gretchen cared for many children and grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She loved her […] — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Larry Douglas Loper Larry Douglas Loper, age 83, passed away at Forest Park Health Campus, Tuesday, March 10, 2026. He was born August 31, 1942, the son of View full obituary — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Melissa Ann Julien Melissa Ann Julien 66 of Richmond passed away March 9, 2026 at Reid Health after a short illness. She was born October 30, 1959 in View full obituary — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Sherri Renee Stockton Sherri Renee Stockton, 60, of Lewisville, passed away March 9, 2026.She was born on September 28, 1965, in Indianapolis, to the late Robert Reed and Levera Mae (Lawton) Hoover.Survivors include her husband, George Dale Stockton; two sons, Travis (Kari) Stockton and Devin Cain Sto… — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Elaine Harvey Elaine Harvey, age 80, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on March 8, 2026, at Village Green Health Campus in Greenville. She was born on August 5, 1945, in Everts, Kentucky, to the late Alex and Vera Mae (Rutherford) Barnes. In addition to her parents, Elaine was preceded in death by her brother, Clarence Barnes, and […] — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Karen Lee Qualls Karen Lee Qualls 59 of Ft. Pierce, Florida passed away March 4th, 2026 at the Indian River Cleveland Clinic in Vero Beach, Florida after a View full obituary — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Tina Kay Fulton Tina Kay Fulton, 62, of New Castle, passed away on March 8, 2026. She was born in New Castle on November 5, 1963, to George “Gary” Stegner and the late Sue (Williamson) Stegner. Tina attended New Castle Chrysler High School and later embarked on a career that would see her not only as a cab […] — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Sherri Renee Stockton Sherri Renee Stockton, 60, of Lewisville, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Monday, March 9, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love and care of her family. She was born on September 28, 1965, in Indianapolis, Indiana, a daughter of the late Robert Reed and Levera Mae… — (Posted March 10, 2026)

Myra Maxine Chissel Myra Maxine Chissel, 93, of New Castle passed away Monday, March 9, 2026 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born March 7, 1933 in Henry County to Richard and Myrtle (Smith) Malott. Myra was employed at several factories in the area including RCA in Indianapolis for 20 years. She retired at the age […] — (Posted March 9, 2026)

Martha Lynn Vandiver Martha Lynn Vandiver passed away on March 7, 2026 in Richmond, IN. Martha was born May 21, 1961 in Charleston, West Virginia. Martha proudly served View full obituary — (Posted March 9, 2026)

William “Bill” Smith William (Bill) Smith passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted March 9, 2026)

Martha Mae Tucker Martha Mae Dillon Tucker passed away peacefully on Saturday March 7th 2026 in Centerville, Indiana at Ambassador Nursing Home, in Centerville, Indiana. She was born View full obituary — (Posted March 9, 2026)

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)

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)