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.
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Donald E. Winget
RICHMOND, IN – Donald E. Winget, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on October 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 30, 1954, in Richmond, Don lived a remarkable life filled with family, achievement, and community service. Don was an accomplished businessman whose impact was felt not only in the Richmond community but […] — (Posted October 27, 2025)
Anthony Wayne Little
Anthony Wayne Little, 59, of New Castle passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Knightstown on December 17, 1965 to the late Billy Lee and Linda Lou (Weaver) Little. Tony was a 1984 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He enjoyed fishing, antiquing, visiting the casino, watching movies, and […] — (Posted October 27, 2025)
Jimmy R. Lovins
Jimmy R. Lovins, age 77, of Camden, OH passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025 at the New Lebanon Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center. He was born April 30, 1948 in Cincinnati, OH to the late John and Wanda (Jeffers) Lovins. Jimmy was a US Air Force veteran and served from 1967 to 1970, working his […] — (Posted October 27, 2025)
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Sondra M. Mowry
Sondra M. Mowry, age 88, of Eldorado, OH passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton Healthcare Center. She was born November 11, 1936 in Dayton, OH to the late Otho Hubert and Ruth Lucille (Devers) Boyer. Sondra retired as the Assistant Treasurer from National Trail Schools. She was a member of […] — (Posted October 27, 2025)
Garrett Stephen LaRue
Garrett Stephen LaRue, age 20, of Fountain City, IN, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025. He was born May 6, 2005, in Oxford, OH. Garrett worked with his brother Eliott in landscaping and excavation work for many years; he was part of the rodeo crew for 3 Bar J; and currently worked as a […] — (Posted October 26, 2025)
Mary Virginia Rich
Mary Virginia (Newton) Rich, age 84 of Somerville, Ohio passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Born on June 21, 1941 in Kentucky. She had retired from Stearns in Camden, Ohio. Member of Taylors Grove Baptist Church in Somerville, Ohio. Preceded by her parents, William P. & Hazel (Wheeler) Newton; siblings, […] — (Posted October 26, 2025)
Joseph G. Burris III
Joseph G. Burris III, 66, of New Castle passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025 at his residence. He was born April 24, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Joseph G. Jr. and Linda “Jill” (Wainscott) Burris. Affectionately called Jay by his family and Joe by his friends, he will be missed by all. Joe […] — (Posted October 26, 2025)
Allen Sparks
SHELBYVILLE- Allen Alfred Sparks, 62, passed away early Thursday morning, October 23, 2025 at his residence in Shelbyville, Indiana. Allen was born in New Castle, Indiana on May 12, 1963. He grew up in Straughn and attended Tri High School. Allen lived in several states throughout his life but always returned to his roots in […] — (Posted October 25, 2025)
Timothy D. Nuss
RICHMOND, IN– Timothy D. Nuss, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, October 24, 2025, at Reid Health. Born November 17, 1943, in Richmond, Indiana, to Harold and Wilma Dickerson Nuss, Tim lived in this community his whole life. He was a proud member of the U. S. Air Force and was stationed in Greenland […] — (Posted October 25, 2025)
Lois Ann Cook
Lois Ann Cook,76, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025, at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on August 22, 1949, in Monterey, Tennessee, the daughter of the late J.T. and Juanita (Lowhorn) Vaughn. Lois was a 1967 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School and went on […] — (Posted October 24, 2025)
Richard L. “Rick” Hamm
RICHMOND, IN– Richard L. “Rick” Hamm Jr., age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, lost his valiant battle with cancer on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Reid Health. Born March 28, 1955, in Richmond, Indiana, to Richard L. and Phyllis J. Pierson Hamm Sr., Rick lived all of his life in Wayne County. He was Vice President […] — (Posted October 24, 2025)
Keith Jay Bowen, Jr.
Keith J. Bowen, Jr., 97, of Connersville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Caroleton Manor Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. Born on February 22, 1928, in New Castle, Keith was the son of the late Keith Bowen, Sr. and Mildred Loofburrow Bowen and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of […] — (Posted October 24, 2025)
Stephen G. Brown
Stephen G. Brown, 78, of Hagerstown, died at his home on Monday, October 20, 2025.He was born in New Castle on May 1,1947 to Donald William and Clementine C. (McConnaughy) Brown. He grew up in Losantville and had resided in Hagerstown since 1969. He was a graduate of Union High S… — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Nancy Ellen Faurote
Nancy E. Faurote, 84, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Henry Community Health in New Castle. She was born July 29, 1943, in New Castle, a daughter of the late William Everett and Goldie (Goar) Kendall. A 1959 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School, Nancy worked in retail for […] — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Thelma Josie Rains
Thelma “Josie” Rains, 90, of New Castle passed away peacefully at Glen Oaks Health Campus on Wednesday October 22, 2025. She was born on July 5, 1935, in Glasgow, KY to the late Vergil Smith and Marie “Melton” White. Josie’s greatest joy in life was her granddaughters and her great grandchildren. Her world literally revolved […] — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Janice L. Mikesell
RICHMOND, IN– Janice L. Mikesell, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born June 28, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, to Donald E. and Dorothy Brinker Behr, Janice lived in this community most of her life. She was a 1959 graduate of Economy High School and attended IU […] — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Robert J. Roesch
Robert John Roesch, age 60, of New Paris, OH passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at his home. He was born on November 12, 1964 in Fargo, ND to the late Theresa and Eric Roesch. In addition to his parents, Robert is preceded in death by his girlfriend of over 20 years, Tamara J. […] — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Earline Carter
Earline Carter, 85, of Knightstown passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born July 5, 1940 in Westmoreland, Tennessee, the daughter of Clarence and Lassie (Sullivan) Henson. Earline retired from Preston-Safeway in Indianapolis in 1995 and then was employed at Knightstown Court where she had been court clerk […] — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Ronald Jackson
PERSHING – Ronald Jackson, 82, passed away at his home in Pershing, Indiana, surrounded by family the morning of Tuesday October 21st, 2025. The son of the late James Dale and Mary K. (Brey) Jackson, Ron was born on May 27th, 1943, in New Castle, Indiana. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class […] — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Stephen G. Brown
Stephen G. Brown passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Gordon Earl Turner
Gordon Earl Turner, age 93, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton Healthcare Center. He was born July 27, 1932 in Beattyville, KY to the late Harlan and Frankie M. (Toler) Turner. Gordon was a U.S. Navy Veteran and served during the Korean War. He worked for North […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Steven D. Banning
In Loving Memory of Steven D. Banning It is with deep sorrow that the family of Steven D. Banning announces his passing. Steve was born on April 5, 1955, to Paul and Dorothy (Shawhan) Banning in Economy, Indiana, and he spent his entire life in the Hagerstown, Indiana, area. Steve graduated from Hagerstown High School […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Dr. Stanley Dean Schaeffer
Dr. Stanley Dean Schaeffer, 64, of Kernersville, NC, and formerly of Cambridge City, IN, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, after a long battle with Huntington’s Disease.After graduating from Lincoln High School Stan went on to earn his Electrical Engineering degree from Purdue University. He graduated from Medical School […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Russell Hartman, Jr.
Russell “Mousy” Hartman, Jr., age 85 of Eaton, Ohio and formerly of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away at Hospice of Dayton on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 after a lengthy illness. He was born on November 29, 1939 in Preble County, Ohio, son of the late John Russell & Ica Iola (Brown) Hartman. Russell is a 1957 […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Gary Apple
Gerald Leroy “Gary” Apple, age 85, passed away peacefully at Friends Fellowship Community on October 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on December 12, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana, Gary lived a full and generous life grounded in service, humor, and an unwavering love for family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Christopher Michael ” Chris” Schrimper
Christopher Michael “Chris” Schrimper, age 51, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Banner Health Page Hospital in Page, AZ. He was born May 15, 1974 in Hamilton, OH to Marilyn (Selke) Schrimper and the late David Schrimper. Chris was a 1992 graduate of Talawanda High School; he worked at […] — (Posted October 21, 2025)
Paul E. Christenson
Paul E. Christenson, 81, of Knightstown passed away Monday, October 20, 2025. Paul was born January 28, 1944 in Rowan County, Kentucky, the son of the late Oren and Martha (Hyden) Christenson. He was a 1963 graduate of New Castle High School and spent a 37-year career working at the New Castle Chrysler plant. Paul […] — (Posted October 21, 2025)