Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Irma Coons Davis Irma Coons Davis age 95, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on December 18, 2025. She was born in Ullin, Illinois on February 27, 1930, the View full obituary — (Posted December 22, 2025)

Doris E Kelly Doris Elizabeth Kelly of Connersville passed at the Heritage House Health Center on Monday, December 22, 2025. Doris was born on October 12, 1926 in View full obituary — (Posted December 22, 2025)

Kenneth S. House Kenneth S. House, age 90, of Eaton, OH passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton Healthcare Center. He was born May 19, 1935 in to the late Everett and Marguerite (Bucher) House. Ken was a U.S. Army Veteran during the Cold War; he was a member of the Eaton Methodist Church; […] — (Posted December 22, 2025)

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Jason Clouse Jason R. Clouse, 45, of New Castle, passed away December 10, 2025, at IU Health Ball Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. He was born November 9, 1980, in New Castle, Indiana. Jason had worked at Jiffy Lube as a technician. He enjoyed working on small engines and appliances. Jason is survived by daughters Hailie Davis of […] — (Posted December 22, 2025)

Clarence Bernard Mitchell Clarence Bernard Mitchell, 91, of Connersville, passed away surrounded by the love of his family late Friday evening, December 19, 2025, at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield. One of three sons of Frank P. and Flora E. Toschlog Mitchell, Clarence was born on April 22, 1934, in Richmond, Indiana. He grew up in the Centerville […] — (Posted December 22, 2025)

Eveline Pheanis Eveline Pheanis, 99, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond. She was born January 28, 1926, in Eaton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Henry H. and Esther B. (Mann) Showalter. Eveline lived a long, meaningful life shaped by independence, curiosity, and caring for others. Just shy of […] — (Posted December 22, 2025)

Eileen Terhaar Eileen Terhaar, 86, formerly of Williamsburg, passed away on Saturday morning, December 20, at Forest Park in Richmond. She was born on July 28, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana. She was raised by her grandmother, Alma Harris and lived most of her life in the Wayne County area. Her greatest joys were her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and […] — (Posted December 21, 2025)

Dale V. Garber Dale Vernon Garber, 67, was born on July 27, 1958, to Paul and Mildred Garber. He was raised on a farm outside of Greenville, where he learned early the values that would define his life: hard work, humility, faith, and love for family. On May 31, 1986, Dale married the love of his life, Teresa […] — (Posted December 20, 2025)

Evelyn Rose Sharp Evelyn Rose Sharp, age 72, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Brookdale Assisted Living in Greenville. She was born on July 5, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana to the late Carl Wert and Roberta (Kline) Wilt. In addition to her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Myron […] — (Posted December 20, 2025)

Melvina Kay (Hill) Humphrey Melvina “Kay” (Hill) Humphrey, age 75, of Magnolia, Texas, passed away on December 12, 2025, in Conroe, Texas. Kay was born on July 27, 1950, View full obituary — (Posted December 20, 2025)

Douglas Keeton Douglas Keeton passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Brian Craig Ross Brian Craig Ross, age 56, passed away unexpectedly December 10, 2025. He was born August 31, 1969, the son of Timothy Tyler and Sarah Ross View full obituary — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Teresa Robeson PERSHING – Teresa Ann Robeson passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, December 17, 2025 after several years of declining health. Teresa was born to Luther and Pearl (Neal) Sparks on December 14, 1960, in Irvine, Estill County, Kentucky. Teresa grew up in the Centerville and Cambridge City, Indiana area. A 1979 Lincoln High […] — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Lewis Hayden Butler Lewis Hayden Butler, 85, of Knightstown passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025 at his residence. He was born March 22, 1940 in Morehead, Kentucky a son of John Henry and Stella A. (Egan) Butler. A Knightstown resident for most of his life, Hayden worked for Sharp Oil Co. before owning and operating Checker Service Station […] — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Howard “Haney” Snyder Howard L. Snyder, also known as “Haney”, of Connersville passed away in the comfort of his home with his family by his side on December View full obituary — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Tina R. Conley Tina R. Conley, 66, of Clayton, Indiana and formerly of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025 at her home following a battle with breast cancer. She was born May 10, 1959 in New Castle to the late Jesse and Margaret (Abner) Lee. Tina was a graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. She […] — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Angela K. Edwards With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Angie Edwards, a beloved mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law who was deeply loved by all who knew her. Angie had a heart that welcomed everyone, and her home was always a place of warmth, comfort, and love. She was especially proud of her family and cherished every moment […] — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Thomas Butters GREENS FORK, Ind. — Thomas William Butters, 84, artist, adman and advocate, died peacefully Dec. 11 after a life filled with elevating the arts, animals, human dignity and the spirits of all he touched. Seventy-three of his paintings were exhibited in two one-man shows this fall: one at the Art Depot in Union City and […] — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Mary Lou Flowers Mary Lou Flowers Mrs. Flowers, 92, of rural New Castle died Thursday peacefully in her home. She was a faithful worshipper of Jehovah God. She was a generous loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her family. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses and was baptized in 1960. She was […] — (Posted December 19, 2025)

Jane Louise “Pickle” Benham Jane Louise “Pickle” Benham, age 78, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at the Vancrest of Eaton Healthcare Center. She was born March 30, 1947 in Greenville, OH to the late Earl Leroy and Doris Jeanette (Marshall) Bailey Sr. Jane attended Jackson School where she served as secretary of the alumni […] — (Posted December 18, 2025)

Linda Kay Reed RICHMOND, Ind. – Linda Kay Reed, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, December 18, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born January 28, 1955, in Kokomo, Indiana, to Ralph and Barbara Marquand Hawk, Linda had lived in Richmond for the last 34 years. She was a graduate of Kokomo High School. Linda worked on […] — (Posted December 18, 2025)

Carolyn S. Taylor Obituary Pending Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM, on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens. Send online condolences to the View full obituary — (Posted December 18, 2025)

Michael Lee Straszheim Michael Lee Straszheim, age 65, of Greenville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Everheart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. Michael was born on April 10, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Edward Straszheim and Marjorie (Shiflett) Smith. He lived a life rooted in hard work, faith, and love for his family. […] — (Posted December 18, 2025)

Gary J. Agler Gary J. Agler, age 77, of Eldorado, OH passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at Kettering Health Dayton. He was born April 5, 1948 in Richmond, IN to the late Jean Edmond and Anna Mae (Howell) Agler. Gary was a graduate of Monroe High School class of 1966; graduate of Ohio State class of […] — (Posted December 18, 2025)

Steve L. Lance Steve L. Lance, age 70, passed away at Reid Health on December 12, 2025. He was born July 19, 1955, the son of Harry Lance, View full obituary — (Posted December 18, 2025)

Bobby “Coffee Man” Lee Mason Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted December 18, 2025)

Chad Alan Gettinger Chad Alan Gettinger, 44, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday afternoon, December 16, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital of Indianapolis, surrounded by his loving family. One of four children of Gary Wayne and Marsha Ann Scott Gettinger, Chad was born on May 15, 1981, in Oxford, Ohio. He attended Connersville High School and later earned […] — (Posted December 18, 2025)

Myron Eugene Dock Myron Eugen Dock, 58, of New Castle passed away on December 15, 2025, at Methodist Hospital. He was born on December 10, 1967, in New Castle to the late Diana Dock. Myron graduated from New Castle High School and lived in New Castle his whole life in town. He worked in the factory at Astemo […] — (Posted December 17, 2025)

Terry Elaine Liebert Terry Elaine Liebert, 71, of Richmond, passed away on December 16, 2025, at Forest Park Health Campus. She was born on November 11, 1954, in View full obituary — (Posted December 17, 2025)

Clarence Joseph Herndon Clarence Joseph “Joe” Herndon, 97, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at his home. He was born September 17, 1928 in Raven Virginia to the late John and Myrtle (Horton) Herndon. Joe was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean conflict. He retired from Westinghouse Corporation in 1990 […] — (Posted December 17, 2025)