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.
Robert Bledsoe A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. View full obituary — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Larry J Estridge Larry J. Estridge went home with the Lord on January 8, 2024, at Heritage House of Connersville, at the age of 74. Larry was the View full obituary — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Ernest Leroy Swoveland Ernest Leroy Swoveland, passed away January, 9, 2024 at his residence. He was born August 2, 1929 in Stoney Creek Township, Indiana, a son of the late Walter and Gladys (Brown) Swoveland. Ernest was a lifelong farmer, resident of rural Henry County and member of the Buck Creek Church of the Brethren. He was Past […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Janice Shute       Janice I. Shute, 90, of Williamsburg, passed away on Monday evening, January 8, with family at her side.     She was born on July 2, 1933 in Richmond, Indiana to Leslie M. and Pearl Coffman Shute. She was raised in Williamsburg, where she participated in Girl Scouts, 4-H, and attended Williamsburg High School. […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Michael Pryor Michael Pryor,51, of New Castle passed away Monday January 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born September 8, 1972 in Muncie, Indiana to Gene Pryor and Toni Loser. Michael was a contractor most of his life. That was his passion and he loved turning something old into something beautiful. He also worked for […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Ralph G. Tharp GREENS FORK, IN– Ralph G. Tharp, age 75, of Greens Fork, Indiana, died Tuesday, January 9, 2024. Born October 8, 1948, in Union City, Indiana, to Raymond and Glenda Mann Tharp, Ralph lived most of his life in Greens Fork. He was a 1966 graduate of Whitewater High School and was a longtime employee of […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Stephen Elijah Pennington Stephen Elijah Pennington was called home on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. He was born in Richmond, IN on January 30, 1955 to Alice Pauline (Miller) and Elijah Houston Pennington. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1973 and went on to work for PRC Recording, Design & Manufacturing, Absocold and Johnson Metal Products. Steve was […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Phillip Todd Bailey Phillip Todd Bailey 45 of Richmond passed away unexpectedly on January 7, 2024. He was born July 12, 1978, in Richmond to Donald and Annabelle View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Sarah Rose Thorman Sarah Rose Thorman, 35, of Richmond, Indiana died unexpectedly in her sleep on January 7th, 2024. She was born and raised in Richmond and Centerville, View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Dearl Herbert Dearl Herbert of New Castle passed away Sunday January 7, 2024. Rose CIty Funeral Home directors and staff are honored to serve the Herbert family. — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Beverley Diane Sidwell Beverly Diane Sidwell, 68, of New Castle, formerly Longview Texas passed away Saturday, Jan. 6 at the Willows Nursing Home. She was born December 20, 1955, in New Castle IN, the daughter of Bill and Mary (Kidd) Sidwell. Diane is survived by her sister, Iris Hughes of Shelbyville, brother Bill and Terri Sidwell Jr. of […] — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Joan Annette Mobley Joan “Annette” (McGaughey) Mobley, 65, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly early Saturday, January 6, 2024, at home. She was born on August 24, 1958, in Gary, Indiana, the daughter of the late Ray and Helen McGaughey. Annette was a homemaker, artist, paralegal, published author, truck driver, and, most importantly, a mom, nana, and friend. […] — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Patricia A. Groff Patricia A. Groff age 83 of Richmond died on January 8, 2024, at Arbor Trace. She was born June 6, 1940, in Andersson to Everett View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Virginia Nick Virginia Nick, age 82, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024. — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Peter Leroy Wehrley Peter Leroy Wehrley, age 65, passed away at his residence on January 7, 2024. He was born July 19, 1958, the son of Roaul C. View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Christopher James Pflum Christopher James Pflum, 59, of Connersville passed away on December 29, 2023 at his residence. One of five children of Lowell and Phyllis Ash Pflum, Christopher was born on July 5, 1964 in Connersville and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1982. He was employed at Visteon in Connersville for nine years […] — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Ronald Parker Ronald Parker, age 81, of Liberty passed away peacefully at his home on January 7, 2024. Ronald was born on October 20, 1942, in Lexington View full obituary — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Jeffrey A. Raper Jeffrey A. Raper, age 46 of Richmond, passed away on Friday January 5, 2024 at his residence. He was born on January 31, 1977 in Richmond to Mark Raper and Patricia Raper Drook. Jeffrey lived in Richmond most of his life and was a Richmond High School graduate. He worked for Johns Manville and loved […] — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Ronald “Ron” Eugene Moore RICHMOND, Ind. – Ronald “Ron” Eugene Moore, age 60, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 5, 2024, at Reid Health. Born July 15, 1963, in Richmond, Indiana, to Ronald Leon and Laura Smythe Moore, Ron was a life-long resident of Wayne County. He was a 1981 graduate of Centerville High School and was a bail […] — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Alden Lewis Cross OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Iyanna Scammahorn A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. View full obituary — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Carl L Jones Carl L. Jones, age 78, of New Castle, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, at the Willows of New Castle. He was born April 25, 1945, in Somerset, Kentucky to the late James Lee & Helen Jones – Grear. Carl was an avid car & truck man and loved attending car shows. He knew every […] — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Franklin E Logan Franklin E Logan “Himer”, Dad, Grandfather, the biggest mama’s boy known to man, and proud divorcee of Laurel Indiana; had enough of this corrupt world View full obituary — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Tara Lynnette Clark Tara Lynnette Clark, 48, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 5, 2024. A daughter of Gary Wayne Clark and Lynnette Gail Rubush Pflum, Tara was born on June 4, 1975 in Richmond and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1993. In her leisure time, Tara enjoyed listening to music, playing with her dogs, […] — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Brenda Munchel Brenda Munchel, 70, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024, after many years of failing health. Brenda was born on September 23, 1953, in Connersville, Indiana to Bernard “Ben” and Jacquelyn (Miller) Singer. She was a graduate of Cambridge City Lincoln High School and worked various jobs over the years. She was a devoted member of […] — (Posted January 8, 2024)
David E. Amos David Erwin Amos, 80, a life-long resident of Connersville, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, January 5, 2023 at St. Vincent Heart Center, Carmel, Indiana. One of three children of Norman and Marie Backmeyer Amos, David was born in Connersville on September 13, 1943 and graduated from Connersville High School with the […] — (Posted January 8, 2024)
Doris Ruth McDermott Doris Ruth McDermot age 86 of Richmond, Funeral services will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Stegall-Berheide-Orr Funeral Home with Deacon Jim View full obituary — (Posted January 7, 2024)
Clarence E. Baker Clarence E. Baker, age 89 of Eldorado Ohio, passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, January 5, 2024 surrounded by family.  He was born October 15, 1934 in Brookville, Ohio to William and Thelma (Good) Baker.  He was a veteran serving in the Army from 1954 through 1956, stationed in Germany.  In 1973, Clarence […] — (Posted January 7, 2024)
Emma Lee Tudor Emma Lee (Morris) Tudor, age 82, formerly of New Paris, Ohio and of Mount Vernon, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Vancrest of Eaton.  Born on August 19, 1941 in Mount Vernon, Kentucky, daughter of the late Leroy & Gladys Mildred (Scott) Morris.   Emma had retired after many years working […] — (Posted January 7, 2024)
Imogene “Jeanne” (Wright) Collier Imogene “Jeanne” (Wright) Collier, 96, a resident of New Castle passed away Friday, January 5, 2024 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born April 7, 1927 in Shirley to the late Rev. Gerald A. and Mabel (Harris) Wright. A homemaker, Jeanne shared pastoral ministry with her husband in many Friends churches. A 1945 graduate […] — (Posted January 6, 2024)