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.
William Huffman Davis William H. Davis (JuneBug) of New Castle passed away December 21st, 2023 at Henry Community Health. He was born October 19th, 1951 in New Castle, Indiana to the late William Davis and Dianne (Heck) Davis. He is survived by two sons, William Gene Davis of Tennessee and Matthew Ryan Davis of New Castle, Mother Dianne […] — (Posted December 26, 2023)
Bill Magaw My father, Bill Magaw was born on the family farm in Boston, IN on September 5, 1932, to Martha and Paul Magaw, where he lived View full obituary — (Posted December 26, 2023)
Betty J. Markley Betty J. Markley, age 99 of New Paris, Ohio passed away peacefully on December 22, 2023. She was born June 25th, 1924 in Richmond, Indiana View full obituary — (Posted December 26, 2023)
Gail P. Wright Gail (Patty) Wright, 84 of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Friday, December 22, 2023 at the Greenbriar Nursing Home in Eaton. Born on December 8, 1939 in Lewisburg, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Henry T. & Alma B. (King) Sink.   Patty was a 1957 Lewisburg High School graduate. She enjoyed being with her […] — (Posted December 24, 2023)
Matthew David Lopez Matthew David Lopez, 46, of Spiceland, went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Friday, December 22, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following a brief illness. He was born April 21, 1977, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Debi (Lines) Fecek. Matt was a graduate of Knightstown […] — (Posted December 23, 2023)
Bobby Earl Bowman Bobby Earl Bowman, a resident of New Castle, Indiana died on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. He was born on November 21, 1927 in Boone County, Indiana, a son of the late Mark and Georgia Bowman. He was married to Margaret Ann Yates on September 4, 1949. They enjoyed their travels […] — (Posted December 23, 2023)
Jim Patrick Patlan Jim Patrick Patlan, 62, of Richmond, Indiana, born on September 30, 1961, lost his battle with anxiety and depression and took his own life by View full obituary — (Posted December 23, 2023)
Artie Bradshaw-Bowne Artie Bradshaw-Bowne, 102, of New Castle, passed away on the evening of Friday, December 22, 2023, at Chalet Healthcare in Indianapolis. She was born on March 16, 1921, in Russell Springs, Kentucky, a daughter of the late James William and Mary Effie (Piercy) George. Artie was known for her caring spirit, and her life was […] — (Posted December 23, 2023)
Dottie D. Holmes Dottie D. Holmes, 84, of Greenwood, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023 following an extended illness. She was born June 11, 1939 in Kentucky, a daughter of the late Sherman and Bonnie (Atkinson) Catron. Always giving and loving, Dottie was good-hearted and her oldest daughter says, “She was my Mom, but also my best friend.” […] — (Posted December 22, 2023)
David C. Newman David C. Newman, 80, of Greencastle, passed away on Wednesday December 21, 2023, at his home. He was born on September 19, 1943, in New Castle to the late Kem and Janavieve (Davis) Newman. On May 5, 1961, David married Debbie Koontz and were married for 55 years. David loved his family and was Godly […] — (Posted December 22, 2023)
Douglas Richard Meyers Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted December 22, 2023)
Joyce E. Flynn Joyce E. Flynn, 84, of Sulphur Springs passed away Saturday, December 9, 2023 at her home. She was born January 26, 1939 in New Castle to the late Gerald and Flora (Osborne) Harvey. Those left to cherish her memory include three children, Kevin Flynn of Illinois, Cindy Cupp of Illinois, and Kyle Flynn of Sulphur […] — (Posted December 22, 2023)
Walker Kent Crull Walker Kent Crull, infant son of Cory R. & Jenna (Kiess) Crull passed on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. He was born on December 1, 2023.   Additional survivors including his Paternal Grandparents: Robert K. & Vickie L. Crull of New Paris, OH and Paternal Great Grandmother: Myra Crull of […] — (Posted December 22, 2023)
Charles Doyle Metcalf Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted December 22, 2023)
Dorothy (Boyer) Talbot Dorothy Boyer Talbot, age 98 of Richmond, Indiana passed away peacefully on Tuesday December 19, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community. She was born in Davenport, Iowa on September 17, 1925, to Harry Boyer and Lillie Anderson Boyer. Dorothy married John Talbot on November 17, 1945, and together they raised 7 beautiful children. She was a […] — (Posted December 22, 2023)
Neenah Marie Blaylock HAGERSTOWN, IN– Neenah Marie Blaylock, age 64, of Hagerstown, Indiana, died Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at home. Born December 6, 1959, in Dayton, Ohio to Jackie Jones Sr. and Eloise Johnson Sacre, Neenah lived most of her life in this area. She graduated from Richmond High School and worked at Hoffco and CIT. Neenah enjoyed […] — (Posted December 21, 2023)
Hilda L. Kassen Hilda L. Kassen, 102, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at Addison Place in New Castle. She was born on April 17, 1921 to the late George and Lois (Wynn) Lineback. She was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church. Hilda and her late husband Robert helped run Kamp Modoc and started Kassen Kamp […] — (Posted December 21, 2023)
James Anthony Kammerer RICHMOND, IN– James Anthony Kammerer, age 78, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at home. Born September 18, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Robert and Ann Cavanaugh Kammerer, James lived most of his life in the Cincinnati area. He worked as a computer programmer for CG & E. James was a member of […] — (Posted December 21, 2023)
Mary Elizabeth Duffy Mary Elizabeth Duffy, 88, passed away on Wednesday, December 19, 2023 at Arbor Trace, Richmond. One of six children of Howard Brames and Alice Kallmeyer Brames, Mary was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 30, 1935 and graduated from Mother Mercy High School, Cincinnati, Ohio with the class of 1952. On March 23, 1955 Mary […] — (Posted December 21, 2023)
James M Burns James M. Burns passed away at Reid Health in Richmond on December 20, 2023, at the age of 85. James was born in Kokomo, Indiana View full obituary — (Posted December 21, 2023)
Elijah J. Watkins Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted December 21, 2023)
Everett “Duce” Ray Upchurch Everett “Duce” Ray Upchurch, 99, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at The Willows of New Castle. He was born on October 1, 1924 in Albany, KY, one of nine children, born to the late Ted and Eulas Upchurch. Humble, honest, provider, caregiver, intelligent, storyteller, home builder, farmer and a strong […] — (Posted December 20, 2023)
Rita Ann Yaryan Hughett It is with great sadness that the family of Rita Ann Yaryan Hughett announces her passing on Monday, December 18, 2023 at Reid Hospital surrounded by her loved ones. Rita was born on January 25, 1951 in New Castle, Indiana and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1969. Rita had a love […] — (Posted December 20, 2023)
Mary E Hall Mary E Hall, age 94, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. — (Posted December 20, 2023)
James Jefferies James “Jim” Jefferies passed away on December 19, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 73. He was born in Connersville on View full obituary — (Posted December 20, 2023)
Barbara Short Barbara Short, age 86, of Economy died at her home on Tuesday December 19, 2023. She was born in Greens Fork, IN on December 10, 1937 to F. Stickley and Thelma P. (Turner) Hobbs. Barbara graduated from Economy High School in 1955 and has lived in this area her entire life. She was a bookkeeper […] — (Posted December 20, 2023)
Thomas Michael Welsh Thomas Michael Welsh 81 of Lawrence, KS passed away with his family around him on December 16, 2023. He was born on September 28, 1942 to Robert Joseph Welsh and Beatrice Elizabeth Henry Welsh in Connersville, IN. Tom attended St. Gabriel and graduated from Connersville High School in 1960 where he played football and competed […] — (Posted December 20, 2023)
Dianne G. Seamans RICHMOND, IN- Dianne G. Seamans, age 66, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, December 18, 2023, at IU Medical Center surrounded by the love of her family and friends after a long and courageous battle with several illnesses. Born December 2, 1957, in Connersville, Indiana, to Clifton and Hazel Isaacs Gabbard, Dianne lived most of her […] — (Posted December 20, 2023)
Helen Melissa Chalfant Helen Melissa Chalfant, age 93, passed away on Sunday December 17, 2023 at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. She was born in Eaton, Ohio on May 20, 1930 to Robert and Miranda (Wright) Faris. Melissa was a beautiful person and a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be dearly missed by […] — (Posted December 20, 2023)
David A. Craw David Allen Craw, 64, of Losantville, died Tuesday, December 19, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones, following a long illness. He was born in Winchester on June 4, 1959 to Harold D. and Janet L. (Oren) Craw and was a lifelong resident of Randolph County. He married the love of his life Sherry on February […] — (Posted December 19, 2023)