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.
Linda Darlene (Benedict) Massengale Linda Darlene (Benedict) Massengale, 73, a resident of New Castle passed away Saturday, December 9, 2023 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born August 14, 1950 in New Castle to the late John and Hilda (Windmiller) Benedict. The youngest of the Benedict Clan, Linda was born and raised in the Benedict Home on […] — (Posted December 11, 2023)
Charles Stephen Thompson Charles Stephen “Steve” Thompson, 62, of Liberty passed away Friday, December 8, 2023 at Reid Health of Richmond. One of two children of Lloyd Stephen and Beverly Rose Herman Thompson, Steve was born September 2, 1961 in Greenfield, Ohio. A U.S. Army veteran, Steve served his country during the post-Vietnam war era. On January 13, […] — (Posted December 11, 2023)
Earl Thomas Steele Earl Thomas Steele departed this life and went home to be with the Lord, on Saturday December 9, 2023, at Reid Health in Connersville at View full obituary — (Posted December 11, 2023)
Daniel Jones Daniel Jones, 85, went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2023 surrounded by his loving family at his home in Brookville, Indiana. One of three sons of Elcer and Eddie Margret Fox Jones, Daniel was born on February 25, 1938 in Metamora, Indiana. He spent his school years between Peppertown and Beuna […] — (Posted December 11, 2023)
David Douglas Gray David Douglas Gray, age 54, of Eaton, Ohio, died on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana.  Born on August 29, 1969 in Dayton, Ohio, son of Paul David & Barbara Sue (Conn) Gray.   David graduated in 1988 from Eaton High School.  He had worked at the West Manchester Fire Department, […] — (Posted December 10, 2023)
Sadie Mae Stoltzfus      Sadie Mae Stoltzfus, age 1 month, daughter of Stephen and Mary Liz Stoltzfus of Lynn, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Friday night, December 8, 2023.    Surviving are her Parents, Stephen & Mary Liz Stoltzfus; Siblings, Benjamin, David Allen, Susie Anne and Dorothy; Grandparents, Jonas & Susie Beiler, Modoc, IN and […] — (Posted December 10, 2023)
Nancy Shears INDIANAPOLIS- Nancy Jo Shears, 85, of Indianapolis passed away on Thursday, December 7th, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis due to an extended illness. Nancy was the daughter to the late Donovan and Ruth Jackson of Lewisville, Indiana. On December 30, 1956, she married Herbert L. Shears Sr., and they spent 65 years together […] — (Posted December 10, 2023)
David Asher Marquis Obituary Pending Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with Pastor Jim Slaven officiating. Family View full obituary — (Posted December 9, 2023)
William George Brown William George Brown age 62 of Richmond died December 7, 2023, at Brickyard Healthcare. He was born August 5, 1961, in Rio Linda, California to View full obituary — (Posted December 9, 2023)
Robert J Toney Robert J Toney Age 85 Land O Lakes, Fl. Robert J Toney passed away on December 3rd, 2023. Robert was born April 17th, 1938, in Richmond, In. to Alphonso and Edith Morris Toney. He attended Richmond High School before enlisting into the Army. He worked at Hoffco Manufacturing and NATCO Manufacturing Before retiring from Richmond […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Daniel Clayton Conway Daniel Clayton Conway, 82, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023 at The Addison Place in New Castle. He was born July 20, 1941 in New Castle, a son of the late Clayton M. and Marjorie Helen (Beeson) Conway. A 1959 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School in New Castle, he attended […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Ralph E. Poindexter CONNERSVILLE, IN– Ralph E. Poindexter, age 82, of Connersville, Indiana, died Thursday, December 7, 2023, at home surrounded by family. Born January 19, 1941, in Dublin, Indiana, to John Jefferson and Mattie Stanfield Poindexter, Ralph lived in this community all of his life. He was a graduate of Cambridge City High School and retired from […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Georgia Claudia Ragan Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Jon Shane Mays Jon Shane Mays passed away on December 5th, 2023, at home. He was born on September 20th, 1973, the son of Richard and Linda L. View full obituary — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Jeffrey D. Lamberson Sr. RICHMOND, IN– Jeffrey D. Lamberson, Sr., age 66, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, December 7, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital. Born August 20, 1957, in Richmond, Indiana, to Jerry C. Lamberson and Carrie Leona Smith Lamberson, Jeff lived all of his life in this community. Jeff proudly served in the U. S. Navy. He retired […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Deborah Alice Gibson RICHMOND, In – With joyous hearts, the family of Deborah Alice “Debbie” (Schmidt) Gibson announces that our mother has received life’s ultimate reward and went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday December 7, 2023. A lifelong resident of Richmond, Debbie was born on March 14, 1949, to William and Marie (Whaley) Schmidt. […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Betty Lou Wright RICHMOND, IN– Betty Lou Wright, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, December 7, 2023, at home. Born April 7, 1946, in Hazard, Kentucky, to Clyde and Cora Whitaker, she was one of 10 children. Betty Lou moved to Richmond at 19 years of age. She enjoyed doing hair for 57 years and owned and […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Wilma Ruth Studt Wilma Ruth Studt, 83, passed away December 8, 2023 at Heritage House Connersville. Wilma Ruth (McNally) Studt was born on January 11, 1940 to Albert and Martha (Beasley) McNally on their family farm in Butler County, Ohio. She graduated Whitewater High School and Ball State University with a B.A and M.A in elementary education. She […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Doris A. Tipton RICHMOND, IN– Doris A. Tipton, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Reid Health. Born January 24, 1936, in Harlan, Kentucky, to Hobart Rufus Wilhoit and Maggie Berry Elyina Wilhoit, Doris lived most of her life in Richmond. She was a member of Freedom […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Sandra “Sandy” Shipley Sandra “Sandy” Shipley, 70, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday December 5, 2023, at her home. She was born on August 19, 1953, in Tennessee to Phyllis (Padgett) Hannon. Sandy was a kind lady who enjoyed being around and socializing with everyone. She was very family oriented and would do anything for her children […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Brock Shipley Brock Shipley, 48, of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday December 5, 2023, at his home. He was born on July 12, 1975, in New Castle to Larry and Sandra (Purnell) Shipley. He was a handy man and could work on anything. Brock always dreamed of owning a Harley Davidson. Brock is survived by his […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Tracy Fortman CAMBRIDGE CITY- Tracy Lyn Fortman, age 50, passed peacefully surrounded by family on December 6, 2023. Born on February 4, 1973, she was a life-long resident of Cambridge City. Tracy was a graduate of Lincoln High School and went on to achieve a Master’s Degree from Ball State University in dietetics. She was a beloved […] — (Posted December 8, 2023)
Karin Heflin Karin R. Heflin, 81, of Cambridge City, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. She was born on February 11, 1942 in New Castle to Franklin and Mary Alice (Moore) Scott. Karin lived her entire life in this area and was a 1960 graduate of Lincoln High School. She was […] — (Posted December 7, 2023)
Edwin Jules Sloan Edwin Jules Sloan, 76, of New Castle, passed away in his home (per his request) with his family by his side, and his wife sweetly kissing his cheeks as he entered his eternal home on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. He was born August 6, 1947 in Henry County, a son of the late Edwin and […] — (Posted December 7, 2023)
Ronald Lee Jones Ronald Lee Jones, 82, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at his residence. He was born on April 15, 1941 in New Castle a son of the late, James Floyd and Vera Ella (Armantrout) Jones. A beloved husband, father and grandfather, Ronald loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed camping, […] — (Posted December 7, 2023)
Elsie Lathery Elsie Lathery, 81 of Connersville went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. She was born on August 7, 1942 in View full obituary — (Posted December 7, 2023)
Constance “Connie” Jennings Titak In Loving Memory of Constance “Connie” Jennings Titak Constance “Connie” Jennings Titak, 69, of Carmel, IN, gracefully departed this world on December 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family, after bravely battling Lewy Body Dementia. Born on March 26, 1954, to the effervescent Gloria and the steadfast Richard “Dick” Jennings in New Castle, IN, Connie […] — (Posted December 7, 2023)
Lisa Ann Tarvin Lisa Ann Tarvin, 64, of Connersville passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 3, 2023 while visiting her family in Livingston, Texas. She was born April 7, 1959 in Cherry Point, North Carolina, one of three children of Donald and Jacqueline Fay Ford and was a graduate of Caroll High School in Corpus Christi, Texas. On November […] — (Posted December 7, 2023)
Benjamin Pineda Benjamin Pineda, born May 23, 2008 passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023 at the age of 15. Ben was born with Hunter’s Syndrome and though he lived a difficult life, he brought great joy and light to many people. Visitation will be held from 1:30 p.m. -3:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at […] — (Posted December 7, 2023)
Edna Faye Mikesell RICHMOND, IN– Edna Faye Mikesell, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, went to be home with the Lord on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Reid Health. Born May 8, 1934, in Monroe County, West Virginia, to Walden and Anna May Miller Wickline, Edna lived most of her adult life in this community. She was a graduate […] — (Posted December 7, 2023)