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.
Judy L. Berry
Judy L. (Via) Berry, 79 of Brookville, Ohio and formerly of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at New Lebanon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New Lebanon, Ohio. She was born on April 7, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio, daughter of the late Paul and Helen (Ludy) Via. Judy was a retired bus driver for […] — (Posted November 22, 2023)
Mark Edgar Brunton Sr.
Mark Edgar Brunton Sr. was a loving Christian, father, grandfather, husband, and family man. He was born October 30, 1943 in Richmond, IN to David and Beatrice (née Adams). Raised in Richmond and with deep family roots in the area, he resided in Wayne County most of his life. He died November 18, 2023 at […] — (Posted November 22, 2023)
Ruth Ann Rigsbee Willis
Ruth Ann Rigsbee Willis, 89, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 20, 2023 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born December 30, 1933 in Manilla, IN, a daughter of the late Emerson and Mildred Hester Rigsbee. A 1951 graduate of Shelbyville High School, Ruth Ann attended Jordan College of Music […] — (Posted November 22, 2023)
Patricia Louise Rankin
Patricia Louise (Weisbrod) Rankin passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Rankin. Pat and Keith were married 69 loving years at the time of his passing. She is survived by four children – Denise Ward (Whiteland), Darrell (Sherry) Rankin (Centerville), Cindy (Joe) Fox, (Zionsville) and Steven […] — (Posted November 22, 2023)
Garlin E Bryant
Garlin E. Bryant, age 97, of Liberty, Indiana passed away on Monday November 20, 2023 at Whitewater Commons surrounded by his loving family. Garlin was View full obituary — (Posted November 22, 2023)
Brent Powell
RICHMOND- Brent Douglas Powell, 41, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on the morning of Sunday November 19th, 2023, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Brent was born in Richmond, Indiana on May 27th, 1982, to Thomas and Wanda (French) Powell. He attended Richmond High School and worked at various area restaurants as a waiter. He […] — (Posted November 21, 2023)
James E. Holland
James E. Holland passed away at Reid Health on November 20th, 2023. He was born on November 24th, 1981, in Richmond, IN to Beverly Edwards View full obituary — (Posted November 21, 2023)
Charles “Charlie” J. Ramsey
RICHMOND, Ind. – Charles “Charlie” J. Ramsey, age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, November 20, 2023, at home surrounded by family. Born January 16, 1937, in Richmond, Indiana, to Canada and Callie Townsend Ramsey, Charlie was a life-long resident of this area. He retired from Belden in 1998, after working there for 36 years […] — (Posted November 21, 2023)
Deborah J Follis
Services will be 3:00 PM Friday, November 24, 2023, at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints; friends may call from 1:00 PM to View full obituary — (Posted November 21, 2023)
Alora Christine Lynn
Alora Christine Lynn, beloved seven-month-old daughter of Owen Patrick and Abigail Elizabeth (Schaper) Lynn unexpectedly flew into the warm embrace of Jesus early on Saturday, November 18, 2023. She was born at home on March 31, 2023, in Avon, Indiana, and immediately brought pure joy to her family. She loved her big sister, Kaynan, who […] — (Posted November 20, 2023)
Marlyn Sue Johnston
Marlyn Sue Johnston, 76, of rural New Castle went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at her home following a brief illness. She was born April 2, 1947 in Keno, KY, a daughter of the late Gilbert and Gertie (Taylor) Wilson. Sue graduated from Burnside High School in Burnside, KY in […] — (Posted November 20, 2023)
Col. John D. Beeson
Muncie, IN – The Greatest Generation continues to fade. Col. (USAF-Ret) John D. Beeson, 98, who served his country in three wars, died Nov. 15, 2023. A Losantville native, his career in flight took him from tail gunner to aircraft commander and airport manager. Col. Beeson spent his last days at Westminster Village, Muncie, where […] — (Posted November 20, 2023)
Cynthia Alice Baker-Redmon
Cynthia Alice Baker-Redmon age 63 died November 18, 2023, at her home after an extended illness. She was born on April 15, 1960, in Richmond View full obituary — (Posted November 20, 2023)
Connie Faucett
Connie Faucett, 78, of New Castle passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born on June 10, 1945 in New Castle to the late Ike and Mildred (Sorrell) Smith. A lifelong resident of Henry County, she worked at Chrysler Corp. in New Castle. Connie also worked at Allison […] — (Posted November 20, 2023)
Neil Parker
Neil A. Parker, 80, a former Fountain City resident, passed away on Saturday, November 18 in Richmond, where he had resided for the past several years. Neil was born on April 3, 1943, the son of David E. & Dorothy B. (Burnap Parker Copley. Neil had formerly worked for Sherman Williams. For […] — (Posted November 19, 2023)
Charles “Charlie” Polston
Charles “Charlie” Polston, 93, of New Castle, passed away at Henry Community Health on Friday, November 17, 2023. He was born on December 25, 1929, in Louisville, Kentucky, a son of the late Claude and Marie (Lair) Polston. Charlie served in the US Army during World War II and married the love of his life, […] — (Posted November 19, 2023)
Peggie Anne Brinkley
Peggie Anne Brinkley, 86 of Henry County passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2023. She was born on October 19, 1937 to the late William and Mary King. Peggie loved to cook, she was a waitress and cook for many years in Indianapolis. She enjoyed spending time with her family especially the grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. […] — (Posted November 19, 2023)
Janet Sue Moore
Janet Sue (Smith) Moore, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023 in her home. Janet was born on November 7, 1944, in Soldier, Kentucky, to Burl and Celestie (Tate) Smith. Janet enjoyed a long and successful career as a real estate broker in both Indiana and […] — (Posted November 19, 2023)
Sylvia L O’Neal
Sylvia I. O’Neal, age ,61 of New Castle, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023, at The Waters of New Castle. She was born February 3, 1962, in Winchester, Indiana to the late Paul & Irene (Bartlette) Pearson. Sylvia was a lively soul and enjoyed life to its fullest. Sylvia was a long time employee of […] — (Posted November 18, 2023)
Karen Thomas
Karen Thomas, age 77, of New Castle, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Ripley County, Indiana to the late Raymond & Edith (Young) Hardebeck. Karen was a lively soul and enjoyed life to its fullest. She loved her family more than anything. Her […] — (Posted November 18, 2023)
Tina M Wilkinson
Tina M. WIlkinson, age ,56 of New Castle, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born December 22, 1966, in New Castle, Indiana to Eva (Elliott) Lawson and the late Roy Lawson. Tina was a lively soul and enjoyed life to its fullest even though having a disability most […] — (Posted November 18, 2023)
Marilyn Sue McKechnie
On November 12, 2023, our loving Lord welcomed home Marilyn Sue McKechnie, age 88. She was born on October 29, 1935 in Campbellsburg, Indiana to the parents of Wilma & Robert Wade. Following a move to New Castle, she became a big sister to Lee Ann (Wade) Wallen. Despite their 10 year age difference, they […] — (Posted November 17, 2023)
Ruth Ellen Haskett
Ruth Ellen Haskett of Richmond, Indiana went home to be with her Lord on November 15, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and faithful dog “Precious”. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on June 11, 1943, to John W. Alvey Sr. and Hazel I (Mitchell) Alvey. Ruth was a member of the Nazarene Church of […] — (Posted November 17, 2023)
Donna Jean Riden
On November 15th at around 11 pm, Donna Jean Centers Riden (“Jean”) died peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by family. Born September 27, 1933, Jean View full obituary — (Posted November 17, 2023)
Clarence E. Bowman
Clarence Edward Bowman, 86 of Connersville, Indiana, passed away in his home, in Centerville, on November 16, 2023. Bo was born in Connersville, on May View full obituary — (Posted November 17, 2023)
Pamela F. Stonecipher
RICHMOND, IN– Pamela F. Stonecipher, age 65, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, November 9th, 2023, at home. Born March 4th, 1958, in Indianapolis, IN to Corinne and Samuel Hammond, Pamela lived most of her life in Richmond, IN. She enjoyed caring for family, spending time with her dogs, fishing, going to the casino and playing […] — (Posted November 17, 2023)