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.
Dean Dunaway      Dean A. Dunaway, GySgt, USMC (Ret.), age 56, went Home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 8.       Dean was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 26, 1967, to Ronald and Karyl (Randall) Dunaway. He enlisted in the US Marine Corps in January 1986 and served his Corps honorably until […] — (Posted November 12, 2023)
Charles Michael Graham Charles Michael Graham, age 70 of West Alexandria, OH died Wednesday, November 8, 2023. Mike was born on June 24, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio. He was a 1972 Twin Valley South graduate, attended Sinclair College and graduated from the University of Dayton.  He was currently employed at Mahle Behr Dayton Thermal Products in Dayton, Ohio. […] — (Posted November 11, 2023)
Barbara Limburg Barbara J. Limburg, 78, of Richmond, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023 at her home. She was born on October 2, 1945 in Anderson, Indiana to Woodrow and Thelma (Clift) Hollars. Barbara’s Greatest Joy in life was being a Mom and caring for others! She worked for Senior Opportunity Service for 23 years as […] — (Posted November 11, 2023)
Patricia Van Winkle Patricia Van Winkle, age 92, passed over to her Heavenly Home on November 5, 2023, at Whitewater Commons in Liberty, Indiana, where she had resided View full obituary — (Posted November 10, 2023)
Joseph F. James, Sr. It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Rev. Dr. Joseph F. James, Sr, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, friend, veteran, member of the Roman Catholic clergy, executive administrator, university professor, competitive athlete and practicing psychologist. Joe peacefully departed this world and entered into the heavenly paradise on […] — (Posted November 10, 2023)
Albert Douglas Bullock Albert “Al” Douglas Bullock, age 79 of Richmond, Indiana, died November 9th, 2023. He was born in Crab Orchard, Kentucky to Delbert and Geneva Lunsford View full obituary — (Posted November 10, 2023)
Diana (Winter) Pheffer Diana (Winter) Pheffer, 71, of New Castle, died peacefully Thursday evening in her home. She was born on April 25, 1952, in New Castle, the daughter of the late Darrell and Doris (Miller) Winter. Diana graduated from Walter P. Chrysler High School and from Ball State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. She […] — (Posted November 10, 2023)
Larry Ray Brown Larry Ray Brown, 74, of Connersville passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Reid Health, Richmond. One of four children of Alfred E. and Pearl Burch Brown, Larry was born in Batesville, Indiana on October 16, 1949 and graduated from Brookville High School. Larry was drafted into the United States Navy during the Vietnam War […] — (Posted November 10, 2023)
Camellia Pflum Camellia Pflum, 68, of Richmond, IN, spread her wings to heaven on November 4, 2023, after a 2-month battle with metastatic cancer. She leaves a huge hole in the hearts of her friends and family who were always entertained by her stories and sense of humor. She truly brought the life to the party. When […] — (Posted November 10, 2023)
Linda R. ( Edwards) True Linda R. (Edwards) True, 70, a resident of rural New Castle, gained her wings and went home to meet Jesus on November 8, 2023, after injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born in Wayne County, Kentucky on November 26, 1952 to Fred and Maxine (Bertram) Edwards. Linda’s family relocated to New Castle where […] — (Posted November 9, 2023)
Candace “Candy” I. Bowling Candace “Candy” Irene Bowling, 61, of Losantville passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born on August 1, 1962 to the late Donald and Sylvia (Stout) Faucett. She was a member of the 1982 graduating class at Blue River Valley High School. Candy was a proud member of […] — (Posted November 9, 2023)
Donna Jeannine McCurdy RICHMOND, Ind. – Donna Jeannine McCurdy, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Reid Health surrounded by her family. Born June 3, 1936, in New Castle, Indiana, to Lawrence and Lucille Laremore, she was a life-long resident of this area. Donna worked throughout her life, earlier as a bookkeeper at Kentucky […] — (Posted November 9, 2023)
Raymond A Weiser Raymond A. “Ray” Weiser, 86, of Hagerstown, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born on August 8, 1937at home in Spartanburg, Indiana the son of Josephine (Phenis) Weiser. Ray attended Lynn High School and left school to enlist in the U.S. Navy just after the […] — (Posted November 9, 2023)
Ronda “Randy” Lynn Weesner Ronda “Randy” Lynn Weesner, 64, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Parker Health following a long battle with cancer. She was born on March 30, 1959 in New Castle to Ronald and Joyce (Pence) Thompson. Randy was known for being a gentle soul and her strong and loving personality. She was […] — (Posted November 9, 2023)
Ivan Charles Chew On October 25, 2023, Ivan C. Chew, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at age 86. Ivan was born on Sept. 1, 1937, in New Castle, Ind. to Carl and Ruth (Marlatt) Chew. He graduated from Lewisville High School in 1955. On Nov. 4, 1956, he married Janet (Warrick) Chew, the love of his […] — (Posted November 9, 2023)
Larry Edward Olden Larry Edward Olden entered into eternal rest on Nov 6th, 2023 at age 64. He was born Feb 25th, 1959 in Muncie Indiana where he View full obituary — (Posted November 9, 2023)
Dorothy L. Newton Dorothy L. Phillips Newton of Richmond, Indiana, 86 years old, passed away October 25, 2023 at hospice with heart complications in Florida. Siblings: Bobby Long, Fred Phillips, Bud Phillips. Surviving children: Damaris Hartmier, Michael Newton. Grandchildren: Heather Phillips, Blake Hartmier, Logan Hartmier, Kyle Hartmier, Alexander Hartmier, Justin Smith. Memorial service will be held November 16, […] — (Posted November 8, 2023)
Joyce Elaine Rose Joyce E. Rose, 96, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She left this earth for her heavenly home on November 5, 2023, while residing at Greenwood Village South in Greenwood, Indiana. She was born to Orlando and Pearl Ball on October 27, 1927. While in elementary school she and her family moved […] — (Posted November 8, 2023)
Kevin Humphrey Jr. OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted November 8, 2023)
Shawn King Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted November 8, 2023)
Marla S Cecil Marla Tutterrow Cecil, age 76, of New Castle, passed away Monday, November 6, 2023, at The Willows of New Castle. She was born December 29, 1946, in Muncie, Indiana to the late Sherman & Lillian (Adkins) Tutterrow. Marla loved life and lived it to its fullest. She loved country music and went to several concerts […] — (Posted November 7, 2023)
George E. Hammonds George E. Hammonds, 96, a resident of New Castle passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at Addison Place of New Castle. He was born May 17, 1927 in Indianapolis to the late Claude and Blanche (Hancock) Hammonds. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served as a Corporal during the Korean War. George retired from […] — (Posted November 7, 2023)
Donald L Kelly Donald L. Kelly passed away on Monday November 6, 2023, at Reid Healthcare in Richmond at the age of 75. Born in Richmond, Indiana on View full obituary — (Posted November 7, 2023)
Jennefer K. Sparks RICHMOND, Ind. – Jennefer K. Sparks, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, November 6, 2023, at Reid Health. Born April 2, 1949, in Connersville, Indiana, to James Joseph and Ella Tanksley Purcell, Jennefer was a life-long resident of this area. She worked at Wayne Works and Walmart in the deli before retiring. Jennefer was […] — (Posted November 7, 2023)
Mary T. MacPherson Mary T. MacPherson age 100 of Richmond died November 3,2023 at Forest Park Health Campus. She was born March 31, 1923 in Richmond to Antonio View full obituary — (Posted November 7, 2023)
Karen Kay Gray Karen K. Gray, 77 of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Sunday, November 5, 2023 at her residence. She was born on April 2, 1946 in Dayton, Ohio. Karen was a 1964 graduate of Verona High School and retired in 2003 from Dayton Power and Light where she was an Account Service Representative for 37 years. Karen had […] — (Posted November 7, 2023)
Sarah Sue Wright Sarah Sue Wright, 82, of Connersville passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 at Reid Health Richmond. One of two daughters of Donald Moore and Virginia Tryon Clark, Sarah was born in Connersville on January 12, 1941. In 1982, Sarah married John Wright in Connersville. Mr. Wright passed away in 2005. For many years Sarah was […] — (Posted November 7, 2023)
Duane Carter Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted November 7, 2023)
Warren Aldrich LEWISVILLE- Warren ‘Henry’ Gail Aldrich, Jr. passed away Sunday afternoon November 5, 2023. Born July 19, 1944 in Terre Haute, Indiana to the late Warren Sr. and Maxine (Compton) Aldrich. Warren spent most of his life as an Indiana State Trooper. During this time, he would acquire his pilot’s license and retire as a pilot […] — (Posted November 7, 2023)
Lana Michelle Baker Obituary Pending The public calling will be Sunday, November 12, 2023, at Bethel A.M.E.Church, 200 South 6th Street, Richmond, Indiana, from 2:00 PM until 5:00 View full obituary — (Posted November 7, 2023)