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.
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)
Greta Steele Greta Steele, age 59, of New Castle, Indiana passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the Steele family. — (Posted November 6, 2023)
David E Gettinger David E. Gettinger passed away on November 4, 2023, at Reid Health in Connersville at the age of 85. David was born on August 9, View full obituary — (Posted November 6, 2023)
Linda S Kolk Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted November 6, 2023)
William Counceller William “Bill” Counceller, 78 of Liberty passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023. He was born on September 22, 1945 in Connersville to the late View full obituary — (Posted November 6, 2023)
Brenda Lynn Griffin Brenda L Griffin, age 70, passed away at Reid Health on November 4th, 2023. She was born on December 4th, 1952, in Richmond Indiana, the View full obituary — (Posted November 6, 2023)
Janice Carender      Janice M. Carender, 76, of Williamsburg, passed away suddenly at home on Saturday evening, November 4.    Janice was born on May 1, 1947 in Roanoke, Virginia, the daughter of Lewis Gordon & Mary Evelyn (Spangler) Bryant, both of whom preceded her in death. She was a 1965 graduate of Richmond High School. […] — (Posted November 6, 2023)
Arlen L. Aukerman Arlen L. Aukerman, 84 of Eaton, Ohio, died Saturday, November 4, 2023 in Eaton. Born on February 18, 1939 in Eaton, he was the son of the late Ralph W. & Mildred L. (Strothman) Aukerman.   Arlen retired in 2006 after 44 years with Parker Hannifin in Eaton. He was a 1957 Eaton High School […] — (Posted November 5, 2023)
Pauline K Gambill Pauline “Polly” Gambill, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023 at her home. She was born on January 13, 1936 in Twin Falls, Idaho to Henry and Mary (Christian) Starry. Polly graduated form Twin Falls H.S. and on November 1, 1953 she married Bert Gambill, Jr. in Elco, Nevada. Bert served over 22 years in […] — (Posted November 5, 2023)
Peggy Sue Shroyer Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted November 5, 2023)
Judy A. Simpson Judy A. Simpson, age 77 of Richmond, Indiana went to be with the Lord on Thursday November 2, 2023, while surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on October 10, 1946, in Clinton County, IN to Simpson Boone and Belle Ely Boone. She married Harold Simpson in Kirklin, Indiana on June 6, […] — (Posted November 5, 2023)
Ronald K. Allee Ronald K. Alee age 80 of Richmond died November 5, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community. Funeral services will be announced by Stegall-Berheide-Orr Funeral Home. View full obituary — (Posted November 5, 2023)
Christina Anne Desonie      Christina Anne Desonie “Socks”, 40, of Centerville, passed away on Thursday evening, November 2, following a courageous fight against cancer.    She was born on September 5, 1983, in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of Daniel & Dianna Stevens. Christina was a 2002 graduate of Richmond High School. She worked in the medical field […] — (Posted November 4, 2023)
Lothair Irvin HAGERSTOWN – Lothair Irvin, 92, passed away Thursday morning November 2, 2023, at his home in rural Hagerstown.  The son of the late Everett and Luva (Covalt) Irvin, Lothair was born in Blue River Township, Henry County, Indiana on July 13, 1931.  Lothair was raised on a farm and graduated from Hagerstown High School with […] — (Posted November 4, 2023)
Kathleen “Kathy” Ann Weber RICHMOND, Ind. – Kathleen Ann Weber, also known as Kathy, passed away on November 1, 2023, at the age of 80 in Richmond, Indiana, surrounded by those she loved. She was the cherished daughter of Bill and Kath, and was born on July 5, 1943, in Stockton-on-Tees, England. Ken and Kathy married on June 12, […] — (Posted November 3, 2023)
Greta Mae Steele Greta Mae Steele, 59, of Connersville passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 1:13 a.m. at her residence following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born February 28, 1964 in New Castle,… — (Posted November 3, 2023)
Harold McDaniel Jr. Harold (Mac) Butch McDaniel was born at home November 19th, 1938 to Harold and Letha McDaniel. He was raised in Liberty, Indiana, surrounded by many aunts and uncles, he said growing up was the best childhood. Harold’s first job, at the age of 12, was cutting meat for the local grocery store, then in 1955, […] — (Posted November 3, 2023)
Louise “Jean” DiBacco Dellinger Louise “Jean” DiBacco Dellinger, 97, passed on October 27th ,2023 in Pendleton Indiana. Jean was born on June 12th,1926 in Watertown, Massachusetts to the late Joseph and Vincenza DiBacco. She was a former resident of Richmond, Indiana and Leesburg, Florida. Jean was a longtime employee and retired from Alcoa in Richmond. She loved cooking, shopping, […] — (Posted November 3, 2023)
Joseph Paul Moore Joseph Paul Moore, Jr., 77, of New Castle went to be with the Lord Thursday, November 2, 2023 at IU Ball Memorial Health. He was born on May 17, 1946 to the late Joseph Paul Moore, Sr. and Elanor Eileen (Pollard) Moore. He was a veteran of the United States Army where he proudly served […] — (Posted November 3, 2023)
Gloria J. Eaton Gloria J. Eaton, age 77 of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Friday, November 3, 2023 in Eaton. Born on March 10, 1946 in Dayton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Vernal & Catherine (Olsen) Winkle.   Gloria was a Registered Nurse, having worked at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton and McCullough Hyde Hospital in Oxford, […] — (Posted November 3, 2023)
Mary Maddox Mary Maddox, age 93, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away in her sleep after a short illness on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at Ascension/St. Vincent Hospital View full obituary — (Posted November 3, 2023)
Marjorie G. Miller Marjorie G. Miller, age 94, of Richmond passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2023, at Reid Health in Richmond. Marjorie was born on November 19, 1928, View full obituary — (Posted November 3, 2023)
Mark Ellis Turner RICHMOND, Ind. – Mark Ellis Turner, age 76, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Reid Health. Born October 14, 1947, in Richmond, Indiana, to Jincy and Thelma Crane Turner, Mark was a life-long resident of the area. He was a graduate of Centerville High School and a veteran of the United States […] — (Posted November 3, 2023)