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.
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)
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)