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.
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)
Mary Therese Clark Mary Therese Clark (née O’Keefe), 93, of Connersville, passed away early Wednesday morning, November 15, 2023, at The Waters of Tipton Nursing Home in Tipton, Indiana. Mary was a loving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. Mary was in failing health for several months and in hospice care. She was loved by […] — (Posted November 17, 2023)
Barbara Sue South Barbara Sue South, 82, of New Castle went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday November 16, 2023, at Reid Hospital in Richmond after numerous battles with cancer. She was born on January 10, 1941, in New Castle to the late Herbert and Mary (Dicken) Witham. She was a 1959 graduate of Lewisville […] — (Posted November 16, 2023)
Catherine “Katy” Jeanine Bowling Catherine “Katy” Jeanine Bowling, age 85, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday November 14, 2023 while surrounded by her family. She is survived by her six children who made up the entirety of her world, Jerri Lyn Peed (Dickie), Kim Pegg (Lee), Michael Bowling (Tia), Terri Shouse (Gary), John Bowling (Veronica) and Tommy […] — (Posted November 16, 2023)
Paulette I. Evans Paulette I. Evans, age 81 of New Paris, Ohio died Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at The Brethren’s Retirement Community under the care of Everheart Hospice in Greenville, Ohio. Born on August 15, 1942, in Wayne County Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Paul W. & Omah I. (Paulin) Smith. Paulette was a 1960 […] — (Posted November 16, 2023)
Marla J. Johnson Marla J. Johnson, 76, of New Castle passed away on the afternoon of Tuesday, November 16, 2023. A celebration of life will be held at 4:00 pm, Sunday, November 26, 2023 at Sproles Family Funeral Home. Friends may gather from 2 – 4 pm prior to the service. You may send the family a personal […] — (Posted November 16, 2023)
Patricia “Patty” Lynn McClain RICHMOND, Ind. – Patricia “Patty” Lynn McClain, age 71, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at home surrounded by family. Born April 10, 1952, in Richmond, Indiana, to Edwin Charles and Ada Pauline Coffey, Patty was a life-long resident of this area. She was a secretary at Reid Health, and a member of […] — (Posted November 16, 2023)
Glenn Allan Gray Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted November 16, 2023)
Frankie “Colene” Marcum Frankie Colene  (Burchett) Marcum age 80, of Spiceland, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 11, 1943, in Albany, Kentucky to the late Johnny & Elizabeth (Dicken) Burchette. Visitation for Colene will be Monday November 20, 2023, at Rose City Funeral Home, 2011 Broad […] — (Posted November 15, 2023)
Andrew Lynn Benz Andrew Lynn Benz, 76, of Connersville passed away November 14, 2023 at Reid Richmond. One of five children of Frank and Rose Marie Underwood Benz, Andrew was born in Batesville on June 17, 1947 and graduated from Batesville High School with the class of 1965. He graduated from Ball State University with a master’s degree […] — (Posted November 15, 2023)
Randyll A. “Randy” Kern Randyll A. “Randy” Kern, 73, of New Castle, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born April 4, 1950 in New Castle, a son of the late Lloyd Randyll and Hyacinth (Cain) Kern. Randy co-owned and operated Wooten Roofing for many years, and also worked at Grede Foundry in […] — (Posted November 15, 2023)
Harry L. “Hank” Jeans      Harry L. “Hank” Jeans, 93, formerly of Fountain City, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville.    He was born in New Paris, Ohio on July 5, 1930 to Floyd Ellsworth & Irene Aldean Wehrley Jeanes, both of whom preceded him in death. Mr. Jeans was a 1948 graduate of […] — (Posted November 15, 2023)
Emma Osmun Emma Mae Luna Osmun, age 79, formerly of New Castle passed away Sunday November 12, 2023, in Clermont, Florida. She was born January 1, 1944, to the late Carl Tom Willoughby & Gladys (Lawson) Willougghby. Emma loved her family and having them close to her was something she valued. She was a caregiver and took […] — (Posted November 15, 2023)
Martin Beaty Martin Beaty, 62, passed away on November 9th, 2023, at Reid Health. Martin was born to Dale and Nyla Beaty in Winchester, IN on October View full obituary — (Posted November 15, 2023)
Michael D Creager Michael “Mike” D Creager, age 45, passed away the morning of November 11, 2023, in Richmond, IN. Born on October 13, 1978 in Hamilton, OH, View full obituary — (Posted November 15, 2023)
Becky Ann Roettger Becky Ann Roettger (Barker), born November 4, 1982, passed away peacefully at her home on her 41st birthday, November 4, 2023, in Plant City, Florida, after a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. What a birthday gift—to enter her final home and meet Jesus face-to-face! She was born at Tampa General Hospital and was the youngest […] — (Posted November 14, 2023)
Dianna Lynn Williams Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted November 14, 2023)
Mavis Mundell RICHMOND, Ind. – Mavis Mundell, age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, died November 13, 2023, at Ambassador Health Care. Born October 24, 1928, in South End on Sea, England, to Thomas Stephen Stanley and Lily Irene Jones, Mavis was a long-time resident of this area. She was a stay-at-home Mom. Mavis was from a family of […] — (Posted November 14, 2023)
Cristobal Colon Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted November 14, 2023)
David Allen Boram David Boram, 76, of New Castle passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023, at his home in New Castle. He was born on March 27, 1947, in New Castle to the late Robert and Esther (Swartz) Boram. A Veteran of the United States Army, David served his country during the Vietnam Era. David graduated from Cadiz […] — (Posted November 13, 2023)
Jean Baldwin      Jean Baldwin, 93, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday evening, November 12 at Rosebud Village.    Jean was born on April 9, 1930, in Ashtabula, Ohio, the daughter of Joseph L., Sr. & Lillian J. Aho Liget, both of whom preceded her in death.    Jean was a retired clerical worker, having worked […] — (Posted November 13, 2023)
Michael Durham Howard Michael “Mike” Durham passed away at Reid Healthcare in Richmond on Friday November 10, 2023 at the age of 65. Mike is the son View full obituary — (Posted November 13, 2023)
JoEllen Conyers-Howell JoEllen Conyers-Howell of Richmond, Indiana passed away on Wednesday November 8, 2023 surrounded by her daughters, Dorey Snyder and Julie Murray-Hoskins; grandchildren DevanLee Hoskins-Risch, Jessy Drew Hoskins, and Jordyn Hoskins. Jo’s seven great grandchildren also surrounded her bedside; Brennlee Risch, Hudsyn Burgdoerfer, Haisley Hall, Maxley Risch, Landyn Risch, Aliza Risch, and Lanya Risch. Jo was […] — (Posted November 13, 2023)
Joyce Ann Garrison Joyce Ann Garrison, age 84, of New Paris, Ohio, went to be home with the Lord on Sunday, November 12, 2023.  Born on January 13, 1939 in Van Buren Township, Darke County, Ohio, daughter of the late Marion & Glendora (Mergler) Fourman.   Joyce had worked at Belden in Richmond, Indiana for many years in […] — (Posted November 13, 2023)
Cinda Sue Ellison Glunt RICHMOND, Ind. – Cinda Sue (Ellison) Glunt, age 65, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on November 10, 2023, in Richmond. Cinda was born on March 8, 1958, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Herman and Shirley (Murr) Ellison. She was a 1976 graduate of National Trail high School. Cinda married the late David Glunt on […] — (Posted November 13, 2023)
Edward Mullins Edward Mullins, 81, of Richmond, IN passed into Jesus’ arms surrounded by his family on Saturday, November 11, after a brave battle with pulmonary fibrosis. View full obituary — (Posted November 13, 2023)
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)