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.
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)
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)
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)