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.
Rebecca Sue Sparks Rebecca Sue Sparks went to her eternal home with the Lord on Tuesday March 11th. Becky was born to Bob and Virginia Lakamp on October 28th, 1949 in Richmond, Indiana. Although she loved to travel, she called Richmond her home her whole life. Becky had a rewarding career as a Registered Nurse at Reid Hospital […] — (Posted March 13, 2025)
Jewell Pope Ada Jewell Pope, 79, went home to our heavenly Father on Tuesday March 11, 2025, peacefully, at her home. Jewell was born February 19, 1946 in Kingston TN to Fred and Lillie Mae (Brewster) Pope. She graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1964. Jewell’s love and faith for the Lord was something to be admired. […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Susie Young Susie Young, 51, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away early on the morning of Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born on March 13, 1973, in Robbins, Tennessee, the daughter of Claude Latham and the late Loretta Jane (Beaty) Wilson. Susie […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Joann R. Boerner Joann R. Boerner, age 90, of Eaton, OH, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at her residence with her loving family by her side. She was born April 7, 1934 in Carterville, IL to the late James R. and Josephine I. (Callaway) Hampton. Joann was a 1952 graduate of Eaton High School; was a […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Carolyn Sue Reinhart Carolyn Sue Reinhart, age 89, of Eaton, OH passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at her daughter’s home. She was born August 9, 1935 in Springfield, OH to the late Stanley H. And Evelyn H. (Malahy) Jung. Carolyn was an active member of Visitation Catholic Church in Eaton, where she taught CCD second grade […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Stephen E. Agee Stephen Agee, 55, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Henry County Community Health. Born on February 4, 1970, in New Castle, he was the son of the late James and Roberta (McDaniel) Ferguson. Stephen was a 1987 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and a devoted fan of […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Mary Brier Pending Obituary Friends and family may visit on Thursday, March 27, 2025 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Urban Winkler Liberty Funeral Home, 310 View full obituary — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Marcella Wood Marcella “Marcy” Wood, 86, of New Castle passed away March 11, 2025 at Addison Place. Marcy was born to Harvey and Ethel (Dalton) Smith February 19, 1939. She was one of six children. Marcy retired from Henry County Hospital after 21 years of service. She was married to her best friend, John Wood. They were […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Eugene Rains Eugene “Gene” Rains, 91, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. He was born on May 31, 1933, in Windy, Kentucky, the son of the late Charlie and Clova (Beatty) Rains. Gene was known as a simple family loving and devoted man of faith who read his Bible […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Eugene “Gene” Rains Eugene “Gene” Rains, 91, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. He was born on May 31, 1933, in Windy, Kentucky, the son of the late Charlie and Clova (Beatty) Rains. Gene was known as a simple family loving and devoted man of faith who read his Bible […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Lola Jane Hall RICHMOND, Ind. – Lola Jane Hall, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Rosebud Village. Born December 23, 1942, in New Paris, Ohio, to Charles E. and Bernice Loper Snyder, Jane lived in this area most of her life. She was a graduate of New Paris High School. Jane worked at […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Marshall Hinchman Marshall C. Hinchman, age 70, of Liberty, passed away on March 8, 2025 at Reid Health. Marshall was born on November 17, 1954, in Connersville. View full obituary — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Leonard L. Beard Leonard L. Beard, age 74, of Liberty, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, March 10, 2025. He was born in, Eaton, Ohio, on View full obituary — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Janice Thompson CAMBRIDGE CITY-  Janice D. Thompson, 86, peacefully entered her eternal home surrounded by the love of her family on March 10, 2025. Born in Winchester, IN on July 24, 1938, Janice was the only daughter of Fred Marmon Heaston and Zella Myrtle (Mock) Heaston. Janice was a 1956 graduate of Winchester High School. After graduation […] — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Granville Epperson Granville Epperson passed away at Reid Healthcare on March 10, 2025, in Richmond, IN at the age of 81. He was born in Cannon, Kentucky View full obituary — (Posted March 12, 2025)
Terrie Elaine (Thixton) Bennett Terrie Elaine (Thixton) Bennett, 74, of New Castle, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Henry Community Health. She was born on June 1, 1950, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Durward Everette and Geraline (Wood) Thixton. Terrie was a 1968 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and married the […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
David Allen “Dave” Lenz David Allen “Dave” Lenz, 59, of New Castle, passed away on Sunday afternoon, March 9, 2025, at IU Health University Hospital surrounded by his loved ones. Since 2005, Dave fought a long battle with lung cancer. At the end of February, he was diagnosed with acute leukemia. After the first round of treatment, he not […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Mary Hickman LEWISVILLE- Mary Ann Hickman, 77, passed away Friday afternoon March 7, 2025 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana.  One of six children of the late Elmer and June (Jenkins) Williamson, Mary Ann was born in Richmond, Indiana on January 9, 1948.  She lived most of her life in Lewisville and graduated from Lewisville […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Odean Thurman Odean Thurman, 84, of New Castle went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 10, 2025. He was born April 6, 1940 in Aaron, Kentucky to the late James Thurman and Beulah (Gibson) Cross. Odean graduated from Sulphur Springs High School in 1958 and started working at Borg Warner. He demonstrated a strong work […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Ginger Maddox Ginger Lee Maddox, 71, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Monday afternoon, March 10, 2025, at Reid Health of Richmond. A daughter of Bob and Roxie Huber Clark, Ginger was born July 27, 1953, in Connersville, and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1971. On December 9, 1972, Ginger […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Mae Darlene McKnight Mae Darlene McKnight, age 70, passed away at Reid Health on March 2, 2025. She was born October 12, 1954, the daughter of Clarence and View full obituary — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Anita Louise McIntosh Anita Louise McIntosh, a devoted Christian and beloved member of the Spiceland community, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025 at the age of 75. Anita was born on September 8, 1949 to the late Leslie and Dorothy (Elson) Bowen. Anita’s faith was the cornerstone of her life, and she was an active member of […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
William Ramey William David Ramey, 87, of Liberty, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025. One of six children, William was born on June 20, 1937 in View full obituary — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Debra Christine Willoughby Debra C. Willoughby, 56, of New Castle, passed away March 10, 2025, at her home. She was born August 21, 1968, in New Castle to Jim A. and Emma Jean (Terry) Willoughby. Debra was a huge fan of 80s rock including Def Leopard, KISS, Lynyrd Skynyrd. She was also a fan of Akon’s music. Debra […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Barbara Ann Reed Barbara Ann Reed, 73, of Connersville, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025, at Reid Health of Connersville. A daughter of Truman William and Maragret Elizabeth Sheppard McCaslin, Barbara was born February 2, 1952, in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Barbara was employed as a hotel manager for the Richmond Inn Motel for many years. In her leisure time, […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Beverly Grace Kendall Beverly Grace Kendall, 83, a lifelong resident of New Castle went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. She was born February 9, 1942 in Henry County to the late Alonzo and Ruth (Fadely) Sweigart. A 1960 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School, she retired from […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Larry Gene Knight Larry Gene Knight, age 78, passed away at his residence March 6, 2025. He was born August 5, 1946, to Clarence Earl Knight and Vonda View full obituary — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Mary K. Petry Mary Kathryn (Hunt) Petry, 94, of Lynn, Indiana passed away on February 25, 2025. Kathryn was born on February 12, 1931 in Greensfork Township, located in Randolph County, Indiana. She was the daughter of the late William L. and Olive (Carter) Hunt. After graduating from Spartanburg High School with the Class of 1949, she continued […] — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Delainea Kaye Mullins Delainea Kay Mullins passed away on March 7, 2025. She was born in Richmond on September 28, 1966. She was a 19984 graduate of Richmond View full obituary — (Posted March 11, 2025)
Janet I. Arthur Janet I. Arthur, 90, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Born on February 14, 1935 in New Paris, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Lester and Nellie (Upton) Arnett. Janet was a 1953 graduate of Jefferson Township High School in New Paris and was […] — (Posted March 10, 2025)