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.
Ronald L. “Ron” Delk Ronald L. “Ron” Delk, age 78 of New Paris, Ohio died Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Maple Gardens in Eaton, Ohio. Born on October 31, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana, he was the son of the late George W. & Phyllis I. (Knox) Delk and stepfather: Herbert Turner. Ron was a 1964 Tri-Village graduate, U.S. Army […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Max York Max York, age 78 of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at his residence. Born on February 3, 1947 in Evansville, Indiana, he was the son of the late Glenward McGinty “Max” and Ada Willetta “Billie” (Harpe) York. Max retired after 30 years from the Hamilton Public School System. He was an Eagle […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Dean S. Bunce Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death (Isaiah 57:2) Dean Bunce, 96, went to his eternal home on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Arbor Trace Senior Living Center, Richmond. He was born in Bippus, Indiana, to J.W. and Della Bunce, on December 31, 1928. Dean was a […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Edith Goodpasture Edith Goodpasture 74 of Richmond passed away at Reid Health on February 26, 2025. She was born March 8, 1950, in Dayton to Chester Adams View full obituary — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Nancy Mae Ratliff Kunkel Nancy Mae Ratliff Kunkel, 88, of Connersville went home to be with her Jesus, who she loved, on February 24, 2025. One of eight children, Nancy was born in Hazard, Kentucky on October 5, 1936, to William and Susan Ratliff. Nancy married Herbert John Kunkel on April 30, 1955, when they both worked at Sperry […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Sherry Ann Budd In loving memory of Sherry Ann Budd (Wade). Our beloved Sherry has started her journey with our Lord on February 24th, 2025. She is reunited View full obituary — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Marvin Elmer Atkinson Marvin Elmer Atkinson, Jr., 76, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He was born March 22, 1948 in Monticello, KY to the late Elmer and Opal (Lee) Atkinson. Marvin loved working on cars and would do automotive work for so many people. He especially loved going to car shows, his old […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Roy Allen Spencer Roy Allen Spencer, age 78, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Maple Gardens Nursing and Rehab Center in Eaton. He was born November 28, 1946 in Eaton, OH to the late Sheridan and Sinda (Fields) Spencer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Alvin […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Janice Kay Darnell Janice Kay (Doss) Darnell, 80, of New Castle and formerly of Muncie passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. She was born June 19, 1944 in Muncie to the late Fred C. Doss and Betty (Withers) Kiphart. Janice was a graduate of Muncie Central High School then went on to earn […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Melvin Oren Basey Melvin O. Basey ,88 ½, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He was born July 16, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Floyd and Helen Basey.  Melvin retired from Brooks Foods after 29 years of service. He was an avid Cushman Scooter Collector and went to their shows yearly. […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Stomin’ Norman Suggs Norman Ray “Stormin’ Norman” Suggs, 71, of Glenwood, passed away Tuesday afternoon, February 25, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond. One of two children of Georgene Jean Campbell Paddock, Norman was born in Connersville on August 26, 1953. In 1973, Norman joined the United States Navy, serving his country during the Vietnam era. Norman was […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Stella Louise Brown Stella Louise Brown, 77, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. She was born September 8, 1947 in Albany, Kentucky to the late Johnny and Elizabeth (Dicken) Burchett.  She loved playing softball, fishing, flowers, gardening, shopping, going to the casino and being outdoors. Her pride and joy were her children and grandchildren. She […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Josie E. Wright Josie Elizabeth Hall Wright, and her wealth of home remedies, childrearing tips, cooking recipes, and old timey sayings, left from her home for Heaven on Monday, February 24, 2025. She was born in 1928 in her beloved Richmond, KY. Her husband Carl, parents, eight sisters, two brothers and a granddaughter preceded her in death. Josie […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Michael Albert Tressler Michael Albert Tressler, 89, of Connersville, passed away peacefully Monday, February 24, 2025, at Reid Health of Richmond. He had been a resident of Heritage House in Connersville for four years. A life-long resident of Connersville, Mike was born January 14, 1936, one of four children of William and Roberta Dobbins Tressler. He was a […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Cedric “Ivy” Luis Wolter Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Jerry Flowers   NEW LISBON/MILTON-  Jerry Lee Flowers, 67,  formerly of New Lisbon, passed away Thursday evening February 20, 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.  A son of the late John Henry and Mary Jane (Phillips) Flowers, Jerry was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 24, 1957.  He was raised in the New Lisbon […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Herbert Abrams RICHMOND, IN– Herbert Abrams, age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare, Centerville, Indiana. Born January 20, 1930, in Jackson County, Kentucky, Herb has lived in this community since 1947. He worked as a machine operator for Wayne Works for 18 years. Herb also worked as a metal finisher at […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Billy Jack Braughton Billy Jack Braughton, age 45, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday February 25, 2025 at Reid Health. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on April 13, 1979 to James Melvin Braughton Sr. and Linda Lucille (Morrison) Braughton. Billy graduated from Hagerstown High School, worked as a self-employed handyman and enjoyed fishing and being outdoors. He had […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Jessica Louise Bailey Jessica Louise Bailey, age 36, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was born October 26, 1988 in Richmond, IN to Joe and Frances Straszheim. Jessica attended Eaton High School and Centerville High School in Indiana; was an avid softball player; enjoyed bowling; and most of all being with her children […] — (Posted February 25, 2025)
Ann Louise Beard Ann Louise (Siegmann) Beard, 81, died Saturday, February 22, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She had recently relocated to the area to be near family after living in New Castle, Indiana for the majority of her life.   Ann was born August 22, 1941 in Ashland, Ohio to Leslie and Francis (Shiffler) Siegmann. The family […] — (Posted February 25, 2025)
Eleanor Oberle Eleanor Oberle, age 88, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, February 23, 2025, at home. Born October 16, 1936, in Richmond, Indiana, to Russell and Bernice VanEtten McManus, Eleanor lived in this community all of her life. She was a 1954 graduate of Richmond High School. Eleanor received her nursing degree from Good Samaritan School of […] — (Posted February 25, 2025)
Ronald Lee Boomershine Ronald Lee Boomershine 80 of Richmond died Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the Springs of Richmond. He was born February 16, 1945, in Richmond to View full obituary — (Posted February 25, 2025)
Jeffrey Lee Norman Jeffrey Lee Norman, age 60, passed away at his residence on February 14, 2025. He was born December 11, 1964, the son of Harry Oliver View full obituary — (Posted February 25, 2025)
John Francis McGuire John Francis McGuire, 77. of New Castle passed away Monday, February 24, 2024 at the Brickyard Golden Rule in Richmond, Indiana. He was born June 14, 1947 to the late Willard and Martha (Utt) McGuire in New Castle. John was a 1965 graduate of Spiceland High School. He then attended Friends University in Wichita, Kansas […] — (Posted February 25, 2025)
Jimmie Donald Madden Jimmie “Donnie” “Doc” Madden, 86, finished his Earthly journey on Thursday, February 20, 2025, with his loving family gathered at his bedside. From the beginning of his battle until the very end, Jimmie was given the absolute best, most loving care by his girls and family. He fought the fight and has won the race, […] — (Posted February 25, 2025)
Phyllis Garry Phyllis I. Garry Phyllis I. (Bertram) Garry passed peacefully on February 11, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. Born December 28, 1944, raised in Hagerstown, Indiana (the seventh of 10 children, last the triplets!), graduated high school in 1962, and earned a degree from Springfield Business College (Springfield, Ohio), where she wed Brian Garry on May 28, 1966. Following the […] — (Posted February 25, 2025)
Ernest S. Adams Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted February 25, 2025)
Michael “Mike” Jones   Michael "Mike" Jones, a devoted father, grandfather, and hardworking man, passed away peacefully on Sunday February 23, 2025 at the age of 74. Mike was born January 18, 1951 in New Castle, IN the son of the late Willard Jones and Wilma (Fannin) Laird. Mike dedicated many years of his life to Warner Gear, […] — (Posted February 24, 2025)
Judith K. Brown RICHMOND, IN– Judith K. Brown, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born May 28, 1940, in Wheatland, Indiana, to Vance and Alma I. Williams Whalen, Judith has lived in this community since 1973. She received her Bachelor of Science degree at Vincennes University. Judith worked as an […] — (Posted February 24, 2025)
Alice Joyce Thornburg RICHMOND, IN– Joyce Thornburg, age 93, of Richmond, Indiana, died peacefully at home on Sunday, February 23, 2025. Joyce was born November 10, 1931, in Randolph County, Indiana, to Glen and Grace Marie Engle Adamson. As a young teenager, she helped work on the family farm when her brothers were called to serve during World […] — (Posted February 24, 2025)