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.
Earl Deane Evans Earl Deane Evans, 76, of Glenwood passed away Sunday evening September 17, 2023 at The Willows, Greensburg. One of six children of Arthur and Jessie Gabbard Evans, Deane was born in Batesville on December 17, 1946 and graduated from Harrisburg High School with the class of 1967. Deane served his country in the United States […] — (Posted September 19, 2023)
Hazel Marie Fortner Hazel Marie Fortner, 78, of Richmond, IN, passed on Sunday, September 17, 2023. She was born on November 16, 1944, in Richmond, IN and was a daughter of the late Claude and Pearl Lewis. She retired from Frontier as a dispatcher. She loved reading, volunteering, helping others and enjoyed spending time with her family. She […] — (Posted September 18, 2023)
Dr. Marcus “Marc” Nugen Allhands Dr. Marcus “Marc” Nugen Allhands, 73, passed away to be with his Lord and Savior in Heaven on Sunday, September 17, 2023. Marcus was born on October 2, 1949 to Keith Nugen Allhands and Betty Lou (Alexander) Allhands in New Castle, Indiana. Marcus married his high school sweetheart, Pamela Ann (Howe) Allhands on January 24, […] — (Posted September 18, 2023)
Deborah R. Westover Ind. – Deborah R. Westover, age 73, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, September 18, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. Born June 11, 1950, in Connersville, Indiana, to George “Dago” Irrgang Jr. and Mary Avanell Lykins Irrgang, Debbie was a life-long resident of Fayette and Wayne County. She was a graduate of Connersville High […] — (Posted September 18, 2023)
Nancy Jane Garrett Kellam Nancy Jane Garrett Kellam passed peacefully surrounded by her family on September 17, 2023 after an extended illness. Nancy was born on September 23, 1942, in Sulphur Springs, Indiana. She was the only daughter among five children born to her parents, P.B. “Doc” and Bula Mae Garrett. On December 23, 1966, she married the love […] — (Posted September 18, 2023)
Bradley W. “Brad” Cummins Bradley W. “Brad” Cummins, age 37, of Eaton, Ohio, died in an ATV accident in Lake Lakengren on Sunday, September 17, 2023.  Born on November 13, 1985 in Richmond, Indiana.   Brad loved hunting, fishing, and spending time with his kids and family.  Brad was also an avid Ohio State Football Fan.  He was a […] — (Posted September 18, 2023)
Regina Ann Harms RICHMOND, Ind. – Regina Ann Harms, age 49, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away at home on September 17, 2023. She was born on March 23, 1974, and was the daughter of Larry & Virginia Pruitt, and Jim & Donna York. She married Delbert W. Harms III on May 8, 1993. Regina graduated from Champaign Central […] — (Posted September 18, 2023)
Stella Louise Craig Stella Louise Craig, 75, of New Castle, passed away on September 16, 2023. She was born on August 5, 1948, in Kentucky to the late Lewis E. Wiley and Mary E. Wiley. Stella worked for many years at the state hospital and retired from the Indiana Department of Revenue. Stella is survived by her children: […] — (Posted September 18, 2023)
Robert Paul Antic Robert Paul Antic, 93, formerly of New Castle passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at Community Hospital North. He was born on June 14, 1930 in New Castle to the late George and Anna Katherine (Sirosky) Antic, Sr. Robert served his country during the Korean War in the United States Army. A Sargent, he […] — (Posted September 18, 2023)
Connie Young Connie Young, 72 of New Castle passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday September 16, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation for Connie will be Wednesday September 20, 2023 from 4:00 ~ 6:00 pm at Rose City Funeral Home, 2011 Broad St in New Castle. A funeral service will be held immediately following […] — (Posted September 16, 2023)
Gerald Neuman Indianapolis- Gerald “Gary” Loman Neuman, 74, passed away Thursday morning, September 14, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare- Brookview Care Center, in Indianapolis. Gerald was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 6, 1949, he was raised in the Cambridge City and Connersville communities and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1968.  Gerald was inducted […] — (Posted September 16, 2023)
Donna S. Wheeler Donna S. Wheeler, age 80 of New Paris, Ohio died Thursday September 14, 2023, at Reid Hospital. She was born in Williamstown, KY on August 26, 1943, to Noble and Mary Breeden. Donna enjoyed playing bingo, poker and going bowling. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Jack Wheeler; sons Mike and Greg Stevens; […] — (Posted September 16, 2023)
Carleen Coddington Carleen Coddington 82 of Richmond died September 13, 2023 at the Brickyard Health Center. She was born August 27, 1941 in Richmond to Carl and View full obituary — (Posted September 15, 2023)
Patricia Ann Helms RICHMOND, Ind. – Patricia Ann Helms, age 69, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, September 15, 2023, at Franciscan Health Indianapolis. Born July 20, 1954, in Richmond, Indiana, to William Walter Hagy, Jr. and Phyllis Jean Fleenor Hagy, Patricia was a life-long resident of this area. She was a graduate of Richmond High School. Patricia enjoyed […] — (Posted September 15, 2023)
Gerald Wesley Krueger Gerald W. “Jerry” Krueger, 92, of Connersville, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday evening, September 13, 2023 at Caroleton Manor. The son of Elmer H. and Eloise Horn Krueger, Jerry was born in Evansville, Indiana on August 12, 1931 and attended Robert A. Waller High School in Chicago, Illinois. Jerry […] — (Posted September 15, 2023)
Michael Steven Dillow Sr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Michael Steven Dillow Sr., age 71, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at home. Born June 21, 1952, in Carbondale, Illinois, to David Warren and Ethel Mary Dodds Dillow, Michael lived in Richmond for the last 25 years. He worked in quality control for Milestone and Valley Asphalt. Michael enjoyed […] — (Posted September 15, 2023)
Richard L. “Dick” Swim Richard L. “Dick” Swim, 87, a lifelong resident of New Castle passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. He was born on November 17, 1935 in New Castle a son of the late James Albert and Esta Mae (Brayton) Swim. Dick was a 1954 graduate of New Castle High […] — (Posted September 14, 2023)
Carl Bill Wilson Carl (Bill) Wilson, 89 of Connersville passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023 while surrounded by his family. He was born on January 14, 1934 View full obituary — (Posted September 14, 2023)
Lora Lynn Sawyers Lora Lynn Sawyers, age 56, of Tyner, Kentucky, passed away at UK Healthcare in Lexington, Kentucky on Monday, September 11, 2023.  Born on April 3, 1967 in Richmond, Indiana, daughter of the late Cecil & Lucille (Reed) Wilkinson.   Lora was a loving caretaker who was always thinking of others and especially loved to spend […] — (Posted September 14, 2023)
Heather Marie Edmondson Heather M. Edmondson, age 36, of Anderson and formerly of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023. She was born March 15, 1987, in New Castle, Indiana to the Stanley Edmondson Sr. and the late Cindy Edmondson. Heather was a 2005 graduate of New Castle High School. Heather loved life and lived it to […] — (Posted September 14, 2023)
Harold Petitt RICHMOND, Ind. – Another soldier made it home and heaven is rejoicing because Harold Petitt, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born October 11, 1932, in Salt Lick, Kentucky, to Mitchell and Nellie Purvis Petitt, Harold was a life-long resident of this area. He was a […] — (Posted September 13, 2023)
Imogene (Loveless) Carpenter Imogene (Loveless) Carpenter, age 87, formerly of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Compassus Hospice in Indianapolis. She was born November 15, 1935, in Henry County, Indiana to the late Willie & Bonnie (Leigh) Loveless. Imogene married the love of her life Robert Edward Carpenter in November of 1955 and enjoyed several […] — (Posted September 13, 2023)
Harold D. Benedict Harold D. Benedict, 91, died at his home in Titusville, Florida on Sept 6, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 5, 1931, in Junction City, Kentucky to the late John and Hilda Benedict. He graduated from Mooreland High School and joined the Marines where he was a Golden Glove Boxer. He […] — (Posted September 13, 2023)
Bonnie Jordan Funeral Notice for Bonnie, her full obituary will be posted here on Thursday, September 14, 2023   Bonnie Jordan, 81, of Cambridge City, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Heritage House in Connersville, Indiana.  She was born on July 19, 1942 in Rushville, Indiana to Rodger and Anna (Grist) Lamb. Friends may call […] — (Posted September 13, 2023)
Matthew Brichford Matthew Brichford, age 67, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the Brichford… — (Posted September 12, 2023)
Jack Martin Sr. Jack Martin Sr. (74) passed away peacefully on September 10,2023, at Reid Health surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born on June 16,1949 in View full obituary — (Posted September 12, 2023)
Ernest “Ernie” Fitzwater RICHMOND -Ind. – Ernest “Ernie” Fitzwater, age 71, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, September 9, 2023. Ernie was born in New Castle, Indiana to Richard and Phyllis Potter Fitzwater. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1970 and worked at several places, including Wayne Works and Silgan factory, before retirement. Ernie enjoyed eating at Red […] — (Posted September 12, 2023)
Todd B. Poynter Todd B. Poynter, 66, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at his home. He was born on December 24, 1956 in New Castle to the late Lester C. and Mary Jo (Stephendale) Poynter. Todd attended New Castle Chrysler High School and worked for the Indiana State Highway and Henry County Conservation Department. […] — (Posted September 11, 2023)
Mary Lines At the phenomenal age of 105, Mary G. Lines, of New Castle, Indiana, went to be with the Lord and reunite with loved ones who preceded her. Left to cherish her memory are: her grandson, Jay Lines; granddaughters, Ronda (Richard) Hogland, and Renee Hinton; great grandchildren Monique, Christine, Dana, and Jody; and numerous great-great grandchildren; […] — (Posted September 11, 2023)
Roland J. Bishop Roland J. Bishop 92 of Richmond passed away September 10, 2023, at Reid Health. He was born August 11, 1931, in Richmond, and lived here View full obituary — (Posted September 11, 2023)