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.
Gale Roy We are currently looking for information regarding Gale Roy and family. If you know anything that could help, please contact the funeral home at 765-983-2040. View full obituary — (Posted September 22, 2023)
Danny Robert Simmons Danny Robert Simmons, 72, of Connersville passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 13, 1951 in Connersville, the son of John and Mildred Dickey Simmons. For many years, he was employed at D&M, the Coughlin Manufacturing and later at Trane Industries of Rushville until his retirement. Danny enjoyed hunting, […] — (Posted September 22, 2023)
Royce King Royce King, 72, of New Castle passed away on Wednesday September 20, 2023, at Stonebrook in New Castle. He was born on October 27, 1950, in Marion, Indiana to the late Kenneth and Doris (Estridge) King. He was a 1969 graduate of Blue River High School. Royce retired from Allegheny in New Castle with over […] — (Posted September 21, 2023)
John E. Stanley , Ind. – John E. Stanley, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at Reid Health. Born March 13, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, to Roger and Janet Stinson Stanley, John was a long-time resident of this area. He was a 1959 graduate of Richmond High School and received a bachelor’s degree from […] — (Posted September 21, 2023)
Marcella Lynn Green Davis Stikeleather Marcella Lynn Green Davis Stikeleather 95 of Richmond passed away September 20, 2023, at Reid Health after a short illness. She was born July 10, View full obituary — (Posted September 21, 2023)
Avah E. Norman Avah E. Norman, 13, of Fredericksburg, VA. passed away on September 16, 2023. View full obituary — (Posted September 21, 2023)
Grover David Sparks Grover David Sparks age 71 of Richmond died unexpectedly Tuesday September 19, 2023. at McCullough-Hyde Hospital in Oxford, Ohio. He was born June 24, 1952 View full obituary — (Posted September 21, 2023)
Mary Elizabeth Parker Mary Elizabeth Parker 86 of Richmond passed away September 19, 2023 at Friends Fellowship Community. She was born October 2, 1936 in Richmond to William View full obituary — (Posted September 21, 2023)
Vernon Lee “Bus” Booth Ind. – Vernon Lee “Bus” Booth, age 88, of Centerville, Indiana, died Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at home. Born October 13, 1934, in Union County, Indiana, to Lawrence and Jenny Beck Booth, Vernon was a life-long resident of this area. He graduated from Alquina High School in 1952 and retired from Dana Corp. after 38 […] — (Posted September 20, 2023)
Paul Sharp      Paul D. Sharp, 67, of Williamsburg, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, at Hospice of Dayton following a brief illness.    He was born in Winchester, Indiana on August 3, 1956, to Donald L. & Maxine Byrd Sharp, both of whom preceded him in death.    Paul formerly worked at Greens Fork Alignment before […] — (Posted September 20, 2023)
Roger D Boling Roger Dale “Pepaw” Boling passed peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones on September 18th, 2023. Roger was the 7th son of the late Lona and Clara (Taylor) Boling, born on June 5th, 1947, in New Castle Indiana. He graduated from Walter P. Chrysler High School in New Castle, Indiana and Immediately enlisted in […] — (Posted September 20, 2023)
Tracy A. O’Hara Tracy A. O’Hara age 57 of Eaton, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at Kettering Health in Eaton. Tracy was born on December 15, 1965, in Titusville, Fl. He was the son of the late Jack & Patsy (McCord) O’Hara. Tracy had been employed at Neaton Auto Products for over 11 years.   […] — (Posted September 20, 2023)
Kamron Andrew Adam Lacy Kamron Andrew Adam Lacy, 17, of Muncie passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023. He was born on August 25, 2006 to Philip and April (Garcia) Lacy. Kamron was currently a 9th grade student at Cowan High School. He was employed at the Muncie Drag Strip. Kamron attended faith life church. He loved fishing, hiking, […] — (Posted September 20, 2023)
Marnita Irene Spencer Marnita Irene (Robinson) Spencer, age 61, of New Paris, Ohio died on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana.  Born on September 12, 1962 in Greenville, Ohio, daughter of the late Robert Edward “Bob” & Sharon Kay (Mullins) Robinson.   Marnita loved to spend time with her family, especially spending time with […] — (Posted September 20, 2023)
Gail Denise Steele Gail Denise Steele 58, went home to be with the Lord Monday, September 18, 2023 at Community North Hospital, Indianapolis. She was born May 12, 1965 in Connersville the daughter of Ralph and Marcia Kay Pruet McFarland and was a 1983 graduate of Connersville High School. She enjoyed her 22 years working at the local […] — (Posted September 20, 2023)
Gregory Allen Smith Gregory Allen Smith, 54 of Connersville passed away unexpectedly Saturday evening September 16, 2023 in Connersville. The only child of James L. Smith and Sandra L. Roberts (Sheldon), Greg was born April 6, 1969 in Connersville and was a 1987 graduate of Connersville High School. Greg proudly served his country, by enlisting with the U.S […] — (Posted September 19, 2023)
Peggy Ann Lane Peggy Ann Lane, 82, of Knightstown, passed away Monday, September 18, 2023 at Hancock Regional Hospital. She was born April 27, 1941 in Russell County, KY, a daughter of the late Rufus and Sissy (Stevens) Miller. Peggy worked at International Furniture in Rushville for many years, working in the sewing department. She enjoyed sewing and […] — (Posted September 19, 2023)
BillyJace Wilkinson BillyJace Allen Wilkinson, age 15, of New Castle, lost his courageous battle with cancer Monday, September 18, 2023, at Riley Childrens Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born January 29, 2008, in New Castle, Indiana to Jason Wilkinson & Kelli (Slavey) Weaver. BillyJace was a fighter and showed that over the last 14 months. He was […] — (Posted September 19, 2023)
Jerry M. Isaacs HOMOSASSA, FL. – Jerry M. Isaacs, of Homosassa, Florida, passed away Sept. 12, 2023, after a brief illness. He was 74 years old. Born in Hamilton, Ohio, Jerry spent his youth in Richmond, IN, and graduated from Centerville (Indiana) High School in 1968. After six years of service in the United States Air Force during […] — (Posted September 19, 2023)
Jennifer Lynn Sizemore Jennifer Lynn Laws Sizemore was born on December 27, 1973, in Connersville, Indiana to Wilma Jean Fox and the late Phillip Laws. She went to View full obituary — (Posted September 19, 2023)
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)