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.
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)
Frank Rastbichler, Jr. Frank Rastbichler, Jr., age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, March 6, 2025, at his home. He was born November 11, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, View full obituary — (Posted March 10, 2025)
Virginia Belle Smith Virginia “Jenny” Belle (Young) Smith, 82, of New Castle went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 9, 2025. She was born July 20, 1942 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Donald E. Young and Eula F. (Watson) Thomas. Lovingly known as “Sister Jenny” or “Grandma Jenny” by her friends, family and […] — (Posted March 10, 2025)
Thomas E. “Tombo” Rhoades Thomas E. “Tombo” Rhoades Jr, age 70, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at the Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH. He was born on August 18, 1954 in Richmond, IN to the late Thomas E. Sr and Delores Rhoades. Tombo loved his 1970 Monte Carlo that he restored and […] — (Posted March 10, 2025)
Marilyn Harrison Marilyn L. Harrison-Karas, 92 of Richmond passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025. She was born on May 13, 1932 and was the daughter of View full obituary — (Posted March 10, 2025)
Ellen Josephine Metzger METZGER – Ellen Josephine (Barnhart), was born on August 5, 1947, in Greenville, Ohio, to Roy and Ola (Brubaker) Barnhart. In the fall of 1951 she moved to Cedar Creek, Kansas with her family. On December 24, 1967, she committed her life to the Lord and was baptized by Clyde Hirt, becoming a member of […] — (Posted March 10, 2025)
Travis Lee Niehoff Travis Lee Niehoff, 36, of College Corner, Ohio, passed away Friday evening, March 7, 2025, at McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Ohio. The son of Calvin and Carolyn Angel Niehoff, Travis was born April 12, 1988, in Oxford, Ohio, and graduated from Union County High School in Liberty, Indiana, with the class of 2006. In […] — (Posted March 10, 2025)
Harold Edward Ross Harold Edward Ross, 84, of Connersville, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Majestic Care of Connersville. A son of Earl Brittan and Leana May Fox Ross, Harold was born November 30, 1940, in Fayette County. On November 1, 2005, Harold married the former Lena Irene Hurd in Jellico, Tennessee. Mrs. Ross passed away on […] — (Posted March 10, 2025)
Margaret Ruth Retter Margaret Ruth Retter, age 103, of Hagerstown, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025. She was born June 20, 1921, in Burkes Garden, Virginia, to Clarence and Emma (Hanshew) Bane. She was a member of the former Economy Friends Meeting church and the Delta Theta Tau sorority. Margaret Ruth was preceded in death by […] — (Posted March 9, 2025)
Paula Moistner GREENFIELD- Paula Moistner, 65, of Greenfield, left this Earth to be with the Lord on March 7th, 2025. She was born on August 24th, 1959 in New Castle, Indiana to Paul and Norma (Longnecker) Moistner.  She was raised in the Western Wayne community and graduated from Lincoln High School.  Paula was a loving sister, mother, […] — (Posted March 8, 2025)
Quinn “Zack” Zachary Stubborn, selfless, fun loving, jokester are just some of the words that begin to describe Quinn “Zack” Zachary. Zack passed away Friday, March 7, 2025 at his residence at the age of 69. He was born on November 1, 1955 in Muncie to the late Quinton and Carrie (Jolley) Zachary. Zack was a 1975 graduate […] — (Posted March 8, 2025)
Jimmy L. Combs CENTERVILLE, IN– Jimmy L. Combs, age 92, of Centerville, Indiana, died Friday, March 7, 2025, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born March 13, 1932, in Milton, Indiana, to James K. and Ruth Mae Coomes Combs, Jimmy lived in this community his whole life. He was a graduate of Hagerstown High School and […] — (Posted March 8, 2025)
Richard Pflum Richard Lee Pflum, 90, of rural Fayette County, passed away Thursday morning, March 6, 2025 at Carolton Manor in Connersville. The second oldest of eleven children of Paul A. and Anna McQuinley Pflum, Richard was born in Brownsville on April 3, 1934 and moved to the Alquina area around 1939. Richard graduated from Alquina High […] — (Posted March 8, 2025)
Norman Regan Kramer Norman Regan Kramer, a beloved husband, father, grandfather died Sunday, March 2, 2025, in Zephyrhills, Florida at the age of 75. Born on December 11, 1949 in Richmond, Indiana, he was the son of the late Lloyd G. and Odessa H. (Holtzclaw) Kramer and grew up in Eaton, Ohio, Preble County. Following his graduation from […] — (Posted March 7, 2025)
Jerry J. Lee Jerry J. Lee, 84 of Eaton, Ohio and formerly of New Paris, Ohio died Friday, March 7, 2025, at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, Ohio. Jerry was born on October 21, 1940, in Richmond, Indiana, son of the late Joseph Ervin and Alice Lorene (Juday) Lee. He was a 1958 graduate of Jefferson High School, […] — (Posted March 7, 2025)
Matt Meadows James Matthew (Matt) Meadows passed away unexpectedly at his home Wednesday morning, March 5, 2025. Matt was a very special human being, unlike any other. Born at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie on January 4, 1982, Matt lived his life alongside of his mother, Sue and step-father, Bob, at their home in Modoc. He graduated […] — (Posted March 7, 2025)
Rebecca June Bartlemay Rebecca June Bartlemay Rebecca June Bartlemay, 35, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025 following a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was surrounded by loved ones in her final moments. Born February 8, 1990 in Richmond, Ind., Rebecca was known for her kindness, intelligence, and unwavering love for friends and family. She graduated from Purdue University in […] — (Posted March 7, 2025)
Rosetta Melton Rosetta Melton of Connersville passed away on Thursday March 6, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond at the age of 80. She was born in View full obituary — (Posted March 7, 2025)
Jerry M. Pence Jerry M. Pence, 82, of New Castle passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born July 17, 1942 in New Castle to the late George M. and Marguerite (Retz) Pence. Jerry retired from Chrysler Corp. in 1999 after 33 years of service. A member of the UAW, Jerry […] — (Posted March 7, 2025)
Pamella Pyle SPICELAND – Pamella Gay Pyle, 74, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loved ones, on Wednesday evening, March 5, 2025. Pam was born in New Castle, Indiana, on April 26, 1950. She was raised in the Lewisville community and graduated from Lewisville High School with the Class of 1968. On […] — (Posted March 7, 2025)
Julie May Ramey Patterson Julie May Ramey Patterson passed away on March 4th, 2025. She was born November 15th, 1947, in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of Harold and Letha View full obituary — (Posted March 7, 2025)
Todd Kevin Klotz Todd Kevin Klotz, 64, of New Castle departed this Earth on March 4th surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness. He was born on February 15th, 1961 to Ned Sr. and Betty (Gibson) Klotz. He was a 1979 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School where he met the love of his life, […] — (Posted March 6, 2025)