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.
Kenneth “Ken” Doolin Arrangements and Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted September 9, 2023)
Doris Addington-Brooks Doris Addington-Brooks, 80, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following a brief illness. Arrangements are pending at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle. A full obituary will be posted soon. — (Posted September 8, 2023)
Loretta M. Olmstead Loretta M. Olmstead, 84, of Warren, Michigan passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023 in New Castle. She was born October 5, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Ivor and Grace (Johns) Robb. Loretta retired from Benton Harbor, Michigan AAA, where she was a branch manager in 2000 after 40 years of service. After retirement, […] — (Posted September 8, 2023)
Katie Jane Templeton-Varvel Katie Jane Templeton-Varvel 34 of Williamsburg died September 5 at her home finding peace after an extended illness. She was born February 6, 1989 in View full obituary — (Posted September 8, 2023)
Betty Wise Betty Eileen (Holland) Wise, a spirited and loving matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2023, at the age of 93. Born in Lynn, Indiana on April 15, 1930, Betty’s life was marked by her dedication to her family and the land she nurtured. Her loyal and unwavering spirit shone brightly through her work on […] — (Posted September 8, 2023)
Travis Eugene Ketring Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted September 8, 2023)
Jill Allen Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted September 8, 2023)
Kenneth “Kenny” Harmon Kenneth “Kenny” Harmon, 80, of New Castle passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at his residence. He was born on October 6, 1942 to the late Omrie and Geraldine Leona (New) Harmon. Kenny had a servant’s heart and served his Country in the United States Army for six years after graduating from New Castle […] — (Posted September 8, 2023)
Alexis Jewel Wintrow Alexis Jewel Wintrow, age 23, passed away Monday, September 4, 2023. She was born March 21, 2000, in Richmond, Indiana at Reid Memorial Hospital to Crystal Bowers and Bill Wintrow. Alexis had a one-of-a-kind spirit and was not afraid to just be herself. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with her friends. Lexi […] — (Posted September 8, 2023)
Charlotte Mary Buchheit Charlotte Mary Buchheit passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023, after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. She was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Frederick Shaker and Rose Anna Allam on December 16, 1940, and was a true Michigander at heart. Charlotte married Charles J. “Chuck” Buchheit in 1963. They shared a deep love that […] — (Posted September 8, 2023)
James “Jim” Marshall James L. “Jim” Marshall, 84, passed away at his home Tuesday evening September 5, 2023. A lifelong Cambridge City resident, Jim was born in Jacksonburg, Indiana, on June 22, 1939.  Following graduation from Lincoln High School in 1958, Jim enlisted in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1961 after being stationed in […] — (Posted September 7, 2023)
Jimmie Don Sams Jimmie Don Sams “Poppy”, 85, of Connersville, passed away peacefully at his home on September 5, 2023 surrounded by family. Poppy was born on November View full obituary — (Posted September 7, 2023)
Kelly Ann Ford Kelly Ann Ford, 59, formerly of Wisconsin passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Millers Merry Manor in Middletown. She was born on September 21, 1963 in Rawlings, Wyoming to Jerry Lester and Patricia Louise (Warburton) Quigley. She graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1988 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in elementary education […] — (Posted September 7, 2023)
Jimmie Don Sams Jimmie Don Sams “Poppy”, 85, of Connersville, passed away peacefully at his home on September 5, 2023 surrounded by family. Poppy was born on November View full obituary — (Posted September 7, 2023)
Dorothy A. Mann Dorothy A. Mann age 83 of Eaton, Ohio and formerly of Texas passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023, in Eaton. Dorothy was born on October 1, 1939, in Shelby County, Texas, the daughter of the late D. F. & Eula (Johnson) Wade. She retired from Emerson Electric in 2000.   Preceded in death by […] — (Posted September 7, 2023)
Cheryl Lynn Michael Cheryl passed September 5, 2023 at the age of 67. She was born on August 9, 1956 in New Castle, Indiana to Pat Richard Michael and Martha Ann Hutson Michael. Cheryl was in the Chrysler High School graduating class of 1974. She then graduated from Ball State University in 1978 with a BA in Business […] — (Posted September 7, 2023)
Robert Warner, Jr. Robert L. (Bobby) Warner, Jr., passed away September 4, 2023 at Ayden Healthcare of Greenville, OH, where he resided for the last 2-3 years. He was born March 17, 1957 in Randolph County, the son of Robert L (Bob) Warner, Sr. and Deanna J. (Ingle) Warner. He was a lifelong resident of Randolph County. Bobby […] — (Posted September 6, 2023)
Douglas Edward Sherrow Douglas Edward Sherrow 59 of Milford passed away on August 31, 2023, at his home. He was born December 23, 1963, in Richmond to Randolph View full obituary — (Posted September 6, 2023)
Margie Ellen Jones Ind. – Margie Ellen Jones, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at Reid Health. Born December 30, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, to Clyde and Julia Shepley O’Conner, Margie was a life-long resident of this area. She was a graduate of Richmond High School and worked at Hoffco Comet for many years. […] — (Posted September 6, 2023)
Charles R. Miller Charles Robert Miller age 91 from Hagerstown passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 5th at Rosebud Village where he had recently resided. Charles, fondly known as Charlie to most was born to Ruth Lilly Miller and D.L. Miller on March 2, 1932 in Union County, Indiana. He was a loving son, brother, cousin, husband, father, grandfather, […] — (Posted September 6, 2023)
David Wittman Paul David Wittman, 72, of Greens Fork, died Friday, August 25, 2023 at Reid Health. He was born in Lafayette on June 7, 1951 to Paul and Patricia (Reynolds) Wittman. He was raised in Wayne County and had resided in New York before coming to Greens Fork about 5 years ago. Survivors include his daughter, […] — (Posted September 6, 2023)
Jerry “Henry” Neal Jerry “Henry” Neal, 78, of Monticello, KY and formerly of New Castle, IN went to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 5 th, 2023 following a brief battle with leukemia. He was born November 17, 1944 to the late Steve and Ethel Neal. After 30 years of service, Henry retired from Chrysler. He was a […] — (Posted September 6, 2023)
David Clements David E. Clements, 86, of Cambridge City, passed away at home on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. He was born on July 7, 1937 in Brooksburg, Indiana to Rev. Halden H. and Evalena (Smith) Clements. David grew up near Bloomington, Indiana and graduated from Smithville High School in 1955, after graduation he went to Indiana University […] — (Posted September 6, 2023)
Ronald Fredrick “Ron” Lightfoot Ronald Fredrick “Ron” Lightfoot, 89, of New Castle passed away Friday, September 1, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 5, 1934 in New Castle to the late Ronald Charles and Thelma Lorene (Ward) Lightfoot. A graduate of New Castle High School, Ron earned his Master’s Degree in […] — (Posted September 5, 2023)
Rae Ann Spell Rae Ann Spell, age 59, of New Castle, passed away Monday, September 4, 2023, at The Waters of New Castle. She was born November 24, 1963, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Jack & Carol (Harter) Kennedy. Rae Ann loved life and lived it to its fullest. She was a 1983 graduate of New […] — (Posted September 5, 2023)
Pam S. Tubesing COLUMBUS Ind. – Pam S. Tubesing, age 70, of Columbus, Indiana, formerly of Richmond, died Monday, September 4, 2023, at Our Hospice of South-Central Indiana, in Columbus. Born April 27, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, to William Robert and Jewell Buroker Harrison, Pam lived all of her life in this community before moving to Columbus in […] — (Posted September 5, 2023)
Shirley Jean Rowe Shirley Jean Rowe, 82, of Liberty, IN passed away peacefully on Saturday September the 2nd 2023. Shirley was born on January 10, 1941 in Grays View full obituary — (Posted September 5, 2023)
Donita Lester Donita L. Lester, 58, of Richmond, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023 at Reid Hospital. She was born on December 10, 1954 in New Castle, Indiana to Donald and Marjory (Jackson) Lester. Donita graduated from Richmond High School and lived most of her life in Richmond. She had a heart of gold, loved meeting […] — (Posted September 5, 2023)
Marty L Isaacs Marty L. Isaacs passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023. He was born in Richmond, Kentucky to Gene and Hila Isaacs. Marty lived most of his View full obituary — (Posted September 5, 2023)
Oza F. Vickers Oza F. Vickers, age 79, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023. Oza was born in Kentucky. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com… — (Posted September 5, 2023)