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.
Manasseh M. Gillam Manasseh M. Gillam, 83, of Noblesville, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 in his home following an extended illness. He was born September 16, 1939 in New Castle to the late Manford and Myrtle (Barker) Gillam. A 1957 graduate of Knightstown High School, he retired from General Motors in Anderson following 37 years of service. […] — (Posted July 1, 2023)
Florence Crisp RICHMOND, Ind. – Florence Crisp, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, June 30, 2023, at Rosebud Village. Born August 14, 1933, in New York, New York, to Walter and Ellen Bolton Skipsey, Florence moved to Richmond after her marriage to John Crisp. She worked as a quality control manager at Staco. Florence was a […] — (Posted July 1, 2023)
Becky Hopkins-West Becky Hopkins-West, 63, of Pendleton passed away Saturday, June 29, 2023. She was born April 14, 1960 in Henry County to the late Les and Helen (Morgan) Hopkins. Becky was employed at Heritage House of New Castle and formerly at Taco Bell in New Castle. She often enjoyed riding her motorcycle and spending time with […] — (Posted July 1, 2023)
Terry Dee Haisley Terry Dee Haisley, 76, of Richmond died Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at Majestic Care in Connersville. Terry was born in Marion, IN on January 29, View full obituary — (Posted July 1, 2023)
David W. Williams David W. Williams, 79, of Tavares, FL passed away June 13, 2023 at his nephew’s home in New Castle, IN. He was born October 29, 1943 in New Castle, the son of the late Jesse W. and Myrle E. (Risk) Williams. He graduated from New Castle High School in 1961. After attending business school he […] — (Posted June 30, 2023)
Michael “Mike” Brannon Michael “Mike” Brannon, 68, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023. Mike was born on January 20, 1955 to Eugene and Catherine Baker Brannon. He married the former Robin… — (Posted June 30, 2023)
Justin Tyler Kuchera Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted June 29, 2023)
Carmelle L. Jordan Carmelle L. Jordan, 68, of Kennard, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Henry Community Health. She was born on January 12, 1955 in New Castle to the late Hugh and Charlotte (Hall) McGinnis. Carmelle was formerly employed as a CNA and worked at Miller’s Merry Manor and Stonebrooke Rehab Center. She enjoyed […] — (Posted June 29, 2023)
Barbara Ann Toschlog Barbara Ann Toschlog, age 91, passed away June 28, 2023. At her request, services are private. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. View full obituary — (Posted June 29, 2023)
Sharon G. Parvis Sharon G. Parvis, 69, of Connersville, passed away Saturday night, June 24, 2023 at Reid Health, Richmond.   She was born April 11, 1954 in Connersville to James and Madelon Amis Harris. She was a 1972 graduate of Connersville High School.   On June 25, 1983, she married Gregg Parvis in Connersville. Mr. Parvis passed […] — (Posted June 29, 2023)
James D. Maze James D. Maze, 60, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023. Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle. Burial will follow at South Mound Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday at the funeral home, You may express […] — (Posted June 28, 2023)
Marcia L. Cox Marcia L. Cox 72 of Richmond passed away June 24, 2023, at Reid Health. She was born on April 8, 1951, to Dewey and Myrtle View full obituary — (Posted June 28, 2023)
Janet Mae Lewis Ind. – Janet Mae Lewis, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, June 25, 2023, at Brickyard Healthcare – Golden Rule Care Center of Richmond. Born March 2, 1940, in Ritchie County, West Virginia to Jesse and Beulah Blanche Goodwin Moore, Janet had lived in Indiana for the last 15 years. She was retired but […] — (Posted June 28, 2023)
Delma Steele Delma Lee Steele, age 88, of Connersville, Indiana, died Tuesday, June 27 2023, at Majestic Care in Connersville. Delma was born April 4, 1935, to Jiles and Manervie Harrison in McKee, Kentucky. … — (Posted June 28, 2023)
David Michael Rohrer RICHMOND, Ind. – David Michael Rohrer, age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, June 24, 2023, at home surrounded by his family following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Born October 29, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, to Clyde and Melba Pegg Rohrer, David was a life-long resident of this community. He was a graduate of […] — (Posted June 28, 2023)
Ron Mullaney CENTERVILLE – Ron Alan Mullaney, 65, a lifelong member of the Centerville community, passed away unexpectedly at his home. A son of the late William Harry and Dorothy Louise (Harris) Mullaney, Ron was born on July 25, 1957, in Richmond, Indiana. He graduated from Centerville High School with the class of 1975. After a short time in the […] — (Posted June 28, 2023)
Robert Wayne Robinson Robert “Bobby” Wayne Robinson, 71, of Tacoma, Washington, passed away on May 6, 2023. He was born in Richmond, Indiana, the son of the late Charles and Jeanette Robinson. Bob graduated from Richmond Senior High School in 1970. After serving in the military, Bob relocated to Tacoma, Washington, where he enjoyed hunting and fishing as […] — (Posted June 28, 2023)
Charles Myers Charles Myers 68 of Richmond passed away June 22, 2023, at Rosebud Village. He was born May 11, 1955, in Hamilton, Ohio to Robert E. View full obituary — (Posted June 27, 2023)
Connie Young Connie Young, 73, of New Castle passed away unexpectedly Monday, June 26, 2023 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born June 28, 1949 in New Castle to the late John Walter and Betty (Alcorn) Hays. A 1966 graduate of Straughn High School, Connie had worked at L&K Motel and The Waters of New Castle, […] — (Posted June 27, 2023)
Donald Watson On June 26, 2023 Donald Kay Watson heard Jesus say, “Welcome home, my good and faithful servant. Donald was born on November 22, 1955 in Monticello, Kentucky to Edward and Neva Watson. At a young age, Donald moved to Richmond, Indiana with his father and three of his four sisters. In 1974, Donald met the […] — (Posted June 27, 2023)
John Gerald Precht John Gerald Precht, 80, of Connersville, passed away Monday evening, June 26, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 27, 1942 in Metamora, Indiana to Harris Precht Sr. and Marie Wessler Precht. As a child, John grew up on the family farm. In 1961, he graduated from Connersville High […] — (Posted June 27, 2023)
Barbara Jean “Blackie” Orcutt Barbara Jean “Blackie” Orcutt, 79, of New Castle passed away Monday, June 26, 2023 at her residence. She was born November 24, 1943 in Kokomo, Indiana to the late Hurbert and Mertie (Hancock) Ballenger. Blackie had a strong worth ethic and worked at Modernfold for 26 years then for IPT for 13 years. She enjoyed […] — (Posted June 27, 2023)
David Charles Adams David Charles Adams, 64, of Connersville, passed away Monday afternoon, June 26, 2023 at his home. He was born September 25, 1958 in Middletown, Ohio to Roscoe and Anna Lee Coffee Adams. On July 7, 2001, he married the former Stella May Wildridge in Connersville. David spent most of his life working in residential construction […] — (Posted June 27, 2023)
William E. Caldwell William E. Caldwell, 74, of Connersville, passed away Monday morning, June 26, 2023 at Brickyard Golden Rule, Richmond.  Per William’s wishes, there will be no services.  — (Posted June 27, 2023)
Sharon Gail Parvis Sharon Gail Parvis, age 69, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the Parvis family. — (Posted June 26, 2023)
Kenneth Groce Kenneth Groce, 94, of New Castle passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Heritage House in New Castle. He was born on December 24, 1928 to the late Willie R. and Bernice (Workman) Groce. Kenneth retired from Chrysler Corporation after 37 years of service. He was a devoted husband and father who cherished his […] — (Posted June 26, 2023)
Gary Lee Isaacs Gary Lee Isaacs, 76, of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning, June 24, 2023 at Reid Health, Richmond. He was born March 28, 1947 in Connersville, one of six children of Kenneth and Mamie Dickey Isaacs. He graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1965. As a young man, Gary was an exceptional […] — (Posted June 26, 2023)
Mary Ellen Huffman Mary Ellen Huffman, age 85, of Connersville, Indiana, died Saturday, June 24, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born April 27, 1938, to Carl Francis and Florence Cecilia Grogan… — (Posted June 26, 2023)
Kathy Breckenridge Gortner Kathy Breckenridge Gortner passed away at her home in Clearwater, Fl on Monday June 19, 2023, after a long illness. Born January 29, 1953, in New Castle, In she was the daughter of Alfred and Norma Cross Breckenridge. She was a 1971 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School. Kathy is survived by her […] — (Posted June 26, 2023)
Joseph “Joe” Harvey, Sr. Joseph “Joe” Harvey, Senior, 81 of Connersville, passed away on June 23, 2023. Joe was born on June 27, 1941 to Fred and Goldie Harvey of Laurel, Indiana. Joe graduated from Laurel High School and moved to Connersville where he worked for Design and Manufacturing (D&M) until the business closed. After D&M, Joe enjoyed working […] — (Posted June 26, 2023)