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.
John Beaty, Jr. Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted June 12, 2023)
Walter Reece Walter Reece, age 60, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the Reece family. — (Posted June 12, 2023)
Nancy Kubalanza Nancy Kubalanza, age 70, of Greenwood, Indiana passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the Kubalanza family. — (Posted June 12, 2023)
Elizabeth Teague Elizabeth Marie “Liz” (Dickerson) Teague, 75, passed away peacefully in her home on June 10, 2023, with her family by her side. Liz was born on November 16, 1947, in New Castle, Indiana, to the late Floyd “Tommy” and Jeanette (Thompson) Dickerson. She married Michael Teague June 10, 1966. Michael loved her from the moment […] — (Posted June 12, 2023)
Jane Reece Jane Reece, 87, of New Castle passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born on January 4, 1936 to the late Jessie and Augsta (Hoag) Stinson. Jane volunteered and was in charge of the funeral diners for the First Baptist Church where she was a member for over […] — (Posted June 12, 2023)
Carolyn Schonfeld Carolyn Schonfeld, 72, of Connersville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Sunday morning, June 11, 2023 at her home. Carolyn was born November 10, 1950 in Rushville, Indiana to Thomas and Wilma Philpot Murrell. She graduated from Laurel High School with the class of 1969. Following high school, she completed six years of […] — (Posted June 12, 2023)
Richard Edward Barrett Richard Edward Barrett, 81, of Connersville, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Saturday, June 10, 2023. He was born August 19, 1941 in Connersville to James Barrett and Martha Barbour Johnson. He graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1959. On September 21, 1963, he was […] — (Posted June 12, 2023)
Mary Elizabeth Golden Ind. – Mary Elizabeth Golden, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born May 8, 1936, in New Castle, Indiana, to Forrest and Lucille Rumley Campbell, Mary lived in Southeast Michigan from 1961 to 1981 before moving to this community. She was a long-time member of First Baptist […] — (Posted June 12, 2023)
Sally J. Howard Sally J. Howard, 87, of New Castle, passed away on the evening of Saturday, June 10, 2023 peacefully at home with her children by her side. She was born on July 10, 1935, in Salem, Ohio, a daughter of the late J. Russell and Erma (Williams) Moore. Sally was a 1953 graduate of Salem High […] — (Posted June 11, 2023)
Rosalyn A York Rosalyn A York, age 85, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the York family. — (Posted June 11, 2023)
Thomas “Tom” Ervin Thomas Lynn Ervin, 76, passed away early Friday morning on June 9th, 2023, at Henry Community Health in New Castle, Indiana. Tom entered the world on June 12th, 1946, to parents Herbet Lynn and Earlene Esther (Lemons) Ervin. He grew up in Mount Summit but lived in a few cities such as Cambridge City, New […] — (Posted June 10, 2023)
Jeffrey E. Sizemore RICHMOND, Ind. – Jeffrey E. Sizemore, age 61, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Miami Valley North Hospital in Englewood, Ohio. Born January 14, 1962, in Richmond, Indiana, to Charles and Shirley Burke Sizemore. Jeff was a 1980 graduate of National Trail High School and a 1985 graduate of Urbana University. Jeff […] — (Posted June 9, 2023)
Alan “Fritz” Kempton CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Alan “Fritz” W. Kempton, age 88, of Centerville, Indiana, died Friday, June 9, 2023, at Reid Health, surrounded by family. Born May 26, 1935, in Centerville, Indiana, to Russell M. and Pauline Turner Kempton, Fritz was a life-long resident of this community. Fritz was an Army veteran, stationed in Germany, which was […] — (Posted June 9, 2023)
Duane Andrew Grimm Duane Andrew Grimm, 52, of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 4, 2023 while on vacation in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. He was born May 22, 1971 in Baltimore, Maryland to Raymond Grimm, Sr. and Linda K. King Hunter. Duane attended Connersville High School where he participated in the welding vocational program. A talented carpenter, he […] — (Posted June 9, 2023)
Eric Lee Carter Eric Lee Carter, 60, a resident of New Castle passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2023 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 15, 1962 to Rex and Phyllis (Phelps) Carter of New Castle Eric was formerly employed at RCA in Indianapolis. He was an accomplished musician and enjoyed singing, playing drums […] — (Posted June 9, 2023)
Larry K. Hartley Larry K. Hartley 82 of Richmond died at his home June 5, 2023. He was born October 7, 1940 in Richmond and lived here all View full obituary — (Posted June 8, 2023)
Charles P. Crutcher Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted June 8, 2023)
George Edward Royer George Edward Royer, 88, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Heritage House of New Castle. George was born on August 15, 1934 in Bluffton to the late William and Mildred (Sims) Royer. George retired from MEG Steel Corp. in Cambridge City after 36 years. He also was a contractor, building several […] — (Posted June 8, 2023)
June Ahaus Miller June I Miller June (Ahaus) Miller, 94, of Richmond died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Reid Health. She was born on June 27,1928 in Richmond View full obituary — (Posted June 8, 2023)
James T. Daily James T. Daily, 84, formerly of New Castle, Indiana, passed away on the morning of Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. He was born on November 21, 1938 in New Castle, a son of the late Ernest Charles and Helen Fern (Malcom) Daily. Jim was a 1956 graduate of New […] — (Posted June 7, 2023)
William Lee Townsend RICHMOND, Ind. – William Lee Townsend, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at Reid Health. Born January 5, 1938, in Bluefield, West Virginia, to L. H. Harris and Nannie J. Woods, Bill came to Richmond in 1949 with his mother. He has lived here most of his life. His mother married […] — (Posted June 7, 2023)
Steveana Ray Collett Steveana R. “Stevie” Collett (Krill), 79, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. She was born on July 16, 1943, in Bluffton, Indiana, to the late James and Betty (Farling) Krill. In addition to her parents, Stevie was preceded in death by her son, Trent […] — (Posted June 7, 2023)
Wanda N. Brooks Wanda N. Brooks (nee Simpson), 83, of Richmond passed unexpectedly on June 5th, 2023 at Reid Health. She was born on March 24th, 1940 in View full obituary — (Posted June 7, 2023)
Donna M. Lauriie Donna M. Laurie, 98, of New Castle passed away Monday, June 6, 2023 at her residence. She was born on October 1, 1924, in Henry County to the late Mata Waltz. Donna worked for Modernfold Corporation, Denton’s Drug Store and was an Avon rep for many years. She was a member of Kappa Delta Phi […] — (Posted June 7, 2023)
John E. Ferriell John E. Ferriell 98 of Richmond died June 6, 2023 at Arbor Trace after a brief illness. He was born October 13, 1924 in Louisville, View full obituary — (Posted June 7, 2023)
Gayle Rose Gayle Rose, 65 of Connersville passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. He was born on December 11, 1957 in Connersville to Lester and Martha View full obituary — (Posted June 7, 2023)
Keith Wehrley Keith Wehrley, age 41, passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2023. He was born July 19, 1981, to Donald and Vicky Wehrley, in Richmond, Indiana. View full obituary — (Posted June 7, 2023)
Kevin Allen Kevin Allen 62 of Richmond passed away June 6, 2023, after a long illness. He was born April 8, 1961, in Chicago Heights, Illinois to View full obituary — (Posted June 7, 2023)
Lee Butler Lee Rohe Butler sadly passed away on June 4th, 2023. He was born on November 9th, 1991, in Richmond, Indiana. Lee attended Richmond High School then enlisted in the US Army. Lee has left behind a loving mother, father, sister and brother who will miss him dearly. Lee was a truth seeker, who believed very […] — (Posted June 6, 2023)
Theodore O Gideon, Jr. Modoc ~ Theodore O. Gideon Jr., 79, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, June 4, 2023 at Caroleton Healthcare Center of Connersville. He was a great man and wonderful father and grandfather. He was born in his loving Spiceland home on August 27, 1943 to his amazing parents Theodore Sr. and Nanny […] — (Posted June 6, 2023)