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.
Michael “Mike” Miller Michael “Mike” Miller, 76, of New Castle passed away Friday, June 16, 2023 at Henry County Community Health. He was born on November 9, 1946 in New Castle a son of the late Chester Arthur and Betty Ella (Murray) Miller. Always happy, liked by everyone and a gentle soul describes how Mike was known by […] — (Posted June 17, 2023)
Patricia A. Hackman Ind. – Patricia A. Hackman, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, June 17, 2023, at Reid Health. Born January 7, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert W. and June E. Keller Cook, Patricia was a life-long resident of this community. She was a 1963 graduate of Richmond High School. Patricia formerly worked at Wayne […] — (Posted June 17, 2023)
Margaret Mae Smith Margaret Mae Smith, age 51, passed away at Franciscan Health Hospital-Indianapolis on June 15, 2023. She was born July 21, 1971, in Lima, Ohio. Margaret View full obituary — (Posted June 17, 2023)
Sandra Haler GREENS FORK- Sandra Kaye Haler, 76, passed away Friday June 9, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare in Muncie, Indiana. Sandra was born in Connersville, Indiana on May 13, 1947. A high school graduate, Sandra earned an associate degree in social work and had taken classes toward a law degree. Sandra accepted the Lord Jesus as her […] — (Posted June 16, 2023)
Marlin Craig Richmond – Marlin Duane Craig, 88, passed peacefully the morning of Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at his home. Marlin was born in Cambridge City, Indiana to the late Merle and Mary Agnes (Kirkham) Craig on January 8, 1935. His mom passed away while he was an infant. His father then married Faye Weber, the only […] — (Posted June 16, 2023)
Nancy K. Clark RICHMOND, Ind. – Nancy K. Clark, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Reid Health. Born February 17, 1942, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Paul and Gladys Cathcart Seymour, Nancy has resided in Wayne County, Indiana most of her life. She was a graduate of Hagerstown High School and earned a lab […] — (Posted June 16, 2023)
Honey Michelle Toschlog Honey Michelle Toschlog, age 46, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2023. She was born November 27, 1976, to Jerry and Vickie Toschlog, in Richmond, View full obituary — (Posted June 16, 2023)
Tina M Young Tina M. Young, 60, a life time resident of New Castle, passed away on the morning of Tuesday, June 15, 2023 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born on August 16, 1962 in New Castle. She was a Certified Nursing Assistance for 16 years. Those left to cherish her memory include […] — (Posted June 16, 2023)
Susan D. Jordan Susan D. Jordan, age 73, passed away at her residence on June 12, 2023. She was born August 30, 1949, the daughter of Richard and View full obituary — (Posted June 16, 2023)
Thomas Allen Correll Thomas Allen Correll, age 52, of New Castle, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023, at Henry Community Health. He was born May 31, 1971, in New Castle, Indiana to Harriet (Scott) Correll & the late Robert Correll. Tommy was a man that lived life to its fullest. He enjoyed fishing & hunting. He was an […] — (Posted June 16, 2023)
Gayl Kay Plank Gayl Kay Plank, age 83, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the Plank family. — (Posted June 15, 2023)
Shirley J. McCollough Shirley Jane (Kagan) McCollough, age 96, died on June 13, 2023 in Richmond, IN after a short illness. Born in Morristown, NJ to Whitfield C. View full obituary — (Posted June 15, 2023)
Shirley Ann Kehlenbrink Ind. – Shirley Ann Kehlenbrink, age 87, of New Castle, Indiana, died Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Henry Community Health. Born July 19, 1935, in West Point, Mississippi, to Albert and Georgianna Bearfield Whisenhunt, Shirley was a resident of this community most of her life. She worked as Director of Technical Services at Reid Hospital […] — (Posted June 15, 2023)
Ella Scott OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted June 15, 2023)
Virgie R. Perrin , Ind. – Virgie R. Perrin, age 85, of Centerville, Indiana, died Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at Brickyard-Golden Rule Health Care. Virgie was born July 16, 1937, in Darke County, Ohio. She was a resident of Wayne County most of her life. Virgie retired from GTE after 33 years of service. She was a member […] — (Posted June 14, 2023)
Stephen L. “Steve” Strother Stephen L. “Steve” Strother, 71, of New Castle passed away Friday, June 9, 2023 at his home. He was born April 2, 1952 in New Castle to the late Paul E. Strother and Alice Marie (Collins) Stinson. Steve was the vice president of Ameriana Bank, formerly known as Henry County Savings and Loan, where he […] — (Posted June 14, 2023)
Edwin Eugene Tucker Edwin Eugene Tucker passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Rosebud Villiage where he has been for over a year. He was born View full obituary — (Posted June 14, 2023)
Tonya Jo Borden Tonya Jo Borden passed away at Reid Health Hospital on June 13th, 2023. She was born on October 5,1966 in Richmond, Indiana, the son/daughter of View full obituary — (Posted June 14, 2023)
Patsy “Pat” Dafler Ind. – Patsy “Pat” Dafler, age 72, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, June 12, 2023, at Reid Health. Born February 5, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, to William and Maggie Mussoni Thacker, Pat was a life-long resident of this community. She was a Richmond High School graduate. Pat was an animal lover and enjoyed going to […] — (Posted June 13, 2023)
Mary Roberta Hubbard Mary Roberta Hubbard, 91, of Oxford, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord Sunday evening, June 11, 2023 at the Hospice of Hamilton, Ohio. Mary was born November 18, 1931 in Preble County, Ohio, the youngest child of Arthur and Gladys Matix Beckett. She was a 1950 graduate of Camden High School. She had […] — (Posted June 13, 2023)
Michael “Mike” Wayne Myers “Spanky” Michael “Mike” Wayne Myers “Spanky”, 64, of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly late Sunday evening, June 11, 2023 at his home. He was born March 20, 1959 in Fayette County, Indiana to Marvin Lee and Doris Colleen Jolliff Myers. He graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1978. On February 19, 1983, he was […] — (Posted June 13, 2023)
Myron L. McCoy Myron Lee McCoy, 85, of Hagerstown, died at his home on Sunday, June 11, 2023. He was born in Wayne County oh October 25, 1937 to Ralph and Roberta (Hartley) McCoy and was a life long resident of the area. Myron was a 1955 graduate of Hagerstown High School. He served with the U.S. Army. […] — (Posted June 12, 2023)
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)