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.
Phillip Paul Stevens Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 31, 2023)
Helen Ann Hadley Helen Ann Hadley, 79, of Connersville, passed away Saturday evening, May 27, 2023, at Heritage House Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 19, 1944 in Fayette County, Indiana to Jay and Gertha Isaacs Pruet. She graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1962. A retiree of […] — (Posted May 30, 2023)
Linda Gail Graw Linda Gail Graw, age 65, passed away on Monday May 29, 2023, following a two-year battle with cancer. Linda was born in Connersville on November View full obituary — (Posted May 30, 2023)
Ophelia Rosalie Arnetta Lamb Services are private. Send online condolences to the family via the guestbook at www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted May 30, 2023)
Katherine Brown Katherine (Duncan) Brown, age 58, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born, February 12, 1965, in Greenfield, IN, to Ann (West) McRoberts and the late John Duncan. She loved listening to Country Music and Classic Rock first thing in the morning. Katherine love being outside […] — (Posted May 30, 2023)
Nancy Ellen DeLucio Nancy Ellen Krick DeLucio passed away May 27, 2023, peacefully. I was born October 19, 1937 to Leonard and Martha Burleson Krick at home in Weaver Station, Darke County, Ohio. I have ventured thru life enjoying all that was offered. I was blessed with wonderful Christian parents, married Robert DeLucio November 28, 1957 and was […] — (Posted May 30, 2023)
Thomas Hunt Thomas Duane Hunt, the adventurous, spirited, and generous rancher from Lynn, Indiana, has saddled off to that great rodeo in the sky on May 28, 2023. Born and raised in Winchester, Indiana on April 3, 1951, Tom spent most of his life living the cowboy dream, wrangling cattle and living life on his own terms. […] — (Posted May 29, 2023)
Marissa L. Portemont Marissa Lynn Portemont, 17, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Wayne Healthcare in Greenville. She was born on December 1, 2005, in Greenville, Ohio, to Sarah (Hayes) Weyant of Greenville, and the late Christopher Portemont. In addition to her mother, Marissa is survived by her stepfather, Jeff Weyant of […] — (Posted May 29, 2023)
Virgil L. Nugent Virgil L. Nugent, age 82, of Richmond, died unexpectedly at his home on Thursday (May 25, 2023). He was born in Richmond on October 15,1940 to Alfred and Bertha Lantz Nugent and had lived here all of his life. Virgil had worked for Kemper Cabinet and was a retired employee of Parker-Hannifin. He loved to […] — (Posted May 29, 2023)
Cheryl Smielewski HAGERSTOWN, Ind. – Cheryl Smielewski, age 59, of Hagerstown, Indiana, died Sunday, May 28, 2023, at Brickyard Healthcare – Golden Rule Care Center, surrounded by family. Born April 30, 1964, in Richmond, Indiana, to James P. and Mary Ann Burgess Lane, Cheryl was a life-long resident of the Richmond area. She served in the United […] — (Posted May 29, 2023)
Gilbert E. Jackson Gilbert E. Jackson, age 82, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the Jackson family. — (Posted May 28, 2023)
David Lee “Dave” Lance David Lee “Dave” Lance, 63, a resident of New Castle passed away Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Reid Hospital in Richmond. He was born September 29, 1959 in White Cloud Michigan to the late Lorin D. and Phyllis E. (Barnhard) Lance. A graduate of White Cloud High School, he earned an Associate’s Degree from Ivy […] — (Posted May 28, 2023)
Cindy Ann Sweigart Cindy Ann Sweigart, 66, of New Castle entered eternal life on Friday, May 26, 2023 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center. She was born on December 24, 1956 in Anderson, Indiana, a daughter of the late Richard Oliver and Anna Lois (Heiny) Childs. Cindy was a 1975 Madison Heights High School graduate. She worked for New Castle […] — (Posted May 27, 2023)
Susan Rhoades Susan Rhoades of New Castle, passed away on the afternoon of Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Addison Place in New Castle. She was 98. She was born on October 22, 1924 in Franklin, Indiana, a daughter of the late Jacob and Mabel (Batton) Long. Susan was a 1942 graduate of New Castle High School. She […] — (Posted May 27, 2023)
Priscilla Ann “Pat” Thomas RICHMOND, Ind. – Priscilla Ann “Pat” Thomas was born in Scranton, PA, August 26, 1947, to Bill and Alyce (DeWitt) Thomas. Her early years were spent in Waverly, PA, where she was surrounded by a loving family of aunts and uncles, as well as her Grandpa H.G. DeWitt and H.G.’s mother, Priscilla, for whom she […] — (Posted May 26, 2023)
Ralph Paul Jones Ralph Paul Jones, 68 of Knightstown passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 25, 2023 from a brief battle with cancer. He was born on January 17, 1955, in Monticello Kentucky to the late Lee Jones and Doris (Kelly) Lowe. Ralph was a 1974 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and a veteran […] — (Posted May 26, 2023)
Janet E. Caldwell Janet E. Caldwell, 96, of Connersville, passed away May 23, 2023 at Hickory Creek.  Per her wishes, there will be no services. Miller,  Moster, Robbins Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.  — (Posted May 26, 2023)
Robert E. Stewart Jr. Robert E. Stewart, Jr., age 77, of Foley, AL, and formerly of New Castle, went to Heaven to be with his loving wife, Sue (Brown) Stewart on Saturday, May 20, 2023. He was born August 6, 1945 in Charleston, WV, a son of the late Robert E. and Velma W. (Bolin) Stewart. An auctioneer for […] — (Posted May 25, 2023)
Gina Neal Gina Neal (Dane) of Kearney, MO, died peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, May 24, 2023 after a decade long battle with breast cancer. Gina was 55 years old. The family is deeply saddened by Gina’s death but take peace in knowing she is in a much better place. Gina was born on January 29, […] — (Posted May 25, 2023)
Robert Eugene Herbert Robert Eugene Herbert, 89, a resident of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Heritage House in New Castle. He was born February 24, 1934 in Henry County to the late William and Mary (Moore) Herbert. Bob retired from General Motors Corp. in 2002 after 39 years of service. Following retirement, he worked […] — (Posted May 24, 2023)
Edith M. “Edie” Fowler Bragg RICHMOND, Ind. – Edith M. “Edie” Fowler Bragg, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community surrounded by her family. Edie was born to Isaac and Minnie Kate Freeman Fowler. She has been a resident of this community most of her life. She was a 1954 graduate of Connersville High School. […] — (Posted May 24, 2023)
Abigail Lorraine Wood Abigail Lorraine Wood was born on May 27, 2010 and passed away on May 19, 2023. Abby was very artistic, loving and caring with a unique, silly sense of humor. She loved reading and spending time outdoors. She was passionate about music. She was the only Bass Clarinet player in the Talawanda Middle School band […] — (Posted May 24, 2023)
William “Bill” Clark RICHMOND, Ind. –William “Bill” Clark, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at Reid Health. Born December 18, 1939, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to William and Florence Holman Clark, Bill lived in Hagerstown, Indiana, Daytona Beach, Florida, and Richmond, Indiana. He was a graduate of Ben Davis High School, Purdue University, and Toledo […] — (Posted May 24, 2023)
Paul Roan Paul Roan, 73, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on May 6, 2023, at Reid Healthcare in Richmond. Paul was a Vietnam Veteran and served 19 months in the Army. Paul was a diabetic and suffered from Parkinson’s. He was living at Brickyard/Golden Rule Healthcare since March 8, 2023. He is survived by his wife of […] — (Posted May 24, 2023)
Wilburn Ray “Babe” Lynch Wilburn Ray “Babe” Lynch, 83, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday morning, May 23, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 30, 1940 in Owsley County, Kentucky to Willard and Sinda McWhorter Lynch. Along with his family, Babe moved to Connersville as a child. As […] — (Posted May 24, 2023)
Joanne Wallen DUBLIN- Joanne Wallen, 76, passed away at her home in Dublin on Monday morning May 22, 2023. Joanne was born in Greensboro, Henry County, Indiana on August 26, 1946.  She graduated from Lincoln High School and attended I.U. East.  Joanne has lived in Dublin since 1960 and retired in 2009 from the Richmond State Hospital […] — (Posted May 24, 2023)
Roxie Ann Young Roxie Ann Young, 87, of Ansonia, Ohio, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023, at The Village Green Health Campus in Greenville, Ohio. She was born on June 3, 1935, in Darke County, Ohio to the late Joseph and Alwilda (Miller) Reier. In addition to her parents, Roxie was preceded in death by her husband, […] — (Posted May 24, 2023)
Marion Eugene “Gene” Courtney Marion Eugene “Gene” Courtney, 87, formerly of Mooreland and currently of Pendleton passed away peacefully on May 22, 2023 at Riverside Hospital in Noblesville. Services will be held at 1:00pm Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle with Pastor Tom Wiles officiating. Burial will follow in Mooreland Cemetery. Visitation will be […] — (Posted May 23, 2023)
Earl R. Marsh Earl R. Marsh, 83, of Carthage, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023 at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born February 25, 1940 in Lawrenceburg the son of Charles Franklin and Lucile (Denny) Marsh. Earl retired as a mechanic. He enjoyed working on cars, riding his Harley and working out in the yard. He especially enjoyed […] — (Posted May 23, 2023)
Lawrence “Jiggs” Preston Johnson Lawrence “Jiggs” Preston Johnson, 77, of Spiceland passed away Monday, May 22, 2023 at IU Health Ball Hospital following a brief illness. He was born January 26, 1946 in Shirley, Indiana to Ithel (Thompson) Watkins. He was a compassionate, kind and loving guy. Jiggs was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, cutting wood, […] — (Posted May 23, 2023)