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.
Jerilyn “Jerri” Joyce Oliver Jerilyn “Jerri” J. Oliver, 76, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 13, 2023. She was born on October 22, 1946, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Carey and Marilyn (Fackler) Younkman. Jerri is survived by her husband of 27 years, Roger E. Oliver, whom she married on October 8, […] — (Posted May 15, 2023)
Judith Ann Roman-Royer RICHMOND, Ind. – Judith Ann Roman-Royer, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, May 13, 2023, at her home. She was born November 24, 1952, in Evanston, Illinois, to Kenneth C. and Mary A. Steppe Roman. Judith received her PhD in English from Indiana University in Bloomington. She lived in this community for 40 years […] — (Posted May 15, 2023)
Robert H. Hooks OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted May 15, 2023)
Bobby Ray Wicker Bobby Ray Wicker, age 82 of Connersville, passed away on Sunday May 14, 2023, at his residence. Bobby was born in Mousie, Kentucky, on January View full obituary — (Posted May 15, 2023)
Mary Anne Carr Mary A. Carr age 92 of Eaton, Ohio, died Sunday, May 14, 2023, at Greenbriar Nursing Home in Eaton, Ohio. Mary was born on November 12, 1930, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of the late Charles E. & Blanche G. (Sammet) Leighly. She was a Receptionist for the Daycare Licensing Section for the State of […] — (Posted May 15, 2023)
Carol Lambert Carol Lambert, 82, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023 at her home. She was born October 17, 1940, one of seven children of Joseph Frank and Katherine Abbott Lambert. Carol was a member of Connersville Baptist Temple and also a part of the CRF family. She had worked for Landmark Services until her […] — (Posted May 15, 2023)
Thelma Moore Thelma Moore, age 90, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the Moore family. — (Posted May 15, 2023)
Patricia L. Robinson Patricia (Pat) Louise Dishman Robinson went to be with her Lord on May 11, 2023. She passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family and close friends. Pat was born on August 26, 1933 to Claude Ernest and Mary Bell (Miller) Dishman. Pat graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1951. After high school she […] — (Posted May 14, 2023)
Adam M. Fetters Adam Myron Fetters, 42, of Dayton, Ohio, formerly of Greenville, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 12, 2023, at his home. He was born on August 19, 1980, in Piqua, Ohio, to Gordon “Butch” Fetters, Jr. of Ansonia, Ohio, and Linda (Shaffer) Hart Saunders of Wayne Lakes, Ohio. In addition to his parents, Adam […] — (Posted May 14, 2023)
Robert “Bobby” Ralph White Jr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Robert Ralph “Bobby” White Jr., age 67, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, May 12, 2023, at home. Born May 12, 1956, in Corona, California, to Robert R. and Shirley L. Groth White Sr., Bobby moved to Richmond when he was less than a year old. He was a veteran of the United […] — (Posted May 13, 2023)
Jared Wininger LEWISVILLE – Jared V. Wininger, 26, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 5, 2023. He was born June 5, 1996 in New Castle and shares a birthday with his late mother. Jared was a 2015 graduate of Shenandoah High School where he excelled at basketball as a 3-year varsity player and All-County player. He also […] — (Posted May 12, 2023)
Justin Blaine McKee Justin Blaine McKee, age 34, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.myerschapel.com for the McKee family. — (Posted May 12, 2023)
Anna Lee Anna Lee, age 79, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Hickory Creek in New Castle. She was born June 4, 1943, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Jesse & Margaret (Abner) Lee. Anna was someone who lived life to its fullest. She was known as a jack of all trades […] — (Posted May 12, 2023)
Charlotte Bernice Whitehead Charlotte Bernice Whitehead, age 88, passed away on Tuesday May 9, 2023 at Rosebud Village in Richmond. She was born in East Bernstadt, Kentucky on July 28, 1934 to William M. and Alsey (Allen) Cawood. Bernice was a hairdresser for many years before entering retirement. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. […] — (Posted May 12, 2023)
Pastor Charles Coatie OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted May 12, 2023)
Jeremy Dwayne “Buddy” Ward Jeremy Dwayne “Bubby” Ward, 48 of New Castle passed away peacefully on May 10, 2023 at Ball Hospital surrounded by his family after a short illness. He was born January 2, 1975 in Henry County and graduated from New Castle Chrysler High School Special Education. The epitome of true joy, Jeremy lit up a room […] — (Posted May 11, 2023)
John V. “Jack” Barnhart John V. “Jack” Barnhart age 74 of Eaton, Ohio, died Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at his residence. Jack was born on October 10, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, the son of the late John W. & Sarah L. (Kesling) Barnhart. He was a 1966 Eaton High School graduate and attended Central Academy of Art in Cincinnati. […] — (Posted May 11, 2023)
William “Bill” R. Faw William “Bill” R. Faw, 73, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday evening, May 9, 2023 at I.U. Health Methodist Hospital where he had been a patient since April 26, 2023. The son of Delmus “Cliff” Faw and Cella McKinney Colvin, Bill was born on February 16, 1950 in Stanford, Kentucky. As a child, he moved to […] — (Posted May 11, 2023)
Matthew Wright Felix  Matthew Wright Felix, age 37, of New Castle, passed away with his wife and chosen brother by his side on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Franciscan Health. He was born December 19, 1985, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Trimble W. & Teresa (Miller) Felix. Matthew was a 2004 graduate of New Castle High […] — (Posted May 11, 2023)
Larry R. Sanford Larry R Sanford, 82, passed away on May 3, 2023, at Forest Park AL He was born on May 28, 1940, to Mae and Ora View full obituary — (Posted May 11, 2023)
Gregory Simmermeyer Gregory James Simmermeyer, age 36, passed away on May 9, 2023, at Reid Health in Richmond. Gregg was born on November 26, 1986, in Connersville, View full obituary — (Posted May 11, 2023)
Dawn E. Bennett Dawn E. Bennett, 67, of Monticello, KY, and formerly of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning, May 9, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital Carmel. She was born December 31, 1955 in Indianapolis, a daughter of the late Harold and Loraine (Moss) Williams. She operated Dawnie’s DayCare out of her home for 22 years. An […] — (Posted May 10, 2023)
Beatrice Kay Ward Beatrice Kay Ward, 88, of New Castle passed away on May 8, 2023. Arrangements are pending at this time. — (Posted May 10, 2023)
Joyce Lee Fairchild Joyce Lee Fairchild, 81, of Lewisville, died on May 7, 2023 at Heritage House in New Castle. She was born August 18, 1941 in Woodbury, NJ. A homemaker and mother of four, she was an avid collector of cookie jars and dolls, who enjoyed reading, gardening, and jigsaw puzzles. In 1980 she married Marvin Fairchild […] — (Posted May 10, 2023)
Doris E. Kidd Doris E. Kidd, 91 of Connersville passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. She was born on November 14, 1931, to Talmage Humphrey and Martha View full obituary — (Posted May 10, 2023)
Donna J. Little Donna J. Little, 76, of Williamsburg, died Monday, May 8, 2023 at Rosebud Village, where she had recently resided. She was born in New Castle on December 26, 1946 to William and Louise (Retherford) Shook and was a life long resident of Wayne County. Donna was a graduate of Hagerstown High School, a former employee […] — (Posted May 10, 2023)
Alan Dwight Keesling Alan Dwight Keesling went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 4, 2023. He was born on June 21, 1947 in Straughn, Indiana to Roscoe Donald and Reba Iladene Keesling. He graduated from Straughn High School in 1965 and attended Ozark Bible College, St. Louis Christian College, and Cincinnati Bible College. He married Carol […] — (Posted May 10, 2023)
John Wayne Stewart John Wayne Stewart, age 81, passed away on Monday May 8, 2023 at Reid Hospital. He was born in Hazard, Kentucky on March 7, 1942 to Ottis and Sarah (Daniels) Stewart. After high school, John served in the United States Army, serving time in Germany. He had worked as an equipment installer for GTE and […] — (Posted May 9, 2023)
Nora Anita Amburgey CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Nora Anita Amburgey, age 80, of Centerville, Indiana, died Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born April 22, 1943, in Pike County, Kentucky, to Melvin and Corsie Amburgey, Nora was a resident of this community for 55 years. She was formerly a nurse until becoming a full-time homemaker. Nora loved company […] — (Posted May 9, 2023)
Raymond “Fred” Browning Raymond “Fred” Browning, 90 passed away at his home in Mt. Summit on Monday, May 8, 2023. He was born February 18, 1933 in New Castle, son of the late Raymond W. and Mary R. (Turpin) Browning. A true patriot, Fred served with the United States Army, Air Force and National Guard for 31 years. […] — (Posted May 9, 2023)