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.
David Eugene Pegg David Eugene Pegg, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on Thursday May 4, 2023 at Reid Health after suffering a major unexpected health event. Living tissue was donated to the Indiana Organ Donation Network. David was born on April 8, 1938 in Richmond, Indiana to Robert R. and Clara (Selm) Pegg who preceded him […] — (Posted May 9, 2023)
Melanie L. Johnson Melanie Lee Johnson, 82, of New Castle, died at her home on Saturday, May 6, 2023. She was born in Richmond on October 3, 1940 to Vearl and Mary (Porter) Leonard. She had resided in Greens Fork before moving to New Castle a few years ago. Survivors include 4 children, Jeff Johnson, Robin Reed (Todd), […] — (Posted May 9, 2023)
Ernest Dee Thornsberry Jr. Ernest Dee “Little Ernie” Thornsberry Jr., 47, of New Castle, died unexpectedly on Tuesday evening, May 2, 2023, at Henry Community Health. There are no services planned at this time. The Sproles family and staff are honored to care for Ernest and serve his family during this tragic and difficult time. — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Tsakania “Tas” Goodpaster Tsakania “Tas” Goodpaster, 63, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away early Thursday morning, May 4, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his family and friends. He was born on November 13, 1959, in Muncie, Indiana, to the late Charles and Mildred “Betty” (Gossitt) Goodpaster. In addition to his parents, Tas was preceded in death by his […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Charles “Glen” Hunt Jr. Ind. – Charles “Glen” Glendon Hunt Jr., age 95, of Centerville, Indiana, died Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Independence Village, Fishers, Indiana. Born May 12, 1927, in Richmond, Indiana, to Charles Glendon Sr. and Dorothy LeMaster (Locke) Hunt, Glen was a resident of this community for several years. He was a 1945 graduate of Richmond […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Michael Leon Davis Michael Leon Davis 52 of Lynn passed away May 8, 2023, at Reid Health after a long illness. He was born October 30, 1970, in View full obituary — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Patrick Evan McWhorter Patrick Evan McWhorter, age 53 passed away at IU Health Methodist Hospital on Friday, May 5, 2023. He was employed by New Castle Housing Authority for over 20 years. In his early years, Pat excelled at playing baseball from Little League and Babe Ruth to High School. Later in life he was an avid online […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Daneeta J. Phelps Daneeta J. Phelps, 76, of New Castle, passed away on Sunday afternoon, May 7, 2023, at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center. She was born on May 1, 1947, in Henry County, Indiana, a daughter of the late Francis Beal Davis and Louise May (Bertram) Davis. Daneeta was a 1965 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Carmella “Carmen” Jean Garrison Carmella “Carmen” Jean Garrison, 69, of Connersville, passed away early Sunday morning, May 7, 2023 at Compassus Hospice Care, Indianapolis. She was born March 2, 1954 in Connersville, the younger of two daughters of James Edward and Barbara J. White Shanklin. Carmen graduated with the Connersville High School class of 1973. At the age of […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Steven Jay Leonard RICHMOND, Ind. – Steven Jay Leonard, age 73, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, May 6, 2023, at his home. Born February 12, 1950, in Richmond, Indiana, to Charles and Mary L. Mort Leonard, Steven was a resident of this community for many years. He was a 1972 graduate of Ball State University with a degree […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Lewis Leidecker Lewis Leidecker, age 55 of New Paris, Ohio, died Monday, May 1, 2023, at Foundations in New Paris, Ohio. Lewis was born on February 1, 1968, in Newport Beach, California, son of L. Lewis & Lorene Amburgy (Yost) Leidecker. He is survived by his sister: Sherry Johnson. A private service will be held at South […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Meri Lee Hampton Meri Lee Hampton, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on May 5, 2023, in Frisco, Texas at the age of 78. She was born to Howard (Bud) Woodruff and Doris Irene (Higgs) Eichhorn on August 15, 1944, in Abington, Pennsylvania. Meri Lee graduated as the salutatorian from Jefferson High School in […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Sandra Kay Bowman Sandra K. “Sandy” Bowman, 79, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on June 8, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Dave and Nellie (Shields) Warner. In addition to her parents, Sandy was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Bowman; […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Bogie Batson LEWISVILLE- Gary Lynn “Bogie” Batson, 68, passed away Friday afternoon May 5th, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana. Gary was born in New Castle, Indiana, on July 27th, 1954, he was raised in Straughn and remained proud throughout his life as being the town-paper-boy. He and his family moved to the Lewisville community, and […] — (Posted May 8, 2023)
Valorie “Kay” Neal Ratcliff Valorie “Kay” Neal Ratcliff passed away peacefully at her home after being surrounded by her immediate family the days and hours prior. She was born November 21, 1952 to Lorene Stigall Larrimore and Bennie Ray Neal. She was a very humble person, who felt the things most important in life were love, family, and kindness. […] — (Posted May 7, 2023)
Lunetta S. Carnes Lunetta S. Carnes, 85, of New Castle, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 6, 2023 following an extended illness. She was born September 4, 1937 in Rushville, to the late Basil Doughty and Marjorie McCorkhill. Lunetta retired from Chrysler Corporation in New Castle, and she was a former member of the Moose […] — (Posted May 6, 2023)
Nevin Eugene Deem Nevin Eugene Deem, 79, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 5, 2023, at Ayden Healthcare in Greenville. He was born on May 21, 1943, in Wayne County, Indiana, to the late Harold Deem and Aileen (Satkamp) Browne. In addition to his parents, Nevin was preceded in death by his wife, Dawanda (Price) Deem; […] — (Posted May 6, 2023)
Rachel A. Stella RICHMOND, Ind. – Rachel A. Stella, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Born March 17, 1946, in Columbus, Georgia, to Albert L. and Daisy Dixon Foster, Rachel was a resident of this community for most of her life. She was a 1964 graduate of […] — (Posted May 6, 2023)
Connie Leeann Pate Connie Leeann Pate, 67, of New Castle passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center. She was born September 30, 1955 in New Castle, the daughter of the late Lemuel L. and Emogene I. (Kern) Pate. A 1974 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, Connie was a longtime member of Cadiz Christian […] — (Posted May 6, 2023)
Russell Williams Russell Williams, age 71, passed away on Thursday May 4, 2023, in Connersville. Russell was born in Lansing, West Virginia on November 24, 1951, the View full obituary — (Posted May 5, 2023)
Donald Steven Reed Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 5, 2023)
Jamison Ramsey Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 5, 2023)
Sharon R. Sheets RICHMOND, Ind. – Sharon R. Sheets, age 67, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at The Springs of Richmond. Born February 3, 1956, in Richmond, Indiana, to Jack and Ernestine Bass Robinson, Sharon was a life-long resident of this community. She was a 1974 graduate of Richmond High School. Sharon formerly worked at […] — (Posted May 4, 2023)
Stacey Lynn Crane Stacey Lynn Crane, 58, of New Castle, passed away early Thursday morning, May 4, 2023, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. Arrangements are pending at this time and will be updated here when they are available. The Sproles family and staff are honored to serve the family of Stacey Lynn Crane. — (Posted May 4, 2023)
Linda Kay (Schultz) Hardin Linda Kay (Schultz) Hardin, 72, of New Paris, Ohio, died Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at her home in New Paris, Ohio. Born on September 7, 1950 in Richmond, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Wilbur H. “Bud” and Doris L. (King) Schultz. Linda was a 1968 Jefferson Township High School graduate and earned […] — (Posted May 3, 2023)
Ray Lindsay Ray Lindsay, age 92, passed away on May 2, 2023, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in Connersville. Ray was born on May 27, 1930, in View full obituary — (Posted May 3, 2023)
Nancy House Nancy Louise House, 78, of Richmond, IN passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at Reid Hospital with loved ones by her side. She was born to the late Paul and Thelma Hinshaw, December 17, 1944 in Maceo, Kentucky. Nancy graduated from Farmland High School in 1962 and received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in […] — (Posted May 3, 2023)
Mary Denise Carter Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 3, 2023)
Robert “Bobby” “Wally” Walradth II Robert “Bobby” “Wally” W. Walradth II, 74, of Parker City, IN passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023 at his home in Bradenton, Florida. He was born November 21, 1948 in Muncie, IN, the son of Robert W. And Dorothy (Williams) Walradth. Bobby was a lifelong residence of Delaware County. Bobby attended Blountsville School through the […] — (Posted May 3, 2023)
Milton Earl Brooks Milton Earl Brooks, 81, of Knightstown, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Beaumont Health and Rehabilitation in Anderson. He was born May 23, 1941 in Ralston, OK, the son of the late Milton Earnest and Florence Matilda (Miller) Brooks. Milton loved the Lord and was a longtime member of the Faith Chapel Church. He […] — (Posted May 3, 2023)