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.

Gloria M. Jacob Gloria M. Jacob, age 97 of Richmond passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday March 22, 2023 at Ambassador Healthcare. She was born on February 26, 1926 in Dayton, Ohio to James George Kutche and Florence Hall Parr Kutche and had lived in the area most of her life. Gloria loved dogs, […] — (Posted March 26, 2023)

Larry Eugene Heitzman Larry Eugene Heitzman, age 72, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Ambassador Healthcare. Larry was born October 2, 1950, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert E. and Betty J. Ungeright Heitzman. He was a resident of this community for his whole life. Larry enjoyed watching TV and eating food. He was a simple […] — (Posted March 26, 2023)

Linda Higgs Linda Higgs went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 at Ball Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born July 15th, 1961 to Ronald and Geraldine Jones of New Castle Indiana. Growing up, she was the oldest of three children and attended Blue River Valley High School […] — (Posted March 26, 2023)

Rose Anna Minor Rose Anna Minor, 69, of Richmond, Indiana transitioned on March 22, 2023. She was born August 30, 1953 to young newlyweds William and Mary Ann Minor of Richmond, Indiana. She was the eldest of 10 siblings. At a early age she took on caregiving responsibilities that led her to leave school. She was proud she […] — (Posted March 25, 2023)

Howard Krueger Howard Krueger, age 77, passed away at Reid Health on March 21, 2023. He was born May 6, 1945, the son of Fred and Betty Krueger, in Chicago, Illinois. He is survived by a brother, Frederick Krueger and a sister, Mary Luang. There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with […] — (Posted March 25, 2023)

Anne Marie Pack Anne Marie Pack, 95, of Richmond, passed away on March 23, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community. She was born December 7, 1927 in Coucy-Les Eppes Aisne, France to Jean- Charles and Isabelle Louise Ruuselle Ravaux. She was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church. Anne owned Le Cherie Beauty Salon. She is survived by […] — (Posted March 25, 2023)

Angela Rebecca (Brown) Campbell Angela Rebecca (Brown) Campbell, 55, of Cameron, North Carolina, passed away at her home on March 23rd, 2023 after a hard-fought battle with Thalamic Glioblastoma. Angela was born September 11th, 1967, in Richmond, Indiana to Ovid D. and Lola (Mock) Brown. Angela was a 1985 graduate of Northeastern High School and attended Boyce Bible College […] — (Posted March 24, 2023)

Dortha Clark Dortha Clark, 85, was defined by her positivity, strength, kindness, and faith in our Lord and Savior. She was a devoted wife and partner to Ron Clark for 66 years and was a loving mother to Debbie Angel (Paul), Yvonne Ficke (Mike) and Duane Clark (Miriam). She was a grandmother to 8 and great-grandmother to […] — (Posted March 24, 2023)

Robert E. Black Robert E. Black age 81 of West Alexandria, Ohio died Wednesday on March 15, 2023, at his residence. Robert was born on March 7, 1942, in Preble County, Ohio the son of the late Lester M. & Mazie Mae (Baker) Black. A 1962 Jefferson High School graduate and he served in the U.S. Army. In […] — (Posted March 24, 2023)

Larry Gene Allen Sr. Larry Gene Allen Sr., age 56, of Richmond, Indiana, died unexpectedly, in Henry County, Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Born May 15, 1966, in Richmond, Indiana, to Bradley and Ellen Mae Hyer Allen Sr., Larry was a resident of this community for most of his life. He was a graduate of Northeastern High School. Larry worked […] — (Posted March 24, 2023)

Joy Vanlandingham Joy Vanlandingham passed away at home in Dayton, Ohio, on March 18, 2023. Joy was born on July 9, 1948 in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of Efjord and Mary (Henderson) Vanlandingham. Joy graduated from Richmond High School in 1966 and received an Associate Degree from Indiana University East. She retired from a longtime career with […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Marlon Ray Burns Marlon Ray Burns, 68, of Richmond IN, passed away on March 19th, 2023. Marlon was Born on November 21st , 1954 in Richmond, Indiana. Marlon lived many years in Indiana, however Marlon spent several years in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Marlon was an avid sports fan, but specifically a lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan (fly eagles fly). […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Donald E. Showalter Connersville native Donald E. Showalter, 93, died Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Heritage House of Connersville. Don, the oldest son of Russell R. and Helen M. Owens Showalter, was born on February 2, 1930. He attended Harrisburg High School and later enlisted in the United States Navy, serving his country during the Korean Conflict. Don […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Deborah Evans Deborah Evans, age 66, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023. Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Connersville. — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Joe Allen Cook Joe Allen Cook, age 50 of Richmond passed unexpectedly at home on March 19, 2023. He was the father of Morgan (Ryan) Baker of Noblesville, husband to Robin Cook of Richmond, brother to Ron Casteel of New Paris, Ohio Deb (Steve) Mays of Salley, South Carolina, Billy Cook, Chester (Carol) Cook, Randy Cook, Michael (Debbie) […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Dr. Kathy E. Williams Dr. Kathy E. Williams, 69, of Muncie, Indiana passed away on March 17, 2023. She was born January 22, 1954 in Rushville, Indiana to Ralph and Donna Becraft. She was a member at ELC of Lanham, Maryland. She received her Doctorate in Strategic Leadership at Regen University, Masters of Science in Management with a major […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Carolyn Sue Walker Carolyn Sue Walker was born April 25, 1942, to Arthur William Byrd and Maurine Jett Byrd at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. Our mother, Carolyn Sue Walker, passed away on March 15, 2023, at 5:04 AM, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Carolyn attended Richmond Community Schools and enjoyed going to the high school […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Shaun Francis Witte Shaun Francis Witte, age 77, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Forest Park Health Campus in Richmond. Shaun was born in Birstall, England on February 23, 1946, to Francis John Witte and Frances Drake Witte. He came to the United States as a child and became a US Citizen […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Charles Michael “Mikey” Redd Charles Michael “Mikey” Redd, age 44 was born on October 3, 1978 along with twin brother Joseph Brian, to Joseph D. and Nancy Hobbs Redd in Richmond, Indiana. He died on March 20, 2023 at his home. Mikey went to Alquina Elementary School and Connersville Middle School. He went to Union County High School with […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Donald Gene Guffey Donald Gene Guffey, 61, of New Castle passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Henry Community Health. He was born on January 1, 1962, in new Castle, a son of the late Lonzo Guffey and Lou Tilde (Delk) Guffey. Donald worked at Foam Rubber in New Castle and also various construction projects. He was […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Richard Lee Bailey Richard Lee Bailey, age 66, of New Castle, passed away Monday, March 20, 2023, at his home. He was born January 24, 1957, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Kenneth & JoAnn (White) Bailey Richard was a man that lived life to its fullest. He loved to talk about his daughter and grandchildren. Had […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Charlotte Susanna Raby Charlotte Susanna Raby, 85, of Modoc, died Monday, March 20, 2023 at Glen Oaks Health Campus, New Castle, where she had recently resided. She was born in Decatur County on June 24, 1937 to Henry and Ellen (Welch) Snyder. She resided in Connersville until moving to Modoc in 1966. Charlotte was a former employee of […] — (Posted March 22, 2023)

Heather Nicole Jacobs Heather Nicole Jacobs, 46, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, March 19, 2023 surrounded by her loving family at her home. She was born February 21, 1977 in Richmond, Indiana, and she was a 1995 graduate of Richmond High School. She also attended Indiana University East where she earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Education. Following […] — (Posted March 20, 2023)

Audrey Marie McKinney Audrey Marie McKinney, 90, of Connersville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Saturday, March 18, 2023 at her home. She was born December 31, 1932 in Connersville, the eldest of six children of Stephen Edward and Opal Margarite Rodgers Kemker. She graduated with the Connersville High School class of 1951. Growing up, she […] — (Posted March 20, 2023)

Thurnia R. Rogers, Sr. Thurnia R. Rogers, Sr., age 83, of New Castle, died peacefully at home, with his family by his side, on Thursday, March 16, 2023. He was born on September 22, 1939 in Bourne, Kentucky to Alfred and Katherine (Raines) Rogers. Survivors include his four children, Thurnia (Jessica) Rogers of Hagerstown, Tatia (David) Sheppard of West […] — (Posted March 20, 2023)

Geneva F. Smith Geneva F. Smith, age 98, passed away on March 17, 2023, at Forest Park Health Campus in Richmond, IN. She was born on October 12, 1924, in Connersville, the daughter of the late Russell and Stella Vail Young. Geneva graduated from Fairview High School. On June 1, 1956 she was united in marriage to Everett […] — (Posted March 19, 2023)

Byron “Barney” C. Ritchie Byron “Barney” C. Ritchie, 70, of Springport passed away on Friday March 17, 2023 following an extended illness. He was born on September 27, 1952 in Muncie Indiana to the late Paul and Martha (Carter) Ritchie. Barney was a 1970 graduate of Blue River Valley High School. He owned Ritchie’s Plumbing for more than 30 […] — (Posted March 19, 2023)

Nora Ann (Snedigar) Loveday Nora Ann (Snedigar) Loveday, 91, of New Castle passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023. She was born on August 18, 1931 in Mt. Summit, a daughter of the late John Henry Clay and Vadie (Blake) Snedigar. Known to be always full of energy, Nora enjoyed playing Bingo and in her younger years was a bowler. […] — (Posted March 19, 2023)

Mildred L. Young Mildred L. Young, 98, of New Castle and formerly of Florida, passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, March 18, 2023. She was born and raised in Horse Branch, Kentucky on January 15, 1925 and died March 18, 2023. This makes her 98 + years “Young” at the time of her passing. She was […] — (Posted March 19, 2023)

Jeannie C. Aldrich Jeannie C. Aldrich, 94, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Reid Health, Richmond. She was born January 25, 1929 in Greensburg, Indiana to Cloyd “Casey” and Fannie Ayers Long. On October 23, 1947, she married Roy Aldrich in Greensburg. Mr. Aldrich survives. Jeannie was a devoted homemaker. Outside of the home, Jeannie […] — (Posted March 18, 2023)