Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Ronald “Ronnie” Anderson Jr. Richmond, Ind. – Ronald Ralph Anderson Jr., age 57, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born December 9, 1965, to Ronald Ralph Anderson Sr. and Janet Ilene Holliday McBride, Ronnie was a resident of this community for most of his life. He moved to Colorado after high school and then […] — (Posted March 30, 2023)

Terry Lee Cross Terry Lee Cross, 65, of Losantville, died Monday, March 27, 2023, at St. Vincent Randolph hospital, Winchester. He was born in Winchester on June 17, 1957 to William and Grace (Roland) Cross and was a life long resident of the Losantville area. Terry was an employee of New Castle Correctional Facility. Survivors include his wife, […] — (Posted March 28, 2023)

Steven Michael Stemler Steven Michael Stemler, 69, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield. He was born on October 6, 1953, in Seymour, Indiana, a son of the late William Frederick and Sarah Elizabeth (Broady) Stemler. Steve had an amazing sense of humor, was very giving, and never […] — (Posted March 28, 2023)

David A. Terry David A. Terry, 68, of New Castle passed away on the morning of Sunday, March 5, 2023 at The Waters of New Castle. He was born on November 18, 1955 in New Castle, a son of the late Marion and Anna Belle (Criswell) Terry. David was a hard worker and was well-rounded in housing construction. […] — (Posted March 28, 2023)

Margene Sue Albright Margene Sue Albright, 86, of Connersville, passed away Saturday morning, March 25, 2023 at Forest Park, Richmond where she had been a resident since December. Margene was born July 12, 1936 in Connersville, the younger of two children of Paul Samuel and Inez Lyons Garrett. She graduated from Connersville High School with the class of […] — (Posted March 28, 2023)

Tammie Jo (Wright) Stevens Tammie Jo (Wright) Stevens, age 60, formerly of New Paris, Ohio, died Sunday, March 19, 2023, while on one last family vacation in Panama City Beach, FL. Tammie was surrounded by her family as she peacefully passed after battling cancer for several months. Born August 4, 1962, in Richmond, Indiana, to James A. and Bonnie […] — (Posted March 28, 2023)

Ronald Eugene Doan Ronald Eugene Doan, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, March 27, 2023, at Brickyard Healthcare-Golden Rule. Born May 5, 1943, in Richmond, Indiana, to Russell and Mary Sturgis Murray, Ronald was a resident of this community for his whole life. He was self-employed in home construction, building and selling homes. He enjoyed golf, travel […] — (Posted March 28, 2023)

Glenda Odell Shearer Glenda Odell Shearer was born to Emma and James Bates on June 23, 1945, in Richmond, KY. She departed this life on Saturday, March 25, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. She grew up in Richmond, KY, and graduated from Richmond High School. On June 17, 1962, in Richmond, KY, she was united in […] — (Posted March 28, 2023)

Randall Gene Hall Randall Gene Hall, 69, of New Castle passed away Sunday March 26, 2023, at his home. He was born March 12, 1954, to the late Ralph & Pauline (Withrow) Hall. Randall graduated from the Indianapolis School of the Blind in 1974. Even though he had lifelong disabilities, Randy had a great sense of humor. He […] — (Posted March 28, 2023)

Mark E. Garrett Mark E. Garrett, age 62, of Richmond, passed away Friday evening, March 24, 2023, at Reid Health. He was born on June 1, 1960 in Richmond and had lived here all of his life. Mark had worked as a welder at the former Wayne Works. He was very fond of Mountain Dew and was an […] — (Posted March 28, 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 27, 2023)

Paul E. Pierson Mr. Paul E. Pierson, 80, of Richmond, passed away on Friday, March 24 at Reid Health. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on November 24, 1942 to Ralph & June Heath Pierson. He was a 1960 graduate of Richmond High School. He married the former Madeline J. Short on August 8, 1964. They were blessed […] — (Posted March 27, 2023)

Justin Farmer Justin Farmer, 50, of Fountain City, passed away at 12:22 a.m. on Saturday morning, March 25. Justin was born in Richmond, Indiana on May 30, 1970 to John R. “Jack” Farmer and Sarah Brown. He was a 1991 graduate of Centerville High School. Justin served in the US Army from 1991-94. He later attended IU […] — (Posted March 27, 2023)

Timothy Dean Love Timothy Dean Love passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023 after a 14-year battle with multiple myeloma. Born February 22,1951 in Richmond, Indiana to Carl Edwin and Gene Elizabeth Brown Love. He was a music educator for 43 years beginning at Centerville-Abington Community Schools in 1973 continuing on to Richmond Community Schools, Northeastern Wayne Schools and […] — (Posted March 27, 2023)

Virginia A. McClaran Virginia A. McClaran, 83 of New Castle passed away peacefully Friday, March 24, 2023 at Heritage House surrounded by her family. She was born on July 4, 1939 in Albany, KY a daughter of the late Chester Butler and Beatrice (Aaron) Cundiff. Known to be a very independent woman, Virginia was always “dressed to the […] — (Posted March 26, 2023)

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)