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.

Mildred “Millie” Arlene Sorrell Mildred “Millie” Arlene Sorrell, 84, of Springport passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 at The Waters of New Castle following a brief illness. She was born July 10, 1938 in New Castle to the late George and Margaret (Bell) Abrell. Millie was a 1956 graduate of Cadiz High School and worked at Brooks Foods in […] — (Posted February 7, 2023)

Barbara A. Clouse Barbara A. Clouse, 81, of Losantville passed away Saturday February 4, 2023 at her home. She was born on October 11, 1941 in White County, TN to the late Hulon and Callie (Howell) Sliger. She retired from Precision Wire in Hagerstown after 24 years of service. Barbara enjoyed gardening and her flowers. Her greatest joy […] — (Posted February 7, 2023)

Waneta Marie Purvis Waneta Marie Purvis, 98, of Hagerstown, died Friday, February 3, 2023, at Reid Health, following a brief illness. She was born in Arcadia, IN on October 19, 1924 to Urshell and Bertha (Smith) Pulley. At age 3 ½ she lost her mother and lived with her grandparents. She lived most of her life in Marion […] — (Posted February 6, 2023)

Ina Jane Craig Ina Jane Craig, 97, of New Castle. The Gates of Heaven opened up on Saturday February, 4, 2023 for Ina at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in New Castle and previously of Grand Avenue Commons. With many family members from the Dishman family in Monticello KY, Slickford KY, and New Castle that have preceded her in […] — (Posted February 6, 2023)

Sharon Kay Laughlin Sharon Kay Laughlin, 80, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday morning, February 1, 2023 at Majestic Care. She was born May 1, 1942 in Bloomfield, Indiana to George Albert and Viola Lexi King Clayton, and she was a graduate of Connersville High School. For a number of years, Sharon worked for Visteon. She was a member […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Rev. John D. Beck Rev. John D. Beck, Sr. 85, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly Friday morning, February 3, 2023 following injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m., Friday, February 10, 2023 at First Apostolic Church, 418 New York Ave., New Castle, and funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 11, […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Lois AnnaBelle “Annie” Carnes Lois AnnaBelle “Annie” Carnes, age 100 of New Castle passed away on Friday, February 3, 2023 peacefully in her sleep at the home of her daughter surrounded by family. She was born March 2, 1922 in Delaware County, Indiana, the daughter of Maple and Mina (McClelland) Bird. She married Carlile “Bud” Carnes, September 29, 1939 […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

James Russell Thalls James Russell Thalls, 81 of New Castle passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2023. He was born on September 19, 1941 a son of the late Russell and Mary (Valentine) Thalls. Jim was a 1959 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He was a member of the Army National Guard from 1963-1969. Jim attended […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Joshua Eric Redmyer Joshua Eric Redmyer, 37, died February 1, 2023. He was born September 26, 1985 in Greenville, South Carolina to Steven and Dale (McEachern) Redmyer. During his childhood he lived in Greenville, S.C., Piqua OH., Pittsburg, PA., and Richmond, IN. Although Josh was a born athlete in any sport, basketball was always his favorite, and the […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Stephanie R. Murray Stephanie R. Murray, age 50, of Anderson, and formerly of New Castle passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023. She was born August 30, 1972 in New Castle, Indiana to Jimmy Hale & the late Shara (Osborne) Hale. Stephanie graduated from New Castle Chrysler High School and earned a Masters Degree at the University of Phoenix. […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Carol A. Lewis Carol A. Lewis, age 73, of New Castle passed away Saturday, February 4, 2023, at the Waters of New Castle. She was born April 28, 1949, in New Castle, Indiana to JoAnne (Hendricks) Lewis & the late Walter Lewis. Carol graduated from Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School in 1967. She was a fighter and […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Linda Rose King Linda Rose King, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 3, 2023. Born June 29, 1952, in Richmond, Indiana, to Melvin and Blanche Johnson, Linda was a life-long resident of Richmond. She worked at Mechanics Laundry for many years and a few years at Taco Bell. Survivors include […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Sammy “Sam” Colvin Prather A remarkable human being and true patriot who stood unconditionally for his country and instilled in his children the meaning of integrity, honor and goodness, Sammy “Sam” Colvin Prather I passed away on January 12, 2023. Born on December 18, 1942, in Maysville, KY, Sam was raised by his paternal grandparents in a humble, wood […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Tamela Ann Ingram (Tammy) Tamela Ann Ingram (Tammy) 63, of Colquitt, Georgia, passed away on February 3, 2023 after a heroic 10 year battle with ALS. She was born in Richmond, IN on September 18, 1959 to Ed and Ann Ingram. She was a 1977 graduate of RHS and attended IU East before moving to Florida in 1982. Tammy […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Alfred Shaffer Alfred Shaffer, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, February 3, 2023, at The Springs. Born August 11, 1928, in Bristol, Virginia, to Glenn Meir Shaffer and Julia Mae Carter Shaffer, Alfred has been a member of this community since he was 15 years old. He worked at Perfet Circle and then J.M. Hutton, as […] — (Posted February 5, 2023)

Eugene Beckley Eugene Beckley, age 82, of Lynn, Indiana, died Thursday, February 2, 2023, at home. Born March 14, 1940, in Wilmore, Kentucky, to Roy and Mamie Hammonds Beckley, Gene was raised in the Georgetown and Nicholasville, Kentucky, area where he began work in the tobacco fields at an early age. He later moved to Richmond, where […] — (Posted February 3, 2023)

James “Bud” Burge James “Bud” Burge, 89, of Winchester, IN passed away, Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at Reid Health & Hospital of Richmond, IN. He was born June 3, 1933 in Winchester, IN the son of Paul and Edith (Wagner) Burge. He was a 1951 graduate of McKinley High School. He honorably served in the US Army during […] — (Posted February 3, 2023)

Vivian D. Brummett Vivian D. Brummett, 92, of New Castle, took her journey to heaven on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 from her home. She was born on October 4, 1930 in New Castle, a daughter of the late Ray C. and Velma (Cole) Williams. Vivian married Orville Kenneth “Kenny” Brummett on August 22, 1953. She retired from New […] — (Posted February 3, 2023)

Everett Daniel Cox (Dan) Everett Daniel Cox (Dan), 86 of Richmond Indiana passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 1, 2023. He was born November 17, 1936, in Richmond Indiana to Everett B. and Clarabell (Fosnot) Cox. Dan was a Korean War Army Veteran (PFC) and a retired banker of 40+ years. Dan was an avid sports fan, basketball and baseball […] — (Posted February 3, 2023)

Dale Edward Weintraut Dale Edward Weintraut, 95, of Hagerstown passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023 at his residence. He was born on May 6, 1927 in New Castle, IN, a son of Adam B. and Weda P. (Cosby) Weintraut. Dale was 1949 graduate of New Castle High School and was a veteran of the US Merchant Marines. Dale […] — (Posted February 3, 2023)

Blanche Ellen Thompson Blanche Ellen Thompson, 85, of New Castle passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born in New Castle on September 29, 1937, a daughter of the late L. Paul and B. Edna (Choate) Carter. Blanche was a 1956 graduate of New Castle High School and California College […] — (Posted February 3, 2023)

Ford “J.R.” Hoskins Jr. Ford “J.R.” Hoskins Jr., 43, of Richmond, IN passed away at home on January 27, 2023. Ford was born on July 5, 1979, to Ford Hoskins Sr. and Pat Hansen Hoskins. Ford was a 1997 graduate of Union County High School. He then continued his education at IU where he graduated in 2002 with a […] — (Posted February 2, 2023)

Robert “Bob” Kinsey Jenkins Robert “Bob” Kinsey Jenkins passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023 after courageously living with Alzheimer’s disease for seven years. Bob was born, along with his identical twin, Bill, on March 21, 1959 in Richmond, Indiana to Joseph and Mary (Zuzolo) Jenkins. Bob was one of five siblings and leaves behind his brothers, Joseph Kinsey […] — (Posted February 2, 2023)

Patrick Scott Chapin Patrick Scott Chapin passed in peace surrounded by his family on Monday, Jan. 30, 2023 at the age of 68. Scott is survived by his beloved wife Susan; his brother Bill (Carole); his children Annie (Rick) Martin, Josh (Lori), and Erin (Greg) Sittloh; his grandchildren Logan (Tara), Jackson, Aiden, Max, and Kerigann; and great-grandchildren Weston […] — (Posted February 2, 2023)

Patricia June Foster Patricia June Foster, age 79, passed away at home on Tuesday January 24, 2023. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 10, 1943 to Robert A. and June Vera Jordan Robbins. Patricia previously worked as a bookkeeper at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada, had been an active volunteer at Child Haven School in […] — (Posted February 2, 2023)

Wayne Kent Garrett Wayne Kent Garrett, 63, of Richmond, died on January 11, 2023, at his home. He was born November 29, 1959, in Richmond to David K. Garrett and Vina Gill Wallace and lived here all his life. He worked for the Electrolux Corporation and was an Army veteran. Wayne is survived by his mother Vina and […] — (Posted February 1, 2023)

Pauline D. Millsaps Pauline D. Millsaps, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, January 23, 2023, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born January 13, 1933, in Horsham, Pennsylvania, to Clarence K. Hagerty and Florence Hillborn Williams Hagerty, Pauline was a long-time resident of this area. She was a direct descendent of Richard Kenderdine, one of the first Quaker […] — (Posted February 1, 2023)

Paul Farrow Paul Farrow, age 27, passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2023. He was born April 6, 1995, to Carolyn Mullins and the late Timothy Ford, in Richmond, Indiana. Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home on Monday, February 6, 2023, at 3:00 PM. Family and friends may visit the funeral home Monday […] — (Posted February 1, 2023)

Jacob Tyler Feaster Jacob Tyler Feaster, 29, of New Castle passed away unexpectedly, January 30, 2023. He was born, February 2, 1993 in New Castle to Gary and Tammy (Guffey) Feaster. Tammy’s precious child loved animals and was a hard worker. Jacob enjoyed playing video games with Brice. He also enjoyed football, the Steelers being his favorite team […] — (Posted February 1, 2023)

Linda Mae Brown Linda Mae Brown, 85, of Tallassee, Tennessee, formerly New Paris, Ohio, died Friday, January 27, 2023 in Niceville, Florida. Born on January 27, 1938 in Richmond, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Vernon C. & Ola Irene (Cox) Mullins. Linda worked for Cigna Insurance for thirty years. She retired as an Accounting Manager […] — (Posted February 1, 2023)