Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

James A. “Shorty” Harrison James A. “Shorty” Harrison, 80, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023 at Reid Hospital. He was born in London, KY on July 31, 1942 to James C. and Addie Harrison. Shorty moved to this area in 1960. He was the owner and operator of Harrison & Sons Construction for many years. Shorty […] — (Posted January 31, 2023)

Charles “Chuck” Edward Yencer Charles “Chuck” Edward Yencer, age 78, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at IU Methodist Hospital. Born November 23, 1944, in Richmond, Indiana, to Foster Raymond and Kathryn Sommers Yencer, Chuck was a life-long resident of Richmond. He attended Richmond High School and pursued a career in music, playing drums with his band […] — (Posted January 31, 2023)

Ina Opal (Loveless) Raines Ina Opal (Loveless) Raines, 97, a resident at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center, passed away peacefully Monday, January 30, 2023. She was born on August 16, 1925 in Waynesboro, Kentucky, the daughter of Edward and Stella (Heath) Lovelace. Ina loved the Lord, was a prayer warrior and made sure the first check she wrote each month was […] — (Posted January 31, 2023)

Chester Keith Sanders Chester Keith Sanders, 95, of Hagerstown, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, Saturday, January 28, 2023. He was born in Carthage, IN on July 21, 1927 to Leamon and Erma (Jackson) Sanders. He grew up in New Castle and lived most of his life in the Hagerstown area. Chester was a 1946 graduate of […] — (Posted January 29, 2023)

Myles Paul Crowe Myles Paul Crowe, 3-month-old son of Dayna Newman & Caleb Crowe, entered into eternal life on Friday, January 27. Born on October 3, 2022 in New Castle, Indiana, Myles was a happy baby boy who would light up at any interaction, especially when he heard the sound of his Mom & Dad’s voice. He loved […] — (Posted January 29, 2023)

A. Theodore Halsted, Jr. A. Theodore Halsted, Jr., age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community. Ted was born May 28, 1927, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The son of a Methodist pastor, he grew up in several towns in western Michigan. He graduated from Cadillac High School and DePauw University, then served as a […] — (Posted January 29, 2023)

James A. Roth James A. Roth, 45, of Lynn, Indiana passed away on January 21, 2023 at St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. He was born on December 9, 1977 in Wheeling, West Virgina to David Martin Roth and Betty Ann Beam Roth. James earned a degree from Belmont College, he enjoyed golf and fishing. He is survived by his […] — (Posted January 29, 2023)

Clarice Mae Elder Warrick Clarice Mae Elder Warrick, age 88, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, January 23, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born June 17, 1935, in Celina, Ohio, to Clarence B. and Mabel Mae Stump Elder, Clarice has been a permanent resident of Richmond since 1976. Clarice graduated from Portland High School, Portland, IN in 1953 and from […] — (Posted January 29, 2023)

Fred Nelson Criswell Fred Nelson Criswell, born, May 12, 1936, died peacefully at home on January 27,2023 with his wife, Shirley (Plunkett) of 69 years and his children by his side. Fred was born in Monticello, Ky the son of Alvin Jason Criswell and Amanda Simpson Criswell. The family with 14 children moved to the New Castle area […] — (Posted January 29, 2023)

Lucette A. Smith Lucette A. Smith, age 82, passed away at LaFollette, Tennessee, on January 27, 2023. She was born the daughter of Henri and Annette Martin in Orleans, France. Lucette was a housewife and had lived in Indiana the last 60 years. Her hobbies were gardening; she loved to have beautiful flowers all around her house. She […] — (Posted January 29, 2023)

Gerald (Jerry) Bishop Mattheis Gerald (Jerry) Bishop Mattheis of Cambridge City, died of cancer January 15, 2023 at age 90. He was under the care of his family and hospice in Greenville, Ohio. He was born in Connersville, Indiana on October 24, 1932, to John and Loucille (Bishop) Mattheis and graduated from Lincoln High School in Cambridge City in […] — (Posted January 29, 2023)

Tonya Yvonne Walker Tonya Yvonne Walker became an aunt at eleven years old to twins, Tennielle Marie Walker-Crabtree and Brandon Duane Walker; they are the first children to our family, she has watched them grow up. Tonya attended I.U. East University and received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Tonya worked at the Richmond Treatment Center as a counselor […] — (Posted January 27, 2023)

David Eugene Young David Eugene Young, 72, of Connersville passed away Thursday evening, January 26, 2023 at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, Ohio. One of four children of Donald E. and Betty J. Dean Young, Dave was born in Connersville on August 9, 1950 and graduated from Connersville High School. Dave served his country in the United States Army […] — (Posted January 27, 2023)

Nava Jo Sizemore Nava Jo Sizemore, 97, of Connersville, passed away early Friday morning, January 27, 2023 at Hickory Creek Healthcare. She was born January 10, 1926 in Offutt, Kentucky to Lloyd and Louberta Dawson Daniels. On August 21, 1943 she married Edward Sizemore. Mr. Sizemore passed away February 2, 2000. Nava Jo was a loving homemaker and […] — (Posted January 27, 2023)

A. Theodore Halsted, Jr. A. Theodore Halsted, Jr., age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community. Ted was born May 28, 1927, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The son of a Methodist pastor, he grew up in several towns in western Michigan. He graduated from Cadillac High School and DePauw University, then served as a […] — (Posted January 27, 2023)

Cristina Alana Laymon Cristina Alana Laymon, age 44, of Richmond, Indiana, went to be with the angels on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Reid Health. Born July 17, 1978, in Richmond, Indiana, to Mark and Linda Cole Laymon, Cristina was a life-long resident of this area. She was a graduate of Richmond High School and formerly worked at […] — (Posted January 27, 2023)

Patsy Gulley Patsy Gulley, age 64, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Henry Community Health. She was born April 7, 1958, in Muncie, Indiana to the late Glenn Gulley & Betty Jean (Terry) Gregory. Patsy was a 1978 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School. Patsy worked for INTAT Precision in Rushville […] — (Posted January 27, 2023)

Rosalind “Rosie” M. Brown Rosalind “Rosie” M. Brown, 92, of Tipton and formerly of Mooreland passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at The Waters of Tipton. She was born May 22, 1930 in Kennard to the late Earnest and Grace (Personett) McKinsey. Rosie was a graduate of New Castle High School and Indiana University where she earned her nursing […] — (Posted January 27, 2023)

Seth Waters Seth Waters, 32, of New Castle, IN passed away on January 23, 2023. He was born in Edgewood, Kentucky on February 21st, 1990, to Gary and Donna Waters. He was raised in New Castle, IN along with his 4 brothers, Gary, Aaron, John and Nathan. Seth had a son that he loved very much, Khalon. […] — (Posted January 26, 2023)

Forrest C. Tevis, Sr. Forrest C. Tevis, Sr. passed away at his residence around 4:00 AM on January 20th, 2023. He was born November 27th, 1941, the son of Forrest C. Tevis and Fannie Smith/Robinson, in Richmond, Indiana. Forrest was a resident of Richmond, Indiana, and a member of the Church of Christ. He attended Richmond Community Schools and […] — (Posted January 26, 2023)

Suzanne Sanders Suzanne Sanders, 74,Union City, died Jan. 24, 2023. She was born September 19, 1948. We are in search of her brother, Cecil Carlin, last known address Richmond, IN. Please call 765-983-2040. Community Family Funeral Home, Richmond. — (Posted January 26, 2023)

Bob Slagal Bob Slagal, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, January 23, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born June 9, 1932, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Hayden E. and Lydia M. Paul Slagal, Bob was a resident of this community for 60 years. He received his B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1956 for Electrical Engineering. […] — (Posted January 26, 2023)

Suzanne Sanders Suzanne Sanders, age 74, passed away at Brickyard Healthcare on January 24, 2023. She was born September 19, 1948. We are in search of her brother, Cecil Carlin, last known address Richmond, IN. Please call 765-983-2040. — (Posted January 25, 2023)

Timothy K Thomas Sr. Timothy K Thomas Sr., 77, Winchester, IN. Tim died January 21, 2023, at Reid Hospital, after battling the side effects of Covid. Tim was born to the late Bonnie & Clyde Thomas of Carlos, IN. He was a Graduate of Lynn High School and was drafted into the US. Army in 1971, where he received […] — (Posted January 25, 2023)

Barbara Oliver Stafford Barbara Oliver Stafford, 98, passed away January 22, 2023. She was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts to the late Garrison Leroy and Ethel Frances Saxon Oliver on August 30, 1924, the eighth child in a family of thirteen children. Barbara graduated from New Bedford High School in 1942, then went on to Lincoln School for […] — (Posted January 25, 2023)

Barbara Ann Holmes Barbara Ann Holmes, 89, of Greenville, Ohio and formerly of New Paris, Ohio, died Saturday, January 21, 2023, at The Brethren’s Home in Greenville. She was born on December 20, 1933, in Hamilton, Ohio, daughter of the late Teddy & Wrella (Sunderman) Huff. Barbara was a 1951 graduate of Hamilton High School and worked for […] — (Posted January 24, 2023)

Albert B. Albrecht Albert B. Albrecht, age 97, of New Castle, Pennsylvania, and formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 20, 2023, at UPMC Jameson. Born March 18, 1925, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Alfred and Sophie Bernnard Albrecht, he was a long-time resident of this area. Al earned a BA degree in math from Ohio Wesleyan University and […] — (Posted January 24, 2023)

Cleo E.”Pat” Harding Cleo E.”Pat” Harding, 97, of New Castle, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at her home. She was born August 19, 1925 in Toledo, Ohio to the late Donald and Mildred Lantz. She retired from New Castle State Hospital after several years of service. Pat was a member of the First […] — (Posted January 24, 2023)

Sally Lee Bartindale Sally Lee Bartindale died peacefully at her home on January 19, 2023. Sally was born in Angola, IN September 2, 1936, the daughter of Virgil and Martha McClish. Sally worked at the Wayne County Court house for 45 years as bailiff and retired in 2019. She was honored with a Day of Appreciation, August 9, […] — (Posted January 23, 2023)

Sue Ann (Query) Wissler Sue Ann (Query) Wissler went to her final reward Sunday, January 22, 2023. Sue was the middle child of Harland and Ruth (Paul) Query born October 27th, 1942. She was a graduate of New Lisbon High School and Indiana University. She retired from American United Life and spent many years as a Certified Tax Professional […] — (Posted January 23, 2023)