Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

William Payne Lucas, Jr. William Payne Lucas, Jr, aged 79, of Connersville, passed away on January 18, 2023 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH. William was born on August 26, 1943 in Connersville, the son of the late William Payne Lucas and Ethel Glisson. William work for McQuay-Norris in his younger years and retired from Morris Excavating after […] — (Posted January 20, 2023)

Danny K. Sutton Sr. Danny K. Sutton Sr., age 62, of New Castle, passed away peacefully Monday, January 16, 2023, at his home. He was born February 11, 1960, in Albany, Kentucky to the late William Sutton & Jewel (Marcum) Harris. Danny worked for 23 years for Farm Fans Inc and D&D Brakes in Fortville for 16 years. He […] — (Posted January 20, 2023)

Robert (Gene) Hastings Robert (Gene) Hastings, 92, of New Castle, IN passed away on January 18, 2023. He was born on September 19, 1930, in Knightstown, IN, the son of the late Maurice and Loma (Bridges) Hastings. A veteran of the Korean War, Gene proudly served his country in the Army. He was a 1948 graduate of New […] — (Posted January 20, 2023)

Jason Eric Bertram Jason Eric Bertram, 52, of Lawrence, Indiana, passed away on the afternoon of Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on September 1, 1970 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of Larry and Jeanie (Claywell) Bertram. Jason was a 1989 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He loved […] — (Posted January 20, 2023)

Lowell Dean Morris Sr. Lowell Dean Morris Sr., age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 12, 2023, at U. C. Health in Cincinnati, Ohio. Born July 27, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, to Herman and Leatha Pearl Farmer Morris, Lowell was a life-long resident of this area. He was a 1961 graduate of Centerville High School. Lowell served in […] — (Posted January 19, 2023)

Joyce D. LaVallee Joyce D. LaVallee, 68, of New Castle, passed away on the evening of Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 15, 1954, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Clifton and Lois (Helm) Groce. Joyce was a 1973 […] — (Posted January 19, 2023)

James M. Scott, Jr. Mr. James M. Scott, Jr., age 87, passed away on Tuesday morning, December 20, in the comfort of his home. Mr. Scott was born in Randolph County, Indiana on November 17, 1935 to James M., Sr. & Rev. Thelma Lois Pilcher Scott. Mr. Scott was a retired carpenter and a member of the First Baptist […] — (Posted January 19, 2023)

Steven Daniel Amburgey Steven Daniel Amburgey, age 33, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 13, 2023, at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Born April 18,1989, in Richmond, Indiana, to Roy Allen Amburgey Sr. and Lola Jean McNamara, Steven was a life-long resident of Richmond. He enjoyed fishing and music. He loved playing bass and drums. Survivors include his […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Naomi B. Holmes Naomi B. Holmes, 96, formerly of Richmond, passed away Thursday morning, January 12, in Arizona, where she had lived for the past 10 years. She was born on September 15, 1926 in Randolph County, Indiana to Lewis Webb & Mildred Blanche Harman Mullen. Her father died a month before her birth. Naomi married Ralph L. […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Robert G. Irvine Robert G. Irvine, formerly of Richmond, IN, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 17th at his home in Squaw Lake, MN at the age of 88. Robert, commonly known as IRV was born in Cincinnati, OH to Robert and Sylvia Probst Irvine November 14, 1934. His family moved to Richmond where he spent […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Harold “Lee” Platt Harold “Lee” Platt, 81, passed away on January 17, 2023. He was born September 28, 1941, in Winchester, to George R. and Johanna (Vail) Platt. Lee attended Winchester High School with the class of 1959. He was Ham Radio Operator KB9UY. Lee’s work started at Maul Brothers, Alcoa and then Eaton Gear Work, Natco, and […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

David Arlen Cushing David Arlen Cushing, 83, passed away Thursday afternoon January 12, 2023 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. A son of the late Jesse and Dorothy (Mullen) Cushing, David was born in Cambridge City, Indiana on March 25, 1939. David was raised in Cambridge City, and following his graduation from Lincoln High School in1957, he enlisted […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Bonnie Warren Bonnie Warren, 72, of Richmond, passed away January 16, 2023. She was born April 15, 1950 to Clifford and Retha Gabbard in Jackson Co., Kentucky and lived in this area most of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Southern Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by her son Michael […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Deborah (Yoder) Hendrix Deborah (Yoder) Hendrix, age 72, Williamsburg, Indiana, passed away on Monday January 16, 2023. Per Debbie’s request, there will be no calling or service. There will be a private memorial for immediate family. Her family requests that those who wish to express sympathy consider making a donation to Help the Animals (https://helptheanimalsinc.com/) or the Animal Care […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Robert McCormac Robert McCormac, 79, died on January 14, 2023, at Friends Fellowship Community, having lived an exceptionally fortunate life. Bob was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina in 1943 to his American parents, Robert and Grace McCormac. His family lived in Argentina until Bob’s early teens, when they returned to the Chicago area. After graduating from college, […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Shane Andrew Stockdale Shane Andrew Stockdale, age 53, passed away on January 4, 2023 at Reid Health. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on June 5, 1969 to David and Mary Lacy Stockdale. Shane grew up in Centerville and graduated from Centerville High School. He was married to Catherine Geier on October 22, 1994; they would have been […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Molly Rebecca (Grider) Stockton Denney Molly Rebecca (Grider) Stockton Denney, 91, of New Castle, passed away on the evening of Monday, January 16, 2023 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born on February 13, 1931 in Clinton County, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Oliver Gordon and Golcie Mae (Conner) Grider. Molly was a 1949 graduate of New Castle […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Isabella Joselyn Estrella Isabella Joselyn Estrella, age 16, passed away unexpectedly from the results of an automobile accident on January 15, 2023. She was born December 26, 2006, the daughter of Cynthia and Alexander Estrella in El Paso, Texas. Isabella, also known as Bella, was a sophomore at Richmond High School. She was an artist, and loved playing […] — (Posted January 18, 2023)

Bill Colburn Bill Colburn, passed away at his residence on January 14, 2023. He was born October 18, 1961, in Russellville, Arkansas, to Larry Colburn and Ruth Gideon. Bill lived in New Castle, Indiana. He was retired but had worked for The Laborers Union, Kessler’s Sport Shop and Sanyo. Bill was a very social person who enjoyed […] — (Posted January 17, 2023)

Bonnie Warren Bonnie Warren, 72, of Richmond, passed away January 16, 2023. She was born April 15, 1950 to Clifford and Retha Gabbard in Jackson Co., Kentucky and lived in this area most of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Southern Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by her son Michael […] — (Posted January 17, 2023)

Betty “Elizabeth” Jane Seasongood Betty “Elizabeth” Jane Seasongood, 93, of Connersville passed away Thursday evening, January 12, 2023 at Walker Place, Shelbyville. Betty was born November 20, 1929 in Aurora, Indiana to Clarence William Rumsey and Della Brown Rumsey and was one of six children. She graduated in 1947 from Manchester High School. Following her graduation from high school, […] — (Posted January 17, 2023)

Paula Parker Paula Parker, age 74, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2022 at IU Health Ball Hospital, Muncie following a brief illness. She was born in New Castle on April 5, 1948 to Clarence and Thelma Parker and grew up in the country side of Modoc. Paula graduated from Union School in 1966. After high school she […] — (Posted January 17, 2023)

Melvin W. “Tom” Tompkins Melvin W. “Tom” Tompkins, 85, of New Castle, passed away on January 15, 2023, at IU Ball Memorial. He was born on March 5, 1937 in New Castle, the son of the late Cullom and Vernice (Bittner) Tompkins. Tom graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He retired from Modernfold. […] — (Posted January 17, 2023)

Catherine E. Norris Mrs. Catherine E. Norris, 92, of Richmond, passed away on Thursday, January 12. She was born in Connersville, Indiana on July 20, 1930 to Edward H. and Louise M. Roell Herrmann. Mrs. Norris formerly worked at Wayne Dairy. She later went to work at Alcoa, from where she retired after more than 35 years of […] — (Posted January 15, 2023)

Stanley “Slimlee” Stover Stanley “Slimlee” Stover, age 50, of Richmond, died Friday, January 13, 2023, at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born on April 4, 1972, in Richmond and lived here all his life. He worked as a General Manager at Bob Evans Restaurant in Richmond. He enjoyed automobiles and was an avid gamer. As […] — (Posted January 15, 2023)

Violet Mae Smith Mrs. Violet Mae Smith, 95, of Richmond, passed away on Wednesday, January 11. She was born on January 26, 1927 in Richmond, Indiana to Ershal M. & Edythe L. Wycoff Melling. She was a 1945 graduate of Whitewater High School. Violet married Frank R. Smith on March 19, 1946. They were blessed with two children […] — (Posted January 15, 2023)

Michael Lee Smith Michael Lee Smith, 73, of New Castle passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 at his residence. He was born on July 3, 1949 in New Castle a son of the late Walter and Vera (Moses) Smith. Mike was a painter by trade and owned his own painting business, Mike’s painting. He had a passion for […] — (Posted January 15, 2023)

Jeffrey Dean “Jeff” Smith Jeffrey Dean “Jeff” Smith, 61, of Richmond, Indiana passed away Thursday January 5th 2023, with family by his side. He was born December 29, 1961, to Rev. Richard and Judy Smith in Richmond, Indiana. He was an active member of Alliance Bible Church for many years. He loved to attend BSF (Bible Study Fellowship). He was […] — (Posted January 15, 2023)

Frances M. Alford Frances M. Alford, 55, of New Castle passed away Tuesday January 10, 2023. She was born on January 9, 1968, in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. A visitation for Frances will be on Monday January 16, 2023, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service New Castle. Memorial contributions for Frances can be made to […] — (Posted January 15, 2023)

Diana Kay Sexton Diana Kay Sexton, 58, of Richmond, died Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Reid Health. Kay was born in Richmond on August 21, 1964 to Stanley and Martha Cook and was a life long resident of Wayne County. She was a graduate of Hagerstown High School. Survivors include her husband of 44 years, Brett “Butch” Sexton; […] — (Posted January 15, 2023)