Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Rodney Kenneth McGuire Rodney Kenneth McGuire, 74, of Connersville, passed away early Sunday morning, January 8, 2023 at Reid Health of Richmond. He had been in failing health for the past two years. A lifelong resident of Connersville, Rodney was born December 8, 1948, the younger of two sons of Leonard and Maxine May McGuire. He was a […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Jan Ellyn (Rawlings) Whealy Jan Ellyn (Rawlings) Whealy, 83, of Losantville, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Reid Health, Richmond, with family by her side. She was born on July 29, 1939 to James and Edna Mae (Hawk) Rawlings. Jan graduated from Union High School in 1957 and started her job at Perfect Circle in Hagerstown shortly […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Debra Sue Carr Debra Sue Carr, 69 of Richmond Indiana passed unexpectedly on January 3rd, 2023. She was born on February 9th, 1953 in Richmond Indiana to Clarence and Emma Black Carr and lived here all her life. She is survived by her son Eric Carr, granddaughters Aliya Kemp and Madelyn Carr, Brother Clarence Carr Jr and many […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Kasey Nicole Malone Kasey Nicole Malone, passed away at Reid Health on January 4th, 2023. She was born July 21, 1981, in Springfield, Ohio, to Angela Bryant and Kevin Malone. Kasey was a 2000 graduate of Hillsboro High School. She had worked at various jobs entertaining the life of adventure. Kasey treasured music, books, family and friendships. She […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Peg (Schafer) Cobine Peg (Schafer) Cobine, born on December 28, 1925, died on January 9, 2023, at age 97. As her soul was forming in this life, Peg kept a good spirit about her, as well as a quiet intelligence, that showed in her religion, her vocation, and her relations. At an early age, Peg discovered the importance […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Jean Ann Hill Jean Ann Hill, 71, a resident of New Castle, formerly of Knightstown passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 in her home. She was born September 13, 1951 in Marion County to the late Marvin and Barbara (Sheffield) Hill. Jean Ann worked for the city of New Castle as a mayor’s assistant for several years. She […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Nancy Runion Nancy Runion, 75, of Mooreland passed away Tuesday January 3, 2023 at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born on July 27, 1947 in Monticello, KY to the late Arnold and Ollie (Dabney) Dick. Nancy’s life revolved around her family. She made sure she attended all the grand kids sporting events, enjoying every moment. […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Phyllis Ann Werking Phyllis Ann Werking, 91, of Straughn passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at her residence. She was born August 8, 1931 in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Garlie E and Lula O. (Gulley) Smith. Phyllis had been employed at New Castle Clinic where she worked in the billing department. She was an […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Mark Brown Mark Brown, of Richmond, Indiana passed away at AMG Specialty Hospital in Greenfield, IN on January 9, 2023. He was born on December1, 1969 in Winchester, Indiana to Debra Claire. Mark was a painter by trade. He enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren as well as music and rebuilding scooters. Mark enjoyed spending […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Michele Lynn Stover Michele Lynn Stover passed January 3, 2023 at the age of 52. Michele was a 1988 graduate of Northeastern High School, Fountain City, Indiana. She was a member of the Damsel Drill Team and a member of Central Methodist Church, Richmond, Indiana. Michele was a lifelong student and lover of people and a very big […] — (Posted January 10, 2023)

Richard Everett Drennen Richard Everett Drennen, 91, passed away Sunday afternoon January 8, 2023, at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle, Indiana. A son of the late Leslie and Margaret E. (Dickinson) Drennen, Richard was born in Connersville, Indiana on May 3, 1931. He was raised on a farm north of Bentonville and graduated from Bentonville High School […] — (Posted January 10, 2023)

Joyce A. Moore Joyce A. Moore, passed away January 6, 2023, 5:15 AM, Reid Health. She was born September 16, 1945, in Henry County Hospital, the daughter of Farris and Elsie Hellard. Joyce was a resident of Cambridge City, Indiana, and a member of Milton Christian Church in Milton, Indiana. She worked for 21 years for Voca Home […] — (Posted January 10, 2023)

Sally L. Spaethe Sally L. Spaethe, age 88, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, January 7, 2023. Sally was born November 15, 1934, in North Manchester, Indiana. She had lived in Richmond since 1995, moving here from Canton, Ohio. While raising her family, she worked as a dental hygienist, served as a volunteer at Lutherwood in Indianapolis and Reid […] — (Posted January 10, 2023)

Candy (Dean) Keathley Candy (Dean) Keathley, age 59, formerly of New Castle, passed away peacefully Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Brookside Care Strategies in Muncie. She was born December 23, 1963, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Larry Sr. & Carolyn (Marshall) Dean. Candy graduated from Walter P. Memorial High School. She worked as a chef, waitress, […] — (Posted January 10, 2023)

Debra Sue Carr Debra Sue Carr, 69 of Richmond Indiana passed unexpectedly on January 3rd, 2023. She was born on February 9th, 1953 in Richmond Indiana to Clarence and Emma Black Carr and lived here all her life. She is survived by her son Eric Carr, granddaughters Aliya Kemp and Madelyn Carr, Brother Clarence Carr Jr and many […] — (Posted January 10, 2023)

Terry W. Bevans Terry W. Bevans, 63, of New Castle, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He was born January 25, 1959 in New Castle, a son of Jerry and Alice I. (Burris) Bevans. Terry had worked for the City of New Castle, and was presently working at the […] — (Posted January 9, 2023)

Keith Wayne Buck Keith Wayne Buck, 68, of Dunreith passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield. He was born June 7, 1954 in Olive Hill, Kentucky, a son of the late William Carson and Ruby (Lyons) Buck. He was a 1972 graduate of Tri High School and a longtime resident of Dunreith. Keith […] — (Posted January 9, 2023)

Daphne Annis Williams Daphne Annis Williams, 98, a lifetime resident of Mt. Summit passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born on May 24, 1924, in Mt. Summit, IN a daughter of the late Jesse B. and Alma (Koon) Rifner. A very devoted loving wife, mother and grandmother who served her Lord […] — (Posted January 9, 2023)

Nancy Lou Edwards Nancy Lou Edwards, age 83, lifelong resident of New Castle, Indiana passed away peacefully Friday January 6, 2023 surrounded by loving family. She was born April 8, 1939 in New Castle, Indiana, daughter of the late Bryan and Lillie (Eads) Daffron. She was married to the love of her life, Charles Edwards for 61 years. […] — (Posted January 8, 2023)

Bradley Walker Deprez Bradley Walker Deprez, born December 7, 1962, passed away peacefully in his sleep, at the age of 60, with his family surrounding him on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. He liked to be called Brad or was also known to many as “Hey Deprez”. Brad is survived by his sister Diane Deprez Harmon (Tom Harmon) and […] — (Posted January 8, 2023)

Eugene Hinton Jr. Eugene Hinton Jr., age 72, of New Castle, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 5, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 26, 1950, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Eugene Sr & Helen (Cole) Hinton. Eugene proudly served his country and was honorably discharged from the United States […] — (Posted January 8, 2023)

Gladys “Lynett” Werner Gladys “Lynett” Werner, 74, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Friday, December 30 at Reid Health. Lynett was born September 29, 1948, in Richmond to the late Clarence Fain and Tabetha Frances Gregg. She attended Richmond High School. She was employed for many years at Kemper Cabinet Factory. She also worked at Neaton Automotive and Earlham […] — (Posted January 8, 2023)

Donald E. Ramsey Donald E. Ramsey, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 6, 2023, at home. Don was born July 1, 1933, in Richmond, Indiana, to Canada and Callie Townsend Ramsey. He was a 1951 graduate of Richmond High School and attended Earlham College. Don proudly served in the United States Army in Japan during the […] — (Posted January 8, 2023)

Lloyd W. Arnold Lloyd W. Arnold passed away, Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Reid Health, Richmond, with his family by his side. Born January 1, 1940 to Clinton and Albie Arnold, Lloyd was the first baby born in Randolph County that year. A 1958 graduate of Union High School, Modoc, he worked as an operator at Anchor Glass, […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)

James “Randy” Buhl James “Randy” Buhl, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at Reid Health in Connersville. He was born on October 9, 1965 in New Castle, to James D. and Diana (Gethers) Buhl and was a lifelong resident of this area. Randy married the love of his life, Julie Ann (Pflum) Buhl on April 20, […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)

Margaret Louise “Peggy” Combs Margaret Louise “Peggy” Combs, 88, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023. She had been in failing health, but her death was unexpected. She was born March 16, 1934 in El Paso, Texas, one of two children of Edward Lester and Margaret Louise Bagge Millican. There, she grew up on a dairy farm. After […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)

Douglas Duane Newman Douglas Duane Newman, 74, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at St. Vincent Heart Center. He was born June 29, 1948 in New Castle, a son of the late Pleasant and Annabelle (Miller) Newman. Duane retired from Chrysler Corp. in New Castle in 2003 following 33 years of service. He was a […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)

Earl Wesley Polson Earl Wesley Polson, age 92, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 5, 2023, at home. Born September 23, 1930, in New Castle, Indiana, to Clyde Polson and Alice Polson Haney, Earl lived in Richmond most of his life. He was a veteran of the Army, having served in the Korean War as a Sargeant and […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)

Curtis J. Griffin Curtis J. Griffin was born to the late Rev. LaRue Griffin and Earline (Wright) Griffin on August 19, 1955. Curtis accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior and Lord at an early age at 1st Trinity Baptist Church in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Curtis graduated from Connersville High in May 1974. He was employed as a custodian during his […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)

Stacey Wickman Stacey Wickman, age 37, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2022. She was born January 6, 1985, to Debbie Donathon and Jerry Wickman. She had the biggest heart of gold a person could ever have. She loved spending time with friends and family every chance she could. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)