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.
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)
Danny Ray Witt Danny Ray Witt, 71, left us on January 1, 2023, with his family by his side. Danny was born December 11, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, to Farris and Elsie Witt. Danny served in the U.S. Marines and was very proud to do so.  He graduated from Ivy Tech College with degrees in carpentry, electrical and […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)
Amber Blue Asbury Amber Blue Asbury, age 38, passed away on January 1, 2023, at her residence.  Amber was born on August 25, 1984, in Connersville, the daughter of the late Walter Asbury and Linda Cheek Wright. Amber had worked at Speedway and Shell.  She loved talking to everyone and did not know a stranger.  She enjoyed scrapbooking […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)
Martha James Gerstle Martha James Gerstle, age 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Born May 5, 1928, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Avery and Mary Agnes Sorrell, Martha moved to Richmond many years ago. Survivors include her sons, Clarence Andrew “Drew” Gerstle, Mark Gerstle, Doug Gerstle; daughter, Nancy Robbins; eight grandchildren; and 10 […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)
Donald D. Tice Donald D. Tice, age 88, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, December 25, 2022, at Brickyard-Golden Rule. Born December 9, 1934, in Middleboro, Indiana, to Ralph M. and Ruth Cassel Tice, Donald lived in this area for many years. He was a produce manager for Marsh Grocery, Hant Cutters, and Wal-Mart. Donald enjoyed traveling with his […] — (Posted January 6, 2023)
Robert Donald Halcomb Robert Donald Halcomb, 91, of Hagerstown, died at his home on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. He was born in Franklin County, IN on August 18, 1931 to Emerson and Nellie (Manious) Halcomb and had resided in the Hagerstown area since 1964. Bob was a life long farmer who had a passion for raising and training […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Marc Allen Samples Marc Allen Samples, 31, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday December 28, 2022. He was born February 3, 1991, in Richmond to Christy Chance and Robert Samples. He was a life-long resident of Richmond. Marc had worked odd jobs mostly in construction and home improvement. He was very proud of his recent achievement of […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Michelle Brashears Michelle Brashears, age 51, passed away at Reid Health on January 3, 2023.  She was born October 15, 1971, to Larry Brashears and Sharon Pennington, in Connersville, Indiana. She was a resident of Wayne County.  She was a very private person who loved music and writing.  She loved her family especially her grandbabies. She is […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Gretchen A. Walter Gretchen A. Walter, age 58, passed away on Wednesday December 28, 2022 at Reid Health. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 7, 1964 to Palmer E. and Betty Bowmer Walter. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter Cortney Walter of Richmond, Indiana; siblings Terry Walter of Centerville, Indiana, Tanya Staud of Denison, […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Michael Robert Lincheski Michael Robert Lincheski, 69, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2023 at his home. He was born February 1, 1953 in Coal City, Illinois, one of three children of Robert and Virginia Novy Lincheski. On February 14, 1999, he married Patricia Ann Thompson in Everton, Indiana. Mrs. Lincheski survives. Michael was employed for 21 […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Charlotte Lynn Craig Charlotte Lynn Craig, 64, of Connersville, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022 at Reid Health, Richmond. She was born August 2, 1958 in Indianapolis, Indiana, and she was a 1977 graduate of Connersville High School. For 25 years, Lynn worked for Visteon in Connersville. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, and always […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Judith Ann Robbins Judith Ann Robbins, 92, of New Castle passed away Tuesday evening, January 3, 2023 at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. She was born November 15, 1930 in Henry County, Indiana, a daughter of the late Dwight and Ada Shepherd. Judy was a 1948 graduate of New Castle High School, where she was a […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Wilma (Allen) Reneau Wilma (Allen) Reneau, age 87, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 3, 1935, in Albany, Kentucky to the late Duff & Zelma (Snedigar) Allen. Wilma married the love of her life Raymond Reneau and enjoyed several years of marriage until […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Robert Keith Leonard Robert Keith Leonard, 88, of Richmond, passed away December 29, 2022 at Arbor Trace after a long illness. He was born July 23, 1934 in Liberty to Raymond and Jenny Lafuze Leonard and lived in this area all of his life. He was a member of the Middleboro Methodist Church. He worked for Belden; where […] — (Posted January 5, 2023)
Charles Matthew “Matt” Allen Charles Matthew “Matt” Allen, 38, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2023 at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by his loving family after fighting a courageous battle with colon cancer. He was born September 5, 1984 in Connersville, one of three sons of Charles Patrick “Pat” and Jerena D. Howard Allen. He was a 2003 […] — (Posted January 3, 2023)
Carol Lynne Andry Egan Carol Lynne Andry Egan passed through the gates of heaven on December 29, 2022, at the age of 69 after a brief illness. She was born on March 21, 1953, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Joseph Nehman and Martha Ann Andry. Carol grew up in San Antonio, Texas, and moved to Indiana in the mid-1980’s; […] — (Posted January 3, 2023)
Faye E. Morris Faye E. Morris, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, January 1, 2023, at Reid Health. Born February 3, 1933, in Richmond, Indiana, to Glen W. and Edna M. Settles Hardwick, Faye was a life-long resident of Richmond. She was a lifetime member of VFW 1108 Auxiliary and the Marine Corps League, and a member […] — (Posted January 3, 2023)
Keith Aaron Dilworth Keith Aaron Dilworth, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, December 30, 2022, at Reid Health after a courageous battle, surrounded by his wife and sons. Born October 19, 1943, in Fort Recovery, Ohio, Keith lived in Richmond most of his adult life. He graduated from Ball State and then earned a J.D. from Indiana […] — (Posted January 3, 2023)
Stephen Taylor May Stephen Taylor May, 80, died unexpectedly Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at his home in Key Largo, FL. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie and Virgie (Key) May and his daughter Tandi (May) Brownell. He leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Pennie (Perry) May; his daughter, Tauni (May) McCullough (Joe); his grandchildren, […] — (Posted January 2, 2023)
William Wayne DeHart William Wayne DeHart, 76, of New Castle passed away on the afternoon of Sunday, January 1, 2023 at Henry Community Health. He was born on July 18, 1946 in New Castle, IN, a son of the late Troy and Margaret (Thompson) DeHart. Wayne graduated from New Castle High School and later served in the United […] — (Posted January 2, 2023)
Donald Lee Yagle Donald Lee Yagle, 69, of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, December 25, 2022 at his residence. On March 3, 1953, he was born in Connersville, the younger of two children of Ernest and Ethel Rose Yagle. On May 26, 1972, he married Jamie Leigh Browning, and together they had three children. […] — (Posted January 2, 2023)