Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

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)

Alissa Eileen Ponder Alissa Eileen Ponder passed away at her home on January 9th, 2023. She was born on September 13th, 1978 in Winchester, IN to her parents, Roland and Deborah Buckley. Alissa graduated with honors from Richmond High School and went on to have her two sons, Malaki and Zach, whom she absolutely adored. She loved to […] — (Posted January 13, 2023)

Della Marion Sponsel Della Marion Sponsel, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, was called home Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Reid Health surrounded by family. Born October 13, 1939, in Woodbridge, Pennsylvania, to William Charles and Mildred O’Neil Provance, Della had lived in Richmond since 1959. She worked as a secretary at Trinity Lutheran Church for 40 years. Della […] — (Posted January 13, 2023)

Martha Diane Hayes Martha Diane Hayes, age 78, passed away peacefully in her home on January 10, 2023. She was born in 1944 in Auburn, Indiana to Richard and Mary Louise Scott. Martha went on to attend Purdue University and marry her high school sweetheart, Michael Hayes. The two were married until the time of his death, 49 […] — (Posted January 13, 2023)

Douglas Collier Hunt Douglas Collier Hunt, 71, of Connersville, passed away on December 21, 2022, at Reid Memorial in Richmond, IN. He was born on June 13, 1951 in New Castle, IN, the son of Wilbur and Ann Collier Hunt. Doug was a 1969 graduate of Lincoln High School. He married Vicki Powell on October 18, 1969 and […] — (Posted January 13, 2023)

David Stanley Reid David Stanley Reid, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at The Springs. Born August 4, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to Myron and Beatrice Boldrey Reid, David was a life-long resident of Richmond. He worked as a cabinetmaker at MasterBrand Cabinets. David enjoyed woodworking, attending car shows, working jigsaw puzzles, and watching […] — (Posted January 12, 2023)

Rhonda (Slagle) Didley Rhonda (Slagle) Didley, age 62, of New Castle, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at her home. She was born April 21, 1960, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Caleb & Edith (Morgan) Slagle. Rhonda graduated from Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School in 1978. She was a HUGE Indianapolis Colts fan. She […] — (Posted January 12, 2023)

Palmer Lorne McHenry Palmer Lorne McHenry, age 11 days, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Connersville. — (Posted January 12, 2023)

Loretta J. Gula It is with great sadness that we announce that Loretta J. Gula of Richmond, IN passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2023, at her home. The daughter of the late Mary Gula Pietrzak and the late Walter Gula, she was born May 15, 1946, in Bronx, New York. After receiving her bachelor’s degree from St. […] — (Posted January 12, 2023)

Robert Arthur Kraay Robert Arthur Kraay, 83, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday morning, January 11, 2023 at Reid Health, Richmond. He was born December 14, 1939 in Monticello, Indiana to Robert Edward and Alice M. Hicks Kraay and was a 1958 graduate of Monticello High School. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Army and served […] — (Posted January 12, 2023)

Rita Joan Buckler Rita Joan Buckler, 71, formerly of Connersville, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at The Gathering Together, a hospice facility, in Plainfield, Indiana. She was born January 14, 1951 in Batesville, Indiana to Jerome A. and Helen M. Schrank Buckler and was a 1969 graduate of Connersville High School. For 35 years, Rita worked as […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

Martha Jan Morrow Martha Jan Morrow, 72, of Connersville passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at Reid Health, Richmond. A daughter of Paul and Evelyn Evejean Jenkins Trusty, Martha was born in Petersburg, Indiana on June 22, 1950 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1968. For many years, she was employed at Visteon in […] — (Posted January 11, 2023)

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)