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.

Charles Shinnock Charles Shinnock, 67, a resident of New Castle passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at The Waters of New Castle. He was born March 25, 1955. Services will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Ascending Angels, Indianapolis. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle, IN — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Glenna F. Brenneman Glenna F. Brenneman, 97, of Muncie and formerly of New Castle passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at Westminster in Muncie. She was born May 17, 1925 in Middletown, Ohio, daughter of the late Vinton and Cora Mable (Newlin) Pring. Glenna was a 1944 graduate of Kennard High School. She served as Henry County Auditor […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

James Alan Robbins James Alan Robbins, 76, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2022. He was born on July 12, 1946 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Wayne Howard and Dorothy Ruth (Kirklan) Robbins. As a child, he had survived polio, with the help of his loving mother. As a result, he was able to live […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Robert Allen Simmons, Jr. Robert Allen Simmons, Jr., 87, of New Castle passed away September 28, 2022 at The Waters of New Castle. He was born April 24, 1935 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Robert A. and Lena (Pfenninger) Simmons, Sr. Robert (Bob) was a 1953 graduate of New Castle High School. He was a […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Gloria Ellen Guettner Gloria Ellen Guettner, age 75, of Powell, Tennessee went home to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at her home. She was born January 13, 1947 to Earl Sterling Donica and Mary Jeanette Farmer Donica in New Castle, Indiana. She attended a beauty school in Vincennes, Indiana after high school and became […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Patricia Anne Guy Patricia Anne Guy, 80, of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 22, 2022. She was born on March 3, 1942, in Albany, KY, a daughter of the late Robert and Pauline (Wise) Witham. Patricia graduated from Mooreland High School in 1961. She enjoyed reading her Bible and previously attended […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Charles K. McGinnis Charles K. McGinnis, 90, of New Castle, passed away early on the morning of Sunday, October 23, 2022, at Addison Place in New Castle. He was born on January 28, 1932, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Fred and Ercelle H. McGinnis. Following High School Charles joined the US Army and served in […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Donald “Skeeter” Keith Warner Donald “Skeeter” Keith Warner, 87, a lifelong resident of Connersville, went to be with the Lord on October 25, 2022 at Hickory Creek nursing home where he had been a resident. He was born on October 21, 1935 in Connersville to Henry and Zetta Mae LaMar Warner, and he was a 1953 graduate of Connersville […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Deborah “Debbie” Diane Bunch Deborah “Debbie” Diane Bunch, 65, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Friday evening, October 21, 2022 unexpectedly at I.U. Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis. She was born May 22, 1957 in Connersville, one of six children of Jay Alvin and Ruby Gladys Venable Moffitt. For over 21 years, she was employed at Visteon until […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Patricia “Pat” Denise Cranmore Patricia “Pat” Denise Cranmore, 70, of Kokomo, Indiana, formerly of Connersville, passed away Saturday afternoon, October 22, 2022 at Community Howard Hospital in Kokomo. She was born November 11, 1951 in Connersville, the youngest of two children of Paul Francis and Bertie Lou Wright Potts. Pat was raised in the Laurel area and was a 1969 […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Eugene Cox Eugene Cox was born March 23, 1934, in Jackson Co. Ky and departed this life on October 26, 1922, at home surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Perry and Ethel (Gabbard) Cox. Eugene is survived by his loving wife Diana, daughter Patricia Gardner of Richmond IN, sons Jerry (Jay) Cox […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Donald Louis “Donnie” Stevens Donald Louis “Donnie” Stevens age 72 of Richmond died Monday, October 24, 2022, at his home. He was born September 26, 1950, in Richmond to Higgins and Elizabeth Cummins Stevens He retired after working as a diesel mechanic and window glazer. He was an Army veteran. Survivors include his son Donald C. “Pope” (Tammy) Stevens […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

A. Lorene Himebaugh A. Lorene Himebaugh age 99 of Richmond died Friday, October 21, 2022, at Forest Park Health Care. She was born on November 16, 1922, in Randolph County to Claud and Myrtle Shook Mills and lived here most of her life. She was a homemaker and retired in 1982 working as a bookkeeper for Sears. Lorene […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Mary Jo Tubesing Mary Jo Tubesing, age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, October 24, 2022, at Friends Fellowship. Born March 7, 1947, in Richmond, Indiana, to Richard and Joanna Hill Mikesell, Mary Jo was a life-long resident of Richmond. She was a graduate of Richmond High School and attended the University of Arizona. Mary Jo and her […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Marie A. Venditto Hopper Marie A. Venditto Hopper, 81, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on Friday, October 21, 2022, after suffering from Multiple Sclerosis and Lymphoma. Marie was born on December 21, 1940, to Nicholas and Angela Venditto of Allentown, Pennsylvania. After Marie graduated as salutatorian from Allentown Central Catholic High School in 1958, she went on to […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Larry Alden Gulley Larry Alden Gulley, age 88, of Liberty, died on Monday, October 24, 2022, at Reid Health in Richmond. Larry was born on September 9, 1934, in Metamora to Rev. Erlie F. and Lillian Fields Gulley. On September 9, 1955, he married the former Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Woodruff. Larry was well loved by all. He is […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Harold L. Bowlby Harold L. Bowlby, 82, of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 25. Harold was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 25, 1940 to Samuel W. & Helen L. Shepherd Bowlby, both of whom preceded him in death. He was a 1958 graduate of North Webster High School and a 1972 […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Maurice Verne Beavers Maurice Verne Beavers, 90, of Hagerstown, died Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Glen Oaks Health Campus, where he had recently resided. He was born in Bedford, IN on October 27, 1931 to Arlie and Ruth (Fish) Beavers and had resided in the Hagerstown area since 1977. He was a graduate of Bedford High School and […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Kenneth M. Wert Kenneth M. Wert, age 56, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2022, at Reid Health. Born September 12, 1966, in Wayne County, Indiana to Carl and Shirley Hughes Wert, Kenneth was a life-long resident of this area. He enjoyed puzzles and playing cards. Kenneth also loved playing guitar and singing. Survivors include his […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Suzanne Belbin Suzanne Belbin, age 64, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at home surrounded by family. Born July 11, 1958, in Coventry, England, to Ken and Iris Hatfield Brown, Suzanne moved to this area in 1969. She was devoted to her children and loved spending time with family. Suzanne was a great cook, and […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

William “Bill” Lasher William “Bill” Lasher, 93, of Greens Fork passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on October 26, 2022. Bill was born March 12,1929 in High Point, North Carolina to Mary S. Ayers and Irwin Lasher. Bill spent most of his life in North Carolina and Indiana. Bill was a US Navy Sea […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Frances Ann Sams Frances Ann Sams, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at Reid Hospice. Born March 3, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert and Marie Clark, Frances was a life-long resident of Richmond. She enjoyed reading, sewing, attending garage sales, and loved to cook. Frances also loved spending time with her family and […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Wilma Jean O’Conner Wilma Jean O’Conner, age 70, passed away at Arbor Trace Nursing Home on October 23, 2022. She was born March 12, 1952, the daughter of Russell and Elsie Oler, in Richmond, Indiana. Wilma was a wonderful, kind and caring woman. She loved and supported her family in anything they did and never hesitated to help […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Eric Steven Neal Eric Steven Neal, age 45, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2022, in New Castle. He was born April 23, 1977, in Muncie, Indiana, a son of Mark Neal and Terrie (Lay) Nicholson. Eric attended New Castle Chrysler High School where he played football in Jr. High. He loved taking care of his family and enjoyed […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Carl Tom Willoughby Carl Tom Willoughby, age 43, a New Castle resident, passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at IU Ball Hospital in Muncie. He was born February 13, 1979, in New Castle, a son of the late Danny and Tonia “Susie” (Ford) Willoughby. Carl attended New Castle Chrysler High School. He managed the Holiday Inn Express in […] — (Posted October 27, 2022)

Wayne Crawford Wayne Crawford, age 74, passed away at Reid Health on October 21, 2022. He was born April 27, 1948, the son of James and Laura Crawford, in Hamilton, Ohio. Wayne served in the United States Army from 1967-1969. He was retired from York Stamping in Richmond, Indiana. Wayne enjoyed scratching off lottery tickets and spending […] — (Posted October 23, 2022)

Mike Buckland Mike Buckland, 75, passed away Thursday October 20, 2022. Mike was born in Richmond, Indiana on October 14, 1947. A lifelong farmer, Mike grew up on a dairy farm north of Cambridge City, working with his father until he took over the farm operations. Mike graduated from Lincoln High School in 1968 and was drafted […] — (Posted October 23, 2022)

Gilbert M. “Gil” Turner Gilbert M. “Gil” Turner, age 88, passed away on Sunday October 16, 2022 at Reid Health. He was born in McMinnville, TN on June 28, 1934 to Arthur and Ethel Stembridge Turner. Gil grew up in Delaware County, attended and graduated from Royerton High School in 1954 and served in the United States Army. He […] — (Posted October 23, 2022)

Elizabeth Anne (Pappano) Maddox Elizabeth Anne (Pappano) Maddox, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, died October 19, 2022. Born January 26, 1940, in Richmond, Indiana, to Joseph and Carmela Gervasio Pappano, Elizabeth was a lifelong resident of Richmond. Being a first-generation American born of Italian immigrant parents, she was extremely proud of her Italian heritage. She also felt privileged to […] — (Posted October 23, 2022)

Harley F. Farrar Harley F. Farrar, age 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 8, 2022 at Reid Hospital. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri on October 3, 1938 to Jesse and Helen Stout Farrar. Harley served in the US Navy for over 14 years, stationed overseas in the Philippines where he met Mercedes Sagum. They were […] — (Posted October 23, 2022)