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.

Donald Eugene Moore Donald Eugene Moore, 83, of Knightstown passed away Monday, November 14, 2022 at his residence. He was born March 13, 1939 in Milton the son of Albert and Dorothy (Stevens) Moore. Donald was a 1958 graduate of Knightstown High School and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of the Knightstown […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

Charles Noel Black, Jr. Charles Noel Black, Jr., 59, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at his residence, following a brief illness. He was born March 16, 1963 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of Charles and Frances Ann (Cahue) Black. He was a 1981 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He was a 25 […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

Shirley Jean Bilbrey-Marlow Shirley Jean Bilbrey-Marlow, 37, of New Castle passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022 at her residence as a result of a house fire. She was born June 19, 1985 in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of James and Rebecca (West) Bilbrey. Shirley enjoyed arts & crafts, painting, working in the yard and feeding the birds. […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

Carl Seckman Carl Seckman, 69, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at his home. He was born October 11, 1953 to Carl Columbus Seckman, Sr. and Eunice Venable Day. Carl lived in the Deerfield/Ravenna, Ohio area until moving to Connersville in 1986. On October 24, 1987, he married Debra Sigler […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

James Harold Francis Holbrook James Harold Francis Holbrook, 41, formerly of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly from a sudden cardiac event Monday, November 14, 2022. Jimmy was born January 6, 1981 in Connersville, the son of James Harold and Maryann “Peach” O’Donnell Holbrook. He had attended St. Gabriel School and graduated with the Connersville High School class of 1999. Following […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

Nancy Ann Rupe Harrison Nancy Ann Rupe Harrison, age 86, of Centerville, Indiana, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 29, 2022, in Richardson, Texas. Born November 26, 1935, in Fountain City, Indiana, in the Levi Coffin House, Nancy was the youngest of three children to Dow E. and Garnet Belts Rupe, she was a life-long resident of this area. Nancy […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

Obadiah “Obie” John Rodgers Obadiah “Obie” John Rodgers, age 45, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, November 14, 2022, at his home. Born September 2, 1977, in Richmond, Indiana, to William John and Patricia Ann Delong Rodgers, Obie was a life-long resident of this area. He was a farmer. Obie was also an RN, receiving his bachelor’s degree at Indiana […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

David N. Christopher David N. Christopher, age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, November 14, 2022, at Harbour Manor in Noblesville, Indiana. Born October 13, 1936, on his parent’s farm in Camden, Ohio, to Raymond and Rosella Dane Christopher, David was a life-long resident of this area. He worked rebuilding transmissions in this area for many years and […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

Peggy (Allee) Frost Peggy (Allee) Frost, 88, of Greenwood, and former long-term resident of New Castle, died from chronic heart issues on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Community South Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on February 17, 1934 in Zenas, Jennings County, Indiana, Peggy was one of five children of the late Ford and Goldie (Strickland) Allee. […] — (Posted November 17, 2022)

Betty June Spalding Jackson Betty June Spalding Jackson, age 83, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 11, 2022. Born June 13, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana, to Carl and Gladys Spalding, Betty lived in Richmond for many years before moving to Muncie and later to Ft. Wayne. Survivors include her daughter, Jana (Ray) Melendez; two grandsons. […] — (Posted November 15, 2022)

Lillian Frances (Pomeroy) Bridenhager Lillian Frances (Pomeroy) Bridenhager, 92, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022. She was born on May 2, 1930, to Bessie and Deloyd Pomeroy in Cincinnati, Ohio. S he was the youngest of four, having older brothers. She graduated from Loveland High School as Valedictorian. She graduated from Franklin College in 1953 with a degree […] — (Posted November 15, 2022)

Donald Ray Wallen Donald Ray Wallen, 71, passed away peacefully at Brickyard Healthcare- Golden Rule in Richmond, Indiana, on Friday, November 11th, 2022. Donald was born on January 26th, 1951, to the late Frank Sanford and Ethel (Jones) Wallen. He was raised in Dublin and was a 1969 graduate of Straughn High School, he graduated from Ball State […] — (Posted November 15, 2022)

Reverend David William Caudle Reverend David William Caudle, 66, Gardner, Kansas, passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Olathe Medical Center, Olathe, Kansas. Arrangements: Bruce Funeral Home, Gardner, KS (913) 856-7111. Condolences may be left at www.brucefuneralhome.com David was born in Richmond, Indiana on October 10, 1956, to Earl William and Katherine Ann (Dunn) Caudle. He grew up in Richmond. After […] — (Posted November 15, 2022)

Ellas Warren Ellas Warren, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Tuesday November 8th, 2022. He was born on December 22nd, 1937, in Owsley County, Kentucky. Ellas began his career as a Butcher for Anderson Meat Provisions in Clearwater, Florida. After moving North to Indiana, he worked for Wallace Metal, transferring to […] — (Posted November 15, 2022)

Douglas Lee Wilke Gentle, kind, and honest natured, Doug went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 10th after falling, resulting in a brain bleed. He was loved by all who met him. Doug had a great sense of humor and loved to make people laugh. His passion besides his family was surfing, fishing, […] — (Posted November 15, 2022)

Julie Ann Steele Julie Ann Steele, 62, of Laurel, passed away Friday, November 11, 2022 at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. She was born September 16, 1960 in Hamilton, Ohio, the daughter of William and Myrtle Hoskins Wagers. A cook, Julie worked at Pavey’s Grocery in Metamora for a number of years. In her leisure, she enjoyed […] — (Posted November 15, 2022)

Julia Ann (Sharp) Belt Julia Ann (Sharp) Belt, aged 74, of Hagerstown, Indiana and formerly of Mercer, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home with family on November 11, 2022. Julia was born on September 19, 1948, to Robert and Dorothy (Ravencraft) Sharp in Wayne County, Indiana. A graduate of Hagerstown High School, Class of 1966, she attended Miami Jacobs […] — (Posted November 14, 2022)

Ruby Mae Landis Ruby Mae Landis, 93, of Richmond, Indiana died Friday, October 28, 2022 with her daughter and son-in-law by her side. Daughter of Fred and Mabel Pitman Phelps, Ruby was born on April 24, 1929 in Waynesburg, Kentucky. She attended Waynesburg High School graduating with the class of 1947. Following graduation, Ruby married Walter O. Landis […] — (Posted November 14, 2022)

Betty Carol Ghearing Betty Carol Ghearing, 75, born to Beulah and Raymond Cruse of Richmond, Indiana, passed away November 9, 2022, in North Carolina where she had resided since 2019 with her grandson, daughter, and family. She became a retiree from Reid hospital in 2010, where she was a dedicated employee for 35 years. She was loved by […] — (Posted November 14, 2022)

Zachary LeGrand Retter It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that our Zachary LeGrand Retter, 51, has passed away of natural causes. He died peacefully in his home on November 10, 2022 Best said by his older brother Scot, “Not enough words can describe what he meant to everyone. A great and caring son, brother, cousin, […] — (Posted November 14, 2022)

Bonnie Jean Shipley Bonnie Jean Shipley, 80, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Thursday, November 10, 2022 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born on January 1, 1942, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Norris and Jean (Sharp) Jones. Bonnie was a long-time […] — (Posted November 13, 2022)

Mary Lou Biggerstaff Mary Lou Biggerstaff, 91 years old, passed away on November 8th, 2022 at her home in Richmond, Indiana. Mary was born in Middlesboro, Kentucky on August 12, 1931. She grew up in Middlesboro where her father ran the bike shop in town. She and her siblings enjoyed small-town life. She bravely joined the newly created […] — (Posted November 13, 2022)

Paula Sue Sweet It is with great sadness that the family of Paula Sue Sweet, 72, announces their final good-byes. Paula passed away Nov. 10, 2022, surrounded by loved ones after a sudden illness. Paula was a lifelong resident of New Paris, OH but has resided the last several years in Richmond, IN at The Leland Legacy. Paula […] — (Posted November 13, 2022)

Pearl V. Lamb Pearl V. Lamb, age 102, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022, at home surrounded by family. Born April 9, 1920, in Chicago, Illinois, to John B. and Mary E. Doyle Hodowal, Pearl moved to Richmond in 1927 when her father was transferred here by Joseph Belden and was charged with setting up […] — (Posted November 13, 2022)

Michael “Mickey” J. Teague Michael “Mickey” J. Teague, 76, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2022 with his family by his side. Mike was born on September 8, 1946, in Henry County to Mike and Drucilla Teague. Mike grew up in New Castle and graduated from Chrysler High School in 1965. He married the love of his life, Elizabeth […] — (Posted November 13, 2022)

Maria D. Guerrero Maria D. Guerrero, 80, of New Castle passed away Friday November 11, 2022. She was born on January 28, 1943 in Hidalgo, TX to the late Jose and Sipriana (Ayala) Guerrero. She retired from Ball State University where she worked in food service for 20 years. Maria also worked for Henry Community Health for almost […] — (Posted November 13, 2022)

Earnest Eugene Davis Earnest Eugene Davis, 79, of New Castle passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022 at Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born June 20, 1943 in Albany, KY the son of Lige and Naomi (Guffey) Davis. Ernie was a 1962 graduate of Chrysler High School. He served in the Navy with Subron 12 U.S. Atlantic Feet, Key […] — (Posted November 11, 2022)

Braxton Wayne Gibson Braxton Wayne Gibson, 13, of Connersville, earned his wings Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at Riley Hospital for Children. He is now an angel in the outfield. He was born May 15, 2009 to Brandon Michael and Misha Lyn Suggs Gibson. He currently attended Connersville Middle School. Braxton’s passion was playing baseball. A talented athlete, he […] — (Posted November 11, 2022)

Tamara D. “Tammy” Moyer After a brief illness, Tamara D. “Tammy” Moyer, 59, of Hagerstown passed away early Monday morning November 7, 2022 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana while surrounded by loved ones. A daughter of the late Fred. D. and Sarah J. (Middleton) Moyer, Tammy was born in Richmond, Indiana on June 8, 1963. A lifelong resident […] — (Posted November 11, 2022)

Dale Owen Luce Dale Owen Luce, age 58 of Centerville, died Sunday morning (November 6, 2022) at his home. He was born on February 2, 1964 in Orange County, California to Walter Frances Luce and Rita Lavonne Moore. Dale was a Veteran of the US Army and worked for the United States postal service as a mail carrier […] — (Posted November 11, 2022)