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.

Michael T. Duncan Michael T. Duncan, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, September 30, 2022, at Reid Health. Born August 12, 1952, in Kokomo, Indiana, to George A. and Ardys Tinkler Duncan, Mike lived in this community most of his life. He was a computer programmer for over 30 years before retiring. Mike enjoyed woodworking, computers, Star […] — (Posted October 4, 2022)

V. Jean Clifton Carey V. Jean Clifton Carey, age 97, of Tipp City, Ohio, formerly of Cambridge City and Richmond, Indiana, went to Heaven Friday, September 30, 2022, at Danbury Senior Living in Tipp City, Ohio. Jean was born March 30, 1925, to James Fay and Hazel Mae Paul Funkhouser. She graduated from Cambridge City High School and was […] — (Posted October 4, 2022)

Alma Grace Glisson Alma Grace Glisson, age 81, of Centerville, Indiana, died Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at her home. Born at home on October 24, 1940, in Cambridge City, Indiana, to Otis Broglin and Esther Gray Broglin, Alma was a life-long resident of this area. Alma attended Greens Fork High School and was a homemaker all her life. […] — (Posted October 4, 2022)

Terry D. Gabbard Terry D. Gabbard, 60, of Richmond, died September 29, 2022, at Reid Health after a long illness. He was born September 8, 1962, in Richmond to Marvin Jackson and Modena Fox Gabbard. He lived in Lexington for 20 years and worked for Lexington Trailer and Hitch; he moved back to Richmond 10 years ago and […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Robert John Busch Robert John Busch, 73, of Connersville, went to be with the angels on September 28, 2022. He was born May 29, 1949 in Indianapolis to Percy A. and Lucinda Busch. Bob was a longtime member of the Residential CRF family and a current resident of Golden Rule Care Center in Richmond. Bob had many talents, […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Jackie L. Oler Jackie L. Oler, 93, of Williamsburg, passed away at home on Sunday, September 25, 2022 after and long and wonderful life. He was born in Redkey, Indiana on August 16, 1929 to Harold D. and Florence H. (Smith) Oler. He was a graduate of Williamsburg High School and served in the US Air Force, from […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Nathen Duane Piper Nathen Duane Piper, age 24, resident of New Castle, passed away in his home Thursday, September 29, 2022. He was born July 15, 1998, in New Castle, a son of Curtis Downs and Daleleen (Whalen) Downs. Nathen worked as a direct support professional with Indiana Mentor in New Castle. He enjoyed fishing, long drives at […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Curtis Lee Howard Curtis Lee Howard, age 68, passed away at Reid Health on September 13, 2022. He was born October 17, 1953, the son of Joe Howard Sr. and Ora Dell Howard, in Fairfield, Alabama. Curtis was a resident of Gary, Indiana, and a graduate of Roosevelt High School. He loved his family and he loved to […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Linda Scott White Linda Scott White, 77, a former Hagerstown resident, died Thursday, September 29, 2022, at Independence Village, Fishers, where she had recently resided. She was born in New Castle on May 23, 1945 to Richard and Phyllis (Morris) Conder. She lived several years in Crossville, TN and had been in the McCordsville area for the past […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Jeffrey Clinton Pierce Jeffrey Clinton Pierce 59 of Richmond passed away September 28, 2022, at University Hospital in Cincinnati. He was born June 23, 1963 in Richmond to Arvis and Judy Bullock Pierce and live in Richmond all of his life. Jeff worked for Rose City Sportswear, coached HUB league and soft ball. He was a full time […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Martha Jean Kitts Martha Jean Kitts, 94, of Economy, died Thursday, September 29, 2022 at Reid Health. She was born in Wayne County on August 4, 1928 to Karl B. and Mary Louise (Anderson) Weyl and was a life long resident of the county. She was a member of Economy United Methodist Church. She work as a bookkeeper […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Billy H. Bowman Billy H. Bowman, 72, of New Castle passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 29, 2022 at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born May 25, 1950 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Woody and Maedoris (McCune) Bowman. Bill was a lifelong Dairy Farmer in Henry County, retiring in 2006. He was a member of […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Linda K. Bell Linda K. Bell, 77, a resident of New Castle passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022 at her home. She was born July 4, 1945 in New Castle to the late Roby and Leah (Kathryn (Green) Dunham. Linda was a 1963 graduate of New Castle High School and attended Indiana Business College in Muncie. She had […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Richard G. Ward Richard G. Ward, age 81, of New Castle passed away September 26, 2022 at the Stonebrooke Senior Community. He was born September 22, 1941 in New Castle, a son of the late Conwell and Florence (Lamberson) Ward. He was a life-long resident of New Castle. Indiana. Richard was a 1961 graduate of New Castle Chrysler […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Larry Jay Stilwell Larry Jay Stilwell, 76, of New Castle passed away Monday, September 26, 2022 at Henry Community Health in New Castle. He was born June 15, 1946 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late James “JC” and Mary (Comstock) Stilwell. He was a 1964 New Castle Chrysler High School graduate and a U.S. Marine […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Ray Razor Ray Razor, 87, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at I.U. Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born January 8, 1935 in Prairie Township, Indiana, a son of the late Fant Johnson and Sarabelle (Atchison) Razor. He was a 1952 graduate of Mt. Summit High School where he played basketball […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Madalyn O. Minehart Madalyn O. Minehart passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. Madalyn was born August 6, 1996, in Auburn, Indiana. She is survived by her mother, Margo (Whitman) Trevino, her father George Minehart and stepmother Danielle (Massey) Minehart, her paternal grandfather Richard Minehart, her maternal grandmother Kathy (Whitman) Ross, her brother […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Robert John Busch Robert John Busch, 73, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday morning, September 28, 2022 at Golden Rule, Richmond. He was born May 3, 1949 in Indianapolis to Percy A. and Lucinda Busch. A longtime resident of CRF, Robert loved puzzles, singing, and watching movies. He especially loved eating and going out to restaurants. He was a […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Jessy L. Board Jessy L. Board, age 36, passed away at his residence on September 18, 2022. He was born May 4, 1986, the son of James Alderson and Mary Board, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Jessy was a resident of Richmond and a former employee of CIT. He was an avid horseshoe thrower; he loved throwing shoes with his […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Mary Kaye Hunteman Mary Kaye Hunteman, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, September 25, 2022, at Reid Health. Born December 3, 1942, in Greencastle, Indiana, to Arthur N. and Madelyn M. Mark Wright, Mary Kaye has been a long-time resident of this community for 45 years, coming here in 1977. Prior to coming to Richmond, in 1972 […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

William O. Rutherford William O. Rutherford 96 of Richmond died September 21, 2022, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville after a short illness. He was born June 5, 1926, in Sturgis, Kentucky to Wallace and Mabel Burton Rutherford and lived here most of his life. He graduated from the Corcoran School of Art and Design and retired as a […] — (Posted September 30, 2022)

Marla Kay Wilson Marla Kay Wilson 66 of Richmond died September 26, 2022, at Reid Health after a short illness. She was born January 30, 1956 in Richmond to Robert and Norma Morrison Wilson and lived here all her life. She formerly owned Ciggy’s Tobacco Shop and worked in Customer Service at Wal-Mart. She was a member of […] — (Posted September 28, 2022)

Jed H. Johnson Jed H. Johnson, 84, of Fountain City, passed away at home on Thursday, September 22, 2022. Jed was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on October 8, 1937 to Ralph C. & Velma Clarice Boone Johnson. He was a 1956 graduate of Alquina High School. Jed formerly worked at J&L Steel and Hayes Track. He worked in […] — (Posted September 28, 2022)

Ronald J. Greene Ronald J. Greene, age 55, passed away Richmond Care Center Nursing Home on September 23, 2022. He was born June 4, 1967, the son of Bill Greene and Phyllis Longmire, in New Paris, Ohio. Ronald lived between Richmond, Indiana, and New Paris, Ohio, all of his life. He was a 1985 graduate of National Trail […] — (Posted September 28, 2022)

Rex Alan Johnson Rex Alan Johnson, October 21, 1956 – September 27, 2022 Rex passed away suddenly but peacefully at his home. He is survived by his son, Ryan Johnson (Brandi) and one sister, Linda Holmes. Rex loved all sports, especially golf, the Colts, music and movies. A Celebration of Life will be hosted by the family at […] — (Posted September 28, 2022)

Kylianne Cooper Connersville native Kylianne Cooper, 19, died Sunday, September 25, 2022 at her residence. Kylianne was born in Wayne County, Indiana on July 17, 2003 to Ronald and Julianne Cooper. In 2020, she obtained her GED with honors from Connersville High School. Kylianne was employed with CRF First Choice and loved taking care of her clients. […] — (Posted September 27, 2022)

Emerson Dale “Sonny” Robbins Emerson Dale “Sonny” Robbins, 94, of New Castle passed away Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. He was born January 23, 1928 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Earl B. Robbins and Gladys (Griner) Robbins Jordan. A 1946 graduate of New Castle High School, Sonny was […] — (Posted September 27, 2022)

David Joe Meade David Joe Meade, 65, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Thursday evening, September 22, 2022 at his residence. He was born in Indianapolis on June 16, 1957, the son of Ralph Meade and Mary Ann Myers Fox. He was an over the road professional truck driver for over 25 years. He also drove professionally for a […] — (Posted September 27, 2022)

Ruth Ann Mitchem Ruth Ann Mitchem, age 76, of Connersville, passed away on September 26, 2022, at Heritage House of Connersville. Ruth was born on August 18, 1946, in Crumpler, West Virginia the daughter of Homer B. and Ada Elizabeth Bergen Mitchem. Ruth had attended Church of Bible Covenant. She had worked in area nursing homes as a […] — (Posted September 27, 2022)

Mildred M. Allman Mildred M. Allman, age 96, passed away on Sunday September 25, 2022 at Independence Village in Fishers, Indiana. She was born in Brookville, Indiana on January 4, 1926 to Asa and Elizabeth Lohrey Wolf. Mildred graduated from Brookville High School in 1944 and was married to Gene Allman for 48 years before his passing in […] — (Posted September 27, 2022)