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.
Illa Faye Hedrick Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the guestbook View full obituary — (Posted March 1, 2025)
Janet Baker Janet Baker, 72, a resident of New Castle passed away Friday, February 28, 2025 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie She was born October 23, 1952 in New Castle to the late Caleb and Edith (Morgan) Slagle. A graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, Janet retired from Foam Rubber Corp. She enjoyed […] — (Posted March 1, 2025)
Gina Yvonne Bowers Gina Yvonne Bowers, age 68, of Middletown, OH passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025 at the Versailles Rehab and Healthcare Center in Versailles, OH. She was born August 24, 1956 in Middletown to the late James A. and Lutresia (Vickers) Parker. Gina enjoyed gardening, adored flowers; and listening to folk music. In addition to […] — (Posted March 1, 2025)
Wilma Fellows CONNERSVILLE, Ind. – Wilma A. Fellows, age 93, of Connersville, Indiana, died Friday, February 28, 2025. Born in Toledo, Ohio, on January 11, 1932, to Albert J. and Lenna L. Hunt Price, Wilma spent most of her life in the Richmond and Connersville area. Wilma enjoyed sewing, crocheting, knitting, baking, and jigsaw puzzles. In 1956, […] — (Posted March 1, 2025)
Mary Lu Welsh Mary Lu Welsh passed away on February 26, 2025. She was born March 24, 1934, in Clinton, Iowa. After graduating from St. Catherine’s University in View full obituary — (Posted March 1, 2025)
Danny L. Holmes, Jr. Danny L. Holmes, Jr., 58, of Chesterfield, passed away from complications of a stroke on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent of Anderson. Danny loved to help others and was an organ donor. A son of Danny L. Holmes Sr. and Mary Hines Holmes, Danny was born December 31, 1966, in Connersville. He […] — (Posted March 1, 2025)
Deborah Karen Martin Deborah Karen Martin, age 75, of Eaton, Ohio—and formerly of Pikeville, Kentucky, and Kingsport, Tennessee— a beacon of joy and elegance, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Fort Hamilton Hospital in Hamilton, Ohio following a brief and hard fought battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born April 9, 1949 in Pikeville, Kentucky, […] — (Posted February 28, 2025)
William Sanford Minor William Sanford Minor born March 10, 1955, was a loving grandfather; father, brother, uncle, and friend to many. William was known to most as “Bubby’ View full obituary — (Posted February 28, 2025)
Margaret “Margo” Dennison Dillon Margaret “Margo” Dennison Dillon, 63, passed from this life at home in Winter Garden, Florida, after a brief illness surrounded by family and friends on Monday evening, February 24, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1961, in New Castle, Indiana, the youngest of six children of the late Randall G. and Barbara A. (Bailey) […] — (Posted February 28, 2025)
William Aras Kellar II William Aras Kellar II 77 of Richmond passed away due to a battle with cancer on February 26, 2025. He was born February 17, 1948, View full obituary — (Posted February 28, 2025)
Deborah Tevis Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted February 28, 2025)
Joshua Dean West Joshua Dean West, 41, of Connersville, went to Heaven on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the Brickyard of Richmond, surrounded by his family. The son of Edgar Dean and Betty Lou Isaacs West, Josh was born May 25, 1983, in Richmond. Josh was a skilled mechanic and loved to work on cars. In his leisure […] — (Posted February 28, 2025)
Jack Hines It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jack Hines, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, who joined the heavenly choir on February 24, 2025. Jack, a charismatic and loving soul, was born on August 30, 1924, in Anderson, Indiana. His life was a testament to the biblical verse, “Let […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Shelly Rillaerts On February 22, 2025, Shelly Rillaerts, loving wife, mother, and Oma, passed away at the age of 58. Shelly was born on July 27, 1966, in New Castle, Indiana to Delmar G. and Jane (Chesher) McCaslin. Shelly spent her childhood and school-age years in New Castle, IN. In 2009, Shelly received her RN from Ivy […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Ronald Gross Ronald Gross, 88, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Stonebrook Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. He was born January 22, 1937 in Booneville, Kentucky the son of Clarence and Hattie (Anderson) Gross.  Ronald was a timber buyer, sawmill operator and he sold timber all over the world. He joined the Carthage […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Judith C. Seifert Judith “Judy” Catherine Seifert passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Reid Hospital following a brief illness.   Judy was born January 15, 1942 to Raymond Hamilton Hoth and Angela Catherine Hoth in Waverly, Iowa.  Judy was 1 of three children, growing up with 2 older brothers.   Judy […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Teresa Kay Sams Teresa Kay Sams, 69, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Arbor Trace of Richmond, surrounded by her family. She had been a resident there for three years. A daughter of Ralph and Clovis Dixon Caudill, Teresa was born January 1, 1956, in Connersville, and graduated from Connersville […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Betty Jean Gray Betty J. Gray, 78, of Hagerstown, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Henry Community Health. She was born on June 9, 1946, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Floyd L. and Anna J. (Wolfe) Kessler. A 1964 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School, Betty worked at Perfect Circle in Hagerstown for […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Ronald L. “Ron” Delk Ronald L. “Ron” Delk, age 78 of New Paris, Ohio died Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Maple Gardens in Eaton, Ohio. Born on October 31, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana, he was the son of the late George W. & Phyllis I. (Knox) Delk and stepfather: Herbert Turner. Ron was a 1964 Tri-Village graduate, U.S. Army […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Max York Max York, age 78 of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at his residence. Born on February 3, 1947 in Evansville, Indiana, he was the son of the late Glenward McGinty “Max” and Ada Willetta “Billie” (Harpe) York. Max retired after 30 years from the Hamilton Public School System. He was an Eagle […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Dean S. Bunce Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death (Isaiah 57:2) Dean Bunce, 96, went to his eternal home on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Arbor Trace Senior Living Center, Richmond. He was born in Bippus, Indiana, to J.W. and Della Bunce, on December 31, 1928. Dean was a […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Edith Goodpasture Edith Goodpasture 74 of Richmond passed away at Reid Health on February 26, 2025. She was born March 8, 1950, in Dayton to Chester Adams View full obituary — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Nancy Mae Ratliff Kunkel Nancy Mae Ratliff Kunkel, 88, of Connersville went home to be with her Jesus, who she loved, on February 24, 2025. One of eight children, Nancy was born in Hazard, Kentucky on October 5, 1936, to William and Susan Ratliff. Nancy married Herbert John Kunkel on April 30, 1955, when they both worked at Sperry […] — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Sherry Ann Budd In loving memory of Sherry Ann Budd (Wade). Our beloved Sherry has started her journey with our Lord on February 24th, 2025. She is reunited View full obituary — (Posted February 27, 2025)
Marvin Elmer Atkinson Marvin Elmer Atkinson, Jr., 76, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He was born March 22, 1948 in Monticello, KY to the late Elmer and Opal (Lee) Atkinson. Marvin loved working on cars and would do automotive work for so many people. He especially loved going to car shows, his old […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Roy Allen Spencer Roy Allen Spencer, age 78, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Maple Gardens Nursing and Rehab Center in Eaton. He was born November 28, 1946 in Eaton, OH to the late Sheridan and Sinda (Fields) Spencer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Alvin […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Janice Kay Darnell Janice Kay (Doss) Darnell, 80, of New Castle and formerly of Muncie passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. She was born June 19, 1944 in Muncie to the late Fred C. Doss and Betty (Withers) Kiphart. Janice was a graduate of Muncie Central High School then went on to earn […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Melvin Oren Basey Melvin O. Basey ,88 ½, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He was born July 16, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Floyd and Helen Basey.  Melvin retired from Brooks Foods after 29 years of service. He was an avid Cushman Scooter Collector and went to their shows yearly. […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Stomin’ Norman Suggs Norman Ray “Stormin’ Norman” Suggs, 71, of Glenwood, passed away Tuesday afternoon, February 25, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond. One of two children of Georgene Jean Campbell Paddock, Norman was born in Connersville on August 26, 1953. In 1973, Norman joined the United States Navy, serving his country during the Vietnam era. Norman was […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)
Stella Louise Brown Stella Louise Brown, 77, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. She was born September 8, 1947 in Albany, Kentucky to the late Johnny and Elizabeth (Dicken) Burchett.  She loved playing softball, fishing, flowers, gardening, shopping, going to the casino and being outdoors. Her pride and joy were her children and grandchildren. She […] — (Posted February 26, 2025)