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.

Norma Jane Barth Norma Jane Barth, 87, of New Paris, Ohio was called to heaven on Thursday, September 1st, 2022 at her home with loved ones by her side. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 3rd,1935 to Virgil and Dorothy Crandall. Norma and her husband Joe were married for 47 years and in that time they […] — (Posted September 4, 2022)

Deborah S. Adams Deborah S. Adams, age 70, of Richmond, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022. She was born November 19, 1951, in Indianapolis. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Katherine (Owens) Gregory. She graduated from Centerville Sr. High School, Class of 1970. She was a member of the Centerville United Methodist Church where […] — (Posted September 2, 2022)

Vicky Lynn Christian Vicky Lynn Christian, 65, of Shirley, Indiana passed away on the evening of August 29, 2022. She was born December 16, 1956 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The daughter of the late Thomas and Phyllis (Chapman) Wybiral. Vicky was a loving mother, Memaw, nanny, and friend who always placed family first. She spent her entire life helping […] — (Posted September 2, 2022)

Claudia Rae Vornauf Claudia Rae Vornauf, 66, of Richmond, died August 30, 2022, at Reid Health. She was born November 20, 1956, in Richmond to Frank Albert and Marilyn Koan Bane Vornauf and lived here all her life. She formerly worked with Abstracts of Richmond and the Wayne County Courthouse. Survivors include her sister Lisa Austin, one niece […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Vester Ray “Spunk” Rose Vester Ray “Spunk” Rose, 71, of Connersville, passed away Monday morning at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born July 31, 1951 in Connersville, the only child of Vester and Floene Fields Rose. Vester received an associate’s degree from Ivy Tech as well as his paralegal license. Early in his adult […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Alejandro Xance Martinez Alejandro Xance Martinez, 23, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2022. He was born May 9, 1999 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, one of two sons of Andrew and Tanya Beckman, and he was a 2018 graduate of Connersville High School. He was currently serving his country in the United States Army National Guard as […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Donald Ray Frazier Donald Ray Frazier, 71, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, August 31, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 20, 1951 in Connersville, one of three children of William W. and Hazel J. Williams Frazier. He was a 1969 graduate of Connersville High School. […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Linda E. Goldberg-Heavilin Linda E. Goldberg-Heavilin, age 73, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at Reid Health. Born June 10, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, to Robert M. and Margaret E. Gasser Shull, Linda lived in this area most of her life, coming from Ft. Wayne, Indiana, in 1958. She graduated from Richmond High School in 1967, […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Flora Mattie Crain Flora Mattie Crain, 79, of Indianapolis, IN passed away August 29th, 2022, surrounded by her family. Flora was preceded in death by both of her parents, Harrison and Viola Eldridge. Also preceding her in death are both her husband’s Boyd Price (1996) and Stanley Crain (2021), three of her siblings Reba Eldridge, Ruth Schick and […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Thomas “Kackel” Kenneth Sasser Thomas “Kackel” Kenneth Sasser, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 29, 2022. Born February 9, 1940, in Muncie, Indiana, to Kenneth and Katherine Lawless Sasser, Thomas and his wife, Debra moved to Richmond in 1980. He worked as a plant manager for Mechanics Laundry until […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Eric Christopher Sheets Eric Christopher Sheets, age 50, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2021, in Austin, Texas. Born on September 12, 1971, in Richmond, IN. He was raised there by his parents, Mervin Sheets and Linda Lockwood. He attended elementary school in Richmond and transferred to Tri-Village in New Madison, OH. He was a […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Lisa K. Guadagnoli Lisa K. Guadagnoli, 57, passed away Monday August 29, 2022, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. She had been in failing health for several years. Lisa was born in New Castle, Indiana on Marh 4, 1965 to David Paul and Kay Ann (Keihn) Guadagnoli. She has lived most of her life in the Milton community […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Loretta M. Rodriguez Loretta M. Rodriguez, age 86, of Holton, Michigan, and formerly of Richmond, died Monday, August 29, 2022, at Robbinswood-Northcrest Campus in North Muskegon, Michigan surrounded by family. Born February 6, 1936, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, to Sidney and Eva Norter Painter, Loretta lived in Richmond before returning to Michigan. She was a 1954 graduate of […] — (Posted September 1, 2022)

Beverly Fox Beverly Fox, age 92, of Connersville, passed away on August 28, 2022, at Heritage House Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Connersville. She was born on April 9, 1930, in Connersville, the daughter of Paul and Fern Cain. Beverly was a devoted mother and grandmother that enjoyed reading, wordsearch puzzles, and watching old movies. Above all […] — (Posted August 31, 2022)

Dr. Charles A. Browning, Jr. On Sunday, August 21, 2022, Dr. Charles A. Browning, Jr., loving husband of Betty Mae White Browning and father of four children, passed away at the age of 94. Charles was born in Falmouth, KY, to Charles and Florence Browning. He graduated from Falmouth High School and then from the University of Kentucky, where he […] — (Posted August 31, 2022)

Dexter Chambers Dexter Chambers, age 88, of Richmond, Indiana, went home to be with his Lord Monday, August 29, 2022, at Reid Health surrounded by his family. Dexter was born November 6, 1933, in Winfield, Tennessee, to Lark and Sarah Acres Chambers. He worked over 40 years as a brick mason and was a 50-year member of […] — (Posted August 31, 2022)

Alma Olene Hammons Alma Olene Hammons, age 92, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at Brickyard Healthcare – Richmond Care Center. Born November 26, 1929, in Sylvatus, Virginia, to Emmett and Catha Dalton Frazier, Alma had lived in this area since about 1953. She graduated from Hall High School in Graves, Kentucky, and received her nursing […] — (Posted August 31, 2022)

Lia Marie Barrere Lia Marie Barrere, age 57, of Fort Worth, Texas passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2022. Lia was born in Richmond, Indiana on December 10, 1964. Lia was married to Bryan Barrere on May 27, 2000 and had a career in corporate operations for Quik Trip. She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

Meda Maxine Evans Dunckel Meda Maxine Evans Dunckel born April 6, 1934, died peacefully on August 14, 2022, in Richmond, Indiana, at the age of 88. Maxine was born and raised in Clio, Michigan, where she married Reuben Edward Dunckel in 1951. They enjoyed life together until the Lord received Reuben home on January 8, 2018; a total of […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

Pauleta Jean York Pauleta Jean York, 81, of Dunlapsville, Indiana / Ocala, Florida / Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on August 25, 2022. At the time of her passing, she resided at Traditions of Smyrna Assisted Living facility in Smyrna, Tennessee, where she had moved to be closer to her family. She was surrounded by her son, his family, […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

Priscilla Mae Ankrom Priscilla Mae Ankrom, 81, a resident of Greenfield passed away Sunday, August 28, 2022 surrounded by her loving family at her home. She was born October 16, 1940 in New Castle to the late Lawrence M. and Esta Mae (Saunders) Sayre. Born and raised in New Castle, she also lived in Knightstown for many years. […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

Robert “Bob” “Bobby” Lee Nicholson Robert “Bob” “Bobby” Lee Nicholson, 70, of Randolph County, IN, passed away in his home on August 25, 2022, surrounded by love. Robert, born to Ellen Hughes and Lee Nicholson, Jr., lived most of his life in Wayne County. Over the years he worked for several employers including McDonald’s, Dick Hill & Sons Electrical Contractors, […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

Beverly Ann McKnight Beverly Ann McKnight, age 67, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, August 27, 2022, at home, surrounded by her family. Born January 20, 1955, in McKee, Kentucky, to Calvin and Beatrice (Gabbard) Parrett, Beverly was a life-long resident of Richmond. She attended Richmond High School and Ivy Tech. Beverly retired after working as an administrative assistant […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

James K. Snyder James K. Snyder, age 91, of Centerville, Indiana, died Saturday, August 27, 2022, at Reid Health. Born July 22, 1931, in Glen Karn, Ohio, to Carl and Mabel Smith Snyder, James was a life-long resident of this area. He was a 1949 graduate of Richmond High School. James served in the United States Army during […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

Marcella Hollingsworth Marcella Hollingsworth, age 98, of Lynn, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022. Born on September 16, 1923, to Arthur Floyd Oler and Hilda Juanita Oberander Oler, she graduated from Lynn High School in 1941. She married Charles Elvin Hollingsworth on June 8, 1941, and they farmed together and celebrated 74 years of marriage. […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

Richard Markland Butler, M.D. Richard Markland Butler, M.D., was born on May 16, 1942, in Flushing, New York to James and Lily Butler. Dr. Butler passed away peacefully at Reid Health on August 27, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his wife of nearly 25 years, Linda Butler; sister Eileen Oxley (Kevin) of Huntington, Indiana; son […] — (Posted August 30, 2022)

Charles (Sonny) Max Carlton Charles (Sonny) Max Carlton, 82, of New Castle passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022 at I.U. Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. He was born October 27, 1939 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Vernon Paul and Rosie Mae Carlton. He will be greatly missed by his wife Joanne (Claywell) Carlton […] — (Posted August 29, 2022)

Mary E. (Laird) Buffington Mary E. (Laird) Buffington, 89, entered into the presence of the Lord on Friday, August 26, 2022. Mary was born to the late William and Stella Laird. Mary met the love of her life, Chase Buffington, and they were married on March 6, 1954, and spent 63 years together. Having a heart for missions, Mary […] — (Posted August 29, 2022)

Georgieanna Smith Georgieanna Smith, 73 , of New Castle, daughter of Virginia White and George Jetmore , passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, August 27, 2022. She was a graduate of Muncie Central High School. She was an active Jehovah’s Witness. Georgieanna ejoyed horseback riding in her free time. She spent much time with family; […] — (Posted August 29, 2022)

George Landis Harrell George Landis Harrell, age 97, passed away on Friday, August 26, 2022, at Friends Fellowship Community surrounded by his family. George was born on March 30, 1925, in Richmond, IN to Soloman and Myrtle (Smith) Harrell. He graduated from Richmond High School, Richmond, Indiana with the class of 1944. George served in the Navy from […] — (Posted August 29, 2022)