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.

David E. Walter David E. Walter, age 55, passed away at Reid Health on August 6, 2022. He was born December 1, 1966, the son of Linda Thatcher and Gordon Walter, in Dayton, Ohio. David was a resident of Richmond, Indiana; and attended Richmond Community Schools. He was a cook at restaurants in Richmond and the Southern States. […] — (Posted August 12, 2022)

Kenneth Lainhart, Sr. Kenneth Lainhart, Sr., 79, of Blooming Grove, Indiana passed away Tuesday evening, August 9, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 16, 1942 in Jackson County, Kentucky, one of thirteen children of Marlow and Nora Fox Lainhart and as a child, he moved with his family to the Connersville […] — (Posted August 12, 2022)

Steven Wade Childress Steven Wade Childress succumbed to injuries he received at a Juneteenth party in Anderson, Indiana, June 19, 2022. He was born December 13, 1995, to Emma Rodenberger and Arnold (Beanie) Childress. He was called home August 4, 2022, after a hard-fought battle from the wounds he received. To know Steven was to love him. He […] — (Posted August 12, 2022)

Kristy L. Carver Kristy L. Carver, age 43, passed away at Reid Health on August 6, 2022. She was born March 24, 1979, the daughter of Willis Carver and Pamela Mesce, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Kristy was a resident of Florida all of her life except for the past year she had resided in Wayne County. Kristy […] — (Posted August 12, 2022)

Leva M. “Hazel” Copley Leva M. “Hazel” Copley, 85, of Greensburg and formerly of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at Decatur County Memorial Hospital in Greensburg. She was born October 10, 1936 in Wayne County, Kentucky, a daughter of Charlie Caleb Moran and Della Mae (Atkins) Bales. Hazel was self employed, owning a shop in Metamora. […] — (Posted August 12, 2022)

Dale Ryan Watkins Dale Ryan Watkins, 59, of New Castle, Indiana passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at his residence. He was born September 19, 1962 in Detroit, Michigan, son of Arch Watkins Jr. of Greenfield and the late, Grace (Lucas) Watkins. He was a 1981 Greenfield High School graduate and worked at Kiehin Manufacturing in Greenfield. Dale […] — (Posted August 12, 2022)

Carolyn L. Strohmier Carolyn L. Strohmier, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana and recently of Duvall, Washington, died at home on August 8, 2022, with her daughter and friend by her bedside. Born October 4, 1931, in Wayne County, IN, to John Hollingsworth and Blanch Alexander Hollingsworth, she resided in Wayne County until 2017. Carolyn had been a member […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Lula (Hall) Haynes Lula (Hall) Haynes, age 99, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2022, at Heritage House of New Castle. She was born July 17, 1923, in Lewisville, Indiana, a daughter of the late Russell Verney Hall and Crystal L. (Ratliff) Hall. Lula worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for 42 years before retiring in 1987. She was […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Elizabeth Tressler Elizabeth Tressler, 64 of Connersville passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022. She was born on December 1, 1957 in Connersville to James Powell and Ruby Gunnell Powell. Liz worked at Ponderosa in the surrounding area for over 25 years as a general manager. She generally loved working and was known for her dedication to […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

James M. “Mikey” Mosley Sr. James M. “Mikey” Mosley Sr., age 69, passed away on August 5, 2022, at Hickory Creek of Connersville. Born on July 1, 1953, in Batesville, Indiana, he is the son of the late James C. Mosley, Jr. and Betty Lola Stacy Mosley. Mikey is a 1972 graduate of Rushville Consolidated High School. He later moved […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Elmer Griffin Jr. Elmer Griffin Jr., 78 of Connersville passed away on Friday August 5, 2022. He was born on January 10, 1945 to the late Elmer Sr and Cynthia Chrismin Griffin in Rushville, Indiana. Elmer was a man of many talents when it came to vehicles. He found joy in the work he did including mechanical work, […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Michael A. Mulheeren, Jr. Michael A. Mulheeren, Jr., age 85, passed away on Saturday August 6, 2022. Born in Connersville on October 7, 1936, his is one of five children of the late Michael A. Sr., and Flora Callahan Mulheeren. Mike is a 1955 graduate of Connersville High School. After graduation Mike enlisted in the United States Air Force […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Elliott Linville Elliott Linville, age 58, of Connersville, passed away on August 7, 2022 at Caroleton Healthcare of Connersville after a long battle with cancer. Elliott was born on September 30, 1963, in Connersville, the son of the late John R. and Donna K. Elliott Linville. Elliott graduated from Connersville High School in 1982. He developed a […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Lois “Elaine” Patrick Lois “Elaine” Patrick, age 84, of New Paris, OH, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at Vancrest Nursing Home in Eaton, Ohio. Lois was born on December 12, 1937, in New Paris, Preble County, Ohio the daughter of the late Chalmer M. & Lois E. (Hughes) Laird. She was a 1955 Jefferson High […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Charles A. “Boz” Wolfe Charles A. “Boz” Wolfe, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, August 10, 2022, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born November 3, 1924, in Richmond, Indiana, to Charles Eugene and Mildred Jacobs Wolfe, Charles was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a graduate of Richmond High School. Charles began working for the Palladium-Item as a […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Jeffe Emerson Johnson Jeffe Emerson Johnson, 65, of Centerville, passed away at home surrounded by his family, Tuesday, August 9, 2022, after a short battle with Leukemia. He was born June 30, 1957, in New Castle, to Emerson and Mary Doris (Kemble) Johnson. Jeffe grew up in Hagerstown, and was a 1975 graduate of Hagerstown Jr.-Sr. High School. […] — (Posted August 11, 2022)

Harlan E. “Eck” Gabbard Harlan E. “Eck” Gabbard, age 84, of Eaton, OH, passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2022 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. He was born July 18, 1938 in Red Lion, OH to the late John and Marie Gabbard. He retired after 36 years of employment from Armco Steel in Middletown. He enjoyed camping and […] — (Posted August 10, 2022)

Raymond Beard Raymond Beard, 58, of Connersville, passed away Monday, August 8, 2022 at his home. He was born December 5, 1963 in Fayette County to Harold and Sara Jo Jackson Beard, and he was a 1981 graduate of Connersville High School. On March 26, 2005, he married Connie Eldridge in the Bahamas. Mrs. Beard survives. Raymond […] — (Posted August 10, 2022)

Ross Eugene McKee Retired Air Force Master Sergeant, Ross Eugene McKee, age 85 passed away peacefully on August 4th, 2022, in his home surrounded by family. He was born May 6th, 1937, in Richmond, Indiana and grew up alongside his older brother Tom who was his best friend. At the age of 23, he enlisted in the United […] — (Posted August 10, 2022)

Teresa J. Robbins Teresa J. Robbins, age 58, passed away at her residence surrounded by her loving family on August 7, 2022. She was born November 6, 1963, the daughter of Marler and Anna Sams, in Richmond, Indiana. Teresa was a resident of Wayne County. She was a loving/caring mother to her children; and she enjoyed spending time […] — (Posted August 9, 2022)

Pastor Kurt Amadeus Thurston Pastor Kurt Amadeus Thurston, age 60, went home to be with our Lord and Savior at Reid Health on August 8, 2022. He was born August 14, 1961, the son of Joyce Thurston and John Leo Thurston, in Santa Monica, California. Kurt had lived in Richmond, Indiana, most of his life. He became an Associate […] — (Posted August 9, 2022)

Charles Arthur Day Charles Arthur Day, 98, of Connersville, went home to be with our Lord on Friday, August 5, 2022 at Reid Hospice in Richmond. He was surrounded by his loving family. Charlie was born March 3, 1924 in Connersville to Harry and Mary Foster Day, the first of two children. Charlie grew up in the Alpine […] — (Posted August 9, 2022)

Darrell G. Barnett Darrell G. Barnett, age 66, Richmond, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Pensacola, Florida, on July 10, 2022. Born December 22, 1955, in Marion County, Indiana, to Gene O. and Bonnie Bowman Schmidt Barnett, Darrell was a 1974 graduate of Centerville High School. He attended Cumberland University in Williamsburg, Kentucky from 1977 until 1979. […] — (Posted August 9, 2022)

Betty Ashenfelter Betty Ashenfelter 69 of Fountain City died August 8, 2022 at Reid Health after a short illness. She was born August 12, 1953 in Richmond to Alvin and Edith Mann Laytart and lived here all her life. She was a homemaker and a member of Gateway Church. Betty was a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, […] — (Posted August 8, 2022)

Fannie S. “Sue” Callahan Fannie S. “Sue” Callahan, 77, of Lynn passed away Sunday August 7, 2022 at Reid Health. She was born January 9, 1945 in Tennessee to the late James and Grace (Lemons) Harrison. Sue was a loving mother and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She attended Voice for Christ Church and loved reading, […] — (Posted August 8, 2022)

Lois “Lavon” Sigler Lois “Lavon” Sigler, a long-time resident of Cambridge City, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 8, 2022, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Lavon was born in Shirley, IN on October 25, 1933 to Curtis and Evelyn (Kaufman) Patton. She graduated from Kennard High School in […] — (Posted August 8, 2022)

Harlan “Butch” Jaye McCullum Harlan “Butch” Jaye McCullum, 77, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his family. Butch was born on November 27, 1944 in Connersville, Indiana; the late son of Ralph “Doc” and Betty McCullum, and the grandson of late Adelaide McCullum. He attended Harrisburg School and worked on farms in the area, including […] — (Posted August 8, 2022)

Vaughn Moore Vaughn Moore, 80, of Newport News, VA, passed away July 27, 2022, at Riverside Hospital, in Newport News. Born March 3, 1942 in Loudon, TN, to Jeff Frank and Addie Mae (Ladd) Moore, Vaughn had lived most of his life in the Hagerstown area. Vaughn was a Vietnam Veteran, serving with the United States Air […] — (Posted August 8, 2022)

Steven Wayne Sasher Steven Wayne Sasher passed away July 29th, 2022 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Steve was born July 23rd, 1964, in Richmond, Indiana, to Richard “Dick” and Nancy Rhoades Sasher. He was an avid musician who played piano, guitar and the saxophone. He played in the Richmond H.S Band and attended Sinclair College. Steve served his community […] — (Posted August 7, 2022)

Sis. Sarah Virginia Girten Sis. Sarah Virginia Girten, age 91, passed on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at home. She was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church since 1966. She served her church and community very well. She was a member of the Gospel Choir and a faithful member of the Adult Bible Study Class. She was always called […] — (Posted August 7, 2022)