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.

Nathan Owen Rhoades Nathan Owen Rhoades, 47, died on Saturday June 11, 2022. He was born in Richmond, IN on December 2, 1974, to Randy and Cynthia Rhoades. He graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1993. He later attended IU East to pursue his interest in computers. This interest led him to repairing computers and TVs. Nathan was […] — (Posted June 24, 2022)

Charlin Ann Oliver Charlin Ann Oliver, age 79, passed away at Reid Health on June 22, 2022. She was born July 13, 1942, the daughter of Vernon and Vaudrine Warner, in Dekalb, Illinois. Family and friends may visit Community Family Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, from 5:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Send online condolences to the […] — (Posted June 24, 2022)

Marvin Dale Longenecker Marvin Dale Longenecker, age 84 of Richmond, Ind., passed away at Bradford Place on Friday, June 17, 2022. Marvin was born in New Paris, OH on May 12, 1938 to the late Howard and Osa B. (Smoot) Longenecker. Marvin was a proud graduate of Phillipsburg High School, class of 1956. After high school, he enlisted […] — (Posted June 24, 2022)

Ollie Mae Miller Ollie Mae Miller, age 75, passed away at Reid Health on June 23, 2022. She was born July 9, 1946, the daughter of William and Georgia Davis, in Duff, Tennessee. Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at 7:00 PM. Family and friends may visit the funeral […] — (Posted June 24, 2022)

Bobby V. McCartt Bobby V. McCartt, 83, of Indianapolis, and formerly of New Castle, passed away Thursday morning, June 23, 2022 at University Heights Health Care in Indianapolis. He was born March 21, 1939 in Stearns, KY, a son of the late Robert Vernon and Marian (Privett) McCartt. A 1957 graduate of New Castle High School, Bobby graduated […] — (Posted June 24, 2022)

Janice F. Caldwell Janice F. Caldwell 84 of Richmond died June 22, 2022, at Golden Living after a short illness. She was born December 7, 1937, in New Castle, IN to Hollie and Sarah Mercer Browning and lived in this area most of her life. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church. She and her husband Paul […] — (Posted June 24, 2022)

Thomas J. Gilbert Thomas J. Gilbert, 81, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at Heritage House of Connersville. He was born November 3, 1940 in Richmond, Indiana. In 1942, he moved to Connersville with his family, and he was a 1959 graduate of Connersville High School. A veteran, he served his county in the United States […] — (Posted June 23, 2022)

William “Bill” Austerman II William “Bill” Austerman II, 58, of Connersville passed away unexpectedly in Lake Buena Vista, Florida on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. A son of William and Betty Adams Austerman, Bill was born in Richmond, Indiana on October 26, 1963 and graduated from Centerville High School with the class of 1981. From there, he attended Earlham College, […] — (Posted June 23, 2022)

Marvin “Boony” Penley Jr. Marvin “Boony” Penley Jr. 62 of Connersville passed away June 22, 2022, at Hickory Creek of Connersville. He was born July 5, 1959, in Ashville, NC to Marvin Penley Sr. and Zella Gosnell Bouley; he lived in this area most of his life. He worked in heating and air. He is survived by his mother […] — (Posted June 23, 2022)

Aaron Scott Abney Aaron Scott Abney, age 28, passed away at his residence on June 21, 2022. He was born June 15, 1994, the son of Trent and Kiffany Abney, in Richmond, Indiana. Public visitation will be held at Community Family Funeral Home on Monday, June 27, 2022, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. The funeral service will […] — (Posted June 23, 2022)

Judy K. “Sunshine” Holtsberry Judy K. “Sunshine” Holtsberry went home to heaven on 6/20/22. She was born in Rochester, NY in 1944. She lived in many places including Marion, Oh; Richmond, IN; Fort Payne, AL; and Jefferson City, MO. She was a cosmetologist in her younger years and then became a homemaker. She was also employed by Houston Mfg. […] — (Posted June 23, 2022)

Billy “Bill” Vern York Billy “Bill” Vern York, 81, of Connersville, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Reid Health, Richmond. The son of George York and Renavae Fields Callahan, Bill was born February 12, 1941 in Whitesburg, Kentucky. He graduated from Whitesburg High School. On June 25, 1987, he married Loretta Cupp in Richmond, Kentucky. Mrs. York survives. […] — (Posted June 21, 2022)

Edward Lee Hamilton Edward Lee Hamilton, 75, of New Castle passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 19, 2022 at The Waters of New Castle. He was born on April 24, 1947 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Richard and Pearl (Padgett) Hamilton. Ed grew up in New Castle in Sunnyside. He was a 1965 graduate […] — (Posted June 21, 2022)

Richard “Jay” French Richard “Jay” French, 73, of New Castle passed away peacefully on the evening of Saturday, June 18, 2022 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 12, 1948 in New Castle, IN, a son of the late David and Mary Jane French. Jay graduated from Union High School in 1966. Jay served […] — (Posted June 21, 2022)

Shirley Loraine Forrester Shirley Loraine Forrester, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, June 20, 2022, at Reid Health. Born October 16, 1936, in Brookville, Indiana, to Francis and Hazel Smith Jones, Shirley had lived in Richmond since 1942. She was a seamstress. Survivors include her daughter, Robin Blackwell of Richmond; nieces; nephews; and many friends. She was […] — (Posted June 21, 2022)

David Eugene Gabbard David Eugene Gabbard, age 68, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, June 19, 2022, at Reid Health. Born August 14, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, to Aaron Gabbard and Georgia Hensley Gabbard Moore, David was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was self-employed as an antique dealer. David enjoyed playing the guitar, especially music from the Eagles, […] — (Posted June 21, 2022)

Sherrill Kay Umbstead (née Lighter) Sherrill Kay Umbstead (née Lighter), a beloved wife and mother, began her eternal journey with the Lord on Thursday, June 16th, 2022, due to complications from her chronic illness of Sjögren’s syndrome. She was 55 years old. Sherri is survived by her husband, David Paul Umbstead; her daughter, Kimberly Ann Umbstead; her mother, Sandra Joan […] — (Posted June 21, 2022)

Oren D. Isaacs, Jr. Oren D. Isaacs, Jr., age 49 formerly of Connersville, passed away on June 15, 2022, at his home in Indianapolis. Oren was in failing health, but his death was unexpected. Born on August 12, 1972, the son of the late Oren Isaacs, Sr. and Sue Griffin Boughner. He enjoyed MMA fights, playing poker and card, […] — (Posted June 21, 2022)

Gordon Eugene Black Gordon Eugene Black was born on August 19, 1959, in Richmond Indiana. The son of Billy Eugene and Ruby Carol Black. Gordon passed away peacefully with his wife and daughters by his side at Reid Memorial Hospital on June 18, 2022. He is preceded in death by his Grandparents, his father Billy Black who passed […] — (Posted June 19, 2022)

Winifred Jean (Jeanie) Gray (Atkinson) Winifred Jean (Jeanie) Gray (Atkinson) earned her wings Wednesday, June 15th, at her home, from complications of CHF. She was born on November 28th, 1939 to Winfred L Atkinson (Ben) and Myrtle M Atkinson (Martin) in Hagerstown, IN. She was known to many as Jeanie or Winnie. The majority of her working, and even her […] — (Posted June 19, 2022)

Herbert “Buddy” F. Parvis Herbert “Buddy” F. Parvis, 85, passed away Friday morning, June 17, 2022 at his home in Connersville. One of five children of Herbert and Leora “Maude” Hayes Parvis, Herb was born in Connersville on July 1, 1936 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1954. While attending high school, Herb was employed […] — (Posted June 19, 2022)

Sandra L. Albertson Sandra L. Albertson 74 of Richmond passed away June 16, 2022, at Reid Health after a long illness. She was born July 23, 1947, in Richmond to Edwin and June Deason Brewer, and with the exception of living with her daughter in Palm Dale, California for a short period; she lived in Richmond most of […] — (Posted June 17, 2022)

Johnnie B McGovern Sr. Johnnie B McGovern Sr, 94, entered his eternal rest on June 15, 2022, surrounded by his loving family at Reid Health. He was born October 9, 1927, in Irvine, KY, to the late Charles and Josephine McDonald McGovern. After serving his country in the US Marine Corp., he married his wife, Gertrude A Hart, and […] — (Posted June 17, 2022)

Debra Sue Kimberlin Debra Sue Kimberlin, age 51, passed away at Reid Health on June 14, 2022. She was born April 26, 1971, the daughter of Thomas Kimberlin and Charlotte Cline Kimberlin, in Dearborn, Michigan. Debra lived in Richmond, Indiana. She loved spending time with her two dogs: Sam and Red, and her three cats: Shadow, Hoss and […] — (Posted June 17, 2022)

Sondra Sue Brattain Sondra Sue Brattain, 81, New Castle, passed away Tuesday evening June 14, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent, Anderson Regional Hospital, in Anderson, Indiana. A daughter of the late John Carlton and Estella (VanTyle) Bell, Sondra was born in Dublin, Indiana on May 24, 1941. She grew up in the Dublin community and graduated from Lincoln […] — (Posted June 17, 2022)

Virginia R. Baker Virginia R. Baker, age 79, of Richmond, IN, died Wednesday, June 14, 2022, at Golden LivingCenter – Golden Rule. Born July 8, 1942, in Wayne County, Indiana, to Bluford and Virginia Avis Fish Jordan. Survivors include her children, Gary Jordan and Lori Krick; grandchildren, Katelynn Krick, Ben Jordan and Hope Jordan. She was preceded in […] — (Posted June 17, 2022)

James A. “Goober” Oakes James A. “Goober” Oakes, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at his home. Born July 26, 1940, in Crab Orchard, Kentucky, to William Gaither and Vera Mae Bryant Oakes, Goober lived in Wayne County, Indiana most of his life. He worked as a truck […] — (Posted June 17, 2022)

Ida May Pierson Ida May Pierson, 57, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on June 11, 2022. She was born November 9, 1964 in Richmond, Indiana to Robert Marvin Pierson and Nora Marie Pierson (Swank). Ida lived in Richmond her whole life. She was a former employee of Wendy’s. She was a wonderful sister, aunt, grandmother and friend. Ida […] — (Posted June 16, 2022)

Martha Ann Berry Martha Ann Berry, age 81, of Liberty, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday June 13, 2022, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati. Born on February 19, 1941, in Richmond, IN, she was the daughter of the late Pearly Duffy Rowe and Thereatha May Rowe. Martha is a graduate of Richmond […] — (Posted June 16, 2022)

Bret D. Eddy Bret D. Eddy, 61, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, June 14, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, shortly after being diagnosed with cancer. A lifelong resident of Connersville, Bret was born on October 1, 1961 to Betty and the late George W. Eddy Jr. After graduating from Connersville High School in 1979, […] — (Posted June 16, 2022)