Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Bonnie Opal Stockton Bonnie Opal Stockton, 99, of New Castle, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at her home. She was born May 28, 1925, in Keno, KY to Frank and Pearl (Tucker) Taylor. Bonnie attended Abundant Life Church and the Church of Jesus Christ and Latter-Day Saints, New Castle. Bonnie was a hair stylist and owned Lewis […] — (Posted April 11, 2025)

James Edward Fleming Local Legend, James Edward Fleming, 84, a loving father, and devoted partner was reunited with family and friends on Thursday, April 10, 2025 following a brief illness. A man of deep character, quick wit, and unforgettable charm, he was well loved by all who knew him. James was born on June 11, 1940 in New […] — (Posted April 11, 2025)

Carolyn Ann House Dunn Carolyn A. House-Dunn, a.k.a. “Granny” a.k.a. “Sugar Pie” age 81 of Eaton, Ohio, died Thursday, April 10, 2025 at her residence. She was born on August 9, 1943, in Cincinnati, Ohio, daughter of the late Jess Lawrence and Violet Marie (Waldroff) Watkins. She was a 1961 Fairfield High School graduate, and attended Southern Ohio College […] — (Posted April 11, 2025)

Linda L. VanWinkle RICHMOND, IN– Linda L. VanWinkle, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Arbor Trace. Born August 24, 1947, in Henry County, Indiana, to Ralph Edward and Margaret Lou Conway Clawson, Linda lived most of her life in this community. She was a high school graduate and worked as a sales associate […] — (Posted April 10, 2025)

Betty Hatfield Betty Hatfield, 85, of Richmond, passed away on April 9, 2025, at the Willows of Richmond. She was born December 6, 1939 and lived in View full obituary — (Posted April 10, 2025)

Patricia Lynn Wilder CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Patricia Lynn Wilder, age 72, of Centerville, Indiana, died Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born July 21, 1952, to Donald and Barbara JoAnne Wyant Strauser, Patty had lived in Centerville for about 13 years. She was a graduate of Madison Heights High School in Anderson, Indiana, where she held a […] — (Posted April 10, 2025)

Toni Mardelle Coleman Toni Mardelle Coleman, 76, of Hagerstown, left this world unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, to forever live in the presence of Jesus. She was born on August 13, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, the only child of the late Walter and Ardelle (McGuigan) Thomson. Toni loved God, her family, her church, and all of her […] — (Posted April 10, 2025)

Wilma Mock-Brindley Wilma Mock-Brindley passed away on Tuesday April 8, 2025, while a resident at Heritage House Rehabilitation and Health Care in Connersville, IN at the age View full obituary — (Posted April 10, 2025)

Judge Paul D. Henry Judge Paul D. Henry, 76 of Eaton, Ohio died suddenly Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Kettering Health Preble, Eaton, Ohio. Born May 2, 1948, in Dayton, Ohio he was the son of the late George L. & Martha E. (Cotterman) Henry. He attended Lanier School and graduated from Twin-Valley South School in 1966. He graduated […] — (Posted April 9, 2025)

Lawrence E. Kirkpatrick Lawrence Edward Kirkpatrick, 73, of Pennville, IN died in an accident near his home on Sunday, March 30, 2025. He was born in Danville, KY on December 2, 1951 to Charles and Thelma Kirkpatrick. He served with the US Marine Corps. Private services will be conducted at the convenience of the family with burial in […] — (Posted April 9, 2025)

Carla “Phyllis” Leis Carla “Phyllis” Leis, age 66, of Eldorado, OH and formerly of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. She was born October 21, 1958 in Richmond, KY to the late Carl and Addie Brown. She worked with the Preble County Victim Witness Program for […] — (Posted April 9, 2025)

Stacy Lutz Davidson Stacy Lutz Davidson, of Richmond, Indiana, age 53, passed away after a long illness on Monday, March 31, 2025. She was born on April 6, 1971, in Lexington, Ky. to Deedie Goodwin Lutz and the late Daniel Louis Lutz. She leaves behind a daughter, Lahndyr Makai Davidson, and a granddaughter, Amoora L. Davidson. Stacy was […] — (Posted April 9, 2025)

Ellen Lang Ellen Lang, age 90, passed away on March 11, 2025, in Horseshoe Bay, Texas. She was a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Ellen was born on August 30, 1934, in Manchester, Kentucky. She spent most of her life in Centerville, Indiana, where […] — (Posted April 9, 2025)

Gladys J. Schraub Gladys Jean Schraub, 96, of Wayne Township, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025 at Hawthorn Glen Senior Living Campus. She was born in Middletown on May 1, 1928 to parents, Virgil and Anna (Jones) Hawkins. Gladys was a graduate of Trenton High School Class of 1947 and married her high school sweetheart, Henry O […] — (Posted April 9, 2025)

Tamara Cook Tamara Cook, 82, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital. She was born December 2, 1942, in New Castle to the late William and Deloris (Smith) Winter. Tamara loved to spend time with family and friends. She attended Spiceland Friends Church and worked at the Soldiers and Sailors Home […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)

Karen Lee Niblick 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 April 8, 2025)

Paula Rae Heindl Paula Rae (Vandever) Heindl, age 71 of Eaton, Ohio passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 12, 1953 in Miami, Florida, daughter of the late Paul E. Vandever & Alberta Geraldine Paro. She retired after 20 years as an office manager for Dayton […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)

Donald E. Blaylock Donald E. Blaylock, age 82, of Camden passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025 at his daughter’s residence. He was born May 13, 1942 in Hamilton, OH to the late Roy Blaylock and Faye (King) Slusher. Donald worked with RA Miller Construction for 27 years; he was an avid fisherman, winning an award for the […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)

Brad Linn Bradley Ryan Linn passed away unexpectedly on Monday evening April 7, 2025, in Connersville at the age of 43. He was born in Rushville, Indiana View full obituary — (Posted April 8, 2025)

Alan W. Emmons Alan W. Emmons, 65, of New Castle passed away Monday, April 7, 2025 at IU Health Ball Hospital. He was born December 7, 1959 in Washington, Indiana to the late Carl and Mary (Belcher) Emmons. Alan was a loving, caring person who had a big heart that would help anyone in need. With his quiet […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)

Reverend Fred Lee Collins Reverend Fred Lee Collins, 88, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Heritage House of Connersville. One of thirteen children to Lorenzo and Mary Powell Collins, Fred was born October 19, 1936, in Kerby Knob, Kentucky. On April 6, 1957, Fred married the former Hester Estes in […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)

Charles Duane McKinney Charles Duane McKinney was born May 13, 1964, to Hubert and Frances (Bell) McKinney, Jr., in Richmond, Indiana. He went to be with our Lord, View full obituary — (Posted April 8, 2025)

Kenneth Dale Hacker Kenneth Dale Hacker, 90, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord early on the morning of Monday, April 7, 2025, at Henry Community Health following a brief illness. He was born July 31, 1934, in Martinsville, Indiana, a son of the late Ernest L. and Mabel (Landrum) Hacker. Kenny was well-known and […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)

Juanitha “Julie” E.J. Garrett Juanitha E. J. Garrett, 61, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on April 3, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. She was born on March View full obituary — (Posted April 8, 2025)

David Raye Cross David Raye Cross, 77, of New Castle, passed away early Monday morning, April 7, 2025, at home following a brief illness. He was born on March 3, 1948, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Homer C. and Evelyn I. (Favorite) Cross. David graduated from Blue River Valley High School in 1966, where […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)

Donald Ray Lawson Obituary Pending Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM, Family and friends may visit Thursday View full obituary — (Posted April 7, 2025)

Michael D. Sheets Michael D. Sheets, beloved husband, dad, brother, uncle, grandpa, and friend, was called home on April 3rd surrounded by family. He was 69. Michael was born November 4th, 1955 at Reid Memorial Hospital, grew up in Fountain City and graduated from Northeastern High School, where he met his high school sweetheart, best friend and wife […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)

Aletha E. Cook Aletha E. Cook, 42, passed away at Reid Health on Tuesday afternoon, April 1. Aletha was born in Richmond, Indiana on May 7, 1982 to Jon & June Stamper Jeffries. Aletha was raised outside Williamsburg and was a 2000 graduate of Northeastern High School, where she was a member of the Varsity Softball Team. She […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)

Paul D. Sturgis Paul D. Sturgis, 84, of Winchester, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Monday evening, March 24. Paul was born in Richmond, Indiana on September 5, 1940 to Willard J. & Nellie A. Personette Sturgis. Paul attended Richmond High School. He joined the workforce at an early starting out at […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)

Martha Jones Mrs. Martha Jones, 88, formerly of Lynn, passed away at Millers Merry Manor in Marion, Indiana on Tuesday morning, March 25. She was born in Monon, Indiana on June 20, 1936 to Paul R. & Verna J. Long Murray. In 1955, Martha won the title of Miss Lafayette. She went on to compete […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)