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.
LaDonna J. Clark Ladonna J. Clark, 86 of West Alexandria, Ohio died Saturday evening February 15, 2025, at Hospice of Dayton. Ladonna was born on November 5, 1938, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late John A. & Blondena (King) Bradley. She attended Richmond High School and was an area hairdresser for over 55 years operating LaDonna’s […] — (Posted February 17, 2025)
Glenn Myers Gray Glenn Myers Gray passed away on Friday February 14, 2025 at The Springs in Richmond at the age of 78. Glenn was born on October View full obituary — (Posted February 17, 2025)
David Eugene Basham David Eugene Basham, 75, of Connersville, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Reid Richmond. David was born July 14, 1949, in Butler County, Ohio, and attended Union College Corner High School. David was a semi-truck driver for many years, where he earned the achievement of a million miles driven with no accidents. He was […] — (Posted February 17, 2025)
Peggy Sue Hunter Peggy Sue Hunter, 79, of Connersville passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Hickory Creek Nursing Home. One of five children of Elgan and Sarah Saylor Hunter, Peggy was born in Metamora, Indiana on February 28, 1945 and graduated from Brookville High School. Peggy attended First Baptist Church of Connersville and she was employed in […] — (Posted February 17, 2025)
Donald “Don” Eugene Marsh Donald “Don” Eugene Marsh, 88, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Henry County Community Health. He was born on April 9, 1936, in New Castle, Indiana, the son of the late Estill and Mable (Smith) Marsh. Don was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, wood cutting and simply being outside whether mowing […] — (Posted February 16, 2025)
Donald “Don” K. Dalton Sr. Donald “Don” K. Dalton Sr., 83, of Greensboro, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at The Willows of New Castle. He was born on December 26, 1941, in Albany, Kentucky, the son of the late James Marion and Elva Elizabeth (Cooksey) Dalton Jr. Don was known as one of the kindest and sweetest men […] — (Posted February 15, 2025)
Linda L. Moberly O’Dell Linda L. Moberly O’Dell, age 76, of Eaton, OH, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at her residence with her loving family by her side. She was born February 6, 1949 in Eaton, OH to the late William “Bill” and Helen (Henderson) Moberly. Linda worked at Dayton Flexible Products in Eaton for 13 years. […] — (Posted February 15, 2025)
Pandora L. “Pandy” Smith Pandora L. “Pandy” Smith, age 67 of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 at her residence. She was born July 21, 1957 in Rockford, IL. Pandy was a graduate of Dixie High School; she was a dietary aide at Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton; and was the owner and operator […] — (Posted February 15, 2025)
William Eugene Johnson Jr. William Eugene Johnson, Jr., 58, of Connersville, passed away at his residence Wednesday, February 12, 2025. A son of William and Danna Allen Johnson, William was born March 26, 1966. William worked as a machine operator for Stant in Connersville. In his leisure time, he enjoyed being outdoors and doing activities such as fishing and […] — (Posted February 15, 2025)
David Lee Wilson David Lee Wilson, 71, a resident of New Castle passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025 at his home. He was born December 29, 1953 in New Castle. Dave was employed as a security guard in both Florida and Indianapolis for over 40 years. He had also owned a private investigator business in Florida. A veteran […] — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Stanley Eastman Jacksonburg – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stanley Eastman, who left us peacefully on February 11, 2025 at the age of 77.  Stan was born on January 24, 1948 in Smither’s Bottom, Frankfort, Kentucky to Harold and Anna Eastman. He considered Peaks Mill Christian Church in Frankfort his home […] — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Marcella Irene Cates Marcella Irene (Campbell) Cates passed away Friday, February 14th, 2025, in the early morning at 92 years old. She was born January 6th, 1933, the View full obituary — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Kent Stuckey William K. (Kent) Stuckey passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, February 11, 2025, at Friends Fellowship in Richmond, IN after a short stay. He was born September 23, 1936, in Spartanburg, IN the son of William O. and Shirley B.K. (Mikesell) Stuckey. Kent was a 1955 graduate of Spartanburg High School and wore the purple […] — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Lala Jean Lynn Lala Jean Lynn, 74 of Connersville passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 20, 1950, View full obituary — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Joseph Michael Peggs Joseph Michael Peggs, 57, of Cambridge City, formerly of Knightstown, passed away in a tragic accident on February 12, 2025. He was born in Rush County on August 6, 1967 to Myra (Mattix) Wills and Harvey Peggs.  Joe was a 1986 graduate of Knightstown High School and attended Ball State University. He was self-employed and […] — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Patricia Ann Rockwell Patricia Ann Rockwell, 80, of Connersville, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Reid Richmond. A daughter of Harold and Mary Dye Pollitt, Patricia was born January 21, 1945, in Connersville and graduated from Milroy High School with the class of 1963. On April 27, 2002, Patricia married Rocky Rockwell at Milroy Christian Church. Mr. […] — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Dennis Ray McCracken, Sr. Dennis Ray McCracken, Sr., was born January 24th, 1930, In Livingston, Kentucky, to Moss & Goldie (Head) McCracken. He passed away February 13th, 2025; he View full obituary — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Albert Lee Cole ALBERT L. COLE, passed away at his home, on February 4th, 2025. He was born on February 21st, 1964, in Richmond, Indiana, the son of View full obituary — (Posted February 14, 2025)
Marilyn J. Idle Marilyn J. Idle, age 99 years, 11 months, 28 days, of Eaton, Ohio, and formerly of Springboro, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Hillspring of Springboro, Springboro, Ohio. Born on February 15, 1925 in St. Paul, Minnesota, she was the daughter of the late Henry C. and Jean E. (Morse) Boldt. Marilyn retired […] — (Posted February 13, 2025)
Judith A. Clark Judith “Judy” A. Clark, 82, of Richmond, formerly of Greens Fork, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at The Springs of Richmond. Judy was born on September 4, 1942 in Richmond to Anthony and Alta Case. Judy grew up in Richmond. She was a manager at various former jobs and retired from Cinram. Judy […] — (Posted February 13, 2025)
Marilyn C. Withrow Marilyn (Rheinhardt) Withrow, 91, our beloved and devoted mother passed away on February 11th, 2025, in Richmond, Indiana, surrounded by all of her children. She was born on August 13, 1933, in Richmond, Indiana, to Mildred and Clarence (Lindy) Lienemann. Marilyn, a life-long Catholic, attended Saint Andrew’s grade school and graduated from Richmond Senior High […] — (Posted February 13, 2025)
Emily A. Wise RICHMOND, IN– Emily A. Wise, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born January 2, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana, to John W. and Stella E. Ebert Lantz, Emily lived in this community most of her life and was a 1964 graduate of Richmond High School. Following graduation, she became […] — (Posted February 13, 2025)
Roy “Buster” Elmer Caudle RICHMOND, Ind. – Roy “Buster” Elmer Caudle, age 99, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at The Springs of Richmond, surrounded by family. Born March 28, 1925, in Kingston, TN, to Jesse Martin and Margaret Annie Wright Caudle, Roy was a life-long resident of Richmond, having moved here at the age of two, […] — (Posted February 13, 2025)
Travis R. Hughes Travis Randal Hughes, 48, of Liberty, passed away on February 11, 2025. Travis was born October 27, 1976, and is the son of Randy and View full obituary — (Posted February 13, 2025)
Douglas C. Sharp Douglas Sharp, son of Iris Clevenger Sharp and Raymond Sharp, was born on May 19, 1944, and passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Linda Mullens Sharp, and his children: Scott Sharp (Debbie), Steve Sharp, Shaun Sharp (Ashley), and Sondra Passmore (Corey). He […] — (Posted February 12, 2025)
Margaret Theresa Robinson RICHMOND, Ind. – Our beloved mother, Margaret Robinson, died on February 11, 2025, after a brief illness. She was 92. Margaret was born in Tipton, IN to Albert and Lilian Gall. She graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy. She met her future husband, John Robinson, on a double date with her sister. They married in June […] — (Posted February 12, 2025)
James Stewart Hamm James Stewart Hamm died Monday, Feb. 10, 2025 at the Willows of New Castle after having been in failing health for the past five years. He was 90 years old. Born in New Castle Feb. 5, 1935, Jim was the son of Fred and Martha (Stewart) Hamm.  He grew up on farms in Liberty Township […] — (Posted February 12, 2025)
Alice Mary Rees RICHMOND, IN– Alice Mary Rees, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died peacefully Monday, February 10, 2025 at home. Born June 15, 1940, to Harold E. and Mary M. Taylor Jones, Alice married Bill Rees and lived all over the country before settling back in Richmond in 2000. She was an art teacher and continued her […] — (Posted February 12, 2025)
Gloria McGaughey It is with deep sorrow, we announce the death of Gloria Maxine McGaughey, 93, of New Castle Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center. She was born November 27, 1931, in Farmer’s Kentucky to the late Robert and Beulah Royce. Gloria graduated from New Castle High School. Shortly after, she and James C. […] — (Posted February 12, 2025)
James O. Schetgen James Schetgen, 93, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at his home. He was born July 11, 1931, in Oldenburg, Franklin County to the late Anthony Leo and Mary (Wesling) Schetgen. He graduated from New Castle High School in 1949 and served in the United States Marine Corps. James worked for Chrysler […] — (Posted February 11, 2025)