Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Lawrence (Larry) Bottoms Lawrence (Larry) Bottoms, age 71, died at his home in Orwell, OH on April 27, 2022. He was the son of Clayton and Virginia Whirley (Culbertson) born September 30, 1950, in New Paris, OH. Larry was married to his wife Peggy Bottoms on July 26, 1974, and they have lived in Orwell for the last […] — (Posted May 26, 2022)

Christine (Gray) Mills Christine (Gray) Mills, age 89, passed away on Monday May 23, 2022 at Reid Health. She was born in McKee, Kentucky on June 17, 1932 to Lerman and Dema Wright Gray. Christine came from a large family and had taken care of herself since she was 15 years old. On October 12, 1957, she married […] — (Posted May 26, 2022)

Mary A. Gabbard Mary A. Gabbard, 93, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at Aspen Place in Greensburg, Indiana where she had been a resident for two months. She was born July 11, 1928 in Metamora, Indiana, one of nine children of Leander and Emma Bunch Carey. On August 17, 1973, she was married in Laurel […] — (Posted May 26, 2022)

Freddie J. Isaacs Freddie J. Isaacs, age 63, passed away at Reid Health on May 18, 2022, following a battle with lung cancer. He was born August 4, 1958, the son of Virgil and Anna Isaacs, in Richmond, Indiana. He leaves to cherish his memory, his daughters: Trish Isaacs and Candace Isaacs; grandchildren: Tyshon McDowell, Jahvon McDowell and […] — (Posted May 26, 2022)

Brian L. Rhodus Brian L. Rhodus, 61, of Richmond, died Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Reid Health. He was born in New Castle on January 20, 1961 to Jerry and Betty (Bunch) Rhodus. He was a member of Hagerstown First United Methodist Church and had served with the U.S. Navy and the National Guard. Survivors include his mother, […] — (Posted May 24, 2022)

Beverly Ann Coyle Beverly Ann Coyle, 57, of Centerville, died may 23, 2022 at Auburn Village in Auburn after an extended illness. She was born October 12, 1964 in Richmond to Dewain and Barbara Hayhurst hall and lived in the Richmond area all her life. She formerly worked as a C.N.A.. she enjoyed crafting and decorating for the […] — (Posted May 24, 2022)

Carl H. Pfeiffer Carl H. Pfeiffer, 86, of Elwood, IN, formerly of Lynn, IN, passed away Thursday evening, May 19, 2022, at Elwood Healthcare of Elwood, IN. He was born August 24, 1935 in Warren County, Ohio, the son of Carl and Elizabeth H. (Joerger) Pfeiffer. He was a 1953 graduate of Wayne Township School in Butler County, […] — (Posted May 24, 2022)

Patti Baumer Patti Baumer, 77, of Losantville, passed away peacefully with her family surrounding her on Sunday, May 22, at Reid Health, where she was lovingly cared for by the nurses and staff on 5 East. She was born Patricia Ann Brooks in Wayne County, Indiana on October 16, 1944 to Albert J. and Jessie Marker Brooks. […] — (Posted May 24, 2022)

Harold H. Baker Harold H. Baker, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Reid Health. Born January 13, 1939, in Randolph County, Indiana, to David H, and Hester Setser Baker, Harold was a life-long resident of this area. He enjoyed golf, bowling, gardening, camping and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member […] — (Posted May 24, 2022)

Pamela Jane Toschlog Pamela Jane Toschlog, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, May 22, 2022, at Reid Health. Born June 23, 1951, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Richard and Evelyn F. Dorrel Sauerland, Pamela was a life-long resident of this area. She was a homemaker and farm wife, and enjoyed gardening, flowers, and knitting. Survivors include her husband, […] — (Posted May 24, 2022)

Joseph Raymond “Ray” Ferriell Joseph Raymond “Ray” Ferriell, age 95, of Centerville, Indiana, died Sunday, May 22, 2022, at Reid Health. Born August 23, 1926, in Cleveland, Ohio, to William and Nettie Smith Ferriell, Ray lived in Centerville most of his life. He was a 1945 graduate of Centerville High School, served in the United States Army, and worked […] — (Posted May 24, 2022)

Thomas Francis Neuman Thomas Francis Neuman, 63, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, May 19, 2022 at his home. He was born July 1, 1958 in Connersville, one of eight children of William J. and Delores M. Metzger Neuman, and he was a 1977 graduate of Connersville High School. Thomas was employed at Visteon for […] — (Posted May 22, 2022)

Vera Adeline (Knipp) Vance Vera Adeline (Knipp) Vance, 88, of Connersville, passed away at the home of her son, Steve, on May 19, 2022. She had been in failing health for the past few years. She was born July 17, 1933 in Milton, Indiana. She was one of four children born to Lester C. and Ruth M. (Kellam) Knipp […] — (Posted May 22, 2022)

Thomas Francis Neuman Thomas Francis Neuman, 63, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, May 19, 2022 at his home. He was born July 1, 1958 in Connersville, one of eight children of William J. and Delores M. Metzger Neuman, and he was a 1977 graduate of Connersville High School. Thomas was employed at Visteon for […] — (Posted May 22, 2022)

James Logan Sexton James Logan Sexton, 50, of New Castle passed away on the morning of Thursday, May 19, 2022 at Hancock Regional Health in Greenfield, Indiana. He was born on February 17, 1972 in New Castle, IN, a son of Dave Sexton and Maggie Stephens. James graduated from New Castle High School in 1991 where he played […] — (Posted May 22, 2022)

Freddie J. Isaacs Freddie J. Isaacs, age 63, passed away at Reid Health on May 18, 2022. He was born August 4, 1958, the son of Virgil and Anna Isaacs, in Richmond, Indiana. He leaves to cherish his memory, his daughters: Trish Isaacs and Candace Isaacs; grandchildren: Tyshon McDowell, Jahvon McDowell and Antron Mebane; a sister: Georgia Smoker; […] — (Posted May 22, 2022)

Mary Rose Sexton Mary Rose Sexton, 86, of New Castle, IN passed away Thursday May 19, 2022, at Henry Community Health. She was born July 23, 1935, in Clinton, TN to the late Wiley and Lutricia (Holloway) Wright. Mary married the love of her life, Audney Sexton and spent over 40 years of marriage together until his passing. […] — (Posted May 22, 2022)

Gregory Dale Vaughn Gregory Dale Vaughn, age 62, of Centerville, passed away peacefully Friday, May 20th, 2022 in his home surrounded by his wife, daughter, and puppies after a valiant battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Kim Vaughn; his daughter Kaitlin Vaughn; his brother Gary Vaughn (Melanie); two pups Rylee and Zoey; and two grand-pups, […] — (Posted May 22, 2022)

Michael Eugene Hensley Michael Eugene Hensley, age 68, passed away at Reid Health on May 18, 2022. He was born December 5, 1953, the son of Robert and Dovie Hensley, in Clinton, Tennessee. Michael had worked at Dixon’s Auto Trim for approximately 25 years doing upholstery on auto interiors. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, dirt track racing and his […] — (Posted May 20, 2022)

Cynthia Allien McKinney Cynthia Allien McKinney, age 59, went home to be with our Lord and Savior following a six-year battle with cancer on May 15, 2022. She was born January 4, 1963, the daughter of Richard “Dick” and Patricia DeSonie, in Troy, Ohio. Cynthia was a resident of Wayne County and had worked at Richmond Baking Company […] — (Posted May 20, 2022)

Margaret Anne “Peggy” Bullock Margaret Anne “Peggy” Bullock, 79, of Hagerstown, Indiana, passed away May 17th, 2022 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 9, 1943 in Richmond, to Wilford and Stella (Meek) Nuss of Centerville. Peggy lived most of her life in Hagerstown where she raised her 5 kids. She worked more than […] — (Posted May 20, 2022)

Aimee Nanette (Jackson) Simmons Aimee Nanette (Jackson) Simmons, 51, of Richmond, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022. She was born on December 30, 1970, in Winchester, to Melvin Dean and Ginger K. Jackson. Aimee was a 1989 graduate of Winchester Community High School. She attended Amber’s Beauty School, Ivy Tech studying Phlebotomy and Pre-Nursing, and Columbus State Community […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)

Carolyn K. Hendrix Carolyn K. Hendrix passed away peacefully at the age 85 on Friday, May 6, 2022, at Hickory Creek in Connersville, surrounded by loved ones who will honor her legacy by carrying forward her sense of resilience, humor, tenacity, and wit. Carolyn was born November 16, 1936 in Connersville. Her parents were Earl and Marjorie (Wedding) […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)

Wendell Wadsworth Wendell Wadsworth, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Sunday, May 1, 2022, at Reid Health, surrounded by his family. Born January 4, 1941, in Lee County, Kentucky, to Margaret Brandenburg, Wendell lived in Wayne County, Indiana most of his life. He worked for Conrail, formerly Penn-Central Railroad, as a brakeman for 35 years. Wendell […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)

Shirley A. Callahan Moistner Jones Baker Shirley A. Callahan Moistner Jones Baker, age 76, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022, at her home surrounded by her children and many loved ones. Born February 8, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana, to Estel and Ellen Drew Callahan, Shirley was a life-long resident of this area. She worked at several jobs throughout […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)

Laura Fredonna Newland Laura Fredonna Newland, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, May 13, 2022, at her home. Born January 1, 1938, in Richmond, Indiana, to Henry and Martha Goodlin Wesler, Fredonna lived in Richmond most of her life, but had also lived in Venice, Florida, and Mission, Texas. She graduated from Richmond High School in 1955 […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)

Marilyn Jo Van Etten Marilyn Jo Van Etten, 84, of Alpharetta, GA, passed away May 2, 2022, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Marilyn was born to the late Raymond and Lucille Brisco, February 1, 1938. Marilyn graduated from Richmond (IN) High School in 1956, and attended Ball State University in Muncie, IN. Marilyn was […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)

Emma Florence Bennett Andy Emma Florence Bennett Andy, 98, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on May 14, 2022. She was born to William McKinley Bennett and Alice Martha Woodson Bennett on January 18, 1924 in Richmond, Indiana. She attended Hibberd School and graduated from Boston High School in 1942. She was employed at Perfect Circle and spent over thirty […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)

Roger G. Stinson Roger G. Stinson, age 78, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, May 13, 2022, at his home. Born March 8, 1944, in Soldier, Kentucky, to Curtis and Opal Kegley Stinson, Roger lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army from 1959-1962. Roger was Vice President of Veterans Council in […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)

Donald F. Ashbaugh Donald F. Ashbaugh, age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, May 15, 2022, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born October 14, 1926, in Lewisville, Indiana, to Floyd J. and Cecile Garver Ashbaugh, Don was a resident of Wayne County, Indiana, most of his life. He graduated from Centerville High School in 1944 and went on to […] — (Posted May 17, 2022)