Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Norma J. Werner Norma J. Werner, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, February 28, 2022, at home surrounded by her family. Born May 13, 1938, in Greene County, Tennessee, to Fain and Tabitha Barr Gregg, Norma lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of her life. She was a 1957 graduate of Boston High School in Indiana. Norma […] — (Posted March 4, 2022)

Phillip D. Elleman Phillip D. Elleman 74 of Richmond passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2022. He was born May 10, 1947, in Eldorado, Ohio to Lowell and Jeanette Miller Elleman and lived in this area all of his life. Phillip was a sergeant in the Air Force serving in Germany. He worked as an insurance agent with […] — (Posted March 4, 2022)

Martha Eurick Martha Eurick, 95, formerly of Connersville, passed away in McKee, Kentucky on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. One of six children of Christopher Eugene and Nancy Margaret Richmond Ladd, Martha was born in Alpine, Indiana on March 11, 1926. In her leisure time, she enjoyed fishing, shopping, cookouts, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. […] — (Posted March 4, 2022)

Eula F. Pedersen Eula F. Pedersen, 95, a resident of New Castle passed away Saturday, February 26, 2022 at Springhurst Health Campus. She was born November 17, 1926 in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late Jerry M. and Mary Ethel (Ragan) Sexton. A homemaker, she had attended Park Place Free Methodist Church in New Castle. Eula was the […] — (Posted February 28, 2022)

Kya June Spears Kya June Spears took her final rest in the arms of her loving parents, Stephen Spears and Presley Rees on February 22nd, 2022 at Riley Children’s Hospital. Kya’s presence, laughter, smile and light will be missed more than her parents have the words to describe. Kya arrived on June 16th, 2021, a blessing placed softly […] — (Posted February 28, 2022)

Allen Scott Luginbill Allen Scott Luginbill. After a brief illness Scott left his journey on earth 02-13-22 . Predeceased was his Father Tom J. Luginbill New Paris, Step Sister Debra J. Cordine (John David). In also his beloved dog Jasper. He is survived by his step Mother Jo A. Luginbill (Mamajo) New Paris, Step Nephew Daniel Cordine (Beth), […] — (Posted February 28, 2022)

Mary L. Wilmot Mary L. Wilmot, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Reid Health surrounded by her family. Mary was born on June 29, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana, to Clarence and Mary Trotter. She lived in Richmond all her life, except for the 15 years she lived in Rockmart, Georgia. Mary was […] — (Posted February 28, 2022)

Susan K. Cook Susan K. Cook, age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Golden LivingCenter – Golden Rule surrounded by her family. Born January 31, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, to Richard and Pauline Schuerman Thistlethwaite, Susan was a life-long resident of this community. She was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Susan enjoyed […] — (Posted February 28, 2022)

Billie Flora Jean McQuinley Blakley Billie Flora Jean McQuinley Blakley, 91, of Connersville, passed away on Friday February 25, 2022. She was born on April 5, 1930, in Connersville to William S. McQuinley and Naina Priscilla Curry McQuinley. She graduated in 1948 from Connersville. She was a member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority. She had her own band for a […] — (Posted February 28, 2022)

Rose E. Burris Rose E. Burris passed away peacefully at the age of 65 on Tuesday, February 22nd after a long battle with cancer. Born on November 9th, 1956 to Blanche and Joe Dye, Rose spent most of her life in Richmond and in New Castle. Rose, a lifelong animal lover and advocate, worked at the Henry County […] — (Posted February 27, 2022)

Phillip Allen “Phil” Monger Phillip Allen “Phil” Monger was born in Richmond, Indiana, on June 21, 1939. He died peacefully surrounded by his family at Reid Health on February 13, 2022. Phil was the only child of Walter and Vivian Myers Monger. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1957 and attended Indiana University (IU), where he earned a […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Lois “Gail” Richmond Lois “Gail” Richmond, age 69, of Richmond IN, passed away on February 23, 2022, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on January 10, 1953, in Cincinnati, OH, to Milburn and Dorothy (Abbott) Humphrey. She married Bobby C Richmond on October 12, 1968, at the Brookville United Methodist Church and together they […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Ray A. Isaac Ray A. Isaac, 79, of Bowling Green, Kentucky passed away peacefully on February 14, 2022, surrounded by his family. He grew up in Union County, Indiana and worked in Richmond and Connersville for many years. Ray knew how to tell a good story. Whether he was telling a story to his grandchildren or to a […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Linda Lee Erk Linda Lee Erk, 72, passed away Saturday morning February 19, 2022 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. A daughter of the late Noble and Mary (Dungan) Breeden, Linda was born on Williamstown, Kentucky on February 9, 1950. She moved to New Paris Ohio when she was seven years old and has lived most of her […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Dalton T. Milnes Dalton T. Milnes, 31, passed away at his home in Prescott, AZ, unexpectedly on January 23rd, 2022. Born in Richmond, IN, on October 27th, 1990, he attended Northeastern High School and was a part of the Varsity Tennis Team. He was on the #1 Doubles team and finished his Senior year with a 20-2 record […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Angela “Ange” Parker-Caldwell Angela “Ange” Parker-Caldwell 49 of Richmond passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2022, at the Springs of Richmond. She was born August 31, 1972, in Richmond to Mike Parker and Anita Jean Clements Caldwell and lived here all of her life. She was a homemaker. Ange loved spending her time babysitting, spending time with her […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Lucille Harless Lucille Harless, 94, longtime resident of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at Addison Place Senior Living. She was born April 29, 1927 in Byrdstown, Tennessee, the daughter of the late William and Minnie (Garrett) Thompson. She was a 1946 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. She was a hairdresser for 30 […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Donald D. Lundy Donald D. Lundy, 77, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2022 at his residence. He was born March 1, 1944 in Henry County, a son of the late John Hugh and Ardola Jane (Gable) Lundy. Don retired from the State of Indiana in 2010 after 16 years of service with INDOT. He had […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Tanya L. Melody Tanya L. Melody, 50, of Richmond, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022 at her home. She was born December 8, 1971 to Robert and Brenda Blair Marcum. She graduated from Centerville High School in 1990 and earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through Ivy Tech. For a number of years, she worked as a […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Kenneth Duane “Kenny” Hutton Kenneth Duane “Kenny” Hutton, age 88, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, February 21, 2022, at Reid Health. Born February 18, 1934, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Chester and Lelia Alexander Hutton, Kenny lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army. Kenny was a carpenter by trade. He retired from […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Darin Wayne Morris Darin passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Feb. 20, 2022, after a short battle with cancer. Darin worked as a heavy Machine operator in Greenfield Indiana for many years before returning home to Richmond. Darin truly loved the outdoors. Bike rides, Hunting, fishing, floating down the river or just sitting by […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

Carole Ann Powell Carole Ann Powell, age 79, passed away at Forest Park Health Campus on February 19, 2022. She was born December 21, 1942, the daughter of Howard and Evelyn Montgomery, in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania. Carole had worked at J.C. Penney’s. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with her family and grandkids. Carole’s most favorite […] — (Posted February 24, 2022)

James Edward Carr James Edward Carr, age 46, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, February 17, 2022, at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born January 19, 1976, in Richmond, Indiana, to Larry and Kathie Hall Carr, James lived in Indianapolis most of his life. He graduated from the Indiana School for the Deaf in 1993, where he later […] — (Posted February 23, 2022)

Alta Jane Bell Alta Jane Bell, 74, of Connersville, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022 at her home. She was born January 23, 1948 in Connersville to Mr. Saunders and Mrs. Cora Alice Ritchey. In her leisure, she enjoyed going to flea markets and fishing. Survivors include her husband Larry Bell, and several nieces and nephews. She is […] — (Posted February 23, 2022)

Larry Wayne Mullins Larry Wayne Mullins, 68, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Dayton VA Medical Center. He was born March 14,1953 to William and Mary Feebeck Mullins in Connersville, Indiana. He grew up in Laurel, Indiana where he loved to play sports including basketball, baseball, and track. His love of […] — (Posted February 23, 2022)

Joanna Morgan Connersville – Joanna Morgan was born March 3, 1933 to John and Anna Criss in Cleves, Ohio. She died peacefully on February 18, 2022, though the cruel decline from dementia had taken her from her loved ones slowly over the past five years. She and her husband, Richard (Dick) Morgan, married and made their home […] — (Posted February 23, 2022)

Larry Wayne Mullins Larry Wayne Mullins, 68, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Dayton VA Medical Center. He was born March 14,1953 to William and Mary Feebeck Mullins in Connersville, Indiana. He grew up in Laurel, Indiana where he loved to play sports including basketball, baseball, and track. His love of […] — (Posted February 23, 2022)

Frederick E. Sheffer Frederick E. “Fred” Sheffer, age 80, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, February 21, 2022, at Reid Health. Born October 10, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, to Willard and Pauline Crawford Sheffer, Fred was a life-long resident of this community. He served in the U.S. Army. Fred worked as a boat mechanic at Recreational Marine in Richmond […] — (Posted February 23, 2022)

Lillie “Mae” Ashcraft Lillie “Mae” Ashcraft, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Reid Health. Born October 3, 1938, in Honey Grove, Texas, to Dock and Goldie Freeman Clark, Mae moved from Virginia to Richmond when she was 16 years old. Mae enjoyed camping and traveling. Survivors include her children, Pat (Mark) Brumfield of […] — (Posted February 22, 2022)

Sue F. (Walls) Chamberlain Sue F. (Walls) Chamberlain, 84, Richmond, passed away Feb. 17, 2022 after a sudden illness. She was born Feb. 14, 1938 in Middleburg, KY to Myrtle Walls. She was a graduate of Richmond High School. She worked for many years as an executive assistant for Richmond Community Schools before retiring from Bullerdick Furniture. She loved […] — (Posted February 22, 2022)