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.

Shirley Kathleen Hunter Shirley Kathleen Hunter, 85, of Richmond, passed away January 30, 2022, at Reid Health after a short illness. She was born September 13, 1936, in Richmond to Hubert and Mary Davis Shaffer; she lived in Kingsport, TN before moving back to Richmond after her husband James died in 2006. She worked at L & L […] — (Posted February 1, 2022)

Jon Michael Redd Jon Michael Redd, 59, of Brownsville, Indiana, passed way Friday, January 28, 2022, at Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio. Jon was born May 14, 1962, in Wayne County, Indiana, one of eleven children of Joe and Carolyn Spivey Redd and graduated from Excel Adult Learning Center in Richmond Indiana. For several years, he was a […] — (Posted February 1, 2022)

Earl E. Allen Earl E. Allen, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 28, 2022, at Reid Health. Born July 31, 1924, in English, Indiana, to Torrance F. and Elma Faye Allstout Allen, Earl lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of his life. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Earl retired from […] — (Posted February 1, 2022)

Irvin L. “Bud” Toschlog Irvin L. “Bud” Toschlog, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, January 30, 2022, at Reid Health. Born September 3, 1934, in Centerville, Indiana, to Anthony “Tony” and Ethel E. Sitloh Toschlog, Bud lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army. Bud retired from Dana Corporation, where he […] — (Posted February 1, 2022)

Charles Franklin Wampler Charles Franklin Wampler, 99, of rural Cambridge City, Indiana, passed away Sunday morning, January 30th, 2022, at Forest Park Health Campus in Richmond, Indiana. A son to the late Franklin Elmer and Clara Alice (Rhoades) Wampler. Charles was born on October 24th, 1922, in Henry County, Indiana. Charles spent his life as a farmer and […] — (Posted January 31, 2022)

Merrill A. “Pete” Reece Merrill A. “Pete” Reece of New Castle lost his earthly battle with Alzheimer’s on January 29, 2022 and went to be with the Lord at the age of 73. Born September 19, 1948 in Muncie, IN he is the son of Ivan and Mary (Ford) Reece. Pete was preceded in death by his father, Ivan […] — (Posted January 31, 2022)

Debra Mefford, Debra Mefford, 57, of New Castle, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 21, 1964, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Robert & Janie (Lowe) Lawson. Debra attended New Castle Chrysler High School. She married the love of her life, Jeff and enjoyed […] — (Posted January 31, 2022)

Effie Jean (Jones) Troxell Mrs. Effie Jean (Jones) Troxell left this world & found peace Friday Jan. 28th 2022. She was born June 28th 1938 in Cooper, KY to Sherman & Dorothy (Watson) Jones. She was a good wife, mother, high school graduate, talented interior decorator & entrepreneur. She worked hard all her life & touched the lives of […] — (Posted January 30, 2022)

Deanna E. Hawkins Deanna E. Hawkins, age 49, a New Castle resident, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2022, at Henry Community Health. She was born July 29, 1972, in Delaware, Ohio, a daughter of Dean & Sarah Hawkins. Deanna enjoyed spending time with her family, especially going to her grandkids sporting events. She was a very funny person […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Julie Ann Dawson Julie Ann Dawson, 69, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed way Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at Majestic Care where she had been a resident. She was born January 12, 1953 in Connersville and was a 1972 graduate of Short High School in Union County, Indiana. She worked at Visteon for 31 years. Julie was a […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Deborah Ann Ervin Deborah Ann Ervin, 66, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Hickory Creek, Greensburg, Indiana. She was born February 20, 1955 in Connersville to Gene Mullen and Patricia Fredrick. On September 4, 1971, she married Jerald Monroe Ervin at Calvary Baptist Church. Mr. Ervin survives. Deborah worked as a clerk […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Marcella Grizzell Marcella Grizzell, 75, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at Reid Health Richmond. She was born March 9, 1946 in Rushville, Indiana to Elmer Griffin, Sr. and Cynthia Chrisman Griffin. On June 6, 1981, she married Ronald Ray Grizzell in Jellico, Tennessee. Mr. Grizzell passed away March 19, 2006. She worked for Visteon […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Charles David McDaniel Charles David McDaniel, 81, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at his residence. He was born January 16, 1940 in Rushville, Indiana, one of ten children of Vernal and Hazel Cordray McDaniel and was a graduate of Alquina High School. In 1972, he married Sue Fields in Clintwood, Virginia. Mrs. McDaniel survives. Charles […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Vera M. Morris Vera M. Morris, age 93, of Eaton, OH passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton. She was born on January 30, 1928 in Montgomery County, OH to the late Cletus and Rosa (Mills) Ressler. Vera was a graduate of Eaton High School; and was a member of the Eaton […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Donald L. Meade Donald L. Meade, 83 of Knightstown, went to be with the Lord on January 27th, 2022 surrounded by family. He was the son of Lee and Martha (Ball) Meade who preceded him in death. Also, preceding him were his brothers, Robert D. Meade of Bellingham, Washington, Malcolm Meade of Dayton, Ohio and his nephew, Norman […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Aaron Dean Johnson Aaron Dean Johnson passed away on January 24, 2022. He was born February 19, 1953 to Thomas Clyde and Dorothy Perkins Johnson. Aaron graduated from RSH, served in the army and had worked for Wayne Works for many years until they closed. He also drove trucks for Celadon trucking, enjoyed bowling, shooting pool and had […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Eric K. Gibbs Eric K. Gibbs, age 66, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Reid Health. Born September 26, 1955, in Richmond, Indiana, to Louis E. and Gloria Christina Backus Gibbs, Eric lived in Richmond most of his life. He was a 1973 graduate of Richmond High School, where he played football and was named […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Cassandra “Sonnie” Coyner Cassandra “Sonnie” Coyner, age 76, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Heritage Woods of Noblesville surrounded by her family. Born August 9, 1945, in Olive Hill, Kentucky, to William Orie and Thelma Mahala Jones Knipp, Sonnie lived in Richmond most of her life. She graduated from Richmond High School in 1964. […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Dakota Alan Scott Dakota Alan Scott, 26, of Hagerstown, died Thursday, January 27, 2022. He was born in New Castle on August 18, 1995 to Bradley and Michelle (Warvel) Scott and was a life long resident of the Hagerstown area. He enjoyed playing basketball and being outdoors. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, […] — (Posted January 29, 2022)

Arthur Eugene Powell Arthur Eugene Powell, 93, passed away Wednesday evening January 26, 2022 at Signature Healthcare in Muncie, Indiana. A son of the late William Arthur and Bernice (Passmore) Powell, Arthur was born in Fayette County, near Bentonville, Indiana on June 18, 1928. He graduated in the top five of his class (there were only five students) […] — (Posted January 28, 2022)

Gale Douglas Hornsby God saw he was getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arm around him and whispered, “Come with me.” With tearful eyes we watched him suffer, and saw him fade away. Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working […] — (Posted January 28, 2022)

Brenda Hammond Brenda Hammond, age 76, a New Castle resident, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022, at her residence. She was born January 24, 1945, a daughter of Isaac Engle and Margaret (Miller) Engle Brenda was a graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. She had attended college and worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Brenda […] — (Posted January 27, 2022)

Jackie Ray Franklin Jackie Ray Franklin, 60, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, January 18th, 2022, peacefully at his home. Jackie came into the world with a bang on July 4, 1961, in Frankfort, Indiana to the late Benjamin & Margaret (Howe) Franklin. Jackie from the very moment he found out he was going to be a […] — (Posted January 27, 2022)

Dainty Crystal Towe Dainty Crystal Towe, age 92, of New Castle, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022 at her residence. She was born June 22, 1929 in Williamsburg, Indiana, a daughter of Cecil and Effie (Smith) Tungate. Dainty worked as manager for the Dollar General Store for several years before her retirement in 2006. She attended First Church […] — (Posted January 27, 2022)

Reverend John W. Stewart Reverend John W. Stewart, 86, met his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 22, 2022. John was born in Sparta, Illinois, to Reverend Robert W. and Helen Creswell Stewart on May 30, 1935. He married Delores in 1956, and recently they celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. Survivors include: son, Ken Stewart of Kingman, Indiana; daughter, […] — (Posted January 27, 2022)

Betty Lee Drew Betty Lee Drew, 90, of Connersville, died Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Majestic Care of Connersville. Mrs. Drew was born August 4, 1931 to Samuel and Mabel (Dyer) Foreman. On October 29, 1950 she married Carlton Drew at First Baptist Church. He preceded her in death on December 25, 1991. Betty was an active member […] — (Posted January 27, 2022)

Glenda “Fay” King Connersville native Glenda “Fay” King, 78, died Monday, January 24, 2022 at Reid Health in Richmond. Fay was born to William “Shelby” and Lola Isaacs Harrison on June 4, 1943. She attended and graduated from Connersville High School in 1961. Fay married Robert H. King on September 8, 1990. She was employed as an optician […] — (Posted January 27, 2022)

Justin Michael Stites Justin Michael Stites, 46, Richmond, died Jan. 20, 2022. Arrangements: Community Family Funeral Home. — (Posted January 27, 2022)

David Bruce Johnson David Bruce Johnson, age 68, passed away at Reid Health on January 24, 2022. He was born September 3, 1953, the son of Ralph and MaraBelle Johnson, in Marion, Indiana. David was a current resident of Wayne County; however, he had previously lived in Las Vegas for many years; working for Teamsters #631, setting up […] — (Posted January 27, 2022)

Freda Abshear Freda Abshear, 76, Connersville, died Jan. 26, 2020. Arrangements: Urban-Winkler Liberty Funeral Home, Liberty. — (Posted January 27, 2022)