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.

Mildred M. Carroll Mildred M. Carroll, 101, passed away on Monday evening, February 7, at Arbor Trace in Richmond. She was born in Fountain City, Indiana, on November 25, 1920, to James Roy and Maud Estella Skinner Carroll. She earned a Master’s Degree from Earlham College. She was an educator who taught English in Richmond and Fountain City […] — (Posted February 9, 2022)

Betty Janice (Jones) Banta Betty Janice (Jones) Banta, Richmond, passed away on Friday February 4th, 2022, at the age of 84. Betty was born to Henry and Laura (Hammons) Jones on August 7th, 1937, in Bell County, Four Mile, Kentucky. She has lived in the Richmond are for more than 60 years. Betty graduated high school and attended a […] — (Posted February 9, 2022)

Paul A. Vandermar Paul A. Vandermar, age 65, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Reid Health. Paul was born on March 30, 1956, in Richmond, Virginia, to Albert G. and Helen Joyce Grimes Vandermar. He attended Ball State University and completed his degree at Ivy Tech Community College. Paul served in the U.S. Air Force. […] — (Posted February 8, 2022)

Dennis W. Osborn Dennis W. Osborn, 62, of Connersville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 5, 2022 after a two month stay at Reid Health, Richmond. Dennis was born March 17, 1959 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana to Evan S. Osborn and Anna L. Gindling, and he was a 1977 graduate of […] — (Posted February 8, 2022)

Kelley C O’Neal Kelley C O’Neal, age 54, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022. Kelley was born October 25, 1967. Arrangements: Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Connersville. — (Posted February 8, 2022)

Robert Schubert Robert Schubert, age 88 of Connersville, passed away on Thursday February 3, 2022 at Oxford Health Care in Oxford, OH. Bob was born on May 12, 1933 in Harriman Tennessee. He was one of twelve children of the late J.L. and Annie Hazel Van Schubert. On August 19, 1991 he married the former Virginia Osborn. […] — (Posted February 7, 2022)

Omrie Harmon Omrie Harmon, 100, of New Castle passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022 at Hickory Creek of New Castle. He was born March 20, 1921 in Albany, KY to the late Elmer and Cloda (Tarter) Harmon. He lived in New Castle his entire life and met the love of his life, Geraldine (New) Harmon on roller […] — (Posted February 7, 2022)

Ruth Louise (Shiebla) Doerstler Ruth Louise (Shiebla) Doerstler lost her battle with Parkinson’s and passed into the arms of Our Lord on February 4, 2022 at The Springs, Richmond, IN where she had been in residence for the past 3 ½ years. She was born in Greens Fork, IN on February 2, 1928, the daughter of Clarence and Helen […] — (Posted February 6, 2022)

Joe Gosnell Joe Gosnell, age 60, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, February 4, 2022, at Reid Health. Born May 30, 1961, in Richmond, Indiana, to Charles James and Roberta Lee Constable Gosnell, Joe was a life-long resident of this community. He installed billboards for Porter Advertising for many years. Joe enjoyed woodworking. He was a loving brother, […] — (Posted February 6, 2022)

Shirley Jean Claywell Shirley Jean Claywell, age 86 of New Castle, passed away Friday, February 4, 2022, at Stonebrook Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. She was born September 19, 1935, in Henry County, Indiana, a daughter of the late Herbert and Edna (McDaniel) Oldham. Shirley Retired from Brooks Foods in Mt. Summit after many years of service. She […] — (Posted February 6, 2022)

Carol Ann Mack Carol Ann Mack, age 79, went home to be with the Lord on February 2, 2022. She was born on March 20, 1942 to Smitty Mason and Ann Williams. Carol Ann married Tom Mack and through that union, they had four children. Carol Ann worked at Sears and Liberty Bell and retired from Genesis. She […] — (Posted February 6, 2022)

Bernice Sharits Bernice Sharits, 79, died Tuesday February 1st, at her caregiver’s home. Bernice was born, Juanita Vernois Bravo, on April 27, 1942, to Miguel and Malcolfa Archuleta on the family farm on the outskirts of Redwing, Colorado. At the age of 16, she left home to live with her cousin in Colorado Springs. It was there, […] — (Posted February 5, 2022)

Sue Music Sue Music, age 79, was born on April 7, 1942 to Floyd and Lela Pugh in Crab Orchard, TN. She passed away in her home on February 3, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Lela Barnwell Pugh. Sue is survived by numerous family members, including siblings and extended family in […] — (Posted February 5, 2022)

Orval “Buster” Estes Orval “Buster” Estes, 80, of Everton went home to be with his Lord Wednesday evening, February 2, 2022. One of ten children of Sherman and Clora White Estes, Orval was born in Lee County, Kentucky on March 12, 1941 and graduated from Lee County High School with the class of 1957. On February 14, 1959, […] — (Posted February 5, 2022)

James M. “Jim” Catey James M. “Jim” Catey 89, of Richmond, passed away on Wednesday, February 2 at Friends Fellowship Community. He was born on July 22, 1932 on a farm southwest of Greens Fork to Harold G. and Mary C. Moyer Catey. He graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1950 and earned a degree in Jr. Accounting from […] — (Posted February 5, 2022)

Terry Wayne “Hoppy” Hopkins Terry Wayne “Hoppy” Hopkins, 66, formerly of Williamsburg, passed away on Thursday, February 3 in Indianapolis. Terry was born on June 29, 1955 in Richmond. He was the youngest son of William James and Mary Jane Shock Hopkins. Terry spent his childhood on South 4th Street with his siblings Ronald, Cheryl, Carol and Danny. When […] — (Posted February 5, 2022)

Robert Lee McDaniel, Jr. Robert Lee McDaniel, Jr. was born on September 23rd, 1956 in Richmond, Indiana to Anna & Robert McDaniel. Father to Lori J Zastawnik, Mathew L McDaniel, Jonathan L McDaniel, and was Dad to each of their spouses Quinton Zastawnik, Angie McDaniel & Dustin Mull. Grandfather to Rebecca Ann Zastawnik, Zoey Lynn Zastawnik and Tomathan Lee […] — (Posted February 5, 2022)

Marvin Dale Clarkson Marvin Dale Clarkson, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at Reid Health. Marvin was born on July 14, 1942, in Columbus, Indiana, to Wilfred and Mable L. Engel Clarkson. He graduated from Harrison High School in 1961. Marvin was a member of Laborers’ International Union of North America, Local 1047, who […] — (Posted February 5, 2022)

Sonia Spencer Sonia Spencer, age 83, of Centerville, Indiana, died Wednesday, February 2, 2022. Born May 25, 1938, in Washington, Indiana, to Lawrence F. and Lenora Chadd Sewell, Sonia lived in Centerville most of her life. She was a 1956 graduate of Richmond High School. Sonia studied art at Santa Monica City College in 1958, attended IU […] — (Posted February 5, 2022)

Ermon F. (Carter) Hinton Ermon F. (Carter) Hinton, 88, of New Castle went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday February 3, 2022, at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born May 22, 1933, in Georgetown, Kentucky to the late James “Brad” & Flossie (Bailey) Carter. Ermon married the love of her life, Ray Hinton on May 6, […] — (Posted February 3, 2022)

Howard W. Weist Howard W. Weist, age 81 of New Paris, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Born on May 17, 1940 in Preble County, Ohio, son of the late Louis W. & Blanche W. (Wheeler) Weist. Howard graduated in 1958 from Monroe High School. He retired in 1991 from the Dana Corp. in Richmond, Indiana […] — (Posted February 3, 2022)

Donald Ray McCracken Donald Ray McCracken, 77, of Losantville, died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. He was born at Mt. Vernon, KY on May 15, 1944 to John and Zadie (Higgins) McCracken and moved to Indiana in 1960. He was a long time employee of Imperial Kitchens and a member and trustee of Victory […] — (Posted February 3, 2022)

Dr. George T. Meisenhelder Dr. George T. Meisenhelder, 94, formerly of Connersville, passed away early Wednesday morning, February 2, 2022 at Sunrise Senior Living Center in Carmel, Indiana. He had resided in the Indianapolis area for the last six years. He was born November 9, 1927 in New Albany, Indiana to Edward and Ida Reed Meisenhelder. George served his […] — (Posted February 3, 2022)

Thomas Dale Patterson Thomas Dale Patterson, retired USAF Master Sergeant, was born (June 20, 1955-January 28, 2022) to Lucile Kitchen and Bluford Cain Patterson arriving into this world bottom first, which could be said set a lifetime pattern of being an exception to the usual and defying expectations. He was an adorable baby, an adored son and brother […] — (Posted February 2, 2022)

Charlie B. Satterfield Charlie B. Satterfield, age 92, passed away at Reid Health on January 25, 2022. He was born February 15, 1929, the son of Edward and Hattie Satterfield, in Dickson, Tennessee. Charlie was a resident of Richmond, Indiana. He was employed for 35 years at Alcoa. His hobbies included bowling and softball and other interests were […] — (Posted February 2, 2022)

George A. “Junie” McGathey III George A. “Junie” McGathey III, was born on September 17, 1960, in Richmond, Indiana to George A. McGathey Jr. and Ethel Mae Jett Williams McGathey. Tuscumbia, Alabama is where he resided since 1983. He was baptized at Second Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Weathers. He was active in the youth choir directed […] — (Posted February 2, 2022)

Daniel Joseph Farmer Sr. Daniel Joseph Farmer Sr., 70, of Richmond, IN, unexpectedly passed away at St. Vincent Randolph hospital in Winchester, IN on Friday, January 28, 2022. He was born in Winchester, IN on February 7, 1951, to Gordon and Cleo Belle (Moore) Farmer. Danny graduated from Lincoln High School in Cambridge City, IN, later earning his degree […] — (Posted February 2, 2022)

Joseph Michael “Joe” Smith Joseph Michael “Joe” Smith, 47, Fountain City, joined the ranks of Heavenly Angels on Monday, January 31. Joe was born on June 6, 1974, the oldest son of Louis K. & Susanne Thomas Smith. He graduated from Northeastern High School in 1993. He began working for Farm Bureau CO-OP and later worked for JD Radford. […] — (Posted February 2, 2022)

Jackie Ray Clarkston Jackie Ray Clarkston, 70 of Liberty passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022. He was born on May 26, 1951 to the late David and Ruby Allen Clarkston in Richmond, Indiana. Jackie graduated in 1969 from Short High School in Liberty In. He then served his country in the Army Reserve from 1969 until 1973. […] — (Posted February 2, 2022)

Phyllis E. Barrett Phyllis E. Barrett, 74, of Milton, passed away on Wednesday February 2, 2022 at Reid Hospital. She was born on March 12, 1947 in French Lick, IN to Marvin and Norma Jean (Dillard) Cook and moved here as a child and lived most of her life in this area. Phyllis graduated from Lincoln High School. […] — (Posted February 2, 2022)