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.

Betty Irene Beard Betty Irene Beard, 93, of Williamsburg, passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2022, at Reid Health. She was born February 7, 1928 in Okeana, Ohio to Perry Wilbur and Margaret Louise Morrison Mosier. She was a graduate of Economy High School. She married James Howard Beard in September 1947 to begin a union that was […] — (Posted January 5, 2022)

Ruth P. Apple Ruth P. Apple, age 61, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022, at home surrounded by her family after a long battle with cancer. Born August 30, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, to Jimmy and Bonnie Hayes Cook, Ruth grew up in Wayne County, Indiana, where she lived until moving to Florida in […] — (Posted January 5, 2022)

Delores Ruth Kinkade Hemmer Delores Ruth Kinkade Hemmer took her last breath on earth and her first in heaven on Monday, January 3, 2022. Born in Bone Gap, Illinois, to Harold and Vivian Kinkade on April 19, 1937, she lived most of her life in Zoar, Indiana. Some would say she was just a housewife but she was so […] — (Posted January 5, 2022)

Linda Kay Bostick Linda Kay Bostick 64 went to rejoice in Heaven with our Lord on January 2nd, 2022 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana with her husband, daughter, and close loved one by her side. Linda was born on March 3rd, 1957 in Richmond, Indiana to Bernard and Lela Cross. Linda was a lifelong resident of Richmond […] — (Posted January 5, 2022)

Dwight Edward Williams Dwight Edward Williams was born on September 15, 1947, the son of Milo and Anna Lee Lane Williams went home to be with the Lord our Savior on December 28, 2021 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. Dwight better known as “Bully” to his close friends and family. He was the youngest of 11 children. […] — (Posted January 5, 2022)

Virginia “Jenny” A. Montgomery Virginia “Jenny” A. Montgomery, 77, of New Castle passed away Monday January 3, 2022 at Henry County Community Health. She was born on March 10, 1944 in Romulus, MI a daughter of the late Ralph and Charlotte (Crider) Leet. Jenny loved people and especially loved her family; they were her life. She had a special […] — (Posted January 5, 2022)

John Allen “Squeaky” McKinney Sr. John Allen “Squeaky” McKinney Sr., age 87, of Eaton, Ohio, died Sunday, January 2, 2022, at Vancrest Health Care Center of Eaton. Born June 14, 1934, in Richmond, Indiana, to William E. and Dorothy I. Lawley McKinney Sr., John lived in this community most of his life. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1953. […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

Donald “Don” Langley Donald “Don” Langley, 91, of Fountain City, passed away on Sunday, January 2. He was born Charles Donald Langley on October 5, 1930 in Richmond, Indiana to Charles Francis & Nancy Emmaline Conder Langley, both of whom preceded him in death. Don was a 1949 graduate of Richmond High School. He was a US Air […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

Kathleen Shirley “Katie, Kay Kay” Ripberger Kathleen Shirley “Katie, Kay Kay” Ripberger, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2021. She was reunited with several loved ones that had gone before her and who she missed dearly and talked about often: her parents, Laura “Bea” and Albert Estill Cooper; siblings, Dottie Osborne, Carl “Pody” Cooper, Ernest “Pete” […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

Terri Redmond Terri Redmond, age 56, of Centerville, Indiana, died Friday, December 31, 2021, at Reid Health after a brief illness. Born April 22, 1965, in Richmond, Indiana, to Tom and Betty Argo Tash, Terri was a life-long resident of Centerville. She graduated from Centerville High School in 1983 and earned a degree in Early Childhood Education […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

Teresa DeVito Teresa DeVito, age 59, Richmond, passed away on Thursday December 30, 2021, at Ohio State Hospital in Columbus, Ohio due to an unsuspected illness. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on July 5, 1962. Teresa was a Richmond High School graduate and worked at Johns Manville for many years. Teresa enjoyed playing Bingo and spending […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

Michael J. George Michael J. George, 68, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Saturday morning, January 1, 2022 after fighting a hard battle with heart and lung disease. He was born September 23, 1953 in Connersville to James and Elizabeth Artner George. He attended St. Gabriel Catholic School through eighth grade and was a 1971 […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

Delcie Marie Cauble Delcie Marie Cauble, 81, of Centerville, Indiana passed away on December 31, 2021. She was born August 15, 1940 in Rockcastle County, Kentucky to the late Willie Lakes and Elva Smith Lakes. Delcie attended First Baptist Church of Centerville. She enjoyed horseback riding and cooking. She is survived by her aunts Almeda Smith of Centerville, […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

Jeannette “Jenny” I. Swoveland Jeannette “Jenny” I. Swoveland, 65, of Farmland, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022 at Reid Health, Richmond. She was born on January 22, 1956, in Richmond, to William Carl Holliday and Gloria Lou (Gingry) Holliday. Jenny married James Robert (Bob) Swoveland on December 13, 1982. She loved doing crafts and spending time with her family. […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

Deborah Sue Wolfinbarger Deborah Sue Wolfinbarger, age 66, of Centerville, Indiana, died Thursday, December 30, 2021, at home surrounded by loved ones, following a brief battle with cancer. Debbie was born on December 15, 1955, in Richmond, Indiana to Donald and Eulene Davis, and was a lifelong resident of Wayne County. Debbie was a 1974 graduate of Richmond […] — (Posted January 4, 2022)

David “AJ” Gardner David “AJ” Gardner, 34, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on December 30, 2021 at Reid Health. He was born June 26, 1987 to Kenneth and Terri Gardner, both of Richmond, Indiana. David was passionate about life and spreading positivity to everyone. He was always in motion as an avid cyclist, he did all things with […] — (Posted January 3, 2022)

Frank Edward Reed Frank Edward Reed, age 92, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022, at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson in Anderson, Indiana. Born August 5, 1929, in Wayne County, Indiana, to Ira V. and Anna M. Boner Reed, Frank was a life-long resident of this community. He graduated from Centerville High School in 1947. Frank […] — (Posted January 3, 2022)

Richard Kelley Shadle Richard Kelley Shadle, 73, passed away December 27, 2021. He was born September 20, 1948 to Richard Malcolm Shadle and Emma Lou Shadle in Richmond, IN. After graduating from Hagerstown High School in 1967 he joined the Marine Corps and served his country in Vietnam. He was a proud veteran and loved his country very […] — (Posted January 3, 2022)

Kelly Haskett Byrd Kelly Haskett Byrd, 59, passed away Wednesday December 29, 2021 at her home. She was born August 6, 1962, the daughter of the late Roy Haskett and Jeanne Haskett Havens. Kelly attended Centerville Schools and on December 3, 1982 she married the love of her life, Jerry Byrd, who survives and provided loving care for […] — (Posted January 3, 2022)

Willie Rice Jr. Willie Rice Jr. 57 of Richmond died unexpectedly on January 1, 2022, at his home. He was born January 19, 1964, in Richmond to Willie and Berta Bowling Rice Sr. and lived here all his life. He worked as a member of the Indiana Laborers Union. He was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church serving […] — (Posted January 2, 2022)

Lee Ann Denney Lee Ann Denney, 57, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, January 1, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 21, 1964, in Rushville, Indiana, a daughter of the late Malcolm and Edwina (Jones) Rowe. Lee Ann was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, who […] — (Posted January 2, 2022)

Carolyn J. Shepherd Carolyn J. Shepherd, 81 of Eaton, Ohio died Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Born on March 19, 1940, in Richmond, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Harold C. & Norma (Campbell) McDivitt. Carolyn was the owner/operator of Carolyn Shepherd Realty, Inc. in Eaton. She was a 1958 graduate […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)

Donna Lee Hersey Donna Lee Hersey, 85, formerly of Williamsburg, passed away on Monday, December 20. She was born in Ripley County, Indiana on January 18, 1936 to J. Willard and Ruby Fay Parker Robinson. She married Walter B. Hersey on June 5, 1954. They were blessed with four children and 64 years of marriage before his death […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)

David R. Thomas Fountain City native, David R. Thomas, passed away on December 29 at Reid Hospital. He was retired from the U.S. Post Office after serving 37 years as a rural mail carrier. Born in 1928 to Robert J. and Faye Ann (Kem) Thomas, David graduated from Fountain City High School in 1946. He received an appointment […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)

Ruby Hunt Ruby Hunt, 82, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on December 28th, 2021 in Indianapolis where she had resided since 2018. She was born in Jackson County, Kentucky, June 24th, 1939, to parents Emery and Elizabeth (Day) Tillery. Ruby grew up in Jackson County, Kentucky and graduated from McKee High School […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)

Dena Rae House Centerville resident, Dena Rae House, 52, slipped away peacefully Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at their home wrapped in the arms of her husband . Dena was born to Richard D. “Dick” Wilcox and Glenda Faye Harrison on August 1, 1969. She graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1987, and furthered her education […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)

Drena Ruth Worth Douglass Drena Ruth Worth Douglass, age 81 of Richmond, went to be with her Lord, December 8, 2021, at Reid Hospital of double pneumonia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elvin and Lucille Worth. She is survived by her husband, Bob of 59 years; son Robert of Wichita, Kansas; daughter, Cathleen of Tucson, Arizona; […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)

Maradine Ann Heaton Maradine Ann Heaton, 74, of Winchester, IN passed away early Thursday morning, December 30, 2021 at IU Health, Ball Memorial Hospital of Muncie, IN. She was born August 2, 1947 in Winchester, IN the daughter of Riley and Maeodine (Pegg) Burton. She was a 1966 graduate of Union High School of Modoc, IN. She attended […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)

Judy Carol (Draper) Mullin Dedicated wife and mother, Judy Carol (Draper) Mullin of Lynn, Indiana, went to be with her Lord late Wednesday, December 29, 2021. She was born June 30, 1945, in Carroll County to Donald and Myrtle (Sibrary) Draper. She was a 1963 graduate of Delphi High School in Delphi. Throughout her working life, Judy was a […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)

Marlene L. Thompson Marlene L. Thompson, 83, of Boston died December 31, 2021, at Reid Health after a short illness. She was born March 21, 1938, in Dayton, Ohio to Thomas Robert Barlow Sr. and Katherine Sute Maloney and lived here most of her life. She retired as a bus driver for Richmond Community Schools and worked at […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)