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.
William “Willie” Bryant Grose William “Willie” Bryant Grose, 91, of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 30, 2021 at his residence. He was born October 23, 1930 in Stop, Kentucky to the late James William and Elva Emma (Mikel) Grose. Willie was a true “Mr. Fix It”. One of the hardest workers around and could always be seen out […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)
Norma Fay Holmes Norma Fay Holmes, 89, of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle, while surrounded by family. She was born in Robbins, Tennessee on December 10, 1932, to Rev. Roy and Jessie Weaver. Norma worked many years at New Castle Jr High […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)
Stephen James Swift Stephen James Swift, 72, of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Henry Community Health following a brief illness. He was born July 1, 1949 in New Castle to James and Vera (Ford) Swift. Funny, well loved, and adored by all who knew him, Steve enjoyed collecting and trading several different themed items, […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)
Patricia “Pat” Elsea Patricia “Pat” Elsea, 81, of Newburgh, IN, died peacefully Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at her home with her husband Jan by her side after a gallant fight with pulmonary fibrosis. She was born on October 23, 1940, in Richmond, IN to Agnes and Howard McConaha. Pat grew up in Richmond and was a graduate of […] — (Posted January 1, 2022)
Steven Ray Hook Steven Ray Hook, 45, departed this world unexpectedly on Thursday December 2, 2021 when he went to spend the rest of eternity with Jesus. Steven was born on October 27, 1976 to Valerie and Raymond Hook In New Castle Indiana. He lived in the Cambridge City/Richmond area all of his life. He worked in local […] — (Posted December 31, 2021)
Jeffery S Hill Jeffery S Hill, 63, of Cambridge City, died Saturday December 25th at his residence after a long illness. Jeff was born April 15, 1958, in New Castle, Indiana, to Richard A. and Ethel Constance “Connie” (Parks) Hill.  He was a lifelong resident of Cambridge City.  Jeff retired in 2017 from Dungan Plumbing & Heating as […] — (Posted December 31, 2021)
Billy Hurst Billy Hurst, age 88, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away on December 26, 2021. Billy retired from Ford having worked there more than 50 years. He owned and operated his own exterminating business for more than 40 years. He was a member of Baptist Temple in Connersville, Indiana. He leaves behind his daughter, Angela Smith and […] — (Posted December 31, 2021)
Lawrence Edward Ogle Lawrence Edward Ogle, age 79 passed away September 18, 2021 Lawrence was born on October 1, 1941 in Richmond Indiana to parents David and Emma Ogle. He was a loving Father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was an incredible man of God, the patriarch of his family, and touched so many lives with his […] — (Posted December 30, 2021)
Kimmie Jaye McCracken Kimmie Jaye McCracken, 62,of Richmond,  passed from this earthly home to her eternal heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 29th at 12:05 AM at her home surrounded by her family and beloved friends. Kimmie was born on April 13, 1959, in Connersville, IN. One of the daughters of […] — (Posted December 30, 2021)
Carole Anne Hiatt Carole Anne Hiatt, age 80, a New Castle resident, passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021. She was born September 15, 1941, in New Castle and was the daughter of Leroy E. Hiatt and Dorothy (Howard) Hiatt. Also, a granddaughter of William and Carrie Howard and Ed and Marie Hiatt. Carole had resided in New Castle […] — (Posted December 30, 2021)
Jerry “Maddog” Emrick Jerry “Maddog” Emrick, 80, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Jerry was born on July 10, 1941, in Richmond, to the late Keith and Elizabeth (Stigleman) Emrick. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his daughter, Jessie Emrick. Jerry retired […] — (Posted December 30, 2021)
Colleen Marie Everett Colleen Marie Everett, age 69, passed away at Reid Health on December 22, 2021.  She was born February 16, 1952, to Harry and Barbara Vedder, in Maryland. Colleen spent most of her life in Pensacola, Florida; however, she had lived in Alabama for 17 years, and for the past eight months lived in Brookville, Indiana. […] — (Posted December 30, 2021)
Charles Derrick Stephenson Charles Derrick Stephenson “Big D”, age 47, died tragically from results of an automobile accident on Tuesday December 21, 2021. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on January 2, 1974 to Charles Darrell and Diane Sue Stephenson. Derrick grew up in the Richmond area and never knew a stranger. He liked country music, would do […] — (Posted December 30, 2021)
Robert J. Marshall Robert J. Marshall, 68, of Philpot, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at his home. He was born November 9, 1953 in Fall River, Massachusetts to the late George and Ada Roe Marshall. Robert was a retired Master Sergeant from the U. S. Air Force having served for 24 years and also had worked […] — (Posted December 30, 2021)
 JoAnn Hartsock  JoAnn Hartsock, 77, of Cambridge City, passed away on Wednesday December 29, 2021 at St. Vincent Heart Center in Carmel, IN our loss is Heaven’s gain. She was born on May 20, 1944 in Hamilton, Ohio to Joe Pat and Viola Robbins and grew up in Kentucky. Jo Ann married her husband of 62 years, […] — (Posted December 29, 2021)
Mindy Lee Conn Mindy Lee Conn, age 54, a New Castle resident, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021, at Henry County Memorial Hospital. She was born August 11, 1967, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of Russell Carol Conn and Linda Lee (Jaggers) Conn. Mindy was known for being kind, loving, and very accepting of anyone she came […] — (Posted December 29, 2021)
Carlyes David “David” Edgar Carlyes David “David” Edgar, 74, of Richmond, passed away December 20, 2021 at Reid Health after a short illness. He was born December 5, 1947 in St. Charles, Virginia to Linnie Oral and Wilma Lewis Edgar; he lived in this area most of his life. David retired from Visteon in Connersville. He was an Army […] — (Posted December 29, 2021)
Thomas Earnest “Tom” Phillips Thomas Earnest “Tom” Phillips, died at home on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, after a brief illness and complications from COVID.   He was born on Easter Sunday, April 20, 1930, to John Guy and Maude Overstreet Phillips and he grew up in Harriman, Tennessee. His birthday fell on Easter Sunday only 2 more times, in 2003 […] — (Posted December 29, 2021)
Donald Hadler Connersville native, Donald Hadler, 78, died Monday, December 27, 2021 at his residence. Donald was born on January 8, 1943 to Earl and Francis H. Swango Hadler. At the very young age of 8, he started farming on the family farm, Hadler Farms. In 1961, he graduated from Connersville High School and served in the […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
Behnoush “Behi” Shaikh Mohandes Wilson Behnoush “Behi” Shaikh Mohandes Wilson, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at Reid Health. Behi was born on May 6, 1937, in Tehran, Iran, to Abdual Naghi and Farkhondeh Zand S. Mohandes. She graduated from high school in Iran and earned a Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Ball State […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
John Brown John Brown, 43, passed away on December 24, 2021. He was born December 1, 1978 in Richmond, Indiana to John Brown and Diane Maurer. John loved spending time with his children, he was an avid Lakers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan. He enjoyed sports, music and going to concerts. John is survived by his 2 […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
Frankie Helton Frankie Helton, age 76 of New Paris, Ohio passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021. Born on August 2, 1945 in Mt. Victory, Pulaski County, Kentucky, son of the late, Elmer & Mildred Irene (Shell) Helton. Frankie retired after many years as a Warehouse Manager for Vectren in Richmond, Indiana. He loved the outdoors including […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
William Jordan William Jordan, age 21, of New Paris, OH passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021 at Dayton Children’s Hospital wrapped in the arms of his parents. He was born April 28, 2000 in Richmond, IN to Tom & Lisa (King) Jordan. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Harold & Josephine Jordan; grandpa Lowell […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
Dorothy Olive Branum Dorothy Olive Branum, 96, formerly of Richmond, passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter on Christmas Evening. She was born July 2, 1925 in Darke County, Ohio to Joseph Henry and Marietta Johnston Anthony. In 1942, she married Chester Leroy Oler. Their union of 10 years was blessed with the birth of two […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
Mark Alan Sell Mark Alan Sell, 62 of Carmel, passed away Friday, December 24, 2021.  Mark was born September 8, 1959 in Richmond, IN to the late Russell and Marjorie Sell.  He was a graduate of Indiana University. Mark was President/CEO and co-founder of MD Logistics.  He was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
Charles E. McCoy Jr. Charles E. McCoy Jr. 62 of Richmond passed away unexpectedly, December 27, 2021. He was born January 26, 1959, in Richmond to Charles McCoy Sr. and Yvonne Blaydoe and lived in this area most of his life. He worked for CINRAM. Charles is survived by his mother, two children Stephanie McCoy, Charles A. McCoy, half […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
James “Jim” Mack Bowman James “Jim” Mack Bowman, 82, of Hagerstown passed away Monday December 27, 2021 at Stonebrook Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. He was born on September 23, 1939 in rural Hagerstown, the oldest son of the late Paul and Marie (Chamberlain) Bowman. “Jim” was a proud employee of Dana Corporation Perfect Circle Division of Hagerstown for […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
Donna Gregory Donna Gregory, 59, of Richmond, went to be with her Lord and Savior, December 27, 2021.  She was born October 25, 1962, to Harold G. and Martha Sams Gregory and lived in this area most of her life. She was a Caregiver at Benchmark Services.  She loved crafting, music, and spending time with family. She […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
Sylvia J. Edwards Sylvia J. Edwards, 81, of New Castle passed away Christmas evening, December 25, 2021 at Henry Community Health. She was born June 7, 1940, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Gene and Helen Burgess. Sylvia spent an active life in her community. She believed that what matters is not the duration of your […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)
Dr. Lucille Beisner Dr. Lucille Beisner passed from the haven of her New Paris home on December 23, 2021, at the glorious age of almost 96 years, and has become a bright star in Heaven, peacefully reunited with her beloved husband of 68 years, Paul. Lucille and Paul were married in 1947 at the former Reid Memorial Presbyterian […] — (Posted December 28, 2021)