Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Myley Jayne Smith Myley Jayne Smith, Dublin, 2 month old infant daughter of Peter Ryan Smith and Lyndsey Smith (Reffitt) returned to her home in Heaven on October 20, 2021 after bringing much joy and happiness during her brief stay here. Myley was born in New Castle, Indiana on August 4, 2021. Myley is also survived by 4 […] — (Posted October 22, 2021)

Thomas I. Rankin Thomas I. Rankin, age 83, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. Born December 3, 1937, in Rushville, Indiana, to Russell and Viola Lucas Rankin, Tom lived in Richmond most of his life. He graduated from Manilla High School in Manilla, Indiana. Tom […] — (Posted October 22, 2021)

Ruby Carroll Black Ruby Carroll Black, 81 of Richmond passed away in her home, October 18, 2021. She was born August 17, 1940, in Garrett Co., Kentucky to Albert and Ruby Pruitt Powell and lived in this area most of her life. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her five sons, Gordon (Cathy) Black, Charles Black, […] — (Posted October 21, 2021)

Brian S. Minton Brian S. Minton, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, passed away on October 13, 2021. He was born on February 22, 1979 to Scott Minton and Marilyn (Mike) Petty. Brian was employed at Wright Cabinet Shop. He loved fishing and NASCAR especially a Dale Earnhardt Sr., Dale Jr. and Tony Stewart fan. Brian also loved his family and […] — (Posted October 21, 2021)

Keith “Frank” Wayne Coddington Keith “Frank” Wayne Coddington, 61, passed away on Monday, October 18. Keith was born on December 14, 1959, in New Castle, Indiana to Ronald L. and Lucille F. Bane Coddington. He was a 1978 graduate of Northeastern High School where he played on many athletic teams including the school’s first football team. Keith formerly worked […] — (Posted October 21, 2021)

Nuell Ellison Garner Nuell Ellison Garner, age 74, a New Castle resident, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at his residence. He was born August 2, 1947, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Jesse L. and Clariene (Teal) Garner. Nuell was a graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School and served for the US Army […] — (Posted October 21, 2021)

Kavan Joseph Rust Kavan Joseph Rust, 3 months, of New Castle passed away unexpectedly Wednesday morning, October 20, 2021 at his home. He was born July 12, 2021 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of Adam and Karlee (Swim) Rust. Even though Kavan’s life was short he touched the lives and hearts of everyone that met him. In […] — (Posted October 21, 2021)

Phyllis K. McNelis Phyllis K. McNelis, age 91, a New Castle resident, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at Heritage House of New Castle following a brief illness. She was born February 16, 1930 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Val and Katherine Kruger. Phyllis was a high school graduate in Pittsburg, Pa., and had been […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

Debbie Wagers Debbie Wagers, age 65, resident of New Castle, passed away Saturday, October 16, 2021. She was born July 19, 1956 in Indianapolis, Indiana, a daughter of Thorton Pike Anderson and Evelyn Leath. She married her true soul mate, Ray Wagers on April 6, 1986. Debbie’s hobbies include enjoying her bird, Sunshine, and her dog, Brusier. […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

Geneva Jones Geneva Jones, age 92, a New Castle resident, passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Glen Oaks Nursing Home. She was born June 28, 1929 in Oneida, Tennessee, a daughter of Jarvis Clitwood and Ellen Blankenship. Geneva had worked in the kitchen of the State Hospital for 25 years before retiring in 1994. She is […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

Allen Lee Stewart Allen Lee Stewart, age 71, New Paris, Ohio, passed away October 18, 2021 with his sons at his side, another victim of the Covid virus. Allen was born November 6, 1949 to Dale and Myrtle Stewart. He graduated from Jefferson High School in New Paris in 1967.Allen worked at Dana Corporation and retired from there […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

Ruby Carroll Black Ruby Carroll Black, 81 of Richmond passed away in her home, October 18, 2021. She was born August 17, 1940, in Garrett Co., Kentucky to Albert and Ruby Pruitt Powell and lived in this area most of her life. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her five sons, Gordon (Cathy) Black, Charles Black, […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

John Ross Dehner M.D. John Ross Dehner M.D. was many things. He was a highly skilled and exceptionally kind physician, who treated thousands of cancer patients over a career that spanned decades. He was a friend to all and a generous supporter of local businesses and causes. He was an enthusiastic St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan and a lover […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

Timothy David “Tim” Hill Timothy David “Tim” Hill, age 71, of New Castle, passed away Monday at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie surrounded by his family. He was born Mary 1, 1950 in New Castle, Indiana to John and Vinnia Adkins Hill. He graduated from Walter P. Chrysler High School in 1969. He worked several jobs but […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

James “Shimmy” Dwayne Conner James “Shimmy” Dwayne Conner, 58, of Connersville passed away early Monday morning, October 18, 2021 at his home. He was born January 9, 1963, one of five children of John H. Conner and Nancy Fields Conner Hall. He graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1982. James was self-employed, running his own lawn […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

Monsignor Harold L. Knueven Monsignor Harold L. Knueven, 89, of Connersville passed away Sunday evening, October 17, 2021 at his home. One of seven children of John and Leona Easley Knueven, Harold was born in New Alsace, Indiana on July 21, 1932. He graduated from St. Meinrad School of Theology earning his Bachelor of Sacred Theology (S.T.B.) degree in […] — (Posted October 20, 2021)

Marvin Leroy Hunter Marvin Leroy Hunter, 86, of Connersville, passed away Sunday afternoon, October 17, 2021 at his home. He was born January 15, 1935 in Franklin County, Indiana to William and Etta Smith Hunter. On April 12, 1990, Marvin married Barbara J. Fultz at the First Baptist Church in Connersville. Mrs. Hunter survives. Marvin was a school […] — (Posted October 19, 2021)

Dianna Mae Key Dianna Mae Key, 73, of Greenfield, died Friday, October 15, 2021, at Golden Living Center, Greenfield. She was born in Butler County, OH on October 21, 1947 to Richard and Elete Gray. She was a graduate of Hagerstown High School and lived much of her life in the Indianapolis area. Survivors include 2 sons, Darin […] — (Posted October 19, 2021)

Billy J. Harrison Billy J. Harrison, age 86, of Centerville, Indiana, died Thursday, October 14, 2021, at Reid Health. Born June 16, 1935, in Hawkins County, Tennessee, to Rome and Clyde Harrison, Billy moved to Centerville in 1939. He served in the U.S. Army. Billy retired from UPS, where he was a delivery driver for 36 years. While […] — (Posted October 18, 2021)

Robert N. Abner Robert N. Abner, age 69, of Liberty, Indiana, died Saturday, October 16, 2021, at Reid Health. Robert was born on May 23, 1952, in Berea, Kentucky, to Robert J. and Irene Abney Abner. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1970. Robert served in the U.S. Air Force from 1971-1975. During his career, he was […] — (Posted October 18, 2021)

David L. Perkins Jr. David L. Perkins Jr. “KC9DP” 50 of Connersville, Indiana passed away on October 16, 2021, in Richmond, Indiana. He was born on November 22,1970 in Richmond. David later married his loving wife Tonya (Glover) Perkins on September 18, 2004. He was an auto mechanic for quite some time as well as being a tow truck […] — (Posted October 18, 2021)

Janice “Jan” K. Petry Janice “Jan” K. Petry, 71, of Fountain City, passed away on Saturday, October 16. She was born on September 2, 1950 in Greenville, Ohio to Elmer and Lucille Petry Baker. She married Joseph E. “Pete” Petry on April 3, 1972. They shared 41 years of marriage until his death on May 6, 2013. Jan was […] — (Posted October 18, 2021)

Beckham Joseph “Joe” Herron Beckham Joseph “Joe” Herron passed away on October 15, 2021 at St.Vincent’s Hospital in Anderson, Indiana surrounded by his loved ones. Joe was born in Burkesville, Kentucky on September 12, 1945. His family later moved to Indiana where Joe graduated from New Castle High School in 1963. Joe had a variety of careers along the […] — (Posted October 18, 2021)

Galena Kae Smith-Sproles Galena Kae Smith-Sproles, 77, of Richmond, died Sunday, October 17, 2021, at Golden Living Center, Golden Rule. She was born August 22, 1944, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Earl and Helen D. Rickett Smith Weller and came to Richmond over 30 years ago. She worked as a nurse for thirteen years at Good Samaritan Hospital in […] — (Posted October 18, 2021)

Laura Katherine Bracken Laura Katherine Bracken, 62, of Parker City, passed away Monday, October 4th, 2021 at IU Health University Hospital, Indianapolis after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Laura was born in Greenfield, Indiana on May 11th, 1959 to William and Reba (Wilson) McConnell. Laura graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1977. She was a graduate […] — (Posted October 18, 2021)

Muriel Alberta Tutterrow Muriel Alberta Tutterrow, 80, of Economy, died Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at Reid Health. She was born in Richmond on January 22, 1941 to Murvel and Martha Hercules and was a life long resident of Wayne County. She was a school teacher and retired from Nettle Creek Schools. She enjoyed her dogs and mowing her […] — (Posted October 18, 2021)

Miriam L. Bullen Philhower (Pee Wee) Miriam L. Bullen Philhower (Pee Wee), 89, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021, at Golden Living Center. Pee Wee was born on May 4, 1932, in Lewisville, Indiana but lived in Richmond from an early age. She attended Richmond schools and graduated from Richmond High School. On June 23, 1950, she married the love of […] — (Posted October 17, 2021)

Kathleen Clark Jessee Lykins Kathleen Clark Jessee Lykins, 99, of Connersville died peacefully on Thursday, October 14, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Kathleen was born to Zenas and Bertha Plank Clark on August 15, 1922 in Rowan County, Kentucky. She was a faithful employee at Ford from which she retired in 1984. Kathleen was a member of Western […] — (Posted October 17, 2021)

Carole Elain Vance Moegerle Carole Elain Vance Moegerle, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, October 15, 2021, at Heritage Woods of Noblesville, Indiana. Born July 6, 1936, in Richmond, Indiana, to Orville P. and Estelle Muriel Masters Vance, Carole was a life-long resident of Wayne and Union County, Indiana. She graduated from Richmond High School in 1954. Carole […] — (Posted October 17, 2021)