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.

Robert Leslie Jacobs Robert Leslie Jacobs, 98, of Cambridge City, passed away on Monday September 20, 2021 at IU Health Saxony Hospital in Fishers, Indiana. He was born at home on January 17, 1923 to Walter L. and Marie (Crull) Jacobs. Bob graduated from Cambridge City High School in 1940. He served in the US Army from Nov. […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Theodore (Ted) May Jr. Surrounded by his loving family, Theodore (Ted) May Jr., Richmond, peacefully passed from his mortal life at the age of 87 on September 19, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Elizabeth (Bonnie) Davis May. Ted is survived by his children; Terri (Jeff) Riley, […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Patricia Ann Newman Patricia Ann Newman passed on Sunday, September 19, 2021. She was born on December 24, 1941 to parents Dr. John J Pershing and Ruth Ann Knollenberg Pershing. Patricia married George M Newman in 1961. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and homemaker with a love for travel and was a collector of themed miniatures. She […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Elmer Hammond Elmer Hammond, 77 of Liberty passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. He was born on June 6, 1944 in Liberty to William Hammond and Mary Bell Dunn. On January 21, 1984 he married Edith Rhodes in Kerrville, Tennessee. Elmer was a beloved husband, a great father, and a cherished grandpa. He enjoyed fishing and […] — (Posted September 19, 2021)

Douglas Edward Ogden Douglas Edward Ogden, 63, of Williamsburg, IN passed away Thursday afternoon, September 16, 2021 at Reid Health and Hospital of Richmond, IN. He was born November 18, 1957, the son of Forrest Elmer and Betty Louise (Hollingsworth) Ogden. He was a 1976 graduate of Union High School of Modoc, IN. Doug retired early in 2000 […] — (Posted September 19, 2021)

Ward Wayne Slack Ward Wayne Slack, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, September 17, 2021, at Reid Hospital. He was born May 26, 1924, in Piqua, Ohio. Ward was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Lois Lucille Slack, and is survived by two children, Deanna Carter, and Steven Slack; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; five […] — (Posted September 19, 2021)

Pastor Jeffrey Scott Garrison Pastor Jeffrey Scott Garrison, 57, of London, Ohio, formerly of Connersville, went to the arms of the Savior, Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Hospice Care of Columbus, Ohio following an extended illness. Jeffrey was born in Connersville on September 28, 1963, one of four children of Raymond and Freda Spivey Garrison. He was a 1982 […] — (Posted September 19, 2021)

Shawn Allen Leonard Shawn Allen Leonard, age 44, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at Reid Health. Born May 11, 1977, in Richmond, Indiana, to Susan Lehman, Shawn was a life-long resident of this community. He worked as a machinist at Silfex, Inc. in Eaton, Ohio. Shawn loved flying radio-controlled airplanes and was a member of […] — (Posted September 19, 2021)

Kevin Joseph Golliher Kevin Joseph Golliher, 43, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 after a short illness. He was born on January 4, 1978 and raised in Modoc, IN. He graduated in 1997 from Union School Corporation where he competed in basketball and baseball, and formed life-long friendships. He was employed at IMI […] — (Posted September 19, 2021)

Patricia S. “Patty” Carter Ford Patricia S. “Patty” Carter Ford, age 87, a New Castle resident, went to spend eternity with her Heavenly Father, Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 16, 2021. She was born September 7, 1934 in New Castle, a daughter of the late Fred and Margaret Arnett Grogg. She was a lifelong resident of New Castle and […] — (Posted September 19, 2021)

Dean Kaylor Dean Kaylor, age 78, a New Castle resident, passed away Thursday, September 16, 2021 at his residence after fighting a two year battle with lung cancer. He was born June 9, 1943 in Richmond, Kentucky and was the son of Charles and Susie (Cox) Kaylor. Dean worked as a mechanic for Boles Chevrolet in New […] — (Posted September 19, 2021)

James Wesley “Wes” Marshall, Sr. James Wesley “Wes” Marshall, Sr. Richmond, IN 62, 14-Sep, Community Family Funeral Home. — (Posted September 17, 2021)

Ronald Kent Derrickson Ronald Kent Derrickson of Straughn, Ind. went home to his Lord and Savior on Sept. 15, 2021 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife Jeani of 39 years, children Anthony (Natalie) and Kristina (Brice), grandchildren Audrey, Ellie, Anna, Isabelle, and Barrett as well has his mother, Bette, brother Mike Derrickson (Gretchen), nephews […] — (Posted September 17, 2021)

Shaun M. Collins Shaun M. Collins, age 41, passed away at Reid Health September 15, 2021. He was born November 29, 1979, to Joyce Collins White, in Richmond, Indiana. Shaun was a lifelong resident of Wayne County and attended Richmond High School. He was Owner/Operator of Mack’s Place and a man of God. Shaun never knew a stranger; […] — (Posted September 17, 2021)

Ronald L. True Ronald L. True, 76, of Cambridge City passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Henry Community Health. He was born January 19, 1945 in Henry County, Indiana, a son of the late Richard and Edna (Huse) True. Ron retired from Chrysler Corporation on September 30, 1999 and farmed in Henry County area for 20 years. […] — (Posted September 17, 2021)

Cathy Jo Thompson Cathy Jo Thompson, 68, of Richmond, passed away September 15, 2021, at Reid Health after a long illness. She was born January 15, 1953, in Richmond to Ray and Frances Scalf and lived here most of her life. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Walter E. Thompson, three […] — (Posted September 17, 2021)

Elizabeth Marie Miller Elizabeth Marie Miller, 62, of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly late Tuesday night, September 14, 2021 at Reid Health, Connersville. She was born on August 17, 1959 in Connersville to Walter “Buck” and Deloris Clark Freeland. She was a 1977 graduate of Connersville High School. Elizabeth was the manager of H&R Block for many years. In […] — (Posted September 17, 2021)

Ruby M. Leach Dimett Ruby M. Leach Dimett, 99, died Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Reid Health. She was born in Russell County, KY on January 20, 1922 to Robert E. and Sally Ann (Lawless) Leach. On June 28, 1946 she married Cecil Dimett and he preceded her in death on December 6, 2009. She was a member of […] — (Posted September 17, 2021)

Mildred Viola Nelson Mildred Viola Nelson, 99, died on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Parker Health Care. She was born in Muncie on November 5, 1921 to Harlow and Rena (Fox) Hoskinson. She was a retired employee of Zayre Corporation. Survivors include 2 children, Charles (Cheryl) Wilson and Joyce (Larry) Leffew; 6 grandchildren, Malissa (Michael) Morguson, David (Jen) […] — (Posted September 17, 2021)

Charles Centers Charles Centers Richmond – A celebration of life will be held at 2 PM, Saturday, September 18, 2021, at the Pentecostal Tabernacle. Friends and family are invited to attend at 480 West Eaton Pike, Richmond, Indiana 47374 — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Pamala Jo Merkamp Pamala Jo Merkamp, age 73 of Richmond passed away Saturday September 11, 2021 at Reid Health. She was born in Aurora, IL on May 16, 1948 to William C. Goins and Flora Lee (McKinney) Goins. Pamala loved Bingo, spending time with her family, vacationing and tending to her flowers. She was loved by all who […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Florence Joan Clark Florence Joan Clark died of natural causes on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at the age of 94 at Hubbard Hill Retirement Community in Elkhart, Indiana. She was born December 14, 1926 in Centerville, Indiana to Orville and Dora Hoover. She is survived by her daughter, Sandy Amt (Eric), and granddaughter, Erica Amt and her husband, […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Phyllis “GG” “Felix” Marie Larsh Phyllis “GG” “Felix” Marie Larsh, left this world on September 10, 2021. She was born on December 23, 1956. She was 64 years young. Born to Ethel Marie and Carl Price, she was born and raised in Richmond, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Gary Price (Loretta) of Richmond and […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Marietta (Senefeld) Bridenhager Marietta (Senefeld) Bridenhager went to her heavenly home on September 1, 2021. She was born October 8, 1926, to John and Mary (Ward) Senefeld in Brookville, Indiana. She attended Brookville schools, graduating in 1944. She worked at the Jay Garment Factory for 3 years and worked a year in California while staying with an aunt. […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Marjorie L. Ringwall Marjorie L. Ringwall, age 95, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, September 11, 2021. Born February 16, 1926, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, to Edgar and Martha Brady Litchfield, Marjorie moved to Richmond in the 1960s and lived here for almost 50 years until moving to Indianapolis. She lovingly raised her family and was an enthusiastic volunteer, […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Arlo Hall Arlo Hall, age 69, of Fountain City, Indiana, died Monday, September 13, 2021, after living courageously with cancer since 2017. He lived every day the best he could with a gracious spirit. Arlo was born on January 7, 1952, in Richmond, Indiana, to Leonard and Zula Hall. He graduated from Olney Friends Boarding School in […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

John Roy Corwin John Roy Corwin, age 85, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, September 13, 2021, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born April 8, 1936, in Dayton, Ohio, to John Corwin and Mildred Louise Butler Corwin, Roy was a resident of Centerville and Wayne County, Indiana, for most of his life. He held a BS degree from Wilmington College […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Skyler S. Vance Skyler S. Vance, 35, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away suddenly at the home of his parents on September 13, 2021. He was born April 1, 1986 in Richmond, the youngest of three children of Steve and Cora Vance. He was a 2004 graduate of Connersville High School. While at CHS, he was part […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Beth St. Clair Beth St. Clair, 67, of Centerville, passed away Friday morning, September 10, 2021 at her granddaughter’s home in Indianapolis. She was born June 19, 1954 in Connersville, one of three children of Ed and Bessie Cullison Todd. On December 27, 1997, Beth married Earl St. Clair in Columbia, Indiana. Mr. St. Clair survives. Beth attained […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Yvonne Marie (Paddock) Baker Ms. Yvonne Marie (Paddock) Baker, 62, a long term resident of Connersville, died on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Reid Health in Richmond after a brief illness. Yvonne was born to Harold and Phyllis (Abernathy) Paddock on March 15, 1959 in Richmond, Indiana. Yvonne attended Liberty schools and was a graduate of Liberty High School’s […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)