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.

Leo William (Bill) Bruck Leo William (Bill) Bruck, son of Leo and Rita Bruck, age 73, passed away August 19, 2021 in Aurora, Colorado. Bill was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include a sister, Sherry (husband Rick) Puthoff; nephew Chandler Puthoff and his daughter, Jillian Puthoff; niece Caroline Puthoff and uncle Robert (wife Norma) Cox. Bill attended […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Timothy Joe Campbell Timothy Joe Campbell 63 of Richmond died September 5, 2021, at Reid Health. He was born December 26, 1957, in Greensburg to Clifford Dale and Alma Rosella Dean Campbell and lived in the Richmond area most of his life. He worked as an OTR Driver for Day’s Express and Don Sumpter Trucking. Survivors include his […] — (Posted September 16, 2021)

Pansy Ray Houston Pansy Ray Houston, 89, of Connersville, passed away early Sunday morning, September 12, 2021 at Reid Health, Richmond. One of eight children of Cornell and Lilly Bea Taylor McRay, Pansy was born in Harrodsburg, Kentucky on March 2, 1932. On July 12, 1949, Pansy married Hobert Houston in Hopewell Baptist Church in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. Mr. […] — (Posted September 14, 2021)

Anita Jean Caldwell Anita Jean Caldwell, 68, of Richmond, passed away September 11, 2021, at Soin Medical Center in Beavercreek, Ohio. She was born September 9, 1953, in Richmond and lived in this area all of her life. She retired from the Richmond State Hospital where she worked as a QMA. Anita is survived by her three daughters […] — (Posted September 14, 2021)

Jill A. Dearing Jill A. Dearing, age 56, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, September 12, 2021, at Reid Health. Born December 28, 1964, in Richmond, Indiana, to Phillip A. and Gale Stigleman Dearing, Jill was a life-long resident of this community. She graduated from Centerville High School. Jill was employed at the AWS/Benchmark Human Services workshop and participated […] — (Posted September 14, 2021)

Dale L. Werner Dale L. Werner, 71, of Richmond, died after a short illness as a result of Covid at Kindred Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. He was born March 7, 1950, in Whitewater to Harry and Frances Teetzel Werner and lived here all his life. He worked at the Wal-Mart Tire and Lube Center. Survivors include his wife […] — (Posted September 13, 2021)

Bobby Lee Jack Heigle On Friday, September 10, 2021, Bobby Lee Jack Heigle, loving husband of wife, Donna and father of three, passed away from COVID-19 at the age of 83. Bobby was born on March 29, 1938, in Batesville, Arkansas, to Willie Jake and Nelsie Dill Heigle. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, David Hensley, who […] — (Posted September 13, 2021)

Jennie M. Jordan Jennie M. Jordan, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, September 20, 2020, at Friends Fellowship Community. Memorial visitation for Jennie will be from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Memorial service will follow at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021, […] — (Posted September 11, 2021)

Michael L. Straley Michael L. Straley, 76 of Lynn was born on August 17, 1945 to Donald L. and Faye Cash Straley. He was a 1963 Graduate of Lee Driver High School and married the love of his life, Kaylene Isenbarger Straley of Lynn and continued to live there until his passing on September 10, 2021, from the […] — (Posted September 11, 2021)

Loren Eugene Lilly Loren Eugene Lilly, 86, of Lynn, IN passed away Monday afternoon, July 26, 2021 at his residence, with family by his side. He was born October 24, 1934 in Carlos, IN the son of Maurice and Helen (Williams) Lilly. He was a 1952 graduate of Spartanburg High School. Loren received his Bachelor of Science for […] — (Posted September 11, 2021)

Robin Joann Hayes Robin Joann Hayes, age 58, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at Reid Health. Born July 10, 1963, in Richmond, Indiana, to H. Raymond and Dannelle Parker Hayes, Robin was a life-long resident of this community. She was born a special needs child. Despite her handicaps and lack of speaking abilities, Robin brought […] — (Posted September 11, 2021)

Dennis Edward Hunt Dennis Edward Hunt, 68, passed away unexpectedly on Friday September 10, 2021 at his home in Centerville, Indiana. Born in New Castle, Indiana on April 21, 1953, Dennis grew up in the Cambridge City community and attended Lincoln High School. He had worked several jobs throughout his life which included tree trimming, supervision at Champion […] — (Posted September 11, 2021)

Ernie Eugene Renner Ernie Eugene Renner, age 64, of Richmond, Indiana, died unexpectedly Monday, September 6, 2021, at his home. Ernie was born on March 12, 1957, in Richmond, Indiana, to Marvin and Dixie Shade Black. If you have any information regarding Earne’s family, please call (765) 966-0596. — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Tedford “Ted” Leroy Havens Tedford “Ted” Leroy Havens, 85, Tipton, passed away at 5:30 am, Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at his home. He was born on April 12, 1936, to the late Henry Leroy and Iris Irene (Young) Havens. Ted was a 1954 graduate of Kokomo High School. He worked for Conrail as a Railroad Conductor for 40 years […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Janice Elaine “Jan” Hunt Janice Elaine “Jan” Hunt, age 80, of New Paris, Ohio, died Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at Reid Health. Born October 6, 1940, in Richmond, Indiana, to Alfred and Elizabeth Sims Smith, Jan was a life-long resident of this area. She retired from Holiday Inn, where she worked in sales and had previously served as the […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Jimmy L. McLemore Jimmy L. McLemore, age 73, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, September 9, 2021, at home surrounded by his family. Born November 30, 1947, in Richmond, Indiana, to Rufus and Ruth McLemore, Jimmy was a life-long resident of this community. He retired as a machinist from Dana Corporation/Perfect Circle after 25 years of service. Jimmy enjoyed […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Cathy Louise Rummel Cathy Louise Rummel, 61, Williamsburg, passed away early Tuesday morning September 7, 2021 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana after a long battle with Lupus. A daughter of the late Eugene Charles and Charlotta Mae “Lottie” (Hawk) Rummel, Cathy was born in New Castle, Indiana on October 17, 1959. Cathy was raised south of Knightstown […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

James Edward Beach, Jr. James Edward Beach, Jr., 46, of Connersville, passed away September 7, 2021 at Reid Health, Richmond. He was born on July 1, 1975 in Dearborn County, Indiana to Brenda Starr Adams Beach and James Edward Beach. On June 2, 2002, Jimmy married Amber Roberts. Mrs. Beach survives. Jimmy enjoyed watching his sons play football. He […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

William “Bill” H. Kincaid III William “Bill” H. Kincaid III, 79, of New Castle passed away Thursday, September 9, 2021 at his residence. He was born March 20, 1942 in Connersville to the late William H. Kincaid II and Melissa (Benedict) Pritchett. Bill was a 1960 graduate of Mississinewa High School. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1961 and served […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Marcia Jo Smith Marcia Jo Smith, age 79, passed away on Monday September 6, 2021 at Reid Health. She was born on October 11, 1941 in Connersville, Indiana to Willis and Maxine Dawson Pyke. Marcia was a graduate of Richmond High School, class of 1959 and married Joe Smith on February 11, 1961 in the First Christian Church […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Mary Esther Carpenter Stump Mary Esther Carpenter Stump, 88, of Richmond, died unexpectedly on September 9, 2021, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born May 19, 1933, in Richmond to Miles and Edna Kendall Shute Shlangen and lived here all her life. She was a homemaker and member of the First Friends Meeting. She enjoyed attending musical events […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Larry Craig Cox Larry Craig Cox, 70 of Winchester, IN, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at Reid Hospital, after a brief illness. He was born on March 3, 1951, in Paris Kentucky. Larry was a meat cutter at Bunsold’s as well as a mould maker for OMCO before opening Larry Cox’s Winchester Auto Glass which he […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Phyllis A. Doyle Phyllis A. Doyle, 83, of Connersville, passed away on Thursday September 9, 2021 at Majestic Care of Connersville. She was born on April 16, 1938 in Cambridge City to Clarence and Hazel (Brooks) Lawrence and lived her whole life in this area. Phyllis worked for over 40 years in nursing homes and hotels doing housekeeping. […] — (Posted September 10, 2021)

Naomi F. Hutchens – LaRose Naomi F. Hutchens – LaRose, 81, of Richmond, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021, at Reid Hospital. Naomi was born on February 12, 1940, in Blytheville, Arkansas. Naomi was a homemaker. She returned to school to earn her high school diploma from Richmond High School in 1991. Naomi attended Light House Church. She enjoyed […] — (Posted September 9, 2021)

Montell (Monty) W. Shinn Jr Montell (Monty) W. Shinn Jr, 54, of Centerville IN, transitioned Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Hospice of Hamilton, in Hamilton, OH. Monty was born July 28, 1967, the son of Montell Sr. and Rebecca (Bertram) Shinn Garvin. Monty enjoyed joking around with a great sense of humor. He was very thoughtful and caring and loved […] — (Posted September 9, 2021)

Jessica Atkins Jessica Atkins, age 45, passed away at Reid Health on August 28, 2021. She was born November 4, 1975, to Tim Atkins and Vicky Christian, in New Castle, Indiana. Jessica attended Eastern Hancock Schools and was a current resident of Richmond, Indiana. She loved fishing, arts & crafts, music, dancing and spending time with family […] — (Posted September 9, 2021)

James A. Steele James A. Steele, 85, of Connersville died on Tuesday September 7, 2021, at Reid Health in Richmond after a brief illness. James was born to Luther and Pearl (Hughes) Steele on February 16, 1936 in Jackson County, Kentucky. He was an arc welder at Design and Manufacturing (D & M) starting his career in 1965. […] — (Posted September 9, 2021)

Kathy Elliott Kathy Elliott, age 52, a resident of Wabash, Indiana, passed away Monday, September 6, 2021 at Parkview Regional Hospital in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. She was born July 17, 1969, a daughter of Eugene Thompson and Martha Chaser Thompson. Kathy was a 1988 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. She attended the Living Faith Church […] — (Posted September 9, 2021)

Lance Robert Rollf Lance Robert Rollf, age 67, of Williamsburg, Indiana, died Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at home surrounded by his family. Lance was born on September 22, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert and JoAnn Richardson Rollf. He was a graduate of Fox Chapel High School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Salem College in West Virginia. Lance proudly […] — (Posted September 9, 2021)

Lyra Lenora Orr Lyra Lenora Orr, age 3 months, passed away Sunday, September 4, 2021 at her home. She was born May 18, 2021 in New Castle and was an infant daughter of Bradley Orr and Cheyenne Sexton. She loved watching Bubble Guppies and being with her siblings. She also enjoyed her Alilo bunny rattle and sleeping to […] — (Posted September 9, 2021)