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.
Marilyn Ilene Hamilton Marilyn Hamilton, 88, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Hickory Creek of Connersville. Survivors include her four children, Debbie Long of Brookville, Connie Pennington of Connersville, Karen Hamilton of Connersville, and Kevin Hamilton of Brownsburg; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. Marilyn is preceded in death by her husband, Norman […] — (Posted February 6, 2025)
Paula Jo Elicker Paula Jo Elicker, age 58, passed away February 1, 2025, at Reid Health. She was born April 28, 1966, the daughter of Michael and Geraldine View full obituary — (Posted February 5, 2025)
Brian Lee Laurie Brian Lee Laurie, age 55, a 30-year resident of Muncie and most recently of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Born on October 9, 1969, in Muncie, Indiana, he was the son of Donald Lee and Brenda (Hayes) Laurie.  Brian was a 1988 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and had […] — (Posted February 5, 2025)
Billy Ray Smith Billy Ray Smith, age 63, passed away unexpectedly at his residence January 24, 2025. He was born August 26, 1961, the son of Bobby Smith View full obituary — (Posted February 5, 2025)
Ted Harlan Theodore “Ted” Harlan, 76 of Liberty passed away on February 3, 2025. He was born on November 16, 1948 in Hamilton, Ohio to Wayne Harlan View full obituary — (Posted February 5, 2025)
Charles Franklin Craycraft RICHMOND, Ind. – Charles Franklin Craycraft, age 63, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, February 1, 2025, at home. Born November 21, 1961, in Richmond, Indiana, to Floyd and Johnetta Rogers Craycraft, Charles was a life-long resident of this area. He was a 1980 graduate of Connersville High School. Charles worked in manufacturing at several places, […] — (Posted February 4, 2025)
Dona Marie Clark Dona Marie Clark, 73, of Lebanon, passed away surrounded by her loving family at her residence on Monday, February 3, 2025. A daughter of Bruce and Lena Hurd Sleet, Dona was born May 26, 1951, in Connersville. She was a 1969 graduate of Connersville High School. On June 5, 1972, Dona married Steve Clark in […] — (Posted February 4, 2025)
Galen “Doc” L. Siler Galen L. “Doc” Siler, age 87, of West Manchester, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 3, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on February 11, 1937 in Darke County, Ohio, son of the late, Forest Gale & Vada Leota (Burroughs) Siler. He graduated in 1955 from Lewisburg Union High School. Doc […] — (Posted February 4, 2025)
Charles (Chuck) Joseph Gerth Chuck Gerth, 62, of Denver Colorado and formerly of New Castle, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, January 30 following a brief illness. He was born on December 9, 1962 in Akron, Ohio to the late Charles F. and Marsha A. (Coldiron) Gerth.  He attended St. Anne Catholic Church during his years in New Castle. Chuck […] — (Posted February 4, 2025)
Charles “Verdeen” Harris, Sr.  Charles “Verdeen” Harris Sr., 88, of Lynn, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025, at his residence.  He was born at home on July 28, 1936 in Randolph County, Indiana, to Guthrie & Luella (Cox) Harris and was a lifelong resident of the Lynn Community. Verdeen married the former Sarah I. Steele on November […] — (Posted February 4, 2025)
Phyllis Dianne Stewart Phyllis Diane Stewart, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Ashford Place of Shelbyville, where she had been a resident since 2020. Phyllis was the daughter of Francis and Gladys Fields, born August 3, 1939. She graduated from Alquina High School with the class of 1957. Phyllis was a dedicated worker, working two […] — (Posted February 4, 2025)
Joe Cregar Joseph Eugene Cregar, 53, of Rushville, passed away at his residence Sunday evening, February 2, 2025. A son of John and Belva Linville Cregar, Joe was born April 5, 1971, in Connersville and attended Laurel High School. Joe worked scrapping metal, and in his leisure time, you could find him drawing, building model cars, and […] — (Posted February 4, 2025)
Toby Richard Toby Richard 82 of Richmond passed away on February 2, 2025, at Reid after a long illness. He was born March 29, 1942, in Richmond View full obituary — (Posted February 4, 2025)
Cheryl Darlene Hammond Cheryl Darlene Hammond, 78, a resident of New Castle, passed away peacefully at Glen Oaks Health Campus on Sunday, February 2, 2025 following a long illness. She was born on July 10, 1946, in Somerset, KY, the oldest child of Edward and Ethel (Jones) Dishman. Darlene was a 1964 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High […] — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Wanda Lee Miller Wanda, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away on January 30, 2025, at the age of 68. Born in Richmond Indiana on View full obituary — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Anthony Charles Wicker Obituary pending. Memorial contributions may be made in Anthony’s name to Help The Animals 2101 W Main St. Richmond, Indiana 47374 — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Winifred M. Oda Winifred M. Oda, 98 of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Maple Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Eaton. Born on August 19, 1926 in Jennings, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Charles C. & Lottie V. (Banker) Stedman. She was a Dixie High School graduate and attended the Verona […] — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Nancy Kay Napier RICHMOND, Ind. – Nancy Kay Napier, age 67, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare, surrounded by family. Born April 25, 1957, in Richmond, Indiana, to John Estill and Barbara Ramsey Murray, Kay was a life-long resident of Richmond. She worked at Meijer for over 10 years, and before that she […] — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Kathy J. Montoney-Huffine RICHMOND, IN– Kathy J. Montoney-Huffine, age 76, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at her home. Born April 25, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to Joseph and Ruby Freeman Montoney, Kathy lived in this community her entire life. She was a graduate of Williamsburg High School and worked at US Bank for 6 ½ […] — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Diana L. Blankenship Diana L. Blankenship, 82, a resident of New Castle passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 at her home. She was born February 19, 1942 in New Castle to the late Lloyd and Hyacinth (Cain) Kern. Diana was employed at the New Castle State Developmental Center for ten years. She then transferred to the Pendleton Correctional […] — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Sharon K Blaker Sharon K. Blaker passed away on Friday January 31, 2025, at Reid Health. She was 83 years old. Sharon was born in Connersville, IN on View full obituary — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Ron L. Dannaker Ron L. Dannaker, age 78, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. Born on May 5, 1946 in Urbana, Ohio, son of the late William & Betty (Shafer) Dannaker. He graduated from Springfield High school in 1964.  Ron proudly served in the US Air Force […] — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Teresa Cmehil Teresa Cmehil, 63, of New Castle, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, at Hickory Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on September 5, 1961, in New Castle, IN. She worked at Marsh Supermarkets for many years before retiring. Teresa enjoyed Bingo, word searches, loved animals and painting. She enjoyed joking around and was […] — (Posted February 3, 2025)
Reva Elaine Brewer Reva Elaine Brewer, 86, of Winchester went home to be with the Lord on the afternoon of Friday, January 31, 2025. She was born on April 12, 1938 in Oakley, KS, a daughter of the late Elmer and Bernice (Weygandt) Thom. Reva grew up in Chicago, IL through her childhood and later moved to Decatur, […] — (Posted February 1, 2025)
James W. Pope James Pope, 73, of Hagerstown, passed away on Friday January 31, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. He was born August 10, 1951, in Henry County to the late James and Lillie (Brewster) Pope. Hard working is the best way to describe James, he owned several small businesses from recycling to mowing yards. He also […] — (Posted February 1, 2025)
Wendell Voiles Wendell Voiles, 67, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at IU Health Ball Hospital in Muncie. He was born October 21, 1957, in New Castle to Joseph and Ruby (Wilkinson) Voiles. Wendell was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from the Army National Guard after 21 ½ years. He also retired from […] — (Posted February 1, 2025)
Sharon J. Teague Sharon J. Teague, 79, formerly of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Wellbrooke of Kokomo. She was born June 13, 1945 in New Castle to Estill and Roena (Catron) Criswell. Sharon retired from St. Joseph’s Hospital, Kokomo as a registered nurse in 2018. She had previously worked at Henry County Memorial Hospital […] — (Posted January 31, 2025)
Dale Howard Dale E. Howard, 76, of Greens Fork, IN passed away on Friday January 31, 2025. He was born in Richmond, IN on July 29, 1948 to Floyd and Phyllis (Caskey) Howard and lived his entire life in this area. Dale graduated in 1966 from Short High School in Liberty and then went Purdue, graduating in […] — (Posted January 31, 2025)
Peggy Gibson — (Posted January 31, 2025)
Rhonda Kay Powell Heaven welcomed another angel home. Rhonda Kay Powell of Liberty, Indiana passed away on January 29, 2025 at Reid Health. Rhonda was born July 16, View full obituary — (Posted January 31, 2025)