Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Karl Louis “Louie” Thomas Karl Louis “Louie” Thomas, age 56, a New Castle resident, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Ball Hospital in Muncie. He was born April 29, 1965 in Greensburg, Indiana. He was a resident of Greensburg and New Castle all of his life and was a 1983 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He […] — (Posted October 26, 2021)

James (Jim) D. Penticuff James (Jim) D. Penticuff, age 58, was called home to Glory on October 21, 2021. A lifelong resident of New Castle, Jim was born January 20, 1963, the son of the late James O. and Doris Penticuff. Jim was a 1981 graduate on New Castle Chrysler High School and received his bachelor’s degree in 2005 […] — (Posted October 24, 2021)

Donald Gene Stout Donald Gene Stout, age 90, of Crystal River, Florida passed away peacefully September 25, 2021. He was a former resident of Fayette and Union County, Indiana. He was born in Alquina on March 22, 1931, to Morton and Catherine (Mong) Stout. He graduated from Connersville High School in 1949. After high school he was inducted […] — (Posted October 24, 2021)

Judith Diane Morford Judith Diane Morford, 71, of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly Monday morning, October 12, 2021 at her home. She was born September 10, 1950 in New Castle, Indiana, one of six children of Donald Wilson, Sr. and Martha Christine Corn Wilson. On September 1, 1990, she was married to Larry G. Morford of Connersville. Mr. Morford […] — (Posted October 24, 2021)

Rita J. Robinson Rita J. Robinson, age 63, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, October 21, 2021, at her home. Born May 3, 1958, in Richmond, Indiana, to Loren and Margaret Brumley Steele, Rita was a life-long resident of Wayne County, Indiana. She graduated from Hagerstown High School. Rita worked at Belden for 22 years. She was an avid […] — (Posted October 24, 2021)

Janet Kay Brooks Bisson Janet Kay Brooks Bisson, age 67, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, October 21, 2021, at Arbor Trace. Jan was born on February 4, 1954, in Richmond, Indiana, to Harlan and Lois Rohe Brooks. She graduated from Richmond High School in 1972, followed by a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University in 1976 and a master’s degree […] — (Posted October 22, 2021)

Virginia Meyer Virginia Meyer, age 86, of Richmond passed away on Thursday October 21, 2021 at Golden Rule Living Center. She was born on October 5, 1935 in Richmond to John and Helen Behnen Chamberlain and had lived here all her life. She was a retired employee of the former Philco-Ford in Connersville and was a lifelong […] — (Posted October 22, 2021)

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)