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.

William Devion Sutton William Devion Sutton, age 88, a New Castle resident, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Henry Community Health. He was born October 24, 1932 in Russell County, Kentucky and was the son of Henry and Mae (Lawless) Sutton. He married Twilla Mae Ocker in 1969 and retired from Indiana Muncie Bridge Company. He was […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Helen Marie Smith Helen Marie Smith, 89, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Heritage House Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born on May 18, 1932 in Union County to Charlie R. and Gertrude Mae Cain Cox and was a graduate of Milton High School. On November 11, 1950, Helen married Buryl […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Virginia J. Silvers Virginia J. Silvers, age 68, of Connersville, Indiana died September 19, 2021. Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Connersville. — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Wanetta Baker Scott Wanetta Baker Scott, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the age of 95 in her Connersville, Indiana home. She was born in Clover Bottom, Jackson County, Kentucky on October 7, 1925, one of four children to Milton and Bessie (Lunsford) Baker. The Baker family moved to […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Sarah Margaret “Maggie” Grubbs Sarah Margaret “Maggie” Grubbs, Richmond, 70, passed away at her residence on September 18, 2021. She was born March 22, 1951, in Harrison, Arkansas, the daughter of Charles Benjamin Grubbs and Mildred Anna Strate Grubbs. Maggie was raised in Madison, Indiana. She later resided in New Albany, Indiana and has most recently lived in Richmond, […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Dawn M. Davis Dawn M. Davis, age 47, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, September 20, 2021, at home surrounded by her family. Born August 27, 1974, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Rodney and Elma Gangtong Draculan, Dawn moved to Richmond in 2002. She worked as the general manager at O’Charley’s in Richmond and multiple other locations. Dawn was goal […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Darlene J. Lunt Darlene J. Lunt, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, September 19, 2021, at home surrounded by her family. Born July 29, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to Anthony and Sophie Malanowski Wolnik, Darlene had lived in Richmond for the past 37 years. She was a 1965 graduate of Reavis High School in Burbank, Illinois. Darlene […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Frank Samuel Presley Frank Samuel Presley, 73, of Richmond died September 20, 2021, at Reid Health. He was born January 7, 1948, in Lackey, Kentucky, and lived here most of his life. He retired from carpet sales, and formerly worked as a bartender and operated a Deli. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Nancy K. Ferriell Nancy K. Ferriell, age 69, of Eaton, OH went to meet her Lord on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at her residence. She was born October 1, 1951 in Richmond, IN to the late J. Homer and Harriett Ethel (Hunsucker) Rutherford. Nancy was a 1969 graduate of Eaton High School; was a member of Visitation Catholic […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Erin Renee McDugle Erin Renee McDugle, age 38, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 13th, 2021, at her home. She was born July 7th, 1983, at Reid Memorial Hospital in Richmond. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marc McDugle (2008) and Pam McDugle (2005). She is survived by her brother, Marc McDugle II, her […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Sandra Sue Mallory Sandra Sue Mallory, age 76, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, September 20, 2021, at Reid Health. Born February 4, 1945, in Richmond, Indiana, to William Larkin and Dorothy Smith Green, Sandy was a life-long resident of this community. She graduated from Centerville High School. Sandy was a member of Southview Church of the Nazarene. She […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Troy Wayne Young Troy Wayne Young, 69, of Richmond, entered into eternal life on Sunday, September 19, 2021. Troy was born in East Bernstadt, Laurel County, Kentucky on April 28, 1952 to Raymond and Ida Mae Moore Young. He worked at Philco Ford/Visteon for 32 years, retiring in 2006. He married the love of his life, Connie Sue […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Robert F. Zwissler Robert F. Zwissler, age 83, Richmond, passed away on September 15, 2021 at Reid Health after a brief stay at Golden Rule. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on March 15, 1938 to Edwin and Katherine Haustetter Zwissler. Robert started working at Earlham Cemetery at age 14 and retired at the age of 79 after […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

Robert Francis “Bob” Walschlager Robert Francis “Bob” Walschlager, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, joined our Heavenly Father on Sunday, September 19, 2021, at Reid Health. Bob was born on December 2, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, to Raymond and Ann Szliazas Walschlager. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Robert retired from Belden Wire & Cable, where he worked as […] — (Posted September 21, 2021)

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)