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.

Joe C. Purcell Joe C. Purcell, age 88, of Centerville, Indiana, died Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at Pineknoll Rehabilitation Centre in Winchester, Indiana. Joe was born March 7, 1933, in Mount Vernon, Kentucky, to Simmie and Mary Tudor Purcell. He began working at AVCO at the age of 17 and was employed there until it closed. After retiring, […] — (Posted May 7, 2021)

Doris P. Richardson Doris P. Richardson, 90 of Liberty passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. She was born on March 31, 1931 in Franklin County to Jesse Sellers Sr. and Mattie Allen Sellers. Doris was a 1950 graduate of Alquina High School. She was long time member of Maple Grove Baptist Church and most recently Hanna Creek […] — (Posted May 7, 2021)

Terry Lee Hunter Terry Lee Hunter, 65 or Richmond, passed away May 4, 2021 in his home. He was born April 20, 1956 in Richmond to Virgil and Joan Perry Hunter and lived here all of his life. He was a jack of all trades; he loved to listen to music and watch movies. He is survived by […] — (Posted May 7, 2021)

Jessie Faye Brogdon Jessie Faye Brogdon, 78, of Lynn, died Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at Reid Health in Richmond. She was born in Ten Mile, TN on February 22, 1943 to James and Grace (Lemons) Harrison and lived most of her life in Wayne and Randolph counties. Her Christian faith was very important to her and it remained […] — (Posted May 7, 2021)

Angela Joann Asberry Libby Angela Joann Asberry Libby, age 55, a New Castle resident, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, May 5, 2021. She was at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 14, 1966 in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of James Gordon Asberry & Elaine Nicholson Hardgrove. She had resided in New […] — (Posted May 6, 2021)

Billy (Bill) R. Carter On the morning of April 28, 2021, Billy (Bill) R. Carter of Richmond died at age 64. Bill was born to Edna Wilson and Franklin Carter. For the past six years Bill worked in maintenance at Holland Colour. In July of 1974, he married Sharon Phenis, and together raised three children, Angela, Jennifer, and Andrew. […] — (Posted May 6, 2021)

Stephen “Steve” S. Alexander Stephen “Steve” S. Alexander, 71, of Indianapolis passed away on May 4, 2021. Steve’s long, arduous battle with cancer came to an end quietly and without struggle. He surrendered the weapons of treatment and entered Hospice care with the same grace he displayed during the fight. Steve loved his family fiercely and found no greater […] — (Posted May 6, 2021)

Salem Gray Goodwin Salem Gray Goodwin, age 19 days old of Richmond Indiana died at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital on May 5, 2021. Salem was born on April 16, 2021 at Saint Vincent Hospital for Woman in Indianapolis Indiana. Right from the start Salem was a fighter. Salem had his Momma’s nose and his Daddy’s toes. He was […] — (Posted May 6, 2021)

Thomas L. Carlin Thomas L. Carlin, age 68, passed away at Randolph Nursing Home on May 2, 2021. He was born August 2, 1952, to Delbert and Rita Carlin in Richmond, Indiana. Thomas attended Richmond High School. He was a painter and had also worked in construction. Thomas was a loving, quiet man and he will be missed. […] — (Posted May 5, 2021)

George Thomas “Tom” Sharp George Thomas “Tom” Sharp, 80, of Modoc, died Monday, May 3. 2021 at The Waters of New Castle. Arrangements: Culberson Funeral Home. No public services are planned. — (Posted May 5, 2021)

Terry D. Wilson Terry D. Wilson, 68, passed away on Monday May 3, 2021 at home, surrounded by his family. Terry was born September 17, 1952 in New Castle, Indiana to Cecil Paul and Marguerite E. (Pierson) Wilson. He graduated in 1970 from Northeastern High School and married his wife of 51 years Susan D (Nicholson)Wilson. Terry and […] — (Posted May 5, 2021)

Noble Edwin Toney Noble Edwin Toney, 73, died on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Greenbriar Nursing Center, in Eaton Ohio. Noble was born to Harold and Adelene Beall Toney, on November 11, 1947 in Richmond, Indiana. Noble attended area schools and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Asheville with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Lucinda (Cindy) Johnson Lucinda (Cindy) Johnson, Richmond, was born on March 3, 1931 in Clayhole, Kentucky; the daughter of Green and Dulcina Roberts. She passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Reid Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Cindy was a resident of Richmond, retired, and loved game shows, crossword puzzles, and (as she got […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Ruby M. Haney Ruby M. Haney, 77, passed away on May 2, 2021 at her home in Lynn, Indiana. Ruby was born on August 2, 1943 in New Castle to the late Oscar “Jeff” and Ruth J. (Isenbarger) Brown. She was a 1961 graduate of Lynn High School. Ruby married David Haney in 1962. Ruby worked as the […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Richard Ralph Rudicil Richard Ralph Rudicil, age 84, of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on May 3, 2021 at his home. He was born on July 30, 1936 the son of Arthur and Ethel (Ross) Rudicil. He graduated from Centerville High School in Indiana and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. On December 8, 1962, he […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Patricia K. Mertz Patricia K. Mertz, of Richmond, Indiana, was born November 7, 1929, and passed away May 2, 2021. She was preceded in death by parents: William and Anna Hartman, three older sisters, and her husband. She is survived by son: Steve Mertz; grandson: Chris Mertz and niece Judith Beeson. Funeral services will be held at Community […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Michael Leo Spurgeon Michael Leo Spurgeon, age 77, of Mishawaka, Indiana, died Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Primrose Retirement Community of Mishawaka. Michael was born August 20, 1943, in Richmond, Indiana, to Jerome and Mayme Bruck Spurgeon. He graduated from Richmond High School and attended the College of Eastern Utah for one year. Michael served in the United […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Opal Green Donica Opal Green Donica, age 82, former resident of New Castle, residing in Riverton, Utah, passed away April 23, 2021 at her residence. She was born February 16, 1939 in Clay County, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Max and Linda Jane Smith Green. She was a member of the First Bible Freewill Baptist Church in […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Bonnie L. Robinson Bonnie L. Robinson of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on the morning of Wednesday, April 25, 2021 at Henry County Memorial Hospital. She was born October 1, 1926 to Thomas (Doc) and Fannie (Rossa) Reece in New Castle, Indiana. Bonnie married Charles V. Robinson October 1949 and was a homemaker and […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Donald Ray Guffey Donald Ray Guffey, age 70, of Kokomo, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021, at his home. He was born September 29, 1950, in Albany, Kentucky. He was the son of Raymond H. Guffey and Betty A. (Conner) Guffey. Donald was a 1968 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and went on to enlist in […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Dr. Mark M. Wynn Dr. Mark M. Wynn, 68, passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 surrounded by his family at Reid Health, Richmond. Mark was born on September 30, 1952 to John M. Wynn and Ethel Mae (Barrett) Wynn. Mark graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1971 and was an honors graduate from the National […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Robert L. Steele Robert L. Steele, age 68, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, May 3, 2021, at Arbor Trace. Born December 18, 1952, in Richmond, Indiana, to Bearl A. and Thelma A. Mullen Steele, Bob was a life-long resident of this community. He served in the U.S. Army. Bob became the owner/operator of his family’s business, Steele’s Wrecker […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Anora F. Turner Anora F. Turner, 90 of New Paris, Ohio, died Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Rosebud Village in Richmond, IN. Anora was born on December 6, 1930 in Williamsburg, IN the daughter of the late Ernest D. & Mary A. (Kane) Fahien. She had lived in New Paris most of her life and attended St. John […] — (Posted May 4, 2021)

Steven D. Rankin Steven D. Rankin, age 61, passed away peacefully on February 23rd, 2021, in Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico. He was born on October 2nd, 1959 in Greenfield, Indiana to Thomas and Gladys Rankin. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1977. Upon graduation, he spent many years in Pensacola, Florida, which was still one of his favorite […] — (Posted May 3, 2021)

Jack L. Rains Jack L. Rains, 83, of New Castle, passed away on the morning of Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis surrounded by his family. He was born on August 3, 1937 in New Castle, Indiana, son of the late Roger D. and Betty E. (Smith) Rains. Jack was a lifelong resident of […] — (Posted May 3, 2021)

Ruby T. Huffman Ruby T. Huffman, 94, New Lisbon, passed into heavenly peace on Friday April 30, 2021. She has been residing at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle, Indiana for two years, previously a resident of New Lisbon for the past twenty years. A daughter of the late Shade and Myrtie (Bates) Crabtree, Ruby was born […] — (Posted May 3, 2021)

Norma G. York Norma G. York, age 88, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, April 28th at Reid Health, after a long battle with dementia. She was born July 24th, 1932, in Cold Springs, Kentucky, to Roy and Isabelle Durham Cooper. Norma married Bob York, August 26th, 1950. God blessed them with one daughter after having two stillborn babies […] — (Posted May 1, 2021)

Brian Vance Brian Vance, age 42, of Lynn, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 26, 2021, at his home after a sudden illness. Born October 29, 1978, in Richmond, Indiana, to Marvin and Donna Miller Vance, Brian was a life-long resident of this area. He left a manufacturing career to devote his love and attention to being […] — (Posted May 1, 2021)

Pamela Boa Passmore Pamela Boa Passmore Richmond – Pamela was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Andrew and Mary Catherine (Haynes) Boa. She was a graduate of Richmond High School. Pamela was a beautiful lady and always had a nice compliment for every person she came into contact with. Pamela attended Ball State University and San Jose State University. […] — (Posted May 1, 2021)

Alice M. Henemyre Alice M. Henemyre, 80 of Richmond went to be with the Lord on Thursday (April 29, 2021) surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on November 27, 1940 to Ralph J Klingman and Julia Bell Hughes. “Momma” or “Nana” is what most that knew her would call her, but she would […] — (Posted May 1, 2021)