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.

Donna R. Darrah Donna R. Darrah, age 94, a New Castle resident, passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021 following a brief illness. She was born November 12, 1926 in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Jess and Gladys Irene Reece Ratliff. She was a lifelong resident of Henry County and a 1945 graduate of Kennard High […] — (Posted April 2, 2021)

Carl Eugene Burke Carl Eugene Burke, 89, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at I.U. Health Ball Memorial in Muncie. He was born July 29, 1931 in Cleveland, Ohio a son of the late Orville A. and Mary Helen (Scott) Burke. He retired after 20 years of service in the United States Air Force. Carl […] — (Posted April 2, 2021)

Shirley June Risch Shirley June Risch, 91, of Connersville passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her home on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. One of two children of Harry P. and Kathryn Moore Cates, Shirley was born in Connersville on April 4, 1929. She attended Maplewood School and graduated from Connersville High School with the class […] — (Posted April 2, 2021)

Eulalah A. Nelson Eulalah A. Nelson, age 94, of Centerville, Indiana, died Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family. Born March 14, 1927, in Losantville, Indiana, to Sanford and Daisy Ethel Foster Scott, Eulalah was a life-long resident of Wayne County, Indiana. She graduated from Hagerstown High School. Eulalah retired from Grain Dealers in […] — (Posted April 2, 2021)

Kenny Neal Kenny Neal died suddenly in the early morning hours of Saturday, March 27th on the West side of Richmond, where he lived most of his life. His maternal grandmother, Gram, and his father, Kenneth Allen Neal I, preceded him in death. He is survived by his devoted and beloved mother, Joy Dalton, two adored daughters, […] — (Posted April 2, 2021)

Donna L. (Glass) Heindl Donna L. (Glass) Heindl, 76, died peacefully in her home in Swayzee, Indiana, while surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 27, 2021. Donna was born in Dayton, Kentucky, on September 23, 1944, to the late Clarence and Lucille (Garrison) Glass. On June 1, 1968, she married Robert J. Heindl, who preceded her in death. […] — (Posted March 31, 2021)

Tonya Durbin Tonya Durbin, 27, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 25, 2021 at her home. A funeral mass is planned for March 31, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Church, Cambridge City at 11 am. — (Posted March 31, 2021)

Sally Marie Apple Sally Marie Apple, 84, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord early Monday morning, March 29, 2021 at Reid Health, Richmond. Sally was born October 21, 1936 in Connersville to Delmar and Helen Sherwood Brown. For over 32 years, she was employed at GTE as a switchboard operator in various facilities, and she […] — (Posted March 31, 2021)

John Daniel (Danny) Stockton, Sr. John Daniel (Danny) Stockton, Sr., passed away March 28th., 2021 doing one of his favorite things, playing basketball. He was born June 15, 1955, the middle of nine kids to Jesse and Margaret Stockton. He served in the Army from July through September of 1973. He retired from the Maintenance Department at New Castle Schools […] — (Posted March 31, 2021)

Carol J. Moore Carol J. Moore, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, March 29, 2021, at Reid Health. Born July 15, 1939, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Finley and Verna Relaford Gray, Carol lived in Richmond since 1963. She was an interior designer, having worked at Roberds and Bullerdick Furniture before retiring. Carol enjoyed the Petal and Stem […] — (Posted March 31, 2021)

Mary Lou Evans Mary Lou Evans, age 84, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, March 29, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family. Born October 10, 1936, in Richmond, Indiana, to Thomas and Phyllis Sheffer Hampton, Mary Lou was a 1954 graduate of Williamsburg High School. She was a GTE phone operator and a teacher’s aide at Centerville […] — (Posted March 31, 2021)

Linda Lou Worch Linda Lou Worch, née Davis, began her journey on October 14, 1955, in Somerset, Kentucky. Born to Charles and Lexie Davis, Linda was the youngest of nine children, where they lived modestly in the hills of southern Kentucky. When Linda was a teenager, the family relocated to Richmond, Indiana. Shortly after graduation from high school […] — (Posted March 30, 2021)

Sherry Lynn Study Sherry Lynn Study, age 70, of Richmond passed unexpectedly at Reid Health on Sunday, March 21, 2021. Ms. Study was born April 19, 1950, in Bloomington, Indiana, to John H. and Jean Arnett Pemberton. She was a long-time resident of Wayne County where she raised her children. Sherry graduated from Ball State University with a […] — (Posted March 30, 2021)

Martha Lee Soper Martha Lee Soper, age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Rosebud Village. Born August 10, 1934, in New Castle, Indiana, to Gilbert and Mae Joyce Foyst, Martha lived all of her life in this area. She retired after 28 years of teaching elementary school for Richmond Community Schools. After her retirement, […] — (Posted March 30, 2021)

Lonnie Davis Lonnie Davis of New Castle passed away March 23, 2021. He was born September 15, 1955 to the late Leroy and Della(Covey) Davis. Lonnie liked working on cars and being on his computer playing games and on Facebook. He is survived by his daughter Crystal, husband Gilbert Latham, 2 grand daughters brother Jerry (Beth) Davis, […] — (Posted March 30, 2021)

Tammy Renee Van Duyn Tammy Renee Van Duyn, 50, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Reid Health, Richmond. She was born May 20, 1970 in Rushville, Indiana, to David Mounce and Janet Smallwood Mounce Littleton. Tammy worked at Roberta’s Unique Garden in Waldron, Indiana, for over twenty years as a supervisor. Later, she was employed with […] — (Posted March 30, 2021)

Roberta Morris Roberta Morris, 57 of Pershing passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at her home. She was born on September 18, 1963 in Richmond to Robert Moore and Virginia Moore. On September 19, 1990 she married Steven Morris. Roberta was a faithful member of Bethel Apostolic Church in Connersville. Roberta cherished her time she spent […] — (Posted March 30, 2021)

David O. Horner David O. Horner, age 68, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, March 27, 2021, at Reid Health. Born August 31, 1952, in Richmond, Indiana, to Orville and Juanita Jack Horner, David was a life-long resident of Richmond. He worked at Reid Hospital for 41 years, having retired in 2014. David was a member of Crosspoint Southern […] — (Posted March 29, 2021)

James O. Harrison, Sr. James O. Harrison, Sr., age 90, died Friday morning (March 26, 2021) at Reid Health. He was born on December 16, 1930 in Castine, Ohio to Harry and Mabel Strickler Harrison and had lived in this area most of his life. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War and had been employed […] — (Posted March 28, 2021)

Sandra M. “Sandy” Wagers Sandra M. “Sandy” Wagers, age 66, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 9, 2021, at Reid Health. A memorial gathering will be from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 3, 2021, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. A time of sharing will follow at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April […] — (Posted March 28, 2021)

Fabiola “Fabbie” Erlinda (Armijo) Bane Fabiola “Fabbie” Erlinda (Armijo) Bane, 81, of Richmond, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on February 9, 2021. She was born in Clovis, New Mexico to Jessie (Romero) Ortega on September 15, 1939, and was one of ten children. She married her beloved “Bobby” on January 19, 1957. They were married for sixty-four […] — (Posted March 28, 2021)

Rita V. Daniels Rita V. Daniels, 70, of Richmond died March 27, 2021, at Reid Health. She was born September 8, 1950, in Richmond to Robert W. and Mildred P. Abernathy Weaver and lived here all her life. She retired from Armstrong Cleaners and was a member of the First Southern Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband […] — (Posted March 28, 2021)

James Russell “JR” Necessary James Russell “JR” Necessary, 92, of Yorktown, passed away on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at his home. He was born in Boston, Indiana, on Monday, October 1, 1928, to Roy and Susie (Freeman) Necessary. He married Barbara and they shared thirty-seven years together. JR received degrees from Indiana University and Ball State University. During his […] — (Posted March 28, 2021)

Theodore Lewis “Ted” Alcorn Jr. Theodore Lewis “Ted” Alcorn Jr., 64, of New Castle went to be with Jesus on Friday morning, March 26, 2021, at his residence. He was born October 8, 1956 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Theodore Lewis Sr. and Mary Anne (Herrera) Alcorn. He attended New Castle High School and Ivy Tech […] — (Posted March 28, 2021)

Brent A. Whited Every racer dreams of winning the “Big” one! On March 25th, 2021, Brent A. Whited, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, fulfilled his dream, winning the last race, the best race, the biggest race of all peace, faith, and love into Heaven. Brent came into this world June 17th, 1936, to his proud parents, Robert “Ram” […] — (Posted March 28, 2021)

Phyllis E. Becktell Phyllis E. Becktell, 99, of Hagerstown, died at her home on Thursday, March 18, 2021. She was born in Raleigh, IN on September 20, 1921 to Charles and Ollie (Parrish) Gordon. She was a 1938 graduate of Hagerstown High School and a retired employee of Perfect Circle/Dana Corp. Survivors include 2 children, Philip(Elizabeth) Hay and […] — (Posted March 26, 2021)

Theodore S. “Ted” Williamson Theodore S. “Ted” Williamson, 77, of Greens Fork, died at his home on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. He was born in Woodsfield, OH on April 23, 1943 to Theodore and Hazel (Strickland) Williamson. He resided in Ohio until moving to the Greens Fork area about 30 years ago. A toolmaker, Ted owned and operated TEGA […] — (Posted March 26, 2021)

Robert “Hobbs” D. Webster Robert “Hobbs” D. Webster, age 51, of Indianapolis, passed away at I.U. Health Methodist Hospital, on March 14, 2021. He was born June 13, 1969, the son of Yvonne Webster White and Fred Scott in Richmond, Indiana Robert had lived in Wayne County most of his life and was a graduate of Richmond High School. […] — (Posted March 25, 2021)

Ronald Dean Ragan Ronald Dean Ragan, age 75, of New Castle, entered his heavenly home on Sunday, March 21st., in his home surrounded by his wife and loved ones after a year-long courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 18, 1945 in Albany, Kentucky to Oscar and Gladys (Owens) Ragan, moving to New Castle in 1948 […] — (Posted March 25, 2021)

Rhonda Richardson Dushane Rhonda Richardson Dushane, 74, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on March 24, 2021. She was born on February 20, 1947 in Richmond, Indiana to Harold Eugene and Betty Richardson. Rhonda lived in Greens Fork growing up and attended Hagerstown High School. She loved old Horror movies and walking her best friend Morgan. She is survived […] — (Posted March 25, 2021)