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.

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)

Mary Louise Wright-Schmid Mary Louise Wright-Schmid of Richmond died March 21, 2021. Survivors include her husband, George. Memorial services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Stegall-Berheide-Orr Funeral home is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at stegallberheideorr.com. — (Posted March 25, 2021)

Brian Lee Carlin Brian Lee Carlin, 41, passed away on Monday March 22, 2021 in Richmond, Indiana. Brian was born in New Castle, Indiana on April 20, 1979. Brian lived most of his life in the Cambridge City community and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1998. He attended Ivy Tech in Richmond and had […] — (Posted March 25, 2021)

Bonnie L. Farmer Bonnie L. Farmer, 88, of Modoc, passed on to her Heavenly Home, at the home of her daughter and her husband, on Monday, March 22, 2021, following a brief illness. She was born in New Castle on July 18, 1932 to Russell and Blanche (Lannerd) Fuson and was a lifelong resident of Wayne and Randolph […] — (Posted March 25, 2021)

Brenda D. Spurling Brenda D. Spurling, 61, of Straughn passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at her home. She was born February 1, 1960, in Rushville, the daughter of Jacob and Louise (Spurlin) Whitten. On February 4, 1977, she married her husband of 44 years, James T. “Jim” Spurling, and he survives. In addition to Jim, Brenda is […] — (Posted March 25, 2021)

David C. Wood David C. Wood, 79, of New Castle and formerly of Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, March 21, 2021 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born August 27, 1941 in Indianapolis, a son of the late George D. and Miriam E. (Schanzlin) Wood. A 1959 graduate of Pike High School, David attended Rose-Poly for one year […] — (Posted March 24, 2021)

Russell Clifton Radford Russell Clifton Radford, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Sunday, March 14, 2021, at Reid Health. Russell was born on May 4, 1939, in Cumberland, Kentucky, the youngest child of Travis and Ola Radford. He served in the U.S. Army. Russell was a father who struggled in many ways to show his children he […] — (Posted March 24, 2021)

Thomas Dale Persinger Thomas Dale Persinger, 57, of Oxford, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2021. He was born on September 14, 1963, in Oxford, and is the son of Emery and Anita Williamson Persinger. Thomas graduated from Union County High School in 1981. He worked as a graphic artist and screen printer. He absolutely loved playing […] — (Posted March 24, 2021)