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.

Terry K. Jarvis Terry K. Jarvis, 77, Dublin, passed away Monday evening February 8, 2021 at Golden Rule Nursing Home in Richmond, Indiana. A son of the late Raymond and Mary (Hendricks) Jarvis, Terry was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on September 24, 1943. Terry and his family had lived in Indianapolis before moving to the Western Wayne community […] — (Posted February 10, 2021)

Twilla Mae Sutton Twilla Mae Sutton, age 85, a New Castle resident, passed away Friday, February 5, 2021 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born November 7, 1935 in New Castle, a daughter of the late William L. and Cleo Olive Moore Ocker. She was a New Castle resident most of her life and a graduate […] — (Posted February 9, 2021)

Darleen May Barnes Darleen May Barnes, 78, of Connersville passed away early Sunday morning, February 7, 2021 at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. A daughter of Norman Glenn and Bertha Lavaughn Dunn Harris, Darleen was born on August 2, 1942 in Connersville. On April 8, 1964, Darleen married Carl Ozias Barnes in West Palm Beach, Florida and they moved […] — (Posted February 9, 2021)

Elizabeth “Betty Lou” Hampton Elizabeth “Betty Lou” Hampton 78 of Richmond got her wings Saturday, February 6, 2021, at home with her family by her side. She was born November 15, 1942, in Richmond to Elmer & Gladys Dunn Griffin and lived here all her life. Betty attended Richmond Schools and worked at Richmond Baking Company, Huffy’s Bicycle, and […] — (Posted February 9, 2021)

David Eversole David Eversole, age 69, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, February 5, 2021, at Reid Health. Born April 21, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, to Alex and Alta Mae Davis Eversole, David was a life-long resident of Richmond. He graduated from Richmond High School. David worked for Dunham-Lehr and G.W. Davis. He enjoyed listening to music, playing […] — (Posted February 8, 2021)

Delores Louise Doherty Delores Louise Doherty, age 89, New Paris, died peacefully at her home on February 1, 2021. She was born on September 22, 1931 in Addy, Washington to John Hiram and Edna Lucille Harrel Dearinger. Delores was a secretary at Natco for over 30 years and was a member of Saint John Catholic Church in New […] — (Posted February 8, 2021)

Ritchy Cornett Ritchy Cornett, age 52, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on February 6, 2021. He was born September 18, 1968, to Richard and Magadleana Cornett, in Harlan County, Kentucky. Ritchy lived in Wayne County most of his life. He was an animal lover, an avid hunter and loved games. He leaves to cherish his memory, […] — (Posted February 8, 2021)

Joan Hunt Joan Hunt passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at home with her loving family by her side. She was born in Milton on August 21, 1932 to Willard H and Ethel Garnelle Davis Barnes. Joan was a Wampus Cat graduating in 1950 from Cambridge City High School. She married Glen Allen Hunt on June […] — (Posted February 8, 2021)

Jeraldine “Jerry” Wright Jeraldine “Jerry” Wright, 89, of New Castle passed away peacefully in her sleep Friday, February 5, 2021 at her home. She was born February 3, 1932 in New Castle to the late Virgil and Gladys (Cole) Tinkle. She was a 1949 graduate of New Castle High School and retired from Modernfold after 25 years of […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Vivian Ann Gabbard Hamilton Vivian Ann Gabbard Hamilton, 77, of Connersville passed away Friday evening, February 5, 2021 at Reid Health of Connersville. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 PM, Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Lovett officiating. Following cremation, burial will be in Laurel North Cemetery. Friends may call at […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Roberta Lavine Rummel Roberta Lavine Rummel, 94, of Connersville, passed away peacefully Friday morning, February 5, 2021 at her residence She was born September 4, 1926 in Shelby County, Indiana, one of ten children of Albert and Bertha Hendrickson Cowin. Roberta for 21 years was employed by Rex Manufacturing and its successor Philco-Ford. She then worked in the […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Esther Marie Garwood Esther Marie Garwood, 94, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, February 4, 2021 at Reid Health, Richmond. She was born June 10, 1926 in North Washington, Pennsylvania to Orion Raymond and Blanche Mariah Rihel Brown. Esther was a registered nurse trained by the Army Nurse Cadet program and graduated from Meadville City Hospital School of Nursing […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Evelyn Louise (Lynn) Sparks Evelyn Louise (Lynn) Sparks 47 of Richmond went to be with the Lord on January 29, 2021. Evelyn Passed away at Reid health with her mother Laura Ellis and Uncle Danny Lemons by her side. Evelyn was born in Marion, Indiana August 21, 1973, to Laura Ellis and Randy Burnett. She attended Winchester Community High […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Carlita Jean “Carla” Ketron Carlita Jean “Carla” Ketron, age 59, of Richmond, Indiana, died unexpectedly Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at her home. Born September 5, 1961, in Richmond, Indiana, to General May and Georgia Burke, Carla was a life-long resident of this community. She was full of life, one of a kind, and had a very kind and loving […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Dorothie M. “Dottie” Hall After a long life, filled with family and service, Dorothie M. “Dottie” Hall passed away on February 3, 2021, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born in Canada on March 13, 1926, Dorothie and her family moved to Detroit when she was three. While in high school she met Webster “Web” Hall, her husband of 72 years. […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Linda Lou Hughes Linda Lou Hughes, age 75, of Centerville, Indiana, died Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born October 30, 1945, in Santa Ana, California, to William and Hazel Heithaus Replogle, Linda was a life-long resident of Wayne County, Indiana. She was a school bus driver for Centerville-Abington Schools for 40 years. Linda served as a […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Linda Joan Arvin Linda Joan Arvin, age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, February 4, 2021, at Reid Health. Born January 18, 1941, in Wheelwright, Kentucky, to Sam and Gola Thornsberry Terry, Linda lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of her life. She was a 1960 graduate of Hindman High School in Knott County, Kentucky. Linda was the […] — (Posted February 7, 2021)

Della Reed Della Reed, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on February 3, 2021. She was born December 29, 1965 in Richmond, Indiana to Mary McComis and Alfred Reed. Della was a homemaker and a mother. She loved her family, grandbabies and friends. She is survived by her daughter Natasha Reed (Preston Garrett); son Jesse Reed; sisters Elizabeth […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Stacey Jo Riebsomer Stacey Jo Riebsomer, 47, of Connersville passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at her home. One of eight children of Joseph Francis and Patricia Lakes Riebsomer, Stacey was born in Connersville on October 2, 1973 and attended Connersville schools. In her leisure time, Stacey enjoyed kayaking, tubing, swimming, and spending time with her […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Darlene Kay Wagers Darlene Kay Wagers, 61, of Richmond died January 24, 2021, at Heritage House of Richmond. She was born July 27, 1959, in Richmond to Christopher and Ethel Eversole Wagers and lived here all her life. She was a member of the Pentecostal House of Prayer. She enjoyed watching T.V. and being with her friends at […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Patricia Pope Stinson Patricia Pope Stinson, age 71, of New Castle, passed away following a year long battle with metastatic breast cancer, on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. She was born January 22, 1950, in Kingston, Tennessee to Fred and Lillie Mae (Brewster) Pope. Patricia grew up in Hagerstown, graduating in 1968. She loved to travel and lived in […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Stanley Dean Cornett Stanley Dean Cornett, 69, of Aurora, Indiana passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, February 3, 2021 at Forest Park Health Care. He was born October 19, 1951 in Fayette County, the younger of two children of Theo and Dorothy Morgan Cornett. Stanley lived in Connersville until moving to Aurora, Indiana for residence fifteen years ago. Survivors […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Alta Mae Hawkins Alta Mae Hawkins 87 formerly of Richmond living in Grove City, Ohio died February 1, 2021, at Meadow Grove Transitional Care in Grove City. She was born December 24, 1933, in Richmond to A.C. and Ethel Crabtree Crockett. She was a homemaker and a member of the United Pentecostal Church in Grove City. Alta loved […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Betty Jean Klotz Betty Jean Klotz, 95, of New Castle, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Danbury Senior Living Huber Heights in Dayton, OH. She was born on July 14, 1925 in Fort Wayne, a daughter of the late Raymond “Harry” and Esther (Strahm) Gibson. Betty worked for […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Kevin Christopher Daniels Kevin Christopher Daniels, age 30, passed away February 3, 2021. He was born February 27, 1990, the son of Kevin Perkins and Stacey Daniels, in Richmond, Indiana. He attended Richmond High School. He was a humorous person who loved to joke and make loved ones smile. He enjoyed writing and recording music and never stopped […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

William Austin Focht, Sr. It is with deep sorrow, and much love that we mourn the passing of William Austin Focht, Sr. of Lithia Springs, Georgia, on January 29, 2021 at the age of 81. He was born May 6, 1939 in Richmond, Indiana and was the son of the late William A. and Helen V. Focht. He was […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Russell William “Rusty” Burris Russell William “Rusty” Burris, age 61, died December 21, 2020, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo, Ohio. Rusty was born on November 6,1959, in Orange County Florida. He attended Centerville High School and worked as a marine mechanic before his long career as a semi driver. Rusty loved his family and was always there […] — (Posted February 5, 2021)

Emma L. Houser Emma L. Houser, age 92, of Milton, Indiana, died Monday, February 1, 2021, at her home surrounded by family. Born July 16, 1928, in Eaton, Ohio, to Clarence and Margaret Taylor Wysong, Emma lived in Centerville, Indiana, most of her life. She worked at Alcoa, retiring after 20 years. Emma was a member of New […] — (Posted February 4, 2021)

Mary M. Jurden Mitchell Mary M. Jurden Mitchell, age 69, a wonderful, loving daughter, sister, mother, and grandma, was called home to be with Jesus on Friday, January 29, 2021. Mary was born at home on July 23, 1951, in Eaton, Ohio, to William and Margaret Jurden. She loved volunteering at the Salvation Army Store and at Gateway Hunger […] — (Posted February 4, 2021)

Rhonda Marie (Richards) Horan Rhonda Marie (Richards) Horan Greenwood, IN – Mrs. Rhonda Marie (Richards) Horan, 66, died peacefully in her sleep recently at her Greenwood home surrounded by her loving and caring family. She had gallantly fought myriad of serious illnesses for several years, including but not limited to, diabetes, congestive heart failure and kidney failure. She was […] — (Posted February 3, 2021)