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.

Joseph Merle Schurbrock Joseph Merle Schurbrock, age 99, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, December 1, 2020, at his daughter’s home with his family by his side. Joseph was born on June 27, 1921, in Centerville, Indiana, to Francis and Marie Roberts Schurbrock. He served in the United States Coast Guard during WWII. Joseph worked at Alcoa for […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Alta Grace Phillips Alta Grace Phillips, age 95, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, November 30, 2020. Born March 11, 1925, in Germantown, Indiana, to Redford and Kathryn Boyer Lockwood, Alta was a life-long resident of Wayne County. She attended Lincoln High School. Alta worked hard her entire life. Beginning as a teenager, she cleaned houses. Alta then worked […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Betty Rose Clements Betty Rose Clements, age 96, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, November 27, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family. Born December 31, 1923, in Richmond, Indiana, to Orva E. and Lillian A. Turnipseed Harter, Betty was a life-long resident of this community. She retired from Quality Tool & Gauge, where she served as the […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Nancy Joan Patton Nancy Joan Patton, 73, of Bloomington, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 14, 1947 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana; the daughter of Harris and Dolores (Stoner) Berg. While Nancy was born in Ft. Wayne, she grew up in Richmond, Indiana; having graduated from Richmond Senior […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Clara Florine Walters Clara Florine Walters, age 91, of Richmond passed away Dec. 1, 2020, at Reid Hospital. She was born Sept. 13, 1929, in Wayne County, IN to Myrvle T. Horner and Carmen Horner Thornton. She retired from Hills Floral Products where she worked for 27 years. She enjoyed her retirement years with family and enjoyed reading, […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Margaret J. (McFalls) Miller Margaret J. (McFalls) Miller, age 82, a resident of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield, In. She was born June 18, 1938 in Albany, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Joe and Roxie Sutton McFalls. She loved family activities, quilting, flower and vegetable gardening, and treasured being […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Stephen Baker Lynch It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our brother Stephen Baker Lynch, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 27th, 2020. Steve was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 27th, 1961 to William A. and Mary Helen Lynch. In 1964, the Lynch’s moved from Milford, Ohio to Connersville, Indiana. Steve graduated […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Joseph Wayne Friend Joseph Wayne Friend, 32, of Connersville passed away as a result of an automobile accident Friday afternoon, November 27, 2020. The younger of two children, he was born on June 16, 1988 to Edwin Joseph and Tracy Lynn Thompson Friend. He was a 2007 graduate of Connersville High School and went on to attend Indiana […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Norman Lowell Lake On December 2, 2020, Norman Lowell Lake of Union County, went home to his Lord and Savior. Norman was born on September 6, 1933, to Wayne and Daisy Lake. He graduated from Alquina High School in 1951 and enlisted in the Army in August of 1952. He graduated from Machine school in February of 1953 […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Franklin Bridenhager Franklin Bridenhager, 87, Richmond, went to his heavenly home on November 23, 2020. He was born January 1, 1933 to George and Pauline (Siebenthal) Bridenhager, in Liberty, Indiana. He attended Liberty schools, graduating from High School in 1950. In 1954, Frank graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Latin. He served in the United […] — (Posted December 3, 2020)

Ronald Adams Ronald Adams, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Ambassador Healthcare. Ronald was born on April 7, 1946, to David and Dorothy Adams. If you have any information regarding Ronald’s family, please call (765) 966-0596. — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Merle “Butch” Longanecker Merle “Butch” Longanecker, 71, Centerville, passed away on November 28, 2020 at home with his loving wife by his side. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to American Cancer Society. Per his wishes no public services will be held. — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Michael R. Harmeier Michael R. Harmeier, age 70, passed away at AMG Specialty Hospital, Muncie, Indiana, on November 26, 2020. He was born July 17, 1950, to Robert and Evelyn Harmeier, in Richmond, Indiana. Michael was an over the road truck driver and he enjoyed sports. He leaves to cherish his memory; his sister: Patricia Matthews; three stepchildren: […] — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Joanna Sue (Sharp) Stevenson Joanna Sue (Sharp) Stevenson, age 89, died peacefully on October 17, 2020. Her husband of 67 years, David L Stevenson, predeceased her. Sue and Dave lived for 39 years in the Stuart, Palm City and Jensen Beach, FL area during their years in retirement. Sue was born in Richmond, IN, graduated from Richmond HS and […] — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Carol Ann Shell Carol Ann Shell, age 79, died Friday, November 27, 2020, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born September 25, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert and Winifred Culbertson Boyce, Carol was a life-long resident of Richmond. She was a 1960 graduate of Richmond High School. Carol worked for a local dermatologist and Phillips Drugs prior to receiving her […] — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Paul Marvin Pardo Paul Marvin Pardo, 76, of Richmond, died at Arbor Trace Nursing Home in Richmond, Indiana on Sunday November 29, 2020 after suffering from a stroke in 2016. He was born in New Castle, Indiana on November 3, 1944 to Anthony “Tony” and Mary (Whitmore) Pardo and lived most of his life in Webster, Fountain City […] — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Joan Arthur Joan Arthur, 96, of Richmond, IN formerly of Lynn, IN passed away early Monday, November 30, 2020 at Golden Living Center of Richmond, IN. She was born November 12, 1924 in Eaton, Ohio the daughter of Charles and Irene (Clingenpeel) Alexander. She was a 1942 graduate of Spartanburg High School. Joan retired as a cashier/teller […] — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Dewain Day Dewain Day, 68, of Connersville passed away Thursday morning, November 26, 2020 at Reid Health of Richmond. Dewain was born June 10, 1952 in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Melvin and Evelyn Day. Dewain moved to Shelbyville, Indiana in 1995 to be a resident with Residential CRF. He lived in the Ashley Home in Shelbyville […] — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Larry Edward Walker Larry Edward Walker, 32, of Connersville, passed away November 20, 2020 at his residence. He was born on November 12, 1988 in Portland, Indiana to David R. and Lori Ann Freeman Walker. In 2009, Larry became part of the CRF family. In his leisure, Larry enjoyed riding in the car and listening to music. When […] — (Posted December 2, 2020)

Teresa K. Felix Teresa K. Felix, age 64, of New Castle, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020 at her residence in New Castle. She was born September 16, 1956 in New Castle and was a daughter of the late Chester and Betty Murray Miller. She attended Walter P. Chrysler High School in New Castle. She loved to read, […] — (Posted December 2, 2020)

John E. Rauss John E. Rauss, 60, Fountain City, passed away in the comfort of his home on Saturday, November 28, with his family by his side. John was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on January 13, 1960. He was a 1978 graduate of Richmond High School. John formerly worked for the Richmond Parks Department, back when they maintained […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

Renee Dawn Martin Renee Dawn Martin was born December 16th, 1971, Richmond, separated by death from us on November 26th, 2020. Stepped into glory at 1 PM Thanksgiving Day, at the age of forty-eight, ended her time on earth but began eternity in heaven. Her family has the hope to reunite with her because of her statement of […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

Pheobe S. Stoltzfus Pheobe S. Stoltzfus, 80, of Hagerstown, died Sunday, November 29, 2020. She was born in Mercer County, PA on December 18, 1939. Survivors include her husband, Levi Stoltzfus; 5 children and 2 sisters. She was preceded in death by a brother. Visitation will be throughout the day on Monday, November 30, at the residence, 7090 […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

Nonnie Rose Meyer “Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her words bring her praise at the city gate.” Proverbs 31:31 Nonnie Rose Meyer, 91, beloved wife, mother, grandma, great-grandma, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, November 28, 2020, in Richmond. She was a life-long resident of Jacksonburg until 2018 when […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

James M. Disney James M. Disney, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died unexpectedly Friday, November 27, 2020, and went to be with the LORD. Jim was born on October 22, 1946, in Anderson County, Tennessee, to Grace Disney and raised by his mother and stepfather, Bob Clements, and later, Bill Wright. He graduated from Richmond High School in […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

Ronald “Ronnie” Raymond Turner Ronald “Ronnie” Raymond Turner passed away on November 25, 2020 at Reid Hospital from complications of Covid-19. Ronnie was born July 2, 1939 to Don and Velma Turner and was a lifetime resident of Centerville and Richmond, Indiana. He attended and graduated from Richmond High School in 1957. He would tell his grandchildren stories of […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

Terry Dean Miller Terry Dean Miller, 77, died Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Hickory Creek of Connersville. Terry was born to Walter C. and Osa M. Collom Miller on November 3, 1943 in Clinton, Indiana. He graduated from Newport High School in 1961. Immediately after graduating, Terry joined the United States Air Force, serving from 1961-1971. Including a […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

Ella Kathryn “Kate” LaMar Ella Kathryn “Kate” LaMar, 98, died Thursday, November 26, 2020, at her son’s home in Richmond, Indiana surrounded by her loved ones. Kate was born to Arvel and Agnes Anthis Warren on March 3, 1922 in Decker, Indiana. She was a 1940 graduate of Mt. Olympus High School. Kate was employed with Hooks Drug Store […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

Robert W. “Bob” Lee Robert W. “Bob” Lee, 66, of New Castle passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020 at Henry Community Health. He was born April 22, 1954 in Rush County, Indiana, a son of the late Robert Allen and Doris (Graham) Lee. He graduated from Rushville High School in 1972 and retired from TS Tech in August. Bob […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)

Joyce Ann Wilbur Joyce Ann Wilbur, 76, of Connersville passed away Friday morning, November 27, 2020 in the emergency room at Reid Health of Connersville following a brief illness. Born on August 23, 1944, she was one of four children of Floyd and Nancy Wyatt Nickelson. With her family, she moved to Dayton, Ohio and was a graduate […] — (Posted December 1, 2020)