Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Mildred Allen Mildred R. Allen, formerly of the Liberty and Richmond areas, passed away on May 27, 2025, at Momentous Health in Vandalia, OH at the age View full obituary — (Posted May 27, 2025)

Kenneth Siggers Kenneth Siggers, 64 of Cambridge City passed away on May 24, 2025. He was born on August 1, 1960 in New Castle, Indiana to Thomas View full obituary — (Posted May 27, 2025)

Loraine Bradley Loraine was born to the late Harrison and Mary Murray Gibson in Frakes, Kentucky, on July 26, 1934. She passed away on May 24, 2025. View full obituary — (Posted May 27, 2025)

Carolyn Jill Vaniman Carolyn Jill (Bussard) White Vaniman, 82 of Eldorado, Ohio, died peacefully Monday, May 26, 2025, at Vancrest Health in Eaton, Ohio. She was born on June 20, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, daughter of the late Harry Leander and Wanda Mae (Fulkerson) Bussard. Jill was a 1960 graduate of Monroe High School in West Manchester, Ohio […] — (Posted May 27, 2025)

Genevieve Handy Genevieve (Pennycuff) Handy, 79, a resident of Hagerstown, stepped out of her earthly home and into her forever home in Glory, May 24, 2025, after an extended illness. Genny was born in Albany, Kentucky on April 29, 1946. She dearly loved her family and spent her lifetime caring for them. The world lost one of […] — (Posted May 26, 2025)

Dixie Sue Daffron Dixie Sue (Moses) Daffron, 93, of Tipton passed away on Sunday May 25, 2025, at the Waters of Tipton. Born on February 25,1932, in Etowah, TN to the late James Luther and Elizabeth (Hudson) Moses. Dixie worked at New Castle State Hospital and was a homemaker. She attended church in Kirksville, MO where she lived […] — (Posted May 25, 2025)

Richard “Dick” Lee Johnson Richard “Dick” Lee Johnson, 94, of New Castle passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025 after a recent move to The Willows of New Castle. Dick and Doris had lived in their New Castle residence the last 61 years. He was born June 5, 1930 in Sulphur Springs, Indiana to the late Luther and Charlotte (DeGroff) […] — (Posted May 25, 2025)

David Allen Bowman David Allen Bowman, age 84, of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Everheart Hospice in Greenville, Ohio surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 14, 1941 in Brookville, Ohio, son of the late Garrett & Helen (Albrech) Bowman. David graduated in 1959 from Lewisburg Union High School. He retired after […] — (Posted May 25, 2025)

Bretella Mae Oney Bretella Mae Oney, also affectionately known as “Teddy” or “Nan” passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. She was born June 16, 1937 in Hayes Branch, Rowan County, Kentucky to Orville and Agnes (Frazier) Blevins. A homemaker, she had attended the Knightstown Church of God as well as the […] — (Posted May 24, 2025)

Virgil R. Graw Virgil R. Graw, 64 of Richmond, passed away May 24, 2025, at Reid Health. He was born September 3, 1960, to Donald Earl and Gloria View full obituary — (Posted May 24, 2025)

Reed Bolser Reed Alexander Bolser, 28, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, May 21. Reed was born on March 3, 1997, to Rick and Lori Bolser. View full obituary — (Posted May 24, 2025)

Rev. Ronald W. Eichel Sr. Rev. Ronald W. Eichel Sr., 82, of New Castle, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Thursday, May 22, 2025, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born on May 10, 1943, in Decatur, Illinois, a son of the late William “Bill” and Justine (Hartley) Eichel. Ron […] — (Posted May 24, 2025)

Kara Lynn Acton RICHMOND, IN– Kara Lynn Acton, age 40, of Richmond, Indianan, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at her residence. Born July 9, 1984, in Richmond, Indiana, to Kathy A (Seay) and Richard A. Acton, Kara lived in this community all of her life. She was a hard worker, had a great sense of […] — (Posted May 24, 2025)

Donald Ralph Kinsler Donald “Ralph” Kinsler, age 85, of Eldorado, OH passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at his home. Ralph was born on April 11, 1940 in Stonega, VA to the late Milford Kinsler and Maggie Horton Coursey. Ralph retired from the Chrysler Corporation in Dayton after 30 years of employment. He loved the mountains of […] — (Posted May 23, 2025)

Larry Huntsman Larry Dean Huntsman, 71, of Dublin, Indiana, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of quiet kindness, steady work, and deep devotion to the simple joys of life. Larry spent many years working as a custodian, a role he took pride in—especially when summer came around and he could be outside helping mow the […] — (Posted May 23, 2025)

William Earl George William Earl George, age 87, of Camden, OH passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 4, 1937 in London, KY to the late John Ancil and Eula Lee (Chesnut) George. Earl was a 1956 graduate of Camden High School, where he played […] — (Posted May 23, 2025)

Loren Russell Watson Loren Russell Watson, 70, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday May 20, 2025, at Henry Community Health. He was born on February 23, 1955, in Batesville, IN to the late Robert L. Watson Sr. and Minnie (Summey) Watson. A 1974 graduate of Whitewater High School. After high school Loren served in the United States […] — (Posted May 23, 2025)

Marla Ann Myers Marla Ann Myers, 87, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025 at her residence. A daughter of the late Carl W. and Gladis M. Sevier Brown. Marla was born on February 26, 1938, in Connersville, Indiana and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1956. On April 16, 1958, […] — (Posted May 23, 2025)

Joseph “Joe” Marlin Chance Joseph “Joe” Marlin Chance, age 71, passed away at Brickyard Healthcare on Thursday, May 22, 2015. He was born November 28, 1953, the son of View full obituary — (Posted May 23, 2025)

Phyllis Jean Hannon Phyllis Jean Hannon, 89, of New Castle passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025 at her residence. She was born December 30, 1935 in Muncie, Indiana to the late George and Clara (McCaslin) Padgett. Phyllis was an avid NASCAR fan and loved Jeff Gordon. Phyllis also loved snow birding in Florida with her husband, Bill Hannon. […] — (Posted May 23, 2025)

Barbara Riggs Barbara J. Riggs, 86, of New Castle passed away May 20, 2025, at St. Vincent Heart Center in Indianapolis. She was born in New Castle, IN on March 3, 1939, to Leonard and Haiti Smith. Barb was a 1957 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and was a homemaker. She raised her children, grandchildren […] — (Posted May 22, 2025)

Allen Carlin Allen Carlin, 59 of Connersville passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. He was born on May 6, 1966, in Connersville to Paul Eugene Carlin View full obituary — (Posted May 22, 2025)

Viola April Renee Capps Viola April Renee Capps, known to many as Mom, Sis, Grandma, and Mimi, passed away on May 18, 2025, surrounded by her children at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. She was 51 years old. Born on July 30, 1973, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Viola spent her life between Richmond and Indianapolis where she raised her […] — (Posted May 22, 2025)

Imogene Carlie Hensley Imogene Carlie Hensley, age 94, passed away at Reid Health on May 19, 2025. She was born March 5, 1931, the daughter of W.H. Van View full obituary — (Posted May 22, 2025)

James Robert “Jim” Anderson James Robert Anderson “Jim”, age 97, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, in Rapid City, South Dakota. Born on July 31, 1927, to Jacob View full obituary — (Posted May 22, 2025)

Barbara J. Kundtz RICHMOND, Ind. – Barbara Joann Kundtz, age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Reid Health. Born November 12, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana, to Chester Robert and Carolyn Shuminoff Coulter, Barbara lived in this area most of her life. She worked as a Registered Nurse. Barbara enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, and spending […] — (Posted May 21, 2025)

David A. Rodgers Obituary for David A. Rodgers David Austin Rodgers, beloved father, brother, and respected community leader of Richmond, Indiana, passed peacefully on May 16, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born to Charles and Margaret Rodgers on August 2, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, David’s life was defined by dedication, warmth, and a generous spirit. A […] — (Posted May 21, 2025)

David Francis Silvia RICHMOND, IN– David Francis Silvia 71, entered into the presence of Jesus May 21, 2025. Dave was a faithful servant of the Lord and served Him from an early age. He served as a pastor, Bible teacher and ultimately a Network Administrator and computer programmer for Nucor Steel in Crawfordsville. Dave loved God, his family […] — (Posted May 21, 2025)

John H. Ankrom John H. Ankrom, 93, of New Castle went to be with the Lord on Tuesday evening, May 20, 2025 at the home of his daughter, Brenda and Bruce Orr. He was born January 13, 1932 in Henry County to the late Walter and Harriett (Raffensbarger) Ankrom. John was a veteran of the US Army serving […] — (Posted May 21, 2025)

Mary Stone Mary Stone, 103, of New Castle, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025, at her son’s home in Connersville. She was born May 21, 1921, in Bath County, Kentucky, and a daughter of Fant and Sarah B. (Atchison) Razor. A resident of Henry County most of her life, Mary graduated from Sulphur Springs High School in […] — (Posted May 21, 2025)