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.

Virgil Allen Virgil Allen returned to the Lord on Monday, October 12, 2020, after a short illness. He was born July 11, 1927, in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, to Ted and Dona Allen. He had resided most of his life in Richmond and Hagerstown. Virgil was a retiree of Belden Corporation. He was a devout Christian, and served […] — (Posted October 14, 2020)

Eileen Helm Eileen Helm, a Muncie resident, passed away Monday, October 12, 2020 at St. Vincent Ascension Hospital in Anderson, Indiana. She was born April 22, 1933 in Randolph County and was a daughter of the late Delma Wayne and Mabel Mosier Shaffer. She graduated from Modoc High School and on June 11, 1950, married Joseph Helm. […] — (Posted October 14, 2020)

Billy Leroy Parker Sr. Billy Leroy Parker Sr., age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at Reid Health. Bill was born on November 20, 1935, in Corbin, Kentucky, to William E. and Lorena Helton Parker. He moved to Indiana at the age of 15, where he began working at Powerhouse Hamburgers. This led Bill to […] — (Posted October 14, 2020)

Rebecca Lou “Becky” Gannon Rebecca Lou “Becky” Gannon, age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, October 11, 2020, at Reid Health. Born September 24, 1945, in Richmond, Indiana, to Oran and Florence McClure Kitchel, Becky lived in this community most of her life. She was a 1963 graduate of Boston High School. Becky worked as a receptionist for the […] — (Posted October 14, 2020)

Charlotte Maye Baker Charlotte Maye Baker, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana went peacefully to be with the Lord, surround by her family at 12:56 A.M. on October 8, 2020. She was born on March 17, 1946 in Hamilton, Ohio to Paul and Elizabeth Hill Baker. Charlotte moved to Richmond at the age of 3. She loved to cook […] — (Posted October 14, 2020)

William “Witty” Burelison William “Witty” Burelison, age 92, of Centerville, Indiana, died Sunday, October 11, 2020. Born January 29, 1928, in Richmond, Indiana, to Melvin and Lucy Maguire Burelison, Witty was a life-long resident of this community, except when he was stationed elsewhere during his military career. Witty attended Richmond High School. He retired from the United States […] — (Posted October 13, 2020)

Evelyn Reid Stanley Evelyn Reid Stanley, 98, of Connersville died, October 9, 2020 at Heritage House Rehabilitation Center of Connersville. Evelyn was born to William Atwell and Rosa Anna Banfield Pope on June 10, 1922 in Cythiana, Kentucky. Upon graduating High School Evelyn furthered her education at the Sherwood School of Music in Chicago. Evelyn married the late […] — (Posted October 13, 2020)

Elmer E. “Sonny” Harris Elmer E. “Sonny” Harris 80 of New Paris, Ohio died Sunday, October 11, 2020 at Reid Health in Richmond, IN. Sonny was born on May 7, 1940 in Phoenix, Az the son of the late Elmer F. & Luethel (McClain) Harris. He owned and operated a Flooring & Tile Business in Oklahoma and Richmond, Indiana […] — (Posted October 13, 2020)

Merida Smith Jr. Merida Smith Jr., 89, Bentonville, passed away Friday morning October 9, 2020 at Flatrock River Lodge in Rushville, Indiana. A son of Merida and Fannie (Jones) Smith Sr., Junior was born in Germantown, Indiana on May 14, 1931. He attended Lincoln High School and was raised in the Western Wayne community. He and his wife […] — (Posted October 12, 2020)

Peter Skinner Stowe Peter Skinner Stowe, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died suddenly of a stroke Thursday, October 8, 2020, at Reid Health. Peter was born on March 11, 1941, in New York City, New York, to George Edward and Betty Abigail Skinner Stowe. He graduated from The Pingry School in New Jersey and earned a bachelor’s degree […] — (Posted October 11, 2020)

Charles Henry Caudill Charles Henry Caudill, 78, of Connersville passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020, at Golden Rule Living Center in Richmond. One of three children of Henry and Bonnie Eldridge Caudill, Charles was born in Banks, Kentucky on July 28, 1942. Charles served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam era, receiving his honorable […] — (Posted October 11, 2020)

E. Jane McCaslin E. Jane McCaslin, 86, of New Castle passed away Saturday morning, October 10, 2020 at Henry Community Health. She was born November 26, 1933 in Rush County, Indiana, a daughter of the late John and Carrie Mae (Gentry) Chesher. Jane loved bowling, Bingo and most of all spending time with family. She was a member […] — (Posted October 11, 2020)

Mary Agnes Glynn Cowan Mary Agnes Glynn Cowan, age 93, a New Castle resident, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020. She was born July 26, 1927 in Jeffersonville, Indiana and was the daughter of the late John and Mary Baker Glynn. She was a New Castle resident most of her life and a 1945 graduate of New Castle High […] — (Posted October 9, 2020)

Janet Hughes Janet Hughes, 79, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Henry Community Health. She was born April 13, 1941 in Henry County to the late Harold and Hazel (Moon) Riggle. Former owner of the Book Nook in New Castle, she enjoyed reading. Janet was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and […] — (Posted October 9, 2020)

Arlene Salaba Arlene Salaba, age 88, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Stonebrooke Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in New Castle, Indiana Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Arlene was a long time resident of Lewisville, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Robert R. Salaba and an infant son, Michael; parents, Peter […] — (Posted October 8, 2020)

Monica S. Nugent Monica S. Nugent, age 61, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on Wednesday (September 30, 2020) surround by family at home. Monica was born to Roy Reynolds Sr. and Nona Jean Turner on February 8, 1959 in Richmond, Indiana. She worked for over 30 years at Masterbrand Cabinets before retiring from Neaton Auto Parts after a […] — (Posted October 8, 2020)

Ruth “Annie” Feigert Ruth “Annie” Feigert, 67, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at her residence in Connersville. A daughter of James and Josephine Spangler Feigert, Annie was born in Connersville on August 7, 1953. For 30 years, Annie was employed at Commercial Printing in Connersville. She was a member of St. […] — (Posted October 8, 2020)

Gloria Lee Campbell Gloria Lee Campbell, 76, of Connersville, passed away Monday afternoon, October 5, 2020, at the home of her son in New Paris, Ohio. One of five children of Robert James and Emma Berry Rodgers, Gloria was born in Flint, Michigan on January 29, 1944. Gloria was employed at Design and Manufacturing in Connersville until its […] — (Posted October 7, 2020)

Kris Lopresti Kris Lopresti, whose kind heart only cancer could still, passed away at home Wednesday morning, October 7, 2020, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply. Born, Kristine Ann Mitchell, 64 years ago in Gary, Indiana, she spent most of her childhood in Fort Wayne, Indiana, graduating from Heritage High School. Kris earned an associate’s […] — (Posted October 7, 2020)

Ricky D. “Rick” Searcy Ricky D. “Rick” Searcy, 67, passed away at Glen Oaks Healthcare in New Castle, Indiana on Tuesday September 29, 2020 during a rehabilitation stay following surgery. Ricky was born in Augusta, Georgia on October 21, 1952. He graduated from Blue River High School with the class of 1971 and has lived most of his adult […] — (Posted October 7, 2020)

Dr. Ronald Clark Motley MD Dr. Ronald Clark Motley MD, 66, of Beckley passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, October 5, 2020. Born January 25th, 1954 in Dayton OH, he was the son of the late Claude and Birdella Dunson. Dr. Motley graduated from Richmond High School in Richmond, Indiana in 1972. He went on to complete his […] — (Posted October 7, 2020)

Andre F. Foster Andre F. Foster, 59, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away September 28, 2020, after a lengthy illness. He was born January 24, 1961, to Ruby Foster Pennington, who preceded him in death, February 2020. Andre was an only child but he had many cousins and friends who became like siblings throughout his life. He made people […] — (Posted October 7, 2020)

Carolyn Louise Charlton Oakes Littrell Carolyn Louise Charlton Oakes Littrell, daughter of the late Harold Owen Charlton and Lolita Vera Bush, was born on Wednesday August 19th, 1942 in Franklin, Kentucky and left this life on Wednesday October 7th, 2020 at the Signature Healthcare Rehab & Wellness Center in Portland, Tennessee. She was 78 years, 1 month and 18 days […] — (Posted October 7, 2020)

Patricia J. Strait Patricia J. Strait, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at Golden Living Center-Golden Rule. Born June 14, 1926, in Richmond, Indiana, to Albert and Lucille Pickett Fister, Patricia lived in Richmond most of her life. She retired from Richmond Gear in 1981, after 19 years of service. Patricia served as a […] — (Posted October 7, 2020)

Stanley L. Sparks Stanley L. Sparks, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, October 4, 2020, at Reid Health. Born January 20, 1946, in Vonore, Tennessee, to Fred and Elsie Duncan Sparks, Stanley lived in Richmond most of his life, but was proud to have been born and raised in Tennessee. He retired from the Richmond Baking Company […] — (Posted October 7, 2020)

Eva Kalk Hellmer Eva Kalk Hellmer, 95, passed away Thursday October 1, 2020 at The Woodlands in Muncie, Indiana. She was the 10th of 11 children of Edith McCormick Kalk and Fred Bert Kalk, both deceased. Eva was born in New Castle, Indiana on January 5, 1925. She graduated from New Castle High School with the class of […] — (Posted October 6, 2020)

Ruth E. Fouche Ruth E. Fouche, 78, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on October 5, 2020. She was born December 20, 1941 in Hamilton, Ohio to Merle and Lillie Henley. Ruth married the love of her life, Laurence Fouche on November 26, 1959. She worked at Associates Loan Company, 2nd National Bank, Perfect Circle and Wayne Corporation until […] — (Posted October 6, 2020)

Irene Davis Irene Davis, 85, Fountain City, passed away on October 4, 2020. In her family’s own words: “Our beautiful mother passed away gracefully, in her home surrounded by her family, with the Lord’s hand upon her. She was the best mother anyone could ever have and we will miss her so much, but we know we […] — (Posted October 6, 2020)

Dorothy M. Coffin Dorothy M. Coffin, age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, October 3, 2020, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born May 22, 1925, in Darke County, Ohio, to Ellis and Helen Alexander, Dorothy lived in Richmond most of her life. She attended West Richmond Friends Meeting. Dorothy enjoyed bowling, caring for her yard, sewing, quilting, crafting, […] — (Posted October 6, 2020)

Mary Marjorie (Rouch) Card Mary Marjorie (Rouch) Card, 102, passed away with her family by her side ,on Monday, September 28, at the home of her granddaughter, Kim Bertram of Muncie. Marjorie was born May 3, 1918, to Gilbert and Fannie Rouch at their homestead in Sheridan (Homestead) Montana. In a time when women rarely completed school, for a […] — (Posted October 5, 2020)