Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Everett J. McDivitt RICHMOND, Ind. – Everett J. McDivitt, age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Born November 30, 1938, in Richmond, Indiana, to Emmet and Mary Parks McDivitt, Everett was a life-long resident of this area. He was a graduate […] — (Posted January 12, 2025)

Dale Gene Thompson Dale Gene Thompson, age 76, of West Alexandria, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. Born on March 13, 1948 in Kenton, Ohio, he was the son of the late William Hamer and Virginia Ruth (Long) Thompson. Dale was a Computer Programing Analyst for CSC in Dayton. He was a […] — (Posted January 12, 2025)

Melvin Russell Austin Melvin Russell Austin, 89, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 10, 2024. He was born on March 10, 1935, in Waynesburg, KY, a son of the late Troy Austin and Nellie Denny. Melvin attended New Castle Chrysler High School and served in the United States Army from 1954 – 1957 […] — (Posted January 12, 2025)

Linda L. Ball Linda L. Ball, 90, of Danville, and formerly of New Castle, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at the Indiana Masonic Home in Franklin. She was born May 15, 1934, in Indianapolis, a daughter of the late Sherold and Dorothy (Kashner) Stafford. A homemaker, Linda lived in Henry County most of her life, where she […] — (Posted January 11, 2025)

Marlys Church Marlys Church, 77, lifelong New Castle resident, joined her parents Paul and Pauline Church and her best friend, Bob Mathes, in heaven on Friday, January 10, 2025. We are assured the reunion was glorious as she has missed them daily. We are also assured she and Bob are arguing about her driving already. She was […] — (Posted January 11, 2025)

Larry Sturgis Larry R. Sturgis (77) died suddenly at his home in Cambridge City, Indiana on Thursday January 9, 2025. Larry was an award-winning amateur photographer with a lifelong passion for books, music and art. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1965 and attended I.U. School of Business, Bloomington (1965-1969). He was an avid volunteer and […] — (Posted January 11, 2025)

Barbara Ann Grimes RICHMOND, Ind. – Barbara Ann Grimes, age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, went to her heavenly home at 7:41 p.m., on Friday, January 10, 2025. Born June 25, 1938, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Roy and Verna Abrams Cox, Barbara first moved to Richmond when she was 1 ½ years old. She worked at Reid Hospital, Avco, […] — (Posted January 11, 2025)

Helen Mullins Hobbs Helen Mullins Hobbs, of Indianapolis, formerly of Connersville, passed away on January 10, 2025, at the age of 98. She is survived by her daughter, Jan Bresson of Carmel, Indiana; her granddaughter, Lesley Eaton of Greencastle, Indiana; her grandson, Kaleb Bresson of Carmel, Indiana; and her niece and grandniece, Karen and Rachael Kindness of Fairfield, […] — (Posted January 11, 2025)

Don E. Gibson Don E. Gibson, 91, of New Castle passed away on the morning of Friday, January 10, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Sproles Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Tomlinson Cemetery in Muncie, Indiana. Visitation will be held from 11:00 […] — (Posted January 10, 2025)

Rosemary Denney Rosemary Denney, 76, of New Castle passed away January 8, 2025 at Henry Community Health. She was born June 3, 1948 in New Castle to Elvin Esco and Mary Goldie (Foster) Denney. Rosemary was a generous, loving person. She was always there to lend a helping hand or a listening ear. Rosemary always put others […] — (Posted January 10, 2025)

Barbara A. Stevens Barbara A. Stevens, age 79, passed away at Reid Health January 8, 2025. She was born June 11, 1945, the daughter of Ernest and Louise View full obituary — (Posted January 10, 2025)

Travis C. Wake CENTERVILLE, IN. -Travis C. Wake, age 79, of Centerville, Indiana, died peacefully at his home during the early hours of Thursday, January 9, 2025. He was born in Prescott, Arkansas, on December 20, 1945, to Clyde and Georgia Miller Wake. Travis graduated from Crossville High School in Crossville, Illinois, in 1963 and from Southern Illinois […] — (Posted January 10, 2025)

Jack A. Deisher Jack A. Deisher, age 70, of Lewisburg, Ohio died on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Kettering Preble in Eaton, Ohio. Born on July 16, 1954 in Dayton, Ohio, son of the late Max & Lola (Patterson) Deisher. Jack retired after working in construction for many years. He was a Tri-County North Graduate. Member of the […] — (Posted January 10, 2025)

Corrine Elizabeth Pentecost CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Corrine Elizabeth Pentecost, age 90, of Centerville, Indiana, died Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born December 18, 1934, in Brookville, Indiana, to Joseph H. and Anna E. Tebbe Dickman, Corrine was a life-long resident of this area. She was a graduate of Webster High School. Corrine worked on the […] — (Posted January 10, 2025)

Nickey Goldey Mooreland – Nickey Goldey, 76, of Mooreland, Indiana, and formerly of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025, following a long illness. He was born on March 12, 1948, to James and Janette Arlene (Stephens) Goldey in Henry County, lndiana. Nickey was a 1966 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School. He worked at […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Jane Ann Brinley Jane Ann Brinley,92, passed away on Thursday, January 9th, 2025 at Harbour Manor in Noblesville, Indiana. She is survived by daughter Rebecca, son-in-law Gary of View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Iris Hazel Ailes Iris “Hazel” Ailes, 95, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday evening, January 8, 2025, at Autumn Trace of Connersville, surrounded by her family. A child of Russell and Flora Earhart Kanorr, Iris was born March 23, 1929 in Rushville. On January 3, 1998, Iris married Walter Daryle Ailes in Connersville. Mr. Ailes passed away April 27, […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

David Andre Raham David André Raham, affectionately known as “Uncle Buck”, passed away on January 5, 2025, at Reid Health, Richmond, Indiana. He was born on June 27, 1935, to Lawrence Walter and Mary André Raham. David was a lifelong resident of Connersville and a proud descendant of prominent local figures, including his great uncle, D.W. André, builder […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Ralph Edward Franklin Ralph Edward Franklin, 87, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Addison Place Assisted Living. He was born on June 18, 1937, in Portland, Indiana, to Frederick Christian and Lula Esther (Grile) Franklin. Ralph began his lifelong career in the grocery industry at the age of 16 with Marsh […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Larry Earl Weyl Larry Earl Weyl, 84, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Eskenazi Hospital of Indianapolis. A child of Ernest “Ernie” and Cecilia Weyl, Larry was born October 20, 1940, in Connersville and graduated from Milton High School with the class of 1958. Larry served his country in the United States Air Force, spending […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Teresa Darlene Osborne Teresa Darlene Osborne, 73, of Richmond died January 4, 2025, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born September 17, 1951, in Hamilton, Ohio View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2025)

John Anthony Risch John Anthony Risch, 77, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday morning, January 8, 2025, at The Springs of Richmond following a lengthy illness. The oldest of two children of Rufus and Rita Kuehn Risch, John was born January 29, 1947, in Connersville and graduated from Connersville High School with the […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Janet L. Murphy Janet L. Murphy, 86, passed away peacefully January 7, 2025, at the Willows of Richmond, IN. She was born April 24, 1938, the daughter of Daniel Theodore and Linda Horner. Janet was a native and lifetime resident of Richmond. She graduated from Richmond High School in 1956. Janet was a homemaker and worked part time […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

John William Alvey, Jr. John William Alvey, Jr., graduated to Heaven following a long illness January 8, 2025. He was born April 16, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, to John View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Savonna Mathews Savonna Van Winkle Mathews, age 53 of Centerville, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025 following years of health struggles. Savonna was born in Richmond to Diana Higgins Prifogle, deceased, and Lanny Van Winkle. She graduated from Union County High School and worked as a bartender at various establishments in the Richmond area where she […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Kathryn L. Cashdollar Kathryn L. Cashdollar, 90, of New Castle, entered the presence of her Savior on January 7, 2025. A devoted Christian, Kathryn lived a life of unwavering faith, grace, and joy, leaving a legacy of love and kindness that will forever inspire those who knew her. Born May 3, 1934, in Spiceland, Kathryn attended school in […] — (Posted January 9, 2025)

Dixie Sue Royer Dixie Sue (Acton) Royer, 85, a resident of New Castle passed away Monday, January 6, 2025. She was born March 12, 1939 in Henry County to the late Bert Eugene and Thelma May (Minnick) Acton. A graduate of New Castle High School, she was voted prom queen runner-up during her senior year. During her teenage […] — (Posted January 8, 2025)

Richard E. Lamb Richard E. Lamb, 74, of Knightstown, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born December 19, 1950 in New Castle, the son of Roy and Loretta (McConnell) Lamb. Richard retired as an over the road truck driver, hauling grain for Bunge Corp. He previously worked at Myers Furniture and Appliances […] — (Posted January 8, 2025)

Brenda Day Brenda Day passed away on January 3, 2025, while a resident at Heritage House Rehabilitation of Connersville at the age of 81. She was born View full obituary — (Posted January 8, 2025)

James R. Jones James R. Jones passed away at the age of 83 at Reid Healthcare in Richmond on January 4, 2025. James was born on June 8, View full obituary — (Posted January 7, 2025)