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.
Frank Andrew Nutty Frank Andrew Nutty, 73, of Connersville, passed away Saturday evening, February 8, 2025, at Heritage House of Connersville. A son of Carl and Leota Stevens Nutty, Frank was born February 7, 1952, in Connersville and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1970. He went on to earn an associates degree. Frank served […] — (Posted February 10, 2025)
Ralph Junior Boils Ralph Junior Boils, 79, of New Castle passed away on the evening of Friday, February 7, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 30, 1946 in Albany, Kentucky, a son of the late Burr and Mary Edith (Huckaby) Boils. Ralph was 10 of 13 children and grew up in a […] — (Posted February 10, 2025)
Dustin Craig Sullivan RICHMOND, Ind. – Dustin Craig Sullivan, age 43, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, February 2, 2025. Born May 31, 1981, in Richmond, Indiana, to David and Robin Craycraft Sullivan, Dustin was a life-long resident of Richmond. He worked at Transilwrap. Dustin loved painting time with his children and his family. He was a good mechanic […] — (Posted February 10, 2025)
Susan Diane Upchurch Susan “Susie” Diane Upchurch, 72, of New Castle passed away on the morning of Friday, February 7, 2025 at Henry Community Health. She was born on February 27, 1952 in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of Hiram Upchurch and Marilyn (Whiteman) Futrell. Susie grew up in Westwood spending time with her grandparents, Luther and Lois […] — (Posted February 10, 2025)
Timothy David Fannin Timothy David Fannin passed away on Tuesday February 4, 2025. He was born May 29, 1978, in Richmond, Indiana to Jeffrey Paul Fannin and Diana View full obituary — (Posted February 10, 2025)
Bonnie S. Widau Bonnie Widau, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025. She was born on April 2, 1959, to Charles and Julia (nee Crone) Clements in New Castle, Indiana. Bonnie is survived by her loving husband, David; her adored daughter, Amanda, and son-in-law, Brad; her two cherished granddaughters, Evie and […] — (Posted February 9, 2025)
Betty Brown Betty Brown, 101, of Knightstown passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at The Waters in New Castle. She was born on July 6, 1923, in Mt. Pulaski, IL to the late William and Eliza (Moles) Stockton. She had a love for traveling and spending time with her family. She was an excellent care giver […] — (Posted February 9, 2025)
Charlie Medaris  Charles D. “Charlie” Medaris, 86, of Whitewater, went home peacefully to be with the Lord and reunite with his wife, Edna, on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at The Springs of Richmond.  Charlie was born on April 29, 1938, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He married the former Edna Faye Newby on December 8, 1956. They shared almost […] — (Posted February 9, 2025)
LaVora R. Lumpkin LaVora R. Lumpkin, 100, passed away on February 6, 2025 at her Randolph County farm where she resided for 71 years. She was born January 4, 1925 in Wayne County to Lawrence and Hazel (Yoke) Rhinehart. LaVora enjoyed spending time with family, researching genealogy, cemetery recording, gardening, cultivating wildflowers and establishing and caring for the […] — (Posted February 8, 2025)
Kenneth D. Lindsey Kenneth Dean Lindsey, age 89, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025 at his residence with his loving family by his side. He was born July 5, 1935 in Preble County to the late John T. Sr and Ruth (Spradling) Lindsey. Ken graduated from Dixon High School in 1953; served in the […] — (Posted February 8, 2025)
John G. Rettich John G. Rettich, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at his residence. He was born March 14, 1942 in Dayton, OH to the late Robert D. and Louise Fannie (Witham) Rettich. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother David Rettich; and grandson Christopher […] — (Posted February 8, 2025)
Melinda M. Derksen Melinda M. Derksen, age 58, of New Madison, OH passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Fort Hamilton Hospital in Hamilton, OH. She was born June 19, 1966 to Leonard and Henrietta Hart. Melinda had a true heart for helping people; she worked at Brookhaven Nursing Home as a Restorative Therapist for over 20 […] — (Posted February 8, 2025)
Ruth Moschel-Dick Obituary to Follow. — (Posted February 8, 2025)
Marilynn Horak Marilynn Horak, 80, of New Castle passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Glen Oaks Health. She was born on August 2, 1944, in New Castle to the late Edgar C. and Hazel D. (Kitchen) Thompson. She was a 1962 graduate of New Castle High School and went on to earn her PhD from […] — (Posted February 8, 2025)
Mildred Marie Chilton Mildred Marie Chilton, 98, of New Castle passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025. She was born on June 7, 1926 in Albany, KY, a daughter of the late Edward and Birdie Craig. Mildred married Robert Chilton on May 22, 1945 and they settled in New Castle where they worked at Chrysler Corporation and raised […] — (Posted February 8, 2025)
Darrell E. Brubaker Darrell E. Brubaker, born on January 25, 1957, lived a life marked by hard work, unwavering dedication, an unshakable love for his family and his German Baptist Church community. At 68 years old, he passed away on February 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, generosity, and integrity. Known for his steadfast and selfless […] — (Posted February 8, 2025)
Joel D. DeVilbiss Joel D. DeVilbiss, age 90, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Joel was born on October 22, 1934, in Brookville, OH to the late Ector Ford and Ruth DeVilbiss. Joel graduated in 1952 from Brookville High School and was a lifelong member of […] — (Posted February 7, 2025)
Amy Dawn Garrett Amy Dawn Garrett, 59, a resident of New Castle passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025 at the Waters of New Castle. She was born March 14, 1965 in New Castle to the late Willie Ryan Garrett and Patricia (Carter) Peyton. A 1983 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, she also graduated from Amber’s Beauty […] — (Posted February 7, 2025)
James Lee “Chick” Schleiger James Lee “Chick” Schleiger, 78 of West Alexandria, Ohio died on Friday, February 7, 2025 at his residence. Born on March 25, 1946, son of the late Leonard Edward & Mary Alice (Geeting) Schleiger. He was a 1964 graduate of Verona High School. Owner of Schleiger’s Garage in Lewisburg, Ohio. He also retired from General […] — (Posted February 7, 2025)
Judy Toney Judy Toney 70 of Richmond passed away on February 4, 2025, at the Willows of Richmond. She was born December 11, 1954, in Richmond to View full obituary — (Posted February 7, 2025)
Shawna Durlacher Shawna Abbott Durlacher passed away at IU Methodist Hospital on February 3, 2025, at the age of 51. She was born in New Castle, Indiana View full obituary — (Posted February 7, 2025)
Lawrence James Dixon Lawrence “Larry” James Dixon (otherwise known as “LJ”) aged 68 of Wayne County, IN., passed away on January 30th, 2025. He was born in Richmond, View full obituary — (Posted February 7, 2025)
David Earl Evans David Earl Evans, 64, of Glenwood, passed away early Thursday morning, February 6, 2025 at Reid Health, Richmond. One of eight children of Robert and Norma Copple Evans, David was born in Rushville on March 10, 1960 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1978. David was employed at INTAT Precision in […] — (Posted February 7, 2025)
William (Bill) R. Craig William R. (Bill) Craig, age 70, died Feb. 6, 2025. He was born on August 8, 1954 to Rex E. and Jacqueline Craig and lived all his life in Richmond, IN. He was employed by D&M Corp. in Richmond, then at Reid Hospital before retiring in 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents […] — (Posted February 7, 2025)
Kevin R. Schenk Kevin R. Schenk, age 70 of Richmond passed away Tuesday February 4, 2025 at Reid Hospital. He was born in Richmond, IN on April 29, 1954 to Kenneth and Reba Napier Schenk and had lived in the area most of his life. Kevin retired from Belden Wire after 40+ years and enjoyed spending time with […] — (Posted February 7, 2025)
Patricia Ann “Pat” Haney Patricia Ann “Pat” Haney, age 63, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Pat was born on February 1, 1962 to the late Herbert Haney and Snoba Ann (Lykins) Rimer. Pat worked at Eaton National Bank for several years. In addition to her parents, Pat was preceded in death by her aunt […] — (Posted February 6, 2025)
Gary Wayne Osborn Gary Wayne Osborn, 73, of Springfield, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025 following a long illness. He was born on March 4, 1951, View full obituary — (Posted February 6, 2025)
Marilyn Ilene Hamilton Marilyn Hamilton, 88, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Hickory Creek of Connersville. Survivors include her four children, Debbie Long of Brookville, Connie Pennington of Connersville, Karen Hamilton of Connersville, and Kevin Hamilton of Brownsburg; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. Marilyn is preceded in death by her husband, Norman […] — (Posted February 6, 2025)
Paula Jo Elicker Paula Jo Elicker, age 58, passed away February 1, 2025, at Reid Health. She was born April 28, 1966, the daughter of Michael and Geraldine View full obituary — (Posted February 5, 2025)
Brian Lee Laurie Brian Lee Laurie, age 55, a 30-year resident of Muncie and most recently of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Born on October 9, 1969, in Muncie, Indiana, he was the son of Donald Lee and Brenda (Hayes) Laurie.  Brian was a 1988 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and had […] — (Posted February 5, 2025)