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.

Hugh Edwin Morgan Hugh Edwin Morgan, 89, a lifelong resident of Liberty, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at Reid Health of Richmond. He was born February 26, 1931, the oldest of two children of John and Anna (Whitaker) Morgan. He was a 1949 graduate of Kitchel High School in Union County. On February 24, 1950, Hugh married […] — (Posted September 10, 2020)

Madge Virginia Blevins Thompson Madge Virginia Blevins Thompson went to her eternal home on September 5, 2020. Madge was born to Burgywn and Lola Blevins on October 12, 1929 in Hagerstown, IN. She graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1947. She then moved to Indianapolis and took a job as a switchboard operator at The Gibson Company where she […] — (Posted September 9, 2020)

Anthony “Tony” Francis Kutter Anthony Francis Kutter “Tony” was born September 4, 1926 to Leo and Frances (nee Hillman) Kutter and passed away September 4, 2020 at the age of 94. Tony worked and retired doing what he loved as a farmer. He also enjoyed woodworking and fishing. Tony was humble but had a strong faith in God. He […] — (Posted September 9, 2020)

Clinton M. Allen Clinton M. Allen, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. Born March 30, 1930, in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, to George W. and Fannie Jennings Allen, Clinton moved to Wayne County, Indiana, in 1950. He retired from Thoro System Products in 1992. Clinton was a member […] — (Posted September 9, 2020)

Ronald L Farlow On August 21, Ronald L Farlow, a loving father, passed away at the age of 86. Ronnie was born on May 1, 1934, in Richmond, IN to Keith and Edith (Spotts) Farlow. Ronnie grew up in a loving household with four brothers and four sisters. He loved owning and working on several old classic cars, […] — (Posted September 9, 2020)

Jim Otto Jim Otto, 78, of Anderson passed away Sunday, September 6, 2020, at the same place he was born at, surrounded by his family’s love at his bedside. Jim Otto’s life began on September 11, 1941 at St John’s Hospital in Anderson. He grew up in Anderson with his sister Judy Laughlin and was a graduate […] — (Posted September 9, 2020)

Martin David Massoff Martin David Massoff was born on October 6th, 1969 and passed away on August 25th, 2020. He was an artist, a writer, a musician, a brother, a father, a loving husband, and so much more. He was a friend to all and a warm energy that touched many lives far and wide, but especially here […] — (Posted September 8, 2020)

Dennis “Mike” Neal Dennis “Mike” Neal, 65, of Spiceland, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020 in Community North Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born December 8, 1954 in New Castle, a son of the late J.C. “Bob” and Ruth (Williams) Neal. A 1973 graduate of Tri High School, Mike retired from Draper Inc. in 2017 following 30 years […] — (Posted September 8, 2020)

A. Armilda “Mildy” Alspaugh A. Armilda “Mildy” Alspaugh, 90, of rural Mechanicsburg passed away September 5, 2020 at her residence. She was born September 5, 1930 in Frazer, Kentucky to the late William Pierce and Rebecca (Huddelston) Davis. Mildy was a member of the American Legion ladies Auxiliary #216 of Middletown, Kennard Brother and Sisterhood, and the White River […] — (Posted September 7, 2020)

Robert W. “Bob” Robbins Robert W. “Bob” Robbins, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, September 5, 2020, at Reid Health. Born April 28, 1931, in Richmond, Indiana, to Russell and Alice Irene Dafler Robbins, Bob lived in this community most of his life. He graduated from Richmond High School and attended Indiana University, where he was a member […] — (Posted September 7, 2020)

Larry M. Larsh Larry M. Larsh, age 76, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, September 5, 2020, at Reid Health. Born May 7, 1944, in Wayne County, Indiana, to Harvey C. and Dorothy Strohmier Larsh, Larry was a life-long resident of this area. He was a 1962 graduate of Richmond High School. Larry formerly worked at Vivian Buick and […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Linda Z. Beiler Linda Z. Beiler, 42, of Greens Fork, passed away on Thursday, September 3, at her home. She was born on July 11, 1978 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania to Levi and Fannie Beiler. She was married to Ivan Beiler on October 29, 1998. She was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish. She […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Vincent Paul Vecera Vincent Paul Vecera, 92, of Richmond, died in sleep early August 26 in Reid Health hospital. He led a vibrant life filled with humor and affection for his family and friends. He had worked for many years as a clinical psychologist in private and public mental health practice and schools in Richmond and other Indiana […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Janice E. Smith Janice E. Smith passed away on March, 30, 2020. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday September 13th from 2pm-5pm at Farmland Friends Church with a eulogy being given at 4pm. In lieu of flowers the family requests attendees bring nonperishable food items to be donated to the Farmland Friends Food Pantry. Janice was […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Lannie Mae Shaffer Lannie Mae Shaffer, age 104, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, September 5, 2020, at Reid Health. Born August 3, 1916, in Bristol, Virginia, to Walter C. and Bertha Willis Taylor, Lannie lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of her life. She worked at Atlas Underwear. Lannie attended the United Pentecostal Church in Winchester, Indiana. She […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Charles L. “Chuck” Martin, Jr. On Thursday, August 27th, 2020, Charles L. “Chuck” Martin, Jr., loving husband and father, passed away at age 65 in the comfort of his home. Chuck was born on December 13th, 1954 in Victorville, CA, to Charles L. Martin Sr. and Betty Martin. He received an Associate’s Degree in electronics from Ivy Tech and went […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Dianne Marie (Taylor) Liford Dianne Marie (Taylor) Liford, 78, of Richmond, Indiana passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on Monday, August 31st, 2020. Born February 8, 1942, in Richmond to Robert L. and Mary Catharine Taylor, Dianne spent time living in both Richmond and Homestead, Florida. She was a graduate of Richmond High School. Dianne spent […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Wilma “Jean” Clower Wilma “Jean” Clower, 91, Edgewater, FL, formerly of Richmond, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2020. Jean was born in Adamsville, TN to Dewey and Beulah Luttrell and lived in Knoxville, TN until marrying Harold Clower and moving to Richmond, IN. She worked at Belden Wire and Cable in Richmond for over 40 years before […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Nancy Sue Geier Nancy Sue Geier, 70, passed away on August 5, 2020. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on July 22, 1950. Nancy was a long time owner of Mack’s Place and moved to Palm Harbor, Florida in 2008 to be closer to her family and the warm weather. She enjoyed basking in the sun and her […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Patty Ann Talbott Patty Ann Talbott, 86, formerly of Orlando and New Castle, passed away on the evening of Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at The Enclave of Saxony, in Fishers. She was born on April 30, 1934 in Dudley Township, Indiana, a daughter of the late Paul Alexander and Frieda Mae (Somers) Nation. Patty attended New Castle High […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Fannie Beall Fannie Beall, 91, of Shelbyville died Friday afternoon September, 4, 2020 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born Nov 8, 1928 in Albany, KY to Casher and Mabel (Frogge) Smith. She moved to Henry County as a child where she lived her entire life until August of 2019 when she moved to […] — (Posted September 6, 2020)

Leslie E. Hilbert Leslie E. Hilbert, 92, of Bristol, Virginia, formerly of Richmond, died September 2 at the Rehab Center of Bristol, of COVID19. He was born August 31, 1928, to James M. and Estella R. Thompson Hilbert in Jennings County, Indiana. Les graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1945 and attended the University of Cincinnati. He served […] — (Posted September 4, 2020)

Shirley A. Malloris Shirley A. Malloris 85 of Indianapolis, formerly of Richmond died August 30, 2020, at University Heights Health and Living Center. She was born August 26, 1935, in Richmond to Antonio and Dorothy Fratellio Malloris and had lived in Indianapolis 65 years. She retired from the Indiana State Police and was a member of the Creek […] — (Posted September 4, 2020)

Kenneth E. Clarke Kenneth E. Clarke, 50, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on September 1, 2020. He was born on June 12, 1970 in Wayne County Indiana to Hazel Fortner and Joey Clarke. Kenneth was a resident of the Centerville and Richmond, Indiana area most of his life. He was well known for laying ceramic, hardwood and marble […] — (Posted September 4, 2020)

Jerry “Butch” Stoots Jerry “Butch” Stoots was known for his beautiful Dahlia flower arrangements accented with a Peacock feather. Butch grew flowers and would bless folks in nursing homes, hospitals, at funerals or for “just because,” with these arrangements. He raised peacocks, and many different farm animals over the years at the farm. Butch passed away Wednesday September […] — (Posted September 4, 2020)

Vicki K. Wehrley Vicki K. Wehrley, age 63, of Centerville, Indiana, died Thursday, September 3, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family. Vicki was born on June 17, 1957, in Richmond, Indiana, and was a life-long resident of Wayne County, Indiana. She was lovingly raised by her mother and adoptive father, Mildred and Kenneth Mantooth. Vicki loved […] — (Posted September 4, 2020)

Eileen Hibbard Eileen Hibbard, age 80, Richmond, passed away on Monday (August 31, 2020) at Reid Health. Eileen was born on July 8, 1940 in Alexandria, Indiana to Nolan and Ruth Hyers Way. She was a 1952 graduate from Marion High School. Eileen married the love of her life, Carlo Hibbard, on January 26, 1970 in Manchester, […] — (Posted September 3, 2020)

Carolyn Wickersham McCollum Ferguson Carolyn Wickersham McCollum Ferguson. Born January 26, 1930; died August 31, 2020, at Friends Fellowship Community in Richmond, Indiana, where she had been a resident for several years. She was 90 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Harold E. McCollum and the late William Ferguson. Survived by her children, Vickie (William L.) Townsend; […] — (Posted September 2, 2020)

Carolyn J. Frame Carolyn J. Frame 77 of Richmond died August 27, 2020 at Arbor Trace. She was born February 21, 1943 in Richmond to Herbert and Vera Lehman Hackman and lived here all her life. She retired from Friends Fellowship Community. Carolyn is survived by her son Rick (Lisa) Frame, step-children Cim, Tonya, and Brad, her grandchildren […] — (Posted September 2, 2020)

Jean C. Kurtis Jean C. Kurtis 92 of Richmond died August 30, 2020, at Rosebud Village after a long illness. She was born September 26, 1927 in Great Neck, New York to J. Edward and Lillian Rogers Cummins and moved to Richmond from White Plains, New York 10 years ago. She retired from the White Plains Public Library. […] — (Posted September 2, 2020)