Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Virginia L. Brumley Virginia L. Brumley 85 of Richmond went to be with her Lord August 1, 2020 at Golden Living Center. She was born March 15, 1935 in Pemberton, Ohio to Jacob Walter and Helen Miller Houchin. She grew up in Bellefontaine, Ohio and moved to Richmond in the 1960s. She was a graduate of Bellefontaine High […] — (Posted August 10, 2020)

Ruthann Hawk Ruthann Hawk, 82, of New Castle passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020 at Hickory Creek. She was born July 21, 1938 in New Castle to the late George and Delma (Wolf) Forbes. Ruthann retired from Citizens State Bank following 34 years of service. She was a former member of the United Women’s Circle and Trinity […] — (Posted August 10, 2020)

Wayne Allen Hinchman Wayne Allen Hinchman, 79, of Connersville, formerly a long time resident of Hamilton, Ohio passed away Friday morning, August 7, 2020 at Rush Memorial Hospital, Rushville, Indiana. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 PM, Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home with Reverend Terry Unthank officiating. Burial will be in Dale […] — (Posted August 10, 2020)

Lawrence E. Rheinhardt Lawrence E. Rheinhardt, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, August 6, 2020, at his home. Born January 18, 1930, in Richmond, Indiana, to Frank and Nannie McNew Rheinhardt, Lawrence lived in this community most of his life. He was a 1948 graduate of Richmond High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in engineering from […] — (Posted August 10, 2020)

Ramona A. Johnson Ramona A. Johnson, 84, passed away on Thursday evening, August 6. She was born Ramona Alice Barker in Ridgeville, Indiana, on October 16, 1935, the daughter of Howard Lawrence & Bertha Ellen Mobley Barker. Ramona was a 1953 graduate of Milton High School. She married Julian D. Johnson 64 years ago on June 17, 1956, […] — (Posted August 10, 2020)

Albert E. Fullerton, Sr. Albert E. Fullerton, Sr., 87, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, August 6. Al was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on February 15, 1933, the son of Travis & Christine H. Archer Fullerton. Al was a US Army veteran of the Korean War. Prior to retirement, he worked as an assembler and mechanic for 42 years […] — (Posted August 10, 2020)

Saphira Ariya Durham and Autumn Lee Durham Saphira Ariya Durham and Autumn Lee Durham, infant identical twin daughters of Travis Keith Durham and Cheyenne Autumn Tanner passed away Thursday afternoon, August 6, 2020, at their home in Cambridge City, Indiana. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on April 5, 2020, Saphira and Autumn spent most of their life in Riley Hospital, returning home on […] — (Posted August 10, 2020)

Kathy Lee Parker Kathy Lee Parker, 63, of Richmond, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020. Kathy was born on November 11, 1956, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Ronald S. Bowling and Carla (Tanner) Bowling. She moved to Richmond as a young girl, graduated from Richmond High School in 1974, and went on to earn bachelors, masters, and doctorate […] — (Posted August 7, 2020)

Barbara J. Tubesing Barbara J. Tubesing, age 96, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at Heritage House of Richmond. Born September 29, 1923, in Wayne County, Indiana, to Omer and Helen Eachus Williams, Barbara was a life-long resident of this community. She was a 1941 graduate of Williamsburg High School and graduated as an RN from […] — (Posted August 7, 2020)

Mary Lou Millis Johnson Mary Lou Millis Johnson, age 99, of Indianapolis, Indiana, died Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at St. Vincent Home Health and Hospice with her family near. Born March 13, 1921, in Campbellsburg, Indiana, to Frank and Ruth Braxton Millis, Mary Lou lived in Richmond, Indiana, most of her life. After the death of her husband, Dr. […] — (Posted August 7, 2020)

Jennifer (Jackson) Ensley Jennifer (Jackson) Ensley, 66, a resident of New Castle went home to Heaven on Wednesday, August 5, 2020. She was born December 31, 1953 to the late Mary and Joseph (Johnson) Clinger. Jennifer was raised in Frankfort and spent most of her adult life in New Castle. In her earlier years, Jennifer worked for Single […] — (Posted August 7, 2020)

Lori Ann Bowles Lori Ann Bowles, age 58, a New Castle resident, passed away Friday, July 30, 2020 at Henry Community Health in New Castle. She was born September 4, 1961 in Greenfield, Indiana and was the daughter of Donald R. Tweedy and Jane Ann Ashworth Tweedy. She is survived by a daughter, Terra Dyson of New Castle. […] — (Posted August 7, 2020)

Terry Lee Klocke Terry Lee Klocke, age 64, a resident of rural Springport, Indiana left the face of our earth to be with his family on Monday, August 3, 2020. He was born August 15, 1955 in New Castle, Indiana and had resided in Henry and Delaware Counties most of his life. He was a 1973 graduate of […] — (Posted August 7, 2020)

Elizabeth J Johnson Elizabeth J Johnson, 90 of Hagerstown, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at Golden Living Center, Richmond. She was born February 12, 1930 in Campbellsville, KY to the late John Finley and Mary (Franklin) Peters. She married Shade Johnson on November 22, 1947 and he precedes her in death. Elizabeth owned and operated Twin Pines […] — (Posted August 6, 2020)

Stuart Haldon Mellander Stuart Haldon Mellander, 80, of New Castle passed away on the evening of Tuesday, August 4, 2020. He was born on December 2, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois. There will be no services at this time. You may send the family a personal condolence by clicking the “Tribute Wall” tab. The Sproles family and staff are […] — (Posted August 6, 2020)

Beth Moore Beth Moore, 63, a lifelong resident of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday morning, August 4, 2020 surrounded by her loving family at her residence. She was born on June 20, 1957 in Connersville, the youngest of six children of Donald L. and Catherine F. Jamison Revalee. She was a 1975 graduate […] — (Posted August 6, 2020)

Larry (Powell) Phillips Larry (Powell) Phillips, age 67, passed away at Reid Health on August 4, 2020. He was born November 7, 1952, to Lawrence Powell and Marie Clark in Richmond, Indiana. Larry’s laugh could put a smile on anyone’s face. He loved arts, theaters and animals. He liked animals more than people he would say. Through all […] — (Posted August 6, 2020)

David “Baby David” Kirkendall-Hollingsworth Jr. David “Baby David” Kirkendall-Hollingsworth Jr., age 4, joined the heavenly angels on August 2, 2020. He was born October 27, 2015, to David and Hannah Kirkendall-Hollingsworth, in Richmond, Indiana. David’s personality was one of a kind. He loved Garfield and PJ Mask. His favorite foods were Fruity Pebbles, McChicken’s and lasagna. He was fearless and […] — (Posted August 6, 2020)

Robert Ernest “Bob” Henderson Robert Ernest “Bob” Henderson 81 of Richmond died August 3, 2020 at Reid Health after a short illness. He was born December 22, 1938 in Delphi to Ernest and Mary Maroney Henderson and lived here most of his life. He was the former owner of the Idle Hour Tavern and Southside Motors. He was a […] — (Posted August 6, 2020)

Ruby J. Elam Ruby J. Elam, age 77, of Centerville, Indiana, died Tuesday, August 4, 2020, after a short illness. Born March 22, 1943, in Barbourville, Kentucky, to Chester Sr. and Gusta Bright Elam, Ruby lived in the Richmond, Indiana, area most of her life. She attended Centerville Schools. Ruby retired from the Richmond State Hospital, where she […] — (Posted August 5, 2020)

Robert (Bob) Lee Dishmond Sr. Robert (Bob) Lee Dishmond Sr., age 85 went to meet our Lord & Savior on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at his home in Liberty, Indiana. He was born April 25, 1935 in Science Hill, Kentucky to Raymond and Ollie Dishmond (Gregg). Bob was a long-time resident of Union County. Bob attended Pulaski County School, Kentucky […] — (Posted August 5, 2020)

Sharon Sue Widau Sharon Sue Widau, 74, of Milton passed away on Tuesday, August, 4, 2020 at Flat Rock River Lodge in Rushville, IN. She was born on April 4, 1946 in Wayne County, Indiana to James O. and Betty Jane Myers Willis and had lived most of her life in the area. Survivors include her children Jackie […] — (Posted August 5, 2020)

Mary Lee Jones Abrams Mary Lee Jones Abrams was born in Wind Cave, Jackson County, Kentucky on April 12, 1926 to Thomas and Louisa Jones. Mary Lee was 94 years old at her passing, on July 31, 2020. She was the youngest child, having 8 older siblings, 6 sisters and 2 brothers. Sisters were: Lucy Clifton, Dovie Moore, Fannie […] — (Posted August 5, 2020)

Rhea Guntle Spaulding Rhea Guntle Spaulding, age 102, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, August 1, 2020, at Arbor Trace. Born August 29, 1917, in Miamisburg, Ohio, to Edward and Jane McCabe Wagner, Rhea was a 1935 graduate of Miamisburg High School. She lived in West Alexandria, Ohio, most of her life before moving to Richmond to be with […] — (Posted August 5, 2020)

Darren M. Boyce Darren M. Boyce, age 60, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, August 2, 2020, at his home. Born June 13, 1960, in Long Beach, California, to Jerald Thomas and Sharron Horn Bailey Boyce, Darin lived in Richmond most of his life. He was a carpenter by trade and had worked for various companies over the years. […] — (Posted August 5, 2020)

Charles E. “Eddie” Bates Charles E. “Eddie” Bates, Jr, age 76, a resident of Oakville, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 29, 2020. He was a patient at I.U. Ball Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. He was born December 25, 1943 in Connersville, Indiana, a son of the late Charles E. and Jeanne Fisher Bates, […] — (Posted August 5, 2020)

Buddy Wilson Jr. Buddy Wilson Jr., age 54, of Richmond, Indiana, lost his hard-fought battle to cancer Sunday, August 2, 2020, at his home. Born November 28, 1965, in Richmond, Indiana, to Buddy Sr. and Sharon Holland Wilson, Buddy was a life-long resident of this community. He was a 1984 graduate of Richmond High School. Buddy worked as […] — (Posted August 4, 2020)

Geanell Miller Geanell Miller, age 99, of Eaton, OH, passed away Friday, July 31, 2020 at the Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton. She was born February 24, 1921 in Richmond, IN to the late Lon and Pearl Crawford. Geanell was a member of the Eaton First Church of God. She enjoyed traveling and camping with her […] — (Posted August 4, 2020)

June Hay June Hay, 94, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday evening, August 1. She was born Marilyn June Watts in Jackson Township, Preble County, Ohio, on May 23, 1926, the daughter of Charles W. & Hazel W. Cail Watts, both of whom preceded her in death. June was a 1944 graduate of Campbellstown High […] — (Posted August 4, 2020)

Virginia L. Brumley Virginia L. Brumley 85 of Richmond went to be with her Lord August 1, 2020 at Golden Living Center. She was born March 15, 1935 in Pemberton, Ohio to Jacob Walter and Helen Miller Houchin. She grew up in Bellefontaine, Ohio and moved to Richmond in the 1960s. She was a graduate of Bellefontaine High […] — (Posted August 3, 2020)