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.

Eric Brennen McGuire Eric Brennen McGuire, 30, of Connersville passed away unexpectedly Wednesday morning, June 24, 2020. He was born November 7, 1989 in Richmond, Indiana, the son of Chad Eric McGuire and Stacey McCain, and was a 2008 graduate of Connersville High School. Eric enjoyed camping, fishing, riding quads, and participating in family activities. Survivors include a […] — (Posted June 26, 2020)

Beulah “Grammy” Sprinkles Beulah “Grammy” Sprinkles, 84, of Liberty, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at Reid Health in Richmond. She was born on November 27, 1935, in Hinkle, Kentucky, and is the daughter of the late Tully Callebs and Lew Carmack Callebs. She was a member of and regularly attended First Baptist Church of Connersville. Beulah […] — (Posted June 25, 2020)

Ruth French Ruth French, age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at Reid Health. Ruth was born on August 20, 1939, in Noblesville, Indiana, to Lucian and Ardella Mortimer Palmer. She graduated from Ball State University with a bachelor’s degree and then a master’s degree in education. Ruth spent much of the early part […] — (Posted June 25, 2020)

Matthew Allen “Matt” Short Matthew Allen “Matt” Short, age 31, passed away Saturday, June 20th, 2020. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He enjoyed being outdoors and spending time with his family. He will forever be remembered for his big heart and kind soul. He had a contagious laugh and a smile that could light up a room. […] — (Posted June 25, 2020)

Randall Edward Beck Randall Edward Beck, age 63, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Born December 7, 1956, in Connersville, Indiana, to William Aaron and Evelyn VanWinkle Beck, Randy had lived in the Richmond area since his childhood. He was a member of the Richmond High School Class […] — (Posted June 25, 2020)

Mark Walker Born November 11, 1956 in Connersville, Mark was the eldest of eight children to Bob and Georgia Lou McCullum Walker. Mark graduated from Connersville Senior High School in 1976 and joined the United States Army from 1976 to 1979. In November of 1980, Mark married the love of his life the former Sheri Lyn Minnerick […] — (Posted June 24, 2020)

Carmen L. (Gard) Orr Carmen L. (Gard) Orr, 59, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on the afternoon of Monday, June 22, 2020, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 5, 1961, in New Castle, Indiana. Carmen always felt blessed to be the daughter of George P. Gard Sr. […] — (Posted June 24, 2020)

Wanda Weber Wanda Weber was born in Richmond July 15, 1957 to Wendell and Agatha Owens Weber. She worked for thirty years at Visteon and retired from Stant. Wanda enjoyed classic horror films, her grandkids and traveling to Disney and Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Wanda also enjoyed shopping and cooking foods of all types, she also attended Bethesda Worship […] — (Posted June 24, 2020)

Sarah E. “Betty” Darrah Sarah E. “Betty” Darrah, 94, formerly of Bentonville, currently residing in New Palestine to be near her family, passed away Sunday afternoon, June 21, 2020, at Cypress Run of Morristown, Indiana. She was born September 19, 1925 in Wayne County, Indiana, one of eleven children of Charles Robert and Gertrude Mae (Cain) Cox. She attended […] — (Posted June 24, 2020)

Kenneth Erle “Bud” King Kenneth Erle “Bud” King, age 67, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, June 22, 2020, at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital in New Albany. Born January 12, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, to Paul E. and Crystal J. Rude King, Kenny lived in this community most of his life. He formerly worked at Rauch, Inc., Preston Grocery, […] — (Posted June 24, 2020)

Jim Keifer Jim Keifer, 73, passed away in his home on Sunday, June 21st after several lengthy illnesses. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on February 22, 1947, to Paul and Virginia Keifer. He lived in Richmond all his life, other than his college years. Jim graduated from Richmond High School in 1965. He graduated from Wartburg […] — (Posted June 24, 2020)

Paulia Irene Baker Paulia Irene Baker, age 64, passed away at her residence on June 20, 2020. She was born February 28, 1956, the daughter of Paul I. Shaffer and Patricia E. Shaffer Phenis, in Richmond, Indiana. Paulia lived in Richmond. She worked her whole life but her career was being a social butterfly. She was rowdy and […] — (Posted June 24, 2020)

Thomas “Tiny” Wright Thomas “Tiny” Wright, 82, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on June 19, 2020. He was born March 13, 1938 to Andrew C. Wright Sr. and Ruby L. Shipp Wright. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday June 23, 2020 from 4pm-7pm at Community Family Funeral Home, 50 people rotating, with social distancing. Due to the […] — (Posted June 23, 2020)

Jack Edward Harris Jack Edward Harris, 79, passed away on Sat. June 20 , 2020 at his winter home in Largo, FL. He was born in Richmond, IN to E. Wayne and Ruth Stephenson Harris. He was a lifetime resident of Richmond. After his retirement he became a snowbird and lived in Largo for fifteen years. He attended […] — (Posted June 23, 2020)

Gayle Lee Cross Gayle Lee Cross, age 83, of Centerville, Indiana, died Sunday, June 21, 2020, at Reid Health surrounded by his family. Born January 8, 1937, in Preble County, Ohio, to Dennie and Marie Street Cross, Gayle lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of his life. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy. Gayle retired from the […] — (Posted June 23, 2020)

D. Janice Blake D. Janice Blake, 76, passed away Sunday morning June 21, 2020 at I.U. Ball Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. A daughter of the late G.W. and Gredle (Smith) Pierce, Janice was born in Rushville, Indiana on December 27, 1943. She was a lifelong resident of the Lewisville community. Janice had worked at the Lewisville Hotel and […] — (Posted June 23, 2020)

Marsha S. Turpen Marsha S. Turpen, 80, of New Castle passed away Monday, June 22, 2020 at her residence. She was born August 12, 1939 in Winchester, Indiana, a daughter of the late George and Frances (Brubaker) Mendenhall. Marsha retired from the Indiana Sailors and Soldiers Home in Knightstown after 10 plus years of service. She loved bird […] — (Posted June 23, 2020)

Melissa Ann Chaney Melissa Ann Chaney, 45, of Connersville, passed away Friday, June 19, 2020 at her home. She had been battling health problems. She was born December 31, 1974 in Connersville, eldest of three children of Leslie and Connie (Pollitt) Moffett. She was a 1993 graduate of Union County High School, and had lived in both Liberty […] — (Posted June 23, 2020)

Kimberly Miracle Kimberly Miracle, 57, of Connersville, was reunited with her dad, Edgar Brown, in Heaven on Father’s Day, June 21, 2020. She was born March 23, 1963 in Connersville to Edgar and Linda (Ferman) Brown, and she graduated from Connersville High School. On October 16, 1999, Kim married David Miracle in Connersville. Mr. Miracle survives. Throughout […] — (Posted June 23, 2020)

Martha Inez Rose Martha Inez Rose, age 91, a resident of Indianapolis, Indiana and formerly of Richmond and New Castle, passed away Friday, June 19, 2020 at her residence. She was born August 10, 1928 in Bethesda, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Marshal Edward and Lula Belle Raines Daniels. Mrs. Rose was a homemaker and was a […] — (Posted June 23, 2020)

Sheliah Beth Phelps Sheliah Beth Phelps, 67, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Bethel Point Rehabilitation Center after a long illness. She was born in New Castle, Indiana the daughter of the late Ernest Jr and Emily Phelps. She worked for the state of Indiana at the New Castle State Development Center and […] — (Posted June 21, 2020)

Christopher Robert Shull Christopher Robert Shull, a New Castle resident, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2020 at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, In. He is survived by his mother and step-father, Toni and William Woodward; his father and step-mother, Don and Carla Shull; one brother, Erec Shull. Funeral services will be 6:00 p.m., Thursday, June 18, 2020 at […] — (Posted June 21, 2020)

Marilyn Toschlog/Ramsey A memorial service for Marilyn Toschlog/Ramsey will be held at Crown Hill Cementary Centerville Ind. June 29. 2020 at 11:00 am. There will be a Celebration of Life following the services at The Mansion House 214 East Main Centerville Ind — (Posted June 21, 2020)

Juanita E. Miller Juanita E. Miller, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, June 18, 2020, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born September 29, 1934, in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, to Elmer Luther and Emily Ethel Griffin Hale, Juanita lived in Johnetta, Kentucky, until the age of six. She then moved to Lebanon, Indiana, and later attended Lebanon High […] — (Posted June 21, 2020)

Beverly Ann Winning Stroup Beverly Ann Winning Stroup, age 90, of Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away Friday, June 19, 2020, at Reid Health. Born February 7, 1930, in New Castle, Indiana, to James and Henton Humphries Winning, Beverly lived in New Castle and Anderson, Indiana, most of her life. She worked at Perfect Circle in Hagerstown, Indiana. Beverly retired […] — (Posted June 21, 2020)

Emilie Rose (Danfield) Bruce Emilie Rose (Danfield) Bruce, 90, of Indianapolis, passed away June 16, 2020. She was born on May 15, 1930 in Lindenwold, New Jersey to the late Lawrence and Mary (Martin) Danfield. She graduated from Haddon Heights High School. She married Francis “Buzz” Bruce and they spent 68 happy years together. Emilie was a previous member […] — (Posted June 21, 2020)

Bobbie Minford Owens Bobbie Minford Owens, 88, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on June 18, 2020. He passed from this life surrounded by loved ones and in the peace and comfort of his home. Bobbie was born in Albany, KY on March 6, 1932, the son of the late Pearl Guffey Denney and […] — (Posted June 21, 2020)

Robbie A. Lanter Robbie A. Lanter, 54, passed away on Wednesday morning, June 17, 2020, in Fountain City, IN. He was born January 3, 1966, in Wayne County, Indiana, the son of Ted W. and Yvonne Anderson Lanter. Robbie was a 1985 graduate of Northeastern High School in Fountain City, IN. Robbie and the former Kim Tillery were […] — (Posted June 18, 2020)

Charles Lewis Mathews Charles Lewis Mathews, 79, passed away early Saturday morning April 4, 2020 at Golden Living Center-Golden Rule in Richmond, Indiana. A son of the late Ferrell and Lizzie (Metcalf) Mathews, Charles was born in Connersville, Indiana on May 29, 1940. Charles served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and retired […] — (Posted June 17, 2020)

Phillip Anthony Keesling Phillip Anthony Keesling, 59 of Straughn, Indiana, left to be with the Lord on Friday, June 12, 2020. He was born in Henry County, Indiana on September 11, 1960 to Roscoe and Reba Keesling. Phillip was the third of four boys. He is survived by his three brothers, Alan Keesling of Richmond, IN, Mark Keesling […] — (Posted June 17, 2020)