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.

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)

Beverly Joan Crull Amick Beverly Joan Crull Amick, 84, of Hagerstown, died at her home on Saturday, June 13, 2020. She was born in New Castle on June 3, 1936 to Emmett and Ruth (Steward) Crull and lived most of her life in the Hagerstown area. Beverly was a 1954 graduate of Hagerstown High School and a member of […] — (Posted June 16, 2020)

Nancy Ann Hill Nancy Ann Hill (Nesi Ani), born April 14th, 1948 in Richmond, Kentucky, left to be with Jesus on June 14th, 2020 in Fountain City, Indiana in her home with her loving family around her. Through her humility, selflessness, love, and guidance, Nancy spent her life dedicated to her family as a daughter, a sister, a […] — (Posted June 16, 2020)

Wayne Paul Nichols Wayne Paul Nichols, 87, of Connersville passed away early Monday, June 15, 2020. He was born May 8, 1933 in Fayette County, one of three children of Paul O. and E. Marie Jones Nichols, and he was a graduate of Connersville High School. Wayne was a proud veteran, serving with the U.S. Army and stationed […] — (Posted June 16, 2020)

Robert Allen Fulton Robert Allen Fulton passed away on June 12th., 2020 at Bridgewater Healthcare Center. He was a former resident of New Castle, Indiana. He was born June 19, 1925 and was the son of William and Nana Martin Fulton. He graduated from New Castle High School in 1943. He proudly served in the Army Air Corps […] — (Posted June 16, 2020)

Roy Elbe Stephens Roy Elbe Stephens (also known a s, “Buddy,” “Shorty,” “Flash,” “Pipee”) went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 12th., his residence with family and close friends by his side after a very brief illness. He was born March 13th., 1934 in Slickford, Kentucky to Sherman and Abbie (Raines) Stevens. As a young […] — (Posted June 16, 2020)

Lisa Koren Brockman Lisa Koren Brockman was surrounded by family & friends on June 13th 2020 as she ran into the arms of Jesus. Lisa was born March 15, 1975. Parents; David & Susan Brockman and Kenneth & Louise Knose. sisters; Darla (Isky) Paul, Cindy Knox and Delilah Brockman, Becky Jones, Kathy (Tim) Gibbs, Robin (Tim York) Moffitt, […] — (Posted June 15, 2020)

Wilson Hall Wilson Hall 91 of Richmond died June 13, 2020 at Reid Health after a short illness. He was born June 19, 1928 in Rock Castle County, Kentucky to Robert Lee and Judy Gabbard Hall and lived here since 1947. He retired from Ford-Visteon in 1992 and previously worked at AVCO. He was an Army veteran […] — (Posted June 14, 2020)

Robin Mae (Shultz) Smith Robin Mae (Shultz) Smith, 54, passed away Saturday morning June 13, 2020 at her home in Lewisville, Indiana. Robin was born in Richmond, Indiana on January 9, 1966. She grew up in the Hagerstown community and graduated from high school there in 1984. Robin and her husband, Larry, have made their home in Lewisville since […] — (Posted June 14, 2020)

James “Jim” R. Holyfield James “Jim” R. Holyfield, age 90, passed away at his home on Saturday, June 6, 2020. Jim was born in Bassfield, Mississippi on March 18, 1930 to Sidney “Marshall” and Effie Lott Holyfield. Jim was raised in Pascagoula, MS and graduated from Pascagoula High School. He attended Pearl River Junior College and went on to […] — (Posted June 13, 2020)

James Wesley Chance James Wesley Chance, 51, of Richmond passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020 in Richmond. He was born January 12, 1969 in Connersville to Kenneth I. Chance and Beverly A. (Revalee) Kenworthy. James grew up in Connersville and attended Connersville schools. James learned the machining trade from his grandfather, Wesley Revalee, at a young age. He […] — (Posted June 13, 2020)

Lynn D. McDougall Lynn D. McDougall, age 88, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died peacefully at home on Monday, June 8, 2020, following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. His steadfast kindness, sly sense of humor, wit, congeniality, love for and devotion to his family, and commitment to his community will be sorely missed, but serve as a lodestar […] — (Posted June 13, 2020)

Sandra Darlene Parrett Sandra Darlene Parrett, age 71, of Centerville, Indiana, died Thursday, June 11, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family. Born September 11, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to John and Daisy Cornetta Ison, Sandy lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of her life. She was a 1966 graduate of Richmond High School. Sandy worked at […] — (Posted June 12, 2020)

Sandra Jean Cox Mullins Sandra Jean Cox Mullins, age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at her home. Born October 29, 1944, in Connersville, Indiana, to James and Ruby Galiher Cox, Sandra lived in Richmond for most of her life. She worked as a beautician. Sandra had also worked for Richmond Community Schools and […] — (Posted June 12, 2020)

Vinton E. Shaffer Vinton E. Shaffer, 85, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away, with his family by his side, on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. He was born on September 6, 1934, in Barbara County, West Virginia, to the late Homer and Lena (Wilt) Shaffer. In addition to his parents, Vinton was preceded […] — (Posted June 12, 2020)

Lena Mae Carlton Estridge Hastings Lena Mae Carlton Estridge Hastings, 93, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at Willow Brook Christian Home in Columbus, Ohio. Lena was born at Young’s Corner, Indiana, on October 13, 1926 to Alva Carlton and Bertie Hume Waller Carlton, the youngest of seven children. She went to school in Brookville and […] — (Posted June 12, 2020)

Timothy Dale Allen Timothy Dale Allen, 61, of Lynn, IN passed-away Wednesday afternoon, June 10, 2020 at Reid Health and Hospital of Richmond, IN. He was born April 2, 1959 in Winchester, IN the son of William Pierce and Mabel Adaline (Abrams) Allen. He was a 1977 graduate of Randolph Southern High School. Tim worked more than 30 […] — (Posted June 12, 2020)

Leo “Butch” Martin Montgomery Jr. Leo “Butch” Martin Montgomery Jr., 83, passed away June 8, 2020. He was born March 27, 1937 in Terre Haute to Leo Martin Montgomery Sr. and Ora Gibb Montgomery. Leo was a 1954 graduate of Wiley High School. Leo was a proud Air Force veteran, and a member of the American Legion. He was stationed […] — (Posted June 11, 2020)

Mildred Eloise Thalls Mildred Eloise Thalls, 98, of New Castle, died Monday, June 1, 2020, at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Henry County on May 24, 1922 to Harrison and Hallie Marie (Stickler) Cook and was a life long resident of Henry County. She attended Hagerstown Congregational Christian Church. Survivors include 2 children, Deborah Thalls and […] — (Posted June 11, 2020)

Stratahn Michael Hall With deepest sorrow, we announce that Master Sergeant Stratahn Michael Hall, 33, passed unexpectedly away at 11 p.m. Monday, June 1, 2020 at U.S. Army Installation Fort Irwin Base in San Bernardino County, CA. He was born in Muncie, Indiana, on January 11, 1987, to Michael Shane Hall and Stephanie Lynn (Sharits) Hall-Isenberg. His mother […] — (Posted June 11, 2020)

Russell Thomas “Tom” Rogers Russell Thomas “Tom” Rogers, Jr., 57, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Middletown. He was born June 9, 1963 in New Castle, Indiana He had been employed at Jack’s Donuts in New Castle. An avid coin collector, Tom was also an Indianapolis Colts and Chicago Cubs fan. […] — (Posted June 11, 2020)

Leland G. McGee Leland G. McGee, age 85 of New Castle passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at his home. He was born March 25, 1935 in Henry County, the son of the late Chester and Margaret Davis McGee. Survivors include his daughter Terry (Ronnie) Cotner, Jessica Lowe (Delburt Allbritton), Rose (Scott) Profitt, Paula (Bryant) Coffey, son Douglas […] — (Posted June 11, 2020)

Paula J. Horstman Paula J. Horstman, 71, of Greens Fork, died at her home on Tuesday, June 9, 2020. She was born in Wayne County on January 22, 1949 to Harold and Ruby (Greene) Brooks and was a life long resident of the area. Paula was a member of Nettle Creek Church of the Brethren. She was a […] — (Posted June 11, 2020)

Richard A. Clevenger Richard A. Clevenger, age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully Friday, June 5, 2020, at his home. To quote Frank Sinatra, “I did it my way.” Born January 14, 1925, in Richmond, Indiana, to Fred M. and Lucille Eastman Clevenger, Dick was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a 1943 graduate of Richmond […] — (Posted June 10, 2020)

Charles J. Riggs Charles J. Riggs 68 of Richmond died June 5, 2020 at Reid Health. He was born September 1, 1951 in Landshut, Germany to Charles L. and Mary Balberger Riggs and lived here most of his life. He retired as an OTR Truck Driver and was a graduate of Richmond High School. Survivors include his five […] — (Posted June 9, 2020)

Scott B. Smith Scott B. Smith, 51, of Springport, passed away unexpectedly at a job site in Plainfield, IN on Thursday June 4, 2020. He was born in Muncie Indiana on April 17, 1969 to the late Fate Gordon and Lela Charlene Smith. Scott was a loving husband, an amazing dad, a brother, and a grandpa. He was […] — (Posted June 9, 2020)

Clifford A. “Bill” Marlatt Clifford A. “Bill” Marlatt, 92, of New Castle passed away Thursday, June 4, 2020 at Addison Place Assisted Living. He was born July 12, 1927 in New Castle to the late Arthur C. and Luva O. (Shafer) Marlatt. Bill was drafted to serve his Country in 1951 and served in the U.S. Marines. As an […] — (Posted June 9, 2020)

Tayler Michelle Crain Tayler Michelle Crain, 27, of Rushville passed away June 6, 2020 at her residence. She was born June 5, 1993 in New Castle, a daughter of the late Christopher “Bo” Clark and Michelle (companion: Rey Luna) McDaniel of New Castle. Tayler was family first! She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend that always […] — (Posted June 9, 2020)