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.

Donald A. Ward Donald A. Ward, 95, of Fountain City, passed away on Sunday, March 29 at The Springs of Richmond. He was born in Centerville, Indiana on March 25, 1925, the son of Lester E., Sr. and Helen Marie Killen Ward. Don was a 17-year-old Hollansburg High School student when he enlisted in the United States Marine […] — (Posted March 31, 2020)

Jerry M. Gideon Jerry M. Gideon, 69, of Spiceland, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Hancock Regional Hospital. The son of Theodore and Nannie (Chew) Gideon, Jerry was a lifelong resident of Henry County and a 1968 graduate of Spiceland Academy. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Carol Gideon; his son, Brad Gideon; brothers, […] — (Posted March 31, 2020)

Phyllis June Templeton RICHMOND, Ind. – Phyllis June Templeton, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, March 29, 2020, at Reid Health. Born August 26, 1925, in Fairfield, Indiana, to George Bishop and Mary Opal Cromwell Balmain, Phyllis lived in Richmond for most of her life since she was 10 years old. She was an amazing drapery maker. […] — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Beverly K. Tidrow RICHMOND, Ind. – Beverly K. Tidrow, age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died unexpectedly Saturday, March 28, 2020, at her home. Born December 4, 1944, in Noblesville, Indiana, to Earl M. and Iva Mae Ringley Vore, Bev lived most of her life in Wayne County, Indiana. She was a 1962 graduate of Royerton High School in […] — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Howard L. Bennett RICHMOND, Ind. – Howard L. Bennett, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, March 29, 2020, at Arbor Trace. Born October 2, 1925, in Michigan to William and Gladys Moistner Bennett, Howard lived in Richmond most of his life. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII and was awarded the Purple Heart […] — (Posted March 30, 2020)

William E. “Bill” Taylor CENTERVILLE, Ind. – William E. “Bill” Taylor, age 76, of Centerville, Indiana, died Sunday, March 29, 2020, at Reid Health. Born February 8, 1944, in Henry County, Indiana, to Robert and Ruth Whitton Taylor, Bill lived in Centerville for most of his life. He attended Centerville High School. Bill retired from Belden in 2007, after […] — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Denver Walker Denver Walker June 06, 1941 – March 29, 2020 Arrangements pending by Community Family Funeral Home, Richmond — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Earby J Armstead Earby J Armstead December 26, 1940 – March 28, 2020 Arrangements to be announced by Community Family Funeral Home, Richmond — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Evelyn Mae (Wilson) Smith On Sunday, March 22, 2020, Evelyn Mae (Wilson) Smith, loving wife and mother of five children, peacefully went to be with the Lord surrounded by family, at age 87. Evelyn was born on September 30, 1932 in Richmond, IN to Oren and Marie (Bage) Wilson. She was a graduate of Richmond Senior High School. Evelyn […] — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Jean D. Raver Jean D. Raver, 67, of Richmond died March 24, 2020 at her home. She was born December 6, 1952, in Annapolis, Maryland to John Danford and Eleanor Polinsky. She was a homemaker. Jean graduated from University of Virginia with a Bachelors Degree in Respiratory Therapy and received a Masters Degree in Speech pathology from Eastern […] — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Edwin J. Miller Jr. Edwin J. Miller Jr., 88 of Richmond passed away March 29, 2020 at Reid Health after a short illness; he was born May 3, 1931 in Richmond to Edwin H. and Nina Morrison Miller Sr. and lived here all of his life. He retired from Kemper Brothers Cabinet and was a member of their 25 […] — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Martha Marie Mayer Fox Rench Yount The curtain has fallen on the long-playing life of Martha Marie Mayer Fox Rench Yount. The stage was set in Richmond on April 26, 1924, under the production of her parents Herbert J. and Henrietta T. Mayer. Her many roles included: She and Marne D. Fox were parents to five children: Kathy Fox, Clare Quinn […] — (Posted March 30, 2020)

Geoffrey Shane Hoodlebrink HAGERSTOWN – Geoffrey Shane Hoodlebrink, 23, of Hagerstown, passed away at his home on Friday, March 27, 2020, following a 10-year battle with cancer. He was born in Richmond on October 24, 1996 to James and Brenda (McCoy) Hoodlebrink. He was a graduate of Hagerstown High School and attended Ball State University and Ivy Tech. […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Cornelia D. Ellis HAGERSTOWN – Cornelia D. Ellis, 80, of Hagerstown, died unexpectedly at her home on Friday, March 27, 2020. She was born at Crossville, TN on November 4, 1939 to Clyde and Violet Northcutt, and lived most of her life in the Hagerstown area. Cornelia was a member of New Testament Church of Christ. Survivors include […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Norma Arlene Peace Anderson Norma Arlene Peace Anderson, age 89, of Tiger, Georgia, and formerly of Milton, Indiana, passed away on March 26, 2020. She was born in Kentucky, the daughter of the late Tom Peace and Louise Powers Peace. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Arnold Anderson on August 10, 2000; her […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Harold W. Kenney Harold W. Kenney, 76, of Leesburg, Florida, formerly of Ogdensburg, NY, passed away on March 25, 2020 at Dove House Hospice Care, Westminster, MD after a long battle with cancer. Harold was born September 27, 1943 in Ogdensburg, NY to the proud parents Carvel Mills Kenney and June Marie Smithers. Harold attended Ogdensburg Free Academy […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Brian William Rodgers Brian William Rodgers was born on January 28, 1974, in Richmond Indiana. He was the son of Albert W. and Judith C. (Isaacs) Rodgers. He resided in Richmond, Indiana with his wife, Ann Barnhart. He attended West Richmond friends meetings. He graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1992. He also attended Anderson […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Ricky Dean Chism Ricky Dean Chism, 45, of Richmond passed away Wednesday March 25 at IU Health Methodist Hospital. He was born June 24, 1974 in Richmond to Billy and Rita Duncil Chism Jr. and lived here all of his life. He is survived by his Mother Rita (Dallas Newton) Toney, two brothers James (Diane) Chism, Michael Chism, […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Rita C. Crutcher Rita C. Crutcher, age 78, of Richmond passed away March 24th, 2020 after an extended illness. She was born April 6th, 1941 in Richmond, Indiana to Raymond Brockman and Bonnie Brockman-Mullins. She was a lifetime resident of Richmond. She worked at Reid Hospital for 20+ years. She is survived by her 6 children Gail Singleton, […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Linda S. Ramsey Linda S. Ramsey of Richmond November 5, 1948 – March 24, 2020 Arrangements to be announced by Community Family Funeral Home, Richmond — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Grace C. Scott Grace C. Scott, Richmond, IN, age 80, passed away at home on March 20, 2020, surrounded by family. She was born April 27, 1939, to Victor and Julia Smith in Brookville, Indiana. Grace had lived in Florida for 40 years before moving to Richmond to be near her family. While in Florida, she was very […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Phillip R. Gardner CENTERVILLE, Ohio – Phillip R. Gardner, age 78, of Centerville, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at Miami Valley Hospital South in Centerville, Ohio, after a two-month battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Phil was born on February 6, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, to Floyd W. and Elizabeth Irene Beetley Gardner. He graduated from Richmond High […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

David P. Dunlap RICHMOND, Ind. – David P. Dunlap, age 65, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, March 26, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family. Born August 29, 1954, in Richmond, Indiana, to Paul L. and Ruth V. Graf Dunlap, David lived in Richmond most of his life. He worked at various resorts in Wisconsin and later […] — (Posted March 28, 2020)

Norman E Munson Norman E Munson, 84, of Connersville flew on the angels wings March 21, 2020, with his family by his side. The youngest of 3 children, Norman was born on May 20, 1935, to Eldo and Maria (Browning) Munson in Alquina, Indiana (Fayette County). Norman graduated from Alquina High School in 1953 where he played basketball. […] — (Posted March 26, 2020)

Stanley “BoBo” Griffin Stanley “BoBo” Griffin, 64, passed away suddenly on March 23, 2020, at his home in Greenville, OH. He was born August 24, 1955, in Richmond, IN, the son of the late Mary and Farris Hampton. He grew up in Richmond and after high school enlisted in the U.S. Army Infantry, stationed out of Fort Riley, […] — (Posted March 26, 2020)

Patsy (Humphrey) Evans Mrs. Patsy Evans née Humphrey died peacefully in Reid Memorial Hospital on March 20, 2020 in Richmond, Indiana at the age of 71. Patsy is survived by her loving husband, Jack; children Errol A. Huffman Jr. (Elizabeth), Frances F. Mundhenk; four grandchildren, Brian, Connor, Errol “Trip,” and Abraham; and sister Bettie Caldwell. She was preceded […] — (Posted March 25, 2020)

Onda K. Retter Onda K. Retter, 71, of Richmond passed away March 24, 2020, in her home after a long illness. She was born April 5, 1948 in Ft. Recovery, Ohio to James and Pauline Arnold Courtney and lived in Richmond all of her life. She worked as a psychiatric attendant at the Richmond State Hospital. She is […] — (Posted March 24, 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 March 24, 2020)

John E. Dock John E. Dock, 66, of New Castle passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born September 2, 1953 in New Castle, a son of the late Clifford and Winona (Nipp) Dock. John was a graduate of New Castle High School and attended Ivy Tech Community College, where he studied […] — (Posted March 24, 2020)

Margaret W. Sligar RICHMOND, Ind. – Margaret W. Sligar, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, March 21, 2020, at Arbor Trace. Margaret was born on April 28, 1925, in Johnstone Renfrewshire, Scotland, to Robert and Mary Anderson Elliott. She graduated from Victoria Drive Secondary School and received her master’s degree in accounting from Glasgow University in 1948. […] — (Posted March 24, 2020)