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.

Marcia Jeffers RICHMOND, Ind. – Marcia Jeffers, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, March 12, 2020, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born March 15, 1929, in Fountain City, Indiana, to Clarence Paul and Margaret Crowe Jenkins, Marcia lived in Wayne County, Indiana, all of her life. She was a retired registered nurse. Marcia was a member of […] — (Posted March 15, 2020)

Elvie Lakes HAGERSTOWN: Elvie Lakes, 83, of Hagerstown, died Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at his home. He was born in Jackson County, KY on November 23, 1936 to Ermon and Myrtle (Isaacs) Lakes. He had resided in the Hagerstown area for the past 48 years, moving here from Cincinnati. He was a retired employee of Chrysler Corporation […] — (Posted March 15, 2020)

Robert Eugene Harris GREENS FORK: Robert Eugene Harris, 84, of Greens Fork, died Friday, March 13, 2020, at The Springs of Richmond. He was born in Wayne County of May 4, 1935 to Allen and Ruth (Copenhaver) Harris and was a life long resident of the Greens Fork area. Bob served with the US Army, was a 4-H […] — (Posted March 15, 2020)

Ronald F. Coleman Ronald F. Coleman, Richmond, age 92, passed peacefully into the realms of God’s glory to meet his loving savior and to reunite with his wife Virginia on March 11, 2020. Ronald passed peacefully after a long battle with Alzheimer’s surrounded by loving family members, the Golden Rule staff and hospice staff. Ronald was born on […] — (Posted March 15, 2020)

Ralph Pitcher Ralph Pitcher, 77, of Cambridge City passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020. He was born on May 3, 1942, in Cambridge City to the late John Ralph Pitcher and Sadie Stewart Pitcher. On February 8, 1973, he married Joyce E. Fraley in Richmond. Ralph was an extremely hard working man. He lived a simple […] — (Posted March 13, 2020)

James Nathaniel Smiley CAMBRIDGE CITY- James Nathaniel Smiley, 73, passed away Monday evening March 9, 2020, at the home of his daughter in Connersville, Indiana. A son of the late John and Geneva (Sanders) Smiley, Jim was born in New Castle, Indiana on December 12, 1946. Jim grew up in the Straughn community and lived most of his […] — (Posted March 12, 2020)

Robert “Bob” Laverne Quick Robert “Bob” Laverne Quick, age 93, of Edgewood, Illinois passed away at 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Effingham, Illinois. Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2020, at Friedens United Church of Christ in Farina, Illinois. There will be a one-hour visitation prior […] — (Posted March 12, 2020)

Mary Swoveland Mary Swoveland, 89, of Losantville, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at her residence. She was born August 18, 1930 in Muncie, Indiana, a daughter of the late Walter A. and Savauda (McClurg) Rush. She worked at Windy Acres Doll Hospital and Museum for many years. Mary was past president of International Doll Makers Association, […] — (Posted March 12, 2020)

Mary Ann York Mary Ann York, 84, of Cambridge City passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at Ambassador Heath Care in Centerville. She was born on June 21, 1935, to Walter and Velma Baker Pullen and had lived most of her life in the area. She was a member of Galilean Baptist Church in Centerville and had […] — (Posted March 11, 2020)

Rev. Richard G. Martin II Rev. Richard G. Martin II, 71, passed away unexpectedly on Monday morning, March 9 at Arbor Trace in Richmond. He was born on July 17, 1948 in South Bend, Indiana to Richard and Isabell Gause Martin. Rev. Martin was a graduate of Christian Leadership Seminary, where he earned his PhD in Ministry. He was minister […] — (Posted March 11, 2020)

Terri Sue Davis Terri Sue Davis, 62, of Richmond died Sunday March 8, 2020, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis, after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was born May 11, 1957, in Richmond and lived here all her life. She worked as a bartender at the Wheel, Sheridan Pub, and Little Sheba’s. She was a member […] — (Posted March 10, 2020)

Robert Thomas “Bobby” Smith Robert Thomas “Bobby” Smith, 89, of Dublin, died at his home on Sunday, March 8, 2020. He was born in Richmond on October 20, 1930 to Howard and Ruth (Watt) Smith and lived most of his life in the Hagerstown area. He was a retired employee of Perfect Circle / Dana Corp. Bobby served with […] — (Posted March 10, 2020)

Brownlow Morgan Brownlow Morgan, 75, of Connersville passed away early Monday, March 9, 2020, at Reid Health, Connersville. One of eight children of Robert and Hazel Hensley Morgan, Brownlow was born in Hyden, Kentucky, on March 7, 1945. On July 6, 1964, he married the former Betty Farler in Jonesville, Virginia. Mrs. Morgan survives. For many years, […] — (Posted March 10, 2020)

Ronald P. “Ron” Vogelgesang Ronald P. “Ron” Vogelgesang, 80, of Cambridge City, passed away at Reid Health surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 9, 2020. He was born on September 14, 1939, in Richmond to Paul and Valeta (Rash) Vogelgesang. Ron was a graduate of Richmond High School and later served in the U.S. Navy. He had […] — (Posted March 9, 2020)

Laura Jean Bean BENTONVILLE- Laura Jean Bean, 53, passed away Saturday afternoon March 7, 2020 at I.U. Health- University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. A daughter of Walter and Judy (Simmermeyer) Nobbe, Laura was born in New Castle, Indiana on August 21, 1966. A lifelong resident of Fayette County, Laura was raised on the farm near Bentonville. She graduated […] — (Posted March 9, 2020)

Glenna L. Rhoades Glenna L. Rhoades, 93, of Lynn, IN passed away Thursday evening, March 5, 2020 at Randolph Nursing Home of Winchester, IN. She was born March 8, 1926 in Brown County, IN the daughter of Albertus Clyde and Emma Victoria (Watterson) Phenis. Glenna retired after 37 years as a Selector with Anchor Hocking Glass of Winchester, […] — (Posted March 9, 2020)

Janice Eileen Blount Janice Eileen Blount, 80, of Modoc, IN passed away Wednesday afternoon, March 4, 2020 at IU Health, Ball Memorial Hospital of Muncie, IN. She was born August 23, 1939 in Randolph County, IN the daughter of Russell and Ruth (Dennis) Golliher. In 1957, her class was the first to graduate in the new Union High […] — (Posted March 9, 2020)

Thomas R. Corwin Thomas R. Corwin, age 78, of Eaton, OH passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at the Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton. He was born May 13, 1941 in Dayton, OH to the late John and M. Louise (Butler) Corwin. He retired from the Dana Corporation in Richmond, IN after many years of employment. He […] — (Posted March 9, 2020)

Christina Marie (Wilson) Cox Christina Marie (Wilson) Cox, 82, of Crawfordsville slipped peacefully into the arms of Jesus in her home surrounded by her family to join her loving husband, Herbert Cox, in heaven on Thursday, March 5, 2020. She was born March 28, 1937, at Crawfordsville, to the late Homer and Leona Wilson. She is survived by her […] — (Posted March 9, 2020)

James Lewis “Jim” Frost RICHMOND, Ind. – James Lewis “Jim” Frost, age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, March 8, 2020, at his home. Born April 28, 1944, in Union County, Indiana, to Austin and John Ann Stevens Frost, Jim was a life-long resident of Union and Wayne County. He was a 1962 graduate of Liberty High School, but […] — (Posted March 9, 2020)

Vivian “Cookie” Annette Walker Vivian Annette Walker, 62 answered her call to be with the Lord on Friday March 6, 2020 after a long lengthy illness. Born to Martha F. Pope and Johnny A. Pope on December 14,1957, Cookie grew up most of her life in Richmond Indiana on the Northside of town and later became a Southsider. She […] — (Posted March 9, 2020)

Anna Mae Chappell Anna Mae Chappell May 19, 1927 – March 4, 2020 Arrangements pending at Community Family Funeral Home, Richmond — (Posted March 9, 2020)

Phyllis S. Holden RICHMOND, Ind. – Phyllis S. Holden, who led a varied career as a journalist, editor, public relations specialist, social worker, and homemaker, died at her home in Richmond, early Friday evening of respiratory illness. She was 76. Phyllis was born March 16, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of attorney Robert F. Schroader and mother, […] — (Posted March 7, 2020)

Crystal J. Jackson RICHMOND, Ind. – Crystal J. Jackson, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, March 5, 2020, at Reid Health. Born July 19, 1922, in Liberty, Indiana, to Luther L. and Gladys Paddock Rude, Crystal was a life-long resident of Union and Wayne County. She was a retired farmer. Crystal was also a gifted seamstress, who […] — (Posted March 6, 2020)

William Joseph “Bill” Ingalls PERSHING – William Joseph “Bill” Ingalls, 79, passed away at Greenfield Healthcare Center in Greenfield, Indiana, on Thursday morning March 5, 2020. A son of the late William Arthur and Martha (Mullen) Ingalls, Bill was born in Richmond, Indiana on June 22, 1940. He lived most of his life in the Pershing community and graduated […] — (Posted March 6, 2020)

James E. “Jim” Miller James E. “Jim” Miller, 87, of New Castle and formerly of Albany, Indiana, passed away Wednesday March 4, 2020. He was born November 14, 1932 in Henry County to the late Clessie and Edna (Stohler) Miller. Jim was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving during the Korean era. He was a member […] — (Posted March 6, 2020)

Mary Janet (Cramer) Lowary Mary Janet (Cramer) Lowary, 82, of Franklin, IN passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital surrounded by her family and friends. She was born April 29, 1937 in Cleveland, Ohio to Willis and Corinne (Bibler) Cramer. She married Lowell Roger Lowary on August 20, 1960 at Rocky River United […] — (Posted March 5, 2020)

Tonya Kay “Toni” Earlywine RICHMOND, Ind. – Tonya Kay “Toni” Earlywine, age 65, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at Forest Park Health Campus following a determined, year-long battle with breast cancer. Born November 9, 1954, in Richmond, Indiana, to Donald and Phyllis Freeman Stikeleather, Toni was a life-long resident of this community. She graduated from Richmond […] — (Posted March 5, 2020)

Sarah “Rose” Shaffer Sarah “Rose” Shaffer, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on Tuesday (February 25, 2020) at Reid Hospital. She was born on December 29, 1940 to Charles and Ethel Fortner in Wayne County Indiana. Rose was always smiling, she never complained about being sick or the curveballs life would throw at her. She was a […] — (Posted March 5, 2020)

Lucinda “Cindy” Henson Lucinda “Cindy” Henson, 61, of Richmond passed away March 3, 2020, at Reid Health. She was born February 23, 1959 in Indianapolis to Harold and Lucille McCoy Jones and lived in Richmond all of her life. She worked at a server at Richards, Frisch’s Big Boy, and Bob Evans. She is survived by her mother […] — (Posted March 5, 2020)