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.
Elizabeth J. Baker
Elizabeth J. (Liz) Baker of New Castle, was restored to her full glory on the morning of December 18, 2024 at home, after an extended battle with cancer which she fought with the heart of a lion. Born July 8, 1942 in Greenwood IN to Howard & Edith Peters, she is survived by her spouse […] — (Posted December 23, 2024)
Steven A. Rhodes
Steven A. Rhodes, 64, a resident of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024 at his home. He was born March 20, 1960 in New Castle to Ira W. Rhodes of New Castle and the late Lenora M. (Thompson) Rhodes. Steve had been employed at Grede Corp. in New Castle for several years. He […] — (Posted December 22, 2024)
Kenneth Eugene “Kenny” Stockton
Kenneth Eugene “Kenny” Stockton, 68, a resident of Cambridge City passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 20, 2024 at his ranch while doing what he loved. He was born October 1, 1956 in New Castle. Kenny retired from the city of New Castle where he was superintendent of the Waterworks Dept. He had also owned […] — (Posted December 21, 2024)
Duane G. Knost
Duane G. Knost, 76, of New Castle, entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on Monday, December 16, 2024. He was born in New Castle on March 19, 1948 and was a lifelong New Castle resident. Duane was a 1966 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School. He had been employed at Modernfold and retired […] — (Posted December 21, 2024)
Anthony R.C. Jones
Anthony R.C. Jones, age 37, of Eaton, OH, and formerly of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024. He was born on April 19, 1987, in Indianapolis, he was the beloved son of Randall and Rebecca Jones, and loving brother to Emery Jones. Anthony lived in the Indianapolis area most of his life, […] — (Posted December 20, 2024)
Robert “Lucky Bob” Tompkins
Robert “Lucky Bob” Tompkins, 73, of Liberty, passed away on December 16, 2024. Bob was born on January 22, 1951, and is one of six View full obituary — (Posted December 20, 2024)
Danny J. Floyd
Danny J. Floyd passed away December 19th, 2024, at Reid Health. He was born December 17th, 1963, in Connersville, Indiana, to Nathaniel and Shera Floyd. View full obituary — (Posted December 20, 2024)
David D. Cole
David D. Cole, 75, of Muncie, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, December 13, 2024, at his home in Muncie. He was born July 17, 1949, in Muncie, a son of the late Arlon and Thelma (Phipps) Cole. He leaves to cherish his memory, sisters, Norma Neukam of Muncie, Arlene Schoonover of Richmond, Linda Gibson of Muncie, […] — (Posted December 20, 2024)
George J. Simpson
George J. Simpson, age 84, of Richmond, IN and formerly of Centerville, OH passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Friends Fellowship Community in Richmond, IN. He was born June 5, 1940 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Paul F. and Johnetta (Holston) Simpson. George was a member of Campbellstown United Church of Christ; he […] — (Posted December 19, 2024)
Donna Marie Ulrich
Donna Marie Ulrich, age 80, of Lewisburg, OH passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at her residence with her loving daughter and son by her side. She was born Wednesday, November 22, 1944 in Dayton, OH to the late George Donald Sr. and Mary Ellen (Rockey) Ulrich. She is our cherished friend and Mother, […] — (Posted December 19, 2024)
Michael “Mike” Lee Johnson
Michael “Mike” Lee Johnson, 69, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Stonebrook Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. Born on June 13, 1955, in New Castle, he was the son of the late Willard and Nadine (Tuggle) Johnson. A lifelong resident of New Castle, Mike spent many years as a used car salesman, working […] — (Posted December 19, 2024)
Kandise Alley
Kandise Rene Alley, 31 of Connersville passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. She was born in Elkton, Maryland to Joseph G. Alley Sr. and View full obituary — (Posted December 19, 2024)
Carlos Toler
Carlos Toler, 89, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, December 18, 2024 with his family by his side at his home in Falmouth. One of ten children to Raleigh and Della J. Bowman Toler, Carlos was born July 27, 1935, in Lee County, Kentucky and was the first of his brothers and sisters to earn […] — (Posted December 19, 2024)
Nora Jean Cregar
Nora Cregar, 71 of Connersville passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. She was born on February 10, 1953, in Connersville to Devine Robinson and View full obituary — (Posted December 19, 2024)
David A Naudascher
David A. Naudascher, age 79, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. He was born February 11, 1945 in Middletown, OH to the late Charles and Isabel (Schartle) Naudascher. David was a U.S. Army Veteran; loved woodworking; was a true handyman and could repair about […] — (Posted December 19, 2024)
William Lee “Bill” Davis
William Lee “Bill” Davis, age 76, of Richmond died suddenly at his home on Monday, December 16, 2024. He was born October 10, 1948, in View full obituary — (Posted December 19, 2024)
Gulen K. Islamovsky
Gulen K. Islamovsky, age 60, of Eaton, OH passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at the Kettering Health Preble Emergency Center in Eaton. She was born November 21, 1964 in Sogle, Macedonia. Gulen was the owner of the 230 Club in Eaton, OH for many years. She enjoyed taking long drives and sunsets, […] — (Posted December 18, 2024)
Connie Louise Hazeltine
CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Connie Louise Hazeltine, age 91, of Bloomington, Indiana, and formerly of Centerville, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Bloomington Hospice House. Born October 19, 1933, in Mount Olivet, Kentucky, to Curt and Marie Mann Hedges, Connie lived in the Centerville area from 1968 until […] — (Posted December 18, 2024)
Mark Edward Jacob
Obituary pending.. There will be a graveside service Saturday, December 21st, 2024, beginning at 10 a.m. at St. Marys Cemetery. Send online condolences to the View full obituary — (Posted December 18, 2024)
Brett J. Beare
Brett J. Beare, age 54, of Eaton, OH passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 16, 2024 at the Kettering Health Preble Center in Eaton. He was born August 20, 1970 in Dayton, OH. Brett was a 1988 graduate of Eaton High School. He worked as a Structural Designer at Lewisburg Container for over 30 years. […] — (Posted December 17, 2024)
Kenneth Burris
Kenneth (Kenny) Burris of New Castle was surrounded by loved ones as he took his last breath on earth Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Kenny was born on June 26, 1947 to Lilburn and Marie (West) Burris. He proudly served in the Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. He worked for several factories and retired from […] — (Posted December 17, 2024)
Jessica Danielle Anderson
Jessica Danielle Anderson 42 of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2024. She was born February 27, 1982, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee to Rex View full obituary — (Posted December 17, 2024)
Robert D. Clark
Robert Dean Clark, 76, of Hagerstown, died Saturday, December 14, 2024 at Brickyard Health Care, Richmond. He was born in New Castle on February 23, 1948 to Ellis and Flora (Shigley) Clark and lived most of his life in Wayne county. Bob was a member of New Testament Church of Christ, where he served as […] — (Posted December 17, 2024)
Loren D. Miller
Loren D. Miller, 88, of Greens Fork, Indiana, passed away at his residence on Saturday, December 14, 2024. He was born on February 16, 1936, in Jefferson City, Missouri, the son of Ottie and Gilbert Miller. Loren grew up in Wayne County and graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1954. The day after graduation, he […] — (Posted December 17, 2024)
Cathy Stamback
Cathy (Lewis) Stamback,72, peacefully joined her beloved husband, Mark Stamback, in heaven on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Her family finds comfort knowing she is now reunited with her soulmate, and that their love story continues in the eternal embrace of the afterlife. She was born on May 8, 1952, in New Castle, to Marvin and […] — (Posted December 17, 2024)
Thomas Everett Washburn
Thomas Everett Washburn passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024 surrounded by family at his home in Liberty, MO. Tom was born on April 26, 1961 in Indianapolis, Indiana to William and Bette Washburn. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1979. Tom was active at First Presbyterian Church in Richmond, IN, where he served […] — (Posted December 17, 2024)
