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.
Carroll “Terry” Dye Carroll “Terry” Dye of Richmond, Indiana passed away surrounded by the family that he loves on January 17, 2025, at the age of 81. Terry View full obituary — (Posted January 19, 2025)
Jimmie Johnson Jr. CAMBRIDGE CITY- Jimmie Lee Johnson Jr., 56, passed away early Wednesday morning, January 15, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Jimmie was born at Fort Belvoir, Virginia on June 15, 1968.  Formerly of Lakeland, Florida, Jimmie and his wife Debbie had made their home in Wayne County, Indiana, since May of 2021. While in […] — (Posted January 18, 2025)
Joan M. Wohlfrom Joan M. (Schomaker) Wohlfrom, 88 of Camden, Ohio died Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at her residence. Joan was born on July 24, 1936, in Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Charles A. & Rose (Menke) Schomaker. She and her husband had lived in Englewood, Florida prior to moving to Preble County, Ohio […] — (Posted January 18, 2025)
Francis Eugene “Geno” Watson Francis Eugene “Geno” Watson Jr., 66, of Richmond passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Reid Health following a brief battle with cancer. He was born March 16, 1958 in Indianapolis to the late Francis Eugene Watson Sr. and Hazel Marie Crowder. Geno was a family man first and foremost and always loved being with […] — (Posted January 18, 2025)
Paul Hinebaugh LEWISVILLE – Paul R. Hinebaugh, 93, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening January 15, 2025. Paul was born on April 21st, 1931, in Wayne County, Indiana to Harry and Irene (Boughner) Hinebaugh. He lived in Cambridge City during his youth and was introduced to developing a work ethic at an early age. His father passed away […] — (Posted January 18, 2025)
Joe D. Campbell Joe D. Campbell, 90, of New Castle passed away Friday, January 17, 2025. He was born November 13, 1934 in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late Dallas and Pauline (Armstrong) Campbell. Joe was a 1954 graduate of Hagerstown High School and a Veteran of the U.S. Army. He was proud member of the Hagerstown American […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Pauline Marie Schroeder Pauline Marie Schroeder, 90, of Richmond died Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Arbor Trace after a short illness. She was born November 5, 1934, in View full obituary — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Thelma M. Arvin Thelma M. Arvin, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Reid Health. Born February 3, 1935, in Irvine, Kentucky, to Jesse Thomas and Allie Morris Arvin, Thelma lived most of her life in this community. She formerly worked as a nurse and also at Hill’s Roses. Thelma loved animals, enjoyed time […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Theresa “Teri” Elaine Ferguson Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Cathern Hennemann Cathern “Grandma Kate” Hennemann  Surrounded by her family, Cathern Hennemann, 104, of New Castle, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was born August 29, 1920 in Raysville, Indiana, a daughter ofthe late James Clayton and Bertha Florence Stephens. Cathern grew up in rural Knightstown where she attended Central School […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Teri Fischer Teri L. Fischer, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Miss Fischer was born in Connersville on February 12, 1954, to Wilma Abernathy Fischer and Carl L. Fischer. After graduating from Indiana University in Bloomington, Teri returned to Connersville to work in Supply Chain Management for Ford Motor Company. Later moving to Indianapolis, […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Sharon L. Heacox Sharon Louise Heacox, 78, of Richmond, died Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Forest Park Health Campus. She was born in New Castle on July 10, 1946 to Raymond and Irene (Duffey) Thalls. She lived most of her life in the Hagerstown area. She was a 1964 graduate of Hagerstown High School. She had worked as […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Jason Brown Jason Brown, age 53 of Brookville, Ohio, died on Thursday, January 16, 2025. Born on June 2, 1971 in Dayton, Ohio, son of Vernon & Nancy Lela (Walden) Brown.  He loved the outdoors and was a landscaper. Preceded by his mother, Nancy Lela Brown in 2021; brother, Vernon W. Brown in 2018; great nephew, Daniel […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Carolyn June Bishop Carolyn June Bishop, 77, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday night, January 15, 2025, at Hickory Creek of Connersville. A daughter of Virgil and Norma Martin Corya, Carolyn was born August 11, 1947, in Connersville and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1965. On May 15, 1981, Carolyn married Gary Bishop in Bakersfield, […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Mary Louise Bentley Mary Louise Bentley, 85, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, January 14, 2025, at Forest Park of Richmond. Born May 1, 1939, Mary was one of five children of Clyde and Elsie Scott Owens and was a graduate of Harrisburg High School with the class of 1957. On April 30, 1966, […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Mark Edward Beard Mark E. Beard, 69, of Connersville passed away at I.U. Health – Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. The youngest of three children of Robert “Bob” and Mary Louise Rogers Beard, Mark was born in Connersville on August 4, 1955. Mark, or Coach Beard, as he was called by many, graduated from Connersville […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Scott Edward Worley Scott Edward Worley, age 89, of Eaton, OH passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at his residence. He was born December 16, 1935 in Eaton to the late Walter Scott and Ruby E. (Bell) Worley. Scott was a graduate of Eaton High School; was a U.S. Navy Veteran; he was the owner and operator of […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Lorene S. Larrimore Lorene S. Larrimore, 92, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in New Castle, Indiana on January 15, 2025. She was born in Tateville, Kentucky on September 9, 1932, to Bertha D. (Cox) Stigall and John Thomas Stigall. Lorene was employed for many years at Western Electric Company in Indianapolis, Indiana. She enjoyed floral design […] — (Posted January 17, 2025)
Vicki Lynn Williams Vicki L. Williams, 70, of New Castle, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, surrounded by her daughters and grandchildren and loved ones in her home as she went into the arms of Jesus. She was born December 11, 1954, in Rushville to Thomas and Doris (Marine) Fletcher. A 1973 graduate of Chrysler High School, […] — (Posted January 16, 2025)
Katherine Ann Morris Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted January 16, 2025)
Ronald Kay Lowhorn It is with solemn hearts that we announce the passing of Ronald Kay Lowhorn. Ron departed from this world at Bethel Pointe Health & Rehabilitation Center in Muncie, Indiana on January 15, 2025 after a long battle with lung cancer. He was 83 years old. Ron was born in Albany, Kentucky on December 11, 1941. […] — (Posted January 16, 2025)
Joan Michaels Joan Michaels, age 79, passed away at Rosebud Village Nursing Home, January 14, 2025. She was born July 10, 1945, the daughter of Clyde and View full obituary — (Posted January 16, 2025)
Thelma Sue Bales RICHMOND, IN– Thelma Sue Bales, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Reid Health. Born December 6,1943, in Richmond, Indiana, to Gene and Louise Cohee Frame, Thelma lived most of her life in this community. She was a graduate of Centerville High School and worked in the school cafeteria. Thelma enjoyed […] — (Posted January 16, 2025)
Martha Jean Young RICHMOND, IN– Martha Jean Young, age 72, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Reid Health surrounded by family. Born January 4, 1953, to Harvey and Maggie White, Martha lived most of her life in this community. She graduated from Bisbee Arizona High School and married her husband, Stephen J. Young, on October 21, […] — (Posted January 16, 2025)
Cynthia J. Davis Cynthia J. “Cindy” Davis, 62, resident of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at CHP Hospice in Defiance, Ohio after an extended illness. She was born January 2, 1963 to the late Wilmer and Carol (Dale) Baldridge in Defiance, Ohio. Cindy graduated from Ayersville High School in the class of 1981. She also […] — (Posted January 16, 2025)
Esther Brown Esther Elnora (Lamb) Brown, 83, of Winchester, Indiana passed away January 13, 2025, following a battle with Parkinson’s. She was born March 6, 1941, in Randolph County, a daughter of Wilbur and Thelma (Manning) Lamb. A 1959 graduate of Union High School. She retired from Dana Corp. in Hagerstown in 1991. Esther and her husband […] — (Posted January 15, 2025)
Judy Gail May Judy Gail May, 67, of Springersville, passed away Tuesday morning, January 14 2025 at her home. One of seven children of Walter and Essie Bates, Judy was born in Fayette County, Indiana on September 15, 1957. On June 30, 1973, Judy married Denver May in Fayette County. Mr. May survives. For many years, Judy was […] — (Posted January 15, 2025)
Timothy Wilson Timothy Wilson, 65, of Lewisville passed away after an extended illness on Tuesday January 14, 2025, at Henry Community Health. He was Born on May 9, 1959, in New Castle to the late Ronald and Lynda (Baldock) Wilson.  Per Tim's wishes there will be no services.  — (Posted January 15, 2025)
Michelle Nicole Jones Michelle Nicole Jones, born on September 11, 1978, in Richmond, Indiana, passed away on January 8, 2025. Michelle was known for her love of cooking, View full obituary — (Posted January 15, 2025)
Logan Joann Miller Obituary pending… Services pending… View full obituary — (Posted January 15, 2025)