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.

James Earl Evans Connersville, Ind. – James Earl Evans, age 79, of Connersville and Rushville, Indiana, died Tuesday, August 20, 2019, at Majestic Care of Connersville. If you have any information regarding James’ family, please call Doan & Mills Funeral Home at (765) 966-0596. — (Posted August 22, 2019)

Janet Louise Berry Janet Louise Berry, age 78, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, August 20, 2019, at Reid Health. Born November 29, 1940, in Henry County, Indiana, to Clyde Warren and Rosamond Janet Brooks Gray, Janet was a life-long resident of Wayne County, Indiana. She was a 1958 graduate of Hagerstown High School. Janet formerly worked as an […] — (Posted August 22, 2019)

William Richard “Billy” Heath Jr. William Richard “Billy” Heath Jr. passed away August 12, 2019, at the young age of 60. He was born August 28, 1958, in Richmond to William Richard and Edna Elizabeth Soper Heath Sr. He lived with his eldest sister LaWanna Duvall of Cambridge City and oldest nephew Shawn Duvall where he died. Both of his […] — (Posted August 22, 2019)

Lori J. Dupree Lori J. Dupree, age 48, passed away at Reid Health on August 6, 2019. She was born April 5, 1971, in Greenville, Ohio. Lori loved helping people, being outdoors, gardening and planting flowers. She also enjoyed being with family and friends. She is survived by two daughters: Koesha Sparks (Rodney) and Crystal Sparks; her mother: […] — (Posted August 22, 2019)

Ralph D. Loyd Jr. Ralph D. Loyd Jr., 93, of Spiceland, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born on September 20, 1925 in Rush County to the late Ralph D. and Minnie (McMichael) Loyd Sr. Ralph retired as a Trackman from the B&O Railroad in 1987. He was a Veteran of the U.S. […] — (Posted August 22, 2019)

Richard William Heath, Jr. William Richard “Billy” Heath Jr. passed way August 12, 2019 at the young age of 60. He was born August 28, 1958 in Richmond to William Richard and Edna Elizabeth Soper Heath Sr. He lived with his eldest sister LaWanna Duvall of Cambridge City and oldest nephew Shawn Duvall where he died. Both of his […] — (Posted August 21, 2019)

Hallie Maxine Thompson Revalee Hallie Maxine Thompson Revalee, 88, passed away Monday morning August 19, 2019, at Country Charm Senior Living Center in Greenwood, Indiana, after a long illness. She had previously lived in Greensburg, Indiana, for over fifty-five years. Maxine was the first child of Ray and Helen Cooper Thompson, born in Connersville on March 11,1931. Maxine spent […] — (Posted August 20, 2019)

Charles William “Bill” Miller II Charles William Miller II, 69, of Fountain City, passed away on Sunday evening, August 18, 2019 in Lynn following an automobile accident. Bill was born March 18, 1950 in Richmond to the late Charles William I and Martha Jane Miller. He was a member of the first graduating class of Northeastern High School in 1968 […] — (Posted August 20, 2019)

Lela Freed Pershing – Lela Freed, 94, of Pershing passed away at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville on August 7, 2019. A daughter of the late Otto and Helena Fern (Myers) Freed, Lela was born in Washington County, Indiana, on April 15, 1925. She had lived in Salem, Indiana, prior to moving to the Western Wayne community 69 […] — (Posted August 19, 2019)

Erma Gale “Gale” Smith Erma Gale Smith went home to be with the Lord on August 17, 2019. Gale was born April 7, 1956, in Rodney, Ohio, to Howard E. Farley Sr. and Eva J. Farley. She had been a Richmond resident since the age of 12, and married to her husband Johnny Ray Smith for 44 years; sharing […] — (Posted August 19, 2019)

Paul Ion Hartman Paul Ion Hartman, age 103, of Richmond, formerly of rural Greens Fork, died June 27, 2019. His memorial service will be held in the Community Room at Friends Fellowship Community on Saturday, August 24, at 2:00 pm. Born June 26, 1916 in Clarion County, PA, he was the oldest child of Andrew Fox Hartman and […] — (Posted August 18, 2019)

Amanda Sue Hall Amanda Sue Hall, 36, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on August 8, 2019. She was born February 1, 1982. Amanda enjoyed playing her guitar, camping and growing herbs. She went to Hagerstown schools through 6th grade, Richmond schools through middle school and High School in Ten Sleep, WY. She is survived by her daughter Trenity […] — (Posted August 18, 2019)

Charles E. Carter Charles E. Carter, of Franklin, Indiana, passed away on Thursday August 15th at the age of 91. He was born in Saugus, MA on December 14th, 1927, but the family soon moved to Missouri, where he spent his early years. His family moved back to Ipswich, MA in 1933, where they lived until 1938. They […] — (Posted August 18, 2019)

Ann E. Thompson Ann E. Thompson, age 74, of Richmond, IN passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2019 at the Heritage House in Richmond. She was born July 10, 1945 in Dayton, OH to the late Roy and Betty (Cole) McClellan. Ann was a 1963 graduate of Eaton High School. She was a waitress at the St. Clair […] — (Posted August 18, 2019)

Malcolm “Mac” Buroker Malcolm “Mac” Buroker, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana passed away Thursday (August 15, 2019) at The Springs. He was born on September 30, 1935, to Ralph and Mary D. Schneider Buroker in Richmond, Indiana. Mac married the love of his life, Margaret Faucett on June 12, 1955 and just celebrated 64 years of marriage. He […] — (Posted August 17, 2019)

Thomas A. Parks Thomas A. Parks, Ph.D., 86, Williamsport, Ohio, passed away on August 7, 2019, after a brief illness. He was born on Nov. 26, 1932, in Wayne County, Indiana, the son of Ora and Berniece (Dye) Parks. He was married to Marian Fegan on Sept. 7, 1957, who preceded him in death in 2013. He is […] — (Posted August 16, 2019)

Macel J. Sterwerf Macel J. Sterwerf, 82, of Williamsburg, passed away at Ogden Regional Medical Center in Washington Terrace, UT. Macel was born July 8, 1937 in Sneedville, TN to the late Willard and Leo Mildred (Givens) Hatfield. She graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1955. Macel attended Williamsburg Church of the Nazarene and was a member of […] — (Posted August 15, 2019)

Theodore Lee Evans Theodore Lee Evans was born and went to heaven on August 14, 2019. He was born to Christopher and Tabatha Evans in Richmond, Indiana. Besides his parents, he is survived by his sister: Trinity Evans and grandparents. There will be no public services. Send online condolences to the family via the guestbook at www.communityfamilyfh.com — (Posted August 15, 2019)

Jim Dees Jim Dees, 93, of Richmond, died August 13, 2019, in his home after a long illness. He was born June 7, 1926, in Livingston, Kentucky, to Ben and Pearl Ponder Dees and lived here most of his life. He worked at Richmond Glove Corporation and retired from Kemper Cabinets. He is survived by his partner […] — (Posted August 15, 2019)

Lois Ann Collins Lois Ann Collins, 82, died August 10, 2019 at Reid Connersville. Lois was born to Ben and Rosetta “Rose” Stephens Rader on June 15, 1937 in Cincinnati, Ohio and moved to Connersville in 1941. She attended Connersville High School where she met Irvin “Buddy” Collins. After 20 years of being apart, Buddy and Lois married […] — (Posted August 14, 2019)

Kenneth Riley Kenneth Riley of Richmond passed away at his residence on August 3, 2019. He was born November 18, 1941, to Francis and Vivian Riley in Muncie, Indiana. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his daughters. He leaves two daughters to cherish his memory: Dorothy Riley and Jennifer Masters. There will be no public services. […] — (Posted August 14, 2019)

Jack Allen Myers Jack Allen Myers, 77 years old and longtime resident of the Richmond area, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2019, at St. Vincent Heart Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on January 10, 1942 in Richmond, IN to Charles and Bettie Myers. Jack enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s sporting and theatre events, Richmond Red Devils baseball […] — (Posted August 14, 2019)

Carol Ann Chambers RICHMOND, Ind. – Carol Ann Chambers, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at Reid Health. Born May 28, 1949, in Oneida, Tennessee, to Joseph L. and Lula E. King Chambers, Carol moved to Richmond in 1955. She graduated from Richmond High School in 1967 and attended Ivy Tech Community College. Carol […] — (Posted August 14, 2019)

James “Jim” Russell Petersime James “Jim” Russell Petersime, 67, of Fountain City, passed away Monday, August 12, 2019 at his home. Jim was born October 6, 1951 in Greenville, OH to the late William and Barbara (Nealeigh) Petersime. He was a 1969 graduate of Greenville High School and went on to attend IU East in Richmond. He was also […] — (Posted August 13, 2019)

Cynthia Ann Kendall NEW PARIS, Ohio – Cynthia Ann Kendall, age 62, of New Paris, Ohio, went to be with the Lord Monday, August 12, 2019, at her home after a short battle with leukemia. Cynthia was born on March 2, 1957, in Richmond, Indiana, to Frank and Juanita M. Coleman Summers. She loved attending church and was […] — (Posted August 12, 2019)

Sarah Faye “Faye” Elsea RICHMOND, Ind. – Sarah Faye Elsea, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, August 11, 2019, at her home. Born December 8, 1941, in Woodbury, Tennessee, to David A. and Temple G. Fine Campbell, Faye lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of her life. She graduated from Williamsburg High School. Faye retired from Alcoa. Survivors […] — (Posted August 12, 2019)

Benjamin Franklin Homer Sr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Benjamin Franklin Homer Sr., age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, August 11, 2019, at his home. Born December 21, 1924, in Wichita, Kansas, to Edmund Elmo and Daisy Blanche Brandon Homer, Benjamin moved to Richmond in 1968. He was a teacher and lifelong member of the National Education Association. Benjamin belonged […] — (Posted August 12, 2019)

Andrea D. Butler FOUNTAIN CITY, Ind. – Andrea D. Butler, age 53, of Fountain City, Indiana, died Saturday, August 10, 2019, at Reid Health. Born June 25, 1966, in New York, to Frank Butler and Pamela Wiggins, Andrea was a life-long resident of Wayne County, Indiana. She formerly worked as an LPN at several area nursing homes and […] — (Posted August 12, 2019)

Kayla Reeve Kayla Reeve, age 31, passed away August 8, 2019, following a lengthy illness. She was born November 8, 1987, to Larry and Yolanda Reeve in Connersville, Indiana. Kayla has been a resident of Wayne County since 2000. She grew up in Connersville and had attended Connersville High School. Kayla was always positive despite what she […] — (Posted August 12, 2019)

Derrel H Swearingen Derrel H Swearingen, 94, of Cambridge City, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019, at Reid Health. He was born on December 17, 1924, in New Lisbon, IN to Herbert and Grace (Hoff) Swearingen and grew up in Henry and Wayne counties. He worked for many years at John Deere Implements in Cambridge City. Derrel […] — (Posted August 12, 2019)