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.

Eric Nead On Wednesday, September 18, 2019, Eric Nead, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away at the age of 62. Eric was born on August 24, 1957 in Rushville, Indiana to Albert and Valetta (Clifford) Nead. He was a Lincoln High School graduate of the class of 1975. Eric spent over 40 years in the […] — (Posted September 22, 2019)

Dorothy Lorene Phillips Dorothy Lorene Phillips, 93, a lifelong Hagerstown resident, passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at Friends Fellowship Community, where she had resided for the past year. Dorothy was born in Hagerstown on April 1, 1926 to Arch and Helen (Miller) Knapp. In addition to her parents, she was […] — (Posted September 20, 2019)

Amy E. Ladd Amy E. Ladd, age 53, of Williamsburg, Indiana, lost her battle with cancer Thursday, September 19, 2019, at her home surrounded by her family. Amy was born January 16, 1966, in New Castle, Indiana, to James W. and Lois Laymon Ladd Sr. She was a native of Williamsburg, but appreciated the Central California ocean, beautiful […] — (Posted September 20, 2019)

Betty Jane (Rudisell) Scruggs Betty Jane (Rudisell) Scruggs, age 87, of Hagerstown, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. She was born in Cambridge City on January 3rd, 1932 to Oris and Rebecca Rudisell. She graduated from Lincoln High School. She often reminisced of times with her six sisters and meeting interesting people while working at […] — (Posted September 20, 2019)

Robert Eugene “Bob” Sharpe Robert Eugene “Bob” Sharpe, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, September 17, 2019, at Arbor Trace. Born July 25, 1932, in Richmond, Indiana, to Kenneth and Lillian Stowe Sharpe, Bob lived in Richmond most of his life. He graduated from Richmond High School and attended Community College of the Air Force. Bob joined the […] — (Posted September 19, 2019)

Dorothy Belle Leeson Dorothy Belle Leeson, 96, of Cambridge City passed away the evening of September 16th at Stonebrooke Nursing and Rehabilitation of New Castle. Born to the late James and Nellie (Michael) Lane, Dorothy was born on February 11, 1923 in Lewisville, Indiana. She graduated from Lewisville High School with the class of 1941 and later the […] — (Posted September 17, 2019)

Clyde Clinton Coon Clyde Clinton Coon, 78, of Economy, died Saturday, September 14, 2019 at Ambassador health Care, Centerville. He was born February 13, 1941 to William and Mini Coon. Survivors include 2 siblings, William Coon and Bertha Coon; 2 children, William Joseph Coon and Tamara Ann Coon; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, […] — (Posted September 17, 2019)

Martha L. Henderson Martha L. Henderson, 82, of Liberty passed away September 12, 2019, at Reid Health. She was born September 3, 1937, in Richmond to James and Helen Gee and lived in the Richmond area all her life. She retired from Earlham College where she worked in catering, and was a member of Kirk Little V.F.W. Post […] — (Posted September 13, 2019)

Marvin L. Brown Marvin L. Brown, age 84 of New Paris, OH died Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. Born on July 4, 1935 in New Castle, Henry County, Indiana, he was the son of the late Byron H. & Mary E. (Mikesell) Brown. Marvin was a 1953 Jefferson High School graduate and served […] — (Posted September 13, 2019)

Robert E. Mullins Robert E. Mullins, age 73, of Richmond, died Tuesday morning (September 10, 2019) at Reid Health. He was born in Richmond on September 30, 1945, to William and Hazel Mae Dill Mullins and had lived here all of his life. He was a retired 39-year employee of Dana Corporation. He enjoyed boating, spending time with […] — (Posted September 13, 2019)

Martin L. “Marty” Fries Martin L. “Marty” Fries, age 66, formerly of Richmond, died Monday morning (September 9, 2019) at HealthPark Care Center in Fort Myers, Florida. He was born in Connersville, Indiana on December 18, 1952 to Raymond and June Crouse Fries. He was a graduate of Connersville High School and moved to Richmond in 1976 where he […] — (Posted September 13, 2019)

Charles H. Theobald IV FORTVILLE – Charles H. Theobald IV, age 45, of Fortville, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2019. He was born in Richmond on August 15, 1974, to Charles H. Theobald III and Susan Cotter. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1992. He served in the U.S. Marines from January 24, 1994 through January 23, […] — (Posted September 12, 2019)

Sharika L. Taylor Sharika L. Taylor September 9, 1976 – September 11, 2019 Arrangements are pending from Community Family Funeral Home, Richmond — (Posted September 12, 2019)

Justin Alexander Agnew Justin Alexander Agnew was born November 17, 1985, to Lee Agnew Jr. and Joyce Brinkley. Justin passed away September 9, 2019. Although Justin struggled with his demons, he had a heart of gold. Justin loved spending time with his family, especially his daughters, playing cards, and listening to music. He most recently had a job […] — (Posted September 12, 2019)

David “Doc” Richard Holwager, DDS David “Doc” Richard Holwager, DDS, passed away Friday, September 6th at the age of 65. David was born October 26, 1953, in Marion County, Indiana, to Joe and Jean (Jontz) Holwager. He graduated from Indiana University in 1976 and went on to graduate, with honors, from the IU School of Dentistry in 1982. David then […] — (Posted September 11, 2019)

Phyllis J. McQueen Phyllis J. McQueen, 84, went to her Heavenly home, while a patient at Caroleton Healthcare Center in Connersville, Indiana, on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. She was born on June 12, 1935 in Connersville, Indiana, to William McKinley and Gertrude L. Vest Templeton – both of who preceded her in death. She married Vernon McQueen on […] — (Posted September 11, 2019)

Linda Sue Holmes Linda Sue Holmes, 75, of Richmond passed away September 10, 2019, at Golden Living Center – Golden Rule. She was born December 11, 1943, in Booneville, Kentucky to Tom and Lucy Dean Halcomb and lived in Centerville most of her life. Linda was a hard worker raising two children as a single mother. She worked […] — (Posted September 11, 2019)

Faye K. Monroe Faye K. Monroe, 83, of Winchester, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2019, at Reid Hospital in Richmond. She was born on August 8, 1936, in Fountain City, IN, to Jack and Frances (Johnson) Ballard. Faye attended Lynn High School. She was a nursing aide at the Randolph County Hospital. She was a past Brownie […] — (Posted September 11, 2019)

George H. Grieswell II George H. Grieswell II October 28, 1933 – September 6, 2019 Joined his loving wife Martha Friday, September 6, 2019 at the age of 85. Patriarch of 5 generations. Loving dad of Kathy (the late Jeff) Lieber, Lisa (Jim) Burkman, Melinda (Mark) Schmidbauer and Amy (Don) Marks. Proud grandpa of 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and […] — (Posted September 11, 2019)

Christopher V. Parker Christopher V. Parker, 52, of Richmond passed away September 6, 2019, in his home. He was born October 21, 1966, in Indianapolis to Larry Vastine and Dolores Fix and had lived in California before moving to Richmond several years ago. Christopher was extremely involved in animal rescue and the care of abused/orphaned animals. He is […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Larry Dean Clark Larry Dean Clark, 84, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away peacefully Friday evening, September 6, 2019, at his residence. One of three children of Charles Marion and Ruth Simpson Clark, Larry was born on February 2, 1935, and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1953. Larry served his country in the […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Carol Rae Sharp Carol Rae Sharp, 81, formerly of Richmond, IN, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2019 in Fishers, IN. She was born January 15, 1938, to the late Ray and Hazel (Eldridge) Hess. Carol was a retired case manager for the Wayne County Welfare Department and also retired from Meijer in Richmond. Carol is survived by her […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Gerry Grap CAMBRIDGE CITY- Gerry Grap, 93, passed away Thursday afternoon September 5, 2019 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. A son of the late Delbert and Hattie Grap, Gerhardt Walter Augustov Grap was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on September 1, 1926. Gerry was a graduate of Connersville High School and attended two years of college. Gerry […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Joshua David “Josh” Hutzell Joshua David “Josh” Hutzell, 32, of Fountain City, passed away on Saturday, September 7. Josh was born in Wayne County, Indiana on May 27, 1987. He attended Randolph Southern High School. He formerly worked as a technician at GTI in Greenville, Ohio and most recently worked in construction. He enjoyed fishing, coon hunting and playing […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Connie A. Sawyer Sawyer, Connie A., 62, of Richmond, died Sept. 8. Arrangements: Community Family Funeral Home, Richmond — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Jessie James Blevins Jessie James Blevins, 48, was called home by his heavenly father on Saturday, September 6, 2019. Like the warrior he was Jessie fought pancreatic cancer for the last year with courage, strength, and a strong faith, never giving up and remaining strong until his last breath. He was in the home he loved surrounded by […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Betty Jane Emmons RICHMOND, Ind. – Betty Jane Emmons, age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, September 9, 2019, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born April 7, 1924, in Webster, Indiana, to Orville and Hazel Hinshaw Jennings, Jane lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of her life. She retired from Huffy Lawn Mower and D&M Manufacturing. Jane was […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Maurice E. Stolle Maurice E. Stolle, age 87, of Richmond died on Monday (September 9, 2019) at his home surrounded by family. He was born in Richmond on October 7, 1931, to Joseph Stolle Jr. and Viola Sittloh Stolle. Maurice worked at Richmond Gear until it closed in 1986 with 36 years of accredited service and was inspection […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Donald Joe “Joe” Devers II Donald Joe Devers II, 44, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on Thursday September 5, 2019. He was born September 10, 1974, at the Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, Virginia. He worked as a Journeyman Carpenter in Clinton, Indiana, and prior to that he was a “Devil Dog” of the United States Marine Corps. Joe is […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)

Martha A. Shepherd Martha A. Shepherd, age 66, of Williamsburg, Indiana, passed away on Sunday (September 8, 2019) at Reid Hospital. Martha was born on May 23, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, to Henderson and Addie Anderson Holt. She was a lifetime member of the Oak Park Pentecostals. Martha worked for many years as a clerk at the welfare […] — (Posted September 10, 2019)