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.

Rev. Max E. Knight Max E. Knight, well-known author, pastor and retired newspaper writer, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 6, 2019, at Ambassador Healthcare, Centerville, Indiana. He married Mazella Wright Knight on Christmas Eve 1945 by Rev. Gordon Bell in Fountain City, IN. The Knights first lived south of Lynn, IN and were members of Hopewell United Methodist Church […] — (Posted August 7, 2019)

Reed Cheesman Muncie – Reed Cheesman passed away Sunday, August 4, 2019 at University Hospital in Indianapolis surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 17, 1928, in Randolph County, Indiana, the eighth child of Hugh Harlan & Abigail Francis (Sharp) Cheesman. Reed spent his early years on farms in Randolph County and graduated from […] — (Posted August 7, 2019)

Glenna Fay (Ellis) Klingel Glenna Fay (Ellis) Klingel, 82, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday night, August 3, 2019. She was born on April 9, 1937, in Hill Top, Kentucky, to John Vander Ellis and Zora (Flynn) Ellis. Glenna was a graduate of Union High School (Modoc), class of 1955. Glenna was a […] — (Posted August 6, 2019)

Marian Sue “Sue” Wehrley Marian Sue Wehrley passed away at her residence surrounded by her loving family on August 4, 2019. She was born November 27, 1957, to Pete and Julia Wehrley in Richmond, Indiana. Sue loved to watch television and loved being with her grandchildren. She was loved and will be missed by everyone who knew her. She […] — (Posted August 6, 2019)

Marta Jayne (Davis) Webster Marta Jayne (Davis) Webster, 67, of Sahuarita, Arizona, passed away suddenly on July 14, 2019, after battling multiple health problems. Born in Greens Fork, Indiana, she graduated from Hagerstown High School and attended Purdue University. After receiving her Radiology Technologist Certification from the University of Virginia, she worked as a Radiation Therapist and Dosimetrist in […] — (Posted August 4, 2019)

Jean-Pierre S. Leitner RICHMOND, Ind. – Jean-Pierre S. Leitner, age 71, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, August 1, 2019, at The Springs of Richmond. Born March 10, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to Byron E. and Andreé Cammas Leitner, Jean-Pierre was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a 1966 graduate of Richmond High School and attended IU East. […] — (Posted August 3, 2019)

Martha Bevins Pentecost Blevins RICHMOND, Ind. – Martha Bevins Pentecost Blevins, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Friday, August 2, 2019, in the Cottage at Rosebud Village. Born September 9, 1929, in New Paris, Ohio, to Charles and Gladys Perrin Bevins, Martha lived in Wayne County, Indiana, most of her life. She was […] — (Posted August 2, 2019)

Don Arlen Coulter Don Arlen Coulter, 84, Kokomo, passed away at 8:11 pm Sunday July 28, 2019, at Waterford Place Health Campus in Kokomo. He was born October 9, 1934, in Richmond, the son of the late Chester & Freda (Grant) Coulter. On December 27, 1953, in Richmond, he married Dorothy Joann “Jody” Defibaugh, who preceded him in […] — (Posted August 2, 2019)

Jill Shinn Kingsbury Jill Shinn Kingsbury, 59, formerly of Fountain City, passed away on Wednesday, July 24. She was born on July 13, 1960 in Richmond, Indiana to Gene D. & Mary Evelyn Noe Shinn. She graduated from Northeastern High School in 1978. Jill formerly co-owned & operated Safeway Taxi in Richmond. She loved her family, enjoyed camping […] — (Posted August 1, 2019)

Jean Ann Mercurio Reding Jean Ann Mercurio Reding passed away July 29th, 2019. Jean was born to Salvador and Thelma Leslie Mercurio in Richmond, Indiana. She attended Indiana Business College and after beginning her career in Richmond, moved to Saigon, Vietnam, to work for the Foreign Service Branch of the U.S. State Department. Jean then moved to Berlin, Germany, […] — (Posted August 1, 2019)

Greg E. Sawyer Greg E. Sawyer, 69, died Sunday evening, July 28, 2019, at Hancock Regional Hospital following complications of a broken hip. Greg was born April 5, 1950, in Urbana, Ohio. Greg mostly grew up in Lynn and Spartanburg, IN and graduated in 1968 from Randolph Southern High School. He lived most of his adult life in […] — (Posted August 1, 2019)

William C. Burris CENTERVILLE, Ind. – William C. Burris, age 83, of Centerville, Indiana, died Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Reid Health. Born May 11, 1936, in Richmond, Indiana, to Claude and Helen Burris, Bill was a lifelong resident of Centerville. He graduated from Centerville High School in 1954, where he was a four-year starter on the Centerville […] — (Posted August 1, 2019)

Carol Cox Carol Cox, age 82, of Richmond, died on Saturday (July 27, 2019) at home with family. She was born in Henry County to Charles and Muriel Chestnut Morrison. She lived here in Richmond all her life. Surviors include daughter Dayna (Donnie) Cox Richard; son Joe (Terri) Cox; grandchildren Nicki (Mark) Hoffman, Loree (Matt) Cooper, Dylan […] — (Posted August 1, 2019)

Barbara O. DeWeese Barbara O. DeWeese, 86, of Indianapolis, died suddenly Saturday evening, July 27, 2019, of a pulmonary embolism. Barb grew up in Hagerstown, IN, the only daughter of three children born to the late Anna C (Gardner) and Edwin V. O’Neel. She is survived by her brother Robert V. O’Neel and wife Marian of Maryland, his […] — (Posted July 31, 2019)

Therrun Chase Driskill Therrun Chase Driskill, 36 of Modoc, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. He was born on June 20, 1983, in Muncie, Indiana, to Ricky and Vylinda (Fair) Driskill. Therrun was a 2001 graduate of Union High School. Therrun enjoyed watching Colts football, repairing appliances, and spending time with his family. Most of […] — (Posted July 31, 2019)

Robert E. (Bob) McVey Robert E. (Bob) McVey, age 60, of Richmond, Indiana went to be with the Lord on Sunday (July 28, 2019). Bob was born on June 20, 1959 to Elige and Sarah McDaniel McVey. He was an avid football fan and a diehard Arizona Cardinals fan. Bob enjoyed cooking, listening to music and spending time with […] — (Posted July 31, 2019)

Lisa Renee Abram Lisa Renee Abram was born December 7, 1970, in Muncie, Indiana. She is the daughter of Renzie and the late Lois Abram. Lisa attended Burris Laboratory School from Kindergarten to 12th grade. After graduating from Burris, Lisa attended Indiana Wesleyan University. While there, she completed her Baccalaureate Degree and Master’s Degree, graduating with honors. In […] — (Posted July 31, 2019)

Ruth V. Dunlap RICHMOND, Ind. – Ruth V. Dunlap, age 96, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, July 29, 2019, at Reid Health. Born January 22, 1923, in Richmond, Indiana, to John and Corrine McLear Graf, Ruth was a life-long resident of this community. She was a 1941 graduate of Richmond High School. Ruth was a member of St. […] — (Posted July 31, 2019)

Edward Collins Edward Collins, age 76, passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family on July 27, 2019. He was born March 29, 1943, to Gracie Gibson and George Collins in Richmond, Indiana. Ed loved playing Bingo and listening and singing to music. He also loved being with his family especially his children and grandchildren. […] — (Posted July 30, 2019)

Scot A. Weisheit Scot A. Weisheit, 52, formerly of New Castle passed away Friday, July 26, 2019, at Bethel Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born December 17, 1966, in New Castle to Ben and Sharon (Selvy) Weisheit. Growing up with spina bifida, Scot didn’t allow that to slow him down. He was a 1987 graduate of […] — (Posted July 30, 2019)

Mary Hoober Mary Hoober, 87, of Lynn, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2019. She was born on July 12, 1932 in Winchester, Indiana to Noble Gale and Elsie Leaver Fraze, both of whom preceded her in death. She married Gordon Hoober on November 29, 1953. They were blessed with two daughters and 60 years of marriage […] — (Posted July 29, 2019)

Blanche E. Fitzgibbons RICHMOND, Ind. – Blanche E. Fitzgibbons, age 91, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, July 29, 2019, at her home. Born September 24, 1927, in Richmond, Indiana, to Louis Emmett and Mabel Belle Shockey DeArmond, Blanche lived in Richmond and the surrounding areas all her life. She was a 1945 graduate of New Madison High School […] — (Posted July 29, 2019)

Martha Louise Sigmon Martha Louise Sigmon, 91, of Richmond, died unexpectedly July 27, 2019, at Reid Health. She was born May 20, 1928, in Union County to John and Marie Gulley Frech and lived here most of her life. Martha formerly worked at Berman’s Drug Store, and was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church. Survivors include three […] — (Posted July 29, 2019)

Robert Anthony “Tony” Ross Robert Anthony “Tony” Ross, 50, of Richmond, IN, entered into eternity on Sunday, July 14, 2019. Born March 29, 1969, in Columbus, OH he was the son of Jerry Ross and Faith Karen (Foust) Ross. He was a 1987 graduate of Harbor Creek High School in Battle Creek, Michigan. He earned an Associate of Arts […] — (Posted July 28, 2019)

Emma Lou Braun Emma Lou Braun, 94, of Richmond died July 24, 2019, at Brookdale Senior Living Center after 20 years from Alzheimer’s disease. She was born April 22, 1925, in Richmond to Franklin Charles and Ganell Frantz Hebbeler and lived here all her life. She was a homemaker and retired from Belden Corporation. She was a member […] — (Posted July 27, 2019)

Caleb E. Sams RICHMOND, Ind. – Caleb E. Sams, age 25, of Richmond, Indiana, died unexpectedly Friday, July 26, 2019, at his home. Born August 3, 1993, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Mark and Kim Miller Sams, Caleb was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a member of Living Faith Church of God. Caleb loved making people laugh. […] — (Posted July 27, 2019)

Devin Michael Rheinhardt Devin Michael Rheinhardt, age 27, passed away Sunday (July 21, 2019) unexpectedly. He was born on June 14, 1992, to Stevie M. Rheinhardt and April Capps. Devin was a bright and talented young man with outstanding potential. He graduated from Richmond High School in 2010. Devin was a man of many trades, always working on […] — (Posted July 27, 2019)

Beverly Klein Beverly Klein, age 72, passed away at her residence surrounded by her loving family on July 25, 2019. She was born June 25, 1947, to Howard and Marjorie Steele in Richmond, Indiana. Beverly had lived in Wayne County all of her life. She loved to play pool, do paint by numbers, draw and color. She […] — (Posted July 26, 2019)

David Freshwater David Freshwater, age 57, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away at Reid Health on July 17, 2019. He was born November 7, 1961. We are in search of his next of kin. Please call Community Family Funeral Home, 765-983-2040. — (Posted July 26, 2019)

Leonard Lee Cutshall Leonard Lee Cutshall, age 61, passed away at Reid Health on July 12, 2019. He was born July 27, 1957, to Dempsey and Grace Cutshall in Troy, Ohio. There will be no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. — (Posted July 26, 2019)