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 Baumgartner NEW CASTLE- James Baumgartner, 74, passed away Thursday afternoon May 2nd, 2019 at Addison Place in New Castle, Indiana. Jim was born June 9th, 1944 in Henry County, north of New Castle, Indiana to the late Earl Joe and Avis Marie (Rogers) Baumgartner. James was raised in the New Lisbon area, where he graduated from […] — (Posted May 13, 2019)

Hershel D. Ankrom, Jr. Hershel D. Ankrom, Jr., was born in New Castle, Indiana, on October 28, 1928. He passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019, at the Indiana Veterans’ Home in West Lafayette. Ankrom was the son of Hershel D. Ankrom and Minnie May Fraizer Ankrom, both of whom were educators and engaged in farming. He had one […] — (Posted May 13, 2019)

Daniel J. Phillips Daniel J. Phillips, 92, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, after an extensive battle with multiple health problems. Dan was born at home, in Arba, Indiana, on October 6, 1926, to the late Leonard Curtis and Carrie (Schneck) Phillips. In addition to his parents, Dan was preceded […] — (Posted May 13, 2019)

Helen (Steele) Clark Helen (Steele) Clark, age 93, of Richmond, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, following an extended illness. Helen was born March 7, 1926 to Roy and Isa Steele. Helen is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Doris Kress, and brothers, Robert, Ralph, Earl, Carl, and Howard. She is survived by her nieces and […] — (Posted May 13, 2019)

Charles Edward Conley Charles Edward Conley, 80, of Richmond died at his home in the comfort of his family. He was born November 21, 1938, in Carlisle, Kentucky to Walter and Wanda Barker Conley, raised in Arba he lived in Richmond most of his life. He retired from Johns-Manville Corporation as head of the Maintenance Department. He was […] — (Posted May 12, 2019)

George Allen Smith George Allen Smith, age 72, of Richmond passed away on Wednesday (May 8, 2019) at Reid Hospital. George was born on August 28, 1946, to John and Frances Jett Smith in Muncie, Indiana. On May 9, 1970, George married the love of his life, Linda Stolle, at St. Andrew Catholic Church. George was a veteran […] — (Posted May 12, 2019)

Edith Pearl Greene Miller Devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-great grandmother Edith Pearl Greene Miller, age 89 of Fountain City, Indiana, passed away at Rosebud Village in Richmond, Indiana, on May 9, 2019. Edith suffered from Alzheimer’s disease for the last few years and passed from complications. She was born July 1, 1929 in Friendsville, Tennessee. Edith worked at […] — (Posted May 12, 2019)

Donald J. “Jerry” Fisher Donald J. “Jerry” Fisher, 84, a lifelong Losantville resident, died Sunday, May 5, 2019 at The Waters of New Castle. In accordance with Jerry’s wishes, there will be no public services. Arrangements were announced by Culberson Funeral Home, Hagerstown. — (Posted May 12, 2019)

Richard Sharpe “Dick” Ryder LINCOLN, Neb. – Richard Sharpe “Dick” Ryder, age 95, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, April 19, 2019, at Clark Jeary Assisted Living in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dick was born on December 24, 1923, in Mansfield, Ohio, to Rex Joseph and Katherine Sharpe Ryder. He was a 1942 graduate of Parkersburg High School in West Virginia […] — (Posted May 12, 2019)

Condy R. L. Crabtree Condy R. L. Crabtree, 56, of Richmond passed away early Monday morning, May 6, 2019, at Forest Park Health Campus, Richmond. One of five children of Condy R.L., Sr. and Ventrice Harrison Crabtree, Condy was born on July 17, 1962. A graduate of Connersville High School, Condy was employed at Custom Extrusion for twelve years. […] — (Posted May 8, 2019)

Herman Charles Bennett God has written an exquisite story for his servant Herman Charles Bennett. He was born to the late Joseph and Hellene Bennett in Richmond, Indiana on September 24, 1957. He departed from his earthly journey on April 30, 2019, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He led a strong and independent life despite his blindness. Herman preferred to […] — (Posted May 8, 2019)

Joe Keith Joe Keith, 60, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2019. He was born February 3, 1959 in Leonardtown, Maryland, to the late Jim and Jane (Hance) Keith. He grew up in Millville, IN and was a 1977 graduate of Hagerstown High School, where he played basketball. Joe shared his love of horses with […] — (Posted May 8, 2019)

Ernest Donald “Ernie” Cooper RICHMOND, Ind. – Ernest Donald “Ernie” Cooper, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 4, 2019, at his home. Born January 28, 1934, in Rushville, Indiana, to Albert and Laura Richey Cooper, Ernie lived in Wayne County most of his life. He served in the United States Marine Corps. […] — (Posted May 8, 2019)

Rosella Van Winkle Rosella Van Winkle, 73, of Richmond, passed away Monday, May 6 at Reid Health. Rosella was born on September 9, 1945 in Mount Vernon, Kentucky to Benny and Dorothy McCracken Rowland. She married Arnold Van Winkle 53 years ago on March 15, 1966. Rosella was a beautician and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking for her family […] — (Posted May 7, 2019)

Jack Lee Lasley Jack Lee Lasley, 78, of Richmond died in his home May 5, 2019, after a long illness. He was born December 24, 1940, in Winchester to Glen David and Mary Esther Davis Lasley and lived here most of his life. He was a welder at York Casket. He was a member of the National Rifle […] — (Posted May 7, 2019)

Catherine N. Webb Catherine N. Webb, 95, of Cambridge City, passed away Monday May 6, 2019, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. She was born on July 1, 1923, in Hamilton, Ohio to Adolph and Catherine (Jerdon) Reiff. In 1959, the Webb family moved to Cambridge City and she lived the rest of her life in this area. Catherine […] — (Posted May 7, 2019)

Paul Edward Harvey Paul Edward Harvey, age 50, passed away unexpectedly on April 29, 2019, at his home in Canton, Georgia. Paul was born on February 20, 1969, in New Castle, Indiana, to Ron Harvey and Mary Hamm Conley. In addition to his parents, Paul is survived by his dearly beloved Kimberly Hardage of Canton, GA; sisters Sherry […] — (Posted May 7, 2019)

Nancy E. Roddy Nancy E. Roddy, 95, of Richmond went home to be with the Lord May 3, 2019, at Forest Park Health Campus. She was born August 20, 1923, in Rock Castle County, Kentucky, to Melvin L. and Rachel Creech Jennings and lived here most of her life. Nancy retired from Cox’s markets after working 18 years […] — (Posted May 6, 2019)

Wendy Joelle (Poynter) Brod Wendy Joelle (Poynter) Brod, age 45, passed away on April 1, 2019, while surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was born on January 12, 1974, to Michael Poynter and Sherry (Rengers) Poynter. Wendy fought a good fight and every time something came up, she would always smile, not be angry, and continue to […] — (Posted May 6, 2019)

Shirley Ann Pipenger CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Shirley Ann Pipenger, age 70, of Centerville, Indiana, died Saturday, May 4, 2019, at her home surrounded by family. Shirley was born on December 17, 1948, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and she was the daughter of James D. and Eulalah Scott Nelson. Shirley was a life-long resident of Wayne County. She attended Williamsburg […] — (Posted May 6, 2019)

B.W. “Mac” McGunegill B.W. “Mac” McGunegill, 85, of Winchester, passed away on Saturday, May 4. He was born in Richmond, Indiana, on May 20, 1933, to William Reuben & Fern Rose McGunegill, both of whom preceded him in death. He was a 1951 graduate of Lynn High School, receiving the Lynn Lions Club Sportsmanship Award that year, and […] — (Posted May 4, 2019)

James Matthew Green GREENS FORK, Ind. – James Matthew Green, age 56, of Greens Fork, Indiana, passed away Friday, May 3, 2019, due to complications from cancer. James was born in Harris County, Texas, on March 22, 1963, to Robert Paul and Alice Marie Ramsey Green. He was employed by East Central Electric in Marion, Indiana, where he […] — (Posted May 4, 2019)

James W. “Jim” Fahlsing RICHMOND, Ind. – James W. “Jim” Fahlsing, age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, May 3, 2019, at Reid Health. Born May 29, 1938, in Richmond, Indiana, to William August and Mildred Anne Wettig Fahlsing, Jim was a life-long resident of Richmond. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1956. Jim served in the United […] — (Posted May 4, 2019)

Wanda Hawkins RICHMOND, Ind. – Wanda Hawkins, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, May 3, 2019, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born March 18, 1930, in Campbellsburg, Indiana, to Lee Vance and Ruby Gladys Rosenbaum Batt, Wanda lived in Richmond most of her life. She was a 1949 graduate of Richmond High School. Wanda worked with her husband, […] — (Posted May 3, 2019)

Lowell Eugene Fisher Jr. Lowell Eugene Fisher Jr., age 73, of Richmond, passed away Wednesday (May 1, 2019) after a long illness surrounded by his family. Lowell was born on September 6, 1945, in Richmond, Indiana, to Lowell Eugene Sr. and Lyda Elizabeth Fisher. He was a 1963 graduate of Richmond High School. He did his undergraduate work at […] — (Posted May 2, 2019)

Johnnie Mae Hunter Johnnie Mae Hunter was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 26, 2019. She was a loving wife, dedicated mother, and faithful church member throughout her life. Johnnie was born January 13, 1943 in Goodwater, Alabama, to John and Elizabeth Leverette. Johnnie met her Husband Charles (Bobby) Hunter in Birmingham, AL and […] — (Posted May 2, 2019)

James E. Sudhoff James E. Sudhoff, 93, of Connersville, died Monday evening, April 29, 2019, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. A Richmond native, James was born October 29, 1925, to Edmund A. and Martha J. Jones Sudhoff. Following graduation from Boston High School in Wayne County, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. James attained the rank […] — (Posted May 2, 2019)

Keith E. Pickering Keith Edward Pickering, 52, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on April 28, 2019. He was born June 11, 1966, in Richmond, to Joseph and Doris Gard Pickering. Keith had a love for his family and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his spouse of 26 years Kimberly Pickering; his children Joseph […] — (Posted May 2, 2019)

Michael Phenis Michael Phenis passed away at St. Vincent Hospital, Friday, April 26, 2019, after a short illness. He was the son of Herman Phenis and Shirley Knox. He leaves behind his sisters: Janet Johnson and Teresa (Marty) Coyle, both of Richmond; nieces: Nichole (Chad) Mann and Barbara (Matt) Sullivan; nephews: Dale Croley and Collin Johnson; great […] — (Posted May 2, 2019)

Richard L. Johnson RICHMOND, Ind. – Richard L. Johnson, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at Golden Living Center-Golden Rule. Born March 3, 1935, in Wayne County, Indiana, to Jesse and Hazel Frank Johnson, Richard was a life-long resident of this community. He retired from Haisley’s Moving Company after 40 years of service. Richard […] — (Posted May 2, 2019)