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.
Sharon K. Bryant Sharon K. (Rhoads) Bryant, age 72, of New Paris, Ohio, died at Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton, Ohio on Monday, November 11, 2024. Born on November 1, 1952 in Dayton, Ohio.  Sharon retired from Parker Hannifin in 2014.   Preceded by her husband of 26 years, John Harold Bryant in 2022; mother, Betty J. Rohrer; brothers, […] — (Posted November 12, 2024)
Carol A. Arcuragi Carol A. Arcuragi, age 86, of Camden, OH, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Hospice of Hamilton. She was born June 25, 1938 in Johnstown, PA to the late Everett M. and Margaret E. Rhodes, Sr. Carol was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was very proud to be a dog […] — (Posted November 12, 2024)
Gladys Albert RICHMOND, IN– Gladys Albert, age 99, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Arbor Trace Exceptional Senior Living. Born November 4, 1925, in Livingston, Kentucky, to Walter and Ada Lovings Gilliam, Gladys lived most of her life in this area. She worked as a gifted seamstress for many years for local businesses. Gladys […] — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Angela Marie Stonewall Angela Marie Stonewall, 56 of New Castle passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024. She was born on July 11, 1968, to the late William and Alice (Hanaway) Carr. Angela is a 1986 graduate of Chrysler High School. After high school she attended college at Western Kentucky University, where she met her husband of 32 […] — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Hubert “Pat” Ervin Hubert “Pat” Patten Ervin 66 of Richmond died after a long illness on November 9, 2024. He was born September 6, 1958, in Richmond, Indiana View full obituary — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Alberta Jane Hughes A full obituary will be posted soon. — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Mark Stipp Mark H. Stipp March 18, 1956 – November 10, 2024 Mark H. Stipp, age 68, of Liberty, Indiana, died after a courageous battle with cancer View full obituary — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Roy Brandenburg Jr. New Castle – Roy Brandenburg Jr., 81, passed away Sunday afternoon, November 10th, 2024, at The Waters in New Castle, Indiana.  He has been a resident there since 2016. Roy was born February 11, 1943, to Roy Brandenburg and Lillie (Gibson) Brandenburg in Lee County, Kentucky. Roy graduated from Lee County High School in Beattyville […] — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Patricia Darlene Chance Obituary Pending A memorial service will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM, with Deacon Jim officiating. Family View full obituary — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Gerald Franklin Shelton Gerald Franklin “Bud” Shelton, longtime resident of Henry County, passed away on Saturday November 9 at the age of 90. Mr. Shelton is widely known for his many years serving the Blue River Valley school community, first in the role of high school principal beginning in the fall of 1965 and then serving a long […] — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Stephen N. Stevens Stephen Neal Stevens, 73, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Henry Community Health. He had been living with prostate cancer for several years and faced each challenge and treatment that came his way with strength and courage. He never lost his positive outlook on life. Steve was born April 12, 1951, […] — (Posted November 11, 2024)
Kathleen (Kathy) Marie Dudas Kathleen (Kathy) Marie Dudas passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on November 8th, 2024. Kathy was born in 1954 in Santa Rosa, California, to William (Bill) Grimes and Earlene Grimes. She attended Riley School and Boston Junior High and graduated from Richmond High School in 1973. Shortly after high school, she got a job with […] — (Posted November 10, 2024)
Viola Jones Viola Jones age 85 of Richmond died suddenly at Reid Health on November 7, 2024. She was born October 26, 1939, in Campton, Kentucky to View full obituary — (Posted November 9, 2024)
Herbert H. Hobbs Herb Hobbs, Winchester, died on October 14, 2024 at age 69. Herb grew up on a farm near Lynn, and was a 1973 graduate of Randolph Southern High School. In 1976, He began a 15 year run as the morning D.J. at WMDH Radio in New Castle, IN. Herb also had worked at Brooks Foods […] — (Posted November 9, 2024)
Jennifer Jo Berry Jennifer Jo Berry age 76 of Richmond died November 4, 2024, at Brickyard Health Golden Rule. She was born March 10, 1948, in Richmond to View full obituary — (Posted November 9, 2024)
Vicky S. Hawley Vicky S. Hawley, age 70, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born January 26, 1954 in New Castle, IN to the late Robert and Patsy Williams. Vicky was an avid sewer and enjoyed quilting; she worked at Samaritan Behavioral in Eaton for 24 years; and […] — (Posted November 9, 2024)
Shirley Conley Shirley D. Conley, 74, of New Castle passed away on Friday November 8, 2024, at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born on November 29, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York to the late Charles and Betty (Purk) McKay. She is survived by her loving family, daughter, Angela Crisler; grandchildren, Ali, Taylor, Brayden and Ashley; […] — (Posted November 8, 2024)
Debra Lynn McCutchen Debra Lynn McCutchen, 65, of New Castle passed away peacefully Thursday, November 07, 2024 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born on February 26, 1959 in Monticello, Kentucky to the late Wilson Everett and Norma Bea (Cooper) McCutchen. Debbie was a 1977 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and later worked at […] — (Posted November 8, 2024)
James D. Stringfield FOUNTAIN CITY, IN.- James D. Stringfield, age 80, of Fountain City, died Sunday, November 3, 2024, at home. Born on February 25, 1944, in Wartburg, Tennessee, James grew up in Tennessee with 4 sisters and 3 brothers. The family moved to Richmond, Indiana after spending some time in France when his father was in the […] — (Posted November 8, 2024)
Maxwell McKinley Maxwell McKinley passed away peacefully and comfortably at Reid Memorial Hospital in Richmond, Indiana on October 26th, 2024. He was born on February 12th, 1945 View full obituary — (Posted November 8, 2024)
Thomas P. (Buz) Goble Thomas Patrick Goble (Buz), age 73, of Centerville, Indiana passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at Reid Hospital, Richmond, Indiana. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on October 12, 1951 to Thomas Sonner and Martha Joan (Reagan) Goble. Buz was a United States VietNam veteran serving with the Army and worked many different construction jobs […] — (Posted November 7, 2024)
Steven “Speedy” Yeuell Davidson Steven “Speedy” Yeuell Davidson, 58, of Spiceland passed away peacefully at his home Wednesday, November 6, 2024 with his beloved dog, Koda, by his side. He was born June 14, 1966 in New Castle to Larry Yeuell Davidson and the late Gladys Lucille (VanPatten) Davidson. Speedy was a 1985 graduate of Knightstown High School and […] — (Posted November 7, 2024)
Anthony “Cowboy” Brown Anthony “Cowboy” Brown, 61 of Connersville passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. He was born on March 28, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio to Bob View full obituary — (Posted November 7, 2024)
Bobby Teague Bobby Teague, 87, a resident of Alexandria, Indiana passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Alexandria Care Center. He was born May 23, 1937 in Kennard, Indiana to the late Robert and Dorothy (Hahn) Teague. Bobby was formerly employed at Elder Beerman in Anderson. He had previously resided in New Castle before moving to Anderson […] — (Posted November 7, 2024)
Tom Naylor Thomas “Tom” Leslie Naylor, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Monday evening, November 4, 2024 with his wife by his side at his home in rural Glenwood. The oldest of four sons of Marion and Avis McCrory Naylor. Tom was born in Rushville on November 24, 1940 and graduated from New Salem […] — (Posted November 7, 2024)
Patricia A. Peirce Patricia Ann Peirce was born on January 24, 1941 in Junction City, KS to Rufus and Lavina Cavett Porter. She spent her youth in Junction City, Carleton, NE and Edgar, NE. She graduated from Edgar High School in 1958. After graduation, she attended the National School of Aeronautics in Kansas City, MO. She held various […] — (Posted November 6, 2024)
Marie King Marie King, born on July 26, 1934 in Batesville and left this world peacefully November 5, 2024 at the age of 90. Her home in Rushville was a cozy haven that always welcomed friends and family with open arms. The savory aroma of her famous home-cooked meals was always present, especially during Christmas time. Marie […] — (Posted November 6, 2024)
Ann Cutshaw Ann K Cutshaw, 85, of Cambridge City, passed away Monday, November 4, at Vitas Healthcare in Melbourne, FL. Ann was born in Anderson, IN on April 3, 1939, to George and Francis Davis. She graduated from Anderson High School and Indiana University. She married John Cutshaw Jr. in February of 1961. She taught Business Education […] — (Posted November 6, 2024)
Kyle Thomas Stuckey Kyle Thomas Stuckey, 20, of Carthage passed away Monday, November 4, 2024 at Community East Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born December 10, 2003 in Oxford, OH the son of Rodney and Rachael (Francis) Stuckey. Kyle was a graduate of Knightstown High School's Class of 2022. Kyle developed a profound love for cars at a […] — (Posted November 5, 2024)
Victoria Louise Stultz Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted November 5, 2024)