Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Vernon Sparks Vernon Sparks, 83, of Milton, passed away early Thursday morning June 28, 2018 at Ambassador Health Care in Centerville. A son of the late Green and Emma (Boggs) Sparks, Vernon was born in Sand Gap, Kentucky on April 26, 1935. Vernon has lived in the Milton community since 1965. He worked as a tree trimmer […] — (Posted June 29, 2018)

Robert C. O’Neill Robert C. O’Neill, age 89, of Centerville, Indiana, died Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at Rawlins House Health & Living Community in Pendleton, Indiana. Born November 7, 1928, in Richmond, Indiana, to Thomas A. and Ruby J. Converse O’Neill, Robert was a life-long resident of Wayne County. He was a 1947 graduate of Centerville High School. […] — (Posted June 29, 2018)

Shellie Renee Rigney-Orr Shellie Renee Rigney-Orr, 45, moved to heaven on June 26, 2018. She passed peacefully as she crossed from earth to heaven while being sung to as she was surrounded by her family at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis. Her suffering and struggles have ended. Born to Gene and Marcia (Quesenberry) Rigney in New Castle, Indiana […] — (Posted June 29, 2018)

Richard Dwight Swejkar Richard Dwight Swejkar, 87, passed away at his home west of Lewisville on Wednesday June 27, 2018 with his family at his side. A son of the late Frank and Adel (Horde) Swejkar, Richard was born in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin on October 29, 1930. He has been a Henry County resident since 1954. Richard was […] — (Posted June 29, 2018)

Gloria Woolwine Gloria Woolwine, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, June 24, 2018, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born July 2, 1928, in Lick Fort, West Virginia, to Boyde and Mary Bibb Canterbury, Gloria lived in Richmond most of her life. She was a cafeteria worker for Centerville-Abington Schools. Gloria was a member of First Church of God […] — (Posted June 27, 2018)

Joseph R. “Joe” Erlewein Joseph R. “Joe” Erlewein, 45, passed away unexpectedly Monday afternoon June 25, 2018. Joe was born in Connersville, Indiana on February 8, 1973. The youngest of 4 children born to David R. and Rita F. (Willhelm) Erlewein, Joe’s first major achievement in life was being voted the 1973 Prettiest Baby at the Fayette County Free […] — (Posted June 27, 2018)

Irene Marie Mendenhall Masters Irene Marie Mendenhall Masters, 98, left this earth to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, June 22, 2018. Irene was born in Economy on May 2, 1920 to Luna Guy and Mabel (Hunnicutt) Mendenhall. She married Earl Masters, Sr. on May 23, 1941 and they had four children. She leaves to […] — (Posted June 24, 2018)

Joe Davidson Joe Davidson, 40, passed away Thursday morning June 21, 2018 at Henry Community Health in New Castle, Indiana. Joe was born in New Castle on September 11, 1977. He attended elementary school in Hagerstown and was a 1996 graduate of Tri High School. Joe lived most of his life in the Straughn community and had […] — (Posted June 24, 2018)

Delbert Vickers Jr. Delbert Vickers Jr., 62, passed away Thursday June 21, 2018 at Rosebud Village in Richmond, Indiana. Junior was born in Richmond, Kentucky on April 9, 1956. Junior and his family moved to Indiana when he was 7 years old. He was raised in the Dublin community and has lived most of his life in Wayne […] — (Posted June 24, 2018)

James Martin Head James Martin Head, 63, a long time Hagerstown resident, died Thursday, June 20, 2018 at Pine Knoll Rehab, Winchester, where he had resided for the past several months. Jim was born in New Castle on April 13, 1955 to Willard and Jean Ann (Hamilton) Head. Survivors include his daughter, Jamie Federico (Matt) of Kettering, OH; […] — (Posted June 22, 2018)

Megan Elizabeth Harris Megan Elizabeth Harris, 29 of Richmond, Indiana and formerly of Eaton, Ohio, died suddenly, Monday, June 18, 2018 in Lanier Township, Preble County, Ohio due to an auto accident. Megan was born on August 24, 1988 in Oxford, Ohio. A devoted wife and mother, Megan loved to craft, swim and spend time with her family […] — (Posted June 21, 2018)

Mary Katherine Wise Baker Mary Katherine Wise Baker 54 passed away at her home in Centerville after a rough battle with cancer. Kathy was born May 24, 1964 in Richmond, the daughter of Goldie Tinell and Fletcher Wise. Kathy loved doing things outdoors. She loved to garden, specifically planting flowers. She enjoyed traveling and going to see concerts with […] — (Posted June 21, 2018)

Curtis O. Hensley Curtis O. Hensley, 96, of Liberty, passed away on Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at Brookdale Senior Living Center in Richmond, Indiana. He was born on October 17, 1921, in Grays Knob, Kentucky – the son of Daniel Hensley and Nicie Brittain Hensley. During World War II, he joined the United States Army in July 1942, […] — (Posted June 21, 2018)

Gary Gregory Gary Gregory, 71, passed away at Reid Health on June 17, 2018. He was born on April 3, 1947, to William and Mary Gregory in Hamilton, Ohio. Gary lived in Wayne County most of his life. He enjoyed fishing. He leaves to cherish his memory his children, son: Gary Gregory Jr.; daughters: Casey Gregory, Michell […] — (Posted June 20, 2018)

Kathryn J. Mahuron Kathryn J. Mahuron, 87, a lifelong Connersville resident passed away Monday afternoon, June 18, 2018. One of five children of Evan and Della Cline Best, Kathryn was born in Connersville on August 15, 1930, and graduated from Connersville High School. On August 6, 1950, Kathryn married Morrison P. Mahuron, Sr. Mr. Mahuron preceded her in […] — (Posted June 20, 2018)

Shunion Lee Griffin Shunion Lee Griffin, 41, of Connersville, passed away on Thursday, June 14, 2018. He was born on May 18, 1977, in Richmond, Indiana, to Elmer Griffin Jr. and Connie Sidell Bissonnette. He enjoyed fishing and riding his bicycle. He loved music and took it everywhere with him. Shunion was close to his family, especially his […] — (Posted June 20, 2018)

Brantley Leon Taber Brantley Leon Taber, 5 years old, passed away Sunday afternoon June 17, 2018 at his home in Spiceland with his loving family at his side. Brantley was born in New Castle, Indiana on June 28, 2012. Brantley went to kindergarten at Tri Elementary. He enjoyed spending time in his backyard, playing with his friends and […] — (Posted June 20, 2018)

Juanita D. Jennings Juanita D. Jennings, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at Golden Living Center – Richmond. Born May 18, 1924, in Centerville, Indiana, to Harry and Gladys Smith Nicholson, Juanita was a life-long resident of Wayne County. She was a 1942 graduate of Williamsburg High School. Juanita retired from Wayne Works, after […] — (Posted June 20, 2018)

Rachel Jane Newton Rachel Jane Newton, 67, of Cambridge City, died Sunday, June 17, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. She was born in Union City on February 21, 1951 to Robert and Ruth Ann (Hinshaw) Lumpkin and lived most of her life in the Losantville area. She had resided in Cambridge City for the past 4 years. […] — (Posted June 20, 2018)

Harrison T. “Harry” Neel Harrison T. “Harry” Neel, Jr, 80, of Hagerstown, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 16, 2018, following a short illness, with loved ones by his side. He was born in New Castle on November 14, 1937, the youngest son of Harrison T., Sr and Lahoma (Clover) Neel. He attended Chrysler High School […] — (Posted June 20, 2018)

Cindy Jo Favorite Cindy Jo Favorite, 59, of Hagerstown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 17, 2018, following a hard fought battle with brain cancer. She was born on January 20, 1959 to Vernon and Joan Miller and lived her entire life in the Greens Fork and Hagerstown area. She was a 1977 graduate of Hagerstown High School. […] — (Posted June 20, 2018)

James L. “Jim” Hall Jr. James L. “Jim” Hall Jr., 75, passed away Thursday morning June 14, 2018 at his home at the Leland Legacy in Richmond, Indiana. Jim was born in Cambridge City, Indiana on April 14, 1943. He has lived his entire life in the Western Wayne community and had worked in maintenance for Lee Cylinder and M.E. […] — (Posted June 15, 2018)

Michael Ray West Michael Ray West, 70, passed away at his home in Cambridge City on Tuesday morning June 12, 2018. A son of the late Albert and Lillian West, Michael was born in Batesville, Indiana on December 30, 1947. Mike grew up in the Bentonville community and attended Fayette County Schools. He served his country in the […] — (Posted June 15, 2018)

Acie William “Bill” Shaffer Acie William “Bill” Shaffer of Lynn, Indiana passed away peacefully at Reid Health, Sunday, June 10, 2018. Bill was born in Bristol, Virginia to Glen Meirs and Julia Carter Shaffer on November 18, 1923. Bill served in the U.S. Army April 2, 1943 and was honorably discharged April 21, 1947 due to injuries received in […] — (Posted June 13, 2018)

Larry Dean Onstott Larry Dean Onstott, 71 years old, has gone to be with his Lord and Savior… He has been in failing health for a year with cancer. He was retired from Visteon, where he had worked for 30 years. Larry leaves behind a wife, Wanda Onstott, of whom he married on February 15th, 1974; 4 children, […] — (Posted June 12, 2018)

Lyman Sidney Simmons Lyman Sidney Simmons, 81, of Greens Fork, died Thursday, June 7, 2018, at Reid Health. He was born in Detroit, MI on January 22, 1937 to Leroy and Elizabeth (Mullinax) Simmons and had lived in the Greens Fork area for the past 43 years, coming here from Wisconsin. He served with the US Marine Corps […] — (Posted June 10, 2018)

Franklin “Frank” D. Callis Franklin “Frank” D. Callis, 84, of Dublin, passed away peacefully at his home Friday afternoon June 8, 2018. A son of the late Washington Lee and Bessie Lee (Willis) Callis, Frank was born in Jamestown, Tennessee on June 9, 1933. Frank was raised in Cambridge City and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class […] — (Posted June 10, 2018)

Deanna Kaye Dale Deanna Kaye Dale, 51, of Hagerstown, passed away on Thursday, June 7, 2018, at Reid Health, just minutes before her 52nd birthday. Her family was at her side as she underwent emergency surgery. Deanna was born in Hamilton, OH on June 8, 1966 to Raymond and Sharon (Sprau) DeBraun. She has lived in Hagerstown since […] — (Posted June 10, 2018)