Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

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)

Shirley A. Hess Shirley A. Hess, 80 was born on November 2, 1937 at her grandparents home. She passed away on June 5, 2018 at Heritage House in Connersville, IN. Shirley had worked for over 35 years at Stop 1 Truck Stop. She was very kind and caring and loved giving gifts to children and others. She is […] — (Posted June 7, 2018)

Dorothy Leah Moistner Dorothy Leah Moistner, 102, passed away peacefully at her home of over 50 years on Tuesday evening, June 6 , 2018. One of eleven children, Dorothy was born in Muncie, Indiana on May 6, 1916 to the late John H. and Hazel Venorah (Wheatley) Thom. Dorothy graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of […] — (Posted June 7, 2018)

Lester J. Barancin Lester J. Barancin, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, May 30, 2018, at IU Health Methodist Hospital. Born October 2, 1940, in Bridgman, Michigan, to John and Mildred Barancin, Lester moved to Richmond in 1971. He graduated from Bridgman High School in 1958 and received a degree in engineering from Michigan Technological University. Lester […] — (Posted May 31, 2018)

George F. Waters George F. Waters, age 90, of Greenfield, passed away on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at Hancock Regional Hospital. George was born on February 2, 1928 to Charles and Maude (Williams) Waters on a farm on Blue River near Mt. Summit. He worked for Modernfold Doors in New Castle, and for Perfect Circle/Dana in Hagerstown, Richmond […] — (Posted May 31, 2018)

Ray Malcolm Laymon Ray Malcolm Laymon, 96, passed away on Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 2018 at I.U. Ball Hospital in Muncie. Malcolm was born in Dublin, Indiana to the late Chester Garfield and Mary “Mayme” (Woodward) Laymon on February 6, 1922. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Cambridge City with the class of 1940. Following honorable […] — (Posted May 30, 2018)

Steven J. Pflum Steven J. Pflum, 51, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 28, 2018, at his home in Milton, Indiana. One of three children of James and Ruth M. Oesterling Pflum, Steve was born in Rushville, Indiana on April 25, 1967. Steve attended St. Gabriel School and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1985. A […] — (Posted May 30, 2018)

Donald L. Kemper Donald L. Kemper, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at Reid Health. Born January 10, 1935, in Richmond, Indiana, to Lindsay and Louise Jordan Kemper, Don was a life-long resident of this community. He graduated from Economy High School. Don served in the U.S. Army Reserve for six years. He retired […] — (Posted May 29, 2018)

Connie Sue Pendleton Connie Sue Pendleton, 64, of Dublin, Indiana passed away Friday morning, May 25, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis where she had been a patient since Monday. The youngest of eleven children of Marlow and Nora Fox Lainhart, Connie was born on October 19, 1953, in Connersville. She was raised in Franklin County, Indiana until […] — (Posted May 29, 2018)

Robert A. Hardwick Robert A. “Bob” Hardwick, 81, of Losantville, died Sunday, May 20, 2018. Survivors include his ex-wife, Ruth Hardwick; a brother, George Hardwick and a niece, Elizabeth Hardwick. No public services are planned. — (Posted May 29, 2018)

Judith C. Scott Judith Carole (Clark) Scott, 73, of Hagerstown, passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. She was born on January 5, 1945 to Everett “Shorty” and Nancy Clark. Judy graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1964 and retired from Dana Corp. in 1996, following 32 years of service. Judy was an avid karate enthusiast during the […] — (Posted May 29, 2018)