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.
Beatrice Allen Beatrice Allen, age 77, of Somerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday, November 25, 2024 at her residence. Born on September 8, 1947 in Hamilton, Ohio, daughter of the late, Earl & Mildred (Gentry) Harvey. She loved her family very much and enjoyed sewing, gardening, bike riding and reading. Preceded […] — (Posted November 27, 2024)
Jerry C. Gold Jerry C. Gold, 85, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Jerry was born on September 14, 1939, to the late Charles William and Henrietta (Adams) Gold. He was a beloved figure in the community and will be missed deeply by all who had the pleasure of […] — (Posted November 27, 2024)
Carloyn M. Crabtree Carolyn M. Crabtree, 82, of New Castle, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Henry Community Hospital. She was born May 1, 1942, in New Castle to Dewitt and Evelyn (Wright) Dobbs. Carol was a homemaker who had a keen eye for interior design, enjoyed traveling around the world, but most of all, took pleasure […] — (Posted November 27, 2024)
Reola Drennen CAMBRIDGE CITY-  Reola Patsy Drennen, 88, passed away peacefully with her loved ones at her side on Monday afternoon November 25, 2024.  A daughter of the late Carl Dwight and Nannie Blanche (Dressler) Henderson, Reola was born in Covington, Virginia on February 19, 1936.  When she was eight months old, Reola and her family moved […] — (Posted November 26, 2024)
John Robert Mendenhall RICHMOND, Ind. – John Robert Mendenhall, at the age of 66, died Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 5:10 p.m. at Ascension St. Vincent – Randolph. Born January 16, 1958, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert and Lillian Mendenhall. John was a life-long resident of Richmond serving generations of Wayne County residents at Mendenhall Hardware, where he […] — (Posted November 26, 2024)
Martha “Marty” Brown Martha “Marty” Brown, 92, of Hagerstown passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024 surrounded by her loving family at Addison Place in New Castle. She was born January 27, 1932 in New Castle to the late Russell and Fern (Wisehart) Foulke. Marty attended Millville School where she was one of the first female basketball players on […] — (Posted November 26, 2024)
Richard “Dick” Lee Hert — (Posted November 26, 2024)
Judith A. Stone Judith A. Stone, 83, of New Castle, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Stonebrook Rehabilitation Center. She was born April 18, 1941, in New Castle to Earl and Lucile (Greer) Huckeby. Judy graduated from New Castle High School in 1959 and retired from Lucent Technologies after 30 years. She attended Turning Point Life Center. […] — (Posted November 26, 2024)
Cale D. Dawson Cale D. Dawson was born on March 4th, 2000 and passed away on November 22nd, 2024. — (Posted November 26, 2024)
Catherine E. Suthard Catherine E. Suthard 79 of Richmond, passed away on November 21, 2024, at Reid Health after a long illness. She was born April 3, 1945, View full obituary — (Posted November 26, 2024)
Richard “Dick” Lee Hert RICHMOND, Ind. – Richard “Dick” Lee Hert, age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born June 16, 1929, in Jasonville, Indiana, to Anthony Kiah and Naomi Ruth Wesner Hert, Dick had lived in Richmond since 1957. He was a 1947 graduate of Wiley High School in Terre Haute, […] — (Posted November 26, 2024)
Vickie S. (McKee) Via Vickie S. Via, age 62 of New Paris, Ohio died Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. Vickie was born on December 10, 1961, in Greenville, Ohio the daughter of Otis E. & Susan E. (Troutwine) Via. Preceded in death by brother: Daniel Via in 1998. Survived by daughter: Rachel Morris of […] — (Posted November 26, 2024)
Jane Raisor Williams RICHMOND, Ind. – Jane Raisor Williams, age 98, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024. She was born on August 30, 1926, in Muncie, Indiana, to Bernard and Eula (Knox) Raisor and had lived in Richmond since 1948. Jane married Richard F. Williams on July 9, 1950, in Muncie. Jane graduated from Burris High School and […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Betsy Lakes  Elizabeth W. “Betsy” Lakes, 84, of Greens Fork, passed away at Reid Health on Sunday, November 24.  Betsy was born in Denver, Colorado on March 30, 1940 to Robert D. & Felicitas Diamant Budd, both of whom preceded her in death. Betsy later moved to New York, where she graduated with the Class of 1958 […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Clint Moistner Clint Moistner, age 44, of Eaton, Ohio, died on Friday, November 22, 2024 at his residence. Born on December 15, 1979 in Hamilton, Ohio. Clint was an avid musician and enjoyed playing guitar and loved nature and the Cincinnati Reds. He also enjoyed spending time with family. Preceded by his father, Dean Call in 2019; […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Carolyn Mae Williams Carolyn Mae Williams, 79, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Reid Health, Connersville. One of four children to Clarence and Margaret Alford Howell, Carolyn was born November 10, 1945, in Connersville, and graduated from Laurel High School with the class of 1963. On May 9, 1964, Carolyn was united in marriage to […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Wilma “Becky” Elizabeth Linville Wilma “Becky” Elizabeth Linville, 82, of Westfield, Indiana (formerly of New Castle, Indiana) passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Born July 24, 1942 in Greenfield Indiana, Becky was the daughter of the late Dennis and Rosemary (Jordan) Vest.   Becky attended Knightstown schools and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Jane Raisor Williams RICHMOND, Ind. – Jane Raisor Williams, age 98, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024. She was born on August 30, 1926, in Muncie, Indiana, to Bernard and Eula (Knox) Raisor and had lived in Richmond since 1948. Jane married Richard F. Williams on July 9, 1950, in Muncie. Jane graduated from Burris High School and […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Robert Dale Marcum Robert Dale Marcum, 67, of College Corner, Ohio, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Hamilton Hospice. A child of Estel and Joyce Feebeck Marcum, Robert was born January 26, 1957, in Connersville. On October 14, 1978, Robert married the former Linda Kline in College Corner, Ohio. Mrs. Marcum survives. Robert served his country in […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Lewie Linke Lewis “Lewie” Edward Linke, 79, of Connersville passed away early Sunday morning, November 24, 2024 surrounded by his family and friends at Reid Health, Richmond. A son of William Lewis and Fredonna Roach Linke, Lewie was born in Fayette County on April 19, 1945 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1963. […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Craig A Slack Craig A. Slack, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away from this world on November 24, 2024, at his home. Born on March 15, 1974, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Richard and Patricia Caldwell Slack, Craig was truly a miracle child—a blessing to all who had the privilege of knowing him. Craig was a 1992 […] — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Teresa Bueme-Matson Braun Teresa Bueme-Matson Braun began this incredible journey on December 8, 1939, when she was welcomed into the Bueme-Matson family by her parents, Robert S, (Bob) View full obituary — (Posted November 25, 2024)
Alice Habekost Alice Habekost, age 87, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton. She was born December 16, 1936 in Dayton, OH to the late Frederick Sr and Ruth Habekost. Alice worked for many years at the ASCS Farm Service Agency and later owned and […] — (Posted November 24, 2024)
Claudia Jean Jackson It is with great sadness that the family of Claudia Jean (Cory) Jackson announces her passing on November 20, 2024. Claudia was born in New Castle, Indiana to Martha and Max Cory on November 29, 1956 and lived there her entire life. She graduated from New Castle Chrysler High School in 1975. She went on […] — (Posted November 23, 2024)
Sabra Lynn Adams Sabra Lynn Adams, 65, of Connersville, passed away early Friday morning, November 22, 2024, at her residence. Services are pending at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home.  — (Posted November 23, 2024)
Dedra Lee Anderson Dedra Lee Anderson, 77, of Connersville, passed away Friday evening, November 22, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her children and loved ones. A child of Alonzo and Ella Jones Durham, Dedra was born April 21, 1947, in Connersville and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1965. Dedra was head cook at […] — (Posted November 23, 2024)
Dale Simpson Dale F. Simpson, age 97, of Milton, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 at Heritage House, Connersville, IN. He was born on September 23, 1927 in Connersville, IN to Carl and Martha Simpson. He was a 1945 graduate of Alquina High School, then from trade school in Chicago. Dale served in the United States […] — (Posted November 23, 2024)
Lynda Yvonne Kunkel Lynda Yvonne Kunkel 77 of Richmond passed away at Reid Health on November 20, 2024. She was born October 7, 1947, in Torrence, California to View full obituary — (Posted November 22, 2024)
Janet L Crider Janet L Crider, 93, of Shirley passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Morristown Manor in Morristown, Indiana. She was born January 16, 1931 to the late Luther and Zola Williams.  A homemaker, Janet traveled with her husband Jim as a song evangelist for many years. An accomplished musician, Janet enjoyed playing several instruments. Janet […] — (Posted November 22, 2024)
Robert E. Worley Robert E. Worley, age 94, of Gratis, OH passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at the Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton, OH. He was born February 5, 1930 in Campbellstown, OH to the late Charles T. and Lannie (Ketron) Worley. Bob was a U.S. Army Veteran that served during the Korean War; he […] — (Posted November 22, 2024)