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.
Jarrett Thornbro Jarrett Lee Thornbro, 26, of Modoc, Indiana, passed away on October 12, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on December 3, 1997. Jarrett was known for his kind and compassionate nature, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Always there for his niece Aurrora Elaine Hulic, who was his […] — (Posted October 19, 2024)
Roy David Walker Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted October 19, 2024)
Saundra “Sandy” K. Hudson Saundra K “Sandy” Hudson a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away at the age of 83, on Friday October 18, 2024. She was born on View full obituary — (Posted October 18, 2024)
Kevin W. Cook Kevin W. Cook, 60, of New Castle, passed away Monday evening at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness. He was born March 10, 1964, in Jacksonville, Florida, a son of the late Donald E. Cook and Elizabeth E. Smith. Kevin graduated from high school in Lebanon, IN, and attended college at IUPUI. He worked […] — (Posted October 18, 2024)
Mary Elizabeth Siebert RICHMOND, Ind. – Mary Elizabeth Siebert, age 91, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at her home in Friends Fellowship Community. Mary was born July 2, 1933, in Marion, Ohio, to Lawrence and Nellie Stumbo Kline. She graduated from Claridon High School in 1951, and attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and The […] — (Posted October 18, 2024)
Toby Ray Haynes Toby Ray Haynes, 48, of New Castle passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 17, 2024. He was born September 16, 1976 in Pekin, IL, a son of Debra (Bailey) Horton and the late Tony Haynes. Toby was employed as an independent contractor. In New Castle. A mechanic, he also loved working on his […] — (Posted October 18, 2024)
Gary M. Teague Gary M. Teague, age 71, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH. He was born May 29, 1953 in Dayton, OH to the late Quinton and Mary (Adcock) Teague. Gary worked and retired from General Motors Truck and Bus Division in Moraine in 2008. He […] — (Posted October 17, 2024)
Keith E. Bunch Keith E. Bunch, 65 of Connersville passed away on October 11, 2024. He was born on November 18, 1958, to Lowell Bunch and Barbara Jones View full obituary — (Posted October 17, 2024)
Robert William Murphy Obituary pending. — (Posted October 17, 2024)
Anita Wilkinson Anita J. Wilkinson, 65, of New Castle, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born April 28, 1959, in New Castle to William and Thelma (Williams) Wilkinson. Anita was a 1977 graduate of New Castle High School and worked as a CNA for Snug Harbor Home […] — (Posted October 17, 2024)
David Richard Roberts Beloved Husband, Father, Granddaddy, and Friend  David Richard Roberts, born on December 13, 1951, to Elvis and Gladys Roberts, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2024, at the age of 72. He was a cherished husband to Linda, a devoted father to Jeremy and Tamara(Chris), and a loving “Granddaddy” to his cherished puppy, Gracie. David’s […] — (Posted October 16, 2024)
George C. Hale George C. Hale, 88, of Mooreland, went to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, while surrounded by his family. He was born January 5, 1936, in Sulphur Springs, a son of the late Augustus and Ruth Marie (Hodson) Hale.George attended elementary school in Blountsville and high school in Mooreland. He retired from Dana […] — (Posted October 16, 2024)
Roger Dale Doyle Obituary Pending Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 3:00 PM. Family and friends may visit Sunday View full obituary — (Posted October 16, 2024)
Marilyn Joan Bowman Marilyn Joan (Cross) Bowman, known to many as GG, age 88 died October 15th at Glen Oaks Health Campus surrounded by her daughters. She was born November 3, 1935 in New Castle to Lucille (Favorite) Cross and Aubrey Cross. She was a graduate of New Castle High School. Marilyn was a lifelong resident of New […] — (Posted October 16, 2024)
Melanie Peirce HAGERSTOWN-  Melanie A. Peirce, 63,  of Hagerstown, passed away early Monday morning October 14, 2024.  Melanie was born in New Castle, Indiana on October 27, 1960 to Lenore “Susie” Peirce and the late Robert D. Peirce.  She was a 1979 graduate of Hagerstown High School. Melanie worked at Ford Electronics & Refrigeration/Visteon in Connersville and […] — (Posted October 16, 2024)
Tod Roberts  Tod R. Roberts, 54, of Williamsburg, passed away at home on Saturday morning, October 12.  Tod was born on November 10, 1969, in Richmond, Indiana and was a 1988 graduate of Northeastern High School. He was self-employed as a carpet & flooring installer. He used to race a dirt track car and currently was working […] — (Posted October 16, 2024)
Dora Blake SPICELAND-  Dora May Blake, 81, passed away while surrounded by her loved ones on Tuesday morning October 15, 2024 at Henry Community Health in New Castle, Indiana.  A daughter of the late Worth and Dorcas (Baker) Brown, Dora May was born in Dunreith, Indiana on August 7, 1943.  Dora May graduated from the Spiceland Academy […] — (Posted October 16, 2024)
Robert Phocian Baker Robert Phocian Baker, 95, of Connersville, passed away Monday, October 14, 2024, at Reid Health Richmond. One of eight children of Oliver Ray Baker and Nellie Jane Kline Baker, Robert was born September 3, 1929 in Plymouth. At the age of 12, while living in Culver, he began farming and his lifelong passion of International […] — (Posted October 16, 2024)
James J. Eversole CENTERVILLE, Ind. – James J. Eversole, age 76, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, October 14, 2024, at Reid Health. Born September 16, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to Alex and Alta Davis Eversole, James was a life-long resident of this area. He retired from Mosey Manufacturing where he worked as a lathe operator. James enjoyed woodwork, […] — (Posted October 16, 2024)
Isaiah D. Michaels Isaiah D. Michaels, 26, passed away on October 14, 2024. He was born on December 11, 1997 to Rodney Michaels and Jerilynn Warren Stanley. View full obituary — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Nora Ellen Turner Obituary And Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Margaret A. Davis Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Vincent “Vince” J. Terzini Vincent “Vince” Terzini, 59, died October 11th 2024 at Reid Hospital following a brief illness surrounded by family and friends. Vince was born on July View full obituary — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Darlene Powell Darlene F. Powell 58 of Richmond passed away October 14, 2024 at Reid Health after a long illness. She was born March 8, 1966 in View full obituary — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Kevin S. Detharidge Kevin S. Detharidge 63 of Williamsburg passed away October 13, 2024 at Reid Health. He was born January 24, 1961 in Richmond to Steve and View full obituary — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Mary Ann Fisher Mary Ann Fisher, age 79, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday October 13, 2024 at Reid Health. Born in Frankfort, Indiana on September 2, 1945 to John and Anna (McCoy) Rambo and had lived in the Richmond area all her life. She graduated from Richmond High School, class of 1963 and earned her Bachelor’s Degree […] — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Janie Linderman Jane (Janie) Eileen Linderman, 81, of Connersville passed away Sunday morning, October 13, 2024 at Reid Health, Richmond. She resided at Caroleton Nursing Home with her husband. One of five children to Alphonsus and Viola (Firsich) Spaulding, Jane was born November 4, 1942, in Connersville. She graduated from Connersville High School in 1960. On February […] — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Michael “Mike” Soper It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Soper on October 13, 2024, at the age of 75. Mike was View full obituary — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Robert A. Burch Bob Burch, 82, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024. Bob loved his family deeply and always wanted them close by.  He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Linda; his children, Shelley McKinney (spouse, Brian) and Pat Burch (spouse, Angie); grandchildren Megan DeWitt (spouse, Cory), Kyler Burch (spouse, Andrea), Allison, Dayden, and […] — (Posted October 15, 2024)
Gary L. Norris Gary L. Norris, age 82, of Lewisburg, OH passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born August 8, 1942 in Dayton, OH to the late Clifford and Ellen Norris. Gary was a 1960 graduate of Monroe High School; was a U.S Army Veteran and member of the American Legion […] — (Posted October 14, 2024)