Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Lillian Elaine O’Neal Lillian Elaine O’Neal of Connersville passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in Columbus, IN at the age of 77. Elaine was born in Connersville, View full obituary — (Posted February 27, 2026)

Virginia Rae “Ginger Roberts Virginia Rae (Ginger) Roberts passed away peacefully on Monday, February 23, 2026, in Richmond, Indiana, after a brief illness. She and her late husband, Dick, View full obituary — (Posted February 27, 2026)

Gale Keith Russell RICHMOND, IN– GALE KEITH RUSSELL – July 20, 1950 – February 24, 2026 Gale Keith Russell, father of two, friend to many, passed away on February 24, 2026, at Reid Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Toledo, Ohio on July 20, 1950, Gale had called Richmond home for most of his 75 years, and […] — (Posted February 27, 2026)

Michael G. Haynes RICHMOND, IN– Michael G. Haynes, age 69, of Centerville, Indiana, died Thursday, February 26, 2026, at home. Born July 31, 1956, in San Antonio, Texas, to Jerry Richard and Beulah Joyce Mikesell Haynes, Michael lived in this community most of his life. He was a graduate of Richmond High School and worked as a shipping […] — (Posted February 27, 2026)

Daryl Floyd Orebaugh Obituary and arrangements pending… View full obituary — (Posted February 27, 2026)

James “Mike” Wiles James “Mike” Wiles, age 72, of Camden, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. He was born on September 21, 1953 in Cincinnati, OH. Mike was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was a hard worker and retired from Titan Transfer as a […] — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Steve Alonzo Clark Steve Alonzo Clark, 72, of Albany, Kentucky, formerly of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly February 21, 2026.He was born on September 26, 1953, in New Castle, Indiana, to the late Lowell Elvin and Aileen Eva (Guffey) Clark.Services will be held at 12:45 pm on Friday, February… — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Barry “Tank” Tankersley Barry “Tank” Tankersley, age 63, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. He was born on April 24, 1962, in Bunker Hill, Indiana, to the late Ronald Tankersley and Wanda (Daugherty) Christison. In addition to his father and mother, Barry was preceded in death by […] — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Rowena Hammontree Smith RICHMOND, IN– Rowena Hammontree Smith, age 100, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at home. Born July 27, 1925, in Richmond, Indiana, to Foute and Iva L. Woods Hammontree, Rowena lived in this community most of her life. She was a 1944 graduate of Richmond High School and attended Indiana University. Rowena worked […] — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Ricky Lew Reece Ricky Lew “Rick” Reece was born in Richmond on October 21, 1946. He was a 1965 graduate of Richmond Senior High School and was an View full obituary — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Charlotte Ann Telker Charlotte Ann Telker, 90, of Brownsville, passed away early Wednesday morning, February 25, 2026, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in Connersville. A daughter of Kermit and Mildred Gettinger May, Charlotte was born on July 3, 1935, in Fayette County. She grew up in the area and was a proud 1953 graduate of Brownsville High School. […] — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Linda Staley Linda Kay Staley, affectionally known to her friends and family as “the Gardener” or Linda Lou, entered eternal life on Monday, February 23, 2026, at the age of 68, at her home in Cambridge City, Indiana, with her daughters and husband by her side, after a courageous and dignified battle with lung cancer. Born on November 15, 1957 to Douglas H. Staley and Viola K. … — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Patricia Ann Mink Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Jacqueline Stanley Jacqueline Stanley, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on February 13, 2026. Full Obituary is forthcoming. View full obituary — (Posted February 26, 2026)

Marilyn L. Foster Marilyn L. Foster, age 84, of Greenville, OH passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the Troy Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born on October 19, 1941 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Howard and Evelyn (Duber) Knabelkamp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Gene E. […] — (Posted February 25, 2026)

Kimberly S. Stevens Kimberly S. Stevens, age 67, of Eaton, OH, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH. She was born September 6, 1958 in Troy, OH. Kim was a 1976 graduate of Eaton High School and worked at Parker-Hannifin Corporation in Eaton for many years. She always enjoyed her time […] — (Posted February 25, 2026)

Murlene Smith Murlene Harper Smith, 91, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on February 25, 2026, following a long illness. She was born January 7, 1935, in West View full obituary — (Posted February 25, 2026)

Allen Abrams Allen Abrams, 70, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday morning, February 24, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. One of ten children of Walter and Claribel Wyrick Abrams, Allen was born on March 11, 1955, in Rushville. On May 30, 1981, Allen was united in marriage in Bentonville to the former Tari Tankersley. […] — (Posted February 25, 2026)

Marilyn Jean Gauthier Marilyn Jean Gauthier, a resident of Friends Fellowship community in Richmond, Indiana passed away on February 19, 2026, after a short illness. Marilyn was born July 21, 1931, in Nora Springs Iowa. She was the daughter of James. W. Duff and Grace Tarpy Duff. Shortly After graduating from high school, she met and married Ray […] — (Posted February 25, 2026)

Sara Jane Penhale Sara Jane Penhale, born on September 13, 1949, died on February 22, 2026, of complications from Parkinson’s Disease. But over the course of her 76 years, she lived a rich and fulfilling life, both as a cherished Earlham College faculty member and as an inveterate traveler, who visited about 75 countries around the world. Sara […] — (Posted February 24, 2026)

Timothy Brent Wright Timothy ‘Brent” Wright, 69, of New Castle passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was born on December 14, 1956, in New Castle to the late Thomas and Jerry (Tinkle) Wright. Brent was kindhearted and loved spending time with his nieces and nephews; they called him the “Fun Uncle”. He enjoyed fishing, working on […] — (Posted February 24, 2026)

Ruth Marie Leffel Ruth Marie Leffel 82 of Centerville went to be with the Lord with her by her family by her side on February 22, 2026. She View full obituary — (Posted February 24, 2026)

Debra Kay “Gosnell” Reece Debra (Gosnell) Kay Reece passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted February 24, 2026)

June Barker June F. Barker of Connersville passed away on Monday evening, February 23, 2026, at the age of 84. June was born in Jackson County, Kentucky View full obituary — (Posted February 24, 2026)

Luella Chesher Luella “Lue” Chesher, 72, of New Castle passed away Monday, February 23, 2026 at IU Health Methodist Hospital. She was born September 12, 1953 in Monticello, Kentucky to the late Obie Frances and Ermie Louise (Criswell) Bell. Lue was the heart of every gathering—a devoted wife, a nurturing mother, a devoted grandmother, a loving sister, […] — (Posted February 24, 2026)

Teresa Ellen Reedy Teresa Ellen Reedy, 65, of Connersville, passed away early Monday morning, February 23, 2026, at her residence. A daughter of Edward and Evelyn Rader Firth, Teresa was born on January 18, 1961, in Tampa, Florida. She moved to the area in her youth and was a 1979 graduate of Centerville High School. For many years, […] — (Posted February 24, 2026)

James R. Britt Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the guestbook View full obituary — (Posted February 24, 2026)

Dewey Malicoat Dewey was born October 6th, 1942 to Carlos and Dorothy (Day) Malicoat in Richmond, Indiana. He was raised on a farm and attended school in View full obituary — (Posted February 24, 2026)

Steve Alonzo Clark Steve Alonzo Clark, 72, of Albany, Kentucky, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Saturday evening, February 21, 2026, at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He was born on September 26, 1953, in New Castle, Indiana, to Lowell Elvin and Aileen Eva (Guffey) Clark, who… — (Posted February 24, 2026)

Lois Jeanne Skinner Lois Jeanne Skinner, age 90, of Eldorado, OH passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Maple Gardens Nursing Center in Eaton, OH. She was born November 9, 1935 in Middletown, OH to the late Loran and Edna (Kasserman) Smith. Lois was a 1953 graduate of Lewisburg High School. She retired as an office manager […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)