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.
Dana K. Anderson Dana K. Anderson, age 62, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He was born July 6, 1962 in Salinas, CA. Dana grew up in Santa Rosa, CA. He loved music, specifically Lynyrd Skynyrd, and was an excellent guitarist. He was always tinkering in his garage; he would restore knives and enjoyed […] — (Posted June 10, 2025)
Roy Michael Mitchem Roy Michael Mitchem, 54, of Connersville, passed away Saturday afternoon, June 7, 2025 at Reid Health, Richmond. The oldest of two children of Roy and Vivian Gregor Mitchem, Roy was born in Connersville on July 12, 1970 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1988. On February 14, 2005, Roy married the […] — (Posted June 10, 2025)
Franklin Smiley Franklin Eugene Smiley, age 89, of Fishers, IN, formerly of Union City, IN, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Restorary of Carmel Nursing Home. He was born on August 29, 1935 in Union City, Ohio to the late William and Estella (Amspaugh) Smiley. He graduated from Jackson High School in 1954, and was […] — (Posted June 10, 2025)
Kimberly L. Rockey Kimberly L. Rockey, age 71, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton after a brief illness. She was born January 30, 1954 in Middletown, OH to the late Kenneth Charles and Margaret B. (Wills) Henderson. Kimberly had a great passion for lapidary rocks and making jewelry. […] — (Posted June 9, 2025)
Lowell Faye Humphrey Lowell Faye Humphrey, 91, of rural Connersville, passed away early Sunday morning, June 8, 2025 at Majestic Care of Connersville. The oldest of two boys of Ois and Geneva Simpkins Humphrey, Lowell was born in Fayette County on September 12, 1933 and graduated from Fairview High School with the class of 1951. Lowell proudly served […] — (Posted June 9, 2025)
Arthur Billeaudeaux Arthur Billeaudeaux, 68, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at home on June 6, 2025, in New Castle, Indiana. He was born June 11, 1956, in Lafayette, Louisiana to the late Lewellyn and Mary Ann (Fontenot) Billeaudeaux. He grew up in Lake Charles, Louisiana, where he developed lifelong passions for classic rock music, classic cars, […] — (Posted June 9, 2025)
Geraldine Wilma Martin Geraldine Wilma Martin, 87, of Connersville, passed away Saturday evening, June 7, 2025 at Heritage House of Connersville. One of five children of George and Irene Kramer Miller, Geraldine was born in Metamora on August 7, 1937 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1955. On February 27, 1971, Geraldine married Robert […] — (Posted June 9, 2025)
Ginny Ellis Virginia “Ginny” Ruth LaBrot Ellis was born September 10, 1923 in Mine La Motte, Missouri, to Raymond LaBrot and Ruth Francis Rhodes LaBrot. In 1943 Ginny met and married the love of her life, Cecil Thomas Ellis in Detroit, Michigan. Ginny lived a blessed and beautiful life to the age of 101. Since hitting 100, […] — (Posted June 9, 2025)
Carter Saylor Obituary pending… View full obituary — (Posted June 9, 2025)
Melvin “Mel” Parks    Mr. Melvin “Mel” L. Parks, 73, of New Paris, formerly of Randolph County, passed away after a battle with lung cancer on Saturday morning, June 7, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.    Mel was born on October 24, 1951, in Winchester, Indiana to Frank M. Parks and Gertude Irene Walsh Parks, both […] — (Posted June 8, 2025)
Judith Deanne “Judy” Stone Judith Deanne “Judy” Stone, 82, a resident of Dunreith passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025 at her home. She was born October 21, 1942 in New Castle to the late Barney and Kathryn Cook) Estes. Judy retired from the Flamingo Restaurant in Dunreith after 29 years of service as a prep cook. She was a […] — (Posted June 8, 2025)
Doris Irene Johnson Doris Irene Johnson, age 94, of New Castle joined her husband, Dick of 76 years, 11 days after his passing. Doris passed Thursday, June 5th, 2025, which would have been Dick’s 95th birthday. She passed after a short stay at The Willows of New Castle. They are now back together and resting in the arms […] — (Posted June 8, 2025)
Bill Rihm CAMBRIDGE CITY- William “Bill” Joseph Rihm, 98, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, June 6, 2025.  Born on October 10, 1926, in Cambridge City, Indiana, Bill was the son of George Jr. and Helen (Decker) Rihm. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1944 and proudly served in the United States Army from […] — (Posted June 7, 2025)
Helen Mae Herning RICHMOND, Ind. – Helen Mae Herning, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, June 6, 2025, at home, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born May 14, 1941, in Berea, Kentucky, to Harold and Pauline West Thoma, Helen moved to Richmond as a teenager. She was a 1959 graduate of Richmond High School. Helen married […] — (Posted June 7, 2025)
Jackeline Herrera-Rivera Smith Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted June 7, 2025)
Mary Louise Kruse Mary L. (Crowell) Kruse, 80 of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Monday, May 19, 2025, at Vancrest of New Carlisle, Ohio. She was born on July 25, 1944, in Fairborn, Ohio, daughter of the late Walter H. and Mary C. (Lincoln) Crowell. Mary was a 1962 graduate of Lewisburg-Union High School, a 1966 graduate of Ohio University […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Jimmy Day CAMBRIDGE CITY-  Jimmy Allen Day, 55, formerly of Cambridge City, Indiana, passed from this life on Thursday morning June 5, 2025 at his home in Orlando, Kentucky.  The son of the late Danny Leroy and Christal (Hellard) Day, Jimmy was born in New Castle, Indiana on April 2, 1970.  He lived most of his life […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Carol A. Montooth Carol A. Montooth, age 79 of Eaton, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on May 29, 2025, at her residence. Born on February 18, 1946 in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of the late Wade & Martha B. (McFarland) Allen. Preceded in death by Husband of 45 Years Herman “Lee” Montooth in 2016. […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Clyde David Kelsch Clyde David Kelsch, 82, of Connersville passed away Thursday morning, June 5, 2025 at his home. One of six children of David Kelsch and Marjorie Binder Wilkins, Clyde was born in Connersville on October 31, 1942 and graduated top of his class from Lewisville High School with the class of 1962. Following high school, Clyde […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Alpharetta Louise Charles Alpharetta Louise Charles, 84, lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away late Wednesday evening, June 4, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family. A daughter of Clyde and Mary Richmond Bowne, Alpharetta was born March 28, 1941, in Stanford, Kentucky, and went on to graduate from Connersville High School with the class of 1959. Alpharetta […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Michelle L. Lowman Michelle Lynn Lowman, age 55, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away on June 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was born on August 19, 1969, in Greenville, Ohio, to Karen Frech and the late Daniel Frech. In addition to her mother, Michelle is survived by her beloved husband, John […] — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Wilma “Nadine” Dalton Wilma “Nadine” Dalton, 91, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at her home on June 5, 2025. She was born on November 27, 1933, in Albany, KY, to the late Selbert and Ermon (Hayes) Byers. Nadine was the oldest girl of ten children, naturally stepping into a motherly role that she embraced with grace and […] — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Virginia Chambers Reeves Virginia Chambers Reeves, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away on the evening of Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at The Waters of New Castle. She was 84 years old. She was born on November 2, 1940, in New Castle, the daughter of the late Scott B. and Helen H. Chambers and granddaughter of Adaline B. and […] — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Wanda Williams Wanda L. Williams, 88, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Henry Community Health Hospital. She was born July 14, 1936, in Albany, Kentucky to the late Lenard D. and Mildred (York) Williams. Wanda was a homemaker and attended Calvary Baptist Church. She was also very active with the New Castle Foster […] — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Ellen Kay McClurg-Lake Ellen Kay McClurg-Lake, 88, of Richmond, died June 4, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. She was born April 26, 1937, in Richmond to Cecil View full obituary — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Bennie E. Crawford Bennie E. Crawford, born October 1, 1953, to the late Bennie and Beulah (Martin) Crawford, passed away on June 4, 2025, surrounded by the love View full obituary — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Tom Greeson    Thomas L. Greeson, 93, of Fountain City, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home and in the presence of his family on Saturday morning, May 31.    Visitation for Tom will be from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 5, at the Smith-McQuiston & Webster Funeral Home, 321 US 27 South, Fountain City. […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Jim Bowman Mr. James J. Bowman, 76, formerly of Richmond, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, May 22, with his wife and daughters at his side. Jim was born on September 24, 1948, in Hartford City, Indiana to Woodrow Wilson & Esther Lucille Banter Bowman, both of whom preceded him in death. Jim was a member of […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Tom Pierce    Mr. Thomas Pierce, 80, of Fountain City, joined his wife Dottie in eternal rest on Wednesday morning, May 21.    Tom was born on November 7, 1944, in Richmond, Indiana to Rastis Woodrow & Edith Gertrude Wilson Pierce. He moved to the Fountain City area in the mid-1950s and attended Whitewater High School. Tom […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Lois Joan Wadsworth    Lois Joan Wadsworth, 82, of Richmond, passed away on Monday, May 19, at home.    She was born on July 18, 1942, in New Castle, Indiana to Emery L. & Sarah Elizabeth Snyder Ozbun. She was a homemaker and formerly worked in maintenance at Reid Health.    Lois is survived by her daughters, Kathy […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)