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.
Andrew “NuNu” Johnson Andrew Johnson, aka “NuNu”, 32, of Indianapolis, passed away on Sunday afternoon, October 27, 2024, at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis. Andrew was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 11, 1992, a son of Charles D. Johnson and Kristi K. (Roach) Johnson. NuNu was a highly talented writer of poetry and music. He was an […] — (Posted November 2, 2024)
Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Fullmer Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Fullmer, 90 of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Maple Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Eaton. Born on March 3, 1934 in Dayton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Roy E. and Lilah Mae (Leatherman) Bowser.  She was married to the love of her life, Henry […] — (Posted November 1, 2024)
David Bertsch David L. Bertsch, 84, of Hagerstown, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Reid Hospital in the presence of his family. He was born on January 28, 1940 in New Castle, IN to Arthur and Mildred (Rambo) Bertsch and lived his entire life in this area. David graduated from Lincoln High School in 1958. […] — (Posted November 1, 2024)
Jerry Hutzelman Jerry Hutzelman, age 76 of Lewisburg, Ohio, died on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Kettering Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Born on July 25, 1948 in Richmond, Indiana, son of the late, Roy Weldon & Mary Armenta (Swerer) Hutzelman.  He graduated from Centerville High School in 1967. Jerry proudly served in the US Air Force and […] — (Posted November 1, 2024)
Earl Wayne Austin Earl Wayne Austin, 84, of Shirley passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at his residence. He was born on March 3, 1940 in Guntersville, AL.  Earl was employed by IMI where he was a delivery driver for 25 years prior to retiring. He was a graduate of the Indiana Law-enforcement Academy, session #27 Bloomington, […] — (Posted November 1, 2024)
John L. Jarvis Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted November 1, 2024)
Karen Lynn Rader Karen Lynn (Allen) Rader age 80 of Richmond died October 29, 2024, at The Springs of Richmond. She was born December 20, 1943 in Zanesville, View full obituary — (Posted October 31, 2024)
Donna Marie Kinman Donna Marie Kinman, 76, of Buena Vista, passed away Wednesday evening, October 30, 2024 at Reid Health, Richmond. One of three children of Coy and Lela Polly Raikes, Donna was born on December 23, 1947 and graduated from Morristown High School. On June 29, 1973, Donna married Michael Kinman in Fountaintown Christian Church. Mr. Kinman […] — (Posted October 31, 2024)
Evelyn Ruth Gesell Shank Evelyn Ruth Gesell Shank, 89, went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on View full obituary — (Posted October 31, 2024)
Peggy C. Woods Obituary Pending There are no public services. The family will host a Celebration of her Life at a later date. Community Family Funeral Home has View full obituary — (Posted October 31, 2024)
Bruce Edward Sandlin, Sr. Bruce Edward Sandlin, Sr, age 78, of Preble County, OH passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the VA Hospice Care Unit in Dayton, OH due to a long illness of liver failure. He was born October 3, 1946 in Preble County to the late Elmer and Daisy (Rader) Sandlin. Bruce served in the […] — (Posted October 31, 2024)
Herb Hobbs Herb Hobbs, Winchester, died on October 14, 2024 at age 69. Herb grew up on a farm near Lynn, and was a 1973 graduate of Randolph Southern High School. In 1976, He began a 15 year run as the morning D.J. at WMDH Radio in New Castle, IN. Herb also had worked at Brooks Foods […] — (Posted October 31, 2024)
Richard Leon Robinson Richard Leon Robinson, age 85, of Somerville, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at his residence. Richard was born on October 1, 1939 in Wellington, (Lorain County) Ohio son of the late Ross D. & Rebecca T. (Gosling) Robinson. Richard completed 12 years of Public School with a diploma issued in 1957. Before […] — (Posted October 31, 2024)
Carol Sue Myers Carol Sue Bryan Myers, 81 of Connersville lost her courageous battle of cancer on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 while being surrounded by her loving family. View full obituary — (Posted October 30, 2024)
Marjurie Rizaldo Cravens Marjurie Rizaldo Cravens, age 49, of Eaton, OH passed away on Monday, October 28th, 2024 at Bethesda North Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. She was born on September 2nd, 1975 in Cabadbaran City, Philippines. Marjurie loved cooking and sharing a meal with her family and friends; she enjoyed gardening and shopping; she loved her family very […] — (Posted October 30, 2024)
Patricia Fulton Patricia Ellen (Cowan) Fulton, 76, of Anderson, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2024, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in New Castle due to complications from a stroke. She was born March 12, 1948, in New Castle as the eldest daughter of Claude and Mary (Glynn) Cowan. Patricia enjoyed nature, animals, arts & crafts, and […] — (Posted October 30, 2024)
Harriett Ann Marquis Harriett Ann Marquis Harriett Ann Marquis, 82, of Boston, Indiana, passed away Friday, October 4, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on January 2, 1942, in Portland, Indiana, to Louis and Zora Green. Harriett was spunky and loved to laugh. She was employed with the United States Postal Service as Postmaster for […] — (Posted October 30, 2024)
Richard Lee Shank Richard Lee Shank, age 92, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. He is survived by his wife Mary M. Brewer Shank of Eaton; daughter Cheryl Lynn (Shank) Jordan of Belgrade, MT; grandchildren Ashley Lynn (Suding) Klinker of Cincinnati, OH, Allison Michelle Suding of Dallas, TX, John David Suding of Cincinnati, OH, […] — (Posted October 30, 2024)
Shirley Henshaw LEWISVILLE- Shirley Ann Taylor – Henshaw, 90, of Lewisville, passed away October 28, 2024. She was born July 29th, 1934, in Vincennes, Indiana, the only child of the late Lowell and Margaret (Lehman) Taylor. Shirley grew up on a farm in Owensville, Gibson County, Indiana. She graduated from Owensville High School in 1952 and De […] — (Posted October 29, 2024)
Darrel Lee Chenoweth Sr. RICHMOND IN.- Darrel Lee Chenoweth Sr., 82, passed away on October 19, 2024, while vacationing abroad. Born November 6, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana, he was the son of Norman Dale and Josephine Marie Chenoweth (Simons). He married Susan Kay Hollinger on September 14, 1963, and enjoyed fifty-five years of marriage preceding her death. After graduating […] — (Posted October 29, 2024)
Virgil Sayers Virgil O. Sayers, 68, of Connersville, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024, at Reid Health Richmond. One of six children of Virgil Oscar and Doris Flitcraft Sayers, Virgil was born January 20, 1956 in Hamilton, Ohio and attended Connersville High School. Virgil found enjoyment in the simple things, like fixing tractors and cars, reading his […] — (Posted October 29, 2024)
Delores Shim Delores C. “Dutch” Shim, 92, passed away on October 26, 2024, after a brief illness, in Parker City, Indiana. Delores (Preger) Johnson Shim was born February 15, 1932, to the late John and Eva (Scheer) Preger in Pinconning, MI. Her husbands Charles Johnson and Joseph Shim preceded her in death, as well as her siblings […] — (Posted October 29, 2024)
Marilyn Schambers Marilyn J. Schambers, 92, of Milton, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Bentonville on June 28, 1932 to Carl and Viola (Lamberson) Snyder and lived her entire life in this area. Marilyn was a 1950 graduate of Milton High School and was quite an […] — (Posted October 28, 2024)
Richard L. Minnick Richard Lee Minnick, age 84, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 27 at 1108 am. Richard leaves behind his loving wife of 23 years Marilyn (Bell) Minnick. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, brother Bill Minnick, Sisters Bonnie Minnick, Nancy Benz and a grandson Zachary Cox. Richard was loved […] — (Posted October 28, 2024)
Sharon Y. Asher Sharon Y. Asher, age 70, of Gratis, OH passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Hospice of Hamilton. She was born July 21, 1954 in Dayton, OH to Robert Worley and the late Zellia (Combs) Worley. Sharon retired from Miami University. She loved riding motorcycles and driving fast cars. She lived life to the […] — (Posted October 28, 2024)
Gene Crawford Edwin Gene Crawford, 84, of Connersville, passed away Sunday evening, October 27, 2024 at his residence. One of five children of William and Gladys Russell Crawford, Gene was born November 29, 1939 in Brownsburg and graduated from New Winchester High School with the class of 1958. Gene married the former Kathleen Gillian “Gill” Rivis in […] — (Posted October 28, 2024)
Henry A. Ripberger Henry Albert Ripberger Henry Albert Ripberger, 86, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 24th. He was born on June 27th, 1938, at home in Milton, Indiana, to the late Ethel (Simmermeyer) Ripberger and Joseph Ripberger. Henry graduated from Milton High School in 1956. In 1978, Henry married Beth McKechnie, and together they […] — (Posted October 28, 2024)
Linda Pardo Linda Pardo, 82, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on October 26, 2024. View full obituary — (Posted October 28, 2024)
Benny A. Davis Benny A. Davis, 83, of New Castle, Indiana passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on Saturday, October, 19 2024. He was born in New Castle August 12, 1941 in New Castle to the late Arthur and Louise (Duncan) Davis.Benny was employed as a tool and die maker for Ready Corporation in Connersville and Hart-Up Corporation […] — (Posted October 28, 2024)
Kristen L Bowermaster Kristen L. Bowermaster, age 43, of Eaton, Ohio died at home on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Born on May 30, 1981 in Richmond, Indiana. She was a graduate of Twin Valley South High School. Kristen was known for her sense of humor and loved to go swimming. She really enjoyed spending her summers at the […] — (Posted October 28, 2024)