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.
Tyla Dee Watson Tyla Dee Watson, 54, joined her younger brother, Brandon, and her mother, Lois, in Heaven on October 23, 2024. Tyla had a servant’s heart and View full obituary — (Posted October 26, 2024)
Bob Dillman Robert R. "Bob" Dillman, Sr., 90, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Thursday morning, October 24, while surrounded by his loving family.   Bob was born to George Alexander, Jr. & Pearl May Wolfenbarger Dillman in Richmond, Indiana on October 12, 1934. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. […] — (Posted October 26, 2024)
Jennifer Elaine McQuiddy Jennifer Elaine (Riddle) McQuiddy, 52, of Smithville, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was born June 27, 1972 in Muncie, Indiana to Gordon and Carolyn (Phelps) Riddle. Jennifer was a 1990 graduate of Blue River High School where she played volleyball, basketball and track. She attended Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana where she […] — (Posted October 25, 2024)
Barbara Dillman Barbara J. Dillman, 86, of Hagerstown, passed away on Thursday October 24, 2024 at Reid Hospital. She was born on March 26, 1938, in Monterey, Tennessee, to John C. and Artie Mae (Walker) Willis. Barbara and her family moved to Milton, Indiana in 1953 and she was a 1956 graduate of Milton High School. On […] — (Posted October 25, 2024)
Ruth Fear Ruth A. Fear, 61, of New Castle, formerly of Chicago, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024, at her home after a 7-year battle with cancer. She was born June 13, 1963, in Chicago, IL to the late George J. and Ellen E. Murray nee Oberfell. Ruth grew up on the south side of Chicago as […] — (Posted October 25, 2024)
Anna Elizabeth “Beth” Dick Anna Elizabeth “Beth” Dick, 103, of New Castle, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 23, 2024, at the Willows of New Castle. She was born on January 9, 1921, in Luretha, KY, a daughter of the late William M. and Anna (Richardson) Benge. In 1940, Beth married her beloved husband, […] — (Posted October 25, 2024)
Luther Allen Luther Allen, 83 of Richmond, Indiana, was born on September 15, 1941, to the late Linville and Ada Allen in Magoffin County, KY. He went View full obituary — (Posted October 25, 2024)
Robert Anthony Phipps Robert Anthony Phipps, 69 of Greens Fork, Indiana, died Tuesday, October 22, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on October 1, 1955 in Russell, Greenup County, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Robert Franklin and Bonnie Marie (Potter) Phipps, Jr. Anthony was employed at Fulmer Supermarkets in Springfield, Ohio for 33 years and Save […] — (Posted October 24, 2024)
Belinda May Harris-Ferguson Belinda May Harris-Ferguson, 83, of Spiceland went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. She was born December 17, 1940 in Kingsville, Ontario to the late Manley and Merva (Geauvreau) Gillett. Belinda and her husband, Bryce spent most of their […] — (Posted October 24, 2024)
Buster Jack Roberts Buster (Jack) Roberts, 74, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning, October 22, 2024, at Community South Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born June 9, 1950 in Indianapolis, a son of the late Jack and Ruth (Benge) Roberts.   Buster attended school at Arlington and then graduated in 1968 from La Salle High School. He […] — (Posted October 24, 2024)
Joshua D. Unger Joshua D. Unger, age 38, of Cincinnati, OH passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Joshua was born on August 15th, 1986 in Richmond, IN to Kevin and Ann Unger. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather James Hawley. Joshua is survived by his loving parents, Kevin and Ann Unger; children Aubrey and […] — (Posted October 24, 2024)
Douglas L. Bowers Douglas L. Bowers, born October 23, 1949, in Dayton, OH, died peacefully at his home in Brookville, on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the age of 74. An undeserving child of God. The husband to Jill for 52 years. A loving parent of three and grandparent to nine. A humble, servant leader to many, an […] — (Posted October 24, 2024)
Tara Kathlene Duval Tara Kathlene (Slettvet) Duvall, 62, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at her home. She was born July 9, 1962 in Henry County to the late Archie and Thelma Irene (Smith) Slettvet. Tara loved to paint and was an excellent at flower arrangements. She enjoyed dogs and her favorite was her Yorkie. […] — (Posted October 24, 2024)
Robert “Rob” Oliver Gethers Robert “Rob” Oliver Gethers Jr, 72 years of age, of Centerville, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on October 22, 2024, at Reid View full obituary — (Posted October 24, 2024)
Rev. Francis “Frank” E. Holman Dr. Francis “Frank” E. Holman of Richmond, Indiana went peacefully into the presence of his Lord surrounded by family and friends on Wednesday, October 23, View full obituary — (Posted October 24, 2024)
Nancy Wilson Nancy Wilson of Connersville passed away on Wednesday morning October 23, 2024, at the age of 89. She was born on November 13, 1934, in View full obituary — (Posted October 23, 2024)
Harold W. Hembree, Jr. Harold W. Hembree Jr., 79, of Spiceland, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024, at I. U. Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. Born on January 24, 1945, in New Castle, he was the son of the late Harold W. and Eunice Lotta (Wright) Hembree Sr.  Harry was a 1963 graduate of Spiceland High School […] — (Posted October 23, 2024)
Donald “Alfie” Albert Foster, Jr. Obituary Pending Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Monday, October 28, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Family and friends may visit Monday View full obituary — (Posted October 23, 2024)
Carolyn Baumer Carolyn Baumer 72 of San Leandro, California passed away on October 16, 2024. She was born November 26, 1951, in Richmond to George Willie and View full obituary — (Posted October 23, 2024)
Rochella Newland  Rochella Newland, 71, of Lynn, passed away on Monday, October 21 at Caroleton Healthcare Center in Connersville.  Born on June 16, 1953 in Winchester, Indiana, she was the daughter of Joseph M., Newland, Jr. & Eula Holbrook Newland.  Rochella was a member of the First Church of Christ in Lynn. She was a participant in […] — (Posted October 23, 2024)
Richard Howard Richard Eugene Howard of Connersville, IN passed away on October 11, 2024, at Reid Health in Richmond, IN at the age of 90. He was View full obituary — (Posted October 23, 2024)
Pastor Ryan M. Goodson RICHMOND, Ind. – Pastor Ryan M. Goodson, age 39, of Richmond, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Reid Health. Born April 8, 1985, to Mike and Kathy L. Richard Goodson, Ryan was a life-long resident of this community and graduated from Richmond High School in 2003. He was […] — (Posted October 22, 2024)
L. Scharlene Mahoney L. Scharlene Mahoney, aged 92, of Hagerstown, passed away Friday, October 18, 2024, at Parker Health and Rehab in Parker City after a brief illness. She was born on June 3,1923 to Charles and Edna Nott Farr of Greens Fork and lived all her life in the Hagerstown area. She was a 1959 graduate of […] — (Posted October 22, 2024)
Robert Stephen Dicken Robert Stephen Dicken I was born November 6, 1942 in New Castle, Indiana at The Clinic. My parents were James T. and Mary Adaline Dicken. I also had three brothers (John Richard, James Raymond, and Russell Eugene) and one sister (Marjorie Louise). Three and a half years later, I gained another sister (Rose Mary). Growing […] — (Posted October 22, 2024)
Vicky Ann Griffin Vicky Ann Griffin, 74, of Connersville passed away Monday, October 21, 2024, at Reid Health of Richmond after a courageous battle with cancer for many years. One of nine children of Elmer and Cynthia Chrisman Griffin Sr., Vicky was born December 26, 1950, in Rushville and was raised in the Rushville and Connersville areas. For […] — (Posted October 22, 2024)
Floyd R. Jones Floyd R. Jones, 79, a resident of New Castle passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. He was born March 21, 1945 in Albany, Kentucky to the late R.V. and Irene (Neal) Jones. A veteran of the U.S. Army from 1964 to 1967 in the Vietnam war. He worked for […] — (Posted October 22, 2024)
Peggy J. Roth Peggy J. Roth, 90, died Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Rosebud Village, Richmond. She was born on November 8, 1933 in Canton, MO to Russell and Lucille (Clements) Roth and lived most of her life in Wayne county. Peggy was a member of Economy United Methodist Church. She was a long time volunteer at the […] — (Posted October 22, 2024)
Mabel Esther Spurlock Mabel Esther Potter Spurlock, 85, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on October 15, 2024, at Reid Health after a long illness. She was born April View full obituary — (Posted October 21, 2024)
Scott Edwin Studebaker CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Scott Edwin Studebaker, age 57, of Centerville, Indiana, died Saturday, October 19, 2024, at home. Born June 12, 1967, in Springfield, Ohio, to Jerry and Judi Barnhart Studebaker, Scott was a life-long resident of this community. He was a 1985 graduate of Richmond High School and received his bachelor’s degree from Northwood […] — (Posted October 21, 2024)
Deborah Jean Barnes OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted October 21, 2024)