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.
Norma J. McCoy Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted August 19, 2025)
Frank Edward Faddis Frank Edward Faddis, 88, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at his home on August 18, 2025, after a long illness. He was born on May View full obituary — (Posted August 19, 2025)
William “Bill” Frederick Denny William “Bill” Frederick Denny, age 96 of Richmond, passed away peacefully on Saturday August 16, 2025, at Friends Fellowship Community. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on January 20, 1929, to Lawrence Frederick Denny and Nellie Lavonne Jones Denny. Bill graduated from Richmond High School in 1947, he attended Purdue University where he obtained his […] — (Posted August 19, 2025)
Betty Lou Osborne Betty Lou Osborne, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025 at the age of 97. She was born in Raleigh, Indiana on November 2, 1927 to Charles Chester and Flossie Fern (Jackson) Thomas. Betty graduated from Raleigh High School and worked for many years as a Nurse Aid in Jenkins Hall at Reid […] — (Posted August 19, 2025)
Conrad L. Dean Hunt Conrad L. Dean Hunt, (most known as Dean), 90, of Losantville passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. He was born February 13, 1935 in Modoc to the late Conrad R. Hunt and Dixie (Leeka) Hunt. Dean retired from Delco Battery division of General Motors in Muncie on […] — (Posted August 19, 2025)
Richard Thomas Stevens Richard Thomas Stevens, 71, a life-long resident of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, August 17, 2025 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. The youngest of two sons of Carson P. and Edna Isaacs Stevens, Richard was born on November 6, 1953 and was a graduate of Connersville High School with the class 1971 where […] — (Posted August 19, 2025)
Clayborne “Lee” Agnew OBITUARY IS FORTHCOMING. View full obituary — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Judith Godfrey Judith Rae Godfrey, age 84, of Fishers, Indiana, died August 17, 2025. She was born July 28, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to John R. and Ella J Bigler. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church. Judy attended schools in Chicago; Parma, Ohio; London, Ontario; Beloit, Wisconsin; and, in 1959, graduated from Lincoln High […] — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Marjorie Ann Hensel Howell CENTERVILLE, IN.- Marjorie Ann (Hensel) Howell, age 93, passed away peacefully on the morning of Aug. 18, 2025, at the assisted living facility at Arbor Trace in Richmond, Indiana. Born on July 25, 1932, in Kenton, Ohio, Marjorie, affectionately known as Marge, was the daughter of Marcus and Mabel (Thompson) Hensel. She graduated as valedictorian […] — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Gary L Moffett Gary L. Moffett passed away peacefully with his daughter by his side on August 18, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville at the age of View full obituary — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Darlene Johnson Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Marjorie Ann Bennett Obituary pending… A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, at Oak Park Church beginning at 12 noon. Family and friends may View full obituary — (Posted August 18, 2025)
James W. Knick James William Knick, 83, of Arcanum, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. He was born on March 13, 1942, in Arcanum, to the late William and Betty Louise (McLain) Knick. James will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 65 years, Linda (Bromangem) Knick; his children, James (Kim […] — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Juanita F. Wilson Juanita F. Wilson, age 62, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on August 16, 2025. She was born September 28, 1962, the daughter of James View full obituary — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Thomas Ricky Baldwin RICHMOND, Ind. – Thomas Ricky Baldwin, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Reid Health. Born May 7, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, to Basil E. and Virginia Clark Baldwin, Tom was a life-long resident of this area. He was a graduate of Centerville High School. Tom worked as a painter. He […] — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Justin Heyes Justin L. Heyes, 35, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2025, in Indianapolis. He was born October 10, 1989, in New Bedford, MA. Justin was a U.S. Army veteran and worked for Taylor Construction. Justin is survived by wife Breanna (Stephens) Heyes, whom he married March 8, 2025, son Aiden Smith, mother Lisa […] — (Posted August 18, 2025)
Delia Joan Hays Delia Joan Hays, age 95, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Friday, August 15, 2025, at Arbor Trace, surrounded by her family. Born February 20, 1930, in Dayton, Ohio, to Carroll and Nan Gartrell, Delia graduated from Jackson High School in Campbellstown, Ohio in 1948. She also attended Belmont High School in Dayton, Ohio. She worked […] — (Posted August 17, 2025)
Chris Lundy Chris Lundy, 79, of New Castle, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at home with her family by her side. Chris met her many health challenges with remarkable strength, courage, and determination. She was born on October 15, 1945, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of James Leonard Bicknell and the late Thelma Lee […] — (Posted August 16, 2025)
Jennifer Ann Coffey Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted August 16, 2025)
Wendy Kay Shade Wendy Kay Shade (Bond) passed away August 14, 2025 at Vancrest Nursing Home in Eaton, Ohio. She was born November 25, 1954 in Harlingen, Texas to Marjorie Schaller. Wendy is a 1972 graduate of Whitehall Yearling High School in Whitehall, Ohio. She enjoyed working for several manufacturing companies in Brookville, Ohio and Clayton, Ohio. She […] — (Posted August 15, 2025)
Fred Roger Dishong It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Fred Roger Dishong, who left this world peacefully at home on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 91. Fred was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather and great-grandfather, proud veteran, and master craftsman. His life was defined by integrity, hard work, […] — (Posted August 15, 2025)
Rodney Brower Rodney Gaar Brower, 89, of Cambridge City, passed away on Wednesday August 13, 2025 at Reid Hospital. He was born on March 31, 1936 in Connersville to Campbell S. Brower and Aletha Evelyn Gaar Brower. He was a 1954 graduate of Straughn High School and then Graduated from The Ohio State University in 1958 With […] — (Posted August 15, 2025)
Trina Faye Piercy-Harrington Trina Faye Piercy Harrington, 59, of New Castle passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Henry Community Health. She was born March 2, 1966 in New Castle to the late Ralph and Ruby Faye (Haines) Piercy. Trina was a 1984 graduate of New Castle High School. She was an avid fan and follower of Ozzy […] — (Posted August 15, 2025)
Daniel “Dan” Day Roach Daniel “Dan” Day Roach, 83, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on May 16, 1942, in Jeffersonville, IN, Dan was the son of the late Vernon and Louise (Kinnamon) Roach. He graduated from Bloomfield High School and went on to earn both his Master’s […] — (Posted August 15, 2025)
Lisa Smith NEW CASTLE – Lisa Smith, 60, formerly of Lewisville,  passed away at her home in New Castle, Indiana the evening of August 9th, 2025. A daughter of the late Osby and Nora (Guffey) Smith, Lisa was born on July 29th, 1965, in New Castle. Survivors include her two sons, Kyler Smith and Kevin Dwenger; sister, […] — (Posted August 15, 2025)
Eldo Venancio Lao Eldo Venancio Lao “Papi”, 85 left this world to meet his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born April 1, 1940 in Deleyte, Cuba to Juan Lao-Chuy and Marina Ramirez-Velasquez. He came to the United States in 1967 as a 27-year-old man, with the Bridges […] — (Posted August 14, 2025)
Donald L. “Donny” Russell Donald L. “Donny” Russell, 66, of Centerville, died August 13, 2025, at Reid Health. He was born September 20, 1958, in Richmond to David and View full obituary — (Posted August 13, 2025)
Robert M. Stemple Robert M. “Bob” Stemple, age 89 of New Paris, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 while surrounded by his family at his residence. Born on October 26, 1935 in New Hope, Preble County, Ohio, son of the late Barney Edward & Edna Pearl (Krall) Stemple. He was a 1953 […] — (Posted August 13, 2025)
Stephen D. Coates Stephen D. Coates, 77, of Richmond, passed away at Reid Health after a brief illness. He was born on August 29, 1947, to Jesse and View full obituary — (Posted August 13, 2025)
Larry Lee Hackman Larry Lee Hackman, age 79, originally of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on July 26, 2025. Larry was a 1964 graduate of Richmond Senior High School. He served his country in the National Guard and worked most of his career writing software packages for point-of-sale retail systems and consulting. […] — (Posted August 13, 2025)