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.
Frank Arthur Brooks Sr. Frank Arthur Brooks Sr., 76, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Monday, October 7, 2024, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born on November 2, 1947, in Seymour, Indiana, a son of the late Hazle Arthur and Emma Jane (Bush) Brooks. Frank graduated from Seymour […] — (Posted October 8, 2024)
Bonnie Lazano Bonnie Lazano of Richmond, Indiana passed away on October 6, 2024. She was born January 25, 1949 in Richmond, Indiana to Harrison Hurd and Roberta View full obituary — (Posted October 8, 2024)
Donna Jean Vest Donna Jean Buttery Vest, 79, of Connersville, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at her residence. One of four children to George Buttery and Ester Crane Buttery, Donna was born April 12, 1945, in Hamilton, Ohio. On September 14, 1963, Donna married Larry Allen Vest in Connersville. Mr. Vest passed away November 23, 2003. […] — (Posted October 8, 2024)
Charles Richard Fitzgerald Charles Richard Fitzgerald 76 of Richmond passed away on October 2, 2024, in his home after a long illness. He was born January 22, 1948, View full obituary — (Posted October 8, 2024)
Robert J. “Bob” Thalls On October 5, 2024, Robert “Bob” Thalls peacefully passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family to whom he had devoted his life. Bob’s View full obituary — (Posted October 8, 2024)
Earl G. Hunt Earl G. Hunt, 83, of Kennard, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, at IU Ball Hospital in Muncie. He was born April 4, 1941, in Kennard to Paul and Mildred (Snodgress) Hunt. Earl was a self-employed fur buyer and seller. He owned the Fur Barn in Kennard. Along with the fur trade Earl was an […] — (Posted October 8, 2024)
Bryan Ray Hoke Bryan Ray Hoke, age 58, of Lewisburg, OH, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Maria Joseph Care Center. He was born at Wright Patterson Air Force Base on July 4, 1966, to his loving parents Clarence Hoke, Jr. of Phillipsburg, OH and Kathleen Mae (Schaefer) Hoke of Verona, OH.  Bryan attended Tri-County North […] — (Posted October 8, 2024)
Duane Allen Petitt Duane Allen Petitt, 63, of Williamsburg Indiana passed away on October 4th 2024. Duane was born on September 9th 1961 to Jewell and Harold Petitt View full obituary — (Posted October 7, 2024)
Carolyn Stearns Carolyn Witter Stearns, 94, of West College Corner, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024, at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital, Oxford. Daughter of Ross View full obituary — (Posted October 7, 2024)
Jutta Mueller Jutta Mueller, age 88, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024, in Richmond, Indiana. Jutta, born on October 26, 1935, in Leipzig, Germany, and was the daughter of Willy and Martha (Blau) Franc. She and her 5 siblings, one brother and four sisters, grew up in Groetsch, Germany. Jutta left her home and family […] — (Posted October 7, 2024)
Madge Stiefel Madge B. (Dishman) Stiefel, 86, of New Castle, passed away at her home on Friday, October 4, 2024. She was born February 10, 1938, in Indianapolis to Staley and Pearl (Davis) Dishman. Madge was a 1956 graduate of New Castle High School, was baptized as a teen in New Lisbon, attended First Baptist Church and […] — (Posted October 7, 2024)
Daniel Edward Davis Daniel Edward Davis, 51, of Shirley passed away October 6, 2024 at his residence. He was born July 17, 1973 in New Castle the son of Clarence and Patricia (McClure) Davis.  Daniel was a graduate of Eastern Hancock High School. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Technology. In his earlier years he enjoyed working […] — (Posted October 7, 2024)
Phyllis Lee Lehman Phyllis Lee Hamilton Lehman 104 died Sunday, October 6, 2024, at her daughter’s home. She was born in July 1920 In Greenville, Ohio. She married View full obituary — (Posted October 7, 2024)
Mary Huber Mary Esther Huber née Henrikson passed away on October 3, 2024 in Richmond, Indiana. Mary is survived by her husband, Larry Huber of Richmond, Indiana; her son William Huber and daughter-in-law Ursula Askins Huber of Plymouth, New Hampshire, and daughter Johanna Huber Santa Rita of Baltimore, Maryland. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Sterling Huber […] — (Posted October 7, 2024)
Nancy Jane Worley Nancy Jane Worley passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 3rd at Hidden Springs Senior Living in Springboro, Ohio. Nancy was born on June 11, 1944 in Richmond, IN to the late James E. and Norma R. (Kuth) Glander. Nancy was a life-long resident of West Alexandria, Ohio and longtime member at Salem Lutheran Church After […] — (Posted October 7, 2024)
Patricia Ann French Patricia Ann French, 77, of Ft. Myers, Florida and formerly of Mt. Summit died October 6, 2024 peacefully at her home.  Arrangements are pending at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle. You may express condolences or share a memory of Pat at www.hinsey-brown.com. — (Posted October 6, 2024)
Mary Vivia Michael It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Vivia Michael on Saturday, October 5, 2024. She passed away in her home which was one of her last wishes. Mary, formerly from Camden, Ohio, currently made her home in Eaton, Ohio where she departed this life for her heavenly home. She was […] — (Posted October 6, 2024)
Emerson Brown Emerson Brown, 84, of Pensacola, Florida, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away at his home on Sept. 8, 2024. He was born on May 17, 1940, in Campton, Kentucky, the son of Clifford & Leona (Culbertson) Brown. At the age of three, Emerson and his family moved to Butler County, Ohio, and then later […] — (Posted October 6, 2024)
George E. Caldwell George E. Caldwell, 75, passed away at his home, Friday morning, October 4¸2024, following an extended illness. He was born October 6, 1948, in New Castle to the late William and Mary (Moody) Caldwell. A 1966 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School, George also graduated from Ball State University with a bachelor’s degree in […] — (Posted October 5, 2024)
Howard F. Weatherly Howard F. Weatherly, age 83, of Eaton, OH, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024. He was born July 13, 1941 in Castine, OH to the late Nelson E. and Zelma C. Weatherly. Howard graduated from Monroe High School. He retired in 1991 as a Highway Superintendent from the Preble County Highway Department. In addition […] — (Posted October 5, 2024)
Mark Neel Harrison Mark Neel, 59, of New Castle, died Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He was born in New Castle on August 21, 1965 to Harrison T., Jr. and Genevieve (Favorite) Neel and lived most of his life in Wayne and Henry counties. Mark was an avid NASCAR fan. He enjoyed fishing, camping and tinkering with cars. […] — (Posted October 5, 2024)
Debbie Smith Debra “Debbie” Sue Smith, 61, of Cambridge City, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie. Debbie was born on October 31, 1962, in Batesville, Indiana. Debbie held positions at J+J Packaging, Sparkle Car Wash, and the Department of Natural Resources at Brookville Reservoir. Her professional experience spans across diverse […] — (Posted October 4, 2024)
Edward D. Jones Edward D. Jones, 67, of Mooreland, passed from this life to his Heavenly reward Thursday morning at his home following a brief illness. He was born December 13, 1956, in New Castle to the late William E. and Iris (Houser) Jones. A 1975 graduate of Blue River Valley High School, Ed farmed with Whisler Farms, […] — (Posted October 4, 2024)
Irma H. Berry RICHMOND, IN -Irma H. Berry, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born May 29, 1927, in Richmond, Indiana, to Fredrick Karl and Christina Zeiher Hagel, Irma was a life-long resident of this community. She was a 1945 graduate of Richmond High School and a 1965 graduate of […] — (Posted October 4, 2024)
Michelle “Chelle” L. Arthur Michelle L. “Chelle” Arthur, age 54, of New Paris, Ohio, died unexpectedly at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Born on January 19, 1970 in Wayne County, Michigan, daughter of Gary Michael & Sherry Caral (Drouillard) Shelton. Chelle grew up in Garden City, Michigan and later moved to Farmington, Michigan. […] — (Posted October 4, 2024)
Barry Dean Emmons Barry Dean Emmons, 63, passed away on October 2, 2024, after a three-year battle with cardiovascular disease initiated by the COVID-19 virus.Our dad was born in Muncie, Indiana, on August 17, 1961, to R. Gene Emmons and V. Lucille Collier. He grew up in a musical family, with his father and maternal grandfather, Marshall, performing […] — (Posted October 3, 2024)
Virginia Luella Conley — (Posted October 3, 2024)
Robert A. Hoskins Robert A. Hoskins age 81 of Middletown, Ohio passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Atrium Medical Center in Middletown, OH. Born on November 16, 1942, he was the son of the late, Arthur & Dorothy (Lane) Hoskins. Robert was a Gratis High School graduate and served in the U.S. Navy. He had worked at […] — (Posted October 3, 2024)
Angela Kay Waymire Angela Kay “Angie” Waymire, 55, of Eaton, Ohio, died Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at her residence. She was born on May 24, 1969 in Dayton, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her Father: Richard William Waymire; Sister: Cheryl Lin Waymire; Brother: Randy W. (Sylvia) Waymire. Survived by her Mother: Linda Lou (Beane) Waymire; Aunts, […] — (Posted October 3, 2024)
Thomas E. Swoveland Thomas Eric Swoveland, 60, of Hagerstown, died at his home on Monday, September 30, 2024. He was born in Muncie on October 10, 1963 to Jackie and Carolyn (McCord) Swoveland and was a life long resident of the Hagerstown area. Tom was a former police officer with Hagerstown Police Department and also in Orleans, IN. […] — (Posted October 3, 2024)