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.
Kathy Muse CAMBRIDGE CITY-  Kathy Muse, 60, passed away peacefully at her home in rural Cambridge City on Tuesday morning September 3, 2024.  Kathleen Marie Erikson was born on a naval ship in Newport, Rhode Island on September 30, 1963.  Formerly of Anderson, she has made her home in the Cambridge City community for many years.  Kathy […] — (Posted September 4, 2024)
Kim Davis Kim A. Davis, 68, of Richmond, passed on Tuesday September 3, 2024 at Reid Hospital. He was born on September 19, 1955 in New Castle to Ralph and Ellen (Baker) Davis. Kim attended Chrysler High School. He and Pauletta Burner were married on August 26, 1978 and just celebrated their 46th anniversary. Kim worked as […] — (Posted September 4, 2024)
Michael Massengale Michael Massengale, 55, of New Castle, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born May 12, 1969 in New Castle, a son of the late Bobby Joe and Vena Louise (Foster) Massengale. Mike never met a stranger. He was always considerate of others and loved animals. A hard worker, […] — (Posted September 4, 2024)
Raymond E. Hollingsworth, Sr. Raymond Hollingsworth, Sr., age 72 of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on September 2, 2024. Born on December 18, 1951, in Richmond, he remained a lifelong View full obituary — (Posted September 4, 2024)
Gene Chasteen Gene Chasteen age 82 of Richmond died September 1, 2024 at Willows of Richmond. He was born may 14, 1942 in Berea, Kentucky to Gilbert View full obituary — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Mark Duane Harrison Mark Duane Harrison, 66, of Wilkinson passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at his residence. On April 11, 1958, he was born in Franklin, IN a son of Beryl and Rovena (Sweaney) Harrison. Respectful, high energy, meticulous, caregiver, always knew where you stood but with a kind loving heart is just a few ways […] — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Ann Elizabeth Shazer Ann Elizabeth (Smith) Shazer, of Greensburg, IN, passed away surrounded by loving family on September 1, 2024, at the age of 89, after a long illness of dementia. She was the daughter of Robert Barlow Smith and Verner Harrison Cochrane Smith of Chester, WV. Ann cherished the memory of her beloved late husband, Thomas DeWitt […] — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Ronald William Howe Ronald William Howe, 66, a resident of New Castle passed away Sunday, September 1, 2024 at Henry Community Health. He was born October 17, 1957 in New Castle to the late Charles and Freda (Marshall) Howe. Ron retired from the New Castle Correctional Facility and was formerly employed at Highway Liquor and Save-On Liquor Stores […] — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Phyllis L. Asher 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 September 3, 2024)
Dennis W. Musser Dennis Wayne Musser, 77 went home to be with the Lord on September 1, 2024 at his residence in Connersville. He was born on May View full obituary — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Royce DeWayne Mathews Royce DeWayne Mathews, age 81, of New Castle, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 16, 1943 in New Castle to the late Rolland and Vera (Powers) Mathews. A proud Mooreland Alumni, Royce was a 1961 graduate of Mooreland […] — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Hugh “Ernie” Bills Hugh “Ernie” Bills, 68 of Connersville passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024. He was born on August 10, 1956 in Connersville to Bernard Bills View full obituary — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Donald Winchester RICHMOND, IN. -Donald Winchester passed away peacefully at home on August 29, 2024, in Richmond, Indiana, the community that welcomed him into the world on October 22, 1946. He loved spending time with his family and friends, always ready with a listening ear and a helping hand. Don proudly served in the U.S. Army, and […] — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Wanda Lee Litteral Vernon CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Wanda Lee Litteral Vernon, of Centerville, Indiana, was born in Soldier, Kentucky, on September 24, 1926. She passed away on August 23, 2024, 31 days before her 98th birthday in the care of her loving daughter. She was a stay-at-home mom, raising four children. Wanda’s second love was her garden. Her backyard […] — (Posted September 3, 2024)
Dean “Bud” Lester, Jr.  Bud Lester, whose given name was Dean A. Lester, Jr., passed away on August 31, 2024 leaving a legacy of love, dedication, and humility that will continue to inspire generations to come. Born on November 9, 1954 in Winchester, IN, a man of humble beginnings and simple pleasures, Bud cherished his family and his farm […] — (Posted September 2, 2024)
William J. Steele William J. “Bill” Steele, age 82 of Eaton, Ohio, died on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton surrounded by his children. Born on November 22, 1941 in Muncie, Indiana, son of the late Frederick William & Mary Alice (Warner) Steele. He was a 1960 graduate of Eaton High School where he was a […] — (Posted September 2, 2024)
Timothy D. Daugherty Timothy D. Daugherty, age 66 of Richmond, Indiana died Saturday morning, August 31, 2024, at his residence. Tim was born on February 16, 1958, in Richmond, Indiana the son of the late William T. “Bill” & Betty Lou (Carroll) Daugherty. He was a 1976 National Trail High School graduate and served four years in the […] — (Posted September 1, 2024)
Paul Drew Sr. Paul E. Drew, Sr., 71, passed away late Friday evening, August 30, 2024 at his home in Connersville. One of six children of Fred, Sr. and Sara Hudson Drew, Paul was born in Rushville on November 1, 1952 and attended Connersville High School. Paul’s life was a testament to his generous spirit, always finding joy […] — (Posted August 31, 2024)
Barbara M. Shock Barbara M. Shock, age 80, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024 at Reid Health in Richmond, IN. She was born November 30, 1943 in Richmond to the late Earl and Echo Dale Sinks. She enjoyed riding motorcycles with her husband Myron, watching western movies and cooking; and most of all spending […] — (Posted August 31, 2024)
Billie Jean Fisher RICHMOND, Ind. – Billie Jean Fisher, age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, August 30, 2024, at Reid Health surrounded by family. Born December 4, 1937, in Symbol, Kentucky, to Nolan and Cecil Parker Patton, Billie had lived in this area since childhood. She worked in childcare at the Wernle Youth and Family Treatment Center […] — (Posted August 30, 2024)
Buddy Hicks Mt. Auburn-  Leland Jerry “Buddy” Hicks, 85,  passed away Thursday evening August 29, 2024 at his home in Mt. Auburn with his loved ones at his side.  A son of the late Leland and Selma (Malone) Hicks, Leland J. Hicks was born in Greeneville, Tennessee on August 7, 1939.  Buddy moved with his family to […] — (Posted August 30, 2024)
John Leonard Stotler It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of John Leonard Stotler who left us on August 28th, 2024. He was a man of character and wit, leaving a mark on all who knew him. Born in Eaton, Ohio he developed a lifelong love for sailing while a counselor at Culver Military Academy. […] — (Posted August 30, 2024)
Delana Eid  Delana Eid, age 90, of Bloomington, Indiana, passed away on August 26, 2024. She was born on November 26, 1933 in Keno, Kentucky to the late Jennings and Mary (Super) Morrow. Services for Delana will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, 3, 2024 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle, IN. You may express condolences […] — (Posted August 29, 2024)
Jolene Williams RICHMOND, Ind. – Jolene Williams, age 50, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at University of Cincinnati Hospital surrounded by family. Born November 5, 1973, in Richmond, Indiana, to Joseph Edward and Dora Ann Asbury Udisky Jr., Jolene was a life-long resident of Richmond. She was self-employed. Jolene loved talking on the phone […] — (Posted August 29, 2024)
William Craig McClure William Craig McClure of College Corner, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at the young age of 62. He was born on January View full obituary — (Posted August 29, 2024)
Paul W. Little Paul Wayne Little, 56, of Webster, died Monday, August 26, 2024, at Brookside Haven, Muncie. He was born in Richmond on February 11, 1968 to Ray and Donna (Shook) Little and was a life long resident of Wayne County. Paul was a graduate of Northeastern High School. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church […] — (Posted August 29, 2024)
John Alan Powell John A. Powell, 71, of Connersville passed away Wednesday evening, August 28, 2024 at Reid Health, Richmond. One of three children of John U. and Ruth Wyatt Powell, John was born in Connersville on October 8, 1952 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1970. On July 4, 1988, John married the […] — (Posted August 29, 2024)
Ronald H. Bass Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted August 28, 2024)
Geneva Taylor Geneva Taylor, 74, of Connersville went to the Lord on August 27, 2024, at the home of her daughter in Wayne County, Indiana, where she had resided for the past five months. Geneva was the thirteenth child born of fifteen, to Pal and Dovie Staley, on November 12, 1949 in Whitley City, Kentucky. An Eastern […] — (Posted August 28, 2024)
Carolyn A. Huddleston Carolyn A. Huddleston, age 48 of Eaton, Ohio died Monday, August 26, 2024, at Kettering Health – Eaton. Carolyn was born on October 9, 1975, in Angela City Philippines. Carolyn was a 1994 Eaton High School graduate and had attended El Camino College. She has lived in California most all her life and in Eaton […] — (Posted August 28, 2024)