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.
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)
Pam Barnes CAMBRIDGE CITY- Pam Barnes, 62, passed away early Saturday morning August 24, 2024.  A daughter of the late John Avery and Carolyn Jayne (Kuhn) Limburg, Pamela Dawn was born in New Castle, Indiana on December 5, 1961.  Pam attended Bentonville Elementary School and graduated from Lincoln High School in Cambridge City with the class of […] — (Posted August 27, 2024)
Jennifer L. Brown RICHMOND, Ind. – Jennifer L. Brown, age 58, died peacefully in Centerville, Indiana, on Sunday, August 25, 2024, in the compassionate care of Ambassador Health Care staff, with family by her side. She was born November 4, 1965, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Jack A. and Norma Scharlach Brown. She formerly worked at Taco Bell, Burger […] — (Posted August 27, 2024)
Marilyn L. Sliver Marilyn L. Sliver, age 91 of Eaton, Ohio died Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Vancrest of Eaton. Marilyn was born on July 25, 1933, in Richmond, Wayne County, Indiana, the daughter of the late William E. & Bessie (Izor) Sliver. She was a 1951 Eaton High School Graduate and in 1976 she retired as an […] — (Posted August 27, 2024)
Michael Alan Rutherford Michael “Mike” Alan Rutherford, 69, of Westfield and formerly of New Castle passed away August 26, 2024, at his residence. He was born April 4, 1955, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Donald Rutherford and Marilyn (Miller) Huff. Mike grew up in Michigan and graduated from Portland High School in Portland, Michigan. He graduated from […] — (Posted August 27, 2024)
Lois Jean Wiley Lois Jean Wiley, age 91, of New Paris, OH, passed away on Monday, August 26th, 2024 at her home. Lois was born on October 22nd, 1932 in New Madison, OH to the late Harold C. and Eugenia F. (Drew) Falknor. Lois was a hairdresser for many years, owning and operating the “Curl and Swirl” in […] — (Posted August 27, 2024)
Tom Stine Thomas Paul Stine, 69, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2024 at Reid Health in Richmond. A child of L. Paul Stine and Barbara Newquist Stine, Tom was born August 5, 1955, in Wilmington, Delaware and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1973. He went on to graduate from Ball State […] — (Posted August 27, 2024)
Jason Charles Singleton Jason Charles Singleton, 50, formerly of Connersville, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Reid Health in Richmond. A child of Charles Singleton and Debra Sams, Jason was born July 15, 1974 in Connersville and attended Connersville High School. On September 8, 2001, Jason married the former Shelly Sparks in Connersville. Mrs. Singleton survives. Jason […] — (Posted August 26, 2024)
Linda Sue Bailey Obituary pending.. There will be no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with final arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via View full obituary — (Posted August 26, 2024)
Lowell Munchel Lowell E. Munchel, 86, of New Madison, Ohio and formerly of Cambridge City, passed away on Sunday August 25, 2024 at Forest Park in Richmond. He was born on November 4, 1937 in New Paris, Ohio to Lawrence B. and Pauline C.(Bowles) Munchel. Lowell graduated in 1955 from Westmont High School in Hollansburg, Ohio. On […] — (Posted August 26, 2024)
Tom Holland Thomas L. “Tom” Holland, 92, of Glenwood, passed away Saturday afternoon, August 24, 2024 at Reid Health, Richmond. A son of Roy and Grace Brogdon Holland, Tom was born in Tennessee on July 29, 1932. Tom’s childhood move to Fayette County marked the beginning of a remarkable journey. His time at Orange High School was […] — (Posted August 26, 2024)
Gay Lynn Mullins Gay Lynn Mullins, 61, of New Castle passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24th, 2024. She was born September 29th, 1962 to the late James Thomas Sr. and Patricia Ann Dick. Gay was very active with her family. She would make a vacation out of going to cheer competitions. She was very supportive of her […] — (Posted August 25, 2024)