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.
Merle E. Davis Sr. CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Merle E. Davis Sr., age 75, of Centerville, Indiana, died Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Reid Health. Born August 31, 1948, in New Castle, Indiana, to Ross and Etta Davis Jr., Merle was a resident of this area since 1974. He was a high school graduate. Merle was a member of the […] — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Lily Moffitt Lily Victoria Moffitt, 19, of Cambridge City, passed away at home on Sunday July 28, 2024. She was born in Muncie on May 18, 2005 to Cliff Shoemaker and Marie Moffitt and lived her entire life in this area. Lily was a 2023 graduate of Lincoln High School and was working as a counter clerk […] — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Roscoe Phenis Roscoe Albertus Phenis, known as Roscoe A. Phenis, born on November 3, 1938 in Lynn, Indiana, was called to his eternal home on July 26, 2024. A generous, compassionate, loving, and thoughtful soul, Roscoe was a pillar of the Abundant Life United Pentecostal Church community. His devout faith and commitment to the teachings of Jesus […] — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Patricia R. Newman Patricia R. Newman, 83, formerly of Eaton, Ohio, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 24th at Dayspring of Miami Valley/Fairborn. Born on February 14th, 1941 in Georgetown, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Agnes (Balof) Dungan. Pat was a 1959 graduate of Jefferson High […] — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Lee Crawley Lee R. Crawley of Connersville, IN passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at the young age of 68. He was born on May View full obituary — (Posted July 29, 2024)
John Allen Gnau RICHMOND, IN. – John Allen Gnau, age 68, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, July 19, 2024, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, following an undiagnosed illness. Born October 28, 1955, to Paul C. and Margaret G. Frazer Gnau, John was a life-long resident of this community. He was a 1974 graduate of Richmond High […] — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Brian LaMaster RICHMOND, Ind. – Brian LaMaster passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, July 7, 2024. He had struggled with heart problems his entire life. Brian had a deep faith in God and his beliefs led his path in life. Brian practiced Ninjitsu for most of his life and loved the outdoors. He never met […] — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Patricia Lowe Patricia Lowe of New Castle passed away Sunday July 28, 2024 at Henry Community Health. A full obituary will be posted soon. — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Bonita Melanie Harry Bonita “Bonnie” Melanie Harry, 77, of Connersville passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 25, 2024 at her home. Bonnie was born June 26, 1947, in Wayne County, Indiana. One of three children of Herschel Lester and Freya Whitely Barnes. On April 12,1974, she married the love of her life, Wayne Edwin Harry and they built their […] — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Carolyn Sue Race Carolyn Sue Race 87 of Richmond passed away Wednesday evening of July 24, 2024, at Arbor Trace in Richmond—the daughter of the late John and View full obituary — (Posted July 29, 2024)
Richard L. “Dick” Francis Richard L. “Dick” Francis, age 87, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton, OH. He was born May 5, 1937 in Eaton. Dick was an Ohio Army National Guard Veteran; was a City of Eaton volunteer firefighter from 1975 to 2000; was a Hunter Education […] — (Posted July 28, 2024)
Randy L. Abbott Randy L. Abbott, 66, of Lewisville, passed away Friday, July 26, 2024 at The Waters of New Castle. Randy had valiantly fought brain cancer for ten years. He was born July 5, 1958 in Berne, Indiana, a son of Vernon and Betty (Knavel) Abbott. A 1976 graduate of South Adams High School in Berne, Randy […] — (Posted July 27, 2024)
Raymond E Shepherd Raymond E. Shepherd, age 89, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. He was born February 28, 1935 in Dayton, OH to the late Sonny F. and Ruby E. (Ray) Shepherd. Raymond was a U.S. Army Veteran and member of the American Legion Post # […] — (Posted July 27, 2024)
Haisley May Rathburn Haisley May Rathburn, infant daughter of Dylan and Dakota Isaacs Rathburn, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at her home. Haisley was born on February 4, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Besides her parents, survivors include a sister, Kinsley Rathburn; paternal grandparents, Kari Tremain and Chris Rathburn, both of Connersville; maternal grandparents, Shannon Watson […] — (Posted July 27, 2024)
Mary Margaret Wilmoth Allen RICHMOND, Ind. – Mary Margaret Wilmoth Allen, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, took her last earthly breath and her first heavenly breath on Friday, July 26, 2024, as she was reunited with her Lord and Savior. Born June 9, 1934, in Tazewell, Tennessee, to Herman and Myrtle Harrell Wilmoth, Margaret lived in Richmond most of […] — (Posted July 27, 2024)
Danny Hilton Danny Hilton, 63, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie surrounded by his family. He was born October 21, 1960, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Charles & Amanda (Denney) Hilton. Danny was a man’s man and lived life to its fullest. Sometimes marching […] — (Posted July 26, 2024)
Phyllis Anne Marling Phyllis Anne (Lilly) Marling, age 89 of Eaton, Ohio, died Thursday, July 25, 2024, at The Springs of Richmond in Richmond, Indiana. She was born on January 28, 1935, in Richmond, Indiana, daughter of the late Carl Otis and Bessie (Catey) Lilly. Phyllis was a graduate of Union High School in College Corner, Indiana and […] — (Posted July 26, 2024)
Ruth Grider Ruth Elaine Grider, 88, of Alexandria, TN and formerly of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born December 12, 1935, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Ralph & Mary (Koons) Higgins. Visitation for Robin will be Wednesday July 31, 2024, at Rose City […] — (Posted July 26, 2024)
David Risley David Risley, 70, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at the Glen Oaks Health Campus after battling a long illness. He was born in New Castle at the Henry County Hospital on October 19, 1953, a son of the late Hobart Lee and Helen Jane (Farrow) Risley. David was a 1971 graduate of the […] — (Posted July 26, 2024)
Kirk Alan Wilson Kirk Alan Wilson passed away at home on July 20th, 2024. He was born July 24th, 1967, in Lafayette, Indiana, the son of Thomas and View full obituary — (Posted July 26, 2024)
Shirley V. Davis Shirley V. Davis, 83, of New Castle, and formerly of Muncie, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Morristown Manor following an extended illness. She was born March 13, 1941, in Morehead, KY, a daughter of the late Allie and Eliza (Loveless) Plank. Shirley was a long-time, dedicated member of The Sanctuary of New Castle, […] — (Posted July 26, 2024)
Randall Craig Allen Randall Craig Allen, 61, passed away at his residence in Connersville on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Oldest of two children to Richard Allen and Carolyn Rusk, Randy was born January 28, 1963, in Connersville and spent most of his life in Brookville. Randy was a truck driver for many years. In his leisure time, he […] — (Posted July 25, 2024)
Roberta “Bobbi” Harrison Roberta “Bobbi” Harrison, 63 of Connersville passed away on July 24, 2024. She was born on February 22, 1960 in Connersville to William Shelby and View full obituary — (Posted July 25, 2024)
Zella Mae Bouley Zella Mae Bouley 87 of Richmond passed away July 23, 2024. She was born October 1, 1936, in Kitchen Branch, Tennessee to Hubert and Zoliah View full obituary — (Posted July 25, 2024)
Jackie R. Rader Jackie Ray “Jack” Rader, age 85 of Eaton, Dixon Township, Ohio died Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Vancrest Health Care Center of Eaton. Jack was born on June 3, 1939, in New Paris, Ohio, the son of the late Everett Stanley & Arnetta (Howard) Rader.  Jack retired in 1999 as a maintenance supervisor for York […] — (Posted July 24, 2024)
James Gibson James Larry Gibson (Jim) 87, passed away on July 23, 2024. He was born April 30, 1937 to Russell and Erma Lucille Gibson in Connersville. View full obituary — (Posted July 24, 2024)
Elizabeth Buchanan Elizabeth Ann “Sib” Buchanan, our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 23, surrounded by her grateful and devoted family. She was born Elizabeth Ann Leavell May 1, 1928 to Freda Brown Leavell and Fred W. Leavell, DDS, of New Castle, Indiana. “Sib” attended Indiana University and was for […] — (Posted July 24, 2024)
Kevin Edward Mathews II Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted July 24, 2024)
Kenneth Dale Wilson RICHMOND, Ind. – Kenneth Dale Wilson, age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Indiana University Hospital in Indianapolis. Born September 28, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to Ronald B. and Retha Allen Wilson, Dale was a life-long resident of this area. He was a 1966 graduate of Whitewater – Fountain City High […] — (Posted July 23, 2024)
Becky Lynn Lindsey Becky Lynn Lindsey age 75 of Richmond passed away in her sleep at her home after an extended illness. She was born February 9, 1949, View full obituary — (Posted July 23, 2024)