Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

Mark Feemster David Mark Feemster, 72, passed away Thursday afternoon July 11th, 2024, at his home in Cambridge City, with his loved ones by his side. Mark was born in Richmond, Indiana, to David A. and Ruth (Chapman) Feemster on July 18th, 1951. Mark grew up in Cambridge City, playing catcher on Stewart’s little league team and […] — (Posted July 16, 2024)

David Allen Thomas David Allen Thomas, age 86 of Farmland, Indiana went to be with the Lord on Sunday July 14, 2024. He was born in a house on Abington Pike on July 3, 1938, to Willard and Alice Stanley Thomas and lived on the Thomas homeplace on Inke Rd. for several years. David graduated from Fountain City […] — (Posted July 16, 2024)

Rachel D. Brown Rachel D. Brown, 50, passed away on July 14, 2024 in Connersville, IN. Rachel was born on July 12, 1974, and is the daughter of View full obituary — (Posted July 16, 2024)

Paulette Cole Paulette Cole, age 79, passed away on Saturday July 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving husband James. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on November 30, 1944 to Chester “Chet” and Lorraine Hammons. Paulette grew up in Billingsville, Indiana and graduated from College Corner High School in 1962. She worked as a lab technician for […] — (Posted July 16, 2024)

Roger W. Esker Roger Wiley Esker died July 14, 2024, with family by his side. Roger was born on January 25, 1937, to Eugene Esker and Marguerite Meyers Esker in Norwalk, Ohio where he discovered his lifelong passion for steam engine locomotives after listening to stories of his grandfathers’ adventures. He met his sweetheart, Kay Elizabeth Stephens, shortly […] — (Posted July 16, 2024)

Joyce N. Tipton RICHMOND, Ind. – Joyce N. Tipton, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, July 13, 2024, at home surrounded by family. Born July 16, 1942, in Livingston, Kentucky, to John and Kitty Bell Smith Sams, Joyce had lived in this area since she was a teenager. She worked in environmental services at Reid Health for […] — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Lois Anita Watson Lois Anita Watson age 80 formerly of Richmond living in Mason, Ohio died Sunday, July 14, 2024. She was born February 10, 1944, in Connersville, View full obituary — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Ann Cheek Ann Cheek passed away July 13, 2024. She was born November 18, 1943, in Richmond, Indiana. Ann loved baseball and was an avid Cincinnati Reds View full obituary — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Nicolas C. Behner Nicolas C. Behner, 44, passed away Tuesday evening July 9, 2024 while enjoying snorkeling for shells in the warm, shallow waters of the Gulf of Mexico in the Pensacola/Fort Walton Beach area. He was vacationing with his wife of seven years and her family. Nic graduated May 13, 1998, from Hamilton Heights High School, Arcadia, […] — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Annis Eunice Wallace Annis Eunice Wallace, age 90, of Greensboro, IN, passed away on July 14, 2024 at Addison Place in New Castle. She was born on June 19, 1934 in New Castle, Indiana to the late James Emery and Dorothy Mae (Lucas) Marks. A graduate of New Castle High School, Annis began her career as a dance […] — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Peggy Ewing STRAUGHN- Margaret Anne Ewing, affectionately known as “Peggy,” peacefully passed away on July 7, 2024, at the age of 67 in Straughn, Indiana. Born on January 13, 1957, in New Castle, Indiana to Anna and Junior Haskett, Peggy graduated from Tri Jr.- Sr. High School in 1975 and dedicated 25 years of hard work at […] — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Rosemary Moore RICHMOND, Ind. – Rosemary Moore, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Brickyard Nursing Home. Born December 15, 1936, to Robert and Edna Louise Shaffer Dance, Rosemary was raised on their family farm in Liberty, Indiana, along with her sister Glenna and brother Robert “Bobby”. She is survived by her […] — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Billy Ray (Ziffle) Arnold RICHMOND, Ind. – Billy Ray (Ziffle) Arnold, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, July 13, 2024, at home after a brief illness, caused by exposure to Agent Orange while he was serving his country. Born November 1, 1949, in Winchester, Indiana, to Harold and Laveda Eisenhower Arnold, Billy was a life-long resident of this […] — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Sue A. Allard Sue A. Allard of Connersville passed away on July 13, 2024 at Heritage House at the age of 89. She was born in Fayette County, View full obituary — (Posted July 15, 2024)

Roger Neideffer Bales Roger Neideffer Bales was born on September 8, 1953 in New Castle, Indiana. He went to be with his Heavenly Father on July 10, 2024 with family and close friends by his side. He was an honest man, a down to earth, no frills, just get ‘er done kind of guy. He was intelligent, creative, […] — (Posted July 14, 2024)

Victoria Jo (Isenhart) Foley Victoria Jo Foley (Isenhart), affectionately known by many as Vicki Jo, passed away on July 12, 2014, in Richmond, Indiana at age 76. Born on View full obituary — (Posted July 14, 2024)

Dale E. Beck Dale E. Beck, 67, of Franklin County, passed away Thursday morning, July 11, 2024 at Margaret Mary Health in Batesville, Indiana. He was born February 8, 1957 in Wayne County, one of five children of Clinton and Joan Railsback Beck. That same year, he moved with his family to a farm in Franklin County and […] — (Posted July 13, 2024)

Opal McQueen NEW CASTLE- Opal Kay ”Free” Kendall McQueen was born on March 18, 1944 in Ashland, Indiana. She was the daughter of the late Hucy Phillip Free, Sr. and Eva “Lamberson” Ward Free New. Opal gained her wings on July 12, 2024 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. […] — (Posted July 13, 2024)

Robert L. “Bud” King Robert L. “Bud” King passed away on Thursday July 11, 2024 at the age of 91. He was born in Carthage to Fred and Rachel View full obituary — (Posted July 12, 2024)

Laura Marie Platts Laura Marie Platts, 70, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Morristown Manor after a courageous fight. She was born August 19, 1953 at Henry County Hospital the daughter of Donald and Patricia (Killey) Platts. Laura was a 1971 Chrysler High School graduate. She was a stay at home mom for the first 6 or […] — (Posted July 12, 2024)

John Brandt John Brandt, 86, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at his home. He was born June 27, 1938, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to the late Edward B. & Borghild (Syverson) Brandt. — (Posted July 12, 2024)

Margaret “Peggy” Ewing Obituary to follow — (Posted July 12, 2024)

David Feemster David Mark Feemster, 72, passed away Thursday afternoon July 11th, 2024, at his home in Cambridge City, with his loved ones by his side. Mark was born in Richmond, Indiana, to David A. and Ruth (Chapman) Feemster on July 18th, 1951. Mark grew up in Cambridge City, playing catcher on Stewart’s little league team and […] — (Posted July 12, 2024)

Nevada June Mullins Nevada June Mullins, 78, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at her residence in Laurel. A daughter of Chester Burch and Florence Crawley, Nevada was born June 10, 1946 in Connersville. In 1965, Nevada married James E. Mullins. Mr. Mullins passed away on February 10, 2004. Nevada was a […] — (Posted July 12, 2024)

Rick Grider Rick Grider, 58, of Spiceland passed away on Sunday, July 7th, 2024. He was born August 18th, 1965 in New Castle, Indiana. Rick is the son of the late Mildred Sue (Hicks) Grider, and Johnnie Lee Grider. Rick was a 1984 Graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He was employed with SES Environmental, based […] — (Posted July 12, 2024)

Michael Piercy Michael Piercy, 43, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly Monday July 8, 2024, in Anderson at ST. Vincent Hospital. He was born December 4, 1980, in New Castle to the late Paul Piercy & Barbara Hughes. There will be no services at this time. Rose City Funeral Home directors and staff are honored to serve […] — (Posted July 12, 2024)

Chinnita E. Turner Chinnita E. Turner, 80, of Dayton, Ohio passed away on July 9, 2024. She was born August 29, 1943 in Muncie, Indiana to the late View full obituary — (Posted July 12, 2024)

Kimberly Lynn Wybiral Kimberly Lynn Wybiral, 45, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024 following a brief battle with cancer. She was born December 26, 1978 in New Castle to David L. Wybiral and Constance Ann (Wayne) Cash. Kim was a vibrant individual who graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1996. She had a zest for […] — (Posted July 11, 2024)

Karen White Karen Marie White, age 51, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2024, at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. Born on July 13, 1972, at Grissom Air Force Base, Bunker Hill, Indiana. The daughter of Christine and Harvey Robbins. Karen was a beloved wife, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. Karen is survived by her […] — (Posted July 11, 2024)