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.
Barbara H. Cook Barbara Helen Cook, 85, of Modoc, died Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Signature Health Care, Muncie, where she had recently resided. She was born in Wayne County on February 11, 1939 to Albert and Pauline (Coffin) Swaim and lived most of her life in the Modoc area. Barbara was a long time employee of Union […] — (Posted July 10, 2024)
Otis Taylor LIBERTY- Otis Eugene Taylor, 68, passed away Sunday July 7, 2024 at his home in Liberty, Indiana.  Otis was born in Tennessee on April 10, 1956.  He grew up in the Cambridge City community and attended Lincoln High School.  He worked sixteen years as a foreman for Asplundh Tree Service and also held jobs as […] — (Posted July 9, 2024)
Shonice D. Ford OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted July 9, 2024)
Barbara Ruth Rogers Barbara Ruth Rogers, 83, of Laurel passed away Monday, July 8, 2024 at University Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio. One of five children of Charles and Geneve Hackworth Johnson, Barbara was born in Waco, Kentucky on November 6, 1940 and graduated from Laurel High School with the class of 1958. On September 3, 1960, Barbara married Jon […] — (Posted July 9, 2024)
Betty J. Poindexter Betty J. Poindexter, 82, of New Castle, passed away Friday, July 5, 2024 at Henry Community Health. She was born January 14, 1942 in Monticello, KY, a daughter of the late Joseph Allen and Luverna (Kidd) Dobbs.  Betty was a homemaker most of her life, which she enjoyed. She also enjoyed playing Bingo, UNO, and […] — (Posted July 9, 2024)
Beverly Joyce Long Beverly Joyce Long, 78, of Connersville passed away early Thursday morning, June 27, 2024 at Reid Health, Richmond. A daughter of John C. and Marjorie Petro Richardson, Beverly was born in Arlington, Virginia on January 4, 1946. Mass of Christian Bural will be celebrated by Reverend Dustin Boehm at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 11, […] — (Posted July 9, 2024)
Calvin Leon Mitchell Calvin Leon Mitchell, 87, of Metamora passed away early Monday, July 8, 2024 at Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio. A son of Roy Mitchell and M. Katheryn Browning, Calvin was born in Connersville on May 19, 1937 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1955. On December 29, 2001, Calvin married his long-time […] — (Posted July 9, 2024)
Diana Lee Robbins Diana Lee Robbins, loving wife of Robert Robbins, passed away on July 7, 2024, at the age of 73 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. Diana, born on March 7, 1951 to Robert and Donna Ghearing, enjoyed her time on the golf course, a good game of bingo, and cherished moments with her grandkids. After […] — (Posted July 9, 2024)
Beverly Day Hoffman Beverly Day Hoffman, 71, of Barryton MI died July 7th. “Bev”, daughter of James and Anna Day, and loving wife of Gary Hoffman passed away View full obituary — (Posted July 9, 2024)
Earl E. Couch Earl E. Couch, age 72, of Eaton, OH passed away Monday, July 8, 2024 at his residence. He was born March 19, 1952 in Hazard County, KY to the late Tom C. and Betty J. (Fields) Couch. Earl retired in 2006 from Delphi Corporation in Kettering. He dearly loved spending time with his family and […] — (Posted July 8, 2024)
James Robert Creech RICHMOND, Ind. – James Robert Creech, age 76, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born August 3, 1947, in Winchester, Indiana, to Charles W. and Marcella Nolan Creech, Jim was a life-long resident of this area. He was a graduate of Fountain City High School. Jim worked as […] — (Posted July 8, 2024)
Doris E. Ferretti RICHMOND, Ind. – Doris E. Ferretti, age 92, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Reid Health. Doris was born May 10, 1932, in Camden, NJ. to Harry and Edith I. (Reed) McIlvaine. She has lived in Richmond since 1970. Doris graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School Class of 1950 in Camden, NJ. […] — (Posted July 8, 2024)
Joe Godby Joe Godby, 70, a lifelong resident of New Castle, passed away on July 7, 2024 at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital. He was born on February 10, 1954 in New Castle, a son of the late Charles and Ann (Sexton) Godby. Joe was a 1972 graduate of New Castle High School and retired as a […] — (Posted July 8, 2024)
Dawn L. Coble Dawn L. Coble, 42, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on July 7, 2024. Service will be held on Friday July 19, 2024 at 12noon at View full obituary — (Posted July 8, 2024)
Heather Lynn Walters RICHMOND, Ind. – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Heather Lynn Walters on July 4, 2024. A mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and an accomplished nurse and caregiver, Heather was a victim of a senseless shooting; she was just 48 years old. Heather was born on April […] — (Posted July 8, 2024)
Susan Darlene Taylor RICHMOND, Ind. – Susan Darlene Taylor, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, left us peacefully Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Reid Health. Born February 10, 1954, to Dean and Ruth Ann Drayer Lester, Darlene lived in this community her entire life. She was a customer service manager and retired from Masterbrand Cabinets. Darlene was most recently […] — (Posted July 8, 2024)
Thomas E. Owsley Thomas E. “Tom” Owsley, 82, a resident of New Castle passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, July 5, 2024 at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield. He was born November 8, 1941 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Virl and Pruda (Pence) Black.  Tom retired from Avesta Corp. (currently New Castle […] — (Posted July 8, 2024)
James Ray Edwards, Jr. James Ray Edwards, Jr., age 65, of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Kettering Preble Hospital in Eaton, Ohio. Born on February 18, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio, son of the late James Ray & Phyllis Mae (Arnold) Edwards, Sr. James graduated from Twin Valley North High School in 1977. James began […] — (Posted July 7, 2024)
Wanda Onstott Wanda L. Onstott, 80, formerly of Cambridge City, passed away on Sunday July 7, 2024 at Willows of New Castle in the company of her family. She was born in New Castle, IN on January 16, 1944 to Delbert E. and Thelma L. (Seward) Perdue and lived in this area her entire life. Wanda was […] — (Posted July 7, 2024)
Glenna Lee Glenna Lee, age 68, of New Castle passed away Friday, July 5, 2024 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born October 2, 1955 in New Castle, the daughter of the late James and Betty (Neeley) Hill. Glenna was employed for thirteen years at Nightengale Home Healthcare, Inc. in Indianapolis as a Home Health […] — (Posted July 6, 2024)
Carolyn Sandlin  Carolyn (Wilson) Sandlin age 89, left her earthly home on Saturday, July 6, 2024.  Carolyn was a loving, giving person and was ready to join her heavenly Father. “I once was lost, but now I’m found. Was blind, but now I see.”  Carolyn was born in Rushville, Indiana on April 29, 1935 to Isaac & […] — (Posted July 6, 2024)
Mary Kathleen “Kathy” Tuthill Mary Kathleen “Kathy” Tuthill, 103, of West Alexandria, Ohio, died Friday, July 5, 2024, at Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton. Born on May 5, 1921, in South Charleston, Clark County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late James A. & Olice (Daily) Massie. Mary was a 1940 graduate of Stivers High School. She […] — (Posted July 6, 2024)
Stephen Alan Hernly Stephen Alan Hernly, 84, of New Castle passed away Friday, July 5, 2024 at The Willows of New Castle. He was born December 2, 1939 in New Castle to the late George Henry and Jane Elizabeth (Watson) Hernly. Steve was a 1957 graduate of Mt. Summit High School where he participated in many activities including […] — (Posted July 6, 2024)
Glenn “JR” Fourman Glenn “JR” Fourman, age 97, of Lewisburg, Ohio passed away in his home on June 26, 2024. Preceded in death by his parents Glen “Shorty” and Treva (Bunger) Fourman, and stepmother Emma (Kenworthy) Fourman. JR served his country as a member of the Army Air Corp from 1945-1947.  JR was a devoted and loving spouse […] — (Posted July 6, 2024)
Tana Diane Moore RICHMOND, Ind. – Tana Diane Moore, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died unexpectedly on Friday, July 5, 2024, at home. Born March 14, 1945, in Richmond, Indiana, to Henry R. and Waneta Roller Hoover, Tana was a life-long resident of this area. She retired from Wayne Works. Tana enjoyed going to festivals, reading the newspaper, […] — (Posted July 5, 2024)
Dwight McCauley Dwight McCauley 93 of Richmond died Friday, July 5, 2024, at Forest Park Health Campus. He was born March 20, 1931, in Nixa, Missouri to View full obituary — (Posted July 5, 2024)
Latheda Shaw LaTheda Shaw, 70, of New Castle, passed away Thursday July 4, 2024, at her home. She was born October 4, 1953, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Lonnie & Mary (Tinch) Phillips. LaTheda was a past member of Faith Church in Anderson. You could always find “God” TV on while at LaTheda’s home as she […] — (Posted July 5, 2024)
James Ankrom James “Jimmy” Ankrom, 54, of Mooreland, passed away Wednesday July 3, 2024, at his home. He was born July 29, 1969, in New Castle to the late Merle & Hertha (Cross) Luna. Jimmy is survived by his daughters; Jennifer & Angel: , siblings; Rick (Patsy) Poe, Brett Poe, Tommy (Patricia) Ankrom, LaQuita Perry and Valerie […] — (Posted July 5, 2024)
Ermajean Katherine Braun Plasterer RICHMOND, Ind. – Ermajean Katherine Braun Plasterer, age 93, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at Friends Fellowship Community, where she had resided since 2012. Born April 11, 1931, in Martin County, Indiana, to Andrew and Rose Braun, Erma moved to Jasper, Indiana during her school years. She graduated from Jasper High […] — (Posted July 5, 2024)
Doris Gene Moore Doris Gene Moore, 64, of Connersville passed away Wednesday evening, July 3, 2024 at Reid Health, Connersville. She had been battling cancer for the past five months. One of five children of Lewis A. and Georgia L. Drummonds Fraley, Doris was born in Connersville on July 20, 1959 and graduated from Connersville High School with […] — (Posted July 5, 2024)