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.
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)
Heather Dawn Fuller Heather Dawn Rice, age 49, of New Lebanon, OH passed away Wednesday July 3, 2024. She was born in Dayton, OH on May, 6 1975. Heather had a love for life, and a love for people that was unmatched. She took great pride in being a nurse, specializing in Alzheimer’s. Her passion for living life […] — (Posted July 5, 2024)
Steven L. McCain ARRANGEMENTS AND OBITUARY ARE FORTHCOMING. View full obituary — (Posted July 4, 2024)
Susan E. Coble OBITUARY AND ARRANGEMENTS ARE PENDING View full obituary — (Posted July 4, 2024)
Lonnie Martin Lonnie G Martin, 75, of Losantville, passed away Monday July 1, 2024, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born October 8, 1948, in Milan, Indiana to the late Saul Martin & Eunice (Hicks) Martin-Bunner. Lonnie is survived by his daughters; Mistie Benincasa & Takia Givens: brothers; David & Steve Martin as […] — (Posted July 3, 2024)
James “Jim” Everett Jordan James “Jim” Everett Jordan, age 72, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at the Greenbriar Nursing Home with Bella Care Hospice in Eaton due to renal failure. He was born October 15, 1951 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton to the late Earl and Dorothy (DeVilbiss) Jordan. Jim worked for Inland […] — (Posted July 3, 2024)
Helen M. Fultz Helen M. Fultz, age 92 of Middletown, OH passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Woodland Country Manor in Somerville, OH. She was born April 8, 1932 in Norfolk, VA to the late Fred and Lulu Belle (Griggs) Fugate. Helen was a member of the West Elkton Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School […] — (Posted July 3, 2024)
Virginia “Bice” Owens Only God knew that Virginia “Bice” Owens age 89 would cease her long struggle with C.O.P.D. on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. She was at home View full obituary — (Posted July 3, 2024)
Andrew Scott Taylor 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 July 3, 2024)
Melissa Branstrator Melissa Branstrator, age 65 of Richmond passed away Monday July 1, 2024 at Reid Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on December 5, 1958 to Elmer and Marilyn Noe. Melissa was a compassionate person, she worked as a LPN at various nursing homes in the area and took great […] — (Posted July 3, 2024)