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.
Anna Mae Roberts Anna Mae Roberts, 90, of Connersville went home to be with her Lord, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday afternoon, May 28, 2024 at Forest Park Health Complex, Richmond. One of five children of Hargus and Lottie Barret Baker, Anna Mae was born in Morris Fork, Kentucky on December 20, 1933. On March 24, […] — (Posted May 30, 2024)
Teresa Engle LEWISVILLE- Teresa Gail Engle, age 55, of Lewisville went home to be with The Lord   on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, after a year long battle with cancer. Teresa was born on October 18, 1968 in New Castle, Indiana to the late Robert and Geraldine (Small) Feaster. She enjoyed sunbathing on the boat, while watching her […] — (Posted May 30, 2024)
Nancy J. Moore   Mrs. Nancy Jo Moore, 75, of Lynn, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, with her family at her side.   Nancy was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 24, 1948, the only child of James Gerald & Ruth Lois Ray Brown, both of whom preceded her in death. She was a 1966 graduate […] — (Posted May 30, 2024)
Judy L. Krammes Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 29, 2024)
Mary Lou Huckelby Mary Lou Huckelby, 78, of New Castle, passed away Monday, May 27, 2024 at I.U. Ball Hospital in Muncie following an extended illness. She was born May 6, 1946 in Morehead, KY, a daughter of the late Delbert and Leola (Logan) Conley. Mary enjoyed all things homemaker. She also enjoyed painting ceramics, watching Soap Operas, […] — (Posted May 29, 2024)
Janice Ann York Janice Ann York, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday May 28, 2024. Ann, as she preferred to be called, was born in Monticello, Kentucky on April 28, 1950 to Joseph and Tena Weston and was the oldest of 7 children. At the age of 20, she married the […] — (Posted May 29, 2024)
Coy Tyrone Wilson, Sr. Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 29, 2024)
Joseph E. Elwood Joseph Edward Elwood, 75, of Hagerstown, died Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at The Willows of New Castle. He was born in Henry County on April 10, 1948 to Leroy and Olive Louise (Newbold) Elwood. Joe was a long time employee of Patton’s Body Shop and, more recently, had been employed by the Town of Hagerstown. […] — (Posted May 29, 2024)
John E. Rigsby RICHMOND, Ind. – John E. Rigsby, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, May 27, 2024, at Reid Health. Born January 21, 1930, in Union County, Indiana, to Oris L. and Freda M. McMurray Rigsby, John lived most of his life in Union and Wayne County. John was the long-time owner/operator of his own excavation […] — (Posted May 28, 2024)
Jerry Branock Jerry Branock, 83, of Carthage passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Cypress Run Rehabilitation Center in Morristown. He was born July 10, 1940 in Greenfield, the son of Earl and Pauline (McCorkle) Branock.   Jerry retired from Ford Motor Company, Indianapolis, in 1991 after 31 years of service. An electrician by trade, he enjoyed […] — (Posted May 28, 2024)
Dmaris Hill Damaris Ann Hill age 84 of Richmond passed away on May 24, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born in Richmond on July 27, 1939, View full obituary — (Posted May 28, 2024)
Jo Elizabeth Haisley RICHMOND, Ind. – Jo Elizabeth Haisley, age 86, of Carmel, Indiana and formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, May 27, 2024, at Wellbrooke of Carmel. Born November 5, 1937, in New Paris Ohio to Byron and Mary Mikesell Brown, Jo lived in the community most of her life. She was a high school graduate and […] — (Posted May 28, 2024)
Michael Tyler Green Michael Tyler Green, 37, passed away at his home in Connersville on Friday, May 24, 2024. One of two children to Michael Green and Lorre McDaniel, Michael was born November 2, 1986, in Connersville and attended Connersville High School before earning his GED. In Michael’s leisure time, he enjoyed art and tattoos as well as […] — (Posted May 28, 2024)
Freida E. Johnson Freida E. Johnson, 92, of Charlottesville passed away on Thursday May 23, 2024. She was born on April 8, 1932 in Greenfield to the late Charles Raymond and Hazel Marie (Estelle) McCorkle. She was a Godly woman that loved going to church. Freida was a 62 year member of the Knightstown Church of God. She […] — (Posted May 26, 2024)
Darnell Gene Perkins, Jr. Darnell Gene Perkins, Jr., age 39, passed away May 16, 2024. He was born July 19, 1984, to Darnell Gene Perkins, Sr. “Chuckie” and Patty View full obituary — (Posted May 26, 2024)
Robert Steven Lawson Robert Steven Lawson, age 69, was found passed away at his residence on May 2, 2024. He was born November 9, 1954, to Elijah Lawson View full obituary — (Posted May 25, 2024)
Deborah Ann Griffith Deborah Ann Griffith, 69, of Connersville passed away early Thursday morning, May 23, 2024 at her home. One of five children of Paul W. Sr. and Norvilla Burton Griffith, Deborah was born on July 17, 1954 in Connersville and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1973. She was employed at Visteon for […] — (Posted May 25, 2024)
Yvonne Kay Parrett Yvonne Kay Parrett, 69, of Connersville went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday evening, May 22, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Born July 20, 1954 in Connersville, the daughter of William C. and Minnie Rutherford Lakes. On July 7, 2012, she was married in Everton to the love of her life, Randall Parrett, […] — (Posted May 25, 2024)
Frankie-Mae Olivia Rose Burgos 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 May 25, 2024)
Bridget Marie Wilson Bridget Marie Wilson, age 67, of Eaton, OH passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024 at Maple Gardens Nursing Center in Eaton.  She was born June 5, 1956 in Dayton, OH to the late Richard and Norma (Shiverdecker) Klinger.  Marie enjoyed playing bingo, car shows, dancing and spending time at the Preble County Senior Center.  In […] — (Posted May 25, 2024)
Damaris Hill Damaris A. Hill age 84 of Richmond died Friday May 24, 2024. Arrangements will be announced. View full obituary — (Posted May 25, 2024)
Vera Viola Lahman Vera Viola (Denlinger) Lahman, third daughter of Ray and Angela (Kimmel) Denlinger was born April 29, 1928 in Preble Co. near New Paris, Ohio.   She passed away peacefully on May 21, 2024 at the home of her daughter near Arcanum, Ohio at the age of 96 years.   She grew up an only child […] — (Posted May 24, 2024)
Sheila Lynn Oliver Sheila Lynn Oliver, 68, gained her angel wings on May 22, 2024 at her home. Sheila was born April 6, 1956 in New Castle, IN to the late Herbert and Mary Dicken Witham.   Sheila was a 1974 graduate of Tri Jr./Sr. High School. After high school, she began working at the Indiana Soldiers and […] — (Posted May 24, 2024)
Rev. Dale C. Felty Rev. Dale E. Felty age 85 of Richmond died May 5, 2024, at Reid Health. He was born March 28, 1939, in Eaton, Ohio to View full obituary — (Posted May 24, 2024)
James Dwain Oda James (Jim) Dwain Oda, 92, of Richmond, IN passed peacefully from this life to the next on May 20, 2024. He was born the second View full obituary — (Posted May 24, 2024)
Erika Painter Erika Painter was born November 15th, 1993, in Sewickly, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Robert and Donna Painter. Erika unexpectedly passed away in Richmond, Indiana on View full obituary — (Posted May 24, 2024)
Donald R. Sampley Donald Sampley, 86, of New Castle passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024 at his residence in New Castle. He was born May 3, 1948 in New Castle a son of the late James and Mamie Sampley. Don married Rosalie (Abrell) Sampley on October 13, 1963. They made their home in the Springport area. Don enjoyed […] — (Posted May 23, 2024)
Lela June Lovegrove Lela June Lovegrove, 85, of Muncie, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 while surrounded by her family. She was born on June 1, 1938 in Whitestown, IN a daughter of the late Jewell Irving and Oka Lela (Martin) Padgett.   Lela June was woman of faith her entire life who fiercely loved God, her family, […] — (Posted May 23, 2024)
Velma Huston Velma Huston, 85, of Spiceland, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, May 20, 2024 at Henry Community Health.  She was born January 19, 1939, in London, KY, a daughter of the late Dan and Della (Hinkle) Smith. Velma was a “ball-of-fire” and was known for her many “down-home” phrases. A proud homemaker, she was an excellent cook […] — (Posted May 23, 2024)
Thomas Roberts Thomas Roberts passed away May 22nd, 2024, at Reid Hospital. He was born November 11th, 1953, the son of Max and Charlotte Roberts. Thomas was View full obituary — (Posted May 23, 2024)