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.
Gail A. Mastin Gail A. (Calderia) Mastin, 69, of New Castle passed away May 20, 2024. She was born on December 20, 1954 in Lawton, Ok to John and Garnetta (Presley) Calderia, Sr. She loved embroidering, painting, and crocheting. Gail was an avid reader and enjoyed walking and hiking with her husband. She also enjoyed camping. She is […] — (Posted May 22, 2024)
Dustin Dean Creech Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted May 22, 2024)
Joseph Alan Lowery Sr Joseph Alan Lowery Sr, age 65, of Clarksburg, IN, passed away on the afternoon of Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at Our Hospice of Columbus. He was born on July 15, 1958 in Columbus, IN, a son the late Lynn and Nila (Brown) Lowery. Joe has left behind his wife, Marlene Ailes Lowery of 44 years. […] — (Posted May 22, 2024)
Howard Edward Lundy Howard Edward Lundy, age 78, left his beloved family for his heavenly home on Monday, May 20th. He was born June 22, 1945, in New Castle, Indiana. He was a graduate of Muncie Central HS in 1964. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, serving in Vietnam as a Radio Operator in […] — (Posted May 22, 2024)
Sharon D. Rader Sharon D. Rader, age 65, of Eaton, OH, passed away after a lengthy illness on Monday, May 20, 2024 at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, OH.  She was born April 9, 1959 in Hamilton, OH to the late Myron and Evelyn “Jackie” Witters.  Sharon enjoyed riding motorcycles, spending time with friends and family; and had love […] — (Posted May 21, 2024)
Jack “Jackie” Leon Sturgill, Jr. Jack “Jackie” Leon Sturgill Jr., age 41 of New Paris, Ohio, born December 24, 1982, passed away unexpectedly May 21, 2024.  He was born in Hamilton, Ohio to Bonnie (Mills) and Jack Sturgill.  He is survived by his wife, Cassandra Sturgill; children, Daniel (Michelle) Sturgill, Elizabeth Sturgill, Jonathan Sturgill, and Jasmine Sturgill; mother, Bonnie (Lonzo) […] — (Posted May 21, 2024)
Glen Corn CONNERSVILLE- Glen Allen Corn, 52, passed away Tuesday evening May 14, 2024 at the home of his brother after suffering a heart attack.  Glen was born in Connersville, Indiana on January 4, 1972.  Glen grew up in the Cambridge City area and attended Lincoln High School in Cambridge City. He graduated from Connersville Senior High […] — (Posted May 21, 2024)
Shelby Lonnie Rowe Shelby “Speedy” Lonnie Rowe, 84, of Connersville passed away Sunday evening, May 19, 2024 at Heritage House where he had been a resident for the past three years. Shelby was born September 9, 1939 in Connersville, one of ten children of Herbert and Virginia Collins Rowe. On March 11,1962, he was married to Karen L. […] — (Posted May 21, 2024)
Roland Herschel Williams Roland Herschel Williams 94 of Richmond peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024. He was born August 6, 1929, to Herschel and Katheryn Williams View full obituary — (Posted May 21, 2024)
Lori Ruth Hendry Lori Ruth Hendry, 65, of Connersville passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 18, 2024 at her residence. Lori was born November 29, 1958 in Cincinnati, Ohio, one of five children of the late Dorman and Shirley Cook Hendry. For many years, she was employed at the Eastside Pizza King, until being employed by Custom Excrusion/Indalex of […] — (Posted May 21, 2024)
Jill Christine Johnson Jill Christine Johnson, 77, of New Castle passed away Monday, May 20, 2024 at The Willows of New Castle. She was born November 9, 1946 in New Castle to the late Argil and Mildred (Davis) Johnson. Jill retired from AT&T following 30 years of service as a Supervisor/Operator. Later, she went on to work at […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Philip Roland Hirschfeld RICHMOND, Ind. – Philip Roland Hirschfeld, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at home, surrounded by family. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. II Timothy 4:7 Born March 31, 1937, in Richmond, Indiana, to Roland H. and Martha M. Ritz Hirschfeld, […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Mary “Louise” Griffey Mary “Louise” Griffey, 86, of New Castle and formerly of Elkhart, Indiana passed away Monday, May 20, 2024 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born May 26, 1937 in Belknap, Illinois to the late Raymond and Hazel (Heal) Flannigan. Louise attended Vienna High School in Vienna, Illinois. She moved to Elkhart, Indiana and […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Helen E. Lewis Helen E. Lewis, age 75, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, OH.  She was born December 5, 1948 in Hamilton, OH to the late George and Marie Shull.  Helen enjoyed sewing and crocheting.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Bobbie E. Parker Gegax RICHMOND, Ind. – On May 10, 2024, Heaven welcomed another Angel. Our mother, Bobbie E. Parker Gegax was born October 14, 1934, in Corbin, Kentucky, to William E. Parker and Lorena Parker Parshall. The family relocated to Richmond, Indiana in 1950. Bobbie was a 1953 graduate of Richmond Senior High School. Her career in finance […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Randell Blanton Randell Blanton, 75, of Connersville passed away Friday evening, May 17, 2024 at Reid Health of Richmond, Indiana. Family and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 p.m. (noon) Saturday, May 25, 2024 at St. Gabriel Church with Reverend Dustin Boehm officiating. Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home has been entrusted […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Deborah Lee Stilwell Deborah Lee Stilwell, 75, of New Castle passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born June 13, 1948 in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Joseph and Jeanette (Lester) Alexander.  Debbie was a 1966 New Castle Chrysler High School graduate. She worked at Chrysler Corporation […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Barbara A Hamilton Barbara “Barb” Ann Hamilton, 78, of Connersville passed away Friday evening, May 17, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana. Barb was born August 27, 1945 in Port Townsend, Washington, the daughter of Charles and Lucy Lucas Fox and was a 1963 graduate of Brookville High School. For 48 years, she was married to Arthur […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Gary L. Snoddy Sr. Gary L. Snoddy Sr., age 76, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024. — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Evelyn M. Corman Evelyn M. Corman, age 91 of Richmond, passed away on Monday May 20, 2024 at Brickyard Healthcare. She was born in Richmond on June 8, 1932 to Carl and Hattie (Blackburn) Hagerman and had lived here all her life. Evelyn was married to Kenneth Corman on June 20, 1948 and were married for 56 years […] — (Posted May 20, 2024)
Darnell Perkins ARRANGEMENTS PENDING View full obituary — (Posted May 19, 2024)
Juan D. Clay ARRANGEMENTS PENDING View full obituary — (Posted May 19, 2024)
Lisa Chambers ARRANGEMENTS PENDING View full obituary — (Posted May 19, 2024)
Berneda A. Lynch ARRANGEMENTS PENDING View full obituary — (Posted May 19, 2024)
Cynthia Kaye Benning Cynthia K. Benning, 74, of Muncie, Indiana passed away on May 13, 2024. View full obituary — (Posted May 19, 2024)
Patricia Ann Brinkley Patricia Ann Brinkley age 72 of Richmond died Friday may 17, 2024 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis after a short illness. She was born April View full obituary — (Posted May 19, 2024)
David Francis Jobe David Francis Jobe, 72, of Connersville passed peacefully in his bed on May 17, 2024. He was surrounded by the ones he loved the most in his final days. He had been battling and winning many health issues, but ultimately lost to cancer. His fighting spirit and resilience was with him until the end. His […] — (Posted May 18, 2024)
Dorothy Ellen Reece Dorothy Ellen Reece 60 of Richmond passed away in her home on May 17, 2024. She was born August 11, 1963, in Richmond to Lee View full obituary — (Posted May 18, 2024)
Linda L. Simpson Linda L. Simpson, 66 of New Castle passed away Friday, May 17, 2024 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville, IN. She was born July 23, 1957 in New Castle to the late Granville and Helena (Binford) Thompson. Linda loved animals, coloring in coloring books, shopping at Walmart and fishing. She collected toys, old records and Elvis Presley […] — (Posted May 18, 2024)
James “Jim” E. Wysocki James “Jim” E. Wysocki, age 75, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024.  He was born April 15, 1949 in Mansfield, OH to the late Edward S. and Eleanor F. (Fraser) Wysocki.  Jim was a graduate of Bellbrook High School; worked for General Motors in Dayton for 33 years; and later retired […] — (Posted May 17, 2024)