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.
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)
Robert James Mayberry Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted July 3, 2024)
Nancy Jo Lewis Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted July 3, 2024)
Linda L. Oliver Linda L. Oliver, age 62 of Canton, Mississippi, formerly of New Paris, Ohio, died Saturday, June 29, 2024 in Yazoo City, Mississippi. Born on July 29, 1961 in Greenville, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Jimmy P. and Vaids (Malicoat) Hill. Linda had worked for KBH in Canton, Mississippi and was a graduate […] — (Posted July 3, 2024)
Paul Thomas Colletti Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted July 2, 2024)
Lucy Mae Robison Obituary Pending Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Friday, July 12, 2024, at 11:00 AM. Family and friends may visit Friday View full obituary — (Posted July 2, 2024)
Iva “Tatty” Cleo Scheiben Iva Cleo “Tatty” Scheiben 87 of Richmond passed away June 29, 2024, in her home after a short illness. She was born August 20, 1936, View full obituary — (Posted July 2, 2024)
Rhonda Tompkins Rhonda Kay Tompkins, 63, of Shirley, passed away unexpectedly on June 25, 2024 at home. She was born to Ronald and Erma (McRoberts) Elliott on February 9, 1961. She graduated from Knightstown High School in 1979. She married Anthony Neale Tompkins on January 1, 1988. Rhonda worked for Mayhill Publications in Knightstown for many years. […] — (Posted July 1, 2024)
Madison Diane Fisher Madison Diane Fisher, 14, of Connersville went home to be with her Lord unexpectedly following an epileptic seizure on June 28, 2024 at Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis. One of four children of Jef and Julie Sterling Fisher, Madison was born in Connersville on June 21, 2010 and just finished 8th grade at Connersville Middle […] — (Posted July 1, 2024)
Judith “Judy” G. Davis RICHMOND, Ind. – Judith “Judy” G. Davis, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Reid Health. Born July 24, 1940, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert Verlin and Esther Mae Farr Chamness, Judy has lived in this community all of her life. She was a 1958 graduate of Richmond High […] — (Posted July 1, 2024)