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.
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)
Karen Lynn Thompson
Karen Lynn Thompson, 69, of New Castle passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. She was born on February 23, 1955 in New Castle a daughter of the late James Hagerman and Rebecca Joy (Carender) Hufford. Karen was a 1973 graduate of the Walter P. Chrysler High School. She had been employed by the State […] — (Posted May 17, 2024)
Stephen Wayne Millsaps
Stephen Wayne Millsaps 72 of Richmond died May 17, 2024, in his home. He was born August 11, 1951, in Statesville, North Carolina to Charles View full obituary — (Posted May 17, 2024)
Saundra S. Zimmerman
Saundra S. Zimmerman, age 86, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. She was born July 13, 1937 in Eaton to the late Robert and Irene (Middaugh) Jefferson. Saundra was a member of the Living Word Church in Vandalia where she worked as a secretary […] — (Posted May 17, 2024)
Marilyn Ann Trainer Andrews
RICHMOND, Ind. – Marilyn Ann Trainer Andrews, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away quietly in her sleep on Thursday, May 16, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born February 3, 1945, in East Liverpool, Ohio, to John Alvin and J. Ethelyn Goodballet Trainer, Marilyn relocated to Richmond in 1968. She worked as a supervisor at […] — (Posted May 17, 2024)
Carole M. Wilcox
Carole M. Wilcox age 85 died May 14, 2024. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at Stegall-Berheide-Orr Funeral Home. View full obituary — (Posted May 17, 2024)
Dustin Edwards
Dustin A. Edwards, 35, of Anderson, formerly of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024. He was born March 27, 1989, in New Castle, Indiana to Rick Edwards & the late Audrey Edwards. Dustin was a lively person and lived life to its fullest. He was an avid collector of everything, and threw nothing […] — (Posted May 17, 2024)
Pamela Sue Wolgamott
CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Pamela Sue Wolgamott, age 74, of Centerville, Indiana, died Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Reid Health. Born September 17, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Albert and Betty Brooks Cory, Pamela is formerly of Hebron, Kentucky. She was employed in customer service. Pamela was a member of Ravinia Park Baptist Church and Elsmere […] — (Posted May 17, 2024)
Tammy Gail Hilton
Tammy Gail Hilton, 62, of New Castle, passed away Thursday May 16, 2024, at Hickory Crrek Nursing Home. She was born August 7, 1961, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Gilbert Lee & Sue (Criswell) Lee. The family would like to give a special thank you to Southern Care Hospice, especially Lynne & Julie […] — (Posted May 16, 2024)
William J. Wagner
William J. Wagner, aged 71, of New Castle, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at the St. Vincent Heart Center in Carmel, Indiana. Born on November 26, 1952, in Muncie, Indiana, he was the beloved son of the late Richard W. and Betty (Magnus) Wagner. Bill proudly served his country in the United States […] — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Marsha S. Reid
Marsha S. Reid, age 76, of New Paris, OH passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born May 5, 1948 in Glendale, CA to the late Lloyd E. Sr and Bonna J. (Melton) McNutt. Marsha retired as a customer service representative for Pacific Bell; enjoyed spending time with her […] — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Rachel Shelley
Rachel Lynn Shelley unexpectedly passed away at Reid Health on Sunday May 12, 2024, at the age of 50. She was born on December 10, View full obituary — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Ruth Klebe
Ruth Klebe passed away on May 11th, 2024, at Brickyard Nursing Home. She was born June 19th, 1961, the daughter of Chester and Stella Holmes. View full obituary — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Donald Liebschutz
Donald Liebschutz, 82, died in Richmond, Indiana, on May 9, 2024. He was born on January 14, 1942, in Louisville, KY, the youngest child of Irvin” Izzy” and Anna. Donald, although he was not a Richmond native, he was a man deeply rooted in his community. He was an Army veteran and his contributions extended […] — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Linda L. Samuels
Linda L. Samuels, age 62, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering. She was born March 24, 1962 in Dayton, OH. Linda was a 1980 graduate of Fairmont East High School where she was a member of the Marching Band and later earned her bachelor's degree […] — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Andy W. Abner, Sr.
Andy W. Abner, Sr., age 67, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on May 16, 2024. He was a View full obituary — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Shirley June Renteria
RICHMOND, Ind. – Shirley June Renteria, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Reid Health. Born March 23, 1947, in St. Charles, VA., to Dock and Goldie Freeman Clark, June lived in this community most of her life. She was a caring and loving woman. June treasured spending time with her […] — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Wilbur Alan Chasteen
Wilbur “Alan” Chasteen 59 of Richmond passed away on May 14, 2024, at Reid Health. He was born September 18, 1964, in Richmond to Wilbur View full obituary — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Ruth Ann Adams
Ruth Ann Adams, age 83 of West Alexandria, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton, Ohio. Born on January 17, 1941 in Indianapolis, Indiana, daughter of the late Lloyd & Elizabeth (Vicario) Collett. Survived by her husband of 41 years, John Adams of West […] — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Ed Ervin
PERSHING- Edward “Ed” Earl Ervin, 63, of Pershing, Indiana, passed away at his home on Tuesday May 14th, 2024. Ed was born on September 25th, 1960, in New Castle, Indiana, to Herbert Lynn and Earlene Esther (Lemmons) Ervin. A lifelong resident of the Western Wayne community, Ed graduated from Lincoln High School with the class […] — (Posted May 16, 2024)
Marsetta Isom
Marsetta “Marty” Isom, 83, was born November 5, 1940, in Allen, Alabama to Luella Armstead and Benjamin Dickerson. She made her heavenly transition on Mother’s View full obituary — (Posted May 15, 2024)
Rick Goodman
Rick E. Goodman, 70, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday May 14, 2024, at Henry Community Health. At Rick’s request, there will be no formal obituary or services. — (Posted May 15, 2024)