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.
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)
Donald R. Kiracofe Jr. Obituary pending View full obituary — (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)
Barry Dale Johnson Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted May 15, 2024)
Edward “Ed” Ervin Obituary to follow — (Posted May 15, 2024)
Vivian Fairchild Vivian (Lowe) Fairchild, 64, of New Castle, passed away Monday May 13, 2024, at Henry Community Health. She was born July 16, 1959, in New Castle, Indiana to Pat (Bratton)Lowe and the late James Lowe. Vivian is survived by her children; JD (Cyndi) Fairchild, Matt (Krista) Fairchild and Robert Fairchild: her mother Pat Lowe: sister […] — (Posted May 15, 2024)
Earl Lee McIntosh RICHMOND, Ind. – Earl Lee McIntosh, 85, Richmond, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at The Springs of Richmond after a short illness. He was born on May 29, 1938, in Hamilton, Ohio to Guy and Mary Hope DeGrief McIntosh. Earl graduated from College Corner High School and lived most of his life in […] — (Posted May 15, 2024)
David Ramsey David Ramsey, 82, of Cambridge City, died Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Reid Health, Richmond. He was born in Wooster, OH on June 1,1941 to Walt and Jane (Plank) Ramsey. He lived most of his life in Cambridge City, moving here from Richmond. Dave graduated from Richmond High School where he was active in many […] — (Posted May 14, 2024)
Demia Rae Bryant 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 14, 2024)
Bobby R Harrison Bobby R Harrison, age 56, of Milton, Indiana passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024. — (Posted May 14, 2024)
Leonard B. Hoel Leonard Hoel, age 76 of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly at home on May 11, 2024. He was born in Sanford, Maine on June 25, 1947 to Orville and Catherine (Baron) Hoel and moved to Richmond when he was very young. Leonard graduated from Richmond High School, class of 1965. The following year he joined the […] — (Posted May 14, 2024)
Andrew “Jack” Teel Andrew Jackson “Jack” Teel, 91, of New Castle, passed away Monday May 13, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born June 5, 1932, in Charleston, WV to the late Elmer & Julia (Eatons) Teel. He retired from the City of New Castle after 25 years of service in 1994. Jack is […] — (Posted May 14, 2024)
Carol Sue Coon Carol Sue Coon, 89, passed away Monday evening, May 13, 2024 at her home in Connersville. One of four children of Everett Elliott and Bertha Bech Murphy Limpus, Carol was born on February 6, 1935 in Connersville and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1953. On December 20, 1953, Carol married Paul […] — (Posted May 14, 2024)
Debra J. Soliday Debra Joyce Soliday, 70, of Hagerstown, died at her home on Saturday, May 11, 2024. She was born in Connersville on November 27, 1953 to Joe and Faye (Grizzel) Thornsbury. She lived in the Connersville area until moving to Hagerstown in 1973. She was a retired 30 year employee of Visteon in Connersville and was […] — (Posted May 14, 2024)
Darlene Mardell Wardlow Darlene Mardell Wardlow, 86, of New Castle, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Henry Community Hospital. She was born on May 23, 1937, in Mishawaka, Indiana, a daughter of the late Howard Richard “H.R.” and Arietta May (Nichols) Shock. Darlene graduated from Muncie Burris Laboratory School and attended college at Indiana University East […] — (Posted May 13, 2024)
Donna Jean Pitcock RICHMOND, IN- Donna Jean Pitcock, age 73, of Richmond, Indiana, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on May 11, 2024. She spent her last days in prayer and worship with her church family in Booneville, Mississippi. Donna was born July 1, 1950, in Estill Co., Kentucky to Randy and Iva Powell. She grew up […] — (Posted May 13, 2024)
Debra Ann Damrell Debra Ann Damrell 67 of Centerville died Friday, May 10, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 15, 1956, in View full obituary — (Posted May 13, 2024)
Jama M. Smitherman Jama M. Smitherman, 77, a lifelong resident of New Castle passed away Friday, May 10, 2024 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born February 9, 1947 in New Castle to the late Chester and Stella Prince.   A 1965 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School in New Castle, she worked at Chrysler […] — (Posted May 13, 2024)
Mary D Fulton Mary Dot (Melton) Fulton, 78, of New Castle, passed away Saturday May 11, 2024, at Geln Oaks Health Campus. She was born September 8, 1945, in Albany, Kentucky to the late Marvin Melton and Laura (Ferguson) Melton. Mary spent her adult life as a caregiver, first as a wonderful mother, and then later as a […] — (Posted May 13, 2024)
Carla Lee Stidham RICHMOND, Ind. – Carla Lee Stidham, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Reid Health, surrounded by her family. Born July 4, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, to Dr. Frank and Marcella Wimmer Coble, Carla graduated from Richmond High School in 1959, received her Bachelor’s degree from Ball State University, and […] — (Posted May 13, 2024)