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.
Diana A. Brower Diana A. Brower, age 77, of Lewisburg, OH, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at her residence with her loving family by her side. She was born on October 22, 1946 in Dayton, OH to the late Scorcher and Selma Little.  She was a lifetime member of the Eaton First […] — (Posted April 18, 2024)
Joyce Elaine Dill Joyce Elaine Dill, 77, of Hartford City passed away unexpectedly on April 14, 2024. She was born April 6, 1947, in Richmond to Robert Cannon View full obituary — (Posted April 18, 2024)
John H. Elleman Obituary pending… View full obituary — (Posted April 18, 2024)
Paul Towler Paul Lane Towler, 79, of Connersville, passed away early Wednesday morning, April 17, 2024 at Carolton Manor where he had been a patient for two weeks. One of eleven children of Carl Owen and Margaret Lyons Towler, Paul was born in Connersville on June 22, 1944. On February 14, 1999, Paul married the former Diana […] — (Posted April 18, 2024)
Wilma Maxine Felton On April 16, 2024, Wilma Maxine McCormick Felton of Liberty, IN, went home to her Lord and Savior. She was 96 years old. Maxine was born on April 20, 1927, to Clifford and Mildred Haag McCormick. She graduated from Short High School and was vice-president of her class. She married Sylvan Hugh Felton on December […] — (Posted April 18, 2024)
David Meyers David Alan Meyers, 66, of Union City, IN passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Reid Health Hospice of Richmond, IN. He was born, July 28, 1957, in Dayton, OH, the son of Leon and Huldah Jane Gantt (Burton) Meyers. He was a graduate of Greenville High School. He honorably served in and […] — (Posted April 18, 2024)
Donald Ray Wise Donald Ray Wise, 69, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. He was born on June 17, 1954 in New Castle, IN a son to the late William and Nina (Kearney) Wise. Most folks in New Castle know Don for being a weightlifter and an accomplished one at that. In 1973, at […] — (Posted April 17, 2024)
Tina Renae Barker Banks Tina Renae Barker Banks, age 49, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at the Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH.  She was born June 8, 1974 in Richmond, IN.  Tina enjoyed fishing, gardening and growing flowers; and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by […] — (Posted April 17, 2024)
Linda F. Laymon RICHMOND, IN – Linda F. Laymon, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, April 15, 2024, at IU Health University Hospital. Linda was born May 29, 1949, in Madisonville, TN. to Jim and Bernice Moses Cole. Linda lived in this community most of her life. She worked for RCS as a special education bus driver […] — (Posted April 17, 2024)
Tracy A. Conner Tracy A. Conner age 62 of Richmond died April 15, 2024 at Reid Health H was born July 23, 1961 in Richmond to Andrew and View full obituary — (Posted April 17, 2024)
Cora Jerling Cora Sue Jerling, 76, of Richmond, Indiana passe away on Wednesday April 10, 2024 at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. Sue was born on March 4, 1948 in Gary, Indiana to Edward and Lee (McColley) Naum. She was a member of Sylvan Nook Church of Christ in Richmond and enjoyed spending time with her […] — (Posted April 17, 2024)
Dianna Howard Dianna “Dee” Howard, 68, of Connersville passed away Tuesday morning, April 16, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Dee was born June 7, 1955 in New Castle, Indiana, one of three children of Michael and Linda Kelley Brandon and was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1973. On […] — (Posted April 17, 2024)
Teresa Sue Farmer Teresa Sue Farmer, 66, of Connersville passed away Monday afternoon, April 15, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. One of four children of the late Ronald and Velda Lynch Hodson, Teresa was born in Kokomo, Indiana on April 9, 1958 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1976. On April 29, 1978, […] — (Posted April 17, 2024)
Patsy Jo Baker Patsy Jo Baker, born on April 2nd,1950, in Richmond, IN, to her parents Clarence (Tom) and Joyce Baker. She lived a life filled with love, joy and worship surrounded by friends and family until her peaceful passing on April 14th at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Patsy was 74 years old. Patsy attended and graduated […] — (Posted April 16, 2024)
Linda “Kay” Phelps Linda “Kay” Phelps, 78, of New Castle passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Henry Community Health.  She was born July 5, 1945 in New Castle to the late William and Vonnie (Hurst) South.  Kay was a graduate of Knightstown High School and attended Ivy Tech.  She served as director of the Latch Key Program […] — (Posted April 16, 2024)
David E. Sloan RICHMOND, IN– David E. Sloan, age 81, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, April 15, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Born March 17, 1943, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, to Wallace Edward and Beverly Jane Brown Sloan. He was a graduate of Bellefontaine High School and attended 4 years of college. David retired as a Master […] — (Posted April 16, 2024)
Lisa Marie Ryan Lisa Marie Ryan, 45, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly early Monday morning, April 15, 2024, at Henry Community Health. She was born on December 3, 1978, in Anderson, Indiana, the daughter of the late Danny Dale Farlee. In 2002, Lisa graduated from Marion College School of Nursing in Indianapolis and worked as an RN […] — (Posted April 16, 2024)
Rhonda K. Smith Obituary Pending There are no public services. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2024)
Phillip Eugene Grimes Obituary Pending Services are private and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2024)
Carol Jean Gross Carol Jean Gross, of Liberty, received her angel wings on April 11, 2024 at the age of 59. Carol was born In Connersville, IN on View full obituary — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Roy Garrett Roy Garrett, age 62, of Hamilton, Ohio, died on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana.  Born on August 5, 1961 in Hamilton, Ohio, son of the late Lee Roy & Susie Alice (Hayes) Garrett.   He proudly served in the US Army from 1978 to 1985.   Preceded by his brothers, […] — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Terry Lee Ewing Terry Lee Ewing, 78, of Mount Summit passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born December 23, 1045 in Troy, Ohio to the late Lloyd Eugene and Dorothy Marie (Oswalt) Ewing. Terry's dedication to public service is evident through his roles as a volunteer fireman at the Mooreland […] — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Evelyn Joetta “Joe” (Powell) Blevins Joe Blevins, 78, of Richmond went home to be with the Lord on April 14, 2024. She was born October 1, 1945, in Lancaster, Kentucky View full obituary — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Rodney Ray Shultz Rodney Ray Shultz, 79, of rural New Castle, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024, at his home following a brief illness. He was born March 21, 1945, in Richmond, a son of the late Ray C. and Frances (Lamott) Shultz. A 1963 graduate of Hagerstown High School, Rodney was employed as a handyman, doing odd […] — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Vivian C. Whittle Vivian Cossett Whittle, 88 of New Castle passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. She was born on March 18, 1936 a daughter to the late Leo Dillard and Fleetie Mary (Piercy) Dishman. Vivian moved to New Castle in 1950 and attended New Castle Chrysler High School. […] — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Anya Lear Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Ian Patrick Boggs Ian Patrick Boggs, 20, of Connersville, Indiana departed from this earth on April 12, 2024. Ian was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 16, 2004, to Aaron and Tracy Hobbs Boggs. Ian graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 2022. While attending CHS, Ian maintained high academic honors. He also received his IT […] — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Deona Carol Bowman Deona “De-De” Carol Bowman, 50, of Connersville gained her wings and was reunited with her grandson early Saturday morning, April 13, 2024 at Reid Health, Richmond. One of five children of Harold and Carrol Bunch Bowman, Deona was born in Connersville on March 25, 1974. Deona was employed at Pizza King, Shell, and J & […] — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Thomas B. Jenkins Thomas B. Jenkins 90, of Richmond died Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Rosebud Village in Richmond. He was born September 16, 1933, in Richmond to View full obituary — (Posted April 15, 2024)
Gloria “Jeanne” Waddell Gloria “Jeanne” Waddell, 82, a resident of Glen Oaks Assisted Living in New Castle passed away peacefully, Sunday, April 14, 2024 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was born November 2, 1941 in New Castle to the late Thomas and Louise (McCubbins) Langston. Jeanne was a 1960 graduate of Mt. […] — (Posted April 15, 2024)