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.
Stephen Michael Strong Stephen Michael Strong, 68, of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 28, 2024 at his home. One of six children of the late James A. Sr. and Viola “Vi” Brandenburg Strong, Steve was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 7, 1956 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1975. Steve proudly served […] — (Posted April 1, 2024)
Willie Ryan Garrett Willie Ryan Garrett, 81, of New Castle, passed away Saturday morning while surrounded by his family. He was born August 24, 1942 in Albany, KY, a son of the late Ryan and Mary Vera (Sell) Garrett. A 1962 graduate of Clinton County High School in Albany, KY, he attended Lindsey Wilson College in Columbia, KY. He […] — (Posted March 31, 2024)
Richard J. “Dick” Merkamp    Richard J. “Dick” Merkamp, 90, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at The Springs of Richmond.    He was born in Abington Township in Wayne County on May 14, 1933, the youngest son of Robert W. & Eva M. Wissler Merkamp. He was a 1951 graduate of Centerville High School.    Dick was […] — (Posted March 30, 2024)
Conwell Ward Jr. Conwell Ward, Jr., 94, passed away peacefully at Addison Place on the afternoon of March 28, 2024. Born on May 5, 1929, he was the beloved son of the late Conwell Ward and Florence (Lamberson) Ward. Junior resided west of Hagerstown for over 61 years before relocating to Addison Place in 2021. Junior attended schools […] — (Posted March 30, 2024)
Stephen Torbeck Stephen Torbeck, 81 years old, from Richmond, IN passed away unexpectedly on March 28, 2024. There will be no public service, funeral arrangements are being View full obituary — (Posted March 30, 2024)
Christopher L. Shatsby Christopher L. Shatsby, age 91, of Lewisburg, Ohio, died on Friday, March 29, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his family. Born on September 23, 1932 in West Grove, Pennsylvania, son of the late Jack & Christine (Quinn) Shatsby.   He earned a PhD in Art Education.  Past President of Ohio Art Education Association.  Before […] — (Posted March 30, 2024)
Paul Grant Johnson Paul Grant Johnson, age 71, of Eaton, Ohio, died on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton.  Born on December 24, 1952 in Richmond, Indiana, son of the late Philip Robert & Loy E. (Jarrett) Johnson.   Paul graduated in 1971 from Eaton High School.   He had worked at Parker Hannifin years […] — (Posted March 30, 2024)
Albert Dean Shaw Albert Dean Shaw, age 81, of Camden, OH passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024 with his loving family by his side. He was born August 15, 1942 in Muncie, IN to the late Ora Joseph and Mary Alma Shaw.  Al was a U.S. Army National Guard Veteran; was a Master Barber for many years […] — (Posted March 30, 2024)
Janet Crutcher Janet (Smith) Crutcher 82 of Somerset, Kentucky passed away on March 28, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born August 27, 1941, in Hazard, View full obituary — (Posted March 29, 2024)
William “Guy” Showalter, Jr. William “Guy” Showalter, Jr. 67, of New Castle, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at his home.   He was born on September 8, 1956 in New Castle to the late William Guy Showalter, Sr. and Beatrice Joyce (Sandlin) Showalter-Riggs. Guy was a member of the Eagles and Greensboro Methodist Church.  He was employed […] — (Posted March 29, 2024)
Randy Allen Asberry Randy A. Asberry, 62, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born December 21, 1961, in New Castle, IN. Randy was a 1981 graduate of New Castle High School and a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles and golfing. Randy was an industrial […] — (Posted March 29, 2024)
Devin Alexander Carter Devin Alexander Carter, 28, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Sydney and Lois Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born July 8, 1995, in Cincinnati, OH, a son of Victor Boyd Carter and Tara Lane (Baker) Carter. Very outgoing, Devin attended New Castle Schools and was “loud and proud”, as his […] — (Posted March 29, 2024)
Patricia “Patty” Ann Fisher Patricia “Patty” Ann Fisher, 84, of Fountain City Indiana, passed away March 25, 2024 at Rose Bud facility surrounded by her family. Patty was born to William and Florence Hueing on May 19, 1939. She was the second oldest of their four children. She was married to James William Fisher (deceased). Patty is surpassed in […] — (Posted March 29, 2024)
James R. Whittaker James R. “Jim” Whittaker, age 87, of Greenville, OH and formerly of Eaton, OH passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at the Hospice Care Center at Wayne Hospital in Greenville, OH.  He was born on July 3, 1936 in Greenville to the late James Russell and Iva Pearl Whittaker.  Jim worked and retired […] — (Posted March 29, 2024)
Dr. Stanley “Stan” Robert Chmielewski Dr. Stanley “Stan” Robert Chmielewski, age 80, of Nokomis, Florida, died peacefully on Monday, February 26, 2024. Born on September 7, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of Stanley and Mary (Dudon) Chmielewski. Stan grew up in Dayton. He attended Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School, where he played baseball and football. He graduated […] — (Posted March 29, 2024)
Nora Lane Mason Nora Lane Mason, 85, of New Castle, passed away late Wednesday evening, March 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 6, 1939, at home in New Castle, a daughter of the late Wyatt and Ina (Carnes) Jeffries. Nora worked at Chrysler Corporation in New Castle for many years, retiring in […] — (Posted March 28, 2024)
Tom Pipenger CENTERVILLE – Thomas Lee “Tom” Pipenger, 60, a lifelong resident of Centerville, passed away Sunday, March 24th, 2024, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Tom was born on April 23rd, 1963, to the late Larry and Shirley (Nelson) Pipenger at Reid Health in Richmond. He graduated from Centerville High School with the class of 1981. Tom worked at […] — (Posted March 28, 2024)
Malakai Longo CAMBRIDGE CITY-  Malakai Logan Michael Longo, son of Jacob Alan Longo and Halle Inez Swigart was stillborn on Tuesday evening March 26, 2024 at Henry Community Health in New Castle, Indiana.             Malakai is survived by his parents; his big brother, Jackson Swigart; maternal grandpa, Jay Swigart; paternal grandparents, Joni Jennings and Ron Longo; maternal […] — (Posted March 28, 2024)
Dr. Sam Abram Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted March 27, 2024)
Thomas Vincent Salkoski Thomas Vincent Salkoski passed away on March 21, 2024, in Terre Haute, Indiana. He was 63. Tom was born on December 8, 1960, in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland. He was the third son of Ted and Dolores “Sue” (Carey) Salkoski, and the little brother to Teddy and Todd. For a few years, Tom […] — (Posted March 27, 2024)
Alvin Haynes Jones Alvin Haynes Jones, age 72, of Richmond, died Sunday, March 24, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 6, 1951, in View full obituary — (Posted March 26, 2024)
Maxine E. Edwards Maxine E. Edwards, 92, of New Castle, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 25, 2024. She was born September 29, 1931 in Windy, KY, to the late Joseph B. and Iva Bertram. She and her late husband, Fred Edwards were united in marriage on November 26, 1949. She retired from the New […] — (Posted March 26, 2024)
Byron Eugene Wadsworth Sr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Byron Eugene Wadsworth Sr., age 101, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, March 25, 2024, at Rosebud Village Nursing Home. Born December 2, 1922, in Lynn, Indiana, to Clyde and Grace Maines Wadsworth, Byron was a life-long resident of this area. He graduated from Boston High School in 1942 and lived in Boston […] — (Posted March 26, 2024)
Glenwood King Glenwood King Glenwood King 84 of Lynn died at home surrounded by his family on March 22, 2024. He was born July 26, 1939, in View full obituary — (Posted March 26, 2024)
Jerry Belcher Jerry Belcher, 69 of New Castle, passed away on Monday March 25, 2024, at his home. He was born June 11, 1954, in Rapid City, SD to the late Joe & Patsy (Delaware) Belcher. Jerry was a man’s man and loved anything outdoors. From camping, to riding his motorcycle or the ever-common fishing trips, if […] — (Posted March 26, 2024)
Joseph Schultz It is with profound sadness that the family of Joseph “Joe” Theodore Schultz of Fayette County announce his sudden passing on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was 69 years old. Joe was born in Connersville, Indiana on January 1, 1955 to Bernard T. (Bernie) and Mary E. (Bunzendahl) Schultz. He was the first born in […] — (Posted March 26, 2024)
David Heindl David E. Heindl, age 74, of West Alexandria, Ohio passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at his residence.  He was born May 16, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Arthur J. Heindl, Jr. and Lucille A. (Wysong) Heindl.  David was a 1967 graduate of Twin Valley South High School, following which he attended […] — (Posted March 25, 2024)
Marvin Longnecker CAMBRIDGE CITY- Marvin Allen Longnecker, 86 passed away at The Waters of New Castle, early Saturday morning March 23, 2024. A son of the late Norman and Alice E. Johnson Longnecker, Marvin was born in Cambridge City, Indiana on January 10, 1938. He was a lifelong Cambridge City resident and graduated from Lincoln High School. […] — (Posted March 25, 2024)
Marta Fast HAGERSTOWN – Marta Kaye Fast, 53, formerly of Hagerstown, IN, passed into eternity Sunday evening, March 24, 2024. Marta was the victim of Systemic Lupus. She was born in Van Wert, Ohio, the daughter of Bob and Dixie Fast. She came to Hagerstown in 1973. Marta was a graduate of Hagerstown High School (1988), I.U. […] — (Posted March 25, 2024)
Luid West, Jr. Luid J. “Rusty” West Jr., age 66, of New Castle, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at his home. He was born April 8, 1957, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Luid West Jr & Neva (Kidd) West. Rusty proudly served his country in the US Army in 1975 and later as a […] — (Posted March 25, 2024)