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.
Roy Vandivier Roy Vandivier, 80, of Milton, passed away at home on Wednesday May 1, 2024.  He was born in Rushville, Indiana on November 2, 1943 to Robert H. and Helen A. (Lawson) Vandivier.  Roy grew up in Milton, graduating from Milton High School in 1961 and later earned his Associates Degree from IU East.  He married […] — (Posted May 2, 2024)
M. Jean Blakley M. Jean Blakley, age 92, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. — (Posted May 2, 2024)
Verna Jean Lear Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 2, 2024)
William “Bill” Johnson William “Bill” Johnson, age 45, passed away on April 29,2024 at Reid Health in Richmond. Bill was born in Rushville, IN on June 22, 1978, View full obituary — (Posted May 2, 2024)
Juanita R. Russell Juanita R. Russell, age 88, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Juanita was born in Brookville, IN. — (Posted May 2, 2024)
William Charles French William Charles French, 79, of Laurel passed away Tuesday evening, April 30, 2024 at Heritage House of Connersville where he had been a resident for six months. One of six children of Millard and Nancy Fields French, William was born in Laurel on February 27, 1945. William served his country in the United States Army […] — (Posted May 2, 2024)
Carlene Ann Stegall Carlene Ann Stegall, age 83, of Richmond, IN passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024 at Reid Health in Richmond.  She was born July 18, 1940 in Richmond to the late Carl Henry and Bessie Leona (Brown) Stegall.  She retired from the Finance Systems in Richmond, IN.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded […] — (Posted May 1, 2024)
Daniel Richard Fienning Dan Fienning was a lifelong avid fisherman. His nickname was “Bluegill” to his friends and family. Daniel Richard Fienning was born in Richmond Indiana on View full obituary — (Posted May 1, 2024)
Mary Close GREENS FORK- Mary Ruth Close, 88, passed away early Tuesday morning April 30, 2024 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. She was born on March 11, 1936 in Seminary, Kentucky to the late Paul F. and Laura Mertie (Stone) Moles.   Ruth graduated from Hagerstown High School with the class of 1954. A longtime Wayne County […] — (Posted May 1, 2024)
Edith Margaret (Kersten) Johnson Edith (Kersten) Johnson, 93, a resident of New Castle, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at her home. She was born March 22, 1931 in a farmhouse near Wheaton, Kansas to Jacob “Jake” and Christina (Hendricks) Kersten.   The family moved to Iowa in 1934. Edith graduated high school at Percival, Iowa. She […] — (Posted May 1, 2024)
Monty Dale Steelman 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 1, 2024)
Paul W. Booher Paul W. Booher 77 of Richmond passed away on April 29, 2024, after a long illness. He was born November 26, 1946, in West Manchester, View full obituary — (Posted May 1, 2024)
David R. Crowe David R Crowe of Fortville, IN, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024 surrounded by family at his bedside.  David was born July 12, 1945 in New Castle Indiana to Tommy and L. Rose (Shelton) Crowe.     David was a 1964 graduate of Chrysler High School in New Castle. He served honorably in the […] — (Posted April 30, 2024)
Anna Dean Maples Our mother, Anna Dean Maples, 89, of Richmond, IN. was welcomed home as she entered into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday April 28th while in the care of St. Vincent Ascension Hospital in Indianapolis She was born Dec 8, 1934, in Clay Co, TN, the daughter of Carvell and Odessa “Dessie” […] — (Posted April 30, 2024)
Patricia “Patty” A. Goodwin Patricia “Patty” A. Goodwin, 77, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024. She was born August 5, 1946 in New Castle to the late William and Helen (Hardacre) Fulton. Patty was a 1964 graduate of New Castle High School and later retired from the New Castle State Developmental Center following more than 20 […] — (Posted April 30, 2024)
Robert Clay Ferman Robert Clay Ferman 68 of Richmond passed away in his home on April 29, 2024, after a long illness. He was born on January 3, View full obituary — (Posted April 30, 2024)
Bill Doolin NEW PARIS, Ohio – Bill Doolin, age 66, of New Paris, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 26, 2024, at Reid Health. Born September 28, 1957, in Pineville, Kentucky, to Robert and Nancy Jones Doolin, Bill had lived in this area since childhood. He enjoyed fishing, kayaking, and being on the […] — (Posted April 30, 2024)
Judith Ann Marsh Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted April 30, 2024)
Linda Lou Black Linda Lou Black, 67, of Richmond, passed away on April 25, 2024, at Reid Health, Richmond. The daughter of David and Dorothy Thomas Adams, she View full obituary — (Posted April 30, 2024)
James R. McWhinney James R. McWhinney, 79, of New Paris, Ohio, died Monday, April 29, 2024 at his residence. Born on February 26, 1945 in Richmond, Indiana, he was the son of the late Robert J. and Carmen (Frazier) McWhinney. Jim retired in 2005 after 37 years as a School Teacher for Richmond City Schools. He was a […] — (Posted April 30, 2024)
Boyd William Duvall Boyd William Duvall, 77, of New Castle, passed away Monday April 29, 2024, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born August 4, 1946, in New Castle, In to the late Dewey & Warna (Evensburger) Duvall. A graveside service for Boyd will take place on Thursday May 2, 2024 at 10:00 AM at South […] — (Posted April 30, 2024)
Eric Horner Eric T. Horner, 58, of Olive Hill, Kentucky and formerly of Western Wayne County, passed on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. He was born on September 17, 1965 in Richmond, Indiana to Robert T. and Pamela (Moore) Horner and lived most his life in Wayne County. Eric was baptized at Milton United Methodist Church. He attended […] — (Posted April 29, 2024)
Annitta “Jane” Terry Annitta “Jane” Terry, 52 of New Castle passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson. She was born April 25, 1972 in New Castle to the late Charles and Shirley (Baney) Overton.   Jane was employed at McSherr Inc. for over 30 years as a direct support professional. A collector of […] — (Posted April 29, 2024)
Carol J. Mann Carol J. Mann, age 75, of Eaton, OH passed away Monday, April 29, 2024.  She was born December 25, 1948 in Dayton, OH to the late Harold E. and Georgia Eloise (Stover) Newkirk.  Carol was a 1967 graduate of Eaton High School; was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #322, West Alexandria, OH; […] — (Posted April 29, 2024)
Theodore C “Ted” Agler Theodore C “Ted” Agler, age 74, of Centerville, OH passed away Monday, April 29, 2024 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH.  He was born January 12, 1950 in Dayton to the late Lowell C and Lelah M. (Haller) Agler.  Ted was a 1969 graduate of National Trail High School; was a U.S Air Force […] — (Posted April 29, 2024)
Mona Craig Mona Lee (Dennis) Craig passed away on April 27th, 2024, at Ambassador Healthcare. She was born at home in New Lisbon, Indiana, on Christmas Day in 1934 to her mother, Marie Esther Dennis. Mona was raised by her loving grandmother, Stella Belle (Knox) Dennis, aunts Pauline Macy, Elsie Brown all deceased and Kathryn O’Dell of […] — (Posted April 29, 2024)
Connie Louise McCrobie — (Posted April 29, 2024)
Bobby “Bob” Eugene Upchurch Bobby E. Upchurch 73, of New Castle passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024 peacefully at Henry County Community Health. He was born December 17, 1950 in New Castle to the late Joe Bennie and Earsel (Dunnington) Upchurch. He was a member of the 1969 graduating class of New Castle Chrysler High School. Following graduation […] — (Posted April 29, 2024)
Glenia E. Brown 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 April 29, 2024)
Sandra Diane Decker Sandra Decker, 73, a resident of New Castle passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at the Rawlins House of Pendleton. She was born June 17, 1950 in Indianapolis to the late James Arthur and Glendora Muriel (Smith) Adams, Sr. Sandy retired from New Castle Community Schools where she was employed as secretary to the superintendent […] — (Posted April 28, 2024)