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 Jean Mitchell Diana Jean Mitchell passed away peacefully at home on March 15, 2024 at the age of 73. Diana was born in Richmond, IN on May View full obituary — (Posted March 19, 2024)
Miranda Faye Willett Miranda Faye Willett passed away unexpectedly with her family by her side, at Reid Health in Richmond on March 18, 2024, at the age of View full obituary — (Posted March 19, 2024)
Cheryl Owens Cheryl “Annie” Owens, age 63, of New Castle, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born October 13, 1960, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Arthur & Betty (Cox) Owens. Annie was always loving and joyful. She could always make you laugh and made everyone feel welcome. […] — (Posted March 19, 2024)
Donald McFarland Donald McFarland, 80, of Connersville passed away early Sunday morning, March 17, 2023 at Reid Health, Richmond. One of seven children of Craig and Mable Gabbard McFarland, Don was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on September 9, 1943 and graduated from Connersville High School. Don was employed at Visteon for over 30 years. In 1995, […] — (Posted March 19, 2024)
Opal Masters Opal Ilene Masters passed away on March 15, 2024, at the Heritage House in Connersville at the age of 102. She was born on August View full obituary — (Posted March 19, 2024)
Shirley Ann Holsapple Shirley Ann Holsapple, age 87, of Eaton, OH passed away Monday, March 18, 2024 at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, OH.  She was born October 13, 1936 in Castine, OH to the late Chalmer and Hazel Hawkey.  She was a 1955 graduate of New Madison High School; worked at NCR for 13 years and later retired […] — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Oakley York Oakley York 84, of Liberty, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at Forrest Park Nursing Facility in Richmond Indiana. View full obituary — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Robert “Bob” William Stonebreaker Robert William Stonebraker of Richmond, Indiana born in 1932 passed away after a short illness on March 13, 2024. Bob was his own person and experienced life to the fullest. During youthful years he sought new adventures. After leaving Richmond and serving in the Army, he lived in New Orleans where he was a waiter […] — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Michael “Mike” Keith Powell Michael (Mike) Keith Powell 65, of Connersville passed away unexpectedly on Sunday March 17, 2024 at his home. Mike was born on January 31, 1959 View full obituary — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Marcella Jefferies Long time Richmond resident Marcella Jefferies passed away March 12, 2024 at age 98. Marcella was born December 7, 1925, to Robert Franklin and Julia (Martin) Smock. Her childhood was spent on the family farm in Lynn, IN, with her four brothers and three sisters. After graduating from Lynn High School, she moved to Richmond […] — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Harold Graham CAMBRIDGE CITY-, Harold E. Graham, 69, passed away Saturday morning March 16, 2024 at The Waters in New Castle, Indiana.  A son of the late John J. and Ruth M. (Sears) Graham, Harold was born in Greenfield, Indiana on June 24, 1954.  Harold attended school in Greenfield and moved to Cambridge City in 1974.  He […] — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Diana J. Mitchell OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Tracy Allen OBITUARY AND ARRANGEMENTS ARE FORTH COMING View full obituary — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Eddie Dean Davis Eddie Dean Davis, 69, of Anderson, IN, passed away after an extended illness at his residence, with his loving wife by his side, on March View full obituary — (Posted March 18, 2024)
Rita J. Greenwood Rita J. Greenwood, 79, of New Castle passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Henry Community Health. She was born September 6, 1944 in Gulfport, Mississippi to the late Basil Wayne and Lillian Clarice (Werking) Johnson. Rita was a 1963 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School and later worked at RCA in Indianapolis. In […] — (Posted March 17, 2024)
Afroditi “Effie” Kandris Afroditi “Effie” Kandris, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana passed away peacefully in her home Saturday (March 16, 2024). She was born in the small village of Elatos, Greece on February 14, 1934 to Panayoti and Vasiliki Sioutos. Effie enjoyed cooking authentic Greek food, crocheting, various types of needlework, and spending time with family and friends. […] — (Posted March 17, 2024)
Connie Marie Freeman Connie Marie Freeman, 73, of Lewisville passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, March 16, 2024 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on August 21, 1950 in New Castle, IN, a daughter of the late Ralph “Tommy” Conner and Katherine (Vandyke) Massengale. Connie enjoyed the family farm and horseback riding early […] — (Posted March 17, 2024)
Nancy Kirlin Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Nancy Jane Kirlin, age 84, passed away on Friday afternoon, March 15, 2024, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana surrounded by her loving family. Born July 6,1939, she was the daughter of Herbert Muckridge and Mary (Butler) Muckridge of Wayne County, Indiana.   In 1957, Nancy graduated from […] — (Posted March 17, 2024)
Ravonna “Robin” Mae Moore RICHMOND, Ind. – Ravonna “Robin” Mae Moore, age 65, of Richmond, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Reid Health, surrounded by family. Born November 15, 1958, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Harold “Skip” E. Roberts and Deloris “Doty” Tucker Roberts, Robin had lived in Richmond for the last seven […] — (Posted March 17, 2024)
Lee Ann Proffitt Lee Ann Proffitt, age 67, of New Lebanon, OH passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH.  Lee Ann was a devout christian.  She was born November 8, 1956 in Dayton, OH.  She is survived by her parents Paul E. and Jerry L. (Humphrey) Proffitt, Sr.; daughters Valerie Puckett […] — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Fred Hampton, Jr. Fred D. Hampton, Jr. passed away on March 14, 2024 surrounded by his family at the age of 74. Fred was born in Richmond, Indiana View full obituary — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Robert E. Peffly Robert E. Peffly, age 73 of Eaton, Ohio died Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, OH. Bob was born on December 15, 1950, in Richmond, Indiana, the son of the late George E. & Viola W. (Loy) Peffly. He was a 1970 Eaton High School graduate.   Preceded in death by brother: […] — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Micki L. Dishman RICHMOND, IN– Micki L. Dishman, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Arbor Trace. Born November 24, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana, to Leon and Annamae Graf Faidley, Micki lived most of her life in this community. She was a 1965 graduate of Richmond High School and worked as a secretary for […] — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Charles T. “Chuck” Rhodus Charles T. “Chuck” Rhodus, age 67, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at his residence.  He was born June 9, 1956 in Greenville, OH to the late Donald and Marcia Rhodus.  He was a 1974 graduate of Twin Valley High School and was an over the road truck driver for many […] — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Benita Lanell Hobbs Benita Lanell Hobbs, 71, of Connersville passed away early Thursday morning, March 14, 2024 with her family by her side at her home. One of five children of Harold and Carol Vest Williamson, Benita was born in Connersville on April 23, 1952. On July 8, 1989 she marred Gary Hobbs in Connersville. Mr. Hobbs passed […] — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Cheryl Jean Radford May Cheryl Jean Radford May, 64, of New Castle, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at her New Castle home, after a hard-fought battle against pancreatic cancer. She was born on December 14, 1959, in New Castle, the youngest child of the late James Welba Radford and Elsie Elva Brown Radford. Cheryl attended Mooreland Elementary […] — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Ernest “Gene” Brown Ernest “Gene” Brown 67, passed away Thursday March 14, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson. Visitation for Gene will take place on Tuesday March 19, 2024 at Rose City Funeral Home in New Castle from 5:00 – 7:00 PM with a funeral service to take place at 7. Rose City Funeral Home directors and […] — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Brian E. Whybrew Brian E. Whybrew, 51, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, March 13, 2024 following a motorcycle accident. He was born May 21, 1972 in Muncie, son of Philip and Pamela (Swartz) Whybrew. Brian graduated from Delta High School in 1991, and joined the U.S. Army. He retired from the Army following 21 years of Honorable Service. During […] — (Posted March 15, 2024)
Marc A. Wissler Marc A. Wissler passed from this world into the next on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at the age of 45. He leaves with the love of his family. He was born in Portland, Indiana, to Allen Wissler and Alberta Elenburg on September 28, 1978. Marc graduated from Wapahani High School in 1997 and later attended […] — (Posted March 14, 2024)
Jeffrey Scott Johnson Jeffrey ‘Scott’ Johnson passed away at Reid Hospital on March 12th, 2024. He was born February 17th, 1966, in New Castle, Indiana, the son of View full obituary — (Posted March 14, 2024)