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.
Karen Elder  RICHMOND- We are heartbroken to share that Karen Sue (McNew) Elder, from Richmond Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on March 13th at 12:21am at the young age of 59 surrounded by many of her loved ones.  Born on January 3rd, 1965 in Hawthorn, California to Arthur Eugene McNew and Louella Kay (Strouse) McNew, Karen […] — (Posted March 14, 2024)
Lois Ann Hicks Lois Ann Hicks, age 76, passed away March 13, 2024, at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle, Indiana. She was born July 8, 1947 in Albany, Kentucky, a daughter of the late, Leonard and Kate (Guffey) Losey. Lois was a 1966 graduate of Blue River High School. She loved everyone and everyone loved Lois. She […] — (Posted March 14, 2024)
Jax William Adams Jax William Adams, 3, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at his home in Connersville. He was born in Greensburg, Indiana on April 21, 2020. Jax was named after his grandpa Mick and uncle Michael. Jax was the kind of kid who never met a stranger, greeting everyone with a bright smile and an […] — (Posted March 14, 2024)
Anthony Wayne Stevens Obituary Pending There are no public services. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted March 14, 2024)
David (Dewey) Laird David Laird (Dewey) was born on July 14th, 1975, in Richmond IN to Sharon Thompson and Stephen Laird. Dewey passed away unexpectedly peacefully in his home March 11th 2024, at the age of 48. Dewey graduated from Richmond High School in 1993. Dewey welcomed two beautiful daughters, Brittany, and Halea Laird. His daughters will remember […] — (Posted March 14, 2024)
David Henry Manthei David Henry Manthei, 87, of New Castle passed away on the morning of Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Henry Community Health in New Castle. He was born on December 5, 1936, Joliet, Illinois, a son of the late Henry and Marie (Halhweg) Manthei. David grew up in the Joliet area and graduated in 1954 from […] — (Posted March 13, 2024)
Kenny Bills CAMBRIDGE CITY- Kenneth Raymond “Kenny” Bills, 65, passed away Monday March 11, 2024, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. A son of the late Richard Thomas and Nida Jean (Gabbard) Bills, Kenny was born in Connersville, Indiana on June 15, 1958.  Kenny grew up in Wayne County around Pennville and attended Lincoln High […] — (Posted March 13, 2024)
Joseph Raymond Cole Joseph Raymond Cole, 63, of Mooreland passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at his home. He was born on June 21, 1960 in Fort Knox, KY. A self-employed mechanic, Joseph retired from Pritchett Excavating and Rich King Diesel Mechanics. He also worked in Ft. Myers, FL laying tile on roofs. A graduate of North Ft. […] — (Posted March 13, 2024)
Coty Coyle RICHMOND, IN– Coty Coyle, age 40, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, March 7, 2024, at home. Coty was born May 28, 1983, in Richmond, Indiana, and lived all of his life in this community. He loved his job working as a peer review counselor for Bridges of Life. Coty was a member of Oak Park […] — (Posted March 13, 2024)
Irene (Moreland) Horn Mitchell Irene (Moreland) Horn Mitchell, 95 of Dixie, Georgia, dearly loved by all who knew her, she went home to be with Jesus Saturday, March 9, 2024. Her warm personality, ready smile, and genuine care & concern for others will be greatly missed. Born on November 14, 1928 in Irvine, Kentucky, she was the daughter of […] — (Posted March 13, 2024)
Bobby Bryant Sigmon Bobby Bryant Sigmon 85 of Richmond passed away on March 11, 2024, at the Springs of Richmond. He was born February 8, 1939, in Mount View full obituary — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Carolyn Sue Carter Obituary Pending Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Friday, March 15, 2024, at 12 Noon. Family and friends may visit Friday View full obituary — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Michael D. Cochran Michael D. Cochran, age 53 of Eaton, Ohio died Monday, March 11, 2024, at his residence. He had been employed at Rinehart’s Lawn Care Service and was a wonderful father and papaw.   Michael was born on May 27, 1970, in Montgomery County, Ohio. He was the son of the late William D. & Helen […] — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Patricia “Pat” Workman Patricia “Pat” Workman, 87, of New Castle passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 at Henry Community Health. She was born on December 5, 1936 in Louise, West Virginia to the late Charles Tamburin and Catherine (Matusavage) Miller. She was a bus driver for New Hope for several years. Pat also worked at the school […] — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Nina Gail Sims Nina Gail Sims, 70, of Connersville passed away Monday afternoon, March 11, 2024 at Reid Health, Richmond after battling several illnesses for many years. One of seven children of Paul Plummer and Loretta Mae Bastin Wildridge, Nina was born in Connersville on July 18, 1953. She was employed at J and J Packing for 12 […] — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Clifford Darrell Friend Clifford “Darrell” Friend, 83, of Connersville, Indiana, died Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Reid Health Hospice, Richmond, Indiana where he was a patient for eight days. Prior to his death Darrell had been a resident of Autumn Trace in Connersville since November 2023. Darrell was born in McDermott, Ohio on November 24, 1940, to Clifford […] — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Louise Hayes Louise Hayes of Connersville, passed away on Monday March 4, 2024 at the age of 85. Louise was born in Rushville, Indiana on November 21, View full obituary — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Bonnie Carr Bonnie (Drake) Carr, age 89, formerly of Camden, Ohio, died Wednesday, March 6, 2024 in Florida. Born on October 6, 1934 in Campton, KY, she was the daughter of the late Charles & Malvera (Oliver) Drake. Bonnie was the third youngest of twelve siblings. Bonnie retired from General Motors in 1987, where she was extremely […] — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Robert “Bob” Ray Mallett Robert “Bob” Ray Mallett (age 88) passed away at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Ind. on March 8, 2024 following several months of declining health. Born March 3, 1936 in Vincennes, Ind. to Hubert Don Mallett and Evelyn Young Mallett Snow, Bob attended Lincoln High School in Vincennes before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps […] — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Donald Penning Donald William Penning, 84, of New Castle, Indiana passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024. He was born August 23, 1939 in Oakland, California to the late Malvina R. Hidalgo and Charles J. Penning Jr. He was raised in Oakland, California where he attended elementary school and Jr. High School. He was a welder. As […] — (Posted March 12, 2024)
Marilyn June Duvall Marilyn June (Carr) Gross-Duvall, 96, of New Castle passed away Monday, March, 11, 2024 at her home. She was born June 29, 1927 in Chicago, Illinois to Emmett and Marie (Burke) Carr. She attended St. Matthews, Our Lady of Angels Providence Catholic Girls School. Marilyn retired from Marsh supermarket after 35 years of service. She […] — (Posted March 11, 2024)
William James Lewis William J. Lewis, 81 of Eaton, Ohio, died Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton. Born on April 16, 1942 in Norristown, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late William D. & Eva (Ryman) Lewis.Bill was a self-employed truck driver. He was a graduate of the Upper Dublin High School in Montgomery County, […] — (Posted March 11, 2024)
Jonathan Pike Jonathan Pike, 45 of Liberty passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024. He was born on January 6, 1979 in Richmond to John Pike and View full obituary — (Posted March 11, 2024)
Charles Brookshire Charles Brookshire, 83, of New Castle passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus Friday, March 8, 2024, at his home. He was born April 9, 1940, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Benny Brookshire & Hilma (Lassen) Brookshire. Charles was a wonderful soul who loved the small things in life. He was a […] — (Posted March 11, 2024)
Robert Leon Rehmel RICHMOND, Ind. – Robert Leon Rehmel, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, March 10, 2024, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born February 1, 1934, in Blackhawk, Indiana, to Carl Robert and Dollie Kittle Rehmel, Bob had lived in this area since 1960. He graduated from Pimento High School in 1952, received his bachelor’s degree from […] — (Posted March 11, 2024)
Cheryl “Sherry” Fohl Cheryl “Sherry” Fohl, age 65, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024. — (Posted March 11, 2024)
Jacqueline “Jackie” Jean Dowler RICHMOND, Ind. – Jacqueline “Jackie” Jean Dowler, age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Reid Health. Born September 10, 1937, in Lynn, Indiana, to Kenneth Loyd and Martha Marie Kees Jennings, Jackie was a life-long resident of this area. She enjoyed reading and in their younger years, she and Jack belonged […] — (Posted March 10, 2024)
Anthony Ray Wallen Anthony (Tony) Ray Wallen, 59, of Mooreland passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, March 9th, 2024. He was born February 4th, 1965, in Henry County, Indiana to Willie and the late Patricia Wallen. Tony attained his GED in New Castle in 1992. He loved building and working with his hands. Tony was very […] — (Posted March 10, 2024)
Barbara McDowell Barbara Jean McDowell, 96, of New Castle passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus Friday, March 8, 2024, at The Willows of New Castle. She was born June 23, 1927, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Eugene M & Virginia (Kelly) Lowery. Barbara was a wonderful soul who loved the small things in […] — (Posted March 10, 2024)
Phyllis Jean Shafer Phyllis Jean Shafer, 68, of Hagerstown, passed away Friday morning, March 8, 2024 at Reid Hospital in Richmond following an extended illness. She was born February 8, 1956 in Winchester, a daughter of the late Marion and Dorothy (Smith) Craig. A 1974 graduate of Hagerstown High School, Phyllis was active in her community. She was […] — (Posted March 9, 2024)