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 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)
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)