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.
Alice S. Bean Alice Stallings Amrine Bean June 6, 1944 – March 20, 2025 Alice S. Amrine Bean (age 80) of Henry County died peacefully Thursday, March 20, 2025, at her home on County Road 200 West in New Castle, IN. Alice was born on June 6, 1944 (D-Day) in Oakland, California, the daughter of Commander Horace F. […] — (Posted April 1, 2025)
Lucille Harsh Lucille Harsh, 93, of Connersville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Lucille was born May 23, 1931, in East Bernsted, Kentucky, the daughter of Peter and Rachel Gabbard Ingram. Lucille married William Tanksley in Kentucky and moved to the Connersville area in 1958. Mr. Tanksley passed away in […] — (Posted April 1, 2025)
Mary (Mary Kay) Katherine Hankosky On March 31, 2025 while living in Assisted Living at Forest Park Health Campus, Mary Kay lost her courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Our family and her friends lost one of their greatest prayer warriors here on earth, but know she will continue to pray for all of us from Heaven. Mary Katherine (Mary Kay) […] — (Posted April 1, 2025)
Betty S. Carter Betty S. Carter, a cherished homemaker and beloved mother, passed away on March 30, 2025, at the age of 75. She was born February 3, 1950 in Indianapolis, IN to the late William and Flora (Roberts) McGowan. Betty worked tirelessly as a homemaker, pouring her heart into caring for her boys and raising them to […] — (Posted March 31, 2025)
Nila Kaye Roberts Nila Kaye Roberts, 77, of Connersville passed away Tuesday evening, March 25, 2025 at her home. One of seven children of Walter and Mary Davis, Nila was born in Batesville on February 21, 1948. For many years, Nila was married to Beecher Roberts of Brookville. Mr. Roberts precedes her in death. A homemaker, Nila enjoyed […] — (Posted March 31, 2025)
Wilbur Lewis Cross A complete obituary will be posted soon. Wilbur Lewis Cross, 86, of New Castle passed away Saturday, March 30, 2025 at Henry Community Health. He was born February 24, 1939 in Hagerstown to the late Aubrey and Lucille (Favorite) Cross. Wilbur is survived by his wife of nearly 43 years, Sue (Madden) Cross; children, Tim […] — (Posted March 31, 2025)
Genevieve M. Neel Genevieve M. “Jenny” (Favorite) Neel, 84, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at home, surrounded by loved ones. The youngest daughter of Ernest and Addie (Young) Favorite, she was born in New Castle on February 3, 1941. A 1959 graduate of Hagerstown High School, Genevieve retired from Nettle Creek School Corporation after many years of […] — (Posted March 31, 2025)
Jewell L. Raridan Jewell L. Raridan, 95, of Laurel, passed away Saturday morning, March 29, 2025 at Caroleton Manor Nursing Home, Connersville. One of six children of Luther and Thelma Clayton, Jewell was born in Bracken County, Kentucky on January 13, 1930. On April 29, 1944, Jewell married Jerry Allen Raridan and they lived their entire married life […] — (Posted March 31, 2025)
Lenora Dock Lenor Dock, 75, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, March 28, 2025. She was born May 7, 1949, in Wyoming, West Virginia to James and Margaret (Patrick) Hilton. Lenor was a homemaker, a member of the Baptist faith and most recently attended Trinity Full Gospel Tabernacle. She enjoyed fishing with […] — (Posted March 30, 2025)
Sharon Kay Robbins Sharon Kay Robbins, 71, formerly of Mooreland passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. She was born May 12, 1953 in New Castle to the late Mack C. and Winnie L. (Davis) Robbins. Sharon could always be seen wearing a smile. She was always happy but did also have […] — (Posted March 29, 2025)
Walter A. Martin Walter Alexander Martin, 84, of Union City, OH passed away March 24, 2025, at Reid Health & Hospital of Richmond, IN, following a brief illness. Walter was born May 6, 1940 in New Paris, OH, the son of the late Harry E and Ethel Mae (Kesler) Martin. Walter worked 30 plus years at the Union […] — (Posted March 28, 2025)
Arlen P. McBride Arlen P. McBride was born on January 3, 1958, in Marlatt, Michigan, and passed away on March 27, 2025, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Arlen resided in New Castle until he passed. Arlen is preceded in death by his father, Dennis McBride; his mother, Pauline McBride; and his brothers, Terry McBride and Tad McBride. […] — (Posted March 28, 2025)
Shirley Jean Robinson Shirley Jean Robinson, 88, of New Castle passed away on Friday March 28, 2025, at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. She was born on June 17, 1936, in Burnside, Ky, to the late Russell and Mae Grace (Hughes) West. Spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren was Shirley’s greatest joy. Shirley […] — (Posted March 28, 2025)
Ray Allen Schroy Ray Allen Schroy was born passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted View full obituary — (Posted March 28, 2025)
Debbie Cates RICHMOND- Deborah “Debbie” Ann Cates went home to be with our Heavenly Father, Wednesday evening March 26, 2025 after a brief but courageous battle with breast cancer. The oldest and only daughter born to Ray and Hilda (Swoveland) Hall on August 26, 1954. She graduated from Tri High School in 1972 and was a member […] — (Posted March 28, 2025)
Barbara Sue Stamper Barbara Sue Stamper, 86 of Richmond, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. She was born on February 21, 1939 in Liberty to Donald Bradley View full obituary — (Posted March 28, 2025)
Agatha “Sue” Davis Agatha “Sue” Davis passed away on March 22, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond at the age of 84. She was born in Albany, Kentucky View full obituary — (Posted March 28, 2025)
Patricia Elizabeth Mackey Patricia Elizabeth Mackey (née Eales) passed away on Sunday, March 23rd at 7:43pm. She was 64 years old. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on View full obituary — (Posted March 28, 2025)
Larry Gene Delon Larry Gene Delon, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and pastor, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2025, in Greenfield, Indiana, at the age of 76. Born on August 2, 1948, in New Castle to James and Rosalind Delon, Larry lived a life full of love, faith, and devotion to his family and community. For […] — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Janet C. Barnes Janet C. Barnes, 77, of New Castle, passed away on March 25, 2025 at home with her family. She was born January 13, 1948, in Clinton County Kentucky, the daughter of the late Luther and Dora (Pennycuff) Agee. Born with the heart of a survivor, Janet faced life's challenges with a tenacity that inspired everyone […] — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Charlie C. Van Skoyck Ⅱ Charlie C. Van Skoyck II, age 52 of Gratis, OH passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. He was born January 6, 1973 in Kettering, OH to Charles C. and the late Linda Haines Van Skoyck. He enjoyed spending time outside, swinging, and his monkey socks. He went to L&M Products for about 25 years […] — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Donnie W. Reister RICHMOND, IN. – Donnie Wayne Reister, age 74, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away to be with our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Reid Health. Donnie was born on July 10, 1950, in Fries, Virginia, to Bill and Mary Reister. He graduated from Dunedin High School in 1970 and attended 2 years of […] — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Tracey Lea Rose Waller Tracey Lea Rose Waller, 33, of Connersville, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at her home. The daughter of Danny Lee Rose and Mildred Marie Seeley Plummer, Tracey was born August 10, 1991, in Connersville, and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 2009. Tracey worked in cooking prep for the Pizza […] — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Anna Marie Lawson Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Elizabeth Mae “Libby” Mastin Elizabeth Mae “Libby” (Wilkinson) Mastin, 95, of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. She was born on May 26, 1929, in New Castle, the daughter of the late Joseph and Bina (Kirby) Wilkinson. A 1948 graduate of New Castle High School, Libby worked as […] — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Karen Sue Donica Karen Sue Donica, age 67. passed away unexpectedly at IU Ball Hosp in Muncie, leaving this world and into the arms of Jesus on March 24, 2025. Karen was born on December 31, 1957 the 14th child of Wenford and Violet Donica. For the past 29 years, Karen has made her home in Muncie with […] — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Billie Louise Fultz Billie Louise (Sharp) Fultz, 93, of New Castle, IN received her unfading crown of glory in Heaven on Friday, March 21, 2025. She was born on November 11, 1931 in Leslie County, KY to the late William Oliver and America (Joseph) Sharp. Louise was a dedicated Christian family woman who took an active part in […] — (Posted March 27, 2025)
Marilyn Futrell Marilyn Lois Futrell, 90, of New Castle, passed away early Wednesday morning, March 19, 2025 at The Waters of Middletown. She was born on May 4, 1934 in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Luther “Duke” and Lois (Cooper) Whiteman. Marilyn was a mother who loved her family. She spent a lot of […] — (Posted March 26, 2025)
Steve Dearth Steve Dearth, age 74 of West Manchester, OH passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at his home with his family at his side. He was born October 29, 1950 in Dayton, OH to the late Russell and Mary Dearth. Steve grew up in nearby Pyrmont and was a 1969 graduate of Brookville High School. […] — (Posted March 26, 2025)
Dana Ann Meyer Dana Ann Meyer, 50 of Richmond, IN passed away on March 23, 2025 in Richmond. She was born to Effie O’Connor and Frank Meyer on View full obituary — (Posted March 26, 2025)