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.
Kurt Whitesel      Kurt A. Whitesel, 74, of Lynn, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, at Reid Health.    He was born in Union City, Indiana on November 11, 1949 to Jack E. & Margaret E. Elliott Whitesel. Kurt was a 1968 graduate of Union City Community High School and a graduate of Purdue University.   […] — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Violet “Angi” Anne Adkins Violet “Angi” Anne Adkins, 80, of New Castle, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024 in New Castle. She was born on January 19, 1944 in New Castle to the late Charles Clayton and Bertha (Jesse) Conley. She was a loving person who would help anyone in need. Angi enjoyed painting, interior decorating and gardening. […] — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Timothy R. Theurer Timothy Richard Theurer, 58, of Modoc, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at Reid Health in Richmond. He was born in Union City, IN on April 6, 1965 to Jerry and Jennifer (Shaver) Theurer and had resided in Modoc for the past several years. Graveside services will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 3, at […] — (Posted January 30, 2024)
James Duane Balthis James Duane Balthis 62 of Eaton passed away January 27, 2024. He was born November 12, 1961, in Richmond to James F. and Janice Spencer View full obituary — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Mary L Emmons Mary Emmons,98, formerly of New Castle, passed away Thursday Janaury 25, 2024 in Utopia, Arizona. Graveside services will be Friday February 2, 2024 at South Mound Cemetery at 2:15 PM. — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Walter william Crocker Walter William Crocker, affectionately known as Walt, passed away on January 21, 2024, at the age of 85 at Reid Hospital in Richmond Indiana. Walt View full obituary — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Ruth Adele Ball Converse Mills-Varnell Mills RICHMOND, Ind. – Ruth Adele Ball Converse Mills-Varnell Mills left this earth on January 29, 2024, with her family by her side. Ruth was born in Swanton, Ohio, on December 7, 1944, to Vernena Cunningham Ball and Robert Reed Ball. She received an Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies, a bachelor’s degree in general […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Mark Andrew Winslow Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Christopher Lee Hiatt Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Kenneth Conn LEWISVILLE- Kenneth Lee Conn, 82, of rural Lewisville, passed away at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield, Indiana, on January 28th, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 20th, 1941, in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late John L. and Ruth (Ramsey) Conn. Kenneth served ten years in the United States Navy […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Suellen Melton NEW CASTLE-Suellen Marie Melton, 38, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away Friday January 26th, 2024, at her home peacefully in her sleep. Suellen was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend. She had the most beautiful smile that could light up any room. She was born January 9th, 1986, in New Castle to […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Kim Whiteley HAGERSTOWN- Kim Edward Whiteley, 72, passed away at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville, Indiana, on Friday January 26th, 2024. Kim was born on May 7th, 1951, in Harvey, Illinois, to the late Ward A. and Opal Catherine (Feiock) Whiteley. He was raised and graduated high school from Tinley Park High School with the class of 1969. […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Larry Clement Day LYNN, Ind. – Larry Clement Day, age 85, of Lynn, Indiana, died Thursday, January 25, 2024, at home surrounded by family. Born February 3, 1938, in Williamsburg, Indiana, to Claude M. and Nancy M. Weatherly Day, Larry was a life-long resident of this area. He graduated from Williamsburg High School. Larry was a welder at […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Christopher D. Rowe Connersville native Christopher D. Rowe, 61, died Friday, January 26, 2024, at his residence. Chris was born on March 13, 1962, to the late Joseph E. and Linda Lane Rowe. He attended Connersville… — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Timothy Allen Webb RICHMOND, Ind. – Timothy Allen Webb Sr., age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born October 25, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to Richard and Juanita Mercer Webb, Tim was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a machine operator at Dana and retired from there. While at Dana, he […] — (Posted January 28, 2024)
Gerald Dean Pollitt Sr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Gerald Dean Pollitt Sr., age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 26, 2024, at Rosebud Village Nursing Home. Born December 22, 1943, in Fayette County, Indiana, to Charles G. and Louise Stephens Pollitt, Gerald lived in this area most of his life. He was a graduate of Mays High School and […] — (Posted January 28, 2024)
David Clarke Hinshaw RICHMOND, Ind. – David Clarke Hinshaw, age 57, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Reid Health after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Born September 2, 1966, in Richmond, Indiana, to Rodney Clarke and Lynda S. Hinshaw, David was a life-long resident of Richmond. He completed his education at Richmond High School. […] — (Posted January 27, 2024)
Gerald Dean Pollitt Sr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Gerald Dean Pollitt Sr., age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 26, 2024, at Rosebud Village Nursing Home. Born December 22, 1943, in Fayette County, Indiana, to Charles G. and Louise Stephens Pollitt, Gerald lived in this area most of his life. He was a graduate of Mays High School and […] — (Posted January 27, 2024)
Joan Ray Critser Joan Ray Critser, 81, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, on her 81st birthday at Glen Oaks Health Campus following an extended illness. She was born January 25, 1943 in New Castle, a daughter of the late John J. and Bertha (Burden) Ray. A 1961 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School, Joan was Office […] — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Robert G. Stoner EATON, OH – Robert G. Stoner, age 84, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Greenbriar Nursing Facility. Born February 13, 1939, in Anderson, Indiana, to Lloyd and Vivian Lemon Stoner, Bob graduated with a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Indiana University, was a member of ATO, sang in the IU Singing […] — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Sadia Hodgkins Obituary and arrangements pending View full obituary — (Posted January 26, 2024)
William Juel Pearson Sr. IN– William Juel Pearson Sr., age 74, of Connersville, Indiana, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 25, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born February 19, 1949, in Lexington, Kentucky, to JD and Betty Woolums Pearson, he lived most of his life in the Union County area. He worked for […] — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Carol Sue White Carol Sue (Gibbs) White, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana.  Born on December 8, 1940 in Richmond, Indiana, daughter of the late Willard & Kathryn (Phenis) Gibbs.    Carol had worked at the family business of White’s Home Improvement in Richmond, Indiana for many years […] — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Alvin “Al” Sparks Alvin “Al” Sparks of Richmond went home to the Lord on January 15, 2024 at age 89. Al was born to Glenn and Goldie Sparks View full obituary — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Jimmie L. Bumbalough Jimmie L. Bumbalough Sr., 81, born in Sparta Tennessee to Willie Herbert Bumbalough and Lela Mae (Demps) Bumbalough on May 16th, 1942, passed away peacefully View full obituary — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Ronald “Ronnie” Dean Moore Ronald “Ronnie” Dean Moore, 83, of New Castle went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, January 24th at Community Hospital in Anderson surrounded by family. He was born February 10, 1940 in Anderson to Wayne H. and Florence (Rector) Moore and grew up in the Markleville community. He was a graduate of Markleville High School, […] — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Early C Hall Early C. Hall, age 77, of New Castle, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at St Vincents Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born September 11, 1946, in Coeburn, Virginia to the late Emory & Gertrude (Sands) Hall. Early loved life and lived it to its fullest. He was an avid mushroom hunter and fisherman. […] — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Linda Cox Linda Cox, 65, of Connersville passed away Monday, January 22, 2024. She was raised in Richmond by her parents Clyde and Rev. Sylvia Young. She View full obituary — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Janice Robinson HAGERSTOWN- Janice Elaine Robinson, 85, passed away peacefully at her home in rural Hagerstown, Tuesday morning, January 23rd, 2024. Janice was born at home in Cambridge City on December 23rd, 1938, to the late Howard and Hazel (Coleman) Brandenburg. Janice grew up in Cambridge City and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of […] — (Posted January 25, 2024)
Josinah Adkins Josinah Adkins, 76 of New Castle, passed away Thursday January 25, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. A full obituary will be posted soon. — (Posted January 25, 2024)