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.
Steven Michael Quisenberry Steven Michael Quisenberry, age 70, passed away at Reid Health on February 16, 2024. He was born September 11, 1953, the son of Carl and View full obituary — (Posted February 17, 2024)
Martha Ann Tucker Martha Ann Bickford Tucker, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, was welcomed home by Jesus on February 13, 2024. Having made Arbor Trace her home of the last seven years, Martha left this earth while under the care of Reid Hospital Hospice. Martha, one of twins, was born on December 28, 1944, in Anderson, IN, to […] — (Posted February 17, 2024)
James Edsel Reeves James Edsel Reeves passed away on Wednesday February 14, 2024, due to “complication of too many birthdays”. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to James and Audre Reeves. James was raised in Greenfield, Indiana and graduated from Greenfield High School. He attended Indiana University and graduated with two degrees in Optometry. He then served in […] — (Posted February 17, 2024)
Michael Ervin Maines Michael E. Maines, age 77, died peacefully on Thursday, February 15, 2024, in his New Paris, OH home surrounded by his favorite girls following a two-month battle with cancer. Mike was the third of six boys born to Marshall and Susanna Goss Maines on March 3, 1946 in Richmond, IN where he lived most of […] — (Posted February 17, 2024)
Laydee Maria Alvarez Laydee Maria Alvarez, 85, of New Castle, passed awat Thursday February 15, 2024, at The Waters of New Castle. She was born April 3, 1936 in Havana, Cuba to the late Demetrio & Caridad (Abreu) Menendez.  In following Laydee’s wishes, there will be no services. Rose City Funeral Home directors and staff are honored to […] — (Posted February 16, 2024)
Linda Joan Pate VENICE, FL-Linda Joan “Jo” Pate, age 77, of Venice, Florida, died Monday, February 12, 2024, at Tidewell Hospice House in Venice, Florida. Born June 1, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana, to Willie H. and Mary E. Balthis, Jo grew up in Richmond, Indiana, although she also spent some of her childhood in Virginia. She helped at […] — (Posted February 16, 2024)
Judith Ann Rich Judith Ann Huber Rich, 81, formerly of Liberty, IN passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. She View full obituary — (Posted February 16, 2024)
Darrell Shepherd OGDEN – Darrell Shepherd, 66, passed away Wednesday, February 14th, 2024, at Henry Community Health in New Castle. He was born March 11th, 1957, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Lloyd and Beulah L. “Juel” (Caudill) Shepherd. Darrell attended Tri High School. A hard worker, Darrell retired from Glen Cove Cemetery in Knightstown in […] — (Posted February 15, 2024)
Linda K. Nicholson RICHMOND, Ind. – Linda K. Nicholson, age 77, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Reid Health surrounded by family. Born July 20, 1946, in Evansville, Indiana, to Sylvester and Naomi Bender Kaiser, Linda lived in Richmond most of her life. She received her master’s degree in education from Indiana State University. Linda […] — (Posted February 15, 2024)
Stephen Paul Brown Stephen Paul Brown, 62, a resident of New Castle passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at IU Health, Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born September 23, 1961 in New Castle to the late James Paul and Deanne (Rothrock) Brown. Steve was employed at Carvana and had previously owned a lawn mowing business. An auto enthusiast, […] — (Posted February 15, 2024)
Robert A. Sparks CENTERVILLE, IN– Robert A. Sparks, age 72, of Centerville, Indiana, died Thursday, February 15, 2024, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born June 25, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, to Clayton and Betty Shawhan Sparks, Robert lived all of his life in this community. He was a graduate of Centerville High School and worked at Wayne Works for 20 […] — (Posted February 15, 2024)
Betty M. Shearer Betty M. Shearer passed away at Reid Health on February 14th, 2024. She was born on January 28th, 2024, in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of View full obituary — (Posted February 15, 2024)
Cynthia Diane “Cindy” Melton Cynthia Diane “Cindy” Melton, 72 of New Castle passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at her home. She was born August 16, 1951 in Henry County to James and Vera (Ford) Swift. Cindy was a foster parent and helped raise many children. She worked as a foster grandparent with the Salvation Army and Westwood School. […] — (Posted February 15, 2024)
Gilbert Hill Gilbert Hill, 93, of College Corner passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024 at Woodland Country Manor in Somerville, Ohio. He was born on View full obituary — (Posted February 15, 2024)
Margaret Marie Miller Margaret Marie Miller, 101, of Connersville, Indiana, formerly of Richmond, passed away at home early on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, following a brief illness. She was born on September 15, 1922 in Hazard, Kentucky, a daughter of the late James and Lillian (Robinson) Sneed. At the young age of 14, Margaret married Isaac Howard Engle. […] — (Posted February 15, 2024)
Ricky Dale Reed Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Pamela Kaye Gard Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Lisa N. Walker Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Rickey L. Ring Rickey L. Ring, age 80, of Muncie, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 9, 2024 at Bethel Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center following a brief illness. He was born on September 1, 1943, in Muncie, Indiana, to the late William L. Ring and Lois I. (Smith) Ring. Rick graduated from Royerton High School in 1961 […] — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Audrey “Audie” Corn LIBERTY- Audrey “Audie” Jerald Corn, 73, passed away at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana, on Tuesday February 13th, 2024. Audie was born to the late Jessie and Lucille Corn on October 10th, 1950. Formerly of Hagerstown and Cambridge City, Indiana, Audie attended Lincoln High School. He also lived in Fayette and Union County until finally […] — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Wanda Powell Wanda Powell passed away on February 11, 2024. She was born April 12. 1952 in Richmond KY to Albert and Ruby Powell. She enjoyed spending View full obituary — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Jackie Stockton Jackie Stockton, age 70, of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at St Vincents Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born July 25, 1953, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Jesse & Margaret (Haler) Stockton. Jackie loved life and lived it to its fullest. His time spent on his Harley with friends, […] — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Jim A. Strong Jim A. Strong, age 95, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Robert Jackson ‘Jack’ Shiflett Robert Jackson ‘Jack’ Shiflett, 90, of Sullivan, formerly of Cambridge City, Indiana, passed away at 10:54 p.m. Sunday February 11, 2024 in Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center. Graveside services will be in Cambridge City, Indiana at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Gideons International at gideons.org, Calvary Baptist Church, 309 W. 24th St., […] — (Posted February 14, 2024)
Kevin Michael Spiers RICHMOND, Ind. – Kevin Michael Spiers, age 45, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Indiana University Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born May 17, 1978, in Richmond, Indiana, to James Edward Spiers and Valerie Johnson Spiers Snyder, Kevin was a life-long resident of Richmond. He worked as a maintenance supervisor at Osborne […] — (Posted February 13, 2024)
Ronald “Ron” L. Decker Ronald “Ron” L. Decker, 75, a resident of New Castle passed away Monday, February 12, 2024 at Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on February 22, 1948 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Henry O. and Nan Decker. A veteran of the United States Army, he […] — (Posted February 13, 2024)
Jessica Michelle Felix-Griffin Jessica Michelle Felix-Griffin, 45, a resident of New Castle passed away at IU Health, Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born June 5, 1978 in Muncie. Jessica was a 1997 graduate of New Castle High School and earned her degree as a pharmacy technician from Ivy Tech in Muncie. She had been employed at Avery Dennison […] — (Posted February 13, 2024)
Harry James “Conner” Phillips Harry James “Conner” Phillips, age 21, of Lewisburg, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2023 at home with his loving family by his side following a courageous battle against DIPG.  He was born October 16, 2002 in Dayton to Jamie and Marie Phillips.  Conner was a 2021 graduate of National Trail High School, was an engineering […] — (Posted February 13, 2024)
Ronald (Ron) Waitt Ronald (Ron) Waitt, 84, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 5, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born and raised in Long Branch, NJ, where he raised his family and started a successful landscaping business. Ron lived with high character and integrity, was a hard worker supporting his […] — (Posted February 13, 2024)
Mark Gordon Ross Sr. CENTERVILLE, IN– Mark Gordon Ross Sr., age 67, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, February 12, 2024, at Reid Health. Born October 3, 1956, in Richmond, Indiana, to Merle Gordon Ross and Anne P. Messer Hines, Mark lived all of his life in this community. He was a graduate of Richmond High School and worked in […] — (Posted February 13, 2024)