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.
John Edward Tussey John Edward Tussey, age 68 of New Paris, Ohio passed away on January 12, 2024. He was born May 7, 1955 in Franklin County, IN son of the late Fred Tussey Sr. and Sylvia (Elliott) Tussey. Johnny was a talented artist and woodworker. He loved music, cooking, and gardening. He proudly served his country in […] — (Posted January 25, 2024)
Margaret A. Buroker Margaret A. Buroker, age 88 of Richmond, Indiana died Monday January 22, 2024, at Reid Hospital. She was born in Preble County, Ohio on December 19, 1935, to Raymond and Harriet Faucett and graduated from Richmond High School. Margaret married Malcolm Buroker on June 12, 1955, in the Richmond Church of the Brethren. She attended […] — (Posted January 25, 2024)
Javonta Tyrell Jones Javonta Tyrell Jones, 30, of Muncie, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on January 23, 2024 as a result of a motor vehicle accident. OBITUARY AND ARRANGMENTS View full obituary — (Posted January 25, 2024)
Robert L. Graves OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted January 24, 2024)
Xyaire J. Wilson OBITUARY PENDING View full obituary — (Posted January 24, 2024)
Dolores Puckett DUBLIN-  Dolores Elaine Puckett, 85, passed away Tuesday morning January 23, 2024 at Hickory Creek of New Castle. The only child of the late Albert and Irene (Heibeck) Poske, Dolores was born in Connersville, Indiana on September 1, 1938.  She was raised in the Connersville community and graduated from high school there.    Dolores married the […] — (Posted January 24, 2024)
Linda Kay Reeves Obituary Pending A private Celebration of her Life will be held at the convenience of the family. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with View full obituary — (Posted January 24, 2024)
Trudy Webb RICHMOND, IN– Trudy Webb, age 91, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born August 28, 1932, in Berea, Kentucky, to Clarence and Mattie Thacker Abrams, Trudy lived most of her life in this community. She was co-owner of Webb & Associates with her husband, Orville. Trudy was also a […] — (Posted January 24, 2024)
Phyllis Jean Hagy RICHMOND, IN– Phyllis Jean Hagy, age 90, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Reid Health. Born December 3, 1933, in Mendola, Virginia to James and Ada Ruth Mae Smith Fleenor, Phyllis lived most of her life in this area. Phyllis enjoyed being a homemaker and loved watching game shows and working on […] — (Posted January 24, 2024)
Ronald Martin    Ronald J. Martin, 61, of Bloomingport, passed away on Monday, January 22.    Ron was born on May 22, 1962, in Winchester, Indiana to Jerry and Diana Sue Frazer Martin, both of whom preceded him in death.     Ron grew up in the Williamsburg area and attended Northeastern High School. He formerly worked at […] — (Posted January 24, 2024)
Robert Brown    Mr. Robert F. Brown, 95, formerly of Richmond, passed away on Friday, January 19.    He was born on October 14, 1928, in Wayne County, Indiana, to Clarence H. & Mary L. Williams Brown. Robert was a graduate of Whitewater High School and Earlham College. He was a US Navy veteran of the Korean […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Nova M. Edmonds Nova M. Edmonds, 89, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024 in her home following an extended illness. She was born January 23, 1935 in Somerset, KY, a daughter of the late Orville and Mary Ola (Rollins) Privett. Nova worked in the dietary department at Henry County Memorial Hospital for over 10 years, […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Mary Franklin Reagan Smith CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Mary Franklin Reagan Smith, age 81, of Centerville, Indiana, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born October 20, 1942, in Cartwright, Kentucky, to Joe Oscar and Hattie Mae Guffey Reagan, Mary lived in Centerville most of her life. She was a dedicated homemaker, committed to raising her children and taking […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Angi Marie Beck Angi Marie Beck, age 51, passed away at Ambassador Healthcare on January 17, 2024. She was born February 6, 1972, to Pat and Gerald Rigsby, View full obituary — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Wilda Richalie Mauller Wilda Richalie Mauller, age 87, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024. — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Joseph “Buddy” Jewell Joseph “Buddy” Jewell 70, of New Castle, passed away on Sunday January 21, 2024, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.  Visitation for Buddy will take place on Saturday January 27, 2024, at First Baptist Church, 709 S Memorial Dr in New Castle, from 11:00 AM ~ 1:00 PM. Funeral service will immediately follow at 1:00 […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Robert L. Marcum Robert L. Marcum, 81, of Brownsville passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Reid Health Richmond. The only child of Hoy Sherman and Lily Mae McNeal Marcum, Robert was born in Richmond, Indiana on December 11, 1942. On June 15, 1962, Robert married the former Brenda Gail Blair in Connersville. Mrs. Marcum passed away […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Violet Marie Stevens Violet Marie Stevens, 99, passed away Thursday January 18, 2024 at Friends Fellowship where she had resided the past several years. She had been a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church in Richmond, IN. Born August 18, 1924 to Irene and Alfred Berbaum, a prominent family in Champaign, IL. After high school graduation, she completed […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Billy Wayne Evans Billy Wayne Evans, 72, of New Castle, peacefully entered his eternal rest on Monday, January 22, 2024. Born on February 7, 1951, in New Castle to the late Fred and Mary (Huddleston) Evans. Billy, a proud member of the 1st Air Cavalry Division, dedicated four years of service to the United States Army during the […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Patricia Jean Perkins Patricia Jean Perkins, 83, of New Castle passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born on March 6, 1940 to the late Ralph and Oleda (Clark) Brown. She was a graduate of Cadiz High School and lived in Sulphur Springs for many years. Pat was a well-known […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Samuel Harris    Samuel Tyler Harris, 32, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, January 21.     Sam was born in Frankfurt, Germany on August 25, 1991, to Dennis A. & Kara E. Hubbell Harris. He was a 2010 graduate of Northeastern High School, where he was an active member of the Music Program. Sam […] — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Georgia Kathleen Dunaway Georgia K. “Kathleen” Dunaway, 82, of Liberty passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024. Georgia was born on December 1, 1941, in Pennington Gap, Virginia, View full obituary — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Teresa A. Robertson Teresa A Robertson of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on January 19, 2024, at the age of 63. She was born in Connersville, View full obituary — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Otis Eli Vance Otis Eli Vance, age 97, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024. — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Dave Fawcett Paul David Fawcett, 74, of Economy, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. Dave was born August 24, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana and was the son of Oda and George Fawcett. Dave was employed by Hill’s Roses for 38 years until their closure in 2007 and then worked for Hoosier Container for 7 years as […] — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Charles Robert Yockey Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Vera Maxine Bruns Vera Maxine Bruns, age 88, of Johnson City, TN and formerly of Preble County passed away on January 12, 2024.  She was born February 16, 1935 in Preble County, OH to the late Clarence and Sadie McKee.  Vera was a L.PN and retired from Parker Hannifin Corporation in Eaton.  In addition to her parents, she […] — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Betty A. Rose Betty A. Rose, 86, of Laurel, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, January 21, 2024 surrounded by her loving family at her home. One of six children of Willard and Rebecca Tackett Hicks, Betty was born at home in Carter County, Kentucky on August 31, 1937 and graduated from Carter County High […] — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Lois Jane Rauch Lois “Jane” (Pierce) Rauch, age 67, of Lewisburg, Ohio, died on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Hospice of Dayton in Dayton, Ohio.  Born on March 1, 1956 in Jellico, Tennessee, daughter of the late Earl Dennis & Alice Imogene (Baird) Pierce.     Jane retired after many years of working with DaVita Dialysis in Eaton, […] — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Richard Alexander Age 70 – New Castle, IN It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of our brother, Richard B. Alexander. He View full obituary — (Posted January 21, 2024)