Obituaries
Obituaries
Leva Jane Riley
Jun 26, 2025
Leva Jane Riley, a beloved fixture in the Shirley community, passed away peacefully at home on June 26, 2025, at the age of 90. Leva’s was born on December 31, 1934 in Russell Springs, KY, the daughter of the late Rufus Miller and Sissie “Stephens” Miller.
Leva dedicated over 50 years of her life working at Edwards Cleaners in Greenfield, where...
Billy F. Morgan
Jun 25, 2025
Billy F. Morgan, 82, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at St. Vincent Heart Center in Indianapolis. He was born February 22, 1943 in Monticello, Kentucky to Estill and Hattie “Pat” (Roysdon) Morgan.
Billy retired from Fisher Guide division of General Motors in Anderson after 38 years of dedicated service. He served on the board of the Wittenbraker...
Patricia "Patty" Jane Bowen
Jun 24, 2025
Patricia "Patty" Jane Bowen, 76, passed away on June 24, 2025, just days shy of her 77th birthday. Patty was born on June 28, 1948, in New Castle, to the late James and Mary (Snedigar) Loveall.
Patty graduated from Spiceland High School in 1966, laying the foundation for a life filled with rich experiences. She dedicated a significant part of her...
Wanda Williams
Jun 23, 2025
Wanda Mae Williams, 73, of New Castle passed away on Monday June 23, 2025, at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation in New Castle. She was born in New Castle on October 17, 1951, to the late Herman and Lucy (Purvis) Groce.
She was a 1969 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. Wanda worked for many years at Riverside Manufacturing before leaving to go...
Mary Wynn Dalton
Jun 23, 2025
Mary Wynn Dalton, 86, was born January 27, 1939 in Cartwright, Clinton County, Kentucky. She passed away peacefully with family by her side, Monday, June 23, 2025 at Hancock Regional Hospital following a brief illness.
Mary Wynn was a homemaker that enjoyed the simple things in life. Watching cooking shows, reading the newspapers and magazines. She occasionally enjoyed scratching a lottery...
Brenda K. Rice
Jun 23, 2025
Brenda K. Rice, 73, of Indianapolis, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025, at her residence following an extended illness. She was born March 3, 1952, in Indianapolis, a daughter of the late Frank James and Dorothy Ruthene (Wilson) Owens.
A homemaker most of her life, Brenda loved vacationing, long drives, but she loved her family more than anything else.
A member of...
Jo Ann Stanley
Jun 22, 2025
Jo Ann Stanley, 74, formerly of New Castle passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025. She was born December 4, 1950 in Albany, Kentucky.
Jo Ann graduated from Ball State University where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in English and Sociology. She was employed at the New Castle State Hospital and the Indiana Soldiers and Sailors Home in Knightstown for 35 ½...
Allen Lee Guffey
Jun 21, 2025
Allen “Lee” Guffey, 73, of New Castle passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025 following a brief battle with cancer. He was born May 22, 1952 in New Castle to the late Clarence and Josie (Williams) Guffey.
Lee was a graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He retired in 2020 from Keihn in Greenfield following 33 years of employment and most...
Jennifer L. Enix
Jun 20, 2025
Jennifer L. “Jenny” Enix, 64, of New Castle passed away Friday, June 20, 2025 at The Willows of New Castle. She was born October 18, 1960 in New Castle to the late Kenneth and Betty (Murray) Enix.
Jenny was employed at Henry County Memorial Hospital for many years where she was the supervisor of the laundry department. She later worked part...
Sherri Jo Groce
Jun 16, 2025
Sherri Jo Groce, 62, of New Castle, passed away on June 16, 2025, in Midland, PA, while visiting her family. She was born on May 30, 1963, in New Castle, to Roy and Helen (Dick) Groce.
A proud graduate of Blue River Valley Jr/Sr High School in 1981, Sherri's pursuit of knowledge and compassion led her to study nursing at Ball...
Elsie Lea Upchurch
Jun 16, 2025
Elsie Lea Upchurch, 95, of New Castle passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born on January 13, 1930 in Stop, Kentucky to Leslie and Essie (Bell) Upchurch.
Elsie worked for Chrysler Corporation for many years, retiring in 1991. She had many hobbies. Just to name a few, she enjoyed playing bingo, flower and...
Phillip R. Stewart
Jun 15, 2025
Phillip R. Stewart, 87, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, at The Waters of New Castle. He was born on November 21, 1937, in Attica, IN, to the late Roy and Mildred (Wendel) Stewart. Phillip led a life characterized by kindness, gentleness, and a laid-back spirit that earned him the affection of all who knew him.
A proud graduate of...
Nancy Diane Young
Jun 14, 2025
Nancy Diane Young, 68, of New Castle went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Bridgewater Health Care in Carmel. She was born May 27, 1957 in New Castle to the late Marvin “Red” Lundy and Dorothy (James) Lundy-Welliver.
Nancy was a sweet, caring, understanding, supportive and loving woman. She was always there to help anyone in...
John F. Munden
Jun 14, 2025
John F. Munden, 91, of Carthage passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Morristown Manor. He was born on November 11, 1933 in Shelby County, IN a son of the late Loren and Ruth E. (White) Munden.
A 1952 graduate of Carthage High School, John went on to serve his country honorably in the United States Army from 1954 to...
Loyd Thomas "Tom" Coffman
Jun 12, 2025
Loyd Thomas “Tom” Coffman, 84, of Spiceland passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 at his residence. He was born April 28, 1941 in Rush County, a son of Loyd and Mary Elizabeth (Lockridge) Coffman.
Tom retired from Guide Lamp in Anderson, was a Spiceland rural postal carrier and farmed in Henry County with his father for many years. A mechanic, he...
Monte Jay Jackson
Jun 10, 2025
Monte Jay Jackson, 72, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully. Born in New Castle on July 23, 1952, Monte was a cherished son, father, brother, friend, teacher, and musician who left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Monte graduated from Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School in 1970 and went on to attend Vincennes University, graduating...
Kathleen Mae Kramer
Jun 10, 2025
Kathleen Mae Kramer, age 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at The Willows of New Castle. She was born on January 27, 1941, in Allegan, Michigan, the daughter of the late Alvin George and Lucy (McBride) Kramer.
Kathleen’s life was marked by a deep love of music, education, and family. A gifted pianist, she found great joy in...
Geraldean Rucker
Jun 8, 2025
Geraldean “Jerri” Rucker, 81, of Arlington, IN, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family and those who loved her. She was born May 10, 1944 in New Castle, IN, to the late Glen David and Eldred Florence (Hamilton) McIntosh.
Jerri graduated from Mays High School in 1962 and began her early career as a...
Judith Deanne "Judy" Stone
Jun 7, 2025
Judith Deanne “Judy” Stone, 82, a resident of Dunreith passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025 at her home. She was born October 21, 1942 in New Castle to the late Barney and Kathryn Cook) Estes.
Judy retired from the Flamingo Restaurant in Dunreith after 29 years of service as a prep cook. She was a member of the Knightstown Church of...
Doris Irene Johnson
Jun 5, 2025
Doris Irene Johnson, age 94, of New Castle joined her husband, Dick of 76 years, 11 days after his passing. Doris passed Thursday, June 5th, 2025, which would have been Dick’s 95th birthday. She passed after a short stay at The Willows of New Castle. They are now back together and resting in the arms of Jesus. Born on December...
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