Obituaries
Obituaries
William "Bill" David McClure
Sep 22, 2025
William "Bill" David McClure, 89, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at his home on September 22, 2025. He was born on January 12, 1936, in Henry County, IN, in a log cabin, to the late Chester and Ethel (Smith) McClure.
After graduating from Mt. Summit High School, Bill served two years in the United States Army. He then followed in...
Norman "Norm" W. Jeffries
Sep 22, 2025
Norman “Norm” W. Jeffries, 79, of New Castle passed away Monday, September 22, 2025 at his residence. He was born October 7, 1945 in New Castle to the late Wyatt H. and Ina (Carnes) Jeffries.
Norm was a graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School. He retired from Indiana Bell/Ameritech Phone Company following 35 years of service as a Customer Service...
Michael R. Bennett
Sep 21, 2025
In remembrance of the life of Michael R. Bennett, who passed away far too soon at the age of 57. Born in 1968 to the late Jane Bennett (White), Michael's life was filled with love, pride, and lasting connections that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Michael was a 1987 graduate of New Castle...
Melba R. Gallien
Sep 21, 2025
Melba R. Gallien, 95, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025, at Henry Community Health Hospital. She was born on November 10, 1929, in Canton, IL, the daughter of Louis and Clara Randall.
Melba retired from Delco Remy in Anderson, IN, after 14 years of service. She was a member of the Ladies Eagles Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing...
Marlene A. Wells
Sep 20, 2025
Marlene A. Wells, 67, of Knightstown, passed away in her home on Saturday, September 20, 2025 following an extended illness. She was born August 30, 1958.
A 1976 graduate of Eastern Hancock High School, Marlene managed a daycare center in Indianapolis for several years. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, and crafting, and truly enjoyed being a homemaker. She raised a grandson, Luke,...
Warren Vincent Guhr
Sep 19, 2025
Warren Vincent Guhr, infant son of Whitney (Smith) Guhr passed away unexpectedly at his home Friday, September 19, 2025.
In addition to his mother, Whitney, he is survived by three siblings, Gracelyne, Wesleigh, and Gemaria.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle. Condolences may be shared at www.hinsey-brown.com.
Jennifer L. Hammond
Sep 19, 2025
Jennifer L. Hammond, 60, of New Castle, passed away at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following an extended illness. She was born on September 23, 1964, in Elwood, a daughter of the late Charles and Charlene Long.
Jennifer graduated from Elwood High School in 1983 and worked at several nursing homes in the Muncie and New Castle areas as a...
April Suzanne Jones
Sep 17, 2025
April Suzanne Jones, 49, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Muncie. She was born on October 3, 1975, in Eustis, Florida, to Dorothy Jones and the late Stephen Kennedy.
Each morning, April dedicated time to watch her favorite television show, "Murder, She Wrote," enjoying the comfort it brought her as she planned her day. Her home was known for its...
Violet June Ankrom
Sep 14, 2025
Violet June Ankrom, 61, a resident of Midland, Pennsylvania and formerly of Mooreland, Indiana passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Beaver Valley Hospital in Pennsylvania. She was born November 18, 1963 in New Castle to the late Mendel and Patricia Ann (Coffee) Ankrom.
A free spirit, Violet enjoyed listening to music and dancing. She loved reading her Bible and Our...
Marilyn (Lynn) Hinsey
Sep 14, 2025
Marilyn (Lynn) Hinsey, 92, of New Castle, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday September 14, 2025. She was born July 24,1933 in Connersville, Indiana to the late Lloyd A. and Flossie (Crawley) Lynn.
Marilyn graduated from Connersville High School in 1951 and attended Olivet Nazarene University. A homemaker, she lived most of her adult...
Albert B. Pyle
Sep 14, 2025
Albert B. Pyle, 99, of Bloomington, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025 at University Heights Health and Living in Indianapolis. He was born February 10, 1926 in Dubois, Pennsylvania, the son of Albert H. Pyle and Adeline M. Horn.
Albert was a 1943 graduate of Dubois High School. He joined the Army in 1944 serving during WWII, serving in Japan, and...
Audra Irene Webb
Sep 14, 2025
Audra Irene Webb of New Castle, Indiana,92, passed away peacefully at Addison Place on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Audra was born in Soldier, Kentucky on December 30, 1932.
Audra worked at Firestone in Noblesville for almost 29 years until retiring when her husband, Donald, retired from Chrysler. They enjoyed traveling, camping and boating with friends over the years. She enjoyed reading...
Patricia Diane Inskeep
Sep 10, 2025
Patricia “Diane” Inskeep, of New Castle, Indiana, 75 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on September 10, 2025. Born in French Lick Indiana to Woody and Lucy Freeman. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished Nana/Nina and a devout Christian whose warmth and laughter touched everyone who knew her.
Diane shared a beautiful life with her husband, Butch...
Herbert R. "Jerry" Edwards
Sep 10, 2025
Herbert R. “Jerry” Edwards, 98, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Hancock Regional Hospital surrounded by family. He was born on November 22, 1926 in McCordsville, a son of the late Fletcher Ward and Florence Mae (Kimberlin) Edwards.
Jerry attended Eden High School prior to becoming a 1944 graduate of Carthage High School, where he enjoyed playing on the basketball...
Matthew "Matt" Rogers
Sep 8, 2025
Matthew “Matt” Rogers, 71, of New Castle passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Henry Community Health. He was born on May 31, 1954, in Terre Haute, Indiana to the late Carol and Ann Rogers.
Matt absolutely loved the outdoors; he and Jennifer would drive the country taking photos. They also loved searching for rocks and fossils. While out they...
George Atkins
Sep 5, 2025
George Atkins, 82, went to be with the Lord Friday, September 5th 2025, passing peacefully at Hancock Regional Hospital.
He was born November 28, 1942, to the late Herman and Emogene (Johnson) Atkins, in Rush County. He received his GED from New Castle High School. He married Judi Roland on December 4th, 1964, and lived in the Knightstown home for 51...
Virginia Sue Bell
Sep 5, 2025
Virginia Sue Bell, 89, of Somerset, Kentucky and formerly of New Castle departed this life on Friday, September 5th, 2025 to be in the presence of our Lord and Savior. She was born on December 23, 1935 in New Castle to the late Harrison and Louise Dudley.
Virginia was a very giving person and found much joy in helping others. She...
Laura Mae Huxhold
Sep 5, 2025
Laura Mae Huxhold, 94, of New Castle passed away Friday, September 05, 2025 at Caroleton Health Care in Connersville. She was born March 23, 1931 in New Castle to the late John Maywood and Catherine (Swindell) Gray.
Laura was a lifetime resident of Henry County and married the love of her life, Wayne E. Huxhold on February 21, 1948. She loved...
Dianne "DeDe" Clayborn
Sep 1, 2025
Dianne “DeDe” Clayborn, 69, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. Born on December 26, 1955, in New Castle, Indiana, DeDe was the beloved daughter of the late William Alexander and Emma Lou (Smith) Clayborn II.
DeDe was known for her immense heart, unwavering kindness, and ability to touch lives...
Charles Winston Atkinson, Sr.
Sep 1, 2025
Charles Winston Atkinson, Sr., 84, of New Castle passed away Monday, September 1, 2025 at Henry Community Health. He was born March 15, 1941 in Miami, Florida to Ottis and Virgie (Sutton) Atkinson.
Chuck was a proud veteran of the United States Army where he was a sharp shooter He worked for McCullough Steel Mill in Detroit, Michigan, retiring after ten...
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