Obituaries
Obituaries
Wilma Irene Hudelson
Sep 26, 2025
Wilma Irene Hudelson, 81, of New Castle passed away Friday, September 26, 2025 at Henry Community Health following a brief illness. She was born on October 28, 1943 in Grape, Kentucky (which is now under Lake Cumberland) to the late John A. and Beulah Margaret (Ramsey) Meadows.
Irene graduated from Walter P. Chrysler High School then attended Ivy Tech, Teco Culinary...
Kenneth W. Benbow
Sep 25, 2025
Kenneth “Kenny” W. Benbow, born on January 30, 1960, peacefully passed away on September 25, 2025, at the age of 65. He was born in New Castle, IN, to the late Larry Benbow and Darlene (Williams) Alderson.
Kenny was a proud graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He completed his education in 1978 and ventured into a dedicated career, initially...
Brian E. Reynolds
Sep 24, 2025
Brian E. Reynolds, 47, of New Castle passed away Friday, September 24, 2025 in Connersville, Indiana. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 3, 1977 to Steve and Marilyn (Ingle) Reynolds.
Brian and his brother Shane worked for Cincinnati Floor Company, where they installed lots of flooring. He loved motorcycle riding, remote control cars and model buildings.
Those left to cherish...
Nancy Ellen Rogers
Sep 24, 2025
Nancy Ellen Rogers
(1943 – 2025)Now rejoicing before the throne of God and forever with our Lord Jesus Christ, Nancy Ellen Rogers is free.
Born to John and Norma Harter of New Castle, Indiana, Nancy was the oldest of three children, followed by her sister Zeta and brother Barry.After graduating from high school, Nancy pursued cosmetology and eventually owned her own salon....
Jacqueline Sue Cross
Sep 23, 2025
Jacqueline Sue Cross, 95, of Mooreland passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the Waters of New Castle. She was born September 20, 1930 in Muncie to the late Vergil “Barney” and Edna (Smith) Black.
Sue was a 1948 graduate of Muncie Central High School, where she was a cheerleader. Loving to tap dance and swing dance, Sue met her husband...
Karol Marie Rich
Sep 23, 2025
Karol Marie Rich, 71, of New Castle, died Tuesday, Sept. 23 in IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis surrounded by her family.
Born June 13, 1954 in Decatur, Indiana, she was a daughter of the late Paris and Maxine (Keller) Hakes. A 1972 graduate of Adams Central High School in Decatur, she was active in cheerleading. She was a member of 4-H...
Elizabeth (Betty) Griffey
Sep 22, 2025
Elizabeth (Betty) Griffey,90, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Monday, September 22, 2025. She was born October 17, 1934, in Shirley, the daughter of James Thomas and Virgie (Hughes) Shaw.
Elizabeth graduated in 1952 from New Castle High School. She married Arthur Griffey in 1951, and they spent 65 years together before his passing. She worked for Henry...
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...
Sally J. Knarr
Sep 14, 2025
Sally Johanna Knarr, 88 of New Castle, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on September 14, 2025.
Born in Detroit on November 6, 1936, to Bert and Lily (Kissane) Van Dyke, Sally attended Utica High School and Warren Business College. Following her natural gift with numbers, Sally became an accountant and was employed at several different firms, moving from...
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...
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