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. You can also learn about how to place a paid obituary in the Western Wayne News.

Ruth Eilleen Schmidt Ruth Eilleen Schmidt, 93, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on the morning of Friday, April 24, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 12, 1933, in Warren, Indiana, a daughter of the late Rhessa Josiah and Martha Elizabeth (Wagoner) Slu… — (Posted April 25, 2026)

Larry Wayne Marcum Larry Wayne Marcum, age 74, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton after a long courageous battle with Esophageal Cancer. He was born March 21, 1952 in Dayton, OH to the late William Edward and Dora Marguerite “Rita” (Leach) Marcum. In his younger years, Larry distinguished himself as […] — (Posted April 25, 2026)

Claude D. Hinton Claude D. Hinton, 86, of New Castle passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born on September 3, 1939, in Soldier, KY to the late Dennis and Rosa (Jennings) Hinton. At the age of two Claude and his family moved to New Castle. He grew up attending […] — (Posted April 25, 2026)

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Alan Robert Coveney Alan Robert Coveney, age 85, of Eaton, Ohio, born in Kent, England on October 22, 1940, in his grandmother’s home, passed from this life on April 23, 2026. He leaves behind a garage full of scrap wood, well-organized tools, his hand-drawn plans for his next project, and enough strong opinions to last several more lifetimes. […] — (Posted April 25, 2026)

Ethel Rodenna Cole Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the guestbook at www.communityfamilyfh.com — (Posted April 25, 2026)

Imogene Moores Imogene Moores, age 98, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on April 23, 2026, at Arbor Trace Nursing Home in Richmond. She was born on July 18, 1927, in Palestine, Ohio, to the late Van and Ethel (Miller) Wilcox. In addition to her parents, Imogene was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Moores, whom she […] — (Posted April 24, 2026)

Sharon Ann Quyle Sharon Ann Quyle, 74, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at 10:45 a.m., wrapped in the love of the family she gave everything to. She took her final breath holding the hand of her husband, Robert Jan Quyle (Bobby), he is the love of her life, with her two daughters, Angie and Crystal, right […] — (Posted April 24, 2026)

William Ed Johnson Obituary and Arrangements Pending — (Posted April 24, 2026)

C. Lloyd Hosman C. Lloyd Hosman, age 93, passed away on April 21, 2026, from natural causes. Born Chester Lloyd Hosman on June 10, 1932, in Cottage Grove, Oregon — a small logging and sawmill town nestled in the Willamette Valley. He grew up in a modest household during the Great Depression, one of five children born to […] — (Posted April 24, 2026)

Gary Robert Griffin Gary Robert Griffin, 87, of Cambridge City, Indiana, died peacefully Monday evening, April 20, 2026. Gary was born to Robert and Francis (Sharp) Griffin on November 4, 1938, in New Castle, Indiana, and raised in Cambridge City. Gary was an only child who enjoyed all sports, lettering 4 years in basketball, and 3 years in […] — (Posted April 24, 2026)

Robert Allen Jenkins Robert Allen Jenkins, born March 6, 1952, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Clifford and Betty (Revis) Jenkins, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, and was preceded in death by Ken Eller, Brynn Aylor, and Jim Cox. A 1970 graduate of South Newton High School, Rob developed a love for basketball at an early […] — (Posted April 24, 2026)

Michael Scott Snowden Michael Scott Snowden passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Ronald “Ronnie” Keith Trimnell Ronald Keith Trimnell, 89, a lifelong Knightstown resident and farmer, passed away April 22, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born at the family home in Bartholomew County on September 25, 1936, to Clarence and Dolores (Holbrook) Trimnell. He was the 11th born of 13 children. In 1943, the family farm […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Dale C. Lanthrop Dale C. Lanthrop, age 89, of Eaton, OH went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born January 7, 1937 in Lewisburg, OH to the late Glen and Opal (Shank) Lanthrop. Dale proudly served in the US Army for 8 years. He was an avid football […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Wanda J. Jones Wanda J. Jones, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. She was born May 2, 1943 in Flemingsburg, KY to the late Howard and Hazel (Stacy) Osborn. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sons Terry and Bob Hickman; grandchildren Amber and Christopher […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Beverly (Martin) Vaughn Beverly (Martin) Vaughn, 82, of New Castle, passed away early Friday morning, April 17, 2026, at Addison Place.She was born on January 11, 1944, in Dunreith, Indiana, a daughter of the late Roland H. and Dorothy (Stover) Martin.Beverly was a 1963 graduate of Cadiz High School. Sh… — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Sharon “Sherry” Skinner Sharon “Sherry” Skinner passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Phyllis Carson-Cozort Phyllis Carson-Cozort of Richmond passed away unexpectedly on Monday April 20, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born in Clendenin, West Virginia on February 18, 1942, to Russell N. and Gladys (nee: Forman) Estep. She graduated with the class of 1960 from Clendenin High School. While living in West Virginia, she was a […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Theodore “Ted” Carter Theodore “Ted” Carter, 88, of Richmond, passed away on April 20, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis. He was born on September 27, 1937, in Los Angeles, California, to Thomas and Ruth Ann Springmyer Carter. Ted spent his formative years in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and moved to Richmond at the age of eighteen. He attended […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Billy A. Wilson Billy Asher Wilson, Sr., 82, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was born to the late Willie and Helen (Asher) Wilson on July 31, 1943, in Lincoln County, Kentucky. He proudly served his country in the US Army, and worked and retired from Johns Manville, a member of Manville’s 25 year club. He was […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Dale Brent Bell Dale Brent Bell, 65, of New Castle passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at his residence. He was born October 27, 1960 in New Castle to the late Donald Eugene and Juanita Louise (Guffey) Bell. After graduating from New Castle Chrysler High School in 1979, he demonstrated his dedication to his country by enlisting […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Thomas E. Burrowes Thomas E. Burrowes, age 87, of New Carlisle, OH passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Soin Medical Center in Beavercreek, OH. He was born November 25, 1938 in Dayton, OH to the late William and Vada Burrowes. Thomas was the owner and operator of T. E. Burrowes Excavating for many years and […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Karen L. Rosfeld Karen L. Rosfeld, age 80, of Lewisburg, OH passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born December 17, 1945 in Richmond, IN to the late Donald Frederick and Esther Elizabeth (Kindley) Goble. Karen owned and operated her own Daycare Service for many years. She also attended Covenant of Peace […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

James Dale Gerrian Cambridge City – James Dale Gerrian, 72, of Cambridge City passed away at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana on April 20, 2026. James was born in Rushville, Indiana on June 30, 1953. He joined the Army in September of 1970 and served his country for 3 years. James worked for Detling Farms in Arcanum, Ohio, […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

William M. Smith William M. Smith passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Margaret M. Callahan Margaret M. Callahan age 90 of Richmond passed away on April 16, 2026 at Reid Health. She was born June 15,1935 in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky to Hubert and Mary Taylor. She was a homemaker and a member of the Pentecostal Faith who loved the Lord. She enjoyed painting, drawing, reading, and music. Survivors include two […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Gilda Germano Astrugilde “Gilda” Germano, 79, of Fountain City, passed away on Saturday morning, April 18, 2026. Gilda was born on February 2, 1947, in Sao Miguel, Azores (Portugal) to Jose' & Jardelina (Oliveira) Germano. Gilda worked for many years in retail sales and formerly owned & operated Gilda’s Handbags & Accessories in Florida. She loved the […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

William J. “Bill” Griffin PALM DESERT, CA – William J. “Bill” Griffin, age 84, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on April 7th, 2026. Bill was born and grew up in Richmond, Indiana to Bernie and Lora Griffin (Bostick). He was a proud member of the Richmond Fire Department for 19 years and rose to the rank of Captain. […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Michael Joseph Stapleton Michael Joseph Stapleton, 77, of Connersville, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond. He was born April 20, 1948, in Michigan, the son of Frank and Laura McCormick Stapleton. Michael moved to Connersville with his family. Attended school in Kentucky. Michael proudly served his country as a veteran of the Vietnam […] — (Posted April 21, 2026)

Arlene Miller Arlene Joy Miller, 68, of New Castle, passed away April 12, 2026. She was born January 5, 1958, in New Castle. Arlene loved music, playing cards with friends and Coca-Cola but most of all her grandchildren. She was so proud of them all and loved to brag about them. Arlene attended New Castle Chrysler High […] — (Posted April 21, 2026)