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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.
Donald L. Benedict Donald L. Benedict passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 28, 2026)
Blakely M. Robinson Blakely M. Robinson passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 28, 2026)
Charlotte Roberts “Elaine” VanMeeveren Charlotte (Elaine) Roberts VanMeeveren passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 28, 2026)
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Tabathia A. Knost Tabathia A. Knost passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 28, 2026)
Saundra S. Gore RICHMOND, Ind. – Saundra Sue Gore, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana died Friday, October 23, 2026, at Brickyard Healthcare-Golden Rule. Born September 13, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana, to Carlos “Bud” and Josephine Shaw Wiles, Saundra lived in Richmond most of her life except for a two year stay in Indianapolis and 2 years in the […] — (Posted October 28, 2026)
Richard “Buck” H. Dillon Richard “Buck” H. Dillon, age 89, of Eaton, OH, passed away on October 25, 2026 at Hospice of Hamilton. He was born February 13, 1927 in Camden, OH, to the late Earl W. and Mary Lou (Mackey) Dillon. Buck was a longtime over-the-road truck driver and was an avid bowler. Most of all, he enjoyed […] — (Posted October 28, 2026)
Rodney D. Helsley Rodney D. Helsley, 64, a resident of Sulphur Springs passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026 at his home. He was born August 14, 1962 in New Castle. Rodney was employed by Service Partners in Indianapolis as an insulation salesman for over 30 years. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and motorcycle riding. Rodney […] — (Posted October 28, 2026)
Christopher Paul Fessler Christopher Paul Fessler, 61, of Richmond, passed away on October 26, 2026. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on June 1, 1965, to the late Walter G. and Joyce Ann Fessler Chris graduated from Richmond High School, and he worked at Achieva Resources. He enjoyed bowling and participating in Special Olympics. Survivors include his sister, […] — (Posted October 28, 2026)
Traci Lee Morris Traci L. Morris passed away at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, on October 23rd, 2026. She was born October 22nd, 1970, in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of W. Neil Short and Patricia Stanley. Traci was a 1990 graduate of Benjamin Logan High School in Zanesfiel d, Ohio. She enjoyed painting sculptures, creating water fountains, […] — (Posted October 27, 2026)
Ralph Otis Crawford LEWISVILLE – Ralph Otis Crawford, 78, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of October 26, 2026. A son of the late Wayne and Ruby (Hickman) Crawford, Ralph was born on July 29th, 1948, in Rushville, Indiana. He graduated from Lewisville High School with the class of 1966 and went on to retire from […] — (Posted October 27, 2026)
Carolyn Sue Woodward — (Posted October 27, 2026)
Donald L. Benedict August 16, 1942 – October 24, 2026Donald Leon Benedict,84, of Hagerstown, died Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Reid Health, Richmond. He was born on August 16, 1942 at Blountsville to John and Hilda (Windmiller) Benedict. He lived most of his life in the Hagerstown area. For 20 ye… — (Posted October 27, 2026)
Timothy Wayne Underwood — (Posted October 26, 2026)
Billy Joe Wills Billy Joe Wills traveled to Heaven peacefully Sunday, October 25, 2026. He was born March 27, 1945 the son of Burley and Etna (Couch) Wills. Billy was a 1964 graduate of Knightstown High School. He retired from Guide Lamp after 30 years of service. He and his wife owned and operated Wills Furniture and Sandra […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
David A. McClure David A. McClure, 71, of New Castle passed away October 25, 2026 surrounded by loved ones after his long hard-fought battle with cancer. David was born and spent his youngest years around Canaan, Indiana making cherished memories of small-town and farm life with his grandparents, Alvin and Arlena Manning, before moving with his parents to […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
Ray E. Loper Ray E. Loper, age 60, of West Manchester, OH passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026 at his home. He was born May 31, 1966 to the late Roger and Jewel (Goff) Loper. Ray was very proud of his career; he worked for Parker-Hannifin in the chemical engineering department for over 20 years until his […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
James D. Jordan James D. Jordan, age 56 of Eaton, OH, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at his home. He was born November 22, 1969 in Hamilton, OH. James graduated from Preble Shawnee High School in 1988. He spent over 35 years in the trucking industry, which included 3 years at Ohio Business College instructing others […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
John O. Catey John O. Catey, 92, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday afternoon, October 25, 2026.  John was born on September 8, 1934, in Wayne County, Indiana, the son of Harold G. & Mary C. Moyer Catey. He was a lifelong resident of Wayne County and was a 1952 graduate of Williamsburg High School. John farmed with […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
Kim Sorrell CAMBRIDGE CITY- Kim A. Sorrell, 68, passed away early Monday morning October 19, 2026 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. One of two sons born to the late Harold and Jewel (Rainwater) Sorrell Sr., Kim was born in Logan, West Virginia on September 18, 1958. Kim was raised on a farm outside of Milton, Indiana […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
Jackie Sue Darby Jacqueline Sue Darby, 79, a resident of Lafayette and formerly of New Castle passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Franciscan Health Center in Lafayette. She was born January 16, 1947 in Henry County to the late Harold and Betty (Beeson) Hinshaw. A 1984 graduate of Ivy Tech, she received her Associates Degree in Mental […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
Donald L. Benedict Donald L. Benedict passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 26, 2026)
Nancy Ellen Van Hoose Brausa Nancy Ellen (Conway) Van Hoose Brausa, 90, a lifelong resident of New Castle passed away Saturday evening, October 24, 2026 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born March 2, 1936 in New Castle to the late Wilbur and Ruth (Catt) Conway. A homemaker, Nancy was a 1953 graduate of New Castle High School. She […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
Marguerite L. Tesch Marguerite Louise ‘Peggy’ Tesch, age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 23, 2026 at The Springs of Richmond surrounded by her loving family. Peg was born October 12, 1946 in Dayton, Ohio, to Claude A. and Violet May (Sanderson) Davisson. She joined her sister Beverly Joyce, and brother Gerald Eugene. She […] — (Posted October 26, 2026)
Daryl Stamper Obituary and Arrangements Pending — (Posted October 25, 2026)
Willard Warren Dailey Willard Warren Dailey passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted October 25, 2026)
Coleman Smith Full Obituary coming soon… — (Posted October 25, 2026)
Charlene Johnson Charlene Johnson, 66, a resident of New Castle passed away Friday, October 23, 2026 at her home. She was born August 9, 1960 in New Castle to the late Charles and Louise (Tackett) Johnson. A 1978 graduate of Chrysler High School, Charlene worked at Walmart in New Castle for over twenty years. She enjoyed making […] — (Posted October 24, 2026)
Richard A. Grieswell Obituary pending… There will be no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with final arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the online guestbook at www.communityfamilyfh.com — (Posted October 23, 2026)
Vicki Jay King Obituary and arrangements pending… — (Posted October 23, 2026)
George W. “Bill” Hill Mr. George W. “Bill” Hill, 90, of Fountain City, passed away on Friday morning, October 23, at the home of his daughter in Richmond. Bill was born in Randolph County, Indiana on July 25, 1936, to Walter G. & Irene Opal Moody Hill. He attended Fountain City High School. Bill formerly served in the Indiana […] — (Posted October 23, 2026)