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.
Billy Williams It is with deep sorrow and immense love that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Billy Joe Williams, who left this world peacefully on November 4 at the age of 85.  Born January 26, 1940 in Idaho, Ohio, no one worked harder or loved deeper. He spent his life making […] — (Posted November 7, 2025)
Jacqueline Moberly Obituary pending… A funeral service will be held Saturday, November 15th, 2025, at Community Family Funeral Home beginning at 1 p.m. Family and friends may View full obituary — (Posted November 7, 2025)
Melissa Lyn Hornsby Melissa Lyn Hornsby, 56, of Connersville, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at IU Health, Indianapolis. Melissa was born in Connersville on December 25, 1968, to the late Jessie Ladd and Eva Barnes Ladd. She was employed at Pavey’s Convenience Store for 22 years. Melissa loved spending time with her grandchildren and her family. […] — (Posted November 7, 2025)
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Sara Ann Washington Sara Ann Washington passed away Thursday, October 30, 2025. She was born Thursday November 8, 2001, in Richmond, Indiana to Betsy Murray and Joshua Beavers. Married Friday, August 6, 2021 to Ellis Washington and baptized with her husband Ellis at Lighthouse Assembly of God Sunday November 5, 2023. Sara attended Richmond High School and was […] — (Posted November 7, 2025)
Tonita Johnson Obituary pending… View full obituary — (Posted November 7, 2025)
Cynthia A. Irwin Cynthia A. Irwin of Richmond died November 5, 2025, at Reid Health. Funeral services will be on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. at View full obituary — (Posted November 6, 2025)
Jerry Eder FRANKFORT, Ind. – Ronald “Jerry” Eder, age 99, died Tuesday, November 4, 2025. He was born on March 8, 1926, in Brazil, Indiana, to Albert and Lena Eder. He graduated from Staunton High School in 1944, then entered the Navy, serving until 1946. With GI Bill funds, he continued his education at Indiana State University, […] — (Posted November 6, 2025)
Lola M. Whitehead Lola M. (Baker) Whitehead, 97, of New Castle went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation of New Castle. She was born April 23, 1928 in Cumberland County, Kentucky to CB and Bertha (Mclusky) Baker. Lola worked at Bill’s Diner for 23 years, cooking many delicious meals for […] — (Posted November 6, 2025)
Martin H. Skinner 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 View full obituary — (Posted November 6, 2025)
Jewel D. Pinkerton Jewel D. Pinkerton of Liberty passed away on Tuesday November 4, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond at the age of 79. Jewel was born View full obituary — (Posted November 5, 2025)
Sherry Plummer Sheralynne “Sherry” Marie Plummer, 83, of Connersville, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at her home. A daughter of Leland “Bud” Pavy and Elsie Jackson Witt, Sherry was born on August 7, 1942, in Connersville, and graduated from Leatherwood High School in Kentucky with the class of 1961. Sherry served her country in the […] — (Posted November 5, 2025)
Edith Jane Ford Edith Jane Ford, 94, passed away peacefully at her home, on November 3, 2025. She was born on August 25, 1931, in Chicago, IL, to the late Stewart and Elsa (Seiler) Rouse. As a longtime employee at the Courier Times in New Castle, Edith dedicated herself to her work with commitment and diligence. Yet, it […] — (Posted November 5, 2025)
Lew Anthony Lewis Charles Anthony Jr. “Lew” a long-time resident of Cambridge City and Greenwood, Indiana, passed away Wednesday the 29th of October, 2025. He passed peacefully in his sleep after saying he was “Going to go fly his plane into New Castle Airport”. Born June 20th, 1936, in Steubenville, Ohio, Lew and his wife Mary Ellen […] — (Posted November 5, 2025)
Bobbie Raylene Rogers Bobbie Raylene Rogers, 64, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at her residence. Bobbie was one of three daughters born to Robert and Carol Leach Boulware. She was born in Connersville on February 22, 1961, and graduated from Connersville High School. For over 20 years, she worked at Visteon. She was later employed […] — (Posted November 5, 2025)
Clara Geneva “Wright” Honaker Clara (Wright) Geneva Honaker passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted November 4, 2025)
Lynn W. Muncy Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted November 4, 2025)
John William O’Brien John William O’Brien, age 81, was born on June 25, 1944., in Richmond, Indiana to the late Joseph G. O’Brien and Lillian G. Longmeyer O’Brien. View full obituary — (Posted November 4, 2025)
Thomas Brett Gregorio Thomas Brett Gregorio, 64, of Spiceland passed away Monday, October 3, 2025 at IU Health Ball Hospital. He was born August 19, 1961 in Monterey, California to the late Thomas J. and Phyllis M. (Crowhorn) Gregorio. Brett was a 1979 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School then joined the U.S. Air Force, serving until 1983. […] — (Posted November 4, 2025)
Pamela K. Tharp full obituary is pending Funeral services for Pam will be at Urban Winkler Liberty Funeral Home, 310 N Main, Liberty on Friday November 7, 2025, View full obituary — (Posted November 4, 2025)
Michael T. McCracken Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted November 4, 2025)
Booker Adrien Washington Booker Adrien Washington (Adrien), age 60, was born on November 11, 1964, to Booker T. and Margaret Kelley Washington in Richmond, Indiana. He passed away on October 5, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. Adrien grew up in Richmond and attended Richmond Community Schools, where he competed in various athletic sports. He excelled in track and field, […] — (Posted November 4, 2025)
Gloria J. Barrows Gloria J. Barrows, 87, of Connersville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Hickory Creek nursing home in Connersville. She was born on February 3, 1938, in Winn Cave, Kentucky, one of eight children of Hiram and Annas Isaacs Spivey. On June 3, 1955, Gloria married Leonard C. “Pete” Barrows in Calvary Baptist […] — (Posted November 4, 2025)
James Archie Davis James Archie Davis, 75, of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 31, 2025 at his residence. He was born September 20, 1950 in New Castle to the late Oliver and Geneva (Allen) Davis. James was a 1969 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He was a veteran of […] — (Posted November 4, 2025)
Marcus Alan Bingham Marcus “Bubby” Alan Bingham, age 33, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 3, 2025. He was born on March 23, 1992, in Greenville to Mark A. Bingham and Jo Anna (Beavins) Bingham, both of Greenville. In addition to his parents, Marcus is survived by his siblings, Alexis (Michael Carpenter) Bingham and […] — (Posted November 3, 2025)
Randy Smith Randall “Randy” Lynn Smith, 64, of Connersville, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home with his wife and children by his side on Monday, November 3, 2025. Randy was born in Petersburg, Virginia, at Fort Lee Army Base on July 7, 1961, to Leonard Smith and June Begley Burns. He graduated from Connersville High School […] — (Posted November 3, 2025)
Robert L McNamara Robert L McNamara, 87 of Richmond, passed away on October 28, 2025 in Richmond. He was born to the late Daniel F. and Melinda (Spears) View full obituary — (Posted November 3, 2025)
Marilu Ann “Lu” Clevenger Marilu “Lu” Ann Clevenger, 90, went into the arms of Jesus in Heaven Thursday, October 30, 2025. She was born July 30, 1935, the second of six children born to Raymond and Iris Sharp. She attended Huntsville School and was the first class to graduate from Union School Corp. in 1… — (Posted November 3, 2025)
Ellen Joyce (Favorite) Cutshaw Ellen Joyce (Favorite) Cutshaw, 87, of Hagerstown, died Friday, October 31, 2025, at Reid Health.She was born in Hagerstown on December 25, 1937 to Ernest and Addie (Young) Favorite and lived most of her life in the Hagerstown area.On June 6, 1959, she married Charles “Bob” Cutsh… — (Posted November 3, 2025)
Patricia Ann Rowe Patricia Ann Rowe, 66, of Connersville, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2025, at Reid Health, Richmond. Born on November 25, 1958, in Connersville, Patricia was the daughter of the late David and Bertha Gabbard Roberts. She married the love of her life, Rick Rowe Sr., on March 6, 1976, in Connersville. They shared 49 […] — (Posted November 3, 2025)
David Lee Hornung David Lee Hornung passed away on Sunday morning, November 2, 2025, at the age of 84. David was born on April 2, 1941, in Connersville, View full obituary — (Posted November 3, 2025)