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.
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Mona Grace Wilson
Mona Grace Wilson, 87, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, October 06, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 28, 1939 in Somerset, Kentucky to the late Vester and Grace (Roark) Wright. Mona was a remarkable woman whose life was a testament to love, service, and devotion to her family. A […] — (Posted October 6, 2026)
Ray H. Smith Jr.
Ray H. Smith, Jr., 62, of Knightstown, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026, at Henry Community Health. He was born September 21, 1964, in Greenfield, the son of the late Ray H. Smith Sr. and Mary Ruth (Arnold) Smith. Ray graduated from Knightstown High School and attended Purdue University. He then received an Associated degree […] — (Posted October 6, 2026)
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Virgil L. “Whitey” McDivitt
Mr. Virgil L. “Whitey” McDivitt, 97, of Fountain City, passed away on Monday, October 5. He was born at home on August 12, 1929, the son of Everett E. & Mary L. Parks McDivitt. Whitey was a graduate of Jackson High School in Campbellstown, Ohio. Whitey farmed for many years. The horses he started farming […] — (Posted October 6, 2026)
Barbara Sowers
Barbara Beth Sowers, 62, of Cambridge City, Indiana, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, at Caroleton Healthcare Center in Connersville, following a battle with cancer. She was born August 31, 1964, in Richmond, Indiana, to Curtis Sowers and Mary (Merrick) Sowers Stewart. She graduated from Centerville High School in 1982. Barbara lived in Phoenix, […] — (Posted October 6, 2026)
Stephen D. Gregory Sr.
Steven D Gregory, Sr., 85, of Modoc passed away October 4, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born August 21, 1941, in Newcastle, Indiana to Hobart F. and Norma Mae (Bledsoe) Gregory. Stephen retired from Borg-Warner as a production operator after 37 years’ service. He was also an ordained minister who […] — (Posted October 6, 2026)
Ashton Morgan Fohl
Loved a whole lifetime in just eight sweet, precious days. Ashton Morgan Fohl was born on September 20th, 2026, with 10 adorable toes, tiny perfect hands and fingers and with a beautiful head full of hair! Sadly, Ashton left us on September 28th, 2026. From the moment Ashton entered this world, he was a fighter. […] — (Posted October 5, 2026)
Mary Alice (Metzger) Bowser, Peters
Mary Alice (Metzger) Bowser, Peters was born March 31st, 1932 to Lloyd and Esther (Thomas) Metzger, near Dayton, Ohio. She departed from this life to eternity September 30th, 2026, making her time on earth 94 years six months. On October 7th, 1950, feeling the need of a Savior she, along with her future husband Richard, […] — (Posted October 5, 2026)
Robert “Bob” Edward Stone
Robert “Bob” Edward Stone, 74, of Dunreith, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following an extended illness and surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born on February 10, 1952, in Olive Hill, Kentucky, a son of the late James Earl Stone and Betty Elizabeth (Rayburn) Black. Bob […] — (Posted October 5, 2026)
Becky North
Rebecca “Becky” L. North, age 56, of Lewisburg, Ohio passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at her residence. Born on August 14, 1970 in Dayton, Ohio. Becky was a 1988 graduate of Tri-County North High School. She worked at Deltech Manufacturing, Tri-State College of Business, and Med Pro. She loved to play Bingo, Darts […] — (Posted October 5, 2026)
Philip A. Sherer
Philip A. Sherer, age 83, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, a Vancrest Healthcare Center. Philip was born on January 24, 1943, in Eaton, Ohio, to the late Chester and Marie Sherer. In his early life, Philip attended Eaton High School, where he was known for playing basketball. He then […] — (Posted October 5, 2026)
Pansy Louise Pyle
Pansy Louise (Kennedy) Pyle, 94, of New Castle entered her Heavenly home on October 3 at The Waters of New Castle. Pansy was born July 24, 1932, in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late German and Molly Emerine Kennedy. Though Pansy worked outside the home—spending 20 years at Henry County Memorial Hospital, and later managing […] — (Posted October 5, 2026)
Michael Thomas Fisher
Michael Thomas Fisher passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted October 5, 2026)
Charles John Werking II
Charles "John" Werking ll,73, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his wife and loved ones. He was born on April 20, 1953. John had a personality all on his own. He was known for his sense of humor, the funny T-shirts he wore, and the jokes and pranks that […] — (Posted October 3, 2026)
Betty L. House-Baugh
Betty L. House-Baugh, 94, of New Castle passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at The Waters of New Castle. On September 17, 1932, Betty was born in Maple Valley located in Henry County, IN, a daughter of the late Herman and Emma (Brooks) Morris. Betty was a 43-year member of Cadiz Christian Church, where […] — (Posted October 3, 2026)
Teresa H. Thompson
Teresa H. Thompson, 61 of Eaton, Ohio passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at The James Cancer Hospital at Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Teresa was born on August 3, 1965, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Howard R. & Donna Jean (Wendt) Grody. She was a 1983 Eaton High […] — (Posted October 3, 2026)
Marilyn Delk
Mrs. Marilyn C. Delk, 78, of Fountain City, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, September 30. She was born in Winchester, Indiana on November 17, 1947, to Noble M. & Phyllis A. Delucio Sheppard. She attended Spartanburg High School through her Junior and was a 1965 graduate of the newly completed Randolph Southern High School. She […] — (Posted October 3, 2026)
Alan Kent Taylor II
Alan peacefully left this life while at home. A deep nap turned into an eternal Heavenly life." No more suffering. No more sorrow. " Revelation 21:4 He had spent the previous days with his wife doing what he loved. Being together, talking, reminiscing, eating a favorite sushi meal. Just being. Born in New Castle, Indiana […] — (Posted October 2, 2026)
Jimmy Gage Purvis
Jimmy Gage Purvis, 29, of New Castle passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026. He was born June 4, 1997 in New Castle to the late Jamis Purvis and Rebecca (Fadeley) Martt. Gage went to New Castle High School. Whenever he had some free time, you could usually find him helping with a construction project with […] — (Posted October 2, 2026)
Reagan Jade Muha
Reagan Jade Muha was born asleep in the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. She is survived by her parents, Sean and Chelsea (Davis) Muha; Amara and Kohen Muha and several grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. At the request of the family, there will be no services held. You may express condolences at […] — (Posted October 2, 2026)
