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.

Wanda E. Parker Wanda E. Parker age 61, of Eaton, Ohio died Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at her residence. Wanda was born on May 27, 1964, in Montgomery County Dayton, Ohio. She was a School Bus Driver for over 26 years with Preble County ESC and the Eaton Community Schools and an EMT with North Central and Lewisburg […] — (Posted April 30, 2026)

Charlotte Raye Stidam Charlotte Raye Stidam, 82, of Connersville, went home to be with her Lord late Wednesday evening, April 29, 2026 at Heritage House of Connersville. One of ten children of James R. Jessee and Kathleen Clark Lykins, Charlotte was born on February 10, 1944, in Plummers Landing, Kentucky. She grew up in the Plummers Landing and […] — (Posted April 30, 2026)

Anna Lee Stryker Anna Lee Stryker, age 101, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the Brethren Retirement Community (BRC) in Greenville. She was born December 31, 1924 in Arcanum, OH to the late Noel R. Myers, Sr. and Verna (Shuler) Myers. She married Kenneth Stryker on August 19, 1944 at the United Methodist Church in Arcanum. […] — (Posted April 30, 2026)

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Donald Wayne Turner Donald Wayne Turner, 73, formerly of New Castle passed away Monday, April 27, 2026 at Tampa General Hospital. He was born October 31, 1952 in Henry County. A 1970 graduate of Chrysler High School, Don lived in New Castle until 1974. He retired from International Harvester Corp. in 2002 after 30 years of service. Don […] — (Posted April 30, 2026)

Joseph E. Burnett On April 26, 2026 Joseph E. Burnett went home to be with Jesus and rejoice with all of his family that have preceded him to fly with our Lord Almighty. Joe was born on March 31, 1982 to Frank E. Burnett Jr. and Carolyn S. (Bough) Burnett at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Joe was a […] — (Posted April 29, 2026)

Mac “Bub” Hamm Mac “Bub” Hamm, 68, of Selma, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. Bub was born on January 6, 1958, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Bob and Norma (Simmons) Hamm. A devoted family man, Bub took great pride in his grandchildren and was always […] — (Posted April 29, 2026)

Joshua Alexander Weiss 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 29, 2026)

Daniel Engle Daniel W Engle, 93, of Lynn, passed away on Monday morning, April 27, at Forest Park Health Campus, where he had lived for several years. Mr. Engle was born in Winchester, Indiana on April 8, 1933, son of Charles Edgar and Leota Lucille Buckmaster Engle. He was a graduate of Lynn High School. Mr. Engle […] — (Posted April 28, 2026)

Scott Douglas Cronk Scott D. Cronk, 69, passed away on April 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and deep ties to his community. He was born on March 8, 1957, in New Castle to the late William “Bill” and Marian (New) Cronk. Known for his steady presence and willingness to help others, Scott spent […] — (Posted April 28, 2026)

James Michael Yeager James Michael Yeager, known as Mike to family and friends, age 89, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Mike was born February 22, 1937, in Dublin, Ohio, and was the son of the late Mr. James F. and Mrs. Katherine (Beamer) Yeager. Mike proudly served in the United States […] — (Posted April 28, 2026)

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) Slush… — (Posted April 28, 2026)

Carol Hollingsworth Carol Hollingsworth, 65 of Richmond, passed away after a long illness, April 25, 2026, at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on June 2, 1960, in Richmond to James “Jim” and Joyce Chamness Hollingsworth and lived here all of her life. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. […] — (Posted April 28, 2026)

Sakhone Vorachack Sakhone Vorachack, 58, of Richmond, passed away on April 24, 2026. He was born on June 25, 1967, in Vientiane, Laos, to Khamphanh and Somboun Vorachack. Sakhone came to this country and settled in St. Louis, Missouri. He then met his wife, Bounpanh, and moved to Richmond, Indiana, where he built a life centered around […] — (Posted April 28, 2026)

Tom Brochin Thomas F. “Tom” Brochin, age 75, went to his heavenly home on Monday, April 27, 2026. Tom was born on September 17, 1950, in Connersville, Indiana, to the late Florence (Johnson) and Walter “Bud” Brochin. He was raised in Connersville, where he attended St. Gabriel Catholic School and later graduated from Connersville High School. During […] — (Posted April 28, 2026)

John Allan Cornette John Allan Cornette, 69, of Connersville, passed away Sunday evening, April 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at Caroleton Healthcare of Connersville where he had been resident for the past year and half. The oldest of two sons of Sam and Marjorie Poe Cornette, John was born in Connersville on November 16, 1956 and […] — (Posted April 28, 2026)

Freda W. Devoll Martindale Freda W. Devoll Martindale, born October 16, 1937, entered heaven March 10, 2026. She was born in Zanesville, Ohio, to Walter and Eleanor Devoll. Freda graduated with Zanesville High School class of 1956. She married Garey Martindale and together they raised their son, Doug. She lived in Tracy, California, and retired from FMC Defense. Freda […] — (Posted April 28, 2026)

Mary Ellen Moore Mary Ellen Moore, 50, of Rushville, formerly of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 25, 2026, at her residence. One of four children of Ronald Keith and Darlene Horning Moore, Mary was born on May 24, 1975, in Oxford, Ohio. Raised in the Everton area, she was a 1993 graduate of Connersville High School. Mary […] — (Posted April 27, 2026)

Tashia Rose Young Tashia R. Young (McCord), 48, of Cambridge City, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by family and friends. A time to celebrate Tashia’s life will be at her visitation from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday April 30, 2026 at Marshall & Erlewein Funeral Home, […] — (Posted April 27, 2026)

Laura Lou “Lucy” Isaacs Laura Lou “Lucy” Isaacs passed away at Reid Health in Richmond on Sunday morning, April 26, 2026, at the age of 92. Lucy was born in Connersville, IN on January 25, 1934, the daughter of the late Frank May, Sr. and Anna Thumb May Archer. On January 30, 1954, Lucy was united in marriage to […] — (Posted April 27, 2026)

Sarah Cathleen Wallace Obituary Pending — (Posted April 27, 2026)

Sarah Joan Cooper RICHMOND, IN– Sarah Joan Cooper, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Arbor Trace. Born September 14, 1941, in New Castle, Indiana, to Alva Garland and Mary Catherine Hayes Warren, Sarah has lived in this community most of her life. She was a graduate of New Castle High School. Sarah lived […] — (Posted April 27, 2026)

Cindi Smith Cynthia Kay “Cindi” (Mamaw) Smith, 65, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away on April 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Cindi was born on July 16, 1960, the youngest of eight children to Charles and Cora Shepard Purcell. She attended Connersville High School and remained rooted in the community throughout her life. On […] — (Posted April 27, 2026)

Miles E. Shafer Miles E. Shafer, age 91, of Eaton, OH, peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at the Dayton VA Hospice Unit (Victory Ridge). He was born December 20, 1934 in Piqua, OH to the late Clarence and Hazel (Popp) Shafer. Miles was a member of the Eaton First Church of God for many years. […] — (Posted April 27, 2026)

Charles Arthur Reeves RICHMOND, IN– _Charles Arthur Reeves, 81, of Richmond, Indiana passed unexpectedly on April 19, 2026. He was born on Apri 5, 1945 to the late Alvin and Ada Reeves. He attended Dennis Middle School was a graduate of Richmond High School. He furthered his education at Taylor University where he earned a Masters Degree. He […] — (Posted April 27, 2026)

Marie Gobble Marie Gobble, 93 of Richmond, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026, at Brickyard Healthcare. She was born January 1, 1933, in Kingsport, Tennessee, to Essie and Elizabeth Hunter Bishop and lived here most of her life. She was a member of the Oak Park Pentecostals. Marie formerly worked at STACO, Richmond Community Schools, and […] — (Posted April 27, 2026)

James Sprouse James Douglas Sprouse passed away peacefully at his home in Grand Rapids, MI on April 18, 2026, at the age of 77, surrounded by loved ones following a hard-fought battle with cancer. Throughout his life, he was known for his kindness, loyalty, fun-loving nature, and integrity. He never saw problems, only challenges to solve — […] — (Posted April 26, 2026)

Rev. Charles “Chuck” Morris Snyder, Jr. “His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.” Matthew 25:23 “For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.” Colossians 2:9 Reverend Charles “Chuck” Mason Snyder […] — (Posted April 26, 2026)

Rebecca A. Paul Rebecca A. Paul passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted April 26, 2026)

James Bunger, Sr. James W. “Jim” Bunger, Sr., passed away in the comfort of his home, surrounded by loved ones, on Thursday evening, April 23. Jim was born in Richmond, Indiana on April 15, 1940. Jim was raised on his family farm near Webster by his maternal grandparents, William J. & Fannie Mae Bond Feasel. He […] — (Posted April 26, 2026)

Kenneth E. Rossman Kenneth E. Rossman, age 96, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at the Brookdale Senior Living in Greenville, OH. He was born March 12, 1930 in Toledo, OH to the late Arthur and Alma (Darr) Rossman. Kenneth was a 1949 graduate of Genoa High School. He worked for United Telephone Company […] — (Posted April 26, 2026)