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.

Molly McKinney Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com — (Posted May 5, 2026)

Cheryl J. Miller CENTERVILLE, IN– Cheryl Jean Miller, age 94, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, May 4, 2026, at Reid Health. Born May 6, 1931, in Centerville, Indiana, to Hugh M. and Kathryn George Cheesman, Cheryl lived in this community all of her life. Cheryl was a piano teacher and played organ for many funerals at Doan & […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Dan Parks RICHMOND, IN– Dan Parks, age 65, of Richmond, Indiana, went to be with the Lord surrounded by family on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Born February 9, 1961, in Severn, Maryland, to Raymond and Dorothy Vivian McConnell Parks, Dan lived in this community most of his life. He was a graduate of Northeastern High School and […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

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Scott A. Mowry Scott A. Mowry, age 63 of Eaton, Ohio and formerly of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Maple Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Eaton. Scott was born on December 1, 1962, in Dayton, Ohio, son of the late George Lovall and Roberta Etoile (Shell) Mowry. A 1981 graduate of Twin Valley […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Valeria Sue Bauer Valeria Sue Bauer, 76, of Connersville, passed away early Saturday morning, May 2, 2026, at her home. One of three children of Leo and Jean (Hardway) Chapman, Valeria was born on April 22, 1950, in West Virginia and graduated from Clay County High School. On June 30, 2012, Valeria was united in marriage in Connersville […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

James Matthew Farler James Matthew Farler, 73, of Connersville, passed away at his home early Sunday morning, May 3, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of his family. One of ten children of Bennie Farler and Dolphie Morgan Farler, James was born on November 19, 1952. On January 11, 1973, James was united in marriage in Connersville to the […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Judy Gray Judith A. Gray, 72, of Laurel, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026, at her home. One of fifteen children of Roy A. “Kilroy” and Carolyn Pate Gray, Judy was born on July 5, 1953, in Connersville. A lifelong resident of Laurel, she attended Laurel Schools. Judy was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Robert L. “Bob” Quick Robert L. “Bob” Quick, 88, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026 at Bethesda North Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. He was born June 24, 1937 in Hamilton, OH to the late John Wesley and Mattie Victoria (Mink) Quick. Bob was a 1954 graduate of Seven Mile High School, earned his Bachelor's Degree […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Nancy E. Cole LEWISVILLE- Nancy E. Cole, 88, passed away Friday morning May 1, 2026, at The Waters of Rushville. A daughter of the late Herschel Lowell and Vera (Dishman) Hawk, Nancy was born in Henry County, Indiana on January 31, 1938, and was a graduate of Lewisville High School with the class of 1956. She married Floyd […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Sarah Nola Armstrong Sarah "Nola" Armstrong, age 90, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, in Livingston, Tennessee. She was born on October 7, 1935, in Chanute, Tennessee to the late Cosby Oren and Nannie (Conley) Williams. Nola, as she was affectionately known, worked at Sears and Roebuck Department Stores for 19 years. Beyond her professional life, she […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Mark Allen Turner Sr. Mark Allen Turner Sr., age 76 of Richmond, passed away May 2, 2026, at Reid Health after a long illness. He was born in Richmond on April 8, 1950, and lived here all his life, retiring as a professional OTR driver. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Joy; three children, Angel (Josh) […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Mary Van Vleck Garman Mary Van Vleck Garman died April 28, 2026, at Friends Fellowship Community in Richmond, Indiana, after a years-long struggle with Parkinson’s Disease. She was born April 24, 1949, in Hinsdale, Illinois, to George and Jane Van Vleck. She graduated from Hinsdale High School and Kalamazoo College. While attending the latter, she met David Garman, and […] — (Posted May 4, 2026)

Phyllis Lewis Phyllis L. Lewis, 85, of Lynn, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2. She was born on April 28, 1941, in Anderson, Indiana to John Lester & Ardeth M. Lamb Hunley. Mrs. Lewis was a member of the New Liberty Christian Church near Lynn. Her life revolved around her family. Mrs. Lewis will be missed […] — (Posted May 3, 2026)

Ralph Morris Pastor Ralph Morris, 91, of Brownsville, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 1, 2026. He was born on July 6, 1934, in McKee, Kentucky to Leonard Morris and Amanda Shock Morris. Ralph attended Luther Rice Seminary School in Jacksonville, Florida where he obtained his Bachelor of Divinity degree in ministry. […] — (Posted May 3, 2026)

Catherine P. Subler Catherine P. Subler, age 87 of Englewood, OH passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026. She was born March 15, 1939 in Greenville, OH to the late John and Leona (Linnane) Herrmann. Catherine retired as a cafeteria worker/latch key from Northmont Schools after 26 years of employment. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic […] — (Posted May 2, 2026)

Donna Feemster Cambridge City – Donna Feemster, 84, of Cambridge City passed peacefully May 1, 2026. The fourth of five daughters born to Garl and Pauline (Scott) Ledbetter, Donna cherished her simple Pershing, Indiana upbringing. Family was everything to Donna and she expressed her love through food. She always remembered and prepared everyone’s favorite dishes. Her culinary […] — (Posted May 2, 2026)

Clyde Merlin Basford Clyde Merlin Basford, age 95, passed away May 1, 226, at Ambassador Healthcare. He was born September 28, 1930, the son of William and Artie (Nealis) Basford, in Richmond, Indiana. Clyde enjoyed a long retirement as he retired from Belden in 1989. He had a passion for hunting, fishing, HO trains and loved to do […] — (Posted May 2, 2026)

Maurice Powell Maurice Ivan Powell, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at Reid Hospital on Thursday, April 30, 2026. He was born on August 14, 1939 in Connersville, IN to Floyd and Edna Beck Powell. Maurice graduated with the class of 1957, a proud Alquina Blue Arrow. On June 14, 1959, he married the love […] — (Posted May 1, 2026)

Mary M. Halsell Mary M. Halsell, a cherished former resident of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, at the age of 91, at the Harbour Manor Health and Living Center in Noblesville, IN. Born on October 29, 1934, in Albany, Kentucky, Mary was the beloved daughter of the late Jerry and Lillian (Ooten) Sell. […] — (Posted May 1, 2026)

Roy H. Cruse CONNERSVILLE, IN– Roy H. Cruse, age 79, of Connersville, Indiana, and formerly of Richmond, died Thursday, April 30, 2026, at his home. Born March 7, 1947, in Sandgap, Kentucky, to Wiley A. and Lila J. Lakes Cruse, Roy lived in this community most of his life. Roy worked at The Point Service Station for several […] — (Posted May 1, 2026)

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)

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)