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.
Marilyn L. Foster Marilyn L. Foster, age 84, of Greenville, OH passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the Troy Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born on October 19, 1941 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Howard and Evelyn (Duber) Knabelkamp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Gene E. […] — (Posted February 25, 2026)
Kimberly S. Stevens Kimberly S. Stevens, age 67, of Eaton, OH, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH. She was born September 6, 1958 in Troy, OH. Kim was a 1976 graduate of Eaton High School and worked at Parker-Hannifin Corporation in Eaton for many years. She always enjoyed her time […] — (Posted February 25, 2026)
Murlene Smith Murlene Harper Smith, 91, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on February 25, 2026, following a long illness. She was born January 7, 1935, in West View full obituary — (Posted February 25, 2026)
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Allen Abrams Allen Abrams, 70, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday morning, February 24, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. One of ten children of Walter and Claribel Wyrick Abrams, Allen was born on March 11, 1955, in Rushville. On May 30, 1981, Allen was united in marriage in Bentonville to the former Tari Tankersley. […] — (Posted February 25, 2026)
Marilyn Jean Gauthier Marilyn Jean Gauthier, a resident of Friends Fellowship community in Richmond, Indiana passed away on February 19, 2026, after a short illness. Marilyn was born July 21, 1931, in Nora Springs Iowa. She was the daughter of James. W. Duff and Grace Tarpy Duff. Shortly After graduating from high school, she met and married Ray […] — (Posted February 25, 2026)
Sara Jane Penhale Sara Jane Penhale, born on September 13, 1949, died on February 22, 2026, of complications from Parkinson’s Disease. But over the course of her 76 years, she lived a rich and fulfilling life, both as a cherished Earlham College faculty member and as an inveterate traveler, who visited about 75 countries around the world. Sara […] — (Posted February 24, 2026)
Timothy Brent Wright Timothy ‘Brent” Wright, 69, of New Castle passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was born on December 14, 1956, in New Castle to the late Thomas and Jerry (Tinkle) Wright. Brent was kindhearted and loved spending time with his nieces and nephews; they called him the “Fun Uncle”. He enjoyed fishing, working on […] — (Posted February 24, 2026)
Ruth Marie Leffel Ruth Marie Leffel 82 of Centerville went to be with the Lord with her by her family by her side on February 22, 2026. She View full obituary — (Posted February 24, 2026)
Debra Kay “Gosnell” Reece Debra (Gosnell) Kay Reece passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted February 24, 2026)
June Barker June F. Barker of Connersville passed away on Monday evening, February 23, 2026, at the age of 84. June was born in Jackson County, Kentucky View full obituary — (Posted February 24, 2026)
Luella Chesher Luella “Lue” Chesher, 72, of New Castle passed away Monday, February 23, 2026 at IU Health Methodist Hospital. She was born September 12, 1953 in Monticello, Kentucky to the late Obie Frances and Ermie Louise (Criswell) Bell. Lue was the heart of every gathering—a devoted wife, a nurturing mother, a devoted grandmother, a loving sister, […] — (Posted February 24, 2026)
Teresa Ellen Reedy Teresa Ellen Reedy, 65, of Connersville, passed away early Monday morning, February 23, 2026, at her residence. A daughter of Edward and Evelyn Rader Firth, Teresa was born on January 18, 1961, in Tampa, Florida. She moved to the area in her youth and was a 1979 graduate of Centerville High School. For many years, […] — (Posted February 24, 2026)
James R. Britt 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 February 24, 2026)
Dewey Malicoat Dewey was born October 6th, 1942 to Carlos and Dorothy (Day) Malicoat in Richmond, Indiana. He was raised on a farm and attended school in View full obituary — (Posted February 24, 2026)
Steve Alonzo Clark Steve Alonzo Clark, 72, of Albany, Kentucky, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Saturday evening, February 21, 2026, at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He was born on September 26, 1953, in New Castle, Indiana, to Lowell Elvin and Aileen Eva (Guffey) Clark, who… — (Posted February 24, 2026)
Lois Jeanne Skinner Lois Jeanne Skinner, age 90, of Eldorado, OH passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Maple Gardens Nursing Center in Eaton, OH. She was born November 9, 1935 in Middletown, OH to the late Loran and Edna (Kasserman) Smith. Lois was a 1953 graduate of Lewisburg High School. She retired as an office manager […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Michael Andrews Michael D. Andrews, 77, of Lynn, passed away on Saturday, February 21, at Hospice House in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He was born on July 5, 1948, in Randolph County, Indiana, the son of Glen E. & Virginia Bales Andrews. He was a graduate of Union High School. Michael took pride in his work ethic. He […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Betty June Blackburn Betty June Blackburn, affectionately known as both “Nana” and “Aunt Bea”, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the age of 77 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. She was born September 25, 1948 in New Castle to the late Charles and Freda (Marshall) Howe. Betty retired from Foam Rubber Products in New Castle […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Randal R. Russell Randal R. Russell of Liberty, IN, passed away on Sunday February 22, 2026, at the age of 61. Randal was born in Connersville, IN on View full obituary — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Martin Lipp Connersville – Martin D. Lipp, 61, passed away at home on February 20th, 2026.  He was born in Frankfort, Indiana on December 9th, 1964, to Ellis and Janet (Gates) Lipp.  He was a 1983 graduate of Clinton Prairie High School.  He married his wife, Beth (Rea) Lipp, on August 24th, 2004, in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.  He […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Betty Lou Jenkins Celebration of Life Betty Lou (Carter) Jenkins, 93, from Richmond, Indiana, was born on November 29, 1932, in Alton, Kentucky to Ira Bailey Carter and View full obituary — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Pamela Sue Rogers Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Gerald E. Rhoades Gerald E. Rhoades, 95, of New Castle passed away at Glen Oaks Health Campus on Sunday, February 22, 2026. He was born in Whittier, California on January 12, 1931 to Orval and Verna (Jensen) Rhoades. Gerald was a 1949 graduate of Lewisville High School. He retired from the Shadeland Plant of Chrysler Corporation in 1988 […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Jericho Martin Michael DeLucio Obituary pending… View full obituary — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Carter Wayne Baker Carter Wayne Baker, 48, of Churubusco, Indiana, passed away Friday morning, February 20, 2026, at his home. One of two children of Larry C. and Janet L. Fields Baker, Carter was born on August 12, 1977, in Fayette County, Indiana. He attended Connersville High School, graduating with the class of 1996. Following high school, he […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Rita Mae Howard Rita Mae Howard, 71, of New Castle, passed away on February 20, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on January 12, 1955, in Salyersville, KY to the late Walter “Jack” and Gelena (Workman) Slusher. Rita dedicated many years of her life working on a tomato farm. She was not just a hard worker; […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Michael L. North Michael “Lynn” North, 78 of Lewisburg, Ohio passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Miami Valley Hospital North. Born on July 2, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Herbert R. and Evelyn H. (Slade) North. Lynn worked at Parker Hannifin, Green Tokai and retired from Neaton Auto Products in […] — (Posted February 22, 2026)
Colleen Louise Werner Colleen Louise Werner passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted February 22, 2026)
Lestie Mae Abshire Lestie “Mae” Abshire, a devoted servant of the Lord who made a shining example of Christian faith, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at the age of 98. Mae was born and raised in Charleston, West Virginia by her loving parents Elmer and Julia Teel. She was born on October 4, 1927. Throughout her […] — (Posted February 21, 2026)
Betty Sue Tuggle Betty Sue Tuggle, 79, of New Castle, passed away on February 17, 2026. She was born on January 11, 1947, in Somerset, KY, to the late Ralph Jones and Pauline (Debord) Cox. Betty graduated from Somerset High School in 1965 before embarking on a lifelong journey devoted to caring for others. On the last day […] — (Posted February 21, 2026)