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.

Michael Scott Snowden Michael Scott Snowden passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Ronald “Ronnie” Keith Trimnell Ronald Keith Trimnell, 89, a lifelong Knightstown resident and farmer, passed away April 22, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born at the family home in Bartholomew County on September 25, 1936, to Clarence and Dolores (Holbrook) Trimnell. He was the 11th born of 13 children. In 1943, the family farm […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Dale C. Lanthrop Dale C. Lanthrop, age 89, of Eaton, OH went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born January 7, 1937 in Lewisburg, OH to the late Glen and Opal (Shank) Lanthrop. Dale proudly served in the US Army for 8 years. He was an avid football […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

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Wanda J. Jones Wanda J. Jones, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. She was born May 2, 1943 in Flemingsburg, KY to the late Howard and Hazel (Stacy) Osborn. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sons Terry and Bob Hickman; grandchildren Amber and Christopher […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Beverly (Martin) Vaughn Beverly (Martin) Vaughn, 82, of New Castle, passed away early Friday morning, April 17, 2026, at Addison Place.She was born on January 11, 1944, in Dunreith, Indiana, a daughter of the late Roland H. and Dorothy (Stover) Martin.Beverly was a 1963 graduate of Cadiz High School. Sh… — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Sharon “Sherry” Skinner Sharon “Sherry” Skinner passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Phyllis Carson-Cozort Phyllis Carson-Cozort of Richmond passed away unexpectedly on Monday April 20, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born in Clendenin, West Virginia on February 18, 1942, to Russell N. and Gladys (nee: Forman) Estep. She graduated with the class of 1960 from Clendenin High School. While living in West Virginia, she was a […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Theodore “Ted” Carter Theodore “Ted” Carter, 88, of Richmond, passed away on April 20, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis. He was born on September 27, 1937, in Los Angeles, California, to Thomas and Ruth Ann Springmyer Carter. Ted spent his formative years in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and moved to Richmond at the age of eighteen. He attended […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Billy A. Wilson Billy Asher Wilson, Sr., 82, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was born to the late Willie and Helen (Asher) Wilson on July 31, 1943, in Lincoln County, Kentucky. He proudly served his country in the US Army, and worked and retired from Johns Manville, a member of Manville’s 25 year club. He was […] — (Posted April 23, 2026)

Dale Brent Bell Dale Brent Bell, 65, of New Castle passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at his residence. He was born October 27, 1960 in New Castle to the late Donald Eugene and Juanita Louise (Guffey) Bell. After graduating from New Castle Chrysler High School in 1979, he demonstrated his dedication to his country by enlisting […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Thomas E. Burrowes Thomas E. Burrowes, age 87, of New Carlisle, OH passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Soin Medical Center in Beavercreek, OH. He was born November 25, 1938 in Dayton, OH to the late William and Vada Burrowes. Thomas was the owner and operator of T. E. Burrowes Excavating for many years and […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Karen L. Rosfeld Karen L. Rosfeld, age 80, of Lewisburg, OH passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born December 17, 1945 in Richmond, IN to the late Donald Frederick and Esther Elizabeth (Kindley) Goble. Karen owned and operated her own Daycare Service for many years. She also attended Covenant of Peace […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

James Dale Gerrian Cambridge City – James Dale Gerrian, 72, of Cambridge City passed away at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana on April 20, 2026. James was born in Rushville, Indiana on June 30, 1953. He joined the Army in September of 1970 and served his country for 3 years. James worked for Detling Farms in Arcanum, Ohio, […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

William M. Smith William M. Smith passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Margaret M. Callahan Margaret M. Callahan age 90 of Richmond passed away on April 16, 2026 at Reid Health. She was born June 15,1935 in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky to Hubert and Mary Taylor. She was a homemaker and a member of the Pentecostal Faith who loved the Lord. She enjoyed painting, drawing, reading, and music. Survivors include two […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Gilda Germano Astrugilde “Gilda” Germano, 79, of Fountain City, passed away on Saturday morning, April 18, 2026. Gilda was born on February 2, 1947, in Sao Miguel, Azores (Portugal) to Jose' & Jardelina (Oliveira) Germano. Gilda worked for many years in retail sales and formerly owned & operated Gilda’s Handbags & Accessories in Florida. She loved the […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

William J. “Bill” Griffin PALM DESERT, CA – William J. “Bill” Griffin, age 84, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on April 7th, 2026. Bill was born and grew up in Richmond, Indiana to Bernie and Lora Griffin (Bostick). He was a proud member of the Richmond Fire Department for 19 years and rose to the rank of Captain. […] — (Posted April 22, 2026)

Michael Joseph Stapleton Michael Joseph Stapleton, 77, of Connersville, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond. He was born April 20, 1948, in Michigan, the son of Frank and Laura McCormick Stapleton. Michael moved to Connersville with his family. Attended school in Kentucky. Michael proudly served his country as a veteran of the Vietnam […] — (Posted April 21, 2026)

Arlene Miller Arlene Joy Miller, 68, of New Castle, passed away April 12, 2026. She was born January 5, 1958, in New Castle. Arlene loved music, playing cards with friends and Coca-Cola but most of all her grandchildren. She was so proud of them all and loved to brag about them. Arlene attended New Castle Chrysler High […] — (Posted April 21, 2026)

David Gene Halterman David Gene Halterman, age 89, of Portland, Indiana, passed away at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana, on Sunday, April 19, 2026. He was born in Hillsdale, Michigan, on December 30, 1936, to John and Ethel (Robinson) Halterman. Dave was a 1955 graduate of Decatur High School in Indiana and attended the University of […] — (Posted April 20, 2026)

Lileigh Joy Messer Lileigh Joy Messer, age 7, of Pierceton, Indiana passed away unexpectedly early Monday morning, April 20, 2026 with her family by her side. She was born on February 8, 2019 in Muncie to Rudy Messer, Jr. and Brittany Sloan Huff. Lileigh was a vibrant first-grader at Pierceton Elementary School whose infectious energy and bubbly personality […] — (Posted April 20, 2026)

Joyce I. Johnson Joyce I. Johnson, 71, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Hospice of Miami County in Troy, Ohio. Born on November 5, 1954, in Troy, Ohio, Joyce was the beloved daughter of the late Ora and Daisy (Scammahorn) Berry. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Mary Johnson, […] — (Posted April 20, 2026)

Rodney David Boiles Rodney David Boiles, 67, a resident of Spiceland passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. He was born May 12, 1958 in New Castle to Robert Lee and Orlynn June (Burton) Boiles. A 1976 graduate of Blue River High School, Rodney was employed as a certified semi mechanic at Celadon Trucking […] — (Posted April 20, 2026)

Glendon Laswell Obituary pending… There will be a Memorial Visitation on Saturday, April 25th, at Community Family Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with final arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the online guestbook at www.communityfamilyfh.com. — (Posted April 20, 2026)

Louis R. Baumer Louis R. “Lou” Baumer, 86, of Fountain City, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 18. Lou was born on February 23, 1940, in Richmond, Indiana, the son of Lawrence J. & Ruth Margaret Lawler Baumer. He was a 1958 graduate of Whitewater High School. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in […] — (Posted April 19, 2026)

Dr. Edwin E. Leas, Jr. Dr. Edwin E. Leas, Jr., 82, a distinguished educator and dedicated community leader, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, in Eaton, Ohio. Born on January 12, 1944, in Richmond, Indiana son of the late Edwin E. Sr. and Mary Josephine (Shelley) Leas. Dr. Leas devoted more than four decades to the advancement of education […] — (Posted April 19, 2026)

Betty Lou Bruton Betty Lou Bruton, 94, of New Castle, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born February 10, 1932 in Alpha, KY; a daughter of the late Everett and Bessie May (Massengale) Perdew. Betty was preceded in death by siblings, Birdie Christine, Gail, Leland “Weed”, Billy, Frank, […] — (Posted April 19, 2026)

Theresa Ann Commons Theresa Ann Commons, age 57, of Eldorado, OH passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026. She was born November 27, 1968 in Hamilton, OH to the late Jerry and Carol Miller. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Kimberly Miller; and mother-in-law and father-in-law Linda and Harold Commons. She […] — (Posted April 18, 2026)

Brenda Kay Marcum Brenda Kay Marcum, 75, of Connersville, passed away early Thursday morning, April 16, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond. One of five children of William Samuel and Blossom Mildred (Harvey) Keasling, Brenda was born on April 30, 1950, in Richmond, Indiana. She grew up in the Liberty area and was a graduate of Short High […] — (Posted April 18, 2026)

Betty Ann Riall NEW CASTLE- Betty Ann Riall, 74, passed away Wednesday morning April 15, 2026 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. A daughter of the late Herman and Dorothy (Risch) Werner, Betty was born in New Castle, Indiana on January 10, 1952. She was a graduate of Rushville High School with the class of 1970. […] — (Posted April 18, 2026)