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.
Terry Robin Capps Terry Robin Capps – 10/14/1960- 12/01/2025 Robin was born on October 14th, 1960, in Indianapolis Indiana to Roger & Violet Whitsit and raised by grandparents View full obituary — (Posted December 5, 2025)
Clyde Fain Clyde Nichelson Fain, age 95 of Milton, Indiana went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday morning, December 4, 2025 following a brief illness. He was born and raised on a small farm near Dandridge, Tennessee, the son of the late George W. and Cenia (Ownby) Fain. He graduated from Maury […] — (Posted December 5, 2025)
Inez Flynn Inez Flynn, 86, of Carmel, formerly living in Indianapolis and New Castle, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025. She was born April 8, 1939, in Lenoir, North Carolina to the late Oscar and Carolyn (Justice) Clay. Inez is survived by grandson Russell Clay, niece Tamara (Kevin) O’Neal and great-niece Arielle (Mark) Weaver. She was preceded […] — (Posted December 5, 2025)
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Leon E. Seely Leon E. Seely, 87, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025, at his home. He was born January 13, 1938, in Hancock County, a son of the late Carl and Tarly (Pyle) Seely. He was a proud graduate of the 1956 Charlottesville High School Class. He was an insurance agent with Shelter Insurance […] — (Posted December 5, 2025)
Meleah Perkins Meleah Perkins, 69, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Stonebrook Rehabilitation Center. She was born March 3, 1956 in New Castle to the late Richard “Dick” and Waunita (Scott) Hedrick. Meleah was employed as a banker for forty-three years, having worked at First National Bank and Bank One. She was a […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Dana Elaine Daffron-Keith Dana Elaine Daffron-Keith, 72, of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Willows of New Castle following several years of failing health. She was born February 11, 1953 in New Castle to the late Arnold and Virginia (Gard) Thurston. Dana was a free spirit and loved to have a good time. She was […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Marilyn K. Collins Marilyn K. Collins, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025. She was born January 14, 1943 in Eaton to the late Lloyd and Goldie (Heckman) Brandenburg. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Richard “Dick” Collins; sisters Barbara Brandly and Betty […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Phyllis (Oakerson) Cadwallader Phyllis (Oakerson) Cadwallader, 94, of Modoc, passed away December 2, 2025 at her home. She is survived by a daughter, Nancy Small; a son, Brad (Tammy) Cadwallader; four grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Ronnie (Sherry) Oakerson,… — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Terry Lee Goforth Terry Lee Goforth, 76, of New Castle, passed away, November 21, 2025, at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. Survivors include his husband, Donald E. Baney; a son, Clinton Stuart; his sister, Rose (Tim) Brandenburg and his brother, Bobby (Brenda) Goforth.A… — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Timothy Wayne Sauls Timothy Wayne Sauls passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Mary F. Thiedeman Mary Thiedeman, 79, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Richmond, IN. Mary was raised/grew up in Watchung, NJ. She lived a life marked by View full obituary — (Posted December 4, 2025)
William H. “Bill” Daily William H. “Bill” Daily, age 83, of Eaton, OH passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born April 18, 1942 in Hamilton, OH to the late Howard C. and Golden M. (Moberly) Daily. Bill was raised on the family dairy farm in West Elkton and was a lifelong […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Misty Waltz Millville – Misty Lynn Waltz, 60, passed away at her home in the early hours of December 2nd, 2025, after a hard fought battle with an extended illness. A daughter of the late Harvey E. and Phyllis (Trisler) Loveall, Misty was born on March 12th, 1965, in New Castle, Indiana. She graduated from Hagerstown Jr./Sr. […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Leora Keith Leora Keith, 99, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born April 2, 1926, in Greenfield, Indiana to Arthur and Amy (Albea) Jackson. Leora was a graduate of the Class of 1945 Wilkinson High School and worked as a seamstress at several garment factories including her […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
David Morgan David G. Morgan, age 63, passed away at his residence on November 21, 2025. He was born July 9th, 1962, to Delores Morgan and Douglas View full obituary — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Christopher Wissler Christopher C. Wissler, 55, of Spiceland, passed away at his home on Tuesday morning, December 2, 2025. He was born on April 22, 1970, in New Castle to Jack and Sue (Query) Wissler. Chris was a 1988 graduate of Tri High School and later received an associate’s degree from Vincennes University in Aviation Maintenance. Chris […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Cheryl Toschlog Cheryl Toschlog passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Gregory “Gene” Velie Gregory “Gene” Velie, 48, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday December 2, 2025, at Henry Community Health. He was born on January 19, 1977, in Mobile Alabama to the late Larry Velie and Terry Kemp. Gene was a dedicated family man that loved spending time with loved ones. A huge Indianapolis Colts fan Gene’s […] — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Phyllis Cadwallader Phyllis (Oakerson) Cadwallader, 94, of Modoc, died peacefully on the afternoon of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, surrounded by her family in the comfort of her home. She was born April 29, 1931, in Winchester, Indiana, the only daughter and oldest of four children of the late John a… — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Omerlee Harrist CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – Omerlee Harrist, age 73, of Cambridge City, Indiana, died Monday, December 1, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital, surrounded by family. Born May 29, 1952, in Richmond, Indiana, to Omer Lee and Rosemarie Barnes Harrist, Omer lived in this area most of his life. He was a talented auto repairman, body work, […] — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Robert Lewis Hovis Obituary pending… View full obituary — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Barbara Jean Maze Barbara Jean (Daily) Maze, 92, of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Henry County Community Health. Born on January 29, 1933, in Evansville, Indiana, Barbara was the daughter of the late Herbert and Velma (Greer) Daily. She was a 1950 graduate of Lewisville High School and attended The Cadiz Christian Church. […] — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Zona Joy Roberts Hymer Christopher Zona Joy Roberts Hymer Christopher Zona Joy Roberts Hymer Christopher, 96, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, at Brickyard Care Center after a brief time on hospice care. Zona was born on September 22, 1929, in Richmond, Indiana, to Captain Estill Roberts and Virgie Pennington Roberts. Though her family briefly moved […] — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Tara Lois Miller Tara Lois Miller passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Michael “Mic” Mauller Michael “Mic” Mauller, 79, of Liberty, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 29, 2025, with his wife by his side. Born on May 16, 1946, View full obituary — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Rosa Taylor Legear RICHMOND, IN– Rosa Taylor Legear, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Reid Health. Rosa was born September 27, 1928, in Paint Lick, Kentucky, to Tom and Ollie Ball Taylor. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, cooking, canning, baseball, Kentucky basketball, and being outdoors. Rosa also loved Dogs and farm animals. She was […] — (Posted December 3, 2025)
Richard L. “Dick” Hamm RICHMOND, IN– Richard L. “Dick” Hamm, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Reid Health. Born February 3, 1938, to Lloyd and Rubye Frame Hamm, Dick lived in this community most of his life. He attended Richmond High School and Earlham College. Dick was Vice President of Wallace Metal Products for […] — (Posted December 2, 2025)
Myrna Ellen Reynolds Myrna Ellen Reynolds passed away at her home with family on November 29, 2025. She was born May 9, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter View full obituary — (Posted December 2, 2025)
Robin Dee Tarr Robin Dee Tarr, 68, of New Castle, died November 28, 2025. She was born August 8, 1957, in Rushville, to Bobby Rudicil and Betty Wells.Survivors include her companion, Michael “Macky” Sexton; sons, Chad (Danielle) Sparks of Muncie and Randy (Summer) Swickard of Lexington; step-da… — (Posted December 2, 2025)
Patricia L. Jones Patricia L. (Weatherly) Jones, age 74 formerly of Preble County, Ohio, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Kettering Health in Miamisburg, Ohio. Born on December 5, 1950, in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio she was the daughter of the late Richard & Miriam (Hapner) Weatherly. Patricia had worked as a Director of Environment Services at […] — (Posted December 2, 2025)