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 Mejias Leach Michael Mejias Leach, age 63, of Eaton, OH passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He was born July 22, 1962 to the late William and Carolyn (Walker) Leach. Mike was a 1981 graduate of Jackson High School where he excelled in cross country; he earned his Associate in Business from Rio Grande College; […] — (Posted February 18, 2026)

Donald D. “DK” Kring Donald D. “DK” Kring, 76 of Lewisburg, peacefully passed away at his home on February 17th 2026 surrounded by family. Born on May 6, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Lester E. Kring and Dorothy M. (Hypes) Weaver. Don graduated from Brookville High School in 1967. After high school he […] — (Posted February 18, 2026)

Clarence Haynes Clarence Haynes 87 formerly of Fountain City living in New Castle died Monday February 16, 2026 Hickory Creek at New Castle. He was born April View full obituary — (Posted February 18, 2026)

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Jerry Oakley Jerry R. Oakley, 69, of Milton, passed at home on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He was born in Connersville on February 18, 1956 to Kenneth J. and Betty Jean (Scott) Oakley. Jerry grew up in Milton and was a 1974 graduate of Lincoln High School. He worked as an assembler at Wayne Works. When he […] — (Posted February 18, 2026)

Gracelynn Nevaeh Daniels Gracelynn Nevaeh Daniels, 19, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026. On September 29, 2006, Gracelynn was born in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of Christin (Wiggins-Bash) Gibson. Gracelynn was a 2025 graduate of New Castle High School, where she proudly participated in color guard for nine years. She was currently […] — (Posted February 18, 2026)

John Boyd Pilgrim John Pilgrim, 73, of Connersville, passed away Monday evening, February 16, 2026, at Heritage House of Connersville. One of three children of John and Pauline Beaman Pilgrim, John was born on November 9, 1952, in Connersville. He was a 1970 graduate of Connersville High School. On April 28, 1973, John was united in marriage at […] — (Posted February 18, 2026)

Cathy A. Brunner Cathy A. Brunner passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted February 18, 2026)

Gary Ingalls Sebring, Florida – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Robert Ingalls on February 11th, 2026, at the age of 83. Gary was born on August 9th, 1942, in East Germantown, Indiana, to Bill and Martha (Mullen) Ingalls. He met the love of his life, Sharon Campbell, and they shared […] — (Posted February 18, 2026)

Elmer Lester Harvey Elmer Lester “Les” Harvey, a devoted husband and father, passed away at home February 6, 2026 at the age of 89. He was born at home on the farm to Lustrus and Anna (Strong) Harvey in Wayne County, Indiana. He was raised and spent his formative years in Indiana, where he graduated from Lincoln High […] — (Posted February 18, 2026)

Raymond M. Shallenberger, Jr. Raymond M. Shallenberger, Jr., 63, of Anderson, formerly of New Castle, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026. He was born September 22, 1962, in Hammond, Indiana. Ray graduated from the University of Southern California and worked in the hospitality industry. He worked for Grey Goose Vodka and SPAGO Restaurant in Los Angeles. Ray had been […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Bobby Ray Morgan Jr. Bobby “Bob” Ray Morgan Jr, 63, of New Castle passed away Monday, February 16, 2026 at IU Health Ball Hospital. He was born December 20, 1962 in New Castle to the late Bobby Ray Sr. and Carolyn (Conley) Morgan. Bob, a 1981 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School then answered the call to serve […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Patricia Mae Simpson Patricia Mae Simpson, age 97, of New Paris, OH passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. She was born on April 12, 1928 in Richmond, IN to the late Lowell and Priscilla (Arnold) Culbertson. Patty graduated from Jefferson High School in New Paris in 1946. She was married […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Elnora Greensfelder Elnora Greensfelder, 82 of Richmond, passed away February 16th, 2026, at Arbor Trace. She was born May 6th, 2026, in Richmond to William and Clara View full obituary — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Norma Elizabeth Black Hollis RICHMOND, IN– Norma Elizabeth Black Hollis, age 89, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Friends Fellowship Community. Norma was born December 7, 1936, in Ringgold, Georgia, to Marion Neal and Beatrice Mae Templeton Black. She was a graduate of Alabama Christian High School in Montgomery, Alabama. On May 28, 1955, Norma married […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Connie Pollitt MILTON- Constance Lee “Connie” Pollitt, 80, passed away Saturday afternoon, February 14, 2026 at her home in Milton with loved ones at her side. The daughter of the late Herbert A. and Helen Virginia (Taylor) McQuinley, Connie was born in Connersville, Indiana on April 3, 1945 and was a graduate of Connersville High School with […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Kyle D. Rader Kyle Douglas Rader of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 16, 2026 at the age of 27. He was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado View full obituary — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Susan Marie (Horigan) Reed Susan Marie (Horigan) Reed, age 77, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at her residence in Brookville, Ohio surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 28, 1948 to the late Francis & Jeannette (Eales) Horigan at their home on Route 121 North in New Paris, Ohio. Susan’s siblings were Sharon […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Laura “Joyce” Bledsoe Laura “Joyce” Bledsoe, 70, of New Castle, peacefully went home to be with her Lord on Sunday evening, February 15, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie.Born on November 29, 1955, in Tracy City, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Edna (Sanders) N… — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Fairlyn Rose Clawson Fairlyn Rose Clawson, 80, of Indianapolis passed away Sunday, Feb 15, 2026, at the Chalet Health and Rehab in Indianapolis, where she had been a resident for four years. She was born January 18, 1946, in Indianapolis, the daughter of James Z. and Mary P. Armacost Smith. A 1964 graduate of Fountain City High School. […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Eva Fern Stone Eva Fern Stone, 81, of Connersville, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, surrounded by the love of her family. One of nine children of Chris and Sarah (Janie) Peters, Eva was born on March 20, 1944, in Berea, Kentucky. At the age of five, her family moved to […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

John R. Mawk John R. Mawk, beloved father and community figure, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, at his residence. He was born September 14, 1940, in Lewis County, Kentucky, to the late James Woodrow and Irene (Logan) Mawk. John lived a life filled with dedication to family, hard work, and service to his community. A proud […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Gertrude G. Dellinger Gertrude Gleneva (Potter) Dellinger, age 90, of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 17, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born May 23, 1935 in Morgan County, Tennessee to the late Homer and Alvertia (Bishop) Potter. Gertrude was a graduate from Sunbright High School before coming to New […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Frances A. Walker Frances Ann Walker, age 59, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. She was born on October 20, 1966, in Suffolk, Virginia, and raised by her parents, William "Buddy" and Belva (Sears) Walker. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by the father […] — (Posted February 17, 2026)

Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Wisehart Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Wisehart, 100, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, at The Willows of New Castle. She was born on May 14, 1925 in New Castle to the late Everett Gabriel and Mary Catherine Lines. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 27, 2026 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service […] — (Posted February 16, 2026)

Connie Sue Knect Connie Sue Knecht, 72, of rural Connersville, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Reid Health, Connersville. Connie was born in Connersville, Indiana, on September 23, 1953, to Earl and Delsie (Isaacs) Griffith. She was raised in the Calvary Baptist Church, where she was saved and baptized by Reverend Herbert Fitzpatrick, and later was a […] — (Posted February 16, 2026)

Jeffrey Lynn Davis Jeffrey Lynn Davis, 74, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong New Castle resident, Jeff was a proud graduate of the Walter P. Chrysler High School Class of 1970. He was a dedicated employee of the Dana Corporation, where he worked for many years until his retirement, and […] — (Posted February 16, 2026)

Laura “Joyce” Bledsoe Laura “Joyce” Bledsoe, 70, of New Castle, peacefully went home to be with her Lord on Sunday evening, February 15, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. Born on November 29, 1955, in Tracy City, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Edna (Sanders)… — (Posted February 16, 2026)

Larry Denman Johnston Larry Denman Johnston, age 79, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. He was born February 10, 1947 in Dayton, OH to the late John and Virginia Johnston. Larry served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and was awarded the Purple Heart for his bravery. […] — (Posted February 16, 2026)

Brendan J. Wrynn Brendan J. Wrynn, 67, of Connersville, passed away Friday morning, Feb 13, 2026. He was born on Oct 15, 1958 in Brooklyn, New York, one of six children of James J. and Virginia O’Neill Wrynn. He graduated Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School in 1976 and continued on to graduate from Excelsior College in 1979. […] — (Posted February 16, 2026)

Nancy DeWeese CAMBRIDGE CITY- Nancy DeWeese, 81, of Cambridge City, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday morning, February 14th, 2026, while surrounded by her loving family. A daughter of the late Donald Keith and Mary Lucille (Weesner) Bryant, Nancy was born in Dublin, Indiana on August 8th, 1944. A lifelong member of the […] — (Posted February 16, 2026)