Obituaries and Death Notices for Wayne County, Indiana

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)

Karen Sue Vanhoos Karen Sue Vanhoose, 59, of Connersville, passed away Friday morning, February 20, 2026, at her mother’s residence surrounded by her family. One of three children of Denzil Leroy and Willie Sue Taylor McGillem, Karen was born on March 27, 1966, in Connersville. For many years, Karen was a dedicated and familiar face at the Dollar […] — (Posted February 21, 2026)

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Vance E. England Vance E. England, age 94, resident of Richmond from 1966 until 2018, died Tuesday, Feb. 17th, 2026, at St. Ann’s Community Assisted Care facility, in View full obituary — (Posted February 21, 2026)

Edward R. Weaver Edward R. Weaver passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted February 21, 2026)

Stephen E. Moses Stephen E. Moses, age 80, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. He was born on July 22, 1945 in Dayton, OH to the late Ralph and Mary Kathryn (Wachtel) Moses. He was a 1963 graduate of Lanier High School and All-County Basketball Player. […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)

Shawna Marie Thompson Shawna Marie Thompson, 55, of Muncie passed away Monday, February 16, 2026 at her residence. She was born May 15, 1970 in New Castle to Douglas and Patricia (Brown) Perkins. Shawna was a 1988 graduate of Blue River Valley High School. She worked at the Holiday Inn in New Castle and in Florida. Shawna was […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)

Judith L. “Judy” Blankenship Judith L. “Judy” Blankenship, age 85, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 30, 1940 in Boston, IN to the late Theodore “Duke” and Bessie (Jackson) Clark. Judy graduated in 1958 from Gratis High School and was a longtime […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)

Howard Lee Crowell – Howard Lee Crowell, 83, of Richmond, IN passed away Wednesday February 18, 2026, at Brickyard Healthcare. Born August 5, 1942, in Richmond, IN to Kenneth and Mildred Brower Crowell, Howard grew up on Quaker Trace Road, West Alexandria in a house his father built. Later moving to a farm in New Paris, OH, he […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)

Dale W. Jackson RICHMOND, IN– Dale W. Jackson, age 73, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, February 19, 2026, at home surrounded by family. Born September 6, 1952, in Anderson, Indiana, Dale has lived in this community since 1986. Dale served in the U.S. Marine Corp. and U.S. Navy for a total of 12 years. He was Assistant Engineer […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)

Joy A. Wortman Joy A. Wortman passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted February 20, 2026)

David Allen Saunders David Allen Saunders, 75, of New Castle, passed away on February 18, 2026. He was born in Anderson, IN, on July 31, 1950, to the late Ward and Charlene (Kirk) Saunders. Dave’s journey began at a young age when he discovered his passion for flooring. At just 15 years old, he began laying carpet, a […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)

Danny R. Heaston Danny R. Heaston passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted February 20, 2026)

Thomas A. Maurer Thomas A. Maurer passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted February 20, 2026)

Nancy Louise Mason Nancy Louise Mason, 81, of Indianapolis and formerly of Greenfield passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at IU Health Methodist Hospital. She was born March 4, 1944 in New Castle, Indiana to the late Roy E. and Helen Louise (Sorrell) Welsh. Nancy, a proud graduate of Spiceland High School's class of 1962, devoted many […] — (Posted February 19, 2026)

Lonnie Michael “Mike” Mayse Lonnie Michael "Mike" Mayse Jr., age 77, of Greenville, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. He was born on March 21, 1948 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Lonnie and Patricia (Ford) Puterbaugh. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 27 years, Debbie Mayse; […] — (Posted February 19, 2026)

Amparo Lopez The obituary will be posted soon. View full obituary — (Posted February 19, 2026)

Everett Alvin Miller Everett Alvin Miller passed away peacefully at his home in Pendleton, Indiana on February 14, 2026. He was born January 3, 1934, in Mishawaka, Indiana. View full obituary — (Posted February 19, 2026)

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)

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)