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.
Samuel “Sam” Huddleston Samuel “Sam” Huddleston, 78, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. Sam was born on November 3, 1947, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Clyde Huddleston Jr. and Hannah Viola (Woolard… — (Posted January 16, 2026)
Douglas A. Neace Douglas A. Neace, age 61 of Eaton, Ohio unexpectedly passed on Wednesday evening, January 14, 2026, at his residence. Born on September 21, 1964, in Xenia, Greene County, Ohio, he was the son of the late Don M. Neace & Carolyn E. (Combs) Neace Rodeffer. He was a 1984 Eaton High Graduate. Member of the […] — (Posted January 15, 2026)
Theodore “Ted” Bostick Theodore B. Bostick, 87 of Liberty, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. He was born on November 14, 1938, at home View full obituary — (Posted January 15, 2026)
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Mary Ann Centers Mary Ann Centers was called home to be with the Lord on January 15, 2026.  Born Mary Ann Caplinger on May 1, 1932 in West Union, Ohio to Adrienne and Albert Caplinger. She was the eldest of seven children.  She professed her life to Christ at an early age and was a faithful servant to […] — (Posted January 15, 2026)
Mel Risch Melvon “Mel” John Risch, 95, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, at his home. One of six children of Harry and Alma Fink Risch, Melvon was born on November 15, 1930, in Connersville and was a 1949 graduate of Bentonville High School. […] — (Posted January 15, 2026)
William Ramon Wooten William Ramon Wooten, 54, of Portland passed away on Friday January 9, 2026. He was born on March 14, 1971, in Rushville. Bill was a private contractor who worked on vehicles and electronics. In his spare time, he enjoyed riding bicycles and watching baseball. Bill is survived by his sons Corey (Shiloh Green) Wooten of […] — (Posted January 15, 2026)
Dennis Keith Moore Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted January 14, 2026)
Steven Devon Hill Steven Devon Hill, 61, of Lynn, passed away on Tuesday evening, January 13, at Friends Fellowship Community in Richmond. Steve was born in Richmond, Indiana on February 26, 1964, the second son of Charles R. “Pete” & Sondra Sue Halstead Hill. In some ways, Downs Syndrome limited Steve but he compensated and lived a full, […] — (Posted January 14, 2026)
Patricia L. Brandenburg Patricia Louise Brandenburg, 74 of Richmond, passed away January 14, 2026, at Rosebud Village. She was born May 19, 1951, in Richmond to Lester and View full obituary — (Posted January 14, 2026)
William Doyle Amyx William Doyle Amyx, 93, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 13, 2026, at Heritage House of Connersville. One of the children of William Riley and Sally Amyx, Doyle was born on September 29, 1932, in Jackson County, Kentucky. He graduated from local schools and later graduated from Barber College following an eight-month program. A […] — (Posted January 14, 2026)
Donna Jean Duff Donna J. Duff, 89, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Henry Community Health. She was born June 27, 1936 in Cambridge City, Indiana to the late Perry Edward and Martha Maxine (Hutchinson) Close. Donna was a 1954 graduate of Cambridge City High School and then attended Earlham College where she also […] — (Posted January 14, 2026)
Jack Lee Orr Jacky “Jack” Lee Orr, age 91, of New Castle IN, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026 in Dale, IN. He was born on September 17, 1934, in Ash Flat, Arkansas, to the late Samuel Melvin Orr and Vista Orr in the same home where his father had been born. He was the youngest of six […] — (Posted January 14, 2026)
John Miller John Miller John Wilson Miller, born on October 27, 1930, in Cambridge City, Indiana, passed away on November 29, 2025, at the age of 95, surrounded by family. John was a beloved husband, father and a dedicated businessman who cherished his family above all else. John graduated from Michigan State University in 1952, where he met his […] — (Posted January 14, 2026)
Vicki Lee Clevenger Jones Vicki Lee Clevenger Jones passed away at home on January 12, 2026. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on June 25, 1953, to Ralph (Bud) and Maxine Clevenger. Vicki was a 1971 graduate of Lincoln High School and lived in Wayne County all of her life. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, […] — (Posted January 14, 2026)
Ale Junior Boyatt Ale “Junior” Boyatt, 89, of rural Mooreland and formerly of Springport passed away Monday, January 12, 2026 at IU Health Ball Hospital. He was born February 21, 1936 in Shoopman, Kentucky to the late Jimmie and Lee Etta (Phillips) Boyatt. Junior, affectionately known as Pappy by those who loved him, grew up in the close-knit […] — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Doreen Lee Vickers 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 January 13, 2026)
Christopher Zero Delucio Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Steven Taylor King WILLIAMSBURG, Ind. – Steven Taylor King, age 74, of Williamsburg, Indiana, passed away suddenly Saturday, January 10, 2026, at his home. Born October 23, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, to Roy Taylor and Dorothy Lee King, Steve lived in the Richmond area his whole life. He was third generation owner of King Brothers Rodeo, and a […] — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Ronald P. Graf CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Ronald P. Graf, age 85, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, January 12, 2026, at Reid Health. Born January 17, 1940, to Wilbur and Ann Krizman Graf, Ronald lived in Richmond and Centerville most of his life. He is a graduate of St. Joseph High School in South Bend, Indiana and received his […] — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Walter Rogers    Visitation for Walter Rogers is from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 15, at the Smith-McQuiston & Webster Funeral Home, 321 US 27 South, Fountain City.    A celebration of life will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 15 at that funeral home. Interment will follow in Goshen Cemetery north of […] — (Posted January 13, 2026)
William “Bill” Farley William “Bill” Farley, 95, of New Castle, passed away, January 11, 2026, at his residence.Survivors include his devoted wife of 50 years, Josephine “Jo” (Jones) Farley; sons, Kirk (Deb) Farley, and Kyle Farley; daughters, Bev (Charlie) Carr, Lisa (Rick) Mustaine, and Vicky Hattle… — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Carol Corbin Carol Corbin of Liberty, IN passed away on Tuesday January 13, 2026 while a resident of Envive of Liberty at the age of 81. She View full obituary — (Posted January 13, 2026)
LaVelle “Vontae” A. Clinton LaVelle A. Clinton, 20, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on January 8, 2026. He was born December 20, 2005 in Richmond, Indiana to Bryjett Johnson View full obituary — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Clara J. Myers Clara J. Myers, age 94, of Somerville, OH passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 at Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties in Franklin. She was born April 2, 1931 in Grafton, WV to the late William L. and Bessie Mildred (Renshaw) Hinkston. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and GG. In addition to her […] — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Randol A. Wolf Randol Wolf of Liberty, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on Friday January 9, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond. Randol was born on December 25, View full obituary — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Bruce E. Miles MUNCIE, Ind. – Bruce E. Miles, age 69, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at his home. Visitation for Bruce E. Miles will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 16, 2026, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 16, […] — (Posted January 13, 2026)
Tamara “Tammy” J Burgess Tamara “Tammy” Burgess (Durham), age 65, passed away peacefully on Sun., Jan. 11, 2026, in Richmond, IN. Born October 29, 1960, in Richmond, IN. Tammy View full obituary — (Posted January 12, 2026)
William E. “Bill” Farley William “Bill” Farley, 95, of New Castle, passed away Sunday morning, January 11, 2026, at his residence after a relentless eight-year battle with cancer. He was born April 15, 1930, in East Chicago, Indiana, the son of the late Okie Sr. and Elsie (Kirk) Farley. He grew up in Ch… — (Posted January 12, 2026)
Don Lamb Don Allen Lamb, 72, of Noblesville, Indiana, and formerly of Connersville, passed away Sunday morning of January 11, 2026, following a courageous 3-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. Don was born on August 5, 1953, in Rushville, Indiana, to Don W. and Betty J. (Ross) Lamb. He was a 1971 graduate of Connersville High School and completed the […] — (Posted January 12, 2026)
Mary E. Ashwell Mary Elizabeth Ashwell, 80, of Eaton, OH and formerly of Lewisburg, Ohio died, Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born on June 17, 1945 in Dayton, Ohio, daughter of the late Alonzo Willard & Helen (Jordan) Ashwell. Preceded in death by her Sisters: Maybell “Jeanie” Ashwell and Betty Jane Reeves Survived […] — (Posted January 12, 2026)