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.

Jessika Feltz Jessika N. Feltz Artist. Advocate. Dreamer. Light. Some people move quietly through the world. Jessika Nikole Feltz didn’t just move — she designed a life full of color, texture, and music, crafting every moment as if it were a masterpiece. Jessika, age 43, passed away at home on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, after a courageous […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Laurie A. Warholak Laurie A. Warholak, 55, of Vevay passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Hancock Regional Hospital. She was born May 25, 1970 in Indianapolis, the daughter of David Peter and Mary Catherine (Spearing) Warholak. Laurie was a 1988 graduate of Manuel High School in Indianapolis. She was employed at Indianapolis Office Supply for 14 years […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Brenda Turner Brenda S. Turner, 62, of Richmond, passed away on Monday evening, February 9. Brenda was born in Richmond, Indiana, on September 12, 1963, the daughter of Joseph & Betty Pierce Edwards. Brenda was proud of her long career as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She loved to create by crocheting and drawing. She also enjoyed dancing […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

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Velma J. Webb Velma J. Webb, 93, passed away on February 10, 2026. She was born June 24, 1932 in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Genrty Cox and View full obituary — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Dale T. Moberly Dale T. Moberly, age 90, of Eaton, OH passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, February 9, 2026 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton. He was born September 5, 1935 in Berea, KY to the late William T. and Helen (Henderson) Moberly. Dale was a 1954 graduate of Eaton High School. […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Ron Baker Ronald Lee Baker, 74, of Everton, Indiana, passed away Sunday evening, February 8, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. The only child of Milford C. and Helen Wilson Baker, Ron was born on April 24, 1951, in Ronceverte, West Virginia. As a child, he moved to Connersville with his family and was […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Robert Sanders New Castle – Robert “Bo” Steven Sanders, 30, passed away at his mothers home on Sunday, February 8th, 2026. A son of Sebrina Noel Johns and Robert Thomas Sanders, Bo was born in New Castle, Indiana on December 1st, 1995. He grew up and was raised in the Hagerstown/Greens Fork communities and attended school in […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Alice Gibbs CONNERSVILLE – Alice Gibbs, 84, passed away the morning of January 4, 2026, at Majestic Care of Connersville. A daughter of the late Allison and Anna (Smith) Leavitt, Alice was born on March 26th, 1941, in Richmond, Indiana. Alice lived in California for a significant period of her life, where she worked as a housekeeper […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Ida Winningham Alene Winningham, 89 of rural New Castle, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026 at her home, following a brief illness. Alene was born May 15, 1936 in Cabell, Wayne County Kentucky, the daughter of Willie Ray and Myrtie (Jones) Weston. She was a 1954 graduate of New Castle High School. She married Bruce Winningham on […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Rebecca Luna Rebecca Lee Luna, 64, of New Castle, passed away February 5, 2026, at her home. She was born October 29, 1961, in New Castle, Indiana to Theo and Mary Helen (Crabtree) Lee. Becky was a homemaker. Becky is survived by her husband Gilbert Luna, whom she married August 29, 2009, son Eric Lawson of New […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Henry Holthouser Sr. Henry Holthouser Sr., 63, of New Castle passed away on Friday February 6, 2026. He was born on June 18, 1962, in Anderson, IN to the late Gilbert and Bernice Holthouser. Known for being a generous man, Henry would give the shirt off his back to help family or friends in need. He loved his […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Marilyn Roberts Marilyn Roberts, 92, of Brownsburg, formerly of New Castle, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026. She was born December 7, 1933, in New Castle to John W. and Virgie (Gard) Shopp. Marilyn was a homemaker who enjoyed crocheting, sewing clothing and was a rock collector. Marilyn is survived by daughters Vickie (Billy) Blaylock of Tennessee, […] — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Nolan Dale Stuffel Nolan Dale Stuffel passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted February 10, 2026)

Patricia Waskom Patricia (Pat Ballard) Waskom, daughter of Jack Edgar Ballard and Frances Marie (Johnson) Ballard and widow of Larry Lee Waskom, passed away on February 7, 2026. Patricia was born on November 25, 1946 in Fayette County, Bentonville, Indiana. Patricia graduated form Lincoln High School with the Class of 1964. She retired from Verizon after […] — (Posted February 9, 2026)

David Bruce Groce David Bruce Groce, 60, of Midland, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 8, 2026. He was born in New Castle on April 26, 1965, to Roy and Helen (Dick) Groce. David was a proud 1985 graduate of Blue River Valley Jr/Sr High school and one of his proudest accomplishments was his […] — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Debra Joan Tinkle Debra “Debbie” J. Tinkle, 77, formerly of rural Knightstown passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Franciscan Hospice House. She was born October 14, 1948 in New Castle to the late Gilbert M. and Juanita L. (Kennedy) Kriner. Debbie graduated from New Castle High School then pursued her passion for hair at beauty college in […] — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Donald S. Clark RICHMOND, Ind. – Donald S. Clark, age 63, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, February 6, 2026. He was born October 6, 1962, in Richmond, Indiana, to Carroll Vaughn and Donna Marie Showalter Clark. Donald formerly worked at PRC, Papa John’s, The Iron Skillet, and Houston Manufacturing. He treasured spending time with his family and was […] — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Leroy Smith Leroy Smith, 95, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, February 6, 2026, at Addison Place, surrounded by compassionate care.He was born on March 10, 1930, in Oxford, Ohio, a son of the late Roy and Ethel (Eucks) Smith. Leroy was a proud graduate of Cadiz High S… — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Philip Lester Borders Philip Lester Borders, age 90, passed away on February 7, 2026, at Berman Commons Assisted Living Center in Dunwoody, Georgia. Philip was born on July 25, 1935, in Bloomfield, Indiana, the son of Robert Borders and Edna Mae (Lester) Borders. Phil married the love of his life, Wilma, in Greencastle, Indiana, in 1957. Together they […] — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Theresa Gale Bryant Theresa Gale Bryant, 71, of Laurel passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Reid Health of Richmond. She was born on August 25, 1954, in Rushville, Indiana, the daughter of Alfred Napier and Flora Bryant and she was a graduate of Laurel High School. For over ten years, Theresa was a cook and assisted in […] — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Rev. Charles “Charlie” Devon Riggs Rev. Charles Devon “Charlie” Riggs, 85, of New Castle passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at his home. He was born October 3, 1940 in New Castle to the late Milford and Mary Mossaline (Kendall) Riggs. Charlie proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. A man of deep faith […] — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Roy B. Mitchem Roy B. Mitchem, 79, of Connersville, passed away Saturday morning, February 7, 2026, at Heritage House. One of the children of Homer B. and Ada “Lizzy” E. Bergen Mitchem, Roy was born on August 18, 1946, in Crumpler, West Virginia. On June 28, 1969, Roy was united in marriage in First United Methodist Church to […] — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Harold “Beanie” Pollitt Harold “Beanie” Pollitt of Janesville, WI (formerly of Connersville, IN) was surrounded by family when he left this world on February 7, 2026. He was View full obituary — (Posted February 9, 2026)

Leroy Smith Leroy Smith, 95, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, February 6, 2026, at Addison Place, surrounded by compassionate care. He was born on March 10, 1930, in Oxford, Ohio, a son of the late Roy and Ethel (Eucks) Smith. Leroy was a proud graduate of Cadiz High… — (Posted February 8, 2026)

Wanda Kay Ketron Wanda Kay Ketron, age 85 of Eaton, Ohio passed on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Greenbriar Care Community in Eaton, surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and gentle strength that will be cherished for generations to come. Born on January 30, 1941, in Baltimore, Ohio she was […] — (Posted February 8, 2026)

Dennis W. Lindsey Dennis Lindsey, age 86, of New Castle, IN passed away at home on February 6, 2026 with his wife, Myra Kaye Williams Lindsey at his side. Dennis was born at home on his parents’ farm in Losantville, IN. He is survived by his wife, Kaye, his daughters, Cheryl K. Bennett and Jan Lindsey, and his […] — (Posted February 7, 2026)

Steve Clark Mr. Steven Boyd Clark, 71, of Fountain City, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday morning, February 5. Steve was born on August 3, 1954, and was the son of Boyd and Ceinwen Phelps Clark. He was a 1972 graduate of Northeastern High School and a 1973 graduate of the Nashville Auto & […] — (Posted February 7, 2026)

Michael Wayne Cooper Michael Wayne “Mike” Cooper, 69, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Reid Health of Richmond. One of three children of Wayne and Joan Boles Cooper, Mike was born September 15, 1956, in Greenfield, Indiana. He attended Rushville High School until his family moved to the family farm in Connersville, where he graduated […] — (Posted February 7, 2026)

Paul Eugene “Gene” Schneider Paul (Gene) Eugene Schneider passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted February 7, 2026)

Tobias “Toby” Jerome Lingg Tobias (Toby) Jerome Lingg of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away peacefully Thursday morning February 5, 2026 at IU West of Avon Indiana. He was born on January 1, 1965 in Connersville, Indiana, the son of the late Louis E. and Joan C. Lingg and was the eighth of nine children. He graduated from Connersville High School […] — (Posted February 7, 2026)