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.
Barbara Carol Muncy Barbara Carol Muncy, 80, of Eaton, Ohio, died Thursday, November 20, 2025 in Eaton. Born on November 7, 1945 in Dayton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Russell E. and Erma F. (Mullins) McCarty. Barbara was a Lanier Township High School graduate and had attended the Eaton Baptist Temple. She had worked at […] — (Posted November 21, 2025)
Robert Lee Moore Robert Lee Moore, formerly of Connersville, passed away on Friday November 21, 2025, at Fairway Village in Indianapolis at the age of 93. Robert was View full obituary — (Posted November 21, 2025)
Agnes Fisher   MILTON- Agnes R (Barker) Fisher, 82, passed away Thursday evening November 20, 2025 in New Castle, Indiana. She was born November 17th , 1943, in Richmond, Indiana. Raised by her aunt, Deloris Craig, who helped her raise her daughters until her death on September 11, 1982. Throughout the years, Agnes held many different occupations. […] — (Posted November 21, 2025)
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Betty Davis Betty R. Davis, 91, passed away peacefully at Arbor Trace Senior Living in Richmond, IN on November 15, 2025, surrounded by her two daughters and one granddaughter. Betty was born in Pioneer, Tennessee on August 4, 1934, to the late William Riley and Emma (Childress) Musgrove. At the young age of sixteen, Betty married George […] — (Posted November 21, 2025)
Dara Lynn Farley Dara Lynn Farley passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted November 20, 2025)
James H. Hoover James H. Hoover passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted November 20, 2025)
Cathy L. Marion Cathy L. (House) Marion, age 75 of Eaton, Ohio went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Born on September 29, 1950 in Dayton, Ohio. She graduated from Eaton High School in 1968 and Sinclair Community College in 1990. Cathy worked as Paramedic for Harrison Township in Montgomery County, Good Samaritan Hospital […] — (Posted November 20, 2025)
Charles Kiplinger Charles “Kip” Kiplinger, 71, of Morgan City, Alabama, passed away on Sunday November 9, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Kip was born on January 31, 1954, in New Castle, Indiana, to Joseph and Lela Kiplinger. He was the fourth of six children. Some of Kip’s fondest childhood memories were of working on his Uncle […] — (Posted November 20, 2025)
Franklin R. Hartsock Franklin R. “Frank” Hartsock, 93, of Cambridge City, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. He was born in Travellers Rest, Kentucky on November 17, 1932 to Walker and Cynthia (Hale) Hartsock. He married Sue Schwab on July 9, 1960. Frank worked for Philco/Visteon Ford for over 39 years as […] — (Posted November 20, 2025)
Katherine McCoy Katherine L. McCoy, 84, of Richmond, passed away on November 17, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. She was born August 30, 1941, in Richmond View full obituary — (Posted November 19, 2025)
George Robert “Bob” Curtis George Robert “Bob” Curtis, 91, of Luray passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at IU Health Ball Hospital. He was born December 31, 1933 in Muncie to the late John Jackson and Lillie Mae (Humes) Curtis. He is survived by his daughters, Kathy (Randy) Lucas and Pam Hammond; grandchildren, Eric Hammond (Misty), Heather (Andrew) Sebold, […] — (Posted November 19, 2025)
Rachel Renée Jordan It is with deep sadness that we share the unexpected passing of Rachel Renée Jordan, age 48, Richmond, IN on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Born June 25th, 1977, at Reid Memorial hospital in Richmond, IN to Susan Kay Seasongood Thomson (Ron) and Mark Jonathan Jordan, Rachel was welcomed home by her loving parents to Connersville, […] — (Posted November 19, 2025)
Brenda G. Glaub RICHMOND, IN– Brenda G. Glaub, age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born January 18, 1945, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Delbert and Gloria Faye Smith Wagers, Brenda has lived in this community for over 30 years. She was a homemaker and previously worked at Philco Ford and […] — (Posted November 19, 2025)
Joy Moore Joy Moore of Richmond passed away on Tuesday November 18, 2025, with her family by her side at the age of 69. Joy was born View full obituary — (Posted November 19, 2025)
William H. Thornburg William H. “Bill” Thornburg, 91, of Spiceland, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Glen Oaks Health Campus. He was born on July 12, 1934, in Rushville, IN to the late William Seth and Thelma Irene (Rummel) Thornburg. Bill proudly served in the United States Army in the 11th Airborne. He worked at Ford […] — (Posted November 19, 2025)
Lois Ruth Roberts Lois Ruth Roberts, 96, of Connersville, passed away Monday afternoon, November 17, 2025. Born January 28, 1929, in Connersville, Lois was one of three children born to Leo and Hazel Hillman Pohlman. She attended Milton School and graduated from Harrisburg High School in 1947. Lois married John M. Roberts on November 29, 1947, at the […] — (Posted November 19, 2025)
Alva Ray “Jr.” Powell Alva Ray “Jr.” Powell, 79, of Richmond, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, at Forest Park Health Campus. He was born to the late View full obituary — (Posted November 19, 2025)
Regina Bryant Regina Bryant, age 76, passed away at Forest Park Health Campus, November 14, 2025. She was born June 3, 1949, the daughter of Elwood and View full obituary — (Posted November 19, 2025)
William D. Martin William D. Martin, 86 of New Paris, OH went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Austin Trace Health and Rehabilitation in Centerville, Ohio. Born on August 31, 1939, in Wayne County, Indiana he was the son of the late William D. & Maxine (Fleagle) Martin. William worked as a board […] — (Posted November 19, 2025)
Hershel Bige Meadows Hershel Bige Meadows passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Phyllis Jean Adams CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Phyllis Jean Adams, age 81, formerly of Abington, Indiana, died Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Magnolia Springs Senior Living in Loveland, Ohio, surrounded by family. Born February 28, 1944, in Fayette County, Indiana, to James Luke and Mary Jane Hilderbrand Ramey, Phyllis was a life-long resident of this area. She was a […] — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Charles Eugene Watson Charles Eugene Watson, 82, walked into Heaven on November 14, 2025, surrounded by his family. He married his loving wife of 60 years, Lois Anita View full obituary — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Candy Jo Harlan Candy Jo Harlan, age 56, a lifelong Connersville resident passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at IU Methodist Hospital. One of ten children, Candy was born on January 20, 1969, the daughter of the late Donald and Shirley Simmons Rowe. She was married to Eldon G. “Butch” Gaddis Sr., who preceded her in death […] — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Michael Walton Michael Lynn Walton, born July 25, 1946, aged 79 years, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, with loved ones by his side in Cape Coral, Florida. Born as the second of three sons to George and Kathleen Walton in Greencastle, IN, he was preceded in death by them and his older brother Don. Mike […] — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Charles “Charlie” Russell Charles E. Russell of Connersville passed away on November 14, 2025, at Reid Healthcare in Richmond at the age of 68. Charlie was born in View full obituary — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Roy “Sonny” Esco Denney Roy “Sonny” Esco Denney, 85, of Middletown passed away Monday, November 17th. He was born October 19, 1940, in Savage, KY to the late Edgar and Edith “Dorothy” (Catron) Denney. Sonny was a 1960 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High school and was employed with Delco Remy for 37 years. He served in the army […] — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Kurt Noyan Bergman Kurt Noyan Bergman, 72, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Monday morning, November 17, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. One of four children of Orville and Roberta Burton Bergman, Kurt was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on August 11, 1953, and was a 1972 graduate of Decatur Central High […] — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Phyllis “Gayle” Ratliff Phyllis “Gayle” Ratliff, 86, of New Castle passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Asencion St. Vincent in Indianapolis. She was born March 5, 1939 in New Castle to the late Henry Clay and Blanche (Marlatt) Bavender. Gayle retired from New Castle Community School Corporation after 30 years of service. She was treasurer and assistant […] — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Melody A. Lee Melody Lee, 64, of New Castle passed away Monday, November 17, 2025 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born February 22, 1961 in New Castle to the late Ronald and Brenda Beach. She is survived by her husband, Jeff; a son, Dustin Troxell; stepchildren, Angie Lee, Nikki, Shannon Lee, Michelle Lee and Mary; […] — (Posted November 18, 2025)
Sarah Katherine Johnson May Sarah Katherine May, 89, of Richmond, died Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Reid Health. She was born on October 8, 1936, in Henry County to View full obituary — (Posted November 18, 2025)