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.
William (Bill) Bertsch
William O. Bertsch 88, of Connersvillle, Indiana passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026 . He was born July 5, 1937 in Wayne County, Indiana. He was one of three sons of Arthur and Mildred (Rambo) Bertsch. On August 3, 1958 he married Judith Hormel. They were married for 58 years. She preceded him in […] — (Posted May 15, 2026)
Donald “Don” Cummings
Donald “Don” Cummings, 90, of New Castle passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Henry Community Health. He was born in Clinton County, Kentucky on August 23, 1935, a son of the late John I. and Minnie Lee Garrett Cummings. Don was a 1954 graduate of Straughn High School where he lettered four years […] — (Posted May 15, 2026)
Betty J. Compton
Betty J. Compton age 87, of Eaton, Ohio died Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Greenbrier Care Community in Eaton, Ohio. Betty was born on August 10, 1938, in West Liberty, Kentucky, the daughter of the late James O. & Myrtle Lou (Gibson) Watkins. She has lived in Preble County for most of her life. Preceded […] — (Posted May 15, 2026)
Toni Lynn Ward
Toni Lynn Ward, 72, of New Castle, passed away on May 13, 2026 at Henry Community Hospital. She was born on January 30, 1954, in New Castle, to the late Harry and Virginia Sue (DeHart) Roseberry. A proud 1972 graduate of Blue River High School, Toni embarked on a career at Allegheny Ludlum. Toni possessed […] — (Posted May 15, 2026)
Keith Doub
Franklin Keith Doub, 84, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Thursday afternoon in Hickory Creek Nursing Home where he had been a patient for 15 months. He is the son of Paul Franklin Doub and Claire Ruth Glisson Doub. He was one of three children having an older sister, Janice Lee (Robert) Gough, and younger […] — (Posted May 15, 2026)
Richard Lee Sheffler
Falmouth – Richard Lee Sheffler went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday morning May 12th, 2026, at the age of 92. Lee, as most people knew him, was born in Sullivan County Indiana on January 7th, 1934. He grew up on his parents’ farm in Indiana with his 3 brothers. At Carlisle-Haddon High […] — (Posted May 15, 2026)
Goldie Martin
Goldie Martin passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted May 14, 2026)
Sabra Inalee Neel
Sabra Inalee Neel, 84, of New Castle passed away on Wednesday May 13, 2026, at Stonebrook in New Castle. She was born on October 30, 1941, in New Castle to the late Jesse and Audie (Booher) Ewing. A 1959 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, Sabra enjoyed gardening, canning and crafting. In her earlier […] — (Posted May 14, 2026)
Jeffrey Duncan Knipp
Jeffrey D. Knipp, age 66, passed away May 8th, 2026, at his home in Lynn, Indiana. He was born November 3rd, 1959, in Winchester, Indiana, son of John D. Knipp and Shirley E. Knipp (Ellington). Jeff was a graduate of Northeastern High School, after high school he joined the Navy where he specialized in jet […] — (Posted May 14, 2026)
Sarah Elizabeth Counceller
Sarah Elizabeth Counceller, 34, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 11, 2026. She was born on September 14, 1991 in Connersville to Joseph Counceller and Michelle Pierce Counceller. Sarah graduated from Connersville Senior High School in 2010. In her younger years she worked at Showtime Cinema Movie Theater. She then dedicated her life to waitressing […] — (Posted May 14, 2026)
Dianna J. Selmeyer
Dianna J. Selmeyer, 83, formerly of Sulphur Springs passed away Monday, May 11,2026 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center. She was born December 23, 1942 in New Castle to the late Delbert and Gertrude (Hughes) Hedrick. A lifelong cook, Dianna had worked at the Iron Kettle in Sulphur Springs as well as Bill’s Diner and the Quick […] — (Posted May 13, 2026)
Sarah Jane Latello
In loving memory of Sarah Jane (Coe) Latello, who departed this world on May 8, 2026. Born on May 30, 1974, in Seymour, Indiana, to Paul M. Coe and Judy M. (Farlee) Coe, Sarah lived a life defined by compassion, faith, laughter, and selfless love for others. She was a devoted member of Compass Church […] — (Posted May 13, 2026)
Ronald Lee DeCamp
RICHMOND, IN– Ronald Lee DeCamp, age 88, passed away on May 10, 2026. He was born on March 25, 1938, in Richmond, Indiana, the son of Robert and Sylvia DeCamp. Ron was a 1956 graduate of Richmond High School, where he was honored for attending twelve consecutive years of school without missing a single day. […] — (Posted May 13, 2026)
Gerald Lee Witte
FAIRFIELD, OH – Gerald Lee Witte, age 76, of Fairfield, Ohio, died Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Wells Spring, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Gerald was born August 29, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana, to Richard and Rita Wessel Witte. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and earned an associate’s degree at ITT Institute of Technology. […] — (Posted May 13, 2026)
Sophia Schoonover
While resting peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, the Angels of the Lord escorted Sophia E. Schoonover to Glory. Sophia was born on March 8, 1938, in Manchester, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Reverend Clay J. and Mandy Hacker Byrd. On August 26, 1957, in Rockville, IN, she was united in marriage to Walter […] — (Posted May 13, 2026)
Mary Carolyn Klute
Mary Carolyn Klute, aged 90, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Friends Fellowship Community. Born June 29, 1935, in Richmond, Indiana, to Nellie K Stevens Gahre and Paul G Gahre, Mary Carolyn lived much of her life in Richmond and graduated from Richmond High School in 1953. She attended the University of […] — (Posted May 13, 2026)
Mary Lou Rea
MAYS – Mary Lou Rea, 87, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 10, 2026. Mary Lou was born on February 7, 1939 in Fountain City, Indiana to Paul and Mary (Caldwell) Geise. She spent most of her life living in Rush and Fayette counties. Mary Lou was a class of […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Victoria L. Brand
Victoria “Vickie” Brand; wife, mother, grandmother, musician, caregiver, passed from this world surrounded by family after a brief but courageous battle with lung cancer. Born with a generous and adventurous spirit on the 18th of October, 1953 to Wave and Pattie Christensen, Vickie built a life centered around family. She married the love of […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
W. Clayton Lewis
W. Clayton Lewis, age 89, passed away on May 11, 2026, following an extended illness, surrounded by his family and friends. He was born November 21, 1936, in Clinton County, Kentucky, to Willie R. and Bertie (Cash) Lewis. At the age of seven, Clayton moved with his family to the New Castle area. He graduated […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Mildred Ann Stamm
Mildred Ann Stamm of Connersville passed away in the comfort of her home with her family by her side on Sunday May 10, 2026, at the age of 81. The daughter of the late Harry Underwood and Lucille Clark Underwood Mitchell, she was born in Lawton, Kentucky on July 16, 1944. On November 23, 1963, […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Robert Barrett
RICHMOND- Robert Lee Barrett, 80, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday evening May 10, 2026, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. A son of the late Lucian and Lillian (Remley) Barrett, Robert was born in Richmond, Indiana on June 15, 1945. He grew up in Union County and graduated […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Glenda L. Tuttle
Glenda L. Tuttle, 79, of Connersville, Indiana, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond, surrounded by love. Glenda was born on May 30, 1946, in Connersville, the youngest daughter of Daniel B. and Emily (Rowland) Moore. A proud graduate of Connersville High School, she […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Moxie R. Blakely
Moxie R. Blakely of Connersville passed away on May 9, 2026, at Reid Health Connersville at the age of 78. Moxie is one of four children born to Roy L. Blakely and Lois Christine Steele Blakely Richardson. He was born on September 22, 1947, in Connersville. In 1990, Moxie was united in marriage to the […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Kristen Martina Bowers
Kristen Martina Bowers, 35, of New Castle passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Henry Community Hospital. She was born on February 26, 1991, in New Castle to Horacio Pinon and Kelly (Salyers) Huffines. A loving mother to Jaxten, a loyal friend to many. Kristen enjoyed being with family and helping others. She was […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Beth (Widau) Maucere
Beth (Widau) Maucere, 56, passed on April 29, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Beth was born on June 20, 1969, to Frank Widau, preceding her in death in 1990, and Wilma (Widau) Murray. She grew up in Richmond, Indiana, and graduated from Richmond High School in 1987. During her time at RHS, Beth […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Lois Virgina Ludlow
Lois Virginia Ludlow (née Aders), 96, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, in Traverse City surrounded by the love of a family she spent a lifetime nurturing. Born on August 25, 1929, in Montezuma, Indiana, Lois lived a life as rich and varied as the many places she called home — from Bermuda to […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Gene E. Kelley
Gene E. Kelley passed away at home, surrounded by his family, on May 10th, 2026. He was born on July 20th, 1946, in Terre Haute, Indiana, the son of Earl and Wilma Kelley. Gene resided in Richmond, Indiana since 1967. He graduated in 1964 from Gershmeyer High School in Terre Haute, Indiana. Gene was employed […] — (Posted May 12, 2026)
Linda Sue Becker
Linda S. Becker, aged 69, of Wellington, FL, passed away peacefully on May 11th, 2026. She was born November 11th, 1956 in Louisville, KY. Linda was a crop consultant in Florida that advised many farmers throughout her career. She was well loved and had many friends; and she dearly loved all her pets. She was […] — (Posted May 11, 2026)