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.

Reginald L. Davis Reginald L. Davis passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted May 11, 2026)

Connie Lane Workman Connie Lane Workman, 77, a resident of New Castle, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born December 31, 1948 in Muncie to the late Paul Smith and Betty (Horner) Bell. Connie was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses in New Castle. Her hobbies included making […] — (Posted May 11, 2026)

Carolyn L. Shade Carolyn L. Shade, age 78, of Eaton OH passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Vancrest of Eaton Healthcare Center. She was born September 26, 1947 in Hamilton, OH. Carolyn was a 1967 graduate of Eaton High School. She worked at Dayton Flex (Baxter) Company in Eaton for 25 years; and later worked in […] — (Posted May 11, 2026)

Dustin Reffitt It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dustin Keith Reffitt on May 7th, 2026. Dustin was 33 years old and lived in Richmond Indiana on and off throughout his life, as well as Florida and Ohio. He was born January 22nd, 1993. He went to Northeastern Jr/Sr High School. He was […] — (Posted May 11, 2026)

Sondra Sue Garris Sondra Sue Garris, 84, of Knightstown passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026 at her residence. She was born on February 6, 1942 in New Castle, Indiana to the late Woodrow and Lola (Gilbert) Porter. She was a 1960 graduate of Knightstown High School. Sondra worked at P. R. Mallory in Greenfield then went to R. […] — (Posted May 10, 2026)

Robert Eugene “Bob” Hill Robert Eugene “Bob” Hill, 77, passed away from Alzheimer’s on May 9, 2026. He was born December 21, 1948, in San Angelo, Texas, to BJ and Doris Hill, the oldest of four siblings. Bob graduated from Walt Whitman High School and went on to study at Baylor University and Arizona State University. In the summer […] — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Judy Lowe CAMBRIDGE CITY- Judith A. “Judy” Lowe of Cambridge City, Indiana went to be with the Lord on Friday morning, May 8, 2026 surrounded by family after a brief illness. Judy was born to Laura K. (Marshall) Gard and William “Bill” O. Harris Sr. on September 11, 1952, in Richmond, Indiana. She was a 1970 Graduate […] — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Alma Bowman CAMBRIDGE CITY- Alma Jean Bowman, 95, passed away late Friday evening May 8, 2026 at Ambassador Health Care in Centerville, Indiana. A daughter of the late Lester Cheek and Rachel (Elam) Cheek-Rauthe, Alma was born in Knox County, Kentucky on December 5, 1930. Alma lived most of her life in the Cambridge City community and […] — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Judith G. Jessee Judith G. Jessee, 84, of New Castle passed away on Saturday May 9, 2026, at The Willows of New Castle. She was born on July 8, 1941, in Bartley, WV, a daughter of the late Harmon and Lena (Alexander) Gregory. A homemaker, Judy enjoyed shopping, eating at Top Hat, and hosting family and friends in […] — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Guin E. Chapman Guin E. Chapman, 86, of Knightstown passed away Friday, May 8, 2026 at her residence. She was born July 17, 1939 in Soldier, Kentucky to the late Wilford and Bessie (Masters) Roseberry. Guin graduated from Knightstown High School in 1959 and began her career at Western Electric, where she worked for over 15 years until […] — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Robert Louis Hough Robert Louis Hough, 72, of Losantville, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at home. He was born on October 12, 1953, in Beech Grove, Indiana, a son of the late Jerry L. and Jacqueline (Miggenburg) Hough. Robert was a 1969 graduate of Warren Central High School and proudly se… — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Dustin Flanigan Dustin Lee Flanigan "BUBBA", 39, passed away on May 6, 2026, at I.U. Health, University Hospital in Indianapolis surrounded by the love of his family. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend whose kindness, laughter, and adventurous spirit touched so many lives. He loved spending time outdoors, going to concerts, hunting. camping, four-wheeling, […] — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Terry L. Lewis Obituary and Arrangements Pending — (Posted May 9, 2026)

LaDonna S. Clark LaDonna S. Clark, 80, of Centerville, passed away on May 8, 2026. She was born on January 24, 1946 to the late Cliford Earl and Nora Ida Rooker Thompson. She graduated from Belle Union High School in Putnam County, Indiana. She was employed as a cook with several hometown establishments. She enjoyed cooking, horseback riding, […] — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Michael E. Lykins Michael Eugene Lykins, 68 of Connersville passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. He was born on March 4, 1958, in Connersville to Denver Lykins and Dorothy Drew Lykins. Michael had attended Crosspointe Biker Church in Connersville. He was happiest when he was working with his hands or spending time with those he loved. He […] — (Posted May 9, 2026)

Robin L. Wisehart Robin L. “Rob” Wisehart, 69, of New Castle passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026. He was born on August 30, 1956, in New Castle to the late Luther and Marcia (Harwood) Wisehart. Rob was a 1975 graduate of Knightstown High School, where he lettered in Chess and won the state Chess Championship. He worked […] — (Posted May 8, 2026)

Glen E. Pollitt Glen E. Pollitt, 76, a lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away Thursday morning, May 7, 2026, at Caroleton Manor. Born July 14, 1949, Glen was one of ten children born to Harold and Mary Catherine Dye Pollitt. He was a 1969 graduate of Connersville High School. For many years, Glen worked as an upholsterer at […] — (Posted May 8, 2026)

Kletis D. Horton Kletis D. Horton, 81, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, May 6, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.She was born September 27, 1944, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Samuel “Tillman” and Mabel Irene (Hudson) Brown.Kl… — (Posted May 8, 2026)

Gary Owen Davis Gary Owen Davis, 73, of Cambridge City, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, surrounded by family. Gary was born on November 9, 1952, in Richmond and was raised in the rural communities of Milton and Cambridge City, where he developed a lifelong appreciation for hard work, open land, and the quiet rhythms of a […] — (Posted May 8, 2026)

Britney Nicole West Britney Nicole "Nikki" West, 44, of Troy, IL, born June 11, 1981, in Muncie, IN and passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Troy, IL. Nikki enjoyed watching a good movie and listening to music. She loved her family and friends, and enjoyed the times spent together. She was preceded in death by her […] — (Posted May 7, 2026)

Kletis D. Horton Kletis D. Horton, 81, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, May 6, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born September 27, 1944, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Samuel “Tillman” and Mabel Irene (Hudson) Brown…. — (Posted May 7, 2026)

Anna Rose Cain Anna Rose Puckett Cain, 95 of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. She was born on October 10, 1930 in Camptaylor, Kentucky to Zacriah Taylor Puckett and Mary Frances Purvis. On September 18, 1946, she married Levi Cain in Berea, Kentucky. They were able to spend 61 years […] — (Posted May 7, 2026)

Cornelia Merrill RICHMOND, IN.- Cornelia Merrill, 106, of Richmond, (formerly of Indianapolis) passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. She was born on October 3, 1919 to the late Dante Lehew and Natalia Quick Conner. She was a 1941 graduate of Butler University with degrees in Chemistry and Zoology. She was a member of the Kappa Kappa […] — (Posted May 7, 2026)

Theresa Terri Cochran Theresa “Terri” Cochran passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in the comfort of her home with her family by her side at the age of 80. Terri is the daughter of the late Wayne and Joan Rambo Goetz. She was born on February 23, 1946, in Connersville, IN. Terri was a lifelong member of […] — (Posted May 7, 2026)

Rosamary Thornburg Rosemary Thornburg, 73, of New Paris, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 5. She was born October 5, 1952, in Fairmont, West Virginia, to Wesley S. and Mary E. (Long) Harvey. Rosemary was proud of her West Virginia roots and especially proud to be known as a coal miner’s daughter. Rosemary […] — (Posted May 7, 2026)

Sandra Freeman Sandra K. Freeman, 63, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday evening, May 3, at the home of her daughter. She was born on November 30, 1962, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to Ronald Lee and Phyllis B. Painter Fojtik. Sandra was raised in Connersville, Indiana and spent most of her adult life between Centerville […] — (Posted May 7, 2026)

Ruth Ellen Dunlap Ruth Ellen Dunlap, lovingly known as Ruthie, Mama, and Grandma, was the matriarch of the Dunlap clan. Ruth Ellen was born to Maria Thorn Hollingsworth and Cyrus Hollingsworth. She was the younger sister of Max Hollingsworth and Thomas Hollingsworth. A lifelong lover of the arts, Ruthie graduated from Lynn, Indiana, in 1950, where she was […] — (Posted May 6, 2026)

Robert Michael Betters It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Betters, who departed this world unexpectedly after a short illness on May 1, 2026. Born May 22, 1940, in Washington D.C., Robert, affectionately known as Bob, lived a long and rich life. Bob was the cherished son of the late Albert and Marian […] — (Posted May 6, 2026)

Esther R. Roth Esther Ruth Lavy Roth, of Ansonia, Ohio, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 78 years old. Esther was first and foremost a devout Christian. She had a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and relied on Him for her salvation. She has been reunited with Christ and will […] — (Posted May 6, 2026)

Donald Ray Groce Donald “Don” Ray Groce, 85, passed away on April 24, 2026, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born on June 24, 1960, in New Castle to Roy and Helen Groce. Don graduated from Blue River Valley High School in 1978. He dedicated much of his life to his craft, working in […] — (Posted May 6, 2026)