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.
Danny Evans Daniel “Danny” Allen Evans, 60, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday evening, November 12, 2025 at Reid Health in Connersville. One of eight children of Robert R. and Norma L. Copple Evans, Danny was born in Connersville on January 1, 1965, and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1983. On November 24, 1985, Danny […] — (Posted November 14, 2025)
Carol Elizabeth Orschell Born June 19th, 1940, in Irwin, Pennsylvania, to the late Ellen Smith Steiner & Dwight Moody Steiner, Carol, at the age of 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12th at her home. She was recently diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer. Carol was one of two children. She attended school in Cheektowaga, New […] — (Posted November 14, 2025)
Patricia Ann “Patty” Lawson Patricia Ann “Patty” Lawson, 77 of Richmond, died at her home on November 12, 2025. She was born in Richmond on March 21, 1948, to View full obituary — (Posted November 13, 2025)
Chad James Duarte Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted November 13, 2025)
Frank A. Rivers Frank A. Rivers, age 66, of New Lebanon, OH and formerly of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH. He was born November 8, 1959 in Dayton, OH to Frank P. Rivers and the late Charlotte (Hall) Rivers. Frank was a U.S. Army Veteran. In addition […] — (Posted November 13, 2025)
Jayne Stoffer Jayne M. Stoffer, 71, of New Castle, passed away Monday, November 10, 2025, at Henry Community Health. She was born September 20, 1954, in New Castle. Jayne was a 1972 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School. She was a deputy clerk for the Henry Township Trustee and later worked as a deputy clerk for […] — (Posted November 13, 2025)
Kershawna L. Deloney Kershawna L. Deloney, 48, of Richmond, Indiana passed away on November 10, 2025. Viewing will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 10am-1pm at View full obituary — (Posted November 13, 2025)
Peggy Jean Brenneman Peggy Jean Brenneman, 77, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. She was born on September 8, 1948, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Fred and Norma (Clark) Johnson. Peggy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmo… — (Posted November 13, 2025)
Odella M. Martin NEW CASTLE, IN– Odella M. Martin, age 77, of New Castle, Indiana, died Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at home. Born February 27, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to John and Mary McCracken Bond, Odella lived in this community all of her life. She worked at Dunn Mental Health in drug and alcohol counseling and formerly worked […] — (Posted November 12, 2025)
P. Frank Bowling P. Frank Bowling, 74 of New Castle, went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at his home, while surrounded by his loved ones. Born on February 28, 1951, in Carter County, Kentucky, Frank was the son of the late Cecil and Virginia (Thompson) Bowling. In his younger years, Frank spent his days […] — (Posted November 12, 2025)
Megan May Carmony Megan May Carmony, age 39 formerly of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away at her residence in Trenton, Ohio on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 after a lengthy illness. Born on June 16, 1986 in Dayton, Ohio. Preceded by her father, Richard Jay Carmony in 2002; mother, Brenda Kay Morris in 2020. Survived by her daughter, Lilyan Ross; […] — (Posted November 12, 2025)
Stephen “Steve” Gene Harmon Stephen “Steve” Gene Harmon, 83, of Pendleton, formerly of New Castle, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, November 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 31, 1942, in New Castle, Indiana, Steve was the son of the late Arlen and Ruth (Harvey) Harmon. He was a 1961 graduate of New […] — (Posted November 11, 2025)
Sandra K McCoy Sandra K. McCoy, 58 of Richmond, passed away on November 11, 2025, at Reid Health. She was born March 6, 1967, in Richmond to William View full obituary — (Posted November 11, 2025)
Anthony Dwayne Smith, Jr. Anthony Dwayne Smith, Jr. “AJ”, passed away in Vancouver, Oregon, on Sunday, October 26, 2025. He was born August 26,1994 to Anthony Smith Sr. and View full obituary — (Posted November 11, 2025)
Randy J. Bunch Jr. “Tiger” Randy Joe Bunch Jr. of Connersville passed away unexpectedly on Sunday November 9, 2025 at the age of 55. Randy was commonly known as “Tiger” View full obituary — (Posted November 11, 2025)
Betty Lou Chappell Betty Mettert Chappell was born May 8, 1932, to Edith Cook Mettert and Jesse Mettert. She passed away November 9, 2025, at Addison Place in New Castle, IN. She was preceded in death by her parents and a younger brother, Robert, who passed away in 1998. She grew up in New Castle, graduating from New […] — (Posted November 11, 2025)
Neil McCollum Neil Patrick “Mackey” McCollum September 11, 1944 – November 1, 2025 Neil Patrick “Mackey” McCollum, known to many as Pat, age 81, of Athens, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at his home. Born on September 11, 1944, Pat proudly served his country as a U.S. Navy submariner during the Vietnam War, […] — (Posted November 11, 2025)
Linda Kay Jennings It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Kay Jennings, 77, of Richmond, Indiana. She passed like a thief in the View full obituary — (Posted November 11, 2025)
Carolyn E. “Raney” Galyean Carolyn (Raney) E. Galyean passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted November 11, 2025)
Margery Henderson   CENTERVILLE – Margery L. Henderson 92, of rural Centerville, Indiana,  passed peacefully to be reunited with loved ones on Friday evening November 7, 2025, at home surrounded by family.  Blessed to have had so many wonderful years together, she leaves a wealth of family and friends with memories of love and laughter.  She was born in Rushville, […] — (Posted November 10, 2025)
Loretta Dell Holmes Loretta Dell Holmes passed away on November 7, 2025, at Caroleton Health Care in Connersville at the age of 93. Loretta was born in Greensburg, View full obituary — (Posted November 10, 2025)
Austin Achilles Bryant RICHMOND, IN– Austin Achilles Bryant, age 18, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family as he went home to be with the Lord on November 8, 2025. Born April 3, 2007, in Richmond, Indiana, to Christopher and Marietta Brockman Bryant, Austin has lived in this community his whole life. He was […] — (Posted November 10, 2025)
Cindy Ann Meador Cindy Ann Meador, 67, of New Castle, died November 5, 2025.Born on November 9, 1957, in New Castle, to the late Joe Kenneth Ryan Lee and Diana Mae (Brewer) Lee.Survived by her husband, Bob Meador; her daughter, Amy (Scott) Rawlins; grandchildren, Justice Runion, Chelsea Runion, A… — (Posted November 10, 2025)
Dale K. Walker Dale K. Walker, 86 of Liberty passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025. He was born on November 3, 1939 in Fayette County to Wilbur View full obituary — (Posted November 10, 2025)
Marjorie Faye Culbertson RICHMOND, Ind. – Marjorie Faye Wolfe Culbertson died on November 7, 2025. She was a native Hoosier who began life on a farm in Bath, Indiana in 1928, during the depression. Marjorie married the love of her life, Noel Eugene Culbertson, in Richmond, Indiana in 1950. By 1956 she had three children and a new […] — (Posted November 10, 2025)
Danny Ray Myers Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted November 10, 2025)
Rhoda L. Shepherd Rhoda L. Shepherd, age 90, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. She was born March 23, 1935 in Hamilton, OH to the late William and Sarah Martin. Rhoda dearly loved her dogs, enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, her daily coffee; and most of all she […] — (Posted November 8, 2025)
Barbara “Letha” White Abrams RICHMOND, IN– Barbara “Letha” White Abrams, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Reid Health. Born May 21, 1928, in College Corner, Ohio, to Clyde G. and Lora P. Bell White, Letha lived in this community her whole life. She was a homemaker and enjoyed shopping and camping. Survivors include her […] — (Posted November 8, 2025)
Diana K. Ford Diana K. Ford, 66, a resident of New Castle passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Henry Community Health. She was born January 7, 1959 in New Castle the late Robert and Barbara (Craft) Solomon. A homemaker, Diana worked at Pizza King in New Castle during her younger years. She loved spending time with her […] — (Posted November 8, 2025)
Cindy Ann Meador Cindy Ann Meador, 67, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 9, 1957, in New Castle, Indiana, she was a cherished daughter of th… — (Posted November 8, 2025)