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.
James Eugene Guffey James E. Guffey, age 94, of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 9, 1929, in Albany, Kentucky, to the late Robert S. and Mintie V. (McKinley) Guffey. James proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army, stationed […] — (Posted February 1, 2024)
Dale M. Shaffer Dale Myron Shaffer, 81 a long time Modoc resident, died Monday, January 29, 2024, at Waters Edge Village, Muncie, where he had recently resided. Dale was born in New Castle on July 8, 1942 to Dwight and Ollie (Howell) Shaffer. He was a 1960 graduate of Union High School, a 1965 graduate of Purdue University […] — (Posted February 1, 2024)
Harold L. Crank Harold L. Crank 84 of Richmond passed away unexpectedly at Ball Memorial Hospital on January 30, 2024. He was born March 9, 1939, in Eldorado, View full obituary — (Posted February 1, 2024)
Franklin Paul Maiden Franklin Paul Maiden was born December 16, 1958 to Elizabeth Reed and Frank Rice. He passed away early Thursday morning on January 18, 2024, at Reid Hospital. Frank served in the US Army. He was a huge NASCAR and Steelers fan. He enjoyed fishing. Frank was a father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and a great […] — (Posted January 31, 2024)
Charlena Sands CAMBRIDGE CITY- Charlena Mae Sands, 89, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, January 30th, 2024, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville, Indiana. One of ten children born to the late Homer Orlando and Mae Louise (Hughes) Pickett, Charlena was born in Greensburg, Indiana on March 21, 1934. Charlena was raised in Milton and graduated from Milton […] — (Posted January 31, 2024)
Timothy Leroy Sink Timothy L. Sink, age 60 of Richmond, IN died Tuesday January 29, 2024, at his residence. Tim was born on February 6, 1963, in Greenville, Darke County, Ohio. He was a Truck Driver for many years.   Survivors include his parents: Robert L. & Beverly K. (Whirley) Sink of Richmond, IN.; daughters: Shelby Lynn Sink […] — (Posted January 31, 2024)
Shirley Marie Lakes Shirley Lakes was born April 28, 1948 in Bath, Indiana and lived a loving life until passing peacefully on January 28, 2024 in Connersville, Indiana. In celebrating Shirley, we remember a life well-lived, marked by love, kindness, and laughter. Most of her youth was spent in Liberty, Indiana with her parents, Walter and Lillie Moore. […] — (Posted January 31, 2024)
Nancy Hamilton Tyndall Nancy Hamilton Tyndall, age 95, born in July 1928 passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Friends Fellowship Center in Richmond, Indiana. She View full obituary — (Posted January 31, 2024)
Virginia Lee “Ginger” Simmonds Virginia Lee “Ginger” Simmonds, 73, of New Castle passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 at the Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. Full obituary will be posted on our website soon. — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Merilou Fulks Merilou Fulks, 77, formerly of the Fountain City community, passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024, at her home in Russellville, Arkansas.  She was born April 12, 1946, in Richmond, Indiana to the late H. Burl Shook and Maude Corrington Shook.  Merilou loved to play golf and she was a longtime member of Bay Ridge […] — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Kurt Whitesel      Kurt A. Whitesel, 74, of Lynn, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, at Reid Health.    He was born in Union City, Indiana on November 11, 1949 to Jack E. & Margaret E. Elliott Whitesel. Kurt was a 1968 graduate of Union City Community High School and a graduate of Purdue University.   […] — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Violet “Angi” Anne Adkins Violet “Angi” Anne Adkins, 80, of New Castle, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024 in New Castle. She was born on January 19, 1944 in New Castle to the late Charles Clayton and Bertha (Jesse) Conley. She was a loving person who would help anyone in need. Angi enjoyed painting, interior decorating and gardening. […] — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Timothy R. Theurer Timothy Richard Theurer, 58, of Modoc, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at Reid Health in Richmond. He was born in Union City, IN on April 6, 1965 to Jerry and Jennifer (Shaver) Theurer and had resided in Modoc for the past several years. Graveside services will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 3, at […] — (Posted January 30, 2024)
James Duane Balthis James Duane Balthis 62 of Eaton passed away January 27, 2024. He was born November 12, 1961, in Richmond to James F. and Janice Spencer View full obituary — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Mary L Emmons Mary Emmons,98, formerly of New Castle, passed away Thursday Janaury 25, 2024 in Utopia, Arizona. Graveside services will be Friday February 2, 2024 at South Mound Cemetery at 2:15 PM. — (Posted January 30, 2024)
Walter william Crocker Walter William Crocker, affectionately known as Walt, passed away on January 21, 2024, at the age of 85 at Reid Hospital in Richmond Indiana. Walt View full obituary — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Ruth Adele Ball Converse Mills-Varnell Mills RICHMOND, Ind. – Ruth Adele Ball Converse Mills-Varnell Mills left this earth on January 29, 2024, with her family by her side. Ruth was born in Swanton, Ohio, on December 7, 1944, to Vernena Cunningham Ball and Robert Reed Ball. She received an Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies, a bachelor’s degree in general […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Mark Andrew Winslow Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Christopher Lee Hiatt Obituary pending View full obituary — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Kenneth Conn LEWISVILLE- Kenneth Lee Conn, 82, of rural Lewisville, passed away at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield, Indiana, on January 28th, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 20th, 1941, in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late John L. and Ruth (Ramsey) Conn. Kenneth served ten years in the United States Navy […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Suellen Melton NEW CASTLE-Suellen Marie Melton, 38, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away Friday January 26th, 2024, at her home peacefully in her sleep. Suellen was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend. She had the most beautiful smile that could light up any room. She was born January 9th, 1986, in New Castle to […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Kim Whiteley HAGERSTOWN- Kim Edward Whiteley, 72, passed away at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville, Indiana, on Friday January 26th, 2024. Kim was born on May 7th, 1951, in Harvey, Illinois, to the late Ward A. and Opal Catherine (Feiock) Whiteley. He was raised and graduated high school from Tinley Park High School with the class of 1969. […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Larry Clement Day LYNN, Ind. – Larry Clement Day, age 85, of Lynn, Indiana, died Thursday, January 25, 2024, at home surrounded by family. Born February 3, 1938, in Williamsburg, Indiana, to Claude M. and Nancy M. Weatherly Day, Larry was a life-long resident of this area. He graduated from Williamsburg High School. Larry was a welder at […] — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Christopher D. Rowe Connersville native Christopher D. Rowe, 61, died Friday, January 26, 2024, at his residence. Chris was born on March 13, 1962, to the late Joseph E. and Linda Lane Rowe. He attended Connersville… — (Posted January 29, 2024)
Timothy Allen Webb RICHMOND, Ind. – Timothy Allen Webb Sr., age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Ambassador Healthcare. Born October 25, 1948, in Richmond, Indiana, to Richard and Juanita Mercer Webb, Tim was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a machine operator at Dana and retired from there. While at Dana, he […] — (Posted January 28, 2024)
Gerald Dean Pollitt Sr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Gerald Dean Pollitt Sr., age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 26, 2024, at Rosebud Village Nursing Home. Born December 22, 1943, in Fayette County, Indiana, to Charles G. and Louise Stephens Pollitt, Gerald lived in this area most of his life. He was a graduate of Mays High School and […] — (Posted January 28, 2024)
David Clarke Hinshaw RICHMOND, Ind. – David Clarke Hinshaw, age 57, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Reid Health after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Born September 2, 1966, in Richmond, Indiana, to Rodney Clarke and Lynda S. Hinshaw, David was a life-long resident of Richmond. He completed his education at Richmond High School. […] — (Posted January 27, 2024)
Gerald Dean Pollitt Sr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Gerald Dean Pollitt Sr., age 80, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 26, 2024, at Rosebud Village Nursing Home. Born December 22, 1943, in Fayette County, Indiana, to Charles G. and Louise Stephens Pollitt, Gerald lived in this area most of his life. He was a graduate of Mays High School and […] — (Posted January 27, 2024)
Joan Ray Critser Joan Ray Critser, 81, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, on her 81st birthday at Glen Oaks Health Campus following an extended illness. She was born January 25, 1943 in New Castle, a daughter of the late John J. and Bertha (Burden) Ray. A 1961 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School, Joan was Office […] — (Posted January 26, 2024)
Robert G. Stoner EATON, OH – Robert G. Stoner, age 84, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Greenbriar Nursing Facility. Born February 13, 1939, in Anderson, Indiana, to Lloyd and Vivian Lemon Stoner, Bob graduated with a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Indiana University, was a member of ATO, sang in the IU Singing […] — (Posted January 26, 2024)