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.
Billy Wayne Evans
Billy Wayne Evans, 72, of New Castle, peacefully entered his eternal rest on Monday, January 22, 2024. Born on February 7, 1951, in New Castle to the late Fred and Mary (Huddleston) Evans. Billy, a proud member of the 1st Air Cavalry Division, dedicated four years of service to the United States Army during the […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Patricia Jean Perkins
Patricia Jean Perkins, 83, of New Castle passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born on March 6, 1940 to the late Ralph and Oleda (Clark) Brown. She was a graduate of Cadiz High School and lived in Sulphur Springs for many years. Pat was a well-known […] — (Posted January 23, 2024)
Georgia Kathleen Dunaway
Georgia K. “Kathleen” Dunaway, 82, of Liberty passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024. Georgia was born on December 1, 1941, in Pennington Gap, Virginia, View full obituary — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Teresa A. Robertson
Teresa A Robertson of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on January 19, 2024, at the age of 63. She was born in Connersville, View full obituary — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Otis Eli Vance
Otis Eli Vance, age 97, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024. — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Dave Fawcett
Paul David Fawcett, 74, of Economy, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. Dave was born August 24, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana and was the son of Oda and George Fawcett. Dave was employed by Hill’s Roses for 38 years until their closure in 2007 and then worked for Hoosier Container for 7 years as […] — (Posted January 22, 2024)
Richard Alexander
Age 70 – New Castle, IN It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of our brother, Richard B. Alexander. He View full obituary — (Posted January 21, 2024)
Lisa M. Riggs
Lisa M. Riggs, 55, of New Castle passed away on the morning of Thursday, January 18, 2024 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie after a courageous fight against Lymphoma for two and a half years. She was born on February 22, 1968 in Indianapolis, a daughter of the late William and Betty (Gillis) […] — (Posted January 21, 2024)
Franklin Paul Maiden
Franklin Paul Maiden was born on December 16, 1958. He passed away early Thursday morning on January 18, 2024. Frank served in the US Army. He was a huge Steelers fan and loved NASCAR. Frank was a son, brother, father, husband, grandpa, and dear friend to many. He had an infectious laugh and would help […] — (Posted January 20, 2024)
Dorothy Joan Morris
Dorothy Joan Morris87 of Richmond passed away unexpectedly on January 18, 2024. She was born March 18, 1936, in Hindman, Kentucky to George and Marie View full obituary — (Posted January 19, 2024)
Beth Ann Harrison
Beth Ann Harrison, age 69, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday January 11, 2024. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 19, 1954, to Charles E. and Ruby H. (Ketron) Thompson. Beth will be remembered as a sweet, calm, quiet person who loved to talk to and learn about others and share her connections with […] — (Posted January 19, 2024)
Carroll “Bud” Yoder
Carroll “Bud” Yoder, 75, of New Castle, passed onto his eternal resting place peacefully on Thursday, January 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Bud was born on July 1, 1948, in Iowa City, Iowa to the late Arthur and Beatrice (Perrin) Yoder. Bud lived a life of service, serving in the United States Air […] — (Posted January 19, 2024)
Jeryl D. Smith
Jeryl D. Smith, 66, of Modoc, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, January 17 surrounded by his family. Jeryl was born June 24, 1957 in Richmond, Indiana to James and Roberta (Short) Smith. He graduated from Blue River Valley High School and Anderson Area Vocational-Technical School where he studied industrial machine shop. He was a […] — (Posted January 19, 2024)
Randall Carson
Randall Scott Carson, 71, of Liberty, passed away on January 15, 2024 at his home. Randy was born on September 19, 1952 in Richmond Indiana, View full obituary — (Posted January 19, 2024)
Jerry L Allen
Jerry L. “Red” “Debuzz” Allen of Abington passed away on Tuesday January 16, 2024, at Reid Health in Richmond at the age of 74. He View full obituary — (Posted January 19, 2024)
David A. Evans
David A. Evans, 86, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at Harrison Terrace Senior Living in Indianapolis. He was born June 28, 1937 in Noblesville, the son of the late Orval and Gertrude (Hines) Evans. David graduated from Anderson High School and Ball State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Arts […] — (Posted January 18, 2024)
John M. Catt
John M. Catt, 73, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born June 27, 1950 in New Castle to the late Sherman Jr. and Imogene (Sparks) Catt. On August 27 , 1976, John married the love of his life, Lizabeth. John graduated in 1969 from Walter P. […] — (Posted January 18, 2024)
Debby R Fitzgerald
We are heartbroken to share that Debby Fitzgerald, 62, of Connersville left this life on January 16, 2024. She is with Jesus, whom she loved, View full obituary — (Posted January 18, 2024)
Alice Marie Pierson
Alice Marie Pierson age 74 of Richmond passed away January 14, 2024, at Ambassador Health Care in Centerville. She was born April 26, 1949, in View full obituary — (Posted January 18, 2024)
Kelvin Dewayne Watson
Kelvin Dewayne Watson, 66, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on June 21, 1957 in New Castle to the late Hershel and Doris (Criswell) Watson. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for six years. After leaving the service, […] — (Posted January 17, 2024)
Shelby Gene Coffey
Shelby Gene Coffey Went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. The son of Elijah (Lige) and Dorothy (Choate) Coffey, he was born in Monticello, Kentucky on February 18, 1940. Shelby married Frances (Beck) Mercer in 1966 who preceded him in death in 1993. He is also preceded in death by special […] — (Posted January 17, 2024)
