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.

Basil “Colin” Riley Basil “Colin” Riley, 59, a resident of New Castle passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born October 20, 1965 in New Castle to the late Homer and Martha (Hilderbrand) Riley. A 1984 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, Colin was employed at TS Tech and formerly […] — (Posted July 30, 2025)

Rita Arlene Culp Rita Arlene (Woods) Culp, age 75, of West Alexandria, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, surrounded by love and grace. Born on September 23, 1949, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton, she lived a life full of expectation, creativity, and unwavering faith. Rita was a woman who embraced life with anticipation and hope, […] — (Posted July 30, 2025)

Jim Frank James Henry “Jim” Frank, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family early Monday morning, July 28, 2025 at his home in Connersville. A son of Van Meter, or “Daredevil Frank,” and Mary Catherine O’Brien Frank, Jim was born in Connersville on July 9, 1937. He attended 1st through 8th grade at St. Gabriel […] — (Posted July 30, 2025)

Dexter E. Zastawnik Dexter E. Zastawnik, 67, passed away peacefully Monday, July 28, 2025, at Reid Health under the wonderful care of Reid Hospice caregivers. He was born in February 8, 1958, in Cleveland, Ohio, to John Edward and Dorothy Elezabeth (Malson) Zastawnik. Dexter spent most of his adult life living in Wayne County, IN; most of those […] — (Posted July 30, 2025)

Carol Lee (Sakola-Keefe) Torge Carol Lee (Sakola-Keefe) Torge, age 90, of Westerville, OH and formerly of Eaton, OH, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Paramount Senior Living in Westerville, OH. She was born January 26, 1935 in Troy, OH to the late John and Mary Sakola. She was Valedictorian of her graduating class of 1952 at West […] — (Posted July 30, 2025)

Michael C. Bookout Michael C. Bookout, 81, of Losantville, passed away on the evening of Monday, July 28, 2025, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born on September 15, 1943, in Muncie, Indiana, a son of the late Ward Soloman Bookout and Beaulah May (Craw) Bookout Gallnitz. Mike was a machinist, a farmer, and […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Mary L. Trump Mary Louise (Green) Trump, 78 of Eaton, Ohio, died Monday, July 28, 2025, at Maple Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Eaton. Born on September 6, 1946 in Delaware, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Ray and Anna Mae (Slayton) Green. Mary had worked for Sara Moore Nursing Home, Hamburger Inn and the […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Ron Lee “Ronnie” Dees Loving husband, father and grandfather Ronald Lee “Ronnie” Dees, 86 of Richmond, IN passed away peacefully at home Friday July 25, 2025. He was born View full obituary — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Samuel Cook Samuel O. Cook, 61, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 26, 2025, Henry Community Health. He was born September 29, 1963, in New Castle, a son of the late Charles E. and Tamara (Winter) Cook. Sam was employed for several years at Emery Worldwide and Walmart in New Castle. He enjoyed auto […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Donald W. Shilt Donald Warner Shilt, age 88, of Winchester, Indiana, formerly of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully with his beloved wife by his side on Friday, July 25, 2025. Don was born on March 5, 1937, in Piqua, Ohio, the only child of Hurshel and Viola (Warner) Shilt. At just four years old, Don lost his father, […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Stephen Moistner RICHMOND- Stephen Everett Moistner, 70, passed away at his home in Richmond, Indiana Monday July 28, 2025. Stephen was born in New Castle, Indiana on May 10, 1955. He was raised in Richmond and graduated from high school there in 1973. Stephen had lived in Florida and Tennessee before returning to Richmond. He worked a […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Sally B. Maupin RICHMOND, Ind. – Sally B. Maupin, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Arbor Trace Family-first Senior Living. Born January 24, 1943, in Burksville, Kentucky, to Delbert and Willie Sheckles Wright, Sally lived in Richmond most of her life. She retired from Cox’s Supermarket in February 1999, after over 20 years […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Charles “Chuck” Redman Pending View full obituary — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Bobby “Bob” Lynn Larkin RICHMOND, Ind. – Bobby “Bob” Lynn Larkin, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Reid Health surrounded by family. Born October 1, 1942, in Winchester, Indiana, to Lynn D. and Unevia Russell Larkin, Bob lived in several states, Indiana, Kansas, Colorado, Florida, and back to Indiana. He was a graduate of […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Donald Frederick Hoffer RICHMOND, Ind. – Donald Frederick Hoffer, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Forest Park Health Campus. Donald was born June 10, 1941, in Los Angeles, California, to Fred Robert and Margaret Cecelia Banko Hoffer. He was a graduate of Union-Endicott High School in Endicott, New York, and received his Bachelors […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Jane Lay CAMBRIDGE CITY – Jane Ann Lay, 69 went to be with the Lord Sunday morning, July 27, 2025. Born to the late Ralph and Betty (Paul) Lakes, she was born in New Castle, Indiana on October 17th, 1955, and was raised in the Dublin community. She was a 1974 graduate of Lincoln High School in […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Shirley Eugene Morgan RICHMOND, IN– Rev Shirley Eugene Morgan- On Friday, July 25, 2025, Heaven opened its gates and welcomed God’s faithful servant, Rev. Shirley Eugene Morgan to his eternal home. He was 96 years old. Shirley was born on March 3, 1929, in St. Elmo, Tennessee. He moved to Indiana in his early years and graduated from […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Pamela Pope Pamela Ann Pope, 60, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at her home. She was born September 19, 1964, in New Castle to the late Verlin and Shelba (Morgan) Lang. Pam was a self-employed craft maker who traveled to the Covered Bridge Festival, Metamora and other craft fairs where she would sell […] — (Posted July 29, 2025)

Vickie Lynn Clark Vickie Lynn Clark passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, with her daughter Mandi by her side, after a ten-year journey with Alzheimer’s. She was 75. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, David; her daughter, Mandi Browning (Michael); her sister, Anita Workman (Bob); her brother, Ron Seibel (Leslie); her three nephews, Ryan […] — (Posted July 28, 2025)

Gracie L. Norton Gracie L. Norton, age 75, of Connersville, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, surrounded by her loving family. Gracie View full obituary — (Posted July 28, 2025)

Michelle Lee Keckler Michelle Lee Keckler, age 53, passed away at Reid Health on July 25, 2025. She was born August 18, 1971, the daughter of Thomas and View full obituary — (Posted July 28, 2025)

Douglas Patterson Douglas J. Patterson went home to be with our Heavenly Father in the early morning of July 23, 2025. He was born February 26, 1945, to Mark “Pat” & Doris Patterson, who have preceded him to heaven. Doug grew up in Windfall, In & graduated from Windfall High School. He then graduated from Indiana Central […] — (Posted July 28, 2025)

Lucy M. Sharp RICHMOND, IN– Lucy M. Sharp, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, July 26.2025, at Reid Health. Born October 6, 1927, in Arvel, Kentucky, to Henry Clay and Martha Rader, Lucy lived in this community all of her life. She retired from INA (Insurance Co. of North America) after several years of service. Lucy was […] — (Posted July 28, 2025)

Tiffany D Callahan Obituary pending… View full obituary — (Posted July 28, 2025)

John David Polver RICHMOND, Ind. – John David Polver, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Community South Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana surrounded by family. Born December 16, 1954, in Richmond, Indiana, to Samuel and Virginia Jenkins Polver Jr., John was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a graduate of Richmond High School, […] — (Posted July 28, 2025)

Troy Edward Harmon Troy Edward Harmon, 47, of New Castle passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025 at his residence following a brief illness. He was born September 12, 1977 in Anderson to the late Harold Harmon and Kathy Runyan. Per Troy’s request, there will be no public services held and cremation will take place at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service […] — (Posted July 28, 2025)

Caleigh Anne Renee Lindsay Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted July 28, 2025)

Jocelyn Lou Short Adams Beloved mother, grandmother, cousin, and friend to many, Jocelyn Lou Short Adams passed away peacefully at age 95 on July 24th, 2025 at her residence. Born to Fred and Frances Short on April 4th, 1930 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jocelyn, AKA “Josh” or “Jocie” grew up in Latonia Kentucky, and attended Holmes High School and Stephens […] — (Posted July 26, 2025)

Joseph C. Trese Jr. It is with heavy hearts that we mark the passing of Joseph (Joe) Condon Trese Jr. on July 25th, 2025, at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. Joe left this earth to be with the Lord and join his wife Corinne (Livernois) Trese in heaven. Joe was born in Detroit Michigan on December 29, 1931, to […] — (Posted July 26, 2025)

Ralph Whittaker Ralph Whittaker, age 78, of Arcanum, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH. He was born on August 19, 1946 in Portland, IN to the late Herman and Pauline Whittaker. In addition to his parents, Ralph is preceded in death by his siblings, Marion Whittaker, Nevin Whittaker, Doris […] — (Posted July 26, 2025)