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.
Teresa Louise Carr
Teresa Louise Carr, 71, of Connersville, passed away Sunday morning, April 12, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond. One of five children of Forrest and Doris Steele Hall, Teresa was born on November 23, 1954, in Connersville. She attended local schools and was a proud 1973 graduate of Connersville High School. A dedicated and hardworking […] — (Posted April 15, 2026)
Gary Keith Flory
Gary Keith Flory, 71, of Verona, Ohio, passed away on April 14, 2026. Born on October 2, 1954, Gary lived a life defined by hard work, unwavering dedication, and a deep love for his family. Gary was a man of remarkable commitment to his craft. He spent 33 proud years at Neaton Auto Products, achieving […] — (Posted April 15, 2026)
Ruth E. Hardin
Ruth E. Hardin of Eaton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026. Born in Russell’s Point, Ohio, in 1931, she grew up in Piqua, Ohio and graduated from Piqua High School and Capitol University. Her working career included Purchasing Manager at Kettering Research Laboratory, Communications Assistant at Chas. Kettering Foundation, Director of Communications for […] — (Posted April 15, 2026)
Philip “Phil” Spencer Jenkins
Philip Spencer Jenkins (Phil), aged 97, died Tuesday, April 14th at his home in Richmond, IN. He was born in 1929 in Richmond, but grew up on the campus of Hampton Institute (now University) in Virginia where his father taught. His parents were F. Raymond and Ceclia Chandler Jenkins. The family returned to Indiana in […] — (Posted April 15, 2026)
Pastor Fred Donald Jensen
Pastor Fred Donald Jensen, 85, of Cambridge City, went to Heaven peacefully on April 13th at home, surrounded by his loved ones. Fred was born on October 20th, 1940, to Fred and Fern Jensen in Wisconsin. Fred obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology (Baptist Bible Seminary-Johnson City, New York) and a Master’s Degree in Religious […] — (Posted April 15, 2026)
Jeffrey Dawson
Jeffrey Dawson passed away at home on April 6th, 2026. He was born January 9th, 1994, the son of Julia Dawson. Jeffrey lived in Richmond, Indiana. He graduated from Twin Valley South. He loved working on cars and his two dogs, Winnie and Chanel. He leaves to cherish his memory, his mother: Julia Dawson of […] — (Posted April 15, 2026)
Robert “Bob” Joe Taylor
Robert “Bob” Joe Taylor, 92, of Muncie passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Bob was born on October 27, 1933, in Pine Knot, Kentucky, a son of the late Wit and Rhoda (Lee) Taylor. A man known for his kind heart and uplifting spirit, Bob was always friendly, quick to […] — (Posted April 15, 2026)
Elizabeth “Betty” Case
Elizabeth Fern “Betty” Case, 83, of New Castle, Indiana, went home to be with her Lord and Savior early in the morning hours of Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. Betty was born on January 25, 1943, in Louisville, Kentucky, a daughter of the… — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Elizabeth Arvella Baker
Sadly, our mother, Elizabeth Arvella Baker, 80, of New Castle, passed away on Monday April 13, 2026, at Addison Place. She was born on April 19, 1945, in Henry County to the late Arthur and Elsie J. (Massengale) Perdue. In 1963 she married the love of her life William Robert “Bill” Baker. Arvella worked at […] — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Steven R. Allman
Steven R. Allman, 67, of Pensacola, Florida, formerly of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away March 23, 2026, leaving behind a trail of good food, great stories and more than a few people who could still hear his laugh from across the room. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Mildred “Millie” Allman of […] — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Corinne B. Popplewell
Corinne B. Popplewell, 92, formerly of New Castle, passed away at her home in Anderson on Monday, April 13, 2026. She was born June 26, 1933 in Albany, Kentucky to James Cletus and Jenny (Griffith) Cross. A homemaker, Corinne had worked in the dietary department at Henry County Memorial Hospital in her younger years. She […] — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Larry Adkins
Larry Adkins, 82, of New Castle, died April 13, 2026.He was born on July 26, 1943, in New Castle to Malchom and Anna Laura (Dicken) Adkins.Larry was a 1961 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School.Survivors include his wife, Janice Adkins; son, Kent (Stacy) Adkins; stepson, Bo… — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Linda Maxine Sparks
Linda Maxine Sparks of Richmond, IN, passed away peacefully on the morning of Monday, April 13, 2026 at Ambassador Healthcare after battling a short illness. Born on June 15, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, to William and Hettie Bullock, Linda was often referred to as the baby of the family. She was one of 9 children, […] — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Robert Swim
Robert D. Swim, 93, of New Castle, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born April 26, 1932, in New Castle to James A. and Esta Mae (Brayton) Swim. Bob was a 1952 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School and retired from Perfect Circle/Dana Corporation in […] — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Stephen Huse
September 19, 1942 – April 13, 2026 Stephen Michael Huse, 83, of New Castle, Indiana, was welcomed into the arms of his Savior on April 13, 2026. He leaves behind a lasting legacy of dedication, compassion, and the lives he touched with his warm smile and loving heart. Stephen graduated from Lewisville High School and […] — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Rodney Piatt
Rodney Piatt, 66 of Liberty passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at home after a brief illness. Born on June 4, 1959, in Richmond, Indiana. The son of the late Ruth Piatt Griffith and the late Bob Dees. On December 27, 1976, he was united in marriage with the former Peggy Harvey in Liberty, […] — (Posted April 14, 2026)
Larry Adkins
Larry Adkins, 82, of New Castle, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born on July 26, 1943, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Malchom M. and Anna Laura (Dicken) Adkins. Larry was a 1961 graduate of New Castle Chry… — (Posted April 13, 2026)
Arnold J. Crull
Arnold J. Crull passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted April 13, 2026)
Charles E. Crowe
February 6, 1936- April 11,2016 He graduated from Lynn High School in 1955 and served in the Army for 3 years. He was employed by Wayne Works and Moorman Manufacturing. He was a proud member of the Sons of the American Revolution and enjoyed researching his family history. He was most proud of his family. […] — (Posted April 13, 2026)
Myron L. Lair
Myron L. Lair, age 84, of Camden, OH passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at the Kettering Health Preble Emergency Center in Eaton. He was born July 15, 1941 in Lewisburg, OH to the late Earl and Frances (Johnson) Lair. Myron was a tool maker for Parker Hannifin for over 40 years until his […] — (Posted April 13, 2026)
Janice Elaine Anderson
Janice Elaine Anderson, age 96, of New Madison, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026 at her home. She was born on October 29, 1929 in Preble County, Ohio to the late Ivan and Mabel (Thompson) Beasley. In addition to her parents, Janice is preceded in death by her loving husband, Dale E. Anderson; her […] — (Posted April 13, 2026)
Sara Ann Isaacs
Sara Ann Isaacs, 66 of Connersville passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 25, 1959 in Connersville to Charles Mengedoht and Betty Scott Mengedoht. Sara worked at Sperry and Rubber Plastics for 30 years. She was the heart of her family, the one everyone turned […] — (Posted April 13, 2026)
Thomas A. Stonecash
Thomas Allen Stonecash, age 88, of Eaton, OH passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton. He was born February 4, 1938 to the late Peter John and Martha (Cole) Stonecash. Tom grew up in Eaton and was a graduate of the Eaton High School Class of 1956. After […] — (Posted April 13, 2026)
Jerry Joe Lane
Jerry J. Lane, 85, of Richmond, died Friday, April 10, 2026, at Arbor Trace in Richmond after a lengthy illness. He was born on July 8, 1940, in Richmond and was the only child of Ira and Florence (Brockman) Lane. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1958 and served as a member of the […] — (Posted April 13, 2026)
Danny Leroy Voyles
Danny Leroy Voyles, age 59, of Eaton, OH, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026 at his residence. He was born December 15, 1966 in Dayton, OH. He was a longtime truck driver and was currently employed with Barnets Trucking in Camden, OH. He loved being outdoors camping, fishing and hunting. He was a practical […] — (Posted April 12, 2026)
Theodore Kmiec
Theodore Kmiec, a native of Chicago, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Theodore was a steadfast and hardworking man who touched the lives of many with his dedication, strength, and quiet kindness. He was deeply loved by his fiancé, Elaine Kitchen, and his daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer Kmiec and Robert Roark, who will […] — (Posted April 12, 2026)
Jackie Murl Neal
Jackie Murl “Jack” Neal, 77, of Middletown passed away surrounded by the love of his children on Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born May 14, 1948 in Clinton County, Kentucky, a son of the late Henry Murl “Steve” and Mollie “Ethel” (Tuggle) Neal. Jack dedicated his life to racing, his family, and his business, […] — (Posted April 11, 2026)
Andy Belt
Andy Belt of Connersville passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday April 8, 2026, at the age of 61. Andy was born on December 14, 1964, in Cincinnati, OH, one of eight children born to Revena Sue (Smith) Belt and the late Claude “Doc” Belt, Jr. Andy graduated from Connersville Sr. High School with the class of […] — (Posted April 11, 2026)