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.
Rosella Morris
RICHMOND, Ind. – Rosella Morris, age 83, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Reid Health, surrounded by family. Born September 8, 1940, in Richmond, Kentucky, to Ramath and Susie Hamilton Tandy, Rosella had lived in this area most of her life. She took care of her family, was a very good cook, […] — (Posted January 14, 2024)
Murrell David Loveless
Murrell David Loveless, 80, of New Castle passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born April 14, 1943 in Science Hill, Kentucky to the late Ben and Margaret (Wood) Loveless. Murrell was the youngest of 6. He attended New Castle High School where he was the running back […] — (Posted January 13, 2024)
Cora Mae Hays
RICHMOND, Ind. – Cora Mae Hays, age 93, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, January 12, 2024, at Reid Health. Born November 16, 1930, in Orlando, Kentucky, to John and Mary McCracken Bond, Cora had lived in Richmond since 1945. She was a homemaker and enjoyed working in her yard, (long past the age when she […] — (Posted January 13, 2024)
Ruth Mary Parks
Ruth Mary Parks, age 80, of West Manchester, OH passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024 at the Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH. She was born April 13, 1943 in Richmond, IN to the late Fritz and Edna Mae Hans. She was a longtime member of the Wares Chapel United Methodist Church in West […] — (Posted January 13, 2024)
Michael L. Shelley
Michael L. Shelley 72 of Richmond passed away on January 11, 2024; he was born on April 19, 1951, in Richmond to Luther Jr. and View full obituary — (Posted January 13, 2024)
David John Hermenet
David John Hermenet, a man of joy and kindness, left us on January 9, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and faith. He was a remarkable husband to Jill and a devoted father to Jordan, his unwavering love for them defining his character. David life was a testament to his deep Christian faith, evident […] — (Posted January 12, 2024)
Virginia Anna Miller
Virginia Anna Miller 91 of Richmond passed away on January 10, 2024, at the Springs of Richmond after a short illness. She was born May View full obituary — (Posted January 11, 2024)
Rex Keesling
Rex D. Keesling, 78, went to meet his Savior, Lord and God on January 10, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m. He was with his beloved wife of 59½ years, Pam, doing what he loved, feeding his animals on his little farm. “He was the best man I ever knew. He loved his God, […] — (Posted January 11, 2024)
Tracy Lynn Ihrig
Tracy Lynn Ihrig, age 42 of Hamilton, OH passed away on January 7, 2024. She was born March 27, 1981 in Oxford, OH daughter of George Ihrig and Linda (Channell) Greye. She attended Talawanda Schools in which she was in the choir, band, and cheerleading. When she was younger she enjoyed showing in 4h at […] — (Posted January 11, 2024)
Jeremy Sams
Jeremy Allen Sams, age 46, of Connersville passed away at Reid Hospital in Richmond on January 8, 2024. Jeremy was born on April 30, 1977 View full obituary — (Posted January 11, 2024)
Ruth Williams
Ruth Williams, age 92, of Eaton, died Wednesday afternoon, December 27, 2023, at Hospice of Dayton. Ruth retired from The Register-Herald in Eaton after 60 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, James. Survived by one sister, Nellie Fudge of Eaton; two sons, Joe Williams and Steve (Candy) Williams both […] — (Posted January 11, 2024)
Charles Dufour, Jr.
Charles Wesley Dufour 57, of Connersville, formally from St. Petersburg, Florida, completed his artful journey here and started anew in the peace and solitude of View full obituary — (Posted January 11, 2024)
Sharon Sue (Slettvet) Thompson
Sharon Sue (Slettvet) Thompson, 67, of New Castle, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at Henry Community Health. She was born April 24, 1956 in New Castle to the late Archie and Thelma Irene (Smith) Slettvet. Sharon enjoyed playing volleyball in her younger years and was a huge Andy Griffith fan. She enjoyed being […] — (Posted January 11, 2024)
Randy G Selby
Randy G Selby, age 79, of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Robert Bledsoe
A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. View full obituary — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Larry J Estridge
Larry J. Estridge went home with the Lord on January 8, 2024, at Heritage House of Connersville, at the age of 74. Larry was the View full obituary — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Ernest Leroy Swoveland
Ernest Leroy Swoveland, passed away January, 9, 2024 at his residence. He was born August 2, 1929 in Stoney Creek Township, Indiana, a son of the late Walter and Gladys (Brown) Swoveland. Ernest was a lifelong farmer, resident of rural Henry County and member of the Buck Creek Church of the Brethren. He was Past […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Janice Shute
Janice I. Shute, 90, of Williamsburg, passed away on Monday evening, January 8, with family at her side. She was born on July 2, 1933 in Richmond, Indiana to Leslie M. and Pearl Coffman Shute. She was raised in Williamsburg, where she participated in Girl Scouts, 4-H, and attended Williamsburg High School. […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Michael Pryor
Michael Pryor,51, of New Castle passed away Monday January 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born September 8, 1972 in Muncie, Indiana to Gene Pryor and Toni Loser. Michael was a contractor most of his life. That was his passion and he loved turning something old into something beautiful. He also worked for […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Ralph G. Tharp
GREENS FORK, IN– Ralph G. Tharp, age 75, of Greens Fork, Indiana, died Tuesday, January 9, 2024. Born October 8, 1948, in Union City, Indiana, to Raymond and Glenda Mann Tharp, Ralph lived most of his life in Greens Fork. He was a 1966 graduate of Whitewater High School and was a longtime employee of […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Stephen Elijah Pennington
Stephen Elijah Pennington was called home on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. He was born in Richmond, IN on January 30, 1955 to Alice Pauline (Miller) and Elijah Houston Pennington. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1973 and went on to work for PRC Recording, Design & Manufacturing, Absocold and Johnson Metal Products. Steve was […] — (Posted January 10, 2024)
Phillip Todd Bailey
Phillip Todd Bailey 45 of Richmond passed away unexpectedly on January 7, 2024. He was born July 12, 1978, in Richmond to Donald and Annabelle View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Sarah Rose Thorman
Sarah Rose Thorman, 35, of Richmond, Indiana died unexpectedly in her sleep on January 7th, 2024. She was born and raised in Richmond and Centerville, View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Dearl Herbert
Dearl Herbert of New Castle passed away Sunday January 7, 2024. Rose CIty Funeral Home directors and staff are honored to serve the Herbert family. — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Beverley Diane Sidwell
Beverly Diane Sidwell, 68, of New Castle, formerly Longview Texas passed away Saturday, Jan. 6 at the Willows Nursing Home. She was born December 20, 1955, in New Castle IN, the daughter of Bill and Mary (Kidd) Sidwell. Diane is survived by her sister, Iris Hughes of Shelbyville, brother Bill and Terri Sidwell Jr. of […] — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Joan Annette Mobley
Joan “Annette” (McGaughey) Mobley, 65, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly early Saturday, January 6, 2024, at home. She was born on August 24, 1958, in Gary, Indiana, the daughter of the late Ray and Helen McGaughey. Annette was a homemaker, artist, paralegal, published author, truck driver, and, most importantly, a mom, nana, and friend. […] — (Posted January 9, 2024)
Patricia A. Groff
Patricia A. Groff age 83 of Richmond died on January 8, 2024, at Arbor Trace. She was born June 6, 1940, in Andersson to Everett View full obituary — (Posted January 9, 2024)