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.
Don Yagle CAMBRIDGE CITY- Donald Lee Yagle Jr., 46, passed away at his home in Cambridge City.  A son of Donald Yagle Sr. and Jamie Leigh (Browning) Yagle, Donald was born in Oxford, Ohio on October 25, 1978.  Don was a graduate of Connersaville Senior High School and liked basketball and skateboarding.  Don worked as a truckdriver, […] — (Posted July 14, 2025)
Kathie J. Murphy It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, Kathie J. Murphy, at the age of 81 at Arbor Trace Senior View full obituary — (Posted July 14, 2025)
Veronica Kaye Walsh Veronica Kaye Walsh, 44, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born September 18, 1980, in New Castle to Lawrence Walker Jr. and Sandra (Neal) Morgan. A 1999 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at The University […] — (Posted July 14, 2025)
Phillip R. “Phil” Francis Phillip R. “Phil” Francis age 74, of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Kettering Health in Dayton, Ohio. Phil was born on September 30, 1950, in Troy, Ohio. He was the son of the late Leonard Leroy & Elma Faye (Massie) Francis. He was a 1969 graduate of Tipp City High School and […] — (Posted July 14, 2025)
Virginia Doris Roark Virginia Doris Roark, 85 of Richmond, died July 11, 2025, at her home. She was born September 14, 1939 in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Charles Frances View full obituary — (Posted July 13, 2025)
Virginia “Ginny” Mildred Whirley NEW PARIS, Ohio – Virginia “Ginny” Mildred Whirley, age 83, of New Paris, Ohio, passed peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Rosebud Village Nursing Home, surrounded by family. Born February 12, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, to Kenneth Elmer and Lois Mildred Stephens Williams, Ginny was a life-long resident of this area. She was a […] — (Posted July 13, 2025)
Jonathan Andrew Shelton Jonathan Andrew Shelton, 40, of New Castle passed away while doing what he loved, riding his Harley, on Friday, July 11, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1984 in Noblesville, Indiana to Ed and Debbie (Smith) Shelton.Jon was a 2003 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and was employed by Conagra Brands for […] — (Posted July 11, 2025)
Doris Jean “D.J.” Wyatt Doris Jean “D.J.” Wyatt, 84, of Greenfield, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. D.J. was a ferocious defender of both her faith and her family. Her faith in God was unstoppable. Her love for her family was only matched by their love for […] — (Posted July 11, 2025)
William “Bill” C. Winters William C. “Bill” Winters, of Richmond, passed away on Thursday July 10, 2025 at the age of 81. He was born on November 22, 1943 to Al and Bessie (Mills) Winters and had lived in the Richmond area all his life. Bill is a veteran of the United States Army Reserve and was married to […] — (Posted July 11, 2025)
Freya Lynn Wiehe Freya Lynn Wiehe infant daughter of Daniel James and Tabitha Lynn (Bishop) Wiehe passed away peacefully in her daddy’s arms and in the presence of her PopPop on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Saint Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. In addition to her parents precious Freya is survived by her maternal grandparents; Richard Troy and Kimberly […] — (Posted July 11, 2025)
Rusty Hunt DUBLIN- Rusty Hunt, 54, passed away at his home in Dublin on July 2, 2025.  Russell Allen Hunt Jr., was born in New Castle, Indiana on September 15, 1970. He was a graduate of Tri High School.  Rusty worked as a carpenter and had been employed by Tony Stewart Drywall.      Survivors include his […] — (Posted July 11, 2025)
Lloyd Walker CAMBRIDGE CITY-  Lloyd E. Walker, 86, passed away Tuesday evening July 8, 2025 at his home with his loved ones at his side.  One of five children born to the late Joe and Kathryn (Holiday) Walker, Lloyd was born in Hazard, Kentucky on December 26, 1938.  He was raised in Hamilton, Ohio and while working […] — (Posted July 11, 2025)
Arthur “Art” Bailey Arthur “Art” Bailey of Fountain City, IN. passed away peacefully, with his loving family by his side, on July 9, 2025, after a short battle with lung cancer. Arthur was born in Letcher, KY. on August 6, 1943, to Hiram and Lizzie Hurd Bailey. He served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1967 […] — (Posted July 11, 2025)
Lisa M. Dye Perguson Lisa M. Dye Perguson, 59, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. She was born March 22, 1966, in Glasgow, KY, a daughter of the late Harold and Elaine (Ingram) Dye. A 1984 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, she attended Ball State […] — (Posted July 10, 2025)
Trevor B. A. Gross Trevor B.A. Gross, 32, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Trevor was a Commercial Roofer for Gross Roofing and Sheetmetal in Eaton. He attended Eaton and Miamisburg schools. He loved family, friends, music, video games, skateboarding, darts, outdoors, golf and basketball. Preceded in death by his Grandfather: Fred Gross in 2011 and […] — (Posted July 10, 2025)
Philip L. Smith Philip L. Smith, 71, of New Castle went to be with the Lord surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center. He was born on January 6, 1954 to the late Paul Franklin and Margie Ina (Magee) Smith. Phil was a graduate of Tri High School. He loved camping, […] — (Posted July 10, 2025)
Linda Fay Scott Linda Fay Scott, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025 Born July 21, 1940, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Linda was the cherished daughter of the late Mollie and William Kanipe. A deeply caring mother, Linda’s greatest joys came from time spent with her beloved family. Whether visiting her favorite destination, […] — (Posted July 10, 2025)
Kenneth Lee Burns Kenneth Lee Burns, 71, of Richmond, passed away on July 9, 2025, at Brickyard Healthcare–Richmond Care Center. He was born on April 2, 1954, in View full obituary — (Posted July 10, 2025)
Robert P. Beaty Robert P. Beaty, 82, of Muncie, IN, a loving father, grandfather, and brother, left this world on July 5, 2025. Born on October 21, 1943, in Muncie, Indiana, Robert remained a steadfast resident of his birthplace, becoming an integral part of the community and a beloved figure to all who knew him. He was a […] — (Posted July 10, 2025)
Sharron J. Logan Sharron J. Logan, 77, of New Castle went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at IU Health Ball Hospital. She was born February 5, 1948 in New Castle to the late T. R. Logan and Yettiva (Thompson) Wade. Sharron was a 1966 graduate of New Castle High School. She attended Mt. […] — (Posted July 10, 2025)
Glenda “Sue” Charles Glenda “Sue” Charles, 77, formerly of New Castle passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at IU Health, Ball Memorial Hospital after a long hard-fought battle with cancer. She was born January 31, 1948 in New Castle to Ora and Sarah (Haney) Egan. Sue was employed as a property manager for 50 years at various locations. […] — (Posted July 9, 2025)
Clay Linginfelter Clay Spencer Linginfelter of Indianapolis passed away from natural causes on Saturday July 5, 2025. He was 61 years old. Clay was born in Richmond, Indiana on Sept. 10, 1963 and spent his childhood in Dublin, Indiana.  A 1982 graduate of Lincoln High School in Cambridge City, Indiana, Clay also attended classes at Indiana University […] — (Posted July 9, 2025)
John Gordon White John Gordon White, 66, of Knightstown, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Henry Community Health. He was born November 28, 1958 in New Castle, the son of Denzil and Joan (Gordon) White. John was a 1977 graduate of Knightstown High School and a 1981 graduate of Purdue University with a Mechanical Technology degree. He […] — (Posted July 9, 2025)
Thomas Revalee BENTONVILLE – Thomas C. Revalee, 76, passed away in the early morning hours of July 4th, 2025 at The Springs in Richmond, Indiana.  A son of the late Ernest and Helen (Wessler) Revalee, Thomas was born on August 11th, 1948, in Connersville, Indiana. He graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1966. Formerly […] — (Posted July 9, 2025)
Martha E. Mantooth Martha Elizabeth Mantooth, 87, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, at Arlington Place Health Campus. She was born on September 14, 1937, in Indianapolis, IN to the late Mike and Carrie (Davis) Garland. Martha dedicated her life to serving others, sharing her spunky and feisty spirit with everyone she encountered. Her career […] — (Posted July 9, 2025)
Gregory Scott Ehlers ZIONSVILLE, Ind. – Gregory Scott Ehlers, age 64, of Zionsville, Indiana, died Monday, July 7, 2025, at home. Born August 22, 1960, in Canton, Ohio, to Donald E. and Nancy Lee Speicher Ehlers, Greg’s family moved to Carmel, Indiana, where he graduated from high school. He received a bachelor’s in business from Indiana University and […] — (Posted July 8, 2025)
Robert “Bob” Fast Robert “Bob” Irvin Fast age 83, of Hagerstown, Indiana, passed away July 5, 2025, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. Bob was the son of Irvin A. Fast and Dorothy M. (Martin) Fast. He was born in Richmond, Virginia, on December 8, 1941. He married the love of his life, Dixie J. Fogt, July 27, […] — (Posted July 8, 2025)
Roger Dennis Clark Roger Dennis Clark, 72, of Shirley passed away Monday, July 7, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 26, 1952 in New Castle, the son of Joseph Orborn and Ada Beatrice (Riley) Clark. Roger worked at Fields Auto Parts for over 30 years, and also worked at Major Hospital […] — (Posted July 8, 2025)
Rosalee Wilmot RICHMOND, Ind. – Rosalee Wilmot, age 68, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Reid Health, surrounded by her family. Born May 9, 1957, in Richmond, Indiana, to Russell and Leota Bowles Cunagin, Rosalee was a life-long resident of Richmond. She was a 1975 graduate of Richmond High School, and […] — (Posted July 8, 2025)
Ronald A. Weadick Ronald A. Weadick, age 78, passed away at Dayton VA Hospital on July 7, 2025. He was born February 27, 1947, the son of Charles View full obituary — (Posted July 8, 2025)