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.

Ramona Ann Owens Ramona Ann Owens passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Carolyn Sue Krause Full obituary coming soon… — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Ramona Ann Pitts Owens Ramona Ann Pitts Owens passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Nancy Kathryn O’Dell Nancy Kathryn Byrket O’Dell, entered her heavenly home on July 1st at the age of 95. She was born on December 11, 1930, in New Lisbon, IN to the late Carl Dennis and Stella (Knox) Dennis. Nancy was a born-again Christian who loved sharing her faith with others. She enjoyed spending winters in Florida near […] — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Judith Ann Miller Obituary pending… There will be no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with final arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the online guestbook at www.communityfamilyfh.com. — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Linda Swango Linda Swango passed away at Reid Health Richmond on Wednesday July 1, 2026, at the age of 80. Linda was born on June 16, 1946, in Bicknell, Indiana, the daughter of the late William Cargal and Elizabeth (Honaker) Cargal Harvey. On August 20, 1966, at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, Linda married the love of her […] — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Ernesto R. Bello Ernesto R. Bello, 66, of rural Hagerstown, passed away unexpectedly at his home, June 30, 2026. He was born June 6, 1960, in Xilitla, S.L.P., Mexico to the late Rafael and Alicia (Rios) Bello. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Prudencia Bello, Phoenix, AZ; two sons, Juan (Bobbie) Bello of Hagerstown, and Julio […] — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Laurence “Larry” E. Maddux Laurence “Larry” Eugene Maddux, 82, of Richmond, IN passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026. He was born to the late Eugene Forrest and Ruth LaPearl (Kelly) Maddux on September 8, 1943, in Springfield, OH. He married his beloved wife of 60 years, Marlene (Dankworth) Maddux, on October 16, 1966, she survives to cherish his […] — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Gene F. White Gene F. White, 88, of Hagerstown, passed away at Reid Health on Monday, June 29, 2026. Gene was born in New Paris, Ohio on August 29, 1937, to Charles E. & Anna Oveta Brawley White. He was a graduate of Jefferson High School in New Paris. Gene formerly worked at Hill’s Roses and was a […] — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Vergie Mae (Jennings) Markley Vergie Mae (Jennings) Markley, age 88, of Richmond, Indiana, died peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2026, at Reid Health after a sudden illness with her family by her side. Vergie was born in Rock Castle County, Kentucky, on November 26, 1937, at home to Mattie and Arthur Jennings. She was the fourth of five children. […] — (Posted July 2, 2026)

Greg Allen Swallow Greg Allen Swallow, age 53, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born on August 21, 1972, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Beverly (Wysong) Settles. In addition to his mother, Greg was preceded in death by his grandparents, Andrew and Josephine Wysong; his aunt, Carol […] — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Ricky A. Shelton Ricky "Rick" A. Shelton, 63, of New Castle passed away Monday, June 29, 2026 at his residence. He was born February 11, 1963 in New Castle to the late Ed and Thelma (Gordon) Shelton. Rick was proud of his service in the United States National Guard. He retired from New Castle Stainless, formerly OutoKumpu, where […] — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Pamela Sue Phillips Pamela Sue “Pam” Phillips, beloved mother, grandmother, friend, and devoted community member, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. She was born on February 6, 1949, in Sturgis, Michigan. Her 77 years were marked by unwavering faith, compassion for others, and steadfast service to those around her. A 1967 graduate of […] — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Linda Louise Cline Linda Louise (Longnecker) Cline, 79, of Dublin passed away Tuesday afternoon, June 30, 2026, at the Waters of New Castle. A daughter of the late James Edward and Ruby Fern (Rudisell) Longnecker, Linda was born on May 25, 1947, in Wayne County, Indiana. A lifelong resident of the Western Wayne community, Linda was a graduate […] — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Susan Jane Robinson RICHMOND, IN– Susan Jane Robinson, 78, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 22, 2026, at home with her three daughters by her side. Sue was born on May 23, 1948, in Saratoga Springs, New York to Shirley and Willis Dingmon. She married the love of her life and childhood sweetheart, Richard Robinson, […] — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Fanny Sue Burden Obituary and Arrangements Pending — (Posted July 1, 2026)

William Charles Stouffer, III Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Donald Owen Shipp Donald Owen Shipp, 91, of Connersville, passed away Saturday morning, June 27, 2026, at Majestic Care Connersville. A son of the late John Owen and Naomi Pearl McConahay Shipp, Donald was born on September 7, 1934, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He attended Warren Central schools where he completed his education. A proud veteran of the United […] — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Woodroe “Woody” Thomas Jones, Jr. Woodroe "Woody" Thomas Jones, Jr., age 81, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at his residence in the presence of his loved ones. He was born September 7, 1944 in Charleston, WV to the late Woodroe Thomas Jones, Sr. and Loraine Mullins Jones. He was well known in the water […] — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Kathy Colleen Waddell Kathy Colleen Waddell, 72, of Connersville, went home to be with her Lord Tuesday morning, June 30, 2026, at her home. A life-long resident of the area, Kathy was born August 3, 1953, one of six children of William and Sue (Goins) Lakes. On November 22, 1971, she married Danny Waddell, who passed away from […] — (Posted July 1, 2026)

Dorothy V. Gaerke Dorothy Veronica Gaerke, age 98, of Fort Recovery, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at her home. She was born on January 8, 1928, in Cassella, Ohio to the late August and Veronica (Langenkamp) Otte. In addition to her parents, Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, Bernard George Gaerke, whom she married […] — (Posted June 30, 2026)

Lester Wayne Yoder Lester Wayne Yoder, age 83, of Greenville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. He was born on March 1, 1943, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Rufus Yoder and Berla (Boone) Yoder. In addition to his parents, Lester was preceded in death by his siblings, Omar (Doloris) Yoder, Lester (Joan) Mohler, Carl (Phyllis) […] — (Posted June 30, 2026)

Maurine G. Shook CENTERVILLE, IN– Maurine Good Shook, age 84, of Centerville, Indiana, died Monday, June 29, 2026, at Reid Health. Maurine was born April 9, 1942, in Paris, Illinois to James Leslie and Alice Maxine Hall Good. She was a 1960 graduate of Centerville High School and earned a degree in elementary education from Butler University in […] — (Posted June 30, 2026)

Robert Eugene “Bobby” Stover RICHMOND, IN– Robert Eugene “Bobby” Stover, age 87, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Monday, June 29, 2026, at Rosebud Village surrounded by his family. Born February 28, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert “Bud” and Lena Stover, Bobby lived in Richmond all of his life. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1957. Bobby served […] — (Posted June 30, 2026)

Ty A. Thompson Ty A. Thompson 55 of Richmond passed away unexpectedly June 27, 2026, at Reid Health. He was born on July 6, 1970, in Richmond to Terry Lee and Brenda Lou Jones Thompson and lived here most of his life. Ty formerly worked as a golf instructor at Dogwood Hills Golf Resort in Osage, Missouri and […] — (Posted June 30, 2026)

Payten Leigh Gross Payten Leigh Gross, 33, of Liberty, IN gained her angel wings on Saturday June 27, 2026, in her home surrounded by her parents, family and the bestest of friends. She was born on December 14, 1992, in Richmond, IN, the daughter of Tommy Gross and Trisha (Dingwerth) Miller. Payten attended Centerville and Union County Schools, […] — (Posted June 30, 2026)

Stanley Jajuga Stanley Jajuga of Liberty passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, June 25, 2026 in Richmond, IN at the age of 80. He was born on February 16, 1946 in Germany, the son of the late Roman and Teresa Jajuga. On a beautiful spring day, April 5, 1975 Stan married the love his […] — (Posted June 30, 2026)

Robert B. Armacost Robert "Bob" Blayne Armacost met his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 29, surrounded by his three daughters. He was reunited with his deeply missed and dearly loved wife, Carol, along with the family and friends who preceded him in death. Bob, a devoted husband, father, and beloved Papa, was born on November 2, 1929, […] — (Posted June 29, 2026)

Norman Green Sr. Norman Dale Green, affectionately known to the family and friends as Norm and lovingly called “Pappaw” by his older grandchildren and “Paps” by his youngest grandchildren passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on June 24, 2026, at the age of 85. Norman was born on December 12, 1940, in College Corner, Ohio to Robert […] — (Posted June 29, 2026)

Betty L. Duvall Betty L. Duvall, formerly of Sulphur Springs, Indiana, passed away in the early morning hours of June 23, 2026, at her home in Shreveport, Louisiana, following a year-long battle with Multiple Myeloma. Betty was a native of central Indiana and lived in Blountsville, Mooreland, New Castle, and Sulphur Springs before moving to Shreveport, Louisiana, to […] — (Posted June 29, 2026)