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.

Carrie A. Coning Carrie A. Coning, age 84, of Eldorado, OH passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at the Kettering Medical Center in Kettering, OH. She was born May 21, 1942 in New Madison,OH to the late Hiram and Elma Mae (Shewman) Mogle. Carrie enjoyed growing flowers and gardening; and was an excellent cook, especially known for […] — (Posted June 5, 2026)

Janet L. Crabtree Janet L. Crabtree, 69, of Muncie, entered into eternal life on May 29, 2026, with several loved ones by her side after an extended illness. She lived in Hillsboro, IN and attended Blue River Valley Schools, later living in the New Castle area before making Bronston and Albany, KY her home for several years. Janet […] — (Posted June 5, 2026)

Sylvia L. Menger Sylvia L. Menger, age 88, of Greenville, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Greenville Care Center. She was born on January 7, 1938, in Dayton, to the late Kenneth and Elizabeth (Wamboldt) Oler. In addition to her parents, Sylvia is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth G. Menger; and her brother, Bill […] — (Posted June 5, 2026)

Irvin “Slick” Wilson Irvin “Slick” Wilson, 84, of New Castle, died on June 2, 2026.He was born on November 27, 1941, in Indianapolis to Irvin and Dorothy (Donaldson) Wilson.Survivors include his wife, Carol Wilson; three daughters, Amy (Sonny) DeWitte, Toni (Buddy) Howard, and Cheryl (Bob) Zielinski;… — (Posted June 5, 2026)

Dr. Joseph Paul “Joe” Huffman Dr. Joseph Paul “Joe” Huffman, 49, of New Castle, passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 31, 2026, following a sudden heart condition.Joe was born on June 16, 1976, in New Castle, Indiana, to Paul and Carol (Huffman) Huffman. A 1994 graduate of Tri Junior-… — (Posted June 5, 2026)

Deborah Ann Ingalls It is with sadness and much love that we announce the passing of Deborah Ann (Walker) Ingalls, who left us peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the age of 77 on June 3, 2026. Born in Mobile, Alabama, she grew up in Wildwood, Illinois, and eventually followed the sunshine to Avon Park, Florida, where […] — (Posted June 5, 2026)

Christina Marie Richardson Christina Marie Richardson, 67, of New Castle, passed away Thursday evening, June 4, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. A daughter of John Edward Powell and Linda Daub Lund, Christina was born on February 2, 1959, in Connersville and graduated from Richmond High School with the class of 1977. Christina was a […] — (Posted June 5, 2026)

Michael A. Clark Obituary and arrangements pending… — (Posted June 5, 2026)

Toby A. Gordon Toby A. Gordon passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted June 4, 2026)

James A. “Jamie” Thompson, Jr. James A. “Jamie” Thompson, Jr. age 49 of Eaton, Ohio, died Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Kettering Hospital in Kettering, Ohio. Born March 28, 1977, in Richmond, Indiana, Jamie was the son of the late James A. & Ann E. (McClellan) Thompson. He was a 1996 Eaton High School graduate and had worked with the […] — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Sharon K. Mills Sharon K. (Garver) Mills age 81 formerly of Hamilton, Ohio died on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at her daughter’s residence in Eaton. Born on January 2, 1945, in Butler County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Charles O. & Amanda E. (Palmer) Garver. Preceded in death by her Husband of 57 years Donald A. Mills, […] — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Kenneth Lee Sawyer Kenneth Lee Sawyer, 69, passed away on June 3, 2026, at the home of his daughter in Blanchester, Ohio, following an extended illness. One of three children of Claude Sawyer and Peggy Brandenburg Sawyer, Kenneth was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on December 13, 1956. He graduated from Short High School in Liberty, Indiana. On July […] — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Marcia K. Favorite Marcia K. Favorite, 81, of Lynn, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Tuesday evening, June 2. She was born on March 2, 1945, in Winchester, Indiana to Virgil & Gertrude Faye (Bales) Van Tyle. She attended Lynn High School and was a proud Bulldog. Marcia was a homemaker. She also worked […] — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Larry Keith Gumm Larry K. Gumm, 75, of Pershing, passed away unexpectedly at home on June 2nd, 2026. While his passing was unexpected, those who knew the depth of his love for his beloved wife, Jeanne, feel that his broken heart longed to be with her again after her recent passing on May 5th, 2026. Larry was born […] — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Betty Ruth Hogan Huse Betty Ruth Hogan Huse, 97, of Connersville, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday morning, June 2, 2026, at Hickory Creek of Connersville. One of ten children of Alphonso and Clara Vale, Betty was born on August 16, 1928, in Bicknell, Indiana. She attended school through the twelfth grade and later completed cosmetology […] — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Bob Maxwell Robert Allan Maxwell passed away on Wednesday June 3, 2026, while a patient at Majestic Care of Connersville at the age of 85. Bob was born in Davenport, Iowa on April 27, 1941, one of six children of George Allen and Alice Louise (Kronernberg) Maxwell. In May of 1962, Bob was united in marriage to […] — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Betty D. Pruett Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the guestbook at www.communityfamilyfh.com — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Steven Dixon Steve Dixon passed away at home on May 23rd, 2026. He was born on November 4th, 1962, in Richmond, Indiana, the son of Bob Dixon and Reba Duncan. Steve was a resident of Richmond, Indiana. He was employed at D&S Tires. Steve enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching TV, and football. He was very funny, always making […] — (Posted June 4, 2026)

Jeanette Kay “Showalter” Stewart Jeanette Kay (Showalter) Stewart, 73, of New Castle, left this world to be with her Jesus early Sunday morning, May 31, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Born on February 9, 1953, in New Castle, Indiana, Jeanette was the daughter of the late Beatrice Joyce (Sandlin) Rig… — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Irvin “Slick” Wilson Irvin “Slick” Wilson, 84, of New Castle, passed away at his home on the evening of Tuesday, June 2, 2026. He was born on November 27, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of the late Irvin L. and Dorothy (Donaldson) Wilson. A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps,… — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Jayne Jones Barstow CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Jayne Jones Barstow, age 76, of Centerville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at home. Born July 10, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana, to Dee and Carolyn Marshall-Mills Jones, Jayne returned to Indiana after living in Houston and Austin Texas for 20 years. She was an attorney that focused on family […] — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Bruce Alan Rudicil Bruce Alan Rudicil, 66, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday morning, June 2, 2026, at Heritage House of Connersville. A son of Bobby D. Rudicil and Betty Bernice Roland Wells, Bruce was born on June 12, 1959, in New Castle, Indiana. He grew up in Spiceland, Indiana, and attended school through the […] — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Joyce Roberts Joyce Roberts passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Kyrie Thompson RICHMOND, IN– Kyrie Thompson, age 21 days, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at St. Vincent’s Women’s Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born May 12, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana, to Kenyon Thompson and Jasmine Petitt. Survivors include his parents; sisters, Azalea Petitt and Kamiya Thompson; brother, Kalyjah Thompson; grandparents, Amanda […] — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Dr. Joseph Paul Huffman Dr. Joseph Paul “Joe” Huffman, 49, of New Castle, passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 31, 2026, following a sudden heart condition. Joe was born on June 16, 1976, in New Castle, Indiana, to Paul and Carol (Huffman) Huffman. From an early age, he was dr… — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Bobby Dale Welch Bobby Dale Welch, 90, of New Castle, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, May 29, 2026, at Addison Place.Born on October 2, 1935, in New Castle, Indiana, Bob was the son of the late William Henry and Dortha Carol (Reece) Welch. A lifelong resident of the a… — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Martha Lea York Martha Lea York, 75, of Spiceland passed away Monday, June 1, 2026 at Henry Community Health. She was born February 10, 1951 in Monticello, Kentucky to the late Oral and Colene (Asberry) Catron. Martha had a dedicated career in the restaurant industry as the operator of the Spiceland Family Restaurant and the Wagon Wheel Restaurant, […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Jeanette Kay (Showalter) Stewart Jeanette Kay (Showalter) Stewart, 73, of New Castle, left this world to be with her Jesus early Sunday morning, May 31, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.Born on February 9, 1953, in New Castle, Indiana, Jeanette was the daughter of the late Beatrice Joyce (Sandlin) Riggs… — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Patty Hunt Milton – Patty Ann Hunt, 70, of Milton passed away at her home on Sunday May 31st, 2026. A daughter of the late Thomas Tomlin and Martha Allan, Patricia was born in Connersville, Indiana on July 25th, 1955. She worked at Johns-Manville in Richmond prior to the Village Pantry in Cambridge City and retiring from […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Alice Marie Mastin Alice Marie Mastin, 87, of New Castle passed away on Monday June 1, 2026, at the Willows of New Castle. She was born on July 31, 1938, in New Castle to the late Herman Amburgey and Pansey (Griffey) Hughes. A 1956 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, Alice then attended New Castle Business College. […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)