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.
James Henry DeLucio Jr. James Henry DeLucio Jr. passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted October 3, 2025)
April M. Brummett April Marie (Loveless) Brummett, 48, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. She was born on October 6, 1976, to Don and Linda Loveless, and was a proud graduate of New Castle High School in 1995.  In her younger years, April worked at Motivated Ladies, Pizza King, and […] — (Posted October 3, 2025)
Sue Miller Sue Ann Cushing Miller, 88 of Connersville passed into the arms of Jesus on October 2, 2025. She was born to Jesse and Dorothy Cushing View full obituary — (Posted October 3, 2025)
Vesta Irene Redick Vesta Irene Redick was born February 3rd, 1936, and went to her heavenly home on September 30, 2025, after a long illness. She was the daughter of James Logan and Rose (Barnes) Marcum. Vesta was lovingly known as Tootie to her family and very close friends. She was married to Charles Eugene Redick for 52 […] — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Thomas Christopher Kanke CENTERVILLE, IN– Thomas Christopher Kanke, age 59, of Centerville, Indiana, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born October 6, 1965, in Richmond, Indiana, to Thomas and Joyce McNamara Kanke, Tom lived in this community his entire life. He graduated from Ivy Tech and worked as a tool & die maker […] — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Shannon Marie Reeves 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 View full obituary — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Nancy Ellen Rogers Nancy Ellen Rogers (1943 – 2025) Now rejoicing before the throne of God and forever with our Lord Jesus Christ, Nancy Ellen Rogers is free. Born to John and Norma Harter of New Castle, Indiana, Nancy was the oldest of three children, followed by her sister Zeta and brother Barry. After graduating from high school, […] — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Diane Gromosiak Diane Slonaker Gromosiak, age 74, of Germantown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, surrounded by family at Hospice of Dayton. She was born on August 29, 1951 in Richmond, Indiana and was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Diane will be remembered for her unwavering kindness and deep love for her family […] — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Bobbie C Stirnichuk Bobbie C. Stirnichuk, 88, of Penitas, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on the evening of Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at the home of her nephew in Mooreland. She had just moved from Texas to New Castle this past weekend. She was born on September 7, 1937, in Durham, North Carolina… — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Abigail Marie Snyder Abigail “Abby” Marie Snyder, age 27, of Eaton, OH passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025. She was born July 29, 1998 in Yuma, Arizona to James and Cynthia Snyder. Abby was a 2017 graduate of Eaton High School. She was a licensed Optician at Walmart in Eaton. She loved color, especially her yellow Dr. […] — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Edward “Eddy” Carle Tucker RICHMOND, Ind. – Edward Carle Tucker, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born November 22, 1945, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert Earl and Barbra Carle Tucker, Eddy was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a graduate of Richmond High School and Indiana University. Eddy worked […] — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Amy Marie King Amy Marie King, 50, of Connersville, Indiana, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born in Richmond, Indiana, on August 8, 1975, to Dallas Carlton and Donna Hunter Carlton and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1993. On September 27, 1998, she married the […] — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Earnest L. Wysong Jr. Earnest L. Wysong Jr., of Winchester, passed away on September 29, 2025, at Reid Health. He was born on January 1, 1952, in Winchester, to View full obituary — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Catherine V. Arroyo Pending View full obituary — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Vickie Lynn Towns Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Fredette E. Cash Fredette E. Cash passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Pamela Dianne (Henderson) Updike WALKERTOWN, NORTH CAROLINA – Pamela Dianne Henderson Updike, 52, of Walkertown, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Forsyth Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.  Pamela was born on January 24, 1973, in Richmond, IN, to Ronald and Nancy Henderson. She was an accountant at Quality Oil and attended Poplar Springs […] — (Posted September 30, 2025)
John Robert Cooksey John Robert Cooksey, of Connersville entered the gates of heaven on Monday September 29, 2025 at the age of 90. He was born on June View full obituary — (Posted September 30, 2025)
Ethel M. Cordell Ethel M. Cordell 84 of Richmond died September 25, 2025 at The Willows. she was born March 28, 1841 in Richmond to Lawrence and Mary View full obituary — (Posted September 30, 2025)
Ethan Matthew Heath With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Ethan Matthew Heath, who left us far too soon at the age of 17. He was born on November 21,2007 in Henry County, to Matthew Heath and Ashley Gwinn-Mosier. Ethan was a bright light in the lives of those who knew him, and his love for life […] — (Posted September 30, 2025)
Joy Elizabeth Sitler Joy Elizabeth Sitler, of Knightstown passed away on September 27, at the age of 30. Joy was a prolific singer-songwriter, a multi-instrumentalist, and an all-around caring person. Joy was a 2013 graduate of Lincoln High School in Cambridge City, where she was the school’s first recipient of the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award. While in high […] — (Posted September 29, 2025)
Kimberly Sue Shaffer Kimberly Sue Shaffer, 53, of New Madison, passed away at her home on Sunday, September 28, 2025. She was born on December 25, 1971, in Greenville to Thomas A. and Shirley (Rhoades) Bruner. In addition to her parents, Kim is lovingly remembered by her husband, James "JD" Shaffer, and their beloved children: Remington J. (Caitlin) […] — (Posted September 29, 2025)
Willis Lewis Willis Lewis, age 87, of Camden, OH passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Hospice of Hamilton. He was born February 3, 1938 in Blaze, KY, son of the late Lizzie (Edward) Perry and Leslie Lewis. Willis retired from Westvaco Company in Eaton after 35 years of employment. He enjoyed hunting and fishing; loved […] — (Posted September 29, 2025)
David Lee Riggs David L. Riggs, 68, formerly of Connersville, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025 at his home in Muncie, Indiana. A son of Robert and Phyllis Ann Timmons Riggs, David was born on July 13, 1957 in Connersville and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1975. He earned his bachelor’s degree in marketing […] — (Posted September 29, 2025)
Mary P. Ferguson Mary P. Ferguson, age 95, went home to her Savior, Jesus Christ on September 26, 2025 at Henry Community Health after a brief illness. She was born May 25, 1930 in Modoc, Kentucky. Her Parents were Delton Garner and Ida (Holman) Garner. Her mother died when she was 3 years old and her father married […] — (Posted September 29, 2025)
Jacqueline Sue Cross Jacqueline Sue Cross, 95, of Mooreland passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the Waters of New Castle. She was born September 20, 1930 in Muncie to the late Vergil “Barney” and Edna (Smith) Black. Sue was a 1948 graduate of Muncie Central High School, where she was a cheerleader. Loving to tap dance and […] — (Posted September 29, 2025)
Robert Anthony Parks Robert Anthony “Tony” Parks, 84, a resident of Springport passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025. He was born December 19, 1940 in San Diego, CA to the late Roy Robert and Georgia Lee (Beckner) Parks. Tony graduated from Point Loma High School in San Diego and graduated from the University of Missouri at Rolla in […] — (Posted September 28, 2025)
Kenneth W. Benbow Kenneth “Kenny” W. Benbow, born on January 30, 1960, peacefully passed away on September 25, 2025, at the age of 65. He was born in New Castle, IN, to the late Larry Benbow and Darlene (Williams) Alderson. Kenny was a proud graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He completed his education in 1978 and […] — (Posted September 28, 2025)
Rosemary “Rosie” Smith Rosemary “Rosie” Smith, age 84, of Eaton, OH and formerly of Indianapolis and French Lick, IN, passed away peacefully at home on September 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and those that loved her. Born on August 6, 1941 in French Lick to the late Charles Wesley and Louisa (Clark) Daugherty, Rosemary […] — (Posted September 27, 2025)
Boyd Dee Thompson Boyd Dee Thompson, age 63, passed away at his residence on September 22, 2025. He was born January 22, 1962, the son of Richard Thompson View full obituary — (Posted September 27, 2025)