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.

Frank Duane Lane RICHMOND, Ind. – Frank Duane Lane, age 86, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025, at home, surrounded by family. Born May 8, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana, to Edgar C. and Dondena Spencer Lane, Frank lived in Richmond most of his life. He was a 1957 graduate of Richmond High School. After graduation, […] — (Posted June 16, 2025)

Joseph A. Miller Joseph A. Miller, of West College Corner, Indiana, passed away with his family by his side on Sunday June 15, 2025 at the age of View full obituary — (Posted June 16, 2025)

Marilyn Lee Collins Marilyn Lee Collins, 93 of Connersville passed away Monday evening, June 9, 2025 at Reid Health Richmond. She was born August 7, 1931 in Connersville, the daughter of John Isaac and Margaret Durham Hall and was a graduate of Connersville High School. In 1966, she was married to Donald E. Collins, Mr. Collins died April […] — (Posted June 16, 2025)

Connie P. (Ragan) Martin Connie P. (Ragan) Martin, 78, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Saturday, June 14, 2025, following an extended illness. She was born on June 11, 1947, in Alpha, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Oscar and Gladys Pearl (Owens) Ragan. Connie was a 1965 graduate of Walter […] — (Posted June 16, 2025)

Jack Tressler John “Jack” Tressler, 84, of Connersville, passed away late Friday morning, June 13, 2025 at Heritage House of Connersville. One of three children of John “June” and Agnes Kavanaugh Tressler, Jack was born in Connersville on March 15, 1941. On April 15, 1959, Jack married the former Donna Fox in Connersville. Mrs. Tressler passed away […] — (Posted June 16, 2025)

Phillip R. Stewart Phillip R. Stewart, 87, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, at The Waters of New Castle. He was born on November 21, 1937, in Attica, IN, to the late Roy and Mildred (Wendel) Stewart. Phillip led a life characterized by kindness, gentleness, and a laid-back spirit that earned him the affection of all who […] — (Posted June 16, 2025)

John F. Munden John F. Munden, 91, of Carthage passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Morristown Manor. He was born on November 11, 1933 in Shelby County, IN a son of the late Loren and Ruth E. (White) Munden. A 1952 graduate of Carthage High School, John went on to serve his country honorably in the […] — (Posted June 15, 2025)

Radley Kent Harlin Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted June 14, 2025)

Noel E. Burton Noel Edward Burton, 93, of Hagerstown, died Friday, June 13, 2025, at Reid Health. He was born in Randolph County on July 15, 1931 to Ralph Edward and Thelma Esther (Jennings) Burton. He was a 1949 graduate of Mooreland High School and a graduate of Ball State University. He served with the US Air Force. […] — (Posted June 13, 2025)

Marge Weller Marge Weller, age 97, died Friday, June 13, 2025, at Friends Fellowship Community in Richmond. Stegall-Berheide-Orr Funeral Home is handling arrangements and will announce service View full obituary — (Posted June 13, 2025)

Pauline Chaney Pauline Chaney, age 97, of Richmond, Indiana, passed peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Born November 8, 1927, in Cynthiana, Kentucky, to Grover and Hazel Wagoner, Pauline lived in Richmond the majority of her life. She was a homemaker and had worked at the Knights Inn. Pauline enjoyed arts […] — (Posted June 13, 2025)

Charles (Ike) Isaacs Estes Charles Isaac Estes (Ike) passed away at Brookdale Assisted Living on June 10, 2025. He was born September 15, 1931, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Minnie View full obituary — (Posted June 13, 2025)

Robin S. Bruner Robin S. (Wicker) Bruner, age 69, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at her home. She was born on April 15, 1956, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Herbert "Gib" Wicker and Agnes (Bailey) Wicker Florence. After her father's death, Robin was also raised by her late stepfather, Carl […] — (Posted June 13, 2025)

Loyd Thomas “Tom” Coffman Loyd Thomas “Tom” Coffman, 84, of Spiceland passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 at his residence. He was born April 28, 1941 in Rush County, a son of Loyd and Mary Elizabeth (Lockridge) Coffman. Tom retired from Guide Lamp in Anderson, was a Spiceland rural postal carrier and farmed in Henry County with his father […] — (Posted June 13, 2025)

Monte Jay Jackson Monte Jay Jackson, 72, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully. Born in New Castle on July 23, 1952, Monte was a cherished son, father, brother, friend, teacher, and musician who left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Monte graduated from Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School in 1970 and went […] — (Posted June 13, 2025)

Lillian Joyce Dishner Lillian Joyce Dishner passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025 at the age of 101 ½. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on December 13, 1923 to James Benjamin Dishner and Verna Blanch (Houser) Dishner. She graduated from Franklin Township High School, class of 1942. She first worked for Richmond Baking Company before being hired […] — (Posted June 12, 2025)

Robert E. Crane Robert E. Crane, age 93 of New Paris, Ohio died Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Brookdale of Greenville, Ohio. Born on May 8, 1932, in Richmond Indiana he was the son of the late Charles & Corrine A. (Seal) Crane. Robert served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked at Avco Corporation […] — (Posted June 12, 2025)

Elsie Clontz Elsie E. Clontz, 77, of Connersville, passed on Tuesday June 10, 2025 at Caroleton Manor in Connersville, Indiana. She was born in Connersville, Indiana on March 20, 1948 to Marge Mitchell and lived her entire life in this area. Elsie loved shopping at Goodwill for baby dolls and eating at Burger King. Elsie is […] — (Posted June 12, 2025)

Addie Malone Addie Malone, 92, passed away on June 8, 2025. She was born September 10, 1932 in Murfreesboro, Tenn. View full obituary — (Posted June 12, 2025)

Geraldean Rucker Geraldean “Jerri” Rucker, 81, of Arlington, IN, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family and those who loved her. She was born May 10, 1944 in New Castle, IN, to the late Glen David and Eldred Florence (Hamilton) McIntosh. Jerri graduated from Mays High School in 1962 and […] — (Posted June 12, 2025)

Malcolm Kenneth Merkamp Malcolm Kenneth Merkamp, age 80 of Centerville, IN passed away Tuesday, June 10th. He was born in Richmond, IN on September 21st, 1944 to Kenneth and Alma Merkamp. In loving memory of Malcolm, whose heart was rooted in the land. A lifelong farmer, He found joy in every sunrise over the fields and peace in […] — (Posted June 12, 2025)

Callie Lynne Kennedy Callie Lynne Kennedy, age 74, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on June 10, 2025. She was born October 13, 1950, the View full obituary — (Posted June 12, 2025)

Richard Frame Richard W. Frame, 81, formerly of Webster, passed away on Monday, June 9, in Dayton, Ohio. Richard was born in Richmond, Indiana on July 22, 1943, the son of Raymond A. & Mary Alice Keys Frame. He was a 1961 graduate of Webster High School. Richard worked at Belden for 10 years. […] — (Posted June 11, 2025)

Rex Bradshaw Rex Bradshaw, age 67 of Richmond passed away peacefully at his residence. He was born in Muncie, Indiana on February 21, 1958. He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather Wilmer and Phyllis Bradshaw as well as his brother Ron Bradshaw. He was also survived by his stepsister Marcia Cowan. Rex worked for […] — (Posted June 11, 2025)

Kathleen Mae Kramer Kathleen Mae Kramer, age 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at The Willows of New Castle. She was born on January 27, 1941, in Allegan, Michigan, the daughter of the late Alvin George and Lucy (McBride) Kramer. Kathleen’s life was marked by a deep love of music, education, and family. A gifted […] — (Posted June 11, 2025)

Sherry L. Dunlap Sherry Louise (nee Sellers) Dunlap passed away, at home, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 10:45 pm, surrounded by her husband and children, and into the presence of God. Sherry, 63, was born July 6, 1961, in Parkersburg WV, to William Burl Sellers and Charlotte Nuwanna Sellers, who preceded her in death. She grew up, […] — (Posted June 11, 2025)

Laurie Suzanne “Sue” Ross Laurie Suzanne “Sue” Ross, 70, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton. She was born on December 7, 1954 in Richmond, Indiana. Sue was a 1973 Eaton High School graduate, Eaton United Church of Christ, lifelong piano player, enjoyed painting with acrylics, antiques and thrifting and […] — (Posted June 10, 2025)

Beverly A. Paul Beverly Ann (Charlie) Paul, of New Lisbon went home to be with our Heavenly Father following a 15-year prolonged battle with Alzheimer’s disease on the evening of June 7, 2025. Daughter of the late Roy and Josephine (Cushman) Claar born in North Lewisburg, Ohio on February 5,1943. She graduated from Straughn High School in 1961, […] — (Posted June 10, 2025)

Alan Golliher CAMBRIDGE CITY- Alan Lee Golliher, born in Richmond, Indiana on October 6, 1942, to Joseph and Frances (Ryman) Golliher, passed away peacefully Monday morning June 9, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond, while under hospice care after several months of declining health. Alan was a 1961 graduate of Lincoln High School in Cambridge City, where […] — (Posted June 10, 2025)

Rosemary Rodgers On June 6th, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, Rosemary Rodgers peacefully entered eternal rest to be with her husband. Rosemary was known for her kind heart, loving smile and her beautiful blue eyes. She worked for several years as a dietary aide at Golden Rule where she thoroughly enjoyed her role and took great […] — (Posted June 10, 2025)