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.
Elaine Huysman Elaine Huysman, age 68 of Lewisburg OH died peacefully at home on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Born on April 24, 1957, in Ravenna OH, she was the daughter of the late David Roy & Nancy (Duckworth) Propst and stepfather, Robert Minchin. Elaine graduated from Northmont High School in 1975. She married Keith Huysman on March […] — (Posted December 10, 2025)
Carmen M. Linderman Carmen M. Linderman passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted December 9, 2025)
Fern E. Ludy Fern E. Ludy, age 96, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton Healthcare Center. She was born September 7, 1929 in Preble County to the late Everett and Gladys (Pence) Poos. Fern farmed with her husband Donald in Preble County for many years; and was a member of […] — (Posted December 9, 2025)
Gean A. Criswell Gean A. Criswell, 83, of Straughn passed away unexpectedly Monday, December 8, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond. He was born on April 27, 1942, in Monticello, Kentucky to the late Alvin Jason and Amanda "Mandi" (Simpson) Criswell. He attended Union Modoc High School and was also a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving his […] — (Posted December 9, 2025)
Dorothy Joan Phenis Dorothy Joan Phenis passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted December 9, 2025)
Gregory Scott Horn RICHMOND, IN– Gregory Scott Horn, age 55, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, December 6, 2025, at home. Born February 3, 1970, in Richmond, Indiana, to Julius and Carolyn Sue Johnson Horn, Greg lived in this community all of his life. He attended Centerville High School and was employed in the restaurant business. Greg enjoyed camping, […] — (Posted December 9, 2025)
Elois Eichhorn Elois Eichhorn, age 83, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. She was born December 7, 1942 in Middletown, OH to the late Clarence and Polly (Banks) Mayes. She loved crocheting, crafting and spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was […] — (Posted December 9, 2025)
A. James Gero A. James Gero, 64, of Connersville, passed away Friday afternoon, December 5, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond. One of two children of A.J. and Lynn Bauhaus Gero, James was born January 19, 1961, in Pennsylvania and was a 1979 graduate of Rushville Consolidated High School. James worked in residential construction for many years. He […] — (Posted December 9, 2025)
Daniel Burt Mobley Daniel Burt Mobley, age 73, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday evening, December 2, 2025 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He was born March 17,1952 in New Castle, a son of the late Burt Rex Mobley who passed away in 1991 and his mother Flora Marie (Catron)… — (Posted December 9, 2025)
Sharron Kay Maloyed Sharron Kay Maloyed, 80, of Knightstown, went home to be with the Lord, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Glen Oaks. She was born February 6, 1945, in New Castle to the late Leland “Deed” and Ruth (Margison) Harding. Sharron was raised in Spiceland and graduated from Spiceland High School, Class […] — (Posted December 8, 2025)
Mary E. “Lynn” Williams Mary E. “Lynn” Williams, 85, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025. She was born on April 13, 1940, in Connersville, IN, to the late Charles and Rosemary (Blank) Young. She was a proud 1958 graduate of Connersville High School. Lynn was known for her adventurous spirit, having visited all 50 states […] — (Posted December 8, 2025)
Charles G. Davis Charles Davis of Connersville passed away on December 6, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born in McKee, Kentucky on August 6, 1939, View full obituary — (Posted December 8, 2025)
Joseph Ray Forbes Joseph Ray Forbes, 55, of Connersville, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond. He was born on July 18, 1970, in Connersville, the son of the late Joseph and Ethel Sorrell Forbes and graduated from New Creations High School in Richmond. Joseph served his country in the United States Army. […] — (Posted December 8, 2025)
Patricia Boughner Patricia Boughner, formerly of Connersville passed away on Friday December 5, 2025, at Rosebud Village in Richmond at the age of 96. Patricia was born View full obituary — (Posted December 8, 2025)
James A. Barkley James A. “Jimmy” Barkley, 86, of New Castle passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at the Willows of New Castle. He was born on May 31, 1939 in New Castle to Clarence and Mildred (Tout) Barkley. Jimmy graduated from New Castle Chrysler High School in 1957 where he received several trophies for track. Jimmy […] — (Posted December 8, 2025)
David Alan Winters Jr. RICHMOND, Ind. – David Alan Winters Jr., age 42, life-long Richmond resident, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 6, 2025, at home. His death was attributed to heart disease. Born September 7, 1983, in Indianapolis, Indiana, David was the son of David A. Winters Sr. and Sherri and Fornie Benge of Richmond. He attended Richmond High […] — (Posted December 7, 2025)
Porter Russell Perdue Porter Russell Perdue, 89, of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 5, 2025 at IU Health Ball Hospital. He was born August 24, 1936 in Clinton County, Kentucky to the late John Perdue and Nadine (Tuggle) Johnson. Russell was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving from […] — (Posted December 6, 2025)
David Edington David Edington, 62, of New Castle passed away on December 5, 2025. He was born on March 30, 1963, in Landstuhl, Germany to the late Dwaine “Ed” and Francis Marlene (Davis) Edington. Known for his sense of humor, David had a passion for photography and music, especially the bands Kansas and Kiss, along with playing […] — (Posted December 6, 2025)
Sarah E. Roberts Hartleib Sarah Elizabeth Roberts Hartleib, 47, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday evening, December 4. Sarah was born in Frankfurt, Germany on July 12, 1978, to Ronald Mac & Sharon Fay Mullins Roberts. She was a 1996 graduate of Randolph Southern High School, and a 2000 graduate of Johnson Bible College. She served […] — (Posted December 6, 2025)
Loretta Blankenbeckler Loretta Blankenbeckler, 93, of Greens Fork, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond. A native of Connersville, she was born September 16, 1932, the daughter of the late Delbert and Plina Templeton Lunsford. On January 28, 1955, she was married to Eldon E. Blankenbeckler at the home of his aunt, Billie […] — (Posted December 6, 2025)
Terry Robin Capps Terry Robin Capps – 10/14/1960- 12/01/2025 Robin was born on October 14th, 1960, in Indianapolis Indiana to Roger & Violet Whitsit and raised by grandparents View full obituary — (Posted December 5, 2025)
Clyde Fain Clyde Nichelson Fain, age 95 of Milton, Indiana went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday morning, December 4, 2025 following a brief illness. He was born and raised on a small farm near Dandridge, Tennessee, the son of the late George W. and Cenia (Ownby) Fain. He graduated from Maury […] — (Posted December 5, 2025)
Inez Flynn Inez Flynn, 86, of Carmel, formerly living in Indianapolis and New Castle, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025. She was born April 8, 1939, in Lenoir, North Carolina to the late Oscar and Carolyn (Justice) Clay. Inez is survived by grandson Russell Clay, niece Tamara (Kevin) O’Neal and great-niece Arielle (Mark) Weaver. She was preceded […] — (Posted December 5, 2025)
Leon E. Seely Leon E. Seely, 87, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025, at his home. He was born January 13, 1938, in Hancock County, a son of the late Carl and Tarly (Pyle) Seely. He was a proud graduate of the 1956 Charlottesville High School Class. He was an insurance agent with Shelter Insurance […] — (Posted December 5, 2025)
Meleah Perkins Meleah Perkins, 69, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Stonebrook Rehabilitation Center. She was born March 3, 1956 in New Castle to the late Richard “Dick” and Waunita (Scott) Hedrick. Meleah was employed as a banker for forty-three years, having worked at First National Bank and Bank One. She was a […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Dana Elaine Daffron-Keith Dana Elaine Daffron-Keith, 72, of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Willows of New Castle following several years of failing health. She was born February 11, 1953 in New Castle to the late Arnold and Virginia (Gard) Thurston. Dana was a free spirit and loved to have a good time. She was […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Marilyn K. Collins Marilyn K. Collins, age 82, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025. She was born January 14, 1943 in Eaton to the late Lloyd and Goldie (Heckman) Brandenburg. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Richard “Dick” Collins; sisters Barbara Brandly and Betty […] — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Phyllis (Oakerson) Cadwallader Phyllis (Oakerson) Cadwallader, 94, of Modoc, passed away December 2, 2025 at her home. She is survived by a daughter, Nancy Small; a son, Brad (Tammy) Cadwallader; four grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Ronnie (Sherry) Oakerson,… — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Terry Lee Goforth Terry Lee Goforth, 76, of New Castle, passed away, November 21, 2025, at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. Survivors include his husband, Donald E. Baney; a son, Clinton Stuart; his sister, Rose (Tim) Brandenburg and his brother, Bobby (Brenda) Goforth.A… — (Posted December 4, 2025)
Timothy Wayne Sauls Timothy Wayne Sauls passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted December 4, 2025)