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.
Carter Saylor Obituary pending… View full obituary — (Posted June 9, 2025)
Melvin “Mel” Parks    Mr. Melvin “Mel” L. Parks, 73, of New Paris, formerly of Randolph County, passed away after a battle with lung cancer on Saturday morning, June 7, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.    Mel was born on October 24, 1951, in Winchester, Indiana to Frank M. Parks and Gertude Irene Walsh Parks, both […] — (Posted June 8, 2025)
Judith Deanne “Judy” Stone Judith Deanne “Judy” Stone, 82, a resident of Dunreith passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025 at her home. She was born October 21, 1942 in New Castle to the late Barney and Kathryn Cook) Estes. Judy retired from the Flamingo Restaurant in Dunreith after 29 years of service as a prep cook. She was a […] — (Posted June 8, 2025)
Doris Irene Johnson Doris Irene Johnson, age 94, of New Castle joined her husband, Dick of 76 years, 11 days after his passing. Doris passed Thursday, June 5th, 2025, which would have been Dick’s 95th birthday. She passed after a short stay at The Willows of New Castle. They are now back together and resting in the arms […] — (Posted June 8, 2025)
Bill Rihm CAMBRIDGE CITY- William “Bill” Joseph Rihm, 98, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, June 6, 2025.  Born on October 10, 1926, in Cambridge City, Indiana, Bill was the son of George Jr. and Helen (Decker) Rihm. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1944 and proudly served in the United States Army from […] — (Posted June 7, 2025)
Helen Mae Herning RICHMOND, Ind. – Helen Mae Herning, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, June 6, 2025, at home, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born May 14, 1941, in Berea, Kentucky, to Harold and Pauline West Thoma, Helen moved to Richmond as a teenager. She was a 1959 graduate of Richmond High School. Helen married […] — (Posted June 7, 2025)
Jackeline Herrera-Rivera Smith Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted June 7, 2025)
Mary Louise Kruse Mary L. (Crowell) Kruse, 80 of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Monday, May 19, 2025, at Vancrest of New Carlisle, Ohio. She was born on July 25, 1944, in Fairborn, Ohio, daughter of the late Walter H. and Mary C. (Lincoln) Crowell. Mary was a 1962 graduate of Lewisburg-Union High School, a 1966 graduate of Ohio University […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Jimmy Day CAMBRIDGE CITY-  Jimmy Allen Day, 55, formerly of Cambridge City, Indiana, passed from this life on Thursday morning June 5, 2025 at his home in Orlando, Kentucky.  The son of the late Danny Leroy and Christal (Hellard) Day, Jimmy was born in New Castle, Indiana on April 2, 1970.  He lived most of his life […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Carol A. Montooth Carol A. Montooth, age 79 of Eaton, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on May 29, 2025, at her residence. Born on February 18, 1946 in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of the late Wade & Martha B. (McFarland) Allen. Preceded in death by Husband of 45 Years Herman “Lee” Montooth in 2016. […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Clyde David Kelsch Clyde David Kelsch, 82, of Connersville passed away Thursday morning, June 5, 2025 at his home. One of six children of David Kelsch and Marjorie Binder Wilkins, Clyde was born in Connersville on October 31, 1942 and graduated top of his class from Lewisville High School with the class of 1962. Following high school, Clyde […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Alpharetta Louise Charles Alpharetta Louise Charles, 84, lifelong resident of Connersville, passed away late Wednesday evening, June 4, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family. A daughter of Clyde and Mary Richmond Bowne, Alpharetta was born March 28, 1941, in Stanford, Kentucky, and went on to graduate from Connersville High School with the class of 1959. Alpharetta […] — (Posted June 6, 2025)
Michelle L. Lowman Michelle Lynn Lowman, age 55, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away on June 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was born on August 19, 1969, in Greenville, Ohio, to Karen Frech and the late Daniel Frech. In addition to her mother, Michelle is survived by her beloved husband, John […] — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Wilma “Nadine” Dalton Wilma “Nadine” Dalton, 91, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at her home on June 5, 2025. She was born on November 27, 1933, in Albany, KY, to the late Selbert and Ermon (Hayes) Byers. Nadine was the oldest girl of ten children, naturally stepping into a motherly role that she embraced with grace and […] — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Virginia Chambers Reeves Virginia Chambers Reeves, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away on the evening of Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at The Waters of New Castle. She was 84 years old. She was born on November 2, 1940, in New Castle, the daughter of the late Scott B. and Helen H. Chambers and granddaughter of Adaline B. and […] — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Wanda Williams Wanda L. Williams, 88, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Henry Community Health Hospital. She was born July 14, 1936, in Albany, Kentucky to the late Lenard D. and Mildred (York) Williams. Wanda was a homemaker and attended Calvary Baptist Church. She was also very active with the New Castle Foster […] — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Ellen Kay McClurg-Lake Ellen Kay McClurg-Lake, 88, of Richmond, died June 4, 2025, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. She was born April 26, 1937, in Richmond to Cecil View full obituary — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Bennie E. Crawford Bennie E. Crawford, born October 1, 1953, to the late Bennie and Beulah (Martin) Crawford, passed away on June 4, 2025, surrounded by the love View full obituary — (Posted June 5, 2025)
Tom Greeson    Thomas L. Greeson, 93, of Fountain City, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home and in the presence of his family on Saturday morning, May 31.    Visitation for Tom will be from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 5, at the Smith-McQuiston & Webster Funeral Home, 321 US 27 South, Fountain City. […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Jim Bowman Mr. James J. Bowman, 76, formerly of Richmond, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, May 22, with his wife and daughters at his side. Jim was born on September 24, 1948, in Hartford City, Indiana to Woodrow Wilson & Esther Lucille Banter Bowman, both of whom preceded him in death. Jim was a member of […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Tom Pierce    Mr. Thomas Pierce, 80, of Fountain City, joined his wife Dottie in eternal rest on Wednesday morning, May 21.    Tom was born on November 7, 1944, in Richmond, Indiana to Rastis Woodrow & Edith Gertrude Wilson Pierce. He moved to the Fountain City area in the mid-1950s and attended Whitewater High School. Tom […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Lois Joan Wadsworth    Lois Joan Wadsworth, 82, of Richmond, passed away on Monday, May 19, at home.    She was born on July 18, 1942, in New Castle, Indiana to Emery L. & Sarah Elizabeth Snyder Ozbun. She was a homemaker and formerly worked in maintenance at Reid Health.    Lois is survived by her daughters, Kathy […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Arnold R. VanWinkle Arnold R. Van Winkle, 87, of Richmond, passed away on Thursday, May 15 in Tennessee. Arnold was born on June 10, 1937, in Morrill, Kentucky to Palestine & Chessie Leger Van Winkle. He was raised in the area of Big Hill and Berea, Kentucky. He married the former Rosella Shearer Tanner on March 15, 1966. […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Bonnie L. Reed    Bonnie L. Reed, 73, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, May 11 at Vancrest of Eaton in Eaton, Ohio.    Bonnie was born on April 3, 1952, in Greenville, Ohio to Wilbur J. & Kathryn L. Wills Musselman, both of whom preceded her in death. She married John L. Reed, Sr. on November […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Dorothy M. Culy Dorothy (Dottie) Marilyn Culy (Freese) was born on June 1, 1937 in Edinburgh, Indiana to Alta and Earcle Freese. She is preceded in death by her siblings Junior and David, and has two step siblings, Ted Oliger and Bonnie Seffrin. She and her husband of 69 years, Marvin Culy were married on July 14, 1955 […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Betty J. Colvin Betty J. Colvin, age 89, of Camden, OH passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at Sycamore Hospital in Miamisburg, OH. She was born on September 19, 1935 in Paintsville, KY to the late Norman and Lillie Butcher. She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene Colvin; daughter Jan Buckholtz; son-in-law Mike Vance; and […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Kim Harrison Kim Harrison, formerly of Connersville, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 8, 1956, in View full obituary — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Jerry Lee Radford Jerry Lee Radford, age 82, left this earth peacefully to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at his home. He was born in Richmond on December 24, 1942, to Howard “Bus” and Lydia Radford, and had lived in Williamsburg all his life. Jerry spent his childhood helping his dad around the family […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Zayla Noelle Grace Jones RICHMOND, IN– Zayla Noelle Grace Jones, 8 days old, was born on May 25, 2025, in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of Morgan Lindner and Daniel Jones. Zayla was called home to be with Jesus on Monday, June 2, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Morgan and Daniel, of Richmond, […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)
Roxanna Stomm Roxanna Jill Stomm, 61, passed away June 1, 2025, surrounded by family. She struggled with various illnesses, including cancer, for many years, however, she was determined to stay with her family for as long as possible. She was born January 1, 1964, in New Castle and raised in Modoc, where she graduated from Union School […] — (Posted June 4, 2025)