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.

Kenneth Wayne Boggs With both sorrow in our hearts and joy in our spirits, we announce that Ken Boggs has gone home to be with the Lord on May 28, 2025. While we grieve his passing, we rejoice in knowing he is now in the presence of his Savior, whom he loved so deeply. Ken was a man […] — (Posted June 2, 2025)

Mickey M. Ellis Mickey Marie Ellis, 65, a long time Hagerstown resident, died Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in Dallas, TX, where she had resided for the past 2 years. She was born in New Castle on October 13, 1959 to Richard and Cornelia (Northcutt) Ellis and lived most of her life in the Hagerstown area. She was a […] — (Posted June 1, 2025)

Howard Gerald Bustle Howard Gerald Bustle, 87, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, at Henry Community Health following a very brief illness. He was born on July 11, 1937, in Stanford, Kentucky, a son of the late Walter Harold Bustle and Rosa Helen (Renner) Bustle Burke. Gerald was […] — (Posted May 31, 2025)

Glen Rankin Elam Glen Rankin Elam, 82, of Selma, Indiana, peacefully entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on the morning of Thursday, May 29, 2025, at IU Health Ball Hospital after a brief illness. Born on August 28, 1942, in Monticello, Kentucky, Glen was the son of the late Oweda and Vida (Rice) Elam. From […] — (Posted May 31, 2025)

Norma J. Day Norma J. Day, age 82, of West Alexandria, OH passed away May 31, 2025 peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 2, 1943 in Richmond, IN to the late Stanley and Grace (Caskey) Webb. Norma loved being outdoors, tending to her garden and spending time with family; her favorite […] — (Posted May 31, 2025)

Donna Jane Davis Donna Jane Davis, age 84, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Henry Community Health. She was born on May 25, 1941, in Connersville, Indiana, a daughter of the late William Alexander and Emma Lou Smith Clayborn. Donna was a remarkable woman—intelligent, creative, a natural leader, and a loving mother, […] — (Posted May 31, 2025)

James “Jim” F. Fourman James “Jim” F. Fourman, age 71 of New Paris, Ohio died Friday, May 30, 2025, at his residence. Born June 19, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, he was the son of the late John F. & Violet (Williams) Fourman. He graduated in 1972 from Richmond High School. He retired in 2013 from Belden after 42 years. […] — (Posted May 31, 2025)

Jack Winnefeld Jack Winnefeld 88, of Richmond, died May 28, 2025, at Reid Health. He was born January 18, 1937, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Ernest and Katheriene View full obituary — (Posted May 31, 2025)

Daniel Ellis Reece Daniel Ellis Reece, 79, of Straughn, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, at The Willows of New Castle following a brief illness. He was born January 5, 1946, in Watervliet, MI, a son of the late Henry and Louise (Hoover) Reece. A 1964 graduate of Hagerstown High School, he lived in Osgood, IN for over […] — (Posted May 31, 2025)

Mary Young Mary Young, 82, a New Castle resident, passed away Thursday, May 29th 2025. She was born on September 22nd, 1942, in New Castle, Indiana, daughter of the late Jim and Martha Connerly. Mary’s family moved to St. Joe, Michigan in 1956, where she graduated high school in 1960. She studied nursing at St. Joe Hospital […] — (Posted May 30, 2025)

Billy Joe Kinder Billy Joe Kinder, age 68, of Brookville, OH and previously of Destin, FL passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Maple Gardens Nursing Center in Eaton. He was born April 8, 1957 in South Charleston, WV to the late Linsley Jackson and Irene Faye (Songer) Kinder. Billy was a people person who didn’t know […] — (Posted May 30, 2025)

John R. Wambo John R. Wambo, age 84, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton. He was born May 29, 1940 in Richmond, IN to the late Charles Emerson and June (Hitchcock) Wambo. John was a U.S. Army veteran who proudly served as an honor guard for General McArthur […] — (Posted May 30, 2025)

Ruth Clingenpeel Ruth Ann Clingenpeel of Cambridge City, Indiana, passed away in the early morning hours of May 29, 2025, in the presence of Verne, her beloved companion and husband of nearly 65 years. Her cheeky sense of humor, rebellious spirit and kind heart have had a profound impact on the lives of her family and friends—we […] — (Posted May 30, 2025)

Bobby Emerson Bobby Emerson, formerly of Cambridge City, IN, passed away at the Brickyard Golden Rule Nursing Home in Richmond, IN on May 23, 2025, at the View full obituary — (Posted May 30, 2025)

Bill Richardson CENTERVILLE- George William “Bill” Richardson, 87, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday evening May 28, 2025 at Rosebud Village in Richmond after a brief illness. He was a loving father, husband and friend. Bill was born in New Castle, Indiana to Frank and Margaret (Durett) Richardson on August 5, 1937. Bill worked as […] — (Posted May 29, 2025)

Paul R. Hamilton Paul R. Hamilton, age 90, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born April 13, 1935 to the late Albert and Daught (Stamper) Hamilton. Paul was an avid hunter and fisherman in his younger days and collected many guns over the years. He was an active […] — (Posted May 29, 2025)

James Russell James Russell passed away at Reid Health Care in Connersville following an bicycle accident on May 27, 2025 at the age of 33. James was View full obituary — (Posted May 29, 2025)

Brian Keith Anderson Brian Keith “BK” Anderson, 31, of Liberty, passed away on May 27, 2025. He was born on December 15, 1993, in Richmond to John Brian View full obituary — (Posted May 29, 2025)

Mary Ann Weaver RICHMOND, IN– Mary Ann Weaver, age 75, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Colorado. Born September 16, 1949, in Beech Grove, Indiana, to Joseph and Mary E. Biltz Richardson, Mary Ann came to this community from Mt. Vernon, Indiana in 1979. She was a 1967 graduate of Chartrand High School and also […] — (Posted May 29, 2025)

Barbara Jean Kalter Barbara Jean Kalter, age 75, of Gratis, OH passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton surrounded by loved ones. She was born April 13, 1950 in Dayton, OH to the late David and Elizabeth (Lowman) Kalter. Barbara was a 1968 graduate of Preble Shawnee High School. She worked […] — (Posted May 29, 2025)

Sherri Kay Baker Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted May 29, 2025)

Douglas Isaac Wright Douglas Isaac Wright, 74 of Greenville, passed away at his home on May 27, 2025. He was born on March 18, 1951, in Randolph County, Indiana, to the late Beatrice and Carl Wright, Jr. In addition to his parents, Doug is preceded in death by his daughter, Mallory Wright. Doug is survived by his beloved […] — (Posted May 28, 2025)

Richard “Rick” E. Stanbrough Richard “Rick” E. Stanbrough, 77, a former resident of Connersville, Indianapolis, 40-year resident of Brownsburg and most recently a New Castle resident along with his wife for the past 10 years, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025 at the Countryside Meadows in Avon, IN. He was born on December 24, 1947 in Indianapolis, IN a […] — (Posted May 28, 2025)

Roy I. Hutchens RICHMOND, IN– Roy I. Hutchens, age 70, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, May 23, 2025, at home following a lengthy battle with COPD. Roy was born on September 17, 1954, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Harry Ernest and Ellen Jennings Hutchens. Roy was a 1974 graduate of Hagerstown High School. He proudly served in the US […] — (Posted May 28, 2025)

Jeff A. Heiser Jeff A. Heiser, age 47, of Eaton, OH passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond, IN. He was born on May 2, 1978 in Richmond, IN. Jeff earned his certification in Diesel Mechanics from the University of Northwestern Ohio. He worked at Reco Corporation for 20 years. He loved to […] — (Posted May 28, 2025)

David William Duning II CENTERVILLE, Ind. – David William Duning II, age 77, of Centerville, Indiana, died Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Reid Health. Born November 1, 1947, in Richmond, Indiana, to David William and Nelle Dohmen Duning, David was a life-long resident of this area. He was a graduate of Richmond High School and went to work at […] — (Posted May 27, 2025)

Rosalie DuGranrut Rosalie DuGranrut, 100, of Milton, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 in Warsaw, Indiana. She was born on February, 1, 1925 in Francisco, Indiana to Otho and Rose (McMillan) Mans. Rosalie graduated from Francisco High School in 1943 and then received her Bachelors degree in 1947 from Indiana State Teachers College. She taught […] — (Posted May 27, 2025)

Beverly Dianne Saunders Beverly Dianne Saunders, 70, passed away peacefully at her home on May 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Dianne was born March 24, 1955, in Anderson, IN to the late Guy and Ella (Tragesar) Tomlinson. A proud graduate of Shenandoah High School in 1973, Dianne began her career at AgOne Co-op before venturing into […] — (Posted May 27, 2025)

William Roger McDermitt, Sr. William "Bill" Roger McDermitt, Sr., age 89, of New Paris, OH passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton. He was born on September 13, 1935 in San Diego, CA to the late Joseph Edward and Lillie Mae (Dickey) McDermitt. In addition to his parents, William was preceded […] — (Posted May 27, 2025)

Ada Wysong Ada Wysong, age 97, of Orlando, Florida, passed away peacefully on the evening of Wednesday, May 7th, 2025. She was born November 1st, 1927 in Preble County to the late David and Grace (House) Rike. She attended Lanier School in West Alexandria. Ada began her career as a welder at Rexarc and retired after 25 […] — (Posted May 27, 2025)