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.
Nancy Trent
In Loving Memory of Nancy Trent Nancy lived a life that was beautifully centered on others. If there was one quality that could be seen throughout her life, it was her willingness to serve. She was someone who noticed what needed to be done and simply did it—not for recognition, not for praise, but because […] — (Posted August 24, 2026)
Jamie Lee Ladd
Jamie Lee Ladd, 50, of Laurel, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at his residence. A son of Ernest and Ruth Bunch Ladd, Jamie was born in Connersville on October 11, 1975. He attended Alpha Omega High School and Whitewater Career Center for welding, graduating with the class of 1996. Jamie was employed as […] — (Posted August 23, 2026)
Marcia Kay Foulke
Marcia Kay Foulke, 87, of Hagerstown, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, at her residence. Marcia was born on May 11, 1939, in Connersville, Indiana, a daughter of the late Leroy and Olive (Newbold) Elwood. Marcia was a graduate of New Castle High School. Throughout the years, she had lived in Connersville, New […] — (Posted August 22, 2026)
Jordan Scott Smith
Jordan Scott Smith, 32 of Laurel passed away unexpectedly on August 18, 2026. He was born on March 11, 1994 in Connersville. Jordan was a volunteer firefighter and EMS. Jordan was a beloved son, brother and friend who’s caring and giving nature touched the lives of those around him. In his free time, he enjoyed […] — (Posted August 22, 2026)
Viola Mary Sherwood
Cambridge City – Viola Mary Sherwood passed peacefully on August 19th, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Viola was born on June 1st, 1936, to the late Harry and Alma (Fink) Risch in Bentonville, Indiana. She was a hard-working woman who started a career in waitressing and continued on to manage numerous rental […] — (Posted August 21, 2026)
Clara Ann (Hasty) Luellen
Clara Ann (Hasty) Luellen, 88, of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at her home. She was born January 6, 1938, to Earl and Mary Jane (Lowe) Hasty of New Castle. Clara married Carroll D. Luellen on December 24, 1955, and they were married 62 years before his homegoing. The proud mother […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Delores J. Theiss
Delores J. Theiss, age 69, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. She was born September 24, 1956 to the late Norman and Delores (Mikesell) Michael. Above all, Delores was a loving wife, mother and grandmother; and she absolutely loved her dogs Mila Jean and Penny Grace, they were her babies. In […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Emma L. McGinnis
Emma L. McGinnis, age 90 of Eaton, Ohio, died Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Maple Gardens in Eaton, Ohio. Born May 3, 1936, she in Hazard, Kentucky was the daughter of the late Charlie & Edith (Potter) Gipson. She was employed at Baxter Lab and Parker-Hannifin Corp. both in Eaton. She loved to sew, cook, […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Christopher Johnston
Christopher M. Johnston, 39, of College Corner, Ohio, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Christopher was a 2005 Union County High School graduate. A hard worker from the very beginning, Christopher earned many awards as a Boy Scout, worked at the Liberty CountryMark Co Op, College Corner […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Diane Elaine Hensley
Diane Elaine Hensley, 70 of Connersville passed away on August 17, 2026. She was born on March 19, 1956 in Connersville to Gerald Larson and Reba Gant Seal. On July 14, 1989 she married William Hensley in Connersville. They were able to spend 32 years before he passed away on June 26, 2021. She devoted […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Kaysen Joel Biehl
Kaysen Joel Biehl was welcomed into the arms Jesus, in the embrace of his parents on August 16, 2026. Kaysen was born on June 11th, 2026 to Lili Miller and Raylan Biehl. Kaysen is loved deeply, by his parents and so many others. Though Kaysen was only two months old, he touched the hearts of […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Theresa Skinner
Theresa Ann Gabbard Skinner, 64 of Connersville, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026. She was born on April 9, 1962, in Connersville to Estill Gabbard and Delmar Sparks Gabbard. Theresa enjoyed playing computer games and challenging herself with crossword puzzles. She had a creative side and loved crocheting, often spending hours working on her […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Ronald A. Showalter
Ronald A. Showalter passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Etta Mae Schlenz
Etta Mae Schlenz, 98, of Greenfield passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at Crown Point Senior Living. She was born January 14, 1928 in Kennard, Indiana to Lewis and Bessie Mae (Rhoades) Meredith. Etta Mae was a 1946 graduate of Knightstown High School. Following her graduation, she began her career with Western Electric in Indianapolis, […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
John P. Ross
John P. Ross, 72 of Eaton, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at The Springs of Richmond. Born on January 24, 1954 in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Ival and Mary (Harvey) Ross. John retired after 44 years at Henny Penny in Eaton. He was a 1972 Eaton High School […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Roy Roettger
Roy Edward Roettger, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on December 6, 1946, in New Castle, Indiana, Roy was the son of Glenwood and Frances Roettger. He was predeceased by his parents, his brother Glen Allen, and his three sisters, Sylvia, Rosalyn, and […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Maryann E. Verdi
Maryann E. (Donnelly) Verdi, age 84, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Maryann was born on May 9, 1942, in Long Island City to Catherine and Terence Donnelly. She dedicated most of her life to others, working as a caregiver where her natural […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Robert “Bob” C. Showalter
Robert “Bob” C. Showalter, 91, of New Castle, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Henry County Community Health. He was born on April 2, 1935, in Richmond, Indiana, a son of the late Carl and Emily (Pierson) Showalter. Bob was a 1953 graduate of Fountain City High School. He attended Earlham College and […] — (Posted August 20, 2026)
Donald Eugene Robinson
Donald Eugene Robinson, age 76, of Versailles, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Born on November 3, 1949, Donald was the son of the late William Robinson and Genevieve (Detrick) Robinson. In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his brother, […] — (Posted August 19, 2026)
Geraldine R. Jones
Geraldine R. Jones, 84, of New Castle, passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on August 16, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born November 14, 1941, in New Castle, the daughter of Ernest and Flossie (Russ) Davis. Geraldine was a devoted member of the First Church of the […] — (Posted August 19, 2026)
Floyd H. Wilkinson
Staff Sargeant Floyd H. Wilkinson, 73, a resident of New Castle passed away Monday, August 17, 2026 at Majestic Care of Connersville. He was born July 31, 1953 in New Castle to Charles E. and Dona (Kendall) Wilkinson. Floyd proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, retiring on July 31, 2013. He later retired […] — (Posted August 18, 2026)
Christopher M. Barrett
WILLIAMSBURG, IN– Christopher M. Barrett, age 42, of Williamsburg, Indiana, died Monday, August 17, 2026, at home. Born October 19, 1983, in Richmond, Indiana, to Mike and Marcia Barrett, Chris lived in this community all of his life. He was a 2002 graduate of Richmond High School and worked in maintenance for Allcoast Logistics. Chris […] — (Posted August 18, 2026)
Priscilla A. Tanner
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Priscilla A. (Bennett) Tanner, who peacefully passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the age of 83. She left this world at Arbor Trace Nursing Home in Richmond, Indiana, surrounded by members of her loving family. Born on June 17, 1943, Priscilla lived […] — (Posted August 18, 2026)
William Richard Heath, III
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 at www.communityfamilyfh.com — (Posted August 18, 2026)
Jeffery Lynn Neal
Jeffery Lynn Neal, 67, passed away on August 17, 2026, at Hickory Creek in New Castle. He was born on October 15, 1958, in New Castle, to Jeaneta (Bunch) Neal and the late William Neal. Jeff’s journey began in New Castle, where he attended New Castle Chrysler High School. After his school days, he embarked […] — (Posted August 18, 2026)
Michael K Rogers
MICHAEL K ROGERS (1941-2026) Mike went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 10, 2026. Mike was the oldest of two sons born to Bob and Polly Rogers in Winchester, Indiana. The family moved to Fort Wayne in 1942; and then settled in Farmland, in 1945. He attended Farmland public […] — (Posted August 18, 2026)
Teresa Anne Winkler
Teresa Anne Winkler, age 72, of Eaton, OH went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 17, 2026 at Kettering Health Hamilton. She was born July 27, 1954 in Dayton, OH to the late Byron and LaDonna (Hull) Utz. Teresa was a 1972 graduate of Twin Valley South High School, and […] — (Posted August 18, 2026)
Wendy Ann Smallwood Thompson
Wendy A. Smallwood Thompson, 58, of Connersville, passed away Friday morning, August 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. A lifelong resident of Connersville, Wendy was born March 17, 1968, the daughter of John and Carmen Colette Ammerman Smallwood, and was a 1986 graduate of Connersville High School. For eleven years, Wendy was employed as […] — (Posted August 18, 2026)