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.

Ruth “Ann” Miller Ruth “Ann” Miller, 80, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, as a result of complications following a planned surgery. She was born on August 7, 1946, in New Castle, Indiana, a daughter of the late Charles and Ruth (Pea) Bowen. Ann possessed […] — (Posted September 17, 2026)

Ruby Lee Marcum Ruby Lee Marcum, age 93, went to be home with the Lord on September 16, 2026, peacefully surrounded by her family after a long illness. Ruby was born July 8, 1933, in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, and lived most of her life in Richmond, Indiana. Ruby was the loving, protective mother of twelve children alongside her […] — (Posted September 17, 2026)

Norman Brooks Norman Gene Brooks Sr. 90, of Richmond died Saturday September12, 2026 at his home. He was born on December 2, 1935, in Richmond to Wayne and Jeweldyne Engle Brooks and lived most for his life. He worked for Richmond Gear Company until it closed and Pheonix Arizona to begin a new life where he worked […] — (Posted September 17, 2026)

William Arthur Shorter William Arthur Shorter, a beloved son, brother, husband, and friend, passed away on September 14, 2026, after a lengthy battle with a heart condition. Born on January 24, 1968, in South Bend, Indiana, William lived a life full of love, laughter, and cherished memories. William was the cherished son of Earl and Allie Shorter which […] — (Posted September 17, 2026)

Diana I. Lair Diana I. Lair, age 92, of New Paris, OH passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at the Vancrest Healthcare Center in Eaton. She was born November 17, 1933 in Richmond Dale, OH to the late Willard and Urcel (Swinning) Coterel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth […] — (Posted September 16, 2026)

Agness Ann Hurley Agness Ann (Whiting) Hurley, age 81, of Piqua, OH, passed away on September 16, 2026, at Hospice of Miami County in Troy, OH. She was born on September 30, 1944, in Sabine, WV, to the late Ben Franklin Whiting and Zelia Marie (Ewing) Lewis. Agness is survived by her husband of 61 years, Stephen Hurley […] — (Posted September 16, 2026)

Anita Renee Telker Anita Renee Telker, 71, of Connersville, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Reid Health, Richmond. A daughter of F. Norman and Leoshia Horn Towler, Anita was born in Fayette County, Indiana, on July 24, 1955. She graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1973. Anita was employed at Visteon, retiring when […] — (Posted September 16, 2026)

Elson Hobbs Jr. Elson Hobbs Jr., 70, of Connersville, passed away Monday morning, September 14, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond. The son of Elson Hobbs Sr. and Ruth C. Scanlon Hobbs, Elson was born on July 4, 1956, in Berea, Kentucky. He graduated from Connersville High School and Vocational School with the class of 1974. Elson was […] — (Posted September 16, 2026)

James Frederick Neal James Frederick Neal, age 93, of West Elkton, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Greenbriar Care Community in Eaton, Ohio. He was born on July 28, 1933 in West Elkton, Ohio, son of the late Edward & Maud (McQuinn) Neal. Preceded by his wife of 53 years, Shirley A. Neal in 2003; daughter, […] — (Posted September 16, 2026)

Jerry Parker Jerry Lee Parker, 59 of Connersville passed away at home on Monday, September 14, 2026, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 10, 1967 to Raliegh Parker and Mary Florence Warner Brown. Jerry proudly served in the National Guard. Throughout his working years he was employed at MEG, SAPA and various […] — (Posted September 16, 2026)

Sharon L. Wilkinson Sharon Lynn Wilkinson, 62, of Richmond, passed away on September 14, 2026. She was born on February 21, 1964, in New Castle. Sharon was a bright, gentle soul who found joy in the simple things that made life colorful. She loved unicorns, reading, playing games, bingo, and Yahtzee. She enjoyed hand crafts and creating things […] — (Posted September 15, 2026)

Marvin N. Knasel Marvin N. Knasel, age 84, of Eaton, Ohio passed away peacefully on Monday, September 14, 2026 at his home. He was born November 4, 1941 in Covington, Kentucky to the late Edward and Hyacinthia (Yunker) Knasel. Marvin grew up in Covington, Kentucky the youngest of eight surviving children. He was on the Life Squad and […] — (Posted September 15, 2026)

Pamela Simmermeyer Pamela “Pam” S. (Frye) Simmermeyer, age 75, of Connersville, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026. The daughter of John and Maxine Frye, Pam, was born on May 7, 1951. After graduating from Connersville High School, Pam went on to attain a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Pam also proudly served her country in the […] — (Posted September 14, 2026)

Brantley Michael (Sams) Ferguson RICHMOND, Ind. – Brantley Michael (Sams) Ferguson, beloved son, cherished rider, and the brightest smile in every barn he ever walked into, passed away surrounded by the love, protection, and devotion that carried him through every chapter of his life. Though his years were fewer than anyone hoped for, he lived with a depth of […] — (Posted September 14, 2026)

Barbara Jean Henderson Obituary and Arrangements Pending — (Posted September 13, 2026)

Nancy Charlene Pugh Nancy Charlene Pugh 75 of Richmond passed away September 8, 2026. She was born on September 13, 1950, to Robert and Edna Robbins and lived here all her life. Nancy worked as a CNA for 46 years. She is survived by her daughter Tammy Wickett, six grandchildren Matthew Shaffer, Nathan Ray, Krissa Saylor, Bree Skinner, […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Danny E. Isaacs December 5, 1942 – September 9, 2026Danny E. Isaacs, 83, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by those he loved, on the afternoon of Wednesday, September 9, 2026.He was born on December 5, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, a son of the late Elzie Lee “Shorty” a… — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Jenny J. “Big Jen” Coons Jenny J. “Big Jen” Coons, age 91 of Richmond died Wednesday September 2, 2026, at Brickyard Golden Rule in Richmond. She was born on July 13, 1935 in Richmond to William Riley and Jenny Madonna Newton Emslie and lived in Richmond all her life. She retired from Dunn Mental Health. Jenny is survived by her […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Carol Williams Carol Estella Williams, 69, of Hagerstown died Sunday August 30, 2026, at her home. She was born June 2, 1957, in Trenton New Jersey to Russell and Mary Tully Burroughs. She worked as a legal secretary. Carol is survived by her two daughters Alyssa (Rhett) Rayburn and Jennifer (Matthew) Green, her grandchildren Madelyn, Olivia, Isabella, […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

F. Irene Woods Irene Woods, 82, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, after years of living with serious illness. She was surrounded by family with her daughter and granddaughters holding her hand. Irene was born March 7, 1944, or if you knew her, “the third month, 7th day, 19 and 44” in Laurel County […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Sue Ann Morrison Sue Ann Morrison,76, of Richmond died August 29, 2026, at Brickyard Health Care. She was born November 24, 1949 in New Castle to Benny and Beulah Livesay Crawford. She retired from Earlham College where she worked in the food service department. Sue Ann is survived by her daughter Kristina Marie Roberts, three grandchildren Josh and […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Traci Lynn (Kramer) Cook Traci Lynn (Kramer) Cook, 59 of Richmond, passed away surrounded by her loving family on August 24, 2026. She was born on April 16, 1967, to Charles W. Kramer and Sue Ann (Lohrey) Cappa in Richmond, IN. She was a 1986 graduate of Richmond High School. She married Leroy Cook on August 22, 1987, he […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Carolyn Sue Steffee Carolyn Sue Steffee 88 of Richmond passed away on August 17, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on December 28, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio to Orla M. and Alma A. Stewart Evans and lived in Springfield, Ohio before moving to Richmond in 2012. She was a former member of the First […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Richard W. Armstrong Richard W. Armstrong 77 of Richmond died Sunday August 16, 2026 at Reid Health. He was born December 4, 1948 in Richmond to Richard F. and Betty Bell Armstrong and lived here all his life. He was President of Armstrong Cleaners and Formal Wear and an Army Veteran. He was a graduate of Ball State […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Terri Lee Lahr Terri Lee Lahr 67 of Richmond passed away on August 13, 2026, in her home after a long illness. She was born on February 24, 1959, in Richmond to John Thomas and Anna Louise Forrest Manious and lived in this area most of her life. She graduated from Hagerstown Jr. Sr. High School and was […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Denise Johnson Denise Kay Johnson, beloved mother and Mammaw, died at home this past Thursday, August 13, 2026. We had just celebrated her 77th birthday with flowers and angel food cake. Denise was dedicated to her two children, Kim and Jonah, continuing to sing cherished birthday voice messages throughout the years. She doted on her two grandchildren, […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Joyce A. Croslow Joyce A. Croslow,77, of Richmond died August 12, 2026 at Caroleton Healthcare in Connersville. She was born July 11,1948 in Harriman, Tennessee to Herbert and Dollie Carter Schubert. She was a homemaker and worked at I.R.C.&D. Trucking, She is survived by her two sons James and Michael Croslow. Burial is in Goshen Cemetery. Stegall-Berheide-Orr Funeral […] — (Posted September 11, 2026)

Danny E. Isaacs Danny E. Isaacs, 83, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by those he loved, and the cat, on the afternoon of Wednesday, September 9, 2026. He was born on December 5, 1942, in Richmond, Indiana, a son of the late Elzie Lee “Shorty” and Sally (Williams) I… — (Posted September 10, 2026)

Janice Marie Matney Janice Marie Matney, 67, of Glenwood, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family Wednesday evening, September 9, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer for the past three years. On May 6, 2003, she was married in Sevierville, Tennessee to John P. Matney. Mr. Matney survives. One of eight children of the […] — (Posted September 10, 2026)

Caleb Dean Asberry Caleb Dean Asberry, 35, of New Castle, passed away on September 6, 2026. He was born in New Castle, IN, on June 18, 1991, to Tonya Roy and the late Troy Asberry. Caleb completed most of his education at Knightstown Schools. He went on to work as a CNC Machinist in a factory, applying the […] — (Posted September 10, 2026)