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.

Betty Tincher While resting peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, the Angels of the Lord escorted Betty Tincher to Glory on June 13, 2026. Betty was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 16, 1939, the daughter of Alvin Robinson and Verna Marie Gibson Robinson Smith. Betty spent her childhood in Jackson County, Kentucky before moving to Indiana […] — (Posted June 16, 2026)

Bill Goode, Jr While resting peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones, William “Bill” Goode, Jr passed way on Saturday June 13, 2026, at the age of 56. Bill was strong and fought a long battle with cancer. He was born on November 22, 1969, in Connersville, IN the son of Roberta Morris Roark and the late […] — (Posted June 16, 2026)

Monica Angela Lonigro Monica Angela Lonigro, 55, of San Francisco, passed away peacefully at home on May 22, 2026, after a courageous fight with ovarian cancer, surrounded by loving family and friends who treasured her zest for life and her gift for bringing joy and laughter to everyone she knew. Monica was born November 8, 1970, in Versailles, […] — (Posted June 16, 2026)

Francis Leach Francis E. Leach, 83, formerly of Lynn, passed away at home on Monday morning, June 15. Francis was born on February 1, 1943, in Rush County, Indiana, the son of Kenneth Casper Leach, Sr. & Mary Caroline Duncan Leach. Francis was a proud protector and servant of his friends and neighbors. He […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Betty E. Goss RICHMOND, IN– Betty E. Goss, from Richmond, Indiana and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, passed away Thursday morning, June 11, 2026, at Forest Park Health Campus in Richmond. “Miss Betty” was (101) and is reunited with her husband, Ira, who passed away in 1993. Betty missed Ira dearly and would often say “I wish your […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Ronald J. Mickelson Ronald J. Mickelson, age 77, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was born July 11, 1948 in Michigan to the late Jerome and Alvera (Ososky) Mickelson. Ron was born and raised in Michigan where he swam for Oakland University and later became a biology teacher and swim coach. He was […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Catherine Ellen Reno Catherine “Cathy” Ellen Reno, 86, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 18, 1940, in the home of her grandparents, the late Donald and Celia Strough, in Harrison Township, Henry County, to the late B. Eloise (Strough) […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Ruth Ellen Ross Ruth Ellen Snyder Ross, 87, of Cambridge City, passed away Sunday morning, June 14, 2026 at her home in Cambridge City. One of eleven children of Henry and Jennetta Ellen Welch Snyder, Ruth was born on February 14, 1939. She moved to Fayette County as a child with her family and graduated from Alquina High […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Marcia Mae Hale Marcia Mae (Scott) Hale, 97, of Middletown, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 25, 1928, in Henry County, Indiana, to the late Howard and Ruth (Reynolds) Scott. Marcia was a steadfast friend who was known for her sharp mind, peaceful demeanor, and gentle […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Joe R. Conner Joe Randy Conner, 68, of Brookville, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Envive Nursing Home in Brookville, Indiana. A son of Everett and Betty Frances Conner, Joe was born on April 4, 1958, and was employed at Sperry & Rice for several years. Survivors include a daughter, Racheal Ann Potter (Randy Combs); a stepson, […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Patricia L. Morrison Patricia L. Morrison, 95, of Richmond, passed away June 14, 2026, due to complications after a fall at her residence. She was born on September 12, 1930, to the late Edwin A. and Iva Whalen Hartman. She was a 1948 graduate of Richmond High School and a graduate of Richmond Business College. She was a […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Teresa Faye Smith Teresa Faye Smith, 58, of Connersville, passed away Thursday morning, June 11, 2020, at her home. A daughter of Joe and Garnet White Riebsomer, Teresa was born on June 17, 1967, in Connersville and was a graduate of Connersville High School. On December 20, 2008, Teresa was united in marriage to J.C. Smith in Connersville. […] — (Posted June 15, 2026)

Lois Snyder Lois Ann Snyder, 89, of Lynn, passed away on Thursday, June 11, at Forest Park Health Campus in Richmond. She was born in Clinton, Iowa on October 21, 1936, to Robert Henry & Ella Christina Mueller Pelton. She was a 1955 graduate of Clinton High School. She met her husband, Lynn native Jerry Snyder, in […] — (Posted June 14, 2026)

Brent Bogue PERSHING- Brent Allen Bogue, 54, passed away Saturday morning June 13, 2026 at his home in Pershing, Indiana after a courageous battle with Myotonic Dystrophy. Brent was born in New Castle, Indiana on May 25, 1972. He was raised in Milton, attended Milton Elementary School and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of […] — (Posted June 14, 2026)

Kenny White MILTON- Kenneth Stephen White, 72, passed away Friday June 12, 2026 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. The son of Milford Sherman and Janice Joan (Eiser) White, Kenneth was born in New Castle, Indiana on March 17, 1954. Kenny grew up on a farm south of Milton and lived in the area his entire life. […] — (Posted June 14, 2026)

Joan Sexton Joan Sexton, 77, of New Castle, passed away at her home on June 12, 2026. She was born in Oneida, TN on September 5, 1948, to the late Richard and Alma (Hill) Burke. Joan attended Blue River High School and lived most of her life in Henry County where she worked as a hairdresser. She […] — (Posted June 13, 2026)

Michael Oran Taylor Michael Oran Taylor, 87, formerly of Connersville, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 in Noblesville, Indiana. He was born on March 30, 1939, in Springfield Township, Franklin County, Indiana, to the late Lloyd Herman Taylor and Mary Thornbeery Taylor. On October 15, 1965, he was united in marriage in Richmond, […] — (Posted June 13, 2026)

Craig Edward Hale Craig Edward Hale 68 of Liberty passed away June 12, 2026, after a short illness. He was born in Richmond to Harold and Alberta Smith Hale and lived in this area most of his life. He was a member of the Unity Holiness House of Prayer. Craig enjoyed playing his guitar and singing in church; […] — (Posted June 13, 2026)

Jeanne Sipahigil Our mother, Frances “Jeanne” Sipahigil, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 7, 2026, twenty-four days short of her 90th birthday. Jeanne was born amid the Great Depression on July 1, 1936, in New Castle, Indiana, the second of two children born to Charles Walter Rhine and Marjorie Pauline (Miller) Rhine. Her family moved […] — (Posted June 13, 2026)

Chance McDaniel Chance McDaniel, born November 6, 1983, passed away on June 7, 2026. He was the son of David McDaniel and Kathy Marling. He was a graduate of Union County High School in 2002. Chance served with pride in the United States Army for 6 years and was deeply honored to be a veteran. He was […] — (Posted June 13, 2026)

Cheryl Ramey It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Cheryl Ramey, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished sister and treasured friend, on June 10, 2026, at the age of 72. Cheri lived a life centered on love, family, and faith. She was the heart of the family, offering unwavering support, wisdom, and kindness […] — (Posted June 12, 2026)

Vernon “Nonnie” Criss Vernon “Nonnie” Criss, 80, of New Castle, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis.He was born on July 2, 1945, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late William Robert “Bob” and Bertha (Dempsey) Criss.Nonnie was a graduate of Walter P. Chr… — (Posted June 12, 2026)

Teresa Ann (Boatman) Denny Teresa Ann (Boatman) Denny, 62, of New Castle, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026.She was born on May 11, 1964, to the late Leeman and Geneva Boatman.She was preceded in death by her son, Timothy Leeman and sister, Amy Acrey.She is survived by her husband, Tim; her devoted daughter… — (Posted June 12, 2026)

Floyd Lynn Bailey Sr. Obituary pending… Funeral services for Floyd Bailey Sr. will be held on Wednesday, June 17th, 2026, at Community Family Funeral Home beginning at 3 p.m. Family and friends may arrive to the funeral home two hours prior for calling hours. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with final arrangements. Send online condolences to the […] — (Posted June 12, 2026)

Leroy Joseph Rich Leroy Joseph Rich, 98, of Lewisville passed away peacefully on Wednesday June 10, 2026, at The Willows of New Castle while surrounded by family following a brief illness. He was born April 2, 1928, in Connersville, Indiana. A son of the late Paul and Nellie Lavone (Richardson) Rich. Survivors include his wife, Colleen (Lacy) Rich; […] — (Posted June 11, 2026)

Bonnita Faye “Bonnie” Glaub RICHMOND, IN– Bonnita Faye “Bonnie” Glaub, age 88, of Richmond, Indiana, died Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Forest Park Health Campus. Born August 22, 1937, to Peter and Mary Helen Smith Curtis, Bonnie lived in this community for most of her life. Bonnie was a 1955 graduate of Brookville High School and married her high […] — (Posted June 11, 2026)

James Douglas “Doug” Keehn James Douglas “Doug” Keehn, age 73 of Gratis Township, Preble County, Ohio passed on Wednesday morning June 10, 2026, at Kettering Hospital in Kettering, Ohio. He was born on December 8, 1952, the son of the late Frank L. & Terecia Laverne (Tilford) Keehn in Louisville, Kentucky. Doug graduated from Doss High School in Louisville, […] — (Posted June 11, 2026)

Tanya Lynn Haberny Tanya Lynn Haberny, age 51, of Eaton, OH was called home to rest on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, after a long and hard-fought battle with Multiple Sclerosis. While our hearts are heavy with grief, we take comfort in knowing that Tanya is finally at peace. She approached her illness with a quiet dignity and strength […] — (Posted June 11, 2026)

Tracy L. Marlow Tracy L. Marlow, 56, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly Monday, June 8, 2026, at her home. She was born on January 5, 1970, in Anderson, to the late Thomas and Dorothy (Hines) Imel. A 1988 graduate of Anderson High School, she worked at Sam’s Club on 96th Street in Fishers for over 20 years. […] — (Posted June 11, 2026)

Bob Hoffman Robert Allen “Bob” Hoffman, 87, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday evening, June 10, 2026, at his home. One of three children of Martin and Elsie Burbrink Hoffman, Robert was born in Columbus, Indiana on October 5, 1938. He grew up in the Columbus area and graduated from Columbus Central High School with the class of […] — (Posted June 11, 2026)