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.
Mary Ella Rader Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted October 8, 2025)
Kathleen “Katie” (Bays) Wallen Kathleen “Katie” (Bays) Wallen, 82, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 5, 2025. She was born August 21, 1943 in New Castle to Wylie and Lena (Reno) Bays. Katie graduated from New Castle Chrysler High School in the class of 1963. She worked for New Castle Community Schools as Cafeteria Manager […] — (Posted October 7, 2025)
Nina Gabbard CAMBRIDGE CITY – Nina Jean Gabbard, 62, passed away at her home on the afternoon of October 6th, 2025. She was born on March 27th, 1963 in Connersville, Indiana to the late Herschel and Ramona Gabbard. She was raised in Milton and attended Lincoln High School. She was a lifelong member of the Western Wayne […] — (Posted October 7, 2025)
Matthew Lee Niederhelman Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted October 7, 2025)
Shirley D. Bratton Shirley D. Bratton, 86, of New Castle, passed away at her home on Wednesday, October 1,2025.She was born on June 19, 1939 in Clay County, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Samuel Feldman Roach and Elizabeth (Spears) Roach.She was a 1957 Graduate of Cowan High School and enjoyed b… — (Posted October 7, 2025)
Mark Helmsing Dr. Mark Edward Helmsing January 26, 1982 – October 5, 2025 Dr. Mark Edward Helmsing, 43, of Cambridge City, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025, surrounded by music, love, and the unwavering devotion of his family. As the soundtrack to The Wizard of Oz played softly beside him, Mark took his final breath […] — (Posted October 7, 2025)
James “Mike” Michael Derenski James Michael “Mike” Derenski, 58 of Cedar Grove, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born on May 2, 1967 in Connersville to View full obituary — (Posted October 7, 2025)
Jack Eugene Lathrop Sr. RICHMOND, Ind. – Jack Eugene Lathrop, Sr., age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2025, at Maple Gardens Nursing Home in Eaton, Ohio, surrounded by family. Born June 23, 1940, in Kitchel, Indiana, to Russell and Ruby Hicks Lathrop, Jack was a life-long resident of Richmond. He joined the United States Navy […] — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Jean J. Bailey Jean J. Bailey, age 96, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 26, 1929 in Eaton, OH to the late Raymond and Flora (Kirkhoff) Pence. Jean was a 1947 graduate of Eaton High School; was a […] — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Dennis D. Ross Dennis D. Ross, age 74, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. He was born on September 1, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Robert and Naomi (Brown) Ross. Denny was raised in New Paris, Ohio, and was a proud graduate of the […] — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Rodney Hart Armstrong Rodney Hart Armstrong, age 90, of Union City, Ohio, passed from his earthly life into his heavenly home, on October 2, 2025. He died peacefully after a challenging time of health issues following several strokes. “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they […] — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Sherry and Richard Gearhart Sharon L. “Sherry” Gearhart, 79, and her Husband of 57 years, Richard J. Gearhart, 86, of Lewisburg, Ohio, died Monday, September 29, 2025 in Eaton, Ohio and Tuesday, September 30, 2025 in Dayton, Ohio, died about eleven hours apart from each other. Sherry was a Monroe Township High School graduate and had served for over […] — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Debbie Louise Head Obituary Pending There are no public services. Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Send online condolences to www.communityfamilyfh.com View full obituary — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Thomas Seffrin Thomas M. Seffrin, 82, of Connersville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, where he had been a patient since March. Tom was born on April 7, 1943, in Connersville at Fayette Memorial Hospital, to the late Walter Leo and Mary Jane (Connell) Seffrin. He was a lifelong member […] — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Forrest Tevis IV Forrest Tevis IV, 52, passed away on September 30, 2025. He was born May 15, 1973 in Richmond, Indiana to the Forrest Tevis III and View full obituary — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Ralph E. Thalls II Ralph E. Thalls II passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 6, 2025)
Daniel Dean Peyton Daniel Dean Peyton, 85, of Springport passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, October 3, 2025. Dan was born on August 31, 1940, in New Castle the son of the late, Creston and Olive (Chambers) Peyton. A proud graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, Class of 1958, Dan went on to serve his […] — (Posted October 5, 2025)
Amber Duvernois Amber Kay Duvernois, 40, of Middletown, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025. She was born May 5, 1985, in Merced, California. Amber enjoyed rescuing animals, fishing and making hair bows. Amber was a 2003 graduate of New Castle High School and worked as a quality inspector at Indiana Automotive Fasteners (IAF) in Greenfield. Amber is […] — (Posted October 4, 2025)
Brian E. Edwards Brian E. Reynolds, 47, of New Castle passed away Friday, September 24, 2025 in Connersville, Indiana. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 3, 1977 to Steve and Marilyn (Ingle) Reynolds. Brian and his brother Shane worked for Cincinnati Floor Company, where they installed lots of flooring. He loved motorcycle riding, remote control cars […] — (Posted October 4, 2025)
James Henry DeLucio Jr. James Henry DeLucio Jr. passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted October 3, 2025)
April M. Brummett April Marie (Loveless) Brummett, 48, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. She was born on October 6, 1976, to Don and Linda Loveless, and was a proud graduate of New Castle High School in 1995.  In her younger years, April worked at Motivated Ladies, Pizza King, and […] — (Posted October 3, 2025)
Sue Miller Sue Ann Cushing Miller, 88 of Connersville passed into the arms of Jesus on October 2, 2025. She was born to Jesse and Dorothy Cushing View full obituary — (Posted October 3, 2025)
Vesta Irene Redick Vesta Irene Redick was born February 3rd, 1936, and went to her heavenly home on September 30, 2025, after a long illness. She was the daughter of James Logan and Rose (Barnes) Marcum. Vesta was lovingly known as Tootie to her family and very close friends. She was married to Charles Eugene Redick for 52 […] — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Thomas Christopher Kanke CENTERVILLE, IN– Thomas Christopher Kanke, age 59, of Centerville, Indiana, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born October 6, 1965, in Richmond, Indiana, to Thomas and Joyce McNamara Kanke, Tom lived in this community his entire life. He graduated from Ivy Tech and worked as a tool & die maker […] — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Shannon Marie Reeves 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 View full obituary — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Nancy Ellen Rogers Nancy Ellen Rogers (1943 – 2025) Now rejoicing before the throne of God and forever with our Lord Jesus Christ, Nancy Ellen Rogers is free. Born to John and Norma Harter of New Castle, Indiana, Nancy was the oldest of three children, followed by her sister Zeta and brother Barry. After graduating from high school, […] — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Diane Gromosiak Diane Slonaker Gromosiak, age 74, of Germantown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, surrounded by family at Hospice of Dayton. She was born on August 29, 1951 in Richmond, Indiana and was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Diane will be remembered for her unwavering kindness and deep love for her family […] — (Posted October 2, 2025)
Bobbie C Stirnichuk Bobbie C. Stirnichuk, 88, of Penitas, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on the evening of Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at the home of her nephew in Mooreland. She had just moved from Texas to New Castle this past weekend. She was born on September 7, 1937, in Durham, North Carolina… — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Abigail Marie Snyder Abigail “Abby” Marie Snyder, age 27, of Eaton, OH passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025. She was born July 29, 1998 in Yuma, Arizona to James and Cynthia Snyder. Abby was a 2017 graduate of Eaton High School. She was a licensed Optician at Walmart in Eaton. She loved color, especially her yellow Dr. […] — (Posted October 1, 2025)
Edward “Eddy” Carle Tucker RICHMOND, Ind. – Edward Carle Tucker, age 79, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born November 22, 1945, in Richmond, Indiana, to Robert Earl and Barbra Carle Tucker, Eddy was a life-long resident of Richmond. He was a graduate of Richmond High School and Indiana University. Eddy worked […] — (Posted October 1, 2025)