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.
Ronald Jackson PERSHING – Ronald Jackson, 82, passed away at his home in Pershing, Indiana, surrounded by family the morning of Tuesday October 21st, 2025. The son of the late James Dale and Mary K. (Brey) Jackson, Ron was born on May 27th, 1943, in New Castle, Indiana. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class […] — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Stephen G. Brown Stephen G. Brown passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted October 23, 2025)
Gordon Earl Turner Gordon Earl Turner, age 93, of Eaton, OH passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton Healthcare Center. He was born July 27, 1932 in Beattyville, KY to the late Harlan and Frankie M. (Toler) Turner. Gordon was a U.S. Navy Veteran and served during the Korean War. He worked for North […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Steve Banning Steven D. Banning In Loving Memory of Steven D. Banning It is with deep sorrow that the family of Steven D. Banning announces his passing. Steve was born on April 5, 1955, to Paul and Dorothy (Shawhan) Banning in Economy, Indiana, and he spent his entire life in the Hagerstown, Indiana, area. Steve graduated from Hagerstown High School […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Dr. Stanley Dean Schaeffer Dr. Stanley Dean Schaeffer, 64, of Kernersville, NC, and formerly of Cambridge City, IN, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, after a long battle with Huntington’s Disease.After graduating from Lincoln High School Stan went on to earn his Electrical Engineering degree from Purdue University. He graduated from Medical School […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Russell Hartman, Jr. Russell “Mousy” Hartman, Jr., age 85 of Eaton, Ohio and formerly of Lewisburg, Ohio, passed away at Hospice of Dayton on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 after a lengthy illness. He was born on November 29, 1939 in Preble County, Ohio, son of the late John Russell & Ica Iola (Brown) Hartman. Russell is a 1957 […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Gary Apple Gerald Leroy “Gary” Apple, age 85, passed away peacefully at Friends Fellowship Community on October 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on December 12, 1939, in Richmond, Indiana, Gary lived a full and generous life grounded in service, humor, and an unwavering love for family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin […] — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Mary Lou Force OBITUARY IS FORTHCOMING View full obituary — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Margaret Ruth Spicer OBITUARY IS FORTHCOMING View full obituary — (Posted October 22, 2025)
Christopher Michael ” Chris” Schrimper Christopher Michael “Chris” Schrimper, age 51, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Banner Health Page Hospital in Page, AZ. He was born May 15, 1974 in Hamilton, OH to Marilyn (Selke) Schrimper and the late David Schrimper. Chris was a 1992 graduate of Talawanda High School; he worked at […] — (Posted October 21, 2025)
Paul E. Christenson Paul E. Christenson, 81, of Knightstown passed away Monday, October 20, 2025. Paul was born January 28, 1944 in Rowan County, Kentucky, the son of the late Oren and Martha (Hyden) Christenson. He was a 1963 graduate of New Castle High School and spent a 37-year career working at the New Castle Chrysler plant. Paul […] — (Posted October 21, 2025)
Brett D Smith Brett D. Smith, 62 of Connersville passed away on October 19, 2025. He was born on October 10, 1963 in Connersville, to Archie Smith and View full obituary — (Posted October 21, 2025)
Earnest Randle “Obituary Pending” View full obituary — (Posted October 21, 2025)
Quintona “Tonie” Mays Quintona “Tonie” Susan Mays went to be with the Lord on Sunday October 19th 2025. She passed away peacefully in her home which was her View full obituary — (Posted October 21, 2025)
Glenna Mae Shively Glenna M. (Pease) Shively, age 101 of Englewood, Ohio, former lifelong resident of Lewisburg, died Monday, October 20, 2025 in Englewood. Born on July 21, 1924 in Lewisburg, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Clarence W. and Bertha (Arnett) Pease. Glenna was a 1942 Lewisburg-Union High School graduate and had worked for Western […] — (Posted October 20, 2025)
Teresa Helton Teresa L. Helton, 71, of New Castle passed Thursday evening, October 16th, 2025.  Teresa was born in New Castle, Indiana on October 2nd, 1954, and spent the vast majority of her life in Henry County.  She was a member of the Class of 1973 at Tri High School. While raising her children Teresa was a […] — (Posted October 20, 2025)
Donna Gayle Runyon In Loving Memory of Donna Gayle Runyon Donna Gayle, born in Tallassee, Alabama on January 7, 1957 to the late Luther Donald and Ida Merrell View full obituary — (Posted October 20, 2025)
Larry Williams Larry W. Williams, age 80, of Pershing, Indiana passed away on Friday October 17, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on March 23, 1945 in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa to Denver M. And Minnie Ruth (Rahly) Williams. Larry served in the U.S. Army for just over 10 years, his service taking him […] — (Posted October 20, 2025)
Pamela E. Hunter Pamela E. Hunter, 78, of Metamora, passed away peacefully on the evening of Friday, October 17, 2025. She was born on October 14, 1947, in Laurel, to the late Melvin and Ollie Tussey Cummins. A lifelong educator, she graduated as Valedictorian from Laurel High School with the Class of 1966. Her pursuit of knowledge continued […] — (Posted October 20, 2025)
Bonnie Lois Cornett Bonnie Lois Cornett, 91, of Greenfield, Indiana, passed away, Monday, October 13, 2025 at Hancock Regional Hospital, Greenfield, Indiana She was born February 22, 1934 in Sexton Creek in Clay County, Kentucky, one of four daughters of Lee Calvin and Margaret Thompson Sparks and at the age of twelve, she moved with her family to […] — (Posted October 20, 2025)
Paula Kay Jones Paula Kay Jones, 77, of Knightstown, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at The Willows in New Castle. She was born on September 8, 1948, in Decatur, IL, to the late William and Helen (Marshall) Oathout. Paula and her husband, Larry, managed a hardware store together, a venture that consumed most of their working lives. […] — (Posted October 19, 2025)
Robert N. Baker Robert Nathaniel Baker II, age 88, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully to meet his Lord on October 18, 2025. He was born on April 9, 1937, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Robert Benjamin Baker and Agnes “Pud” (Teaford) Baker-Flory. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Buena […] — (Posted October 19, 2025)
Cheryl Lynn Tyner RICHMOND, Ind. – Cheryl Lynn Tyner, age 61, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Brickyard – Golden Rule. Born February 28, 1964, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of William V. and Donna G. Mounce Tyner, Cheryl was a life-long resident of Richmond. She was a 1982 graduate of Richmond High School. Cheryl […] — (Posted October 18, 2025)
Susan Fay Blevins Susan Fay Blevins, 78, of New Castle passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Henry Community Health in New Castle. She was born on July 20, 1947 in Parnell, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Jessie and Ruth (Coffey) Blevins. Fay graduated from Blue River High School. She enjoyed riding her three wheel […] — (Posted October 18, 2025)
Elsie Klute Elsie Klute, 81 of Richmond, died Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. She was born August 19, 1944, in Albany, Georgia, View full obituary — (Posted October 18, 2025)
James “Jim” S. Dalgety James "Jim" S. Dalgety, age 68, of Hamilton, OH passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born on January 24, 1957 in Minneapolis, MN to the late William and Gloria (Clay) Dalgety. Jim was a 1975 graduate of Williamsville North High School in Williamsville, NY. He went on to study at the University […] — (Posted October 18, 2025)
Darren Leo Merritt Darren Leo Merritt passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Larry Lee Thomas — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Mary “Katie” Katherine Tesmer Mary “Katie” Katherine Tesmer, 77, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the Waters of New Castle. She was born March 3, 1948 to the late Harold and Frances (Beatty) Elliott in Chillicothe, Ohio. Katie worked at Wal-Mart and Jerry’s Supermarket. She also loved babysitting and has watched many children over the years. Katie’s hobbies […] — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Angela Joan “Angie” Towler Angela Joan “Angie” Towler, of Connersville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday October 16, 2025 at the age of 51. She was born in Richmond, Indiana View full obituary — (Posted October 17, 2025)