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.
Charles Waltermann It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Charles Waltermann, aged 84, who left this world on April 14, 2025. Born to Joseph Waltermann and Amelia Deuser Waltermann on November 17, 1940 in Richmond, Indiana, Charles graduated from Richmond High School and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton, Ohio. […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
James F.W. Neal James F.W. “Jim” Neal, 77, formerly of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at home in Fredericktown, MO. He was born March 8, 1948, in New Castle, to the late Dewey Floyd and Ella Lawrence (Huckaby) Neal. A 1967 graduate of Union High School in Modoc, Jim worked at Chrysler Corp. […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Karen Sue Smith Karen Sue Smith, age 82, passed away at Reid Health on April 16, 2025. She was born March 18, 1943, the daughter of Fred Dawes View full obituary — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Jameson Allen McGrew Jameson Allen McGrew, aged 95, passed away at Addison Place Assisted Living facility in New Castle on April 14, 2025. Jameson's ready smile, infectious laugh, sometimes "hammy" gestures, and wise counsel when needed effectively projected an encompassing love and a readiness to serve that made him as valued a member of the broader New Castle […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Don W Simon Don W. Simon, age 75, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. Born on December 18, 1949 in Coudersport, Pennsylvania, son of the late Charles Thomas & Iwana Nells (Mills) Simon. Don proudly served in the US Navy from 1969 to 1971 during the Vietnam […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Dustin Becraft Dustin Becraft passed away, with his family by his side on April 15, 2025, in Cambridge City, at the age of 41 after a long View full obituary — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Steven Anthony Sullivan Steven Anthony Sullivan, 68, of New Paris, OH, passed away peacefully on April 14th after a brief illness, at Everhart Hospice located in Wayne Hospital View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Janice Darlene Dixon Janice Darlene Krall Dixon, 67, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Riverview Hospital under hospice care after a brief illness. She was born View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Debra L. Johnson 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 April 16, 2025)
Larry Wayne Cummins Larry Wayne Cummins, of Union County, passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2025 at the age of 77. Larry was born in Connersville, IN on View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Charles A. Purdy Charles A. Purdy, 66, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025. He was born in Terre Haute on March 9, 1959 to the late Paul and Mary (Robinson) Purdy. Charles graduated high school in Terre Haute in 1977. After graduation, he attended Indiana State University and Purdue University were he earned a Master’s […] — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Marsha Kay Franklin Marsha Kay Franklin, 73 of Richmond, IN passed away on April 14, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond. She was born on January 27, 1952, View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Alan Pittaway Alan Pittaway, 71, of Greenville, passed away on April 15, 2025, at Wayne Hospital in Greenville. He was born on March 3, 1954, in Oxford, England, to the late Stanley and Mary (Chiddington) Pittaway. In addition to his parents, Alan is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kimberly (Palsgrove) Pittaway, whom he married on […] — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Brian Todd Chew Brian Todd Chew, 52, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly in his home the morning of April 13, 2025. His beautiful soul entered this world on August 20, 1972. Brian is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart of 35 years, Kimberly Ellen Chew. His two daughters, Chloe Renee Chew (Jake Pedrelli) and Gabriella Caroline […] — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Larry W. Slover Larry W. Stover, 78, of New Castle, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at Henry Community Hospital. He was born November 29, 1946, in New Castle to James F. and Georgia (Axel) Slover. Larry worked as a truck driver and in several factories. He was of the Methodist faith. Larry is survived by mother Georgia […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Timothy W. Ferguson Timothy W. Ferguson, 64, of New Castle passed away April 13, 2025, at Henry Community Health. He was born March 2, 1961, in New Castle. Tim had attended New Castle Chrysler High School and had worked many different manufacturing jobs throughout his life. Tim was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was a huge Minnesota […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Peggy Lee Lee Peggy L. (Mastin) Lee, 69 of New Castle passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025 at the Waters of New Castle. She was born July 21st, 1955 in Henry County to the late Jerry F. and Margaret (Hungerford) Mastin. Peggy was employed at the New Castle State Hospital and Modernfold Corporation. She attended Walter P. Chrysler […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Bradley Scott Coffey Bradley Scott Coffey, 56, of Straughn, passed away unexpectedly at his home. He was born July 12, 1968, in New Castle. He was a 1986 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, he worked in the Vocational Welding and Building Trades Programs while there. Brad was certified in several machine trades. He was most recently […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Joseph Myers STRAUGHN – Joseph Frank Myers, 69, of rural Straughn, passed away on April 11th, 2025, peacefully at his home. Frank was born June 4, 1955, in Muncie, Indiana to Claude and Dorothy (Ritchie) Myers. Frank was a lifelong Straughn resident farmer, former 4-H leader, South Henry School Corp. bus driver, and HVAC technician in and […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
George Edward Herrell 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 April 15, 2025)
April Elaine Quinn April entered this world on April 4, 1979, on Good Friday, bringing with her a radiant spirit characterized by blonde hair and blue eyes. With View full obituary — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Curt Hiatt Curt Hiatt, age 63, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on August 3, 1961, in Greenville, to the late Duane and Dorothy (Foreman) Hiatt. In addition to his parents, Curt was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Katlynn Nestor. Curt […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Kevin Drew Tipton Kevin Drew Tipton, age 66, passed away at The Willows of Richmond Nursing Home, April 13, 2025. He was born May 30, 1958, to Charles View full obituary — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Barbara Jean Shaw Barbara "Barb" Jean Shaw, age 96, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville. She was born on July 21, 1928, in Winchester, Indiana, to the late Wilbur and Lela (Byrum) Teagarden. In addition to her parents, Barb was preceded in death by her husband, […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Jeffrey W. Jones Jeffrey W. “Jonesy” Jones, 62, of Richmond, died Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Reid Health. He was born in Richmond on March 24, 1963 to Edwin and Sonya Jones and was a life long resident of Wayne County. He attended Centerville High School. Survivors include his wife, Sharon (Kitts) Jones; a son, Jacob Jones (Amanda); […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Jack Phelps    Jack Phelps, 95, formerly of Williamsburg and Fountain City, died of natural causes on April 4, 2025, at Friends Fellowship Community in Richmond.    He was born on August 5, 1929, in Richmond to Carl J. and Mary (Davies) Phelps. On June 17, 1956, he married Doris Bockhofer. Jack graduated from Fountain City High […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Teresa L. Dixon Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Frances Arlene Ohm Frances Arlene Ohm, 94, of Richmond, Indiana loving daughter, mother and grandmother died peacefully in her sleep on April 12, 2025. She is preceded in View full obituary — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Dorothy McWhorter Dorothy McWhorter, age 70 of Richmond, passed away on April 11, 2025. She was born in Beattyville, Kentucky on December 4, 1954 to the late Tildon Newton and Gertrude Newton. Dorothy was preceded in death by her beloved husband Scott McWhorter and her son Joseph McWhorter; two sisters Sylvia Newton and Karen Newton. She was […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)
Judith Ann Day Judith Ann (Thompson) Day of West Alexandria Ohio passed away peacefully at home with family on Sunday, April 13, 2025. She was the second child of the late Daniel Thompson and Janice (Benner) Smith. Judy was also preceded in death by her mother-in-law Edith (Collins) Day, father-in-law Marion Day and sister Vickie Jo Stottlemire. She […] — (Posted April 14, 2025)