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.
Karen Lee Niblick 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 April 8, 2025)
Paula Rae Heindl Paula Rae (Vandever) Heindl, age 71 of Eaton, Ohio passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 12, 1953 in Miami, Florida, daughter of the late Paul E. Vandever & Alberta Geraldine Paro. She retired after 20 years as an office manager for Dayton […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)
Donald E. Blaylock Donald E. Blaylock, age 82, of Camden passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025 at his daughter’s residence. He was born May 13, 1942 in Hamilton, OH to the late Roy Blaylock and Faye (King) Slusher. Donald worked with RA Miller Construction for 27 years; he was an avid fisherman, winning an award for the […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)
Brad Linn Bradley Ryan Linn passed away unexpectedly on Monday evening April 7, 2025, in Connersville at the age of 43. He was born in Rushville, Indiana View full obituary — (Posted April 8, 2025)
Alan W. Emmons Alan W. Emmons, 65, of New Castle passed away Monday, April 7, 2025 at IU Health Ball Hospital. He was born December 7, 1959 in Washington, Indiana to the late Carl and Mary (Belcher) Emmons. Alan was a loving, caring person who had a big heart that would help anyone in need. With his quiet […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)
Reverend Fred Lee Collins Reverend Fred Lee Collins, 88, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Heritage House of Connersville. One of thirteen children to Lorenzo and Mary Powell Collins, Fred was born October 19, 1936, in Kerby Knob, Kentucky. On April 6, 1957, Fred married the former Hester Estes in […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)
Charles Duane McKinney Charles Duane McKinney was born May 13, 1964, to Hubert and Frances (Bell) McKinney, Jr., in Richmond, Indiana. He went to be with our Lord, View full obituary — (Posted April 8, 2025)
Kenneth Dale Hacker Kenneth Dale Hacker, 90, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord early on the morning of Monday, April 7, 2025, at Henry Community Health following a brief illness. He was born July 31, 1934, in Martinsville, Indiana, a son of the late Ernest L. and Mabel (Landrum) Hacker. Kenny was well-known and […] — (Posted April 8, 2025)
Juanitha “Julie” E.J. Garrett Juanitha E. J. Garrett, 61, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on April 3, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. She was born on March View full obituary — (Posted April 8, 2025)
David Raye Cross David Raye Cross, 77, of New Castle, passed away early Monday morning, April 7, 2025, at home following a brief illness. He was born on March 3, 1948, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Homer C. and Evelyn I. (Favorite) Cross. David graduated from Blue River Valley High School in 1966, where […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)
Donald Ray Lawson Obituary Pending Funeral services will be held at Community Family Funeral Home, Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM, Family and friends may visit Thursday View full obituary — (Posted April 7, 2025)
Michael D. Sheets Michael D. Sheets, beloved husband, dad, brother, uncle, grandpa, and friend, was called home on April 3rd surrounded by family. He was 69. Michael was born November 4th, 1955 at Reid Memorial Hospital, grew up in Fountain City and graduated from Northeastern High School, where he met his high school sweetheart, best friend and wife […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)
Aletha E. Cook Aletha E. Cook, 42, passed away at Reid Health on Tuesday afternoon, April 1. Aletha was born in Richmond, Indiana on May 7, 1982 to Jon & June Stamper Jeffries. Aletha was raised outside Williamsburg and was a 2000 graduate of Northeastern High School, where she was a member of the Varsity Softball Team. She […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)
Paul D. Sturgis    Paul D. Sturgis, 84, of Winchester, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Monday evening, March 24.    Paul was born in Richmond, Indiana on September 5, 1940 to Willard J. & Nellie A. Personette Sturgis. Paul attended Richmond High School. He joined the workforce at an early starting out at […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)
Martha Jones    Mrs. Martha Jones, 88, formerly of Lynn, passed away at Millers Merry Manor in Marion, Indiana on Tuesday morning, March 25.    She was born in Monon, Indiana on June 20, 1936 to Paul R. & Verna J. Long Murray. In 1955, Martha won the title of Miss Lafayette. She went on to compete […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)
Carl Russell “Rusty” Miller CARL RUSSELL “RUSTY” MILLER    Rusty Miller, of Fountain City, Indiana, made his final farewell after a long illness on Wednesday, March 26th, surrounded by his wife and family.    He was born on February 3, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Robert and Phyllis (Crowe) Miller. One of five siblings, Rusty spent his […] — (Posted April 7, 2025)
Carol J. Mitchell Carol J. Mitchell, 78 of Eaton, Ohio, formerly of New Paris, Ohio died Friday, April 4, 2025 at Vancrest of Eaton. Born on April 29, 1946 in Richmond, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Louis W. and Blanche (Null) Weist. Carol worked at Target in Richmond for 25 years and EMT in Eaton. […] — (Posted April 6, 2025)
Norma Jean Abner RICHMOND, Ind. – Norma Jean Abner, age 78, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, April 5, 2025, at home. Born April 16, 1946, in McKee, Kentucky, to Clifton and Mary Jane Wright Spivey, Norma lived in this area since the late 1960’s. She worked at Dairy Queen for over 30 years. Norma enjoyed singing, especially country […] — (Posted April 6, 2025)
Ellen Hickman Ellen E. Hickman, 100 years old, of Lewisville, went to her heavenly home on April 3, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was at Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield, Indiana.      Ellen was born June 6, 1924 in Fentress County, Tennessee along the Wolf River, to James W. and Rena Jane (Jones) Turner. She was […] — (Posted April 5, 2025)
Naomi Ruth Jones Naomi Ruth Jones, age 90, of Richmond, died April 2, 2025, at Reid Health after an extended illness. She was born November 5, 1934, in View full obituary — (Posted April 5, 2025)
June Mitchell Salzarulo June Mitchell Salzarulo passed away at Friends Fellowship Community on April 2, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was a daughter of Irish Catholic farmers, View full obituary — (Posted April 4, 2025)
Tabatha Raley-White Tabatha Raley-White, 41, of New Castle, passed away early on the morning of April 4, 2025, at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis following a brief illness. She was born on June 17, 1983, in New Castle, Indiana, the daughter of Greg Raley and Lucinda Gean (Mitchell) Slaven. Tabatha worked at Pure Foods in Greenfield for […] — (Posted April 4, 2025)
Jeanetta Neal Jeanetta Neal, age 80, and a resident of New Castle went to Heaven on Thursday, April 3 at Ball Memorial Hospital. Jeanetta was a beautician in New Castle for many years before moving to Longview Texas in 1982. At the age of 50, she received her LPN degree from Kilgore College located in Texas. She […] — (Posted April 4, 2025)
Susan M. McDougle Susan M. (Reed) McDougle passed away at home on April 2nd, 2025. She was born December 29th, 1925, in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of Henry View full obituary — (Posted April 4, 2025)
Rodger Barnett Obituary is forthcoming. View full obituary — (Posted April 4, 2025)
Jacqueline Hobson Jacqueline M. Hobson, 81 of Connersville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2025. She was born on July 5, 1943 to the late Fremont View full obituary — (Posted April 4, 2025)
Carolyn Sue Jones Carolyn Sue Jones, 81 of Richmond, IN, passed away peacefully at Reid Health on April 1, 2025, in Richmond. She was born on March 19, View full obituary — (Posted April 4, 2025)
Genalea Nunn Genalea Nunn, 93, of New Castle, went to meet her Lord and Savior Wednesday, April 2, 2025. She was at her long-time residence, surrounded by many of her loved ones. She was born October 10, 1931, in Greenwood, McCreary County, KY, a daughter of the late Lester and Mattie (Hay) Davis. Loving, caring, Godly, and […] — (Posted April 4, 2025)
Terrence Tevis Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted April 3, 2025)
Naomi Knollman Naomi Earlene Thomas Knollman, Age 91, residing near Liberty, IN, went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Monday March 31, 2025. She was View full obituary — (Posted April 3, 2025)