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.
Vicki Ann Parrett Vicki Ann Parrett, 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 11, 2025, at the home of her daughter in Everton. One of two daughters of the late Lawrence V. “Bob” and Vergie Robbins Brittenham, Vicki was born on February 1, 1945 in Greenville, Ohio. Vicki spent nearly 27 years working as a Truck Driver for […] — (Posted October 13, 2025)
Gary E. Jennings Gary E. Jennings 79, of Eaton passed away October 10, 2025 at Vancrest Heath Care of Eaton. He was born September 23, 1946 in Richmond View full obituary — (Posted October 13, 2025)
Bonnie Jean Lapham Bonnie Jean Lapham, 69, passed away unexpectedly on October 4, 2025, in Laurel, Indiana. She was one of six children born to the late James Warren Feller and Judith (Simler) Feller. Bonnie was born on March 27, 1956, in Connersville, Indiana, and grew up north of Connersville on a farm before later moving into town. […] — (Posted October 13, 2025)
David S. Turner Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted October 13, 2025)
Mary Jane Jones Mary Jane Jones, 87, a lifelong resident of New Castle, passed away October 9, 2025, at Addison Place. Mary was born May 22, 1938, in New Castle to the late James and Esta (Braton) Swim. Mary married the love of her life Arthur “Andy” Jones on July 28, 1955. They were happily married for 67 […] — (Posted October 11, 2025)
Mary Jane Cory RICHMOND, Ind. – Mary Jane Cory, age 85, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at home. Born January 30, 1940, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Harry Marvin and Beulah Mae Smith Crothers, Jane was a life-long resident of this area and graduated from Boston High School. She was employed by Kroger and worked […] — (Posted October 10, 2025)
Randall “Randy” D. Pruett Randall “Randy” D. Pruett, age 64, passed away at Reid Health on October 8, 2025. He was born June 3, 1961, the son of James View full obituary — (Posted October 10, 2025)
James Louis Kalkhoff James Louis Kalkhoff, 71, of Connersville, passed away at his residence on Monday, October 7, 2025. One of eight children of the late Theodore and Louise Kalkhoff, James was born in Connersville on February 27, 1954 graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1972. James dedicated fifteen years of his working life to […] — (Posted October 10, 2025)
Damon Michael Stubblefield Damon Michael Stubblefield, 43, of Richmond, died Monday, October 6, 20215. He was born February 14, 1982, in Richmond to Tommy Gene and Anna Marie View full obituary — (Posted October 9, 2025)
Christopher J. Weidert Christoper J. Weidert, 40, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday morning, October 8, 2025, at I.U. Methodist Hospital. He was born October 12, 1984, a son of Steven and Debby (Gill) Weidert. A 2003 graduate of Chrysler High School, Chris also graduated from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree […] — (Posted October 9, 2025)
Jeffery “Jeff” Allen Marlow Jeffery “Jeff” Allen Marlow, 40, of Mooreland, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born on January 7, 1985, to Linda (Sutton) Marlow and the late Freddie Marlow Jr. Jeff began his working career at Captain D's restaurant and later joined Grede in New Castle at the young […] — (Posted October 9, 2025)
David G. Curren David G. Curren, age 93, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Arbor Trace Family-first Senior Living. Born July 19, 1932, in Elmira, New York, to George Henry Curren and Sarah Elizabeth Isaacs Curren, David lived in this community since 1964. He proudly served in the U. S. Army and retired from NATCO. […] — (Posted October 9, 2025)
James Rondel Wicker James Rondel Wicker, 82, of Connersville, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. He was born on May 6, 1943, in Mousie, Kentucky, a son of the late Clophus and Maggie Patrick Wicker. On November 26, 1975, he was united in marriage to the former Lorene Thomas in Connersville. […] — (Posted October 9, 2025)
Robert Lewis Vega Robert Lewis Vega, 72, of West Milton, Ohio, died Monday, October 6, 2025 in Troy, Ohio. He was born on August 22, 1953 in Union City, Indiana, son of the late William Raymond and Bertha Jane (Heiden) Vega. Robert was a 1973 graduate of Twin Valley North High School in Lewisburg and was a retired […] — (Posted October 8, 2025)
William “Bill” L. Henry William “Bill” L. Henry, age 82, of Dayton, OH passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born May 14, 1943 in Dayton to the late George L. and Martha Ellen (Cotterman) Henry. Bill was a gym teacher, a counselor and a principal at Kettering Public Schools and Smith School […] — (Posted October 8, 2025)
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)