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.

Carolene Smith Carolene Smith, 88, of New Castle, passed away on June 23, 2026, at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. Born on May 19, 1938, in Smithtown, Kentucky, Carolene was the daughter of the late William Carl Worley and Mossie E. (Shepherd) Worley. On November 19, 1960, she married the love of her life, William […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Sally I. Mowell Sally I. Mowell, age 72, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Ft. Hamilton Hospital in Hamilton, OH. She was born July 12, 1953 in Terra Haute, IN. Sally was a 1972 graduate of State High School in Terra Haute, IN. She retired as a HR Specialist from Dmax Limited […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Charles “Eddie” Addison Charles “Eddie” Addison, 78, New Castle, passed away June 21, 2026, at Addison Place Assisted Living. Eddie was born on June 9, 1948, in New Castle, the son of Charles and Della Addison. He worked for Miller Pipeline for many years and was a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 157. He enjoyed classic […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Michael B. Canner October 7, 1947 – June 21, 2026Michael Bruce Canner, 78, of New Castle, passed away on the evening of Sunday, June 21, 2026 at The Willows of New Castle.He was born on October 7 1947, in Indianapolis, IN, a son of the late Jack and Mildred (Miller) McAllister. Mike was a graduate… — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Charles “Charlie” R. Johnson RICHMOND, IN– Charles R. Johnson, age 84, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026. Charlie was born October 26, 1941, in Cobin, Kentucky, to Edith Jennings and Omer Johnson, both of whom preceded him in death. He was raised in Whitely County, Kentucky and graduated from Woodbine High School. Charlie was a […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Margaret Ellen Warnes Margaret E. Warnes, 93, went home to be with her Lord early Monday morning, June 22nd, 2026, after a brief illness. She was born on October 2nd, 1932, to the late Arthur (Frank) Abernathy and Hazel (Hunt) Abernathy in Randolph County. She graduated from Lynn High School in 1950 and enjoyed working at the Winchester […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Phyllis Joan Weist Phyllis Joan Weist passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Clifford Arthur Warner Clifford Arthur Warner, 62, of Connersville, passed away Monday evening, June 15, 2026, at U.C. Health of Cincinnati. A life-long resident of Connersville, Clifford was born on September 19, 1963, in Connersville, one of five children of Clifford Franklin and Marilyn June Ariens Warner. Clifford was previously employed at Homemart Cabinets of Connersville and UniRef […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Pamela J. Peelle RICHMOND, IN- Pamela Jean Starr Peelle, age 82, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Reid Health. Pam was born on December 2, 1943 in Richmond to the late Eugene L. and Edith Minnich Starr. She was a graduate of Boston High School. Pam worked in the banking industry for […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Steven D. “Tiny” Henderson CENTERVILLE, IN– Steven D. “Tiny” Henderson, age 69, of Centerville, Indiana, died Saturday, June 20, 2026, at home. Born September 14, 1956, in Richmond, Indiana, to Cecil and Ruth Jones Henderson, Tiny lived all of his life in this community. He worked as a welder/fabricator and was employed at Stevens Wire for 17 years. Tiny […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Hazel L. Crockett Hazel L. Crockett, age 89, of Richmond passed away on June 21, 2026, at Arbor Trace under Comfort Care. She was born on November 17, 1936, in Richmond to Isaac David and Bessie Beulah Ladd Revalee and lived here all her life. She retired after working 38 years at MCL Cafeteria and was a member […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Connie Sue Sayne Connie Sue Sayne passed away at Reid Health in Richmond on Thursday June 18, 2026, at the age of 66. She was born in Connersville, Indiana on March 26, 1960, the daughter of the late Everett Cecil Young, Sr., and Anna Sue Huddleston Young. Connie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother that enjoyed working […] — (Posted June 23, 2026)

Bill Goodwin William L. “Bill” Goodwin, 82, of Centerville, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on June 14, 2026, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. He was a faithful member of Living Faith Church of God. William was born on December 31, 1943, to Donald R. and Virginia (Peters) Goodwin. He graduated from Whitewater High […] — (Posted June 22, 2026)

Mike W. Roberts, Jr. Mike W. Roberts, Jr., age 52, of Somerville, OH passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at his home. He was born August 3, 1973 in Middletown, OH. Mike graduated from Preble Shawnee High School in 1991, and later coached baseball for them. He worked for Oats Overnight in West Chester as a maintenance supervisor. […] — (Posted June 22, 2026)

Betty J. Eddy It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Betty J McGuire Eddy (“Nan”), 92, of Connersville, Indiana. Betty passed peacefully Sunday morning June 21, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Betty was born August 5, 1933, in Ida May, Kentucky to William “Bill” R. McGuire and Ruth A. […] — (Posted June 22, 2026)

Jeffrey Todd Brown Jeffrey Todd "Jeff" Brown, 59, a resident of Muncie passed away following a brief illness on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born March 10, 1967 in New Castle to Larry and Diana (Dalton) Brown. Jeff was a 1985 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and also from Vincennes […] — (Posted June 22, 2026)

Harry Joe Fitzgerald Harry Joe Fitzgerald, 65 of Connersville passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. He was born on December 27, 1960, in Columbus, Indiana to William J. Fitzgerald and Martha (Henderson) Fitzgerald. Joe was a member of the New Testament Church of Christ in Hagerstown. Joe proudly served in the United States Air Force as Military […] — (Posted June 22, 2026)

Joe Weaver Joseph “Joe” Wayne Weaver, 73, of Connersville, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. A son of John Joseph and Mary Elizabeth Shields Weaver, Joe was born in Connersville, Indiana, on November 17, 1952. He was a 1970 graduate of Connersville High School. Joe was employed at D&M until […] — (Posted June 22, 2026)

Susan Adelle McAtee Susan Adelle (Schneider) McAtee Susan Adelle (Schneider) McAtee, 77, formerly of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home in Fort Myers, Florida, on June 17, 2026. Sue was born on July 25, 1948, in Ellsworth, Kansas, to the late Elmer and Velma (Schaefer) Schneider. She was raised on the family farm, where she […] — (Posted June 22, 2026)

Daniel W. Goar Daniel W. Goar passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted June 22, 2026)

John Allan Loveday John Allan Loveday, 64, a resident of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Friday morning, June 18, 2026 at the Willows of New Castle. He was born May 28, 1962 in New Castle to the late Amos John and Nora Ann (Snedigar) Loveday. John was a graduate of New Castle Chrysler […] — (Posted June 21, 2026)

Jenny Barley Obituary pending… — (Posted June 21, 2026)

Darrell R. Tuggle Darrell R. Tuggle, 81, a resident of New Castle passed away Friday, June 19, 2026 at the Waters of New Castle. He was born March 29, 1945 in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late Addie and Maymie (Coffey) Tuggle. The youngest of ten children, Darrell was a 1964 graduate of Eubank High School and attended […] — (Posted June 20, 2026)

Wanda Jean West Wanda “Sissy” Jean West, 85, of New Castle, passed away on June 18, 2026, at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born on April 13, 1941, in Chauncey, WV, to the late William and Mayme (Norris) Parrish. Wanda received her schooling from Sulphur Springs High School and was a longtime member of the Losantville […] — (Posted June 20, 2026)

Rev. Allen Dean Henderson Rev. Allen Dean Henderson, Pastor of Living Faith Church of God passed away on Wednesday June 17, 2026 at Reid Health. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday June 26, 2026 at Living Faith Church of God. Friends may call from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Thursday June 25, 2026 and one […] — (Posted June 20, 2026)

Nellie S. Fudge Nellie S. Fudge, age 98, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton. She was born August 26, 1927 in Loretta, KY to the late James and Alma (Sympson) Smith. Nellie was married to William Fudge for 75 years, marrying on October 9, 1943 until his […] — (Posted June 19, 2026)

Oma C. Johnson Oma C. Johnson, a cherished matriarch and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at Addison Place. Born at home on September 26, 1933, in Albany, Kentucky to Stanley and Cora (Jones) Shelton, she was the fourth of six children. At the age of three, the family moved to New […] — (Posted June 19, 2026)

Freda Handy Freda Lee Handy passed away at Hickory Creek of Connersville on Wednesday evening June 17, 2026. She was born in Dublin, Indiana at her home on December 17, 1944, the daughter of the late Raymond and Sally (Jones) Lakes. Freda was a Christian and her interests were music and movies. She worked as a CNA […] — (Posted June 19, 2026)

Pauline T Nester Pauline Teel Nester, 94, of Connersville went home to be with the Lord on June 18 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 25, 1931, in Oak Hill, West Virginia, the eldest daughter of Paul E. Teel and Mildred Cameron Teel. She was educated in Fayette County, West Virginia, and […] — (Posted June 19, 2026)

Dinah D. McQueen Dinah Dale McQueen, age74, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at her home in West Alexandria, Ohio, surrounded by her beloved family. Born Dinah Dale Carr on February 25, 1952, in Dayton, Ohio, she lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith. A 1972 graduate of Twin Valley South High School, Dinah […] — (Posted June 19, 2026)