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.
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)
Jonathan W. Davis Jonathan “Jon” Wane Davis, 58, of New Castle passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025 after a brief illness at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born December 7, 1966 in New Castle to Orval “Red” and Gloria “Sue” (Reeves) Davis. Jon was a 1985 graduate of Blue River Valley High School. After graduation, he […] — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Martha O. Deloney Martha O. Deloney (Dolly) passed away on October 16th, 2025. She was born August 25th, 1940, in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of Frank Tevis and View full obituary — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Sheila Yvonne (Sexton) Turner Sheila Yvonne (Sexton) Turner, 77, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday morning , October 15, 2025 at the Glen Oaks Health Campus following an extended illness.She was born October 2,1948 in Monticello, KY and was the daughter of the late Carrol P. and Lucy Lillian (Bertram) Sext… — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Melodie Gayle Comer Melodie Gayle Comer, age 67, of West Alexandria passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. She was born February 16, 1958 in Dayton, OH to the late Thomas and Vivian Gail Clark. Melodie was a 1976 graduate of Twin Valley South High School. She enjoyed gardening; riding motorcycles with her husband Chris; and most of […] — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Betty Rose King Betty Rose King, age 95, of Richmond, was peacefully called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, View full obituary — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Garry Phillip Watson Jr. Garry Phillip Watson Jr. September 25, 1966 – September 29, 2025 Garry Phillip Watson Jr., a man whose infectious humor and loving warmth brightened the lives of all who knew him, passed away on September 29, 2025. Garry was renowned for his great personality, embodying the absolute truth that “If you knew Garry, you couldn’t […] — (Posted October 17, 2025)
Jeffrey Scott Buttery Jeffrey Scott “Scotty” Buttery, 63 of Liberty passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1961 in Oxford, Ohio to View full obituary — (Posted October 16, 2025)
Bradlee Layne Jones Bradlee Layne Jones, age 61, passed away at his residence on September 24, 2025. He was born August 4, 1964, the son of Edwin Lee View full obituary — (Posted October 16, 2025)
Bobby Destry “Bob” Butler Bobby (Bob) Destry Butler passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted October 16, 2025)
Jacob J. Johnson Jacob J. “Jake” Johnson passed away unexpectedly on October 11 at his residence in Oakville. He was 43 years old. Jake was born on January 30, 1982, to Jerry and Stephanie Johnson of Alexandria. He attended St. Mary School and graduated from Alexandria-Monroe High School in 2001. After graduating, he served his community as a […] — (Posted October 16, 2025)
James L. McQuiston Sr. CENTERVILLE, IN– James L McQuiston Sr., 97, died peacefully August 24, 2025, in Largo, FL. He was born August 13, 1928, to the late George and Esther McQuiston. James was born in Pennsylvania, lived much of his life in Centerville, IN and spent the last 20 plus years of his life in Largo, FL. He […] — (Posted October 16, 2025)
Karen A. Widau SARASOTA, FL.– Karen A. Widau, age 72, of Sarasota, Florida, formerly of Richmond, Indiana, died October 13, 2025, at her home. Born November 18, 1952, in Richmond to Raymond M. and Sarah E. Godsey Widau, Karen had lived in Florida for nearly 30 years. She graduated from Centerville High School in 1971, and Ball State […] — (Posted October 16, 2025)
Katrina Marie Boatright Katrina Marie (Grammer) Boatright, 52, of New Castle, passed away Monday, October 14, 2025, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born December 15, 1972, in Columbus, Indiana. Katrina graduated from Columbus East High School and was a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant. She was a homemaker who raised her three boys. She was a […] — (Posted October 16, 2025)
Sheila Y. Turner Sheila Yvonne (Sexton) Turner, 77, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday morning October 15, 2025 at Glen Oaks Health Campus following an extended illness. She was born October 2,1948 in Monticello, KY and was the daughter of the late Carrol P. and Lucy Lillian (Bertram) Sexton. S… — (Posted October 16, 2025)
Joyce Evelyn Flynn Joyce Evelyn Flynn, 82, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the Willows of New Castle. She was born May 5, 1943, in Bronston, KY, a daughter of the late Arvil and Vina (Black) Sullivan. Joyce enjoyed family gatherings during the holiday season, picnics, and spending time with her husband. She also […] — (Posted October 15, 2025)
Alice Collins PERSHING – Alice Marie Collins, 72, of Pershing, passed away Tuesday morning October 14th, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. A daughter of the late Roy and Mildred Howard, Alice, was born in New Castle, Indiana on January 28, 1953. After graduating from Lincoln High School in Cambridge City with the class of 1971.  She […] — (Posted October 15, 2025)