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.

Gloria Grace Clay Dalgety Gloria Grace Clay Dalgety, age 97, of Eaton, OH passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton, OH. She was born February 23, 1928 in Cherokee, Iowa to the late Sam and Irma (Scofield) Clay. Gloria was a 1945 graduate of Clarinda High School in Clarinda, Iowa and earned […] — (Posted September 15, 2025)

Carolyn S. Schmidt Carolyn S. Schmidt, age 70, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton, OH. She was born April 8, 1955 in Farmersville, OH to the late Russell and Harriett (Sparks) O’Ryan. Carolyn was a 1974 graduate of Valley View High School; was avid Cleveland Browns, […] — (Posted September 15, 2025)

Arnold Rader, Jr. Arnold Rader Jr., 71, of Connersville, was welcomed into the arms of the arms of Jesus on Saturday September 13, 2025. Arnold passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones following a stroke. Arnold was born on November 20, 1953, the son of Nancy and Arnold “Armon” Rader. He graduated from Connersville High […] — (Posted September 15, 2025)

Glen Edwin Handley Obituary Pending View full obituary — (Posted September 15, 2025)

Audra Irene Webb Audra Irene Webb of New Castle, Indiana,92, passed away peacefully at Addison Place on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Audra was born in Soldier, Kentucky on December 30, 1932. Audra worked at Firestone in Noblesville for almost 29 years until retiring when her husband, Donald, retired from Chrysler. They enjoyed traveling, camping and boating with friends […] — (Posted September 15, 2025)

Suzanne Dee Wright Suzanne Dee (Reid) Wright, 85, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord early Friday morning, September 12, 2025, at The Waters of New Castle following a brief illness. She was born on February 27, 1940, in New Castle, Indiana, the daughter of the late Vaughn Leroy and Ruth Irene (Mogle) Reid. Suzanne […] — (Posted September 14, 2025)

Lee Davis Lee Davis, 31, of Connersville, passed away far too soon on September 11, 2025. She was the beloved oldest daughter of Roy and Gina Davis. Born in New Castle, Indiana, on January 25, 1994, Lee grew into a kind, creative, and deeply compassionate woman who touched countless lives. Lee loved to travel, enjoyed getting tattoos, […] — (Posted September 14, 2025)

Timothy D. Lanthrop Timothy D. Lanthrop, age 61, of New Paris, OH went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 13, 2025. He was born on November 28, 1963 in Dayton, OH to Dale C. Lanthrop and the late Alberta M. Lanthrop. Tim was preceded in death by his mother, Alberta (Lutz) Lanthrop. He is survived […] — (Posted September 14, 2025)

Joan M. Gray Joan M. Gray, age 96, of Eaton, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025 at the Willows of Richmond. She was born October 14, 1928 in Richmond to the late Edward and Irene (Skats) Moriarty. Joan retired from Standard Grocery Store in Richmond and later worked part time at Vancrest Health Care Center and Ameristop […] — (Posted September 13, 2025)

Brian Scott McNew Brian Scott McNew, 56 of Richmond, passed away September 12, 2025, at Brickyard Richmond Care Center. He was born on November 3, 1968, in Richmond View full obituary — (Posted September 13, 2025)

Rosie Alice Banks Rosie Alice Banks, 81, of Laurel, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday evening, September 10, 2025 as a result of a car accident that occurred in Franklin County. Born on October 13, 1943, in the family home, Rosie was the youngest of five children of Elbert and Edith Fox Jones. On October 12, 1959, she was married […] — (Posted September 13, 2025)

Michael D. Brown Michael D. Brown, 74, of Pendleton, passed away on the evening of Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born July 2, 1951, in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late David Seymour and Stella (Young) Brown. Michael was a 1969 graduate of Blue River Valley High School […] — (Posted September 12, 2025)

Rick L Porter Rick L. Porter, age 77, of Richmond passed away peacefully on Thursday September 11, 2025. He was born on August 30, 1948 to Richard and Betty McCloud Porter in Richmond, Indiana. Rick enjoyed playing cards and listening to country music. He was an avid bowler for the majority of his life. Rick was often a […] — (Posted September 12, 2025)

Sherman A. Oliver Sherman A. Oliver, 81 of Eldorado, Ohio died Friday, September 12, 2025, at Hospice of Miami County in Troy, Ohio. Born June 30, 1944, in Richmond, Indiana he was the son of the late Edgar J. & Wanda P. (Myers) Oliver. He graduated from Lanier High School in 1962 and was employed for 38 years […] — (Posted September 12, 2025)

Tara Renee Miller Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted September 12, 2025)

Jacqueline Dawn Meadows Jacqueline Dawn Meadows died on Wednesday, September 10th. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Stegall-Berheide-Orr Funeral Home. Friends View full obituary — (Posted September 12, 2025)

Shai Rene Conners-Priest Obituary and Arrangements Pending Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. At the family’s request, donations are being accepted at the funeral home View full obituary — (Posted September 12, 2025)

Conrad G. Yungbliut Conrad George Yungbliut, age 89, of Eaton, OH, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Reid Hospital in Richmond. He was born January 27, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA, to the late George and Emma (Konrad) Yungbliut. Conrad was a graduate of Pennington Prep School and Rutgers University. He served in the United States Army from […] — (Posted September 11, 2025)

David Edward Vincent David Edward Vincent, 86, of New Castle, passed away at home on the afternoon of Wednesday, September 3, 2025. He was born on March 6, 1939, in Chanute, Tennessee, a son of the late Reed Bradley and Ruby Lillian (Beaty) Vincent. David was outgoing and never met a stranger in life. He was a 1959 […] — (Posted September 11, 2025)

Alex B. Edwards Jr. Alex B. Edwards Jr., 71, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away on the evening of Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at The Waters of Muncie. He was born on April 2, 1954, in Wilson County, Tennessee, a son of the late Frances Irene (Garrett) and Alex Bernard Edwards Sr. Alex served in the US Navy and […] — (Posted September 11, 2025)

Patricia Diane Inskeep Patricia Diane Inskeep, 75, of New Castle passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Ball Hospital. She was born on November 9, 1949, in French Lick, Indiana to the late Woodrow Freeman and Lucy Mae (Elliott) Bennington A Celebration of Life will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at First Baptist […] — (Posted September 11, 2025)

Loretta Joy Hughes Loretta Joy Hughes, 84, went home to be with the Lord while resting peacefully at her home in Connersville on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. One of six children of Robert and Esther Ilean Mathis Bannon, Loretta was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 27, 1941 and graduated from Fairview High School. Loretta worked at Cox’s […] — (Posted September 11, 2025)

Donald W. Seibert Donald “Don” Wayne Seibert, 81, passed away peacefully, with the comfort of a friend, at The Springs of Richmond, on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, following a short illness. Born September 7,1944 to Clarence Seibert and Eva (Freeman) Seibert, raised in Wayne County, Indiana, Don split his time between Hagerstown and Richmond. After high school he […] — (Posted September 11, 2025)

Duane E. Smith Duane E. Smith, age 60, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1965 in Middletown, OH. Duane graduated from Eaton High School in 1983. He was employed at Neaton Auto Products for nearly 30 years, and most recently worked for Silfex in Eaton. He coached his […] — (Posted September 10, 2025)

Matthew “Matt” Rogers Matthew “Matt” Rogers, 71, of New Castle passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Henry Community Health. He was born on May 31, 1954, in Terre Haute, Indiana to the late Carol and Ann Rogers. Matt absolutely loved the outdoors; he and Jennifer would drive the country taking photos. They also loved searching for […] — (Posted September 9, 2025)

Phyllis Mae Mikesell Phyllis Mae Mikesell, 94, of Eldorado, Ohio, died Monday, September 8, 2025 at her residence. Born on April 19, 1931 in Darke County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Ervin E. Bolinger and Mabel Anna Byrd Hofacker. Phyllis had worked for the telephone office and glove factory in Eaton and later worked at […] — (Posted September 9, 2025)

Mark Alan Groves Mark Alan Groves, age 66 of Union City, Indiana died peacefully on Friday September 5, 2025. He was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 31, 1959 to Chester Groves and Judith Jeanes Groves and had lived in the area all of his life. Mark was member and Deacon of South Salem Church of Christ, he […] — (Posted September 9, 2025)

Edith M Platt Edith Mae “Edie” Platt, age 87, of Lynn, Indiana, passed away peacefully at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis on Wednesday morning, September 3, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m. She was born on November 5, 1937, in Lynn, Indiana, the daughter of Frank and Hilda Tharp. Edie spent most of her life in the Lynn community, […] — (Posted September 9, 2025)

Jerry Leo Drew Jerry Leo Drew left this world on September 6th, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born in Connersville, Indiana, on December 11, 1951, View full obituary — (Posted September 9, 2025)

Milford Horner Milford Leon Horner, 87, formerly of Fountain City, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday September 9, 2025. He was born near Williamsburg, Indiana on March 29, 1938, to Harry LeRoy and Edna May Beard Horner. He was a 1956 graduate of Whitewater High School. Milford married the former Phyllis Joan […] — (Posted September 9, 2025)