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.
Michael Andrews Michael D. Andrews, 77, of Lynn, passed away on Saturday, February 21, at Hospice House in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He was born on July 5, 1948, in Randolph County, Indiana, the son of Glen E. & Virginia Bales Andrews. He was a graduate of Union High School. Michael took pride in his work ethic. He […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Betty June Blackburn Betty June Blackburn, affectionately known as both “Nana” and “Aunt Bea”, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the age of 77 at Stonebrooke Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. She was born September 25, 1948 in New Castle to the late Charles and Freda (Marshall) Howe. Betty retired from Foam Rubber Products in New Castle […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Randal R. Russell Randal R. Russell of Liberty, IN, passed away on Sunday February 22, 2026, at the age of 61. Randal was born in Connersville, IN on View full obituary — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Martin Lipp Connersville – Martin D. Lipp, 61, passed away at home on February 20th, 2026.  He was born in Frankfort, Indiana on December 9th, 1964, to Ellis and Janet (Gates) Lipp.  He was a 1983 graduate of Clinton Prairie High School.  He married his wife, Beth (Rea) Lipp, on August 24th, 2004, in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.  He […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Betty Lou Jenkins Celebration of Life Betty Lou (Carter) Jenkins, 93, from Richmond, Indiana, was born on November 29, 1932, in Alton, Kentucky to Ira Bailey Carter and View full obituary — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Pamela Sue Rogers Obituary and Arrangements Pending View full obituary — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Gerald E. Rhoades Gerald E. Rhoades, 95, of New Castle passed away at Glen Oaks Health Campus on Sunday, February 22, 2026. He was born in Whittier, California on January 12, 1931 to Orval and Verna (Jensen) Rhoades. Gerald was a 1949 graduate of Lewisville High School. He retired from the Shadeland Plant of Chrysler Corporation in 1988 […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Jericho Martin Michael DeLucio Obituary pending… View full obituary — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Carter Wayne Baker Carter Wayne Baker, 48, of Churubusco, Indiana, passed away Friday morning, February 20, 2026, at his home. One of two children of Larry C. and Janet L. Fields Baker, Carter was born on August 12, 1977, in Fayette County, Indiana. He attended Connersville High School, graduating with the class of 1996. Following high school, he […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Rita Mae Howard Rita Mae Howard, 71, of New Castle, passed away on February 20, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on January 12, 1955, in Salyersville, KY to the late Walter “Jack” and Gelena (Workman) Slusher. Rita dedicated many years of her life working on a tomato farm. She was not just a hard worker; […] — (Posted February 23, 2026)
Michael L. North Michael “Lynn” North, 78 of Lewisburg, Ohio passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Miami Valley Hospital North. Born on July 2, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Herbert R. and Evelyn H. (Slade) North. Lynn worked at Parker Hannifin, Green Tokai and retired from Neaton Auto Products in […] — (Posted February 22, 2026)
Colleen Louise Werner Colleen Louise Werner passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted February 22, 2026)
Lestie Mae Abshire Lestie “Mae” Abshire, a devoted servant of the Lord who made a shining example of Christian faith, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at the age of 98. Mae was born and raised in Charleston, West Virginia by her loving parents Elmer and Julia Teel. She was born on October 4, 1927. Throughout her […] — (Posted February 21, 2026)
Betty Sue Tuggle Betty Sue Tuggle, 79, of New Castle, passed away on February 17, 2026. She was born on January 11, 1947, in Somerset, KY, to the late Ralph Jones and Pauline (Debord) Cox. Betty graduated from Somerset High School in 1965 before embarking on a lifelong journey devoted to caring for others. On the last day […] — (Posted February 21, 2026)
Karen Sue Vanhoos Karen Sue Vanhoose, 59, of Connersville, passed away Friday morning, February 20, 2026, at her mother’s residence surrounded by her family. One of three children of Denzil Leroy and Willie Sue Taylor McGillem, Karen was born on March 27, 1966, in Connersville. For many years, Karen was a dedicated and familiar face at the Dollar […] — (Posted February 21, 2026)
Vance E. England Vance E. England, age 94, resident of Richmond from 1966 until 2018, died Tuesday, Feb. 17th, 2026, at St. Ann’s Community Assisted Care facility, in View full obituary — (Posted February 21, 2026)
Edward R. Weaver Edward R. Weaver passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted February 21, 2026)
Stephen E. Moses Stephen E. Moses, age 80, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at Vancrest of Eaton Health Care Center. He was born on July 22, 1945 in Dayton, OH to the late Ralph and Mary Kathryn (Wachtel) Moses. He was a 1963 graduate of Lanier High School and All-County Basketball Player. […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)
Shawna Marie Thompson Shawna Marie Thompson, 55, of Muncie passed away Monday, February 16, 2026 at her residence. She was born May 15, 1970 in New Castle to Douglas and Patricia (Brown) Perkins. Shawna was a 1988 graduate of Blue River Valley High School. She worked at the Holiday Inn in New Castle and in Florida. Shawna was […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)
Judith L. “Judy” Blankenship Judith L. “Judy” Blankenship, age 85, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 30, 1940 in Boston, IN to the late Theodore “Duke” and Bessie (Jackson) Clark. Judy graduated in 1958 from Gratis High School and was a longtime […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)
Howard Lee Crowell – Howard Lee Crowell, 83, of Richmond, IN passed away Wednesday February 18, 2026, at Brickyard Healthcare. Born August 5, 1942, in Richmond, IN to Kenneth and Mildred Brower Crowell, Howard grew up on Quaker Trace Road, West Alexandria in a house his father built. Later moving to a farm in New Paris, OH, he […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)
Dale W. Jackson RICHMOND, IN– Dale W. Jackson, age 73, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, February 19, 2026, at home surrounded by family. Born September 6, 1952, in Anderson, Indiana, Dale has lived in this community since 1986. Dale served in the U.S. Marine Corp. and U.S. Navy for a total of 12 years. He was Assistant Engineer […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)
Joy A. Wortman Joy A. Wortman passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted February 20, 2026)
David Allen Saunders David Allen Saunders, 75, of New Castle, passed away on February 18, 2026. He was born in Anderson, IN, on July 31, 1950, to the late Ward and Charlene (Kirk) Saunders. Dave’s journey began at a young age when he discovered his passion for flooring. At just 15 years old, he began laying carpet, a […] — (Posted February 20, 2026)
Danny R. Heaston Danny R. Heaston passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The family is being cared for by Culberson Funeral Home. — (Posted February 20, 2026)
Thomas A. Maurer Thomas A. Maurer passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted February 20, 2026)
Nancy Louise Mason Nancy Louise Mason, 81, of Indianapolis and formerly of Greenfield passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at IU Health Methodist Hospital. She was born March 4, 1944 in New Castle, Indiana to the late Roy E. and Helen Louise (Sorrell) Welsh. Nancy, a proud graduate of Spiceland High School's class of 1962, devoted many […] — (Posted February 19, 2026)
Lonnie Michael “Mike” Mayse Lonnie Michael "Mike" Mayse Jr., age 77, of Greenville, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, IN. He was born on March 21, 1948 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Lonnie and Patricia (Ford) Puterbaugh. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 27 years, Debbie Mayse; […] — (Posted February 19, 2026)
Amparo Lopez The obituary will be posted soon. View full obituary — (Posted February 19, 2026)
Everett Alvin Miller Everett Alvin Miller passed away peacefully at his home in Pendleton, Indiana on February 14, 2026. He was born January 3, 1934, in Mishawaka, Indiana. View full obituary — (Posted February 19, 2026)