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.
Dale A. Kuykendoll Dale A. Kuykendoll, 66, of Camden, Ohio, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at his residence. Born on October 5, 1958 in Hamilton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Horace W. and Patricia L. (Moore) Kuykendoll, Jr. Dale worked at Miami University for 5 years. He was a 1977 graduate of Preble Shawnee […] — (Posted April 21, 2025)
Susie Kay Taylor-Risselman Susie Kay Taylor-Risselman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, passed away at home peacefully on Good Friday, April 18, 2025, at the age of 78. A cherished member of our family, she was known for her outgoing personality, compassion, and empathy for others, stubborn, ornery, spunky, tell you like it is, never met a stranger, […] — (Posted April 21, 2025)
Carl Frances Ernstes Carl Frances Ernstes II passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, after a brief illness. Carl, affectionately called Sonny by family members, was 85 years old. He was born on June 23, 1939 in Anderson, Indiana to Carl and Rita Ernstes. Carl graduated from Manilla High School, Manilla, Indiana with the class of 1957. He […] — (Posted April 19, 2025)
Merl K. Robbins Merl K. Robbins, 85, of New Castle, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born August 9, 1939, in Randolph County, Indiana, a son of the late John S. and Sara Mildred (Clements) Robbins. Merl graduated from Lynn High School in 1957. He attended Ball State Teachers […] — (Posted April 19, 2025)
Margie Nell Thurston Margie Nell Thurston, 88, of New Castle went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 18, 2025 at The Waters of New Castle. She was born August 31, 1936 in Clinton County, Kentucky to the late William Mathew and Zelma (Vitatoe) Thurston. Margie lived her life for the Lord. She had a […] — (Posted April 19, 2025)
Donald M. Duncan Donald “Don” M. Duncan, 85, of New Castle passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025. He was born May 3, 1939 in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late Russell Virginia (Hicks) Polson. Don was a 1957 graduate of Wayne County High School in Monticello, Kentucky. He later joined the U.S. Army and served during the Korean […] — (Posted April 19, 2025)
Brenda Lee Bracken Brenda Lee Bracken, 49, of Farmland, passed away on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie following a lengthy but courageous battle with cancer. She was born on July 26, 1975, in Angola, Indiana, a daughter of Phyllis (Pierce) Hess. While attending Indiana University in Bloomington, Brenda […] — (Posted April 19, 2025)
Spencer Daniel Hunt Spencer Daniel Hunt, age 22, of Eaton, OH, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 as the result of a traffic accident. He was born October 3, 2002 in Oxford, OH. Spencer was a 2021 graduate of Eaton High School; was an avid golfer and enjoyed riding his motorcycle; and currently worked as a […] — (Posted April 18, 2025)
Ronald Keith Laswell Ronald Keith Laswell, aged 70, of Webster, IN passed away peacefully at his home after a lengthy illness of congestive heart failure on March 28, View full obituary — (Posted April 18, 2025)
Brandy Michelle Baxin Brandy Michelle (Reno) Baxin, beloved mother of two children, 41, of Greenville, OH, passed away at Wayne Health Care from a long battle with renal disease on April 15, 2025, leaving a void her family cannot fill. She was born May 7, 1983 in New Castle. Brandy attended New Castle Chrysler High School and graduated […] — (Posted April 18, 2025)
Lynn Addison Lynn Addison,73, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. She was born on June 26, 1951, in New Castle to the late Gene and Wilma (Rohlfing) Copeland. Lynn was a 1969 graduate of Blue River High School. She will be remembered as a sweet lady who spent most of her time loving and taking care […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Matthew Kevin Sokol Matthew Kevin Sokol, age 54, of Eaton, OH passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond, IN. He was born February 15, 1971 in Tangier, Morocco. Matthew loved playing soccer and golf; enjoyed fishing; and listening to music. He was preceded in death by his father George Sokol; maternal grandmother Edna […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
James Vernon “Jim” Emerick James V. Emerick, age 84, of Somerville, OH passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at his home. He was born January 22, 1941 in South Bend, Indiana to the late William and Arlena (Senff) Emerick. James graduated from Purdue University in 1964 with a B.S. in industrial engineering. He owned his own business, K-E […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Eric Murray Banks Eric Murray Banks, age 67, of Columbus, OH passed away on Tuesday, April 13, 2025. He was born November 15, 1957 in Richmond, IN to the late George Frederick and Marilyn (Murray) Banks. Eric was a 1976 graduate of National Trail High School; and attended The Ohio State University where he majored in Agriculture. He […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Charles Waltermann It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Charles Waltermann, aged 84, who left this world on April 14, 2025. Born to Joseph Waltermann and Amelia Deuser Waltermann on November 17, 1940 in Richmond, Indiana, Charles graduated from Richmond High School and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton, Ohio. […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
James F.W. Neal James F.W. “Jim” Neal, 77, formerly of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at home in Fredericktown, MO. He was born March 8, 1948, in New Castle, to the late Dewey Floyd and Ella Lawrence (Huckaby) Neal. A 1967 graduate of Union High School in Modoc, Jim worked at Chrysler Corp. […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Karen Sue Smith Karen Sue Smith, age 82, passed away at Reid Health on April 16, 2025. She was born March 18, 1943, the daughter of Fred Dawes View full obituary — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Jameson Allen McGrew Jameson Allen McGrew, aged 95, passed away at Addison Place Assisted Living facility in New Castle on April 14, 2025. Jameson's ready smile, infectious laugh, sometimes "hammy" gestures, and wise counsel when needed effectively projected an encompassing love and a readiness to serve that made him as valued a member of the broader New Castle […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Don W Simon Don W. Simon, age 75, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. Born on December 18, 1949 in Coudersport, Pennsylvania, son of the late Charles Thomas & Iwana Nells (Mills) Simon. Don proudly served in the US Navy from 1969 to 1971 during the Vietnam […] — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Dustin Becraft Dustin Becraft passed away, with his family by his side on April 15, 2025, in Cambridge City, at the age of 41 after a long View full obituary — (Posted April 17, 2025)
Steven Anthony Sullivan Steven Anthony Sullivan, 68, of New Paris, OH, passed away peacefully on April 14th after a brief illness, at Everhart Hospice located in Wayne Hospital View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Janice Darlene Dixon Janice Darlene Krall Dixon, 67, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Riverview Hospital under hospice care after a brief illness. She was born View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Debra L. Johnson 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 April 16, 2025)
Larry Wayne Cummins Larry Wayne Cummins, of Union County, passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2025 at the age of 77. Larry was born in Connersville, IN on View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Charles A. Purdy Charles A. Purdy, 66, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025. He was born in Terre Haute on March 9, 1959 to the late Paul and Mary (Robinson) Purdy. Charles graduated high school in Terre Haute in 1977. After graduation, he attended Indiana State University and Purdue University were he earned a Master’s […] — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Marsha Kay Franklin Marsha Kay Franklin, 73 of Richmond, IN passed away on April 14, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond. She was born on January 27, 1952, View full obituary — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Alan Pittaway Alan Pittaway, 71, of Greenville, passed away on April 15, 2025, at Wayne Hospital in Greenville. He was born on March 3, 1954, in Oxford, England, to the late Stanley and Mary (Chiddington) Pittaway. In addition to his parents, Alan is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kimberly (Palsgrove) Pittaway, whom he married on […] — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Brian Todd Chew Brian Todd Chew, 52, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly in his home the morning of April 13, 2025. His beautiful soul entered this world on August 20, 1972. Brian is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart of 35 years, Kimberly Ellen Chew. His two daughters, Chloe Renee Chew (Jake Pedrelli) and Gabriella Caroline […] — (Posted April 16, 2025)
Larry W. Slover Larry W. Stover, 78, of New Castle, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at Henry Community Hospital. He was born November 29, 1946, in New Castle to James F. and Georgia (Axel) Slover. Larry worked as a truck driver and in several factories. He was of the Methodist faith. Larry is survived by mother Georgia […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)
Timothy W. Ferguson Timothy W. Ferguson, 64, of New Castle passed away April 13, 2025, at Henry Community Health. He was born March 2, 1961, in New Castle. Tim had attended New Castle Chrysler High School and had worked many different manufacturing jobs throughout his life. Tim was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was a huge Minnesota […] — (Posted April 15, 2025)