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.

Mary P. Ferguson Mary P. Ferguson, age 95, went home to her Savior, Jesus Christ on September 26, 2025 at Henry Community Health after a brief illness. She was born May 25, 1930 in Modoc, Kentucky. Her Parents were Delton Garner and Ida (Holman) Garner. Her mother died when she was 3 years old and her father married […] — (Posted September 29, 2025)

Jacqueline Sue Cross Jacqueline Sue Cross, 95, of Mooreland passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the Waters of New Castle. She was born September 20, 1930 in Muncie to the late Vergil “Barney” and Edna (Smith) Black. Sue was a 1948 graduate of Muncie Central High School, where she was a cheerleader. Loving to tap dance and […] — (Posted September 29, 2025)

Robert Anthony Parks Robert Anthony “Tony” Parks, 84, a resident of Springport passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025. He was born December 19, 1940 in San Diego, CA to the late Roy Robert and Georgia Lee (Beckner) Parks. Tony graduated from Point Loma High School in San Diego and graduated from the University of Missouri at Rolla in […] — (Posted September 28, 2025)

Kenneth W. Benbow Kenneth “Kenny” W. Benbow, born on January 30, 1960, peacefully passed away on September 25, 2025, at the age of 65. He was born in New Castle, IN, to the late Larry Benbow and Darlene (Williams) Alderson. Kenny was a proud graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. He completed his education in 1978 and […] — (Posted September 28, 2025)

Rosemary “Rosie” Smith Rosemary “Rosie” Smith, age 84, of Eaton, OH and formerly of Indianapolis and French Lick, IN, passed away peacefully at home on September 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and those that loved her. Born on August 6, 1941 in French Lick to the late Charles Wesley and Louisa (Clark) Daugherty, Rosemary […] — (Posted September 27, 2025)

Boyd Dee Thompson Boyd Dee Thompson, age 63, passed away at his residence on September 22, 2025. He was born January 22, 1962, the son of Richard Thompson View full obituary — (Posted September 27, 2025)

Joseph H. Dues Joseph Henry Dues, age 75, of rural Portland, passed away with his family at his side on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was born on May 17, 1950, in Celina, Ohio, to the late Cletus and Martha (Grieshop) Dues. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death […] — (Posted September 26, 2025)

Barbara K. Harter Barbara K. Harter, age 88, of West Manchester, OH passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at the Brookdale Senior Living in Greenville, OH. She was born June 23, 1937 in Camden, OH to the late Ralph and Amanda (McLaughlin) Lipscomb. Barbara graduated from Good Samaritan School of Nursing in 1958 and began her career […] — (Posted September 26, 2025)

Debra K. Conway Debra K. Conway, age 67, of Eaton, OH passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at her residence. She was born July 31, 1958 in Paintsville, KY to the late Austin and Opal Daniels. Debra was a loving mother and granny of six. She loved listening to audiobooks and making cornbread. In addition to her […] — (Posted September 26, 2025)

Wilma Irene Hudelson Wilma Irene Hudelson, 81, of New Castle passed away Friday, September 26, 2025 at Henry Community Health following a brief illness. She was born on October 28, 1943 in Grape, Kentucky (which is now under Lake Cumberland) to the late John A. and Beulah Margaret (Ramsey) Meadows. Irene graduated from Walter P. Chrysler High School […] — (Posted September 26, 2025)

Marjorie Carol DeLucio Marjorie Carol DeLucio passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The family is being cared for by Riggle Waltermann Mortuary. — (Posted September 26, 2025)

Sandi Kay Hicks Smith NEW PARIS, OH. – Sandi Kay Hicks Smith, age 79, of New Paris, Ohio, died Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Reid Health. Sandi was born on March 29, 1946. She was the daughter of Orace and Leona Foster and had lived in New Paris since 1973. Sandi formerly worked at Reid Health, Grandview Hospital in […] — (Posted September 25, 2025)

Steven Keith Riley Steven Keith Riley, 62, of Richmond, passed away on September 9, 2025, at Arbor Trace. He was born on May 21, 1963, in Fort Wayne View full obituary — (Posted September 25, 2025)

Bernice K. Allen Bernice K. Allen died September 24, 2025, as a result of cancer. Born March 6, 1953 to Norbert and Clara Grube, she was the first twin Dr. Slusser ever delivered. She graduated from Fort Recovery High School in 1971 and soon after went to work. She spent her whole life working in factories. Divorced in […] — (Posted September 25, 2025)

Tina A. Goodnight Tina Annette Goodnight, 65, of Connersville passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. She was born on October 4, 1959 in Troy, Ohio to Lowell View full obituary — (Posted September 25, 2025)

Roy Patton Jr. Roy Patton Jr., during the Lord’s Prayer, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family September 24, 2025. He was born on June 14, 1943, in View full obituary — (Posted September 25, 2025)

Susan E. Voke Susan E. Voke, age 67, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. She was born on December 5, 1957, in Greenville, to the late Junior and Virginia (Holsapple) Fourman. Sue is survived by her daughters, Jennifer (Gabe) McWhinney of St. Paris, Ohio, and Brittany Voke of Greenville; her […] — (Posted September 25, 2025)

Carol Poe Carol Poe, 74, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday morning, September 23, 2025, at her residence. She was born on February 24,1951, in Connersville, to the late William and Elberta Rose Murphy and graduated from Connersville High School. On July 21,1973, Carol was united in marriage to Richard “Dick” Poe in Connersville. Mr. Poe passed away […] — (Posted September 25, 2025)

Johnnie B. McGovern Jr. Johnnie B. McGovern Jr., age 67 of Richmond, died Friday, September 19, 2025, in Johnson City, Tennessee. He was born on February 1, 1958, to View full obituary — (Posted September 24, 2025)

Karol Marie Rich Karol Marie Rich, 71, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at IU Health Methodist Hospital. She was born on June 13, 1954 in Decatur, Indiana to the late Paris and Maxine (Keller) Hakes. Karol is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Robert “Rob” K. Rich; sons, Justin E. (Fatima) Rich […] — (Posted September 24, 2025)

Rebecca Ragland Stanley Rebecca Ragland Stanley, age 74, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025. Rebecca Ragland Stanley was born November 21, 1950, in Indianapolis, IN. A woman of strength, warmth, and unwavering dedication, Rebecca’s life was one marked by love, service, and community. Rebecca was a proud graduate of Tudor Hall School for Girls in Indianapolis in […] — (Posted September 24, 2025)

Rodney Douglas McFarland In Loving Memory of Rodney Douglas McFarlandJuly 19, 1951 – September 13, 2025 Rodney Douglas McFarland, 74, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on September 13, 2025. Rodney was born on July 19, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, to Arnold and Annie McFarland. In his younger years Rodney enjoyed traveling and fishing […] — (Posted September 24, 2025)

Thomas Clark Powell Thomas Clark Powell, age 92, of West Alexandria, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on September 22, 2025. Born on June 3, 1933, to the late Helen and Stanley Powell, Tom lived a full and accomplished life rooted in family and hard work. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents and siblings […] — (Posted September 24, 2025)

Valeta Bridgewater Valeta Bridgewater, 69, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, September 23, at The Springs of Richmond. Valeta was born on February 23, 1956, in Randolph County, Indiana to Joseph M., Sr. & Eula Holbrook Newland. She was a 1974 graduate of Randolph Southern High School and later attended IUPUI. Valeta […] — (Posted September 23, 2025)

Devin Lee Shaffer Devin Lee Shaffer, 29, of New Paris, Ohio, died Monday, September 22, 2025, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Devin was born on May 16, 1996, in Richmond, Indiana and was a 2018 graduate of Tri County North High School in Lewisburg, Ohio. Devin had a great sense of humor and loved watching movies, but […] — (Posted September 23, 2025)

Elizabeth (Betty) Griffey Elizabeth (Betty) Griffey,90, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Monday, September 22, 2025. She was born October 17, 1934, in Shirley, the daughter of James Thomas and Virgie (Hughes) Shaw. Elizabeth graduated in 1952 from New Castle High School. She married Arthur Griffey in 1951, and they spent 65 years together before […] — (Posted September 23, 2025)

Linda Lou (Bicknell) Cross Linda Lou (Bicknell) Cross, 87, formerly of Hagerstown, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Miller’s Merry Manor. Born February 28, 1938, in New Castle, Indiana, she was the daughter of Cecil and Doris (Higbee) Bicknell. Linda was a 1955 graduate of Cadiz High School. In 1970, she married the love of her life, […] — (Posted September 23, 2025)

Sherri Lynn Pekar Sherri Lynn Pekar of Eaton, Ohio, was born in 1949 in Gladwin, Michigan to Edward Breault and Vera (Ockerman) Breault. She passed away peacefully holding hands with her husband, Thomas Pekar, on September 22, 2025 in Dayton, Ohio. She married Thomas in May of 1987, and they shared a loving marriage of 38 years. Sherri […] — (Posted September 23, 2025)

B. Allen Conrad CENTERVILLE, IN– B. Allen Conrad, age 76, of Centerville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at his home. Allen was born September 8, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana, to Frank and Louise Harris Conrad. He was a self-taught photographer who had won several awards, including Best of Show at the Indiana State Fair. Allen […] — (Posted September 23, 2025)

William “Bill” David McClure William "Bill" David McClure, 89, of New Castle, passed away peacefully at his home on September 22, 2025. He was born on January 12, 1936, in Henry County, IN, in a log cabin, to the late Chester and Ethel (Smith) McClure. After graduating from Mt. Summit High School, Bill served two years in the United […] — (Posted September 23, 2025)