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.

Bruce Alan Rudicil Bruce Alan Rudicil, 66, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday morning, June 2, 2026, at Heritage House of Connersville. A son of Bobby D. Rudicil and Betty Bernice Roland Wells, Bruce was born on June 12, 1959, in New Castle, Indiana. He grew up in Spiceland, Indiana, and attended school through the […] — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Joyce Roberts Joyce Roberts passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. The family is being cared for by Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary, Inc. — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Kyrie Thompson RICHMOND, IN– Kyrie Thompson, age 21 days, of Richmond, Indiana, died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at St. Vincent’s Women’s Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born May 12, 2026, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana, to Kenyon Thompson and Jasmine Petitt. Survivors include his parents; sisters, Azalea Petitt and Kamiya Thompson; brother, Kalyjah Thompson; grandparents, Amanda […] — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Dr. Joseph Paul Huffman Dr. Joseph Paul “Joe” Huffman, 49, of New Castle, passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 31, 2026, following a sudden heart condition. Joe was born on June 16, 1976, in New Castle, Indiana, to Paul and Carol (Huffman) Huffman. From an early age, he was dr… — (Posted June 3, 2026)

Bobby Dale Welch Bobby Dale Welch, 90, of New Castle, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, May 29, 2026, at Addison Place.Born on October 2, 1935, in New Castle, Indiana, Bob was the son of the late William Henry and Dortha Carol (Reece) Welch. A lifelong resident of the a… — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Martha Lea York Martha Lea York, 75, of Spiceland passed away Monday, June 1, 2026 at Henry Community Health. She was born February 10, 1951 in Monticello, Kentucky to the late Oral and Colene (Asberry) Catron. Martha had a dedicated career in the restaurant industry as the operator of the Spiceland Family Restaurant and the Wagon Wheel Restaurant, […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Jeanette Kay (Showalter) Stewart Jeanette Kay (Showalter) Stewart, 73, of New Castle, left this world to be with her Jesus early Sunday morning, May 31, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.Born on February 9, 1953, in New Castle, Indiana, Jeanette was the daughter of the late Beatrice Joyce (Sandlin) Riggs… — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Patty Hunt Milton – Patty Ann Hunt, 70, of Milton passed away at her home on Sunday May 31st, 2026. A daughter of the late Thomas Tomlin and Martha Allan, Patricia was born in Connersville, Indiana on July 25th, 1955. She worked at Johns-Manville in Richmond prior to the Village Pantry in Cambridge City and retiring from […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Alice Marie Mastin Alice Marie Mastin, 87, of New Castle passed away on Monday June 1, 2026, at the Willows of New Castle. She was born on July 31, 1938, in New Castle to the late Herman Amburgey and Pansey (Griffey) Hughes. A 1956 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, Alice then attended New Castle Business College. […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

David B. Shera David B. Shera, 65, of Laurel passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026. He was born on July 23, 1959 in Connersville to Don Shera and Luella Young Shera. In 1986 he married Beverly Bennett in Laurel, together they were blessed with 2 sons. He was a member of First Baptist in Laurel. A man […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Patricia “Pat” Osborne Patricia “Pat” Osborne of Liberty, IN, passed away on Sunday May 31, 2026 at Envive Nursing Home in Liberty at the age of 90. Pat was born in rural Union County, Indiana on September 7, 1935, to Kenneth and Hattie Doty Welch. Pat would always tell people that she was born in Whitewater Memorial State […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Patricia R. Lafuze Patricia Rose Lafuze passed away on Monday June 1, 2026 at the age of 91. Patricia was born on February 23, 1935, the only daughter of the late Harold and Velma (Rose) Lafuze. She earned a Masters Degree in Physical Education from Columbia University in New York. Patricia went on to teach physical education in […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Matthew Patrick Gentry Matthew P. Gentry, age 55, passed away at his home on Saturday, May 30th, 2026, after a short and courageous battle with cancer. Matt was born in Richmond, IN, on March 17th, 1971, to Nichole (Thalls) Sexton and David Gentry. Matt grew up and lived in Hagerstown, IN and graduated with the class of 1989. […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Ryan C. Nunn Ryan C. Nunn, 47, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, May 29, 2026. He was born August 20, 1978, in New Castle. Ryan was an overall sports enthusiast who loved any type of racing. He enjoyed riding ATVs any family gathering and especially playing with his goldendoodles Max and Piper. […] — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Jeannette Kay “Showalter” Stewart Jeanette Kay (Showalter) Stewart, 73, of New Castle, left this world to be with her Jesus early Sunday morning, May 31, 2026, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Born on February 9, 1953, in New Castle, Indiana, Jeanette was the daughter of the late Beatrice Joyce (Sandlin) Rig… — (Posted June 2, 2026)

Aurelee “Bonnie” I. Kollmeyer Aurelee “Bonnie” I. Kollmeyer, 85, of New Castle passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026 at her residence. She was born June 21, 1940 in Magnolia, New Jersey to the late Stanley (wife, Elaine) Ehresmann and Madeline (husband, Vincent) Lagrotteria. As an Army brat, she spent her formative years traveling alongside her father during his service. […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Pamela Mae Mullins Pamela Mae “Pam” (Walton) Mullins, age 77 of Eaton, Ohio passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Vancrest in Eaton, Ohio. Born on July 30, 1948 in Dayton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Louis Oak & Marciel Viola (Mills) Walton. She was a 1967 graduate of Eaton High School. She had […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Gregg A. Reynolds Gregg A. Reynolds, age 62 of Eaton, Ohio passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Kettering Health Preble in Eaton, Ohio. Born on October 16, 1963 in Richmond, Indiana, he was the son of the late Roy Edwin & Nona Jean (Beard) Reynolds. He was a 1981 graduate of Brookville High School and a […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Fred G. Smallwood RICHMOND, IN– Fred G. Smallwood, age 72, of Richmond, Indiana, died Friday, May 29, 2026, at Reid Health. Born March 7, 1954, in Richmond, Indiana, to Joel R. and Barbara A. Tuttle Smallwood, Fred lived his whole life in this community. He was a 1972 graduate of National Trail High School. Fred retired in 2016 […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Lawrence “Ray” Knollman Lawrence “Ray” Knollman, age 95, residing near Liberty, IN, went home to be with our Heavenly Father on May 29, 2026, at this home. He was born May 9, 1931 to Lawrence and Florence (Mabis) Knollman at Fort Hamilton Hospital in Hamilton, OH. Ray was a 1949 graduate of William Henry Harrison High School in […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Judith Arlene Duff Judith Arlene Duff, 84, of Connersville, IN went home to be with the Lord Friday afternoon, May 29, 2026, surrounded by family. Judy was born in Lawrenceburg, IN on June 9, 1941. She married her high school sweetheart David Duff on Dec. 24, 1959. They enjoyed 66 years of marriage. Judy was a faithful wife […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Richard Keith Miller Richard Keith Miller, 85, passed away early Sunday morning, May 31, 2026, at Majestic Care of Connersville. A son of Henry Keith and Eva Brattain Miller, Richard was born in Fayette County on August 30, 1940, and graduated from Connersville High School. On June 28, 1969, Richard married B. Dianne Smiley at Main Street Christian […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Nina J. Kyle CENTERVILLE, Ind. – Nina J. Kyle, age 85, of Centerville, Indiana, died on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at home. Born September 16, 1940, to Benjamin and Anna Crouch Perry, Nina lived most of her life in this community. She formerly worked at AVCO, Phares Drugs, Pinehurst Nursing Home, and Friends Fellowship Community. Nina also was […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Stephen Michael “Mick” Gosser Sr. Stephen Michael “Mick” Gosser Sr., 81, of New Castle, passed away on May 28, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on December 22, 1944, in Henry County to the late Chester Gosser and Ruby (Fowler) Williams. Mick was a 1963 graduate of Lewisville High School, where he played on the […] — (Posted June 1, 2026)

Terry Edgar Southerland Terry Edgar Southerland, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Henry Community Health in New Castle, following a brief illness. Born on June 15, 1948, in New Castle, Terry lived a life marked by dedication to family, work, and community. Terry’s career was notable and varied. After […] — (Posted May 31, 2026)

Donna Kay Farley-Gray It is with deep sadness, yet profound gratitude for a life beautifully lived, that we announce the passing of Donna Farley-Gray, who left this world peacefully on May 29, 2026, at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana, following a brief illness. Born in Richmond on April 2, 1969, Donna graced this world with her gentle spirit […] — (Posted May 31, 2026)

Merrill Johnson Sr. CAMBRIDGE CITY- Merrill Francis Johnson Sr., 81, passed away at Brickyard Health Care in Richmond, Indiana on Thursday afternoon May 28, 2026. A son of the late James and Elizabeth (Johnson) Case, Merrill was born in Connersville, Indiana on July 23, 1944. Merrill was a Proud Marine. Following high school, he enlisted in the United […] — (Posted May 31, 2026)

Bobby Dale Welch Bobby Dale Welch, 90, of New Castle, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, May 29, 2026, at Addison Place. Born on October 2, 1935, in New Castle, Indiana, Bob was the son of the late William Henry and Dortha Carol (Reece) Welch. A lifelong resident of the… — (Posted May 30, 2026)

Everett W. Blankenship Everett W. Blankenship, age 87, of West Alexandria, OH passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026 at his home. He was born March 15, 1939 in Brookville, OH to the late John William and Edna Mae (Shafer) Blankenship. Everett was a 1957 graduate of West Alexandria High School where he enjoyed being a member of […] — (Posted May 30, 2026)

Linda M. Summers Linda M. Summers, age 77, of Eaton and formerly of West Alexandria passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at the Greenbriar Nursing Center in Eaton. She was born October 25, 1948 in Dayton to the late Herman and Doris (Good) Nutt. Linda was a 1966 graduate of Eaton High School. She co-owned and operated […] — (Posted May 30, 2026)