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.
Kathleen “Judy’ Strahan Kathleen “Judy” Strahan, 74, of New Castle passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. She was born on July 25, 1951, in Albany, KY, a daughter of the late Leo E. and Christine (Perdue) Pierce. Judy loved the Lord and enjoyed attending church. She worked at Goodwill and was known for being loving, funny, and […] — (Posted May 30, 2026)
Iona “Onie” Turner Iona “Onie” Turner, 85, of Richmond passed away in her home on Wednesday May 27, 2026. She was born on February 25, 1941 in Jackson County, Kentucky to the late Hubert and Gertrude Brock Damrell. After 40 years, she retired from the Southside Dairy Queen in Richmond. Mom loved to cook and bake, no one […] — (Posted May 30, 2026)
Mary Diane Campbell Mary Diane (Smith) Campbell, age 72, of Eaton, Ohio, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026 in Dayton, Ohio. Born on August 15, 1953 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, she was the daughter of the late Charles L. and Wanda B. (Oliver) Smith. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her Brothers: Ted […] — (Posted May 29, 2026)
Eleanor Louise Clevenger Eleanor Louise Clevenger, 86, was peacefully called to her heavenly home surrounded by her loved ones on May 27th, 2026, after a short-term illness.  Eleanor was born to Noble Fielden and Gertrude (Winkler) Fielden on December 18th, 1939, in her families home in Spiceland Indiana. Eleanor married her husband Charles Clevenger on April 15th, 1980, […] — (Posted May 29, 2026)
Robert Broc Thomas Robert Broc Thomas passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2026, in Connersville at the age of 30. He was born in Rushville, Indiana on January 14, 1996, the son of Elizabeth Ann (Ryckman) Thomas Hankins and the late Robert L. Thomas. In Gatlinburg, Tennessee on September 21, 2018, he was united in marriage to Sierra […] — (Posted May 29, 2026)
Esther M. Karns Esther Mae Karns, age 94, of Wilmington, Ohio passed away on May 27, 2026, at Cape May Retirement Center in Wilmington, Ohio. Esther was born on May 21, 1932, in Union City, IN to the late Zelmer and Wanda (Short) Weyrick. She is survived by her loving husband of over 74 years, Willard Karns, whom […] — (Posted May 28, 2026)
Morris “Morrie” Edelman RICHMOND, IN– Morris “Morrie” Edelman, age 99, of Richmond, Indiana, died Thursday, May 28, 2026, at his home. Born to Abraham Edelman (a Russia émigré) and Leah Reznick Edelman (a Polish émigré) in New York City, NY on December 13 or 14th (do we believe his mother or his birth certificate?) 1926, Morrie was the […] — (Posted May 28, 2026)
Mary Lou Grear Mary Lou Grear of New Castle, Indiana, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 26, 2026, at her home, surrounded by family and an abundance of love. Her departure marks the end of a life well-lived, filled with warmth, kindness, and devotion to those whom she held dear. […] — (Posted May 28, 2026)
Ada Manlove Ada Allene Manlove, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, in Cape Coral, Florida. Born on October 20, 1937, in Richmond, Indiana, Ada graced this world for 88 years with her kindness and commitment to her family and community.   A long-time resident of both Wayne County, Indiana, and […] — (Posted May 28, 2026)
Linda C. Sizemore Linda C. Sizemore, age 79, of Eaton, OH passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at her home. She was born March 24, 1947 in Middletown, OH to the late Louise and Bernie Wyatt, Jr. Linda was very family oriented, rarely thinking about herself. Her children and grandchildren were everything to her. In addition to […] — (Posted May 28, 2026)
Judy Karol Swafford Obituary and Arrangements Pending — (Posted May 28, 2026)
Edward G. Weite, III Edward George Weite III, 68, born in West Paterson, NJ, passed away on May 23, 2026. Ed was a brilliant engineer and lifelong innovator whose work helped push the boundaries of human achievement. He graduated Cum Laude from Fairleigh Dickinson University with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and dedicated his […] — (Posted May 28, 2026)
Rhonda J. Matthews Rhonda J. Matthews, 68, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026 unexpectedly following a short illness. She was born May 11, 1958, in Baltimore, Maryland and was the daughter of the late Harry and Jean Boyer. Rhonda married the love of her life, Mike Matthews on Feb. 1, 1974. She was the mother […] — (Posted May 27, 2026)
Ruby Deaton Ruby (Garber) Deaton, daughter of John & Maude (Turner) Garber was born on September 27th 1925 in Pratt, Kansas. She peacefully passed from this life to eternity in the early morning hours of May 19, 2026. She moved with her parents to Modesto, California in her early teens. She accepted Christ as her Savior and […] — (Posted May 27, 2026)
Norma Lee Hartman Humphrey RICHMOND, IN– Norma Lee (Hartman) Humphrey passed away on her 92nd Birthday May 26,2026, with her daughters by her side at Forest Park Assisted Living Center. She was born in Richmond, In. to Edwin and Iva (Whalen) Hartman and lived here all her life. After losing her mother at age 5, Norma and her siblings […] — (Posted May 27, 2026)
Helen Louise Oler Helen Louise (Irwin) Oler age 97, of West Manchester, OH passed away on May 26, 2026, at Greenbriar Nursing Home in Eaton, OH. She was born on May 18,1929, in Castine OH to the late Cleston and Clara (Bradney) Irwin. Helen attended Butler Township School in Darke County through the 8th grade and then transferred […] — (Posted May 27, 2026)
Rosemary Bentley Rosemary Bentley, 91, of Connersville, peacefully took her last breath on this earth surrounded by family and went to her heavenly home on Monday afternoon, May 25, 2026, at Caroleton Manor. A daughter of Fred W. and Charlotte Huber Cole, Rosemary was born on March 11, 1935, in Fayette County and was a graduate of […] — (Posted May 27, 2026)
Ruth Ann Shearer-Dickerson Ruth Ann Shearer-Dickerson passed away at home on May 24th, 2026. She was born December 4th, 1961, in Middletown, Ohio, the daughter of Dewey Reed and Mattie Sapp. Ruth lived in Richmond, Indiana most of her life. She graduated from nursing school in 1989 and worked in nursing homes for years. She enjoyed camping, fishing, […] — (Posted May 27, 2026)
Bonnie Jean Sears Bonnie Jean Sears, aged 75, passed away peacefully from natural causes at her home on May 21, 2026. Born on February 20, 1951 in Dayton, Ohio, she was the cherished daughter of the late Leoan and Robert Boyer. Bonnie dedicated many years of her professional life to Avery Dennison, where she was known for her […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Marilyn Sue Groce Marilyn Sue Groce, 91, of New Castle, passed away peacefully Monday morning, May 25, 2026, at Henry Community Health. She was born July 10, 1934, in Spiceland, Indiana, to Herbert Hoover and Lutie Lee (Estes) Ritenour. Marilyn was a 1952 graduate of New Castle High School, and s… — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Sylvia Ruth Tussey Sylvia Ruth Tussey, 98, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Caroleton Manor in Connersville. A daughter of Raymond “Dick” Elliott and Adele Huber Elliott, Sylvia was born in Connersville, Indiana on July 17, 1927 and graduated from Brookville High School. On January 24, 1948, Sylvia was united in […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Thomas L. Waymire Thomas L. Waymire, age 80, of Eaton, OH passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at Grandview Hospital in Dayton. He was born December 20, 1945 in Dayton to the late Donald and Sarah (Rike) Waymire.  Thomas worked for Barnett's Mill, 28 years for Brown Transport, and 25 years for Emerson Electric which he retired […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Opal Jo Ellen Miller Opal Jo Ellen Miller, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on April 26, 1944, in New Castle to Samuel Wilford and Helen Louise Bowlby. Opal spent most of her life in Richmond and was a 1962 graduate of Richmond High School. She retired from Richmond State Hospital […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Linda Kay Bennett Linda Kay (Peters) Bennett, age 76 of Eaton, Ohio went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Born on March 15, 1950 in Preble County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Cecil E. & Hazel L. (Rowland) Peters. Member of the Eaton First Church of the Nazarene. She was avid […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Roy Lee Conner Economy – Roy Conner, 86, passed away on May 23, 2026, after a long illness. He was born on March 30, 1940, to Vivian and Ida Conner in New Castle, Indiana. Roy was preceded in death by his son, Steve Conner of Texas; his daughter, Robin Eckman, also of Texas; his brother, James Howard Conner […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
James Richard Howard Obituary and arrangements pending… — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Pat Charles Patricia Ann Wilkinson Charles, 78, of Connersville, passed away Friday morning, May 22, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. One of five children of William Edward “Eddie” and Anna Montez Jinks Wilkinson, Patricia was born on November 9, 1947 in Connersville, Indiana. She grew up in the Harrisburg area, where her family […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Donald Ray Hall Donald R. Hall, 90 of Westminister, SC passed away on May 21, 2026 in South Carolina. He was born to the late Raymond E. and Bertha E.(Koester) Hall on January 22, 1936. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is survived by his loving wife, Irene (Parks) Hall; children and grandchildren. […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Mary Killen Mary Marlene Killen, 79, of Centerville, Indiana went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 24th, 2026, at her home. Mary was born on February 16, 1947, in Spencer, Michigan. She was a loving, generous and positive wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Her favorite thing was spending time with her […] — (Posted May 26, 2026)
Kenneth J. Bennett Kenneth J. Bennett, 86, of New Castle, died May 22, 2026.Born May 11, 1940, in Indianapolis to Frank and Genevieve (Neven) Bennett.Survivors include his wife, Pat; children, Kenny (Sandra) Bennett, Kimberly Price, and Angela (Rob) Reid; stepchildren, Tony (Lynn) Gorman, Michaelle… — (Posted May 26, 2026)