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.
Patricia Ann Fisher
Patricia Ann “Trish” Fisher, age 59, of Fort Recovery, Ohio, passed away at her home on Friday, August 29, 2025. She was born on February 8, 1966, in Coldwater, to Helen (Olwine) Schlarman and the late Gerald Schlarman. In addition to her father, Trish was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Fisher, whom she […] — (Posted August 30, 2025)
Leslie H. “Les” Monroe
Leslie H. “Les” Monroe, 77, of Centerville, passed away on August 27, 2025, at Reid Health after a long illness. Born on December 17, 1947, View full obituary — (Posted August 29, 2025)
Jane Lynn Young
RICHMOND, IN.– Jane Lynn Young, age 76, of Richmond, Indiana, died Monday, August 25, 2025, in Carmel, Indiana, surrounded by family. Jane was born August 8, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana, to Charles R. and Jane McIntyre Phillips. While she lived in this community most of her life, Jane enjoyed living in Europe for several years. […] — (Posted August 29, 2025)
Becky Neal
LEWISVILLE- Rebecca Ann “Becky” Neal, 71, passed away peacefully at her home in Lewisville late Thursday evening August 28, 2025 with her loved ones at her side. The daughter of Dewey R. and Martha Rose (Gauker) Fairchild, Rebecca was born in New Castle, Indiana on August 16, 1954. She was a lifetime resident of the […] — (Posted August 29, 2025)
Dempsey Lainhart
Dempsey Lainhart, 71, went home to be with the Lord suddenly early Friday morning, August 29, 2025 at his home in Connersville. One of twelve children of Floyd and Donna Willis Lainhart, Dempsey was born on November 10, 1953 in Richmond, Kentucky and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1972. Dempsey was […] — (Posted August 29, 2025)
Hazel Rae Parker
Hazel Rae Parker, age 7, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, after a courageous battle with Lissencephaly. She was born on November 27, 2017, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to her loving parents, Clinton "Clint" and Brandy (Young) Parker of Decatur. In addition to her mommy and daddy, Hazel is cherished […] — (Posted August 29, 2025)
Paul Edward Prince
Paul Prince,68, a resident of New Castle passed away Friday August 29, 2025 at his home following a brief illness. He was born September 24, 1956 in New Castle to the late Roy and Geneva Prince. Paul had been employed at Foam Rubber Products in New Castle as well as Chrysler Corp. He was a […] — (Posted August 29, 2025)
Robert Duane Roland
Robert Duane Roland, age 86 of Richmond, died peacefully on Thursday August 28, 2025. He was born on December 13, 1938 to Horace Earl Roland and Chassie Rose Smith Roland in Richmond, IN. Duane married Judy Ann Riggleman Roland in February 1959. He served his country honorably in the US Army. Duane founded Whitewater Construction […] — (Posted August 29, 2025)
Susan Lynn Roell
LYNN, Ind. – Susan Lynn Roell, age 72, of Lynn, Indiana, died Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born September 11, 1952, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to Arthur H. and Rosemary Corbin Dierdorf, Susan had lived in this area since 1977. She graduated from William Henry Harrison High School in Harrison, Ohio. […] — (Posted August 28, 2025)
Homer Ingram
Homer Ingram, 86, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025. He was born on March 1, 1939, in McKee, Kentucky, to loving parents who preceded him in death, along with eight of his siblings. Homer is survived by his son, Scott (Francie) Ingram; his daughter, Lora Ingram; grandchildren, Hannah (Rod) Settles, Sean […] — (Posted August 28, 2025)
Bennie J. Coy
Bennie J. Coy, 68, of New Castle, passed away on the afternoon of Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born on December 9, 1956, in Beech Grove, Indiana, a son of the late Ronald Gene Coy Sr. and Barbara Jean (Grismore) Beach. Bennie was a graduate of […] — (Posted August 27, 2025)
Scott Turner
Jeffrey Scott Tuner of Richmond passed away at Reid Healthcare on August 24, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 58. View full obituary — (Posted August 27, 2025)
Gene R. Poe
Gene R. Poe, 75, of New Castle, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025, at his home. He was born October 4, 1949, in Monticello, KY to Charles and Maggie (Troxell) Poe. Gene was a U.S. Army veteran having served in Viet Nam. He had worked for the city of New Castle and Brooks Foods. He […] — (Posted August 26, 2025)
Shirley J. Purdy
Shirley J. Purdy, age 89, of Hollansburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. She was born on January 2, 1936, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Allen and Doris (Caskey) Thompson. In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Robert […] — (Posted August 26, 2025)
Joseph Leroy Mauller
Joseph Leroy Mauller, age 77, passed away at his home on August 26, 2025, at 09:40 AM. He was born July 11, 1948, the son View full obituary — (Posted August 26, 2025)
Paul Leon Goodnight
Paul Leon Goodnight, 81, of Zion, IL and formerly of New Castle, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025 at James A Lovell VA hospital in North Chicago, IL surrounded by his family. He was born on July 19, 1944 in Tipton, IN. He was the son of the late Bernard and Nellie (Baden) Goodnight. Paul […] — (Posted August 26, 2025)
Noel Dean Steinard
Noel Dean Steinard, 96, of Everton passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, August 25, 2025 at Caroleton Manor, where he had been a resident for the past six years. The youngest of two children of G. Ray and Grace Kennedy Steinard. Noel was born April 27, 1929 in Everton at their […] — (Posted August 26, 2025)
John C. Whited
Obituary pending… Community Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with final arrangements. Send online condolences to the family via the online guestbook at www.communityfamilyfh.com. View full obituary — (Posted August 26, 2025)
Davey Hart
Charles David Hart, 62, passed away peacefully early Thursday morning, August 21, 2025 at his home in Connersville. One of four children of Charlie and Dixie Lee Buchanan Hart, Davey was born in Richmond on July 15, 1963. Davey has been mentally challenged since early childhood. He enjoyed playing video games in his leisure time. […] — (Posted August 26, 2025)
Edward “Eddie” Earl Wright
Edward “Eddie” Earl Wright, 43, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2025. He was born on June 29, 1982, in Munich, Germany, the son of Bill and Cindy Wright. Eddie graduated from Tri High School in 2000, a place where he not only excelled academically but also showcased his athletic prowess. As a dedicated wrestler […] — (Posted August 25, 2025)
Charles David Hoffa
Charles “David” Hoffa, 58, of New Castle passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025 at IU Hospital. He was born September 15, 1966 in Greencastle to the late James Richard and JoAnn (Hall) Hoffa. After graduating from Cloverdale High School, David embarked on a career that began at Hoover Farms, where he committed ten years of […] — (Posted August 25, 2025)
Judy D. Small
Judy D. Small, age 84, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, August 23, 2025. She was born on December 7, 1940, in Delphos, Ohio, to the late Lawrence and Cleo (Slane) Hoover. In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald L. Small, whom she […] — (Posted August 25, 2025)
Correna H. Thompson
Correna H Thompson, 93, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025. She was the daughter of Price and Mary Hall, born in a log cabin in Kentucky on June 6, 1932. She graduated from Olive Hill High School. Correna worked at Perfect Circle until becoming a full-time farmer’s wife, mother, and antiquer. Correna married the […] — (Posted August 25, 2025)
Ronald Paul Riedman
Ronald Paul Riedman, 66, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at his home in Indianapolis. One of eight children of John E. and Bertha E. Williams Riedman, Ronald was born in Connersville on August 15, 1959 and graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1978. Ronald started his trucking career in […] — (Posted August 25, 2025)
Sue A. McKee
Sue A. McKee, age 83, of Eaton, OH passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at Vancrest Health Care Center in Eaton. She was born June 22, 1942 in Pontiac, MI to the late Paul and Hazel (Landsford) Vancil. Sue was a member of Community Presbyterian Church in Waterford Township, MI. She was a brilliant […] — (Posted August 25, 2025)
Sonya C. Banfield
Sonya C. Banfield, 79 of Eaton, Ohio, died Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Kettering Health-Preble Campus. She was born on September 1, 1945 in Middletown, Ohio, daughter of the late Russell Lee Mentz and Betty Lou (Back) Mentz Cornell. Sonya was a 1963 graduate of Pasadena High School in Houston, Texas, a 1967 graduate of […] — (Posted August 25, 2025)
Cheryl Cassidy
Cheryl Cassidy, 77, of Knightstown passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025 at Community Hospital in Anderson. She was born June 28, 1948 in New Castle the daughter of Wilford and Manda (Mix) Roland. Cheryl retired from Hancock Regional Hospital, her strong work ethic gained her much advancement from housekeeping all the way to the business […] — (Posted August 25, 2025)
