Donald Ray Burks, 76, of Muncie, died Saturday afternoon, December 6th, 2014 at Millers Merry Manor in Hartford City. He was born January 30th, 1938 in Michie, TN, and was the son of the late Willis & Beatrice (Marlar) Burks.
Donald was an avid hunter, whom enjoyed watching sports and playing cards. He retired from Marhoefer Meat Packing Plant.
Donald is survived by his four daughters; Deanna Stonebraker (Harold) of Muncie, Donna Burks (Wes Davis) of Muncie, Denise Norris (Bobby) of Hartford City, and Michelle Bailey (Glenn) of Albany; nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren; two brothers James Burks of PA, and Robert Burks (Martha) of TN; a sister Betty Johnson (Elbert) of MS. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Wilma in 2000; and three brothers Billy, Wayne, and Gordon Burks.
Funeral Services for Donald will be held Wednesday, December 10th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Garden View Funeral Home, with Pastor James Upchurch officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory Cemetery. Family and friends may call from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday