Brenda Leigh Phelps

Jun 1, 2024

Brenda Leigh Phelps passed away on June 1, 2024, in Muncie, Indiana, at the age of 81. Born on November 20, 1942, in Co-Operative, Kentucky, Brenda was the daughter of James Dester Jones and Lucille (Burnett) Jones. She devoted over 50 years to sales, notably at Macy's, where her warmth and expertise left an indelible mark on all she...

Eugene Wayne Smekens

May 20, 2024

Eugene W. Smekens, a man of 97 years, passed away peacefully in the morning on May 20th. He had been residing at Morrison Woods Memory Care since November, where his beloved wife, Joyce Smekens, also found her final resting place last month. Theirs was a love story that spanned 54 years, a testament to the enduring power of love....

Timothy "Tim" Lee Oxley

May 19, 2024

Timothy "Tim" Lee Oxley, of Muncie, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2024, at the age of 79. He was a dedicated husband to June Elaine Oxley (Leazenby) for 44 loving years. Born on September 9, 1944, Tim was the son of Ralph D. Oxley and E. Jean Oxley (Baker). Tim spent many years as a forklift driver...

Donald "Don" Lee Friddle

May 18, 2024

On May 18, 2024, we bid farewell to Donald "Don" Lee Friddle, a devoted husband, father, and friend. Born in Eaton, Indiana, on March 31, 1933, Don's life was marked by 68 years of unwavering love and devotion to his beloved wife, Marilyn Friddle (Rowland). Don's love story with Marilyn was one of enduring devotion and shared dreams. Through...

Janet Eileen Wiswasser

May 16, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Janet Eileen Wiswasser (Swartz) on May 16, 2024, in Muncie, Indiana, at the age of 90. Janet was born on February 22, 1934, in the serene town of St. Marys, Ohio, to Edward and Leota Swartz (Schaefer). Janet's life was a tapestry woven with threads of love, creativity, and cherished memories....

James Edgar Bailey

May 11, 2024

James E. Bailey of Muncie, IN passed away on May 11, 2024 at age 85. James was born in Summers County, West Virginia on June 9, 1938.  He grew up near the small town of Ballengee, WV and graduated from Talcott High School in Talcott, WV. As a young man, James moved to Richmond, IN where he met Lorene...

Sherri Lynn Gentry

May 8, 2024

Sherri Gentry, beloved daughter of Jerry Buckles and Nancy Buckles (Brewer), passed away on May 8, 2024, at the age of 58 in Selma, Indiana. Born on October 28, 1965, in Muncie, Sherri was a vibrant soul known for her infectious laughter and boundless kindness. She graduated from Burris High School and found joy in the simple pleasures of...

Ronald Dee Anderson

May 7, 2024

Ronald "Dee" Anderson, 86, of Muncie, IN peacefully passed away Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, surrounded by his loving and devoted family.  He was born January 23, 1938, to the late Dewey and Alice Anderson in Grimsley, TN. Dee graduated from Clarkrange High School in 1959 and relocated to Muncie, IN in 1960 to work at Borg Warner for 32...

Robert Ervin Daugherty

May 5, 2024

Robert 'Bob' Ervin Daugherty Sr., 84 of Muncie peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, following a battle with congestive heart failure. Robert was born on September 23, 1939, in Muncie, IN, one of ten children, to the late Ernest and Eva Daugherty. He was a graduate of Muncie Central...

Karen Lou Malloch

Apr 27, 2024

Karen Lou Malloch (Mellin), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was 83 years old. Karen was born on March 10, 1941, in Alameda, California, to parents Alvin C. and Helen M. (Lynch) Mellins. Karen was known for her warm heart, infectious laughter, and unwavering kindness....