Apr 25, 2020

Christopher Douglas Needler, 55, of Muncie, passed away on April 25, 2020.  He was born on September 25, 1964 in Muncie, to Rosemary Beaty Needler and the late Jerry Lee Needler.

Chris was diagnosed with a form of cancer at a young age and fought the good fight for many years.  He took a strong interest in...

Apr 24, 2020

Crystal Sky Shields, 37, of Muncie, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2020, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital with her loving daughters, Jada and Brooke, by her side. She was born in Muncie on September 22, 1982, to Darlene Crow and Russell Shields.

Crystal will be missed by many, including her children: Brooke Price, Muncie; Jada...

Apr 24, 2020

Linda Ruth "Linni" Rigel, 71 met her Lord early Friday, April 24, 2020 at her residence in Muncie, IN after a hard and courageous battle with Glioblastoma. She was born July 2, 1948 to Harry and Mildred Rigel in Muncie, IN. Despite being physically handicapped from birth, Linni never let this stand in the way of her living a...

Apr 24, 2020

David E. Morgan, 85, of Hartford City, IN, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, April 24, 2020.  He was born August 21, 1934 to Archie C. Morgan and Mary E. Morgan (nee Holloway).  He graduated from Albany High School in 1952.  He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953—1961, receiving an honorable discharge.

He...

Apr 21, 2020

Mary Bonita Ferguson Dannar June 26, 1929 – April 21, 2020

Mary Bonita Ferguson Dannar was born in San Jon, New Mexico to Merle and Violet Ferguson on June 26, 1929. Early records indicate at birth she was named Bonita, yet within days was known as Mary. She would grow and bring to life the meaning of...

Apr 21, 2020

Florence Opal Chapple, 99, of Muncie, passed away on April 21, 2020.  She was born on March 21, 1921 in Greensburg, IN, to the late George Rolland and Bessie (Martin) Swegman.   She graduated from Greensburg High School.

Florence was a stay-at-home wife and mother most of her life.   She loved to knit and crochet, especially blankets for...

Apr 17, 2020

Donald Ray Hill, 74, passed away April 17, 2020. Following an extended battle with Parkinson's disease, he died of complications related to COVID-19.

He was born in Muncie on May 3, 1945 to Escal Hill and Irene (Little) Hill. On July 31, 1965, he married Annetta Coleman, with whom he enjoyed nearly 55 years. Don was a...

Apr 16, 2020

Merle Case, 89, of Muncie, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2020 at his son's residence, with family by his side.   He was born on December 13, 1930 in Toledo, Ohio to the late William Ray and Billie (Austin) Case.

Merle was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving from 1951-1959.  Merle was a diesel mechanic for Weatherly...

Apr 14, 2020

Richard Pyle, 75, of Carmel, passed away at Brookdale Senior Living, April 14, 2020. He was born May 5, 1944 to Howard and Luella Pyle in Cincinnati, OH. This is how he received the nickname "Buckeye." He lived in Muncie most of his life and graduated from Royerton High School in 1962. Richard retired after serving 32 years on...

Apr 10, 2020

Jimmie C. Herbert, 77, of Muncie, passed away at home on Friday, April 10, 2020.  Jim was born in Muncie on March 28, 1943 to Cecil and Thelma Herbert.  He graduated from Royerton High School.  He was married to Shirley (Perkins) Herbert for 30 years before her passing in November 2002. Jim worked most of his life in construction...