Doris Koger, 76, of Muncie, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on April 11, 2024. She was born on March 26, 1948, in Stearns, Kentucky to William and Evelyn (Watson) Boyatt. Doris enjoyed spending time with her family at church and going for walks, she also liked doing puzzles and crosswords. Doris is survived by her husband of 53 years Denzil Koger, her children; Dianna Billings, and David Koger (Shelli), grandchildren; Taylor, Tawni, Trevor, Trenton, Tylee, Gunnar, Lily, and Lucy,...

Larry D. Tharp “Pete” passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, peacefully at his residence with his family surrounding him. Pete was born on September 10, 1939, in Ridgeville, the son of Jay and Myrtle Tharp (Wooters).  Pete graduated from Ridgeville High School. He has had many talents over the years. At one time, he was a bricklayer, a butcher but ultimately spent most of his career as a Machinist at General Motors in Muncie for 30 years. He enjoyed watching various...

Joyce Ann Taylor, 84, left this life on April 9, 2024, at the Waters Edge Village Health Care Center following an extended illness.  She was born on January 20, 1940, in Muncie the daughter of Melvin E. and Mildred L. (Brown) Gray. Joyce graduated from Muncie Central High School in 1958 and later married John Taylor in 1993 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee and he survives.  Mrs. Taylor had worked for Duffy Tool and Die for over 3o years as a Stamping Machine Operator.  She enjoyed...

James E. Getz (Jimmy), 85, was Born on January 4, 1939, in Muncie, IN to Leo and Georgia (Quate) Getz. He graduated from Muncie Central, Jimmy worked for IMI for 43 years, and he owned and operated Jimmy’s Rec. for over 45 years as well. Jimmy was a member of Teamsters Local 135 and Eagles Lodge. He also ran for Mayor in 1995. Jimmy was very involved in the Muncie Pal Club, where he was president for over 30 years. He was also involved within the Ross Center with various events. Jimmy...

Doyle Lynn Ransom, 69, passed from this life late Monday evening, April 8, 2024, at his residence following a brief illness.  He was born in Muncie the son of Denver and Rosemary (Adams) Ransom on October 11, 1954.  He attended Muncie Community Schools and later enlisted with the U.S. Marine Corps where he honorably served as a Corporal in a Mobile Proof Artillery Unit.  He eventually transferred to the U.S. Army Reserve.  Mr. Ransom had worked for the Fairfield Inn for...

Lloyd Marvin Louck, 87, passed away at IU Ball Memorial Hospital on April 5, 2023.  Lloyd was born in Albany, Indiana on December 19, 1936, the son of Arlie and Etta Louck.  After graduating from high school, Lloyd worked for the National Tea Company and Chrysler.  Lloyd enjoyed traveling, going out to eat, spending time with his grandchildren, watching TV, and fast cars, especially Corvettes! He is survived by his son, Scott Louck, step-daughter Jackie Turner (Ted), and...

Rex Murphy Kunce, 94, left this life, on Wednesday afternoon, April 3, 2024, at Morrison Woods Health Care Center following an extended illness.  He was born on May 16, 1929, in Genoa, Ohio the son of Walter and Floss Crumm (Murphy) Kunce. Rex graduated from Huntington High School in 1947 and later married the love of his life, Maryjane (Bruss) Kunce in 1948 and she preceded him in death in 2007.  Mr. Kunce had worked for International Harvester now known as Navistar, as a...

Shirley “Diane” Killian, 80, passed away at her Muncie residence on April 3, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family.  Diane was born on September 19, 1943, in South Boston, Virginia the daughter of Kenneth and Ruby McKee.  Diane attended local schools before working for the Gibraltar Trade Center in Taylor, Michigan as a toll booth attendant.  This was the perfect job for Diane as she was a people-centered person who enjoyed life and loved every day.  She...

Donald “Danny” Hemmings, 75 of Muncie, Indiana fell asleep on April 2, 2024, and awaits the return of his lord and savior, Jesus Christ.  He was born in Jamaica, the son of Francis Hemmings, his mother. Danny’s early years were in Panama, and later Manhattan, New York.  He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1970 and served until 1975.  He was trained in the Air Force as an electrician, which became his lifelong career (over forty years). ...

Nelma "Chrissy" (Lee) Beaty passed away peacefully with family by her side on April 2, 2024, at Bethel Pointe. She was born on June 21, 1935, in Albany, Kentucky. She was the first born of eleven to Otto Lee and Pauline (Willen) Lee. Nelma retired from Parkview Nursing Home as a cook. She loved the residents and made sure they had a great meal everyday she worked. She was also an excellent cook for her family. She made the best chicken and dumplings, cornbread, cole slaw and...