Rachel L. Sparks, 99, of Muncie, IN passed away at Bethel Pointe with loving family by her side on Sunday, September 24, 2023. She was born on August 20, 1924, in Huntington, West Virginia, to Frank A. and Sarah E. (McCoy) Walters.  She retired from Ball Corporation, Muncie Closure Plant, on September 4, 1987. She loved her family and friends and enjoyed spending time with them. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church, a person of strong faith, and a prayer warrior. She was active...

If anyone knows the whereabouts of the adult children of David Durrett, born 8/1/1968, please contact Parson Mortuary at 765-747-1100 or email Jerry Shaner at jerry@parsonmortuary.com.   Thank you

Carolyn L. Claytor, 88, of Muncie, Indiana passed away on September 20, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on March 19, 1935, in Muncie, Indiana to Morris and Louise (Clouse) Tetrick. Carolyn loved gardening, and spending time with her pets and family, she was the best caregiver for her grandchildren and loved doing art projects with them. Carolyn graduated from Center High School in 1953, then graduated with her bachelor's degree from Ball State University in 1957 in art...

Kelly Suzanne Yoder (Stough), 62, passed away Wednesday morning, September 20, 2023.  She was born on July 6, 1961, in Muncie the daughter of Jack and Brenda (Tucker) Yoder. Kelly graduated from Delta High School in 1979 and later went to work for Fully Promoted Company as an Office Manager.  Previously, she had also worked for both the Muncie Community Schools and the Yorktown Schools in administrative roles.  She was a member of the Kappa Kappa Sigma Sorority and she loved...

Patricia (Pat) J. Smith, 76, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Wednesday morning, September 20, 2023, at the Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born in Worley, Kentucky, and lived in and loved Albuquerque, New Mexico before finally ending her adventure in Muncie. Pat graduated from Muncie Southside High School in 1965.  Soon after she fell in love, married, and had four beautiful children with Richard (Dick) Smith. In the early 80’s she became a...

Shannon Lee Wormer, 46, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at his home in Muncie, Indiana. Shannon was born on January 11, 1977, and was adopted by his loving parents, Ralph D. (Darrell), and Crystal (Whitmire) Wormer as a small child. Shannon attended Muncie schools and graduated from Muncie Southside High School in 1995. Shannon is survived by his son, Brayden Wormer, his siblings, Randy Wormer (wife, Rita), Blountsville, IN; Mike Wormer (wife, Marcia), Columbus, IN;...

Larry Lester Coates, 77, left this life, on Monday morning, September 18, 2023, at his residence following an extended illness.  He was born on September 26, 1945, in Muncie, the son of Clarence and Bertha (McDowell) Coates. Larry attended Muncie Community Schools and later worked as a self-employed cartage driver for over 30 years prior to his retirement.  He was a member of the American Legion Post 19 of Muncie, Am-Vets, and the Eagles Lodge Erie #231.  Mr. Coates enjoyed...

Marcia Lynn Curtis (Jones), age 46, tragically lost her life on or about September 1, 2023.  Marcia was located on September 14, 2023, near the town of Selma, Indiana.  She was born the daughter of Ted Jones and Barbara Stevenson (Hickman), on August 26, 1977.  Marcia attended Muncie Southside High School and later obtained her GED. Marcia had most recently worked for FCC Indiana, in Portland, Indiana.  Over the years she had also worked with special needs adults, which...

Robert Douglas "Doug" Barnes, 79, of Muncie, Indiana, passed away on September 14, 2023. Born on April 25, 1944, in Muncie, he was the beloved husband of Diana L. Parks Barnes for 52 years. Doug was a kind, generous, and friendly individual who had a knack for making friends wherever he went. He had a wonderful sense of humor and brought joy to those around him. In addition to his wife, Doug is survived by his son, Eric D. Barnes, and daughter-in-law, Diana M. Barnes; his son,...

Willie B. Clark was lifted away by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 14, 2023. He was born into this world to Bennie Clark and Loretta Miller. Willie attended Muncie Community Schools. He leaves to cherish his memories three daughters: Sciglenda (Shell) Brown, Lakisha Jordan, and Antoneta Clark, his mother, Loretta Miller, eight grandkids, Dae’Zanah Wright, Thomas Lee, Jae’Briell Pino, Jarvis Pino, Dai’Shaun Jordan, Heaven Jordan, Nasir Robertson, and...