Pearlie (Tipton) Crockett, 91, Muncie went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, October 6, 2019.  She was born in Allardt, Tennessee on February, 19, 1928 the daughter of Christopher Columbus and Mary Myrtle (Kring) Tipton.   Pearlie married the love of her life, James O. (Oscar) Crockett in 1945 and he preceded her in death in 2001.  She spent her days rearing 10 children, working in her vegetable and flower gardens, crocheting, and showing...

  Muncie: Larry L. Johnson Sr., 82, gained his heavenly reward Friday October 11, 2019 at his residence. Larry was born September 9, 1937 to Olive (Wagner) and Robert C. Johnson in Muncie, graduating from Muncie Central High School in 1955. He honorably served his country in the United States Army as a Combat Engineer, discharged in 1956. He married the love of his life Flora Buck in 1957 and they remained married until her passing in 2014. He was a proud local 662 union member...

Richard Lee Lykins Jr., 70, of Muncie, passed away October 10, 2019. He was born in Winchester, Indiana to the late Babe Ruth Hickersson and Richard Lee Lykins Sr.  He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1971, and was an amateur HAM radio hobbyist who also enjoyed photography. Richard also worked for the Tampa Tribune as a photographer for a time, but he especially enjoyed spending time with his beloved wife, Janice, and their dog, Duchess. Richard is survived by his...

   Carolyn Sue Weaver, 79, passed away on Tuesday October 8, 2019 at I. U. Health Ball Memorial Hospital after a long battle with heart disease.  She was Born on September 4, 1940 to Mary (Nickens) and Samuel Morris in Muncie Indiana. She worked for Ball state University until her retirement after more than 30 years of service. Carolyn was a loving, dedicated mother and grandmother who had a hard time passing a rummage or any sale. Surviving Carolyn are her son, Richard...

Rebecca “Becky” L. Williams, 68, passed away Tuesday afternoon, October 8, 2019 at the Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital following an extended illness.  She was born on June 7, 1951 in Muncie the daughter of George and Charline (Tharp) Holliday. Rebecca married the love of her life Randall E. Williams on December 28,1991 in Muncie and he survives.    Mrs. Williams became a homemaker.  She treasured spending time with her family and...

James William “Willy” Phillips 64 - Born in Muncie, to the late SQ and Phyllis (Monroe) Phillips on April 11,1955 passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side on October 8th 2019 at 4:35 a.m. Willy as his friends knew him was a Journeyman Roofer who began his career at the age of 16 years old. He retired from McGuff’s Roofing after 26 years and went on to work for himself, working up until his illness. Upon retirement he enjoyed spending time with his...

Amanda Sue Phillips, 58, of Muncie, passed away October 7, 2019. She was born in Muncie, Indiana to the late Shirley and Glen Shaner. She was a lover of bingo, but especially loved her family and her grandchildren. Amanda is survived by her two daughters, Miranda Dickinson and Patricia Kerrigan; Brothers, Gerald (Megan) Shaner and Glen Shaner Jr.; Grandchildren, Ayden Johnson, Aubree Case, Rory Kerrigan, Mandy Jane Kerrigan; Niece, Shaena Shaner, and several nieces and nephews. She is...

Kenneth R. Davenport, 61, departed this life leaving a legacy behind him.  He ran for several political offices in Delaware County and succeeded at obtaining 28,000 votes for a period of time.  He served on the Human Rights Committee to instill values for those less privileged.  He leaves to cherish his memory, an estranged daughter, Connie Davenport and  three grandchildren of Muncie; two brothers, Bruce and Phillip Davenport both of Lafayette and a host of nieces and...

William Lee Byrkett, 63, of Muncie, passed away  October 4, 2019. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Elizabeth Anne and William Byrkett Sr. He served his country in the U.S. Army, he loved sports, especially the Colts, the Cubs and NASCAR, but he was especially fond of his family. Left to cherish William is his loving wife of thirty years, Linda Byrkett; Mother, Charline Rudisill; Sons, Andrew Byrkett and Ryan (Pam) Rudisill; Sisters, Bobbie Miller, Becky Cooper and...

Carolyn E. Melton, “GiGi”, 81, of Muncie, passed away Friday October 4, 2019. She was born in Muncie, Indiana to the late Jesse and Edna Mae Bartlett. She was a long time member of Northview Wesleyan Church and loved to be outdoors in the garden. Carolyn had an infectious laugh that came easy, and would tell you just how she felt about whatever was on her mind. She loved her dog, Frisky, but was especially proud of her sons and her family and would attend all sorts of...