At Parson Mortuary we know that high inflation and fuel costs are affecting families. As a result, we have restructured some of our services to help you and your family. We are offering more cremation services, as well as lowering the cost of our direct cremation option. In addition, we are now offering more options to our Medicaid clients, including a burial option. We call it our "Good Neighbor Program."
Since 1934, we have tried to be a good neighbor to our community and we will continue to do so. Please contact us for more information.
Craig B. Malone
Lead Funeral Director/General Manager
Craig joined the Parson Mortuary staff in 2009 and brings with him 28 years of experience. He graduated from Vincennes University with an Associates Degree in Funeral Service, and received his Bachelors Degree in Funeral Service Management from Belford University.
Jerry shaner
Business Manager/Crematory Director
Jerry was born and raised in muncie, graduating from Burris high school and ball state university.
Jerry is a member and deacon of his church, st. andrew presbyterian of muncie. he has been married to his wife, megan, for over thirty years and they have three children and one grandchild.
He is currently in college to become a funeral director. he joined our team in 2020.
Ashley Ferdin
Support staff and Mortuary student
Ashley has a passion for the funeral industry and the
families that Parson Mortuary cares for.
In her leisure time she enjoys hiking with her family, kayaking or
working out. She also enjoys a good
movie or anime series. Her goal for the
future is to be a green funeral director.
Kylie Allen
Funeral Director Intern
Kylie was born and raised in Muncie and graduated from Delta
High School. She graduated from The
Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science with a Bachelors Degree in Mortuary
Science in December 2022. Kylie has
worked in funeral service since November 2020 and joined the Parson Mortuary staff
in October 2022. She has always had a strong
passion for helping others and wants to provide meaningful services to the
families that Parson Mortuary cares for.
In her leisure time, Kylie enjoys going to the gym, playing
video games, reading books, going to rock concerts, spending time with her
husband Cody, and cuddling with her two cats Panda and Ashes.
Norma Crawford
Support Staff
Norma has lived in Muncie most of her life. She joined the staff of Parson Mortuary in 1989. She is very involved with her church and her family.
Gordon Miller
Support Staff
Gordon has been working with Parson Mortuary as a landscaper for several years, but in 2014, he became a valued member of our staff. He owned Gordon’s Flowers in the village for 36 years, and is a lifelong resident of Muncie.
Robert Fey
Support Staff/Crematory Operator
Samone Smith
Support Staff/Mortuary Student
Samone is a 2015 graduate of Muncie Central High School. She then served honorably in the United States Army. She is currently attending Mid-America College of Funeral Service and is on track to graduate in March of 2023. Samone has had a compassion for funerals since a youthful age. No matter whose funeral it was she made it her desire to attend and observe. Her hobbies include enjoying time with her growing family and watching true crime TV shows.
In Memory of George Davidson
1937-2014
George was a valued member of our staff here at Parson Mortuary. George passed away in 2014, but will always be remembered for his contributions of compassion that guide the actions of all our staff members.
In Memory Of Jim Watt
Jim was a valued member of our staff here at Parson Mortuary for 30 years. Jim passed away on December 14, 2020, but will always be remembered for his contributions of compassion that guide the actions of all our staff members.
Randall Swoveland
Funeral Director - Retired -
Randy joined Parson Mortuary in 2017 as a Funeral Director and brings 5 years of mortuary experience and a rich array of personal experiences. Randy lived his entire life in Delaware County graduating from Yorktown High School in 1975. After 26 years working for BorgWarner, Randy returned to school at Ivy Tech and earned his degree in Mortuary Science.
He continues to volunteer in his community at Daleville Christian Church and serving the detention center ministries in Muncie, Indiana.
Randy enjoys spending time with his wife Kay, their three daughters and sons-in-law, and seven grandchildren.
We would like to thank Randy for all of his hard work and dedication. Enjoy retirement
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