Eunice (Martin) Bunner

NEW CASTLE , IN

Eunice (Martin)  Bunner, 86, passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2015, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Thursday, December 17, 2015.  Graveside services at Union Cemetery in Eaton, Indiana will be private for the family.

 

 

Cindy Duvall

EATON, IN –

 

Cindy Lee (Love) Duvall, 65, passed away peacefully at the AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie, IN on Sunday, November 15, 2015, surrounded by her family.

She was born in the Wells County Hospital, Bluffton, Indiana on January 2, 1950, the 5^th and youngest daughter of James and Juaniece (Morrision) Love.  She graduated from the 1^st class of Delta High School in 1968, after attending Eaton School until the consolidation.  She attended Vincennes University for 3 years.  Following her college years, she was employed as a clerk at Ball Stores in Muncie and her favorite job there was playing the Ball Stores “Easter Bunny”.

She married David Duvall on August 9, 1981.  He preceded her in death on November 16, 2001.

Cindy was a member of the Eaton United Methodist Church and developed many close friendships with her church family.  She stayed in touch with her high school classmates and was very involved with her extended family.  She was a member of the Beta Theta Chapter of the Psi Iota XI Sorority.  She was an avid collector of angels and displayed them throughout her home.  She adored her children and grandchildren.  She was best known for her positive attitude and love of life.

Surviving are her two children, Emily Daly of Muncie, and Ian Duvall of Greenwood; step  children, Laura Janney (husband, Jeff) of Muncie, Leslie Duvall of Muncie, and Molly Duvall of Fort Wayne; three sisters, Dian Love of Ypsilanti, Michigan, Melanie Love of Boulder City, Nevada and Dr. Julie Alexander (husband, Gary) of Eaton; and her two grandchildren, Teagan and Avery Daly.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Juaniece Love, her sister Monnie (Love) Boykin, and mother-in-law, Lucille Duvall.

A celebration of Cindy’s life will be held a t 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at the Eaton United Methodist Church, 215 S. Elm St., Eaton, Indiana, with Pastor Roger Walby officiating.  You are welcome to wear brightly colored clothing in her honor as Cindy almost always dressed in bright colors.

Private burial will be in the Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Cindy’s family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Spahr, Cancer Center; Dr. Reddy, AMG Specialty Hospital, and Dr. Steiner, Ball Memorial Hospital and their exceptional staffs that provided such excellent care for Cindy during her extended stay.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Eaton United Methodist Church, P.O. 158, Eaton, IN, 47338.

The Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, Eaton, is in charge of the arrangements.

Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Richard L. Smith Sr.

Eaton, IN

Richard L. Smith, Sr., passed away on November 2, 2015 at the Richard L. Roudebush VMAC Hospital, Indianapolis.

The son of William “Dude” and Pansy (Millspaugh) Smith, he was born on January 21, 1941 in Eaton.  Richard attended Eaton High School and served his country in the Navy.  In 1962 he married Linda Hankins in Jonesboro, Indiana and together they would have five children.

Richard was a truck driver, working for several companies including; Imperial Cabinets and Taylor and Taylor Trucking.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda Smith, five children: Tarinna Morris (Tracy), Diedra Smith (Colby Manzo), Mitzi Beeson (Paul), Richard L. Smith Jr. , and Darla Crouch (Dave), a brother, Harold “Max” Smith (Mary), grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Meghan Deckman (Joe) and their children: Aurora, Cameron, Dae, and Ellis, Tyler Morris (Hillary), children: Davin, Khloe, Quinn, and Jase, Holly Morris (Tim Davis), Leah Tolbert (Marvin North), children: Tristan, Donavon, Ashlynn, Braxton, and Brylon, Derek Mitchell (Kristin), children: Ayden, Mason, and Damian, Jonathon Bales, Ashley Tharp (Chester Bailey), children: Colton, and Bailey Hiers, Kylie Smith (Matt Waller) and their child, Kyndall, Austin Crouch and his son Raylin, and Sarah Crouch, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings: Bill Smith, Crystal Marine, Betty Foust, Uva “Tookie” Collins, and Janet Smoot.

A Graveside Funeral Service with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard, will be held at 11:00 am, on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at the Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Muncie with Pastor Andy Denniston officiating. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton.

Donald D. Wilber

EATON, IN—

Donald D. Wilber, 77, passed away Saturday morning, Oct. 24, 2015, at his home, after a lengthy illness.

He was born on January 3, 1938 in Muncie, the son of Alton Parker and Fern (Hottischel) Wilber, attended Yorktown Schools and married Bernice Irene Monroe on January 28, 1959.

Don and his wife, moved to Eaton in 1967. He had worked for RockTenn of Eaton for  twenty-two years, retiring in 1989. He had also worked for Boxell Sign Company and Nixon Farms  and attended  the Full Gospel Lighthouse Tabernacle, Dunkirk.

His family he leaves behind includes three sons:  Clarence “Eugene” (wife, Sherry) Wilber, Donald “Bub” (wife, Judy) Wilber, and Edward “Benny” Wilber.  Two daughters:  Dorothy “Doty” (husband, Danny) Stafford and Rose Marie “Sis” (husband, Scott) Miller and eighteen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Bernice on March 1, 2011, a daughter, Mary K Blevins on May 18, 2010, a grandson, Bobby Jo Stafford, a sister Beverly Wilber and two brothers, Bob and Jack Wilber , and another sister Rose Blevins.

A service to celebrate Donald’s life will be at 11:00 a .m. Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Bobby Thomas presiding.  Burial will be at Union Cemetery, Eaton, after the service.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 27th and an hour prior to the service on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Anna Mary McKinley Halstead

EATON, IN

Anna Mary McKinley Halstead, 95, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at Signature Health Care in Muncie.

The daughter of William and Mary (Minnick) Heaton, she was born on May 14, 1920 in Cowan, Indiana.  Anna was a 1938 graduate of Yorktown High School.  She worked in payroll at Ball Corporation for over 36 years.

She married Robert McKinley on June 1, 1941.  Together they would have two children.  Robert died in 1947.  On June 24, 1960, Anna married Loran “Al” Halstead in Hartford City.  His death occurred March 26, 1984.

Anna is survived by her children, Michael McKinley (wife, Cheryl) of Eaton, Suzan Wolfe (husband, Charles), of Muncie, two grandchildren, Mark Wolfe, Amie Whittig (husband, Jamie) two great grandchildren, Alex Whittig and Easton Whittig, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and spouses, Anna was preceded in death by seven brothers and five sisters.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor John Vickrey officiating.  Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Wednesday from 12 Noon until 2:00 pm.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Eaton Public Library P.O. Box 124 Eaton, IN 47338.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Doris D. (Cox) McDaniel

Muncie, In

Doris D. (Cox) McDaniel, 104, life resident of Delaware County, passed away, Friday, September 18, 2015, at Westminster Village in Muncie. 

Doris was born on October 8, 1910 in Delaware County to Jess and Lela (Snider) Cox.  She graduated from Royerton High School in 1928 and from Indiana Business College the same year. On December 2, 1934 she married Ralph McDaniel in Shideler.  They spent their lives together until his death on November 3, 2005.

Doris had worked at Shideler Grain Company from 1931-1951 and then served as secretary at Royerton High School retiring in 1974.

She was a member of the Union Grove Church of the Brethren, the O.E.S. Chapter 522 of Eaton, Beta Theta Chapter of Psi Iota XI Sorority, Queen Esther of Shideler, the Warner Gear Sympathy Club and the Shideler Home Ec. Club.

She is survived by nieces and nephews including Doug (Jan) Cox, Penny Cox, Jodi (Bud) Rice, Laurie (Herb) McPherson; great- nephew Monte (Lydia) Seals and several great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and great-great-great nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her husband Ralph, three brothers: Carlton Cox, Fermin Cox, and Carol Cox.

Funeral Services will be held at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 11 a.m. Rev. Eldon Morehouse and Rev. Bob Ewert will be officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, September 22 and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Union Grove Church of the Brethren.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Virginia Mae Bell

Eaton, IN

Virginia Mae Bell, 88, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Hartford City.

She was born on April 2, 1927 to Chester and Dorothy Penrod.  Virginia attended Muncie Central High School and married Ernest Bell.  Together they would raise their three sons in Delaware County. 

Virginia was a mother and homemaker.  She enjoyed company and enjoyed serving her visitors meals.  Virginia and Ernest loved to watch sporting events, especially those of their grandchildren.

She is survived by her children: Larry Bell (fiance, Mona Bland), Phil Bell, and Bill Bell (wife, Glenda), her adopted daughter, Karen Bilbrey, a brother, Ralph Penrod (wife, Joyce), as well as several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Dorothy Penrod, and her husband Ernest Bell in 1994.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Brian Waters officiating.  Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, Wednesday, prior to services.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Larry D. Pursifull

EATON, IN

Larry D. Pursifull, 74, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Larry was born in Muncie on September 27, 1940 to E. Berl and Lillian E. (Blake) Pursifull.  He graduated from Eaton High School, class of 1960.  Larry married M. Jean Beaver on July 15, 1978 in Huntington, Indiana.

Larry made his living working on his farm.  He was a member of Delaware County Farm Bureau and attended the First Church of God in Eaton.

Survivors include his wife of 37 years, M.  Jean Pursifull, two sisters, Barb Poe (Dave) of Yorktown, Alice McIntire (Richard) of Muncie, brother-in-law: Terry A. Beaver (Janelle) of Huntington, sister-in-law; Lynda K. Lall (Santosh) of Indianapolis, ten nieces and nephews, as well as many friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at the First Church of God, 700 E. Harris St., Eaton, with Pastor Andy Denniston and Steve DeLisle officiating.  Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Tuesday, July 28, from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton and also from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, at the church.

Memorials may be made in his name to the First Church of God, 700 E. Harris St. Eaton, IN 47338 or Habitat for Humanity, 2620 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Muncie, IN 47303.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneral homes.com. 

 

Ethel Ann Sloas

EATON, IN

Ethel Ann Sloas, 69, passed away on June 8, 2015 at her home with her family by her side.

 

Ethel was born to Ernest and Dorothy (Oliver) Eldridge on May 15, 1946 in Sandy Hook, Kentucky.

She married James Sloas on July 18, 1966 in West Liberty, Kentucky.   They raised their three daughters together and remained married until his death in 2004.

Ethel worked for several factories over the years.  She retired from Henman Engineering in 2008.

Ethel loved the outdoors.   She especially enjoyed gardening and fishing. 

Survivors include her two daughters, Pamera Richardson (husband, William), and Cindy Darnell (husband, Chris); six grandchildren, Dorothy Elsworth (husband, Nathan), Annmarie Richardson, Julie Fox, Steven Fox (wife, Michelle), Jessica Darnell, and Jack Darnell; three great-grandchildren, Zachary Mueller, Isabella Drury, and Addison Jahnz; a sister, Ruby Fraley (husband, Carl); a sister-in-law, Effie Alexander, as well as several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews; a loving friend, Dave Mendenhall and a faithful fur companion, Mimi.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James; a daughter, Joyce Ann Collier; siblings, Thelma Eldridge, Ellis Eldridge, Bennie Eldridge, Leonard Eldridge, Patsy Cook, Brenda Warner, and Linda Eldridge, and a brother-in-law, Floyd Cook.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2015 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Jerry Scott officiating.  Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Thursday from 11:00 until service time. 

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Delpha "Deb" Skinner

EATON, IN

Delpha “Deb” L. Skinner, 70, devoted servant to the Lord, danced into Glory on Friday, May 29, 2015.

Deb was born on March 2, 1945 to Peter A. and Helena M. (DeHaven) Brown in Muncie. She graduated from Eaton High School in 1963 and she attended Indiana University before earning her undergraduate degree from Ball State University. Later she would achieve a Master’s degree in Education from Ball State University.

Deb was a very active member of the Eaton community. She retired from the Eaton Elementary School in 2008 after teaching for 40 years. She was a lifetime member and church elder of the Eaton First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, where over her lifetime she held almost every position in the church. She especially loved working with children. 

She was the director of the Eaton Food Pantry, belonged to the National Education Association and for years, gave Halloween performances for the community children.   Deb founded the Disciples Dancers and directed and choreographed their state-wide performances.

Survivors include her son, Chris Boyle; siblings; Rev. Penelope “Penny” Brown, and Peter J. Brown (wife, Diane), nephew, Aaron Brown,  grandchildren of the heart Elise Eppard and Joshua Cooper, as well as several beloved cousins, and many dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Helena Brown, and a daughter, Angela.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 301 E. Harris St., Eaton, with Rev. Robin Wood presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery in Eaton.

Visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday, June 1, 2015 from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Eaton Food Pantry or First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, P.O. Box 216, Eaton, Indiana 47338.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com

Larry D. Smith

MUNCIE, IN

Larry D. Smith, 74, long time Eaton resident, passed away on May 24, 2015 at his residence in Muncie.

Larry was born on June 8, 1940 to Earl S. and Dorotha (Jarnagin) Smith in Muncie. He graduated from Eaton High school, and later retired from 3M in Hartford City after 41 years of employment.

Survivors include his brother, Earl Smith (wife, Shirley), of Muncie, an aunt, Margaret Prow, of DeSoto, and an uncle, Harold Smith (wife, Peggy), of Dunkirk.

Larry was preceded in death by his father, Earl Smith in 1960, and his mother, Dorotha in 1975, and an uncle, Fred Prow.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Friday, May 29, 2015 at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Brian Waters presiding.  A private burial will be made in Black Cemetery, Albany.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 11:00 A.M. to the start of the service at 12:00 Noon at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made in his name to the American Diabetes Association, 8604 Allisonville Rd. Suite 140, Indianapolis, IN 46250.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com

Harold "Bill" Williams

MUNCIE, IN

Harold “Bill” Williams, 82, passed away, with his family by his side, on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Signature Health Care in Muncie.

The son of Marland and Cora (Fletcher) Williams, he was born on November 20, 1932 in Sterns, Kentucky.  Harold attended Muncie Central High School and served his country in the Air Force during the Korean War. 

Harold worked for Delco Battery, retiring in 1981 after 30 years of employment.  He was a member of, UAW #489,  American Legion Post 400, and Eagles #231 where he was active in the Flying Eagles Program.  Harold became a member of the Mossy Pond Volunteer Fire Department in Florida.  He was very proud of this accomplishment because he passed all qualifications while he was in his 70s.

He is survived by his daughter, Lynaya Hess (Bruce), three grandchildren: Monique Candelario (Ed), Wenzdee Beams (Ryan), and Ethan Hess, four great-grandchildren: Kaylee Candelario, Kory Candelario, Alizandra Beams and Skilar Beams, a sister, Avonda Litton (Doyle), a sister-in-law, Mabel Williams, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Carla Emery, two brothers Dalton Williams, and John Fletcher, and a sister, Louise Garrett.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Brian Waters officiating.  Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow in Tomlinson Cemetery, Muncie.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 PM.

Memorials may be made in his name to the Muncie Senior Center, 2517 W. 8^th St., Muncie, IN 47302.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

Joanna M. Wright

EATON, IN

Joanna M. Wright, 79, passed away, Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Albany Health and Rehabilitation.

The daughter of Clarence and Ruby (Jones) Warner, Joanna was born in Muncie on July 20, 1935.  She attended Eaton High School and married Warren Eugene Wright on December 3, 1951 in Portland, Indiana.

Joanna spent her summers working at the Eaton Canning factory.  She loved to crochet, camp, and was well known for her home cooking.

Joanna was a member of the Albany Saddle Club and the BorgWarner Sympathy Club. 

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Warren Eugene Wright, her children: Michael Wright (Deborah), Rick Wright (Anita),  Randy Wright (Janet), Brad Wright (Tamara), and Melissa Strunk, a brother, Ron Warner (Mary), two sisters, Bertha Conyers (Phillip), and Connie Eppard (Jim), 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Joanna was preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Wright, grandson, Daron Wright, granddaughter, Rojeana Fisher, great-grandson, Joseph Wright, two brothers, Ralph and Jimmy Warner, and a daughter-in-law, Lori Wright.  

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Randy Davis presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 3:00 to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 19, 2015 and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Eaton Public Library, P.O. Box 124, Eaton, IN 47338

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Dorothy I. Love

EATON, IN

Dorothy I. Love, 97, passed away, Sunday, April 5, 2015 at Signature Health and Rehab of Muncie.

Dorothy was born on May 26, 1917 in Randolph County, to Albert and Mary (Grim) Wiles.   She was a graduate of Muncie Central High School, class of 1935.  Dorothy married Raymond Love on October 5, 1935 and together they would raise their three children.

She was a member of the Eaton United Methodist Church and also volunteered for the Eaton Senior Citizens, where she served meals.  For a short time, Dorothy worked for Meridian Foods.

She is survived by her children: Russell Love (Augusta), Michael Love (Mary Jane), and Helen Millspaugh (Tom), three brothers: Eugene Grim (Joyce), Don Grim (Jean), and Howard Grim, ten grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Love, two brothers, Marvin Grim and an infant brother, and a great-grandchild, Ryan Poling.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, April 9, 2015 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton.  Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.

Visitation for family and friends will at the funeral home from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2015, and one hour prior to services Thursday.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Eaton United Methodist Church or the charity of the donor’s choice.

Dale E. Parsons

Dunkirk, IN

Dale E. Parsons, 60, passed away, Thursday, March 19, 2015, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

He was born in Muncie, on May 28, 1954 to Charles and Garnet (Musselman) Parsons, and graduated from Delta High School.

Dale has been involved in farming since he was 10 years old. He later became the owner of his own business, Parsons Construction.

He married Leila Black on August 5, 1978 in Gas City.

Survivors include his wife, Leila, of 36 years; three daughters, Kirsten Parsons (Donnie Anacker),  Stephanie Parsons, and Nikiya Parsons ; two grandchildren, Jade Anacker, and Daxton Anacker; a brother, John Parsons (Karen); two sisters, Marilyn McKinley (Dick), and Carol Sheley (Michael); three nephews, Chad Smith, Chris Smith, and Nathan Parsons, as well as two dogs, Boney and Millie.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, Indiana.   There will be no graveside services.  Dale will be laid to rest in Union Cemetery in Eaton.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at the funeral home, on Monday, March 23, 2015 from 3:00 to 7:00 and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials to be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.  The family would recommend that to honor Dale that visitors attend in casual dress.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

James Andrew

GASTON, IN

James “Jim” Andrew, 70, of Gaston, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 in his home surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer.

The son of James and Margaret (Mittank) Andrew, he was born on May 28, 1944 in Muncie.  Jim was raised in Eaton and graduated from Eaton High School, where he met his high school sweetheart, Linda Nelson.   They were married on March 22, 1963 in Eaton.  Together, they would raise their four children in Matthews, Indiana.

Jim retired from Delco Battery after 36 years of employment.  He went on to work for Brinks Security as a driver.   In retirement, Jim landed his dream job of driving the hauler for Benic Racing. 

Jim and his brother, Gary, shared a great passion for racing and through racing made many good friends.  Jim also enjoyed attending sporting events for his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda Andrew, three daughters: Angela McGarvey (Robert), Amanda Smith, and Amber Heffernan (Nathan), a son, Trent Andrew, 19 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, a brother, Dennis Andrew (Kay), brother-in-law, Wayne Nelson (Mary), one niece, one nephew, many friends, and his special friend Sammy the dog.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Andrew, and his dog, Barkley.

Family and friends will gather to celebrate Jim’s life at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton on Saturday, February 28, 2015 from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M.   

At 7:00 P.M. the family will share memories and stories of Jim and friends are invited to stay and share their stories.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

 

Teena Marie Blair

EATON, IN

Mrs. Teena Marie Blair, 42, passed away, on February 15, 2015 at her home.

Teena was born in Muncie on November 2, 1972 to Larry Fulk and Nancy White.  She attended Monroe Central High School and later went on to achieve her CNA. 

She worked as a CNA at Albany Nursing Home and also Westminster Village in Muncie.

She is survived by her husband, Donald Blair, four children: Eric Childress, Jeffrey Childress, Alissa Marie Miller, and Chelsea Nicole Miller; all of Eaton, her parents, Larry L. Fulk of Dunkirk, and Nancy White of Farmland; four siblings, Tonja Fulk, Farmland, Teresa Johnson, Farmland, Tammy Kiger, Muncie, and Shaun White, Farmland; a step-daughter, Angela St. John; step-grandchildren, Gabriel and Abigail St. John; her mother and father-in-law, Max and Delphia Blair, brother and sister-in-laws; Randy and Sandy Blair and Michael and Kim Blair; as well as several nieces, nephews, and friends.

Teena was preceded in death by her aunt, Cheryl Cox.

Private family services will be held at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home with Brian Waters officiating.

Burial will be held at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com

Alan L. Reagan

MUNCIE, IN

Alan L. Reagan, 40, passed away on January 20, 2015 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Alan was born on August 21, 1974 to Roger and Viola (Miller) Reagan in Muncie, Indiana. He attended Delta High School, and Aviation Mechanical School.

Alan was the head of maintenance at the Walmart Distribution Center in Marion.   He formerly worked for Eaton EMTs and was a volunteer fireman for the Eaton Volunteer Fire Department for 10 years.

He married Robin Hines on October 26, 2013 in Muncie.

Survivors include his wife, Robin Reagan, a daughter Aundra Reagan (Jeff Collins), a son, Austin Reagan, step-daughter, Ashley Doue (Adam), step-son, Aaron Herbert, his father, Roger Reagan, sister, Amy McLeland (Shannon), three grandchildren, Riley Collins, Eli Collins, and Aalyiah Doue, paternal grandmother, Beat Reagan, two aunts, Jan Earls (Roy), and Gale Truman (Harry), two uncles, Mike Miller and Milton Reagan, two nieces, Brianna McLeland, and Majenica McLeland, as well as many friends and co-workers.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Viola “Pee Wee” Reagan, and two uncles, Hank Reagan and David Miller.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, January 26, 2015 at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Rev. Chad Sewell officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Visitation for family and friends will be at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, from 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 25, 2015 and one hour prior to the service on Monday.

Memorials may be made in his name to the American Heart Association, 6100 W. 96^th Street #200, Indianapolis, Indiana 46278.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.