Pitman-Richman Funeral Home Obituaries

Lillian Pursifull, 97

2012-01-28T11:02:00.000-08:00

MUNCIE, IN

Lillian Ellen Pursifull, 97, went to be with her Lord, Friday, January 27, 2012 at the Golden Living Center.

Lillian was born December 24, 1914 in Corydon, Indiana to George Wesley and Sannie Gertrude (Fetzer) Blake. She was a graduate of Eaton High School, class of 1933 and married Ernest Berl Pursifull on November 11, 1939 in Ft. Wayne. His death occurred December 5, 1982.

Mrs. Pursifull was a homemaker and attended the Eaton First Church of God for many years. She was a member of the Home Ec. Club at her church and formerly involved in the Missionary Society of Church.

She is survived by her loving children: Larry D. Pursifull (Jean) of Muncie, Barbara Poe (David) of Yorktown, and Alice McIntire (Richard) of Muncie; five grandchildren: Dennis Poe (Lara), Alan Poe, Lori Poe, Veretta Schnackenberg (Randal), and Brad McIntire; three great-grandchildren: Alex Poe, Kyle Schnackenberg, and Blake Schnackenberg..

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother Herschel Elmer Blake.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at the Eaton First Church of God, 700 E. Harris St. Eaton, with Pastor Andy Denniston presiding. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation for friends and family will be on Monday, January 30, 2012 from 3:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, and one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church.

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

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

Belinda J. Abshire, 47

2012-01-25T12:41:00.001-08:00

Shideler, IN

Belinda “Lin” J. (Woolum) Abshire, 47, passed away, Monday, January 23, 2012 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital.

Lin was born on May 26, 1964 in Muncie, Indiana to James and Wave (Taulbee) Woolum. Lin was baptized at the First Baptist Church in Eaton where she was a member since 1973. She was a 1982 graduate of Delta High School, and attended Ivy Tech where she earned an Associate’s Degree in Office Administration. Lin was currently studying business and history at Ball State University.

On December 24, 2009 she married John Abshire in Muncie. Together they attended church at McCormick View Chapel.

Lin was an 8 time cancer survivor, worked for Advantage Home Health Care and enjoyed cooking and making blankets. She was also a member of the Gamma Iota Epsilon sorority at Ivy Tech.

She is survived by her husband, John Abshire, a daughter, Alysha Rhodes, two sons, Dakota Abshire and Trenton Abshire, her father, James Woolum, a sister Coetta Lambert (Tony), a brother, John Woolum, and her mother in law, Nancy Abshire.

Lin was preceded in death by her mother Wave Woolum.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, January 28, 2012 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Bob York presiding. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation for friends and family will be on Friday, January 27, 2012 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

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

Nancy Cunningham

2012-01-25T12:39:00.000-08:00

Nancy Cunningham

Nancy Cunningham passed away at 7:10 p.m. Sunday, January 22, 2012 at her home in Camby, Indiana with her daughter by her side.

She was born August 26, 1941 in Indianapolis to Perry L. and Nora M. Bixler and resided both in the Eaton, Muncie, Yorktown area and in Ft. Myers, Florida.

Nancy graduated from Eaton High School in 1959. She worked for Applegate Advertising Agency and Ball Corporation for many years before moving to southwest Florida where she started her own graphic arts business, type etc.

Survivors include her son, Steve (Eloise) Michaels, Anderson, daughter Jana (David) Chirico, Mooresville; one sister, Janna (Fred) Hollowell, Eaton; four grandsons: D.J. and Marc Chirico, Mooresville, and Seth and Austin Michaels, Anderson; three nieces and several great nieces and nephews.

Nancy was an avid reader and lexiconist. She had an artists’ love of nature but mainly loved spending time with her grandsons and family.

Nancy continued to give beyond the end of her life, by donating her body to the IU School of Medicine for Teaching and Research.

A dinner will be held for family and friends on Sunday, January 29 at In Christ Community Church, 9701 N. CR 450 W, Muncie at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the IU Simon Cancer Center for lung cancer research. P.O. Box 660245, Indianapolis, IN 46266 in memory of Nancy Cunningham.

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

Helen F. Hardesty, 86

2012-01-09T12:14:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

Helen F. Hardesty, 86, passed away, Sunday, January 8, 2012 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

She was born on September 4, 1925 in Muncie to George and Stella (May) Thomas. Helen was a graduate of Muncie Central High School, class of 1943. On January 25, 1945, she married Merritt L. Hardesty in Muncie.

Helen worked for Kerr Glass and was a long-time member of the Eaton First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and the Christian Women’s Fellowship. For the past 7 years, Helen enjoyed spending time with her friends at the Alpha Center in Muncie.

She is survived by her children: Barbara Cavanaugh, Peggy Davis (Larry), and George Hardesty (Cindy), a brother, Mark Thomas (Myrtle, “Punk”), a sister, Viola Davis (Russell), a sister-in-law, Mary Katherine Thomas, 6 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband Merritt L. Hardesty in 1998, a brother, Charles “Bud” Thomas, a sister, Katherine Zaft and her husband Rollin, and a son-in-law, Andrew Cavanaugh.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am. Thursday, January 12, 2012 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Penny Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Visitation for friends and family will be at the funeral home on Wednesday, January, 11, from 2:00 to 4:00 & 6:00 until 8:00 pm.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Eaton First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 301 E. Harris St., Eaton, IN 47338 or the Alpha Center 315 S. Monroe St., Muncie, IN 47302.

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

R. Glen Cross, 78

2011-12-23T04:58:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

R. Glen Cross, 78, passed away, Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Glen was born to Fred and Lillie (Waskom) Cross on August 11, 1933 in Bedford, Indiana. He was a graduate of Eaton High School, class of 1952 and served his country in the Army Air Corps.

On November 26, 1983 he married Becky Fuqua in Hartford City. Glen worked for Norfolk & Southern Railroad and was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Albany, Amvets Post #23, Hartford City, and the American Legion, Gaston. Glen resided in the Eaton area most of his life and attended the Church of God in Eaton.

In 1964, Glen, along with his father and brothers, started Lakeview Golf Course in Eaton. Glen and Becky also owned and operated the Country Cupboard for many years.

He is survived by his wife, Becky Cross, three sons: Trent Cross (Patricia), Marty Cross, and Rodney Cross, a brother Harold Cross (Janet), 8 grandchildren: Andy Lechien, Derrick Lechien, Drew Cross, Tyler Cross, Lauren Cross, Justin Cross, Kaitlyn Cross, and Katelyn Arnold, 5 great-grandchildren: Ethan Lechien, Elijah Lechien, Isabella Lechien, Braedon Lechien, and Sophia Lechien, a sister-in-law, Linda Cross, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Glen was preceded in death by a daughter, Valerie Lechien, who died on December 19, 2011, and a brother, Arnold Cross.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Andy Denniston officiating. Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation for friends and family will be on Tuesday, December 27, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, with a Masonic service starting at 8:00 pm.

Memorials may be made in his name to the Little Red Door 401 W. Jackson St. Muncie, IN 47305.

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

Valerie L. Lechien, 53

2011-12-20T12:15:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

Valerie L. Lechien, 53, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family after courageously battling Multiple Myeloma for the past year.

Valerie was born on February, 26, 1958 in Hartford City to Robert G. Cross and Sandra R. Howell. She lived as a young girl in Zionsville, IN., moving to Eaton, IN at the age of 6 where she remained for most of her adult life. She graduated from Delta High School in 1976 and from Ivy Tech School of Nursing in 1997. On November 20, 1976 she married Mark Lechien at the First Christian Church in Eaton.

She was a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. She worked as a nurse from 1997 until her death. She was employed as a surgical nurse from 2000 to 2011; at the time of her illness she served as a nurse for the Family Practice Residency Center of IU Health, Ball Memorial Hospital. She was a member of “Indy Surviveoars” (INSO), breast cancer survivors dragon boat racing team and traveled all over the United States & Canada to compete. She competed in the World Championships in Peterbrough, ON, Canada in 2010 where her team finished 1st in their division.

Valerie is a member of the Gathering Church in Muncie. She enjoyed gardening, tending her flowers, and traveling. She most enjoyed being a wife, mother and grandmother.

She is survived by her husband of 35 years Mark A. Lechien, two sons, Marc A. Lechien and Derrick A. Lechien (wife, Cassie), her grandchildren: Ethan Lechien, Elijah Lechien, Braedon Lechien, Isabella Lechien, and Sophia Lechien. Her father and mother-in-law, Richard M. And arolyn S. Lechien, her father, Robert G. Cross (wife, Becky), and mother, Sandra R. Howell, three brothers: Trent Cross (wife, Patricia), Marty Cross, and Rodney Cross, brothers-in-law Marty Lechien (wife, Elaine), Monty Lechien (wife, Kris), a sister-in-law, Marcy McCormack (husband, Matt), as well as many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am Friday, December 23, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Joshua Brandt officiating. Burial will follow at the Hartford City Cemetery.

Visitation for friends and family will be held at the funeral home from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, Thursday, December 22 and one hour prior to services Friday.

As a memorial to Valerie’s life, memorials may be sent to: Indy Surviveoars (INSO), 9664 Nautilus Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46256 or IU Foundation - Multiple Myeloma Research, P.O. Box 660245, Indianapolis, IN 46266.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at IU Health at both Ball Hospital in Muncie and University Hospital in Indianapolis; the Indy Surviveoars and the many friends who have supported her through this journey.

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

Emma C. Pursifull, 107

2011-12-05T12:01:00.000-08:00

Eaton, IN

Emma C (Gilland) Pursifull, 107, passed away December 5, 2011 at the Golden Living Center, Muncie.

Emma was born in Delaware County on October 26, 1904 to Othe and Julia (Hummer) Gilland. She and her family moved to the Eaton area when she was 3 years old. She attended Eaton schools and married Paul L. Pursifull.

Emma lived in the Eaton area for most of her life. For 20 years, Paul, Emma, and their children lived on a farm near Dunkirk. Emma was a homemaker and attended the Church of the Nazarene.

She is survived by her son, Eugene Pursifull (Kay), 3 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, 2 sisters-in-law, several nieces and nephews and several great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Paul in 1963, a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Bill Shane, grandson Mike, great granddaughter Ashleigh and four brothers.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, December 9, 2011at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Tom Fett of the Dunkirk Church of the Nazarene presiding.. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

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

Robert L. Dungan, 70

2011-12-02T13:47:00.000-08:00

Parker City, IN

Robert L. Dungan, 70, passed away, Thursday, December 1, 2011 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Robert was born on June, 8, 1941 in Alexandria, Indiana. He graduated from Royerton High School and went on to serve his country in the Army. He married Linda Knott on February, 17, 1992 in Pensacola, Florida.

Mr. Dungan moved to West Lafayette where he worked as Police Officer and Real Estate Developer, retiring in 2002. He was a member of the FOP and was on the committee for the Feast of the Hunters Moon. Robert collected tools and enjoyed wood working.

He is survived by his wife Linda Dungan, a daughter, Deborah Hemme, three step-children: Tracy Stephens, Erik Knott, and Kevin Knott (Jana), five brothers: Paul Caldwell (Mary), Phillip Caldwell, Ed Caldwell (Brenda), Charles “Hank” Caldwell, John Caldwell (Deborah), a sister, Roberta Lynn, two grandchildren, Colin and Gareth Hemme, 5 step grandchildren, 4 step great-grandchildren and former wife, Karen Gardner.

Robert was preceded in death by his mother, Theresa Dungan-Caldwell.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am. Monday, December 5, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Burial will follow at the VA Cemetery, Marion.

Visitation for friends and family will be on Sunday, December 4, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and one hour prior to services Monday.

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

M. Margaret Morris, 91

2011-10-03T09:46:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

M. Margaret Morris, 91, passed away, Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Albany Health Care and Rehabilitation Center.

Margaret was born on November 21, 1919 in Blackford County, Indiana to Harold Sr. and Pearl (Greenlee) Moore. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1937 and married Albert Tingley Morris on October 2, 1947 in Indianapolis.

Mrs. Morris was a homemaker and very active in her community. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, O’Leara Quirk Unit #90 and she was Past State Sergeant at Arms, the Delaware La Petit Salon #123 of the 8 & 40, the Daughters of the American Revolution, Paul Revere Chapter where she was Past Regent, she was a charter member of the Daughters of American Colonists de la warr Chapter, the Eaton First Christian Church and the Christian Women’s Fellowship.

Margaret enjoyed the rural country life. She loved her vegetable garden and canned several different foods. She also had a deep interest in genealogy.

Surviving are her children: Florence P. Briggs (Lou), Eaton, and Michael A. Murray (Elaine), Eaton, 6 grandchildren, Tony Murray (Erica), Fredericksburg, VA., Melissa Lane (Ken), Muncie, David Crouch (Darla), Eaton, Missy Draper, Eaton, Bill Crouch, Eaton, and Kate Johnson-Keep (Roger), Centerville. 10 great-grandchildren: Amanda, Elizabeth, Kelsey, Kenzie, and Drew Murray, Collin Lane, John Draper, Austin and Sarah Crouch and Maxwell Johnson, and 2 great-great-grandchildren,

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Albert Tingley Morris, four brothers: Billy Moore, Harold E. Moore, Jr., Robert V. Moore, and Jackie L. Moore, a sister, Georgiana, Moore, and three grandchildren: Rex Alan Tingley Besser, Matthew Murray and Mark Murray.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, October 6, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Amos Rodgers officiating. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be from 3:00 to 7:00 pm., Wednesday, October 5, and after 10:00 am Thursday, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to: Eaton Unit #90, American Legion Auxiliary Veteran’s Fund, PO Box 186, Eaton, IN 47338, 10th DistrictAmerican Legion Auxiliary, Scholarship Fund attn: Bonnie Monaghan, 16214 Leavell Rd. Hagerstown, IN 47346, or Eaton Volunteer Fire Department Inc, PO Box 276, Eaton, IN 47338.

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

Julius "Jule" Martin Hendricks, 94

2011-09-22T06:23:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Julius “Jule” Martin Hendricks, 94, passed away, Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

The son of Theodore and Elizabeth (Koening) Hendricks, he was born on August 7, 1917 in Adams County, Indiana. Julius attended Union City High School and Married Mary Zigler on November 29, 1934 in Union City.

Mr. Hendricks owned and operated Hendricks Railroad Salvage for many years. He lived in the Eaton area for over 70 years and was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Hartford City.

He is survived by one son, James Hendricks, Eaton grandchildren: Annemarie Paul (Dennis Horan), Debra Rolli (Tony), Rhonda Meinhardt (Mike), Jeff Hendricks (Kimberly), Ron Hendricks (Sharlyne), and Sherri Drewett (David), great-grandchildren: Blake Stuffel (Jayson), Aleisha Fetters, Kris Green, Kyle Green, Derek Hendricks, Dyer Hendricks, Paige Drewett, Max Drewett, Ben Drewett, and Thomas Drewett.

Julius was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Hendricks, a daughter Caroline Jean Hendricks, brothers, Walter, Frederick, John, Theodore, Clyde, and Harvey, and his sisters, Lola Chenowith, Ida Layman, and Ada Williams.

Funeral Services will be held at 12 Noon, Friday, September 24, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Father Dave Newton presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery , Eaton.

Visitation will be from 10:00 am until services, Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made in his name to: First Choice For Women, 600 S. Tillotson Ave., Muncie, IN 47303.

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

Dwight Brooks, 59

2011-09-18T09:40:00.001-07:00

Hartford City, IN

Dwight Brooks, 59, passed away, Saturday, September 17, 2011 at Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Dwight was born on December 18, 1951 in Kenova, West Virginia to Orval and Mary Agnes (Wight) Brooks. When he was five years old his family moved to Indiana. Dwight graduated from Blackford High School in 1970 and then attended Ashland Community College. He married Sharon Younts on February 14, 1973 in Eaton.

Mr. Brooks worked for BorgWarner for 13 years and was a member of the Warner Gear Union. He had a deep love of music and played in several local bands. He loved guitar, the banjo and mandolin. He was an avid Colts fan and also enjoyed NASCAR and NHRA.

He is survived by his loving wife Sharon Brooks, two daughters Lynn Marie Price (David), and Tracey (Caylor) Brooks (Jeremy Murphy), his mother, Mary Agnes Brooks, one brother, Gregory Brooks, and four grandchildren, Brandon, Marcus, Elizabeth, and Abigail.

Dwight was preceded in death by two sons, Bryan Brooks and Justin Brooks and his father, Orval Brooks.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 pm Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, Tuesday, September 20 and after 12 Noon prior to services Wednesday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Rosemary Smoot, 84

2011-09-03T13:17:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Rosemary Smoot, departed this life surrounded by her loving family on Friday, September 2, 2011 in Eaton.

She was born on January 16, 1927 in Delaware County to Ernest and Alma (Moore) Hollowell. Rosemary graduated from Eaton High School, class of 1945 and married Richard (Gene) Smoot on February 16, 1946 in Eaton.

Rosemary was homemaker and very active in her community. She was a member of the 42nd Home Ec Club, Wednesday Afternoon Club, American Legion Auxiliary, and Psi Iota Xi Sorority. She was also a member of the Eaton United Methodist Church and the Apache Wells Community Church in Mesa, Arizona.

For the past 40 years, Rosemary spent her winters in Arizona and summers at home in Eaton. She leaves behind many special friends in both places.

She is survived by her son, Steve Smoot (wife, Sharen), Eaton, two brothers, Ernest Hollowell (wife, Vivian), Dunkirk, and Fred Hollowell (wife, Janna), Eaton, two grandchildren, Stefanie Pitman (husband, David), Muncie, and Shelbie Smoot, Muncie, two great-grandchildren, Hayden and Peyton Licht, several nieces and nephews, a brother-in-law, and several sisters-in-law.

Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents Ernest and Alma and her husband Gene Smoot,

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at the Eaton United Methodist Church, 219 E. South St., Eaton with Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, September 6, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton and one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church.

The family would like to thank IU Ball Memorial Hospice and their wonderful nurses and also Rosemary’s special care givers, Nancy Pitman and Sherry Johnson.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Eaton United Methodist Church or the Union Cemetery Association.

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

Robert Zane Lewis, 86

2011-08-12T06:50:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Robert Zane Lewis passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Janet D. Lewis, his parents Lulu Steffey and Oz Lewis, one brother Wendell Lewis and two sisters, Lucille Edwards and Wilma Carder.

Bob was born in Eaton, Indiana on October 9, 1924. He lived his entire life in Eaton where he and his wife raised their family. Bob graduated from Eaton High School in 1943. He and Janet were married January 15, 1948 and were married for sixty-three years. Bob worked for Borg Warner Corporation (Warner Gear) from the late 1940s retiring in 1980. He also for many years worked another job at Eddie’s Antennaes. After retiring Bob worked several places before working for many years at G.W. Bartlett Corporation. In addition to his love of reading and fishing, Bob had a deep love for his gardening and the outdoors. Bob was a life long member of the United Methodist Church, the UAW and the American Legion in Muncie.

Bob was a purple heart recipient having been in a PBY (Catalina) which crashed in the Atlantic off the east coast of the U.S. while searching for German submarines. He sustained broken bones and teeth and recuperated for a time in a hospital in Puerto Rico which was visited by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. He was returning by train to active duty after attending the funeral of his brother Wendell who was killed on Okinawa when the war ended. He left the Naval Aviation division of the Navy as an Aerial Gunners Mate 3rd Class.

Bob was, as his wife Janet very patriotic and proud to have served his country. He was currently very concerned about the loss of life in the helicopter crash in Afghanistan as well as the deaths and woundings of all our brave men and women in the military. He was a proud, lifetime Democrat and was sometimes active in primary and national elections at the local level. He worked as a poll worker at Eaton along with Janet for many years. He always wore his WWII Veteran baseball cap or his WWII U.S. Navy Veteran cap, even in the hospital. He would probably not be recognized without it on because he wore it at all times except when sleeping. He deeply appreciated the words of thanks he often received from citizens when he crossed their path.

Bob was a kind, generous, caring, hard-working husband, father, and friend. He was loved by anyone who talked with him even for a few minutes.

He is survived by his children: Kathy Bartlett (Gary), Muncie, Peggy Constant (Jay), Selma, Robert W. Lewis (Anne) Alexandria, Virginia and Theodore J. Lewis (Beth) Carmel. He is also survived by one brother James Lewis (Carol) Matthews, and several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Grandchildren: Darcy Phillips, Allison Inman (Chris) Whitney Constant, Tyler Constant, Robert C. Lewis, Catherine Lewis, Teddy Lewis, Andrew Lewis and step-granddaughter Melody Constant; Great Grandchildren: Anthony Needler, Kayla Needler, Brandon Phillips, Taylor Inman, and Step-Grandchildren, Jaylynn and Katelin Gann. He was also preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Cassie.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, August 13, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday, August 12, at the funeral home and from 9:00 am until 11:00 Saturday.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorials be made to The Smile Train, The Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 75816, Topeka, KS 66675, or The Veterans’ Hospital of Marion, Indiana, (The Christmas Gift Shot(att. Agent Cashier) 1700 E. 38th St., Marion, IN 46953, or Adopt a U.S. Soldier, www.adoptaussoldier.com.

The family wishes to deeply thank the 6th, and CTU units of IU BMH, Integra Rehabilitation Hospital at Ball Memorial Hospital, The 5th Floor dialysis center especially Nurse Cheryl Cole. Dr. Rimawi of the Cancer Center, Dr. Reddy and Dr. Tony Dowell of Integra, Dr. Ali, Dr. Zawadoski, Dr. K. Mauller, and Dr. Sarin of Medical Consultants. Special thanks also to hospitalists, Dr. Gamble and Dr. Shue. The family would like to also thank Janet and Bob’s kind neighbors who looked out for them in their later years.

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

Charles R. 'Dick' Foust, 72

2011-08-04T12:00:00.000-07:00

Eaton, IN

Charles R. “Dick” Foust, 72, passed away, Wenesday, August 3, 2011 at Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

He was born in Eaton on July 10, 1939 to William and Helen (Clevenger) Foust. Charles graduated from Eaton High School in 1958 and went to work for Warner-Gear at age 18. On July 8, 1966 he married Mary Brenner at the Church of God in Eaton.

Charles served his country in the National Guard and also attended the Eaton First Church of God. He was an avid fisherman and took pride in his yard work. Charles was a huge sports fan, always watching sports on TV as well as attending most of Delta High School’s basketball and football games. In 2005, after 47 years of employment, he retired form Warner-Gear (Borg-Warner).

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Mary Foust, three daughters: Lesa Foust (Russ Watkins), Pam Foust, and Becky Foust, a sister, Dolores Mullins (Mike), one grandchild, Cody Watkins, an uncle, E.R. Clevenger, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Foust and Loren Foust, and a sister, Donna June Foust.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, August 8, 2011 in the Eaton First Church of God, 700 E. Harris St., Eaton, with Pastor Andy Denniston presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be from 1:00 - 5:00 pm, Sunday, August 7, at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton and one hour prior to services Monday at the church.

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

Shane Allan Loveless, 18

2011-07-18T12:30:00.000-07:00

Muncie, IN

Shane Allan Loveless, 18, passed away unexpectedly, July 16, 2011 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm. Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with visitation from 12 Noon until 2:00 pm.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Elsie L. Welsch, 83

2011-06-27T08:09:00.000-07:00

Shideler, IN

Elsie L. Welsch, 83, passed away, Friday, June 24, 2011 in Anderson.

Elsie was born on April 2, 1928 in Muncie, to Clarence and Isola (Crow) Turner. She graduated from Eaton High School, class of 1946 and later attended Ivy Tech. On July 27, 1946 she married William “Bill” Welsch in Muncie.

Elsie worked for several local businesses over the years including: Bruner’s Restaurant, the Collegian Stores, and Petro Plus. She attended the Eaton First Christian Church and was well known for her homemade candy.

Elsie is survived by her two sons: James Welsch (Susan), Pittsburgh, PA, and John Welsch (Linda), Anderson, her grandchildren: Christine Bridge, Daniel Welsch, Michael Wood, Julie Martin, and Randi Yoho, great-grandchildren: Morgan Welsch, Connor Welsch, Hannah Carpenter, Beth Carpenter, Evan Yoho, and Erica Yoho, two sisters, Clara Mossburg and Mary Newton, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents Clarence and Isola Turner, she was preceded in death by her husband Bill Welsch, three brothers: Arthur Turner, Eugene Turner, and Clifford Turner, and a sister, Frances Tayler.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 am., Wednesday, June 29 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Rev. Penny Brown presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, June 28, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm., and one hour prior to services Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Jacob "Jake" Monroe, 18

2011-06-25T07:44:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Jacob “Jake” Monroe, 18, died unexpectedly, Wednesday, June, 22, 2011 from injuries suffered in an automobile accident.

Jake was born on November 29, 1992 to Tony and Beth (Walker) Monroe. He recently graduated from Delta High School, class of 2011.

For many years, Jake helped his father roofing houses. He was a varsity football player at Delta and loved sports, hunting, fishing and hanging out with his friends.

He is survived by his loving parents, Tony and Beth Monroe, two brothers, Andrew Monroe and Greg Smith, paternal grandparents: Tony and Barbara Monroe, and Earl and Janet Reynolds; maternal grandparents, Joe and Kay Walker, a niece Brylee Smith, as well as several uncles, aunts, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm. Monday, June 27, 2011 at Delta High School Auditorium with Rev. Marion Donathan presiding. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be at Delta High School from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Sunday, June 26 and one hour prior to services Monday.

The Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, is handling arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Janet Delight Roberts Lewis, 81

2011-06-14T16:13:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Janet Delight Roberts Lewis: September 8, 1929 - June 14, 2011.

Janet was preceded in death by her parents Freda Tait Roberts and Ralph Waldo Roberts. Janet was born in Eaton, Indiana on the family farm where she grew up. She spent her entire life in Eaton. Janet graduated from Eaton High School in 1947. She married Robert Z. Lewis on January 15, 1948. They were married for 63 years. Janet was a homemaker while her children were young. Later she was employed by several area establishments including The Tin Lizzy, The Dairy Dreams of Muncie and Albany, Sonny’s in Eaton, and Bella Avanti in Muncie. She attended the Eaton United Methodist Church.

She was a 52 year member of the Order of The Eastern Star and The American Legion Auxiliary, Eaton chapters. In recent years she had volunteered many hours at the Veterans’ Hospital Marion, the gift shop at IU-Ball Memorial Hospital, the Meow Mart and participated in activities for her church. She attended various patriotic celebrations and collected patriotic items of all kinds and was a loyal volunteer on most election days. She also enjoyed her Red Hat group.

Janet knew no strangers. Everyone she met became a friend. She considered every child she met her own. Janet loved to support an underdog of any kind.

She is survived by her husband Robert Zane Lewis, her children: Kathy Bartlett (Gary), Muncie, Peggy Constant (Jay), Selma, Robert W. Lewis (Anna), Alexandria, and Theodore J. Lewis (Beth), Carmel.

She is also survived by her brothers Howard Roberts, Plant City, Florida and Ralph Edward Roberts, Eaton. There are also several nieces and nephews.

Her Grandchildren: Darcy Needler, Allison Inman (Chris), Whitney Constant, Tyler Constant, Robert C. Lewis, Catherine Lewis, Teddy Lewis, Andrew Lewis and step-granddaughter, Melody Constant.

Great-Grandchildren: Anthony Needler, Kayla Needler, Brandon Phillips, Taylor Inman, and step-great grandchildren Jaylynn and Katelin Gann.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm. Friday, June 17, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be on Thursday from 4:00 - 7:00 pm and one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to The Wounded Warriors Project, P.O.

Box 75816, Topeka, Kansas 66675, Support Our Troops Organization, (www.supportourtorrps.org)., The Veterans’ Hospital of Marion, Indiana, (The Christmas Gift Shop (att. Agent Cashier) 1700 E. 38 St., Marion, Indiana 46953, or Adopt a U.S. Soldier, (www.adoptaussoldier.com), or The Smile Train.

The family wishes to sincerely and deeply thank the entire staff of Albany Healthcare and Rehabilitation for the excellent care and support provided to Janet during her stay.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

John F. Bailey, 91

2011-05-28T11:26:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

JOHN F. BAILEY, 91, life resident of Delaware County, passed away Thursday, May 26, 2011 at Albany Health Care.

He was born on April 26, 1920 in Delaware County to John and Foster (Sackett) Bailey. John married Dorothy Matchett on July 20, 1940 in Muncie. He served his country in the Army during WWII, in the Pacific Theatre.

John worked for Riggin’s Dairy for over 30 years and was a member of the Eaton American Legion Post #90.

He is survived by two sons: Larry Bailey (wife, Jo), of Eaton, and John Bailey, of Eaton, 7 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 6 step-great grandchildren and 2 step great-great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild due in July.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, parents, John and Foster Bailey, a son, Randy Bailey, two brothers, Jim Bailey and Thurman Bailey, and one sister, Ellen Rodgers.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 31, 2011 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Earlene Lamperd and Rev. Scott Lamperd presiding. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call on at the funeral home on Monday, May 30, from 1:00-4:00 and one hour prior to services Tuesday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

LAURA M. BRIGHTON

2011-05-17T11:24:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE, INDIANA

Laura M. Brighton, 90, died Saturday morning, May 14, 2011 at The Woodlands of Muncie.

She was born February 7, 1921 in Rising Sun, Indiana, the daughter of Lillard and Bertha (Green) Green and attended Butlerville High School.

A resident of Eaton from 1962 to 2003, she had also resided in Dunkirk and retired from Kerr Glass in 1982 after 33 years of employment.

Laura was a member of Gethsemane United Methodist Church, Muncie, and was active in Gethsemane’s 55 Alive and Senior Singles Groups.

She is survived by two children: Eugene (Jana) Brighton, Muncie and Kay Parker, Brownwood, Texas; grandchildren, Christopher (Katie) Brighton, Muncie, Bradley (Shelley) Brighton, Middletown, Melissa (Phillip) Stevens, Goldthwaite, Texas, Lorese (Eric) Sharp, Logansport, and Kimberly Carroll, Brownwood, Texas; 11 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren, and 2 sisters, Alma Burnett and Marian Negangard, both of Muncie.

Laura was preceded in death by her husband, M. Lawrence, who died April 10, 1993, 7 brothers and 4 sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 19 in the Gethsemane United Methodist Church, 1201 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie with Rev. Vickie Perkins officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Visitation will be from 5 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 18 at Gethsemane United Methodist Church and 10 –11 a.m. Thursday prior to the service.

Memorials may be made to Gethsemane United Methodist Church, 1201 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie, Indiana 47304.

Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, Eaton, is handling the arrangements.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Betty I. Clevenger, 82

2011-05-08T09:23:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Betty I. Clevenger, 82, life resident of Delaware County, passed away, Thursday, May 5, 2011 at I.U. Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Betty was born on August 9, 1928 to Fred and Ethel (Cox) Bailey. She graduated from Eaton High School in 1947 and married Harold F. Clevenger on July 17, 1948 in Eaton.

Betty was a homemaker and attended the Eaton First Church of God. She was a member of the Warner Gear Sympathy Club and a former member of the Missionary Club at her church.

She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Harold Clevenger, two daughters, Dianna Studebaker (husband, Doug), Albany, and Sandy Kirtley (husband, Terry) of Hartford City, three brothers: Chester Bailey (wife, Janice), Eaton, Richard Bailey, Eaton, and Fred Bailey (wife, Betty), Eaton, four grandchildren: Shellie Goldman (husband, Sam), Tasha Fultz (husband, Gary) Kevin Kirtley (wife, Rachel), and Kirk Studebaker, six great-grandchildren: Katie Studebaker, Tyler Kirtley, Randall Fultz, Rayel Kirtley, Chloe Goldman, and Sammy Goldman, two sisters-in-law, Doris Bailey and June Bailey, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by three brothers: Ray, Glen, and Charles Bailey, three sisters: Jennie Campbell, Phyllis McKinley, and Judith Bailey.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at the Eaton First Church of God, 700 E. Harris St. Eaton, with Pastor Andy Denniston officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, Monday, May 9, 2011, at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton and one hour prior to services Tuesday at the church.

Memorials may be made to the Eaton First Church of God or the Little Red Door, Cancer Services of Delaware County.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

GERALDINE M. LEAIRD JONES

2011-04-18T07:43:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE, INDIANA

Geraldine M. “Jerry” Leaird Jones, 93, passed away Saturday, April 16 at Morrison Woods Health Campus, Muncie.

Geraldine was born July 30, 1917 in New Castle to Valentine C. and Edith Mae (Sharpe) Helwig. She graduated from Eaton High School in 1934 and Ball State University. On December 24, 1937, she married William T. Leaird. His death occurred April 29, 1968. She later married Lloyd Jones and he precedes her in death.

A resident of the Eaton-Shideler area for most of her life, Geraldine owned the Family Store in Eaton for over 20 years.

She was a member of High Street United Methodist Church, Muncie, Eaton Wednesday Afternoon Club, Psi Iota Xi Sorority and Shideler Homemakers.

Survivors include two sons, Tom (Bobbi) Leaird, Muncie and Ken (Sandy) Leaird, Leslie, Arkansas; four grandchildren, Dan (Jeni Rust) Leaird, West Lafayette, Tamara (husband, Patrick) Connelly, Muncie, Bart (Ann) Leaird, Pittsboro, and Chantal Leis, Elkhart and ten great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2011 in Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Charlotte Overmyer officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday, April 22.

Memorials may be directed to the High Street United Methodist Church, Muncie or the Muncie Mission.

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

Annabell Gray, 86

2011-03-19T12:36:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Annabell Gray, 86, went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2011 at Ball Memorial Hospital.

The daughter of Frank and Lillie (Upton) Matchett was born on December 13, 1924 in Muncie. Annabell was a graduate of Eaton High School, class of 1943. She married Robert (Buster) Gray on June 23, 1945 and they celebrated 55 years together.

Annabell worked for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company during World War II and in the Del-Com Schools cafeteria retiring in 1986. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #90.

She is survived by her children: Cynthia Sites, Eaton, Connie Brown (husband, Jim), Knightstown, and Chris Gray (wife, Kindel), Muncie, four grandchildren: Shawn Brown (wife, Amy), Knightstown, Aaron Brown (wife, Erica), Ft. Wayne, Colby Gray (wife, Julie), Muncie, and Kortney Gray, Muncie, five great-grandchildren: Kelsi Brown, Tyler Brown, MaKenna Brown, Carson Brown and Avery Gray, and one sister, Ethel Hutchens, Eaton.

Also surviving are her extended family: a granddaughter, Amber Showgren (husband, Brett) and their children, Zachary, Nicholas, Owen and Samantha of Provo, Utah, a grandson, Garricc Strauch (wife, Kelly), and their children, Jeffrey and Shandi of Vicksburg, Michigan, a grandson, Brandon Sites (wife, Tara), and their children Chase Sites and Kyler Miranda of Muncie, a grandson, Bradley Sites (Trevor Nancollas) and their daughter, Leila of Salt Lake City, Utah, a great grandson Carson Sites of Muncie, and a great-granddaughter Chelsea Sites of Muncie.

Annabell was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Gray, her parents Frank and Lillie Matchett, brothers: Art, Don, Claude and Morris Matchett, sisters: Mary Lou, Dorothy, Marie, Susie, Sylvia, Helen and Thelma.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am. Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Roger Campbell presiding. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Monday, March 21 and one hour prior to services Tuesday.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Blood-N-Fire Ministries 300 N. Madison St. Muncie, IN 47305, Fletcher United Methodist Church 205 N. East St. Carthage, IN 46115 or the American Heart Association 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Bernice I. (Monroe) Wilber, 71

2011-03-03T06:06:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

Bernice I. (Monroe) Wilber, 71, of Eaton, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at her home.

Bernice was born on April 28, 1939 in Muncie to the late Dorothy and Bud Monroe. She married Donald David Wilber on January 28, 1959 in Muncie.

She was a homemaker and mother and had previously been employed at Overhead Door Company in Hartford City, IN and Twoson Tool in Matthews, IN. She was a member of the Full Gospel Light House in Dunkirk and enjoyed crafts, sewing and fishing.

Bernice is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Donald Wilber, their children, Donald Alan Wilber (wife, Judy) of Muncie, Edward (Ben) Wilber of Eaton, Clarence (Eugene) Wilber (wife, Sherry) of Muncie, Dorothy Stafford (husband, Danny) of Eaton, Rose Miller (husband, Scott) of Groton, CT, eighteen grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, two brothers, James Burnum and David Burnum, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Bernice was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary K. Blevins, a grandson, Bobby Jo Stafford, 2 sisters, Mildred Green and Phyllis Phillips and two brothers James Monroe, and Eddie Everoads.

A funeral service to celebrate Bernice’s life will be at 11:00 am Friday, March 4, 2011 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Rev. Bobby Thomas presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends and family may gather to share are remember, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Thursday, March 3 and also one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com

Emil F. (Maverick) Campbell, 78

2011-02-16T12:06:00.000-08:00

MT. PLEASANT, IN

Emil F. (Maverick) Campbell, 78, passed away, February 14, 2011 at his home.

He was born on July 4, 1932 to Herchel and Stella May (Irvine) Campbell in Cains Store, Kentucky. An Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, he married Carolyn Reynolds on October 1, 1955 in Eaton.

Emil retired from Delco Battery after 37 years of employment, was a member of the UAW, and also worked for Ebright’s Orchard many years ago. He was a resident of the Mt. Pleasant area for over 20 years, and enjoyed gardening and woodworking.

Emil is survived by his wife of 55 years, Carolyn Campbell, his children: Larry Wayne Campbell (wife, Emily), Muncie, Shonda Kay Cambell, Muncie, and Cheryl Renee Hayes (husband, Joseph L.) also of Muncie; grandchildren: Megan Smith, Michael, Jeffery, Ember, David, and Autumn Campbell, sisters: June Brewster, of Russell Springs, KY, and Lois Terry, Bronston, KY, sister-in-law, Joyce Campbell, Mt. Pleasant, daughter-in-law, Cathy Campbell, Muncie and 6 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Sherri Lynn Campbell in 1966 , a son, Gail Lee Campbell in 2009, and a brother Glen Campbell.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, February 19, 2011 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Kirby Garrett presiding. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard.

Visitation will be on Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. and one hour prior to services Saturday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com

CLAUDE GORDON PRYOR

2011-02-02T13:40:00.000-08:00

Hartford City, IN

Claude Gordon Pryor, 78, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2011.

He was born on April 4, 1932 in Scott County, Tennessee, to Jesse J. and Julia (Clark) Pryor. He married Doris Jean Allen on April 4, 1953 in Hartford City. An Eaton resident for over 45 years, Gordon, resided in Hartford City for the past 13 years.

Gordon retired from RockTenn of Eaton in 1985. He was a former Board Member of Union Cemetery, where he was a major contributor of his time and efforts towards the upkeep of the cemetery as well as assisting in burials. He was a member of the Avondale Sympathy Club.

Surviving in addition to his wife of 57 years, Doris Pryor, are his children: Claude Gene Pryor of Muncie, Sharon Glaser (husband, Bill), of Muncie, Virginia Rouse (husband, Randy), of Muncie, and Jackson Eric Pryor (wife, Lisa), of Eaton, eight grandchildren: Michael Pryor, Jesse Pryor, Matthew Pryor, Shane Slaven, Jenny Conner, Jacob Glaser, Kenneth Pryor and Kathleen Pryor and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Elbert and Paul Pryor, four sisters: Margaret Bowling, Evelyn Goad, Aleas Jones, and Jewel Thomas.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 5, 2011 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Rev. Harrison Williams presiding. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Friday and one hour prior to services Saturday at the funeral home.

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

Jack L. Young, 80

2010-12-26T11:00:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

Jack L. Young, 80, passed away Friday, December 24, 2010 at Morrison Woods Health Campus, Muncie.

Jack was born in Ft. Wayne, the son of Charles and Minnie (Doty) Young, on March 22, 1930. He graduated from Eaton High School in 1948 and married Alberta June Beouy on July 3, 1953.
He retired from AT & T in 1989 after 38 and a half years of service as a lineman & PBX(Private Branch Exchange) technician. Jack served as sexton of the Eaton Union Cemetery
Association from 1991 - 2009 and presently served on the board as Vice President.

An Army Veteran, Jack also served with the Eaton E.M.T.’s for thirty years and was presently serving on its Board of Directors. Jack was a fifty year member or Eaton Lodge #606 F. & A.M., where he was a Past Master. A long time member of the Order of Eastern Star #522, he served as Worthy Patron twice. Jack had attended the Eaton United Methodist Church.

He is survived by one daughter, Jeanette Cable, Indianapolis; son, Jason Young of Eaton; one brother, Jerry A. Young (wife, Mary Ann) of Ft. Wayne and a granddaughter Rebecca Cable.

In addition to his parents, his wife June precedes him in death, February 7, 1990.

Funeral services will held at 2:30 pm Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., with Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, December 28 with Masonic Rites at 8:00 pm. and one hour prior to services Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com

WILMA E. HARTZELL

2010-12-05T18:07:00.000-08:00

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Wilma E. (Love) Hartzell, 93, died Saturday, December 4, 2010 at her home.

Born on June 19, 1917, just west of Eaton, Indiana, to William P. and Elma (Taylor) Love, she graduated from Eaton High School in 1934. She received a B.A. from Ball State and an M.A. from Indiana University. She used her degrees to teach primarily high school social studies in Eaton, Dunkirk, New Castle, Montpelier, and Hartford City. In May, 1982, she retired from Blackford County High School after a 40 year teaching career.

Wilma married Fred Hartzell in Muncie on January 1, 1947. Her memberships included Wednesday Afternoon Club and Psi Iota Xi Sorority. She volunteered at Minnestrista Center, was a docent at Morrison House and enjoyed gardening and reading.

Survivors include three daughters, Janet Hartzell, Ft. Wayne, Jeanine (Donald) Rhodes, Goshen, and Peg (Randy) Baumgartner, Wolcottville; three grandchildren, Jameson Rhodes, Kayla Baumgartner and Steven Baumgartner; and one sister, Norma Milhollin, Angola.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband in 1975, two brothers, Lawrence and James Love and a sister, Louise Davis.

Visitation will be held at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, December 8.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 9 at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with calling one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Hospice Home & Visiting Nurse of Fort Wayne or the Indiana Historical Society.

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

Jayne A. Page, 92

2010-11-18T06:49:00.000-08:00

Jayne (Atkinson) Page, 92, of Indianapolis died November 11, 2010. Jayne was born and grew up in Eaton, IN, graduating from Eaton High School. Later she studied bookkeeping and chose that career after her children were grown.

Fascinated by nature, Jayne delighted in gardening and bird watching. Her favorite was the bluebird, and that became her symbol. It suited her positive outlook on life. She also drew enrichment and pleasure from her associations with Greenwood Christian Women’s Prayer Group, Psi Iota Xi, and Pi Phi Mothers’ Club.

Jayne was preceded in death by her husband, Burton L. Page, and her three siblings: Madelyn Johnson, Manford Atkinson, and Docia Atkinson. She is survived by her three children: Bonnie Page MacFadyen of Maryland, Dr. Gary Page of Bloomington, and Dixie Page Herrington of Pennsylvania, along with seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, November 20, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford Street, Eaton. Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until services on Saturday. Burial will take place at Union Cemetery in Eaton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Greenwood Christian Church, 2045 Averitt Rd., Greenwood, IN 46143.

Freda Kay Harker, 58

2010-11-01T12:42:00.000-07:00

Muncie, IN

Freda Kay Harker, 58, life resident of the Muncie area, passed away, Sunday, October 31, 2010 at her home.

The daughter of Isaac and Lillian (Williamson) Reading, she was born May 17, 1952 in Muncie. She was a graduate of Yorktown High School and married Melvin B. Harker on August 16, 1975 in Muncie.

A homemaker, and also Daisy’s Nan, Freda was a member of River of Life Church. She was very involved in the prison ministry for many years. Freda was known as “Nan” by over twenty-five children that she cared for over the years.

Surviving are her husband, Melvin B. Harker, Muncie, son, James Harker (wife, Krystena), Eaton, daughter, Rachel Atz (husband, Jacob), Bloomington, three sisters: Lily Rose York, Cammack, Crystal Lipscomb (husband, Bob), Cammack, and Hilda Wagoner (husband, Theo), Muncie, mother-in-law, Rose Tafflinger (husband, Larry), Muncie, father-in-law, Melvin Harker, Sr. (wife, Connie), Florida, two grandchildren, Mackenzie and Daisy, as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers: Floyd, John, and Fred Reading and two sisters, Vera Beal and Mary Lou Thornburgh.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00 pm, Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at Union Cemetery, Eaton, with Pastor John Martin presiding.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to River of Life Church; Freda Harker Ministry Fund, 5350 West Bethel Ave., Muncie, IN 47304.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton.

Matrie L. Wilson, 80

2010-10-26T12:28:00.000-07:00

Eaton, IN

Matrie L. Wilson, 80, passed away Monday morning, October 25, 2010 at Ball Memorial Hospital.

The daughter of William and Selesta (Hardwick) Thompson, she was born March 27, 1930 in Somerset, Kentucky. She married Vincent J.R. Wilson on January 2, 1948 in Cains Store, Kentucky.

Matrie was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Eaton.

She is survived by her children, Larry Wilson (wife, Carla), of Portland, and Linda Wyatt, of Liberty, Kentucky, a sister, Alma McFall, of Muncie, and a brother Lloyd Thompson, also of Muncie, as well as, seven grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Vincent, five brothers: Hubert, Chester, Robert Dale, Hollis, and Charlie Thompson, three sisters: Iva Pitman, Minnie Waddle, and Ella Mae Buis, and one grandchild.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, October 29, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Bruce Reynolds presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 pm., Thursday, October 28 and one hour prior to services Friday.

Memorials may be made to Riley Children’s Hospital or the BMH Foundation.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Doris M. Frederick, 95

2010-10-19T08:38:00.000-07:00

Muncie, IN

Doris M. Frederick, 95, passed away Thursday, October 14, 2010 at Albany Health Care and Rehabilitation Center.

The daughter of Milo and Velara (Hartzell) Stafford, she was born on December 3, 1914 in Delaware County. Doris was a graduate of Eaton High School, class of 1934. She married Roy “Fritz” Frederick in 1944.

Doris worked for Ball Brothers for 21 years and also worked 8 years at the Muncie south side Kmart.

She is survived by her sisters Geraldine Hardland, and Betty Fager, sisters-in-law, Marilyn Stafford and Betty Stafford as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents Milo and Velara Stafford, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roy “Fritz”, and three brothers, John Stafford, Hubert Stafford, and Max Stafford.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 16, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton. Burial will be at Black Cemetery, Albany.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 1:00 pm until services Saturday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Robert A. "Bob" Penrod, 72

2010-09-14T07:55:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Robert A. “Bob” Penrod, 72, passed away Sunday, September 12, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The son of Steven and Marjorie (Carmichael) Penrod, he was born May 7, 1938 in Eaton. He attended Eaton schools and married Sandra Clevenger on September 25, 1959 in Eaton.

A Navy veteran, Bob worked for Chevrolet of Muncie for 30 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of the UAW #499. An avid fisherman, Bob also loved the Chicago Cubs, the Colts and the Pacers.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sandra Penrod, son Greg Penrod (wife, Deborah), daughter, Janet White (husband, Brian), and son Tony Penrod (wife, Michelle); his mother: Marjorie Penrod, as well as 8 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Steven Penrod and his brother, Edward Penrod.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, September 15, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Randy Davis presiding. Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard, will follow at Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call from 11:00 am until services Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made in his name to charity of the donor’s choice.

The family would like to extend their heart-felt thanks to the entire staff at Ball Memorial Hospital for their dedicated care and comfort of Bob and his family.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Dolores E. Walton, 83

2010-09-04T11:46:00.000-07:00

Hartford City, IN

Dolores E. Walton, 83, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at her home.

The daughter of Albert J. and Sylvia (Davis) Walton, she was born on November 8, 1926 in La Porte. Dolores was raised in La Porte, graduated from La Porte High School, and studied Library Science in college.

Dolores worked in the office at Allis-Chalmers and later retired from La Porte Library, where she drove the book mobile. She resided the past six years in Hartford City.

Dolores was a loving child of God and spent much of her life serving God through working in the church and by caring for others. When there was a church dinner to be prepared, a child to be nurtured, her mother to be nursed, or friends to be encouraged and supported she was there to help. Her family and friends will miss her but know that God and God’s angels and saints rejoice at her homecoming.

Survivors include her brother, Albert Walton (wife, Gail), of Arlington Heights, IL, two nieces, Becky and Stephanie; one nephew, Ben; heart-sister, Penny Brown; 1 great-niece and 1 great nephew.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Robert Earl Walton.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, September 6, 2010 at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 301 E. Harris St., Eaton, with the Rev. Teal Younce presiding. A meal will be served at the church following services.

Friends may call on Monday from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, at the church.

Burial will be held on Tuesday, September 7 at 2:00 pm at Pine Lake Cemetery, La Porte.

Arrangements by Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, Eaton.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Ruth P. Love, 96

2010-08-31T12:54:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE, IN

Ruth P. Love, 96, died Thursday, August 26, 2010 in Muncie, Indiana, from injuries sustained in a car accident.

Mrs. Love was born on March 10, 1914 to Stanley and Laura Beck Martin. She attended Shortridge High School in Indianapolis, IN and received a B.S. in Home Economics from Purdue in 1934 and was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. In 1938, they purchased “River Ridge”, a farm in Eaton, Indiana, that they owned and operated for many years.

She loved reading, dancing with her husband, her home in Scottsdale, AZ and her cats Patches and Katy. Mrs. Love was also an avid doll collector.

Survivors include: daughter Nancy Dailey and husband, Richard of Eaton, Indiana; daughter Sally Smith of San Angelo, Texas; grandson Larry Dailey of Eaton; granddaughter Rachel Backlund and husband Ben of Las Cruces, N.M.; granddaughter Amanda Ewell and husband Josh of San Angelo, Texas; granddaughter Liz Flores and husband Ray of Colorado Springs, CO; grandson Nicholas Cline of San Angelo, Texas, and great grandchildren Celes and Luke Backlund Treasured friends of Mrs. Love include: James and Barbara Lee of Scottsdale, AZ; Rosemary and Mildred Smoot of Eaton, IN, as well as other friends that still reside at Westminster Village in Muncie.

Mrs. Love was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Laura Martin; her husband, Lawrence; her granddaughter, Molly A. Dailey, her brother, Don S. Martin, and her son-in-law, Craig J. Smith.

The family also would like to thank caregivers Ms. Judy Smith and Ms. Bertha Kinsey for their dedicated care of Mrs. Love for many years as well as the Renal Associates, Inc..

She was active in her support of Purdue University and helped to create memorial scholarships in the agriculture and engineering departments in honor of her brother and husband. She was also a member of Purdue’s President’s Council.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Saturday, September 4, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Rusty Clements presiding. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 5:00 to 7:00 pm., Friday, September 3.

Contributions can be made to: Purdue Agricultural Advancement Re: Lawrence and Ruth Love Endowed Scholarship in Agriculture, 715 W. State St., Pfendler Hall, Room #108, West Lafayette, IN 47907.

Novella Katherine Cook, 83

2010-08-24T17:37:00.000-07:00

Eaton, IN

Novella Katherine Cook, 83, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 23, 2010 surrounded by her loving family.

Born Novella Robbins in 1927, she spent her early years in Jamestown, TN. In 1947 she married Jack Cook, who survives, and moved to Eaton, IN where she worked at several businesses in town, but spent most of her time caring for her home and family, volunteering at her church and tending her huge flower and vegetable garden.

Three children were born to Jack and Novella; Jackie Dale (wife Sharon) who survives. Richard and Kathy Sue who were called to Jesus as infants. Novella had a love of life and laughter with friends and family. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren: Christopher(wife Angie), Suzanne (husband Gary) and Craig (wife Wendi), and also her great grandchildren; Elizabeth Cook, Dylan Cook, Alexis Cook, Jared Coats and Emily Coats, who survive. Siblings surviving are her brothers; Eugene Robbins (wife Zelma) of Richmond, KY, John Riley Robbins (wife Brenda) of Jamestown, TN, one sister, Ida Matheny of Dayton, OH, special sisters-in law; Mary York of Muncie, who spent many days at her bedside, Marie Upchurch, Ruby Cook both of Pall Mall, TN, Barbara Robbins of Jamestown, TN,
and Debbie Cook, of Muncie and a host of nieces and nephews.

In addition to Novella's two infants, she is preceded in death by her father and mother, Asby and Artha Robbins, two brothers, Tyler Robbins, who died in battle during WW ll and George Robbins; 3 brothers-in-law, Victor Cook, James Cook, and Herb Matheny.

Friends and family may visit on Wednesday, August 25th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Pitman Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, IN.

Funeral services for Novella will be held on Friday, August 27th at 12:00 Noon, central time at the Wolf River Methodist Church in Pall Mall, TN, with burial in the Wolf River Cemetery. Friends and family may visit at the church two hours before services.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Jennings Funeral Home, 414 N. Main St., Jamestown, TN, is in charge of services in Tennessee.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Frances Virginia (Foorman) Dorton, 91

2010-08-02T05:24:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

Frances Virginia (Foorman) Dorton, 91, passed away, July 28, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The daughter of Frank and Cuba (Vineyard) Foorman, she was born May 6, 1919 in the Foorman home which has been in the family since 1898. An Eaton resident most of her life, Frances graduated from Eaton High School, received a state scholarship to Purdue University and also attended Western College for Women in Oxford, Ohio.

Frances married Robert Dorton on April 4, 1941. He preceded her in death on September 16, 1986. Mrs. Dorton was involved in many community affairs, serving as a board member of the Little Red Door Cancer Services of Delaware County for 39 years. She also served on the boards of the American Red Cross and March of Dimes. Frances was the author of the history of Eaton for the Centennial Book in 1954. She was instrumental in starting the Eaton Community Service Club, where she served as Secretary and helped start the Danny Howard Community Park. Frances started a Camp Fire Girls group, later becoming the Girl Scouts.

She was a life member of the Eaton United Methodist Church, Delta Theta Tau Sorority since 1937; serving in most of the offices. Frances also enjoyed her bridge clubs and her neighborhood social groups.

She is survived by two daughters: Patricia Alice Wilhoite (husband, James) of Muncie, and Cynthia Louise (Sis) Burkett (husband, James), of Pinellas Park, Florida, grandchildren, Roy W. and Robert Scott Douglass, Anne Marie La Rue (husband, John), and Tanya Wilhoite, great-grandchildren, Lynsey and Steven Douglass, Madeline Douglass and Hannah and Virginia Wilhoite.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents, step-father, Charles Hahn, her husband of 45 years, Robert, a daughter, Margaret Ann (Peggy) Douglass, a brother, William A. Foorman, a sister, Sara C. Kirkman, and a grandson James Wilhoite.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm. Monday, August 2, 2010 in the Eaton United Methodist Church, 219 E. South St. Eaton, with Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call Monday, at the church from 12 Noon until 2:00 pm.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Eaton United Methodist Church, Little Red Door Cancer Services of Delaware County, and Ball Memorial Hospice.

Arrangements by Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, Eaton. Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com..

Ruth E. Turner, 90

2010-07-06T08:17:00.000-07:00

Muncie, IN

Ruth E. Turner, 90, died Wednesday morning, June 30, 2010 at her home.

A native of Illinois, she was born December 18. 1919, one of nine children to Dennie and Iva Wright. She graduated from Royerton High School in 1937. Ruth married Wilbur L. Turner on October 21, 1939. He preceded her in death on April 5, 2006.

Ruth was a homemaker and member of Center Chapel United Methodist Church. She and her husband enjoyed spending over 30 years in the Ft. Myers, Florida area during the winter season. She also spent over 500 hours volunteering in the floral department at Ball Memorial Hospital.

Ruth was a wonderful mentor to her family and friends through out her life.

She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Harper of Muncie, and Janet Pflaum of Big Bear Lake, CA, three grandchildren, Chad Pittenger, Minneapolis, MN, Laura Harper, Muncie, and Jennifer Harper, Dallas, TX, five great-grandchildren, Taylor, Bethany, Dylan Ruble, Alexandria and Jack Cahill, one brother. Robert Wright, four sisters: Mrs Dale (Mary) Fight, Muncie, Mrs Robert (Helen) Boggs, Selma, Mrs Rebecca Gibson, Muncie, and Mrs Virginia Richards, Matthews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by a brother Paul Wright, and two sisters, Betty Morrical, Sally Summer, and a son-in-law John Harper.

Friends and family are to gather at Garden View Funeral Home 10501 N. St. Rd 3, Muncie on Saturday, July 10, 2010 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm . A celebration of life service will begin at 5:00 pm, with burial following at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

The Pitman-Richman Funeral Home of Eaton is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.watersfuneralhome.com.

Robert F. Keller, 85

2010-07-03T12:07:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE, IN

Robert F. Keller, 85, passed away, Friday, July 2, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The son of Floyd and Lela (Russell) Keller, he was born, March 25, 1925 in Blackford County. Robert served his country in the US Navy during WWII and married Norma Fisher on May 16, 1948 in Newport, RI.

Robert worked for Ontario Corporation as a Project Engineer retiring in 1980. He was a member of the De Soto United Methodist Church and the American Legion of Muncie. In addition to his love of fishing, he was an avid gardener, taking great pride in his “tomato trees”.

He is survived by a daughter, Karen Gibson (husband, Danial), Muncie, two grandchildren, Adam Gibson, (wife, Dinah), Yorktown, and Alaina Gibson, Los Angles, CA, two great-grandchildren, Danial and Juliet Gibson, four brothers, Gene Keller (wife, Margaret), Philadelphia, PA, Phil Keller, Linden, TN, Fred Keller, (wife, Beth) Ft. Worth, TX, and Joe Keller of Arizona, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Norma (Fisher) Keller, a son Gary Keller, three brothers and one sister.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am., Wednesday, July 7, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Daryl Hamlyn presiding. Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Tuesday, July 6, and one hour prior to services Wednesday..

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made in the form of Gideon Expression Cards at www.gideons.org.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Lee L. Mansfield, 86

2010-06-21T13:20:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE, IN

Lee L. Mansfield, 86, passed away, June 20, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The son of Robert and Hazel (Sellers) Mansfield, he was born June 22, 1923 in Miller, South Dakota. Lee served his country in the Navy during WWII and married Margaret Daily on January 11, 1944. Together they raised four children.

Lee worked for Warner Gear, retiring in 1980. He was a member of the American Legion, Yorktown, Eaton Lodge #606 F&AM, the Eagles, Muncie, VFW of Muncie and the Moose Lodge.

He is survived by his children Robert Mansfield (wife, Sandy), Dianna Hendricks (husband, Barry) and Connie Duckworth (husband, Brad), their mother, Margaret Corner, 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, several nieces and nephews, 1 step-daughter, 2 step-grandchildren, and 6 step-great-grandchildren,

Lee was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Hazel, a son, Charles Mansfield, three brothers, Cassius, Keith, and Robert Mansfield, his second wife, Mary Mansfield and third wife, Thelma (Hoover) Mansfield, as well as a great-granddaughter Kristen Smith.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am., Thursday, June 24, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Thom Rittichier presiding.
Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Wednesday, June 23 and one hour prior to services Thursday.

Memorials may be made in his name to the National Parkinson Foundation, Inc, 1501 N.W. 9th Ave./ Bob Hope Road, Miami, FL 33136.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Norma Fisher Keller, 83

2010-05-24T06:43:00.001-07:00

MUNCIE, IN

NORMA FISHER KELLER, 83, passed away, Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at Ball Memorial Hospital.

The daughter of Wilbur and Lila (Snyder) Fisher, she was born August 22, 1926 in Granville, Indiana. She graduated from Eaton High School and married Robert Keller on May 16, 1948 in Newport, RI.

Norma was a homemaker, attended DeSoto United Methodist Church and was a member of the Home Ec Club.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert Keller, of Muncie, a daughter, Karen Gibson (husband, Danial), Muncie, two sisters, Roberta Douglas, Muncie, Carol Ann West, Dunkirk, a brother, Robert Fisher (wife, Sara), Grandville, two grandchildren, Adam Gibson (Dinah), Yorktown, Alaina Gibson, Los Angles, CA, two great-grandchildren, Danial Antonio, and Juliet Gibson, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Wilbur and Lila Fisher, Norma was preceded in death by a son Gary Keller and two sisters, Dorothy Fisher and Marthadel Terrell.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, May 25, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Daryl Hamlyn presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Monday, May 24 and one hour prior to services Tuesday.

Memorials may be made in her name to DeSoto United Methodist Church or the Little Red Door, Cancer Services of Delaware County.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Mary K. Blevins, 50

2010-05-24T06:41:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE, IN

MARY K. BLEVINS, 50, passed unexpectedly, Tuesday, May 18, 2010 in Muncie.

She was born in Muncie, February 27, 1960, the daughter of Donald D. and Bernice I. (Monroe) Wilber.

She spent most of her life in the Eaton/Muncie area, being self-employed in the craft business owning Wiggle Waggle Unltd.

Survivors include two sons, Earnest Blevins (wife, Ferris), Muncie, Jeff French (fiancé, Chalista Epperhart), Eaton, daughter, Breanna Giles, Muncie, parents, Don and Bernice Wilber, Eaton, three brothers: Eugene Wilber (wife, Sherry), Muncie, Bub Wilber (wife, Judy), Muncie, and Benny Wilber of Eaton, two sisters, Doty Stafford (husband, Danny) of Eaton and Rose Marie “Sis” Miller (husband, Scott) of Connecticut, special nephew Brandon Wilber (wife, Dawn), Muncie, two granchildren, Zeke and Amanda Blevins, two step-grandchildren, Tristen and Kayleigh Epperhart, her spotted dog Moo Moo and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 22, 2010 in McCormickview Chapel 2010 E. Purdue Rd. Muncie with Pastor Bobby York presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 am until services, Saturday at the church.

Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, Eaton, is handling arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Debbie K. Massey, 52

2010-05-19T11:17:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE, IN

DEBBIE K. MASSEY, 52, passed away Monday, May 17, 2010.

Debbie was born September 6, 1957 in Muncie and attended Delta High School. She married Rick Massey on March 22, 2002 in Muncie. Deb worked for Hillcroft as a caretaker as well as helping her husband Rick with New Brothers Cleaning.

Mamaw Debbie enjoyed gardening, crafting, scrap booking, traveling and most importantly spending time with her family and friends, while watching her grandchildren grow, which she loved and adored so much.

Deb is survived by her loving husband Rick, two children, Dr. Chris Phillips (wife, Kyleigh), and Jason Phillips (wife, Mandy), her father, Bo and step-mother Donna Dunlap, two grandchildren, Addison and Palmer Phillips, uncle Lloyd Thompson, brothers: Gary Chapman, Gale Pitman, Roger Pitman (wife, Cathy), Rick Pitman (wife, Laura), sisters: Darlene Miller (husband, Ricky), Dawn Cox, Marsha Cantley (husband, Phil), Mary Smithers (husband, Chuck), and Lynn Cruea, mother-in-law Shirley Massey, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. Deb cherished her time spent with her best friends Tony and Lisa Parris as well as her special friends the Locke Family.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Robert and Iva Pitman, mother Doris Dunlap, husband Michael Phillips, brothers, Glen and Vernon Pitman, sisters, Christine Pitman, Lucille Williams, Kimberly Polios, Beverly Koons, and Sandra Rees.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 21, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Steve DeLisle presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 11:00 am until services Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made in her name to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Carl W. Eacret, 68

2010-05-10T08:15:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

CARL W. EACRET, 68, passed away Sunday, May 9, 2010 at his home.

The son of Clarence and Francis (Coffey) Eacret, he was born July 20, 1941 in Anderson, Indiana. Carl was raised in Pendleton and served his country in the Navy. He married Shirley T. Dyer on August 4, 1962 in Muncie.

Carl was a 30 year employee of Warner Gear retiring in 2005. He loved to fish and watch his grandchildrens sporting events.

He is survived by his children:, Charlene Tisdale (husband, Richard), Michael Morris (wife, Reba), Erik Eacret (wife, Tracy) and Derick “Buddy” Eacret, brothers: Allen Eacret (wife, Pam), Roy Mercer (wife, Joan), and Calvin Mercer (wife, Charlotte), sisters: Louise Whittaker, Ramona Decker (husband, Earl), Belinda Lane (husband, Leroy), Norma Jean Hendricks (husband, Tom) and Ruby Stiver, sister-in-law Debra Eacret, grandchildren: Michael, Shelby and Jessica Morris, great-grandchildren, Drew & Trey Mitchell, Haylee, Trinity, & Warren Eacret as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Carl was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Eacret, parents, step-mother Lula Mae Eacret, and two brothers Roger Eacret and Michael McKinney, 3 brothers-in-law: Ronald Stiver, Carl Whittaker and Dick Smith, two sisters-in-law, Bobbie Mercer and Judy Eacret.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm, Thursday, May 13, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Robert Bowdell presiding. Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call from at the funeral home from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 pm Wednesday, May 12 and one hour prior to services Thursday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Iva J. Manes, 93

2010-03-08T09:21:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

IVA J. MANES, 93, passed away Sunday, March 7, 2010 at the Golden Living Center, Muncie.

She was born in Phelps County, Missouri, on June 11, 1916 to James and Pearl (Mobley) Walker, had resided in Eaton since 1951, moving from Modoc. She married Glen F. Manes on December 2, 1933. He preceded her in death on February 15, 1959.

A homemaker, she was a member of the Eaton United Methodist Church, and had worked at Dryden Rubber Company, Montpelier in the early 1950s. She also belonged to Rural Friendship Club of Blackford County.

Surviving are her children, Marvin Manes (wife, Donna), Eaton, and Wanda Ogle (husband, Freeman), Muncie, one brother, James Walker (wife, Rosie), Owensville, MO, two sisters, Ada Mae Lewis (husband, Herb) Rolla, MO, and Nadine Jarvis (husband, Carl), Owensville, MO, three grandchildren, Rick Manes (wife, Jodi), Dennis Ogle (wife, Dara), Karla Gibson (husband, Martin), 5 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband Glen, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Patsy Jean Manes on October 9, 1952, and five sisters, Ruth Delong, Ruby Hayes, Orpha Maphis, Opal Medlock, and Elma Cox.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 10, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Rick Manes, Dennis Ogle, Martin Gibson, Ryan Fathaure, and Zachary Ogle.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Diana E. Sutliff, 63

2010-03-06T11:37:00.000-08:00

MUNCIE, IN

DIANA E. SUTLIFF, 63, passed away, Friday, March 5, 2010 at Liberty Village, Muncie.

The daughter of Lester and Dorothy (Wright) Goodman, she was born January 9, 1947 in Muncie. A 1965 graduate of Muncie Southside High School, she married Rusty Sutliff on June 25, 1967.

Diana worked as a spot welder for Midwest Metals. She enjoyed fishing and spending time at the river boats..

Surviving are her children, JR Sutliff, Jr. (wife, Ellen), Muncie, and Jeff Sutliff (wife, Angie), Indianapolis, mother, Dorothy Schroeder, three grandchildren: Ashley, Sethe, and Austin, one brother, Onzie Goodman, three sisters: Rita, Norma, and Sue, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her father, Lester Goodman, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rusty Sutliff, and a brother Roger Lane Goodman.

Funeral services will be conducted at 5:00 p.m. Monday, March 8, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Dennis Tremble presiding. Burial will be made at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Wayne B. Drake, 82

2010-02-23T12:11:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

WAYNE B. DRAKE, 82, passed away February 22, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The son of Bill Drake and O’dell Rogan, he was born in McMinnville, TN. He married Ova Lee Hutchens on September 29, 1945.

Wayne retired from Chevrolet in Muncie and worked in his family’s business, C & C Distributor, in Eaton. He enjoyed gardening and tinkering with many different hobbies.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Ova Lee, a son Keith Drake (wife, Donna F.), grandson, A. Wayne Drake (wife, Donita), four sisters: Sue, Jean, Wanda, and Billie.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents Bill and O’dell, as well as two brothers, John Drake and Wash Drake.

No services will be held. Memorials may be made to the Little Red Door, Cancer Services of Delaware County, 401 W. Jackson St., Muncie, IN 47305.

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

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Max W. Jones, 88

2010-02-18T14:50:00.000-08:00

MUNCIE, IN

Max W. Jones, 88, passed away, Tuesday, February 16, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The son of Clarence and Nora (Dawson) Jones, he was born May 11, 1921 in Grant County, Indiana.. Max graduated from Eaton High School, class of 1940, and served his country in the US Navy during WWII. He married Maxine Hiatt on June 11, 1945 in Star City, Indiana.
Max retired from Warner Gear in 1985 after 29 years of employment.

Before moving to Muncie, Max lived in Eaton. He served on the Eaton Volunteer Fire Dept. for 20 years, was past-master of the Eaton Lodge #606 F&AM, and was also a member of the O’Leara-Quirk Post #90 American Legion for over 50 years.

Surviving is his wife of 64 years, Maxine Jones, son, Phillip Jones (wife, Karen), Franklin, TN, two daughters, Janice Walker (husband, Bill), Muncie, and Judith McWilliams, Muncie, brother, David Jones (wife, Maxine), Muncie, a sister Mildred Smoot, Muncie, 8 grandchildren: Douglas Jones (wife, Anna), Brentwood, TN, Danny Adams (wife, Jennifer), Midthothian, TX, Thomas Adams (wife, Jennifer), Waxahachie, TX, Susie Navarro (husband, Ernie), Bothell, WA, Amy Jones, Franklin, TN, Marcy Nora, Bothell, WA, Jaime Taylor (husband, Mark), White Bluff, TN, and Janet Parten (husband, David), Waxahachie, TX, a step-granddaughter, Amy Walker-Rodrigues (husband, Jay), Blythe, CA, 19 great-grandchildren, 1 step-great granddaughter, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Clarence and Nora Jones, Max was preceded in death by a brother Rev. John Paul Jones, in 1994, and a sister Martha Day, in 2002.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 20, 2010 in the Pitman Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with his nephew Rev. Keith Jones presiding. Burial will be made at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, February 19, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. and after 12 noon on Saturday.

Max’s family asks that expressions of sympathy be in the form of donations to the Animal Rescue Fund, ARF, 1209 West Riggin Rd., Muncie, IN 47303 or the Eaton Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 276, Eaton, IN 47338.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Pamela K. (Withers) Graley, 57

2010-02-01T13:31:00.000-08:00

PAMELA K. (WITHERS) GRALEY, 57, passed away, Sunday, January 31, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The daughter of Lurad and Helen (Cooper) Withers, she was born July 3, 1952 in Blackford County. A 1970 graduate of Delta High School, she married Larry Graley on September 27, 1980 in Eaton.

Pamela worked for Blackford County Hospital for over 20 years and retired from Lifetouch in Muncie in 1994. She was also a member of her family’s singing group, the “United Family Gospel Singers”.

She is survived by her son, Josh Graley (wife, Amanda), daughter, Amanda Graley, granddaughter, Kyleen Graley, brothers, Ron Withers (wife, DeeDee), Don Withers (wife, Jean), Ken Withers (wife, Mary), sisters, Shannon Brisco (husband, Kennard), and Loretta Mullens (husband, Ron), step-brothers, Myron Dudelston (wife, Ina), Gary Dudelston, Jack Dudelston and Steve Dudelston (wife, Kim), lifelong friend, Sandy Strunk, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Lurad and Helen, she was preceded in death by her husband, Larry, a sister Judy and a brother-in-law, David Graley.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 3, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Rev. Bobby Thomas presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and one hour prior to services Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Gary R. Keller, 56

2010-02-01T13:27:00.000-08:00

ANDERSON, IN

GARY R. KELLER, 56, passed away January 31, 2010 in Anderson.

The son of Robert and Norma (Fisher) Keller, he was born November 17, 1953 in Muncie. He had resided most of his life in Muncie prior to moving to Anderson, 4 years ago.

Gary was a avid Colts fan and loved to fish.

He is survived by his parents Robert and Norma Keller, Muncie, one sister, Karen Gibson (husband, Danial), Muncie, a nephew, Adam Gibson (wife, Dinah), Marion, and a niece, Alaina Gibson of Indiana, Pennsylvania.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 4, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Daryl Hamlyn presiding. Burial will be at Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, February 3, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and one hour prior to services Thursday.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the DeSoto United Methodist Church or the American Heart Association.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

James K. Moles, 61

2010-01-23T10:29:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

JAMES K. MOLES, 61, passed away Friday, January 22, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The son of James Claude and Winnie (Lee) Moles, he was born June 13, 1948 in Byrdstown, Tennessee. James was a 1965 graduate of DeSoto High School and served his country in the Army during Viet Nam.

James worked in construction as a carpenter and lived most of his life in the Eaton area.

He is survived by his brothers and sisters: Kathryn Cook (husband, Jim), Muncie, Estel Moles (wife, Peggy), Winchester, Kathey Dotson, Muncie, Judy Grove (husband, Mark), Muncie, Debbie Dorman (husband, Dick), Eaton, Gary Moles (wife, Becky), Eaton, Bobby Moles (wife, Cheri), Muncie, and Vickie Moles, Eaton, as well as several nieces and nephews.

James was preceded in death by his parents, James Claude and Winnie Moles.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 26, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Dennis Trimble presiding. Burial with Military Honors by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to Pitman-Richman Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Robert E. Lawson, 78

2010-01-20T09:17:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

Robert E. Lawson, 78, passed away Monday, January 18, 2010 in Orlando, FL.

The son of Archie and Jamie Lawson, he was born January 31, 1931 in Clinton, TN. A 20 year Navy Veteran, he also retired from Container in Anderson as well as Borg Warner in Muncie. He married Virginia Merideth on October 22, 1983 in Eaton.

Robert loved all things about music and was a member of “The Grasspickers” bluegrass band. He a member of the First Baptist Church in Eaton and also the American Legion O’Leara Quirk Post #90.

Survivors include his wife Virginia, children: Debbie Kirkes (husband, Michael), Linda Thompson, Tammy Baker (husband, Mike), Robert Lawson (wife, Hope), Bill Horton (wife, Debbie), Brenda Brumley (husband, Dave), Ann Strunk (husband, Scott), Tanya Reed (husband, Todd), Mark Wilkerson, (wife, Teresa) and John Wilkerson (wife, Bev), 30 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Carter Lawson, a sister Sandra Hurst, and a grandson, Chad Wallace.

Funeral services will be conducted at 3:00 pm, Friday, January 22, 2010 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Phil Fullhart and Pastor Dan Lewis presiding. Burial with Military Honors by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Thursday, January 21 and one hour prior to services Friday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Mary L. (Spangler) Taylor, 87

2009-12-26T09:41:00.000-08:00

HARTFORD CITY, IN

MARY L. (SPANGLER) TAYLOR, 87, passed away Thursday morning December 24, 2009, at her home.

The daughter of Edward and Mary Etta (Talbert) Spangler, she was born November 20, 1922, in Daleville, Indiana. Mary was a graduate of Daleville High School, class of 1940, and obtained her undergraduate and graduate degrees in Speech and Hearing Therapy from Ball State University. She married Donald C. Taylor on February 1, 1947.

A teacher for 25 years, Mary taught in Anderson for one year before starting the Speech and Hearing Program for Blackford Community Schools. She was a charter member of the Daleville Eastern Star, attended the Eaton United Methodist Church, and was a member of the Indiana Retired Teachers Association. Mary enjoyed ballroom dancing, reading, quilting, traveling, and following her grandchildren’s activities.

In addition to her husband of 63 years, Donald C. Taylor, she is survived by two daughters, Linda (Tom) Smelser, Indianapolis, and Cinda Taylor, Goshen, three sisters: Marcella Marlett Hollis, Muncie, Charlotte Costerison, Anderson, and Naomi Reese, Ft. Wayne, two grandsons, Brandon Smelser, Indianapolis, and Michael (Shelly) Smelser, Walnut Creek, CA, one granddaughter, Michelle Smelser (partner, Russel Cloncs), Sebastapol, CA, a great-grandson, Austin Smelser, Indianapolis, two sisters-in-law, Hannah Taylor, Warren, and Harriett Spangler (Wilson) Roberts, Anderson, and a son-in-law, Jim (Marty) Perkins, Muncie, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Susan Perkins, one sister, Crevia Reed, eight brothers: George, John, Clarence, Elmer, Walter, Clifford, Clark, and Arthur Spangler.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2009, in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Burial will follow in Elm Ridge Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday, December 28, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. and one hour prior to services Tuesday. Eastern Star services will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Hazel L. Chappell, 78

2009-12-13T12:32:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

HAZEL L. CHAPPELL, 78, passed away, Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at Ball Memorial Hospital.

The daughter of Elijah and Laura (Howard) Brock, she was born May 10, 1931 in Bell County, Kentucky. Hazel married Lonnie Chappell on January 6, 1948 in Leslie County, Kentucky.

A mother and homemaker, Hazel lived in Michigan and retired from Supples Green House in 1993, moving to the Eaton area in 1994. She loved to read, sew, watch T.V. She was also a gardener of flowers and known to be a great storyteller.

Surviving are her children, Jerry Chappell (wife, Debbie), Glenda White (husband, Dan), Dorcas Dierich (husband, Brian), Shirley Gee, and Frances Swick, one sister, Virginia Axline, grandchildren: Laura, Kenny, Amanda, Jessica, Corinna, Ciara, Brandon, and Nathan, 8 great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Elijah and Laura, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Chappell, grandson, Jimmy Nowitzke, brothers: Norimus Brock, Denver Brock, and Clyde Brock, a sister, Shirley Brock, and a son-in-law, Joe Swick.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm., Monday, December 14, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Karen Lang presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 1:00 to 4:00 pm., Sunday, December 13, and also one hour prior to services Monday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Winston C. Davis, 69

2009-12-03T11:23:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

WINSTON C. DAVIS, 69, former Eaton resident, passed away December 1, 2009 in Connersville, IN.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm., Saturday, December 5, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Steve DeLisle presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 11:00 am., until services on Saturday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Barbara J. Smith, 65

2009-11-30T11:11:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

BARBARA J. SMITH, 65, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2009 at her home.

The daughter of Charles and Florence “Smith” Guyear, she was born March 9, 1944 in Delaware County. She married William Lee Smith on June 6, 1963 in Muncie.

Barbara worked for Lifetouch in Muncie as a photo editor, and loved painting, puzzle games, and most of all her grandchildren.

She is survived by her three children, William Smith (wife, Terra), of Eaton, Cindy Chisman, of Glendale, AZ, and Nancy Clawson (husband, Jeff) of Eaton, three sisters: Betty Prator, Norma Bennett, and Bonnie Barger, six grandchildren, Jared, Jordan, Cody, Johnny, David and Braydon, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Charles and Florence, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Lee Smith, and a brother, Bill Guyear.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am., Thursday, December 3, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Steve DeLisle presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 6:00-8:00 pm, Wednesday, and one hour prior to services Thursday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Dorothy B. Bailey, 86

2009-11-23T13:51:00.001-08:00

EATON, IN

DOROTHY B. BAILEY, 86, passed away Monday, November 23, 2009 in Ball Memorial Hospital.

The daughter of Frank and Lillie May (Upton) Matchett, she was born December 24, 1922 in Muncie. She married John Bailey on July 20, 1940 in Muncie.

In addition to being a homemaker, Dorothy worked at the Eaton Canning Factory.

She is survived by her husband John Bailey, two sons: Larry Bailey (wife, Jo), of Eaton, and John Bailey, of Eaton, three sisters: Ethel Hutchens, Annabelle Gray, both of Eaton, and Thelma McCallister (husband, Bud) of Parker City, 7 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 2 step-great grandchildren and 1 step great-great grandchild.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Lillie Matchett, one son, Randy Bailey, four brothers, Claude, Morris, Don and Art, four sisters: Mary Lou, Helen, Susie, Sylvia, and Marie.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, November 25, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Earlene Lamperd and Rev. Scott Lamperd presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call on at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 24, from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm. and after 12:00 Noon until services Wednesday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Glenn "Tommy" E. Blair, 82

2009-11-18T11:57:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

GLENN “TOMMY” E. BLAIR, 82, passed away, November 17, 2009 in Albany Health Care and Rehabilitation, Albany.

The son of Cliffton and Esther (Young) Blair, he was born January 21, 1927 in Wells County, Indiana. Tommy worked for Muncie Novelty, Gaston Pro Care, and loved to fish with his friend Glenn Cross.

He is survived by four brothers: Max Blair (wife, Delphia), John Blair, (wife, Pat) Fred Blair, (wife, Avis) and Joe Blair, three sisters: Annabel Matthew, Marie Lewis (husband Bob), and Justine Orcutt (husband, Jim), as well as several nieces and nephews.

Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, Cliffton and Esther Blair, a brother Roger and a sister Armatha Bryan.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Thursday, November 19, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Steve DeLisle presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call from 10:00 am until service time.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Todd M. Adams, 61

2009-11-03T05:48:00.000-08:00

EATON, IN

TODD M. ADAMS, 61, passed away, Monday morning November 2, 2009 in his home.

The son of Robert and Willa (Keeley) Adams, he was born October 30, 1948 in Muncie. A 1966 graduate of Eaton High School, he married Janie Johnson on September 11, 1999 in Eaton.

Todd retired as a Sergeant from the Army in 1995 after 18 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion Post 90 and the National Hot Rod Association. Todd loved music, gardening, bowling and restoring old trucks.

Surviving are his wife, Janie Johnson-Adams, mother, Willa Adams, one son, Jamie Adams of Pendleton, two daughters; Sue Reed and Heather Clements, both of Muncie, three step-sons: Tom Johnson (wife, Deb), of Attica, Michael Scott Johnson, and Shane Johnson, both of Eaton, two brothers, Bob Adams (wife Terri) of Decatur, and Greg Adams (wife, Valerie) of Montpelier, one sister Jennifer Horsley (husband, John) of Hartford City, one step-grandson, Nicholas Johnson and a step-granddaughter, Maggie Johnson, as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Robert Adams.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Wednesday, November 4 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Pastor Keith Williams and Pastor Forest Bowers presiding. Burial with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Organization will be made in Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Tuesday and one hour prior to services Wednesday.

Memorials may be made in his name to the Eaton United Methodist Church P.O. Box 158, Eaton, IN 47338, or the Little Red Door, Cancer Services of Delaware County, 401 W. Jackson St., Muncie, IN 47305.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Margaret E. Clevenger

2009-10-25T11:16:00.000-07:00

MARGARET E. CLEVENGER

EATON, IN

Margaret E. Clevenger, 94, former resident of Portland and Eaton, died Wednesday, October, 14, 2009 in Venice, Florida.

The daughter of Orrington “Red” and Lella Etta (Hollingsworth) Lucas, she was born July 9, 1915 in Redland, Oklahoma. She married George House in Muncie on August 9, 1936. His death occurred January 1, 1979. She then married Everett Clevenger in Portland on November 20, 1980. His death occurred September 13, 2006.

A homemaker, she had resided in Eaton and Muncie and had lived in Portland from 1980 to 2008 when she moved to Florida.

Margaret attended the Full Gospel Tabernacle, Muncie.

Surviving are: a son, Ralph House, Topping, VA; 4 daughters, Betty Drown, Sarah (Adam) Gerle, both of Nokomis, FL., Diane (Larry) Norris, Bluffton, Barbara (Jerry) Stevens, Fort Wayne; 5 step-children, Jesse Clevenger, Keith Clevenger, Rex Clevenger,
Judy LeMaster, and Julie Clevenger, all of Portland; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Jayne Cicatko, a step-son, Max Clevenger, a brother, Edward Lucas and 3 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 21, 2009, in Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, Indiana. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Cremation will follow.

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

Barbara Jean (Witt) Rio

2009-10-23T07:48:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

BARBARA JEAN (WITT) RIO, 60, died, Monday, October 19, 2009 in Palmetto, FL.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Monday, October 26 in the Eaton First Church of God, 700 E. Harris St., Eaton, with Pastor Andy Denniston presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call from 11:00 am until services Monday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pitman-Richman Funeral Home P.O. Box 537, Eaton, IN 47338.

Online condolences my be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Doris Irene VanPelt

2009-10-12T08:30:00.001-07:00

EATON, IN

Doris VanPelt went to be in the arms and glory of God on Sunday, October 11, 2009 at the Muncie Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. The daughter of Mary Emma and Stephen McCollum, she was born on September 1, 1916 in Reynolds, Indiana.

Mrs. VanPelt was a graduate of Reynolds High School (Class of 1934). She was married to Carl (Gene) VanPelt and they recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They shared many happy years visiting with family and friends during travel to various locations in the U.S. with their Airstream.

Survivors include her husband Carl (Gene) VanPelt of Eaton; son Richard Williams (fiancé, Joyce Rhoades) of Selma; Granddaughters: Melissa Morton (fiancé, David Sanders) of Eaton and Regina Cox of Muncie; Great Grandchildren: Isaac Morton and Olivia Morton of Eaton; Baylee Cox and Cameron Cox of Muncie; sister-in-law, Helen McCollum of Hartford City; brother-in-law Jack VanPelt of Eaton; sister-in-law, Beverly Stonebraker (husband, Harold) of Muncie and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters and nine brothers.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 14, in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.

Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. and one hour prior to services Wednesday.

During her final days Mrs. VanPelt was greatly assisted and comforted by various nurses and aides with Ball Memorial Hospice, as well as the staff at Muncie Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. In addition, the family is deeply grateful for the professional and caring work of CNA and friend Debbie Schink.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Ball Memorial Hospice or to The Little Red Door in Muncie.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Rosemary A. Mansfield-Oliver

2009-10-06T07:07:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE, IN

ROSEMARY A. MANSFIELD-OLIVER, 60, quietly passed away, October 4, 2009, to be with her Lord.

Rosemary was the daughter of Cassius P. and June R. (David) Mansfield. She was born November 27, 1948 in Marion, Indiana. She was raised in Eaton and later moved to Muncie. She had many friends in both places.

Rosemary worked at various GM plants in the area and was an adoring Grandmother who valued her friends.

Surviving are her daughter, Angelic Marie Wood, Muncie, brother, Cassius D. Mansfield (wife, Linda), Russiaville, two grandsons, Jayson Wood and Tristan Bell, who Rosemary loved very much. She will also be missed by her nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph La Mott.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 7, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Leroy Thomas presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 6 and after 12 Noon Wednesday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Kayla Dawn Ball, 22

2009-09-04T20:55:00.001-07:00

GASTON, IN

KAYLA DAWN BALL, 22, rural Gaston, passed away Thursday morning at home, after a nearly 3 year battle with cancer.

The daughter of Warren “Sonny” and Nancy Ball, she was born September 5, 1986.
She was a 2005 graduate of Wes-Del High School. Kayla had worked with her parents at Kayla’s Kones.

Kayla is survived by her beautiful daughter Kyla, parents Warren “Sonny” and Nancy Ball, Gaston, paternal grandmother, Marie Ball, Albany, aunts and uncles: Robert Norton (wife, Marge) Lapeer, MI, Marilyn Ottevaere (husband, Jim) Washington, MI, Ronald Norton, Warren, MI, Greg Ball (wife, Kim) of Redkey, as well as many cousins.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Warren H. Ball and maternal grandparents, Stanley & Frances Norton.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Joe Hines presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, and also one hour prior to services Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to Mutual Bank 3701 W. Bethel Ave. Muncie, IN 47304 to establish a fund for her daughter Kyla.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Charles "Bub" Bailey, Jr., 47

2009-09-04T04:16:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

CHARLES “BUB” BAILEY, JR., 47, passed away, Tuesday, September 1, 2009 in Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.

The son of Charles Sr. and Beverly (Jett) Bailey-McKinley, he was born October 21, 1961 in Muncie. A 1980 graduate of Delta High School, he married Regina G. Paul on July 1, 1989 in Muncie.

Bub worked as a used car coordinator for Bill McCoy Ford for 20 years. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and fireworks with family and friends.

He is survived by his wife Regina, daughter, Kelsea L Bailey (special friend, Brian Hunt II), son, Charles Michael Bailey, both at home, step-father, Fred McKinley, Eaton, sister, Dorrie L. Lopez (husband, John) Woodstock, GA, and their children, John Charles Lopez and Robert Lopez, as well as several additional nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles, two sisters-in-law, Rhonda Fitzgerald (husband, Jason) Indianapolis, Lisa Keown (husband, James) Windfall, and two brothers-in-law Eric Paul (wife, Missy) Muncie, and Kevin Badders (wife, Kristen) Muncie.

Bub was preceded in death by his parents Charles Bailey Sr. and Beverly Bailey-McKinley.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 5, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Steve DeLisle presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from
5:00 to 8:00 p.m. today and one prior to services Saturday.

Memorials may be directed to First Merchants Bank P.O. Box 306 Eaton, IN 47338 to establish a trust fund in his name.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com

Louie V. Wright, 68

2009-09-02T06:00:00.000-07:00

SHIDELER, IN

LOUIE V. WRIGHT, 68, went home to his Lord, Sunday, August 30, 2009 in Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.

The son of Herbert S. and Georgia E. (Rathel) Wright, he was born April 4, 1941 in Eaton. Louie graduated from Eaton High School in 1960 and married Shirley McLeland on February 18, 1962 in Eaton.

Louie worked for RockTenn in Eaton retiring in 1996 after 23 years of employment and was a member of the Albany Euchre Club.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Shirley, four sons: David T. Wright, Eaton, Timothy M. Wright, Shideler, Michael K. Wright (wife, Megan), Gaston, and Timothy J. Wright, Shideler, two brothers, William Hurley, Ohio and Eugene Wright (wife, Joanna) Granville, seven sisters: Betty Connor, Muncie, Dorothy Schroeder, (husband, Richard), Muncie, Alberta June Clark, Muncie, Sara Wolf, (husband, John), Farmland, twin sister, Kay Chism (husband, Dale), Dunkirk, Becky Eppard, Eaton, and Judy Egly (husband, Frank) of Eaton, three grandchildren: Tyler, Duane and Courtney Wright.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by four brothers and one sister.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 3, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor David Delk presiding. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, September 2 and one hour prior to services Thursday.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Robert W. Norrick, 86

2009-08-22T12:16:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

ROBERT W. (BOB) NORRICK, 86, passed away, 12:35 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2009 in the Muncie Health Care & Rehabilitation Center.

The son of Robert Wayne and Bessie Anne (Innis) Norrick, he was born June 5, 1923 in Tipton County, Indiana. A 1941 graduate of Eaton High School, he married Vernice Lewellen, on February 20, 1943 in Eaton. A Navy Veteran of WWII, he retired in 1977 from Warner Gear after 30 years of employment.

Bob was an active and long time member of the Eaton United Methodist Church, where he served as Trustee and on various committees. A 50 year member of the Eaton Lodge #606 F&AM, where he served as Master in 1969; was a member of the Scottish Rite- Valley of Ft. Wayne, Past Associate Guardian of Jobs Daughters, and had also worked at Lake View Golf Course for 12 years.

Bob was a member of the WGE Credit Union, where he served on the Board of Directors for 29 years. Bob had also worked part time for Pitman-Richman Funeral Home for over 20 years, retiring in 2005.

His surviving family include his wife of 66 years, Vernice Norrick, daughters, Cheryl McKinley (husband, Mike), Eaton, Susan (Susie) DeVault (husband, Jack) Tipton, sister, Jane Huffman (husband, William), Eaton, granddaughter, Amy Vandergriff (husband, Tim), Tipton, great-grandson Brayden Vandergriff, and sister-in-law Sue Norrick, Gaston, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Dick Norrick in 1995 and Jack Norrick in 2007.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 25, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton with Pastor Dave Mantor and Pastor Keith Williams presiding. Private burial will be in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, August 24 with a Masonic Service starting at 7:00 p.m. and from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday.

Memorials may be made to the Eaton United Methodist Church P.O. Box 411, Eaton, IN 47338 or A.R.F., (Animal Rescue Fund) 1209 W. Riggin Rd. Muncie, IN 47303.

Online condolence may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Sandra A. Rees, 49

2009-08-22T07:11:00.000-07:00

MUNCIE,

SANDRA A. (PITMAN) REES, 49, died at 2:25 pm Wednesday, August 19, 2009, in Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.

Sandy was born March 6, 1960, the daughter of Robert and Iva (Thompson) Pitman. She grew up in Eaton and lived most of her adult life in Muncie.

Surviving are her daughter Brandie Cook (husband, Brad) and grandson Rees Cook, all of Yorktown, brothers Gale Pitman, Hartford City, Roger Pitman, (wife, Cathy), Muncie, Rick Pitman (wife, Laura) Clearwater, FL, sisters: Mary Smithers (husband, Chuck), Muncie, Lynn Cruea, Clearwater, FL and Debra Massey (husband, Rick), Muncie. She is also survived by her Fiancé, Jeffery K. Wood.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters: Christina Pitman, Doris Dunlap, Lucille Williams, Kimberly Polios and Beverly Koons, and two brothers, Glen and Vernon Pitman.

Friends may call at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday, August 24.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 pm at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home immediately following calling hours. Pastor Mark Ellcessor will be officiating and burial will be made in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhome.com.

Russell Lowell Alexander, 94

2009-08-14T18:17:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

RUSSELL LOWELL ALEXANDER, 94, rural Eaton, passed away Friday, August 14, 2009 in his home, surrounded by family.

The son of Blanch and Lillie (Dill) Alexander, he was born June 27, 1915 in Randolph County. A 1934 graduate of Royerton High School, he married Mary Ellen Burt on November 25, 1939 in the home of Mary’s parents.

Lowell was a lifetime farmer and was a member of the Eden Church.

Surviving are his children, Gary (wife, Dr. Julie) Alexander, rural Eaton, Mary Ann (husband, Kin) Kinlaw, Atlanta, GA, and Dan (wife, Cathy) Alexander, rural Muncie, 14 grandchildren: Scott (wife, Valerie) Alexander, Stephanie (husband, Jeff) Welch, Ben Alexander, Megan Alexander, Justin (wife, Mikelle) Brady, Alison (husband, Tobi) Rohwer, Kelly (husband, John) Blake, Jeff Kinlaw, Jack Alexander, Cassie Alexander, Chris Alexander, Brad Alexander, Suzanne Alexander and Desiree (husband, Michael) Freyburger, 15 great-grandchildren, as well as a special thanks to, Grandpa’s Angels.

He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Mary Ellen, in 2004, a son, Thomas, in 1987, four brothers: George, Robert, Lawrence, and Cecil, and a sister, Celia Alexander.

A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 pm, Monday, August 17, 2009 in the Eden Church 11205 N. St. Rd 3. Muncie, with Dr. Max Hayden & Rev. Marc Hayden presiding. Private burial will be in Gardens of Memory.

Friends may call at the church from 2:30 pm until service time.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Eden Church or Ball Memorial Hospice.

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

Online condolences may be left at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

2009-07-28T09:09:00.000-07:00

GILBERT L. “GIB” HARDESTY

EATON, IN

Gilbert L. “Gib” Hardesty, 89, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2009 at Muncie Health and Rehabilitation Center after an extended illness.

A native of Randolph County, Indiana, he was born June 19, 1920, the son of Lee and Leddie (Jones) Hardesty and had resided in Eaton since 1962.

Affectionately known as “Gib” or “Gibby”, he worked for Marsh Supermarkets as a truck driver for 25 ½ years, retiring in 1982. Gib had also worked for Marhoeffer Packing and Ag Best, Gaston. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Eaton and the Teamsters Local 135, Muncie.

His family includes three children: Joyce (David) Norrick, Muncie, Dennis (Pat) Hardesty, Bradenton FL, and Rev. Richard (Jeanne) Hardesty, Alexandria; eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and several step-great-grandchildren. A special friend, Ilean True, Muncie, and his buddy, Fred “Bud” Maynard, Alexandria, also survive.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Ina Mae (Baker) Hardesty on April 22, 1999 and a brother, Merritt L. Hardesty, on March 16, 1998.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 28 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, with Rev. Richard Hardesty, Gilbert’s son, officiating.

Friends may call at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Monday, July 27 and an hour prior to the service Tuesday.

Memorials may be made to Tree of Life Ministries, 2701 W. 2nd Street, Marion, IN 46950.

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

Bryan R. Brooks, 33

2009-07-15T12:23:00.000-07:00

HARTFORD CITY, IN

BRYAN R. BROOKS, 33, passed away Monday, July 13, 2009.

The son of Dwight and Sharon (Younts) Brooks, he was born March 10, 1976 in Muncie.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 pm. Friday, July 17, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Visitation will be Friday from 12:30 pm. until services.

Trevor Allen Hacker, 58

2009-05-16T11:20:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

TREVOR "ALLEN" HACKER, 58, stood in the presence of God on Thursday, May 14, 2009 after an extended illness.

Trevor was born on January 20, 1951 to Everett and Elizabeth (Ruble) Hacker. He lived in Clarksburg, Indiana, moved to Muncie and attended Muncie Central High School. Trevor married Connie Lash on October 16, 1971 in Muncie.

Mr. Hacker retired due to illness after many years of working in the home improvement business. He was self employed in the latter years but also worked for various companies, including A-1Home Improvement, LJ Stone and Suburban Aluminum. After retirement, he enjoyed wood working and shared his many talented projects with others.

He was a member of the Union Chapel Ministries.

Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Connie Hacker, sons, Joel Hacker, Muncie, Aron (wife, Alycia) Hacker, Eaton, daughter, Amanda Campbell, (companion, Mark Myers), Muncie, grandchildren, Callin Campbell and Anson Everett Hacker, his mother, Elizabeth Hacker, Albany, sisters, Edna Mae (husband, Carl) Hammond, Greensburg, Ethelene (husband, Gene) Ridge, Georgia, father-in-law, John Lash, mother-in-law, Nilah Lash, both of Muncie, brothers-in-law, Rick (wife, Anna) Lash, Muncie, Randall (companion, Ann) Lash, Springport, Dan (wife, Julie) Lash, Yorktown, David (wife, Melissa) Lash, Yorktown, as well as several nieces and nephews and his longtime pal, Bandit.

He was preceded in death by his father Everett and brother Delbert.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at Union Chapel Ministries 4622 N. Martin Luther King Blvd, Muncie with Pastor Glen Greiner presiding. Burial will follow in Strong Cemetery, Albany.

Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Monday, May 18 at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, and one hour prior to services Tuesday at Union Chapel.

Memorials may be made in Trevor’s name to the family to establish a trust for his grandchildren.

Online condolences may be sent at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Leroy S. Gilland, 74

2009-05-11T12:47:00.000-07:00

EATON, INDIANA

Leroy S. Gilland, 74, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2009 in Eaton.

The son of Leroy W. and Naomi (Bell )Gilland, he was born January 13, 1935 in Delaware County.

He married Janice Holdren on April 18, 1953 in Jonesboro, Indiana. Her death occurred July 19, 1994. Leroy retired from New Venture Gear in January of 1991 and was a former member of the Elks Lodge in Dunkirk.

He is survived by his children: Michael A (Wanda) Gilland, Albany, Vickie (Leslie) Green, Gaston, Valerie (Michael) Dalton, Muncie, Shirley (Brian) Kurtz, Gaston, Sheryl (Raymond) Grant, Eaton, Mark Gilland, Eaton, and Douglas Gilland, Royerton, 2 sisters, Mary Lou Osborne, Anderson, and June Milton, Portland, 21 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife, Janice, he was preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Quentin Goetz.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 14 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton. Burial will follow in Elizabethtown Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thursday.
Memorials may be made in his name to the American Heart Association 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.

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

Phillip Max Carmin, 84

2009-05-03T08:40:00.000-07:00

KENDALLVILLE, IN

PHILLIP MAX CARMIN, 84, former Muncie resident, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2009 in Kendallville.

The son of Kit and Hazel (Kirkpatrick) Carmin, he was born August 13, 1924 in Gaston, Indiana. A 1942 graduate of Harrison Township High School, he married Becky McKinley on February 6, 1949 in Eaton.

Max was well known for his work at Smittie’s Menswear, where he worked for over 50 years. He was a 50 year member of the Matthews Lodge #650 F&AM and attended the Lake Missionary Church and the Heartland Fellowship Church.

Surviving is his wife of 60 years, Becky Carmin, one daughter, Jill Carmin, one granddaughter, Samantha Carmin, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kit and Hazel Carmin.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Monday, May 4, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton, IN, with Roland Roth presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Friends may call from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, Sunday, May 3 and one hour prior to services Monday at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made in his name to the Lake Missionary Church 9030 W. U.S. Highway 20, Angola, IN 46703 or Heartland Fellowship Church, P.O. Box 48, Orland, IN 46776.

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

Juaniece D. Love, 91

2009-04-24T06:46:00.000-07:00

EATON, IN

JUANIECE D. LOVE, 91, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2009 in the Waters of Yorktown.

She was born April 26, 1917, in Wells County, Indiana, the daughter of Alvie R. and Ethel (Derry) Morrison. A 1935 graduate of Chester Center High School, she attended Cosmetic College in Pontiac, Michigan. Juaniece married James Love on June 18, 1938 in Paris, Kentucky. She resided in Wells County, where she worked as a beautician in Warren. Juaniece moved to the Eaton area in 1950 and was a homemaker.

Mrs. Love was a member of the Eaton United Methodist Church. An avid doll collector, she was also an artist who had traveled the world with her husband. She developed many close friendships with those she met from her travels and interests.

Surviving are 4 daughters, Dian Love, Ypsilanti, Michigan, Melanie Love, Columbia City, Dr. Julie (husband, Gary) Alexander and Cindy Duvall, both of Eaton; 7 grandchildren, Scott Alexander (wife, Valerie), Stephanie (husband, Jeff) Welch, Dr. Franz Bauer, Ben Alexander (wife, Gabrielle), Megan Alexander, Emily Duvall and Ian Duvall; and 6 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband James, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Monnie Boykin; 3 brothers, Lee Stanley Morrison, John P. Morrison, and Ned D. Morrison.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on her 92nd birthday, from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M., Sunday, April 26, 2009, in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton.
Private burial services will be in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

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

Russell E. Parker, 82

2009-04-02T12:57:00.000-07:00

ALBANY, IN

RUSSELL E. PARKER, 82, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, April 4, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 11:00 to 1:00 pm. Saturday.

Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton

Minnie L. Wilt, 93

2009-02-07T15:25:00.000-08:00

MUNCIE - Minnie L. Wilt, 93, passed away Monday, February 2, 2009 at Muncie Health & Rehabilitation Center, Muncie.

The daughter of James Douglas and Fanny A. (Marcus) Terry, she was born January 8, 1916 in Sikeston, Missouri. Her family moved to the New Castle area when she was a child. She attended Cowan Schools. She married Keith Wilt on October 8, 1934 in Shirley, Indiana, he preceded her in death on November 4, 1975.

For most of her adult life, Minnie lived in the Eaton area, where she was a homemaker.

She attended the Eaton Church of the Nazarene, and the Assemblies of God, Hartford City.

Survivors include her daughter, Terri Wilt; three sons, Danny Wilt, Benny (Wilma) Wilt and Jerry (Verna) Wilt, all of Muncie; a brother, Billy Terry, Columbus, GA; as well as several grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, Keith, she is preceded in death by a brother, James E. Terry; and a sister, Marie G. Whitworth.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 5, 2009 in the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton.

Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

Friends may call at the Pitman-Richman Funeral Home from 11:00 a.m. until services Thursday.