All Obituaries

Muncie, IN On the evening of Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024, Carl Dean Chism, 61, passed peacefully into heaven with his wife by his side, concluding his courageous battle with cancer. Carl was born in Muncie, Indiana on November 17th, 1962, to his loving parents, the late Dale and Penelope Kay Chism. The Chism brood included older brother, Roger, and older sisters, Marsha and Sandy. Carl was the youngest and fit the description of ‘baby brother’ to perfection. To hear his siblings...

Eaton, IN Donald G. Mitchell, Sr., 88, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at his home. Don was born along with his twin brother, Ronald, on December 24, 1935 in Muncie, Indiana to Roy and Alfretta (Reynolds) Mitchell. He attended Eaton schools and served his country in the US Air Force. On October 18, 1955, he married Darlene Davis and together they would raise their three children in Eaton. Don worked for BorgWarner for over 41 years. He attended Ilumate Muncie Foursquare Church,...

Muncie, IN Stephyn John Martin, 36, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Stephyn was born on September 21, 1987 in Muncie, Indiana to Stephyn and Brenda (Beckham) Martin. He graduated from Norwell High School in 2006 and went on to work as a heavy equipment operator, working in many construction projects throughout the state. Stephyn enjoyed off-roading, boating, and playing in a pool league. His life was the definition of “living life to the...

Eaton, IN Laura Ann Richardson, 66, died at home on Friday, March 22, 2024, after an extended illness. Laura was born on December 13, 1957, in Muncie, Indiana to Larry and Marilyn (Felt) Stotler. She was a 1976 graduate of Delta High School and she later married Lester Richardson on September 23, 1985. She is survived by her loving husband Lester Richardson; her children: Michael Richardson, Shushan Richardson, TJ Richardson (Janet), Robert Richardson II (Kaylie), Timothy Richardson...

Harold L. Cross, 92, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024, at his daughter Julia’s home, surrounded by family. Harold was born on November 17, 1931, in Bedford, Indiana to Fred and Lillie (Waskom) Cross. He was a 1950 graduate of Eaton High School and served his country in the Marine Corps.  On May 7, 1952, he married Janet Cruea and together they would raise their two daughters, LuAnne and Julia, in Eaton. Harold worked as a supervisor at 3M, for 30 years. He was a member of...

Muncie, IN Clyde J. Smithers, 92, died peacefully on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, surrounded by family. Clyde was born on July 22, 1931, in West Robbins, Tennessee to Elvin and Lillie (Bowling) Smithers. Clyde worked in construction and enjoyed pitching horseshoes, going to church and singing gospel music. Clyde was often requested to visit churches to play guitar, harmonica and sing. He is survived by his daughter, Leona “Lynn” Webb;...

Eaton, IN Rex Arlen Morgan of Eaton, Indiana, passed away on March 3, 2024, to be with the Lord and reunited with his loving wife, Jean Ellen (Powell) Morgan, who preceded him in death on August 5, 2023. Rex was born in Roll, Indiana, on July 20, 1930, son of the late Herschel and Nina Morgan. Rex lived a life full of love and adventure. He is survived by his daughter, Kay Lynne Crockett; 9 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He...

Royerton, IN Roy V. Schaus, stepped into glory to meet his Savior on March 2, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Roy was born in Muncie on June 3, 1968 to Roger and Jean (Harrington) Schaus. He was a 1987 graduate of Delta High School and later attended Ivy Tech. On June 24, 2000, he married Karen Overman and together they would raise their two daughters. Roy worked for Del Com School Corporation for several years as an IT Specialist. Along with his family, he attended Rising...

Eaton, IN William “Bill” K. Smith, 69, of Eaton, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at his home. Bill was born on March 5, 1954 in Fayetteville, North Carolina to Harold “Max” and Mary (Hankins) Smith. He graduated from Delta High School and worked as a machine operator for several years. He is survived by his sister, Samara Perry, husband Bill; eight nieces and nephews and several friends. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by...

 Muncie, IN William Ryan Flannery, 8, passed away on Tuesday morning, February 20, 2024, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. William was born on June 5, 2015 to Ryan and Ashley (Fisher) Flannery. A Lego and Uno master, William enjoyed baseball, swimming, basketball, NASA and anything aerospace as well as spending time at the lake with his family.  He is survived by his parents, Ashley and Ryan Flannery; three brothers: Chase, Hunter and Evan Flannery;...