All Obituaries

Scott A. Hiatt, 53, of Gaston, passed away in an accident on Thursday, March 26, 2020.   Scott was born on November 20, 1966 in Muncie to Fred and Joyce (Winningham) Hiatt. He was a 1986 graduate of Wes-Del High School. Scott worked as an iron worker for Ft. Wayne Reinforcing for 20 years. He was a member of Iron Workers Local 147 and the Son’s of the American Legion, Gaston Chapter. Scott enjoyed riding his Harley and rode in many charity rides. He also enjoyed working in his...

Richard E. Rathel, 85, of Gaston, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at Willow Bend Living Center in Muncie.   Richard was born on July 8, 1935 in Delaware County, Indiana to the late Earl and Olive Mae (Edwards) Rathel. He graduated from Gaston High School and went on to serve in the United States Army where he was stationed in Germany. Richard worked as a tool grinder at General Motors and Borg Warner. Richard was a member of the Gaston United Methodist Church and the Gaston...

Patricia D. Lee “Granny”, 76, of Yorktown, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family and husband of 60 years, James.   Patricia was born on June 24, 1944 in Portland, Indiana to the late Leon and Helen (Laux) Fisher. She worked at Yorktown Middle School Cafeteria for 23 years. After retiring, Patricia spent time with her family and grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time at home with her family and being a housewife.   Patricia is...

Michael A. Davis, 70, of Cammack, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Signature Health Care in Muncie.   Mike was born on February 28, 1950 in Muncie to the late Charles and Dixie (Garland) Davis. He attended Yorktown High School and went on to serve in the United States Marine Corp. Mike worked as a semitruck driver. He was a member of the Yorktown American Legion. Mike enjoyed traveling and spending time with family, especially his grandkids.   Mike is survived by his...

Samuel “Barry” Becktell, 57, of Muncie, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at his home.   Barry was born on August 9, 1962 in Muncie to the late William Sr. and Betty (Rittenhouse) Becktell. He attended Eastbrook High School. Barry owned and operated F&S Patch and Seal Coating. Barry enjoyed riding motorcycles, building model cars, along with camping and fishing.   Barry is survived by four children, Snapper Morgan (Jennifer Burrell), Samuel Barry Becktell...

Joshua Kyle “Bo” Bennett, 28, of Muncie, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020 at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.   Bo was born on November 27, 1991 in Muncie, Indiana. He was a 2010 graduate of Yorktown High School. Bo worked as a foreman at Wright Tree Service for the last two years. Bo’s children and family were his life.   Bo is survived by his four children, Weslee, Joshua Jr., Lucas, and Olivia Bennett; his fiancé, Leah Miller; his...

Thurston Scott “Smitty” Smith, 72, of Yorktown, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020.   Thurston was born on August 18, 1947 to the late Robert and Lovina (Fallis) Smith. He was a 1965 graduate of Center High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Ball State University and went on to earn a master’s degree in business from Indiana Wesleyan College. Thurston was a United States Marine Veteran serving in Vietnam. He retired after 30...

James R. (Jim) Thompson, 91, of Yorktown, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at Yorktown Manor.   Jim was born in Youngstown, OH to the late William J. and Mary Elizabeth (Whalen) Thompson. After high school, he enlisted in the United States Army and served in Korea. After being discharged from the Army he enlisted in the Air Force Reserve. Jim married JoAnn E. Howells on August 6, 1952. He retired from Bearings, Inc. in 1995 after 43 years, serving 20 years as the Muncie branch...

Brian James Collins, 52, of Gaston, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at his home following a long and courageous battle with cancer.   Brian was born on January 12, 1968 in Muncie to Don Rex and Joyce (Reese) Collins. He was a 1986 graduate of Eastbrook High School. Brian worked for RCA in Marion for 13 years before it closed. He currently worked for King Veterinary Service in Chesterfield for the last 12 years. Brian loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He...

Jewell Elwanda Winningham, 91, of Muncie, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at her home.   Jewell was born on October 31, 1928 in Etter, TN to the late Cordell and Nanny (Beaty) Poor. Jewell was a homemaker who loved her family. She was a Jehovah Witness and enjoyed quilting, flea markets, reading, cooking, and gardening.   Jewell is survived by two daughters, Jane Miller (husband Ron) and Carolyn Williams (husband Ron); nine grandchildren; 12...