All Obituaries

Joe Bourff, 64, of Gaston, passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2018 unexpectedly at his home in Gaston.   Joe was born October 17, 1954 in Elwood, Indiana to the late Raymond and Norma Bourff. He was a 1972 graduate of Wes-Del High School. He married Betsy (Brooks) Bourff on May 1, 1980 and mourned her death in 2013. Joe owned D&D Motors and was a auto body repairman. He enjoyed classic cars and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.   Joe is...

Tina Marie Hammitt, 60, of Gaston, passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at Community Hospital in Anderson following a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer.   Tina was born March 6, 1958 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Jerry and Wanda (Thornbury) Miller. Tina attended Delta High School and had worked for Warner Gear, Elsa, and Red Gold Factories. She was a member of the Fairmont United Methodist Church and the Gaston American Legion Lady’s Auxiliary. Tina enjoyed...

Beverley Louise Morgan, 90, of Gaston, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.   Beverley was born November 6, 1928 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Evin and Viola VanArsdol. Beverley was a 1946 graduate of Muncie Central High School. Beverley worked as the secretary at Morgan Trucking, her family business.   Beverley is survived by two sons, Harold Morgan (wife Roseann) of Parker City and David Morgan (wife Jane) of Gaston; eight...

Lou Alice Clark, 90, of Yorktown, returned to her Heavenly home on Saturday morning, November 10, 2018 at the caring and loving community of Morrison Woods Health Campus following a brief illness.   Lou Alice was born December 7, 1927 in Soldier, Kentucky to the late Earl and Bertha (Patrick) Miles. She graduated from Soldier School in 1945 and went on to attend Morehead State University before returning as a teacher at Soldier School. Lou Alice worked as a substitute teacher at...

Jack L. Schaubut, 88, of Muncie, passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.   No services. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Gant Funeral Homes.    

Mary Ann Potter, 78, of Eaton, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 28, 2018 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana.   Mary Ann was born April 8, 1940 in Muncie to the late Ivan and Anna (Rooney) Carpenter. She was a Muncie Central High School graduate. Mary Ann worked for K-mart on the north side of Muncie for many years. She was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church. Mary Ann enjoyed hosting parties with her family. She loved music and to dance. She also...

Pamela L. Wright, 70, of Gaston, passed away on Friday October 5, 2018 at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis following a long battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis and short battle with cancer.   Pam was born July 2, 1948 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Fred and Lois (Judd) Miller. She was a 1966 graduate of Gaston High School and went on to earn her Master’s Degree of Science in Nursing from Ball State University. Pam worked for Ball Memorial Hospital from 84-98 as an RN...

Larry A. Blade Sr., 77, of Yorktown, passed away last week at his home from natural causes.   Larry was born October 16, 1940 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Stanley and Mildred (Kintzel) Blade. He was a 1958 graduate of Muncie Central High School. Larry was a well known and liked salesman having worked for B.I.C. Products and Dunn E-Z. Larry was a member of the Sons of the American Legion in Yorktown. He played music all of his life and enjoyed golf.   Larry is survived by his...

Diana Rittenhouse Sayers, 71, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away Tuesday morning, September 18th, 2018 at her daughter's residence, with her family by her side.   Diana was born on August 6, 1947 in Winchester, Indiana to the late George and Olive (Collins) Rittenhouse. Diana loved living in the south and being near the ocean, having lived over half her life in Florida. Yet she always claimed Indiana as her home. Diana very much enjoyed spending time up there, especially at her...

Donald F. Williams, 83, of Yorktown, passed away on Wednesday evening, September 19, 2018 at Yorktown Manor.   Donald was born May 28, 1935 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Charles and Clarinda (Harbough) Williams. He was a 1953 graduate of Yorktown High School and went on to earn several degrees from Ball State University, Taylor University, and Cornell University. Donald was an antique dealer and restorer for many years. He had also worked as a teacher at the Bethel Home for Boys. He...