William Eugene White, 85, of Muncie, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, January 14, 2026, at his residence. He was born on January 4, 1941, in Muncie, Indiana, to Mahlon White and Maxine (Pat) Franklin. William attended Muncie Central High School and earned his GED while serving in the United States Army. He honorably served his country, including service during the Vietnam War, from 1958 until his retirement in 1978. Following his military career, he was employed at Ball ...

Pamela Sue Pickering, 60, of Muncie, Indiana, was born on April 30, 1965, in Muncie, IN. She passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026.  Pam attended Muncie Southside High School, after she took a job at a local bowling alley where she worked as a bartender, an early role that perfectly suited her easygoing personality and gift for conversation. She later spent more than a decade working at Indiana Glass before deciding to return to school to pursue a ...

Glen Ray Cunningham, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 12, 2026, after a short illness. Glen was born May 18, 1940, to Chalmer and Mary (Russell) Cunningham.  He was the younger brother of his twin sister, Glenda.  He had two older siblings, Juva and George, also twins, and one younger sister, Joyce. In 1958 he married Jean Ann Howard. Glen and Jeanne were proud parents of three boys. Family meant everything to Glen.  He cherished his role as ...

Donna Marie Morgan, 67, passed away at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in the early morning hours of January 11, 2026.  Donna was born in Muncie, Indiana, on May 17, 1958, the daughter of Robert Eugene and Hazel Fern (King) Morgan.  She was a lifelong resident of Dunkirk, IN. She attended local schools and enjoyed watching movies, making jewelry, writing poetry, reading, and talking to her friends and family.  Donna also had a passion for animals, especially dogs. She is ...

Alice June Everist, 100, passed away at Lincolnshire Place in Muncie, Indiana, on January 8, 2026, surrounded by her family.  Alice was born on November 2, 1925, in Decatur, Indiana, the daughter of Carl and Marie Martz. Following high school, Alice went on to Ball State University and obtained her degree in nursing. As a Registered Nurse, she first practiced at Ball Hospital in Muncie in the maternity department.  She later practiced at the Children’s Clinic with Dr. ...

Jeniece Bright, 77, of Muncie, Indiana, passed away on January 6, 2026, at Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born on September 29, 1948, in Stern, Kentucky, to Crit and Bertha (Gibson) Cox. Jeniece was known as an extremely hard worker; her family often said she simply loved to work. She enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with those she loved most. Above all, Jeniece cherished her family. Her daughter Dana fondly remembers visits to amusement parks ...

Cornelia B. Murphy (Nealy), 80, passed away on January 6, 2026, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 12, 1945, in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, the daughter of Shelly and Rachel (Seuis) Butler. Following her graduation from high school, she married the love of her life, Michael Murphy, whom she met while he was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, serving in the Navy. Together they shared sixty years of marriage. Nealy worked as a ...

Kelly Ray Smith, 64, passed away on January 6, 2026, following a year-long battle with lung cancer.   Kelly Ray was born in Muncie, Indiana, on May 15, 1961, and spent time in Muncie and Parker City until his family moved to Honolulu, Hawaii, in the late 1960’s.  Upon returning to Muncie several years later, Kelly Ray attended Muncie Central where he played football and graduated in 1979.  Kelly Ray followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather ...

Betty June Dye, 82, passed away on January 6, 2026, at IU Methodist in Indianapolis, Indiana.  She was born on May 18, 1943, the daughter of Aruther and Prasiao (Gossett) Dye. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Charles F. Staggs, 97, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026. He was born on December 7, 1928. Charles proudly served in the Army and worked at Colonial Bakery. He was an avid fan of NASCAR, football, and fishing, and especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Elsie Staggs, his wife Genesse Staggs, his children Terry, Teresa, and Tony, his brothers Gene, Joe, Edgar, Ancil, Perry, and Jack, his sisters Charlene and Becky, and ...