Raymond C. “Craig” Fuller
Raymond C. “Craig” Fuller, 67, of Galveston, passed away unexpectedly early Monday morning November 25, 2024, at his home. He was born March 6, 1957, in Mayfield, Kentucky, to Raymond J. Fuller and Hilda (Jones) Fuller-Bowne. Craig was a generous and loving man who could tell a great story and make anyone laugh.
Craig retired from Chrysler Transmission in Kokomo with over 27 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, flying RC planes, target shooting, and barbecuing with his friends and family. Craig proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1976–1980 and was a member of UAW Local #685, Kokomo.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Jeff Angus of Kokomo, his grandchildren, Axel and Summer Angus of Kokomo, brothers, Gary Fuller of Kokomo, Brian (Brenda) Fuller of White Pigeon, Michigan, and Dennis (Mary) Fuller of Kokomo. He is also survived by nieces and nephews Keith Fuller, Jamie Foster, Lindsey Foster, and Emily Fuller. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Visitation will take place from 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Friday, November 29, 2024, at Murray Weaver Funeral Home in Galveston. Memorial services will follow visitation at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Breast Cancer Research at www.breastcancer.org.
Mattie Sue Bryant
Mattie Sue Bryant, 91, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away November 27, 2024. She was born on February 6, 1933, in Loudon, TN, the daughter of Fred O. and Margaret Roberts (Jackson). On April 17, 1999, she married Sam Bryant who survives.
Mattie enjoyed reading, cooking, and traveling. She was a Sunday school teacher at the First Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. Mattie retired from Delco Electronics in 1988.
Surviving relatives include her husband Sam Bryant of Kokomo, IN; one son, Terry Bryant of Kokomo, IN; five daughters, Brenda Shafer (Terry) of Gas City, IN; Linda Goodnight; Debbie Hickey; Pam Heady all of Kokomo, IN; Janine Crane (Steve) of Belmont, NC; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter Billie Hunter, two sons David and Robert Melton.
Visitation will be 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Sunset Memory Garden Funeral Home. Funeral services 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Sunset Memory Garden Funeral Home, 2097 West Alto Road Kokomo, Indiana 46902. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery. Share a memory with the family at www.sunsetmemorygarden.com.
Gary Allan Langley Jr.
Gary Allan Langley Jr., 55, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at IU North Hospital in Carmel, while surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born on July 24, 1969, to his parents, Gary Langley Sr. and Linda (Reecer) Langley. Gary married the love of his life, Pamela Holliday on July 22, 1989. They shared 35 years of marriage and a lifetime of beautiful memories.
Anyone who truly knew Gary would tell you of all his talents and abilities. He had a range of interests, many unique and impressive. In Gary’s younger years, he was a tattoo artist. His abilities in art carried over to custom pool cues. Originally, Gary wanted to be a professional pool player, his dream shifted to the constructing of pool cues, and he gained incredible success. In fact, he had the honor of making several custom cues for Keith McCready, who was at one time considered among the top pool professionals in America. Gary wasn’t just restricted to making pool cues. He was a gifted blacksmith and could make just about anything. Gary also enjoyed hunting and restoring old cars. He owned a 1970 Nova that he was thrilled to restore to its original beauty. It’s safe to say that Gary had an appreciation for history, world history as well as family history. He was part of war reenactment and was also part of a Viking group. Not only was it an honor to be part of organizations that share our country’s heritage, but it was rewarding to teach others about important historical events that they might not otherwise learn about. Gary was able to take his interests and teach others so often in his life. This growth and knowledge will continue through future generations with Gary’s study of family genealogy. This was yet another gift he lived out and has now left for his loved ones.
Gary graduated from Tipton High School in the class of 1987. He was employed with Bottcher Incorporated as Safety Coordinator for the past 20 years. Gary enjoyed his work very much and was always a dependable guy, not only at work but also for his family. Gary was a people person! For his family, he was involved, fully present, and offered unconditional support; his playful razzing and continuous teasing was the cherry on top. For his friends, he was able to be a safe place and sounding board. He authentically cared for others. He valued the connections he had in his life and appreciated people for who they were and what they had to bring to the table. Gary’s family jokes that he was the smartest uneducated man in the world. He was truly intelligent, but he also understood people, and their needs and had the ability to meet them where they were to share his wisdom. Gary was an amazing man with a beautiful heart. He will be truly missed for the gift he was in so many lives!
Those left to carry on Gary’s legacy of love are his wife, Pam Langley; mother, Linda Langley; children, Holly Whitehead (Andrew), Blaze Langley (Callie); grandchildren, Hallee Whitehead, Audree Whitehead, Maddee Whitehead, Blayson Langley, Otto Langley; sister, Charlene Jones (Matt); nephew, Shaun Jones; and niece, Cheyenne Jones.
Gary was welcomed into Heaven by his father, Gary Langley; grandparents, William “Homer” & Belva Reecer, and Paul & Marie Langley.
A funeral service celebrating Gary’s life will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home, located at 314 N. Main St. in Tipton. Visitation for family and friends will take place prior to the service from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Gary’s honor may be made to Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home to offset funeral expenses. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home during visitation.
Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home is honored to serve the Langley family in their time of need.
Kathy Anne Alexander
Kathy Anne Alexander was born on July 24, 1948, and passed away on November 26, 2024, and is under the care of Ellers Mortuary & Crematory Center.
Public Visitation will be held on December 4, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Ellers Mortuary & Crematory Center, 3400 S. Webster Street, Kokomo, Indiana. Funeral Service will be held on December 4, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Ellers Mortuary & Crematory Center, 3400 S. Webster Street, Kokomo, Indiana. Entombment will be held on December 4, 2024, at 2:15 p.m. at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery.
Joyce Yvonne West
Joyce Yvonne West, 86, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away November 26, 2024. She was born on August 10, 1938, in Canadian, Texas, the daughter of St. Elmo Murray and Callie Vandora (Hodges) King.
Joyce was a longtime member of the Church of Christ. She enjoyed sewing and her work as a seamstress. She was an incredibly hard worker and capable of many different things.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Yvonne (Robert) Petty, Paul (Becki) West, Janetta McVay; grandchildren, Jennifer (Aaron) Maple, Shawn (Laura) Petty, Matthew (Hallie) Petty, Jessica (Tim) Swann, Jonathan Bright, Michael (Mary) Allen, Briana McVay, Gillian and Elise West; great-grandchildren, Theo Maple, Callie Maple, Flynn Petty, Asbury Petty.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of 58 years, Edward; daughter, Angela West; siblings, Joe King, Harold King, Martha Serafin, John King and James King.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Sunset Memory Garden Funeral Home from 11:00 a.m. until the start of funeral services at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery in Kokomo, Indiana. Share a memory with the family at www.sunsetmemorygarden.com.
Kevin Lunceford
Kevin Lunceford, aged 64, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2024, in his hometown of Peru, Indiana. Born on April 2, 1960, to Aden Eugene and Collen Sue Lunceford, Kevin's life was defined by his humor, selflessness, and loving nature.
A proud graduate of Peru High School, Kevin carried the spirit of his community throughout his life. He bravely served his country in the Air Force, a testament to his enduring dedication to service and community. After his military career, Kevin spent 16 years working at Napa Auto Parts in the warehouse, where his colleagues respected him for his hard work and camaraderie. At the time of his passing, he was a valued employee at Walmart in Wabash, where his presence was a bright light to both customers and coworkers.
Kevin's life was rich with interests and passions that he shared generously with those around him. His love for the outdoors was evident in his countless camping and fishing trips, which brought him immeasurable joy and peace. Family was the cornerstone of Kevin's life, and he cherished the simple pleasures of going to the movies and enjoying dinners with his loved ones. His passion for fireworks led him to work with Foreman Blaster, creating spectacular firework displays that awed and delighted audiences.
Christmas was Kevin's favorite time of year, a season that perfectly reflected his giving spirit and capacity for joy. He was also a devoted fan of the Hallmark Channel, which mirrored his appreciation for heartfelt storytelling and happy endings.
Kevin's sense of humor was unparalleled, and he had the innate ability to bring laughter to any room he entered. He was selfless in his actions, always thinking of others before himself, and his loving nature made him a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend.
He leaves behind a loving family: his wife Judy Lunceford; his daughter Amy Lunceford and Ben Hibbs; his mother Collen Sue Lunceford; his brothers Jason and Ron Lunceford; and his best friend Paul and Gina Foreman and daughter Paris. Kevin was predeceased by his father Aden Eugene Lunceford, his brother Terry Lunceford, and his best friend Willy Kinser.
Kevin's legacy is one of laughter, love, and the selfless service of his community and country. His presence will be deeply missed, yet his spirit will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him.
As we say goodbye to Kevin Lunceford, we celebrate a life well-lived, a heart well-loved, and a man who embodied the very best of us. He will be remembered not only for the joy he brought into our lives but also for the example he set on how to live life with kindness, generosity, and a touch of humor.
In honoring Kevin's memory, we carry forward the light of his spirit, remembering always his laughter, his unwavering love, and the happiness he found in life's simplest pleasures. Kevin's story does not end here; it lives on in the hearts of those he touched, a story of a life that will continue to inspire and warm us in times to come.
Rose Darline Kraus
Rose Darline Kraus, 77, of Greentown, passed peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, in her home. She was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on September 27,1947, the daughter of the late Alvin & Viola (Duncan) Climer. On May 30, 1978, she married Gaylon “Larry” Kraus in Lincoln, Nebraska, and he survives.
Rose attended Sandsprings, Oklahoma, High School, graduating in 1965. She was a bookkeeper for an insurance company for many years. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, and loved reading her Bible daily, and listening to any and all prophecy stories. Her favorite hobbies include sewing, crocheting, and quilting.
In addition to her husband Larry, Rose is survived by her children, Melanie and husband, Wesley Hansen, and Lori Kraus; grandchildren, Caleb Hansen, Jacob Hansen, Noah Kraus, Jordan Kraus, Ethan Kraus, and Ella Kraus; and sisters, Wanda Hansard, Geraldine Leavell, and Imogene Anderson.
Rose was preceded in death by her parents.
Private burial will take place in Greenlawn Cemetery. Hasler-Stout Funeral Home in Greentown has been entrusted with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.hasler-stout.com.