Lew McKibben

Lew F. McKibben, age 64, of Portland passed away Friday, Sept. 17, 2021, at his residence.

He was born in Portland on Aug. 9, 1957, the son of Kenneth and Helen (Hess) McKibben. He was married on June 16, 1984, to Sherri Beck who survives.

Lew had worked as a case worker for welfare and family and children services in Randolph County. He was a member of Portland Friends Church and a 1975 Portland High School graduate. Lew enjoyed antique restoration and was an antique and unique watch collector.

Surviving are his wife Sherri; one son, Sean McKibben (wife: Tiffany) of Muncie; two daughters, Erin McKibben (boyfriend: Aaron Moore) of Portland and Kyla Smith (husband: Derek) of Muncie; and three grandchildren, Gracelynn, Tate and Daviia.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, at 5 p.m. in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home with Pastor Herb Hummel presiding. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m.

Memorials can be made to Moody Bible Institute or Jesus Film Project.

Condolences may be expressed at bairdfreeman.com.