Roy Sneed

Roy Sneed, 85, of Dunkirk, passed away on Oct. 15, 2024, at Indiana University Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie.

Born on Dec. 15, 1938, in Glasgow, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Eddie Lee Sneed and Lizzie Merle Sneed. Roy proudly served in the United States Army and earned a master’s degree in education.

Roy was known for his love of golf, fishing and crossword puzzles. He was an avid reader and a true history buff, always eager to learn and share his knowledge.

He is survived by his loving wife, Claudia; his children, Weldon (Anita) Hines, Joe Hines, Angela (Marc) Isenburg and Terry Robinette; as well as his grandchildren, Joey Hines, Jessica (Cody) Runkle, Kade (Joni) Poore, Zac (Cheyenne) Dousa, Michael Dousa, Cassie Hines, Wendy (Benji) Thorsell, Ashley Robinette, James Robinette, Tiffany (Erya) Sioda and Cole Robinette. He also leaves behind great-grandchildren Clayton Runkle, Gage Hines, Declan Runkle, Finley Poore, Tucker Poore, Remington Dousa, Lakeland Dousa, Maverick Dousa, Finn Thorsell, Vincent Thorsell and Quinzel Thorsell; and a soon-to-arrive great-grandchild. He is also survived by brothers-in-law David Chenoweth, Guy (Sondra) Carter, John (Rita) Carter, Charles Carter and Joe Carter; and several nieces and nephews.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents; his sister Shirley Chenoweth; and his grandson Kyle Robinette.

His legacy will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

The family will receive friends on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Garden View Funeral Home, 10501 N. Indiana 3, Muncie, Indiana. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024, at noon, with one hour of visitation prior to the service. 

Condolences can be made at Garden View and Gardens of Memory.