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John Muncie Obituary
John R. Muncie, 83, of West Lafayette died Friday, January 22, 2016 at his home. He was born January 1, 1933, in Logansport to the late J. Warren and Dorothy Pacette Muncie. John graduated from Kokomo High School in 1951 and received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Indiana University. On June 14, 1969 he married Karin Hellman Howsmon in Lafayette and she survives. John taught Social Studies and was a Guidance Counselor at Tecumseh Junior High School retiring as Assistant Principal in 1992. He had fomerly taught and coached at Fowler, Paoli and Elkhart Schools. He was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church where he had been president of the church council and a Stephen Minister. John was also a member of the Kiwanis Club and enjoyed wintering in Florida, fishing, traveling, high school and college sports. Surviving along with his wife are his children Lynda S. Buckler (Mike) of Advance, NC, Colleen J. Muncie of New Braunfels, TX, David J. Muncie (Mary Jo) of San Antonio, TX, Gregg J. Howsmon (Debra) of Kingwood, TX, grandchildren Libby and Bret Buckler, John Guinn, Nicholas and Madisson Muncie, Adam, Daniel, Matthew and Hanna Howsmon and a great granddaughter Hadley Howsmon. John was preceded in death by a granddaughter Laura Howsmon. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Thursday at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Service will be 3:00 PM Thursday at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, Pastors David Doane and Jacob H. Hoffman officiating. Entombment will be at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens. Those wishing may contribute to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, March of Dimes or Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Sign the guest book and leave memories at www.soller-baker.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Muncie
Scott McDaniel
February 2, 2016
He was a very friendly and kind man. I remember him from school. He will be greatly missed.
Rod Allrich
February 1, 2016
John:
You were a wonderful man. So glad I knew you at Holy Trinity! I shall see you on the other side my friend.
Kay Burget Donnellan
February 1, 2016
I have great memories of the class I took from Mr. Muncie at Tecumseh. He was a fine teacher and had a uncanny ability to relate to young adults. May God;s love provide peace and comfort to your family during this time of transition.
Andrea Oswalt
January 29, 2016
I so sorry to hear of your loved ones passing. He will be greatly missed.
Chuck Herber
January 28, 2016
What a wonderful inspiration you have been to so many students and to us, your fellow administrators and teachers. You helped so many to travel the right way.
January 28, 2016
The Leverenz Family would like to express our sincere sympathy on the passing of Mr. Muncie. Mr. Muncie was a great mentor, leader, and father figure at Tecumseh Jr. High School. I appreciate his caring personality and always was there for everyone. May a special blessing of comfort be placed upon the Muncie Family.
Deb Talbott O'Malley
January 28, 2016
Our family has such wonderful memories of John! He was indeed a big teddy bear! He will be fondly remembered and missed by many! Karen, you and your family are in our prayers!
Kelly
January 28, 2016
Karin & family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. It was a honor to get to know and care for John, his determination was amazing. I know every time I swing my 3 iron during golf I will be thinking of him. Even though he retired from education, he was still teaching all of us that he encountered and he leaves such a legacy.
Jan and Gary Philpy
January 27, 2016
To Karin and the family--our thoughts and prayers are with you. John was such a delight, always smiling and such a "teddy bear", yet I remember him getting his point across very clearly in the various committees and task groups we shared at Holy Trinity. He will be missed.
Connie Biggs
January 27, 2016
Rest In Peace Mr. Muncie. I will never forget your history class. God Bless You and your family.
Antoinette Ferguson
January 27, 2016
I attended Tecumseh in the 80's and Mr. Muncie was a great man. Kind yet stern. We need more like him in the should today. My prayers for the whole family.
Frank Lane
January 27, 2016
I worked with John for many years when I was Guidance Director at Jeff. He was a kind,compassionate but firm administrator. He was a true professional and a joy to work with and be around. I send my condolences to his wife and family. Your wonderful memories will last forever. Frank Lane, McKinney, Texas
Grant's
January 27, 2016
Our condolences to you the Muncie family. May God comfort you & warm memories fill your hearts. 1Cor.1:3
Rose Rigdon
January 27, 2016
My kids had Mr.Muncie when they went to school at Tecumseh as a teacher & also as a principal.I saw him again out at the Lafayette Regional Rehab Hospital when my husband was out there a few months ago & talked with him..he was such a nice man..he will be missed. My thoughts go out to the family
Tami Dubiel Bock
January 27, 2016
RIP, Mr. Muncie. My thoughts and prayers to your family.
John Layton
January 27, 2016
John was a great mentor and role model for me. He was a strng assistant principal and always had a kind word or a funny story to tell to students and teachers alike. He loved what he did and loved Tecumseh. In retirement he came back often to end of year teacher retirement celebrations and kept the legacy of Tecumseh going for all of us. We will all miss John.
Jan Inskeep
January 27, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of John's passing and that I can't be there today, ironically in Sarasota. It's all been said-laugh, smile, hugs, a true "gentle"man. Love and prayers to you, Karin, Gregg and Debbie, and family.
Brandi
January 27, 2016
Mr. Muncie was a great vice-principal at Tecumseh. He had a firm hand when needed and a sweetheart when that was needed also. RIP Mr. Muncie. <3
Amanda Bingaman
January 27, 2016
Mr. Muncie will be missed. I have pictures of him from our end of the year trip at Tecumseh. He was a good teacher and principal.My condolances to the family.
Kevin Hicks
January 27, 2016
As another student at Tecumseh in the late 80's, I felt compelled to sign the guestbook, like many others have done. I think the mark of a good educator is that they're memorable, and they had an impact on the life of a child. Mr. Muncie was very memorable, and impacted MANY children, myself included. I strongly believe that the world would be a better place right now if we had more people like Mr. Muncie to keep kids in check during their formative years. You didn't dare get out of line with Mr. Muncie around, and while he loved all of us dearly, he didn't care about our "feelings", or whether we all got trophies, he cared about raising men and women who could make good decisions and become meaningful contributors to society. We need more people like him today. Rest well, Mr. Muncie. Thank you for keeping us kids in line. You had a lasting effect on many of us.
rhonda logsdon valentine
January 27, 2016
What a great teacher and person. Always had a nice encouragement and something funny to say. Prayers lifted for his family, may God give you strength and comfort.
Don & Sue Lambert
January 27, 2016
John will be long remembered for his big heart, his big laugh and his big hugs. He was a wonderful person and will be missed. Our condolences and prayers to Karin and the family.
Jeff Burns
January 26, 2016
Very good person and good friend to my father. I have very fond memories spending time tagging along with the teachers, fishing at Reel foot Lake. He was always enjoyable to be around. Rest in peace Mr Muncie.
Jeff Olsen
January 26, 2016
Mr.Mr. Muncie was a great vice principal when I attended Tecumseh Jr High. Prayers to the family.
Jamie Cooper
January 26, 2016
He helped make me the man I am today.
Kelly Benton
January 26, 2016
Such a wonderful man. You were a wonderful teacher and role model. From the last of the "Carter Kids"
Kelly Carter Benton
Former Tecumseh Student.
Tecumseh Student
Becky Grenat Dunker
January 26, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Mr. Muncie had quite a presence in school, very respected man. Comfort, prayers and healing to you and your family.
Tonja (Nicholas) Wharff
January 26, 2016
No one could ever forget that smile and his laugh! He was just a big teddy bear! God Speed Mr Muncie! Prayers to the entire family.
Jody Selleck
January 26, 2016
He was a real inspiration. Major role model for many in this community. Always had a smile for anyone on his face. Genuinely great man. Will be missed by many. Rest in peace Mr. Muncie.
Jonathan Clark
January 26, 2016
To the family of John Muncie: he was our rock and a very respected person at Tecumseh Junior High School. He was very much a part of who I've become today. We'll all miss him. Prayers sent to all of you in this time.
Kristin McKinley
January 26, 2016
Mr. Muncie was a fixture in the halls at Tecumseh when I was there in the mid to late 1980's. I remember him saying hello when I would stop to talk to my friends in the hall before lunch. Thanks for sharing him with us kids. Praying for comfort and healing for you all.
January 26, 2016
God Bless you Mr. Muncie. You were an amazing role model, and I had fun with you through the halls. Love Derek Long.
Maria Alvarado
January 26, 2016
To the Muncie Family: I'm so sorry to hearing of his passing. You are all in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time...From a former student at Tecumseh
Kim Finney
January 26, 2016
My deepest sympathy to you and your family Colleen. May god bring you comfort and strength in this difficult time.
Nancy Burge
January 26, 2016
I have great memories of John (and of Karin,too) while teaching at Tecumseh Junior High.. an imposing, well-respected and loving figure with his hearty laugh and great smile. Thoughts and prayers from our family to yours,
Love, Nancy Burge and family
Wilk & Sherry Terry
January 26, 2016
So sorry to hear of John's passing...
We have many good memories of times spent with John & Karin as well as fishing trips with Wilk & John & others thru the years..
Prayers for comfort & strength for Karin and his family thru this difficult time & in the days ahead..
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there; I did not die.
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