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Daniel Tibbett Obituary

Daniel Dee Tibbett, Jr., 53, passed away at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield. He was born on February 29, 1972, in Portland, Oregon, the son of Daniel Dee Tibbett, Sr. and Sharon Youngs. He was a member of the Indian Creek Church in Franklin Township. He enjoyed NASCAR, rodeos and shooting. He was an avid law enforcement and first responder supporter. He loved to cook and always wanted to open a restaurant. He is survived by his daughter, Hope (Jason) Tibbett of Greensburg; his son, Lakota (Kaitlyn) Tibbett of Connersville; his sisters, Trinelle Sullivan of Washington and Lisa Ross of Texas; his brothers, Victor Joli of Washington and Timothy Joli of Oregon and two grandchildren, Everlee Ruble and Orion Tibbett. He was preceded in death by his parents. Daniel will be cremated and burial will be on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Rodney Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Fairland Northwood Christian Church, 4851 W. CR 500 N., Fairland, IN 46126. Bass & Gasper Funeral Home in Westport has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.bassgasper.com

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Published by The Shelbyville News on Jan. 15, 2026.

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January 22, 2026

Why wasn't it mentioned that Daniel worked as a DSP Worker? He was working with the developmental disability, I met Daniel when he was working with one of his clients where I live at. Daniel was an awesome guy who really cared alot for the ones around him. We all felt sorry for him because he was having to live in his car quite a bit. When we heard he had to be hospitalized due to problems with his leg or legs that's the last we heard about him until now which was a complete shock! I'm so sorry to hear of this news, he will definitely be missed around here. Fly high my Sweet Friend. God Bless.

Nichole

January 20, 2026

Thank you for being a light in the dark. I will miss you, friend. You were genuine and one of a kind. You left a great mark on the world and you made the world a better place because you were in it.

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