Billy E. "Bill" Stunkard , age 83 of Elwood, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Elwood Health & Living after an extended illness.  He was born September 17, 1939 in Hobbs, the son of Ray and Mildred (Moon) Stunkard.  Bill was a 1958 graduate of Tipton High School.  He worked at Steel Parts Corporation in Tipton for 30 years in production and forklift operation and retired in 2002 .  He also formerly worked at Continental Can Corporation in Elwood for several years after high school.  Bill married Marlyn A. Trout on September 10, 1963, and they shared over 59 years of marriage together.

Bill was known for smoking his pipe on a regular basis and especially enjoyed watching Butler and the Chicago Cubs ballgames. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and formerly enjoyed camping with his family.  Bill was a member of the Alexandria Eagles Lodge.  More than anything, Bill treasured the time he spent with his family, and he will be greatly missed.

Billy's family includes his wife, Marlyn Stunkard of Elwood; son, Herschell Stunkard of Elwood; 3 siblings, Pat Cates of Tipton, Wilma Kelley of Fort Wayne, and Dana Stunkard of Elwood; and several nieces and nephews.  Bill was preceded in death by his parents and two siblings, Jean Dockery and Larry Stunkard.

A funeral service celebrating Bill's life will take place on Monday, February 6, 2023 at Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home in Elwood with Rev. Roger Gardner, officiating.  Visitation will be held from 12 to 2 pm prior to the funeral on Monday at Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home.  Cremation will follow the services and burial will take place at a later date in Forrestville Cemetery.  Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.copherfeslermay.com.