Joseph Richard McKee

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Joseph Richard McKee, 94, passed away on July 16, 2021 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

He was born in Clay County, the son of Rory and Hadiss McKee on March 24, 1927. After high school, Joseph served in the United State Navy.

Joseph held many jobs in his life time including being a truck driver and most recently a custodian at the Vigo County School Corporation.

Joseph enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, and spending time his all his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and wife; Laura McKee.

Survivors include his daughters; Joyce Shepard (Kenny), Jana McKee, step sons; Lloyd Scott (Connie), brothers; Leland McKee, sister; Genevia McKee, 17 grandchildren, 15+ great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be Tuesday, July 20, 2021 from 11:00-1:00 at Schoppenhorst Funeral Home, 301 East Eighth Street Clay City, Indiana, 47841. Services will be held on Tuesday at 1:00 at the funeral home with burial following at Maple Grove Cemetery.

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