Daniel V. Wickizer

Daniel V. Wickizer, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Franciscan Health Indianapolis.

He was born December 13, 1955, in Shelbyville, IN to Donald J. Wickizer, Jr. and Deloris (Moxley) Wickizer.

Dan graduated from Shelbyville High School with the class of 1974, where he excelled academically and was active on the swim team.  He then went on to graduate from Ball State University in 1982, earning his Bachelor of Science degree in accounting.  In May of 1985, he earned his CPA certificate on his first attempt on the test.  Dan had a love for music.  He played saxophone as well as many other instruments during his years with the Shelby Community Band.  He was also active with the Shelby Arts Council.  Dan was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, where he served as a member of the choir, a cantor and a lector.  He was an avid reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles and playing Tetris. He enjoyed sports and watching the Pacers play.  Dan's favorite times were spent making memories with his family, especially his grandsons.

He married Cynthia (Wolter) Wickizer on July 19, 1980, and she survives.

Dan is also survived by his sons, Matthew (wife, Mary) Wickizer of Greenwood and Benjamin Wickizer (Sunny Heis) of Shelbyville; his grandchildren, Liam and Isaac Wickizer; his sister, Diane (husband, Tim) Barrick of Shelbyville; his brother, David Wickizer; several cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Justin Barrick.

A  Rosary will be recited Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Services, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN. Visitation will follow from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, September 23, 2024, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 125 E. Broadway St., Shelbyville, IN with Father Mike Keucher officiating.

Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in his honor to Daniel's Grandchildren Fund in care of the funeral home.

Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Dan's family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.