Mary Melissa Burchett

Mary Melissa Burchett, 91, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, November 21, 2025 at Waldron Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.

She was born December 14, 1933 in Albany, KY to James "Snake" Craig and Gertrude (Norris) Craig.

Mary spent her younger years down in Albany Kentucky before moving to Shelbyville in 1960.  She worked at Admiral for several years before working at Hardee's and Cagney's. Mary was a former member of the Shelbyville Moose Lodge #2118, as well as, the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 766.  She was an avid doll collector and fan of George Jones.  She was very artistic and enjoyed coloring as her favorite pastime.  Mary also enjoyed the outdoors and sitting outside.

She is survived by her son, Bill (wife, Denise) Burchett of Shelbyville, IN; granddaughter, Ronda Cox of Columbus, IN; her grandson, Billy (wife, Brittany) Burchett, Jr of Greenwood, IN; her granddaughter, Misti (husband, Eddie) Adkins of Shelbyville, IN; her step-granddaughter, Franetta (husband, Nick)  Newman of Wisconsin; her step-grandson, Thomas Walters of Shelbyville, IN; 14 great-great grandchildren, 7 step-grandchildren and 16 great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and her sister-in-law, Leona Craig of Shelbyville, IN.

She was preceded in death by her parents; 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

Visitation will be Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Jose Rivera officiating.

Burial will be in Whispering Hope Memorial Gardens.

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

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