Michael R. Babbitt, 83, of Shelbyville, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at MHP Medical Center. He was born on September 28, 1942, in New Castle, Indiana, to Marshall Foch Babbitt and Juanita Jeanne (Sutton) Babbitt.

Mike is survived by his wife, Kathy J. (Cover) Babbitt, with whom he shared over 45 loving years of marriage.

 Mike graduated from New Castle High School with the Class of 1960. Following his graduation, he joined the United States Air Force, where he served his country honorably. After moving to Shelbyville in 1966 and serving in various community roles for over two decades, he spent 32 years as an owner and operator of a local Allstate Insurance Agency, retiring in 2019. A dedicated community member, Mike belonged to several organizations, including the Lions Club, the Elks Club, and American Legion Post #70. He also served as a past president and board member of the Shelbyville Parks Board. An avid golfer and pickleball player, Mike also loved being outdoors and enjoyed fishing and camping.

 In addition to his wife, Mike is survived by his children: daughter Lori Lynn Babbitt; sons Marshall Todd (Jean) Babbitt and Michael Tyler (Kasia) Babbitt; and daughter Natalie Marie (Rodney) McCracken. He leaves behind a large and loving family of grandchildren: Nicholas Angelo Veneri, Brittney Danielle (Justin) Douglas, Steven William (Alyssa) Babbitt, Sara Lewis, Columbus "Cole" Clark West, Taylor Marie Babbitt, Jadon Clay McCracken, Julia Elizabeth McCracken, Josie Marie McCracken, Jemma Kate McCracken, James Thomas McCracken, and Anna Maria Babbitt. He will also be missed by his 15 great-grandchildren, his sister, Sharon Kay Clore, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Pamela Sue Snell.

 A gathering of family and friends will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, located at 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176.

 A Celebration of Life will immediately follow at the funeral home, with Reverend Corlis Dees officiating.

 Burial will take place in Forest Hill Cemetery, with military honors conducted by local veteran organizations.

 Funeral directors Greg Parks, Sheila Parks, and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Mike's family.

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