Richard Craft

Richard "Rick" Craft, 61, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday November 21, 2024 at his residence.

He was born October 29, 1963 in Vincennes, IN to Charles N. Craft and Martha Ann (O'Donnell) Love.

Rick attended Terre Haute South High School and also attended IUPUC.  He worked at Acra Automotive for over 25 years and became a professional vehicle detailer.  He had a love for all sports.  Some of his favorites were, Indiana Pacers basketball, Chicago Cubs baseball or golfing with family and friends.  Music was Ricks lifeline.  For any situation or problem in his life, music was the solution.  He enjoyed listening to live bands, especially the Barnstormers.  Ricks greatest joy was his grandkids and spending time with his family.

Rick is survived by his daughter, Emily (husband, Justin) Casada; his sons, RJ (wife, Regina) Rardin and Matt (wife, Liz) Craft; his sisters,  Kay French, Rita Love-Dodd, Penny (husband, Jim) Robinson and Sue-Lynn Hicks; his brothers, Mick (wife, Leanna) Love, John (wife, Kathy) Love, Kevin (wife, Carla) Craft and Charles Craft; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his grandson, Zachary Rardin and his beloved pup Randy.

Visitation will be Monday, November 25, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 3 pm. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Sam Broermann officiating.

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

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Richard Craft memorial fund in care of Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison St., Shelbyville, IN  46176.

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