Richard W. McKee, 83, of Silver Lake, Ind., died at 9:50 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27, 2014, in Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester, Ind.

He was born Aug. 22, 1930, in North Manchester to Francis D. “Jake” and Mildred (Michael) McKee. He graduated from Central High School, North Manchester class of 1949. He served in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict 1951-1955.

On Oct. 15, 1955, he married Carol A. Schenkel. He was a production manager at Peabody Seating, North Manchester for 34 years and retired in 1984.

He was a member of Moose #1518 & American Legion Post #286. He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, making people laugh and was an avid golfer.

He is survived by his wife: Carol A. McKee, Silver Lake, Ind.; one son: Tony (Cheryl) McKee, Dover, Del.; one daughter: Lori (Ralph Jr.) Dotson, Silver Lake; five grandchildren and one great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by four brothers: Jack, Bobbie, Billie and Thomas.

Visitation is from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Jan. 31, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 W., North Manchester. Services will be at noon Friday, Jan. 31, at McKee Mortuary. Pastor J. P. Freeman will officiate. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester.

Memorials may be made to Peabody Caring Circle, 400 W. Seventh St., North Manchester, IN 46962.