Jay Overmyer

Jay A. Overmyer, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and a devoted member of the North Webster community, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Monday, March 11, 2024, at the age of 81. He was born in Hartford City on July 11, 1942, to his loving parents, Richard and Vivian Overmyer (Beetley).

In 1960, Jay graduated from Dunkirk High School, where he played basketball, and he went on to pursue further studies at Ball State University, where he also played basketball. Jay enjoyed many lasting friendships from his basketball career.

In his professional life, Jay was employed by Heaters Engineering as a sales engineer and also worked at Zimmer Biomet before retiring in 2005.

Outside of his professional life, Jay had a wide range of hobbies and interests that brought him joy such as singing in his church choir and as a member of the Chain-O-Lakes Barbershop Chorus.

He was an avid IU basketball fan who enjoyed woodworking and watching western movies (specifically John Wayne). Jay was a longtime involved member and lay leader of North Webster United Methodist Church. He actively contributed to the community as a member of the Sons of the American Legion and the Lions Club of North Webster, and by delivering for Meals on Wheels. He found peace and happiness being poolside or on the lake with family, indulging in fun activities like boating, swimming, fly fishing and kayaking.

Above all else, Jay treasured his family. He was a devoted husband to his wife of 27 years, Andrea Overmyer, and a loving father to Brad (Beth) Overmyer, Sean (Cheryl) Overmyer, Adrienne (Vern) Cranor, Angie (Mike Ousley) Shoemaker, Natalie (Ed) Legendre and Amanda (Joe) Fretz. He will be deeply missed by his grandchildren, Ashley (Chris) Afflerbach, Taylor Overmyer, Barret Overmyer, Blake Overmyer, Wyatt Cranor, Carter Cranor, Brody Jay Cranor, Andrew Shoemaker, Stephanie Gulley, Allison Ousley, Brayton Fretz and Meghan (Logan) DeMaa; as well as by his great-grandchildren. He was preceded in passing by his parents; granddaughter, Danielle Gulley; and brother, Jon Overmyer.

Titus Funeral Home of North Webster is entrusted with the care of Jay and his family. The visitation will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at the funeral home, 8056 E. 500N, North Webster. At 2 p.m., his Life Celebration service will begin with Pastor Bob Dailey officiating. Memorial gifts in honor of Jay may be given to Cancer Service of Northeast Indiana or to North Webster United Methodist Church. To leave a condolence or send flowers, please visit TitusFuneralHome.com.