Vernon Ray Blucker

Vernon Blucker, 81, of Goshen, died on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at his home.

He was born August 7, 1944, in New Paris, to Ervin and Clara (Miller) Blucker.

Surviving Vernon are children Deanna Yoder, Edwardsburg, Michigan, and Dana (Heather) Blucker, Millersburg; grandchildren, Chase and Kaitlyn Blucker; step-daughter Renee Chesterfield, Elkhart; step-granddaughters Ali Lopez and Angie Rouch; and siblings Diann Grise, Goshen, and Dan (Carol) Blucker, Elkhart.

Vernon was a member of the First Baptist Church in Goshen and was a long-time truck driver. He was a 1962 graduate of New Paris High School. Vernon enjoyed collecting classic cars and playing cards, especially Euchre.

Visitation will take place on Friday, January 23, 2026, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. funeral service at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. Rev. Brant VanHooser will officiate. Burial will follow at Elkhart Prairie Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to First Baptist Church.