David Paul Stahly

David Paul Stahly was born June 24, 1947, in Wolf Lake, Indiana, to Daniel J. and Mabel (Wright) Stahly. 

He married his high school sweetheart, Joy Ann Moore, on June 4, 1965. They both graduated from Cromwell High School in 1965 and moved to Tipton one year later. They shared over 60 years of love and partnership. Together they raised three children: Jeffery (Mary Beth) of Pendleton, IN; Dee Ann of Scottsdale, AZ; and Douglas (Krista) of Indianapolis, IN. 

David loved watching his five grandchildren grow up: Audrey Hoff (James) of Alexandria, VA; Libby Guzman (Brock) of Fishers, IN; David J. Stahly of Pendleton, IN; Charlie Stahly of Indianapolis, IN; and Auggie Stahly of Indianapolis, IN. 

He is survived by his beloved wife Joy and siblings Bruce Stahly (Tom Van Cleave) of Grand Marais, MN; Esther Sickle (Bill) of Zionsville, IN; and brother-in-law John Etchinson of Anderson, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his younger sister, JoAnn Etchinson. 

Dave was a fixture in Tipton for over 60 years. He worked at Tipton Automotive as a counterman for 54 years and spent many years as a coach to his children and countless others at Tipton Little League. When his children were younger, you could find him at countless sporting events at Tipton High School. Even though he did not move to Tipton until he was 19 years old, he was a Blue Devil through and through. Dave’s dedication to the Colts was legendary at work, home and church. He often bragged, in truth, that he was a Colts fan before they moved to Indianapolis. His dedication to family and community touched many lives.

 Dave and Joy were active members of West Street Christian Church, where Dave sang in the choir and served as a deacon. His faith and service were central to his life. 

The family would like to thank the cancer team at IU Health, especially Dr. Moore in the ENT department, and the staff at IU Methodist for their kindness and compassionate care. 

Visitation will be Saturday, December 20, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the West Street Christian Church with a service to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Ashley Sherard presiding.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions made to West Street Christian Church, 132 North West Street, Tipton, IN, 46072.

Young-Nichols Funeral Home is honored to assist the Stahly family with Dave’s arrangements. Online condolences may be left on his obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.

He will be remembered for his kindness, his laughter, and his unwavering love for family and community.