McKee Mortuary, Inc.

McKee Mortuary Inc., located at 1401 State Road 114 West in historic North Manchester, Indiana, has been a cornerstone of compassionate funeral care for the community since its founding in 1963. Originally envisioned by local minister Leonard Custer, the facility was designed to provide a premier funeral home with chapel-style parlors and ample off-street parking—a forward-thinking concept that has served families well for decades. Over the years, the building has been thoughtfully modified to accommodate growth and to ensure accessibility for all, including wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking.

The mortuary’s rich history is rooted in family stewardship. In 1968, Darwin and Valeria DeLaughter purchased the business, and in 1992, Mike and Kelly McKee joined as partners. When the DeLaughter family retired in 2007, the McKees became sole owners. Following Mike McKee’s retirement in 2014, Kelly McKee has continued as the sole owner, carrying on a legacy of personalized, dignified service. With over 90 years of combined funeral service experience, the dedicated staff at McKee Mortuary stands ready to serve families with integrity, expertise, and meticulous attention to every detail.

McKee Mortuary offers a full range of distinctive, personal, and affordable services designed to honor each loved one in a way that is unique and meaningful. These include traditional funeral services, cremation services, and monument selection through McKee Mortuary Inc. & Monuments, which has assisted families with cemetery monuments for nearly forty years. The mortuary also provides grief support resources, including a year-long grief message program to offer hope and healing during the difficult first year after a loss.

Conveniently situated on State Road 114, the mortuary serves not only North Manchester but also the surrounding communities of Laketon, Silver Lake, Claypool, Sidney, Bippus, and Urbana. With a stellar 4.8-star rating from 37 reviews, McKee Mortuary is recognized for its unwavering commitment to compassionate care. Whether families are making immediate arrangements or planning ahead, the staff ensures that every wish is known and respected, providing a steady presence when it is needed most.