He was born Feb. 4, 1926, in Elkhart to Elmer R. and Irene (Walter) Myers. On Nov. 12, 1947, in Goshen, he married Sherry D. Michael.

She survives, along with three daughters, Sandy L. (Craig) Badman and Wendy K. (Jeff) Stevens, both of Elkhart, and Sally A. (Michael) Halker of Dalton, Ga.; two grandsons; three stepgrandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Richard Myers.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, and one hour prior to the 11 a.m. Saturday funeral service at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 405 W. Beardsley Ave., Elkhart. The Rev. Dr. William Hemmig of the church will officiate. Burial will follow in Rice Cemetery.

Mr. Myers had been a general contractor in the Elkhart area for many years and was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church. He was a 1944 graduate of Elkhart High School. After graduation, he joined the U.S. Navy, serving during World War II, and was honorably discharged in 1946. He was a master carpenter and woodworker and also enjoyed antique cars, archery and fishing.

Memorials may be given to St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 405 W. Beardsley Ave., Elkhart, IN 46514. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.billingsfuneralhome.com.