Paul Howard Dayton, 63, of Muncie, passed away on October 6, 2016. He was born March 19, 1953, to Howard and Dorothy Dayton.

Paul graduated from Wes-Del High School in Gaston, IN, and went on to own and operate Mr. Muffler for 15 years and to work at Duffy Tool for many years.

Paul married Nancy Clanin on April 7, 1977, and spent 39 wonderful years by her side. He enjoyed fishing and spending time at the lakes with his family. He also enjoyed wood working of any kind, especially building shelving and furniture.

Paul is survived by his parents, Howard and Dorothy Dayton; wife, Nancy; daughter, Sherri Feuston; grandchildren Brittney, Brandon, Kayleigh, and Kaleb; great-granddaughter, Ka-Leeah; and sister Nancy Beard. He was preceded in death by his sister, Cindy Villa.

The family would like to thank I.U. Ball Memorial Hospice for their wonderful care of Paul during his illness.