Daniel Dee Tibbett, Jr., 53, passed away at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 8,
2026, at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield. He was born on February 29,
1972, in Portland, Oregon, the son of Daniel Dee Tibbett, Sr. and Sharon Youngs.
He was a member of the Indian Creek Church in Franklin Township. He enjoyed
NASCAR, rodeos and shooting. He was an avid law enforcement and first responder
supporter. He loved to cook and always wanted to open a restaurant. He is
survived by his daughter, Hope (Jason) Tibbett of Greensburg; his son, Lakota
(Kaitlyn) Tibbett of Connersville; his sisters, Trinelle Sullivan of Washington
and Lisa Ross of Texas; his brothers, Victor Joli of Washington and Timothy Joli
of Oregon and two grandchildren, Everlee Ruble and Orion Tibbett. He was
preceded in death by his parents. Daniel will be cremated and burial will be on
Friday, January 16, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Rodney Cemetery. A Celebration of Life
will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Fairland Northwood
Christian Church, 4851 W. CR 500 N., Fairland, IN 46126. Bass & Gasper Funeral
Home in Westport has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. Online
condolences can be made to the family at www.bassgasper.com