FULTON COUNTY INDIANA

OBITUARIES

1996

The Rochester Sentinel

Jean C. and Wendell C. Tombaugh

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The Rochester Sentinel

1996

Tuesday, January 2, 1996

John W. Sawyer IV

Feb. 12, 1912 - Dec. 31, 1995

John Wesley SAWYER IV, 83, 5109 Mt. Zion Road, died at 4 p.m. Sunday at North Broward Medical Center, Pompano Beach, Fla.

He was born in Horicon, Wis., to John W. III and Emma BOGDA WINKELMAN SAWYER. On July 10, 1935, in South Bend, he married Rachel HARGRAVE, who survives. He was retired from an automobile dealership in Rochester, and had been a resident of Rochester for 56 years. He was a member of the Manitou Moose Lodge, charter member of the Rochester Lions Club, graduate of Onarga Military Academy, and an avid supporter of American Billiard Championships.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Cynthia SAWYER, Valparaiso; two sons, Jack and wife Sandy [SAWYER] and Tom and wife Jan [SAWYER], both of Rochester; five grandchildrem, Rob and wife Beth SAWYER; Leah and Nathan SAWYER , both of Rochester; John VI and wife Robin SAWYER and Ann SAWYER, both of Indianapolis; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. O.W. (Esther) BOGDA, Milwaukee, Wis. Preceding in death were one brother, Ray WINKELMAN; and one sister, Norma SAWYER

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be in the Mount Zion Cemetery, Rochester Township. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Wednesday and one hour prior to services on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Leone Abbott

April 18, 1912 - Dec. 31, 1995

Leone ABBOTT, 83, 229 W. Third St., died at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Richland Township to Albert and Ethel NEWCOMB McGRIFF. She was married to Harold C. ABBOTT, who died in 1973. She lived her entire life in Fulton and Marshall counties. She owned and operated the former Abbott’s Grocery Store for 35 years. She was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Evergreen Rebekah Lodge No. 57, and was a 60-year member of the Neighborly Club, all of Rochester.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Doris LEHMAN and Mrs. Jack (Jane) SUMMERS, both of Rochester; one son, Donald and wife Lois ABBOTT, Rochester; five grandchildren, Shane LEHMAN, Rocheter; Lanae ORBIK, Noblesville, Brian and Todd ABBOTT, both of Rochester; and Kevin ABBOTT, Granger; four great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Charles (Mildred) GOHEE, Culver. Preceding in death were one sister, Florence GIBBONS, 1995; and three brothers, Orville, Roy and Ray [McGRIFF].

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester; with the Revs. David C. HOGSETT and Jeffrey S. TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m today and from 9 a.m. through the hour of service on Wednesday at the funeral home. The Evergeen Rebekah Lodge No. 57 will conduct memorial services at 7 p.m. today in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Heart Fund or a favorite charity.

Dwight G. Beard

April 5, 1916 - Dec. 29, 1995

Dwight G. BEARD, 79, 7741 W. Mitchell Drive, Phoenix, Ariz., died Friday in Arizona.

He was born to Lloyd and Ruth BEARD. He was a graduate of Purdue University, and spent many years in the family business of Wild Cat Turkey Farm before starting to work for the Farmers Home Administration in 1965. He was a county supervisor for 18 years in Indiana, Nebraska and Arizona. He served as co-pilot of a B-24 Liberator bomber during World War II and achieved the rank of Second Lieutenant.

Survvig are his wife, Sue BEARD; four sons, Charles A. BEARD, Jeffrey W ADAMS, Mark T. BEARD, and Timothy Scott BEARD; two daughters, Julia A. HALSMER and Billie GINTHER HOFMANN; grandchidren, Justin and Jessica GINTHER, Michael and Susan HOFMANN, Lisa WATKINS, Kathy CARMICHAEL, Gregory, Peter, Paul and Joseph ADAMS, Scott BEARD and Erica BEARD KNOX, Amanda, Marlena and Robyn HALSMER; Christopher, Jeremy and Stephanie BEARD, and Shaun Wales BEARD, Jessica and Jeremiah CAMPBELL BEARD; and great-grandchildren, Nicholas Rhyan ADAMS, Cody Allen KNOX, Bryan WATKINS, and Charlie HOFMANN.

Services will be at 11 a.m Wednesday at Christ Presbyterian Church, Phoenix, Ariz.

May C. Zumbaugh

March 30, 1932 - Jan. 1, 1996

May C. CHERRY ZUMBAUGH, 63, 6127 Flushing Ave., Maspeth Queens, N.Y., died at 1:30 a.m. Monday at Monsigor Fritzpatrick Pavilion, Jamica Queens, N.Y.

She was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Arthur and Anna CHERRY. She was from a family of 10 children. In 1949, in New York, she married Lamar ZUMBAUGH, who died on July 19, 1991. She lived most of her life in New York and was a resident of Rocheter for 10 years. She was a waitress and a homemaker.

Survivng are two daughters, Mrs. Ron (Sharon) SIMONS, Rochester; and Mrs. Adair (Tina Marie) SEIDELMAN, Hamlet; two sons, Bruce E. and wife (Melodee) CUNNINGHAM, LeClaire, Iowa; and John A.G. CUNNINGHAM, Grovertown; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren Preceding in death were two rothers.

Private services will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Mugiel Funeral Home, 6418 Flushig Ave., Maspeth Queens, N.Y. Burial will be in Maspeth Queens, N.Y.

Local arrangeets are being handled by Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Sarah G. McCoige

Oct 2, 1942 - Dec. 31, 1995

Sarah Geneva McCOIGE, 53, 13848 6A Road, Plymouth, died at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth. She was born in Bullsgap, Tenn., to James E. and Mary HARRISON TALLEY. Her first marriage was to Dennis KEEFE. In July, 1977, in Plymouth, she married David M. McCOIGE, who survives She had been a resident of Plymouth for the past 20 years. She retired from Ristance Products Corp., Argos.

Surviving with her husbad are four daughters, Mrs. Fred (Deborah) VOYNOVICH, South Bend; Mrs. Dan (Sherry) HOWE, Logan; Mrs. Leonard (Denise) BETKER, Beloit, Wis; and Mrs. James (Pamela C) SHAMO, Lakeville; two sons, James and wife Sue KEEFE, Plymouth; and Michael and wife Pam McCOIGE, Lapaz; thirteen grandchidre; her mother, Mary TALLEY, Camp Douglas, Wis; six sisters, Rose BURBACH, Shullsburg, Wis; Judy TROTTER, Mesa, Ariz.; Mary WOODWARD, New Lisbon, Wis; Annie MURPHY, Clinton, Wis; Janet PAVIA, Beloit, Wis; and Ava McGONIGLE, Camp Douglas, Wis; and three brothers, Jerry, Roger and Jim TALLEY, all of Beloit, Wis Precedig in death were one sister, Carolyn BRADY; and one brother, Danny TALLEY.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with the Rev. Charles KREIG officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Heart Fund and Plymouth E.M.S.

Michael Jaros

Sept. 24, 1921 - Dec. 30, 1995

Michael JAROS, 74, 5808 W. Quail Road, Mentone, died at 4 a.m. Saturday at 36315 W. Bruner Road, Warsaw.

He was born in Lake County to Martin and Josephine KURCAVICH JAROS. He was a boilermaker at Youngstown ?Steel and served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II.

Surviving are one brother ad one step-sister.

Private graveside services were at 4 p.m. Saturday at Palestine Cemetery, south of Warsaw, with the Rev. Marvine LOWMAN officiatng.

Arrangements were handled by King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Kenneth I. Lahman

March 23, 1932 - Dec. 29, 1995

Kenneth I. LAHMAN, 63, Crown Point, died Friday at the VNA Mary E. Bartz Hospice Center, Valparaiso.

He was born in Logansport to Oscar and Katherine ZIMPLEMAN LAHMAN. He was a member of the United Autoworkers Union Local No. 588.

Surviving are his wife, Opal L. “Liz” LAHMAN, Crown Point; one daughter, Mrs. Mike (Brenda) POPOVICH, Springfield, Mo; three sons, Kenneth L. LAHMAN, Fairview, Utah; Terry D ad wife Kim LAHMAN, Valparaiso; and Gary G and wife Kathy LAHMAN, Newport, N.C.; his mother, Katherine LAHMAN, Rochester; three brothers, Ronald and wife Kay LAHMAN, Panama City, Fla.; Dean and wife Carol LAHMAN and Michael and wife Marsha LAHMAN, both of Rochester; three sisters, Mrs. Tom (Karen) RUSSELL and Mrs. Don (Susan) SCOTT, both of Valparaiso; and Gail GRAVLEE, Alphreta, Ga.; seven grandchildren; ad many nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Burns Funeral Home, corner of 101st and Broadway, Merrillville/Crown Point Chapel. The Rev. John M. MOORE will officiate. Burial will be in the Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the VNA Mary Bartz Hospice Center, 3305 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso.

Stephen D. Onstott

Oct. 30, 1938 - Jan. 1, 1996

Stephen Douglas ONSTOTT, 57, Chicago, Ill., died at 11:15 p.m Monday at Hines VA Hospital, Maywood, Ill

He was born in Rocheser to Harry Lee and Ann B ONSTOTT He had been a resident of Chicago since 1958, having come from Rochester. He served in the U.S. Air Force after high school.

Surviving are his mother, Ann ONSTOTT, Rochester; three brothers, Paul [ONSTOTT[, Burket, David [ONSTOTT], Athens, Ga., and Jim [ONSTOTT], Rochester; six sisters, Phyllis HEMINGER, Rochester, Phoebe LYKOWSKI, South Bend, Amy ONSTOTT, Chicago, Susan ONSTOTT, Chicago, Helen SLISHER, Rochester, Florence SCOTT, Rochester.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

Wednesday, January 3, 1996

Bessie May Schenkl

May 5, 1905 - Jan. 1, 1996

Bessie May SCHENKL, 90, 1322 N. Main St., Kewanna, died at 8:20 p.m. Monday at Winamac Nursing Home.

She was born in Goodland, Kan, to Ben M. and Maude M STINSON MILLS. On March 8, 1955, in Chicago, Ill., she married Joseph SCHENKL, who died in 1970. She was retired from Farm Journal magazine, where she worked as a secretary, and a member of Episcopal Church, Peru.

Surviving are one nephew, Richard KURZ, Kewanna; and several other nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were two sisters and seven brothers.

There will be no visitation or funeral services. Arrangemets are being handles by Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Donald L. Smith

June 15, 1926 - Jan. 2, 1996

Donald L. SMITH, 69, 2011 High St., Logansport, died at 3:39 a.m Tuesday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born in Cass County to Grover and Chloe BALL SMITH. On March 26, 1950, in Rochester, he marrid Frances V. BEARSS, who survives. He retired in 1977 after 24 years as a brakeman for Penn Central Railroad. He attended the New Life Alliance Church.

Survivig with his wife are two sons, Ronald A. [SMTH], Logansport; and Randall B [SMITH], Frankfort; one daughter, Denise D. SMITH, Logansport; three brothers, Hugh [SMITH], Macy; and Francis and Robert [SMITH], both of Leiters Ford; two sisters, Marjorie HOUSE, Elkhart; and Marietta TIEGHE, Gas City; three grandchildren, Michelle HEWITT, Peru; Andrew HUNT, Logansport; and Jamie SMITH, Frankfort. Preceding in deth were two sisters and one daughter, Kathleen REARICK.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, with the Rev. Fred DRYE officiating. Burial will be in the Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Logansport. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Cass County Heart Association.

Thursday, January 4, 1996

Elsie H. Cave

Oct. 21, 1922 - Jan. 3, 1996

Elsie Helen CAVE, 73, 431 E. 13th St., died at 11:40 am. Wednesday at her residence.

She was born in Frankfot to James and Dora REED SEABOLT. On July 10, 1940, in Frankfort, she married Francis R. CAVE, who died on Nov. 16, 1983. She had resided in Rochester for the past 49 years, having come from Frankfort. She was a homemaker and attended the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Rochester. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliaries of the American Legion, Eagles Lodge and Veterans of Foreign Wars, all of Rochester.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Michael (Carol) GUY, Jefferson, Ark.; Mrs. Terry (Helen) BILTZ, Rochester; and Mrs. Michael (Bonnie) ANDREASEN, Fair Hope, Ala.; four sons, Frances E and wife Marjorie [CAVE], Larry R. and wife Jaynine [CAVE], and Terry L. and wife Patsy [CAVE], all of Rochester; and Dennis D. [CAVE], Akron; twenty-two grandchildren; twenty-eight great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; her father, James SEABOLT, Frankfort; and two sisters, Mrs. Charles (Thelma) HILMAN, Frankfort; and Mrs. Gene (Mary) WILLIAMS, Logansport. Preceding in death was her mother

Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. David W. DePINHO officiating. Burial will be in the Athens Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Friday and from 2 p.m through the hour of service on Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Cancer and Muscular Dystrophy funds.

Norine S. Bailey

Norine S. BAILEY, 77, Milton, Fla., died Tuesday at her residence.

A native of Roswell, Ky., [the daughter of Albert and Carrie (EWEN) SKIDMORE]; she was raised in Rochester and had resided in Milton, Fla, since 1981.

Surviving are her husband, Max P. BAILEY Jr.; Milton, Fla.; four sons, Max P. [BAILEY] III, Jacksonville, Ala; Peer S. and Tim C [BAILEY], both of Birmingham, Ala; and Alex V. BAILEY, Greensboro, N.C.; and seven grandchildren. [She was preceded in death by three brothers, Henry, Victor and William SKIDMORE].

Graveside services will be Monday at the Barrancas National Cemetery, with a Navy Chaplain officiating.

Donnie Sowell Funeral Home, Milton, Fla., is in charge of the arrangements.

Patricia E Egbert

Sept. 15, 1935 - Jan. 3, 1996

Patricia Ellen EGBERT, 60, 828 North and 200 West, Rochester, died at 11:15 p.m. Wednesday at Rochester Life Care Center.

She was born in Rochester to Merrel and Mildred CRAIG WAGONER. On Sept. 21, 1958, in Rochester, she married Adrian L. EGBERT, who died on Sept. 7, 1985. She had resided in Rochester since 1994, having come from Fort Wayne, where she lived for 30 years. She was a librarian for the Fort Wayne Community School Systems for 27 years before retiring n 1994. She was a member of the Riverview Communty Church, Rochester, Reiter Club and Fulton County Historical Society.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Donald (Adria Ellen) IRMIGER, South Bend; one granddaughter, Margaret Ann IRMIGER, and one grandson, Donald K. IRMIGER, both oif South Bend; her mother, Mrs. Mildred WAGONER, Rochester; two sisters, Mrs. Richard (Betty) HASSENPLUG, Rochester; and Mrs. Larry (Janice) ZELLERS, LaFontaine; and one brother, David M. WAGONER, Rochester. Preceding in death was her father, who died on Dec. 8, 1993.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Rodney RUBERG officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the funeral service Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Historcal Society, Riverview Community Church and Children’s Services of Fulton County Public Library.

Friday, January 5, 1996

Mae Madaras

Mae MADARAS, 1000 West, Culver, died at 7 a.m. Thursday at her residence.

Arrangements are pending at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Ethel A. Troutman

Ethel A. TROUTMAN, 92, 515 E. 13th St., Winamac, died at 1 a.m. today at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Saturday, January 6, 1996

James T. Holland

June 15, 1941 - Jan. 5, 1996

James T. HOLLAND, 54, 2708 Goose Pond Road, died at 1:45 a.m. Friday at his residence.

He was born in Peru. His parents were James J. and Juanita TEMPLE HOLLAND. In 1959, he married Victoria PRATHER. On June 22, 1979, he married Carol “Judy” RICHARDSON HOPPER, who survives. He was the former owner of Holland Grocery, and was also employed at Standard Food ad Five Star Grocery Stores, all of Peru. He had been in the grocery business all his life He was a member of the Elks Lodge and a past district deputy, Moose and Eagles Lodges and the Peru Maennerchor.

Surviving with his wife are two sons, Christopher and Mark HOLLAND, both of Peru; two daughters, Kelly EYMAN, Fort Wayne; and Karol HOWARD, Peru; two step-sons, Jeffrey and Terry HOPPER, both of Peru; one step-daughter, Kathrine DUNPHY, Peru; his father, James J. HOLLAND, Peru; two brothers, Robert and Michael HOLLAND, both of Peru; ten grandchildren and eleven step-grandchildren. Preceding in death were his mother and one step-grandchild

Services will be at 2 p.m Monday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, with the Rev. Mark LOWE officiating. Burial will be in the Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Cass County. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Mae D. Madaras

May 10, 1906 - Jan. 4, 1996

Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, for Mae D. MADARAS, 89, 6690 1000 W., Culver.

The Rev. Floyd G. ALLEN will officiate. Graveside services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph Cemetery, South Bend. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Association.

Mrs. Madaras died at 7 a.m. Thursday at her resdence. She was born in South Bend to Matthew ORSTYNOWICZ. On May 21, 1952, in South Bend, she married Joseph J. MADARAS, who died on Aug. 25, 1991. She was a retired secretary at Studebaker Corp. and resided in Culver for 39 years, having come from South Bend. She was a member of Delong Gospel Lighthouse Church.

Survivng are one step-son, Joseph D. MADARAS, Three Rivers, Mich; four step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Virginia S. ROCKHILL, South Bend. Preceding in death were one sister and one brother.

Ethel A. Troutman

Sept. 28, 1903 - Jan. 5, 1996

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m Sunday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, for Ethel A. TROUTMAN, 92, 515 E. 13th St., Winamac.

Dr. Bruce HERMANN will officiate Burial will be in the McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac. Friends may call from noon until the time of service Sunday at the mortuary. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Mrs. Troutman died at 1 a.m Friday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She was born in Winamac to Frank A. and Emma BROWN AGNEW. On Sept. 18, 1921, in Winamac, she married Perry V. TROUTMAN, who died on Dec. 27, 1967. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Christian Church, Winamac. Formerly of Kewanna and Culver, she had resided in Winamac for several years.

Surviving are two daughters, Ruth TAYLOR, Winamac; and Lois HANSEN, Prescott, Ariz.; two sons, Ivan TROUTMAN, Rochester; and Charles TROUTMAN, Lutherville, Md.; twelve grandchildren; and fourteen great-grandchildren. Precedig in death were one daughter, Doris MILLER; four sisters, and three brothers.

Velma Vigus

July 24, 1905 - Dec. 25, 1995

Word has been received that Velma VIGUS, Torrance, Calif., died Dec. 25, 1995, at her residence in Torrance,Calif.

She was born to Charles and Lucy DAULTON of Rochester.

Surviving are two daughters, Mary Lou BECK and Mrs. Walt (Bonnie) BAST, Torrance, Calif. Preceding in death were her husband, Stuart VIGUS; one daughter, Billie FREEMAN; a sister, Barbara SWAIN; and five brothers, Joe, Ben, Dirty, Glen and Wayne DAULTON.

Memorial services were Dec. 28 at the Rice Mortuary, Torrance, Calif. Burial was in the Pacific Crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach, Calif.

Monday, January 8, 1996

Louis A. Miller Jr.

May 13, 1932 - Jan. 3, 1996

Louis Aloysius MILLER Jr., 63, Hackensack, N.J., died at 9:13 p.m. Wednesday at Wellington Hall Nursing Home, N.J.

Formerly of Indianapolis, he was an installer for Bergen Alarm Systems for 30 years. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korea War.

Surviving are seven sons, Robert H., Lee J., Louis A., Raymond S., David F, Richard W., and Roger A. MILLER; three daughters, Kathleen M. SEEBOECK, Mary K. KLEINBUB and Linda M. MUMFORD; one sister, Mary Rae UNDERWOOD; twenty-one grandchildren; twenty-three great-grandchildren; two step-gradchildren; and one step-great-grandchild.

Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wedesday at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, Indianapolis. Burial will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Indianapolis. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to the hour of services Wednesday at the chapel Memorials may be made to the Amercan Cancer Society.

Nora R. Cooper

Oct. 10, 1900 - Jan. 7, 1996

Nora R. COOPER, 95, Ossian, died at 4 a.m. Sunday at Ossian Healthcare Center, where she had een a resident since 1988.

She was born in Plymouth to George and Mary FELTON ZIMMER. On Jan. 24, 1923, in Plymouth, she married Lester COOPER, who died on Dec. 9, 1981. She moved to Fort Wayne n 1982 ad was a former resident of Richland Center. She farmed with her husband for many years.

Surviving are two sons, Raymond L. and wife Anita L. COOPER, Phoenix, Ariz.; and Lyman O. and wife Janet E. COOPER, Fort Wayne; four grandchildren, Mrs. Melinda A STRONG, Fort Wayne; Mrs. Karen L. HULL and Douglas R. COOPER, both of Phoenix, Ariz.; and Brian L. COOPER, Mesa, Ariz.; and five great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were six brothers.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Rodney WILLEKE officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and after 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Olive V. Quimby

July 31, 1909 - Jan. 7, 1996

Olive Violet QUIMBY, 86, formerly of 9740 15th Road, Argos, died at 5: a.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, where she had resided for the past 15 years.

She was born in Argos to William and Lenora LOCKWOOD CROW. On March 15, 1930, in Mishawaka, she married Ernest QUIMBY, who prceded her in death. She was a homemaker ad lived most of her life in the Argos community, except for two years in Mishawaka. She attended the Church of Jesus Christ, Argos, and was a member of the Mxinkuckee Rebekah Lodge No 844

Surviving are two sons, Ernest L. and wife Margurite QUIMBY, Rochester; and Larry L. QUIMBY, Argos; twelve gradchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; and one brother, Wayne and wife Helen CROW, Argos. Preceding in death were one grandson, Keneth A. HINTON; three sisters, Mamie [CROW], Jewel BRYAN and Cornelia OVERMYER; and two brothers, Lewis and Floyd CROW.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with the Rev. Lloyd HOWARD officiating Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetry, Argos. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home The Maxinkuckee Rebekah Lodge No. 844 will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Joyce O. Shaffer

May 24, 1925 - Jan. 5, 1996

Joyce O. SHAFFER, 70, 210 S Main St., Etna Green, died at 11:45 a.m. Friday at her residence.

She was born in Danville, Ill., to Earl and Doneth SUTHERLIN YOUNT. On Jan. 25, 1947, in Plymouth, she married Randolph “Pete” SHAFFER, who died Aug. 27, 1983. She had resided in Etna Green since 1987, having come from Plymouth. She was an operator at Sprint United Telephone, Plymouth, retiring in 1986 after 40 years She was a 1942 graduate of Plymouth High School.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Jack (Marsha) RUDD, Rochester; seve grandchildren; one great-gradchild; and one sister, Sandra YOUNT, Lodi, Calif. Preceding in death were an infant daughter, Linda [SHAFFER]; a son, Jeffery [SHAFFER]; and a granddaughter, Karianne.

Services will be at 10 a.m Tuesday at the New Oakhill Chapel, Plymouth, with the Rev. Dennis BOLLENBACHER officiating. Burial will be in the New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Friends may call one hour prior to the service Tuesday at the chapel.

Arragements are being handled by Johnson-Daniels Funeral Home, Plymouth.

Tuesday, January 9, 1996

Noel Hedington

Noel HEDINGTON, 89, 2848 Indiana 331, Tippecanoe, died at 10:20 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

Arrangemets are pending at King Memorial Funeral Home, Mentone.

Dudley R Walker

Oct 29, 1939 - Jan. 7, 1996

Dudley R. WALKER, 56, Center St., Monterey, died at 12:40 p.m. Sunday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born in Truman, Ark., to Ray and Loreen COODWIN WALKER. On Oct. 18, 1969, in Burbank, Ill., he married Becky CHRISTOPHER, who survives. He was a die setting foreman at Lobdell-Emery, Argos. He had resided in Monterey for three years, having come from Winamac. He was a member of United Auto Workers Local 2088, Argos.

Surviving with his wife are five daughters, Victoria, Jennifer and Elizabeth WALKER, all of Plymouth; and Tammy and Tonya WALKER, both of Farmers City, Ill.; one son, Troy WALKER, Farmers City, Ill; two step-daughters, Cheryl MORRISON, Portage; and Deanna MADDALOOZO, Dallas, Texas; one step-son, Michael LIDDELL, Argos; seventeen grandchildren; his father, Ray WALKER, Truman, Ark.; two sisters, Josephine BLACK, Burbank, Ill; and Barbara WALKER, Chicago, Ill.; and one brother, John WALKER, Monticello. Preceding in death was his mother.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with William MATHYS officiating. Friends may call from 1-8 p.m Thursday and after 8 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Wednesday, January 10, 1996

Noel L. Hedington

Dec. 14, 1906 - Jan. 8, 1996

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, for Noel L. HEDINGTON, 89, 20848 Indiana 331, Tippecanoe.

The Rev. Dale HART will officiate. Burial will be in the Tippecanoe Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m today at the funeral home.

Mr. Hedington died at 10:20 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth. He was born in Kosciusko County to John and Myrtle VanPHERSON HEDINGTON. On April 11, 1931, in Warsaw, he married Artena RALSTON, who survives. He was a farmer and logger, and a lifetime resident of the Tippecanoe community. He was a former custodian at Atwood School and a member of the Indiana Pony Pulling Association.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Wilford (Mary) SPARKS and Mrs. Russell (Ratha) HART, Etna Green; three sons, Delbert and wife Candace [HEDINGTON], Etna Green; Donald and wife Betty [HEDINGTON], Warsaw; and Jerry and wife Sandy [HEDINGTON], Tippecanoe; two brothers, Sylvester and wife Flo [HEDINGTON], Warsaw; and Noble and wife Fay [HEDINGTON], Pierceton; fourteen grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildre; and five great-great-grandchildren.

Thursday, January 11, 1996

Alex Masunas

May 28, 1921 - Jan. 10, 1996

Alex MASUNAS, 74, 997 North 775 West, Rochester, died at 8:43 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

He was born in Custer, Mich., to Anthony and Mary MASUNAS. On April 25, 1947, in Michigan, he married Mary COOK, who died o Feb. 2, 1976. He was a retired coiler with Winamac Coil Spring Co., Kewanna. He was a member of the Logansport Veterans of Foreign Wars Fathers Auxiliary, served in the U.S. Army during World War II and liked to hunt and fish.

Survivng are four daughters, Beverly WHITEMAN and Darlene MASUNAS, both of Kewanna; Janice SIERRETT, Logansport; and Kathy MASUNAS, Delong; one son, Bill CONRAN, Monterey; four grandchildren; six great-gradchildren; and five sisters, Della MYERS, Muskegon, Mich.; Mary SAPPAKA and Margaret DOSPOL, both of Weston, Mich.; Elizabeth JANITIES, Boon, Mich.; and Helen CHIVIS, Scottville, Mich. Preceding in death were two sons, one daughter, two grandsons, one granddaughter, four brothers and three sisters.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Harrison-Metzger, Kewanna Chapel, with the Rev. Clifford GANO officiating. Burial will be in the Barnett Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of services Friday at the chapel. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association of Indiana.

Dewey Norris

May 5, 1923 - Jan. 9, 1996

Prominent business leader and cattleman, Dewey NORRIS, 72, Phoenix, Ariz., died Tuesday at Hospice of the Valley, Scottsdale, Ariz. Mr. Norris was born in Fulton County, and moved to Arizona from Rochester 48 years ago. He graduated from the Business College of Logansport, and began his career in the cattle industry in 1948 as a scale house operator for Tovera Land & Cattle Co. He was appointed General Managter in 1956, when Tovera was known as the largest cattle feeding operation in the world. He retired in 1991.

He joined the Arizona Cattle Feeders Association in 1955 and served as an executive board member from 1972-1974. He was appoited to the Arizona Cattle Marketing Board, was a member of the Cattlemen’s Club and the Masonic Lodge, and founding member of the Second Baptist Church, serving as deacon for many years. He was a member of Chaparral Christian Church, Scottsdale, Ariz. He served in the Army during World War II.

Survivig are his wife, Betty J. NORRIS; daughter, Mary Kay NORRIS; and mother, Florence M. NORRIS, all of Phoenix, Ariz.; and three grandsons, Barry A. [NORRIS] II, Ryan NORRIS and Michael C MacBAN.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Chaparral Christian Church, Scottsdale, Ariz. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of the Valley, Eckstein Life Care Center, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014-5669.

Arrangements are being handled by Messinger Mortuary, Scottsdale, Ariz.

Robert L.V. Thomas

Robert L.V. THOMAS, 50, Newark, Del., died Wednesday at his residence.

Born in Argos to Rose DRAKE, he was a 1963 graduate of Argos High School.

Surviving are his wife, Judy DRAKE, Newark, Del.; mother, Rose DRAKE, Argos; three sisters, Ethel POSEY, Florida; Rose Marie MILLER, Argos; and Frances HOUIN, Plymouth; and one brother, Patrick THOMAS, Etna Green.

Services will be Saturday in Newark, Del. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of local arrangements.

Friday, January 12, 1996

Garrett Keith Wagoner

Jan. 10, 1996 - Jan. 11, 1996

Garrett Keith WAGONER, infant son of Gary and Melissa WAGONER, 6545 North and 600 East, Rochester, died at 3:17 a.m. Thursday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne

He was born at 6:45 a.m. Wednesday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, to Gary A. and Melissa S. WHITE WAGONER.

Surviving with his parents are maternal grandparents, Bill and Sandy ETTINGER, Rochester; paternal grandparents, Jim and Bonnie WAGONER, Akron; maternal great-grandparents, Calvin and Eva GREEN, Rochester; paternal great-grandparents, Wilbur and Edna WAGONER, Florida; one aunt and two uncles, Gary and Laura CALVERT, Rochester; and Larry WAGONER, Akron; five cousins; and several great-aunts and uncles. Preceding in death were his grandfather, Keith WHITE, 1990; and one uncle, Danny WAGONER, 1995.

Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery, with the Rev. Joe OLSON officiating. There will be no visitation.

Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the arrangements.

Norman L. Thompson

Aug 20, 1920 - Jan. 11, 1996

Norman L. “Ping” THOMPSON, 75, Roann, died at 12:26 p.m Thursday at Wabadsh County Hospital.

He was born in Akron to John and Mammie WOOLPERT THOMPSON. On Sept. 6, 1942, near Warsaw, he married Virginia SHOEMAKER, who survives. He retired in 1980 from General Tire, Wabash. He lived in the Roann area since 1946 and attended the Olive Branch Church of God, near Roann. He also lived in Miami and Fulton counties. He was a part-time farmer.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Billy (Nancy) McCARTY, Roann; two sisters, Helen HARTZLER, Akron; and Marjorie DAVIS, Bluffton; four grandchildren, Jennie OWENS, Silver Lake; Scott and Randy JAMES, both of Roan; and Maria VIGAR, Roann; six great-grandchildren, Shawnte, Austin and Dannielle OWENS, all of Silver Lake; Tyler and Kylie JAMES, both of Roann; and Ben VIGAR, Roann. Preceding in death were three sisters and five brothers.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Roann Chapel, Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, with the Rev. Lowell BURRUS officiatng. Burial will be in the Roann Community Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Saturday, January 13, 1996

Robert S. McGriff

Oct. 8, 1920 - Jan. 12, 1996

Robert S. McGRIFF, 75, 12727 West 20th B Road, Argos, died following a brief ilness at 9:40 am. Friday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County.

He was born in Mishawaka to Parker R. and Elsie STAYTON McGRIFF. He lived most of his life in the Argos area, moving from the Potato Creek community near South Bend. On Oct. 23, 1951 in Argos he married Mary C. STAYTON who survives. He was an employee of Line Star Corp., Bremen, for 20 years. He farmed and also worked for the Argos Police Department, Kingsbury Ordnance Plant and the Marshall County Probation Department. He and his wife cared for foster-children for the last 40 years. He attended Santa Anna Church, near Argos, and served in the Army durig World War II.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Mrs. Ralph (Cheryl) EBERHARD, Rome, Ohio; Mrs. Monty (Barbara) PEDEN, Rochester; and Mrs. Rex (Nancy) McFARLAND, Argos; one son, James L. and Jackie [McGRIFF], Lake Forrest, Calif.; eight grandchdren; great-grandchildren; one sister, Marcella SMELTZ, Romulus, Mich., and three brothers, Paul and Dorothy [McGRIFF], and Raymond and Mary [McGRIFF], both of Argos, and Alvin J. and Donna [McGRIFF], Fort Myers, Fla. Preceding in death was one sister, Rosemary MONTAGUE, and two brothers, Mx and Rolland [McGRIFF].

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with the Rev. Roy FISHBURN officiating. Burial will be in the Jordan Cemetery, southwest of Argos. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today and one hour before services Sunday. Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Neighborhood Center, 402 West Garro St., Plymouth.

Barbara J. Cash

July 5, 1935 - Jan. 11, 1996

Barbara Jean CASH, 60, Terre Haute, died at 4:10 p.m. Thursday at her home.

She was born in Terre Haute to John B. and Kathleen WILDMAN THOMPSON. She was married to Earl L. CASH, who survives.

She worked for a Credit Union in Terre Haute.

Surviving with her husband are her mother, Kathleen KLUG; one son, John [CASH], Rochester; one step-son, Jeffrey L. [CASH], Martinsville, Ill, and one brother, James W. THOMPSON, Saudia Arabia. Preceding in death was her father.

Services will be at 3 p.m Monday at Roselawn Funeral Home, Terre Haute, with the Rev. Larry SCOTT officiating. Burial will be at the Roselawn Memorial Park, Terre Haute. There will be no visitation.

Monday, January 15, 1996

Alta E. Nellans

Nov. 18, 1903 - Jan 12, 1996

Alta E. NELLANS, 92, 2016 Sunset Drive, Warsaw, died at 10:55 p.m. Friday at Masons Health Care Facility, Warsaw.

She was born in North Manchester to Ernest and Clara MILLER FANNING. On June 19, 1923, she married Floyd MORIARTY, who died on March 29, 1946. On Sept. 8, 1950, she married Dean NELLANS Sr., who died on Dec. 26, 1973. Formerly of Tippecanoe and Mentone, she had resided in Warsaw for two years She and her first husband had owned and operated Moriarty’s Market n Tippecaoe for 13 years. She was a member of the Walnut Church of the Brethren, Argos.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Lloyd (Bette) COWEN, Warsaw; one son, William MORIARTY, Tippecanoe; three step-daughters, Mrs. Eldred “Bud” (Juanita) PAULUS, Rochester; Mrs. Glen (Jean) CLAUSS, Bourbon; and Mrs. Frank (Jerry) SMITH, Mentone; one stepson, Dean NELLANS Jr., Mentone; one sister, Esther SHOEMAKER, Redondo Beach, Calif.; seven grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were two brothers, Harold and Herman FANNING.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Revs. David EASTIS and Tony SCHNEIDERS officiating., Burial will be in the Walnut Church Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m today at the funeral home.

Tuesday, January 16, 1996

Preston F Henry

Sept. 13, 1955 - Jan. 6, 1996

Preston Franklin HENRY, 40, 115 S. Riverside Drive, Winamac, died Saturday, Jan. 6, when his plane was lost over Chesapeake Bay, Va.

He was born in Rensselaer to Donald K. and Marietta F. FELDER HENRY. On Jan. 30, 1982, in Francesville, he married Laurie Ann SMITH, who survives. He was a resident of Winamac for 15 years, and had also lived in Rensselaer and Peru. He attended Peru schools from 1964-1972 and graduated in 1974 from Rensselaer Central High School. He attended Purdue University and received his undergraduate and law degree in 1981 from Indiana Universty, Blooington. He had been a self-employed attorney-at-law since 1981.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Winamac; Pulaski County and State of Indiana Bar Associations; active with the Cub Scouts and was a former Cub Master; a supporter of Ducks Unlimited; and was an avid outdoorsman.

Surviving with his wife are three children, Victoria Marie, Preston Keegan and Lauren Marie HENRY, Winamac; mother-in-law, Mrs. Susan M. SMITH, Rensselaer; one sister, Mrs. Philip (Mari) LEIGH, Lincolnshire, Ill.; and two brothers, Donald Kenton HENRY, Houston, Texas; and Mark T and wife Manuela HENRY, Karlsrube, Germany

A memorial service and celebration of Mr. Henry’s life will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church, Winamac. The Rev. William MATHYS will officiate. Memorials may be made to the Cub Scouts Organization or the First United Methodist Church, Winamac, through Jackson Funeral Chapel, Rensselaer.

Jackson Funeral Chapel, Rensselaer, is in charge of the arrangements.

Wednesday, January 17, 1996 to Thursday, January 18, 1996

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Friday, January 19, 1996

Norval J. Clemans

June 28, 1934 - Jan. 16, 1996

Norval Jay CLEMANS, 61, 6615 East 500 North, Logansport, died Tuesday at his residence.

He was born to Meritt and Zethel WOODHOUSE CLEMANS. He was married to Joyce THORRINGTON, who survives He worked for United Technologies, Peru.

Surviving with his wife are four daughters, Jackie Ann WYLEY, Rochester; Ja Lu LLOYD, Kewnnna; and Jeannette L. CLEMANS and Josie M. FRENCH, both of Twelve Mile; five sons, Jerry L., Jody M. and Jonathon M. CLEMANS, all of Tweve Mile; Jeff L. CLEMANS, Rochester; and Jay CLEMANS Jr., Logansport; four grandchildren; one half-brother, Leo WOODHOUSE, Logansport; one half-sister, Clara Mae WINEGRDNER, Rochester. Precedig in death was a half-brother, Ronald Dean CLEMANS, who died in 1991.

Private services were held, with the Rev. Aletta HEATH officiatng. Burial was in the Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Childrens Hospital.

Fisher Funeral Chapel, Logansport, was in charge of the arrangements.

Saturday, January 20, 1996

Marie Bourque

Dec. 3, 1909 - Jan. 14, 1996

Marie BOURQUE, 86, died Sunday at Batsford Extended Care, Farmigton Hills, Mich.

She was born in Ruth, Mich., to Emma and Theodore DeMATIO. On Sept. 7, 1928, in West Branch, Mich., she married Romeo BOURGUE, who died in 1976.

She lived in Kewanna from 1979 to 1990. She was a homemaker, Wesrtern Union operator and school cafeteria supervisor.

Surviving are five children, Rene BOURQUE, Farmington Hills, Mich.; Jacques BOURQUE, Linonio, Mich.; Suzanne BOURQUE, Richton, Calif.; Dorothy SHOWLEY, Rochester, and Peter BOURQUE, Tucson, Ariz.; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother and one sister. Preceding in death was one grandson, Jaupon SHOWLEY, two sisters and five brothers.

Charles E. Knight

Aug 1, 1916 - Jan. 19, 1996

Charles E. KNIGHT, 79, 201 North Markle St., North Manchester, died at 7:33 a.m Friday at Wabash County Hospital.

He was born in Rochester to Ted and Grace ICE KNIGHT. On March 22, 1975 in Wabash he married Bessie REYNOLDS, who survives.

He was retired from United Technology, North Manchester, and was a member of Fellowship Church, North Manchester.

Surviving with his wife are [three] daughters, Mrs. Allen (Linda) GROVER, Rochester, [Lorraine KNIGHT, Argos]; and Mrs. Carroll “Cindy” PRICE, Paris, Tenn.; two sons, Jerry and Barbara KNIGHT and Steve KNIGHT, both of Rochester; one step-daughter, Linda REYNOLDS, North Manchester; two step-sons, Ralph and Tony REYNOLDS, both of North Manchester; fourteen grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. Preceding in death were [five] sisters and two brothers

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. J.P. FREEMAN officiating. Burial will be in Citizens Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m Sunday.

Monday, January 22, 1996

Cloyd E. Miller

Aug. 26, 1919 - Jan. 20, 1996

Cloyd E. “Mode” MILLER, 76, 2612 Country Club Drive, died at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at his residence.

He was born in Miami County to Roscoe and Julia LOCKWOOD MILLER. On Oct. 25, 1961, in Rochester, he married Jane SMITH FOELLINGER, who survives. He was a retired co-owner of Miller’s Saw Mill, Perrysburg. He was the first patient of the newly formed Hope Hospice.

He was a member of Lincoln Masonic Lodge of Macy, Scottish Rite of Fort Wayne, Rochester Elks Lodge, Cypress Wood Golf & Country Club of Winter Haven, Fla.; Cypress Cathedral of Winter Haven, Fla; and Faith Outreach Church, Four Square Gospel Church and Assemby of God Church, all of Rochester.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Alan (Julie) YOUNG, Rochester; two sons, Robert FOELLINGER, Indianapolis; and David B. FOELLINGER, Maui, Hawaii; two grandchildren, Chelsey YOUNG and Robert B. FOELLINGER II; and three brothers, Carl and Glenn MILLER, both of Perrysburg; and Gale MILLER, Peru

Services will be at 11 a.m Wednesday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Don MUNDT officiating Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Tuesdfay and after 9 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Masonic services will be conducted by the Lincoln Lodge of Macy at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the church or charity of one’s choice.

Annabel B Dalton

Nov. 5, 1908 - Jan. 16, 1996

Annabel BAVIN DALTON, 87, 1222 E Eckman, South Bend, died at 2:17 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph’s Medical Center, South Bend

She was born in Rochester to Ben E. and Ida RANNELLS NOFTSGER. On June 23, 1934, in South BEnd, she married George W. BAVIN Jr, who died on Oct. 13, 1943. On Sept. 21, 1949, in South Bend, she married Elwood W. DALTON, who died on July 18, 1975. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, South Bend, sustaining member of the board of directors of Children’s Dispensary and Camp Millhouse, member of the Northern Indiana Historical Society, South Bend Art Center, Women’s Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital, Indiana Club Bridge Group, and former member of Morris Park Country Club and University Club of Notre Dame.

Surviving are two grandsons, George William BAVIN IV and Cark R. BAVIN Jr, both of Alexandria, Va.; daughter-in-law, Sandra KENADY BAVIN, Alexandria, Va.; one step-daughter, Susan DALTON FERGUSON, Fort Wayne; and three step-grandchildren, Richard and Elizabeth FERGUSON, both of Chicago, Ill.; and John FERGUSON, Denver, Colo. Preceding in death were two sons, George E. William BAVIN III, 1935; and Clark R. BAVIN Sr., who died on July 15, 1990.

Services were at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the First United Methodist Church Chapel, South Bend, with Dr. Wllwood “Woody” SMITH officiating. Burial was in the Highland Cemetery, South Bend. Memorials may be made to the Children’s Dispensary and Camp Millhouse, 2015 W. Western Ave., South Bend, or First United Methodist Church, South Bend.

Wesheimer Funeral Homes, Inc., South Bend, was in charge of the arrangements.

Mildred Briggs

July 7, 1914 - Jan. 16, 1996

Mildred BRIGGS, 81, 1950 South 650 East, Avilla, died Tuesday at her winter residence in Zephyrhills, Fla.

Surviving are her husband, Lewis Clark BRIGGS; four daughters, Clara WHAN, Kendallville; Janice FIKE, Mimi, Fla ; Donna MITCHELL, Rochester; and Gracie KNAFEL, Greenwood; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; three brothers, Vern BRADLEY, Fort Wayne; Gerald BRADLEY, Pine, Ariz., and Junior BRADLEY, Apache Junction, Ariz., and one sister Lucille LUNG, Garrett.

A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Laotto Wesleyan Church, Laotto. Friends may call from 1-3 p.m Sunday at the church.

Mertie I. Crawl

Sept. 25, 1913 - Jan. 19, 1996

Myrtle I. “Peggy” CRAWL, 82, 9624 West 75 North, Etna Gree, died at 9:45 p.m. Friday at her residece.

She was born in Madison County to Dean and Ollie DELLINGER FAUROTE. On Oct. 21, 1944, in Warsaw, she married William Everett CRAWL, who died on Dec. 30, 1976. She lived most of her life in Kosciusko County. She was a homemaker, a member of the Etna Green Church of Christ, and had worked at Thomas Dime Store, Warsaw.

Survivig are one daughter, Mrs. Donald (Sharon) FRALICK, Fort Wayne; one step-son, Wendal Grant CRAWL, Fairmont; four grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; and one brother, Richard FAUROTE, Plymouth. Preceding in death were two brothers, Burl and Floyd FAUROTE; and three sisters, Mable PENN, Mary BORDERS and Lola McGILL.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Revs. Gene NEYHART, Stan HULLAH and Gilbert DILEY officiating. Burial will be in the Palestine Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Dorothy A. Fish

Sept. 26, 1915 - Jan.21, 1996

Dorothy A. FISH, 77, 1523 Wallace Ave., died at 5:30 a.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital

She was born in Rochester to George W. “Ted” and Grace M. ICE KNIGHT. On May 15, 1954, in Angola, she married Chester FISH, who died on Dec. 15, 1969. She attended the Assembly of God Church of Rochester.

Survivig are five daughters, Vicki STEPHEN, Sue MILLER and Phyllis MILLER, all of Rochester; Carol Van DALSEN, Punta Gorda, Fla.; and Brenda BEERY, Indianapolis; one son, Robert L. WRIGHT, Royal Center; seventeen grandchidren; and eleven great-gradchildren. Preceding in death were one daughter, Jnnice WRIGHT; one son, David FISH; five sisters, Ruth BALL, Eva PROPHET, Georgie CONRAD, Annabelle KNIGHT and Lorraine KNIGHT; and three brothers, Jesse, Steve and Charles KNIGHT.

Services will be at 1 p.m Tuesday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. John MAJOR officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester Citiens Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m today and after 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Associatio.

Donald L. Kline Sr.

June 19, 1933 - Jan.20, 1996

Donald L KLINE Sr., 62, 20284 Indiana 117, Culver, died at 7:04 p.m. Saturay at St Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

He was born in Rochester to Tilman and Lois HENDERSON KLINE On Oct 7, 1961, in Monterey, he married Kathleen B. ELY, who survives. He had lived in the Culver area since 1971, having come from Leiters Ford He was a retired painter at the Culver Academies.

Surviving with his wifre are two daughters, Jacqueline HOSKINS, Plymouth; and Denise BAKER, Rochester; two sons, Donald L. [KLINE] Jr., Culver; and Douglas [KLINE], Rochester; eight grandchildren; mother, Lois KLINE, Richland Center; one sister, Linda KEELER, Logansport; and one brother, James KLINE, Marathon, Fla Preceding in death was one daughter.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, with the Rev. Robert MACE officiating. Burial will be in the Leiters Ford I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorias may be made to Marshall County Hospice.

Tuesday, January 23, 1996

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Wednesday, January 24, 1996

Norman T. Dickson

Sept. 11, 1914 - Jan. 23, 1996

Norman Thomas DICKSON, 81, 1316 Washington St., died at 1:23 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

He was born in Ober to Riley and Sarah A. JENETTA DICKSON. On March 1, 1934, in Rochester, he married Ruby E. SWANSON, who survives. He lived most of his life in the Rochester community, except for four years when he resided in Lakevile. He was one of a family of nine children. He was a nine-year employee of the former Erie Railroad, employee of the former Studebaker Corp., South Bend, and a farmer. He was formerly a member and attended St. Johns Lutheran Church, Rochester.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Dorothy) SAUER, Lakeville; and Mrs. Larry (Norma) MURRAY, Rochester; one son, Ronald Lee and wife Dorthy DICKSON, Lakeville; thirteen grandchildren, including Tammy LOOKER and Tom MURRAY, both of Rochester; twenty-four great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; one sister, Marjorie FLYNN, Plymouth; and one brother, Leonard and wife Caroline DICKSON, Plymouth. Preceding in death was one brother, Bill DICKSON.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good funeral Home, Rocheter, with the Rev. James KREFT officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Thursday and from 11 a.m. Friday through the hour of services at the funeral home.

Devond McIntire

Devond McINTIRE, 67, forerly of Tippecanoe, died at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday at Lakeland Manor Nursing Home, Warsaw, where he resided.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Clifton R. Griffith

Clifton R. “Cliff” GRIFFITH, 79, 1210A Park Road, died at 3:50 p.m Tuesday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

Formerly of Monticello and Indianapolis, he drove race cars in the Indianapolis 500 mile race and was pilot during WWII.

Arrangements are pendig at Foster & Good Fueral Home, Rochester.

Thursday, January 25, 1996

Clifton R. Griffith

Feb. 6, 1916 - Jan. 23, 1996

Services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rocheter, for Clifton R. “Cliff” GRIFFITH, 79, 1210A Park Road.

The Rev. David WELSH will officiate. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. today and one hour prior to the service Friday at the funeral home. The 500 Shrine Club of Murat Shrine Temple, Indianapolis, will coduct a White Flag memorial service at 7 p.m. toight at the funeral home.

Mr. Griffith died at 3:50 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center of Rocheter. He was born in Nineveh to Roy S. and Della DUGAN GRIFFITH. On July 5, 1983, in Louisville, Ky., he married Donna SHEETS KEMPER, who survives. He was a resident of Rochester for the past 13 years, having come from Monticello. He lived most of his life in Indianapolis and managed manufacturing plants for Ransburg Corp., Micro-Poise Division, Indianapolis. Upon retirement, he played the accordion professionally.

He participated in the Indianapolis 500 Mile race four times, finishing in the top 10 twice. He drove sprint cars in 1937 at Salem Fairgrounds Track, won the Midwest Dirt Racing Association championship in 1946 and 1947, and built his own car, maintained it, and drove it to 27 consecutive wins in 1948. He has made many appearances at racig clubs as a guest speaker.

He was a member of the F&AM 729 Speedway, Scottish Rite Valley, Murat Shrie Temple and the Shrine 500 Club, all of Indianapolis; Manitou Shrine Club, Rochester Eastern Star, Indianapolis 500 Oldtiers Club, Winchester Indiana Oldtimers, William Grove Oldtimers Club, and the Kentucky Colonels Other memberships included China-Burma-India Veterans Association, charter member of United States Auto Club, AMA Motorcycle Club, ABATE Motorcycle Club, Honda Riders Club, American Legion Post 81, Monticello, Kiwanis Club, Rochester, and Trinity United Methodist Church, Rochester. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1942-1945 ad had over 1,400 hours combat time and received the Distinguished Flyig Cross with one Oak Leaf Cluster, Air Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon with two Bronze Battle Stars.

Survivig with his wife are one foster-sister, Marie ALLEN, Trafalger.

Michael H. Habig

Dec. 24, 1922 - Jan. 21, 1996

Michael Henry HABIG, 73, 1130 Locust Drive, Martinsville, died Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born in Indianapolis to Michael and Bertha Sophie HAUSER HABIG On July 1, 1951, in Martinsville, he married Engrid E “Fritz” PETERSON, who survives. He attended the John Herron School of Art, Indianapolis. He began his career as a draftsman and tool designer for Wallace Tool and Die, Indianapolis, for several years and then worked at Detroit Diesel Allison from 1950 to 1960. He owned and operated Habig’s Casuals Mooresville, Martisville, and Union Station from 1960 to the present.

Formerly of Mooresville, he was a member of Mooresville First United Methodist church, where he served as treasurer and had taught Sunday School. He was also a member of Martinsville Elks Lodge, 25-year member of Mooresvile Masonic Lodge, Indianapolis Valley of the Scottish Rite, Murat Shrine, Mooresville Kiwanis Club, Mooresville and Martinsville Chamber of Commerce, Morgan County Shrine Club and past president of the Lake Edgewood Neighborhood Association.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Michael B. HABIG, Indianapolis; two daughters, Christina L. SHELTON, Winter Park, Fla; and Brenda A AMADOR, Tomball, Texas; two brothers, Louis HABIG, Cicero; and Richard HABIG, Indianapolis; one sister, Ruth KARR, Indianapolis; and three grandchildren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Mooresville First United Methodist Church, with the Revs. Gene YOUNG and Frank Van ALLEN officiating. Burial will be in the White Lick Cemetery, Mooresville. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at Carlisle & Son Funeral Chapel, Mooresville. Mooresville Masonic Lodge will conduct memorial services at 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral chapel. Memorias may be made to the Mooresville First United Methodist Church or Mooresville Masonic Lodge.

Devond B. McIntire

April 28, 1928 - Jan. 23, 1996

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, for Devond B McINTIRE, 67, Lakeland Manor, 2402 E. Center St., Warsaw.

The Rev. Donald KAKAVECOS will officiate. Burial will be in the Maxinkuckee I.O.O.F. Cemetery, near Culver. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. Friday through the hour of services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Tippecaoe Emergency Medical Service.

Mr. McIntire died at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday at Lakeland Manor, Warsaw. He was born near North Liberty to Floyd and Grace BUSS McINTIRE. Formerly of Rockville and Tippecanoe, he had been a resident of Warsaw for one week. He had previously resided at Lee Allan Bryant Health Care Center, Rockville. Prior to that time, he had resided in Fort Wayne and Tippecanoe.

Surviving are five sisters, Mrs. Wayne (Mildred) TOM, Mishawaka, Mrs. Gordon (Esther) ECKER, Plymouth; Mrs. Nelson (Janice) WYNN, Culver; Mrs. Martel (Pat) JENNINGS, Tippecanoe; and Mrs. Cat (Sharon) VASQUEZ Jr., San Antonio, Texas; three brothers, Eugene and wife Helen McINTIRE, Bremen; Warren “Red” and wife Helen McINTIRE, Tippecanoe; and Darell and wife Mary McINTIRE, Argos; and several nieces and nephews. Precedig in death were one sister, Flossie KEPLER; and one brother, Eldon McINTIRE.

Dale Maus

July 22, 1913 - Jan. 24, 1996

Dale MAUS, 82, 502 S. Brady St., Attica, died at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday at Regency Place, Lafayette.

He was born in Twelve Mile to Elgie B. and Regina Fay CONNER MAUS. On Feb. 28, 1937, in Sharpsville, he married Mary Martha SPAULDING. He was raised in Twelve Mile and graduated from Twelve Mile High School in 1933. He was a 1934 graduate of Askin Mortuary College, Indianapolis. He and his wife lived in Sharpsville for six years, moving to Goodland for a year, then moving to Attica in 1941. He worked for DeSutter Funeral Home until 1971. In 1971 he purchased the L.C. Roemer & Son Funeral Home and operated the funeral home under the name Maus Funeral Home to the present time. He had been serving as the president of the firm. In 1992 he purchased the former Crumley-Williams Funeral Home in Hillsboro. He had been a licensed funeral director in Indiana for over 60 years.

He was a member of the Attica First United Methodist Church, served as director for District No.4 for the Indiana Funeral Directors Association, 50-year member and past master of the Sharpsville Reserve Lodge No. 363 F&AM, Scottish Rite, Valley of Indianapolis; 50-year member and past patron of the Attica Chapter No. 125 Order of the Eastern Star, Attica Lions Club, and served on the Attica Park Board. He was selected as “Cizizen of the Year” for Attica in 1989.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Robert. (Linda) HAWORTH, Rochester; Mrs. Arpad (Vicki) VASS, Lilburn, Ga.; one son, Robert D. MAUS, Attica; one brother, Clayton J. MAUS, Kalamazoo, Mich.; six grandchildren, Lisa MALONE, Lora WHITE, Molly and Benjamin VASS, and Nathan and Amy MAUS; and three great-grandchildren, Megan and Morgan MALONE, and Matthew WHITE.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Maus Funeral Home, Attica, with the Revs. Jeff NEWTON and George WEISTER officiating Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery, Attica. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Masonic Memorial services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Indiana Masonic Home Foundation or the Attica Foundation.

Friday, January 26, 1996

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Saturday, January 27, 1996

Mary B. Thomas

Mary B. THOMAS, 81, 208 East Walnut St., Argos, died of a sudden illness at 6:20 p.m. Friday shortly after arriving at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Monday, January 29, 1996

Mary Belle Rex Thomas

Oct. 6, 1914 - Jan. 26, 1996

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Tuesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, for Mary Belle REX THOMAS, 81, 208 E. Walnut St., Argos

The Rev. Robin SMITH will officiate. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m through the hour of services Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Cardinal Center Inc., Warsaw.

Mrs. Thomas was born in Wauseon, Ohio, to Herman and Hildegarde HERZOG WARWICK. She married Joe REX in Toledo, Ohio He preceded her in death. On April 16, 1947, in Argos, she married Robert C. THOMAS Sr., who died on Feb. 18, 1988.

She was a resident of Argos for 43 years, havig come from Toledo, Ohio. She and her husbnd owned and operated Bob Thomas service station for 43 years, retiring in 1988. She attended Argos United Methodist Church and was active in Real Meals.

Surviving are one son, Joe and wife Mary REX, Argos; one step-son, Tom THOMAS Jr., Warsaw; three grandchildren, Kim SELLERS, Bourbon and Joe [REX] Jr. and Dale REX, both of Argos; and nine great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were one sister, Juanita WALMER; and oine brother, John WARWICK.

Mary E. Widvey

Nov. 7, 1919 - Jan. 27, 1996

Mary E. WIDVEY, 76, Greenfield, died Saturday at Brandywine Manor, Greenfield.

She was born in Arcadia to Walter O. and Hazel L. PARR CREEK. She married Everette WIDVEY, who preceded her in death. She worked in the housekeeping department of Hancock Memorial Hospitl from 1970 to 1984. She was a resident of Washington State from 1984 to 1990. She was a member of Charlottesvile Christian Church, Double 13 and Bunco, Charlottesville, and 20-year American Red Cross volunteer.

Surviving are three daughters, Betty WRIGHT and Alice COOLEY, both of Greenfield; and Judy WEIDNER, Rochester; eleven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one brother, Morris CREEK, Washington. Preceding in death were two grandchildren, Tony SAPP and Lindfa COOLEY; one sister, Margaret “Pat” RAQUET; and one brother, James CREEK.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pasco Memorial Mortuary, Greenfield, with the Rev. Jim DUNN officiating. Burial will be in the Glencove Cemetery, Knightstown. Friends may call from 7-9 p.m today, and 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m Tuesday at the mortuary. Memorials may be made to the Leikemia Society.

Walter Jackson

Walter JACKSON, 89, 510 Race St., died at 9:26 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Betty J. Cumberland

Betty J. CUMBERLAND, 69, 8332 S. Beaver Dam Road, Claypool, died at 8 a.m today at her residence.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Tuesday, January 30, 1996

Robert H. Bucher

Oct. 30, 1916 - Jan. 28, 1996

Robert Hugh BUCHER, 79, 512 Red Oak Drive, Mandeville, La., died at 9:45 p.m. Sunday at St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Covington, La.

He was born in Silver Lake to Orville Harman and Ethel LANDIS BUCHER. On Sept.11, 1943, in Greenville, Texas, he married Betty “Icnotta” CRABILL, who survives. He retired from the Kroger Co. after 39 years, and was a merchandiser for the Indianapolis branch. He was a veteran of World Wr II serving in the Air Force as a pilot and instructor, and was an Assistant Adjutant General of the Air Force. He attended Old Bethel Methodist Church, Indianapolis.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Gordon (Beth) ROBINSON, Mandeville, La.; six grandchildren; four great-gradchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Worby (Mildred) CLINKER and Mrs. Richard (Donna) FRENCH, both of Silver Lake; and two brothers, Ed and wife Mary BUCHER, Mentoe; and Gerald and wife Mary BUCHER, Churubusco. Preceding in death were one son, Robert H. BUCHER; and one brother, Earl BUCHER.

Services will be at 11 a.m Friday at the Silver Creek Church of God, Silver Lake, with the Rev. James MALBONE officiating. Burial will be in the Silver Creek Cemetery, Silver Lake. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m Thursday at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, and one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church.

Betty J. Cumberland

June 17, 1927 - Jan.29, 1996

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Beaver Dam United Methodist Church, Akron, for Betty J. CUMBERLAND, 68, 8332 S. Beaver Dam Road, Claypool.

The Revs. Steve FLECK, Evelyn TAYLOR CAIN and Peter ALBERTSON will officiate. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,Akron. Memorials may be made to Kosciusko County Hospice.

Mrs. Cumberland died at 8 a.m. Monday at her residece. She was born in Warsaw to Lawrence and Laverne BOYER RIFE. On Dec. 24, 1946, in Warsaw, she married Loren K. CUMBERLAND, who survives. She was a farmer’s wife., 1945 graduate of Warsaw High School and a member of the Beaver Dam United Methodist Church.

Surviving with her husband are two sons, Stephen and wife Joyce CUMBERLAND, Claypool; and David and wife Lyda CUMBERLAND, Rochester; two grandsons, Craig and Jason CUMBERLAND; three granddaughters, Shannon, Cara and Stacy CUMBERLAND; one sister, Miriam RIFE, Warsaw; and one brother, Edwin RIFE, Okeechobee, Fla. Preceding in death were one son, Gary CUMBERLAND; and one sister, Lillian WIGGINS.

Geraldine Hunter

Nov. 16, 1912 - Jan. 29, 1996

Geraldine “Jerry” HUNTER, 83, 7106 East and 600 North, Rochester, died at 9:18 p.m. Monday at Life Care Center of Rocheser, where she had been a resident since August 1995.

She was born near Talma to Mack and Agnes Van DOREN HAIMBAUGH. On Sept. 28, 1933, in Mentone, she married Delbert E. HUNTER, who died on May 24, 1987. She had lived her entire life in the Talma community and was a homemaker., She was a member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church, the Rush Mission of the Church, past president of the Hoosier Carnival Glass Assocition, American Carnival Glass Association, International Carnival Glass Association, and the Pleasant Valley Club. She was also a member of the former Rochester Womens Club and past president of the Soil Conservatio Society Womens Auxiliary.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Ronnie (Patsy) UTTER, Rochester; one grandson, Steve and wife Kathy UTTER, Rochester; one great-granddaughter, Melody UTTER; and one great-grandson, Matthew UTTER, both of Rochester; and two sisters, Mrs. Albert P. (Donna Jean) WALTON, Peoria, Ill; and Mrs. Gerald (Maxine) YODER, Elkhart. Precedig in death was one brother, Alonzo J. “Buddy” HAIMBAUGH.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Phil PRATT officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m Wednesday and from 9 a.m. through the hour of service Thursday at the funeral home.

Walter Jackson

Oct. 10, 1906 - Jan. 28, 1996

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, for Walter JACKSON, 89, 510 Race St.

The Rev. Larry PYEATT will officiate. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. through the hour of service Wednesday at the funeral home.

Mr. Jackson died at 9:26 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital. He was born in Salyersville, Ky, to Charlie and Martha SALYERS JACKSON. On Feb. 26, 1934, in Salyersville, Ky., he married Ethel WILLIAMS, who survives. He was a resident of Rochester for 26 years, having come from Paintsville, Ky. He was an employee of the C&O Railroad, worked in the coal mines and farmed. He attended the Pentecostal Church, Paintsville, Ky.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Rollin “Buck” (Jean) SIMPSON, Rochester; three granddaughters, Mrs. Jack (Judy) SWANK ad Mrs. Roger (Brenda) VOGEL, both of Rochester; and Mrs. James (Priscilla) BALLEE, Wabash; and nine great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were one daughter and two sons, including James C. JACKSON, who was killed in Vietnam on Nov.17, 1965. Mr. Jackson was one of a family of 10 children who have all preceded in death.

Ralph V. Rader

Dec. 23, 1906 - Jan. 28, 1996

Ralph V. RADER, 89, Indiana 114 East, P.O. Box 55, Akron, died at 9 p.m. Sunday at his residence.

He was born near Disko to Charles E. and Tressie RAGER RADER. In 1924, in Akron, he married Grace I. MILLER, who died on Nov 14, 1995. He lived his entire life in the Disko and Akron communities He was a retired farmer and former Henry Township Trustee in Fulton County from 1944-1952. He served five terms (1954-1965) in the Indiana State House of Represetatives where he chaired and served on several comittees, he was administrative assistat to the Speaker of the House of Representatives for 14 years, and he was appointed a Sagamore of the Wabash by Gov. Otis Bowen.

He served on the Akron Public Library Board, attended the Laketon and Akron Public Schools, was a member of the Akron United Methodist Church, Gilead Masonic Lodge, and Scottish Rite and Mizpah Shrine temples, both of Fort Wayne.

Surviving are one son, Richard C. and wife LaDonna RADER, Akron; one granddaughter, Mrs. Rick (Candace) NEWELL, Akron; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were two brothers, Rex and Eugene RADER.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. Mark BERG officiating Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. through the hour of service Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Akron United Methodist Church.

Wednesday, January 31, 1995 to Thursday, February 1, 1996

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Friday, February 2, 1996

Chase L. Stone

Sept. 25, 1995 - Jan. 24, 1996

Chase Lenvel STONE, four=month infant son of Jeffrey and Rise STONE, 19043 Michigan Road, Argos, died at 5 p.m Wednesday, Jan. 24, at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

Surviving are his parents, Jeffrey and Rise RICH STONE; sister, Emilee [STONE]; and brother, Kole [STONE], all of Argos; maternal grandparents, Lloyd and Eunice BETZ RICH, Valparaiso; paternal grandparents, Larry and Ethel McKENZIE STONE, Argos; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services were at 11 a.m Saturday at the Argos Baptist Church, with the Rev. Robert MACE officiatig. Burial was in the Argos Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

Marjorie Savage

April 28, 1900 - Jan. 30, 1996

Graveside service will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Plainview Cemetery, Macy, for Marjorie SAVAGE, 95, 1616 S. Normandy St., Los Angeles, Calif.

The Rev. David WELSH will officiate. There will be no visitation. Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the arrangements.

Miss Savage died at 12:10 a.m Wednesday at Tropical Convalescent Hospital, Glendale, Calif. She was born in Macy to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas SAVAGE. She was a retired teacher and taught for 20 years in California.

Preceding n death were two brothers, Dewitt and William SAVAGE.

Saturday, Februay 3, 1996

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Monday, February 5, 1996

Jean E. Saygers

March 5, 1929 - Feb. 3, 1996

Jean Eileen SAYGERS, 66, 10013 W. 16th Road, Argos, died at 2 a.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Plymouth to William A. and Mary E. SNYDER RICHARD. On Nov. 13, 1948, in Plymouth, she married Henry W. SAYGERS, who died on Dec. 14, 1983. She was a homemaker and resided most of her life in the Plymouth and Argos communities. She attended the First Baptist church, Argos, and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Post 1162, Plymouth.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. John (Carol) WILLIAMS, Argos; Mrs. Eric (Eva) ISLEY, Plymouth, and Mrs. Rex (Debbie) JOHNSON, Richmond; two sons, Dennis A. SAYGERS, Texas; and David and wife Delia SAYGERS, Plymouth; eleven grndchldren; two great-grandchildren two sisters, Mrs. Joan E NETHERCUTT, Plymouth; and Mrs. Ivan (Shirley) CARPENTER, Morristown, Tenn; and two brothers, Phillip W. RICHARD and Steven A and wife Beverly RICHARD, both of Plymouth. Preceding in death were one son, William H. SAYGERS, 1967; and an infant sister, Eloise [RICHARD], 1962.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with the Rev. Robert MACE officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m tuesday and from 9 a.m. through the hour of services Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, Argos.

Ethel R. Malott

Ethel R. MALOTT, 85, Rochester Health Care, died at 4:55 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital. She was a former resident of Rural Route 4, Box 542, Rochester.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Deloris M. Segraves

April 6, 1917 - Feb. 4, 1996

Deloris M. “Dee” SEGRAVES, 78, 3617 North and 275 West, Rochester, died at 6:36 p.m Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Wells County to William and Pearl BLOCHER HESHER. She was married to Francis SEGRAVES, who preceded her in death. She had lived in Rochester for 31 years, having come from Logansport, and prior to that, Portland She was a housekeeper for the Rev. Harold WELLER, former pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, for many years. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Clyde (Marjorie) COUCH, Geneva; one son, William and wife Kay SEGRAVES, Poetland; six grandchldren; several great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Mabel PAXSON, Penville. Preceding in death were one son, Jack SEGRAVES, who died in 1983; four sisters, Helen LOVELL, Verta MURPHY, Opal GRICE and Eva BARNETT; and two brothers, Harold and Robert HESHER.

Services will be at 10 a.m Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, with the Revs. John ZAHN and Harold WELLER officiating. Burial will be in the Alberson Cemetery, Petroleum. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m Tuesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester A Vigil Prayer Service and Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials other than Masses and flowers can be made to St Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester.

Mary J. Thompson

Feb. 6, 1916 - Feb. 3, 1996

Mary Jane THOMPSON, 77, 323 W. Walnut St., Akron, died Saturday at her residence.

She was born in Leiters Ford to LeRoy and Dessie DURR NEWCOMER. In January 1937 she married Edward L. THOMPSON, who died in 1977. She was a cook at Akron School and had worked at Heckman’Bindery, North Manchester. She was a member of the Akron Church of God, Service Guild, Bus Ministry, Prayer Chain and Goldenaires, all of the church.

Surviving are one daughter Mrs. Roger (Janet) GEARHART, Akron; one grandson, Kris GEARHART, Akron; and three great-grandchildren, Justin, Kristal and Eric [GEARHART]. Preceding in death were one grandson, Brent GEARHART, 1980; one son, Barry THOMPSON, 1966; three brothers, Carl, Roland and Harold NEWCOMER, and three sisters, Letha MERLEY, Valma BUTT and Carol WATSON.

Services will be at 2 p.m Tuesday at the Akron Church of God, with the Rev. James MALBONE officiating. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Hurtzler Fueral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to the Akron church of God Buildig Fund.

Tuesday, February 6, 1996

Richard Hudkins

Richard “Dick” HUDKINS, 44, 3580 Tamarack Road, Walkerton, died Monday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Ethel R. Malott

Feb. 28, 1910 - Feb. 5, 1996

Services will be at 2 p.m Tursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, for Ethel R. MALOTT, 85, Rochester Health Care Center.

The Rev. Dan MUNDT will officiarte. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and after noon through the hour of services on Thursday at the funeral home.

Mrs. Malott was born in Brookston to George Washington and Gurtrude SRANKAGUSTE BROWN. On Sept. 11, 1926, in Monticello, she married Elmer H. MALOTT, who died on Sept. 2, 1980. She was a homemaker. She was a former resident of Rt. 4, Box 542, Rochester. She had lived in Rochester since 1968, having come from Valparaiso, and prior to that, White Couty and Brookston.

Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Flossie Marie EKDAHL, Houston, Texas; Mrs. Margaret SEEDORF, Otterbein; Mrs. Herman (Hilda) KEMP, Delphi; Mrs. Joan HOWARD, Wabash; and Mrs. David (Donna) WOODS, Rochester; one son, Roscoe H. MALOTT, Kewanna; nineteen grandchildren; thirty-seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Lucy NEWGENT, Lafayette; one brother, George and wife June BROWN, Akron; one half-sister, Mrs. Georgia REED, Wabash; and four half-brothers, Ralph BROW Jr., Denver; James “Jim” and Kenneth “Kenny” ROWN, both of Peru; and Leo BROWN, Santa Cruz, Calif. Preceding in death were her parents; one daughter, Jaunita WILLIAMS; three ssters, Amanda BONTY, Louise ROBINSON and Minne GOOD; one half-sister, Gladys REED; and one brother, Fred BROWN.

W. O. Winegardner

Jan. 31, 1920 - Feb. 5, 1996

W. O. “Boots” WINEGARDNER, 76, 3272 East 550 South, Rochester, died at 8:20 p.m Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

He was born in White Couty to Samuel N. and Nettie GEHR WINEGARDNER. On June 22, 1946, in Fulton County, he married Clara Mae CLEMANS, who survives. He was a retired farmer and worked the last [14] years at his farm and home in Rochester. He was a member of the Rochester Church of Christ.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Jack Owen WINEGARDNER, Rochester; three daughters, Mrs. Lana Sue PITCOCK, Peru; Mrs. Mary Jane PETERSON and Mrs Judy Diane DAVIS, both of Oklahoma City, Okla; nine grandchildren, Scott BLANCHARD, Noblesville; Chris BLANCHARD, Kewanna; Robert and James CLEVELAND, both of Oklahoma City, Okla; Lauri PITCOCK and Patrisha ANDREWS, both of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and Jack WINEGARDNER Jr.; and Kelly and Bethany WINEGARDER, all of Rochester; several nieces and nephews, and [five] great-grandchildren. Preceding n death were six sisters, Grace WINEGARDER, Evelyn [SWARTZELL], Betty HARVEY, Alice MALOTT, Alma [TIGLER] and Florence BARNES.

Services will be at 11 a.m Friday at Zimmerman Fmily Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. James DILLINGER officiating. Burial will be in the Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Humbert Martin

Humbert “Marty” MARTIN, 72, 310 E Plum St., Argos, died at 10:30 p.m. Monday at his residence.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Mary H. Sage

Aug 25, 1912 - Feb. 5, 1996

Mary Helen (JUDKINS) SAGE, 83, 308 N. O’Neil St., Frankfort, died at 4:55 p.m. Monday at her residence.

She was born n Robinson, Ill., to Dr. Harry C. and Nancy June PICKELL JUDKINS. In 1965 in Rochester, she married Kermit R. SAGE, who died in February 1978. She was a foundry worker at Indiana Brass Co., Frankfort, for 17 years and lived most of her life in Frankfort. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Frankfort, and Frankfort Moose Lodge No. 7.

Surviving are two sons, Edgar M. THOMAS, Kewanna; and John S THOMAS, Frankfort; three daughters, Mrs. Euel (Patricia J.) BIRGE, Rochester; Judith A. HEATH, Kewanna; and Roberta C GALVIN, Frankfort; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-two great-grandchildren; and life-long friend Helen CHILDERS, Sedalia. Preceding in death were three husbands, George A. THOMAS, Edward GALVIN, and Kermit SAGE; two sons, William R THOMAS and Richard GALVIN; and one daughter, Bonnie Mae GALVIN.

Graveside services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Bunnell Cemetery, Frankfort, with the Rev. Gerold BORAWSKI. There will be no visitation Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church or the American Cancer Society.

Eller-Weston Funeral Home, Frankfort, is in charge of the arrangements.

Anthony M Walsh

Nov. 15, 1906 - Feb. 5, 1996

Anthony M. “Pat” WALSH, 89, 411 N. Tucker St., Mentone, died at 9:55 p.m. Monday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

He was born in Parkston, S.D, to Michael and Brigetta MANLEY WALSH. On May 7, 1946, he married Louise BERGSTROM, who survives. He had been a resident of Mentone for 50 years, having come from South Dakota. He had worked for Valentine Elevator, Mentone, for many years and also for Manwarig Leghorn Farms, Mentone

Survivig with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Gene (Bea) HUGHES, Mentone; and Mrs Dennis (Patti) GRUENEWALD, St Paul, Minn; one step-daughter, Mrs. Michael (Dixie) SUMME, Akron; ten grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary CALLO, New York, N.Y.; and Anne GROHS, Mitchell, S.D.; and two brothers, Hugh J. WALSH, New York, N.Y.,, and Jack WALSH, Parkston, S.D. Preceding in death was one brother, Thomas WALSH.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Terry FISHER officiating. Burial will be in the Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m Wedesday at the funeral home.

Andrew S. Leabo

June 16, 1930 - Feb. 4, 1996

Andrew S. LEABO, 65, East 650 North, Rochester, died at 5:50 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph’s Medical Center, South Bend.

He was born in Suttons Bay, Mich., to Peter and Gusti WEISLER LEABO.

Surviving are one daughter, Margo LEABO, Hammond; two sisters, Marjorie OSCAR and Delores MIKOWSKI, both of Suttons Bay, Mich.; and one brother, Pete LEABO, Suttons Bay, Mich.

There will be no services or visitation. Cremation has taken place, and burial will be in St. Michaels Cemetery, Suttons Bay, Mich. Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Childrens Research Hospital.

Wednesday, February 7, 1996

Donald O. Feltis and

Jessie L. Smith

Two people died Tuesday afternoon in a collision at the intersectio of Indiana 25 and Fort Wayne Road. Indiana State Police say both lives may have been spared if the drivers would have been wearing seatbelts. Donald O. FELTIS, 59, 4978 E County Road 650 North, suffered massive chest injuries in the crash.

Also killed, Jessie L. SMITH, 35, Chicago. Smith was partially ejecrted from his vehicle during the accident. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Firefighters used inflatable air bags to lift Smith’s car to remove him. His leg was trapped under the wreckage.

The state police report says Smith was westbound on Fort Wayne Road about 4:45 p.m. when he failed to yield the right-of-way to the oncoming vehicle drive by Feltis. The left front of Smith’s car struck the right front of the vehicle drive by Feltis

A state police accident reconstrucrtionist was called in to help with the investigation.

The itersection was closed for more than an hour.

The Indiana State Police, Fulton County Sheriff’s Department, Fulton County E.M.S. and Fulton County Coroner, Rochester Police Department and the Rochester Fire Depatment responded to the crash.

This is the first fatal traffic accident of the year in Fulton County and the first inside the city limits since 1993. There were two fatal traffic accidents in the county in 1995 and seven in 1994. There were seven fatal traffic accidents in the county during 1993.

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Donald O. Feltis, 59, 4978 East and 650 North, Rochester, died at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital, folowing an accident at 4:45 p.m. Tuesday at the junction of Fourth Street and Indiana 25 North, Rochester.

Arrangements are pendig at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Max Burch

March 6, 1906 - Feb. 6, 1996

Max BURCH, 89, 40 W. Harrison Ave., Wabash, died at 5:50 a.m Tuesday at his residence. He was born in Miami County to Donald C. and Nona TRACY BURCH. On June 22, 1929, in Columbia City, he married Mable KRATHWOHL, who survives He retired from General Tire & Rubber Co., Wabash, in 1969 after 17 years, and was a farmer. He was a member of the Wabash Friends Church, Wabash Senior Citizen Club, a charter member of the Wabash AARP, Wabash County Farm Bureau, and the General Tire Retirees Club. He moved to Wavbash in 1981 from rural North Manchester, and lived in Wabash County since 1941, having come from Fulton County.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Robert L. BURCH, Wabash; three brothers, Vores L “Bud” BURCH and Harvey BURCH, both of North Machester; and Gene BURCH, Rochester; two sisters, Mrs. Galen (Geneva) GRONINGER, Plainfield; and Mrs. Robert (Nina) DeFORD, North Manchester; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Preceding in death were four brothers.

Services will be at 10 a.m Saturday at Manchester Avenue Chapel, Grandstaff-Hentgen, Wabash, with the Rev. David PHILLIPS officiating. Burial will be in the Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral chapel.

Richard A. Hudkins

Oct. 15, 1951 - Feb. 5, 1996

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, for Richard A “Dick” HUDKINS, 44, 3580 Tamarack Road, Walkerton.

The Rev. Mark SPENCER will officiate. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from noon until services on Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Foundation.

Mr. Hudkins died at 6:55 p.m Monday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis. He was born in Plymouth to Richard W. and Lillian L. MAHLER HUDKINS In 1981 in Rochester, he was married to Kathy JOHNSON, and later divorced He had been a resident of the Walkerton community the past 17 years, having come from Rochester He was a farmer and had been a heavy equipment operator for the former McMahan-O’Connor Construction Co., Rocheter. He was a 1970 graduate of Rochester Community High School, where he lettered in basketball, baseball and track. He graduated from Ball State University in 1974 with a B.S. degree. He was active in Little League teams, coaching baseball and football.

Surviving are one daughter, Rebecca HUDKINS, Rochester; one son, Jeremy HUDKINS, Rochester; parents, Richard W. and Lillian HUDKINS, Rochester; one rother, James and wie Connie HUDKINS, Rochester; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Edwin R. Hektor

Edwin R. “Ed” HEKTOR, 84, 329 1/2 Fulton Ave., died at 5:30 a.m today at his residence.

Arragements are pending at Foster & Good Fueral Home, Rochester.

Humbert Martin

June 9, 1923 - Feb. 5, 1996

Private services will be held for Humbert “Marty” MARTIN, 72, 310 E. Plum St., Argos.

Burial wil be in the Oakland Memory Lane Cemetery, Dalton, Ill. There will be no visitation or viewing. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Hospice, Suite 111, 108 N. Main St., South Bend, IN 46601-1612.

Mr. Martin died at 10:30 p.m. Monday at his residence. He was born in Chicago, Ill., to Pete MARTIN. On June 8, 1978, in Plymouth, he married June BREWER, who survives. He had been a resident of Argos since 1982, havig come from Mesquite, Texas. He retired in 1982 from Service Engineer Verson All Steel Press Co., Chicago, Ill. He was a member of Argos American Legion Post No. 68, F&AM Blue Island, Ill.; and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Lorayne BADGER; one granddaughter, Karrie BADGER; and one grandson, Dominic BADGER, all of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; and one brother, Anthoy MARTIN, Argos.

Thursday, February 8, 1996

Marynelle Barnes

Nov. 1, 1950 - Feb. 7, 1996

A Fulton woman was killed Wednesday in a two-car crash on Indiana 114 near Wabash County Road 300 West, west of North Manchester.

Marynelle BARNES, 45, Dunn and Wright streets, was pronounced dead on arrival at Wabash County Hospitl in Wabash.

Gaylord MILLER of Columbia City was also injured in the crash. He was transferrd from Wabash County Hospital to Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw with multiple injuries

The accident occurred about 9:20 a.m. accordig to the Wabash County Sheriff’s Department.

Wabash County Sheriff Timothy A. ROBERTS said Miller was west bound on Indiana 114, Barnes was east bound on Indiana 114.

Roberts said it appears Roberts was attempting to pass a vehicle and drove into the path of Barnes’ oncoming car. Barnes’ car spun on the slick roadway attempting to avoid the accidet before the collision occurred.

Roberts said a North Mancheter accident reconstructionist worked with the sheriff’s department to determine how the crash occurred on the rural roadway.

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Marynele Barnes, 45, Dunn and Wright Streets, Fulton, died at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Indiana 114 and 300 West in Wabash County, from injuries received in an automobile accident.

She was born in Rochester to Howard and Kathleen MASTELLER STEWART On June 6, 1986, in Logansport, she married David L. “Barney” BARNES, who survives She worked for Moore Business Forms, Rochester, for 16 years. She was a 1969 graduate of Rochester High School and a member of Church of Christ, Logansport.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Mrs. Brian (Tami) PURSIFULL, Rochester; oe son, Justin JENKINS, Fulton; four grandchidren, Madison and Marcen PURSIFULL, both of Rochester; and Courtney and Zachery JENKINS, Fort Wayne; step-father and mother, Delford and Kathleen BOWEN, Rochester; two sisters, Sandra Kay KLEIN, Logansport; and Mrs. Richard (Mickey) BOLLENBERG, Bonneau, S.C.; one brother, Howard Jr. and wife Mary STEWART, Hudson, Fla.; one stepbrother, Leroy and wife Ive BOWEN, Greentown; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Jerry SALTSMAN officiating. Burial will be in the Athens Cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m Friday and 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

John T. Downham

John T. DOWNHAM, 81, 1129 W. Pontoon Dr., Kewanna, died at 8:53 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport.

Donald O. Feltis

April 26, 1936 - Feb. 6, 1996

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, for Donald O’Neal FELTIS, 59, 4978 East and 650 North, Rochester.

The Rev. Charles REISER will officiate. Burial will be ai the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. through the hour of service on Friday at the funeral home.

Mr. Feltis died at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital from injuries received in a two vehicle accident at the intersection of East Fourth Street and Indiana 25.

He was born n Royal Center to Terry and Bessie M. DENNY FELTIS. On July 4, 1981, in Logansport, he married Carole L. HOLLOWAY, who survives. He was a resident of the Rochester community for the past 14 1/2 years, having come from Star City. He was a machinist at Buck Logansport Corp. for the past 35 years, and had been the president of union local 450 AFL-CIO International Association of Machinist and Aero Space Workers. He was a member of the Yorktown Road Church of Christ, Logansport; and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1956 to 1961.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Mrs. Brian (Kathy) DeFORD, Mrs. Michael (Kimberly) STRONG and Mrs. Scott (Kelly) BARBOUR, all of Logansport; four sons, Edward and wife Linda FELTIS, Logansport; James CRAFT Jr., Athens; Daniel L. and wife Julie CRAFT, Akron; and Charles E. and wife Jan (CRAFT, Huntertown; mother, Mrs. Bessie M. FELTIS, Star City; one brother, Dale D FELTIS, Logansport; fifteen grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were his father and an infant brother, Jackie Lee FELTIS.

Edwin W. Hektor

Sept. 15, 1911 - Feb. 7, 1996

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, for Edwin R. “Ed” HEKTOR, 84, 329 1/2 Fulton Ave.

The Rev. John ZAHN will officiate. Burial will be in the Fairview Catholic Cemetery, Mishawaka. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. A scripture service will be 7 p.m Friday at the funeral home.

Mr. Hektor died at 5:30 a.m. Wednesday at his residence. He was born in Kewanna to Axel and Hilda HEKTOR. On Dec. 25, 1936, in Kewanna, he married Agnes L. ZARTMAN, who died on Oct. 31, 1990. He had lived in Rochester for five years, having come from Fulton, and prior to that, Arkansas. He was a retired custodian for St. Vincent De Paul School and Church, Elkhart; and a former employee of Studebaker Corp., South Bend. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. William (Bonnie) MOSLEY, Quitman, Ark.; Sister Sharon HEKTOR, Grand Blanc, Mich; and Mrs. William L. and wife (Patricia) MOSLEY, Beebe, Ark.; two sons, Raymond E. HEKTOR, Rochester; and Joseph L. HEKTOR, Lucedale, Miss; eleven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and one sister, Ethel FRYE, South Bend. Preceding in death were an infant son, Phillip Michael [HEKTOR], one sister, and three brothers.

Bud Mathis

Aug 12, 1924 - Feb. 6, 1996

Bud MATHIS, 71, 421 Bradley Ct., Culver, died at 3:10 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

He was born in East Chicago to Ray and Elizabeth FARCUS MATHIS. On April 17, 1948, in Shelby, he married Victoria LAZAR, who survives He had been a resident of Culver since June 1995, having come from Portage, and prior to that, Bowstring, Minn. He was a 1942 graduate at East Chicago Roosevelt High School and owned and operated Mathis Resort, Bowstring, Minn. From 1950 to 1973, he owned and operated Acme Appliance, Gary. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Deer River, Minn; and a former member of Moose Lodge, Portage.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Keith (Diane) EBERHARDT, Hebron; two sons, John R. and wife Fran MATHIS, Portage; and Bruce D. and wife Sue MATHIS, Valparaiso; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 8 p. today at Steinke Funeral Home, Hebron, with the Rev. Brian L. BEEKS officiating. The burial site is private. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the church or charity of one’s choice.

Friday, February 9, 1996

John T Downham

March 4, 1914 - Feb. 8, 1996

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, Logansport, for John T. DOWNHAM, 81, 1129 W. Pontoon Drive, Kewanna.

The Rev. Jerry A. SCHULTZ will officiate. Burial will be in the Rock Creek Cemetery, Logansport. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m today at McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, and one hour prior to services Saturday at the church. Memorials may be made to the Faith Lutheran Church Stained Glass Fund.

Mr. Downham died at 8:53 a.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital. He was born in Ellendale, N.D., to Earl A and Lillie Ivy THOMAS DOWNHAM. On April 21, 1935, at Deer Creek, he married Elicabeth PETER, who survives. He was a retired farmer, retired construction worker, and 35-year Carroll Couty school bus driver. He was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church and was a 4-H leader for 12 years.

Surviving with his wife are four daughters, Patricia Ann SMITH, Camden; Carolyn Sue SHRIVER, Logansport; Lois Irene GIBBS, Mohrsville, Pa.; and Jane Ellen PENN, Camden; one son, David Ray DOWNHAM, Logansport; two sisters, Irene B. SINN, Seymour; and Anna Florence KERR, Brazil; one brother, Walter L. DOWNHAM, Logansport; ten grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were a daughter, sister and brother.

Vern Eugene Herrell

June 21, 1925 - Jan. 28, 1996

Vern Eugene HERRELL, 70, New Chester, Wis., died Sunday, Jan. 28, at Nellis Federal Hospital, Las Vegas, Nev.

He was born in Miami to Floyd and Pearl BAKER HERRELL. He moved with his family to Rt. 4, Rochester, in 1930. He served with the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II and received the Purple Heart. On Dec. 23, 1945, in Rochester, he married O. Frances MUTCHLER, who survives. After being discharged from the service in 1946, he and his wife returned to Rochester and farmed with his father. They moved to Adams County, Wis., in February 1955, where he farmed.

He was a member of the Snyder Richardson American Legion Post 273, Grand Marsh; town constable for New Chester; member of the original committee to develop the New Chester Fire Department and was first fire chief of that departmet; member of the Adams County board of Planning and Zoning; and a life member of the D.A.V.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Lois CHRISTENSEN, Adams, Wis; Karen GILMORE, Athens, Texas; and Lori WHEELER, Appleton, Wis.; four sons, Larry HERRELL, Berlin, Wis.; Roger and Tim HERRELL, both of Medford, Wis.; and Tony HERRELL, Oxford, Wis; thirteen grandchildren; three sisters; and one brother.

Services were held at 10 a.m Saturday, Feb. 3, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home, Friendship, Wis. Military rites were conducted by the Adams Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6279, American Legion Red Cloud Post 250 and the American Legion Snyder Richardson Post 273. Burial was in the Gould Rock Cemetery, Grand Marsh, Wis.

Jack P. Mehring

March 29, 1922 - Feb. 7, 1996

Jack P. MEHRING, 73, Life Care Center, Rochester, died at 3:50 a.m. Wednesday at his residence.

He was born in Wabash to Harry R. and Edna PALMER MEHRING. On March 12, 1948, in Wabash, he married Dorohy Jean MEHRING, who died on May 6, 1985. He retired from Wabash Metal Products and was a disc jockey for Radio W.A.Y.T. in Wabash, hostig the swap shop. He was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Rochester. He had lived in Rochester since 1992, having come from Wabash.

Surviving are two sons, James E. MEHRING, New Castle; and John D MEHRING, Rochester; one daughter, Pamela Sue PEDEGO, and six grandchildren.

Private services were held today at Main Street Chapel, Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home, Wabash, with the Rev. John ZAHN officiating. Burial was in the Friends Cemetery, Wabash.

Clara P. Swihart

March 25, 1904 - Feb. 8, 1996

Clara P. SWIHART, 91, 602 Randolph St., Plymouth, died at 4 a.m. Thursday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth.

She was born in Plymouth to Richard and May ACKLES GRAVES. On Dec. 20, 1923, in Plymouth, she married Sumner F. SWIHART, who died on Aug. 9, 1979. She was a Marshall County resident most of her life and a homemaker. She was a member of the Plymouth Grace Baptist Church and former Friendship Club.

Survivig are six daughters, Frances SWIHART and Eva DUNN, both of Plymouth; Mrs. Donald (Mary) BLAKELEY, LaPorte; Mrs. William (Ethel) WHALEY, Lapaz; and Mrs. Ralph (Connie) STERLING and Bonnie SLITER, both of Bradford, Ark; five sons, Donald and wife Frieda SWIHART, Lapaz; Paul and wife Edna SWIHART and Roy and wife Diana SWIHART, both of Plymouth; Irve and wife Audrey SWIHART, Edwardsburg, Mich.; and Ray and wife Doris SWIHART, Gary. fifty grandchildren; eighty-three great-grandchildren; twenty great-great-grandchildren; one step-sister, Lillian CUNNINGHAM, Rochester; and one step-brother, LeRoy “Bud” GRAVES, South Bend. Preceding in death were one son, Bobby Dean SWIHART; four grandchildren, Gene SLITER, Ronald SWIHART, Michael DUNN and Randy SWIHART; one sister, Olive MATHEWS; one step-sister; and one step-brother.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Grace Baptist Church, Plymouth, with the Rev. Pete WARDLOW officiating. Burial will be in the New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m Sunday at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth; and one hour prior to services on Monday at the church. Memorials may be made to the Grace Baptist Church.

Saturday, February 10, 1996

Greg R Hooker

Aug. 31, 1963 - Feb. 9, 1996

Greg Richard HOOKER, 32, 15796 Hickory Road, Argos, died at 8:30 a.m Friday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

He was born in Plymouth to Richaard G. and Mary OVERMYER HOOKER, Argos, who survive. He lived his entire life in the Argos Community. He was married to Nikki FOX.

He graduated from Argos Community School and from Ancilla College in May 1995. He attended Indiana Universty, South Bend, majoring in computer science. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion.

Surviving with his parents are one daughter, Jami Marie HOOKER, Argos, two sisters, Mrs Jack (Jill Ann) HOLZBERGER, Mitchell, S.D., and Mrs. James (Cheri) L. HOFFER, Plymouth; nieces, Ericka MILLER, Mitchell, S.D, and Elizabeth HOFFER, Plymouth, and aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with the Rev. Robin SMITH officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from4-8 p.m. Sunday and one hour before services Monday.

L. Hadden Stewart

July 19, 1924 - Feb 8, 1996

L. Hadden STEWART, 71, 531 West Ninth St., died Thursday at his residence. He had been in failing health.

He was born in Roachdale, to Lewis H. and Helen FORD STEWART. He lived most of his life in Fulton County.

He owned Stewart Tax Service and was a former Fulton County Republican Precinct Committeeman. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Surviving are four sons, William F. [STEWART], Marion; Robert H. [STEWART], Shelbyville; Stephen D [STEWART], Muncie, and Jonathan E. [STEWART], Pendleton; one adopted son, Michael A. [STEWART], Anderson, and five grandchildren. Preceding in death were one son, Jeffrey A. [STEWART], who died in 1964, and one brother, James R. [STEWART], who died in 1976.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Zimmermn Family Funeral Home, with the Rev. Donald BRENNEMAN officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery where military graveside services will be conducted by the Rochester American Legion and VFW posts. Friends may call from noon to 2 p.m Tuesday.

Monday, February 12, 1996

Helen L. Hollar

Aug. 11, 1913 - Feb. 10, 1996

Helen Lucille HOLLAR, 82, 8232 E. 16th Road, Argos, died at 5:20 p.m. Saturday at Saint Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County in Plymouth.

She was born in Bourbon to George and Fannie (MILLER) WATKINS. On March 20, 1935 in Plymouth she married John K. HOLLAR, who survives

She was a lifetime resident of the Argos and Bourbon areas. She was a homemaker, and a member of the Jehovah Witness Church in Rochester.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Mrs. Kenneth (Melba) HAMMAN, Argos; six sons, Richard and Delores HOLLAR; Lowell HOLLAR, William HOLLAR, James and Karen HOLLAR, Carl and Clara HOLLAR, all of Argos; and Harvey and Connie HOLLAR, Mishawaka; thirteen grndchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; three sisters, Maxine NELSON, Elkhart; Mary BESSON, Warsaw; Jane NEFF, Goshen; and one brother, Robert WATKINS, Lake Placid, Fla.

Preceding in death with her parents were a granddaughter, Donna TREBER; a great-granddaughter, Emily TREBER; and a brother, Devoe WATKINS.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Grossman Funeral Home in Argos with Bruce LENZ officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Argos. Friends may call from 4-8 p. Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday.

Memorials may be left to the American Heart Foundation or the charity of one’s choice.

Rachel M. Crabill

Nov. 12, 1923 - Feb. 9, 1996

Rachel Mae CRABILL, 72, 930 West Sixth St., Rochester, died at 7:45 pm Friday at the residence of her daughter, Claudia 6513 Rosalind Lane,Anderson.

She was born in Indianapolis to Claude and Ethel Mae HICKS STUDEBAKER. She lived most of her life in Rochester. On April 7, 1946, in Rochester, she married Harrison CRABILL, who survives.

She was a homemaker and member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Morning Quest Circle, and Order of the Eastern Star No. 70.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Sally Mae FISH, Warsaw; Claudia Sue WILBUR, Anderson; one son, William Harrison “Bill” CRABILL Jr., West Lafayette; six grandchildren, Brett William FISH, Emily Mae FISH, Kyle William WILBUR, Krista Rose WILBUR, Alissa Marie WILBUR, Joshua James WILBUR; one brother, Byron H. STUDEBAKER, Culver.

Services will be at 2 p.m today in the Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, with the Rev. C. David HOIGSETT officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Grace United Methodist Church.

Esther Dinsmore

Oct. 2, 1902 - Feb. 10, 1996

Esther DINSMORE, 93, Millers Merry Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, and formerly of Culver, died at 8:15 p.m Saturday, at Miller’s Merry Manor.

She was born in East Chicago to Charles and Mary LINDBLOM, who preceded her in death. On May 30, 1932 in Argos she married Harry DINSMORE, who died Jan 23, 1973

She lived most of her life in the Culver Community. She was a homemaker and a member of the Poplar Grove United Methodist Church. She was a member of WSCS in Culver and the Maxinkuckee Rebekah Lodge No. 884 in Culver.

Surviving are two sons, Herman and Midge DINSMORE, Walkerton and Wally and Wanda DINSMORE, Plymouth; four gradchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Grossman Funeral Home in Argos with the Rev. Warren WALMER officiating. Burial will be in the Maxinkuckee I.O.O.F. Cemetery near Culver. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. tonight where the Maxinkuckee Rebekah Lodge will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m.

Memorials may be made to the Poplar Grove United Methodist Church.

Genevieve K. Thurston

Nov. 15, 1926 - Feb. 11, 1996

Genevieve “Genny” KASTNER THURSTON, 69, Fort Wayne, died Sunday at Parkview Hospita, Fort Wayne.

She lived in Rochester and Warsaw and was married to Earl THURSTON, who survives. She was assistant director of food services at Grace College, Winona Lake, managed the Winona Dining Room and was an artist. She attended Blackhawk Baptist Church and was a member of the Gideons Auxiliary.

Survivng with her husband Earl are four daughters, Katherine WINTERS, Fairfield, Ohio; Pamela SHIMER, Fort Wayne; Debra MEEKS, Fort Wayne, and Cynthia ROHLFING, Kalamazoo, Mich.; two sons, David and Timothy [THURSTON], both of Fort Wayne; one sister, Rosemary KAUFFMAN, Sarasota, Fla.; sixteen grandchildren; one great-grandchild and two brothers, Charles and Malcolm KESTNER, both of Florida.

Preceding in death was one son, Thomas [THURSTON].

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Klaehn, Fahl and Melton Funeral Homes Wayne Street Chapel. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in the Blackhawk Christian School. [?]

Memorials may be made to the Hope Missionary Alliance Church, Indianapolis.

Tuesday, February 13, 1996

Jennie M. Holley

Dec. 31, 1913 - Feb. 11, 1996

Jennie M. “Jean” HOLLY, 82, died at 6:40 p. Sunday at Rochester Health Care Center, Rochester.

She was born in East Chicago to Michael and Josephine KURCAVICH JAROS. She married Kenneth R. HOLLEY June 13, 1934. He preceded her in death Sept. 23, 1980.

She had lived in Palestine since 1968 and resided at the Rochester Health Care Center the last three years. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the East Chicago VFW. She was a Boy Scout leader in East Chicago.

Surviving are five daughters, Mildred KENDALL, Portage, Margaret KENDALL, Chesterton, Michael SPRADLIN, Valparaiso, Linda ZEHNER, Portage, Penny STUTZMAN, Silver Lake; three sons, Kenneth HOLLEY, Deotte, Edward HOLLEY, Wheatfield, Richard HOLLEY, Washington; twenty-five grandchildren; and twenty-one great-grandchldren.

Also precedng in death were one daughter, Charlotte Ann BOWEN; two brothers, Stephen JAROS, East Chicago and Michael JAROS; and a sister, Ann LOW.

Private graveside services were scheduled for today at the Palestine Cemetery, Palestine, with the Rev. Don POYSER officiatng.

Arrangements are by King Memorial Home in Mentone. Burial will be in the Palestine Cemetery.

Memorials may be left to Kosciusko County Hospice or to Fulton County Health Care.

Carole Long

Sept. 23, 1943 - Feb. 12, 1996

Carole LONG, 52, 930 Park St., Rochester, died at 9:27 a.m. Monday at her residence.

She was born in South Bend to Ray and Henrietta (RADECKI) LISENKO. She married Thomas D. LONG Dec. 23, 1975. He preceded her in death Aug. 24, 1991.

She was an Avon representative and owned a beauty shop in South Bend. She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rochester; the Altar and Rosary Society of the Church; and was a member of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Surviving are [her parents], two sons, Kristopher LONG, Rochester and Bruce BORLIK, Mishawaka; one granddaughter; and two sisters, Janice BARNES, Rochester and Lori CHIDDISTER, South Bend.

Preceding in death were her husband and one brother, Terry LISENKO

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. John ZAHN officiating Cremation [will take place followig funeral services]. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home. Vigil services will be at 7:30 p.m Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be left to the St. Joseph Catholic Church or the South Bend Humane Society.

Wednesday, February 14, 1996

Frances J. Futrell

Feb. 5, 1927 - Feb. 12, 1996

Frances Jolane FUTRELL, 69, Porterville, Calif., died there Monday at Sierra View District Hospital.

She was born in Indiana and lived in Marion before moving to California five years ago. She was a retail clerk and worked for Gottschalks Retail Store, Marion. She was a former member of the Eastern Star of Indiana.

Survivig are her husband, Albert B FUTRELL, Portervile, Calif; one son, Jim [FUTRELL], Bakersfield; three brothers, Arthur HARPER, Mearle HARPER and George HARPER, all of Rochester; one sister, Jeri SHEER, Fort Wayne; four gandchildren and nieces and nephews.

A committal service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Huntington County, with the Rev. Preston THEALL officiating. Friends may call from 2-7 p.m. Thursday at Raven Funeral Home, 1202 Kem Road, Marion.

Wallace F. Johnson

July 20, 1911 - Feb 3, 1996

Wallace F. JOHNSON, 84, 290 Smith Drive, Sister Bay, Wis., died at 8:30 a.m on Feb. 3 in Scandia Village, Sister Bay, Wis.

He was born in Chicago, Ill, to Wallace and Alice JOHNSON He worked for the U.S. Postal Service and Sonoco Paper Products, Akron.

Surviving are one sister, Mrs. George (Dorothy) BAKER, Midlothian, Ill; one half-sister, Mrs. Jame LOVELESS, Hendersonvile, N.C.; one sister-in-law, Delphine JOHNSON, Sister Bay, Wis., and nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were his parents, his wife Olive [JOHNSON], ad oine brother, William [JOHNSON]

Memorial services were held at Casperson Funeral Home, Sister Bay, Wis Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of local arrangements.

Harriet E. Stoudt

Jan. 16, 1912 - Feb. 13, 1996

Harriet E. STOUDT, 84, 1228 Rochester Blvd., died at 10:29 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Kewanna to Clyde W. and Ida COMPTON ELSTON. She married Foster D. STOUDT July 26, 1942. He preceded her in death Dec. 2, 1969.

She lived her entire life in the Kewanna and Rochester area. A 1930 graduate of Kewanna High School, she attended Ball State University, University of Chicago and the University of Michigan. She taught English for 40 years at Union Township, Star City and Winamac schoos

She was a member of the Kewanna United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, an associate member of the Grace United Methodist Church in Rochester, Kewanna’s Mother’s Club and Bunco Club, and the Retired Teachers Association in Pulaski and Fulton counties

Surviving are two daughters, Jane AREND, Wheatfield and Mary FISHER, Rochester; one son, Bill A. STOUDT, Pendleton; four grandchildren, Kathy and Matthew FISHER and Molly and Susan STOUDT; four nieces and nephews, Tom, Dan, and Jim OVERMYER and Sue STEWART.

She was preceded in death by her husband, one brother, Ralph ELSTON, and one sister, Ruth OVERMYER

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Kewanna United Methodist Church with the Rev. Denise DAVAULT and David HOGSETT officiating Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Kewanna. Friends may call from 4-9 p.m Thursday and one hour before services at Harrison-Metzger Funera Homes, Inc., in Kewanna.

Memorials may be left to Fulton County Counsel on Aging or the Kewanna United Methodist Church.

Thursday, February 15, 1996

Carl F. Borders

Oct. 16, 1915 - Feb. 14, 1996

Carl Franklin BORDERS, 80, 10521 W. 75 North, Etna Green, died at 11:15 a.m. Wednesday at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw.

He was born in Greenfield to James and Nellie HOWRY BORDERS. He married Virginia BUTCHER Oct. 3, 1934. She survive

He lived in the area since coming to Indiana from Illinois in 1952. He was the groundskeeper for the Wawasee Golf Course in Syracuse for 30 years. He was a member of the Full Gospel Assemby Church in Warsaw, and the 50 Golf Club.

Surviving are three daughters, Lois ROBERTS, Santa Rosa, Calif, Neva SEXTON, North Webster, and Avanel BORDERS, Pierceton; one son, George BORDERS, Crawfordsville; nine grandchidren; sixteen great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; and six brothers.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home in Mentone with the Rev. Richard TRACY officiating. Burial will be graveside services at 2 p.m. Saturday at Parks Cemetery in Greenfied. Friends may call between 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Friday, February 16, 1996

Nellie Mosher

Dec. 9, 1927 - Feb. 15, 1996

Nellie (STERK) MOSHER, 68, 9467 East 100 North, Akron, died at 8:50 a.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Chicago, Ill., to Cornelius and Winnie KELDERHOUSE STERK. On May 13, 1952, in Chicago, Ill., she married Gaylord MOSHER, who survives She was a factory worker and had worked at Bay State, North Manchester.

Surviving with her husband are six sisters, Mrs. Paul (Bernice) BROWN, Nancy STERK and Mrs. Norman (Connie) MOORE, all of Akron; Mrs. Cornelius (Carrie) KOSTER and Mrs. Nelson (Margaret) TRUMP, both of South Holland, Ill.; and Mrs. Donald (Wilma) BELSON, Brookfield, Il.; five brothers, Herman and wife Eloyce STERK, Claypool; Charles and wife Margaret STERK and Bert ad wife Theresa STERK, both oif Akron; Robert and wife Sharon STERK, Macon, Ga.; and Lee and wife Leta STERK, Rochester; and one sister-in-law, Lauraine STERK, Akron. Preceding in death was one brother, John STERK.

Services will be at 1 p.m Sunday at Hartzler Funera Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Mark BERG officiating. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m and 6 to 8 p.m Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Akron United Methodist Church Building Fund

Saturday, February 17, 1996

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Monday, February 19, 1996

Dorothy M. Ihnen

June 4, 1929 - Feb. 16, 1996

Dorothy M. IHNEN, 66, 609 Crestview Drive, North Manchester, died at 7:45 p.m Friday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

She was born in Anniston, Ala, to Mr. and Mrs. ALEXANDER. On Sept. 2, 1945, she married Walter E IHNEN, who survives She had worked at RBM and Heckman Bindery, North Manchester She and her husvband had managed the Root Beer Barrel in North Manchester from 1968-69. She was a member of Disko United Methodist Church.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Mrs. Larry (Susan) DOCKTER, North Manchester; and Mrs. Sam (Linda) RIGGLE, Warsaw; two sons, Richard . IHNEN, North Manchester; and Brian J. IHNEN, Orlando, Fla; one step-son, Larry IHNEN, North Manchester; nine grandchidren; and two great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were two brothers and one sister.

Services will be at 2 p.m Tuesday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, with the Rev. Bruce HOSTETLER officiating. Burial will be in the South Pleasant Cemetery, Wabash County. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m today. Memorials may be made to the Wabash-Miami Home Healthcare.

Terry L. Mahler

Oct. 17, 1944 - Feb 16, 1996

Terry L. MAHLER, 51, 6674 North 1000 West, Culver, died at 11:15 p.m Friday at his residence.

He was born in Rochester to Elmer and Ida SMITH MAHLER. He was a laundry technician at The Culver Academies and had resided in Culver for 15 years, having come from Delong. He served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam, attended the Delong Gospel Lighthouse Church and was a member of Collins-Tasch American Legion Post No. 399.

Surviving are two sons, Scott E. and Jeremy R. MAHLER, both of Homedale, Idaho; two grandchildren; four isters, Bonnie SMITH and Bessie KERNS, both of Logansport; Katherine JONES, Winamac; and Donna SHILEY, Caldwell, Idaho; and one brother, Kenneth MAHLER, Ora.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Bonine Funeral Home, with the Rev. P. Michael DIXON officiating. Burial will be in the Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m today at the funeral home. Veteran rites will be conducted at graveside. Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Hospice.

Dot G. Smith

Dec. 24, 1904 - Feb. 18, 1996

Dot G. SMITH, 91, former resident on Barrett Road, Lake Manitou, died at 7:30 a.m. Sunday at Rochester Health Care Center, where she had resided since May 8, 1987.

She was born in Kokomo to Earl and Maude LOWLETT SALLEE. On March 11, 1926, in Kokomo, she married Victor L. SMITH, who died on Dec. 18, 1960. She had been a resident of Rocheser for many years, having come from Lake Bruce, and prior to that, Kokomo. She was a bookkeeper and office manager for the late Dr. D.K. STINSON for many years. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church and Order of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 70, both of Rochester; and the Kewanna Mothers Club.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Larry (Carol) OLMSTEAD, Wabash; two grandchildren, Beth OLMSTEAD, Philadelphia, Pa.; ad David OLMSTEAD, Greencastle; and one great-grandson, Joe OLMSTEAD, Greencastle. Preceding in death was one brother, Frank SALLEE.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour before services.

Tuesday, February 20, 1996

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Wednesday, February 21, 1996

Dora L. Chism Smoker

May 29, 1920 - Feb. 19, 1996

Dora Louise CHISM SMOKER, 75, 478 Ferry St., Wabash, died at 1:04 a.m. Monday at Wabash County Hospital.

She was born in Greenburg to Sherman F. and Etta Mae MARTIN LANE. On April 20, 1938, she married Kelsie H. CHISM, who died on Dec. 29, 1971. On Nov. 26, 1975, she married Ernest SMOKER, who survives. She was an employee at Wabash County Hospital, retiring in May 1985. She was a member of the Santa Fe United Methodist Church and also attended Wabash First Brethren Church.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Nancy HOLLER, Denver; two sons, Sherman and Dale CHISM, both of Peru; eight step-children, Ernest SMOKER Jr., and Edward SMOKER, both of Rochester; Richard SMOKER, Lawreceburg, Shelby BREECE, Warsaw, Phyllis Ann SMITH, Terry SMOKER and Dennis SMOKER, all of Ocala, Fla.; and James SMOKER, Tacoma, Wash.; ten grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and fifteen step-grandchildren. Preceding in death were one daughter, Mary Etta JEWELL, who died in 1993; two brothers, Louis and Bill LANE; and one sister, Ruth DONICA.

Services were at 10:30 a.m. today at Laird Funeral Home, Amboy, with the Revs. Thomas DAUGHERTY and Ron SIDERS officiating. Burial was in the Park Lawn Cemetery.

Thhursday, February 22, 1996

Leroy D. Graves

March 12, 1912 - Feb. 21, 1996

Leroy D. GRAVES, 83, 19681 Brick Road, South Bend, died at 12:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph’s Medical Center, South Bend.

He was born in Kokomo. On Sept. 16, 1934; he married Opal MILLER, who survives. Professor Graves received his M.S. degree from Purdue University in 1941 and was a member of the Civil Egineerig faculty at the University of Notre Dame for 31 years. He was a founding partner of Shilts, Graves and Associates, Inc., an engieering consulting firm in South Bend. He was a member of the St Joseph Valley Chapter of the Indiana Society of Professioal Engineers, the American Society of Civil Enginers, the American Society for Engineering Education, Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society, Chi Epsilon and the Methodist Church.

He was honored in 1981 as the Outstanding Engineer of the Indiana Section of the American Society of Civil Engieers and as the Engineer of the Year by the St. Joseph Valley Chapter of the Indiana Society of Professional Engineers

Survivig with his wife are one daughter, LeeAnn COSPER, Leiden, Netherlands; one son, Terry GRAVES, Redlands, Calif.; four grandchildren; and one sister, Lillian CUNNINGHAM, Rochester.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Welsheiemer Funeral Home, South Bend. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Mabel K. Heckathorn

Jan. 28, 1910 - Feb. 22, 1996

Mabel K. HECKATHORN, 86, Rt. 1, Denver, died at 3:08 a.m. today at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

She was born in Miami County to Edward and Rose WOLF BLACK. On June 19, 1930, in Mexico, she married Joe D. HECKATHORN, who died on May 15, 1993. She was a clerk at Culter Hardware, Peru, for many years before retiring in 1984. She was a member of the Peru First Brethren Church.

Surviving are one daughter, Judy DRISCOLL, Peru; one son, Don HECKATHORN, Denver; one brother, Paul E. BLACK, Anderson; two sisters, Ruby WILLIAMS, New Waverly; and Ruth MICHAEL, Wabash; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were her parents, two great-grandchidren; two sisters, Edna FERGUSON and Carrie SHARP; and three brothers, Bob BLACK, Art BLACK and Howard BLACK.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Jim NAFF officiating. Burial will be in the Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m Friday at the funeral home.

Leona Riddley McConnell

April 11, 1931 - Feb. 20, 1996

Leona RIDDLEY McCONNELL, 64, 2766 N. Knoll Drive, Macy, died at 10:51 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Knoxville, Tenn., to Robert and Artie MERIDITH HUTTON. She married Ray A. RIDDLEY, who died on Sept. 21, 1986. She later married Leionell McCONNELL, who survives She was a member of the Temple Baptist Church, South Chicago Heights, Ill., and a graduate of Purdue University, Calumet Campus.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Mrs. Jim (Gale) HARPER, Macy; one son, the Rev. Al and wife Karen RIDDLEY, Chatham, Ill; and five grandchidren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Smits Funeral Home, Steger Memorial Chapel, Steger, Ill., with the Rev. Gary HARNER officiating. Burial will be in the Skyline Memorial Park, Monee, Ill. Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the local arrangements.

Larry A. Miller

Oct. 13, 1946 - Feb. 21, 1996

Larry Alan MILLER, 49, 1501 Lake Ave., Plymouth, died at 9:55 p.m. Wednesday at his resdence.

He was born in Fulton County to Charles Damon and Doris Mae TROUTMAN MILLER. He was a Plymouth resident since 1975, having come from Argos. He was the activity director of Social Service for 10 years for the Marshall County Shade Rest Home, providing therapeutic recreation.

He was a 1964 graduate of North White High School, Monon, and received his Nursing Home Administrator’s license through Indiana University and a Social Service license through Ball State Universty. He attended the First United Church of Christ, Plymouth, and was a member of the Richland Center Odd Fellows Lodge No. 435, charter member of Indiana Activity Directors Association, Plymouth Single Dimensions, Board of Directors of the Marshall County Neighorhood Center, Marshall County Blueberry Festival Committee, past president of Marshall County Social Service Council, past state vice president of Indiana Rural Youth and officer in the District and County Rural Youth.

Surviving are his father, C. Damon MILLER, Kewanna; two sisters, Mrs. Larry (Carol A.) BIBLER and Mrs. Gary (Barbara J.) HITTLE, both of Argos; three aunts, Mrs. Alfred (Ruth) TAYLOR, Winamac; Mrs. Norman (Lois) HANSEN, Prescott, Ariz.; and Mrs. Jerome (June) MILLER, Rochester; two uncles, Ivan TROUTMAN, Rochester; and Charles TROUTMAN, Lutherville, Md.; ten cousins; and companion and confidant, Peggy VanMETER, Leiters Ford. Preceding in death were his mother, Doris M. MILLER, who died on Sept. 8, 1992; maternal grandparents, Perry and Ethel A. TROUTMAN; and pateral grandparents, Charles and Naomi MILLER

Services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at First United Church of Christ, Plymouth, with the Rev. Ronald LIECHTY officiating. Burial will be in the McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m Friday, and 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the church fellowship hall. Odd Fellows Richland Center Lodge No. 435 will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m. Saturday at the church. Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Neighborhood Center and Hospice of Marshall County.

Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, are handling the arrangements.

Friday, February 23, 1996

F. Irene Landis Robbins

Dec. 11, 1911 - Feb. 22, 1996

F. Irene LANDIS ROBBINS, 84, 300 E Fourth St., Waterhaven Apartments, died at 12:12 p.m Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Montezuma to Mr. and Mrs. Frank SMOKER On Oct. 10, 1987, in Wabash, she married George C. ROBBINS, who died on Oct. 25, 1989. She was a homemaker and a memer of Fulton County Senior Citizens.

Surviving are three sons, Lewis and wife Kathleen LANDIS, Fort Worth, Texas; Earl Eugene and wife Marie LANDIS, Grand Bay, Ala; and Thomas L. and wife Gayle LANDIS, Rochester; three grandchildren, Richard and wife Diane LANDIS, Mrs. Dan (Colleen) DIVELY and Larry and wife Greta LANDIS; and six great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Rocheser, with the Rev. David WELSH officiating. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Council on Aging.

Saturday, February 24, 1996

Naomi I. Flora

May 31, 1915 - Feb. 23, 1996

Naomi Irene FLORA, 80, Mexico, died at 11 a.m. Friday at Methodist Hospital, Indiandpolis

She was born in Fulton County to Hubert Thomas and Mary M. KINZIE RUNKLE. On January 4, 1936, in Howard County, she married Harold J. FLORA, who survives. She was a homemaker and member of the Mexico Old German Baptist Brethren Church.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Joyce Ellen STONER, Brookville, Ohio, and Carla Jean SHELL, Peru; one son, Ronald H. [FLORA], Peru; eight grandchildren; eight step-grandchldren; six great-grandchildren; twenty step-great-grandchildren; eight step-great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Herma CONRAD, Logansport, and Norma PUGH, Peru; and five brothers, Charles [RUNKLE], Macy; Joseph [RUNKLE], Inverness, Fla.; Kenneth [RUNKLE], Macy; Hubert [RUNKLE], Fort Wayne, and Don [RUNKLE], Angola. Preceding in death were her parents, two sisters, Virginia BRADEN and Maridean RUNKLE, and one brother, John RUNKLE.

Services will be Monday at the Mexico Old German Baptist Brethren Church with the home brethren officiating Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico Friends may call from 2-9 p.m. Sunday at McClain Funeral Home, U.S. 31 and Indiana 16, Denver.

Monday, February 26, 1996

Walter N. Collins

March 15, 1922 - Feb. 25, 1996

Walter N. “Sparky” COLLINS, 73, Nyona Lake, died at 6:10 a.m. Sunday at his daughter’s Logansport residence.

He was born in Logansport to Theodore W. and Pearl E. KIESLING COLLINS. On April 14, 1946, in Logansport, he married Barbara Jean CROCKETT, who died on Feb. 23, 1988. He was a 1946 graduate of Logansport High School and served in the U.S. Army from during World War II. He joined the Indiana National Guard i946 and retired in 1966 as a master sergeant. He retired from Rockwell International in 1986, after working 36 years as a coiler.

He grew up in Logansport and was a former member of the Wheatland Aveue United Methodist Church. He moved to Nyona Lake in 1974 and joined the Macy United Methodist Church. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Retired & Enlisted Association. He was a member of the American Legion Post 60, Macy Masonic Lodge, Macy Chapter 124 Order of the Eastern Star, Fort Wayne Valley of Scottish Rite and Fort Wayne Shrine Club.

Mr. Collins joined the Wheatland Avenue Church Cub Scout Pack No 3204 in 1931. He spent the next 65 years as an active member and leader in the Boy Scouts of America. His accomplishments included: 1939 Eagle Award, organizing Cub Scout Pack 2203, Boy Scout Troop No. 12, served as Scout Master of Troop No. 492, Post Explorer Advisor Post 2233, and Charter Unit Representative to Cub Scout Pack No 3215. He received numerous awards for meritous service including: the District Award of Merit, Quartermaster Sea Scout, Sea Scout Long Cruise Award; Gold Braid, Skippers Key Award, Scoutmaster’s Key Award, Arrowhead Award, Commissioner’s Key Award, Distinguished Commissioner’s Award, Woodbadge Award, Cub Scouters Award and the Silver Beaver Award. He was a member of the Order of the Arrow. In 1995, he became the first living recipient of the James E. West Fellowship Award.

He had served in several capacities in scout camps throughout the area, including Camp Buffalo, Camp Wildwood, Council Camp and Cub Scout Day Camp. In 1964 he received an award from the American Red Cross for 23 years of service as water safety insructor. He served as chairman of the Water Safety and Disaster Committees as well as the American Red Cross Board of Directors for the Department of Natural Resources.

Surviving are three daughters, Catherine COLLINS and Sharon L. CROUSSORE, both of Logansport; and Dr. Lucinda K. WRIGHT, Kokomo; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Fisher Funeral Chapel, Logansport. Burial with military honors will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral chapel. Memorials may be made to the Sagamore Council of the Boy Scouts of America, P.O. Box 865, Kokomo, IN 46903.

Carol F Hatfield

May 9, 1943 - Feb. 24, 1996

Carol F. HATFIELD, 52, 610 N. Spring St., Wabash, died at 3:15 p.m. Saturday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

She was born in Wabash to Earl R. and Anna M. TRODER LAMBERT. On June 24, 1962, she married Thomas E. HATFIELD, who survives. She was a homemaker, a member of Olive Branch Church of God, Roann, and also attended the Christian Fellowship Church, North Manchester. She was a member of the Bells & Beaus Square Dance Club and a 1961 graduate of Laketon High School.

Surviving with her husband are two sons, Timothy R. HATFIELD, Rockford, Ill; and Thomas R. HATFIELD, Wabash; four grandchildren; four step-grandchldren; and one brother, Paul R. LAMBERT, Liberty Mills.

Services will be at 1 p.m Tuesday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, with the Revs. Lawrence SEE and J.P. FREEMAN officiating. Burial will be private. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. today, and two hours prior to the service on Tuesday at the mortuary. Memorials may be made to the Liver Disease Research Foundation.

James R. McCord

Oct. 15, 1909 - Feb. 24, 1996

James R. McCORD, 86, 18935 North 600 West, Elwood, died at 11:05 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Hospital, Kokomo.

He was born in Jasper County to John W and Etta McCOY McCORD. On Oct. 20, 1934, in Malita, Ohio, he married Treva M. LATTA, who died on March 14, 1988 He was a former member of Nyona Lake and was active in the Macy community. He had retired from the N&W Railroad section crew and attended the Rigdon United Methodist Church. He was past master of Grant Lodge No.637, Swayzee; and a member and past patron of the Swayzee Chapter No. 345 Order of the Eastern Star.

Surviving are one son, Xen Lee and wife Debbie McCORD, Elwood; three grandchildren, Jason ad wife Patricia McCORD and Jeremy McCORD, both of Rigdon; and Angela McCORD, Elwood; one great-grandson, Matthew McCORD, Rigdon; and his step-mother-in-law, Nellie LATTA, Napoleon, Ohio.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Swayzee United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Jim NICKLES officiating. Burial will be in the Thrailkill Cemetery, Swayzee. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m Tuesday at the church. A Masonic service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, is handling the arrangements.

Edward Pfledderer

Aug. 24, 1905 - Feb. 25, 1996

Edward PFLEDDERER, 90, 4508 West and 100 South, Kewanna, died at 8:25 a.m. Sunday at Rochester Life Care Center, where he had resided for the past six weeks.

He was born in Cisney Park, Ill., to Adam and Caroline REMM PFLEDDERER. In 1933, he married Orpha L. PRATT, who preceded him in death. On Jan.20, 1965, he married Bertha BEAIRD, who died on Dec. 7, 1987. He had been a resident of Kewanna since 1960, having come from LaCrosse. He retired from farming in 1984 and attended the First Church of God, Rochester.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Garland (Barbara) WILSON, Kewaa; and Mrs. Betty BRADY, Athens; three sons, Kenneth and wife Karen PFLEDDERER, LaCrosse; Jerry and wife Nancy PFLEDDERER, Wnatah; and Jack and wife Reba PFLEDDERER, Rochester; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Mrs. Marie MERVINE, Kouts; Lizzie PFLEDDERER, Francesville; and Mrs. John (Lydia) HORAK, Valparaiso. Mr. Pfledderer was one of a family of 18 children.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at he First Church of God, Rochester, with the Revs. Samuel BENNETT and Leonard JACKSON officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church.

Betty M. Starkey

Sept. 18, 1925 - Feb. 25, 1996

Betty Marcelle STARKEY, 70, Rt. 4, Peru, died at 11 a.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Peru.

She was born in South Bend to Adelbert and Jessie FUNK ALWINE. On July 17, 1943, she married H. Gene STARKEY, who survives She was a retired cook, homemaker and mother. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Peru, member and past president of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Post 2067, member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Moose Lodge Auxiliary, Home Economics Club and Miami County 4-H Fair Board.

Surviving with her husband are three sons, David and Dean STARKEY, both of Peru; and Danny STARKEY, Rochester; three daughers, Sandra WARD, Mexico; Shirley CLARK, O’Fallon, Ill.; and Sherri JOHNSON, Peru; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three brothers, Marvin ALWINE, Fort Wayne; Jim ALWINE, Edwrdsvile, Ill.; and John ALWINE, Buxton, N.C.; and three sisters, Mary ALWINE, Fort Wayne; Donna ALWINE, South Bend; and Marilyn MATHIAS, Fancy Gap, Va. Preceding in death was one grandchid and one brother, Bob ALWINE.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, with the Rev. Dean FAGER officiating. Burial will be in the Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Cass County. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be ade to the American Cancer Society.

Tuesday, February 27, 1996

Gertrude A. Hermann Mundt

March 14, 1912 - Feb. 26, 1996

Gertrude A. HERMANN MUNDT, 83, 414 Sweetgum Road, died at 8:15 p.m. Monday at Life Care Center of Rochester, where she had resided since November, 1994.

She was born in Muskegon, Mich., to John and Anna MONSMA GREENDYKE. On Nov. 10, 1934, in LaPorte, she married Fred R. HERMANN, who died on July 12, 1980. On Aug. 24, 1987, in Winamac, she married Bernard MUNDT Sr., who died on Oct.19, 1991. She had lived in the Rocheser area since 1948, having come from Muskegon, Mich She was a salesperson for the former Wiles Department Store and a member of Liberty Baptist Church, both of Rochester.

Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Gordon (Diane) BATHRICK, Muskegon, Mich; Mrs. Robert (Sandra) CARPENTER, Jackson, Mich; Mrs. Jerry (Marcia) BEHRENS, Des Moines, Iowa; and Mrs. Larry (Kristine) MUELLER, Rochester; four sons, Frad Robert and Anne HERMANN, Milford, Del.; Jerrold W. and Donna HERMANN, Rochester, Rochester; Dr Bruce D. and Dianne HERMANN, Winaac; and Brad and Kaye HERMANN, Macy; two step-daughters, Mrs. Frank (Karen) McCULLY, Florida; and Mrs. Richard (Teryl) WEISNER, Sturgeon Bay, Wis; four step-sons, Bernard MUNDT Jr., Havre de Grace, Md.; Michel and Kurt MUNDT, both of Muskegon, Mich.; and Marc MUNDT, Buffalo Grove, Ill; twenty-three grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were one sister, Catherine MUNDT; and two brothers, Jim and John GREENDYKE.

Services will be at 2 p.m Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Martin MASITTO officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services on Friday at the funeral home.

Wednesday, February 28, 1996

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Thursday, February 29, 1996

Joe Fisher

May 18, 1943 - Feb. 28, 1996

Joe FISHER, 52, 7909 North Tippecanoe Shores, Tippecanoe, died at 1 a.m. Wednesday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born in Plymouth to Bill and Lottie HARMON FISHER He had spent his entire lfe in the Tippecanoe community, and was divorced. He was in the logging business

Surviving are one daughter, Tammy HERROLD, West Virginia; one grandson, Bryan HERROLD, West Virginia; his mother, Lottie SANNER, Bourbon; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Arrangements are pendig at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

James W. Sayger

Jan 27, 1906 - Feb. 28, 1996

James W. “Bill” SAYGER, 90, 433 E 18th St., died at 8:10 p.m Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

He was born in Athens to Charles P. and Ida May ZELLERS SAYGER On Dec. 14, 1937, in Hammond, he married Lenora L. HEETER, who survives. He was formerly employed at Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co, Indiana Harbor, and was a bartender at Main Street Tavern, Rochester

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Dorothy LITTLETON, Culver; and Mrs. Ben (Sandra) AULT, Rochester; two sons, David L. [SAYGER], Rochester; and Jim L. [SAYGER], Bonita Springs, Fla.; eighteen grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Mary SULLIVAN, Athens; and one brother, Robert [SAYGER], San Antonio, Texas. Preceding in death were one son, William E [SAYGER], who died on Sept 11, 1972; two brothers; and one sister.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Jeff TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Athens. Friends may call from 11 a.m through the hour of services Saturay at the funeral home.

Friday, March 1, 1996 to Saturday, March 2, 1996

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Monday, March 4, 1996

Arthur E. Quier

Aug. 22, 1936 - March 3, 1996

Arthur Eugene QUIER, 59, 600 W. Ninth St, Rochester, died a 1:30 a.m. Suday at his residence.

He was born in Mentoe to Elmer O. and Cleora E. DILLMAN QUIER. He lived in Rocheser for the past 10 years. He was an U.S. Army Veteran.

Surviving are his step-mother, Martha NICKERSON, Claypool; compaion Beverly BROWN and her daughrters Rachel, Martha and Melanie ZIEGER, all of Rochester; four sisters, Mrs. Norman (Edna) BUSZ, Pierceton; Mrs. Richard (Esther) SMITH, Rochester; Mrs. Doug (Mary) CASTLE, Kenton, Ohio; and Linda COMBS, Jackson, Ky.; two brothers, Walter and Betty QUIER, Peru; and Donald and Pat QUIER, Rochester; and one step-brother, Benny STETSON, Pine Island, Minn

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Tuesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be in the Mentone Cemetery, where military rites are to be conducted by the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Rochester American Legion.

Maria Weber

Jan. 7, 1912 - March 3, 1996

Maria WEBER, 84, 2907 Barrett Road, died at 2:05 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn HospitaL.

She was born in Tschippendorf, Romania, to Michael and Barbara THEILL OHLER. On Nov.13, 1929 in Tschippendorf, she married George WEBER, who died Oct. 1, 1976

She came to the United States from Romania in 1952. She moved to Fulton County in 1970. She was a homemaker and a member of the Rochester Church of Christ.

Surviving are two sons, Michael and Janet WEBER, Rochester, and George and Earline WEBER, Liberty, Texas; eight gradchdren; nineteen great-gradchildren; four sisters, Katharine PRALL, Germany; Barbara WEBER, Austria; Mrs. Hermi FISH, Yakima, Wash. and one brother, Michael OHLER, Wenatchee, Wash.

Services will be at 2 p.m Wednesday at the Rochester Church of Christ with the Rev. Jim DILLINGER officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester Citizens Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and one hour before services at Zimmerman Famly Funeral Home.

Verlie J. VanLue

Oct. 25, 1924 - March 2, 1996

Verlie Jean VanLUE, formerly of 109 Ohio St., died Saturday 10L15 a.m. at Lifecare Center.

She was born n Prestonsburg, Ky., to Green and Ulah TUSSEY BRADLEY. On July 15, 1944 in Rensselaer she married Robert D. VanLUE, who died Dec. 19, 1981.

Surviving are one [step]-daughter; Mrs. Roy (Phyllis) NORMAN, Rochester; [two] sons, Robert ad Larry [VanLUE] of Rochester; [step-son] Jerry BLANCHARD, Rochester; [her mother Ulah BRADLEY, Liberty Mills]; three sisters, Gladys PFLEDDERRER, Liberty Mills, [Mrs. Richard] Barbara MILLER, Winona Lake, [Mrs. Roger] Sandra GROSSNICKLE, North Manchester; eleven grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren. [Preceding in death were one sister, Geraldine BRADLEY]; and three brothers, Lonnie, Oscar and Billy BRADLEY.

Graveside services were at 10 a.m. today at the Mt Zion Cemetery with the Rev. Larry PYEATT officiatng Zimmerman Family Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Stephnie Jo Reffitt

March 24, 1981 - March 1, 1996

Stephnie Jo REFFITT, 14, 8793 S 125 East, Rochester, died at 11 p.m Friday at the scene of an accident on Indana 25 north of Fulton.

She was born in Peru to Marcus J. and Connie J. (GUNTER) REFFITT.

She was an eghth grade student at Caston Junior High School and attended Antioch Baptist Church. She was a member of the 4-H Horse and Pony Club and the Caston Junior High School golf team.

Surviving with her parents are two sisters, Elizabeth Ann REFFITT and Elaina Jean REFFITT, both of Rochester; maternal grandparents, Ralph and Janet GUNTER, Argos; paternal grandparents, Harold and Biddie Jean REFFITT, Rochester paternal great-grandmother, Dorothy REFFITT, Macy, and aunts and uncles.

Services will be at 11 a.m Tuesday at Zimerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. Bryan CLEMANS officiating Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Friends may call from 3-8 p.m Monday and after 9 a.m Tuesday at the funeral home.

Betty Jo Leedy

Feb. 17, 1944 - March 3, 1996

Betty Jo (HAUSER) LEEDY, 52, Deedsville, died at 7:05 p.m. Sunday at her mother’s residece, 502 East Rochester St., Akron. She had been in failing health for six months.

She was born in Lubbock, Texas, to Charles Edward and Lois MILLER HAUSER. On Aug. 12, 1967 in Macy she married Richard E. LEEDY who survives. She was a homemaker and employee of Hart, Schaffner and Marx Corp. where she was a die cutter and surger. She lived in the Deedsville community for 29 years.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Amy Jo and Jamie Jo [LEEDY], and two sons, Mark E. and Daryl K. [LEEDY], all of Deedsville; her mother, Lois R. HAUSER, Akron; one sister, Sue McGUIRE, Indianapolis, and one niece, Lynelle McGUIRE, Miami, Fla. Preceding in death was her father, Charles, who died Jan. 27, 1992.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. James MALBONE officiating. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday. Memorias may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Tuesday, March 5, 1996

Wade L. Holloway

Aug. 19, 1920 - March 4, 1996

Wade L. HOLLOWAY, 75, 202 S Maple St., Akron, died at 9:35 a.m. Monday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born in New Paris to Fred and Vera STAHLY HOLLOWAY. On Nov. 23, 1941, in Akron, he married Velma I. DAVIS, who survives. He was a Mobil Oil distributor for over 35 years and drove a school bus for Tippecanoe Valley Schools for several years. He was a member of the Akron Church of the Brethren and the Rochester Masonic Lodge, formerly known as the Akron Masonic Lodge.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Ronald (Patricia) JONES, Silver Lake; and Mrs. Jeffrey (Debra) TURNER, Warsaw; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Gerald (Arlene) GEARHART and Mrs. Norman (Rozella) TINKEY, both of Akron; and Mrs. Kenneth (Pauline) RYMAN, Warsaw; one brother, Carlyle and wife Wilma HOLLOWAY, Akron; and one foster-brother, Terry and wife Maureen WEED, Ft. Lauderdale. Preceding in death was one sister, Betty MEREDITH.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Thursday at the Akron Church of the Brethren, with the Revs. John MISHLER, Olden MITCHELL and Richard KNARR officiating. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to the Akron Church of the Brethren or Heart Association.

Paul Backus

June 4, 1906 - March 4, 1996

Paul BACKUS, 89, forerly of Akron, died at 7:30 p.m. Monday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

He was born in Madison to John and Virginia STOCKDALE BACKUS. On April 5, 1930, in Hanover, he married Velma M. KERN, who died on Nov. 18, 1990. He was the former owner of the Times Theatre, Rochester, and was a member of the Indiana-Kentucky Baptist Church, Madison.

Surviving are one son, James BACKUS, Wabash; two grandsons, Steven BACKUS, Akron; and Daniel BACKUS, Mentone; and eight great-gradchildren. Preceding in death were two grandchildren, two brothers and two sisters.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Rochester Citizens Cemetery. There will be a private family visitation at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Wavelene Hoppes

Dec. 31, 1906 - March 3, 1996

Wavelene HOPPES, 89, formerly of 436 S. Broadway, Peru, died at 4:40 p.m. Sunday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

She was born in Redkey to Charles and Herma COONS RANTZ. On May 1, 1926, she married R. Clyde HOPPES, who died June 16, 1974. She was a homemaker and a member of the Peru Grace Brethren Church, Dukes Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Peru Garden Club, Women’s Missionary Fellowship of Grace Brethren Church, Peru, and the Anachronian Club.

Surviving are one son, Robert HOPPES, Rochester; three daughters, Mrs. Dale (Mary Jo) THOMAS, Lockport, Ill.; Mrs. Donald (Dorothy) THOMAS, Salina, Kan.; Mrs. Earl (Joyce) GLASSBURN, Kokomo; nine grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were one brother and one grandson.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Peru Grace Brethren Church, with the Rev. Gerald KELLEY officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, Peru, and one hour before the service on Thursday at the church.

Judy Kay Rater

Jan. 1, 1939 - March 3, 1996

Judy Kay RATER, 57, Rt. 3, Box 130, Winamac, died at 6:30 a.m. Sunday at Methodist Hospital of Indiana, Indianapolis. She was born in Lake Bruce to Lawrence H. and Ethel Mae COPELAND HETTINGER. On June 4, 1960, in Winamac, she married Carl R. RATER, who survives. She had resided in Winamac all of her life and was a 1957 graduate of Winamac High School. She was a homemaker and former telephone operator with United Telephone Co.

Surviving with her husband are four daughters, Louise WRIGHT, Belleville, Ill.; Donna Sue WALKER, Rensselaer; Carla Lynn ROBINSON, Medaryville; and Becky Jo GOOD, Winamac; two sons, Carl Dewayne RATER, Buckeye, Ariz.; and Jeffery Dean RATER, Medaryville; eleven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one brother, Larry HETTINGER, Terre Haute. Preceding in death were one grandson, one great-grandson, and a brother, Tommy HETTINGER.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with the Rev. Carl LENDERMON officiating. Burial will be in the Winamace Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m today and after 8 a.m. Wedesday at the funeral home.

Timothy F. O’Neill

Sept. 23, 1936 - Feb. 25, 1996

Word was received that Timothy Francis O’NEILL, 59, died Feb. 25, in Sarasota, Fla.

He was born in Hartford, Conn. He was raised Catholic and became a Baptist when he married his wife Glenda in 1958. He served in the U.S. Air Force and had lived in Texas, New York, California, Oregon, Indiana and Florida.

Mr. O’Neill lived in Rochester from 1969 through 1973. He was the assistant plant manager at the Torin Plant, having transferred to Rochester in 1969 from their facility in Torrington, Conn. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, active in the bowling league, and coach of his son’s Little League team, the Lions. In Sarasota, Fla., he continued his career in the manufacturing industry and then became a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service.

He is survived by his wife, Glenda [O’NEILL]; his mother, Edith TAYLOR, Bristol, Conn.; one daughter, Shirlynn HUDSPETH, Valdosta, Ga.; two sons, Timothy [O’NEILL] III, Sarasota, Fla.; and Benjamin [O’NEILL], North Port, Fla.; three sisters, Gertrude WOODS, Bristol, Conn., Mary Jane CAGUE, Menlo Park, Calif.; and Ann MARTIN, Salters, S.C.

Visitation was at the Robart’s Funeral Home, Sarasota, Fla., and the funeral service was Feb. 28 at Bee Ridge Baptist Church, Sarasota, Fla. Burial was in the Palms Memorial Park, Sarsota, Fla.

Correspondence to the family can be addressed to: 2722 Jamaico Street, Sarasota, FL 34231.

Wednesday, March 6, 1996

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Thursday, March 7, 1996

Margaret R. McSwain

May 19, 1912 - March 6, 1996

Margaret R. McSWAIN, 83, Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake, died at 12:10 p.m. Wednesday at her residence.

She was born in South Carolina to James G. and Katharine EDWARDS ROGERS. On Aug. 23, 1936, in Latta, S.C., she married George Robert McSWAIN, who died in July, 1951. Formerly of Lexington, S.C., she was a school teacher in South Carolina for over 30 years. She was a member of the Akron United Methodist Church.

Surviving are one daughter, Dot LYNN, Rochester; and two grandsons, Craven LYNN, Fort Wayne; and Bob LYNN, Bloomington. Preceding in death were one son, George Robert McSWAIN Jr., who died in 1976; and two sisters, Dorothy LEMMON and Katharine REICH.

Services will be at 2 p.m Sunday at Lexington United Methodist Church, Lexington, S.C., with the Rev. John ROPP officiating. Burial will be in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Columbia, S.C. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. today at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to the Akron United Methodist Church or American Cancer Society.

J. Walter Smythe

April 5, 1924 - March 5, 1996

J. Walter SMYTHE, 71, 5662 W. Second St., (Palestine) Mentone, died at 10:20 a.m. Tuesday at his residence.

He was born in Warsaw to Harold Asa and Josie Helen HEROD SMYTHE. On Aug. 20, 1942, he married Darlene Irene FINTON, who died on Feb. 21, 1993. He was a lifetime area resident and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He had worked at Orthopedic Equipment, Bourbon. He retired from DePuy, Warsaw, in 1989. He was a member of Moose Lodge No. 1423, American Legion Post 49 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1126, all of Warsaw.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Steve (Linda) WOLFE, Palestine; and Mrs. Jeff (Connie) RUSSELL, Topeka, Kan.; two sons, Daniel and wife Niki SMYTHE, Monticello, Ark.; and Rodney and wife Paula SMYTHE, Palestine; one sister, Betty UTTER, Rochester; one brother, Harry and wife Buthene SMYTHE, Mentone; and seven grandchildren; three great-gradchildren. Preceding in death were five brothers, Leon, Kenneth, Harold Jr., Robert and Gene Earl [SMYTHE].

Services will be at 1 p.m Friday at King Memoria Home, Mentone. Burial will be in the Palestine Cemetery. Graveside military rites will be conducted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Joseph A. Williams

March 10, 1908 - March 6, 1996

Joseph A. WILLIAMS, 87, 438 East 750 South, Rochester, died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday at the Life Care Center of Rochester.

He was born in Liberty Township, Fulton County, to Willard and May WHYBREW WILLIAMS. On Jan. 21, 1933, in Rochester, he married Anna L. BALDWIN, who died on Sept. 23, 1988. He was a retired farmer and livestock hauler. He was a member of the Fulton United Methodist Church, 50-year member of the Fulton Masonic Lodge, South Bend Scottish Rite, Fort Wayne Mizpah Shrine and 50-year member of the Fulton Fire Department.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Jim (Shirley) BROWN, Rochester; one son, Don D. and wife Carrie WILLIAMS, Rochester; four grandchildren, Mike WILLIAMS, Laguna, Calif.; Perry BROWN, Rochester; Kip WILLIAMS, Wheatfield; and Pat BROWN, Ossian; and four great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were two brothers, Chester [WILLIAMS], who died on Oct. 12, 1994, and Clarence [WILLIAMS], who died in 1933.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Zimmerma Family Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Fulton United Methodist Church or to the charity of one’s choice.

Rose M. Clay

March 4, 1895 - March 7, 1996

Rose M. CLAY, 101, formerly of 719 Madison St., died at 1 a.m today at Life Care Center of Rochester.

She was born in Logansport to Peter and Emily THOMA WASOSKI. In July, 1916, at South Bend, she married Edgar CLAY, who died in July, 1967. She was a retired employee of the former Karn Coffee Shop, Rochester, and a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church.

Survivors are one daughter, Marjorie NIXON, Rochester; one son, Herbert W. CLAY Sr., Phoenix, Ariz.; six grandchildren; fourteen great-gradchildren; and six great-great-grandchldren Preceding in death were one great-grandson, Patrick WALTERS; five brothers and three sisters.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m Saturday at the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery, with the Rev. Donald BRENNEMAN officiating. There will be no visitation.

Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the arrangements.

Vernon Sullivan

Oct. 27, 1923 - March 7, 1996

Vernon “Jay” SULIVAN, 72, Twelve Mile, died at 3:20 a.m today at Memorial Hospital, Logansport.

He was born in Twelve Mile to Milo and Cora D BLACK SULLIVAN. On Jan. 2, 1948, in Logansport, he married Mabel L CRILL, who survives. He retired as a Conrail conductor on June 17, 1983, after 33 years. He was a member of the Corinth Brethren Church, American Legion Post No. 60, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 3790, Logansport Eagles Lodge No. 323, and the United Transportation Union. He was a U.S. Army World War II veteran.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Mike and wife Shelia RUNKLE, Bahama, N.C.; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one brother, Marion M. SULLIVAN, Wilton, Ark.; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were two sisters.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, with the Rev. Donald RUHL officiatig. Burial will be in the Corinth Cemetery, Twelve Mile. Graveside full military rites will be conducted by the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, Logansport, and the Walton American Legion. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Friday, March 8, 1996

Carol E. Tendziegloski

Jan. 16, 1952 - March 7, 1996

Carol E. TEDZIEGLOSKI, 44, 3444 Second Ave., Detroit, Mich., died at 11:40 a.m. Thursday at her residence.

She was born in Garden City, Mich., to Lynden and Barbara GRANCE SWANSON. In 1977, she married John TENDZIEGLOSKI, who survives in Silver Lake. She had been a resident of Detroit, Mich., the past 11 years, having come from Warsaw. She was a waitress.

Surviving are a companion, Darrell DEATON, Detroit, Mich.; one daughter, Judy SWANSON, Rochester; two grandsons, David and Kyle SWANSON, Rochester; her mother, Barbara SWANSON, Akron; one sister, Mrs. Edwin (Barbara) REEVES, Pierceton; and one brother, Lynden and wife Terry SWANSON Jr., Akron. Preceding in death was her father, who died in 1974.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. John ZAHN officiatig. Burial will be in the Athens Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday and from 9 a.m through the hour of services Tuesday at the funeral home. A vigil prayer service will be recited at 5:30 p.m Monday evening at the funeral home.

Rena Wright

April 28, 1900 - March 7, 1996

Rena WRIGHT, 95, formerly of 1025 Madison St., died at 2:45 p.m. Thursday at Wesley Manor United Methodist Home, Frankfort, where she had resided since 1987.

She was born near Rochester to William and Amanda SWINEHART WRIGHT. She lived most of her life in Rochester and many winters in West Palm Beach, Fla. She was a graduate of DePauw University, and completed work at Purdue and Columbia universities. She was in charge of the English departmet at Rochester Community Schools for many years, before retiring in 1967. She also taught German, History and Social Studies. She was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Tri Kappa Sorority, Daughters of the American Revolution, Rochester Classroom Teachers Association and Indiana State Teachers Association.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Grace United Methodist Church, with the Rev. C. David HOGSETT officiatng. Burial will be in the Reichter Cemetery, near Rochester. There will be no visitation or viewing. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service.

Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the arrangements.

Richard F. Riewoldt

Aug. 9, 1917 - March 7, 1996

Richard F. RIEWOLDT, 78, 7020 East 25 North, Logansport, died at 5:15 p.m. Thursday at Memorial Hospital, Logansport.

He was born in Chicago, Ill., to Richard Eric and Alma LANG RIEWOLDT. On Sept. 3, 1955, in Logansport, he married Nell JOHNSON, who survives. He was retired from Delco Electronics as a tool and die maker. He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans and American Legion Post No. 60, Logansport, served in World War II as a scout and received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He was an avid artist and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Charles RIEWOLDT; two daughters, Pat ARONE and Patty Ann JOHNSON; four grandsons, Joel ARONE, Jeremy JOHNSON, and Richard F. and David A. RIEWOLDT; one granddaughter, Jerilyn SMITH; one great-grandson, Nicholas ARONE; and two great-graddaughters, Lizie and Page SMITH.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, with the Rev. William Art MALONEY officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Logansport. Full military graveside rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post No. 60. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Veterans Home, Marion.

Saturday, March 9, 1996

Myron Overmyer

Myron OVERMYER, 57, 2812 18th B Road, Tippecanoe, died at 8:14 a.m. Friday in the emergency room at Pennock Hospital, Hastings, Mich., following a sudden illness.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Christina L. Ault

Christina L. AULT, 23, 1340 Holloway Drive, Plymouth, died at 10:38 a.m. Friday following a traffic accident in Marshall County.

Arrangements are pending at VanGilder Funeral Home, Plymouth.

Monday, March 11, 1996

Margaret Ashton

Margaret ASHTON, 84, Life Care Center of Rochester, died at 5:15 p.m. Sunday at Woodlaw Hosptal.

She was a former resident of 300 E. Fourth St.

Arrangements are pending at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Christina L. Ault

May 13, 1972 - March 8, 1996

Services will be at 2 pm. Tuesday at Van Gilder Funeral Home, Plymouth, for Christina L. AULT, 23, 1340 Holloway Drive, Plymouth.

The Rev. Larry FERGUSON will officiate. Burial will be in the Culver Masonc Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to The Boys and Girls Club of Marshall County.

Miss Ault died at 10:38 a.m. Friday in an automobile accident at the intersection of 12B and Fir roads. She was born in Plymouth to John and Malaya “May” CONLEY AULT. She was a lifetime resident of Plymouth and had worked at United Technologies, Bourbon, for the past six years. She was a 1990 graduate of Plymouth High School and was active in youth bowling and girl’s softball, both of Plymouth.

Surviving are her parents, John and Malaya “May” AULT, Plymouth; fiance, Tim MILLER, Plymouth; maternal grandparents, Irvan (step-grandfather) and Patricia JYLAND, Rochester; paternal grandmother, Corriene MECHLING, Tippecanoe; and one sister, Kimberly AULT, Plymouth. Preceding in death were two grandfathers, Russell CONLEY, Rochester, and Norman “Tiny” AULT, Argos.

Robert G. Buck

July 1, 1908 - March 9, 1996

Robert Gamble BUCK, 87, 2306 County Road 300 East, Rochester, died at 3 p.m. Saturday at Rochester Health Care Center.

He was born in Perrysburg to Lemuel and Maxie GAMBLE BUCK. On Jan. 21, 1961, in Rochester, he married Ruth F. BARKMAN, who died on Dec. 28, 1991. He had lived in Rochester since 1973, having come from Gas City, where he had resided for 35 years. He worked for McLain Trucking Corp., Marion, as a driver for 30 years before retiring in 1973. He was a member of the Teamsters Union.

Survivimg are one daughter, Mrs. Bill (Darlene) VALE, Syracuse; one step-son, Sven and wife Carol BARKMAN, Macy; four grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one sister, Helen YOUNG, Rochester; and one sister-in-law, Esther BUCK, Rochester. Preceding in death with his wife and parents were one sister, Ruth BUCK BUTT; two brothers, Cecil and Marion BUCK; one grandson, Doug VALE, who died in 1968; and one niece and two nephews.

Services will be at 2:30 p.m Tuesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. David WELSH officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today and after 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Macy Christian Church.

Joe Fisher

May 18, 1943 - Feb. 28, 1996

Joe FISHER, 52, 7909 North Tippecanoe Shores, Tippecanoe, died at 1 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born in Plymouth to Bill and Lottie HARMON FISHER. He lived his entire life in the Tippecanoe community, was in the loggig business and was divorced.

Surviving are one daughter, Tammy HERROLD, West Virginia; one grandson, Bryan HERROLD, West Virginia; his mother, Lottie SANNER, Bourbon; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceding in death were a son, Michael Joseph [FISHER], who died on July 6, 1969; and his father, who died in 1957.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Walnut Church of the Brethren Cemetery, southeast of Argos, with the Rev. Tony SCHNEIDERS officiating.

Grossman Funeral Home,Argos, is in charge of the arrangements.

Myron R. Overmyer

June 28, 1938 - March 8, 1996

Services were at 10 a.m. today at Tippecanoe Community Church, Tippecanoe, for Myron R. OVERMYER, 57, 2812 18B Road, Tippecanoe.

The Rev. Donald KAKAVEOS officiated. Burial was in the Tippecanoe Cemetery.

Mr. Overmyer died at 8:14 a.m. Friday at Pennock Hospital, Hastings, Mich. He was born near Richland Center to Ralph and Clara BEEHLER OVERMYER. On June 29, 1957, in Tippecanoe, he married Rosalee SHAFER, who survives. He had been a resident of Tippecanoe and Richland Center communities his entire life and was a 1956 graduate of Richland Center High School. He worked for Bendix Corp., South Bend, for 18 years. For the past 11 years he had been driving trucks for D.W. Smith Trucking Co., Akron. He was a member of the Tippecanoe Community Church, Tippecanoe.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Mrs. Larrie (Ruth) KREFT, Tippecanoe; Mrs. Bob (Tammy) COOK, Etna Green; and Amanda GERRARD, Tippecanoe; three sons, Randy and wife Melanie OVERMYER, Tippecanoe; and Timothy and wife Diane and Dennis and wife Cindy OVERMYER, both of Bourbon; fifteen grandchildren; two brothers, Marvin and wife Linda OVERMYER, Rochester; and Clair OVERMYER, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Precedig in death were his parents.

Eugene O. Phillips

June 8, 1926 - March 9, 1996

Eugene O. PHILLIPS, 69, 523 E. Ninth St., died at 10:50 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. He was born in Fort Payne, Ala., to Odell and Minnie PARTRIDGE PHILLIPS. On Jan. 24, 1948, in Rise Fond, Ga., he married Helen P. LANG, who survives. He retired Oct 1, 1983, as a pressman for American National Can Co., Hammond, where he worked for 30 years. He served in the U.S. Navy.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Joyce EWING, Leiters Ford; and Mrs. Tim (Helen) DURKES, Rochester; one son, Ted and wife Viki PHILLIPS, Rochester; nine grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; two sisters, Audrey JACKS, Rochester; and Mrs. Lacy (Doris) CONLEY, Delong.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Wednesday at the Hartler Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Floyd ALLEN officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Leona M. Starkey

Dec. 23, 1932 - March 10, 1996

Leona Marie STARKEY, 63, 18737 Hickory Road, Argos, died at 10:38 a.m Sunday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

She was born in Argos to Lester ands Mary SHULTZ SENSIBAUGH. On Aug. 11, 1951, in Argos, she married Donald R. STARKEY. They were later divorced and he resides in Grovertown. She was a beautician and had worked for Hart Schaffner & Marx Corp., Rochester. She was a member of the Jordan Baptist Church, southwest of Argos.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Richard (Donna M.) CRUM, Argos; Mrs. Robert (Debra A.) SPENNER, Bremen; and Mrs. Donald (Cheryl L.) ISOM, Rochester; two sons, Michael and wife Cindy STARKEY, Argos; eight grandchildren; six sisters, Mrs. John (Martha) HOTT and Mrs. Jim (Wanda) FOX, both of Rochester; Mrs. Don (Frances) MARK and Mrs. Tom (Doris) VERMILLION, both of Plymouth; Mrs. Vernon (Phyllis) BARNES, Vancouver, Wash.; and Mrs. Dennis (Thelma) NELSON, New Port, Tenn.; two brothers, Gene and wife Kathy SENSIBAUGH and Donald SENSIBAUGH, both of Argos; one half-sister, Mrs. Alice BANKS, Culver; one half-brother, Dale and wife Janet SENSIBAUGH, Culver; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with the Rev. Arley MITCHUM officiating. Burial will be in the Maxinkuckee I.O.O.F. Cemetery, near Culver. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. through the hour of services Wednesday at the funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Michael Hott Paraplegic Memorial Fund in memory of Mrs. Leona Starkey.

Tuesday, March 12, 1996

Raymond F. Zimmerman Sr.

Biv, 22m 1898 - March 11, 1996

Raymond F. ZIMMERMAN Sr., 86, 976 S. Dogwood Drive, died at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

He was born in Logansport to Charles and Carrie ZIMMERMAN. On March 19, 1953, in Peru, he married Byrel E. NOBLE, who died on Dec. 28, 1988. Formerly of 1717 Clifton Ave., Logansport, he worked at the Peru Foundry for 11 years and retired from Rockwell Standard in 1973 after 23 years.

Surviving are three daughters, Kitty MILLOW, Rochester; Sherry DEAN, Elizabethtown, Ky.; and Suzie DEAN, Radcliff, Ky.; one son, Raymond ZIMMERMAN Jr., San Andreas, Calif.; one step-son, Charles Mike EMMERD, Logansport; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were one brother and one sister.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, with the Rev. James DILLINGER officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Logansport. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Arthur Lange

Nov. 28, 1923 - March 11, 1996

Arthur LANGE, 72, 3319 Blynshire Ct., North Vernon, died at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born in Iowa to John Henry and Martha LANGE. On Nov.10, 1944, he married Betty RUEDE, who survives. He had resided in North Vernon for eight years and was formerly employed as a Local 172 pipefitter, South Bend. He was a World War II Army veteran and a member of the Lord of Life Lutheran Church and American Legion Post No. 199 in Country Square Lakes, both of North Vernon.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Richard LANGE, Hoffman Estates, Ill.; one daughter, Sandra HOPKINS, Brownsburg; his mother, Martha LANGE, Rochester; one brother, Donald LANGE, Phoenix, Ariz.; two sisters, Elverne WILKES, Rochester; and Elaine ADAMS, Indianapolis; one granddaughter, Andrea HOPKINS, Brownburg; and two grandsons, Jason and Bryan LANGE, both of Hoffman Estates, Ill. Preceding in death were his father and one brother, Wilbur LANGE.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Lord of Life Lutheran Church, North Vernon, with the Rev. Richard TREMAIN officiating. Burial will be in the Vernon Cemetery, Vernon. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Dove-Sharp & Rudicel Funeral Home, North Vernon; and after 9 a.m. Thursday at the church. Memorials may be made in care of the funeral home to Lord of Life Lutheran Church.

Wednesday, March 13, 1996

Margaret B. Ashton

Sept. 25, 1911 - March 10, 1996

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Grace United Methodist Church for Margaret B. ASHTON, 84, Life Care Center of Rochester.

The Rev. Jeff TAYLOR will officiate. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m today at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church.

Graveside serives and interment will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Reading Township Cemetery, Farnhamville, Iowa, with the Rev. David KRUSE officiatng. The Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie, Iowa, will be in charge of the graveside services.

Mrs. Ashton died at 5:15 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital. She was born in Galveston, Texas, to John Arthur and Gertrude RAMAKERS BEUG. On Sept. 9, 1930, in St Louis, Mo., she married the Rev. Cyril ASHTON, who died on Oct. 23, 1965. She was a resident of Rochester for the past 13 years, having come from Denton, Texas. Prior to her residence at Life Care Center, she lived at 300 E. Fourth St. She had also been a former resident of Farnhamville, Iowa, where her husband pastored the United Methodist Church.

She was a homemaker, a housemother for many years at Westmar College, La Mars, Iowa, and a hostess at a Methodist Retirement Home in Sioux City, Iowa. She was a hostess at a retirement home in Denton, Texas, prior to moving to Rochester. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and active in RSVP, both of Rochester.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Burton (Margaret) YOUNGSTROM, Rochester; and Mrs. Robert (Dorothy) LAMBERT, Oklahoma City, Okla.; one son, John and wife JoAnn ASHTON, Sioux Falls, S.D.; ten grandchildren, Tim YOUNGSTROM, Knoxville, Tenn.; Teri FURNIVALL and Stuart YOUNGSTROM, both of Rochester; Scott YOUNGSTROM, Ocala, Fla.; Lory CHAPLIN, Bloomfield, Iowa; Heidi JAHN, Pleasant Hill, Ill.; Dan ASHTON, Des

Moines, Iowa; Jody DANIELSON, Ames, Iowa; John LAMBERT, Albuquergue, N.M; and Jennifer SAPPINGTON, Oklahoma City, Okla; eighteen great-grandchildren two sisters, Mrs. Pat (Barbara) McCLAY, Sun City, Arz.; and Mrs. Tony (Lucille) MORRIS, Seattle, Wash.; and one brother, Theodore and wife Lucille BEUG, Chicago, Ill.

Thursday, March 14, 1996

[no obits]

Friday, March 15, 1996

Julia A. Day

March 29, 1929 - March 14, 1996

Julia Ann “Judy” DAY, 66, 120 N. Mishawaka St., Akron, died at 4:10 p.m. Thursday at her residece.

She was born in Roann to Joseph and Mary CRIST BIDWELL. On Sept. 4, 1947, in Indianapolis, she married Richard E. DAY, who survives. While growing up, she spent a great deal of time with her parent’s best friends, Noble and Ina TOMBAUGH of Roann, who she considered her second parents. She was the co-owner of Day hardware, Akron. She was active in the Republican Party, going to the State Convention as a delegate several times and had been an alternate to the National Convention in 1984.

She was past president of Tribal Trails Girl Scout Council, a former precinct commtteeman, member of the Akron United Methodist Church, past president of Kappa Dalta Phi Sorority, and member of the Akron Chamber of Commerce.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Mrs. Jim (Pamela) VANDERMARK, Akron; one son, Joseph and wife Marianne DAY, Akron; five grandchildren, Mrs. Rick (Leann) HILE, David MADEFORD, Scott and Kevin COOKSEY, and Patrick DAY; two step-grandchildren, Jared and David VANDEERMAEK; one great-grandson, Joseph DEVIN; one brother, Leon and wife Betty BIDWELL, Estero, Fla.; and four nieces, Sherri FORD, Nashville; Tara HORNBACHER, Pleasant Hill, Ohio; Linda SAMPSON, Wabash; and Janet BOYD, Des Moines, Iowa.

Services will be at 1 p.m Sunday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with the Revs. Mark BERG and Tara HORNBACHER officiating. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Akron United Methodist Church or Henry Township Fire Department.

Bessie Leiter

June 28, 1905 - March 13, 1996

Bessie LEITER, 90, 504 S. Detroit St., Warsaw, died at 4:55 p.m. Wednesday at her residence.

She was born in Warsaw to Albert Roy and Edith FERGUSON CRIST. On April 22, 1922, in St. Joseph, Mich., she married J.D. LEITER, who died on Aug. 12, 1976. She was a homemaker and lifetime resident of Warsaw.

Surviving are three daughters, Ruth Maxine HUGHES, Syracuse; Phyllis FORBES, Wabash; and Norma MOYER, Macy; three sons, Robert [LEITER], New Carlisle; Richard [LEITER], Warsaw; and David [LEITER], Etna Green; twenty-five grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Lelia KELCH, Woodland Hills, Calif.; and one brother, George McDONALD, Angola. Preceding in death were two brothers and one sisters.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, with the Rev. John REID officiating. Burial will be in the Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m and 6 to 8 p.m Sunday at the funeral home.

Saturday, March 16, 1996

Elsie L. Linn

Dec. 15, 1912 - March 15, 1966

Elsie L. LINN, 83, Prairie View Health Care Center, Warsaw, died at 12:20 p.m. Friday at the center where she had lived for the last two years.

She was born in Mentone to Henry and Bessie DORLAND ROBBINS. She lived in Mentone until she moved to the health center. She was a telephone operator and worked in the cafeteria at the Mentone School.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Jerry (Dixie) REED, Rochester; and Mrs. Roger (Linda) MONTEL, Mentone; six grandchildren; four step-grandchildren, and ten step-great-grandchildren. Precedng in death was one daughter, Donna ROMINE.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Greg RITTENHOUSE, officiating. Burial will be in the Mentone Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Monday, March 18, 1996

Mary E. Sullivan

Mary E. (SAYGER) SULLIVAN, 86, 25 Scott St., Athens, died at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Rochester Health Care Center.

Arrangements are pending at the Brady-Gill Funeral Home, Evergree Park, Ill.

Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is handling the local arrangements.

Mildred E. Diveley

Nov. 19, 1898 - March 9, 1996

Mildred E. DIVELEY, 97, formerly of Rt. 2, Kewanna, died at 7 p.m. Saturday in Hemphill, Texas, where she resided.

She was born in Grass Creek to Sidney and Rebecca SNYDER POWNALL. In 1920, she married Russell DIVELEY, who died in 1971. She was a retired elementary school teacher and taught in Grass Creek and Kewanna schools until 1971. She was a graduate of Grass Creek High School and Manchester College, and a member of Grass Creek United Methodist Church and Delta Kappa Gamma teacher’s sorority.

Surviving are two sons, William R. [DIVELEY], Wilmington, Del.; and Darrell K. [DIVELEY], Hemphill, Texas; three grandsons, Kenneth R. [DIVELEY], Bradenton, Fla.; Jonathan S. [DIVELEY], Richmond, Va.; and Keith W. [DIVELEY], Plano, Texas; one great-granddaughter; three great-grandsons and oe step-great-granddaughter. Preceding in death was one son, Dale L. [DIVELEY].

Services for Mrs. Diveley will be held at a later date.

Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, is in charge of the arrangements.

Willard L. Cook

March 15, 1911 - March 14, 1996

Willard L. COOK, 84, Winter Haven, Fla., died Thursday at Winter Haven Hospital, Winter Haven, Fla.

He was born in Farmer City, Ill. He was a clerk for a railroad and a member of the St. John’s United Methodist Church, Winter Haven, Fla.

Surviving are his wife, Lenore [COOK], Winter Haven, Fla.; three sons, James R. [COOK], Ft. Myers, Fla; Richard D. [COOK], Houston, Texas; and John W. [COOK], Rochester; two sisters, Marguerite [ALBER], Rochester; and Ruth SEDAN, DeLand, Fla.; and eight grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. today at the Glen Abbey Funeral Home, Auburndale, Fla.

Tuesday, March 19, 1996

Mary E. Sullivan

March 18, 1909 - March 16, 1996

Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Queen of Martyrs Church, Evergreen Park, Ill., for Mary E. (SAYGER) SULLIVAN, 86, Athens.

A prayer service will precede the mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Brady-Gill Funeral Home, Evergreen Park, Ill. Burial will be in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Worth, Ill. Friends may call from 2 to 9 p.m today at the funeral home.

Mrs. Sullivan died at 3:30 p.m Saturday at Rochester Health Care Center. She was born in Chicago, Ill., to Charles and Ida Mae ZELLERS SAYGER. She was married to Patrick SULLIVAN, who preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and a former resident of Chicago, Ill. She was a member of the Friend of the Bone Head’s Club, Chicago, Ill.

Surviving are one daughter, Jeanette MILLER, Athens; four grandchildren, Patrick, Michael, Richard and Donald [MILLER]; six great-grandchildren; one brother, Robert SAYGER, San Antonio, Texas. Preceding in death were one daughter, Patricia [SULLIVAN]; three brothers, Bill, Chester and Lester [SAYGER]; two sisters, Elsie DUST and Lena ARNOLD; and her parents.

Myrtle A. Enyart

April 3, 1906 - March 17, 1996

Myrtle A. ENYART, 89, 2426 Main St., Lafayette, died at 7:55 p.m. Sunday at Regency Place, Lafayette.

She was born in Fulton County to Charles and Sarah Ann HOWER WILLIAMS. On Aug. 25, 1928, she married Nathan B. ENYART, who died on Nov. 23, 1964. She was a homemaker, a 1924 graduate of Macy High School and attended the Brown Street United Methodist Church, Lafayette.

Relatives considered it possible that Mrs. Enyart may have been the last child of a Hoosier Civil War veteran. Her father served in the 128th regiment, Indianapolis.

Surviving are four daughters, Marie ENYART THOMASON, Searcy, Ark.; Ethel Mae ENYART SMITH, Lafayette; Eleanor ENYART HANES, New Castle; and Nora Rose ENYART, Lafayette; one son, Charles Earl ENYART, Deedsville; and twenty-six grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were one sister, Essie SOUTHERTON; two daughters, Norma June ENYART MILLER; and two grandchildren.

A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Herb WINGARD officiating. Interment will be in the Five Corners Cemetery, Macy. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to Riley Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis.

A memorial and tribute reception will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at the home of Peggy Edmundson, 2127 Perrine St., Lafayette.

Wednesday, March 20, 1996

Betty M. Kizer

Betty Marie MOORE KIZER, 72, formerly of Rochester, died Saturday, March 16, in Eustis, Fla., where she resided.

She was the daughter of Russell D. and Pauline Leon BRIGHT MOORE. In 1966, at Eustis, Fla., she married Myron Dean KIZER.

Surviving are her children, Linda NIX PERDUE, Indianapolis, and David Patrick NIX, Houston; two grandchildren, Phillip E. PERDUE, Richmond, Va.; and Kari PERDUE BLACKLEY, Indianapolis; one great-grandchild, Tia Josephine BLACKLEY; and one step-son, Stephen KIZER. Preceding in death were her sisters, Gwendolyn MOORE WARREN and Annabelle MOORE MATHEWS.

Memorial services will be held in late spring in Mentone.

Donald C. Bowen

Donald C. BOWEN, 54, Annandale, N.J., died Sunday, March 3.

He was president of KSI International, Manassas, Va. Previously, he was vice president of business management for the Network Systems Group of AT&T, director of procurement and materials for General Dynamics, and director of management information systems for Pratt & Whitney. Formerly of Indianapolis, he was a graduate of Purdue University.

Surviving are his wife, Linda SCHULTE BOWEN; two daughters, Heather Ann ENGELKING, Carrie BOWEN LISTER; his mother, Dorothy CARR BOWEN; one sister, Carolyn BOWEN KENNEDY; and four grandchildren.

Services were at 10 a.m. March 7, at Leppert & Hurt Mortuary. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Thursday, March 21, 1996

John W. Kidd

Feb. 25, 1930 - March 20, 1996

John W. KIDD, 66, 11171 Lake Shore Drive, Kewanna, died at 8:05 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

He was born in Kokomo to John O. and Edna LORENZ KIDD. On Sept. 27, 1963, in Kokomo, he married Virginia F. SINDERS, who survives. He was a retired storeroom employee of Continental Steel, Kokomo. He liked to fish and work in his yard.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Susan WEIMER, West Palm Beach, Fla.; one step-son, Burl ERWIN, Claton; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Lake Bruce, with the Rev. Denise DAVAULT officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Friday, March 22, 1996 to Saturday, March 23, 1996

[no obits]

Monday, March 25, 1996

Mary A. Hudson

June 21, 1908 - March 24, 1996

Mary A. HUDSON, 87, formerly of Akron, died at 11:45 a.m. Sunday at Sacred Heart Home, Avilla.

She was born in Oolitic to Damon and Fern HARMAN FOUTS. On Sept. 5, 1925, in Chili, she married Vern C. HUDSON, who died on Oct 7, 1983. She was a homemaker and had lived in the Roann community for several years. She was a member of the Olive Branch Church of God, Roann, and had played the piano for several years.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Don (Mildred) YEOMAN, Fort Wayne; Mrs. Truman (Doris) NORDMAN, Akron; and Mrs. Dick (Marsha) HELM, Avilla; two sons, Larry HUDSON, Portland, Ore.; and Jerry HUDSON, Akron; twenty-eight grandchildren; fifty-one great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and two sisters, Mrs. Dale (Ethel Mae) CLARK and Martha WATSON HOLTZ, both of Leesburg, Fla. Preceding in death were two sons, Don and Floyd HUDSON; one daughter, Betty CLARK; oe brother, Albert FOUTS, and one granddaughter, Jill CLARK.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Olive Branch Church of God, Roann, with the Revs. Lowell BURRUS and Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will be in the Enterprise [Tombaugh] Cemetery, Roann. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to the Olive Branch Church of God, Roann.

Edith E. Van Dyke

Aug. 15, 1906 - March 24, 1996

Edith Elizabeth Van DYKE, 89, 523 Bryan St., Wabash, died at 3 a.m. Sunday at Wabash County Hospital, Wabash.

She was born in Wabash County to Charles and Flora ROSER FOX. On Feb. 7, 1952, in Wabash, she married Clemans M. Van DYKE, who died in June, 1967. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Church of God, Wabash, for many years.

Surviving are three nieces, Evelyn BATES, LaPorte; Miriam PETIT, Carmel; and Mary Louise ENGLAND, Wabash; and one nephew, Richard FOX, Noblesville. Preceding in death were three brothers, Cletus, Dewey and Roy [FOX]; and one sister, Cristle HAAS.

A brief tribute to Mrs. Van Dyke will be held during the 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday at the First Church of God, Wabash.

Graveside services will be announced at a later date and will be in Friends Cemetery, south of Wabash. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be made to the First Church of God Building Fund.

Arrangements are being handled by the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Estella Robbins

July 4, 1905 - March 23, 1996

Estella “Sally” ROBBINS, 90, 102 Miller Drive, Mentone, died at 10:43 p.m. Saturday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

She was born in Kosciusko County to Jacob and Ida SHIREMAN ENGLE. She was married to Warren Roger ROBBINS, who died on Dec. 26, 1968. She was a homemaker and had been a resident of Mentone for many years.

Surviving are one daughter, Doris M. YARIAN, Mentone; one son, Lester and wife Elsie ROBBINS, Big Rapids, Mich.; seven grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were five sisters and four brothers.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Don POYSER officiating. Burial will be in the Nichols Cemetery, Akron. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Tuesday, March 26, 1996

Mary Showley

Mary SHOWLEY, 86, Life Care Center of Rochester, died at 11 p.m. Monday at the center.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Family Fueral Home, Rochester.

Wednesday, March 27, 1996

Margaret L. Zartman

May 22, 1916 - March 26, 1996

Margaret L. ZARTMAN, 79, 1129 Jefferson St., died at 12:16 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

She was born in Burket to Mace Allen and Ida Pearl MATTHEWS HOLLOWAY. She married Carl WALDRON, who died in 1973. On Oct. 30, 1993, in Rochester, she married Donald M. ZARTMAN, who survives. She had lived in the Rochester area for 50 years, having come from Burket. She received her G.E.D. in 1974 from Rochester High School. She was a retired telephone operator at Rochester Telephone Company where she worked for 25 years. She also had worked for Hart Schaffner & Marx, Rochester.

She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Home Front Club, R.K.K. Club, past president on two occasions in the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post No. 36; Women of the Moose Lodge No. 1684, Fulton County AARP, Retired Seniors Volunteer Program, and the Rebekah Lodge, Rochester.

Surviving with her husband are one son, Kenneth and wife Joan SPANGLE, Clayupool; one daughter, Mrs. Steve (Carla) BRUMBAUGH, Carmel; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Roger (Mary) PHILLIPS and Mrs. Robert (Gerry) HALEY, both of Warsaw; and Mrs. Earl (Marilyn) HALL, Rochester; and three brothers, Arden HOLLOWAY, Springville; and Charles and Nelson HOLLOWAY, both of Burket. Preceding in death was an infant sister, Mary Catherine [HOLLOWAY].

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Donald W. BRENNEMAN officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Thursday, March 28, 1996

Arvilla I. Eiler

Dec. 28, 1909 - March 27, 1996

Arvilla I. EILER, 86, 207 West St., Akron, died at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at her residence.

She was born in Peru to Joseph and Lydia BAKER WISSINGER. On March 2, 1941, in Peru, she married David Ralph EILER, who died on Sept. 22, 1990. She was a homemaker and a member of Akron Church of the Brethren. She also attended the Akron Church of God.

Surviving are three daughrters, Mrs..Sid (Judy) DeVERIES, Rochester; Mrs. Mike (Carol) GLOVER, Durham, N.H., and Mrs. Mike (Barbara) PATCH, Otterbein; eight grandchildren, Jeff, Mike, Eric, Janie, William, Amanda, Hannah and Caitlin; two great-grandsons; and one step-great-granddaughter. Preceding in death was one brother, Ralph WISSINGER.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Akron Church of God, with the Revs. John MISHLER and James MALBONE officiating. Burial will be in the Metzger Cemetery, Nead. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to the Akron Church of God and Akron Church of the Brethren.

William H. Bennett

William H. BENNETT, 88, Highland, died Sunday, March 24.

Mr. Bennett was a 60-year resident of Highland, with homes in Beaver Dam Lake, Akron, and St. Petersburg, Fla. He worked for Standard Oil in Aruba and retired from Inland Steel after 33 years of service. He was a member of the Inland 25 Year Club, 50-year member of the East Chicago Moose Lodge No. 1256, and member of Independent Order of Foresters.

Surviving are his wife, Bertha Marie (ENGLE) BENNETT two sons, William and wife Sandra BENNETT, Hammond; and Robert and wife Lanan BENNETT, Granger; six grandchildren, Lynn, William, James, John, Robert and Brooke [BENNETT]; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were at 10 a.m. today at Fagen-Miller Funeral Home, Highland, with the Rev. Leroy FASSETT officiating. Graveside services will be at 3:30 p.m. today at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Akron.

Rasho Conley

January 13, 1913 - March 27, 1996

Rasho CONLEY, 83, 10810 W. 14th Road, Plymouth, died at 11:21 p.m. Wednesday at his residence.

He was born in Denver, Ky., to James ad Lottie HANNAH CONLEY. On Sept.19, 1942, he married Goldie Van HALL, who died on April 22, 1995. He had lived in Plymouth since 1948, having come from Kentucky. He was a retired section laborer for the Nickel Plate Railroad.

Surviving are five daughters, Barbara A. McLEAN, Deloris F. EGOLF and Thelma M. BURNS, all of Plymouth; Virginia L. COLE, Danville, Ill.; and Elaine S. COLE, Brodhead, Wis.; two sons, Manuel and Charles D. CONLEY, both of Plymouth; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Marie PORTER, Michigan; and one brother, Curtis CONLEY, Wayne, Mich. He was one of a family of eleven children.

Private services will be held at a later date. No visitation or viewing is planned.

Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of the arrangements.

Josephine Myers

Josephine MYERS, 86, 9630 S. Hillcrest Lane, Claypool, died at 1:40 a.m. today at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Friday, March 29, 1996

Josephine Myers

Oct. 23, 1909 - March 28, 1996

Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, for Joesphine MYERS, 86, 9630 S. Hillcrest Lane, Claypool.

The Rev. Randy PACKARD will officiate. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from1 p.m. until services Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Mrs. Myers died at 1:40 a.m. Thursday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born in Marion to Hershie M. and Drusilla BODKINS SHERRON. On June 23, 1928, in Marion, she married Clarence MORRIS, who died in 1957. She later married Lewis MYERS Jr., who preceded her in death.

She was retired from General Tire, Wabash, and had also worked at Dailey Brothers Shoe Co., Marion. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Warsaw.

Surviving is one sister, Hazel BURMAN, Marion. Preceding in death were several sisters and brothers.

Richard L. Lackey

April 18, 1935 - March 27, 1996

Richard L. LACKEY, 60, 5787 West 700 South, Claypool, died on Wednesday at his residence.

He was born in Mentone to James W. and Mary Ann HUFFMAN LACKEY. He was a lifetime resident of Mentone and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War.

Surviving are his parents, James W. and Mary Ann LACKEY; six daughters, Judy PURVIS, Chris SCHILLING and Sherry WALTERS, all of North Manchester; Julie WAKEFIELD and Connie HENSLEY, both of Huntington; and Donna OLIVER, Columbia City; one son, Robert LACKEY, LaGrange; twelve grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Fred (Marilyn) McSHERRY, Burket; Mrs. Clay (Sandra) CRADDOCK, Zephyrhills, Fla.; and Mrs. Jerry (Nancy) LEEDY, Warsaw;; one brother, James L. LACKEY, Columbia City.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. David CALLIGHAN officiating. Burial will be in the Palestine Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 p.m. through the hour of service on Saturday at the funeral home.

Saturday, March 30, 1996

Cecil W. Wynn

Cecil William WYNN, 66, 25862 Coolidge Ave., Elkhart, died at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Stewart, Fla., following an illness.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Anna Vandergrift Boese

March 20, 1904 - March 20, 1996

Word was received that Anna Van LUE VANDERGRIFT BOESE, 92, died Wednesday, March 20, at Avondale, Ariz.

She was born in Fulton County to James W. and Tincy FULTZ Van LUE. In 1928, she married Harold VANDERGRIFT. They lived in Minnesota until his death ink 1965. In 1990, she married Herb BOESE, who survives.

Surviving with her husband are four daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Kathern BARKMAN and Willetta MILLER, Rochester; and one brother, Hubert Van LUE, Indianapolis.

Cremation was performed. Mrs. Boese was interred at San Jose, Calif.

Monday, April 1, 1996

Victor L. Owens

One person was killed and another critically injured in separate Fulton County motorcycle wrecks Saturday.

The fatal accident occurred just before 6 p.m. Saturday oin Olson Road west of County Road 800 West.

Police report a motorcycle driven by Victor L. OWENS, 48, Knox, failed to make a curve. He lieft the north side of the road and lost control in the gravel and sod. He told the first person at the scene that a deer ran into his path. He was semiconscious at the scene and was taken to Woodlawn Hospital. He died en route to Woodlawn Hospital. His blood alcohol level was 20 percent, twice the legal limit.

Police say he was not wesaring a helmet.

This is the third fatal accident and the fourth fatality Fulton County this year.

The second accident occurred north of Macy in Miami County. Police report a motorcycle driven by Todd J. HARTZLER, 33, Macy, left County Road 270 West at 8:30 p.m. Saturday. After leaving the road the motorcycle traveled about 170 feet before coming to rest. Hartzler was not wearing a helmet. He was taken to Woodlawn Hospital, then transferred to Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, where he is in critical condition with head injuries and a broken wrist. Police believe his injuries would have been reduced if he had been wearing a helmet.

Martha M. Hornung

Martha M. HORNUNG, 86, 1155 S. Lake Shore Drive, Akron, died at 12:08 a.m. today at Wabash County Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Thallemer’s Goethals Funeral Home, Mishawaka.

James H. Hunter

Jan. 24, 1926 - March 31, 1996

James H. HUNTER, 70, 374 W. Fifth St., Peru, died at 7 a.m. Sunday at his residence.

He was born in Peru to James C. and Swan I. GODFROY HUNTER. On Feb. 17, 1952, he married Aileen GLESSNER, who survives. A life-long Peru resident, he was a retired construction worker. He was a 35-year member of the Union of Operating Engineers, a 1944 graduate of Peru High School, and a 34-year member of the First Christian Church where he served as deacon for 25 years.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Kimberly BRETZMAN, Peru; three sons, Timothy [HUNTER], Peru; Todd [HUNTER], Brownsburg; and Scott [HUNTER], Indianapolis; five grandchildren; one brother, Kenneth HUNTER, LaFontaine; and five sisters, Gladys HALLIBURTON and Evie Jane HUNTER, both of Indianapolis; Phyllis PUCKETT, Plainfield; Helen KROLL, Edwardsburg, Mich.; and Mary CASBERG, Cleveland, Ohio. Preceding in death was one sister, Betty [HUNTER].

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, with the Rev. George McCARTY officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Virl E. Fore

Nov. 28, 1903 - March 31, 1996

Virl E. FORE, 92, Noblesville, died Sunday at the Manor House at Riverview, Noblesville.

He was born in Talma to William and Eva TIPPY FORE. On June 27, 1926, in Rochester, he married Bernice HAGAN, who survives. He worked at Firestone, Noblesville, for 25 years in the cost accounting department before retiring in 1968. Prior to that, he worked for Northern Indiana Power Co. for 17 years.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Noblesville; charter member of Noblesville Lions Club, 50-year member of the Noblesville Masonic Lodge No. 57 F&AM, and former member of the Rochester United Methodist Church He played in the Lions Club State Band and sang in the First United Methodist Choir.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Carolyn JOHNS, Noblesville; one granddaughter; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Kathleen CESSNA, Rochester. Preceding in death were two sisters.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, Noblesville, with the Rev. Bill BELLMORE officiating. Burial will be in the Crownland Cemetery, Noblesville. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church or church choir.

Lucille A. Knox

Nov. 17, 1901 - March 30, 1996

Lucille A. KNOX, 94, Kewanna, died at 3:43 a.m. Saturday at her daughter’s home in Kewanna. She was born in Rensselaer to Thomas A. and Rachael PIERCE KNOX. In 1921, at Ft. Knox, Ky., she married Silver B. KNOX, who died on Oct. 13, 1969. She was a homemaker and attended the Christian Church, Rennselaer. She was a graduate of Rensselaer High School.

Surviving are two daughters, Mary V. PERSONETT, Kewanna; and Ada E. BURKE, Port Charlotte, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were two sisters and three brothers.

Graveside services were at 11 a.m. today at Converse Cemetery, Converse, with the Rev. David WEBB officiating.

Cecil W. Wynn

April 29, 1929 - March 29, 1996

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, for Cecil William “Bill” WYNN, 66, 824 S. West Palm City Road, Stuart, Fla.

Burial will be in the Maxinkuckee I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Culver. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Mr. Wynn died at 6:50 p.m. Friday at his daughter’s residence in Stuart, Fla. He was born in Culver to Cleo and June SMITH WYNN. He had been married to Sue KRING and later divorced. He had lived in Culver, Elkhart and Zephyrhills, Fla., before residing with his daughter in Stuart, Fla. He had been a truck driver, served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, and was a member of the National Gold Wing Motorcycle Association.

Surviving are three daughters, Theresa WYNN, Stuart, Fla.; Mrs. Ted (Debra) ARENDT,Elkhart; and Mrs. Mark (Dawn) TRUSTER, Franklin; one son, Charles William DEWEY and wife Lisa WYNN, Rochester; ;eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; his mother, June WYNN, Zephyhills, Fla.; one sister, Treva RANS, Port Richey, Fla.; and two brothers, Charles WYNN and Bobby and wife Brenda WYNN, all of Culver. Preceding in death were one grandson, Michael Jon FREEBY Jr.; one brother, Eugene [WYNN]; and his father.

Tuesday, April 2, 1996

Martha M. Hornung

Jan. 14, 1910 - Apr. 1, 1996

Services will be at 10- a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Mishawaka, for Martha M. HORNUNG, 86, 1155 S. Lake Shore Drive, Akron.

The Rev. Robert YOST will officiate. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Thallemer-Goethals Funeral Home, Mishawaka. There will be a Rosary service at 4:30 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Mrs. Hornung died at 12:08 a.m. Monday at Wabash Community Hospital. She was born in South Bend as Martha M. POURE. In Mishawaka, she married John J. HORNUNG, who survives. She had lived in Akron since 1995, having come from Wabash, where she lived since 1960. She was a member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, Wabash, and the Rosary Society of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Dolores GARTEE, Dowagiac, Mich., and Sharon MAJEWSKI, Cassopolis, Mich.; one son, Edward L. HORNUNG, Akron; eight grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

Phyllis Jean Clemans

Jan. 10, 1996 - April 1, 1996

Phyllis Jean CLEMANS, three-month-old infant of Robert and Deane CLEMANS III, 3147 N. 700 W., died at 10 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Rochester. Surviving with her parents are one sister, Dorine ROYSTER, and two brothers, Joseph and Robert [CLEMANS] IV, all of Rochester; maternal grandparents David and Marlene ROYSTER, Rochester; paternal grandparents, Robert and Phyllis WHITE CLEMANS Jr., Rochester; maternal great-great-grandmother, Dorine KABELL, and paternal great-grandfather, Robert CLEMANS, both of Rochester; paternal great-grandmother, Mary MAYHEW, Rochester; paternal great-great-grandmother, Pauline DUTON, Benton Harbor, Mich.; and paternal great-great-grandmother, Millie CAREY, Warsaw.

Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery, with the Rev. Brian SEWELL officiating. No visitation is scheduled.

Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the arrangements.

Wednesday, April 3, 1996

Anthony B. Migonis

Sept. 3, 1910 - April 2, 1996

Anthony B. MIGONIS, 85, 8580 South 300 East, Macy, died at 6:55 p.m. Tuesday at Chase Center, Logansport.

He was born in Calumet City, Ill., to Sam and Agnes MIGONIS. On Feb. 22, 1936, in Chicago, Ill., he married Lillian ROUDEN, who died on April 3, 1954. He was a retired employee of Sears, Roebuck & Co.

Surviving are one daughter, Alma MIGONIS, Fulton; one brother, George MIGONIS, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding in death was one brother, Peter [MIGONIS].

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Ann’s Cemetery, near Grass Creek, with the Rev. John ZAHN officiating. There will be a private family visitation.

Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, is in charge of the arrangements.

Thursday, April 4, 1996

Barry Conrad

by Stacey Creasy

The plane crash that killed U.S. Secretary of Commerce Ron BROWN also claimed hotel magnate Barry CONRAD, one of Rochester’s most successful sons.

Texas builder Jerry KNAUFF, like Conrad a Rochester High School graduate, said Conrad’s family tried to remain optimistic after hearing word of the crash outside the port city of Dubrovnik, Croatia. Their fears were realized about 8 p.m. Wednesday.

“I’m pretty close to one of his daughters, Nicole,” Knauff said Wednesday night. “I called her about an hour and a-half ago. She said the State Department called and confirmed Barry was on the plane and that the plane was missing”

Knauff, a Houston resident since 1964, graduated from Rochester High School in 1958, Conrad in 1957. Knauff remained in touch with Conrad after the two ran into one another in Houston in 1970.

“Barry was working for Royal Sonesta, a hotel chain,” Knauff said. “He was transferred to Houston in 1970. One day I ran a full-page ad in the newspaper. He saw it and said “I only

know one person with the name Knauff.” He came to our office and someone told me there was a guy from Rochester who knew me. It was Barry. He bought a house from me. Also redid a 300-room hoitel for him He helped me a lot.”

“We’ve always stayed in touch,” Knauff added. “I was back in Rochester in 1994 when Barry was back for his football team reunion and to help kick off the (Rochester) Pathway (between Lake Manitou and Mill Creek Golf Course).”

Conrad was part of a 32--person team headed by Brown. The group was exploring ways to rebuild Croatia’s war-torn economy and expand trade to the region. Conrad’s company, Barrington Group, manages hotels in Croatia and Austria.

His friends were not surprised he joined in on such a venture.

“That is the kind of thing Barry would do, helping to build economics,” said Conrad’s former classmate and friend, Sandy SAWYER. “He logged so many air miles. As president of Burger King he opened restaurants all over the world. He had an uncanny ability to look at properties and know which ones to buy.

“We didn’t get the chance to see him very often, but we stayed buddies,” Sawyer said. “He’d call every once in awhile. We enjoyed talking.”

Former Rochester mayor Ed FANSLER said success didn’t spoil Conrad.

“He came here to help us kick off our Pathway project (in 1993), which was a big help to me,” Fansler said. “He and Tom ROSE, president of Dean Foods came back for that. He traveled all the time. It wasn’t easy getting a time where he and Tom could be back here at the same time. It was nice of them to come back to Rochester.

Local businessman Phil DAULTON recalls Conrad’s most recent visit to Rochester.

“Barry was a big influence on my son (Ben). Ben was going to college and Barry talked to me about talking him into going into hotel management at Purdue.”

Knauff said Conrad had a love for Rochester and the people he grew up with.

“We talked about it. We both felt we were lucky to have grown up in Rochester and to still know all the people there,” Knauff said.

Barry Conrad attended Rochesrter High School from 1954-58.

At RHS Conrad was the sports editor of the Manitou Ripples yearbook, a member of the art and glee clubs, choir, and thespians. He lettered in basketball, football, track and tennis.

Conrad earned a busines administration and hotel management degree at the University of Maryland and completed graduate studies in hotel management at Cornell University.

Conrad began his management career in 1967 as vice president and general manager of the Sonesta Hotel chain.

From 1974-80, he was executive vice president of hotel operations for Horizon Corp. He then became director of operations of the 2,200-room Hyatt Regency in Chicago.

In 1982, Conrad was named president and CEO for Quality Inns Inc. In 1986, he was appointed president and CEO for Trusthouse Forte Hotels Inc., operating 600 hotels in North and South America.

Conrad joined Burger King Corp in March, 1991. As president of the franchise division, he was responsible for more thn 4,500 domestic franchised restaurants.

In 1994, Conrad left Burger King Corp. to head Barrington Group., a hotel management company. Barrington Group managed luxury hotels world-wide, including establishments in Croatia and Austria.

Conrad and hiw wife Pat, had three children, Nicole MAXWELL, Natalie and Brant [CONRAD]. He had two grandchildren.

Conrad’s mother, Bernice AULT, resides in Nyona Lake.

Barry Conrad’s mother, Bee AULT, said today she is proud of the life and legacy Conrad

left behind.

“I’ve always been proud of everything he’s done,” Ault said. “He was always a good kid. never had a worry with him.”

Ault raised Conrad from the time he was three weeks old. The news of plane crash that claimed Conrad’s life in Croatia was a shock.

“He went out of my life as quickly as he came into it,” Ault said. “The last time I saw him was at Christmas. He invited Miller (Ault’s husband) and I to Coral Gavbles (Florida), for Christmas.”

Like many of Conrad’s friends, Ault is not surprised that her son was traveling with a group of executives working to re-stabilize Croatia’s economy.

“His business was his life,” Ault said. “He loved it, every minute of it. It’s what he lived for. He was good at it too.”

Ault said Conrad left Coral Gables in late Deecmber to go to Croatia. She is concerned about how his family will carry on Conrad’s latest business venture, Barrington Group, a company that manages hotels.

“He set up this company to provide security for his family, his kids,” she said. “I just hope this won’t be too much of a burden for them. It wasn’t for Barry - He loved it. I hope they will do allright.”

Ault said Conrad’s wife Pat was in Croatia, but was not on the plane. His son-in-law Todd MAXWELL recently returned from Croatia.

“The busines was a family affair,” Ault said. “His wife, Nicole and her husbad Todd worked in the officers. His other daughter Natalie did work for him from her home in Boca Raton (Florida).”

Conrad’s son, Brant has been attending college at Coral Gables, Mrs. Ault said.

John G. Reffett

March 21, 1915 - April 2, 1996

John George REFFETT, 81, Mountain Manor Nursing Home, Paintsville, Ky., died at 4 p.m. Tuesday at Paintsville General Hospital, Paintsville, Ky.

He was born in Pyramid, Ky., to Whitten and Eva WRIGHT REFFETT. He married Lydia BENTLEY, who died in 1986. He was a former resident of Rochester for many years, and resided in West Van Lear, Ky., before moving to the nursing home. He was a carpenter and had been employed by McMahan-O’Conner Construction Co., Rochester. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Paintsville, Ky.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Melvin (Eva) WOODCOX, Rochester; two sons, Calvin and wife Vernelee REFFETT, Rochester; and George Jr. and wife Lucy REFFETT, Garson Ky.; seven grandchildren, Tom ARNETT, Warsaw; Brett ARNETT, Bruce, Travis and Shawn WOODCOX, Shane and Mark REFFETT, all of Rochester; four great-grandchildren; six sisters, Ressie GODBEE, Vada BARTS QUACKENBUSH and Kelsa CARR, all of Rochester; Virginia CASE, Hamden, Ohio; Jossie PATTON, Conyers, Ga.; Lottie KOTTERMAN, Kokomo; and Emmagene REFFETT, Fulton; and four brothers, Dr. Sharmon REFFETT, San Bernardino, Calif.; Paul REFFETT, Lagrange; Henry REFFETT, Maytown, Ky.; and Whitten REFFETT Jr, Whitehall, Ky.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Preston Funeral Home, Paintsville, Ky., with the Rev. Jeff BURCHETT officiating. Burial will be in the Johnson County Memorial Cemetery, Paintsville, Ky. Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. until services Saturday at Preston Funeral Home, Paintsville, Ky.

Friday, April 5, 1996

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Saturday, April 6, 1996

Patricia B. Cook

Jan. 29, 1928 - April 2, 1996

Patricia B. COOK, 68, 104 Thompson Drive, Moore, Okla., died at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday at South West Medical Center, Oklahoma City, Okla.

She was born in Deedsville to Merl and Edna ROBERTS FETROW. In January, 1951, she married Galen FRANTZ, who died Sept. 20, 1976. She then married Emmett COOK, who survives. She was a homemaker and residet of Moore, Okla., since 1960. She was a member of the Methodist Church, Moore, Okla.

Surviving with her husband are one son, Eric Gene FRANTZ; one brother, James FETROW, Gloucester, Va.; four sisters, Maxine BEECHER, Valparaiso; Mrs. Kenneth (Bonnie) LAUTZENHISER, North Manchester; Jean SWARTZ, Akron; and Mrs. Charles (Sue) WIDNER, Sebring, Fla.; and two grandchildren. Preceding in death were three sisters.

Services will be at 2 p.m Monday at Bender Chapel Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home, North Manchester, with the Rev. Carl LEMNA officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Servia. Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Sunday at the chapel.

Ignota Lee

June 19, 1907 - April 5, 1996

Ignota LEE, 88, Covington Health Care Center, Covington, Ohio, died at 4 a.m. Friday at the center where she was a resident for the last five years. She was a former resident of Fulton County.

She was born in Tiosa to Roy and Florence WALLACE AILER. She lived most of her life in the Rochester area. She lived in Sebring, Fla., from 1972 to 1991. On Sept. 1, 1929 in Westfield she married Frank B. LEE who died Sept. 23, 1971. She was a homemaker and member of the Tiosa First Brethren Church.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. William (Linda) KURTZ, San Jose, Calif., and Mrs. Jimmie (Marilyn) PHILLIPS, Troy, Ohio; eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. Preceding in death were one sister, Reathel ALBER, and one brother, Russell AILER.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Tiosa First Brethren Church, with the Rev. Gerald ZOOK officiating. Burial will be in the Reichter Cemetery northeast of Rochester. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home and one hour before services at the church.

Raymond W. Parmley

Nov. 10, 1928 - April 3, 1996

Raymond W. PARMLEY, 67, Fort Myers, Fla., died at 1:19 p.m. Wednesday at his home.

He was born in Gary, to Wallace W. and Helen GRABOWSKI PARMLEY. He was married to Carol E. MILLS, who survives. He was a retired pipe fitter and member of the Pipe Fitter Union Local 597. He lived in LaPorte before moving to Florida.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Sue TRIGG, Rochester; three sons, Randy and Wayne [PARMLEY], both of LaPorte, and Terry [PARMLEY], Michigan City; thirteen grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and one sister, Carol HATHAWAY. Preceding in death was one grandchild.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Haverstock Chapel, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, with the Rev. Wayne ROSSON officiating. Burial will be in the Pine Lake Cemetery, LePorte. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday and before the services Wednesday.

Mauna F. Shultz

June 8, 1904 - April 5, 1996

Mauna Faye SHULTZ, 91, formerly of Mexico, died at 12:15 p.m. Friday at Rochester Health Care Center.

She was born in Adams County, Ohio, to Hamilton and Jennie BREWER PIATT. In April 1923 at Maysville, Ky., she married Ernest P. SHULTZ who died in April 1967. She was a homemaker.

Surviving are 11 children, Alma SEASE, Redding, Calif.; Edward [SHULTZ], Huntington; Sarah MIKESELL, Peru; Pauline WAHAB, Peru; Eldon [SHULTZ], Mexico; Lois DeFORD, Rochester; Teresa SIXBEY, Chili; Donald [SHULTZ], Deedsville, Malcolm [SHULTZ], Wichester, Tenn.; Delore STAPLETON, ount Sterling, Ky.; and Karla WOLFE, Mexico; forty-four grandchildren; sixty-six great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Dorothy LAND, LaPorte; and three brothers, Foster and Bunn [PIATT], both of Florida, and Taft [PIATT], Missouri. Preceding in death with her husband are one son, Marion [SHULTZ]; one grandson; one great-grandson and one great-great-grandson; two sisters, Ennie BURNA and Stella PIATT, and one brother, Charles [PIATT].

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Revs. Lowell BURRUS and Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will be in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Sunday.

Monday, April 8, 1996

Hazel O. Yelton

Sept. 15, 1904 - January 16, 1996

Hazel O. YELTON, 91, 1000 Husson Avenue, Palatka, Fla., died at 4:30 a.m., Jan. 16, 1996, at Columbia-Putnam Medical Center, Palatka,Fla.

She was born in Winamac to Thomas and Diana MILLER OVERMYER. On Aug. 4, 1923, in South Bend, she married Fred R. YELTON, who died on July 16, 1971. She had lived in Delong before moving to Florida in 1968. She was a homemaker and had resided in Palatka for five years.

Surviving are one son, Fred L. YELTON, Stuart, Fla., four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were one daughter, Madelyn J. DINSMORE; three sisters and two brothers.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey, with the Rev. Dorothy JONES officiating. There will be no visitation.

Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, is in charge of the arrangements.

Tuesday, April 9, 1996

Devoe Berkheiser

Nov. 24, 1918 - April 8, 1996

Devoe BERKHEISER, 77, 506 Broadway St., Argos, died at 2:30 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

He was born in Richland Center to Harvey and Grace OVERMYER BERKHEISER. On Dec. 28, 1944, in Maxwell, Texas, he married Hildegarde BONEIG, who survives. He lived most of his life in the Argos and Rochester communities. He was an electrician for the town of Argos for many years and was also a self-employed woodworker and cabinet maker. He served in the U.S. Army Airforce in World War II.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mary BERKHEISER, Phoenix, Ariz.; and Mrs. Deise MORLEY, Tucson, Ariz.; two sons, Vaughn [BERKHEISER], Bixby, Okla.; and Jeffrey [BERKHEISER], Argos; three granddaughters, Mrs. Shauna SUNTKEN, Plymouth; and Danielle and Emily BERKHEISER, both of Bixby, Okla.; and one sister, Mrs. Ted (Velma) STICHLER, Rochester.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Burial will be in the Richland Center I.O.O.F. Cemetry. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Heart Association.

Freeda A. Hill

April 15, 1898 - April 7, 1996

Freeda A. SULLIVAN HILL, 97, 315 Main St., died at 12:40 p.m. Sunday at Rochester Life Care Center.

She was born in Bracken to James O. and Mahala E. BOLINGER SULLIVAN. In 1927, she married Clyde WILSON, who preceded her in death. In 1947, she married Jack C. HILL, who died in 1975. She toured the United States and Canada performing in vaudeville as lead soloist with the B.F. Keith Troupe. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, and a 50-year member of Evergreen Rebekah Lodge of Rochester. She was a graduate of Metropolitan School of Music, Indianapolis.

She had no immediate survivors.

Graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. today at Funk Cemetery, Bracken, with the Rev. Jeff TAYLOR officiating.

Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the arrangements.

Kenneth D. Smith

March 15, 1928 - April 8, 1996

Kenneth D. SMITH, 68, 509 S. Logan St., Kewanna, died at 11:49 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Hospital, Kokomo.

He was born in Kewanna to Chester and Violet NUTT SMITH. On Aug. 27, 1968, in Kewanna, he married Bonnie BROWNING, who survives. He was a retired parts manager from Powell Implement Co., Kewanna and served in the U.S. Army during World War II in China. He was a 1946 graduate of Kewanna High School and a member of United Methodist Church, Kewanna; life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1121, Kewanna; and American Legion, Logansport.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Kevin SMITH, Indianapolis; two daughters, Kathy HARROLD, Argos; and Kim HOOVER, Star City; two step-daughters, Beverly BALDWIN, Kewanna; and Mary SCHNITZ, Mexico; two step-sons, Ronald BROWNING, Star City; and Robert BROWNING, Rochester; one sister, Anetta BESSE, Kewanna; nineteen grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were his parents and one granddaughter.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel, with the Rev. Denise DAVAULT officiating. Burial will be in the Bruce Lake Cemetery, Lake Bruce. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today and after 8 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Military services wil be conducted graveside. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Wednesday, April 10, 1996

Oren F. Murphy

June 7, 1915 - April 9, 1996

Oren F. MURPHY, 80, 2744 W. Highlands Blvd., Avon Park, Fla., died at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Walker Hospital, Avon Park, Fla.

He was born in Denver to Ott and Dora BERKHEISER MURPHY. On March 17, 1936, in Miami County, he married Mildred FINCHER, who died April 12, 1994. He had resided in Florida for several years, having come from the Etna Green and Mentone areas. He was a retired machinist at Clausings, Warsaw, and had farmed for many years. He was a member of the Mentone United Methodist Church.

Surviving are one daughter, Marjorie MURPHY, Avon Park, Fla.; three sons, Clarence E. and wife Wanda [MURPHY], Hendersonville, N.C.; Kenneth L. and wife Linda [MURPHY], Silver Lake; and Phillip A. and wife Mary Margaret [MURPHY], Logansport; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Faye LYNN, Columbus, Ohio. Precedig in death were one sister, Alma MURPHY and two brothers, Ralph and James MURPHY.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Mentone United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Will LAWSON Sr., officiating. Burial will be in the Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green. Friends may call from 1 to 2 p.m Sunday at the church. Memorials may be made to the Mentone United Methodist Church.

King Memorial Home, Mentone, is in charge of the arrangements.

Robert R. Howard

March 1, 1934 - April 9, 1996

Robert R. HOWARD, 62, 4111 North 300 East, Logansport, died at 9:05 a.m. Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, Logansport.

He was born in Cass County to Nevin O and Eileen Maun SHRIVER HOWARD. On April 10, 1960, in Walton, he married Alice Jane PRICE, who survives. He was a farmer. He was a member and past commander of American Legion Post No. 60, member of Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, Royal Center Maonic Lodge No. 585, and Voiture No. 729 40&8.

He was also past master of the Twelve Mile Masonic Lodge and past patron of the Twelve Mile Order of Eastern Star, a Korean Conflict Air Force veteran, and served several years as a director for the Farm Bureau Credit Union until 1982.

Surviving with his wife are three sons, Michael and wife Cindy [HOWARD], David and wife Judy [HOWARD], and Tony and wife Beth [HOWARD], all of Logansport; his mother, Eileen Maun HOWARD, Flora; one brother, Roger D. HOWARD, Modesto, Calif.; one sister, Linda GARRISON, Cutler; one grandson, Preston HOWARD; one granddaughter, Kayla HOWARD; and two step-grandsons, Jeff and Brad BAKER.

Services will be at 10 a.m Thursday at Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Pam RUCKER officiating. Burial will be in the Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Logansport. Full military rites wil be conducted graveside. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m today at McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to the Bethlehem Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund or to the American Legion Post No. 60 Christmas Toy Fund.

Blanche I. Easter

Nov. 17, 1903 - April 10, 1996

Blanche I. EASTER, 92, Twelve Mile, died at 4:40 a.m. today at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport.

She was born in Twelve Mile to Fred W. and Delpha CROOK CARSON. On Dec. 24, 1927, in Twelve Mile, she married Chester D. EASTER, who died April 24, 1961. She was a homemaker and an 82-year member of Corinth Brethren Church, Twelve Mile; and member of Corinth Womens Missionary Society.

Surviving are one daughter, Anita HOEHNE, Rochester; one son, Fred EASTER, Twelve Mile; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Preceding in death were her parents and one sister, Edna M. CARSON.

Services will be at 2 p.m Friday at Corinth Brethren Church, Twelve Mile, with the Rev. Rod SCHULER officiating. Burial will be in the Corinth Cemetery, Twelve Mile. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, and one hour prior to services Friday at the church.

Thursday, April 11, 1996

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Friday, April 12, 1996

Agnes N. Fowler

Oct. 15, 1898 - April 11, 1996

Agnes N. FOWLER, 97, 3135 N. Evergreen, died at 1:35 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Ashland, Wis., to William and Nellie DAVEY. She married John SMITH, who preceded her in death. She later married Fred FOWLER, who preceded her in death. She was a resident of the Rocheter area for 15 years, having come from Portage. She was a tax preparer and worked in accounting.

Surviving are one son, Murray C. SMITH, Rochester; five grandchildren, Shirley KELLEY, Mountain View, Calif.; Suanne PIERO, Coral Gables, Fla.; John S. SMITH, Rosarito, Mexico; Mike HABER, San Francisco, Calif.; and William HABER, Aventura, Fla.; three great-grandchildren, Mary M. KELLEY, Mountain View, Calif.; and Jo Ann and Joseph SMITH, Rosarito, Mexico. Preceding in death was one daughter, Helen DOERN.

Private services will be held. There will be no visitation or viewing.

Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the arrangements.

Orville Honeycutt

May 17, 1927 - April 11, 1996

Orville HONEYCUTT, 68, Route 1, County Rod 375 South, Akron, died at 4 p.m. Thursday at his residence.

He was born in Paintsville, Ky., to Valentine and Dollie HONEYCUTT. On April 5, 1945, in Boons Camp, Ky., he married Virginia P. REED, who survives. He has lived in Akron since February, 1996, having come from Blaine, Ky. He retired in 1971 from Wabash Alloys, Wabash, and was a member of the House of Prayer Church, both in Akron and Blaine, Ky.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Darin (Linda) FIELDS, Wabash; seven sons, Jerry and wife Brenda L. [HONEYCUTT], North Manchester; Danny and wife Brenda J. [HONEYCUTT]; Jim and wife Kay [HONEYCUTT]; Larry and wife Debbie [HONEYCUTT]; and Harold and wife Roxanne [HONEYCUTT], all of Wabash; and Bill and wife Teresa [HONEYCUTT]. and Darrell and wife Shiela [HONEYCUTT], both of Akron; twenty-three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. Erma WEBB and Panzie HONEYCUTT, both of Boons Camp, Ky. Preceding in death were two brothers.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at the House of Prayer Church, Akron, with the Rev. Danny HONEYCUTT officiating. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, and one hour prior to services on Sunday at the church.

Kimberly K. Bollen Smith

March 11, 1970 - April 10, 1996

Kimberly Kay WEYBREW BOLLEN SMITH, 26, 3138 Center St., Tippecanoe, died at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday at a friend’s residence in Macy.

She was born in Bremen to James Dale and Donna Marie PETERSON WEYBREW. She had lived in Marshall County for most of her life and attended Triton High School.

Surviving are her parents, Glenn and Donna SMITH, Tippecanoe; her father, James Dale WEYBREW, Niles, Mich.; a companion, Tim NASH, Macy; one sister, Tamra WEYBREW, Rochester; one step-sister, Mrs. Al (Dawn) EWING, Etna Green; two brothers, James Brian WEYBREW, Rochester; and Tilman “Tim” WEYBREW, Etna Green; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. PETERSON, Lydick; paternal grandmother, Irene WEYBREW, Lakeville; and four nieces. Preceding in death were two children, Tasha Renee and James Dee BOLLEN; one grandmother; one grandfather; and one great-grandmother.

Services will be at 3 p.m Saturday at Deaton Funeral Home, Bourbon. Burial will be in the Palestine Cemetery. Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Kimberly’s family.

Saturday, April 13, 1996

[no obits]

Monday, April 15, 1996

Cora M. Denney

Jan. 16, 1911 - April 14, 1996

Cora Mae DENNEY, 85, 13349 Hickory Road, Argos, died at 12:35 a.m. Sunday at Saint Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

She was born in Wakarusa to Jackson and Nancy HARRELL YEAZEL. She married Dale RUNYAN, and was later divorced. On Stpe. 20, 1935, in Warsaw, she married Joseph DENNEY, who died on Oct. 18, 1971. She was a homemaker and lived most of her life in the Argos community.

Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. James (Charmaine) HATFIELD, Loveland, Colo.; Barbara STOUDER, Nappanee, Mrs. David (Sue) FERRIS, Osceola; and Lonna HENRY, Plymouth; one son, Ronald and wife (Wanetta) DENNEY, Argos; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one sister, Flossie DENNEY, Argos; and one brother, Irvin V YEAZEL, Tippecanoe. Preceding in death were one daughter, Sylvia RUNYAN; one son, Jackie Lee RUNYAN; two sisters, Fern LYONS and Joy YEAZEL; and one infant brother, Dale YEAZEL.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m Tuesday and from 9 a.m. through the hour of services Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Heart Fund and the Arthritis Foundation.

Hershel L. Hewitt

March 10, 1918 - April 13, 1996

Hershel LeRoy “Roy” HEWITT, 78, West Noe St., Kimmell, died at 3:15 p.m. Saturday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born in Ligonier to Lee and Leala Mae LOCKE HEWITT. On July 26, 1947, in Fort Wayne, he married Lilia LaVern BURNS, who survives. He was a lifetime resident of Noble County and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a track supervisor for Chessie System (formerly B&O Railroad) and was a secretary for his union local.

Surviving with his wife are three sons, Randy HEWITT, Kendallville, Hershel Leroy “Junior” HEWITT Jr., Ligonier; and Mike HEWITT, Indianapolis; four daughters, Virgie COOPER and Penny OWSLEY, both of Kimmell; Linda HEWITT, Rochester; and Karen WEAVER, Goshen; fourteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Hubert HEWITT, Texas and Jim HEWITT, Knapp Lake; and two sisters, Margaret WADE, Cromwell; and Joan ROBBINS, Texas. Preceding in death were one daughter, Vickie [HEWITT]; one brother, Norris [HEWITT]; and one sister, Mildred SHELEY.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Ulrey-Renner Funeral Home, Ligonier, with Linda HEWITT officiating. Burial will be in the Sparta Cemetery, Kimmell. Memorials may be made to the Boys Town.

Helen M. Ogle

Nov. 22, 1923 - April 13, 1996

Helen Marie OGLE, 72, Denver, died at 11:50 p.m. Saturday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indiaapolis.

She was born to Harry and Alta McCLARAN. On Sept. 23, 1941, in Louisville, Ky., [she was married] to Rossell OGLE, who died on Oct. 27, 1991. She was a homemaker and a member of the Denver Baptist Church.

Surviving are one son, Thomas OGLE, Macy; seven daughters, Doris Ann TURNPAUGH, Macy; Carolyn K. STUBER, Betty Jean MILLER, Patricia I. POWELL and Shirley Jean SEE, all of Denver; Diana E. MITCHELL, Warrenville, S.C.; and Barbara E. THOMPSON, Rochester; twenty-two grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Jim McCLARAN, Logansport; and Robert McCLARAN, Roann. Preceding in death were her parents and one brother, Harry McCLARAN.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Steve BATE officiating. Burial will be in the Westlawn Cemetery, Denver. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

John D. Wouster

Sept. 28, 1942 - April 13, 1996

John D. WOUSTER, 53, 1012 W. Sixth St., Peru, died at 10:20 a.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Peru

He was born in Peru to Frederick and Clara ASPINWALL WOUSTER. He attended Peru High School and was a bartender. He was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church, Peru, Eagles, Moose, Literacy Aid Society, Fraternal Order of Police and American Legion.

Surviving are his mother, Clara WOUSTER, Peru; faithful companion, Carol WILBURN, Rochester; six brothers, Howard WOUSTER, Indianapolis; George, Steve, Mike and Jeff WOUSTER, all of Peru; and Fred WOUSTER, Mexico; and two sisters, Mary ZIEMER, Monon; and Jennifer CUNNINGHAM, Peru. Preceding in death were his father and one brother, Jacob WOUSTER.

Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Charles Caholic Church, Peru, with the Rev. Virgil M. BARKER officiating. Burial will be in the St. Charles Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m Tuesday at Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, Peru.

Rosary will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to the St. Vincent DePaul Society.

Tuesday, April 16, 1996

Willetta Minglin Miller

June 30, 1922 - April 15, 1996

Willetta MINGLIN MILLER, 73, 4634 North and 500 West, Rochester, died during the early morning hours on Monday at her residence.

She was born near Rochester to James W. and Tincy Jane FULTZ Van LUE. On April 1, 1945, in Rochester, she married Robert MINGLIN, who died on March 23, 1959. On Sept. 15, 1967, in Rochester, she married Kenneth L. “Tony” MILLER, who survives. She lived most of her life in the Rochester community, except for five years in South Bend

She retired from Rochester Telephone Company in 1970 after 30 years of service. She was a member of Mt. Hope United Methodist church, member and president of Mt. Hope United Methodist Women, and member and past president of AARP, all of Rochester.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Rosa) METZGER, Rochester; one son, Richard J. MINGLIN, Warsaw; five grandchildren, Deborah and Steven METZGER, both of Rochester; and Stephanie, Shawn and Aaron MINGLIN, all of Warsaw; one sister, Mrs. Chloris (Kathern) BARKMAN, Rochestr; and one brother, Hubert Van LUE, Indianapolis. Preceding in death were one sister, Anna VANDERGRIFT; and two brothers, Leonard and Orvan Van LUE.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Revs. Robert METZGER and Mark KLINE officiating. Burial wil be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Wednesday and after 9 a.m. through the hour of services Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association and the Mt. Hope United Methodist Church.

Wednesday, April 17, 1996

Janet Osborn

Oct. 4, 1943 - April 15, 1996

Janet “Jane” OSBORN, 52, West 14th St., Mishawaka, died at 9:15 p.m. Monday at Abbott Northwester Hospital, Minneapolis, Minn.

She was born in Kewanna to Ernest and Cecil DICKENSON HART. On June 1, 1963, in Burr Oak, she married Edwin Paul OSBORN, who survives. She was the customer service supervisor for 16 years at J.C. Penney, Mishawaka. She was a member of Timberland Bible Church, South Bend.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Paula HULETT, Mishawaka; and Cheryl GEARY, South Bend; one son, Timothy [OSBORN], Indianapolis; two grandchildren; two sisters, Sister M CAROLITA, C.S.C., Los Angeles, Calif; and Joanne WALTERS, Pendleton; two brothers, Glenn HART, Las Cruces, N.M. Preceding in death were three brothers.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Timberland Bible Church, South Bend, with the Rev. John RAILTON officiating. Burial will be in the Culver Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Hahn Funeral Home, Mishawaka, and one hour prior to the service Friday at the church.

June F. Polley

June F. POLLEY, 82, Four Seasons Mobile Home Court, Lot No. 27, died at 2:15 p.m Tuesday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Thursday, April 18, 1996

June F. Polley

June 5, 1913 - April 16, 1996

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, for June F. POLLEY, 82, formerly of Lot No. 27, Four Seasons Mobile Home Court.

The Rev. Donald BRENNEMAN will officiate. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Friday and from 9:30 a.m through the hour of services Saturay at the funeral home.

Mrs. Polley died at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center of Rochester, where she had resided for the past two months. She was born near Walnut, southeast of Argos, to Clayton and Loella ALDERFER FLETCHER. On Nov. 25, 1930, near Culver, she married R. Edward POLLEY, who died on March 15, 1992. She lived her entire life in the Macy and Rochester communties and retired from Hart Schaffner & Marx Inc. in 1978. She was a homemaker and a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Rochester Women of the Moose and the Macy Mother’s Club.

Surviving are one son, Larry E. and wife Judy POLLEY, Lafayette; seven grandchildren, Susan KIRK, Greenwood; Margot DENGER, Carmel; Dee Ann POLLEY, Indianapolis; Brenda DOWNS, Rochester; Natalie NEGREROS, Akron; and Gretchen BUTLER and Greg PHILLIPS, both of Lafayette;eight great-grandchildren, [and one daughter-in-law, Donna J. POLLEY]. Preceding in death were one son, D. Ward POLLEY, who died in February, 1977, and four sisters, Ruth DURKES, Erma O’DELL, Evadean DAVIS and Lucille REDDINGER.

Friday, April 19, 1996

Eunice E. Houser

March 14, 1912 - April 17, 1996

Eunice E. HOUSER, 84, Life Care Center of Rochester, died at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Montgomery County, Ark, to Roy O. and Dora E. WHITE GRAVES On Nov. 4, 1928, in Langley, Ark., she married Lewis BASHAW, who died on Feb. 6, 1946. On Dec. 24, 1960, in Huntington, she married Herman M. HOUSER, who died on April 2, 1974 She was a retired grocery store clerk and a member of Baptist Church, Delight, Ark., and Salvation Army Ladies Home League, Huntington She was a former resident of Kewanna and Huntington.

Surviving are three daughters, Linda JONES, Kewanna; Wanda ALDRED, Shoals, and Elois DRAIN, Malvern, Ark.; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; two brothers, David GRAVES, Cove, Ark; and Elder Booker GRAVES, Mt. Ida, Ark.; and four sisters, Nellie PINSON, Langley, Ark.; Margie PATE, Amity, Ark.; Wanza SMITH, Martins Ferry, Ohio; and Flossie LOWERY, Albert Pike, Ark. Preceding in death were one son, two brothers and two sisters.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Harrison-Metzger Kewanna Chapel, with the Rev. Denise DAVAULT officiating. Burial will be in the Gardens of Memory, Marion. Friends may call from 9 a.m through the hour of services at the funeral home Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday. Memorials may be made to the Kidney Foundation or Heart Fund.

John A. Huff

Feb. 15, 1938 - April 18, 1996

John Arthur HUFF, 58, 102 E Center St., Burket, died at 2:15 p.m. Thursday at his residence.

He was born in Warsaw to Paul and Agnes BROWN HUFF. On Dec. 7, 1954, in Denver, he married Tona KUHN, who survives. He was a resident of Burket for 41 years, having come from Warsaw. He was a custodian at Burket Elementary School and was the Burket Town Marshal for over 20 years.

He attended Burket United Methodist Church, was a member of the Burket Fire Department, an officer of Indiana Volunteer Firemens Association and past president of County Firemens Associationl. He was named past “Burket Citien of the Year,” “County Fireman of the Year,” and “Burket Fireman of the Year.”

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Matt (Nancy) SHAFER, Wabash; one son, Kim and wife (Jan) HUFF, Warsaw; four grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and two sisters, Mary Alice [HUFF], Warsaw; and Ruth Ann [HUFF], Tippecanoe.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Revs. Eric STOOPS and Don POYSER officiating. Burial will be in the Palestine Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Home Health Care and Hospice of Kosciusko County.

Audra L. McKee

Audra L. McKEE, 89, Winter Park, Fla., died Wednesday, April 17, in Winter Park, Fla.

She was born in Mexico to Franklin and Bertha BENTZ DILLMAN. She was a resident of Rochester before moving to Florida in 1969. She was a former hotel manager in Rochester, a member of Rebekah Lodge, Rochester, and a member of Pine Castle United Methodist church, Pine Castle, Fla.

Surviving are one son, Paul BRINEY, Tampa, Fla; one step-daughter, Dixie CURRY, Texas; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Pine Castle United Methodist Church, Pine Castle, Fla. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park, Orlando, Fla.

Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home, Orlando, Fla., is in charge of the arrangements.

Sarah E. Bond Brown

Sarah E. BOND BROWN, 63, 1318 Washington St., died at 6:13 a.m. today at her residence, where she resided with her son Roger and wife Mary BOND.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Michael K. Petrosky

Michael Kim PETROSKY, 39, 3643 S. Bruner Road, Warsaw, died at 3:45 p.m. Thursday in a two-vehicle automobile accident at the intersection of Kosckusko County Roads 900 South and 1000 East.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Robert R. Porter

Jan. l23, 1928 - April 18, 1996

Robert R. PORTER, 68, 3215 Country Club Drive East, died at 12:22 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital.

He was born in Kokomo to Marvin “Glay” and Madeline A. FLORA PORTER. On May 13, 1950, in Kokomo, he married Catherine V BECHELLI, who survives. He retired in 1987 from Delco Electronics after 25 years. He was a member of the United Auto Workers No. 292 and served in the Seabees of the U.S. Navy during World War II.

Surviving with his wife are one son, William J. PORTER, Rochester; one daughter and son-in-law, Tina L. and Stanley B. LITTLE, Mulberry; two grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters-in-law, Donal G. and Valerie PORTER and James L. and Mildred L. PORTER, all of Kokomo; one sister and brother-in-law, E. Rosanna and Richard STAHL, Kokomo; and several nieces and nephews.

‘ Memorial services will be at 4 p.m. Saturday at Fenn & Shirley Mortuary, Colonial Chapel, Kokomo, with the Rev. Francis I. KILCLINE officiating. Friends may call from 1 p.m through the hour of services Saturday at the mortuary. Mr. Porter will be cremated and a private burial of the remains will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or to the Diabetes Association.

Saturday, April 20, 1996

Sarah E. Bond Brown

March 22, 1933 - April 19, 1996

Sarah E. BOND BROWN, 63, 1318 Washington St., died Friday at the home of her son, Roger BOND. She had been ill for a long time.

She was born in Prestonsburg, Ky., to Robert and Mary Jane REFFITT, who preceded in death. She lived most of her life in Rochester. She was married to Earl BOND who died April 17, 1970. She later married Robert A. BROWN. They were divorced. She retired from Torin Brookside Corp. after 33 years of service. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Argos.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Jeff (Debra) LaBERE, Rochester; two sons, Roger and Mary BOND, Rochester, and Kenneth [BOND], Elkhart; eight grandchildren, Ryan and B.J. [BOND], both of Rochester; Scott FIGERT, Lakelad, Fla.; Dustin FIGERT, South Bend; Michelle SPURLOCK and Felica BESSE, both of Rochester; and Kyle and Nick LaBERE, both of Walkerton; three great-grandchildren; three step-daughters, Sandy, Tina and Jackie BROWN, all of Spartanburg, S.C.; one step-son, Randy BROWN, Rochester; two sisters, Agnes BRIGHT, Rochester, and Mrs. Edward (Mary) LANGLEY, Anderson. Preceding in death were one son, Michael E. [BOND], one sister, Areminda BRADLEY and one brother, Clifton REFFITT.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the First Baptist Church, Argos, with pastor Robert MACE officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour before the services Wednesday at the church. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Michael K. Petrosky

Aug. 27, 1956 - April 18, 1996

Michael Kim “Kemo” PETROSKY, 39, 3643 South Bruner Road, Warsaw, died at 3:45 p.m. Thursday from injuries received during a two-car accident at the corner of County Roads 900 South and 1000 East in Kosciusko County.

He was born in Rochester to Rudolph J. and Carolyn Sue LOCKRIDGE PETROSKY. On May 19, 1979 in Burbon he married Faith YOUNG, who survives. He was the head of the adhesive department at Sonoco Products Company, Akron. He was a sports enthusiast and 1974 graduate of Akron High School.

Surviving with his wife and parents are one son, Brandon [PETROSKY], Warsaw; one sister, Mrs. Robert (Teresa) WALLACE, Casper, Wy., one brother, Steven and his wife Lisa [PETROSKY], Akron; and nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, [Mrs. Myrtle YOUNG, Bourbon; sister-in-law], Cheryl STOUDER, Nappanee, and two brothers-in-law, Doyle and Glenn [PETROSKY], both of Nappanee.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. Peter GREENHOWE officiating. Burial wil be in the Akron Cemetery. [Memorials may be made to a trust fund eing set up for his son, Brandon].

Monday, April 22, 1996

Pauline W. Coy

June 15, 1909 - April 19, 1996

Pauline W. COY, 86, 504 S. Detroit St, Warsaw, died at 10:23 p.m. Friday at the Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

She was born in Milford to Jacob and Lillie Fay ROBINSON. On June 22, 1929, in Warsaw, she married Orville E. COY, who died on Feb. 25, 1981. She had resided in Warsaw for 1 1/2 years, having come from Mentone. She was a homemaker and attended the Warsaw Wesleyan Church.

Surviving are one son, Orville COY Jr., Springfield, Va. three daughters, Mrs. James (Joy) AUSTIN, Apex, N.C.; Mrs. Jay (Donna) WOODRUFF, Mentone; and Mrs. Royal (Frances) BAUM, Pierceton; eleven grandchildren; and twelve great-gradchildren. Preceding in death were four sisters and ten brothers.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Revs. Robert KLATT and Rick SHOCKLEY officiatig. Burial will be in the Palestine Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Marcella Wentzel

Feb. 12, 1925 - April 17, 1996

Marcella WENTZEL, 71, 1725 Colonial Bay, died Wednesday, April 17, in Venice, Fla. where she resides for part of the year.

Surviving are her husband, Robert J. WENTZEL; and one sister, Cuma BECHT, Rochester. She was a member of the Rochester Women of the Moose.

Private burial services will e held in the near future in Calvary Cemetery, Dayton, Ohio. Cremation has already taken place.

Lois A. Mallock

Nov. 15, 1906 - April 21, 1996

Lois A. MALLOCK, 89, South Whitley, died at 9:24 a.m. Sunday at the Whitley Memorial Hospital, Columbia City.

She was born in Allen County to Jesse L. and Odessa SPITLER SPANN She was a 1924 graduate of South Whitley High School. On March 5, 1924, in South Whitley, she married Carl STONER, who died in 1933.

In March, 1936, in Columbia City, she married Roscoe MALLOCK, who died in 1974. They lived in Cleveland Township, Whitley County, before moving to South Whitley in 1973. Mrs. Mallock moved to her present home in 1978. She worked for 18 years at the Ideal Dress Shop and was a member of the South Whitley Church of the Brethren and the South Whitley Literary Club.

Surviving are one son, Wade STONER, South Whitley; four daughters, Mrs. Charles (Bonnie) ABLE, Big Barbee Lake; Mrs. Rchard (Judith) CORDILL, Mishawaka; Mrs. Jerry (Janet) RUEF, Huntington; and Mrs. Leslie (Margaret) WALTERS, Rochester; thirteen grandchildren; twenty great-gradchildren, and two brothers, Bill and Phil SPANN, both of North Manchester. Preceding in death were one son, Tom STONER; three brothers, George, Maynard and Leonard SPANN; and one sister, Mrs. Don (Catherine) LANDIS.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Smith and Sons Miller Chapel, South Whitley, with the Rev. Alan KAHLER officiating. Burial will be in the South Whitley Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the South Whitley Church of the Brethren.

Alta M. Scott

Aug. 23, 1917 - April 20, 1996

Alta Marie SCOTT, 78, 3110 C Manitou Park Road, died at 8:40 p.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Algoa, Ark., to Edward and Polly Alice LONG SCOTT. She had lived in Rochester since 1987, having come from Oklahoma City, Okla. She was a retired insurance underwriter and had formerly taught insurance at Oklahoma University. She was past preseident of the Insurance Women’s Association of Oklahoma and a member of the Rochester Elks Women’s Association.

Surviving are several nieces and nephews, including Eugene SCOTT, Rochester; Mrs. Almira [WINTERS], Walton; and Mrs. Thelma WEBSTER, Peru. Preceding in death were two brothers, Claude and Leland SCOTT.

Private family services will be held [at 1 p.m.] on Wednesday, with the Rev. Robert STORY officiating [at Zimmerman Family Fueral Home]. Burial will be in the Fairlawn Cemetery, Oklahoma City, Okla. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Fund.

Glen D. Zartman

Glen Dean “Dutch” ZARTMAN, 70, Miller Street, Fulton, died early this morning at his residence.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton.

David E. Woods Sr.

June 4, 1915 - April 19, 1996

David E. WOODS Sr., 80, 8001 West and 100 South, Kewanna, died at 11:56 p.m. Friday at Porter Memorial Hospital, Valparaiso.

He was born in Terre Haute to Samuel and Flora BESKEEN WOODS. On Dec. 24, 1938, in Farmersburg, he married Elizabeth Dorothy SHAW, who died on March 19, 1992. He was a resident of Kewanna since 1972, having come from Gary. He retired in 1977 from American Bridge Works, Gary; and was a member of the Moose Lodge, Fraternal Order of Forresters and the Church of the Nazarene, all of Gary.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Mark (Elizabeth) GRANT and Mrs. James (June) DYER, both of Chesterton; and Mrs. Mark (Mary Frances) CLARK, Severn, Md.; four sons, David E. Jr. and wife Donna [WOODS], Rochester; James S. [WOODS], Kewanna; Denton S. and wife Margaret [WOODS], Wisconsin; and Thomas W. and wife Sandra [WOODS]; Scherrerville; fourteen grandchildren; twelve great-gradchildren; and one sister, Dorthea SARGENT, Kokomo. Preceding in death were six sisters and one brother.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Monday and from 9 a.m. through the hour of services Tuesday at the funeral home.

Alma Reffett

Nov. 28, 1931 - April 14, 1996

Alma COFFMAN REFFETT, 64, Sebring, Fla., died Sunday, April 14, at her residence.

She was born in Kewanna to Alvie and Fannie COFFMAN. She was a graduate of Grass Creek High School and former resident of Kewanna.

Surviving are one daughter, Rhonda SCHLIENGER, Lake Placid, Fla.; one son, Ronald REFFETT, Ft. Lauderale, Fla.; five grandchildren; her mother, Fannie COFFMAN; and one sister, Carol SCOTT, Rochester. Preceding in death were her father and a son.

Memorial services will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Scott’s Funeral Home, Lake Placid, Fla. Cremation has already taken place.

Tuesday, April 23, 1996

Boyd E. Stout

Nov. 26, 1933 - April 21, 1996

Boyd E. STOUT, 62, Elkhart, died at 9 p.m. at the Veterans Administration Indiana Health Care System, Fort Wayne.

He was born in Akron to Adam and Lavon (SPEICHER) STOUT. His mother survives.

He was a machinist working at various tool and die companies in the Elkhart area. He retired due to health reasons. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps in the Korean War.

Surviving are two sons, Thomas W. and Mark E. STOUT, both of Elkhart; one daugher, Mrs. Janet SONAM, Elkhart; one brother, Bob STOUT, Akron, one sister, Mrs. Gerry LANTZ, Elkhart; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father.

Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Rice Cemetery in Elkhart with the Rev. Raymond P. LABORDE officiating. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m Wednesday at Billings Funeral Home in Elkhart.

Memorials may be left to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Glen D. Zartman

June 27, 1925 - April 22, 1996

Glen Dean “Dutch” ZARTMAN, 70, Miller Street, Fulton, died early Monday morning at his residence.

He was born in Mexico to John W.F. and Marie (FLENNER) ZARTMAN. He had lived in the Fulton area all his life. He owned Big Z Hardware and was a retired farmer. He was a member of the Fulton Baptist Temple and [a past member of] the [board of trustees of the] Caston [Educational Center]. He was active in the Fulton Athletic League and Fulton Park programs.

Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Rosanna OVERMYER, Rochester; Mrs. Janet COPLEN, Argos; Mrs. Carolyn YOUNG, Rochester; several nieces and nephews; and one aunt, Mrs. Helen BEMENDERFER, Tucson, Ariz.

He was preceded in death by one brother, John [ZARTMAN].

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home [in Fulton] with the Rev. Lonnie PETERS officiating Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be left to the Fulton Baptist Temple.

Michael Wallis

Michael WALLIS, 54, Mentone, died Monday. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Wednesday, April 24, 1996

Michael L. Wallis

Nov. 12, 1941 - April 22, 1996

Michael L. WALLIS, 54, Mentone, died Monday on Kosciusko County Road 500 South, south of Mentone of natural causes.

He was born in Connersville to Carl E. and Thelma E. (DAVIS) WALLIS.

He lived in the Mentone area most of his life. He was a welder.

Surviving are his father, Fort Wayne; two daughers, Mrs. Pami HUNSBERGER, Mentone; Dawn WALLIS, Mentone; four sons, Michael A. and Robert A. [WALLIS], of Mentone; Scott [WALLIS], Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and Bud PHILLIPS, Mentone; one brother, Tim A. WALLIS, Vesta, Calif.; and six grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother; one sister, Nena M. WALLIS; and one brother, Steven WALLIS.

Services are 1:30 p.m. Friday at King Memorial Home in Mentone with the Rev. Claude STOGSDILL officiting Burial will be in the Mentone Cemetery. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday and after 8:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Thursday, April 25, 1996

Frances A. Frick

Frances A. FRICK, 93, Mexico, died at 8:10 p.m. Wednesday at Dukes Continuing Care Center in Peru. Funeral arrangements are pending at McClain Funeral Home in Denver.

Rachel M. Templeton

Aug. 7, 1934 - April 25, 1996

Rachel M. TEMPLETON, 61, 718 Pontiac St., Rochster died at 3:15 a.m. Thursday at her residence.

She was born in Gary to Merwin W. and Sylvia M. (SEWELL) TARVIN. She married David J. “Jim” TEMPLETON Sept. 29, 1956 in Gary. He survives.

She formerly owned The Sewing Center in Rochester. She was a member of the Church of Fulton and the Patriots of Liberty.

Surviving are her mother, Sylvia, Conover, N.C.; three sons, Kenneth R. [TEMPLETON], Traverse City., Mich., Alan R. [TEMPLETON], Champaign, Ill., Paul D. [TEMPLETON], Fishers; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Marie REILLY, Conover, N.C.; Mrs. Sarah McGILL, Newton, N.C.; one brother, Glen TARVIN, Munster.

She was preceded in death by her father, Merwin; one daughter, Suzanne G. TEMPLETON.

Memorial services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Hillcrest Church Baptist Church in Rochester. There will be a carry-in dinner at the church after services.

There will be no visitation or burial. Her remains are being donated to the Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Memorials may be left to Fulton County Christian Academy.

Zimmerman Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Friday, April 26, 1996

Frances A. Frick

June 29, 1902 - April 24, 1996

Frances A. FRICK, 93, Mexico, died at 8:10 p.m. Wednesday at Dukes Continuing Cre Center, Peru.

She was born in Wabash County to Edward and Sarah Elizavbeth MORTS OYLER. On June 30, 1934 at Banquo she married Lyman B. FRICK, who died Feb. 5, 1988. She graduated from Somerset High School in 1920 and attended Teacher’s College of Indianapolis and Manchester College. She was an elementary school teacher in Monroe County, Somerset, Banquo, Kokomo, Fort Wayne and Mexico. She retired in 1962. She was a member of the Retired Teacher’s Association and United Methodist Women. She was a past matron and 50-year member of the Macy Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. She was the co-owner of Frick Hardware in Fulton from 1947 to 1975. She lived in Mexico from the time she was married.

Surviving are one sister, Dorothea WEAVER, Sweetser; two sisters-in-law, Esther FRICK ad Ruth FRICK, both of Mexico, and nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were two brothers, Howard and Merritt ANDREW, and three sisters, Ellen REED, Kathryn KEM and Lois BOLINGER.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Mexico Baptist Church with the Revs. William BERGSTROM and Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, and one hour before services Sunday at the church.

Devon Pfeiffer

Devon PFEIFFER of Plymouth died Thursday. Funeral arrangements are pending.

Goldie F. Smithson

Feb. 3, 1899 - April 25, 1996

Goldie Fay SMITHSON, 97, Regency Place Nursing Home, Lafayette, died there at 2:20 a.m. Thursday following an extended illness.

She was born in Fulton County to Frank and Hattie ALEXANDER RITTER. On April 11, 1934 she married Earl F. SMITHSON who died May 24, 1966. She was a homemaker.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. John (Shirley) HIlEMAN, Lafayette; six grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren and one brother, Ralph W. RITTER, Lafayette. Preceding in death were three sons, one daughter, one foster-son, two sisters and two brothers.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third St., Peru, with the Rev. James LUND officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Saturday.

Saturday, April 27, 1996

Anna M. Kinsel

Sept. 19, 1931 - April 26, 1996

Anna May KINSEL, 64, 4849 South Wabash Road, died at 6 p.m. Friday at her residence. She had been ill for one year.

She was born in Columbus, Ohio, to Wilbur J. and Helen WARNER NORRIS. On Aug. 17, 1952 in Chicago, Ill, she married Don M. KINSEL, who survives. She was a Rochester resident for 28 years, coming here from South Whitley. She was a retired school teacher who taught at Rochester Middle School. She retired in 1989. She grduated from Manchester College, North Manchester, and was a member of the Classroom Teachers Assocition, the Indiana State Teachers Association and Psi Iota Xi Sorority. She was a member o the First Baptist Church and president of the Fellowship Guild of the church. For the past five years she was the nutritionist for the WICKS program.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Mrs. David (Cindy) GUDEMAN, Rochester; two sons, Mark and Al and Cindy [KINSEL], both of Rochester; five grandchildren, Sarah and Alexander GUDEMAN, Aaron BORDER, and Jenna and Brady KINSEL, all of Rochester; and one sister, Mrs. Jim (Jane) GEBERT, Pierceton.

Services will be at 1 p.m Tueday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Dr. Mark SPENCER and the Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Monday and after noon Tuesday.

DeVon P. Pfeiffer

Mar. 19, 1922 - April 25, 1996

DeVon P. PFEIFFER, 74, 401 Alexander St., Plymouth, died at 9:35 p.m. Thursday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, from complications following surgery.

He was born in Bremen to Forrest and Iva FEICHTER PFEIFFER. On Feb. 14, 1993 in Plymouth he married Sylvia SMITH SNYDER, who survives. He lived in Rochester before movig to Bourbon and then to Plymouth in 1987. He was a carpenter for Village Green Homes, Etna Green, retiring in 1985. He was a life member of the Rochester VFW and American Legion. He was a World War II veteran serving as a paratrooper in the Army Air Corps.

Survivig with his wife are three step-daughters, Mrs. Jerry (Marilyn) MUSTAIN, Otis, Colo.; Mrs. Sam (Peggy) FISHER, Lakevile, and Mrs. Steve (Brenda) CLARK, Plymouth; two step-sos, Larry and Kathy SNYDER and Ronald SNYDER, both of Plymouth; six step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and three brothers, Forrest [PFEIFFER], Rochester; Willis [PFEIFFER], Silver Lake, and Richard [PFEIFFER], Teegarden.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Monday at Johnson=Danielso Funeral Home, Plymouth, with the Rev. Bill HUFFER officiating. Burial will be in the New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Military Graveside rites will be conducted by the VFW. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday. Memorials may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene.

William R. McHenry

June 25, 1913 - April 26, 1996

William R. McHENRY, 82, 717 Maple Lane, Brownsburg, died at 6:30 a.m. Friday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born in Denver to Albert Ross and Oatie ROBBINS McHENRY. On April 6, 1936 at South Bend he married Martha J. GREEN, who survives.

He was a conductor for the C&O Railroad. He retired in 1972 after 30 years of service. He was a member of the United Methodist Church and a 50-year member of the Mexico Masonic Lodge.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Jane E. MOON, Greenwood; one son, Jack D. [McHENRY], Brownsburg; three granddaughters, Angela, Carmen and Sara [McHENRY], all of Brownsburg; one sister, Pauline BRANDT, Indianapolis, and one brother, Rex [McHENRY], Peru. Preceding in death were his parents, one daughter, Bonnie Jean [McHENRY], and one sister, Beulah AULT.

Masonic services will be at 2 p.m Monday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Mark METZ, officiating. Burial will be in the Westlawn Cemetery, Denver. Friends may call after 11 a.m. Monday.

Monday, April 29, 1996

Thelma Dague

Jan. 22, 1910 - April 28, 1996

Thelma DAGUE, 86, Kewanna, died at 5:51 a.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Cass County to Claude and Bertha (GUY) HAMMON. She married Harold MARSHALL June 24, 1929 in Logansport. He died in 1957. She later married Ivan M. “Ike” DAGUE March 17, 1960 in Bethlehem Township, Cass County. He preceded her in death April 8, 1993.

She was actively involved with her husband in dairy farming until their retirement. She was a member of the Fletcher’s Lake United Methodist Church where she was past treasurer. She was a member of the Fletcher’s Lake United Methodist Church Women.

Surviving are two sisters, Betty HOFF, Lucerne and Dorothy DAGUE, Kewanna; one brother, Edgar HAMMON, Jacksonville, Fla.; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one sister, Helen PASCHEN; and two brothers, Don and Ralph HAMMON.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home in Fulton with the Rev David SOMMERS officiating. Burial will be in the Metea Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home

Memorials may be left to the Fletcher’s Lake United Methodist Church.

Clara A. Nichols

July 18, 1916 - April 27, 1996

Clara Alice NICHOLS, 79, died at 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Miller Merry Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

She was born in Fulton County to Arthur and Theresa FISH CASLOW. She married Lowell NICHOLS. He preceded her in death May 26, 1967.

She had been a resident of Argos since coming there from Detroit, Mich. in 1977. She retired from Nabisco Corp in Detroit in 1977. She was a member of the Argos United Methodist Church.

Surviving are two nieces, Pat HISSONG, Argos, Donna REICHARD, Bourbon; one nephew, Michael CASLOW, Donaldson; several great-nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Donald CASLOW. He died in 1989.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Grossman Funeral Home in Argos with the Rev. Robin SMITH officiating. Burial will be in the Summit Chapel Cemetery in Bourbon. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today or after 9 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Argos Emergency Medical Service.

Estel E. Champ

Jan. 18, 1914 - April 28, 1996

Estel E. CHAMP, 82, Kewanna died at 3:16 a.m. Sunday at Memorial Hospital in Logansport.

He was born in Henry Township to Clyde and Osa (ENYART) CHAMP. He married Anna R. GAULT April 15, 1934 in Liberty Township. She survives.

He was a retired farmer and owned a backhoe service. He was a life long member of the former Olive Branch Church. He attended the Fulton Wesleyan Church. He was a member of the Grass Creek Lions Club and the Wayne Township Advisory Board.

Also surviving are two daughters, Shirley HULTS, St. Louis, Mo. Carol HAIMBAUGH, Rochester; one son, Gary A. CHAMP, Fulton; eight grandchildren; [nine great-grandchildren]; one sister, Audra BROWN, Kewanna.

He was preceded in death by two infant brothers.

Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home in Fulton with the Revs. Don REED and George TROYERS officiating. Burial will be in the Bethlehem Cemetery near Twelve Mile. Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be left to Fulton Wesleyan Church.

Roscoe H. Sowers

Feb. 3, 1903 - April 27, 1996

Roscoe H. SOWERS, 93, Granger, died at 6:05 p.m Saturday at his residence.

He was born in Miami County to Simon ad Emma (ZARTMAN) PETER. He married Eve M. SOWERS (ZIMMER) Aug 8, 1928 in Moorehead, Minn. She preceded him in death Oct. 26, 1987.

He was retired from Sowers Shell Service after working 45 years.

Surviving are two daughters, Beatrice ANSBAUGH, Granger and Helen RUDDELL, Henderson, Ky.; five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.

Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Zion United Christian Church in South Bend with the Rev. Al HOHL officiating. Burial will be in St Joseph Valley Memorial Park. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday.

Memorials may be left to Zion United Christian Church.

Tuesday, April 30, 1996

Mildred A. Goheen

Mildred A. GOHEEN, 80, Argos, died at 5:40 p.m. Monday at Miller Merry Manor Nursing Home in Culver.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Clyde Nettrouer

April 21, 1902 - April 29, 1996

Clyde “Shorty” NETTROUER, 94, Warsaw, died at 11:55 a.m. Monday at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw.

He was born in Nappanee to Frank and Mary Jane (HOUSOUR) NETTROUER. He married Elsie DOUGLASS Dec. 29, 1919. She preceded him in death in 1987.

He lived in Kosciusko County most of his life He was a member of the Harrison Center Church.

Surviving are two daughters, Frances BESSON and Lillian MEREDITH, both of Warsaw; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two daughters, Beulah ANDERSON and Shirley CHURCH; two sisters, Sadie BROCK and Mae JUSTUS; and one brother, Lawrence NETTROUER.

Services are 10:30 am Wednesday at King Memorial Home in Mentone with the Revs. Robert KLATT ad Dennis BOLLENBACHER officiating. Burial will be in the Harrison Center Cemetery in Etna Green. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Memorials may be left to the church of your choice.

Harvey Johnson

July 4, 1923 - Aril 29, 1996

Harvey JOHNSON, 72, Evansville, died at 9 a.m. Monday at Welborn Baptist Hospital in Evansville.

He was married to his wife Edith [JOHNSON] for 53 years. She survives.

He was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Reed Masonic Lodge No. 316, Scottish Rite, and Hadi Shrine. He served on the board of directors for the Salvation Army. He was a self-employed paint contractor for 35 years and served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II.

Surviving are one son, Terry JOHNSON, Salisbury, N.C.; three grandsons, Jeremy and Nathan JOHNSON, Evansville, and Andrew JOHNSON, Salisbury, N.C.; one sister, Doris DAWSON, Rochester; and one brother, Paul JOHNSON, Evansville.

Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Alexander East Chapel with the Revs. John C. BEATTY and Dr. James T. HEADY officiating Burial will be in the Alexander Memorial Park, Evansville. Visitation is 3-7 p.m today at the Alexander East Chapel.

Memorials may vbe left to the Salvation Army in lieu of flowers.

Wednesday, May 1, 1996

Charles Bailey

Charles “Cliff” BAILEY, 79, Argos, died at 6:45 p.m Tuesday at Huntington Memorial HospitaL.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home in Argos.

Janiece Thompson

Janiece THOMPSON, 62, Lorida, Fla., formerly of Argos and Plymouth, died at noon Tuesday at Highlands Regional Medical Center, Sebring, Fla.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home in Argos.

Mildred A. Goheen

Dec. 8, 1913 - April 29, 1998

Mildred A. GOHEEN, 82, died at 5:40 p.m. Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Culver.

She was born in Fulton County, northwest of Rochester, to Albert and Ethel (NEWCOMB) McGRIFF. She married Charles R. GOHEEN. He survives.

She was a homemaker who lived in Argos most of her life. She was a member of the Santa Anna United Methodist Church and Maxinkuckee Rebekahs Lodge No. 844.

Surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Karen Sue and Sonjia GOHEEN; two sisters, Florence GIBBONS and Leone ABBOTT; three brothers, Roy, Ray and Orville McGRIFF.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Grossman Funeral Home in Argos with the Rev. Warren WALMER officiating. Burial will be in the Washington Cemetery in Culver. Visitation is after 9 a.m. Thursday to one hour before services.

Thursday, May 2, 1996

Charles C. Bailey

Sept. 16, 1916 - April 30, 1996

Charles C. “Cliff” BAILEY, 79, Argos, died at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday at Huntington Memorial Hospital.

He was born in Fulton to Charles N. and Flossie V. (ENYART) BAILEY. He married Ruth SWIHART. She preceded him in death. He then married Ruth TEETER. She preceded him in death on May 19, 1984. He married Elizabeth “Betty” (MORRIS) WALLACE. She survives.

He had lived in Argos since 1962 He was employed with Bendix Corporation in South Bend until he retired in 1982. He worked with the railroad for several years and was a farmer. He also operated Marl Hauling Business and was the former owner of a grocery store in Tippecanoe.

Surviving are one daughter, Julia DEAN, Tippecanoe; two sons, Fred BAILEY, San Clament, Doug BAILEY, Mishawaka; ;three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; four step-daughters, Darlene BARCUS, Argo, Catherine M. WILSON, Argos, Pamela S. CASEY, Bass Lake, Sheri BECKER, Warsaw; four step-sos, John W. WALLACE, Tippecanoe, David F. WALLACE, Bourbon, Jessie J. WALLACE, Leiters Ford, Donald L. WALLACE, Leiters Ford; ten step-grandchldren; one sister, Isabell MOULTON, Denver; one step-brother, Bernie BAILEY, South Bend.

He was preceded in death by one grandson, Wesley BAILEY; and two brothers, Clayson and Howard BAILEY.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home in Argos with the Rev. Robert MACE officiating. Burial will be in the Walnut Brethren Cemetery, Argos. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. Friday until one hour before services.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimers Association.

Calvin L. Green

Aug. 23, 1925 - May 2, 1996

Calvin L. GREEN, 70, Rochester, died at 2:02 a.m. today at St. Joseph Medical Center in South Bend.

He was born in Newcastle Township to Rudy and Mable (SPURLOCK) GREEN. He married Eva B. MATHEWS Dec. 29, 1943. She survives.

He spent his entire life in the Rochester community. He was a mechanic for 23 years with the Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealership in Logansport and the former Hartman Motors and Schnarel Motors in Rochester. He was also a self-employed carpenter.

He was a member of the Tiosa First Brethren Church. He was a member of the Talma-Newcastle Lions Club and served as a township trustee for Newcastle Township for nine years.

Surviving are two daughters, Sandra ETTINGER, Rochester, Judy DUNCAN, Rochester; three sons, Gary GREEN, Rochester; Barry GREEN, Rochester; John GREEN, Rochester; sixteen grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; one sister, Marietta SCOTT, Rochester; one brother, Robert GREEN, Rochester; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one great-grandson, Garrett WAGONER and one son-in-law, Keith WHITE.

Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at the First Brethren Church in Tiosa with the Rev. Gerald ZOOK officiatng. Burial will be in Reichter Cemetery northeast of Rochester. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the church prior to services.

Memorials may be left to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Foster & Good Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.

Friday, May 3, 1996

Maralee Reed

The state fire marshal’s office has been called to help investigate a mobile home fire that claimed the life of a Fulton County woman Thursday afternoon.

Maralee REED, 47, died at the scene of the fire that destroyed her South Mud Lake home near County Road 325 East.

Macy firefighters were called to the scene at 4:05 p.m. and later requested assistance from Liberty Township firefighters. Police were called at 4:22 p.m. The county coroner and the state fire marshal’s office were called to help with the investigation.

The cause of the fire is undetermined.

Police say Reed was the only one home when the fire broke out. Her husband, Edward [REED], had gone to work.

Police say Mrs. Reed had a physical handicap which may have prevented her from getting out of the mobile home. An autopsy is expected.

Police say the mobile home burned down to the frame and is a total loss.

The fire is believed to have started in the center of the home. Mrs. Reed’s body was found near the east end of the trailer.

Lowell Lechrone

Lowell LELCHRONE, 84, Claypool, died at 5:27 a.m. today at Mason’s Health Care Facility in Warsaw. Arrengements are pending at King Memorial Home in Mentone.

Janiece J. Thompson

Sept. 13, 1933 - April 30, 1996

Janiece J. THOMPSON, 62, Argos and Lorida, Fla., died at noon Tuesday at Highland Regional Medical Center in Sebring, Fla.

She was born in Monterey to William and LaVerne (SMITH) CRIST. Her father preceded her in death in 1966. She married Eldon A. THOMPSON June 15, 1968 in Macon, Ga. He survives.

She was a homemaker and a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Plymouth, the Argos American Legion Auxiliary and the VFW Manitou Post Auxiliary, Rochester.

Surviving with her husband are her mother, LaVerne CRIST, Plymouth; three daughters, Karen KALITA, Fort Wayne, Katrina BAILEY, Argos, Laura YOUNG, West Lafayette; one son, Roger THOMPSON, Morgan City, La.; twelve grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three sisters, Phyllis THADEN, Flushing, Mich., Donna GUY, Warsaw, Wilma ROSS, Hutchinson, Minn.

She was preceded in death by one son, Dan SULLIVAN in 1966, and one great-granddaughter, Courtney HIBNER.

Services are 2 p.m Sunday at Grossman Funeral Home in Argos with the Rev. Douglas FRITZEL officiating. Burial will be in the New Oak Hill Cemetery in Plymouth. Visitation is 3-8 p.m Saturday and Sunday up to one hour before services.

Eldon H. Kirby

- - - - - -, 1924 - May 1, 1996

Eldon Houston KIRBY, 72, died Wednesday at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Miss.

He married Candace KIRBY in 1971. She survives.

He was a native of Wabash where he lived most of his life. He was retired from General Tire and Rubber Company after 35 years. He was a Tupelo resident for the last six years.

Surviving are his wife; three daughters, Marguette Ann GOUVAN, Wabash, Jean GREGORY and Sandy MEHRING, both of Rochester; two sons, Jack KIRBY and Mike KIRBY, both of Pontotoe, Miss.; ten grandchildren; one sister, Arline METZGER, Peru; two brothers, Everette KIRBY and James KIRBY, both of Wabash.

He was preceded in death by one sister, Martha BOYER and two sons, Kenneth KIRBY and Wayne KIRBY.

Graveside services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Macedonia Cemetery near Tupelo with the Rev. Kerry NELSON officiating. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at McGrath-Rasberry Funeral Home in Tupelo.

Thelma Kanouse

Thelma KANOUSE, 85, Rochester, died at 2:35 a.m. today at the Rochester Health Care Center Nursing Home. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home in Rochester.

Saturday, May 4, 1996

Thelma C. Kanouse

March 21, 1911 - May 3, 1996

Services for Thelma C. KANOUSE, 85, 5277 North 200 West, will be at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

The Rev. David MILLS will officiate. Burial will be in the Richland Center I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Saturday and one hour before services Sunday.

Mrs. Kanouse died at 2:35 a.m. Friday at Rochester Health Care Center. She had been in failing health for five years.

She was born in Richland Township to Milo and Effie OVERMYER MEEHLING On June 19, 1932 in South Bend she married Dean KANOUSE who died in February 1939. She lived her entire life in Richland Township. She was a homemaker and member of the Richland Center United Methodist Church. She was a past Noble Grand and member of the Naomi Rebekah Lodge and a Gray Lady at Woodlawn Hospital.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Bob (Jean) STOUT, Akron, and Mrs. Rex (Joan) BOWEN, Rochester; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Preceding in death, with her husband, was one sister who died in infancy.

Memorials may be made to the Richland Center United Methodist Church.

Lowell Leckrone

July 24, 1911 - May 3, 1996

Services for Lowell LECKRONE, 84, 9369 South 750 West, Claypool, will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at King Memoril Home, Mentone.

The Rev. Greg RITTENHOUSE will officiate. Burial will be in the Palestine Cemetery. Friends may call from 3-8 p.m. Sunday.

Mr. Leckrone died at 5:27 a.m. Friday at Mason Health Care Facility, Warsaw. He was born in San Dimas, Calif., to Irvin and Rosa METZGER LECKRONE. On April 19, 1934 he married Catherine ALEXANDER, who survives.

He was a 1930 graduate of Sidney High School. He lived most of his life in the area. He was a farmer and worked for Occidental Petroleum Corp., Burket.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Patti JOHNSON, Bloomington; Barbara DICKEY, Claypool, and Beverly ZOLMAN, Warsaw; nine grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren, and one sister, Donna DEAN, Warsaw. Preceding in death are one son, Archie [LECKRONE], two sisters, Iona SAUSAMAN and Chrlotte LECKRONE, and one brother, Joe [LECKRONE].

Maralee A. Reed

June 13, 1949 - May 2, 1996

Maralee A REED, 48, 750 South 320 East, Macy, died at 3:45 p.m. Thursday at her residence.

She was born in Rochester to Robert R. and Marvella SWANGO McKINNEY She was married to Larry EHLINGER. On April 8, 1984 in Rochester she married Edward Dale REED, who survives. She was a homemaker and member of House of Faith Church, Mexico.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Christine EHLINGER, Rochester, and Mrs. Wayne (Chantel) SCHLUTTENHOFER, Boswell; one son, Marty EHLINGER, Macy; five gradchildren; four step-sisters, Jean ZELESKO, Columbia City; Sally SOUDER, St. Louis, Mo.; Lana HENDRY, Columbia City, and Vicki ADAMS, Larwill; two brothers, Robert R. McKINNEY, Rochester, and Randy L. and Jenny McKINNEY, Macy, and two half-brothers, Raymond and Steve EASTERDAY, both of Rochester.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call one hour before services.

Monday, May 6, 1996

Burl Ford

Burl FORD, 72, Rochester, died at 4:40 p.m. Sunday at LIfe Care Center of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home in Rochester.

Margaret Long Thompson

Oct. 12, 1909 - April 25, 1996

Margaret LONG THOMSON, 86, died April 25 in Norman, Okla., following a battle with cancer.

She was born in Tulsa, Okla. to George D. and Mary Elizabeth CARNEY. She married Howard R. LONG in 1931. He preceded her in death in 1988. She married Roy THOMPSON in 1991. He preceded her in death May, 1995.

She lived in Rochester from 1948 to 1954.

Surviving are a daughter, Nancy LONG BEARSS, Naples, Fla., one son, Joseph C. LONG and his wife Meg, Norman, Okla.; one step-daughter, Mona BARRINGER; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were conducted April 28 at the Memorial Presbyterian Church in Norman, Okla.

Tuesday, May 7, 1996

Charles A. Rouch

July 22, 1907 - May 6, 1996

Charles A. ROUCH, 88, died at 6:05 p.m. at Suwannee Hospital in Live Oak, Fla.

He was born in Fulton County to Rufus Scott ad Gustava (SPOTS) ROUCH. He married Ruth Mae GREGORY July 1, 1934. She died Dec. 16, 1986.

He was a lifelong Fulton County reesident. He was a retired farmer and gas station attendant.

Surviving are two sons, Merle ROUCH, White Springs, Fla., Paul ROUCH, Peru; four grandchildren; eight great-gradchildren; one great-great-grandson; one sister, Arlene INGELLS, Milford.

He was preceded in death by his wife and one infant son, Earl [ROUCH].

Services are 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Fulton Wesleyan Church with the Rev. George TROYER officiating. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery northwest of Fulton. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday and after 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home in Fulton.

Memorials may be left to the Fulton Wesleyan Church.

Ruby G. Reinholt

May 15, 1914 - May 6, 1996

Ruby Grace REINHOLT, 81, Leiters Ford, died at 7 p.m. Monday at her residence.

She was born in Starke County to Robert and Edna (SELLERS) BEAUCHAMP. She married Donald Edward REINHOLT. He preceded her in death in 1952. She later married Paul Herman STAYTON, who died in 1965.

She was a homemaker and member of the Leiters Ford Methodist Church.

Surviving are four sons, Donald REINHOLT, Warsaw, Ronald REINHOLT, Leiters Ford, Stanley REINHOLT, Culver, Jack REINHOLT, Plymouth; [one daughter, Barbara HISSONG, Leiters Ford]; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-two great-grandchildren; one sister, Audry HOPPLE, Winamac; one brother, Elden BEAUCHAMP, Monterey. Preceding in death were her parents and seven brothers and sisters

Services are 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home in Rochester with the Rev. Dorothy JONES officiating. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Monterey. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday ad Thursday up to one hour vbefore services at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Pulaski Memorial Hospice or the Leiters Ford United Methodist Church.

Charles Hinson

Dec. 9, 1923 - May 6, 1996

Charles HINSON, 72, died at 5 p.m. Monday at his home.

He was born in Roann County, N.C., to Jack and Essie (BROWN) HINSON. He married Lula Marie LOVELY July 23, 1948. She survives.

He was a union carpenter and millwright until retiring in 1983. He was a member of the Whippoorwill Community Church, U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, the Disabled American Veterans and the Peru local of the Carpenters Union.

Surviving are his wife; five daughters, Darlene HINSON, Rocheter, Penny KIGGINS, Rochester, Patty JOHNSON, Rochester, Bonnie NORMAN, Rochester, Brenda HINSON, Rochester; two sons, Charles Douglas [HINSON], Rensselaer, C. William [HINSON], Dayton, Ohio; twenty grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with the Rev. Brian SEWELL officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour before services Thursday [at the funeral home]..

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Society.

Wednesday, May 8, 1996

Burl Ford

Sept. 8, 1923 - May 5, 1996

Burl FORD, 72, Rochester, died at 4:40 p.m. Sunday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

He was born in Marion County, W. Va. to Silas P. and Minnie Dail (WELCH) FORD. He married Verna “Betty” COOK Oct. 13, 1951 in Kokomo. She preceded him in death May 5, 1993.

He was a Rochesrtr resident for 26 years after coming here from Kokomo. He retired from the Dirilyte Line, Inc., May 1, 1986. He served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theater in World War II. He separated from the service in 1945.

Surviving are one niece, Rebecca EDGELL, Shinnston, W. Va.; one nephew, Douglas WILLIAMSON, Shinnston, W. Va.; one sister, Mrs. Ted BLARE, Akron, Ohio; three brothers, Paul, Herbert and Richard FORD, all of Fairmount, W. Va.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Minnie VANDERGRIFT and Mildred EDGELL; and two half-brothers, Harry and Fred BORING.

Graveside services were 11 a.m. today at Citizens Cemetery with the Rev. Jeff TAYLOR officiating.

Leonard J. Staldine

May 15, 1931 - May 7, 1996

Leonard J. “Lennie” STALDINE, 64, South Bend, died at 6:53 a.m. Tuesday at his residence.

He was born in Chicago, Ill., to Edward and Anna (VANDEREIT) STALDINE. He married Marilyn BUSSERT Sept. 24, 1950. She survives.

He had lived in the Talma area since 1937. He was in retail sales for more than 40 years in South Bend. He retired in 1990. He was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Planned Parenthood of Northern Indiana, the Elks Lodge, and the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers.

Also surviving are two sons, Rick [STALDINE] of Gillette, Wyo. and Barry L. [STALDINE] of Pendleton; three grandchildren; one sister Joyce MORGAN, Goreville, Ill., [one sister-in-law, Norma L. ROBINS; one brother-in-law, Everett “Abe” ROBINS; and nieces and naphews].

Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the Forest G. Hay Funeral Home in South Bend with the Rev. Larry RAY officiating. Burial will be in Southlawn Cemetery. Visitation is 4:30-8:30 p.m Friday at the funeral home, 1201 S. Michigan St.

Memorials may be left to the American Cancer Society.

Thursday, May 9, 1996

Robert O. Sponseller

Dec. 26, 1920 - May 8, 1996

Robert O. SPONSELLER, 75, Warsaw, died at 9:50 a.m. Wednesday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born in Kosciusko County to Vern and Ruby (BITTING) SPONSELLER. He married Ruth HAWLEY Jan. 15, 1946. She survives.

He was a lifetime resident of the Etna Green and Atwood areas. He graduated from Etna Green High School in 1939. He was a member of the Etna Green United Methodist Church. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the U.S. Army from 1942-45.

Surviving are his wife; four sons, Richard, Steven and Bryan [SPONSELLER] of Atwood and Gary [SPONSELLER], Etna Green; nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Etna Green United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dennis BOLLENBACHER officiating. Burial will be in Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Friday at King Memorial Home and Saturday until one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorials may be left to Etna Green United Mthodist Church.

Delores V. Creakbaum

Delores V. CREAKBAUM, 88, Mooresville, died at 9:40 p.m. Wednesday at Morgan County Hospital in Martinsville.

She was a former resident of the Mentone-Warsaw area. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home in Akron.

Friday, May 10, 1996

Delores V. Creakbaum

May 20, 1907 - May 8, 1996

Delores Viola CREAKBAUM, 88, Mooresville, died at 9:40 p.m. Wednesday at Morgan County Hospital in Martinsville.

She was born in Peru to Michael and Marie (HALL) CONFER. She married Paul CREAKBAUM who died in September, 1980.

She lived in the Mentone-Warsaw area for more than 60 years. She was a member of the Mentone United Methodist Church.

Surviving are two daughters, Doreatha MEYERS, Danville, and Diana LYTER, Evergreen, Colo.; ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Juanita JANCHOWSHI, Grand Rapids, Mich.

She was preceded in death by her husband; one daughter, Doris SMITH and one brother, Donnie CREAKBAUM.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at King Memorial Home in Mentone with the Rev. Greg RITTENHOUSE officiating. Burial will be in Nichols Cemetery north of Akron. Visitation is 2-5 p.m Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be left to the Mentone United Methodist Church.

Francis W. Crispen

Feb. 22, 1910 - May 10, 1996

Francis W. CRISPEN, 86, Macy, died at 4:40 a.m. at his residence.

He was born in Fulton County to Albert L. and Edith Pearl (DAY) CRISPEN. He married Burnice Thursia ENYART Aug. 17, 1932. She survives.

Surviving are his wife; two sons [and daughters-in-law], Frederick Dean and Ramona and Benjamin Joe and Jeanine [CRISPEN], both of Macy; one daughter-in-law, Ann CRISPEN MILLER, Rochester; twelve grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; [one step-great-grdson]; one sister, Mary Lee COPLEN, Rochester; one brother, Robert [CRISPEN], Twelve Mile.

He was preceded in death by one son, Francis Lee [CRISPEN]; one great-grandson, Landon FELTS; two sisters, Ruch TABLER and Ida BREWER.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home in Rochester with the Rev. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Sunday and after 9 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be left to the organization of your choice.

Donald W. Troutman

Sept. 23, 1918 - May 9, 1996

Donald W. TROUTMAN, 77, Kewanna, died at 10:48 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in South Bend.

He was born in Rochester to Olvyn and Mabel (GARMAN) TROUTMAN. He married Violet HOLLIS March 16, 1947. She survives.

He graduated Kewanna High School as valedictorian in 1936. He was a retired farmer. He was a member of the Church of Christ in Kewanna where he was past treasurer, Sunday school teacher, deacon and sang in the choir. He was a lifetime member of the Kewanna VFW, American Legion and a Rochester member of IU Hoosier 100. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II in the South Pacific.

Surviving are his wife; one son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Thomas and Joy TROUTMAN, Rochester; one foster-son, Robert HURLEY, Indianapolis; four grandchildren; one sister, Phyllis BUSKIRK, Logansport; one step-sister, Frances McKEE, South Bend; two step-brothers, Arvin GILLESPIE, Fort Wayne, Norman GILLESPIE, Deerfield, Ohio; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one brother and his step-father, Van Tuyl GILLESPIE.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Church of Christ in Kewanna with the Rev. Clifford GANO officiting. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery. There will be military graveside services. Visitation is 4-8 p.m Sunday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home and Monday up to one hour before services at the church.

Memorials may be left to the Church of Christ in Kewanna.

Saturday, May 11, 1996

[no obits]

Monday, May 13, 1996

Arma L. Eckert

Jan. 15, 1911 - May 11, 1996

Arma L. ECKERT, 85, Flora, did at 11:15 a.m. Saturday at Brethren Health Care, Flora.

She was born in Frenchburg, Ky. to Lewis and Eula (PHELPS) RATLIFF. She married Ray O. ECKERT Oct. 14, 1933. He preceded her in death April 13, 1973.

She was a resident of the Mentone area, moving away in 1991. She was a cook at Teel’s Restaurant in Mentone. She was a member of Cooks Chapel and Mentone Home Extension Club.

Surviving are one daughter, Sandra SIMPSN, Flora; five grandchildren; one great-great-grancchild; one sister, Mabel MOORE, Coldwater, Mich.

She was preceded in death by one son Duane [ECKERT] in 1988; two sisters, Edna SHOEMAKER and Ruth VanLUE; one brother, Woodford [RATLIFF].

Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at King Memorial Home with the Rev. Marvin LOWMAN officiatng. Burial will be Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials may be left to Alzheimer’s research.

Jack E. Weaver

July 14, 1927 - May 11, 1996

Jack Edward WEAVER, 68, died at 5:01 a.m. Saturay at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, Ga.

He was born in Lapel to Russell Jack and Mary Marie (ESTES) WEAVER. He married Dorothy HUNNESHAGEN March 19, 1955 in Kokomo. She survives.

He was a retired attorney. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and served in World War II.

Surviving are one daughter, Susan NUEHRING, Avondale Estates, Ga.; three sons,Doug [WEAVER], Bedford, Mass., Andy [WEAVER], Greentown, Rusty [WEAVER], Delray Beach, Fla.; three grandchildren; one sister, Elaine COLLINS, Walton.

He was preceded in death by one daughter.

Memorial services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Ellers Mortuary, 3400 S. Webster St., Kokomo with the Rev. Frank KILCLINE officiating.

Memorials may be left in lieu of flowers to Children’s Wish Foundation International, 8615 Roswell Red., Atlanta, Ga. 30350.

Tuesday, May 14, 1996

[no obits]

Wednesday, May 15, 1996

Dr. Arthur A. Heltzel

Mar. 18, 1913 - May 11, 1996

Dr. Arthur A. HELTZEL, 83, Nashville, Tenn., died at 5:37 a.m. Saturday at Vanderbilt Medical Center.

He was born in Akron to the later Elmer A. and Lillian DAWSON HELTZEL.

He was a Hopkinsville, Ky, dentist for 50 years and a member of the First United Methodst Church for 48 years. He served as an Army captain during World War II. He was a member and past presdent of the Lions Club and a member of the Kentucky Dental Association.

Surviving are his wife, Verna H HELTEL, Hopkinsville; a son, Duane H. HELTZEL, Hopkinsville; two daughters, Deanna STAPLES and Dr. Janine DAVIE, both of Hopkinsville; two brothers, Marvin L. HELTZEL, Fort Pierce, Fla., and Gordon E. HELTZEL, Rochester; two sisters, Amy H. SISULAK, Riverside, Ill., and Ethel H. MILLER, Logansport; and six grandchildren.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at First United Methodist Church, with the Revs. Thomas W. EBLEN and Ken HUGHES and Stuart SISULAK officiating. Burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery.

Memorials may either be made to the American Heart Association or the First United Methodist Church choir fund.

Manford Wood

Manford WOOD, 80, formerly of Talma, died at 9:20 a.m today at Rochester Health Care Center. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Hoe in Mentons.

Thursday, May 16, 1996

Betty M. Kizer

June 23, 1923 - March 16, 1996

Betty Marie MOORE KIZER, 72, formerly of Rochester, died today in Eustis, Fla.

She was born in Rochester to Russell D. and Pauline BRIGHT MOORE. In 1966 she married Myron Dean KIZER in Homestead, Fla. She lived in Rochester for 42 years before moving to Florida. She was a member of the First Church of God in Rochester and Homestead, Fla. She is a retired nurse.

Preceding her in death are two sisters, Gwendolyn MOORE WARREN and Annabelle MOORE MATHEWS.

Surviving are her huband, Myron Dean KIZER, Homestead, Fla.; three children, Linda NIX PERDUE, Indianapolis; David Patrick NIX, Houston, Texas and step-son Stephen KIZER, Sunnyvale, Calif; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Graveside services will be at the Mentone Cemetery, Mentone, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating A memorial service will be held May 18 at 11 a.m. at the First Church of God, Rochester.

Manford C. Wood

Sept. 19, 1915 - May 15, 1996

Manford C. WOOD, 80, Rochester, died at 9:20 a.m. Wednesday at the Rochester Health Care Center.

He was born in Dubuque, Iowa to Manford Evelson and Ethel Jane WYDMYER WOOD. He married Edna VANDERMARK in 1952 in Plymouth. He worked as truck driver and was a member of the Riverside Church and the Mentone Nutrition Site.

Preceding him was his wife, Edna VANDERMARK in 1990; four brothers, Paul, Ralph, Claude and Lester [WOOD]; two sisters, Maude and Francis [WOOD]; and a step-grandson, Terry Glen WOOD.

Surviving are two step-daughters, Shirley WOOD GREEN, Pierceton; Lestina WOOD HOWARD, Pierceton; four brothers, Clifford WOOD, Fa., and George, Floyd and Orville [WOOD], all of Waraw; one sister, Garnet KREBS, Warsaw; seven step-grandchildren; and several step-great-grandchildren.

Services will be held 7 p.m May 17 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Viewing will be May 17 from 5-7 p.m. at King Memorial Home with Pastor Rodney RUBERG officiting. Burial will be at the Mentone Cemetery, Mentone.

Josephine Carter

Jan. 12, 1910 - March 12, 1996

Josephine KIZER CARTER, 86, Vero Beach, Fla., died March 12, at Indian River Memorial Hospital, Vero Beach, Fla.

She was born in Mentone to Myron Dean ad Cloe BOGGS KIZER. She married Jennings D. CARTER in 1935 in St. Louis, Mo. She worked as a secretary.

Surviving are her husband Jennings D. CARTER, Evansville and one brother, Myron D. KIZER.

Services will be at Mentone Cemetery, Mentone, a 10:30 a.m. Tuesday with the Eev. Greg RITTENHOUSE officiating.

Margaret K. Wisley

Aug. 16, 1919 - May 15, 1996

Margaret K. WISLEY, 76, Rochester, died at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at St Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis

She was born in Topeka, Kan., to William Russell and Hazel (KERCHOFF) WARWICK She married Ernest “Bill” WISLEY Oct. 29, 1940. He survives in Lafayette.

A vice-president of Rochester’s First Federal Savings Bank, she retired after 18 years of service.

She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church; a former Welcome Wagon representative; and was a member of Psi Iota Xi sorority.

Surviving are her husband; one daughter, Jayne HAGUE, Carmel; one son, Michael L. and Mary [WISLEY], Naperville, Ill.; nine grandchildren; one brother, William and Alberta WARWICK, Lafayette; several nieces and nephews.

Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. John ZAHN officiating. Burial will be in St Boniface Cemetery, Lafayette. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home in Rochester. There will be a prayer vigil at 8 p.m. Friday.

Memorials may be left to the Heart Fund.

Friday, May 17, 1996

John E. Ellsworth

Sept. 6, 1915 - May 17, 1996

John E. ELLSWORTH, 80, Mentone, died today at 12:16 a.m. at Mason Health Care Center, Warsaw.

He was born in Mentone to Lott David and Sarah JOHNSON ELLSWORTH. He married Martha REICHET in 1938. She survives. He was a lifetime resident of Mentone. He worked as a machinist for Gatke in Warsaw. A World War II veteran, he belonged to the American Legion.

Preceding him in death are two sisters, Betty FLORY and Marie WORKMAN; and one grandson, Michael LEEPER.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter Cynthia LEEPER, Bremen; one granddaughter, Monica LEEPER, Indianapolis; three sisters, Alice DANNER, Bourbon, Mary SARBER, Warsaw, and Leota REINHOLTZ, Mishawaka.

Services will be at 2 p.m Sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Revs. Greg RITTENHOUSE and T.R. JONES officiating. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. on Saturday. Burial will be at the Mentone Cemetery, Mentone.

Elizabeth A. Rayburn

Dec. 9, 1924 - May 15, 1996

Elizabeth Ann DeHAHN RAYBURN, 72, Lafayette, died Wednesday at Winona Hospital, Indianapolis.

She was born in Lafayette to Rudolph and Irene DeHAHN. She married Robert Lee RAYBURN in 1944. He survives.

She worked at Lafayette Life Insurance Comapny for many years.

Surviving with her husband are one son, David RAYBURN, Lafayette; two sisters, Mrs. Cecil PLATT, Rochester; and Mrs. William HOLLERMAN, Rensselaer, formerly of Rochester.

Services will be at Saint Boniface Catholic Church, 9th Street, Lafayette, at 10 a.m. Saturday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today. Burial will be at the Saint Boniface Cemetery, Lafayette.

Saturday, May 18, 1996

[no obits]

Monday, May 20, 1996

Jessie L. Armstrong

Aug. 11, 1926 - May 18, 1996

Jessie L. ARMSTRONG, 69, Mexico, Ind., died at 5 a.m. Saturday at her residence.

Born in Fulton County to Carl and Ruth AULT ALDERFR, she married William H. ARMSTRONG in 1948. He survives. She was a homemaker and member of the Jefferson Town and Country Home Extension Club and the Mexico Baptist Church Missionary Society.

Preceding her in death are her parents; one granddaughter, Kimberly Kay ARMSTRONG; and two brothers, Lloyd and Fred ALDERFER.

Surviving are daughter Ann CLARK, Peru, and son Eugene ARMSTRONG, Denver; three sisters, Ruby THOMPSON and Mary BRUCE both of Mentone, Phyllis SCHUSTER, LaPorte; six brothers, Earl ALDERFER, Fort Wayne, Myron ALDERFER, Rochester, Clyde ALDERFER, Mentone, Wayne ALDERFER, Cromwell, Howard ALDERFER, Warsaw, and Merle ALDERFER, Laketon; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Mexico Baptist Church with Rev. Bobby DAVIS officiating. Burial will be at the Greenlawn CEmetery, Mexico. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m Monday at the McClain Funeral Home and from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

Jay H. McAlister

July 23, 1961 - May 17, 1996

Jay H. McALISTER, 34, Akron, died at 11 p.m Friday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born in Peru to Harold and Nadine RIFE McALISTER. In 1981 he married Angela OLIBA in Chili. He worked for Dalton Foundry, Warsaw. He was a member of the Akron Church of God and the United Steel Workers Union. He was a 1979 graduate of North Miami High School.

Surviving him are his wife, Angela McALISTER; his parents, Harold and Nadine McALISTER, Chili; children, Cameron and Julia McALISTER; one brother Guy McALISTER, and one sister Jeannine TOWNSEND, Gulfport, Miss.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Roann Chapel Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home, Roann, with Pastor James MALBONE officiating.

Burial will be in the Chili Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m Monday at the funeral home.

Roy E. Meredith

April 29, 1906 - May 18, 1996

Roy E. MEREDITH, 90, formerly of Akron, died at 8:10 p.m Friday at the LaPorte Hospital, LaPorte.

He was born in Kosciusko County to Elmer Earl ad Bertha LAIRD MEREDITH. In 1933 he married Evelyn BLESCH She survives. He was an education administrator, teacher and principal in Rossville, Illinois He was a teacher and principal for 20 years at Akron High School. He was also assistant superintendent at Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation for eight years. He was a member of the Mentone Church of Christ He was a charter member of the Akron Lions Club, to which he belonged for 65 years. A past president of the Fulton County Hospital Association, he was a member of Phi Delta Kappa. He was a World War II veteran, a past member of the Akron Chamber of Commerce and an Indiana University graduate.

Surviving are his wife, Evelyn [MEREDITH]; one daughter, Marcia MORRIS, LaPorte; one son, John MEREDITH, Fort Wayne; four grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Akron Cemetery with Dr. William WIMBERLY officiating Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m on Tuesday at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Mentone Church of Christ, Akron United Methodist Church or the charity of choice.

Dustin Elsworth Brodbent

May 17, 1996 - May 18, 1996

Dustin Elsworth BRODBENT, infant son of Glenn and Lavon STEPHENS BRODBENT, died at 2:30 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Surviving with his parents are grandparents Milford and Virgina STEPHENS, Claypool, and Glenn Jr. and Elsie E. BRODBENT, Plymouth; great-grandparents, Lilly AULT, Akron and Lester BRUNER, Warsaw.

Services will be 1 p.m on Wednesday at the New Oakhill Cemetery Chapel with Billy STEELE officiating.

Tuesday, May 21, 1996

Ruth Long Metzger

Nov. 29, 1928 - May 19, 1996

Ruth LONG METZGER, 67, Wabash County, died at 9:15 a.m. Sunday at Community Care Center, Wabash.

Born to Maurice and Jennie TROUT REED, she married Harold C. METZGER in 1994. She was a 1946 graduate of Somerset High School and attended the Peoria United Methodist Church. She was a homemaker and a lifetime Wabash County resident.

Surviving are her mother, Jennie REED, Wavbash; husband, Harold C. METZGER, Wabash; two daughters, Linda S. HAMILTON, Jonesboro and Christina K. GROSSNICKLE, Rochester; one son, Maurice H. LONG, Wabash; one step-son, Dan METZGER, Wabash; two step-daughters, Susan METZGER, Wilmette, Ill., and Debra WEITZMAN, Singapore; two brothers, John REED, Roanoke, Va., and Max REED, Wabash; four sisters, Mary Lou KENDALL, Roann, Helen DAWES, Urbana, Dorothy ROUHARD, Springfield, Ohio, Nancy MEYER, Wabash, and five grandchildren.

Preceding her in death was one step-son and two grandsons.

Services will be at the Mnchester Avenue Chapel GRandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home, at 2 p.m. Wednesday with the Rev. Melissa RICE officiating. Burial will be in the Wallace Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to he Ricky Long Scholarship Fund c/o Frances Slocum Bank, Wabash.

Wednesday, May 22, 1996

Rita M. Lee

Sept. 17, 1925 - May 20, 1996

Rita M. LEE, 70, Metea, died at 1:27 p.m. Monday at Saint Joseph Meical Center, Joliet, Ill.

Born in Cass County to Hugh and Margaret McLAUGHLIN DORAN, she married John Robert LEE in 1946. She was a seamstress for 33 years for Hart Schaffner and Marx in Rochester, and retired in 1994.

Preceding her in death are her husband, John Robert Lee, three brothers and one sister.

Surviving are three sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry and Julia LEE, Brazil, John and Bonita LEE, Rochester, Michael and Debbie LEE, Joliet, Ill.; one daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Don CAMP, Lebanon; one brother, Robert DORAN, Logansport; four sisters, Ellen MILLER, Royal Center, and Alvina HUNTER, Catherine DOTY, and Barbara RADERSTORF, all of Logansport; eleven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Services will be 2 p.m Thursday at the Kroeger Funeral Home, Logansport with the Rev. Bryan CLEMENS officiating. Burial will be at the Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Logansport with visitation from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kroeger Funeral Home.

Memorials can be made to the American Heart Association.

David L. Burkett

Jan. 17, 1932 - May 21, 1996

David L. BURKETT, 64, Buckeye, Ariz., formerly of Talma, died at 11:25 a.m. on Tuesday at Hospice Family Care, Sun City, Ariz. He was born in Rochester to Norman and Helen MILLER BURKETT and married Shirley ADAMS in 1953. He owned and operated Burkett’s Store in Talma for 16 years and was a retired postal carrier from the Rochester Post Office, where he worked for 25 years. He was a member of the Rivervidw Community Church, Talma, the Newcastle Lion’s Club, the American Legion and VFW, Rochester.

He was a Trustee for Newcastle Township for four years and a Tippecanoe Valley School Board Member for four years. He was a retired United States Marine Corps Warrant Officer and Korean War veteran.

Preceding him in death are his father, Norman BURKETT, and one brother, Bill BURKETT.

Surviving are his wife, Shirley J. BURKETT; three daughters, Sharon LINDENLAUB, Litchfield Park, Ariz., Lisa GOODMAN, Rochester, Lee Ann McDONALD, Clermont, Fla.; four granddaughters and two grandsons; mother, Helen BURKETT, Palmyra, N.Y.; one sister, Marcia ROBBINS, Palmyra, N.Y.; two brothers, Dick BURKETT and his wife Belva, Plainfield, and Tom BURKETT, Burlington, Wis.

Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Riverview Communty Church, Talma, with the Rev. Rodney RUBERG officiating. Burial will be at the Athens Cemetery. The American Legion and VFW will conduct graveside rites. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home and from 10 a.m. until services Saturday at Riverview Community Church.

Memorials may be made to Hospice Family Care in Sun Valley, Ariz.

James G. McClain

December 4, 1920 - May 21, 1996

James G. McCLAIN, 75, South Bend, died at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday at his residence.

Born in Sharpesville to Glen J. and Alice RUST McCLAIN, he married Helen ROJICS in 1939. He retired from Bendix Corp., South Bend, in 1974, after 33 years. He was a union steward for 24 years and served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific during World War II.

Surviving are his wife Helen McCLAIN; one son, James D. McCLAIN, South Bend; three grandsons, James D and Jayme D. JONES, Mixh. and Jerry D. McCLAIN, South Bend; four great-grandchildren; one half-brother, Robert PURDOM, Summerfield, Fla.; and several cousins.

Services will be 10 a.m.Friday at Grossma Funeral Home, Argos, with Pastor Robert MACE officiating. Burial will be at [the Athens] Cemetery. [The American Legion and VFW will conduct graveside rites]. Friends may call at the [Foster & Good Funeral home from 5-8 p.m. [Friday, and from 10 a.m. until services Saturday at the Riverview Community Church. Memorials may be made to Hospice Family Care in Sun Valley, Ariz].

William K. Downs

Word has been received of the death Sunday of William K. DOWNS, 69, Bradenton, Fla.

He was the former co-owner of Lockridge Photography Studio in Rochester. In 1962 he joined Keith Cole Studios in California and resided in Sunnyvale until 1974, when he directed the firm’s expansion in Maryland and Florida. In Rochester, he was president of the Chamber of Commerce and the Kiwanis Club.

Survivors includes his wife, Beverly [DOWNS], Bradenton, Fla.; two sons, William Michael DOWNS, Kirkland, Wash., Gregory Allen DOWNS, Boca Raton, Fla.; one daughter, Sandy MURPHY, Walnut Creek, Calif.; his father, William Joel DOWNS, Tucson, Ariz.; one brother, Richard E. DOWNS, and three step-children. Services and burial will be in Bradenton, Fla.

Thursday, May 23, 1996

Marcia E. Cloud

November 10, 1907 - May 22, 1996

Marcia E. CLOUD, 88, Rochester, died at 8:55 p.m. yesteday at Life Care Center, Rochester. Born in Oxford to Oscar and Nettie JARVIS ELLSWORTH, she married Earl A. CLOUD in 1930. She has been a resident of Rochester since 1944, having come here from Benton Harbor, Mich. Preceding her in death are her husband, Earl A. Cloud; parents, Oscar and Nettie Jarvis Ellsworth; and two brothers, John and Talmage [ELLSWORTH].

Surviving are three daughters, Mary Lou HUDKINS, North Little Rock, Ark., Earline O’BLENIS and Wanda TOWNSEND, Rochester; one son, Earl “Bud” CLOUD and his wife Jeannie, Rochester; two sisters Mary JAMES (her twin), Michigan City and Evelyn HARTMAN, Benton Harbor, Mich.; one brothr, Edward ELLSWORTH and his wife Dorothy, St. Joseph, Mich.; and fifteen grandchildren and twenty-five great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Don BRENNEMAN officiating. Burial will be at the Richland Center Cemetery, seven miles northwest of Rochester. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the funeral service.

Charles G. Newman

August 29, 1915 - May 22, 1996

Charles G. NEWMAN, 80, Culver, died at 3:36 p.m. yesterday in Plymouth.

He was born in Culver, where he resided for 80 years, to John and May WARMBROD NEWMAN. He was a member of Culver Grace United Church of Christ, the Indiana Holstein Association, the National Holstein Association, past director of Marshall County Farm Bureau and Marshall County Dairy Herd Improvement Association, AMPI Foremost Farms, Fulton-Marshall County Co-op, and Marshall County Dairy Association. He was also coordinator for Recycling Shavings from Young Door, Inc., Plymouth

He is preceded in death by his brother, J. Allen NEWMAN.

Surviving are two sisters, Lorvina N. WESSON, Culver and Helen SAMUELSON, Plymouth; two brothers, Jesse D. NEWMAN, Culver and Herbert R. NEWMAN, Sr., Culver; and fifteen nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Grace United Church of Christ, Culver, with the Rev. Wayne McALLISTER officiating. Burial will take place Saturday in the Zion Cemetery, Culver and visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. on Frday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Memorials can be made to Culver Grace United Church of Christ.

Friday, May 24, 1996

Genevieve M. Osborn

Oct. 17, 1911 - May 23, 1996

Genevieve M. OSBORN, 84, Culver, died at 10:20 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Hospital, Plymouth.

Born to Kline and Addie CAMPBELL SALES, she married Donald OSBORN in 1934. She graduated from Culver High School in 1929, and from Indiana University School of Nursing, Indianapolis, in 1932. She was a member of Culver Grace United Church of Christ and its Fidelis Class

Preceding her in death are her husband, Donald Osborn; one daughter, Barbara A. MARSHALL; one sister and two brothers.

Surviving are one son, David P. OSBORN, Culver; two grandsons, Timothy E. OSBORN, Culver, and Roger K. OSBORN, Plymouth; one granddaughter, Julie JERZAK, South Bend; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Margery DYER, Warren; and one brother, Kenneth P. SALES, Kokomo.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Grace United Church of Christ with Rev. Wayne McALLISTER officiating. Burial will be in the Culver Masonic Cemetery, Culver and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Sunday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Memorials can be made to Culver United Church of Christ.

Edwin L. Nicodemus

Sept. 24, 1924 - May 23, 1996

Edwin LeRoy NICODEMUS, 71, Rochester, died at 2:05 p.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Fulton County to Max and Nellie McCAIN NICODEMUS, he married Glenna ROSE, who preceded him in death. He later married Elizabeth SROUFE. They were divorced. He served in the U.S. Navy in World War II and lived most of his life in Akron and Rochester before moving to Silver Lake. He was a member of the Manitou VFW Post, Rochester.

Preceding him in death are one son, Dennis [NIECODEMUS] and one sister, Hazel [NICODEMUS].

Surviving are two daughters, Darlene VICE, Fulton, and Debra ENGLE, Claypool; one grandson, Brian VICE, Fulton; two great-granddaughters both of Fulton; four sisters, Marjory SUTTON, Akron, Doris HAMMOND, Akron, Wilma BOYER, Syracuse, and Mary DAY, Akron; ad two brothers, Robert NICODEMUS, Akron and John NICODEMUS, Warssw.

Services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron. Burial will be at the Athens Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home and for one hour before services. The Manitou VFW Post and the LeRoy Shelton America Legion Post will conduct military graveside rites.

Saturday, May 25, 1996

[no obits]

Monday, May 27, 1996

[no paper - holiday]

Tuesday, May 28, 1996

Mary A. Kinter

January 19, 1922 - May 25, 1996

Mary Alice KINTER, 74, Peru, died at 11:25 a.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Bor in Denver to Thomas and Goldie SURFACE OGLE, she was a homemaker and member of the Baptist Church.

Preceding her in death are her first husbad, Richard Vaughn WRIGHT; second husband, Leslie Frank KINTER; and three brothers, Earl, Russell ad Cecil OGLE.

Surviving are four children, Richard L. WRIGHT, Lafayette, James E. WRIGHT, Denver, Connie R. JUDY, Peru, and Jerry WRIGHT, North Manchester; one step-daughter, Mae BALDWIN, Peru; one step-son, Don CHICK, Peru; and several step-gradchildren and step-great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver with Pastor Steve BATE officiating. Burial will be at Westlawn Cemetery, Denver with visitation from 2-8 p.m. on Tuesday at McClain Funeral Home.

Gene Irwin

Oct. 22, 1932 - May 27, 1996

Gene IRWIN, 63, Argos, died at 12:12 a.m. on Monday at Saint Joseph Hospital of Marshall County.

Born in Argos to Francis and Mabel GARNER IRWIN, he married Delores FITES in 1951. He lived his entire life in Argos and was an engineer and draftsman employed by the former Bendix Corp., now Allied Signal Corp., South Bend. He retired in 1994 with 30 years of service. He was also a member of the Argos United Methodist church and Argos American Legion Post 68 and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Melvin [IRWIN].

Surviving are his wife, Delores, Argos; one daughter, Colette KNOTT, Zionsville; one son, Curtis IRWIN, Bourbon; two grandsons, Aaron and Stefan KNOTT, Zionsville; one sister, Nyla SNYDER, Argos; one brother, Gerald IRWIN and his wife Lola, Plymouth; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 10:30 a.m on Thursday at Argos United Methodist Church, Argos, with Revs. Robin SMITH and Roy FISHBURN officiating. Burial will be at Argos Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday and one hour before services at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Memorials can be made to the Argos Emergency Medical Service or the American Heart Association.

Wednesday, May 29, 1996

John L. Donaldson

April 9, 1913 - May 27, 1996

John L. DONALDSON, 83, North Manchester, died at 7:25 p.m. Monday at Wabash County Hospital.

Born in Denver to Albert and Emma Arclina ENGLISH DONALDSON, he married Veva A. AMBLER in 1939. He was a 1931 graduate of Peru High School, a 1935 graduate of Manchester College and a 1941 graduate of Indiana University. He was a principal and teacher at Butler Township, Chili, North Grove and Peru schools and a member of Mexico Church of The Brethren, Mexico.

Preceding him in death are his parents; one brother, Robert E. DONALDSON; and two sisters, Dorothy WHITWORTH and Elizabeth MULLINIX.

Surviving are his wife, Veva A. DONALDSON, North Manchester; one daughter, Nancy E. McGUIRE, Mexico; two sons, David J. DONALDSON, Peru and Mark L. DONALDSON, Peru; eleven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday at Mexico Church of the Brethren, Mexico, with Pator Tim DEARDORFF officiating Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico, and visitation will be from 3-8 p.m. on Wednesday at McCain Funeral Home, Denver.

Memorials can be made to the Crestwood Dementia Wing Timbercrest, North Manchester.

Thursday, May 30, 1996

Ona L. Cessna

Nov. 5, 1911 - May 28, 1996

Ona L. CESSNA, 84, Elkhart, died at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday at Vellay View Nursing.

In 1945, she married Gerald “Keith” CESSNA, who died in 1971. She was a registered nurse for 23 years, retiring in 1977 from Elkhart General Hosptal. She was a member of the Elkhart YWCA, a 1930 graduate of Anderson High School, and a 1941 graduate of Wishard Memorial Hospital School of Nursing.

She is preceded in death by two sisters, Aleda MILES ad Lois CESSNA; and one half-brother, Cecil LONG.

Surviving are two sons, Duane CESSNA and Gary CESSNA, Elkhart; two gradchildren; and two sisters, Thelma DOWNHAM and Belva WILSON, Logansport.

Services will be at 2 p.m. on Friday at the Hartzler-Gutermuth-Inman Funeral Home, Elkhart, with Rev. Richard DUNN, Elkhart General Hospital Chaplain, officiating. Graveside services will take place at 1 p.m. on Monday at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be one hour before services.

Memorials can be made to Goshen College School of Nursing, Ivy Tech School of Nursing or Souther Michiga School of Nursing.

James A. Moberly

Aug. 10, 1910 - May 29, 1996

James Allen MOBERLY, 85, Kewanna, died at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Winamac Nursing Home, Winamac.

Born in Normal, Ill. to Edward and Nancy DeVARY MOBERLY, he married Nadine HOOKS NEWTON in 1967. He was a retired supervisor for Miller Beverage Co., Kokomo and he was also employed at Nehi Beverage Co., Kokomo. He was a member of the Teamsters Union and the Main Street United Methodist Church, Kokomo.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, two sisters, and one great-grandson.

Surviving are his wife, Nadine MOBERLY; one son, William MOBERLY and hiw wife, Patricia, Kokomo; one daughter, Nancy GRECU and her husband George, Kokomo; one sister, Lucy SILVESTER, Normal, Ill.; three step-sons, Richard NEWTON, Newport, N.C., Gene NEWTON, Ocala, Fla.; and Jacque NEWTON, Deland, Fla; one step-daughter, Janet EATON, Cincinnati, Ohio; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Services will be at 1 p.m Saturday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna. Burial will be at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Lake Bruce, and friends may call after 11 a.m. Saturday until services.

Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Friday, May 31, 1996

[no obits]

Saturday, June 1, 1996

John R. Vernon

John R. VERNON, 79, 1751 North 375 East, died at 6:40 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital following an illness.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home.

Herman L. Alderfer

Herman L. ALDERFER, 75, formerly of 6536 19th Road, Argos, died at 3:40 p.m. Friday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Monday, June 3, 1996

Nora Sommers

Nora SOMMERS, 92, died at 4:30 a.m. on Sunday at the Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Arrangements are pending at the Kewanna Chapel.

John R. Vernon

Dec. 10, 1916 - May 31, 1996

John R. VERNON, 79, Rochester, died at 6:40 p.m Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Eaton, Ohio to Benjamin and Nora WRIGHT VERNON, he married Martha Louise WALTERS. She died in 1990. He married Louise WILLARD SKIDMORE in 1992. She survives. He taught school in Hammond, Rochester Middle School, and Los Angeles, Calif., where he received the Outstanding Teacher of the Year award and retired in 1979. His father Benjamin VERNON, and Reuben and Robert SCHEID owned and operated the Rochester Canning Co. factory, Rochester for a number of years.

Mr. Vernon was a 1940 graduate of Purdue University, where he played varsity basketball and baseball, was a member of the Theta Chi fraternity, and received his masters degree. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, and a 60-year member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge No. 47, Elks Lodge No. 2120, where he was voted outstanding Elk of the Year for 1987-88, Manitou Moose Lodge 1107, Rochester.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Judy ZENT, Carmel, and Vicki BOBO, Bloomfield Hills, Mich.; four grandsons, Jeff ZENT, Rochester, Scott ZENT, Charleston, W. Va., Don BOBO, Houston, Texas, and Curt BOBO, Phoenix, Ariz.; one step-daughter, Kay MYERS, Fort Wayne; one step-son, Travis SKIDMORE and his wife Angel, Rochester; six step-grandchildren; three sisters, Betty Jo RAY, Bloomington, Dorothy RICHARD and Mary GRUND, Long Beach, Calif.; one niece and two nephews; four step-sisters, Juanita KING, Roberta EVANS, Carlene SNIPES, all of Rochester and Mary Jo GOSS, Columbia City; and one step-brother, Bob THOMPSON ad his wife Juanita, Mishawaka.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester with Dr. Mark SPENCER officiating. Burial will be at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Monday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Rochester I.O.O.F. Lodge will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the Rochester High School Athletic Department and the Purdue University Athletic Department.

George E. Clark

Jan. 3, 1908 - June 2, 1996

George E. CLARK, 88, formerly of Route 1, Akron, died at 11:34 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Fulton County to E. Delbert and Lulu Maude JEFFERIES CLARK, he married Mary Opal WALKER on Dec. 3, 1932 in Akron. She survives. Also surviving are three grandchildren Marcia TRAVER, Sharpsville, Carol BRYAN, Berne, Jeffery R. CLARK, Auburn; one step-grandson Duane FORD, Akron; six great-grandchildren. One son, Richard Lee CLARK, two sisters Ollie and Pauline [CLARK], and three brothers, Melvin, Ruel and Everett [CLARK], preceded in death.

Services will be at 10:30 Thursday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Pastor James MALBONE officiating Burial will be in the Athens Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday.

Donald J. Smith

Jan. 28, 1914 - June 2, 1996

Donald J. SMITH, 82, Warsaw, died at 6:50 a.m. Sunday at Kosciusko Community Hosptal, Warsaw.

Born in Kosciusko County to Merrill and Ruby ERNSBERGER SMITH, he resided in Warsaw for the last 10 years, having come from Gunville, Ill. He was a World War II Army veteran and worked as a floral designer.

Surviving are one sister, Mary Esther ROMINE, Mentone; three nephews; and his companion Bob HIGGINBOTHAM, Warsaw.

No visitation or funeral services are planned.

Echo L. McCalla

Feb. 15, 1914 - June 2, 1996

Echo L. McCALLA, 82, Rochester, died at 3:40 a.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital.

He was born in Deedsville to Chester and Hulda GILLILAND McCALLA. He was a retired truck driver for Myers Drive-A-Way and Holiday Rambler Corp. A member of the Rochester [VFW], American Legion and the Rochester Eagles Lodge, and he earned a Purple Heart in World War II serving with the U.S. Army Infantry in North Africe and Europe.

Preceding him in death are one daughter, Barbara [TURNER]; one great-grandson; one sister, and three brothers.

Surviving are four daughters, Nancy ANDERSON, Lakeville, Gladys GALLOWAY and Conne TERPSTRA, both of Rochester, and Sandra WISENBERG, Sebring, Fla.; three sons George SCOTT, Indianapolis, Laverne SCOTT, Rochester, Harold C. McCALLA, Rochester; five sisters, Florence WOOD, Helen HOFFMAN, Marjorie MILLER, Barbara CLARK, and Pat LAMB, all of Rochester; one brother, Harold E. McCALLA, Rochester; twenty grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren.

Services and burial will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the Deedsville I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Deedsville with Rev. Larry PYEATT officiating.

Military graveside rites will be conducted by the Rochester American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. [Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochesrter, are in charge of arrangements].

Doreta E. Gearhart

Oct. 24, 1904 - June 2, 1996

Doreta E. JENNINGS GEARHART, 91, North Manchester, died at 5:15 a.m. Sunday at Peabody Retirement Home, North Manchester.

Born in Frenchtown, Penn. to Joseph and Lena DeMAISON JENNINGS, she married Ray GEARHART in 1940. She worked for Viscoes Co., Meadville, Penn. and was a member of St. Robert’s Catholic Church, North Manchester, and the Rosary Sodality of the church. She lived most of her life in Wabash County.

Preceding in death were her husband Ray Gearhart ad three brothers.

Surviving are one step-son, Fred GEARHART, Markle; four step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Bender Chapel Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home, North Manchester, with Rev. Robert HAMMOND officiatng. Burial will take place in the Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m at the funeral home. Rosary services will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to St. Robert’s Catholic Church.

Anna Rogers

Sept. 14, 1911 - June 2, 1996

Anna ROGERS, 84, Francescville, died at 7:22 a.m. Sunday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

Born in Pulaski County to Chris and Louisa KOEBCKE WESTPHAL, she married John F. ROGERS in 1933. She lived in Francesville all of her life, working as a homemaker, and was a member of the St. James Salem United Methodist Church of Christ.

Preceding in death were one son, one brother, and one sister.

Surviving are her husband, John F. ROGERS, Francesville; three daughters, Donna WADYCKI, Westmont, Charlene GUTWEIN, Rensselaer, and Carol BURTON, Rochester; one son, Harold ROGERS, Francesville; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-three great-grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 1 p.m Wednesday at the Querry-Ulbricht Funeral Home, Francesville, with Rev. Sharon K. MADDOX officiating. Burial will be Wednesday at the St. James Salem Cemetery, Francesville. Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m. Tuesday and after 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the St. James Salem Building Fund or the American Heart Fund.

Margie Cole

March 10, 1952 - May 31, 1996

Margie COLE, 44, 320 Ruthie Drive, Knox, died at 8:40 p.m. Friday at University of Little Rock, Little Rock, Ark.

She was born in Gary to Demp and Margaret Lucille PARISH, who preceded her in death She was a housewife in Knox where she lived for 15 years.

She was raised in the Shults-Lewis Children’s Home, Valparaiso, and attended Morgan High School. She worked many hours as a volunteer at the Caring Place, Valparaiso, which helped battered women and children.

Survivors include three daughters, Tonya COLE, Knox; Michelle COLE, Terre Haute, and Trela GOOD, Marion; a son, Joe COLE, Knox; friend, Tom EVERAGE, Searcy, Ark.; two sisters, Peggy ADAIR, Los Angeles, and May PARISH, Kentucky; three brothers, Eddie PARISH and Marvin PARISH, both of Madisonville, Ky., and Shelby ADAIR, Cracker, Mo.; foster-sister, Kathy CARR, Florida; foster-parents, John and Louise JUDGE, Hobart.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Braman and Son Memorial Chapel, 108 S. Main St., Knox, with Rev. James PRADKE officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery, Knox. Visitation will be from noon until the time of services Tuesday.

George H. Slisher

Dec. 19, 1939 - June 1, 1996

George H. SLISHER, 56, 400 W. Ninth St, died at 5:31 p.m. Saturday at the Woodlawn Hospital emergency room.

Born in Fulton County to Charles H. and Elsie Eleanor SHAMBARGER SLISHER, he married Helen L. ONSTOTT on Sept. 23, 1967 in Rochester.

Survivors include his wife, two daughters, Rebecca and Sarah SLISHER, both of Rochester; four sisters, Mrs. Betty TOLLEY, Peru, Mrs. Margery SAUSAMAN, Mexico, Mrs. Mary Ann DONALDSON, Peru, and Phyllis RITCHIE, Macy; three brothers, Fred [SLISHER], Rochester, Terry [SLISHER], Kewanna, and Rev. Ken [SLISHER], Oblong Ill. A brother, Gene [SLISHER], preceded in death Aug. 24, 1992.

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Macy Christian Church, with Rev. Ken SLISHER officiating. Burial will be in the Plainview Cemetery, Macy, with Rev. John ZAHN officiating There will be no visitation.

Zimmerman Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Herman L. Alderfer

July 7, 1920 - May 31, 1996

Herman L. ALDERFER, 75, 6536 19th Road, Argos, died at 3:45 p.m. Friday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, where he had lived for 16 months.

Born near Mentone to Clarence Lee and Gertrude FLETCHER ALDERFER, he lived his entire life in the Argos community.

On Jan. 24, 1941 at the Walnut Church of the Brethren, Argos, he married Carmine Louise GOOD, who preceded in death May 1, 1988.

He was a retired farmer and a bus driver for 32 years with Argos Community School system. He also had been employed by DelMonte Foods for five years.

He was a member of Walnut Church of the Brethren.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Dale (Joy) HALL, Argos; three sons, Russell Lee and Doris ALDERFER, Argos, Larry and Norma ALDERFER, Tipton, David H. and Karen ALDERFER, Argos; eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; a brother, Weldon ALDERFER, Argos. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, IvaLene [ALDERFER], and an infant brother, Marvin [ALDERFER].

Services were at 11 a.m. today at the Walnut Church of the Brethren with Pastor Tony SCHNEIDERS and Rev. Bob RICE officiating. Burial was in Richland Center I.O.O.F. Cemetery, northwest of Rochester. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Walnut Church of the Brethren.

Mildred M. Thompson

Sept. 3, 1910 - June 2, 1996

Mildred M. THOMPSON, 85, 12772 East 300 South, Akron, died at 9:55 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital. She has been in failing health for several years.

Born in Miami County to Truman and Stella SHOEMAKER HARTZLER, she was married Oct.6, 1934, in Marion to Byron E. THOMPSON, who preceded in death Feb. 13, 1995.

She was a homemaker and had worked at Timbercrest, North Manchester. She was a member of Akron Church of God.

Survivors include a daughter, Karen Sue RITCHIE, Paw Paw, Ill.; a son, Stuart A. THOMPSON, Akron; four grandchildren, Carl THOMPSON, Carter THOMPSON, April KAISER, Robin GRIFFIN; a great-granddaughter and two great-grandsons; a sister, Flossie LANCE, North Manchester. She was preceded in death by four sisters, Nettie MILLER, Nellie MAYNARD, Mabelle RAMSEY, Mary POLK; five brothers, Floyd, Orville “Pete”, Russell “Bob”, Lester “Joe”, Forrest “Bud” [HARTZLER].

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Akron Church of God with Pastor James MALBONE officiating. Burial will be in Akron Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday [at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron].

Tuesday, June 4, 1996

Nora P. Sommers

Oct. 1`2, 1903 - June 2, 1996

Nora P. SOMMERS, 92, Kewanna, died at 4:30 a.m. Sunday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Born in Corydon to Albert and Hattie Mae EVANS TABLER, she married Adam M. SOMMERS in 1922. She was the retired owner of the Welcome Inn Restaurant and Sommers Grain Corp., Grass Creek. She was also a member of the Grass Creek United Methodist church and Ladies Aid.

Preceding her in death were her husband, one daughrer, two grandchildren, three sisters and four brothers.

Surviving are three sons, Adam [SOMMERS] Jr., Bradenton, Fla., Arnold E. SOMMERS, and Carl D. SOMMERS, both of Grass Creek; three sisters, Myrna FUNKHOUSER, Ocala, Fla., Geneva FUNKHOUSER, Osceola, and Mary THOMAS, South BEnd; two brothers, Orville TABLER, South Bend, and Ashell TABLER, Rochester; nine grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Grass Creek United Methodist Church with Rev. Don REED officiating. Burial will be at the Grass Creek Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Harrison Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, or one hour before services at the church.

Memorials can be made to the Grass Creek United Methodist Ladies Aid.

Eugene H. Brown

Sept. 3, 1913 - June 3, 1996

Eugene H. “Charlie Brown” BROWN, 82, Peru, died at 6 a.m. Monday at his residence.

Born in Clear Spring to Frank S. and Mattie O. HAMILTON BROWN, he married Betty O. GUILLAUME in 1940. He was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church. For 28 years he and his wife sponsord the YMCA Triangular Club for teenage girls.

Preceding him in death were his parents and one step-granddaughter.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Nyles “Nick” BROWN and his wife Nancy, Macy; gradchildren, Donna SHILEY, Aniston, Ala., Tina MOYER, Happanee, David BROWN, Middletown, Conn., and Darren BROWN, Fort Wayne; two sisters, Marjorie THOMPSON and Louise BROWN, Peru; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, with Rev. Phillip KRUPSKI ad Rev. David WELSH officiating. Burial will be at Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Cass County. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Kenneth W. Ege

June 27, 1934 - June 3, 1996

Kenneth Wayne EGE, 61, Roann, died at 6 p.m. Monday at Wabash Health Care Facility, Wabash.

Born in Gilead to Charles Matthew and Marie Lola KING EGE, he married Rosemary Jane BOGGESS in 1952. Living his entire life in the Gilead Community, he worked as a farmer and a self-employed carpenter. He was a member of the Gilead United Methodist Church, Manitou Moose Lodge 1107, Rochester, and the Fraternal Order of Foresters.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Sheila L. FITZPATRICK, North Manchester, Sharon E. PARARO, Orlando, Fla., Sandra F. EGE, Warsaw; one son, Leland P. EGE and his wife Pam [EGE], Akron; five grandchildren;; his mother, Marie COON, Wabash; one half-brother, Dennis EGE, Nyona Lake; and one half-sister, Marie Irene HERON, Kokomo.

Servces will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will be at the Gilead Cemetery with visitation from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and after 9 a.m. Thursday until services at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the Wabash County Hospital Oncology Department.

Donald J. Smith

Jan. 28, 1914 - June 2, 1996

King Memorial Home, Mentone, is in chargeof the funeral arrangements for Donald J. SMITH, 82, Warsaw. He died at 6:50 a.m. Sunday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

No visitation or funeral services are planned.

Wednesday, June 5,1996

Richard E. Swisher

June 22, 1918 - June 4, 1996

Richard E. “Dick” SWISHER, 79, Royal Center, died at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Born in Logansport to Jesse E. and Henrietta J. KISTLER SWISHER, he graduated from Royal Center High School in 1935 and married Betty HUFFMAN in 1941. He was a retired employee from Royal Center Elevator and he also worked at Ray’s Creamery, Logansport. He was a member of the Logansport VFW and American Legion. During World War II he served with the U.S. Army in Germany and France.

Preceding in death was a brother.

Surviving with his wife are two sons, Joe SWISHER and his wife Elaine, Metea, and John SWISHER, Logansport; three daughter, Dee SPENCER and her husband Terry, Royal Center, Deb PITTMAN and her husband Rex, Royston, Ga., and Diane ZEIDER and her husband Chuck, Logansport; two sisters, Helen ROBINSON, Royal Center and Nell PHERSON, Middletown; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Royal Center, with Rev. Steve A. ROBINSON officiating. Burial will be at the Kistler Cemetery, Royal Center. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. until services Friday.

Thursday, June 6, 1996

Marge Thacker

June 25, 1945 - June 4, 1996

Marge THACKER, 50, Bourbon, died at 11:15 a.m.Tuesday at St. Joseph’s Medical Center, South Bend.

Born in Plymouth to Thomas and Helen THOMPSON SYLER, she married James M. THACKER in 1963. She was a 25-year resident of Bourbon and had been employed by Dwyer Instrument, Wakarusa, for 13 years.

Survivng with her husband are two sons, Patrick THACKER and hiw wife Kerrie, Mentone, nnd Mark THACKER and his wife, Michelle, Bourbon; two granddaughters, Allison THACKER, Mentone, and Nicole THACKER, Rocheter; one sister, Judy GONZALES, Santa Fe, N.M.; four half-sisters, Sheryl SIMMONS, Robin BURKETT, and Tomi SYLER, Plymouth, and Tracy SYLER, Rochester; and step-mother, Pat SYLER, Rochester.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Rev. Robin SMITH officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services Friday.

Conde D. Holloway

Sept. 12, 1917 - June 5, 1996

Conde D. HOLLOWAY, 78, Rochester, died at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday at his residence.

Born in Rochester to Granville and Maude THOMPSON HOLLOWAY, he married Ella Mae BROWN in 1941. He owned and operated the Berkway Supermarket and Conde’s Farm Market. He was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Rochester, past president of the Rochester Lions Club, former Boy Scout leader, recipient of the Order of the Arrow award, past chairman of the Fulton County Round Barn Festival, and active with Fulton County United Ministries. He was also active in the adult chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the 1989 recipient of the Rochester Chamber of Commerce Community Service Award, and a board member of the American Cancer Society. He served in the U.S. Army during the occupation of Japan.

Preceding him in death were one sister, Opal PARTRIDGE; and two brothers, Donald and Clifford [HOLLOWAY].

Surviving with his wife are one son, Joseph HOLLOWAY, Minneapolis, Minn.; one daughter, Jane DANIELS, Bloomington; three grandchildren, Tony DANIELS, Bloomington, and Brendan and Daryl HOLLOWAY, Minneapolis, Minn.; and one brother, George D. HOLLOWAY, Rochester.

Services will be at 10:30 Saturday at the Trinity United Methodist Church with Rev. Don BRENNEMAN officiatng. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester, and visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday, at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester., and for one hour prior to services at the church. The American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. The Lions will have a memorial service at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the Lions Club Memorial Fund or the Trinity United Methodist Church Memorial Fund.

Friday, June 7, 1996

Lois E. Walsh

Lois E. WALSH, 73, Mentone, died at 3:50 a.m. Friday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Saturday, June 8, 1996

Barbara J. Hissong

Barbara J. HISSONG, 65, Leiters Ford, died at 4 p.m. Friday at her home following an illness.

Arrangements are pending at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Frank J. Meredith

Frank J. MEREDITH, 83, Mentone, died at 5:55 p.m. Friday at Rochester Health Care Center.

Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Lois E. Walsh

July 9, 1923 - June 7, 1996

Lois E. WALSH, 72, 411 North Tucker St., Mentone, died at 3:50 a.m. Friday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. She had been ill for three months.

She was born in Mentone to Dewey and Ethel FISHER WHETSTONE and was a lifetime Mentone resident. On June 1, 1941 she married Dwayne BERGSTROM, who died in 1945. On May 7, 1946 she married Anthony “Pat” WALSH, who died Feb. 5, 1996. She worked at Mentone Egg Products and was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Warsaw. She was an honorary member of the Mothers of World Wars.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Michael “Dixie” SUMME, Akron; Mrs. Gene “Bea” HUGHES, Mentone, and Mrs. Dennis “Patti” GRUENEWALD, St. Paul, Minn;; ten grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren and three sisters, Doris LINTON, North Webster; Mrs. Willis “Edna” COWER, Lapaz; and Mrs. Alan “Mildred” GINDLE, Warsaw. Preceding in death with her husbands were one sister, Mary Lois WHETSTONE, and one brother, Lowell [WHETSTONE].

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Don. POYSER officiating. Burial will be in the Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Sunday. Memorials may be made to the Mentone Emergency Medical Service.

Jim Bob Smith

March 15, 1954 - June 5, 1996

Jim Bob SMITH, 42, Walnut Street, Macy, died Wednesday of an unexpected illness.

He was born in Rochester to Harvey F. “Speck” and Elizabeth Jean ZELLERS SMITH. He lived most of his life in the Macy area. He attended the Macy United Methodist Church.

Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Kenny “Anita L.” MILLER, Warsaw; one brother, Harvey Neil [SMITH], Rochester; three nieces, Mrs. Jeff “Lisa” HAWLEY, Claypool; Mrs. Lori MILLER, Warsaw, and Mrs. Kim McINTIRE, Rochester; aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceding in death were his parents.

Graveside services will be a 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Plainview Cemetery, Macy, with the Rev. Anita KUHN officiating. Foster & Good Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Monday, June 10, 1996

Trella L. Kennedy

Trella L. KENNEDY, 78, Plymouth, formerly of Rochester, died at 12:23 a.m. Monday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Barbara J. Hissong

Feb. 27, 1931 - June 7, 1996

Barbara J. HISSONG, 65, Leiters Ford, died at 4 p.m. Friday at her residence.

Born in Monterey to Donald and Ruby BEAUCHAMP REINHOLT, she married Wayne D. HISSONG in 1956. He survives. She lived in Leiters Ford, where she was a homemaker, all her life. She was a member of the Leiters Ford United Methodist Church.

Preceding her in death was one grandson.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Valerie STAPLES, South Bend; two sons, Van D. HISSONG, Culver, and Vince W. HISSONG, Leiters Ford; six grandchildren; and four brothers, Donald REINHOLT, Warsaw, Ronald REINHOLT, Leiters Ford, Stan REINHOLT, Culver, and Jack REINHOLT, Plymouth.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, with Rev. Dorothy JONES officiating. Burial will be in the Leiters Ford I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the Leiters Ford United Methodist Church and Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Sylvester Sarna

Dec. 3, 1935 - June 9, 1996

Sylvester “Sy” SARNA, 60, Plymouth, died at 7:49 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County.

Born in Chicago to Cyril M. and Mary (BUCZ) SARNA, he married Betty STILES in 1961. She survives. He was a vice president ad plant manager of McCord Corp., Plymouth. He was also plant manager of Polygon Corp., Walkerton for 2 years, retiring in 1993. He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Plymouth, the Experimental Aircraft Association and War Birds of America, the American Society for Quality Control, the Water Pollution Control Federation. He was a sky-diver and a gun collector. He had served on the M.A.C.O.G. board and attended Ancilla College and Indiaa University, South Bend. He was a licensed industrial water treatment specialist and wa a registered professional ecologist and a member of the American Society of Professional Ecologists. He served as chairman of the regional advisory committee for northern Indiana E.P.A. water studies and on the Citizens Advisory Committee of Marshall County.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Susan SARNA, Plymouth; three sons, Christopher SARNA, Macy, and Erich and Adam SARNA, both of Plymouth; five grandchildren; his father and stepmother, Cyril M. and Irene SARNA, Knox; one brother, James SARNA, Sandstone, Minn.; and two sisters, Arlene SARNA, Elmhurst, Ill. ad Marie HOLLON, Knox.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Michael’s Catholic Church with Rev. David VOORS officiating. Burial will be at New Oakholl Cemetery, Plymouth, and visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday. There will be a family rosary service at 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Memorials can be made to the American Lung Association.

Frank J. Meredith

Jan. 12, 1913 - June 7, 1996

Frank J. MEREDITH, 83, Mentone, died at 5:55 p.m. Friday at Rochester Health Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Fulton County to Silas and Ada Mae ROEBAUCH MEREDITH, he married Mildred KLISE in 1934. She survives. A farmer, he was a member of the Moose Lodge, the Flying Farmers and a musician with the Jimmy Meredith Band.

Preceding him in death were one sister, Ruth DeWITT, and one brother, Edwin MEREDITH, [and one grandson].

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Mitzie SAVAGE, Rochester; one son Jim MEREDITH and his wife Orabelle; five grandchildren, Gary MEREDITH, Diana SMITH, Greg McMILLEN, Susie [SAVAGE], and Klise [SAVAGE]; and [six] great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Burial will be at Sycamore Cemetery, Mentone, and Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday at King Memorial Home.

Memorials can be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Tuesday, June 11, 1996

Fred M. Fraser

Jan. 12, 1904 - June 10, 1996

Fred M. FRASER, 92, Rochester, died at 11:08 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Monticelklo to Morton and Mae PAYNE FRASER, he married Mary K. KETCHUM in 1938. He was the district manager for DeKalb Agri Association and retired in 1969 after 31 years of service. He was also a farmer having specialized in potatoes, onions and corn on his farms near Macy and Marshtown. He was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, where he served as Sunday School Superintendent for many years, the I.O.O.F. Lodge No. 47, Rochester, Fulton County Council on Aging for 10 years, a 50-year member of the Rochester Kiwanis Club, and a 65-tear member of the Fulton County Farm Bureau, where he was Local Affairs Chairman. He was very active with the Fulton County Round Barn Festival, having served 14 years as director and several years as treasurer while in charge of the Horseshoe Pitching Contest for many years. He was a past president and charter member of the Fulton County AARP. He studied agriculture at Purdue Uiversity.

Preceding him in death were one daughter-in-law, Sharon HOLT FRASER; and one brother Roscoe FRASER.

Surviving with his wife are two sons, Robert R. FRASER, Rochester; James M. FRASER, Plymouth; and four grandchildren, Karen K. FRASER, Corona, Calif., David FRASER, Memphis, Tenn., Steven FRASER, Fort Wayne, Jeffery FRASER, Columbus, Ohio; and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Dr. C. David HOGSETT officiating. Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m. at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Monticello. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and after 9 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the Grace United Methodit Church, Rochester.

David B. Hassenplug

Word has been received of the death of David B. HASSENPLUG, 44, Woodburn.

He was a 23-year employee of GTE North and a member of East Allen County Church of Christ.

Surviving are his wife, Debra [HASSENPLUG]; two daughters, Lori STEELE and Kristi HASSENPLUG, both of Fort Wayne; three sons, Scott SANDS, Nashville, Ark., and Brian SANDS and Sean HASSENPLUG, both at home; mother and step-father, Doris and Don WOOLINGTON, Kewanna; step-mother and father, Treva and William HASSENPLUG, Grand Rapids, Mich.; one brother, Dan [HASSENPLUG], Kewanna; two step-brothers, Mike and Mark WOOLINGTON, Logansport; two half-sisters, Bunnie CLELAND, Virginia Beach, Va., Karen CUNNINGHAM, Kewanna; and one half-brother, Steve HASSENPLUG, West Lafayette.

Services were held in New Haven. Memorials can be made to Camp Indogan.

Arthur W. Hunt

June 26, 1931 - June 9, 1996

Arthur W. “Junior” HUNT, 64, died at 7 a.m. Sunday at Community Hospital of Bremen.

Born in Tyner to Arthur W. and Helen HAZEN HUNT Sr., he married Marie L. GIBSON in 1951. She preceded him in death. He lived in the Bremen area his entire life. He worked for 36 years at Bremen Castings. He was a member of the Bremen Missionary Church, an usher for the University of Notre Dame, and an avid bowler and golfer.

Also preceding him in death was his father.

Survivors include his mother, Helen PONTIOUS, Koontz Lake; one dauthter, Christine FLAGER, Cassopolis, Mich.; one step-daughter, Cheryl CHRZAN, Bremen; two sons, Charles A. HUNT, Gladstone, Texas, John HUNT, Bremen; two step-sons, Jerry and Gary CHRZAN, Bremen; thirteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; [ten] sisters, Beverly DAVIS and Delores OGLE, Rochester, Loella POWELL, Colorado, Judy LoHAGEN, Pennsylvania, Patty EGLESKI, Wabash, Teena SNYDER, Bremen, Lila HARMON, Florida, Barbara HARRINGTON, Bremen, Kathy GARZA, Plymouth, Carolyn COBURN, Ohio; six brothers, Robert, Richard, Paul and Frank HUNT, all of Plymouth, and Bill and George HUNT, both of Bremen.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen with Rev. Gary HINKLE officiating. Burial will be in the Bremen Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the American Heart Fund or Community Hospital of Bremen.

Trella L. Kennedy

August 19, 1917 - June 10, 1996

Trella L. KENNEDY, 78, Plymouth, formerly of Rochester, died at 12:23 a.m. Monday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Born near Rochester to Olin and Goldia EMMONS WAGONER, she married Elbert Franklin KENNEDY in 1940. He preceded her in death. She worked as a homemaker and was a member of the First United Church of Christ, Plymouth.

Surviving are one sister, Reba ISELY, Akron; and several nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Reichter Cemetery northeast of Rochester. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Delia L. Greer

May 29, 1912 - June 10, 1996

Delia L. GREER, 84, Kewanna, died at 8 a.m. Monday at her residence.

Born in Wabash County to George Arthur LAMBERT and Ova JONES LAMBERT, she married C. Frank GREER in 1933. He survives. She was a homemaker and formerly operated a beauty shop in Kewanna, helped on the farm, and was an assistat at the Union Township Library. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Kewanna, where she taught pre-school, Sunday School, and played the organ. She was a member of the Fulton County Historical Society and a 1930 graduate of Kewanna High School.

Surviving with her husband are two sons, Charles GREER, Rochester, and Robert GREER, Kewanna; two daughters, Carol SHEETS, Rochester, and Connie KILLINGBECK, Remus, Mich; two sisters, Lois SHIDAKER, Kewanna, and Sarah BAXTER, Wabash; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Kewanna Church of Christ with Rev. Cliff GANO officiting. Burial will be at the Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Thursday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, and one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorials can be made to the Kewanna Church of Christ Children’s Department.

Esther Tanner

June 28, 1901 - May 9, 1996

Word has been received of the death of Esther GREEN TANNER, 95, Mobile, Ala.

Born in Fulton County to James and Bertha THOMPSON GREEN, she married William TANNER in 1923. He preceded in death.

She was a school teacher in Mobile, Ala. and had taught in Fulton. She is a 1918 graduate of Fulton High School, attended Franklin College and Ball State University, and graduated from Troy State Teacher’s College in 1959.

Preceding her in death were two sisters, Lois WAGONER and Ruth GILBERT.

Surviving are three daughters, Dorothy NORMAN and Jo Ann PATE, both of Mobile, Ala., and Janice E. BROWN, Atlanta, Ga.; two sons, William O. TANNER, Sunnyvale, Calif., and Robert E. TANNER, Marietta, Ga.; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Charles GREEN, North Mnchester, and Willis GREEN, Phoenix, Ariz.

Services were conducted in Mobile, Ala. May 10.

Wednesday, June 12, 1996

Everett Solomon

Everett “Bud” SOLOMON, 70, Argos, died at 5:40 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Hosputal of Marshall County.

Arrangements are pending at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Thursday, June 13, 1996

Margaret P. Zartman

October 16, 1924 - June 12, 1996

Margaret P. ZARTMAN, 71, Twelve Mile, died at 6:28 p.m. Wednesday at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Born in Cass County to Clark and Glen SAUSAMAN LEWIS, she married Von “Mile” ZARTMAN in 1941. He survives.

She was a member of the Perrysburg Baptist Church, Perrysburg.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Carol ZARTMAN, Twelve Mile; and three sisters, Bernice BURNS, Denver, Helen ABSHIRE, Logansport, and Dorothy GWIN, Traverse City, Mich.,

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Michael L. WILLIAMS officiating. Burial will be at the Mount Carmel Cemetery, Twelve Mile, with visitation from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Irene O. Blausser

Sept. 16, 1918 - June 12, 1996

Irene O. BLAUSSER, 77, Tempe, Ariz., died at 1:45 Wednesday at her residence.

Born in Greene, N.Y. to William B. ATEN and Evangeline R. RIPLEY, she married Frederick S. BLAUSSER in 1961. He preceded her in death.

A graduate of Binghamton, N.Y. High School, she was a retired U.S. Post Office nurse and a member of the American Legion Post No. 0100, Phoenix, Ariz. She was a retired Air Force lieutenant colonel nurse who served in World War II.

Surviving are one brother, Harry Allen [ATEN], Edicott, N.Y.; her step-mother, Kathryn ATEN, Vestal, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews.

Military graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saurday at Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna, with Rev. Mike BEALL officiating.

Friday, June 14, 1996

Evestare Finley

Dec. 6, 1909 - June 13, 1996

Word has been received of the death of Evestare “Vesta” FINLEY, 86. She died Thursday at her daughter’s residece in Fort Walton Beach, Fla.

Surviving are five daughters, De Esta BAKER, Rochester, Justine PHELPS, Torrence, Calif., Jewell ALLEN, Marion, N.C.; Jo CAIN, Fort Walton Beach, Fla., and Joyce ROAN, St. Augustine, Fla.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at East Marion Penecostal Holiness Church, Marion, N.C.

Kirksey Funeral Home, Marion, N.C., will be in charge of arrangements.

Raymond D. Middaugh

July 15, 1917 - June 13, 1996

Raymond Devoe MIDDAUGH, 78, Argos, died at 8:12 a.m. Thursday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Born near Nappanee to Henry and Iola RINEHART MIDDAUGH, he married Alberta Caroline SNYDER in 1940. She survives. He is a retired farmer and had been employed by Mid-West Spring and Niff-Coor, both of Mentone, Gerring Industries and Monitor Trailer, both of Etna Green, and R. J. Reynolds, Plymouth. He was a member of the Walnut Church of the Brethren, Marshall County Farm Bureau, and Farm Bureau Co-op.

Preceding him in death were one son, David MIDDAUGH; one sister, Helen BRIGGS; and one brother, Robert MIDDAUGH.

Surviving with his wife are two daughtrs Jean WALLACE, Warsaw, and Carolyn Sue MANNS, Akron; three sons, Charles MIDDAUGH and his wife Rita, and Steven MIDDAUGH and his wife Sharon, both of Argos, and Carl MIDDAUGH and his wife Jill, Bourbon; fourteen grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; two sisters, Pauline SHOEMAKER, Burket, and Mary Louise WAGONER, Argos.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Walnut Church of the Brethren, southeast of Argos, with the Revs. Tony SCHNEIDERS and Robert RICE officiating. Burial will be at the Argos Maple Grove Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. at the Grossman Funeral Home and for one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorials can be made to Argos Dollars for Scholars or the Walnut Church of the Brethren.

Everett Solomon

Mar. 25, 1926 - June 11, 1996

Everett “Bud” SOLOMON, 70, Argos, died at 5:40 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County.

Born in Hebron to Charles Conklin ad Harriet Jane LEE SOLOMON, he married Bonnie L. FISHBURN in 1946. She survives. He was retired from farming and Bendix Corp., South Bend. He was a member of the Jordan Baptist Church, Argos, and the U.A.W., Local 9, South Bend. During World War II, he served in the Atlantic Fleet as a signalman in the first crew on the U.S. Taconic.

Preceding him in death were six sisters, Bertha Ages SOLOMON, Mabel Lenora REED, Mary SOLOMON, Sarah Esther SOLOMON, Clara Rosemary HATCHER, Frances Ruth IRELAN; and five brothers, Lloyd Lee, Adam Earl, William Fred, Charles Henry and Harry SOLOMON.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Sheila BEERS, Argos, and Lou Ann NORMAN, Terrell, Texas; two sons, Jerry SOLOMON, Argos, and David SOLOMON and his wife Jennifer, Argos; nine grandchildren, Ashley, Amber, and Austin SOLOMON, and Shaindel, Adria, Aaron, and Avram BEERS, all of Argos, and Kathleen and Maria NORMAN, Terrell, Texas; one sister, Edna Mae ELLIS, Hebron; and one brother, Smith Scott SOLOMON, Woodbury, Tenn.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Rev. Roy FISHBURN officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth. The Argos American Legion Post No. 68 will conduct military graveside services. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the Jordan Baptist Church, Argos.

Mary E. Whittenberger

Jan. 24, 1917 - June 14, 1996

Mary E. WHITTENBERGER, 79, Rochester, died at 12:30 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

She was born in Rochester to Milton G. and L. Victoria CHASTAIN WHITTENBERGER. She is a retired professional musician and was a member of the First Baptist Church, the Order of Eastern Star, and Women of the Moose, all of Rochester.

Preceding her in death were three brothers, John, Hubert and Milton [WHITTENBERGER]. Surviving are five nieces, Nancy ROSE, Inverness, Ill., Sandra FRANCIS, Painted Post, N.Y., Sarah Jane PISTOIA, San Clemente, Calif., Mary SIMMONS, Houston, Texas, and Marty ANDERSON, Whitehall, Mont.; and one nephew, Steven WHITTENBERGER, Orlando, Fla.

Graveside eervices will be at 4 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Zion Cemetery, southeast of Rochester, with Rev. Mark SPENCER officiating. Visitation will be from 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Zimmerma Family Funeral Home, Rocheter.

Memorials may vbe made to the charity of one’s choice.

Saturday, June 15, 1996

Edna F. Strumpfer

June 27, 1921 - June 14, 1996

Edna F. STRUMPFER, 74, South Bend, died at 8:45 a.m. Friday at her residece.

She was born in South Bend and lived most of her life in the South Bend area, moving there from Rochester. On Dec. 26, 1959 in South Bend she married Max L. STRUMPFER, who survives. In 1990 she retired from Inwood’s Department Store.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Chera L. NEAL, LaPorte, and Mikki McKAY, Wichita, Kans.; four grandchildren; one sister, Gerri PATZER, Edwardsburg, Mich.; and one brother, Richard HOLLOWAY, Niles, Mich.

Services will be at 1 p.m Tuesday at the Forrest G. Hay Funeral Home, South Bend. Cremation will take place at Riverview Crematory, South Bend, with burial of ashes at Southlawn Cemetery, South Bend. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Monday, June 17, 1996

Paul Mitchell

Sept. 22, 1918 - June 15, 1996

Paul MITCHELL, 77, 20631 Indiana 8, Culver, died at 3 a.m. Saturday at his residence.

Born in Chicago to William and Katie MITCHELL, he married Jean C. ESHELMAN in Plymouth on June 17, 1949. She survives. Residing in Culver for 36 years, he was a retired auditor workig for the United Autoworkers Union for 30 years. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, Eagles Lodge, and the American Legion Post. No. 27, all of Plymouth.

Preceding him in death were a sister and a brother.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Barbara WELDY, Bremen; two sons, Paul V. MITCHELL and Jerry L. MITCHELL, both of Culver; five grandchildren; and one great-gradson.

Services were to be at 2 p.m. today at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, with Rev. Daniel J. BERGER officiating. Burial was to be rtoday at the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Charles E. Paul

Aug. 29, 1911 - June 15, 1996

Charles Edison PAUL, 84, formerly of Gilead, died at 12:40 p.m. Saturday a Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Born in Miami County to William Sherman and Georgiana GROGG PAUL, he married Ethel A. WOODHOUSE. She died Oct. 24, 1993. He was an operator of heavy equipment for the former McMahan-O’Connor Construction Company, Rochester. He was a member of the Gilead Masonic Lodge No. 354, and a World War II Navy veteran.

Preceding him in death were his wife, a sister and two brothers.

Surviving are two daughters, Marilyn SNYDER, Peru, and Bonita FRITZ, Kokomo; three sons, Verdon PAUL, Macy, Daniel PAUL, Charleston, W. Va., ad Terry PAUL, Watertown, Conn.; and eight grandchildren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Robert LOUGHEED officiating. Burial will be at Gilead Cemetery and visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Jacob E. Casper

June 10, 1916 - June 16, 1996

Jacob E. CASPER, 80, Perrysburg, died at 2:23 p.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru. Born in Miami County to Walker L. and Mary WILSON CASPER, he married Wilma BRYANT on Aug. 23,1936, at the Fulton Evangelical United Brethren Parsonage, Fulton. She survives. He worked as a timber contrctor, retiring in 1980. He was also a member of the Perrysburg Baptist Church.

‘ Preceding him in death was a brother, George CASPER.

Surviving with his wife are one daugher, Linda L. DEMOREST, Boise, Idaho; two sons, Lawrence A. CASPER, North Manchester, ad Lyle S. CASPER, Effingham, Ill.; two sisters, Maxine HARTZLER, Fulton, and Jane RENTSCHLER, Twelve Mile; fifteen grandchildren; and fourteen great-gradchildren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Michael L. WILLIAMS officiating. Burial will be at Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Logansport, and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

F. Leroy Crippen

Sept. 11, 1921 - June 16, 1996

F. Leroy CRIPPEN, 74, 7746 S. Indiana 17, Kewanna, died at 11:30 a.m. Sunday at Rochester Health Care Center.

Born in Cass County to D.K. and Marie CORNELL CRIPPEN, he married Vivian APPLEGATE in Grass Creek on June 26, 1945. She survives. He was a dairy farmer, retiring in 1983, and also worked for the county Highway Department for 2 1/2 years. He was a member of the Grass Creek United Methodist Church where he was a Sunday school superintendent and teacher for over 30 years. He was also a member of the Good News Quartet, Rochester American Legion No. 36, a former member of the Grass Creek and Fulton County Fire Department, Wayne Township Trustee 1967-1970, Fulton County Commissioner 1973-1976, secretary of the Caston Holding Corp., and former chairman of the Wabash Solid Waste District. He is a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy Seabees, serving on Guadalcanal from 1942-1945. He graduated from Grass Creek High School in 1939 and attended Wabash College.

Preceding him in death were one son, Edward [CRIPPEN], and one brother, Leon [CRIPPEN].

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Shirley A. CRIPPEN, Grass Creek, and Jean E. ROCK and her husband, Richard, Grass Creek; one brother, Charles CRIPPEN, Rochester; six grandchildren, Art, Andy and Carrie CRIPPEN, and Tammy, Sandy and Kelly ROCK.

Services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Grass Creek United Methodist Church with Rev. Don REED officiating Burial and graveside military services will be at the Grass Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel, and one hour prior to services at the church.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Grass Creek United Methodist Church.

Tuesday, June 18, 1996

Wilma G. Holloway

Sept. 28, 1919 - June 17, 1996

Wilma G. HOLLOWAY, 76, Akron, died at 9:26 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Florida, she married Harold SCOTT Octoer 19, 1939. He died in November of 1984. She married Carlyle HOLLOWAY on April 15, 1989. He survives. She had worked at Zimmers in Warsaw, and also was a homemaker. She was a member of the Akron Church of the Brethren and its Women’s Fellowship.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Dorothy RING, Claypool; one son, George SCOTT and his wife Jane, Mansfield, Ohio; three grandsons; one granddaughter; one step-daughter, Cindy KENNEDY, Orlando, Fla.; and one step-grandson.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with the Revs. John MISHLER and Olden MITCHELL officiating. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Heart or Cancer Fund and the Akron Church of the Brethren.

Lena Meents

Dec. 31, 1901 - June 16, 1996

Lena MEENTS, 94, Elkhart, died at 5:50 p.m. Sunday at Valley View Health Care Center where she had lived for the past six years.

Born in Watseka, Ill., to Henry Louis MEYER and Meta DEGNER, she married John D. MEENTS o Dec. 6, 1927 in Woodworth, Ill. He preceded her in death on December 27, 1971 in Twelve Mile. She was a homemaker.

Preceding her in death with her husband were one brother and three sisters.

Surviving are two daughters, Rosalie MABBITT, Urbana, Ill. and Henrietta RICE, Elkhart; one son, Terry L. MEENTS, Scottsburg; eight grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchidren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at McClain Funeral Home, Twelve Mile, with Rev. Rodney SCHULER officiating. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Iroquois Memorial Park, Watseka, Ill. Burial will be at Iroquois Memorial Park, Watseka, Ill., and visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home, Elkhart.

Memorials may be made to the United Cancer Services of Elkhart County or the American Heart Association.

Wednesday, June 19, 1996

Alta C. Best

Dec. 17, 1900 - June 18, 1996

Alta C. BEST, 95, Plymouth, died at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at her residence.

Born in Miami County to J.D. and Nellie MAZE WINTERROWD, she married Charles Gaylord BEST Dec. 5, 1923 in Tippecanoe. He died o Dec. 23, 1980. She was a homemaker and helped her husbad on the farm. She was a member of the Shiloh Wesleyan Church where she taught Sunday School for many years, and was also a member of the Women’s Missionary Society.

Preceding her in death were one sister, Elma FANNING; and one brother, George WINTERROWD.

Surviving are two daughters, Catherine BERGER and Marjorie BEST, both of Plymouth; one granddaughter, Donna TYLER, Plymouth; one grandson, Charles BERGER, Plymouth; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Della SCHROME, Bremen, and Wauneta ELLIOTT, Plymouth; and two brothers, Wayne and Max WINTERROWD, both of Rochester.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth with Rev. Larry WILSON and Rev. Don GRANDLINARD officiating. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Cemetery, Tippecanoe. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Plymouth Home Health Care Services or Shiloh Wesleyan Church.

Thursday, June 20, 1996

Harry L. Schram

Nov. 15, 1913 - June 18, 1996

Harry L. SCHRAM, 82, Marion, died at 5:15 a.m. Tuesday at South Suburba Hospital, Hazel Crest, Ill.

He had lived in Marion since 1947, having come from Ravinia, Ill. He retired as a salesman for Abbott Laboratories in 1978. He was a memver of Saint Paul Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society, Grant County Pharmaceutical Society, the Meshingomesia Country Club, the American Legion, treasurer of Candlewood Association, past president of the FIA, past president of the Area Planning Commission, and Republican Precinct Committee Chairman Center 18. He graduated from Hynes School of Pharmacy and also attended Northwestrn University, Evanston, Ill.

Surviving are his wife, Ruth M. SCHRAM, Marion; two daughtrs, B.K Elizabeth MAHER, Flossmore, Ill., and Jeanne Marie McLELLAND, Bloomington; two sons, Donald Louis SCHRAM, Northbrook, Ill., and Harry Lawrence SCHRAM Jr., Morton Grove, Ill.; and eleven gradchildren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Saint Paul Catholic Church with Rev. Duane CRAYCRAFT officiating. Burial will be at the Assumption Cemetery, Glenwood, Ill., with committal to be at 11 a.m. Saturday also at the cemetery. Friends may call from 3-9 p.m. Thursday at Raven Funeral Home, Marion. The rosary will be said at 8 p.m. on Thursday.

Memorials may be made to the Saint Paul Catholic School Community Foundation Fund of Grant Co., Marion.

Clifford W. Butcher

Dec. 20, 1917 - June 20, 1996

Clifford W. BUTCHER, 78, Rochester, died at 7:55 a.m. Thursday at Rochester Health Care Center.

Born in Kokomo to Clifford W. and Bessie RESLEY BUTCHER Sr., he married Madge A. ODEN, Sept. 1, 1950 in Kokomo. She preceded him in death Nov. 25, 1986. He retired from American Standard Corp., Kokomo. He was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Order of Eagles, and the Manitou Moose Lodge, all of Rochester, and the Kokomo Masonic Lodge. He was a U.S. Marine during World War II, serving in the Pacific Theater.

Preceding him in death with his wife were one sister, Gretchen MOSIER and two brothers, Jim and Paul BUTCHER.

Surviving are three daughters, Patsy NOEL, Bloomington, Mary Catherine RUDDELL, Kokomo, and Johanna ARNOLD, New Haven, Conn.; fourteen grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Ida MURPHY, Rochester; one brother, Charles BUTCHER, Seminole, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Albright Cemetery, Kokomo. Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. Sunday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester. Graveside military rites will be conducted by the American Legion and VFW Posts.

Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Bertha M. Wiekamp

Nov. 24, 1906 - June 19, 1996

Bertha Mae WIEKAMP, 89, died at 4:28 a.m. Wednesday at Monticello Healthcare Center.

Born in Ladysmith, Wis. to Ole E. and Lena JEHNEL ANDERSON, she married Walter G WIEKAMP. He preceded her in death in January of 1993. She had lived in the Monticello community since 1992, having come from Mishawaka, where she had lived from 1920-1988. She was a resident of Life Care Center, Rochester, from 1999-1992. After teaching school in Rusk County, Wis. for one yer, she then became an accountant for Ball BAnd which later became Uniroyal in Mishawaka for 40 years. She was a member of the Business Professional Women’s Club, South Bend.

Preceding her in death with her husbad were one sister, Edna SMITHBURN and three brothers.

Surviving are one nephew, Jeff SMITHBURN, Indianapolis, and one sister, Patricia HENDRICKS, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

No services or visittion are scheduled. Burial will take place at Bruce Cemetery, Bruce, Wis. Arrangements are being made by Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home, Monticello.

Bernard M. Morrison

Aug. 23, 1996 - June 19, 1996

Bernard Miles MORRISON, 79, Mentone, died at 1:10 p.m. Wednesday at his brother’s home in Mentone.

Born in Burket to Omer and Isabel REGONS MORRISON, he married Ada WHETSTONE on July 29, 1955. She preceded him in death June 11, 1990. He worked at Dalton Foundries, Warsaw, and was a member of the American Legion Post No. 49, Warsaw. He was also a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army.

Preceding him in death with his wife were two brothers and one sister.

Surviving are one brother, Richard MORRISON and his wife Deloris, Mentone, with Rev. Tom EVERETT, chaplain of the Americn Legion, officiating Graveside military rites wil be conducted by the American Legion at the Mentone Cemetery. Visitation wil; be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Kosciusko County Hospitce.

Friday, June 21, 1996

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Saturdzy, June 22, 1996

Frederick A. Elliott

Aug. 18, 1924 - June 21, 1996

Frederick A. ELLIOTT, 71, Rochester, died Friday at Roudebush Veterans Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born in Hartford City to George and Anna MEYERS ELLIOTT. He was married to Mildred WILSON ELLIOTT, who survives.

He was a World War II veteran and a retired U.S. Postal Service worker. He was a member of the VFW, Disabled America Veterans and the Rocheter Masonic Lodge.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Becky BINGHAM, Kay HENDERSON and Janelle SMITH; four sons, Richard and Robert ELLIOTT and Lee and Frederick JONES; fifteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one brother, Pete [ELLIOTT].

Private funeral services will be held at a later date. There will be no visitation. The Cremation Society of Indiana is in charge of arrangements.

Monday, June 24, 1996

Russell R. Maple

Aug. 10, 1980 - June 22, 1996

LOGANSPORT - Rochester youth Russell R. MAPLE, 15, drowned at France Park Saturday.

Maple was swimming toward the lake’s diving platform when he went underwater, according to Department of Natural Resources Officer Brenda LOUTHAIN.

Maple was swimming with Dylan W. CARLSON, 16, Rochester. Carlson was on the platform. He turned around to see where Maple was and couldn’t find him.

Lifeguards and a pair of divers from Kokomo began an immediate search. One of the divers found his body underwatr near the platform. Cass County medics attempted to revive Maple but were unsuccessful. Rescuers estimated he had been underwater for 25-30 minutes.

Authorities do not know what caused Maple to go underwater. Cass County Coroner Louis MAROCCO performed an autopsy Saturday and determined the death an accidental drowning. He would have been a sophomore at Rochester High School this fall.

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Russell Ryan MAPLE, 15, Rochester, drowned at 1:22 p.m. Saturday at France Park near Logansport.

He was born in Kokomo to James A. and Linda D. FARTHING MAPLE. He worked at the Flagpole Drive-In for the past two years while helping his father with beekeeping. A member of the Macy Christian Church, he would have been a sophomore at Rochesrter High School, where he enjoyed woodworking.

Surviving are his parents, James A. MAPLE, Rochester, and Linda D. MAPLE, Bradenton, Fla.; one sister, Jennifer MAPLE, Rochester, and Eric MAPLE, Bradenton, Fla.; paternal grandparents, Francis and Dorotha MAPLE, Greentown; maternal grandmother, Marlene FARTHING, Greentown; paternal Great-grandmother, Lilith JOHNSON, Greentown, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David WELSH officiating. Burial will be at the Citizens Cemetery, Rochester, and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Beulah E. LaCosse

Oct. 25, 1912 - June 21, 1996

Beulah E. LaCOSSE, 83, South Bend, died Friday at the Clinton House Convalescent Hospital, Frankfort. Born near Talma to Fred and Marie SEVERNS BUSENBERG, she married Kenneth LaCOSSE in 1933. He preceded her in death in 1964. She retired from F.W. Means Corp., South Bend, after 50 years. She was a 50-year member of Sunnyside Presbyterian Church, the Lydia Circle, and a 30-year member of the Business and Professional Women’s Club. She was also active in the South Bend Organ Guild. She graduated from Talma High School and South Bend College of Commerce.

Also preceding in death was one sister, Rosella DORAN PERKINS.

Surviving are one son, Fred LaCOSSE, San Francisco, Calif.; two grandsons; three great-graddaughters; her mother; one sister, Judy LINK RODENBARGER, Frankfort; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Sunnyside Presbyterian Church, South Bend. Visitation will be for one hour prior to services at the church. Welsheimer Funeral Home, South Bend, is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the Sunnyside Presbytrian Church.

James T. Hodges

James Thomas HODGES, 60, Hartsville, S.C., died Saturday.

Born in Portsmouth, Va. to James Thomas Sr. and Ruth TURNER HODGES, he was associated with Sonoco Products Co. quality control for 33 years. He was a member of the Old Timers Club, the Kellytown Baptist Church, the American Society of Quality Control and attended the University of Akron, Ohio.

Surviving are his wife, Janice WHITTLE HODGES, Hartsville, S.C.; one daughter, Fran HODGES, Lexington, S.C.; two sons, Jimmy HODGES, Indianapolis, and Will HODGES, Hartsville, S.C.; one sister, Linda HODGES SMELLIE, Portsmouth, Va.; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home with Rev. Gary ANDERSON officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home after services. Memorials may be made to the Kellytown Baptist Church or the Akron United Methodist Church, Akron.

Elizabeth W. Haymaker

Elizabeth WAY HAYMAKER, 93, Indianapolis, died Thursday at her residence.

She was a member of Delta Omicron national music sorority and Psi Iota Xi philanthropic sorority. She was an accompanist and taught piano. She was active at the Trinity Episcopal Church, teaching Sunday School and supervising the nursery. She graduated from Columbus High School and Louisville Conservatory of Music.

Preceding in death were her husband, John Oglesby HAYMAKER.

Surviving are one daughter, Margaret Anne HAYMAKER ERVIN; one son, Robert L. HAYMAKER; one sister, Margaret Morrison WAY; four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; and one step-great=grandchild.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Trinity Episcopal Church, Indianapolis, with entombment in the Columbarium. Visitation wil be in the Fortune Room following services.

Cremation Society of Indiana is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to D.O Foundation, Cudahay, Wis., Psi Iota Xi, Indianapolis, Trinity Episcopal Church, Indianapolis, or Saint Vincent Hospice, Indianapolis.

Tuesday, June 25, 1996

Goldie M. Barkman

Feb. 12, 1895 - June 22, 1996

Goldie Marie BARKMAN, 101, Lebanon, died at 4:40 p.m. Saturday at the Parkwood Health Care Center, Lebanon.

Born in Fulton county to Oliver and Nora KESLER SEVERNS, she married Fred L. BUSENBURG in 1911. He preceded her in death in 1933 She then married Vernon BARMAN. He preceded her in death in 1963. She lived on a fatm in Fulton County until 1940 when she moved to Plymouth. She moved to Lebanon in 1994. She owned and managed the Pilgriam apartment, an apartment house and tourist home, from 1940-1960. She was a member of the First Methodist Church, Plymouth, the Business and Professional Women’s Club, and 4-H leader.

Preceding her in death are two daughters, Beulah LcCOSSE abd Rosella F. DORAN; and three brothers, Ralph, Edward and Lee SEVERNS.

Surviving are one daughter, Judy LINK RODENARGER, Frankfort; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m Thursday at the First Baptist Church, Mentone, with Rev. Joe OLSON officiating. Burial will be at Sycamore Cemetery, Mentone Visitatio will be from 11 a.m.-2 p.m Thursday at the church.

Wednesday June 26, 1996

Mildred E. Diveley

Nov. 19, 1898 - March 9, 1996

Mildred E. DIVELEY, 97, formerly of Kewana, died at 7 p.m. March 9 in Hemphill, Texas.

Born in Grass Creek to Sidney and Rebecca SNYDER POWNALL, she married Russell DIVELEY in 1920. He preceded her in death in 1971. An elementary school teacher in Grass Cree, and Kewana, she retired in 1971. She was a member of the Grass Creek United Methodist Church ad Delta Kappa Gamma, a teacher’s sorority. She graduated from Grass Creek High School and Manchester College.

Preceding her in death were one son, Dale L. DIVELEY.

Surviving are two sons, William R. [DIVELEY], Wilmington, Del., and Darrell K. [DIVELEY], Hamphill, Texas; three grandsons, Kenneth R. [DIVELEY], Bradenton, Fla., Jonathan S. [DIVELEY], Richmond, Va., and Keith W. [DIVELEY], Plano, Texas; one great-granddaughter; three great-grandsons; and one step-great-granddaughter.

Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Grass Creek United Methodist Church with Rev. Don REED officiating. Private burial will be at the Grass Creek Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Grass Creek United Methodist Church.

Floyd L. Tipmore

Jan. 1, 1919 - June 25, 1996

Floyd L. “Bill” TIPMORE, 77, died Tuesday at Mercy Hospital in Miami, Fla., after a long illess. He resided at 11 Island Ave., Apt. 609, Miami Beach, Fla., 33139.

Born Jan. 1, 1919, in Elkhart, he starred in football at Elkhart High School and in 1938 entered Indiana University, where he captained the varsity football and basketball teams. At I.U. he was a member of Delta Upsilon social fraternity along with Blue Key and Sphinx Club honorary societies.

Before graduating from I.U. in 1942 with a degree in finance, he and Joan Elizabeth BARR of Rochester eloped for marriage at Elkhart on July 27, 1940, and last year observed their 55th wedding anniversary

He was a veteran of World War II as a lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy, seeing action in the European, North African and Pacific theatres. After the war he served in Naval Intelligence at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.

Upon leaving the service, he operated a dairy farm east of Rochester before entering the public relaions field in 1958. He was executive vice president of the Huntington Chamber of Commerce for seven years, then became director of public relations and development for Huntington College.

The Tipmores moved in 1971 to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., where he worked at Landmark Bank until retirement in 1985.

Mr. Tipmore was selected to the Silver Anniversary Indiana All-State High School Barketvall team of 1962 and at Huntington was named the Jaycees’ Outstanding Citizen in 1960 and Optimist of the Year in 1966.

He also was a member of the advisory board of Our Lady of Victory Noll, director of the Huntington Chamber of Commerce, director of Indiana College Public Relatios Association Honoraries, American College of Public Relations Association and president of Huntington Rotary Club.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Marianne CANNON, Wenham, Mass.; a son, David TIPMORE, Miami Beach; two granddaughtrs, Emily and Catherine CANNON; a sister, Betty SCHIEBE, Grand Rapids, Mich., nieces and nephews.

A memorial seervice will be conducrted at Miami Beach Friday, following cremation. Memorials may be made to the Catholic Hospice of Miami Lakes, Fla.

Lepha J. Smith

March 5, 1904 - June 25, 1996

Lepha SMITH, 92, Mooresville, died at 10:50 a.m. Tuesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Mooresville.

Born in Rocheter to Frank and Maude E. ZORTMAN MUSSELMAN, she married Samuel SMITH on March 2, 1934. She was a first grade teacher for Wayne Township schools for 22 years, retiring in 1969. She was a member of the Alpha Delta Kappa, a retired teacher’s sorority. She graduated from Blakers Teacher’s College and Butler College.

Surviving are three sons, James R. SMITH, Indianapolis, Thomas M. SMITH, Crown Point, and Jerome P. SMITH, Atlantic City, N.J.; two sisters, Opal SAVAGE and Lova POWELL, both of Rochester; eleven grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Jones Family Mortuary, Mooresville, with Rev. Charles PAXTON officiating. Burial will be at the Washington Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, and visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Friday at the mortuary.

Joseph E. Meiser

Nov. 1, 1912 - June 25, 1995

Joseph Engle MEISER, 83, formerly of Rochester, died at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday at Highland Springs Geeral Hospital, Sebring, Fla.

Born in Blytheville, Ark. to Joe and Jennie ENGLE MEISER, he married Audrey May WEAVER on Jan. 19, 1941 in Rochester. She preceded him in death on Sept. 25, 1994. He has been a resident of Sebring, Fa. for the past 12 years having come from Hudson, Fla. Prior to that he had resided near Rochester. Along with his brother, he owned and operated Meiser’s Excavating business, Rochester, until retirig in 1975.

He was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester. During Word War II he served in the U.S. Army Air Force in the China-Burma Theater.

Surviving are one daughter, Jo Anne KAY, Sebring, Fla.; one granddaughter, Heather KAY, Sebring, Fla.; two sisters, Helen COX, Plymouth, and Dorothy McPHERSON, Lexington, Tenn.; one brother, Harold MEISER and his wife Milly, Rochester; one brother-in-law, Arthur WEAVER and his wife Dorothy, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester, and visitation will be from 2-6 p.m Sunday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Wayne R. Atkinson

July 6, 1916 - June 26, 1996

Wayne R. ATKINSON, 79, Rochester, died at 12:08 Wednesday at Rochester Health Care Center.

Born in Centerville, Iowa to Frank and Margaret ATKINSON, he married Barbara DENISTON. She preceded him in death. He then married Joan HEETER on June 4, 1949 She survives. He lived in Rochester for the past 60 years. He was a retired sales representative with the Terry Berry Company and Inter-Collegiate Press. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, the Manitou Moose Lodge, and the Elks Lodge, all of Rochester.

Preceding him in death were one sister, Lena LOVE.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Patricia CUNNINGHAM, Harper Woods, Mich.; two sons Michael L. ATKINSON, Willis, Texas, and Thomas M. ATKINSON, Rochester; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Private services will be Friday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home with Rev. Robert KRYTZER officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Athens.

Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church.

Thursday, June 27, 1996

Bernice L. Engelman

March 11, 1909 - June 26, 1996

Bernice L. ENGELMAN, 87, formerly of Disko, died at 11:21 a.m. at Wabash County Hospital, Wabash.

Born in Wabash County to Tilden and Ruth A. COPPOCK ENGELMAN, she worked for the former Corner Cupboard Restaurant for 24 years. She was a member of the former Disko United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women.

Preceding her in death were two sisters, Mary Ellen ENGELMAN and Edythe M. FLOHR.

Surviving are one nephew, Dr. James E. FLOHR, Boring, Ore.; two great-nephews, Rev. Kerry L. FLOHR and Kim M. FLOHR; to great-great-nieces, Jill Elaine and Meredith Ann; and two great-great-nephews, Brendan and Chad FLOHR.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Marlin McCANN officiating. Burial will be at Friends Cemetery, Wabash, and visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Friday, June 28, 1996

Madeline Danti

Feb. 9, 1911 - June 26, 1996

Madeline DANTI, 58, formerly of Monterey, died at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at American Health Care Center, Anderson.

Born in Winamac to Albert and Lydia WADE BRUCKER, she married Reynold DANTI February 6, 1940, in Monterey. He died April 3, 1993. She was a member of Saint Anne’s Catholic Church, Monterey.

Also preceding in death was one sister, Evelyn REINHOLT.

Surviving are three daughters, Carol McKEE, Anderson, Lydia McCLINTOCK, Boulder, Colo., and Reyanna RICE, Victor, Mont.; one son, Paul . DANTI, Remington; one brother, Paul F. BRUCKER, Rochester; two sisters, Mary Jane PERRY, Kewanna, and Alberta MILLER CALHOUN, Knox; and eight grandchildren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Saint Anne’s Catholic Church with Rev. Dominic G. YOUNG officiating. Burial will take place at the Saint Anne’s Cemetery, Monterey. Visitation will be from 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday and after 8 a.m. Saturday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Frain Mortuary.

Memorials may be made to the Saint John’s Hospice, Anderson.

Betty M. Yeider

Betty Maxine ZARTMAN YEIDER, 70, formerly of Rochester, died at 5:15 Thursday at Park View Hospital, Fort Wayne, following an auto accident near Woodburn.

Arrangemens are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, June 29, 1996

Betty M. Yeider

Jan. 5, 1926 - June 27, 1996

Betty Maxine ZARTMAN YEIDER, 70, 22625 Main St., Woodburn, died at 5:04 p.m. Thursday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, following an accident at Indiana 14 and 101 near Woodburn.

She was born in Miami County to Dewey M. and Bernice WELLER ZARTMAN. On April 25, 1945 in Logansport she married Roger D. YEIDER Jr., who survives. She lived in Rochester, Fort Waye and Coldwater, Mich., before moving to Woodburn. In 1963 she retired from Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, after 16 years of service. She was a member of the First Christia Church, Rochester, and a 1944 Rochester High Schol graduate. She studied genealogy and worked at the Allen County Public Library Department of Genealogy.

Surviving with her husband are nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were two brothers, Winsell ZARTMAN and Jack ZARTMAN.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with the Revs. Robert N. STORY and Maury BRENNEMAN officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday and one hour before services Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association or to the visually impaired.

Monday, July 1, 1996

Gordon W. Bouman

Dec. 22, 1923 - June 30, 1996

Gordon W. BOUMAN, 72, formerly of Warsaw, died at 4:30 a.m. Sunday at his home in Tucson, Ariz.

Born in Zeeland, Mich. to Gerrit and Della BOUMAN, he married Carolyn DALMAN August 13, 1941 in Holland, Mich. She survives.

He was a custodian for the Warsaw Community School Systen and a member of the Pleasant Fiew Bible Church, Warsaw.

Preceding him in death were two sisters and one granddaughter.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Lynda BERGIN, Duebla, Mexico, and Susan KELLNER, Spring Hill, Fla.; three sons, Daniel BOUMAN, Gibsons, British Columbia, Canada, Jack BOUMAN, York, Penn., and Sam BOUMAN and his wife Rose, Wakarausa; ten grandchildren; one sister, and four brothers.

Services wil be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Pleasant View Bible Church, with Rev. Lowell LANDIS officiating. Burial will be at the Pleasant View Cemetery, Warsaw. King Memorial Home, Mentone, is in charge of the arrangements for a private family burial.

Donetta Oldham

Donnetta OLDHAM, 69, Nyona Lake, died at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Tuesday, July 2, 1996

Phyllis J. Geerken

Nov. 17, 1928 - June 30, 1996

Phyllis J. WALTER GEERKEN, 67, formerly of Rochester, died at 3:05 p.m. Sunday in Kendallville.

Born in Fort Wayne to Ralph and Estella HENSCHEN WALTER, she married Wilbur G. GEERKEN November 28, 1968 in Fort Wayne. He preceded her in death. She lived in Rochester from 1972 to 1992, where she was secretary First Presbyterian Church.

Surviving are one daughter, Linda S. SPADE, Fort Wayne; one sister, Doris J. ALLGOOD, Fort Wayne; and three grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, Fort Wayne, with Dr. James WESTPFAHL officiating. Burial will be at the Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.

Robert L. Gray

Dec. 3, 1916 - July 1, 1996

Robert L. GRAY, 79, Akron, died Monday at his residence.

Born in Miami Couty to Richard M. and Gertrude SUNDAY GRAY, he married Geneva B. “Babe” DILLARD Sept. 19, 1938 in Akron. She survives. He retired from Sealed Power, Rochester, and was a member of the Henry Township Volunteer Fire Department for over 60 years.

Preceding him in death were three brothers, Clifford, John and Orville [GRAY].

Surviving with his wife were two daughters, Bonnie OVERLANDER and Barbara GABY, both of Akron; two granddaughters; two step-granddaughters; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ed GRAY and his wife Elizabeth and Bud GRAY and his wife Shirley, all of Akron; four sisters, Katherine BENNER, Warsaw, Mary Ellen WISE, Burket, Vivian SPENCE and Lois WOOLLEY, both of Akron.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Lowell BURRUS officiating. Burial will be at the Akron Cemetery and visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Henry Township Fire Department.

Alfred D. Johnson

June 11, 1897 - July 1, 1996

Alfred D. JOHNSON Sr., 99, a long-time Fulton resident, died at 10:20 p.m. Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Streator, Ill., to Melvin and Maude STOUT JOHNSON, he married Muriel M. SHOEMAKER on Nov. 21, 1922 in Rensselaer. She preceded him in death Dec. 3, 1980.

He was a self-employed truck driver and served in World War I with the U.S. Army in France. He was the last living World War I veteran in Fulton County. He was also a member of the American Legion, Rocheter.

Preceding him in death with his wife were one son, James M. JOHNSON; one brother; and four sisters.

Surviving are three daughters, Kathern FEECE, Argos, Jean STUCKEY, Indianapolis, and Ellen CAPLETTE, Southbridge, Mass.; one son, Alfred D. “Buck” JOHNSON Jr., Lincoln, Neb.; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. George TROYER officiating. Burial wil be at the Fulton Cemetery and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and after 12 noon on Friday at the funeral home. Graveside military rites will be conducted by the Rocheter American Legion and VFW Posts.

Donetta O. Oldham

March 19, 1927 - July 1, 1996

Donnetta O. OLDHAM, 69, Nyona Lake, died at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Noblesville to John ad Esther HODSON STEWART, she married Veryl E. OLDHAM on March 19, 1946 in Indianapolis. He survives. She was a resident of the Nyona Lake community for the past 23 years, havig come from Kokomo. She was a nurses aid at Woodlawn Hospital for 25 years and a member of the Grass Creek United Methodist Church. She was also a 1945 graduate of Noblesville High School.

Surviving with her husband are four sons, Ronald J. OLDHAM, Tampa, Fla., Edwin W. OLDHAM, Nyona Lake, Galen M. OLDHAM and his wife Gloria and Stewart A. OLDHAM, both of Denver, Colo.; six grandchildren, Andrew P., Daniel S. and David E. OLDHAM, all of Denver, and Lannie J. OLDHAM, Ladda FERGUSON and Theresa OLDHAM, all of Bradenton, Fla.; oe great-granddaugher, Morgan OLDHAM, Bradenton; two step-great-grandchildren, Amber and Stephanie OLDHAM, Bradenton; three sisters, Barbara GODBY, Brownsburg, Marilyn TURNER, Greenwood, and Janet HASKETT, Westfield; and two brothers, John STEWART, Georgetown, Ind., Donald STEWART and his wife Patty, Sheridan; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Grass Creek United Methodist Church with Rev. Don REED officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memory Garden, Kokomo. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and from 12 noon Wednesday until the service.

Wednesday, July 3, 1996

[no obits]

Thursday, July 4, 1996

[no paper - holiday]

Friday, July 5, 1996 to Saturday, July 6, 1996

[no obits]

Monday July 8, 1996

Robert G. Beck

Aug. 14, 1929 - July 6, 1996

Robert G. BECK, 66, Rochester, died at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Medical Center, South Bend.

Born in Vermillion County to Benjamin and Gladys HILL BECK, he married Lavada M. HARDY on April 30, 1954 in Gary. She preceded him in death on Nov. 19, 1990. He then married Bertha Jo KING CHAMBERS on April 27, 1993. She survives.

He retired in 1989 from Northern Indiana Public Service, Gary, as a construction superintendent with 38 years of service. He was a member of the Richland Center United Methodist Church, I.O.O.F. Lodge No. 435, Masonic Lodge No. 79, Scottish Rite Lodge, South Bend, national Rifle Association, and the 2 Cylider Club of Grundy, Iowa. He was a 1948 graduate of Horace Mann High School, Grundy, Iowa, where he played football. He attended Arizona State University and played semi-pro football in Chicago. He served with the U.S. Army in the Korean War. He moved to the Rochester community from Merrillville in 1966.

Preceding him in death were three brothers, Benjamin, Gerald and Thomas [BECK].

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Paula WENTZ, Warsaw, Jennifer BECK, Mentone; three sons, Robert BECK ad his wife Janet, Daniel BECK, and Karl BECK and his wife Sonja, all of Rochester; eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; three step-daughters, Lori CHAMBERS, Twelve Mile, Julie HUTCHINSON, Denver, ad Vicki RADER, Logansport; five step-grandchildren; one sister, Myrtle NAULT, Hobart.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Sam OVERMYER officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m Monday and one hour before services at the funeral home. Masonic Lodge No. 79 will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m Monday at the funeral home The American Legion and VFW Posts will conduct military graveside rites.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Tuesday, July 9, 1996

Phyllis M. Martin

July 30, 1921 - July 7, 1996

Phyllis M. MARTIN, 74, Rochester, died at 3 a.m. Sunday at her residece.

Born in Windfall to Lawrence and Margaret DAVIS SHRADER, she married Harold MARTIN. He preceded her in death. She had lived in Tippecanoe Shores since 1973, having come from Hemlock. She was a homemaker.

Also preceding in death was one brother, Vernon SHRADER.

Surviving are three daughers, Sandra S. LORTS, Sharpsville, Mary M. WHEELDON, Marion, and Joette J. SURRISI, Culver; five grandchidren; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Malissa ANDERSON, Culver.

No services or visitation are planned. Burial will be private. Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, is in charge of arrangements.

Naomi L. Hutchens

April 21, 1922 - July 9, 1996

Naomi L. HUTCHENS, 74, Rochester, died at 4 a.m. Tuesday at her residence.

Born in Redbridge to Burvia and Ruth MALOTT ECKELBARGER, she married Donald E. HUTCHENS July 20, 1945 near Peru. He survives.

She retired from Topps Manufacturing, Rochester, after 20 years of service. She also assisted in the operation of the Hutchens Egg and Produce Business, Rochester, with her husband for several years. She lived in Rochester since 1951, having come from Converse.

Surviving with her husband are one son, Randy HUTCHENS, Rochester; two grandchildren, Brandy and Amber HUTCHENS, Rocheter; two sisters, Mary REED and her husbad, Sterling, Swayzee, and Rose Ellen SHANE and her husband Kenneth, Kokomo; and one brother, Virgil ECKELBARGER and his wife Betty, Gas City.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rocheter, with Rev. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester, and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and after 9 a.m. Thursday until services at the funeral home.

Wednesday, July 10, 1996

Clara M. Wright

Word has been received of the death of Clara Mae ROBBINS WRIGHT, 102.

Born Dec. 15, 1893 in Fulton County to Charles and Elva LACKEY ROBBINS, she died in Fullerton, Calif. She was the eldest of six children. She graduated [in 1912] from Rocheter High School and attended Indiana University, where she was a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority. She later was an active member of the sorority’s alumni association in Los Angeles. She was its oldest living member. She also was a charter member of the Beta Mu chapter of Tri Kappa in Rochester. She moved to Los Angeles in 1922, where she taught school and later owned and operated Trice Furniture in Gendale, Calif. After her retirement she traveled extensively and was active in the Beverly Hills Women’s Club.

Preceding her in death was a brother, C. Howard ROBBINS, Rochester.

Surviving are six nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and grand-nephews.

No services were held.

Danny J. Townsend

Dec. 3, 1952 - July 9, 1996

Danny J. TOWNSEND, 43, Lucerne, died at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in Logansport to Vernard and Doris MUSALL TOWNSEND, he married Connie S. EDWARDS on Oct. 3, 1993 in New Waverly She survives. He and his wife purchased the Red Barn Cafe, Fulton, this spring and opened the business in June. He also operated an antique restoration shop called Restore and More, Lucerne. A U.S Army veteran, he was a member of the Eagles Lodge No. 323, the Helm Street Church of God, and the Cass County 4-H Association.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Xarrisse M. TOWNSEND and one son, Joseph Daniel TOWNSEND, both at home; three sisters, Joy WALKER, Logansport, Wanda WILLIS, Chaffee, Mo., and Carla HUNNICUTT, Logansport; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturay at the McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, with Rev. Gary A. JORDAN officiating. Burial and military graveside rites will take place in the Davis Cemetery, Burnettsville. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Cass County Youth 4=H or the Indiana Medical Center Organ Trandsplant Program.

Lucy R. Stockberger

May 16, 1918 - July 9, 1996

Lucy R. STOCKBERGER, 78, Rochester, died at 9:25 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rocheter.

Born in Ober to John P. and Ona SUSDORF, she married Harold I. STOCKBERGER on Jan. 21, 1939 in Knox. He preceded her in death May 19, 1975. She was a homemaker and a member of the Whippoorwill Church. She lived most of her life in the Rochester community.

Also preceding in death were one son, Delbert [STOCKBERGER]; one brother Lovell OSBORNE; and two sisters, Ota SUTTON and Alta HOLLOWAY.

Surviving are two daughters, Joyce Ann Van DOREN and her husband Byron, Akron, Mary Jane SEABOLT and her husband Charles, Rochester; ;one son, Dennis James STOCKBERGER and his wife Janet, Rochester; eleven grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Vera NEEHER, New Carlisle, and Laura DOEDEN, Houston, Texas.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Brian SEWELL officiating. Burial will take place at the Richland Center I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday until services at the funeral home.

Thursday, July 11, 1996

Janice Wesner

July 6, 1939 - July 9, 1996

Janice “Sue” BOOKS WESNER, 57, Plano, Texas, died at 12 p.m. Tuesday at Columbia Medical Center, Plano.

Born in Rochester to Everett F. and Esther F. PICKENS BOOKS, she married Darrell E. WESNER on February 14, 1959 in Logansport. He survives. She had lived in Texas for 4 1/2 years, having come from Rochester, N.Y. She was a graduate of Rochester High School, attended Elkhart University, and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Rochester.

Preceding her in death was her father in 1966.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Kim HOLLADAY, Huntsville, Ala.; two sons, William WESNER, Dallas, Texas, and Jon WESNER, Houston, Taxes; two grandchildren, Andrew and Gary Jr. HOLLADAY, Huntsville; her mother, Esther F. BOOKS, Rochesrer; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Sparkman and Hilcrest Funeral Home, Dallas, Texas. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of local arrangements.

Janet E. Hunt

May 13, 1915 - July 8, 1996

Janet E. HUNT, 81, Denver, formerly of Peru, died at 5:30 p.m. Monday at Regency Place, South Bend.

Born in Peru to Elbert and Ethel BEHNEY ROGERS, she married Richard REINEKE on Oct. 24, 1936 in Peru. He preceded her in death on May 18, 1963. She then married Wilbur V. HUNT on Nov. 13, 1965 in Peru. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Peru, a 1933 graduate of Peru High School, and a Peru Circus secretary. She also was one of the founders of the Peru Chamber of Commerce and active in creating the Holman School PTA, Peru. She retired from American Stationary Company, Peru in 1971 having worked there for 11 years. She and her husband owned and operated the Denver Hardware from 1977 until their retirement in 1991.

Preceding in death with her first husband are one brother, Elbert ROGERS Jr.

Surviving are one son, Dr. Jan Richard REINEKE, South Bend; three daughters, Becky VENICE, Cottage Grove, Calif., Nancy TUBERTY, Franklin, Tenn., and Peggy BLAUVELT, South Bend; one step-son, Craig Knowles HUNT, Townshend, Vt.; three step-daughters, Diana BORSE, Alice, Texas, Marcia NILLSON, Calif., and Terry FORSECHA, Ala.; thirty-one grandchildren, and seventeen great-Grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Virgil BAKER officiating. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. at Mount Hope Cemetery, Peru. Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Saturday.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of St. Joseph County, 108 North Main Street, South Bend, 46601.

Friday, July 12, 1996

Donald Garvison

Donald GARVISON, 69, Rochester, died at 7:45 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Medical Center, South Bend. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, July 13, 1996

Donald Garvison

Feb. 22, 1927 - July 12, 1996

Services for Donald T. GARVISON, 68, 1505 Sunset Drive, will be at 10:30 am. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home.

The Rev. Robert STORY will officiate. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery where military graveside rites will be conducted by the American Legion and VFW. Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Sunday and after 10:30 a.m. Monday.

Mr. Garvison died at 7:45 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Medical Center, South Bend, where he had been a patient for three weeks. He had been in failing health for the last two years.

He was born in Winamac to John and Nellie TABLER GARVISON. He moved to Rochester in 1954. On July 19, 1954 at Crown Point he married Marilyn J. KOONS, who survives.

He served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II in the Pacific Theater. He was a former bus driver to the Rochester Community School Corporation. He retired from the Riddle Elementary School custodial staff in 1990. He attended the First Christian Church. he was a Cub Scoutmaster and member of the LeRoy Shelton America Legion Post, the Richland Center I.O.O.F. Lodge and the Richland Township Fish and Game Club.

Survivng with his wife are two sons, Russell and Sherry ROGERS, and Douglas and Susie GARVISON, both of Rochester, and three sisters, Violet BUNNELL, Logansport; Bessie MULARSKI, Ora., and Mrs. Ben (Daisy) RAKOWSKI, Spencer. Preceding in death were two brothers, Noah and Noble WALTHER.

Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation.

Monday, July 15, 1996

James E. Lease

March 16, 1937 - July 13, 1996

James E. LEASE, 59, Rochester, died Saturday morning at his residence.

Born in Litchfield, Ill., to Herrold J. and Alida BABCOCK LEASE, he owned and operated Jim Lease Office Machines, Rochester. He was a member of the Rochester First Baptist Church, the Fulton Masonic Lodge and vice president of the Wabash chapter of Parents Without Partners.

Surviving are one daughter, Marcia Susan LEASE BUCK and her husband, Carl, Charlottesvile, Va.; one son, David M. LEASE and his wife Trinity, Rochester; three grandchildren, Amanda M. and Alexandra LEASE and Jeffrey D. BUCK; and one brother, Howard J. LEASE, Rochester.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rocheter, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The Fulton Masonic Lodge will conduct ervices at 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army or the Fulton County Historicl Society.

Sidney V. Spohn

Sept. 20, 1933 - July 14, 1996

Sidney SPOHN, 62, Argos, died at 4:35 p.m. Sunday at his residece.

Born in Lapaz to Freemont and Virginia SMITH SPOHN, he married Dorothy WOLF on June 21, 1953 in Argos. She survives. He retired in 1995 from Wood-Teck, Argos. He was a volunteer for the Argos Fire Department for 17 years and had served in the U.S. Army Reserves for four years.

Surviving with his wife are four daughters, Donna BURGER and her husband Alan, Osceola, Janice DIANGIKIS and her husband Robert, Argos, Susan GOOD, Argos, and Lori AMAN and her husband James, Bourbon; one son, David SPOHN and his wife Sharon, Plymouth; eighteen grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Lorene WELDY and her husband Charles, and Doris HINES, Plymouth.

Services will be at 2 p.m.Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Rev. Tom PADBEIG officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Marshall County.

Marjorie E. Cave

April 1, 1929 - July 14, 1996

Marjorie E. CAVE, 67, Rochester, died at 9:40 a.m. Sunday at St. Vincents Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born near Fulton to George and Betty WINEGARDNER HARVEY, she married Francis E. CAVE on Jan.16, 1971 in Rochester. He survives. She worked for the former Kingsbury Ordnance Plant, near LaPorte, Torin Manufacturing Co., Inc. and CLEVE PAC, both of Rochester.

Preceding her in deth were one daughter, Robin DAGUE; and two brothers, George HARVEY Jr. and Gene HARVEY.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Penny HILL, Rochester, and Teri HAWKS and her husband Joe, Marion; one son, Brian CAVE, Rochester; [six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren]; six sisters, Donnabelle ROGERS and Doris WARNER and her husband Norman, Rochester, Betty PUTNAM and her husband Doyal, Argos, Carol KINDIG and her husband Fred and Barbara HOLLOWAY and her husband, Mike, Mentone, and Linda BRENAN, Palmdale, Calif., and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiatig. Burial will be at the Fulton Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m Tuesday and for one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetic Fund or to the American Heart Association.

Charlotte E. Reed

Charlotte E. REED, 77, Twelve Mile, died at 9:55 a.m. Saturday at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Lansing, Mich.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Tuesday, July 16, 1996

Charlotte E. Reed

June 12, 1919 - July 13, 1996

Charlotte Evelyn REED, 77, Twelve Mile, died at 9:55 a.m. Saturday at Michigan Capitol Medical Center, Lansing, Mich.

Born in Twelve Mile to Horace and Nellie VORHEES PUTERBAUGH, she married John Everett REED. He preceded her in death in 1951. She was a self-employed cosmetologist and beautician and a retired employee of the Sherrill Corp., Mexico. She was a member of the Bethlehem United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women, Twelve Mile.

Preceding in death, with her husband, were two sisters, Mary PUTERBAUGH and Eva LAMB; and three half-brothers, Harold SHOCK, Frank PUTERBAUGH and Max PUTERAUGH.

Surviving are one daughter, Mary K. DeLONG, Springport, Mich.; one son, Richard L. REED, Los Angeles, Calif.; two grandchildren, Gina Louise WILSON and Eric David DeLONG; one great-grandson, Chandler David DeLONG; and one brother, Horace L. PUTERBAUGH II, Maryland.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Judy ADAMS officiating. Burial will be at the Bethlehem Cemetery, Twelve Mile, and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Wednesday, July 17, 1996

Edith M. Tilden

Oct. 17, 1911 - July 16, 1996

The second fatal traffic accident along U.S. 31 this month claimed the life of a Macy woman Tuesday. Edith M TILDEN, 84, Macy, died at Woodlawn Hospital from injuries received in a 9:20 a.m. accident at U.S. 31 and Old U.S. 31` Tuesday.

Police say Tilden was heading toward Rochester on Old U.S. 31 when she was hit by a truck drive by Stephen M. LAWLESS, 41, Howard City, Mich.

Lawless told police he was northbound on U.S. 31 and Tilden slowed but did not stop at the median She then continued into his lane, he said. Lawless said he swerved, but was unable to avoid her.

Tilden is the sixth traffic accident fatality in Fulton County this year.

On July 3 a car driven by Harold B. WILSON, 87, LaPorte, left the road, hit an embankment at the Tippecanoe River, became airborne and landed near the riverbank.

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Edith M. TILDEN, 84, Macy, died at 10:04 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hosptal.

Born in Miami County to Elmer and Margaret DAY HARTZLER, she married Henry L. TILDEN July 19, 1930 in Rochester. He preceded her in death Jan. 17, 1993. She was a cook at North Miami Elementary School for 11 years and a homemaker. She was a member of the Emmanuel Church and attended Deedsville United Methodist Church.

Preceding her in death with her husband were one son, Ronald TILDEN and one sister, Evelyn STALLARD.

Surviving are one son, Dennis TILDEN and his wife Marquita, Macy; one grandson, Jeffrey D. TILDEN, Greentown, and one sister, [Mrs.] Estel (Opal) FLENNER, Rochester.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Rick STONE officiatng. Burial will be at Enterprise [Tombaugh] Cemetery, Roann. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the charity of choice.

Thursday, July 18, 1996

Suzanna Schultz

Suzanna SCHULTZ, 87, Rochester, died Tuesday.

Preceding her in death was her husband Clarence.

Survivig are one daugher, Sharon CROSSETT and her husband George, Rochester; three grandchildren, Bruce, Pam and Greg; and five great-grandchildren, Nicole, Dana, Christopher, Jessica, and Ashley.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Friday at the Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, Oaklawn, Ill. Burial will be at the Evergreen Cemetery and visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Friday, July 19, 1996

Michael E. Rentschler

July 2, 1952 - July 18, 1996

Michael E. “Whitey” RENTSCHLER, 44, Lake Station, formerly of Fulton, died at 2 a.m. Thursday in Tennessee Ridge, Tenn, of a heart attack.

Born in Peru to Ned and Juanita HANAWAY RENTSCHLER, he married Mary MILLER on June 30, 1990 in Portage. She survives. He worked as a carpenter and was a member of the Fulton Baptist Church, and a 1970 graduate of Caston High School who served with the U.S. Army from 1970-1973.

Surviving with his wife are his mother, Juanita RENTSCHLER, Indianapolis; his father and step-mother, Mr. and Mrs. Ned RENTSCHLER, Fulton; two sons, Mike RENTSCHLER and his wife Jen, Indianapolis, and Kyle RENTSCHLER, Missouri; two daughters, Rachelle RENTSCHLER, Indianapolis, Lacey RENTSCHLER, Fulton; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Mervine RENTSCHLER, Fulton; four step-daughters, Tressa GONZALES and her husband Joe, Hobart, Michell ALEXANDER and her husband Brian, Portage, and Donna and Libby KADO, both of Lake Station; two sisters, Linda ULERICK, Indiaapolis, and Nan SCOTT, Twelve Mile; one brother, Dutch RENTSCHLER, Indanapolis; and ten grandchildren.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be at the Fulton Cemetery and visitation wil be from 4-8 p.m Saturday and after 11 a.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Saturday, July 20, 1996

Glen A. Zentz

Glen A. ZENTZ, 84, 1312 Rochester Blvd., died at 6:45 p.m. Friday at his home.

Arrangements are pending at Grossma Funeral Home, Argos.

Herbert G. Bowell

Oct. 4, 1924 - July 19, 1996

Herbert Gene “Bud” BOWELL, 71, 104 Westview Court, Argos, died at 2:10 p.m. Friday at his home. He had been in failing health for a number of years.

He was born in Argos to Herbert H. and Eloyse YEARICK BOWELL. On Sept. 18, 1943 in Argos he married Helen I. ELLIOTT, who survives. He was the owner of Bo Wellco Building, Napoleon, Ohio, and was the retired director of operations for Wicks Corporation, Argos. He retired in 1979 after 20 years of service. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving in the medical corps in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He was a member of the Argos United Methodist Church

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Doug (Sue Ann) STULTZ, Napoleon, Ohio, and Mrs. Joe (Lisa Ann) DUNFEE, Argos; two sons, Robert ALLEN, Benton Harbor, Mich., and Randy ALLEN, Toledo, Ohio; seven grandchildren, and two sisters, Mary RITTER, Lafayette, and Mrs. Harold (Nancy) HENDERSON, Lake Havasu, Ariz. Preceding in death was one sister, Evelyn ZINK, ad one brother, Harold [BOWELL].

Services will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Argos United Methodist Church with the Revs. Robin SMITH and Richard LEWKE officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery where graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Friends may call at the church from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Kidney Foundation and the Marshall County Cancer Foundation.

Monday, July 22, 1996

Gene R. Grogg

July 6, 1939 - July 21, 1996

Gene R. GROGG, 57, Rochester, died at 6:43 a.m. Sunday at his residence following an 18-month illness.

Born in Auburn to Albert and Mary E. KESSLER GROGG, he married Jo Ann HICKMAN GROGG on May 21, 1959 in Rochester. She survives. He was a member of the International Union Operating Engineers locals No. 150, South Bend and No. 103, Kokomo. From 1977-1993 he was a plant supervisor for McMahan-O’Connor Construction Co., Rochester, retiring in 1995. He also had been associated with Spears-Dehner Construction Co., Fort Wayne, and Phend-Brown Construction Co., Milford. He was a 1957 graduate of Rochester High School and he coached girls softball for many years.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Christy GROGG, Las Vegas, Nev., and Marci SABIN and her husband Al, Rochester; one son, David GROGG and hi wife Sharon, Grand Rapids, Mich.; one grandson, Derek GROGG, Grand Rapids, one sister, Shirley STICE and her husband Clayton, Denver, Colo.; and one brother, Dan GROGG, Rocheter.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. Wednesday until services at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Rochester High School Scholarship General Fund or the Fulton County Cancer Fund.

James Craig

James CRAIG, 58, Rochester, died at 4:15 p.m. Sunday at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Van Gilder Funeral Home, Plymouth.

Glenn A. Zentz

Feb. 26, 1912 - July 19, 1998

Glenn A. ZENTZ, 84, Rochester, died at 6:39 p.m. Friday at her residence.

Born in Richland Township to Henry and Elsie McGRIFF SANDERS, she married Arthur H. ZENT on Nov. 5, 1931 on Lake Bruce; he survives. She was a homemaker and a member of the Walnut Township Club.

Preceding her in death were one sister, Blanche OVERMYER, and one brother, Vernon SANDERS.

‘ Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Marilyn CALHOUN and her husband, Don, Rochester; three grandsons; and three great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Rev. Tony SCHNEIDERS officiating. Burial will be at the Walnut Church of the Brethren Cemetery, southeat of Argos. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday and for one hour prior to services.

Ennis T. Smith

June 12, 1908 - July 19, 1996

Ennis T. SMITH, 88, North Judson, died at 10:15 a.m. Friday at his residence.

Born in North Judson to Ora E. and Eunice SMITH, he married Helen L. SMITH on Nov. 11, 1941 in Rockville. She survives. He was a retired mechanic from the Indiana Department of Transportation, LaPorte District. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 92, the Masonic Lodge No. 438, and the North Judson United Methodist Church. He was an Army veteran.

Surviving with his wife are two sons, David E. SMITH, Muncie, and Palmer J. SMITH, Knox; one sister, Lenora COOK, Winter Haven, Fla.; and two grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the North Judson United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Pioneer Cemetery, North Judson. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Sunday with Masonic Lodge No. 438 services at 7:30 p.m.

Joan K. Knight

April 16, 1942 - July 18, 1996

Joan K. ZARTMAN [KNIGHT], 54, Bay St. Louis, Mo., formerly of Fulton, died Thursday.

Born in Rochester to Wayne and Ruth (STANLEY) ZARTMAN, she married Rev. Vernon R. KNIGHT in Jan. 1975. He survives. She operated a public accountant service in Fulton until 1975. She was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Pines, Waveland, Miss.

Preceding her in death was her father on Jan. 25, 1954.

Surviving with her husband are her mother and step-father, Ruth and Hugh SMITH, Fulton; two daughteers, Valerie and Joy KNIGHT, Bay St. Louis, Mo.; one son, Jay KNIGHT, Bay St. Louis; one step-daughrtr, Brenda FLETCHER, Shelton, Neb.; two step-sons, Vernon R. KNIGHT Jr., Lincoln, Neb., and Bruce KNIGHT, New York; one brother, Mark ZARTMAN, Logansport; and four grandchildren.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday with Rev. George V officiating. Burial will be at the Fulton Cemetery. Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the Missions of the Lutheran Church of Missouri Synod.

Violet O. Simmons

July 18, 1913 - July 30, 1996

Violet O. SIMMONS, 83, formerly of Flora, died Saturday at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Monroe, Wis.

Born in Hamilton County to Frank and Lillie SIMMS HUNNICUTT, she married Robert L. SIMMONS on October 26, 1932 in Brownstone. He survives. They moved from Flora to Avon Township in 1959, where they farmed until 1992. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Brodbent, Wis., and a past member of the Homemakers of Carroll County.

Preceding her in death were one son, Robert [SIMMONS] Jr., in 1992; two brothers, Jesse and Bill [HUNNICUTT]; and three sisters, Pearl, Martha, and Maude [HUNNICUTT].

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Ruby REED and her husband Don, Kewanna, and Roberta EVANS and her husband Tom, Madison, Wis.; thirteen grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

Services will be at 11 a.m Tuesday at the United Methodist Church, Brodbent, with Rev. Amos SHIMKO officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Brodbent. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m Monday at the Newcomer Funeral Home, Brodbent.

Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church, Brodbent.

Tuesday, July 23, 1996

James L. Craig

July 29, 1937 - July 21, 1996

James L. CRAIG, 58, Rochester, died at 4:15 p.m. Sunday at his home.

Born in Eaton, Ohio to John Daniel and Margaret Louise TUTHILL CRAIG, he married Nancy PRINCE on June 1, 1974. She survives. He worked as a carpenter at Culver Military Academy. Before coming to Rochester he lived in the Culver area for 12 years. He was also a member of the Culver Bible Church.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Doreen KAY, Bremen; three sons, Mark Allen CRAIG and Gerald Wayne CRAIG, both of Bremen, and Charles Robert CRAIG, South Bend; three step-daughters, Penny KERSEY, Kimberly DEWITT, and Jolene WOLVERTON, all of Culver; one sister, Barbara CHEATHAM, Whitesvburg, Ga.; three brothers, Floyd CRAIG, Yankeetown, Fla., and George and Edward CRAIG, both of Villa Rica, Ga.; and fourteen grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Culver Bible Church, with the Rev. Daniel HUHN officiating. Burial will be at the New Oak Hill Cemetery and visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Van Gilder Funeral Home, Plymouth.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Wayne Corn

Wayne CORN, 72, Warsaw, died at 1 a.m. today at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Wednesday, July 24, 1996

Wayne E. Corn

July 23, 1925 - July 23, 1996

Wayne E. CORN, 72 [?], Mentone, died at 1 a.m. Tuesday at Kosciuskoi Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Summitville to Nellie and Charles E. CORN Sr., he married Betty NEVE in Sept. 1951. She preceded him in death May 29, 1982. He then married Eleanor WAGNER on July 21, 1986 in Warsaw. She survives. He resided in the Mentone area for 25 years having come from Daleville. He was a factory worker and a U.S. Navy veteran.

Preceding him in death were one brother and two sisters.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Sandra MILLER, Warsaw, and Patricia BENICKE, St. Germain, Wis.; two sons, Stephen BARKDULL, Idianapolis, and Wayne E. CORN Jr., Warsaw; four stepchildren; four grandchildren, ten step-grandchildren; eight step great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Joseph H. CORN, Marquette, Mich., and Charles E. CORN Jr., Daleville.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Saunders Cemetery, Daleville, with Rev. Chad BURKHART officiating. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, and also Friday from 9-11 a.m. at Ballard and Sons Funeral Home, Daleville.

Douglas M. Shepherd

April 11, 1942 - July 23, 1996

Douglas M. SHEPHERD, 54, Burket, died at 3:23 p.m. Tuesday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Garth, Ky. to Ike and Virgina SCARBERRY SHEPHERD, he married Betty Lou STAMBAUGH. She survives. He had lived in Burket since 1983, and worked at Creighton Brothers for 32 years.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Beverly SHEPHERD WRIGHT, Claypool; one son, Timmy SHEPHERD, Atwood; three sisters, Jackie MAHASKA, Palestine, and Mary CRUM and Lorene GRIFFITH, Martin, Ky.; three brothers, Carl Edward SHEPHERD, Burket, Ralph SHEPHERD, Etna Green, Monroe SHEPHERD, Martin, Ky.; and three grandchildren.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Chad BURKHART officiating. Burial will be at Palestine Cemetery and visitation will be Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

John J. Bartosik

Sept. 11, 1925 - July 23, 1996

John Jack BARTOSIK, 71, Argos, died at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County.

Born in Czechoslovakia to John and Anna BARTOSIK, he married Luz BARTOSIK in 1971 in Emhurst, Ill. She survives. He came to the U.S.A. at the age of 2 and was a resident of the Argos community since 1980 having come from Bellwood, Ill. He was a roofer for Clark Roofing Co., Bellwood, Ill., retiring in 1980. He was also a U.S. Army veteran serving in World War II.

Preceding him in death were two brothers, Frank and Walter [BARTOSIK].

Surviving with his wife are seven daughters, Karen SAYLERS and her husband Terry and Denise ROWE and her husband Marvin, both of Knox, Cathy CALHOUN and her husband Brian, Plymouth, Lynn WOODWARD, Valparaiso, Chris WILKENS and her husband Jim, Culver, Laura HUBERS and her husband John, Demotte, and Anna ROBBINS and her husband Terry, Monterey; seventeen grandchildren; two sisters, Mary LICHWA, Lyons, Ill., and Anna OTRESINA, Arkansas, and one brother, Milton BARTOSIK.

Services will be at 4 p.m. Friday at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Rev. Mahendra ANANDAPPA officiating. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Lena M. Igo

July 26, 1903 - July 23, 1996

Lena M. IGO, 92, Winona Lake, died at 8:25 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Village Retirement Center, Winona Lake.

Born in Franklin Township, Kosciusko County to John and Lulu TIPTON TUCKER, she married Ernest IGO Dec. 22, 1923. He preceded her in death. She lived in the Mentone area all of her life and was a former school teacher and homemaker. She was a member of the Beaver Dam United Methodist Church, the Ladies Aid, and a former member of Eastern Star.

Preceding her in death with her husband were two brothers and three sisters.

Surviving are one daughter, Shirley SMALLEY and her husband Wayne, Beaver Dam Lake; one son, Miles IGO and his wife Maxine, Melbourne,Fla.; seven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Beaver Dam United Methodist Church, Akron, with Rev. Evelyn TAYLOR CAIN officiating. Burial will be at Nichols Cemetery, Akron, and visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Memorials may be made to the Beaver Dam United Methodist Church Memorial Fund or the American Cancer Society.

Thursday, July 25, 1996

Lena M. Igo

July 26, 1903 - July 23, 1996

Lena M. IGO, 92, Winona Lake, died at 8:25 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Village Retirement Center, Winona Lake.

Visistaion hours have been extended. The new hours are from 3-8 p.m. Friday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Beaver Dam United Methodist Church, Akron, and burial will be at Nichols Cemetery, Akron.

Susan J. Salyer

Feb. 1, 1942 - July 24, 1996

Susan Jane SALYER, 54, Claypool, died at 12:30 a.m. Wednesday at her residence.

Born in Rochester to Casey and Hazel SAMPSON MORGAN, she married Cecil SALYER on Oct. 1, 1960. He preceded her in death on Oct. 10, 1990. She lived in Kosciusko County for 36 years as a homemaker.

Preceding her in death with her husband were her parents and one sister.

Surviving are one daughter, Jody CLICK, Silver Lake; two sons, Jeff SALYER, Claypool, Jim SALYER, Pierceton; one brother, Charles MORGAN, North Manchester; and four grandchildren.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, with Rev. Richard W. ANDERSON officiating Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Jodie R Ginther

Jodie Renee GINTHER, 22, Arcadie, died Monday at Riverview Hospital, Noblesville.

Surviving are her mother, Jane ALLEN; father, Dan W. GINTHER; step-mother, Karen GINTHER; two sisters, Amy and Christy GINTHER; and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles ALLEN, and Mr. and Mrs. Harry GINTHER.

Private family services are planned. Flanner and Buchanan Mortuary is in charge of arrangemets.

Friday, July 26, 1996

Richard P. Warfield

Nov. 8, 1924 - July 25, 1996

Richard P. WARFIELD, 71, Kewanna, died at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at his residence.

Born in Kewanna to Ned and Retha [IRVEN] WARFIELD, he married Thelma HUFF on Dec. 28, 1956 in Rochester. She survives. He was a retired farmer and liked to drive his tractor, fish and camp.

Preceding him in death were one grandson and two sisters.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Ginny SAVAGE, Kewanna; two step-sons, Ronald POWELL, Salem, Ore., and Richard POWELL, Kewanna; one brother, Raymond WARFIELD, Kewanna; three sisters, Loma Lou COLLINS, Kewanna, Betty Jean URBIN, Fulton, and Charlotte ROBBINS, Kewanna; and seven grandchildren.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, with Rev. Cliff GANO officiating. Burial will be at the Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Saturday and after 9 a.m. Sunday until services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House of Indiana.

Ersa M. Sommers

Ersa M. SOMMERS, 93, formerly of Kewanna, died at 5:25 a.m. Friday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport. Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Francis V. Heater Jr.

Oct. 2, 1949 - July 25, 1996

Francis V. “Butch” HEATER Jr., 46, Kewanna, died at 12:51 p.m. Thursday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

Born in Logansport to Francis V. Sr., and Ellen Jane MINTHORN HEATER, he married Sandra HARNESS on Feb. 14, 1972 in Monticello. She survives. He was a 1970 graduate of Winamac High School and the owner of Sandy’s Firewood Service Inc., Kewanna. He was also an experimental flower grower and a member of the National Rifle Association.

Preceding him in death were one son, one daughrter, and his father.

Surviving with his wife are his mother, Ellen Jane HEATER, Lakeville; one step-son, Franklin GROSS, Kewanna; one son, Raymond HEATER, Kewanna; one daughter, Tanya HEATER, Culver; two brothers, James HEATER, Logansport; John HEATER, Lakeville; three sisters, Cathy LOOKER, Logansport, Mary DOTY, Monterey, and Bonnie ROWLANDS, Monticello; and two step-grandchildren.

No services are planned. Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. Sunday at the Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Hospital Research Department, Fort Wayne.

Saturday, July 27, 1996

Ersa M. Sommers

June 11, 1903 - July 26, 1996

Ersa M. SOMMERS, 93, Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Logansport, died at 5:25 a.m. Friday. She was formerly of Rt. 2, Kewanna.

She was born in Kewanna to Alvah and Melissa FULLER CRABB. On Aug. 12, 1928 at the Kewanna Baptist church she married Herold I. SOMMERS who died Feb. 6, 1981. She graduated from Kewanna High School and was a member of the Grass Creek United Methodist Church and the missionary society of the church. She was a homemaker and 50-year member of the Wayne Frendly Extension Homemakers. She liked to knit, crochet, do craft and work in her garden.

Surviving are one daughter, Charlotte SCHNAPF, Royal Center; one grandson, Gary SCHNAPF, Royal Center, and one half-brother, Al CRABB, Washington, D.C. Preceding in death were one brother and two sisters.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel, with the Rev. Don REED officiating. Burial will be in the Grass Creek Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-9 p.m. Sunday and after 9 a.m. Monday. Memorials may be made to the Grass Creek United Methodist Church and the missionary society.

Robert A. Fry

Oct. 30, 1970 - July 26, 1996

Robert A. FRY, 25, 3242 East 400 North, died at 10:40 a.m. Friday at Parkview Hospitl, Fort Wayne, from injuries received Thursday evening in an accident on U.S. 31 in Miami County.

He was born in South Bend to Richard A. and Jacqueline NOWAK FRY. On Sept. 5, 1991 in Rochester he married Velma Jean HECHT, who survives. He had lived in Fulton County for 11 years and worked at Topps Industries.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Kayla and Amber [FRY]; one sister, Mrs. Keith (Tina) McINTIRE, Tippecanoe; one brother, Richard G. [FRY], Akron; and his father, Richard A. [FRY], Nyona Lake.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Friends may call after 11:30 a.m. Monday.

Monday, July 29, 1996

Charles D. Byers

Sept. 27, 1915 - July 26, 1996

Charles Dwight BYERS, 80, Plymouth, died at 4 p.m. Friday at his residence.

Born in Argos to Ernest K. and Addie COMPTON BYERS, he married Evelyn HARDESTY on July 28, 1935 in Coldwater, Mich. She preceded him in death on Sept. 27, 1984. He retired in 1977 as a Lieutenant with the correctional staff of the Indiana State Prison System, Michigan City. He also served in the U.S. Army in World War II and with the U.S. Airforce in the Korean War.

Preceding him in death with his wife were one grandson, Patrick [BYERS], one sister and two brothers.

Surviving are three sons, Jimmy BYERS and his wife Susannah, Westville, Teddy BYERS and his wife Cathleen, Mishawaka, and Charles BYERS and his wife Bridget, Culver; seven grandchildren; three great-grndchidren; five sisters, Edith ECKMAN, Culver; Martha ANDREWS, Argos, Virginia CARPENTER, Bronson, Mich., Wanda ELDER, Tinley Park, Ill, Audrey HUTCHUNS, Fremont; and one brother, Richard BERRINGER, Chicago, Ill.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Rev. Steve FLACK officiating. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. Wednesday until services at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Cancer Fund.

Rachel Neace

Rachel NEACE, 73, Rochester, died at 11:30 a.m. Sunday at her residence. Foster & Good Funerl Home, Rochester, is in charge of local arrangements. She will be removed to the Watts Funeral Home, Jackson, Ky., where arrangements are pending.

Tuesday, July 30, 1996

Dorothy A. Hightshoe

Nov. 14, 1929 - July 29, 1996

Dorothy Ann HIGHTSHOE, 66, Denver, died at 1:38 p.m. Monday at Saint Joseph Hospital, South Bend.

Born in Allen County to Wilhelminia Johanna GEVERS HETZNER, she married Amel Edward HIGHTSHOE on June 1, 1946 in Peru. He preceded her in death on May 28, 1975. She was a seamstress at Hart Schaffner and Marx, Rochester, for 15 years. She was also a member of the Denver Baptist church.

Preceding her in death with her husband were one daughrter, Peggy Ann HIGHTSHOE; one son, Steve Edward HIGHTSHOE; and one step-brother, Deverl HETZNER.

Surviving are four daughters, Linda BURNS, Macy; Anna Marie COLEMAN, Kokomo, Barbara Jane SHEA, Roann, and Doris Jean BUSH, Culver; two brothers, Alfred William HETZNER, Denver, and John Paul HETZNER, Kokomo; two sisters, Sally SNYDER, Fort Wayne, and Minnie Leona SLUSSER, Denver; seventeen greanchildren, Robin BURNS, Ty MORTON, Beth Ann ANDERS, Shannon ROBINSON, Rebecca BOONRIN, Peggy Ann HUNTER, Travis MORTON, Stephanie HUNTER, Mchael FOSTER, Erin SHEA, Nicole BUSH, Jessica BUSH, Charlotte BUSH, Jennifer BUSH, Elizabeth BUSH, Dylan BUSH, Anjelica BUSH, and seven great-grancchildren, Jacaob and Sydne ROBINS, Nathaniel and Rocky BOONRIN, Kiersten and Kinzie MORTON and Roark ANDERS.

Services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at McClain Fueral Home, Denver. Burial will take place at Westlawn Cemetery, Denver, with Rev. Steve BATE and Rev. Mark SPENCER officiating. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Donald J. Hamilton

April 2, 1907 - July 29, 1996

Donald J. HAMILTON, 89, Warsaw, died at 4:25 p.m. Monday at the Kosciusko Community Hospital.

Born in Kosciusko County to James and Sarah E. MYERS HAMILTON, he married Jessie SHAFER on Dec. 16, 1931. She survives. He was a farmer and a truck driver for Leesburg Mill, retiring in 1980.

Preceding him in death were two brothers and four sisters.

Surviving with his wife are four sons, Dean and Jack HAMILTON, both of Milford, and Jim and Jerry HAMILTON, both of Warsaw; two sisters, Anna GAGNON, North Manchester, and Hazel COAHRAN, Macy; nine grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at the Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, with Rev. Jeff HOFFARD officiating Burial will be at the Leesburg Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Leesburg Grace Brethren Church.

David H. Timberman

Jan. 4, 1902 - July 27, 1996

David Hiram TIMBERMAN, 94, Wabash, died at 7:55 p.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor East, Wabash. Born in Paulding, Ohio to Hiram and Sylvia SANDS TIMBERMAN, he married Edna E. DILLMAN on June 22, 1920 in Warsaw. She preceded him in death in 1979. Formerly from Claypool, he was a farmer and was affiliated with Ebenezer United Methodist Church, Miami County.

Preceding him in death with his wife were three sisters and two brothers.

Surviving are two sons, Gerald TIMBERMAN, Pioneer and Wayne TIMBERMAN, Wabash; four grandchildren; eight great-gradchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren.

Services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Roann Chapel Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home. Burial will take place in the Akron Cemetery with visitation two hours prior to the service.

Wednesday, July 31, 1996

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Thursday, August 1, 1996

Bette Quick

Bette QUICK, a longtime Rochester resident, died Wednesday in Fort Myers, Fla.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rocheter. Services are tentatively planned for Aug. 10.

Friday, August 2, 1996

Hattie Singpiel

Hattie SINGPIEL, 85, formerly of Argos, died at 6:15 a.m. Friday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth. Arrangements are pending at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Mollie Elin

Sept. 1, 1906 - July 20, 1996

Mrs. Mollie ELIN, 89, former resident of Rochester, died July 20, in Chicago where she had lived since 1958.

Mrs. Elin’s late husband, Jack [ELIN], was a founder with his brother Seymour [ELIN] of Topps Garment Company in this city in 1938. The Elins resided here for 20 years untl returning to their native Chicago. Whle local residents they organized the Great Books discussion group in the early 1950s.

Born in Chicago Sept 1, 1906, she and her husband were married in that city July 14, 1934. After Jack’s retirement the couple traveled the world extensively, which Mrs. Elin continued to do after her husband’s death. She participated in the Round the World Semester at Sea in 1981 and then finished work for her college degree in Chicago, graduating at the age of 85. Tours to Russia, Germany and South America followed.

Surviving are a son, Lewis [ELIN], South Bend; three grandchildren, Jennifer Lee ELIN, Atlanta, Ga.; Jessica ELIN HIRSCHMAN, Encino, Cal., and Gregory FLEET ELIN, Montclair, N.J., and one great-grandchild, Eve Alyssa HIRSCHMAN.

Bette J. Quick

Dec. 16, 1920 - July 31, 1996

Bette Jean QUICK, 75, formerly of Rochester, died Wednesday at her residence in Ft. Myers, Fla.

Born in Montour Falls, N.Y. to Norman and Louise ALDRICH HAYDEN, she married Robert C. QUICK II on Jan. 1, 1942 in Akron. He surives. She was a member of the Tri-Kappa sorority, past presedent of Christian Women’s Fellowship of the First Christian Church in Rochester, founder of the Fulton County Art League, former director of the Fulton County Players, a former Fulton County 4-H leader, and a memvber and former deaconess of the First Christian Church. She also bowled for many years with the Denton Electric team and waa active in Brownie and Cub Scouts.

Preceding her in death were one daughter, Sue Ann QUICK, on Sept. 3, 1993; and two brothers, Vincent HAYDEN in 1986, and Tom HAYDEN in 1992.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Marcia GARD and her husband Larry, Indianapolis; two sons, Robert C. QUICK III and his wife Susan, Medford, N.J., and Dr. John N. QUICK and his wife Sherri QUICK, Morgan Hill, Calif.; seven grandchildren; one sister, June SANDERS and her husband Richard, Ft. Myers, Fla; and two brothers, Jack HAYDEN, Rochester, and George HAYDEN, Waterloo, Iowa.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m.[Aug. 11] at the First Christian Church, Rochester, with Rev. Robert STOREY officiating. Burial will be at the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery and there will be no visitation. Zimmerman Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangemets.

Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, Rochester, or the Home Hospice, Ft. Myers, Fla.

Beulah J. Hansen

Sept. 17, 1928 - Aug. 1, 1996

Beulah Jane HANSEN, 67, Amboy, died at 4:21 a.m. Thursday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in Cass County to Buren and Olive STONE ANGLE, she married Elwood Stephen “Al” HANSEN on April 11, 1974. He survives. She was raised by her grandparets, John and India ANGLE. She was a retired teller at Society Bank, Kokomo, and a member of the First Baptist Church, Kokomo.

Preceding her in death are four aunts, Margart KINGERY, Maxine BURKHOLDER, Mildred HARRISON, and Esther MORRIS.

Surviving with her husband are one son, Gregory MAVRICK and his wife Cathy, Kokomo; one daughter, Cynthia MAVRICK, San Diego, Calif. two step-sons, Michael HANSEN, Fort Worth, Texas, and Richard HANSEN and hiw wife Christina, Jacksonville, Fla.; one sister, Arlene YENTES and her husband Richard, Peru; one grandson, Nicholas MAVRICK, Vincennes; two step-graddaughters, Lidsay DAUGHERTY and Stephanie HANSEN; two step-grandsons, Jesse DAUGHERTY and Shawn HANSEN. She was raised with aunts, Vernie CARNEY, Logansport, Addie MILLER, Rives Junction, Mich., Clara JONES, Peru, Ruby SULLIVAN, Peru, and Beatrice SCOTT, Logansport.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Steve KINGERY officiatig. Burial will be at Deer Creek Cemetery, Onward. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Saturday, August 3, 1996

Hattie M. Miller Singpiel

June 24, 1911 - Aug. 2, 1996

Hattie M. MILLER SINGPIEL, 85, Plymouth, formerly of Argos, died at 6:15 a.m. Friday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home where she lived for two years.

She was born in White Sulphur Springs, W. Va., to Walter and Grace BENDER WHITE. She first maried Donald WOOLDRIDGE. He prceded her in death. She later married Fred MILLER and Conrad SINGPIEL. They also prceded her in death.

She lived in the Argos community since 1947. She was an assistant at Grossman Funeral Home for 25 years and was also a homemaker. She was a member of the Argos United Methodist Church.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. James (Linda Kay) WOOLDRIDGE UPP of Rochester; one son, Eugene L. and Barbara WOOLDRIDGE of Plymouth; four grandchildren, Mrs. Harold (Donna) McCALLA of Rochester, David COOLEY, Lucerne; Don COOLEY Jr., Phoenix, Ariz.; James UPP II, Argos; eight great-grandchildren.

She was prceded in death by two sisters, one in infancy and Mabel MUNDENE.

Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Grossman Funeral Home in Argos with the Rev. Robin SMITH officiating Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery in Plymouth. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Sunday and after 9 a.m. Monday at the funeral home

Memorials may be made to the Argos United Methodist Church.

Monday, August 5, 1996

Lawrence Frieden

Aug. 21, 1915 - Aug. 3, 1996

Lawrence “Pete” FRIEDEN, 80, North Manchester, died at 3:50 a.m. Saturday at the Wabash Skilled Care Center.

Born in Lagro to John H. and Kathryn KRAMER FRIEDEN, he married Jean SMITH on November 27, 1959. She survives. He worked as a farmer and was a member of the Servia Church of Christ, the Rochester Moose Lodge, and the Logansport Eagles Lodge. He was on the Board of Directors Farm Credit Service (formerly Production Credit Association, Peru) for 33 years.

Preceding him in death were seven brothers.

Surviving with his wife are one daughter, Paula Jean WERTENBERGER, Union Mich.; one sister, Grace BOUSE, Silver Lake; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial will take place at Fairview Cemetery with Rev. Golda McCLELLAND officiating. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the mortuary.

Memorials may be made to the Wabash County Hospital ICCU Unit or the Wabash County Heart Association.

Mabel D. Feece

Nov. 23, 1933 - Aug. 3, 1996

Mable Delores FEECE, 63, Leiters Ford, died at 11:30 p.m Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Burr Oak to Fred and Edith CAPRON, she married Junior FEECE in March 1952 in Plymouth. He survives. She has resided most of her life in Leiters Ford and Plymouth communties. She was a clerk in the former Wiles Departmet Store, Rochester, for a number of years.

Preceding her in death were one son, David [FEECE] on May 11, 1987, and three brothers, one in infancy,, Robert and Walter [CAPRON].

Surviving with her husband are one son, Gary FEECE and his wife Anne-Rose, Leiters Ford; one granddaughter, Laurie FEECE, Rochester; and two brothers, Wayne CAPRON and his wife Viola, Bremen, Lester CAPRON and his wife Darlene, Warsaw.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Robert METZGER officiating. Burial will take place at Leiters Ford Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m.Monday and Tuesday at 9 a.m. until services at the funeral home.

Pauline H. Starr

March 6, 1909 - Aug. 4, 1996

Pauline H. STARR, 87, formerly of Mentone, died at 2:15 p.m. Sunday at Elkhart General Hospital.

Born in Fulton County to James HUBBARD and Lottie NEWELL, she married Dana Wallace STARR on March 26, 1932. He preceded her in death on Sept. 26, 1983. She lived in Mentone for 55 years prior to living in Elkhart. She was a homemaker.

Preceding her in death with her husband were one brother, Roy HUBBARD, and one sister, Eva MIDDLETON.

Surviving are one daughter, Pat McINTYRE and her husband Dean, Elkhart; one grandson, Greg McINTYRE, Elkhart.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Lester TAYLOR officiating. Burial will take place at Mentone Cemetery and visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Eileen Heiden

June 18, 1931 - Aug. 4, 1996

Eileen HEIDEN, 65, Kewanna, died at 8:20 p.m. Sunday at her residence.

Born in Kewana to Harry Wilbur “Bud” and Ethel LINDEN CARR, she married Robert E. HEIDEN on Oct. 27, 1950 in Kewanna. He survives. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ, Kewanna, and a member of the Gleaner Life Insurcance Society. A 1949 graduate of Kewanna High School, she was an avid craft maker.

Preceding her in death was one brother.

Surviving with her husband are two sons, Gary HEIDEN and his wife Deb, Kewanna, and Victor HEIDEN and his wife Ellen, Columbia City, and seven grandchidlren.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Harrrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel, with Rev. Cliff GANO officiating. Burial will take place at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Lake Bruce. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m Tuesday and after 8 a.m. Wednesday until services at the funeral home.

Lorin R. Churchill

Word has been received of the death of Lorin Ross CHURCHILL, 83, Woodbury, Tenn., who died June 25, at Middle Tennessee Medical Center.

Born to Oscar Warren and Viola COX CHURCHILL, he was a member of the Methodist Church. He was a retired merchant who operated a grocery store and was an Armour Comptroller.

Surviving are his wife, Helen ZUHLKE CHURCHILL, Woodbury; one son, David CHURCHILL, Petersburg, Ill.; three daughters, Patricia TODD, Woodbury, Linda VBRANDO, Mt. Airy, North Carolina, and Kristie GILLEY, Woodbury; one brother, Harold Warren CHURCHILL, Petersburg; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Darle Y. Smith

Darle Y SMITH, 64, Plymouth, died at 8:01 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Tuesday, August 6, 1996

Darle Y. Smith

March 19, 1932 - Aug. 4, 1996

Darle Yvonne SMITH, 64, Plymouth, died at 7:30 pm. Suday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County.

Born in Plymouth to Milo D. and Evelyn H. PUTERBAUGH HUGHS, she married Charles L. SMITH on June 18, 1950 in Argos. He survives. She was a former secretary for the Argos Crop Service for 12 years and was a Deputy County Assessor for Marshall County for 12 1/2 years, retiring in Jan. 1996. She was a member of the Jordan Baptist Church, southwest of Argos, the Association of Indiana Assessors Inc., Marshall County Republican Women and National Federation of Republican Women, and the Green Township Home Economics Club

Preceding her in death were her father, Milo D HUGHS; one sister, Betty COLEMAN; and one brother, Robert HUGHES.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Patti SMITH, Glenwood, W.Va.; two sons, Richard SMITH and his wife Kennetta, Argos, and Michael SMITH and his wife Kathy, Charlotte, NC., four grandchildren, Michael and Matthew SMITH, Argos, and Michelle and Nathaniel SMITH, Charlotte, N.C.; seven great-grandchildren; her mother, Evelyn HUGHS, Argos; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Rev. Arley MITCHUM and Rev. Roy FISHBURN officiating. Burial will take place at the Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday until services at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Heart Association or the Marshall County Diabetes Association.

Madlyn E. Fort

Madlyn Eileen FORT, 77, Rochester, died at 5:45 a.m. Tuesday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Wednesday, August 7, 1996

Madlyn E. Fort

Dec. 13, 1918 - Aug. 8, 1996

Madlyn Eileen FORT, 77, Rochester, died at 5:45 a.m. Tuesday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

Born in Fulton County to Oscar and Fern EWING MASTER, she married Banjamin FORT on Aug. 12, 1941 in Greenfield. He survives. She lived in Rochester since 1975, having come from Indianapolis. She was a surgical nurse at Wishard Memorial Hospital and at St. Vincent Hospital, both of Indianapolis A 1941 graduate of the General Hospital School of Nursing in Indianapolis, she was lead nurse for the Indianapolis 500- Infield Hospital. She was a member of the Christian Church, Kewanna, and the Order of the Eastern Star, Rocheter.

Preceding her in death was her twin brother, Wendell [MASTER], in infancy.

Surviving with her husband are two sons, Eric FORT and hiw wife Vanesse , Kewanna, and Dr. Kyle FORT and his wife Ann, Lewisburg, W.Va.; nine grandchildren; and one brother, Orlyn MASTER, Whitesands Missile Range, N.M.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rocheter, with Rev. Neil MILLIMAN officiating. Burial will take place at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday one hour before services Friday. The Order of the Eastern Star will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Glen N. Pearson

Jan. 22, 1918 - Aug. 6, 1996

Glen N. PEARSON, 78, Twelve Mile, died at 7:55 p.m. Tuesday at Dukes Continuing Care Center, Peru.

Born in Vermillion County, Ill., to Swan and Clara Ann WERNIGK PEARSON, he married Lillian A. PRISER on March 3, 1946 in Andrews. She preceded him in death on Oct. 15, 1971. He then married Faye Etta MARTIN ABBOTT on March 27, 1975 in Lucerne. She survives.

He was a retired farmer and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was also a 1937 graduate of Twelve Mile High School and a member of the Pioneer Path Finders Club, Cass County Farm Bureau, and enjoyed camping and visiting with friends.

Preceding him in death were two sisters, Agnes ULERICK and Ethel PEARSON; three brothers, Harry, Lawrence, and Clark PEARSON; one grandson, Brian David PEARSON; and one great-granddaughter.

Surviving with his wife are three children, Glenda Kay SHAVER, James PEARSON, both of Peru, and Ron PEARSON, Macy; three step-children, Norma SPETCHER, Carol GAUMER, both of Logansport, and Janet JOHNSTON, Twelve Mile; one sister, Esther MUSSELMAN, Twelve Mile; two sisters-in-law, Retha PEARSON, Rochester, and Ianetta PEARSON, Rensselaer; eight grandchildren, Virginia SCOTT, Rodney SHAVER, Kathy SHAVER, Philip SHAVER, Eric PEARSON, Cheryl PEARSON, Jamie PEARSON, Kelly PEARSON, four step-grandchildren, Adam SPEICHER, Peter SPEICHER, Jeremy GAUMER, and Ronald GAUMER; and six great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Dr. Bryan CLEMANS officiating. Burial will take place at the Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Thursday, August 8, 1996

Paul M. Schalliol

May 10, 1915 - Aug. 6, 1996

Paul M. SCHALLIOL, 81, Rochester, died at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday at his residence.

Born in Mishawaka, he married Eleanor M. RAYMOND on Sept.1, 1937. She preceded him in death on Dec. 12, 1995. He had lived in Washington, Ind., from 1948 until 1986 when he moved back in to the South Bend area. He retired in 1978 as an assistant sales manager for Uniroyal. He was a member of the Elks, the library board, Director Emeritus of NASCO, all of Washington. He was also a World War II veteran serving with the U.S. Navy.

Surviving are one son, James SCHALLIOL, M.D., Granger; one daughter, Linda CHANEY, Ivesdale, Ill.; six great-grandchildren; two great-great-gradchldren; and three brothers, Robert SCHALLIOL, Mishawaka, Herb SCHALLIOL, Denver, Colo., and Edgar SCHALLIOL, Rochester.

Private family services will be held. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice, P.O. Box. 621, Rochester.

Meredith Cassidy

Aug. 3, 1903 - Aug. 6, 1996

Meredith CASSIDY, 93, Rochester, died at 10:40 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center.

Born in Tipton to Laren J. NAYLOR and Jesse M. KENNEDY, she came to Rochester from Marion. She was a graduate of Churubusco High School and Indiana University School of Nursing. She was a retired Registered Nurse at the V.A. Hospital in Pittsburgh, Penn She was a member of the First Presbyteria Church.

Services will be at 2 p.m Friday at Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Marion, with Rev. James SNYDER officiating Burial will be at Grant Memorial Park, Marion. Visitation will be at noon Friday until the time of services at the funeral home.

Memorias may be made to the Life Care Center of Rochester Activity Fund.

Dora M. DeFord

Oct. 27, 1895 - Aug. 7, 1998

Dora Myrtle DeFORD, 100, Logansport, died at 8:25 a.m. Wednesday at Life Care Center of Rochester.

Born in Anoka to George W. and Lucy Mary KROM KNIGHT, she married Charles DeFORD. He preceded her in death. She was a Licensed Parctical Nurse at Memorial Hospital and worked for RBM Corp. for 13 years. She was also a member of the Emmanuel Fellowship Church.

Preceding her in death with her husband and parents were five brothers; one son, Raymond J. DeFORD; and one sister.

Surviving are one granddaughter, Lora MIKESELL and her husband Kem, Rochester; two great-grandchildren, Brooke and Ceseste MIKESELL, both of Rochester; one daughter-in-law, Lois DeFORD, Rochester; and one sister, Mildred SOUTH, Pensecola, Fa.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Fisher Funeral Chapel, Logansport, with Rev. Aaron E. ECHOLS and Rev. Alan CRAWFORD officiating. Burial will be at Clymers Cemetery, Clymers. Visitatio will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral chapel.

Esther Perry

Esther PERRY, 90, died at Prairieview Nursing Home, Warsaw, today.

She is a former residet of the Akron-Beaver Dam area. Funeral arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home in Akron.

Friday, August 9, 1996

Thelma L. Fisher

Nov. 5, 1922 - Aug. 6, 1996

Thelma L. FISHER, 73, died at 10 p.m. Tuesday at her Macy residence.

Born in Indianapolis to Ira and Laura SULLIVAN STERLING, she married Edward S. FISHER. He preceded her in death. She was a member of the Pioneers of America. Residing in Macy for 13 years, she worked as an assembler at Western Electric for 25 1/2 years, retiring in 1981.

Preceding her in death with her husband were her parents, two brothers and one sister.

Surviving are two sons, Donald and Robert MABRY, Indianapolis; two step-sos, Paul E. FISHER, Glendale, Ariz., and Craig FISHER, Indianapolis; three daughters, Pat JOHNSON and Judy PITZER, both of Indianapolis, and Linda ADAMS, Macy; several grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 10 a.m Saturday at the Chapel of the Chimes, Indianapolis, with Rev. Joe JACKSON officiating. Burial will be at the New Crown Cemetery, Indianapolis. Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. Friday at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Home, Indianapolis.

Esther Perry

July 29, 1906 - Aug. 8, 1996

Esther PERRY, 90, formerly of the Beaver Dam area, died at 8:25 a.m. Thursday at Prairie View Health Care Center, Warsaw.

Born in Miami County to Fred E. and Amanda IMHOFF MURPHY, she married A. Worden PERRY on Sept. 6, 1921 in Rocheter. He preceded her in deth on Dec. 6, 1971. She was a homemaker and a member of the Beaver Dam Methodist Church.

Preceding her in death with her husbad was one sister, Eloise IHNEN.

Surviving are two daughters, Joyce HERENDEEN, Lafayette, and Kathleen GRONINGER, Winter Park, and Deborah BELL, Indianapolis; two grandsons, Dennis HERENDEEN, Akron, and Keith GRONINGER, Winter Park; two great-gradchildren; and two sisters, Kathleen HILL, Etna Green, and Nada ALSPAUGH, Watkinsville, Ga.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Burial will be at the Akron Cemetery and visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Beaver Dam United Methodist Church.

Raymond R Weirick

Raymond R. WEIRICK, 93, Tippecanoe, died at 7 a.m. Friday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Leatha E. Menzie

Feb. 13, 1913 - Aug. 8, 1996

Leatha E. MENZIE, 83, Mentone, died at 12:10 p.m. Thursday at the Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Kosciusko County to Mahlon and Beryl BAKER JEFFERIES, she married Russell FLECK on May 12, 1934. He preceded her in deth. Then she married Walter BARKMAN on April 26, 1934. He also preceded her in death. She then married Kenneth E. MENZIE Sr. on Feb. 12, 1954. He survives. A lifetime resident of Mentone, she was a homemaker and a member of the Mentone United Methodist Church.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter, Sue Ann EISENMAN and her husband Howard, Rochester; three granddaughtrs; three great-granddaughters; and several step-children, step-grandchildren, and step-great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Greg RITTENHOUSE officiating Burial will be at the Mentone Cemetery and visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m Saturday.

Memorials may be made to the Mentone United Methodist Church.

Marie H. Faust

Oct. 9, 1908 - Aug. 8, 1996

Marie H. FAUST, 87, Antioch, Ill., died Thursday at Condell Medical Center, Libertyville, Ill.

Born in Poland to Albert and Katherine TATAR, she married Fred FAUST on July 2, 1933 in Chicago, Ill. He preceded her in death on Sept. 18, 1982. She came to the U.S. as an infant and had lived in Pennsylvaia, Wisconsin, and Chicago, Ill., before moving to Antioch.

Preceding her in death with her husband were six brothers, John, Joe, Steven, Walter, Stanley, and Eugene TATAR; and one sister, Anna MAZUR.

Surviving are one son, Fred FAUST and his wife Sandy, Antioch; two daughters, Loraine WILSON and her husband William, Ingleside, Ill., and Bonnie DOUD and her husband Jim, Akron; ten grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Strang Funeral Home, Atioch. Burial will be private in Hillside Cemetery, Antioch. Visitation will be just prior to services.

‘ Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Disease Association, 70 East Lake Street, Chicago, Ill., 60601-5997.

Saturday, August 10, 1996

Bette J. Quick

A memorial service will be held for Bette Jean QUICK at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the First Christian Church, Rochester.

Raymond R. Weirick

May 19, 1903 - Aug. 9, 1996

Raymond R. WEIRICK, 93, 20990 Chestnut Road, Tippecanoe, died at 7 a.m. Friday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

He was born in Kosciusko County to William and Cora WHETSTONE WEIRICK He was married to Helen DARR, who preceded him in death. He was a lifetime area resident and member of the First Baptist Church, Mentone.

Surviving are one daughter, Bedelia WEIRICK, Mentone; one son Eugene [WEIRICK] and Betty, Warsaw; three grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and five great-great-gradchildren. Preceding in death were one sister, Wilma SULT, two brothers, Donald and Rupert [WEIRICK], and one great-granddaughter.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Burial will be in the Mentone Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Sunday.

Monday, August 12, 1996

Dean H. Armey

Aug. 27, 1913 - Aug 10, 1996

Dean H. ARMEY, 82, South Bend, died Saturday at his residence.

Born in North Manchester to Charles and Clara BROOKSTOOL ARMEY, he married Mabel M. ALDERFER on Dec. 21, 1935 in Valparaiso. She preceded him in death in February 1987. He retired from the South Bend Lathe Co. after 20 years as a tool and die maker. He was also employed at Oliver’s Tool and Die, South Bend, and Curtis Wright. He had lived in South Bend since 1942 having come from Warsaw. He was a member of the Council Oak Lodge No. 745 and the Masonic Lodge.

Preceding him in death with his wife was one daughter, Sharron PEYLA.

Suriving are one son, Terry ARMEY, Hillsdale, Mich.; fve grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and five brothers, Charles [ARMEY], Mishawaka, Jack [ARMEY], Bradenton, Fla., and Theodore, Merle, and Dale [ARMEY], all of Warsaw.

Services will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at Hollis-Orvis-Palmer Funeral Home, South Bend. Burial will take place in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Osceola. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Walter C. Moe

Walter Charles MOE, 92, Rocheter, died at 8:15 a.m. Monday at Rochester Extended Care Nursing Home. Arrangemens are pendig at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Tuesday, August 13, 1996

Bette J. Quick

Memorials may still be made [for Bette Jean QUICK] to the First Christian Church of Rochester, but the church will send the contributions to the Brian Quick Foundation.

Donna M. Coleman

Jan. 29, 1925 - Aug. 10, 1996

Donna M. COLEMAN, 71, Glendale, Ariz., died Saturday at Glecroft Hospice Care Center.

Born in Fulton County to Bert Ocie DAVIS, she married Howard G. COLEMAN on Jan. 19, 1946. He preceded her in death A graduate of Leiters Ford High School, she was a resident of Rochester until moving to Phoenix in 1957. While in Rochester, she and her husband owned H.G. Coleman Refrigeration Co. She was also a beautician.

Preceding her in death with her husband were a sister, Zelma GRIZZELL; and three brothers, Guy, Cecil and Dale DAVIS.

Surviving are four children, Sandra SCORE and her husbad Clyde, Chino Valley, Ariz., Mickey COLEMAN and hiw wife Debbie, Phoenix, Ariz., Connie HATFIELD and her husband Dave and Jim COLEMAN, both of Glendale, Ariz.; nine gradchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Eva LEBO, Leiters Ford, and Ruth AUTRY, LaPorte, and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held on Wednesday at the Chapel of the Chimes, Glendale, Ariz.

Walter C. Moe

Feb. 23, 1904 - Aug. 12, 1996

Walter C. MOE, 92, 6907 N. Indiana 25, Rochester (Talma), died at 8:12 a.m. Monday at the Extended Care Nursing Home, Rochester.

Born in Chicago, Ill. he married Jessie A. CLARK who preceded him in death on Dec. 7, 1986. He was a retired tool and die maker and a member of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Rochesrter. He had lived in the Rochester area since 1970 having come from Chicago.

Preceding him in death with his wife were two daughters, Kathleen and Virginia [MOE]; and one son, Charles [MOE].

Surviving are one great-nephew, Bruce MOE, Lancaster, Calif.; and two great-nieces, Dorett HODGE and Celeste FOUTS, both of Longdale, Calif.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wedesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Jean McCAN officiating. Burial will take place at the Rochester I.O.O.F. cemetery. Visitation will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday through the hour of services.

Wednesday, August 14, 1996

Angele J. Kochenderfer

Angele J. KOCHENDERFER, 80, Rochester, died at 3:36 p.m., Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Thursday, August 15, 1996

Shyanne M. Garcia

Shyanne Marie GARCIA, three and a half weeks, Akron, died at 5:05 p.m. Wednesday at Riley Childrens Hospital, Indianapolis Arrangements are pending at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

George D. Mollencupp

George D. MOLLENCUPP, 75, Rochester, died at 8:30 a.m. today at Life Care Center. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Mildred I. Anderson

July 1, 1904 - July 15, 1996

Mildred Irene ANDERSON, 92, Gladstone, N.J., died July 15, 1996 at the Bryan Manor, Gladstone.

She was born in Mentone to Dr. Emra and Lenna COPLEN ANDERSON. She had studied music at Bush Conservatory, Chicago, Ill., and had earned a bachelors degree at the Louisville Conservatory of Music. She taught music in Mississippi and at U.S. Indian Service Schools in Tomah, Wis. and Wahpeto, N.D. in the 1930s. She had been employed by Willis Music Co., Cincinnati, Ohio ad Summy Music of Chicago. She owned Anderson’s Music Shop in Flint, Mich., from 1945 to 1966 and taught private piano students for many years. She was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Flint, Mich.

She is survived by a sister, Kathleen CAMPLEJOHN, Denver, Colo., and a brother, Robert ANDERSON, Sunnyvale, Calif.

A memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the King Memorial Home in Mentone with the Rev. James KREFT officiating. Burial will be at Sycamore Cemetery, Mentone.

Marjorie O. Flynn

Marjorie O. (DICKSONJ) FLYNN, formerly of Argos, died at 10 p.m. Wednesday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth. Arrangements are pending at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Jack D. Evener

Jack D. EVENER, 65, Rochester, died at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Arrangements are pending at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Friday, August 16, 1996

Lee Strubbe

Nov. 5, 1906 - Aug. 14, 1996

Lee STRUBBE, 89, died Wednesday i VErsailles.

Born near Versailles to Herman and Bertha JACKSON STRUBBE, he married Mary Ann FIRTH, who survives.

Also surviving are three sons, Robert [STRUBBE] of Versailles, Stephen [STRUBBE] of Osceola, and Firth SHELPMAN of Rochester; two daughters, Judith SMITH and Caroline McCARTY of Versailes; one sister, Hazel FARRELL of Osgood; eleven gradchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Tanglewood Baptist Church and burial will be at Tanglewood Cemetery. Visitation is from 5 to 8 p.m Friday at the Bovard Funeral Home, Versailles.

Memorials may be made to the Parknson’s Disease Foundation or the Tanglewood Baptist Church.

Shyanne M. Garcia

July 20, 1996 - Aug. 14, 1996

Shyanne Marie GARCIA, 3 1/2 weeks, Akron, died at 5:05 pm. Wednesday at Riley Childrens Hospital, Indianapolis.

She was born in South Bend to Rafael and Jessica MULLINS GARCIA. Surviving with her parents are maternal grandparents Gary and Mindy MILLER, Silver Lake, and Craig (wife Beth) BRUCE, Peru; paternal grandparents Rafael and Maria GARCIA, Akron; maternal great-grandother, Lucille BRUCE, Chicago, and paternal great-grandmother, Maria GARCIA, country of Mexico.

Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Akron Cemetery with Pastor Bruce HOSTETLER officiating. The Hartzler Funeral Home of Akron is in charge of arrangements. There will be no visitation.

George D. Mollencupp

Sept. 14, 1921 - Aug. 15, 1996

George D. MOLLLENCUPP, 74, died at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester. Born in Kewanna to Charles and Ada COOK MOLLENCUPP, he lived most of his life in the Kewanna and Rochester communities. On Jan. 9, 1959 in South Bend he married Maxine H. HOLLOWAY, who survives.

He was a truck driver for Monarch and Regent Homes, Nappanee, before retirig in 1990. He earned a Purple Heart and seven Bronze Stars while serving in Europe with the U.S. Army. A member of the Disabled American Veterans, he was a lifetime member of the Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars, where he was a Post Commander and a Trustee. He was also a member of the Lake Manitou Moose Lodge #110 and the First Church of God, Rochester.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Sandra Kay FERRELL, Rochester; Mrs. Dennis (Carol Ann) STEVENSON, Downy, Calif.; and Karen Sue SHAFER, Mishawaka; one son, George and wife Marcella MOLLENCUPP Jr., Woodbury; four step-daughters, Mrs. Charles (Christine) BRADLEY, Mrs. Fred (Patricia) ENYART, Mrs. Jerry (Cleta) POOR, and Terra LITTLE, all of Rochester; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Bess ENGLE, Bruce Lake, and Mrs. Mary RADERSTROF, Kewanna, and one brother, Edward MOLLENCUPP, Bruce Lake, and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his parents and a brother, Bill [MOLLENCUPP].

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the First Church of God, Rochester, with the Rev. Samuel BENNETT officiating. Burial will be at Citzens Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and at the church one hour prior to services. Military graveside services will be conducted by the VFW and the American Legion.

Marjorie O. Flynn

March 3, 1918 - Aug. 14, 1996

Marjorie O. DICKSON FLYNN, 78, formerly of Argos, died at 10 p.m. Wednesday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Born in Knox to Riley and Sarah A. Jenetta DICKSON, she had lived most of her life in Fulton and Marshall counties. On Aug. 20, 1938 in Rochester she married William J. FLYNN, who died Jan. 14, 1980. She was a homemaker and a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rochester. She had resided in Argos for 20 years until moving to the Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home two years ago.

Surviving are two sons, Ed FLYNN, Rochester, and Wayne P. and wife Lynne FLYNN, Amarillo, Texs; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one brother, Leonard and his wife Caroline DICKSON, Plymouth, and one sister-in-law, Ruby DICKSON, Rochester.

Preceding her in death were her parents and two brothers, Norman Thomas [DICKSON] and Bill [DICKSON].

Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Jack D. Evener

April 29, 1931 - Aug. 14, 1996

Jack D. EVENER, 65, Rochester, died at 5 p.m. at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

Born in St. Louis, Mo. to Robert and Grace WHITLATCH EVENER, he had lived in Rochester for the last ten years having come from Chesterton. He married Caroline STINSON on July 27, 1951 in Valparaiso; she survives.

He worked for General Telephone Company, Valparaiso office, for 33 years, retirng in 1987. During the Korean War he served in the 25th Division, 25th Reconnaissance Company, earning a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star. He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans, Portage Chapter #35.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Sheryl EVENER, Rochester, and Jacalyn EVENER, Michigan City; two sons, Robert and wife Marie EVENER, Chesterton, and John and wife Teresa EVENER, Columbus, eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. Also survivng are his mother, Mrs. Grace EVENER, Owosso, Mich.; two sisters, Betty HIJA, Port Huron, Mich., and Delores HUDECK, Owosso, Mich.; and a brother, William VANDYKE, Owosso, Mich.

Preceding him in death were his father and two brothers, Robert YOUNG and Darell EVENER.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Larry PYEATT officiating, and burial will be at the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 11 a.m. until services at the funeral home. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will compose a graveside color guard.

Saturday, August 17, 1996

[no obits]

Monday, August 19, 1996

Ernest R. Thomas

May 27, 1915 - August 17, 1996

Ernest R. THOMAS, 81, died at 9:25 p.m. Saturday at his Warsaw residece.

Born in South Bend to Charles A. and Mollie E. LEEDY THOMAS, he married Dorothy BURWELL on July 14, 1940. She preceded him in death on June 5, 1992. He had lived in the Warsaw area since 1952 and was employed at Warsaw Foundry for 42 years. He retired as night watchman in 1993. He was a member of North Winona Church of the Brethren, Warsaw.

He is survived by two daughters, Annabella EVANS, Winona Lake, and Romona HEKTOR, Rochester; one son, Charles H. THOMAS, Warsaw; eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister. Services will be at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, on Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Pastors Lester YOUNG and David EASTIS officiating. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral chapel.

Allie B. Wilson

Sept. 25, 1903 - August 17, 1996

Allie B. WILSON, 92, died at 12:18 a.m. Saturday at his Peru residece.

Born in Miami County to George and Emma Jane BUTT WILSON, he married Mildred Luella SMITH on Oct. 8, 1936 in Bowling Green, Ohio. She died May 9, 1943. He then married Wilma TEMPLIN HANN in Wabash County on June 23, 1949; she survives.

A retired Mami County farmer, he graduated from Peru High School in 1922. He was a member of the Peoria United Methodist Church.

He is survived by two sons, George WILSON and Allie R. WILSON, Peru; one step-son, Terry HANN, Wabash; three daughters, Mrs. Lewis (Shirley) HALTERMAN, Peru; Mrs. Mike (Amy) NICCUM and Mrs. Dan (Lana) UNDERWOOD of Wabash; a step-daugher, Mrs. Robert (Nancy) GIPSON of Pineville, Ky.; twety-four grandchildren and thirty-four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers ad five sisters.

Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home with the Rev. Melissa RICE officiating, with burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home

Memorial contributios may be made through the funeral home to the Peoria United Methodist Church or Dukes Memorial Hospital Living Tribute Fund.

Jo Mason

Oct. 21, 1918 - Aug. 17, 1996

Jo MASON, 77, died Saturday at Community East Hospital, Indianapolis.

She was married to Lewis J. MASON who preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and a member of the Cumberland Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star and the International Order of King Daughters. She is survived by a daughter, LuAnn KRUG, and two grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Evadean DEARDORFF and Margaret NEWMAN, and one brother, Otis HALTERMAN, Rocheser.

Services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home, Monticello and burial will be in Indian Creek Cemetery, Pulaski County. Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m Tuesday at the Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, Indianapolis, and from noon until the time of service on Wednesday at the Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home in Monticello.

Tuesday, August 20, 1996

Angele J. Kochenderfer

Aut. 16, 1915 - Aug. 13, 1996

Angele J. KOCHENDERFER, 80, Rochester, died at 3:36 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, at Woodlaw Hospital. Born in Clinga, Belgium to Adhemar and Marie DEBROER BONGAERTS, she became a U.S. citizn in 1952. She came to Rochester from Kokomo.

She married Hollis Dale PERCIVAL and later was divorced. She was married Aug. 20, 1964 in Fulton County to Charles F “Chuck” KOCHENDERFER, who preceded her in death on Dec. 3, 1990.

She was retired from Hart Schaffner & Marx Cothing Corporation. She was a member of the Ladies of the Moose, American Legion Auxiliary, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, and the Elks Auxiliary, all of Rochester.

She is survived by a step-son, Mark and wife Terry KOCHENDERFER, two step-grandchildren, Kate and Chuck [KOCHENDERFER], of Mesa, Ariz. She is also survived by friends Buddy ad Lee Ann POLLOCK, Rochester. Also preceding her in death were her parents.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Father Frank KILCLINE officiating. The burial site is undetermined. Friends may call at the Foster & Good funeral Home from noon until time of services Friday.

Elaine A. Jones

Nov. 28, 1947 - Aug. 18, 1996

Elaine Ann JONES, 48, died at 2 p.m. Sunday at her Twelve Mile residence.

Born in Logansport to Christopher and Katherine “Kate” NOBLE BABER, she was married Feb. 2, 1969 to Roger Lee JONES in Elizabethtown, N.C. She was a homemaker.

Surviving with her husband are three daughters, Jennifer Lynn PRITT, Anderson, Tina Marie JONES MOSS, Macy, and Tammy Lee JONES, Twelve Mile, and five grandchildren, Rachel Nicole PRITT, Nicholas Ryan PRITT, Kelsey Marie MOSS, Corey Evan MOSS and Timothy Allen HUFF. She is also survived by her mother, Kate BABER, Logansport. She was preceded in death by her father.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Jack RHOADES officiating. Burial will be at the Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Rachel Sanders

Word has been received of the death of Rachel COLEMAN SANDERS, 76, of 2803 Jamestown Court South, Mishawaka. She died Monday at her home. She was the daughter of Pete and Eunice COLEMAN, formerly of Fulton.

She is survived by her husband, Hugh SANDERS; two sons, Steve [SANDERS], Smithtown, N.Y., and Pete [SANDERS], Noiblesville; three granddaughters; a grandson; and a great-grandson.

Services are at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Guisinger Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, 3718 S. Michigan, South Bend. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Virgina R. Dilling

July 12, 1925 - Aug. 20, 1996

Virginia R. DILLING, 71, of 3110 Summit Ave., Logansport, died at 3 a.m. today at home.

Born in Logansport to Owen and Catherine BAUMAN KISSIGER, she married Richard L. DILLINGER on April 22, 1944. He died Feb 6, 1994.

She was retired from the office of Logan Municipal Utilites and was a member of All Saints Catholic Church.

She is survived by a son, Richard L. DILLING, Jr., and a daughter, Sandra OTT, both of Logansport; one grandson and two great-gradchldren; two brothers, Owen “Bud” KISSINGER and Jack KISSINGER, Logansport; two sisters, Sarah WARNER and Mary KEY, Logansport; several nieces and nephews. She was prcceded in death by a brother.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at All Saints Catholic Church with Father Donald GROSS officiating Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 Wednesday at Kroeger Funeral Home, Logansport. Rosary will be said at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to All Saits Catholic Church, Logansport.

James D. Watrous

March 16, 1912 - Aug. 19, 1996

James Daylin WATROUS, 84, Rochester, died at 4:15 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital. He had been a patient four days. He had been in failing health for a number of years.

Born in Union City, Pa., to Bert L. and Lula TRISCUTT WATROUS, he married Mary Alice BARKER on July 26, 1941 in Lima, Ohio. She survives.

He came to Rochester in 1957 from Union City, Pa. He and his wife owned and operated the former Wtrous Paint Store, Rochester, and he also did custom painting., He had lived in Belleview, Fla. for 23 years, returning to Rochester in May, 1995.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Ronnie (Carol) SHRIVER, Rochester, and Mrs. Kay HALL, Huntington; one son, Emory ad wife Betty WATROUS, Belleview, Fla.; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, a brother and a granddaughter.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Robert STORY officiating. Burial will be at I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m Wednesday ad one hour prior to ervices on Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Woodlawn Hospital Home Health Care, Rochester.

Wednesday, August 21, 1996

June L. Carpenter

June 6, 1903 - Aug. 19, 1996

June L. CARPENTER, 93, formerly of Peru, died at 10:40 p.m. Monday at Regency Place, Lafayette.

Born in Fulton County to William and Phinetta CRAGAN ROBINSON, she married Seth C. CARPENTER in Converse on June 23, 1928. He died October 10, 1978.

She was a graduate of Leiters Ford High School and Manchester College. She was an elementary teacher for more thn 38 years and taught second grade at Ridgeview School from 1954 until her retirement in 1965. She was a 50-year member of the Main Street United Methodist Church of Peru, Peru Garden Club, Daughters of the Grand Army of the Republic, Anacreon Literary Club, Miami County Retired Teachers Association, Indiana Retired Teachers Association, and National Retired Teachers Association.

She is survived by a son, Dr. Phillip CARPENTER, West Lafayette; three grandchildren, Edward CARPENTER and Matthew CARPENTER, West Lafayette, and Margaret SMITH, Indianapolis; two great-grandchildren, Zechariah CARPENTER ad Philip SMITH.

In additon to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters and five brothers.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, Peru. Burial wlll be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru.

Visitation s from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made through the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home to the Peru Public Library.

Albert R. Girton

March 29, 1940 - Aug. 20, 1996

Albert R GIRTON, 56, Route 2, Winamac, died at 10:23 a.m. at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

Born in Winamac to Samuel F. and Katherine SWAIM GIRTON, he was formerly from Griffith, but had lived most of his life in the Wiamac area.

He was a truck driver and merchanic. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge 2580 in Winamac.

He is survived by two daughters, Cindy ELLIOTT, Culver, and Lisa GIRTON, Dallas, Texas; one son, Thomas GIRTON, Monterey; and five grandchildren. He is also surived by his step-mother, Vera GIRT, Phoenix, Ariz.; two sisters, Donna TAYLOR, Highland, Diane BODNAR, Pretty Prairie, Kan., and two brothers, Melvin GIRTON, Cedar Lake, and John Russell BELLINGER, Peoria, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Fiday at the Frain Mortuary, Wiamac. Visitation will be Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of service.

Thursday, August 22, 1996

Dennis C. McNeil

Aug. 30, 1940 - July 30, 1996

Former Rochester resident Dennis Camblin McNEIL, 55, died July 30, in Ferndale, Washington.

Born in Rochester to Donald E. and Joan CAMBLIN McNEIL, he was a graduate of Rochesrter High School, attended Bellingham, Wash. Technical College, and served in the U.S. Air Force. He was purchasing agent for Nordic Yacht Co An award winning artist, he was also an avid gold panner, camper and fisherman.

He is survived by a daughrtr, Marcella MARTINEZ and a step-son, Michael SUNDERLIN, both of Bellingham, Wash.; and three grandchildren. Also surviving are his mother, Mrs. Joan McNEIL, and a sister, Sheila KNIGHT, both of Ferndale, Wash. He was preceded in death by his father and one infant sister.

Services were held in Ferndale on Aug. 3. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. There are no local services planned. Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of local arrangements.

Wayne J. Winterrowd

July 29, 1910 - August 21, 1996

Wayne J. WINTERROWD, 86, Rochester, died at 12:45 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital. He had been in failing health for one year.

Born in Tippecanoe to J.D. and Nellie MAZE WINTERROWD, he married Clara Ruth MATTHEWS on Aug. 16, 1941 in Lafayette. She survives. He lived most of his life in the Marshall and Fulton counties and resded in Rochester since 1967. He was an Indiana Motor Bus driver for 36 years, retiring in 1975. A WW-II Air Force veteran who served on a B-29 base, he was a member of the LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post 36, Rochester, and also a member of the Methodist Church, Tippecanoe.

Surviving besides his wife are eight grandchildren, Alice KATER, Buchanan, Mich., Marylyn ROBERTS, Houston, Texas, Rachelle WINTERROWD and Richard WINTERROWS, Mishawaka, Kenneth WINTERROWS and Brett WINTERROWD, Indianapolis, Mark WINTERROWD, Hebron, and Allen WINTERROWD, Bluffton. He is also survived by a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Patti WINTERROWD, Martinsville; two sisters, Delta SCHROME, Bremen, and Wauneta ELLIOTT, Plymouth; and a brother, Robert M. “Max” WINTERROWD, Rochester.

Preceding him in death were his parents; a son, Kenneth Wayne WINTERROWD; two sisters, Elma FANNING and Alta BEST; and a brother, George WINTERROWD.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Cemetery, Tippecanoe. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home Saturday.

Sandra Feldman

April 3, 1945 - Aug. 21, 1996

Sandra FELDMAN, 51, Warsaw, died at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday at her residence of natural causes.

Born in Goshen to Robert C. and Betty LONGFIELD DENNY, she was a longtime resident of Kosciusko County. She was an employee of R.R. Donnelly’s for 10 years and a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church, Rochester.

She is survived by two daughters, Katrina “Tina” FELDMAN, Warsaw, Mrs. Eric (Teresa) COHEE, Urbana; and a grandchild, Erin COHEE; four sisters Mrs. Bruce (Roberta) BIBLER, Mrs. John (Karen) SCHULTZ, Diana EGOLF, all of Warsaw; and Mrs. Don (Pat) GALLMEIER, Syracuse. She was preceded in death by a son, James “Tony” FELDMAN.

Private viewing will be Friday morning and private services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at McHatton-Sadler Chapel with the Rev. Olin CORBITT officiating. Burial will be at Nichols Cemetery, Akron. There will be a memorial service at the cemetery at 1 p.m. on Friday.

Friday, August 23, 1996

Virgil L. Ihnen

Jan. 27, 1926 - Aug. 22, 1996

Virgil L. IHNEN, 70, Akron, died at 11:50 a.m. Thursday at the Veterans Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Born in North Manchester to Herman and Velma BISHOP IHNEN, he married Katherine HOLDERMAN on July 24, 1948. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, had worked at Schrader’s Auto Supply, Warsaw, and was a retired farmer. He was a member of Dutchtown Brethren Church, Warsaw, and a member of the American Legion, Port Charlotte, Fla.

He is survived by his wife, Katherine [IHNEN]; a son, Ellis IHNEN, Macy; two daughters, Mrs. Rodney (Phyllis) CAREY, Warsaw, and Mrs. Duane (Carol) YODER, Goshen; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his mother,Velma IHNEN, Silver Lake; a brother, Robert IHNEN, North Manchester; and two sisters, Mrs. Jim (Marjorie) SIEBOLD, Roann, and Mrs. Robert (Betty) DAVIS, Akron.

Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Saturday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Private burial will be at Royal Palms Memorial Gardens, Punta Gorda, Fla.

Mervine C. Rentschler

Mervine C. RENTSCHLER, 85, Fulton, died at 8:35 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton.

Saturday, August 24, 1996

Mervine C. Rentschler

Oct. 27, 1909 - Aug. 23, 1996

Mervine C. RENTSCHLER, 86, West Dunn St., Fulton, died at 8:35 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Manteno, Ill., to Louis A. and Addie A. RANTZ HUBERT. On March 1, 1930 in Rochester she married Elgy V. RENTSCHLER, who died Feb.10, 1973.

She was a member of the Fulton Baptist Temple and a former member of the Woodlawn Hospital Board of Trustees. She was a 50-year member and past matron of the Fulton Order of Eastern Star.

Surviving are four sons, Jim [RENTSCHLER], Metea, Ned and Phillip [RENTSCHLER], both of Fulton, and David [RENTSCHLER], Paris, Mo.; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren, and one half-sister, Lucille GREGORY, Fort Wayne. Preceding her in death was two grandchildren, Shelly and Mike [RENTSCHLER], three brothers and one daughter-n-law, Margaret Ann [RENTSCHLER].

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. Lonnie PETERS officiating. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Sunday and after 9 a.m. Monday. Eastern Star services will be at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Fulton Baptist Temple.

Marjorie K. Moriarty

Nov. 20, 1909 - Aug. 23, 1996

Marjorie K. MORIARTY, 86, 111 West South St., Argos, died at 5:35 p.m. Friday at her home. She was in failing health.

She was born in Argos to Henry and Rosezetta Kamp KROUSE CLAY. On Feb. 9, 1929 in Argos she married C.O. MORIARTY who died Jan. 16, 1989. She lived most of her life in the Culver and Argos communities. She was retired from Civil Services where she worked for Selective Service Board in Plymouth. She was a member of the Congregational Christian Church, Argos.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Richard (Marilyn) SMILEY, Argos; Shirley KNEZEVICH, Argos, and Mrs Leonard (Linda J.) FULLER, Elkhart; three sons, James P. [MORIARTY], Plymouth; John L. [MORIARTY], Argos, and Terry L. [MORIARTY], Logansport; thirtee grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren and eight step-grandchildren. Preceding her in death, with her husband, were her parents, two grandsons, Michael SMILEY and John Lloyd MORIARTY; three sisters and four brothers.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Argos Bible Church with the Rev. Mark FISHBURN officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at Grossman Funeral Home, and one hour before services at the church.

Monday, August 26, 1996

Timothy B. Crowel

Dec. 6, 1958 - Aug. 19, 1996

Timothy Brian “Tim” CROWEL, 39, 16444 Sheryl Court, Plymouth, died Tuesday, Aug. 20, 1996 in an airplane accident in Michigan.

Born in South Bend to Kenneth and Glenice JENSEN CROWEL, he married Martha SCHOBERG LONG on March 14, 1987. She survives.

He was co-owner of the Culver Florist & Gift Shop for the past 16 years. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, Swan Lake Golf League and the Phi Delts. He attended the Plymouth Wesleyan Church.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his parents, a brother Steven CROWEL, Florida, and three sisters, Kathy KNIGHT, Florida, Brenda SMITH ad Jennifer HINSEY, Culver. He is also survived by a step-daughter, Jami LONG and three step-sons, Nicholas, Adam and Darek LONG, all at home.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Plymouth Wesleyan Church, with the Rev. David TERHUNE officiating. Burial will be at New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. until time of service. Following cremation burial will be at New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth. The Van Gilder Funeral Home, Plymouth, is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the Culver Junior and Senior Athletics Scholarship Fund.

Loretta Manns

Dec. 6, 1928 - Aug. 25, 1996

Loretta MANNS, 67, Route 2, Akron, died at 8:40 p.m. at her residence. She had been in failing health for six months.

Born in Magoffin County, Ky., to Otto and Elloree HOPKINS FLETCHER, she had lived here since 1941. She married Oscar MANNS on April 23, 1946 in Rochester. He survives. She was a homemaker and had worked as a lab technician at Woodlawn Hospital from 1969 to 1994. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Stockbridge, Mich.

Surviving with her husbad is a daughter, Barbara J. BROWER, Akron; three grandsons, Stephen D. BROWER, Kansas, Roger D. BROWER and Daniel R. BROWER, Akron; a great-grandson, Levi M. BROWER, Rochester; a sister, Mrs. Oren (Ruth) NORMAN, Akron; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, a son, Roger D. MANNS, a sister, Ethel TIMBERMAN, and a brother, Herman Harold FLETCHER.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. Wayne WHITAKER officiating. Burial will be Akron Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. Tuesday through the hour of services at the funeral home.

Tuesday, August 27, 1996

Tommy H. Mitchell Jr.

Nov. 10, 1973 - Aug. 26, 1996

An Argos man was killed Monday when he lost control of his vehicle on a Kosciusko County road.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department said Tommy H. MITCHELL Jr., 22, died from multiple internal injuries he sustained in the one-car crash. Mitchell was pronounced dead on arrival at Kosciusko Community Hosptal in Warsaw by Kosciusko County Deputy Coroner Larry LAUD.

The accidet occurred about 10:01 a.m. on Kosciusko Couty Road 100 South and County Road 900 West. Police believe Mitchell was traveling at a high rate of speed when he lost control of the vehicle. Police said Mitchell was not wesarig a seat belt and was ejecrted from the vehicle.

Police allege Mitchell’s blood alcohol level was 0.1 at the time of the accident.

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Tommy H. Mitchell Jr., 22, 10134 16th Rd., Argos, died at 10:43 a.m. Monday at Kosciusko Communty Hospital, Warsaw, following an automobile accident.

Born in South Bend to Tommy and Nancy L. GOODSPEED MITCHELL, Sr., he had lived most of his life in the Argos community. On December 16, 1995 near Argos he married Cynthia LIVERETT. She survived. He was a 1992 graduate of Argos High School and served in the U.S. Navy for 3 1/2 years. He was employed by United Technologies Automotive, Bourbon.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his mother, Nancy MITCHELL, Mishawaka; his father, Tommy MITCHELL, Sr., Argos; a sister, Wendy Lee MITCHELL, Mishawaka; and a brother, Troy Allen MITCHELL, South Bend. He is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Leo and Wilma PAAR, Mishawaka, and paternal grandmother, Lois JARRELL, Argos. Preceding him in death were his maternal grandfather, Byron GOODSPEED, paternal grandfather, Clarence MITCHELL, and paternal step-grandfather, Mike JARRELL.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Thursday at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Pastor Glen A. MITCHELL officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and after 9 a.m. through the hour of services on Thursday at the funeral home.

Wednesday, August 28, 1996

Loren A. Condon

Dec. 26, 1912 - Aug. 27, 1996

Loren A. CONDON, 83, Route 3, Peru, died at 2:35 p.m. Tuesday at his residence.

Born in Adams Township, Cass County to George and Clara B. McCLAIN CONDON, he married Clara Ellen HUNTER on Feb. 10, 1937 at Perrysburg. She died May 8, 1982. He was a farmer and was a member of Skinner Chapel Church, Twelve Mile.

His is survived by a son, Larry Allen and wife Patricia CONDON, Peru; a son-in-law Troy SCOTT and wife Geneva, Peru; four grandchldren, Debra HULL, Mexico, Rebecca St. CLAIR, Francesville, Jayne Ellen PUGH, Fulton, and Tricia CONDON, Peru. In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Karen Kay SCOTT.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Mexico Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Rudell SPARKS and Rev. Tim DEARDORFF officiating. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Visitation will be at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver, and for one hour prior to services at the church.

Joe Rynearson

Dec. 9, 1923 - Aug. 22, 1996

Joe RYNEARSON, 72, Barksdale, passed away at 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, in Memorial Hospital, South Bend, after a short illness.

He was born Dec. 9, 1923 in Rochester to Lowe and Bernice HALL RYNEARSON where he lived until 1959. On Sept. 21, 1947 in Rochester he married Betty J. CORNELL. She survives.

Mr. Rynearson worked for ARMCO Products for 36 years before retiring in 1986. Since his retirement, he was employed by Bludot, Inc.

Mr. Rynerson was a member of Moose Lodge 1107 and the First Baptist Church of Rochester. He was also a member of the American Legion and a World War II Army veteran. He attended East United Methodist Church in Mishawaka.

Surviving in addition to his wife are a daughter, Gloria J. and husband Byron BLUE of Mishawaka; five grandchildren; Mike A. BLUE, Deborah GERVAIS, Gary GERVAIS, Tina FAULKNER, and Grady FAULKNER; four great-grandchildren: Chase GERVAIS, Madison GERVAIS, Britany BLUE and Keeton FAULKNER. He is also survived by a sister, Marjorie COX of Phoenix, Ariz.

He was preceded in death by a grandson, Brent E. BLUE, ad seven brothers and sisters.

Services were held Tuesday, Aug. 27 at Hahn Funeral Home, Mishawaka, with the Rev. Jack L. THOMPSON officiating. Burial was at Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to East United Methodist Church, 1621 E. 3rd Street, Mishawaka, IN 46544.

Thursday, August 29, 1996

Dora M. Hudkins

Feb. 28, 1904 - Aug. 28, 1996

Dora M. HUDKINS, 92, formerly of Lake Bruce, died at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Life Care Center, Rochesrter.

Born in Knox to George and Hattie BEARD STEVENS, she married Byron E. HUDKINS on Jan. 29, 1928 in Kewanna. He died Nov. 16, 1977. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church, Rochester.

She is survived by a son, Hugh A. HUDKINS, Lake Bruce, two grandchildren, and a great-granddaughter. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, two brothers and three sisters.

Services will be at 11 a.m Saturday at the Harrison-Metzger Funeral Chapel, Kewanna, with the Rev. Cliff GANO officiatig. Burial wil be in the Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday and after 8 a.m. Saturday until the time of services.

Memorials may be made to the Lake Bruce Association, Kewanna.

Martha E. Hoffman

Martha Ellen HOFFMAN, 80, 3027 North and 650 East, Rochester, died at 10:16 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Mabel L. Noble

Aug. 28, 1905 - Aug. 28, 1996

Mabel Louise NOBLE, 91, Grace Village, Winona Lake, died at 5:35 a.m. Wednesday at the Grace Village Health Care Center, Winona Lake.

Born in Topeka to Loren and Mabel PECK FRANKS, she married Aubrey NOBLE on Sept. 21, 1952. He died July 21, 1990. She had been a resident of Kosciusko County for 70 years and had been employed at Zimmer, Warsaw, for a number of years. She was a member of Walnut Creek United Methodist Church, Warsaw, teaching Sunday School for many years. She was also a member of the Martha Washington Club, Warsaw.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Jay (Donna) BOWER, Claypool, and Mrs. Elmer (Betty) THORNTON, Rocheter; a son, Arden COOK, Claypool; and a step-son, Wayne NOBLE, Warsaw; eleven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She is also surived by three sisters, Lucille FRANTZ, Buffalo, Mo., Mrs. Earl (Ruth) FRANTZ, Warsaw, and Mrs. Paul (Alice) THOMAS, Silver Lake. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Vigil COOK in 1945, second husband Aubrey NOBLE in 1990, and two brothers.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, with the Rev. Norman NELLIS officiating. Burial will be at Cook’s Chapel Cemetery, Warsaw. Visitation is today from 5-7 p.m. at Titus Funeral Home.

Memorial contriburtions may be made to Walnut Creek United Methodist Church, Building Fund, SR 15 South & 200 South, Warsaw, IN 46580.

Steve D. Apple

Oct. 12, 1947 - Aug. 21, 1996

Steve D. APPLE, 48, of rural Robinson, Ill., died at 6:46 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at his home after a brief illness.

Born in Noblesville, he was the son of Kenneth R. and Carol GAUMER APPLE, He was a former resident of Rochester.

A self-employed carpet layer, he was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a member and past commandant of the Thomas Jennings Marine Corps League, a member and past commander of Robinson Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4549, a member of Robinson American Legion Post 69, Amvets Post 33, Robinson Elks Lodge 1188 and the Palestine First Christian Church. He was instrumental in raising funds for the Illinois Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Springfield. He also was an organizer of the Marine Corps League Nurse’s Scholarship Fund.

Surviving are his mother of Palestine; and four sisters, Pam RICH of rural Palestine, Debbie FULLER of Palestine, Phyllis WARE of Kilamichael, Miss., and Paula SHAULIS of Phoeix. He is the nephew of Mrs. Stan (Judy) MUSGRAVE of Rochester.

Funeral services were at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 at Goodwine Funeral Home. Burial was at the Oak Grove Cemetery, near Palestine, Ill.

Graveside military services were conducted by the Robinson VFW, the American Legion, the Amvets and the Thomas Jennings Marine Corps League.

Friday, August 30, 1996

Marna P. Buchert

April 11, 1946 - Aug. 28, 1996

Marna P. BUCHERT, 50, 11300 Manor Drive, Plymouth, died at 4 p.m. Wednesday as the result of an autoobile accident in St. Joseph county.

Born in Lakewood, Ohio to William and Virginia ELIAS PLOTZ, she married Earl W. BUCHERT on Feb. 20, 1982 in Zoar, Ohio. She had been a residet of Plymouth since 1982.

She graduatd from Lakewood High School, Lakewood, Ohio in 1964 and attended Ohio State University in Columbus. She was an insurance adjuster for 11 years in the Rochester office of the American States Insurance Company. She worked for over 20 years with the Girl Scouts of America program and she enjoyed swimming, taveling, golf and home cooking. She was an active member of the Calvary Lutheran Church and belonged to the Ladies Church Guild.

She is survived by her husbad and her children: a daughter Jeanne and husband Dan TANNER, Plymouth, two step-daughters, Jolynn and husband Dan CROWLEY, Bolivar, Ohio, and Jana and husbad Scott BARNHART, Howe; a son Bill KARCHER and wife Shannon, Dover, Ohio; a step-son, Richard and wife Michelle BUCHERT, Plymouth; and ten grandchildren. In addition she is survived by a sister, Barbara ELIAS, Middlebury, Vt.

Services to celebrate the Eternal Life of Marna BUCHERT will be at 10:30 a.m. Wedesday at the Calvary Lutheran Church, 1314 N. Michiga St., Plymouth, with the Rev. Bob HERRING officitng. Friends may call at te Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, on Tuesday from 2-8 p.m and at the church on Wednesday for one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Lutheran Church Building Fund.

David C. Hill

Jan. 30, 1918 - Aug. 30, 1996

David C. HILL, 78, died at 5:25 a.m. today at his Rochester resdence.

Born in Wayne Township to Lyman and Mabel WARNER HILL, he married Doris BROWN HUFFMAN on Dec. 12, 1945 in Grass Creek.

He graduated from Grass Creek High School in 1936 and served in France with the U.S. Army during WW II, participating in the D-Day invasion A retired Wayne Township farmer he was a member of Grass Creek United Methodist Church, a life member of Kewanna Veterans of Foreign Wars and a member of the Farm Bureau. He liked to garden and fish.

He is survived by his wife, Doris; a son Roger E. HILL, Coffeyville, Kan.; a daughter Diana DONATHEN, Kewanna; a step-son David HUFFMAN, Indianapolis, a step-daughter, Carol HUFFMAN at home; seven grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Also surviving are a brother, Warren HILL, Ellenton, Fla.; four sisters, Marjorie FINK, Louisville, Ky., Mildred DIETERLE, Saline, Mich., Charlotte MYERS, Deer Creek, and Donna ADAMS, Royal Center.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Grass Creek United Methodist Church with the Rev. Don REED officiating. Burial will be at the Grass Creek Cemetery with graveside military services being conducted. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the Harrison-Metzger Fueral Home, Kewanna Chapel, and for one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Grass Creek United Methodist Church.

Martha E. Hoffman

Feb. 22, 1916 - Aug. 29, 1996

Martha E. HOFFMAN, 80, Rochester, died at 10:16 a.m. Thursday following an illness at Woodlawn Hospital where she had been a patient for the past eight days. She had been in failing health for the past two years.

Boen in Newcastle Township to Harley and Carrie DUDGEON MATHEWS she married Lavoy B. HOFFMAN on January 13, 1935 in South Bend.

She had lived her entire life in Newcastle Township and had been employed as a clerk in the former Wiles Departmet Store, Rochester. She was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church and the Better Homes Club in Newcastle Township.

She is survived by her husband, Lavoy; two daughters, Mrs. Phillip (Janice) PRATT, Rochester, and Mrs. Sharon BEAMAN, Kokomo; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Rosemary HOFFMAN, Bloomington; seven grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. In addition she is survived by a sister, Mrs. Harold (Mildred) MEISER, Rochester; and two brothers, Ernest and wife Claire MATHEWS, Lakeville, and Herman and wife Charlotte MATHEWS, Rochester. She was preceded death by a son, Richard [HOFFMAN], her twin sister, Mary KINDIG, and a sister Minne MATHEWS.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. Saturday and one hour prior to the services on Sunday.

Memorials other than flowers may be made to the Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Saturday, August 31, 1996

[no obits]

Monday, September 2, 1996

[no paper - holiday]

Tuesday, September 3, 1996

Everett A. Hite

Jan. 25, 1915 - Aug. 30, 1996

Everett A. HITE, 81, 401 North Parker St., Warsaw, died at 3:10 p.m. Friday at the Mason Health Care Faciity, Warsaw.

Born in St. Joseph County to Samuel and Lela EVERLY HITE, he married Frances KLOENNE on April 12, 1941. She survives. He worked for Myer Levin & Son, Warsaw and retired in 1989.

Also surviving are two sons, Everett HITE Jr., Kingsland, Ga., and Daniel HITE, Greensville, Ohio; a daughter, Mrs. Dean (Sylvia) HOLLOWAY, Rochester; twelve grandchildren; eleven great-gradchildren, and several great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by three sisters, Mrs. Mary MASTERSON, Doris McFARLAND, and Sharon POPE, all of Plymouth, and three brothers, Harold HITE, Warsaw, Chester WILCOX and Ralph WILCOX, both of Plymouth. He was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Sept. 4 at the Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, with the Pastor Sam CARNS officiating. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Meda I. Hoover

Sept. 20, 1903 - Sept. 1, 1996

Meda I. HOOVER, 92, formerly of Kewanna, died at 3:30 a.m. Sunday at the Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Fulton County to George R. and Myrtle CLAYBURN PRATT, she married Galen A. HOOVER on Sept. 17, 1932 in Mexico. He died March 4, 1979. A graduate of Kewna High School in 1922, she was a homemaker, an accomplished cook and enjoyed tatting (needlework). She was a member of the Kewanna United Methodist Church since 1952 and the church’s UVW. She was a Sunday School teacher and a past member of the church’s Gold Diggers Circle.

She is survived by a son George and his wife Pat HOOVER, Rochester; fourteen grandchildren, and twenty-three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, Russell PRATT, Rochester.

She was preceded in death by a son, Roy HOOVER, Yorktown and Kewanna; a daughter, Joan JOHNSON, Paris, Ill; two sisters, Roxie HOTT, Leiters Ford, and Freda FREIDRICH, Star City; and a brother, Omer PRATT, Hamlet.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Harrison-Metzger Kewanna Chapel with the Rev. Mike BEALL officiating. Burial will be at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday and after 8 a.m. Wednesday until the time of services.

Memorial contributions may be made to he Kewanna United Methodist Church.

James S. Coplen

James Sam COPLEN, 65, 624 19th Road, Tippecanoe, died at 3:30 a.m. today at his residence. Arrangements are pending at the King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Carolyn J. Hooker

Jan. 3, 1925 - Sept. 2, 1996

Carolyn J. HOOKER, 71, 1001 Madison St., died at 6:30 a.m. Monday at her residence following a six-week illness.

Born in Rochester to Milo and Mary SAYGER COPLEN, she married Jack B. HOOKER in March, 1952 in Plymouth. He died Sept. 11, 1966.

She had lived her entire life in the Rochester community and graduated from Rochester High School in 1943. An L.P.N. for 44 years, she had been an employee of Woodlawn Hospital and had also managed the former Rochester Nursing Home. She was a member of the First Christian Church and the American Legion Auxiliary, both of Rochester.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Sheila BOHM and Mrs. John (Lisa) KEEFE, both of Rocheser; two sons, Barth and wife Chris HOOKER, Kissimmee, Fla., and Brian HOOKER, Rochester; and eight grandchldre, Brett BOHM, Kassandra BARKMAN, Robbie and Callie REDINGTON, John KAMP, Jodi RICHARDSON, Jane and Jada HOOKER. She was preceded in death by a half-brother, Porter COPLEN, in 1984.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Revs. Robert STORY and C. Allan HAZEN officiatig. Burial will be at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rocheser. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until services.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church, Fulton County Cancer Fund or Hope Hospice.

Wilbur A. McIntyre

Aug. 12, 1909 - Sept. 1, 1996

Wilbur A. McINTYRE, 87, formerly of Leiters Ford, died at 4 a.m. Sunday at the Columbia Humana Hospital, Brandon, Fla. He had been a resident of Tampa, Fla., for the past three months.

Born in Bellflower, Ill. to Allan and Emeline FRANCISCO McINTYRE, he married Ann E. ROSZHART on Oct. 11, 1933 in Chicago, Ill. She died Jan. 25, 1988. He attended the Plymouth Missionary Church, Plymouth.

He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Jack (Nancy) COOK, Valrico, Fla., Sharon LEE, St. Louis, Mo., Mrs. Richard (Sheila) JACOBS, and Michaelene STUTZMAN, both of Plymouth; fourteen grandchildren and twenty-five great-grandchildren. His parents, one sister and five brothers preceded him in death.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Washington Cemetery, Culver, with the Rev. Rodney EILER officiatig. There will be no visitation. The Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideon Memorial Bible Society.

Wednesday, September 4, 1996

James Coplen

April 29, 1931 - Sept. 3, 1996

James “Sam” COPLEN, 65, Tippecanoe, died at 3:30 a.m. Tuesday at his residence.

Born in Kosciusko County to Ray and Flossie JEFFERIES COPLEN, he married Lena FISHER FILLOFF at Tippecanoe. He was a lifetime area resident and worked as a shipping clerk for Owens Illinois, Warsaw, for 33 years. He served as an officer of the American Flint Glass Workers Union on both the local and national levels as well as receiving an award as the first lifetime member of FGWU local 614 for 32 years of service. He was a Korean Army veteran and a member of the American Legion Post 49, Warsaw; a member of the Indiana Sheriff’s Association, a lifetime member of he National Rifle Association, and held a lifetime hunting license.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Mrs. Eugene (Connie) HENSLEY, Argos, Mrs. Steve (Sandra) READ, Plymouth, Mrs. Tim (Jayne) GANSHORN, Etna Green; six gradchildren and one great-grandchild. Also surviving are a sister, Ann COOPER, Keystone Hts., Fla., and two brothers, Joseph KARNS, Lincoln, Neb., and John COPLEN, South Bend. He was preceded in death by one son, Douglas James COPLEN.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Pastors Tom PADBERG and Bill HALL officiating. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services Friday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall County Hospice.

L. Margaret Gough

May 19, 1904 - Sept 3, 1996

L. Margaret GOUGH, 92, formerly of New York City, died at 1 p.m Tuesday at the Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Greencastle to Earl and Elizabeth Ann SHOEMAKER NEWTON she married William GOUGH on June 1, 1941 in Chicago. He died Nov. 23, 1969 She was an administrative staff assistant with the U.S. Civil Service and a former secretary/treasurer of her senior citizens group in New York City. She moved to this area in 1978.

She is survived by a brother, Albert NEWTON, of Roachdale, and several nieces ad nephews, including Maggie DORAN of Rochester.

In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by two brothers and seven sisters.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Robert STOREY officiating. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Roachdale Cemetery. Visittion is from 5-8 p.m Thursday and after 9 a.m until services on Friday

Thursday, September 5, 1996

[no obits]

Friday, September 6, 1996

Cecil E. Silveus

Cecil E. SILVEUS, 77, Silver Lake, died at 9 a.m. today at Peabody Memorial Home, North Manchester, following an illness. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron.

Frances E. Sink

Jan. 10, 1918 - Sept. 2, 1996

Frances E. SINK, 78, died at 11:10 p.m. Monday at Brethren Healthcare Center, Flora.

Born in Leiters Ford to John W and Cora HIRT HILFICKER, she married Donovan SINK on June 8, 1946 in Lucerne. He died March 5, 1962.

She graduated from Metea High School in 1936 and had been employed at Sayco until her retirement in 1979. A member of the Flora Church of the Brethren, she did volunteer work at Brethren Healthcre, helping with Meals on Wheels.

She is survived by two sons, Dean SINK, Fora, and Devon SINK, Young America, a daughter, Kathy GOLTZ, Young America, a step-son, J. Darhl SINK, Sarasota, Fla.; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She is also survived by a sister, Lula GROSTEFON, Star City. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.

Services were at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Reinke Funeral Home, Flora, with Pastor Chris BUNCH officiating. Burial was at Beech Grove Ceetery, Sharon.

Memorial contributions may be made to Flora Church of the Brethren.

Saturday, September 7, 1996

[no obits]

Monday, September 9, 1996

Cecil E Silveus

April 18, 1919 - Sept. 6, 1996

Cecil Earl SILVEUS, 77, Silver Lake, died at 9:05 a.m. Friday at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester, following a 14-year illness.

Born in Akron to Ernest and Bertha YOUNG SILVEUS, he married Mary D. OATESS on June 21, 1966 in Silver Lake. A retired farmer he had lived most of his life in the Akron and Silver Lake communities and was a member of the Siver Creek Church of God. He retired as a shipping clerk and security guard from R.R Donnelley & Sons, Warsaw, in 1984.

He is survived by his wife, Mary, three daughters, Mrs. Richard (Patricia) GOSHERT, Warsaw, Mrs. Vernon (Diana) ZOLMAN, Mishawaka, and Mrs. Bill (Peggy) GILGER, McHenry, Ill.; two step-daughters, Mrs Carl (Carolyn) HADDOX, Calif; and Mrs. Richard (Mary Elaine) BEATY, Simi, Calif; one step-son, Charles ad his wife Isela WENDER, El Paso, Texas; eleven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, ten step-grandchidren and eleven step-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Esther Ruth SILVEUS, Warsaw; and a nephew, Devon and his wife Marsha SMITH, Akron. Preceding him in death were his parents and an infant brother, Paul DeVerl SILVEUS.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Silver Creek Church of God, Silver Lake, with the Rev. Randy SAMUELS and the Rev. Phil BLAKE officiatig. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, and at the church one hour prior to services on Tuesday.

Russell A. Newell

Dec. 30, 1909 - Sept. 6, 1996

Russell Arthur NEWELL, 86, Michigantown, died at 9:35 p.m. Friday at the Milner Health Care Center, Rossville, following a one-week illness.

Born in Pyrmont to Garfield W. and Nellie Pearl DUBES NEWELL, he married Shirley DEWALD on Sept. 4, 1932. He came to Michigantown as a barber in 1932 nnd was founder of Newell Gas and Appliances, Michigantown.

He was a graduate of Fulton High School, a Navy veteran of WW II serving on the USS Banner, a member of the Michigantown Christian Church and Beard Masonic Lodge. He was president of Finance Board when Clinton Centeral School was built and an avid Clinton Central basketball fan.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley; son, Marcus R NEWELL, Michigantown; two daughters Mrs. Ralph (Sarah) WEBB and Mrs. Jay (Rosie) McKINNEY, both of rural Frankfort; ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchidren. He is also survived by a brother, Fredrick E. NEWELL, Reno, Nev.

Memorial services were at 11 a.m. today at the Michigantown Christian Church, with the Rev. John MORRIS officiating. Private family burial will be held. Goodwin Funeral Home in Frankfort was in charge of arrangements

Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigantown Christian Church Building Fund or the Clinton County Heart Fund.

Janet Nellans

Oct. 6, 1910 - Sept. 5, 1996

Janet [ZOOK] NELLANS, 85, South Bend, died Thursday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, of natural causes.

Born in Fulton, she married Carl R. NELLANS. He died Aug. 29, 1973. She had lived in the South Bend area since 1984

She was a member of Faith United Methodist Church. Both she and her twin, Janes, were accomplished musicians. In 1927 in a basketball game between Fulton High School and Roann High School, she socred 75 points and is in the Basketball Hall of Fame in New Castle.

She is survived by two sons, Richard L. NELLANS, Sparta, Mich., Donald R. NELLANS, Honolula, Hawaii; and four grandchildren. Also surviving is her identical twin sister, Janes [ZOOK] GRAHAM, South Bend.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at the Guisinger Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, South Bend, and burial will be in Southlawn Cemetery.

Helen L. Burkett

Feb. 27, 1918 - Sept. 7, 1996

Helen L BURKETT, 78, formerly of Fulton, died at 4 a.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport. Born in Washington Township, Carroll County, to Andrew and Bessie RYNEARSON HUSTON, she married Orville BURKETT on Dec. 22, 1956, in Logansport. He died Nov. 27, 1986.

A 1936 graduate of Deer Creek High School she received her Bachelor’s Degree from Central Normal College, Danville, and her Master’s Degree from Ball Sate University. She was a member of Cross-Wind United Methodist Church, Rochester Eastern Star, Fulton County Retired Teacher’s Association, Indiaa State Teacher’s Associatio and Delta Kappa Gamma sorority. She retired as a teacher in 1980 from the Rochester Communty School Corporation. Prior to that, she had taught at schools in Carroll County, Jonesboro, Crown Point, Lutheran Mountain Mission in the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, Bible School at Rocky Boy Indian Reservation in Montana, and at various church camps in Pennsylvania, Virginia, North Carolina and Indiana. She taught school for 39 1/2 years.

She is survived by one son Gerry and his wife Jackie BURKETT, Rochester; one daughter Karen and husband Loren HYLTON, Logansport; seven grandchildren Roscoe, Regan, Renee, Ryan and Rylee BURKETT, and Evan and Lindy HYLTON. She is also survived by two sisters, Margaret Ruth BRYANT and Phyllis McVAY, both of Logansport, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Howard HUSTON, and two sisters, Donnabelle HUSTON and Mary Alice NALE.

Services were at 11 a.m. today at the Athens United Methodist Church with the Rev. Charles E. GAST officiating Burial was at Athens Cemetery. Kroeger Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. [Memorials may b made to the Cross-Wnd Church or the Akron Public Library.]

Tuesday, September 10, 1995

Neil A. Berdine

Dec. 15, 1981 - Sept. 9, 1996

MONTEREY - One area teenager was killed and another was seriously injured in a motorized bicycle-car accident about 5:10 p.m. Monday.

Neil BERDINE, 14, Culver was pronounced dead of massive trauma at the scene by Pulaski County Deputy Coroner Samanth BRICK.

The driver of the motorized bicycle, 15-year-old Kewanna Ronny ALLEN, Delong, sustained multiple fractures and possible internal injuries. He was transported to Pulaski Memorial Hospital and was later flown to Parkview Memorial Hospital in Fort Wayne.

Allen is listed inserious condition today.

The crash occurred at the intersection of Pulaski County Road 600 North and County Road 600 East, according to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department.

The police report said Allen failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection and collided with a car driven by Angeline HOGAN, 27, Monterey.

Hogan was south bound. She told police she “slammed” on her brakes, but was unable to stop. The impact of the crash shattred Hogan’s windshied She was unable to see. Allen told police he could not remember what happened in the accident.

Hogan was not injured She was taken to Pulaski Memorial Hospital by Culver medics for treatment of what was thought to be shock.

Three passengers in Hogan’s vehicle, Kevin BACK, 40, Kevin HOGAN, 3; and Keith M.

BACK, 2, all of Monterey, were not injured in the crash.

Neil A. BERDINE, 14, Culver, died Monday in an accident at the intersection of County Roads 600 East and 600 North in Pulaski County.

Born in Plymouth to John and Regina JASKUTIS BERDINE, he was a freshman at Culver community High School. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Wednesday, September 11, 1996

Neil A. Berdine

Dec. 15, 1981 - Sept. 9, 1996

Neil Anthony BERDINE, 14, Culver, died at 5:10 p.m. Monday in an accident at the itersection of County Roads 600 East and 600 North in Pulaski County.

Born in Plymouth to John and Regina SASKUTIS BERDINE, he was a freshman at Culver Community Schools. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, camping and collecting baseball cards.

Surviving with his parents is a brother John BERDINE Jr., at home; a paternal grandmother, Mrs. Dorothy McCLELLAND, Hammond, and a maternal grandfather, Feliksas JASKUTIS, Lithuania. Several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Lonnie BLOUNT officiating. Burial will be at Leiters Ford Cemetery. Friendss may call at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. until services Thursday.

Memorials may be made to the Culver Community Schools athletic department.

Donald Horn

Donald HORN, 74, 306 Fifth St., Winona Lake, died at 11:50 p.m. Tuesday at Hosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone

Violet Long

Violet “Babe” LONG, Bradenton, Fla., formerly of Mentone, died at 6:15 a.m today at St. Vincent’s Hospice Hospital, Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Edwin B. Newcomb

Edwin B. “Ed” NEWCOMB, 61, Rochester, died at 2:28 a.m. today following an illness at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne, where he had been a patient for one day. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Thursday, September 12, 1996

Donald B. Horn

Jan 30, 1922 - Sept. 10, 1996

Donald B. HORN, 74, 306 5th St., Winona Lake, died at 11:50 p.m. Tuesday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Marshall County to Granville and Mary DORLAND HORN, he married Margery Jeanne MILLER on Sept. 18, 1948; she died Oct. 7, 1969. On June 5, 1971 he married Ruby A. HELMICK; she survives.

He had resided in the Winona Lake area for 25 years, having come from the Mentone area. Retired from Zimmer, Warsaw, he was a member of the Zimmer 20-year club, and the Warsaw Church of Christ.

Surviving with his wife are a daughter, Christine Ann HORN, Redondo Beach, Calif., a son, Jay Alan HORN, Winona Lake, and a grandson, James HORN, Warsaw. He is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Howard (Thelma) CLIPP, Elkhart, and Mabel CRADDOCK, St Albans, W.Va. He was preceded in death by a sister and four brothers.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Pastors David ASHLEY and Greg STERLING officiatig Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Visitatio will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Edwin B. Newcomb

Oct. 14, 1934 - Sept. 11, 1996

Edwin B. NEWCOMB, 61, Rochester, died at 2:29 a.m. Wednesday at Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne, where he had been a patient for three days He had been in failing health for six months.

Born in Rochester to James G. “Doc” and Donna BROOKS NEWCOMB, he married Janice M. DURKES on March 15, 1953; she survives.

He had lived his entire life in the Rochester community and had been Parts Manager for Arone-Eads Ford, Lincoln & Mercury Automobile Agency before retirig in 1992. He was a 1952 graduate of Rochester High School and had been involved with the area youth through coaching Little and Minor League Baseball teams for several years. He was an I.H.S.A.A. football official, a member of the North-Central Officials Association, a member of the Indiana High School Athletic Association for 35 yers, and a member of the First Baptist Church of Rochester.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Lincoln (Cathie) LUKENS, Rochester, and Mrs. Bill (Laura) TITUS, Danville; two sons, Kent and wife Darlene NEWCOMB, Parma, Ohio, and Scott and wife Beverly NEWCOMB, Rochester; ten grandchildren, Jennifer, Micah and Gus LUKENS; Ryan, Mark and Jayne TITUS; Andrew, Joseph, Eri ad Emily NEWCOMB; and one great-granddaughter, Rebekah MINNICK. He is also survived by his mother, Donna NEWCOMB, Rochester, and a brother, Karl ad wife Sharon NEWCOMB, Haubstaudt; several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles also survive. Preceding him in death was his father.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Dr Mark SPENCER and Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contribuions may be made to the First Baptist Church, Rochester.

Burdette Garner

Jan. 25, 1916 - Sept. 11, 1996

Burdette GARNER, 80, Kewanna, died at 8:10 a.m. Wednesday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Born in Leiter Ford to Clyde and Grace GUISE GARNER, he mrried Opal I. CRABB on March 16, 1941 at the First Baptist Church of Kewanna.

A 1934 graduate of Kewanna High School he was a retired farmer and auctioneer, and a member of the Indiana Auctioneer’s Association. A member of the Kewanna First Baptist Church he liked to sing and was chorus leader at the church.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a son, Thomas [GARNER], Kewanna, a daughter, Vicky SCANTLEN, Milford, and six grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Alice HOUSE, Kewanna, and a brother, Leonard GARNER, Rolla, Mo.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Harrison-Metzger Kewanna Chapel with Dr. Douglas A. BLANC, Sr., officiating. Burial will be at Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Saturday and after 9 a.m. Suday until the time of services at the funeral home.

Theresa Johnson

Theresa JOHNSON, 31, 4946 N. Old Indiana 17, Rochester, died appproximately noon Wednesday in University Hospital Indianapolis, following a long illness.

Theresa attended the Manitou Training Center and the Marshall Starke Development Center. She will be remembered as a free spirit loved by all and sadly missed by family and friends.

She is survived by her mother, Evelyn JOHNSON, Rochesrter; a sister, Deborah JOHNSON BERRYMAN, Normal, Ill., and a brother, Clarence JOHNSON Jr., Madison, Tenn.; also several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Gatlings Funeral Home, 10133 Halsted St., Chicago, Ill., 60628. Visitation will be at 1:30 p.m. prior to the service and a repast will follow at the funeral home after burial at Oaklawn Memory Lane in Dalton, Ill.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Manitou Training Center or Marshall Starke Development Center.

Clara B. Martin

Nov. 11, 1926 - Sept. 11, 1996

Clara Belle MARTIN, 69, Fulton, died at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Life Care Center.

Born in Fulton to Ruben S. and Christina O’HARA MARTIN, she was a retired civil service employee of Grissom Air Force Base.

She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mary Jane PODRAZA, Anchorage, Alaska, one niece and four nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother Rolland MARTIN.

Visitation will be from 12-2 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, with graveside services immediately following visitation. The Rev. Lonnie PETERS will officiate.

Friday, September 13, 1996

Vactor O. Connell, M.D.

April 9, 1913 - Sept. 12, 1996

Vactor O. CONNELL, M.D., 83, 705 N. Harris St., Bourbon, died at 3:12 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth, after an illness.

Born in Odon to Orlando S. and Mary Elizabeth SENIFF CONNELL he married Margaret MEYER on July 18, 1939; she survives.

He graduated from Odon High School in 1931 and attended Indiana University from 1933-1938. Upon graduation from I.U. Medical School in 1942 he entred the Medical Service of the U.S. Navy as an assistant surgeon. He served in the Pacific during WWII aboard the USS Cavalier. The ship was torpedoed near the Philippine Islands and towed back to Hawaii. After the war he joined his family in Fulton, where he began his medical practice. After a year he moved to Bourbon, where he practiced family medicine and surgery for 49 years. He was on the staff of the Plymouth Hospital and attended the First United Methodist Church of Bourbon. He served on the board of directors of then, Norcen, now Indiana Federal Bank of Culver for eight years. He was a member of both state and national organizations of the American Medical Associations. A 32nd degree Mason, he belonged to the Bourbon Msonic Lodge, and was a member of the Bourbon American Legion Post No.424 for 50 years. In 1977 then-Governor of Indiana, Otis Bowen, named him a Sagamore of the Wabash.

He was a world traveler; he hunted big game in Alaska, Africa, India, Central America and Canada. He contributed hunting trophies to the Dehm Museum in Fort Wayne.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mary C. BENNETT, M.A., Kokomo, Cynthia C. DAVIS, PhD., Cranston, R.I.; five grandchildren, Juliet E. DAVIS, St. Petersvburg, Fla., Hedi M. DAVIS, Cranston, R.I.; J.C. UTTER, Burbon, Lacey BENNETT, Fishers, and Neal E. BENNETT, Kokomo. He is also survived by three sisters, Hazel HOLT, Bloomington; Treva KUHN, Oshkosh, Wis., and Betty DEMARY, Akron, Ohio, secveral nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the First United Methodist Church of Bourbon with the Rev. Mark G. COTTRILL and Pastor Bonnie LIEBER officiating. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bourbon. Visitation is from 2-9 p.m. on Saturday and on Sunday at Rainstone Place (7900 E. 8th Road, Plymouth) and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday. Bourbon Masonic Lodge will conduct a Masonic service at 8 p.m. on Saturday. Graveside military services will be conducted by the Bourbon American Legion. Deaton Funeral Home, Bourbon, is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church.

Courtney L. Floyd

Dec. 22, 1975 - Sept. 13, 1996

Courtney L. FLOYD, 20, P.O. Box 166, Macy (Nyona Lake), died at 7:40 a.m. today in an auto accident at the intersection of Old U.S. 31 and U.S. 31. Funeral arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Violet Long

Violet “Babe” LONG, of Bradenton, Fla., formerly of Mentone, died at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Vincent’s Hospice, Indianapolis.

Born in Marshall County, she married Everett LONG who preeceded her in death in 1987. She was a bookkeeper for Johnson Lumber Company, Warsaw.

She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Alan (Sue) LEIGHTON, Indianapolis, a son, Lyle LONG, Carlinville, Ill., Two grandchildren and two step-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Marjorie HOLM and Gladys SHENOWETH, both of Bourbon, and a brother, Bud SNYDER, Braqdenton, Fla.

Services will be at 2 p.m. sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Greg RITTENHOUSE officiating. Burial will be in the Mentone Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12-2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made to the St. Vincent’s Hospice, 2142 West 86th St., Indianapolis IN 46260.

Saturday, September 14, 1996

Courtney L. Floyd

Dec. 22, 1975 - Sept. 13, 1996

Services for Courtney Lynn FLOYD, 20, 106 South East Lakeshore Dricve, Nyona Lake, will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home.

The Rev. David WELSH will officiate. Burial will be in the Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Friends may call from 3-8 p.m. Sunday and after 9 a.m. Monday.

Miss Floyd died at 7:40 a.m. Friday in the Woodlawn Hospital emergency room from multiple internal injuries sustained in an automobile/tractor-trailer accident at U.S. 31 and Old U.S. 31.

She was born in Rochester to David A. and Kathy A. STAHL FLOYD, who survive. She lived her entire life in the Macy and Nyona Lake areas. She worked in the Graphic-Arts Department at The Rochester Sentinel. She graduartd from North Miami High School in 1994 and from International Business College, Fort Wayne, in 1995 with an associates degree in Graphic Arts.

Surviving with her parents are one brother, David H. [FLOYD], Macy; maternal grandparents, Richard and Dorothy STAHL, Macy; paternal grandmother, Chloe FLOYD, Rochester; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Glen W. Floyd

May 18, 1923 - Sept. 12, 1996

Glen W. FLOYD, 73, 240 Agua Vista Ave., Debary, Fla., died at 2:47 p.m. Thursday at Volusia Medical Center, Orange City, Fla.

He was born in Peru to Ross Emery and Mary Marie WARD FLOYD. He was married to Clara K. SLOWN, who survives. He was a retired master carpenter and member of the Devary Christian Church. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran and member of the Experimental Aircraft Association of Deland, Fla. He moved to Florida in 1970.

Surviving with his wife are two sisters, Mrs. Charles (Marcalla) LATTA, Peru, and Mrs. Gerald (Barbara Ann) DePOY, Rochester, and nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. Robert STORY officiating. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. No visitation is scheduled.

Monday, September 16, 1996

William V. Zimpleman

Feb. 28, 1920 - Sept. 14, 1996

William V. “Bill” ZIMPLEMAN, 76, Fulton, died at 9:38 p.m. Saturday at the Memorial Hospital, Logansport.

Born in Grass Creek to Edward and Helen ADAIR ZIMPLEMAN, he married Bonnie EYTCHESON on Sept. 27, 1947 in Tipton; she survives. He was a retired farmer. A 1938 graduate of Fulton High School, he was a Flying Tiger fighter pilot during WWII while stationed in the Far East with the 14th Air Force Division and rose to the rank of Captain.

He was a member of the Fulton Baptist Church, Elks Lodge 66, 14th Air Force Association and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1343.

In addition to his wife he is survived by two sons, Jack and wife Diane ZIMPLEMAN, Rochester; and Gene and wife Kimberly ZIMPLEMAN, Grand Rapids, Mich.; and nine grandchildren, Angie, Ryan, Greg, Laura, Kyle, Todd, Marla, Andrea ad Austin [ZIMPLEMAN]. He is also survived by a sister, Dorothy E. ANDERSON, Logansport. He was preceded in dearth by two brothers, Kenneth and Dean ZIMPLEMAN, and twin sons.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, with Pastor Lonnie PETERS officiating. Burial will be at Fulton Cemetery with full military graveside rites. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Monday at the McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton Baptist Church.

Tuesday, September 17, 1996

Charles R. Green

Jan. 21, 1923 - Sept. 6, 1996

Charles R. GREEN, 73, Rochester, died at 12:30 a.m. Monday in Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in Indianapolis to Charles W. and Mary VanTREES GREEN, he married Virginia Anne LAWSON on June 18, 1944 in Indianapolis; she survives. He moved to the Rochester area from Indianapolis in 1972.

He served with the U.S. Coast Guard in the Aleutian Islands during WW II and was a retired engineer from Magnavox Corp. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Manitou Moose Lodge, Rochester Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Magnavox Management Club.

In addition to his wife he is survived by three daughers, Susan GREEN, Indianapolis, Judy HAUSERMAN, Toronto, Canada, and Mrs. DeVon (Patty) FROMKE, Carmel; a son Charles R. GREEN Jr., Rochester; and ten grandchildren. He is also survived by four sisters, Mrs. Rosemary RICHEY, Mrs. Jeannette ANDERSON, and Mrs. Juanita HANAWAY, all of Indianapolis. Mrs. Erma CHALLIS, Stockton, Calif.; and a brother, Eugene [GREEN], Greenfield. He was preceded in death by a brother Harry [GREEN].

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. Wednesday.

Donald G. Whitcher

Donald G. WHITCHER, 77, 10030 N.E. 110th, Kirkland, Wash., 98033, died Sunday after a short illness.

He is surived by his wife of 45 years, Virginia Jenice WHITCHER. Mr. Whitcher and his wife were the former owners of the Western Auto Store on East 9th St., Rochester.

Surviving with his wife are five children, Donetta LANGSTAFF and Dan L. HOCKS, Portland, Ore., Elgie GIBSON, Bothell, Wash., Dan GIBSON, Kirkland, Wash., Donald WHITCHER Jr., Camana Island, Wash., several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 12 p.m. Wednesday at the Cedar Park Assembly of God, Bothell, Wash.

Wednesday, September 18, 1996

Arthur J. Anderson

Jan. 16, 1920 - Sept. 17, 1996

Arthur J. ANDERSON, 76, died at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday at his Kewanna residence.

Born in Fulton County to Oren J. and Mary KREAMER ANDERSON, he married Ruth Ann TOMLINSON on Dec. 20, 1941 in Goshen; she survives. A retired farmer and avid fisherman, he was a 1938 graduate of Kewanna High School and served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a member of Kewanna First Baptist Church, the Rochester Order of Eastern Star 70, a Past Master of the former Kewanna Masonic Lodge 546 and was 50-year member Rochester Masonic Lodge 79.

In addition to his wife he is survived by two daughters, Joyce and husband Fred LUKNOW, Kewanna, Becky and husband Jim LINCOLN, South Bend, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Lera M. McKINNEY, Eugene, Ore., and a host of Minnesota family and friends where he spent his summers fishing. He was preceded in death by one brother.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Friday at the Harrison-Metzger Kewanna Chapel with the Rev. Steve TUFTS and the Rev. Mike BEALL officiating. Burial will be in the Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Visitation will be after 4 p.m. Thursday with Masonic services at 8 p.m. Thursday.

Memorials may be made to the Kewanna United Methodist church and the American Cancer Society.

Betty J. Baldwin

Betty J. BALDWIN, 75, Sykesville, Md., died Monday, Sept. 9, at Northwest Hospial Center, Randallstown, Md.

Born in Baltimore to the late Jacob and Rose LIBERTINI LOVALVO, she married Ronald J. BALDWIN.

She had been employed as a Federal Reserve Bank check processor. She was a member of the National Association of Letter Carriers Auxiliary 47 and the American Legion Post 137.

Surviving in addition to her husband, are two daughters, Janice CARVER of Columbia, Md., and Carol HYDE of Adamstown, Md.; and five grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, Sonny LOVALVO of Fallston, Md. and a sister-in-law, Catherine BEATTIE, Rochester.

Funeral services were Thursday, Sept. 12 at the Loring Byers Chapel, Randallstown, Md., with interment at Lake View Memorial Park.

Junior D. Bright

April 3, 1924 - Sept. 17, 1996

Junior D. BRIGHT, 72, Rochester, died at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at his residence following a three-month illness.

Born in Akron to Albert and Nellie BRIGHT, he married Martha ROUCH on Nov. 10, 1947 in Wabash County. She died June 19, 1995. He lived most of his life in Wabash and Fulton counties.

A retired employee of Miller & Sons Lumber Co., Silver Lake, he had served in the European theater during WWII with the U.S. Army and was a member of the North Manchester Veterans of Foreign Wars Post.

He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Benny (Chris) BRYANT, North Manchester, Mrs. Bo (Cathy) MILAM, Paris, Texas; one son, Michael D. BRIGHT, Rochester; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Betty STONER, Delphi, and a brother, Kenny BRIGHT, Akron. He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister.

Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements. There is no funeral or visitation. Private interment will be held at a later date in the Nichols Cemetery near Akron.

Thursday, September 19, 1996

Eugene E. Black

Feb. 10, 1909 - Sept. 18, 1996

Eugene Ernest BLACK, 87, 212 Doral Park Dr., Kokomo, died at 3:35 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Kokomo.

Born in Fulton to George Albert and Florence Ida HECKATHORN BLACK, he married Ruth ENYART on Jan. 23, 1944 at the Fulton United Brethren Church; she survives.

A 1927 graduate of Fulton High School he had worked for the Indiana State Board of Accounts and was the owner and manager of Black Magazine Agency in Logansport for 37 years, retiring in 1972.

He was a memvber of the Bible Baptist Church, Kokomo, where he had taught Sunday School, served on the Board of Deacons and the Board for Child Evangelism. He had also worked with Gideon International.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Beverly Sue TIMBERMAN, Germantown, Tenn., Marcia Jeanne GOLDSTEIN, Toronto, Ontario, a son, Philip B. BLACK, Chicago, and two granddaughters. He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Ellers Mortuary Webster Street Chapel, 3400 South Webster St., Kokomo, with the Rev. John SITTON and the Rev. Reese JOHNSON officiating. Graveside Committal Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Fulton Cemetery, Fulton. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday at Ellers Mortuary Webster Street Chapel.

Memorial contributions may bve made to the Kokomo Rscue Mission.

Marguerite Engelage

June 28, 1920 - Sept. 18, 1996

Marguerite ENGELAGE, 76, 435 E. 5th St., Peru, died at r a.m. Wednesday at her residence.

Born in Rochester to Estil and Glennie HARTMAN BEMENDERFER, she married Robert J. ENGELAGE on May 26, 1940; he died Jan. 4, 1991. She was employed in the Miami County Treasurer’s Office and Becker-Mock Insurance before retiring in 1982. She was a member of the Main Street United Methodist Church, the Miami County Golf Association, Women of the Moose, Order of the Eastern Star 70, Rochester.

She is survived by a son, Steve R. ENGELAGE, Miliptas, Calif., a daughter, Sharon Ann COFIELD, Monmouth, Ill., and four grandchildre, Thomas and Philip COFIELD, Elysia Marie and Samantha Kay ENGELAGE. She is also survived by a brother, Ned BEMENDERFER, Plymouth, and a sister, Catherine BRUBAKER, Rochester.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Frederick BEMENDERFER, and a grandson, Ronald COFIELD.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Main Steet United Methodist Church, 81 W. Main, Peru, with Dr. E. Dean FAGER officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. today at Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society through the funeral home.

Friday, September 20, 1996

Henrietta Garvey

March 11, 1911 - Sept. 18, 1996

Henrietta GARVEY, 85, formerly of Woodside, South Bend, died at 3:45 a.m. Wednesday at Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall, N.Y., of natural causes.

Born in Rochester to the late Charles and Ruby OVERMYER, she married John R. GARVEY Sr. in Rochester; he died Feb. 3, 1978. She had lived in this area for more than 50 years.

She is survived by a son, John R. GARVEY, Jr., Central Valley, N.Y., two grandsons and two great-grandsons. She is also survived by a brother James B. OVERMYER, Puenta Gorda, Fla., and two sisters, Harriet ROBERTS, Anaheim, Calif., and Florence BEEHLER, Rochester.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Guisinger Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, 3718 S. Michigan, South Bend. Burial will be in Southlawn Cemetery. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. today.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Woodbury Ambulance Corps, Route 32, Central Valley, N.Y.

R. Winston Coffing

May 4, 1930 - Sept. 19, 1996

R. Winston “Wink” COFFING, 66, Macy, died at 4:34 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital Emergency Room following a sudden illness.

Born in Macy to Ralph W. and Gladys CLEMONS COFFING, he married Janice M. MILLER on Dec. 31, 1948 in Rochester; she survives. He had lived his entire life in the Macy community where he was a farmer and pork producer, and was active in the Indiana Pork Producers Association. A 1948 graduate of Macy High School, he was a Miami County councilman for 20 years, served on the North Miami School Board for eight years, was a Past Master of the Macy Lincoln F&AM Lodge 523, and a member of Macy Christian Church. He was a Fulton County Player and also a musician, playing with the Jimmy Meridith and the Huck Fenn Bands over a period of 25 yers.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Dwight (Deborah) HAMMOND, Gilead; two sons, Dale D. and wife Judith COFFING and W. Chris and wife Denise COFFING, both of Macy; six grandchildren and one great-grandson. He is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Ruth BURKE, Monticello, several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents and a sister, Anna Mae COFFING.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. David WELSH officiating. Burial is at Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to services on Monday. Lincoln F&AM Lodge 523 will conduct a Masonic Memorial service in the funeral home at 6 p.m. Sunday evening.

Saturday, September 21, 1996

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Monday, September 23, 1996

Aaryn Marie Biggs

Sept. 20, 1996

Aaryn Marie BIGGS, Rochester, was stillborn Friday at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Fort Wayne.

She is survived by her parents, Doug and Danielle BIGGS and a sister Katelyn BIGGS. Surviving also are maternal grandmother, Dee BENEDICK, Dallas, Taxas; maternal great-grandmother, Pauline DUPREY, Greenville, Texas; paternal grandparents, David and Beth BIGGS and Gene and Shari MELTON, Rochester paternal great-grandparents, Larry and Martha ROBINSON, Curren, Mich., and several aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by a maternal great-grandfather, D.B. OLSON.

Graveside services will be at 3:30 p.m. today at the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery with the Rev. Robert STORY officiating. There is no visitation. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Gladys M. Kamp

April 20, 1925 - Sept. 20, 1996

Gladys M. KAMP, 71, 2440 Carol, Pehrump, Nev., formerly of Rochester, died at Las Vegas, Nev., following an extended illness.

Born in Lucas, S.D., to Allen H. and Maude J. FREVERT EASTLUND, she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Edward (Olive) WILLIAMS, Pahrum, Nev.; two sons, Gary and Guy KAMP, both of Las Vegas, Nev.; four sisters, Eunice KINDIG, San Joes, Calif., Lois THOMPSON, Slippery Rock, Pa., and Lillian PLUMMER and Dorothy ROBINSON, both of Indianapolis; two brothers, Edward EASTLUND, Plymouth and Charles EASTLUND, Albert Lea, Minn.; a step-sister, Barbara ROCK, and two step-brothers, Phillip and Edward WALTZ, all of Rochester. She was preceded in death by a son, Gail [KAMP].

Cremation will take place in Nevada and graveside services in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester, will be announced at a later date. Eastlund-Harris Funeral Home, Syracuse, is in charge of arrangements.

Eulan D. Ulerick

Aug. 29, 1920 - Sept. 16, 1996

Eulan D. ULERICK, 76, R.R. 1, Twelve Mile, died at 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16, at his residence.

Born in Bethlehem Township, Cass County to the late Forrest and Lola ADKINS ULERICK, he was a 1938 graduate of Metea High School. He married Rose Hazel MURPHY on October 12, 1941; she survives. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America all his life and was a Star Scout. He was a troop leader and belonged to the Order of the Sycamore which purchased Camp Buffalo of Three Rivers Council in the early 1950s for the future use of scouts.

He worked at Logan Machine, Logansport, for 25 years as a machinist and material buyer. While at Logan Machine he was the president of the union and encouraged activity in the cause of the worker for his entire life. He left Logan Machine to join Metalloil Corporation of Huntington and rose to become president and owner. He was the founder and president of EDLO Sales and Engineering of Huntington which has an office in Logansport. He was precinct committeeman and secretary of the central committee of the Cass County Democratic Party. He was one of the first members of the Flying Farmers of America and was an avid and active flyer. He was a 50-year member and Past Master of the Royal Center Masonic Lodge, a former member of the Scottish Rite, and a member of the Eagles Lodge, Logansport.

In addition to his wife and mother he is survived by three daughters, Janet GRAVEL, Donna BABB, and Sharon BURNS, all of Twelve Mile; a son, Paul ULERICK, Atlanta, Ga., seven gradchildren and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Lloyd ULERICK, Peru. He was preceded in death by his father and two grandsons.

Private graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Mount Carmel Cemetery, Twelve Mile, with Pastor Tim SMITH officiating. Royal Center Masonic Lodge conducted a Masonic memorial service. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, was in charge of arrangements.

Tuesday, September 24, 1996

Esther D. Ekblaw

Jan. 14, 1896 - Sept. 10, 1996

Esther D. EKBLAW, 101, South Bend, formerly of Rochester, died Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1996, in Meridian Nursing Center - Cardinal, South Bend.

Born in Champaign County, Ill., to August and Marguerite OLSON DAHL, she married Ed L. EKBLAW on Dec. 21, 1924 in Paxton, Ill.; he died Aug. 3, 1950. She moved to South Bend from Rochester in 1961, and is survived by her daugher, Lola EKBLAW, with whom she had lived in South Bend. She was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, South Bend.

In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by a son, Clark E. [EKBLAW], ten brothers and sisters.

There was no service or visitation, and cremation has taken place. Interment will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester, at a later date. Welsheimer Fueral Home, 521 N. William St., South Bend, is in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, September 25, 1996

Howard R. Bunch

Dec. 9, 1923 - Sept. 6, 1996

Howard Raymond BUNCH, 67, Truth or Consequences, N.M., died Friday, Sept. 6, at Sierra Vista Hospital, N.M.

Born in South Bend to Orville and Helen McGOWEN BUNCH, he married Sara G. LEININGER of Akron in Rochester on July 28, 1962; she survives. A retired retail salesman, he was a long-time resident of Michigan before moving to Truth or Consequences in 1994.

In addition to his wife he is survived by five sons, Howard, Kevin, Larry and Jerry BUNCH, all of Quad City, Iowa, Tracy Lee BUNCH, Los Angeles, Calif; a daughter, Kelly Shawn WALTIGNEY, Minneapolis, Minn., and nine grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Helen BAKER, Seabring, Fla., two brothers-in-law, David LEININGER, Akron, and Terry LEININGER, Rochester; and two sisters-in-law, Kathleen LEININGER LEACH, Niceville, Fla., ad Dora LEININGER JONES, Akron. He was preceded in death by one brother.

Funeral services were Sept. 9 at French Mortuary, Truth or Consequences. He will be buried in Nichols Cemetery, Kosciusko County.

Thursday, September 26, 1996

Julia A. Dean

Julia A. DEAN, 52, Tippecanoe, died at 4:05 a.m. today at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, following an illness. Arrangements are pending at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Robert R. Lowry

Robert R. LOWRY, 89, formerly of 412 West South St., Argos, died at 5 a.m. today at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, following an illness. Arrangements are pending at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Joseph E. Sanderson

Oct. 26, 1920 - Sept. 24, 1996

Joseph E. SANDERSON, 75, Greenwood, died Tuesday at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove.

Born in Delphi, he married Nina STERRETT on Dec. 31, 1937; she survives. A U.S. Navy veteran, he was a welding engineer for Mobil Chemical in Florida for 15 years before retiring in 1985. He was a member of the Delphi Methodist Church.

In addition to his wife he is survived by three sons, Barry SANDERSON, Greenwood, Bradley SANDERSON, Warsaw and Jeffry SANDERSON, Saranac, Mich; a daughter, Barbra HARLEY, Goshen; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother James SANDERSON, Tulsa, Okla., and a sister Ruth HIGH, Kokomo. He was preceded in death by a son Barney SANDERSON.

Memorial services are pending at a future date. Wilson St. Pierre Greenwood Chapel is handling the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the National Marfan Foundation, 382 Main St., Port Washington, N.Y., 11050, or to the Parkinson’s Awareness Association of Central Indiana, 4755 Kingsway Drive, Room 200, Suite 13, Indianapolis, IN 46205.

Friday, September 27, 1996

Julia A. Dean

Oct. 18, 1943 - Sept. 26, 1996

Julia A. DEAN, 52, Tippecanoe, died at 4:05 a.m. Thursday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, following an illness.

Born in Tippecanoe to Clifton and Ruth SWIHART BAILEY, she married Thomas L. DEAN on June 15, 1963 in Daleville; he survives. A 1962 graduate of Tippecanoe High School she retired from R.R. Donnelly & Sons Co., Warsaw, in 1984.

In addition to her husband she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Wayne (Jennifer) KADIS, Pembroke Pines, Fla., two sons, Darrell and wife Joan DEAN, Etna Green, Alan DEAN, Plymouth, and seven grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, Frederick and wife Catherine BAILEY, San Clemente, Calif., and Douglas BAILEY, Mishawaka. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son Wesley L. DEAN.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Pastor Dennis L. BOLLENBACHER officiating. Burial will be at the Walnut Church of the Brethren Cemetery, southeast of Argos. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-6 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. Monday through the hour of service.

Hazel F. Holloway

Hazel F. HOLLOWAY, 88, 6801 North South St., Talma, died at 6:51 a.m. today at the Life Care Center, Rochester, following an illness. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Robert R. Lowry

Jan. 28, 1907 - Sept. 26, 1996

Robert Russell LOWRY, 89, University Park Nursing Center, Ft. Wayne, formerly of Argos, died at Parkview Hospital, Ft. Wayne, following an illness.

Born in Streator, Ill. to Russell and and Lucy M. PONTIUS LOWRY, he married Genevieve A. BOYCE on October 12, 1927 in Culver; she died Aug. 17, 1984. Residing most of his life in the Culver and Argos communities, he was a city and rural postal carrier with the Argos Post Office for 42 years before retiring in 1970. He was a member of the Argos Bible Church, Maxinkuckee I.O.O.F. Lodge, Izaak Walton League, Lions Club, and served as a volunteer on the Argos Fire Dept.

He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Bill (Ellen) SCHAUER, Ft. Wayne, Mrs. Jack (Kay) SNELL, New Haven; three granddaughters, Beverly NORRIS, Apple Valley, Calif., Terry VIAR, Fishers. Tamara KNOBLAUCH, Ft. Wayne, and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by three sisters, Mrs. Grace GOUCHENOUR, Argos, Mrs Harold “Hap” (Mary) UTTER and Mrs. Jack (Aleene) ADAMS, both of Mentone, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters, Geraldine LOWRY, Marjorie AMOS and Mildred RHODES.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Argos Bible Church with the Rev. Mark FISHBURN and Rev. Earl LIGHTFOOT officiating. Burial will be at the Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call at the Grossman Funeral Home, 208 North Michigan St., from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Saturday, and at the church one hour prior to the funeral service Sunday. The Maxinkuckee I.O.O.F. Lodge will conduct a memorial service at 6 p.m. Saturday evening.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Argos Bible Church.

Mildred B. Dice

Sept. 13, 1915 - Sept. 27, 1996

Mildred B. DICE, 81, Fulton, died at 1:30 a.m. today at her residence following a two-year illness. Born in Fulton County to Sherman and Bessie EYTCHESON REED, she married Paul K. DICE on Sept. 12, 1936 in Michigan City; he survives. A lifetime resident of the Fulton area, she was a member of the Fulton Baptist Temple.

In addition to her husband she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Lou Ann WHITE, Ft. Wayne, a son, James R. and wife Vicki DICE, Fulton; three grandchildren, Rick WHITE, Ft. Wayne, James P. DICE and Kimberly RITTER, both of Fulton, and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Betty KERBY, Frankfort, and a brother, Don REED of Fulton. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruby WILDERMUTH and Esther COOLEY.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. Lonnie PETERS officiating. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Saturday and after 12 p.m. Sunday until time of service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton Baptist Temple.

Robert E. Gregory

March 6, 1928 - Sept. 21, 1996

Word has been received of the death of Robert E. GREGORY, 68, Avon Park, Fla., formerly of Rochester, on Saturday, Sept. 21. Services and burial were in Avon Park on Monday.

In addition to his wife Dorothy [GREGORY], Avon Park, Fla., he is survived by two sisters, Anna MILLER, Rochester, and Willneta FRY, Texas; and two brothers, Joe GREGORY, Rochester, and Harry GREGORY, Argos.

Saturday, September 28, 1996

Margo E. Kring

April 22, 1943 - Sept. 26, 1996

Margo Elayne KRING, 53, 601 South Bourbon St., Bourbon, died at 11:49 p.m. Thursday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth, following an illness.

She was born in Argos to Nicholas and Evadeen DYGERT KRING. She was married to Clyde Harold EVERAGE, who died in 1967. She later married Vernon KETCHAM. They were divorced. She graduated from Argos High School in 1961 ad was the manager of the food service department at Wal-Mart Discount Cities, Plymouth.

Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. William (Laurie) GARNERT, South Bend; Mrs. Shane (Tammy) NICKERSON, Bremen; Mrs. Elmer (Sheila) SLOAN, Peru; Nichole KETCHAM and Melissa LONG, both of Bourbon; one son, Clyde H. and Christina EVERAGE Jr., Leesburg; ten grandchildren, and her mother. Preceding in death were her father, one sister, Sharon L. [KRING], who died Oct. 5, 1939, and one grqndson, Andy KETHUM, who died in 1991.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Argos Bible Church with the pastor Mark FISHBURN officiating. Burial will be in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, and after 1 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Memorials may be made to Riley Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis.

Elizabeth T. Leininger

April 23, 1915 - Sept. 27, 1996

Elizabeth T. LEININGER, 81, 26 Fairwood Drive, Brownsburg, died at 1:07 a.m. Friday at Hendricks Community Hospital, Danville.

She was born in Wayburn, Saskatchewan, Canada, to Joseph J. and Mary PETER ANDREWS. On Sept. 27, 1942 in Chicago, Ill., she married John LEININGER, who survives. She was a retired administrative assistant for Allstate Insurance Company, Skokie, Ill. where she worked for 15 years. She lived in Brownsburg for the past 12 years moving there from Edgebrook, Ill. She was a member of St. Malachy Catholic Church, Brownsburg, and a charter member of St. Mary’s of the Lake Catholic Church, Culver.

Surviving with her husbad are one daughter, Barbara GOODARD, Brownsburg; one sister, Ann HERRO, Ocanomowac, Wisc., and one brother, John ANDREWS, Blackburg, Va.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, with the Rev. Jeffery LARGENT officiating. Burial will be in the Leiters Ford I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 1-2 p.m. Monday.

Monday, September 30, 1996

Hazel F. Holloway

Aug. 4, 1908 - Sept. 27, 1996

Hazel F. HOLLOWAY, 88, 6801 North South St., Talma, died at 6:51 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center where she had been a patient since Aug. 9.

Born in Pueblo, Colo. to John and Jessie BRADLEY TILDEN, she married Omer “Jack” HOLLOWAY on April1, 1933 in Crown Point; he died March 21, 1995. A homemaker who had lived in this area since 1931, she was a member of the Talma United Methodist Church.

She is survived by a daugher, Mrs. Carole FELTIS, Rochester; three sons, Marion and wife Pauline HOLLOWAY, Richard and wife Laura HOLLOWAY, all of Rochester, Kenneth HOLLOWAY, Etna Green; eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She is also surived by three brothers, Robert and wife Meryle TILDEN, Winamac, Ralph and wife Betty SNYDER, Portage, and Donald and wife Alma SNYDER, North Vernon. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Vivian [HOLLOWAY], 1934, an infant granddaugher, Krista, and two brothers, William and Herbert.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Jean McCAN officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. Tuesday through the hour of service.

Memorial contriburtions may be made to the Talma United Methodist Church.

Charles Haag

March 17, 1934 - Sept. 29, 1996

Charles “Charlie” HAAG, 62, 6417 Lilac Rd., Plymouth, died at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at his residence following a six-month illness.

Born in Plymouth to Henry H. and Thelma BAKER HAAG, he married Betty Kay BIGGS on December 18, 1988 in Plymouth; she survives. A resident of Marshall County and a farmer for many years, he became a partner in Don Koontz Equipment of Plymouth in 1985. From this association came a new venture in 1986 known as H&K Aggregate Division of Plymouth. He was also a part owner of the Jellystone Camp Ground west of Plymouth. He was a member of Local 150 Engineers for over 40 years and a member of Plymouth Moose Lodge 741. In addition to his wife he is survived by a son Lowell HAAG, Colo., and a daughter, Pamela Dean CARPENTER, Elkhart, five grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. He is also survived by a brother Carl HAAG and a sister Beverly GERHART GOLDT, both of Plymouth. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, with the Rev. Charles KRIEF officiating. Burial will be at New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth.

Memorial contrivutions may be made to the Marshall County Hospice.

Lowell A. Wahlig

Sept. 25, 1943 - Sept. 29, 1996

Lowell A. WAHLIG, 53, Athens, died at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Ft. Wayne, where he had bee a patient for three weeks. Born in Rochester to Joe and Louise CLEMANS WAHLIG, he graduated in 1963 from North Miami High School. He had been employed by Kralis Brothers Foods, Mentone, for 20 years.

He is survived by his parents, Joe and Louise WAHLIG, Athens; two sons, Paul and wife Suzanne WAHLIG, Pierceton, Michael WAHLIG, Warsaw, and teo grandsons, Kody and Logan WAHLIG. He is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Jerry (Audry) BUCHAN, Mrs. David (Andrea) DAY, and a brother, Larry and wife Donna WAHLIG, all of Ft. Wayne.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be at Athens Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

Tuesday, October 1, 1996

Samantha Marie Conley

Sept. 28, 1996

Samantha Marie CONLEY, Rochester, was stillborn Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She is survived by her parents, Jeffrey and Tina EWING CONLEY. Surviving also are maternal grandparents, Donna EWING and Brent KRAMER, both of Rochester, and a meternal step-grandfather, Roger COTTRELL, Van Buren; maternal great-grandparents, Bob and Paula EWING and Bob and June KRAMER, both of Rochester; maternal step-great-grandmother, Shirley Jane COTTRELL, Amboy; paternal grandparents Richard and Paula J. SEE, Denver, and Jim and Ellen CONLEY, Rochester; paternal great-grandparets, Clair and Hazel COAHRAN, Macy, and Dean and Vessie ENYART, Rochester. Private graveside services will be at 2 p.m. today at Macy Plainview Cemetery with the Rev. David WELSH officiating Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, October 2, 1996

Wendell D. Sanders

Wendell D. SANDERS, 63, 1116 Franklin St., Rochester, died at 7:25 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth, following an illness.

Born in Rochester to Vern F. and Annabelle V. DAVIS SANDERS, he lived his entire life in the Rochester area. He had attended South Bend Business College. He retired in 1993 from the shipping department at Torx Products after 40 years. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and Circus Fans of America, Peru.

He is survived by two nieces, Mrs. Holly NAJAFIARAB, Francesville, Miss Heather Faye LONG, Rochester, a nephew, Birch and wife Kimberly LONG, Rochesrter, and three great-nephews. He is also survived by a brother-in-law Franklin LONG, Rochester. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Virginia LONG, April 10, 1984, and a brother Francis E. SANDERS, April 2, 1992.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Dr. C. David HOGSETT officiating Burial is in I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. until services Friday.

Harvey R. Callahan

Feb. 13, 1925 - Oct. 1, 1996

Harvey Raymond CALLAHAN, 71, 11 Mallard Lane Sandy Beach, North Manchester, died at 3:30 a.m. Tuesday at his residence.

He was born in Wabash County to John J. and Ruth ANDERSON CALLAHAN. On Nov. 24, 1954 in North Manchester, he married Trula Faye PENROD, who survives. A lifetime Wabash County resident, he was employed at Ford Meter Box for 18 years until his retirement in 1987. He was a member of the North Manchester United Methodist Church, Laketon American Legion Post 402, and WWII Army veteran.

Surviving with his wife are three sons, Vaughn J. CALLAHAN, Urbana, Chad Alan CALLAHAN, Sidney, Brad Evan CALLAHAN, North Manchestr; a daughter, Dawn CALLAHAN, Holland, Ohio; five grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Charles CALLAHAN, North Manchester, and John CALLAHAN, Winamac; and three sisters, Mrs. Lamoin (Mary) MONTEL, North Manchester, Francis CALLAHAN, Winamac, and Mrs. Maurice (Berdene) AZBELL, Rochester. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, two brothers and one sister.

Services will be Thursday at 3 p.m. at the North Manchester United Methodist Church with the Rev. William HEMMIG and Chaplain Jeans BODART officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Servia. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. today at Bender Chapel Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 207 E Main St., North Manchester.

Paul F. Emery

April 23, 1906 - Oct. 2, 1996

Paul F. EMERY, 90, Twelve Mile, died at 1:24 a.m. today at Dukes Hospital, Peru.

He was born in Cass County to Isaac and Cora E. CLARY EMERY, and attended the Lucerne School. On Aug. 20, 1933 in Cass County he married Violet JOHNSON; she died Oct. 23, 1969. He then married Gavette KEITH on Feb. 20, 1972 in Fulton; she died March 4, 1994. A retired farmer, he had lived in Twelve Mile since 1949 having come from Fulton. He was a member of the Fulton United Methodist Church, Modern Woodsmen, and Cass County Farm Bureau of which he was a former director.

He is survived by a daughter Paulletta EMERY SHAFER and a son Robert E. EMERY, both of Twelve Mile, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister Dorothy McCALL of Logansport. He was preceded in death by a granddaughrter, Brenda SHAFER, one brother and eight sisters.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Visitation is from 3-8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday until services.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton United Methodfist Church or the American Cancer Society.

Thursday, October 3, 1996

George B. Lanning

Sept. 5, 1916 - Oct. 1, 1996

Rev. George B. LANNING, 80, Kentland, died Tuesday at 7:50 p.m. in the Jasper County Hospital.

Born in Sweetser, Father Lanning attended St. Mary’s College, St. Mary’s, Ky., and St. Meinrad Seminary. He retired in 1988 after serving 24 years as pastor of St. Joseph Church of Kentland. He was an assistant at St. Joan of Arc, Kokomo before being appointed pastor of Immaculate Conception, Portland, with mission at St. Joseph, Winchester in 1949. He was a U.S. Navy chaplain and chaplain at the state reformatory at Pendleton. He was pastor at St. Joseph, Rochester, from 1957 to 1964, when he transferred to Kentland.

He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Rensselaer, and the American Legion Post 23, Kentland.

He is survived by a brother Robert LANNING of Indianapolis. He was preceded in death by a sister, Gladys [LANNING].

Funeral services will be in Kentland with a Mass offered at 11 a.m Friday at St. Joseph with Bishop William HIGI officiating. Interment will be in St Joseph Cemetery. Military rites will be conducted at the graveside. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. today at St. Joseph Church with a Rosary at 8 p.m. and the body will lie in state one hour prior to the services on Friday.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph School Foundation.

Joni Berry

Nov. 3, 1955 - Oct 2, 1996

Joni GOODMAN BERRY, 40, Ft. Wayne, died Wednesday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Ft. Wayne.

Born in Frankfort to Richard and Betty GOODMAN, she moved to Ft. Wayne in 1960. She had worked as a Work Release Coordinator for 10 years at the Allen County Sheriff’s Department and had worked at the Olive Garden and Hall’s Orchard House for three years.

Surviving are her parents, Betty and Richard GOODMAN, New Haven, a daughter, Jennifer Nicole BERRY, New Haven, and a brother, Michael J. GOODMAN, Ft. Wayne.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 US Highway 30 E., New Haven. Burial will be at I.O.O.F. Cemetery, New Haven. Visitation is from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Friday, October 4, 1996

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Saturday, Oct. 5, 1996

Annabell L. Konieczny

Feb. 16, 1914 - Oct. 4, 1996

Annabell L. KONIECZNY, 82, 125 VBelden St., LaPorte, died at 8:20 a.m. Friday at Michigan City Health Care Center following a lengthy illness.

She was born in Rochester. On April 25, 1931 in LaPorte she married Ben S. KONIECZNY, who died Jan. 26, 1993. She was a homemaker and cosmetic agent for Vivian Woodard Cosmetics. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Sacred Heart and Rosary Society, the Swanson Center for Senior Citizens, Michiana Shores Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary and the Indiana Volunteer Firemans Association Auxiliary.

Surviving are two daughters, Leona URYGA, Michiga City; and Sharon HUGHES, LaPorte; one son, James [KONIECZNY], Las Vegas, Nev.; seven grandchildren; one great-grandson; one brother, Charles CUNNINGHAM, LaPorte; nieces and nephews. Preceding in death with her husband were one son, Benjamin [KONIECZNY], one daughter, Mary Ann [KONIECZNY], one sister and three brothers.

Funeral mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with the Rev. John J. STREBIG officiating. Burial will be in the Patton Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Sunday and from 8-9:30 a.m. Monday at Essling funeral Home, 1117 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. the Indiana Volunteer Firemans Association Auxiliary will conduct a memorial service at 6:30 p.m. and the rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Monday, October 7, 1996

Theodore R. Carlson

Nov. 22, 1912 - Oct. 5, 1996

Theodore R. “Beech” CARLSON, 83, formerly of Kewana, died at 12:10 a.m. Saturday at his Winamac residece.

Born in White County to Frank and Mary Alice THAYER CARLSON, he married Maudie KAHLER on Feb. 5, 1938 in White County; she survives. He was a retired farmer and a former cream hauler for Kruger Sweet Cream, Monon. A member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, Lake Bruce, he liked to camp, travel and to be with friends and family.

In addition to his wife he is survived by two sons, Larry and wife Teresa CARLSON, North Judson, Richard “Dick” and wife Vickie CARLSON, La Fontaine; a daughter, Mary and husand Bill HENRY, Winamac; ten grandchildren, Glenda URBIN and Tim CARLSON, both of Kewanna; Cindy EISBRENNER, Ft. Wayne, Tedd CARLSON, Paulding, Ohio, Rick CARLSON, Muncie, Dawn CARLSON, Fla., Nicki LOCKE, North Manchester, Holly LOCKE, Winamac, Joshua HENRY and Jacob HENRY, both of Royal Center, and nine great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Charles CARLSON, Winamac. He was preceded in death by six brothers and seven sisters.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Pleasant Hill United Methodist church with the Rev. Theo BARBER and Rev. Mike BEALL officiatig. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. today at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, and for one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, Lake Bruce.

Philip T. Eber

April 14, 1941 - Oct. 5, 1996

Philip T. EBER, a life long Fulton County resident, died Saturday after a ditch caved in on him at County Roads 1000 West and 250 South.

Eber, 55, was a self-employed drainage contractor. He owned Eber Excavating, 2754 North Old U.S. 31, and had been in the business for more than 30 years.

He and another person were working on a project when the accident occurred. He was in a ditch laying field tile when the side caved in and buired him under about five feet of earth.

The cave-in occurred at about 2 p.m. and firefighters spent about an hour and a half digging his body out. He died of asphyxiation from the entrapment at 2:09 p.m.

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Philip Thomas EBER, 55, Rochester, died at 2:09 p.m. Saturday when a ditch he was working on caved in at Fulton County Roads 1000 W. an 250 S. near Kewanna.

Born in Rochester to John and Ruth WERNER EBER, he had lived his entire life in the community. He was a 1959 graduate of Rochester High School and had been a self-employed drainage contractor for over 30 years. He married Cathy GONCE on April 4, 1963 in Argos and was later divorced. He then married Patricia Ann CARTER McINTYRE on July 27, 1975 in South Bend.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a son Chad EBER, West Jordan, Utah; a step-daughter, Mrs Bruce (Denice) LLOYD; a step-son, Shawn McINTYRE, and a granddaughter, Johanna McINTYRE, all of Rochester. He is also survived by his father and step-mother John and Bea EBER, Rochester; two sisters, Mrs. Jim (Sarah) GENTRY, Logansport, Mrs. Loretta ERICKSON, Rochester; several aunts ad uncles. He was preceded in death by his mother and a daughter Kristin [EBER], in 1964.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Teal YOUNCE officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. Tuesday through the hour of services.

Anthony S. Avizius

Oct. 15, 1942 - Oct. 4, 1996

Anthony S. AVIZIUS, 53, died at 10:30 a.m. Friday at his Kewana residence.

Born in Lithuania to Vincas and Anele SLISIERIS AVIZIUS, he was a graduate of Tilden High School, Chicago, Ill. He served in Korea with the U.S. Army and was a member of the Kewanna Vetrans of Foregn Wars, Post 1121. He was employed as a steelworker.

He is survived by his mother, Anele, Kewanna; four sons, Anthony A. [AVIZIUS], Ingleside, Ill., Arthur [AVIZIUS], Aurora, ll., Allen and Andrew [AVIZIUS], both of Cicero, lll; and eight grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Treas MERKELIS, Chicago, Ill. He was preceded in death by his father, four brothers and two sisters.

Interment will be at a later time in St. Ann Cemetery, Kewanna.

Dale E. Welty

Dale E. WELTY, 81, Rochester, died at 6:25 a.m. today at the Rochester Healthcare Center. Arrangements are pending at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Dorothy M. Oatess

Jan. 17, 1914 - Oct. 6, 1996

Dorothy M. OATESS, 82, Indianapolis, died at 5 a.m. Sunday at the Eagle Valley health Care Center, Indianapolis, where she made her home.

Born in Rantoul, Ill. to Emmett and Bertha HOKE PUFAHL, she married Russell OATESS on April 29,1934 at Royal Center; he died Sept. 18, 1969. A 1931 graduate of Royal Center High School she was a retired sales person for the Singer Sewing Machine having worked in Crawfordsville, Lafayette and Indianapolis. She was a member of the Chapel Rock Christian Church, Indianapolis, and the Rochester Order of Eastern Star 70, Rochester.

She is survived by two sons, William E. OATESS and Donald E. OATESS, both of Indianapolis, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Vivian KNARR, Joliet, Ill., Leota BLESSING, Windfall, and a brother, Arthur PUFAHL, Royal Center. She was preceded in death by a daughter; a granddaughter; five brothers and six sisters.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Harrison-Metzger Royal Center Funeral Chapel with the Rev. E. Dean DICKINSON officiatig. Burial will be in the Royal Center Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of services. The Order of Eastern Star will hold a memorial service at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Chapel Rock Christian Church, Indianapolis.

Helen A. Meyer

Feb. 21, 1920 - Oct. 6, 1996

Helen Anne MEYER, 76, formerly of Mentone, died at 9:23 a.m. Sunday tn St. Luke Hospital, Florence, Ky.

Born in Bon Aqua, Tenn. to Russell and Clara A. PLUMMER CHAPMAN, she married H. Dean MEYER on Oct. 8, 1942 in Farmington, Mich.; he died Aug. 28, 1993. A registered nurse she worked for Wymond B. WILSON, M.D., Mentone, for 27 years. She was a member of the Beaver Dam United Methodist Church.

She is survived by a son, Dennis MEYER, Florence, Ky., three gradchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived vby a brother, Ralph CHAPMAN, North Manchester. She was preceded in death by a daugher Linda MEYER in 1965.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Stanley COLE officiating. Burial will be at the Mentone Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Tuesday, October 8, 1996

S.Sgt. (Ret) David Erp

April 20, 1938 - Oct. 1, 1996

Staff Sergeant David ERP, USMC (Ret), 58, South Bend, died at approximately 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, at his residence following a year-long illness. Born in South Bend he had lived most of his life in that area.

He was an employee for the City of South Bend for 20 years, served with the Marine Corps for 20 years, was a Vietnam veteran and a former POW, and earned the Purple Heart, the Silver Star and the Bronze Star among others.

He married Nancy A. JOHNSON on April 9, 1983 who survives along with three sons, six daughters, and twenty-five grandchildren. He is also survived by four brothers, including James ERP of Rochester, and six sixters.

Funeral services were at 1 p.m. Friday at the McGann’s University Area Chapel with Rev. L. Odene WAMPLER officiating. Following cremation private interment was held at St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park, Granger.

Bruce A. Robinson

Aug. 25, 1935 - Oct. 5, 1996

Bruce A. ROBINSON, 61, Hartsville, died at 9:35 p.m. Saturday in the emergency room of Columbus Regional Hospital.

Born in Marshall County to Gilbert W. and Audra LEMLER ROBINSON, he had been a state trooper with the Indiana State Police retiring in 1977. Since 1978, he was a real estate broker with Breeden Realtors and Developers, Columbus. He was a lifetime member of the Nartional Rifle Association, Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 89, Columbus Board of Realtors, and a member of Hoosier Hill Pistol & Rifle Club.

Survivors include his mother and step-father, Audra and Wayne TOMBAUGH, Mentone; his step-mother, Margaret ROBINSON, Muskegon, Mich.; his companion, Kaye SHERA, Columbus; a daughter, Lana K. ROBINSON, Kernersville, N.C.; two half-brothers, Bill YANTISS, Denver, Colo., and John J. YANTISS, Indianapolis; a step-brother, Richard L. TOMBAUGH, Jacksonville, Fla., and a grandson.

Services are at 3 p.m. today at the Myers Funeral Service, Reed & Jewell Chapel, Columbus, with the Rev. Bert J. REED officiating.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Mentone Cemetery with the Rev. James MALBONE officiating. There will be visitation from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.

Dale E. Welty

Sept. 18, 1915 - Oct. 7, 1996

Dale E. WELTY, 81, Rochester, died at 6:25 a.m. Monday at the Rochester Healthcare Center.

Born in Flora to Sam and Mirtie EIKENBERRY WELTY, he married Medrith BROWER on Aug. 12, 1939 in Mexico; she survives. He had been a resident of this area for about 50 years coming from Carroll County. He was retired from the Logansport Machine Company where he had been the production control manager. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Rochester, the Rochester Elks Lodge, Scottish Rite of South Bend, Ft. Wayne Mizpah Shrine and a 50-year member of the Rochester Masonic Lodge.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a daughter, Mrs James (Diane S.) RICHARDSON, Masontown, Pa., two grandchildren, Christine ATCHLEY, New York City, and Bryan ATCHLEY, Masontown, Pa. He was preceded in death by a sister.

Memorial service is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Robert CRYTZER officiating. There is no visitation. A committal service and a Masonic service will be conducted at the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery following the memorial service. Zimmerman Fanily Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, October 9, 1996

Marie O. Norris

Feb. 9, 1920 - Oct. 8, 1996

Marie Ora NORRIS, 76, 1117 Monroe St., Rochester, died at 10:35 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center. She had been in failing health for a year.

Born in Hillsboro, Ill., to Jess and Ora FIELDS FILE, she came to Rochester from near Griffith in 1954. She was married to Fredrick Arnold NORRIS who died in March, 1960. She retired from Hart Schaffner & Marx in 1985 after 13 years. Prior to that she had owned and operated the Courthouse View Cafe and the Peoples Cafe in Rochester.

She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ershel (Marie “Mickey”) CARLILE, Rochester; three grandchildren, Gary HARROLD, Argos, Mrs. Mike (Mary) MILLS, Talma, Mrs. Marty (Sherri) BROCK, Culver; and eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Ruth CRAWFORD, Decatur, Ill., and a brother Robert CRAWFORD, Litchfield, Ill. She was preceded in death by two grandsons, Terry and Larry HARROLD, several brothers and sisters.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Marjorie A. Tobey

Marjorie A. TOBEY, 74, 5060 E. Indiana 14, Rochester, died at 5:31 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home.

Pansy V. Iliff

Pansy Violet ILIFF, 77, 10 Colonial Court, Lot 16 C, Argos, died at 4:50 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital followig an illness. Arrengements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Cyrus R. Peabody

Cyrus R. “Butch” PEABODY, 74, 301 Lewis St., Plymouth, died at 2:45 a.m. today at his residence followig an illness. Arrengements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Thursday, October 10, 1996

Marjorie A. Tobey

June 27, 1922 - Oct. 9, 1996

Marjorie A. TOBEY, 74, Rochester died at 5:25 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Hamilton, Ohio, to Benjamin M. and Marie SCHNEIDER McCOY, she married James M. TOBEY on Jan. 4, 1947 in Hamilton. He survives. She worked in the offices of Topps Garment Co., Safeway Steel, Farm Bureau, Fulton County License Branch, Fulton County Recorder’s Office, and Woodlawn Hospital She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Altar & Rosary Society, Canasta Club, Nimble Fingers Quilting Club, Home Front Club, past prsident Busiess & Professional Women’s Club, Woodlawn Hospital Auxiliary, member and volunteer Fulton County Mental Health Association, and past president of the Rochester Lioness Club.

In addition to her husband she is survived by a daughter Mrs. Ty (Rita) CLOUD, Rochester; two sons Glenn and wife Barbara TOBEY, Moreno, Calif., Paul and wife Kathy TOBEY, Kokomo; four grandchildren Andy SCHLEIGER, University of Minnesota, P.J. SCHLEIGER, Rochester, Zachary TOBEY, Kokomo, and Erin CLOUD, Rochester; five step-grandchildren, and seven step-great-grandchildren, and one brother, Richard McCOY, Trenton, Ohio.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. John ZAHN officiating. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, and at the church one hour prior to services. Burial is in Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. A vigil service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Leona M. Swango

Sept. 23, 1908 - Oct. 8, 1996

Leona M. SWANGO, 88, Rochester, died at 6:42 p.m. Tuesday at the ExtendaCare Center, Rochester, where she had been a patient for two years.

Born in Rochester to Jacob and Emma GOOD, she married Willie SWANGO who died in 1974. A homemaker, she had lived her entire life in the Rochester area.

She is survived by a son Melvin E. and wife Josephine SWANGO, Rochester; eight grandchildren, Steve E. SWANGO, Peru, Randy E. SWANGO, Plymouth, Melvin L. SWANGO, David E. SWANGO, Dennis W. CONEY, Tom L. CONLEY, Linda CONLEY RUDD, James J. CONLEY, all of Rochester, several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, a daughter Rebabell CONLEY (1988), a sister Edna SWANGO and a brother Bill GOOD.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with her granddaughter Linda RUDD officiating. Burial will be in Citizens Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation is one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home.

Lacey Jae Mills

Oct. 8, 1996

Lacey Jae MILLS, Rochester, daughter of Thomas and Debra CRISPEN MILLS, was stillborn Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, Logansport. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Orville E. Renfroe

Aug. 25, 1912 - Oct. 9, 1996

Orville E. RENFROE, 84, Mexico, formerly of Macy, died at 12:10 p.m. Wednesday at his Mexico residence.

Born in Frankfort, Ky., to Joseph D. and Rosa May WILSON RENFROE, he married Dessie G. EDWARDS on Dec. 16, 1931 in Muncie; she died June 6, 1993. He then married Jean BURKETT WALTERS on Dec. 30, 1993 in Macy; she survives. He had lived most of his life in Miami County and was retired from Sealed Power Corp., Rochester. He was a member of Macy United Methodist Church and the United Auto Workers 721.

In addition to his wife he is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Don (Marsha) KOONS, Kalamazoo, Mich., Mrs. Harold (Georgia) TOWNSEND, Indianapolis, Mrs. Richard (Cora) REESE, Denver; ten grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; a step-daughter, Mrs. John (Diana) ANSPACH, Logansport, a step-son, Joe WALTERS, Mentone, four step-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren, and one sister, Mrs. Myron (Kathaleen) WILSON, Hopkins, Minn. He was preceded in death by a brother, Walter [RENFROE].

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Revs. Juanita KUHN, David WELSH and Rev. Jack PAVEY officiating. Burial will be at the Ever-Rest Cemetery, Logansport. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday, and one hour prior to services Saturday at the funeral home.

Cyrus R. Peabody

Jan. 26, 1922 - Oct. 9, 1996

Cyrus Roy “Butch” PEABODY, 74, Plymouth, died at 2:45 a.m. Wednesday at his residence. He had been in failing health for four years.

Born in Argos to Guy and Vira BEAUCHAMP PEABODY, he married Betty Mae STEINER on April 7, 1946 in Plymouth. She survives. He was a 1941 graduate of Argos High School and a veteran of WW II, serving with the 338th Engineers Battalion. A former federal employee he had worked for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy. He returned to Plymouth in 1984 from O’Fallon, Mo. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Plymouth, where he served as an usher and on the board of directors. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, Bourbon, where he served as the Post Chaplain and was also Chaplain for the 40 & 8.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Phyllis ROSE, Florence, S.C., a son Duane Roy and wife Kay PEABODY, Laurel, Md., four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Gordon (Bernice) SWIHART, Tippecanoe, Mrs. Harold (Mary Louise) JOHNSON, Tippecanoe and a brother, Wallace PEABODY, Mishawaka. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Pearl JOHNSON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church, Plymouth, with the Rev. Al KUNDENREICH ad Rev. Wes BROOKSHIRE officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, or one hour before services at the church.

Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Plymouth, or the Marshall County Hospice.

Pansy V. Iliff

Sept. 22, 1919 - Oct. 9, 1996

Pansy Violet ILIFF, 77, Argos, died at 4:50 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born near Monterey to Grover and Rosie E. BLAKIE SELLERS, she married Earl E. STAHL, who preceded her in death. She then married Kenneth ILIFF, who survives. A homemaker, she had lived in Argos for 20 years, having come from North Judson.

In addition to her husband she is survived by five daughters, Phyllis TOWNSELL, Hammond, Rosemary BOYD, Hammond, Shirley HEDDENS, Argos, Mrs. Ronald (Karen) OBENCHAIN, Plymouth, Sherri LUDWIG, Plymouth; five sons, Robert E. STAHL, Argos, Billy STAHL, Calumet City, Ill., Ronnie L. STAHL, James A. STAHL, Chuck and wife Gladys STAHL, all of Plymouth; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Clifford (Lela) BEAN, Culver, Mrs. Richard (Darlene) DECKER, Valparaiso; and four brothers Robert “Bud” SELLERS, Plymouth, Joseph SELLERS, Argos, Henry SELLERS and Clarence SELLERS, both of Culver. She was preceded in death by her parents, step-mother Dolly SELLERS, a daughter Norma STAHL, two sons Larry and Harrold STAHL, two sisters Ferril LOWRY ad Dorothy ANGELICCHIO, and a brother Phillip SELLERS.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Grossman Funeral Home,Argos, with Rev. Charles KREIG officiatig. Burial is in Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Saturday and one hour prior to services on Sunday at the funeral home.

Marie O. Norris

Feb. 9, 1920 - Oct. 8, 1996

Services for Marie Ora NORRIS, 76, Rochester, who died at 10:35 p.m. Tuesday at the Life Care Center, Rochester, will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with James DILLINGER officiating., Burial will be in Fulton Cemetery, Fulton. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. today and after 9 am. Friday at the funaral home.

Opal E Savage

June 8, 1910 - Oct. 9, 1996

Opal E. SAVAGE, 86, formerly of Macy, died at 5:35 p.m. Wednesday at the ExtendaCare Center, Rochester.

Born in Macy to Frank and Maude ZARTMAN MUSSELMAN, she married Kenneth M. SAVAGE on June 19, 1928; he died May 4, 1994. A homemaker, she had lived most of her life in the Macy area. She was a member of Macy Christian Church, Order of Eastern Star 124, Macy and Home Economics Club, Macy.

She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Ann) KAIN, Lexington, S.C., two sons, William A. SAVAGE, Tledo, Ohio, Steve SAVAGE, Macy, ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren [including Mrs. Jodi NEWTON, Mrs. Lisa McMILLEN and Susie and Klise SAVAGE, all from Rocheter, and seven great-gradchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Mrs Ronnie (Lova) POWELL, Rochester]. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, a daughter Lois McCLURE, a son Frank [SAVAGE], a granddaughter, Kennie KAIN THORRINGTON and a great-gradson, Blaine McMILLEN.

Services are at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial is in Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Saturday, and one hour prior to services on Sunday at the funeral home. O.E.S. 124 will conduct a memorial service at 6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contriburtions may be made to the Macy Chapter of the O.E.S. 124, Macy.

Ruth A. Hoffman

Ruth A. HOFFMAN, 100, 100 Montrose Dr., Fort Myers, Fla. died at 11:15 p.m. Monday at her residence following an illness. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron.

Friday, October 11, 1996

Mary L. McKenzie

April 3, 1901 - Oct. 10, 1996

Mary L. McKENZIE, 95, formerly of Akron, died at 11:55 a.m. Thursday at Millers Merry Manor, Peru.

Born in North Dakota to Harlen and Eldora BERGER BUTLER, she married James McKENZIE in Indianapolis; he died in 1938. She was a homemaker and worked at Chamberlin Products, Akron. She was a member of the Olive Branch Church of God and the Akron Nutrition Site.

She is survived by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Hazel SHAW, Maude COMPORT, Alta BURT, and a brother Walter BUTLER.

No visitation or funeral service will take place. Burial will be at the Gilead Cemetery. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is handling the arrangements.

Ruth A. Hoffman

July 31, 1896 - Oct. 7, 1996

Ruth A. HOFFMAN, 100, 100 Montrose Dr., Ft. Myers, Fla., died at 11:15 p.m. Monday at her residence.

She was born in North Judson to Sven and Minnie JOHNSON and had lived in Florida for 30 years. She is survived by two daughters, Georgia KNOWLES, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Betty EIZZINI, a son Vance HOFFMAN, Jr., Los Altos, Calif., thirtee grandchildren and a cousin.

Private services will be held on Monday, Oct. 14 at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron. Burial will be in Akron Cemetery. No visitation is scheduled.

Saturday, October 12, 1996

Lacey Jae Mills

Oct. 8, 1996

Lacey Jae MILLS, Rochester, was stillborn Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, Logansport.

She is survived by her parents, Thomas J. and Deborah S. CRISPEN MILLS and a brother Levi [MILLS]. Surviving also are maternal grandpartent, George and Ann CRISPEN MILLER, Rochester; maternal great-gradmother, Burnice CRISPEN, Macy; paternal grandparents, Spencer and Grace FLOYD MILLS, Rochester; and paternal great-grandmother, Chloe FLOYD, Rochester. Several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive. Preceding her in death was her maternal grandfather, Francis L. CRISPEN, in 1985.

Graveside services will be at 1130 a.m Monday at the Rochester I.O.O.F. cemetery with Pastor Stan OWENS officiating.

Diane M. Riley

April 16, 1945 - Oct. 11, 1996

Diane M. RILEY, 51, 2817 South Rockford Ct., Kokomo, died at 4:01 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Hospital and Health Center, Kokomo.

Born in Kokomo to Carl B. and Mary ZINKIN FOUST she married Raymond E. RILEY on Nov. 7, 1992 in Kokomo; he survives. A 1963 graduate of Kokomo High School, she was a secretary for Dean Witter and Reynolds, Carmel. She attended the First Assembly of God Church, Kokomo.

In addition to her husband she is survived by two daughters, Denise and husband Jim HUDSON, Dalton, Ga., Brinda and husand Michael CATHEY, Kokomo, and four grandchildren. She is also survived by five brothers, Carl and wife Nila FOUST, South Bend, Larry and wife Cathy FOUST, Florida, Ronnie and wife Alice FOUST, New York, Keith and wife Nancy FOUST, Tipton, Monte and wife Susan ZINKIN, Kokomo.

Services are at 1 p.m. Monday at the First Assembly of God Church, 1520 N. Apperson Way, Kokomo, with the Rev. Everette V. PAFFORD officiating. Burial is in Albright Cemetery, Kokomo. Visitation is from 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Ellers Mortuary Webster St. Chapel, 3400 S. Webster St., Kokomo, and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.

Howard C. Lemmon

Oct. 23, 1933 - Oct. 11, 1996

Howard C. LEMMON, 62, Lucerne died at 6:45 p.m. Friday at his residence.

Born at Fletchers Lake to Carl H. and Geneva CLINE LEMMON, he married Phyllis J. BUTLER on Dec. 21, 1952 in Logansport; she survives. A lifetime resident oif Cass and Fulton counties he was retired from Delco Electronics and was also a retired farmer. An avid antique car collector he was a member of Heartland Cruiser Car Club and a lifetime member of Fletchers Lake United Mtthodist Church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Rich (Jane) HERBST, Austin, Texas, Mrs. Cliff (Susan) KINZER, Auburn; two sons, Richard LEMMON, Dallas, Texas, Bill LEMMON, Fletchers Lake; four grandchildren, Emily and Adrian HERBST, and Kevin and Craig KINZER. He is also survived by two sisters, Betty MUINZER, Lucerne, Jean GILBERTSON, Renton, Wash., nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Carol HEWITT, and a brother, Donald LEMMON.

Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. David SOMMERS officiating. Burial is in the Fulton Cemetery. Visitation is from 2-6 p.m. Sunday and after 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Fletchers Lake United Methodist Church.

Monday, October 14, 1996

Thomas L. Layton

Nov. 3, 1952 - Oct. 10, 1996

Thomas L. ‘Tom” LAYTON, 43, Twelve Mile, died at 8:50 am. Thursday at his residence. Born in Rochester to Thomas Edward and Wanda Lee RICHEY LAYTON, he married Rita S. TAYLOR on Jan. 27, 1973 in Rochester; she survives. A former truck driver for Gangloff & Downham Trucking and Youngs Transport, he enjoyed trucking. His C.B. handle was Thumper.

In addition to his wife he is survived by four sons, Tom LAYTON Jr., Steven LAYTON, Eric LAYTON and Will DILTS, all of Twelve Mile; his mother, Wanda MADARY, Twelve Mile; a sister, Marcia STEVENS, Cloverdale, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a niece.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport, with the Rev. William Art MALONEY officiating. Burial will be at Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Logansport. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Virgil L. Cooper

Dec. 1, 1924 - Oct. 13, 1996

Virgil L. COOPER, 71, 4366 and 650 North, Rochester, died at 8:28 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital following an illness.

Born in South Bend to Alva and Anna Mae HOLLOWAY COOPER, he married Carol Jean COOPER on April 18, 1953 in Jamestown. A lifetime resident of Rochester, he retired in 1989 from Talma Fastener Corporation. He served with the U.S. Army in the Korean War for fifteen months receiving the Bronze Star. He was a member of American Legion Post 36, Rochester, and the Manitou Post Veterans of Foreign Wars.

In additiom to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Tammy COOPER, at home, three sons, Virgil and wife Cynthia COOPER, Foley, Ala., Rich and wife Beth COOPER, Mentone, Bob COOPER and fiancee Jeannie KIRBY, Rochester, and seven grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Margaret ALSPACH, Warsaw, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Timmy [COOPER], in 1964, four sisters, Alberta McGRIFF, Josephine COOPER, Stella Pauline BAYNE, Evabelle NOLEN, and a brother, Robert [COOPER].

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial is in Richland Center Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. Thursday through the hour of services. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post will conduct military graveside rits.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Woodlawn Hospital Critical Care Unit.

Jay L. Tucker

Jay L. TUCKER, 49, 994 Huntertown Road, Versailles, Ky., died Friday in Lexington, Ky., of a heart attack.

Born in Warsaw to Rex and Dorothy Annabell LONG TUCKER he married Marsha ZUMBRUN who survives. He was a horse trainer, member of the United Professional Horsemen’s Association, the Kentucky Walking Horse Association, and the Hackney Horse Society.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Jami TUCKER, Versailles, Ky., and his mother, Dorothy TUCKER, Mentone.

Funeral services were at 8 p.m. Sunday at the Blackburn & Ward Funeral Home, Versailles, Ky. Graveside services and interment were at 2 p.m. today at the Palestine Cemetery, Palestine. The King Memorial Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Hackney Horse Society, 4059 Ironworks Pike, Lexington, KY, 40511.

Tuesday, October 15, 1996

Arthur J. Miller

Jan. 6, 1921 - Oct. 6, 1996

Word has been received of the death of Arthur J. MILLER, 75, a former Rochester resident.

He lived in Dayton, Ohio, for many years before recently moving to the Cincinnati, Ohio area.

Born in Rochester to A.E. and Lucia BABCOCK MILLER, he was a graduate of Rochester High School and Purdue University. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII.

He is survived by his wife, Betty [MILLER], whom he married on April 1, 1951; two sons, Jim [MILLER], Cincinnati, Ohio, Bob [MILLER], Boston, Mass.; a brother, Fred MILLER, Indianapolis; a niece, Suzanne BEATTIE, Rochester; and a nephew, Fred MITCHELL, Jr., Bradenton, Fla. He was preceded in death by a sister, Miriam MITCHELL, in 1986.

Private family services were held in Cincinnati.

Vera L. Stafford

Dec. 22, 1915 - Oct. 12, 1996

Vera L. STAFFORD, 80, 311 Cherry St., Argos, died at 4 a.m. Saturday at her residence.

Born in Marshall County to Melvin and Emma ROSE CLARK, she married Herlin B STRAFFORD on Jan. 9, 1949 in Marshall county; he survives. She was a homemaker and had been a resident of the Argos community for the past 33 years.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Kenneth (Ann) BAKER, Rochester, Mrs. Marjorie MULLINS, Argos; three sons, Bruce and wife Shirley STAFFORD, John STAFFORD, both of Argos; Robert and wife Wilma STAFFORD, Plymouth; twelve grandchildren and one great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Private services will be at 1 p.m. today at her residence. There will be no visitation or viewing. Grossman Funeral home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements.

Aaron L. Fuller

July 24, 1996 - Oct. 14, 1996

Aaron L. FULLER, 3 1/2 months, died at 6:10 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth, of Sudden Infant Death syndrome.

He is survived by his parents, John W and Dawn A. FULLER Jr., a sister, Angel Dawn FULLER, at home; two brothers, Darick W. FULLER, Knox, and Jeffery A. SMITH, at home. Also surviving are a maternal grandmother, Ivanna GOODRICH, Tippecanoe, maternal grandfather, Dennis GOODRICH, Warsaw, and maternal great-gradmother, Mary ROCK, Tippecanoe; paternal grandmother and step-grandfather, Brenda VERMILLIO and James VERMILLION, Plymouth, paternal great-gradmothers, Elverta MOORE of Rochester and Ruth BAUGHMAN of Texas. He was prceeded in death by a maternal great-grandfather, Ivan ROCK (1994) and a maternal step-grandmother, Lois GOODRICH (1994).

Paul E. Ley

Sept. 22, 1915 - Oct. 14, 1996

Paul E. LEY, 81, 302 South Logan St., Kewanna, died at 4 p.m. Monday at his residence.

Born in Gas City to Alfred and Rosa SINNETT LEY, he married Donna J. COLLOM on May 17, 1941 in Linton; she died July 14, 1985. A 1933 graduate of Kewanna High School he served in the U.S. Navy during WW II, and was a retired rural mail carrier. He was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church, Kewanna, the Kewanna Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Moose Lodge, Rochester.

He is survived by three sons, Steve and James LEY, both of Indianapolis, and Eugene LEY, Plymouth; a daughter, Kathleen TAYLOR, New Palestine; six grandchildren, one sister, Dorothy DYER, Graniteville, S.C., and one brother, Francis LEY, Melbourne, Fla. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.

Services will be at 10 a.m.Thursday at St. Ann Catholic Church, Kewanna, with Rev. John ZAHN officiating. Burial will be in the Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. There wil be a Scripture Service at 8 p.m. Wednesday following visitation.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to St. Ann Catholic Church.

Wednesday, October 16, 1996

Bertha Beagles

Bertha BEAGLES, 85, died at her Millers Merry Manor Nursing Home residence in Plymouth at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Catherine Davisson

Catherine DAVISSON, 82, Life Care Center, Rochester, died today at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Charles D. Amburgy

Nov. 16, 1931 - Oct. 15, 1996

Charles D. AMBURGY, 64, 401 W. Washington St., Mentone, died at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday at Millers Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Born in Tram, Ky., to John Harlan and Celia GOBLE AMBURGY, he married Velma NEWSOME on Dec. 4, 1954 at Martin, Ky.; she survives. A resident of the Mentone area for the past 36 years he was a retired press operator or White Metal, Warsaw. He was a member of Victory Christian Center.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daugher Willa Jean PITTS, Mentone; four sons, Harlan AMBURGY, Akron, John AMBURGY, Mentone, Phillip AMBURGY, Rochester, Rich AMBURGY, Joliet, Ill.; twelve grandchildren and four great-grandchildre. He was preceded in death by a brother James [AMBURGY] and two half-brothers, Herbert and Orie AMBURGY.

A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. today at the King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the pastor Chad BURKHART officiating. Burial will be in the Community Cemetery, Tram, Ky. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Thursday, October 17, 1996

Bertha E. Beagles

March 7, 1911 - Oct. 15, 1996

Bertha E. BEAGLES, 85, 1569 Juniper Rd., Argos, died at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday at Millers Merry Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Born in Niles, Mich, to Alfred and Ella HIGGINS PRICE, she married Victor BEAGLES on Sept. 29, 1929 in South Bend. He died in September, 1956. She was a resident of the Argos community for 52 years, having come from South Bend. A nurse’s aid she had worked at local nursing homes, the former Parkview Hospital, Plymouth, and at Memorial and St. Joseph’s Hospital in South Bend. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, South Bend, and a former member of the Hi-Neighbors Club in Argos.

She is survived by a daughter Mrs. William (Delva Marie) YARBROUGH, Lufkin, Texas, one son Victor Anthony BEAGLES, Jr., Palm Harbour, Fla., four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and one sister, Miss Arzerna PRICE, Argos. In addition to her husband, she was prceceded in death by her parents and a son, Gerald “Jerry” BEAGLES, in 1948.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with the pastor Robert HOSSACK officiating. Burial is at St. Joseph Valley Cemetery, Granger. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today and after 9:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Seventh Day Adventist Camp, Spencer, IN.

Friday, October 18, 1996

Don R. Craw

A Tippecanoe Valley School Spanish teacher was killed early today when his car left Indiana 19 near County Road 700 South in Kosciusko County.

Don CRAW, 52, 4684 North Indiana 25, died at 6:10 a.m. at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, of unspecified injuries. He was pronounced dead by county Deputy Coroner Larry LADD.

Police say Craw was southbound on Indiana 19 at about 5:09 a.m. when for an unknown reason his car traveled left of center and left the east side of the road.

According to police, Craw then over-corrected, crossed highway and left the west side of the road. He is then believed to have swerved again to avoid a utility pole ad again crossed the road.

Craw’s car then struck a vehicle driven by Fleet M. WHITMEYER, 22, Denver, which was north bound on Indiana 19. Whitmeyer told police the other vehicle was “all over the road” before the collision.

Whitmeyer was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital with a cut to his forehead.

Craw’s car caught on fire after both vehicles left the east side of the road.

Police do not know if seat belts were used by either driver; investigation continues.

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Don R. CRAW, 52, 4684 Indiana 25, Rochester, died at 6:10 a.m at the Kosciusko Community Hospital Emergency Room following a two-vehicle accident at Kosciusko County Road 700 S and Indiana 19, Mentone. He was a teacher at Tippecanoe Valley High School. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Robert C. Miller

Jan. 11, 1918 - Oct. 16, 1996

Robert C. “Bob” MILLER, 78, Michigan City, formerly of Indianapolis, died at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, Michigan City.

Born in Rochester to Arthur E. and Lucia BABCOCK MILLER, he married Ruth Ann STRADLING in Indianapolis. She died n 1985. He was a veteran of World War II, a graduate of Purdue University, and had been an engineer for Indianapolis Power & Light for 35 years until his retirement.

He is survived by his special friend, Dola CONAWAY, Michigan City. He is also survived by a niece, Mrs. Suzanne BEATTIE, Rochester, and three nephews, Bob MILLER, Boston, Mass., Jim MILLER, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Fred MITCHELL, Je., Bradenton, Fla.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Arthur MILLER, and a sister, Mrs. Miriam MITCHELL.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church, 121 East Seventh St., Michigan City. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. today at the Root Funeral Home, 312 East Seventh St., Michigan City, and from 12-1 p.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church.

Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church or Daughters of the Nile.

Catherine O. Davisson

July 7, 1915 - Oct. 16, 1996

Catherine O. DAVISSON, 81, Rochester, died at 8:20 a.m. Wednesday at the Life Care Center where she had been a resdent for eight years.

Born in Frankfort to Earl and Edith JONES REED, she married Russell DAVISSON in 1934 in Frankfort; he died Sept. 22, 1988. She had lived on Fulton Avenue having moved to Rochester from Chatsworth, Ill.

She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. William (Thelma) BOWLING, Farmington, N.Y.,, Mrs. Eugene (Betty) SUTTON, Rochester, Mrs. Darlene ECKER, Shasta Lake, Calif., Mrs. Kenneth (Patricia) BACHTOLD, Sibley, Ill.; a son John Edward DAVISSON, Arkansas; fifteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was precded in death by a grandson.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday with the Rev. Rick DuFORD officiating. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery. No visitation is scheduled. Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Jack E. Kitchen

Jan. 2, 1933 - Oct. 16, 1996

Jack E., 83, 219 Millcreek Drive, Chesterfield, died Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital following a brief illness.

Born in Clinton to John and Martha Elizabeth SHORT KITCHEN, he married Edna L. PERRY in November, 1952, in Andrson; she survives. He had lived most of his life in the Anderson and Chesterfield area and had served in the U.S. Army in Korea from 1953-1955. He was a truck driver for Commercial Motor Freight for 25 years and for Central Transport for 10 years retiring in 1993. He was a member of the American Legion Post 408, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1943, Elks Lodge of Rochester, Chesterfield Booster Club, Jaycees, and former town marshal of Chesterfield. He played, was active in and coached baseball for many years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, John Brad and wife DeEllyn KITCHEN, Chesterfield, Brunie and wife Vicki KITCHEN, Daleville; a daughter, Tracy GRAHAM, Chesterfield; three grandchildren, Sarah KITCHEN, Derrick GRAHAM, Devin GRAHAM; two step-granddaughters Laura BRUMLEY, Lisa WELKER, and one step-great-granddaughter, Taylor WELKER; his father, John KITCHEN, Anderson, and one brother, Bob KITCHEN, also of Anderson. He was preceded in death by his mother, Martha KITCHEN.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service, 229 South Rangeline Rd., Anderson, with the Rev. Harold CLARK officiating. Burial is in Bronnenberg Cemetery. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post 408 or the Knightstown Home for Children.

Saturday, October 19, 1996

Donny R. Craw

Feb. 11, 1944 - Oct. 18, 1995

Services for Donny R. CRAW, 52, 4684 North Indiana 25, will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday at Meeks Mortuary, 415 East Washington St.

Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 p.m. Sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Burial will be in Black Cemetery, Albany.

Mr. Craw died at 6:10 a.m. Friday at the Kosciusko Community Hospital emergency room as the reault of injuries received in a two-vehicle accident which occurred at Indiana 19 and County Road 700 South Kosciusko County.

He was born in Eaton to Max Richard and Marjorie FORD CRAW. He taught Spanish and English at Tippecanoe Valley High School for 25 years. He was a graduate of Ball State University and had Bachelors and Masters degrees in Spanish and English. He came to the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation from Winchester.

Surviving are four sisters, Bonnie MANK,Port Richey, Fla., Connie NASON, Muncie; Monnie ELDRIGE, Kokomo, and Tonnie CRAW, Albany; seven brothers, Jonny [CRAW], Redkey; Lonny [CRAW], Logansport; Nonny [CRAW], Muncie; Yonny [CRAW], Albany; Onny [CRAW], Albany’ Shonny [CRAW], Dunkirk and Vonny [CRAW], Terre Haute. Preceding in death was one brother, Ronny [CRAW].

Memorial may be made to the Tippecanoe Valley High School.

Louis J. Kline

Oct. 16, 1914 - Oct. 18, 1996

Louis J. KLINE, 82, 515 Jefferson St., died at 11:59 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital, following an illness.

He was born in Hammond to Louis and Mae OVERMYER KLINE. He lived most of his life in Fulton County. On January 1, 1939 in Tippecanoe he married Donnabel BRUGH, who died Sept 28, 1995.

He was an electrical contractor, retiring in 1986. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 668, Lafayette. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, F&AM #79, American Legion Post 36, Manitou VFW, Eagles Lodge *52, all of Rochester, and the Scottish Rite Lodge, Indianapolis.

Survivng are two daughters, Leighton (Patricia) LEIGH, Carmel, and Mary Jo ZARTMAN, Indianapolis; one son, David and Ruth KLINE, Sierra Vista, Ariz.; five grandchildren, Mrs. Bryan (Amy)_ SCHNICK, Mishawaka; John and Shannon BREAZEALE, Bittburg, Germany; Mrs. Duane (Angela) BROWN, Sierra Vista, Ariz., and John C. ZARTMAN, Saudi Aravia; three great-gradchildren; two sisters, Helen BEST, LaPorte, and Mrs. Donald (Jeanne) RICHARDS, Cincinnati, Ohio; and one brother, Marion and Agnes KLINE, Monterey. Preceding in death were one granddaughter, Julie Marie KLINE, and three brothers.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, with the Rev. Rob CRYTZER officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Monday and one hour before services Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Fund.

Monday, October 21, 1996

Marvin L. Harris

May 10, 1935 - Oct. 20, 1996

Marvin L. HARRIS, 61, 511 W. 6th St., Peru, died at 2:40 p.m. Sunday at Dukes Continuing Care Center, Peru.

Born in Miami County to Harvey and Thelma KRILE HARRIS, he married Doris McNABNEY HARRIS on Dec. 23, 1972 in Rochester; she survives. An employee of United Technologies, Peru, he was a member of the First Nazarene Church, Moose Lodge 249, and Eagles Lodge 258, all of Peru, and also the National Rifle Association.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son Marvin HARRIS Jr.,Akron; three daughtters, Shari KLINGSHIRN, Etna Green, Beth Ann WHETSTONE, Akron, Pam PRATER, Rochester; three step-children, Ellen DIGUE, Denver, Timothy GEHLE, Peru, James GEHLE, Portsmouth, Va.; sixteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; his mother, Thelma HARRIS, Peru and a half-sister, June TATE, Kokomo.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 West Main St., Peru, with the pastor Ronald M. SHANER officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the First Nazarene Church of Peru through the funeral home.

Kay M. Scott

April 26, 1952 - Oct. 20, 1996

Kay Marie SCOTT, 44, 150 West 3rd St., Mexico, died at 3:30 a.m. Sunday at her residence.

Born in Grand Haven, Mich. to James VICKERS and Ethel Joyce PIPPEL JORDAN, she married Terry Lee SCOTT on Sept. 4, 1981 in Grand Haven, Mich.; he survives. She graduarted from Fruitpoint High School, Fruitpoint, Mich. in 1970 and was employed as a radio dispatcher for the Department of Natural Resources of Indiana, Peru.

In addition to her husband she is survived by a daughter Helen Kristine SCOTT, at home, and a son William Lee DeMARSA, Springlake, Mich.; her mother Ethel JORDAN, Vero Beach, Fla.; three brothers, Kenneth JORDAN, Saint Paul, Minn., Kameron JORDAN, Allegan, Mich., Kurt JORDAN, Orlando, Fla.; three sisters, Kristine NIEMELA, Wakefield, Mich., Kathy SCHREIBER, San Diego, Calif., Kelley PINETHY, Vero Beach, Fla. She was preceded in death by her father James VICKERS.

Services are at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Bobby DAVIS officiating. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Monday and from 2 p.m. Tuesday until the hour of services.

Ashleigh Bruner

Ashleigh BRUNER, 12, Mentone, died at 6:34 p.m. Sunday at the Kosciusko County Hospital Emergency Room followig a sudden illness. Arrangements are pending at the King Memorial Home, Mentons.

Tuesday, October 22, 1996

Ashleigh N. Bruner

Jan. 23, 1984 - Oct. 20, 1996

Ashleigh N. BRUNER, 12, 106 W. Jackson St., Mentone, died at 6:34 p.m. Sunday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, following a sudden illness.

Born in Warsaw to Douglas and Judith GIBBLE BRUNER, she had lived in Mentone all of her life. She was a 6th grade student at Tippecanoe Valley Middle School and a six-year student at Debra Collier School of Dance.

She is survived by her mother Judith BRUNER, Mentone, her father Douglas BRUNER, Warsaw, a sister Sarah [BRUNER], Mentone, maternal grandparents, Rodney and Jacqueline GIBBLE, Mentone, paternal grandparents, Alton and Mary Alice BRUNER, Burket, maternal great-grandparents, Ralph and Vadis WARD, Mentone, and paternal great-grandfather, Lester BRUNER, Warsaw.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Don POYSER and Rev. Greg RITTENHOUSE officiating. Burial will be in Mentone Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Lawrence J. Hizer

June 3, 1922 - Oct. 21, 1996

Lawrence J. HIZER, 74, 407 E. Ottawa, Logansport, died at 4 p.m. Monday at Memorial Hospital, Logansport. Born in Grass Creek to Joseph and Mae SADLER HIZER, he graduated from Grass Creek High School in 1940 and served with the Army during WWII. He retired as a Pennsylvanie Railroad brakeman after 25 years, and from the Logansport Municipal Utilities. He attended St. Ann Catholic Church in Kewanna.

He is survived by two daughters, Marcia CAMPBELL, Columbus, Ohio, Katrina and husband Mark BEATTIE, Springfield, Ill., two sons, John J. HIZER, Logansport, Cresswell and wife Lynn HIZER, Indianapolis, nine grandchildren, two sisters, Irene SMITH, Kewanna, Marjorie SMITH, Logansport, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Florence WHITTENBERGER and Caroline SARVER.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Ann Catholic Church with Rev. Donald GROSS officiating. Burial will be in Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Harrison-Metger Funeral Home, Kewanna. A scripture service will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

James E. Keim

James Eugene KEIM, 85, Roann, died at 6:45 p.m. Monday at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester.

Born in Perry Township, Miami County, to James and Lucy WHITMIRE KEIM, he married Virginia E. CLEMANS on Nov. 23, 1944 in Gilead; she died Feb.20, 1988. He had been an employee of the Miami County Highway Department retiring in 1976. He was a member of Ebenezer United Methodist church and attended the Olive Branch Church of God.

He is survived by two daughters, Shelby Diana SWEET, Leo, Jerilyn Lea LOWE, Macy, a grandson, Aaron Christopher MASI, Macy, a sister Geraldine TERRELL, Leesburg, Fla.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will be in Enterprise [Tombaugh] Cemetery, Roann. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Wednesday, October 23, 1996

Jessica Marie Marshall

March 19, 1996 - Oct. 22, 1996

Jessica Marie MARSHALL, 7 months, 7346 E. 200 N., Akron, died Tuesday at Riley Hospital, Indianapolis.

She is survived by her mother, Angie MARSHALL, Rochester, maternal gradmother, Bonnie MARSHALL, Akron, maternal grandfather, Larry MARSHALL and his wife Mary Lou, four uncles, Pernell MARSHALL, David SMITH, Frank KROFT, William HAWKINS, and two aunts, Tonya MARSHALL and Tammy WARREN.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Olive Bethel Church of God, north of Akron, with the Rev. Frank WHITAKER and Rev. Lynne JESSUP officiating. Burial will be in Athens Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of arrangements.

Thursday, October 24, 1996

John A. Ravencroft

John A. RAVENCROFT II of Skokie, Ill., died Tuesday, Oct. 22, at the King Home in Evanston, Ill., after an extended illness. He was 90 years of age.

He was the last surviving member of the King’s Jesters, a nationally-known musical trio formed over 70 years ago by three Rochester High School students - Ravencroftr, Francis “Fritz” BASTOW and George HOWARD.

The name of their trio originated when they were featured in music and comedy with the band of Paul WHITEMAN, then known as “The King of Jazz.” They joined Whiteman in 1930 to replace the Rhythm Boys, whose members included a young Bing CROSBY.

The Jesters left Whiteman in 1932, free-lanced on radio shows, toured the country with their own dance band for awhile and finaally began performing exclusively for Station WBBM in Chicago. This relationship embraced television as well as radio ad lasted 20 years until their 1962 retirement.

Ravencroft played saxophone and clarinet, Bastow the guitar and banjo, Howard the drums and vibraharp. When they sang, it was Howard on melody, Ravencroft as baritone and Bastow as tenor.

The group first got together while in high school to serenade girls at summertime house parties at Lake Manitou. Their professional career started in 1925 as Howard’s Melody Syncopators led by Howard’s brother, Ayrton [HOWARD], who also was the arranger. They were discov ered at Lake Manitou in 1929 by a Cincinnati pianist who arranged for an audition at Radio Station WLW in Cincinnati. They won the job as The Howard Trio and were off on three decades of contiuing success.

After retirement, Howard and Bastow returned to Rochester and both died here, Howard on Dec. 2, 1991, Bastow on Sept. 8, 1992. Ravencroft, however, remained in Skokie where he had resided for the past 50 years.

He was born in Rochester Dec. 6, 1905, the son of Ralph J. and Iona HOLDEN RAVENCROFT and was married to Frances E. JONES, who died in 1986.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Dan (Sandra R.) CARNELLI-MORIARITY, Kenosha, Wisc.; one son, John A. RAVENCROFT III, Glenview, Ill.; four grandchildren, Craig T. CARNELLI, Deerfield, Ill., and Mrs. Roy (Lisa D) CARNELLI-LEE, Evaston, Ill.; J.

Christopher RAVENCROFT, Downers Grove, Ill., and J. Hadley RAVENCROFT, Champaign, Ill.; and two great-grandchildren, Nichole M. and R. Justin LEE.

Also surviving are two nephews, Dr. Timothy RAVENCROFT of Rochester and Thomas RAVENCROFT of Barrington, Ill. Two brothers, Holden and Edward [RAVENCROFT], preceded in death.

Graveside memorial services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Rochester. Donatios may be made to a favorite charity or to the American Cancer Society.

Friday, October 25, 1996

Jack L. Kercher

June 28, 1926 - Oct. 24, 1996

Jack L. KERCHER, 70, Millers Merry Manor, Warsaw, died at 10:07 a.m. Thursday at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.

Born in Mentone to Russell and Dove IMHOOF KERCHER, he was a veteran of WWII and Korea and had served in the 3rd Army’s 4th Armored Division (General Patton’s Division). He was a train director at Union Station, Chicago, Ill., and had resided in Chicago for 42 years before moving to Warsaw in 1989. He was a member of the American Legion, Menone; Veterans of Foreign Wars, Warsaw; Masonic Lodge 576, Mentone; Scottish Rite and Shrine, Fort Wayne; and the Moose Lodge, Warsaw.

He is survived by a sister, Mrs. David (Eileen) BOWSER, Mentone. He was preceded in death by a broher, Douglas [KERCHER] in 1990.

Services are at 1 p.m. Sunday at King Memorial Hoime, Mentone, with the Rev. Greg RITTENHOUSE officiating. Burial will be in Mentone Cemetery with military rites. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. A Masonic service will be at 8 p.m. Saturday.

Colton James Baldwin

Oct. 23, 1996

Colton James BALDWIN, Abilene, Texas, was stillborn Wednesday at Deyess Air Force Base, Abilene, Texas.

He is survived by his parents Scott and Rebecca BUNN BALDWIN, maternal grandparents Jerry and Gayle BUNN,, Rochester, maternal great-grandfather Ray HALL, Rochester, paternal grandmother Sandra OLIVER, Rochester, paternal grandfather Steve BALDWIN, Ider, Ala., paternal great-grandparents, Carl ands Phyllis BAILEY, Rochester, and paternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Florence BALDWIN, Kewanna.

Private graveside services will be Monday with the Rev. Georvge HAPNER officiating. Burial will be in Fulton Cemetry. There is no visitation. Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, is in charge of arrangements.

Marjorie A. Hedrick

July 6, 1915 - Oct. 24, 1996

Marjorie A. HEDRICK, 81, Berne, died at 2 p.m. Thursday at Chalet Village Care Center, Berne.

Born in Geneva to Edward and Bertha SNOW PUSEY, she married Melvin S. HEDRICK on June 30, 1966 in Rochester; he died Sept. 30, 1992. She was a retired beautician.

A former Lake Manitou resident, she is survived by three sisters, Mary PUSEY and Naomi BUCKEY of Geneva, Ruth HUNT, Berne, one step-daughter, Mrs. Harold “Peg” ANDERSON, Peru, sevveral nieces, nephews and step-grandchildren.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Doris HYLAND officiating. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Westlawn Cemetery, Geneva. Visitaion is from 3-7 p.m. Suday at the funeral home.

Saturday, October 26, 1996

Shirley Roberts

Dec. 28, 1928 - Oct. 25, 1996

Shirley ROBERTS, 67, Cory Ave., Peru, died at 12:25 p.m. Friday at ExtendaCare Nursing Home, Rochester.

Born in Reading, Ohio, to George and Ada RUSSELL DOAN, she married Willard ROBERTS on April 2, 1946; he survives. She retired from Squart D Company Peru, in 1988.

She is survived by her husband, a son Jack ROBERTS, Peru, a daughter, Susan and husband Lloyd RICH, Rochester; four grandsons, Ron and wife Andi ROBERTS, Peru, Chris CORRELL, David RICH, Michael RICH, two granddaughters, Corrina and husband Chris MALOTT, Carrie CORRELL, all of Rochester; three great-grandchildren, Ross, Tyler and Braxton MALOTT, Rochester; twelve nieces, six nephews; three sisters, Zelma MIZE, Retha DEATON, both of Peru, Eva HUTTER, Mexico, and sister-in-law, Elvie DOAN, Cincinnati, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by three brothers, Lee Elmer, Talmadge and Fred DOAN, and two nephews.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at the Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third St., Peru, with the Rev. Cannus SPARKS officiating.

Burial is in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico.

Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Monday, October 28, 1996

Wayne V. Kochenderfer

Wayne V. KOCHENDERFER, 86, formerly of 416 West 8th St., Rochester, died at 6:15 a.m. today at the Chase Center Nursing Home, Logansport, where he had been a residet for two years. Arranvgements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Elma Zent

Elma ZENT, 90, 8630 E. 550 N., Mentone, died at 7:25 a.m. today at the Kosciusko Memorial Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at the King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Walter D. Heaton

Nov. 2, 1919 - Oct. 25, 1996

Former Fulton County resident Walter D. HEATON, 76, died Friday at his Paris, Mo., residence.

Born in Thorntown to Lawrence and Alma FRY HEATON, he married Jean WHITE on June 29, 1946 in Yuma, Ariz; she survives. He served with the U.S. Navy during WWII, moving to the Fulton County area from California where he was employed in the timber industry. He moved to Paris, Mo., in 1970 and operated a dairy farm until his retirement in 1979.

He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Kay WARD, Atlanta, Gayann ROBERTSON, Paris, Mo.; two sons, Paul L. [HEATON], Crawfordsville, Thomas R. [HEATON], Ruth, Calif; twelve grandchildren, seven great-grandsons; and a sister Mrs. Louise COOPER, Harlingen, Texas. He was preceded in death by a sister Lois LEWELLEN.

Funeral services were at 2 p.m. today at the Agnew Funeral Home, Paris, Mo. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Fulton Cemetery with Rev. David SOMMERS officiating. There is no visitation. Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, is in charge of local arrangements.

Walter L. Smith

July 3, 1931 - Oct. 26, 1996

Walter L. SMITH, 65, 401 East Main St., Mentone, died at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at his residence. He had been in failing health for four months.

Born in Mentone to Roy B. and Betha HOLDERMAN SMITH, he married Jean KORTHAL on Dec. 23, 1950 in Mentone; she survives. A lifetime area resident he had processed deer for the last 15 years. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, Rochester, and the Mentone United Methodist Church, where he conducted many hog roasts.

He is survived by his wife, three sons, Kip SMITH, Bloomington, Jay SMITH, North Webster, Tim SMITH, Mentone, eight grandchildren; two sisters, Wanda SIMCOE, North Manchester, Mrs. Mike (Carol) ENGLE, Leesburg; two brothers John SMITH, Warsaw, and Charles SMITH, Claypool.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Mentone United Methodist church with the Revs. Greg RITTENHOUSE and Will LAWSON officiating. Burial will be in Mentone Cemetery. Friends may call from 3-8 p.m. today at the King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Mentone United Methodist Church Choir.

Tuesday, October 29, 1996

Elma C. Zent

July 22, 1906 - Oct. 28, 1996

Elma C. ZENT, 90, Mentone, died at 7:25 a.m. Monday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Mentons to Rudy and Ida ROGERS BYBEE, she married Earl ZENT Sept. 5, 1926; he survives. A retired homemaker, she and her husband had resided at Mason’s Health Care Center, Warsaw for two years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Mentone.

In addition to her husband she is survived by a daughter Mrs. Ron (Louise) GILLUM, Mesa, Ariz., a son Kermit and wife Nellie ZENT, Fochester, four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs, Mildred GOODMAN, Homestead, Fla.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Joe OLSON officiating. Burial will be in Mentone Cemetery. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, Mentone

Wayne V. Kochenderfer

July 16, 1910 - Oct. 28, 1996

Wayne V. KOCHENDERFER, 86, formerly of Rochester, died at 6:15 a.m. Monday at Chase Center Nursing Home, Logansport, where he had resided for the past two years.

Born to George and Lucy Jane GOOD KOCHENDERFER, he married Ruth BROWN, who preceded him in death. He was later married and divorced. He had been a resident of Bakersfield, Calif., having come to Rochester from Cornell, Wis. He had been sales representative for Electro Luc Vacuums in Ft. Wayne before retiring.

He is survived by three sons, Allen W. and wife Michelle KOCHENDERFER, Rochester, Wayne and Donald KOCHENDERFER, both of Kokomo; nineteen grandchildren including Stacey, Keith, Iaiah and Wayne KOCHENDERFER, a step-granddaughtter Jennifer JENSON, all of Rochester; six great-grandchildren; a sister Mrs. Hester SHIELDS, Minneapolis, Minn., and a brother Dr. Edison and wife LaVerne KOCHENDERFER, Rochester.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Dan HONEYCUTT officiting. Burial is at I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. today and after 10 a.m. Wednesday through the hour of services.

Wednesday, October 30, 1996

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Thursday, October 31, 1996

Hannalore Sperry

Hannalore SPERRY, 64, Plymouth, died Monday at St. Mary Hospital, Rochester, Minn.

Born in Germany, she married David L. SPERRY (formerly of Fulton County). She retired as a clerk from Hobart’s Drug, Plymouth.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a step-daughter Mrs. David (Jamie) SALAN, Valparaiso, a step-son Marc SPERRY, Michigan City; five graddaughters, Amy, Kelly and Ashley SPERRY and Katie and Ashley SALAN; numerous other lovng relatives in the United States and Germany; and dear friend Sandy BENECKE, Valparaiso.

Funeral serices are at 11 a.m. Friday at Geisen Funeral Home, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, with Pastor Steve FLYNN officiating. Burial will be at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gafrdens, Schererville. Visitation is from 2-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Leonard F. Snyder

June 7, 1913 - Oct. 30, 1996

Leonard F. “Lee” SNYDER, 83, 457 Decker Dr., Winamac, died at 6:50 a.m. Wednesday at Pulask Memorial Hosptal, Winamac.

Born in Toledo, Ohio, to Lucas and Kathryn MALLORY SNYDER, he married Phyllis M. DARCHE on May 6, 1939 in Evanston, Ill.; she survives. He had rsided in Winamac since 1943, having come from Gary. A watchmaker and jeweler, he was the former owner of Snyder’s Jewelry Store, Winamac, for 52 years. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, member and fourth Degree Knight of Winamac Knights of Columbus 1561, associate member Veterans of Foreign Wars 1728, former member of Winamac Kiwanis Club and Pilot’s Club, and also a former Pulaski County Coroner from 1959-1963. He enjoyed playing pool and flying his airplance.

In additio to his wife he is survived by six children, Susan and husband George ROLLER, Snellville, Ga., Toni and husband Tom KELLER, Bremen, Judy and husband Dan KAITSCHUCK, Everett, Wash., Kathie and husband Mick MINOR, Galveston, Tom and wife Vicki SNYDER, Temperance, Mich., Leonard F. (Lennie) and wife Lois SNYDER Jr., Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., eighteen grandchildren, thirty-one great-grandchildren, a sister Sister Patricia SNYDER, Toledo, Ohio, three brothers, Harold SNYDER, Rochester, Charles SNYDER, California, Richard SNYDER, Toledo, Ohio, and his mother-in-law Irene DARCHE, Winamac. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and a b rother.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Winamac, with the Rev. Bert WOOLSON officiatig. Burial will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Friday and after 8 a.m. Saturday at Frain Mortuary, 305 E. Main St., Winamac.

Friday, November 1, 1996 to Saturday, November 2, 1996

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Monday, November 4, 1996

Florence A. Reed

Nov. 27, 1907 - Nov. 2, 1996

Florence A. REED, 88, Argos, died at 4:55 a.m. Saturday at the ExtendaCare Nursing Home, Rochester.

Born in Bourbon Nov. 27, 1907 to Frank and Hattie AMES EBY, she married Louis W. REED on Feb. 18, 1930 in Bourbon; he died June 7, 1987. A homemaker, she lived most of her life in the Walnut community southeast of Argos. She was a member of the Walnut Church of the Brethren and the Walnut Township Ladies Home Economics Club.

She is survived by a daughter Mrs. Harry M. (Bonnie R.) BRAUER, Olney, Ill., a son Thomas R. and wife Ellen REED, Rochester, six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, a sister Mrs. George (Mary) ROBERTS, Tippecanoe, and a brother John EBY, Argos.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Walnut Church of the Brethren, southeast of Argos, with Tony SCHNEIDER officiating. Burial will be at Walnut Cemetery. Visitation is from 2:30-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, and at the church one hour prior to services on Wednesday.

Rollin L. Simpson

Oct. 18, 1930 - Nov. 2, 1996

Rollin L. “Buck” SIMPSON, 66, 230 E. 18th St., Rochester, died at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at his residence. He had been in failing health for one year.

Born in Williamsport to John and Vivian STEPHENS SIMPSON, he married Jean B. JACKSON on Jan. 17, 1964 in Plymouth; she survives. He was a heavy equipment operator for Fulton County Highway Department, retiring in 1996 after 12 years. He had formerly worked for the McMahan-O’Connor Construction Company for many years and had served with the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Lake Manitou Post, both of Rochester, and had also belonged to the Moose Lodge in Plymouth.

In addition to his wife he is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Jack (Judy) SWANK, Rochester, Mrs. Jim (Priscilla) BALLEE, Wabash, Deborah BREITWEISER, Battle Ground; two sons, Rollin, Jr. and wife Lisa SIMPSON, David SIMPSON, both of Rochester; eighteen grandchildren, three grat-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Harry (Shirley) McFARREN, Englewood, Fla., Margaret KIRKHOVE, Attica; three brothers, John, Jr., and wife Dawn SIMPSON, Manhatten, Kan., Tom and wife Betty SIMPSON, and Dick and wife Geraldine SIMPSON, both of Peoria, Ariz.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Larry PYEATT officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home through the hour of services. The American Legion and the VFW Posts will conduct military graveside services at the cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Society.

Loretta M. Bradway

April 12, 1919 - Nov. 2, 1996

Loretta M. BRADWAY, 77, 1229 Rochester Blvd., Rochester, died at her residence Saturday.

Born in Fulton County to Frank L. and Dora Belle WOLFE STUBBS, she married David F. BRADWAY on April 12, 1941 in Keystone; he died Sept. 22, 1990. She was a homemaker and attended the Akron Church of God.

She is survived by three sons, Gary L. BRADWAY, Rick L. BRADWAY, both of Munising, Mich., Dennis D. BRADWAY, Rochester, four grandchildren, Derek, Jack, Anthony, Stacy [BRADWAY], one great-granddaughtr, Courtney [BRADWAY], two sisters, Mattie BARTH, Mishawaka, Glendolyn DeMONT, Bremen, and a brother Ivan STUBBS, Culver.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with the Pastor James MALBONE officiating. Burial is in Athens Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

Victor T. Dickerhoff

Victor T. “Ted” DICKERHOFF, 63, Denver, died at 10:10 a.m. Sunday at the Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver. Visitation is from 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Eva D. Ginn

July 16, 1910 - Nov. 2, 1996

Eva Dortha KAHLER GINN, 86, 440 North Main St., Rochester, died at 1:55 p.m. Saturday at the ExtendaCare of Winamac.

Born in Star City to Mace and Clara CONWELL KAHLER she had resided in Rochester for 30 years, having come from Kewanna. She had owned and operated the Modernistic Beauty Shop in Rochester for 66 years. She was a member of the Hillcrest Baptist Church, Rochester.

She is survived by a daughter, Patricia GUMBLE, Rochester, six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild, and a sister Maudie KAHLER CAROLSON, Winamac. She was preceded in death by a son, Douglas GINN, a brother George KAHLER, and a sister Essie KAHLER.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Buffalo Cemetery, Buffalo, with the Pastor Don GOLDEN officiating. There is no visitation. Frain Mortuary, Winamac, is in charge of arrangements.

Tuesday, November 5, 1996

Clair Ellis

Dec. 21, 1897 - Nov. 4, 1996

Clair ELLIS, 98, Akron, died at 1:50 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in LaGrange County to Edward and Nora GREENAWALT ELLIS, he married Ruby BLACK on March 15, 1923 in Indianapolis; she survives. He was a farmer and had driven a milk truck for 25 years. He attended Akron United Methodist Church, was a precinct committeeman, a Henry Township trustee, served on the Akron Library Board, and was a member of the Akron Lions Club.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter Mrs. Glen (Carmen) SMITH, Macy, three grandchildren, Steven SMITH, Nancy SMITH, Dean SMITH, two great-granddaughters, Glenda and Alicia SMITH, and a brother Orville ELLIS, Huntington. He was preceded in death b a sister, Dorothy WAGONER.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. Douglas WITT officiating. Burial will be in Athens Cemetery. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributios may be made to the Akron Lions Club or the Akron Library.

Evelyn M. Dawald

June 4, 1903 - Nov. 4, 1996

Evelyn M. DAWALD, 93, Macy, died at 5:45 p.m. Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Wabash to Andrew J. and Emma D. STOOPS WORKING, she marrid Samuel Lyman DAWALD on Aug. 18, 1926 in Twelve Mile; he died July 28, 1993. A lifetime resident of the araa and a homemaker, she was a member of Fulton Baptist Temple and the Liberty Neighbors Club.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Emmagene REFFETT, Fulton, and Mrs. Donna L. McKITTRICK, Ft. Wayne; seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and a brother Kenneth L. WORKING, Deedsville. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by a sister and three brothers.

Services are at 1 p.m Thursday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. James THURSTON officiating. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to services on Thursday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Prill School Museum.

Chad A. Decker

Sept. 29, 1985 - Nov. 4, 1996

Chad Allen DECKER, 11, Wabash, died at 7 p.m. Monday at The Vernon Manor Children’s Home, Wabash.

Born in Winamac to Michael David and Karen KLINE DECKER, he had lived in Wabash for seven years.

He is survived by his mother and step-father, Mike and Karen TYLER, Akron; father and step-mother, Michael and Jackie DECKER, Rochester; a brother, David DECKER, Akron; step-sisters Stacy and Jennifer TYLER, Akron, Christine HARRIS, Rochester, step-brother, Michael HARRIS, Rochester; maternal grandfather, Trenson KLINE, Argos, paternal grandmother, Betty DECKER, Koontz Lake, maternal great-grandmother, Inez RINGLE, Plymouth (formerly of Argos), step-grandparents Bill and Donna TYLER, Rochester, step-grandmother, April SANDERS, Sebring, Fla., and step-grandfather John DUDGEON, Rochester.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home with Rev. James MALBONE officiating. Burial is in Akron Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and after 9 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Victor T. Dickerhoff Jr.

Nov 10, 1932 - Nov. 3, 1996

Victor T. “Ted” DICKERHOFF., Jr., 63, Denver, died at 10:10 a.m. Sunday at the Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

He was born in Mexico to Victor T. and Wanda COOK DICKERHOFF, Peru, Jackie BURNETT, Joe DICKERHOFF, both of Denver, Ambor DICKERHOFF, Crystal DICKERHOFF, Matthew DICKERHOFF, Steven DICKERHOFF, all at home; nine grandchildren; a brother, Wayne DICKERHOFF, Bremen; and two sisters, Bonnie WASHBURN, Akron, and Sue AMMERMAN, Denver. He was preceded in death by his father, a sister and a son Michael DICKERHOFF.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Eugene CORRELL officiating. burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Visitation is from 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Wednesday, November 6, 1996

Virginia M. Ruckman

Jan. 3, 1916 - Nov. 4, 1996

Virginia Marie RUCKMAN, 80, Laketon, died at 9:45 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital. Born in Aurora, Mo. to John and Clara HOWARD THURMAN she married Paul D. RUCKMAN on Dec. 19, 1932; he died Jan. 8, 1985. A homemaker, she was a member of the First church of God, Wabash.

She is survived by three sons, Howard RUCKMAN, Rochester, Paul RUCKMAN, Scherercville, Michael RUCKMAN, Roann; a daughter Mrs. Oral Dean (Marlene) BERRY, Salem, Ill.; fifteen grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren; a brother Ted THURMAN, Peoria, Ill., and a sister Birdie BRIDGES, Aurora, Mo. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by six brothers and five sisters.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at the First Church of God, Wabash, with the Rev. Terry CANFIELD officiating. Burial is in Laketon Cemetery, Laketon. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Arrangements by DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

Neil B. McKinne

Sept. 8, 1934 - Sept. 2, 1963

A private graveside service for Lt. Neil B. McKINNEY was held Sunday, Nov. 3 at the Akron Cemetery.

Air Force 1st Lt. McKinney had been missing in action since Stpt. 2, 1963 when his B-26 bomber failed to return to its home base at DaNang following a routine air cover mission over Vietnam. A concentrated search failed to turn up any sign of the plane and its four man crew. No reason for the plane’s failure to return has ever been established. Immediately the Air Force listed Lt. McKinney as officially missing After a year and one day, the Air Force declared Lt. McKinney deceased.

In March, 1992 the Vietnamese government repatriated to the United States Government the remains and artifacts that were purportedly recovered from a B-26 crash site in remote Kontum province. Although personal effects and other information indicated the identity of the crew at that time, the forensic team studied the remains an additional four years in an attempt to make complete and positive identifications. That which forensic experts were unable to identify will be interred at Arlington national Cemetery at a later date.

Lt. Neil McKinney was born in Fort Wayne. He rceived his Masters degree from Ball State University where he entered the ROTC program and received a commission in the United States Air Force. His assignment to Vietnam was as an Intelligence officer On June 26, 1960 he married Barbara (WAECHTER) RAGER of Plymouth, who survives., Also surviving is a daughter, Christa C. SMITH of Zionsville, and a half-brother Don FUNK of Fort Wayne.

Contributions may be made to the Akron Methodist Church, Akron.

Taylor W Smyth

May 21, 1918 - Oct. 14, 1996

Word has been received of the death of Taylor Webster SMYTH at his home in Blackwell, Okla.

Born in Eddy, Okla., he lived in the Akron-Rochester area and attended Akron schools in the 1930s.

He is survived by his wife Irene [SMYTH], a son Max [SMYTH], a daughtter Kay Lynn PENDLETON, all of Blackwell; six grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildre; and a sister Maxine POWERS of Rochester.

Thursday, November 7, 1996

Cleo D. Hawk

July 22, 1908 - Nov. 8, 1996

Clleo D. HAWK, 88, formerly of Princeton Lane, Logansport, died at 2:15 a.m. Wednesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Winamac to Cecil L. and Estella M. DAGGETT, she married John L. HAWK on April 29, 1928 in Valparaiso; he died March 20, 1981. She was a homemaker and a member of the Hillcrest Baptist Church.

She is survived by two daughters, Patricia L. and husband David E. SMITH, Rochester, Norma J. MULKEY, Upland, Calif.; a son John T and wife Caroline HAWK, Peru; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and one brother Richard GIFFORD, Wickieup, Ariz. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Fueral Home, 1603 East Broadway St., Logansport, with the Rev. Craig S. PENDL officiating. Burial is in Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Logansport. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hillcrest Baptist Church.

Friday, November 8, 1996

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Saturday, November 9, 1996

Leora Hurst

June 24, 1911 - Nov. 7, 1996

Leora HURST, 85, Macy, died at ExtendaCare Nursing Home, Rochester on Thursday.

Born in Gilead to Wesley and Bertha DUKES BOWEN, she married Bernard W. HURST on July 10, 1937 in Macy; he died June 8, 1974. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Macy, the Macy Mother’s Club and the Pleasant Hour Club.

She is survived by four sons, John A. and wife Carol HURST, Macy, James M. HURST, Logansport, Steven R. HURST, Warsaw, David K. and wife Lorie [HURST], Rochester; thirteen grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; and a sister Mrs. Irene SECOR, Akron.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today, and from 12 noon until the hour of services on Sunday at the funeral home.

Dick L. Sheneman

Oct. 9, 1936 - Nov. 6, 1996

Dick L. SHENEMAN, 60, 6715 4th Road, Bremen, died at 5:20 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Marshall County following automobile accident in Marshall County.

Born in Bremen to Omer R. and Lillian RENAS SHENEMAN, he married Jeanette E. SIX on Dec. 21, 1956 in Bremen; she survives.

A 1954 graduate of Bremen High School, he was a lifetime resident of Marshall County. He attended Indiana University and Ivy Tech, both in South Bend. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was employed for over 20 years at Skyline-Nomad Division in Elkhart. He retired in August as assistant plant manager. He was a member of the American Legion Post 27 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1162. He was also a member of the Eagles Lodge, the AARP and the National Muzzleloaders Association of Friendship. He was active in civic affairs.

He was the recipient of the hghest degree the Moose Fraternity can bestow, and the organization’s newly-elected state vice president. He served as Governor of the Plymouth lodge twice. He was active in the Lodge’s Ritual Team for more than 20 years, helping them win the Indiana State Moose Ritual Competition three times. He was an indivudual champion several times.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter Sue and husband Patrick GROSSMAN, Plymouth; a grandson and granddaughter, Bryan P. and Kayla E. GROSSMAN, Plymouth; his mother Lillian SHENEMAN, Bremen; two brothers Tony and wife Marlene SHENEMAN, Warsaw, and Jerry and Joyce SHENEMAN, Bremen. He was preceded in death by his father Omer [SHENEMAN] who died in 1971.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. today at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, with the Pastor Stephen FLYNN officiating. Interment will be in the Bremen Cemetery with full military graveside honors. A Moose Ritual Service was held at 8:30 p.m. Friday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall County Cancer Society.

Monday, November 11, 1996

Irma L. Brown

July 25, 1914 - Nov. 8, 1996

Irma Lenora BROWN, 82, Fairfield Glade, Tenn, (formerly of Rochester) died at 3:25 p.m. Friday at the Cumberland County Medical Center Hospital, Crossville, Tenn.

Born in St. James, Mo. to Robert and Elizabeth BARRETT REED, she married Richard Carl BROWN on Dec. 28, 1945 in Chicago, Ill.; he survives. She had been a resident of Fairfield Glade for the past 15 years, having come from Indianapolis, Before that she had lived in Rochester. A homemaker, she was a member of the Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church and she had been a waitress in the former Berghoff Cafe, Rochester.

Also surviving are two daughters Ms. Carol Lynn BROWN, Fairfield Glade, Tenn., Mrs. Kathleen GAMBLIN, Great Falls, Mont.; two sons George and wife Joan DRUELINGER, Tucson, Ariz., John and wife Anna DRUELINGER, Maryland Heights, Mo.; eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Florence SALADIN, St. Louis, Mo., and Ruby GODAR, California. She was preceded in death by a daughter Cheryl Lee BROWN on Jan.16, 1965.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. C. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. today and one hour prior to the service.

Tuesday, November 12, 1996

Evelyn J. Durham

Aprl 19, 1916 - Nov. 10, 1996

Evelyn J. DURHAM, 80, 318 East Third St., Peru, died at 11:48 p.m. Sunday at Dukes Memorial Hosptal, Peru.

Born to Harvey and Louise JOHNSON, she married Rolland D. DURHAM on Sept. 17, 1932; he died May 14, 1973. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and had retired from Senger Dry Goods.

She is survived by two sons Gerald “Duke” DURHAM, Peru, Larry DURHAM, Rochester; five grandchildren Dawn ALBRIGHT, Rochester, Lynne EBERLE, Warsaw, Kirk DURHAM, Lake Forest, Calif., Gregg DURHAM, Fishers, Heather OCANA, Guam; four great-grandchildren Adam ALBRIGHT, Whitney ALBRIGHT, both of Rochester, Coady OCANA, Tyler OCANA, both of Guam, and a sister, Mildred FISHER, Peru. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one brother Floyd JOHNSON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, at Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 West Main St., Peru, with the Rev. Robert KOCH officiating. Burial is at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Wednesday, November 13, 1996

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Thursday, November 14, 1996

Joseph F. Clemons

Aug. 13, 1935 - Nov. 13, 1996

Joseph Frank CLEMONS, 61, Silver Lake, died at 12 a.m. Wednesday at Parkview Hospital, Ft. Wayne, where he had been a patient since Oct. 28 following heart by-pass surgery.

Born in Peru to Haskel and Vola MAYNARD CLEMONS, he married Sharon K. CUMBERLAND on Oct. 18, 1959 in Fulton County; she survives. He had been a resident of Silver Lake since 1961 having come from Peru.

He retired after 29 years with Peabody, North Manchester, and was employed by Majestic Company, Huntington, where he worked in the maintenance department for 11 years. He was a member and Pastor of the Full Gospel House of Prayer, Akron. He had servd with the U.S. Army in Korea and was a member of the United Steel Workers Union Local 204, and also past president of the union.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Billy J. and wife Sebrena CLEMONS, North Manchester, James D. CLEMONS, North Manchester, Thomas R. CLEMONS, North Silver Lake; four grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Dave (Emma) SONAFRANK, Peru, Mrs. Lacy (Helen) CARPENTER, Akron; and a brother Robert Carl and wife Bonnie CLEMONS, Akron. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Howard and Harold Dean CLEMONS.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Foser & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. Frank WHITAKER officiating. Burial will be in Gaerte Cemetery, southeast of Akron. Visitation is from 4-8 Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Harold D. Alspach

Harold D. ALSPACH, 77, 701 East 10th St., Rochester, died at 10:56 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital following an illness. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Friday, November 15, 1996

Harold D. Alspach

Dec/ 13. 1918 - Nov. 13, 1996

Harold D. ALSPACH, 77, Rochester, died at 10:56 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born near Talma to Henry and Eva Lena SMITH ALSPACH, he graduatd from Talma High School in 1936. He returned to Rochester in 1986, having come from Maryland, where he lived for 23 years. He retired from the United States Navy in 1961 after 20 years. He was an employee of NASA with Bendix Field Egineering at Goddard Space Center, Greenvbelt, Md., where he programmed satellites until his retirement in 1986. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, a 49-year member of the F&A Masonic Lodge 79, Rochester, and a member of the Scottish Rite Lodge and Mizpah Shrine Temple, both of Ft. Wayne.

He is survived by a daugher Mrs. Michael (Cindy) ANGELO, Houston, Texas, two grandchildren, Lisa ad Kevin ANGELO, Houston; a sister Mrs Don (Joan) KEELE, a niece Mrs. Mark (Melody) GENTRY, and a nephew Charles CLAWSON II, all of Rochester. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Donald W. BRENNEMAN officiating. Burial will be in Athens Cemetery next to his parents. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m today and after 1 p.m. Saturday through the hour of services. F&AM Lodge 79 will conduct a memorial service at the funeral home at 6 p.m. today and the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct a military graveside service at the cemetery Saturday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Society.

Wilbur W. Latimer

May 18, 1909 - Nov. 14, 1996

Wilbur W LATIMER, 87, Mentone, died at 12:55 p.m. Thursday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Mentone to Lyndes and Nellie LYONS LATIMER, he married Garnet KIEFER on April 20, 1936 in Claypool; she survives. A lifetime area resident, he was a farmer and raised sheep. He also judged sheep at several county fairs and was a member of the Hampshire and Shropshire Sheep Association He was a member of the Burket United Methodist Church and the Mentone Masonic Lodge. He served on the Burket Fire Department, the ASCS Board, and the County Board of Zoning.

In addition to his wife he is survived by two daughers Wilburta BAKER, Pierceton, and Karen THOMAS, Winona Lake; six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and ten step great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers.

Services are at 1 p.m. Sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Eric STOOPS and Rev. Don POYSER officiating Burial will be in Mentone Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m Saturday at the funeral home. Masonic services will be at 7:30 p.m. Saturday.

Saturday, November 16, 1996

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Monday, November 18, 1996

Margie Cyrus

Nov. 25, 1913 - Nov. 16, 1996

Margie CYRUS, 82, 2027 East 600 North, died at 7:25 p.m. Saturday at ExtendaCare Nursing Home, Rochester, where she had lived for three weeks.

She was born in Hithins, Ky., to William and Myrtle PERRY HAMILTON. On March 16, 1940, in Grayson, Ky., she married Jennings O. CYRUS, who survives.

She lived in Fulton County for the last 22 years, having come from Huntington, W. Va. She was a homemaker and member of the First Church of God.

Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Mrs. William (Lindyl) BRADLEY, Rochester, and Mrs. Charles (Joanne) PORTER, Montgomery, Ala., one son, Garey and Marjory CYRUS, Rochester; seven grandchildren, one sister, Gretchen SMALLRIDGE, and one brother, Truman JOHNSON, both of Huntington, W Va. Preceding in death were a grandson, Daniel CYRUS, who died June 22, 1994, and three brothers.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the First Church of God, with the Revs. Sam BENNETT and Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today at Foster & Good Funeral Home, and one hour before services Tuesday at the church.

Veta M. Lowman

Sept. 22, 1910 - Nov. 18, 1996

Veta Mae LOWMAN, 86, formerly of Burket, died at 8:05 a.m. today at the Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Silver Lake to Hugh ad Eliza (SMITH) BOWEN, she married Earl B. LOWMAN, who died on June 3, 1978.

She was a homemaker and member of the Cook’s Chapel Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Barbara CAMPBELL, Alexandria, and Patricia DONAWAY, Tucson, Ariz., and one son, Rev. Marvin LOWMAN, Burket, nine grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were her husband, one brother, Raymond BOWEN, two half-sisters, one half-brother and one grandchild.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Paul CLEVELAND officiating. Burial will be in the Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake.

Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour before services on Wednesday at the church.

Ruby Lockett

Sept. 13, 1915 - Nov. 15, 1996

Ruby LOCKETT, 81, Kings Lake, died at 9 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

She was born in Shuqualak, Miss, to Johnny and Lovie (MURDOCK) RIDDLE. On Dec. 15, 1929 in Shuqualak, Miss., she married Willie LOCKETT, who survives.

A homemaker, she lived in Kings Lake for 38 years.

Surviving with her husband are three daughters, Hallie B. CRUMP, Chicago, Mildred VALENTINE, Chicago, and Mrs. Walter (Mary) LEWIS, Charleston, Mo.; two sons, Freddie B. LOCKETT, Chicago, and Willie LOCKETT, Jr., Chicago; oe brother, Johnny RIDDLE, and his wife, Lola, of East St. Louis, Ill., thirty-two grandchildren, sisty-six great-grandchildren and twelve great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her parents were one sister and one brother.

Services will be at noon Friday at Foster & Good Funera Home in Rochester. Rev. Jessie INGRAM and Rev. Walter LEWIS will officiate.

Burial will be at the Leiters Ford Cemetery. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services on Friday.

Tuesday, November 19, 1996

Robert N. Kindig

April 26, 1920 - Nov. 18, 1996

Robert N KINDIG, 76, Deedsville, died at 1:40 p.m. Monday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born to W. Claude and Enid HART KINDIG in Deedsville, he married Jane WEISHAA on Aug. 9, 1940 in Chili; she survives. A lifelong Deedsville resident, he was a retired building contractor and a member of the Deedsville United Methodist Church, Manitou Moose Lodge, and the Deedsville I.O.O.F. Lodge. During WWII he was a U.S. Army Air Corps pilot.

Surviving with his wife are one son, Robert KINDIG, Rochester Hills, Mich., three granddaughters, two great grandchildren, and one brother, William KINDIG, Decatur, Ill.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Deedsville United Methodist Church. Rev. Rick STONE will officiate, assisted by Rev. Norris KING. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m Wednesday at the Zimmerman Family Funera Home in Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church Burial will be in the Deedsville I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Mary M. Deeb

Services for Mary Margaret DEEB, 79, Twelve Mile, who died at 3:30 a.m. today at her residence, are pending at McClain Funeral Home in Denver.

Wednesday, November 20, 1996

Garl H. Shank

Garl Hartley SHANK, 71, San Diego, Calif., died Sunday.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Libby” Van TRUMP SHANK, San Diego; one son, Jeff SHANK, Virginia Beach, Va.; one brother, Bill SHANK, Peru; one sister, Betty BROWN, Peru, and two grandchildren.

John J. Riggle

Oct. 18, 1950 - Nov. 19, 1996

John J. RIGGLE, 46, died at 6:50 a.m. Tuesday at his residence in Leo-Cedarville.

Born in Rochester to Charles and Donna THOMAS RIGGLE, Fulton, who survive, he was a Marine Corps veteran. He was a programmer and analyst for 23 years at GTE Data Services. Riggle was a member of the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church.

Surviving with his parents include his wife, Mary J. RIGGLE, one son, Jeremy L. RIGGLE of Oak Harbor, Wash., one daughter, Cynthia J. HEMBREE, Fort Wayne, one brother, Philip D. RIGGLE, Kewanna, and one sister Connie MANCINI, Hoffman Estates, Ill.

Services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, Fort Wayne, with Pastor David SHADDAY officiating. Visitation is from 7-9 today and one hour before services at the funeral home. Burial will be at Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne.

Mary M. Deeb

April 14, 1917 - Nov. 19, 1996

Mary Margaret DEEB, 79, Twelve Mile, died at 3:30 a.m. Tuesday at her residence.

Born to Bert ad Dottie CARSON HOFFMAN in Clay Township of Cass County, she married Moses DEEB on Dec. 14, 1970 in Noblesville. He survives.

She retired from Western Electric in Indianapolis as a utility operator in 1974. She worked as a beautician in Logansport for 14 years.

She was a member of the Keenage Class Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Twelve Mile.

Services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at McClain Funeral Home with Rev. Judy ADAMS officiating. Burial will be at the Bethlehem Cemetery, Twelve Mile.

Ralph J. Daluisio

March 12, 1933 - Nov. 18, 1996

Ralph John DALUSIO, 63, Mexico, died at 6:25 a.m. Monday at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

Born to Anthony and Sarah RICCI DALUISIO in Geneva, N.Y., he married Roberta Mae WEIRICK on Oct. 22, 1971 in Clarence, N.Y. She survives.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and worked as a millwright and crane operator for Bethlehem Steel until his 1984 rtirement.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Donna HARRIS, Sanburn, N.Y., Sara Ann TAYLOR, Erie, Penn.; two sons, Ralph J. DALUISIO, Norfolk, Va., Jimmy DALUISIO, Grand Island, N.Y.; one step-son, Kevin MATYJASKI, Franklinville, N.Y.; four sisters, two brothers and eleven grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his parents, two brothers, James DALUISIO and Thomas DALUISIO and one sistr, Nickolette DALUISIO.

Services are at 11 a.m., Nov. 30, at Ebenezer United Methodist Church. Rev. Rick STONE and Rev. Tom DAUGHERTY will officiate. Burial will be at he Ebenezer Cemetery.

Mary L. Gamble

Aug. 15, 1925 - Nov. 20, 1996

Mary Louise GAMBLE, 71, Rochester, died at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital where she had been a patient for five days

Born to Floyd and Ruth THOMPSON NORRIS in Fulton County, she married Edward W. GAMBLE on Aug. 14, 1965 in Rochester. He survives.

Retired from Torin-Brookside Corp., she was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Rochester.

Surviving with her husband are two sons, Fredrick Lee GAMBLE, Pensacola, Fla., and John GAMBLE, Argos; one sister, Ruby HUDSON, Rochester; two brothers, Ralph NORRIS, Rocheter, and Frank NORRIS, Logansport; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Prceding in death were one son, Franklin Lee WOLF, one sister, Irene NORRIS, and one brother, Charles NORRIS

Services are at 3 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Don BRENNEMAN officiating Visitation is at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and for one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester

Thursday, November 21, 1996

Richard L. Randall

Dec. 17, 1924 - Nov. 19, 1996

Richard L. RANDALL, 71, Logansport, died at 9:25 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, Logansport.

Born to Raymond and Aileen ALLEN RANDALL in Muncie, he married the late Betty J. RANDALL on Dec. 16, 1948, in Fort Wayne.

He was a retired truck driver for A.G.P. Corp., Peru, and was a WWII U.S. Navy veteran. He owned and operated Betty’s Corner on U.S. 24 West. He was a member of the American Legion.

Survivors include one daugher and son-in-law, Joe and Elaine SWISHER, Lucerne; one son and daughter-in-law, Ross and Joyce RANDALL, Logansport; one brother, Jack RANDALL, Logansport; one sister, Corinne SALE, Kokomo; two granddaughters, Tara McVAY and Stephany RANDALL; and two grandsons, Matthew SWISHER and Jeff RANDALL.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Gardens of Memory Chapel. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Fisher Funeral Chapel, Logansport. Burial will be at Garden of Memories in Muncie.

Beverly Wright

Services for Beverly WRIGHT, 36, Claypool, who died at 4:48 a.m. today at Kosciusko Community Hospital, are pending at King Memorial Home in Mentons.

Friday, November 22, 1996

Beverly Wright

Sept. 20, 1960 - Nov. 21, 1996

Beverly WRIGHT, 36, Claypool, died at 4:48 a.m. Thursday in the emergency room at Kosciusko Community Hosptal, Warsaw.

Born to Douglas and Betty STAMBAUGH SHEPHERD in Martin, Ky., she married Michael WRIGHT, who survives, on June 7, 1986, in Burket

She was a homemaker and had worked at the Steer Inn and Claypool Inn as a cook.

Surviving wih her husband are one daughter, Mandy YATES, one son, Christopher YATES, one brother, both of Claypool, Tim SHEPHERD, Atwood, and a maternal grandfather, James STAMBAUGH, Paintsville, Ky. Services are at 10:30 a.m Sarturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Rev. Don POYSER will officiate. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Palestine Cemetery, Palestine.

Saturday, November 23, 1996 to Monday, Nov. 25, 1996

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Tuesday, November 26, 1996

Carl F. Heiden

July 31, 1928 - Nov. 26, 1996

Carl F. HEIDEN, 68, formerly of Plymouth, died at 12:12 a.m. today in the Woodlawn Hospital Emergency Room. Arrangements are pending at the Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Wednesday, November 27, 1996

Robert L. Melton Sr.

Sept. 23, 1925 - Nov. 24, 1996

Robert L. “Cotton” MELTON, 71, 17380 Ireland Ed., South Bend, died of natural causes at 5:09 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Hospital, Mishawaka.

Born in Waterloo, Ala., to James ad Callie WOODS MELTON, he married Martha MARVIN on Nov 12, 1948 in South Bend; she survives.

He retired from Wheelabrator in 1985 and owned Mid South Waterbeds, Osceola, till 1991. He was an active member of the United Pentecostal Church

In addition to his wife he is survived by three daughters, Carol and husband Rev. Robert RITTER, Rochester, Sandy DUKE, Houston, Texas, Sherry and husband Rev. Philip WELDY, Granger; a son, Robert “Wendy” MELTON Jr., South Bend; a sister Lucille BRUCE, Knoxville, Tenn. two brothers Buford MELTON, Waterloo, Ala., Clyde MELTON, Mishawaka; seven gradchildren and one great-graddaughter.

Services will be at 1 p.m Friday at Guisinger Colonial Chapel, 3718 S. Michiga St., South Bend, with the Pastor Kenneth MENDENHALL officitig Burial will be in Southlawn Cemetery, South Bend. Visitation is from 7-9 p.m today and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the United Pentecostal Missions, United Pentecostal Church, South Bend.

Garl H. Shank

Dec. 28, 1924 - Nov. 17, 1996

Garl Hartley SHANK, 71, former manager of Manitou Liquors in Rochester, died Sunday in Scripps Memorial Hospital in San Diego. He had suffered from heart trouble for a number of years.

Born in Peru to Frank and Blanche SHANK, he married Elizabeth (Van TRUMP) LICHTEWALTER on Oct. 23, 1969 at the First Presbytrian Church of the Dunes in Chesterton. He spent five years on Guam as an aerial photographer with the U.S. Marine Corps After his return to the United States he was in business in Wabash, moving to Rochester in 1968. He was a member of the Fort Wayne Mizpah shrine, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, and the Presbyterian Church, Rochester.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a son, Cmdr. Jeffery B. SHANK, U.S. Navy, Norfolk, Va. a daughter-in-law Maria [SHANK] and twin grandchildren Jeffery [SHANK] II and Laura Elizabeth [SHANK], Virginia Beach, Va.; a brother Bill SHANK, Peru, a sister Betty BAKER, Peru and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three sisters.

Burial and military services will be Friday in San Diego.

Carl F. Heiden

July 31, 1928 - Nov. 26, 1996

Carl F. HEIDEN, 68, Rochester, formerly of Plymouth, died at 12:12 a.m. Tuesday in the Woodlawn Hospital Emergency Room.

Born in LaPorte to John F and Nettie HOWELL HEIDEN he married Donna Jean HASMAN on March 5, 1950 in Kewanna; she died December 26, 1981. He married Betty SPLIX on June 25, 1983 in Plymouth; she survives.

He served with the U.S. Air Force during the Koran War and had worked for Torin Manufacturing Co. for 25 1/2 years before retiring He was a member of St. John Luthran Church, Rochester Elks, Rochester Moose, Logansport Eagles, and Kewanna Veterans of Foreign Wars, James F Talbott Post 1121. He liked golf, boating, big band music and dancing.

In addition to his wife he is survived by one son Courtney HEIDER, Rochester; one daughter Cathy CARPENTER, Plymough; three gradsons, Nicholas HEIDEN, Mississippi, Tyler and Chad CARPENTER, Plymouth; three step-daughtrs Tammy VOREIS, Charleston, S.C., Debra SLEMP, Plymouth, Patricia NOEL, Granger; six step-gradchildren; two brothers Robert HEIDEN, Kewana, Donald HEIDEN, Titusville, Fla.; and two sisters Janet JOHNSON, Macy, and Maryann SHUCK, Logansport. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at the Harrison-Metzger Chapel, Kewanna, with the Rev. James W. KREFT officiating. Burial will be in Citizens I.O.O.F Cemetery, Kewanna, with graveside military services. Visitation is after 10 a.m. Friday until the time of services.

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Hospice.

Anna R. Champ

March 27, 1911 - Nov. 27, 1996

Anna R. CHAMP, 85, Kewana, died at 2:24 a.m today at her residence.

Born in Sikeston, Mo., to Merritt and Katy SMALL GAULT she married Estel E CHAMP on April 15, 1934 in Liberty Township; he died April 28, 1996. She had spent most of her life in Fulton County.

She was a homemaker, a lifelong member of the Olive Branch United Methodist Church and attended the Fulton Weseyan Church. She was also a member of the Olive Branch Ladies Aid and the Fletchers Lake United Methodist Ladies Aid.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs Jerry (Shirley) HULTS, St. Louis, Mo., Mrs. Mack (Carol) HAIMBAUGH, Rochester; one son, Gary A. CHAMP, Fulton; eight grandchildren, Beth HULTS, Grover, Mo., Mrs. Tim (Wendy) McINDOO, Greentown, Mrs. Roy (Peggy) CARPER, Manchestr, Md., Mrs. Randall (Rosetta) PODELL, Winamac, Mrs. Kevin (Amy) KELLENBERGER, Nyona Lake, Mrs Jery (Diane) WEEKLEY, Wabash, Matthew CHAMP, Virginia Beach, Va., and Michael HULTS, Carol Springs, Ill.; nine great-grandchildren; five sisters Mrs. Essie SIDERS, Mrs. Sam (Bessie) KIRK, both of Kewanna, Mrs. Robert INellie) McGREW, Fulton, Mrs. Vivian OTT and Mrs. Paul (Donna) REFFETT, both of LaGrange; two brothers Earl GAULT, Deedsville, Elium GAULT, Hazlet, N.J.; and one sister-in-law Mrs. LeRoy (Audra) BROWN, Kewanna. She was preceded in death by four brothers.

Services will be at 11 a.m Saturday at the Zimmerman Family Funera Home, Fulton, with Revs. Don REED and George TROYER officiating. Burial will be in the Bethlehem Cemetry near Twelve Mile. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Fletchers Lake United Methodist Church Women.

Thursday, November 28, 1996

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Friday, November 29, 1996

Susie Shoemaker Doss

March 19, 1913 - Nov. 27, 1996

Susie SHOEMAKER DOSS, 83, Argos, died at 8:14 p.m.Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Chicago to Leonard and Etta BIDDINGER KICKERT, she married Claude SHOEMAKER on April 10, 1932 in Chicago, Ill.; he died Feb. 4, 1964. She married Fred E. DOSS on Feb. 23, 1974 in Plymouth; he died March 11, 1990. She had lived in Argos since 1931, having come from Chicago. An employee of Del Monte Foods, later known as R J. Reynolda Corp., Plymouth, she retired in 1970. She was a member of the Walnut Church of the Brethren, Walnut Ruralettes of Argos, Women of the Moose, Plymouth, and Richland Center Rebekah Lodge. She was a volunteer worker at St Joseph Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Keith (Barbara) WARNER, Rochester, Mrs. Bruno (Claudette) CANZIAN, Indianapolis; one son, Donald and wife Bonnie SHOEMAKER, Elwood; five grandchildren, Kathleen CUNNINGHAM, Angela McCLELLAN, Jeff WARNER, all of Rochester, Diana WAYMIRE, Elwood, David SHOEMAKER, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and nine great-gradchildren. She was preceded in death by three sisters and one brother.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with the Revs. George SHOEMAKER and Tony SCHNEIDERS officiatig. Burial will be in Walnut Church of the Brethren Cemetery, southeast of Argos. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today and from 1-2 p.m. Saturday before services.

Memorials other than flowers can be made to the Marshall County Cancer Fund.

Margaret L. Johnson

Sept. 16, 1905 - Nov. 27, 1996

Margaret Lucille JOHNSON, 91, Twelve Mile, died at 11:25 a.m. Wednesday at Chase Center, Logansport.

Born in Clinton County to Morgan and Mary MILNER GRAY, she married Wade JOHNSON on Oct. 23, 1932; he died Nov 9, 1984. She graduated from Frankfort High School in 1925 and Indiana University in 1929 with a bachelor of arts in business. She worked as Assistant Personnel Director for H.P. Wasson Co., Indianapolis She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Fulton Chapter, a member of he United Methodist Women and the Twelve Mile Quilters.

She is survived by one daughter Eleanor G. MIKESELL, Twelve Mile; two grandsons, Paul L. MIKESELL, Twelve Mile, Gregory W. MIKESELL, Duluth, Ga.; one great-granddaughter, Kimberly Ann MIKESELL, Duluth, Ga., ad one sister Lula CONGLETON, Frankfort. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and two sisters Ethel GRAY and Dora IRWIN.

Services are at 3 p.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Judy ADAMS officiating Burial is in Metea Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today and 2-3 p.m. Saturday.

Memorials may be made to the Bethlehem United Methodist Church or Habitat for Humanity, Cass County, P.O. Box 494, Logansport.

Robert D. Greer

Aug. 7, 1938 - Nov. 28, 1996

Robert D. GREER, 58, Kewanna, died at 4:53 a.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Fulton County to C. Frank and Delia Lenora LAMBERT [GREER], he married Darla Jean SAYERS on April 12, 1959 in Kewanna; she survives. He graduated from Kewanna High School in 1956. He was a farmer and a Rochester school bus driver. He was a member of the Kewanna Church of Christ, Kewanna Saddle Club, Arabian Horse Registry of America, Indiana Arabian Horse Club, Asaad Arabian Horse Club, Step Ahead of Fulton County, Past vice-president and past president of Indiana Foster Care Association, past 4-H leader and a foster parent for 15 years.

In addition to his wife he is survived by one son Rob and wife Lori GREER, Goshen; two daughters Christine and husband Don BENNETT, Fortville, Jana GREER, Rochester; his father C. Frank GREER, Kewanna, one brother, Charles GREER, Rochester; two sisters Carol SHEETZ, Rochester, Connie KILLINGBECK, Remus, Mich.; four granddaughters and six grandsons. He was preceded in death by his mother.

Services are at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Kewanna Church of Christ with Revs. Stuart BOSE and Cliff GANO officiating Burial is in Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, from 2-8 p.m.Saturday and one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorial contributios may be made to Salem Children’s Home, Flanagan, Ill.

Virginia L. Thompson

Nov. 11, 1923 - Nov 28, 1996

Virginia Lee THOMPSON, 73, Roann, died at 1:53 a.m. Thursday at Wabash County Hospital, Wabash.

Born to Donald and Grace LARREW in rural Roann, she married Norman L. THOMPSON near Warsaw on Sept. 6, 1942; he died Jan. 11, 1966. She attended the Olive Branch Church of God and was a member of the Disko United Methodist church. She was a homemaker.

She is survived by a daughter Mrs. Billy (Nancy) McCARTHY, Roann; her step-mother Mrs. Donald (Delphia) SHOEMAKER, Macy; one sister Mrs. Jack (Marjorie) BREWER, Lincolnville, one half-sister Mrs. Jack (Marilyn) HARTZLER, Macy; two grandsons Scott JAMES, Fort Wayne, Randy JAMES, Roan; two granddaughters Jennie OWENS, Roann; two granddaughters Jennie OWENS, Roann, Marie VIGAR, Roann; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a half-brother and a half-sister.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Roann Chapel Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home, 335 S. Chippewa, with Revs. Lowell BURRUS ad Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will be in Roann Community Cemetery. Visitation is from 2-8 p.m today at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Olive Branch Church of God.

Saturday, November 30, 1996

John E. Aman

Nov. 11, 1923 - Nov. 23, 1996

John Edward AMAN, 73, a resident of Sebring, Fla. for the past several years, died Nov. 23. Born in Culver to Sylvester and Bertha AMAN he was a lifelong resident of Plymouth. He served in the U.S. Navy during both WW II and the Korean War. He was employed as a mechanic and later retired from Indiana Tool as a machinist. He was a member of the Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife Betty [AMAN], Sebring, Fla.; a daughter Bobbie SHARPE, Louisville, Ky.; two sons, Richard [AMAN], Plymouth, James [AMAN], Bourbon; one step-daughter Pam HOWDESHEL, Rochestr; one step-son John MILNER, Rollig Prairie; two sisters Erma FAUSNAUGH, Virginia CARTWRIGHT; one half-sister June Carol NICE; two half-brothers George and Ken AMAN; thirteen grandchildren and six great-gradchildren. He was preceded in death by his former wife Audrey [AMAN] and one brother Charles [AMAN].

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m.. Tuesday at the Grace Baptist Church, Plymouth.

Memorial contriutios may be made to either the American Cancer Society or to the local Heart Association.

Wilbur R Kelso Jr.

Wilbur R. KELSO Jr., 76, formerly of Culver, died at his residence in Sebring, Fla. on Nov. 27. He was born in Chicago, Ill., and was a veteran of WW II serving in the U.S. Air Force. He was a brick mason for over 40 years and a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 6919, Culver. He was an Eagle Scout and a member of the Order of the Arrow. He was a former member of St Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church, Culver, and is a member of St. Agnes Episcopal Church, Sebring.

He is survived by his wife, Violamay “Vi” [KELSO], Sebring; one son Wilbur R. “Rich” KELSO, III, Culver; two daughters Ardis BARNETT, Indianapolis, Alice KELSO BOYD, Fowler; and one granddaughter Sandra KELSO.

A memorial service will be held in Sebring with services in Indiana at a later date. Morris Funeral Chapel, Sebring, is in charge of arrangements.

The family suggests memorials to Hospice of Highlands Couty 245 S. Commerce Ave., Sebring, Fla., 33870.

Henry E. Bockover

Oct. 4, 1923 - Nov. 29, 1996

Henry Ephriam “Effie” BOCKOVER, 73, Akron, died Friday at his residence after a two-year illness.

Born in Perry Township, Miami county to Ernest and Esther SWOPE BOCKOVER, he graduated from Macy High School in 1942. He had lived in the Macy and Twelve Mile communities all of his life He was a livestock trucker in the Macy and surrounding area, and also a grain and dairy farmer.

He is survived by one brother, John BOCKOVER, Akro.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with the Rev. William SHEWMAN officiating Burial will be in Plainview Cemetery, Macy Visitation is from 5-8 p.m Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may vbe made to the American Heart Association.

Monday, December 2, 1996

Caroline I. Boicourt

April 23, 1920 - Dec. 1, 1996

Caroline Izola BOICOURT, 76, Rochesrter, died at 3:55 p.m. Sunday at Autumnwood, Tipton.

Born n Cincinnati to Harry and Verna WAGMAN, she married Willard N. BOICOURT on March 11, 1946; he died Jan. 26, 1985. She was retired from Haynes International and Cuneo Press. She was a member of Leiters Ford United Methodist Church and had been a Christian for 45 years.

She is survived by one daughter Verna CONRAD, Rochesrter; one son Michael BOICOURT, San Diego, Calif.; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hasler-Pickett Funeral Home, Greentown, with Rev. Dorothy JONES officiating. Burial will be in Crown Point Cemetry, Kokomo. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Wednesday until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Shirley E. Wagner

Sept. 14, 1925 - Dec. 1, 1996

Shirley E. WAGNER, 71, did at 7:43 p.m. Sunday at her residence. She had been in failing health for six months.

Born in Rochester to Joshua “Jim” and Mary SHAMP WILLARD she married Richard N. WAGNER on Feb. 15, 1952 in South end; he died June 12, 1970. She had been a resident of Rochester the past 26 years, having come from Gary. She retired from Topps Manufacturing, Rochester, in 1987. She enjoyed yard sales and collecting things.

She is survived by one daughter Mrs. Donald (Cheryl) MANN, Metea; two sons Rick WILLARD and Richard WAGNER, both of Rochester; four sisters Mrs. Louise VERNON, Rocheter, Mrs. Wilma TULLIS, Macy, Mrs. Patricia TAYLOR, Albuqurque, N.M., Mrs Marlene CLARK, Soap Lake, Wash.; three brothers Bill and wife Shirley WILLARD, Gene SEIDNER, both of Rochester, and Bob SEIDNER, Ocean Side Calif. She was preceded in death by one sister Helen MORRIS and one brother Charles “Chad” WILLARD.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Zion Cemetery, southwest of Culver. There will be no viewing or visitation. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Phyllis Kamradt

Sept. 8, 1907 - Nov. 10, 1996

Word has been received of the death of Phyllis KAMRADT, formerly of Water Haven Apartments, Rochester. She had been living with her step-daugher Lois MOLLNARI in LaGrange Park, Ill. She was a member of Eagles Auxiliary 852, Rochester.

Lowell E. Cann

Oct. 26, 1897 - Dec. 1, 1996

Lowell E. CANN, 90, Rochester, died at 8 a.m. Sunday at ExtendaCare, Rochester.

Born in Delta, Ohio to Thomas and Emeline FOSTER CANN, he married Dorothy Mae SOWERS on Dec. 16, 1918; she died Feb 27, 1971. He had lived here most of his life, having come from Delta, Ohio. He was a former head lineman with Public Service Company of Indiana, a projectionist at the Char-Bell Theatre, Rochester, and an oil painter. He was a member of the Masonic Blue Lodge of Rochester, Scottish Rite of South Bend. He served several years as chairman of the Fulton County Red Cross and as assistant blood chairman. In 1965 he received a national award for helping with the distribution of food, clothig and medical supplies followig the tornado disaster of April 15 that struck the Goshen area.

He is survived by one granddaughter, Dr. Janet RENO, Arlington, Va.,; one grandson Mark SCHALL, Shenyang, China; one great-granddaugher Rachel RENO, Arlington, Va; one step-bother John Wesley ANDERSON, Toledo, Ohio; and one sister-in-law Margaret SOWERS, Hagerstown, Md. He was preceded in death by one daughter Mary Kathleen SCHALL in 1983.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Zimmerman Fanily Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Lisa DOEGE of the First Unitarian Church of South Bend officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetry. Visitatio is from 9 to 10:30 a.m. conducted by the Rochestr Lodge.

Memorials may be made to the Masonic Lodge, Rochester.

Tuesday, December 3, 1996

Willard B. Dilts, Jr.

Dec. 14, 1970 - Nov. 23, 1996

Fulton County Sheriff Bruce BAKER answered a call at 8:10 a.m. involving the death of Willard B. DILTS, Jr., 25, Twelve Mile. Dilts died in what apparetly was a one-truck accident on Indiana 25 one mile south of Fulton. The length of time he spent in the vehicle is uncertain. It traveled 300 feet from the highway before flipping into a ditch out of sight oif motorists.

Dilts, 26, was last seen alive about 11 p.m. Nov. 23. He was reported missing on Saturay by extended family members to the Cass County Sheriff’s Department.

Baker reported that Dilts’ vehicle, a red 1985 Nissan pickup, had struck a bridge abutment before leaving the road.

Fulton County coroner Junior GOOD said Dilts died as the result of injuries he received during the accident and by drowning.

“His head was submerged under water when he was found,” Good said “My ruling is that he died of drowning.”

‘ Dilts was a counselor at Four County Counseling Center.

Baker said he isn’t sure what caused the accident.

“The reason we’re not sure is because we don’t know when the accident happened,” Baker said. “He was last seen on Nov. 23, but we’re not sure if the accident might have happened a few days later when we had some slick road conditions.”

He was discovered by Indiana State Highway Departmen workers.

Willard B. “Will” DILTS, Jr., 26, died near State Road 25 south of Fulton. He was found in his truck in a ditch on Monday. Death was due to injuries and apparent drowning.

Born in Logansport to Willard B. and Virginia TAYLOR DILTS, Sr., he had lived most of his life in Fulton County. He married Cindy DEAN on Dec. 25, 1992 in New York City; she

survives. He served with the U.S. Army from 1991 to 1995 and was a counselor at Four County Counseling Center.

In addition to his wife Cindy, New York City, he is survived by three sons, John E., Michael A and Nicklaus W. DILTS, all of New York City; his parents Will and Virginia DILTS, Fulton; two sisters Mrs. Andy (Michelle) SKILES, Wabash; Crystal DILTS, Fulton; and maternal grandmother Mrs. Pearl TAYLOR, Twelve Mile. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather and paternal grandparents.

Private graveside rites will be held at a later date in the Fulton Cemetery, with Rev. George TROYER officiating. There is no visitation. Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Fulton, is in charge of arrangements.

John McQueary

Feb. 8, 1954 - Dec. 2, 1996

Police, firefighters and medics responded to a call at 1:45 p.m. to the Steve Moor Insurance Agency, 817 E. East 9th Street, where electrician John R. McQUEARY, Sr., 42, Rochester, died in the basement.

McQueary, 42, was installing a water heater at the insurance agency.

Employees realized they had not seen him for a while and suspected a gas leak in the basement

They called the Rocheter Fire Department. McQueary was found unconscious.

Coroner Junior GOOD said no determination for the cause of McQyeary’s death has been made at this time.

“We don’t have anything yet,” Good said.

“Since (Woodlawn) hospital got rid of its morgue, we’re going to have to wait for the results on some tests. That’s just the way it’s going to be now.”

Woodlawn Hospital officials said they could not answer qustions concerning the condition of McQueary when he was found.

John R McQUEARY, Sr., 42, died unexpectdly at 1:45 p.m. Monday at the Steve Moore Insurance Agency where he was installing a water heater.

Born in South Bend to Ernest and Elizabeth SIMMS McQUEARY, he had lived in Talma and Rochestr since 1968. On June 30, 1973, in Rochester, he married Patricia J. HITTLE; she survives. He was a self-employed contractor who owned and operated McQ’s Repair Service, Rochester.

In addition to his wife he is survived by one son John R. McQUEARY at home; his mother Elizabeth McQUEARY, Rochester; his father and step-mother Ernest and Virginia McQUEARY, Rochester; one sister Mrs. Darwin (Marchelle) GARRISON, Rocheter; one brother Ernest and wife Lois McQUEARY, Culver; one step-sister Charlann CLEVENGER, Logansport; and one step-brother Gary CLEVENGER, Rochester. He was preceded in death by one daughter Michelle [McQUEARY[, in 1973 and one son Johnny [McQUEARY], in 1981.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Chris DODSON officiatig Burial wil be in the I.O.O.F Cemetry, Rochester. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and for an hour before services Thursday.

Vernon E. McKenzie

Vernon E McKENZIE, 70, 6112 North Walnut St., Rochester, died at 8 p.m. Monday at the Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at the Bonine funeral Home, Culver.

Herbert O. Kubley

Word has been rceived of the death of Herbert Owen KUBLEY, 80, formerly of Argos, on Friday in Mesa, Ariz.

Mr. Kubley farmed near the Argos area before moving to Mesa three years ago. He is survived by his wife, Mary Kathryn WEST KUBLEY, Mesa; two sons Ronnie KUBLEY, Argos, Gary KUBLEY, and six grandchildren.

Services were private. Ingterment was in the East Valley Crematory, Mesa. Bunker’s Garden Chapel, Mesa, was in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, December 4, 1996

Helen B Hatfield

Dec. 27, 1903 - Dec. 2, 1996

Helen B. HATFIELD, 92, died at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, at 11:05 p.m. on Monday.

She was a longtime Marshall County resident and had lived in Talma.

Born in Plymouth to Elmer G and Mary EBEL BURNS, she married Ralph HATFIELD on June 18, 1961 in the Plymouth EU.B. Church; he died May 29, 1984.

She worked as the dental assistant and office manager for Dr. J.M. JORDAN. She was also employed by the Marshall County Bank.

She was a proud and active lifetime member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Plymouth. She was a member of United Methodist Women and the Band of Hope Sunday School Class. She was also a 50-year member of Chapter 26 of the Order of the Eastern Star.

She is survived by her sister Thelma COLLINS and a sister-in-law Hazel BURNS, both of Plymouth; four nieces, and their spouses Mary Sue and Willis BURROUGHS, Argos, Betty and Merle YOCKEY, Fort Waye, Peggy and Del FAST, Roanoke, Texas, Joan and Wallace WHITCOMB, Bunker Hill; one nephew Dick SHREEVE and his wife Marilyn SHREEVE, West Virginia; and several great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister Gladys SHREEVE and one brother Ford BURNS.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N Michigan St., Plymouth, with Pastor Maurice GRINDLE and Mike BURROUGHS officiating. Bural wil be in the I.O.O.F Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation is from 4-6 p.m. Thursda at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church Music Fund.

Charles S. Burnett Jr.

Charles S. BURNETT Jr, 67, 1714 Mitchell Dr., Rochester, died at 1:30 a.m. today at Indiana University Medical Center Hospital, Indiaapolis.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Shelby Elizabeth Treesh

Dec. 2, 1996

Shelby Elizabeth TREESH, Argos, was stillborn Monday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth.

She is survived by her mother, Nicole TREESH; matrnal grandparents Gerald and Deborah SAMPSON TREESH, Argos; one aunt Sara TREESH, Argos; and maternal great-grandmother Lourane HOLTZCLAW, Plymouth.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday with the Rev. Robin SMITH officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetry, Argos. There is no visitation. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements.

Thursday, December 5, 1996

John R. McQueary

By Dave Blower Jr.

An autopsy of John R. McQUEARY, 42, Rochester, showed that he died of a heart attack.

McQueary was found dead at 1:45 p.m. Monday at the Steve Moore Insurance Agency on East Ninth Street.

The autopsy was performed Tuesday at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru, by forensic pathologist Dr. Marvin DZIAVIS under the authorizaton of Fulton County coroner Junior GOOD.

“He died of a coronary thrombosis,” Good said. “That’s basically a heart attack. There were no signs of electrical shock.”

Good said an exact time of death was not determined.

McQueary, owner and operator of McQ’s Repair Service, was installing a water heater when stricken.

The Rocheter Fire Department, police and emergency medical technicitan were called to the scene, and fire department officials discovered McQueary unconscious.

Charles S. Burnett, Jr.

July 16, 1929 - Dec. 4, 1996

Charles S. BURNETT, Jr., 67, Rochester, died at 1:30 a.m. Wednesday at Indiana University Medical Center Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in Springfield, Mass., to Charles and Marjorie HENSEY BURNETT, Sr., he married Catherine Jane SPITLER EATON on Aug 19, 1983 in York, S.C.; she survives He came to Rochester in 1979 from Peru He served in the U.S. Air Force in Japan, Korea, Panama and Alaska as a military policeman, and retired after 22 years. He later retired from the Peru Foundry, Peru He was a member of the Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1343, Fraternal Order of Eagles 852, and the LeRoy Shelton America Legion Post 36, Rochester.

In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughtr Mrs. Thomas (Barbara J.) KISTLER, Logansport, one son James E. EATON, Saline, Mich., and four gradchildren.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Pastor Steve FLECK officiating. The America Legion and VFW will conduct military services.

Memorials may be made to the Shriner’s Crippled Childrens Fund.

Juanita M. Williams

Juanita M. WILLIAMS, 68, 4830 West Trails End, Rochester, died at 10:50 a.m. today at her residece.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Friday, December 6, 1996

Juanita M. Williams

May 18, 1927 - Dec. 5, 1996

Juanita M. “Nita” KUNTZ WILLIAMS, 69, Rochester, died at 10:50 a.m. Thursday at her residece.

Born in Kokomo to Frank J. and Bessie DAILEY KUNTZ, she married Carl J. WILLIAMS on July 18, 1948 in Walton; he died in 1975. She had lived here since coming from Kokomo in 1975. She was a former employdee of Haynes Stellite Corp. for three years and employed by Armstrong Landin Hardware, Kokomo, for several years. She had also been an Avon cosmetics representative. She was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Kewanna.

She is survived by one son Sam Wayne and wife Mary WILLIAMS, Rochester, four grandchildren, one great-grandson; and a niece Mrs. Lenora ADAMS, Sharpsville She was preceded in death by one sister Fern BALSER and one brother Kenneth SNODERLY.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Pastor Steve FLECK officiatig Burial will be at Albright Cemetery, Kokomo, where gaveside services will be at 12:30 p.m. Monday. Visitation is from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to services Monday.

Memorials other than flowers may be made to Woodlawn Hospital.

Vernon E. McKenzie

Jan. 11, 1926 - Dec. 2, 1996

Vernon E. McKENZIE, 70, Rochester, died at 8 p.m. Monday at the Veterans Administration North Indiana Health Center, Fort Wayne.

Born in Effingham, Ill., to Joseph and Ota STEELE McKENZIE he married Myrtle Grace BARROW in 1948; she died Aug 14, 1985 He was a Navy veteran of World War II, and had beern a truck driver for the Good Oil Company, Winamac, until his retiremet. He had lived in Rochester since 1967, having come from Highland. He was a member of Finney-Shilling Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6919, Collins-Tasch American Legion Post and the National Rifle Association.

He is survived by one step-daughter Mrs. Harold (Gracilee) PLATT, Bristol; four step-gandchildren, twelve step-great-grandchildren; two sisters Ruth DURBIN, Earlville, Ill., Mildred SMITH, Taylorville, Ill.; three brothers Walter McKENZIE, Mattoon, Ill., Warren McKENZIE, Ennis, Texas, Gerald McKENZIE, Bradenton, Fla. He was preceded in death by three brothers.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Bonine Funeral Home, 104 Lakeshore Dr., Culver, with Pastor Daniel J. BERGER officiating. Burial will be in Leiters Ford I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Saturday, December 7, 1996

Annabelle Derflinger

Aug. 14, 1924 - Dec. 5, 1996

Annabelle DERFLINGER, 72, died at 8:36 p.m Thursday at the Mulberry Lutheran Home, Mulberry.

Born in Morocco to Charles and Anna MADISON GRAVES, she married Delmer E. DERFLINGER on Sept. 20, 1941, in Morocco; he died April 28, 1984. She retired from food services at Purdue University in 1984. She was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ.

She is survived by two sons Charles L. DERFLINGER, Kokomo, Tommy E DERFLINGER, Sharpsville; one daugher Mrs. Ron (Betty Ann) DOYLE, Rochester; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; one brother, Lawson T. GRAVES, Chicago, Ill., and one half-sister Anita RUSSELL, Morocco. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by one sister.

Services are at 2:30 p.m Sunday at Hippensteel Funeral Home Chapel, 822 N. 9th St, Lafayette. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens in West Lafayette.

Emory L. Davis

April 21, 1920 - Dec. 6, 1996

Emory L. “Ike” DAVIS, 76, 9906 W. Welch Road, Etna Green, died at 2:05 p.m. Friday at Millers Merry Manor, Warsaw.

He was born in Kosciusko County to Charles L. and Ida Myrtle BEMENDERFER DAVIS. On March 14, 1946 in Bluffton he married Iris M. BOGANWRIGHT, who survives. He was a lifetime area resident, farmer and retired metal polisher at Zimmer. He served in the Navy during World War II and the Korean War. He was a member of American Legion Post 40 and the VFW, Warsaw.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Terry (Beverly) FAULKNER, Etna Green, and Mrs. Robert (Debra) GARCE, Warsaw; two grandchildren, Stacy and Jill FAULKNER; one sister, Pearl HORN, Mentone, and one brother, Harry DAVIS, Silver Lake. Preceding in death wewre one brother, Earl [DAVIS], and one sister, Orpha LEEDY.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with T.R. JONES officiating. Burial will be in the Mentone Cemetery, where the American Legion and VFW will conduct graveside military rites. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m Sunday.

Monday, December 9, 1996

Feryl Ann Coplen

Feryl Ann COPLEN, 59, 668 Brentwood Dr., Akron, died at 3:29 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good funeral Home, Akron.

Russell W. Pratt

May 20, 1901 - Dec. 7, 1996

Russell William PRATT, 95, Rochester, died at 7:05 p.m Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Born near Kewanna and Lake Bruce to George and Myrtle CLAYBOURNE PRATT, he lived most of his life in the Fulton and Miami county area. He was married Dec. 9, 1922 to Ethel Dora PRATT in Rochester; she died May 11, 1978. He then married Helen ELLIOTT SENN on Oct. 15, 1978 in Muncie; she survives. He farmed in the Millark community for many years and was a member of the Christian Church, Macy.

In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughter, Mrs Paul (Gladys) CUTSHAW, Tucson, Ariz; three sons Melvin and wife Iva PRATT, Phillip and wife Jane PRATT, both of Rochester, Irvin and wife Marlene PRATT, Middlebury; one step-son William and wife Sue SENN, Del Rio, Tenn.; sixteen grandchildren, thirty-six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Omer PRATT and thre sisters Roxie HOTT, Meda HOOVER and Freda FRIEDRICH.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Pastor David WELSH officiating. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until services Tuesday.

Memorials may be made to the Macy Christian Church.

Mildred Clark Beck

July 2, 1901 - Dec. 9, 1996

Mildred CLARK BECK, 95, died at 3:56 a.m. today at ExtendaCare, Rochester.

Born in Fulton County to Charley and Tressie E. MILLER SMOKER, she married Willis HOLMES on March 10, 1922; he died March 15, 1924. She married Melvin CLARK on March 13, 1926; he died Jan 3, 1962. She married Harley BECK on Jan 3, 1968; he died Feb. 18, 1989. She lived in Rochester and Akron A homemaker, she was a member of the Akron Church of God

She is survived by three daughters Mrs. Fred (Betty Lou) ROHRER, Elkhart, Mrs. Fred (Mary Ann) HEISER, Mrs. Larry (Donna) WAHLIG, both of Fort Wayne; one son Bob CLARK, North Miami Beach, Fla.; ten grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren; two sisters Margret SLAYBAUGH, Warsaw, Thelma SAUSAMAN, Akron; one brother, Doin SMOKER, Akron; two step-daughters Mrs. Joe (Helen) GOOD, Mentone, Mrs. Keith (Kathryn) HISEY, Rochester; two step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son Charles HOLMES, two sisters Goldie FERREE and Blanche SWICK.

Services are at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Pastor James MALBONE officiating Burial will be in Akron Cemetery. Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Robert B. Waltz

Jan 30, 1915 - Dec. 8, 1996

Robert B. WALTZ, 81, died at 11:50 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Liberty Township, Fulton County, to Ort and Edith F. McDOWELL WALTZ, he married Edna J. DUNNAWALD on June 18, 1965 in Granger; she died Oct. 28, 1986. A lifetime resident of Fulton County he was the retired owner and founder of Waltz Building Service. A 50-year member of the Manitou Moose Lodge he attended Trinity United Methodist Church.

He is survived by two sons Phillip D. WALTZ and Edward A. WALTZ, both of Rochester; eight grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; one sister Mrs. Eileen HALTERMAN, Rochester; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Merrill and Loren WALTZ.

Private services will be Wednesday at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Rev. Don BRENNEMAN officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester I.O.O.F Cemetery. Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Fund Local Assistance.

Anna Ruth Taylor

June 6, 1933 - Dec. 8, 1996

Anna Ruth TAYLOR, 63, died at 8:30 a.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Richland Center to George and Helen PICKENS SMITH, she married Luther BRADLEY and divorced. She then married Kenneth TAYLOR on July 27, 1962 in Rochester; he survives. A homemaker and a waitress she had lived most of her life in the Rochester community except for 14 years when she resided in Logansport. She was a member of the Lioness Club, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Eagles Auxiliary ad Moose Auxiliary, all of Rochester.

In addition to her husband she is survived by two sons Richard A. SMITH and Gary W. BRADLEY, both of Rochester; two grandsons Cory A. SMITH, Elkhart, Michael J. SMITH, Rochester; two sisters Irene MILLER, Wabash, Mrs. Ivan (Carolyn) ABRAMS, Rochester; one brother Larry and wife Carol SMITH, Rochester; several nieces and nephews.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be in Citizens Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may cal from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and one hour prior to the services Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Fund.

Tuesday, December 10, 1996

Richard G. Hooker

Richard G. “Dick” HOOKER, 64, 15826 Hickory Rd., Argos, died at 9 p.m. Monday at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Feryl Ann Coplen

Oct. 10, 1937 - Dec. 8, 1996

Feryl Ann COPLEN, 59, Akron, died at 3:29 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Born in Enid, Okla. to Ray and Vivian WOMBLE FOUTS she married Dale COPLEN on Aug. `5, 1954 at Ft. Sill, Okla.; he survives. A homemaker, she had been a resident of the Akron area since 1955. She was a former employee of R.R. Donnelly & Sons, Warsaw, and a member of the Olive Branch Church of God, Roann.

In addition to her husband she is survived by two daughters Mrs. Wayne (Karen) CONWAY, Tiverton, R.I., Mrs. Kevin (Karna) LYONS, Philadephia, Pa.; two sons Don COPLEN, Warsaw, Michael and wife Katherine COPLEN, North Manchester; five grandchildren; her mother Vivian FOUTS, Enid, Okla.; two brothers Warren FOUTS, Marietta, Ga. and James FOUTS, Kansas City, Mo. She was preceded in death by her father.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with the Revs. Lowell BURRIS and Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial wil be in Athens Cemetery. Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and after 9 a.m. Thursday through the hour of services.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Olive Branch Church of God Building Fund, Roann.

Wednesday, December 11, 1996

Richard G. Hooker

April 15, 1932 - Dec. 9, 1996

Richard G. “Dick” HOOKER, 64, Argos, died at 9 p.m. Monday at his residence.

Born in Argos to LaMar and Zella FEAR HOOKER, he married Mary L. OVERMYER on Feb. 25, 1953 in Argos; she survives. He had resided his entire life in the Argos community where he had been a heavy equipment operator in construction. He served with the U.S. Army in the Korean War; he was discharged on Sept. 28, 1954. He was a member of the American Legion Post 68, Argos, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6919, Culver.

In addition to his wife he is survived by two daughtrs Mrs. Jack (Jill A.) HOLZBERGER, Mitchell, S.D., Mrs. James (Cheri L.) HOFFER, Plymouth; three granddaughters Erika MILLER, Mitchell, S.D., Elizabeth HOFFER, Plymouth, and Jami HOOKER, Argos. He was prceded in death by one son Greg Richard HOOKER on Feb. 9, 1996.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos, with the Rev. Roy FISHBURN officiating. There will not be any visitation or viewing. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the Marshall County Hospice or the Argos United Methodist Church.

Thusday, December 12, 1996

W. Glen Norman

Oct. 14, 1914 - Dec. 11, 1996

W. Glen NORMAN, 82, Akron, died at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Miami County to Jesse and Judel ALSPACH NORMAN, he married Ina HOMAN on April 14, 1939 at Burket. She died May 10, 1969. He married Blanche MYERS on June 10, 1972 in Miami County; she survives. He was a farmer and a carpenter.

In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughter Mrs. Jim (Mary Jo) FRUSHOUR, Macy; one son, Larry and wife Lorraine NORMAN, Akron; one step-daughter Judy FRIEND, Logansport; two step-sons Steve MYERS, Macy, Randy MYERS, Roann; eight grandchildren, twelve step-grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, three step-great-grandchildren; five sisters Wilma GROSS, Warsaw, Martha WAGONER, Tama, Ruth BYRER, Etna Green, Audria FOUTS, Florida, Irene POWELL, Illinos; five brothers, Ernest NORMAN, David NORMAN, both of Macy, Kenneth NORMAN, Wabash, Roy NORMAN, Warsaw, and Oren NORMAN, Akron. He was precded in death by one sister Nina MURPHY and two brothers Alva and Charles NORMAN.

Services are at 10:30 a.m Saturday at the Hartzler Funeral Home, Akro, with Rev. Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial is in the Gilead Cemetery, south of Akron. Visitation is from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Friday, December 13, 1996

Elmer O. Gentry

Elmer O. GENTRY, 89, formerly of Four Seasons Court, Rochester, died at 1 p.m. Thursday at Life Care Center.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, December 14, 1996

Leona I. York

May 15, 1911 - Dec. 12, 1996

Leona Irene YORK, 85, 120 East Main St., Peru, died at 7:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapols.

She was born in Fulton County to Lucius R. and Effie Anne EHLINGER MOORE. She was a lifetime resident of Peru and Miami County. She graduated from Peru High School in 1929. In 1973 she retired from Production Credit, Peru. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, the Dukes Hospital Pink Ladies, the Alters Club, Amaranth, the Flappers, Eastern Star, the home economics club and was a Peru Circus volunteer, all of Peru. She was a pianist for the Starlightrs Band and a Red Cross volunteer.

Surviving are one daughter, Jane BAKER, Peru; two sons, James [YORK], Peru, and Bill [YORK], Indianapolis; three granddaughters, Marla LINDER, Appleton, Wis., Julianne BAKER, Tucson, Ariz., and Jayanne BAKER, Indianapois; five grandsons, Mark YORK, Hamilton, Mich., Robert YORK, Edgerton, Wis., James BAKER, Phoenix, Ariz., Jon BAKER, Mulberry, and Rick YORK, Indianapolis; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Nita MOHLER, Monticello, and Mary REINHOLT, Rochester; and one brother, Budd MOORE, Granger. Precedig in death was one sister, Dorothea HAIMBAUGH.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Flowers-Ledy Funeral Home, Peru, with the Rev. Ron KERR officiating. Burial will be in the Athens Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today. An Easter Star service will be held at 8 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to the YMCA and the Salvation Army.

Monday, December 16, 1996

Elmer O. Gentry

Oct. 7, 1907 - Dec. 12, 1996

Elmer O. GENTRY, 89, Rochester, died at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Cullman, Ala., to David W. and Rena SEWELL GENTRY, he married Nellie B. GENTRY on June 28, 1930 in Cullman, Ala. She died June 21, 1990. He had been a resident of the Rochester area since 1986, having come from Florida. He was a retired employee of Black River School Corp., Homerville, Ohio.

He is survived by one daughter Mrs. William (Retha Eloise) BYERS, Kent, Ohio, one son Kenneth L GENTRY, Rochester; five grandchidren, Mark GENTRY, Rochester, Vicki PATTON, Kokomo, Kevin GENTRY, West Salem, Ohio, Tony GENTRY, Jefferson City, Tenn., Brian GENTRY, Lodi, Ohio; four great-grandchildren; and one brother, Cliff GENTRY, Holland, Ohio. He was preceded in death by one son David W. [GENTRY] in 1989 and one brother Alvin [GENTRY] in 1981.

Private family services will be Monday, Dec. 23, 1996 at the Zimmerman Family Funeral Home, Rochester with the Rev. Junior BOSE officiating Burial will be in the I.O.O.F Cemetery, Rochester. There is no visitation.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.

Ida B. Bowell

June 26, 1898 - Dec. 15, 1996

Ida B. BOWELL, 98, Argos, died at 11:55 a.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Born in Cottonwood Falls, Kan., to John and Eugenia JOHNSON DAWSON, she married Floyd BOWELL on Dec. 23, 1915 in St. Joseph, Mich. He died Oct. 6, 1966. A homemaker, she had lived most of her life in the Argos community and attended the Argos Bible Church.

She is survived by one daugher, Mrs. Jack (Donna) MILLER, Norco, Calif.; one son Everett and wife Opal BOWELL, Argos; one grandson Jack MILLER, Mira Loma, Calif; four nieces including Mrs. Virgil (Frances) QUIVEY, Plymouth. She was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Clinton DAWSON.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos, with Rev. Earl LIGHTFOOT officiating. The family request no visitation or viewing. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Missionary Society of the Argos Bible Church, Argos.

Veva A. Donaldson

June 16, 1916 - Dec. 15, 1996

Veva Avis DONALDSON, 80, Peru, died at 8:10 p.m. Sunday at Timbercrest, North Manchester.

Born in Macy to Leo F. and Leona DuBOIS AMBLER, she married John L. DONALDSON on June 24, 1939 in North Manchester. He died May 27, 1996.

She graduated from Plymouth High School in 1933 and from Manchester College in 1935. She was a mother and a retired school teacher. She attended the Church of the Brethren, Mexico.

She is survived by two daughters Suzanne McCLURE, North Mancheter, Nancy E. McGUIRE, Mexico; two sons, David J. DONALDSON and Mark L. DONALDSON, both of Peru; eleven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; and a brother Leo E. AMBLER, Plymouth. She was preceded in death by her husband and a sister JoAnn SHOEMAKER.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Church of the Brethren, Mexico, with the Rev. Jeff GRAHAM officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Visitation is from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Crestwood Dementia Wing, Timbercrest.

Succulla Rodgers

Succully RODGERS, 84, 600 Oakhill Ave., Plymouth, formerly of the Monterey area, died at 4:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth.

The Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, is in charge of arrangements.

Francis E LaTurner

Francis E LaTURNER, 85, 426 South Michigan St., Argos, died at 12:45 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements.

Tuesday, December 17, 1996

Francis E LaTurner

May 2, 1911 - Dec. 16, 1996

Francis Eugene LaTURNER, 85, Argos died at 12:45 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Born in Argos to William H. and Mary A. BEAM LaTURNER, he married J Margaret REED on July 29, 1933 in Crown Point; she died May, 1974. He later married LaBerta THORNBURG PATCH on Nov. 9, 1979; she survives.

He was an accountant and bookkeeper for the former Gates Chevrolet Auto Agency, Argos, and had been employed by the Chevrolet Auto Agency, Dunkirk, in the same capacity. He had also been employed by the former Studebaker Corporation, South Bend.

He graduated in 1929 from Argos High School as valedictorian. He served on the Argos Library Board, Argos Community School Board, and was a member of the Argos Bible Church.

In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Paul (Karen S.) ALLISON, Kokomo; one son Robert and wife Mary Helen LaTURNER, Lafayette; three step-daughters Jane MECHLING, Argos, Marilyn FRY, Rochester, Diana PATCH, Holland, Mich; one step-son Keith PATCH, Osteen, Fla., seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, seven step-grandchidren; four step-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Dorothy STRINGFELLOW, Goshen. He was

preceded in death by a granddaughter Debra ALLISON in 1965 and two sisters Velora McCOY and Lois SAUSAMAN.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m Thursday at the Argos Bible Church, Argos, with the Revs. Mark FISHBURN and Hubert CLEVENGER officiating Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, from 2 to 4 p.m and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, and at the church one hour prior to the services.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Argos Bible Church, Argos.

Anthony T. Sundy

Dec. 7, 1915 - Dec. 15, 1996

Anthony T “Tony” SUNDY, 81, Logansport, died at 10:30 p.m. Sunday at Logansport Memorial Hospital. Born in Logansport to Michael and Angeline CAPPOLI SUNDY, he married Ruth C. ALBRECHT on Aug. 31, 1940, in St Vincent Church, Logansport. She survives.

He was the retired owner of Bowlmor Lanes and had also been employed by Palumbo Distributing Company. He was a member of All Saints Catholic Church where he sang in the choir. He was a member and former trustee of William Paca Lodge, Order of Sons of Italy in Amarica, Eagles Lodge and the Knights of Columbus. He was a Logansport High School Berry Booster and for many years attended LHS baseall games He was also a member of the Iron Horsemen Barbershop Chorus. For many years he played Santa Claus with his sister, Addie HATTEN, playig Mrs. Claus.

Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Sandy and husband Nicholas HIPSKIND, Bloomington, Barbara WINTER, Logansport; five grandchildren Heidi and Matt WISEN, Nikki and Joe HUFF, Andy HIPSKIND, Amy WINTER and Kim WINTER, two great-grandchildren, Luke and Sam WISEN; four sisters Mary BESSIGNANO, Anderson, Virginia CROW, Addie and husband Emerson HATTEN, all of Logansport; and Lucy GRIFFITH, South Bend. He was preceded in death by two brothers, August and Jim [SUNDY].

Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at All Saints Catholic Church with the Revs. Donald GROSS and Leo HAIGERTY officiating Burial will be in Ever-Rest Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 1-8 p.m today at Kroeger Funeral Home, 711 E. Market St., Logansport, where the rosary will be recited at 4:30 p.m. and a William Paca service will be held at 7 p.m.

Memorial contriutions may be made to All Saints School and Cass County Heart Fund.

Wednesday, December 18, 1996

Gaylord Mosher

Gaylord MOSHER, 75, Akron, died at 11:24 p.m. Tuesday at the Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Sylvester Hedington

Sylvester HEDINGTON, 87, Warsaw, died at 11:15 p.m. Tuesday at the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana at Fort Wayne.

Arrangements are pending at the King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Sucevilla F. Rodgers

May 18, 1912 - Dec. 114, 1998

Sucevilla F. RODGERS, 84, Plymouth, died at 4:45 p.m Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth

Born in Prentice, Miss., to Daniel and Annie PRICE FAIRLEY, she married Curtis RODGERS, who died in 1980. She lived in the Montrey area and in the Chicago area prior to moving to Plymouth in 1982. She was a retired clothing sales clerk at Carres Clothing Store, Chicago.

She is survived by eight grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; five nieces and three nephews. She was preceded in death by one son, William LEWIS, and two brothers.

Services will be at 2 pm. Thursday at Bonine Funeral Home, 104 Lakeshore Dr., Culver. Burial will be in Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey. There is no visitation.

Thursday, December 19, 1996

Sylvester W. Hedington

Jan. 24, 1909 - Dec. 17, 1996

Sylvester W. “Chub” HEDINGTON, 87, died at 11:15 p.m. Tuesday at the Luthera Hospital of Indiaa Fort Wayne.

Born in Kosciusko County to John and Myrtle VANPHERSON HEDINGTON, he married Flo SHOEMAKER on Dec. 7, 1932 in Warsaw; she survives. He was a farmer and also drove a school bus for 29 years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Frank (Martha) YATES, Warsaw, Mrs. Larry (Nancy) MELLOTT, Etna Green; one son, Joe and wife Linda HEDINGTON, Waraw; six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren; one brother, Noble and wife Faye HEDINGTON, Pierceton. He was preceded in death by a brother, Noel HEDINGTON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m Friday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Don POYSER officiating. Burial wil be in Palestine Cemetery, Palestine. Vsitation is from 4-8 p.m today at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Gaylord Mosher

Aug. 11, 1921 - Dec. 17, 1996

Gaylord MOSHER, 75, Akron, died at 11:24 p.m Tuesday in the emergency room at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Born in Rock Island, Ill., to Alfonzo and Ora Belle HUNT MOSHER, he married Nellie STERK on May 13, 1952 in Chicago. She died Feb. 15, 1996. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the Army and was retired from Bay State Abrasive, North Manchester.

He is survived by a sister, Beverly ROCK, Rock Island, Ill. He was preceded in death by two sisters and a brother.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Douglas WITT officiating. Burial will be in Akron Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Mary M. VanDerWEELE

Feb. 9, 1914 - Dec. 17, 1996

Mary M. VanDerWEELE, 82, formerly of Argos, died at Evanston Hospital Hospice, Evanston, Ill.

Born in Ohio to Patrick J. and Catherine SHUE FUREY, she married Gerald William VanDerWEELE, who died in 1962. She was a homemaker and a 10-year member of the Elk Grove Senior Citizens Center. She had lived in Elk Grove Village, Ill., ad Mount Prospect, Ill.

She is survived by a daughter, Donna Marie VanDerWEELE PUTZ; a son William Rodger VanDerWEELE; five gradchildren, Debra Lynn WEINEL, Brian William VanDerWEELE, Lori Ann VanDerWEELE, Glen Thomas VanDerWEELE, Daniel William PUTZ; two great-grandchildren, William WEINEL and Jonathon WEINEL. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret E. GAST.

Graveside services are at 1 p.m. Friday at the Crown Hill Cemetery, Knox. where she will be buried. Visitation is after 11 a.m. through noon Friday at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Memorial contriutions may be made to the Hospice of the North Shore, Evanston, Ill.

Ted C. Frey

April 28, 1920 - Dec. 18, 1996

Ted C. FREY, 76, Logansport, died at 2:25 p.m. Wednesday a his residence.

Born in Miami County to G.L. and Mildred CONN FREY, he married Eileen JONES on May 11, 1942 at Biloxi, Miss.; she survives. He was a 1938 graduate of Washington Township School and had retired from the U.S. Air Force as a major in 1962 after 21 years of service. He was an aircraft mechanic and pilot during World War II. He had also worked at Jackson-Kitchel, was a barber, and had worked in civil service at Grissom Air Force Base. He was a member of Anoka United Methodist Church, Logansport Eagles Lodge 323, American Legion Post 60 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3790; a member of the B-29 Association, the 7th Bomb Wing Division, and was one of the first members of the Strategic Air Command.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Debbie FREY, Logansport, Donna and husband Paul McGAUGHEY, Rochester; a son, Randy and wife Patti FREY, Indianapolis; four grandchildren, Tina and Kyle McGAUGHEY, Abigail and Chandler FREY; a sister, Carrol Lou DOZIER, Indianapolis; three brothers, Conn FREY, Walton, Neal FREY, Logansport, and Kent FREY, Kokomo. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Cathy FREY, and a sister.

Services are at 10:30 a.m Saturday at McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, 1603 East Broadway St., Logansport, with Rev. Rob NELSON officiating Burial will be in Rock Creek Cemetery, Logansport, with full military graveside rites. Visitation is from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Anoka United Methodist Church.

Friday, December 20, 1996

Naomi Furnivall

Naomi FURNIVALL, 64, 329 W. 8th St., Rochester, died at 9:35 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital. Arragements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Roger C. Swanson

July 30, 1932 - Dec. 19, 1996

Roger C. SWANSON, 64, Nyona Lake and Tampa, Fla., died at 7:25 a.m. Thursday at Brandon Memorial Hospital, Brandon, Fla.

Born in Twelve Mile to Clarence C. and Hazel D. SLIFER SWANSON, he married Rosemary L. RHODES on Sept. 6, 1952 at the home of the late Rev. C.F.GOLDEN near Denver. She survives.

He graduated from Twelve Mile High School in 1950 and was a Korea War veteran. He was a former Cass County Highway supervisor and agent for Logansport Metal Culvert Co., Logansport. He was a member of the Over The Hill Gang, Twelve Mile, Royal Center Masonic Lodge, Royal Center, and the Scottish Rite, Fort Wayne Valley, Fort Wayne

In addition to his wife he is survived by two daughters Teresa HOAGLAND, Cape Coral, Fla., Chris TOWNSEND, Twelve Mile; one son Jeff SWANSON, Twelve Mile, five grandchildren, two step-grandchildren; and three aunts Clarice SWANK, Twelve Mile, Ethel PETTIT, Tampa, Fla., and Mildred SLIFER, Swayzee.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with the Rev. Mark METZ officiatig. Burial is in Mount Carmel Cemetery, Twelve Mile. Vsitation is from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Harold L. Poorman

May 13, 1922 - Dec. 18, 1996

Harold L. POORMAN, 74, Fulton, died at 12:22 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, Logansport.

Born in Fulton to William J. and Zilphia L. REED POORMAN, he married Alpha J WILLS on June 5, 1953 in Rochester. She survives. He was a member of the Logansport Eagles Lodge 323.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a daughter Debra Kay SHAFFER, Fulton; a grandson Jamison A. SHAFFER, Fulton, one sister Helen KALEY, Park Rapids, Minn.; several nieces and nephews; and friends Patty and Lee SHAFER. He was preceded in death by one sister Mary Jean CLELAND.

Services are at 1:30 p.m Saturday at McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, 1603 East Broadway St., Logansport, with the Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery, Fulton. Visitation is from 1:30 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Saturday, December 21, 1996

Darl Shidler

Darl SHIDLER, 84, Kewanna, died at 6:28 p.m. Friday at Life Care Center.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home.

Naomi J. Furnivall

Jan. 31, 1932 - Dec. 20, 1996

Naomi Jean FURNIVALL, 64, 329 West Eighth St., died at 9:35 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital. She had been in failing health for six years.

She was born in Morocco to Chester and Edna HOWELL CARPENTER, who survive. On April 14, 1951 in Rocheter she married Donald H. FURNIVALL who survives She worked for Torin Corp., now Lau, for 22 years. She attnded the Rochester Church of God and was a 16-year member of the Fulton County C.B. Club. She was also a member of U.A.W. No. 947. She lived most of her life in the Rochester community

Surviving with her husband are three sons, Randall H. and Kathy S. FURNIVAL, Richard A. and Kathy . FURNIVALL, and Ronald G. and Tina M. FURNIVALL, all of Rochester; seven gradchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Roy (Joan) McCLELLAN, and Mrs. David (Linda S.) SCOTT, both of Rochester; two brothers, Dale CARPENTER, Kewanna, and James W. and Patsy CARPENTER, Akron, and nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Fueral Home with Pastor Larry PYEATT officiating. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-5:30 p.m. Sunday and after 9 a.m. Monday.

Monday, December 23, 1996

Darl E Shidler

Feb. 12, 1909 - Dec. 20, 1996

Darl E. SHIDLER, 87, Kewanna, died at 6:28 p.. Friday at the Life Care Center of Rochester.

Born to Henry and Lottie BUCK SHIDLER in Thornhope, he married Olive L. COCHRAN, who survives, on May 9, 1933 in Crown Point.

Shidler was a retired Penn-Central Railroad section foreman. He was a member of the Maintenance of Way Employees.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughtr, Darlene BIRD, Chicago, one sister, Olive FISHER, nine grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sons, one sister and five brothers.

Services are at 1 p.m Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger Kewanna Chapel with the Dr. Douglas A. BLANC officiating. Burial will be at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. Tuesday until time of service.

Tuesday, December 24, 1996

Lois F. Hubbard

Former Rochester residet Lois F. HUBBARD died at 3:15 a.m. today at Mason Heath Care Center, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Fueral Home.

Paul F. Watson

Paul F. WATSON, 92, 155 N. Lake Drive, Leesburg, Fla., died Monday in Florida.

A teacher, he was born in Huntington County and moved to Leesburg from Rochester in 1970. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Eustis, Fla., Pine Meadows Golf and Country Club, Eustis Elks Lodge and Mid-Florida Lakes Village Club, Leesburg.

Survivors include his wife, Betty L. WATSON, Leesburg, two daughers, Mrs. Sandra SCHAFER, Tacomic, Conn., Mrs. Yvonne SOWERS, Elizabeth City, N.C.; one sister, Mrs. Myrneth MODLIN, Marietta, Ga., one step-brother, Dr. Lowell JENNINGS, Brevard, N.C., nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

James Van Buskirk

Jan. 13, 1907 - Dec. 23, 1996

James Van BUSKIRK, 89, 7192 West 1000 North Lukens Lake, Roann, died at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Roann, he married Vera Friederika GRAY on March 20, 1932 in Pekn, Ill. She died in 1987. He was a graduate of Arsenal Tech High School, Indianapolis, and Antioch College, Yellow Springs, Ohio.

He was a member of the Wabash Presbyterian Church, a 68-year member. Past Master, Treasurer and Secretary of the Roann Masonic Lodge, a member of Wabash York Rite Bodies, Fort Wayne Scottish Rite and Mizpah Shrine and the Wabash Shrine Club.

He started Van Buskirk Insurance Agency in 1931 and was an officer and director of the Roann State Exchange Bank and a director and treasurer of the National Plowing Contest in 1953.

He served on the Wabash County Hospital Board, the Wabash County School Reorganization Committee and was a charter member and past president of the Roann Lions Club. He was director and treasurer of the Roann Community Foundation and dirctor and treasurer of Roanm Medical and Postal Building Corp.

Survivors include two daughters Eleanor DRAPER, Roann, and Mrs Ross (Priscilla) BURDGE, Akron. One sister preceded in death.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service Roann Chapel with the Revs. Don WAGSTAFF and Lawrence SEE officiating. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Thursday at the Roann Chapel.

Charles W. Martin

Oct. 9, 1926 - Dec. 23, 1996

Charles Willard MARTIN, 70, 937 Park St., Rochester, died at 2:55 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Ellicottville, N.Y. to Charles F. and Anna R. DAHLKE MARTIN, he married Doris E. PLUCKER in March, 1948. She died Dec. 27, 1989. He lived in Rochester for the past six years after living most of his life in southern Michigan and northern Indiana.

He retired as an independent trucker in 1985. Durig World War II he served i the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theater. He was a member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Survivors iclude his mother, Anna R. MARTIN, Plymouth; one daughter, Mrs. Dennis (Charlotte) ARNOLD, Buchanan, Mich.; five sons, Ehler D and Barbara MARTIN, Rochester, Alan F and Donna MARTIN, Argos, Charles B. and Diane MARTIN, Argos, Anthony R. MARTIN, Elkhart and John A. and Brenda MARTIN, Montrose, Colo.; twnty-eight grandchildren and six great-gradchildren. Preceding in death along with his father and wife are one daughter Virtue L. PERRY, one son Edwin L. MARTIN and one brother, John W. MARTIN.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester with the Rev. James F RRTEZINGER officiatig Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth, with visitaion from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. The Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion of Plymouth will conduct graveside rites.

Wednesday, December 25, 1996

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Thursday, December 26, 1996

Dewey Damron

Dewey DAMRON, 58, Peru, died at 6 p.m. Wednesday at his home.

His death is under the investigatiom of the Miami County Deputy Coroner. Arrangments are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Cheryl L. Cunningham

Cheryl L. CUNNINGHAM, 50, Rochester, died at 11:28 p.m. Wednesday at her residence of natural causes.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Lois F. Hubbard

July 19, 1903 - Dec. 24, 1996

Lois F. HUBBARD, 93, Warsaw, died at 3:15 a.m.Tuesday at the Mason Health Care Center, Warsaw.

Born to Frank and Edith HOLLOWAY ARTER in Akron, she married the late Roy A HUBBARD on April 19, 1919.

She was a retired nurses aide who had worked for Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester, Dukes Hospital, Peru, and Parkview Hospital, Plymouth. She attended the Talma United Methodist Church, and was a member of the United Methodist Women.

She lived most of her life in Talma, Tiosa and Rochester.

Survivors include two daughters Virginia SURGUY, Warsaw, Bonnie SHAFER, Warsaw; one daughter-in-law, Nina HUBBARD, Rochester; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Preceding in death with her husband were one son, Fred HUBBARD; a grandchild, Jean Ann RUTLEDGE; and one sister, Fern BARR.

Services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Rev. Jean McCAN will officiate. Burial will be at the Reichter Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday and from 9-11 a.m. Saturday before the service.

Kathryn E Felke

Sept. 10, 1912 - Dec. 24, 1996

Kathryn E. FELKE, 84, Plymouth, died at 3:50 a.m. Tuesday in the Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home.

Born to Christian and Rebecca WILLIAMS EMIGH in Culver, she married the late Joseph A. FELKE, Sr. on June 12, 1933 in Plymouth.

A lifelong Marshall County resident, she graduated from the Culver High School in 1928. She worked as a secretary for Culver Schools until her marriage. She was a homemaker and a co-owner of Felke Florist and Greenhouse in Plymouth with her husband.

She was a member of the St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, Delta Theta Tau Sorority, the Women of the Moose and the Order of the Eastern Star.

Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Sue and Richard HAND, Pentwater, Mich., a son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Linda FELKE, Plymouth, four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, a sister, Rebecca BARTLETT, Dayton, Ohio, and a niece.

Preceding in death with her husband are four sisters and three brothers.

Services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, Plymouth. Father David VOORS will officiate. Burial will be in Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday.

Lucy E. Boettjer

Dec. 22, 1920 - Dec. 24, 1996

Lucy E. BOETTJER, 76, Peru, died at 10:06 a.m. Tuesday at Millers Merry Manor Nursing Home, Peru.

Born to Lucy (YATES) ANDREWS GIBSON in Peru, she married the late Glen BOETTJER in November 1942.

She was a retired registered nurse from Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru. She was a memvber of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Peru, and the Women of the Moose.

Survivors include one son, Glen BOETTJER, Cincinnati, Ohio, two daughters, Cindy VROOMAN, Peru, Debra EILER, Peru, one brother, Clifton ANDREWS, Charlotte, N.C., one sister, Joane MOORE, McFarland, N.C., eleven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband are two daughters and four brothers.

Services are schedued for 11:30 a.m. Friday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru. Pastor Robert Koch will officiate. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today. Burial will be at Luthera Cemetery, Peru.

Friday, December 27, 1996

Dewey Damron

May 8, 1938 - Dec. 25, 1996

Dewey DAMRON, 58, Peru, died at 6 p.m. Wednesday at his home.

Born to Bert and Audele HOWARD DAMRON in Prestonsburg, Ky., he lived most of his life in the Fulton County area.

He married the late June Alice HOCKETT on June 30, 1979. He had previously married and divorced Bertha HALE.

He was a machinist and set-up maintenance machinist for several years for Fulton Industries, Rochester.

He was a member of the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Rochester, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Rochesterand Peru, and the Moose Lodge, Peru.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Joe (Audie) RODRGUEZ, Warsaw, Mrs. Martin (Sandra) BALDWIN, Peru, three sons, Dewayne K. DAMRON, Pampa, Texas, Sam HALE, Warsaw, Junior HALE, North Webster, seven sisters, [Judes CROUSSORE, Rochester, Mrs. Harrold (Annie) LEWIS, Macy, Mrs. Richard (Beatrice) GILLILAND, Rochester, Dottie MAYHEW, Warsaw, Mrs. Ed (Lottie) SMOKER, Rochester, Mrs Jim (Ellen) CONLEY, Rochester, Mrs. Marty (Sue) SHUEY, Rensselaer]; one brother [and sister-in-law, Carl and Rachel DAMRON, Rocheser], eleven grandchildren and Ines C HICKS, a special companion of 35 years.

Preceding in death with his wife [are his mother, in 1971, father, in 1972, his wife, in 1992, a son, Bert Richard DAMRON, in 1986, and five brothers, Luther DAMRON, in 1935, Clifford DAMRON, in 1940, Eddie DAMRON, in 1946, Johnny DAMRON in 1948, and Burl DAMRON, in 1971].

Services are scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester Pastor Richard THOMPSON will officiate. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday and after 1 p.m. Saturday until services. Burial will be at the Rochester Citizens Cemetery.Barbara I. Matthewson

Barbara L. MATTHEWSON, 76, Monterey, died at 9:55 p.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County, Plymouth, following an illess.

Arrangements are pending at the Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Cheryl L. Cunningham

June 19, 1946 - Dec. 25, 1996

Cheryl L. CUNNINGHAM, 50, Rochester, died at 11:28 p.m. Wednesday, at her home.

Born to Paul ad Unice LAWRENCE JACKSON in Monmouth, Ill., she married Robert CUNNINGHAM.

She had worked as a Nurses Aide at LifeCare Center of Rochester until she became ill.

She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Gina L. HOCHSTEDLER, Rochester, one son and daughter-in-law, Robert G and Jennifer CUNNINGHAM, Fort Wayne, two sisters, Karen SIMON, Richland, Mo., Mary DEITSCHER, Lincoln, Ill., one brother, Stevie LAWRENCE, California, her father and step-mother, Paul and Jean LAWRENCE, Los Altos, Calif., one half-brother, Phillip LAWRENCE, Los Altos, Calif., and one grandson, Zachary DUNCAN, Rochester.

Graveside services are scheduled for 3 p.m. today at the Rochester Odd Fellows Cemetery. Rev. Jeffrey TAYLOR will officiate.

Margaret L. Rees

Nov. 21, 1892 - Dec. 25, 1996

Margaret L. REES, 104, Lafayette, died at 3:15 p.m. Wednesday at the Gentle Care Health Center, Lafayette.

Born in Rochester, Rees was a graduate of Rochester High School and studied nursing at Chicago Poly Clinic.

Never married, she worked as a nurse and was a member of the Chicago Protestant Womens Club.

She was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters.

Services are at the Soller-Baker Funeral Home, 400 Twyckonham Blvd., Lafayette. Burial will be at the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester, at a later date.

Billy B. Barkman

Aug. 21, 1929 - Dec. 25, 1996

Billy B. BARKMAN, 67, Mishawaka, died Wednesday at St. Joseph Community Hospital, Mishawaka.

Survivors include his wife, Audrey M. BARKMAN, one son, Wyatt J. BARKMAN, Mishawaka, one sister, Ruthie McHENRY, California, and one brother, Horace RUMSEY, Texas.

Services are scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at the Bubb Funeral Chapel North, 3910 N. Main St., Mishawaka. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Saturday, December 28, 1996

Anna Tisco

July 30, 1911 - Dec. 27, 1996

Anna TISCO, 85, formerly of 13150 Pearl St., Southgate, Mich., died at 4:45 p.m. Friday at the Life Care Center Nursing Home, Rochester.

She was born to William and Jennie CHOMASHION MACK in Tononto, Canada. She was a head waitress for the Holiday Inn, Dearborn, Mich., for 25 years. She had been at the Life Care Center Nursing Home, Rochester, since 1994.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Marjorie) LUDWIG, Rochester; two sons, William A. TISCO, Mecosta, Mich., Raymond P. TISCO, Dearborn, Mich., seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her parents is a brother, Peter MACK.

Private family services are scheduled for 5 p.m. today at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be at the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester.

Monday December 30, 1996

Barbara I. Matthewson

Sept. 7, 1920 - Dec. 26, 1996

Barbara I. MATTHEWSON, 76, Monterey, died at 9:55 p.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Hospital, Plymouth.

Born in Cross Village, Mich., she married August OLSEN in Chicago, Ill.; he died in 1968. She then married Sam MATTHEWSON in 1973; he died in 1986. She had been a resident of the Monterey area for 20 years, having come from Chicago. She was a member of the Lutheran Church, Chicago.

She is survived by a son, Dennis G OLSEN, Oak Forest, Ill.; a grandson, Christopher OLSEN, Oak Forest, Ill.; and two sisters in Seattle, Wash.

Services will be at the Chapel Hill Cemetery Chapel, Worth, Ill. at 2 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in the Chapel Hill Cemetery, Worth. There will be no visitation. Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, is in charge of arrangements.

Donnis C. Fisher

Dec. 28, 19804 - Dec. 27, 1996

Donnis C. FISHER, 91, formerly of Mentone, died at 6:10 p.m. Friday at Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Born in Mentone to Alpheus and Myrtle BROWN SMITH, she married Charles M. FISHER on May 15, 1925 in Warsaw. He died May 9, 1988. She was a homemaker who had lived most of her life in the Mentone and Tippecanoe area.

She is survived by three daughters, Marjorie BUSWELL, Walkerton, Lena COPLEN, Tippecanoe, and Mrs. Robert (Dorothy) TOWN, Bluffton, Ohio; eleven grandchildren thirteen great-gradchildren; one sister Delta SMELSER, Mentone; five brothers, George SMITH, Fish Lake, Estel, Marion, Frank and Leonard SMITH, al of Mentone. She was preceded in death by one grandson Douglas COPLEN, two sisters and three brothers.

Services were at 1 p.m. Today at the Grossman Funeral Home, Argos with the Rev. Jerry KISSINGER officiating., Burial was in Tippecanoe Cemetery, Tippecanoe. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, was in charge of arrangements.

Esther E. Musselman

Jan. 25, 1916 -Dec. 29, 1996

Esther Ellen MUSSELMAN, 80, Twelve Mile, died at 7:27 a.m. Sunday at Chase Center, Logansport.

Born in Vermillion County, Ill to Swan and Clara Ann WERNIGK PEARSON, she married Firman H. MUSSELMAN on Feb. 6, 1937 in Plymouth. He died Oct. 14, 1976. She had worked at Gossard Company for several years and at General Tire, Logansport, for 28 years retiring in 1981. She was a 1938 graduate of Twelve Mile High School and a member of the Yorktown Road Church of Christ, Logansport.

She is survived by four sisters-in-law, Faye Etta PEARSON, Royal Centr, Jeanette PEARSON, Rensselaer, Retha PEARSON, Rochester, and Virginia SULLIVAN, Arkansas. In addition to her husband, she was prceded in death by one son Dr. Steven A. MUSSELMAN; one sister Agnes L. ULERICK; four brothers Glen, Harry, Laurence and Clark PEARSON.

Services are at 1:30 p.m Tuesday at the Yorktown Church of Christ, Logansport, with Charles REISER officiating. Burial will be in Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the McClain Funeral Home, Denver, and from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

Claretta M. Shepherd

July 15, 1929 - Dec. 29, 1996

Caretta M. SHEPHERD, 67, formerly of Kokomo, died at 6:15 a.m. Sunday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Plymouth to Russell and Clara McGOWEN MIKELS, she married the late Frederick SHEPHERD, Sr. She was a telephone switchboard operator for St. Joseph Hospital, Kokomo, for the last 13 years and had been an employee of the Rochester Telephone Company for many years. She had lived in the Rochester area most of her life.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Paul (Sharon) DARST, Kewanna, Mrs. Steven (Debbie Ann) FOUST, Charlotte, N.C.; one son Frederick SHEPHERD, Jr., Rochester; five grandchildren, Emily N. SHEPHERD, North Carolina; Georgette, Heather, Heidi SHEPHERD, all of Rochester, Katherine FOUST, Charlotte, N.C.; two sisters, Mrs. Alfred P. (Jane TIPPY) SIBERT, Rochester, Sue Ann BEATTIE, Ft. Myers, Fla.; and one brother Mike MIKELS, Pompano Beach, Fla. She was preceded in death by a grandson Frederick DARST and a brother in infancy.

Private famiy services will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with the Pastor Richard THOMPSON officiating. Burial will be in Moon Ceetery, west of Rochester. Visitation is from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Elizabeth McKee

Sept. 3, 1911 - Dec. 28, 1996

Elizabeth “Betty” McKEE 85, died at Thurston Woods Village, Sturgis, Mich.

Born in Constantine, Mich., to Herbert and Floy MUIRHEAD MASON, she married Warren S. McKEE on April 23, 1932, in Waterloo, Iowa. He preceded her in death on Dec. 28, 1989. She graduated from high school in Toledo, Iowa in 1932, was a homemaker and helped on the family farm She was a member of the Colon United Methodist Church, the Colon United Methodist Women, and the St. Joseph County Farm Bureau.

She is survived by two daughters, Kathryn McKEE, Kalamazoo, Mich., Mrs. Ralph (Janet) SMITH, Port Richey, Fla; one son John W. McKEE, D.V.M., Rocheter and Akron; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services and interment will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Constantine Cemetery, Mich., with the Rev. Ray D. FLESSNER of the Colon United Methodist Church officiating. There is no visitation. Schipper Funeral Home, Ltd. is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may vbe made to the Colon United Methodist Church.

Tuesday, December 31, 1996

William E. Gooch

Oct. 14, 1901 - Dec. 30, 1996

William E. “Joe” GOOCH, 95, Rochester, died at 10:20 p.m. Monday at Life Care Center.

Born to Andrw Jackson and Laura Belle HOLTZCLAW GOOCH, he married Alva Mae DeLONG on June 14, 1924 in Kokomo. She died Oct. 4, 1975. He owned the W.E. Gooch Road Construction Company, Rochester. He was a member of Rensselaer Masonic Lodge, South Bend Scottish Rite and Fort Wayne Mizpah Shrine.

He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. William (Barbara) CESSNA, Bruce Lake; three grandchildren Deb CESSNA, West Lafayette, Mrs. Tim (Jan) BRUCE, Remington, Mrs. Kevin (Kim) HAZLETT, Rochester; six great-grandchildren; and one sister Mrs. Alene HALLOCK, Henderdsonville, N.C. He was preceded in death by one granddaughter Denise Ann CESSNA, three brothers and two sisters.

Private famiy services will be Thursday at the Zimmerman Famiy Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be in Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation is from 12 to 2 p.m. Thursday.

Arthur Gerlach

Jan. 22, 1897 - Dec. 30, 1996

Arthur GERLACH, 99, formerly of Royal Center, died at 10:32 a.m. Monday at Pulaski Health Care Center.

Born in White County to George and Mary EINIG GERLACH, he married Glenn BONNELL in November, 1924, in Hammond. She died in November, 1949. On Dec. 24, 1950 in Logansport, he married Freida V. MONTGOMERY BAIR, who survives. A retired farmer and plumber, he was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Father’s Auxiliary and the Masonic Lodge, both of Winamac.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons Charles Darl GERLACH, Logansport, and George GERLACH, Monticello; a step-son Richard BAIR, Logansport; one daughter-in-law Marie GERLACH, Logansport; fourteen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and one sister Monica GUNDRUM, Rochester. He was preceded in death by two sons, one grandchild, one brother and five sisters.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at the McCloskey-Hamilton-Gundrum Funeral Home, 1603 East Broadway St., Logansport, with Father Donald L. GROSS officiating. Burial is in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Star City. Visitation is from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Albert W. Schmidt

Dec. 6, 1911 - Dec. 30, 1996

Albert W. SCHMIDT, 85, died at 12:50 a.m. Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Peru.

Born in Peru to Carl and Augusta BUTZIN SCHMIDT, he married Ruth E. WIDNER on Dec. 6, 1930. She died July 26, 1988. He lived all his life in the Peru area and was a mechanical superintendent for the Peru Daily Tribune before he retired. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Peru.

He is survived by one daughter Nancy and husband Kenneth REIBLY, Nyona Lake; one son Albert “Bill” and wife Sharon SCHMIDT, Valrico, Fla.; five grandsons James A. SCHMIDT, Belton, S.C, Steven D. SCHMIDT, Florida, William P. REIBLY, Seattle, Wash., Samuel J. REIBLY, Burkburnett, Texas, Dr. Jon E. REIBLY, Peru; four granddaughers, Kristi J. MENENDEZ, Florida, Karen L. PASLEY, Mary L. BETZNER, both of Peru, and Ruth Ann HART, Rochester He was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West 3rd St., Peru, with the Rev. George McCARTY officiating. Burial is in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church, Peru.