FULTON COUNTY INDIANA

OBITUARIES

2003

Rochester Sentinel

Jean C. and Wendell C. Tombaugh

TOMBAUGH HOUSE

700 Pontiac Street

Rochester, Indiana 46975-1538

2004

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The Rochester Sentinel

2003

Thursday, January 2, 2003

Charles A. Burns

Nov. 14, 1931 – Dec. 31, 2002

Charles A. BURNS, 71, 6542 S. Old U.S. 31, Macy, died at 1:45 a.m. Tuesday at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital, Carmel.

Born in Peru to Charles R. and Rosemary HAWKINS BURNS, he married Marjorie GILL Nov. 9, 1951, in Logansport. She survives.

Mr. Burns was a 1950 graduate of Peru High School and attended Indiana State Technical School, Kokomo. He and his brother, Dan, founded Burns Construction Co., Macy, in 1969. He retired in 1996. He was a member of Elks Lodge 2120, Manitou Moose Lodge 1107, both of Rochester, Daytona Beach, Fla., Bridge Club, and the Delco Dance Club, Kokomo. He participated in the Indiana Auto Auction, Fort Wayne, and was a member of Subway Alumni Association of Notre Dame University, South Bend, and the Elks Golf Team, Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are four daughters, Charlene HARRISON and husband Terry, Denver, Vickey HECKERT, Virginia Beach, Virg., Valerie FLENAR and husband Brett, Akron, and Annie HENDRIX and husband David, Port Orange, Fla.; one son, Charles E. [BURNS], Daytona Beach, Fla.; 12 grandchildren, Laura and Kelli HARRISON, Daniel RICHARDS, Mandy CORTESE, Faith and Christian HECKERT, Melanie HELTON, Brian, Matthew and Jessica FLEBAR and Taylor and Tessa HENDRIX; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Dan [BURNS] and wife Marilyn, Denver, and Larry [BURNS], Denver.

Preceding in death were his parents.

Services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Dan MUNDT officiating. Burial will be at Mud Lake Chapel Cemetery, Macy. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, 1795 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260.

Larry T. Wilson

Feb. 6, 1936 – Jan. 1, 2003

Larry Thomas WILSON, 66, Peru, died at 12:05 a.m. Wednesday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in Kokomo to Floyd Clarence and Eva Pauline BROWN WILSON, he married Martha Lorraine BRADLEY Feb. 14, 1960, in Kokomo. She died May 28, 2002.

Mr. Wilson served in the U.S. Army. He retired from Chrysler Corp. in 1993 and was a member of Peru Moose Lodge and United Auto Workers Union 685, Kokomo.

Survivors include three sons, Grant Thomas [WILSON] and wife Teresa, Rochester, Bradley

Thomas [WILSON] and wife Carman, Peru, James Patrick [WILSON] and wife Kari, Denver; one daughter, Marie Eileen SELDERS and husband Bob, Memphis, Tenn.; six grandchildren, Sarah STILLWELL, and Ashley, Brooke, Connor, Shea and Skyler WILSON; five brothers, Bob, Gary and Dave WILSON, all of Kokomo, and Clyde and Mark [WILSON], both of California; four sisters, Maureen COMWELL, Sue MASSEY, Nancy SLOAN and Carol STREEBIN, all of Kokomo.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, two brothers, Jim and Junior WILSON, and one sister, Mary COURAN.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Jeff GRAHAM officiating. Burial will be at Westlawn Cemetery, Denver. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Floyd C. Gearhart

Floyd C. GEARHART, 88, formerly of 420 Central St., Akron, died at 12:48 a.m. today at St. Frances Hospital, Beach Grove.

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

Robert R. Mitchell

Robert R. MITCHELL, 63, 602 Northgate Circle, died at 5 a.m. Wednesday at Howard Community Hospital, Kokomo.

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

Friday, January 3, 2003

Dr. Robert L. Burton

Nov. 27, 1944 – Jan. 2, 2003

Dr. Robert L. BURTON, 58, died at 1:55 a.m. Thursday at his Goodland residence.

Born in Logansport to Lincoln E. and Lucille ZUCK BURTON, he married Delores McKINLEY Feb. 9, 1969. She survives.

Dr. Burton was a graduate of Purdue University Veterinary Program and the University of Minnesota. He worked in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corp. from 1968 to 1980 and served in the Indiana National Guard from 1980 to 1996. He owned and operated a veterinary practice in Remington and Kentland from 1980 to 2002. He was a member of Remington United Methodist Church, the American Veterinary Medical Association, Indiana Veterinary Association, Jasper County Board of Health, City Farmers and Tri-County Future Farmers of America Advisory Board.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are his mother, Lucille ZUCK BURTON, Rochester; two sons, Dr. Lance BURTON and wife Belinda, Auburn, Scott BURTON and wife Jeanne, Monticello; three grandchildren, Reid, Marie and Nicholas BURTON; one brother, Wendell [BURTON] and wife Beth, Rochester; and one sister, Luella HILL and husband John, Falls Church, Va.

Preceding in death was his father.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Remington United Methodist Church with Rev. Jacqueline FOLEY officiating. Burial will be at Goodland Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Sunday at Stitz Funeral Home, 9 North St., Remington. Memorials may be made to United Methodist Church Camp Scholarships Fund.

Anna V. Hartman

May 19, 1918 – Dec. 31, 2002

Anna V. HARTMAN, 84, Indianapolis, formerly of Rochester, died Tuesday at Brandywine Nursing Home, Greenfield.

Born in Rochester to Virgil and Fleetie CRIPPEN KING, she married Richard J. HARTMAN. He preceded her in death.

Mrs. Hartman was a homemaker and a teacher in Fulton County. She graduated from Ball State University in 1938.

Survivors include three daughters, Judy McEVOY, Indianapolis, Sue DUNLEVY and Lette JONES, both of Greenfield; seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Luella EMERY and Alice FRIEDRICH, both of Rochester; and one brother, Lyman KING, Rochester.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Flanner & Buchanan Funeral Center, 10722 E. Washington St., Indianapolis, with Rev. Hubert NOLEN officiating. Burial will be at Washington Park East Cemetery, Indianapolis. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Crisis Pregnancy Center of Hancock County.

Floyd C. Gearhart

May 6, 1914 – Jan. 2, 2003

Floyd C. GEARHART, 88, Village Oaks Assisted Living, Indianapolis, formerly of 420 Central St., Akron, died at 12:48 a.m. Thursday at St. Frances Hospital, Beach Grove.

Born in Disko to Frank and Edna McPEAK GEARHART, he married Dorothy Marie KAMERER Nov. 12, 1942, in Springfield, Mo. She died in 1992.

Mr. Gearhart moved to Indianapolis after living most of his life in Fulton and Wabash counties. He was a manager at Treaty Elevator, Treaty, Ind. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, where he served in New Guinea and the Philippines.

Survivors include one daughter, Rebecca Ann MASON and husband James, Indianapolis; one son, James Arthur [GEARHART] and wife Barbara, Freemont, Mich.; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; five sisters, Opal L. GEARHART, Akron, Ruth MILLER and husband Charles and Dorothy ALGER and husband Ogden, all of North Manchester, Sharon MEENEN, Macy, and Joan HARRIS and husband Tom, Fulton; five brothers, Harold [GEARHART] and wife Bonnie, Indianapolis, Bill [GEARHART] and companion Sue DAINE, Athens, Roger [GEARHART] and wife Janet, Akron, Larry [GEARHART] and wife Donna, Fulton, and Dick [GEARHART] and wife Helen “Mickie,” Winamac.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, infant twin sisters and five brothers, Ray, Leonard, Donald, Leo and Max GEARHART.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Saturday, January 4, 2003

Robert R. Mitchell

April 3, 1939 – Jan. 1, 2003

Robert R. MITCHELL, 63, 602 Northgate Circle, died at 5 a.m. Wednesday at Howard Community Hospital, Kokomo.

Born in Kokomo, to Robert E. and Gwen MITCHELL, he came to Rochester from Kokomo in 1970.

Mr. Mitchell retired from the maintenance department at Rochester Metal Products in 1996 after 20 years. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 852, Rochester, and was a Kokomo High School graduate.

Survivors include one daughter, Valerie L. CARTER and husband Christopher, Martinez, Ga.; one son, Jonathon D. MITCHELL and wife LaDonna, Rochester; three grandchildren, Jasmine M. HUGHES, Georgia, and Joshua and Lindsay MITCHELL, both of Rochester.

Preceding in death were his parents, one sister, Kaye WILEY, and one brother, Michael MITCHELL.

Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Monday, January 6, 2003

Alice M. Danner

Feb. 21, 1918 – Jan. 5, 2003

Alice May DANNER, 84, 301 S. Main St., Bourbon, died at 4:09 a.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

Born in Mentone to Lot D. and Sarah JOHNSON ELLSWORTH, she married Glenn SECRIST in 1936. He died in 1968. She married William SCOTT in 1973. He died in 1982. She married Glenn DANNER July 20, 1985. He died in November, 1998.

Mrs. Danner moved to Bourbon from Mentone in 1973. She was a homemaker and worked at Cooper’s Dime Store, Mentone. She was a member of Bourbon First United Methodist Church, Bourbon American Legion Auxiliary and the Town and Country Home Economics Club.

Survivors include three daughters, Glenda McFARLAND, Ellen ELLIOTT and Serita WORKMAN, all of Bourbon; four sons, Jerry SECRIST and wife Mary and Ronald SECRIST and wife Dixie, all of Mentone, Larry SECRIST and wife Jean, Syracuse, and Steven SECRIST and wife Donita, Livingston, Texas; 17 grandchildren; 11 stepgrandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husbands were her parents, four sisters, Marie WORKMAN, Mary SARBER, Leota REINHOLTZ and Betty FLORY, and one brother, John ELLSWORTH.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Deaton Funeral Home, 115 S. Main St., Bourbon, with Rev. Robert RASCHKA officiating. Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Bourbon Emergency Medical Services.

Tuesday, January 7, 2003

Virginia A. Butt

Virginia A. BUTT, 82, died at 12:30 p.m. Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

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

Marcia Newcomb Smith

Sept. 17, 1932 - Jan. 1, 2003

Marcia NEWCOMB SMITH, 70, of rural Eureka, Ill., died at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1, at her home.

Born in Rochester to Carl B. and Alice LOWE NEWCOMB, she married Roger W. SMITH on May 15, 1957, in Culver. He died Dec. 30, 1993.

Mrs. Smith was a graduate of Rochester High School and Purdue University’s School of Pharmacy. She was owner and president for 42 years of W.R. Smith Drug Stores and Smith Surgical Supply, both of Peoria, Ill. She attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Peoria, Ill.

Surviving are four daughters, Cindi WEBB and husband Joe, Deer Creek, Ill., Lynne SEILER and husband T.J., Peg SMITH, and Kathryn CONNER and husband Bill, all of Peoria; one sister, Joanne NEWCOMB BENDALL, Rochester; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Services were Jan. 4 in Peoria. Burial was in Resurrection Cemetery, Peoria.

Memorials may be made to Methodist Hospice, 535 NE Glen Oak, Peoria, IL 61606.

Lawrence J. Ray

April 2, 1930 – Jan. 6, 2003

Lawrence Joseph RAY, 72, 309 W. South St., Argos, died at 8:50 a.m. Monday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Born in Hamden, Ohio, to Earl and Myrtle BRADLEY RAY, he married Sally ROBINSON Feb. 28, 1959, in Crown Point. She survives.

Mr. Ray was a union millwright for 48 years, retiring in 1992. He attended Gospel Hill Pentecostal Church, Silver Lake. He was a sergeant in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three daughters, Debbie SPOOR and husband Randy, Plymouth, Donna STILES and husband Jamie, Goose Creek, S.C., and Cheri HUNT and husband Don, Argos; three sons, Steve and John [RAY], both of Argos, and Tim [RAY], Plymouth; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two nieces and one nephew.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, Robert C. RAY.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Revs. Frank WHITTAKER and Robi WHITTAKER officiating. Burial will be at New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home or from noon until time of service.
Russell ‘Rusty’ Jackson Jr.

March 21, 1969 – Jan. 4, 2003

Russell “Rusty” JACKSON Jr., 33, Rogerville, Ala., formerly of Palestine, died Saturday at Parkway Medical Center, Decatur, Ala.

Born in Columbus, Ohio, to Russell and Bertha LAYTON JACKSON, he spent most of his life with his grandmother, Mertle DAMRON, prior to moving to Alabama. He was a member of Kosciusko County 4-H.

Survivors include his father, Russell JACKSON and wife Lisa, West Virginia; his mother, Bertha FRAME and husband John, Zanesville, Ohio; seven brothers, George [JACKSON] and wife Karen, Burket, David [JACKSON] and wife Jesse, Mentone, Donald [JACKSON] and wife Bo, West Virginia, Tim FRAME, Warsaw, Johnny FRAME, Zanesville, Ohio, Gary MOODY, Warsaw, and Brian MOODY, Zanesville, Ohio; four sisters, Serritha PETERSON and husband Pete, Zanesville, Ohio, Diana COLLIER and husband David, Virginia, Amy MOODY, Zanesville, Ohio, and Joyce JACKSON, West Virginia.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Victory Christian Fellowship Church, 112 W. Main St., North Manchester, with Rev. Tim MORBITZER officiating. Burial will be at Palestine Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the church.

Helen I. Benedict

Oct. 1, 1916 – Jan. 5, 2003

Helen I. BENEDICT, 86, Kokomo, formerly of Denver, died at 10:30 p.m. Sunday at Sycamore Village Healthcare Center, Kokomo.

Born in Fulton County, to Ralph Hugo and Emma May KUHN WALTERS, she married Lloyd W. BENEDICT March 25, 1936, in Peru. He died April 2, 1989.

Survivors include one son, DeWayne C. [BENEDICT] and wife Betty, Kokomo; three grandsons, Troy R., Brian L. and Scott A. BENEDICT; one granddaughter, Shawn R. BENEDICT; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one brother, Harold WALTERS, Lebanon; one sister, Thelma WARLICK, Elkhart.

Preceding in death with her husband were one son, Craig Lee [BENEDICT], one grandson, Mason D. BENEDICT, two sisters, Ruth YOUNT and Maxine KINLEY, and three brothers, Lester, Robert and Edward WALTERS.

Services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be at Westlawn Cemetery, Denver. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

A. Reed Collins

Oct. 7, 1942 – Dec. 31, 2002

A. Reed COLLINS, 60, died at 12:06 a.m. Dec. 31 at his residence in Indian Mound, Tenn.

Born in Indian Mound, Tenn., to Ruth HARDIN, he married Dorina PLOCH Sept. 24, 1962, in Shawnie Town, Ill. He married Peggy EADES June 23, 1986, in Springfield, Tenn. She survives.

Mr. Collins was an automobile salesman. He was a member of Victory Tabernacle, Indian Mound, Tenn., and he enjoyed fishing and NASCAR.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are four daughters, Vita SHAMBARGER and husband Randy, Debbie FERNANDEZ and husband Hector, all of Rochester, Teresa COLLINS, Las Vegas, Nev., and Sandy COLLINS, Fort Hood, Texas; one son, Tony COLLINS and wife Trish, Rochester; his mother, of Hebron; two stepdaughters, Kim AUSTIN and husband Barry, Indian

Mound, Tenn., and Tammy MOORE and husband Todd, Clarksville, Tenn.; 13 grandchildren; five brothers, Gerald HARDIN Jr. and Dan HARDIN, both of Crown Point, Mike HARDIN, Demotte, John HARDIN, Valparaiso, and Deon HARDIN, Indiana; five sisters, Mary KANDLESTOFER and Wilma McLAUCHLAN, both of Wanatah, Diane NEUMANN, Valparaiso, Janice PARDUHN, Hebron, and Betty CORNWELL, Lowell; one uncle, R.E. COLLINS, Clarksville, Tenn.; 26 nieces and nephews and 18 great-nieces and great-nephews.

Preceding in death was his stepfather, Gerald HARDIN, in September, 1990, and his maternal grandparents, Ed and Mary T. COLLINS.

Services and burial were Jan. 2 in Tennessee. Anglin Funeral Home, Dover, Tenn., was in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, January 8, 2003

Virginia A. Butt

April 29, 1920 – Jan. 6, 2003

Virginia A. BUTT, 82, died Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Richmond, Calif., to Roy MADEEN and Vina GEHRKE MADEEN MEYER, she was raised by her stepfather Ernest MEYER. She married O.C. BUTT March 25, 1947, in Lomita, Calif. He died June 26, 1971.

Mrs. Butt was a nursing assistant at several nursing homes in the Dundee, Ill., area. She came to Rochester from South Bend in 2001.

Survivors include one daughter, Nancy BRASSEUR and husband Albert, South Bend; two sons, Alan [BUTT] and wife Lisa, Granger, and William [BUTT], Syracuse; three grandchildren, Julie and A.J. BRASSEUR, both of South Bend, and Kyle BUTT, Haskell, Okla.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and her stepfather.

Private services will be held Saturday in Dundee, Ill. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Feed the Children Fund, c/o Granger Community Church, 630 E. University Drive, Granger, IN 46530. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of local arrangements.

Gwendol K. Bennett

Oct. 8, 1932 – Jan. 7, 2003

Gwendol K. BENNETT, 70, died at 2:40 p.m. Tuesday at his Warsaw residence.

Born in Kosciusko County to Leroy and Ruth GOODMAN BENNETT, he married Phyllis BOYER Aug. 25, 1956. She survives.

Mr. Bennett was a carpenter. He graduated from Burket High School and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion, both of Warsaw.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Debra HERBERT and husband Brent, Bright; one grandson, Lucas HERBERT, Bright; two brothers, Eugene and Donald BENNETT, both of Etna Green; one sister, Edna Marie MOCK, Syracuse.

Preceding in death was one brother.

Graveside services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Mentone Cemetery with Rev. Thomas E. EVERETT officiating. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, both of Warsaw, will conduct military rites. No visitation is planned. King Memorial Home, Mentone, is in charge of arrangements.

Christina M. Sherman

Sept. 1, 1969 – Jan. 6, 2003

Christina M. SHERMAN, 33, 2375 N. Cass County Road 275 East, Logansport, died at 6:34 p.m. Monday at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Born in Logansport to Paul E. and Shirley Ann WARRAN SHERMAN, she was a home care worker and a member of Macy Christian Church.

Survivors include her parents, Paul E. and Shirley SHERMAN, Logansport; maternal grandmother, Margaret WARRAN, of Parr; three brothers, Stephen SHERMAN and wife Lowella, Macy, Shawn P. SHERMAN and Earl R. SHERMAN II and wife Lorinell, all of Logansport; one sister, Mary Margaret SHERMAN, Logansport; six nieces and nephews, Justin, Nicholas, Megan, Amanda and Jessica SHERMAN and Anne HIRSCHLER.

Services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Fisher Funeral Chapel, 1801 Chase Road, Logansport, with Rev. David WELSH officiating. Burial will be at Bethel Cemetery, Logansport. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Macy Christian Church.

Ervin Pratt

April 2, 1931 – Jan. 7, 2003

Ervin PRATT, 71, died at 7:15 a.m. Tuesday at his Boswell residence.

Born in Boswell to Lonnie and Florence BROWN PRATT, he married Frances SMITH in 1956 in Lafayette. She survives.

Mr. Pratt attended Boswell and Lafayette Jefferson high schools. He worked at Moews Seed Corn, Boswell, and Peerless Wire, Lafayette. He was a member and past commander of Boswell American Legion Post 476, Fowler American Legion Post 57, Fowler Veterans of Foreign Wars and Lafayette VFW, where he was in the Combat Infantrymen’s Association, and the 40 & 8 Club 755, Fowler. He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three daughters, Gwen MUSE and husband Ralph, Rochester, Linda CRISWELL and husband Ron, Lafayette, Bonnie STURGEON, Boswell; one son, Bob [PRATT] and wife Pam, Fowler; five grandchildren, Tony MUSE, Angela STURGEON, Kelsey and Kyra PRATT, Diane ANDERSON and Darren CRISWELL; three great-grandchildren, Michael MUSE and Mathew and Roy ANDERSON; and one sister, Edith Kay RATLIFF and husband Jerry, Martinsville.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Yuill-Shoemaker Funeral Home, Boswell, with Rev. Ronald LINDER officiating. Burial will be at Boswell Cemetery. The Boswell and Fowler American Legions will conduct military graveside rites. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.\

Lowell D. Safford

June 2, 1947 – Jan. 6, 2003

Lowell D. SAFFORD, 55, Goshen, formerly of the Rochester area, died at 2:22 p.m. Monday at Elkhart General Hospital.

Survivors include his wife, Susan ZENT SAFFORD, at home; two daughters, Alisha and Angelia SAFFORD, both of Elkhart; one stepson, Jacob HARTMAN, Goshen; one stepdaughter, Jessica DeROO, Elkhart; adopted son, Joshua HARTMAN Jr., Goshen; his father, Walter SAFFORD, Goshen; in-laws, Roy and Wanda ZENTZ, Bremen; and six grandchildren.

Preceding in death were one stepson, Joshua HARTMAN, and one daughter, Victoria SAFFORD and his mother Thelma SANDERS SAFFORD.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Chapel Hill Funeral Home, Osceola, with Rev. Scott

TILLEY officiating. Burial will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Osceola. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Thursday, January 9, 2003

Glen Bradley

March 15, 1931 – Jan. 8, 2003

Glen BRADLEY, 72, died at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday at his residence at 530 E. 18th St.

Born in Newland, Jasper County, to John and June WHITAKER BRADLEY, he married Barbara Ellen HOLLOWAY June 6, 1954, in Rochester. She survives.

Mr. Bradley lived in Rochester most of his life. He owned and operated Bradley Plumbing and Heating, Rochester, until selling the business to his son, Dale, in 1998. He was a member of First Church of God, Rochester, where he was in the Men’s Prayer Breakfast Group and served as a trustee. He served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Cynthia BRADLEY, Rochester, and Cheryl McCULLOUGH, Kissimmee, Fla.; two sons, Glen A. “Jake” [BRADLEY] and wife Jennie and Dale BRADLEY, all of Rochester; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Jean GOODMAN and husband Robert, Rochester; one niece and two nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David DITTMAN officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to First Church of God, Rochester.

Lyda Crocker

Sept. 17, 1912 – Jan. 8, 2003

Lyda CROCKER, 90, 1204 Jefferson St., formerly of Manteno, Ill., died at 11 a.m. Wednesday at her residence.

Born in Glasford, Ill., she married Ferris CROCKER June 21, 1941. He survives.

Mrs. Crocker was a homemaker.

Surviving with her husband, at home, is one daughter, Carol STUMP and husband Cary, Rochester.

Services are Friday at Brown Funeral Home in Manteno, Ill.

Violet M. Herrin

Violet M. HARRIS, 99, formerly of Argos, died at 5:10 a.m. today at her residence at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Friday, January 10, 2003

Sheryl D. Cox

July 20, 1955 – Jan. 9, 2003

Sheryl D. COX, 47, died at 2:35 p.m. Thursday at her residence at 2763 Big Hills Drive.

Born in Valparaiso to Lee E. RISNER and Joyce CULP RISNER MOORE, she married Ted J. COX Sept. 21, 1979, in Wheatfield. He survives.

Mrs. Cox was a homemaker and member of First Assembly of God Church, Rochester.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one daughter, Lesley A. [COX], at home; one son, Ashton J. [COX] and wife Heather, Rochester; one granddaughter, Abigail B. COX; her mother, Joyce MOORE, Lafayette; her father Lee E. RISNER and wife Loretta, St. Petersburg, Fla.; paternal grandmother, Sadie RISNER, DeMotte; one brother, Mark K. RISNER, Vero Beach, Fla.; one stepbrother, Scott DICKINSON, St. Petersburg, Fla.; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ted and Mary Ann COX, Rochester.

Services are at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at First Assembly of God Church, Rochester, with Rev. Robert GEORGE officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to Hope Rescue Mission, South Bend, through the funeral home.

Lyda E. Crocker

Sept. 17, 1912 – Jan. 8, 2003

Lyda E. CROCKER, 90, died at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at her Rochester residence.

Born in Glasford, Ill., to Lewis R. and Margaret FARMER SCARCLIFF, she married Ferris S. CROCKER June 21, 1941, in Peotone, Ill. He survives.

Mrs. Crocker, a homemaker, was former president of Manteno Senior Citizens Society, Kankakee County Senior Citizens. She was a member of Peotone United Methodist Church, where she was in the choir and bell choir, several church committees and past president of the Ladies’ Aid Society.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one daughter, Carol STUMP and husband Cary, Rochester; one daughter-in-law, Susan CROCKER, Grant Park, Ill.; three sisters-in-law, Mary Helen RAPER, Peoria, Ariz., Evelyn CROCKER Peotone, Ill., and Donna Jean BEDORE, Thornton, Ill.; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were one son, James CROCKER, two sisters, Verna BAKER and Gayle STADFELD, and one brother, Roy SCARCLIFF.

Services were today at Brown Funeral Home, Manteno, Ill. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery, Manteno, Ill. Memorials may be made to Peotone United Methodist Church.

Violet M. Herrin

May 3, 1903 – Jan. 9, 2003

Violet Marie HERRIN, 99, formerly of Argos, died at 5:10 a.m. Thursday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Born in Mishawaka to Octave I. and Ida A. McWILLIAMS ARCHAMBEAULT, she married Iley J. HERRIN Oct. 8, 1930, in Crown Point. He died June 25, 1950.

Mrs. Herrin and her husband owned and operated Herrin & Fox Tavern, Argos.

Survivors include two daughters, Ila WARNER, Delton, Mich., Mary Jo STEPHENSON, Peru; one son, James [HERRIN], Argos; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one sister, Virginia ROMINE, Bourbon; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two sisters, Lillian CHAPIN and Margaret HIGGINBOTHAM, and four brothers, Melvin, Jack, Clarence and Russell ARCHAMBEAULT.

Graveside services are at 3 p.m. Monday at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 1 to 2:45 p.m. Monday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Dale C. Wicoff

Dale C. WICOFF, 85, died Thursday at his 1099 W. Sixth St. residence.

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

Saturday, January 11, 2003

Martha G. Ellsworth

Feb. 22, 1917 – Jan. 10, 2003

Martha G. ELLSWORTH, 85, 420 East Center Street, Parkview Apartments, Bourbon, died 1:08 p.m. Friday at Millers Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Born in Bourbon to John H. REICHERT and Maude L. HERSHBERGER, she married John E. ELLSWORTH on April 17, 1938. He died May 17, 1996.

A graduate of Burbon High School, Mrs. Ellsworth was a homemaker and had worked for several years at Teel’s Restaurant, Mentone. She was also a member of the Mentone United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir and the Jolly James. She was also in the WSCS of the Church.

Surviving are one daughter, Cynthia LEEPER and husband Dennis, Bremen, one granddaughter, Monica LEEPER, Brownsburg, and two sisters, Margaret FAWLEY, Burbon, and Mary LYONS, Waynesboro, Virginia.

Preceding in death are one grandson, Michael LEEPER, one sister, Frances ZILLMER, and one brother, Carl REICHERT.

Services are at 3:00 p.m. Sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Doris SMITH officiating. Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Burbon EMS or the Mentone United Methodist Church.

Monday, January 13, 2003

Mary E. Luckenbill

Jan. 15, 1911 – Jan. 12, 2003

Mary E. LUCKENBILL, 91, 1241 S. County Road 875 East, Akron, died at 7:10 a.m. Sunday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Akron to Jesse and Susan Lavina LANDIS ROYER, she married Kenneth H. LUCKENBILL Oct. 23, 1931, in Denver. He died Jan. 19, 1974.

Mrs. Luckenbill was a homemaker and retired Hart Schaffner & Marx worker. She was a member of Order of the Eastern Star, Fulton County Republican Women’s Club and the Moose Lodge Ladies Auxiliary.

Survivors include three daughters, Nancy LUCKENBILL and Shirley ADAMSON and husband Richard, all of Akron, Judy GRINDLE and husband Bruce, Syracuse; five grandchildren, Kathryn PRATER and husband Norman, Akron, Patrick LUCKENBILL of Kentucky, Michael LUCKENBILL and wife Karen, Royal Center, Daniel GRINDLE and wife Sherri, Goshen, and

Jeffery GRINDLE, Fort Wayne; five great-grandchildren; Eric, Gregory and Austin PRATER, Michael LUCKENBILL Jr. and Sarah Anne GRINDLE.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one son, Gary [LUCENBILL], Sept. 9, 1995, and two brothers, James and Frank ROYER.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Carl SATRE officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Timothy Shepherd

Timothy SHEPHERD, 40, 5858 Kingfisher Drive, Mentone, died at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Dale C. Wicoff

June 4, 1917 – Jan. 9, 2003

Dale C. WICOFF, 85, died Thursday morning at his residence at 1099 W. Sixth St.

Born in Steuben County to Charles Bruce and Mary WILKINSON HOLDRICH READ WICOFF, he married Lucile LEFFEL Dec. 25, 1942, in North Manchester. She survives.

Mr. Wicoff retired from teaching at Ivy Tech State College, Indianapolis. He worked at M & W Gear and John Deere. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, and Concord Free & Accepted Masons Lodge 556. He graduated in 1935 from Angola High School and earned a master’s degree from Purdue University.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Anne WRIGHT and husband Dave, Brownsburg; one son, John [WICOFF] and wife Lyndal, Mishawaka; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents, two sisters, Helen WICOFF and Lucile CARROLL, and four brothers, Harold, John, Milton and Arthur WICOFF.

Private services were held Sunday. Rev. Junior BOSE officiated. Burial was at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, was in charge of arrangements.

Tuesday, January 14, 2003

Claudia I. Hunneshagen

Dec. 8, 1938 – Jan. 11, 2003

Claudia I. HUNNESHAGEN, 64, 7051 Cross St., Monterey, died at 7:41 p.m. Saturday at Porter Memorial Hospital, Valparaiso.

Born in Monterey to Walter M. and Wilma A. MASTER KELSEY, she married Robert R. HUNNESHAGEN Sept. 6, 1958, at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Monterey. He survives.

Mrs. Hunneshagen drove school buses for Culver Community Schools and the Culver Academies. A lifetime Monterey resident, she was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Monterey, and wintered in Avon Park, Fla.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one daughter, Colleen KLAUSING and husband Doug, Monterey; two sons, Timothy [HUNNESHAGEN], Fort Wayne, and Jeffrey [HUNNESHAGEN] and wife Sheri, Columbus, Ohio; nine grandchildren; and one brother, Edward KELSEY and wife Bertha, South Bend.

Preceding in death were her parents, one son, Stanley [HUNNESHAGEN], and one

granddaughter, Lydia HUNNESHAGEN.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Monterey, with Rev. Bert WOOLSON officiating. Burial will be at St. Anne’s Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday and after 8 a.m. Friday at Frain Mortuary, Monterey. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Anne’s Catholic Church or the American Diabetes Association.

Timothy Shepherd

July 28, 1962 – Jan. 12, 2003

Timothy SHEPHERD, 40, 5858 Kingfisher Drive, Mentone, died at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in McDowell, Ky., to Douglas and Betty Lou STAMBAUGH SHEPHERD, he lived most of his life in the Mentone area.

Mr. Shepherd was an orthopedic polisher.

Survivors include his mother, Betty Lou SHEPHERD, Burket; one niece, Mandy YEAGER, Mentone; and one nephew, Chris YATES, Kentucky.

Preceding in death was his father and one sister, Beverly WRIGHT.

Services are at 7 p.m. today at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Daniel COX officiating. Private burial will be at Palestine Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 p.m. today until time of service at the funeral home.

Wednesday, January 15, 2003

Charles Evans Sr.

April 9, 1923 – Jan. 13, 2003

Charles R. EVANS Sr., 79, Kewanna, died at 3:20 p.m. Monday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

He was born in Kewanna to Jacob and Mae CLARK EVANS.

Mr. Evans was a retired carpenter. He served in the Pacific Theater with the U.S. Navy in World War II and received the Purple Heart. He was a member of James Talbott Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1121, Kewanna, Herbert Kuhn American Legion Post 253, North Webster, the National Rifle Association and the U.S. Navy Memorial.

Survivors include five daughters, Dici MILLER, LaPorte, Texas, Dixi EVANS, Belevue, Neb., Fonscene CRAFT, Rochester, Michelle BROWN, Kewanna, and Tammy HECKT, Mentone; one son, Charles R. [EVANS] Jr., Junction City, Kan.; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother.

No services are planned. Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery Columbariam, Arlington, Va. Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, is in charge of arrangements.

Thursday, January 16, 2003

Wanda E. Bixler

Sept. 20, 1922 – Jan. 14, 2003

Wanda Eileen BIXLER, 80, Monticello, died at 5:50 p.m. Tuesday at White County Memorial Hospital, Monticello.

Born in Burnettsville to Elmer B. and Lillie M. HENDERSON LUCY, she married Floyd Ray BIXLER Dec. 23, 1939, in Burnettsville. He died Oct. 23, 1978.

Mrs. Bixler moved to Monticello in 1962. She had lived in Rochester, Warsaw and Burnettsville. She worked at Byran Manufacturing and was a member of First Baptist Church, Monticello, White County Historical Society and Daughters of the American Revolution.

Survivors include two sons, Richard D. [BIXLER] and wife Mary, Rochester; Ray [BIXLER], Idaville; one daughter, Sue ONEAL and husband Terry, Itasca, Texas; nine grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, six brothers and three sisters.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Davis Cemetery, Burnettsville, with Rev. Mark PITTMAN officiating. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today at Fisher-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home, 202 S. Illinois St., Monticello. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Monticello, or White County Council on Aging.

Jacob E. Overlander

Jacob E. OVERLANDER, 87, died at 8:30 a.m. today at his 1576 N. Old U.S. 31 residence.

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

Friday, January 17, 2003

Jacob E. Overlander

March 19, 1915 – Jan. 16, 2003

Jacob E. OVERLANDER, 87, died at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at his 1576 N. Old U.S. 31 residence.

Born in Golden, Ill., to Everett and Baukea SLOTER OVERLANDER, he married Alice Marie BACON April 21, 1939, in Akron. She died July 20, 1980.

Mr. Overlander retired in 1981 from Culligan Soft Water Service, Rochester, after 31 years. He was a member of the Famous Akron Jonah Club.

Survivors include two daughters, Pat ZEYEN and husband Al, Rochester, Janet SIMPSON and husband David, Silver Lake; one son, Donald [OVERLANDER] and wife Joyce, North Manchester; 11 grandchildren, including Tami HOLLOWAY and husband Tom and Rick THOMPSON, all of Rochester; 32 great-grandchildren, including Jessica, Brittlyn and Candace HOLLOWAY and Courtney and Parker THOMPSON, all of Rochester; seven great-great-grandchildren; special friends, Helen YOUNG and Kenneth and Judy TAYLOR, all of Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, three sisters, five brothers and one great-grandson, Gregory Lee THOMPSON.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Phil PRATT officiating. Burial will be at Hoover Cemetery, Athens. Friends may call from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Woodlawn Hospital Home Health Care.

Saturday, January 18, 2003

Jacob E. Overlander

March 19, 1915 – Jan. 16, 2003

Jacob E. OVERLANDER, 87, died at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at his 1576 N. Old U.S. 31 residence.

Born in Golden, Ill. to Everett and Baukea SLOTER OVERLANDER, he married Alice Marie BACON April 21, 1939, in Akron. She died July 20, 1980.

Mr. Overlander retired in 1981 from Culligan Soft Water Service, Rochester, after 31 years. He was a member of the Famous Akron Jonah Club.

Survivors include two daughters, Pat ZEYEN and husband Al, Rochester, Janet SIMPSON and husband David, Silver Lake; one son, Donald [OVERLANDER] and wife Joyce, North Manchester; 11 grandchildren, including Tami HOLLOWAY and husband Tom and Rick THOMPSON, all of Rochester; 32 great-grandchildren, including Jessica, Brittlyn and Candace HOLLOWAY and Courtney and Parker THOMPSON, all of Rochester; seven great-great-grandchildren; special friends, Helen YOUNG and Kenneth and Judy TAYLOR, all of Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, three sisters, five brothers and one grandson, Gregory Lee Thompson.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Phil PRATT officiating. Burial will be at Hoover Cemetery, Athens. Friends may call from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Woodlawn Hospital Home Health Care.

Monday, January 20, 2003

William E. Iseton

June 27, 1965 – Jan. 17, 2003

William Edmund “Willie” ISETON, 37, 127 N. Crappie Road, Silver Lake, died at 1:06 p.m. Friday at 108 W. Main St., Silver Lake.

Born in Grand Rapids, Mich. to Edmund and Marla PROTHERO ISETON, he married Charity ALLISON Nov. 5, 1984, in Ottawa, Ill. She survives.

Mr. Iseton was a carpenter and a member of the Akron Church of God.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are his parents, of Silver Lake; two daughters, Heather Shawnette Mae and Kathleen Deon Lee ISETON, both of Silver Lake; one son, Leroy William Dallas ISETON, Silver Lake; paternal grandmother, Jane ISETON, Silver Lake; two brothers, James [ISETON], Charlotte, N.C., and Peter [ISETON], Silver Lake; three sisters, Carol NORTHERN and Deon ALLISON, both of Altoona, Penn., and Kristina HOFFMEYER, North Manchester.

Preceding in death was one sister, Rebecca KETON.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home, 207 W. Main St., North Manchester, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until time of service Tuesday at the funeral home.

Tuesday, January 21, 2003

Ruth Ann Price

Sept. 9, 1915 – Jan. 20, 2003

Ruth Ann PRICE, 87, 400 W. Fourth St., died at 11:10 a.m. Monday at her home.

Born in Wayne County to Earl and Opal HARTUP FUDGE, she married Denzel PRICE on Sept. 10, 1933 in Lynn. He survives. They moved from Sharpsville to Rochester in 1972.

She retired in 1984 from Woodlawn Hospital’s food services. She was a member of Sharpsville United Methodist Church, Republican Women’s Club, Retired Senior Volunteer Program and AARP. She played the violin, saxaphone and piano and enjoyed crafts, cooking and working with plastic canvas.

Surviving with her husband is one son, Dennis [PRICE], and wife Junette, Rochester; two granddaughters, Gail PRICE, and Lesley KRISHER and husband Chad, Rochester; one grandson, Jason PRICE, Rochester; and one great-grandson, Joshua N. PRICE, Rochester. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Calvin and Kenneth FUDGE.

Funeral service is 10 a.m. Thursday at Foster and Good Funeral Home with Rev. Jim WASMUTH officiating. Burial will be in Willow Grove Cemetery, Fountain City. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour before service on Thursday. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice or St. John Lutheran Church.

Kenneth G. Castleman

May 22, 1935 – Jan. 19, 2003

Rev. Kenneth Grayson CASTLEMAN, 67, 100 Kenilworth Road, Argos, died at 2:52 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, South Bend.

Born in Corinth, Ky., to Kenneth Ray and Bessie Mae PAGE CASTLEMAN, he married Barbara Frances BALDWIN March 17, 1957, in Rising Sun. She survives. Rev. Castleman was a Baptist minister and was fleet service manager for Navistar International Transportation Corp., Fort Wayne. He was a 1953 graduate of Dry Ridge High School, Dry Ridge, Ky., and received an associate’s degree from Boyce Bible School in 1995. He was a member of Eastside Baptist Church, Homestead, Fla., and the Navistar Retirement Group.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one son, Aaron [CASTLEMAN] and wife Rev. Joyce, Greenwood; one daughter, Esther CASTLEMAN and husband Ted HERRMANN, Coral Gables, Fla.; one granddaughter, Elizabeth CASTLEMAN, Greenwood; two stepgrandchildren, Teddy and Lucia HERRMANN, Coral Gables, Fla.; one sister, Anita SMITH, Hernando, Fla.; one brother, Russell CASTLEMAN and wife Peggy, Dry Ridge, Ky.

Preceding in death were his parents.

Services are at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Revs. John KNOPES and Joyce CASTLEMAN officiating. Burial will be at Hillcrest Cemetery, Dry Ridge, Ky. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home and through 9 p.m. following service. A service and visitation will be held in Dry Ridge, Ky., Friday. Memorials may be made to Gideons International, Eastside Baptist Church, Homestead, Fla., Bible Baptist Church, Plymouth, or the American Cancer Society.

Wednesday, January 22, 2003

H. June Cook

June 28, 1910 - Jan. 19, 2003

H. June COOK, 13381 Magnolia Ave., Corona, Calif., died Sunday at her residence.

Born in Rochester to A. Ray and Nelle WAGONER BABCOCK, she married Raymond L. COOK on June 1, 1936, in Fulton. He survives.

A retired teacher, she taught in Fulton and LaPorte for 23 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Corona, Calif., American Association University of Women and Indiana State Teachers Association. She attended Manchester and Bethel Colleges in Indiana.

Surviving with her husband is one daughter, Dianne COOK, Corona, Calif.; one son, James [COOK], and wife Shelia, Jefferson City, Missouri; one granddaughter. She was preceded in death by parents, one sister, Jean [BABCOCK]; and one brother, James A. [BABCOCK].

Graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Rochester IOOF Cemetery with Dr. Mark SPENCER officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to First Baptist Church, Corona, Calif.

Foster and Good Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Franklin G. Loudermilk

Franklin G. LOUDERMILK, 52, 2099 N. Old U.S. 31, died at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

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

Thursday, January 23, 2003

Robert Andre Eriks

Sept. 29, 1936 - Jan. 22, 2003

Robert Andre ERIKS, 66, 610 W. 375 North, Rochester, died at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital, Carmel. He had been in failing health for the past six years.

Born in DeMotte to Andrew and Winifred KATS ERIKS, he married Patricia J. WRIGHT Sept. 28, 1957, at Lansing Bible Church, Lansing. Ill. She survives.

He lived in the Fulton County area since 1972, coming from Lowell. He was reared in Lansing, Ill.

He had owned and operated dairy farms in the Rochester and Akron areas and was a heavy equipment operator for the Operator and Engineers Union Local 150. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1957. He was a member of the Leroy Shelton American Legion Post 36, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Lake Manitou Post and the Fraternal Order of the Eagles 852, all of Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are five daughters, Jackie L. POWLEN and husband Jay, Kewanna, Gwen LEE and companion Gilbert LEE, Deborah L. KUCHEL and husband Brett, Teri L. UTTER and husband Rick, all of Rochester, Jennifer W. ERIKS and companion Michael KIMBLE, Kewanna; two sons, Robert A. ERIKS and wife Rose, Larry A. ERIKS and wife Kathy, all of Rochester; 16 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Winette JOHNSON and husband Jim, Rochester; a brother, Larry D. ERIKS, Crown Point.

He was preceded by his parents, an infant brother and infant granddaughter, Gwyn ERIKS in 1991.

Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Foster and Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Saturday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home Sunday. The American

Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester.

Memorials may be made to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital or the American Lung Foundation.

Franklin G. Loudermilk

April 27, 1950 – Jan. 21, 2003

Franklin G. LOUDERMILK, 52, 2099 N. Old U.S. 31, died at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru.

Born in Beckley, W. Va., to Emory G. and Wanda L. BRAGG LOUDERMILK, he married Sonja R. ZOPPE Nov. 25, 1978, in Rochester.

He was a correctional officer at the Miami Correctional Facility and worked at Dean Foods Co. 18 years.

Survivors include his wife and mother; one son, John F. LOUDERMILK, Rochester; three sisters, Linda WOOD, Akron, Ohio; Sondra K. LOUDERMILK, Rochester; Rhonda CALHOUN COSBY, Raleigh, N.C.; one brother, Denvil LOUDERMILK, Akron, Ohio; two nieces, Loren and Leslie WOOD, Akron, Ohio; and one nephew, Robert CALHOUN, Rochester. He was preceded in death by his father on Feb. 7, 1974.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Pastor Larry PYEATT officiating. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation is 2 to 8 p.m. Friday or one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Donald E. Myers

July 15, 1911 – Jan. 22, 2003

Donald E. MYERS, 91, 525 S. Michigan St., Plymouth, died at 3:15 a.m. Wednesday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home.

Born in Culver to William J. and Daisy OYLER MYERS, he married Sylvia Irene POLLEY on Sept. 17, 1931 in Culver.

He moved from Rochester in 1938. He attended Rutland School and additional studies in the field of electronics. He first worked at Black and Bailey Hardware, Rochester, then Montgomery Ward, Plymouth, and John Meck Industries and Bendix Corp., South Bend, where he invented and improved production parts. He most recently worked at Hammel Motors.

He operated Myers Appliance Sales and Service, Plymouth, and enjoyed electronics and vintage radios. He was a member of the Indiana Historical Radio Society and Marshall and Fulton counties historical societies. He attended Rochester First Church of God and Plymouth Wesleyan Church.

Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Joyce E. PARSONS and husband Max Wayne, North Liberty; Janet L. BIXEL, Argos, and Judith A. BROWN and husband George, Punta Gorda, Fla.; 11 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Betty Jean MYERS, a sister, Edna PAQUETTE, and two brothers, Clarence and Milburn MYERS.

Funeral service is at 11 a.m. Saturday at Plymouth Wesleyan Church, 11203 S. Michigan St., with Rev. Robert BARDSMAN and Pastor Les KEPHART officiating. Burial will be in New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Memorials may be made to Plymouth Wesleyan Church.

Friday, January 24, 2003

Lois V. Crane

Aug. 28, 1917 – Jan. 23, 2003

Lois V. CRANE, 85, formerly of Waterhaven Apartments, Rochester, died at 8:05 p.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Clinton to Charles and May TEANY FENDER, she came to Rochester in 1992 from South Bend.

She was a secretary at Freeman & Speicer Auto Agency, South Bend, and a member and past president of American Legion Auxiliary Post 284, South Bend. She was a volunteer with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Judie HILDEBRAND and husband Dallas, LaBelle, Fla.; 14 grandchildren, including Vickie HEWLIN, South Bend, Janet COX, Rochester, Joyce GINTHER, Akron, Paul DAWSON Jr., Mishawaka, Tim DAWSON, Elkhart, and Jay HILDEBRAND, Kalamazoo, Mich.; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were her parents and special friend Harry KALAMJA.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends may call from noon until services at the funeral home.

Mary C. Lawson

Jan. 11, 1911 – Jan. 22, 2003

Mary C. LAWSON, 92, Mexico, died at 4:10 p.m. Wednesday at Howard Community Hospital, Kokomo.

Born in Naples, Italy to Michael and Ann ANDOLFI CESARANO, she married William F. LAWSON Sr. June 28, 1930, in Chicago, Ill. He died Feb. 14, 1981.

Mrs. Lawson worked at National Biscuit Co., Chicago, Ill., and retired from Torin, Rochester. She was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church, Peru, where she was in the Altar and Rosary Society and Daughters of Isabella.

Survivors include one son, William W. [LAWSON] Jr. and wife Roxanne, Kokomo; two daughters, Linda SPEAR and husband Melvin, Mexico, Ann Marie REED, Naples, Fla.; eight grandchildren, Michael, David and Danny REED, Anthony and Justin SPEAR, Terry and Kerrie LAWSON and Nichole MOORE; two stepgrandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one brother, Tony CESARANO, Los Angeles, Calif.; one sister, Ann BIELAWSKI, McHenry, Ill.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one brother and five sisters.

Burial mass is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Charles Catholic Church, Peru, with Rev. Francis I. KILCLINE III officiating. Burial will be at Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. today at Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, Peru. There will be a Rosary service at 5:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Charles Catholic School or Caring Hands Health Care Center.

Franklin G. Loudermilk

The following updated information has been received about Franklin G. LOUDERMILK, 52, 2099 N. Old U.S. 31, who died at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

Survivors include Ronda CALHOUN COSBY, Raleigh, N.C.; three nieces, Lauren and Leslie WOOD, both of Akron, Ohio, and Corey CALHOUN, Raleigh, N.C.; and one brother-in-law, Dennis CALHOUN, Rochester.

He was preceded in death by his father on Feb. 7, 1994.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home. Visitation is 2 to 8 p.m. today or one hour prior to service at the funeral home.

Gracie Belle Pierce

Gracie Belle PIERCE, 97, 2020 Main St., died at 9:10 p.m. Thursday at Hickory Creek of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, January 25, 2003

Gracie Belle Pierce

April 23, 1905 – Jan. 23, 2003

Gracie Belle PIERCE, 97, 2020 S. Main St., died at 9:10 p.m. Thursday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Hawkins County, Tenn. to James Floyd and Henrietta JONES COOK, she married James Francis PIERCE Sept. 12, 1926, in Rochester. He died Feb. 14, 1971.

Mrs. Pierce came to Rochester from Tennessee in 1920. She was a homemaker and member of First Baptist Church of Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Lola RIDDLE and husband Charles, Argos; 13 grandchildren, including Ron, Doug and Duane RIDDLE, Denise WILLIAMS, Lori CRAFT, Jon HILL and Christina HILL, all of the Rochester area; several great-grandchildren; one brother, Herman C. COOK, South Bend,; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one daughter, Carol HILL in 1985, and one son, Gene PIERCE in 1974.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Historical Society or First Baptist Church, Rochester.

Monday, January 27, 2003

Beverly Davis

Beverly DAVIS, 70, died at 4:45 a.m. today at her 4108 N. Fulton County Road 100 West residence. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Donald Joe Hendrickson

Former Rochester resident Donald Joe HENDRICKSON, 98, died Jan. 20 at his home in Leesburg, Fla.

He was the son of former residents Reuben B. and Vesta Ann HENDRICKSON.

Mr. Hendrickson graduated from Rochester High School in 1923 and earned a bachelor of science degree and a master of science degree in engineering from Purdue University.

Survivors include two daughters, Beverly STERLING, Birmingham, Ala., and Maisie

MEREDITH, Kerrville, Texas; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Preceding in death was his wife, also a former Fulton County resident, Frances BUNN HENDRICKSON.

Memorial services were held in Leesburg and burial will be at Richland Center Community Cemetery, Fulton County.

Velma I. Holloway

Jan. 15, 1922 – Jan. 25, 2003

Velma I. HOLLOWAY, 81, 202 S. Maple St., Akron, died at 2:40 a.m. Saturday at Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana, Fort Wayne.

Born in South Bend to Samuel O. and Lura M. SENFF, she married Wade L. HOLLOWAY Nov. 23, 1941, in Akron. He died March 4, 1996.

Mrs. Holloway worked at Topps Safety Apparel, Rochester, and was a seamstress. She was a member of Akron Church of the Brethren.

Survivors include two daughters, Patricia JONES and husband Ronald, Silver Lake, Debra TURNER and husband Jeffrey, Goshen; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one brother, Rex DAVIS, Elkhart.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one sister and one brother.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Akron Church of the Brethren with Rev. Erin HUIRAS officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to Akron Church of the Brethren or Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana, 5910 Homestead, Ft. Wayne, IN 46814.

Dyann Phipps

Dyann BYERLINE PHIPPS, 62, Cadiz, Ky., formerly of Richland Center, died Sunday.

She is the mother of Jodi MILLER, Rochester. There will be a family gathering at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Maddux-Fuqua-Hinton Funeral Home, Hopkinsville, Ky.

Mary E. Rans

Sept. 14, 1920 – Jan. 24, 2003

Mary Ellen YOUNG RANS, 80, Lucerne, died at 7:40 p.m. Friday at Life Care Center, Rochester. Born in Kokomo to Seth and Cora M. ALEXANDER LOVE, she married Virgil Neil YOUNG May 10, 1943, in Indianapolis. He died Feb. 25, 1967. She married Ralph Dean RANS Dec. 2, 1967, in Mexico. He died Jan. 11, 1985.

Mrs. Rans retired from Redman’s Basket Factory, Peru. She was co-owner of Dinner Bell Market, Perrysburg.

Survivors include three stepsons, Jim RANS and wife Donna, Rochester, Richard RANS and wife Rose, Lucerne, Andrew J. YOUNG, Florida; three stepdaughters, Mary Jo TROYER, Decatur, Ill., Sara Pio, Kokomo, Wynema BREIDENBACK, Chula Vista, Calif.; several stepgrandchildren, stepgreat-grandchildren and stepgreat-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Clarence LOVE and wife Ann and Frances LOVE and wife Judy, all of Kokomo; one sister, Betty GLENDENNING, Kokomo; special friend, Jim MICHAEL, Lucerne; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews.

Preceeding in death with her husbands were two sisters.

Services were today at Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport. Rev. Mike CANTRELL officiated. Burial was at Crown Point Cemetery, Kokomo. Memorials may be made to Metea Baptist Church.

Bobby G. Rhodes

Jan. 22, 1931 – Jan. 25, 2003

Bobby Gene RHODES, 72, Star City, died at 9:58 a.m. Saturday at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in Fulton County to John Porter and Luvilla BALLENGER RHODES, he married Nelda Mae LINES July 15, 1951, in Chesterton. She survives.

Mr. Rhodes attended Akron High School. He was a supervisor at the LaPorte district of the Indiana State Highway Department for 16 years, retiring in 1993. He owned and operated Bob’s Sonoco Service Station, East Gary, for 17 years.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Kathy M. MUSALL and husband Dennis, Walton, Vicky L. ROPP and husband Brian, Logansport; one son, Rick G. [RHODES] and wife Becky, Star City; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three sisters, Nina CHAPMAN, Irene MILLER and Lorene SPICE and husband Don, all of Rochester; one brother, Dale [RHODES] and wife Vernice, Rochester; one sister-in-law, Marjorie RHODES, Rochester; one brother-in-law, Bill GILLESPIE, Silver Lake.

Preceding in death were his parents, infant daughter Rhonda Kaye [RHODES], two sisters, Emalene KINDIG and Selena GILLESPIE, and two brothers, Tommy and Porter RHODES.

No services or visitation are planned. Burial will be at Athens Cemetery.

Barbara J. Schwier

Sept. 30, 1930 – Jan. 25, 2003

Barbara Jean SCHWIER, 72, died at 8 a.m. Saturday at her 6180 E. Indiana 14 residence.

Born in Lafayette to Raymond and Pearl QUAINTANCE PONTIUS, she lived most of her life in Fulton County, coming from Lafayette.

Ms. Schwier was a quality control agent at Chamberlin Products, Akron, for 25 years and at Federal Mogul, Leiters Ford, for nine years. She was an organizer for Teamsters Union Local 414, Fort Wayne, and was a member of American Legion Auxiliary Post 36, Rochester, and the Women’s Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Culver. She was active with the Fulton County Democratic Women.

Survivors include a half foster sister, Frances “Faye” MELTON, at home; two daughters, Diana SHOEMAKER and husband Jerry, Akron, Sheryl “Sheri” WOODS, Rochester; five grandchildren; one great-grandaughter; one sister, Sharon J. PONTIUS, Rochester; one brother, Jerry D. PONTIUS, Lafayette.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be at Athens Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice.

Helen L. Annen Weller

Helen L. ANNEN WELLER, 87, 300 E. Fourth St., Waterhaven Apt. 3G, died at 6:08 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Tuesday, January 28, 2003

Beverly Davis

Aug. 12, 1932 – Jan. 27, 2003

Beverly Jean Sophia OGLE DAVIS, 70, died at 4:50 a.m. Monday at her residence at 4108 N. Fulton County Road 100 West.

Born in Hanna to Arthur William and Helen Ellen HAZEN HUNDT, she married Paul Lloyd OGLE Jan. 21, 1950, in Plymouth. They later divorced.

Mrs. Davis retired in 1993 from General Tire Corp., Wabash, after 35 years. She came to Rochester from Bremen in 1953. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, where she was in the Luther Ann’s, Women of the Moose Lodge 1107 and president of Rochester chapter of Parents Without Partners for 20 years.

Survivors include one daughter, Vicky RICHARD and husband Hugh, Rochester; two sons, Paul Douglas OGLE Sr., Rochester, and Jeffery Mark OGLE and wife Judy, Leesburg, Fla.; 10 grandchildren, Hugh D., Kristy, Adam and Toshia RICHARD, all of Rochester, Brian OGLE, Anderson, Paul Douglas OGLE Jr., Topeka, Erin OGLE, Louisville Ky., Jeffery M. OGLE Jr. and Mark OGLE, both of Rochester; five great-grandchildren; nine sisters, Delores OGLE, Rochester, Luella POWELL, Plymouth, Judy LOHAGEN and husband Dick, Pottstown, Penn., Carolyn COLBURN and husband David, Newark, Ohio, Barbara HARRINGTON and husband Steven and Tynna WALENGA and husband Mike, all of Bremen, Catherine GARZA and companion Mike, Lila HARMON and husband Bill, New Hope, Ky., Patricia IGELSKI and husband Raymond, Wabash; six brothers, Robert HUNDT, Richard HUNDT and wife Loretta and Paul HUNDT and wife Chris, all of Plymouth, William F. HUNDT and wife Donna, Bremen, George HUNDT, Illinois, and Francis HUNDT and wife Robbin, LaGrange.

Preceding in death were her parents, one son, Robert Lee OGLE in 1954, and one brother, Arthur HUNDT Jr.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at St. John Lutheran Church, 404 Jefferson St., with Rev. Jim WASMUTH officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association.

Steve Meier Sr.

Steve MEIER Sr., 52, Macy, died Monday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

Kenneth A. Norman

Jan. 17, 1926 – Jan. 26, 2003

Kenneth A. NORMAN, 77, died at 2:10 p.m. Sunday at his residence at 1950 E. Indiana 24, Wabash.

Born in Miami County to Jesse F. and Judel ALSPACH NORMAN, he married Frances L. STRANGE May 30, 1952, at Lagro United Methodist Church. She survives.

Mr. Norman taught high school math and business for 38 years at Lagro, Southwood and Northfield schools. He attended Calvary Chapel Worship Center, Wabash, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are five sons, Randy R.[NORMAN] and wife Linda, of Wilkinson, Gary [NORMAN] and wife Kristie, Wabash, Steve [NORMAN] and wife Brenda,

Brighton, Mich., Ed A. [NORMAN], Indianapolis, and Brian J. [NORMAN], Wabash; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; four sisters, Martha WAGONER, Talma, Ruth BYRER, Mentone, Audra FOUTS, Sebring, Fla., Irene POWELL, Carpentersville, Ill.; three brothers, David [NORMAN], Macy, Roy [NORMAN] Warsaw, and Oran [NORMAN], Akron.

Preceding in death were his parents, four brothers and two sisters.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Calvary Chapel Worship Center, 619 N. Indiana 13, Wabash, with Rev. Stephen ECKART officiating. Burial will be at Lagro Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home, Manchester Avenue Chapel, Wabash.

Wednesday, January 29, 2003

Carrie M. Arthur

Jan. 24, 1926 – Jan. 27, 2003

Carrie Mae ARTHUR, 77, Kokomo, died at 10:10 a.m. Monday at Waterford Place Health Campus, Kokomo.

Born in New London to Rev. J. Franklin and Hazel SHOOK ARTHUR, she graduated from Fulton High School in 1945 and Bob Jones University, Greenville, S.C., in 1955.

Miss Arthur was an apprentice pharmacist at Community Hospital, Indianapolis, and a member of First Baptist Church, Russiaville.

Survivors include three sisters, Betty COLEMAN and husband Paul, Zapata, Texas, Charlotte DIAL, Indianapolis, and Mary LOVELACE and husband Joseph, Russiaville; one aunt, Eva BUZZARD, Kokomo; 10 nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Stout & Son Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St., Russiaville, with Rev. Ron DeGRAFF officiating. Burial will be at Barnett Cemetery, Kokomo. Friends may call from 3-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Russiaville, Russiaville Ambulance Service or Bona Vista of Kokomo.

Pauline Meier

Pauline MEIER, 82, died at 11:50 p.m. Tuesday at Hickory Creek of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Steven C. Meier Sr.

Nov. 15, 1950 – Jan. 27, 2003

Steven Craig MEIER Sr., 52, Macy, died at 5:20 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Sterling, Ill. to Milo James and Lavern Edith BOLLER MEIER, he married Vicki L. GULLETT Feb. 17, 1974, in Indianapolis. She survives.

Mr. Meier worked at Kokomo Grain, Amboy, and Norfolk & Western, Norfolk & Southern and Central Railroads. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three sons, Steven Craig [MEIER] Jr., Joseph Arthur and Rickey Allen MEIER, all of Macy; three grandchildren, Kayla and Amber FRY and Stevie Nichole MEIER; one sister, Sandy BOWEN, Citra, Fla.; one brother, Carlton COVER, Macy.

Preceding in death were his father, Milo MEIER, his mother, Lavern MEIER COVER, and stepfather, Sunny COVER.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. David

WELSH officiating. Burial will be at Westlawn Cemetery. Military rites will be conducted. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

James E. Rose

James E. ROSE, 62, 3700 17th Road, Tippecanoe, died at 1:27 a.m. today at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Thursday, January 30, 2003

Ula Bradley

June 11, 1902 – Jan. 28, 2003

Ula BRADLEY, 100, died at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester.

Born in Floyd County, Ky., to James and Reel FLANNERY TUSSEY, she married Green BRADLEY Feb. 15, 1919. He died Jan. 23, 1981.

Mrs. Bradley was a homemaker.

Survivors include two daughters, Barbara MILLER and husband Richard, Winona Lake, Sandy GROSSNICKLE and husband Roger, North Manchester; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 30 great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, three sons, three daughters, one brother and two sisters.

Services were today at Delaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester Chapel. Rev. J.P. FREEMAN officiated. Burial was at South Whitley Cemetery.

Marjorie L. Fee

Aug. 25, 1932 – Jan. 28, 2003

Marjorie L. FEE, 70, died at 10:10 a.m. Tuesday at her Kokomo residence.

Born in Wayne Township to Richard Lester and Wilma Irene JOHNSTON ROUCH, she married Glenn Ray FEE March 31, 1956, in Grass Creek. He died Oct. 8, 1972.

A homemaker, she was a member of Family Worship Center, Kokomo, Howard County Extension Homemakers Choraliers, Fulton County Historical Society, Grass Creek United Methodist Church, 20th Century Extension Homemakers Club and Fulton County Extension Homemaker Chorus. She was a 1950 graduate of Grass Creek High School and a 1955 graduate of Purdue University.

Survivors include one daughter, Narda MOCK and husband Roger, Kokomo; two granddaughters, Heather MOCK, Kokomo, and Sarah MOCK, Terre Haute; three sisters, Wilma THOMAS and Janece HERROLD, both of Kewanna, Carita BROWN, Rochester; and one brother, Gerald ROUCH, Atlanta.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna chapel, with Rev. Pat BOUSUM officiating. Burial will be at Grass Creek Cemetery. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until time of service. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Historical Society or Family Worship Center, Kokomo.

Elaine Fugate Hill

Elaine FUGATE HILL, 67, Mentone, died at 12:15 a.m. today at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

James E. Rose

Nov. 25, 1940 – Jan. 29, 2003

James E. ROSE, 62, 3700 17B Road., Tippecanoe, died at 1:27 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

Born in Hazard, Ky., to Ellis and Margaret ROBINSON ROSE, he married Beatrice HENSLEY July 6, 1990, in Argos. She survives.

Mr. Rose worked at Franklin Coach, Nappanee, and Travel Craft, Elkhart, for 30 years, and at Mid West Cable, Argos. He was a member of Church of Jesus Christ, Argos, and was an avid fisherman and gun collector.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Angela Marie ROSE, Bremen; one son, Rodney Charles ROSE, Bremen; three stepchildren, Sheila WAGERS and husband Enoch, Jackson, Ky., Wayne WRIGHT, Tippecanoe, Roger WRIGHT, South Bend; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Naomi MILES and husband Robert, Toledo, Ohio, Reatha TUCKER, Bristol; seven brothers, John [ROSE] and wife Wanda, New Mexico, Jerry [ROSE] and wife Bonnie, Crockett, Texas, Thomas [ROSE] and wife Wanda, Lovelady, Texas, William [ROSE] and wife Venda, Maynard and Frank [ROSE], all of Benton Harbor, Mich., and Carl [ROSE] and wife Christy, Bridgeman, Mich.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, Bobby Ray ROSE.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Church of Jesus Christ, Argos, with Revs. Lloyd HOWARD and Ron HENSLEY officiating. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to the church.

Friday, January 31, 2003

Florence E. ‘Betty’ Hoffman

Florence E. “Betty” HOFFMAN, 86, Winamac, died at 7:36 p.m. Thursday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Pauline Meier

Dec. 24, 1921 – Jan. 28, 2003

Pauline MEIER, 82 formerly of 4031 E. Fulton County Road 300 South, died at 11:50 p.m. Tuesday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Matteson, Ill., to Paul and Stella SWINGENDORF MEIER, she came to Rochester in 1945 from Matteson. She was a homemaker and raised dogs.

Survivors include one niece, Nancy DUNNING, Lakewood, Colo.; three nephews, Norm MEIER, Newark, Ill., Paul MEIER, Munster, and Thomas MEIER, Christopher, Ill.

Preceding in death were her parents and one brother, Wilford MEIER in 1983.

No services are planned. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, handled arrangements.

Elaine Fugate Hill

Nov. 5, 1935 – Jan. 30, 2003

Elaine FUGATE HILL, 67, 105 E. Jackson St., Mentone, died at 12:15 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

Born in Kosciusko County to Maurice E. and Cathern B. BLUE DUNNUCK, she married Thomas M. FUGATE in August 1961 in Mentone. He died April 22, 1984. She married Robert J. HILL July 17, 1992. He survives.

Mrs. Hill, a homemaker and an elementary school teacher, retired in 1997. She was a member of Mentone United Methodist Church and Daughters of the American Revolution. She was recording secretary at Bell Museum, Mentone, where she was a trustee and served on the founding committee. She was a 1953 Mentone High School graduate and a 1957 Manchester College graduate.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one daughter, Beth PARE and husband Paul, Culver; one son, Mark FUGATE and wife Sarah, Carmel; five grandchildren, Elise, Arielle and Nicole PARE and Graham and Lydia FUGATE; two brothers, Kenneth DUNNUCK and wife June Eva, Jackson, Mich., Forst DUNNUCK and wife Louise, Etna Green.

Preceding in death with her first husband were her parents and one sister, Marilyn Jean DUNNUCK.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Will LAWSON Sr. officiating. Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Mentone United Methodist Church, Bell Museum or Hope Hospice of Kosciusko County.

Saturday, February 1, 2003

[no obits]

Monday, February 3, 2003

Linda K. Hogan Federer

Sept. 10, 1954 – Jan. 23, 2003

Former Kewanna resident Linda K. HOGAN FEDERER, 48, Wolcott, died Jan. 23 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Lafayette.

Born in Hammond to Jack and Flo HOGAN, she married Joseph FEDERER. He survives.

Mrs. Federer farmed with her family. She grew up in Kewanna and attended school there.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are her parents, of Kewanna; one son, Jason, [FEDERER] Wolcott; one daughter, Kristen [FEDERER], Wolcott; one brother, Michael HOGAN, Kewanna; four sisters, Kathleen DEES, California, Wendy KELLY, West Lafayette, Alice WHITE, Winamac, and Janice GRAHAM, Kewanna.

Services were in Monon.

Florence E. ‘Betty’ Hoffman

July 15, 1916 – Jan. 30, 2003

Florence E. “Betty” HOFFMAN, 86, 422 S. Burson St., Winamac, died at 7:36 p.m. Thursday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

Survivors include two daughters, Betty REINHOLD and Marge CONN, both of Winamac; four sons, Arthur and Dan [HOFFMAN], both of Winamac, Howard [HOFFMAN], Rochester, Tom [HOFFMAN], Ashboro, N.C.

Services were today at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Gertrude M. Jacobs

Sept. 5, 1913 – Feb. 2, 2003

Gertrude M. JACOBS, 89, formerly of 2746 S. Wabash Road., died at 2 a.m. Sunday at Life Care Center, Rochester. Born in Norris, Tenn., to Calvin N. and Tennessee “Tennie” ADKINS MELTON, she married Carl JACOBS Sept. 30, 1937, in Wabash. He died March 8, 1975.

Mrs. Jacobs came to Fulton County in 1960 from Norris, Tenn. She was a homemaker and a licensed practical nurse. She attended Riverview Community Church, near Talma.

Survivors include one daughter, Willodean “Dean” McCALL and husband Jay, Rochester; one son, Jack JACOBS and wife Vickie, Rochester; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Albert MELTON, Anderson, Tenn.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one great-grandson, Austin McCALL, one sister, Jessie MELTON, and infant brother, Ralph [MELTON], two half brothers, Bruce MELTON and Mack CARDEN.

Private graveside services will be held at Rochester IOOF Cemetery with Rev. Larry PYEATT officiating. No visitation is planned. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Humane Society, 1819 E. Indiana 14, Rochester, IN 46975.

Barbara M. Riemenschneider

March 19, 1928 – Jan. 30, 2003

Barbara M. RIEMENSCHNEIDER, 74, Lakeland, Fla., formerly of Logansport, died at 8:35 a.m. Thursday at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakeland, Fla.

Born in Royal Center to Clarence W. and Margaret FICKLE GOOD, she married William RIEMENSCHNEIDER in 1949. He died Jan. 3, 1969.

Mrs. Riemenschneider, retired in 1993 as a teacher for Logansport Community Schools. She taught at Fairview Elementary and Columbia Elementary schools. While a resident of Lakeland, Fla., she enjoyed the beach and ocean and remained a fervent Indiana University basketball fan. She was a graduate of Indiana University.

Survivors include daughters, Trish and Rick BEAULIEU and Julie and Jeffrey GREEN, all of Rochester, Randi STRONG, Lakeland, Fla.; four grandchildren, Bill RIEMENSCHNEIDER and wife Kelly, Indianapolis, Brittin BEAULIEU, Chesterfield, Mo., Erin BEAULIEU, Lakeland, Fla., and Chelsey RIEMENSCHNEIDER, Logansport; a great-granddaughter, Alexa RIEMENSCHNEIDER.

Preceding in death with her husband was one son, Mark [RIEMENSCHNEIDER].

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Kroeger Funeral Home, 711 E. Market St., Logansport, with Rev. Donald RUHL officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until time of service. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, American Heart Fund or the Humane Society.

Mildred L. Shippy

Sept. 6, 1910 – Feb. 1, 2003

Mildred L. SHIPPY, 92, Rochester, died at 6 a.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital. She had been ill two weeks.

Born in Boonville to John M. and Margaret BENNIE JOHNSON, she married Emmitt D. SHIPPY April 7, 1932, in Ligonier. He died March 28, 1984.

Mrs. Shippy, a homemaker, came to Rochester in 1984 from Kendallville, where she resided since 1975. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester.

Survivors include one son, Stuart [SHIPPY] and wife Janet, Rochester; four daughters, Janis SWANK and husband Don, Kendallville, Betty CHAPMAN and husband Jerry, New Carlisle, Patricia WOLFF and husband Dorman, Elkhart, and Susan Kay WALTERS and husband Edward, South Bend; 16 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; one brother, Thomas M. JOHNSON, Kendallville.

Preceding in death was one sister, Lula Mae MILLARD.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Berhalter-Hutchins Funeral Home, Kendallville, with Rev. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be at Lake View Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church music department.

R. Wayne Smith

Feb. 22, 1922 – Jan. 31, 2003

Insurance man, civic leader Smith dies

Wayne SMITH, prominent civic leader and patriarch of Smith Sawyer Smith Insurance, died at his Lake Manitou home Friday.

Smith, 80, joined the Haskett and Jones Insurance Agency in 1949, and built it into one of the area’s leaders. It is now Smith Sawyer and Smith, where two of his three sons, Mart and Ron, [SMITH] his son-in-law, Jack SAWYER, and two grandchildren work.

Smith was involved in various community service and athletic organizations.

He was a past Rochester Chamber of Commerce president, past president and district director of Lions International and former 4-H Fair Board member. He helped form and charter the Fulton County United Way.

He was a 33rd Degree Mason and longtime Republican Party supporter.

He coached yourh baseball and basketball and was a high school and college basketball official throughout the north past of the state.

He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Afterwards, he attended Manchester College, an institution he was to support for the rest of his life. He and his wife, Virginia [SMITH], established a college scholarship fund for Fulton County students attending the college.

Manchester College recognized his gifts by naming the entrance gate to its outdoor athletic facilities for him.

Smith billed himself a poor farm boy from Macy when accepting the 1991 Community Service Award from the Rochester and Lake Manitou Chamber of Commerce.

“My utmost hope is to be able to, as a family and person, give back to the community the fulfillment and enjoyment I’ve had as part of the community,” he said during that awards ceremony. “I think this community is just the berries of a place to live.”

His son, Ron, received the Chamber service award last month. His son, Mart, has been president of the Rochester School Board for more than a decade. His daughter, Sandy [SAWYER], is a past president of the Fulton County Library board of trustees. His son, Terry [SMITH], built Rock Hollow Golf Course near Peru and is active in community affairs there.

R. Wayne SMITH, 80, died at 8:30 p.m. Friday at his 2009 Bessmore Park Road residence.

Born in Miami County to Benjamin and Emma WARD SMITH, he married Virginia V. BRYANT in January 1940. She survives.

Mr. Smith, a 1949 Manchester College graduate, joined Haskett and Jones Insurance Agency, now Smith, Sawyer & Smith Insurance in 1949 and moved to Rochester in 1953. Active in civic affairs throughout his career, he was president and district director of Lions International, president of Rochester Chamber of Commerce, received the Community Service Award in 1991, coached American Legion baseball, Buttermilk Bob’s basketball team and officiated high school and college basketball throughout northern Indiana 20 years. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Elks, Moose and Eagles lodges and the American Legion, all of Rochester, Lincoln Masonic Lodge, Macy, Orak and Mizpah Shrine and was a 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. He was a Manchester College trustee and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He enjoyed Masonic work, raising horses, golf, bridge and St. Louis Cardinals baseball.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Sandra SAWYER and husband Jack, Rochester; three sons, Terry [SMITH] and wife Rebecca, Peru, Ron [SMITH] and wife Maureen and Mart [SMITH], all of Rochester; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one sister, Marjorie MILLER, Richmond; one brother, Harold [SMITH], Warsaw.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, Benjamin.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call from 3-8 p.m. today at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, where a Masonic service will be at 8 p.m., and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Mary E. Troutman

March 19, 1910 – Jan. 31, 2003

Mary Elizabeth TROUTMAN, 92, Twin Falls, Idaho, died at 5 a.m. Friday at Sunbridge Care Center, Twin Falls.

Born in Kewanna to Hal P. and Elizabeth BARNETT TROUTMAN, she was a 1928 Kewanna High School graduate and attended business college in Chicago.

She was a clerk, agent and underwriter, among other jobs, at All State Insurance, which was in business only two years when she began. As promotions came and the company grew, she moved from Chicago to Philadelphia, to New York and back to Indianapolis for 15 years before retiring in 1975. She attended Catholic church.

Survivors include one brother, Charlie and wife Betty, MURTAUGH, Idaho; adopted sister, Ruthie SHAFFER, Rochester; four nieces, Nancy WERNER, Carmel, Barbara PELL and Merle, Lapel, Marigene STONE and husband Stephen, Monroe, Mich., Trudy HANEY, Akron; two nephews, Terry TROUTMAN and wife Darlene, Kewanna, Tim TROUTMAN, Leiters Ford; 13 great-nieces and nephews; several great-great-nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were three brothers, Dennis, Omer and Joe TROUTMAN.

Services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, with Rev. Stephen STONE officiating. Burial will be at Barnett Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from noon until time of service. Memorials may be made to Barnett Cemetery.

Norma J. Vance

Oct. 26, 1914 – Feb. 1, 2003

Norma Jean VANCE, 88, 521 W. Fourth St., died Saturday at Life Care Center, Rochester. She had been in failing health two years.

Born in Chicago, Ill., to Kenneth and Marguerite DENVER HOGLE, she married Glenn VANCE July 16, 1942, in South Dakota. He died in 1963.

Mrs. Vance came to Rochester in the summer of 1996 from Winston-Salem, N.C. She retired in 1971 as chief executive officer of Perfection Mica Corp., Bensenville, Ill., and was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, Women’s Auxiliary of the Eagles Lodge 852 and was a lover of animals, a sports car enthusiast and was actively involved with political issues.

Survivors include two daughters, Bobbee VANCE, Rochester, Joyce Ann VANCE, Fort Wayne; one son, Rick [VANCE] and wife Debbie, Rochester; six grandchildren, Bethany MONAHAN, Brooke CYGNAR, Edward Vance VICTOR, Kelley CASEY, Derrick and Courtney VANCE; two great-grandchildren, Gage and Hunter CYGNAR.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, with Father Joseph JACOB officiating. Burial will be at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Evanston, Ill. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Tuesday, February 4, 2003

Cody N. Erickson

Aug. 19, 1994 – Feb. 2, 2003

Cody N. ERICKSON, 8, 10772 King Rd., Plymouth, died at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Born in South Bend to Gregg and Kelly HIATT ERICKSON, he was a first grader at Washington Elementary School, Plymouth, and a member of Sunrise Chapel.

Surviving with his parents are one sister, Danielle [ERICKSON] and one brother, Gregory II [ERICKSON], both at home; paternal grandparents Bernard Jr. and Jan ERICKSON, Bremen; great-grandmother, Florence ERICKSON, Walkerton; maternal great-grandparents Phillip and Shirley HIATT, Plymouth.

Preceding in death was his grandmother, Lois ERICKSON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Sunrise Chapel, Plymouth, with Rev. Rustin KRAPTL officiating. Burial will be at Morris Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 W. Madison St., Plymouth, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to Washington Elementary School, 1500 Lake Ave., Plymouth, IN 46563.

Franklin Gross

Franklin GROSS, 55, 4330 N. Fulton County Road 750 West, died at 8:20 p.m. Monday at Hickory Creek of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Dorothy M. Kirk

Dorothy M. KIRK, 57, Culver, died at 10:42 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Wednesday, February 5, 2003

Franklin Gross Sr.

Aug. 18, 1947 – Feb. 3, 2003

Franklin GROSS Sr., 55, 9880 W. Erie Dr., died at 8:20 p.m. Monday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Plymouth to Lewis and Viola SNYDER GROSS, he married Karen MEFFORD April 9, 2001, in Rochester. She survives.

Mr. Gross was a fiberglass worker at Maax Midwest, Bremen.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three sons, Franklin [GROSS] Jr., Rochester, Marc [GROSS], Inwood, and Shane [GROSS] South Bend; five daughters, Autie GRAHAM, North Liberty, Dawn KUNTZ, Plymouth, Crystal RAMIREZ, South Bend, Marie GROSS, Kentucky, and Loretta GROSS, Rochester; 20 grandchildren; his mother, South Bend; three brothers, Lee Roy [GROSS], Walkerton, David [GROSS], Leiters Ford, Dale [GROSS], Kentucky; five sisters, Shirley BEAN, Mishawaka, Mary KRICK and Barbara FISHER, both of Plymouth, Janet BOYER, South Bend, and Linda JOHNSON, Arizona.

Preceding in death were two brothers.

Services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel, with Rev. Todd WILSON officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

D. Marie Kirk

Dec. 27, 1945 – Feb. 3, 2003

D. Marie KIRK, 57, Culver, died at 10:42 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Survivors include husband Robert W. [KIRK], at home; six daughters, Kathy NAVARRETTE, Midland, Texas, Glenda KIRK, Hawesville, Ky., Sharon SCHLEMMER, Warsaw, Cindy CLINGLER, W. College Corner, Candy WEAVER, Monterey, and Bobbie Kaye EDMONSON, Kewanna; two sons, Tom CHUMLEY, Houston, Texas, and Jim CHUMLEY, Winamac; three sisters, Maxine ROBBINS, Knox, Rosie NICHOLS, Biloxi, Miss., and Linda RUSSELL, Wheatfield.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel. Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

James G. Schipper

May 17, 1936 – Feb. 3, 2003

James G. SCHIPPER, 66, 486 N. Comstock St., Wabash, died at 1:50 p.m. Monday at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.

Born in Akron to Albert and Hazel BEHNEY SCHIPPER, he married Patricia SNOW July 27, 1956, in North Manchester. She survives.

Mr. Schipper retired in 1999 from E&B Paving, Rochester, where he was a heavy equipment operator. He was a member of Wabash Hanna Masonic Lodge and International Union of Operating Engineers 103, Kokomo. He was owner and operator of Schipper Asphalt Sealing, Wabash, and worked for McMahon O’Connor Construction, Rochester. He was involved in construction more than 40 years.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Monica COON and husband Kevin and Stacy JAMERSON, all of Wabash; five grandchildren, Jamie and Joshua COON, Dustin SCHIPPER, Blake and Matthew JAMERSON, all of Wabash; one great-grandson, Trey COON, Wabash; one brother, Leon [SCHIPPER] and wife Betty, Akron; two sisters, Betty

KOTTERMAN, Phoenix, Ariz., and Mary SHOCK, Tempe, Ariz.

Preceding in death were his parents, three brothers and one sister.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Manchester Avenue Chapel, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Rev. Danny BOONE officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Jerry L. Shelton

April 6, 1951 – Jan. 4, 2003

Jerry Lee SHELTON, 51, 300 Rodgers St., Gaffney, S.C., died Tuesday at Upstate Carolina Medical Center.

Born in Peru to Lonnie SHELTON and Jean Williams CHIVINGTON, he married Margaret CHARVONNEAU. She survives.

Mr. Shelton was a retired machinist.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are his father and stepmother, Lonnie and Judy SHELTON, Rochester; his mother, Jean CHIVINGTON, Mesa, Ariz.; two sons, David [SHELTON], Berlin, Germany, and Garrett [SHELTON] and wife Maria, Gaffney, S.C.; one brother, T.J. [SHELTON] and wife Chris, Rochester; one sister, Kathy KAISER, Apache Junction, Ariz.; two grandsons, Brandon SHELTON, Berlin, Germany, and David SHELTON, Gaffney, S.C.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Shuford-Hatcher Funeral Home, Gaffney, S.C. A memorial service will be held in Rochester at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Foundation through Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, 1101 Jefferson St., Rochester, IN 46975.

Thursday, February 6, 2003

Jazmin R. King

Jan. 10, 2003 - Feb. 4, 2003

Jazmin Renee KING, 25 days, died at 3:25 p.m. Tuesday at Riley Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis.

Survivors include her parents, Cherri RIALE and Travis KING, Monterey; maternal grandparents, Andrew and Charlotte RIALE, Argos; paternal grandparents Lonnie and Debbie KING, Monterey; great-grandparents, Iley and Evelyn RILEY, Plymouth, Halton and Lula FORTSON, Columbus, Ga., Juanita JACKSON, Gary, and Bonnie and Don WHITESELL, Bradenton, Fla.; great-great-grandparent Ore WATSON, Magnolia, Ark. one brother, Kia RIALE and one sister, Victoria RIALE, both at home.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. Burial will be at Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the family.

Dorothy M. Mitchell

April 4, 1924 - Feb. 5, 2003

Dorothy M. MITCHELL, 78, 433 E. 18th St., died at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Walkerton to Frank P. and Marjorie ROSS ULLERY, she married Howard E. MITCHELL Sept. 20, 1942, in Hammond. He survives.

Mrs. Mitchell was a Plymouth, Tyner and Rochester resident all of her life. She attended Tyner and Teegarden schools and graduated from Lincoln High School, Plymouth, with the class of 1942. She worked at Morris Dime Store 10 years and in Lord’s Dress Shop for four years, both businesses in Plymouth.

She enjoyed playing the guitar, organ and piano. She was a member of Blissful Church of the Brethren. She will be remembered for her devotion and love for her family. Her family was everything to her. She loved being with them and always wanted her grandchildren around her.

Surviving with her husband of 60 years are two daughters, Connie Lou MITCHELL, Rochester, and Sharon K. WILLYERD and husband Ed, Lakeland, Fla.; one son, Monte D. MITCHELL, Rochester; nine grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and one sister, Lelah L. HENDRY, North Manchester.

Preceding in death were her parents and two brothers, Lester and Raymond ULLERY.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, with Rev. Glen MITCHELL officiating. Burial will be at New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or American Lung Association.

Ed Powlen

May 28, 1953 - Feb. 4, 2003

Ed POWLEN, 49, 570 Juniper Rd., Bremen, died at 10:20 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, after battling cancer.

Born in Logansport to Robert and Joyce RENTSCHLER POWLEN, he married Lori JOHANSON July 15, 1994. She survives.

Mr. Powlen moved to the Bremen area in 1992. A 1972 Caston High School graduate, he worked at Hop Cap, Bremen, for 15 years and currently at Covermaster, Elkhart. He was co-owner of Trans Truk, Inc.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are his mother, Kewanna; three sons, Aaron [POWLEN], South Bend, Ryan [POWLEN], Mishawaka, and Brad [POWLEN], Star City; one step-daughter, Liza JACKSON, Rochester; one step=-son, Joshua LOVELACE, Mishawaka; two sisters, Sue WALTERS, Carmel, LuAn CONNOR, Kewanna; two brothers, Jay and Phil [POWLEN], both of Kewanna; three step-grandchildren.

Precedig in death was his father on Dec. 22, 2002.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen, with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be at Bremen Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Friday, February 7, 2003

Bruce Reed

Aug. 22, 1949 – Feb. 6, 2003

Bruce REED, 53, 661 S. County Road 900 East, Akron, died at 4:35 a.m. Thursday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Survivors include two brothers, Clyde and George [REED], both of Akron.

Services will be private and there is no visitation. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of arrangements.

Saturday, February 8, 2003

Helen U. Federer

May 26, 1923 - Feb. 6, 2003

Helen U. FEDERER, 79, Wolcott, died at 1:30 a.m. Thursday at the Monticello Assisted Living and Healthcare Center, Monticello. Survivors include one daughter, Janice BROOKS, Wolcott, two sons, John FEDERER and Ed FEDERER, both of Wolcott, three sisters, Rita CHAPMAN, Winamac, Wilma KOEBCKE, Rensselaer, and Anna FLOHR, Ft. Wayne, and seven grandchildren. Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at the Sacrd Heart Catholic Church, Remington. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday.

John Hollar

John HOLLAR, 89, 8232 E. 16th Road, Argos, died Friday at 4:15 p.m. at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Monday, February 10, 2003

Gloria A. Edwards

Nov. 7, 1948 – Feb. 8, 2003

Gloria A. EDWARDS, 54, 11548 W. South Park Rd., Kewanna (Lake Bruce), formerly of Gary, died at 8 p.m. Saturday at her residence.

Born in Gary to Audley and Maxine HINES SKINNER, she married Daniel K. EDWARDS Nov. 17, 1984, in Gary. He survives.

Mrs. Edwards retired from R & L Department Store, Gary, where she was a seamstress. She was a member of Kewanna First Baptist Church and the Calumet High School Class of 1967.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one brother, Aaron SKINNER, Gary; and one sister, Jany FLUD, Gary.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel, with Rev. John COCHRAN officiating. Friends may call from 3 p.m. until time of service Tuesday at the funeral home.

John K. Hollar

Aug. 29, 1913 – Feb. 7, 2003

John K. HOLLAR, 89, 8232 E. 16th Rd., Argos, died at 4:15 p.m. Friday at Pilgrim Manor, Plymouth.

Survivors include one daughter, Melba HAMMAN, Argos; six sons, Richard, Lowell, William, James and Carl [HOLLAR], all of Argos, and Harvey [HOLLAR], Mishawaka; and one brother, LaVern [HOLLAR], Etna Green.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Bruce LENZ officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Marshall County Hospice.

Frances M. Morris

Feb. 13, 1909 – Feb. 8, 2003

Frances M. MORRIS, 93, 374 Madison Ave., Peru, died at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Survivors include one son, Stanley SISK, Peru; and one daughter, Jackquine MADISON, Tennessee.

No services are planned. Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, is in charge of arrangements.

Robert Phend

Robert PHEND, 74, died at 8:45 p.m. Sunday at his residence at 10013 16th Rd., Argos.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Cheryl Grossman Tew

Jan. 13, 1952 – Feb. 8, 2003

Cheryl GROSSMAN TEW, 51, 17092 Old U.S. 31, Argos, died at 12:45 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. She had suffered from Lupus disease for three and one-half years.

Born in Rochester to Dale and Delores MILLER GROSSMAN, she married Wayne TEW June 24, 1973, at Tippecanoe Community Church. He survives.

Mrs. Tew returned to Argos in 2002, after living in Alvarado, Texas, for 17 years. A 1970 Argos High School graduate, she was a secretary at Alcon Laboratories, Fort Worth, Texas, for four years, at Moody Bible Institute, Chicago, Ill., for five years, at General Dynamics, Fort Worth, Texas, for seven years, and she was a homemaker. She was a member of Thompson Baptist Church, Alvarado, Texas.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are her parents, of Argos; one son, Mark W. [TEW], Irving, Texas, four sisters, Kandi S. DUNHAM and husband Kevin, Argos, Pamela K. BUESKING and husband Paul, Kokomo, Robin L. REICHARD and husband David, Warsaw, and Jodi A. GROSSMAN, Elwood; two brothers, Bruce A. GROSSMAN and wife Joanne, New Ross, and Roger D. GROSSMAN and wife Holly, Winona Lake; seven nieces and three nephews.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Tippecanoe Community Church with Rev. Ken TODD officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to the Baptist Children’s Home, Valparaiso.

Paul N. Shaffer

April 27, 1935 – Feb. 8, 2003

Paul N. SHAFFER, 67, 580 E. Second St., Peru, died Saturday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

Survivors include his wife, Edith LESLIE SHAFFER, at home; one daughter, Julie WALKER, Peru; three sons, Kenneth [SHAFFER], Peru, Michael [SHAFFER], Amboy, and Nick [SHAFFER], Osceola; one brother, Robert [SHAFFER], Mexico; one sister, Nancy NOONAN, Rochester.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be at Marion National Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Tuesday, February 11, 2003

Lillian A. Cunningham

Jan. 28, 1908 – Feb. 10, 2003

Lillian A. CUNNINGHAM, 95, 1429 College Ave., died at 12:20 p.m. Monday at Hickory Creek of Rochester, where she had been a patient. She was in failing health one month.

Born in Union County, Tenn., to Richard J. and Rose Ann COLVIN GRAVES, she married Walter A. CUNNINGHAM in February 1949 at Burton United Methodist Church. He died in June, 1976.

Mrs. Cunningham, a homemaker, was a member of Burton United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women, both of Rochester, and she and her late husband had been very active in the former Akron Jonah Club, where she was a member more than 20 years. She was a Rochester resident for 70 years, coming from Kokomo.

Survivors include three daughters, Velma SMITH and husband Donald, LaPorte, Mary R. HILL and husband Bill, Peru, Martha A. SLAYBAUGH and fiancee Dean EAKRIGHT, Rochester; one son, William E. DAGUE and wife Dorothy, Kokomo; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; two half brothers, Lyle and Larry BROCK, both of Florida.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one daughter, Juanita DAGUE, one son, Richard DAGUE, one sister, Juanita McKEE, and two brothers, Troy FRANKLIN and Leroy GRAVES.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Will LAWSON officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Burton United Methodist Church.

Robert “Bill” Phend

May 28, 1928 – Feb. 9, 2003

Robert “Bill” PHEND, 74, died at 8:45 p.m. Sunday at his residence at 10013 16th Rd., Argos.

Survivors include his wife, Harriet Irene EPPERT PHEND, Goshen; four daughters, Brenda G. VAUGHAN, Middlebury, Vicky L. SNYDER, Bourbon, Cynthia J. BRAUNEKER, Beaver Dam Lake, Pamela K. PHEND, Maurrice, Mich.; two sons, Robert W. [PFEND] Jr., Waco, Texas, and Jim A. [PFEND] Plymouth; and two sisters, Betty STROUDER and Marilyn J. FETTERS, both of Nappanee.

There will be a gathering at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Jim Phend residence, 7300 Queen Rd., Plymouth. Burial at sea will be held at a later date. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, February 12, 2003

Delores M. Ogle

March 12, 1934 – Feb. 12, 2003

Delores Mae OGLE, 68, died at 12:21 a.m. Wednesday at her 1601 Monroe St. residence following a short illness.

Born in Hanna to Arthur William and Helen Ellen HAZEN HUNDT, she married John C. OGLE Jan. 21, 1950, in Plymouth. He died July 28, 1984.

Mrs. Ogle was a Fulton County resident for 52 years, coming here from the Bremen area in Marshall County. She retired in 1986 after 22 years at General Tire Corp., Wabash. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rochester, where she was active in the Luther Ann’s. She was also a member of the Women of the Moose Lodge 1107, Rochester, and the United Steelworkers Union Local 626, Wabash.

Survivors include one son, Donald J. [OGLE] and wife Jean, Rochester; five daughters, Carole L. DALE and Doris Jean JACKSON, Gloria D’AMICO and husband Donald and Julie LEHMAN and husband Shane, all of Rochester, and Sandra Kay BAHNEY and husband Dennis, Sharpsville; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; eight sisters, Louella POWELL, Plymouth, Judy LOHAGEN and husband Dick, Pottstown, Penn., Carolyn COLBURN and husband David, Newark, Ohio, Barbara HARRINGTON and husband Steve, Bremen, Tynna WALENGA and husband Mike, Bremen, Catherine GARZA and companion Mike, Plymouth, Lila HARMON and husband Bill, New Hope, Ky., and Patricia IGELSKI and husband Raymond, Wabash; six brothers, Robert HUNDT, Richard HUNDT and wife Loretta, all of Plymouth, William F. HUNDT and wife Donna, Bremen, George HUNDT, of Illinois, Paul HUNDT and wife Chris, Plymouth, and Francis HUNDT and wife Robbin, LaGrange.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one sister, Beverly Jean DAVIS, Jan. 27, 2003, and one brother, Arthur HUNDT Jr.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rochester, with Rev. Jim WASMUTH officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery, southeast of Rochester. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, or one hour prior to services at the church. The family requests memorials be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County or the American Cancer Society. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Thursday, February 13, 2003

Olive L. Shidler

Olive L. SHIDLER, 88, formerly of Kewanna, died at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday at her daughter’s Chicago, Ill., residence.

Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Shirley A. Yakym

Oct. 6, 1934 – Feb. 11, 2003

Shirley A. YAKYM, 68, of York Rd., South Bend, died Tuesday at St. Joseph Medical Center, South Bend.

Survivors include her husband, Rudy YAKYM Sr., at home, five sons, Rudy [YAKYM] Jr., South Bend, Chuck and Steve [YAKYM], both of Mishawaka, Frank [YAKYM], South Bend, and James [YAKYM] Sr., Honolulu, Hawaii; one daughter, Victoria J. ALEXY, South Bend; one brother, Leonard KLINE, San Ramon, Calif.; three sisters, Carol CARTER, Elkhart, Delores ROUNDS and Marlene GRUDZINSKI, both of Mishawaka.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Life Baptist Church. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Chapel Hill Funeral Home, 10776 McKinley Highway, Osceola.

Sharon K. “Kathy” Pritchett-Giles

Jan. 29, 1956 – Feb. 11, 2003

Sharon Kathleen “Kathy” PRITCHETT-GILES, 47, 308 Apple St., Argos, died at 5:22 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth, as a result of chronic heart problems.

Born in Plymouth to Arnold M. Sr. and Dorothy R. REYNOLDS RHOADS, she graduated from Plymouth High School in 1975.

She was a cook at the highly regarded Grandma’s Kitchen, Argos, for approximately two years. Previously, she had worked for more than 10 years at Ristance, Argos. She was a dedicated mother and enjoyed baking, making many goodies for her family and friends. Her specialties were cinnamon rolls and crescent rolls, hot out of the oven. She liked watching movies and spending as much time as possible with her children, playing games and having good times.

She was a long-time member of Tiosa Brethren Church. In Plymouth she attended

Plymouth Baptist Church.

She is survived by one daughter, Ashley PRITCHETT, Roch-ester, and one son, Christopher GILES, Argos; two brothers, Arnold M. RHOADS and wife Pat, Plymouth, and Dennis A. RHOADS and wife Amy, South Bend; one sister, Mary Ellen ROBERTSON, Wellsley, Mass.; one aunt, Winnie POWELL, Naples, Fla.; and seven nieces and nephews and two cousins.

Preceding in death were her parents and one brother, Paul Lee RHOADS.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home. 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, with Rev. Richard GRILLEY, assistant pastor of Plymouth Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be at New Oakhill Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Pregnancy Care Center or to a trust fund established for her children.

Friday, February 14, 2003

Alma L. Schell

Aug. 20, 1914 – Feb. 13, 2003

Alma Lou SCHELL, 88, Wynnfield Crossing, formerly of 2298 E. 300 North, Rochester, died at 12:55 p.m. Thursday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Logansport to Gerry and Elizabeth KETTERING KNOWLTON, she married Vernon SCHELL June 1, 1937, in Logansport. He died June 8, 2001.

Mrs. Schell was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and Order of the Eastern Star, both of Rochester. She was a former secretary for Rochester attorney James O. Wells.

Survivors include two sisters, Lois ZECH, Grand Rapids, Mich., and Alice WHITE and husband Jack, Cedar Springs, Mich.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and one brother, Robert KNOWLTON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. John Lutheran Church with Rev. Jim WASMUTH officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Logansport. Friends may call from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church.

Olive L. Shidler

Feb. 14, 1914 – Feb. 12, 2003

Olive L. SHIDLER, 88, formerly of Kewanna, died at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday at her daughter’s Chicago, Ill., residence.

Born in White County to George and Leona GOSS COCHRAN, she married Darl E. SHIDLER May 9, 1933, in Crown Point. He died Dec. 20, 1996.

Mrs. Shidler, a homemaker, was a member of Kewanna Baptist Church. She liked working in her garden.

Survivors include one daughter, Darlene BIRD, Chicago, Ill.; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mable GEISLER, Kewanna, Edna CONRAD, Monticello, and Myrtle FITZ, Peru.

Preceding in death with her husband were one brother and two sons.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel, with Rev. John COCHRAN officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home and from 10 a.m. Sunday until time of service. Memorials may be made to Kewanna Baptist Church.

Saturday, February 15, 2003

Alma L. Schell

Aug. 20, 1914 - Feb. 13, 2003

An Eastern Star Service will be held for Alma L. SCHELL, 88, Wynnfield Crossing, formerly of 2298 E. 300 North, Rochester, who died at 12:55 p.m. Thursday at Hickory Creek of Rochester, at 6 p.m. Sunday at the Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. John Lutheran Church with Rev. Jim WASMUTH officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Logansport. Friends may call from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church.

Monday, February 17, 2003

Dale A. “Steve” Milliser

Aug. 15, 1921 – Feb. 16, 2003

Dale A. “Steve” MILLISER, 81, 2354 Westside Dr., died at 5:30 a.m. Sunday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Fulton County to Surph and Cora BRUCE MILLISER, he married Madge CARR on Jan. 31, 1947, at St. John Lutheran Church, Rochester. She survives.

Mr. Milliser worked for Nickel Plate Railroad and was a carpenter. He was a U.S. Marine Corp. veteran of World War II, having served in the South Pacific Theater as a gunner aboard a B-24. He was a member of Odd Fellows Lodge, Eagles Lodge, Manitou Moose Lodge and American Legion, all of Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one son, John [MILLISER] and wife Linda, Rochester; two granddaughters, Amy MILLER and husband Gavin, Goshen, and Andrea MILLISER, Rochester.

Preceding in death were his parents, one brother and two sisters.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Joseph JACOB officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Military graveside rites will be conducted by the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, both Rochester posts. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Mental Health Association.

Tuesday, Febriary 18, 2003

Juanita V. Fox

Nov. 2, 1912 – Feb. 16, 2003

Juanita V. FOX, 90, Plymouth, died at 12:50 p.m. Sunday at Our Lady of Peace, South Bend.

No services are planned. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements.

Norma M. Wagoner

Aug. 8, 1936 – Feb. 17, 2003

Norma Marie WAGONER, 66, 16925 W. Lincoln Highway, Plymouth, died at 3:50 a.m. Monday at Walnut Creek Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Survivors include her husband, Cleon A. [WAGONER], at home; five daughters, Vonda OLSON, Marie PRICE and Londa BACA, all of Plymouth, Ronda MILLER, Goshen, and Rinda NETTROUER, Argos; one son, Cleon A. [WAGONER], Culver; her mother, Marie ROBBINS, Plymouth; one sister, Lena “Toge” NEWMAN, Florida; two brothers, Norman and Joe ROBBINS, both of Plymouth.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Herb HIATT officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Wednesday, February 19, 2003

Betty L. Utter Francis

Nov. 27, 1935 – Feb. 16, 2003

Betty Lorraine UTTER FRANCIS, 67, 116 W. Center St., Burket, died at 11:30 p.m. Sunday at Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis.

Survivors include husband, John W. [FRANCIS], at home; two daughters, Pam SHERWOOD, North Manchester, Sandy ADAMS, Salem, Ohio; three sons, Robert and Shawn [FRANCIS], both of Rochester, and Bill [FRANCIS], Syracuse; one stepson, Bryon [FRANCIS], North Manchester.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Cook’s Chapel, Warsaw. No visitation is planned.

Thursday, February 20, 2003

Richard Pontius

July 19, 1930 – Feb. 14, 2003

Richard PONTIUS, 72, died at approximately 10:30 p.m. Feb. 14 at his residence at 12495 N. Kosciusko County Road 700 West, Lot 2, Silver Lake.

Survivors include five brothers, Lawrence [PONTIUS], Sturgis, Mich., Omar [PONTIUS], Wabash, Robert and Russell [PONTIUS], both of Warsaw, and Paul [PONTIUS], Silver Lake.

Services will be conducted at a later date. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements,

Betty Roberson

March 24, 1921 – Feb. 19, 2003\

Betty [ROBERSON], 81, 2 Chase Park, Logansport, died at 6:32 a.m. Wednesday at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Survivors include two sons, James W. [ROBERSON], Logansport, Gary D., [ROBERSON] Mishawaka; one daughter, Linda L. DYSON, North Manchester; one half brother, Oliver WADE, Delphi; stepbrother, Joseph LANE, Fountaintown; five stepsisters, Dorothy SHULY, of Indiana, May BROWN, Logansport, Mary Jane PETERSON, Rensselaer, Olive WADE, Carmel, and Nancy BERRY, Royal Center.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Fisher Funeral Chapel, 1801 Chase Rd., Logansport. Friends may call one hour prior to services.

Friday, February 21, 2003

Bernard J. Peters

Bernard J. PETERS, 85, 158 S. Kosciusko County Road 800 West, Warsaw, died at 1:10 a.m. today at Peabody Retirement Community.

Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Saturday, February 22, 2003

Bernard J. Peters

Jan. 25, 1918 - Feb. 21, 2003

Bernard J. PETERS, 85, 158 S. Kosciusko County Road 800 West, Warsaw, died at 1:10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21, 2003, at Peavody Retirement Community, North Manchester.

Born Jan. 25, 1918, to Anthony and Aleda LUCASSEN PETERS in Didam, Netherlands, he married Johanna R. MENTING, on April 27, 1949 at Keynbord, Netherlands. She survives at home.

He moved to this area in 1949 from the Netherlands. He was a dairy farmer. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Warsaw, and the Moose Lodge. He was with the Dutch Cavalry. He became a United States citizen in 1954.

Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Ted (Mary) SHOEMAKER, North Webster; Mrs. Rich (Eileen) BRADFORD, North Manchester, and Mrs. Fritz (Diana) MILLER, Madison, Wisconsin; four sons, Anthony G. PETERS, Chester, W Va., Gary PETERS, Indianapolis, Darryl and wife Deb PETERS, Warsaw, Ronald J. PETERS, Warsaw; fifteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Ann CORNELESEN, Didam, Netherlands; two brothers, Gerrit and Antoon PETERS, both of Didam, Netherlands. He was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers.

An 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, Feb. 24, 2003, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Warsaw with Monsignor James J. WOLF officiating. Visitation is 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. A Rosary service follows at 5 p.m. Burial will be in Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green.

Donald G. Myers

March 1, 1915 - Feb. 21, 2003

Donald G. MYERS, 87, Chili, died at 3:14 a.m. Friday at Millers Merry Manor, Peru. Survivors include his wife, Helen Louise MYERS, six daughters, Donna LIPP, Fishers, Darlene RICHESON, Colorado, Diana SUNDAY, Perryasburg, Denella BROWNING, Peru, Dawn MYERS and Dara YORK, both of Indianapolis; two sons, Donald MYERS and Daniel MYERS, both of Peru; one brother, Walter MYERS, and two sisters, Jean HORTH and Joan ALFORD. Services are at 3 p.m. Monday at McCain Funeral Home, Denver, Ind. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday and from 2 to 3 p.m. Monday.

Monday, February 24, 2003

Thomas V. Buskirk

Dec. 3, 1933 – Feb. 22, 2003

Thomas V. BUSKIRK, 69, 100 W. Tyner Dr., Warsaw, died at 12:10 a.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Born in Warsaw to Thomas B. and Hilda Irene JAMES BUSKIRK, he married Patricia OLSON ROGERS July 13, 1999, in Warsaw. She survives.

Mr. Buskirk, a lifetime Warsaw resident, was a real estate investor, broker and auctioneer. He was a member of Leesburg United Methodist Church. He served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two stepdaughters, Debra NIELSON and husband Len, Winona Lake, Denise Lynn ROGERS, Arcadia; one stepson, David Michael ROGERS, Leesburg; one sister, Becki DAVIS and husband Stephen, Leesburg; three stepgrandchildren.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Home, 2290 Provident Court, Warsaw, with Rev. Bob BROWN officiating. Burial will be at Leesburg Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Our Father’s House or Combined Community Services.

Pauline G. “Polly” Holland

Sept. 27, 1917 – Feb. 21, 2003

Pauline G. “Polly” Vayett HOLLAND, 85, formerly of Macy, died at 6:40 p.m. Friday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Born in Richmond to Warren and Ella Mae OWENS VAYETT, she married Albert W. HOLLAND July 25, 1933, in Logansport. He preceded her in death.

Mrs. Holland was a Macy resident for 46 years, moving to Deedsville for 17 years and then to Peru. She was a member of Macy United Methodist Church and New Life Praise and Worship Center, Peru. She worked at Essex Wire, Peru, and retired from Chamberlin’s, Akron, in 1979. She was also a care giver.

Survivors include two daughters, Mary MYERS, Logansport, Waynetta DOUGLASS and husband Melvin, Walton; three sons, Paul [HOLLAND] and wife Linda, Denver, Robert [HOLLAND] and wife Reba, Deedsville, and James [HOLLAND] and wife Marilyn, Riverdale, Mich.; 13 grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, five sisters, two brothers, two granddaughters and one son-in-law.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Larry UMWALT officiating. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Larry L. “Wolf” Potter

May 6, 1965 – Feb. 22, 2003

Larry L. “Wolf” POTTER, 37, 530 W. Olson Rd., died at 1:40 a.m. Saturday at Battle Creek Health Care System, Battle Creek, Mich., where he had been a patient for one week.

Born in Battle Creek, Mich., to Ronald L. and Ann HALL POTTER, he married Rhonda HERRELL April 6, 2002, in Rochester. She survives.

Mr. Potter came to Rochester in June 2002 from Battle Creek, Mich. He had been in failing health for two months. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 852, Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two sons, Dale KOCHENDERFER, Rochester, Adam HAUSEL, Battle Creek, Mich.; one daughter, Lisa BUCKINGHAM, Battle Creek, Mich.; his mother, Ann AXTELL, Battle Creek, Mich.; father and stepmother, Ronald and Norma POTTER, Peru; four sisters, Tracy RISNER and husband Fritz, Rochester; Genny POTTER and Ronda HERPIN and husband Roy, all of Battle Creek, Mich., Debbie RUSERT, Peru; one brother, Henry POTTER and friend Lori, Battle Creek, Mich.; one brother-in-law, Larry RICHARDS, Battle Creek, Mich.; nieces, Amber RICHARDS, Kelly HERPIN, Shelbie RISNER, Michelle, Tabatha and Samantha STYLES and Brittany HERRELL; nephews, Cruiz and Jeff RISNER, Gary RICHARDS, Roy HERPIN II, Joe and John POTTER, Aaron and Mikey HERRELL; great nieces and nephews, Mark, Nicole, Michael and Brittany SNELL, Ryan, Jaycob and Roy HERPIN III.

Preceding in death was one brother.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Dr. Mark SPENCER officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at the Genny Potter residence, 600 Jameson St., Battle Creek, Mich.

Tuesday, February 25, 2003 to Wednesday, Febrary 26, 2003

[no obits]

Thursday, February 27, 2003

Thomas H. Fitzpatrick

Sept. 12, 1919 – Feb. 25, 2003

Thomas Henry FITZPATRICK, 83, died Tuesday at his Macy residence.

Born in Pulaski County to Thomas John and Blanche GROCK FITZPATRICK, he married Grace Charlene CLEMANS March 18, 1950, at Gilead Methodist Church. She died Dec. 14, 1989.

Mr. Fitzpatrick was a World War II U.S. Army veteran, serving in Hawaii and Panama. He worked for Robison Homes, Peru.

Survivors include one daughter, Debra A. CADWALLADER, Denver; two sons, Gregory Scott and Gary Brian [FITZPATRICK], both of Macy; five grandchildren, Kasi N. CADWALLADER, Shannon, Joseph B., Daniel H. and Thomas G. FITZPATRICK; three great-grandsons, Aleck, Braden and Shea; one brother, Richard FITZPATRICK and wife Irene, Macy; six sisters, Sue DILLMAN and husband Don, Kokomo, Katherine THOMPSON and husband Francis, Akron, Roberta ROTH and husband William, Fort Wayne, Marlene KLINE and husband Robert, Mexico, Kay FISHER and husband Norman, Denver, and Patty ALMAN, Peru; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with his wife were one sister, Margaret VanDALSEN, and two brothers, Leonard and Leon [FITZPATRICK].

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Stan OWENS officiating. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Clista M. Nicodemus

July 15, 1912 – Feb. 26, 2003

Clista Marie NICODEMUS, 90, died Wednesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Survivors include three daughters, Breva Jane BISHOP, South Bend, Nora Kathren YOUNG, Bremen, and Janet SHERWOOD; three sons, Walter SHERWOOD, Romoland, Calif., and Paul STULL and John QUIGLEY; three sisters, Evelena BARCAS and Ollie HOWARD, both of Plymouth.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at New Oakhill Cemetery Chapel, Plymouth. Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, is in charge of arrangements.

Rebecca Robison

Rebecca ROBINSON, 84, 116 Madison St., died at 11:27 p.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Roy “Roger” Tracy

Sept. 20, 1940 – Feb. 25, 2003

Roy “Roger” TRACY, 62, 3120 Baugher Dr., Tippecanoe, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend went home to be with the Lord at 5:07 p.m. Tuesday at his residence. Born in Pinsonfork, Ky., to Walter and Dorothy DAVIS TRACY, he married Juanita MAY June 4, 1960, in Wise, Va. She survives.

Mr. Tracy worked at Medtronic-Sofamor Danek, Warsaw. He previously owned and operated Tracy’s Service Center, Tippecanoe, and was a volunteer fireman for Tippecanoe Township Fire Department. He came to Indiana in 1972 from Detroit, Mich. He attended Warsaw Bible Church and was a member of Rock ‘N Roll Cruisers car club, known as the owner of the “Betty Boop Car” for several years.

He never forgot a joke or funny stories of family and friends. He was a special friend and will be deeply missed by many. We rest in the knowledge he will be awaiting the arrival of each of his friends and family members inside heaven’s gate.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three sons, Roger [TRACY] and wife Tacey and their five children and two great-grandchildren, of Syracuse, Richard [TRACY] and wife Richelle and their three children, of Etna Green, and Randall [TRACY] and wife Melissa and their four children, of Leesburg; two brothers, Ronald [TRACY] and wife Bonnie, Greenup, Ky., and Randall [TRACY] and wife Rita, Pinsonfork, Ky.; and one sister, Jean FIELDS, Grand Rapids, Mich. Several nieces, nephews, and grand and great-nephews and nieces also survive, including special nephew Bob VERNATTER and wife Shelley, Tippecanoe, and special niece Rhonda ELLIOTT and husband Roger, Tippecanoe.

Preceding in death were his parents, two sisters, Loretta Gail and Eleanor Lynn, [TRACY] and one son, Roy [TRACY] Jr.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, with Revs. Ken TODD and Douglas FRITZELL officiating. Burial will be at Summit Chapel Cemetery, Tippecanoe. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association, 319 S. Main St., South Bend, IN 46601, or to Warsaw Bible Church, P.O. Box 516, Warsaw, IN 46581.

Friday, February 28, 2003

Betty J. Baker

Aug. 30, 1918 – Feb. 27, 2003

Betty Jane BAKER, 84, died at 4:45 p.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Survivors include several cousins.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Mt. Zion Cemetery. Friends may call from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Monday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Madilene Minix

Madilene MINIX, 69, 518 N. Maple St., Argos, died at 1:40 p.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth Campus. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Rebecca Robison

April 4, 1918 – Feb. 26, 2003

Rebecca ROBISON, 84, 1116 Madison St., died at 11:27 p.m. Wednesday in the Woodlawn Hospital emergency room shortly after arrival.

Born in Damascus, Ark., to Tom Irvin and Emily Elsie RUSSELL HERRING, she married Jack WINFREY. He preceded in death. She married James ROBISON. He also preceded in death.

Mrs. Robison was in failing health for three months. She came to Rochester from Phoenix, Ariz., two months ago. She had lived in Eugene, Ore., before moving to Phoenix. She was a homemaker.

Survivors include four daughters, Madie Lee OBERG, Rochester, Mary Elsie BOGART and husband Don, Rainier, Ore., Judy Ann WINFREY, Lebanon, Ore., and Teresa Ann CLAYTON and husband Joe, Phoenix, Ariz.; four sons, Don WINFREY and wife Evelyn, Tuscon, Ariz., Carl WINFREY and wife Nancy, Tommy David WINFREY and wife Carlene and Gary WINFREY, all of Phoenix, Ariz.; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and great-great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husbands were her parents, two sisters and two brothers.

Graveside services will be conducted March 8 at Pioneer Old Sailor Cemetery, Noti, Ore. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Earnest L. Young

Aug. 12, 1924 – Feb. 27, 2003

Earnest L. YOUNG, 78, residing on Miami Road, South Bend, died at 1 a.m. Thursday at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Born in Rochester to Everett and Mazy CLINE YOUNG, he married Claudia F. BOWLES Dec. 24, 1945, in Leiters Ford. She survives.

Mr. Young moved to South Bend from Leiters Ford in 1959. He retired in 1986 from Allied Signal, where he was a set-up man, after 38 years service. He was a member of Ireland Road Church of God and formerly attended Calvary Temple.

Surviving with his loving wife of 57 years, Claudia [YOUNG], are two daughters, Sandra Sue KALISTER, South Bend, Pamela Jean GRESHAM and husband Ron, Knoxville, Tenn.; one son, Ronald [YOUNG] and wife Lisa, Lebanon; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Bonnie RICKS, Francesville, and Shirley HANNAWICH, Wheatfield; and two brothers, Richard YOUNG, Culver, and Gerald YOUNG, Thorntown.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Palmer Funeral Home-Guisinger Chapel, 3718 S. Michigan St., South Bend, with Rev. Paul MURRAY and Rev. J. Mark MUNCY officiating. Graveside services and burial will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Osceola. Friends may call from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Paul Murray Evangelistic Association, 1848 St. Michael’s Court, South Bend, IN 46614.

Saturday, March 1, 2003

Madilene Minix

March 27, 1933 - Feb. 27, 2003

Madilene MINIX, 69, 518 N. Maple St., Argos, died at 1:40 p.m. Thursday in St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

Survivors include one daughter, Carol PAYNE, Indianapolis; two sisters, Ella McFARLAND, Knox, Orlean ALLEN, Winamac; three brothers, Edgar SMITH, Knox, Homer SMITH, Union Mills, and Sam BARNETT, Walkerton.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Friends may call from noon until time of service. Memorials may be made to charity or donor’s choice.

Monday, March 3, 2003

Jon T. Trimmer

Nov. 10, 1940 – Feb. 26, 2003

Jon T. TRIMMER, 62, died of natural causes at approximately 7 a.m. Wednesday at his 107 Phillips St., Kewanna, residence. He had been in failing health.

Born in Anderson to Lee Edward and Jane O’ROARK TRIMMER, he married Linda KEELER May 22, 1999, in Rochester.

Mr. Trimmer came to Fulton County four years ago from Anderson. He was a 1959 Logansport High School graduate and served as a veterans service officer in Pensacola, Fla., for several years. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was a lifetime member of the American Legion, Anderson. He was also a member of the LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post 36, Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1343 and Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 852, all of Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are his parents, Lee and Jane TRIMMER, Port St. Lucie, Fla.; two sisters, Teri and husband Robert LeBLANC, Hollywood, Fla., and Lori NEWHOUSE, Port St. Lucie, Fla.; one brother, Greg TRIMMER, Phoenix, Ariz.; and one niece and one nephew.

Preceding in death were one sister, Susan TRIMMER, and one brother, Brian TRIMMER.

Military graveside services will be at Marion National Veterans Administration Cemetery, Marion. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

John E. Turner

John Elliott TURNER, 71, died at 11:35 a.m. Saturday at his Auburn residence.

Born in Muncie to John Henry and Anna B. JARRELL TURNER, he married Sharon JUNKIN Aug. 18, 1961, in Peru. She survives.

Mr. Turner was a teacher at Akron High School and retired from teaching in 1996 after 37 years at DeKalb Central High School. He was a member of Waterloo United Methodist Church and former member of Waterloo Lions Club.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two sons, John H. [TURNER] and wife Terri and David J. [TURNER] and wife Mai, all of Auburn; one daughter, Anna FELLER and husband Carter, Auburn; five grandchildren, Gregory Allen and Kyle Edward FELLER, Meredith Ellen, John Elliott and Evan David TURNER; four brothers, Joseph [TURNER], Yorktown, James and David, [TURNER] both of Muncie, and Robert [TURNER], Brookeville, Ohio; two sisters, Martha LUTZ, Spring Port, and Lois WHEELER, Zionsville.

Preceding in death was one sister, Henrietta SEIDNER.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Feller Funeral Home, Waterloo, with Rev. John HOSTETTER officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, Auburn, where the American Legion of Auburn will conduct graveside rites. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Waterloo United Methodist Church or DeKalb Memorial Hospice.

Eva M. Wise

Sept. 4, 1912 – Feb. 28, 2003

Eva Marie WISE, 90, died Friday at her Chesterton residence.

Born in Monterey to Edward and Anna YOUNG REINHOLT, she married Arnold WISE Aug. 1, 1979, in Liberty Township. He died April 27, 1990.

Mrs. Wise was a former post-master in Fulton County and owned and operated Jones Grocery, Delong, for 47 years. A 1929 graduate of Aubbeenaubbee High School, she was a member of First Christian Church, Chesterton. She was a former member of Bonner Senior Center.

Survivors include one daughter, Melinda JONES, Chesterton; three grandchildren, Crystal WHITE, Darlene CRIDER and Carlene CARTER; 10 great-grandchildren, Jon, Elizabeth, Rebekah, Timothy, Ryne, David, Robert, James, Miriam and Hannah; four nephews, Donald, Ronald, Stanley and Jack REINHOLT; and two cats, Toby and Punkin.

Preceding in death with her husband were one brother, Donald REINHOLT, one granddaughter, Cynthia ROUCH in 1986, and husbands Chester Roland JONES in 1972, and Ray ESCHENBACH.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Edmonds & Evans Funeral Home, 517 Broadway St., Chesterton, with Rev. John SLOAN officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Porter County Visiting Nurse Association.

Tuesday, March 4, 2003

Dale Hawley

Dale HAWLEY, 90, 130 19th Rd., Bourbon, died at 1:30 a.m. today at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Mildred R. Williams

June 13, 1930 – March 2, 2003

Mildred R. WILLIAMS, 72, 3072 Blackford Dr., Tippecanoe, died at 11:44 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

Born in Hazard, Ky., to William F. and Josie A. KNIPPER HARTBARGER, she married Roscoe M. “Toad” WILLIAMS March 11, 1950. He died Feb. 12, 1993.

Mrs. Williams was a homemaker and former owner of Toad’s Bait and Tackle Shop, Tippecanoe. She worked at Uniroyal, Mishawaka, and was a former member of Bourbon

American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed fishing.

Survivors include three daughters, Betty HOWARD and husband Tim, Karen SCOTT and Rita SCOTT and husband Carl G., all of Tippecanoe; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Clara THORNTON, South Bend, and Anna BARKER, Hazard, Ky.; and two brothers, Rev. Ray HARTBARGER and wife Mary, Poplar Bluff, Mo., and Fran HARTBARGER and wife Lenora, Mishawaka.

Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceding in death were several sisters and brothers.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Deaton Funeral Home, 115 S. Main St., Bourbon, with Rev. Kenneth TODD of Tippecanoe Community Church officiating. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Tippecanoe Emergency Medical Services.

Wednesday, March 5, 2003

Dale Hawley

March 19, 1912 – March 4, 2003

Dale HAWLEY, 90, 130 19th Rd., Bourbon, died at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday at Kosciusko Community Hospital.

Survivors include one stepdaughter, Jean Ann NELSON and husband Phillip, Bourbon; one daughter, Pat MILLER, Auburn; one son, James LONG, Fort Wayne; three sisters, Margorie TROUT, Elkhart; Evelyn WELTY, Bourbon; and Deloris GAMBLE, Warsaw; one brother, Robert [HAWLEY], Warsaw.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Tippecanoe Community Church with Revs. Kenneth TODD and Doug FRITZLE officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Memorials may be made to Tippecanoe Community Church.

Thursday, March 6, 2003

[no obits]

Friday, March 7, 2003

Dolores Karn Doctor

Dolores KARN DOCTOR, 89, native of Rochester, died Wednesday at St. James City, Fla., after a long illness. She resided on Pine Island, Fla.

Mrs. Doctor was born in Rochester, the daughter of Oren and Margaret KARN, owners of the Coffee Shop, where she worked as a youngster. After graduation from Rochester High School she attended Indiana University. In Rochester, she was society editor of The News-Sentinel and later a legal secretary.

Her marriage was to Robert DOCTOR, a medical technician at Woodlawn Hospital, later a salesman for a pharmaceutical company. The Doctors moved to Florida from Lake James about 30 years ago.

She is survived by her husband and a son, William [DOCTOR], and wife Donna, Hudson, Ind. Cremation will follow funeral services.

Trinity S. Schaefer Medley

Infant Trinity Star Schaefer MEDLEY, living 13 hours, died at 6:35 a.m. Tuesday at Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, March 8, 2003

[no obits]

Monday, March 10, 2003

Trinity Star Schaefer Medley

March 3, 2003 – March 4, 2003

Trinity Star Schaefer MEDLEY, 13 hours old, 501 E. 13th St., died at 6:35 a.m. Tuesday at Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis.

Trinity Star was born at 5:24 p.m. March 3 in Indianapolis to William MEDLEY and Tammy SCHAEFER.

Survivors include father, William Medley, Rochester, mother, Tammy Schaefer, Rochester, mother Jeanette MEDLEY, Roch-ester; five half sisters, Megan MEDLEY, Kansas City, Mo., Kayla, Alice and Brandy HONEYCUTT, all of Rochester, and Markie OZMENT, Warsaw; three half brothers, Eric MEDLEY, Lincoln, Neb., Chris MEDLEY, Kansas City, Mo., and Randy HONEYCUTT, Rochester; maternal grandparents, John Norman and Carol Ann CASEY, Macy, and Richard and Nellie SLAYBAUGH, Talma; maternal great-grandmother, Velma Jean HECHT, Macy; five aunts, Cristiana CASEY and special friend Lisa FLECK, Rochester, Marjorie Joan SHAMBARGER, Kewanna, Vera TOMLIN, Talma, Tina FINE, Sarasota, Fla., and Barbara OZMENT, Warsaw; three uncles, Preston Scott CASEY and wife Judy, Akron, and Kevin C. SOUCY and James T. KING, both of Silver Lake; and several cousins.

Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Plainview Cemetery, Macy, with Rev. Phil PRATT officiating. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is handling services.

Tuesday, March 11, 2003

Junette G. Kohlun

Dec. 17, 1920 – March 10, 2003

Junette G. KOHLUN, 82, died at 12:55 p.m. Monday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Riverton, Neb., to William and Elsie HUTSON BOYCE, she married Walter Russell KOHLUN Oct. 15, 1941, in Norton, Kan. He died Oct. 3, 1987.

Mrs. Kohlun came to Rochester 35 years ago from Clinton Sherman Air Force Base in Oklahoma. She was a teacher’s aid at Columbia and Riddle elementary schools. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and Green Oak Community Club and was a Woodlawn Hospital volunteer.

Survivors include one daughter, Lynette BRAZIL and husband Jack, Rochester; three sons, William [KOHLUN] and wife Barbara, Fort Worth, Texas, Bruce [KOHLUN] and wife Cathy, Norman, Okla., and James ]KOHLUN] and wife Dorinda, Royal Palm Beach, Fla.; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; her twin sister, June LAMMERS and husband Clarence, Riverton, Neb.

Services and burial will be held in Orleans, Neb., at a later date. No local services or visitation

will be held. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church Pre-school, 201 W. Seventh St. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Karleen K. Leicht

Oct. 23, 1960 – March 9, 2003

Karleen K. LEICHT, 42, Logansport, died at 9:10 a.m. Sunday at Chase Center, Logansport.

Born in Logansport to Francis R. and Lois A. COOK REYBURN, she married William S. LEICHT July 11, 1987, in Logansport. He died July 11, 2000.

Mrs. Leicht, a 1981 Logansport High School graduate, was a homemaker.

Survivors include one son, Michael [LEICHT], Logansport; her mother, Lois A. REYBURN, Walton; one sister, Brenda VARELLI, Galveston; three brothers, Timothy E. REYBURN, Peru, Kimball H. REYBURN, Kokomo, and Larry F. REYBURN and wife Melissa, Macy; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband was her father, in 1990.

Services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Ever Rest Chapel, Logansport. Burial will be at Ever Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the chapel. Memorials may be made to Woodlawn Center, Logansport, or the Special Olympics. Murray Funeral Home, Walton, is in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, March 12, 2003

[no obits]

Thursday, March 13, 2003

Lance T. Chumley

March 8, 2003 – March 11, 2003

Lance Thomas CHUMLEY, three days, died Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

Lance Thomas was born at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, to Lyndee BYERS and Thomas CHUMLEY, 6131 S. Burch Lane, Rochester. They survive.

Other survivors include twin sister Leigha [CHUMLEY]; grandparents, Patrick and Barbara ALLEN, Delong, Jeff and Lisa BYERS, Rochester, and Thomas W. CHUMLEY, Texas; great-grandparents, Edward and Joan BATCHELOR, Rochester, Bill and Dixie STEPHENS, Illinois, Robert KIRK, Culver, and Rev. Floyd and Margaret ALLEN, Delong; several aunts and uncles, including aunts Hollie STEPHENS, Stephanie ALLEN, Ashley ALLEN and Jessica CHUMLEY, and uncles Jeff BYERS Jr., Brett BYERS, Patrick ALLEN and Ryan CHUMLEY.

Preceding in death were four great-grandparents.

Services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Gospel Lighthouse Church, Delong, with Rev. Floyd ALLEN officiating. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Rannells Funeral Home Hamlet Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Friday, March 14, 2003

Mary G. Fleury

May 7, 1920 - March 12, 2003

Mary Genevieve FLEURY, 82, 106 W. Washington St., Monterey, died at 1140 p.m. Wednesday at Indiana Veterans Home, West Lafayette.

Survivors include two sons, James C. and Edward A. [FLEURY], both of Monterey, and one sister, Marcella NIDIFFER, Marquette, Mich.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Monterey, with Rev. Bert WOOLSON officiating. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Saturday, March 15, 2003

[no obits]

Monday, March 17, 2003

Maggie Bowder

Maggie BOWDER, 69, 4684 N. Indiana 25, died at 12:53 a.m. Friday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Opal Hoover

Opal HOOVER, 98, Tippecanoe, died at 7:10 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Josephine Warner

Josephine WARNER, 93, Wynnfield Crossing, died at 3:50 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Tuesday, March 18, 2003

Magnolia “Maggie” Collins Bowden

March 1, 1934 – March 14, 2003

Magnolia “Maggie” COLLINS BOWDEN, 69, Rochester, died at 12:53 a.m. Thursday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Survivors include her husband, John [BOWDEN], Rochester; four sons, Lee HOWARD Jr., Wabash, Kenny HOWARD, Argos, Leslie HOWARD, Nappanee, and Paul HOWARD, Rochester; one daughter, Sue CLEMONS, Cromwell; three sisters, Geneva WALLEN, Kendallville, Marlene MILLER, Auburn, and Clora MONTGOMERY, Shelby, Ohio; four brothers, Comodora SHEPHERD, Combs, Ky., Beauford SHEPHERD, Corunna, Bud and Thelmar HANDSHOE, both of Auburn.

Graveside services are at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to the family.

Kenneth D. Hohman

Kenneth D. HOHMAN, 85, 8611 S. Kosciusko County Road 500 West, Silver Lake, died at 11:10 p.m. Monday at his residence. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Opal A. Hoover

Jan. 2, 1905 – March 17, 2003

Opal A. HOOVER, 98, formerly of Tippecanoe, died at 7:10 a.m. Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in North Manchester to Ray and Ella PENCE RODOCKER, she married Howard A. “Tony” HOOVER July 18, 1921, in Crown Point. He died Feb. 16, 1991.

Mrs. Hoover moved to Tippecanoe from Claypool. She was a homemaker.

Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Emery (Phyllis) ROWLAND, Claypool; four grandchildren, Douglas MARKS, Plymouth, Avis WILKINSON and Roger ROWLAND, both of Syracuse, and Dennis ROWLAND, Claypool; nine great-grandchildren; and 17 great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband was one half sister.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Rodney RUBERG officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Tippecanoe Emergency Medical Services.

Neva Olson

Neva OLSON, 89, Burket, died at 4:45 p.m. Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Elizabeth V. Sausaman

Oct. 19, 1922 – March 17, 2003

Elizabeth V. SAUSAMAN, 80, Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw, formerly of Akron, died at 12:48 p.m. Monday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Bourbon to Irvin and Eva SWICK McHATTON, she married Robert F. SAUSAMAN Sr. Nov. 20, 1941, in Akron. He died July 9, 1967.

Mrs. Sausaman, a homemaker, was a member of Akron United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Randy (Mary) STUTZMAN, Mentone; three sons, Robert F. [SAUSAMAN[ Jr., Columbia City, Larry G. [SAUSAMAN] and wife Margorie, Mexico, Steve K. [SAUSAMAN] and wife Debra, Warsaw; 15 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Thelma PORTER KERSEY, Danville.

Preceding in death with her husband were three brothers, Rex, William and Gerald McHATTON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Stevan HAIFLICH, of Akron United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society.

Clara F. Sommers Sayers

Jan. 27, 1914 – March 16, 2003

Clara Fern SOMMERS SAYERS, 89, Star City, died at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Born in Kewanna to Lewis L. and Mary Ida KEIPER McKEE, she married Lee W. SOMMERS May 1, 1932, at the Royal Center United Methodist parsonage. He died July 13, 1974. She married Keith SAYERS March 31, 1979, in Star City. He survives.

Mrs. Sayers, a homemaker, was a member of Star City United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She was a 1932 Royal Center High School graduate.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one son, Richard L. SOMMERS and wife Madaline, Star City; two daughters, Carol J. MARTIN, Coppell, Texas, and Mary L. SAYERS and husband Ed, Kewanna; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; one sister, Wilma KISTLER, Ellettsville; one sister-in-law, Frances McKEE, South Bend; and one stepsister-in-law, Alice MONESMITH, Fulton.

Preceding in death with her first husband was one brother, Robert L. McKEE, one infant brother, Lewis Roy McKEE, one stepbrother, Oscar MONESMITH, and one son-in-law, Ronald L. MARTIN.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Royal Center Chapel, with Rev. Kevin MARSH and Rev. David SOMMERS officiating. Burial will be at Grass Creek Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home and from 8 a.m. Thursday until time of service. Memorials may be made to Star City United Methodist Church.

Josephine Warner

Jan. 1, 1910 – March 17, 2003

Josephine WARNER, 93, Wynnfield Crossing, died at 3:50 a.m. Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in the Antioch Community of Fulton County to Franklin and Sophia TETZLAFF GORDON, she married Henry O. WARNER Jan. 2, 1937, in Kokomo. He died Jan. 15, 1988.

Mrs. Warner was a homemaker.

Survivors include one daughter, Ellen JONES and husband Elvin, Leavenworth, Kan.; two sons, David [WARNER] and wife Carol, Warsaw, and Robert [WARNER] and wife Carol, Logansport; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ida SHAFER, Rochester, and Mabel UMBAUGH, Crown Point; one brother, Lester GORDON, Rochester.

Preceding in death with her husband were one sister, Pauline CRANMER, and three brothers, Howard, Carl and Arthur GORDON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Russell GORDON officiating. Burials will be at IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Wednesday, March 19, 2003

Nellie M. Cannedy

Nellie M. CANNEDY, 87, 330 W. 12th St., died Tuesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Kenneth D. Hohman

Sept. 16, 1917 – March 17, 2003

Kenneth D. HOHMAN, 85, 8611 S. Kosciusko County Road 500 West, Silver Lake, died at 11:10 p.m. Monday at his residence.

Survivors include his wife, Charlene E. WRAY HOHMAN, at home; and one son, Kevin [HOHMAN], Silver Lake.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Neva B. Olson

Feb. 10, 1914 – March 17, 2003

Neva B. OLSON, 89, 104 W. Main St., Burket, died at 4:45 p.m. Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Graveside services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Mentone Cemetery. No visitation is planned. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of arrangements.

Jess A. Thomas

Jess A. THOMAS, 85, died at 7:35 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Lowell E. Young

June 6, 1926 – March 18, 2003

Lowell E. YOUNG, 76, 10526 W. Fulton County Road 400 North, died at 1 a.m. Tuesday at his residence following a sudden illness.

Born southwest of Leiters Ford to Jesse and Bessie SHIDAKER YOUNG, he married Thelma Irene SMITH April 15, 1959, in Plymouth. She died March 29, 1998.

Mr. Young was in failing health for six years. A lifetime Leiters Ford resident, he retired from farming, which was his lifetime occupation. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran of the Pacific Theater.

Survivors include one sister, Anjean PETERSON and husband Deane, Kewanna; twin brothers, Delbert V. and Elbert V. [YOUNG], both of Rochester, near Leiters Ford; one niece, Vivian PETERSON, Kewanna; three nephews, John OVERMYER, Rochester, Don PETERSON, Kewanna, and Dwight PETERSON, Winamac.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, one sister, Doris OVERMYER, and two brothers, Elmer and Marion YOUNG.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Buck PADILLA officiating. Burial will be at Moon Cemetery, eight miles northwest of Rochester near Leiters Ford. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Thursday, March 20, 2003

Sherril L. Ness

Sherril Lee NESS, 48, 1109 E. Ninth St., died at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Nellie M. Cannedy

Feb. 25, 1916 – March 18, 2003

Nellie Mae CANNEDY, 87, 330 W. 12th St., died at 5:04 p.m. Tuesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver, where she had been a patient since December.

Born in Goreville, Ill., to Otis and Mary JENKINS WHITE, she married Lester L. CANNEDY Feb. 24, 1935, in Goreville, Ill. He died April 20, 1999.

Mrs. Cannedy came to Fulton County in 1950 from Naperville, Ill. She was in failing health for three years. A homemaker, she was well-known for her seamstress work and quilting. She was a mail carrier for Rural Route 1, Culver, for several years and was a member of First Church of God, Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Vicki L. COOLEY and husband Gerald, Knox; three sons, Robert Samuel “Sam” [CANNEDY] and wife Marilyn and Gene ]CANNEDY] and wife Donna, all of Rochester, G. Wayne [CANNEDY] and wife Sharlene, Ditrus Heights, Calif.; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Bonnie BAUMAN, Marion, Ill., and Faye PIERCE and husband Junior, Corning, Ark.; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Cannedy was one of nine children.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at First Church of God, 100 W. Third St., with Rev. David DITTMAN and Rev. Leonard JACKSON officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made in her name to First Church of God, Rochester.

Jesse A. Thomas

Feb. 20, 1918 – March 19, 2003

Jesse Ault THOMAS, 85, died at 7:35 a.m. Wednesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Knoxville, Tenn., to Pless and Elizabeth MEDFORD THOMAS, he married Maggie E. HACKNEY in 1941 in Knoxville, Tenn. She died July 21, 1967.

Mr. Thomas was a retired truck driver and construction worker. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Survivors include four daughters, Rebecca TAYLOR and husband Eddie, Rochester, Joyce ALONZO and husband Ramiro and Maggie HOLT and husband Eddie, all of Chicago, Ill., and Patricia THOMAS, Rensselaer; four sons, John [THOMAS], Knoxville, Tenn., Pete [THOMAS] and wife Patty, Bell Gardens, Calif., Gorden [THOMAS] and wife Sheri, Sun City, Calif., and Jesse [THOMAS] and wife Evelyn, Knoxville, Tenn.; one sister, Mabel CANNON, Knoxville, Tenn.; 50 grandchildren and 64 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with his wife were one daughter, Carolyn F. CLINE, two grandchildren, Melissa A. SLATER and Michael Forest, and three brothers, John W., Phillip and Decater THOMAS.

Services are at noon Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Robert GEORGE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery where the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, both of Rochester, will conduct military rites. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to First Assembly of God, Rochester.

Josephine Warner

Jan. 1, 1910 – March 17, 2003

Josephine WARNER, 93, Wynnfield Crossing, died at 3:50 a.m. Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in the Antioch Community of Fulton County to Franklin and Sophia TETZLAFF GORDON, she married Harry O. WARNER Jan. 2, 1937, in Kokomo. He died Jan. 15, 1988.

Mrs. Warner was a homemaker.

Survivors include one daughter, Ellen JONES and husband Elvin, Leavenworth, Kan.; two sons, David [WARNER] and wife Carol, Warsaw, and Robert [WARNER] and wife Carol, Logansport; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ida SHAFER, Rochester, and Mabel UMBAUGH, Crown Point; one brother, Lester GORDON, Rochester.

Preceding in death with her husband were one sister, Pauline CRANMER, and three brothers, Howard, Carl and Arthur GORDON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Russell GORDON officiating. Burials will be at IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Friday, March 21, 2003

Neda Huddleston

Neda HUDDLESTON, 71, 6416 W. Fulton County Road 500 North, died at 1:40 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Helen V. McClain

Helen V. McCLAIN, 82, died at 3:35 a.m. today at her 1310 Sunwood Dr., South Bend, residence. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Sherril L. Ness

Nov. 3, 1954 – March 19, 2003

Sherril Lee NESS, 48, 1109 E. Ninth St., died at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at his residence.

Mr. Ness was born in Rochester to Roy Earl and Lillian E. BUTTON NESS. He was a machinist programmer for industrial inspection. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge, Rochester, and the Fulton County Conservation Club.

Survivors include special friend, Linda MOSGROVE, Rochester; four sisters, Lorraine GRAY and husband Merle, Camden, Irma JOHNSON and husband Robert, Akron, Betty Lou SMITH and husband James, Tulsa, Okla., and Wilma Jean HARVEY and husband Weldon, Talma; three brothers, Thomas Earl [NESS] and wife Carolyn, Rochester, Leonard Dale ]NESS] and wife Virginia, Long Beach, Calif., and Chester LeRoy [NESS’, St. Francisville, Ill.; one stepdaughter, Dawn HOBSCHEIDT, Denver, Colo.; and one grandchild.

Preceding in death were his parents, one brother, Vernal Robert NESS, in 1998, and one son, Seth NESS, in 2002.

Services are at 4 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Paul M. CECRLE officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services.

Virgil L. Reinholt

Virgil L. REINHOLT, 77, 20858 Sage Rd., Culver died at 7:37 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth. Arrangements are pending at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Saturday, March 22, 2003

Martha C. “Cathie” Marvel

Aug. 23, 1924 – March 21, 2003

Martha Catherine “Cathie” JONES MARVEL, 78, Brown County, died at 12:05 a.m. Friday at Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis, where she had been a patient two weeks.

Born near Attica to John Jacob and Erma Ruth JONES Sr., she was raised in Attica and graduated from Attica High School in 1942. She received a bachelor of science degree in liberal science at Purdue University. She also lived in Warsaw, Lafayette and Carmel, coming to Brown County in 1980.

Cathie married William F. MARVEL Sept. 17, 1949, in Attica. He survives.

Mrs. Marvel worked during World War II at Wright Air Field, Ohio. She was an assistant librarian at Carmel-Clay Schools. While working in schools, she attended Indiana University, studying library science. She was head librarian at Pendleton-Fall Creek Library and volunteered for Brown County Schools, retiring in 1978.

She was a Brownie leader, 4-H leader, president of the League of Women Voters in Lafayette and Hamilton County, and was a member of Purdue Alumni Association, Indiana Historical Society, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Brown County Farm Bureau.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are two daughters, Susan Elizabeth MARVEL and husband Dan McCARTHY, Rochester, Deborah Catherine WESLEY and husband Jon, Carmel; two sisters, Alta Virginia “Casey” HAYES and Erma Ruth WALKER, both of Attica; one brother, John Jacob JONES Jr., Plainfield; five grandchildren, Christina, Catherine WESLEY, Kevin William Marvel McCARTHY, Christopher Andrew WESLEY, Regan Suzanne MARVEL McCARTHY and Michael David WESLEY.

Preceding in death was one brother, Abbott Ensley “Stevie” JONES.

Services are at 3 p.m. Sunday at Maus Funeral Home, Attica, with Rev. Kate WALKER officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery, Attica. Friends may call from 1 p.m. until time of service. Memorials may be made to the Attica Public Library.

Virgil L. Reinholt

Jan. 12, 1926 – March 20, 2003

Virgil L. REINHOLT, 77, 20858 Sage Rd., Culver, died at 7:37 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

Survivors include his wife, Betty L. [REINHOLT], at home; two sons, Dennis [REINHOLT], Rochester, and Michael, [REINHOLT] Walkerton; two daughters, Linda SHEDROW, Bradenton, Fla., and Brenda SELLERS, Bristol.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Mary Clara “Ieraci” Young

March 21, 2003

Mary Clara (IERACI) YOUNG, age 71, of Fort Myers, Florida died March 21, 2003. Mrs. Young was born in Wheeling, West Virginia. She moved here with her husband Richard [YOUNG] in 1980 from Ohio. Mrs. Young worked and retired from the Florida Dept. of Children and Families in 2000. She attended Indiana University at South Bend and worked for Studebaker Corporation. Mrs. Young is a member of Church of the Resurrection, Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW, and the Poetry Guild and was an accomplished poet.

Mary and her loving husband Richard shared their 50th wedding anniversary on March 20, 2003. She is survived by her loving husband Richard, sons Mark A. (Sharon) YOUNG of Naples, Fla, Matthew R. (Annette) YOUNG of Orlando, Fla., Michael C. (Cathy) [YOUNG] of Greenville, SC., daughters, Melissa V. (Julito) ENRIQUE of Palm Harbor, Fla., Susan J. (Kevin) SIWA of Sugarland, Tx., mother, Josephine IERACI of South Bend, brothers, Frank IERACI, James IERACI, and sister, Rosemary COOMES, all of South Bend, grandchildren, Shannon, Lindsay and Ryan YOUNG, Dayna, Kara SIEWA, Ashley, Justin and Sydney YOUNG, Mandi, Jennifer and Stephanie YOUNG. Her father, Joseph IERACI preceded Mrs. Young in death. Mary’s family will receive friends Sunday, March 23, 2 to 5 p.m. at Kiser Funeral Home, 9231 Cypress Lake Drive. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at church of the Resurrection on Monday, March 24 at 11:30 a.m. Internment will be in Florida National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make memorial contributions to the American Lung Association, 1436 Royal Palm Square Blvd., Fort Myers, Fla 33919.

Monday, March 24, 2003

Velva M. “Bib” Couch

March 26, 1923 – March 22, 2003

Velva M. “Bib” COUCH, 79, Marion, died at 10:28 a.m. Saturday at Marion General Hospital.

Survivors inlcude two sons, Dan [COUCH], Plymouth, and Tim [COUCH], Gas City; two daughters, Kathy STEELE, Marion, and Rita CHALK, South Whitley; one brother, Robert WILLIAMS, Marion; four sisters, Doris GREEN Hartford City, Kate ZILLER, St. Augustine, Fla., Helen FAUNCE, Gas City, and Florence WILLIAMS, Danville, Ill.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Home, Storey Chapel, 400 E. Main St., Gas City. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Neda Jo Huddleston

June 5, 1931 – March 21, 2003

Neda Jo HUDDLESTON, 71, 6416 W. Fulton County Road 500 North, died at 1:40 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center, Rochester, where she had been a resident six weeks.

Born in Kokomo to Quinten Alex and Marguerite MICHAELS LYTLE, she married William E. HUDDLESTON in August 1954 in Frankfort. He survives.

Mrs. Huddleston came to Rochester from Frankfort, in Clinton County, 47 years ago. She worked in the food services department at the former Aubbeenaubbee School, Leiters Ford and Culver Community Schools, for several years. She also worked at the former Will-Wood Cafe, Leiters Ford, and was a member of Mt. Hope United Methodist Church, near Leiters Ford, where she served on the mission board. She was also a member of the Richland Center Rebekah Lodge

and Fulton County Historical Society.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one son, Billy J. [HUDDLESTON] and wife Penney, Rochester; two grandchildren, Clayton and Page HUDDLESTON, both of Rochester; one brother, Tommy Dean LYTLE and wife “Pat,” Indianapolis; and special friends, Allen and Mary CHESSER and Jane CROY.

Preceding in death were her parents, one grandson, John W. HUDDLESTON, in 1980, one brother, Max E. LYTLE, and one stepson, James L. HUDDLESTON.

Private family services were conducted Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Rev. Don METZGER officiated.

Helen V. McClain

Jan. 16, 1921 – March 21, 2003

Helen V. McCLAIN, 82, died at 3:25 a.m. Friday at her 1310 Sunwood Dr., South Bend, residence.

Born in South Bend to George and Elizabeth MAGYAR ROJICS, she married James G. McCLAIN July 28, 1972, in Kalamazoo, Mich. He preceded in death.

Mrs. McClain had been in failing health six months. A South Bend resident most of her life, she worked at the former Ball-Band Corp., Mishawaka, for several years. She was a licensed beautician in South Bend.

Survivors include one son, James [McCLAIN] and wife June, South Bend; three grandsons, James D. McCLAIN Jr. and wife Linda and Jayme D. McCLAIN and wife Judy, all of Jones, Mich., and Jerry D. McCLAIN, South Bend; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Betty HOUGHTON, Mishawaka, Irene HORNYAK, Silver Lake, Mich., and Margaret McINTYRE, South Bend; and one brother, George ROJICS, Florida.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two sisters and three brothers.

A private family viewing was held at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Entombment will be at Highland Cemetery, South Bend. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, was in charge of arrangements.

Lewis D. Townsend

Lewis D. TOWNSEND, 55, Deedsville, died Saturday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Tuesday, March 25, 2003

John L. Moriarty

John L. MORIARTY, 62, 406 N. Maple St., Argos, died Monday. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Roberta H. Oatney

Roberta H. OATNEY, 84, 117 W. 12th St., died at 2:32 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Patrik H. Rowe

Patrik H. ROWE, 56, Attica, formerly of Rochester, died at 3 p.m. Monday near Roseau, Minn. Arrangements are pending at Maus Funeral Home, Attica, and Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Wednesday, March 26, 2003

John L. Moriarty

July 12, 1940 – March 24, 2003

John Larry MORIARTY, 62, 406 N. Maple St., Argos, died at 12:35 p.m. Monday at Americare of Goshen.

Survivors include one son, Jack Lewis MORIARTY, Argos; three sisters, Marilyn SMILEY and Shirley KNEZEVICH, both of Argos, and Linda Jean FULLER, Wakarusa; and two brothers, James MORIARTY, Argos, and Terry MORIARTY, Plymouth.

Private family graveside services will be held at a later date at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. today at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Roberta A. Oatney

Sept. 24, 1918 – March 24, 2003

Roberta A. OATNEY, 84, 117 W. 12th St., died at 2:32 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Rushville, Ohio, to Roy and Bertha BONTRAGER, she married John H. OATNEY March 23, 1938, in Rushville, Ohio. He died April 11, 1993.

Mrs. Oatney came to Rochester from Amboy, Ill., in 1958. She was a homemaker and a beautician and was a member of Grace United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one son, Ronald [OATNEY] and wife Kathryn, Colorado Springs, Colo.; one daughter-in-law, Laura OATNEY, Wilmette, Ill.; two granddaughters, Elizabeth Anne and Margaret Leigh OATNEY, Wilmette, Ill.; two grandsons, Steven OATNEY, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Michael OATNEY and wife Rev. Clare, Dearborn, Mich.; two great-grandsons, John and Peter OATNEY, Dearborn, Mich.; one sister, Freda MORROW, Lancaster, Ohio.

Preceding in death with her husband was one son, Karl OATNEY, March 1, 2002, two sisters and one brother.

Services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Halteman-Fett-Dyer Funeral Home, 436 N. Broad St., Lancaster, Ohio. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Lancaster, Ohio. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services Friday at Halteman-Fett-Dyer Funeral Home.

Mary A. Smith

Mary A. SMITH, 82, Lowell, passed away Monday.

Mrs. Smith was a member of the Shelby Senior Citizens and attended Shelby Baptist Church.

She is survived by three sons, Tom BRUGH and wife Betty, Lake Station, John BRUGH and wife Gloria, Lansing, Ill., and Bill SMITH and wife Debbie, Vine Grove, Ky.; one daughter, Rebecca WILLIAMS and husband Bryant, Crown Point; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Christine MARSH and husband Clifford, Shelby, Ida POWELL and husband John, N. Little Rock, Ark., and Ruth PAXTON and husband Ed, Rochester; and one brother, Worley STINNETT and wife Lois, Valparaiso.

Preceding in death were her husband, Guy [SMITH], and parents, James L. and Georgeanna

STINNETT.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Sheets Funeral Home, 604 E. Commercial Ave., Lowell, with Rev. Charles HOCHMUTH officiating. Burial will be at West Creek Cemetery, Lowell. Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Keith W. Tyler

Keith W. “Judge” TYLER, 92, Wynnfield Crossing, died at 4:20 p.m. Tuesday at Hickory Creek of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Thursday, March 27, 2003

Richard C. Brown

Aug. 22, 1916 – March 26, 2003

Richard Carl BROWN, 86, 121 Eagle Lane, Fairfield Glade, Tenn., died at 8:15 a.m. Wednesday at Wyndrite Health & Rehabilitation Center, Crossville, Tenn. He was a patient there for nine days.

A former Lake Manitou resident, he was born in Chicago, Ill., to Frederick and Margaret BROWN. He married Irma L. REED Dec. 28, 1945, in Chicago, Ill. She died Nov. 8, 1996.

Mr. Brown resided in the Fairfield Glade, Tenn., area, near Clarksville, Tenn., for 22 years, moving there from Indianapolis. Prior to that, he lived at Lake Manitou, Rochester. He was a district sales manager for the fire and rescue division of Mack Truck Sales, Allentown, Penn., for several years. He was a member of Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church.

He is survived by one daughter, Carol Lynn BROWN, Fairfield Glade, Tenn.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents and one daughter, Cheryl Lee BROWN, Jan. 16, 1965.

Graveside services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Rochester IOOF Cemetery with Rev. Jill WALLEY officiating. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Patrik “Pat” H. Rowe

Feb. 23, 1947 – March 24, 2003

Patrik “Pat” H. ROWE, 56, Attica, died at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Lake of the Woods in Roseau, Minn., while on a fishing trip.

Born in Indianapolis to Dr. Howard H. and Margaret LEE ROWE, he was raised in Rochester, graduating from Rochester High School in 1965. He received a bachelor of science degree in 1970 and a master’s degree in education in 1984 from Indiana State University.

Mr. Rowe was a high school science teacher, teaching at Attica Consolidated School Corp. He began his teaching career in Attica in 1974 and was the high school’s football coach from 1974 to 1985, leading his team to the regional finals.

He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, and Eagles Lodge 2596, Attica. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing and mushroom hunting.

He married Patsy L. HUNTER June 29, 1996, in Plymouth. She survives. Other survivors include two stepdaughters, Wendy KEITH and husband Scott, Deedsville, and Haley VanDALSEN, Kokomo; two sisters, Lee Ann SAVAGE and husband Louis, Bluffton, Ohio, and Dina HEISHMAN and husband Steve, Plymouth; two grandchildren, Garrett and Hunter KEITH; seven nieces and nephews, Howard “Doc” NEWCOMB, Jean Ann LAUTZENHEISER, Mandi LUCAS, Sarah BRICKER, Joy SAVAGE, Lea HEISHMAN and Curtis HEISHMAN.

Preceding in death were his parents.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Howard NEWCOMB officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday at Attica High School gymnasium annex and from 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Patrik H. Rowe Scholarship Fund, c/o Central National Bank & Trust, 2 S. Perry St., Attica, IN 47918.

Keith W. Tyler

Nov. 10, 1910 – March 25, 2003

Keith W. “Judge” TYLER, 92, Wynnfield Crossing, Rochester, died at 4:20 p.m. Tuesday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Ligonier to Anthony Wayne and Daisy CAGLE TYLER, he married Vivian Margaret McDANIEL Dec. 25, 1936, in Elwood. She survives.

“Judge” Tyler and his wife came to Lake Manitou, Rochester, in 1950. He was an attorney and judge in Indianapolis and served as a part-time judge in Fulton County. He was a member of the American Legion, the Lake Manitou Association, the Indiana Bar Association, a 32nd Degree Mason, Indianapolis Shrine and Scottish Rite, Lake Manitou Moose Lodge and the Marion and Fulton County Bar Association. He was past president of the Wally Byam Caravan Club International. “Judge” Tyler was a U.S. Army Lieutenant during World War II. He attended Michigan State University and graduated from Indiana University School of Law.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three daughters, Deana K. STEARNS and husband Ben, Helena, Mont., Sandi S. VanDYKE, Pensacola, Fla., and Karen BOHN and husband Gene, Bristol; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Woody SLADE and Rev. Dan MUNDT officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery, with military rites conducted by the Rochester posts of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services Saturday. There will be a Masonic service at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Friday, March 28, 2003

Richard H. Bailey

July 21, 1921 – March 26, 2003

Richard H. BAILEY, 81, Winamac, formerly of Logansport, died at 3:40 p.m. Wednesday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Born in Logansport to Henry J. and Golda M. WATTS BAILEY, he married Elisabeth Van WAGENEN Dec. 17, 1944, in Corning, Iowa. She died May 26, 1995.

Mr. Bailey was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He was a member of American Legion Post 60. With his brothers, and later his nephew, he owned and operated Bailey’s Clothing Store in downtown Logansport for 38 years. He was a lifelong member of Calvary Presbyterian Church, Logansport. While residing in Winamac he attended and received pastoral care from the First Presbyterian Church of Winamac.

Mr. Bailey was a graduate of Culver Military Academy, where he was a member of the Academy’s famed Black Horse Troop. He attended Culver Junior College and Indiana University,

where he was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity. Very active in the community in his younger

years, he was a member of the Logansport Jaycees and was past president of the board of the Cass County Chapter of the American Red Cross, past president of Logansport-Cass County Chamber of Commerce and Logansport Rotary Club where he served on the board of trustees.

Survivors include two daughters, Lois MORTON and husband Doug, Rochester, and Laura

BAILEY, Winamac; three grandchildren, Chris [MORTON] and wife Kim, South Bend, Rob [MORTON] and wife Christi, Flora, and Katie MORTON, Rochester; four great-grandchildren, Abby and Mackenzie MORTON, South Bend, Wylie and Mary Sue MORTON, Flora. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceding in death with his wife were one great-grandson, Michael MORTON, and two brothers, Ed and Paul BAILEY.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Kroeger Funeral Home, 711 E. Market St., Logansport, with Rev. Terry PHLEGER officiating. Burial with full military honors will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Logansport. Friends may call from 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Saturday, March 29, 2003

Viola M. Smith

Nov. 15, 1930 – March 28, 2003

Viola M. SMITH, 72, 340 Ohio Street, Rochester, died Friday at 8:15 a.m. at her son’s residence, 336 Ohio St., Rochester. She had been ill for 3 months.

Born to Robert and Katherine BUNNELL REESER, she lived in Rochester her entire life.

She married Richard D. SMITH on Sept. 11, 1946, in Rochester. He preceded in death on May 18, 1984.

Mrs. Smith was a homemaker and loved to travel. She had been employed at Brookside, formerly known as Torin of Rochester. She was a member of the Church of the Nazarene of Rochester.

Survivors include.one daughter, Betty ZOPPE of Sarasota, Fla., one son, Richard D. SMITH and wife Jenelle of Rochester, two sisters, Doris SAILING and Margaret RUSH, both of Kokomo, one sister-in-law, Clara REESER of Rochester, 3 grandchildren, Mario ZOPPE and wife Elenor of Sarasota, Fla., Heather SCOTT and husband Adam of New Haven, and Amanda Lee NEWCOMBER, stationed in Ft. Knox, Kentucky, with the U.S. Army, and one great-grandson, Marcus Anthony NEWCOMBER.

Preceding in death with her husband are her parents, one daughter, Viola Marie SMITH in 1972, and one brother, Robert REESER.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Foster and Good Funeral Home, 128 W. 6th St., Rochester, with reverend Ronald C. PURKEY officiating. Burial will be at the Rochester IOOF cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home and one hour prior to service. Memorials may be made to Fulton County Hospice.

Jane Grose

March 27, 1925 – March 28, 2003

Jane GROSE, 78, 1820 Bessmore Park, Rochester, died Friday at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester.

Survivors include husband, Thomas W. GROSE, and one daughter, Jan Lee GINTHER.

Preceding in death was one brother, Harold YOUNG.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.

Monday, March 31, 2003

Alvin O. Cooper

Sept. 19, 1910 – March 28, 2003

Alvin O. COOPER, 92, 140 Homan Ave., Elkhart, died at 11:50 p.m. Friday at Life Care Center, Rochester, where he was a patient for four months.

Born in Culver to William and Ethel O’CONNOR COOPER, he married Thelma K. KINDIG Oct. 10, 1936, in LaPorte. She survives.

Mr. Cooper, a welder, was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 88, Elkhart, and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He enjoyed working in his yard, fishing and hunting.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one sister, Goldie Marie MAGNER, Dowagiac, Mich.; and one half-sister, Edith TUCKER, Lake Placid, Fla., and several nieces and nephews

Preceding in death were one sister, one brother, two stepsisters, two stepbrothers and one half sister.

Services are at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home & Crematory, 700 E. Jackson St., Elkhart, with Rev. George HEYBOER of Knox First Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at Rice Cemetery, where the Elkhart Disabled Veterans Chapter 19 will conduct military graveside rites. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Billie C. “Bill” Foor

March 21, 1924 – March 29, 2003

Billie C. “Bill” FOOR, 79, Rockford, Ill., died at 1:03 p.m. Saturday at his home.

Born March 21, 1924, in Macy to Orville and Nina CARVEY FOOR, he married Lois J. ROSE July 20, 1946, in Marion. She died Oct. 28, 2000. He married Hattie H. HOGUE FEECE Dec. 8, 2001, in Belton, Texas. She survives.

Mr. Foor moved to Rockford, Ill., in 1951 following graduation from Purdue University. He was employed by Sundstrand on the accessories and equipment technical committee of the Aircraft Association. He was also chief engineer of Belvidere Products, Belvidere, Ill., for several years. A veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II, he flew on B-24s and B-25s in the CBI Theater North Burma Air Task Force. In 1970, he founded Smith Ecological Systems, Inc., designing and developing floating surface aerators, a sludge removal system for clarifiers and a flow-through cyanide reduction system. He was a charter member of Blackhawk Flying Club, Masonic Lodge, a trustee of Rockford Elks Lodge 64, the American Water Works Association, Rockford Purdue Club, Purdue Alumni Association and the Westminster Presbyterian Church.

Bill was a devoted family man. Surviving with his wife, at home, are two sons, Stephen C. [FOOR] and David C. [FOOR] and wife Kim, all of Rockford, Ill.; two daughters, Nancy BERG and husband Mitch and Susan KELLY and husband Pat, all of Rockford, Ill.; one daughter-in-law, Janis FOOR, Rockford, Ill.; seven grandchildren, Andrew, Jeffrey and Stephanie FOOR and Benjamin and Samantha BERG and Shannan and Dana FOOR; three stepchildren, Lynn WALSH and husband AJ, Texas, Dennis FEECE and wife Deborah and Carol KUZMICZ and husband Leonard, all of Indiana; nine stepgrandchildren; and one brother, Nobert [FOOR] and wife Ruth, of Ohio.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford, Ill., with Rev. Dr. David SMAZIK officiating. Burial will be in Scandinavian Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Fred C. Olson Funeral Chapel, 1001 Second Ave., Rockford, Ill. Memorials may be made to the family for a memorial to be established at Visiting Nurses and Swedish American Home Health Care.

Eleanor Knoop

Eleanor KNOOP, 76, Mentone, died at 2:44 a.m. today at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Calvin E. Ringle

Jan. 9, 1921 – March 30, 2003

Calvin Earl RINGLE, 82, died at 5 a.m. Sunday at his 616 Northgate Circle residence.

Survivors include his wife, Mae McCLAIN RINGLE, at home; two sons, Jerry [RINGLE], Rochester, and Rick [RINGLE], Kokomo; two daughters, Karon PATTERSON, Lynchburg, Va., and Mary WESTWOOD, Rochester; three sisters, Ethel WROCKLAGE, Convoy, Ohio, Alice DILLARD, Rochester, and Nancy STILES, Mentone.

Services are at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David DITTMAN officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Viola M. Smith

Nov. 15, 1930 – March 28, 2003

Viola M. SMITH, 72, 340 Ohio Street, Rochester, died Friday at 8:15 a.m. at her son’s residence, 336 Ohio St., Rochester. She had been ill for three months.

Born in White County to Robert and Katherine BUNNELL REESER, she lived in Rochester her entire life.

She married Richard D. SMITH Sept. 11, 1946, in Rochester. He preceded in death on May 18, 1984.

Mrs. Smith was a homemaker and loved to travel. She had been employed at Brookside, formerly known as Torin of Rochester. She was a member of the Church of the Nazarene of Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Betty ZOPPE of Sarasota, Fla., one son, Richard D. SMITH and wife Janelle, Rochester, two sisters, Doris SAILING, Kokomo, and Margaret RUSH, Windfall, one sister-in-law, Clara RESER, Rochester, three grandchildren, Mario ZOPPE and wife Elenor, Sarasota, Fla., Heather SCOTT and husband Adam, New Haven, and Amanda Lee NEWCOMER, stationed in Ft. Knox, Kentucky, with the U.S. Army; and one great-grandson, Marcus Anthony NEWCOMER.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one daughter, Viola Marie SMITH in 1972, and one brother, Robert REESER.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth St., Rochester, with Rev. Ronald C. PURKEY officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Tuesday, April 1, 2003

Eleanor E. Knoop

Sept. 12, 1926 – March 31, 2003

Eleanor E. KNOOP, 76, Mentone, died at 2:44 a.m. Monday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Survivors include three daughters, Lynne DICKISON, Jacksonville, Fla., Norma BRIDGE, Bristol, England, and LuAnn KISSINGER, North Webster; one son, Andy [KNOOP], Columbia, Mo.; and one sister, Lamora LONGYEAR, Claypool.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Doris SMITH officiating. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery, Claypool. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Calvin E. Ringle

Jan. 9, 1920 – March 30, 2003

Calvin Earl RINGLE, 83, died at 5 a.m. Sunday at his 616 Northgate Circle residence.

Mr. Ringle was born in Wyatt to Kenneth and Ruth WRIGHT RINGLE. He was married to Mae McCLAIN Dec. 25, 1941, in Star City at the home of the bride’s parents by Rev. Margaret BAKER. Mrs. Ringle survives.

Mr. Ringle lived most of his adult life in Fulton County. He retired from the Woodlawn Hospital maintenance department in 1985. He attended First Church of God, Rochester, and was a lifetime member of Eagles Lodge 852, Rochester. He was active with senior citizens.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two sons, Jerry [RINGLE] and wife Linda, Rochester, and Rick [RINGLE], Kokomo; two daughters, Karon PATTERSON and husband Richard, Lynchburg, Va., and Mary WESTWOOD and husband Edward, Rochester; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ethel WROCKLAGE, Convoy, Ohio, Alice DILLARD and husband Bernard, Rochester, and Nancy STILES, Mentone; several nieces and nephews

Preceding in death were his parents, one son, Gary [RINGLE], one brother and four sisters.

Services are at 3 p.m. today at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David DITTMAN officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County or the Fulton County Cancer Fund.

Erda Royer

Erda ROYER, 100, 106 E. Orchard St., Akron, died at 2:30 p.m. Monday at her residence. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Wednesday, April 2, 2003

Erda E. Royer

Feb. 3, 1903 – March 31, 2003

Erda E. ROYER, 100, 106 E. Orchard St., Akron, died at 2:30 p.m. Monday at her residence.

Born in Waterloo to I. James and M. Dorothy SPANGLE ROBINSON, she married Vern F. ROYER June 24, 1938, in Waterloo. He died June 16, 1990.

Mrs. Royer was a teacher in Waterloo and at Columbia Elementary School, Rochester.

She was also a homemaker. She graduated from Tri State College, Angola, and Manchester College, North Manchester. She was a member of Akron Church of the Brethren.

Survivors include one daughter, Sharon WILLIAMS, Greentown; one son, Jack [ROYER], Arlington, Va.; two grandsons, Mike WILLIAMS and wife Laura, Greentown, and Chris WILLIAMS, West Lafayette; one great-granddaughter, Cassandra WILLIAMS.

Preceding in death with her husband were one daughter, Linda ROYER, four brothers and two sisters.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Erin HUIRAS officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Cardinal Center, 504 N. Bay Dr., Warsaw, IN 46580, or Akron Church of the Brethren, 212 S. Maple St., Akron, IN 46910.

Thursday, April 3, 2003

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Friday, April 4, 2003

Donald L. Coffing

Feb. 1, 1927 – April 3, 2003

Donald Leroy COFFING, 76, Peru, died at 11:25 a.m. Thursday at his residence.

Born in Cass County to Russell and Goldie WILES COFFING, he married Donna J. ZELLERS Sept. 5, 1948, in Twelve Mile. She survives.

Mr. Coffing was a retired farmer and worked for N & W Railroad. He was a former manager of The Alpine Village Flea Market. He was a member of Mexico Church of the Brethren and Masonic Lodge No. 347, Mexico. Mr. Coffing was a World War II U.S. Army veteran.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three daughters, Twila COLLINS and husband David, Bunker Hill, Anita SHARP and husband Gene, Newburgh and Chris COFFING, Bunker Hill; three sons, Mike [COFFING] and wife Debbie, Coldwater, Mich., Mark [COFFING[ and wife Bonnie, and Danny SOFIANOS and wife Amy, all of Peru; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five sisters, June GARROW and Rachel STEWART, both of Mishawaka, Nina LYNCH, Rochester, Betty LEWIS, Twelve Mile and Joan COFFING, Indianapolis; and two brothers, Richard [COFFING], Roann and Dewey [COFFING], Burnettsville.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, Kenneth W. “Bill” COFFING.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Todd WENGER officiating. Burial will be at Ever Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Mexico Church of the Brethren or Miami-Wabash County Hospice.

Mary P. “Pat” DeSutter

March 23, 1912 – April 3, 2003

Mary Patricia “Pat” CARR DeSUTTER, 91, 302 E. Jackson St., Attica, died at 4:40 a.m. Thursday at Woodland Manor Nursing Home, Attica.

Born in Benton County to Patrick W. and Minnie ROYAL CARR, she married Frederick Francis “F.F.” DeSUTTER April 2, 1932, in Attica. He died July 28, 1987.

Mrs. DeSutter was a lifetime Attica resident and graduated from Attica High School. She was a clerk at Public Service Indiana and worked for 33 years at Indiana Gas Co. She attended St. Francis Xavier Church, where she was an organist for many years. She was a former precinct committeewoman for Logan Township serving in the Democratic party. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Kappa sorority, Attica.

Survivors include one daughter, Dianne ROBINSON, Attica; one brother, James CARR and wife Grace, Rochester; two granddaughters, Amanda TERRONES, Chicago, Ill. and Patricia HARGAN and husband Brian, Covington; two great-grandchildren, Will and Jack HARGAN, Covington.

Preceding in death were three brothers, Paul, Frances and Robert CARR.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Francis Xavier Church, Attica, with Rev. Charles KLINE officiating. Burial will be at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Attica. Memorials may be made to the Lions Club Leader Dog Program.

Onis D. Moon

May 5, 1959 – April 3, 2003

Onis Deon MOON, 43, Twelve Mile, died at 9:05 a.m. Thursday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

Mr. Moon was born in Logansport to Wendell R. and Freida BOOKWALTER MOON. He was a homemaker.

Survivors include his parents, Twelve Mile, two brothers, Everett A. MOON, Twelve Mile and fiance LaVerne HARTZLER and Jerry Lee MOON and wife Mimi, Twelve Mile; one sister, Carmen Sue CARTER and husband Steve, Russiaville; and several nieces and nephews.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Teri WHITE officiating. Burial will be at Ever Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Woodlawn Center, Logansport, or Twelve Mile First Responders.

Saturday, April 5, 2203

Helen M. Ellars

Helen M. ELLARS, 87, 1842 W. Fulton County Road 375 North, died at 10:15 a.m. Friday at Hickory Creek of Rochester. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Ruth Wilson

Aug. 26, 1921 - April 3, 2003

Ruth GOATES WORLTON WILSON, 81, died at 12:03 a.m. Thursday in the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center, Provo, Utah. Born in Lehi, Utah, to Dr. William and Essie GOATES WORLTON, she married Ramon Browning WILSON on July 27, 1945, in the Logan, Utah, LDS Temple. They moved to Provo in 1979 upon retirement.

She was vice president of the Lehi High School student body and a graduate of Utah State University, where she was president of Alpha Chi Omega sorority and secretary of the senior class. During World War II, she taught at Lehi High School while her husband, Ray, served in the U.S. Army.

Most of her adult life was spent in West Lafayette, where he was a Purdue University professor. She was a Purdue Women’s Club officer and faculty advisor of the Purdue Dames

Club.

Active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints all her life, she was president of the Purdue Ward Relief Society, Primary and Young Women’s organizations and was a supervisor at the Washington, D.C., Temple. She was an accomplished seamstress and gourmet cook who befriended many Utah students at Purdue.

Survivors include two sisters Margaret HUNSAKER, Grants Pass, Ore., and Ann ALLEN, Midvale, Utah; three daughters Lynn WILSON, Evansville, JoAnne PRICE and husband Jeff, Sandy, Utah, Kay MORGAN and husband Thom, Farmington, Utah; two sons Bill WILSON and wife Sarah, Rochester, and Bruce WILSON and wife Julie, North Ogden, Utah. She was especially close to her 11 grandchildren, Angelle, Greg, J.D. and Kathleen PRICE, Luke and Hannah Josephine WILSON, Nicholas and Lindsey WILSON and Matt, Danny and Anna MORGAN.

She was preceded in death by her parents, four infant siblings and one sister, Madge (Ferris) EVANS, San Diego.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in the Pleasant View Ninth Ward Chapel, 2445 N. 650 E., Provo, Utah. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Wing Mortuary, Lehi, Utah, and from 9 a.m. until services Monday at the chapel.

Monday, April 7, 2003

Helen M. Ellars

Sept. 4, 1915 – April 4, 2003

Helen M. ELLARS, 87, 1882 W. Fulton County Road 375 North, died at 10:15 a.m. Friday at Hickory Creek of Rochester where she had been a patient three days.

Born in Philadelphia, Penn., to John William and Viola FRANCE ALBAN HENTZ, she married Gerald “Jerry” ELLARS Jan. 24, 1944, in Philadelphia. He died July 4, 1991.

Mrs. Ellars owned and operated Ellars Boat Landing Drive-In Restaurant and retired from Hart Schaffner & Marx, Rochester, after 16 years. She was a member of Fulton County Historical Society, a past two-term president of Glen Owens American Legion Post 14, Peru, member of Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 120, Peru, and she taught Sunday school at Peru Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include one sister, Dorothea CUESTA, West Chester, Penn.; two nieces and three great-nieces.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one cousin, Ruth LEWIS, one great-nephew and one great-great-nephew.

Private family services will be held at a later date. No visitation is planned. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Suzi Herrera

Feb. 16, 1956 – April 4, 2003

Suzi HERRERA, 47, 13529 E. County Road 225 South, Akron, died at 1:35 p.m. Friday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a sudden illness.

Born in Revena, Ohio, to Herman and Margaret WILLARD FLETCHER, she married Ignacio J. “Poncho” HERRERA March 17, 1973, in Revena, Ohio. He survives.

Mrs. Herrera was a homemaker and had been a nurse. She was a wildlife and conservation rehabilitationist. She loved all animals and was a horse owner.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are two sons, Juan [HERRERA], North Manchester, and Jamie “Jay” [HERRERA], Kokomo. Half brothers and half sisters also survive.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Naves Funeral Home, 304 E. Main St., Lebanon, Tenn., with Rev. Danny SELLARS officiating. Burial will be at Wilson County Memorial Park, Lebanon, Tenn. Friends may call from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. today at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Loyd F. Saner

Dec. 21, 1926 – April 5, 2003

Loyd F. SANER, 76, 111 Saner Drive, Akron, died at 4:45 p.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw, where he was a patient for one day. He was in failing health three years.

Born in Macy to Homer Clark and Ferrell SCHINDLER SANER, he married Doris POTTENGER June 30, 1947, in Akron. She survives.

Mr. Saner was a lifetime Fulton County resident. He was a 1944 Akron High School graduate and a U.S. Army veteran. He was very proud to have earned his Master Watchmaker Certificate from Western Pennsylvania Horological Institute, Inc., Pittsburgh. In 1948 he and his wife founded Saner Jewelry at the current location of Lake City Bank, Akron. In 1961 they founded Tic Toc Trophy Shop, Akron, and operated it until it was sold in 1980. He was a member of Akron Lions Club, American Mensa Society and attended Beaver Dam United Methodist Church.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Deanna LOVE and husband Mike, Akron, and Denise HOWE and husband Les, Huntington; one son, Dennis SANER, Mooresville; five grandchildren, Lisa HOWE, Huntington, Eric LOVE, Akron, Kevin HOWE, Huntington, Brian LOVE, Akron, and Matthew SANER, Mooresville; three brothers, Roy [SANER] and wife Marilyn, Akron, Fred [SANER] and wife Willodene, Silver Lake, and Charles [SANER] and wife Lily, Warren; one sister-in-law, Kay SANER, West Lafayette; and several nieces and nephews, most of who live in the Akron area.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, Robert SANER, in 2001.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Rob SEEWALD and Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery at West Manchester Church of the Brethren, North Manchester. Rochester American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the Beaver Dam United Methodist Church Building Fund.

Carl E. Swanson

Carl E. SWANSON, 86, 415 E. Sixth St., died Saturday at Naples Community Hospital, Naples, Fla. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Tuesday, April 8, 2003

Jacobus “Jack” Vandenbrink

Nov. 1, 1931 – April 5, 2003

Jacobus “Jack” VANDENBRINK, 71, Lake Bruce, died at 6:40 a.m. Saturday at his residence.

Survivors include his wife, Geraldine THORNTON VANDENBRINK, at home; two sons, Gary and Robert [VANDENBRINK], both of Toronto, Canada; one daughter, Madge KIMMELL, Mesa, Ariz.; one sister, Joppe KETTLE, Holland.

Graveside services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Lake Bruce. Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, is in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, April 9, 2003

Carl E. Swanson

Feb. 12, 1917 – April 4, 2003

Carl Emil SWANSON, 86, 415 E. Sixth St., and 1700 Barefoot Williams Rd., Naples, Fla., died at 9:23 p.m. Friday at Naples Community Hospital, Naples, Fla., where he was a patient following a short illness.

Born in Brookston to August and Lillian Belle MOORE SWANSON, he married Helen Irene WOOLLEY Aug. 1, 1936, in Rochester. She survives.

Mr. Swanson came to Fulton County from Brookston at age 5. He has wintered in Naples, Fla., the past 28 years. In Florida, he was employed by Naples-Marco K.O.A Kampground for 20 years, and was voted employee of the year in 1991. He retired as a truck driver from Bendix Homes, Bourbon. He was a member of Olive Bethel Church of God. Mr. Swanson was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran of the Pacific Theater. An avid traveler, he had toured all 50 states and went to Alaska twice. He also loved gardening.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Phyllis HOWARD and husband Paul, and Patricia BLACKBURN and husband Kenneth, all of Rochester; nine grandchildren, Brad HOWARD and wife Laura, Auburndale, Fla., Jeff HOWARD and wife Kelly, Rochester, Paula WALTZ and companion Kent SCHOLL, Rochester, Andrew HOWARD and wife Crystal, Bradenton, Fla., Julie CALVERT and husband Marc, Rochester, Douglas BLACKBURN, South Bend, Kenneth J. “K.J.” BLACKBURN and wife Amy, Rochester; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two sisters Ramona JOHNSON and husband Lee, Warsaw, and Ruby DICKSON, Culver. Several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive.

Preceding in death were his parents, one granddaughter, Selena Jo HOWARD, one sister, Edna DICKSON, five brothers, Frank, Linden, Albert, Harold and John SWANSON, and one son-in-law, Kenneth BLACKBURN, in 1992.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Grace United Methodist Church, Seventh and Jefferson streets, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at Athens Cemetery. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Rochester. Envelopes will be available for donation at the funeral home.

H. Demoine Town

H. Demoine TOWN, 92, 1414 Spear St., died at 12:25 a.m. today at St. Joseph Medical Center, South Bend. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Thursday, April 10, 2003

Charles W. “Diamond” Middaugh

Charles W. “Diamond” MIDDAUGH, 90, died Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen.

H. Demoine Town

Aug. 23, 1910 – April 9, 2003

H. Demoine TOWN, 92, 1414 Spear St., died at 12:30 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Peace Hospital, South Bend, where he was a patient one week. Prior to that he was a patient at St. Joseph Medical Center, South Bend, for three weeks.

Born north of Richland Center in Fulton County to Charles and Cora Etta COLE TOWN, he married Irene A. BRINEY Oct. 6, 1934, in Rochester near Lake Manitou. She survives.

Mr. Town was in failing health three years. A lifetime Fulton County resident, was involved in farming and was well known for his skills as a carpenter and an electrician. He was a member of First Christian Church, Rochester, and was active in the Talma-Newcastle Township Lions Club.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three daughters, Janet BRIDEGROOM and husband Tom, Avon, Juanita YODER and husband John, Middleburg, Penn., and Judy EVANS and husband Mick, Rochester; one son, Jack Allen TOWN and wife Peg, Leesburg; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents, one grandson, Jeffery TOWN, and three brothers, Gilford, Ronald and infant Luther [TOWN].

Services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to First Christian Church or the American Heart Association.

Friday, April 11, 2003

William A. Cessna

March 20, 1926 – April 10, 2003

William A. CESSNA, 77, 1945 N. Fulton County Road 1200 West, Kewanna, died at 9:55 p.m. Thursday at Starke Memorial Hospital, Knox.

Born in Rochester to Otto F. and Louise E. ARMSTRONG CESSNA, he married Barbara Jean GOOCH April 14, 1951, in Fulton County. She survives.

Mr. Cessna was a farmer and a rural mail carrier in the Kewanna area. He served in the U.S. Army Infantry in the Philippines during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Moose Lodge.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three daughters, Deborah Lynn CESSNA and husband Julio A. RAMIREZ, West Lafayette, Kimberly Jo HAZLETT, Rochester, and Barbara Jan and husband Timothy E. BRUCE, Remington; six grandchildren, Laurie FEECE, Rochester, Meghan E., Amanda and Kaleb HAZLETT, all of Rochester, and Joshua R. and Sarah E. BRUCE, both of Remington; one brother, Robert [CESSNA] and wife Kathleen, Rochester; one sister, Ann and husband Wilson SADOWSKY, Madison; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents, an infant daughter, Denise Ann CESSNA, and one brother, Fredrick CESSNA.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,

Rochester, where private services will be held. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Charles W. “Diamond” Middaugh

April 28, 1912 – April 8, 2003

Charles W. “Diamond” MIDDAUGH, 90, died at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Judith HUTCHISON, Fulton; and one son, William D. [MIDDAUGH], Las Vegas, Nev.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 605 S. Center St., Bremen. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Mishler Funeral Home, 2030 Indiana 331, Bremen, and one hour prior to services at the church.

Saturday, April 12, 2003

Robert J. May

Oct. 10, 1936 - April 11, 2003

Robert J. MAY, 66, 6563 W. County Road 850 South, Claypool, died at 8:35 a.m. Friday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Survivors include his wife, Ruby J. SPARKS, Warsaw; two daughters, Bobbie Sue WELCH, North Carolina, and Robin MAY, Warsaw; five sons, John [MAY], Claypool; Bill ]MAY], Tennessee, Carson [MAY], Burket, and George and Rodney [MAY], both of Mentone; two sisters, Barb FRANCIS and Sue DAVIS, both of Warsaw; and three brothers, Bill and Richard [MAY], both of Warsaw, and Gene [MAY], Etna Green.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Friends may call from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Monday, April 14, 2003

Eugene W. Young

Aug. 4, 1934 – April 13, 2003

Eugene W. YOUNG, 68, 11277 Whispering Way, Culver, died at 10:10 a.m. Sunday at his residence.

Born in Chicago Ill., to Clarence and Leona FRANKS YOUNG, he married Joan IIAMES Aug. 29, 1969, in Cicero, Ill. She survives.

Mr. Young came to Culver five years ago from Cicero, Ill. He was a retired stationary engineer at Golub & Co., Chicago, Ill.

Surviving with is wife, at home, are one son, Daniel [YOUNG] and wife Sue, Carol Stream, Ill.; two daughters, Carol DANGLE and husband William, Naperville, Ill., and Patricia BERES and husband Gil, Carol Stream, Ill.; five grandchildren; three sisters, Barbara MANIGLIA and Beverly MALLAHAN, both of Cicero, Ill., and Nancy KIBLER, Culver.

Preceding in death were his parents.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Sourek Manor Funeral Home, Cicero, Ill. Burial will be at Mt. Auburn Memorial Park, Stickney, Ill. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, and from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Sourek Manor Funeral Home, Cicero, Ill. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Marshall County.

Harold R. Gunter

Harold Ray GUNTER, 71, Fulton, died at 11:25 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton.

Tuesday, April 15, 2003

Harold R. Gunter

Aug. 19, 1931 – April 13, 2003

Harold Ray GUNTER, 71, 504 Park St., Fulton, died at 11:25 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Grass Creek to Cecil and Ruth FORD GUNTER, he married Avice R. ECKHART Aug. 31, 1957, in Fulton. She survives.

Mr. Gunter was a former employee of the Fulton County Highway Department and retired from T.M. Morris Co., Fulton. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Gale SHULL and husband Tim, Rochester; one son, Jeffrey [GUNTER] and wife Chris, Peru; two granddaughters, Tracey SWICK and Chelsey EMMONS; two sisters, Mildred MULLINS and husband Ralph, Rochester, and Marjorie EASTERDAY, Winamac; three brothers, George R. [GUNTER] and wife Mary, Silt, Colo., Ralph [GUNTER] and wife Janet, Rochester, and Richard D. “Tom” [GUNTER] Mays Landing, N.J.; three stepgrandchildren, Kenny TOWSEN, Kimberly and Amanda SHAW; one step great-grandson, Joshua BOYLET.

Preceding in death were three brothers.

Private graveside services will be conducted at Fulton Cemetery with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be at Fulton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or Disabled American Veterans. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, was in charge of arrangements.

Charles W. Middaugh

April 28, 1912 – April 8, 2003

Charles W. “Diamond” MIDDAUGH, 90, formerly of Bremen, died at 10:30 p.m. April 8 at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Bremen to Abner and Laura WHITE MIDDAUGH, he married Phyllis M. DAVIS. She died in 1947.

Mr. Middaugh retired from Bendix Corp. after 33 years. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Bremen, and a former member of the Eagles Lodge.

Survivors include one daughter, Judith HUTCHISON and husband Leroy, Fulton; and one son, William D. [MIDDAUGH], Las Vegas, Nev.; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with his wife were five brothers.

Services were Saturday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 605 S. Center St., Bremen. Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen, was in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, April 16, 2003

Robert L. Allen

October 8, 1921 – April 15, 2003

Robert Louis ALLEN Sr., 81, 801 East Walnut Street, Akron, died at 12:11 p.m. Tuesday at his home. He had been in failing health for several years and bedfast the last six months.

The son of George W. and Esther Izetta FUNKE ALLEN, he was born October 8, 1921, in Niagara Falls, New York. After graduating from Niagara Falls High School in 1939, he attended the University of Alabama until World War II naval duty sent him to the South Pacific aboard the destroyer David W. Taylor. Upon his return to civilian life, he earned a degree in chemical engineering from Clarkson University in Potsdam, New York, in 1946. He later completed work for a master’s degree at Memphis State, now the University of Memphis.

His 38-year career with E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Co. Inc. took him from Niagara Falls to Memphis, Tenn., to Beaumont, Texas, and back to Memphis. He and his wife, the former J. Phyllis KKRUGER, whom he married Dec. 28, 1943, in Niagara Falls, moved to Akron in 1983 from Memphis. She died March 13, 1986. On July 30, 1989, he married the former Ann KINDIG in Akron. She survives.

An active worker for his adopted community, he was a member of the Akron United Methodist Church and Akron Revitalization Committee. He was a former member of the Akron Town Council and Akron’s first Comprehensive Plan Commission. Until failing health forced his resignation, he was a member of the Local Coordinating Council and an RSVP volunteer. He was also a member of Memphis Lodge No. 118 Free and Accepted Masons, the David W. Taylor Association and the Warsaw Astronomical Society. He enjoyed traveling, classical music, the opera, playing bridge, hunting, fishing, bowling, golf, sharing his love of history with others and working to improve Akron’s business, social and civic communities.

Surviving with his wife are five sons, Robert L. ALLEN Jr. and wife Susie, Collierville, Tenn., J. Phillip ALLEN, Akron, Michael S. ALLEN, Rochester, Todd SHEETZ and wife Cindy, Waynetown, and Doug SHEETZ and fiance Karleen MARTIN, Columbia City; a daughter, Mary Alice GIBBS and husband Jeff, Lewisville, Texas; 12 grandchildren, Robin and Melissa ALLEN, Collierville, Tenn., Brandi MAYORGA and Kelly ALLEN, both of Akron, Sandy ALLEN, Tennessee, Phyllis L. BOSTON, Atoka, Tenn., Martha and Kimberly SKIDMORE, Lewisville, Texas, Nicholas and Adam SHEETZ, both of Waynetown, and Kelzie and Maekenzie SHEETZ, both of Columbia City, and seven great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Akron United Methodist Church with Rev. Stevan HAIFLICH officiating. Burial will be in the Akron Cemetery. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, and one hour prior to services at the church. A Masonic service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Akron United Methodist Church, Akron Revitalization Committee or Hope Hospice of Fulton County

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Harold R. Gunter

Aug. 19, 1931 – April 13, 2003

Harold Ray GUNTER, 71, 504 Park St., Fulton, died at 11:25 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Grass Creek to Cecil and Ruth FORD GUNTER, he married Avice R. ECKHART Aug. 31, 1957, in Fulton. She survives.

Mr. Gunter was a former employee of the Fulton County Highway Department and retired from T.M. Morris Co., Fulton. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Gale SHULL and husband Tim, Rochester; one son, Jeffrey [GUNTER] and wife Chris, Peru; two granddaughters, Tracey SWICK and Chelsey EMMONS; two sisters, Mildred MULLINS and husband Ralph, Rochester, and Marjorie EASTERDAY, Winamac; three brothers, George R. [GUNTER] and wife Mary, Silt, Colo., Ralph [GUNTER] and wife Janet, Rochester, and Richard D. “Tom” [GUNTER], Mays Landing, N.J.; three stepgrandchildren, Kenny TOWSEN, Kimberly and Amanda SHULL; one step great-grandson, Joshua BOYLET.

Preceding in death were three brothers.

Private graveside services will be conducted at Fulton Cemetery with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be at Fulton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or Disabled American Veterans. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, was in charge of arrangements.

Mike L. Summe

Mike L. SUMME, 62, Indiana 14, Akron, died at 7:35 a.m. today at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Thursday, April 17, 2003

Robert W. Davis

Robert W. DAVIS, 87, died at 1:30 a.m. today at Miller’s Merry Manor West, Wabash. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron.

Betty J. Dell

May 8, 1925 – April 11, 2003

Betty Jean DELL, 77, 223 Montgomery St., Logansport, died at 9 p.m. April 11 at her residence.

Born in Logansport to Arthur and Lillian NOBLE RUSSELL, she was a homemaker.

Survivors include one son, Dennis M. DELL and wife Debra, Rochester; two daughters, Diana HARRELL and husband Don, Belleview, Fla., and Cindy GOODMAN and husband Robert Jr., Rochester; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; four brothers, Paul J. RUSSELL, LeRoy RUSSELL and wife Carol and Arthur RUSSELL and wife Betty, all of Logansport, and Donald RUSSELL, San Francisco, Calif.; and two sisters, Maxine STIGERS, Rockfield, and Margaret ATCHISON, Griffin, Ga.

Preceding in death was one son, Don SHUEY.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Gundrum Funeral Home, 306 16th St., Logansport, with Rev. Bob CREE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Phyllis P. Steininger

Phyllis P. STEININGER, 72, 1629 Jefferson St., died at 2:30 a.m. today at her residence. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Michael L. Summe

Sept. 11, 1940 – April 16, 2003

Michael L. SUMME, 62, 11107 E. Indiana 14, Akron, died at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at his residence. He had been in failing health four months.

Born in Akron to Maynard R. and Winnifred V. GILLESPIE SUMME, he married Dixie L. BERGSTROM March 19, 1960, in Grand Rapids, Mich. She survives.

Mr. Summe was shop foreman at Pike Lumber Co. for 11 years. Prior to that he was an over-the-road semi-truck driver for Pike Lumber Co. for 20 years. He was a volunteer emergency medical technician for nine years. He was a girls softball coach, past president of the Akron Youth League and a founder of the Akron Youth League Ball Park. He was a member of Lincoln Masonic Lodge 523, Macy, Order of the Eastern Star 124, Macy, and past master of Gilead Masonic Lodge. He graduated from Beaver Dam High School in 1959.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Michelle COOKSEY and husband Todd and Melissa KEIFER and husband Vic, all of Akron; two sons, Mitchell [SUMME] and wife Senita, Warsaw, and Duke [SUMME] and wife Audrey, Mentone; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Sandra SUMME, Rochester; and one uncle, Bill GILLESPIE, Akron.

Preceding in death were two brothers, Samuel and Robert SUMME.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Larry HOWARD and Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. A Masonic service will be held at 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Henry Township Ministerial Association or Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Fred M. Vandermark

Fred M. VANDERMARK, 71, 6130 N. County Road 900 East, Mentone, died at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone

Friday, April 18, 2003

Robert W. Davis

Jan. 27, 1916 – April 17, 2003

Robert W. DAVIS, 87, died Thursday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wabash.

Survivors include his wife Esther [DAVIS], Wabash; one son, Larry [DAVIS], Ypsilanti, Mich.; three daughters, Joyce HIDY, North Manchester, Carol FRANCE, Claypool, and Lynn BEST, Silver Lake; a step-son, Dean SLOOP, North Manchester; two sisters, Dorothy KENNY, Milford, Alyce GOLTRY, Bakersfield, Calif.; four brothers, Joe [DAVIS], Dinuba, Calif., Glenn [DAVIS], Clarksville, Tenn., Roscoe [DAVIS], Orangeville, Ill., and Dan [DAVIS], Knox.

Service are at 3 p.m. Sunday at Foster & Good Funeral Home. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Phyllis P. Steininger

Jan. 27, 1931 – April 17, 2003

Phyllis P. STEININGER, 72, formerly of 18W155 63rd St., Westmont, Ill., died at 2:30 a.m. Thursday at 1629 Jefferson St., Rochester, where she had been staying with her sister and brother-in-law.

Born in Rochester to Alfred “Ted” and Blanch WYNN BUTLER, she married Kenneth Paul STEININGER June 25, 1949, in Rochester. He preceded her in death on June 27, 1987.

She was a homemaker and lived in the Chicago area for the past 47 years.

Survivors include one son, Michael Paul STEININGER, New Mexico; two sisters, Marjorie BINGLE and husband Charles, Rochester, Donnabelle GARVER and husband Ralph, Logansport; one brother, William BUTLER and wife Nancy, Tucson, Ariz., and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Pastor Rob MACE officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center IOOF Cemetery, northwest of Rochester. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Monday or one hour prior to services Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made the cancer fund.

Saturday, April 19, 2003

Russell D. Reynolds

March 13, 1924 – April 18, 2003

Russell D. REYNOLDS, 79, Peru, died at 1:59 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Hospital in Kokomo.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy [REYNOLDS], Peru; three sons, Dean [REYNOLDS], Kokomo, Dennis [REYNOLDS], Arcadia, and David [REYNOLDS], Peru; and a brother, Don [REYNOLDS], Rochester.

Funeral service is 1:30 p.m. Monday at Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Robert W. Davis

Jan. 27, 1916 – April 17, 2003

Robert W. DAVIS, 87, died Thursday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wabash.

Survivors include his wife Esther [DAVIS], Wabash; one son, Larry [DAVIS], Ypsilanti, Mich.; three daughters, Joyce HIDY, North Manchester, Carol FRANCE, Claypool, and Lynn BEST, Silver Lake; a step-son, Dean SLOOP, North Manchester; two sisters, Dorothy KENNY, Milford, Alyce GOLTRY, Bakersfield, Calif.; four brothers, Joe [DAVIS], Dinuba, Calif., Glenn [DAVIS], Clarksville, Tenn., Roscoe [DAVIS], Orangeville, Ill., and Dan [DAVIS], Knox.

Service are at 3 p.m. Sunday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Phyllis P. Steininger

Jan. 27, 1931 – April 17, 2003

Phyllis P. STEININGER, 72, formerly of 18W155 63rd St., Westmont, Ill., died at 2:30 a.m. Thursday at 1629 Jefferson St., Rochester, where she had been staying with her sister and brother-in-law.

Born in Rochester to Alfred “Ted” and Blanch WYNN BUTLER, she married Kenneth Paul STEININGER June 25, 1949, in Rochester. He preceded her in death on June 27, 1987.

She was a homemaker and lived in the Chicago area for the past 47 years.

Survivors include one son, Michael Paul STEININGER, New Mexico; two sisters, Marjorie BINGLE and husband Charles, Rochester, Donnabelle GARVER and husband Ralph, Logansport; one brother, William BUTLER and wife Nancy, Tucson, Ariz., and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Pastor Rob MACE officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center IOOF Cemetery, northwest of Rochester. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Monday or one hour prior to services Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made the cancer fund.

Monday, April 21, 2003

Maurice D. Eley

May 22, 1916 – April 19, 2003

Maurice D. ELEY, 86, 200 E. Plum St., Argos, died at 9:40 p.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth.

Survivors include his wife, Inez L. ELEY, at home; two daughters, Carol Ann McELFRESH, South Bend, and Marilyn Jean JONES, Boulder, Colo.; one son, Robert Alan ELEY, Argos; and one brother, Jack ELEY, Bluffton.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Argos United Methodist Church. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, and one hour prior to services at the church.

Phyllis P. Steininger

Jan. 27, 1931 – April 17, 2003

Phyllis P. STEININGER, 72, formerly of 18W155 63rd St., Westmont, Ill., died at 2:30 a.m. Thursday at 1629 Jefferson St., Rochester, where she had been staying with her sister and brother-in-law.

Born in Rochester to Alfred “Ted” and Blanch WYNN BUTLER, she married Kenneth Paul STEININGER June 25, 1949, in Rochester. He preceded her in death on June 27, 1987.

She was a homemaker and lived in the Chicago area for the past 54 years.

Survivors include one son, Michael Paul STEININGER and wife Kathleen, Belen, N.M.; two sisters, Marjorie BINGLE and husband Charles, Rochester, Donnabelle GARVER and husband Ralph, Logansport; one brother, William BUTLER and wife Nancy, Tucson, Ariz.,; one sister-in-law, Ila Mae HUGGY, Justice, Ill., and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Pastor Rob MACE officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center IOOF Cemetery, northwest of Rochester. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. today or one hour prior to services Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made the cancer fund.

Tuesday, April 22, 2003

Connie J. Ramsey

Connie J. RAMSEY, 69, Akron, died at 7:20 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Wednesday, April 23, 2003

Connie Jo Ramsey

April 17, 1934 – April 22, 2003

Connie Jo RAMSEY, 69, 310 E. Walnut St., Akron, died at 7:20 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Fulton County to Conrad and Ardella FREAMOUW SINGPIEL, she was a homemaker. She worked in home health care and private care and at the Meals on Wheels site.

Survivors include four daughters, Ardella SLAVENS and husband Charlie, Chalmers, Carolyn GRAY and husband Gary Sr., Akron, Joann RUTHERFORD, Logansport, and Katie CAMPBELL and husband Kenny, Akron; three sons, Donald [RAMSEY] and wife Beth, Rochester, Bill [RAMSEY] and wife Sherri, Akron, and Jim [RAMSEY] and wife Shonda, of Orland; 14 grandchildren; one sister, Frankie SPARKS, Grandville, Mich.; one brother, Stan SINGPIEL and wife Kathy, Wabash; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were two sons, Tom and Raymond RAMSEY, one granddaughter, and one sister, Mary Lou SHELTON.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to multiple sclerosis or cystic fibrosis funds.

Fred M. Vandermark

Sept. 16, 1931 – April 16, 2003

Fred M. VANDERMARK, 71, 6130 N. County Road 900 East, Mentone, died at 7:45 p.m. April 16 at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Survivors include his wife, Waltraude VANDERMARK, at home, and one sister, Iva June WOLFE, Laketon.

Graveside memorial services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Sycamore Cemetery, southwest of Mentone. There is no visitation. King Memorial Home, Mentone, is in charge of arrangements.

Thursday, April 24, 2003

Leigha M. Chumley

March 8, 2003 – April 22, 2003

Leigha M. CHUMLEY, 6 weeks, 8998 Francis St., Delong, died Tuesday at Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis.

Leigha was born in South Bend to Thomas and Lyndee BYERS CHUMLEY.

Survivors include her parents of Delong; grandparents, Patrick and Barbara ALLEN, Delong, Jeff and Lisa BYERS, Rochester, and Thomas W. CHUMLEY, Texas; great-grandparents, Edward and Joan BATCHELOR, Rochester, Bill and Dixie STEPHENS, Illinois, Robert KIRK, Culver, and Rev. Floyd and Margaret ALLEN, Delong; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Preceding in death were her twin brother and four great-grandparents.

Services are at 4 p.m. Friday at Gospel Lighthouse Church, Delong. Burial will be at Leiters Ford Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the church. Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

Friday, April 25, 2003

Raymond E. Musselman

Raymond E. MUSSELMAN, 79, Peru, died at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at his residence. Arrangements are pending at McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

Saturday, April 26, 2003

Raymond E. Musselman

May 18, 1923 – April 24, 2003

Raymond E. MUSSELMAN, 79, died at his residence Thursday at 8:30 a.m.

Born in Miami County to Ezra and Nellie MUSSELMAN, he married Nina L. CARSON on June 1, 1941. She survives.

Mr. Musselman was a life long member of the Mexico Church of the Brethren, Mexico. He served as a deacon, CBYF youth councelor, Sunday school teacher, treasurer, trustee and sang bass in the quartets and church choir. He was selected a Master Farmer by Prarie Farmer magazine. He was a founder of the Miami County Soil and Water Conservation District formed in 1954. He was president of Indiana Soil and Water Conservation Districts and member of Indiana Department of Natural Resources Advisory Council. He was chairman of the Five School Consolidation which is now North Miami community schools. He served in the Indiana House of Representatives District #23 for 12 years. He also served as President of the North Miami community school board, the upper Wabash vocational school board of managers and formerly was an advisory board member of Jerrison Township school, Miami County.

Survivors include wife Nina MUSSELMAN, Peru, one daughter, Janet L. HUNTER and husband Michael, Minneapolis, Minn., five grandchildren, Rodney MUSSELMAN, Crawfordsville, Rachel OLSON, Boise, Idaho, Elizabeth BROD and husband Dr. Patrick BROD, La Cross, Wisc., Derek MUSSELMAN, Mexico, and Lynde MUSSELMAN, Roann, and six great-grandchildren, Hunter, Savannah and Colton MUSSELMAN, all of Roann, Halah MILLER, Boise, Idaho, and Zander and Griffin BROD, La Cross, Wisc.

He was preceded in death by one son, Robert Lee MUSSELMAN, one grandson, Ryan Lee MUSSELMAN, and two sisters, Helen HUNT and Mildred R. MUSSELMAN.

Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at the Mexico Church of the Bretheren, Mexico, with pastor Todd WENGER and Reverend Don RITCHEY officiating. Friends may call from 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Memorials may be made to Heifer Project International or the Habitat for Humanity.

Monday, April 28, 2003

Hildreth A. Coplen

Aug. 12, 1906 – April 27, 2003

Hildreth A. COPLEN, 96, died at 11 a.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Survivors include two daughters, Velma LANTZ, Mentone, and Donna MELLOTT, Etna Green.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Eline J. DeSonia

July 26, 1949 – April 26, 2003

Eline Joyce ARTIST DeSONIA, 53, formerly of 705 E. Fourth St., Lot 64, died at 11:55 a.m. Saturday at Life Care Center, Rochester, where she resided since January 2000. She was in failing health 3 1/2 years.

Born in Chicago, Ill., to Francis R. and Lillian Ann ARTIST, she married Daniel L. DeSONIA May 5, 1972, in Chicago, Ill. He survives.

Mrs. DeSonia, a homemaker, had worked at Torx Products, Rochester, and taught at Delong Christian Academy. She came to Fulton County in 1973.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are six daughters, Robin McCLOSKY and husband Dave, South Beloit, Ill., Theresa HALL and husband Rick, Rochester, Julie DeSONIA, Rockford, Ill., Lillian BLACKBURN and husband Robert, Sebring, Fla., Tammy MORIRITY and husband Steve Rockford, Ill., and Bobby Jo BLACKMAN and husband Jeffrey, Wabash; two sons, Arlington Joseph DeSONIA III “Joey,” Rockford, Ill., and Daniel L. DeSONIAa II and fiance Amanda GUYSE, Rochester; 22 grandchildren; one great-grandson; her mother, Lillian ARTIST, Chicago, Ill.; three sisters, Marlene TINDELL and husband James, Lawrenceburg, Ky., Arlene ARTIST and Carol VALDEZ and husband James “Jimmy,” all of Chicago, Ill.; her grandmother, Ann SMIDA, Berwyn, Ill.; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death was her father, Francis R. ARTIST, March 15, 1985.

Services are at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Fred STAYTON officiating. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bruce Lake. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Dr. Lloyd A. Morgan

Aug. 18, 1924 – April 27, 2003

Dr. Lloyd A. MORGAN, 78, 614 E. Rochester St., Akron, died at 7 a.m. Sunday at his residence.

Born in Plymouth to Oscar E. and Hazel UNGER MORGAN, he married Betty Drusilla IVEY May 6, 1945, in Jacksonville, Fla. She survives.

Dr. Morgan was a chiropractor for 40 years in Akron. He graduated in 1942 from Lapaz High School and in 1953 from Grand Palmer College of Chiropractory. He was a member of Akron United Methodist Church, Akron Lions Club, former member of Akron Masonic Lodge and Order

of the Eastern Star, Scottish Rite and Mizpah Shrine, both of Fort Wayne, and a 33-year member of Rozella Ford Golf Club, Warsaw. A bowler for several years in the league at North Manchester, he also loved gardening. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are four daughters, Michele BRAUN and husband Tony, Logansport, Adria MARTINEZ, Akron, Allison STREVY and husband Gene, North Manchester, and Denise BUSSARD and husband David Akron; two sons, Dr. James [MORGAN] and wife Jan and Lloyd A. [MORGAN] Jr. and wife Kathy, all of Akron; 15 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; six sisters, Jane WILSON and husband Ralph, Indianapolis, Mary Ann ORR and husband Joe, Warsaw, Helen ROBINSON and husband Mahlon and Barbara ELLIOTT and husband Jake, all of Tippecanoe, Kay SMITH and husband Bill, Plymouth, and Lois EVANS and husband Marty, South Bend; three brothers, James R. “Dick” [MORGAN] and wife Marvis, Akron, Daren [MORGAN] and wife Dorothy, Plymouth, and Stanley [MORGAN] and wife Dorothy, Akron.

Preceding in death were one daughter, Drusilla WHITTENBERGER, two brothers, Adrian and Wayne [MORGAN], and one sister, Norma FILLENGER.

A private family memorial service was held in Akron. There will be no public service or visitation. Burial is at Akron Cemetery. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is handling arrangements. Memorials may be made to Akron Lions Club.

Tuesday, April 29, 2003

David L. Hawkey

July 15, 1965 – April 26, 2003

David L. HAWKEY, 37, Winamac, died at 1:48 a.m. Saturday at his residence.

Born in Winamac to Harold E. and Karaen L. SHIDLER HAWKEY, he was a welder at Galfab Inc., Winamac.

Mr. Hawkey, a 1984 Rochester High School graduate, was a member of Life Center Church, Winamac. He enjoyed working on vehicles.

Survivors include one daughter, Stacy EISANMAN, Rochester; three brothers, Rodney E. [HAWKEY] and wife Leslie and Tim [HAWKEY] and wife Linda, both of Kewanna; and Bernie [HAWKEY] and wife Theresa, Campbell, Mo.; and one sister, Maria and husband Kim BONNELL, Winamac.

Preceding in death were his parents and one sister.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, with Rev. Cliff GANO and Rev. Heath Hiatt officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until time of service Wednesday.

Mary M. McGriff

Mary M. McGRIFF, 86, died at 7:20 a.m. today at her residence at NVA Emily E. Flinn Community of Marion. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

J.B. Rife

Nov. 25, 1929 – April 27, 2003

J.B. RIFE, 73, 610 Forest Drive, Winamac, died at 3:43 p.m. Sunday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

Born in Hammond to Burvie and Dorothy Fay WHITE RIFE, he married Joyce REAM. She died May 16, 2002. He married Gloria A. MILLER BARNES Nov. 27, 1970, in Crown Point. She survives.

Mr. Rife started his career on the family farm and became a truck driver. A highlight came when he transported the first U.S. manned Mercury spacecraft named “Freedom 7” to the Smithsonian Institute while working for North American Van Lines. He then started his own business, J.B. Rife Trucking, in Winamac. He later worked for Cox West GMC, Logansport, where he was top salesman in the area for five years and achieved top 10 status in the nation. In 1976 he founded R & S Transport, which exists today as Rife Heavy Duty Truck Parts, Winamac. He retired in 1997 to the farm he established in 1983. He belonged to the Indiana Santa Gertrudas Association, and was the largest breeder in the state. He also frequented several regular morning coffee gatherings throughout the area.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one son, Jeffrey B. [RIFE] and wife Dawn, Star City; one daughter, Karen L. SOMMERS and husband Daniel, West Lafayette; one daughter-in-law, Nancy RIFE, Winamac; eight grandchildren, Paul J. BRUCKER, Hillary RIFE and Adam RIFE, all of Winamac, Lynn EDGEL and husband Todd, West Lafayette, Samantha and Sierra RIFE, both of Star City, Lance HIATT, Jacksonville, Fla., and Paul FOLEY, Highlands Ranch, Colo.; one great-grandchild, Michell EDGEL, Lafayette; two sisters, Elnora JORDAN and Shirley BECKNER and husband Virgil, all of Winamac; two brothers, Orville [RIFE] and wife Lucille and Calvin [RIFE] and wife Virginia, all of Winamac.

Preceding in death were one daughter, Elizabeth HIATT, two sons, Steven and Robert RIFE, one brother, Gerald RIFE, and two sons-in-law, Paul BRUCKER and Dale HIATT.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Frain Mortuary, 305 E. Main St., Winamac, with Rev. David E. CHILDS officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday and after 8 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Pulaski Memorial Hospital or the American Cancer Society.

Wednesday, April 30, 2003

Delores A. Rottmiller

Oct. 10, 1932 – April 28, 2003

Delores A. ROTTMILLER, 70, 2479 E. 19th Road, Tippecanoe, died at 12:13 p.m. Monday in Bremen Community Hospital.

Born in Argos to June D. and Zehner SHIREMAN, she married Donald ROTTMILLER June 24, 1951. He survives.

Mrs. Rottmiller moved to Tippecanoe from Bourbon 20 years ago. She had also lived in Plymouth, Argos and Mishawaka over the years. A team truck driver with her husband for many years, she also did office and clerical work for Osborn Manufacturing, Warsaw, Al Baugher Trucking and Hartzler Trucking. She was a member and recorder for the Women of the Moose, Lodge 1423, Warsaw.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are two daughters, Kathy BROWN, Bremen, and Karen LONG and husband David, Atwood; one son, Gale [ROTTMILLER] and wife Vickie; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one brother, Allen SHIREMAN and wife Darlene, Valparaiso.

Preceding in death was her mother and her sister, Lola LUPO.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Deaton Funeral Home, 115 S. Main St., Bourbon, with Rev. Mick TOMLINSON officiating. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Cemetery. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Marshall County Hospice.

Thursday, May 1, 2003

Harriet M. Herrell

June 4, 1921 – May 1, 2003

Harriet Maxine HERRELL, 81, 400 E. Fourth St., Apt. 6G, died at 2 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester, where she was a patient following a sudden illness.

Born in Rochester to Lee Alton and Martha Washington McGRAW LEWIS, she married James Edward MIKESELL Aug. 29, 1938. He died May 14, 1964. She married Lloyd Herrell.

Mrs. Herrell, a lifetime Fulton County resident, worked at Hart Schaffner & Marx, Rochester, for over 25 years. She attended First Church of God and was a charter member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 852, Rochester, and the Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars Women’s Auxiliary. She enjoyed bowling and was active in league bowling at Quick’s Lanes, Rochester, for several years.

Survivors include one daughter, Sondra J. GELLER and companion Jerry BIDDLE, Tippecanoe; one son, Larry James MIKESELL and wife Wanda, Three Rivers, Mich.; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sarah Jane YOUNG, Lansing, Mich., and Evabelle ENYART, Rochester; two brothers, Clyde LEWIS, Florida, and Jack “Jackie” Franklin LEWIS, Rochester; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two sisters, O’dessa Louise COOK and Evelyn Ilene BALLENGER, and three brothers, Joel Harvey, Raymond Evert “Bid” and Lee A. LEWIS Jr.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation.

Mary M. McGriff

Aug. 11, 1916 – April 29, 2003

Mary Margaret McGRIFF, 86, died at 7:20 a.m. Tuesday at her residence at Emily E. FLINN Community, Marion.

Survivors include two sons, Roger A. [McGRIFF], Edinburg, and Darrel L. [McGRIFF], Marion.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until time of service Friday at the funeral home.

Friday, May 2, 2003

Henry J. Montz

Sept. 16, 1912 – May 1, 2003

Henry John MONTZ, 90, 1167 S. Woodlawn Drive, Winamac, formerly of Kewanna, died at 9:23 p.m. Thursday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Born in South Whitley to Clyde Franklin and Emelea KEISER MONTZ, he married Alice WELLER Oct. 10, 1937, in Kewanna. She died Jan. 30, 1971. He married Elizabeth McLOCHLIN COLGROVE May 12, 1973, in Winamac. She survives.

Mr. Montz was chief of the Kewanna Volunteer Fire Department for many years. He was a former Kewanna School System bus driver and formerly owned and operated Pure Oil Service Station, Kewanna. He also worked as a spring maker at Winamac Coil Spring, Kewanna, for 20 years. Mr. Montz was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Winamac. He was an avid bowler

and a dedicated husband, father and grandfather.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Vivian Ann PESARESI and husband Dan, Mishawaka, and Lillian L. KOLASZAR and husband Marv, Salem, S.C.; two stepsons, Gary COLGROVE and wife Betty, Winamac, and Larry COLGROVE, Indianapolis; one stepdaughter, Sharon GERDEMAN and husband Rich, Rockford, Ill.; six grandchildren, Christina MACE, Annamaria ROBB, Lorrie KENDALL, Cori KOLASZAR-BALL, Ali TREON and Dan PESARESI Jr.; three great-grandchildren; nine stepgrandchildren; 10 stepgreat-grandchildren; one stepgreat-great-grandchild.

Preceding in death was one son, Victor A. MONTZ, one brother and three sisters.

Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Winamac, with Rev. John HOYING and Deacon Rich GERDEMAN officiating. Burial will be at Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday and after 8 a.m. Monday at Frain Mortuary, 305 E. Main St., Winamac. A Rosary service will be at 6 p.m. and a scriptural wake service at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the mortuary. Memorials may be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church or the Kidney Foundation.

Saturday, May 3, 2003

Rachel L. Wicker

Rachel L. WICKER, 55, 814 Eastwich Drive, Lafayette, died at 12:20 p.m. Friday at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Lafayette. Survivors include three sons, James P., William J. and Mark A CLEMONS, all of Lafayette, two daughters, Laurie E. MULLINS and Robin L. BRICKEY, both of Lafayette, three brothers, Kevin, David and Danny WICKER, al of Rochester, and two sisters, Linda GROSS and Bobby WICKER, both of Rochester. Private services are scheduled at Hippensteel Funeral Home.

Monday, May 5, 2003

Sandra K. Brown

June 6, 1943 – May 4, 2003

Sandra Kay SHIDLER BROWN, 59, 1428 Elm St., died at 8:50 a.m. Sunday at her sister-in-law Rita HILL’s 879 W. Eighth St. residence. Hill had been caring for her during a lengthy illness.

Born to Spooner and Dorothy BROWN FUCHS, she married Boyd Eugene SHIDLER July 13, 1963, in Lakeville. He died Aug. 24, 1973. She married Harrold L. BROWN July 18, 1977, in California.

Mrs. Brown came to Fulton County in 1973 from Lakeville. She was an assembler at Robertson Transformer, Rochester, for 12 years, and worked at Lear Corp., Bourbon, for several years. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Rochester, the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, Lakeville, and the Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars and Fraternal Order of Eagles 852, both of Rochester.

Survivors include three daughters, Lisa Nicole BLAIR and husband Scott, Culver, Priscilla NELSON and husband Brandon, Rochester, Jennifer BROWN and companion Kyle BANDOW, Lago Vista, Texas; one son, Daniel E. SHIDLER and wife Karen, Rochester; 10 grandchildren, Chayton and Shelby BLAIR, Culver, Mashana SHIDLER, White Pigeon, Mich., Boyd and Bobby SMITH, Macy, “Sebastian” Dean Laine TRINKLE, Bicknell, Andrea BANDOW, Jonestown, Texas, Caleb and Devin BANDOW, Akron, and Joe HAMILTON, Rochester; two sisters, Linda HARBAUGH and husband Danny and Deanna ANDREWS, all of Bremen; three brothers, Barry

FUCHS and wife Joann, Lapaz, and Dennis and Ricky FUCHS; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were her parents and her first husband.

Services are at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County or the Fulton County Cancer Fund.

Ruth A. Davis

Feb. 14, 1931 – May 4, 2003

Ruth Ann DAVIS, 72, 602 Gembler Road, San Antonio, Texas, formerly of 705 E. Fourth St. Lot 26, Rochester, died at 2:20 a.m. Sunday at Regent Care Center, San Antonio, Texas. She resided there one and one-half years.

Born in LaFountain to Raymond and Nina RIDENOUR DILLON, she married James Franklin DAVIS Sept. 24, 1950, in LaFountain. He survives.

Mrs. Davis was in failing health four years. She resided in Rochester 28 years, coming from Indianapolis. She was a library aide for Rochester Community Schools for 19 years. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are three daughters, Pamela PITTENGER and husband David, Round Rock, Texas, Julie K. WILLIAMS and husband Tom, Cibolo, Texas, and Melanie BERRY and husband David, Kewanna; one son, Marvin J. [DAVIS], Rochester; nine grandchildren; one sister, Joyce SUMMERS and husband Robert, Wabash; one brother, Donald DILLON and wife Donna, LaFountain; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the charity of one’s choice.

Agnes E. Hinderlider

Aug. 13, 1910 – May 3, 2003

Agnes E. HINDERLIDER, 92, Winamac, died at 4:45 a.m. Saturday at Hickory Creek of Winamac.

Survivors include one son, Kenneth A. [HINDERLIDER], Kewanna; and one sister, Leona MARTIN, of Elizabeth.

Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today and after 9 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Sarah F. Moody

June 18, 1911 – May 2, 2003

Sarah Frances MOODY, 91, South Bend, former long time Rochester resident, died at 9:30 p.m. Friday at Southfield Village, South Bend.

Born in Dugger to Ben and Dove ANDERSON FREEMAN, she married Glenn R. MOODY Sr. Oct 18, 1928, in Dugger. He died Sept. 23, 1982.

Mrs. Moody was a beautician and owned and operated Moody’s Beauty Shop, Rochester, for 35 years. She was a member of First Christian Church and Reiter Club, both of Rochester. She enjoyed her church, her friends and living in Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Margaret WICKIZER, South Bend; one brother, Stephen

FREEMAN, South Bend; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson.

Preceding in death were one son, Glenn R. MOODY Jr., one brother, William FREEMAN, and one sister, Margaret DICKEY.

A celebration of life will take place at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to First Christian Church, Rochester, or St. Joseph County Hospice.

James W. Needham

Feb. 18, 1936 – May 4, 2003

James William NEEDHAM, 67, Rochester, formerly of Kernersville, N.C., died Sunday at Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis.

He was born in Winston-Salem, N.C., to R.W. and Christine Whitten Needham.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley KERN NEEDHAM, Rochester; his mother, Christine NEEDHAM, Winston-Salem, N.C.; two daughters, Donya L. MULLINS, Greensboro, N.C., and Sharon D. LANE, Walkerton, N.C.; one stepson, Joel A. BEVINS, Seattle, Wash.; two grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; one sister, Betty N. KALE, Winston-Salem, N.C.; father-in-law, Bob KERN, Rochester; several cousins and one nephew.

Preceding in death was his father in August 2002.

There will be no services or visitation. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Edna E. Rawles

May 19, 1914 – May 3, 2003

Edna Eleanor RAWLES, 88, died Saturday at Regency Place, South Bend.

Born in Delong to Zina and Martha ZIMMERMAN BUNNELL, she married Frank A. RAWLES May 19, 1933. He preceded in death.

Mrs. Rawles was a member of First United Methodist Church, South Bend, Rose Croix Chapter of Eastern Star and L.L.’s, a card group that met regularly for 50 years. She and husband Frank managed the restaurant at Four Lakes Country Club in the late 1950s. From 1961 to 1971 they owned and operated Rawles Grocery and Market in Leiters Ford, where Edna was assistant postmaster. Edna was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and friend, whose kindness and sweet sense of humor will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Survivors include four daughters, Joann DORSCH and husband Robert, South Bend, Shirley ALLISON and husband Robert, and Janet THOMPSON and husband Dr. Larry THOMPSON, all of Mishawaka, and Donna BAKER and husband Dale, Plymouth; 11 grandchildren, Candis McCARTHY, Julie SELBY and husband Ken, Robert DORSCH and wife Wendy, Cathy KELLY and husband Dr. Michael, Michael ALLISON, Robert ALLISON Jr. and wife Barbara, Dr. Michelle THOMPSON, David THOMPSON, Dr. Mark THOMPSON and wife Megan, Misty CRAFT, Jeremy PENNINGTON and wife Nichol, and Noelle BAKER; 15 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were three sisters and five brothers.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Forest G. Hay Funeral Home, 435 S. Ironwood Drive, South Bend. Burial will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of South Bend or the charity of one’s choice.

Jack L. Rhodes

June 2, 1934 – May 4, 2003

Jack L. RHODES, 68, 6332 N. Indiana 25, Logansport, died at 2:45 p.m. Sunday at his residence.

Born in Logansport to Donald E. and Margaret L. PHERSON RHODES, he married Patricia J. BARABE Feb. 2, 1963, in Hartford City. She survives.

Mr. Rhodes was a farmer. He was a member and Legionnaire of the Year in 1984 of American Legion Post 60. He was also a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3790 and was a Korean War Air Force veteran, serving from 1952 to 1956.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one son, Vincent [RHODES], Twelve Mile; one daughter, Ann PILGRIM and husband Bill, Fort Wayne; one sister, Sondra LEE and husband Jim, Fort Wayne; two grandchildren, Scott and Shannon PILGRIM, both of Fort Wayne.

No services are planned. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport. Memorials may be made to the All Saints Catholic School or the American Cancer Society.

Tuesday, May 6, 2003

Frank D. Fruit

March 15, 1919 – May 3, 2003

Frank D. FRUIT, 84, 1134 E. Kosciusko County Road 300 South, Warsaw, died at 1:32 a.m. Saturday at Whitley Memorial Hospital, Columbia City.

Survivors include one daughter, Cindy A. ROGERS, Warsaw, and one sister, Mrs. Valda V. COLLIER, Pierceton.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, 2290 Provident Court, Warsaw. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Louise Schneeberger

Aug. 30, 1922 – May 5, 2003

Louise SCHNEEBERGER, 80, Logansport, died at 1:27 a.m. Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport.

Survivors include one son, Michael H. LOGAN, Logansport; one daughter, Dianna GILLILAND, Rochester.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Fisher Funeral Chapel, Logansport. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Wednesday, May 7, 2003

Chester A. Geisler

Chester A. GEISLER, 87, died at 11:35 p.m. Tuesday at his Kewanna residence. Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Jane R. Johnson

Jane R. JOHNSON, 68, 1221 Jackson Blvd., died at 7:10 p.m. Tuesday at St. Vincent’s Hospice, Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Thursday, May 8, 2003

Chester A. Geisler

Dec. 20, 1915 – May 6, 2003

Chester A. GEISLER, 87, died at 11:35 p.m. Tuesday at his Kewanna residence.

Survivors include his wife, Mable I. COCHRAN GEISLER, at home; one son, Larry [GEISLER], Enola, Ark.; three daughters, Mary GLASSFORD, Macy, Leona TALBOTT, Mansfield, Ohio, and Marge DAVIS, Muscoda, Wisc.; one brother, Paul GEISLER, Idaville; one sister, Lydia MARVIN, Monticello.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Jane R. Johnson

Aug. 19, 1934 – May 6, 2003

Jane R. JOHNSON, 68, 1221 Jackson Blvd., died at 7:10 p.m. Tuesday at St. Vincent Hospice, Indianapolis, where she was a patient, following a short illness.

Born in Talma to Charles Raymond and Emma J. PERSON TIPPY, she married Paul E. JOHNSON July 6, 1951, in Rochester.

Mrs. Johnson lived most of her life in the Rochester area. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. She was a loyal employee of Torin Brookside Manufacturing and later Lau Corp., Rochester, for 35 years, from 1963 to 1998. During her tenure there, she was a member and past president of United Autoworkers Union Local 947. She was very active in the Fulton County Democratic party.

Survivors include three daughters, Debbie BARBOUR and husband Jim, Westfield, Andrea KLOTZ and husband Garry, Lenexa, Texas, and Lori WARNER, Rochester; two sons, Charles [JOHNSON], Indianapolis, and Matthew [JOHNSON] and wife Shanda, Salem, Va.; eight grandchildren, Bill BARBOUR, Wendy BARBOUR Mudis, Adam, Jeff, David and Erika KLOTZ, Landon SHELBURNE and Kendall DYKE; and one brother, William TIPPY, Mishawaka.

Preceding in death were her parents, an infant daughter, Jody Lee JOHNSON, two sisters, Rose Anne MORRIS and infant Betty L. TIPPY, and one brother, John TIPPY.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Emil J. ‘Jay’ Oberg

Emil Julius “Jay” OBERG, 76, died at 3:40 a.m. Wednesday at his Macy residence. Arrangements are pending at McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

Friday, May 9, 2003

Sandra K. Brown

It was incorrectly reported to The Rochester Sentinel that Caleb and Devin BANDOW, Akron, were grandchildren of Mrs. Sandra K. BROWN.

Edith T. Wilson

Oct. 15, 1910 – May 8, 2003

Edith T. WILSON, 92, Logansport, died at 12:55 a.m. Thursday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport.

Survivors include one brother, Leroy W. WEAVER, Logansport, and one sister, Eileen FAHLER, Star City.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at All Saints Catholic Church, Logansport. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Royal Center.

Emil J. “Jay” Oberg

Feb. 3, 1927 – May 7, 2003

Emil Julius “Jay” OBERG, 76, died at 3:40 a.m. Wednesday at his Macy residence.

He was born in Walkerton to David Major and Lillian WALSKOG OBERG.

Mr. Oberg was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He was a retired farmer and a civil service mechanic at Grissom Air Force Base for 33 years. He attended Tyner School. He was a member of Lincoln Masonic Lodge 523, Macy, Scottish Rite, Fort Wayne, Macy Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 124, and American Legion Post 36, Rochester.

Survivors include five sons, Gary [OBERG], Greenville, S.C., David [OBERG], Leesburg, Russell and Emil [OBERG] Jr., both of Macy, and Rober [OBERG], South Whitley; one daughter, Donna OBERG McCLURE, Rochester; 20 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one brother, David [OBERG], Bena, Va.

Preceding in death were his parents and two sisters, Marie and Helga OBERG.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial and graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Swedish Cemetery, Donaldson. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. A masonic memorial will be held at 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Lincoln Masonic Lodge 523, Macy.

Saturday, May 10, 2003

Marion Flory

March 14, 1916 – May 9, 2003

Marion FLORY, 87, formerly of Rochester and South Bend, died at 9:10 a.m. Friday at his residence at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Born in Marshall County to Frank and Berniece BROSIUS FLORY, he married Elizabeth M. BOWSER Feb. 18, 1939, in Bourbon. She survives.

Mr. Flory lived in South Bend 50 years and then in Rochester several years before moving to Warsaw. He and his wife wintered in Texas several years. He was a construction worker. He attended Otterbien United Methodist Church, Atwood.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three sons, Ronald [FLORY] and wife Connie, Eligin, Texas, Dennis [FLORY] and wife Gail, Richmond, and Kerry [FLORY] and wife Joanna,

Mishawaka; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two brothers, Arnold [FLORY] and wife Clarabelle, Tippecanoe, and Leo [FLORY] and wife Florence, South Bend; and two sisters, Elsie COLEMAN and husband Vern, Fort Meade, Fla., and Eldona BLUE and husband Glen, Niles, Mich.

Preceding in death were one sister, Margaret STEPHENSON, and one brother, Frank FLORY Jr.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Gene ANSELL officiating. Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Joan M. Cowsert

Aug. 9, 1946 – May 8, 2003

Joan Mevis COWSERT, 56, 7859 W. Pulaski County Road 700 North, Winamac, died at 11:40 a.m. Thursday at Starke Memorial Hospital, Knox.

Suvivors include one brother, Robert MEVIS, Plymouth; four sisters, Mary D. REX, Plymouth, Barbara BOYD and Carol MAVIS, Rochester, Bernice CALHOUN, Argos and companion Robert BRUYNEEL.

Funeral service is 11 a.m. Monday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Monday, May 12, 2003

Violet J. Coby

Violet Jane COBY, 65, 6464 W. Fulton County Road 600 North, died at 4:45 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Lorraine K. Hatfield

Nov. 3, 1915 – May 11, 2003

Lorraine K. HATFIELD, 87, 6621 N. State Road 25, (Talma) Rochester, died at 5:15 p.m. Sunday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Chicago, Ill., to William and Barbara HANCE DOLAN, she married Arthur Ross “Johnnie” HATFIELD Jan. 5, 1943, in Chicago, Ill. He died June 7, 1958.

Mrs. Hatfield and her husband owned and operated Rochester Machinery and Supply Co., Talma, currently known as Talma Fasteners. She was known as “Grandma Avon” for having been an Avon representative in the Talma and Tippecanoe areas. She was a member of Talma United Methodist Church. She enjoyed playing the organ and piano by ear, filet crochet, knitting, reading,

raising flowers in her yard and her love of animals, and she’ll be sadly missed by her two small dogs, Maddy and Winnie. She also enjoyed helping raise her three granddaughters and playing with her two great-grandsons and was known for her famous fudge recipe.

Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. James (Linda) ERP, Talma; three granddaughters, Mrs. Matthew (Diana) NETTLETON, North Manchester, Mrs. Robert (Lorrie) ROGERS, Indianapolis, and Emily Marie ERP, Indianapolis; and two great-grandsons, Harrison and Wilson NETTLETON, North Manchester.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and two brothers.

Services are at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Phil PRATT officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to

the Multiple Sclerosis Association, Muscular Dystrophy Association or to the donor’s favorite charity.

Tuesday, May 13, 2003

Violet J. Coby

Oct. 7, 1938 – May 11, 2003

Violet Jane COBY, 64, 6464 W. Fulton County Road 600 North, died at 4:45 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital emergency room. She had been in failing health since 1998.

Born in Rochester to Everett G. and Geneva Van KIRK WARFIELD, she married Marvin COBY Oct. 27, 1956, in Kewanna. He survives.

Mrs. Coby, a lifetime Fulton County resident, was a homemaker and worked at Hart Schaffner & Marx, Rochester, for several years. She had also worked at Arby’s, Rochester. She was a member of Whippoorwill Community Church and had been very supportive with Fulton County 4-H clubs.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are two daughters, Geneva “Jenny” BISCHOFF and husband Frank, Cassopolis, Mich., Bonnie KROFT, Corpus Christi, Texas; one son, Alan [COBY] and wife Rhonda, Akron, La.; 11 grandchildren; one sister, Dorothy EMMONS, Columbia City; three brothers, Roy WARFIELD and wife Marla, Green Valley, Ariz., Robert WARFIELD and wife Vera, Logansport, and William WARFIELD and wife Darlene, Alexandria; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were her parents and two infant sisters.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Brian SEWELL officiating. Burial will be at Leiters Ford Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home and from after noon until time of service Thursday. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Fund.

Arthur T. Pufahl

March 24, 1920 – May 12, 2003

Arthur T. PUFAHL, 83, Royal Center, died at 8:10 a.m. Monday at Fulton House at Chase Center, Logansport.

Born in Rantoul, Ill., to Emmett and Bertha HOKE PUFAHL, he married Grace Louise OLIVER Dec. 25, 1938, in Bremen. She died Aug. 3, 1982.

Mr. Pufahl retired from General Tire, Logansport, where he was a tool and die maker. He served in the Pacific Theater with the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of Royal Center United Methodist Church, American Legion, Logansport, Royal Center Masonic Lodge 585, Royal Center Order of the Eastern Star 375, and a lifetime member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Logansport. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking.

Survivors include two sisters-in-law, Jennie Mae PUFAHL, Royal Center, and Meta NELSON, Logansport; one brother-in-law, Joe OLIVER and wife Barbara, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with his wife were five brothers and eight sisters.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Royal Center Chapel, with Rev. Michael GOODSPEED officiating. Burial and military graveside rites will be at Royal Center Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home and after 8 a.m. until time of service Thursday. Memorials may be made to one’s favorite charity.

Wednesday, May 14, 2003

Betty J. Harris

Betty J. HARRIS, 74, Akron, died at 2 p.m. Tuesday at her son’s Akron residence. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Rhonda Horn

A Rocheser woman died Tuesday of injuries she suffered in a Saturday night motorcucle wreck.

Mashall County sheriff’s deputies said 39-year-old Rhonda HORN, Rochesrer, was critically injured Saturday night on U.S. 31 at the south edge of Plymouth.

She and husband Todd HORN were riding their motorcycles north on U.S. 31 north of Michigan Road, when hers left the road and hit a ditch at a high rate of speed, police said.

Police records do not detail her injuries, but officers said she apparently broke her neck and sustained internal injuries when the bike flipped end-over-end. She was airlifted to Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funera Home.

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Rhonda HORN, 39, 401 Main St., died at 4:05 p.m. Monday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester

Jack L. Reinholt

March 28, 1942 – May 12, 2003

Jack L. REINHOLT, 61, 11252 Timber Lane. Plymouth, died at 5:47 p.m. Monday at his residence.

Born in Monterey to Donald and Ruby BEAUCHAMP REINHOLT, he married Susie COLE July 9, 1966, in Plymouth. She survives.

Mr. Reinholt was a 1960 graduate of Aubbeenaubbee Township School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1960 to 1963. He attended Murry State School, Kentucky. He loved his family, golf and traveling.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Carrie WIERS and husband Tom, and Kelly REINHOLT, all of Plymouth; two grandsons, Christin amd Caleb WIERS, both of Plymouth; and three brothers, Donald [REINHOLT], Warsaw, Ronald and Stanley [REINHOLT], both of Leiters Ford.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 W. Madison St., Plymouth. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Marshall County Community Foundation, 2701 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, IN 46563.

Thursday, May 15, 2003

Betty J. Harris

Jan. 20, 1929 – May 13, 2003

Betty Jean HARRIS, 74, died at 2 p.m. Tuesday at her Akron home.

Born in Goodwater, Ala., to Robert and Nomie BARNETT HAWKINS, she married Lyle E. HARRIS Aug. 1, 1953, in Swindon, England. He died April 18, 1997.

Mrs. Harris graduated from Jefferson-Hillman Hospital School of Nursing in 1950 and served several years in the U.S. Air Force, during which time she was stationed in England. There she met and married her husband, who was also serving in the U.S. Air Force. Lyle Harris was a registered pharmacist who was raised in Akron. At the completion of their service tour they returned to the U.S., eventually purchasing the former Mishler Drugstore, Akron. They owned and operated Harris Drugs for 36 years. the former Harris Drugs continues doing business today under new ownership as Webb’s Family Pharmacy.

Mrs. Harris was a member of Akron United Methodist Church and Kappa Delta Phi Sorority.

Survivors include one daughter, Sally DAY RONAN, CPA, and husband Chris, Granger; two sons, Mark HARRIS, O.D., and wife Lisa, Akron, and Mitch HARRIS, M.D., and wife Jenny, Fishers; eight grandchildren, Michael and Megan DAY, Katharine and Samuel HARRIS, Stephanie, Andrew, James and Matthew HARRIS; four stepgrandchildren, Bradley, David, Sarah and Alex RONAN; one sister, Jo Ann LEE and husband James, Melbourne, Fla.; one brother-in-law, Stephen HARRIS and wife Renata, Frankfort; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two brothers, Morris and Billy HAWKINS, and three sisters, Marjorie Lavin HAWKINS, Cathrine HARRIS and Jimmie Sue GILLESPIE.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Akron United Methodist Church with Rev. Stevan HAIFLICH officiating. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorials may be made to the church. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of arrangements.

Rhonda L. Horn

April 26, 1964 – May 13, 2003

Rhonda Louise BUNNER HORN, 39, 401 Main St., died at 4:05 p.m. Tuesday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne, of injuries received in a motorcycle accident on U.S. 31 in Marshall County Saturday evening. Born in Broken Bow, Neb., to Gordon and Rita BRAY BUNNER, she married Todd A. HORN Feb. 14, 2003, at St. Thomas, Virgin Isle. He survives.

Mrs. Horn came to Rochester from Nebraska two years ago. A 1982 Brule, Neb., High School graduate, she was an assistant manager at Walgreen’s Drug Store, Kokomo. She also worked at Adams Bank & Trust, Ogallala, Neb., for three years, 1st Tier Bank, Lincoln, Neb., and she managed Farmers Home Administration, Ogallala, Neb. She loved all sports, but was particularly fond of showing her 4-H horses and cattle in Nebraska.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are her parents, Gordon and Rita BUNNER, Broken Bow, Neb.; two sisters, Peggy HILL and husband Ray, Boelus, Neb., and Glenda HARVEY and husband Eric, Fort Collins, Colo.; one brother, Gerald BUNNER and wife Monitika, Granite, Wyo.; three nephews; six nieces and one great-nephew.

Preceding in death were her grandparents, two uncles, one aunt and one cousin.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Don MEYER officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Pauline M. Miller

Pauline M. MILLER, 94, died at 5:15 a.m. today at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

William J. Tammany

William J. TAMMANY, 82, 1414 Court St., died at 4 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Friday, May 16, 2003

Kevin Powell

Kevin POWELL, 42, 117 E. Fifth St., died at 3:10 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

William J. Tammany

July 14, 1920 – May 15, 2003

William J. TAMMANY, 82, 1414 Court St., died at 4 a.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester, where he was a patient.

Born in the Bourough of Bronx, New York City, N.Y., to Charles and Mary DALY TAMMANY, he married Helen EGAN June 7, 1941, in New York City.

Mr. Tammany came to Rochester from New York City in 1992. He was an employee of Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. for 35 years, retiring in 1976. He was a member of New Life Church, Rochester, and the Community Resource Center senior program, where he conducted weekly Bible studies. He was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran.

Survivors include two sons, William “Alan” [TAMMANY], Jersey City, N.J., and Brian [TAMMANY] and wife Lois, Rochester; one daughter, Rosemary BUTT and husband Michael, Selkirk, N.Y.; and five grandchildren, Sean TAMMANY and wife Amy, Gilbert, Ariz., Aileen TAMMANY, Indianapolis, Justin TAMMANY, Greenville, Ill., and Michael and Esther BUFF, Selkirk, N.Y.

He was one of a family of 11 children. Preceding in death were his parents, his wife, Helen, in 1982, and brothers and sisters.

Friends and family are invited to a Christian memorial celebration as part of the 9:30 a.m. worship service Sunday at New Life Church, U.S. 31 and Fulton County Road 50 North. A reception will follow until 1 p.m. Rev. Brian TAMMANY will officiate the service. Burial will be held at a later date in New York. There will be no viewing. Memorials may be made to New Life Academy or Gideons International. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Sharon L. Whittaker

Nov. 6, 1943 – May 14, 2003

Sharon L. WHITAKER, 59, 7690 S. Indiana 19, Peru, died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday at Northwoods Village Health Care, Kokomo.

Survivors include her husband, Earl F. WHITAKER, at home; five sons, David and William Charles “Chuck” ALLISON, both of Elkhart, James D., Don R. and Dwayne WHITAKER, all of Peru.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Stout & Son Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St., Russiaville. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Saturday, May 17, 2003

Wilma B. Foltz

Dec. 13, 1920 – May 15, 2003

Wilma B. FOLTZ, 82, 705 E. 4th Street, Rochester, passed away Thursday at her residence.

Born on December 13, 1920, in Richland Township to Clayton and Sarah (O’BLENIS) MOW, she married Robert E. FOLTZ on April 2, 1960, in Lake Bruce. He preceded in death on January 29, 1999.

Mrs. Foltz had worked for Kroger Grocery Store in Rochester for 27 years. She had attended the First Church of God, Rochester.

Survivors include one son, Larry and wife LaVonda BURNETT, Argos, one daughter, Carole and husband Lynn VEESER, Powers, Mich., five grandchildren, Clayton Lee and wife Shellie BURNETT, Churubusco, Brian BURNETT, Brownsburg, Christopher and Ryan VEESER, both of Powers, Mich., and Heather and husband Ryan STUTZMAN, Rochester, seven great-grandchildren, Belinda, MaKAYLA and Rebecca STUTZMAN, Rochester, Nathan BURNETT, Dothan, Alabama, and Christopher, Allen and Wesley McVICAR Churubusco, and one brother-in-law, Eldrith COOK, Rochester.

She was preceeded in death by her parents and two sisters, Ruth and Eloise COOK.

Services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Whippoorwill Community Church with reverend Brian SEWELL officiating. Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Sunday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Burial will be at Richland Center Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Gideons’ International.

Pauline M. Miller

June 9, 1908 – May 15, 2003

Pauline M. MILLER, 94, Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester, died at 5:15 a.m. Thursday at her residence.

Born to Daniel MARBURGER and Essa SHULL on June 9, 1908, in Monticello, she married Ernest H. MILLER on April 26, 1931. He preceded in death on April 22, 1969.

Mrs. Miller was a homemaker and a member of the Gilead United Methodist Church. She was a former member of the Order of Eastern Star. She graducated in 1927 with her husband from Chili High School, Chili.

Survivors include two daughters, Bonnie BAHNEY, Macy, and Carol and husband Larry POWELL, North Fort Meyers, Florida, one son, Jack B. MILLER, Summerville, South Carolina, 14 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 20 great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were three grandchildren, one brother, Milton MARBURGER, one sister, Donnabelle DERSHEM, and one brother and sister in infancy.

Services are at 3 p.m. Sunday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron with reverend George HAPNER officiating. Friends may call 1 hour prior to services at the funeral home. Burial will be at Gilead Cemetery, Gilead

Pearl L. Newcomer

Pearl L. NEWCOMER, 88, 1312 College Ave., Rochester, passed away at 5:40 p.m. Friday in Woodlawn Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmberman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Kevin Lee Powell

Jan. 13, 1961 – May 16, 2003

Kevin Lee POWELL, 42, 117 East 5th St., Rochester, died at 3:10 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center, Rochester. He had been in failing health for the past 18 months.

Born to Claude and Beverly RUTLEDGE POWELL on January 13, 1961, in Peru, he married Dianna L. NETTE on Dec. 23, 1994. She survives at home.

Mr. Powell lived most of his life in the Rochester community except for four years when he lived in Marion. He attended Rochester and Marion schools.

Survivors include his wife, mother, Beverly POWELL, Rochester, father, Claude and wife Mary POWELL, Van Wert, Ohio, one daughter, Amber NETTE, at home, three brothers, Daryl and wife Debbie POWELL, Rochester, and Claude POWELL Jr. and Ray A. POWELL, both of Lima, Ohio, three sisters, Debbie STEWART, Pam FACKLER and Cindy LEWIS, all of Van Wert, Ohio, and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Foster and Good Funeral Home, Rochester with Jim DILLINGER officiating. Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to services Monday. Burial will be at Citizen Cemetery, Rochester. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Susan D. Rich

Feb. 13, 1955 – May 16, 2003

Susan D. RICH, 48, 908 E. and 375 N., Rochester, died at 10:21 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born to Willard and Shirley (DOAN) ROBERTS on February 13, 1955, In Peru, she married Lloyd RICH on August 22, 1992. He survives.

Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Corrina and Carrie CORRELL, both of Rochester, three sons, Chris CORRELL and wife Carol, David RICH and Michael RICH, all of Rochester, two grandchildren, Tyler and Braxton MALOTT, and one sister-in-law, Kathy ROBERTS, Peru.

Preceding in death with her parents was one brother, Jack “Bo” ROBERTS.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, with reverend Cannus SPARKS officiating. Friends may call on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico.

Roy C. Scripter

Roy C. SCRIPTER, 68, 2014 Sky View Lane, Rochester, died at 9:30 p.m. Friday at his residence.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester

Monday, May 19, 2003

Albert N. Bailey

Albert N. BAILEY, 88, died at 10:30 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Albert E. Flora

Albert E. FLORA, 86, South Bend, died at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Care Center, South Bend.

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

Pearl L. Newcomer

July 17, 1915 – May 16, 2003

Pearl L. NEWCOMER, 87, 1312 College Ave., died at 5:40 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Akron to Clem and Mary COOK HAMMOND, she married Harold L. NEWCOMER Oct. 2, 1938, in Rochester. He died Aug. 20, 1982.

Mrs. Newcomer was a homemaker and attended First Church of God.

Survivors include one daughter, Sandra L. SANDERS and husband Verse, Elkhart; three grandchildren, Kimberly CONLEY and husband James, Kevin S. KESLER and wife Tiffany, and Timothy R. SEE Jr., all of Rochester; and five great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were eight brothers and three sisters.

Services are at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Kelly DITTMAN officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or Gideons International.

Roy C. Scripter

Aug. 2, 1934 – May 16, 2003

Roy Clifton SCRIPTER, 68, 2014 Skyview Lane, died at 9:30 p.m. Friday at his residence.

Born in Brook to Carey and Genevieve DOUTY SCRIPTER, he married Anna Marie PEARSON Feb. 20, 1991, in Louisville, Ky. She survives.

Mr. Scripter was a retired accountant with Indiana Gas Co., Indianapolis, and was a member of Chalmers American Legion, Rensselaer Moose Lodge and First Assembly of God, Rochester. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Mary Katherine MEASAW, Kentland, and Susan Dawn WEAVER and husband John, New Castle; two sons, Carey Stephen [SCRIPTER] and wife Paula, Monticello, and Michael Allen [SCRIPTER] and wife Marcia, Goodland; five stepchildren, Lori WEIDA and husband Lee, Burnettsville, James STERRETT and wife Deb, Wolcott, Steve STERRETT and wife Jamie, Brazil, Jeff STERRETT and wife Kathy, Monticello, and Rex STERRETT, Buffalo; eight grandchildren; ten step grandchildren; three stepgreat-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty TYLER and Leona “Billie” DeGROOT, both of Rensselaer.

Preceding in death were two sisters, Berl A. SCRIPTER and Mary C. STRADDON, and two brothers, Donald and Russell “Pete” SCRIPTER.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Assembly of God, Rochester, with Rev. Robert GEORGE and Rev. Tim McFARLAND officiating. Burial will be at Davis Cemetery, Burnettsville, with military rites conducted by Logansport Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion posts. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Rensselaer Moose Lodge will conduct a memorial service at 7:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or First Assembly of God, Rochester.

Tuesday, May 20, 2003

Albert N. Bailey

Albert N. BAILEY, 88, 340 E. 18th St., died at 10:30 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Burial service is at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Elizabeth J. Berkebile

Elizabeth Jane BERKEBILE, 94, Wesley Manor, Frankfort, died at 4:15 a.m. today at her residence.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Albert E. Flora

July 6, 1916 – May 17, 2003

Albert E. FLORA, 86, 24175 Grant Road, South Bend, formerly of the Kewanna and Rochester areas, died at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Care Center, South Bend. He had been in failing health since 2001.

Born in Union Township, near Kewanna, to John and Norabell FLORA PASCHALL, he was raised by his grandparents, J.W. and Eldora FLORA.

Mr. Flora was a resident at St. Joseph Care Center since Oct. 29, 2001. He lived in the South Bend area for 63 years, coming from the Rochester and Kewanna areas. He was a machinist at Bendix Corp., South Bend, retiring in 1978. He was a former member of Prairie Grove Evangelical United Brethren Church and a member of Free and Accepted Masons Lodge 294, United Autoworkers Union Local 9, Scottish Rite Lodge, National Tank Destroyers Association and Disabled Veterans Association, all of South Bend. Locally, he was a member of the Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars and Leroy Shelton American Lodge Post 36, both of Rochester. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran and served in the European Theater.

He is survived by several cousins.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Buck PADILLA officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center Cemetery, northwest of Rochester. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until time of service. American Legion Post 36 and Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites.

Darrell D. Slone

April 29, 1952 – May 19, 2003

Darrell D. SLONE, 51, 106 N. High St., Silver Lake, died at 2:08 a.m. Monday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Survivors include his wife, Priscilla [SLONE], at home; his mother, Ida SLONE, Silver Lake; four sisters, Marcella KIRK, Louise HOPKINS and Hattie BROWN, all of Warsaw, and Edna HUGHES, Silver Lake; and two brothers, Ted SLONE, Akron, and Will SLONE, Silver Lake.

He was preceded by his father and one brother.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Wednesday, May 21, 2003

William “Bill” L. Abbott Jr.

William “Bill” Lowell ABBOTT Jr., 49, 3400 Burns St., Greensboro, N.C., died Monday at Wesley Long Hospital.

Born in Fulton County to William L. ABBOTT and Cornelia Myers SCHROYER, he married Linda LAMBERT. She survives.

Mr. Abbott was a U.S. Navy veteran of Vietnam. He was a member of Mayodan, N.C., United Methodist Church, Bass Anglers Sportsman Society and the American Legion. He was an electrician at University of North Carolina, Greensboro.

Surviving with his wife of 23 years, at home, are his father, William L. Abbott, Rochester, and his mother, Cornelia SCHROYER; three sons, Daniel LAMBERT, North Carolina, Michael ELLIOTT, Indiana, and William L. ABBOTT III, Louisiana; five daughters, Stephanie ELLIOTT, California, Lynette BROWN, Stoneville, N.C., Maria RUMLEY and Beth FULTZ, both of Mayodan, N.C., and Shawn PAYNE, Stokesdale, N.C.; 16 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three brothers, Jeff and Mike ABBOTT, both of Indiana, and Rick ABBOTT, Rochester; and two sisters, Pat SHEROAN, Indiana, and Nancy ABBOTT, Rochester.

Services are Thursday at Colonial Funeral Home, Madison, N.C., with Rev. Jerry WALKER officiating. Burial will be at Oak Level Baptist Church Cemetery, Stokesdale, N.C. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Carolyn Vanhoy, 1100 Wilkins St., Mayodan, N.C. 27027.

Albert N. Bailey

Nov. 29, 1914 – May 16, 2003

Albert N. BAILEY, 88, 340 E. 18th St., formerly of 721 E. 10th St., died at 10:30 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Rochester, he married Blanche M. BAILEY Oct. 25, 1959, in Rochester. She died April 21, 1994. He married Elizabeth McQUEARY May 6, 2001. She survives.

Mr. Bailey came to Rochester from Everett, Mass. He lived most of his life in the Rochester and Fulton County area. He was an elephant trainer with Ringling Bros. Circus and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He attended Apostolic Pentecostal Church, Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two sons, Joseph BAILEY, Koontz Lake, and Albert BAILEY Jr., Sheridan, Wyo.; one stepson, Jack NYE, Las Vegas, Nev.; one stepgrandson, Robert NYE, Rochester, raised in Bailey’s home since age 6; one stepdaughter, Marchelle Mc-QUERY, Rochester; several grandchildren and stepgrandchildren.

Burial service is at 2 p.m. today at Rochester IOOF Cemetery, with Rev. Don MEYER officiating. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites.

Elizabeth J. Berkebile

Aug. 15, 1908 – May 20, 2003

Elizabeth Jane BERKEBILE, 94, Wesley Manor, Frankfort, died at 4:15 a.m. Tuesday at the Health Care Center of Wesley Manor, Frankfort.

Born in New Washington to Charles and Nellie BRISBEN COOK, she married Dr. Dale BERKEBILE Aug. 20, 1932, in North Manchester. He died Feb. 5, 1979.

Mrs. Berkebile taught business and was a counselor at Rochester High School. She lived in Rochester more than 50 years before moving to Frankfort in 1990. She was a member of Grace

United Methodist Church, Lend-A-Hand Sunday School class, Order of the Eastern Star and Rebekah Lodge, all of Rochester, Tri Kappa, Sigma Delta Pi, Daughters of the American Revolution, National Educators Association and Rochester Classroom Teachers Association and Indiana State Teachers Association.

Survivors include three daughters, Jane MOORE and husband Jim, Delphi, Ruth CALDWELL and husband Bill, Kansas City, Kan., and Mary BASSETT, San Diego, Calif.; one son, Dale BERKEBILE and wife Mary, Rapids City, S.D.; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Charles R. COOK, California.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church or the Rochester High School library.

Paul “Bud” A. Weller

Paul “Bud” A. WELLER, 76, died at 11 a.m. Tuesday at his Kewanna residence. Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel.

Thursday, May 22, 2003

Paul “Bud” A. Weller

March 18, 1927 – May 20, 2003

Paul A. “Bud” WELLER, 76, died at 11 a.m. Tuesday at his Kewanna residence.

Born in Kewanna to Claude Victor and Caroline BAIR WELLER, he married Renata WIMMER June 7, 1954, in Kewanna. She survives.

Mr. Weller retired as a U.S. Army Sgt. First Class after 22 years service. He retired from Winamac Coil Spring, Kewanna, and was a security officer at Methodist Hospital, San Antonio, Texas. He was a member of Kewanna Church of Christ, charter member and original commander of Kewanna Veterans of Foreign Wars and a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. He was a former member of Kewanna American Legion, Kewanna IOOF, Kewanna Fire Department and a former Kewanna town marshal. Mr. Weller was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam War. He recieved the Army of Occupation Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Korean Service Medal and citation for meritorious service and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal six times.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one son, Jim [WELLER] and wife Kimberly, Lafayette; two daughters, Claudia NEWCOMER and husband Rick, Rochester, and Sharon WELLER and husband Mark McELWAIN, Zionsville; one stepdaughter, Renate MONTZ, Kewanna; one stepson, Wilhelm OBERLOBER, San Antonio, Texas; and three grandchildren, Matthew WELLER, Heather NEWCOMER and David McELWAIN; and four stepgrandchildren.

Preceding in death were his parents, two brothers, two sisters, one grandson and one nephew.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel, with Rev. Todd WILSON officiating. Burial will be at Kewanna Citizens IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home and after 8 a.m. Friday until time of service. Graveside military rites will be conducted. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Ralph L. Young

Ralph L. YOUNG, 84, 15024 N. 100 East, Akron, died at 2:56 p.m. Wednesday at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Friday, May 23, 2003

Patricia A. Bennett

July 12, 1988 – May 21, 2003

Patricia A. BENNETT, 14, 504 N. Maple St., Argos, died at 4:19 p.m. Wednesday in an automobile accident on U.S. 31 and 14th Road, near Argos.

Born in Colorado Springs, Colo., to LeeRoy BENNETT and Myong Chu YI, she was an eighth-grade student at Argos High School.

Miss Bennett was involved in choir and played soccer at Argos High School.

Survivors include her father and stepmother, LeeRoy and Lynda SNYDER BENNETT, Argos; one sister, Christine BENNETT, Argos; one stepsister, LeeAnna VanVACTOR, Argos; two stepbrothers, Joshua VanVACTOR, Indianapolis, and Johnathan VanVACTOR, Argos; paternal grandparents, Sam and Lou Ann CLEMENS, Argos; maternal grandparents, Marvin and Nyla SNYDER, Argos; paternal great-grandfather, James CLEMENS, Argos; and maternal great-grandfather, A.C. SNYDER, Muncie. Her aunt, Debbie BENNETT, Parker, Colo., along with other aunts, uncles and cousins, also survive.

Services are at 1 p.m. Sunday at Church of Jesus Christ, Argos, with Rev. Lloyd HOWARD officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Deaton Funeral Home, 115 S. Main St., Bourbon. Memorials may be made in her name to the Argos Class of 2007.

Corinna M. Miller

May 21, 2003

Corinna Mae MILLER, 315 Main St., was stillborn at 10:32 p.m. Wednesday at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

She was born to Matthew A. and Cassandra A. KNAUFF MILLER. They survive.

Surviving with her parents are one brother, Caleb MILLER, at home; maternal grandparents, Bill and Sharon CURTIS KNAUFF, Rochester; paternal grandparents, Walter A. and Carol S. MILLER, Peru; maternal great-grandmothers, Edna M. CURTIS, Rochester, and Naomi KNAFF, Perrysburg; paternal great-grandparents, Raymond and Phyllis MILLER, Peru; two uncles, Tim MILLER and Daniel MILLER, both of Peru.

Preceding in death was one sister, Madison Marie KNAUFF, Aug. 18, 1998.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Gene PERSONETTE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Kathern L. Feece

Kathern L. FEECE, 79, 14 C Road, Argos, died at 3:30 p.m. Thursday at Southfield Village, South Bend.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Pauline G. Henricks

Pauline G. RUSSELL HENRICKS, 89, 3512 W. Melody Lane, Kokomo, died at 7:21 a.m. today at Howard Community Hospital, Kokomo.

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

Ralph L. Young

June 13, 1918 – May 21, 2003

Ralph L. YOUNG, 84, 15024 N. 100 E., Akron, died at 2:56 p.m. Wednesday at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.

He was born in Miami County to Albert and Bankie HOFFMAN YOUNG.

Mr. Young was a mechanic. He restored old cars, sold farm equipment in Michigan and was in a band, playing accordion, banjo, keyboard and guitar. He was a 1936 Gilead High School graduate.

Survivors include two sons, Robert and Albert YOUNG, both of Michigan; one brother, Cleo YOUNG, Indianapolis; two grandchildren; two nieces, Judy BURCH and husband Larry and Loretta BLACK and husband Brook, all of Fishers; one nephew, William MILLER and wife Betty, Sevierville, Tenn.; and like a son, Russell EGOLF, Rochester.

Preceding in death were one sister, Helen M. MILLER, and one brother, Robert YOUNG.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.

Patricia A. Bennett

Patricia A. BENNETT, 14, 504 N. Maple St., Argos, was killed in a two-vehicle accident at 4:19 p.m. Wednesday on U.S. 31 at 14th Road in Marshall County, police said.

Bennett was pronounced dead at the scene of multiple blunt force trauma to the head, according to the Marshall County coroner’s office. She was partially ejected from the vehicle.

According to police records, the SUV she was riding in pulled into the path of an E&B Paving utility truck driven by Kevin L. RAYMOND, 43, Plymouth.

Raymond and a passenger in the SUV, Anthony GUERRO, 17, Plymouth, were flown to a Fort Wayne Hospital. Both were trapped. Raymond suffered internal injuries and Guerro suffered a fractured leg.

Guennette-THORNTON was taken to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth, for shoulder pain.

Police said the occupants of the SUV were wearing seat-belts.

Saturday, May 24, 2003

Alene Faye Jackson

Oct. 11, 1937 – May 23, 2003

Alene Faye JACKSON, 65, 1502 Bancroft St., Rochester, died following an illness at 1:10 p.m. Friday at her residence. She had been in failing health for a number of years.

Born in Powell County, Ken., to Raymond and Flora ASHLEY HELTON, she married George A. JACKSON on Sept. 4, 1955 in Peru. He survives.

Mrs. Jackson was a homemaker. She was a resident of Rochester since 1972 after moving from Rochester, Michigan. She also resided in the Peru community in earlier years. She was a member of the Manitou Moose Lodge Aux., the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aux. and the American Legion Aux., all of Rochester.

Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Teri JACKSON, Bacliff, Texas, and Susie and husband Troy EIKENBERRY, Rochester, two sons, Rick JACKSON and wife Kathy and Mike JACKSON and wife Connie, all of Seattle, Wash., one grandson, Evan EIKENBERRY, Rochester, six sisters, Ann ROBINSON, Lori MOPIELD and Debbie BIRNER, all of Peru, Jane TOWSAND, Denver, Pam KING, Stanton, Ken., and Vickie LINDEMAN, Brooklin, Mich., four brothers, Bruce HELTON, Walton, Gene HELTON, Logansport, David HELTON, Peru, and John HELTON, Rochester.

Preceding in death were here mother and father, two brothers and one sister.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with reverend Junior BOSE oficiating. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Burial will be at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton Co., 420 Main St., Rochester.

Pauline G. Russell Henricks

July 14, 1913 – May 23, 2003

Pauline G. RUSSELL HENRICKS, 89, 3512 Melody Lane, Kokomo, died Friday at the Howard Community Hospital, Kokomo, following a short illness.

Born in Rochester to Fay and Theresa BRICKEL RUSSELL, she maried Carl “Pat” HENRICKS on March 4, 1934 in Bruce Lake. He preceded in death on Feb. 3, 1981.

Mrs. Russell Henricks lived in the Rochester community for over 75 years after moving from Winamac. She was a former co-owner of Ritz Craft Corp., Argos and a member of OES #96, Winamac.

Bringing the greatest joy to Pauline was her close-knit family. She supported her family through three generations of cheering for her girls, then grandchildren and now her great-grandchildren from AAU basketball to T-ball games. No one was more proud of her family. The younger generations looked to her for advice and philosophy of life and occasional assistance with household chores and cooking. Pauline had shared many close friendships with her card playing girlfriends. “There’s nothing like a game of ‘spite and malice.’” Finally, Pauline had a love for gardening. She enjoyed many hours meticulously grooming her lawn and flower garden. In appreciation for her beautification efforts, she received Rochester’s Top Gardener Award in 2000.

Survivors include one daughter, Nancy Kanouse and husband David, Kokomo, seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Preceding in death were her mother and father, husband Carl “Pat” HENRICKS, one daughter, Patsy BUTT, Oct. 7, 2000, two sisters, Betty Lou SHAMBARGER WOLFE, Aug. 22, 1993, and Mildred McCONKEY, and one brother, Jackie RUSSELL, died at birth.

Services are Monday at 10 a.m. at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester with reverend

Junior BOSE officiating. Friends may call 2-6 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to services Monday in the funeral home. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. An Eastern Star memorial service will be conducted at 6 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home.

Monday, May 26, 2003

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Tuesday, May 27, 2003

Josephine Bucher

Josephine BUCHER, 85, 6403 W. Kosciusko County Road 800 South, Claypool, died at 12:43 a.m. today.

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

Frank M. Davis

Frank M. DAVIS, 88, Kewanna, died at 9 p.m. Monday at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Kathern L. Feece

Dec. 27, 1923 – May 22, 2003

Kathern L. FEECE, 79, 10840 14 C Road, Argos, died at 3:20 p.m. Thursday at Southfield Village, South Bend.

Born in Logansport to Alfred D. and Muriel M. SHOEMAKER JOHNSON Sr., she married Lester A. FEECE Jan. 24, 1942, in Plymouth. He survives.

Mrs. Feece was a homemaker and member of Plymouth American Legion auxiliary.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are three sons, Denny [FEECE] and wife Debra, Montrose, Penn., Kevin L. [FEECE], Logansport, and Curt FEECE] and wife Eileen, Plymouth; seven grandchildren, Marissa, Kaitlin, Zachariah, Katherine, Michael, Cassandra and Matthew FEECE.

Preceding in death were brothers, James JOHNSON and Alfred D. JOHNSON Jr., and sisters, Jean STUCKEY and Ellen CAPLETTE.

Memorial services will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Pat PUGLISI officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

John F. Glasson

Nov. 20, 1927 – May 23, 2003

John F. GASSON, 75, 1456 North Lake Shore Drive, Kewanna, died at 3:55 p.m. Friday at his residence.

Born in Huntington to Claude M. and Helen A. WENDT GLASSON, he married Sue Anne WRIGHT June 4, 1950, in Huntington. She died Aug. 26, 1989.

Mr. Glasson was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a material controls specialist at Eaton Controls Co., Winamac, where he retired in 1989. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1728, Winamac. He was a part of the 1945 Huntington High School basketball team that reached the final four of the state tournament.

Survivors include three daughters, Nickie LANGLEY, Rochester, Angie SANDERS and husband Jay, Winamac, and Mitsie COLGROVE and husband Jeff, Star City; one son, Brad GLASSON and wife Sharon, Logansport; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one brother, William D. GLASSON, Indianapolis.

Preceding in death with his wife were one son, Clay GLASSON, and one grandson, Clay LANGLEY.

Services were at 10 a.m. today at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Burial was at Pilgram’s Rest Cemetery, Huntington.

Pauline G. Russell Henricks

July 14, 1913 – May 23, 2003

Pauline G. RUSSELL HENRICKS, 89, 3512 Melody Lane, Kokomo, died Friday at Howard Community Hospital, Kokomo, following a short illness.

Born in Rochester to Fay and Theresa BRICKEL RUSSELL, she married Carl “Pat” HENRICKS March 4, 1934 in Bruce Lake. He preceded in death Feb. 3, 1981.

Mrs. Russell Henricks lived in the Rochester community for over 75 years after moving from Winamac. She was a former co-owner of Ritz Craft Corp., Argos, and a member of Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 96, Winamac.

Bringing the greatest joy to Pauline was her close-knit family. She supported her family through three generations of cheering for her girls, then grandchildren and now her great-grandchildren from AAU basketball to T-ball games. No one was more proud of her family. The younger generations looked to her for advice and philosophy of life and occasional assistance with household chores and cooking. Pauline had shared many close friendships with her card playing girlfriends. “There’s nothing like a game of ‘spite and malice.’” Finally, Pauline had a love for gardening. She enjoyed many hours meticulously grooming her lawn and flower garden. In appreciation for her beautification efforts, she received Rochester’s Top Gardener Award in 2000.

Survivors include one daughter, Nancy Kanouse and husband David, Kokomo, seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Preceding in death were her mother and father, husband Carl “Pat” HENRICKS, one daughter, Patsy BUTT, Oct. 7, 2000, two sisters, Betty Lou SHAMBARGER Wolfe, Aug. 22, 1993, and Mildred McCONKEY, and one brother, Jackie RUSSELL, died at birth.

Services were Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Rev. Junior BOSE officiated. Burial was at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Sharon Burkett Hurd

Nov. 18, 1946 – May 24, 2003

Sharon Elaine BURKETT HURD, 56, 2318 Westgate Drive, Logansport, died at 9:53 a.m. Saturday at Logansport Memorial Hospital following a sudden illness.

She was born the third daughter of Otis Albert and Beulah SHONK BURKETT Nov. 18, 1946, in Rochester. Sharon resided in Logansport the last 18 years, coming from Indianapolis and earlier Rochester.

On the 13th day of October, 1968, in Rochester Sharon married Robert Paul HURD. In May 1964, a proud Zebra, she graduated from Rochester High School. After studying merchandising, she graduated from the Ray Vogue School of Merchandising and Design in Chicago.

Sharon was a former administrative assistant for LINSCO/Private Ledger. She was currently a homemaker and manager of the dining room for the Logansport Shrine Club. She kept a busy schedule with active memberships in these organizations: The Bulldog Club of America,

Logansport Shrine Club, the Niddee Shrine Guild, of which she was current treasurer, and the Tri-Chi Sorority, Indianapolis.

Sharon, a 38-year cancer survivor, embraced life with many interests. She enjoyed cards with her friends at the Shriner’s Club, where she also served as chairman of the spring style show for many years. She and husband Bob were bulldog fanciers, establishing the Bullyhill Kennel. They were proud owners of champion bulldogs and enjoyed the show circuit around the Midwest. Aunt Sharon was greatly admired by her nieces and nephews. She always had time to help them with projects or offer advice. The role Sharon enjoyed most, her greatest love, was that of wife and matriarch, mother and grandmother.

She is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Robert Paul HURD, at home; one daughter, Jennifer LeeAnn and husband George EBEY II, Warsaw; one son, Christopher Robert HURD, Logansport; three grandchildren, Alexandria HURD, Walton, and Damon and Joshua EBEY, Warsaw.

Other survivors include her mother, Beulah B. BURKETT, Rochester; and two sisters, Joyce A. GOOD, Rochester, and Carolyn and husband Bruce HODGSON, Cadillac, Mich. Several nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by her father, Otis A. BURKETT, on Oct. 14, 1970, an infant brother, John BURKETT, and a niece, Jayne A. GOOD.

A celebration of Sharon’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, 128 W. Sixth St., and one hour prior to services. The Niddee Shrine Guild will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Northern Indiana Community Foundation.

Darrel “Jim” Nehring

Feb. 23, 1932 – May 25, 2003

Darrel “Jim” NEHRING, 71, 213 W. Second St., died at 9:55 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

He was born in Los Angeles, Calif., to Richard Oscar and Vera Juliette HOLT NEHRING.

Mr. Nehring was a commercial artist all over the country and was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. An accomplished musician and vocalist, he played guitar, banjo, bass and harmonica with various bluegrass bands around the nation. He was a founding member of theband Bluegrass Buddies. Along with his brother he started a bluegrass publication and organized bluegrass festivals. He also organized a traditional music association and held regular jam sessions at the Community Resource Center, Rochester. Mr. Nehring helped as a volunteer at the Veterans Administration Hospital and was a member of the Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Survivors include two sons, Mike [NEHRING] and wife Leslie, Gardena, Calif., and David [NEHRING], Carroll County, Ind.; one daughter, Juliette and husband Brett TERRELL, Indianapolis; four grandchildren, Jamie and Robyn NEHRING, both of Gardena, Calif., Dana and Ileana NEHRING-TERRELL, both of Indianapolis; one great-grandson, Domonick DELMONTE, Gardena, Calif.; three brothers, Richard [NEHRING] and wife Erika, Riverside, Calif., Ronald [NEHRING], Atwater, Calif., and Donald [NEHRING], Springville, Utah.

Preceding in death were his parents and two sisters.

A memorial jam session will take place at a later date. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Joann Wise

Aug. 7, 1923 – May 25, 2003

Joann WISE, 79, 2405 Liberty Road, died at 8:02 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital emergency room following a sudden illness.

Born in Miami County to Emil and Miriam MACEY SMITH, she married Arthur D. WISE Jan. 26, 1946, in Greentown. He survives.

Mrs. Wise lived in the Rochester area over 40 years coming here from the Miami County community of Santa Fe, Ind. She retired from her career as a bookkeeper. She had worked for the Kroger Dairy Office, Marion, for 12 years and in the Rochester area she worked for Fansler Lumber Co. several years. She was a 1942 graduate of Bunker Hill High School. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, where she was very active in the bell choir and the United Methodist Women’s group.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one daughter, Miriam K. WISE DUNCAN, Dalton, Ga.; one son, David A. WISE and wife Joyce, Liberty Township, Ohio; three grandchildren, Lauren Wise, Liberty Township, Ohio, Eric DUNCAN, Dalton, Ga., and Henry “Hank” DUNCAN, Dalton, Ga.; two sisters, Jean FORTIN, Fort Worth, Texas, and Emily STAFFORD and husband Wayne, Indianapolis. Nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at Santa Fe Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one half-hour prior to services.

Wednesday, May 28, 2003

Josephine McCloughan Bucher

Sept. 16, 1917 – May 27, 2003

Josephine McCLOUGHAN BUCHER, 85, 6403 W. Kosciusko County Road 800 South, Claypool, died at 12:45 a.m. Tuesday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, where she was a patient since Saturday. She had been in failing health one year.

Born in Irvington, Ky., to Oscar and Sissy GRACE HOPKINS, she married Maynard “Hap” McCLOUGHAN in 1935. He preceded her in death. She married Robert BUCHER in 1963. He preceded her in death in 1979.

Mrs. Bucher was a homemaker.

Survivors include one son, Oscar McCLOUGHAN and wife Betty, Akron; three daughters, Marie HOLLON and husband Corbitt, Claypool, Joyce OVERLANDER and husband Don, North Manchester, and Charlotte BAYS and husband Elmon, Silver Lake; 14 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husbands were her parents, one stepdaughter, Frances BENN, one brother, Lonnie HOPKINS, and four sisters, Irene HOPKINS, Elloree FLETCHER, Evelyn BUCHER and Earlene STONE.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 808 E. Rochester St., Akron, with Rev. Chad BURKHART officiating. Burial will be at Markle Cemetery, Markle, Ind. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Frank M. Davis

Jan. 17, 1915 – May 26, 2003

Frank M. DAVIS, 88, Kewanna, died at 9 p.m.Monday at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Born in Miami County to Marion and Rosa Puterbaugh Davis, he married Wanda Jean FOUST in October 1935 in Miami County. She died March 16, 2001.

Mr. Davis was a retired self-employed salesman and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.

Surviving are two daughters, Frances J. KOTTKAMP, Kewanna, and Carol S. HIGGINS and husband Tom, Indianapolis; four grandchildren, Susan SUSDORF and husband Glen, Elizabeth RAINBOLT and husband Ken, all of Indianapolis, Keith KOTTKAMP and wife Rena, Logansport, and Kenny A. KOTTKANP and wife Tammy, Kewanna. Also surviving are three stepgrandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, four stepgreat-grandchildren and three stepgreat-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with his wife were one great-grandson, one great-granddaughter, one stepgrandson, four brothers and four sisters.

Services are at 7 p.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Todd WILSON officiating. Private burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until time of service Friday at the funeral home.

LaVern J. Harness

April 1, 1952 – May 23, 2003

LaVern Joseph HARNESS, 51, 14725 W. 19th Road, Argos, died at 9:30 p.m. Friday at South Bend Memorial Hospital.

Survivors include his companion of 15 years, Pixie QUIMBY; and two daughters, Marguriet Rose HARNESS and Andrea LaVerne HARBESS, both of Argos.

A memorial service will be held at noon Friday at Lapaz American Legion with Rev. Valarie WAKKUS officiating.

Mary C. Hiatt

Mary Charlotte HIATT, 95, died at 6:33 a.m. today at Community Hospital, Bremen.

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

Corinna M. Miller

May 21, 2003

Corinna Mae MILLER, 315 Main St., was stillborn at 10:32 p.m. May 21 at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

She was born to Matthew A. and Cassandra A. KNAUFF MILLER. They survive.

Surviving with her parents are one brother, Caleb MILLER, at home; maternal grandparents, Bill and Sharon CURTIS KNAUFF, Rochester; paternal grandparents, Walter A. and Carol S. MILLER, Peru; maternal great-grandmothers, Edna M. CURTIS, Rochester, and Naomi KNAUFF, Perrysburg; paternal great-grandparents, Raymond and Phyllis PATTERSON, Peru, and John and Jean MILLER, Peru; and two uncles, Tim MILLER and Daniel MILLER, both of Peru.

Preceding in death was one sister, Madison Marie KNAUFF, Aug. 18, 1998.

Services were Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Rev. Gene PERSONETTE officiated. Burial was at Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Darrel “Jim” Nehring

A memorial service for Darrel “Jim” NEHRING, who died Sunday, will be at 5:30 p.m. Friday at the Community Resource Center, 625 Pontiac St. Friends may call from 5 p.m. until time of service at the center.

A memorial jam session will be held at the center immediately following the service. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Thursday, May 29, 2003

Josephine McCloughan Bucher

Sept. 26, 1917 – May 27, 2003

Josephine McCLOUGHAN BUCHER, 85, 6403 W. Kosciusko County Road 800 South, Claypool, died at 12:45 a.m. Tuesday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, where she had been a patient since Saturday. She had been in failing health one year.

Born in Irvington, Ky., to Oscar and Sissy GRACE HOPKINS, she married Maynard “Hap” McCLOUGHAN in 1935. He preceded her in death. She married Robert BUCHER in 1963. He preceded her in death in 1979.

Mrs. Bucher was a homemaker and lived in the Claypool area most of her life.

Survivors include one son, Oscar McCLOUGHAN and wife Betty, Akron; three daughters, Marie HOLON and husband Corbitt, Claypool, Joyce OVERLANDER and husband Don, North Manchester, and Charlotte BAYS and husband Elmon, Silver Lake; two stepsons, Dave BUCHER and wife Carol and Dan BUCHER and wife Kate, all of Huntington; 14 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husbands were her parents, one stepdaughter, Frances BENN, one brother, Lonnie HOPKINS, and four sisters, Irene HOPKINS, Elloree FLETCHER, Evelyn BUCHER and Earlene STONE.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 808 E. Rochester St., Akron, with Rev. Chad BURKHART officiating. Burial will be at Markle Cemetery, Markle, Ind. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Alice Gerst

April 14, 1929 – May 28, 2003

Alice GERST, 74, 2121 Boulevard St., died at 5 a.m. Wednesday at her residence.

Born in Lovelady, Texas, to Edd and Adelle SMITH MANN, she married Theodore C. “Ted” GERST in 1968. He survives.

Mrs. Gerst, a homemaker, graduated from Lovelady High School in 1946 and received a bachelor of science degree from Sam Houston University, Huntsville, Texas, in 1950. She was a proud Air Force wife and a very competent elementary school teacher and legal secretary. While living in Severna Park, Md., she was active in the Severna Park Ladies of the Elks. After moving to Rochester, she founded and was director of the Notables entertainment group.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are three daughters, Tony ANDREWS and husband Tracy, Cocoa Beach, Fla., Tobi HENRY and husband Greg, Manteca, Calif., and Tina JARRETT and husband Harry, Bell BROOK, Ohio; and four grandchildren.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. No services or visitation are planned at this time. Fisher Funeral Chapel, Logansport, is in charge of arrangements. The family requests flowers be omitted and a donation made to one’s favorite charity.

Mary C. Hiatt

Aug. 19, 1907 – May 28, 2003

Mary Charlotte HIATT, 95, Bremen Health Care Center, formerly of 1729 Wabash Ave., No. 101, died at 6:23 a.m. Wednesday at Community Hospital of Bremen.

Born in Cromwell to Floyd W. and Mary C. HURSEY LAUNER, she married John N. HIATT Oct. 18, 1934, in Seymour. He died in October of 1976.

Mrs. Hiatt lived most of her life in Rochester, also living with her husband in Florida for several years and in South Bend for a short time. She was a graduate of Teachers College, Indianapolis. She graduated from Bluffton High School 77 years ago. She was a Rochester school teacher, former co-owner of Launer Monument Works, Rochester, and was a member of Grace United Methodist Church.

Survivors include twin daughter and son, Charlotte SMITH and husband Daniel D., Bremen, and William L. [HIATT] and wife Patti, Rockford, Ill.; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were her husband and her parents.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church.

Raymond W. Minthorn

May 12, 1907 – May 28, 2003

Raymond W. MINTHORN, 96, Kewanna, died at 5:40 a.m. Wednesday at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Survivors include one son, Samuel A. MINTHORN, Kewanna.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Grass Creek United Methodist Church. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home and one hour prior to services at the church.

Friday, May 30, 2003

Ruth M. Brubaker

April 1, 1924 – May 28, 2003

Ruth M. BRUBAKER, 79, Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester, died at 4:55 p.m. Wednesday at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester.

Survivors include two sons, Evert BRUBAKER, Laketon, and Robin BRUBAKER, North Manchester; one brother, Roscoe BROWN, Marion; one sister, Alice GRIMM, Jacksonville, Fla.

Graveside services are at 1 p.m. June 7 at Laketon Cemetery. DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.

Saturday, May 31, 2003

Wanda Jeanette Ault Kern

Aug. 18, 1926 – May 29, 2003

Wanda Jeanette AULT KERN, 76, Russiaville, was called home to her Heavenly Father Thursday. She was born August 18, 1926 in Koscuisko County to Lilly Loher and the late Glen Ault of Akron.

She was a graduate of Beaver Dam High School in 1944. She worked for St. Joseph Hospital, Kokomo, as a nurse’s aid and retired from Delco where she worked as an inspector and line worker. She was married to Jack Kern and they had one daughter, Jolene Marie Kern Tate of Provo, Utah. She survives.

Wanda was a lover of the beauty of nature and delighted working in her flower gardens. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She was active in the ladies organization called Relief Society. She also served many years as President in the Young Women’s program of the Church, which gave her great satisfaction. She was also camp director for the young women for several years.

She is survived by one daughter, Jolene KERN TATE and husband Bob, Provo, Utah; mother, Lilly AULT, Akron; six sisters, Marjorie MATHIAS, Rochester, Kate KURTZ, South Bend, Mary Louise, Roann, Laura Mae SWIHART, Akron, Willodean ALLEN, North Manchester, and Elsie BROADBELT, Plymouth; three brothers, Franklin AULT and wife Sandy, Rochester, Richard AULT and wife Barb, Akron, and John AULT, Akron; and six grandchildren, Aaron, Rebecca, Katherine, Jennifer, David and Mary.

Her oldest grandchild, Aimee, preceded her in death.

Visitation will be Monday 4-8 p.m. at Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 West Rochester Street, Akron. Service will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Elder Lyman MARLER officiating. Burial will be at the Akron Cemetery, Akron.

Monday, June 2, 2003

Neva B. Clevenger

Sept. 5, 1910 – June 1, 2003

Neva Bell CLEVENGER, 92, 1205 Jackson Blvd., died at 2:45 p.m. Sunday at her son’s residence, where she had been living. She was in failing health several years.

Born in Greentown to Loren and Lydia Armfield McQuiston, she married Lloyd W. CLEVENGER Jan. 10, 1931, in Greentown, He died Jan. 15, 1992.

Mrs. Clevenger resided with her son and daughter-in-law for 12 years. She came to Fulton County from Greentown in 1953. A homemaker, she attended New Life Church, Rochester, and was a former member of Reiter Club.

Survivors include one son, James L. CLEVENGER and wife Katrina, Rochester; two daughters, Janet GRAHAM and husband Roger, Westfield, and Wanita SRIVER and husband Ed, Rochester; 10 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one grandson, three sisters and one brother.

Services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Brian TAMMANY officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to service. Memorials may be made to New Life Church.

Georgia B. Hibner

Feb. 1, 1912 – May 31, 2003

Georgia Beatrice HIBNER, 91, formerly of 6758 N. 150 West, died at 3:15 p.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth, following a lengthy illness.

Born in Wilmington, Ill., to George and Nellie H. PATTON MILLER, she married Roy A. HIBNER April 16, 1932, in Joliet, Ill. He died Dec. 29, 2000.

Mrs. Hibner came to the Richland Center community Jan. 1, 1944, from Elwood Ill. A homemaker, she was a member of Richland Center United Methodist Church. She was well known for her beautiful flowers and gardening with her late husband.

Survivors include two daughters, Carol SMITH and husband Larry and Cheryl BRIGHT and husband Steven, all of Rochester; four sons, Laverne HIBNER and wife Eileen, Plymouth, Dr. Dan HIBNER and wife Rebecca, Summerville, S.C., Don HIBNER-ner and wife Etta, Kewanna, and Dr. Robert HIBNER and wife Chris, Woodland, Calif.; 32 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one son, Richard Joe HIBNER, two sisters and two brothers.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Will LAWSON officiating. Burial will be at Richland Cemetery Cemetery, northwest of Rochester in Richland Township. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Richland Center United Methodist Church.

Anita C. Powell

Dec. 15, 1942 – May 31, 2003

Anita C. POWELL Rochester, formerly of Macy, died at 7:43 p.m. Saturday at Indiana University Hospital, Indianapolis. Born in Peru to Ellis C. and Esther ZARTMAN POWELL, she lived most of her life in Macy.

She attended Rochester Church of the Nazarene and sang in numerous singing groups, including the Rochester Notables and Fulton County Extension Chorus. She enjoyed singing, music, flowers, nature and people.

Survivors include one sister, Carol A. HURST and husband John A., Macy; and cousins and their families, Barbara VIA, Mary ZARTMAN, Elaine RODKEY, Rex and Karl WEAR, Peg CHARLEFOUR and Virginia WOLFE.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Don MEYER officiating. Burial will be at Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to service.

Verla J. Rice

Sept. 2, 1938 – May 30, 2003

Verla Jean RICE, 64, Hartford City, died at 6:02 p.m. Friday at Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.

Survivors include her parents, Verl RAGER, Akron, and Mary Irene MERLEY RAGER, Akron; one son, David E. RICE, Hartford City; two brothers, Eldon RAGER, North Manchester, and Philip RAGER, Portland; and one sister, Laura REESE, Akron.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Glancy Funeral Home, Walker Chapel, 109 W. Windsor St., Montpelier. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday and 1-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Ernest L. Quimby Sr.

Aug. 9, 1930 – May 31, 2003

Ernest Lamar QUIMBY Sr., 72, 5225 E. 650 North, Talma, died at 10:20 a.m. Saturday at his residence.

Survivors include his wife, Marguriet “Maggie” CARLISLE QUIMBY, at home; three daughters, Rev. Valerie WALLIS, Fort Wayne, Marguriet “Peggy” QUIMBY, Beaver Dam, and Pixie QUIMBY, Argos; five sons, Ronald [QUIMBY], Texas, Stanley [QUIMBY] Mishawaka, Thomas [QUIMBY], Talma, Ernest [QUIMBY] Jr. , Argos, and Michael [QUIMBY] , Michigan City; one sister, Evelyn HINTON, Argos; and one brother, Larry QUIMBY, Argos.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Argos Church of Jesus Christ. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, and one hour prior to service at the church.

Tuesday, June 3, 2003

Marilyn Newell Avila

Marilyn Newell AVILA, 68, 1012 Arthur St., died at 1:15 a.m. today at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

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

Betty Teghtmeyer Blackson

May 22, 1944 – May 22, 2003

Betty J. TEGHTMEYER BLACKSON, 59, Camplesville, Ky., died at her residence following an extended illness.

Born in Warsaw to Clarence and Juanita Teghtmeyer, she was a beautician and volunteered as ambulance driver for Middletown Emergency Medical Services. She was an avid bowler.

Survivors include her mother of Akron; her husband, Ed BLACKSON, Camplesville, Ky.; three sons, Ron [BLACKSON] nnd wife Robin, Greg [BLACKSON] and wife Teresa, and Rick [BLACKSON] and wife Sonja KRATHWOHL, all of Middletown, Ky.; one stepson, Richard LEWIS and wife Marianne, San Diego, Calif.; three stepdaughters, Melanie, Susie and Melissa BACKSON, all of Cahokia, Ill.; six grandchildren, Erika, Allen, Devin, Eric, Rachel and Sarah KRATHWOHL, all of Middletown, Ky.; five stepgrandchildren, Derik and Adam KEESLING, Middletown, Ky., Daniel WOOTEN, Anderson, and Courtney and Dakota BLACKSON, both of Illinois; two brothers, Allen TECHTMEYER, Florence, Ariz., and Tony LAWSON, Ohio; and two aunts, Lovey MATHIAS, Akron, and Margaret TEGHTMEYER, Warsaw.

Preceding in death was her father.

A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Omega Cemetery, Akron, with Rev. Wayne BALMER officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Omega Cemetery, 81 N. 1000 East, Akron IN 46910.

Brandon K. Townsend

Brandon Keith TOWNSEND, 23, Lebanon, died at 9:30 a.m. Sunday in a motorcycle accident on Interstate 465, Indianapolis.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Wednesday, June 4, 2003

Maralyn Avila

Nov. 7, 1934 – June 3, 2003

Maralyn TSCHANTZ NEWELL AVILA, 68, 1012 Arthur St., died at 1:15 a.m. Tuesday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne, where she was a patient for two weeks following a sudden illness.

Born in Jefferson Township, Whitley County, to Harold and Marjorie KAUFMAN TSCHANTZ, she married Tony NEWELL March 25, 1954, in Huntington. He died April 3, 1989. She married Ricardo Antonio AVILA Oct. 12, 1991, in Rochester. He died Oct. 22, 1998.

Mrs. Avila came to Rochester in 1968 from Decatur. Prior to that, she lived in the Whitley County area. She was a loan processor at First Federal Savings Bank, Rochester, and a receptionist for the former Rauschke State Farm Insurance office, Rochester. She was the valedictorian of her 1953 Jefferson Center High School class, Whitley County, and attended Manchester College. She was a kindergarten teacher in the Decatur school system for a short time prior to moving to Rochester. She was a homemaker and loving mother and spouse. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was always very supportive of her family in their sporting endeavors, attending her children’s and grandson’s basketball, softball and baseball games, and track meets. She was a beautiful piano player and a very gifted writer. Her notes and letters will be cherished by family and friends. She was a member of Laud Christian Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Miss Rochelle “Shelly” L. NEWELL, and Mrs. Loraine L. NEWELL THOMPSON and husband Brad, all of Rochester; one son, Mr. Christopher M. NEWELL, Fort Wayne; one grandson, Cahner Newell THOMPSON, Rochester.

Preceding in death with her husbands were her parents, one brother, Richard TSCHANTZ, and one sister, infant Rebecca TSCHANTZ.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. James CLIFFORD of Laud Christian Church, officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Laud Christian Church or Fulton County Public Library, Rochester.

Rev. Kathryn K. Kunz

March 26, 1950 – June 1, 2003

Rev. Kathryn Kay KUNZ, 53, South Bend, died Sunday following an extended illness.

Born to Paul and Opal McGEE KUNZ, she .resided in the Michiana area for most of her life.

Kathryn was a 1968 graduate of Penn High School. She graduated from Indiana University South Bend, with a bachelor of arts degree in history and received a master’s of divinity degree from Dayton Theological Seminary. She was a Methodist minister until becoming disabled in 1992. She taught in the computer lab at Navarre Middle School, where she was a permanent substitute teacher. She had a wonderful spirit and personality, a keen sense of humor and a well-developed sense of right and wrong that endeared her to everybody. She was active in Girl Scouts, as both a scout and troop leader. In 1970, she helped form the Rap Center, a drug, alcohol and troubled youth support and intervention center in South Bend.

Survivors include her father, Paul KUNZ and wife Joyce, Mishawaka; two sisters, Karen BLAND and husband James and Karolyn KUNZ, all of Mishawaka; two brothers, Kenneth KUNZ and wife Linda and Kippy KUNZ and wife Adrian, all of Mishawaka; two stepbrothers, Richard CLOWERS and wife Connie and Jerry CLOWERS and wife Pam, all of South Bend. She is also survived by 10 nephews, 10 nieces, five great-nephews and two great-nieces.

Preceding in death were her mother, Opal Patricia KUNZ, Aug. 19, 1996, and an older

brother, Paul Thomas KUNZ II, in October, 1948.

Kathryn was a history buff who loved going to the library and historical museums. Her interests included belonging to the Penn High School and IUSB choir and drama clubs, and she loved to travel. She enjoyed making crafts and was a skilled dress maker and cake decorator. She was a 30-year member of Helena Rebekah Lodge 72.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Palmer Funeral Home, River Park, 2528 Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, with Rev. Ed ERSKIN, pastor of Northway Church of Christ, officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. A Rebekah Lodge service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Northern Indiana Center for History, 808 W. Washington St., South Bend, IN 46601.

Sandra L. LaTour

June 8, 1943 – June 3, 2003

Sandra L. LaTOUR, 59, 0741 S. May Drive, Cromwell, died at 12:26 a.m. Tuesday at Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis.

Survivors include her husband, John A. LaTOUR, at home; two daughters, Jolinda BROWN, Warsaw, and Jenny HATHAWAY, Orange City, Fla.; one son James LaTOUR, Orange City, Fla.; four brothers, Vyrl HAYFORD, Jones, Mich., Ronald HAYFORD, Richmond, Va., Rick HAYFORD, Cassopolis, Mich., and Gordon HAYFORD, Shelbyville, Mich.; and one sister, Judy McBERRY, Griffin, Ga.

No services are planned. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Thursday at The Morning Star Foursquare Church, 2506 S. Indiana 15, Warsaw. King Memorial Home, Mentone, is in charge of arrangements.

Thursday, June 5, 2003

William P. Dailey

June 21, 1916 – June 3, 2003

William P. DAILEY, 86, 1015 Olinger Road, Gas City, died at 2:35 p.m. Tuesday at Twin City Health Care, Gas City.

Survivors include his wife, Anna L. [DAILEY], Gas City; three children, Mary Anna HOWARD, Zephyrhills, Fla., Fannie I. ROYAL, Gas City, and Edmond J. DAILEY, Gas City.

Services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Gas City Chapel, 200 N. Seventh St. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Nancy M. Funk

Aug. 27, 1935 – June 4, 2003

Nancy Marie MUSSELMAN FUNK, 67, 255 W. 18th St., died at 1:25 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital, where she was a patient for three days. She was in failing health five months.

Born in Terre Haute to Dr. Glen G. and Billie Mae MUSSELMAN, she married James H. FUNK June 4, 1985, in Colorado Springs, Colo. He survives.

Mrs. Funk was a homemaker and lived most of her life in the Rochester area, coming from Terre Haute. She attended the former Reiter School, southwest of Rochester. She was well-known by her family and friends for her caring and nurturing ways. No matter what the circumstances she may have been presented with, she always put her family and friends first. She was a true mother to all.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are two daughters, Glendon L. WILSON and husband Jeff, Fulton, and Holly VanLUE and husband Courageous, Nappanee; three sons, Robert SMITH Jr., Indianapolis, Scott SMITH and wife Leah, Vincennes, and Brandon SMITH, Rochester; one stepdaughter, Annemarie WAFFCOF and husband Mark, Williamsburg, Penn.; one stepson, LeRoy FUNK and wife Dianne, Colorado Springs, Colo.; seven grandchildren, Amy WIDMAN and husband Ray, Akron, Adam and Aaron WILSON, both of Fulton, Brook CONLEY and husband Brandon, Rochester, Nathan KAMP, Nappanee, Kim BALTAZAR and husband Lawrence, Goshen, and Kelsey SMITH, Vincennes; five great-grandchildren, Adrienne KAMP and Madelyn CONLEY, both of Rochester, and Sage, Brey and Vincent BALTAZAR, Goshen; two sisters, Noelle EARNEST, Sebring, Fla., and Nikki ONSTOTT and husband David, Athens, Ga. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

Preceding in death were her parents, one sister, Nelrose BRYANT, and one brother, Nils MUSSELMAN.

A private service will be conducted Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Bruce RUSSELL, of Fulton Baptist Temple, officiating. Burial will be at Kewanna IOOF Cemetery. Mrs. Funk requested memorials be made to Fulton County United Ministries food pantry in her memory.

Friday, June 6, 2003

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Saturday, June 7, 2003

Elnora M. Teter

Feb. 15, 1911 – June 4, 2003

Elnora M. TETER, 92, died Wednesday in Mesa, Ariz.

Mrs. Teter was born to William F. and Dessa OVERMYER HUDKINS in Rochester. She married Howard TETER, of Akron. They retired to Mesa, Ariz., in 1971, after living in Ohio and Florida. Howard preceded her in death.

Survivors include her loving brother and sister-in-law, Cecil F. and Jean HUDKINS, Mesa, Ariz. No services will be held. Melcher Mortuary Mission Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Monday, June 9, 2003

Arthur W. Funk

Arthur W. FUNK, 66, died at 5:55 a.m. today at his residence at Hickory Creek of Rochester, 340 E. 18th St.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Ray G. Hall Jr.

July 14, 1921 – June 8, 2003

Ray G. Hall Jr., 81, 49 W. 600 South, died at 7:35 a.m. Sunday at his residence.

Born in Novelty, Ohio, the son of Ray G. and Anna SINDELAR HALL Sr., he married Eunice Naomi WENGER Nov. 9, 1942, in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. She died Sept. 4, 1982.

Mr. Hall retired from Exide Corp., Logansport, after 35 years. He attended

Fulton United Methodist Church and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed traveling and regularly attended the monthly Exide retiree’s breakfast.

Survivors include three daughters, Beverly SKIPPER, Logansport, Sharon RENTSCHLER, Indianapolis, and Gayle BUNN and husband Jerry, Rochester; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one sister, Ruth SATAVA, Chardon, Ohio; and one brother, Clifford HALL and wife Mary Ellen, Painesville, Ohio.

Preceding in death with his wife were one infant daughter, one granddaughter, one great-grandson, eight sisters and two brothers.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Revs. George HAPNER and Art MALONEY officiating. Burial will be at Fulton Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Fulton United Methodist Church.

Ralph L. Norris

April 11, 1917 – June 7, 2003

Ralph L. NORRIS, 86, 436 Main St., died at approximately 10 p.m. Saturday at his residence following a sudden illness.

Born in Fulton County to Floyd and Ruth THOMPSON NORRIS, he was a lifetime Rochester area resident.

Mr. Norris was a section worker for the former Erie & Lackawanna Railroad, which passed through Rochester on the north side of town. He was very active in the Liberty Baptist Church, Rochester.

Survivors include five nieces, Colleen DILLMAN and Donna MILLER and husband Ron, all of Rochester, Judy HARTUP and husband Ed, Pierceton, Jane NORRIS, Plymouth, and Kathy STRONG, Walton; one brother-in-law, Ed GAMBLE, Rochester; and one sister-in-law, Wilma NORRIS, Logansport.

Preceding in death were his parents, four sisters, Irene NORRIS, Mary GAMBLE, Edna Mae BURNS and Ruby HUDSON, one brother, Charles NORRIS, and two nephews, Frank WOLF and Don NORRIS.

Services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Todd KAUFFMAN of Liberty Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is noon until time of service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Liberty Baptist Church.

Dorothy M. Pattee

Dec. 13, 1919 – June 8, 2003

Dorothy Mae KINDIG PATTEE, 83, Miller’s Merry Manor West, Wabash, formerly of 530 Linlawn Drive, Wabash, died at 2:35 a.m. Sunday at her residence. She was in failing health for one year.

Born in Fulton County, near Akron, to John and Carrie UTTER KINDIG, she married Harold CHAPMAN Jan. 9, 1938, in Fulton County. He preceded her in death. She married Herman PATTEE May 31, 1959, in Rochester. He died Aug. 21, 1993.

Mrs. Pattee lived most of her life in Akron and Rochester. She retired from Torin Corp., Rochester, and attended New Life Baptist Church, Wabash.

Survivors include one daughter, Donnetta HOBBS and husband Tony, Wabash; one son, W. Lee CHAPMAN, Fort Wayne; three stepsons, David PATTEE and wife Joyce, New Castle, Dick PATTEE and wife Elizabeth, South Bend, and Larry PATTEE and wife Sharon, Denver, N.C.; 15 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husbands were her parents, one daughter, Jeannette CHAPMAN, two sisters, Nellie BENNETT and Pauline SWICK, and three brothers, Byron, Gerald and Herman KINDIG.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Steve PARKS of New Life Baptist Church Wabash, officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to New Life Baptist Church, Wabash.

Tuesday, June 10, 2003

Arthur W. Funk

July 3, 1936 – June 9, 2003

Arthur W. FUNK, 66, 340 E. 18th St., formerly of Fulton, died at 5:55 a.m. Monday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Fulton County to Cary H. and Lucile C. KING FUNK, he was a tree trimmer for many years. He worked as a construction laborer and worked for Wolf’s Construction, Logansport, for more than 20 years. He was a member of the Operating Engineer International and the Logansport American Legion.

Survivors include six sisters, Elma L. SWIHART, Silver Lake, Isabelle KAMP and husband Wayne, Akron, Martha J. SCHULTZ and husband William, and Matilda Rose HABBEGER and husband Randy, all of Marble Falls, Texas, Helen Sue QUINTANILLA and husband Rafael, Wabash, and Judith Ann SHOCKEY, Converse; three brothers, James Harvey FUNK, Rochester, Robert E. FUNK and wife Marilou, VanBuren, Hugh M. FUNK and wife Rita, Rochester; several nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by one sister, Elizabeth FUNK and one brother, George FUNK.

Funeral service is 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St., Akron, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be in Athens Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Marcia J. Nicholson

July 6, 1921 – June 8, 2003

Marcia J. NICHOLSON, 81, 28070 Elkhart County Road 24, died at 1:40 p.m. Sunday.

Survivors include a daughter, Jane WINGERT, Fountain Hills, Ariz., and one son, James W. NICHOLSON, Elkhart.

Funeral service is at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hartzler-Guttermuth-Inman Funeral Home, 403 W. Franklin St., Elkhart. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Wednesday, June 11, 2003

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Thursday, June 12, 2003

Richard Cassidy Jr.

Richard CASSIDY Jr., 60, Logansport, instrumental in organizing the Northern Indiana Community Foundation, died Monday night at Logansport Memorial Hospital of an apparent heart attack.

Cassidy and representatives of Cass, Fulton and Miami counties were able to muster the needed population requirement for Lilly Endowment funding to establish the foundation.

He served on the boards of Cass County and Northern Indiana Community Foundations. The Northern Indiana Community Foundation later moved its offices to Rochester when the Cass County Foundation withdrew from the umbrella organization.

Cassidy was president of Security Federal Savings Bank for 20 years and had worked at First National Bank of Logansport.

He graduated from Wabash College, then received his law degree from Boston University. An attorney, he was a member of the local, state and American bar associations.

He was a member of the Logansport-Cass County Public Library Board, Logansport Planning Commission, the Logansport Advisory Council of Indiana University Kokomo and United Way board.

He served as chairman of the Logansport-Cass County Economic Development Foundation board and was president of the Logansport Elementary School Building Corporation and Logansport Memorial Hospital board.

He was active in several other community organizations over the years.

Cassidy is survived by his wife, Carolyn [CASSIDY], and adult sons, Brendon and Michael [CASSIDY].

Friday, June 13, 2003

Doris M. Sixbey

Doris M. SIXBEY, 80, died at 3:50 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester.

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

Susan E. “Susie” Williams

Susan E. “Susie” WILLIAMS, 48, died at 11:38 p.m. Thursday at her 2105 Ball Court residence.

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

Saturday, June 14, 2003

Doris Mae Sixbey

Sept. 19, 1921 – June 13, 2003

Doris Mae SIXBEY, 81, Life Care Center of Rochester formerly of 183 Pontiac Street, Rochester, died at 3:50 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center. She had been in failing health for the past five years.

Born to Edward and Gladys WELCH GILLILAND in Rochester, she was a long time resident in the Rochester area. She married Robert Warren SIXBEY on December 28, 1940, in Frankfort. He survives.

She was a former employee of the Torin Corp., formerly of Rochester, where she had worked for 26 years. She also had worked for Wal-Mart of Rochester.

She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church, Rochester, and the Evergreen Rebekah Lodge, also of Rochester, where she had been a member for over 50 years.

Survivors include her husband, two sons, Roger SIXBEY, Orlando, Fla., and Michael SIXBEY and wife Karen, Rochester; one grandson, Shanon Michael SIXBEY, Indianapolis; one granddaughter, Cassie SIXBEY, Indianapolis; and one brother, Jim GILLILAND and wife Betty, Fort Wayne.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 10 a.m. Monday in the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Bill MOON officiating. Friends may call 2-6 p.m. Sunday or one hour prior to the services in the funeral home. Burial will be at Rochester Independent Order of Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester.

Henry C. ‘Hank’ Stephan

Henry C. ‘Hank’ STEPHAN, 93, formally of Rochester died at 1:15 p.m. Thursday at Life Care Center.

Survivors include one son and two daughters including Gloria FRANKS, Rochester.

Funeral services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary’s Church, Crown Point. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Monday at Burns Funeral Home, Crown Point.

Susan E. ‘Susie’ Williams

Jan. 25, 1955-June 12 2003

Mrs. Susan E. ‘Susie’ WILLIAMS, 48, died at her 2105 Ball Court home at 11:38 p.m. Thursday after an 18-month illness.

Born in Indianapolis to Daniel and Lois SMITH WONDERS, she moved to Rochester in 1970. She was a member of the Rochester High School Class of 1973.

On June 23, 1973 she married Joe R. WILLIAMS. He survives.

She was an American Express Tax and Business Service staff accountant until June, 2001 when she purchased the Rochester Sears Retail Dealers Store, which she operated until May, 2003.

Surviving with her husband and parents are two sons Nicholas B. and Kiel Joseph WILLIAMS, all of Rochester; two sisters Lori ROBERTS and husband Peter, Rochester, and Nancy RAMSEY and husband Mark, Akron; one brother Steven R. WONDERS, Canaan, N. Y. and three nephews.

Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Woody SLADE officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-6 p.m. Sunday and for an hour before services Monday. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Marshall County Branch of St. Joseph County Hospice.

Monday, June 16, 2003

Mildred “Millie” A. Eastburg Basler

Dec. 11, 1920 – June 14, 2003

Mildred “Millie” Ann EASTBURG BASLER, 82, South Bend, formerly of Rochester and Plymouth, died at 4:40 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul’s Retirement Community, South Bend.

She was born in Rochester to Charles and Geneva STINSON WYLIE.

Mrs. Basler attended Reiter grade school and graduated from Rochester High School in 1939. She lived in Rochester until moving to Plymouth in 1956 and then to South Bend in 1960. She worked at the former Blumenthal’s, Rochester, for doctors Roberson and Kubley in Plymouth, and several doctors in South Bend before retiring. While living in Rochester, she was active in the Order of the Eastern Star and Grace United Methodist Church. She was active in the Methodist church and Questers Club in Mishawaka. She was a member of the Home Front Club during World War II.

Survivors include one son, Robert EASTBURG and wife Rita, Grayslake, Ill.; one daughter, Connie STRANG, South Bend; grandchildren, Alexander EASTBURG, Studio City, Calif., John EASTBURG, Arlington, Va., Todd STRANG, Fredericksburg, Va., and Julie STRANG, Ponca City, Okla.; two great-grandchildren; and one sister, Helen REESE, Rochester.

Preceding in death were her sister, Mary BOWEN, and brother, Ward WYLIE.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will take place at a later date at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Barry R. Hall

Oct. 18, 1965 – June 13, 2003

Barry Ryan HALL, 37, Macy, died at 7:43 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Logansport to Jerald W. and Barbara Ann BAILEY HALL, he was a 1984 Logansport High School graduate and a 1988 graduate of Indiana State University.

Mr. Hall was an application engineer for 11 years at Square D. Co., Peru, until November 2002. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, reading and music.

Surviving with his parents, Logansport, are his paternal grandmother, Margaret HALL, Clymers; two brothers, Gregory W. [HALL] and wife Jo Lynne, Adrian, Mich., and Rodney B. [HALL], Noblesville; one nephew, Darrell W. HALL; and several aunts and uncles.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kroeger Funeral Home, 711 E. Market St., Logansport, with Rev. Dan BOYD officiating. Burial will be at Fulton Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Carl K. Hershberger

Aug. 21, 1913 – June 13, 2003

Carl K. HERSHBERGER, 89, Dunedin, Fla., died Friday in Florida.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy [HERSHBERGER], at home; one daughter, Kay AGNEW, Florida; one son, Jay [HERSHBERGER], Florida; and three sisters, Dorotha SHEETS, Warsaw, Harriet WINTERROWD, Argos, and Rose LEWIS, Rochester.

Memorial services will be Tuesday in Florida.

Henry C. ‘Hank’ Stephan

Henry C. “Hank” STEPHAN, 93, died at 1:15 p.m. Thursday at Life Care Center.

Survivors include one son, Ron SYEPHAN, Nashua, N.H.; and two daughters, Gloria FRANKO, Rochester, and Rita LUKOYSKI, Downers Grove, Ill.

Funeral mass is at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary’s Church, Crown Point. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today at Burns Funeral Home, Crown Point.

F. Richard Walton, M.D.

F. Richard WALTON, M.D., Avon, died Thursday. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Margaret Walton, Kokomo.

He graduated from Kokomo High School, Indiana University and the University of Maryland School of Medicine. In January 1952, he was commissioned as an ensign in the U.S. Navy. In September 1960, he was selected 1st surgeon for the Polaris Fleet. While with the Polaris Fleet, Dr. Walton was assigned assistant chief of general surgery at Chelsea Naval Hospital, Chelsea, Mass. In 1965, he and his family moved to Rochester. During that time, he had surgery practices in Kokomo and Rochester and served on active surgery staffs at St. Joseph Hospital and Howard Community Hospital, both of Kokomo, and Woodlawn Hospital. In 1974, he accepted a position in North Vernon, where he performed the first major surgery in the new Jennings Community Hospital. In 1988, he served as a director and emergency room physician in Dyer and the last 10 years at Gibson General, Princeton.

Dr. Walton was a life member of the American Medical Association and American College of Emergency Medicine.

Survivors include his wife, Jan [WALTON], daughters, Susan WALTON, Karen SCHWAB, Sandy MORGAN, Deborah FLOREK and Pam RICE, and sons, Dick and Jeff WALTON, as well as one sister, Sharon WALTON, and one brother, Robert WALTON. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, two nephews and two nieces.

Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Ellers Mortuary, 3400 S. Webster St., Kokomo, with Father Frank KILCLINE officiating. Burial will be at Crown Point Cemetery, Kokomo. Visitation is from 11 a.m. until time of service.

Tuesday, June 17, 2003

Leona Eber

Leona EBER, 93, 311 N. Broadway, Mentone, died at 4:40 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Wednesday, June 18, 2003

James Durkes

James DURKES, 71, 827 W. 13th St., died at 11:07 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

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

Leona M. Eber

March 12, 1910 – June 17, 2003

Leona M. EBER, 93, 311 N. Broadway St., Mentone, died at 4:40 a.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Kosciusko County to Delmer S. and Myrtle MILLER WHITE, she married Russell H. EBER March 15, 1931, in Mentone. He survives.

Mrs. Eber was a lifetime Mentone resident and spent winters with her husband in St. Petersburg, Fla., for 26 years. She and her husband owned and operated Eber’s What-Nots and Novelties, Mentone, for more than 65 years. She was a bookkeeper and made deliveries. She graduated from Mentone High School and was involved with her husband in many community activities. She was a member of Mentone Church of Christ and Northwest Church of Christ, St. Petersburg, Fla.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one brother, Ernest Wilson WHITE, Anderson; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were two brothers, Leroy Vernon WHITE, in 1932, and Delois J. WHITE, in 1995.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Mentone Church of Christ, North Broadway St., with Billy STEELE and Ron WHITE officiating. Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to Mentone Church of Christ.

Thursday, June 19, 2003

James M. Durkes

Sept. 27, 1931 – June 17, 2003

James M. DURKES, 71, formerly of 218 W. Tenth St., died at 11:07 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester, following a lengthy illness.

Born near Rochester to Arthur H. and Helen I. PLETCHER DURKES, he married Peggy LEBO Aug. 19, 1950, in Rochester. She survives.

Mr. Durkes was a lifetime Rochester resident. He retired from The Rochester Sentinel as a press room supervisor with 42 years service. A 1949 Rochester High School graduate, he was a member of First Baptist Church, Rochester. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and bowling.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are four daughters, Patti COSTELLO and husband Harold, Kewanna, Linda HUDKINS and husband Bob, Fort Wayne, Sandy CALLAHAN and husband Larry, Fowler, Brenda CARLSON and husband Keith, Rochester; one son, TIMOTHY and wife Helen, Rochester; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Janice NEWCOMB and husband Bob MITCHELL, Brownsburg; and two brothers, Ron [DURKES] and wife Kay, Fort Wayne, and Lynn [DURKES] and wife Mary Lou, Rochester.

Preceding in death were his parents and one sister, Lois Ann DURKES.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 1000 Main St., Rochester, IN 46975.

Annabelle D. Hammond

Annabelle D. HAMMOND, 90, LaPorte, died at 3:20 p.m. Wednesday at LaPorte Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Friday, June 20, 2003

Annabelle D. Hammond

Feb. 10, 1913 – June 18, 2003

Annabelle D. HAMMOND, 90, LaPorte, formerly of Akron, died at 3:20 p.m. Wednesday at LaPorte Hospital following an extended illness.

Born in Akron to Wilson and Rosabelle HATTERY SHRIVER, she married Harold D. HAMMOND Jan. 18, 1930, in Akron. He died Aug. 28, 1983.

Mrs. Hammond worked at Singer Controls, North Manchester, for 18 years and was a homemaker. She was a member of Akron Church of God. She was a World War II mother and member of the Bunco Ladies Club.

Survivors include three daughters, Arlene COLE, Gladys HIGHT and Marla VAZQUEZ and husband Horacio, all of LaPorte; one son, Bud L. [HAMMOND] and wife Joan, Akron; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were one son, James L. HAMMOND, four sisters and two grandchildren.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Lowell BURRUS officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Marjory J. Sausaman

Marjory J. SAUSAMAN, 73, 11068 E. Indiana 14, Akron, died at 3:32 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Saturday, June 21, 2003

James M. Durkes

Sept. 27, 1931 – June 17, 2003

James M. DURKES, 71, formerly of 218 West 10th St., Rochester, died Tuesday at 11:07 p.m. at Life Care Center of Rochester following a lengthy illness.

Born near Rochester to Arthur H. and Ruth I. FLETCHER DURKES, he lived his entire life in the Rochester community. He married Peggy LEBO on August 19, 1950. She survives.

Mr. Durkes was a member of the Rochester High School graduating class of 1949. He retired from The Rochester Sentinel as press room foreman with 42 years of service. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rochester and enjoyed fishing, hunting and bowling.

Survivors include his wife, Peggy DURKES, at home; four daughters, Patti COSTELLO and husband Harold, Kewanna, Linda HUDKINS and husband Bob, Fort Wayne, Sandy CALLAHAN and husband Larry, Fowler, and Brenda CARLSON and husband Keith, Rochester; one son, Timothy DURKES and wife Helen, Rochester; one sister, Janis NEWCOMB and husband Bob MITCHELL, Brownsburg; two brothers, Ron DURKES and wife Kay, Fort Wayne, and Lynn DURKES and wife Mary, Rochester; 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were his parents and one sister, Lois Ann DURKES.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. today at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Rochester.

Marjory J. Sausaman

March 30, 1930 – June 20, 2003

Marjory J. SAUSAMAN, 73, 11068 E. State Road 14, Akron, died Friday at 3:32 a.m. at Woodlawn Hospital. She had been a resident of Life Center, Rochester, for 21 months.

Born in Kosciusko County to Floyd STUDY and Hazel HIRE, she married Jack E. SAUSAMAN on Nov. 30, 1953 at Beaver Dam United Methodist Church. He survives.

Mrs. Sausaman was a homemaker and an honorary member of Kappa Delta Phi. She graduated from Beaver Dam High School in 1953.

Survivors include her husband, Jack E. SAUSAMAN, Akron; one daughter, Penny HISEY and husband Rick, Macy; three sons, Jack SAUSAMAN and wife Calleen, Syracuse, Dave SAUSAMAN and wife Kandi, Rochester, and Bryan SAUSAMAN and wife Shelly, Claypool; three sisters, Joan DAVIS and husband Richard, Claypool, Linda MARTIN and husband Harrison, Hartsville, S.C., and Jan ANKENBRUCK and husband Duane, Ft. Wayne; one brother, Allen STUDY, Warsaw; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were two sisters and one brother.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Friends may call 2-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery, Akron. Memorials may be made to Life Care Center (Martin Hall), Rochester.

Monday, June 23, 2003

Stephen G. Arter

Aug. 19, 1935 – June 21, 2003

Stephen G. ARTER, 67, 5020 Southwood Ave., Fort Wayne, died at 1:47 a.m. Saturday at Kosciusko Community Hospital emergency room, Warsaw, while attending his 50-year Akron High School reunion in Warsaw.

Born in Indianapolis to Earl and Lena GERRARD ARTER, he married Dixie A. MYERS Feb. 24, 1957, in Akron. She survives.

Mr. Arter was a hospital pharmacist, retiring from Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne. He graduated from Akron High School in 1953 and Purdue University in 1957. He was a member of First Wayne Street United Methodist Church, Fort Wayne, and was active in missions. He was an officer in the National Hospice and was a community surveyor for CHAPS.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Peggy GOOD and husband Charles, Fowler; one son, Paul [ARTER] and wife Natalia, Phoenix, Ariz.; six grandchildren; and one brother, David ]ARTER] and wife Susan Barrett, Indianapolis.

Preceding in death were his parents and one grandchild.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at First Wayne Street United Methodist Church, 300 E. Wayne St., Fort Wayne, with Bishop Woodie WHITE and Revs. Greg EASTROM and Harold L. LEININGER officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to services, all at the church. Memorials may be made to Parkview Memorial Hospital Hospice. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of arrangements.

Marsha L. Correll

June 20, 1953 – June 22, 2003

Marsha Louise CORRELL, 50, 375 Harrison Ave., Peru, died at 10 a.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Born in Rochester to James Edward and Louise E. RHODES GINN, she married Larry Dean CORRELL July 26, 1991, in Rochester. He survives.

Mrs. Correll retired on disability from Lear Corp., Peru, where she was a press operator. She graduated from Logansport High School in 1973.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are two daughters, Debra Jean BAKER, Denver, and Phoeba Michele DRUDGE, Rochester; one son, James Edward GIBBS, Winslow, Ariz.; two grandchildren, Quinton BAKER and Katlyn DRUDGE; and one sister, Lana G. CASTRO, Lake Station.

Services are at 8 p.m. Tuesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Rick STONE officiating. Burial will be at Ebenezer Cemetery, near Deedsville. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Albert A. “Ab” Melton

Sept. 9, 1930 – June 21, 2003

Albert A. “Ab” MELTON, 72, died at 8:21 a.m. Saturday at his 2919 Barrett Road residence. He was in failing health for the past year.

Born in McRoberts, Ky., to Bernard and Sylvia SKIDMORE MELTON, he married Betty J. LYTLE GROGG April 6, 1956. She died Feb. 16, 2001.

Mr. Melton came to Rochester from Traverse City, Mich., 19 years ago. He was a tool and die maker, retiring in 1993 from United Technologies, Traverse City, Mich., after 26 years. He was a life member of Disabled American Veterans, Traverse City, Mich., the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 852, both of Rochester, AM-VETS Post 120, Mesick, Mich., and the American Legion, Rochester. He was a Korean War veteran serving as a sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was an American sportsman who enjoyed rabbit and mushroom hunting and fishing on the sparkling waters of Lake Manitou. He was a 1948 Rochester High School graduate.

Survivors include four brothers, Kenneth [MELTON], Copemish, Mich., Tom [MELTON] and wife Eileen, Doniphan, Mo., Gene [MELTON] and wife Sharri, Rochester, and Harold [MELTON], Brownsburg; one brother-in-law, Harvey NICKEL, Rochester; one sister-in-law, Mary MELTON, Rochester; one stepson, Douglas GROGG and wife Cathy, Rochester.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, one sister, Vandetta Nickel, and one brother, Curtis Melton.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Mr. Tom MELTON officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 3:30-7:30 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites.

Bernice I. Murphy

Aug. 19, 1904 – June 21, 2003

Bernice I. MURPHY, 98, Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth, formerly of Rochester, died at 4:25 a.m. Saturday at her residence.

Born in Macy to William and Lela HORTON ALSPACH, she married Richard MURPHY in 1930 in Indianapolis. She married Walter BARRETT Sept. 25, 1983, in Plymouth. He died Aug. 19, 1992.

Mrs. Murphy was a Rochester resident most of her life, moving to Plymouth 27 years ago. She was a 1922 Macy High School graduate and a 1925 graduate of Methodist Hospital School of Nursing, Indianapolis. She was a registered nurse at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She was a member of First Christian Church, Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Marlene TUCK and husband Edward, Lebanon, N.H.; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Graveside service is at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Rochester IOOF Cemetery, 620 W. Third St., with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating.

Frances I. Robertson

Nov. 12, 1908 – June 21, 2003

Frances Irene ROBERTSON, 94, 827 W. 13th St., and formerly of South Bend and Detroit, Mich., died at 8:40 a.m. Saturday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Grass Creek to Andrew Oliver and Maude NICKLES GEIER, she married Joseph ROBERTSON May 28, 1927, in Mishawaka. He died in 1965.

Mrs. Robertson was a retired clerk for Montgomery Ward. She was a member of Detroit Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary and the Farmington Hills, Mich., United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Maxine St. CLAIR, Grass Creek; one brother, Max GEIER and wife Mary, Lucerne; and three stepsisters, Josephine PARTRIDGE and Lita HENDRICKS, both of Logansport, and Robbie VanMETER, Kewanna. Also surviving are two nieces, Dorothy YOUNG, Grass Creek, and Barbara FINNEY, Logansport, and two nephews, Roger LONG, Muncie, and Max E. GEIER, Kewanna.

Preceding in death with her husband were one son, Raymond ROBERTSON in 1995, one nephew, Jerry VanDALEN and three sisters.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Ron VITITOE officiating. Burial will be at Acacia Park Cemetery, Birmingham, Mich. Visitation is one hour prior to services.

Dale J. “Cornie” Wallace

Jan. 2, 1922 – June 22, 2003

Dale J. “Cornie” WALLACE, 81, formerly of Mentone, died at 1:55 a.m. Sunday at his residence at Mason’s Health Care, Warsaw.

Born in Kosciusko County to Dale D. and Mary DEERWESTER WALLACE, he married Lola F. “Bobbie” MOLLENHOUR Dec. 11, 1942, in Mentone. She died Aug. 3, 2000.

Mr. Wallace owned Mollenhour Lumber Co., Mentone. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of the American Legion Post 49, Mentone United Methodist Church and Mentone Masonic Lodge.

Survivors include one daughter, Connie SCHLAG and husband Robert, Warsaw; two grandsons, Brad and Jeff KNISELY; five great-grandchildren; and one sister, Eleanor VANATOR, North Webster.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Doris SMITH officiating. Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Tuesday, June 24, 2003

Gary L. Hammond

April 28, 1951 – June 22, 2003

Gary Loren HAMMOND, 52, 14685 Michigan Road, Argos, died at 7:27 p.m. Sunday at his residence following a six-month illness.

Born in Rochester to Herbert and Hazel CRAFT HAMMOND, he married Christine SCHORI Aug. 28, 1970, at The Church of Jesus Christ, Argos. She survives.

Mr. Hammond, a lifetime Argos resident, was a metal fabricator at Hensley Fabricating Co., Tippecanoe, for over 20 years. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ, Argos.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Nicole HAMMOND, Argos; one son, Joshua HAMMOND and wife Megan, Plymouth; four sisters, Mary Lois WATSON and husband Bill, Plymouth, Wilma Jean TROYER and husband John and Sherry HARRINGTON and husband Robert, all of Argos, Patty Sharon GEISELMAN and husband Scott, Culver; and three brothers, Gerral [HAMMOND] and wife Pat, Etna Green, Michael [HAMMOND], Argos, and Christopher [HAMMOND] and wife Kathleen, Akron. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceding in death were his parents and one sister, Thelma Faye HAMMOND.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at The Church of Jesus Christ, Argos, with Rev. Lloyd HOWARD officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, and after 10 a.m. through hour of service Thursday at the church. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Marshall County.

Donna J. Olinger

Mrs. Donna J. OLLINGER, 70, 5457 S. 125 East, died at 10:50 p.m. Monday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

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

Wednesday, June 25, 2003

Stephen G. Arter

Services for Stephen G. ARTER are at 11 a.m. Thursday at First Wayne Street United Methodist Church, 300 E. Wayne St., Fort Wayne. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today at the church and one hour prior to services. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Akron Cemetery. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of arrangements.

Donna J. Olinger

July 27, 1932 – June 23, 2003

Donna J. OLINGER, 70, 5457 S. 125 E., died at 10:50 p.m. Monday at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Born in Rochester to Richard and Susie DAVIS MORRIS, she married Bethel Roy OLINGER Dec. 17, 1950, in Rochester. He died in 1994.

Mrs. Olinger was a homemaker and assisted her late husband in operating the family farm near Rochester. She enjoyed gardening and canning. She was an accomplished seamstress and was very passionate about her grandchildren and family. She was a Talma High School graduate.

Survivors include two daughters, Debra Jean CARITHERS and husband John and Diane Kay KINZER, all of Logansport; one son, Thomas A. OLINGER and wife Kim, Rochester; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Marilyn HALTERMAN and husband George, Rochester; and one brother, Joe MORRIS and wife Sharon, Rochester. Nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one sister, Frances BAKER, and one brother, Cliff MORRIS.

Friends and neighbors can attend a graveside service at 2 p.m. Thursday at Rochester IOOF Cemetery with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. A private family visitation will be held. Memorials may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Thursday, June 26, 2003

Paula L. Anderson

April 19, 1954 – June 25, 2003

Paula Louise ANDERSON, 49, Rochester, died Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Moline, Ill., to Cecil and Ruth SNYDER, she married Ken ANDERSON June 26, 1982, in Moline, Ill. He survives.

Mrs. Anderson came to Rochester two years ago from Moline, Ill. She was a respiratory care practitioner at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Moline, Ill., and the National Respiratory Care Association. She enjoyed reading and flower gardening. She had a great sense of pride and was compassionate about caring for her rehabilitation patients.

Surviving with her husband and best friend, at home, are her loving parents in Moline, Ill. Also surviving at home and bringing her great joy are canine companions Cherokee Moon and Lucky. Numerous aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.

Local arrangements are being handled by Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Final arrangements will be at Esterdahl Mortuary, 6601 38th Ave., Moline, Ill.

Charles Shuey

Charles SHUEY, 62, 200 W. Fifth St., died at 11:17 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

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

C. Robert Simons

Dec. 15, 1924 – June 20, 2003

C. Robert SIMONS, 78, 226 E. Harrison Ave., Wabash, died at 12:55 a.m. Friday at Select Specialty Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Born in Plymouth to Charles W. and Charlotte B. THOMAS SIMONS, he married Lois E. HIGHLEY June 8, 1947, at Wabash Christian Church. She survives.

Mr. Simons retired in 1987 as a foundry supervisor from Ford Meter Box Co., Wabash, after 30 years. He was a 50-year member of Wabash Christian Church, where he was active on many board committees, was an elder emeritus, trustee and leader of Boy Scout Troop 95. He was a member of the Wabash Fire Department for nine years and helped form the emergency care unit. He was a former member of the Wabash Breakfast Exchange Club, serving as president for two terms. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II stationed in Guam and was a member of Wabash American Legion Post 15.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two sons, Robert Alan [SIMONS] and wife Cheryl, Akron, B. Douglas [SIMONS] and wife Pamela, Lafontaine; one daughter, Debra SALE and husband Gary, Kearney, Mo.; one sister, Mary Helen RICHARDS, Bellevue, Ohio; five grandchildren, Tricia LINKENBOKER and husband Brian, Lafontaine, Rebecca SIMONS, Wabash, Brian SIMONS and wife Jennifer, Tipton, Robert Thomas SIMONS, Rochester, and Gary Lee AGNESS and wife Andrea, Liberty, Mo.; and five great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were two brothers, one sister and one granddaughter, Mandy Leigh SALE.

A celebration of life service is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Wabash Christian Church, 110 W. Hill St., Wabash, with Susan BEAMER and Rev. Ron ZORN officiating. Burial will be at Mississinewa Memorial Cemetery, Somerset. Visitation is one hour prior to services at Wabash Christian Church. Memorials may be made to Wabash Christian Church.

Friday, June 27, 2003

Danita R. Peterson

Nov. 4, 1943 – June 22, 2003

Danita Rose PETERSON, 59, 314 S. Washington St., Warsaw, formerly of Rochester, died at 2:40 p.m. Sunday in St. Croix County, Wisc., following injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

She was born in Alhambra, Calif., to Daniel A. and Juanita E. HOLCOMB FREEMAN.

Ms. Peterson was an artist. A 10-year Rochester resident, she moved to Warsaw one and one-half years ago. She came to Rochester from Laverne, Calif. She attended Trinity Faith Ministries,

Pierceton, and was a member of Lakeland Art Association, Warsaw. She loved to paint.

Survivors include two daughters, Misty MANNS and husband Greg, Kewanna, and Lisa KIDDER and Daniel DIAZ, both of Bremen; eight grandsons; and two brothers, Daniel FREEMAN and Harvey HARMAN, both of Hesperia, Calif.

Preceding in death were her parents.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 Sheridan St., Warsaw, with Rev. Rick JOHNSON officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Memorials may be made to Beaman Home Shelter, P.O. Box 12, Warsaw, IN 46581.

Jerry L. Shelton

April 6, 1951 – Feb. 4, 2003

Jerry L. SHELTON, 51, 300 Rodgers St., Gaffney, S.C., died Feb. 4 at Upstate Carolina Medical Center.

The son of Lonnie and Judy SHELTON, Rochester, and Imogene WILLIAMS CHIVINGTON and the late Earl CHIVINGTON, Mesa, Ariz., he was born in Peru. He married Margaret CHARBONNEAU Feb. 12, 1977, in Rochester. She survives.

Mr. Shelton was a retired machinist. He was an avid collector of antique fishing bait.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are his parents; two sons, David SHELTON, Berlin, Germany, and Garrett SHELTON and wife Maria, Gaffney, S.C.; two grandsons, Brandon [SHELTON], Berlin, Germany, and David [SHELTON], Gaffney, S.C.; one sister, Kathy KAISER and husband Leonard, Apache Junction, Ariz.; one brother, T.J. SHELTON and wife Chris, Rochester; and paternal grandfather, Emerson OVERMYER, Fulton.

A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Bethlehem Baptist Church with Revs. Phil PRATT and Junior BOSE officiating. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is assisting with arrangements.

Charles C. Shuey

March 8, 1941 – June 25, 2003

Charles Curtis SHUEY, 62, 200 W. Fifth St., died at 11:17 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital. He was in failing health several years.

Born in Logansport to Samuel Wayne and Valorie Clare FERGUSON SHUEY, he came to Rochester one year ago from Denver, Colo.

Mr. Shuey was a beautician in Florida and Colorado.

Survivors include six sisters, Melody PEREZ, Pequitti MONTELONGO and Robin KELLY, all of Rochester, Sue GRAFFIS, Bourbon, Sandra LIPSCOMB, Owensboro, Ky., and Tami MOUNSEY, southern Indiana; three brothers, Rex [SHUEY], Italy, Gary [SHUEY], Rochester, and Martin [SHUEY], Rensselaer; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents, one sister, Mary RUSH, and one brother, Jack SHUEY.

No services are planned. Arrangements are being handled by Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, June 28, 2003

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Monday, June 30, 2003

Betty J. Hurley

Betty Jean HURLEY, 63, died at 5 p.m. Sunday at her Kewanna residence.

Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel.

James A. Crist

Dec. 11, 1909 – June 27, 2003

James Arab CRIST, 93, formerly of Twelve Mile, died at 6:30 p.m. Friday at his Logansport residence.

Born in Derby to Daniel and Bessie TRENARY CRIST, he married Lillian A. TABLER Feb. 19, 1934. She died Feb. 15, 1994.

Mr. Crist retired from farming. He was a Bethlehem Township school bus driver and worked on the Pennsylvania Railroad. He was a member of Bethlehem United Methodist Church. He enjoyed baseball games and was a Chicago Cubs fan. For 20 years he and his wife wintered in Bradenton, Fla., where he won many awards playing shuffleboard. He also enjoyed playing cards, euchre and SkipBo.

Survivors include two daughters, Sandra S. WHEADON and Gloria A. SMITH, both of Twelve Mile; eight grandchildren, Lisa DAGUE, Cristi DOTY, Becky THOMSON, Hope EBER, Dawn MAPPIN, Steven SMITH, Greg WHEADON and James SMITH; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Preceding in death with his wife were one son, James Robert [CRIST], one grandchild and four brothers and sisters.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Fisher Funeral Chapel, 1801 Chase Road, Logansport, with Rev. Teri WHITE officiating. Burial will be at Bethlehem Cemetery, Twelve Mile. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Bethlehem United Methodist Church.

Jeffrey G. Griffith

Dec. 10, 1956 – June 27, 2003

Jeffrey G. GRIFFITH, 46, North Judson, died at 6:33 a.m. Friday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born in Hammond to Marvin R. and Pearl M. DANIELS GRIFFITH.

Mr. Griffith was a millwright at USX, Gary, and was a licensed practical nurse. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps. and was a member of Northwest Indiana Lake Village Baptist Church, ABATE and the Cedar Lake American Legion.

Survivors include his mother; two brothers, Joseph [GRIFFITH] and wife Pam, Donovan, Ill., Timothy [GRIFFITH], Rochester; and three nieces and one nephew.

Preceding in death was his father.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Flowers Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru, with Rev. George KEHLER officiating. Burial will be at Chili Cemetery. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service. Military rites will be conducted at burial. Memorials may be made to ABATE.

Tuesday, July 1, 2003

Betty J. Hurley

Jan. 12, 1940 – June 29, 2003

Betty Jean HURLEY, 63, died at 5 p.m. Sunday at her Kewanna residence.

Born in Mishawaka to Myron L. and Jennie Christine DHOORE COHAGAN, she married Larry HURLEY Sept. 17, 1960, at St. Ann Catholic Church, Kewanna. He died in November 1998.

Mrs. Hurley retired as an assembler from Walker Manufacturing, Culver. She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church and its Rosary Society, Kewanna Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary, Rochester American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Winamac Eagles Ladies Auxiliary.

She was a 1958 Kewanna High School graduate.

Survivors include one daughter, Christine CHANEY, Kewanna; two brothers, Maurice and Myron D. COHAGAN Jr., both of Kewanna; and two grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Ann Catholic Church, Kewanna, with Father Joseph JACOB officiating. Burial will be at Kewanna Citizens IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1728 Ladies Auxiliary will conduct a service at 5 p.m. today and the rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. today, both in the funeral home.

Wednesday, July 2, 2003

Robert D. Wagoner

July 23, 1927 – June 30, 2003

Robert D. WAGONER, 75, 921 Pontiac St., died at 5:32 p.m. Monday at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, South Bend.

Born in South Bend to Paul and Irma WENTZEL WAGONER, he married Juanita BOOKER Dec. 29, 1945, in Plymouth. She survives.

Mr. Wagoner and his wife came to Rochester in 1950. He owned and operated a coin laundry, Wagoner Radiator and Wag’s TV and Appliances, all in Rochester. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Rochester, and served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are four sons, Gregory [WAGONER], Indianapolis, Mark [WAGONER] and wife Cindy, Plymouth, Philip [WAGONER] and wife Terri, Greenwood, and Todd [WAGONER], Taylorville, Ill.; one sister, Patricia MINEAR, Milford; and eight grandchildren, Cyle WAGONER and wife Chris, Cory, Paige, Ty, Eric, Patrick, Kaitlyn and Alyssa WAGONER.

Preceding in death were two infant sons and four brothers.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 W. Madison St., Plymouth, with Rev. Mark SPENCER officiating. Burial will be at New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 2410 N. Grape Road, Mishawaka, IN 46546, or the American Diabetes Association, 7363 E. 21st St., Indianapolis, IN 46219.

Thursday, July 3, 2003

[no obits]

Friday, July 4, 2003

[no paper - holiday]

Satuday, July 5, 2003

Mabel L. Alderfer

May 20, 1908 – July 3, 2003

Mabel L. ALDEERFER, 95, a former resident of Akron and the Burton community, died at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Culver to Bertha B. (FRY) and Alvin POLLEY, she married Ralph U. ALDERFER on July 24, 1926 in Fulton County. He died Dec. 28, 1968.

She was a homemaker and a cook at the Burton School northeast of Rochester. She attended the Akron Church of God and had been a member of the Burton United Methodist Church. She was a War Mother.

Survivors include two daughters Lois KEMP MATHIAS, Rochester and Wanda and husband Harvey ARTHUR, Akron; one son Robert and wife Betty ALDERFER, Yuma City, Calif.; nine grandchildren Kathy BEARD, Crescent City, Michael ALDERFER, Fort Worth, Kevin ALDERFER, Yuba City, Calif., Elaine SHIDLER, Rochester, Randy KAMP, Goshen, Dennis KAMP, Rochester, Brenda ROSS, Akron, Bonita KLEIN, Connersville, and Becky GEARHART, Akron; and one sister Sylvia MEYER, North Liberty.

She was preceded in death by one daughter Doris ALDERFER, two grandchildren, three sisters and three brothers.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Akron Church of God.

Helen M. Young

Helen M. YOUNG, 92, 705 E. 4th St., Lot 9, Rochester, died Friday at 3:45 p.m. at Hickory Creek of Rochester, where she had been a patient.

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

Monday, July 7, 2003

James “Jim” L. Barkman

Dec. 29, 1944 – July 5, 2003

Riddle Elementy School Principal Jim BARKMAN died Saturday at hime, 2488 N. 450 East. He was dianosed with stomach cancer in early April. He joined the Rochesrter school system in 1967 as a fifth-grade teache and ecame Riddle principal in 1978. He also managed he school transportation operation.

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James L. “Jim” BARKMAN, 58, 2588 N. 450 E., died at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at his residence following a brief illness.

Born in Fulton County to Chloris (C.R.) and Kathern VanLUE BARKMAN, he married Stephania I. HARTZLER HEINZMANN June 18, 1989, at Athens United Methodist Church. She survives.

Mr. Barkman was principal of Riddle Elementary School and co-assistant superintendent in charge of transportation for Rochester Community Schools. He was a former fifth grade teacher and a lifetime farmer. A 1963 graduate of Talma High School and a 1967 graduate of Manchester College, he earned his master’s degree from Ball State University. He was an active member of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Rochester Optimist Club and the National Prinicipals Association. Involved in 4-H since childhood, his other interests included family events, youth of the community, livestock, antique tractors and church.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two sons, Stacy [BARKMAN] and wife K.C., Rochester, Scott [BARKMAN] and fiance Kelly BRODA, Chicago, Ill., two stepchildren, Stephen HEINZMANN and wife Staci and Ashley HEINZMANN, all of Rochester; his father, Chloris BARKMAN, Rochester; one granddaughter, Whitley BARKMAN, Rochester; one sister, Linda FULLER and husband Kenneth, Springfield, Ohio; one niece, Raylyn FULLER, and one nephew, Kevin FULLER, both of Springfield, Ohio; one aunt. Maleta BORDEN, and one uncle, Robert PETERSON and wife Martha, all of Rochester.

Preceding in death was his mother, Kathern BARKMAN, Feb. 17, 2000.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Richard KEHOE and Rev. Phil PRATT officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to a scholarship fund being established for Fulton County in his memory through the Northern Indiana Community Foundation. Donations may be made to the fund through the funeral home, P.O. Box 856, Akron, IN 46910, or through the community foundation. Memorials also may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Adam D. Havens

Violent thunderstorms - featuring a memorable lightning storm Friday night - rolled over Fulton County this Fourth of July weekend, felling trees, knocking out power and killing a Kokomo man.

Adam D. HAVENS, 26, Kokomo, was visitng the summer getaway of his parents-in-law at Camp Shohola when a tree fell onto their mobile home and crushed him to death.

Police were called at 4:14 p.m. Friday to Lot 26, Camp Shohola, where they found Havens pinned beneath a tree limb at least a foot in dianeter. He died at the scene of blunt force trauma, police said.

Firefighters and a Pro Tree Service employee cut off a section of the tree to free Havens.

Roberta “Wink” Emmons

June 18, 1965 – July 4, 2003

Roberta “Wink” EMMONS, 38, 6372 E. 1500 N., Roann, died at 9:49 p.m. Friday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, where she had been a patient since June 23. She was in failing health since April 1995.

Born in Rochester to William and Mary EMMONS DAY, she was a lifetime area resident.

Miss Emmons was a 1983 North Miami High School graduate and attended grade school in Gilead and Akron. She attended Olive Branch Church of God, Roann.

Survivors include her parents, at home; one sister, Paula HACKWORTH and husband Randy, Roann; one stepsister, Linda BRISTON and husband Mark, Omaha, Ark.; three stepbrothers, David DAY and wife Kathy, Akron, Howard DeWayne DAY and wife Joyce, Roann, and Richard DAY and wife Renee, Denver. Several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles also survive.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Lowell BURRIS officiating. Burial will be at Athens Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Galen R. Flenner

Dec. 14, 1933 – July 5, 2003

Galen Richard FLENNER, 69, Gilead, died at 1:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in Perry Township, Miami County, to Fayne and Edna BERGER FLENNER, he married Rosemary J. BOGGESS EGE Dec. 20, 1997, at North Manchester First Brethren Church. She survives.

Mr. Flenner was a retired farmer. He also retired in 2000 from Siebe Corp., North Manchester, where he was an assembly line operator.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are four stepchildren, Leland EGE and wife Pam, Akron, Sheila FITZPATRICK and husband Kevin, North Manchester, Sharon PARARO and husband David, Lilburn, Ga., and Sandra EGO, Roann; two brothers, Estel FLENNER and wife Opal, Rochester, and Donald FLENNER and wife Adelene, Macy; three nieces, Cindy WALKER, Columbia City, Amy ROBINSON, Peru, and Julie KEPES, Union, Ky.; one nephew, Thomas Fayne FLENNER, Rochester. Seven great-nieces and nephews and three great-great-nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceding in death were his parents. Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Margaret E. Mathias

Margaret E. MATHIAS, 53, 729 Madison St., died at 8:10 p.m. Sunday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

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

Estella L. Ward

April 13, 1916 – July 6, 2003

Estella L. WARD, 87, 31 S. 650 E., Athens, died at 8:45 a.m. Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in White County to Sydney and Winnie HENDERSON BIXLER, she married John Leslie WARD May 27, 1937, in Porter County. He died Oct. 20, 1970.

Mrs. Ward was a Green Thumb employee for the Rochester & Lake Manitou Chamber of Commerce. She was a 50-year member of Valparaiso Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 164 and a 25-year member of Winamac Eagles Lodge Ladies Auxiliary. She was also a member of Miami Baptist Church, Logansport.

Survivors include one daughter, Charlene ZIMMERMAN, Athens; one grandson, Pete and wife Tanya ZIMMERMAN, Logansport; five great-grandchildren, Blair and wife Sara ZIMMERMAN, Betsy ZIMMERMAN, David and wife Amy MONTINE, all of Logansport, Corinna MONTINE and Melissa and husband Marc GALIMORE, all of Camden; eight great-great-grandchildren; one brother, George BIXLER and wife Dorothy, Athens; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one sister and four brothers.

Funeral services and an Eastern Star service are at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association.

Helen M. Young

May 24, 1911 – July 4, 2003

Helen May YOUNG, 92, 705 E. Fourth St., died at 3:45 p.m. Friday at Hickory Creek of Rochester, where she had been a patient for two days. She had been ill five weeks.

Born in Perrysburg, Miami County, to Lemmuel L. and Maxie BUCK YOUNG, she married Earl C. YOUNG Jan. 15, 1937, in South Bend. He died Dec. 4, 1975.

Mrs. Young had worked at Kingsbury Ordnance Plant, Kingsbury, Ball Band Corp. Mishawaka, and Topps Manufacturing, Harvey’s Dime Store, Wile’s Dept. Store and Torin Corp., all of Rochester. She was a member of First Christian Church, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Evergreen Rebekah Lodge 57 and Women of the Moose, all of Rochester. She was a Woodlawn Hospital volunteer. She resided most of her life in Rochester and 10 years in South Bend

Survivors include one daughter, Judy TAYLOR and husband Kenneth, Rochester; one son, Harold “Ernie” [YOUNG] and wife Carole, Rochester; five grandchildren, Melinda COOMES, Lance YOUNG, Shawn YOUNG, Mark DIBBLE and Michelle DIBBLE; six great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Esther BUCK, Rochester; and her best friend, Flo GABLE, Rochester.

Preceding in death with her husband were one son, Richard Eugene ELDRIDGE, in 1986, one sister, Ruth BUTTS, and three brothers, Bob, Marion and Cecil BUCK.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to First Christian Church or the charity of one’s choice.

Joan M. Walter

July 21, 1935 – July 4, 2003

Joan M. WALTER, 68, 128 E. Plymouth St., Bremen, died at 6 p.m. Friday at Bremen Health Care Center.

Survivors include her husband, Robert A. WALTER, at home; one daughter, Cindy L. WALTER, Bremen; three sons, Bob, Nappanee, Paul A. and Randy J. [WALTER], both of Bremen; two brothers, Gene ODIORNE, Bremen, and Albert ODIORNE, Plymouth; and two sisters, Gertrude SCHAAL, South Bend, and Isabel KITSON-BISHOP, Columbia City.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen. Visitation is 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Tuesday, July 8, 2003

Barbara E. Cavinder

Feb. 2, 1929 – July 4, 2003

Barbara E. CAVINDER, 74, South Bend, died at 12:35 a.m. Friday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

Survivors include her husband, Virgil [CAVINDER], at home; one daughter, Jane RAJSKI, South Bend; three sons, Daniel, Richard and Timothy CAVINDER, all of South Bend.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Funeral Home, 824 S. Mayflower Road, South Bend. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Margaret E. Mathias

Oct. 6, 1949 – July 6, 2003

Margaret Elizabeth MATHIAS, 54, 729 Madison St., died at 8:10 p.m. Sunday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a short illness.

Born in Fort Yukon, Alaska, to Isaac and Margaret JOHN, she was married to Dennis A. MATHIAS for 23 years. They were formerly married May 24, 1969.

Ms. Mathias came to Rochester from Fort Yukon in 1970. She was a homemaker and a seamstress at Hart Schaffner & Marx, Rochester. She was a member of Episcopal Church of Fort Yukon, Alaska, Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary, Fraternal Order of Eagles 852 and the Leroy Shelton American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, all of Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Carmen Margaret MATHIAS, Rochester; two sons, Dennis John “D.J.” MATHIAS, Seattle, Wash., Dustin Lee MATHIAS, Rochester; three sisters, Lillian CORDIERO, Lompoc, Calif., Lois JAMES and Sally HERRON, both of Alaska; four brothers, Isaac, Sam, Wilfred and Edward JOHN, all of Alaska; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were her parents, one sister, Charlotte PETER, and three brothers, Daniel, Jonas and Alexander JOHN.

Services are at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be Saturday at Fort Yukon Cemetery, Fort Yukon, Alaska. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Audria E. Fouts

Sept. 6, 1923 – July 6, 2003

Audria E. FOUTS, 79, Sebring, Fla., died Sunday in Sebring.

Survivors include her husband, Willis E. FOUTS, at home; one son, Stanley D. FOUTS, Sebring, Fla.; three sisters, Martha WAGONEER, Talma, Irene POWELL, Chicago, Ill., and Ruth BRYER, Mentone; three brothers, David NORMAN, Macy, Roy NORMAN, Warsaw, and Oren NORMAN, Akron.

Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home, Sebring, Fla., is in charge of cremation arrangements.

Wednesday, July 9, 2003

Carolyn J. Duncan

Carolyn J. DUNCAN, 66, died at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday at her residence at Sycamore Village, Kokomo.

Arrangements are pending at Murray Funeral Home, Kokomo.

Lois E. McKee

Jan. 31, 1913 – July 8, 2003

Lois E. McKEE, 90, 9908 Indiana 110, Argos, died at 10:20 a.m. Tuesday at her son’s Plymouth residence, where she resided since June 29. She was in failing health for two months.

Born near Richland Center, Fulton County, to Ben and Alta GARVER McGRIFF, she married Ermal F. McKEE Sept. 2, 1933, in Richland Center. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1983. He later died in March 1984.

Mrs. McKee lived her entire life in the Richland Center area, northwest of Rochester. She was a homemaker and graduated from Richland Center High School in 1931. She celebrated her 90th birthday with an open house at Richland Center United Methodist Church. In 1955 she and Ermal moved into the Garver home on Indiana 110, Argos. It was later designated a Centennial Farm. Besides helping on the farm, she worked at various jobs, including cooking at Rochester High School and reading meters for Marshall County REMC. She loved mowing her large yard, working in her garden and baking wonderful pies. She was a longtime member of Richland Center United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women of the church. She was a Rebekkah and had been a member of the former What-Not Club.

Survivors include one son, Larry E. McKEE and wife Sally, Plymouth; one grandson, L. Douglas McKEE, Jakarta, Indonesia; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and two sisters, Irene WALTERS and Jane LEFFERT.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Jill WALLEY and Rev. Will LAWSON officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Richland Center United Methodist Church or Hope Hospice of Marshall County.

Marcille A. Nigro

Dec. 13, 1916 – July 8, 2003

Marcille A. NIGRO, 86 died at her residence at 2325 A West Side Drive. She had been in failing health five years.

Born in Rochester to Howard and Nellie OVERMYER ANDERSON, she married Charles N. NIGRO April 23, 1983, in Arlington, Va. He survives.

Mrs. Nigro came back to Rochester from Falls Church, Va. She was a purchasing agent for Naval Research Lab, retiring in 1982. She was a graduate of Richland Center High School.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one sister, Imogene LEEDY, Rochester; four nieces, Deborah TYLER, Karen ANDERSON, Tracy ANDERSON and Jenette LEEDY; and two nephews, Doug ANDERSON and Jim LEEDY. One sister-in-law, Janet WHITE, Rochester, also survives.

Preceding in death were one brother, William “Bill” ANDERSON, in 1984, one brother-in-law, Don LEEDY, and one nephew, Jerry Leedy.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be at Richland Center IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service.

Robert J. Paulik

Jan. 11, 1933 – July 8, 2003

Robert J. PAULIK, 70, 2190 W. Indiana 14, died at 11:06 a.m. Tuesday at his residence. He had been battling cancer for the past one and one-half years.

Born in Massillon, Ohio, to Joseph and Anna BECKERT PAULIK, he married Carole MILLER Oct. 18, 1958, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester. She died Aug. 14, 1985.

Mr. Paulik lived in Rochester since 1963, coming here from Massillon, Ohio. He was a 1950 graduate of Washington High School, Massillon, Ohio. A bricklayer, he was a member of Local Union 6, Massillon, Ohio, and later transferred to the International Union of Bricklayers Chapter 18, South Bend, of which he was a 50-year gold card member. He was also a member of LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post 36, Moose Lodge 1107 and Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 852, all of Rochester.

Survivors include five children, Chris THOMAS, Rochester, Joe PAULIK and wife Tammy, Rochester, Karen SOUTHARD and husband Danny, Troy, Ill., John PAULIK and wife Laura, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Jeff PAULIK, Rochester; 12 grandchildren; three sisters, Zita WANTZ, Rita REAMS and Ann BULLACH and husband “Brud,” all of Massillon, Ohio; one brother, Carl PAULIK and wife LaVelle, Massillon, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, one sister, Mary SNYDER, and two brothers, Francis and Albert PAULIK.

A mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1310 Main St., with Father Joe JACOB officiating. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Thursday, July 10, 2003

Carolyn J. Duncan

Oct. 23, 1936-July 8, 2003

Carolyn J. DUNCAN, 66, Nyona Lake, formerly of Kokomo, died at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday at Sycamore Village in Kokomo. Born in Kokomo to George “Tab” and Annabelle WALKER, she married Kenneth E. DUNCAN Nov. 23, 1958 in Kokomo.

She was a homemaker and owned and operated C&K Ceramics in Rochester for several years. She attended Galveston High School, later receiving her general education diploma in 1968. She was a bartender at the Eagles, American Legion and Moose lodges in Rochester. She also worked at Ad-Vance Magnetics.

She loved playing games on the Internet with family and friends and at family gatherings. She enjoyed playing bingo. She chartered and was first president of the Rochester Eagles Lodge No. 852 Ladies Auxiliary and was a member of the Women of the Moose, Manitou Chapter 1107, and American Legion Post 36 Ladies Auxiliary, Rochester, and Chateau 40 & 8 Club in Logansport.

Survivors include her husband, Kenneth E. [DUNCAN], Nyona Lake; one son, Mark A. [DUNCAN] and wife Susan, Kokomo; one daughter, Jacqueline J. AGNEW and husband Gregory, Warner Robins, Ga.; four sisters, Marolyn THOMAS and husband Robert, Greentown, Betty KELLER and husband Jack, and Judy RONK and husband Neal, all of Galveston, Susan FRANK and husband Gary, Alabama; and three brothers, David WALKER and wife Josie, Michael WALKER and wife Lois, and Richard WALKER and wife Debra, all of Kokomo; 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George “Tab” WALKER and Annabelle WALKER Graham, and a daughter, Lena A. SIMS.

Funeral service is 10 a.m. Saturday at Murray Funeral Home, 414 W. Jefferson St., Kokomo, with Rev. Dan Mundt officiating. Burial will be in Sharpsville Cemetery.

Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Loren I. Hissong

Nov. 10, 1913 – July 9, 2003

Loren Ivo HISSONG, 89, 401 N. Maple St., Argos, died at 9:50 a.m. Wednesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver, following an illness.

Born in Marshall County to Lawrence and Carrie SMITH HISSONG, he married Irene COWEN Nov. 10, 1938, at Poplar Grove United Methodist Church, Argos. She survives.

Mr. Hissong lived his entire life in the Argos community. He retired from White Farm Equipment, South Bend, as an inspector after 29 years service. He was a member of Argos United Methodist Church, Argos Lions Club and Maxinkuckee IOOF Lodge 373 for more than 65 years.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Mary Lynne GEIGER and husband Dennis, Culver; one son, Stephen [HISSONG] and wife Pat, Argos; five grandchildren, Tausha KLINE and husband Thomas, Todd HISSONG and wife Ashley, Thad HISSONG, Leslie GEIGER and Richard GEIGER and wife Natalie; one great-grandson, Kyle KLINE; and one brother, Wayne [HISSONG], Leiters Ford.

Preceding in death were his parents and one granddaughter, Dianna Jean GEIGER.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Argos United Methodist Church, 540 N. Michigan St., with Rev. Robin SMITH officiating. Burial will be at Maxinkuckee IOOF Cemetery, southwest of Argos. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, and one hour prior to services at the church. Maxinkuckee IOOF Lodge 373 will conduct a memorial service at 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Argos United Methodist Church.

Lois E. McKee

Jan. 31, 1913 – July 8, 2003

Lois E. McKEE, 90, 9908 Indiana 110, Argos, died at 10:20 a.m. Tuesday at her son’s Plymouth residence, where she resided since June 29. She was in failing health for two months.

Born near Richland Center, Fulton County, to Ben and Alta GARVER McGRIFF, she married Ermal F. McKEE Sept. 2, 1933, in Richland Center. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1983. He died in March 1984.

Mrs. McKee lived her entire life in the Richland Center area, northwest of Rochester. She was a homemaker and graduated from Richland Center High School in 1931. She celebrated her 90th birthday with an open house at Richland Center United Methodist Church. In 1955 she and Ermal moved into the Garver home on Indiana 110, Argos. It was later designated a Centennial Farm.

Besides helping on the farm, she worked at various jobs, including cooking at Rochester

High School and reading meters for Marshall County REMC. She loved mowing her large yard, working in her garden and baking wonderful pies. She was a longtime member of Richland Center United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women of the church. She was a Rebekkah and a member of the former What-Not Club.

Survivors include one son, Larry E. McKEE and wife Sally, Plymouth; one grandson, L. Douglas McKEE, Jakarta, Indonesia; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and two sisters, Irene WALTERS and Jannette LEFFERT.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Jill WALLEY and Rev. Will LAWSON officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Richland Center United Methodist Church or Hope Hospice of Marshall County.

Richard E. Rose

Nov. 29, 1932 – July 8, 2003

Richard E. ROSE, 70, 338 E. Fourth St., died at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy AGEE ROSE, at home; three daughters, Julia ROSE and Kathy PHILLIPS, both of Rochester, and Brenda SALITA, Knox; and three sisters, Evone HUMES, Culver, Pauline HOOVER, Winamac, and Tessie KELLEMS, Star City.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Gospel Lighthouse Church, Delong. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday at O’Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson.

Friday, July 11, 2003

Susie M. Carter

May 1, 1907 – July 10. 2003

Susie Mae CARTER, 96, Life Care Center, formerly of 222 E. Sixth St., died at 2:35 p.m. Thursday at Life Care Center.

Born in Sturgis, Ky., to Dan and Nina EASTERDAY GIBBONS, she married Estel S. “Duke” CARTER May 28, 1935, in Rochester. He died Nov. 15, 1969.

Along with her husband, Mrs. Carter owned The Peoples Cafe in Rochester and managed the Rochester Schools cafeterias. They operated the restaurant at the Rochester Sale Barn for many years and managed the cafeteria at Geneva Center, Rochester.

Mrs. Carter was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, where she was in the ladies circle and was a Sunday School teacher. She belonged to the Rochester Order of the Eastern Star and Evergreen Rebekkah Lodge.

Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Jeannetta ALBERTZ, Santa Claus, and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were five sisters, Lucille CURTIS, Callie EVERETT, Virginia SCOTT, Hallie UNDERHILL and Dora Lee REEVES, and four brothers, William, John, Joseph and Charles STAATS.

Funeral service and Eastern Star service are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is two hours prior to services at the funeral home.

Saturday, July 12, 2003

Cody R. Jewell

Cody R. JEWELL, 14, 792 South Indiana 19, Akron, died at 11:25 a.m. Friday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wane, as a result of an accident on Sunday east of Akron on Indiana 114.

Services are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Louise Smith

Aug. 1, 1922 - July 7, 2003

Louise SHEETZ SMITH, 81, 1532 Melvin Way, Tustin, Calif., died at 6 a.m. July 7 at her residence following a five-year illness.

Born to Lloyd and Glenn ALDERFER SHEETZ, she married Ralph SMITH in 1949 in Cherry Point, N.C., where Ralph served in the Marine Corps. He survives.

While living in Rochester with her grandparents, the late William SHEETZ family of Jefferson Street, she attended Evangelical United Brethren Church, now Trinity United Methodist Church, Rochester. After graduating in 1930 from Rochester High School she attended business school in Chicago, Ill., to become a private secretary.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one son, Greg SMITH, Clearwater, Fla., and two grandchildren. Several cousins also survive in the Rochester and Akron areas.

Preceding in death were her parents and one brother, Richard SHEETZ.

There will be no service and burial was in Fair Haven, Santa Anna, Calif.

Monday, July 14, 2003

Cody R. Jewell

July 18, 1988 – July 11, 2003

Cody R. JEWELL, 14, 792 S. Indiana 19, Akron, died at 11:25 a.m. Friday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne, following an accident July 6 on Indiana 114, east of Akron.

Born in Kosciusko County to John J. and Rhonda K. YAZEL JEWELL, he would have been a freshman at Tippecanoe Valley High School this fall.

Cody was a member of the National Honor Society, drama club and enjoyed playing sports, being with friends and participating in all school activities. He also enjoyed all motorized sports activities.

Survivors include his parents, at home; one brother, Rory JEWELL, Fort Wayne; twin sister, Chaitra JEWELL, Akron; maternal grandfather, Harold YAZEL, Akron; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Preceding in death were his paternal grandparents Lee and Margaret JEWELL, maternal grandmother Ellanora YAZEL in Nov. 2001, and one brother, Justin JEWELL, in Aug. 1980.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Stevan HAIFLICH officiating. Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Cody Jewell Scholarship Fund.

Shirley A. Ulery

July 12, 1946 – July 11, 2003

Shirley A. ULERY, 56, Logansport, died at 4:35 a.m. Friday at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Born in Cass County to Richard E. and Rosella BEAN ULERY, she was a homemaker and worked at T.M. Morris.

Miss Ulery was a member of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary. Her hobbies included mushroom hunting, crocheting and horseback riding. She collected chickens and loved the outdoors.

Survivors include her mother of Logansport; one son, Charles Russell MULLETT, Logansport; five brothers, Donald [ULERY] and wife Mary, Logansport, Ronald [ULERY] and wife Carol, Rochester, Larry Jay [ULERY] and wife Mary, Peru, Richard [ULERY] and wife Clara, Rochester, and Robert [ULERY] and wife Laura, Logansport; one sister, Betty EVANS, Logansport; one grandson, Charles Randall “Dewey” MULLETT, Logansport; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were her father, her companion, Charles W. MULLETT, and one brother-in-law, Robert EVANS.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Fisher Funeral Home, Logansport, with Rev. Horace SMITH officiating. Burial will be at Bethel Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

Alice M. Howard

April 21, 1944 – July 13, 2003

Alice Mae HOWARD, 59, 5942 W. 250 North, died at 4 a.m. Sunday at Life Care Center.

Survivors include her husband, Harold [HOWARD], at home; a daughter, Carla R. LESTER, Rochester, a son, Harold II “Chip” [HOWARD], at home.

A private family service will be held at a later date. Foster & Good Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

John W. Ladd

March 6, 1924 – July 12, 2003

John William LADD, 79, Bunker Hill, died at 4:25 p.m. Saturday at Howard Community Hospital, Kokomo.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are four sons, John R. [LADD] Rushville, Franklin W. [LADD], Kokomo, Wayne B. [LADD], Bunker Hill, and J.B.[LADD], of Peru, one sister, Mary Ellen GILBREATH, Bunker Hill.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at McGrawsville United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Springdale Cemetery, Bunker Hill. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at Allen Funeral Home, Bunker Hill.

Tuesday, July 15, 2003

RoseAnn Bailey

RoseAnn BAILEY, 64, 8171 W. Kosciusko County Road 1275 South, Akron, died at 12:30 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Ida M. Bear

Ida Mae BEAR, 74, 2505 Captains Court, died Monday at her residence.

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

Lowell H. Klinefelter

July 9, 1944 – July 12, 2003

Lowell H. KLINEFELTER, 59, Columbia City, died at 12:55 p.m. Saturday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

Survivors include his wife Karen [KLINEFELTER], at home; two daughters, Michele A. and Emily Grace [KLINEFELTER], Columbia City; one sister, Alice WALLACE, Bremen; one half-brother, Jack KLINEFELTER, Warsaw.

Visitation is 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Friday at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, Columbia City. Funeral service is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthews United Methodist Church, Columbia City.

Wednesday, July 16, 2003

Robert Neff

Robert NEFF, 79, Indianapolis, and a longtime Macy resident, died at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday at Community Hospital North, Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Rochester.

Alvin L. Finney

April 30, 1912 – July 15, 2003

Alvin L. FINNEY, 91, 1512 Arrowhead Dr., died at 8:50 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Orchard, Texas, to Joseph D. and Amy PARTRIDGE FINNEY, he married Clara Mae LONG March 6, 1938.

Mr. Finney was a retired farmer. He was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church and the American Pencil Society. An avid pencil collector, Mr. Finney’s collection has been featured in newspaper publications, including “The Indianapolis Star” and the “South Bend Tribune” and the on the Public Broadcasting Service show “Across Indiana.”

Survivors include his wife, Clara Mae [FINNEY], Rochester; one daughter, Janet SWANSON and husband John, Winona Lake; one son, Jerry [FINNEY] and wife Polly, Akron; four grandchildren, Amy McPHAIL and husband Michael, Winona Lake; Laura SWANSON, Warsaw, Thomas FINNEY and wife Rose, Greenfield, and Scott FINNEY and friend Rachelle TUNCIL, Akron; and two greatgrandchildren, Megan SWANSON and Ashley FINNEY. He was preceded in death by one sister.

Funeral service is at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home with Rev. Phil PRATT officiating. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour before services at the funeral home. Burial will be at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Hospice or Bethlehem Baptist Church

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Ida May Bear

Nov. 23, 1928 – July 14, 2003

Ida May BEAR, 74, 2505 Captains Court, died at 10:02 p.m. Monday at her home.

Born in Indianapolis to Arnold and Jenny ANDERSON BIRT she married Don BEAR Nov. 12, 1949, in Indianapolis. She lived in the Rochester area since coming here from Zionsville in 1986.

She was a homemaker and 1947 graduate of Shortridge High School, Indianapolis. She was a member of the Delta Sigma Kappa Sorority and the Order of the Eastern Star in Zionsville. Locally, she attended Grace United Methodist Church and was a member of the Women of the Moose, Manitou Chapter No. 1107.

Survivors include her husband Don, at home; one daughter, Pamela S. CARR and husband Larry, Rochester; two sons, Dan BEAR and wife Gaby, Riverside, Calif., and Joe D. BEAR and wife Annette, Sanger, TX; nine grandchildren, Lisa EYTCHESON and husband Junior, Rochester, Carey CARR, Indianapolis, Heather CARR, Rochester, Rachel, Sarah, Jessica and Rebecca BEAR, Riverside, Calif., Sabrina and Austin BEAR, Sanger, TX; two greatgrandsons; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Betty SCHULTZ and Arlene BERRY.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services on Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice.

David R. Day

David R. DAY, 54, Fort Wayne, died Monday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

A native of Denver, he began working at General Motors as a carpenter in 1985. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.

Survivors include his wife, Andrea [DAY], at home; one daughter, Bethanie BULTEMEIER, Fort Wayne; one son, Kevin [DAY], Fort Wayne, one brother, Dallas DAY, Fort Wayne; and a grandson, Damon BULTEMEIER.

Funeral service is at 11 a.m. Friday at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 Indiana Highway 930 East, New Haven. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Akron Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Miami Nation of Indians of the State of Indiana Inc.,P.O. Box 41, Peru, IN, 46970.

Roseann Bailey

April 25, 1939 – July 15, 2003

Roseann BAILEY, 64, 8171 W. 1275 South, Akron, died at 12:30 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital Emergency Room after a sudden illness.

Born in the town of Lake, Logan County, West Virginia to Jim and Stella CRADDOCK WOODY, she married George BAILEY Oct. 30, 1961 at Silver Lake.

She was a homemaker and caregiver to the elderly. She attended the Silver Creek Church of God, Silver Lake.

Survivors include her husband, at home; two daughters, Beulah BRADLEY, Akron, and Maria DENISTON and husband Will, Akron; two sons, George Jr. “Bud” [BAILEY] and wife Tina, Akron, and Todd [BAILEY] and wife Anna, Warsaw; five grandchildren, Alicia BRADLEY, Lance BAILEY, Laci BAILEY, Autumn Rose SPENCER and Peyton BAILEY; one sister, Betty RUNYON, Akron; one brother, Jesse WOODY, Lake, W. Va.; three half-sisters and eight half-brothers. She was preceded in death by one brother, Frank WOODY.

Funeral service is 11 a.m. Friday at Silver Creek Church of God with Pastor Luther BAILEY officiating. Burial will be at Silver Creek Cemetery, Silver Lake. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorials may be made to the family memorial fund.

Thursday, July 17, 2003

Robert “Bob” L. Neff

Aug. 27, 1923 – July 15, 2003

Robert Leon “Bob” NEFF, 79, Indianapolis and former longtime Macy resident, died at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday at Community Hospital North, Indianapolis.

Born in South Bend to Leon H. and Esther I. FOUTS NEFF, he married Mariel W. BROWN April 23, 1947, in Denver. She survives.

Mr. Neff retired in 1985 from Dean Foods Co., Rochester, and from farming. He served in the U.S. Army in the European Theater during World War II.

He was a loving husband and father and is survived by his wife of 56 years; three daughters, Susan BEACH, Fort Wayne, Barbara SANDEN and husband Jerry, Ventura, Calif., and Janet HUNT and husband Patrick, Indianapolis; five grandchildren, Jeff BEACH, San Diego, Calif., Katherine SANDEN, Ventura, Calif., Denise BEACH, Fort Wayne, and Andrea and Ryan HUNT, Indianapolis; two great-grandchildren, Kanan and ZZ HUNT, Indianapolis; and one sister, Marjorie McDOWELL, Warsaw.

Preceding in death were one baby son, Leon Robert NEFF, and one brother, Richard NEFF.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Juanita KUHN officiating. Burial will be at Chili Cemetery. The Rochester American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Friday, July 18, 2003

Alice Gerst

The life of Alice GERST, 74, Rochester, will be celebrated at a memorial service at 2 p.m. Sunday at Rochester Elks Lodge for family and friends.

The Rochester Notables will perform. Casual dress is suggested.

Fisher Funeral Chapel, Logansport, is in charge of arrangements.

Richard L. Gunder

May 20, 1927 – July 15, 2003

Richard L. GUNDER, 76, 728 Nueva St., Culver, died at 11:45 p.m. Tuesday at Bremen Community Hospital following a one-year illness.

Born in Argos to Lloyd A. and Lefa Elizabeth ANDREWS GUNDER, he married Laura L. KLINE Aug. 31, 1947, in Argos. She survives.

Mr. Gunder, a lifetime Culver resident, was a 1945 graduate of Culver High School. A retired engineer, he was an official and helped organize events at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for many years.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Valerie AVERY and husband Dane, Mahomet, Ill.; two sons, Craig [GUNDER] and wife Martha, Red Lion, Penn., and Todd [GUNDER] and wife Cassie, Culver; his mother, Mrs. Lefa Elizabeth HEETER, Culver; nine grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and one sister, Judy GROVER and husband James, Culver.

Preceding in death was his father on March 5, 1947.

No services or visitation are planned. Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, is in charge of arrangements.

Martha J. Walton

Mrs. Martha J. WALTON, 79, Life Care Center, formerly of 1003 E. Ninth St., died at 3 a.m. today at Life Care Center.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, July 19, 2003

Donald L. Helton

Aug. 18, 1929 – July 18, 2003

Donald L. HELTON, 73, Rochester, died at 2 a.m. Friday at Sycamore Village Health Care Center in Kokomo.

Born in Kokomo to Arthur A. and Eva Lucille RONK HELTON, he married Beverly Jean HILTON in October 1952 in Kokomo. She preceded him in death in December 1986.

He was retired from Delco Electronics in Kokomo in 1984 after 30 years of service. He also served in the U.S. Navy as a fireman 1948 to 1952. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge in Kokomo and Moose Lodge, VFW and American Legion in Rochester. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking.

Survivors include special friend, Irene MILLER, Rochester; two daughters, Sandy HELVIG, Sharpsville and Gloria HELTON, Kokomo; one son, Donald L. [HELTON] Kokomo; a son-in-law Jim HELVIG, Kokomo; one granddaughter, Lori HINKLE, Center; two great-grandchildren; five sisters Jan McCLISH and Mary Lou RAGON, Mission, Texas; Willadean THURMOND and Barbara DUNLAP, Greentown and Judy BALES, Windfall.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one stepson, two brothers and two sisters.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Ellers Mortuary, 3400 South Webster St., Kokomo, with Rev. Ken SPANGLER officiating. Visitation will be 9 a.m. until time of service. Burial will be at Crown Point Cemetery, Kokomo.

JeanAnne McBride

Sept. 21, 1941 – July 17, 2003

JeanAnne McBRIDE, 61, Indianapolis, and formerly of Rochester, died at 11:11 a.m. Thursday at Community Hospital North, Indianapolis.

Born to Arthur and Gladys NELSON, she married James D. McBRIDE on Nov. 26, 1980 in Rochester. Her husband preceded her in death in 2000.

Mrs. McBride was employed with Lau Industries for 18 years, retiring in 1999.

Survivors include four sons, Jeff ZIMMERMAN of Roscommon, Mich.; Tom and wife Trina ZIMMERMAN of Blanchester, Ohio; Jim McBRIDE of Lindenhurst, Ill.; Tim McBRIDE of Melrose Park, Ill.; four daughters, Pam TRAPP and husband Brad, Indianapolis; Betsy COULTER and husband Mark, Wauconda, Ill.; Robin MILLER and husband Dan, Citra, Fla.; Wendy KRAMER and husband Rob, Clyde, Ohio; eleven grandchildren, Josh MILLER, Danielle MILLER, Charley TRAPP, Garrett, Sydney and Keegan ZIMMERMAN, Christopher and Shannon KRAMER, Lauren PENNY, Sean McBRIDE, Megan McBRIDE; and her best friends, Wayne and Diann GRUBE of Rochester.

Preceding in death was one brother, David NELSON, and one sister.

Service is 10 a.m. Monday at Ellers Mortuary Webster Street Chapel, 3400 S. Webster St., Kokomo with Rev. Harold WILLIAMS officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memory Gardens. Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. Sunday at Ellers Mortuary. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.

Martha J. Walton

Jan. 21, 1924 - July 18, 2003

Martha J. WALTON, 79, Life Care Center and formerly of 1003 E. 9th St., Rochester, died at 3 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center.

Born Jan. 21, 1924 in Alexandria to Harold and Geraldine DUNN DAY, she married James W. WALTON on Aug. 9, 1943 in Rochester. He preceded her in death Feb. 21, 1973.

With her husband, Mrs. Walton owned and operated Day Food Market in Rochester from 1959 to 1973. She was a legal secretary for Brown, Brown & Rakestraw law firm from 1973 to 1992.

She was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church and Tri Kappa Sorority and volunteered at United Ministries Food Pantry.

Survivors include one son, J. Christopher WALTON and wife, Suzanna, Cicero, Texas; two grandchildren, Abigail and Ethan WALTON, both of Cicero; and several nieces and nephews. One sister, Jerry DAVIS, preceded in death.

A Memorial service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, July 26, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Interment will follow in the Rochester IOOF cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Monday, July 21, 2003

David O. Daulton

April 10, 1933 – July 20, 2003

David O. DAULTON, 70, 2216 Wolf’s Point Drive, died at 4:45 p.m. Sunday at Hickory Creek of Rochester, where he was a patient for five days following a sudden illness.

Born in Rochester to Ben and Edna NICHOLS DAULTON, he married Winifred “Kiki” McCORD Aug. 28, 1954, in Brahman, Okla. She survives.

Mr. Daulton co-owned and operated Rochester City Dray with son David O. Daulton Jr. He was a member of the Elks Lodge 2120, Eagles Lodge 852 and Lake Manitou Moose Lodge 1107, all of Rochester. A lifetime Rochester area resident, he was a 1952 Rochester High School graduate and attended Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Okla. An avid outdoorsman, he loved gardening, golfing and ice fishing. He received an award from Eli Lilly for his long fight against diabetes, which he had waged for more than 50 years. His favorite time was time spent with family and friends.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Carey WESTER and husband William, Marshfield, Wisc.; two sons, David O. [DAULTON] Jr. and wife Pamela, Rochester, and Tab [DAULTON] and wife Cherryl, Hamburg, N.Y.; five grandchildren, Krystle and Krystopher DAULTON, Roch-ester, and Thomas DAULTON, Hamburg, N.Y., and Clayton and Tabitha WEBSTER, Marshfield, Wisc.; one brother, Phillip DAULTON, Rochester; very special friends Kim and Jodi RICHARDSON, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were two granddaughters, Summer Rae and Cassie Sue GAST, and his parents.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Mr. Milam ANDERSON officiating. Burial will be at Athens Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Doris Harris

Nov. 11, 1936 – July 19, 2003

Doris NEAL HARRIS, 66, 5006 N. 900 West, Rochester (King’s Lake), died at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at her residence. She was in failing health for one year.

Born in Yazoo City, Miss., to Neige and Ida TUCKER NEAL, she married Earnest HARRIS July 5, 1952, in Louise, Miss. He died Dec. 5, 1989.

Mrs. Harris came to the Rochester area in 1970 from Chicago, Ill., where she lived from 1952-1970. A homemaker, she volunteered for the Jehovah’s Witness Church, doing home visits and leading home Bible discussions. She enjoyed gardening, raising flowers and vegetables, which she canned and shared with family and friends. She loved people and was particularly endeared to her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include three sons, Earnest [HARRIS], Lenon [HARRIS] and wife Ann and C.C. [HARRIS] and wife Amy, all of Kings Lake; six grandchildren, Parrish, Dameyoung, April, Alesha, Shakkira and Natasha HARRIS; several great-grandchildren; four sisters, Ceola JOHNSON, Pearl NOLAN and Vera MILLER, all of Danville, Ill., and Claretha NEWMAN, Chicago, Ill.; one brother, Travis NEAL and wife Evelyn, Warren, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two sons, Byron HARRIS, April 3, 1970, and Travis HARRIS, Oct. 31, 1977, two sisters, Ruth COLLINS and Zella Mae APPLEBERRY, and two brothers, Herman and Junior NEAL.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Brother George PERRY officiating. Burial will be at Leiters Ford IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is one hour prior to services. A reception for family and friends will follow the service at the Leiters Ford Community Building.

John R. “Bob” McLochlin

Oct. 3, 1919 – July 20, 2003

John Robert “Bob” McLOCHLIN, 83, 1415 Washington St., died at 8:48 a.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital emergency room. Born in Morton to John A. and Vernice OLIVER McLOCHLIN, he married Marie K. RICHARDSON Jan. 2, 1940, in Rochester. She survives.

Mr. McLochlin was a retired farmer and substitute bus driver for Rochester Community Schools. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, Lake Manitou Moose Lodge, Fulton County Alcohol Beverage Commission, Knights of Columbus, National Farmers Union and he was a director of the Rochester Farmers Mutual Insurance Co. He was an avid bridge player, sports and horce racing fan and former breeder and owner of Standard Bred horses.

Surviving with his wife of 63 years, at home, are one daughter, Patricia Jean McMILLEN and husband Bill, Rochester; one son, Richard A. [McLOCHLIN] and wife Lucinda A., Coronado, Calif.; seven grandchildren, Jeff and Nicolle McLOCHLIN, Rochester, John R. McLOCHLIN, Fort Riley, Kan., Andrea A. MARRS, Coronado, Calif., Shannon M. MARRS and husband Tom, Rochester, Brad D. McMILLEN, Colleen K. WOOD and Sheila J. and fiance Bernie Too KELLER, all of Indianapolis; 13 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Dorothy WARFIELD, Kewanna, and Jane BEERY and husband Wayne, Rochester; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding in death were one brother, Lowell “Doc” McLOCHLIN, and an infant sister.

A mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, with Father Joseph JACOB officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, where a vigil service will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the heart fund or Rochester Community Schools Memorial Scholarship Fund.

George G.”Pete” Mellott

April 22, 1914 – July 20, 2003

George Glen “Pete” MELLOTT, 89, 178 N. Indiana 19, Etna Green, died at 4:50 p.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Born in Kosciusko County to Elmer LeRoy and Grace SHAW MELLOTT, he married Frances E. HAWLEY Feb. 11, 1940, in Bourbon. She died May 23, 1998.

Mr. Mellott, a lifetime Etna Green area resident, was a farmer and antique tractor lover.

Survivors include one daughter, Linda SALLEE and husband Craig, Atlanta, Ga.; one son, Steve MELLOTT, Bourbon; five grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, two brothers, Harley and Fred [MELLOTT[, one granddaughter and four sisters, Donnabelle, Mary, Ruth and Mildred [MELLOTT].

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Doris SMITH officiating. Burial will be at Summit Chapel Cemetery, southeast of Bourbon. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Mentone Fire Department or Mentone Emergency Medical Services.

Martha J. Walton

Jan. 21, 1924 - July 18, 2003

Martha J. WALTON, 79, Life Care Center and formerly of 1003 E. Ninth St., Rochester, died at 3 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center.

Born Jan. 21, 1924 in Alexandria to Harold and Geraldine DUNN DAY, she married James W. WALTON on Aug. 9, 1943 in Rochester. He preceded her in death Feb. 21, 1973.

With her husband, Mrs. Walton owned and operated Day Food Market in Rochester from 1959 to 1973. She was a legal secretary for Brown, Brown & Rakestraw law firm from 1973 to 1992.

She was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church and Tri Kappa Sorority and volunteered at United Ministries Food Pantry.

Survivors include one son, J. Christopher WALTON and wife, Suzanna, Cicero; two grandchildren, Abigail and Ethan WALTON, both of Cicero; and several nieces and nephews. One sister, Jerry DAVIS, preceded in death.

A memorial service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, July 26, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Interment will follow in the Rochester IOOF cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Tuesday, July 22, 2003

George G. “Pete” Mellott

April 22, 1914 – July 20, 2003

Services for George G. “Pete” MELLOTT, 89, Etna Green, who died Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw, are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Doris Smith officiating. Burial will be at Summit Chapel Cemetery, southeast of Bourbon. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Ernest “Bill” Wisley

Ernest “Bill” WISLEY, 90, died at 10:20 a.m. Monday at Marquette Manor, 8140 N. Township Line Road, Indianapolis.

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

Wednesday, July 23, 2003

Trella A. Bastian

Trella A. BASTIAN, 95, died at 9:32 p.m. Tuesday at Bluffton Regional Medical Center.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Ernest “Bill” Wisley

Sept. 18, 1912 – July 21, 2003

Ernest “Bill” WISLEY, 90, 1716 Ewing Road, died at 10:20 a.m. Monday at Marquette Manor, Indianapolis. He was in failing health for six months.

Born in Smithville, near Bloomington, to Silas and Ellen WISLEY, he married Margaret K. WARWICK Oct. 29, 1940, in Lafayette. She died May 15, 1996.

Mr. Wisley came to Rochester in 1959 from Momemce, Ill. He retired as office manager at Dean Foods Co., Rochester. He was a member of Elks Lodge 2120, Kiwanis Club, Little League baseball, the men’s bridge club and served on the Fulton County 4-H Fair Board, all in Rochester. He loved to play golf and was a fan of baseball and football. He was a Romney High School graduate and member of Romney Free & Accepted Masons 441.

Survivors include one daughter, Jayne and husband Dr. John HAGUE, Carmel; one son, Michael L. [WISLEY] and wife Mary, Evansville; 10 grandchildren, Joshua and Jeffrey HAGUE, Jessica, Alison, Judson, Joel, Luke, Angela, Cheri Anne and Benjamin WISLEY; one sister, Betty CARNAHAN, Lafayette; and one brother, Jack [WISLEY], Lafayette.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, one sister and two brothers.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Father Joe JACOB officiating. Burial will be at St. Boniface Cemetery, Lafayette, where graveside services will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. Thursday. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Fund or Osteoporosis Foundation.

Thursday, July 24, 2003

Trella A. Bastian

June 22, 1908 – July 22, 2003

Trella A. BASTIAN, 95, Ossian, formerly of Akron, died at 9:32 p.m. Tuesday at Bluffton Regional Medical Center.

Born in Fulton County to Harvey and Bessie M. DICKERHOFF KRIEG, she married Byron B. BASTIAN Aug. 7, 1943, in South Bend. He died June 9, 1967.

Mrs. Bastian was a telephone operator for more than 33 years. She was a member of Roann First Brethren Church and later became a member of Akron Church of the Brethren.

Survivors include one sister, Joanna M. McGEE, Ossian; six nieces and nephews, Carol MOORE, Peru, Diane LARSON, Indianapolis, Neil BAMMERLIN, Warsaw, Keith MARTIN, Ossian, Kris MARTIN, Richmond, Va., and Renee BAKER, Travis Air Force Base in California.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two sisters, Glendon READ and Irene EMGLE, and one brother, Floyd “Mike” KRIEG.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Erin HUIRAS officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Visitation is one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Akron Church of the Brethren.

Hannah W. “Wilma” Fouts

May 8, 1917 – July 23, 2003

Hannah W. “Wilma” WAGONER FOUTS, 86, died Wednesday in Ocala, Fla.

Survivors include two daughters, Judy Kotterman and Nancy Baker; and one son, Jerry Fouts.

No services are planned.

Friday, July 25, 2003

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Saturday, July 26, 2003

Gloria F. Werner

Gloria F. WERNER, 77, 1517 Arrowhead Drive, Rochester, passed away at 7 p.m. Friday at her residence.

Arrangements pending with Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Monday, July 28, 2003

Dorothy E. Murray

April 3, 1913 – July 26, 2003

Dorothy E. MURRAY, 90, 224 W. Ottawa St., Logansport, died at 12:44 a.m. Saturday at her residence.

Born in Fulton County to William C. and Clymenia ROSS PICKENS, she married Robert WAGONER June 3, 1933, in Rochester. He died Nov. 4, 1943. She married Jess MURRAY May 31, 1946, in Logansport. He died May 19, 1980.

Mrs. Murray was a homemaker and was formerly employed at Busjahn’s Drug Store, Logansport. She was a charter member of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 323, Logansport, and dual member of Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 852, Rochester, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3790 Ladies Auxiliary and the Mary Dykeman Guild, which volunteers at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Survivors include one daughter, Betty J. McQUINN, Logansport; four grandchildren, Elizabeth McQUINN, Twelve Mile, Weslie McQUINN and wife Donna, Logansport, Joan McQUINN, Indianapolis, and Lisa CHIAVOLA and husband James, San Angelo, Texas; four great-grandchildren, Jordan, Ashley and Jocelyn CHIAVOLA and Quinton McQUINN; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husbands were five brothers, two sisters and one grandson.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Gundrum Funeral Home, 1603 E. Broadway St., Logansport, with Rev. Kenneth SMITH officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Logansport. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. An Eagles Auxiliary service will be held at 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Madonna K. Overmyer

July 20, 1934 – July 26, 2003

Madonna K. OVERMYER, 69, Box 303, 3500 N. 915 W., Shipshewanna, died at 9:22 a.m. Saturday at Lagrange Community Hospital.

Surviving with her husband, Rev. Kenneth OVERMYER, at home, are one daughter, Deborah GOOD, Indianapolis; one son, Rev. David L. OVERMYER, Warsaw; and two sisters, Patricia DePOY, Cleveland, N.Y., and Kathleen WILSON, Lagrange.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, 2290 Provident Court, Warsaw. Burial will be at Bruce Lake Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Gloria F. Werner

Oct. 11, 1925 – July 25, 2003

Gloria Fay WERNER, 77, 1517 Arrowhead Drive, died at 7 p.m. Friday at her residence.

Born in Hammond to William M. and Elizabeth COX THOMPSON, she married Donald M. WERNER June 9, 1946, in Rochester. He died Dec. 29, 1981.

Mrs. Werner retired from Wilson Corn Products, Rochester, and was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Rochester, Reiter Club, Manitou Garden Club and a 50-year member of Order of the Eastern Star. She volunteered with the United Ministries Food Pantry and participated in various card clubs.

Survivors include three sons, John W. [WERNER] and wife Donna, Rochester, James A. [WERNER] and wife Kim, Greenwood, and Joseph L. [WERNER], Rochester; and three grandchildren, Ashley and Jason WERNER, Greenwood, and Sarah WERNER, Rochester.

Preceding in death were one sister, Camille MEISER, and one brother, William THOMPSON.

Services were at 10 a.m. today at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Rev. Joseph JACOB officiated. Burial was at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the United Ministries Food Pantry.

Tuesday, July 29, 2003

Olivia Thornton

Olivia THORNTON, 86, 9139 W. 525 North, died at 4:50 p.m. Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.

Arrangements are pending at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Wednesday, July 30, 2003

Chester Lett

Chester LETT, 89, 6529 N. 900 W., Culver, died at 6:10 a.m. today at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.

Arrangements are pending at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Ric Bradway

April 5, 1945 – July 28, 2003

Ric BRADWAY, 58, Hillcrest Motel and Cabins, Wetmore, Mich., died Monday under the care of Northwoods Hospice.

Born in Rochester to the late David and Loretta Mae STUBBS BRADWAY, he graduated in 1963 from Akron High School and from International Barber School of Indianapolis June 5, 1965.

Ric enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Feb. 15, 1966. He served as a radio operator and spent a 13 and one-half month tour in Vietnam. He earned the Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Meritorious Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with two battle stars and unit citation, Republic of Vietnam Civic Action Medal Unit Citation and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. He was discharged Feb. 14, 1968.

Ric was active with the American Legion and held different post positions. He was proud of the fact that he was instrumental in the campaign and success of having the Vietnam Moving Wall Memorial brought to Munising, Mich. He was dedicated with all of his heart to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program and was awarded the Commanding General’s Award for his outstanding achievement in support for the program. His generous contributions enabled the Marine Corps Reserve to fulfill the Christmas dreams of some of our nation’s neediest children.

Ric moved to Munising, Mich., 23 years ago. In that time, he was a participating owner and manager of Hillcrest Motel and Cabins, Wetmore, Mich. Ric’s home was the annual “home” to many snowmobilers and vacationers. He, Bob Stein and Clyde Brandley were the first locals to sign the snowmobile trails. He loved his many daily trips to town for coffee, friendship, visiting and agitating the waitresses. He also loved being agitated back. Ric was an everyday part of the Dogpatch girls’ lives. He was a big NASCAR fan as well as a fan and participant of midget sprint car racing.

Survivors include one brother, Gary [BRADWAY] and wife Karen, Boot Lake, Mich.; nephews and niece, Derek BRADWAY and wife Heather, Dollar Bay, Mich., Jack BRADWAY, Atlantic Mine, Mich., Tony BRADWAY and wife Jodi, stationed in Germany, and Stacy HOUSER and husband Mike, Rochester; great-nieces and great-nephews, Elizabeth Mae BRADWAY, Courtney and Ethan HOUSER and Cara and Alexander BRADWAY; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Preceding in death with his parents were one brother, Dennis BRADWAY.

Services are at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Bowerman Funeral Home, Munising, Mich. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Munising, Mich. Visitation is 12:30-2:30 p.m. at the funeral home. The Alger County Veterans Council and American Legion honor Guard will conduct military honors. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program in his memory.

Thursday, July 31, 2003

Ellen B. McCray

Jan. 26, 1921 – July 19, 2003

Ellen B. McCRAY 82, 401 S. First St., LaFontaine, died at 7:50 p.m. July 19 at Marion General Hospital.

Survivors include three daughters, Nancy COOPER, Marion, Dianna OWEN, Wabash, and Susan McCRAY, LaFontaine; and two sisters, Mrs. Ann DALEY, Eccles, England, and Mrs. Grace WOODWARD, Monton, England.

Services were July 23 at LaFontaine United Methodist Church.

Larry G. Sheetz

Larry G. SHEETZ, 65, Kewanna, died at 4:27 a.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Olivia Thornton

Jan. 18, 1917 – July 28, 2003

Olivia THORNTON, 86, 9139 W. County Road 525 N., died at 4:50 p.m. Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.

Services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. There will be no visitation.

Friday, August 1, 2003

Francis J. Aspinwall

Oct. 2, 1898 – July 30, 2003

Francis J. ASPINWALL, 104, Peru, died at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Born in Peru to William and Mary HANNON ASPINWALL, he married Esta WINEGARDNER June 27, 1929, at St. Charles Catholic Church. She died Aug. 1, 1989.

Mr. Aspinwall retired from C&O Railroad. He was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church and Peru Eagles Lodge.

Survivors include two daughters, Catherine “Katie” QUINTON and husband Ray and Rose HINES and husband Paul, all of Peru; one sister, Clara WOUSTER, Peru; seven grandchildren, Ron and Jonell QUINTON, Olympia, Wash., Sandra QUINTON and husband Steve HEALY, Kokomo, Jeff and Melanie QUINTON, Rossville, Karla QUINTON and husband Tim BUSTA, Centennial, Colo., Mike HINES, Quincy, Ill., Becky LOE, Peru, and Steve and Jerilyn HINES, Rochester; 14 great-grandchildren, Blake, Nicholas and Leah QUINTON, Jessica and Sarah KIRKPATRICK, Maile, Bryan, Kai’Noa and Olivia QUINTON, Saxony, Bria and Caleb BUSTA, Josh LOE and Brent HINES; six stepgreat-grandchildren; and three step great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents, five brothers, three sisters and one great-grandson, Scott HINES.

Mass of Christian Burial service is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Charles Catholic Church, 58 W. Fifth St., Peru, with Rev. Francis I. KILCLINE III officiating. Burial will be at St. Charles Cemetery. There is no visitation. Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to St. Charles Catholic School.

Chester Lett

May 12, 1914 – July 30, 2003

Chester LETT, 89, 6529 N. 900 W., Culver, died at 6:10 a.m. Wednesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie M. CRIPE LETT, Culver; one son, Ronald [LETT], Rochester; and one daughter, Joyce SMITH, South Bend.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Larry G. Sheetz

June 7, 1938 – July 31, 2003

Larry G. SHEETZ, 65, 5053 W. 725 S., Kewanna, died at 4:27 a.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Survivors include his wife, Janet [SHEETZ], Kewanna; four sons, Larry W. and Terry G. [SHEETZ], both of Kewanna, Jerry A. [SHEETZ], Fort Wayne, and Scott [SHEETZ], Kewanna; one daughter, Tammy KING, Fort Wayne; 10 grandchildren; his mother, Dorothy Mae SHEETZ, Fort Wayne; one brother, Herbert L. [SHEETZ], Fort Wayne; and three sisters, Sandy HERNANDEZ, Linda BLOBAUM and Joyce MARCHAN, all of Fort Wayne.

Services are at 2:30 p.m. Monday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Visitation is 12:30-2:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Verlin K. Sites

Verlin K. SITES, 79, 4421 E. Wabash County Road 1400 N., Roann, died at 4:02 a.m. today at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Andrew J. “A.J.” Swartz

May 24, 1987 – July 24, 2003

Andrew J. “A.J.” SWARTZ, 16, Bicknell, died at 10:43 p.m. July 24 at Good Samaritan Hospital.

Born in Vincennes to Ed and Pat HOFFMAN SWARTZ, he attended Bicknell Church of the Nazarene and North Knox High School.

Survivors include his parents, at home; maternal grandfather, Robert HOFFMAN, Claypool; one brother, E.J. SWARTZ, Fort Branch; and one half sister, Susan JENNE, Beech Grove.

Services were Monday at Bicknell Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Andy HUGHES officiated. Burial was at Bicknell Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements were by McClure-Utt Funeral Home, Bicknell.

Saturday, August 2, 2003

Verlon K. Sites

Oct. 5, 1923 - Aug. 1, 2003

Verlon K. SITES, 79, 4421 E. Wabash County Road 1400 N., Roann, died at 4:02 a.m. Friday at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

Survivors include his wife, Miriam [SITES], Roann; one daughter, Lorraine HUDSON, Roann; and one son, Dennis G. [SITES], North Manchester.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mexico Church of the Brethren. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Monday, August 4, 2003

Glenn D. Fennewald

Glenn Dee FENNEWALD, 92, Grovertown, died at 8:35 p.m. Saturday at Pulaski County Health Care Center, Winamac.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Tuesday, August 5, 2003

Kempies M. Bishop

July 11, 1914 – Aug. 3, 2003

Kempies M. BISHOP, 89, 13462 N. Bonestead Road, North Manchester, died at 8:05 p.m. Sunday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Born in Pleasant Township, Wabash County, to Simon and Elsie L. McCREARY BISHOP, he married Ruth L. WALKER Dec. 28, 1935. She survives.

Mr. Bishop was a farmer and excavating contractor. He attended South Pleasant United Methodist Church. He was a member of Wabash County Farm Bureau and the South Pleasant Cemetery Board.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two sons, LeRoy [BISHOP] and wife Dorcas, North Manchester, and Gerald “Gerry” [BISHOP] Fort Wayne; three grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were his parents and four sisters.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at South Pleasant United Methodist Church, rural Silver Lake, with Revs. Nikki MARKER and Ed FRENCH officiating. Burial will be at South Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester Chapel. Memorials may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Gertrude E. Brock

March 7, 1912 – Aug. 3, 2003

Gertrude E. BROOK, 91, 1214 Elizabeth St., died at 12:11 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Edgewood, Iowa, to Clarence and Mary Stevens Lighty, she married Rolland “Casey” Brock Nov. 4, 1947. He died April 13, 1987.

Mrs. Brock was a homemaker and provided child care in her home.

Survivors include two sons, John [BROOK], Rochester, and Abe [BROOK], LaPorte; two daughters, Judy DICKERSON, Merrillville, and Dena JUDGE, Crossett, Ark.; one stepdaughter, Betty Lou [BROCK], Chicago, Ill.; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and 13 nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, three brothers, David, Robert and Clarence LIGHTY, and one sister, Ethel McCOMB.

Services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at Ever Rest Memorial Chapel, Cass County. Burial is at Ever Rest Memorial Park. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, is in charge of arrangements.

Glenn D. Fennewald

April 13, 1911 – Aug. 2, 2003

Glenn Dee FENNEWALK, 92, Grovertown, died at 8:35 p.m. Sunday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Jean GILBERT FENNEWALD, at home; one daughter, June FENNEWALD, Elmhurst-Queens, N.Y.; one son, LeRoy [FENNEWALD], Chicago, Ill.; and one sister, Claudia BUENTING, Charleston, S.C.

Mass of Christian burial is at 10 a.m. Thursday at Saint Michael’s Catholic Church, Plymouth. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Wednesday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. The rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Dean A. Smiley

April 30, 1919 – Aug. 2, 2003

Dean A. SMILEY, 84, Terre Haute, died at 12:06 p.m. Saturday.

Born in Rochester to Earl and Engrid HANSON SMILEY, he attended Rochester High School. He was a member of the RHS basketball team that played in the 1937 state final four, the farthest RHS has ever been in the state tournament.

Mr. Smiley owned and operated Smiley’s Jiffy Car Wash, Terre Haute, for more than 20 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in Europe. His community activities include past president of Northside Breakfast Optimist Club, past member of Terre Haute Elks, former board member of Torner Girls Club, member of Indiana State University Sycamore 200 Club. He attended Hulman Street Wesleyan Church.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one daughter, Maridean McCOMBS, Terre Haute; one granddaughter, Holly McCOMBS, Indianapolis; two brothers, John [SMILEY] and wife Gladys, Sebring, Fla., and Dale [SMILEY] and wife Jean, Ponte Verda, Fla.; two sisters, Ruth TULLIS and husband Mike, Wabash, and Terri HOWDESHELL and husband Larry, Rochester; special friend, Irene CASPER, Rockledge, Fla.; numerous nieces and nephews and many cousins, including Kent and Rose Anne MILLER, South Bend, and Corrine PICKENS, Rochester.

Preceding in death were his parents, four brothers, his twin Don, George, Robert and Ray SMILEY, two stepsisters, Jean JENKINS and Joyce TRUAX, and his stepmother, Estelle SMILEY.

A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Hulman Street Wesleyan Church, 1620 S. 20th St., Terre Haute, with Revs. Harvey WEAVER and Dan WILLIS officiating. Callahan & Hughes Funeral Home, Terre Haute, assisted with arrangements.

Irene M. Troutman

Dec. 21, 1918 – Aug. 3, 2003

Irene M. TROUTMAN, 84, Kewanna, died at 10 p.m. Sunday at her farm residence in Fulton County.

Born in Griffith to Harry and Rose LEY BOTHWELL, she married Robert W. TROUTMAN Aug. 22, 1943, at Kewanna Church of Christ. He died Jan. 17, 1992.

Mrs. Troutman retired as a production worker from Winamac Coil Spring, Kewanna, and she was a farm wife. She was a member of Kewanna Church of Christ, where she participated in the choir and Ladies Aid. She was involved in Kewanna Mothers Club, Bunco Club, Pinhook Grange of Kewanna, Extension Homemakers and Kewanna Harvestaires. She did oil paintings and liked working outside with her flowers. She was a 1938 Griffith High School graduate.

Survivors include four sons, Kenneth R. [TROUTMAN] and wife Ann, Logansport, Keith A.

[TROUTMAN] and wife Sherry, Cicero, Phil R. [TROUTMAN] and wife Diane, Highland Springs, Va., and Gary W. [TROUTMAN] and wife Penny, Rochester; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one brother, Marvin BOTHWELL Tuscon, Ariz.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and one brother.

Services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at Kewanna Church of Christ with Rev. Ron PRILLIMAN officiating. Burial will be at Kewanna Citizens IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to Kewanna Church of Christ.

Wednesday, August 6, 2003

Kathleen M. Hammond

Kathleen M. BUCCI HAMMOND, 50, died Monday evening at her Argos residence.

Arrangements are pending at Dunnichay Funeral Home, Elwood.

Thursday, August 7, 2003

Leo E. ‘Rodney’ Ambler

Nov. 25, 1919 – Aug. 5, 2003

Leo E. “Rodney” AMBLER, 83, 2256 Fairfield Blvd., Plymouth, died at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, following an illness.

Born in Macy to Leo F. and Leona M. DuBOIS AMBLER, he married Wilma M. READ Nov. 21, 1942, at Fort McClellan, Ala. She survives.

Mr. Ambler, a Plymouth resident most if his life, was class treasurer and a 1938 Lincoln High School, Plymouth, graduate. He studied business at Manchester College. On Feb. 14, 1940, he was one of the first five men in Marshall County to be drafted into the U.S. Army for service during World War II. He served active duty until December, 1945. He pursued a military career, serving in the Army Reserve and Civil Service for 33 years, retiring in 1980. A member of the Plymouth Church of the Brethren since 1963, his focus in life was service to his church. He served on many boards, was a deacon and taught Sunday school. He loved to read and did so at every chance. A patron of Plymouth Public Library, he also volunteered at St. Joseph Health Center. He was a longtime member of Plymouth Kiwanis Club and a 50-year plus member of the Macy Masonic Lodge.

Surviving with his wife of nearly 61 years, at home, are one son, Arol E. [AMBLER] and wife Marcia, Worchester, Mass.; three daughters, Kathleen A. HORN and husband Ward, Indianapolis, Janet S. VANNEST and husband Warren, Loganville, Ga., and Gwen E. TAYLOR and husband Thomas, Plymouth. Family life was of the utmost importance to Rodney, his 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren were all the more reason to arrange travel plans around family visits. Several brothers and sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceding in death were his parents and two sisters, Veva DONALDSON and JoAnn SHOEMAKER.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Plymouth Church of the Brethren, 1130 N. Michigan St., with Rev. Dave KERKOVE, pastor of the church, and Rev. Joseph HORN, a grandson of Rodney and Wilma, officiating. Burial will be at New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Friday at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to Plymouth Church of the Brethren or St. Joseph Health Center, 116 E. Washington St., Plymouth.

Kathleen M. Hammond

May 20, 1953 – Aug. 4, 2003

Kathleen M. BUCCI HAMMOND, 50, died at 6:15 p.m. Monday at her Argos residence.

Survivors include her husband, John, at home; her father, Joseph J. BUCCI, Elwood; two daughters, Christina HAMMOND, Bloomington, and Stephanie HAMMOND, Valparaiso; one son, Douglas HAMMOND, Argos; three brothers, James BUCCI, [HAMMOND] Rowland Heights, Calif., Kenneth BUCCI, Indianapolis, and John BUCCI, Elwood; and three sisters, Angela MOLT, Carmel, Mary LEAVELL, Elwood, and Andrea CORNETT, Mount Washington, Ky.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Elwood. There will be no visitation. Cremation took place.

Donna J. Long

Aug. 10, 1929 – Aug. 2, 2003

Donna J. BRYANT LONG, 73, Perrysburg, Ohio, died Saturday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

Born in Rochester to Oliver and Fern RUSH BRYANT, she married Donald E. LONG Oct. 1, 1950, in Rochester. He preceded in death.

Mrs. Long was a member of Maumee River Yacht Club. She was a homemaker and enjoyed shopping, sewing, cooking, baking and was the No. 1 fan of her cat Sadie. She will be especially missed by friends for the candy she made at Christmas. She took great pride in her three grandchildren, who lovingly called her Nana.

Survivors include two daughters, Debra S. COCHRAN and husband Bruce, Mt. Blanchard, Ohio, and Jennifer A. COOK and husband Tom, Brooklyn, N.Y.; three grandchildren, Christopher P. GUTMANN, Toledo, Ohio, and Benjamin K. and Ellie L. COOK, both of Brooklyn, N.Y.; and two brothers, Obby BRYANT and wife Wilma, Rochester, and Milo BRYANT and wife Dee, Louisville, Ky.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and two sisters, Freida ZELLER and Katherine HOGE.

Services were Monday at Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, Perrysburg, Ohio. Private burial was at Fort Meigs Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

H. Clara Belle Rockwell

H. Clara Belle ROCKWELL, 89, 2821 Barrett Road, died at 11:45 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral home.

Friday, August 8, 2003

H. Clara Belle Rockwell

Aug. 6, 1914 – Aug. 6, 2003

H. Clara Belle ROCKWELL, 89, 2821 Barrett Road, died at 11:45 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in Barron, Wisc., to Fred S. and Nettie LOWE CARR, she married Paul J. “Rocky” ROCKWELL April 12, 1940, in South Bend. He died Aug. 8, 1987.

Mrs. Rockwell was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution Manitou Chapter. She enjoyed fishing, knitting and cooking, and was especially known for her homemade pies.

Survivors include daughters, Paula BIRKLE and husband Don, Huntley, Montana, Teresa ZIESENHENE and husband Bill, South Bend, Joanna JANA and husband Wayne, Rochester; grandchildren, Dan and wife Jean BIRKLE, Sherwood, Ark., Melissa and husband Jim GONGWER, Edmond, Okla., Justin BIRKLE and Lisa KULISH, Huntley, Mont., Beth and husband Emery ARNDT, Granger, Becky and husband Jeremy KOEHLINGER, Fishers, Eric JANA, Bloomington, Scott JANA, Tallahassee, Fla., and Kristen JANA, Rochester; great-grandchildren, Matthew BIRKLE and Katherine BIRKLE, both of Sherwood, Ark., Emily GONGWER, Edmond, Okla., and Hunter BIRKLE and Ashley BIRKLE, both of Huntley, Mont.; two sisters, Madge MILLISER and Louise DRUDGE, both of Rochester; one daughter-in-law, Bobbie BOLT, Knoxville, Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were one son, H.E. “Spike” ROCKWELL in 1969, two brothers, Clarence and Westel CARR, and two sisters, Ruth NEWELL and Ida Catherine CUTSHAW.

Services are at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the United Ministries Food Pantry.

Saturday, August 9, 2003

Jared K. Airgood

Oct. 15, 1985 – Aug. 7, 2003

Jared K. AIRGOOD, 17, 308 River Cove, North Manchester, died at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. Born in Warsaw to Kristopher AIRGOOD and Shirley IHNEN FETROW, he would have been a senior at North Manchester High School this fall.

He was employed at Pizza Hut, North Manchester. He loved music and played drums with the band “HAM,” frequently playing at the Firehouse.

Survivors include his father and stepmother, Kristopher and Terri AIRGOOD, Kokomo; his mother and stepfather, Jack and Shirley FETROW, North Manchester; one stepbrother, Aaron FETROW, Fort Wayne; one sister, Erica AIRGOOD, Kokomo; one stepsister, Linda CRAFT, Akron; maternal grandparents, Ted and Jackie IHNEN, North Manchester; paternal grandparents, Peggy BOGGS and Tom and Jane AIRGOOD, all of North Manchester; paternal great-grandmother, Wiladene DRUDGE, Silver Lake; paternal stepgreat-grandmother, Julia ABBOTT, North Manchester; and his girlfriend, Emilee GROSSMAN, North Manchester.

Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at First Brethren Church, North Manchester, with Rev. Kurt STOUT officiating. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Sunday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Wabash County Animal Shelter.

Monday, August 11, 2003

Robert G. ‘Bob’ Burwell

Dec. 14, 1916 – Aug. 10, 2003

Robert George “Bob” BURWELL, 86, 337 Grace Village Drive, Winona Lake, died at 7:55 a.m. Sunday at his residence in Grace Village Retirement Community.

Born in Bourbon to George and Cecil Mae GRIFFITH BURWELL, he married Ida Kathryn MOORE June 20, 1943, at Burton United Methodist

Church, west of Rochester. She died July 21, 2001.

Bob enjoyed a 41-year teaching career, which began in Lapaz, where he taught and coached. He then taught at the Rochester School Corp. for 33 years. His Rochester tenure included teaching in the former Lincoln Grade School. He was principal at Rochester Junior High from 1957-1968. At his request, he was then reassigned as an elementary teacher. He concluded his educational career as a fourth-grade teacher at Columbia Elementary School, retiring in 1981.

Bob was a graduate of Bourbon High School and earned his bachelor’s degree from Wabash College. He earned a master of science degree in education from Indiana University. He was stationed at Camp Atterbury while serving in the U.S. Army during World War II.

His memberships included Burton United Methodist Church, Phi Delta Kappa, Indiana State Teachers Association, National Education Association, Rochester Classroom Teachers Association, Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge 47 and Rochester Rotary Club, from which he earned the coveted Rotary Paul Harris Fellow.

Bob was an athlete as a young man, excelling in basketball and football. He loved watching a variety of sporting events. He enjoyed travel and fishing. He can be best remembered for his uncanny storytelling. Bob never met a stranger he couldn’t talk to.

Survivors include his daughter, Rev. Susanne BURWELL, Monona, Wisc.; three nieces, Kathryn FROEBE, Fort Wayne, Sandra BREWER and husband Ron, Fort Wayne, Pat STEWART and husband Bob, Granger; five nephews, Jim MOORE and wife Jane, Delphi, Joe MOORE and wife Terry, Rochester, John MOORE and wife Nancy, Rochester, Jack MOORE and wife Sandy, Phoenix, Ariz., and Jim SWANK, Sparks, Nev. Several great-nieces and great-nephews, numerous great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, cousins and special caregiver Diane SNOOK, Claypool, also survive.

Preceding in death with his wife were his parents and three sisters, Frances, Abbie and Ruth [BURWELL].

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Will LAWSON and Rev. Laurence SMITH officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. Wednesday at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw, and 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Burton United Methodist Church or Wabash College.

James E. Walley

Oct. 4, 1938 – Aug. 10, 2003

James E. WALLEY, 64, Edgerton, Ohio, died at 12:07 a.m. Sunday at LaGrange Community Hospital after becoming ill while driving for TST Expedited Services.

Born in Edon, Ohio, to Bernard J. and Ruth DUNLAP WALLEY, he graduated from Edgerton High School in 1956.

Mr. Walley served in the U.S. Army Reserve, entering in 1958. He was a member of Edgerton Church of Christ and served on the church board. He drove semi truck at TST Expedited Services for two years and at Tri-State Trucking for 10 years.

Survivors include two daughters, Debra MORING and husband Andy, Angola, Amy KING and husband Scott, Rochester; two sons, Chris [WALLEY] and wife Jill, Rochester; Brad [WALLEY] and wife Tami, Wyoming, Mich.; his fiance, Leta HUG, Edgerton, Ohio; two brothers, Jerry M. [WALLEY]. Antwerp, Ohio, and Stephen B. [WALLEY], Ringold, Va.; one sister, Kathy GRANT and husband Dan, Edgerton, Ohio; and five grandchildren.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, John [WALLEY].

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Edgerton Church of Christ with Rev. D.V. DILLINGER officiating. Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Edgerton, Ohio. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Krill Funeral Home, Edgerton, Ohio. Memorials may be made to Edgerton Church of Christ.

Betty J. Young

April 21, 1930 – Aug. 9, 2003

Betty J. YOUNG, 73, 5213 W. 100 S., Warsaw, died at 8 a.m. Saturday at her residence.

Born in Fulton County to Lawrence and Bernice Slagle Kindig, she married Everett G. YOUNG Nov. 29, 1948, in Atwood. He survives.

Mrs. Young was a homemaker. She graduated in 1948 from Mentone High School. She was a member of Women of the Moose Auxiliary, Warsaw, and in earlier years had been an avid bowler.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are two daughters, Diann HUFFMAN and husband Robert and Sandra WENTZ and husband Roy, all of Warsaw; one son, Dennis [YOUNG] and wife Tracy, Warsaw; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one sister, Colleen SENSIBAUGH, Culver; and two brothers, Richard KINDIG, Mentone, and Bill KINDIG, Newcastle.

Preceding in death were two grandchildren.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone with Rev. Steve AUSTIN officiating. Burial will be at Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Kosciusko County Hope Hospice.

Tuesday, August 12, 2003

Elizabeth Maby

A memorial service for Elizabeth MABY, Tomahawk, Wisc., formerly of Rochester, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Christian Church, 1101 Madison St., Rochester.

Mrs. Maby died Feb. 28.

Wednesday, August 13, 2003

Dale S. Gross

Dale S. GROSS, 72, died at 8:30 p.m. Monday at his Kewanna residence.

No services or visitation are planned.

Robert P. Hurd

Robert P. HURD, 58, 2318 Westgate Drive, Logansport, died at 8:47 a.m. today at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

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

Thursday, August 14, 2003

Mary Hyndman

Mary HYNDMAN, 94, 132 W. High St., Etna Green, died at 3:54 a.m. today at Bremen Health Care Center.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Clifford C. Reichard

June 12, 1924 – Aug. 13, 2003

Clifford C. REICHARD, 79, 8175 W. 400 North, died at 4:45 p.m. Wednesday at his residence. He was in failing health for six years.

Born in Kewanna to Omer and Gertrude REICHARD, he married ReBecca McMANNUS March 12, 1947, at Leiters Ford United Methodist Church. She survives.

Mr. Reichard was a lifetime resident of Fulton County. He was a farmer in the Leiters Ford community and was known for the Jersey cattle he raised.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are one son, Dennis O. [REICHARD] and wife Cynthia, Rochester; one daughter, Nancy REINHOLT and husband Dennis, Rochester; one granddaughter; two grandsons; and two great-grandsons.

Preceding in death were two brothers, Emerson A. and Robert C. REICHARD.

Graveside services will be held at a later date. Burial will be at Moon Cemetery, near Leiters Ford. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Robert P. Hurd

March 26, 1945 – Aug. 13, 2003

Robert P. HURD, 58, 2318 Westgate Drive, Logansport, died at 8:25 a.m. Wednesday at Logansport Memorial Hospital, where he had been a patient since Aug. 4.

He was born in Logansport, the third child of Robert and Mary HURD and the late Edith BISH HURD. He was a 1964 graduate of Carroll High School. Bob resided in Logansport for 18 years, coming from Indianapolis. He married Sharon Elaine Burkett Oct. 13, 1968, in Rochester. She died May 24, 2003.

After graduation, with great pride, Bob served his country with the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. He earned a Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.

He was a faithful employee of Daimler-Chrysler Transmission Plant, Kokomo. He possessed an excellent work ethic and was known for his dedication to quality. Recently, he received his

35 year anniversary pin marking his years of service there.

Bob enjoyed many friendships he made through active involvement of church, clubs and organizations. These included The River of Life Christian Church, United Auto Workers Union 683, Mizpah Shrine Temple, Fort Wayne, Scottish Rite, Tipton Free and Accepted Masons Lodge 33 and the Bulldog Club of America.

Bob and his late wife, Sharon [HURD], established the Bully Hill Kennel. They were proud owners of champion bulldogs, usually being shown around the Midwest show circuit by Bob. He enjoyed playing cards at the Shrine Club. He loved water sports, from skiing to tubing. He looked forward to relaxing with his family and grandchildren while vacationing at nearby lakes. The times he truly cherished were those spent surrounded by his family.

Bob will always be remembered for his quiet, gentle demeanor, patience and strong desire to help anyone in need, whether it be large or small.

Survivors include one daughter, Jennifer LeeAnn and husband George EBEY II, Warsaw; one son, Christopher Robert [HURD] , Logansport; three grandchildren, Alexandria HURD, Walton, and Damon and Joshua EBEY, Warsaw; two sisters, Linda HULL and husband Rex, Delhi, Calif., and Connie SCHWERING and husband Ron, Logansport; numerous nieces and nephews and special family friend, Christy WAGONER, Indianapolis.

Other survivors include his mother-in-law, Beulah B. BURKETT, Rochester, and two sisters-in-law, Joyce A. GOOD, Rochester, and Carolyn HODGSON, Cadillac, Mich.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Cameron DOUGLAS officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. The Logansport Shrine Club will conduct a memorial service at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Fund.

Friday, August 15, 2003

James V. Broadley

James V. BROADLEY, 67, Macy, died at 5:28 a.m. today at 4655 E. 1500 North, Macy.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Mary E. Hyndman

Nov. 30, 1908 – Aug. 14, 2003

Mary Elizabeth HYNDMAN, 94, died at 3:54 a.m. Thursday at Bremen Health Care Center.

Survivors include one daughter, Carol HOFFER, Etna Green; one son, Charles HYNDMAN, Harrisburg, N.C.; four sisters, Martha HAHN, Crown Point, Alice FLANINGAN, Gary, Vera SPENCER, South Bend, and Jeanne BUCHANAN, New Point Richey, Fla.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Visitation is noon until time of service at the funeral home.

Lois Miller

Jan. 22, 1914 – Aug. 8, 2003

Lois MILLER, 89, died Aug. 8 in Morro Bay, Calif.

Born in Rochester to Samuel Quin and Ida Ethel BURKETT, she married Ross James MILLER. He preceded in death.

Mrs. Miller moved with her husband and son to Burbank, Calif., where she resided until the 1980s. She then moved to Morro Bay, Calif., in 1998. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was looking forward to her 90th birthday.

Survivors include one son, Ross MILLER and wife Joy; one brother, Maynard BURKETT; nieces, Lisa FIEDLER and Therese KATES and their families; grandchildren, Gary MILLER and wife Juli and Michele DOWNS; great-grandchildren, Tucker BUTLER, Dalton MILLER and Chloe MILLER.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and one brother, Samuel BURKETT.

Services are Monday at Valhalla Memorial Park in Burbank, Calif. Benedict-Relley Mortuary, Morro Bay, Calif., is in charge of arrangements.

Saturday, August 16, 2003

James V. Broadley

March 4, 1936 - Aug. 15, 2003

James V. BROADLEY, 67, died at 5:28 a.m. Friday at his niece’s residence, 4655 E. 1500 North, Macy.

Survivors include one son, James [BROADLEY], Macy; two brothers, Jack [BROADLEY], Montana, and Mike [BROADLEY], Oregon; four sisters, Wanda BERLIN and Carol Ann BEENBLOSSOM, both of Mississippi, and Martha HARDING and Rosalene YOUNG, both of Roann.

Graveside services are at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 23, at Gilead Cemetery. No visitation will be held.

Monday, August 18, 2003

Denise Reinholt

Nov. 2, 1936 – Aug. 16, 2003

Denise REINHOLT, 66, 6299 W. 700 N., died at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at her residence.

Born in Chicago, Ill., to Ray and Dorothy O’CONNOR REKER, she married Ronald REINHOLT Sept. 6, 1958, in Rochester. He survives.

Mrs. Reinholt retired from Winamac Coil Spring, Kewanna, where she was a secretary. She came to Rochester in 1993 from Leiters Ford. She was a member of St. Mary’s of the Lake Catholic Church, Culver, and a Ball State University graduate.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are one son, Tony REINHOLT, Leiters Ford; three daughters, Theresa BAKER and husband Bret and Sandra EBY and husband Jan, all of Culver, and Lisa BUSALD and husband John, Indianapolis; seven grandchildren; and two sisters, Judith LACZAI, South Bend, and Elizabeth ZINDA, Redding, Calif.

Preceding in death were her parents.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary’s of the Lake Catholic Church, Culver, with Father Glenn KOHRMAN officiating. Burial will be at Leiters Ford IOOF Cemetery. No visitation is planned. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Marshall County.

Setta Carlile

Oct. 22, 1904 – Aug. 16, 2003

Setta CARLILE, 98, formerly of 1230 Washington St., died at 3:05 p.m. Saturday at Fox Run Manor, Findlay, Ohio.

Born in Indian Springs, near Cale in Martin County, to Ira L. and Fannie FISHER FIELDS, she married J.H. “Herb” CARLILE Dec. 16, 1933, in Bedford.

He died June 14, 1993.

Mrs. Carlile came to Rochester from Williams, near Bedford, in 1933. She resided in Findlay, Ohio, since 1994.

She taught school and was a homemaker. She and her late husband owned and operated a dairy farm in Newcastle Township from the early 1940s until retiring in 1963. She graduated from Williams High School and Indiana State Teachers College, Terre Haute. Her relationship with God was always an important part of her life. She was very active in the Church of Christ in Williams, Mentone and Rochester, and later in Findlay, Ohio.

Survivors include two daughters, Barbara MEYER and husband Wendell, Midland, Mich., and Phyllis HALL and husband Bill, Findlay, Ohio; one son, A. Ershel [CARLILE] and wife Mickey, Rochester; four grandchildren, Steve and Jennifer MEYER and Marty and Grady HALL; three stepgrandchildren and their spouses, Gary and Janie HARROLD, Mary and Mike MILLS and Sherri and Marty BROCK; eight stepgreat-grandchildren; and one stepgreat-great-grandson.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two brothers, William A. FIELDS, in 2003, and Cladius F. FIELDS, in 1982, one sister, Grace SULLIVAN, and two grandsons, Larry and Terry HARROLD.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Rochester Church of Christ with Rev. Jim DILLINGER officiating. Burial will be at Sycamore Cemetery, northeast of Rochester. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to Fox Run Manor activities department. Envelopes for donations will be available at the funeral home.

Otto Martin Carl Choitz

January 17, 1919 – Aug. 17, 2003

Otto Martin Carl CHOITZ, 84, 1129 Jefferson St., died at 2:20 a.m. Sunday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Ellsworth, Kan., to Friedrich F. and Helena M. PFLUGHOEFT CHOITZ, he married Esther DOWNS of Knox Feb. 22, 1947, in Mishawaka. She survives.

Mr. Choitz was a 1937 Ellsworth High School graduate. He came to Indiana in 1940 and to Rochester in 1999. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1942 and served in the European Theater of Operations as a medic and first lieutenant, returning to the U.S. in 1946. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves until 1953. He was a sales representative for many years at Gehl Manufacturing Co., West Bend, Wisc., representing the western half of Michigan. He moved to Gladwin, Mich., in 1967 as new owner of the Valentine Motel. He retired in 1985. He was an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Lions Club of both Gladwin, Mich., and Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three children, James [CHOITZ], Frankfurt, Germany, Steven [CHOITZ] and wife Rebecca, Mesa, Ariz., and Carolyn COLE and husband Daniel, Cadiz, Ky.; five grandchildren, Christopher, Casey and Cody CHOITZ, all of Mesa, Ariz., and Daniel COLE II and Zachary COLE, both of Cadiz, Ky.; three brothers, Walter [CHOITZ] and wife Mary, St. Paul, Minn., Alfred [CHOITZ] and wife Martha, South Bend, and Harold, [CHOITZ’ Rochester, Mich.; and one sister, Clara TISCHER, Mishawaka.

Preceding in death were his parents, one sister, Elsa CHOITZ, in 1916, and one brother, Dr.

John CHOITZ, in 1996.

Memorial services will be private. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church, Rochester, the Veterans of Foreign Wars or the Lions Club.

Hazel M. Roudebush

Oct. 21, 1918 – Aug. 17, 2003

Hazel M. ROUDEBUSH, 84, 813 S. Market St., Winamac, died at 9:25 a.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Hospital, Kokomo.

Born in Conrad, Mont., to Fred and Ada BURNS WARNER, she married David E. ROUDEBUSH Dec. 24, 1938, in Culver. He died June 16, 1986.

Mrs. Roudebush, a homemaker, was a member of First Christian Church, Winamac. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed yard work. She lived most of her life in Winamac.

Survivors include one daughter, Laura A. BITTERLING and husband Jerry L., Logansport; one son, Rex A. [ROUDEBUSH] and wife Mary, Kokomo; six grandchildren, Kim GORMAN and Kerry ROUDEBUSH, both of Fort Wayne, Kyle BITTERLING, Greenwood, Shane BITTERLING Culver City, Calif., Robert ROUDEBUSH and Holly ROUDEBUSH, both of Kokomo; four great-grandchildren, Sable and Gavin ROUDEBUSH, both of Fort Wayne, and Kaleb and Madelyn BITTERLING, both of Greenwood; one sister, Phyllis SLAGLE and husband Richard, South Bend; one brother, Glen WARNER and wife Charlotte, Argos; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one son, David Kent ROUDEBUSH, three sisters, Alma BISHOP, Beatrice OSBORN and Norma PORCHER, four brothers, Howard, Roy, Jack and Carl WARNER, and companion, William CALLAHAN.

Services are at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Frain Mortuary, 305 E. Main St., Winamac. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and after 8 a.m. Wednesday until time of service at the funeral home.

Lucille C. Maloney Urtz

Aug. 1, 1914 – Aug. 14, 2003

Lucille C. MALONEY URTZ, 89, Arcadia, Fla., formerly of Kokomo, died at 9:40 a.m. Thursday at Desoto Manor, Arcadia.

Born in Greentown to Ben and Nora MILLS SWISHER, she married Robert MALONEY. He preceded in death in 1955. She married Howard URTZ. He died in 1987.

Mrs. Urtz was owner and operator of Maloney’s Beach & Restaurant, Nyona Lake, for 20 years. She also worked at Mutual of Omaha Insurance, where she received numerous awards. She was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Arcadia, and a former member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Kokomo. She loved to cook and was an avid bingo player.

Survivors include one son, Mike MALONEY and wife Pam, Kokomo; one daughter, Doretha GLASS and husband Robert, Arcadia; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husbands were one son, Dennis MALONEY, in 1998, two daughters, Margarite MALONEY, in 1939, and Judy MALONEY, in 2002, and four brothers, Hollis, Kenneth, Eldon and Forest SWISHER.

Scripture service is at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Ellers Mortuary, Webster Street Chapel, Kokomo, with Father Dennis O’KEEFFE officiating. Burial will be at Sunset Memory Gardens, Kokomo. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the mortuary. A rosary service will be at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the mortuary.

Tuesday, August 19, 2003

[no obits]

Wednesday, August 20, 2003

Austin Hager

Austin HAGER, 2, Lincoln Highway, Plymouth, died at 5 p.m. Tuesday from injuries sustained in an accident.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Bonnie G. Hiatt

Oct. 11, 1920 – Aug. 19, 2003

Bonnie G. HIATT, 82, 225 S. Riverside Drive, Winamac, died at 1:05 p.m. Tuesday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Survivors include her husband, Neal HIATT, at home; one daughter, Brenda SHANK, Rochester; one son, Herb HIATT, Plymouth; three sisters, Mildred ROTH, Winamac, Margaret BECHDOL, Twelve Mile, and Alice MONTGOMERY, Logansport; and three brothers, Argel “Spud” BONNELL, Sun City West, Ariz., and Howard “Buck” and Wayne BONNELL, both of Star City.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, Winamac. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Friday at Frain Mortuary, 305 E. Main St., Winamac, and after 10 a.m. until time of service Saturday at the church.

Bennie D. Noftsger

Nov. 10, 1933 – Aug. 20, 2003

Bennie D. NOFTSGER, 70, 194 Pontiac St., died at 2:30 a.m. today at his residence following a six-month illness.

Born in Rochester to Frank and Anna Burnett STRONG NOFTSGER, he married Dorothy A. DIAS Jan. 15, 1960, in Oakland, Calif. She survives.

Mr. Noftsger retired from Torx Products, Rochester, after 20 years in the shipping and receiving department. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Eagles Lodge and American Legion, all of Rochester, and the 40 & 8 Club of Logansport. He served in the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed fishing and hunting.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are seven daughters, Nancy LYKE and husband LeRoy, Lapaz, Sara OLIVER and husband John, Teresa MAYNARD and husband Elba “EW,” Theann NOFTSGER, Bonnie HICKS and husband Daniel, Roxie NOFTSGER and Helen WEESE and husband Jerry, all of Rochester; one son, Peter NOFTSGER, Rochester; 29 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one brother, Claire Andrew NOFTSGER, Bunker Hill; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents, one son, Benjamin NOFTSGER, in 1967, one grandson, Dean WEESE, one sister, Crystal NOFTSGER, and one brother, Jack NOFTSGER.

Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Jerry PITMAN of Antioch Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Military graveside rites will be conducted by the VFW and American Legion. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Clifford C. Reichard

June 12, 1924 – Aug. 13, 2003

Graveside services for Clifford C. REICHARD, 79, who died Aug. 13 at his residence at 8175 W. 400 North will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Moon Cemetery, near Leiters Ford.

Thursday, August 21, 2003

None.

Friday, August 22, 2003

Austin M. Hager

Oct. 23, 2000 – Aug. 19, 2003

Austin Michael HAGER, 2 years and 9 months, 17149 W. Lincoln Highway, Plymouth, died at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday in an automobile accident at 17133 West Lincoln Highway.

Survivors include his parents, Craig and Katrina CROW HAGER, at home; three brothers, Alex W. and Johnothan A. CROW and Weston L. HAGER, all at home; maternal grandmother, Juanita CROW, Plymouth; maternal grandfather, Larry CROW, Argos; and paternal grandparents, Charles “Chuck” and Bonnie HAGER, Columbia City.

Services were at 2 p.m. today at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Paula L. Anderson

April 19, 1954 – June 25, 2003

A memorial service for Paula L. ANDERSON, 49, Rochester, who died June 25, will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Terrence ‘Terry’ E. Kinley

Feb. 25, 1943 – Aug. 20, 2003

Terrence Emerson “Terry” KINLEY, 60, died at 8 a.m. Wednesday at his Huntington residence.

Born in Peru to Doyle E. and Maxine WALTERS KINLEY, he married Patricia Ann BAILEY May 7, 1995, in Huntington. She survives.

Mr. Kinley was a retired truck driver. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are his father and stepmother, Doyle E. and Betty KINLEY, Denver; one son, Brian K. [KINLEY] and wife Teresa, Huntington; two daughters, Brenda K. WILSON and husband Joe and Christina GREEN, all of Huntington; two stepchildren, Michael STETZEL and Cecilia WALKER and husband Steve, all of Huntington; four grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; one sister, Pamela BROWN and husband Ralph, Deedsville; one stepsister, Sharon HAYDEN, Corona, Calif.; three stepbrothers, Kenny MYERS, Warsaw, Curt MYERS, Greenwood, and Fred MYERS, Bedford, Penn.

Preceding in death were his mother and one daughter, Marilyn KINLEY.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Bill BABB officiating. Burial will be at Westlawn Cemetery, Denver. Military graveside rites will be conducted. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Elmer H. Peters

March 28, 1916 – August 20, 2003

Elmer Henry PETERS, 87, a lifetime Marshall County resident, living in Pendleton for the past two years, died at Rawlins House Care Facility following a short illness, at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Born in Michigan City to Louie August and Anna Mary BARFKNECHT PETERS, he graduated from West High School with the class of 1934 and attended Purdue University on a 4-H scholarship.

On Sept. 2, 1939, in Bremen, Elmer took as his bride, Evelyn L. MARKS, who he had met through a Junior 4-H Leaders program. They would have celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary in less than two weeks.

Elmer was hatchery manager with the Farm Bureau Co-op of Marshall County, retiring in 1972. He then continued to offer his services as a field representative for several Northern Indiana Co-ops, for a total of 33 years. He then became involved with Thompson Realty in sales. Later, from 1979 to 1983, he and his wife Evelyn were site managers for Garden Court East Apartments.

Elmer loved to fish and enjoyed woodworking and gardening. In his younger years, he and Evelyn were bicyclists and enjoyed working at many crafts. He and his wife visited all 50 states and traveled in Europe.

A member for over 50 years of the First United Methodist Church, Plymouth, Elmer was involved in the Sunday School program and served as a church trustee and board member.

A charter member of the Lions Club, he was a member of Farm Bureau and volunteered at the Historical Museum and Meals on Wheels. A member of the Marshall County Genealogical Society, he had traced five lines of family members.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Jane A. and John H. SILVEY, Middletown, and Cheryl A. and Barton N. BALL, Rochester; one son, Gary D. PETERS, Grand Rapids, Mich; five grandchildren, Scott SILVEY, Anderson, Brent and Nicole SILVEY, Noblesville, Jarrod BALL, Muncie, Brad BALL, Blacksburg, Va., and Elyssa PETERS, Grand Rapids, Mich.; one sister, Grace M. WOODFILL, Plymouth; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents, an infant son, Terry L. PETERS, one brother, Wilmer PETERS, and one sister, Viola Price.

Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, with Rev. Dr. Dean FAGER, pastor of First United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be at Oakhill Cemetery. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Sunday, at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, Plymouth, or Marshall County Historical Museum.

Saturday, August 23, 2003

Margaret M. Boldry

Margaret M. BOLDRY, 92, Kewanna, passed away Friday at 10:-2 a.m. at her residence.

Arrangements are pending at Kroeger Funeral Home, Logansport.

Monday, August 25, 2003

Paula L. Snyder Anderson

April 19, 1954 – June 25, 2003

Paula Louise SNYDER ANDERSON, 49, Rochester, died at 2 p.m. June 25 at Woodlawn Hospital following a brief illness.

Born in Moline, Ill., to Cecil and Ruth NELSON SNYDER, she married Ken ANDERSON June 26, 1982, in Moline. He survives.

Mrs. Anderson came to Rochester in 2001 from Moline. She was a respiratory care practitioner at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Moline, and the National Respiratory Care Association. She enjoyed reading and flower gardening. She possessed a great sense of pride and was compassionate about caring for her rehab patients.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are her loving parents, Moline, Ill., and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Bringing her great joy were canine companions Cherokee Moon and Lucky.

A memorial service is at 6:30 p.m. today at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Burial was at Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline, Ill., June 30.

Margaret M. Boldry

April 25, 1911 – Aug. 22, 2003

Margaret M. BOLDRY, 92, died at 10:02 a.m. Friday at her Fulton County residence.

Born in Fulton County to William and Emma O’CONNELL COSTELLO, she married Ralph C. BOLDRY Sept. 2, 1939, in Logansport. He died April 27, 1990.

Mrs. Boldry was employed by H.W. Gossard Company for 40 years. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Norma Jean MILLER, Evansville; three grandchildren, Angela MOBLEY and Kenneth and Scott MILLER, all of Evansville; four great-grandchildren, Jessica and Matthew MOBLEY, Nicole MILLER and Jacob PLOUGH.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, one brother, John COSTELLO, and one son-in-law, Jon MILLER.

Funeral mass was at 11 a.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, with Father Joseph JACOB officiating. Burial was at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Logansport.

Irene E. Kepler

Dec. 19, 1904 – Aug. 20, 2003

Irene E. KEPLER, 98, died at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday at her residence at Calusa Harbor Health Care Center, Fort Myers, Fla.

Survivors include one brother, Theodore M. MELOY, St. James, Fla.

Graveside service is at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. There is no visitation.

Tuesday, August 26, 2003

Floyd “Dave” Powell

March 17, 1933 – Aug. 23, 2003

Floyd “Dave” POWELL, 70, died at his Hernando, Fla., home under the loving care of his family.

A native of Mexico, he was born to the late Charles and Goldie POWELL. He moved to Florida in 1972 from the Rochester area. A retired finish carpenter, he was a member of Riverside Christian Fellowship and served in the U.S. Army.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Dorla CUMBERLAND POWELL, Hernando, Fla.; two daughters, Debra KEIPPER and husband Gregg, Leo, and Diana LOGUE and husband Matt, Hernando, Fla.; one brother, Robert [POWELL], Peru; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were three brothers, Elbert, Charles and Gene [POWELL], and one sister, Mary BECKER.

A memorial service will be conducted at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at Chase E. Davis Funeral Home, Inverness, Fla., with Ed MESSER and John VONDERHAAR officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Florida National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Hope Hospice, 3350 W. Audubon Park Pass, Lecanto, FL 34461.

Wednesday, August 27, 2003

Brady Guy Heishman

Infant Brady Guy HEISHMAN, 2409 W. 400 North, was stillborn at 7:10 p.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

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

Robert S. See

Aug. 16, 1928 – Aug. 22, 2003

Robert S. SEE, 75, died at 3:10 p.m. Aug. 22 in Kirkland, Wash.

Survivors inlcude his wife, Julia BECKER SEE, Mill Creek, Wash.; one sister, Marion CARDONA, Rochester; three daughters, Anita O’ROURKE, Rockport, Texas, Lesli ZIELKE, Kirkland, Wash., and Barbara WAGONER, Longview, Wash.

Memorial services will be conducted Friday at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Bellevue, Wash.

Richard ‘Dick’ Stewart

March 11, 1937 – Aug. 26, 2003

Richard “Dick” STEWART, 66, 12089 Sunrise Circle, Fishers, died at 10 p.m. Tuesday at his residence. He was in failing health two and one-half years.

Born in Drayton Plains, Mich., to Russell and Thelma STOUGHTON STEWART, he married Judy SANDSTROM Feb. 2, 1960, in Plymouth. She survives.

Mr. Stewart lived in the Indianapolis area since 1988. He was a retired truck driver. A 1955 Rochester High School graduate, he loved sports while at RHS and was a member of its successful 1954-1955 football team. He was well known for his avid support of Notre Dame University’s football program.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Dawn LINDSTROM and husband John, Indianapolis, Jill WALLEY and husband Chris, Rochester; one son, Rick [STEWART] and wife Marti, Greenwood; nine grandchildren, Erik, Nicole, Kyle and Kimberly LINDSTROM, all of Indianapolis, Tyler and Carter WALLEY, both of Rochester, and Shiloh, Eli and Corinna STEWART, Greenwood; two sisters, Virginia “Ginny” MORTENSEN and Mary “Tiny” SAVAGE, both of Sheridan; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, John STEWART.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Richland Center United Methodist Church, northwest of Rochester, with Rev. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center Cemetery. Visitation is noon until time of service at the church. Memorials may be made to the Nuerological Foundation. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Thursday, August 28, 2003

Brady G. Heishman

Aug. 26, 2003

Brady Guy HEISHMAN, 2409 N. 400 West, was stillborn at 7:10 p.m. Aug. 26 at Woodlawn Hospital.

Survivors include his parents, Trevor and Tia MILLER HEISHMAN, at home; one sister, Avryonna M. HEISHMAN, at home; maternal gradparents, Teri SARNA and husband Chris, Plymouth, and Tona MILLER, Rochester; paternal grandparents, Kenny and Deb HEISHMAN, Rochester; maternal great-grandmothers, Wilma JUDD, Plymouth, and Evelyn MILLER, Rochester; paternal great-grandmother, Barbara BRYANT, Rochester; paternal great-great-grandfather, William EADS, Rochester.

Graveside services will be at 4:30 p.m. Friday at Rochester IOOF Cemetery with Rev. Kelly DITTMAN officiating. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Richard ‘Dick’ Stewart

March 11, 1937 – Aug. 26, 2003

Richard “Dick” STEWART, 66, 12089 Sunrise Circle, Fishers, died at 10 p.m. Tuesday at his residence. He was in failing health two and one-half years.

Born in Drayton Plains, Mich., to Russell and Thelma STOUGHTON STEWART, he married Judy SANDSTROM Feb. 2, 1960, in Plymouth. She survives.

Mr. Stewart lived in the Indianapolis area since 1988. He was a retired truck driver. A 1955 Rochester High School graduate, he served in the U.S. Air Force. He loved sports while at RHS and was a member of its successful 1954-1955 football team. He was well known for his avid support of Notre Dame University’s football program.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Dawn LINDSTROM and husband John, Indianapolis, Jill WALLEY and husband Chris, Rochester; one son, Rick [STEWART] and wife Marti, Greenwood; nine grandchildren, Erik, Nicole, Kyle and Kimberly LINDSTROM, all of Indianapolis, Tyler and Carter WALLEY, both of Rochester, and Shiloh, Eli and Corinna STEWART, Greenwood; two sisters, Virginia “Ginny” MORTENSEN and Mary “Tiny” SAVAGE, both of Sheridan; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, John STEWART.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Richland Center United Methodist Church, northwest of Rochester, with Rev. David HOGSETT officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center Cemetery. Visitation is noon until time of service at the church. Memorials may be made to the American Stroke Association. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Friday, August 29, 2003

Margaret B. Feller

Oct. 12, 1906 – Aug. 28, 2003

Margaret B. FELLER, 96, Fulton, formerly of Galveston, died at 4 a.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Miami County to Edmond G. and Lulu M. WINNINGER SHARP, she married Harold G. FELLER Oct. 24, 1931, in Miami County. He died in 1985.

Mrs. Feller, a homemaker, graduated from Clay Township High School in Miami County in 1924. She was a member of Fulton Wesleyan Church. She enjoyed working puzzles, gardening and fishing.

Survivors include one niece, Connie FOX and husband Dan, Macy; two great-nieces, Lesa BALDWIN and husband Bruce, Cutler, and Lori WILLIAMS and husband Stanley, Macy; and several other nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents and four brothers, Dennis, Charles, Cecil and Raymond SHARP.

Graveside services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Galveston Cemetery. No visitation is planned. Murray Funeral Home, Galveston, is in charge of arrangements.

Saturday, August 30, 2003

William F. ‘Bill’ Hudson Jr.

March 4, 1920 – Aug. 29, 2003

William F. ‘Bill’ HUDSON Jr., 83, 6418 S. 1000 West Mentone, died Friday at his residence.

Born in Warsaw to William F. HUDSON and Alta A. KERCHER, he married Mary Frances HUFF on Feb. 16, 1946 in Churubusco. She preceeded in death on April 9, 2002.

Mr. Hudson lived almost all of his life in this area. A graduate of Beaver Dam High School, he was an army veteran of World War II, a life member of the American Legion Post 49 and Veterans of Foreign Wars, Warsaw. He was affiliated with Mentone United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Moose Lodge #1423, Warsaw. He retired from Zimmer U.S.A. of Warsaw.

Survivors include two daughters, Jennie Lu MOCK, Mentone, and Jody and husband Dennis WILSON, Claypool; one brother, Jerry Sr. and wife Lea HUDSON, Mentone; two grandchildren, Rickell KLINE, Claypool, and Bill MOCK, Goshen; and two great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death is one granddaughter, Chelly WISE.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Doris SMITH officiating. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Mentone Cemetery, Mentone, with military rites conducted by the American Legion and V.F.W. Memorials may be made to the Warsaw Moose Lodge #1423.

Albert M. Price

Albert M. PRICE, 81, of Estero, Fla., passed away Friday. Mr. Price had been a resident of Estero for the past 13 years coming from Rochester. He spent his childhood in northeast Indiana and south Chicago areas.

He was a proud Eagle Scout and an active member of the Christian Church. He graduated from Indiana University in 1942 with his B.S. degree in business. He met his wife, Mary, in 1941 at college and they were married in New York City in 1943. That same year, he entered the U.S. Navy and served in Guam and was honorably discharged due to an injury in 1945. Mr. Price was employed at the Akron Exchange State Bank in Akron for 26 years.

In 1967, he moved to Rochester to serve as president of the bank there that was eventually bought out by Wells Fargo. He retired in 1980, but served as a consultant until 1990 when he and Mary moved to Ft. Myers.

He was very active in community affairs both in Akron and Rochester, including the Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce and also served on the Board of Directors for the Rochester Telephone Co. for 31 years from which he retired in 2002. He served on two bank boards for many years, even after leaving employment. He was on the finance committees in all the churches he attended over his lifetime and also sang in the choirs of the churches in Akron and Rochester. Al enjoyed playing golf with his friends. He was a great supporter of the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears and IU basketball.

He is survived by his loving wife, Mary PRICE; daughter, Pat and her husband, Capt. Dale MITCHELL, USN of Chocowinity, N.C.; two grandchildren, Leslie MITCHELL, Charlotte, N.C., and Scott and his wife Jenny FRYE MITCHELL, Ashburn, Virg.; and his twin sister, Alberta, Colorado.

Preceding in death are two brothers and two sisters.

A memorial service for Mr. Price will be held Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Estero United Methodist Church with Rev. Bill FISACKERLY officiating. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Estero United Methodist Church, 8188 Lords Road, Estero, Fla., 33928 or to Hope Hospice, 9470 Healthpark County Road North, Ft. Myers, Fla 33908 in his memory.

Monday, September 1, 2003

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Tuesday, September 2, 2003

Fred Baumgart Sr.

Fred BAUMGART Sr., 71, 14534 Hickory Road, Argos, died at 11 p.m. Monday.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

M. Myrtie Hand

Jan. 12, 1926 – Aug. 30, 2003

M. Myrtie HAND, 77, 300 E. Fourth St., Apt. 2A, died at 8:40 a.m. Saturday at Life Care Center, Rochester, following a short illness.

Born near Sturgis, Mich., to Ivan and Katherine GARLAND BARKMAN, she married Clarence L. “Bud” HAND Nov. 2, 1968, in Louisville, Ky. He died Oct. 15, 1984.

Mrs. Hand came to Rochester from Indianapolis and Beech Grove in 1974. She worked as a secretary and in sales at the former Bounsall Shoe Store, Rochester. She was a graduate of Lima High School, Howe, International Beauty College, Central and Consolidated Business College, Tech Public Speaking and Sales and Personality Clinic, all of Indianapolis, and Indiana College of Auctioneering. She was a past member of Indiana Professional Women and Indiana Insurance Women of Indianapolis. She was a certified youth bowling instructor and a member of the Swingin Dudes Square and Round Dance Club, Rochester, and First Christian Church. She was a lifetime member of Indiana Dancers Association and Fulton County Historical Society.

Survivors include one sister, Ella WALLACE, Rochester; five nieces, Barb UPP and Kathy ADAMS, both of Rochester, Karen Sue COMBS, Auburn, Kan., Alta KANE and Glenna MICHIELSEN, both of Burr Oak, Mich.; four nephews, Clifton WALLACE, Washington, Charles WALLACE, Kirklin, Ivan BARKMAN, Burr Oak, Mich., and John STOLLEY, Topeka, Kan. Several great-nieces and great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law and a host of friends also survive.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two sisters, one brother, one nephew and one great-nephew.

Services are at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Friends of the Fulton County Public Library.

Etta L. Masterson

Etta L. MASTERSON, 90, died at 10:30 p.m. Monday at her residence at Mason Health Care, Warsaw.

Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Denver D. Muse

Aug. 4, 1929 – Aug. 31, 2003

Denver D. MUSE, 74, 401 North St., Boswell, died at 11:05 a.m. Sunday at St. Elizabeth Medical Center.

Born in Nancy, Ky., to Walter and Nannie HALCOMB MUSE, he married Essie DAULTON June 1, 1949, in Somerset, Ky. She survives.

Mr. Muse was a semi-truck driver at Pat Trucking Co., Lafayette, and worked for RBT Trucking, Hoopeston, Ill. He attended schools in Kentucky. He was a member of Teamsters Union 364 for 15 years and the Baptist Church in Kentucky.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are four sons, Roger [MUSE] and wife Pat, Rochester, Robert [MUSE] and wife Kallie, Frankfort, Ralph [MUSE] and wife Gwen, Rochester, and Richard [MUSE] and wife Lisa, Burnettsville; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three brothers, Amos MUSE, Hamilton, Ohio, Evnis and Willard MUSE, both of Somerset, Ky.; and four sisters, Montie DAWS, Novia Oaks, Leahfern HACKER and Juanita FLOYD, all of Somerset, Ky. Preceding in death were his parents, one brother and two sisters.

Services were at 11 a.m. today at Yuill-Shoemaker Funeral Home, Boswell, with Rev. Lawrence RAINWATER officiating. Burial was at Boswell Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Wednesday, September 3, 2003

Frederick W. Baumgart Sr.

Aug. 21, 1932 – Sept. 1, 2003

Frederick W. BAUMGART Sr., 71, 14534 Hickory Road, Argos, died at 11 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

Survivors include his wife, Joanna E. BAUMGART, at home; two sons, Frederick W. BAUMGART Jr., Hollywood, Fla., and Walter S. BAUMGART Sr., Talma; one daughter, Sharon L. SPOHN, Argos; and one sister, Lois JERREL, Argos.

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Richard A. Brewer

Richard A. BREWER, 70, 3109 Country Club Drive, died at 3:05 a.m. today at Woodlawn Hospital.

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

M. Myrtie Hand

Jan. 12, 1926 – Aug. 30, 2003

M. Myrtie HAND, 77, 300 E. Fourth St., Apt. 2 A, died at 8:40 a.m. Saturday at Life Care Center, Rochester, following a short illness.

Born near Sturgis, Mich., to Ivan and Katherine GARLAND BARKMAN, she married Clarence L. “Bud” HAND Nov. 2, 1968, in Louisville, Ky. He died Oct. 15, 1984.

Mrs. Hand came to Rochester from Indianapolis and Beech Grove in 1974. She worked as a secretary and in sales at the former Bounsall Shoe Store, Rochester. She was a graduate of Lima High School, Howe, International Beauty College, Central and Consolidated Business College, Tech Public Speaking and Sales and Personality Clinic, all of Indianapolis, and Indiana College of Auctioneering. She was a past member of Indiana Professional Women and Indiana Insurance Women of Indianapolis. She was a certified youth bowling instructor and a member of the Swingin Dudes Round and Square Dance Club, Rochester, and First Christian Church. She was a lifetime member of Indiana Dancers Association and Fulton County Historical Society.

Survivors include one sister, Ella WALLACE, Rochester; five nieces, Barb UPP and Kathy ADAMS, both of Rochester, Karen Sue COMBS, Auburn, Kan., Alta KANE and Glenna MICHIELSEN, both of Burr Oak, Mich.; four nephews, Clifton WALLACE, San Diego, Calif., Charles WALLACE, Frankfort, Ivan BARKMAN, Bronson, Mich., and John STOLLEY, Topeka, Kan. Several great-nieces and great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law and a host of friends also survive.

Preceding in death with her husband were her parents, two sisters, one brother, one nephew and one great-nephew.

Services are at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Friends of the Fulton County Public Library.

Etta L. Masterson

Jan. 31, 1913 – Sept. 1, 2003

Etta Luella MASTERSON, 90, died at 10:30 p.m. Monday at Mason Health Care Center, Warsaw.

Survivors include six daughters, Jennie MICHAEL, Leesburg, Nancy GILBERT and Gertrude MILLISER, both of Leiters Ford, and Mary SHAFER, Leona WILLIAMS and Lena CUNNINGHAM, all of Fort Worth, Texas; four sons, Charles [MASTERSON], Fort Worth, Texas, Robert [MASTERSON], Leiters Ford, Paul [MASTERSON], Bourbon, and Delbert [MASTERSON], Rochester.

Services are at 3 p.m. Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Visitation is one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Lois C. Tharp

Feb. 20, 1956 – Sept. 1, 2003

Lois C. THARP, 47, died at 1:25 a.m. Monday at her Peru residence.

Born in Springfield, Ohio, to Stanley and Helen SCHILLIGER CRAMER, she married David THARP June 15, 1974. He survives.

Mrs. Tharp, a homemaker, was a devoted grandmother.

Surviving with her husband, at home, are her parents, Stanley and Helen CRAMER, Rochester; two daughters, Amy PEARSON and husband Eric, Peru, and Elizabeth RESLER and husband Chad, Chili; one son, David [THARP], Peru; three grandchildren, Abigail, Luke and Eleanor; two brothers, Daniel MOORE and wife Kathy, Lafayette, and Stanley CRAMER and wife Bonnie, Massachusetts; and four sisters, Theresa HOFF and husband Jon, Ocala, Fla., Jennifer STUDDARD and husband Paul, Mountville, Penn., Linda SNOWBERGER and husband Carl, Lafayette, and Emma SALKILL, Stateville, N.C.

Preceding in death was one son, Jason [THARP].

Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru, with Rev. William SHEWMAN officiating. Burial will be at Paw Paw Cemetery in northern Miami County. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Thursday, September 4, 2003

Richard A. Brewer

July 21, 1933 – Sept. 3, 2003

Richard A. BREWER, 70, 3109 Country Club Drive, died at 3:05 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital. He had been in failing health since October, 2002.

Born in Logansport to Merval and Mammie CREEK BREWER, he married T. Marcelline “Marcie” SIEVERS Sept. 28, 1952, in Logansport. She survives.

Mr. Brewer came to Rochester from Logansport in 1961. He served in the U.S. Air Force and the Air Force Reserves during the Korean War. He later worked as an agent for Western & Southern Life Insurance Co., out of its Kokomo office, in the Rochester and Logansport areas. Following retirement, he was a Rural Route 2, Rochester, mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. He was a member of Rochester Masonic Lodge 79, Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars and Fraternal Order of Elks 2120, all of Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Terri R. DEEB and husband Dr. Dennis DEEB, Crown Point, Cheri L. KNOTTNERUS, West Palm Beach, Fla.; four grandsons, Daniel and Clayton DEEB, Indianapolis, and Kyle and Jarrett KNOTTNERUS, West Palm Beach, Fla.;

and one sister, Phyllis STUART and husband Gary, Lake Cicott.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, James R. BREWER, in 2001.

A memorial service is at 1 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. A private family committal will follow the service. A gathering of family and friends will be 11 a.m. until services Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County, Fulton County United Ministries Outreach Program or the Salvation Army.

Mary Ellen Lyons

Mary Ellen LYONS, 79, died at 2:30 a.m. today at her 215 E. Fourth St. residence.

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

Friday, September 5, 2003

Richard A. Brewer

July 21, 1933 – Sept. 3, 2003

Richard A. BREWER, 70, 3109 Country Club Drive, died at 3:05 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital. He had been in failing health since October 2002.

Born in Logansport to Merval and Mammie CREEK BREWER, he married T. Marcelline “Marcie” SIEVERS Sept. 28, 1952, in Logansport. She survives.

Mr. Brewer came to Rochester from Logansport in 1961. He served in the U.S. Air Force and the Air Force Reserves during the Korean War. He later worked as an agent for Western & Southern Life Insurance Co., out of its Kokomo office, in the Rochester and Logansport areas. Following retirement, he was a Rural Route 2, Rochester, mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. He was a member of Rochester Masonic Lodge 79, Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars and Fraternal Order of Elks 2120, all of Rochester.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are two daughters, Terri R. DEEB and husband Dr. Dennis DEEB, Crown Point, Cheri L. KNOTTNERUS and husband Carl, West Palm Beach, Fla.; four grandsons, Daniel and Clayton DEEB, Indianapolis, and Kyle and Jarrett KNOTTNERUS, West Palm Beach, Fla.; and one sister, Phyllis STUART and husband Gary, Lake Cicott.

Preceding in death were his parents and one brother, James R. BREWER, in 2001.

A memorial service is at 1 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. A private family committal will follow the service. A gathering of family and friends will be 11 a.m. until services Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County, Fulton County United Ministries Outreach Program or the Salvation Army.

William J. ‘Bill’ Burns Jr.

Sept. 14, 1942 – Sept. 3, 2003

William J. “Bill” BURNS Jr., 60, 500 Indiana 13 East, North Manchester, died at 1 p.m. Wednesday at his residence.

He was born in Peru to William J. and Helen T. SCHUMACHER BURNS.

Mr. Burns was a retired meat cutter, working in the Peru and Walton area for 35 years. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Peru.

Survivors include one nephew, Scott COOPER, Lagro; one brother, Terry and wife Janice [BURNS], North Manchester; and one sister, Carol Sue COOPER, Lagro.

Services are at 1 p.m. Monday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru, with

Rev. Robert KOCH officiating. Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m. until time of service. Memorials may be made to Wabash County Hope Hospice through the funeral home.

Mary Ellen Lyons

Aug. 29, 1924 – Sept. 4, 2003

Mary Ellen LYONS, 79, 215 E. Fourth St., formerly of 913 Jefferson St., died at 2:30 a.m. Thursday at her residence.

Born in Mentone to Harmon E. and Lydia V. CURWIN PAXTON, she married James W. LYONS July 4, 1943, in Etna Green. He died Feb. 2, 1982.

Mrs. Lyons lived most of her life in the Rochester area. She worked at Torin Corp. and Torx Products, both of Rochester, and Switches Corp., Leiters Ford. She was a member of Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 852, Rochester. She loved to read books and reminisce with family and friends.

Survivors include two daughters, Nancy VanLUE and husband Bob and Vera UTTER and companion Devon UTTER, all of Rochester; one son, Michael J. and wife Lois [LYONS], Rochester; 15 grandchildren; and 37 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were one granddaughter, Mary Ann LYONS, one great-grandson, Michael, one great-granddaughter, Brooklyn, and two brothers, Bill and Howard PAXTON.

Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Revs. Jerry PITMAN and Robert GEORGE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Saturday, September 6, 2003

Orlie M. “Bud” Correll

Orlie M. CORRELL, 83, 145 Madison Ave., Peru, died at 1:35 p.m. Thursday at Dukes Continuing Care, Peru.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Flowers Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, with Pastors Ron SHANER, Dan HELM and Steve FLECK officiating. Friends may call 2-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru.

Neva Krugman

Neva KRUGMAN, 90, died Tuesday at Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater, Fla., after a brief illness.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter KRUGMAN, who went to be with the Lord in September, 1988. Walter and Neva owned and operated a farm near Watervliet, Mich., for 42 years. Following their years on the farm and during their retirement, they spent the next 18 years serving the Lord, first at Camp Barakel in northern Michigan in then in Grand Rapids, where they were dorm parents and hospitality house hosts for the Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music.

Neva was a past member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and, since arriving in Florida, a member of Starkey Road Baptist Church. For 15 years, Neva was a volunteer worker at Morton Plant Hospital.

She is surivived by one daughter, Mrs. Allen (Shirley) FIETZ, Largo, Fla., and two sons, Noble KRUGMAN and his wife Thea, Rochester, and Milton KRUGMAN and wife Susan, Hudsonville, Mich., eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted at Moss Feaster Funeral Home, Largo, Thursday, Sept. 4

at 11 a.m. with burial at Chapel Hill Memorial Park, Largo. Sons Milton and Noble will lead the memorial service.

Mary Ellen Lyons

Aug. 29, 1924 – Sept. 4, 2003

Mary Ellen LYONS, 79, 215 E. Fourth St., formerly of 913 Jefferson St., died at 2:30 a.m. Thursday at her residence.

Born in Mentone to Harmon E. and Lydia V. CURWIN PAXTON, she married James W. LYONS July 4, 1943, in Etna Green. He died Feb. 2, 1982.

Mrs. Lyons lived most of her life in the Rochester area. She worked at Torin Corp. and Torx Products, both of Rochester, and Switches Corp., Leiters Ford. She was a member of Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 852, Rochester. She loved to read books and reminisce with family and friends.

Survivors include two daughters, Nancy VanLue and husband Bob and Vera Utter and companion Devon Utter, all of Rochester; one son, Michael J. and wife Lois, Rochester; 15 grandchildren; and 37 great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death with her husband were one granddaughter, Marrianne LYONS, one great-grandson, Michael, one great-granddaughter, Brooklyn, and two brothers, Bill and Howard PAXTON.

Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Revs. Jerry PITMAN and Robert GEORGE officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

Helen M. Watson

Sept. 3, 1912 – Sept. 3, 2003

Helen M. WATSON, 91, 9251 U.S. 24, Cecil, Ohio, died Sept. 3 at Dallas Lamb Foundation Home, Payne, Ohio.

She is survived by a daughter, Donna PARRISH, Cecil; a son, James WATSON, Fort Wayne; and a sister, Bertha STANTON, Logansport.

Funeral and burial were at Glenwood Cemetery, Roanoke.

Glen R. Calloway

July 12, 1912 - Sept. 5, 2003

Glen R. CALLOWAY, 91, died at 9:17 a.m. Friday at Dukes Memorial Hospital.

Born near Macy to Willard G. and Lucretia G. BRIGGS CALLOWAY, he moved with his parents to the round barn home place in 1930. He married Namona P. BURNS CALLOWAY Feb. 23, 1935 at the Mary Christian Church. The Rev. Ernest LAUGHLIN officiated. The couple moved to their farm in 1939 and celebrated their 66th anniversary before Namona’s death Dec. 31, 2001.

Survivors include four daughters, Patsy and husband Joe FINCHER, Macy; Joyce and husband Charles CANNON, Avon, Ill.; Lela and husband Richard BARNHISEL, Lexington, Ky.; Carol CALLOWAY, Rochester; and one son, Jerry and wife Phyllis CALLOWAY of Macy.

Also, 16 grandchildren: Joseph Edgar FINCHER III, Rochester, David FINCHER, Rochester, Paul FINCHER, Idaho, Shelli FISHER, Macy, John Glen CANNON, Blacksburg, Va., Jerry CANNON, Austin, Minn.; Karen JOHNSON, Canton, Ill.; Cathy BARNHISEL, Pinellas Park, Fla., Mike BARNHISEL, Lexington, Ky., Barbara BUSKEY, Louisville, Ky., Jennifer STILWELL, Lexington, Ky., Tim CALLOWAY, Tipton, Elaine DRAGSTREM, Amboy, and Amy ECKROTE, Rachel BURNS and Renell CALLOWAY all of Macy.

Also, 20 great-grandchildren: Lynette KELLY, Michael FINCHER, Jason FINCHER, Sara FINCHER, Forest FINCHER, Stephanie FINCHER, Jessi FISHER, Billi FISHER, Cole CANNON, Eric JOHNSON, Rebecca JOHNSON, Andrew BARNHISEL, Karen BUSKEY, Brooke STILWELL, Camden CALLOWAY, Megan DRAGSTREM, Allison DRAGSTREM, Emma ECKROTE, Lane ECKROTE, and Lucretia ECKROTE; and two great-great-grandchildren; Alexis and Payton.

Also, two sisters-in-law Mary BURNS, LaPorte, and Lena KANE, Palmyra, three three nieces and three nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Namona, his parents and three brothers, Omar Bill CALLOWAY in 1968; Forest Brud CALLOWAY in 1997, and one infant brother.

Glen’s community service spanned over 60 years. He served eight years each on the Union Township Advisory Board, as Union Township Trustee, and on the Miami County Council. He was a North Miami School Board member, serving as president during the construction of the North Miami Elementary School. As a member of the Dukes Hospital Board, he helped plan and establish the Continuing Care Wing, where he had resided since October 2002.

Glen was an avid supporter of Miami County 4-H, helping start the 4-H Livestock auction and serving as its chairman for many years. He also served on both the Miami County 4-H Fair Board and the Miami County 4-H Governing Board, the latter as president. Glen was a 64-year member of the Perrysburg Baptist Church, serving in several offices.

Calling will be from 3-7 p.m. Sunday at McClain Funeral Home, DenÂver. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, U.S 31 and Indiana 16, with Dukes Hospital chaplain Steve FLECK and grandson Mike BARNHISEL officiating. Burial will be at the Plainview Cemetery, Macy.

Memorials may be made through the funeral home to the Chaplaincy Fund at Dukes Hospital.

Monday, September 8, 2003

Donna E. Cleland

Dec. 4, 1924-Sept. 7, 2003

Mrs. Donna E. CLELAND, 78, 2107 N. 400 West, Rochester, died at 3:58 p.m. Sunday in Hospice House, South Bend.

Born in the Burton area to Loyd and Ruth MATHIAS CASTLEMAN, she lived her entire life there except for the past 18 years.

Her first marriage was to Guy MURFITT, who died in 1945 of injuries sustained in World War II’s Battle of the Bulge. On Nov. 29, 1947, at Burton Church, she married Glenn E. CLELAND, who survives at home. She and her husband spent winters in Bradenton, Fla.

She was a homemaker and secretary, working in the Fulton County Auditor’s office and the local Extension office for 18 years before retiring. Mrs. Cleland, a member of the Rochester High School Class of 1942, had perfect attendance for 12 years in school. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and a 26-year 4-H leader. She enjoyed bowling and served as secretary of her Bradenton bowling league. She was a member of the 12th Armored Division Auxiliary and of the Ex-POWS Auxiliary, Bradenton. She was passionate about her family and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed antiques.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter Linda and husband Lynn MORRIS, Goshen; two sons, Larry and wife Judy MURFITT, Lafayette, and John and wife Judy CLELAND, Indianapolis; seven grandchildren T.J. MURFITT, Jaimie MURFITT CLIFTON, Krista MORRIS LEHMAN, Kurt MORRIS, Christopher, Brice and Cecilia CLELAND; three great-grandchildren; one brother Clyde Earl “Bud” CASTLEMAN, Rochester, one niece, Bonnie OVERMYER, one nephew, Loyd

“Jack” CASTLEMAN, both of Rochester. She was preceeded in death by her parents and one sister, Katherine CASTLEMAN, 7.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday, at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be in Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour before services in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society.

Viva R. Reynolds

Nov. 8, 1917-Sept. 7, 2003

Viva R. REYNOLDS, 85, died Sunday at her 207 Walleston home, Monticello,

She is survived by one daughter, Carole J. SPROWL, Monticello; one son, James M. REYNOLDS, Monticello; one brother Wilbur COWGER, Rochester; three sisters, Florence WIESE, New Haven, Jean KERSEY, Monticello, and Faye SHAW, Logansport.

Friends may call for two hours before services, which are at noon Tuesday at Fisher-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home, Monticello. Burial will be at Riverview IOOF Cemetery, Moticello.

Tuesday, September 9, 2003

Donald M. Walker

Sept. 26, 1929 – Sept. 6, 2003

Donald M. WALKER, 73, 115 N. Jefferson St., Peru, died at 1:29 a.m. Saturday at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

Born in Miami County to Harvey and Ida ACHEY WALKER, he married Doris L. SIEGFRED Sept. 1, 1950. She survives at home.

He was a retired C&O Railroad brakeman and a U.S. Air Force veteran.

Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Connie KIENINGER and husband Dan, Mexico, Candace REFFITT and husband Clifford, Rochester, and Chari HYDE, Peru; two sons, Edward and wife Vickie [WALKER], Peru, and Donald and wife Debbie [WALKER], Akron, Ohio; two brothers, Clifford [WALKER], Peru, and Melvin [WALKER], Wabash; two sisters, Kate CAMPBELL, Akron, and Gladys DEEDS, Rochester; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two grandchildren, seven brothers and three sisters.

Services are at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru, with Rev. Tim PRATER officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Wednesday, September 10, 2003

Ray O. Kimberlin

Ray O. KIMBERLIN, 76, died at Mason Health Care Center, Warsaw, at 5:05 p.m. Tuesday.

Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone

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Robert Thompson

Robert “Scub” THOMPSON, 63, 16040 Cook Lake Trail, Plymouth, and formerly of Argos, died today at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Indianapolis.

Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Donna Jo Meeks

May 1, 1927 – Aug. 11, 2003

Donna Jo MEEKS, 76, of Clearwater, Fla., died Aug. 11, 2003. She had been in failing health for many years.

Born to Harley and Bernice ZOLMAN, she was married to William MEEKS, who survives in Clearwater.

Survivors also include one son, Donn NICHOLS III, Fort Wayne; one daughter, Kimberly CARPENTER, Fort Wayne; four grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; step children; a sister, Annabelle “Anne” VanDALSEN, Port Charlotte, Fla.; two nephews, Richard VanDALSEN II, Niles; Allan VanDALSEN, Virginia Beach, Va.; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Thursday, September 11, 2003

Ray O. Kimberlin

Oct. 16, 1926 – Sept. 9, 2003

Ray O. KIMBERLIN, 76, died at 5:05 p.m. Tuesday at Mason Health Care, Warsaw.

Survivors include five daughters, Marti BRUNER and Myrt OWENS, Akron, Jessie INGLE, Rita KIMBERLIN and Diana KIMBERLIN, Warsaw; one son, Terry [KIMBERLIN], Pierceton.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Henry M. Lykowski

Nov. 10, 1921 – Sept. 7, 2003

Henry M. LYKOWSKI, 81, South Bend, died Sunday at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center.

Survivors include his wife, Phoebe [LYKOWSKI], a daughter, Barbara NERI, three sons, James, Timothy and Thomas [LYKOWSKI]; and two sisters, Helen VanAUTREVE and Elsie SMITH.

Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Funeral Home, 824 S. Mayflower Road, South Bend. There will be no visitation.

Robert C. Thompson

Jan. 12, 1940 – Sept. 10, 2003

Robert C. “Scub” THOMPSON, 63, 16040 Cook Lake Trail, Plymouth, formerly of Argos, died at 6:46 a.m. Wednesday at the Veterans Regional Medical Center, Indianapolis.

Survivors include one daughter, Angela STULTS, Plymouth; one son, Jeffrey THOMPSON, Lakewood, Colo.; two sisters, Sharon DILLIE, Argos, and Judy GOOD, Kenton, Ohio; two brothers, James [THOMPSON], Warsaw, and Terry [THOMPSON], Argos.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Graveside services will be conducted in Muncie.

Friday, September 12, 2003

Phillip J. See

Phillip Jeffrey SEE, 44, Wabash, died Thursday.

Arrangements are pending at McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

Saturday, September 13, 2003

Walter Funk

Walter FUNK, 80, 1197 S. 1275 East, Akron, died at 2:50 p.m. Friday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, following an illness.

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

Phillip J. See

Jan. 4, 1959 - Sept. 10, 2003

Phillip Jeffrey SEE, 44, 91 Harrison, Wabash, died Wednesday at his residence.

Born in Fort Wayne to Melvin L. and Carol F. DILLMAN SEE, he married Pamela CURTIS at the First Church of Christ, Peru, on Feb. 10, 1979.

Survivors include his wife, mother, father, two sisters, Yvonne G. MOSS and husband Brian, Peru, and Shawnee L. KINZIE, Deedsville; two nephews, Austin M. MOSS and Braden L MOSS; and one niece, Bethanie L. KINZIE.

Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Evangalist George FAULL officiating. Friends may call 3-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Deedsville I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Monday, September 15, 2003

Joseph S. Bailey

Joseph S. BAILEY, 62, Walkerton, formerly of Rochester, died Sept. 12 at Knox Memorial Hospital. There will be no visitation and funeral services are private.

Ralph H. Bitterling

April 11, 1920 – Sept. 13, 2003

Ralph H. BITTERLING, 83, 611 W. Ninth St., was called home by the Lord at 9:45 p.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital, where he was a patient the past eight days. He had been in failing health for eight years.

Born in Kewanna to George and Hallie GUSS BITTERLING, he married Helen L. CONN March 12, 1941, in Jackson, Mich. She survives.

He was a resident of the Kewanna community 28 years and Rochester the past 16 years. He was a 1938 graduate of Kewanna High School.

A retired farmer, he was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He served two terms on the Fulton County Council. He was a 50-year member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. His current membership in the IOOF Lodge was with Lodge No. 47. Prior to that, he belonged to the former Kewanna IOOF Lodge. He loved working with his hands and tools and his favorite hobby was woodworking, which he took great pride and pleasure in doing.

Surviving with his wife, Helen, at home, is one daughter, Lona HOOVER and husband Dave, Peru; two sons, Alan [BITTERLING] Rochester, and Jim [BITTERLING], Bowling Green, Ky.;

11 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Elnora MALMGREN, Oak Lawn, Ill., and Violet WILSON, Winamac. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Robert [BITTERLING], and one brother, Dale [BITTERLING] and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral service is at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth St., Rochester, with Rev. Conrad BARNUM officiating. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today or one hour prior to service Tuesday. Rochester IOOF Lodge No. 47 will conduct a memorial service at 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Lake Bruce Cemetery, near Kewanna. Memorials may be made to either the Rochester IOOF Lodge No. 47 or to the Trinity United Methodist Church.

Mona L. Day

Nov. 1, 1962 – Sept. 13, 2003

Mona L. DAY, 40, 529 E. 13th St., died at 2:05 a.m. Saturday at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, where she had been a patient for the last two weeks, following an eight-month illness.

Born in Peru to Eula CRAIN DENNIS SHEPHERD and Darrel DENNIS, she married David DAY Feb. 14, 1997 in Rochester. He survives, at home. She lived most of her life in the Rochester area.

She had been an employee of Tony’s Restaurant and also served as manager of The Sportsman’s Inn, Lake Manitou. She graduated from Rochester High School in 1981.

Surviving with her husband are four children, Aaron DAY and Alicia, Fred and Lindsey LONG, Rochester; her mother, Eula Shepherd, Rochester; her father and stepmother, Darrel and Karen DENNIS, Conneaut, Ohio; seven sisters, Joan SIMS and husband Eldon, Abilene, Kan., Janice RANDALL and husband Robert, Silver Lake, Joyce RANDALL and husband Wendell, Claypool, Jean RITCHIE, Kewanna, Jennette DENNIS, Rochester, Lynn ULERICK, Rochester, Jessica DENNIS, Conneaut, Ohio; three brothers, John DENNIS and wife Terri, Rochester, Justin THOMPSON and wife Kelly, and Joshua DENNIS, Conneaut.

Funeral service is 10 a.m Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth St., with Rev. Jerry PITMAN officiating. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday or one hour prior to services on Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to the American Cancer Society in Mona’s name.

Walter D. Funk

Feb. 1, 1923 – Sept. 12, 2003

Walter D. FUNK, 80, 1197 S. 1275 East, Akron, died at 2:50 p.m. Friday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, where he had been a patient for one week following a fall at his residence.

Born in Akron to John W. and Ella DILLMAN FUNK he married Ruth Ann BICKEL Sept. 9, 1950, in Oswego. He was a lifetime resident of the Akron area.

He retired in January from McKillips Seed Co., where he was a representative. He was a member of the Olive Branch Church of God, Roann. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force in Europe during World War II as a member of the 15th Army Air Force Photo Technical Unit. He received six Bronze Stars.

Surviving with his wife, at home, are three sons, Gary W. and wife Nila [FUNK], Hartsville, S.C., Don D. and wife Wanda [FUNK], Olive Branch, Miss., Robert S. and wife Tammie, [FUNK] Akron; one foster daughter, Marcille NEEDHAM and husband Ron, Glasgow, Ky., two granddaughters, five grandsons, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Frank, Omer and Ralph [FUNK].

Funeral services are 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 808 E. Rochester

St., Akron, with Rev. Lowell BURRIS and Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Burial will be in Akron Cemetery, where the LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post No. 36 and Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military gravesite rites. Visitation is 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today or one hour prior to services Tuesday at the funeral home.

Aretha M. Good

May 4, 1914 – Sept. 12, 2003

Aretha M. GOOD, 89, Miller’s Merry Manor, Columbia City, and formerly of 904 Blue River Dr., Apt. No. 20, Columbia City, died at 7:25 p.m. Friday at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City.

Survivors include one son, Dale E. GOOD, Columbia City.

Funeral service is 1 p.m. Tuesday at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Dr., Columbia City. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service Tuesday.

Tuesday, September 16, 2003

Byron K. Bunker

June 23, 1929 – Sept. 11, 2003

Byron K. BUNKER, 74, 210 Richfield Lane, Geneva, died Thursday at Bluffton Regional Medical Clinic.

Survivors include his wife Daisy [BUNKER] , at home; one son, Wayne [BUNKER], Fort Wayne; three daughters, Kim E. POWELL, Zion, Ill., Sharon K. BUTCHER, Peru; Diane L. COCHRAN, Decatur; one sister, Erna Gay Troth, Lebanon.

Servicees were Sunday at West Missionary Church, west of Berne.

Marjorie Cihak

Marjorie CIHAK, 81, 624 Academy Road, Culver, died Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Mona L. Day

Nov. 1, 1962 – Sept. 13, 2003

Mona L. DAY, 40, 529 E. 13th St., died at 2:05 a.m. Saturday at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, where she had been a patient for the last two weeks, following an eight-month illness. Born in Peru to Eula CRAIN DENNIS SHEPHERD and Darrel DENNIS, she married David DAY Feb. 14, 1997 in Rochester. He survives, at home.

She lived most of her life in the Rochester area. She had been an employee of Tony’s Restaurant and also served as manager of The Sportsman’s Inn, Lake Manitou. She graduated from Rochester High School in 1981.

Surviving with her husband are four children, Aaron DAY and Alicia, Fred and Lindsey LONG, Rochester; her mother, Eula SHEPHERD, Rochester; her father and stepmother, Darrel and Karen DENNIS, Conneaut, Ohio; seven sisters, Joan SIMS and husband Eldon, Abilene, Kan., Janice RANDALL and husband Robert, Silver Lake, Joyce RANDALL and husband Wendell, Claypool, Jean RITCHIE, Kewanna, Jennette DENNIS, Rochester, Lynn ULERICK, Rochester, Jessica DENNIS, Conneaut, Ohio; three brothers, John DENNIS and wife Terri, Rochester, Justin THOMPSON and wife Kelly, and Joshua DENNIS, Conneaut.

Funeral service is 10 a.m Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth St., with Rev. Jerry PITMAN officiating. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday or one hour prior to services on Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to the American Cancer Society in Mona’s name.

John F. Griffin

June 18, 1937 – Sept. 9, 2003

Word has been received that John F. GRIFFIN, 66, 7 Ricks Drive, Lake Worth, FL., formerly of Rochester, died Sept. 9.

Survivors include his wife, Judith D. [GRIFFIN], seven children, numerous grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.

Maurice Hammond

Maurice “Jack” HAMMOND, 90, 311 Saner Drive, Akron, died at 9:41 p.m. Monday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

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

Wednesday, September 17, 2003

Marjorie E. Cihak

May 24, 1922 – Sept. 15, 2003

Marjorie E. CIHAK, 81, 624 Academy Road, Culver, died at 5:23 p.m. Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.

Survivors include a daughter, Betty Jo LAWVER, Cary, N.C.; two sons, Anton “Tony” CIHAK, Grand Haven, Mich., and Michael CIHAK, Culver; one brother, Alvin HARTZ, Culver.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Maurice W. Hammond

Feb. 6, 1913 – Sept. 15, 2003

Maurice Wilbur “Jack” HAMMOND, 90, 311 Saner Drive, Akron, died at 9:41 p.m. Monday at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne.

Survivors include his wife, Ferol [HAMMOND], at home; two sons, Jim B. and Danny J. “Doc” [HAMMOND], both Indianapolis.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 808 E. Rochester St., Akron. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday or one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Thursday, September 18, 2003

John D. Newell

Jan. 31, 1918 – Sept. 17, 2003

John D. NEWELL, 85, 6003 W. 1500 North, Silver Lake, died Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Survivors include his wife, Mildred [NEWELL]; one son, Rick J. [NEWELL], Silver Lake; one sister, Juanita WIDMAN, Mich

Funeral service is 11 a.m. Saturday at Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, 1401 Indiana 114 West, North Manchester.

Friday, September 19, 2003

Gerald W. Beattie

June 9, 1935 – Sept. 18, 2003

Gerald W. BEATTIE, 68, 330 Monticello Road, died at 11:55 a.m. Thursday at his home. He had been in failing health three years.

Born in Grass Creek to Charles and Gertrude WICKMAN BEATTIE, he married Bonnie G. BALLINGER May 14, 1955 in Logansport. She preceded him in death Jan. 22, 1986.

He lived most of his life in the Fulton County area with the exception of a few years in Cass County. He was a well-known automobile mechanic in the Rochester area for many years and also operated an agricultural business serving the greater Rochester area. He attended the Rochester Church of God. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a past commander of the Leroy Shelton American Legion, Post No. 36. He was a member of the Lake Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1343 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 852 and was a past president of the Flying Hoofs Saddle Club. He loved playing cards and calling Bingo at the American Legion.

Survivors include one daughter, Kathy DENISTON and husband Terry, Roann; two sons, Allen and wife Jo [BEATTIE], Shelley, Idaho, and Gerald William “Bill” [BEATTIE], Rochester; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Delores MUSSELMAN and Sharon NESS, Logansport, Darlene MARTIN and husband Steve, Fulton; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and a brother, Charles [BEATTIE].

Funeral service is 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth St., with Rev. Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will follow at Rochester IOOF Cemetery with graveside rites by the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today and one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Saturday, September 20, 2003

Rebecca Brown

Jan. 6, 1952 - Sept 18, 2003

Rebecca Jean BROWN, 51, 13430 E. 400 South, Macy, died Thursday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Born in Wabash to Mary Frances and Albert Newman HAMILTON, she married James Gahan BROWN in Wabash on Aug. 10, 1974; he died Feb. 8, 1995. She was a 1970 graduate of Wabash High School and a 1974 graduate of Ball State University. She has worked at Olive Branch Church of God the past twenty-two years and prior to that she worked at Pike Lumber Co. in Akron. She was a member of Olive Branch Church of Dod and an active member of the Tippecanoe Valley High School Band boosters.

Survivors include one son, Eric Ryan [BROWN], and one daughter, Jamie Lyn [BROWN], both of Macy. One sister Terri (Scott) HENTHORN, Silver Lake; half-sister, Ruth (Dean) KROM, Indianapolis; and one sister-in-law, Marilyn FRIERMOOD, Plano, TX.

Visitatio will be Monday, from 2-8 p.m. at Grandstaff-Hentgen Main Street Chapel, 86 E. Main St., Wabash. Services will be at Olive Branch Church of God, 4581 E. 1200 North, Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Lawrence SEE, Rev. Stan OWEN and Rev. Lowell BURRUS will officiate. Burial will follow at Enterprise [Tombaugh] Cemetery, Roann. Memorials may be made to Olive Branch Church of God.

Daniel Mayhew

September 20, 2003

Daniel Christopher MAYHEW, son of Bruce Allen MAYHEW and Kristianne Mary WHITE was stillborn on Sept. 20.

Survivors include her parents, two sisters, Jennifer and Kassie WHITE and one brother, Thomas WHITE at home.

Graveside services will be Tuesday at 1 p.m in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery with pastor Brian SEWELL officiating.

Monday, September 22, 2003

Mildred S. Troutman

May 24, 1921 – Sept. 19, 2003

Mildred S. TROUTMAN, 82, 418 S. Smith St., Kewanna, died at 9:35 p.m. Friday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

Born in Pulaski County to Pearl E. and Mary WERNER SHAW, she was a homemaker and member of the Church of Christ at Kewanna. She was the valedictorian of the Kewanna High School Class of 1939.

Survivors include one daughter, Trudy HANEY, Akron; two sons, Terry TROUTMAN, Kewanna, and Tim TROUTMAN, Leiters Ford; one brother, Paul SHAW, Twelve Mile, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and 14 stepgrandchildren. Preceding her in death were two sisters, Naomi YONKIN, Kewanna, and Rose REUTEBUCH, Logansport, and one brother, John [SHAW], Logansport.

Services are at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, with Pastor Laurence SEE officiating. Burial will be at Moon Cemetery, Kewanna. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today and noon until service Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to The Hope Foundation.

Daniel C. Mayhew

Daniel Christopher MAYHEW, son of Bruce A. MAYHEW and Kristianne M. WHITE, 705 E. Fourth St., Lot No. 77, Rochester, was stillborn at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Surviving with his parents are two sisters, Jennifer and Kassie WHITE, and a brother, Thomas WHITE, all at home.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Foster & Good Funeral Home.

Reba J. Holland

Reba Joan HOLLAND, 54, Deedsville, died at 4 p.m. Sunday at her residence. Arrangements are pending at McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

Marilou Neff

Marilou NEFF, 75, 4238 W. Miami County Road 1200 North, Macy, died at 5:30 p.m. Sunday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Rochester.

Richard Brower

Richard “Dick” BROWER, 82, 300 E. Fourth St., Apt. C, died early this morning in his sleep. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home.

Tuesday, September 23, 2003

Richard A. Brower

March 30, 1921 – Sept. 21, 2003

Richard Alden “Dick” BROWER, 82, 300 E. Fourth St., Apt. 5C, died at approximately 9 p.m. Sunday at his home. He had been in failing health three months.

Born in South Whitley to Reed and Irene RIVITS BROWER, he married Edna CROWL in 1944 in Warsaw. He then married Edna Marie HARRIS Oct. 17, 1964, in Rochester. She preceded him in death on Nov. 29, 1984.

He lived in the Rochester area the past 24 years. He had been an employee of the Daulton Foundry, Warsaw. In Rochester, he worked for the Main Street Tavern and the Zimmerman Bakery.

Survivors include one daughter, Beverly RAYA and husband Manuel, Nappanee; one son, Jack BROWER and wife Jeanine, Rochester; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; three sisters, Leola WILLIAMSON and Audrey BARKER, South Whitley, and Joan COMBS, Columbia City; one brother, Harold [BROWER], Columbia City, and nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and one great-granddaughter, Sierra PARKER.

A private family committal service will be at a later date. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Reba J. Holland

Oct. 2, 1948 – Sept. 21, 2003

Reba Joan HOLLAND, 54, Deedsville, died Sunday at her home.

Born in Deedsville to Neil E. and Loha J. BUSSARD HART, she married Robert Eugene HOLLAND Sept. 2, 1967, at Macy. He survives at home.

Reba was a Home Interiors displayer for 12 years. She was a member of New Life Praise and Worship Center, Peru, and an ordained pastor of the Anchor Bay Evangelistic Association.

Surviving with her husband are three children, Linda Michelle MARTIN and husband Chuck, Roann, Kristine Jo McKEE, Deedsville, Robert Neil HOLLAND and wife Sarah, Logansport; seven grandchildren, Amanda EPPERT, Melissa MARTIN, Ashton McKEE, Ross MARTIN, Dustin McKEE, Sarah MARTIN, Lari RUTSCHMANN; two great-grandchildren, Sydney EPPERT and Allyson EPPERT; one sister, Rita Ann BELL, Peru; two brothers, Larry Lee HART, Clearfield, Utah, and Ellis E. “Gene” HART, Burns, Wyo.

Funeral service is at 11 a.m. Thursday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Larry ZUMWALT officiating. Burial will be at Deedsville IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Life Praise and Worship Center, Reba Holland Memorial Fund, 543 W. 12th St., Peru, IN 46970.

Ruth V. Heldt

Dec. 7, 1918 – Aug. 23, 2003

Ruth V. JENNENS HELDT, 84, Columbus, Ohio, died Aug. 23 at Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus.

[She was born Dec. 7, 1918 to Theodore A. “T.A” and Lottie V. (HOWARD) JENNENS who preceded her in death. T.A. Jan. 5, 1896 - Dec. 5, 1984; Lottie Feb. 16, 1896 - Sept. 8, 1968. They were married Aug. 14, 1915, and are buried in the Akron Cemetery, Akron, Ind.]

Survivors include four sons, Joe, Columbus, Tom and John [HELDT], Princeton, Ohio; George [HELDT], Fort Branch, Ohio; one brother, Albert JENNENS, Rochester; one sister, Betty BIGLER, Fishers.

Private graveside services were at St. Joseph Church Cemetery, Princeton, Ohio.

Marilou Neff

July 14, 1928 – Sept. 21, 2003

Marilou NEFF, 75, 4238 W. Miami County Road 1200 North, Macy, died at 5:30 p.m. Sunday at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

Born in St. Louis, Mo., to William and Lurah LONG SWANTNER, she married Richard P. “Dick” NEFF on Sept. 25, 1949, in Chili. He preceded her in death on Feb. 10, 1995.

A registered nurse, Mrs. Neff was retired from Woodlawn Hospital, where she was head obstetric nurse. She attended Olive Branch Church of God.

Survivors include a daughter, Marilyn McWHORTER with husband Terry, Macy; four sons, Paul [NEFF], of Macy, William and wife Tere [NEFF], Broken Arrow, Okla., Dan and wife Susie [NEFF], Indianapolis, Joseph and wife Marsha [NEFF], Macy; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; one sister, Shirley GUYER, Kokomo; and two brothers, John SWANTNER, Chili, and Thomas SWANTNER, Pana, Ill.. She was preceded in death by an infant granddaughter, Alyssa M. NEFF, on June 25, 1999, and one brother and one half-brother.

Funeral service is 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be at Five Corners Cemetery near Macy. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Olive Branch Church of God.

Wednesday, September 24, 2003

Jack F. Sumpter

Dec. 4, 1934 – Sept. 23, 2003

Jack Frederick SUMPTER, 68, 3473 Fifth Road, Bremen, died at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Hickory Creek, Rochester.

Born in Bremen to Roscoe and Alice FREDERICK SUMPTER, he married Wanda Rae WARRAN July 14, 1964, in Rochester. She died in 2001.

He lived most of his life in Bremen, with the exception of 20 years he lived in the Rochester community and had been in failing health. He retired from Torx Products, where he was production worker for several years. He loved horses and was a member of the Manitou Pony Trotting Association, IOMI, National Trotting Breeders Association and the International Trotting and Pacing Association.

Survivors include three sons, Frederick J. [SUMPTER], Rochester; Virgil D. [SUMPTER] Holly, Mich., and Curtiss L. [SUMPTER], Etna Green; one daughter-in-law, Karen SUMPTER, Rochester; two grandchildren, Dexter W. SUMPTER and wife Heather, Texas, and Arica L. SUMPTER, Indianapolis; two great-grandchildren, Ty and Tanner PATTERSON, Texas; one

brother, James and wife Irene [SUMPTER], Milford. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and one son, Judson W. SUMPTER, on Sept. 27, 2002.

Funeral service is 11 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Rev. Ronald MOORE officiating. Burial will be at Rocheser IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hickory Creek at Rochester nursing home.

Jeremy D. Green

Infant Jeremy Denver GREEN, five months, 1009 Clay St., died at 4:54 p.m. Tuesday.. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Thursday, September 25, 2003

Hunter N. Bell

Infant Hunter Nathnel BELL, son of Robert and Pepper SWICK BELL, 2211 Point West Drive, Fort Wayne, died at birth at 6:42 a.m. Tuesday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Surviving with his parents are two brothers, Samuel and Alexander BELL, at home.

Graveside service is at 2 p.m. Friday in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Arrangements are being handled by King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Kay J. Brown

April 27, 1938 – Sept. 24, 2003

Kay Joan BROWN, 65, Decatur, died at 8:40 a.m. Wednesday at her home.

Born in South Bend to Howard M. and Helen PIKE UTTER, she married William H. BROWN, Nov. 7, 1986, in Decatur. He survives.

She retired from Fort Wayne Community Schools,where she was a middle schoolteacher. She was a member of Broadway Christian Church.

Surviving with her husband are two sons, David B. LEININGER and wife Kathy, Leo; Stephen A. LEININGER and wife Valerie, Fort Wayne; one daughter, Jennifer L. HAUSER and husband Matthew, New Bremen, Ohio; two stepsons, William H. BROWN Jr., Indianapolis, Steven G. BROWN, Ann Arbor, Mich.; one step-daughter, Nora Lea (Mike) ROBBINS, Raleigh, N.C.; one brother, J. Channing UTTER, Akron; one sister, Lynne NORTHROP, Huntington; and 12 grandchildren.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, Decatur, with Rev. Ben BOUWERS officiating. Burial will be in Akron Cemetery. Visitation is 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Zwick and Jahn Funeral Home, Decatur, and one hour prior to services on Saturday at the church. Memorials may be made to Broadway Christian Church Uzbekistan orphanage. For complete obituary information and condolences visit www.zwickjahn.com.

Jeremy D. Green

April 17, 2003 – Sept. 23, 2003

Jeremy Denver GREEN, 5 months, 1009 Clay St., died at 4:54 p.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Hospital’s emergency room shortly after arrival.

Born in Rochester to Eric A. and Kerrie Jo URBIN GREEN, he lived in Rochester his whole life.

He was a member of Rochester Church of God.

Surviving with his parents are one sister, Ava Marie GREEN, at home; maternal grandparents Ned and Eunice URBIN, Kewanna; paternal grandmother Juanita GREEN, Rochester; paternal grandfather Daniel T. GREEN Sr., Kokomo; great-grandparents Marie SMITLEY, Kewanna; Gerald and Betty URBIN, Fulton; Maria VUITTONET, Tippecanoe, Anna LIND, Flora, and Ruby GREEN, Oakland City; and aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Graveside services will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bruce Lake, with Rev. Larry PYEATT officiating. Visitation is 2-3 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Memorials may be made in his memory to the Rochester Church of God.

Elizabeth F. Wilson

Oct. 4, 1914 – Sept. 24, 2003

Elizabeth “Betty” Frances WILSON, 88, 3025 W. Sycamore St., Kokomo, died at 4:17 a.m. Wednesday at Altera Sterling House in Kokomo.

Born in Howard County to Alva and Maud VICKREY KELLY, she married Gene B. REDDING June 27, 1936. They divorced in 1965. She then married Earl WILSON Aug. 16, 1968. He died Jan. 17, 1995.

She graduated from Ervin Township High School in 1932 and retired in 1975 from General Motors, where she worked 20 years. She was a member of Judson Baptist church and attended First Baptist Church, Kokomo. She loved music and played piano with an all-girl orchestra in Kokomo in the 1930s. She played piano and organ for Burlington Methodist and Judson Baptist churches and sang in church choirs. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother.

Survivors include one daughter, Colleen BLACKBURN and husband Norman, Cutler; one son, David REDDING and wife Linda, Rochester; one stepson, Max WILSON and wife Maryanna, Kokomo; grandchildren Brad BLACKBURN and wife Ragene, Flora, Mike BLACKBURN, Flora, Cindy McKINLEY, Kokomo; Dawn COE, Royal Center, Kelly SAILORS, Rochester; great-grandchildren Chelsy and Darin BLACKBURN, Flora, Rachel McKINLEY, Kokomo, Desiree and Damon COE, Royal Center, Madelyn and Drew SAILORS, Rochester; stepgrandchildren Tom and Bridget WILSON, and Amy BOUSUM, Kokomo, and Betsy and Steve NICHOLS, Akron, Ohio; 10 stepgrandchildren and six stepgreat-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Mary SCOTT, Kokomo, and Winifred KELLY, Fishers. Three brothers, Lowell, Lester and Charles KELLY, preceded in death.

Funeral service is 10 a.m. Friday at Stout & Son Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St., Russiaville, with Rev. Paul MARTIN officiating. Burial will be at North Union Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Guardian Angel Hospice or Altera.

Friday, September 26, 2003

James W. Mullen

Feb. 17, 1941 – Sept. 24, 2003

James William MULLEN, 62, Macy, died Wednesday morning at Woodlawn Hospital.

Survivors include his wife, Myrna [MULLEN] three sons, Chris HAEGERT, Larwill, Alan and Cris MULLEN, Iowa; three daughters, Joni STEWART, Larwill, Michele ECKROTE, Akron, and Josi MULLEN, Iowa; and a sister, Lois J. ARCHER, Indianapolis.

There will be no visitation or funeral service. A memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, 242 Pleasant Hill Road, Akron. Arrangements are by Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.

Saturday, September 27, 2003

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Monday, September 29, 2003

Gene L. Reno

Jan. 28, 1931 – Sept. 27, 2003

Gene L. RENO, 72, 4695 N. 250 East, Rochester, died at 11:15 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, South Bend.

Born in Rochester to Donald H. and Dorothy B. FISHER RENO, he married Esther SMITH Dec. 16, 1950 in Rochester.

He retired from the U.S. Navy after serving 20 years. He was a Korean War veteran.

Surviving with his wife, Esther, are two sons, Michael G. [RENO], Rochester; Jim and wife Tonya [RENO], Logansport; two grandchildren, Brandi RENO and fiancee Timm PRATT, Logansport; Christopher RENO and wife Tricia, Muncie; and one great-grandchild, Keigen Alexus RENO, Logansport. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, John R. RENO, July 25, 1959.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home with the Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery, where the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Tuesday and one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army.

Tuesday, September 30, 2003

Vernal K. ‘George’ Enyeart

Vernal K. ENYEART, 75, formerly of Kewanna, died at 3:22 a.m. today at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Winamac. Arrangements are pending.

Wednesday, October 1, 2003

Lewis C. Briggs

June 3, 1907-Sept. 27, 2003

Lewis C. BRIGGS, 96, formerly of Avilla, died Saturday at the home of his daughter in Greenwood.

Born in Brown County, Neb., to Clinton and India CLARK BRIGGS, he married Mildred BRADLEY. She died Jan. 16, 1996.

Survivors include four daughters, Clara WHAN and husband Richard, Avilla, Janice REESE and husband Sidney, Miami, Fla., Donna MITCHELL and husband Richard, Rochester, and Grace KNAFEL, Greenwood; 16 grandchildren, Jerry and Jay WHAN, Jackie WAKEMAN, Rian FIKE, Kristina GAINZA, Martee LOLLAR and husband Truman, Rochester, Kathi BLUME, Rick MITCHELL, Kayle SNELL, Karla, Kathy, Kandi, Kevin, Kristin, Kelly and Katie KNAFEL, and 24 great-grandchildren.

Mr. Briggs worked in the Ft. Wayne Structural Steel Co. blueprint department. He was a member of the LaOtto Wesleyan Church, the Avilla Horseshoe Club, the Kendallville Shuffleboard Club, and the Sunnyside Shuffleboard Club, Zephryhills, Fla.

A brief memorial service will be at LaOtto Wesleyan Church Nov. 9 as part of their Heritage Day celebration. Cremains will be buried at Hopewell Cemetary, near Avilla. Flanner Buchanan Funeral Home, Indianapolis, is in charge of arrangements. Preferred memorials are to the LaOtto Wesleyan Church.

Florence Cavender

Sept. 23, 1912-Sept. 29, 2003

Florence CAVENDER died Monday in Fort Wayne.

She was born in Fulton County, the second oldest of six children of Edward and Mary CAVENDER.

Survivors include one sister, Dorothy DAVIS, Phoenix, and one brother, Gerald, [CAVENDER] Fort Wayne, and many nieces and nephews. Three brothers, Chester, Wilbur and Howard [CAVENDER] are deceased.

After graduating from Leiters Ford High School, Florence entered Fort Wayne Bible Institute, now Taylor University. During her second year there, the Lord filled her with His Holy Spirit, empowering her for the many difficult years to come. After graduation in 1935, she pastored three years at the Faith Missionary Church on the Fort Wayne outskirts. After this, she directed and trained teachers for vacation Bible schools. In 1943, she earned a bachelor’s degree at Asbury College, Wilmore, Ky. She also had one quarter of postgraduate work at Asbury Theological Seminary. In October 1944, she entered Colombia, South America, as a missionary with the Oriental Missionary Society, now OMS International, where she served for the next 33 years. She was ordained as minister of the Gospel by OMS. After retirement she continued by serving two terms in Taiwan. An account of her work, much of which was with the Kuna Indian people of the jungle, can be read in her book “His Banner Over Me” which she wrote and is available through OMS International, Box A, Greenwood, Indiana. Florence was a former member of the First Missionary Church of Fort Wayne and a current member of the Brenneman Memorial Missionary Church of Goshen, where she lived most of her retirement years.

Funeral service is 1 p.m. Friday at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. Viewing is from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, before services. Burial will be in IOOF Cemetery, Leiters Ford.

Vernal K. ‘George’ Enyeart

Dec. 31, 1927-Sept. 30, 2003

Vernal K. "George" ENYEART, 75, Kewanna, died Tuesday at 3:22 a.m. at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Winamac.

Born to George ENYEART and Ethel M. ARTIST, he married Carolyne JOHNSON on Sept. 12, 1969. She died on Dec. 16, 1977. He was a retired laborer and farmed near Kewanna. He owned and operated the Curve-In Restaurant in Kewana with his wife in the early 1970s. Mr. Enyeart was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and a member of the Kewanna VFW Post 1121, Logansport Eagles and Rochester American Legion.

Survivors include one son, Dean and wife Celia [ENYEART], Patoka; one stepdaughter, Mary and husband Kevin HINDERLIDER, Rochester; four stepsons, Thomas LOAR, Columbia City, Steve BENNETT, Greenfield, Mike BENNETT, South Bend, Don BENNETT, Kewanna; one sister, Beulah and husband Darl SUTTON, Winamac; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna chapel. Viewing will be 4-8 p.m. today and after 8 a.m. Thursday until time of the service. He will have a graveside military service at the Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna.

Sarah S. Hall

Sarah S. HALL, 75, 65 Scott St., Rochester, died today at 1 a.m. at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Jimmie D. Hammond

Jan. 15, 1930-Sept. 30, 2003

Jimmie D. HAMMOND, 73, 9754 W. 525 North, Rochester died Tuesday at 12:50 a.m. at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Mr. Hammond was born in Logansport to Pearl HARPER. In 1988, he married Iris L. ARNN in Lake Station, Ind. He retired from driving a semi-truck as a self-employed owner-operator.

He was a member of the VFW Post of Reynolds and the Eagles Lodge of Monon. He was a World War II Army veteran.

Survivors include his wife, Iris HAMMOND, Rochester, four daughters, Dorothy HANCOCK and husband Jim, Brook, Jennie BAKER and Roger, Rensselaer, Patricia WILLIS, Frankfort, and Theresa McKNIGHT and husband Eddie, Lake Cicott; two sons, Ralph BYROAD and wife Jane , Jeannetteville, Pa., Jason MORNINGSTAR, Plymouth; one cousin, Junior MALOTT, Logansport; five stepchildren, 14 grandchildren, six stepgrandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. One brother preceded him in death.

Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the Gundrum Funeral Home, Logansport. Funeral services will be later.

Ronald E. Secrist

June 16, 1939 – Sept. 30, 2003

Ronald E. SECRIST, 64, 5645 S. 1000 West, Mentone, died at 4:13 a.m. Tuesday at the Kosciusko Community Hospital emergency room, Warsaw.

Born to Glenn SECRIST and Alice ELLSWORTH, he was a lifetime Mentone area resident. He married Dixie S. KREBS on Nov. 7, 1958, in Warsaw. He was formerly co-owner of Secrist Builders of Mentone.

Mr. Secrist was former president of the Mentone Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Encouragers Club, Warsaw, and a 1957 graduate of Mentone High School.

Survivors include his wife, Dixie S. SECRIST, Mentone; three daughters, Robin and husband Phil ARNOLD, Monroe, Jackie and husband Greg CUMBERLAND, Akron, Penny and husband Michael SMITH, Vista, Calif.; one son, Tim SECRIST, Mentone; three sisters, Glenda McFARLAND, Alaska, Ellen ELLIOTT, Bourbon, Serita WORKMAN, Bourbon; three brothers, Jerry and wife Mary [SECRIST], Mentone, Larry and wife Jean [SECRIST], Syracuse, Steve and wife Donita [SECRIST], Texas; and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Toni [SECRIST], in 1968.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday. Burial will take place at the Mentone Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the Mentone EMS.

Thursday, October 2, 2003

S. Sue Hall

Sept. 25, 1928-Oct. 1, 2003

S. Sue HALL, 75, 65 Scott St., Athens, died Wednesday at 1 a.m. in the St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis where she had been a patient for two days following a sudden illness she suffered Monday evening at her residence.

Born in Scottsville, Ky. to James and Bessie HINTON PHILLIPS, she lived in the Fulton County area since moving here in 1949 from Kempton. She married Reeford F. HALL on June 16, 1947 in Tipton County. She was well known for her hard work as a farm hand, waitress, and employee of the former Torin Corp., Hart Schaffner & Marx Corp. and the Topps Mfg. Co. She was a member of the Womens Auxiliary of the VFW Post #1343, Fraternal Order of the Eagles #852 and LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post #36. She enjoyed camping with her family, bowling, and playing bingo with friends.

Survivors include her husband, Reeford HALL, 65 Scott Street; three daughters, Vivienne RUSH, Kokomo, Judy EMMONS and husband Terry, Rolland, Iowa, Kay SIXBEY and companion Joseph BARLEW, Zionsville; two sons, Frank HALL, Healy, Ala., Marty HALL and wife Sue, Sturgeon, Mo.; one brother, Junior PHILLIPS and wife Audrey, Phoenix; 15 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, son Jerry [HALL], three sisters and two brothers.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at New Hope Cemetery, Phlox, near Greentown. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the service Saturday.

Edward Bond Boos

Jan. 10, 1929-Sept. 30, 2003

Edward Bond BOOS, 74, 327 West 13th St., Rochester died Tuesday at 4:05 p.m. at Woodlawn Hospital. Survivors include two daughters Tina MAJOR, Tuscaloosa, Ala., Renee PRICE, Glasgow, Ky.; one son, Timothy BOOS, Bisle, Ill.; three brothers, Eugene BOOS, Plymouth, Allen BOOS, Winamac, Paul BOOS, Winamac. Graveside services and burial are 2 p.m. Saturday at the Star City West Cemetery.

Friday, Octber 3, 2003

Wayne L. Groninger

Sept. 25, 1927-Oct. 2, 2003

Wayne L. GRONINGER, 76, 3868 S. 1550 East, Silver Lake, died at 12:20 p.m. Thursday at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester.

His health had been failing since February.

Born to Roy L. GRONINGER and Mary FERREE in Fulton County, he was a watch and clock maker with extended training in his field. An avid train enthusiast, he graduated from Akron High School in 1946.

Survivors include one sister, Alice McFARLAND, Akron; two brothers, Gordon and wife Mary Louise [GRONINGER], Silver Lake, Dwight and wife Kathleen [GRONINGER], Orlando, Fla.; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth and Pauline [GRONINGER], and two brothers, Otto and Harold [GRONINGER].

Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home. Memorial service is at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials can be made to the Wabash and Miami County Hospice or the Peabody Foundation.

Lela F. Perschbacher

July 27,1906-Oct. 1, 2003

Lela F. PERSCHBACHER, 97, 14181 Lawrence Lake Drive, Plymouth, died Wednesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth. Survivors include one son, Stephen PERSCHBACHER and wife Jan, Plymouth. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Plymouth Wesleyan Church. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Friday at Bonine Funeral Home and 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the church.

Saturday, October 4, 2003

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Monday, October 6, 2003

Ronald Gene Shriver

Ronald G. SHRIVER, 61, 313 W. 11th St., Rochester died today at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Arrangements are pending at Foster and Good Funeral Home.

Tuesday, October 7, 2003

Carlos “Douglas” McNeeley

Nov. 6, 1934-Oct. 4, 2003

Carlos “Douglas” McNEELEY, 68, 225 E. Walnut St., Akron, died Saturday at his home.

His health had been failing for two years.

Born in Pulaski County, Va., he was the son of Joseph McNEELEY and Pearl ALLEY. He married Edith J. KING on Feb. 5, 1954.

He and his wife came to Akron from Spencer, W. Va. in 1971. The production supervisor at Pike Lumber Co., Akron, he enjoyed hunting, bowling, and fishing. He was a member of square dancing and ballroom dancing groups and the Moose Lodge, Rochester. He was a U.S. Army veteran.

Survivors include his wife Edith McNEELEY, Akron; one son, David McNEELEY, Terre Haute; one grandson, Shane McNEELEY, Terre Haute; one brother, Donald and wife Lillian, [McNEELEY] Lake Placid, Fla.; one sister, Irene STEVENSON, Van, W. Va.; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Cicero [McNEELEY] in 1943.

Services were at 5 p.m. Sunday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. today at Shiloh Cemetary, Pulaski, Va. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County, 420 North Main St., Rochester or the Northern Indiana Community Foundation, P.O. Box 807, Rochester.

Ronald Gene Shriver

April 20, 1942-Oct. 6, 2003

Ronald Gene SHRIVER, 61, 313 W. 11th St., Rochester died at 2:30 a.m. Monday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, of a sudden illness.

Born in Rochester to Donald G. and Mary C. THARP SHRIVER, he lived most of his life here. He was married on Nov. 2, 1968 to Carol S. WATROUS.

A 1961 graduate of Rochester High School, he served in the U.S. Army from 1964-1966 during the Vietnam War. He was employed at Topp Industries Inc., Rochester.

Survivors include his wife, Carol S. SHRIVER, Rochester; one daughter, Teresa and husband Michael HARSH, Rochester; one son, Troy SHRIVER, Rochester; two granddaughters Alicen and Adelyn HARSH, Rochester; two brothers, Larry G. SHRIVER, Rochester, Stephen R. and Jane [SHRIVER], Rochester; one uncle, Glenn and wife Pat [SHRIVER], Deming, N.M.; and his mother-in-law, Mary WATROUS, Rochester.

Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Revs. Chris DODSON and Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call from 3-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to the service. American Legion Post 36 and Manitou VFW Post will conduct military graveside rites. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Wednesday, October 8, 2003

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Thursday, October 9, 2003

Lona Estep

Lona ESTEP, 73, 529 East and 575 North, Rochester, died Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home.

David L. Raymer

David L. RAYMER, 70, New Castle, passed away Monday at Hancock Memorial Hospital as a result of complications from pancreatic cancer.

Beloved husband of Jacqueline FREDERICK RAYMER for 48 years, David was a native of Sewickley, Pa. She is a former Sentinel LifeStyles editor. His career took his family all over the U.S. He graduated from Carnegie Tech in 1955 as part of the ROTC program. Following his honorable discharge from the Army, he joined Allegheny Ludlum Steel as a metallurgist and worked in that industry for many years before joining Indiana Automotive Fasteners in Greenfield, in 1997. One of the original employees, he was proud to be part of the team that successfully opened the plant and then expanded the business.

His strong work ethic never kept him from devoting himself to his wife and four kids. He found fun for his family wherever they lived, always knowing where to find the best ice cream and apple cider. He taught each of his kids the finer points of miniature golf and the importance of being a Pittsburgh Steeler fan. He had an unending supply of unconditional love and could sing more silly songs than most dads. He loved his wife dearly and enjoyed traveling with her to the shore and eating her world famous cherry pie.

His father, David RAYMER, his mother, Mildred R. RAYMER, and his half-brother, Ernest SMITH, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, the former Jacqueline Frederick of Mt. Lebanon, Pa. as well as his children: Kris and Dan FUHR, Park Ridge, Ill., David and Joyce RAYMER, Watauga, Texas, Maj. James RAYMER, currently stationed in Korea, Drs. Kori and Eric GORDON, Little Rock, Ark.; his seven grandchildren, Devin, Josh, Garrett, Alyssa, Ben, Graham and PARKER as well as his brother, James R. RAYMER, Poland, Ohio; his sister, Nancy and her husband Bradley BOWAN, Beaver, Pa., and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be no public calling. Private services and burial will be at the convenience of the family. The family requests that for anyone so inclined, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Hancock Memorial Hospital Foundation, 801 N. State St., Greenfield, IN. 46140. Arrangements were handled by Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service.

Gladys M. Reinhold

May 22, 1916-Oct. 7, 2003

Gladys M. REINHOLD, 87, 9137 W. 650 North, Culver, died Tuesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver. Survivors include two sons, Robert L. REINHOLD, Culver, Samuel CLEMENS, Argos; and two sisters, Evelyn WILLIAMS, Falkville, Ala., Darlene Van ZULIN, Centerville, Mich. Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Friday, October 10, 2003

Lona Estep

Oct. 7, 1930-Oct. 8, 2003

Lona ESTEP, 73, 529 E. 575 North, Rochester, died at 5:10 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital where she had been a patient since Sunday following a sudden illness.

Born in Pike County, Ky. to George and Mary WOLFORD, she lived in Rochester for the past 40 years.

She married Sidney ESTEP in Kentucky in 1948. He preceded her in death.

She was a homemaker.

Survivors include her companion, Weldon BAKER, at home; five daughters, Betty ESTEP, Rochester, Carol TARTER, Lima, Ohio, Brenda COOK, Rochester, Debbie SHORTZ and husband Alan, Rochester, Pamela DAY and husband Robin, Rochester; two sons, Michael ESTEP and wife Dorothy, Winchester, Va., Patrick ESTEP and wife Eva, Rochester; 17 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one daughter, Evelyn ESTEP, three grandsons: Ray HATFIELD Jr., Jason DeVon ESTEP and Sidney Waltz ESTEP, two sisters, one half-sister, and three brothers.

Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Rev. Brian TAMMANY officiating. Burial is at Reichter Cemetary, northeast of Rochester. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour before services Saturday.

Saturday, October 11, 2003

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Monday, October 13, 2003

Ada Ruth Smith

Ada Ruth SMITH, 82, Macy, died Sunday at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Fulton.

Tuesday, October 14, 2003

Virgil L. Bryant

Virgil L. BRYANT, 70, 825 E. Fourth St., Rochester, died Monday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Elizabeth J. Taylor Gibbens

June 4, 1919-Oct. 13, 2003

Elizabeth J. TAYLOR GIBBENS, 84, Parkwood Healthcare Center, Lebanon, and former longtime Anderson resident, passed away at 10 a.m. Monday in the Parkwood Healthcare Center.

Born June 4, 1919, in Rochester to Everitt and Alta MCHENRY CONKLE, she married Robert Holmes TAYLOR in Rochester in October 1941. He preceded her in death in 1961. Her second marriage was to Paul GIBBENS in 1971. He preceded her in death in 1973.

She earned an associate’s degree in library science from Ball State University. She was an elementary school librarian for the Anderson Schools and a member of the Anderson Tri Kappa

sorority, Euridian of Anderson and the First Presbyterian Church, Anderson. She was the class secretary of the Rochester High School Class of 1938.

Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Brent (Elizabeth) ANDREWS, Indianapolis; three grandchildren, Matthew and wife Kellie HUGHES, Fishers, Mrs. Chris (Kelly) BALLA, Valparaiso, Erin HUGHES, Hoboken, N.J.; two step-grandchildren, Carrie and husband Eric REIBERG, Indianapolis, J.B. ANDREWS, Boston, Mass.; three great-grandchildren, Madison HUGHES, Aiden HUGHES and Katie Anne BALLA; one nephew and several nieces and cousins.

Graveside services are at 1:15 Thursday in the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester, with Rev. Jay CLINE officiating. Friends may call 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Katherine J. Sally’ Jones

July 23, 1935-Oct. 12, 2003

Katherine J. “Sally” JONES, 68, 1726 Buchanan, Logansport, died at 8:55 a.m. Sunday at her home.

Born in Flora to Venoy SHORT and Edith M. LOCK SHORT, she married Homer D. JONES on Sept. 24, 1956. She was a housekeeper and worked for Logansport State Hospital for 21 years. She also worked at Memorial Hospital, Logansport, for 11 years. She retired in 2001. She enjoyed eating out and taking rides in the country with her husband.

She was a member of Valley View Baptist Church, Flora.

Survivors include her husband, Homer D. JONES, Logansport; one sister, Betty Louise SHORT, Virginia; one brother, Venoy SHORT Jr., Logansport, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Valley View Baptist Church, Flora. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Marocco Funeral Chapel, 119 E. Market St., Logansport, or one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at Maple Lawn Cemetery, Flora.

Larry K. McCray

July 25, 1938-Oct. 12, 2003

Larry K. McCRAY, 65, 9800 Fourth Rd., Lake of the Woods, Bremen, died Sunday at Community Hospital, Bremen.

Survivors include his wife, Marilyn T. McCRAY; three sons, Jim “J.D.” McCRAY, Fort Wayne, Jack McCRAY, Rochester, and Matt McCRAY, Bremen.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Shiloh Wesleyan Church, 10532 4B Road, Plymouth. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Mishler Funeral Home, 2030 Indiana 331, Bremen, and one hour prior to services at the church.

Janice C. Sensibaugh

April 8, 1934-Oct. 12, 2003

Janice C. SENSIBAUGH, 69, 458 Lakeview St., Culver, died Sunday at home.

Survivors include two sons, Thomas MILLER, Edwardsburg, Mich., James SENSIBAUGH, LaPorte; two brothers, Richard KINDIG, Mentone, and William KINDIG, Carmel.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. Visitation is from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be at Maxinkuckee IOOF Cemetery, Culver.

Ada Ruth Smith

Dec. 19,1920-Oct. 12, 2003

Ada Ruth SMITH, 82, 7722 S. 200 East, Macy, passed away at 11:20 p.m. Sunday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

She was born Dec. 19, 1920, in Fulton County to Glen and Ethel FIDLER STANLEY. On June 29, 1940, in Fulton, she married Wayne ZARTMAN, who preceded her in death Jan. 25, 1954. Her second marriage was to Charles B. SHAW on Aug. 17, 1955, in Fulton. He preceded her in death Sept. 27, 1978. On Sept. 3, 1982, she married Hugh J. SMITH in Fulton. He survives.

Surviving with her husband are one sister, Caroline McCROSKY, Rochester; one daughter-in-law, Margaret ZARTMAN, Logansport; one son-in-law, Rev. Vernon KNIGHT, Kearney, Neb.; seven grandchildren, Wayne J. ZARTMAN, Fulton, Martha STRAYER, Logansport, Wendy WARD, Phoenix, Ariz., Marcus ZARTMAN, Logansport, Valerie KNIGHT, Emporia, Kan., Joy TIEFEL, Bee, Neb., Jay KNIGHT, Madison, Miss. and six great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were one daughter, Joan Kay KNIGHT, July 24, 1996, one son, Lowell Mark ZARTMAN, March 25, 1999, and one brother, Ross STANLEY, March 1, 1934.

Services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton, with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Heart Fund or the American Diabetes Association.

Reena E. Smith

Jan. 25, 1921-Oct. 12, 2003

Reena E. SMITH, 82, 9 West Margaret Terrace, Cary, Ill. died at 3 p.m. Sunday at Northern Illinois Medical Center, McHenry, Ill.

Born to Oliver and Edna WILFERT FISHER in Rochester, she married Raymond John SMITH on Sept. 26, 1970, in Rochester. He died May 14, 1989. A resident of Winamac and Fulton County, she was employed as a kitchen supervisor at Geneva Center. She retired in 1989.

Survivors include one son, Ronald BROWN and wife Jean, Anchorage, Alaska; one daughter, Joan HUBER and husband John, Round Lake Beach, Ill.; five grandchildren, Vickie MUDRA and husband Michael, Cary, Ill., Ed BROWN and wife Deanna, Anchorage, Alaska, Carol LARSEN and husband Scott, Round Lake Beach, Ill., Debra SCHWARZ and husband Marty, Palatine, Ill., Robert BROWN, Anchorage, Alaska; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Ethel FISCHER, Valparaiso; and one half sister, Lucille KENDALL, Evansville. She was preceded in death by one sister, four brothers and three half brothers.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Pastor Carl LENDERMON officiating. Burial is at the Winamac Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today and after 8 a.m. Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Wednesday, October 14, 2003

Dairl E. Border

Nov. 1, 1920-Oct. 14, 2003

Dairl Ellis BORDER, 82, died at 4:32 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Ladora, Iowa, to Ellis and Olive YORK BORDER, he married Wilma DITTMER on Sept. 25, 1955, in Rochester. She preceded him in death on May 25, 1997.

He moved to Rochester from Elkhorn, Wis., in 1955, hauling raw milk from Wisconsin to Rochester for the newly-opened Dean Foods Co. milk plant. He delivered milk for Dean until his retirement in 1974.

He was a member of the Rochester First Church of God.

Survivors include two daughters, Joanne LOPER and husband Richard, Cromwell, Karen TURNER and husband Raymon, Rochester; three sons, William BORDER and wife Patricia, Rochester, Duane BORDER and wife Cynthia, Rochester, David BORDER and wife Deborah, Rochester; 14 grandchildren, Melissa BAILEY, Mary Rose BEDICS, William SHAFER, Kathleen DAVIS, Jessica BORDER, Aaron BORDER, Natalie BORDER, Amanda BORDER, Daniel BORDER, Alex GUDEMAN, Casey SHIVELY, Jason PAXTON, Susann BORDER and Ashley BORDER; 12 great-grandchildren; one sister, Gail MEYERS, Elkhorn, Wis.; two brothers, Richard BORDER, Hebron, Ill., Earl BORDER, Mount Vernon, Wash.; nephew Rodney BORDER and wife Sharon, Rochester.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Byron BORDER, three grandchildren, Patrick COVINGTON, Michael COVINGTON, Cody BORDER, one brother, Keith BORDER, and special friend Evelyn HEISHMAN.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David DITTMAN officiating. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Rochester First Church of God.

Virgil L. Bryant

Jan. 8, 1933-Oct. 13, 2003

Virgil L. BRYANT, 70, 825 East Fourth St., Rochester, died at 6 p.m. Monday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. His health had been failing for five years.

Born in Rochester to Omar and Retha MIKESELL BRYANT, he spent his entire life in the community. He married Dorothy M. ARNETT on June 10, 1956, in Perrysburg. A carpenter who retired from Rochester Homes in 1995, he also owned and operated Bryant’s Ice Service for 16 years. He attended Fulton High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955 in the Korean War. He enjoyed woodworking and was a member of the Manitou Post of the VFW.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy BRYANT, at home; one daughter, Treina and husband Ron BRADLEY, Rochester; two sons, Gary BRYANT and wife Chris, Rochester, Todd BRYANT, Glendale, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Ashley BRADLEY, Shelby BRYANT, Brady BRYANT, all of Rochester; one sister, Connie and husband Kurt VANSTEENBERG, Rochester; and one brother, Wilbur STEFFY, Michigan City. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Wilodean LONG.

Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Mark SPENCER officiating. Burial will be at Athens Cemetery. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to the service Thursday. The American Legion and Manitou VFW post will be in charge of military graveside rites.

Joe William Newman

March 22, 1929-Oct. 14, 2003

Joe William NEWMAN, 74, 301 S. Riverside Drive, Winamac, died at 5;10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in Radnor to Don J. and Chessie Josephine SNYDER NEWMAN, he married Leah Jane COSGRAY on June 23, 1956, at Star City United Methodist Church.

He was a farmer and enjoyed traveling. He was a pilot and enjoyed flying. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, Rochester.

Survivors include his wife, Leah Jane NEWMAN, Winamac; one daughter, Kelly and husband Neil FIELD, Kewanna; three sons, Kurt NEWMAN and wife Mary, Matthews, N.C., Kevin NEWMAN and wife Karen, Plymouth, Kerry NEWMAN and wife Donna, Kewanna; 10 grandchildren, Justin FIELD, Kewanna, Jenna FIELD, Terre Haute, Timothy NEWMAN, Benjamin NEWMAN, Willow NEWMAN, Tabitha NEWMAN, all of Matthews, N.C., Kristofer NEWMAN, Kody NEWMAN, both of Plymouth, Kyle NEWMAN and Karena NEWMAN, both of Kewanna, and one great-grandchild, Coy FIELD, Kewanna. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, D. Richard NEWMAN.

Services will be private. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac. Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. Friday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Memorials may be made to the Winamac Town Park committee for the walking trail.

Thursday, October 16, 2003

Buena V. Buckingham

Jan. 30, 1914-Oct. 15, 2003

Buena V. BUCKINGHAM, 89, died at 4:35 p.m. Wednesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born Jan. 30, 1914, in Kewanna to Perry and Goldie WILSON GUISE, she married Eugene BUCKINGHAM June 6, 1942 at Bruce Lake. He survives.

She was a homemaker and member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Rochester.

Surviving with her husband are one daughter Mrs. Jeff (Donna) OTT, South Whitley; one son, David and wife Penney BUCKINGHAM, Grand Rhonde, Ore.; four grandchildren, Andrew OTT, South Whitley, Sarah OTT, Indianapolis, Megan BUCKINGHAM, Grand Rhonde, Ore., Natasha CRISENBERRY, Grand Rhonde, Ore.; and one sister Mrs. Marvin (June LARGE) HOLLOWAY, Rochester. Two brothers, Milo and Wilson GUISE, preceded her in death.

Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Buck PADILLA officiating. Friends may call 4:30-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, Rochester.

Virgil L. Bryant

Jan. 8, 1933-Oct. 13, 2003

Virgil L. BRYANT, 70, 825 E. Fourth St., Rochester, died at 6 p.m. Monday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. His health had been failing for five years.

Born in Rochester to Omar and Retha MIKESELL BRYANT, he spent his entire life in the community. He married Dorothy M. Arnett on June 10, 1956 in Perrysburg. A carpenter who retired from Rochester Homes in 1995, he also owned and operated Bryant’s Ice Service for 16 years. He attended Fulton High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955 in the Korean War. He enjoyed woodworking and was a member of the Manitou Post of the VFW.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy BRYANT, at home; one daughter, Treina and husband Ron BRADLEY, Rochester; two sons, Gary BRYANT and wife Chris, Rochester, Todd BRYANT, Glendale, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Ashley BRADLEY, Shelby BRYANT, Brady BRYANT, all of Rochester; one sister, Connie and husband Kurt VANSTEENBERG, Rochester, and one brother, Wilbur STEFFY, Michigan City. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Wilodean LONG.

Services were 2 p.m. today at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Mark SPENCER officiating. Burial was at Athens Cemetery. Visitation was 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to the service. The American Legion and Manitou VFW post were in charge of military graveside rites.

Roy Chalmer Gibbons

Nov. 14, 1926-Oct. 14, 2003

Roy Chalmer GIBBONS, 76, 705 E. Fourth St., Rochester, died Tuesday at his home.

Born Nov. 14, 1926, in Aubbeenaubbee Township to L.J. and Mildred QUIVEY GIBBONS, he lived his entire life in this community. He married Nancy MOW. They divorced. He retired from the former Sealed Power Corp. in January of 1989 with 40 years of service. A graduate of Richland Center High School, he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Post 36, Manitou VFW Post 1343, the Fraternal Order of Eagles 852, and AARP, all in Rochester.

Survivors include one daughter, Susan M. MILLER, Rochester; three sons, Charles Mike GIBBONS and wife Theresa, Rochester, Timothy L. GIBBONS and wife Caroline, Matawan, Mich., David R. GIBBONS, Rochester; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Katherine and husband Harold HATTEN, Mishawaka; three brothers, Harold GIBBONS and wife Marjorie, Rochester, Robert GIBBONS and wife Joyce, Plymouth, and Frank GIBBONS and wife Jean, Cold Spring, Texas.

Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be in IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the service Saturday. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside rites. Memorials may be made to the American Legion Scholarship Fund or the Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship Fund.

Mildred J. Hale

Aug. 4, 1909-Oct. 15, 2003

Mildred J. HALE, 94, 2741 N. Salisbury St., West Lafayette, died at 5:08 a.m. Wednesday in Westminster Village, West Lafayette.

Born in Brazil, Ind., to William Arthur and Letha RAAB JOHNSON, she graduated from high school in Greencastle. She married Eugene HALE June 27, 1931, in Terre Haute. He was the retired owner of Hale Greenhouse, West Lafayette. He died July 4, 1989, in West Lafayette.

She was a full-time homemaker, wife and mother and a devoted member of First Christian Church, Lafayette. She also helped her husband in the greenhouse. In retirement, she was known for her colorful wood carvings of songbirds and for oil painting. She had been a resident of Westminster Village since 1984.

Survivors include a son, David A. HALE and wife Sharon, West Lafayette; a daughter, Lois E. and husband Hal HAMMEL, Rochester; three grandchildren, Tracey K. HALE, West Lafayette; Peiper R. and husband James WRIGHT, Aurora, Ill., Michael D. HAMMEL and wife Sherri, Rochester; one step-granddaughter Loretta A. WELSH, Goshen; a sister, Edith CORNELL, Greendale, Wis.; one great-grandson, Blayne Hale HAMMEL, Rochester; and 17 nieces and nephews including Chad JOHNSON and wife Jan, Lafayette.

She was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, Kenneth JOHNSON, Durham, N.C., George JOHNSON, Lake Station, Richard E. JOHNSON, Kettering, Ohio, and Paul JOHNSON, St. Louis, Mo.

Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Soller-Baker Funeral Home, 1184 Sagamore Parkway West, West Lafayette. Burial will be in the Tippecanoe Memory Gardens, West Lafayette. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Dorothy M. Sheetz

Dorothy M. SHEETZ, 82, died Tuesday at Harborside Healthcare Center, New Haven. Survivors include one son, Herbert L. SHEETZ Jr., Fort Wayne; two daughters, Sandra M. HERNANDEZ, Joyce A. MARSCHAND, both of Fort Wayne; and one brother, Edward SWANGO Jr., Florida. Services will be 11 a.m. Friday at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. today.

Friday, October 17, 2003

Marian D. Miller

April 11, 1927 - Oct. 15, 2003

Marian D. MILLER, 76, died Wednesday a her Perrysburg home.

Born on April 11, 1927, in Danville, Ill., to Lawrence and Lulu CONDIFF DeFORD, she married Glenn E. MILLER on June 6, 1946, at the Brethren Church, Peru.

She retired as telephone operator from Bell Telephone, Peru, and as secretary for Miller Sawmill, Perrysburg. She was a member of the House of Faith Church, Mexico, and past matron and secretary of Macy chapter No. 124 of the Order of Eastern Star.

Survivors include her husband, Glenn E. MILLER, Perrysburg; one son, Michael L. MILLER and wife Conchita, Mexico; three grandsons, John C. MILLER, Terre Haute, Aaron R. MILLER, David S. MILLER, both of Mexico; two sistrs, Virginia MYERS, Amboy, Suzane DeFORD, Decatur, Mich., and one brother, Larry DeFORD, Amboy.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at McClain funeral Home, Denver with Rev. Tom HARP

officiating. Burial will be at Perrysburg Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-6 p.m Sunday at the funeral home.

Saturday, October 18, 2003

Dirk L. Slusser

Dirk L. SLUSSER, 45, 9211 W. 100 North, Kewanna, passed away at 6:55 a.m. Friday in Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne.

Arrangements are pending at the Zimmerman Bros. Funeral home, Rochester.

Monday, October 20, 2003

Elizabeth M. Flory

Aug. 13, 1921-Oct. 19, 2003

Elizabeth M. FLORY, 82, died at 7:35 a.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.

Born on Aug. 13, 1921, to Ed and Opal MARGUESS BOWSER in Claypool, she married Marion FLORY on Feb. 18, 1939, in Bourbon. He died May 9, 2003.

They lived in South Bend for 50 years and then moved to Rochester for a few years before moving to Warsaw. She and her husband wintered in Texas several years. She was a homemaker and attended Otterbien United Methodist Church, Atwood.

Survivors include three sons, Ronald FLORY and wife Connie, Elgin, Texas, Dennis FLORY and wife Gail, Richmond, Kerry FLORY and wife Joanna, Mishawaka; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one brother, David BOWSER and wife Eileen, Mentone; and three sisters, Margaret BRUNER, Warsaw, Phyllis ALBER, Rochester, and Rebecca and husband Larry STAVEDAHL, Mentone. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Wayne BOWSER, Carl BOWSER, Earl BOWSER and Deverl BOWSER.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Richard GIRTON officiating. Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Warnie Howard

Jan. 31, 1923-Oct. 18, 2003

Warnie HOWARD, 80, 730 E. 12th St., Rochester, died at 11:40 p.m. Saturday at Veteran’s Administration Hospital, Fort Wayne. His health had been failing for two years.

Born on Jan. 31, 1923, to Alex and Caroline PRATER HOWARD in Prestonburg, Ky., he lived in Rochester for 60 years after moving from Prestonburg. He married Irene ADAMS on May 7, 1944, in Prestonburg. He was a molder from 1964-1985 at North Manchester Foundry. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Survivors include his wife, Irene HOWARD, at home; one daughter, Ruby Marie HOWARD, Rochester; two sons, Harold HOWARD and Clayton HOWARD, both of Rochester; five grandchildren, Heavenly SHAFFER, Chris HOWARD, Harold HOWARD II, all of Rochester, Zachary HOWARD, Jacob HOWARD, both of Plymouth; three great-granddaughters; and two sisters, Rosie OWENS, North Manchester, and Gladys SPARKS, Irontown, Ohio. He was preceded in death by five sisters, three brothers and his parents.

Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to the service. The American Legion and VFW Post will conduct military graveside rites.

Richard Peter Schmidt

July 2, 1954-Oct. 18, 2003

Richard Peter SCHMIDT, 49, 11238 W. 700 North, Culver, died at approximately 6 p.m. Saturday at his home following a sudden illness.

Born on July 2, 1954, in Winamac, to Frank W. and Marie A. DILLENBURG SCHMIDT, he lived in this area all his life. He married Regina WALLESKE on Aug. 11, 1984, in Rochester. He worked for the Fulton County Highway Department for over 20 years.

He was an avid outdoorsman who loved the environment. He was conscious of the earth and made improvements by planting trees and shrubs. He fought pollutors by serving as a member of the board of directors of Supporters To Oppose Pollution (STOP). He was also a NASCAR racing enthusiast. His family brought him the greatest joy of all.

He was a member of the Fulton County Hazardous Waste Committee and the Earthworks Board of Ancilla College. He attended Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester.

Survivors include his wife, Regina SCHMIDT, at home; one daughter, Brookelyn Walters SCHMIDT, at home; one step-son, Shannon M. GRUBE and wife Laurie, Akron; three sisters, Margaret and husband Bernard STUKENBORG, Goodson, Mo., Rose SCHMIDT, Watauga, Texas, Cathy ELEY, Argos; six brothers, Paul SCHMIDT and wife Carol, Monterey, Harold SCHMIDT and wife Patricia, Plymouth, John SCHMIDT and wife Judy, Plymouth, Jim SCHMIDT and wife Diana, St. Louis, Mo., Tom SCHMIDT and wife Rhea, Monterey, William SCHMIDT, Rochester; his father-in-law, Clarence WALLESKE and companion, Rosa HOOD, Thorntown; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and two feline companions, Timmy and Chuckie.

Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Monterey, with Father Bert WOOLFSON officiating. Burial will be at St. Anne’s Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home. A vigil prayer service will be at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the family.

Albert LeRoy Shotts Sr.

Oct. 15, 1926-Oct. 17, 2003

Albert LeRoy SHOTTS, Sr., 77, 2707 W. 450 North, Rochester, died at 9:50 p.m. Friday at Life Care Center, Rochester. His health had been failing since 1999.

Born on Oct. 15, 1926, to Elihau and Elizabeth CURTISS SHOTTS, he lived in this area all his life. He married Alice Jean HITTLE on Dec. 12, 1950, in Richland Center. She preceded him in death on Nov. 5, 1990. He retired from the Fulton County Highway Department. He was a Korean War veteran and a member of Talma United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Barbara MILLS, Nyona Lake; two sons, Ralph SHOTTS and wife Paula, Rochester, Robert Wayne SHOTTS and wife Jackie, Lake Placid, Fla.; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Frances UPTON, Logansport, Florence and husband Marvin ARMY, North Manchester, and Margaret RAY, Indianapolis. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and one son, Albert SHOTTS Jr. on Oct. 27, 2000, one brother and two sisters.

Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Mr. Ralph SHOTTS officiating. Burial will be at Richland Center IOOF Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Dirk L. Slusser

Aug. 16, 1958-Oct. 17, 2003

Dirk L. SLUSSER, 45, 9211 W. 100 North, Kewanna, passed away at 6:55 a.m. Friday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

The son of Ralph and Doris NETHERCUTT SLUSSER, he was born Aug. 16, 1958, in Cass County. On July 22, 1994, in Rochester, he married Teresa Beattie, who survives.

He was retired from Daimler Chrysler Corp., Kokomo, and was a member of Kewanna United Methodist Church, Manitou Moose Lodge and Rochester Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge. He enjoyed reading and crafts.

Surviving with his wife are his parents, Ralph and Doris SLUSSER, Logansport; two sons, Patrick and Joshua SLUSSER, Logansport; one step-son, Kevin KENNEDY, Kewanna; one sister, Jane and husband Bill JOHNS, Logansport; two brothers, Craig SLUSSER and wife Teresa, Logansport, Parker SLUSSER and wife Dawn, Bringhurst; and his mother-in-law, Suzanne BEATTIE, Rochester. Preceding him in death were his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Private family graveside services will be Tuesday at Rochester IOOF Cemetery with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. No visitation is planned. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to Riley Children’s Hospital.

Tuesday, October 21, 2003

Diana M. Ryther

Dec. 29, 1911-Oct. 20, 2003

Diana M. RYTHER, 91, 1535 E. Ninth St., Rochester, died at noon Monday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth.

She was born December 29, 1911 in Ford River, Mich., to Nells and Marie PIPIN LEBOMBARD. She married Victor J. RYTHER in Crown Point. He preceded her in death on Jan. 5, 1999.

She was a member of Faith Outreach Center, Rochester. During World War II, she worked at various jobs.

Survivors include three daughters, Lorraine and husband Charles YOUNG, Arizona, Dorothy and husband Gus LAMANTIA, Hobart, Marilyn and husband William DUHNOVSKY, Rochester; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Irene ROACH, Gladstone, Mich.; and several nieces and nephews. One brother and two sisters preceded her in death.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Dan MUNDT officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Faith Outreach Center, Rochester.
Albert Leroy Shotts, Sr.

Oct. 15, 1926-Oct. 17, 2003

Albert Leroy SHOTTS, Sr., 77, 2707 W. 450 North, Rochester, died at 9:50 p.m. Friday at Life Care Center, Rochester. His health had been failing since 1999.

Born on Oct. 15, 1926, to Elihau and Elizabeth CURTISS SHOTTS, he lived in this area all his life. He married Alice Jean HITTLE on Dec. 12, 1950, in Richland Center. She preceded him in death on Nov. 5, 1990. He retired from the Fulton County Highway Department. He was a Korean War veteran and a member of Talma United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Barbara MILLS, Nyona Lake; two sons, Ralph SHOTTS and wife Paula, Rochester, Robert Wayne SHOTTS and wife Jackie, Lake Placid, Fl.; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Frances UPTON, Logansport, Florence and husband Marvin ARMY, North Manchester, and Margaret RAY, Indianapolis. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, and one son, Albert SHOTTS Jr. on Oct. 27, 2000, one brother and two sisters.

Services were 10 a.m. today at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Mr. Ralph SHOTTS officiating. Burial was at Richland Center IOOF Cemetery. Visitation was Monday.

Wednesday, October 22, 2003

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Thursday, October 23, 2003

Joy Lee Hunter

April 1, 1932-Oct. 22, 2003

Joy Lee HUNTER, 71, 1895 W. Olson Rd., Rochester, died at 2:20 p.m. Wednesday at her home.

Her health had been failing for five years.

Born on April 1, 1932, to Fred and Ada Belle HUFF McGLOTHIN in Walton, she lived most of her life in this community. On Aug. 12, 1949, she married Alvin F. “Kelly” Hunter in Rochester. He preceded her in death on July 9, 1990. She worked in the dietary department at Woodlawn Hospital for 10 years.

Survivors include one daughter, Shawn and husband John OVERMYER, Rochester; one son, Stephen K. HUNTER and wife Sherry, Clearwater, Fla.; six grandchildren, Dana DAVIS, Lancaster, Pa., Amanda and husband Charles FELDA, Rochester, Kelley DAVIS, Rochester, Kary HUNTER, Rochester, Michelle and husband Tom ECKHOFF, Lake Station, Megan and husband Fred RENTSCHLER, Merrillville; 13 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Ella and husband John RICHARDS, Daytona, Fla. She was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters, Ruth, Elsie, Pearl and Bertha and two brothers, John and Woody McGLOTHIN.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Pastor Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at Moon Cemetery, eight miles west of Rochester. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour before services. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Foundation.

Whitten Reffett Jr.

Aug. 27, 1927-Oct. 19, 2003

Whitten “Whitt” REFFETT Jr. 76, 8081 Sparta-Springwater Road, Springwater, N.Y., passed away Sunday evening at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, N.Y.

He was born Aug. 27, 1927 in Pyramid, Ky., the son of Whitten and Lucinda RATTLIFF REFFETT Sr. He resided in Pyramid until he was 10 years old. He then moved to Fulton where he lived until he entered the armed forces. He served his country during World War II as a firefighter for the U.S. Army. He entered the service Dec. 22, 1945 and was honorably discharged May 17, 1947. He received the Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon and the World War II Victory Medal.

Subsequent to his career in the Army, he moved back to Fulton where he resided until he was 58 years old. At that time, he moved to the Springwater, N.Y. area. During his life, he enjoyed different areas of employment. He spent time as a farmer and as a marketing representative for different book companies. He was awarded the Golden Book from Mutual of Omaha as their top sales representative from 1971-1978. It was often said that Whitt could turn a penny into a dollar and if you wanted to know how to make money you needed to know him. He was a member of the Springwater American Legion Post 905 and the Danville V.F.W. of U.S. No. 6780.

Of significance for him was that he opened a school named Operation U Turn. Operation U Turn was designed to assist individuals with substance abuse. He was instrumental in assisting many people to achieve sobriety and in saving their lives. He also would travel to local schools and speak on the issues of substance abuse.

Survivors include one son, Ronald REFFETT and wife Jamie, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; two daughters, Rhonda and husband Mike SCHLIENGER, Lake Placid, Fla., Cathy and husband Allen LAWRENCE, Kokomo; seven grandchildren, Gregory, Amber, Jimmy, and Brittany REFFETT, Marine Corporal James SCHLIENGER and wife Kelly, Jennifer SCHLIENGER, Ashley WILBORN; one great-grandchild, Tatianna SCHLIENGER; two sisters, Kelsa and husband Phil CARR, Lottie and husband Clete KOTTERMAN; two brothers, Shannon REFFETT and wife Ida, Paul REFFETT and wife Donna; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at St. George-Stanton Funeral Home, Wayland, N.Y, with Rev. Dennis SWART of Springwater Church of the Nazarene officiating. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-1 p.m. before services.

Local services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-1 p.m. before services. Burial will be at Fulton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Rd. North, Rochester, N.Y. 14609 or to the Vincent House, 310 Second Ave., Wayland, N.Y. 14572.

Friday, October 24, 2003

J. Frederick Hoffman

J. Frederick HOFFMAN, 81, 6210 N. 700 East, Lafayette, died Monday aboard a cruise ship near Santiago, Chili.

He was a prominent attorney with Hoffman, Luhman & Masson Attorneys at Law, Lafayette, and a former Rochester resident.

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home.

Joy Lee Hunter

April 1, 1932 - Oct. 22, 2003

Joh Lee HUNTER, 71, 1895 W Olson Rd., Rochesrter, died at 2:20 p.m.Wednesday at her home.

Her health had been failing for five years.

Born on April 1, 1932, to Fred and Ada Belle HUFF McGLOTHIN in Walton, she lived most of her life in this community. On Aug.12, 1949, she married Alvin F. “Kelly” HUNTER in Rochester. He prceded her in death on July 9, 1990. She worked in the Dietary department at Woodlawn Hospitl for 10 years.

Survivors include one daughter, Shawn and husband John OVERMYER, Rochester; one son, Stephen K. HUNTER and wife Sherry, Clearwater, Fla.; six grandchildren, Dana DAVIS, Lancaster, Pa., Amanda and husband Charles FELDA, Rochester, Kelley DAVIS, Rochester, Kary HUNTER, Rochester, Michele and husband Tom ECKHOFF, Lake Station, Megan and husband Fred RENTSCHLER, Merrillville; 13 great-grandchildren; one sister, Ella and husband John RICHARDS, Daytona, Fla.; and one brother, Fred McGLOTHIN, Rochester. She was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters, Ruth, Elsie, Pearl and Bertha and two brothers, John and Woody McGLOTHIN.

Services were 10:30 a.m. today at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Pastor Woody SLADE officiating. Burial was at Moon Cemetery, eight miles west of Rochester. Visitation was 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour before services. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Cancer Foundation.

Saturday, October 25, 2003

Greeta Lavina Allen Landis

Dec. 1, 1911 - Oct. 24, 2003

Greeta Lavina ALLEN LANDIS, 91, 400 W. 7th St., North Manchester, died at 8:44 a.m. Friday at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester.

Survivors include two daughters, Janet KIRPATRICK and Karen WAGERS.

Services are at 2 p.m. Oct. 31 at Grandstaff-HZentgen Min Street Chapel, Wabash with Dr Janice FULBRIGHT officiating. Burial will be at Elwood Cemetery.

J. Frederick Hoffman

Prominent Lafayette attorney J. Frederick HOFFMAN, founder and senior partner of the Hoffman, Luhman & Masson PC and its predecessors, age 81, of 6210 N. 700 East, Lafayette, died Monday while on a cruise with his wife, Patricia [HOFFMAN], near Santiago, Chile.

Arrangements are pending the return of his remains to the United States at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Monday, October 27, 2003

Kenneth A. Hinderlider

March 19, 1933-Oct. 25, 2003

Kenneth A. HINDERLIDER, 70, Kewanna, died at 4:30 a.m. Saturday at his home.

Born on Mar. 19, 1933, to Raymond K. and Agnes E. HARRIS HINDERLIDER in Morocco, he graduated from Earlville, Ill., High School in 1951. He married Betty L. PETERS at Pleasant Hill Church, Lake Bruce, on Oct. 11, 1952.

He retired as a truck driver from ABI, Plymouth. He also delivered gas and fuel oil for 25 years as owner of Ken’s Fuel Service and owned Hinderlider Trucking Co. for 20 years.

He coached Little League for six years, and helped with the family farm. He was a lifetime member of VFW James Talbott Post 1121. He served in the Armed Forces during the Korean War.

Survivors include his wife; two sons, Steven HINDERLIDER, Kewanna, Kevin HINDERLIDER, Rochester; one daughter, Cynthia BOWYER, Kewanna; six grandsons; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, with Rev. Janet LUCHS officiating. Burial will be at Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna.

Visitation will be 4-8 today and after 8 a.m. Tuesday until the service. Graveside military services will be conducted. Memorials may be made to Kewanna VFW Post.

Greeta Lavina Allen Landis

Dec. 1, 1911-Oct. 24, 2003

Greeta Lavina ALLEN LANDIS, 91, 400 W. Seventh St., North Manchester, died at 8:44 a.m. Friday at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester.

She was born Dec. 1, 1911 to James Franklin and Eliza Emmaline HESTER ETCHISON in Elwood, and raised there. She married Lawrence ALLEN on March 22, 1933. They moved to Wabash in 1951. He died July 13, 1976. She then married Fred LANDIS on Oct. 15, 1977. He died March 5, 1993.

She was a graduate of Elwood High School, a housewife and homemaker who loved to bake for her family. She was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Wabash Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, including the Past Matron’s Club, and the Lagro Century Club.

Survivors include two daughters, Janet and husband William KIRKPATRICK, Andrews, Karen WAGERS, Wabash; four granddaughters, Roxy and husband Tony ROSER, Lagro, Lisa and husband Brent PAXTON, Silver Lake, Brenda and husband Steve HOLZINGER, Warren, Janet and husband Brian CHAMBERLAIN, Urbana; three grandsons, Lalon ALLEN and wife Tammy, Lagro, Sgt. Allen KIRKPATRICK and wife Bridgett, Germany, and Lt. Cdr. Norman METZGER and wife Geri, Norfolk, Va.; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Lloyd E. ALLEN, three brothers, three sisters, and one great-granddaughter, Ashley KIRKPATRICK.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Main Street Chapel, 86 E. Main St., Wabash, with Dr. Janice FULBRIGHT officiating. Burial will be at Elwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Asbury United Methodist Church. The memorial guestbook may be signed online at grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Juana Marie Smith Robinson

Dec. 30, 1919-Oct. 23, 2003

Juana Marie SMITH, 83, Kansas Masonic Home, died Thursday in Wichita, Kan.

She was born Dec. 30, 1919, in Macy, to Harvey and Zoe NYE SMITH. A former resident of Macy, she spent most of her life in the Murdock, Kan., community.

On July 19, 1941, she married Bayard T. ROBINSON Sr. in Las Vegas, Nev. He survives. She was a retired banker and member of the United Methodist Church, Murdock, and the Order of the Eastern Star Grand Chapter 124, Macy.

Survivors include a daughter, Linda K. HALBERT; two grandsons, Bret and Chad ROBINSON; two great-grandaughters, Emaleigh and Caitlin ROBINSON; one great-grandson, Braeden ROBINSON, all of Wichita. She was preceded in death by one son, Bayard Trussell ROBINSON Jr. and two brothers, Glen and Harvey SMITH.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the United Methodist Church, Murdock, with Pastor David RAGLAND officiating. Burial will be at Murdock Cemetery. Visitation was Sunday noon-8 p.m. with the family receiving visitors from 3-5 p.m. Visitation will also be today noon-8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Macy Chapter 124 OES, Macy, IN 46951, the Murdock United Methodist Church and the Kansas Masonic Home in care of Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N. Main St., Kingman, KS 67068.

Janice L. Dluzak

Janice L. DLUZAK, 59, Rochester, died today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Tuesday, October 28, 2003

Janice L. Dluzak

April 19, 1944-Oct. 27, 2003

Janice L. DLUZAK, 59, 1253 N. 300 West, Rochester, died at 2:05 a.m. Monday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born on April 19, 1944, to Basil L. and Frances L. IMLER ALLEN in Young America, she married David M. DLUZAK on June 17, 1965, in Rochester. He survives.

Mrs. Dluzak was a cashier and grocery clerk for more than 30 years at Kroger and the former Lynn’s and Wilt’s supermarkets. A member of the Burton United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women, she graduated from Rochester High School in 1962. Since her retirement in 1994, she enjoyed traveling.

Survivors include her husband; three daughters; Catherine M. DLUZAK, Hatfield, Pa., Emily L. and husband Kevin BROWN, Rochester, Harriett DLUZAK, Orlando, Fla.; two granddaughters, Laura E. and Kara L. BROWN, both of Rochester; one sister, Vera M. STANTON, Indianapolis; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her father in 1970 and her mother in 1995.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Will LAWSON officiating. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. today and one hour prior to the services on Wednesday. Memorials may be made to Burton United Methodist Church.

Joeanna M. McGee

May 14, 1905-Oct. 27, 2003

Joeanna M. McGEE, 98, Ossian, died Monday at Bluffton Regional Medical Center.

Born on May 14, 1905, to Harvey and Bessie DICKERHOFF KRIEG in Fulton County, she married Charley E. McGEE on Dec. 20, 1930, in Rochester. He died Jan. 11, 1974.

She retired as superintendent of nurses from Wells Community Hospital in 1972. She also worked as a surgical nurse and obstetrics nurse. She enjoyed crocheting and was a member of Ossian United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Marlene L. MARTIN, Ossian, nine granchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, two step grandchildren, three step great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Mauri McGEE, three sisters and one brother.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home, 120 W. Mill St., Ossian, with Rev. Tim DILLEY and Rev. Doug HADLEY officiating. Burial will be at Oak Lawn Cemetery, Ossian. Visitation will be Wednesday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Ossian United Methodist Church Building Fund.

Wednesday, October 29, 2003

Richard D. Bradway

July 22, 1936-Oct. 27, 2003

Richard D. BRADWAY, 67, died Monday at his Lakeland, Fla., home.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon BRADWAY, Lakeland; two sons, Jerry and Bruce BRADWAY, both of Lakeland; one daughter, Laura HOWARD, Auburndale, Fla.; three brothers, Bob BRADWAY, Rochester, Dale BRADWAY, Warsaw, Ray BRADWAY, Kokomo; and one sister, Pauline YAKLEY, South Bend.

A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Hickory Hills Manor Clubhouse, Lakeland, Fla., with Lakeland Funeral Home handling the arrangements.

J. Frederick Hoffman

April 2, 1922-Oct. 20, 2003

J. Frederick HOFFMAN, 81, Lafayette, and Sonoita, Ariz., died Monday, Oct. 20, in Santiago, Chile.

Born April 2, 1922, in Rochester, he graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Michigan in 1944, attended the Rackham School of Graduate Studies at the University of Michigan and received his law degree from Harvard University in 1947.

He practiced law in Chicago, Ill., from 1947 through 1955. He practiced law in Lafayette from 1957 until his death, as senior and founding partner of the law firm of Hoffman, Luhman & Masson PC, and its predecessors. He served as Tippecanoe County Attorney from 1971 to 1982, and again from 1995 to 1997.

He was a member of the American Bar Association, the Indiana State Bar Association, the Indianapolis Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association. He was a member and past president of the Tippecanoe County Bar Association and was a member of the American Trial Lawyers Association and the American Judicature Society. He was also a Fellow of the Indiana Bar Foundation. A tireless supporter of the provision of legal assistance for the poor, he was a founding member and past president of the Legal Aid Corporation of Tippecanoe County, serving on its board for 25 years, and was recipient of the Indiana State Bar Association’s Pro Bono Publico award. As a member of the Bar Association of the Seventh Federal Circuit, he served as

general chairman of its Committee on Defense of Indigents from 1967 to 1971, and as its treasurer from 1979 to 1987.

Active in civic affairs, he was named a Sagamore of the Wabash by Governor Frank O’Bannon and was long-time director of Farmers and Merchants Bank, Rochester. He also served as director of Meals on Wheels, Visiting Nurses, Tippecanoe Arts Federation, Wildcat Creek Foundation and was active in many other community organizations. He was a member of the Michigan and Harvard Alumni Associations and the Indiana Society of Chicago.

His many interests included history, opera and ornithology. He regularly attended performances of the Lyric Opera in Chicago and the Indiana University Opera. He was renowned for his interest and expertise in animal husbandry and farming, owning farms in Fulton and Tippecanoe Counties, and spending many summers on his working ranch near Hanna, Wyo.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia BENNETT HOFFMAN, with whom he traveled extensively in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, and most recently to Tahiti, the Marquesas Islands and Easter Island.

A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 14 at Soller-Baker Funeral Home, 400 Twyckenham Blvd, Lafayette. Memorials may be made to the Greater Lafayette Community Foundation designated for the J. Frederick Hoffman Fund, P.O. Box 225, Lafayette, IN 47902, or the the charity of one’s choice.

Thursday, October 30, 2003

Wilma M. Byfield

Wilma M. BYFIELD, 97, 708 S. Market St., Winamac, died Wednesday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Bernice C. Hoffman

Feb. 29, 1908-Oct. 29, 2003

Bernice C. HOFFMAN, 95, 1419 College Ave., Rochester, died at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Hospice House of St. Joseph County, South Bend.

Born Feb. 29, 1908, to Harley L. and Clara GRAY CARR in Rochester,

she married Delbert A. HOFFMAN on Oct. 22, 1927, in South Bend. He preceded her in death on Aug. 12, 1980.

She was a member of the First Christian Church, Rochester, the CWF group at the church and a 50-year member of the Evergreen Rebekah Lodge.

Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Richard (Patricia Joan) CLARY, Rochester; two sons, Arthur L. HOFFMAN and wife Lela, Rochester, Billy D. HOFFMAN and friend Jean NAVETTA, Citrus Springs, Fla.; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Russell Dean CARR, Kewanna. Preceding her in death were one granddaughter, Jane Ann CLARY, on Jan. 6, 1954, and four brothers, Howard, Robert, Weldon and Byron CARR.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home with Rev. Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at the Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour before services Saturday. Memorials may be made to Rochester First Christian Church or the Hospice House of St. Joseph County.

Catherine P. Overmyer

Catherine P. OVERMYER, 77, 5123 N. 600 West, Rochester, died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Kenneth D. Gilbert Sr.

April 29, 1946-Oct. 29, 2003

Kenneth D. GILBERT Sr., 57, 9752 West Canal Dr., Rochester, died Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy R. GILBERT, Rochester; two sons, Kenneth D. GILBERT Jr., Rochester, Donald D. GILBERT, Kewanna; three daughters, Brenda HARDIN, Tennessee, Kelly HOAGLAND, Kewanna, Aliceson ARNDT, Rochester; and four sisters, Roberta ISOM, Plymouth, Joan HUMES, Knox, Nancy ALLEN, Plymouth, and Donna COXS, Bremen.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-2 p.m. before the service.

Lawrence Joseph Shanklin

Nov. 13, 1927-Oct. 29, 2003

Lawrence Joseph SHANKLIN, 75, Rochester, died at 12:08 p.m. Wednesday at the Veterans Administration Illiana Health Care Center in Danville, Ill.

Born on Nov. 13, 1927, to Lawrence Leo and Evelyn Florence NAGLE SHANKLIN in St. Paul, Minn., he married Patricia Louise FRYER on March 25, 1950, in Hudson, Wis.

He was a former resident of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Missouri. He was a contractor, farmer and maintenance worker for hospitals and nursing homes. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Rochester, a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II and a member of American Legion Post No. 36.

Survivors include his wife, Patricia L. SHANKLIN, Rochester; two daughters, Deborah COWLES, Hudson, Wis., and Mary Jo COWLES, Dallas, Texas; two sons, Timothy SHANKLIN and wife Yvonne, Donaldson, Paul SHANKLIN and wife Heather, Rochester; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, June CRUMP and Maxine DeVOL.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at St. John Lutheran Church, Rochester, with Rev. James WASMUTH officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester, where American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside services. Visitation will be 9-11 a.m. Monday at the church. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home is handling funeral arrangements.

Friday, October 31, 2003

J. Frederick Hoffman

Graveside services for J. Frederick HOFFMAN, 81, of Lafayette and Sonoita, Arizona, and formerly of Rochester, will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the Rochester IOOF Cemetery with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating.

Memorials may be made to the Greater Lafayette Community Foundation, designated for the J. Frederick Hoffman Fund, P.O. Box 225, Lafayette, IN 47902 or to the charity of one’s choice.

Mr. Hoffman died Monday, Oct. 20 in Santiago, Chile.

Foster & Good Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Catherine P. Overmyer

May 9, 1926-Oct. 29, 2003

Catherine P. OVERMYER, 77, 5123 N. 600 West, Rochester, died at 7:25 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, where she had been a patient since Monday.

Her health had been failing for the past year.

Born on May 9, 1926, to Raymond and Mildred ZECHIEL DITMIRE in Delong, she was a lifetime resident of this area. On June 17, 1945, she married Harry John OVERMYER in the home of her parents in Delong.

She was an employee of the Culver Community School Corporation where she had worked in the school food services department for a number of years. She also assisted in the operation of the family farm near Leiters Ford. She was a homemaker. Her passion was quilting.

She was a member of Whippoorwill Community Church where she had been very active in the church choir. She was also a member of the Fulton County Farm Bureau.

Survivors include her husband, Harry John OVERMYER, at home; two daughters, Kay and husband Larry HEATER, Rochester, Judy and husband Gordon MOSS, Kokomo; two sons, Carl OVERMYER and wife Raenae, Rochester, Dale OVERMYER and wife Faye, Rochester; 14 grandchildren, Shane, John and Candice HEATER, Karen, Loretta and Nathan MOSS, David OVERMYER and wife Angie, Grace, Hannah and Ben OVERMYER, Shannon and husband John KEGARISE, Christine and husband Scott McMINN, Angela OVERMYER, Phillip OVERMYER and wife Pamala, five great-grandchildren; four sisters, Ruth THOMAS, South Bend, Doris and husband Gus BRENNER, South Bend, Jean TRIPLET, Culver, Jane HARTLE, Argos; and three brothers, Fred DITMIRE and wife Millie, Rochester, Norman DITMIRE and wife Janet, South Bend, and Lee DITMIRE, Culver.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Rev. Brian SEWELL officiating. Burial will be at Leiters Ford Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. today and one hour before services Saturday. Memorials may be made to Whippoorwill Community Church.

Saturday, November 1, 2003

Sylvia F. Cummins

June 18, 1915 - Oct. 30, 2003

Sylvia F. CUMMINS, 88, 905 Berkley St., Plymouth, died Thursday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, of natural causes.

Survivors include four daughtters, Clara WINTERS, Rochester, Wanda HELIENE, Terre Haute, Linda ANDERS, Plymouth, and Jean GRAHAM, Plymouth; and four sons, Jack CUMMINS, Bourbon, Ray CUMMINS, Mishawaka, Jim CUMMINS, Plymouth, and Steve CUMMINS, Etna Green.

Services are Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Daniel M. Hopkins, Sr.

April 22, 1907 - Oct. 30, 2003

Daniel Marion HOPKINS, Sr., 96, of Twelve Mile, died at 1:45 p.m. Thursday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport.

Born April 22, 1907 in Cass County, he was the son of George Fredrick and Myrtle CALLENDER HOPKINS. On October 27, 1928 he was married by the late C.F. GOLDEN to Velma Lucille WORKING at the home of her parents. She preceded in death.

He was a retired dairy farmer, helping his family with the farming until he was 83. He was an 80 year member of the Twelve Mile United Methodist Church, Twelve Mile, and a 75 year member of the Royal Center Masonic Lodge # 585 F&AM, Royal Center, receiving his 75 year award Sept. 27, 2003. He was a 32 degree member of the Fort Wayne Valley Scottish Rite, a charter member of the Twelve Mile Lions Club, and a member of the Cass County Farm Bureau.

Mr. Hopkins served as Adams Township Trustee for 12 years after being elected in 1942. He was one of the founders of the Caston Consolidated School Corporation.

Even though he was unable to go to church on Sunday, he enjoyed listening to Christian Broadcasts on television. He also enjoyed playing euchre and babysitting his grandchildren when they were little.

Survivors include a daughter, Carol BURK and husband Bob of Logansport; a son, Daniel Marion HOPKINS, Jr., and his wife Sharon of Twelve Mile; 5 grandchildren: Lori RAYL and husband Kraig; Scott BURK; Karen SKINNER and husband Mike; Kerry HOPKINS and wife Tine and Karmen BYERS; 15 great-grandchildren. 2 sisters: Eva Jess POWNALL, Travis [sic] City, MI.; Jeanne MILLS, LaFontaine.

He was preceded in death by his wife, a daughter, Fairy Ann HOPKINS and seven siblings.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at McClain Funeral Hoime, Denver with Brother Mike CANTRELL officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico.

Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Monday, November 3, 2003

Gene Day

Gene DAY, 70, Harlingen, Texas, died Sept. 27 at Valley Baptist Medical Center, Harlingen, Texas.

Survivors include his wife, Ana DAY, Harlingen, Texas; three sons, Randy DAY, North Manchester, Rick DAY, Rodney DAY, North Manchester; six sisters, Phyllis VEHNEKAMP, North Manchester, Peggy McCULLOUGH, Logansport, Annie HUDSON, Roann, Esta GULLETT, North Manchester, Darla EADS, and LoLitta CAUSEY, both of Arizona; and two brothers, Morris DAY, North Manchester, William DAY, Roann.

Memorial service will be at 6 p.m. Saturday at Christian Heritage Church, 111 Falls Ave., Wabash.
Margaret V. Schultz

Aug. 4, 1931-Oct. 31, 2003

Margaret V. SCHULTZ, 72, 64 W. Third St., Peru, died Friday at 11:35 p.m. at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born on Aug. 4, 1931, to Joseph W. and Ellen G. STONE SNAY in Mt. Clemens, Mich., she married John L. SCHULTZ on Sept. 27, 1949. He died on March 24, 1998.

She was a homemaker and member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Peru.

Survivors include six daughters, Cheryl and husband Richard LANCASTER, Peru, Patricia and husband Jay CANNON, Peru, Wilma SCHULTZ, Peru, Donna and husband Larry LONG, Wichita, Kan., JoEllen SCHULTZ, Wabash, Marlene and husband John COOTS, Wabash; one son, John L. SCHULTZ and wife Mary, Rochester; five brothers, Thomas SNAY, Gilbert SNAY, Jim SNAY, Patrick SNAY, all of Logansport, Gerald SNAY, Florida; five sisters, Florence RUSH, Ellen ZEIDER, Judith HIZER, all of Logansport, Ruth JACKSON, Joan PARSONS, both of Mt. Clemens, Mich.; 20 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Peru, with Pastor William BARLOW officiating. Burial will be at Lutheran Cemetery, Peru. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru.

Howard Eugene Wildermuth Sr.

March 5, 1917-Nov. 2, 2003

Howard Eugene WILDERMUTH Sr., 86, 109 N. Armstrong St., Colfax, formerly of Fulton County, died Sunday at Clinton House, Frankfort.

Born March 5, 1917, to Floyd Franklin and Cleo Ethel GROSS WILDERMUTH in Fulton County, he married Juanita McDANIEL SHIRAR on May 4, 1974, in Plainfield.

He was a truck driver and worked many years in Lafayette for Teamsters Local 543. He was a member of the United Brethren Church, Fulton, and served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II.

Survivors include his wife, Juanita WILDERMUTH, Colfax; five sons, Don CONRAD, Texas, Geno WILDERMUTH, Georgia, Howard E. WILDERMUTH Jr., Star City, Robert WILDERMUTH, Logansport, Harold “Jay” WILDERMUTH, Petersburg; one daughter, Judy McDONALD, Clearwater, Fla.; three stepchildren, David SHIRAR, Mooresville, Jack SHIRAR, Lafayette, Susan PING, Plainfield; four grandchildren and two stepgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son and one brother.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Archer-Weston Funeral Home, 501 E. Clinton St., Frankfort, with Rev. Tim WALKER officiating. Burial will be at the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Darlington. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Fern Zabst

Oct. 17, 1910-Nov. 1, 2003

Fern ZABST, 93, 2211 Indiana 14 East, Rochester, died at 6:30 a.m. Saturday at Howard Community Hospital, Kokomo.

Born on Oct. 17, 1910, to Harry and Glennie YORK GOLDEN in Logansport, she married Eldon E. ZABST on Aug. 16, 1941, in Fulton. He died on July 28, 1992.

She worked for the former H.W. Gossard Co., Logansport.

Survivors include one daughter, Elaine and husband Jim HOGLUND, Rochester; one son, Jerry ZABST and wife Carol, Kokomo; four grandchildren, Laura SUMMERFIELD, Noblesville, Bradley ZABST, Peru, Janelle ZABST, Kokomo, Chris HOGLUND, Rochester Hills, Mich.; one

great-granddaughter, Abbey SUMMERFIELD; one sister, Goldie BOWMAN, Logansport. She was preceded in death by four sisters and one brother.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at Fulton Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today and 9-11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Tuesday, November 4, 2003

Dora E. Shewman

Oct. 10, 1915-Nov. 3, 2003

Dora E. SHEWMAN, 88, 814 E. Walnut St., Akron, died at 8:05 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born on Oct. 10, 1915, to Fred and Grace HEETER ROWE in Fulton County, she married Edward SHEWMAN on April 13, 1935.

She was a homemaker and had enjoyed doing oil paintings for 25 years. She was a member of Akron United Methodist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Edward SHEWMAN, Akron; two sons, Fred SHEWMAN and wife Helen, Cascade, Mont., Andy SHEWMAN and wife Nancy, North Manchester; two sisters, Eva and husband Alfred MATHIESON, Akron, Josephine McCONNELL, Scottsdale, Ariz.; six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Howard ROWE.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. William SHEWMAN and Rev. Stevan HAIFLICH officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Randall Eugene Westwood

Oct. 15, 1927-Nov. 3, 2003

Randall Eugene WESTWOOD, 76, Lakeland, Fla., died Monday at Meadow View Life Center, Lakeland.

Born on Oct. 15, 1927, to Fred and Ruth WESTWOOD in Rochester, he was a barber and then a salesman for Wilson Fertilizer & Grain Inc. for 18 years. He moved to Lakeland in 1991.

He was a past president of the Rochester Lion’s Club, served on the Rochester City Council for 12 years and was a director of Indiana Lion’s Eye Bank. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Lakeland.

Survivors include his wife, Carol WESTWOOD, Lakeland; two daughters, Susan FRANZEN, Valrico, Fla., Jill and husband Rich SOWDER, Carmel; one sister, Karen WINTERROWD, Rochester; and four grandchildren, Scott FRANZEN, Plant City, Fla., Matt SOWDER, Bloomington, and Kyle and Stacey FRANZEN, Ashburn, Va. He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandsons, Craig and Christopher SOWDER.

Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Lakeland Funeral Home, Lakeland. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church of Lakeland Building Fund or a charity of one’s choice.

Albert M. Price

A memorial service for Albert M. PRICE, 9200 Coach House Lane, Estero, Fla., who died Aug. 29 in Estero will be at 2 p.m. Dec. 7, at Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester.

Mr. Price lived in Akron and was employed by Akron Exchange State Bank from 1946 to 1967 when he moved to Rochester to work at First National Bank, now Wells Fargo. He retired in 1980. He and his wife, Mary, moved to Ft. Myers, Fla. in 1990.

Wednesday, November 5, 2003

John Erwin Kreisle

March 1, 1924-Nov. 4, 2003

John Erwin KREISLE, 79, 3835 Burberry Drive North, Lafayette, and formerly of Rochester, died at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday in Home Hospital, Lafayette.

Born March 1, 1924, to Erwin F. and Nora Ellen SCULL KREISLE in Tell City, he married Wilnetta Jean “Billie” ADAMSON on June 14, 1947, in Rochester.

He was owner and manager of the former Consumers Fuel and Supply Co., Rochester, from 1948 to 1955, and a retired mechanical engineer manager.

He received a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue in 1948 and was a member of the Delta Upsilon fraternity. During World War II, he served as a navigator with the U.S. Army Air Force and received the Distinguished Flying Cross. In Rochester, he was a member of First Presbyterian Church, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Elks and Moose Lodges. He was chairman of the 1953 Rochester Centennial and a past president of the Rochester Lion’s Club.

Survivors include his wife, Wilnetta KREISLE; two daughters, Regina A. KREISLE, Ph.D. M.D., Lafayette, Jennifer K. KREISLE, Lafayette; one son, John Mark KREISLE and wife Sheila, Appleton, Wis.; and six grandchildren. Preceding him in death were two sisters, Kathryn KREISLE and Jeanne MATTHEWS.

Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Friday at IOOF Cemetery with Rev. Ben WHITFIELD officiating. Rochester American Legion and VFW posts will conduct military graveside rites. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Larry G. McCall

Nov. 3, 1937-Oct. 30, 2003

Larry G. McCALL, 65, Jacksonville, Fla., and formerly of Rochester, died Friday at his home.

Survivors include his wife, Janet McCALL, Jacksonville; two sons, Tim McCALL and Mike McCALL, both of Lodi, Ohio; one brother, Jay McCALL, Rochester; one sister, June BERQUIST, Massillon, Ohio.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Parker Funeral Home, Lodi, Ohio. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Thursday, November 6, 2003

Marion W. Gohn

Marion W. GOHN, 97, 1245 Bittersweet Lane, Rochester, died at 6:30 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Ernest E. Whirledge

Dec. 26, 1924-Nov. 4, 2003

Ernest E. WHIRLEDGE, 78, 2611 Berkey Ave., Goshen, died unexpectedly of natural causes at 11:35 p.m. Tuesday at Goshen General Hospital.

Born on Dec. 26, 1924, to Leo and Ethel BOWMAN WHIRLEDGE in LaGrange County, he was a lifelong resident of that area. On May 4, 1947, he married Phyllis SWIHART at the West Goshen Church of the Brethren. She survives.

He was a maintenance worker at Johnson Controls, Goshen. He retired in March 1989 after more than 40 years of service. He was a member of the West Goshen Church of the Brethren where he was very active in different positions within the church. He was a former 4-H leader and served in the U.S. Marines during World War II.

Survivors include his wife, Phyllis WHIRLEDGE, Goshen; three sons, Michael WHIRLEDGE and wife Peggy, Rochester, Richard WHIRLEDGE, Goshen, Ed WHIRLEDGE and wife Debbie, Goshen; six granddaughters; one great-granddaughter; two sisters, Violet MEL, Shipshewana, Dorothy and husband James BIGLER, Goshen; and one brother, Willis WHIRLEDGE and wife Sherry, Goshen. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth DANIELS, Grace DARR and two brothers, Calvin and Ellis WHIRLEDGE.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at West Goshen Church of the Brethren, 1200 Berkey Ave., Goshen, with Rev. Don SNELL officiating. Burial will be at West Goshen Cemetery, Goshen. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, 1911 S. Main St., Goshen.

Friday, November 7, 2003

Marion W. Gohn

Jan. 18, 1906-Nov. 6, 2003

Marion W. GOHN, 97, Life Care Center, Rochester, died at 6:30 a.m. Thursday at Life Care Center.

His health had been failing for the past year.

Born on Jan. 18, 1906, to David L. and Hannah I. SAILAR GOHN, he had lived most of his life in the Rochester area. For the past 24 years, he wintered in the Mission, Texas, area. On Sept. 9, 1934, he married Mary E. GLINGLE in Kosciusko County. She survives.

He was a retired lifetime farmer and a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, where he had served as the church treasurer for many years. He enjoyed singing and was a member of the church choir. While in Texas, he sang with The Ambassadors Choir, Mission, Texas. He helped his father in raising and constructing the Grace United Methodist Church. He had been a member for more than 90 years. He was also a member of the Toastmasters and was very active with Fulton County youth as a member of the 4-H Fair Board and through his work with the 4-H Fair.

Survivors include his wife, Mary E. GOHN, at home at 1245 Bittersweet Lane, Rochester; one daughter Janet and husband Thomas RAVENCROFT, Rochester; two sons, Eldon GOHN and

wife Virginia, Rochester, Lyle GOHN and wife Sue, Fayetteville, Ark.; five grandchildren, Alan GOHN, Rochester, Catherine SIMMONS, Noblesville, Timothy RAVENCROFT, Elmhurst, Ill., Erika BAUBE, Lawrenceville, Ga., Shad GOHN, Arlington, Va.; 13 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one granddaughter, Debra HENLEY, 1989; four sisters, Florence CHAMBERS, Hazel McINTIRE, Vera VANHILLE, and Ethel GOHN in her infancy, and one brother, Braden GOHN, in his infancy.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home and one hour before services on Sunday at the church. Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester.

Julia Kim Lewis

Julia Kim LEWIS, 40, 1210 Bittersweet Lane, Rochester, died at 5:59 a.m. today at her residence following a lengthy illness. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

John E. Moulton

May 14, 1915-Nov. 4, 2003

John E. MOULTON, 88, Denver, and formerly of Deedsville, died at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at his home.

Born on May 14, 1915, to Lawrence M. and Marjorie WASHBURN MOULTON in Liberty Mills, he was a Boy Scout in the Chili-Denver Troop in 1929. As a youth before World War II, he worked in the Moulton Bakery, Denver. He married Beatrice Isabell Bailey on May 14, 1935, in Fulton.

He attended Denver Baptist Church. He was a block operator for the Pennsylvania Railroad and retired from the Chrysler Corporation in 1978.

Survivors include his wife, Isabell MOULTON, Denver; four children, Mona and husband Francis Eugene ROSS, Pomona, Calif., David Lee MOULTON and wife Marjorie Virginia, Chino, Calif., Judy Ann and husband Leroy PADGETT, Greentown, Joseph L. MOULTON and wife, Diana, Mishawaka; two brothers, Joseph MOULTON and wife Maxine, Fort Wayne, Lawrence Jean MOULTON and wife Virginia, Peru; eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and four step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward and James MOULTON.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Steve BATE officiating. Burial will be at Westlawn Cemetery, Denver. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Miami-Wabash County Hospice.

Birt R. Vincent

July 6, 1905-Oct. 23, 2003

Birt R. VINCENT, 98, died Oct. 23 at Manor Care Health Services, South Holland, Ill.

Born on July 6, 1905, to Austin Jones and Willie Harris, she was the oldest of six children. She believed in Christ at an early age.

When she was young, her family moved to Chicago, where she was educated. After high school she worked in millinery as an assistant in inventory control. At this job she enhanced her ability to remember facts, numbers, dates and events. During family discussions, she would be able to provide birthdays and dates better than the individuals involved.

During her early adult life, she began a lifelong interest in studying the Bible and became a part of Unity.

On June 11, 1935, she married Sydney C. VINCENT. They had two children, Janyth Y. VINCENT and Sydney C. VINCENT II. In 1970, they adopted Darryl J. VINCENT.

In January 1957, the family joined the Congregational Church of Park Manor where Birt was active with the July Circle. She earned the title “Queen of the Tea” for the church’s fund-raiser that year. She was part of the local PTA and her resident home block clubs.

The family moved to Rochester in 1968. They were members of First Christian Church.

She was involved in Supporters to Oppose Pollution and worked with the Fulton County Mental Association for 20 years, eight as president. She was credited with helping the organization make great strides in its efforts to assist the mentally challenged.

In 1968, she and relatives in St. Louis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Mississippi and Indianapolis decided to begin annual family reunions. She accepted the chairmanship and hosted the first Century Family Reunion at her home in Rochester. She was chairperson for 25 years.

She enjoyed helping wherever she could. Her enthusiasm and determination helped to motivate others.

Survivors include one son, Sydney C. VINCENT II; one daughter-in-law, Sirretta BROWN-VINCENT; three grandchildren, Sydney C. VINCENT III, Carl JACKSON Jr., LaNyece GRAHAM; three great-granchildren, Jocelyn, Tyvon, Forest and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services were at noon Saturday at the Congregational Church of Park Manor, Chicago, with the Rev. Dr. Luther HOLLAND Jr. officiating. Burial was at Lincoln Cemetery, Worth, Ill. Visitation was from 11 a.m. until time of services.

Diana Lynn Wildermuth

Jan. 24, 1955-Nov. 6, 2003

Diana Lynn WILDERMUTH, 48, 5883 Wirick St., Star City, died Thursday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Survivors include her husband, Howard E. WILDERMUTH Jr., Star City; one daughter, Melissa Pearl WILDERMUTH, Star City; two sons, Bruce Wayne WILDERMUTH, Star City, Jeremy Michael WILDERMUTH, Winamac; six sisters, Judy EVANS, Lafayette, Tenn., Patsy DILLMAN, Monon, Nancy GARBISON, Star City, Janice GARLING, Reynolds, Rosie ERVIN, Logansport, Rita O’DONNELL, Winamac.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Star City United Methodist Church with Rev. Kevin MARSH officiating. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Sunday at the church and one hour before service Monday.

Saturday, November 8, 2003

Francis “Pete” Kelley

June 20, 1939-Nov. 6, 2003

Francis “Pete” KELLEY, 64, 810 Zimmer Road, Warsaw, died Thursday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon KELLEY, Warsaw; one son, Daniel KELLEY, Pierceton; one daughter, Francine “Missy” JOHNSON, Syracuse.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw. Visitation will be noon-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Julia Kim Lewis

July 4, 1963 – Nov. 7, 2003

Julia Kim LEWIS, 40, 1210 Bittersweet Lane, Rochester, passed away at 5:55 a.m. Friday after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Born in Marion to Tom and the late Martha DUGDALE BROVONT, Kim lived in the Rochester community most of her life. She was a 1981 graduate of Rochester High School and attended Purdue University. On March 19, 1988, she married Bryan W. LEWIS. She was a homemaker and assisted her husband in the operation of Lewis Construction Company, Rochester, designing the landscaping and gardens for many of the company’s projects.

She was a member of the Whippoorwill Community Church of Rochester and active with the youth ministries where she taught Sunday School for grades K-2. As a master gardener, she assisted with many community projects including the Manitou Mountain Project at the Rochester City Park. Locally, she was well

known for having a beautiful lawn and flower gardens. She gave generously of her time, and helped many friends and neighbors with their gardens. She was active with the American Cancer Society and participated in the Relay for Life. In addition, she was a watercolor artist.

She was best known for being a Christian. Whether she was teaching Sunday School, sharing a moment out of a busy day with a friend, helping her children or a neighbor with a problem, or just being there when a friend was needed, Kim was always willing to help. Her life passion was that of helping and working with children. She will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband, Bryan; three children, Martha BrieAnne, Ryne Gregory and Madalyn Nicole [LEWIS], all at home; her father and stepmother, Tom and Rebecca BROVONT, Rochester; two brothers, Jeff R. and Douglas J. BROVONT, both of Rochester; and two grandmothers, Betty BROVONT, Rochester, and Anna Lois DUGDALE, Greentown. She was preceded in death by her mother, Martha, on March 5, 1987.

A Celebration of her life will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Whippoorwill Community Church located at 4795 N. 200 West, Rochester, with Pastor Brian SEWELL officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. 6th Street, Rochester, from 3-8 p.m. Monday or at the church one hour prior to her services. Friends have established an educational scholarship fund for her children at the First Federal Savings Bank of Rochester. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home for donations.

Monday, November 10, 2003

Wilden A. “Willie” Bartlett

April 2, 1929-Nov. 8, 2003

Wilden A. “Willie” BARTLETT, 74, 220 N. Central Ave., Macy, died at 12:10 p.m. Saturday at Americare Living Center, Wabash, where he had been a patient since Oct. 16.

His health had been failing for the past year.

Born on April 2, 1929, to Maurice and Lucile ROBINS BARTLETT in Miami County, he lived most of his life in the Macy community. For three years, he lived in South Bend.

On Oct. 3, 1953, he married Ellen Rose McCarter in Churubusco. She preceded him in death on Dec. 27, 1998.

He was an employee of General Tire, Wabash, Norwalk Trucking, South Bend, OSER Leasing, Elkhart and the former Hammel Chrysler Plymouth Dodge and GMC, Rochester. He was a Korean War veteran, serving in the U.S. Army during 1950-1953. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and working on cars.

Survivors include one daughter, Beverly and husband Gerald HARMON, Roann; one

granddaughter, Ashley HARMON, Roann; his mother, Lucile BARTLETT, Macy; four brothers, Bud BARTLETT and wife Ethyl, Mishawaka, Glen BARTLETT and wife Sharon, Macy, Jim BARTLETT and wife Vicki, Rochester, John BARTLETT and wife Carol, Tucson, Ariz.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father on Dec. 8, 1979, a sister, Rosanna BARTLETT, and a brother, Billy BARTLETT.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Tony BARTLETT and Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will be at Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday or one hour before services. Memorials may be made to his family.

Wilma M. Byfield

April 29, 1906-Oct. 29, 2003

Wilma M. BYFIELD, 97, 708 S. Market Street, Winamac, died Friday at Pulaski Health Center, Winamac.

Survivors include two daughters, Leaine B. GIBSON, Fullerton, Calif., Sherry M. WILLIAMS, Crown Point, and one son, Charles F. BYFIELD, Winamac.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Visitation will be 11 a.m. Saturday until services.

Porter L. Eads

Nov. 13, 1933-Nov. 7, 2003

Porter L. EADS, 69, Markle Heath Care Center, Markle, died Friday.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester Chapel. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Wanita K. Foor

Sept. 6, 1919-Nov. 7, 2003

Wanita K. FOOR, 84, 517 S. 650 East, Rochester, died at 10:55 p.m. Friday at Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis, where she had been a patient for one week.

Born on Sept. 6, 1919, to Ernest and Nellie OLDHAM STOELTING in Dennison, Ill., she lived in this area since 1943. On July 26, 1943, she married Amos E. Foor in Rochester. He survives.

She was a homemaker and worked for the Wiles Department Store, Rochester, and later for food services at the Akron school system. She was a member of the Athens United Methodist Church and Gideons International.

Survivors include her husband, Amos E. FOOR, at home; one daughter, Jenean and husband Eldon RAGER, North Manchester; one son, Edward FOOR and wife Roberta, Rochester; six grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and three brothers, Ernest STOELTING and wife Muriel, Sullivan, Marion STOELTING and wife Cecilia, Clarkton, Mo., and Paul STOELTING and wife Betty, Cory. She was preceded in death by one sister, Louise CRAFTON, and one brother, Stanley STOELTING.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Revs. Junior BOSE and David INSKEEP officiating. Burial will be at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. Tuesday and one hour before services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Gideons International. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Tuesday, November 11, 2003

Gertrude E. Milliser

May 27, 1935-Nov. 9, 2003

Gertrude E. MILLISER, 68, 6189 Cedar St., Rochester, died at 10:05 a.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Born on May 27, 1935, to Delbert and Etta ELWOOD MASTERSON in Plymouth, she married Donald H. MILLISER Sr. He passed away in 1991.

Survivors include four sons, Donald MILLISER Jr. and wife Rebecca, Mike MILLISER and wife Bobbie, all of Plymouth, Ronald MILLISER and wife Ruth, Argos, Roger MILLISER and wife Karen, Delong; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; five sisters, Lena CUNNINGHAM, Mary SHAFER, Leona WILLIAMS, all of Texas, Jenny and husband Phil MICHAELS, Akron, Nancy GILBERT, Delong; and four brothers, Charlie MASTERSON, Texas, Paul MASTERSON and wife Deb, Bourbon, Delbert MASTERSON Jr. and wife Beth, Rochester, Robert MASTERSON and wife Iva, Leiters Ford. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and brothers, William and Roy “Butch” MASTERSON.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 W. Madison St., Plymouth, with Rev. Ron RUEBURG officiating. Burial will be at New Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday before services. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

Wednesday, November 12, 2003

Cora L. Burns

April 1, 1918-Nov. 11, 2003

Cora L. BURNS, 85, Macy, died at 6:15 a.m. Tuesday at Dukes Continuing Care Center, Peru.

Born on April 1, 1918, to John and Mary WAY SCOTT in Peru, she married Robert “Bob” BURNS in 1936. She was a homemaker and member of Perrysburg Baptist Church and Deedsville United Methodist Church.

Survivors include five sons, John BURNS and wife Barb, Tallahassee, Fla., Bernard BURNS and wife Diane, Macy, Dick BURNS and wife Jane, Rochester, David BURNS and wife Linda, Macy, Dan BURNS and wife Cheryl, Wabash; one brother, Bob SCOTT, Fort Myers, Fla.; 13 grandchildren, Lisa CLEAVES, William BURNS, John BURNS Jr., Cory Lee BURNS, R.D. BURNS, Bridget STRONG, Aaron BURNS, Shelly MANESS, Todd BURNS, Robin BURNS, David BURNS, Daniel BURNS, Ryan BURNS; 17 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, Robert Thomas BURNS, two brothers and one sister.

Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru, with Pastor Bill BABB officiating. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru. Memorials may be made to Perrysburg Baptist Church and Deedsville United Methodist Church.

Donald Hutchens

Donald HUTCHENS, 78, 300 E. Fourth St., Rochester, died at 10:33 a.m. Tuesday at Colonial Oaks, Marion.

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

Ashel W. Tabler

July 24, 1918-Nov. 11, 2003

Ashel W. TABLER, 85, 1100 S. Park Road, Rochester, died at 5:40 p.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born on July 24, 1918, to Albert and Hettie EVANS TABLER in Fowler, he married Ruth CRISPEN on Feb. 5, 1939, in Fulton. She preceded him in death on Aug. 7, 1991. On Aug. 14, 1992, he married Rosella Mae HOUSE in Indianapolis.

He was a farmer, Fulton County animal control warden and a retired Rochester Community Schools bus driver. He was a member of the Logansport Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

Survivors include his wife, Rosella Mae TABLER, Rochester; four daughters, Mrs. Fred (Beverly) SLISHER, Rochester, Mrs. Robert (Marcia Sue) HONKOMP, Rochester, Pamela Sue TABLER, Kewanna, Mary NOLEN, Kewanna; two sons, Richard Lee TABLER and wife Sue, Logansport, Larry Joe TABLER and wife Lurlene, Logansport; two sisters, Geneva FUNKHOUSER, South Bend, Mrs. David (Mary) THOMAS, South Bend; eight grandchildren, several stepchildren, several stepgrandchildren, several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Randall K. TABLER, one granddaughter, five brothers and five sisters.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David DITTMAN officiating. Burial will be at Shidler Cemetery, southwest of Logansport. Military graveside rites will be conducted. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour before services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Published November 13, 2003

Donald Eugene Hutchens

March 3, 1925-Nov. 11, 2003

Donald Eugene HUTCHENS, 78, 1912 N. Meridian St., Marion, and formerly of Waterhaven Apartments, Rochester, died at 10:33 a.m. Tuesday at Colonial Oaks Health Care, Marion.

His health had been failing for the past year.

Born on March 3, 1925, to Forest and Helen DeHONEY HUTCHENS in Thorntown, he lived most of his life in the Rochester area. He moved here from Converse. On July 20, 1945, he married Naomi L. Eckelbarger near Peru. She preceded him in death on July 9, 1996.

He was a former molder for Rochester Metal Products where he worked for more than 20 years. He later owned and operated Hutchens Eggs & Produce, Rochester, with his late wife, for more than 30 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran.

Survivors include one son, Randy E. HUTCHENS and wife Brenda, Rochester; two granddaughters, Brandy L. and husband Darrel LAMB, Rochester, Amber R. HUTCHENS, Rochester; one sister, Chrystal and husband Don KELSO, Galesburg, Ill.; two brothers, William

Dean “Bill” HUTCHENS and wife Carolyn, Marion, Richard Lee “Dick” HUTCHENS, Marion; former daughter-in-law Karen BACH, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and one sister, Thelma [HUTCHENS].

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David DITTMAN officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. today and one hour before services. American Legion and Veterans of Foreign War posts will conduct military graveside rites.

Russel R. Parker

Russel R. PARKER, 85, 711 Madison St., Rochester, died today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Friday, November 14, 2003

Thomas E. Hamilton

Thomas E. HAMILTON, 61, 3837 S. Indiana 25, Mentone, died Thursday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Russel R. Parker

June 20, 1918-Nov. 13, 2003

Russel R. PARKER, 85, 711 Madison St., Rochester, died at 7:20 a.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born on June 20, 1918, to Russell H. and Maureen BIBLER PARKER in Rochester, he was a corporate attorney and had worked for Flexsonics Corp. in Chicago. He was a graduate of DePauw and Northwestern universities and attended First Christian Church. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, where he served in the Pacific and European theaters.

Survivors include several cousins and friends.

A private burial will take place at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Saturday, November 15, 2003

Thomas E. Hamilton Sr.

Oct. 18, 1942-Nov. 13, 2003

Thomas E. HAMILTON Sr., 61, 3837 S. Indiana 25, Mentone, died Thursday at 8:37 p.m. at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

His health had been failing since August.

Born on Oct. 18, 1942, to Garfield and Edna TACKETT HAMILTON in Floyd County, Ky., he moved to the Palestine area 33 years ago. On Oct. 24, 1963, he married Sue HAMILTON in Pikeville, Ky. They parted in 1993. She survives. On Nov. 26, 1997, he married Penny LAMBERT LAY in Warsaw. She survives in Palestine. He was a laborer for Dalton Corp., Warsaw, for more than 32 years. He was known as the Lawnmower Man because he enjoyed working on lawn mowers. He also enjoyed country music.

Survivors include his wife, Penny HAMILTON, Palestine; one son, Thomas E. HAMILTON Jr., Palestine; four daughters, Sherry HAMILTON SPARKMAN, Palestine, Tina and husband Steven HUGHES, Claypool, Valerie HAMILTON, Warsaw, Sondrea HAMILTON, Burket; 13 grandchildren; two sisters, Goldie and husband Elias HUNTER, Wellington, Ohio, Genevieve and husband Jim SHIPLEY, Floyd County, Ky.; two brothers, Ernest HAMILTON and wife Priscilla, Piketon, Ohio, Danny HAMILTON and wife Roxie, Nova, Ohio.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Ian YORSTON officiating. Burial will be at Palestine Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Kosciusko 21st Century.

Mildred E. Meyer

Mildred E. MEYER, 85, Crown Point, died Thursday at St. Anthony Nursing Home, Crown Point.

She was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church and a past member of the Circle Eight Neighborhood Club.

Survivors include one daughter, Rochelle BOWIE, Crown Point; one son, George MEYER and wife Mary, Rochester; three grandchildren, Cheryl and husband Bill CRIDER, Highland, Robert D. BOWIE, Crown Point, Donald MEYER and wife Kim, Rochester; four stepgrandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, stepgreat-grandchildren, and stepgreat-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Erwin H. MEYER, one son, Donald, one stepsister, Norma Jean KREINS, one brother, Otto L. SONS, and her parents, George and Lilly SONS.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 250 S. Indiana Ave., Crown Point, with Rev. Mark PRESS officiating. Burial will be at Oak Glen Lutheran Cemetery, Lansing, Ill. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Geisen Funeral Home, 109 N. East St., Crown Point. Memorials may be made to St. Anthony Hospice or Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. For information, call 219-663-2500 or visit www.geisenfuneralhome.com.

Published November 17, 2003

Dorothy P. Easterday

July 16, 1934-Nov. 16, 2003

Dorothy P. EASTERDAY, 69, who resided at 420 W. Fourth St., Rochester, died at 12:15 p.m., Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital, where she had been a patient. She had been in failing health for the past three years.

Dorothy was born July 16, 1934, in Winamac, the daughter of Norman and Esther SAINE ARMSTRONG. She had lived in the Rochester community since 1969 when she came here from Michigan and Winamac.

She was married Jan. 14, 1961, in Winamac to Howard Dale EASTERDAY. He preceded her in death Dec. 6, 1982. She had worked for Robertson’s Transformer and more recently as a custodian for the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge No. 852, Rochester. She was a member of the Women’s Auxiliary for the F.O.E. No. 852, LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post No. 36, Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge No. 1107 and the Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars Post. Besides spending time with her family and friends, she was an avid nature lover. She was well known by her neighbors and friends for always feeding the local squirrels and birds. She was an avid bird watcher.

Dorothy is survived by two daughters: Debra KIRK and husband Charles, Rochester; Penny WALLS and husband William, El Mirage, Ariz.; one son Howard Neal EASTERDAY, Rochester, two grandchildren Shelley SCHILLING and Cassidy OGLE; and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son: Norman Eldon EASTERDAY; a grandson: Chancey OGLE; and two brothers Funeral services for Dorothy will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Father Joseph JACOB officiating. Interment will be in the Fulton Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the funeral home 4-8 p.m.. on Tuesday or one hour prior to her services on Wednesday. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Harold E. McCalla Sr.

April 8, 1924-Nov. 15, 2003

Harold E. McCALLA Sr., 79, 701 Monroe St., Rochester, died at 8:31 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Medical Center, Plymouth.

Born on April 8, 1924, to Chester and Hulda GILLILAND McCALLA in Peru, he married Blanche J. SHANNON on Nov. 26, 1949, in Rochester.

He worked in South Bend for the former Studebaker Plant and at A.M. General for 34 years before retiring in 1984. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II having served in the Pacific Theater. He was a life member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, Eagles Lodge and Moose Lodge where he was in the Legion of Moose and the Moose Fellowship. He attended First Church of God, Rochester, and was an avid Chicago Cubs fan.

Survivors include his wife, Blanche J. McCALLA, Rochester; one daughter, Judy and husband Barry PETERSON, Rochester; one son, Harold E. McCALLA Jr. and wife Donna, Rochester; four grandchildren, Brian PETERSON and wife Tracy, Warsaw, Amy Jo and husband Shawn ELLIOTT, Laingsburg, Mich., Jayme R. McCALLA and fiance Mike PARKER, Rochester, Jayson H. McCALLA, Rochester; four great-grandchildren, Haley and Emily PETERSON, Warsaw, Austin and Joshua ELLIOTT, Laingsburg, Mich.; and four sisters, Florence WOOD, Marjorie MILLER, Patricia LAMB, Barbara CLARK, all of Rochester. He was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David DITTMAN officiating. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts will conduct military graveside rites. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today and one hour before services. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Bradley W. Measels

Sept. 18, 1958-Nov. 15, 2003

Bradley W. MEASELS, 45, 5260 S. 800 East, Knox, died at 12:26 p.m. Saturday at Starke Memorial Hospital, Knox.

Born on Sept. 18, 1958, to Robert and Patricia S. CROWDER MEASELS in Harvey, Ill., he was a foreman for Pioneer Hybrids, Plymouth.

He moved from Culver to Knox seven years ago. He was known as “Bradley T” in musical performances in the area.

Survivors include one son Colton B. MEASELS, Culver; two stepsons, Cody D. OVERMYER, Dalton S. OVERMYER, both of Knox; one daughter, Jessica MEASELS, Culver; his mother, Patricia S. MEASELS, Delphi; one sister, Lori TENER, Brookston; his fiance, Sonya B. OVERMYER, Knox; one nephew, Rich WHITE, Lafayette; and Carolyn A. BANKS, mother of children, Culver. He was preceded in death by his father.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Grace United Church of Christ, Culver. Burial will be at Culver Masonic Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or Culver Community Schools music department. Condolence letters for the family may be sent via the obituary page at the Web site: www.boninefh.com.

Tuesday, November 18, 2003

Joseph A. Kroft

Joseph A. KROFT, 93, 605 E. Walnut St., Akron, died at 12:05 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Wednesday, November 19, 2003

Joseph A. Kroft

March 11, 1910-Nov. 18, 2003

Joseph A. KROFT, 93, 605 E. Walnut St., Akron, died at 12:05 a.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born on March 11, 1910, to Anthony and Emma DICKERHOFF KROFT in Akron, he married Gladys M. KRIEG on Oct. 20, 1940, in Fort Wayne. She survives.

He graduated from Akron High School in 1928 and attended Purdue University. He was a lifelong farmer and member of the Akron Church of the Brethren where he had been a Sunday school teacher for 50 years. He was a member of the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service for several years and on the Soil and Water Conservation District for 50 years. He was a Funk Seed Corn salesman and also attended the Akron Church of God. He was a member of the Akron Lions Club, Airstream Trailer Club for more than 20 years, WCBBI and Gideons International.

Survivors include his wife, Gladys KROFT, Akron; one son Kenton KROFT and wife Lucie, Rochester; three daughters, Joyce PAXTON, Silver Lake, Janet and husband Michael SELLS, Silver Lake, and Joann and husband Joel SNYDER, Pierceton; 11 grandchildren, Darla KROFT, Clark KROFT, Teresa REIGLE, Brent PAXTON, Lichelle PARKER, Kevin PAXTON, Nolan SELLS, Charyl SELLS, Joletta SELLS, Christopher SNYDER, Myra SELLS; three stepgrandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one sister, Mabel, and two brothers, Edward and Merl [KROFT].

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Akron Church of the Brethren with Revs. Terry CANFIELD, John MISHLER and Erin HUIRAS officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, and one hour before services at the church. Memorials may be made to Gideons International.

Thursday, November 20, 2003

Barbara Shafer Leaverton

March 1, 1917-Nov. 18, 2003

Barbara SHAFER LEAVERTON, 86, St. Joseph, Mo. and former Rochester resident, died Tuesday at St. Joseph Hospital, St. Joseph.

Born to Robert and Margaret BAILEY SHAFER in Rochester, she graduated from Rochester High School. She married William Leaverton on Nov. 4, 1946, in Hawaii. He preceded her in death.

She, with her late husband, owned and operated Leaverton Auto Supply, St. Joseph. She was a member of the Methodist Church, St. Joseph, and volunteered with Missouri Western State College and the American Red Cross.

Survivors include one sister, Sara SHAFER, South Bend, several nieces and nephews and several cousins including Judy GATES, Robert BAILEY, David BAILEY and Susan KELLEY, all of Rochester. Preceding her in death were her husband, parents and one brother, Phillip SHAFER.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Rochester IOOF Cemetery with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the American Red Cross.

Friday, November 21, 2003

Joseph F. Boggs

May 2, 1926-Nov. 16, 2003

Joseph F. BOGGS, 77, Indiana 19 South, Mentone, died Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. Survivors include two daughters, Carolyn AGNESS, Indianapolis, Susan IBA, St. Louis, and one son, William J. BOGGS, St. Petersburg, Fla. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Lucy May Reed

Feb. 13, 1918-Nov. 20, 2003

Lucy May REED, 85, 7901 E. 400 North, Rochester, died at 1:15 p.m. Thursday at her home.

Her health had been failing for several years.

Born to Cletus and Clara FERVIDA MILLER in Nappanee, she married Howard REED on June 3, 1935, in Madison. They moved to the area in 1939. She was a homemaker and attended Talma Bible Church.

Survivors include her husband, Howard REED, at home; five daughters, Marlene and husband Kenneth BATHRICK, Rochester, Deloris and husband Charles FELDMAN, Rochester, Carolyn and husband Joel McELREATh, Jerusalem, Israel, Janita and husband Scott STINSON, Kewanna, Sharon and husband Robert STERK, Macon, Georgia; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and one sister, Esther EBY, Wakarusa. Preceding her in death were one great-grandchild, one brother and one sister.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. George SHOEMAKER officiating. Burial will be at Sycamore Cemetery, southwest of Mentone. Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Saturday, November 22, 2003

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Monday, November 24, 2003

Jill Coplen

Jill COPLEN, 54, 471 W. 100 North, Rochester, died at 2 p.m. Saturday at her home. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Mary Beth Heckaman

Jan. 12, 1944-Nov. 21, 2003

Mary Beth HECKAMAN, 58, Fort Walton Beach, Fla., died Friday at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center.

Born to Katherine and Burdell LEITER in Rochester, she married Robert E. HECKAMAN on Jan. 4, 1979. They lived in Rochester until 1986. They moved to Fort Walton Beach in 1990.

She was a devoted and loving wife and would have been married 25 years this January. She had her degree as a respiratory therapist and went into many other medical fields.

She and her husband began caring for disabled people in 1986 soon after adopting David WEBBER. Upon moving to Florida, they established a foster home for several local disabled people.

She was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Fort Walton Beach, and a very loving and caring woman to all who knew and loved her. She will be in the hearts of all she has touched. The family would like to thank all their friends for their love and support.

Survivors include her husband, Robert; two daughters, Tracy FORETTE, Julianna FLEMING; three sons, Nicklous HICKS, Robert HECKAMAN Jr., Chad HECKAMAN and nine grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Fort Walton Beach, with Rev. John H. BONNER officiating. Burial will be at Beal Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today at Little Chapel Funeral Home, Fort Walton Beach.

Grace M. Troutman

Grace M. TROUTMAN, 81, Kewanna, died Sunday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Tuesday, November 24, 2003

Jill L. Coplen

Nov. 28, 1948-Nov. 22, 2003

Jill Lynn COPLEN, 54, 471 W. 100 North, Rochester, died at 2 p.m. Saturday at her home.

Born to John A. and Hazel HOLT MILLER in Colusa, Calif., the family moved several times during her early years, living in California, Wisconsin and Florida, before settling in Indiana. She graduated from Rochester High School in 1967. On Aug., 4, 1973, she married William D. Coplen in Rochester.

She had a passion for life and especially a love for animals. She was known as an accomplished horseman and was particularly skilled at training and showing Morgan horses. She was also an artist, which was reflected not only in her artwork but also in the care she displayed in

designing and decorating the family home. She enjoyed watching movies and listening to music and especially loved vacationing in warm, sunny places. She was a member of the American Morgan Horse Association and had been actively involved in Fulton County 4-H for many years. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester.

Survivors include her husband, Bill COPLEN; one daughter, Haley COPLEN; one son, Tim HARTZLER; one granddaughter, Allie ROUCH; mother-in-law, Marguerite COPLEN, all of Rochester; one sister, Joy and husband Rick JOHNSON, La Quinta, Calif.; one brother Jim and wife Milly MILLER, Vancouver, Wa., and many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester, with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. today at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. In lieu of flowers and in tribute to Jill’s love for animals, memorials may be made to the Marshall County Humane Society, P.O. Box 20, Plymouth, or to your local humane society or S.P.C.A.

Grace M. Troutman

Sept. 16, 1922-Nov. 23, 2003

Grace M. TROUTMAN, 81, Kewanna, died at 11 p.m. Sunday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born to Harry and Grace Marie FLANNERY COOK in Highland Park, Ill., she married Melvin COHAGAN in January 1940 in Dubuque, Iowa. They parted. He died in 1985. She married Omer Troutman in August 1957 in Logansport. He died in 1986.

She was a homemaker and member of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post No. 1121, Kewanna.

Survivors include one son, Jack EBERLY, Mishawaka; two stepsons, Terry TROUTMAN, Bruce Lake, Tim TROUTMAN, Kewanna; one stepdaughter, Trudy HANEY, Akron; two grandsons, James Myron COHAGAN Jr., Monon, C. Wade COHAGAN, Monticello; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one sister and two sons.

Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, with Rev. John COCHRAN officiating. Burial will be at Barnett Cemetery, Kewanna. Visitation will be 9 a.m. Wednesday until the service. Memorials may be made to the Lung Association.

Wednesday, November 26, 2003

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Thursday, November 27, 2003

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Friday, November 28, 2003

James H. Faulk

Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, for James H. FAULK.

Ronald E. Fenimore

Ronald E. FENIMORE, 91, 402 N. Virgil St., Akron, died at 6:55 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester

Floyd D. Green

Aug. 10, 1909 – Nov. 27, 2003

Floyd D. “Bud” GREEN, 94, Twelve Mile, died Thursday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport.

Born Aug. 10, 1909 in Armstrong, Ill., to Fred C. and Ada WERNIGK GREEN, he married Guinevere A. McGUIRE on April 25, 1937, at the Methodist parsonage in Twelve Mile. She survives.

Mr. Green graduated from Twelve Mile High School in 1929 and was a member of Twelve Mile United Methodist Church. He was a retired farmer, Adams Township school bus driver and Cass County Highway Department employee.

He was a charter member of the Twelve Mile Fire Department, a past master of the Twelve Mile Masonic Lodge and a 50-year member of Royal Center Masonic Lodge. He was a 16-year Republican precinct committeeman in Adams Township, Cass County, and a member of the Caston School Holding Corporation during the school’s formation.

He is survived by one son, Robert N [GREEN]., Twelve Mile; and two sisters, Martha McHENRY, Indianapolis, and Maxine HEGEL, Wabash. He was preceded in death by one son, Larry A. [GREEN], and two sisters, Helen BOOKWALTER and Rosa A. GREEN.

Funeral service is at 2 p.m. Sunday at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Bruce RUSSELL officiating. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Twelve Mile Fire Department, Twelve Mile First Responders or Twelve Mile United Methodist Church.

Robert E. Hayden

Robert E. HAYDEN, 78, Demotte and formerly of Lowell, died Tuesday.

He was a cement truck driver for Lowell Transit and member of Teamsters Local No. 142. He served on the Lowell volunteer fire department from 1953-1965. After retiring in 1989, he and his wife Ethel [HAYDEN] moved to Rochester. They returned to Lowell in 2002. He was a World War II veteran and member of Lowell Colfax Masonic Blue Lodge No. 378, Lowell American Legion Post No. 101 and Lowell VFW Post No. 6841.

Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Cindi and husband Cliff ROBINSON, Demotte, Carolyn and husband Lee PISKE, Lowell, Roberta and husband Howard CREPEAU, White Lake, Mich.; four grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Anita Bell and husband Ted OHMART, Thayer, Kan., and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Bertha SHARKEY HAYDEN; three brothers, George, Chester and Delbert HAYDEN and two sisters, Ella Mae ARMSTRONG and Lucille GORBALL.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Sheets Funeral Home, 604 E. Commercial Ave., Lowell, with Pastor Charles HOCHMUTH officiating. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. A Masonic service will be at 6:30 p.m. today. Burial will follow at West Creek Cemetery, Lowell. Memorials may be made to the Masonic Home or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Donald L. Johnston

Donald L. JOHNSTON, 87, 11234 W. 550 North, died at 5 a.m. Thursday at his home.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Cora E. King

Sept. 12, 1920 – Nov. 26, 2003

Cora E. KING, 83, 616 Northgate Circle, died at 10 p.m. Wednesday at her residence.

Born Sept. 12, 1920, in Peru to John and Lillie BERKHEISER BRITTON, she married William W. KING on Sept. 12, 1948, in Rochester.

Mrs. King was employed by various grocery stores in Rochester and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Rochester. She also was a member of the Morning Glory Circle and the Win-a-Couple class at the church.

Survivors include her husband, at home; two daughters, Janet M. KING, Rochester; and Carol Jean and husband Danny OLIVER, Hamilton, Ala.; one son, William H. and wife Linda S. KING, Rochester; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sarah MAERZ, Galien, Mich., and Rosalea MICK, Montpelier, Ohio; two brothers, Charles BRITTON and wife Maida, Van Buren, Mo., and John BRITTON and wife Elizabeth, LaPorte; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three sisters and three brothers.

Funeral service is 10:30 a.m. Monday at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home with Rev. Buck PADILLA officiating. Burial will be in Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church.

Bonnie J. Purtee

Nov. 10, 1931 – Nov. 26, 2003

Bonnie J. PURTEE, 72, Athens, died at 12:45 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Born in Rochester to Ralph and Bessie LATCHAW WILKINSON, she married Ralph H. PURTEE Feb. 9, 1985, in Rochester.

Mrs. Purtee retired from Topps Manufacturing and was a member of First Church of God.

Survivors include her husband, at home; one daughter, Carol WILLIAMS, and husband Tom, Rochester; two sons, Robert CONLEY, Illinois, and David CONLEY, California; two stepdaughters, Paulette BREWSTER and husband Wayne, Swanton, Ohio, and Geraldine EDWARDS, Medina, Ohio; one sister, Miriam WILKINSON, Rochester; one brother, Kenneth WILKINSON and wife Lois, Rochester; 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. One sister and one brother preceded her in death.

Funeral service is 11 a.m. Saturday at First Church of God with Rev. Dave DITTMAN officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Rochester. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Church of God

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Paul E. Smiley

Jan. 24, 1925 – Nov. 27, 2003

Paul Eugene SMILEY, 78, 1410 Court St., Rochester, died at 5 a.m. Thursday at home.

Survivors include his wife, Joan, [SMILEY] at home; one son, Brad SMILEY, Rochester; three daughters, Lora PFEIFFER, Bremen, Mary JENNINGS, Rensselaer, and Judy SHERMAN, South Lyon, Mich.; two sisters, Carole FLORIAN, Zionsville, and Margaret VANDER HEYDEN, South Bend; and three brothers, James and Richard, Argos, and Kenneth [SMILEY], Logansport.

Funeral service is 2 p.m. Sunday at Argos Bible Church. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, and one hour prior to the funeral at the church.

Thomas V. Lewis

Thomas Valentino LEWIS, 78, 5053 N. Old Indiana 17, Rochester, died at 12:20 a.m. Wednedsay at his home. Funeral arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, November 29, 2003

James H. Faulk III

Aug. 9, 1936 - Nov. 27, 2003

James H. FAULK III, 67, 331 West Fifth Street, Rochester died at 4:54 p.m. at Woodlawn Hospital emergency room following a sudden illness. He had been in failing health for the past three months.

Born to James Henry and Rosemary BROADRICK FAULK II, he had lived in Rochester for the past 31 years coming from Indianapolis. On Nov. 5, 1965 in Indianapolis he married A. Jane SINCLAIR. She survives.

He was a sales representative for Ross Concrete Plants for almost 30 years, responsible for the sales in 17 states and five provinces of Canada. He was a member of the Centenary Christian Church, Indianapolis.

Survivors include his wife at home, one stepson, Dewey KELLER and wife Pat, Indianapolis, three grandchildren, Michael, Sabrina and Stephen KELLER, Indianapolis. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Graveside services are at 1 p.m. central time Monday at the Fairlawn Cemetery, Decatur Ill. Burial will be at Fairlawn Cemetery, Decatur, Ill. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday in the Foster and Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth St., Rochester. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Ronald E. Fenimore

April 4, 1912 – Nov. 28, 2003

Ronald E. FENIMORE, 91, 401 N. Virgil St., Akron, died at 6:55 a.m. Friday at Life Care Center, Rochester. He had been in failing health one year.

Born in Rochester to Forrest and Audrey KINDIG FENIMORE, he married Jeanette E. BARNES on Dec. 24, 1935, in Huntington. She died Jan. 21, 1995.

He was a Chevrolet car salesman for Bahney, now Gagnon, Chevrolet in Akron for more than 25 years and was given the Chevy League of Winners award.

Mr. Fenimore was a member of Akron United Methodist Church, where he was the custodian several years, and of the Rochester Masonic Lodge. He was president of the Akron Town Board and a founding member of the Akron Emergency Medical Service.

Survivors include one daughter, Marilyn KRUGER and husband David, Akron; one son, Lynn A. [FENIMORE] and wife Janice, Pembroke Pines, Fla.; four grandchildren, Ronald KRUGER and Stephen KRUGER, Akron, Jane CONLEY, Akron, and Shandra FENIMORE, Daytona Beach, Fla.; 15 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Donnabelle BEAVERS, Flat Rock, N.C.; and one brother, Vance [FENIMORE] and wife Kay, Leesburg, Fla. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Josephine and Ferrel.

Funeral service is 10 a.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Stevan HAIFLICH officiating. Burial will be in Akron Cemetery. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the Africa University Scholarship Fund, in care of Akron United Methodist Church.

Donald L. Johnston

Dec. 19, 1915 – Nov. 27, 2003

Donald L. JOHNSTON, 87, 11234 W. 550 North, Rochester, died at 5 a.m. Thursday at home.

Born in Ora to Lee and Sylvia MANIS JOHNSTON he married Nancy R. CRABB in Culver on July 16, 1938. She preceded him in death on March 5, 1986.

He was a lifetime resident of the area and a member of First Baptist Church, Argos. He retired from Wilson Meat Packing, where he was a meat packer.

Survivors include six sons, Larry [JOHNSTON] and wife Deanna, Dickerson, Texas, Garry [JOHNSTON] and wife Martha, Logansport, Terry [JOHNSTON] and wife Linda, Culver, James [JOHNSTON] and wife Sandra, Winamac, Harold [JOHNSTON] and wife Brenda, Kewanna, and Dennis [JOHNSTON] and wife Anna, Kokomo; five daughters, Sandra GIBBONS, Rochester, Linda DODSON and husband James, Wilma COLE and husband Richard, and Wanda MILLER, all of Plymouth, and Janet HARSHMAN and husband Tim, Logansport; four sisters, Erma ROBISON, Winamac, Edna PARK, Pendleton, Donna FISHBURN, Plymouth, and Phyllis FARRER, Logansport; 30 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, one grandson and two sisters.

Funeral service is 11 a.m. Monday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, with Rev. Mark FISHBURN officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Sunday and 10-11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice of Fulton County.

Thomas V. Lewis

July 16, 1925 – Nov. 26, 2003

Thomas Valentino LEWIS, 78, 5053 N. Old Indiana 17, Rochester, died at 12:20 a.m. Wednesday at his residence. He had been in failing health for four years.

Born in Chicago to Samuel and Teretha LEWIS he married Carol Jean JOHNSON on Feb. 12, 1977 in Chicago. She survives.

He lived here for the past 17 years, coming from Chicago. He was a dispatcher and time keeper for Union Special Manufacturing, Huntley, Ill, formerly of Chicago. He was a member of the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Culver. He was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran of the Pacific Theater having served aboard the U.S.S. Herndon.

Survivors include his wife at home, four daughters, Diana LEWIS, University Park, Ill, Dorjuana OWENS and husband Maurice, Bollingbrook, Ill, Joyce SIMS and husband Sterling, Apex, N.C., Anita LEWIS, Culver, 11 grandchildren, Keeley CHILDRESS, Hashani LEWIS, Patrick NORALS, Dyllan LEWIS, Mya LEWIS, Tia LEWIS, Tory and Troy LEWIS, Jada OWENS, Jasmine OWENS and Maurice OWENS, several great grandchildren and one great great grandchild and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sons, Thomas and Raymond LEWIS, one grandson, Thomas LEWIS and four brothers.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1 at his residence, 5053 N. Old Indiana 17, Rochester. Arrangements are being handled by the Foster and Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Monday, December 1, 2003

Evelyn Irene Laughman

May 29, 1913-Nov. 29, 2003

Evelyn Irene LAUGHMAN, 90, Bickford Cottage, 3037 W. Division Rd., Wabash, died at 5 a.m. Saturday at her home. Born to James and Eunice SHIREMAN KAMP in Akron, she married Charles SWIHART on Oct. 4, 1932. He died Dec. 7, 1977. She married Cecil LAUGHMAN on May 20, 1985. She was a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, Cecil LAUGHMAN, Wabash; one son, George SWIHART and wife Billie Jo, Rochester; three daughters, Janet and husband Paul STREVY, North Manchester, Joyce and husband Jerry HUDSON, Akron, Karen AIKMAN, Bunker Hill; one brother, Bert KAMP, Akron; nine grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother and two sisters.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, with Pastor Lawrence SEE officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Wabash-Miami Home Healthcare and Hospice.

Dorothy Rose Krohn

Oct. 28, 1926-Nov. 30, 2003

Dorothy Rose KROHN, 77, 4640 E. 50 South, Winamac, died Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.

Survivors include her husband, Bud KROHN, Winamac; one daughter, Marilyn NEWMAN, Star City; two sons, Bud KROHN Jr., Winamac, Robert E. KROHN, Winamac, and one sister, Lois ULERICK, Rochester.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Tuesday and three hours prior to services Wednesday at the funeral home.

M. Josephine Merley

June 24, 1916-Nov.. 30, 2003

M. Josephine MERLEY, 87, Life Care Center, Rochester, and formerly of Akron, died at 9 p.m. Sunday at Life Care Center.

Born to Joseph and Bertha RUNKLE SLAYBAUGH in Akron, she married Sherman HIVELY. He preceded her in death. She married Nyle MERLEY in February 1956. He died June 6, 1973. She was a beautician for more than 55 years and owned and operated Josephine’s West End Beauty Shop, Akron. She was a member of Akron United Methodist Church, Fulton County Hairdressers Association and the National Hairdressers Association. She graduated in 1945 from Warner Beauty College, Fort Wayne.

Survivors include one daughter, Marvus and husband John ZIMMERMAN, Akron; one son, Billie Joe HIVELY, Akron; four grandchildren, Deb and husband Arik LEE, Pam and husband Brian ROMINE, all of Rochester, Lynn YOST, Cleveland, Ohio, Kay HIVELY, Phoenix, Ariz.; five great-grandchildren, Rebecca and Danny YOST, Brittany and Brice ROMINE and Tanner LEE; and one sister, Marjorie BAKER, Rochester.

She was preceded in death by one granddaughter and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Stevan HAIFLICH officiating. Burial will be at Akron Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Akron United Methodist Church.

Anthony V. Meyer

Aug. 8, 1952-Nov. 28, 2003

Anthony V. MEYER, 51, Kewanna, died at 8:40 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Born to Sylvester and Ilene KLINE MEYER in Lafayette, he married Susan SCHEERER in Winamac on June 25, 1983.

He graduated in 1970 from Winamac High School. He was a machinist at Kewanna Metal Specialties. He liked to help others and play his bass guitar with friends.

Survivors include his wife, Susan MEYER, Kewanna; one brother, Paul MEYER, Star City; two sisters, Dora FISHER, Winamac, Lynn RAUSCH, Anderson, and his mother, Ilene MEYER, Winamac. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kristy MEYER.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, with Rev. Janet LUCHS officiating. Burial will be at Moon Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. today and after 8 a.m. Tuesday until services. Memorials may be made to the Center for the Homeless, South Bend.

Alberta C. Middaugh

June 16, 1919-Nov. 29, 2003

Alberta C. MIDDAUGH, 84, 1630 S. County Farm Road, Warsaw, and formerly of 17511 Hickory Road, Argos, died at 5:56 p.m. Saturday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born to Benjamin and Effie SULLIVAN SNYDER in Marshall County, she lived there all of her life. She graduated in 1937 from Argos High School. She married Raymond D. Middaugh on Feb. 21, 1940. He died in June 1996. She was a homemaker and farmer’s wife.

She was a member of the Walnut Township Home Extension Club for more than 63 years. She was a member of Walnut Church of the Brethren and a member of the Ladies Aid of the church. She will be remembered for her involvement in Vacation Bible School and teaching preschool Sunday school. She enjoyed quilting, sewing comforters and making lap robes and adult bibs for the nursing homes. She was noted for her cooking for church meals, sale events and various dinner events. She loved gardening and most importantly, she loved giving and giving of herself.

Survivors include two daughters, Jean and husband Frank WALLACE, Warsaw, Carolyn Sue and husband Dewight MANNS, Akron; three sons, Carl MIDDAUGH and wife Jill, Bourbon, Charles MIDDAUGH and wife Rita, Steven MIDDAUGH and wife Sharon, all of Argos; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and her brother, Gerald SNYDER and wife Mary, Holtville, Calif.

She was preceded in death by one son, David, [MIDDAUGH] in June 1995, and three brothers, Clarence, Walter and Welcome SNYDER.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Walnut Church of the Brethren with Pastors Tony SCHNEIDERS and Robert RICE officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Deaton Funeral Home, 115 S. Main St., Bourbon, and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Walnut Church of the Brethren.

Thomas R. Reed

Thomas R. REED, 69, 7695 N. 375 East, Rochester, died at 8:15 p.m. Sunday at Baptist Desota Hospital, South Haven, Mississippi. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Myra M. Sones

Myra M. SONES, 95, 1125 Franklin St., Rochester, died at 5:15 p.m. Sunday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester, following an illness. Arrangements are pending at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Fred ‘Chris’ Tarter

Sept. 4, 1950-Nov. 28, 2003

Fred “Chris” TARTER, 53, 375 W. Pleasant Hill Rd., Akron, died at 4:40 p.m. Friday at Windsor Estates Health and Rehab Center, Kokomo, as a result of injuries sustained at his workplace on Jan. 15.

Born to Fred O. and Francis “Pat” LEHMAN TARTER in Wabash, he graduated in 1969 from North Miami High School. He married Shelly Ann HILE in June 1988 in Amboy. She died Feb. 12, 1991. He was a certified welder at Levins Salvage, Peru, and member of the Eagles Lodge, Rochester, and the NRA.

Survivors include his mother, Francis “Pat” TARTER, Akron; one daughter, Michaela TARTER, Akron; one grandson, Vernon DERRING Jr., Akron; four sisters, Sheila and husband Randy RUNKLE, Macy, Sherry TARTER, Akron, Sandy and husband Tom SMITH, Macy, Shelly and husband Richard FRY, Akron; one brother, Edward TARTER and wife Kristi, Macy, and 13 nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Wayne BALMER officiating. Burial will be at Gaerte Cemetery, Macy. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, 1550 N. 25 West, Akron.

Mark E. Wilson

Mark E. WILSON, 54, 1060 W. Prairiewood Dr., Rochester, died Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna.

Tuesday, December 2, 2003

Mark E. Wilson

Oct. 18, 1949-Nov. 30, 2003

Mark E. WILSON, 54, 1060 W. Prairiewood Dr., Rochester, died at 8:08 a.m. Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born to James Orville and Wilma Ruth DITTMAN WILSON in Rochester, he graduated in 1967 from Kewanna High School. He attend Vincennes University and graduated from Purdue University in 1974. He married Nicki Warner on June 26, 1976, in Peru. He was a rural mail carrier for the Kewanna post office. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany in 1972-1974.

He was a member of First Baptist Church, Rochester, American Legion and the Lions Club. He enjoyed being with his family and friends, traveling and helping others.

Survivors include his wife, Nicki [WILSON], at home; one son, Seth WILSON and wife Stacey, Rochester; one brother, Timothy WILSON and wife Deb, Kewanna; two sisters, Judy and husband Jack GRAHAM, Lucerne, Mary Lou and husband Bill FOERG, Royal Center; his mother, Wilma R. WILSON, Kewanna; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Rochester, with Revs. Mark SPENCER and Junior BOSE officiating. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery. A graveside military

service will be conducted. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Harrison Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, North Miami Scholarship Fund, or Indiana Organ Procurement Organization.

Wednesday, December 3, 2003

Alice Harmon Hartman

April 11, 1919-Dec. 2, 2003

Alice Ruth HARMON HARTMAN, 84, 5438 E. 18th Rd., Argos, died at 8:50 a.m. Tuesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth, where she had been a patient for one day. Her health had been failing for several years.

Born to Ermil E. and Ola G. OVERMYER FISH near Argos, she lived in the Argos community her entire life. She married Ralph “Mike” HARMON on Aug. 27, 1937, in Fort Wayne. He preceded her in death in 1984. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting and working in her garden. She attended Walnut Church of the Brethren, Argos.

Survivors include one daughter, Patsy VanVACTOR and friend Sam SOLTIS, Plymouth; four grandchildren, Billy Joe DAVIS and wife Penny, Argos, Brenda Lee and husband Charles CHILTON, Rochester, Barbara Ann and husband Clinton VINING, Etna Green, Sandra Kay and husband Ron STOCKBERGER, Argos; five great-grandchildren, Barry ZAHM, Michael DAVIS, Jena DAVIS, Angela CHILTON, Jason CHILTON; one great-great-grandson, Christopher CHILTON; one sister, Velma AUSTIN, Tampa, Fla.; and one brother, Gerald FISH and wife Burnette “Bunny,” Sacramento, Calif. Her parents, husband, sister, Hilda BOWER, and five brothers, Charles, Oliver, Kermit, Harold and Everett FISH preceded her in death.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, 208 N. Michigan St., Argos, with Pastor Tony SCHNEIDERS officiating. Burial will be at Walnut Church of the Brethren Cemetery, southeast of Argos. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to her services. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Albert M. Price

A memorial service for Albert M. PRICE, 9200 Coachhouse Lane, Estero, Fla., who died Aug. 29 in Estero will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Grace United Methodist Church, Rochester.

He lived in Akron and was employed by Akron Exchange State Bank from 1946-1967 when he moved to First National Bank, now Wells Fargo, Rochester. He retired in 1980. He and his wife, Mary, moved to Fort Myers, Fla. in 1990.

Thomas R. Reed

April 29, 1934-Nov. 30, 2003

Thomas Richard REED, 69, 7695 N. 375 East, Rochester, died Sunday at the Baptist Hospital, DeSota, Miss., while surrounded by his beloved family. His death was unexpected.

Born to Louis W. and Florence EBY REED in Plymouth, he took Ellen M. FRUSH to be his bride on May 14, 1955, in Warsaw.

He graduated from Argos High School in 1953. Following graduation, he served his country in the Armed Forces with the U.S. Army in Korea from 1956-1958.

Locally he farmed and managed the Kaiser Agricultural Chemical plant on Indiana 19, north of Mentone, until he suffered a heart attack in 1980. He was very active with area youth through Future Farmers of America.

He was a longtime member and deacon of the Walnut Church of the Brethren near Argos. He

was a very active member of The Gideons International, Plymouth Camp, having held offices on the local and state levels. One of his favorite activities with the Gideons International was to travel to other states and help the Gideon members distribute Bibles. He was particularly fond of the college and school distributions because he loved giving to children. He loved the Lord and wanted to serve Him in every way until the Lord called him home.

Survivors include his beloved wife, Ellen [REED], with whom he spent more than 48 years; one daughter, Cheryl LEININGER, Rochester; one son, Robert REED, Tippecanoe; two grandsons, Aaron and Seth LEININGER, Rochester; one granddaughter, Latosha REED, Tippecanoe; two sisters, Bonnie and husband Harry BRAUER, Olney, Ill., Susie VORIES, Plymouth; and one brother, William McGRIFF, Arkansas. His parents, two sisters and one brother preceded him in death.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Walnut Church of the Brethren, southeast of Argos, with Rev. Gary EDWARDS officiating. He will be laid to rest at Walnut Church of the Brethren Cemetery following the services. Family and friends may call from 2-4 or 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, or one hour prior to services at the church. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will conduct military graveside rites. In lieu of flowers, the Reed family requests donations to the Living Memorial Bible Plan of the Gideons International.

Thursday, December 4, 2003

Robert C. Hutton

Nov. 5, 1954-Dec. 3, 2003

Robert Christopher HUTTON, 49, 5836 S. Gale St., Indianapolis, died at 6:05 p.m. Wednesday at St. Francis Hospital, Beech Grove.

Born in Santa Monica, Calif., to Robert and Bridget CARR HUTTON, he married Jodi L. JENSEN EASTERDAY in Lake Tahoe, Nev., on Sept. 29, 1989. She survives.

He was an electrician and member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 481.

Survivors include his wife, at home; two sons, Nicholus HUTTON, Placerville, Calif., Jacob R. HUTTON, Indianapolis; one daughter, Sarah and husband Chad BACHMAN, Temecula, Calif.; his mother, Bridget RILEY, Costa Mesa, Calif.; one sister, Jolie ZAMORA, Mt. Aukum, Calif.; one brother, James RILEY, Costa Mesa, Calif.; and his mother- and father-in-law, Duane and Marilou ZIMMERMAN HOLADAY, Brighton, Mich.

His father preceded him in death.

There will be no services or visitation. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements. A memorial education fund has been established for Jacob Hutton in memory of his father. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.

Friday, December 5, 2003

Raymond C. Wideman

Raymond Charles WIDEMAN, 58, 4506 N. 1100 West, Rochester, died at 5 p.m. Thursday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, where he had been a patient for one day. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Saturday, December 6, 2003

Jean M. Gibson

July 31, 1917 – Dec. 5, 2003

Jean M. GIBSON, 86, a resident of Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake, since 1999, and formerly of Mentone and Etna Green, died at 8:40 a.m. Friday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Mentone to Chester L. and Bessie L. SHAFER MANWARING, she married Merl M. GIBSON on Dec. 2, 1950, in Mishawaka. He died Oct. 18, 1997. She was a homemaker and member of Harrison Center Church.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Harrison Center Church, Etna Green, with Dr. Robert PROVEST and Pastor William STEVENS officiating. Burial will be at Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Monday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, and one half hour before services at the church. Memorials may be made to Slavic Gospel Association and Harrison Center Church.

Raymond Charles Widman

June 5, 1945 – Dec. 4, 2003

Raymond Charles WIDMAN, 58, 4506 N. 1100 West, Rochester, died at 5 p.m. Thursday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a sudden illness. Survivors include his wife, Linda WIDMAN; two daughters, RaeAnn Lynn RICHARD, Rochester, and Tamra Ann WIDMAN, Hancock; two sons, Raymond Leonard WIDMAN, Akron, and Thomas Charles WIDMAN, Loda, Ill.; one sister, Cathy DRACH, Standwood, Mich.; and three brothers, Paul WIDMAN, Rochester, James WIDMAN, Fulton, and Dale WIDMAN, Portland. Services are at 10 a.m. Monday in the St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Monterey, with Father Bert WOOLSON officiating. Friends may call Sunday in the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, from 2-6 p.m.

Monday, December 8, 2003

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Tuesday, December 9, 2003

Richard Emmerling

July 11, 1925-Dec. 6, 2003

Richard EMMERLING, 78, 314 E. Washington St., Bunker Hill, died at 2:55 p.m. Saturday at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

Born in East Liverpool, Ohio, to William E. and Helen WILD EMMERLING, he married Nancy WEST in 1956. She survives.

He served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II and the Korean War. He was a member and past commander of the Bunker Hill VFW Lodge and a member of Peru American Legion and the 40 & 8.

Survivors include two sons, Richard EMMERLING and wife Liz, Valdosta, Ga., Mark EMMERLING and wife Tina, Bunker Hill; four daughters, Nancy and husband John BOLTON, Tara EMMERLING, Lora and husband Jim MERCER, all of Bunker Hill, Colleen and husband Jeff COX, Rochester; one son-in-law, Bob HOWE II; 10 grandchildren, Richard EMMERLING III, Dylan EMMERLING, Shannon BOLTON, Andrew MERCER, Adam MERCER, Shawn

EMMERLING, Chase HOWE, Eric DAVIS, Nate COX, Devin COX; and one great grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Allen Funeral Home, Bunker Hill, with Pastor Rick STONE officiating. Burial and a military committal service will be at Springdale Cemetery, Bunker Hill. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Hettie Lee Frizzell Gochenour

Hettie L. FRIZZELL GOCHENOUR, 77, 471 Victory Lane, Waverly, Tenn., and formerly of Rochester, died Saturday at Three Rivers Hospital, Waverly, Tenn. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Wesley Dee ‘Wes’ Richey

May 16, 1965-Dec. 5, 2003

Wesley Dee “Wes” RICHEY, 38, Rochester, died at 8:26 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He died from injuries resulting from an auto accident on Old U.S. 31, just north of Rochester.

Born in Marion to Ernest W. and Virginia L. CHAPEL RICHEY, he graduated from Eastbrook High School in 1983, and went to ITT Tech, Fort Wayne. While at Eastbrook, he was in the Navy Sea Cadets. He and Roberta, his wife of 10 years, lived in Grant County until moving to Rochester three years ago. He was a self-employed mechanic who enjoyed refurbishing classic cars. He replicated the “Blues Brothers” police car three times. The first replication is in a St. Louis museum.

Survivors include his parents, Ernest and Virginia RICHEY, Marion; his paternal grandparents, Dallas and Esther RICHEY, Marion; his maternal grandmother, Evelyn CHAPEL, Marion; his wife, Roberta [RICHEY], Rochester; one daughter, Desha [RICHEY], Marion, three sons, Joseph and Justin, Marion, Michael [RICHEY], Rochester; one sister, Vicki and husband David GILBERT, Marion; one granddaughter, Jadeline; three nieces, Audra, Whitney and Lacey; and one great-nephew, Julian. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Glenn CHAPEL, and his uncle, Glen Edward CHAPEL.

Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Needham-Storey-Wampner North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, with Rev. Tim HELM officiating. Burial will be at Park Cemetery, Fairmount. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Riley Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis.

Wednesday, December 10, 2003

Hettie Lee Frizzell Gochenour

Feb. 27, 1926-Dec. 6, 2003

Hettie Lee FRIZZELL GOCHENOUR, 77, 471 Victory Lane, Waverly, Tenn., died Saturday at Three Rivers Hospital, Waverly.

Born in New Johnsonville, Tenn., to Walter Monroe and Georgia Ann CLARK FRIZZELL, she married Billy Adrian GOCHENOUR on Jan. 6, 1950, in Van Wert, Ohio. He preceded her in death on Dec. 8, 1991. She was a homemaker and member of Waverly Church of Christ. She moved to Humphreys County, Tenn., in 1993, from Rochester where she had lived for 27 years.

Survivors include four daughters, Lanetta Faye and husband Dale OVERMYER, Rochester, Alicia Kay and husband Steve SUMMERS, Rochester, Bonnie Nadine and husband Ron TURGEON, Manchester, N.H., Caroline Sue WRIGHT, Marietta Ga.; 18 grandchildren; five

great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mabel GARRETT, Myrtle and husband Clarence KELLER, Ruby MILLER, all of Waverly, Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews. She was one of a familiy of 15 children. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one son, Claude Frederick GOCHENOUR in August 2003.

Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester, with Rev. Brian SEWELL officiating. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of the arrangements.

Aydan Matthew Harger

Oct. 3, 2003-Dec. 8, 2003

Aydan Matthew HARGER, 2 months old, 8247 W. 1275 South, Akron, died at 7:37 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

He was born in Warsaw to John Hanson and Kristi HARGER.

Survivors include his parents, John Hanson and Kristi HARGER, Akron; one brother, Ethan HARGER, at home; paternal grandparents, Giles and Jennifer NEER, Akron; maternal grandparents, Bob and Pat VOORS, Albion; maternal grandmother, Denise SMITH, Muncie; paternal great-grandmother, Paula HANSON, Warsaw; and maternal great-grandfather, Louis PFEIFFER, Rochester.

Services will be at 6 p.m. Friday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, with Pastor Wynn CARR officiating. There will be private interment services. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be made to the family at 8247 W. 1275 South, Akron IN 46910.

Dixie Lattimer Miller

Dixie LATTIMER MILLER, 91, 805 Baker St., Plymouth, died Tuesday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth. Survivors include her husband, Brock MILLER, Plymouth; one daughter, Rebecca HINDMAN, Elkhart; three sons, Michael G. LATTIMER, Leesburg, David C. LATTIMER, Argos, John C. LATTIMER, Muncie; and one sister, Joyce THOMAS, Decatur, Ill. Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Plymouth Church of the Brethren. Visitation will be 3-7 p.m. Thursday at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth.

Virginia E. Pfeiffer

Virginia E. PFEIFFER, 64, 3618 N. Old U.S. 31, Rochester, died at 4:15 a.m. Tuesday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Myra M. Sones

Myra M. SONES, 95, 1125 Franklin Ave., Rochester, died Nov. 30 at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. Survivors include two sons, Doug R. BOER, Rochester, William BOER, Newport Richey, Fla.; two daughters, Myra BUROFF, Marietta, Ga., Mary Ellen WINSETT, Glasco, Ky.; and one sister, Virginia FONTASCHA, Arizona Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Culver Masonic Cemetery.

Thursday, December 11, 2003

Louise E. Fisher

Feb. 13, 1920-Dec. 10, 2003

Louise E. FISHER, 83, Kewanna, died at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Logansport to Charles E. and Lula K. KONNEL ROACH, she married Melvin D. FISHER on Aug. 25, 1937, in Lafayette. He preceded her in death on Oct. 7, 1991. She was a retired nurse’s technician and had worked at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac, and St. Joseph Hospital, Logansport. She was a life member and very active in the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary No. 1121, Kewanna. She reared two foster sons, Larry and James HURLEY. Later, she assumed full custody of James Hurley’s twin daughters, Andolee Lynn and Billie Jo, after he was killed in Thailand on Jan. 24, 1975, and raised them to adulthood.

Survivers include two brothers, Robert ROACH, Michigan City, and Ray ROACH, Logansport; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two foster sons, two sisters and two brothers.

Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, with Rev. Cliff GANO officiating. Burial will be at Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. The Ladies V.F.W. Auxiliary will conduct a memorial service at 7:30 p.m. Friday during visitation.

Hettie Lee Frizzell Gochenour

Feb. 27, 1926-Dec. 6, 2003

Hettie Lee FRIZZELL GOCHENOUR, 77, 471 Victory Lane, Waverly, Tenn., died Saturday at Three Rivers Hospital, Waverly.

Born in New Johnsonville, Tenn., to Walter Monroe and Georgia Ann CLARK FRIZZELL, she married Billy Adrian GOCHENOUR on Jan. 6, 1950, in Van Wert, Ohio. He preceded her in death on Dec. 9, 1991. She was a homemaker and member of Waverly Church of Christ. She moved to Humphreys County, Tenn. in 1993, from Rochester where she had lived for 27 years.

Survivors include four daughters, Lanetta Faye and husband Dale OVERMYER, Rochester, Alicia Kay and husband Steve SUMMERS, Rochester, Carolyn Sue WRIGHT, Marietta Ga., Bonnie Nadine and husband Ron TURGEON, Manchester, N.H.; 17 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mabel GARRETT, Myrtle and husband Clarence KELLER, and Ruby MILLER, all of Waverly, Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews. She was one of a familiy of 15 children. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one son, Claude Fredrick Gochenour in Aug. 2003.

Graveside services were at 10 a.m. today at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester, with Rev. Brian SEWELL officiating. Burial was at IOOF Cemetery. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, was in charge of the arrangements.

Virginia E. Pfeiffer

May 5, 1939-Dec. 9, 2003

Virginia E. PFEIFFER, 64, 3618 N. Old U.S. 31, Rochester, died at 4:15 a.m. Tuesday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, where she had been a patient for nine days. She had been in failing health for several years.

Born in San Antonio, Texas, to Clarence and Dorothy E. BLACKNALL CUSACK, she lived in the Rochester area for 35 years and previously lived in Ohio and Texas. On Dec. 31, 1987, she married Louis R. PFEIFFER. She was a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, Louis R. Pfeiffer, at home; four daughters, Charlotte M. and husband John NEEL, Texas, Judy A. PARROTT, Texas, Beverly J. WILLIAMS, Ohio, Denise E. SMITH, Muncie; two sons, Richard L. CARR Jr. and wife Donna, Akron, Lynn T. CARR and wife Cris, Pennsylvania; one stepson, Wayne PFEIFFER, Rochester; 20 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Patsy FENNER, Texas, Linda PALMER, Texas; two brothers, Billy EBENSTEIN, Texas, Joe CUSACK, Texas; and four nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents and one great-grandson.

Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Rochester, with Lynn T. CARR officiating. Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Chester Griffin Tipton Jr.

Mar. 2, 1948-Dec. 10, 2003

Chester Griffin TIPTON Jr., 55, 300 E. Fourth St., Apt. 1H, Rochester, died at 6:10 p.m. Wednesday at his home. He had been failing in health for two months.

Born in Fabius, Ala., to Chester GRIFFIN and Audrey PHILLIPS TIPTON, he was a general laborer and forklift driver. He lived in the Rochester area for the past eight years and in this area for most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of the LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post No. 36 and ABATE Region 1. He enjoyed camping and fishing.

Survivors include his mother, Audrey JACKS, Rochester; one brother, Robert TIPTON, Rochester; one aunt, Doris CONLEY, Delong; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his father.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Floyd ALLEN officiating. American Legion and V.F.W. Posts will conduct military services following service at the funeral home. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Friday, December 12, 2003

Jeffery Dean Bridge

Jeffery Dean BRIDGE, 46, 823 Academy Road, Culver, died Wednesday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

Survivors include wife, Kathy [BRIDGE], at home; one son, Joshua BRIDGE, Logansport; his parents, Richard and Sharon BRIDGE, Logansport; one sister, Diane BARRETT, Walton; and two brothers, Dale BRIDGE, Walton, and Curtiss BRIDGE, Michigan City.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. today and one hour prior to service at the funeral home.

Terry Parman

May 1, 1946 – Dec. 11, 2003

Terry PARMAN, 57, Decatur, Mich., died Thursday at his home.

Born in Rochester to Melvin and Glenn JACKSON PARMAN, he served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was formerly employed as an automotive service manager for Devrou Chevrolet, Paw Paw, Mich., and Lochmondy Motors, Elkhart. On Oct. 11, 1969, he married Christine Jasiewicz in Mishawaka.

Survivors include, his wife, Christine PARMAN, at home; one daughter, Michelle PARMAN and fiance Cy CONWELL, Bloomingdale, Mich.; two sons, Anthony PARMAN and wife Thressa, Decatur, Mich., and Joseph PARMAN and wife Stephanie, Paw Paw, Mich.; five grandchildren; and one brother, Edward PARMAN and wife Sharon, country of Mexico.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Newell Funeral Home, 83313 M-51 Highway, Decatur, with Fr. Richard VALLS officiating. Burial will be at Lakeside Cemetery, Decatur. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Memorials may be made to the West Michigan Cancer Center.

Saturday, December 13, 2003

Mary E. Lynch

Mary E. LYNCH, 88, Miller’s Mary Manor, Warsaw, and formerly of Claypool, died Thursday at Miller’s Merry Manor. Survivors include two sons, Terry LYNCH, Leesburg, Richard LYNCH, Claypool; two daughters, Judy FELDMAN and Janice FELDMAN, both of Akron; and one sister, Ruby TEETER, Russville. Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Visitation will be two hours prior to services.

Elnora Ruth Treber

June 18, 1921 – Dec. 12, 2003

Elnora Ruth TREBER, 82, 409 Indiana Ave., Argos, died at 3:45 a.m. Friday at her home. She had been in failing health for three months.

Born in Peru to E. L. and Mabel HAMER GLOVER, she had lived in the Argos area since 1954 when she moved from Plymouth. She married Howard HILL. He preceded her in death. She married Robert E. TREBER in Darlington on Jan. 27, 1952. He preceded her in death on June 24, 1985.

She retired from the McCord Corp., Plymouth, with 35 years of service and was a member of the Women’s Auxiliary of the Argos American Legion Post No. 68.

Survivors include two daughters, Linda SMITH, Pierceton, Georgia and husband Frank HARLEY, Argos; two sons, James TREBER, Rochester, Dennis TREBER and wife Kathy, Bremen; 10 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Alice GRAY, Sheridan, Miriam and husband Jim INGRAM, Lafayette, Bonnie CRIDER, Noblesville; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, one grandson, one granddaughter, one sister, Marguerite GLOVER, four brothers, Robert, Edward, Gilbert, Earl [GLOVER] Jr. and one daughter-in-law, Donna TREBER.

Graveside service will be at noon Monday at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be 10-11:45 a.m. Monday at Grossman Funeral Home, 208 N. Michigan St., Argos.

Monday, December 15, 2003

Sadie M. Hopkins

Sadie M. HOPKINS, 90, Froh Community Home, Sturgis, Mich., and formerly of 915 Jefferson St., Rochester, died Friday at Froh Community Home. Survivors include two daughters, Wanda PONTIOUS, Sturgis, Mich., and Sharon JOHNSON, Rochester. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. today at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Edward N. Provost

Sept. 28, 1907 – Dec. 14, 2003

Edward Newton PROVOST, 96, 2580 Bessmore Park Road, Rochester, died at 10:35 a.m. Sunday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Turners Falls, Mass., to Mitchell H. and Bessie CLARK PROVOST, he married May MERRILL on Jan. 6, 1934, in Springfield, Mass. She preceded him in death on May 8, 1997. He was a sales correspondent for Gilbarco Manufacturing Co.

Survivors include one daughter, Jacqueline and husband Richard NEUMANN, Bass River, Cape Cod, Mass.; one son, M. Edward PROVOST and wife Harriet, Rochester; five grandchildren, Curtis ADAMS, Boynton Beach, Fla., Tamara VITELLO, Westfield, Kristen ORZEL, Hebron, Conn., Scott NEUMANN, Canton, Conn., Gwen MORETT, Dallas, Texas; eight great-grandchildren, Colby and Chase ORZEL, Brandon and Brooke ADAMS, Cole VITELLO, Nicole MORETT, Samantha and Nicholas ORZEL. Preceding him in death were his wife, one sister, Aileen JOHNSON, and one grandson, Brent McALLISTER.

Memorial service will be announced at a later date by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation through the funeral home. Interment will be in the Riverside Cemetery, Woodstock, Vt.

Wesley ‘Dale’ Weller

Wesley “Dale” WELLER, 81, 3843 N. Indiana 19, Peru, died at 1:19 a.m. Saturday at Dukes Continuing Care, Peru. He had lived in Miami County all his life.

Born in Macy to David Wesley “Wes” and Oradell “Dolly” KENDALL WELLER, he was a lifetime farmer, drove a school bus for 18 years and was a Miami County REMC director for 33 years. He married Miriam Sowers in 1945. She survives. He was a member of Salem Christian Church, Peru, and a former member of Macy Christian Church.

Survivors include his wife, Miriam WELLER, at home; one son, Mike WELLER, Peru; one daughter, Cindy and husband Dave BRANDT, Huntington; and one sister, Elaine GOTTSCHALK, Rochester. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Grace Kiffmeyer and Dorothy Washington.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, Peru, with Pastor John RHODES officiating. Burial will be at Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Dukes Continuing Care or Salem Christian Church.

Tuesday, December 16, 2003

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Wednesday, December 17, 2003

James Edward Brubaker

April 25, 1950 – Dec. 15, 2003

James Edward BRUBAKER, 53, 1801 West Ridge Road, Rochester, was pronounced dead at 6:10 p.m. Monday shortly after arrival at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He had suffered a massive heart attack while en route to the hospital for treatment.

Born in Rochester to Arthur F. and Thelma E. DeWALD BRUBAKER, he was a lifetime resident of the Rochester area. He graduated from Rochester Community High School in 1969. On June 30, 1973, in Athens, he took Sue Ann JOHNSON to be his bride. They had two children, a daughter, Kimberly, and her husband, Derrick HOLLOWAY, and a son, Benjamin A. BRUBAKER, both of Rochester. He is survived by two sisters, Linda and husband Gene KELSO, Washington, and Ann HOLLOWAY, Rochester; and his mother-in-law, Florence Juanita JOHNSON, Rochester. Nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, his father-in-law, Emerson JOHNSON, and a brother-in-law, Max HOLLOWAY.

He was a 31-year employee of Ad–Vance Magnetics Inc., Rochester, where he had been employed as a welder. He was a fireman for the Rochester Fire Department for 24 years and he also had owned and operated E-T Fire Extinguishers, Rochester, for the past 15 years. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Lodge No. 852. Lake Manitou Moose Lodge No. 1107 and the Rochester Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge No. 47, where he was a past Noble Grand and he was currently serving as a trustee for the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester. He was vice president of the Fulton County Fireman’s Association and the past president and current treasurer of the Rochester Volunteer Fireman’s Association.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth Street, Rochester, with Rev. Ed CLARK officiating. Internment will be at IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. The Roch-ester Fire Department will provide full fireman’s burial honors at the funeral home for visitation and at the cemetery. Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services Friday. The Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge No. 47 will conduct a memorial service at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Thursday. Memorials may be made in his memory to the Rochester Fire Department.

Ronald Dan Smart

Ronald Dan SMART, 65, 2203 E. Indiana 14, Apt. 5, Rochester, died Saturday evening at his home. Survivors include two sons, Randall Edward SMART, Indiana, Ronald Dan SMART, Illinois; one daughter, Margaret Elizabeth SMART, Ohio; two brothers, Steve L. SMART, Hartford City, Larry Jo SMART, Hurricane, W.Va.; and one sister, Cheryl DeBRUHL, Indianapolis. There will be no services or visitation. Keplinger Funeral Home, Hartford City, is handling arrangements.

R. Rose Voreis

R. Rose VOREIS, 89, 10514 Okeechobee Road, Ft. Pierce, Fla., formerly of Culver, died at 10:30 p.m. Monday at her home. Arrangements are pending at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver.

Ethel Evelyn Masteller

Aug. 17, 1924 – Dec. 16, 2003

Ethel Evelyn MASTELLER, 79, 6309 E. 250 South, Rochester, died at 1:35 a.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester, where she had been a patient since Nov. 2. She had been in failing health for the past five months.

Born near Akron to Thomas and Pearl Grace SHOEMAKER BOYER, she lived her entire life in the Macy, Akron and Rochester communities. She married Claude W. MASTELLER in Athens on Dec. 20, 1941. He preceded her in death on April 1, 1998. She was a 26-year employee of the former Hart Schaffner & Marx Corp., Rochester, and had assisted her late husband in the operation of the family farm. She was a member of Richland Center United Methodist Church near Rochester.

Survivors include two daughters, Sharon and husband Michael SIPE, Indianapolis, Claudia and husband Roger BAILEY, Akron; two grandchildren, Andy SIPE, Indianapolis, Angela AHLEFELD, Anderson; six great-grandchildren; and one sister, Maxine MYERS, Plymouth. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one sister and three brothers.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth St., Rochester. Burial will be at Hoover Cemetery, Athens. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Richland Center United Methodist Church.

Thursday, December 18, 2003

Evelyn G. Allen Bounsall

Oct. 19, 1907 – Dec. 16, 2003

Evelyn G. ALLEN BOUNSALL, 96, Indianapolis, died Tuesday.

She was born in Indianapolis to Marion W. and Lula VanSCYOC ALLEN. She owned and operated Sun Cleaners, Indianapolis, with her late husband, Leonard R. BOUNSALL, for more than 40 years, retiring in 1970. She was a member of East 91st Street Christian Church, Indianapolis.

Survivors include one daughter, Lueva “Billie” and husband Harold FRANCIS, Carmel; one son, Richard A. BOUNSALL and wife Marjorie, Rochester; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Flanner & Buchanan Funeral Center, Carmel. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Fishers. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to East 91st Street Christian Church. For more information, visit www.flannerbuchanan.com.

Trenson T. Kline

Trenson T. KLINE, 84, formerly of Argos and Akron, died today at 12:20 a.m. at Woodlawn Hospital, Roch-ester. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

John E. Madlem

John E. MADLEM, 88, 129 W. Sixth St., Rochester, died at 1 a.m. today at Life Care Center, Rochester, where he was a patient. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Karen ‘Faye’ McDonald

Karen “Faye” McDONALD, 46, 162 EMS W30 Lane, North Webster, died Tuesday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. Survivors include her father, Joe Lee McDONALD, Delong; one son, Marcus WASHINGTON, North Webster; one daughter, Teresita BYRUM, Charlotte, N.C.; and three brothers, Joe Lee McDONALD Jr., California, Manzell McDONALD, Indiana, Steve McDONALD, Indiana. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Paulo deSenna

Paulo deSENNA died Dec. 1 at his home in Catanduva, Brazil. Survivors include his wife, Isabel; three sons at home, Arthur, Hugo and Victor deSENNA; his mother; one sister; and one brother. He was a Rotary exchange student in 1975-76 and lived with the Wells, Brunn and Maughn families in Rochester.

Friday, December 19, 2003

Richard M. Brown

Richard M. BROWN, 75, Kewanna, died Thursday at his home. Survivors include his wife, Pauline BROWN, at home; one son, James R. BROWN, Fairland; one daughter, Julia L. BROWN, at home; three sisters, Emma HOREIN, Elkhart, Thelma HUNT, Denver, Colo., Dorothy STEINKE, Portland, Texas; and one brother, Ernest BROWN, Granger. Private graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna. Harrison-Metzger Funeral Home, Kewanna, is handling arrangements.

Trenson ‘Bud’ T. Kline

April 4, 1919 – Dec. 18, 2003

Trenson T. “Bud” KLINE, 84, 1736 S. Town Lake Road, Akron, and formerly of 12498 18th B Road, Argos, died at 12:20 a.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He had been in failing health for a number of years.

Born to James S. and Emma SCHALL KLINE, he lived most of his life in the Marshall County area with the exception of the past seven years, when he resided with his daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Mike TYLER, in Akron. He married Mary Louise RINGLE in Argos on May 28, 1948. She preceded him in death on Jan. 5, 1991. He retired from Bendix Corp., South Bend, with 35 years of experience. He worked for McCord Corp., Plymouth, for 10 years.

He was a member of the Poplar Grove United Methodist Church, Culver. He graduated from Rochester High School where he played on the 1936-1937 basketball team that went to the state finals. He also played for the Zebra baseball team. He was an avid sports fan. He served in Europe during World War II as a member of the U.S. Air Force.

Survivors include one daughter, Karen and husband Mike TYLER, Akron; three sons, Ron KLINE and wife Deborah, Plymouth, John KLINE and wife Claudia, Argos, Kevin KLINE and wife Nancy, Columbia City; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one grandson, Chad DECKER, two sisters and three brothers.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Grossman Funeral Home, 208 N. Michigan St., Argos, with Rev. Warren WALMER officiating. Interment will be at the Maxinkuckee IOOF Cemetery, formerly known as the Poplar Grove Cemetery, near Culver. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. today and one hour prior to service. Memorials may be made to Poplar Grove United Methodist Church.

John E. Madlem

Aug. 17, 1915 – Dec. 18, 2003

John E. MADLEM, 88, 129 W. Sixth St., Rochester, died at 1 a.m. Thursday at Life Care Center, Rochester, where he had been a patient for one week. He had been failing in health for the past 60 days.

Born in Gilead to Urias and Alsadie LANDIS MADLEM, he lived his entire life in the Rochester area. He married Doris NEWBY in Akron on Dec. 17, 1941. She preceded him in death on Sept. 8, 1993. He married Alta HITTLE ROCK in Florida on March 12, 2000. She survives at home.

He was a retired 20-year railway U.S. Postal clerk for the former Erie & Lackawanna Railroad. He was also a foreman for General Tire Corp., Wabash. A 32nd degree Mason, he was a member of the Rochester F & AM Lodge and Rochester Manitou Moose Lodge No. 1107. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, having served in the Signal Corps in the Dutch West Indies. He was particularly fond of beekeeping and making maple syrup.

Survivors include his wife, Alta Rock MADLEM, at home; two daughters, Janet MADLEM, Huntington, Judy MADLEM, Little Rock, Ark.; one son, Gary MADLEM and wife Elizabeth, Rochester; one stepdaughter, Donna KIRBY, Rochester; three stepsons, Darl ROCK and wife Janet, Rochester, Richard ROCK and wife Jean, Grass Creek, John ROCK and wife Linda, Twelve Mile; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; 12 stepgrandchildren; and two stepgreat-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, one sister, Belva KREIGHBAUM, and two brothers.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 126 W. Sixth St., Rochester, with Rev. Junior BOSE officiating. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Saturday and one hour prior to services. A masonic memorial service will be at 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Saturday, December 20, 2003

Ronald D. Keller

Ronald D. KELLER, 66, Rochester, died Thursday at his home. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn KELLER, Rochester, and two sisters, Marilyn FRITZ, Noblesville, Cindy WADE, Winslow. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, Noblesville. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Monday, December 22, 2003

Vassil W. ‘Curly’ Cross

Vassil “Curly” CROSS, 87, formerly of Rochester, died at 5:45 p.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Elmer Fletcher

Elmer FLETCHER, 97, formerly of Argos, died at 8:10 p.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth. Arrangements are pending at Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Martha Ann Yates

Martha Ann YATES, 66, 7995 W. Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw, died at 7:23 p.m. Saturday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Phyllis June Books

June 18, 1927 – Dec. 20, 2003

Phyllis June BOOKS, 76, Warsaw, and formerly of Rochester, passed away at 5 p.m. Saturday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Peru to Harry Francis and Effie Mae MULLNIX EBERLIE, she married Ervin E. BOOKS in Peru on June 15, 1947. He preceded her in death on Sept. 3, 1987.

She was a homemaker and had been an Avon and Tupperware dealer. She was a charter member of the Peru Nazarene Church, had been a member of Macy Christian Church for 25 years and attended the Westside Apostolic Church, Rochester, for 25 years.

Survivors include three sons, Harry BOOKS and wife Veronica, La Fontaine, Richard A. BOOKS, La Fontaine, Jim WARNER and wife Linda, Naples, Fla.; seven daughters, Honey and husband Loren PRUITT, Warsaw, Aloralee and husband Don BROMLEY, South Whitley, Roxanna and husband Paul E. CARTER Jr., Peru, Sandra and husband Dave SHOCKEY, Indianapolis, Christina and husband Roger DRUDGE, Kite, Ky., Juneattea and husband Rick MAY, Rochester, Joyce and husband Bud MARTIN, Kokomo; one half brother, Jerry RICHARDSON and wife Nancy, Bunker Hill; 22 grandchildren; and 52 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Thelma ULSHAFER and Rhoda FISHER, and two brothers, Harry and Jim “Sonny” EBERLIE.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Mike YOUNG officiating. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. today and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be at Plainview Cemetery, Macy.

Earl Halterman

Earl HALTERMAN, 96, died at 2:45 a.m. today at Hickory Creek, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester.

Martha Ann Yates

Martha Ann YATES, 66, 7995 W. Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw, died at 7:23 p.m. Saturday at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Tuesday, December 23, 2003

Vassil W. ‘Curly’ Cross Jr.

Aug. 25, 1916 – Dec. 20, 2003

Vassil W. “Curly” CROSS Jr., 87, 600 N. Colfax Ave. Apt. 231, Warsaw, passed away at 5:45 p.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw, where he had been a patient since September. He had been failing in health for the past six months.

Born in Center in Howard County, near Kokomo, to Vassil W. and Pearl CROSS, he resided in Warsaw the past two years after moving from Nyona Lake. He married Evie Loar on Jan. 27, 1945. She preceded him in death on Sept. 28, 1995.

He was a Kokomo High School graduate and owner and operator of Standard Packing Co., Kokomo, for 60 years. He was a member of Manitou Moose Lodge No. 1107, a life member of the Manitou VFW Post No. 1343, American Legion Post No. 36, all in Rochester, and past district commander of VFW Post No. 1152, Kokomo. As a member of the U.S. Air Force, he served in the European theater during World War II. His favorite pastime was woodworking.

Survivors include one daughter, Sandy DRESCH, Warsaw; one son, Michael CROSS,

Rochester; one granddaughter, Kim DRESCH, Warsaw; one grandson, Kent DRESCH, Hammond; one great-great-granddaughter, Sierra DRESCH, Warsaw; and one sister, Mary RIFE, Warsaw. Preceding him in death were his parents, two sisters and three brothers.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends of the family will have charge of the Celebration of Life services.

Dorothy L. Miller

Oct. 20, 1916 – Dec. 23, 2003

Dorothy L. MILLER, 87, Life Care Center, Rochester, and formerly of Akron, died at 8:25 a.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Rochester to Dellmond and Elva E. SNYDER WAGONER, she married Harold D. MILLER in Rochester on Aug. 17, 1935. He died April 5, 1997. She was a homemaker. She and her husband owned Miller’s L.P. Gas Service, north of Akron. They retired from the business in September 1976. She was a member of Beaver Dam United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one sister, Florence and husband Leo FLORY, South Bend, and nieces and nephews. Her parents and husband preceded her in death.

Services will be at noon Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Rob SEEWALD officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the service on Friday. Memorials may be made to Beaver Dam United Methodist Church.

Wednesday, December 23, 2003

Rebecca Derry

Rebecca DERRY, 58, 1009 La Porte St., Plymouth, died Saturday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth. Survivors include two daughters, Evie Marie DERRY, North Carolina, and Diane Denise DERRY, Florida. Cremation has taken place. Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, handled arrangements.

Elmer L. Fletcher

Sept. 17, 1906 – Dec. 21, 2003

Elmer L. FLETCHER, 97, 18325 Ironwood Road, Argos, passed away at 8:10 p.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth, where he had been a patient since July of 2002. Born in Richland Center, west of Rochester, to Claude D. and Barbara E. WYNN FLETCHER, he lived most of his life in the Argos community, except for wintering in the Avon Park and Sebring, Fla. areas for 22 years. On June 24, 1934, at the Walnut Church of the Brethren, he took Chloe L. SWIHART HECK to be his wife. She preceded him in death on Aug. 23, 2002.

He was a man of many talents. Farming was his chosen occupation specifically grain farming and dairy cows. He was also an accomplished welder and carpenter.

He was a 1927 graduate of Argos High School. He attended the Walnut Church of the Brethren, where he had been active as a Sunday school teacher for many years. He was also an active member of the Shalom Fellowship in Plymouth.

Survivors include one brother-in-law, Merl SWIHART and wife Edna, Plymouth, and several nieces and nephews. His wife, parents and one brother, Floyd FLETCHER, preceded him in death.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Grossman Funeral Home, 208 North Michigan St., Argos, with Pastor Bob RICE officiating. Friends will be received from 9-11 a.m. prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Miller’s Merry Manor, Word of Life Ministries, Plano, Texas, or Walnut Church of the Brethren, in lieu of flowers.

Earl L. Halterman

Jan. 9, 1908 – Dec. 22, 2003

Earl L. HALTERMAN, 95, 134 Jefferson St., Rochester, died at 2:45 a.m. Monday at Hickory Creek, Rochester, where he had been a patient for three days.

Born in LaPaz to Earnest and Margaret SHENEMAN HALTERMAN, he lived most of his life in the Chicago area after living in Macy and Twelve Mile. He moved to Rochester in 1995. He married Opal LEWIS in Rochester on Jan. 9, 1929. He was a retired heat-treater for Linberg Steel Co., Chicago. He was a member of Macy Christian Church, Macy. He was well known among family for his great appetite as he loved to eat.

Survivors include three sons, Lessel L. HALTERMAN and wife Donna Jean, Macy, Lewis A. HALTERMAN and wife Shirley, Peru, Willis D. HALTERMAN and wife Clymenia, Rochester; eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and 18 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and two grandchildren.

Graveside services were at 11 a.m. today at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Memorials may be made to the North Miami Dollar for Scholars program in his memory. Foster & Good Funeral Home handled arrangments

Eva M. Kindig

July 23, 1906 – Dec. 22, 2003

Eva M. SEVERNS KINDIG, 97, Rochester, passed away at 8:25 p.m. Monday at Hickory Creek, Rochester.

Born in Rochester to Frank M. and Sadie RUSSELL SEVERNS, she married Oral B. “Hap” KINDIG on Feb. 28, 1926, at First Christian Church, Rochester.

She was a talented homemaker and was known for her delicious homemade noodles, apple dumplings and her crocheting. Paramount in her life was the work she did for her church. Her greatest passion was the love and joy-filled moments she shared with her family.

Survivors include two daughters, Helen KINDIG NOTZ and Donna Jean KINDIG SMITH, both of Rochester; one son, Omer “Skip” KINDIG and wife Annette, Warsaw; seven grandchildren, Terry NOTZ PFEIFFER and husband Wally, Patricia NOTZ ZEHR and husband Ben, Rick NOTZ and wife Karen, Joe NOTZ and wife Angie, Jean KINDIG MIZE and husband Bobbi, Tammy SMITH LEHMAN and Karen KINDIG BECK; 12 great-grandchildren, Jodi PFEIFFER MCCALl, Alison PFEIFFER, Kelly ZEHR, Kimberly ZEHR, Greta NOTZ, Rich NOTZ, Landon NOTZ, A.J. NOTZ, Michael MIZE, John LEHMAN, Heather LEHMAN and Zach BECK; one great-great-grandson, Grady McCALL; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding in death was her husband, Oral; two sons-in-law, Richard NOTZ and Frances SMITH; two brothers, Marion “Bill” SEVERNS and Orville SEVERNS; one sister, Hertha GRAEBER; and one great-great-grandson, Austin McCALL.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Woody SLADE officiating. Burial will be at the IOOF Cemetery, Rochester. Friends and relatives may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to First Christian Church, Rochester, in lieu of flowers.

Martha Ann Yates

Feb. 12, 1937 – Dec. 20, 2003

Martha Ann YATES, 66, 7995 W. Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw, died unexpectedly at 7:23 p.m. Saturday at Kosciusko Community Hosptial, Warsaw.

Born in Albion to Sylvester “Chub” and Floe SHOEMAKER HEDINGTON, she had lived most of her life in the Mentone area after moving from Albion. She married Franklin D. YATES on Aug. 28, 1954, in Etna Green. He survives.

She was co-owner of Yates Trucking Co. She was a member of the Moose Lodge, Warsaw, and loved car shows.

Survivors include her husband, Franklin D. YATES, Warsaw; one daughter, Kathy and husband Robert YAICH, Strasburg, Colo.; two sons, Randy YATES and wife Lisa, North Manchester, Brett YATES and wife Chris, Mentone; one sister, Nancy and husband Larry MELLOTT, Etna Green; one brother, Joe HEDINGTON and wife Linda, Warsaw; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Her parents preceded her in death.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Chad BURKHART officiating. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green. Memorials may be made to the Mentone EMS.

Thursday, December 25, 2003

Vassil W. ‘Curly’ Cross Jr.

Aug. 25, 1916 – Dec. 20, 2003

Vassil W. “Curly” CROSS Jr., 87, 600 N. Colfax Ave. Apt. 231, Warsaw, passed away at 5:45 p.m. Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw, where he had been a patient since September. He had been failing in health for the past six months.

Born in Center in Howard County, near Kokomo, to Vassil W. and Pearl CROSS, he resided in Warsaw the past two years after moving from Nyona Lake. He married Evie LOAR on Jan. 27, 1945. She preceded him in death on Sept. 28, 1995.

He was a Kokomo High School graduate and owner and operator of Standard Packing Co., Kokomo, for 60 years. He was a member of Manitou Moose Lodge No. 1107, a life member of the Manitou VFW Post No. 1343, American Legion Post No. 36, all in Rochester, and past district commander of VFW Post No. 1152, Kokomo. As a member of the U.S. Air Force, he served in the European theater during World War II. His favorite pastime was woodworking.

Survivors include one daughter, Sandy DRESCH, Warsaw; one son, Michael CROSS, Rochester; one granddaughter, Kim DRESCH, Warsaw; one grandson, Kent DRESCH, Hammond; one great-great-granddaughter, Sierra DRESCH, Warsaw; and one sister, Mary RIFE, Warsaw. Preceding him in death were his parents, two sisters and three brothers.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends of the family will have charge of the Celebration of Life services.

Dorothy L. Miller

Oct. 20, 1916 – Dec. 23, 2003

Dorothy L. MILLER, 87, Life Care Center, Rochester, and formerly of Akron, died at 8:25 a.m. Tuesday at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Rochester to Dellmond and Elva E. SNYDER WAGONER, she married Harold D. MILLER in Rochester on Aug. 17, 1935. He died April 5, 1997. She was a homemaker. She and her husband owned Miller’s L.P. Gas Service, north of Akron. They retired from the business in September 1976. She was a member of Beaver Dam United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one sister, Florence and husband Leo FLORY, South Bend, and nieces and nephews. Her parents and husband preceded her in death.

Services will be at noon Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Rob SEEWALD officiating. Burial will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the service on Friday. Memorials may be made to Beaver Dam United Methodist Church.

Thursday, December 25, 2003

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Friday, December 26, 2003

Thomas Larkin Perkins

May 9, 1986 – Dec. 21, 2003

Thomas Larkin PERKINS, 17, 2071 W. 450 North, Rochester, died Sunday at Lake Maxinkuckee, Culver, after a canoeing accident.

Born in Plymouth to Eddie W. PERKINS and Regina NETTROUER, he lived here since 1993 when he moved from Plymouth. He attended Rochester High School. His hobbies included arm wrestling, weight lifting, baseball and basketball.

Survivors include his mother, Regina NETTROUER, Rochester; his father, Eddie W. PERKINS, Plymouth; two sisters, Sabrina Lynn NETTROUER, Rochester, Ashley Nichole PERKINS, Knox; one brother, Boston Orlo NETTROUER, Rochester; maternal grandmother, Janet BALLINGER, Rochester; paternal grandmother, Lena G. PERKINS, Plymouth; stepfather, Ronald NETTROUER, Cobb, Wisc.; stepfather, Matt CONLEY, Rochester; stepbrother, Josh CONLEY, Rochester; stepgrandparents, Jerry and Dianne NETTROUER, Plymouth, Wheeler and Veda CONLEY, Rochester; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Foster & Good Funeral Home, 128 W. Sixth St., Rochester, with Pastor Sterling PATRICK officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos. Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Sunday or one hour prior to services on Monday.

Gladys E. Whittkamper

Sept. 23, 1907 – Dec. 25, 2003

Gladys E. WHITTKAMPER, 96, Grace Village Retirement Home, Winona Lake, and formerly of Mentone, died at 12:40 a.m. Thursday at Grace Village Retirement Home, Winona Lake.

Born in Rankin, Ill., to Thomas and Emma DAHL FAGNER, she lived in Mentone since 1954. She married Verne R. WHITTKAMPER on Feb. 24, 1940. He died in December 1982.

She was an Mentone Elementary School teacher and a homemaker. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Mentone.

Survivors include one son, Thomas WHITTKAMPER and wife Cathy, Big Bend, Wisc.; two sisters, Viola BORGMAN, Tinley Park, Ill., Marguerite FAGNER, Winamac; two granddaughters, Tammy DOTSON, Lebanon, Kimberly MILLER, Glendale, Wisc.; and two great-grandchildren. Six brothers preceded her in death. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Joe OLSON officiating. Burial will be at Mentone Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Heritage Christian School, 1300 S. 109th St., Milwaukee, WI 53214.

Saturday, December 27, 2003

Thomas Larkin Perkins

Thomas Larkin PERKINS, 17, 2071 W. 450 North, Rochester, died Sunday at Lake Maxinkuckee, Culver. Survivors include his mother, Regina NETTROUER, Rochester, his father, Eddie W. PERKINS, Plymouth, two sisters, Sabrina NETTROUER, Rochester, Ashley PERKINS, Knox, and one brother, Boston NETTROUER, Rochester. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Ralph H. Purtee

March 7, 1922 – Dec. 26, 2003

Ralph H. PURTEE, 81, 6243 W. A St., Athens, passed away at 1:20 p.m. Friday in his residence.

Born in Gibsonburg, Ohio, to Arthur and Violet (GREGG) PURTEE, he married Bonnie J. WILKINSON on February 9, 1985 in Rochester. She preceded in death on Nov. 26, 2003.

Mr. Purtee was a retired deputy building commissioner with the Division of Fire Prevention and Building Safety for the State of Indiana. He was a member of the Rochester First Church of God, lifetime member of the Mishawaka VFW, Indiana Assn. of Electrical Inspectors and served with the U.S. Army Air Corps during W.W. II serving in the European Theatre.

Surviving are three daughters, Carol WILLIAMS and husband Tom, Athens, Paulette BREWSTER and husband Wayne, Swanton, Ohio, and Geraldine EDWARDS, Medina, Ohio; four sisters, Zella WELLS, Oregon, Ohio, Lavone CUTCHER, Toledo, Ohio, Juanita DANKO, Toledo, Ohio, and Corrine DOWNEY, Clearwater, Fla.; four brothers, Clinton PURTEE, Toledo, Ohio, Dale PURTEE, Union, Mich., Cloyd PURTEE, Northwood, Ohio, and John PURTEE, Harrison, Ohio; twelve grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

Preceding in death were one brother, Russell PURTEE, and one sister, Claudette PURTEE.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Rochester First Church of God with Rev. David DITTMAN officiating. Interment will be in the Rochester Citizens Cemetery with Military graveside rites perfomed by the Rochester American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars Posts.

Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Memorial donations may be made to the First Church of God.

Brandon Ray Robinson

Oct. 29, 1985 – Dec. 21, 2003

Brandon Ray ROBINSON, 18, 1416 Jefferson St., Rochester, died Sunday at Lake Maxinkuckee, Culver, while canoing on Lake Maxinkuckee.

Born in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Danny Ray LONG and Sherry Tobin ROBINSON, he was a resident of Rochester since 1988, coming here from Missouri and Kokomo, Indiana. He was a former student at Rochester High School and an employee of Bob Evans Restaurant, Plymouth, for 2 1/2 years. He enjoyed riding dirt bikes, fishing, playing pool, skateboarding and playing hacky sac.

Survivors include his mother, Sherry TOBIN ROBINSON, Rochester, and her special friend Dan W. STEALY, Culver; two half-sisters, Shannon LOPEZ, Marion, and Kellie HALEY, Swayzee; maternal grandparents, Robert and Janice GUY HANCOCK, Rochester; paternal grandparents, Doug and Bonita LONG, Doniphan, Missouri; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father and one sister, Jamie LONG, in 1989.

Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Foster & Good Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. David CORNELIOUS officiating. Burial will be at IOOF cemetery, Rochester. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Monday or one hour prior to services Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the care of First Federal Savings Bank of Rochester.

Muriel A. Van Gilder

July 24, 1915 – Dec. 24, 2003

Muriel A. Van GILDER, 88, 18115 5th Road, Plymouth, passed away at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth.

Born in Disko to Frank and Ruth OHME DERSHEM, she married Homer V. Van GILDER on June 22, 1947, in Akron. After 40 years of marriage, he passed away on Dec. 28, 1987.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Plymouth. She was a registered nurse and attended nursing school at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. She graduated in 1940 and joined the O.B. staff of Parkview Hospital, Plymouth. She worked for Dr. L.W. Vore during the war years until 1949. Throughout her nursing career she worked for Plymouth Community Schools, Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Parkview Hospital cardiac care unit and Marshall County visiting nurses. She was a career member of the American Red Cross Marshall County chapter and worked at every blood drive until health problems forced her retirement in the mid-1980’s. She enjoyed doing numerous skilled handcrafts and was a master flower gardener. She and her husband owned the Van Gilder Furniture and Carpeting Store in Plymouth, until they retired in 1975.

Survivors include one daughter, Sharri and Clarence SHIVELY, Plymouth; one son, Kim and Pat Van GILDER, Plymouth; two grandchildren, Tara and Andrew REHRER, South Bend, Cory and Shylo SHIVLEY, Lafayette; two great-grandchildren, Cassidy and Ryan REHRER, South Bend; and her twin sister, Miriam DRUDGE, Akron.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 W. Madison St., Plymouth, with Rev. Rose WOODKE officiating. Burial will be at New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to American Red Cross, Marshall County chapter, 215 W. Garro St., Plymouth, IN 46563. Friends may sign the guest book and share memories with the Van Gilder family at www.vangilderfuneralhome.com.

Gladys E. Wittkamper

Gladys E. WITTKAMPER, 96, died Thursday at Grace Village Health Care, Winona Lake. She is formerly of Mentone. Services are at 3 p.m. today at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Friends may call one hour prior to services.

Monday, December 29, 2003

Mark D. Flynn

Mark D. FLYNN, 47, 4997 W. Boicourt Lane, Rochester, died Friday at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Beulah A. Geiger

Nov. 7, 1926 – Dec. 27, 2003

Beulah A. GEIGER, 77, 130 W. Ninth St., Rochester, passed away at 7 a.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Hospital.

Born in White County to Henry T. and Jennie WIDNER HATHAWAY, she retired from the former Leininger and Sons Locker Plant in Akron.

Survivors include three daughters, Jennell STOCKBERGER, Akron, Michele NIEDERHAUSER, Edgewater, Fla., Darla PUGH, Denver; one son, Richard “Dick” GEIGER, Edgewater, Fla.; and six grandchildren, Heather KIDD, Dale CRAFT, Krista STOCKBERGER, Denee PUGH, Darci PUGH and Chas GEIGER. One grandson, Daniel BACKUS, preceded her in death.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Akron Cemetery with Rev. Steve FLECK officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association through Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements.

Elizabeth ‘Betty’ J. O’Brien

April 25, 1925 – Dec. 27, 2003

Elizabeth “Betty” J. O'BRIEN, 78, 705 E. Fourth St., Lot 84, Rochester, passed away at 1:12 a.m. Saturday at Wynnfield Crossing, Rochester. She had been staying at Wynnfield Crossing for two weeks.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, to William J. and Emily LYNCH McGREGOR, she was a graduate of Villa Angela, Cleveland. She married James E. O'BRIEN in Cleveland on June 5, 1948. She was a homemaker and mother of six children.

She was a member of the Saint Joseph Catholic Church and had been a member of the Women of the Moose No. 1684, both of Rochester.

Survivors include four daughters, Betsy O'BRIEN, Dublin, Calif., Patty MILLER, Fishers, Terri O'BRIEN, Rochester, Colleen and husband William CAREY, Altadena, Calif.; two sons, Jim O'BRIEN, Chesterfield, Mo., David O'BRIEN and wife Chris, Wakefield, R.I.; and four grandchildren, Justin MILLER, Rochester, Jeni and husband Scott SELM, Indianapolis, Katie and MaryAnne CASEY, Altadena, Calif. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and four brothers.

A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial celebrating her life will be at noon Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester, with Fr. Joseph JACOB as the celebrant. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials be made in her name to Hope Hospice of Fulton County, P.O. Box 621, Rochester, IN 46975. Envelopes for memorial contributions may be obtained from Foster & Good Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements.

Basil Eugene ‘Gene’ Winks

Feb. 23, 1913 – Dec. 27, 2003

Basil Eugene “Gene” WINKS, 90, 1217 Jackson Blvd., Rochester, died at 1:19 p.m. Saturday at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. His health had been failing for two weeks.

Born in Lima, Ohio, to Ray and Rubye WADE WINKS, he moved here from Columbia City in 1951. He married Elizabeth SWANK in Wolcottville on Sept. 22, 1934. She died on May 10, 1994.

He was a graduate of Lima Central High School, Lima, Ohio, and attended Indiana Tech College, Fort Wayne. He was a manufacturer’s representative in the sporting good industry from 1943 to 1983. He was a former governor of the Manitou Moose Lodge No. 1107 and former member of the Rochester Lions Club. He served on the 1957 and 1958 Rochester School Board. He officiated basketball games in the 1940s and 1950s.

Survivors include one son, Thomas “Tom” WINKS and wife Barbara, Ladson, S.C.; three grandsons, Scott WINKS and wife Casey, Richmond, Texas, Robert WINKS, South Bend, Thomas A. WINKS, Walker, Mich.; and two great-grandchildren, Taylor and Peyton WINKS, Richmond, Texas.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Foster & Good Funeral Home with Rev. Rick TAYLOR officiating. Burial will be at IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Memorials may be made to the Heart Fund.

Tuesday, December 30, 2003

Cloyde R. Earp

Nov. 19, 1908 – Dec. 28, 2003

Cloyde R. EARP, 95, 730 School St., Culver, died at 11:45 p.m. Sunday at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.

Born in Graymont, Ill., to Elmer and Bessie COX EARP, he married Florence L. JOHNSON in Pontiac, Ill., on Aug. 20, 1935. She survives.

He was a long-time dairy farmer in the Lake Bruce area and a member of the Winamac Church of the Nazarene. He was a charter member of the Fulton County Farm Bureau and a former member of the Dairy Herd Improvement Association, the Soil Conservation Service, the Flying Farmers of Knox, the Rochester Kiwanis Club and the Fulton County Historical Society.

He helped organize the Fulton County Museum. He was a volunteer adult leader for Fulton County 4–H. He loved flying his plane to various midwest state fairs and working in his garden and growing and picking his fruit. He recently restored an antique tractor and an M.G. sports car. He loved spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Florence L. EARP, Culver; two daughters, Phyllis Anne and husband Dale COVEY, Hemet, Calif., Donna Jean CLARK, Muncie; one son, Richard EARP and wife Chris, Rochester; 18 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; one sister, Eugene WOOD, Kankakee, Ill.; and one brother, Glenn EARP and wife Madeline, Cornell, Ill. One sister preceded him in death.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Kevin VanHORNE officiating. Burial will be at Earp Cemetery, Cornell, Ill. Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. today and two hours prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Fulton County Historical Society.

Mark D. Flynn

May 9, 1956 – Dec. 26, 2003

Mark D. FLYNN, 47, 4997 W. Boicourt, Rochester, passed away at 1 p.m. Friday at his home.

Born in Rochester to John R. and Evelyn HARDACRE FLYNN, he was a welder at Warsaw Engineering & Fabricating Co., Warsaw. He was an avid bowler and fisherman.

Survivors include his mother, Evelyn FLYNN, Macy, and several uncles, aunts and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father and two brothers, Steven and Bruce FLYNN.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Friends may call two hours prior to the service. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery, Rochester.

Ronald Lee Mast

Sept. 4, 1942 – Dec. 28, 2003

Ronald Lee MAST, 61, 601 N. First St., Pierceton, died at 9:55 a.m. Sunday at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Born in Warsaw to Sam and Gladys STAHL MAST, he was a lifetime Pierceton resident. He married Alberta YEAZEL Harris in North Webster on Oct. 20, 1973. He was employed by ABC Peabody, Warsaw, for 23 years.

Survivors include his wife, Alberta MAST, Pierceton; three sons, Anthony MAST, Hanover, Md., Joseph MAST, Warsaw, Byron HARRIS, Pierceton; one daughter, Jennifer O’CONNOR, Columbia City; one brother, Rex MAST, Pierceton; and seven grandchildren. His parents and one brother preceded him in death.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Pierceton, with Pastor George PAIVA officiating. Burial will be at Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Phyllis Pugh

Phyllis PUGH, 59, Fulton, passed away at 10:57 p.m. Monday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton.

Wednesday, December 31, 2003

Edward Newton Provost

Sept. 28, 1907 – Dec. 14, 2003

Edward Newton PROVOST, 96, 2580 Bessmore Park Road, Rochester, passed away at 10:35 a.m. Dec. 14 at Life Care Center, Rochester.

Born in Turners Falls, Mass., to Mitchell H. and Bessie CLARK PROVOST, he married May MERRILL in Springfield, Mass., on Jan. 6, 1934. She preceded him in death on May 8, 1997. He was a sales correspondent for Gilbarco Manufacturing Co.

Survivors include one daughter, Jacqueline and husband Richard NEUMANN, Bass River, Cape Cod, Mass.; one son, M. Edward and wife Harriet PROVOST, Rochester; five grandchildren, Curtis ADAMS, Boynton Beach, Fla., Tamara VITELLO, Westfield, Kristen ORZEL, Hebron, Conn., Scott NEUMANN, Canton, Conn., Gwen MORETT, Dallas, Texas; eight great-grandchildren, Colby ORZEL, Chase ORZEL, Brandon ADAMS, Brooke ADAMS, Cole VITELLO, Nicole MORETT, Samantha ORZEL, Nicholas ORZEL. He was preceded in death by his wife, one sister, Aileen JOHNSON, and one grandson, Brent McALLISTER.

Memorial services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Linda S. CRAIG officiating. Visitation will be from 2–2:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery, Woodstock, Vt. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.

Phyllis L. Pugh

Feb. 3, 1944 – Dec. 29, 2003

Phyllis L. PUGH, 59, 100 Indiana 25, Fulton, passed away at 10:57 p.m. Monday at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Born in Fulton to Theodore and Susie Irene WALDSMITH CARITHERS, she married Willard “Bill” A. PUGH in Fulton on April 27, 1966. She was a member of Fulton United Methodist Church and Fulton Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Willard “Bill” A. PUGH, Fulton; three daughters, Phyllis and husband Michael DAVIS, Elkhart, Wendy and husband Mike STANLEY, Rochester, Joy PUGH, Fulton; one stepdaughter, Paula RAZOR, Peru; four grandchildren, Crystal and husband Nick GISH, Adam STANLEY, Brandy DAVIS, Brittany DAVIS; two stepgreat–grandchildren, A.J. and Curtis STANLEY; three sisters, Susie HOFFMAN, Huntington, Barbara DAVIS, Cameron, Mo., Bonnie HAMMOND, Howard’s Creek, Fla.; one brother, James CARITHERS, Galveston, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton, with Rev. George HAPNER officiating. Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Fulton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.

Nellie L. Zent

Aug. 19, 1928 – Dec. 31, 2003

Nellie L. ZENT, 75, 7611 E. 600 North, Rochester, died at 12:10 a.m. today at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Born in Kosciusko County to Charles M. and Agnes TAYLOR CHRISTIAN, she lived in the Mentone area her entire life. She married Kermit M. ZENT in Mentone on July 22, 1951. He survives. She was a homemaker and a cook at Talma Junior High School and Teel’s Restaurant, Mentone. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Mentone.

Survivors include her husband, Kermit M. Zent, Rochester; two daughters, Sharon and husband Dan FLENAR, Columbia City, Susan DICKOVER and friend Allen JONES, Tipton; five grandchildren, Scott JONES, Marisa JONES, Sarah and husband Matthew ROSE, Amanda FLENAR, Adam FLENAR; and one great-grandson, Greg ROSE. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Chester and Ray CHRISTIAN, and one sister, Ruby STACKHOUSE.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Revs. Tim WHEELER and Joe OLSON officiating. Burial will be at Sycamore Cemetery, Mentone. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Mentone.