OBITUARIES
2008
COMPILED BY
Phyllis M. McGurk
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Donna Jean Bowyer
Dec.
22, 1936 – Dec. 31, 2007
Donna Jean BOWYER, 71, New Carlisle, formerly of
Donna was born on Dec. 22, 1036, in
She was previously employed with
American Rubber in LaPorte,
In 1956, in
Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time today in the Kaniewski Funeral Home,
George Edington
George EDINGTON, 79, of
Glenn E. Hendrick Sr.
Glenn E. HEDRICK Sr., 75, of
2241 E. 450 North,
Survivors include two daughters, Mary
Senters,
A private family service will be
conducted. Good Family Funeral Home,
Barbara L. Miller
Barbara L. MILLER, 80, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Charles William ‘Bill’ Donathen
Feb.
1, 1926 – Dec. 30, 2007
Services for Charles W. “Bill” DONATHEN, 81, Kewanna, will be at Kewanna Church of Christ,
Bill passed away in the company of
loved ones Sunday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.
Born Feb. 1, 1926, in
Bill was a United States Navy veteran
serving in World War II. He was employed
with Bendix in
Bill was a member and elder of Kewanna
Church of Christ. He was a 1944
Bill and Eileen spent 17 winters in
Vacations were important to Bill and
his family. He was an avid fisherman and
enjoyed camping with friends. Bill and
Eileen enjoyed many travels with Dream Tours.
Family was the most important thing to
Bill as a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He loved family gatherings and was devoted to
proudly attending the various activities of his children and grandchildren.
Bill is survived by one daughter,
Susan and her husband, Kenneth, Hamman, Winamac; two sons, Larry Donathen and
his wife, Joyce, Franklin, and Jon Donathen and his wife, Diana, Grass Creek;
five grandchildren, Amy and Douglas Smith, Amanda Donathen, Alexander and
Matthew Donathen; two great-grandchildren, Andriana Smith and Aidan Smith; one
brother Robert Engle and his wife, Barbara; sister-in-law, Violet Troutman; and
several nieces and nephews. Preceding
him in death are two sisters, JoAnn and Sally; his mother, father and
stepfather.
Pastors Scott Meneely and William Moon
will officiate at the services. Burial
will be in
Calling will be from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
today at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna, with a Masonic
service at 7:30 p.m. Friends may also
call one hour before the service at the church on Thursday.
Memorial contributions may be made to
the Kewanna Church of Christ,
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Donna Jean Bowyer
Dec.
22, 1936 – Dec. 31, 2007
Donna Jean BOWYER, 71, New
Carlisle, formerly of
Donna was born on Dec. 22, 1936, in
She was previously employed with
American Rubber in LaPorte,
In 1956, in
Visitation at Kaniewski Funeral Home,
Iva Irene Brower
Oct.
8, 1918 – Jan. 2, 2008
Iva Irene BROWER, 89, of
She was born on Oct. 8, 1918, in
Marion, the daughter of Clarence and Lulu (Bates) Rook. She married Everett Brower on May 24, 1941,
in
Mrs. Brower worked for the Kroger Milk
Plant, The Radio and Shoe Factory in Marion, Akron Cafe and Arter Drugstore in
Survivors include her son, Daniel A.
and wife Wanda Brower, Rochester; six grandchildren, Roger and wife Pam Brower,
Akron, Steve Brower, Akron, Dan and wife Sarah Brower, Fort Wayne, Christine
and husband Ken Kneifel, Rochester, Greg Mow, Rochester, Gary and wife Becky Mow,
Rochester; 18 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; sisters,
Glendora Titus, Marion, LaVonne Mauller, Marion, Pat Huegal, South Bend;
sister-in-law, Mary Rook, Marion; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents;
brothers, Clarence Rook Jr., Wallace Rook; and sisters, Betty Rix and Neidra
Nelson.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Burial
will be in the
George W. Edington
Sept.
17, 1928 – Jan. 2, 2008
Beloved father, brother, uncle and
friend, George W. EDINGTON, 79, of
He was born on Sept. 17, 1928, in
After retirement from Burns
Construction in 1989, George enjoyed helping out at Webb’s Pharmacy. He spent a great deal of time uptown because
it made him happy to be around others and making friends. George always looked forward to his trips to
Survivors include his daughter, Donna
and husband Donald Gonzales,
His funeral service will be at 3 p.m.
Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Barbara Lou Miller
Barbara Lou MILLER, 80, of 501
Pennsylvania Ave., Apt. G-1,
Survivors include her husband, Robert
C. Miller; a son, John Miller,
Her funeral service is at 6 p.m.
Friday at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Jack E. Pickens
Dec.
27, 1927 – Jan. 2, 2008
Jack E. PICKENS, 80, of
He was born on Dec. 27, 1927, in
He was a U.S Marine Corps veteran who
served during the Korean War.
Mr. Pickens was a construction supervisor
for McMahan-O’Connor Construction and retired after 37 years of service. He attended
Survivors include his wife, Frances E.
Pickens,
Michelle
Pickens,
Graveside services and committal will
be at a later date at
Friday, January 4, 2008
Jane S. New
Jane S. NEW, 72, of
Saturday, January 5, 2008
Jane S. Waddle New
Jane S. Waddle NEW, 72, of
Survivors include five daughters, Alma
Neiding, Bourbon, Laura Norton, Claypool (Palestine Lake), Robin Foreman,
Warsaw, Ginger White, Claypool (Palestine Lake), Callie Deeter, Pierceton; four
sons, Rusty Waddle, Tippecanoe, Scott Waddle, Mentone, Phillip Waddle, Akron,
and Jason Waddle, Warsaw; and two brothers, Jim Groves, Fort Wayne, and Pat
Groves, Auburn.
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Monday at King Memorial Home, Mentone.
Visitation is from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Monday, January 7, 2008
Kay Patterson Clay
June
8, 1936 – Dec. 31, 2007
Kay Francis CLAY 71,
She was born in Rochester to Cecil and
Fances M. Patterson and is survived by her husband, Dale Clay, and two
children, Tracy Clay Robinson, and Jnani Clay; four grandchildren; one brother,
Neil Patterson; two sisters, Gail Patterson and LuAnn Bickel.
She graduated from
She was an art teacher at
A memorial service will be held
later.
Lois
Kathren Bowers
Lois
Kathren BOWERS, 81, of
Arrangements
are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Florence GABLE, 94, of
Survivors include a daughter, Maureen
Haab,
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Lois
K. Bowers
Nov.
9, 1926-Jan. 7, 2008
Lois K. BOWERS, 81, of
She was born on Nov. 9, 1926, in
Mrs. Bowers worked as a secretary in
Mrs. Bowers is survived by her
children, daughters, Linda Bowers, Laura Bowers and Cathy Bowers, all of
Rochester, and sons, Ronald P. Bowers, Rochester, and Michael Bowers, North
Webster; a sister, Ruth and husband Andrew Morton, Richmond, Va.; and several
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers,
Robert, Harry and Charles F. Gordon.
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Thursday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
April
9, 1913-Jan. 6, 2008
Born in
On May 2, 1946, in
She was the oldest member of
Survivors include a daughter, Maureen
Haab, Milford; two sons, Carl Gable, New York City, N.Y., and Brian Gable and
wife Susan, Rochester; five grandchildren, Jason Haab and wife Amber, Kayla
Connett and husband Robert, Jenna Haab, Lucy Gable and Kevin Gable; four
great-grandchildren, Wyatt Haab, Libby Haab, Lane Connett and Ava Connett. She
was also preceded in death by her parents; an infant daughter, Sheila Gable; a
sister, Sadie McGreevy; and two brothers, Lawrence Lord and James Lord.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Dec.
25, 1925-Jan. 6, 2008
Vernon Marks "Bud" WAYMIRE, 82, of
Born in
On Aug. 7, 1948, in Bad Nuheim,
He was a carpenter for Miller and
Sons,
A standout bowler, he enjoyed hunting
and cheering for the Yankees. He also coached Little League.
Survivors include his wife, Martha
Waymire; three sons, Kurt and wife Brenda Waymire, Max and wife Patsy Waymire,
all of Akron, and Kerry and wife Deb Waymire, Glendale, Ariz.; two brothers,
Tom and wife Betti Waymire, Ohio, and Don and wife Jeri Waymire, Virginia; four
sisters, Virginia Buuck, Fort Wayne, Janet Hammond, Wabash, Judy and husband
Richard Losher, Richvalley, and Karen and husband Scott Cooper, Wabash; two
sisters-in-law, Jean Waymire, Urbana, and Gayle Waymire, Texas; and four
grandchildren, Zachariah, Lauren, Taylor and Nathan Waymire. He was preceded in
death by a son, Michael Waymire; a grandson, Elijah Waymire; and two brothers,
Hugh Waymire and Bob Waymire.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Thursday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
George W. Geller
George W. GELLER, 67, of
Freda L. Graham
Freda L. GRAHAM, 96, Wynnfield
Crossing, 1729 Wabash Ave.,
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Mattie Shay Leininger
Ashlee (Pruitt) Leininger
Mattie Shay LEININGER, 5, and Ashlee
(Pruitt) LEININGER, 2, died Tuesday
due to a road flooding accident on Fulton County Road 600 North.
They are the children of Greg and
Megihann Leininger, rural
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Thursday, January 10, 2008
George Wesley Geller
Sept.
17, 1940-Jan. 9, 2008
George Wesley GELLER, 67, of
Born in
On Sept. 30, 1989, in
A U.S. Army veteran, he was a member
of the Manitou VFW No. 1343 and LeRoy Shelton American Legion No. 36, as well
as Moose Lodge No. 1107 and Eagles Lodge No. 852, all of Rochester.
George was a true American sportsman -
he enjoyed hunting rabbit and squirrel. He felt at home and enjoyed relaxing on
his pontoon on the sparkling waters of
George was delighted to hang out with
the guys at the old Main Street Tavern and the Dug Out. He would meet his
buddies and stay abreast of the latest news. His greatest joy was the spirited
games of euchre - George had no mercy for his opponents.
When George made friends, he was a
friend for life. He was loyal and devoted to his fellow ironworkers and the
special friends he'd made over the years.
Survivors include his wife, Beverly
Geller, Rochester; four daughters, Yvonne White and husband Raymond, Rochester,
Alissia Geller, Austin, Texas, Selena Johnston and husband Scott, Rochester,
and Shan Jolley and husband Larry, Rochester; three sons, Gib Lee, Rochester,
Bud Geller and wife Bonnie, Rochester, Charlie Geller and companion Tracey
Hines, South Carolina; his mother, Reba Honkomp, Macy; two stepdaughters, Pam
Bell and husband Greg, Grissom, and Eva Harper and husband Charles, Elkhart; a
stepson, J.D. Nolen, Elkhart; 24 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren;
numerous nieces and nephews; three sisters, Nancy Dell and husband Bob,
Rochester, Linda Haeck, Leesburg, Fla., and Reba Derryberry and husband Dennis,
Akron; six brothers, Bernard Honkomp and wife Reba, Peru, Richard Geller and
wife Paulette, Monterey, Pete Geller and friend Laura, Monterey, John Honkomp
and wife Becky, Rochester, Bill Geller and wife Lori, Knox, and Raymond Norris
and wife Sherry, Nyona Lake; and special family members, Joey, Bobby, Wink and
Tammy Arnett. He was preceded in death by his father and stepfather, Bernard
"Ben" Honkomp, and a brother, Robert "Moke" Honkomp.
A celebration of life service will be
at 10 a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Freda
L. Smoker Graham
Feb.
25, 1911-Jan. 8, 2008
Freda L. Smoker GRAHAM, 96, Wynnfield
Crossing, 1729 Wabash Ave.,
Born in
On March 3, 1940, she married Fred M.
Graham at
A homemaker and farmer's wife, she was
a member of Akron Church of God. She was very active in the church. She taught
Sunday School for many years and worked at Yellow Creek camp meetings for the
church and youth. She was active on the prayer chain and prayer group and was
part of the Goldenaires.
At age 70, she started working in the
Culver school system with Wanda Howard as a volunteer teacher's aide.
She enjoyed family get-togethers,
gardening, cooking, reading and traveling, especially her trip to
Survivors include her sister, Opal
Laughman, Rochester; two brothers, Ernest and wife Esther Smoker, North
Manchester, and Wayne and wife Chaume Smoker, Louisiana, Mo.; seven nephews,
Ernie and wife GeNelle Smoker, Ed and wife Lottie Smoker, Dick and wife Janice
Smoker, Jim and wife Joanie Smoker, Dennis Smoker, Matt Smoker and Mike Smoker;
and four nieces, Shelby and husband Cliff Wogomon, Phyllis and husband Emory
Smith, Susan and husband Larry Beachamp and Patricia Trower. She was also
preceded in death by a brother, Harold Smoker, and a nephew, Terry Smoker.
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Velma
E. Stichler
Jan.
26, 1916-Jan. 9, 2008
Velma E. STICHLER, 91, of 2383 N.
Old
Born in Richland Township of Fulton
County, she was the daughter of Harvey and Grace Overmyer Berkheiser. She lived
most of her life in Marshall and Fulton counties.
In 1933, she graduated from
A homemaker, she enjoyed counted
cross-stitch, crossword puzzles and reading all types of books.
Survivors include a son, Charles
Buford Stichler,
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday, January 11, 2008
Mattie
Shay Leininger and Ashlee A. (Leininger) Pruitt
Aug.
15, 2002-Jan. 8, 2008
Dec.
21, 2005-Jan. 8, 2008
Mattie Shay LEININGER, 5, and Ashlee
A. (Leininger) PRUITT, 2, of 6126 N.
825 East, Mentone, died Tuesday as a result of an automobile accident. Ashlee
died at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday at Kosciusko County Road 600 South west of
Born in
They are survived by their parents,
Greg and Megihann Kinney Leininger, Mentone; a sister, Mariah; four brothers,
Aaron, Seth, Michael and Canari (Gavin); grandparents, Kathi Tridle Kinney,
Mentone, and David and Sally Leininger, Akron; great-grandmother, Vivian
Overmyer, Akron; and aunts and uncles, Rebecca and husband Brandon Spitler,
Jenny and husband David Bornmann and girls, and Gary and wife Heidi Leininger
and girls.
A funeral service for Mattie Shay
Leininger and Ashlee A. (Leininger) Pruitt will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at
Hartzler Funeral Home,
Marjorie L. Rynearson
Marjorie L. RYNEARSON, 82
George
Robert Coughlin
George Robert "Bob" COUGHLIN, 82,
Survivors include his wife, Maxine
(Petrie) Kistler Coughlin; a sister, Margaret Ann Willison,
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Monday at All Saints Catholic Church,
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Marjorie
L. Rynearson
March
5, 1925-Jan. 9, 2008
Marjorie L. RYNEARSON, 82,
She was born on March 5, 1925, in
Marjorie was a resident of
Survivors include her daughter, Sharon
S. Ward,
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Tuesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Monday, January 14, 2008
Serenity
Rae Ann Frush
Serenity Rae Ann FRUSH was stillborn
Sunday at
Survivors include her mother, Tara
Frush, two brothers, Landon and Barre, and a sister, Madison, all of
Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7
p.m. Friday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel,
Annice
P. Sears
Annice P. SEARS, 72, of 6988 W.
1400 North,
Arrangements are pending at Earl-Love
Funeral Home,
Betty
J. Wilson Zehner
Betty J. Wilson ZEHNER, 73, of 6123 N.
200 East,
Survivors include daughters, Tina
Race,
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at St. Anne's Catholic Church,
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
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25, 2007-Jan. 13, 2008
Griffin Scott HUFFMAN, 3 months,
Born at
Also surviving are maternal
grandmother, Marilyn Townsend, Rochester; maternal grandparents, Paul Townsend
and his wife Melba, Roann; maternal great-grandparents, Robert and Bonnie
Townsend, Rochester; paternal grandmother, Luella Huffman, Frankton; paternal
great-grandmother, Charlotte Turner, Anderson; aunts and uncles, Amy and K. J.
Blackburn, Rochester, and Julie Hughes, Murfreesboro, Tenn.; cousins, Grant,
Annie and Carlee Blackburn; and a number of great-aunts, great-uncles and
cousins. He was preceded in death by maternal great-grandparents, Fay and
Mildred Bathrick; paternal grandfather, Randall Scott Huffman; and paternal
great-grandparents, Robert and Birtie Porter.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at Logansport First Assembly of God,
Annice
P. Sears
Annice P. SEARS, 72, of 6988 W.
1400 North,
Survivors include her husband,
Clifford E. Sears; a son, Joe Sears,
Her funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Thursday at Earl-Love Funeral Home,
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Marvin
E. Ringle
Marvin E. RINGLE, 89,
Survivors include three daughters,
Janeal Youngman, Frankton, Sandra Bornes,
His funeral service will be at 3 p.m.
Thursday at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home,
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Lois
Emery Brown
Aug.
2, 1918-Dec. 29, 2007
Lois Emery BROWN, age 89, passed
away Dec. 29, 2007, at
The daughter of Cretie Jane (Ausman)
and Carl C. Emery, Lois resided in
She graduated from
Lois was an active member of
Her father, mother and sister, Opal
Champ, preceded her in death.
Lois is survived by two daughters,
Pauline Nipper and husband Tom of Locust Grove, Ga., and Charlotte Campbell and
husband Jarret, Mesa, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two
great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Dale Emery and wife Judy, Byron Center,
Mich., Doyne Emery and wife Luella, Macy; and a sister, Maxine Scutt,
Coldwater, Mich.
Her funeral service was Jan. 3, 2008,
in
John R. Harris
John R. HARRIS, 45, of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Edward
Heckman
Edward HECKMAN, 50, of
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Ardith
Joan Rager
Ardith Joan RAGER, 79, of 508
Brentwood,
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
David
Schrader
David SCHRADER, 67, formerly of
Arrangements are pending at King
Memorial Home, Mentone.
Friday, January 18, 2008
John
Robert Harris
John Robert HARRIS, 45, of
Survivors include four sisters, Kathy
Burke, Everett, Wash., Ginny Lecatsas, Bloomsburg, Pa., Cindy Edel, Bourbon,
Kim Braasch, Monterey; two brothers, Michael Harris, Charlotte, N.C., and James
Harris, Oceanside, Calif.
His funeral service will be at 5:30
p.m. Monday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Edward
S. Heckman
Feb.
11, 1957-Jan. 16, 2008
Edward S. HECKMAN, 50, of 106 E.
North St.,
Born in
He worked at KABS (
Survivors include his wife, Robin C.
Heckman, Akron; four daughters, Janiece Sheppard, Patti and husband Tommy Miner
and Bonnie Heckman of California and Katherine Heckman, Akron; three sons,
Eddie and wife Re-Ann Heckman of Texas, Gavin Hucks and Nathaniel Heckman of
Akron; three grandchildren, Cheyenne Sheppard, Morgan and TJ Miner; his father,
Deleo Heckman, Riverside, Calif.; a brother, Steven Heckman of California; his
mother-in-law, Carol and husband George Graham, Akron; and his father-in-law,
Vern Hucks, Kokomo. He was preceded in death by his mother and stepmother.
His funeral service will be at 4 p.m.
Sunday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Florence L. HUNTER, 79, formerly of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Ardith
Joan Rager
Jan.
17, 1928-Jan. 16, 2008
Ardith Joan RAGER, 79, of 508
Brentwood,
She was born on Jan. 17, 1928, in
Larwill, the daughter of W. Arthur and Helen (Oliver) Buntain. She was a 1946
graduate of
Ardith had worked as a secretary in
the medical field for many years and was a homemaker. She attended
Survivors include her son, Delmar
Rager, Lake Wales, Fla.; daughters, Pamela and husband Michael McFarland,
Akron, Rene' Rozen-Rager and husband Shauli Rozen, Hemet, Calif.;
grandchildren, Chelsea Rager, Lake Wales, Fla., Austin Rager, Lake Wales, Fla.,
Ryan McFarland, Akron, Bethany and husband Michael How, Rugby, England;
sisters, Doris Todd, Warsaw, Vera and husband Karen Clark, Crystal Lake, Louise
and husband Phil Dacey, Columbus, Ohio, Alice Brumfield, Claypool; a brother,
Wendell and wife Helen Buntain, Las Cruces, N.M.; and several nieces and
nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Judith Rager, and
sister, Gertrude Maggert.
No funeral services or visitation will
be observed. Per Ardith's wishes, her remains have been bequeathed to the Saint
Louis University School of Medicine,
David
Robert Schrader
April
10, 1940-Jan. 17, 2008
David Robert SCHRADER, 67, Northwood
Healthcare, 2233 W. Jefferson St.,
Born in
On Dec. 17, 1960, he married Mary Jane
Byers. She died Feb. 26, 1986. He had worked in all kinds of sales and was a
U.S. Navy veteran.
Survivors include three daughters,
Melissa and husband Craig Armstrong,
His funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Pastor David Welsh officiating.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at
Saturday, January 19, 2008
June
19, 1928-Jan. 18, 2008
Florence Louise HUNTER, 79, Hickory
Creek,
Born in
She retired as an aide at Canterbury
Manor and was a member of First Church of God,
She collected Santa Claus figurines
and enjoyed flower gardening. She liked to cook, especially on Sundays and
holidays. She was an avid euchre player and loved garage sales and DQ dilly
bars. She spoiled her grandchildren with pancakes and hot chocolate and cared
about others before herself.
She is survived by two daughters,
Carol Goodman of
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Monday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Monday, January 21, 2008
Haskell
Eugene Rumple
Oct.
9, 1921-Jan. 19, 2008
Haskell Eugene RUMPLE, 86, of
He was born on Oct. 9, 1921, in Van
Buren, the son of William and
Mr. Rumple retired from State Farm
Insurance as a claims representative after 27 years. He was a member of St.
Joseph Catholic Church,
Survivors include his daughter,
Patricia Border, Rochester; son, Michael E. and wife Jeannie Rumple, Elburn,
Ill.; grandchildren, Jessica Border, Rochester, Kathleen and husband Antonio
Davis, Rochester; great-grandchildren, Trey Davis, Kendal Davis, A.J. Davis and
Eian Haywood, all of Rochester; brother, Walter and wife Irene Rumple,
Scottsburg. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mayme Rumple, and brothers,
Robert, Glenn, George and Vern Rumple.
A mass of Christian burial will be at
10 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church,
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Lauramay
Koebcke
Sept.
24, 1918-Jan. 19, 2008
Lauramay KOEBCKE, 89, of 7082 W.
100 South, Kewanna, died at 4:20 p.m. Saturday at
Born in Redkey, she was the daughter
of Lewis C. and Sylvia Berrier Wandrey.
She married Russell Edward Koebcke on
Dec. 17, 1938, in
A homemaker, Lauramay was a member of
St. Luke Lutheran Church, Winamac, and a member of the women's guild and the
altar guild of the church. She enjoyed playing cards, reading and crocheting.
Lauramay enjoyed spending time with
her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by a daughter, Colleen
M. (Delbert) May,
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Thursday at St. Luke Lutheran Church, Winamac, with Pastor Carl Fitchett
officiating. Burial will be in
Billy A. McKee
Retired USAF Lt. Col. Billy A. McKEE 87, Peabody Retirement
Community, North Manchester, and formerly of
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Billy
A. McKee
May
29, 1920-Jan. 21, 2008
Retired USAF Lt. Col. Billy A. McKEE 87, Peabody Retirement
Community, North Manchester, and 1223 Jackson Blvd.,
He was born on May 29, 1920, in
Mr. McKee was a retired Lieutenant
Colonel from the United States Air Force and retired from Camcar Torx Division
in
Survivors include his wife, Elsie
McKee, North Manchester; sons, George and wife Kyoko McKee,
His funeral service will be at 1:30
p.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Robert
M. Moore
Robert M. MOORE, 78,
He is survived by his wife, Bobbie
Moore,
His funeral will be at noon Saturday
at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, with visitation one hour prior to the
service.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
No
Obituaries
Friday, January 25, 2008
Ruth B. Reed
Ruth B. REED, 94,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Ruth B. Reed
Ruth B. REED, 94, formerly of
Survivors include three daughters,
Marjorie Dunham,
Her funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Sunday at
Monday, January 28, 2008
Carl
Wilson
Feb.
15, 1915-Jan. 25, 2008
Former Onward resident Carl WILSON of
Born Feb. 15, 1915, in
Carl was a graduate of
A lifelong farmer, Carl farmed in the
Onward area before retiring to
He was a lifelong member of the Onward
Christian Church and also attended the First Christian Church in
He dearly loved his community. To that
respect, he and his wife started a college scholarship fund for students at
Lewis Cass and
Carl enjoyed traveling and had
traveled all over the world. He also loved fishing.
Surviving are his nieces and nephews,
Carolyn Quinn, Englewood, Fla., Rick (Carol) Wilson, Athens, Sandy (Dick)
Adams, Mexico, Dennis (Rhoda) Barkman, Kokomo, Janis Diehm, Sinking Springs,
Penn., David (Karen) Barkman, Fayetteville, N.C., and Karen (Jean-Pierre) Kane,
Wabash; two sisters-in-law, Marie Wilson, Peru, and Mabel Blacketor, Rochester;
and several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by one
sister, Alma Wilson-Quinn; two brothers, Paul and Fred Wilson; one nephew,
Keith C. "Sonny" Wilson; and two nieces, Shirley McLaughlin and
Elizabeth (Libby) Cavanaugh.
A memorial service, with military
rites and flag presentation, will be held at a later date at the Onward
Christian Church. Private interment will be in
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Daniel
Roy Barrett
Oct.
27, 1982-Jan. 27, 2008
Trooper Daniel Roy BARRETT age 25, Logansport, passed away
at 10:42 p.m. Sunday on U.S. 31, south of
Born Oct. 27, 1982, in
Daniel Barrett joined the Indiana
State Police in 2007. Becoming a state trooper was his long-time goal. His
fluency in Spanish allowed him to assist in several situations during his short
career. Dan was enthusiastic about all aspects of his new job.
Prior to joining the state police, Dan
was employed as a correctional officer for the State of
Daniel also enjoyed hunting, fishing,
riding four-wheelers and all outside activities. Described by friends and
family as charitable and good-hearted, he enjoyed creative writing, arts and
crafts and woodworking. He enjoyed cooking and baking, making apple pies and
pie crusts. In 2003, Daniel was a contestant on the "Hoosier
Millionaire" show.
He was eagerly looking forward to the
birth of his first nephew, Nicholas "Daniel" Barrett.
Also surviving are his maternal
grandmother, Jane Hanna, Logansport; brothers and sister-in-law, Matthew D. and
Shannon O. Barrett, Logansport, and Patrick J. Barrett, Logansport; sister,
Laura J. Barrett, Carmel; aunts and uncles, John and Sharon Barrett, Charles
Barrett, Mary Ann and Mark Penz, Herbert and Joyce Hanna and Allen and Janet
Hanna, all of Logansport; great-aunts and a great-uncle, Frances Isabelle
"Aunt Izzy" Roberson, Kokomo, John F. and Carolyn Appleton,
Logansport; and several cousins as well as good friends, Justin Bault and Bob
German. He was preceded in death by an uncle, William Barrett, and an aunt,
Mary Louise Hanna.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at First Assembly of God, 831 Burlington Avenue, Logansport, with Rev.
Tim McKaig, Indiana State Police Superintendent Dr. Paul Whitesell and Indiana
State Police Chaplain Rev. Daniel Coffey officiating. Burial will be in a local
cemetery to be determined. Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at
First Assembly of God. Memorial contributions may be made to "Cops for Kids"
c/o Indiana State Police Alliance,
LuEdith
M. Severns
March
22, 1922-Jan. 28, 2008
LuEdith M. SEVERNS, 85, of 3269 E.
300 South,
She was born on March 22, 1922, in
Mrs. Severns was a homemaker. She also
owned and operated Severns Floral Shop. She was a member of the Homefront Club,
Green Oak Club, Quilting Club, Mental Health Association, 4-H leader for many
years, and enjoyed making flower arrangements for items at cemeteries, weddings
and other family events.
Survivors include her sons, Daniel and
wife Rita Severns, Akron, Terrance "Terry" and wife Lorraine Severns,
Rochester, Gary and wife Janet Severns, Rochester; daughter, Linda and husband
Ned Heighway, Akron; brothers, Waldo and wife Alta Baker, LaPorte, Paul and
wife Jane Baker, Elkhart, Ira Everett Baker, Churubusco; brother-in-law, Ben
and wife Betty Severns, Athens; sister-in-law, Pat Baker, Osceola; 13
grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was
preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Ethel Ruth Johnson; brother,
Frederick Baker; and sister-in-law, Eleanor Severns.
Graveside services will be at 10 a.m.
Friday at
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Anne
Clifford Cooper
Anne Clifford COOPER, 87,
Noblesville, died Monday at
Survivors include her husband Earl
Long Cooper; three children, Judy Williams, Noblesville, Susan Cooper,
A memorial service will be at noon
Saturday at First Christian Church, Noblesville, with visitation from 10 a.m.
until the service. Hersberger Funeral Home, Lapel, is handling arrangements.
Kayleigh Ann Parker
Kayleigh Ann PARKER, 14, 0f
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Kayleigh
Ann Parker
Kayleigh Ann PARKER, 14, of
Survivors include her parents, Thomas
and Patricia Parker, at home; a brother, Scottie Whittenberger, Atwood; and a
sister, Angela Parker,
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Nelson
Ray Voorhees
Nelson Ray VOORHEES, 47, of
Survivors include his wife, Donna
Voorhees, at home; three daughters, Julie Yanke, Riceville, Wis., Kristy Sears
of Rochester, Amanda Sears, Larwill; two sons, Justin Ray Voorhees and Derrick
Wayne Voorhees of Rochester; three sisters, Vicki Rudd, Galveston, Krista Rae
Pearson, Colorado Springs, Colo., Ramona Rae Anderson, Lehi, Utah; a brother,
Randy Lee Voorhees, Evansville; and his mother, Maria Fries, Colorado Springs,
Colo.
His funeral service will be at 3 p.m.
Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday, February 1, 2008
Mildred
Irene Barts
Mildred Irene BARTS, 96, of 6241 W.
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
M.
Ann Good
M. Ann GOOD, 66, Grass
Creek, died Wednesday at her residence.
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.
Kayleigh
Ann Parker
Sept.
2, 1993-Jan. 29, 2008
Kayleigh Ann PARKER, 14, of
Born in
Kayleigh was gifted as an author,
expressing herself with the poetry she wrote. One of her poems was published.
As a teenager, she greatly enjoyed texting, photography and being on the
computer on MySpace.com. Watching television, especially scary movies, and
meeting friends for bowling each week at Quick's Lanes' Rock City Bowling were
activities she always looked forward to as hobbies.
Kayleigh treasured the time she spent
hanging out with her Mom, Dad and friends. She also leaves behind her lifelong
feline companion, "Knightfall," who was born the same week in
September 1993. Kayleigh leaves her family and friends to cherish her memory.
She is survived by her parents, Thomas
and Patricia Parker, at home; a brother, Scottie Whittenberger, Atwood; a
sister, Angela Parker, Burbank, Calif.; her maternal grandmother, Nancy Dell
and husband Bob, Rochester; her paternal grandmother, Sharon Viedma-Aguilar,
Los Angeles, Calif.; her maternal great-grandmother, Reba Honkomp, Nyona Lake;
uncle John C. Ely and wife Angie, Spring, Texas, aunt Bridgette Wheadon and
husband Ron, Rochester, aunt Cindy Pike and husband Mark, Rochester, aunt
Frankie Ritter, Gilead; great-aunt Pearl McPhearson, Kewanna; numerous cousins;
several great-aunts and great-uncles; and many loved and cherished friends. She
was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather David Geller in 1997 and
great-grandmother Golda Carter Bailey in 1992.
A celebration of the life of Miss
Kayleigh Ann Parker will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
with Pastor Bruce Russell officiating. Friends may visit with her family from 9
a.m. until her service. A private family burial will be at a later date.
Memorials may be made in Kayleigh's memory to her family. Electronic
expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at goodfamily@rtcol.com.
Nelson
Ray Voorhees
Feb.
10, 1960-Jan. 30, 2008
Nelson Ray VOORHEES, 47, of
Born in
Nelson was a 1978 graduate of
Nelson owned and operated the Blue
Ribbon Construction Company of
As a gourmet cook, Nelson was in
command of the kitchen. Interested in trying new recipes and inventing some of
his own, he felt more at peace in the kitchen than anywhere else. He is
remembered for roasting hogs, catering business affairs and weddings for
friends and family. His culinary talents weren't limited to the kitchen as he
grilled hamburgers, steaks and chicken and delicious barbecued ribs. Chef
Nelson created delectable soups - chicken noodle and chili were among his
favorites. He also deep fried incredible mushrooms. Many times Nelson would
share his culinary creations with his best friends and family. At one time, he
and his wife, Donna, flirted with the idea of opening a restaurant.
Nelson enjoyed the company of many
friends he had cultivated over the years. Among the friends he treasured most
were his buddies he met for coffee every afternoon, straight up at 4:00 at the
Paradise Truck Stop. It was over the cups of coffee that the guys created a
close bond, gathering each day and discussing the day's events and solving many
of the world's problems. He will be remembered by his friends for his positive
outlook and wonderful sense of humor.
Nelson's memberships included the
Lincoln Masonic Lodge No. 523. He enjoyed the camaraderie with his fellow
Masons. Nelson attended The Old Crossroad Baptist Church in
He is survived by his wife, Donna
Voorhees, formerly Donna Lynn Ruff Sears, whom he married Jan. 29, 2005, in
A celebration of the life of Nelson
Ray Voorhees will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home, with the
Rev. Thad Stewart officiating. His family will receive friends today from 4
p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday one hour prior to the service. A Masonic service
will be at 7:30 p.m. today. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Hope
Hospice. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at
goodfamily@rtcol.com.
Carolyn
Young
Carolyn M. YOUNG, 76, of
Survivors include her husband, Ronnie
Young, at home; three sons, Jerry Bunn, Fulton, Danny Bunn,
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Tuesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Carolyn Marie Young
April
4, 1931-Jan. 31, 2008
Carolyn Marie YOUNG, 76, of
Born in
She was a homemaker and worked at the
former Chamberlain’s of
Survivors include her husband, Ronnie
Young, at home; three sons, Jerry Bunn and wife Gayle, Fulton, Danny Bunn and
wife Julie, Poway, Calif.; grandchildren, Michelle Gribble and husband Stefan,
Rebecca Baldwin and husband Scott, Laura Parsons, Danielle Sommers and husband
Chris, Chelsey Young and Griffin Young; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Janet
Coplen and husband Francis, Argos; a brother-in-law, Emerson Overmyer, Fulton;
and several nieces and nephews. Also
surviving is her beloved poodle, Elvis.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Rosanna Overmyer;
two brothers, John Zartman and Glen Dean Zartman.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Tuesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Mary Jan Herendeen
March
17, 1916-Feb. 1, 2008
Mary Jane HERENDEEN, 91,
She was born on March 17, 1916 in
Macy. The daughter of Charles W. and
Edith M. (Secor) Zartman. On April 9, 1939
in
Mrs. Herendeen retired as a deputy
with the Marion County, Florida, sheriff’s dept. She attended the First Christian Church,
Survivors include her nieces, Linda
and husband Rich Migonis; Karen and husband Richard Waltz, both of Rochester;
nephew, Howard “Hank” Summers, Akron; step-sons, Howard Herendeen and Gary
Herendeen, both of Cleveland, Ohio, several great nieces and nephews and
several great-great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Bonnie Summers.
Funeral services will be conducted at
2 p.m. Monday, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
M. Ann Good
Nov.
20, 1941-Jan. 30, 2008
M. Ann GOOD, 66, of Grass
Creek passed away Jan. 30 at her residence.
Born Nov. 20, 1941 in Kewanna, she was the daughter of the late Donald
and Helen (Oliver) Hizer.
She was a 1959 graduate of
Ann was a special education teacher
for Logansport Joint Services. She taught
at
She was a member of the Retired
Teachers Association and also volunteered at Rochester Community Schools. Ann enjoyed cooking, gardening, reading and
spending time with her grandchildren.
Surviving are one son, Brad R. Good
(Kathy), Rochester; one daughter, Kris K. Good, Indianapolis; one brother, Joe
Hizer (Carol), Kewanna; one sister, Jane Hizer, Rochester; four grandchildren,
Cory, Casey, Maggie, and Libby Good, all of Rochester; several nieces and
nephews.
Memorial services will be private.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m.
Monday, at Harrison Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
In lieu of flowers, contributions may
be sent to the M. Ann Good Memorial Fund, c/o Northern Indiana Community
Foundation,
Online condolences may be made to the
family at www.harrisonmetzer.com.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Marjorie Elizabeth Garland
Marjorie Elizabeth GARLAND, 84, of 212 W. Walnut St.,
Survivors include her husband, Kenneth
A. Garland,
Her funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Wednesday at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Carl M. Paseka
Nov.
20, 1949—Feb. 2, 2008
Carl M. PASEKA, 58, of 394 S.
900 West, Etna Green, died at 10:47 p.m. Saturday in the Kosciusko Community
Hospital emergency room, Warsaw. He was
in failing health.
Born in
On June 28, 1970, at
He was a maintenance superintendent
for more than 20 years at Lear Corporation and also at WireKraft, both of
Bourbon.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman
and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed
spending time with his grandchildren and family.
Survivors include his wife, Gloria Paseka,
Etna Green; two daughters, Stephanie and husband Samuel Dixon, Mentone, and
Heather Paseka, Etna Green; a son, Andrew Paseka and wife Meagan, Warsaw; five
grandchildren, Kylee and Cory Walton, Michael Paseka, Jacob Dixon and Ethan
Paseka; two sisters, Leona Izumi, Stockton, Calif., and Kathy Ulshafer, South
Whitley; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and two brothers,
Philip and Peter Paseka.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Wednesday at
Mildred Irene Barts
Mildred Irene BARTS, 96, of 6241 W.
Survivors include a daughter, Sarah A.
Betten,
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Mildred Irene Barts
Oct.
17, 1911—Feb. 1, 2008
Mildred Irene BARTS, 96, of
Born in
A homemaker, she was employed by Olin
Signal Corp.,
A diehard Cubs fan, she was also an
avid card player and enjoyed listening to country music, especially
Survivors include a daughter, Sarah A.
Betten, Rochester, a son, Ralph Richard “Dick” Barts and wife Caroline,
Huntington; four grandchildren, Michael Betten and wife Cheryl, New Castle,
Karen Sue Vititoe, Rochester, Jeffrey Richard Barts and wife Carol, Ardmore,
Ala., and Lydia Susan Cartwright and husband Jeffrey, Huntington; 10
great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; two half sisters, Lois
Adams, Moorehaven, Fla., and Wilma Welker, South Carolina; and several nieces
and nephews. She was also preceded in
death by her parents and several half brothers and sisters.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Geneva MILLER, 92, Peabody Retirement
Community, North Manchester, formerly of
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
March
5, 1915 – Feb. 5, 2008
Geneva MILLER, 92, Peabody Retirement
Community, North Manchester, and formerly of
Born in
A homemaker and member of Silver Creek
Church of God, she loved the Lord and lived her life to serve Him. She was a wonderful Wife and Mother.
She is survived by two daughters, Janice
and husband Bill Yeager,
Her funeral service will be at 11:30
a.m. Saturday at Silver Creek Church of God, 6504 W. 1300 South,
Jesse Calvert
Jesse CALVERT, 89,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Eldon F. Cowen
Eldon F. COWEN, 86, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Jesse J. ‘Bill’ Calvert
Nov.
27, 1919 – Feb. 6, 2008
Jesse J. “Bill” CALVERT, 89, formerly of
Born in
On Aug. 31, 1942, in
He worked as a U.S. Postal Service
mail carrier and served in the U.S. Army during World War II.
He was a member of
He enjoyed playing euchre, gardening
and church activities. He especially
enjoyed time with his family.
He is survived by a son, Marc Calvert
and wife Julie, Rochester; five grandchildren, Lyndee Calvert of Wabash, Corey
Calvert and wife Amy of Rochester, Chad Calvert and fiancée Jodi Dell of North
Manchester, Jason Calvert and wife Christine of Rochester and Kyle Calvert and
wife Laura of Rochester; 10 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Mary Rock of
Tippecanoe, Carol Saenz of Mishawaka, Helen Enyart and husband Richard of
Rochester and Barb Tullis and husband Bud of Rochester; numerous nieces and
nephews; and a daughter-in-law, Shirley Calvert of Rochester. He was preceded in death by his parents; a
son, Alan Calvert, on Sept. 29, 2006; a sister, Clara Reeser; and four
brothers, Ralph, Jim, Pete and Robert Calvert.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Eldon Frank Cowen
Eldon Frank COWEN, 86, of
Survivors include his wife, Betty J.
Cowen,
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at
Ethel L. Hayden
Ethel L. HAYDEN, age 78,
Demotte, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008.
She is survived by three daughters,
Cindi (Cliff) Robinson of Demotte, Carolyn (Lee) Piske of Lowell and Roberta
(Howard) Crepeau of White Lake, Mich.; four grandchildren; three
stepgrandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Robert Reed of
Lowell; two sisters-in-law, Barbara Clifford of Arkansas and Marcia Roy of Rochester;
and numerous nieces and nephews. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Robert; a sister, Janet Kay Reed; a brother,
Cleo Roy.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Central time Friday at Sheets Funeral Home,
Ethel was a cosmetologist instructor
for Merrillville Beauty College/John Amico.
She was a member of the Christian faith and a volunteer for Hope Hospice
in
In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to Lowell Health Care Rehabilitation Center.
Friday, February 8, 2008
No
Obituaries
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Weldon ‘Wod’ Baker
April
4, 1935 – Feb. 8, 2008
Weldon “Wod” BAKER, 72, of 5290 E. 575 North,
Born in
In 2003, he retired from Maple Leaf
Farms after working there for 20 years.
A U.S. Army veteran, he served in
He loved to work in his garden and be
outdoors. He also enjoyed tinkering on
small engines in the garage.
Survivors include two daughters,
Laurie Blankenship, Tippecanoe, and Julie Baker, Akron; a son, Andy Baker
Tippecanoe; four grandchildren, Loren Lowe Jr., Tasha Martin, Monica Vick,
LeeAnna Vick; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Hazel Conwell, Rochester,
and Betty Alderfer, California; and two brothers, Kenneth Baker Rochester, and
Eugene “Curly” Baker, Rochester. He was
also preceded in death by his parents; an infant son, William; two brothers,
Leonard and Harry “Bud” Baker; and a companion, Lona Estep.
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Tuesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Billie W. Eaton
Billie W. EATON, 81, of
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Charlotte E. Warner
Charlotte E. WARNER, 86, formerly of
17560 Maple Road, Argos, died at 10:23 a.m. Friday at Mason Health Care Center,
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Juanita L. Gibbs Johnson
Juanita L. Gibbs JOHNSON, 85,
Funeral services will be held at 1:30
p.m., Monday, in Fisher Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Doug Mankell
officiating. Burial will be in
Friends may call from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, in Fisher Funeral Chapel.
Monday, February 11, 2008
Billie W. Eaton
April
7, 1927 – Feb. 8, 2008
Billie W. EATON, 80, of
Born in Burket in Kosciusko county, he
was the son of Harry T. and Zora Summe Eaton.
On Nov. 20, 1950, he married Gloria A. “Dolly” Pontius, and she survives
at home.
A maintenance man, he worked at Sonoco
Products Co.,
He was a fan of NASCAR and especially
of Jeff Gordon.
In addition to his wife, Gloria A.
“Dolly” Eaton, he is survived by a daughter, Sherry Eaton, Rochester; a son,
Larry Eaton, Rochester; four grandchildren, Rachelle Raines and Ryan, Kyle and
Ashley Eaton; three great-grandchildren, Bryce and Emily Raines and David Wayne
Andrews III; and a sister, Betty and husband Lee Gearhart, Akron. He was preceded in death by three brothers,
Emmett, Charles and Stewart Eaton.
There will be no funeral service. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer
Society. Hartzler Funeral Home,
Gale Foley
Oct.
7, 1927 – Feb. 9, 2008
Gale FOLEY, 80, of 3549 E.
400 North,
Born in
On Oct. 29, 1944, in
He was employed at General Tire &
Rubber Company for 34 years and was also a grain and livestock farmer. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and took pride
in his vegetable garden, sharing the bounty with friends and neighbors. He adored his granddaughter and his
great-grandsons.
Survivors include a daughter, Nancy
Hurley,
His funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Erma Jean Graham
Erma Jean GRAHAM, 82, of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Frieda Maxine Moon
Frieda Maxine MOON, 86, Twelve
Mile, died Saturday at Miller’s Merry Manor,
Survivors include two sons, Everett
Allen Moon and Jerry Lee Moon of Twelve Mile; a daughter, Carmen Sue Carter,
Russiaville; and a sister, Frances V. Beckley, Twelve Mile.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Tuesday at McClain Funeral Home,
Gerald
J. Rouse
Gerald J. ROUSE, 65,
He is survived by his children, Robin
Rouse, Christopher Rouse, Jamie Rouse; two brothers, Dennis Rouse and Anthony Rouse;
and two sisters, Delois Rouse and Zina Mae.
There are no services. The Cremation
Society of Ohio is handling arrangements.
Oct.
16, 1916-Feb. 8, 2008
Born in
A homemaker, she was involved in
various 4-H and Farm Bureau activities. She also volunteered with the Red Cross
Bloodmobile.
Survivors include a daughter, Merlee
and husband Fred Heckathorn,
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Charlotte
E. Warner
Charlotte E. WARNER, 86, of 3762 W.
Old
Survivors include her husband, Glenn
B. Warner,
Her funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
today at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Mary
Alice Watrous
Mary Alice WATROUS, 89, formerly of
Survivors include two daughters, Carol
Shrader, Kewanna, and Kay Harris, Huntington, and a son, Emory Watrous,
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Erma
Jean Graham
April
21, 1925-Feb. 9, 2008
Erma Jean GRAHAM, 82, of
Born in Leiters Ford, she was the
daughter of Alpha M. and Ruth Newcomb Overmyer. In 1947, she married Robert
Graham. He preceded her in death in 1989.
A homemaker, she volunteered at the
hospital. She greatly enjoyed gardening, especially her flowers. She was an
avid board game player, always waiting to challenge her family and friends.
Survivors include a daughter, Sandra
Lyons and husband Ed, Titusville, Fla.; a son, Michael Graham, Walkerton; a
grandson, Ed Lyons, Titusville, Fla.; a brother, Jim Overmyer, Mishawaka;
cousins, Gerald Overmyer, Oxnard, Calif., and Cleon Overmyer, Silver Lake; and
nieces, Julia Ecenbarger, Fort Wayne, and Janet Farias, Mishawaka. She was also
preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Jackie Overmyer.
Private visitation and funeral
services will be at Good Family Funeral Home,
Gerald
J. Rouse
Gerald J. ROUSE, 65,
Born in
He is preceded in death by his
parents, John and Zina, and wife, Carole. He is survived by his sons, Robin
(Susan), Christopher and Jamie (Mindy); brothers, Dennis (Delores) and Anthony
(Carol); sisters, Delois and Zina Mae; and grandchildren Nicolaus, Erika, Evan,
Lauren and Jacob. The family wishes to express their thanks for all friends and
family for their prayers and encouragement. (ADAMS-MASON, 330-535-9186)
Omer
J. Torrence
June
4, 1926-Feb. 12, 2008
Omer J. TORRENCE, 81, of
He was born on June 4, 1926, in
Mr. Torrence owned and operated
Torrence Plumbing and Heating in
Survivors include his daughter, Carol
and husband Robert Loebig, Rochester; son, Nick E. Torrence, North Hollywood,
Calif.; grandchildren, Christy Stinson, Rochester, David Perdue and fiancee
Jordon Schlosser, Rochester; and stepgrandchildren, Kim and husband Norm
Benzing, Rochester, Robert Loebig II and wife Allison, Texas. He was preceded
in death by his parents and sister, Dorothy Clifford.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Mary
Alice Watrous
Jan.
30, 1919-Feb. 9, 2008
Mary Alice WATROUS, 89, formerly of
Born in
On July 26, 1941, in
Mary Alice was co-owner of the former
Watrous Paint Store,
Mary Alice enjoyed a variety of
crafting projects while residing in
Important in Mary Alice's life was the
First Christian Church,
Mary Alice will be remembered as a
devoted Mother and tender and loving Grandmother, always there to support her
grandchildren and great-grandchildren in all of their aspirations and
endeavors. She also leaves behind many friends and her acquired family at
She is survived by two daughters,
Carol Shrader and husband Ron, Kewanna, and Kay Harris and husband Butch, Huntington;
a son, Emory Watrous and wife Betty, Belleview, Fla.; five grandchildren, Troy
Shriver and wife Janelle, Teresa Harsh and husband Michael, all of Rochester,
Brian Kinley and wife Teresa, Brenda Kinley, all of Huntington, and Vicki Mudra
and husband Mike, Cary, Ill.; and 10 great-grandchildren. Also preceding her in
death were her parents; a grandchild; two brothers; and her son-in-law, Ronnie
Shriver, in October 2003.
A celebration of the life of Mary
Alice Watrous will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home, with the
Rev. Chris Dodson officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 4 p.m. to
8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour before the service. Burial will be at
Elizabeth Warner Young
Elizabeth Warner YOUNG, 87,
Arrangements are pending at McClain
Funeral Home,
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Lyle E. Disney
Lyle E. DISNEY, 79,
His funeral service will be at 3 p.m.
Friday at Callahan & Hughes Funeral Home,
Thursday, February 14, 2008
No
Obituaries
Friday, February 15, 2008
Bud
W. Krohn Sr.
Jan.
27, 1927-Feb. 13, 2008
Bud W. KROHN Sr., 81, of
4640 E. 50 South, Winamac, died at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday at
Born in
He served on the ASCS board as a
township committeeman for many years, was a member of Winamac Masonic Lodge No.
262, and on Fulton County REMC board of directors for 12 years. He was
He enjoyed attending
Survivors include a daughter, Marilyn
(Ed) Newman, Star City; two sons, Bud (Cindra) Krohn Jr. and Robert E.
(Theresa) Krohn of Winamac; grandchildren, Brian (Erin) Krohn, Brownsburg, Amy
(Jacob) Koepkey, Sheridan, Rebecca (Brennen) Johnson, Lafayette, Lisa (John)
Schaaf, Westfield, Valerie (Patrick) Ruth, Fishers, Erin (Erik) Howe,
Jacksonville, Fla., Joshua (Sheila) Krohn, Lamesa, Texas, Cristy (David)
Sinclair, Cloverdale, Meghan Newman, Eric Newman, Star City;
great-grandchildren, Shaefer Krohn and Brynn Krohn of Brownsburg, Logan, Griffin
and Madelyn Koepkey of Sheridan, Carter and Lauren Johnson of Lafayette, Reid
Schaaf, Westfield, and Gavin Sinclair, Cloverdale; a sister, Evelyn Leslin, a
brother, William (Libby) Krohn, a sister, Clara Mae "Babe" (Bill)
Locke, and a brother-in-law, Frank Eiler, all of Winamac. He was preceded in
death by his parents; a great-granddaughter, Addison Krohn; and two sisters,
Florence Klampe and Dorothy Eiler.
His funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Sunday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with the Rev. Edward Clark officiating.
Burial will be at
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Delores
Snavley
Delores SNAVLEY, 85, Idaville,
died Friday at home.
Survivors include two daughters, Sue
Ann Shaw, Winamac, and Sandi Kay Swetnam,
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Monday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Lois Lemler
Lois LEMLER, 101, Mentone,
passed away at Miller’s Merry Manor,
Arrangements are pending at King
Memorial Home, Mentone.
Charlotte Sue Holden
Charlotte Sue HOLDEN, 46,
Survivors include her husband, Greg
Holden; a son, Shane Gregory Holden, at home; her parents Bill and Margaret
Leffel,
Funeral services will be held at 11
a.m. Tuesday at McClain Funeral Home,
Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
on Monday at the funeral home.
Monday, February 18, 2008
Sharon K. Gilbert
Sharon K. GILBERT, 69, of 8027 W.
900 South,
Arrangements are pending at King
Memorial Home, Mentone.
Lois
Lemler
Jan.
21, 1907-Feb. 15, 2008
Mrs. Lois LEMLER, 101, formerly
of Mentone, died at 4:57 p.m. Friday at Miller's Merry Manor,
Precious in the sight of the Lord is
the death of his saints. Psalm 116:15
Born in Newville, she was the daughter
of Silas M. and Cora Belle Cauffman Hill.
On Sept. 2, 1923, in Bourbon, she and
Fred D. Lemler were married by her father, Rev. S. M. Hill.
She moved to Mentone from Nappanee in
1926. She and her husband owned and operated L&B Foods in Mentone for 43
years. Her husband preceded her in death on Jan. 24, 1979.
Mrs. Lemler was a member of
Survivors include two daughters,
Phyllis (and the late Wayne) Bowser, Mentone, and Leah Nell and husband Stan
Yeiter, Atwood; a half sister, Mrs. John (Marjorie) Knecht, North Manchester;
seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and 21 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her stepmother, Gertrude Johnson Hill; a brother,
Ellis Hill; and two sisters, Cloe Whitman and Mildred Krider.
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Wednesday at
Charlotte Jean Stratton
Charlotte Jean STRATTON, 75, of
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Sharon
K. Gilbert
Aug.
29, 1938-Feb. 17, 2008
Sharon Kay GILBERT, 69, of 8027 W.
900 South,
Born on Aug. 29, 1938, in
Surviving are three daughters, Leslie
and husband Roger Morrow, Beaver Dam Lake, (Akron), Rhonda and husband Waleed
Sharbini, Aurora, Colo., and Jennifer Senff, Marshall, Ill.; five grandsons and
five granddaughters; two great-grandsons, three great-granddaughters and a
stepgreat-granddaughter; four sisters, Joyce and husband John Sexton, Mentone,
Nancy Owens, Warsaw, Dawn and husband Charles Walton, Avon Park, Fla., and
Sharlene and husband Jerry Ross, Mentone. She was preceded in death by her
parents, a son and a great-granddaughter.
Her funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Wednesday with visitation 30 minutes before the service at King Memorial Home,
Lee
T. Howe
April
23, 1963-Feb. 4, 2008
Lee T. HOWE, 44, of 10382
Tiburon Drive, Florence, Ky., formerly of Winamac, died at 4:30 p.m. Monday,
Feb. 4, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center Hospice,
Born in Winamac, he was the son of
Jerry and Mary Ash Howe. He graduated from
A controller for Duke Energy,
He was a member and treasurer of
He lived in
Survivors include his wife, Julie
Johnson Howe, Florence, Ky.; a daughter, Ashlee Howe, and son, Andrew Howe,
both of Florence, Ky.; his father and stepmother, Jerry (JoAnn) Howe, Winamac;
a twin brother, Don (Sue) Howe, Winamac, and two brothers, Rob (Connie) Howe,
Winamac, and Mike (Sherri) Howe, Rockmart, Ga.; a stepsister, Julie (Dan)
Middleton, Silver Lake; and a stepbrother, Jeff (Starr) Hoffman, Kewanna. He
was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ash Howe.
A memorial service will be at 4 p.m.
Saturday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Friends may call from 2 p.m. until the
service. Memorials may be made to ALS Research c/o
Charlotte
Jean Stratton
March
12, 1932-Feb. 18, 2008
Charlotte Jean STRATTON, 75, of 604 N.
Sycamore St., North
She was born on March 12, 1932, in
Macy, the daughter of William W. and Florence Ruth (Harding) Ballenger. On
April 8, 1949, in
Mrs. Stratton worked for the U.S.
Postal Service for more than 25 years, working as Postmaster for the
Survivors include her daughters,
Charlene K. and husband Kevin Young, North Manchester, Barbara and husband
Norman Fuchs, Angola; son, Walter and wife Betty Stratton, Guam; 10
grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was
preceded in death by her sister, Helen Jones; brother, Charles Robert
Ballenger; and her parents.
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
No
Obituaries
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Ruby
Mae (
Oct.
6, 1935-Feb. 19, 2008
Ruby Mae (Rhodes) BEARSS, 72, Berne, died
at 8:15 p.m. Tuesday at
Born in
A teacher and a homemaker, she enjoyed
painting, reading, knitting and gardening. She was a member of First Missionary
Church of Berne. She served as a volunteer advocate/counselor for 19 years at A
Hope Center,
In addition to her husband, she is
survived by three daughters, Laura Gene (Jim) Umpleby of Elkhart, Kristi Diane
Bearss of Spring Hill, Tenn., and Barbara Elaine Bearss of Chicago; five
grandchildren, Timothy, Tyler, Kyrsten and Karis Umpleby and Malachi Reid; two
brothers, Donald Rhodes, Grass Valley, Calif., and David Rhodes, Mishawaka; and
two sisters, Mildred Steely, South Bend, and Etta Marie Obringer, Goshen.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Friday at
George C. Feidner
George C. FEIDNER, 77,
Medaryville, died Wednesday at
Gary Richardson
Gary RICHARDSON, 55 of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Florence E. SMALL, 95,
Survivors include a son, David H.
Schroder,
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at
Friday, February 22, 2008
Charles
A. Crippen
Aug.
17, 1926-Feb. 21, 2008
Charles A. CRIPPEN, 81, of 2779 N.
600 East,
Born in
He was a dairy farmer until becoming
owner of Athens Oliver Implement Dealership in 1957. He was a longtime member
of
In addition to his wife, Corabelle
Crippen, at home, he is survived by two daughters, Kathleen and husband Bob
Sutton, Rochester, and Lorie and husband David Hurst, Rochester; five
grandchildren, Kenneth Hurst, William and wife Kimberly Hurst, Terry Hurst, Rob
and wife Laura Sutton and Amy Sutton; and two great-grandchildren. He was
preceded in death by a son, Charles Leon Crippen, and two brothers, Leroy and
Leon Crippen.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
George
C. Feidner
George C. FEIDNER, 77,
Medaryville, died Wednesday at
Survivors include his wife, Betty J.
Feidner, Medaryville; a daughter, Debbie S. Beyers,
His funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Saturday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Phyllis
A. Nette
Phyllis A. NETTE, 75, Life Care
Center of Rochester, formerly of 11219 E. 50 North,
Survivors include three daughters,
Patti Swihart, Gilead, Lori Cox, Akron, and Dianna Powell, Plymouth; two sons,
Robert Nette, Akron, and Jeffrey Nette, Milford; a sister, Barbara Rudo, Akron;
and four brothers, Bernard Holloway, Palestine, Dean Holloway, Rochester, Don
Holloway and Rodney Holloway of Warsaw.
Her funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Sunday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Gary
Richardson
Feb.
3, 1953-Feb. 20, 2008
Gary RICHARDSON, 55, of
Born in
He was a paper carrier for The
Rochester Sentinel and The South Bend Tribune for a number of years.
He loved gardening, especially
flowers. Roses were his favorite. He also enjoyed cookouts, family gatherings
and watching scary movies.
Survivors include his mother, Phyllis
Barrett,
Private family services will take
place. Arrangements are by Good Family Funeral Home,
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Lillian
R. Hutchins
Lillian R. HUTCHINS, formerly of the
Talma area, died Saturday, Feb. 16 at the home of her son, Richard Newman Jr.,
She is also survived by a brother,
Paul R. Ridenour,
Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home,
Quentin
Brower
Aug. 6, 1920 - Feb. 22, 2008
Quentin BROWER, 87, formerly of
rural Macy, died at 6:15 a.m. Friday at
Born in
He graduated from
In addition to his wife Dorothy Jean
Mang, he is survived by a daughter, Penny Mae and husband Bobby Clemons of
Macy; three grandchildren, Darrel and wife Ruby Clemons, Keller, Texas; Don
Clemons, South Bend and Linnea and husband Robert Myers, Jr., Twelve Mile; and
four great-grandchildren, Justin, Kristin, Joshua and Alexis; one brother,
Larry and wife Geraldine Bower, Macy; two sisters, Lela and husband Lyle Deeds,
Macy, Vera and husband Martin Green, Converse. He was preceded in death by his
parents, a brother, Berl Bower and a sister Mabel Patty.
His funeral services will be at 11
a.m. Monday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home,
T.
Lucile Meredith
Dec.
21, 1922 - Feb. 22, 2008
T. Lucile MEREDITH, 96, formerly of
Born in
She had worked in the
She taught Sunday school at the
Survivors include a daughter, Mary Ann
and husband Robert Gardner,
She was preceded in death by her
husband, parents and half-brother, Garland Kline.
Her funeral services will be held at
11 a.m. Monday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Friends may visit from 4 p.m. to 6
p.m. Sunday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Memorial contributions may be made to
Bethany Pointe Health Campus Anderson, or
On-line condolences may be made at
www.hartzlerfuneralservices.com
Monday, February 25, 2008
Mildred
Gropp
Mildred "Millie" GROPP, 79,
Survivors include two daughters, Catherine
Gropp,
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at St. Mary's of the Angels Catholic Church, rural Hudson. Visitation
will be from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange.
Marie
Miller
Marie MILLER, 85, Life Care
Center of Rochester, died at 11:20 p.m. Saturday at
Tricia
Marie Simpson Russell
Dec.
18, 1961-Feb. 23, 2008
Tricia Marie Simpson RUSSELL, 46,
Tricia was born on Dec. 18, 1961, in
A 1980 graduate of
She is survived by sons, Joseph, 12,
and Thomas, 8, of Valparaiso; a sister, Pamela (Dan) Hood of Valparaiso;
brothers, Michael (Sharon) Simpson of Valparaiso and Lt. Col. Daniel (Alicia)
Simpson, M.D., of Silver Spring, Md.; a nephew, Cpl. Alexander Hood, USMC,
Iraq; and nieces, Kathryn Hood of West Lafayette, Maria, Louisa, Sophia and
Gabriella Simpson of Silver Spring, Md.; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins
and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and a nephew,
Benjamin Hood.
Following prayer at 10:30 a.m.,
Central time, Wednesday at Dykes Funeral Home, 2305 N. Campbell St.,
Valparaiso, a funeral procession will travel to St. Paul Catholic Church, 1855
Harrison Blvd., Valparaiso, for an 11 a.m. funeral mass with Msgr. John J.
Charlebois officiating. Interment will be at
Lily
B. Sult
May
25, 1918-Feb. 23, 2008
Lily B. SULT, 89, of 4787
School St., Leiters Ford, died at 6:53 a.m. Saturday at Miller's Merry Manor,
Culver.
Born in
On Dec. 9, 1966, she married Harry L.
Sult in
A homemaker, she was a former member
of
Lily expressed herself through the
poetry she wrote and by painting on canvas.
She is survived by two daughters, Mary
Ellen Ryon and husband Dave,
A celebration of the life of Mrs. Lily
B. Sult will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at
Good Family Funeral Home has been
entrusted with her services. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to
the family at goodfamily@rtcol.com.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Marilyn
J. Kirby
Nov. 8, 1938-Feb. 21, 2008
Marilyn
J. KIRBY, 69,
Born
in
She
is survived by a daughter, Kathy (Mark) Hisey, Fort Wayne; a son, Harold E.
Kirby Jr., Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Matthew and Lauren Hisey; a sister, Joyce
Bascom, Tampa, Fla.; nieces, Barbara (Paul) Luhman and children, Abiquiu, N.M.,
and Julia LaShure and Dylan, Tamarac, Fla.; and a nephew, Randall Bascom and
son, Tampa, Fla. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Pearl
Gluck.
She
was a dedicated Mother, Grandmother and dog lover.
Preferred
memorials may be made to Anthony Wayne Services.
There
will be no services. Arrangements are by Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home,
Marie
Miller
Marie MILLER, 85,
Survivors include one son, Jerry
Miller, Cambridge, Ohio; one daughter, Sandra Sheppard, Plymouth; and three
sisters, Mildred Nutter, Spencer, W.Va., Cloris Metz and Della Wise, both of
Barberton, Ohio; and one brother, John W. Hall Jr., Weston, W.Va.
Her funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Thursday at Addy Funeral Home,
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Lillian
R. Ridenour Hutchins
April
22, 1929-Feb. 16, 2008
Lillian R. (Ridenour) HUTCHINS, formerly of
She was born Lillian Rose Ridenour
April 22, 1929, in
She lived in
She is survived by her son, Richard C.
Newman, II, and wife Christine, of
Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home
assisted with the arrangements.
Rev. Maurice E. Kessler
Rev. Maurice E. KESSLER 93, Timbercrest
Retirement Community, North Manchester, formerly of
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Mary J. Knight
Mary J. KNIGHT, 81, of 5961 E.
350 South,
Arrangements are pending at Good Family
Funeral Home,
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Diana
R. DeWitt
Diana R. DeWITT, 73,
Survivors include two sons, Kevin M.
and Kirk D. Swartzell of Logansport and two daughters, Lisa C. Smith,
There is no visitation. Services are
private. Marocco Funeral Chapel,
Rev.
Maurice E. Kessler
Oct.
12, 1914-Feb. 27, 2008
The Rev. Maurice E. KESSLER 93, Timbercrest
Senior Living Community, North Manchester, formerly of
Born in
On Sept. 5, 1938, in
He graduated from the Boston
University School of Theology in 1941 and served United Methodist Churches in
the Northern Indiana Conference and retired in 1980 after serving for 44 years.
He served these churches: Bethel United Methodist Church, Anderson; Carmel
United Methodist Church; Warren United Methodist Church; Upland United
Methodist Church; Bunker Hill United Methodist Church; Akron United Methodist
Church; Elwood Grace United Methodist Church; Muncie High Street United
Methodist Church; Frankton United Methodist Church; Culver Emmanuel United
Methodist Church; Roanoke United Methodist Church. After retirement, he was the
Pastor Emeritus at the
He was a member of the Akron Lions
Club and the Astronomical Club in
He had the highest license in the
federal government as an amateur ham radio operator. In 1991, he received his
60-year pin. His call letters were NM9K.
Survivors include two daughters, Alona
and husband Randall Leininger,
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at
Mary
J. Knight
Mary J. KNIGHT, 81, of 5961 E.
350 South,
Survivors include a daughter, Frances
Eltzroth, Wabash; a son, Ernest Knight Jr.,
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Paul E. White
Paul E. WHITE, 101, of
Arrangements are pending at King
Memorial Home, Mentone.
Carl D. Zolman
Carl D. ZOLMAN, 90, Mentone,
died at 4:30 a.m. today at Miller’s Merry Manor,
Arrangements are pending at King
Memorial Home, Mentone.
Friday, February 29, 2008
Nov.
9, 1938-Feb. 27, 2008
Lawrence "Larry" INGLEHEARN, 69,
A retired carpenter, he was born in
He served in the U.S. Army from 1957
to 1960.
Survivors include his companion,
Colette Sidwell; three sons, Curtis Inglehearn and wife Jude, Eric Inglehearn
and wife Cheryl of Peru, and Michael Inglehearn and wife Sandy of Rochester; a
daughter, Theresa Tibbits and husband Mike of Nevada; six grandchildren,
Preston, Angelea, Michael, William, Cameron and Ethan; a brother, Jack
Inglehearn of New Jersey; and three sisters, Marie Pilkowski of Peru, Carol
Burns and Lora Mickles of Pennsylvania. His parents preceded him in death.
There will be a celebration of Larry's
life at 1 p.m. Saturday at the home of his son, Eric,
Paul
E. White
Dec.
23, 1906-Feb. 28, 2008
Paul E. WHITE, 101, of
Born on Dec. 23, 1906, in
On May 8, 1923, in Noblesville, he married
Iris Huber. She passed away on Dec. 25, 1978. He later married Florence McBroom
and she passed away on Sept. 18, 1987. He married Margaret Eber and she passed
away on May 5, 1997.
He was a U.S. Army veteran who served
in World War II. He was a member of Leroy Shelton American Legion Post No. 36
and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1343 of
He attended Akron Church of God, where
he had been an active driver in the bus ministry.
He belonged to the Akron Lions Club,
Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge in
Survivors include a daughter, Corita
and husband John Belyea, Grand Bay-Westfield, New Brunswick, Canada, and
Riverview, Fla.; a son, Karl White, Akron; seven grandchildren; 13
great-grandchildren; 23 great-great-grandchildren; a stepdaughter, Mary Lou and
husband Charles Staton, Akron; a stepson, Phillip and wife Carolyn Eber,
Ossian. He was preceded in death by two daughters, Kay Marie and Alwilda; two
sons, Phillip and George; three brothers and six sisters.
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Monday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Earl
L. Smith
June
25, 1932-Feb. 27, 2008
Earl L. SMITH, 75, rural Macy,
died at 2:18 p.m. Wednesday at
A retired farmer, he lived in
On Oct. 9, 1957, he married Doris
Hunt, and she survives.
He was a member of
He loved mushroom hunting, fishing and
playing cards at the maennerchor. He liked antique tractors and collected 1/16
scale Allis Chalmers tractors.
Survivors also include a son, William
E. Smith and wife Lynette, Chili; two daughters, Anne Hart and husband Paul,
Macy, and Becky White, Chili; 11 grandchildren, Alicia Hart and fiance Paul Pe
of Logansport, Zach Hart and wife Stacia of Silver Lake, Samuel Hart of Macy,
Thomas and Rylie White, Carrie Anne Smith, Lee and Donnie Hall and Mary Werner
and husband Adam of Chili; a brother, Roy Smith and wife Iris, rural Macy; and
a sister, Joann Denny, Converse. He was preceded in death by his parents; two
sons, Mark David Smith and Robert Gene Smith; three brothers and eight sisters.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home,
Carl
D. Zolman
April
28, 1917-Feb. 28, 2008
Carl D. ZOLMAN, 90, of
Born in
He was married to Emma W. Kepler on
May 2, 1942, in Mentone. She preceded him in death on Feb. 14, 1997.
He enjoyed the outdoors and adored his
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed keeping a perfect yard.
Survivors include two sons, John and
wife Sue Zolman and Jerry and wife Connie Zolman of Mentone; seven
grandchildren,
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Tuesday at King Memorial Home,
Saturday, March 1, 2008
No
Obituaries
Monday, March 3, 2008
LeRoy
Jay Conklin
LeRoy Jay CONKLIN, 84,
Arrangements
are pending at Good Family Funeral Home,
Janet
L. Loveless
Janet L. LOVELESS, 53,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Martha
'
July
12, 1920-March 1, 2008
Martha "Alice" MILLS, 87,
She was born in
She married Fredrick "Paul"
Mills on March 24, 1962. He preceded her in death on Sept. 10, 1985.
She retired from the Meat Mart, Fifth
and
Survivors include a son, Charles
Binkerd and wife Marjorie, Mexico; a daughter, Shirley Haffner and husband
John, Denver; six grandchildren, Chuck Binkerd and wife Becca of Marion, Becky
Aspinwall and husband Joe of Denver, Mike Binkerd and wife Lorraine of Fort
Wayne, Don Haffner and wife Linda of Springfield, Mo., Dianne Hayes and husband
Wayne of Logansport, and Rhonda Hunter and husband Tom, Denver;
great-grandchildren, Joe Binkerd of Maitland, Fla., Nicole Binkerd of Orlando,
Fla. Celeste and Victoria Binkerd of Fort Wayne, Steven and Alex Aspinwall of
Denver, Melissa and Joe Haffner of Springfield, Mo., Ben Bond of Bunker Hill,
Brian Bond, Iraq, Shawn and Kristy Haffner of Denver and Taralynn of Peru; one
great-great-granddaughter; and a sister, Charlene Chajkowski, New Cumberland,
Pa. She was also preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Charles H. Knee;
and two great-great-grandchildren.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home,
Zeno
William Schultz
Sept.
7, 1923-Feb. 29, 2008
Zeno William SCHULTZ, 84, of 1853 S.
Indiana 19,
Born in
He married Patricia Lou Alger on Aug.
22, 1954, in Springville, and she survives. He farmed and hauled livestock. He
attended Akron Church of God.
In addition to his wife, Patty
Schultz, Akron, he is survived by three daughters, Charlotte and husband Duane
Hammond, Akron, Mary Jo and husband John Riffle, Macy, and Jo Ellen Dunn and
companion Scott Seagrave, Columbia City; eight grandchildren, Arissa Hammond,
Vanessa Hammond, Trevor Hammond, Andrea Riffle, Jessica and husband Brad
Farrell, Tyler Schultz, John Henry Riffle, Holly Dunn; two great-grandchildren,
Luna and Devan Chandler; a sister, Mary Jareque, Midland, Texas; and several
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Olive Harshbarger.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Wednesday at Akron Church of God,
Paul
G. Thiry
March
26, 1922-March 2, 2008
Paul G. THIRY, 85,
The son of Aimalle and Philippina
(Debring) Thiry, he was born in
He married Mildred Carlin on Nov. 12,
1971, and she died Nov. 8, 1993.
He retired from Square D. Company,
Survivors include three sons, Paul W.
Thiry and wife Irma, Denver, Quinton D. Thiry and Robert J. Thiry of Rochester;
three daughters, Brenda Herbruck and husband Herb, Massillon, Ohio, Ethel Thiry,
Louisville, Ohio, and Midge Hendershot and husband Jeff, Canton, Ohio; a
stepdaughter, Sally Brown, Peru, and a stepson, Richard Burwell and wife June,
Peru; 20 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in
death by his parents and two brothers.
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Tuesday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home,
Linda
(Jasiewicz) Wiedlocher
Linda (Jasiewicz) WIEDLOCHER, 57,
Survivors include her husband, Carl;
daughters, Jessica Allen and Leslie Wiedlocher; sisters, Chris Parman,
La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home,
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
LeRoy
Jay Conklin
Sept.
30, 1923-March 3, 2008
LeRoy Jay CONKLIN, 84,
Born in
He married Dorothy Riffe in 1945, in
A carpenter, he retired in 1985 from
Steinberger Construction Inc. LeRoy was a United States Marine Corps veteran of
World War II and was a member of American Legion Post No. 418. He belonged to
Logansport Eagles Lodge No. 323 and was a member and former governor of Moose
Lodge No. 232.
In addition to his wife, Ocelia
Conklin, Rochester, he is survived by a daughter, Cheryl Whittenburger and
husband Gene, Mexico; three sons, Ronald LeRoy Conklin and wife Sandra, Dennis
Conklin and wife Alisha, and Greg Conklin and wife Dixie, all of Peru; a
sister, Nina James, Logansport; Ocelia's nephew, Rick Lindgren, Rochester; and
several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by
a sister, Bessie Sterrett, and a brother, Lloyd Conklin.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Thursday at Gundrum Funeral Home,
Ted
G. Eller
Ted G. ELLER, 54,
A Rochester High School graduate with
the Class of 1972, he is survived by his wife, June Eller; daughter, Sarah June
Eller; mother, Emily Joan Eller, and sisters, Toni Soloperto, Stuart, Fla.,
Nikki Eller of Carmel, Kay Garrett and Sue Cash of Rochester.
Arrangements are being handled by Alexander
East Chapel,
James
J. ‘Jamie’ Hill II
James
J. “Jamie” HILL II, 32, of 4631 E. Indiana 14,
Arrangements
are pending at Good Family Funeral Home,
Roy
M. Jones
Roy M. JONES, 88,
Survivors include his wife, Helen,
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Thursday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Janet
L. Loveless
Janet L. LOVELESS, 53, of 8590 S.
350 West, Kewanna, died Sunday at
Survivors include a son, Aaron J.
Loveless, Marion; her mother, Dolly Rife, Fulton; a sister, Carol Rife, Fulton;
and two brothers, Bud Rife, Mitchell, and Jerry Rife, Fulton.
Services will be at a later date. Good
Family Funeral Home,
Margaret
J. Seedorf
Margaret "Maggie" J. SEEDORF, 79,
Survivors include a son, Kenny J.
Seedorf, Otterbein; four sisters, Flossy Ektall, Houston, Texas, Hilda Kemp,
Delphi, JoAnne Howard, Wabash, Donna Woods, Kewanna; and a brother, Roscoe
"Sunny" Malott, Rochester.
Her funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Thursday at Soller-Baker West Lafayette Chapel, with visitation from 5 p.m. to
8 p.m. Wednesday.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Ruby
L. Mawbey
Nov.
13, 1917-March 3, 2008
Ruby L. MAWBEY, 90,
Born to George and Hazel (Maus)
Brubaker in
She was a
She was also an avid and faithful
follower of her son's basketball teams for more than 40 years and enjoyed
spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include her son, Basil L.
Mawbey and wife Eileen, Rochester; three granddaughters, Leah Haak and husband
Tim of Zionsville, Dawn Hein and husband Andy of Highland, and Christine
Farrell and husband Jim, Lake Forest, Ill.; a grandson, Cary Mawbey and wife
Nicole, Kokomo; nine great-grandchildren, Christian, James, Luke, Charlie,
Jacob, Gabriella, Maeve, George, Sam, and another one very soon.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at
Oct. 22, 1912-March 4, 2008
Zella
I. Bowman BAIN, 95, Hickory Creek of Rochester, died at 8:25
a.m. Tuesday at the nursing home.
Born
in
On
March 29, 1929, she married Frank H. Bowman. He passed away on Aug. 27, 1982.
She later married William Bain, who also preceded her in death.
A
homemaker, she worked at stores in the area. In 1949, she became a member of
the Church of the Nazarene. She was an organist and pianist and loved to sing.
Survivors
include two daughters, Betty and husband Rev. Byron Conrad,
Her
funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Church of the Nazarene, 1987
Southway 31,
Ted
G. Eller
Ted G. ELLER, 54,
Survivors include his wife, June
Eller; a daughter, Sarah June Eller; his mother, Emily Joan Eller,
His funeral service will be at 5 p.m.,
Central time, Thursday at Alexander East Chapel,
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Oct.
22, 1912-March 4, 2008
Zella I. Bowman BAIN, 95, Hickory Creek of Rochester, died at 8:25 a.m.
Tuesday at the nursing home.
Born in
On March 29, 1929, she married Frank
H. Bowman. He passed away on Aug. 27, 1982. She later married William Bain, who
also preceded her in death.
A homemaker, she worked at stores in
the area. In 1949, she became a member of the Church of the Nazarene. She was
an organist and pianist and loved to sing.
Survivors include two daughters, Betty
and husband Rev. Byron Conrad,
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at the Church of the Nazarene, 1987 Southway 31,
Gertrude
L. Vangundy
Gertrude L. VANGUNDY, 78,
Survivors include two daughters,
Judith Melman, Huntley, and Janet Crunelle, Camarillo, Calif.; two sons, Carl
Vangundy, Elgin, Ill., and Richard P. Vangundy, Crete, Ill.; three brothers,
Gerhard Oberle, Revere, Mass., Frank Oberle, Everett, Mass., George Oberley,
Bloomingdale, Ill.; and three sisters, Louise Read of Bloomingdale, Ill.,
Hildegarde Druckamiller, Corsicana, Texas, and Geraldine Stangeby, Penn Valley,
Calif.
Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center, with visitation from 5
p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the service.
Christian
Lee Chandler
Christian Lee CHANDLER, 7 weeks old,
Survivors include his parents, Ben and
Crystal McElheny Chandler of
His funeral service will be at 4 p.m.
Saturday at
Ted
G. Eller
Nov.
19, 1953-March 3, 2008
Ted G. ELLER, 54,
He was born on Nov. 19, 1953, in
Ted graduated from
He was preceded in death by his
father, Bernard G. Eller.
Ted is survived by his wife of 34
years, June Eller; a daughter, Sarah June Eller; a grandson, Isaiah Lowe; his
mother, Emily Joan Eller, Rochester; four sisters, Toni Soloperto and husband,
John, Stuart, Fla., Nikki Eller, Carmel, Kay Garrett and husband John,
Rochester, and Sue Cash and husband John, Rochester.
Services will be at 5 p.m. Central
time today at Alexander East Chapel,
Memorial contributions may be made to
the Fulton County Community Foundation for the Rochester High School Memorial
Scholarship Fund,
Gerald Rouse
A memorial service for Gerald ROUSE of
Friday, March 7, 2008
No
Obituaries
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Richard
C. "Rick" Rish
Richard C. "Rick" RISH, 53, of
Survivors include his wife, Corinnia
Rish; mother Rosemary Beard, Claypool; father, Richard E. Rish, Beaver Creek; a
sister, Ramara Hendrix, Claypool; a brother, Steven Rish, Denver Co.; a
daughter, Kristie Wolf, Marion; a son,
Private family services were held on
Friday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Monday, March 10, 2008
James
Joseph 'Jamie' Hill II
Survivors include a son, Gavin Reese
Hill, Silver Lake; his mother, Rita L. Hill, Rochester; his father, James J.
Hill, Rochester; four sisters, Tami Cox, Akron, Debi Shidler, Rochester, Katina
"Katryna" Powell, Rochester, and Kira Shotts, Rochester; two
brothers, Art Shidler, Rochester, and William "Bill" Adams,
Massachusetts.
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Roberta
Beth Karn, R.N.
April
26, 1920-March 9, 2008
Surrounded by her loving family, Beth KARN, 87, of
Born in rural
Beth accepted her first nursing
assignment at
On Sept. 4, 1945, Beth was united in
marriage with local businessman and entrepreneur Harold Arthur Karn, owner of
the Karn's Coffee Shop and Hotel. Shortly thereafter, she began raising her
family and moved to the present-day residence on
Beth continued nursing as a
private-duty nurse and as the office nurse for Dr. E.V. Herendeen for several
years until her children were older. She was relied on as the neighborhood
nurse assisting injured and sick children and young families.
In 1972, she was appointed to the
position of Director of Nursing at
Always aspiring to provide our
community with the best healthcare, Mrs. Karn recognized the needs of home
health care and was instrumental with encouraging her good friends, the Rev.
Ron Purkey and his wife Sarah, also an R.N., to create a system of caring for
those ill patients with a preference on being cared for at home. The Purkeys
masterfully acted on and created Hope Hospice.
With boundless energy, Beth was active
in our community, serving at many capacities.
An active member of the Republican
Women's Club, Beth worked as a poll worker for Precinct 2 for numerous
primaries and general elections. In May 1985, the Rochester Chamber of Commerce
bestowed her with the Distinguished Citizen Award at her retirement reception
for her dedication and service to our community.
In addition to her dedication to her
many patients over the years of her nursing career, she cherished the moments
spent with her family and friends. Her outgoing personality, beautiful warm
smile, joyous laughter and words of encouragement were a blessing to all she
met. She loved Christ the Lord and her church family.
As an avid angler, Beth embraced
nature on the pristine waters of
Beth is survived by her three
children, a son, Richard Karn of Silver Lake, and twins, Jean Halfast and
husband Greg of Rochester and Pastor John A. Karn and wife Sharon of
Greenville, Ill.; three grandchildren, Eric Halfast and wife Jamie Howton,
Alicia Halfast Scorsone and husband Michael, and Gretchen Lynne Jennings and
husband Will; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Gladys Tully and husband
Eugene, Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Harold,
who died May 16, 1971; two sisters, Mabel Bouse and Mary Waite; and two
brothers, Rex Carr and Robert Carr.
A celebration of the life of Roberta
Beth Karn will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at
Dolly
E. Rife
Aug.
6, 1926-March 8, 2008
Dolly E. RIFE, 81, of 8590 S. 350 West, Kewanna, passed away at
11:24 p.m. Saturday at her residence.
She was born on Aug. 6, 1926, in
Mrs. Rife retired from Marshall
Electric in 1991. She enjoyed working puzzles, crocheting and quilting.
Survivors include her sons, Manford C.
and wife Ellen Rife, Mitchell, Jerry Rife, Kewanna; a daughter, Carol Rife,
Kewanna; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy and
husband Maurice Mason, Brooklyn; brothers, John Kingery, Las Vegas, Nev., Bill
and wife Pat Kingery, Fulton; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in
death by her daughter, Janet Loveless; granddaughter, Tender Lea Rife; three
brothers; and two sisters.
Graveside services will be at 2 p.m.
Tuesday at
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
James
Joseph 'Jamie' Hill II
Dec.
22, 1975-March 2, 2008
Born on Dec. 22, 1975, in
With great pride, Jamie graduated from
Jamie took pleasure in the title
bestowed on him by his family - "Mr. Fix-It." He was talented and
able to complete a variety of household repairs, including carpentry, plumbing
and some electrical too. He also enjoyed tinkering with big equipment,
especially the dozers and backhoes. Jamie, a gifted welder, was employed by
Dragon Co. in that trade.
An American sportsman, Jamie embraced
nature; his experiences were varied and vast. He enjoyed adventures in the
woods, hunting deer with bow or shotgun. The fresh waters of the ponds near his
home often beckoned him, and there he relaxed, fishing for bluegill, catfish
and crappie. He most recently enjoyed competing with his coon dog in field
trials around the
He is survived by a son, Gavin Reese
Hill, Silver Lake; his mother, Rita L. Hill, Rochester; his father, James J.
Hill, Rochester; four sisters, Tami Cox, Akron, Debi Shidler, Rochester, Katina
"Katryna" Powell and husband Scott, Rochester, Kira Shotts and
husband Andy, Rochester; two brothers, Art Shidler and wife Jamie, Rochester,
and William "Bill" Adams, Massachusetts; his companion, Brenda Wilson
and her children, Brielle, Braxtin and Brilee Wilson, all of Rochester; his
uncle, Mike Hill; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant
sister, Scarlet Hill, in 1970, and a brother, Trevor Hill, in 1982.
A celebration of the life of James
Joseph "Jamie" Hill II will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Good Family
Funeral Home,
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Robert W. Pinder
Robert W. PINDER, 66,
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Robert
W. Pinder
Feb.
3, 1942-March 8, 2008
A celebration of life for beloved
father and husband, Robert W. PINDER, 66, of
Born Feb. 3, 1942, in
He worked at Sealed Power in
He is survived by and will be greatly
missed by his wife, Gail, of Trinidad, Texas; his mother, Fay of Kewanna; a
son, Robert R. Pinder of Fort Wayne; two daughters, Lisa and her husband Kevin
Kersey of Plymouth, and Mary and her husband Danny Chew of Kewanna; four
brothers, Ed Pinder and his wife Lora Ann of Culver, Dick Pinder and his wife
June of Fulton, Jerry Pinder and his wife Beverly of Plymouth, and David Pinder
of South Bend; six grandchildren, Sarah, Jason and Phil Kersey, Jeanann Hewitt,
Darin Chew and Dylan Pinder; a great-granddaughter, Kathirine Kersey; and
several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his dad,
Harold, in 1982.
Online condolences may be made to the
Pinder family at www.harrisonmetzger.com.
Friday, March 14, 2008
No
Obituaries
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Irma Dailey
Irma DAILEY, 96, 6406 South State Road 19, Mentone, died Friday
at 5:15 p.m. at
Monday, March 17, 2008
Irma
P. Dailey
Irma P. DAILEY, 96, of 6406 S. Indiana 19, Mentone, died Friday at
Survivors include a son, John A.
Dailey, Claypool.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday
at
Danny
Ray Ehlinger Sr.
Nov.
28, 1950-March 15, 2008
Danny Ray EHLINGER Sr., age 57,
Knox, formerly of Leiters Ford, passed away Saturday at
Danny was born in
He was married Dec. 14, 1968, to
Sharon Thomas in Culver at the
He is survived by his wife, Sharon
Ehlinger, Knox; two sons, Eddie Ehlinger, Manistee, Mich., and Danny (Nora
Howard) Ehlinger Jr., Constantine, Mich.; a daughter, Shannon Shepherd, Culver;
his mother, Peggy (Hunter) Ehlinger, Rochester; a brother, Donnie (Betty)
Ehlinger, Knox; and five grandchildren, Dustin, Hanna and Devin Ehlinger of
Knox, Emmalee Shepherd of Culver and Landen Howard of Constantine. He was
preceded in death by his father, Harland "Bud" Ehlinger; two grandsons,
Nathaniel Shepherd and Ethan Shepherd; and his in-laws, Richard and Bernice
Thomas.
Visitation with the family will be
Tuesday at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Rev. Ron
Lewellen will officiate services at noon Wednesday with visitation also one
hour before the service. Interment will follow at
William Huddleston
William “Bill” HUDDLESTON, 92, of 6416 W. 500 North,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Tressie
Myers
Feb. 14, 1913-March 14, 2008
Tressie MYERS, age 95, of
She was born in
Mrs. Myers was a member of
She was preceded in death by her
parents and her husband, Kenneth Myers, on April 3, 1990.
She is survived by her loving family,
a daughter, Marilyn Miller, Three Rivers; a son, Paul (Verna) Myers, of Tulsa,
Okla.; a sister, Elnora Lackey, of Conway, S.C.; one very special
sister-in-law, Ruth Grossman, of Rochester; two grandchildren, Mickey Miller
and Pamela Myers; five great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 8
p.m. Tuesday at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, 208 N.
Gerald
'
Dec.
1, 1936-March 15, 2008
Gerald "
He was born in
He married Sharlene Ware on June 28,
1958, at
Gerald worked as a machinist at
Midwest Spring for 45 years before his retirement. He also owned, and was a
handyman for, Ross and Sons. He served in the U.S. Air Force, was a Scout
leader and loved the outdoors.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with the Rev. Doris Smith
officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8
p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at
Margaret N. Stumpff
Margaret N. STUMPFF, 56,
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
E.
Wayne Hoffman
E
Wayne HOFFMAN, 89, of
Arrangements
are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Arthur
L. McFatridge Sr.
March 22, 1928-March 16, 2008
Arthur
L. McFATRIDGE Sr., 79,
Born
in
On
Sept. 2, 1967, in
He
retired from Delco Electronics in 1990 after 25 years of service.
He
was a member of
Survivors
include his wife, Oneta L. McFatridge, Logansport; four sons, Wayne McFatridge
and wife Gina, Logansport, Steve McFatridge and wife Sally, California, Arthur
McFatridge Jr. and wife Marie, Alabama, and Mitch McFatridge and wife Cathy,
Illinois; two daughters, Vicky Doll, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Janice Moser and
husband Tom, Arkansas; a brother, Charles McFatridge and wife Roseanne, Camden;
a sister, Vera Larimore and husband Junior, Galveston; 14 grandchildren; six
great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death
by a son, Kevin Ira McFatridge, and four brothers, Virgil, Tom, Robert and
William McFatridge.
His
funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Gundrum Funeral Home,
William
Emanuel Huddleston
July
10, 1915-March 15, 2008
William "Bill" Emanuel HUDDLESTON, 92, of 6416 W. 500 North,
Born in
On Aug. 30, 1954, in
He moved to
He was employed at Indiana Metal
Products and did custom concrete flatwork for Dunlap Construction,
He raised beagles and enjoyed time
with his grandchildren.
Survivors include a son, Billy
Huddleston and wife Penney, Rochester; grandchildren, Page and Clayton
Huddleston, both of Rochester; his beagle, Hank, at home; a brother-in-law,
Tommy Dean Lytle and wife Patricia, Indianapolis; a sister-in-law, Angie
Nichols and husband John, Rochester; five nieces, Janet Lytle and husband
Frank, Lori Dunse and husband David, Misty Cripe and husband Rob, Shaley Cripe and
Erin Dunse; and three nephews, Jake Lytle, Sawyer Cripe and Ethan Dunse. He was
preceded in death by his parents; wife; a sister, Lucille Sheets; a grandson,
John Huddleston; a son, James Huddleston; and two brothers-in-law, Max Lytle
and Walter Sheets.
Memorial services will be held at a
later date. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at
goodfamily@rtcol.com. Arrangements are by Good Family Funeral Home,
Naomi Shirk
Naomi SHIRK, 34, of 749 W. 650 North,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Margaret
N. 'Peggy' Stumpff
Jan.
10, 1952-March 16, 2008
Margaret N. "Peggy" STUMPFF, 56,
She was born on Jan. 10, 1952, in
Survivors include her father, Gilbert
H. "Bert" Stumpff, Rochester; sisters, Diane Marie and husband
Kenneth Lang, Pensacola, Fla., and Patricia Stumpff, Fort Wayne; a brother,
Thomas J. and wife Patricia Stumpff, Rochester; nephews, Joe and wife Rebecca
Lang, John and wife Christi Lang, and niece, Bailey Stumpff. She was preceded
in death by her mother, Irene J. Stumpff.
Graveside services will be at 1 p.m.
Wednesday at Independent Order of Odd Fellows Cemetery,
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Artena Hedington
Artena HEDINGTON, 96, Miller’s Merry Manor,
Arrangements are pending at Kink
Memorial Home, Mentone.
E.
Wayne Hoffman
Sept.
25, 1918-March 18, 2008
E. Wayne HOFFMAN, 89, of
Born in
On April 13, 1942, in Nappanee, he
married Donabelle Sheets. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II.
In 1981, he retired from Sonoco
Products Co.,
A loyal fan of
He is survived by his wife, Donabelle
Hoffman, Akron; two daughters, Sharon and husband Hugh Hartz, Culver, and
Connie and husband Dennis Helvey, South Whitley; six grandchildren, Jeff and
Troy Hartz, Todd Helvey, Talisha Herendeen, Trina Semler and Trista Brubaker; 12
great-grandchildren; a sister, Emogene Daine, Akron; and two brothers, Earl and
wife Genelle Hoffman, Akron, and Edward and wife Martha Hoffman, Claypool. He
was preceded in death by his brother, Elvin Hoffman.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Friday at Silver Creek Church of God,
Naomi
R. Shirk
Naomi R. SHIRK, 34, of 749 W. 650 North,
Survivors include her parents, Harry
and Miriam Weaver, Argos; her husband, Titus Shirk, at home; a son, Harlan
Shirk; five daughters, Delores, Minerva, Ruthann, Kathleen and Anita Shirk;
five sisters, Martha Martin and Rachel Martin of Rochester, Eunice Ramer of
Wakarusa, Rhoda Weaver and Joanna Weaver of Argos; and four brothers, Jonathan
Weaver of Tippecanoe, Nathan Weaver, Mathew Weaver and Andrew Weaver of Argos.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday
at the
Thursday, March 20, 2008
John
'Oscar' Allen
Sept.
8, 1940-March 16, 2008
John "Oscar" ALLEN, age 67, formerly of Winamac, died Sunday, March 16, at
Born on Sept. 8, 1940, in
Mr. Allen was the owner of Allen's
He was a member of the Knights of
Columbus and St. Peter's Catholic Church, both in Winamac. Mr. Allen was also
an avid sports enthusiast who loved horses, fishing and chocolate cakes.
Surviving him are his children, John
"Bob" Allen of Indianapolis, Connie Bair of Winamac, Lisa Foy of
Atlanta, Ga., and Lucille Ann Allen of Indianapolis; stepchildren, William
Harvey Funk II of Union City, Eric Dean Funk of Union City, Jacqueline Fay Funk
of Indianapolis, and Ceresa Marie Boals of Indianapolis; siblings, Linda L.
Bridegroom of Kewanna, Michael G. Allen of Coldsprings, N.Y., Sandy Roth of
Winamac, and Becky Allen of Star City; the mothers of his children, Nancy
Freeman of Winamac and Deana Fay "Cookie" Allen of Williamsburg, Ky.;
three grandchildren and seven stepgrandchildren. Preceding him in death were
his parents; brother, Raymond Allen; and granddaughter, Casandra.
Visitation was Wednesday, March 19,
from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Erlewein Mortuary in
Artena
B. Hedington
Oct.
3, 1911-March 18, 2008
Artena B. HEDINGTON, 96, died at 12:19 p.m. Tuesday at Miller's Merry
Manor,
Born Oct. 3, 1911, in Tippecanoe to
Delbert and M. Leona Ritter Ralston, she married Noel L. Hedington on April 11,
1931, in
She worked at Atwood school as a
custodian for 10 years. She also worked at Kralis Brothers Foods for 15 years
before retiring in 1973. She was a homemaker who enjoyed her family, flowers
and gardening. She particularly loved hollyhocks.
Survivors include two daughters, Mary
Sparks, Etna Green, and Retha and husband Russell Hart, Mentone; three sons,
Delbert and wife Candace Hedington, Etna Green, Donald and wife Betty
Hedington,
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with Rev. Dale Hart officiating.
Burial will be at
Visitation is 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday
at King Memorial Home,
Esther
Melba Zink
Esther Melba ZINK, 93,
There is no visitation. Graveside
funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at
Marilynn L. Hewitt
Marilynn L. HEWITT, 70, formerly of 5570 E. 150 South,
Funeral arrangements are pending at
Good Family Funeral Home.
Mervin Groves
Mervin GROVES, 64, of 5123 E. 350 South,
Funeral arrangements are pending at
Good Family Funeral Home.
William
Emanuel Huddleston
July
10, 1915-March 15, 2008
William "Bill" Emanuel HUDDLESTON, 92, of 6416 W. 500 North,
Born in
On Aug. 30, 1954, in
He moved to
He was employed at Indiana Metal
Products and did custom concrete flatwork for Dunlap Construction,
He raised beagles and enjoyed time
with his grandchildren.
Survivors include a son, Billy
Huddleston and wife Penney, Rochester; grandchildren, Page and Clayton
Huddleston, both of Rochester; his beagle, Hank, at home; a brother-in-law,
Tommy Dean Lytle and wife Patricia, Indianapolis; a sister-in-law, Angie
Nichols and husband John, Rochester; five nieces, Janet Lytle and husband
Frank, Lori Dunse and husband David, Misty Cripe and husband Rob, Shaley Cripe
and Erin Dunse; and three nephews, Jake Lytle, Sawyer Cripe and Ethan Dunse. He
was preceded in death by his parents; wife; a sister, Lucille Sheets; a
grandson, John Huddleston; a son, James Huddleston; and two brothers-in-law,
Max Lytle and Walter Sheets.
Memorial services will be held at a
later date. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at
goodfamily@rtcol.com. Arrangements are by Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday, March 21, 2008
Mervin
Paul Groves
March
18, 1944-March 20, 2008
Mervin Paul GROVES, 64, went to be with his Savior, surrounded by his
loving family, at 2:20 a.m. Thursday at his residence, 5123 E. 350 South, in
Mervin was born the son of Raymond and
As a Chief Mess Specialist (SW), he
retired after 28 years of active duty with the U.S. Navy. He then became a
self-employed truck driver for 19 years, retiring for health reasons.
The Groves have lived in the
He is survived by his wife, Mary
"Toni" Groves, at home; a daughter, Pattie Faye Parshall and husband
Marvin, Richmondville, N.Y.; a son, Raymond Paul Groves and wife Jennifer, Chesapeake,
Va.; four grandchildren, Brandon and Ryan Parshall of Richmondville, and
Raymond Jr. and Hunter Groves of Chesapeake. Also surviving is a sister,
Virginia Smally of Greenfield, and two brothers, Earl Groves of Greenfield, and
Raymond F. Groves and wife Marlene of St. George, Utah, and many special family
members including in-laws, nieces and nephews.
Merlin is also survived by special
Navy friends: Tom Pullen of
A celebration of Mervin's life will be
at 11 a.m. Monday in the Church of the Nazarene, 1987 Southway 31,
Marilynn
Lou Hewitt
Oct.
7, 1937-March 20, 2008
Marilynn Lou HEWITT, 70, formerly of 5570 E. 150 South,
Born in
She worked at American Geometric
Plastics, and at Stage in
She is survived by two sons, William
Lee Hewitt and wife Cheryl, Peru, and Steven R. Hewitt and wife Marisa,
Logansport; three grandchildren, Mandie Suthers, Olympia, Wash., Joshua Hewitt,
Bunker Hill, and Amy Million, Peru; three great-grandchildren, Kellyn Suthers,
Olympia, Wash., Faith Hewitt and Kendall Hewitt of Bunker Hill; and a sister,
Ellen Wright and husband John, Indianapolis. She was preceded in death by her
parents.
A memorial service will be at 3 p.m.
Monday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Roy SANER, 76, of 7701 W. Camabraw Lane,
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Ivan
J. Klobucher
Ivan J. KLOBUCHER, 63, of
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Mervin
Paul Groves
March
18, 1944-March 20, 2008
Mervin Paul GROVES, 64, went to be with his Savior, surrounded by his
loving family, at 2:20 a.m. Thursday at his residence, 5123 E. 350 South, in
Mervin was born the son of Raymond and
As a Chief Mess Specialist (SW), he
retired after 28 years of active duty with the U.S. Navy. He then became a
self-employed truck driver for 19 years, retiring for health reasons.
The Groves have lived in the
He is survived by his wife, Mary
"Toni" Groves, at home; a daughter, Pattie Faye Parshall and husband
Marvin, Richmondville, N.Y.; a son, Raymond Paul Groves and wife Jennifer,
Chesapeake, Va.; four grandchildren, Brandon and Ryan Parshall of
Richmondville, and Raymond Jr. and Hunter Groves of Chesapeake. Also surviving
is a sister, Virginia Smally of Greenfield, and two brothers, Earl Groves of
Greenfield, and Raymond F. Groves and wife Marlene of St. George, Utah, and
many special family members including in-laws, nieces and nephews.
Mervin is also survived by special
Navy friends: Tom Pullen of
A celebration of Mervin’s life will be
at 11 a.m. Monday in the Church of the Nazarene, 1987 Southway 31,
Ivan
J. Klobucher
May 22, 1944-March 21, 2008
Ivan J. KLOBUCHER, 63, of
He was born on May 22, 1944 in
Ivan had retired from the Prudential
Insurance Agency. He was an U.S. Air
Force veteran of the Vietnam War, a member of the
He enjoyed playing golf, sports of all
kinds, especially
Survivors include his wife, Judy L.
Klobucher, Rochester; daughter, Kristin and husband Paul Carpenter, Rochester;
mother Elsie Klobucher, Rochester; grandchildren, Alex Carpenter, Lukas
Carpenter and Lindsay Carpenter, all of Rochester; sister-in-law, Jaren
Gentile, Rochester; nephews, Kevin Gentile, Denver, Colo. And Ron Gentile,
He was preceded in death by his father,
father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ron and Lova Powell.
Private services will be conducted at
Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Erman J. Dotson
Erman J. DOTSON, 8764 S. 425 W. Silver Lake, died Friday at 6:02 p.m.
at
Arrangements are pending at Earl-Love
Funeral Home,
Roy Lee Saner
November
13, 1921-March 21, 2008
Roy Lee SANER, 76, 7701 West Camabraw Park Lane, Rock Lake (Akron),
died Friday at 6:30 a.m. at Woodlawn Hospital Emergency Room,
Born on Nov. 13, 1931 in
He married Marilyn A. Lockridge on
June 13, 1952 in Claypool and she survives.
He had owned and operated a well
drilling business for 42 years.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn
Saner, Akron; two daughters, Melanie and husband Ray Hollett, Warsaw, and
Marilee and husband Terrence Wires, Nappanee; three sons, Jim and wife Jane
Saner, Mike and wife Mary Saner, and Mark Saner, all of Akron; 13
grandchildren, Missy, Kristen, Jayme, Amy, David, Rachel, Daniel, Nathaniel,
Brooke, Megan, Brandt, Marcus and Leigh’
seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Fred and wife Willodene Saner,
Warsaw and Charles and wife Lily Saner, Warren; two sisters-in-law, Kay Saner, Indianapolis
and Doris Saner, Akron.
He was preceded in death by his
parents; two brothers, Loyd an dob Saner; a sister-in-law, Faye Saner and a
grandson-in-law, Nicholas Patterson.
His funeral will be at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Memorial contributions can be made to
the family. Envelopes will be available
at the funeral home. On-line condolences
may be made at www.hartzlerfuneralservices.com.
Monday, March 24, 2008
Nov.
13, 1931-March 21, 2008
Roy Lee SANER, 76, of 7701 West Camabraw Park Lane, Rock Lake
(Akron), died Friday at 6:30 a.m. at the
Born on Nov. 13, 1931, in
He married Marilyn A. Lockridge on
June 13, 1952, in Claypool and she survives.
He owned and operated a well drilling
business for 42 years.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn
Saner, Akron; two daughters, Melanie and husband Ray Hollett, Warsaw, and
Marilee and husband Terrence Wires, Nappanee; three sons, Jim and wife Jan
Saner, Mike and wife Mary Saner, and Mark Saner, all of Akron; 13
grandchildren, Missy, Kristen, Jayme, Amy, David, Rachael, Daniel, Nathaniel,
Brooke, Megan, Brandt, Marcus and Leigh; seven great-grandchildren; two
brothers, Fred and wife Willodene Saner, Warsaw, and Charles and wife Lily
Saner, Warren; two sisters-in-law, Kay Saner, Indianapolis, and Doris Saner,
Akron. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Loyd and Bob
Saner; a sister-in-law, Faye Saner; and a grandson-in-law, Nicholas Patterson.
His funeral will be at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Erman
J. Dotson
Erman J. DOTSON, 90, of 8764 S. 425 West,
Survivors include his wife, Arizona
Dotson,
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at Earl-Love Funeral Home,
Maxine
Sayger
Maxine SAYGER, 86, of 4425
Irene Workman
Irene WORKMAN, 89, Heritage Pointe Healthcare, Warren, formerly of
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Irene
C. Workman
Oct.
30, 1919-March 24, 2008
Irene C. WORKMAN, 88, Heritage Pointe, Warren, formerly of
Born in Fairmount, she was the
daughter of Verlie and Lora Jones Couch. She graduated from
She married George D. Workman on Oct.
30, 1948, in Mathews. He passed away June 7, 2007.
She was a secretary at
She is survived by her sister, Mildred
and husband Clarence Wagoner,
Her funeral service will be at 7 p.m.
Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Nona Maxine Sayger
Nona Maxine “Short” SAYGER, 86, of 4425
Survivors include two sons, Larry
Sayger,
Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday
at Good Family Funeral Home,
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Nona Maxine Sayger
July 20, 1921-March 23, 2008
Nona Maxine "Short" SAYGER, 86, of 4425
Born in Etna Green, she was the daughter of Edward and
Bessie Bybee Lowe. She lived in the
In July of 1945, it was Maxine's desire to serve our
country with the Women's Army Corps. To meet the requirements with her petite
stature of 4 foot, 7 1/2 inches, it was essential that Maxine restyle her hair,
adding the extra inches necessary and managing to hit the mark. It was with
great pride that Private 1st Class WAC-TC Lowe answered the roll call at
Later the same year, on Oct. 27, at
She worked at Hart Schaffner & Marx and Topps
Manufacturing in
Maxine was an active member of local clubs. She belonged to
the American Legion LeRoy Shelton Post No. 36 for more than 63 years. She also
served in various capacities at the Moose Family Lodge No. 1107. In 1975, as a
charter member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Women's Auxiliary, Maxine
was a driving force. She served in positions for Zone No. 2, District No. 7 and
as secretary at the state level. Through the years, she and Harry recruited
members and helped build the lodge to the prominence as it is known and
appreciated today. Locally, Maxine served as secretary for more than 50 years.
She was also a server, waiting tables and making new friends. Maxine was a
solid supporter of the many Eagles charities for kids. Whether it was Shop with
a Cop, scholarships or summer camps, Maxine could be counted on to be in the
thick of things with all of her heart and soul.
A devoted member of the Fulton County RSVP, Maxine would
annually crochet more than 200 sets of hats, scarves and mittens for seniors
and friends in local nursing homes. She will be remembered at Christmas for the
mountain of rolled oats canisters she collected for RSVP over the year to
create the Santa decorations they made as a group project.
During her younger years, Maxine and Harry enjoyed dancing
the night away at the Moose, Eagles or American Legion. Friends will recall
this marvelous lady with the heart of the Energizer Bunny, insisting on cooking
a delectable breakfast in the early morning hours prior to retiring for the
night.
A baker, her creations of pineapple upside down cakes and
chocolate fudge were unparalleled and highly sought after at the charity
auctions. She found great joy in cooking and sharing her tasty treats with
everyone.
Whether it was fishing on shimmering waters of
With a twinkle in her eye, Maxine is remembered as a
prankster. Practical jokes and one-liners were among the most frequently used
in her repertoire.
A lover of dogs, Maxine bred and raised Pekingese. Her
current canine companion, Precious, could be seen sharing her chair as she read
or crocheted.
She enjoyed reading; mysteries and love stories were among
her favorites. She crocheted custom-made afghans for family and close friends,
once again illustrating her thoughtfulness for all of the lives she touched. In
recent years, Maxine became accomplished on the computer. Her forte was playing
games, especially euchre, slots and solitaire.
Maxine leaves her loving family and loyal friends to
cherish her memory.
She is survived by two sons, Larry Sayger, Rochester, and
Michael Sayger and wife Barbara, Thurmont, Md.; two sisters, Melva Sanders,
Rochester, and Betty Glentzer and husband Roy, Rochester; her canine companion,
Precious the Pekingese; three grandchildren, Pamela Jean Breckenridge, Dean
Winslow Sayger and Lincoln Edward Sayger; eight great-grandchildren; a
sister-in-law Nancy Baker; brother-in-law Jack Sayger and wife Elenora; and
special friends, Jimmy and Betty Tyler, Rochester. She was also preceded in
death by her parents and 13 sisters and brothers.
A celebration of the life of Mrs. Nona Maxine
"Short" Sayger will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Good Family Funeral
Home,
Robert S. Stone
July 22, 1913-March 22, 2008
Robert S. STONER, age 94, of
Born on July 22, 1913, in
Surviving is one daughter, Bobbette Pickell of
He was the founder of The Streamliner Restaurant in
Cremation rites have been accorded and a graveside service
will be April 12 at Greenwood Cemetery near Greenwood, Ill. Arrangements are by
Richard S. Wilton, funeral director, through Cumerford-Hurd Funeral Home, 428
W. McClure Avenue, Peoria, Ill. Memorials may be made to the church or a
charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be submitted through
www.cumerford.com.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Viola
Miller
Viola
MILLER, 74, of
Arrangements
are pending at Good Family Funeral Home,
George
E. Wagner
March 5, 1923-March 26, 2008
George
E. WAGNER, 85, Hickory Creek of
Rochester, formerly of rural
Born
in
On
June 11, 1944, in Macy, he married Normalene (Fites) Wagner. She passed away
Oct. 21, 1997.
He
was a farmer and also sold school buses for Kerlin Motors,
He
attended
He
belonged to Lincoln Lodge No. 523, Macy; Knights of Pythias,
He
loved to do woodworking and to fish.
Survivors
include a daughter, Martha and husband David Roberts,
His
funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at
Friday, March 28, 2008
Viola
'Jean' Miller
Viola "Jean" MILLER, 74, of
Survivors include six daughters, Nina
Hodges, Bald Knob, Ark., Susan Miller, Yorba Linda, Calif., Mary Conley, Argos,
Brenda Rowe, Hemet, Calif., Melissa Littlejohn, Nucla, Colo., and Rebecca
Miller, Argos; three sons, James Morack, Nucla, Colo., Roger Miller, New
Richmond, and John Miller, Nucla, Colo.; four sisters, Dolly Shireman,
Loudenville, Ohio, Lorraine Balentine, Mojave, Calif., Laura Anderson,
Carrington, Minn., and Clarice Gilchrest, Anaheim, Calif.; and a brother, John
Alloway.
Private family services will be at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Homer
Miller
Homer MILLER, 56, Grovertown, died Thursday at
Survivors include his wife, Pam; a
sister, Rita Mullins, Grovertown; and four brothers, Arnie Miller and Richard
Miller of Grovertown, Raymond Miller of Salyersville, Ky., and Lee Miller,
Bremen.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Monday at
Viola
'Jean' Miller
Jan. 16, 1934-March 26, 2008
Viola "Jean" MILLER, 74, of
Born in
A homemaker, she enjoyed many crafts,
needlepoint, quilting and doing puzzles.
She was an avid backyard bird watcher and also liked parakeets. She cherished the time she spent with her
grandchildren.
Survivors include six daughters, Nina
Hodges and husband Joe, Bald Knob, Ark., Susan Miller, Yorba Linda, Calif.,
Mary Conley and husband Danny, Argos, Brenda Rowe and husband David, Hemet,
Calif., Melissa Littlejohn and husband Duane, Nucla, Colo., and Rebecca Miller,
Argos; three sons, James Morack, Nucla, Colo., Roger Miller and wife Annie, New
Richmond, and John Miller, Nucla, Colo.; four sisters, Dolly Shireman and
husband Glen, Loudenville, Ohio, Lorraine Balentine, Mojave, Calif., Laura
Anderson and husband Richard, Carrington, Minn., and Clarice Gilchrest and
husband Don, Anaheim, Calif.; a brother, John Alloway; 24 grandchildren; 37
great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Private family services will be at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Monday, March 31, 2008
Marjorie
Rose Nixon
March
25, 1920-March 29, 2008
Marjorie Rose NIXON, 88, of
She was born on March 25, 1920, in
Mrs. Nixon worked at the former
Birkway Supermarket and retired from Hart Schaffner & Marx. She was a
member of the
Survivors include her daughter,
Marianne Nixon, Rochester; son, Michael J. and wife Dottie Nixon, South
Whitley; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law,
Dorothy Clay, Phoenix, Ariz., Mabel Daulton, Rochester; and several nieces and
nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, James Nixon; grandson,
Patrick M. Walters; and brother, Herbert W. Clay.
Her funeral services will be at 1:30
p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Cara
Lynn Tucker
Cara Lynn TUCKER, 69, of 7348 S. Indiana 19, Mentone, died at 9:30
p.m. Sunday at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana,
Arrangements are pending at King
Memorial Home, Mentone
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Jordon
'Jo' Blumenthal
May
25, 1928-March 26, 2008
Jordon "Jo" BLUMENTHAL, 79, whose family operated a Main Street business here for 45 years,
passed away in Aventura Hospital, North Miami Beach, Fla., at 10:35 p.m.
Wednesday, March 26. He had been hospitalized the past three weeks for
treatment of cancer.
He was born in Chicago on May 25,
1928, the only child of Max L. and Sadie Cohen Blumenthal. A 1945 graduate of
His parents came to
Jordon was a student at
Blumenthal's sales personnel became
well known to its customers. Two with the longest service as managers and in
sales survive: Cora Bowers, 30 years, and Evelyn Miller, 28 years. Sadie once
managed a national dress store chain and was Blumenthal's buyer and manager
until succeeded by her son. Max spent much of his time in later years
overseeing his dairy farm on
Jordon is survived by an uncle, Dr.
Irving Blumenthal,
Memorials may be made to the Fulton
County Cancer Fund, Mrs. Parke Baxter,
Kenneth D. Draper Sr.
Dec. 15, 1935-March 30, 2008
Kenneth D. DRAPER Sr., 72,
Born on Dec.
15, 1935, in Idaville, he was the son of Leo and Felicia (Coppock) Draper.
Kenneth attended
On Dec. 17,
1960, he married Ruth A. House in
Mr. Draper
was a retired self-employed farmer. Prior to farming, he worked in the sheet
metal shop at
He enjoyed
collecting memorabilia.
Survivors
include his wife, Ruth A. Draper, McLean; two daughters, Cynthia Martin (Rusty)
and Kimberly Dowell (Shannon) of Attica; two sons, Kenneth Duane Draper Jr.,
Fowler, and Van Draper, Danville; three brothers, Dean Draper (Arzella) and Don
Draper (Dorothy) of Delphi and Wayne Draper (Betty) of Rochester; two sisters, Beth
Ordiway (Gene), Monticello, and Jolinda Kerr (Kerly) Akron; four grandchildren;
and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents.
His funeral
service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Davidson Funeral Home,
Cara Lyn Tucker
Cara Lyn TUCKER, 69, of 7348
S. Indiana 19, Mentone, died Sunday at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana,
Survivors include two sons, Chad M.
Tucker and Chan O. Tucker of Mentone, and a daughter, Cheri Mikesell,
Zionsville.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday,
April 7, at
Wednesday,
April 2, 2008
Lyman Jones
Lyman JONES,
88, of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Thursday,
April 3, 2008
Ruby Mae Abraham
Jan. 30, 1937-March
29, 2008
Ruby Mae ABRAHAM, 71, died
Saturday at
She lived in
She was born on Jan. 30, 1937, in
Winamac, to Charles and Martha (Zimpleman) McCrackin. She graduated from
On March 19, 1961, she married David
M. Abraham in
She retired from Zimmer Inc.,
An avid crafter, she enjoyed giving
her handmade items to friends and family. She also spent a great deal of time
caring for elderly relatives and friends.
She is survived by a son, Donald
(Julie) Abraham, Berwyn, Ill.; two grandchildren, Lillian Abraham and Sophia
Abraham, Berwyn; a sister-in-law, Doreen McCrackin, Richmond, Texas; nieces and
nephews, Terry (Belinda) McCrackin, Craig McCrackin, Jan McCrackin, Bill
(Debbie) Elliott, Kelly McCrackin, Terri (Philipp) Krauss, Steve (Wilmel)
Elliott; 13 grandnieces and grandnephews; and five great-grandnieces and
great-grandnephews. She is also survived by many other family and friends;
especially dear were Fred and Kathrin Stewart and their children, Elliot and
Madeline, as Fred was like a second son to her. Her companion and pet dog,
Molly, also survives her.
She was also preceded in death by her
brother, William McCrackin, and great-nephew, Christopher McCrackin.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, with the Rev. J.P. Freeman of the
Congregational Christian Church of North Manchester officiating. Visitation
will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at
Lyman Everett Jones
Sept. 15, 1919-April
2, 2008
Lyman Everett JONES, 88, of
Born in
On his 20th birthday, Sept. 19, 1939,
Lyman took the hand of his beautiful bride Daisy Christine Wray. Their marriage
spanned 68 1/2 years and yielded many wonderful memories and three sons, James,
Donald and Jerry. Over the years, the family tree expanded, as the Joneses were
blessed with the addition of seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and
one great-great-grandchild.
A man with a remarkable work ethic,
Lyman worked with the road construction companies McMahan O'Connor, now known
as E & B Paving Inc. Over the years, he developed many close relationships
with the crews on which he was a member. Lyman, forever young, retired at age
86 in 2006 as a quality control manager for the asphalt division.
An active member of the
He enjoyed hitting the links at the
Rochester Elks and Mill Creek golf courses. An angler, Lyman fished the
sparkling waters of
Accomplished as a ham radio operator,
Lyman's call number was N9PVP.
He is survived by his wife, Daisy
Jones, at home; three sons, James E. Jones, Sanford, N.C., Donald M. Jones and
wife Geneva, Jackson, Ky., and Jerry L. Jones and wife Tani, Riverton, Utah;
seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; a
brother, Vern Jones and wife Bonnie, Logansport; a sister, Juanita Johnson,
Flora; and a special friend, Doug Blackburn, South Bend. He was preceded in
death by his parents and a brother, Kenneth Jones.
A celebration of the life of Mr. Lyman
Everett Jones will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home with Pastor
Buck Padilla officiating. Interment will follow at
Joy G. Krull
Joy G. KRULL, 66, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Donald D. Mann
Nov. 25, 1938-April
2, 2008
Services for Staff Sgt. Donald D. MANN, 69,
He passed away at 2:54 a.m. Wednesday
at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.
Born Nov. 25, 1938, in
Donald was a retired U.S. Army Staff
Sergeant and
He enjoyed spending time with family
and was an avid baseball fan.
Survivors include his wife, Janice M.
(Lisenko) Mann, Rochester; two daughters, Donna and Christine of California;
stepson, Harry A. Batson and wife Karen, Rochester; stepdaughters, Robyn M.
Kidder and husband Jason, Rochester, and Michelle A. Kocherderfer, Ohio;
brother, Michael Bruce Mann; 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Calling will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday at Marocco Funeral Chapel. Burial with full military rites will be
conducted at
Cara Lyn Tucker
Jan. 5, 1939-March
30, 2008
Cara Lyn TUCKER, 69, of 7348
S. Indiana 19, Mentone, died at 9:30 p.m. Sunday at Lutheran Hospital of
Indiana,
A lifetime area resident, she was born
in
On June 5, 1960, she married Charles
M. Tucker at Etna Green. He preceded her in death on May 6, 2001.
A homemaker, she was a member of
She is survived by two sons, Chad M.
and wife Lisa Tucker and Chan O. and wife Nicole Tucker of Mentone; a daughter,
Cheri and husband Andy Mikesell, Zionsville; seven grandchildren, Charles,
Bethany, Karis, Sarah and Luke Tucker and Logan and Brenden Mikesell; her
mother-in-law, Mary Tucker Bucher, Mentone; and a sister-in-law, JoAnn and
husband Michael Williams, Atwood. She also was preceded in death by her parents
and stepfather, Ped Koenig.
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Monday at
Friday,
April 4, 2008
Philip B. Hurst
June 13, 1927-April
3, 2008
Philip B. HURST, 80, Macy,
passed away at 1 a.m. Thursday, April 3, 2008, at his residence.
Born June 13, 1927, in
Phil was a farmer and a member of
Survivors include two sons, David P.
Hurst and wife Liane, and Andrew B. Hurst, all of Macy; three daughters, LuAnn
E. Hurst, Pierceton, Libby E. Working and husband Jeff, Macy, and Sarah E.
Bonesteel and husband Bob, Greentown; grandchildren, Anna, Seth, Brandon,
Brittany, Kirstie and Shania Hurst, Wesley, Jeremy, Diane and Bobby Lantz, and
Addison, Jacob, Ryley and Maggie Working, and Sariya and Elijah Bonesteel, and
several great-grandchildren; and one sister, Jane Bell, Bryan, Ohio.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Tuesday at
Joy G. Krull
Joy G. KRULL, 66, of
Survivors include a daughter, Barbara
Williams,
Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at
Charles Robert 'Bob'
Simonson
Charles Robert
"Bob" SIMONSON, 77, of
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Juanita M. Wagoner
Juanita
M. WAGONER, 79,
Arrangements are pending at Van Gilder
Funeral Home,
Saturday,
April 5, 2008
Joy G. Krull
Joy G. KRULL, 66, of
Survivors include a
daughter, Barbara Williams,
Services will be at 3 p.m.
Sunday at
Linda Lou Rich
Linda Lou RICH, 70, of
Survivors include a son,
Robert Rich, Culver, and a daughter, Kimberly Larson,
Services will be at 11
a.m. Tuesday at
Charles Robert ‘Bob’
Simonson
July 24, 1930-April 4, 2008
Charles Robert “Bob” SIMONSON 77, of 129 E. 14th St.,
He was born on July 24,
1930 in
Mr. Simonson was manager
at Empire Gas,
Survivors include, his
wife Christine Simonson,
Private services will be
observed. Burial will be in the
Monday, April 7, 2008
Jane E. Kitterman
Ashley
Feb. 21, 1923-April
4, 2008
Jane E. Kitterman ASHLEY, 85, departed
this life Friday, April 4, 2008.
She was born on Feb. 21, 1923, in
She worked at Frank's and Stillman's
Department Stores in downtown
She was a 50-year member of the Order
of the Eastern Star, 4-H member for 10 years, and volunteer leader for several
years. She was an accomplished seamstress and had a passion for patchwork and
quilting. She enjoyed sewing for her daughters, and grandchildren.
She attended
She is survived by three daughters,
Penny (
Her service is 10 a.m. Wednesday at
D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home,
Betty Jane Ritter
Jan. 25, 1925-April
4, 2008
Betty Jane RITTER, 83, of
She was born on Jan. 25, 1925, in
Mrs. Ritter retired from Hart,
Schaffner & Marx and worked as a cook for Pizza Hut after her retirement.
She delivered papers for The Rochester Sentinel and worked for Blue Bell in
Nappanee.
Prior to coming to
Her hobbies included sewing, baking,
cooking and gardening. She will be remembered for her generosity in putting on
church dinners, preparing food and clothes to be sent overseas to less
fortunate people, and always sending cards of encouragement to family and
friends. The Ritter family is grateful to the
Survivors include her children, sons,
Bishop Richard Ritter Sr. and wife Annetta Ritter, Rochester, Pastor Robert and
wife Carol Ritter Sr., Rochester, daughters, Ruth and husband Donald Bean,
Argos, Carole Jones, Rochester, Martha and husband Rufus Buckner, Rochester;
several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild;
sisters, Virginia Spencer, Plymouth, and Lula Wallace, Argos. She was preceded
in death by her parents, brother, three sisters, grandson, and a
great-grandson.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m.
Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Juanita M. Wagoner
Juanita M. WAGONER, 79, of
Survivors include sons, Gregory
Wagoner of Indianapolis, Mark Wagoner of Greensboro, N.C., Philip Wagoner of
Greenwood, and Todd Wagoner of Taylorville, Illinois; and her sister, Claudine,
of Plymouth.
Funeral services will be at noon
Friday at Van Gilder Funeral Home,
April 3, 1949-April
5, 2008
Victoria Bell McGlothin RUSSELL returned peacefully to her Heavenly Father on
Saturday, April 5, 2008, at 9:56 p.m., surrounded by family at home after
fighting a yearlong illness.
She was born on April 3, 1949, to
Wilma and Woodie McGlothin. She married William Everett "Bill"
Russell on Sept. 20, 1969, in Leiters Ford and was sealed at the
Bill and Vicky opened their home and
hearts to many. Extended children and grandchildren include Kristina Risner,
children Ashley and Richard, Richard Ganshow, Karla and husband Mitch Rutledge,
children Linda and Andres, all of
Besides her family, Vicky leaves
behind sisters Pat Plothow, Leiters Ford, and Bettie and husband Ron, Kewanna,
a brother-in-law Norman with wife Lane Wagoner, Sheridan, with several nieces
and nephews.
Preceding her in death: parents, Wilma
and Woodie McGlothin; in-laws, Everett and Pauline Russell; brother-in-law,
Fritz Plothow; and sisters-in-law, Barbara Wagoner and Rebecca Nelson.
For the past 29 years, Vicky worked at
Culver Academies, where she was known by many as "Mother Russell."
Work was much more than a job for her. Vicky was involved with a mentoring
program, "teen talk," and involved with many students, getting them
into the college of their choice and much more. She was an active and energetic
member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, where she fulfilled
many callings, and she enjoyed the social activity of the Red Hatters of Fulton
County.
A celebration of the life of
Phyllis Anita Short
Aug. 13, 1936-April
6, 2008
Phyllis Anita SHORT, 71, of
Born in
A homemaker, she enjoyed writing,
keeping in contact with her pen pals and working jigsaw puzzles. The time she
spent with her grandchildren was cherished.
Survivors include two daughters,
Angela McIntosh and husband Paul and Jacqueline Gross and husband Franklin of
Rochester; a son, Andrew Jackson Short II of Indianapolis; six grandchildren,
Shelby, Drake and Daulton Gross, Chelsea and Zachary Short and Sarah McIntosh;
and a brother, Paul Wideman and wife Barbara of Mississippi. She also was
preceded in death by her parents.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Tuesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
April 8, 2008
Marie V. Benner
Marie V. BENNER, 83, died at 6:52 a.m. today at Miller’s Merry
Manor,
Arrangements are pending
at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Rea Steen Dubuisson
Rea Steen DUBUISSON died Friday, March 28, 2008, at St.
Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital, Jackson, Miss. She was 87.
Mrs. Dubuisson was the daughter of the
late Plezant L. and Cleo Mae Stifle Steen. She and her husband, Robert, lived
in
She was a visual tech for Adema Vision
Clinic for 20 years. She was a member of
Rea was also preceded in death by her
parents; one sister, Fay Jacks; and one brother, William Steen.
She is survived by three daughters,
Deborah (Steve) Culbertson of Vicksburg, Robin (Michael) Wild of Diamond Head,
La., and Alisa (Robert) Redweik of Tomball, Texas; two brothers, Leo Steen and
Gene Steen, both of Vicksburg; three sisters, Betty Gillis of Vicksburg, D.D.
Stalling of Baton Rouge, La., and Jane Kennedy of Boswell, Pa.; eight
grandchildren, Shay Michelle Culbertson, Courtney Renee Culbertson Harrington,
Hayley Allison Redweik, Madison Taylor Redweik, Kirsten Renee Redweik, Lanier
Michelle Redweik, Shelby Renee Wild and Nikki Marie Wild; one
great-granddaughter, Ava Rea Harrington.
Services were at 2 p.m. Monday, March
31, at Frank J. Fisher Funeral Home, with Dr. Russell McIntyre officiating.
Burial followed in
Pallbearers were Kelly Kavanaugh,
David Gillis, Chris Gillis, Mike Gillis, Mark Steen, Glen Fournet, Allen Booth
and Bill Stalling.
Condolences may be sent to Robert and
Alisa Redweik & Family, 20624 Hufsmith-Kohsville,
Memorials may be made to the American
Heart Association, Gideons International or your favorite charity.
Wednesday,
April 9, 2008
Juanita M. Wagoner
Oct. 1, 1928-April 4,
2008
Juanita M. WAGONER, age 79, of
Juanita was born on Oct. 1, 1928, in
Juanita and Robert raised their four
sons together. They were residents of the
Juanita is survived by her sons,
Gregory Wagoner of Indianapolis, Mark and Cindy Wagoner of Greensboro, N.C.,
Philip and Terri Wagoner of Greenwood, and Todd Wagoner of Taylorville, Ill.;
her grandchildren, Cyle (Chris) Wagoner, Cory Wagoner, Paige Wagoner, Ty
Wagoner, Eric Wagoner, Patrick Wagoner, Kaitlyn Wagoner and Alyssa Wagoner; one
great-grandchild, Evan; and her sister, Claudine, of Plymouth. She was preceded
in death by her husband, Robert D. Wagoner, and two infant sons.
Funeral services for Juanita will be
at noon on Friday, April 11, at Van Gilder Funeral Home,
Lloyd M. Weaver
Lloyd
M. WEAVER, 80, of 4024
W. 1550 North, Macy, died at 6 a.m. today at
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral
Home,
Ida Shafer
Ida SHAFER,
103, Wynnfield Crossing,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Marie Vera Benner
(Pesak)
Feb. 3, 1925-April 8,
2008
Marie V. BENNER (Pesak), 83, formerly of
Marie was a resident of Fulton,
Marshall and Starke counties for more than 50 years. Previously, she resided in
Born to Andrew and Madga Kock in the
Survivors include seven loving and
devoted children, Maria Mangun and husband Donald of Milford, Ind.; Robert
Pesak and wife Kathy of Hermitage, Tenn.; Karl Pesak Jr. and wife Jenean of
Mishawaka, Ind.; Tony Pesak and wife Deborah of Charleston, S.C.; Marcella Boener
and husband John of Plymouth, Ind.; Milton Pesak and wife Kathryn of Rochester,
Ind.; and Andrew Pesak of Chicago, Ill. A surviving sister, Magda Vasak,
resides in
Marie was a long-time member of the
Visitation and graveside services will
be held privately for family members with burial at the IOOF Cemetery of Rochester.
Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 601 W. Edison,
Thursday,
April 10, 2008
Ida Carol Gordon
Shafer
May 24, 1904-April 9,
2008
Ida Carol Gordon SHAFER, 103,
formerly of 5556 N. Indiana 25,
She was born in
She married Verl C. Shafer on Dec. 8,
1923, in
Ida enjoyed being a homemaker. She was
an excellent seamstress, sewing for five generations. For many summers, her
garden yielded produce she canned and froze for her family. One of her greatest
joys was the flower gardens in her yard that many admired.
An avid reader, Ida looked forward to
reading stories about our county's past authored by Mr. Jack K. Overmyer in The
Rochester Sentinel. Amish books and novels were among her favorite books.
She was a member of
Survivors include a daughter, Betty
Rouch and husband Marvin,
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Lloyd M. Weaver
June 18, 1927-April
9, 2008
Lloyd M. WEAVER, 80, formerly
of 4024 W. 1550 North, Macy, and a resident of Hickory Creek of Rochester for
more than three years, passed away at 6 a.m. Wednesday at
Born in
On Dec. 11, 1954, he married Glova M.
Poisel in
He was a grain and dairy farmer in
He belonged to
Survivors include his wife, Glova M.
Weaver, Macy; a daughter, Sharon and husband Kent Mills, Denver; two sons, John
Pope, Middlebury, and Larry and wife Brenda Weaver, Yoder; four grandchildren,
Chrystal Smith, Nathan Vandermark, Travis and Michael Weaver; five
great-grandchildren; four sisters, Bonnietta Carter, Monticello, Irene Lawson,
Royal Center, Alberta and husband Leonard Grable, Star City, and Leota Green,
Bend, Ore.; and three brothers, David and wife Lois Weaver, Idaville, Franklin
and wife Nancy Weaver, Royal Center, and Donald and wife Elsie Weaver,
Rochester. He was preceded in death by a brother, Walter Weaver, and a sister,
Dot Veach.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Friday,
April 11, 2008
Stephen A. Farner
April 23, 1939-April
9, 2008
Stephen A. FARNER, 68, of
Born on April 23, 1939, in
On June 21, 1958, in
He worked for Depuy and Sofamor Danek,
where he was director of manufacturing until 1994. From 1994 to 2003, he was
the owner of Macrotek,
He was a craftsman, loved cars and was
an auto racing enthusiast.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn
Farner, Warsaw; two daughters, Stephanie and husband Randy Schmucker, Warsaw,
and Angela and husband Robert Hansen, Johnsburg, Ill.; a son, James Farner and
wife Debbie, Tuscumbia, Ala.; two brothers, Donald G. Farner, Butler, Ohio, and
Timothy H. Farner, Columbus, Ohio; his mother, Betty Jane Farner, Columbus,
Ohio; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death
by his father and grandparents, Ream V. and Ruth Hart.
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel,
Saturday,
April 12, 2008
Samuel Edward Carlton
April 6, 1921-April
10, 2008
The. Rev. Samuel Edward CARLTON, 87, passed
away at Garden Villa Nursing Home in
He was born in
As a First United Methodist minister,
he pastored at churches in
He was also a member of the Brazil
Rotary Club, member of the board of directors for the Methodist Nursing Home in
He was preceded in death by his
parents; sister, Alberta Carlton; and brother, Robert Carlton.
Survivors include his wife, Louise;
children, Jim and Nedra Carlton, Jan and Doug Anderson, Joan Zimmerman and
Dennis Burch; grandchildren, Dianna Carlton, Jana Johnson, Melissa Osner, Mark
Anderson, Bradley Zimmerman, Meredith Anderson, Mathew Zimmerman, Molly
Chasteen; great-grandchildren, Nathanial and Zion Osner, Grant Johnson, Marah
Osner, Elsa Anderson, Silas Chasteen; and a brother, Don Carlton; as well as
many friends, parishioners and extended family members.
Services will be at the First United
Methodist Church, Brazil, Wednesday at 10 a.m. with Bishop Michael Coyner, Dr.
Douglas T. Anderson and Pastor Tony Alstott officiating. Burial will follow at
John A. Gorcki
John A. GORECKI, 91,
(Wynnfield Crossing) 1729 Wabash Avenue, Rochester, passed away at 11:30 P.M.
Thursday April 10, 2008 at his residence.
He was born on November 23, 1916 in
Survivors include his wife, Cecil
Gorecki,
Services will be conducted at 10 a.m.
Monday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church,
Local arrangements by Zimmerman Bros.,
Funeral Home,
Monday,
April 14, 2008
Bernita ‘Ann’ Crispen Miller
Bernita
“Ann” Crispen MILLER, 69, of 3660
S. 500 East,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Clarence A. Tignor
Sept. 3, 1934-April
11, 2008
Clarence A. TIGNOR, 73, of 515
Northgate,
He was born on Sept. 3, 1934, in
Mr. Tignor worked for Pike Lumber
Company,
Survivors include his wife, Betty
Tignor, Rochester; son, Johnny and wife Angela Tignor, Winona Lake; grandchild,
Deondre Adkins, Winona Lake; mother, Kelly Elizabeth Tignor, Big Stone Gap,
Va.; stepchildren, Randy and wife Chris Sutton, Rochester, Rick Sutton,
Rochester, Jeff and wife Elaine Sutton, Fulton; stepgrandchildren, Jarrett
Sutton, Rochester, Kylee Sutton, Fulton, Levi Sutton, Fulton, Shelly Isley,
Warsaw; and sisters, Martha and husband Dellis Boggs, Lebanon, and Mae Jeanette
Higer of Big Stone Gap, Va. He was preceded in death by his father and brother,
Joe Tignor.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
April 15, 2008
Samuel Edward Carlton
April 6, 1921-April
10, 2008
The. Rev. Samuel Edward CARLTON, 87, passed
away at Garden Villa Nursing Home in
He was born in
As a First United Methodist minister,
he pastored at churches in
He was also a member of the Brazil
Rotary Club, member of the board of directors for the Methodist Nursing Home in
He was preceded in death by his
parents; sister, Alberta Carlton; and brother, Robert Carlton.
Survivors include his wife, Louise;
children, Jim and Nedra Carlton, Jan and Doug Anderson, Joan Zimmerman and
Dennis Burch; grandchildren, Dianna Carlton, Jana Johnson, Melissa Osner, Mark
Anderson, Bradley Zimmerman, Meredith Anderson, Mathew Zimmerman, Molly
Chasteen; great-grandchildren, Nathanial and Zion Osner, Grant Johnson, Marah
Osner, Elsa Anderson, Silas Chasteen; and a brother, Don Carlton; as well as
many friends, parishioners and extended family members.
Services will be at the First United
Methodist Church, Brazil, Wednesday at 10 a.m. with Bishop Michael Coyner, Dr.
Douglas T. Anderson and Pastor Tony Alstott officiating. Burial will follow at
William Frushour
William
“Bill” FRUSHOUR, 86,
Lucerene, died at 4:45 a.m. today at the
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Bernita 'Ann' Crispen
Miller
Bernita “Ann” Crispen MILLER, 69, of 3660
S. 500 East,
Survivors include her husband, George
Miller, at home; three daughters,
Deborah Mills, Rochester, Carin Ringle, Fort Campbell, Ky., Ellen Felts,
Rochester, a son, Kevin Crispen, Rochester; a sister, Marjorie DeWitt,
Logansport; and two brothers, Lewis “Bob” Shambarger, Plymouth, and Herbert
Shambarger, Laketon.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
April 16, 2008
Elizabeth Rossman
Amsler
May 24, 1912-April
14, 2008
Born May 24, 1912, in
At the age of 16, Mrs. Amsler
graduated from the
Prior to her marriage, she was a
governess to the children of Dr. Thompson in
Later, as a meticulous housewife, she
provided a warm, loving environment in which she and her husband raised their
three daughters.
Mrs. Amsler's life revolved around the
Grace Evangelical Congregational Church in Ninevah, of which she was a lifelong
member. She served as organist, pianist and choir member. She also taught the
ladies Bible class, served as Bible school superintendent and held membership
in the ladies aide and Women's Missionary Society. For many years, she planned
and supervised preparation of meals for varied church functions. She also had
been president of Ashland High School PTA.
Mrs. Amsler enjoyed sewing, quilting
and gardening.
On Nov. 19, 1935, she married Jay A.
Amsler and he preceded her in death on March 19, 2008.
Mrs. Amsler is survived by three
daughters, Nola Kline and husband James of Huntington, Sharon Beverly and
husband Larry of Crystal Beach, Ontario, Canada, and Kathy Cole and husband
Richard of Rochester. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, four
great-grandchildren and one stepgreat-grandchild. In addition to her husband
and parents, Mrs. Amsler was preceded in death by four sisters, Mildred Curtis,
Gertrude Dreibelbis, Anita Fisher and Loretta Rossman.
The family will receive friends from 2
p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at the David C. McEntire Funeral
Home,
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at the church with the Rev. Rick Osberg, pastor, officiating. Interment
will follow in the
William V. Frushour
William V. FRUSHOUR, 86,
Survivors include his wife, Josephine,
at home, and two daughters, Wilma K. Bowers,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday
at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Ray A. Kline
March 14, 1925-April
12, 2008
Ray A. KLINE, 83, Laketon,
died at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at
He was born in
A farmer and self-employed
construction worker, he married Bertha B. Betten on Sept. 2, 1945. She died
Aug. 13, 1998.
He is survived by his companion, Katie
Ihnen; sons, Allen (Marea) Kline, Laketon, Roger (Patty) Kline and Steven
(Sandy) Kline, North Manchester; daughters, Sandra (Randy) Buss, Laketon, Susan
(William) Fisher, Munford, Tenn., Sara (Rick) Greer, Akron, and Sally (Mark)
Dyson, Roann; a daughter-in-law, Mary Kline, Laketon; brothers, Henry
"Hank" (Ruth) Kline, Brooksville, Fla., Ben (Priscilla) Kline,
Andrews, Ken (Ethel Mae) Kline, Milton, Ky., Paul (Ruth) Kline, Roann, and Ed
(Louise) Kline, North Manchester; sisters, Ruby Utter, Peru, Violet Kline, Fort
Wayne, Dorothy (Wayne) Leighen, Madison, Va., Mary (Glen) Blow and Martha (Bob)
Kranzman, North Bangor, N.Y., and Pearl (Jerry) Davis, Russellville, Ark.; 25
grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.
One son, Ronald Kline, died in 2005.
Also preceding him in death were a daughter, two brothers, two sisters, five
grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
His funeral service will be at 11:30
a.m. Saturday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary,
Bernita 'Ann' Crispen
Miller
June 28, 1938-April
12, 2008
Surrounded by her loving family, Ann was embraced by the angels as she went to be
with our Lord at 5:50 p.m. on April 12, 2008.
Ann, 69, of 3660 S. 500 East,
A lifetime resident of Fulton and
She married Francis Lee Crispen on March
10, 1956, in Mentone. He preceded her in death on July 20, 1985. She married
George Miller on Oct. 7, 1987, and he survives.
She was employed at Torin Corp.,
A member of the Church of the
Nazarene, she also belonged to the Green Oak Club and
Ann enjoyed gardening - both flowers
and vegetables. Following the garden harvest, she would can and freeze the
fruits of her labor. She enjoyed the challenge of word puzzles and relaxed by
reading novels, the Bible and other spiritual passages. As an avid I.U.
basketball fan, Ann cheered for the cream and crimson. Ann loved her family
deeply and adored her grandchildren. She was passionate about the special times
they spent together.
Survivors include her husband, George Miller, at home; three
daughters, Deborah Mills and husband Tom, Rochester, Carin Ringle and husband
CW04 Michael, Fort Campbell, Ky., Ellen Felts and husband Neil, Rochester; a
son, Kevin Crispen and wife Susan, Rochester; 11 grandchildren, Levi and Lucas
Mills, Jenna, Joshua and wife Shanna, Jonas and Jason Crispen, Justin and
Nicholas Ringle, Ashly, Casandra and Zachary Felts; a great-grandson, Gunnar
Crispen; three stepgrandchildren, Hope, Gracie and Chelsea Manns; a sister,
Marjorie DeWitt, Logansport; her mother-in-law, Burnice Crispen; two brothers,
Lewis "Bob" Shambarger and wife Jan, Plymouth, Herbert Shambarger and
wife Doris, Laketon; her faithful canine companion, Jazzy, an American Eskimo
dog; nieces, nephews and cousins.
She also was preceded in death by her
parents; grandchildren, Landon Felts and Lacey Mills; three sisters, Marilyn
Nicodemus, Sue Long and Nancy Brinell; and two brothers, Mark and Charles
Shambarger.
A celebration of the life of Bernita
"Ann" Crispen Miller will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Good Family
Funeral Home. Rev. Don Meyer and Rev. Lowell Burrus will officiate. She will be
laid to rest at the
Thursday,
April 17, 2008
Donna Fenimore Beavers
Donna Fenimore BEAVERS, an Akron native who once had a
dance studio in downtown Akron before becoming an artist who taught in England
and at Swarthmore College, died April 6 in Hendersonville, N.C., where she had
lived for nearly 40 years.
The youngest
and last member of Forrest and Audrey Fenimore's family, she attended
She is
survived by 10 nieces and nephews, including Marilyn Kruger,
Betty Lee Newcomer
June 30, 1922-April
15, 2008
Betty Lee NEWCOMER, 85, of
She was born June 30, 1922, to Ora
Bussert and Gertrude DuBois Bussert in Macy.
She married Carl Philip Newcomer on
June 6, 1945, in
He preceded her in death May 24, 1972.
She was also preceded in death by both parents, sister Virginia, and brother
Luther.
She loved her flower garden. Her
hobbies were needlepoint, decorating and her daily walk in the Farrington's
Grove area.
She was a member of Macy Church of
Christ and attended South Side Church of Christ in
Survivors include her son, Phillip Lee
Newcomer of
Funeral services will be conducted at
1 p.m. Friday, April 18, 2008, in
A special Thank You to Tammy of
Intrepid Health Care for her care and compassion.
Linda Rusie
Aug. 26, 1931-April
16, 2008
Linda (Malinda) Miller RUSIE,
Born on Aug. 26, 1931, to Amish
parents, Steven and Anna Miller in
She was preceded in death by her
husband and two granddaughters, Leanna Friend and Ashley Rusie, one
great-granddaughter, Lincoln Sutton, and five sisters and four brothers.
Survivors include children: Ann (Bill)
Friend, Macy; John H. (Dana) Rusie, Logansport; Mary Beth (Byron) Fites, Macy;
Mark (Lori) Rusie, Mexico; Teresa (Randy) Pier, Peru; Florence (Robert)
McKinley, Peru; 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Surviving siblings
include two brothers, Peter of Elkhart and Dan of Arthur,
Linda was a member and lifetime
deaconess of
Services will be at 11 a.m. at
Memorial contributions may be made to
the
June 22, 1931-April 15, 2008
He retired from the U.S. Air Force and
owned and operated Williams Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.
He was born in
A former deacon of
Milton is also survived by a son,
Antoine Williams and wife Katie and children, Peru; four daughters, Astrid
Williams, Peru, Nancy Forcier and husband Ray, O'Fallon, Ill., Delphinie Peltes
and husband Pat, Saint Charles, Mo., and Diana Williams, Peru; grandchildren,
Bradley Milton Williams, Jamie David Williams, Ginette Marie Williams, Noelle
Marie Forcier, Philip William Peltes, Alexandra, Aurelia, Jerome, Laurie;
stepgrandchildren, Patricia Ferouelle and husband Bruno, Andre´e Sam Emeterio
and husband Tetere´; great-grandchildren, Damien and Riley Williams; two
brothers, Otha Williams, Chicago, Ill., and Waddel Williams, Kilmichael, Miss.;
a sister-in-law, Joella Williams, Chicago, Ill.; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his
parents; a brother, Mason Williams; a sister, Marie Powell.
His funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Saturday at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home,
Friday,
April 18, 2008
Clem H. Miller Jr.
Clem
H. MILLER Jr., 81, of 1844 E. 300 South,
Survivors include his wife, Jean I.
Miller, at home, a daughter, Eileen Fellers,
Services will be private. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Saturday,
April 19, 2008
Clem H.
Miller Jr.
June 25, 1926-April 17, 2008
Clem
H. MILLER Jr., 81, of 1844 E. 300 South,
Born
in
On
Nov. 27, 1947, he married Jean I. Neidlinger at
As
a family man who loved the land, Clem and his wife Jean's dream came true with
the acquisition of their farm ground south of
Many
produce lovers will recall seeing Clem and grandson Greg at the Miller Fresh
Sweet Corn Stand situated on
From
the late '80s till the late '90s those who enjoyed strawberries will remember
the same location where Clem and his family harvested and sold strawberries.
During early spring, when temperatures would drop, Clem would stay up late at
night to oversee the irrigation system protecting the tender plants from frost.
This
year was no exception on the farm as Clem assisted with preparations for the
planting season. Just last week he was pulling fence line with his Bobcat. With
great pride this dedicated farmer enjoyed observing the harvest, riding high in
the combine and planting the crops on his shiny red Case-International
Harvester.
Clem
and Jean enjoyed trips to
As
the patriarch of the family, Clem was loved and respected by his children,
grandchildren and great-granddaughter. He instilled a love for the land, and
work ethic for the family to follow with a special love only shared by Grandpa.
He
is survived by his wife, Jean I. Miller, at home; a daughter, Eileen Fellers,
Rochester; two sons, Tom Miller and Charlie Miller and wife Katie, Rochester; a
brother, Richard L. Miller and wife Barbara, Argos; six grandchildren, Brad
Fellers and wife Kimi, Rochester, Cory Fellers, Beaverton, Ore., Lori Fellers,
Rochester, Joe Miller and wife Brianne, Rochester, Sarah Miller, Indianapolis,
and Greg Miller, Rochester; and a great-granddaughter, Courtney Fellers. He was
preceded in death by his parents; a son-in-law, Steve Fellers; a sister, Cleta
Nelson; and a brother, Herman Miller.
Private
family services will be held with Dr. Mark Spencer officiating. Burial will be
at
JoAnn M.(Petrie)
Morrison
Nov. 13, 1941-April
5, 2008
JoAnn M. MORRISON, 66, of Port
Charlotte, Fla., and
She was born Nov. 13, 1941, in
Mrs. Morrison retired from First
Federal Savings Bank,
She is survived by her loving family,
her husband, Harold A. Morrison of Port Charlotte, Fla., and Denver; a
daughter, Tammy A. (Alec) Breden of Granger; two sons, Michael B. (Marianne)
DePoy of Plymouth, and Terry J. (Susan) DePoy of Denver; two stepdaughters,
Lori S. Carpenter of Leesburg and Betty J. (Gary) Gibbons of Plymouth; stepmother,
Margaret Petrie of Granger: two sisters, Vesta (James) Principe of Port
Charlotte, Fla., and Chrissy McKenzie of South Bend; and nine grandchildren,
Michael, Mathew, Makayla, Morgan, Shannon, Jared, Kyalan, Cody and Kevin.
A memorial service will be held at 11
a.m. April 26 at Rochester Church of Christ,
Monday,
April 21, 2008
Chavez Earline
Weathersby
Chavez Earline
WEATHERSBY, 43, formerly
of Culver, died March 26.
Survivors include her daughter, Janai
Springfield, and her mother, Alyce Weathersby.
Arrangements were handled by Carter
Funeral Chapels,
Tuesday,
April 22, 2008
Elizabeth Ann
Reynolds
March 26, 1960-April
19, 2008
Elizabeth Ann (Zehner) REYNOLDS passed away unexpectedly Saturday at
Beth was born March 26, 1960, in
Beth graduated from
Survivors include her husband of 23
years, Jacob Linn Reynolds; her children, Heather, Erik, Tiffany and Bryce; her
parents, Don and Ruth (Keller) Zehner; mother-in-law, Betty Reynolds of
Rochester; brothers, Don Zehner (Pam) of Logansport, Greg Zehner (Mary) of
Monterey, August Zehner (Kathy) of Anderson; and her sister, Sharon (Larry)
Yelaska of Channahon, Ill. Also surviving are her brothers-in-law, Mark
Reynolds of
Services will be at St. Anne's
Catholic Church in
Arrangements are pending at Rannells
Funeral Home, Hamlet.
Wednesday,
April 23, 2008
Mary K. Fraser
Mary
K. FRASER, 93, Towne
House Health Center, Fort Wayne, a longtime Rochester resident, died at 8:28
p.m. Tuesday at her residence.
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Survivors include five daughters,
Louise Stevens, Plymouth, Barbara Feltner and Patsy Zeiger of Rochester, Glenda
Greer, Plymouth, and Freida Adams, Knox; three sisters, Juanita Stevens,
Morehead, Ky., Bobby Lu Johnson, Ingalls, and Martha Jessie,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Central
time Saturday at Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet, with visitation from 10 a.m.
until the service.
R. Kevin McCarty
R.
Kevin McCARTY, 45, of
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Thursday,
April 24, 2008
Mary K. Fraser
Mary K. FRASER, 93, a
longtime
Survivors include two sons, Robert
Fraser of
Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at
Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Robert
"Kevin" McCarty
Robert
"Kevin" McCARTY,
45, of 7639 W. Swick Road,
Survivors include his parents, Robert
and Roslyn McCarty,
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at
St. Mary's Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church,
JoAnn M. Morrison
A
memorial service for JoAnn M. MORRISON, 66,
Friday,
April 25, 2008
Thelma Harris Boetsma
Dec. 16, 1923-April
19, 2008
Thelma Harris BOETSMA, 84, beloved
mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, stepped into eternity to be home
with the Lord Saturday, April 19. She lived
with her son and daughter-in-law in
She was born Dec., 16, 1923, in
She is survived by sister, Rena
Follmer; children, Larry (Anita) Boetsma, Debra (Allen) Mechling and Cynthia
(Timothy) Decker. She is also survived
by nine grandchildren, Steven Boetsma and Erica Partin, Daniel, Stephanie and
Isaac Michling, and Caleb, Kyle, Kirsten and Colson Decker, and five
great-grandchildren, Harry and Austin Partin, Sierra and Michael Boetsma, and
Gavin Mechling.
Thelma worked in the family
re-upholstery and then new furniture business in Culver. She and her husband of 67 years moved to
Arrangements are entrusted to
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home in Culver.
Visitation will be Sunday, April 27, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Monday,
April 28, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Her
funeral service is at 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the
Valley,
Eunice M. Rex Hunt Carter
Eunice M. Rex Hunt CARTER, 77,
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Merle D. Grossman
Merle
D. GROSSMAN, 73, of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Carolyn Miller
Carolyn
MILLER, 72,
Claypool, died Thursday at home.
Survivors include sons, Nathaniel
Miller of Claypool, Timothy Miller of
Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at
McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel,
Saturday,
April 26, 2008
Mary Ann Gillespie
Jan. 17, 1939-April
24, 2008
Mary Ann GILLESPIE, 69,
She was born Jan 17, 1939 and married
her husband of 39 years on Sept. 7, 1968.
She is survived by her husband, Jay M. Gillespie; their daughter, Mrs.
Jeff (Ginger R.) Dwyer, Claypool; two grand-daughters, Heather and Sara Dwyer;
one brother and three sisters. One
sister is deceased.
Services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to
American Cancer Society,
Edna Elizabeth Nellans
Edna
Elizabeth NELLANS, 95, of
Masons Health Care,
Arrangements are pending at King
Memorial Home, Mentone.
Merle D. Grossman
Merle
D. GROSSMAN, 73, of 20302
Ironwood Road, Argos, went into the arms of his Lord Thursday at 3:55 p.m.,
after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.
He was one of 11 children born to Lott
and Corene Hagenbush Grossman in
Merle took Dorthie Miller as his bride
on July 3, 1956 in
He was a dairy farmer for most of his
life and had also worked at Standard Motors, formerly Ristance, of
He will be greatly missed by his wife,
Dorthie, at home; two daughters, Loretta Caudill and husband Thomas, of Culver,
Diana Grossman, of Argos; five sons, Ronald Grossman and wife Patti, Akron,
Donald Grossman, of Argos, Joey Grossman, of Plymouth, Jan Grossman and wife
Cindy of Grant, Mich., Edward Grossman and wife Teresa of Bourbon; and by his
14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Also surviving are two sisters; Leona Young, of
He was preceded in death by his parents,
two sister, Martha Longstreth and Virginia Bollhoefer; and five brothers;
Gerald, Dwight, Leroy, George and Richard (Dick) Grossman.
A celebration of Merle’s life will be
at 10 a.m. Monday in the Good Family Funeral Home,
Memorials may be made to the Lymphoma
Organization or The Center for Hope Hospice and Palliative Care. Envelopes are available at the funeral
home. Electronic expressions of sympathy
may be made to the family at goodfamily@rtcol.com.
Monday,
April 28, 2008
Repeated April 23
Obituaries
Tuesday,
April 29, 2008
Eunice M. Carter
Eunice M.
(Rex) Hunt CARTER, 77,
Services
will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Patricia M. Fieser
Oct. 23, 1929-April
27, 2008
Patricia M. FIESER, 78, of
She was born on Oct. 23, 1929, in
Mrs. Fieser worked at the Washington
Square Restaurant in
Survivors include her husband, David
Fieser, Rochester; son, John Fieser, Naperville, Ill.; grandchildren, Jessica
Lynn Fieser, Milford, Conn., and Kurt James Fieser, Sycamore, Ill.; her sister,
Marjorie Carson, Chicago, Ill.; and her brother, Robert and wife Terri Morris,
Niles, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Richard
Morris.
No services or visitation will be
observed. Burial will be at a later date at the
Edna Elizabeth
Nellans
Edna Elizabeth
(Pittman) NELLANS, 95, formerly
of
Survivors include three daughters,
Mardene Kay Mellott, Bourbon, Madonna Sue Creighton and Nanette Clark, both of
A memorial service will be at 4 p.m.
Thursday at
Frances Cora Nicodemus
Nov. 2, 1921-April
27, 2008
Frances Cora NICODEMUS, 86, of 7567
E. 150 South,
Born in
With patriotism and pride,
On March 11, 1947, she married the
love of her life, Peter A. Nicodemus in
She enjoyed crocheting baby blankets,
afghans, mittens and scarves for family and friends. She also embroidered and
created counted cross-stitch. Her family remembers the delightful cookies,
cakes and pies she baked.
Through the years,
Her favorite pastimes included
watching television - Joyce Meyer, "Let's Make a Deal" and other
traditional game shows. She once saw Alan Jackson in concert and enjoyed
listening to his albums.
She is survived by a daughter,
Charlotte Givens,
A celebration of the life of Frances
Cora Nicodemus will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Wayne D. Hissong
Wayne
D. HISSONG, 87,
Arrangements are pending at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver.
Wednesday,
April 30, 2008
Wayne D. Hissong
Wayne D. HISSONG, 87, Leiters
Ford, died at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Plymouth on Monday morning,
April 28, 2008.
Wayne was born in Argos, to Lawrence
and Carrie Hissong. His parents preceded him in death as did his brother, Loren
Hissong.
On Oct. 21, 1956, he married Barbara
Reinholt, who also preceded him in death. They were married 39 years and
together had three children who survive, Valerie (Kevin) Staples of South Bend,
Vince (Becky) Hissong of Leiters Ford and Van (Theresa) Hissong of Culver. His
son from a previous marriage, Paul (Vicky) Sudlow, lives in Billings, Mont.
Wayne has eight grandchildren: Isaac Hissong, Alexandra and Patrick Staples,
and Madeline, Morgan, Sam, Gabriel and Savannah Hissong.
Wayne graduated from Argos High School
and worked in construction until his retirement. He was a proud World War II
veteran, who served 4 1/2 years in the 2nd Armored Divison and the 712th Tank
Battalion. He was awarded the Purple Heart, a silver battle star and several
other ribbons and medals. Wayne maintained close friendships with his comrades
in the years since the war. He traveled each fall to the 712th Tank Battalion
reunions to renew friendships and recount stories.
For Wayne, there was no baseball team
but the Chicago Cubs. He also enjoyed golf, fishing and time with family and
friends. He was a member of the Collins-Tasch American Legion Post 399 in
Monterey, the Finney-Shilling VFW Post 6919 of Culver and the Maxinkuckee
Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Culver. Wayne was a loving husband, father
and grandfather and will be missed by his family and friends.
Viewing will be at the Bonine-Odom
Funeral Home in Culver on Thursday, May 1, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral
services will be at the funeral home on Friday, May 2, at 11 a.m. In lieu of
flowers, memorials may be given to the Finney-Shilling VFW Post 6919 of Culver
or to the Collins-Tasch American Legion Post 399 of Monterey. Condolences may
be sent via the obituary page at www.bonineodom.com.
Jerry D. Maple
Jerry
D. MAPLE, 53, of 10850
E. Indiana 14, Akron, died at 9:40 p.m. Monday at Parkview Hospital, Four
Wayne.
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home, Akron.
Thursday,
May 1, 2008
Evieanna 'Wendy'
Kinne
Evieanna
"Wendy" KINNE, 56,
Plymouth, died Tuesday at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.
Survivors include her husband, John
Kinne, Plymouth; two daughters, Michelle Yoder, Milford, and Robin Luce,
Rochester; a sister, Colleen Sexton, Lexington, Mich.; and a brother, Robert
Sexton, Lexington, Mich.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at
Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, with visitation from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday and after 7 a.m. Monday.
Charles 'Chuck'
Walter Miller
April
1, 1913-April 30, 2008
Charles "Chuck" Walter MILLER, 95, of 3534
S. Palestine Lane,
In
Charles retired from Bendix Mobile
Homes of Bourbon in 1978. He continued to farm just outside Mentone until a few
years ago. Charles was delighted with fishing for bass and blue gill, relaxing
at the pond on the family's farm. Until three years ago, Charles could be seen
in the neighborhood riding his bicycle - a feat for any 92-year-old, a
gentleman with remarkable determination, balance, athleticism and pride!
It was in
A lifelong, die-hard Cub fan, Chuck
and Mabel's 70th wedding anniversary was noted at the game, during the seventh
inning stretch. A sports enthusiast, he enjoyed watching golf, tennis, football
and college basketball in addition to his beloved Cubbies!
A talented craftsman, Chuck was a
woodworker. He built custom whirlygigs, and a variety of birdhouses, including
martin and bluebirds houses. Mabel would compliment the nature creations with
her special painting and creative touches.
Survivors include: one daughter, Karen
Fleck and husband John of San Diego, Calif.; one son, Dennis Miller and wife
Teresa of Warsaw; five grandchildren, Paul Fleck and wife Teri, San Diego,
Calif., Melinda Lynn and husband Patrick of San Jose, Calif., Michelle Clifton
and husband Jeffrey, San Jose, Calif., David Miller of Miami, Fla., Darcy
Julian and husband Michael, Akron; and 13 great-grandchildren, Tiffany and
Tabitha Fleck, Jonathon, Joshua, Sarah, Benjamin, Katie and Rebekah Lynn,
Alexander and Elyse Clifton, Aaron, Brittney and Jeremy Julian. Numerous
cousins, nieces and nephews survive. Also preceding him in death were one
brother and three sisters. Charles will be missed. He leaves his family and
friends to cherish his memory.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Charles "Chuck" Miller will be at 1 p.m. Friday, at the Good Family
Funeral Home,
Dorothy L. Poundstone
July 23, 1919-April
28, 2008
Dorothy L. POUNDSTONE, age 88,
passed away on Monday, April 28, 2008.
Dorothy was born on July 23, 1919, in
Dorothy was preceded in death by her
husband Arthur Poundstone in 1971 and brother Lester Leman. She is survived by
several nieces and nephews.
Her funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Central time today, May 1, 2008, at Rees Funeral Home,
Friday,
May 2, 2008
Gerald W. Fish
Gerald W. FISH, 90, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
William M. Blackburn
April 4, 1919-May 1,
2008
William M. BLACKBURN, 89,
Born in
Mr. Blackburn was employed at the
Chrysler casting plant in
He is survived by his son and
daughter-in-law, Phillip and Sue Blackburn, Logansport; his daughter and
son-in-law, Beverly Sue "Susie" and John Musselman, Logansport; his
brother, Robert Blackburn, Wabash; his sister, Betty Clevenger, Warsaw; two
sisters-in-law, Tish Blackburn, Rochester, and Anne Blackburn, Indianapolis;
his grandchildren, Joanie Rans and her husband Jeff, Tammy Baumgardner and her
husband Gary, and Daniel Musselman, all of Logansport; great-grandchildren,
Mickayla, Matthew and Michael Rans, Tyler and Trever Baumgardner and Paxton
Musselman, all of Logansport; stepgrandchildren, Melinda Young and her husband
Kent, Hugh Gibson and his wife Cindy and Melissa Buck, all of Greentown;
stepgreat-grandchildren, Zachary, Trevor and Conner Young, Wryan, Caleb and
Braden Gibson and Dylan and Austin Buck, all of Greentown; and several nieces
and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Kenneth and John
Blackburn, and his sister, Elizabeth Ann "Sally" Zeller.
His funeral service will be at 4 p.m.
Sunday at Kroeger Funeral Home,
Evieanna Kinne
April 8, 1952-April
29, 2008
Evieanna "Wendy" KINNE, 56,
Wendy was born in
On March 17, 1995, in
A homemaker, she enjoyed fishing,
gardening and cooking. She liked to look at catalogs and spend time with her
family, especially her grandchildren.
Wendy is survived by John, her
husband, and by two daughters, Michelle (Hugh) Yoder,
Friends are invited to share memories
of Wendy with her family from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday at Johnson-Danielson
Funeral Home,
Saturday,
May 3, 2008
Nathan Lee Ameigh
Nathan Lee AMEIGH, 25, of Avon,
lived in Rochester for 18 years then moved to Denver, Colo., where he lived for
five years. He has lived in
He loved snow skiing, snowboarding,
water skiing and camping. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather,
Donald Stevens,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, May
5, 2008, at Flanner and
www.flannerbuchanan.com.
Monday,
May 5, 2008
Gerald W. Fish
Rev. Gerald W.
FISH, 90,
Survivors include his wife, Burnette
C. Fish,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at
John W. Frasa
John
W. FRASA, 49,
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.
Carol Kelly
Carol KELLY, 65, died
Friday at her
Survivors include her husband, Ed
Kelly; two daughters; and her father, Eugene Kelley of
A burial service in
Richard E. Landis
Richard E. LANDIS, 80,
Survivors include his wife, Joan E.
Landis, and their sons, Steve, Richard and Roger Landis.
Services were Saturday at
Tuesday,
May 6, 2008
Lois Hauser
Lois HAUSER, 87, formerly of
Arrangements are pending
at Good Family Funeral Home,
Firth A. Shelpman
Feb. 22, 1937-May 3,
2008
Firth A. SHELPMAN, 71, of
He was born near
He was married to Karla Naegele on
Nov. 26, 1971, and she survives.
Other survivors include one son, Fred
(Ann) Shelpman of Cross Plains, one daughter, Dawndalyn (Robert) St. Michel of
Mr. Shelpman was a 1956 graduate of
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in
Wednesday,
May 7, 2008
Lois Hauser
Dec. 3, 1920-May 5,
2008
Lois Ruth HAUSER, 87, of
Born in
On Jan. 3, 1942, she married Charles
Edward Hauser in
She retired from Controls of North
Manchester in 1985, after 25 years. She was a member of Akron Church of God,
the Goldenaires and the Order of Eastern Star of Akron.
She enjoyed her flower garden, crafts
and knitting projects. She especially liked to prepare Sunday dinner for her
family. She was a true fan of Krispie Kremes.
She is survived by a daughter, Susie
McGuire, Avon; five grandchildren, Lynelle Wittmaack and husband Rob, Jamie
Carter and husband Brian, Amy Tinney and husband James, Mark Leedy and Daryle
Leedy; four great-grandchildren, Jacob Wittmaack, Thayne, Taylor and Tristan
Tinney; and two brothers, Paul Miller and wife Nada, Jeffersonville, and Don
Miller and wife Patsy, Frostbite, Fla. She also was preceded in death by her
parents; a daughter, Betty Leedy, on March 3, 1996; and a son-in-law, Richard
Leedy.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
John W. Frasa
Dec. 15, 1958-May 5,
2008
Memorial services for John W. FRASA, 49, of
Suffolk, Va., formerly of Kewanna, will be at Harrison-Metzger & Rans
Funeral Homes, Kewanna Chapel, Friday at 10 a.m.
He died at 2 a.m. Monday at
Born Dec. 15, 1958, in
He was a 1977
John was a former truck driver and
airline mechanic and most recently owned and operated a Thomas Kinkaid art and
John Deere toy store in
He is survived by his mother, Dorothy
J. Frasa of Kewanna; four sisters, Nancy L. Carlson and husband Timothy, Teresa
A. Sailors and husband Jon, Susan L. Hilton and husband Edward and Bonnie J.
Frasa, all of Kewanna; a brother, Jerry L. Frasa and wife Jessica of Winamac;
and an aunt, Lois Ulerick of Rochester. He is also survived by several nieces
and nephews. John was preceded in death by his father, Norman J. Frasa Sr., and
brother Norman J. Frasa Jr.
Father Bert Woolson will officiate at
the services. Burial will be in
Online condolences may be made to the
Frasa family at www.harrisonmetzger.com.
Thursday,
May 8, 2008
Shirley Ann Knezevich
Shirley Ann KNEZEVICH, 72, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
John P. Plante Jr.
John P. PLANTE Jr., 76, of
Survivors include his wife, Joyce E.
Plante, Culver, and a son, Wayne Michael Plante,
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Tuesday at Culver Academies Memorial Chapel with visitation from 2 p.m. to 8
p.m. Monday at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver.
Robert Riewoldt
Robert R. RIEWOLDT, 77, of 2696
N. Old
Survivors include two daughters,
Melissa Hulvey, Texas City, Texas, and Beverly K. Reynolds, Logansport; five
sons, James Matthew Riewoldt, Etna Green, Robert C. Riewoldt, Warsaw, Patric T.
Riewoldt, Bourbon, Jon Riewoldt, Warsaw, and David L. Ginther, Rochester; and a
sister, Judy, Greencastle.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday
at Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday,
May 9, 2008
Shirley Ann Knezevich
Shirley Ann KNEZEVICH, 72, of
Survivors include a son, Michael
Knezevich Jr., Argos; two daughters, Sherry Strahla and Mary Marjorie
Knezevich-Kimsey, both of Argos; two brothers, James Moriarty, Argos, and Terry
Moriarty, Plymouth; and two sisters, Marilyn Smiley and Linda Fuller of
Wakarusa.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at
Robert R. Riewoldt
Feb. 15, 1931-May 7,
2008
Robert R. RIEWOLDT, 77, of 2696
N. Old
He was born in
He first married Beverly Jane Witham
on Nov. 5, 1953, in
Robert was a tool and die maker for
Midwest Spring, Mentone. He retired in 1996.
A woodworking craftsman, Robert was
delighted to create custom gifts for family and special friends. These
beautiful presents included lamps, cabinets, rocking horses, wind mills and
birdhouses, which were among his most appreciated. He also built model vintage
airplanes from balsa wood, ships and carved miniature statues including a
miniature-scale model of himself.
An avid walker, Robert strode along
the Woodlawn trail with his loving wife, Barbara, or his wonderful canine companion,
"Happy" the Walker Hound. Whenever Robert exclaimed, "Let's take
a drive in the buggy," his family headed for the car. He will always be
remembered for his spicy vernacular and superb sense of humor.
Prior to Barb's passing on Oct. 27,
2006, she and Robert were like two peas in a pod, inseparable - friends and
family rarely saw one without the other. A prominent dessert connoisseur, his
favorite delectable delights were peanut butter pie and fudgecicles. He was
noted as a meticulous record keeper and authored his personal tool and die
reference guide.
Bringing Robert great satisfaction was
helping others. Many times he would complete residential wiring for friends. An
avid NASCAR fan, he cheered for Dale Earnhardt Jr. Television provided an
enjoyable pastime - there wasn't a week without watching "Law &
Order."
Survivors include two daughters,
Melissa Hulvey, Texas City, Texas, and Beverly K. Reynolds and husband Jerry,
Logansport; five sons, James Matthew Riewoldt and wife Janet of Etna Green,
Robert C. Riewoldt, Warsaw, Patric T. Riewoldt and wife Lisa, Bourbon, Jon
Riewoldt, Warsaw, and David L. Ginther and wife Cathy, Rochester; 17
grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a sister, Judy Bunch and husband Herb,
Greencastle; and his canine companion, Happy. He was also preceded in death by
his parents and an infant grandson, James Riewoldt.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Robert R. Riewoldt will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Sara Thomas
Sara
THOMAS, 73, of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Kathleen S. Walsh
Kathleen S. WALSH, 92, died
Tuesday, May 6, 2008. She was a resident of
Born in Grass Creek, she graduated
from St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing in 1936. She worked at General
Electric before becoming an office nurse for Dr. Joseph Baltes.
She was a member of Allen County Board
of Public Welfare from 1963 until 1985, an original member of St. John the
Baptist Catholic Church and later attended
She is survived by nephews, James
Walsh of
Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at
Saturday,
May 10, 2008
Sara Louise Thomas
January 9, 1935 - May
8, 2008
Sara Louise THOMAS, 73, of
She was born in
For nearly two decades she is
remembered by many locals as a shoe saleslady working with three families who
owned one of Main Street's shoe stores - the Truitt's, Stephenson's and the
Lahman's. She also worked in clothing stores. Sara was a member of the First
Baptist Church of Rochester and collected guardian angels.
Blossoming later in life, Sara
discovered an artistic talent she revealed to family and close friends. It was
the beautiful landscapes she painted with acrylics as the medium of expression.
Her technique was self-taught by reading books authored by the renowned Bob
Ross. This art form also served as therapy for her as she recovered from
Guillain-Barre syndrome.
Survivors include two daughters, Lisa
M. Butt and husband Alan, Edwardsburg, Mich., and Brenda S. Urbin and husband
Larry, Kewanna; two sons, Bradley Thomas and wife Lori, Rochester, and Chad M.
Thomas and wife Cheri, Rochester; seven grandchildren, Kyle Butt and wife
Carrie, James Clark, Heather Clark and fiance, Josh Overmyer, Morgan, Mallory,
Madison and Ava Thomas; three great-granddaughters, Alayna and Larissa Overmyer
and Kylie Butt. Several nieces & nephews also survive.
She was preceded in death by her
parents and husband; a sister, Wanda Wireman; and three brothers, Reed, James
and Neil Finger.
A celebration of the life of Sara
Louise Thomas will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday at the Good Family Funeral
Home,
Monday,
May 12, 2008
M. Madeline Myers Bryant
Jan.
23, 1922-May 11, 2008
Margaret Madeline Myers BRYANT, 86,
She was born on Jan. 23, 1922, in
Mrs. Bryant retired from Delco
Electronics in
Survivors include her daughter,
Patricia (Pier) and husband Paul Grube, Rochester; grandsons, Jeff Grube,
Rochester, Gary Grube, Rochester, and Shawn and wife Brooke Grube, West
Lafayette; great-grandchildren, Brad Grube and Ashlin Grube of Rochester,
Sophie Grube, Kelsey Grube and Ian Grube, all of West Lafayette; sister-in-law,
Marquitta McLochlin; and lots of cool cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and
brother, Eldon “Pat” McLochlin.
Her funeral service will take place at
10 a.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Harold D. Clemans
Harold D. CLEMANS, 86,
formerly of Rochester, died at 2:30 p.m. Friday at his residence,
Arrangements
are pending at Good Family Funeral Home,
Jerry D. Maple
Dec. 1, 1954-April
28, 2008
Jerry D. MAPLE, 53, of 10850
East Indiana 14, Akron, died at 9:40 p.m. Monday, April 28, at
Born in
He was a truck driver.
Survivors also include two sons, Jerry
Maple Jr., Rochester, and Travis Michael and wife Danielle Maple, Fort Wayne; a
stepson, James Edward and wife Lorraine Dotson, El Paso, Texas; a stepdaughter,
Jennifer and husband Eric Murphy, Akron; two brothers, Jay and wife Nancy
Maple, Pleasant Prairie, Wis., and Jeff Maple, Rochester; and seven
grandchildren.
His funeral service will be at 11:30
a.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
May 13, 2008
Helen Holloway
Helen HOLLOWAY,
79, of
Survivors include her husband, Ronald
Holloway,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at
Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home,
Stephen J. Shedlock
Dec. 20, 1923-May 11,
2008
Stephen J. SHEDLOCK, age 84,
Born in
Mr. Shedlock was the proprietor of S
& J Dry Cleaners in
A United States Army Air Corps veteran
of World War II, Steve and his twin brother, Paul, entered and were discharged
from the service together. Serving with the 8th Air Force, Steve flew the
missions that dropped the 101st Paratroopers at
Steve was a member of the Veterans of
Foreign Wars Post 3790, where he was past commander. He was also past commander
at Post 1343,
Steve also belonged to the American
Legion Post 60,
In addition to his wife, Margaret
Shedlock, Logansport, he is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Mickey
D. and Jan Shedlock, Alvin, Texas, and Rickey and Carol Shedlock, Rock Island,
Tenn.; stepdaughters, Peggy Morter and her husband Robert, Mishawaka, Rita
Clayton and her husband Dave, Logansport, and Judith Loy and her husband Lee,
Kewanna; stepsons, Mark Neal and his wife, Sheila, Muscatine, Iowa, and James
Neal, Bristol; six grandchildren, Michelle Heuck, Winamac, Steve Shedlock,
Ohio, Doug Shedlock, Friendswood, Texas, and Ricky, Melissa and Edwina Shedlock,
Rock Island, Tenn.; and numerous great-grandchildren and
stepgreat-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Bonnie K.
Kennedy; his twin brother, Paul Shedlock; and his half brother, Ed Shedlock.
A mass of Christian burial will be at
10 a.m. Thursday at All Saints Catholic Church,
Wednesday,
May 14, 2008
Harold D. Clemans
Harold D. CLEMANS, 86, of 9846
Daisy Ave.,
Survivors include a daughter, Debbie
Carbia,
A graveside service will be at 10 a.m.
Friday at
Rosanna Ross Iler
Feb. 9, 1930-May 10,
2008
Rosanna Ross ILER went to be with her Lord on Saturday.
She was born on February 9, 1930, to
Donald and Reva Ross in
She is survived by her three children,
Patricia A. Iler of Indianapolis, Carol Lynne Keen (Mike) of Carmel, and David
Ross Iler (Teri) of Columbus; her four grandchildren, Christian Keen, Bethany
Keen, Ben Iler and Todd Iler; and her two brothers, Richard Perry Ross (Nancy)
of Knoxville, Tenn., and John Ross (Darlene) of Indianapolis; and many nieces,
nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.
She graduated from
She worked at the Indiana State
Medical Association and for the Indiana State Medical Alliance from the
mid-1960s until her retirement in 1999.
She was active in many church and
civic activities. She became a member of Hope Church, of the Christian &
Missionary Alliance, in 1977 where she served in various capacities with
children and later in the Prime Time ministry. She served as president of the
Crooked Creek Condo Association and as a workshop leader for The Brown County
Women's Retreat.
Visitation was from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday at Hope Church,
Dennis R. Mishler
Dennis
R. MISHLER, 75, of rural
Culver, died Tuesday at his residence.
Arrangements are pending at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver.
Thursday,
May 15, 2008
Dennis R. Mishler
Dennis R. MISHLER, 75, of 7457
W. 775 North, Culver, died Tuesday in Culver.
Survivors include two sons, Jeffery
Mishler, Avon, and Kurt Mishler, Culver; a daughter, Dawn Mann,
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday
at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, with visitation from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday at the funeral home.
Friday,
May 16, 2008
Steven Lee Hooper
Aug. 18, 1953-May 14,
2008
Steven Lee HOOPER, 54, of
Mr. Hooper was born on Aug. 18, 1953,
in
He had been a licensed minister and
paralegal. He was a member of the
Survivors include his wife, Jennifer
L. Hooper,
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at
Saturday,
May 17, 2008
Robert W. Case
Robert
W. CASE, 80, Delong,
died Wednesday in Delong.
Survivors include two daughters, Mary
McNerlin,
Services will be at 7 p.m. Monday at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, with visitation from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday.
Nicholas Cory
Nicholas
CORY of Hazard,
Monday
May 19, 2008
Emma Mae Dawalt
Jan. 10, 1921-May 18,
2008
Emma Mae DAWALT, 87, of
Born in
On Nov. 21, 1940, she and William
married at her parents' home. They were dairy farmers in
In 1979, she and her husband, Bill,
retired from the farm and moved to
She was a devoted wife, mother and
grandmother. Her caring, loving spirit and beautiful smile will always be
remembered by all who were blessed to have been part of her life.
In addition to her husband, she is
survived by a son, David and wife Renee Dawalt, Twelve Mile; two daughters,
Grace and husband Kenny Richardson, Macy, and Patty and husband Chris McGuire,
Mexico; eight grandchildren, Stacey and Tony Dawalt, Mindee (Richardson)
Turner, Wendy (Richardson) VanHorn, Rachel (Merrix) Kunkle, Chris McGuire, Jon
and Mark Merrix; 13 great-grandchildren and another expected in June; and eight
great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two
brothers, Ambrose DeHaven and Oliver DeHaven; and a sister, Ruth (DeHaven)
Powell.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at
Nicholas David Cory
June 19, 1987-May 15,
2008
Nicholas David CORY, 20, of
Born in
Nicholas graduated from
A member of the Eastern Kentucky
University ROTC, he served in the National Guard Unit. He achieved the rank of
Staff Sergeant. His other memberships include the Mother of Good Counsel
Catholic Church and the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity.
In addition to his parents, he is
survived by a sister, Ensign Tina Cory, Norfolk Naval Base, Norfolk, Va.; two
brothers, 2nd Lt. Kevin Cory, U.S. Army, Fort Drum, New York, and Christopher
Cory, at home; his maternal grandmother, Betty Strong, Rochester; his paternal
grandfather, James Cory, Bristol; aunts, Elizabeth Dermody and husband Bill,
Zion, Ill., Lisa Blocker and husband Brent, Argos, and Kathleen Cory Whitmyer
and husband Robert, Duluth, Minn.; an uncle, Shaun Cory and wife Terrie,
Phoenix, Ariz.; and special cousins, Katie Dermody Shea and Bill Dermody,
Sydney Whitmyer, Kellie Whitmyer and Stephanie Whitmyer, and Kirby Cory and
Erin Cory. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Clair E. Strong, in
2006, and his grandmother, Donna Cory, in 2003.
A celebration of the life of Nicholas
David Cory will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Bradley Eugene Hickle
Bradley Eugene
HICKLE, 49, Kewanna,
died Sunday at his residence.
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.
Christopher Allan
'Skip' Shambarger
Christopher
Allan "Skip" SHAMBARGER, 38, of 13328
N. 700 East, Roann, died Sunday at his residence.
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
May 20, 2008
Robert P. Broda
Robert
"Bob" P. BRODA, age 66,
Kewanna, died Saturday at his
Survivors include his wife, Carol
Broda of Kewanna; daughters, Michelle Kane of
Services will be at 11 a.m. Central
time Thursday at Burns Funeral Home, Hobart, with visitation from 2 p.m. to 8
p.m. Central time Wednesday.
Bradley Eugene Hickle
Sept. 9, 1958-May 18,
2008
Bradley Eugene HICKLE, 49, Kewanna,
passed away Sunday at his residence after a several-months-long battle with
cancer.
Born on Sept. 9, 1958, in
He co-owned and operated Kewanna
Screen Printing and was an avid NASCAR fan and railroad enthusiast.
Survivors include his parents, Howard
E. and Carol J. Hickle of Kewanna; a sister, Christine K. Fehrer and husband,
Wayne of LaConner,
Memorial services are planned for a
later date with burial at
Wednesday,
May 21, 2008
Christopher Allan
'Skip' Shambarger
Nov. 26, 1969-May 18,
2008
Christopher Allan "Skip" SHAMBARGER, 38, of 13328
N. 700 East, Roann, died at 4:40 p.m. Sunday at home.
Born in
Skip lived in the
On Feb. 12, 1999, in
He worked in construction as a
supervisor in the
A U.S. Marine veteran, he served in
Operation Just Cause in
In addition to his wife, Carmen
Shambarger, he is survived by a daughter, Jesilyn R. Shambarger, age 15, at
home; a son, Christian S. Shambarger, age 1, at home; his mother and
stepfather, Carol and Marvin Bahney, Akron; five sisters, Kelly Lebo and
husband Gary, Middletown, Ohio, Lela Nash and husband Gordon, Warsaw, Lory
Newhouse and husband Barry, Fort Wayne, Jill Pugh and husband Kevin, Rochester,
and Jana Green and husband Mike, North Carolina; four brothers, Chuck L. Shambarger
and wife Robin, Jackson, N.J., Randy L. Shambarger and wife Vita, Rochester, Ty
Bahney, Rochester, and Martin Bahney, Warsaw; and several aunts, uncles and
cousins. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents; his stepmother,
Marjorie Shambarger, in 2005; and his best friend and cousin, Rodney
Shambarger, in 2005.
His funeral service will be at 7 p.m.
Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Thursday,
May 22, 2008
Deborah L. Grimes
Deborah L. GRIMES, 40, Twelve
Mile, died Monday at
Survivors include her mother, Loretta
Grimes, Culver; her husband, Ernie Gates, Twelve Mile; four sisters, Christine
Foster, Rochester, Bobbi Jo Grover, Culver, Donna Woodward, Culver, and Rachael
Tibbs, Bristol, Conn.; a brother, Rudy Grimes, Lapaz; a stepdaughter, Melissa
Pickett, Fort Riley, Kansas; and a stepson, Aaron Gates, Twelve Mile.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday
at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, with visitation from 10 a.m. until the
service.
Friday,
May 23, 2008
No Obituaries
Saturday,
May 24, 2008
Arlene R. Greer
Oct. 17, 1916-May 18,
2008
Arlene R. GREER, age 91, of
Arlene was born on Oct. 17, 1916, in
Virgil passed away on Dec. 25, 1997.
Arlene moved to
Arlene is survived by her daughters,
Rosalie Lowe of
Her funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Tuesday at the Van Gilder Funeral Home,
Feb. 26, 1954-May 23,
2008
Stanley R. BALMER, 54, of 10275
Born in
On Aug. 27, 1977, he married Jean
Smith in
He was employed in the warehouse
department of Embarq Logistics,
He coached basketball for 17 years at
He was a member of
In addition to his wife, Jean Balmer,
Macy, he is survived by a daughter, Debra and husband Samuel Cole, Wheatfield;
a son, David Balmer and fiancee Holly Oldham, Peru; his parents, William and
Alice Balmer, Rochester; two granddaughters, Allison and Hayleigh Cole; a
brother, Wayne and wife Merlinda Balmer, Roann; and two sisters, Jeannie and
husband Jim Smith, Rochester, and Janet and husband John Lipps, London, Ky.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Tuesday at
Edward Pritchett
Edward PRITCHETT,
82, formerly of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Allen E. Zentz
Allen E. ZENTZ, 58, of 17316
Tomahawk Trail,
Survivors include his wife, Patricia
Zentz, Plymouth; daughters, Amber Zentz, Plymouth, and Anna Zentz, Lafayette;
sons, Andrew Zentz, Fort Wayne, Adam Zentz, Plymouth, Jeffery Clifton, South
Bend, and Ronald Clifton, Plymouth; and brothers, Ted Zentz, Plymouth, Roger B.
Zentz, Argos, and Dean Zentz, Warsaw.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at
Monday,
May 26, 2008
No Paper-Holiday
Tuesday,
May 27, 2008
Frank Kats
Frank
KATS, 52,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
William D. Jagger
Oct. 15, 1921 - May
25, 2008
William D. JAGGER, 86,
Born in
On Aug. 15, 1942, he married Evelyn L.
Kline, and she survives.
He was a U.S. Marine who served during
WWII in the Pacific Theater. He suffered injury during the battle of
He farmed with his father for a short
while, was a house-painter and U.S. Postal clerk. In 1966 he and Evelyn
purchased Summe Hardware in
He was a member of the American
Legion,
Bill loved his Lord, adored his
"Evey" and treasured his children and grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, Evelyn
Jagger, he is survived by two sons, Larry W. and wife Faye Jagger, Winona Lake,
and Dr. Michael J. Jagger, Mishawaka; a daughter, Gaylo (Mrs. David) Goss,
Rochester; a sister, Thelma (Mrs. Jack) Butler, Laketon; 10 grandchildren and
21 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his
parents, Fred E. and Ethel M. (Gipe) Jagger; two sisters; and a son, Phillip E.
Jagger who died in 1970.
His funeral service will be held at
10:30 a.m., Thursday at
Memorials may be made to Kosciusko
Home Care and Hospice Inc.,
Condolences may be e-mailed to
delaughtermckee.com.
Mr.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara J.
Wilson,
Services will be held at 2 p.m.
Thursday at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester, with visitation from 4
p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to his service.
Elsie Klobucher
Oct. 25, 1915 - May
25, 2008
Elsie KLOBUCHER,
92,
She was born on Oct. 25, 1915 in
Mrs. Klobucher had been a homemaker, a
member of the
Survivors include her granddaughter,
Kristin and husband Paul Carpenter, Rochester; three great-grandchildren, Alex
Carpenter, Lukas Carpenter, Lindsay Carpenter, all of Rochester;
daughter-in-law, Judy Klobucher, Rochester; four sisters, Linda Fenske,
Engadine, Mich., Alvina Elsner, Newberry, Mich., Wanda Kovar, Engadine, Mich.,
Hazel Toenneson, Manistique, Mich.; and a sister-in-law, Freida Rosenthal,
Newberry, Mich.
She was preceded in death by her son,
Ivan Klobucher, on March 21, 2008 and two brothers, William Rosenthal and
Arthur Rosenthal.
Graveside services will be conducted
at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at
Memorial contributions may be made to
Hope Hospice of
Arrangements are being made by
Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
May 28, 2008
Frank Kats
Frank
KATS, 52,
Survivors include two daughters,
Tiffany Marie Kats and Frankie Lee Kats of
Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Edward C. Pritchett
Edward
C. PRITCHETT, 82,
Survivors include a daughter, Patricia
Mangan,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Garland 'Skeeter'
Dean Wilson
Sept. 8, 1926-May 25,
2008
Mr. Garland "Skeeter" Dean WILSON, 81,
surrounded by his loving family, went to be with our Lord at 3:15 p.m. Sunday.
He passed away at his residence in
Born in
On July 1, 1951, he married Barbara J.
Pfledderer at the
As a young man, Skeeter assisted his
Dad with the family farming operations in rural
A fisherman, Skeeter enjoyed fishing
for bluegill and bass. He especially enjoyed fishing at the Collins Gravel Pit.
An accomplished multi-tasker, he could be seen sitting in his boat using his
casting rod with twin cane poles flanking each side of his boat. Sometimes he
chose to fly-fish instead of cast. When the fish weren't biting, Skeeter
relaxed by hunting pheasant and quail or trapping muskrat.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara
Wilson, at home; three daughters, Laura Ann Conley and husband Dennis,
Rochester, Rhonda Lu West and husband Larry, Traverse City, Mich., and Rebecca
Marie Elliott, Rochester; two sons, Jeffery Dean Wilson and wife Glendon,
Rochester, and Kenneth Alan Wilson, Warsaw; grandchildren, Brandon Conley and
wife Brook, Gretchen Lahrman and husband Brian, Dustin Conley and wife Heidi,
Adrienne Spangle and husband Drew, Stacy Zmikly and husband Joe, Clarissa
Elliott, Whitley Elliott, Emily Elliott, Amy Widman and husband Ray, Adam
Wilson and wife Nina, Aaron Wilson and wife Stephanie, Weston Wilson and wife
Cassie, Alan Wilson and fiancée Danielle, and Andrew Wilson;
great-grandchildren, Adrienne Kamp, Madelyn and Stella Conley, Nolan, Gavin and
Maddox Lahrman, Brylee Elliott, Breidon VanDerwall, Audrey Widman, Skyla and
Caleb Wilson; a brother-in-law, Bill Barden, Anderson; and sisters-in-law,
Bonnie Wilson, Fort Wayne, and Ruth Wilson, South Bend. He was preceded in
death by his parents; four brothers, Charles, Harold, Allen and Wallace; four
sisters, Mabel Daly and Lucille Barden and two in infancy; and a grandson, Vern
Travis West in 1992.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Garland D. "Skeeter"
Thursday,
May 29, 2008
Florence DICK, 92, of
Arrangements are pending
at Good Family Funeral Home,
Howard E. Hickle
Howard E. HICKLE, 75, Kewanna, died at 11:06 a.m. Wednesday at
Arrangements are pending
at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.
Frank Kats
Sept. 16, 1955-May
26, 2008
Frank KATS,
52, of
Born in
A farmer, Frank enjoyed the livestock
he oversaw, especially his horses, hogs, Black Angus and
Frank was a family man who loved his
children. A kid at heart, Frank looked forward to visits with his
grandchildren. All attention was on them when they visited. He was delighted to
play games and allowed them to help him wash dishes.
Frank will be remembered as a
charming, laid-back and quiet man. He was loving, loyal and compassionate to
his family and friends - willing to give even the shirt off his back. He leaves
his friends and family to cherish his memory.
He is survived by two daughters,
Tiffany Marie Kats and Frankie Lee Kats of Rochester; a son, Frank Jason Kats,
Hartford, Alaska; a stepson, Dustin Wayne Hecht, Rochester; three
grandchildren, Caleb Michael Kats, Dylan Matthew Kats and Nachelle Marie
Gentry; his mother, Eva Boudreau and husband Francis, Hammond; two brothers,
Richard C. Kats and fiancee Tracy Marcum, Rochester, and Michael F. Boudreau
and wife Edie, Hebron; a stepbrother, Monty Kelley, Lucerne; a stepsister,
Regina Kelley, Logansport; his stepmother, Geneva Kats, Lucerne; and several
nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, John Kats,
in 2001, and his brother, John, in 1986.
A celebration of the life of Mr. Frank
Kats will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Raymond L. Macy
April 23, 1936-May 27, 2008
Raymond L. MACY, age 72, of
Raymond was born on April
23, 1936, in
Ray was a retired carpenter
of Local Union No. 1029 after 21 years of service. He proudly served his country in the United
States Navy. Raymond and Jo Ann Webb were united in marriage on Aug. 2, 1963,
in
Ray is survived by his
loving wife, Jo Ann Macy; their daughters, Kimberlee R. Macy of
Funeral services will be
Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at Van Gilder Funeral Home, with the Rev. Charles Krieg
officiating. Burial will be in
Paul R. Neff
Paul R. NEFF, 57.
Arrangements are pending
at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Edward C. Pritchett
March 27, 1926-May
23, 2008
Edward C. PRITCHETT, 82,
Longview, Texas, formerly of Rochester, died at 12:34 p.m. Central time Friday
at
Ed was born in East Prairie,
On June 9, 1951, in
Life in the country beckoned Ed and
Helen and family as they bought land and settled in
Affectionately known to his best
friends as "Mr. Ed," he and Helen would entertain friends and
neighbors on the wraparound front porch chatting for hours into the dark of
night. Ed looked forward to his Saturday trips to the Rochester Sale Barn,
where he watched the sale and visited with all of his buddies. Ed was delighted
to take his family camping on vacations from coast to coast. It was these times
that nature embraced them and adventures were greatly enjoyed and remembered.
In 1993, Ed sold the family farm and
traveled around the southwest in his 5th wheel. He spent some time in
Ed was a member of the
He is survived by a daughter, Patricia
Mangan, Lewisville, N.C.; two sons, Michael E. Pritchett, Plymouth, and John K.
Pritchett, Rochester; two grandchildren, Ryan Mangan, Winston-Salem, N.C., and
Ashley Pritchett, Plymouth; two sisters, Nadine Hilty, Hammond, and Melva
Szyblewski, Calumet City, Ill.; and nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in
death by an infant son, Gregory, and a brother, Carl Pritchett.
A celebration of the life of Edward C.
"Mr. Ed" Pritchett will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Good Family
Funeral Home,
Friday,
May 30, 2008
May 20, 1916-May 28,
2008
Florence Evelyn DICK, 92, of
Born in Claypool, she was the daughter
of Percy and Ruth Gill Ring. She graduated from
On March 23, 1940, she married Roy
"Sid" Dick in
She worked in supervision at Hart
Schaffner & Marx until retiring at age 65. She was a member of
She enjoyed sewing clothing and doing
craft work including placemats and napkins.
Survivors include a son, James Dick, Omaha,
Neb.; a grandson, Jeremy Dick and wife Jennifer, Omaha, Neb.; a
great-granddaughter, Kennedy Suzanne Dick, Omaha, Neb.; a brother, Jack Ring
and wife Lucille, Buchanan, Mich.; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in
death by her parents, husband, three sisters and a brother.
A graveside service will be at 1 p.m.
Saturday at
Howard E. Hickle
March 1, 1933-May 28, 2008
Howard E. HICKLE, 75, Kewanna, passed away at 11:06 a.m. Wednesday
at
Born on March 1, 1933, in
Kewanna, he was the son of George A. and Eva M. (White) Hickle. They preceded him in death. On Oct. 8, 1954, he married Carol J. Hyatt,
and she survives.
He was a 1951
Howard retired from NIPSCO
in 1992 after 33 years.
Survivors include his
wife, Carol J. Hickle, Kewanna; one daughter, Christine K. Fehrer and husband
Wayne of
Memorial Services for
Howard and his son, Brad, will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes, Kewanna Chapel, with Pastor Steven
McPeek officiating. Burial will follow
in the
Charles 'Skip'
Jameson
Charles
"Skip" JAMESON, 48,
Arrangements are pending at Good Family
Funeral Home,
Raymond L. Macy
April 23, 1936-May
27, 2008
Raymond L. MACY, age 72, of
Raymond was born on April 23, 1936, in
Ray was a union carpenter for 21
years. He was a business representative for the Indiana District Council of
Carpenters and Millwrights for 21 years until retirement. He proudly served his
country in the United States Navy. Raymond and Jo Ann Webb were united in
marriage on Aug. 2, 1963, in
Ray is survived by his loving wife, Jo
Ann Macy; their daughters, Kimberlee R. Macy of
Funeral services will be Saturday at
3:30 p.m. at Van Gilder Funeral Home, with the Rev. Charles Krieg officiating.
Burial will be in
Paul R. Neff
June 30, 1950-May 28,
2008
Paul R. NEFF, 57,
He was born on June 30, 1950, in
Mr. Neff was employed by Kauffman
Engineering in
Survivors include his former wife,
Debbie L. (Douglass) Neff, Logansport; daughters, Christy and husband Adam
Venters, Logansport, and Tami and husband David Hart, Logansport; son, David
and wife Deana Neff, Lafayette; grandchildren, Braden Neff, Logansport, Mikayla
Hart, Logansport, Miranda Hart, Logansport, Preston Schlick, Logansport, Ella
Neff, Lafayette; brothers, William and wife Tere Neff, Broken Arrow, Okla., Dan
and wife Susie Neff, Indianapolis, Joseph and wife Marsha Neff, Macy; sister,
Marilyn McWhorter, Somerset; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in
death by his parents.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m.
Sunday at the House of Faith Church, County Road 400 West and U.S. 31,
Joe Ray Stetson
Joe Ray STETSON, age 77,
Springfield, Ky., formerly of
He was a retired plant comptroller for
Armour Company and a Kentucky Colonel.
Preceding him in death were his
parents, Joia Ray and May Cleo Fugate Stetson, and a son, Joe Ray Stetson.
He is survived by his wife, Ruby
Robeson Stetson; a son, David (Linda) Stetson of Lexington, Ky.; a daughter,
Mary Biggers of
Funeral services were at 7 p.m.
Thursday at the Carey & Son Funeral Home in
Stella Mae
Stoneburner
Stella Mae STONEBURNER, 86,
Survivors include two daughters,
Babette Overman,
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m.
Saturday at Mishler Funeral Home,
Saturday,
May 31, 2008
Charles 'Skip'
Jameson
Sept. 3, 1959-May 29,
2008
Charles "Skip" JAMESON, 48, of
Born in
Skip was a proud Viking, graduating
from
Skip adored his children - he
continued his love for sports as the kids' No. 1 fan, always cheering them on
at softball and baseball games and tennis matches.
An armchair quarterback, Skip enjoyed
watching the Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Vikings. He loved Indy car racing -
especially May and the
May also brought the opportunity to
hunt mushrooms. Skip managed to find several pounds of the gray morels.
Each summer brought the annual family
fishing expedition to Wildview Lodge at Little Island, Minn. Skip looked
forward to relaxing on the lake with Trent and Chelsea. Armed with his favorite
casting rod, he caught the limit of blue gill and bass.
A true gentleman, Skip never met a
stranger. He leaves behind his family and friends to cherish his memory.
He is survived by a daughter, Chelsea
Louise Jameson,
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Charles "Skip" Jameson will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Good Family Funeral
Home,
Stella Mae
Stoneburner
Stella Mae STONEBURNER, 86,
Born in Culver, she was the daughter
of Harry Thomas and Nezzie Goldie (Fall) Swartz Haag. She graduated from
On March 29, 1946, she married Rollo
Merrill Stoneburner. He preceded her in death on Aug. 18, 1965.
She was a homemaker and retired from
Meister's Drug. She enjoyed Bunco, gardening, crafts and her family.
Survivors include two daughters,
Babette (J. Kirby) Overman, Occoquan, Va., and Barbara (Richard) Van Duyne,
Rochester; a son, Jay (Traci) Stoneburner, Bremen; four grandchildren, Amy Van
Duyne of Ashland, Ohio, Tony (Jillian) Van Duyne of Ashland, Ohio, Jay Kirby
Overman of Occoquan, Va., and Jaymi Stoneburner of Bremen. She was also
preceded in death by her parents.
Her funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
today at Mishler Funeral Home,
Monday,
June 2, 2008
Carolyn Hall
Carolyn HALL,
52, of 588 W. 375 North,
She is survived by her husband, Ronald
Lee Hall, Rochester, five sons; Ralph King, Portsmith, Ohio, Stephen King,
Radcliff, Ky., Joey Culley, Rochester, Joshua Hall, Roann and Brandon Hall, Elkhart;
one sister, Debbie Skaggs, Graceland, Ky.; and three brothers, Albert
"Peachy" Conley, Rochester, Ed Conley, Graceland, Ky., and Joe
Conley, Owensboro, Ky.
A celebration of her life will be held
at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home.
Bonnie Lou Noftsger
April 17, 1952 - May
31, 2008
Bonnie Lou NOFTSGER, 56, of 210
E. South St.,
Born in
She had been employed at the Lear
Corporation,
She is survived by one son, Jacob
Allen Noftsger, Argos; one grandson, Noah Alexander Noftsger, Rochester; her
parents Francis and Lois Day, Culver; one sister, Linda Odell and husband Sandy
of Las Vegas, Nev.; two brothers, Dean Day and Patricia Wright, Stillwater
Minn.; Dale Day and wife Shellie, Plymouth; and seven step-children. Several
cousins, nieces and nephews also survive.
Her funeral service will be held at 11
a.m. Tuesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Ima Taylor
Nov. 19, 1910 - May
31, 2008
Ima TAYLOR,
97, of Miller's Merry Manor,
She was born in
Ima was a homemaker, where she was
known to be an excellent cook. She also was well known for being a caretaker of
the elderly. She never married. She was a member of the Mentone Church of
Christ. She had looked after the elderly people for years and years and also
looked after the community children. She loved and enjoyed flowers, sewing,
reading and cooking.
She is survived by one niece, Dora and
husband Noble Mentzel, Tippecanoe; her special friends Linda and Bill Cochran,
Mentone; two granddaughters Leisa and husband Mike Norman, Akron, and Laura and
husband Jeff Felzien, Vienna, Ohio; and two great-granddaughters, Jennifer and
Krista. She was preceded by two sisters, Ila Elkins and her infant sister,
Mabel; and three brothers, Elva, Verl and Delford Taylor.
Ima's funeral service will be held at
10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Mentone Church of Christ, North Broadway, Mentone,
with Brothers Billy Steele and Keith Besson officiating. Friends may call from
6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be at
Memorials can be made to the Mentone
EMS or the Mentone Church of Christ. Online condolences may be sent to
www.hartzlerfuneralservice.com.
Tuesday,
June 3, 2008
Mary Ann Hackett
Mary Ann HACKETT, 78,
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Carolyn Hall
Visitation
for Carolyn HALL,
52, 588 W. 375 North,
Frances Kathryn Hite
April 29,
1924-May 31, 2008
Frances Kathryn HITE, 84, died
Saturday at Heartland Healthcare Services of Greenville in
Born in
She married Everett A. Hite Sr., on
April 12, 1941, in
She was a nurse's aide and attended
Survivors include two sons, Everett A.
(Lisa) Hite Jr.,
Her funeral service will be at noon
Wednesday at Titus Funeral Home,
Hugh Potthoff
Sept. 23, 1942-June
1, 2008
Hugh POTTHOFF,
65, of
Hugh was born on Sept. 23, 1942, to
the late Robert Sr. and Elizabeth (Underhill) Potthoff. He was one of seven
children in the Potthoff household.
On Aug. 2, 1965, Hugh wed the love of
his life, Judy (Payne) Potthoff at a ceremony in
He was preceded in death by his
parents; children, Francis and James Potthoff; and siblings, Bob and Bill Potthoff.
Hugh is survived by his wife, Judy;
sons, Joseph (Shawn) Potthoff of Niles and Zane Rollf of
A memorial service will be Thursday at
Mission Hills Memorial Chapel at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made in
Hugh's memory to Hospice at Home Inc.,
Frank C. Richter
Dec. 21, 1928-June 2, 2008
Frank C. RICHTER, 79, (
Born in
On May 3, 1952, he married Rita C.
Dietz in Deer Creek. She preceded him in death on Dec. 27, 1998.
He was a retired farmer and an Army
veteran. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1343, American
Legion Post 36, Moose Lodge No. 1107 and Eagles No. 852. He attended
Survivors include a son, Curt A.
Richter and wife Sue, Fulton; two daughters, Cindy Rentschler and husband Hank,
Fulton, and Mindy Willis and husband Mike, Peru; two sisters, Helen Brutcher
and husband Frank, Logansport, and Donna Carvey and husband Dee, Macy; a
brother, Harry Richter and wife Dorothy, Rochester; special friend, Evelyn
Peters, Kewanna; granddaughters, Laura, Colleen and Christine Rentschler,
Fulton, Jennie Konkle and husband Brad, Fishers, Briana Willis, Peru, and
Stephanie Oehler and husband Ryan, Fort Wayne; grandsons, Jonathan Remley and
wife Tammie, Logansport, Jamison Franklin Remley, Frankfort, Jeremy Remley and
wife Lori, South Bend, Matthew Charles Richter and Kyle Richter, Fulton; four
great-grandsons and two great-granddaughters. He was preceded in death by a
sister, Mary Ross, and a brother, Dean Richter.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday
at
Ethel Stayton
Rothpletz
Ethel ROTHPLETZ died on May 30, 2008, at
She was born on July 20, 1911, in Leiters
Ford to Fred L. and S. L. Overmyer Stayton. She graduated from
Since 1943, she resided in
She is survived by two brothers, Ralph
(Linda) Stayton of Leiters Ford and Guy (Jan) Stayton of Akron. Also surviving
are several nieces and nephews.
Graveside rites were held in
A memorial service will be held at
Ralph Stayton's home on Wednesday, June 4, at 2 p.m.
Wednesday,
June 4, 2008
Thelma J. Newman
Feb. 15, 1919-June 3,
2008
Thelma J. NEWMAN, 89,
She was born on Feb. 15, 1919, in
Huntington, the daughter of Arthur and Minnie (Braman) Moore. On Feb. 11, 1947,
in
Mrs. Newman retired as Rochester
Township Assessor and worked in the Rochester Township Assessor's office prior
to becoming assessor. She enjoyed spending time with her children,
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, collecting rocks and spending time in
Survivors include her daughter, Kay
Creviston,
Burial and graveside services will be
at 11 a.m. Friday at
Gertrude Pace
Gertrude PACE,
80,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Thursday,
June 5, 2008
Brandon Damien Keller
May 5, 1990-June 2,
2008
Brandon Damien KELLER, 18, of 6779
N. Indiana 25,
Surviving family includes: parents,
Tonya (Keller) and Mario Martinez, Logansport, and David (Heather) Breyfogle,
Rochester; grandparents, Jerome and Rea Keller, Monterey, and Robert and Doris
Breyfogle, Culver; great-grandmother, Marilyn Powlen, Winamac; brothers,
Emmanuel and Mario Martinez, Logansport; sister, Eva Martinez, Logansport;
uncle, Jeff (Kathy) Keller, Monterey; aunts, Amy (Rahul) Sarkar, Rochester, and
Stephanie (Josh) Thomas, Monterey; uncle, Scott Breyfogle, Plymouth; aunts,
Katherine Breyfogle, Culver, and Karen (Sal) LaDuca, Phillipsburg, N.J.; and
cousin, Sarah Keller, Monterey.
Visitation with the family will be
from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, with a
spiritual wake service led by Father Bert Woolson at 7:30 p.m. A mass of
Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Anne's Catholic Church in
Gertrude Marie Pace
Gertrude Marie
PACE, 80, of
Survivors include two daughters, Donna
Templeton,
A graveside service will be at 10:30
a.m. Friday at
Friday,
June 6, 2008
Loretta M. Grimes
Dec. 5, 1930-June 3,
2008
Loretta M. GRIMES, 77, Culver,
passed away at home on Tuesday.
Loretta was born on Dec. 5, 1930, one
of six children born to Burl and Mary (Walsh) Schofield in
They later moved to
Loretta was a faithful member of St.
Mary's of the
She is survived by her loving
daughters, Rachael (Ed) Tibbs of Bristol, Conn., Donna (Tom) Woodward of
Culver, Christine (Michael) Foster of Rochester, and Bobbie Jo (Mike) Grover of
Culver; son, Rudy (Mary) Konderla of Lapaz; and numerous grandchildren,
great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Loretta was preceded in
death by her parents, husband, four brothers, a sister and her daughter,
Deborah Grimes.
A time of sharing memories with the
family will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home,
Culver. Father Glenn Kohrman will officiate funeral services at 7 p.m.
Interment will be private. Memorials may be given to the Finney-Shilling VFW
Post 6919 Ladies Auxiliary of Culver in Loretta's memory. Condolences may be
sent to the family via the obituary page at www.bonineodom.com.
Saturday,
June 7, 2008
No Obituaries
Monday,
June 9, 2008
D. Harvey Palmer
Dec. 25, 1923 - June
4, 2008
Memorial services were held today at
the First United Methodist Church in Harlingen, Texas, for a Rochester native,
Daniel Harvey PALMER, 84. He died
June 4 after hospitalization from a heart attack and had been in fragile health
in recent years.
He was born in this city on Christmas
Day, 1923, the son of James and Mary Palmer, and graduated from
After enlisting in the Army Air Force
in 1942, Palmer became one of the pilots of Liberator transport planes flying
the "Hump." That name was given to the dangerous 530-mile flight over
the Himalayan mountains carrying supplies to the Chinese army that was isolated
by Japanese forces. Nearly 1,000 men and 600 Air Transport Command planes were
lost in this operation in nearly three years. Lieutenant Palmer had a few close
calls himself, but preferred to tell of his earlier opportunity to fly over
Palmer had lived many years in
Palmer was active in
Besides his wife, he is survived by
two sons, Robert George,
Burial was in
Tuesday,
June 10, 2008
Harry C. Peters
Harry C. PETERS, 90,
There are no immediate family
survivors.
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 2
p.m. Wednesday at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, followed by a graveside
service at 2:45 p.m. at
Wednesday,
June 11, 2008
No Obituaries
Thursday,
June 12, 2008
Louise Eaton
Louise EATON,
84, of 906 W. Main St. 1B,
Charles Glendon
Harley
Feb. 20, 1934-June
11, 2008
Charles Glendon HARLEY, 74, of
Born in
He married Barbara Anne Marks on Aug.
8, 1953, at
The owner and operator of C&S
Outdoor Equipment since 1972, he moved it to the current location in 1976 and
retired in December 1993.
He served on the Walnut Township
Advisory Board during the 1970s.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara
Anne Harley, Argos; two sons, Jeffrey Harley, Rochester, and Kevin
"Scott" Harley and wife Valerie, Argos; two daughters, Mrs. Gregg
(Robin) Hensley, Tippecanoe, and Mrs. Denny (Penni) Zentz, Rochester; 13
grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; a sister, Carol Easterday, Plymouth;
and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may visit with the family from
2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Opal Johnson
June 16, 1909-June 8,
2008
Opal JOHNSON,
age 98, of
She was born on June 16, 1909, in
She is survived by her children,
Corina Walker, Audrey (Robb) Moses, Joyce (Bob) Horwath, Dwight (Donna)
Johnson, and Leroy Johnson (Tuan), as well as eight grandchildren (and spouses)
and five (soon to be seven) great-grandchildren. She was predeceased in 1985 by
her husband of 47 years, Leroy B. Johnson, and by a grandson in 1980.
She was the epitome of the Proverbs 31
woman, and a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. "...it is required
that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful" (I Cor. 4:2);
Opal more than met this requirement! Her love for her Lord was evident in all
she did, from her care and interaction with family and friends, to ministering
to the sick, the incarcerated, and to others in need of a loving touch. Her
love was always unconditional, compassionate and full of grace.
She was a member of The Salvation Army
Church, where she had been active in the Women's Home League until health
issues limited her activity at age 93.
A service of witness to the
resurrection and celebration of her life will take place at the Harvey
Engelhardt Chapel,
Friday,
June 13, 2008
Louise Eaton
May 10, 1924-June 11,
2008
Louise EATON,
84, of 906 W. Main 1B,
Born in
She loved her job as a rural mail
carrier in the
She also loved traveling and living at
Louise was a big NASCAR fan. She never
missed a race, cheering for her favorite driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr.
She was a member of St. Charles
Catholic Church of
Survivors include a daughter, Barbara
Wiggs,
Her funeral service will be at 4 p.m.
Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Anne Potter Allison
July 29, 1923-June
11, 2008
Anne Potter ALLISON 84,
Mrs. Allison was born on July 29,
1923, in
Mrs. Allison worked briefly with
Dekalb Seed and then worked for 25 years as the administrative assistant to the
manager of Torx Products (formerly Indiana Metal Company) in
Survivors include her four children,
Pat (Young) Hamann and husband Cary, Naples, Fla., Kate Haworth and husband
John, Rochester, Dick Young and wife Karen, Wilmington, N.C., John Allison and
wife Melody (Towne) Allison, Charleston, Ill.; seven grandchildren, Teresa
(Hamann) and husband Ron Chilian, Dallas, Texas, Steve and wife Michele Hamann,
Cincinnati, Ohio, Anne Marie (Haworth) and husband Mark McGriff, Columbus,
Jennifer (Haworth) and husband Brian Richter, Rochester, Jason Young,
Wilmington, N.C., Justin Young, Wilmington, N.C., Bevin Allison, Des Moines,
Iowa; great-grandchildren, Andy Chilian, Dallas, Texas, Tommy Chilian, Dallas,
Texas, Jake Hamann, Cincinnati, Ohio, Michael Hamann, Cincinnati, Ohio, Nicolas
Richter, Rochester, Blake Richter, Rochester, Hannah McGriff, Columbus, Mariah
Young, Wilmington, N.C., Isabella Young, Wilmington, N.C., Rosario Young,
Wilmington, N.C.; youngest brother, Don Potter and wife Michel, Taylors, S.C.;
youngest sister, Patricia Castiglione and husband Charles, Newtown, Pa.; and
numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; oldest
brother, Ralph J. Potter who died in World War II; and two sisters, Inez Eggert
and Lois Jagger.
Friends may call from 1 p.m. to 3:30
p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Marjorie L. McCaffry
Marjorie L. McCAFFRY, 78,
Survivors include three sons, Tim
McCaffry, Brownsburg, Patrick McCaffry,
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 8
p.m. today at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel. Services will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at
Saturday,
June 14, 2008
No Obituaries
Monday,
June 16, 2008
Claribel K. Quivey
Claribel K. QUIVEY, 93,
She is survived by one daughter, Alice
Hartman,
Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Elsa Jean Edington
Dec. 23, 1944 - June
13, 2008
Elsa Jean EDINGTON, 63, of 740
W. Sixth St.,
Elsa Jean was born Dec. 23, 1944 in
On Aug. 12, 1961, in
In the early years she had been an
employee of the former Hart Shaffner & Marx corporation in
She had attended
Jean is survived by her devoted
husband of 46 years, Ralph "Dink" Edington, Rochester; two daughters,
Christina L. Smith and husband Kevin, and Rebecca S. Blystone and husband
David, both of Rochester; a son, Robert and wife Linda, Rochester; eight
grandchildren, Stacey Smith, of Goshen, Ciara, Travis and Olivia Smith, Skyler
Overmyer, Emiley Edington, Ella Edington and Benjamin Blystone, all of
Rochester; a special niece, Abby Cheek, Rochester; two brothers, William A.
"Bill" Cooley and wife Dolly, of Spokane, Wash., and Bernard
"Shorty" Cooley and wife Lucy, Rochester.
She was preceded into her eternal rest
by a son, Ronald Edington, June 26, 1987; her parents; and two brothers,
Richard Dixon, Oct. 10, 1980 and Donald Cooley, April 2, 2007.
A celebration of her life will be held
at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Good Family Funeral Home,
Memorials on her behalf may be made to
the Good Family Funeral Home. Electronic condolences may be sent to her family
at goodfamily@rtcol.com.
Tuesday,
June 17, 2008
Edwin T. Crissinger
March 5, 1933 - June
12, 2008
Edwin T. CRISSINGER, 75, of 14305
Climbing Roseway #104, Centreville, Va. passed away June 12, 2008.
Edwin was born March 5, 1933 in
Pulaski, to Ralph and Ruth Raderstorf Crissinger. He was an athlete and 1951
graduate of
Survivors include his wife, Shirley;
daughters, Debra (Ben) Savage,
He was preceded in death by his
parents, Ralph and Ruth Crissinger.
Services are today at Memorial Funeral
Home,
Wednesday,
June 18, 2008
Jessica Renae Lambert
Dec. 3, 1981-June 16,
2008
Jessica Renae LAMBERT, 26,
She was born Dec. 3, 1981, in
Survivors include her parents, Lennie
R. Lambert, Macy, and Sandra Hodges Reagan and her husband Orville,
Sevierville, Tenn.; one sister, Brandy L. Lambert, Macy; and one brother,
Travis J. Lambert, Macy; one nephew, Bradyn Michael Lambert; her maternal
grandmother, Bobbie Hodges, Sevierville, Tenn.; and many aunts, uncles and
cousins.
She was a 2001 graduate of
She was preceded in death by her
grandparents, Richard and Ethel Cattin and James Frank Hodges.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on
Thursday at McClain Funeral Home with Pastor David Welsh and Skip Shambarger
officiating. Burial will follow at
John E. Sweet
July 12, 1940-June
17, 2008
John E. SWEET, 67, of
He was born on July 12, 1940, in
Mr. Sweet worked at Rochester Metal
Products. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge, an avid Chicago Cubs fan, Chicago
Bears fan, loved listening to country music and was remembered for sitting on
his front porch visiting with neighbors.
Survivors include his brother, John
O'Connor,
Funeral services will be conducted at
1 p.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Geraldine Timms
Geraldine TIMMS,
92,
Survivors include two brothers,
Kenneth Brugh,
A memorial service will be at 1 p.m.
Saturday at Grace United Church of Christ, Culver, with visitation from 11 a.m.
until the service. Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, is handling arrangements.
Arthur Harold Zentz
Jan. 8, 1909-June 16,
2008
Arthur was born the son of
Arthur made his living as a farmer in
Arthur is survived by his daughter,
Marilyn (Zentz) Calhoun, of
Friends are invited to share memories
with his family from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday at the Johnson-Danielson
Funeral Home,
Thursday,
June 19, 2008
Howard P. Howard Jr.
Senior Master
Sergeant Howard P. HOWARD Jr., formerly of
Born in
Howard is survived by his wife, Joan;
his children, Howard P. Howard III (Bud) from
He was preceded in death by his
parents, Howard P. Howard Sr. and Mary Howard, and also by his brother, Noel
Howard.
Lucille M. Fiedler
Lucille M. FIEDLER, 83,
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Friday,
June 20, 2008
Cecil B. Binkley
Cecil B. BINKLEY, 90, of 9046
W. Old
Survivors include his wife, Maxine,
and two children, Carolyn Shigley, Hazel Crest,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at
Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, with visitation from 11 a.m. until the
service.
Lucille M. Fiedler
Lucille M. FIEDLER, 83,
Survivors include three sons, Russell
E. Fiedler, Apache Junction, Ariz., Neil A. Fiedler, Logansport, and Loren
"Tom" Fiedler, Logansport; three daughters, Donna I. Cottrill,
Lafayette, LuAnn Davis, Logansport, and Debra S. Smith, Kewanna; and a sister,
Cleora Remaly, Rossville.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at
Retha V. Mollenhour
Retha V. MOLLENHOUR, 99, Grace
Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake, formerly of Mentone, died at 7:34
a.m. Thursday at
Survivors include a son, Don
Herendeen,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at
Saturday,
June 21, 2008
Retha V. Mollenhour
Oct. 22, 1908-June
19, 2008
Retha V. MOLLENHOUR, 99, formerly
of Mentone, died at 7:34 a.m. Thursday at
Born in
A homemaker, she lived on a farm near
Survivors include a son, Don
Herendeen,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at
Dorese A. Kimble
Miller
Dorese A.
Kimble MILLER, 85, Kewanna,
died Friday at
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday
at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna, with visitation from 4
p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday.
Monday,
June 23, 2008
No Obituaries
Tuesday,
June 24, 2008
Dorese A. Kimble
Miller
May 10, 1923-June 20,
2008
Services for Dorese A. Kimble MILLER, 85, Kewanna,
will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Kewanna Chapel.
She died at 10:58 a.m. Friday at
Dorese was born on May 10, 1923, in
Kewanna. On June 20, 1941, she married Ermal R. Kimble and he preceded her in
death on March 18, 1960.
On Nov. 14, 1993, she married Charles
Damon Miller and he preceded her in death on March 6, 2006.
She was a 1941
Dorese was a homemaker, a member of
the
Surviving are two sons, Larry R.
Kimble of Kewanna and Jerry J. Kimble and his wife Kenan of Bowling Green, Ky.;
one daughter, JoAnn Collins and her husband Doran of Kewanna; six
grandchildren, Rae Ann Snider, David Kimble and wife Tiffany and Terry Kimble
and wife Sara, all of Kewanna, Michael Kimble and wife Jennifer of Talma, Mark
Kimble of Indianapolis and Brittany Duca of Kewanna; 12 great-grandchildren;
four great-great-grandchildren and six stepgrandchildren. Also preceding her in
death is her mother, Edna Calvin, and daughter-in-law, Beverly Kimble.
Pastor Steven McPeek and Chaplain
Jason See will officiate at the services. Burial will be at
Julia Overmyer
Julia (McKee) OVERMYER, 78, Culver,
died Sunday at Miller's Merry Manor, Culver.
Survivors include five sons, Cortland
"Corky" Overmyer, Dorr, Mich., Thomas Overmyer, Culver, Ned Overmyer,
Rochester, Brett Overmyer, Cicero, Brian Overmyer, Argos; two brothers, Vern
McKee, Culver, and Don McKee, Nappanee; and two sisters, Mary Powers, Culver,
and Sadie Fisher, Bremen.
Services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at
Grace United Church of Christ, Culver, with visitation from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Thursday.
Wednesday,
June 25, 2008
Viola F. Lisdat
Viola F.
(Thomas) LISDAT, 79, of 3138
S. 450 West,
Survivors include her husband, Erich
E. Lisdat,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday
at
Thursday,
June 26, 2008
No Obituaries
Friday,
June 27, 2008
Ronald Leroy Bogseth
Sr.
Ronald Leroy BOGSETH Sr., 54, of
Survivors include two sons, Ronald
Leroy Bogseth, Valparaiso, and Kevin Michael Bogseth, Westville; six sisters,
Faith Stieirt, Patricia Bogseth, Leona Taylor, all of Fox Lake, Ill., Loretta
Arko, Vernon Hills, Ill., Carol Knapp, Libertyville, Ill., Laura Bogseth,
Mountain Home, Ark.; and two brothers, Larry Bogseth and Gerald Bogseth of
Rochester.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday
at K.K. Hamsher Funeral Home,
Saturday,
June 28, 2008
Sandra Jean Gagnon
Oct. 5, 1964-June 27,
2008
Sandra Jean GAGNON, 43,
Sandra was a 1983 graduate of
She is survived by her husband, Terry
L. Gagnon of Akron; her parents, Bill Sturgill of Roann and Molly Swift of
North Manchester; three daughters, Cassandra Haupert of Fort Wayne, Kristal
Gearhart and Renee Gagnon, both of Akron; two sons, Eric Gearhart and Heath
Gagnon, both of Akron; three sisters, Sonia Poe, Robin Stanton and Ruth
Sturgill, all of Roann; four brothers, Billy (Rane) Sturgill Jr. and Danny
Allen, both of Peru, Josh Allen of Florida, and Dustin Allen of North
Manchester.
Funeral services will be at
Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service,
Monday,
June 30, 2008
Ryan Scott Holloway
Ryan Scott HOLLOWAY, 20, McCarty
Lane, Rochester, died Sunday at 12:30 p.m. as a result of a traffic accident at
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Theann 'Annie' F.
Mollette
Oct. 28, 1967-June
29, 2008
Theann "Annie" Ferrol MOLLETTE, 40, of 1129
Main St., Apt. 1,
Born in
On Sept. 5, 2003, she married John W.
Mollette in
Annie was a housewife and enjoyed
spending time with her extended family.
A nature lover, Annie and John floated
in their canoe down the
Annie loved NASCAR racing and cheered
wildly for No. 8, Dale Earnhart Jr. At the computer, she played Mario and a
variety of card games including rummy, solitaire and spider. TV served as a
favorite form of relaxation - she watched "Little House on the
Prairie," The Food Channel, "Days of Our Lives" and
"Passion." She always took time to watch SpongeBob with her nephew,
T.J. She also amassed a collection of assorted monkeys.
A loving and tender aunt, Annie looked
forward to visits from her nieces and nephews. She cherished spending time with
the light of her life, her granddaughter Emma. Annie will be remembered for her
sense of humor and teasing, a loyal sister, devoted daughter, dedicated wife, a
loving and adoring mom, aunt and grandma, who treasured the times spent with
her family. She will be missed by her family and friends.
Survivors also include her mother,
Dorothy Noftsger, Rochester; a son, Ryan Weese and fiancée Haley Dille,
Rochester; a granddaughter, Emma Michelle Weese, Rochester; six sisters, Nancy
Lyke and husband Leroy, LaPaz, Sara Oliver and husband John, Teresa Maynard,
Bonnie Hicks, Roxie Noftsger, Helen and Jerry Weese, all of Rochester; a
brother, Peter Noftsger and wife Kathy, Palestine; and nieces, nephews and
cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Bennie Noftsger, on Aug. 20,
2003; a son, Dean Brian Weese, on Nov. 26, 1988; a brother, Benjamin Noftsger,
on Nov. 26, 1967; a brother-in-law, E.W. Maynard; and her grandparents, Howard
and Anna Burnett Heishman.
A celebration of the life of Theann
"Annie" Ferrol Noftsger Mollette will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Good
Family Funeral Home. Pastor Jerry Pitman will officiate. Friends may visit with
the family from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service. She will be laid to rest
at the
Lelan (Lee) Poppy
Lelan (Lee) POPPY, 90, DeLeon
Springs, Fla., formerly of
He was predeceased by his parents, two
brothers and three sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 32 years,
Betty Poppy, and their four children and three stepsons, Angela Samero (Marty),
DeLand, Fla., Rebecca Gardner, Tennessee, Elizabeth Burnside, Michigan, Lelan
Poppy II (Toni), North Carolina, and Jeff Ruff, Larry Ruff (Dodi) and Tim Ruff
(Karen), all of Indiana. He also leaves behind 13 grandchildren, six
stepgrandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 11 stepgreat-grandchildren.
A remembrance service will be held at
Donations can be made to Hospice of
Volusia/Flager, 3800 Woodbriar Trail,
Tuesday,
July 1, 2008
Ryan Scott Holloway
Feb. 24, 1988-June
29, 2008
Ryan Scott HOLLOWAY, 20, 4210
McCarty Lane, Rochester, died at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at
A lifetime resident of
Ryan was an avid outdoorsman. He
enjoyed relaxing at the gravel pit while he camped and fished. A deer hunter,
he enjoyed the challenge of hunting with his PSE II bow and arrows or his 12
gauge Muster. Ryan was very close to his younger brothers, sisters and cousins.
He enjoyed wrestling with them.
The eldest of his generation, Ryan
will be remembered for his intense love of movies, especially those of Steven
Seagal, his lightheartedness and his wonderful sense of humor. His favorite
food was chicken of any kind. Ryan leaves behind his family and many friends to
cherish his memory.
Survivors include a son, Cayden; his
mother, Kari Felda and husband Jim, Kewanna; his father, Greg Holloway and wife
Alice, Grovetown, Ga.; two sisters, Tiffany Felda and Amber Felda; four
brothers, Calvin Holloway, Wil Holloway, Jake Felda and David Felda; his
grandparents, Karen and Mike Sixbey, William and Cindy Loper and Bernie and
Grace Holloway, all of Rochester, and Shirley Felda, Kewanna; aunts and uncles,
Ginger and Bob Reed, Tariesa and George Vendola, Matt and Lyn Loper, Rhonda and
Brian Johnson, Lauren and Dan Jefferies, Chuck Felda, Tom Felda, Tammy and Ken
Clancy and David and Penny Holloway; several cousins; and special friends,
Amber and Jayda. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Thomas Felda, on
Feb. 13, 2004, and his aunt, Patty Felda, on April 15, 2008.
A celebration of the life of Ryan
Scott Holloway will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Bryant M. Scott
Bryant M. SCOTT, 18,
Tippecanoe, died at 12:30 p.m. Sunday as a result of a traffic accident at
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Shirley L. Sheneman
Feb. 6, 1925-June 29,
2008
Shirley L. SHENEMAN, 83, of
Born in
She was a homemaker and attended
Survivors include five daughters,
Susie Zirkle, Cherry Cunningham and her husband Buck, all of Amboy, Rebecca Van
Horn and her husband Don, Rochester, Casey Shafer and her husband Eddie,
Marion, and Peggy Myers and her husband Steve, Macy; a sister, Cleo Ragsdale
and her husband Jack, Lafayette; grandchildren, David Cunningham, Barbara Shaw,
Bradley Zirkle, Randy Zirkle, Julie Orr, Lori Hazelwood, Jody Lee, Drew Griggs,
Jeff Bowland, Amy Miller, Matt Myers and Kim White; great-grandchildren,
Jessica Shaw, Josh Shaw, Bryan Zirkle, Mallory Orr, Trev Orr, Bradley
Hazelwood, Shelby Hazelwood, Patrick Lee, Mason Myers, Kody Myers, Ethan
Bowland, Emmy Bowland, Eric Bowland and Marina Lee. She was also preceded in
death by her parents and two brothers, Rex and John Finch.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at
Laird Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
July 2, 2008
Bryant Matthew Scott
Bryant Matthew
SCOTT, 18, 205 S.
McKee, Macy, died Sunday at Indiana 25 and Kosciusko County Road 1300 West near
Mentone as a result of a traffic accident.
Survivors include his mother, Janice
and Brad Norman, Macy; his father, Dewayne Scott,
Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Thursday,
July 3, 2008
Robert M. Hettinger
Robert M. HETTINGER, 70,
Survivors include a
daughter, Leeann Duez, Danville, Ill.; four brothers, Homer Hettinger, Star
City, James Hettinger, Richard Hettinger and Thomas Hettinger, all of
Logansport; and a sister, Mary Tutterow, Logansport.
Services will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Bryant Matthew Scott
Sept. 3, 1989-June
29, 2008
Bryant Matthew SCOTT, 18, of 205
S. McKee, Macy, died at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at Indiana 25 and Kosciusko County
Road 1300 West near Mentone as a result of a traffic accident.
Born in
To relax Bryant fished at the walk
bridge in "Deep Creek" on the
Survivors include his mother, Janice
Norman and husband Brad Norman, Macy; his father, Dewayne Scott, Kokomo; a
brother, Dewayne Hecht, Macy; his paternal grandparents, Charles and Rosie
Scott, Kokomo; aunts and uncles, Kenny and Pat Hecht, Macy, Denise and Brian
Pierce, Tampa, Fla., Angie Walker and Rob Knoff, Cape Coral, Fla.; cousins,
Kayla Fry, Amber Fry, Stevie Meier, J.R. Hecht, Adam and Suzanne Wrightsman of
Greentown; and his canine companion, Sammy, a Pekingese.
He was preceded in death by his
grandparents, Larry and Judy Hecht, and an aunt, Jeannie Meier.
A celebration of the life of Bryant
Matthew Scott will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday,
July 4, 2008
No Paper-Holiday
Saturday,
July 5, 2008
William
"Bill" Stokes
William
"Bill" STOKES, 64,
Peter W. Sanders
Nov. 9, 1944-July 3,
2008
Peter W. SANDERS, 63,
Noblesville, went to be with his Lord on Thursday. He was born Nov. 9, 1944 in
A graduate from
He is survived by his adoring wife,
Keyna Sander; son, Stephen Sanders of Orange County, Calif.; daughter Shanda
Sanders of Noblesville; grandson Garrett Sanders; twin brother Stephen (Linda)
Sanders, Rochester; nieces Kristin Walker and Mindy Sanders; great-nephews
Stephen Sanders and Evan Rudd; mother-in-law Ellie "Griz" Jankowski;
brother-in-law Ed (Debbie) Jankowski; nephews Howard Jankowski, Daryl
Jankowski; and niece and god-daughter Rachel Jankowski.
A celebration of life service will be
held at 4 p.m. Sunday at the
In lieu of flowers, contributions may
be made to
Monday,
July 7, 2008
Francis Davis
Francis DAVIS, 87 of
Arrangements are pending
at Earl-Love Funeral Home,
William Joseph Stokes
Dec. 7, 1943-July 4,
2008
William "Bill" Joseph STOKES, 64, of 1165
W. Ninth St.,
He was born on Dec. 7, 1943, in Elwood
to Joseph Arthur and Rosanne Evans Stokes. His father preceded him in death.
He lived in the
With great pride, in 1962, Bill
graduated from
Bill was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He
was stationed at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in
In 1985 his family moved from
Bill was a faithful member of
He took great pride in manicuring his
lawn. A ham radio operator, he was known as K9ZHX.
Bill leaves his church family, friends
and family to cherish his memory.
Survivors include his wife, Sue
Stokes, at home; his mother, Rosanne Stokes, Elwood; three sons, Stephen Stokes
and Lisa Rowe, Indianapolis, Christopher Stokes and fiancee Johanna Gautier,
Rochester, and Richard Stokes and wife Tracy, Elwood; two sisters, Suellen
Stokes, Anderson, and LeAnn Linsmyer and husband Greg, Elwood; eight
grandchildren, Zachary, Owen, Jennifer, Shelby, Philip, Garrett, Angela and
Brittany; and his feline companion, Bailey. He was preceded in death by an
infant daughter, Jennifer Sue Stokes, on April 19, 1981; and his
daughter-in-law, Pamela Stokes, in 2006.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
William "Bill" Stokes will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Good Family Funeral
Home,
Francis L. 'Whitey'
Thompson
Feb. 5, 1922-July 4,
2008
Francis L. "Whitey" THOMPSON, 86, of 802
E. Walnut St.,
Born in
On April 18, 1942, he married Kathryn
"Kate" A. Fitzpatrick in
He was a farmer and janitor at the
former
Whitey was a fan of the Green Bay
Packers and the St. Louis Cardinals. He followed
He always kept a beautiful yard.
Survivors include three sons, Denny
and wife Phyllis Thompson,
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
July 8, 2008
Francis C. Davis
Nov. 25, 1921-July 6,
2008
Francis C. DAVIS, 87, of
Born in
On Sept. 6, 1940, he married Ina
Taylor. He lived all of his life in
In 1953, he received his pilot's
license.
He also worked 18 years at K G Brown
in Mentone. A member of the Moose, Eagles and Masonic lodges in
He is survived by his wife, Ina Davis,
Akron; two sons, Francis R. "Butch" (Wanda) Davis, Akron, and William
H. Davis, Jeffersonville; two brothers, Richard L. (Joan) Davis, Burket, and
Marvin L. (Lenora) Davis, Warsaw; two sisters, Juanita C. Plunkett, Tell City,
and Mildred C. Creager, North Manchester; eight grandchildren; 12
great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by
his parents and one brother.
A private funeral service will be at 1
p.m. today at Earl-Love Funeral Home,
Charles F. Greer Jr.
March 25, 1934-July
6, 2008
Charles F. GREER Jr., 74, of
He was born on March 25, 1934, in
Kewanna, the son of Franklin Charles and Delia Lenora (Lambert) Greer Sr. On
Sept. 27, 1952, in Knox, he married Patty S. Stingley and she survives.
Mr. Greer worked as a truck driver. He
worked for General Electric in
Survivors include his wife, Patty
Greer, Rochester; son, Don Greer, Peru; daughter, Kathy and husband Mike Minns,
Peru; 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren, two
stepgreat-grandchildren; sisters, Carol Sheetz, Rochester, Connie and husband
Bruce Killingbeck, Remus, Mich.; and sister-in-law, Darla Greer, Kewanna. He
was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Bob Greer.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
William E. Hileman
Jr.
Sept. 16, 1945-July
6, 2008
William E. "Bill" HILEMAN Jr., 62, of
He was born on Sept. 16, 1945, in
Mr. Hileman was a truck driver and
retired from Jet Transport in Walton.
Survivors include his wife, Sharon J.
Hileman, Fulton; son, Bill and wife Anna Hileman, Logansport; daughter, Sherry
Hileman, Wabash; grandchildren, Leann Hileman and Garrett Hileman, Logansport; and
sisters, Darlene and husband Vern Mettler, Fulton, Jane and husband Verlie
Mettler, Logansport. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be conducted at
11 a.m. Thursday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. George
Hapner officiating. Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and one
hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in the
Nancy S. KEEL, 69, died
Saturday in
Survivors include her husband,
Nicholas Keel,
A memorial service will be at 1 p.m.
Thursday at Owens & Brumley Funeral Home of Wichita Falls.
James C. Rouch
James C. ROUCH, 49,
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Edison C. White
Aug. 27, 1922-July 5,
2008
Chaplain Edison C. WHITE, 85, of
He was born Aug. 27, 1922, to the late
Andrew and Myrtie (Woodcox) White in
He attended Avon Community Church of
God and was a member of the Plainfield Kiwanis Club, of which he was a charter
member and served as past president, and the Plainfield Church Federation. He
was a recipient of the Sagamore of the Wabash Award.
He is survived by a son, Dean E.
(Tammy) White; a daughter, Diane R. White; a son-in-law, Ron Bowen; a brother,
Charles (Kris) Pletcher; a granddaughter, Stephanie I. (Josh) Nelson; and a
special family friend, Don Penrod. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mable
I. (Mitschelen) White, and a daughter, Donna I. Bowen.
Funeral services will be at 7 p.m.
today at Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
July 9, 2008
No Obituaries
Thursday,
July 10, 2008
Robert L. Deardorff
Robert L. DEARDORFF, 81,
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Arlene Morris Todd
May 15, 1916-July 9,
2008
Arlene was born May 15, 1916, to Chester Morris and
Mamie Fay Harman in
Before living in
The Peru Circus was special to her.
She missed being in the circus parade, where she dressed up as a clown and rode
her three-wheeled bike.
Hyder Todd became her husband on July
24, 1960. He deceased on March 26, 1987. There were no children.
Preceding her in death were her
parents; her sisters and brother, Treva Morris Klein, Mildred Morris Klein and
Don Morris.
Remaining are Larry and Kay Klein of
Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday
at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home,
Friday,
July 11, 2008
Robert L. Deardorff
May 10, 1927-July 8, 2008
Robert L. DEARDORFF, 81,
He was born on May 10, 1927, in
Survivors include his brother, George
Deardorff,
Memorial graveside services will be
conducted at a later date at
Marie E. VanLue
Marie E. VanLUE, 63,
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Richard I. Zernack
Nov. 19, 1929-July 8,
2008
Richard I. "Dick" ZERNACK, 78,
He was born Nov. 19, 1929, in
He was a 1947 graduate of
He was a member and former deacon of
He was a U.S. Army veteran and was
stationed in
Dick was an outdoorsman who enjoyed
reading, woodcarving, camping and working with youth. He lived in
He is survived by his wife, Sharon L.
Zernack, Wabash; two sons, Tim Zernack, Lafayette and Jeff Zernack, Wabash; a
daughter, Lori (Kevin) Binkerd, Andrews; and seven grandchildren, Allison
(Aaron) O'Maley, Cincinnati, Ohio, Aaron Zernack, Lafayette, Jordan Binkerd,
Joel Binkerd, Ethan Binkerd, Chloe Binkerd and Caitlyn Binkerd, all of Andrews.
He was preceded in death by a brother.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at
Saturday,
July 12, 2008
Charles DeKeyser
Charles DeKEYSER,
91, died at 8 a.m. Tuesday in
Survivors include a daughter, Donna
Kruso,
There will be no funeral services.
Marie E. VanLue
April
30, 1945-July 9, 2008
Marie E. VanLUE 63,
She was born on April 30, 1945, in
Mrs. VanLue worked as a QMA for
Hickory Creek and retired from Life Care Center of Rochester. She was an avid
NASCAR, World Federation Wrestling, "Days of Our Lives," and country
music fan. She enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren, her
dogs and cats, fixing items, collecting dolls, and having coffee with friends.
Survivors include her husband, Larry
N. VanLue, Hornbeak, Tenn.; sons, Lawrence A. VanLue, South Carolina, Duane and
wife Cathy VanLue, Kewanna, Eric D. and wife Susan VanLue, Macy; daughters,
Lisa and husband Jeff Johnson, Hornbeak, Tenn., Heather Reneae Floyd, Hornbeak,
Tenn., April and husband Andre Downton, Fort Wayne, Marie Catherine and husband
Shannon Colenburg, Lafayette; 17 grandchildren, one great-grandchild; brothers,
Gene and wife Cathy Reiss, Pana, Ill., Edward and Carol Reiss, Decatur, Ill.;
sister, Eleanor and husband Jim Sweet, Smithfield, Pa.; and several nieces and
nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and sisters, Patricia Reiss
and Rosie Maxwell.
Graveside services will be conducted
at 2 p.m. today at
Monday,
July 14 2008
John S. Reisman
Feb. 2, 1966 - July
11, 2008
John S. REISMAN, 42,
He was born Feb. 2, 1966, in
John had a big heart. He was a member
of the Eagles Lodge and Moose Lodge and liked to play pool and hunt. He lived
in the
Survivors include his parents, Earl
Charles and Barbara E. Stamm Reisman, Monterey; sisters, Debbie (William) Fred,
Rochester, and Kathy (Ken) Black, Buford, Ga.; a brother, Steve (Mary) Reisman,
Mercer, Wis.; an uncle, John Stamm, Palm Springs, Calif.; a nephew, Scott
(Lisa) Fred, Rochester; a niece, Tara (Danny) Taylor, Kokomo; and a great-niece
Megan Fred, Rochester.
A memorial service will be held at 3
p.m. today at Frain Mortuary,
Tuesday,
July 15, 2008
Alice C. Myers
Alice C. MYERS, 99, of
Culver, died Saturday at Miller's Merry Manor, Culver.
She grew up in Kewanna.
Survivors include her children, JoAnn
Walsh of Culver and Robert Myers of
Services will be at 11 a.m. today at
St. Mary's of the
Wednesday,
July 16, 2008
Robert L. Deardorff
Graveside
memorial services for Robert L. DEARDORFF, 81,
Thursday,
July 17, 2008
No Obituaries
Friday,
July 18, 2008
Shirley J. Adams
Shirley J. ADAMS, 67, of
Survivors include her husband, Merl
Adams, Burket; a daughter Mary "Jo" Shepherd, Columbia City; two
sons, Everett Ray Justice, Mentone, and Charlie Justice, West Virginia; three
sisters, Renda Sue Adkins, Warsaw, Joyce Newsome, Columbus, Ohio, and Donna
Wadkins, Silver Lake; and three brothers, Lanny Gillman, Akron, Billy Lee
Gillman, Mentone, and Everett Gillman Jr., Etna Green.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday
at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Peggy M. Davies
Peggy M. DAVIES, 78, of
Survivors include her husband, Ed L.
Davies,
Services will be private. Arrangements
are by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Clara M. Felke
Aug. 17, 1911-July
16, 2008
Clara M. FELKE, 96, loving
wife and mother, passed away at 10:37 p.m. Wednesday at Hickory Creek of
Rochester.
She was born on Aug. 17, 1911, in
They have three children who survive.
Their son, Jim, is a teacher at
Clara and Paul moved to
Clara enjoyed working in the
greenhouse and became acquainted with many
Clara and her husband were members of
the Moose Lodge and she also belonged to the Rekamemoh Club, St. Joseph
Catholic Church and Rosary Society, and the Canasta Club. She lived her last
two years at Hickory Creek, where she received excellent care from her "new
family." During her stay at Hickory Creek, Clara demonstrated a keen sense
of humor which was quite entertaining. She will be sorely missed by family and
friends.
Mass of Christian burial will be
conducted at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Michael's Catholic Church,
Lois E. Paxton Perry
Feb. 6, 1924-July 17,
2008
Lois E. Paxton PERRY, 84, of
Miller's Merry Manor,
A lifetime area resident, she lived on
a farm north of Mentone and also had lived in
A homemaker, she was a member of
Mentone War Mothers, the Scrambled Egg Band, the Genealogy Society, Harrison
Center Church and the Kosciusko County Historical Society. She loved gardening
and genealogy and enjoyed traveling. Over the years, she traveled to
Survivors include two daughters, Betty
Dotson, Warsaw, and Kathleen and husband Keith Satchwill, Wabash; a son, Edward
Paxton and significant other Donna, Warsaw; four grandchildren, Tim Knight,
Andrew Knight, Brett Harmon and Cheryl Reynolds; four great-grandchildren,
Joshua Ritter, Alan Reynolds, Kayla Knight and Daniel Knight; a brother, Calvin
and wife Charlotte Shumaker, Bremen; and three sisters, Vonna Miller, Union,
Mich., LaVera and husband Don Ames, Plymouth, and Diana Hundt, Mishawaka. She
was preceded in death by a sister and four brothers.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday
at
Saturday,
July 19, 2008
Virginia Lee Michels
Virginia Lee MICHELS, 63, Winamac,
died at 9:37 p.m. Thursday at
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.
Monday,
July 21, 2008
Evelyn L. Hinton
Evelyn
L. HINTON, 73, formerly
of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
July 22, 2008
Evelyn L. Hinton
Evelyn
L. HINTON, 73, formerly
of
Survivors include a son, Charles M.
Hinton,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at
the
Robert W. Kirk
March 24, 1942 – July
20, 2008
Robert W. KIRK, 66, 2730 E.
600 North,
Born in
On Aug. 24, 1967, he married Marie
Tesseman in
Robert was a member of
He enjoyed playing guitar, singing,
fishing and gardening. He also loved
spending time with his family, and joking and kidding with friends and family.
Robert will be greatly missed by his
family and friends.
Survivors include his children,
Katherine (Arthur) Navarrete,
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday
at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Pastor James Adcock officiating. Burial will be at
John R. Klapp
John
R. KLAPP, 81, formerly
of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Virginia Lee Michels
Nov. 29, 1944 – July
17, 2008
A celebration of life in loving memory
of our mother, Virginia Lee MICHELS, 63, of
Kewanna, will be held Saturday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at her daughter’s home at
8877 W. 850 South, Kewanna.
She passed away at 9:37 p.m. Thursday
at
Born Nov. 29, 1944, in
Survivors include three daughters,
Gustave F. Salyer (Todd Kuhn) of
She was preceded in death by sisters,
Margaret Garicz and Geraldine Lilley; sister-in-law, Sharon Michels; and a
granddaughter, Aubree Jean Townsend.
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral
Home, Kewanna Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family
at www.harrisonmetzger.com and/or a candle may be lit in memory at http://virginia-michels.memory-of.com/About.aspx?c=1.
Rev. Bill M. Riggs
Nov. 18, 1931 – July
20, 2008
Rev. Bill M. RIGGS, 76,
He was born Nov. 18, 1931, in
Rev. Riggs graduated from
Rev. Riggs served the Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ) in Bucklin,
He is survived by his wife, Jean Riggs
of
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8
p.m. Friday at Staab Polk Memorial Home, 201 S. Main, Chatham, IL 62629.
A celebration of life will be at 7
p.m. Thursday at Central Christian Church,
Charles Thomas Roush
Charles
Thomas “Tom” ROUSH, 59, formerly
of 325 W. Walnut St.,
Survivors include a sister, Carol
Thomson, Granger, and two brothers, Joseph A. Roush, Culver, and Jerry Roush,
Noblesville.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at the
Wednesday,
July 23, 2008
Marvis Ann Morgan
Marvis Ann MORGAN, 63, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Thursday,
July 24, 2008
Andy R. Louk
Dec. 28, 1964 – July
22, 2008
Andy R. LOUK, 42, of
Culver, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday evening.
Andy was born on Dec. 28, 1964, in
He was a member of Santa Anna United
Methodist Church,
Andy was preceded in death by his
father, Russell H. Louk in December of 2000.
He is survived by his mother, two brothers, Robert Louk of Ober and
Scott Louk of
Andy was an avid Pittsburg Steelers
fan. He loved to drive and show off his
1979 Chrysler
A time of sharing memories with the
family will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Bonine-Odom Funeral Home,
Culver. Rev. Henry Sprunger will
officiate services at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at the
Marvis Ann Morgan
March 11, 1945 – July
22, 2008
Marvis Ann MORGAN, 63, of
Born in
On Sept. 19, 1987, she married James
“Jim” Richard Morgan at
She was a seamstress at Hart Schaffner
& Marx,
She was a member of
Survivors include her husband, Jim
Morgan,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at
Friday,
July 25, 2008
John P. Lamb
John
P. LAMB, 63,
Survivors include his wife, DeAnna S.
Lamb,
A memorial service will be at 8 p.m.
today at First Assembly of God,
James E. Sanders
Jan. 28, 1930 – July
22, 2008
Jim married Nina Guise on Nov. 15,
1953. She survives, along with four
children: Michael A. (Julie Lindstrom) Sanders, Jerry (Teresa) Sanders, both of
Osceola, Jane A. Sanders of
Jim was preceded in death by six
brothers, Jack, Randolph, Damon, Gilbert, Simon and Buck, and also by two
sisters, Ada Hill and Nadine Strakis.
“Big Jim’s” family will remember his
love for the Cubs and Notre Dame, and also golf, bowling, and fishing, along
with devotion to his family. Jim
graduated from
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 8
p.m. today at Hahn Funeral Home,
For those interested, the family has
requested, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Willow Creek United
Methodist Church, 14010 E. Jefferson, Mishawaka, IN 46545 or a favorite charity
in Jim’s name. To leave the family an
online condolence or to share memories with the family, please visit our Web
site at www.hahnfuneralhomes.com.
John Richard Klapp
July 11, 1927 – July
21, 2008
John Richard “Dick” KLAPP, 81, formerly
of Rochester, died at 12:45 p.m. Monday at
Born in
A U.S. Navy veteran, he was a former
member of the American Legion,
Survivors include a daughter, Janice
(Rich) Helmuth,
Burial will be at a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer
Society. Electronic condolences may be
sent to the family at memorials@earl-grossmanfuneral.com.
Saturday,
July 26, 2008
Douglas L. Bailey
Douglas
L. BAILEY, 61, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Rebecca Fisher
May 18, 1945 – July
25, 2008
Rebecca “Becky” FISHER, 63, of rural
North Manchester, died at 6:24 a.m. Friday at
Becky was a 1963 graduate of
She is survived by husband, Max Fisher
of North Manchester; two daughters, Gretchen (Chad) Obanion of Marion, Denitza
Josephine Fisher of North Manchester; stepson, Craig (Tammy) Fisher of Akron;
stepdaughter, Melissa (Don) Scott of Mentone; eight grandchildren, Mallory
Hedington, Daryl Wright, and Kayla Scott, all of Mentone, Tyler Fisher, Bryce
Fisher, Treston Fisher, all of Akron, Zachary Obanion, Matthew Obanion, both of
Marion; a sister, Sylvia Bowlby of Wabash; and her mother- and father-in-law,
Ross and Velma Fisher of North Manchester.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m.
Monday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service,
Virginia Irene Reed
Virginia
Irene REED, 88, Twelve
Mile, died Friday afternoon at
Monday,
July 28, 2008
Douglas L. Bailey
April 19, 1947 – July 24, 2008
Douglas
Lynn BAILEY, 61, of
Survivors include one brother, Fred
Bailey of
Oct. 13, 1947 – July 25, 2008
Larry was a dedicated employee of
Camcar-Torx now known as Acument Global Technologies until his retirement in
2006. He enjoyed the friendship of his colleagues. Larry will be remembered for
his helpful nature always being there for others, putting their needs before
his. He loved and valued his friends and co-workers, adored his loving wife and
cherished his son Larry Jr. and the time they spent together.
He is survived by his wife Jaynine, at
home; a son, Larry Robert (Tracy Lynne) Cave Jr., Rochester; two grandsons,
Nicholas Cave and Brandon Icenberg, both of Rochester. One granddaughter,
Sheena Icenberg, Rochester; three sisters, Carol (Michael) Guy, Jefferson,
Ark.; Helen (Terry) Biltz, Rochester; Bonnie Andereason, Rochester; three
brothers, Frances E. (Mary) Cave, Sunnyfield, Fla.; Terry L. (Patsy) Cave and
Dennis Cave, both of Rochester. Larry is preceded in death by his parents and
in-laws Georgann and Gordy Griffor.
Private family services will be
conducted commemorating the life of Larry Cave Sr. Following a gathering and
services he will be laid to rest at the
John Richard 'Dick'
Klapp
Graveside
services for John Richard "Dick" KLAPP, 81 formerly
of
He is survived by a daughter, Janice
Helmuth, St. Petersburg, Fla.; a son John Klapp, Jr. of St. Petersburg, Fla.,
two stepdaughters, Judy Farver, Plymouth; Tina Phipps, Warsaw; a stepson, Rex
McCraner, Kendallville; and a brother, Bob Klapp, Mobile, Alabama.
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Marjorie M. Manning
July 7, 1919 – July 27, 2008
Marjorie M. MANNING, 89,
Survivors include four daughters,
Beverly Hollarman, Rochester; Sharon "Sis" (Art) Leicht, Gilbert,
S.C.; Joan (Larry) Robertson, Walton; Janet (Charles) Stroud, Galveston; two
sons, Ed (Bonnie) Manning, and Terry L. Manning, all of Galveston; 18
grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; a brother
Wayne (Margaret) Smith, Galveston and two nieces and one nephew.
She is preceded in death by her
parents, husband, two brothers, two sisters and one great grandchild.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 8
p.m. Tuesday at Murray Weaver Funeral Home,
April 26, 1920 – July 25, 2008
Virginia Irene
REED, 88, of
Twelve Mile passed away at 1:12 p.m. Friday at
She was a member of
Survivors include a brother, Tom
(Carolyn) Zartman,
Funeral services will be held at 11
a.m. on Tuesday at
Friends are invited to call from 4-8
p.m. today at McClain Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
July 29, 2008
Douglas Lynn Bailey
Services for
Douglas Lynn BAILEY, 61, Osceola,
will be at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Bailey was born in
Survivors include his brother, Fred
Bailey, of
Visitation was Monday.
Gerald L. Bucher
Nov. 21, 1921-July 26, 2008
Gerald L. BUCHER, 86, a former
resident of rural Churubusco in Allen County and a native of Silver Lake, died
at 10:01 p.m. on Saturday at
Mr. Bucher was born on Nov. 21, 1921,
at
In 1963, the couple moved to
He was a member of the Ari Church of
God, east of Churubusco, and the Silver Creek Church of God near
His first wife preceded him in death
in 1968. On Nov. 8, 1969, he was married to Mary M. (
Also surviving are his three sons,
Roger (Lynn) Bucher of Fort Wayne, Gary (Sue) Bucher of Auburn, and Dennis
(Kim) Bucher of Churubusco; seven stepchildren, Marsha (Jerry) Austermann of
Lake Orion, Mich., Carolyn Jo Silverest of Fort Wayne, Charles (Stella)
Silverest of Forsyth, Mo., Richard C. (Shelby) Silverest of Coats, N.C., Thomas
C. (Joyce) Silverest of Fort Wayne, Jack L. (Deborah) Silverest of Troy, Ill.,
and Curtis R. Silverest of Auburn; a sister, Donna Belle (Richard) French of
Akron; 37 grandchildren and 53 great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and first
wife, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Edward Bucher, Robert Bucher
and Earl Bucher; a sister, Mildred Clinker; and three stepdaughters, Ina May
Silverest, Geraldine M. Lyons and Gloria Galante.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.
m. Thursday at the Silver Creek Church of God near
The family will receive friends at the
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home in Churubusco on Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 4
p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., or at the church one hour prior to the service.
Interment with military graveside rites will be in the church cemetery. The
family requests that memorials be directed to the Ari Church of God or
Huntertown Veterans of Foreign Wars. To leave a condolence for the family in
Mr. Bucher's memory, please log on to www.sheetsandchilds.net.
Wednesday,
July 30, 2008
Carole M. Hamman
Carole M. HAMMAN, 73, Kewanna
died at 1:48 a.m. Tuesday at
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.
L. Berniece Piper
Dec. 9, 1905-July 28,
2008
At the age of 102, L. Berniece PIPER died peacefully with family by her side at
5:40 p.m. on Monday at
For the past six months, Berniece and
her daughter, Mary Helen, have been residing at Wynnfield Crossing,
Born Dec. 9, 1905, in Economy,
Berniece was the daughter of L. and Mabel Christopher Burnett. On New Year's
Eve, 1921, Berniece and Frank Reeves Piper were married in
Berniece was a member of the
While she worked at the courthouse
county clerk's office and treasurer's office as well as Indiana Department of
Licensing after her family was raised, at heart she was a homemaker, wife,
mother and grandmother. She was an inspired cook and wholeheartedly enjoyed the
song of a bird, a beautiful sunset and a moonlit night.
Survivors include daughter, Mary Helen
(Piper) Wells, Rochester, and grandchildren, Christine Wells of Rochester,
Sandra Koerner and husband Wm. Patrick of Jeffersonville, Mary Melinda Piper
Perry of Sherrill, N.Y., David Reeves Piper of Mt. Vernon, Wash., and Lisa J.
Piper of Macungie, N.Y. Surviving great-grandchildren are Cali Marie Koerner
Morrison and husband Bryan, Christopher "Kit" Koerner, all of
Belgrade, Mont., Elizabeth Wells Honeycutt of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and M.
Michele Perry of Sherrill, N.Y. She is also survived by a daughter-in-law, Ruth
Piper,
A service celebrating the life of L.
Berniece Piper will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84
W. Main, Peru, with Pastor Steven Ailes officiating. Burial will follow at
Thursday,
July 31, 2008
No Obituaries
Friday,
August 1, 2008
Carole M. Hamman
Oct. 4, 1934-July 29,
2008
Services for Carole M. HAMMAN, 73, Kewanna,
will be at 10:30 a.m. today at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes,
Kewanna Chapel.
She died at 1:48 a.m. Tuesday at
Born Oct. 4, 1934, in Winamac, she was
the daughter of the late Harry Dee and Ada Mae (Adams) Harris. On May 16, 1953,
in Kewanna, she was married to Ron E. Hamman and he survives.
She was a 1952
She retired after 43 years from
Winamac Coil Spring in Kewanna.
Survivors include her husband, Ron E.
Hamman of Kewanna; one son, Scott Hamman and wife Elena of Viera, Florida; one
daughter, Terri L. Lynch and husband Ed of Winamac; 10 grandchildren, Kyle,
Eddie, Shannon, Heather, Sean, Brent, Nikki, Melissa, Amanda and Casandra; and
eight great-grandchildren, Brayden, Kamryn, Rylan, Maddox, Ashlee, Blake, Alex,
and Christian. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Carole was
preceded in death by her parents; one son, Michael Hamman; and one brother,
William Harris.
Visitation was from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday
at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes, Kewanna Chapel. Pastor Steve
McPeek will officiate at the service and burial will be at Citizens IOOF
cemetery in Kewanna at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the
American Diabetes Foundation. Online condolences may be made to the Hamman
family at www.harrisonmetzger.com.
Irene A. Town
Irene A. TOWN, 94, of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Phyllis Sutton
Phyllis SUTTON,
63, Kewanna, died at 11:25 a.m. Thursday at
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.
Donald L. Carter
Donald L. CARTER, 78, formerly
of Culver, died Thursday in
Arrangements are pending at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver.
Saturday,
August 2, 2008
Phyllis J. Sutton
Aug. 30, 1944-July
31, 2008
Services for Phyllis J. SUTTON, 63, of
Kewanna, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans
Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel.
She passed away at 11:25 a.m. Thursday
at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.
Born Aug. 30, 1944, in Kewanna, she
was the daughter of Russell and Frances (Hite) Calhoun. On Feb. 21, 1976, in
Phyllis was a seamstress for more than
37 years at Hart Schaffner & Marx and she had also formerly worked at
Wal-Mart, both of
She attended
Survivors include her husband, Harold
L. Sutton Sr. of Kewanna; her mother, Frances Calhoun of Leiters Ford; two
sons, Bob Sutton and wife Sandy of Kewanna and Harold L. Sutton Jr. and wife
Krista of Culver; one daughter, Linda Reinholt and husband Art of Monterey; one
brother, Dennis Calhoun, Monterey; one sister, Janet Calhoun of Culver; five
grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her
father, Russell Calhoun; one son, Jim Sutton; one brother, Donald Calhoun; and
one grandson, Jim Reinholt.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel. Pastor
Steve McPeek will officiate at the service and burial will be at
Irene A. Town
Dec. 10, 1913-July
31, 2008
Irene A. TOWN, 94, of
Born west of
On Oct. 6, 1934, she married H.
Demoine Town near
Irene coveted her title as matriarch
of the family. She found great satisfaction with gardening both flowers and
vegetables. The veggies kept her busy during the harvest time with cooking and
canning. With love and great skill, she sewed for her family, making clothing
for them to wear during their early years. She delighted in talking on the
telephone and sharing the day's events with her friends.
An enthusiastic history buff, Irene
enjoyed studying and collecting memorabilia and creating photo albums as a
method to organize and preserve interesting tidbits of the past. She was
present when our own Fulton County Courthouse time capsule was cracked open.
She never missed a story authored by Jack Overmyer, recalling history and
trivia of the county and its cast of characters.
Irene was a loving mother who adored
her four children, Jack, Janet, Juanita, and Judy. With love and compassion,
she also cared for seven foster children during their formative years. As the
family tree expanded, she was looked to for wisdom and leadership in her roles
as Mom and Grandma. She dearly treasured each of her 12 special grandchildren
and 21 great-grandchildren, the newest edition coming last week on July 24.
Along with her appreciation of
history, Irene will be remembered for her gentle smile, twinkling eyes and
beautiful white hair with its distinct wave. She leaves her many friends and
family to cherish her memory.
She is survived by three daughters,
Janet Bridegroom and husband Tom, Avon, Juanita Yoder and husband John,
Middlebury, Pa., and Judy Evans and husband Mick, Rochester; a son, Jack Allen
Town and wife Peggy, Leesburg; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; two
sisters, Lorene Morgan, her twin, Rochester, and Beatrice Lewis, Rochester; and
a brother, Gerald Briney, Rochester.
She was also preceded in death by her
parents; a grandson,
A celebration of the life of Irene A.
Town will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Good Family Funeral Home,
Monday,
August 4, 2008
Hazel C. Jones
Jan. 11, 1921-Aug. 2,
2008
Hazel C. JONES, 87, Fort
Wayne, and longtime Rochester resident, passed away at 6:50 p.m. Saturday at
the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in
She was born Jan. 11, 1921 in
Mrs. Jones was a graduate of Blodgett
Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in
Mrs. Jones was a member of the
Survivors include her daughter, Janet
and husband Terry Meyer, Roseburg, Ore.; sons, Harry O. and wife Linda Jones,
Fort Wayne, Dewey George and wife Sue Jones, Marquette, Mich., Richard P. and
wife Kathy Jones, Duluth, Ga., and John A. Jones, Rochester; 18 grandchildren;
19 great-grandchildren; brother, Colonel (Ret.) John Dewey and wife Luella
Putnam, Oscoda, Mich.; and brother-in-law, Jack Smith, Litchfield, Mich.
She was preceded in death by her son,
Tyler S. Jones; grandson, Jacob Meyer; brothers, Dale Remus Putnam, Richard
Keith Putnam, Robert Frederick Putnam; and sister, Linda Lou Smith.
Funeral services will be conducted at
11 a.m. Saturday, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, with the Rev. Buck Padilla
officiating. Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, and one hour prior
to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in the
Donald L. Carter
Donald L. CARTER, 78, formerly
of Culver, died at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at his home in
He is survived by his wife, Agnes
Nolen; a son, Dr. Randy Carter,
Graveside services will be at noon Wednesday
at the
Hollis B. Babb
Hollis B. BABB, 86,
Hershel L. Maus
Hershel L. MAUS,
88, a resident of
Survivors include his son, Steven A.
Maus, Russiaville, and daughter, Beverly West of
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
August 5, 2008
Hollis Branson Babb
Hollis Branson
BABB, 86,
Survivors include two sons, Richard
Lee Babb,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Thursday at McClain Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
August 6, 2008
George L. Dawald
Dec. 31, 1924-Aug. 5,
2008
George L. DAWALD, Jr., 83, of
rural Roann, died at 6 a.m. Tuesday at
He was born Dec. 31, 1924, in
He married Betty Lou Conner in
He is survived by his wife, Betty L.
Dawald of Roann; daughter, Mary Lou (Ron) Scholz of Crawfordsville; son,
Timothy George Dawald of Roann; granddaughter, Haley Scholz of Crawfordsville;
sister, Marigold Lowe of Twelve Mile; and several nieces and nephews. He was
preceded in death by two brothers, Dick Dawald, who died in 2004, and Marx
Dawald, who died in 1977.
Funeral services will be held at
Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service,
Eugene Laytart
Eugene LAYTART, 66, Mentone,
died Saturday, Aug. 2.
Services will be at 5 p.m. Saturday,
Aug. 9, at Water of Life Church,
Thursday,
August 7, 2008
Truman L. Nordman
Truman
L. NORDMAN, 75, of
Arrangements are pending at Earl-Love
Funeral Home,
Friday,
August 8, 2008
Truman L. Nordman
Oct. 17, 1932-Aug. 6,
2008
Truman went home to be with the Lord on Aug. 6, 2008.
A resident of
Born in Disko, he was the son of
Adolph and Iva (Bolinger) Nordman. He graduated from
He served in the U.S. Army during the
Korean conflict and earned these awards: Korean Service Ribbon with one Bronze
Service Star, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and
He married Doris L. Hudson on Jan. 16,
1955, at Olive Branch Church of God.
He owned and operated Nordman Buildings
Inc., Roann. He then worked for 10 years at LAU Industries,
Survivors include his wife, Doris L.
Nordman; three children, Phillip (Cheryl) Nordman of Wabash, Peggy (Dean) Owens
of Mexico, and Craig (Bobbie) Nordman of Amboy; four brothers, Wayne (Earlene)
Nordman of Roann, Frank (Barbara) Nordman of Wabash, and Paul (Virginia)
Nordman of Lebanon, Johnson (Carol) Nordman of Kokomo; a sister-in-law, Ruth
Nordman of Silver Lake; seven grandchildren, Lyndi (Jay) Lancaster, Kimberly
(Matt) Bentley, Jon Christopher Nordman, Kristoffer Owens, Elizabeth Holms,
Steven (Nicole) Nordman and Dustin Nordman; and seven great-grandchildren,
Anthony Hubartt, Bayley Lancaster, Braxton Holms, Madisyn Nordman, Preston
Holms, Delaney Bentley, Jaxtin Holms.
He was preceded in death by his
parents; two sisters, Lois Teeter and Novella Nordman; and a brother, Adolph
(Junior) Nordman.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Monday at Earl-Love Funeral Home,
Saturday,
August 9, 2008
No Obituaries
Monday,
August 11, 2008
Richard
"Rick" Vance
Richard
"Rick" VANCE, 62,
Rick's family will receive friends
from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Good Family Funeral Home,
Bruce VanDerWeele
Bruce VanDerWEELE,
89,
Arrangements are pending with
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
August 12, 2008
Nancy Pennington
Nancy PENNINGTON, 54, North
Manchester, died Aug. 3 at
Survivors include her husband, Jerry
Pennington; sons Jeffrey Pennington, Mishawaka, and Chris Pennington, Fort
Wayne; daughters Jessica Diaz, North Manchester, and Kathy Mabry, Temple,
Texas; brothers Amos Conley, Tennessee, Norman Conley, Chickamauga, Ga., Alfred
Conley, Akron, and Jerry Conley, North Manchester; sisters Zefie Jackson,
Gracie Jackson and Christene Cornell, all of Akron, Martha Hancock and Lorene
Tesh, both North Manchester, and Izania Thorington, Peru.
Her funeral service was Aug. 6. Burial
was in
Bruce VanDerWeele
Bruce VanDerWEELE,
89,
Survivors include his wife, Vivian
VanDerWeele,
Cremation has taken place. A memorial
service will be at a later date.
Richard
"Rick" D. Vance
Richard
"Rick" David VANCE, 62,
Born Oct. 2, 1945, in
He founded Ad-Vance Magnetics Inc. in
1971, where he was president. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge no. 852,
Veterans of Foreign Wars no. 1343, Moose Lodge no. 1107, Elks Lodge no. 2120,
LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post no. 36.
Survivors include his wife Teri Vance,
at home; three daughters, Courtney D. Vance and fiancé Matthew Williams,
Indianapolis, Bethany Dewine, Chicago, and Brook Cygnar and husband, Chicago; a
son, Derrick D. Vance, Rochester; a sister, Roberta "Bobbee" Dewine,
Lawrenceville, Ga.; a nephew, Edward Vance Victor; three great-nephews, Gage,
Hunter and Nathan Cygnar; a step-son, Kyle M. Kamp, Chicago; friend Debbie
Vance; special uncle Dr. Thomas Vance and wife Carol, N.C., canine companion,
Charger the Great Dane; best friends Barbara and Jim Sargent; dedicated
colleague and friend, Kay Davis; several aunts; and his family at Ad-Vance
Magnetics.
Rick was a local, revered self-made
businessman-entrepreneur. In 1971 he founded Ad-Vance Magnetics, Inc. a company
that specializes in magnetic shielding used in many mediums including the NASA
space shuttle and rockets. As president of his company, he oversaw vast changes
over the past 35-plus years and success with a growing company which adapted to
meet the needs of its customers.
As a student Rick enjoyed the academic
rigors of the Universities of Arizona,
An avid golfer, he enjoyed hitting the
links at
As an armchair athlete, Rick followed
the USC Trojans, Chicago White Sox and the San Diego Chargers. His faithful
canine companion, Charger, a Great Dane, was named for his fondness of the
Rick was a very kind and thoughtful
gentleman who was always there to help others: Whether it was creating the
Eagles Golf Scholarship Fund, supporting the kids at Camp-We-Can, or his
passion for canines. Rick was always there for his Ad-Vance Magnetics family
and was the respected patriarch of the Vance family.
During his lifetime Rick made many
friends and knew no strangers. Among his most treasured friends are his
comrades "The Rat Pack." This was a special group of business
associates who shared common interests, among them the love of golf.
Rick will be missed by his many
business associates, "The Rat Pack", his family at Ad-Vance
Magnetics, his friends at the Eagles and most of all his loving family. He will
leave them all to cherish his memory and all of the good times they shared.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Mr.
Richard "Rick" D. Vance, will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, at the St.
Joseph Catholic Church with Father Burt Woolson. Rick's family will receive
friends from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday and on Thursday from 8:45 a.m. to
9:45 a.m. at the Good Family Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
August 13, 2008
John P. Kochanowski
John P. KOCHANOWSKI, 69,
He was born February 8, 1939 in Elwood,
the son of Stanley and Helen (Pedro) Kochanowski. On Sept. 5, 1992 in
Mr. Kochanowski was a retired tool and
die maker and an employee of Sears Roebuck in
Survivors include his wife Charlene
Kochanowski, Rochester; children, Lori and husband Curt Dillenbeck, Laurence,
Mich., Ron and wife Lynn Kochanowski, Feeding Hills, Mass., Bonnie and husband
Mitch Sailor, Elkhart, Darla Kroft, Ypsilanti, Mich., Teresa Riegle and friend
Dave Hersberger, Fishers, Clark Kroft and fiance' Fatima Zayed, Rochester;
twelve grandchildren; brothers, Don Kochanowski, South Bend, Mike and wife
Nancy Kochanowski, North Liberty; a sister, Veronica and husband George Vargo,
Granger. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial service will be conducted at
6 p.m. Thursday, August 14 at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Ralph A. Musselman
Ralph A. MUSSELMAN, 87, Twelve
Mile, died at 11:50 p.m. Sunday, August 10 at Caring Hands Health Care,
Survivors include four sons, Kenneth
Musselman, Donald Musselman, Roger Musselman, and Dallas Musselman, all of
Twelve Mile; one brother, Leonard Musselman; two sisters, Gertrude Townsend and
Elsie Rush, Rochester.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at McClain Funeral Home,
Bruce VanDerWeele
Funeral service and military honors
for Bruce VanDerWEELE,
89,
VanDerWeele died at 2 a.m. Sunday,
Aug. 3, at Miller’s Merry Manor,
Thursday,
August 14, 2008
No Obituaries
Friday,
August 15, 2008
No Obituaries
Saturday,
August 16, 2008
Charles 'Chuck' A.
Holloway
Nov. 10, 1921-Aug. 14, 2008
Charles "Chuck" A. HOLLOWAY, 86, of
Born in Burket, he was the son of Mace
A. and Ida Pearl Matthews Holloway. He graduated from
He married Hildabell Emmons on Aug.
31, 1940, in
He drove a milk route for Litchfield
Creamery,
He was well known for his boxing; he
won many championships including the Golden Gloves. He also loved to travel and
go fishing.
In addition to his wife, Hildabell
Holloway, Burket, he is survived by a daughter, Betty J. and husband Oscar
McCloughan, Akron; a son, Tom and wife Bonnie Holloway, Akron; seven
grandchildren, Steve and Rex Holloway, Anita VanAllen, Shelly Sausaman, Diane
Lance, Susan Hoffman, Lisa McCloughan; 12 great-grandchildren; three sisters,
Mary Phillips, Warsaw, Geraldine and husband Robert Hawley, Claypool, and
Marilyn and husband Earl Hall, Rochester; and a brother, Nelson and wife Gladys
Holloway, Burket.
He was preceded in death by a brother,
Arden Holloway, and two sisters, Margaret Zartman and Loretta Katherine
Holloway.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Monday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Virgil E. Fauser
Sept. 3, 1923-Aug.
14, 2008
Services for Virgil E. FAUSER, 84, Lake
Bruce, formerly of Dyer, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Harrison-Metzger
& Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna chapel.
He passed away at 8:20 p.m. Thursday
at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born Sept. 3, 1923, in
Virgil grew up on
Virgil enjoyed relaxing on the lake,
building birdhouses, fishing and playing pinochle. At Christmas, he loved
playing Santa Claus for his family and friends. Before retiring, Virgil and
Ruby enjoyed traveling during the winter to places such as
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ruby
J. Fauser, Lake Bruce; one son, James Fauser and his wife Mercedes of Dyer; two
daughters, Betty Burton and her husband Thomas of Lowell and Sharon Johnston
and her husband Gregory of Dyer; one sister, Vernetta White of Hammond; four
grandchildren, Maria Fuentes and her husband Geraldo, Frank Fauser and his wife
Karen, Eric Burton and his wife Hope, and Rachelle Blumenthal and her husband
Kenneth; 10 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several
nieces and nephews.
Virgil was preceded in death by his
parents, one brother and one sister.
Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel.
The Rev. Steven McPeek will officiate
at the services.
There will be additional calling hours
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central time Tuesday at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 8178
Cline Ave. in Schererville, with a service being held at 1 p.m. Central time.
Burial will follow in the
Online condolences may be sent to the
Fauser family at www.harrisonmetzger.com.
Monday,
August 18, 2008
No Obituaries
Tuesday,
August 19, 2008
Dawn S. Bearman
Dawn S.
(Halterman) BEARMAN, 32, passed
away Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008, at
Born in
Survivors include husband, Matthew L.
Bearman of
She was preceded in death by her
grandmother, Jean D. Halterman.
Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at
St. Peter Lutheran Church,
Robert Dielman
Robert DIELMAN,
69,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Robert A. Powell
Robert A. POWELL, 88, formerly
of
Survivors include his wife, Mary L.
Behny Powell, and a son, Monte Powell,
Graveside services will be at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at
Carol Jo VanDalsen
Carol Jo VanDALSEN, 56, died
Sunday in her
A memorial service will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses,
Wednesday,
August 20, 2008
Carol Jo VanDalsen
October 6,
1951-August 17, 2008
ROCHESTER - Carol Jo VanDALSEN, f/k/a Carol
J. Miller, 56, died at 1:20 a.m. Sunday, August 17, 2008, in her home after
battling papillary renal cell carcinoma for two and a half years.
She is survived by her former husband,
Allan VanDalsen of
She was preceded in death by one
sister, one brother and her mother, Dorothy A. Fish.
Carol was a member of the Jehovah's
Witnesses. Cremation will take place at Elkhart Cremation Services in
A memorial service will be held at 11
a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses,
Robert Dielman
Robert DIELMAN,
69, of
Survivors include his wife, Carol E.
Dielman, Elberton; three daughters, Deborah K. Dye, Brook, Charith E. Zickmund,
Elberton, and Bethany D. Spano,
Graveside services will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at
Phillip S. Grau
Phillip S. GRAU, 88, of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Eldora M. Kreilkamp
Eldora M., KREILKAMP, 93, of
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Thursday,
August 21, 2008
Robert Dielman
March 22, 1939-Aug.
17, 2008
Robert DIELMAN,
69, of 105 S. Thomas St.,
Born in Macy, he was the son of Earl
and Mabel Lewis Dielman, who preceded him in death. He graduated from
On Aug. 16, 1958, in
He worked in aeronautical technology
at Lockheed Martin at
A member of the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-Day Saints, he moved to
Survivors include his wife, Carol E.
Dielman, Elberton, Ga.; three daughters, Deborah K. Dye and husband Stephen of
Brook, Charith E. Zickmund and husband Joseph of Elberton, and Bethany D. Spano
and husband Donald of Edgewater, Fla.; a son, Daniel L. Dielman and wife Toni
of Grand Rapids, Mich.; 13 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; a brother,
Donald Dielman and wife Ann of Rochester; two sisters-in-law, Charlotte
Overfield and husband Bud of Kokomo and Sonia Fillyaw and husband O.T. of Live
Oak, Fla.; and a brother-in-law, Gary Smith and wife Avanell of Akron; and
nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at
Friday,
August 22, 2008
Charles 'Max' Grindle
Charles
"Max" GRINDLE, 93, Wabash,
died Thursday at Miller's Merry Manor East,
Survivors include his daughter,
Marlene Meyer, Wabash; his son, Rev. Maurice Grindle,
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service,
Richard 'Dick'
Aug. 21, 1943-Aug.
20, 2008
Richard "Dick" E. ROBISON, 64, of 1830
W. Olson Road,
A lifetime
Dick was a U.S. Army veteran; he
served during the Vietnam War from 1965 to 1967. He was proud to be a member of
"The Big Red One" Battalion.
After returning home, he founded and
owned Dick's Septic Service, which served
He married Marsha D. Miller in Culver
on July 8, 1967, and she survives at home.
Surviving with his wife, Marsha
Robison, are his son, Rex Robison and wife Kris,
In 1998, he and Rex founded R & R
Visual. He served the company as vice president until his retirement.
A talented musician, Dick played the
mandolin and a variety of guitars. His preferred instrument was his Gibson
Master Tone banjo. He looked forward to expressing himself with jam sessions
with his friends in the garage. His favorite musical styles were bluegrass and
country.
With remote in hand, Dick relaxed and
watched the Discovery Channel, reality TV or Fox.
He owned a collection of unique cars.
A funeral service for Dick Robison
will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Saturday,
August 23, 2008
Phillip S. Grau
Phillip S. GRAU, 88, of
Survivors include three sons, Robert
G. Grau,
Services will be at 11 a.m. today at
Haben Funeral Home,
Naomi Poyner
Naomi POYNER,
89, Kewanna, died at 3 a.m. Friday at Miller's Merry Manor, Culver.
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Kewanna Chapel.
Monday,
August 25, 2008
Naomi F. Poyner
Aug. 5, 1919 - Aug. 22, 2008
Naomi F. POYNER, 89, of
Culver, formerly of Kewanna, passed away at 3 a.m. Friday at Miller's Merry
Manor, Culver.
Born August 5, 1919, in
Mrs. Poyner was a retired
administration secretary from TRW Space Research Division,
She was a member of the National
American Legion Auxiliary, Quartus Foundation of
Survivors include one daughter, Ruth
Larkin of Kewanna; two grandchildren, Rob Mitchell of
She is preceded in death by her
husband, James R. Poyner in 1982, and one sister, Bea Harris.
There will be no services or calling.
Arrangements are being handled by
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel.
Online Condolences may be made to the
family at www.harrisonmetzger.com
Roger D. Robinson
Nov. 7, 1933 - Aug.
21, 2008
Roger D. ROBINSON, 74, lifetime
Atwood resident, died at 5:45 p.m. Thursday at
He was born in Atwood on Nov. 7, 1933
to Willard D. Robinson and Jessie M. Carpenter.
On Sept. 19, 1953, in Atwood, he
married Nellie (Titus) Robinson.
He began painting posts for Creighton
Brothers at the age of 14, and gathered eggs in the chicken houses on the
weekends until his high school graduation. He retired in March of 1996 after
spending the last 39 years in the feed mill. After retirement he helped Mike
and Dan Williamson with spring and fall farming and assisted on many levels at
Titus Funeral Home.
Roger was a member of Otterbein United
Methodist Church of Atwood, Atwood Lions Club, "Echoes from the Past"
tractor club where he showed Allis Chalmers and Farmall tractors in shows and
parades. He was also a member of Warsaw Masonic Lodge No. 73 Free &
Accepted Masons, Scottish Rite of Fort Wayne and Mizpah Shrine of
He was a woodworker who took pride in
building a variety of pieces, including furniture. He collected Snow Babies and
Hopi Indian carvings and coins. He enjoyed working in his vegetable garden and
yard. Roger was an avid fan of high school volleyball and basketball and was a
Civil War buff.
As a loving husband, father,
grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and member of the Titus Funeral Home staff,
Roger was deeply loved and respected. He will be greatly missed.
Survivors include his wife, Nellie
Robinson; one daughter, Aimee A. (Dennis) Kessie, Cheyenne, Wyo.; two sons, Jay
M. (Lana) Robinson, Tucson, Ariz., and Kirk B. (Kim) Robinson, Akron; eight
grandchildren, Angela (Chad) Gebert, Andrew Robinson, Emily (Kirk) Proctor,
Kyle (Megan) Robinson, Kara Robinson, Alexandra (Jordan) Jesse, Mason Kessie,
Wyatt Kessie; five great-grandchildren, Carl Hartwell III, Chloe Gebert,
Cassandra Gebert, Bryce Proctor, Aubrey Proctor; one sister, Donna Jane (Jim)
Truex, Warsaw; one brother, Glen D. Robinson, Warsaw.
He was preceded in death by his
parents, Willard Robinson, April 5, 1983 and Jessie Robinson, April 27, 2001;
and a grandson, James Popenfoose, Dec. 26, 1996.
Visitation was Sunday from 2 p.m. to 8
p.m. at Titus Funeral Home,
Memorial contributions may be made to
Cancer Services of Fort Wayne,
Laurence Norris
Arrangements are pending at the Good
Family Funeral Home.
Tuesday,
August 26, 2008
Laurence Hubert
Norris
Laurence
Hubert NORRIS, 94, of
Survivors include his wife, Mary L.
Norris, at home; two daughters, Doris Ann Goode,
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
August 27, 2008
Dr. Carl Boyd
Dr. Carl BOYD, 65, Culver,
died Monday in
Arrangements are pending at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver.
Laurence Hubert
'Buck' Norris
July 5, 1914-Aug. 24,
2008
Laurence Hubert "Buck" NORRIS, 94, of
On July 5, 1914, Laurence was born in
his family's modest log home near
He began developing his work ethic at
an early age while farming with his Dad and brothers. As a junior in high
school, Laurence often drove the school bus for his father during harvest and
planting seasons, assuring the neighborhood kids got to school.
Laurence graduated from
On Feb. 15, 1940, he married
Marguerite Slonaker.
Following the bombing of
At the conclusion of the war, Laurence
returned to
Serving the citizens of
Following his tenure as Sheriff,
Laurence became a full-time dairy farmer. In addition, he raised cattle and
grew corn. Upon his retirement and with a vision for preservation, Laurence
became a conservationist and planted more than 53,000 trees of various species
on 130 acres of his 180-acre farm.
Concluding his career was a stint with
the Indiana State Highway Department.
He belonged to
In September 1994, after 54 years of
marriage, Marguerite sadly passed following a 15-year struggle with Parkinson's
Disease.
On Aug. 25, 1996, Laurence married
Mary Louise Goodner at
Laurence will be remembered for his
strong faith, supreme courage and dedication to his country, respect and love
for his family, the special town named Fulton and all those who surrounded him.
He experienced the simplest pleasures and withstood the challenges of some of
the darkest hours. Laurence embraced life each day with a zest for living. His
greatest pleasure came from bragging about and visiting his children and
grandchildren.
Laurence H. "Buck" Norris
was an example of integrity and honesty, an inspiration to all who were honored
to know him. He leaves behind many friends and his loving family to cherish his
memory and remember the good times they shared.
He is survived by his wife, Mary L.
Norris, of Woodbridge, Logansport; two daughters, Doris Ann Goode and husband
Tim, Rochester, and Doreen Ehresman and husband Steve, Lafayette; a son, David
Norris and wife Janet, Mishawaka; four grandchildren, Mary Ehresman and William
Ehresman of Lafayette and Antoinette Franklin and Darrell Davis of Mishawaka.
He was also preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter, Brenda Kay
Norris, in 1941; and his brothers.
A celebration of his life will be at
11 a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
William 'Lee' Sheets
April 15, 1910 – Aug. 26, 2008
William
"Lee" SHEETS, 98, formerly
of 117 Ohio St.,
He was in failing health for two
years.
Born in
In November 1938, he married Louise
Oliver in
He worked numerous jobs. He worked for
the railroad at
Lee loved to hear and tell jokes.
He was a member of
Survivors include his wife, Dorotha M.
Sheets, at home; a stepdaughter, Sheila Poe,
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Thursday,
August 28, 2008
Walter J. Brown
Mr. Brown was born on Aug. 4, 1920, in
He graduated from
He was predeceased by two brothers,
Jesse A. Brown and Lawrence M. Brown, both of
Surviving are a sister, Ella Mae
Holloway of
A memorial service was held at
Georgetown Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, Aug. 20, with the Rev. Stephen
Wilkins and the Rev. William Puckett officiating. Memorials may be made to the
Georgetown Presbyterian Church,
Gladys Smiley
Aug. 20, 1929-Aug.
24, 2008
Gladys SMILEY,
79, of 4343 Schumacher Road, 181 E. Sixth St., Sebring, Fla., died at 11:45
a.m. Sunday at home in Sebring.
She married John Smiley in July 1970
in
She owned and operated a hair salon in
Survivors include a son, Gary Scholz,
Homer,
She was preceded in death by her
sisters, Joyce Truax and Jean Jenkins, and a grandson, Jeffrey Gowdy.
At her request, no service will be
held. Interment will be in Sebring. Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd
Hospice,
Laurence Hubert
'Buck' Norris
July 5, 1914 – Aug. 24, 2008
Laurence Hubert "Buck" NORRIS, 94, of
On July 5, 1914, Laurence was born in
his family's modest log home near
He began developing his work ethic at
an early age while farming with his Dad and brothers. As a junior in high
school, Laurence often drove the school bus for his father during harvest and
planting seasons, assuring the neighborhood kids got to school.
Laurence graduated from
On Feb. 15, 1940, he married
Marguerite Slonaker.
Following the bombing of
At the conclusion of the war, Laurence
returned to
Serving the citizens of
Following his tenure as Sheriff,
Laurence became a full-time dairy farmer. In addition, he raised cattle and
grew corn. Upon his retirement and with a vision for preservation, Laurence
became a conservationist and planted more than 53,000 trees of various species
on 130 acres of his 180-acre farm.
Concluding his career was a stint with
the Indiana State Highway Department.
He belonged to
In September 1994, after 54 years of
marriage, Marguerite sadly passed following a 15-year struggle with Parkinson's
Disease.
On Aug. 25, 1996, Laurence married
Mary Louise Goodner at
Laurence will be remembered for his
strong faith, supreme courage and dedication to his country, respect and love
for his family, the special town named Fulton and all those who surrounded him.
He experienced the simplest pleasures and withstood the challenges of some of
the darkest hours. Laurence embraced life each day with a zest for living. His
greatest pleasure came from bragging about and visiting his children and
grandchildren.
Laurence H. "Buck" Norris
was an example of integrity and honesty, an inspiration to all who were honored
to know him. He leaves behind many friends and his loving family to cherish his
memory and remember the good times they shared.
He is survived by his wife, Mary L.
Norris, of Woodbridge, Logansport; two daughters, Doris Ann Goode and husband
Tim, Rochester, and Doreen Ehresman and husband Steve, Lafayette; a son, David
Norris and wife Janet, Mishawaka; four grandchildren, Mary Ehresman and William
Ehresman of Lafayette and Antoinette Franklin and Darrell Davis of Mishawaka.
He was also preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter, Brenda Kay
Norris, in 1941; and his brothers.
A celebration of his life will be at
11 a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday,
August 29, 2008
Carl R. Boyd
Carl R. BOYD, 65, Culver,
died Monday at Harmony Guest Home,
Survivors include his wife, Cherylynn
Boyd, Culver; two sons, Michael Boyd,
His funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Saturday at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, with visitation from 10 a.m.
until the service.
Darren C. Hanley
March 4, 1970-Aug.
26, 2008
Darren C. HANLEY, 38,
He was born in
On May 31, 2003, he married Katie R.
Schrader in
He worked at Square D in
He was an avid Harley rider and also
enjoyed fishing, golfing, camping and boating.
In addition to his wife, Katie R.
Hanley, he is survived by his father, Dick Hanley, Rochester; his mother, Lora
Stalter, Kokomo; his son, Justin C. Hanley, Kokomo; his sister, Michelle Hinze,
Logansport; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Melissa and Craig Armstrong, Elkhart,
Paul and Dawn Schrader, Mentone, and Sarah and Sean Garrison, Macy; nieces and
nephews, who knew him as BoBo, Collin Hinze, Colby Hinze, Michelle Armstrong,
Graig Armstrong, Mike Schrader, Cayla Schrader, Bryce Garrison; and several
aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his
grandparents, Charles "Jerry" and Eva Jane Hanley, Charles Wyrick and
Wilma Wyrick, and an uncle, Ken Wyrick.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, Lincoln Road Chapel,
Evelyn Frances
Hutchison
June 16, 1924-Aug.
21, 2008
Word has been received of the death of
Evelyn HUTCHISON, 84, of
Born June 16, 1924 in
Evelyn, a graduate of Copley School of
Nursing in
She spent many summers in
Evelyn was a member of Our Lady of
Good Counsel Catholic Church and Copley School of Nursing Alumni, and was an
avid Chicago Cubs fan.
Survivors include one brother, Edward
Doyle and wife, Evelyn, Naperville; one sister, Marie Robinson and the late
Robert, Naperville; her children, James (Carol) Hutchison, Sandwich, Ill.,
Betsy (Dave) Stowasser, Rochester, John (Cindy) Hutchison, Aurora, Jody Nila,
Safety Harbor, Fla., and Deborah (Brian) Petersohn, Montgomery, Ill.; her
grandchildren, Troy (Toni) Hutchison, David (Susie) Stowasser, Brett (Angie)
Stowasser, Amanda (Jeremy) Richey, Christopher Hutchison, Tabitha Hutchison,
Joshua (Kristy) Petersohn, Jacob Petersohn, Steven Hutchison and Ashley
Hutchison; her great-grandchildren, Andrew, Cheyenne, Luke, Alexa, Jenna,
Nathan and Jase; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband,
Robert Hutchison in 2006; her parents; her sister, Ellen Doyle; and her
brother, Robert Doyle.
Funeral services were Monday, Aug. 25,
in
Memorials may be made in her memory to
Our Lady of Good Counsel Restoration Fund,
Marjorie Jean Reiter
March 2, 1922-Aug.
27, 2008
Marjorie Jean REITER, 86,
She was born on March 2, 1922, in
Mrs. Reiter is survived by six sons,
Clark A. (Emily) Reiter of Plymouth, Stephen D. Reiter of South Bend,Thomas G.
(Maria) Reiter of Novi, Mich., Bret E. (Linda) Reiter of Linden, Mich., Timothy
F. Reiter of South Bend, and Kent A. (Lori) Reiter of Mishawaka; 11
grandchildren, Kevin A. (Laurie) Reiter, Kenneth A. (Debbie) Reiter, Troy S. (Kim
Buss) Reiter, Jennifer R. (Michael) Reiter-Vela, Craig G. (Carolina) Reiter,
Ryan T. Reiter, Corey M. Reiter, Sara K. (Michael) McClaran, Adam M. Reiter,
Robert E. (Lindsay) Lusk and Eric G. Reiter. She is also survived by eight
great-grandchildren, Nathan Reiter, Aaron Reiter, Benjamin Reiter, Shane
Reiter, Brandi Reiter, Charlotte Reiter, Clementine Reiter and Cassidy Lusk;
sister-in-law, Zana Daniels of Rochester; two nieces, Debsie Dyer and Denise
Johnson; and nephew, Daniel Daniels. A brother, Charles Garwood Daniels
preceded her in death.
Mrs. Reiter was raised in
She attended the
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday in the
Palmer Funeral Home-Lakeville is handling
the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may
be offered to the Humane Society,
Saturday,
August 30, 2008
No Obituaries
Monday,
September 1, 2008
No Paper-Holiday
Tuesday,
September 2, 2008
Donna Berniece Anglin
March 3, 1929 – Aug.
30, 2008
Donna Berniece ANGLIN, 79, of
She was born March 3, 1929 in Mentone,
to Lee R. and Lillie M. (Mikesell) Holloway.
She attended
She is survived by her husband of 59
years, Robert L. Anglin of Wabash; five children, Ellen Elaine (James)
Carrothers of Shoddy Daisy,
Funeral services will be held at
Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service,
Preferred memorial is Wabash-Miami
Home Healthcare and Hospice or ARC of Wabash County.
The memorial guest book for Donna may
be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Phyllis Diane Wagley
Phyllis
Diane WAGLEY, 62, of
Survivors include her husband, Allen
Wagley,
Her funeral Service will be at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
September 3, 2008
Rebecca M. Fribley
Rebecca M. FRIBLEY, 91, formerly
of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Janice E. Gard
Sept. 11, 1948—Aug.
31, 2008
Janice E. GARD, age 59, of
1856 Indiana 10, Bourbon, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Sunday at
11:30 a.m. in her home, of pancreatic cancer.
Jan was born, the daughter of Lowell
T. Gard and JoHannah Slough Gard, on Sept. 11, 1948, at
Jan was a graduate of
Janice is survived by her mother,
JoHannah Gard of Bourbon, and her three brothers, Gregory and wife Diane Gard
of Rochester, Jeffery and wife Joyce Gard of New Carlisle, and Eric and wife
Janie Gard of Carmel.
She was preceded in death by her
father, Lowell, and a baby nephew, Andrew Gard.
A funeral service to celebrate Jan’s
life will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in
Claude Irvin Tully Jr.
May 23, 1923 – Sept.
1, 2008
Claude Irvin TULLY Jr., 85,
Born in Claypool, he was the son of
Claude Irvin Tully Sr. and Lusina Dawn Warner.
He married M. June Study on Dec. 1945, in Claypool. She died Jan. 30, 2003. He married Betty Lou Morrison Ford on Feb.
14, 2005, in
Capt. Claude I. Tully entered the
naval service in 1943 as an Aviation Cadet.
He had orders to a Pacific Fleet Fighter Squadron, but with the end of
World War II, his orders were changed and he soon reported for duty with the
Night Fighter Squadron based at
At various times in his career, he
received training at
He served as a ship’s officer aboard
two carriers and as squadron fighter pilot aboard five different carriers. After a final two years as Fighter Training
Officer on Staff, Commander Fleet Air Force,
He was a customer service
representative for R.R. Donnelley and Sons for 19 years.
He was a member of St. Anne’s
Episcopal Church,
Survivors include his wife, Betty Lou
Tully,
In addition to his first wife, he was
preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Tully and Jeanette Perry.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church,
Cynthia T. Campbell
Sept. 2, 1955 – Sept.
2, 2008
Cynthia “Cindy” T. CAMPBELL, 53, of
Funeral services will be held 4 p.m.
Thursday at the First Baptist Church in Fitzgerald with Rev. Jim Faircloth and
Rev. Kelly Brown officiating. Interment
will follow in
` Born Sept. 2, 1955, in Rochester, to the
late Wilford Harrison Tribby and the late Kathleen Livingston Tribby, she
graduated from Rochester High School and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree at
Franklin College outside Indianapolis.
She received a master’s degree from
A teacher for 27 years, she loved her
profession and had a positive impact on many young people in the Fitzgerald
area. Mrs. Campbell was past president
of the Fitzgerald Junior Women’s club, member of the Georgia Association of
Educators, The National Association of Educators, Red Hatters and a faithful
member of
Cindy was known for her “power
shopping” excursions. She enjoyed
traveling, watching the Purple Hurricanes on Friday nights, fellowshipping with
her friends and was a tremendous blessing to her family.
She is survived by her husband, James
H. Campbell of Fitzgerald; sons and daughter-in-law, James Tyer Campbell and
fiancée Ashley Lee of
Memorials may be made to the First
Baptist Church Memorial Fund,
To sign the online registry for Cindy
Campbell, go to www.paulkfuneralhome.com.
Paulk Funeral Home, Fitzgerald, is in charge of arrangements.
Thursday,
September 4, 2008
Rebecca May Fribley
Rebecca May FRIBLEY, 91, formerly
of
Survivors include daughters, Dorothy
Frayer,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday
at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Matthew Fred Thompson
Matthew Fred THOMPSON, 29, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Friday,
September 5, 2008
Evelyn Elaine Bolen
Evelyn Elaine BOLEN, 17, of 2611
S. 550 West, Warsaw, a junior at Tippecanoe Valley High School, died Wednesday
at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.
Survivors include her parents, Norma
and Delbert Bolen, Warsaw; four sisters, Peggy Davis, Warsaw, Norma Hodges,
Mentone, Regina Bolen, Claypool, and April Meade, Mentone; and a brother, Noble
Bolen, Warsaw.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at
Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home,
Matthew Fred Thompson
March 9-Sept. 2, 2008
Matthew
"Matt" Fred THOMPSON, 29, of
Matt died of injuries sustained in a
motocross accident at Red Bud race track,
Born in
He worked for Planetechs at AAR,
Survivors include his mother, Patty
Thompson,
He was preceded in death by his
father, Gregory Thompson, on March 2, 1979; his grandmother, Lois Thompson; and
his grandfather, William Fred Cherry Jr.
Friends may visit with the family from
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Saturday,
September 6, 2008
Ronald Mark Alber
Ronald Mark ALBER, 64, 4233 E.
300 North,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Monday,
September 8, 2008
No Obituaries
Tuesday,
September 9, 2008
Ronald Mark Alber
Oct. 16, 1943-Sept. 5, 2008
Ronald Mark ALBER, 64, of 4233
E. 300 North,
The son of Thurle and Glendola
Cummings Alber, Mark was born in
He married Jill Daulton on Sept. 18,
1993, and she survives at home.
He retired from R.R. Donnelley &
Sons Co.,
He enjoyed rabbit and duck hunting.
In addition to his wife, Jill Daulton
Alber, he is survived by two daughters, Traci Benzing and husband Michael and
Peggy Hurst of Rochester; five sons, Mark Alber and wife Shelly, Warsaw, Paul
Alber and wife Holly, Nathan Alber, Dustin Overmyer and wife Robin, and Eric
Hammel and wife Valerie, all of Rochester; 16 grandchildren; a sister, Elaina
Henry and husband Bruce, Indianapolis; and a brother, Joe Alber, Rochester.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Per Mark's request, there will be no
local visitation or services. He will be buried at sea. Good Family Funeral
Home,
Gregory R. Gard
May 28, 1947-Sept. 6, 2008
Gregory R. GARD, age 61, of
788 W. Indiana 14,
Greg was born the son of Lowell T.
Gard and JoHannah Slough Gard on May 28, 1947, at
Greg was a graduate of
Greg is survived by: Diane Wheadon of
Rochester; his four children, Heath and wife Gwenda Gard of Middlebury, Fla.,
Trina Gard of Bourbon, Laurie Wheadon of Ligonier and Jim Wheadon of Rochester.
He was also blessed with three grandchildren, along with his mother, JoHannah
Gard of Bourbon, and his two brothers, Jeffery and wife Joyce Gard of New
Carlisle, and Eric and wife Janie Gard of Carmel. Greg also has two nieces, a
nephew and his beloved dog, "Rail."
He was preceded in death by his
father, Lowell, and his sister, Janice, who passed away only a week ago.
A funeral service to celebrate Greg's
life will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at
Susan Henderson Meyer
May 9, 1938-Sept. 5, 2008
Susan
Henderson MEYER, 70, passed
away Friday, Sept. 5, 2008, at Hickory Creek nursing home,
She was born in
The family then moved to
The couple married and Pete entered
the Army Signal Corps, living in
Susan and Pete lived in several
locations in
Susan leaves behind her loving
husband, Pete Meyer of
A family memorial service will be held
at a later date.
Wednesday,
September 10, 2008
Lora Lowe Olmsted
Lora Lowe OLMSTED, 84, of
Survivors include her husband, Don
Olmsted,
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at the Church of the Nazarene,
Rosie Owens
Feb. 28, 1913-Sept. 7, 2008
Rosie OWENS,
95, formerly of
Born in
She was a homemaker and farmer and
belonged to Gospel Hill Pentecostal Church of God,
Survivors include her sons, Edward
(Faye) Owens, Claypool, Earman (Ivy) Owens, Silver Lake, Earl (Kathy) Owens,
Tacoma, Wash., and Ellis (Dee) Owens, Alexandria; daughters, Mrs. Bill (Norma)
Meade, South Whitley, Centha McKenzie, Roann, Mrs. Don (Sue) Murphy, South
Whitley, Mrs. Larry (Bonnie) Shepherd, North Manchester; a sister-in-law, Irene
Howard, Rochester; 29 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren and 28
stepgreat-grandchildren; and 16 great-great-grandchilden.
She was preceded in death by two
daughters, Edith Minnix and Juanita Wolford; four brothers and six sisters;
three grandsons; one daughter-in-law, two sons-in-law; one half brother and one
half sister.
Her funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
today at Gospel Hill Pentecostal Church of God,
Thursday,
September 11, 2008
Lora Lowe Olmsted
June 4, 1924-Sept. 9,
2008
Lora Lowe OLMSTED, 84, of
Born in
She married Rev. Donald
"Don" Vincent Olmsted on Aug. 28, 1947, in
She was a homemaker and pastor's wife.
She taught school in
Lora enjoyed crocheting and created
love gifts of afghans, dolls and scarves for family and special friends. As a
talented seamstress she mended for her family. She will be remembered for her
thoughtfulness, for sending greeting cards to others for anniversaries,
birthdays, during illness and just because.
In addition to her husband, Don
Olmsted, Rochester, she is survived by a son, Stephen Olmsted and wife Susan,
Rochester; a daughter-in-law, Bonnie (Olmsted) Peterson and husband Dwight,
Sturgis, S.D.; grandchildren, Brenda Olmsted, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Hope Eaton
and husband John, Fort Wayne, Scott Faricelli and wife Cathy, Tinley Park,
Ill., Craig Olmsted, Bismark, N.D., and Candace Foust and husband Shane,
Huntington; two great-granddaughters and three great-grandsons; and a brother,
Warren Lowe, Hiawatha, Kansas.
She was preceded in death by her
parents and two sons, David Olmsted on April 28, 1996, and Daryl Olmsted on
Aug. 28, 2001.
A celebration of life for Lora L.
Olmsted will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Church of the Nazarene, 1987
Southway 31,
D. Lisa Shriver Shinn
D. Lisa
Shriver SHINN, 51,
Survivors include her husband, Ron;
daughters, Tricia Tafoya and Leigh Shinn; son, Christopher; and parents, Glenn
and Patricia Shriver.
A memorial service will be at 6:30
p.m. Saturday at Desert Christian Fellowship,
Friday,
September 12, 2008
Everett SMITH, 82, of 3377
W.
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Lora Lowe Olmsted
June 4, 1924-Sept. 9,
2008
Lora Lowe OLMSTED, 84, of
Born in
She married Rev. Donald
"Don" Vincent Olmsted on Aug. 28, 1947, in
She was a homemaker and pastor's wife.
She taught school in
Lora enjoyed crocheting and created
love gifts of afghans, dolls and scarves for family and special friends. As a
talented seamstress she mended for her family. She will be remembered for her
thoughtfulness, for sending greeting cards to others for anniversaries,
birthdays, during illness and just because.
In addition to her husband, Don
Olmsted, Rochester, she is survived by a son, Stephen Olmsted and wife Susan,
Rochester; a daughter-in-law, Bonnie (Olmsted) Peterson and husband Dwight,
Sturgis, S.D.; grandchildren, Brenda Olmsted, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Hope Eaton
and husband John, Fort Wayne, Scott Faricelli and wife Cathy, Tinley Park,
Ill., Craig Olmsted, Bismark, N.D., and Candace Foust and husband Shane,
Huntington; two great-granddaughters and three great-grandsons; and a brother,
Warren Lowe, Hiawatha, Kansas.
She was preceded in death by her
parents and two sons, David Olmsted on April 28, 1996, and Daryl Olmsted on
Aug. 28, 2001.
A celebration of life for Lora L.
Olmsted will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Church of the Nazarene, 1987
Southway 31,
Saturday,
September 13, 2008
Robert J. Berns
Robert J. BERNS, 72,
Survivors include his wife, Geri Hittle
Berns; a daughter, Julie Sloma,
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at
Hahn-Groeber Funeral Home, Lafayette, with visitation one hour prior to the
service.
June 23, 1926-Sept.
11, 2008
He was born on June 23, 1926, in
He married Joanna Brashaber on Sept.
2, 1949, in
In 1961, Everett, Joanna and their
family settled in northwestern
Each year, Everett and Joanna planted
a large vegetable garden and sweet corn in the field nearest their home. They
looked forward to sharing the harvest with family and special friends. Flower
gardens embraced their home; they planted 600-700 Gladiolus bulbs annually.
In addition to his busy life with
family and on the farm,
His voice was heard as past president
of the Indiana Angus Association and life member of the American Angus Association.
He leaves behind his loving wife,
adoring children and grandchildren, his fellow farmers and his community
associates to cherish his memory.
Survivors include his wife, Joanna
Smith, at home; a daughter, Lael George and husband David, Indianapolis; three
sons, Tom E. Smith, Rochester, Greg Smith and wife Audrey, Anderson, and Marc
Smith and wife Jennifer, Philadelphia, Pa.; eight grandchildren, Katherine,
Rachel and Stephen George of Indianapolis, Andy, Tony and Angela Smith of
Anderson, and Reed and Lily Smith of Philadelphia; a sister, Joan Kennedy and
husband Don, Mt. Comfort; and four brothers, Ross Smith and wife Ruth,
Bloomington, Richard Smith and wife Ann, Washington, James Smith and wife Joan,
Walpole, N.H., and John Smith and wife Kay, Campbellsburg.
He was preceded in death by his
parents and three sisters, Mary Frances Smith, Marie Conrad and Ruth Libkie.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Everett Smith will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Gilbert E. Weller
Feb. 10, 1924-Sept.
11, 2008
Gilbert Eugene WELLER, 84, of
Gilbert was born Feb. 10, 1924, in
He married Betty Louise Wentzel on
Aug. 28, 1948, at
Gilbert was a Standard Oil agent in
Kewanna,
He enjoyed riding motorcycles for many
years, but gave it up after a serious accident in the 1980s. He also enjoyed
reading, woodworking and spending time with his grandsons.
In addition to his wife, Betty L.
Weller, he is survived by two daughters, Tonia Weller and husband Michael Kenny
and Kathy L. Furnivall and husband Rick of Rochester; two grandsons, James
Furnivall of Elkhart and Jeffrey Furnivall and wife Ashley of Rochester; one
great-grandson, Braydn Jeffrey Furnivall of Rochester; a sister, Betty Godfrey
of Lafayette; and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his
parents; a sister, Virginia; and a brother, Frederick.
A funeral service to celebrate
Gilbert's life will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Monday,
September 15, 2008
Chester L. NESS, 66,
Survivors include a son; two brothers,
Tom Ness of
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
today at Cunningham Funeral Home,
Kenneth L. Ryman
Kenneth L. RYMAN, 89,
Arrangements are pending at King
Memorial Home,
Tuesday,
September 16, 2008
Emerson C. 'Mike'
Leslie
July 2, 1922-Sept.
14, 2008
Emerson C. "Mike" LESLIE, age 86,
Born on July 2, 1922, in Wolcott, he
was the son of Clarence and
He was married on May 17, 1967, in
Mike was a retired Sears Roebuck sales
representative.
He is also survived by three sons,
Roger (Joyce) Leslie, Charles (Linda) Leslie and Keith Leslie (companion Diane
Campbell), all of Logansport; stepdaughters, Gayle Griffith, Atlanta, Ga., and
Dayle Maggart, Huntertown; a stepson, Rick Wilson, Knoxville, Tenn.; sisters,
Ruby Sider, Mexico, Alma Houser, Delphi, Norma (Marvin) Klingerman, Plymouth,
and Edie Shafer, Peru; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several
nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a brother,
Kenneth Leslie, and a sister, Faye Leslie.
His funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Thursday at Kroeger Funeral Home,
Jan. 10, 1942-Sept.
11, 2008
He was born Jan. 10, 1942, in Kewanna
to Roy E. and Lillian E. (Button)
Survivors include his son, Chester L.
Ness Jr.; his grandson, Chester L. Ness III; two brothers, Tom and Carol Ness
of
A memorial service was held at 10 a.m.
on Monday, Sept. 15, at Cunningham Funeral Home,
Kenneth L. Ryman
June 29, 1919-Sept.
14, 2008
Kenneth L. RYMAN, 89, formerly
of
Born in Atwood, he was the son of Roy
and
A retired carpenter, he worked for
Miller and Sons,
He enjoyed growing flowers and
gardening over the years. He attended
Survivors include four sons, Jerry
Ryman and wife Cheryl, Warsaw, Robert Ryman, Spartanburg, S.C., Fred Ryman and
wife Mary, Fort Wayne, and Douglas Ryman and wife Vonda, Claypool; eight
grandchildren, Angela and Randy Heinsman, Nicole and Matt Dick, Ben Ryman,
Jared Ryman, Jennifer and Karl Gueber, Alisha Ryman, Michael Ryman and Matt
Ryman; eight great-grandchildren; and a sister, Laura Belle Roberts, Atwood.
In addition to his wife, Pauline
Ryman, he was preceded in death by a son; his sister, Marcella McKibbin; and a
brother, Lester Ryman.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday at King Memorial Home,
Wednesday,
September 17, 2008
Frances Allene
Biddinger
July 16, 1912-Sept.
16, 2008
Frances Allene BIDDINGER, 96, of Life
Care Center, 827 W. 13th Street,
She was born on July 16, 1912, in
Mrs. Biddinger had been a homemaker
and, along with her husband, farmed and raised purebred hogs. She was a member
of the
Survivors include her son, Virgil and
wife Phyllis Biddinger,
Funeral services will be conducted at
10:30 a.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Richard Oren Burns
Jan. 1, 1920-Sept.
15, 2008
Richard Oren BURNS, 88, formerly
of
Born Jan. 1, 1920, in
On Feb. 13, 1943, in
A devoted Christian, he was a member
of the
Surviving are three daughters, Barbara
E. Mikesell and husband Wade L., Rochester, Sharon R. Hartzell, Winchester,
Jayne M. Walker and husband John L., Peru; eight grandchildren, Elaine
Howdeshell, Carl Hartzell, Richard Mikesell, David Hartzell, Holly Alber,
Jennifer Musser, Scott Hartzell and Janet Lowe; 12 great-grandchildren; one
brother, Ed Burns, Denver; and three sisters, Mary Louise Day, Peru, Regina
Vigar, Rochester, and Louella Davis, Wabash.
Two brothers, Victor and Robert Burns,
and a son-in-law, Ronald Hartzell, preceded him in death.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at
the
Thursday,
September 18, 2008
Wilbur Dean McCroskey
Wilbur Dean
McCROSKEY, 81,
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton.
Marian Kastner
Nickels
Feb. 21, 1943-Sept.
16, 2008
Marian Kastner NICKELS, 65 years
old, of
She was born Feb. 21, 1943, in
She is also survived by one daughter,
Laura Lee Nickels of Pekin, Ill., and one son, Kevin Michael, his wife
Elizabeth, and four grandchildren, John, Mark, Margaret and Katherine of San
Antonio, Texas; three sisters, Kathleen (Thomas) McLaughlin of Bowling Green,
Ohio, Patricia (Michael) Verlodt of Wonder Lake, Ill., Margaret Kastner,
Lewisburg, Pa.; and two brothers, Michael (Marci) Kastner of St. Joseph, Mich.,
and Timothy (Joan) Kastner of Pine City, N.Y. She also leaves several nieces
and nephews.
Marian graduated from
She was a member of St. Joseph
Catholic Church in
Friday,
September 19, 2008
Ester D. Shepherd
Ester Darline
'Sis' SHEPHERD, 56,
She is survived by her husband, Randy
Shepherd, and one son, Travis Dail; three brothers, LeRoy Karn, Delong, Eugene
Karn, South Bend, Darvin Karn, Florida, and one sister, Patricia Kuykendoll,
Delong.
Her funeral service is at 1 p.m.
Monday at Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver. Visitation will be at Bonine-Odom
Funeral Home, Culver, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to
service.
Wilbur Dean McCroskey
Wilbur Dean McCROSKEY 81,
He was born on April 23, 1927 in
Mr. McCroskey had been a farmer, was a
U.S. Army veteran of World War II and had been a member of the
Survivors include his daughter, Connie
Jean and husband Jim Miller,
Graveside services will be conducted
at
Saturday,
September 20, 2008
Earl D. Floor
Nov. 16, 1916-Sept.
19, 2008
Earl D. FLOOR, 91, formerly
of
Born in
He worked for 36 years at General
Tire,
Survivors include four daughters,
Deloris and Max Thompson, Claypool, Joan and Jim Bucher, Akron, Karen and
Bennie French, Claypool, and Sharon Floor, Akron; two sons, Larry L. and Ann
Floor, Akron, and Michael and Claudette Floor, Dryden, N.Y.; two sisters, Grace
and Harlen Thompson, Arcadia, and Ruth Rudo, Muncie; a stepdaughter, Lois and
Larry Scott, Warsaw; a stepson, Harold Harmon, Atco, N.J.; 23 grandchildren; 29
great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by a
granddaughter, Jody French, and five brothers, Carl, Richard, Harold, Ralph Jr.
and Eugene Floor.
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Monday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Merle 'Shorty' Cox
July 13, 1936-Sept.
18, 2008
Services for Merle "Shorty" COX, 72, Kewanna,
will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
He died at 9:33 p.m. Thursday at
Born July 13, 1936, in Thornhope, he
was the son of the late Francis Leslie and Leona (Tharp) Cox.
Shorty was a veteran of the United
States Army. He owned and operated his own business, Shorty & Sons Disposal
Service, for many years.
He was a wonderful man and you could
call him anything but selfish. He gave his life for his family and his friends.
He will be truly missed.
He was a member of
Survivors include his wife, Tammy
(Reynolds) Cox, Kewanna; two daughters, Tewanna Smith of Rochester and Maxine
Cox of Kewanna; five sons, Cameron Lipscomb of Owensboro, Ky., Terry Murray and
his wife Tina of Kyle, Texas, Merle "Jr" Pierce of Kewanna, Douglas
Cox and his wife Jessica, and Charles Mounce, all of Macy; and 13
grandchildren. He also helped raise two foster sons, Tim Minnor of Winamac and
Bernie Hawkey of
Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Monday at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service Tuesday. Burial
with full military rites will be conducted at
Lois Jarrell
Lois JARRELL,
79, died at 12:40 p.m. Friday at Pilgrim Manor,
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Monday,
September 22, 2008
Carl E. Eiler
Carl E. EILER, 73, formerly
of
Survivors include two daughters, Lavonne
Randall,
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at
Lois M. Jarrell
Lois M. JARRELL, 79, formerly
of 6291 17th Road, Argos, died Friday at Pilgrim Manor nursing home,
Plymouth.
Survivors include a son, Tommy Harold
Mitchell Sr.,
Her graveside service will be at 2:30
p.m. Wednesday at
Phillip Eugene ‘Gene’ Melton
Jan. 22, 1934—Sept.
20, 2008
Phillip Eugene “Gene” MELTON, 74, of 263
W. Olson Road,
Born in
Gene was a proud member of the
Rochester High School Class of 1952.
Soon after graduation, he answered the call of his country, serving with
the U.S. Air Force from 1952-1956. After
returning home from
Gene married Sharyn “Shari” Robison on
June 8, 1991, at First Christian Church,
A noted nature lover and man of all
seasons, Gene was an avid mushroom hunter, scouring undisclosed area
locations. He also ventured to
Gene taught his grandsons and nephews
about nature. Whether it was a lesson on
hunting protocol or tree identification, he was ready to share his
knowledge. Annually, Gene and
When the grandchildren sang in music
programs, Gene was there to support them.
He was always there cheering at baseball and football games. Many will remember his spirited enthusiasm as
he expressed, “Attack the ball!” to the defensive teams. Gene leaves behind his loving wife, his
children and grandchildren who adore him, fellow firefighters and friends to
cherish the memories of the many good times they shared.
In addition to his wife, he is survived
by three daughters, Tomi Brock and husband Ron, Mitzi Burton and husband Craig,
all of Rochester, and Anjanette Grosvenor and fiancé Michael Paul, Atlanta,
Ga.; two sons, Doug Biggs and wife Kelley, Rochester, and Gregg Biggs and wife
Robin, New Palestine; nine grandchildren, Evan, Ivy and Shannon Brock, Abbagail
and Katie Burton, Katelyn and Jadyn Biggs, Graham and Avery Biggs; one
great-grandson, Ethan Brock; three brothers, Thomas Melton and wife Eileen,
Donathon, Mo., Kenneth Melton, Copnish, Mich., and Harold Melton, Indianapolis;
a sister-in-law, Mary Melton, Rochester; three special nephews, Mark Melton,
Greg Melton and Danny Melton, and numerous other nieces, nephews and cousins;
and his canine companion, Sassy, his loving terrier.
He was preceded in death by a sister,
Vandetta Nickells and husband Harvey; two brothers, Curtis Melton and Albert
Melton; and granddaughter Aaryn Marie Biggs on Sept. 20, 1996.
A celebration of life for Mr. Phillip
“Gene” Melton will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Ruth A. (Armstrong) Severns
Sept. 13, 1916 –
Sept. 20, 2008
Ruth A. (Armstrong) SEVERNS, 92,
Born in Summitville, she was the
daughter of Perry and Anna (
Ruth was a homemaker and member of the
She is survived by two daughters, Rita
(Donald) Golden, Anderson, and Joyce (Charles) Hight, Alexandria; a sister,
Velma Elsworth, Anderson; a daughter-in-law, Sue Castor, Fort Myers Fla.; nine
grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; and
several nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her
parents; her husband of 27 years, Orville Severns, in 1994; a son, Max Castor,
in 2008.
Her funeral service will be at noon
Tuesday at Owens Funeral Home,
The family would like to extend their
appreciation and heartfelt thanks to the nursing stall of 3 South at Community
Hospital–Anderson. Dr. R. Kelly
Chambers, Community VNA Hospice and
Online condolences: owensmemorialservices.com.
Jane Tippy
Jan. 15, 1936 – Sept.
20, 2008
Nola Jane TIPPY, 72,
She was born Jan. 15, 1936, in
Jane attended
She enjoyed opera and reading,
especially the Bible.
She is survived by two daughters,
Abigail Bell of
She was preceded in death by her
parents; husband; and one sister, Claretta Shepherd; and her beloved grandson,
Jonathan Bell.
Her funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Tuesday at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, Jefferson Street Chapel,
Tuesday,
September 23, 2008
No Obituaries
Wednesday,
September 24, 2008
Stephen I. Ramer
Stephen
I. RAMER, 10, of 7968
N. 350 East,
Survivors include his parents, Luke
and Verna Ramer; two sisters, Lora and Lucy Ramer; and two brothers, Leonard
and Floyd Ramer. Other local survivors
include his paternal grandparents, Ben and Verna Ramer of
Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at
Thursday,
September 25, 2008
Marilyn Jean Hasenauer
Marilyn
Jean HASENAUER, 77, of
She was the daughter of the late
Robert Bruce Wilson and Nettie Blum Wilson Bednarz of Macy.
Survivors include her husband, Raymond
J. Hasenauer; a son, Michael; and daughters, Christine, Barbara, Jacqueline,
Nancy.
Services, handled by Johnson-Kennedy
Funeral Home, were at 10 a.m. today in Canandaigua.
Lester L. Parris
Lester
L. PARRIS, 48,
Survivors include his wife, Rebecca
McKee Parris, Plymouth; daughters, Tanya Pine, Rochester, Cheryl Bowyer,
Mentone, Christina Rhoads and Peggy Guzzo, Plymouth, Rebecca Trayer,
Martinsbrug, W.V., Lori Whittington, Dayton, Tenn.; sons, Jamie Guzzo,
Rochester, and Tom Guzzo Culver; his mother, Mary Brown, West Dover, Vt.;
sisters, Brenda Holden, Wilmington, Vt., and Sharon Cox of Massachusetts; and a
brother, Clark Parris, Wilmington, Vt.
Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home,
Stephen I. Ramer
Additional visitation for Stephen I. RAMER, 10,
Rochester, who died Tuesday due to a brain tumor, will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at
Visitation is also from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
today at his home, 7968 N. 350 East. He
is the son of Luke and Verna Ramer.
Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday,
September 26, 2008
Joyce Marie Confer
Joyce Marie CONFER, 77,
Survivors include four children, Debra
Barnes, Macy, Michael Confer,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday at McClain Funeral Home,
Bradley John Pedigo
Bradley John PEDIGO, 46,
Survivors include his wife, Kathy; a
son, Jonathan; a daughter, Katie; his mother, Gay; sisters, Kim, Kathy and
Kriss; and a brother, Bob. His father,
the late Robert Pedigo, was
Services will be at 7:30 p.m. Saturday
at Flanner & Buchanan Funeral Cetner,
Saturday,
September 27, 2008
Willis E. Fouts
July 26, 1921-Sept. 23, 2008
Willis E. FOUTS, 87, of Sebring, Fla., passed away Tuesday, Sept.
23, 2008, in Sebring.
He was born July 26, 1921,
to Frank and Beulah (Curtis) Fouts in Macy, and had been a resident of Sebring
since 1982, coming from Macy. He was a Postmaster for the U.S. Government, a
veteran of World War II, who served in the U.S. Army, and a member of the
He was also a member for
more than 60 years of the Masonic Lincoln Lodge No. 523 in Macy, where he was a
past Master; York Rite in Sebring; the Highlands County Chapter No. 64 R.A.M.
for more than 55 years and was a past High Priest. For more than 45 years, he
was a member of the Heartland Council No. 43 R&SM; Bartow Commandery No. 15
K.T. for more than 45 years; the York Rite College No. 31 in Orlando, Fla.; The
High Twelve Club No. 575 in Avon Park, Fla.; the Egypt Temple Shrine in Tampa,
Fla.; OES No. 65 for more than 45 years, where he was past Patron, and the past
Commander of VFW No. 1343 in Rochester, where he was a charter member since
1946.
Mr. Fouts is survived by
his son, Stanley D. Fouts, Sebring; grandchildren, Cathy Treloar and Steven
Fouts; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife,
Audria E. (
Cremation arrangements
have been entrusted to: Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home,
Robert D. McKillip
Oct. 12, 1927-Sept.
25, 2008
Robert D. McKILLIP, 80, of
He was born Oct. 12, 1927, in
Bob married Betty J. Roser in Converse
on Oct. 19, 1947. He was a 1945 graduate of
He is survived by his wife, Betty J.
McKillip of Wabash; three children, Michael D. (Debra) McKillip of Wabash,
Marvin D. (Darlene) McKillip of Milton, Fla., and Mina (Ken) Manns of Wabash;
two brothers, Jack E. (Judy) McKillip and Ken D. McKillip, both of Wabash; two
sisters, Beulah Lilves and Jean Myers, both of Wabash; a sister-in-law, Lois
McKillip of Wabash; six grandchildren, Michelle (Mitch) Snyder of Wabash,
Angela (Brian) Monahan of Philadelphia, Pa., Nicole (Brian) Hoffman of Wabash,
Courtney (Lorena) McKillip of Marion, Ashlie Manns and Marcy Manns, both of
Wabash; and six great-grandchildren, Jacob Robert Snyder, Benjamin Snyder,
Tristan Hoffman and Callie Hoffman, all of Wabash, Mya McKillip and Jazzlyne
McKillip, both of Marion. He was preceded in death by his brother, James D.
McKillip, who died June 26, 2008.
Funeral services will be held at
Bachelor Creek Church of Christ, 2147 N. Indiana 15,
Monday,
September 29, 2008
Robert Denton
Robert DENTON,
82, of 502 S. Logan, Kewanna, died at 2:26 p.m. Sunday at
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Colleen Felabom
March 23, 1927–Sept. 27, 2008
After an
eight-month battle with colon cancer, Colleen FELABOM,
81, North Manchester, succumbed at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort
Wayne, and ascended into Heaven on Saturday to be with her Heavenly Father and
join her worldly father, mother, brother and sister.
Born in
On Feb. 4, 1946, she married Wayne
Helvey. He preceded her in death. She married Richard Felabom on March 17,
1995. He died on Feb. 18, 2000.
She was a homemaker and worked at
Mutual Security Insurance,
She is survived by a son, Joe Helvey
of Utah, and stepsons, James Felabom, Indianapolis, and Rich Felabom, Warsaw;
daughters, Mrs. Jim (Kitty) Bick, Rochester, and Mindy Rykard, Fort Wayne, and
stepdaughters, Jane Middlekauff, Indianapolis, Jeannine Felabom Basquin of New
Zealand, Mrs. Ron (Joyce) Everly, North Manchester, and Mrs. Tom (Dixie) Pifer,
Warsaw; two brothers, Daniel (Jan) Yoder, Claypool, and Richard (Marilyn)
Yoder, Goshen; four grandchildren and 10 stepgrandchildren; four great-grandchildren
and two stepgreat-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her
parents; a brother, John Yoder; and a sister, Sally Yoder.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary,
Juan Garcia
Juan GARCIA,
38, of
Survivors include his wife, Olga
Jimenez,
Services will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday at
Hartzler Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
September 30, 2008
Dola B. Conaway
Dola B. CONAWAY, 94,
Survivors include one daughter, Kay
Hinshaw of
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday
at
Trevor Dylan Ingram
Jan. 23, 1998-Sept.
26, 2008
Services for Trevor Dylan INGRAM, 10, of
He passed away at 2:47 p.m. Friday in
Born Jan. 23, 1998, in
Trevor was a fourth-grader at
Survivors include his parents, Richard
and Janelle Ingram of Monticello; brother, Dalton S. Ingram of Monticello;
grandparents, Carol Ingram and Carl Bolen of Winamac and Barbara A. Foster and
Charles "Pops" Herman of Delphi; aunts and uncles, Charles and
Melissia Ingram of Buffalo, Kevin and Alana Ingram of Monticello, Jacob Foster
of Booneville, Ark., David and Angela Boswinkle of Hammond, Heather Dix of
Winamac, Carla Estes of Winamac, Barbara Calvert of Winamac, Susan and Cory
Ames of Francesville, Jill Foster and Thomas Luttrell of Monticello, Joscelyn
and Ryan Cowles of Peru, Jolie Campbell and Donnie Bogue of Dublin and Jalene
Foster of New York. Trevor is also survived by many cousins.
He was preceded in death by his
paternal grandfather, Richard Dean Ingram and his maternal grandfather, David
Ellis Foster.
Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
today at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes, Kewanna Chapel,
Pat Shriver
Pat SHRIVER,
78, 1417 Audubon,
Survivors include her husband, Glenn
D. Shriver, at home.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Lee Vance Jr.
May 5, 1929-Sept. 27,
2008
Lee VANCE Jr., 79, of
He was born on May 5, 1929, in
Shelbyville, son of the late Lee and Lola Mae (Bell) Vance Sr. He was a U.S.
Army veteran from 1946 to 1949 and a farmer all his life. He was the co-owner
and operator of Vance Custom Farm Service. He was retired from WR Grace
Fertilizer and Chemical Company in
He is survived by his wife of 48
years, Elizabeth J. "Betty" (Parr) Vance; daughter, Teresa A. Mason
of Eaton, Ohio; sons and daughter-in-law, Donald A. Vance of Camden, Michael A.
and Amy Vance of Liberty and Paul A. Vance of Camden; brothers, Earl Vance of
Rochester, Jim Vance of Eaton, and Bob Vance of Torrington, Conn.; sisters,
Patricia Suggs of Kokomo, and Sharon Kelley of Rochester; seven grandchildren;
one uncle; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m.
on Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church,
The family requests no flowers and
asks that memorial contributions be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church,
Wednesday,
October 1, 2008
Jeanette Baker
Jeanette BAKER,
88, Grace Village Retirement Community,
Survivors include a daughter, Sally
Ridgeway Baker, Sacramento, Calif.; two sons, Larry R. Baker, DeForest, Wis.,
and W. John Baker, Warsaw; a sister, Jeannine Nellans, Mentone; and a brother,
Royal Blue, Redding, Calif.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday
at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with visitation from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday
at the funeral home.
John A. Brady
July 29, 1927-Sept.
30, 2008
John A. BRADY, 81, of
He was born on July 29, 1927, in
Mr. Brady was a past employee of Dean
Foods, the Wickes Corporation, and retired from the Rochester Telephone
Company. He served in the United States Air Force and was a member of St.
Joseph Catholic Church,
Survivors include his sister, Mary and
husband Mike Morris,
His funeral mass will be conducted at
10 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church,
V. Thomas Nard Jr.
Aug. 29, 1927-Sept.
29, 2008
V. Thomas NARD Jr., 81, of
He was born on Aug. 29, 1927, in
Mr. Nard worked as data manager in
Data Processing for General Motors, Detroit Diesel Alliance
Division-Indianapolis, retiring in 1983. He was a member of the First
Presbyterian Church, Moose Lodge, where he held all previous offices including
governor, and Eagles Lodge, all of
Survivors include his wife of 59
years, Alice Nard,
His funeral service and Moose Lodge
services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Pat Shriver
March 12, 1930-Sept.
28, 2008
Pat SHRIVER,
78, of 1417 Audubon,
She was born in
She moved to
On Dec. 17, 1955, she married Glenn D.
Shriver in
She was a homemaker and was employed
at Foley's Jewelry Store,
Pat was a nature buff, always looking
forward to the adventures being outdoors would bring her. Each spring she and
Glenn would hunt for mushrooms in the woods on the family farms. She enjoyed
observing the birds, flowers and bees in the backyard habitat she created. Each
year she would plant vast gardens of flowers, meticulously keeping her gardens
in showplace condition. Pat also enjoyed taking walks and observing nature in
action around her.
The southern tip of the Rocky
Mountains, specifically the
Pat leaves behind her loving husband,
adoring grandchildren, nieces and nephews and her dedicated caregivers at Life
Care of Rochester to cherish her memories. They are: two granddaughters, Tricia
Tafoya and Leigh Shinn of Phoenix, Ariz.; a grandson, Christopher Shinn,
Phoenix, Ariz.; a son-in-law, Ron Shinn, Phoenix, Ariz.; five nieces, Pauline
Redinger and husband Wayne, Karen Johnson, Gloria Ann Chapel and husband Larry,
Deb Vanover and Carol Shriver Shrader and husband Ronald; four nephews, Steve
Shriver and wife Jane, Larry Shriver, Butch Shriver, Robby Holloway. She is
also survived by her cousins.
She was preceded in death by her
parents; her daughter, D. Lisa Shinn, on Sept. 5, 2008; nephews, Ron Shriver
and Maynard Swears; and a sister and a brother.
A celebration of life for Mrs. Pat
Shriver will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Thursday,
October 2, 2008
Terrence 'Terry' Lee
Goble
Feb. 8, 1940-Sept.
29, 2008
Terrence "Terry" Lee GOBLE, 68, of 781
S. 200 East, Winamac, died at 10:58 a.m. Monday at
Born in
Terry married John G. "Jack"
Goble on June 7, 1987, in Winamac. She was a member of
She was employed as a registered nurse
at
Terry was a member of the Iris-Elm
Garden Club, Winamac, and took great pride in her flower gardens. She enjoyed
time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. One of her great joys
was reading, especially reading to her grandchildren.
She enjoyed nature, particularly time
spent on the beach and on the
Survivors include her husband, John G.
"Jack" Goble, Winamac; her children, Steven T. (Lori) Brockett,
Dallas, Texas, Wendy K. (Dave Wohlpart) Brockett, Doylestown, Pa., Michael D.
Brockett, Indianapolis, Shirley A. Goble Shidler, Indianapolis, Susan Goble
(Bill) Morris, Rochester, Scott A. (Leanne) Goble, Granger, and Stuart A.
(Doris) Goble, Upland; grandchildren, Ethan Brockett, Mark Wohlpart, Jenna
Wohlpart, Eric Brockett, Alex Brockett, Matthew Brockett, Ryan Brockett, Jason
Shidler, Justin (Theresa) Shidler, Jared Shidler, Jon (Jade) Stamper, Carol
Morris and Josie Goble; and three great-granddaughters.
She was preceded in death by her
parents and a grandchild, Will Morris.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Friday at
Charles W. Roberts
Charles W. ROBERTS, 72,
Survivors include a son, John Roberts
of Marksville, and a daughter, Charlene Langley of
Arrangements were handled by Hixson
Brothers Funeral Home, Marksville.
Frances Isabelle
VanDerWeele
Frances
Isabelle VanDerWEELE, 82, of
Survivors include her husband, Wayne
"Skip" VanDerWeele,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Friday,
October 3, 2008
Harvey Jackson Jr.
March 25, 1939-Oct.
1, 2008
Harvey JACKSON Jr., 69, of 1674 N. 750 West,
He was born in Marvel,
As a child,
As the patriarch of his family, all
eyes were on
As an entrepreneur, Harvey Jr. founded
the Jackson Services Company. He headed this well-known excavation-demolition
group with many projects around the
During his spare time,
Mr. Jackson loved the colorful days of
autumn. He annually planted green and red cannas, hostas and mums to set the
colorful tones around the landscape of his family's home.
He was a collector of heavy equipment
and antique slavery artifacts. During a dig just a few years ago, it was Harvey
who discovered the skeletal remains of a mastodon that once roamed
Survivors include his wife, Beverly A.
(Norman) Jackson, at home; four daughters, Nianna Jackson, Chicago, Ill., with
children Lashonda, Paul, Crystal and Princeton, Michelle L. Jackson,
Indianapolis, with daughter Autumn, Vanessa L. Jackson, South Bend, with
daughter Laila, and Phyllinga L. Jackson, Rochester; four sons, Harvey Jackson
III, Kewanna, with children Jasmine, Kayla, Harvey James IV, Alivia, Abbigail,
Elijah, Ethan and Natalia, Joshua L. Jackson and wife Greta, Kewanna, with
children Kennedy and Isaiah, David L. Jackson and wife Katrina, Rochester, with
daughter Makenna, and Michael L. Jackson, Rochester. In addition to his 17
grandchildren, he is survived by seven great-grandchildren. Surviving siblings
are: sisters - Maebelle Scaife, Nancy Thomas, both of Rochester, Ruth Osborne,
Ernestine Worthy and husband Halbert, Bernadine Neal and husband Willie James,
all of Chicago, Lois Williams and husband Lawrence, Lucille Walker and husband
Marko, and Beverly Cook, all of St. Louis, Mo.; brothers, Johnny Lee Howell and
wife Dawn, Ernest Howell Jr. and wife Marie, Cleophus Mooney and wife Connie,
all of Rochester, Delbert Howell and wife Sybil, Nadis Howell and wife
Cassandra, Robert Howell and wife Valarie, all of Chicago, Andrew Mills, Willie
Jackson and wife Bonita, and Harvey Jackson, all of St. Louis, Mo. He is also
survived by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Pearlie and Eldee Norman, a
sister-in-law, Arnesia Hardey, and a brother-in-law, Ray Anthony
"Tony" Norman and wife Cheryl, all of
He was preceded in death by his
parents; twin daughters, Sandra Ann and Wanda Renee, on Oct. 3, 1974; and
daughter, Arnesia L. "Dumplin" Jackson on April 30, 2007.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Harvey Jackson Jr. will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Saturday,
October 4, 2008
Doris C. Mollohan
Doris C. MOLLOHAN, 75, Culver,
died Thursday at Hickory Creek at Winamac.
Survivors include her children, Faith
Kersey, Culver, Eugene Jefferies Jr.,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, with visitation from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
Monday,
October 6, 2008
Terry C. Miller
Dec. 17, 1937-Oct. 3,
2008
Terry C. MILLER, 70, rural
He was born Dec. 17, 1937, in
Terry married Dorothy (Tomlinson) Van
Meter in
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy
Miller of Rochester; two sons, Toni Miller of Dallas, Texas, and Michael Miller
of Roann; his father and stepmother, Lloyd and Margaret Miller of North
Manchester; two stepsons, Bruce Van Meter and Carl (Rose) Van Meter, both of
Rochester; stepdaughter, Betty Lewis of Rochester; five stepgrandchildren,
Ricky Lewis of Rochester, Curtis (Kathy) Van Meter, Lacey Van Meter, and Carla
Van Meter, all of Logansport, Stephanie (Wilford "Oky") Ginther of
Rochester; and seven stepgreat-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his
mother.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Wednesday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Roann Chapel,
Doris C. Mollohan
A funeral
service for Doris C. MOLLOHAN, 75, Culver,
who died Thursday at Hickory Creek of Winamac, will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
today.
Mary Lou Snyder
Nov. 9, 1925-Oct. 4, 2008
Mary Lou SNYDER, 82,
She was born in
Mary Lou was raised by her
grandparents, Elmer and Effie Newcomb, and she graduated from
A woman of great faith, she was a
lifelong American Baptist and an active member of the First Baptist Church of
Peru. She was a past member of the Macy Chapter 124 Order of the Eastern Star
and a past worthy matron.
Surviving in addition to her husband,
Ed, are children, L. Marcus Snyder and his wife Kay, Peru, Lyman A. Snyder and
his wife, Corbalou, Franklin, and Amy L. Snyder and her husband Mark,
Indianapolis; grandchildren, Carrie A. Stutzman and her husband Jay, Boise, Idaho,
Leonard Andrew Snyder, Franklin, Joshua M. Snyder and his wife Amber,
Indianapolis, Virginia F. Lippert and her husband B.J., Indianapolis, Loren A.
Snyder, Franklin, Christopher C. Snyder, Fort Wayne, and Jennifer K. Snyder,
Indianapolis.
A service celebrating the life of Mary
Lou Snyder will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home,
Ronnie Utter
Jan. 16, 1939-Oct. 4,
2008
Ronnie UTTER,
69, of 7106 E. 600 North,
He married Patsy Hunter Utter on Sept.
30, 1956, at
A lifetime dairy and grain farmer, he
farmed 850 acres and was also a DeKalb seed corn distributor for the past 21
years. He worked part time at T&T Rent-All,
Ronnie and Patsy celebrated their 50th
wedding anniversary on Sept. 30, 2006. Surviving family members include son
Steven with wife Kathy, grandchildren Melody Hooley and husband Aric and
Matthew Utter. He is also survived by his canine companion, Lady, a long-haired
German shepherd. When the grandchildren were in school he was an avid supporter
for them at school musicals, athletic contests and academic competitions, as
grandchildren were of paramount importance to him.
For the past five decades, Ronnie
enjoyed the life of a farmer, growing corn and soybeans on his family's farm.
Until about 10 years ago they bred, raised and milked a fine herd of
Ronnie and Patsy were devoted members
of
At T&T Rent-All, Ronnie enjoyed greeting
his customers and assisting them with problem solving. As travelers Ronnie and
Patsy enjoyed visits to
The Christmas holiday was one of his
favorite times of the year as he delighted in being Santa Claus, donning his
red suit, white beard and wide black belt. It was a joyous occasion to watch
the kids eyes light up with his presence and the opportunity to share a
chocolate bar or candy cane, after listening to their wish list. Ronnie will be
remembered as a kind and generous man who was always there to help his family,
friends and neighbors.
He was preceded in death by his
parents.
A celebration of his life will be at
10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
October 7, 2008
No Obituaries
Wednesday,
October 8, 2008
No Obituaries
Thursday,
October 9, 2008
Helen J. Kelly
Aug. 2, 1929-Oct. 7,
2008
Helen J. KELLY, 79, of
Born in
On Dec. 21, 1946, in
She worked for Hart Schaffner &
Marx of
A lifetime
Survivors include her husband, Van
Kelly, at home; a daughter, Barbara Buckingham, Port Charlotte, Fla.; a son,
Brad Kelly and wife Brenda, Kewanna; three grandchildren, Megan Buckingham, Ben
Daulton and wife Sarah and Gracie Kelly; four great-grandchildren, Wilson,
Jessica and Daulton Daulton and McKenzie Baker; and her brother, Billy Richard
Nickell and wife Irene, Logansport.
She was preceded in death by her
parents.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday,
October 10, 2008
Helen J. Kelly
Aug. 2, 1929-Oct. 7,
2008
Helen J. KELLY, 79, of
Born in
On Dec. 21, 1946, in
She worked for Hart Schaffner &
Marx of
A lifetime
Survivors include her husband, Van
Kelly, at home; a daughter, Barbara Buckingham, Port Charlotte, Fla.; a son,
Brad Kelly and wife Brenda, Kewanna; three grandchildren, Megan Buckingham, Ben
Daulton and wife Sarah and Gracie Kelly; four great-grandchildren, Wilson,
Jessica and Daulton Daulton and McKenzie Baker; and her brother, Billy Richard
Nickell and wife Irene, Logansport.
She was preceded in death by her
parents.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
today at Good Family Funeral Home,
Cynthia S. Nellans
Cynthia S. NELLANS, 53, of 517
N. Broadway St., Mentone, died Wednesday at University of Chicago Hospital,
Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at
Wilma Troyer
Wilma TROYER,
73, of
Survivors include her husband, Lewis
Troyer; two sons, Richard Troyer,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at
Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home,
Saturday,
October 11, 2008
Freda June Brown
June 11, 1919-Oct.
10, 2008
Freda June BROWN, 89, Peabody
Retirement Community, North Manchester, formerly of
Born in
She was a homemaker and worked at
Chamberlin Products,
Survivors include a daughter, Brenda
and husband William Malott, Akron; a son, Gary and wife Bonnie Brown, Shepherd,
Mich.; five grandchildren, Mike and wife Amber Malott, Todd and wife Connie
Malott, Sondra and husband Gary McBride, Ramona and husband John Travis, Ronda
and husband Brian Gould; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth Chandler,
Indianapolis; four brothers, Dean and wife Helen Coplen, Mesa, Ariz., Robert
Coplen, Fort Wayne, Dale and wife Beverly Coplen, Akron, Ralph and wife Barbara
Coplen, Warsaw; and a sister-in-law, Vada Coplen, Akron.
She was preceded in death by two
infant children and two brothers, Charles and Wayne Coplen.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Tuesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Juanita Gaye Hall
Jan. 26, 1933-Oct. 9,
2008
Juanita Gaye HALL, 75, of rural
Roann, died at 2:46 p.m. Thursday at
She was born Jan. 26, 1933, in Macy to
Carl J. and Florence E. (Macy) Grumpp.
Juanita married Don D. Hall in Roann
on Oct. 9, 1954; he died July 15, 1983. She grew up in
She is survived by five children,
Sandy (Donald) VanderVoort of Monterey, Tenn., Joseph (Cindy) Hall of Roann,
Ronald Hall of Rochester, Patricia (Ernie) Phenis of Marion, and James (Carla)
Hall of North Manchester; 17 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a
brother,
Funeral services will be at
Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service,
Donald P. 'Pete'
Mutchler
March 10, 1924-Oct.
10, 2008
Donald P. "Pete" MUTCHLER, 84, of 4684
N. Indiana 25,
He was born on March 10, 1924, in
Kewanna, the son of Howard and Vida (Collins) Mutchler. On June 6, 1953, in
Mr. Mutchler was maintenance
supervisor for United Technologies in Elwood, for 26 years. He was a member of
the
Survivors include his son, Donald
Mutchler Jr., Tipton; daughters, Kathy and husband Terry Hobbs, Rochester, and
Debbie and husband David Mumbower, Alexandria; grandchildren, Jamie and wife
Jamielyn Hobbs, Navarre, Fla., Jason Hobbs, Rochester, Nicole Mumbower,
Alexandria, Nathan Mumbower, Alexandria, Zachary Mutchler, Noblesville, Sarah
Mutchler, Perkinsville, Kurtis Mutchler, Tipton; one great-grandchild, T.-J.
Hobbs, Navarre, Fla.; his brother, John and wife Marjorie Mutchler, Rochester;
sisters, Jeanette Hunter, Rochester, Frances Herrell, Oxford, Wis., Ruth Lease,
Lucerne; his brother-in-law, Marvin Simmons, Patoka; and his sister-in-law,
Irene James, Logansport. He was preceded in death by his parents;
granddaughter, Michelle Hobbs; and sisters, Josephine Tuley, Pauline Mutchler,
Isabell Cooper and Martha Reeser.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Monday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Cynthia S. Nellans
Aug. 20, 1955-Oct. 8,
2008
Cynthia S. NELLANS, 53, of 517
N. Broadway St., Mentone, died at 1:32 p.m. Wednesday at University of Chicago
Hospital,
She was born in
On Oct. 5, 1973, she married Brant
Nellans, and he survives.
A homemaker and mother, she attended
She is also survived by a daughter,
Amy and husband Eric Brown, Macy; two sons, Scot and wife Alicia Nellans,
Lafayette, and Marc and wife Reghan Nellans, Mentone; four grandchildren,
Weston Brown, Benton Nellans, Campbell Nellans and Caleb Nellans; a sister,
Patricia and husband Gary Bray; and two brothers, Francis "Rick" and
wife Evelyn Rickel and Tony and wife Janice Rickel.
Her funeral service will be at 3 p.m.
Sunday at
Herschel 'Ed' Snyder
Sept. 3, 1920-Oct.
10, 2008
Herschel "Ed" SNYDER, 88,
He was born in
Ed graduated from
Ed and his wife, Mary Lou, lovingly
raised three children. A man of great faith and integrity, he was an active
member of First Baptist Church of Peru, where he served as a deacon. He was a
devoted husband, father and loving grandfather. He was a 50-year member of
Peru-Miami Lodge No. 67 F. & A.M., Order of Eastern Star Macy Chapter No.
124 and Peru Rotary Club. He thoroughly enjoyed local sports and was an avid
Surviving are his children, Lyman A.
Snyder and his wife Corbalou of Franklin, L. Marcus Snyder and his wife Kay of
Peru and Amy L. Snyder and her husband Mark of Indianapolis, grandchildren,
Carrie A. Stutzman and her husband Jay of Boise, Idaho, Leonard Andrew Snyder
of Franklin, Joshua M. Snyder and his wife Amber of Indianapolis, Virginia F.
Lippert and her husband B. J. of Indianapolis, Loren A. Snyder of Franklin,
Christopher C. Snyder of Fort Wayne and Jennifer K. Snyder of Indianapolis.
Several nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his
parents; his wife, Mary Lou; a brother, James Snyder; and three sisters, Louise
Hooven, Bernice Whittenberger and Janet Arnold.
A service celebrating the life of
Herschel "Ed" Snyder will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Eikenberry-Eddy
Funeral Home,
Monday,
October 13, 2008
No Obituaries
Tuesday,
October 14, 2008
Darlene Aultman
Darlene AULTMAN,
75,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Robert A. Conrad
Robert A. CONRAD, 83,
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn R.
Conrad, and three children, Diana J. Conrad,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday
at McClain Funeral Home,
Robert L. Denton
Robert L. DENTON, 82, of
Survivors include three sisters,
Virginia Heady,
A private family service was held at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Debra Jo Hall
July 29, 1953-Oct. 10, 2008
Debra Jo HALL, 55,
Born in
She married Reginald
“Reggie” O. Hall on May 29, 2005, in
A homemaker, she enjoyed
yard sales, knitting and reading. She
enjoyed collecting peanut butter for Haitian children and making care packages
for servicemen. She was a member of
First Assembly of God Church,
Survivors include her
husband, Reginald O. Hall, Logansport; a son, Mark Stine and fiancé Nicole
Nichols, Logansport; daughters, Rhythm Hartman and husband Raymond, Patience
Cottrell and husband Bobby, all of Logansport, Harmony Newman and husband
Anthony, Lafayette, and Cherish Stine, Logansport; her mother, Edna Mae
Bedford, Rochester; a stepdaughter, Jeannine Everett and husband Servonzel,
Chicago, Ill.; a stepson, Reggie Cogar and fiancé Kristy, Bolingbrook, Ill.; a
brother-in-law, Haroleon Cross, Chicago, Ill., and Andrea Michelle Hall,
Bolingbrook, Ill.; her former husband, Lloyd Stine II, Logansport; five
grandchildren and seven step-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death
by a sister, Janet Sue Collins; a brother, Thomas Allen Hopper; her stepfather,
Omer Bedford; and her father, Garl L. Hopper.
Services will be at 10
a.m. today at First Assembly of God Church,
Rosellen ‘
May 20, 1922-Oct. 11, 2008
Rosellen “Dixie” HUNTER, 86, of
Born, on May 20, 1922, in
On Aug. 5, 1944, in
Mrs. Hunter retired from
Hart Schaffner & Marx of
She was a member of First
Christian Church, the Fulton County Campers Association and the Florida Red Hat
Society. She was a 4-H leader, a Girl
Scout Leader and a life guard and gave swimming lessons. She liked to read romantic novels, crochet
afghans for babies and make homemade noodles.
She enjoyed making people laugh, dressing up like Santa Claus and eating
breakfast with a group of friends on Friday morning.
Survivors include four
daughters, Lynda McCloughan and husband Ted, Rochester, Wanda Wilhelm and husband
Richard of Macy, Kay Eiler and husband Robert, Alexandria and Patsy Rowe, Peru;
15 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death
by her parents; husband; a grandson Brent McCloughan; a great-grandson, Colt
McCloughan; a son-in-law, Patrick Rowe; a sister, Betty Ward; and three
brothers, Ernest, William and Wayne Dickson.
Services will be at 10:30
a.m. Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Friends may visit with the
family from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and one prior to the service at the
funeral home. Memorials may be made to
Hope Hospice of
Charles Edward
'Chuck' LaDow
March 10, 1918-Oct.
12, 2008
Charles E. "Chuck" LaDOW, age 90,
Born in
He was married on April 13, 1941, in
Chuck retired from the Logansport Fire
Department as assistant fire chief in 1970 after 20 years of employment. He was
also employed at Universal Fire Apparatus, retiring in 1983 after 30 years of
employment.
Chuck was a United States Army veteran
of World War II, where he served in Africa,
Chuck was a member of
Chuck was an avid fisherman. He
especially enjoyed providing bluegill fish frys for his friends and family at
his lakeside home.
Survivors include his sons, Thomas W.
(Cindy) LaDow, Logansport, and Robert L. (Debra) LaDow, Greenwood; his sister,
Betty Tillett, Logansport; his grandchildren, Charles R. (Hayley) LaDow, Tamra
M. (Michael) McMahan, Christina S. (James) Cooper, Kara D. (Chris) Paul, and
Natalie J. LaDow; his great-grandchildren, Liliana Cooper, Elisabeth Cooper,
Connor Paul, Emma Paul, Addison Paul, Madelyn LaDow, Jacob LaDow, Grant LaDow,
Michael McMahan, and Chelsea Butler; four stepdaughters and one stepson.
He was preceded in death by a
daughter, Sheryl Jean LaDow.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday
at Kroeger Funeral Home,
Pamela L. Lowe
July 23, 1959-Oct.
12, 2008
Pamela L LOWE, 49, of 5651
N. 325 West,
Born in
She is survived by her companion of
more than 16 years Fred. A McGlothin of
She drove a bus for RSVP of
Survivors include her mother, Janet
Lowe,
She was preceded in death by her
father in 2001.
A graveside memorial service will be
at 11 a.m. Saturday at
Phyllis J. Perry
Oct. 2, 1930-Oct. 11,
2008
Phyllis J. PERRY, age 78,
Eaton Rapids, Mich., passed away Saturday, embraced in the love of her family,
after a brief, but courageous, battle with cancer.
Mrs. Perry was born on Oct. 2, 1930,
in
Mrs. Perry was a nationally known
majorette and baton twirler in the 1940s and '50s and led many parades around
the country before marrying and raising her family. Phyllis retired from the
pharmacy department of
A devoted and proud wife, mother,
grandmother and great-grandmother, she leaves to mourn, in addition to her
husband, Carl, her children, Dennis (Skip) Perry of White Pigeon, Mich., Debbie
(Steve) Quinn of Stockbridge, Mich., and Mike (Cindy) Perry of Eaton Rapids,
Mich.; grandchildren, David Perry, Doug (Wendy) Perry, Denny Carl (Jenny)
Perry, Ryan (fiancee Lindsey Watters) Quinn, Kelli Quinn, Jenny (Tony)
Burlison, Amie (Bill) Ostrander, and Casey (Brandon) Adler; 13
great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Avanelle
(Gerald) Cook of Elkhart, Alice (Bill) Balmer of London, Ky., Angeline (Rick)
Miller of Florida, Alta Grossman of Bourbon, Alverta (Howard) Alderfer of
Warsaw, Aletha (Devon) Rensberger of Rochester; brothers-in-law, Alton (Pat)
Perry of Akron, Alvin (Ann) Perry of Pierceton, John (Tammy) Perry of Warsaw;
and many nieces, nephews and beloved friends in Michigan, Indiana and Texas.
She was preceded in death by her
parents; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ford and Lucille Perry; brothers,
Eldon and Max (Marilyn) Shultz; sister-in-law, Arlene Coleman; and her beloved
great-grandson, Dylan Ostrander.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m.
Wednesday at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home,
"Mother is the heartbeat in the
home; and without her, there seems to be no heart throb." Leroy Brownlow.
www.shellyodell.com
Arnold 'Dick' Umbaugh
Oct. 2, 1924-Oct. 10,
2008
Arnold "Dick" UMBAUGH, age 84, of
625 Oakhill Ave.,
Dick was born on Oct. 2, 1924, in
In May of 1943, Dick joined the United
States Navy and proudly served his country. He received his basic training at
Great Lakes,
On April 21, 1946, Dick and the former
Berniece Samuelson were united in marriage at the
Dick entered
He returned to
Dick was a Boy Scout in his youth and
as an adult he took on the role of Scout leader. He was also very active in his
church. He taught Sunday School and was on the church council many times. He
was a member of Rotary Club and the American Legion. Dick enjoyed spending time
with his family.
Dick is survived by his wife,
Berniece; their sons, Mark and Suzanne Umbaugh of Argos, David and Vainca
Umbaugh of Pebble Beach, Calif., and Dan and Barbara Umbaugh of Carmel; his
brother, Gerald Umbaugh of Kansas; his sister, Ercell and Morris Zink of South
Bend; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Dick was preceded in
death by his parents, Cecil and Esther Umbaugh; his sister, Lois Weidner; and his
granddaughter, Sarah Jane Umbaugh.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
today with one hour of visitation prior to the service at the
Jeffrey D. Willhite
Jeffrey D. WILLHITE, 37, Culver,
died Oct. 7 at
Survivors include his parents, Henry
Lee Willhite Sr. and Gladys Willhite, Culver; a son, Zachary Willhite; and two
brothers, Michael Lee Willhite and Henry Lee Willhite Jr., all of Culver.
Services will be at 11 a.m. today at
Culver Academies Memorial Chapel, Culver. Visitation was Monday. Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, handled
arrangements.
Ronald ‘Ronnie’ Winterrowd
September 28,
1944-Oct. 11, 2008
Ronald “Ronnie” James WINTERROWD, 64,
Born in
Ronnie graduated from
As a loyal 22-year employee of
Lobdell-Emory, he worked at the plant until it closed in 2001. During these years, he also assisted his dad,
George, with the family farming operations, raising corn and soybeans. In 1988, year of the Farm Progress Show in
Ronnie enjoyed cheering for his
daughters as they competed with the Lady Zebra swim team. He also loved attending Lady Zebra softball,
basketball and volleyball contests.
Ronnie could always be seen seated on the front row near the 10-second
line cheering on the Lady Zs.
It was a great memory when Ronnie was
recognized for his perfect attendance and as the Lady Zebras No. 1 sports fan
in February 2005. Athletic director Mark
Miller presented him with a plaque at half time. With the arrival of the second generation,
Ronnie was there to cheer for his grandchildren at all of their softball,
basketball, baseball and volleyball games.
A fan of radio talk shows, Ronnie led
off his listening day with WROI then moving on to WWKI and on to WLS. He loved to manicure the landscape of his
home and annually plant a vegetable garden.
Until this year, he always canned and froze tomatoes for winter use.
Martha and Ronnie collaborated on a
uniform business. Ronnie’s part of the
production was to cut out the fabric patterns, interfacing and pockets, sized
according to Martha’s specifications.
Martha, a talented seamstress, would then create the finished product
that was complemented by a holiday or seasonal theme.
Ronnie will be missed by his loving
wife, children and grandchildren who adore him, his devoted brothers and
sister, his fellow Lady Zebra followers an the many friends he made along life’s
journey.
Survivors include his wife, Martha
Winterrowd, at home; two daughters Zorina Lewis and husband Timothy, St.
Petersburg,
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Ronald “Ronnie” Winterrowd will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Good Family Funeral
Home,
Wednesday,
October 15, 2008
Darlene J. Aultman
Aug. 9, 1933-Oct. 13,
2008
Darlene J. AULTMAN, 75 years, 2
months and 4 days, departed this life on Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at 12:23 p.m.
at
Darlene was born in
Darlene was a member of the
To relax, Darlene enjoyed vacationing
with the family to a variety of destinations. Her favorite was the visits to
the
As the matriarch of the family,
Darlene will be best remembered for the love and devotion she unselfishly gave
her husband, children and grandchildren. Her family was paramount in her mind.
At holidays and special occasions, she would prepare delicious chicken and
dumplings. We'll remember the homemade macaroni and cheese, iced tea and
dressing.
Gram was ALWAYS there teaching
grandchildren how to swim and supporting all of their academic endeavors.
Darlene leaves behind her family who adores her to cherish her memory of the
many good times they shared.
A celebration of life for Mrs. Darlene
J. Aultman will be at 4 p.m. Thursday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Jack E. Campbell
Jack E. CAMPBELL, 81, Culver,
died Tuesday at home.
Arrangements are pending at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver.
Evelyn Arvella Enyart
Williams
July 4, 1925-Sept. 3,
2008
Evelyn Arvella Enyart WILLIAMS, 83, of
Walhalla, Mich., and formerly of
Evelyn was born on July 4, 1925, in
Tyner,
Evelyn was a homemaker, enjoyed
designing and helping to build four of their homes, was a devoted mother to her
children and grandchildren and loved music and reading. She was known for the
delicious pies she baked.
Survivors include her husband,
Russell, at home,
She was preceded in death by her
parents; brothers, Wilson and Kenneth Enyart; and a sister, Eileen Simpson.
Burial was at the
Thursday,
October 16, 2008
Jack E. Campbell
Jack E. CAMPBELL, 81, Culver,
died Tuesday at home.
Survivors include his wife, Marilyn
Steele Campbell; children, David, Rochester, Jack Jr., Culver, Susan Thews,
Culver, Mary Catherine Shockney, Katy, Texas, Susan Steele, Indianapolis, and
John Steele, Fort Wayne.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday
at
Father Richard E.
Miller
June 2, 1951-Oct. 13,
2008
Father Richard E. "Rick" MILLER, age 57, of
He was born June 2, 1951, in Elwood.
He was an ordained priest in the Roman Catholic Church serving in the Diocese
of Lafayette. He was a 1969 graduate of Salesian Junior Seminary in
Survivors include: his sister, Andrea
and husband Roscoe
Funeral services will be conducted at
7 p.m. today at St. Boniface Church in
Friday,
October 17, 2008
Eleanore A. Kerr
July 18, 1918-Oct.
15, 2008
Eleanore A. KERR, 90, of 784
N. 900 East,
Born in
On Jan. 20, 1940, in
She was a bookkeeper for Pike Lumber
Co.,
She was also a homemaker and, for more
than 20 years, cared for her husband at home as his health declined.
She loved classical music, reading,
word games and crossword puzzles.
Survivors include a daughter, Diane
and husband James Camfferman, Watervliet, Mich.; a son, Howard T. Kerr Jr. and
his wife Jolinda, Akron; a granddaughter, Jennifer and husband Todd Christopher,
Watervliet; two grandsons, Jeff Kerr, Mishawaka, and Brian Kerr and wife
Nicole, Akron; three great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Gabe and Payton; and special
friends and co-workers, Diane and Eric Pontious, Akron.
A brother, Rudolph "Bud"
Miert, also preceded her in death along with her parents.
Private services will be at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Pamela L. Lowe
Services for Pamela L. LOWE, 49, of 5651
N. 325 West,
Lester H. Shidaker
Feb. 9, 1915-Oct. 20,
2008
Services for Lester H. SHIDAKER, 93, of
Rochester, formerly of Kewanna, will be held Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at 1 p.m.
at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
He passed away at 3:25 p.m. Wednesday,
Oct. 15, 2008, at
Born Feb. 9, 1915, in Leiters Ford, he
was the son of the late Jonas and Mae (Lunsford) Shidaker. On Dec. 26, 1937, he
was married to Lois E. Lambert, she survives.
He was a 1933 graduate of
Lester formerly owned and operated
Shidakers-DX/Sunoco Service Station in Kewanna for 42 years.
He was a school bus driver for
He is survived by his loving wife of
70 years, Lois Shidaker, Rochester; three daughters, Janice Bleeke and her
husband, David, of Fort Wayne, Linda Worl and her husband, Bill, of Huntertown,
and Trudy Cilek and her husband, Dewayne, of Crown Point; one sister, Gladys
Leap of Culver; five grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by one
brother, Harry Shidaker, and one sister, Ethel Shidaker.
Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, at the funeral home. Pastor Scott Meneely will
officiate the service Monday and burial will be in
Saturday,
October 18, 2008
No Obituaries
Monday,
October 20, 2008
Dr. Albert M.
Kaltenthaler
Aug. 7, 1926–Oct. 16, 2008
Dr. Albert M. KALTENTHALER, 82, of
Born in
Dr. Kaltenthaler was an accomplished
forensic pathologist and dedicated physician for his entire career and was
still practicing into his 80th year. Many interesting cases crossed his desk
and he faced all of his occupational challenges with interest, enthusiasm and
the utmost respect for his profession. His family, colleagues and friends will
miss his love for life and music and his wonderful sense of humor.
As a teenager, he served his country
in World War II with anti-aircraft and mountain troops in
Surviving are his wife of 52 years,
Joann (Winnefeld) Kaltenthaler, Copley, Ohio; two sons, Albert (Jill) of
Dewitt, Mich., and Karl (Florence Kot) of Copley, Ohio; two daughters, Eva
(Stephen Spooner) of Sheffield, England, and Lisa (Rob Wimmel) of Downers
Grove, Ill.; 13 grandchildren; and his brother, Josef Kaltenthaler of
Ahrensburg, Germany.
His funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Tuesday at
Manford 'Bud' Rife
Manford
"Bud" RIFE, 64, of
Survivors include his wife, Ellen L.
Rife, Bedford; sons, Mark Charles Rife and Michael Alan Rife, Orleans;
daughter, Kristina Louise Beyers, Mitchell; sister, Carol Rife, Kewanna; and
brother, Jerry Rife, Kewanna.
A memorial service will be at 2 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 26, at
Tuesday,
October 21, 2008
Ruth A. Karn
Ruth A. KARN, 70, Delong,
died Sunday at her home.
Survivors include her husband, LeRoy
Karn; sons, Shawn Rodriguez, Gulfport, Fla., Ramon Rodriguez, Rock Springs,
Wyo., Joe Rodriguez, Leiters Ford, Dean Rodriguez, Missouri, Jay Gragg,
Wyoming, Roy Gragg, Roseland, William Karn, South Bend, and Cecil Karn, Niles,
Mich.; daughters, Helen Bell, Delong and Melody Gragg, Missouri.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at
Manford 'Bud' Rife
Feb. 17, 1944-Oct.
17, 2008
Manford "Bud" RIFE, 64, of
Born Feb. 17, 1944, in
He was a funeral director and a member
of
Survivors include his wife, Ellen L.
Rife, Bedford; sons, Mark Charles Rife and wife Samantha, Orleans, and Michael
Alan Rife, Orleans; daughter, Kristina Louise Beyers and husband Nicholas,
Mitchell; sister, Carole Rife, Kewanna; brother, Jerry Rife, Kewanna; and seven
grandchildren.
His parents and sister, Janet Loveless,
preceded him in death.
A memorial service will be at 2 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 26, at
Memorial gifts may be made to Indiana
Foster Care and Adoption Agency, Indianapolis; Baptist Children's Home,
Valparaiso; Ronald McDonald House, Riley Hospital; or Pregnancy Care Centers of
Bedford and Mitchell. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com.
Stanley D. Teel
Aug. 25, 1919-Oct.
20, 2008
Stanley D. TEEL, 89, of
He was born on Aug. 25, 1919, in
He was a 1937 graduate of
On July 18, 1941, he married Louise
Margaret Ault. She preceded him in death on July 29, 2005.
As a dedicated employee,
As a young man, Stan enjoyed
An accomplished trapshooter, Stanley
organized and registered the first trapshooting club in
While he and Louise wintered in
As the patriarch of the family,
Survivors include two daughters,
Cozetta Piper and husband Richard, Rochester, and Cynthia Bowers and husband
Terry, Antwerp, Ohio; five grandchildren, Eric Piper, Jennifer Harris, Tim
Bowers, Carolyn Leininger and Leslye Willison; and 16 great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by his
brother, Robert Teel, in 2001.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Stanley D. Teel will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Good Family Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
October 22, 2008
Ruth A. Karn
Ruth A. KARN, 70, Delong,
died Sunday at her home.
Survivors include her husband, LeRoy
Karn; sons, Shawn Rodriguez, Gulfport, Fla., Ramon Rodriguez, Rock Springs,
Wyo., Joe Rodriguez, Leiters Ford, Dean Rodriguez, Missouri, Jay Gragg,
Wyoming, Roy Gragg, Roseland, William Karn, South Bend, and Cecil Karn, Niles,
Mich.; daughters, Helen Bell, Delong, Melody Gragg, Missouri, Candy Whitmire,
Niles, Mich., Kathy Smith, South Bend, and Karla Karn, Mishawaka; and a sister,
Dolores Padsield.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at
Betty Jean Norris
Sept. 28, 1923-Oct.
18, 2008
Betty Jean NORRIS, 85,
Betty was born on Sept. 28, 1923. She
was married to Dewey E. Norris on Jan. 17, 1945. They were devoted to each
other for more than 50 years, moved from
Betty is survived by her daughter, Kay
Norris, of
She was loved and respected for the
way she lived her life and served others. She will be missed by her family and
friends.
Katherine A. Smith
Katherine A. SMITH, 48,
Survivors include her mother, Marilyn
Enyart,
Services will be at 2 p.m. today at
Fredrick & Son Funeral Home,
Thursday,
October 23, 2008
No Obituaries
Friday,
October 24, 2008
Mildred Meiser
Mildred
"Millie" Lucille MEISER, 85, of 4596
Survivors include her husband, Harold
Erwin Meiser, at home; four sons, Bruce Meiser,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Luke Bryson Nordman
Luke
Bryson NORDMAN was stillborn at 9:23 p.m. Wednesday at
Arrangements are pending at Earl-Love
Funeral Home,
Saturday,
October 25, 2008
Lorene D. Davis
Lorene D. DAVIS, 65,
Survivors include her husband, Walter
"Jim" Davis, Monterey; sons, Frederick J. Oswalt, Palm Beach County,
Florida, Bryan E. Oswalt, Greencastle, Tim Davis, Monterey; daughter, Shawnna
Dillinger, Auburn; brothers, Don Cooper, Doniphan, Mo., Harry J. Cooper,
Winamac; and sisters, Olive Querry, Winamac, and Jennie J. Whittaker, Yucaipa,
Calif.
Services will be at 2 p.m. today at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Robert Wayne Evans
Robert Wayne EVANS, 68, of 4634
N. 500 West,
Survivors include three brothers,
Raymond W. Evans, Smith,
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Lauretta M. Lee
July 18, 1920-Oct.
23, 2008
Lauretta M. LEE, 88, of
She was born on July 18, 1920, in
Mrs. Lee was a beautician and operated
Lauretta's Beauty Shop. She had been a member of the Eastern Star,
Survivors include her sons, Jerry E.
and wife Barb Lee, Rochester, and Jay K. and wife Teresa Lee, Kokomo;
grandchildren, Nik and wife Laura Lee, Glen Ellyn, Ill., Arik and wife Deb Lee,
Rochester, Justin Kip Lee, Newport Beach, Calif., Stacie and husband Andrew
Ross, Kalamazoo, Mich., Robert Kodrea, Indianapolis, and Matthew Kodrea,
Kokomo; great-grandchildren, Tanner Lee, Rochester, Madeleine Lee, Glen Ellyn,,
Ill., Nathaniel Lee, Glen Ellyn, Ill., Addison Ross, Kalamazoo, Mich., and
Truman Ross, Kalamazoo, Mich.; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in
death by two great-grandchildren, Darin Lee and Nathan Lee; sisters, Margaret
Mead and
Her funeral service will be conducted
at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Mildred 'Millie'
Lucille Meiser
July 18, 1923-Oct.
23, 2008
Born in
Millie was a proud graduate of the
Talma High School Class of 1941. On Oct. 11, 1946, in
Millie was a homemaker.
As travelers enjoying vacations,
Millie and Harold looked forward to their annual winter trip to
Together they enjoyed dominos and a
variety of card games especially euchre and rummy. Each summer, pontooning on
the glistening waters of
Millie is also survived by her sons,
Bruce Meiser and wife Jill, Mishawaka, Tom Meiser and wife Sue, Fort Wayne, Max
Meiser and wife Kathy, Fishers, and Mark Meiser, Louisville, Ky.; a brother,
Ernest Mathews and wife Claire, Lakeville; her grandchildren, Kimberli,
Kristine, Amber, Erica and Bradley Meiser, Josh Barker and Erik Barker and
Justin Amber.
She was preceded in death by her
parents; three sisters, Mary Kindig, Martha Hoffman and Minnie Mathews; and two
brothers, Herman Mathews and Oliver Mathews.
A celebration of the life of Mrs.
Mildred "Millie" L. Meiser will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at Good Family
Funeral Home,
Vivian M. Holcomb
Mersch
Vivian M.
Holcomb MERSCH, 71,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral home,
Gerald J. Nies
Gerald J. NIES, 86,
Arrangements are pending at
Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home Royal Center.
Luke Bryson Nordman
Luke Bryson NORDMAN of Peru was born at 9:23 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.
22, 2008, at
He is the son of Steven and Nicole
Nordman, 915 Cherry Lane, Peru, and is also survived by his sister, Madisyn,
age 4; paternal grandparents, Phil and Cheryl Nordman, Wabash, maternal
grandparents, Jim and Marsha Gilkey, Peru, and the Rev. Carl and Mary Sweet,
Peru, and Kathryn Hann, Peru; and great-grandparent, Doris Nordman, Akron.
He was preceded in death by
great-grandparents Mary Gilkey and Truman Nordman.
A graveside service will be at 10 a.m.
Monday at
Nikki Anne Onstott
Dec. 31, 1938-Oct.
20, 2008
Nikki Anne ONSTOTT (nee Musselman) of
She is preceded in death by her
mother, Bille Mae Musselman, her father, Glen Gordon Musselman, sisters,
Nelrose Bryant and Nancy Funk, and brother, Nils Musselman.
Nikki is survived by her loving
husband of almost 50 years, David; sister, Noelle Earnest, Sebring, Fla.; four
children, daughters Laura (Steve) Griffith, Leslie (Darryl) Duerr, both of
Oconee County, Georgia, and sons, Matthew (Asun) Onstott of Granada, Spain, and
Adam Onstott, Athens, Ga.; five grandchildren, Stefanie Duerr, Alison Duerr,
Elizabeth Griffith, all of Oconee County, and David and Daniel Onstott,
Granada, Spain; as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family and
friends.
Nikki was born on New Year's Eve 1938,
in
Nikki will be cremated and a memorial
service will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, at St. Joseph Catholic Church,
Monday,
October 27, 2008
Edith E. 'Betty'
Chapman
March 24, 1921–Oct. 25, 2008
Edith
E. "Betty" CHAPMAN, 87, North
Manchester, died at 10:01 a.m. Saturday at
Born in Talma, she was the daughter of
Fred D. and Fern (Arter) Barr. She graduated from
She married Ralph P. Chapman on July
11, 1942, and he survives.
A registered nurse for 41 years, she
worked at
She is also survived by a son, Bruce
Chapman and companion Phillip Addario,
She was preceded in death by her
parents and a brother.
Her funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
today at Peabody Chapel,
Melissa 'Missy' Gaus
POQUOSON, VA -
Melissa "Missy" GAUS, 35, a native
of Kewanna, and Poquoson resident the past 16 years, passed away Friday, Oct.
24, 2008. She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth L. Keyser, and
grandparents, Willard and Sally Foust.
Missy is survived by her husband,
James "Jimbo" Gaus; two sons, Jesse Gaus and Joey Gaus; mother, Penny
Keyser of
The family will receive friends from 4
p.m. to 6 p.m. today at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson, immediately followed
by a funeral service at 6 p.m. in the chapel by Pastor Don Marsh. At other
times, the family will be at
Memorial contributions may be made to
the Poquoson Band, or the Poquoson Athletic Department,
"Missy was a beloved wife,
mother, daughter and sister."
Agnes C. Hartman
Agnes C. HARTMAN, 99,
Survivors include a brother, Winfred
H. Hartman,
Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday
at St. Anne's Catholic Church,
Edna Holloway
Edna HOLLOWAY,
78,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Vivian 'Biv' Holcomb
Mersch
July 6, 1937–Oct. 24, 2008
Vivian
'Biv" M. Holcomb MERSCH, 71, of
She was born July 6, 1937, to Ervin
and Vesta Lockes Holcomb. A Leiters Ford resident most of her life, she lived
in
On Sept. 20, 1958, Vivian Holcomb and
Larry J. Mersch repeated their wedding vows at the St. Anne's Catholic Church
in
In addition to being a homemaker,
Vivian was employed at Switches/Federal Mogul in Leiters Ford from 1979-1997.
She also worked at Winamac Coil & Spring in Kewanna. Most recently, she was
employed as one of our friendly cashiers at
Relaxing at home, Vivian liked working
crossword or number puzzles. Many times she would unwind while listening to
country music. As a talented vocalist, music was significant in her life and
her family's lives. On Saturday mornings, Vivian would travel to
Larry, a history buff, and Vivian
enjoyed taking their family vacationing. Most of their travel experiences
revolved around visits to historic locations or places in the western
Sharing her home were her faithful
companions Toby, the Maltese, and her feline, Casey.
They are: daughters, Juanita Rude and
husband Joe of Kewanna and their children, Jesse, Whitney, Derek, Drew, Darius
and Sadie, and Julie Mooney and husband John of Rochester and their children,
Lindsey, Brittany and Thadd; sons, Scott Mersch and wife Carla of Kewanna and
their children, Tony, Dustin, Dennis, Bryant, Shiloh and Maleek, Bart Mersch
and wife Crystal of Troy, Mo., and their children, MacKenzie, Jake and Keely,
and Stacey Mersch and wife Patty of Nappanee and their children Payne and
Larry; three great-grandchildren, Lily, Zoey and Olivia; two sisters, Sally Reed,
Winamac, and Joan Utter and husband Stan, Rochester; four brothers, Orville
Holcomb and wife Katheryn, Lowell, Keith Holcomb and wife Ruthann, Griffith,
Jerry Holcomb and wife Patsy, Anderson, and Joe Holcomb and wife Barbara,
Plymouth; and a sister-in-law, Henrietta Holcomb of Rochester.
She was preceded in death by her
parents; her husband, Larry, on Aug. 14, 1997; and three brothers, Jeff, Harold
and Walter Holcomb.
A mass of Christian burial celebrating
the life of Mrs. Vivian "Biv" Holcomb Mersch will be at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at
Ray S. Spencer
Ray S. SPENCER, 82,
Survivors include a son, Mark Spencer
of
Arrangements are pending.
Dennis M. Sylvain
July 16, 1951–Oct. 25, 2008
Dennis M. SYLVAIN, 57,
He was born on July 16, 1951, in
Mr. Sylvain was employed for 20 years
on the (CSX) C&O Railroad as the last freight agent in
Mr. Sylvain was a life member of the
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1343, American Legion Post No. 36, Fraternal
Order of Eagles No. 852, Elks Lodge No. 2120, Moose Lodge No. 1107 and was a
past member of the Fulton-Grass Creek Lions Club.
Survivors include his children,
Babette Sylvain, Rochester, Nanette and husband Matt Sherrick, Logansport, Paul
Sylvain, Twelve Mile, Aaron and wife Ashley Sylvain, Twelve Mile, and Samuel
and wife Melissa Sylvain, Peru; 13 grandchildren; his parents, Ernest and
Claire Sylvain, Rochester, N.H.; brother, Norman Sylvain, Rochester, N.H.;
sisters, Karen and husband Clovis Regis, Lebanon, Maine, Nancy and husband
James Roy, Rochester, N.H., Sue Fox, Gilbert, Ariz.; and several nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death by two grandchildren.
Burial and graveside services will be
conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at
Tuesday,
October 28, 2008
Edna B. Holloway
Edna B. HOLLOWAY, 75, of 29 E.
100 North,
Survivors include her three daughters,
Sharon Alderfer,
Services will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday
at Good Family Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
October 29, 2008
Esther L. Rude
Esther L. RUDE, 85, Kewanna,
died Tuesday at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday at Kewanna Church of Christ with visitation from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna, and one hour prior
to the service Saturday at the church.
Ray Spencer
Ray SPENCER,
82, of
He graduated from
Mr. Spencer was director of
Christamore House in
He was an active member of First
Baptist Church of Lafayette and Harrison Kiwanis Club.
Surviving are his wife of 57 years,
Luann M. Spencer; two sons, Paul Spencer (wife: Joy) and Mark Spencer (wife:
Jan); a daughter, Karen Lux (husband: Dennis); two foster daughters, Carmen
Rodriguez (husband: Fred) and Irma McDowell (husband: Joe); a sister, Betty
Masley (husband: Loren); and a brother, David Spencer (wife: Fran).
Also surviving are four grandchildren,
Katie, Ryan and Reed Spencer and Sara Langworthy; three foster grandchildren,
Kimberly Fantin, Julie Gorin and LisSandra McDowell; and six nieces and
nephews, Beth, Lowell, Linda, Ruth, Julie and Laurel.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7
p.m. Thursday at
Thursday,
October 30, 2008
Gladys E. Deeds
March 27, 1918-Oct.
28, 2008
Gladys E. DEEDS, 90, of
Born in
In 1937, she married Earl O. Deeds. He
preceded her in death on Nov. 18, 1986.
She was employed by Hart Schaffner
& Marx of
She was a member of the
Survivors include two daughters,
Jenice Armstrong, Rochester, and Deanna A. Bagley and husband Stan, North
Manchester; two sons, Eugene O. Deeds and wife Karen, Rochester, and Earl O.
Deeds Jr. and wife Carolyn, Rochester; seven grandchildren; 11
great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and a sister, Mary Kathryn
Campbell, Akron; and two brothers, Clifford Walker and wife Hazel, Peru, and
Melvin Walker and wife Jewell, Wabash.
She was preceded in death by her
parents, three sisters and seven brothers.
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Wm. Edward Gray
Dec. 5, 1914-Oct. 28,
2008
Wm. Edward GRAY, 93, of
Born in
Ed retired from Sonoco Products Co.,
He was stationed in
He was a member of
In addition to his wife, Elizabeth Ann
Gray of Akron, he is survived by a son, Philip E. and wife Ivy Gray, Fort
Wayne; a granddaughter, Holly and husband Ted Raney, Fort Wayne; a grandson,
Brian and wife April Gray, Fort Wayne; three great-granddaughters, Aliya Raney,
Gretchen Raney and Morgan Miller; a great-grandson, Wyatt Raney; three sisters,
Mary Ellen Wise, Warsaw, Vivian Spence, Rochester, and Lois and husband Allen
Woolley, Akron; a brother, Garland "Bud" and wife Shirley Gray,
Akron; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his
parents; a sister, Cora Katherine Benner; and four brothers, Richard O.,
Clifford, John W. and Robert Gray.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at
Hartzler Funeral Home,
Carol J. Klimes
Carol J. KLIMES, 72,
Survivors include her husband, Richard
D. Klimes, Lucerne; children, David R. Klimes, Greenwood, Daniel L. Klimes,
Logansport, Diane M. Erickson, Logansport, Douglas A. Klimes, Louisville, Ohio,
and Debra R. Julian, Logansport; and sisters, Karen Sue Starr, Richland, Iowa,
Kristy Albirght, Beeman, Iowa, and Kathy Coleman, Richland, Iowa.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at
All Saints Catholic Church,
Anthony Peters
Anthony
"Tony" PETERS, 58, of 709
Travis Road, New Cumberland, W.Va., formerly of Mentone, died Oct. 17 in New
Cumberland.
Survivors include three sisters, Mary
Shoemaker, North Webster, Eileen Bradford, North Manchester, and Diana Miller,
Services will be at noon Saturday at
King Memorial Home, Mentone, with visitation one hour prior to the service.
Fred L. Richardson
Fred L. RICHARDSON, 77, of
Survivors include his wife, Virginia
Richardson, Tippecanoe; two sons, Rick Richardson, Tippecanoe, and Randy
Richardson, Mentone; a sister, Katherine Kizer,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at
King Memorial Home, Mentone, with visitation from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday at
the funeral home.
Esther L. Rude
Nov. 16, 1922-Oct.
28, 2008
Services for Esther L. RUDE, 85, of
Kewanna will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Kewanna Church of Christ.
She died at 2 a.m. Tuesday at Pulaski
Health Care Center, Winamac.
Born Nov. 16, 1922, in
Esther was a 1940 graduate of
Esther was a homemaker and she also
formerly worked for United Telephone Company, Kewanna and Winamac, and Mar-Lo
Restaurant, Kewanna. She was a member of the Kewanna Church of Christ, Kewanna
Saddle Club, Kewanna Mothers Club and a former member of Pinhook Grange. Esther
enjoyed singing with the choir at church and spending time with her
grandchildren.
Survivors include two sons, Stephen
Rude and his wife Donna of Rochester and Joe Rude and his wife Juanita of
Kewanna; 10 grandchildren, Michael, Thomas, Andy and Charles Rude, Derek,
Whitney and Drew Brockus, and Jesse, Darius and Sadie Rude; eight
great-grandchildren, Shanda, Zachary, Jacob, Coleman, Bill, Jimmie, Josh and
Olivia Rude; and one great-great-granddaughter, Myli Rude.
She was also preceded in death by one
brother, Robert Jump, and two sisters, Dorothy Schweder and Alice Frarzen.
Burial will be in
Friends may call from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Memorial contributions may be made to
the Kewanna Church of Christ,
Online condolences may be made to the
family at www.harrisonmetzger.com.
Joseph Maurice Van
Dalsen II
Sept. 13, 1948-Oct.
29, 2008
Joseph Maurice Van DALSEN II, 60, Macy, passed away at 11:50 a.m.
Wednesday at his residence.
Born Sept. 13, 1948, in
Survivors include his mother, Nora
"Maggie" Van Dalsen, Albany, Ky.; two sisters, Joyce (Bing) Spitler,
Mason, Ohio; Jane (Dan) Angeline, Corpus Christi, Texas; a niece, Nanette
(Kevin) Durr, LaMars, Iowa; a nephew, Scott Joseph (Amy) Spitler, Glen Allen,
Va.; and great-nieces and great-nephews, Aiden Spitler and Emily Spitler, Glen
Allen, Va., Curtis Durr, Whitney Durr, and Jackie Durr, LeMars, Iowa.
He was preceded in death by his
father.
He was a railroad engineer for CSX,
retiring after 30 years on Aug. 29, 2001.
A United States Army veteran, he
served during
He was a 1974 graduate of
He was a member of the LeRoy Shelton
American Legion Post No. 36 of
Funeral services will be held at 11
a.m. Saturday at McClain Funeral Home,
Friday,
October 31, 2008
Ronald M. 'Bo'
Breitweiser
Ronald M.
"Bo" BREITWEISER, 69, Macy,
died Thursday at Fairmont Rehabilitation,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Fred L. Richardson
Sept. 3, 1931-Oct.
29, 2008
Fred L. RICHARDSON, 77, of
Born in
On May 4, 1952, he married Virginia R.
Scott in
He served in the National Guard and
was a lifelong farmer. He retired from the Tippecanoe Volunteer Fire
Department.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman
and enjoyed a variety of other outdoor activities. He liked to attend
hit-and-miss engine and historic power shows.
In addition to his wife, Virginia
Richardson, Tippecanoe, he is survived by two sons, Rick and wife Jana
Richardson, Tippecanoe, and Randy and wife Darlene Richardson, Mentone; a
sister, Katherine Kizer, Michigan; a brother, Bill and wife Donna Richardson,
Schoolcraft, Mich.; two grandchildren, Crystal and husband Chuck Shafer and
John Maahs; and five great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a
grandson, Robert Richardson, in 1988; a sister, Annabelle Kohl; three brothers,
Bob, Cliff and James Richardson; and his parents.
His funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Sunday at King Memorial Home,
Saturday,
November 1, 2008
Myrl Annis Crum
Oct. 25, 1924-Oct.
30, 2008
Myrl Annis CRUM, 84, of 11654
W. 18B Road,
Born in Burr Oak, the son of Annis
Victor and Ida Grace Crum, he lived all his life in the
He served in the U.S. Army during
World War II from 1945-1946 in the 3766th Quartermaster Truck Company, where he
earned the rank of sergeant.
On March 28, 1948, he married
Katherine Miller on her family farm in
He was a pipe fitter and plumber for
Bendix,
He was a member of
Survivors include his wife, Betty
Crum, Argos; two sons, Annis E. Crum and his wife Linda and Richard R. Crum and
his wife Donna, all of Argos; two daughters, Paulette McCalvin and Patti Willis
and her husband Rick, all of Argos; three stepdaughters, Julia Grzesiak and
husband Pat, Argos, Joyce Downs and husband Bruce, South Bend, Pamela Calhoun
and husband Brian, Plymouth; two stepsons, Charles Campbell and wife Lisa,
Argos, and Freddie Campbell and wife Sandy, Akron; seven grandchildren; 11
great-grandchildren; nine stepgrandchildren; two stepgreat-grandchildren; three
brothers, Paul Crum and wife Lorraine, Culver, Ned "Butch" Crum and wife
Diane, Kentucky, John Crum and wife Vickie, Argos; and a sister, Rosalyn Arndt
of Jay Em, Wyo.
He was also preceded in death by his
parents; a son, Myrl Crum Jr.; brothers, LeRoy "Bus" Crum and Bruce
Crum; and a sister, Peggy Morris.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Laura Luella Williams
Jan. 16, 1938-Oct.
31, 2008
Laura Luella WILLIAMS, 70, of
Born in Macy, the daughter of William
P. and Dorothy Shaw Smith, she lived her entire life in the
On May 23, 1958, in
Laura retired in 1989 after working
for Rochester Metal and Controlls Inc.,
She loved her role as grandma and
great-grandma. She was an avid Elvis Presley fan and collector of his
memorabilia.
She is also survived by a daughter,
Idella Beliles and husband Bill, Rochester; two sons, William E. Smith and wife
Sheila, Rochester, and Ricky D. Smith; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren;
a sister, Phyllis Barrett, Rochester; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her
parents and a sister, Patricia Jyland.
Her funeral service will be at 7 p.m.
Monday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Monday,
November 3, 2008
A. Maxine Ault
A. Maxine AULT, 85, of 7506
S. 600 West, Claypool, died Sunday at
Survivors include a daughter, Connie
Ault,
Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday
at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with visitation from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday
at the funeral home.
Richard D. Riggle
Richard D. RIGGLE, 82, Roachdale,
died Sunday.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Ford
Riggle; four sons, Charley Riggle, Roachdale, Ron Riggle,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday at Servies & Morgan Funeral Home, Roachdale, with visitation from
4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Tuesday,
November 4, 2008
William D. Ingram
Oct. 12, 1939-Oct.
29, 2008
William "Bill" D. INGRAM, 69, of
Born in Kewanna, he was the son of
Charles Lee Ingram and Lillian Nelson Ingram. They preceded him in death.
On Nov. 27, 1970, he married Mary A.
Hoover in Demotte, and she survives.
In addition to his wife, Mary A.
Ingram, Francesville, he is survived by three daughters, Lori (Andy) Kamp,
Kewanna, Lynda (Bryan) Guard, New Paris, and Trina (Mark) Samuels, Lafayette; a
stepdaughter, Tonya (Eric) Gillikin, Beaufort, N.C.; grandchildren, Andrea
Kamp, Kewanna, Ashley (Rick) Kamp Morris, South Bend, Tyler Bailey and Brittany
Bailey, both of Lafayette; stepgrandchildren, Travis (Melanie) Bartram,
Copperas Cove, Texas, and Tasha (Justin) Castro, Oak Harbor, Wash.;
stepgreat-grandchildren, Autumn Menard, Nevaeh Bartram, Serinity Bartram, all
of Copperas Cove, Texas; a sister, Shirley Bussert, Kewanna; and a brother, Jay
Ingram, Indianapolis.
He was also preceded in death by three
brothers, Woodson, Richard and Donald Ingram, and a daughter, Kimberly K.
Ingram.
His service was at 2 p.m. Sunday at
Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial was at
Richard D. 'Buck'
Riggle
June 11, 1926-Nov. 2,
2008
Richard D. "Buck" RIGGLE, 82, of
Roachdale passed away on Sunday.
He was born June 11, 1926 at Roachdale
to Charles V. and Ethel Marie Dickerson Riggle.
He served in the U.S. Navy on LST 288
in the Pacific theater from 1944 to 1946. He retired from the U.S. Post Office
in Roachdale, where he worked from 1954 to 1981. He also operated Riggle Repair
and Upholstery Shop from 1962 to 1981. He was a member of Roachdale Masonic
Lodge, Roachdale VFW and Roachdale Presbyterian Church.
Surviving is his wife, Mary Ford
Riggle; four sons, Charley (Phyllis) Riggle of Roachdale, Ron (Donna) Riggle of
Rochester, David (Brigitte) Gatlin of Crawfordsville, Danny (Diane) Westbrook
of Fort Mill, S.C.; one daughter, Kathy (
Funeral services will be Wednesday at
Servies & Morgan Funeral Home at
Memorials may be made to either the
Roachdale Presbyterian Church at
Wednesday,
November 5, 2008
No Obituaries
Thursday,
November 6, 2008
Betty M. Grossnickle
Sept. 19, 1922-Nov.
4, 2008
Betty M. GROSSNICKLE, 86, formerly
of
She was born Sept. 19, 1922, in
Betty married Carl E. Grossnickle in
She is survived by her son, Dennis
(Christi) Grossnickle of Rochester; two daughters, Beverly (Jon) Grey and
Sharon (Joe) Deeter, both of Wabash; six grandchildren, David (Kelli) Singer of
North Manchester, Dirk Singer of Greensboro, N.C., Eric (Susie) Grey of
Manchester, N.H., Anne (Steve) Lyng of Middlebury, Clint Grossnickle of Ann
Arbor, Mich., Jessie Grossnickle of New York, N.Y.; two great-grandchildren,
Kortnee Singer and Karla Singer, both of North Manchester. She was preceded in
death by her three brothers, Rex and Wayne and Glen Kizer, and her sister,
Gladys Gill.
Funeral services will be held at
Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service,
Elmer H. Trier
Elmer H. TRIER, 91,
Survivors include sons, Rev. Orlando
Trier,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at
Lutheran Home Chapel,
Friday,
November 7, 2008
Frances E. Hewes
Frances E. HEWES, 85,
Services will be at noon Saturday at
St. Mary's of the
Saturday,
November 8, 2008
No Obituaries
Monday,
November 10, 2008
Ellen Richard
April 9, 1931-Nov. 8,
2008
Ellen RICHARD,
77, of
Born in
She was a homemaker and was also
employed by the Fulton County Council on Aging. She retired in 1997 after 22
years of service.
Her grandchildren were her hobby; the
enjoyment of loving her grandchildren and great-grandchildren meant the world
to her. She loved all babies and children.
Survivors include four daughters, Mary
Rockenbaugh and husband Jim, Peru, Rita Jenkins and husband Jim, Ruth Gunter
and Dwight, Jane Richard, all of Rochester; eight sons, Frank Keitzer and wife
Ruby, Theodore Richard and wife Lynda, Hugh Richard and wife Vicky, Charles
Richard, Carl Richard and wife Charla, Joe Richard, all of Rochester, Mark
Richard and wife Kris, Holiday, Fla., and Ed Richard, Avon; two sisters, Ladyne
Millican, Jackson, Ga., and Ethel Loehmer and husband Ralph, Monterey; a
brother, Richard Reinholt and wife Ellen, West Virginia; 34 grandchildren; and
20 great-grandchildren with four more on the way.
She was preceded in death by her
parents; husband, Paul Keitzer; a son, James Edward Richard, in infancy; an
infant granddaughter, Traci Richard; a daughter-in-law, Carla Richard; and a
brother, Russell Reinholt.
A public graveside service will be at
4 p.m. Tuesday at Citizen's Cemetery,
Tuesday,
November 11, 2008
No Paper-Holiday
Wednesday,
November 12, 2008
Jean E. Brown
Feb. 22, 1915-Nov. 8,
2008
Jean E. BROWN, 93, North
Manchester, formerly of Converse, died at 10 p.m. Saturday at
Born in
On June 26, 1938, she married
Leicester H. Brown. He died Aug. 17, 2002.
She taught business and music at
She was a member and past president of
Pierian Club and member and past president of Department Club, both of
Converse. Jean enjoyed reading, playing the keyboard, visiting with friends and
playing cards.
While living in Converse, she was a
member of
Survivors include her daughter, Linda
(
One son, Larry Brown, died in 1979.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers.
Her funeral service will be at 11 a.m.
Thursday at Timbercrest Chapel,
Grace Louise (Conrad)
Brubaker
July 23, 1921-Nov.
11, 2008
Grace Louise (Conrad) BRUBAKER, 87, of
Kokomo, died at 1 a.m. on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, in
She was born on July 23, 1921, in
On April 27, 1946, in
Mrs. Brubaker was a graduate of
During World War II, the country was
recruiting for professionals in the health care field. Grace served the
After the war, Grace continued her
career at
Mrs. Brubaker loved her family dearly
and was a devoted member of St. Lukes United Methodist Church in
She is survived by two daughters, Ann
L. Patterson and her husband Fred of Kokomo, and Sharon J. Brubaker of Owosso,
Mich.; a dear family friend, like a daughter to Grace, is Judy Mattoon of
Owosso, Mich.; a brother, Rev. Byron Conrad and his wife Betty of Sacramento,
Calif.; two grandchildren, Jennifer Patterson and her husband Steven Skovensky
of Chicago, Ill., and Jim Patterson and his wife Stacy of Losantville; one
great-granddaughter, Taylor Lynn Patterson of Losantville.
Visitation for the Brubaker family
will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Ellers Mortuary,
Carl D. Huffman
Nov. 8, 1925-Nov. 9,
2008
Services for Carl D. HUFFMAN, 83, of Deer
Creek, will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the
He died at 11:15 p.m. Sunday at
Born on Nov. 8, 1925, in
He was a 1943 graduate of
Carl was also a former member of the
He was a carpenter and foreman for Ed
Medland and Son Construction Company in
Survivors include his wife, Charlotte
L. Huffman of Deer Creek; one son, Alan Huffman and wife Jessica of Brownsburg;
two daughters, Elaine Hartigan and husband Jack of Sparta, N.J., and Rita Ault
and husband Carl of Rochester; two stepsons, Paul Myers and wife Sharron of
Deer Creek and Bob Myers and wife Jo-Ann of Southington, Conn.; one
stepdaughter, Jane Myer and husband Tom of Deer Creek; seven grandchildren;
three great-grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; and nine
stepgreat-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by
brothers, Joseph, Donald and Albert Huffman and sister Helen Huffman.
Pastors Aaron Webb and Warren Purcell
will officiate the service and burial with military rites will be conducted at
the
Friends may call from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes, Kewanna chapel, and
also one hour prior to the service at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made to
the
Thursday,
November 13, 2008
No Obituaries
Friday,
November 14, 2008
Phillip Keller
Phillip KELLER,
86,
Arrangements are pending at
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver.
Celia J. Montague
Celia J. MONTAGUE, 95, formerly
of Bourbon, died Thursday at Bremen Health Care Center.
Survivors include five children, Nila
Ellen Davis,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at
Greg Peter
Greg PETER,
51, of Country Club Drive, Rochester, died Wednesday at St. Anthony Memorial,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Saturday,
November 15, 2008
Michael Eugene
Andrews Sr.
July 21, 1943-Nov.
14, 2008
Michael Eugene ANDREWS Sr., 65,
Born in
He served his country in the U.S. Army
from Feb. 1, 1962, to Aug. 9, 1969. He worked as a brick layer.
Survivors include his wife, Patsy
Andrews, Delong; three daughters, Bridget Andrews, Culver, Tabitha (Chris)
Smith, Monterey, and Tammy Lynn Stockton, Chicago, Ill.; a son, Michael E.
Andrews Jr., Monterey; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three
sisters, Mary (Bruce) Correll, Argos, Lelia (Carl) Denny, North Liberty, and
Shirley (Herbert) Stevens, Argos; and three brothers, Jerry (Janet) Andrews,
Rochester, Larry (Pat) Andrews, Rochester, and Doug (Lynn) Andrews, Argos.
He was preceded in death by his
parents; a brother, Thomas LeRoy Andrews Jr.; a sister, Linda Howard; and a
grandson, Jonathan Andrews.
Friends may visit with the family from
2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Jean M. Balmer
Jean M. BALMER, 50, 10275 N.
Indiana 19, Macy, died at 8:19 a.m. Friday due to an automobile accident at
Indiana 19 and County Road 800 North in
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Philip M. Keller
Philip M. KELLER, 87,
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy
Berger; a son, William Keller,
Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at
St. Anne's Catholic Church,
Gregory A. Peter
Aug. 30, 1957-Nov.
12, 2008
Gregory A. PETER, 51, of 2915
Country Club Drive East, Rochester, died at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony
Memorial,
Born in
On July 30, 1978, Greg married his
best friend and the love of his life, Julie Ann Johnson in an outdoor ceremony
near
As a talented fabricator, Greg worked
for the sheet metal division of Climate Makers Inc.,
Julie and Greg enjoyed growing a
variety of exotic hybrid orchids in their home. A fun day for the family was a
day including "Home Improvement," working on projects, led by Greg,
together as a team.
Being very meticulous, Greg made
certain the closets, tool chests and kitchenware met his specifications for
organization. He was known for his excellent taste in selecting trendy clothing
and jewelry for his wife and children. Many weekend mornings Greg would awaken
first and cook breakfast for the household. He also enjoyed grilling out.
Greg was a gifted member of well-known
bands
To relax, Greg enjoyed reading
mysteries and suspense. He also enjoyed antiquing and collecting nesting dolls,
Delftware and
Christmas was Greg's favorite holiday.
He loved to decorate for the holidays both in his home and outside. He was
delighted each year to assemble the village and train set on the hutch and oak
table in perfect sight for all the holiday visitors to see. Gift wrapping was
his forte and he spent hours employing the perfect designs that would rival his
chief competitor, Martha Stewart.
His family was paramount in his mind.
He adored his grandson, Adarius, treasured his children, and was devoted to his
loving wife, Julie. He always had time to help his mother and sisters and
brother. He delighted in playfully wrestling with his nephews and nieces. Greg
leaves behind to cherish his memory: his loving family, fellow band members,
colleagues from Climate Maker and many friends he made during life's journey.
Survivors include his wife, Julie A.
Peter, at home; two daughters, Lanae Peter, Rochester, and Jessica Peter, at
home; a son, Aaron Peter, at home; a grandson, Adarius W. Ranstead, Rochester;
his mother, Marilyn E. Peter; three sisters, Laura S. Berkey and husband Scott,
Goshen, Donna Ortmann and husband DelRoy, Kokomo, and Joellyn R. Detjen and
husband Matt, Indianapolis; a brother, Daniel G. Peter and wife Kelli R.,
Lafayette; his mother-in-law, Sue Johnson, Rochester; two brothers-in-law, Paul
Johnson and wife Melinda, Columbus, and Dave Johnson and wife Shelly, Fulton;
and nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of the life of Gregory
Allen Peter will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Olive Branch Church of God, 4581 E.
1200 North, Roann, with the Rev. Lowell Burrus officiating. Burial will be at
Daniel W. Swick
Daniel W. SWICK, 47, of 308
S.
Survivors include Sally Miller, North
Manchester; his parents, Donald and Margaret Swick,
Private graveside services will be
held later. Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. today at King Memorial Home,
Mentone.
Monday,
November 17, 2008
Jean M. Balmer
Oct 14, 1958-Nov. 14, 2008
Jean M. BALMER, 50, 10275
Born in
On Aug. 27, 1977, she married Stanley
R. Balmer in
She worked as a bus aide for North
Miami School Corp. and was a member of the LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post
No. 36 Auxiliary and the Eagles No. 852 Auxiliary, both of
Survivors include her parents, Robert
and Norma Smith, Rochester; a daughter, Debra and husband Samuel Cole,
Wheatfield; a son, David Balmer and fiancée Holly Oldham, Peru; two
granddaughters, Allison and Hayleigh Cole; a brother, John and wife Rhonda Smith,
Shelbyville; her father-in-law, Bill Balmer, Rochester; and her mother-in-law,
Alice Balmer, London, Ky.
Services will e at 11 a.m. Wednesday
at
E. Joan Davis
Aug. 13, 1925–Nov. 14, 2008
Joan DAVIS, 83, of 5623
W. 600 South, (Burket) Claypool, died at 8:30 p.m. Friday at
Born in
She married Richard L.
"Dutch"
She was a homemaker and worked in the
Ace Hardware flower shop,
In addition to her husband, who
survives in Burket, she is survived by two daughters, Rainelle and husband
Terry Dowell, Mentone, and Leslie and husband Charles Jarvis, Tippecanoe; a
son, Jeff Davis, Burket; six grandchildren, Skip, Neal, Keri, Justin, Jason and
Michelle; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jan and husband Duane
Ankenbruck, Fort Wayne, and Linda and husband Harrison Martin, Hartsville,
S.C.; and a brother, Allen Study, Warsaw.
She was preceded in death by a son,
Michael Davis; three sisters, June Tully, Marjorie Sausaman and Francy Taylor;
a brother, Dick Study; and her parents.
Family graveside services will be
Tuesday at
Janice Howard-Collins
Janice HOWARD-COLLINS,
68, of
Survivors include four sons, Tim
Brock, Culver, Marty Brock, Culver, Jack Moriarty, Argos, and Galen Moriarty; a
daughter, Launa Fields, Hazard, Ky.; three brothers, Harold Dean Howard, Rochester,
Denton Howard, Jonesboro, and Olin Howard, Argos; and a sister, Claudette
Stevens, Lakeville.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at
Plymouth Church of Jesus Christ with visitation from noon to 1 p.m.
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
November 18, 2008
No Obituaries
Wednesday,
November 19, 2008
Catherine L. Nodd
Catherine L. NODD, 81, of
Survivors include a son, Frank S.
Nodd,
No visitation or service is planned.
King Memorial Home, Mentone, is handling arrangements.
Thursday,
November 20, 2008
Eva Belle Smith
Eva Belle SMITH, 87, of
Survivors include her husband, Marion
M. Smith, Mentone, and two daughters, Linda Phillips,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with visitation from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday.
Friday,
November 21, 2008
William Paxson
William PAXSON,
70,
Arrangements are pending.
Saturday,
November 22, 2008
Bill Paxson
Jan. 10, 1938-Nov.
19, 2008
William Mahlen PAXSON died at 5:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008, at
He was born in LaPorte on Jan 10,
1938, to Harrold and Helen (Wendling) Paxson. He was a lifelong resident of
Walton and
He served in the U.S. Navy. He was a
past member of the Logansport Shrine Club, Masons and FOP. He also was a member
of the Izaak Walton League Gun Club. He enjoyed woodworking, crafts, fishing,
and, most of all, telling jokes and stories.
He worked at Logan Machine and was a
heavy-equipment operator and truck driver.
He is survived by his mother, Helen
Gunter; two brothers, P.D. Gunter and Dave Paxson; two daughters, Paula Marshall
and husband Joe, and Pam Foster and husband Larry; two grandchildren, Mitch
Michael and Kristi Michael; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and
nephews; and his long-time friend Sheila Davis.
He was preceded in death by his
father, Harrold; stepfather, Paul Gunter; daughter, Polly Ann; aunt, Virginia
Kinnaman; and grandmother, Laura Wendling.
His body was donated to I.U. Medical
Science, which was his lifelong wish. Contributions may be made to the
A memorial celebration will be held
Monday, Nov. 24, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 800
E. Broadway, Logansport, with Pastor Teri White officiating.
Eva Belle Smith
Sept. 7, 1921-Nov.
19, 2008
Eva Belle SMITH, 87, of
Born in
On Dec. 24, 1941, she married Marion
M. Smith in
In addition to her husband, she is
survived by two daughters, Linda and husband Stanley Phillips,
She was preceded in death by a sister,
Opal Archer, and brothers, Lloyd, Ernie, Art and Leonard Brockey.
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. today at King Memorial Home,
Monday,
November 24, 2008
Kenneth E. Foulke
Rev. Kenneth
E. FOULKE, 89,
Survivors include two daughters,
Sharon Johnson,
Services will be at 1 p.m. today at
Ethel Mathias
Ethel MATHIAS,
91, died at 6:16 p.m. Sunday at
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Oct. 27, 1910-Nov.
20, 2008
Services for Florence Ellen THOMAS, 98, of
Winamac, formerly of Kewanna, will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Harrison-Metzger
& Rans Funeral Home,
She died at 11:30 p.m., Thursday at
Hickory Creek at Winamac.
Born Oct. 27, 1910, in
She was a member of
Survivors include a daughter, Vicki J.
Gupton and husband Bill of Winamac; stepson, Edgar M. Thomas and wife Joanne of
Kewanna; stepdaughter, Patricia J. Birge and husband Euel of
She was also preceded in death by her
son, Robert Lee Rees Sr.; stepdaughter, Judith A. Heath; and sister, Alpha Mae
Burke.
Rev. James Wasmuth will officiate at
the services. Burial will be at
Tuesday,
November 25, 2008
Donna Jane Rock
Crispen
Donna Jane
Rock CRISPEN, 51, of 4886
W. 1550 North,
Survivors include her husband, Steven
D. Crispen, at home; daughters, Stacy Jane Manns, Akron, Jacqueline M. Manns,
North Manchester, Courtney Altalee Kirby, Macy, Amanda M. Barnes, Akron, and
Katherine R. Mullins, Tiosa; a son, Joshua D. Kirby, Rochester; her mother, Alta
Madlem, Macy; three brothers, Darl Wayne Rock, Rochester, Richard E. Rock,
Kewanna, and John W. Rock, Twelve Mile.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday
at Good Family Funeral Home,
Lois Carol Kelley
Kelly
Oct. 6, 1943-May 2,
2008
Lois Carol Kelley KELLY, 64,
Nashville, Tenn., and formerly of Rochester, passed away May 2, 2008, at her
home after an extended struggle with kidney cancer.
She was born the daughter of Margaret
Devereux Cessna and Eugene Maury Kelley on Oct. 6, 1943, in
She was diagnosed with multiple
sclerosis soon after moving to
For nearly 30 years, Mrs. Kelly was an
active member of Woodmont Christian Church, where she served as president of
Woodmont's Christian Women's Fellowship, was on the church board, chaired
committees, and helped organize events and programs. She also gave her time and
energy to a wide range of
Mrs. Kelly is survived by her husband,
Edward S. Kelly Jr.; daughters, Jennifer A. Wood (David) of
Memorial graveside services will be at
2 p.m. Friday at
Ethel Marie Mathias
Ethel Marie MATHIAS, 91, of
Survivors include a son, James I.
Mathias,
Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
November 26, 2008
Donna Jane Rock
Crispen
Oct. 6, 1957-Nov. 24,
2008
Donna Jane Rock CRISPEN, 51, of 4886
W. 1550 North,
She was born Oct. 6, 1957, in
A lifetime resident of
Donna attended the
On Sept. 22, 2006, Donna Jane was
united in holy matrimony with Steven D. Crispen by Mayor Phil Thompson in
An accomplished equestrian, Donna
competed in shows earlier in her life. Her favorite was her quarter horse
An adventurer, Donna was thrilled by
the feel of freedom when riding motorcycles. She could often be seen cruising
with the convertible top down on her '79 Fiat Spider, her most treasured mode
of travel. To relax, she planted flowers around the landscape of her yard. Red
roses were her favorite flower. Country-western was her choice of music, and
Sugarland ranked as tops!
She is survived by her husband, at
home; three daughters, Stacy Jane Manns and companion James Dice, Akron,
Jacqueline M. Manns and fiance Daniel Peters Jr., North Manchester, and
Courtney Altalee Kirby and companion Jeremy Shock, Macy; a son, Joshua D.
Kirby, Rochester; two stepdaughters, Amanda M. Barnes, Akron, and Katherine R.
Mullins and fiance Jay Schlosser, Tiosa; nine grandchildren, Whitney Jane Dice,
Ryan Paul Eugene Dice, Natalie Christine Kirby, Anna Lee Shock, Curtis Barnes,
Katelynn Barnes, Antonio Mullins, Zachary Taylor Mullins, Jacob Schlosser; her
mother, Alta Madlem, Macy; three brothers, Darl Wayne Rock and wife Janet,
Rochester, Richard E. Rock and wife Jeannie, Kewanna, and John W. Rock and wife
Linda, Twelve Mile; and nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by
her stepfather, John Madlem, in 2003.
A celebration of the life of Mrs.
Donna Jane Rock Crispen will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Good Family Funeral
Home,
Ethel Marie Mathias
Jan. 9, 1917-Nov. 23,
2008
Ethel Marie MATHIAS, 91, of
She was born Jan. 9, 1917, in
Ethel, a homemaker, was accomplished
at crocheting. She fashioned a number of crocheted creations: blankets,
scarves, purses, hats and afghans. These beautiful and unique gifts of warmth
were shared with family and special friends.
The challenges of word puzzles were
never too difficult for Ethel as she persevered to completion. In an effort to
stay fit and increase her longevity while helping friends, Ethel was one of the
original trio who helped found senior aerobics. With great enthusiasm she would
lead her troop of seniors with spirited leg kicks, jumping jacks and toe touches
at the senior center three times each week.
Ethel's delectable culinary skills
will always be remembered by those who dined at the
Survivors include a son, James I.
Mathias, Rochester; three sisters, Hattie Baldwin, Agatha Marsh and Thelma
Frettinger, all of Rochester; three brothers, Charles Moon, Mishawaka, William
Moon and wife Marilyn, Rochester, and Donald Moon and wife Ema, Florida; and
nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Donna Belle
Hoff.
A celebration of the life of Mrs.
Ethel Marie Mathias will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Elsie M. Shoup
Elsie M. SHOUP, 69, of
Survivors include a son, Jeff Shoup,
Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday
at Gundrum Funeral Home with visitation from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday.
Thursday,
November 27, 2008
No Paper-Holiday
Friday,
November 28, 2008
Linda M. Haeck
Feb. 16, 1950 - Nov.
21, 2008
Linda M. HAECK, formerly
Linda M. Geller, 58, of
Linda leaves behind her husband Robert
Haeck, Fruitland Park, Fla.; a son, Bobby wife Marcie Haeck, Merritt Island,
Fla.; a daughter, Kelly husband Mark Weiss, Lakeland, Fla.; Grandchildren:
Adrianna, Tyler, Skylee, Ryan, Nick and Jacob; her mother, Reba Honkomp, Macy,
two sisters, Nancy husband Bob Dell, Rochester, Reba husband Dennis Derryberry,
Akron, five brothers, Pete Geller, Culver, Richard wife Paulette Geller,
Monterey, Bill wife Lori Geller, Culver, Bernard wife Reba Honkomp Jr., Peru,
and John wife Becky Honkomp, Rochester. She is preceded in death by her father
Bernard Honkomp Sr. in 1992, two brothers, Robert Honkomp in 2005 and George
Geller in 2008.
Linda worked as a purchasing agent at
Gladiator Industries, as a supervisor at Florida Medical Industries, and for
the past 13 years as a bookkeeper for Parent Management Companies. She had a
special love for nature, and spent many adventurous vacations with family and
friends searching for unspoiled beaches throughout the
Funeral services for Linda were held
on Monday, Nov. 24, at the Lady Lake Chapel of Beyers Funeral Home with Dr.
Alan Holden officiating. Entombment followed at Highland Memorial Park Ocala,
Fla. Visitation was on Sunday, Nov. 23, at the Beyers Funeral Home. A Memorial
service to celebrate Linda's life will be held locally on Sunday, Nov. 30, at
2:00 p.m. at the home of Dennis and Reba Derryberry in
Elsie M. Shoup
Visitation for
Elsie M. SHOUP, 69, Logansport,
who died Tuesday at Logansport Memorial Hospital, is from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
today at Gundrum Funeral Home,
Her funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday.
Richard Eugene
Kistler
March 18, 1926-Nov.
25, 2008
Richard Eugene KISTLER, 82, of
Wesley Manor, 1555 North Main Street, Frankfort, IN 46041, died at noon,
Tuesday, at St. Vincent
A veteran of WWII, Richard graduated
from
Richard was preceded in death by one
sister and five brothers. He is survived by his children, Cheryl (Dan) Targgart
of Churubusco, Lucinda Merrill of Russiaville, Lanny (Cindy) Kistler of Goshen,
Nina (Alan) Peery of Goshen, Renny (Mark) Yeoman of Elkhart, and Les Kistler of
Mishawaka. Richard is also survived by ten grandchildren and six
great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 6
p.m. on Sunday, at Genda Funeral Home, 608 North Main,
Memorial contributions can be made to
Seminary Scholarships in
On-line condolences may be directed to
www.gendafuneralhome.com.
Saturday,
November 29, 2008
Oretha Stiffler
Oretha STIFFLER,
79, 5229 South 800 West, Mentone, died at 1:50 p.m. Friday at
Monday,
December 1, 2008
Oretha C. Stiffler
Feb. 10, 1929 – Nov. 28, 2008
Oretha C. STIFFLER, 79, 5229 S.
800 West, Mentone, died at 1:50 p.m. Friday at
The daughter of Adam and Edith
Klingerman Bickel, she was born Feb. 10, 1929 in Millersburg. She married Dale
H. Stiffler on March 20, 1955 at
She was a homemaker and had worked at
Sarber Poultry Farm in Mentone. In her earlier years she worked at Penn
Controls,
Survivors include her husband, Dale;
two sons, Patrick and wife Elaine Stiffler, Fortville, and Steven and wife Lori
Stiffler, Akron; four grandchildren, Amanda, Jenny, Jessica and Jaclyn
Stiffler; a sister, Geneva and husband Sam Speicher, Goshen; three brothers,
John Bickel and Forest Bickel, both of Goshen, and Elsworth Bickel,
Millersburg. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister and two
brothers.
Visitation is 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. today
at King Memorial Home,
Ronald D. Betzner
Nov. 3, 1943 – Nov. 29, 2008
Ronald D.
"RD" BETZNER, 65,
He was born to Cecil R.
"Jake" and Evelyn Smith Betzner on Nov. 3, 1943 in
Mr. Betzner's survivors include a
daughter, Carmen Dielman and husband Jon, Gilead; a son, Ryan Betzner and wife
Visitation is 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday
at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home,
Marcella M. Schmeltz
Marcella M. SCHMELTZ, 90,
Survivors include her sons, Dale,
Hillsdale, Mich., and Leroy, Belleville, Mich.; a brother, Raymond McGriff, Argos.
Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. today at the
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Hermel E. Stevens
Hermel E. STEVENS, 77, died at
5:30 p.m. Sunday at his residence,
Herbert E. Humphries
Herbert E. HUMPHRIES, 86,
His survivors include two sons, Thomas
E., Elwood, and Jeffrey, Norman; a sister, Lela Naylor,
Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday at Owens Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
December 2, 2008
Hermel E. Stevens
Sept. 7, 1931 - Nov.
30, 2008
Hermel E. STEVENS, 77,
Born Sept. 7, 1931 in Carter County,
Kentucky to James Harm and Margaret Barker Stevens, he moved to Delong in 1961
from
An employee of Gerox, in Knox, he
attended
Mr. Steven is survived by his wife,
Sharon, at home; two daughters, Denise Atkins and husband Mike, Grovertown, and
Deana Flenner, Mentone; three sons, David Stevens and wife Trudy, Fort Payne,
Ala., Donald Stevens and wife Dianna, Morehead, Ky., and Dwight Stevens and
wife Rhonda, Delong; 12 grandchildren, Michael, John and Laura Atkins, Natasha
Jessie, Danny Flenner, Jennifer Brunner, David and Eric Stevens and Derrick,
Jonathon, Alex and Jordan Stevens; one great-granddaughter, Alexis Brunner; a
sister, Dollie Sammons, Olive Hill, Ky.; a brother, Stanley Stevens, Delong;
and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and eight
siblings.
Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
today at Good Family Funeral Home and one hour prior to his funeral service,
which will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home,
Memorials may be made to
Electronic expressions of sympathy may
be sent to the family at goodfamily@rtcol.com.
Frederick Harmon
Fishburn
Frederick
Harmon FISHBURN, 78,
Survivors include his wife, Norma
Jean, at home; one son, Floyd H. Fishburn,
Visitation is 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday at McClain Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
December 3, 2008
Marilyn Ann Jones
Sept. 5, 1930-Dec. 2,
2008
Marilyn Ann JONES, 78, of
She was born on Sept. 5, 1930, in
Mrs. Jones was a credit manager with
Sears in
Survivors include her husband, Francis
“Casey” Jones,
Funeral services will be conducted at
11 a.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Thursday,
December 4, 2008
Elwyn E. Becker
July 8, 1925-Dec. 2,
2008
Elwyn E. BECKER, 83, of
He was born on July 8, 1925, in
Mr. Becker worked for McMahon-Connor
Construction Company for more than 39 years in cost analysis. After retirement, he worked part-time at
Walmart and was president of the Town Board of Fulton for more than 12
years. He attended
Mr. Becker enjoyed his dog, Corky,
following
Survivors include his daughters, Penny
and husband David Conover, Rochester, and Linda and husband Jimmie Freels,
Peru; grandchildren, Bradley Conover, Rochester, Jason and wife Penny Freels,
Warsaw, Jennifer and husband James Jackson, Peru, Ty and wife Michelle Freels,
Peru; eight great-grandchildren, a sister, Glenda June Miller, Rochester;
sisters-in-law, Mary Powell, Warsaw, and Dorla Powell, Hernando, Fla.; and
several nieces and nephews. He was
preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be conducted at
10:30 a.m. Friday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. Brian
Sewell officiating. Friends may call
from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. today and one hour prior to the service at the funeral
home. Burial will be in the
Forrest Conley
Forrest CONLEY,
76,
Survivors include two sons, Michael
Conley,
A graveside service was Monday, Brant
Funeral Home,
Walter ‘Joe’ Kelley
May 17, 1928-Dec. 2,
2008
Walter “Joe” KELLEY, 80, of
Born in
On July 2, 1950, in
He worked as a carpenter and was a Boy
Scout leader in Atwood and Mentone. He
also volunteered with the youth baseball league in Mentone.
He was a member of Word of Truth
Ministries,
Joe loved to bowl and belonged to the
Christian bowling league in
He is survived by three daughters,
Josie and husband Lew Snell, Walkerton, Debra and husband Harry Stambaugh,
Mentone, and Pamela and husband William Wright, Leesburg; two sons, Michael and
wife Dee Kelley, Milford, and Philip and wife Fanny Kelley, Atwood; 12 grandchildren;
12 great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Ester and husband Charles Sainer,
Oklahoma, Betty and husband Fred Wood, Rochester, and Dora Miller,
Palestine. He was preceded in death by
two sisters, Jean Adams and Maxine Jensen, and two brothers, Wayne Kelley Jr.
and Kenneth Kelley.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home,
Friday,
December 5, 2008
Jerry Rager
Jerry
RAGER, 72,
Survivors include his wife, Elaine K.
Rager, daughter, Lisa Stanley, and son, Terry Rager, all of
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at
D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home,
Saturday,
December 6, 2008
Judith Hill
Judith
HILL, 69, formerly
of
Arrangements are pending at Hartzler
Funeral Home,
Charles Thomas Stout
Charles
Thomas STOUT, 73,
Survivors include his wife, Rosanna
Stout; a daughter, Susanne Stout; four sons, Michael, Steven, Charles and
Thomas Stout; and six brothers, Howard, James, John, Donald, Archie and Arthur
Stout.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at
McClain Funeral Home,
Monday,
December 8, 2008
Lee J. Gearhart
Sept. 29, 1925-Dec.
5, 2008
Lee J. GEARHART, 83, of
Born in
He retired from Sonoco Products Co.,
A veteran, he served in the U.S. Army.
His last year in the service was 1954.
Lee enjoyed woodworking and loved to
crack walnuts.
In addition to his wife, Betty
Gearhart of Akron, he is survived by a daughter, Tammy and husband Jeff
Gibbons, Rochester; a son, Gary Gearhart, Cathedral City, Calif.; a brother,
Robert Gearhart, North Manchester; sisters, Gertrude Walker, Chili, and
Glendora Hamilton, Silver Lake; and two grandchildren, Bryce and Hannah
Gibbons.
He was preceded in death by a brother,
Gerald Gearhart, and a sister, Freda Beigh.
His funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Wednesday at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Harold 'Gibby'
Gibbons
Harold
"Gibby" GIBBONS, 85, of 2018
Boulevard St.,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Judith H. Hill
Dec. 28, 1938-Dec. 5,
2008
Judith H. HILL, 69, formerly
of
Born in
On Nov. 11, 1956, she married Tommie
L. Hill in
A homemaker, she worked at Helvey
Insurance,
She attended Akron Church of God,
where she was involved in the women's group and active in the card ministry.
Judith was very interested in
genealogy and enjoyed photography.
Survivors include a daughter, Nina
Schultz, Fort Thomas, Ky.; two sons, Brian and wife Jean Hill, Matthews, S.C.,
and Bruce Hill, Wakarusa; her mother, Mildred Hammond, North Manchester; six
grandchildren, Derek Hill, Lauren Hill, Jared Hill, Nicholas Hill, Amy Schultz
and Matt Schultz; two sisters, Janet Wood and Karen and husband Don Drone, all
of Akron; and a brother, Gail Hammond and wife Brenda, Clermont, Fla.
She was also preceded in death by her
father and a brother, Gary Hammond.
Her funeral service will be at 10:30
a.m. Tuesday at Akron Church of God,
Survivors include his wife,
There will be no service or
visitation. Hartzler Funeral Home,
Earl Edward
Steininger
Oct. 29, 1950-Dec. 6,
2008
Earl Edward STEININGER, 58, of 8523
W. 1275 South,
Born in
On June 14, 1969, he married Mary Jo
(Coldren) Steininger at the Church of the Nazarene in
He was a farmer and millwright and
belonged to the North Central Antique Tractor Pullers Association.
In addition to his wife, he is
survived by four children, Julie Anne (Terry) Moore, Macy, Kimberly Sue (Donald
Jr.) Caudill, Chad Edward (Judy) Steininger, and Mellisa Kay Steininger, all of
Akron; seven grandchildren, Joshua Allen Moore, Christopher Earl Moore, Jordan
Michael Moore, all of Macy, Chelsea Lenea Caudill, Dereck Allen Caudill,
Nicholas Ryan Caudill and Jonathan Calvin Steininger, all of Akron; two
sisters, Ruth Elizabeth (George) Hoff, Akron, and Patty Lou Shafer, Fulton; and
a brother, Junior Forest Steininger, North Manchester.
He was preceded in death by his
parents; brothers, Henry Sherman Steininger and Richard Calvin Steininger; a
sister, Barbara Lucille Steininger; and a daughter, Nicole Lee Steininger.
Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p
.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Earl-Love Funeral Home,
Danny Eugene Swanson
Oct. 8, 1946-Dec. 6,
2008
Danny Eugene SWANSON, 62, of
Born Oct. 8, 1946, in LaPorte, he was
the son of Albert and Beverly Dickson, Swanson. On Nov. 25, 1978, he married
Mary Lou Burkett in
He was a self-employed truck driver
working with Bennett Transport, Middlebury.
At the opening of deer season, Danny
enjoyed hunting whitetails with Dave Hoagland and his sons, Matt and Dan. He
enjoyed bowling in the Sunday night mixed league with Mary Lou. An armchair
athlete, he cheered for the
In addition to his wife, Mary Lou
Swanson, at home, he is survived by a daughter, Shelley Armour and husband
Bill, Mill Creek; four sons, Doug Swanson, Ray Swanson, both of LaPorte, Dan J.
Swanson and wife Misty, and Matt Swanson, all of Rochester; four grandchildren,
Chase, Gavin, Alaina and Alyson Swanson; his mother, Beverly Keene, Rochester;
a sister, Tina Combs, New Tazewell, Tenn.; a brother, Chuck Swanson and wife
Rose, Rochester; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived
by his two dogs, Nikki the schnauzer and Mindi the Yorkie-poodle mix, and two
cats, Cinder the tortoiseshell calico and Sophie the gray-and-white tabby.
He was preceded in death by his father
in 1986.
A celebration of the life of Mr. Danny
E. Swanson will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Tuesday,
December 9, 2008
Wilma Jean Alderfer
Feb. 2, 1924-Dec. 7,
2008
Wilma Jean ALDERFER, 84, of
Born in Walnut, the daughter of
Lawrence and Mary (Biddinger) Bodey, she lived her whole life in the
On Nov. 11, 1945, she married Weldon
C. Alderfer at the Walnut Gospel Church of Walnut.
She retired as manager of the Indiana
Department of Transportation Plymouth sub-district, where she worked from 1961
to 1987.
A precinct committeewoman for many
years, she also served as Walnut Township Trustee for two terms.
She was involved with child evangelism
with Betty Murdick and taught Sunday School classes for many years. She was a
member of the
She and her husband also helped with
local foster children.
Survivors include her husband, Weldon
C. Alderfer, Argos; a son, Roger L. Alderfer and wife Elaine, Greenfield; a
daughter, Gloria Smith and husband Kenneth, Argos; a stepgranddaughter, Suzette
Bergstedt and husband Douglas, Logansport; four stepgreat-grandchildren; and a
sister, Mary Ellen Trump and husband Allen, Argos. She was preceded in death by
her parents and sister, Francis Lowe.
Friends may visit with the family from
4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Harold C. Gibbons
Harold C. GIBBONS, 85, of 2018
Boulevard St.,
Survivors include his wife, Marjorie
Gibbons, at home; two sons, H. Devon Gibbons,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Deloris Hudkins
Deloris HUDKINS,
87, formerly of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Eunice Louise
(Eastlund) Kindig
Nov. 26, 1916-Aug. 2,
2008
Eunice Louise (Eastlund) KINDIG, born Nov.
26, 1916, in
Eunice, a 1935 graduate of
In 1982, following Cleon's death,
Eunice volunteered as a host mother for a foreign exchange student. This was the
start of a 26-year program that brought more than 35 young women from
Eunice's charity work was highly
regarded in
Few who knew her will ever forget her
culinary skills. Whether catering a wedding or preparing a holiday feast, to be
a guest was always a four-star experience.
Her unwavering devotion to her family,
her charity work, the love of her students and friends truly defined her. Her
home was always open - no one was ever a stranger.
Eunice passed away at home in
She is survived by her beloved sons,
Morris of Mountain View, Calif., and Norman, Yorba Linda, Calif.; cherished
daughter-in-law, Jane; and loving grandchildren, Elin, Kjersten and Carl. Her
sisters, Lois, Lillian and Dorothy, and brother, Edward, are still living.
Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
December 10, 2008
Fred Crown Jr.
Fred CROWN Jr., 88,
Survivors include daughters, Nancy
Jones,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at
Harold C. 'Gibby'
Gibbons
Jan. 4, 1923-Dec. 7,
2008
Harold C. "Gibby" GIBBONS, 85, of 2018
Boulevard St.,
Born Jan. 4, 1923, in
In 1942, service to our country
beckoned him. He answered the call by becoming a proud member of the U.S. Army
and serving in
After returning from his second tour,
Gibby returned to the road construction work that he so enjoyed. He worked
primarily in the concrete division continuing to drive heavy equipment, as a
crew supervisor and later as a manager of the concrete plant.
As an extraordinary gardener, Gibby
planted a garden that spanned nearly 3/4 of an acre near his home. The floral
portion yielded an array of colorful gladiolus, a variety of tulips, daffodils,
roses and a special blend of wild flowers. He would joyfully share his colorful
bouquets with family and special friends. It was earlier this year that he and
his family planted more than 400 new gladiolus bulbs to accommodate the demand.
On the same tract of land, Gibby
annually planted his vegetable garden which was second to none. He not only
supplied his family, friends and neighborhood, but other acquaintances from
around town could be seen slowly cruising by the location where he would put
out his vegetables to be shared. Whether it was juicy beefsteak tomatoes,
zucchini, cukes or squash, his bumper crop was always shared and enjoyed.
As a sports enthusiast, Gibby cheered
for the Chicago Cubs and da' Bears, the Indianapolis Colts and of course, as a
basketball fan, the I.U. Hoosiers. Ice fishing was a sport where Gibby could
embrace nature while hanging out with his grandson, Austin, and other fellow
fishermen. Annually he was among the first on the ice and last to leave. The
day of his passing he was geared up to go and hit the ice - hoping to catch
some delectable bluegill and crappie from the icy waters of
As a patriot, Gibby honored fallen
veterans as a dedicated member of the military rites unit from our local LeRoy
Shelton American Legion Post and Manitou Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a
life member of more than 61 years and served as past commander of the VFW. He
was a member of the Rochester Independent Order of Odd Fellows for more than 50
years.
Gibby leaves behind his adoring
grandson Austin, devoted sons Devon and Don, loving wife of 62 years Marjorie,
faithful Boston terrier Peaches, loyal fishermen and his esteemed veteran
buddies to cherish his memory and the many good times they shared.
Survivors include his wife, Marjorie
Gibbons, at home; two sons, H. Devon Gibbons and companion Chris Newell,
Rochester, and Don L. Gibbons and husband Walter Howard, San Francisco, Calif.;
a grandson, Austin Gibbons and wife Ashley, Rochester; his sister, Katherine
Hatten, Indianapolis; and two brothers, Robert Gibbons and wife Joyce,
Plymouth, and Frank Gibbons and wife Jean, Cold Spring, Texas.
He was preceded in death by his
parents and a brother, Roy Chalmer Gibbons.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
Harold C. “Gibby” Gibbons will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Good Family
Funeral Home with the Rev. Junior Bose officiating. Friends may visit with his family from 4 p.m.
to 7 p.m. today and one hour prior to the services. Burial will follow at
Alvin H. Hartz
Alvin H. HARTZ, 85, Culver,
died Nov. 19 at St. Elisabeth Regional Health facility,
Survivors include his sons, Hugh
Hartz, Culver, P. Nick Hartz,
A memorial service will be at 10 a.m.
Saturday at
Peter William
Terpstra Sr.
June 4, 1925-Dec. 9,
2008
Peter William TERPSTRA Sr., 83, of
Born to Richard Dirk and Jessie (Post)
Terpstra in
His first marriage was to Marjorie L.
Mikesell on Sept. 12, 1946, in
From 1952 to 1956, he was joint owner
of the Fulton Lumber Company Inc., in
Mr. Terpstra was also active in many
civic groups in
He is survived by one son, Peter
William (Connie) II,
He was preceded in death by his
father, Feb. 6, 1976; his mother, July 8, 1983; a sister, Sylvia Terpstra
Larrison, April 11, 2005; a brother, Paul Dupree (aka Wesley Terpstra), Nov. 1,
2006; and one great-grandson, Zachary R. Kehler, July 4, 2001.
A funeral service will be at 10 a.m.
Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Thursday,
December 11, 2008
Joe Huddle
Joe HUDDLE,
69, Culver, died at 4:05 p.m. Tuesday at home.
Bonine-Odom Funeral Home, Culver, is
handling arrangements.
Deloris L. Hudkins
Oct. 18, 1921-Dec. 8,
2008
Deloris L. HUDKINS, 87, of
Provenna Sacred Heart Home, Avilla, formerly of
Born in
On Feb. 18, 1941, she married Loyal
Judson Hudkins in
Deloris was a homemaker and a 50-year
member of
Crafting was one of her specialties.
She especially enjoyed ceramics and shared her finished projects with family
and friends. The same was true with her counted cross-stitch creations. In
earlier years, she enjoyed flower gardening around her home. Her favorite
flowers were orchids. It was a tradition of her husband, Jud, to surprise her
with an orchid corsage for Mother's Day.
A card player, Deloris enjoyed
spirited games of euchre and spite and malice. On Saturday afternoons, prior to
gathering for games of cards, Deloris and her girlfriends could be seen
trekking across country to visit some of their favorite dining locales.
Survivors include three sons, Stephen
Hudkins, Kent, Ohio, Joe Hudkins and wife Janine, Lexington, Ky., and Tom
Hudkins and wife Patti, Avilla; eight grandchildren, Kathy Davies, Mike
Hudkins, Brian Hudkins, Jennifer Watne, Tim Hudkins, Christina Hudkins,
Christopher Hudkins and Aylesha Hudkins; six great-grandchildren; a sister,
Arlene Baer and husband Emery, Logansport; and a brother-in-law, Francis
Hudkins and wife Mary, Kewanna.
Her funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Friday,
December 12, 2008
Mary L. Humbarger
Mary L. HUMBARGER, 93, formerly
of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Ronnie J. Kindig
Ronnie J. KINDIG, 67, of
Survivors include sons, Andy, Steve,
Eddie and Roy Kindig, all of
Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at
St. Anne's Episcopal Church,
James R. Pippenger
James R. PIPPENGER, 53, of
Survivors include his wife Dorothy A.
Pippenger, daughters Stefanie Pippenger and Shanelle Burns, son Ty Burns, all
of Argos; his mother Phyllis J. Pippenger, sister Barbara Wolff, brothers
Michael Pippenger, Joseph Pippenger, all of Plymouth, and brother John D.
Pippenger, Nappanee.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at
Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home,
James Woods
James WOODS,
63, of 8001 W. 100 South, Kewanna, died at 9:46 a.m. Thursday at
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Saturday,
December 13, 2008
Mary L. Humbarger
Mary L. HUMBARGER, 93, formerly
of
Survivors include two daughters, Darla
Klotz, Battle Creek, Mich., and Susanne Engle, Tucson; two sons, David Humbarger,
Sauetia, Ariz., and Daniel Humbarger, Eager, Ariz.; and a brother, Herbert
Fish, Battle Creek, Mich.
Private family services will be
Monday. Good Family Funeral Home,
Monday,
December 15, 2008
No Obituaries
Tuesday,
December 16, 2008
Kenneth Basham
Kenneth BASHAM,
59, Waterhaven Apartments,
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Ashley Ann Derrickson
Ashley Ann DERRICKSON, 19, Knox,
died Friday at
Survivors include her father, Michael
Derrickson, Knox; mother, Sheri Derrickson, Knox; brothers, Mike Derrickson
Jr., Charlie Derrickson, both of Knox; and a sister, Heather Derrickson, North
Judson.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday
at Braman & Bailey Funeral Home, North Judson, with visitation from 4 p.m.
to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
H. Joe Huddle
H. Joe HUDDLE, 69, Culver,
died Dec. 9 in Culver.
Survivors include a son, Richard J.
Hocker,
A time of remembrance will be 1 p.m.
to 4 p.m. Saturday at Finney-Shilling VFW, Culver. Bonine-Odom Funeral Home,
Culver, is handling arrangements.
Wednesday,
December 17, 2008
Marilyn M. Herrmann
Marilyn M. HERRMANN, 84, Culver,
died at 8:15 a.m. Monday at
Thursday,
December 18, 2008
Kenneth Allen Basham
Kenneth Allen BASHAM, 59,
Waterhaven Apartments,
Survivors include a daughter, Amber
Lynn Basham,
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at
Good Family Funeral Home,
Rhondal Q. Hughes
Rhondal Q. HUGHES, 53, of
Survivors include his children, James
David Hughes, Lindsey Sue Hughes, both of
There were no services or visitation.
Braman Funeral Home, Knox, handled arrangements.
Ruth I. McClain
Ruth I. McCLAIN, 89, of
Survivors include a brother, Marvin
VanLue,
There are no services or visitation.
Brewer Funeral Home, Clermont, is handling arrangements.
Vernon C. MEREDITH, 79, of 5504
S. 700 West, Burket, died Wednesday at
Survivors include his wife, Marcella
Meredith, Burket; a daughter, Melinda Webb, Burket; a son, Marlin Meredith,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with visitation from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday.
Nov. 29, 1913-Dec.
17, 2008
Florence May SCHRADER, 95, of 801
Fortna,
Born in
On March 28, 1942, she married Fred J.
Schrader in
She enjoyed making quilts, crocheting
and sewing.
Survivors include her sister, Margaret
Koczan,
In addition to her husband, she was
preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Linda; and a sister, Hazel Keim.
Her funeral services will be at 11
a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,
Wanita C. Sriver
Wanita C. SRIVER, 61, of 4620
W. 700 North, died Tuesday at the Center for Hospice and Pallative Care,
Survivors include her husband, Ed
Sriver,
Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday
at
Friday,
December 19, 2008
Ruth I. McClain
Ruth I. McCLAIN, 89, of
She was born in
She is survived by her brother, Marvin
G. VanLue,
There will be no services per Aunt
Ruthie's request.
But in remembrance of her smile and
warm heart, please make any donations to Corner Stone Hospice Foundation Inc.,
Vernon C. MEREDITH, 79, of 5504
S. 700 West, Burket, died Wednesday at
Survivors include his wife, Marcella
Meredith, Burket; a daughter, Melinda Webb, Claypool; a son, Marlin Meredith,
Cicero; and a sister, Jane Evans,
Services will be at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with visitation from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday at the funeral home.
Saturday,
December 20, 2008
Ruth I. McClain
Ruth I.
McCLAIN, 89, of
She was born in
She is survived by her brother, Marvin
G. VanLue,
There will be no services per Aunt
Ruthie's request.
But in remembrance of her smile and
warm heart, please make any donations to Corner Stone Hospice Foundation Inc.,
Marguerite M. Frost
Jan. 9, 1917-Dec. 1,
2008
Marguerite Mitchell FROST, of
Mundelein, Ill., passed away peacefully on Dec. 1, 2008, at Libertyville Manor
Nursing Care Facility in
Born in 1917, she grew up in
She was married for many years to
Robert Frost of
"Margy" taught at
After retirement, she was able to
pursue her quick sketch cartooning and was a featured artist at many events and
festivals. She also enjoyed doing her watercolor paintings and portraits.
Marguerite also considered herself a "fiber artist," evidenced by her
many unique crocheted creations.
While living in
She is survived by her daughter,
Phyllis (George) Philbrick of Palatine, Ill.; sons, David Frost of Mundelein,
Jack (Linda) Frost of Maryland; daughter-in-law, Nadine (the late John) Frost
of Washington state; grandchildren, Bryan Frost of Washington state, Andrea
Frost of Alaska; her sisters, Carol (Mitchell) Bennett of Indiana, Elaine
(Mitchell) VanLue of Florida; her brother, Robert Mitchell of Indiana; cousin,
Helen Jean Warnock of Michigan; her brother-in-law, John Frost of North
Carolina; and nine nieces and nephews.
Marguerite always gave to others,
expecting nothing in return. She will be dearly missed.
Funeral services are private. In lieu
of flowers, memorials may be made to Advocate Condell Medical Center Hospice,
Services for
Vernon C. MEREDITH, 79, Burket,
who died Wednesday at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, have been changed due to
the power outages in Mentone.
His funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Sunday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with visitation from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
today.
Monday,
December 22, 2008
Maegan Mariah Noel
Hiatt
Maegan Mariah
Noel HIATT, daughter of
Michael and Julie Hiatt,
Good Family Funeral Home,
Daisy Christine Wray
Jones
Dec. 28, 1920-Dec.
20, 2008
Daisy Christine Wray JONES, 87, of
Born in Boones Mill,
She was a homemaker and dedicated
housewife and a member of
Daisy was a wife and mother with many
strong family traditions grounded in her philosophy of life. Caring for her
family was of supreme importance, especially her loving husband of nearly 70
years. She is remembered for putting the needs of family and special friends
before her own. It was with great pride that she attended to the daily domestic
chores of cooking and keeping the family's home running smoothly.
As matriarch of the family, her
appointment of grandmother and great-grandmother was truly cherished. She
treasured the visits of her grandchildren and followed them closely with their
academic achievements and many accomplishments they made along life's journey.
Recently the fifth generation of the Jones family arrived and Daisy was again
proud of the arrival of the newest generation.
Until just a few years ago, Lyman and
Daisy planted vegetable gardens annually and shared the harvest with neighbors
and special friends. Daisy was delighted with her flower gardens and she
enjoyed helping with landscape projects. As an expert in genealogy, Daisy
collected many pictures, memorabilia and artifacts in an effort to preserve the
family history.
She looked forward to Christmas, her
favorite holiday. Her 88th birthday would have also been next week.
She is survived by three sons, James
E. Jones, Sanford, N.C., Donald M. Jones and wife Geneva, Jackson, Ky., and
Jerry L. Jones and wife Tani, Riverton, Utah; seven grandchildren; five
great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; a brother, Harry Wray and
wife Joan, Kokomo; a sister, Onita Brass, Crossville, Tenn.; and special
friend, Doug Blackburn, South Bend. She was also preceded in death by her
parents.
A celebration of the life of Daisy
Christine Wray Jones will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Good Family Funeral
Home,
Robert J. Wikman
Robert J. WIKMAN, 84, Culver,
died Friday in Culver.
Survivors include his wife, Lori
Wikman, Culver; a son, John Wikman,
Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at
St. Mary's of the
Tuesday,
December 23, 2008
Maegan Mariah Noelle
Hiatt
Maegan Mariah
Noelle HIATT, daughter of
Michael and Julie Hiatt,
Survivors also include three sisters,
Maddison, Mikayla and Mallory, and a brother, Peyton.
Private family services will be
conducted. Good Family Funeral Home,
Wednesday,
December 24, 2008
Charles Edward Gaby
Charles Edward
GABY, 59, of
Arrangements are pending at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Thursday,
December 25, 2008
No Paper-Holiday
Friday,
December 26, 2008
Charles Edward Gaby
Charles Edward
GABY, 59, of
Survivors include his wife, Connie
Gaby,
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Ralph F. Hamman
Dec. 20, 1923-Dec.
24, 2008
Services for Ralph F. HAMMAN, 85, of
Monterey will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes,
He passed away Wednesday at the
Born Dec. 20, 1923, in Kewanna, he was
the son of the late Herbert and Golda (Woolington) Hamman. On Dec. 19, 1962, he
married Phyllis I. Hopkins; she survives.
Ralph was a 1942
He formerly owned and operated the
Monterey Lumber Company, retiring in 1987 after 26 years.
Survivors include his wife, Phyllis I.
Hamman of Monterey; sons, Kenny Hamman and wife Sue of Winamac, Brian Hamman
and wife Carolyn of Culver, Tony Bean and wife Twyla of Monterey and Kevin Bean
of Logansport; daughter, Kim Mitch and husband Jack of Yorktown; brother,
Ronald Hamman of Kewanna; sisters, Ruth Talbott of Kewanna and Betty Frazie of
Fort Wayne; eight granddaughters and six grandsons; and two
great-granddaughters and six great-grandsons.
Ralph was preceded in death by his
first wife, Mary Rachel (Galbreath) Hamman in 1960, and he was also preceded
by: daughter, Connie Conley; grandson, Christopher Conley; two sisters, Lucille
Newcomer and Ginger Good; and two brothers, Herbert "Bud" Hamman and
Robert Hamman.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes,
John Thomas Lakey
John Thomas LAKEY, 82, of
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
Robert D. Leavell
Nov. 24, 1918-Dec.
23, 2008
Robert D. "Bob" LEAVELL, 90, of 7175
S. 125 West,
He was born on Nov. 24, 1918, in
Mr. Leavell had been a salesman for
Cargil Feed, retiring on Jan. 1, 1981. He had also owned and operated the
Survivors include his wife, Marie
Leavell, Rochester; sons, Joe and wife Alice Leavell, Carmel, Jerry and wife
Betty Leavell, Rochester, Jack and wife Nancy Leavell, Cary, N.C., Jeff and
wife Diane Leavell, Fenton, Mo.; daughters, Judy and husband Ken Uiselt,
Mercer, Pa., and Joan and husband Wayne Steele, Rochester; grandchildren, Darla
Mitchell, Dennis Leavell, Todd Leavell, Tina Burns, Michelle Leavell, Parry
Leavell, Amy Horne, Leanne Doty, Chris Tighe, Ken Uiselt, Ryan Steele, Lindsey
Mulholland, Jamie Leavell, Jessica Rockwell, Brittany Leavell, Rob Leavell; 15
great-grandchildren; and brothers, Paul and wife Donna Leavell, Sunrise Beach,
Mo., and Jim and wife Martha Leavell, Cheyenne, Wyo. He was preceded in death
by his parents, two brothers and three sisters.
Funeral services will be conducted at
10 a.m. Monday at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton, with the Rev. Dave
Sommers officiating. Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday and one hour
prior to the service at the funeral home. Masonic services will take place at 6
p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at
Saturday,
December 27, 2008
Dorothea Troike
Boilini
Dorothea
Troike BOILINI, 82, North
Judson, died Wednesday at
Survivors include her husband John
Boilini, North Judson; daughters, Linda Lee Dwyer, Burlingame, Calif., Shanz
Boilini, Los Angeles, Calif., Donna Rowe, North Judson, and Laura Huffman,
Columbia City; a sister, Judy Dobbins, Chesterfield; and a brother, Paul
Troike, San Marcos, Calif.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at
SS Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, North Judson, with visitation from 2
p.m. to 6 p.m. Central time Sunday at O'Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson.
Thomas E. Dunnuck,
Samuel Dunnuck, Gabriel Dunnuck
Thomas E.
Dunnuck
July 1, 1960-Dec. 24,
2008
Samuel Dunnuck
Gabriel Dunnuck
Thomas E. DUNNUCK, 48, of 1014
Parkway Drive, West Fargo, N.D., died at approximately 9 a.m. Dec. 24, 2008,
near
He was born July 1, 1960, in
He graduated from
Surviving are his parents, Forst and
Louise Dunnuck, Etna Green; a daughter, Anna Grace Dunnuck, Fargo, N.D.; three
sisters, Joyce (and spouse Alan) Welch, Lafayette, Barbara (and spouse Dennis)
Croy, Marshall, Mich., and Sandi (and spouse Jon) Schaeffer, Mentone; and three
brothers, Darrell (and spouse Kathleen) Dunnuck, Seattle, Wash., Stephen (and
spouse Becky) Dunnuck, Frankfort, and Jay (and spouse Julianne) Dunnuck,
Midland, Mich.
A memorial service for Thomas, Samuel
and Gabriel will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at King Memorial Home, Mentone, with
Pastors Larry Goss, Dennis Croy and William Stevens officiating. Additional
funeral services and burial for Thomas and his sons will be in Fargo, N.D.
Calling is one hour prior to the service Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Gideons International. Online condolences may be sent
to hartzlerfuneralservices.com.
George R. Hoover
May 22, 1937-Dec. 25,
2008
George R. HOOVER, 71, of 2185
Sycamore,
Born in
As a banker, George is remembered for
his gentle demeanor and his kindness with assisting friends and clients with
their financial concerns at the Farmers & Merchants Bank on the corner of Eighth
and
George loved his church, Grace United
Methodist. As a devoted member, he served in a variety of capacities. He'll be
remembered as a mellow tenor in the choir. He sang for more than 30 years,
including this year's Christmas Eve service. He also served as the financial
secretary for a number of years and was a member of the Kum-Join-Us Class.
At home George and Pat planted a vast
vegetable garden annually. As an armchair athlete, he cheered for the I.U.
basketball teams, Chicago Bears and Cubs, along with the Indianapolis Colts.
He was very proud of his grandchildren
and their many accomplishments, both academic and athletic. He rarely missed
one of Alec's soccer matches and was delighted to watch Elle's recitals.
George and Pat celebrated their 50th
wedding anniversary this past September. He leaves behind his loving wife Pat,
adoring children and grandchildren, many friends from the business world, along
with his treasured
Survivors include a daughter, Jennie
Carey and husband Charles,
He was preceded in death by his
parents; a sister, Joan Johnson; and a brother, Roy Hoover.
A celebration of the life of Mr.
George R. Hoover will be at 10 a.m. Monday at
Jean V. Kennedy
Jean V. KENNEDY, 83, LaPorte,
formerly of
Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman
Bros. Funeral Home,
John Thomas Lakey
Dec. 28, 1925-Dec.
24, 2008
John Thomas LAKEY, 82, of 416
W. Fourth St.,
He was born on Dec. 28, 1925, in
Mr. Lakey retired from Southern
Railroad in
Survivors include his son, Gary Lee
and Debra Lakey, Rochester; daughters, Mary Frances and husband Roger Baker,
Chebanse, Ill., and Jeannie and husband Danny Gregory, Rochester; grandchildren,
Daniel Gregory, Argos, Dawn Gregory, Demotte, Eric and wife Jennifer Baker,
Maine, Jonathan Baker, Chebanse, Ill.; seven great-grandchildren; sisters,
Pauline Nelms, Royston, Ga., and Ruth Story, Linwood, N.C.; and brothers, Roy
Lakey, Lester Lakey and Gilbert Lakey, all of Linwood, N.C. He was preceded in
death by his parents; brother, Rod Lakey; and sisters, Margaret Jenkins and
Willie May.
No services or visitation will be
observed. Burial will take place at a later date at
Deane J. Peterson
Oct. 8, 1925-Dec. 26,
2008
Services for Deane J. PETERSON, 83, of Lake
Bruce, will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
He passed away at 5:15 a.m. Friday at
his residence.
Born Oct. 8, 1925, in
Deane was a 1944
He retired in 1989 from General
Transfer Company in
Survivors include his wife, Anajean
Peterson, Lake Bruce; sons, Don L. Peterson and his wife, Jovy, Kewanna, and
Dwight R. Peterson and his wife, Venita, Winamac; daughter, Vivian A. Peterson,
Kewanna; sister, Eileen Adams, Chicago, Ill.; nine grandchildren, Daniel J.
Peterson, James Peterson, Rendall Lawson, Joshua Lawson, Kori Peterson, Blayne
Peterson, Jenny Peterson, Joemer Peterson and JeeAnne Peterson; and one
great-grandchild, Quintin Peterson.
Deane was also preceded in death by
brothers, Verl and Wayne Peterson, and sisters, Fern Mitchell and Eileen.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 7
p.m., Monday at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home,
Burial with military rites will be
conducted at
Monday,
December 29, 2008
Harold G. Beall
Harold G. BEALL, 95,
Survivors include children, Dan Beall,
Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at
Gundrum Funeral Home,
Donlee Ryan Bellanca
Donlee Ryan BELLANCA, 3 months
old, of
Arrangements are pending at Good
Family Funeral Home,
Jean V. Kennedy
June 16, 1925-Dec. 26, 2008
Jean V. KENNEDY, 83, of
She was born on June 16, 1925, in
Mrs. Kennedy retired from Dean Foods
of
Survivors include her sisters, Mary
Tannehill, LaPorte, Catherine Kneisler,
Funeral mass will be at 11 a.m.
Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church,
Donald G. Scott
Donald G. SCOTT, 91, founder
of Scott's Food Stores, passed away Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, at Mayo Clinic in
Born in
He attended
In 1954, he founded Scott's Food
Stores, taking the company to northeast
He received an honorary Doctor of
Humanities from the
He was involved in numerous charitable
and private boards. He served as chairman on the Indiana State Egg Board for 15
years. He was a member of
He was an avid golfer who played until
age 90 and played tennis until his late 80s.
He married Rose Botts in 1980. They
have homes in
Also surviving are two daughters,
Cheryl Scott (Tina Taviano) of Fort Wayne and Lee Scott of Venice, Calif.; one
grandson, Chris (Emily) Irmscher of St. Charles, Ill.; two granddaughters,
"T" Irmscher of Fort Wayne, and Ariel Hassman of Venice, Calif.;
three great-grandchildren; three stepdaughters, Joan (Gary) McVoy of Fort
Wayne, Linda (Tony) DeBenedetto of Jacksonville, Fla., and Dianne Peterson of
Fort Wayne; six stepgrandchildren; and seven stepgreat-grandchildren.
His service will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at
Bobby Dean Thomas Sr.
Bobby Dean THOMAS Sr., 66, of
Survivors include his wife, Kathy
Thomas, Argos; three sons, Vearl Thomas, Columbus, Ohio, Leonard Thomas,
Deland, Fla., and Bobby Thomas Jr., Dothan, Ala.; a daughter, Tracy Thomas,
Birmingham, Ala.; four brothers, Billy Thomas, Clearwater, Fla., Lowell Thomas,
Palm Bay, Fla., Teddy Thomas, Lexington, Ky., and Freddy Thomas, St.
Petersburg, Fla.; and two sisters, Sue Tully, New Castle, and Libby Newhouse,
Rockledge, Fla.
No services or visitation are planned.
Earl-Grossman Funeral Home,
Joan Barr Tipmore
Oct. 27, 1920-Dec. 12,
2008
Joan (Joie) Barr TIPMORE, 88, a native
of
She was the widow of Floyd L. (Bill)
Tipmore, who died in 1996, and the daughter of Guy and Marianne Barr. The Barr
family home was at
Joan attended
Joan's family was prominent in
Joan is survived by her son, David,
Donations in Joan's memory can be made
to St. Jude's Children's Fund and sent in care of son David Tipmore,
Tuesday,
December 30, 2008
Donlee R. Bellanca
Donlee Ryan BELLANCA, 3 months,
Survivors include her parents, Don and
Debbie Coffing Bellanca; a sister, Isabella N. Bellanca; two brothers, Tyler S.
Coffing and Lane C. Coffing, all of Rochester.
Her funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Friday at Good Family Funeral Home. Visitation is noon to 2 p.m. Friday at the
funeral home.
Larry A. Paxton
Jan. 11, 1937 - Dec.
29, 2008
Larry A. PAXTON, 71, 1 Lemon
St., B.H.R.,
Born Jan. 11, 1937 in
Mr. Paxton moved to
Survivors include two daughters, Lori
and husband Chalmer Campbell, Akron, and Lisa and husband Mark Nifong,
Plymouth; one son, Dayton A. Paxton, Claypool; three grandchildren, Travis and
wife Sally Campbell, Corey Campbell and Morgen Nifong. He was preceded in death
by his parents and a sister, Donna Groshuns.
His funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at King Memorial Home,
Wednesday,
December 31, 2008
Donlee R. Bellanca
Donlee Ryan BELLANCA, 3 months,
Survivors include his parents, Don and
Debbie Coffing Bellanca; a sister, Isabella N. Bellanca; two brothers, Tyler S.
Coffing and Lane C. Coffing, all of Rochester.
His funeral service will be at 2 p.m.
Friday at Good Family Funeral Home. Visitation is noon to 2 p.m. Friday at the
funeral home.
Jessie L. Hoover
Aug. 10, 1924-Dec.
29, 2008
Jessie L. HOOVER, 84, of
Born in
She retired from the former Torin
Manufacturing in
She served in the Canadian Women's
Army Corp.
She enjoyed making crafts and taking
them to the Trail of Courage. She also liked entering various contests and
would make special envelopes to enter to win prizes.
Survivors include a daughter, Ethel
and husband Larry Wood,
She was also preceded in death by a
son, Allen Hoover, on April 30, 1978; a granddaughter; two sisters; and six
brothers.
Following Jessie's wishes, the family
will have a private funeral service at Hartzler Funeral Home,
Juanita P. Teghtmeyer
Nov. 8, 1922-Dec. 29,
2008
Juanita P. TEGHTMEYER, 86, of 1913
W. 1500 North,
The daughter of Edson and Lottie
Bryant Bowen, she was born in
On July 26, 1941, she married Clarence
Ray Teghtmeyer in
She was a photographer and worked in
graphic arts. She also worked at Topps Manufacturing for 26 years.
She attended
Survivors include her son, Allen
Teghtmeyer, Florence, Ariz.; five grandchildren, Ron Krathwohl, Greg Krathwohl,
Rick Krathwohl, Jacob Teghtmeyer and Tysha Teghtmeyer; five
great-grandchildren; a sister, Lovie Mathias, Akron; a half brother, Nelson
Bowen, Cleveland, Ohio; and nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was
preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Betty Lewis; a sister, Leona
Walters; and a brother, Delford Bowen.
A celebration of Juanita Teghtmeyer's
life will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Good Family Funeral Home,