Obituaries

March 18, 1955 to January 16, 2025

MEDARYVILLE - Jeff Antrim, 69, of Kentland (formerly of Francesville) passed away peacefully Thursday, Jan. 16, surrounded by his family and friends at the Franciscan Health Hospital in Lafayette.

He was born March 18, 1955 in LaPorte, to the late Russell Dean and Donna Joy [Leach] Antrim. He grew up in Michigan City and Winamac. He served a short time in the U.S. Army. He married Pam Balough on June 28, 2003, at Medaryville Assembly of God Church in Medaryville. She survives.

Jeff Antrim

He is also survived by:
Michael Antrim, Bryant, AL, Son
Stormie (Miguel) Rivera, Logansport, Daughter
6 Grandchildren: Alexia, Nicholas, Kaden, Edison, Callan and Roman
Sheila Wilson, Warsaw, Sister
Kevin (Kim) Antrim, Rochester, Brother
Chris Antrim, Bass Lake, Sister-in-law
Terry (Terri) Balough, Logansport, Brother-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews
Evelyn Thomas, Former Wife
Frances Antrim, Former Wife

Preceded in death by:
James Russell Antrim, Son
Abram Michael Rivera, Infant Grandson
Russell and Olive Leach Sr., Grandparents
Amos and Florence Antrim, Grandparents
Johnny (Mary Lou) Antrim, Brother
Russell “Rooster” Antrim, Brother

Mr. Antrim worked hard throughout his life, making many friends along the way. He always said that Pam made him a better man. They were well-known for their famous ham-and-bean supper held during the annual Francesville Fall Festival. He was an active member of River Church in Morocco. He was a helper, servant, and friend. Whether it was roasting hot dogs for a community outreach or moving tables and chairs; he was there to help. He was a vital part of Winds of Revival, Faith Harvest Food Pantry and Clothing Closet, and King’s Kids Senior Ministry. He was known for his great stories and jokes, his cool hats and shoes, and sneaking candy to the kids before or after church. He was someone you could call to help with anything. His greatest frustration in recent months was growing too weak to help others. He wasn’t afraid to give a testimony of what God had done in his life - especially how his past life was forgiven when he accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior.

Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 15, at the Medaryville Assembly of God Church in Medaryville. A memorial service will follow at 3 p.m. (March 15), at the church with Pastors Tom Dewlen and Josh Cowan officiating. The Francesville American Legion will conduct military honors at the church.

Memorial donations may be made to Faith Harvest Food Pantry and Clothing Closet or to the family c/o Pam Antrim.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville.