Obituaries

June 21, 1917 to October 28, 2016

FRANCESVILLE - Virgil R. "Bud" Myers, 99, of Francesville, passed away at 2:27 p.m., Friday, Oct. 28, at White Oak Health Campus, Monticello.

He was born on June 21, 1917 in Francesville to the late Roy Jacob and Edith Anna Grock Myers. On July 15, 1941, he married Rachel Bosse in Winamac. She preceded him in death on Aug. 23, 2011.

Survivors include:
Jennifer (Neil) Anderson, West Lafayette, Daughter
Kathleen Woodworth, Angola, Daughter
Laurel Myers, Francesville, Daughter
Kristin (Brad) Chesterman, Granddaughter
Brian (Diana) Anderson, Grandson
Jessica Anderson, Granddaughter
James (Heidi) Woodworth, Grandson
Anthony Woodworth, Grandson
Jenna Chesterman, Great Granddaughter
Ty Chesterman, Great Grandson
Cole Anderson, Great Grandson
Kade Anderson, Great Grandson
Drew Woodworth, Great Grandson
Maudelene Allyn, San Antonio, TX, Sister
Jeanne Hawn, Lakewood, CO, Sister
Norma Hammel, Angola, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death:
Stanley Myers, Infant Brother
Ruth Leibert, Sister
Alyce Onken, Sister
Gertrude Godbout, Sister
Mabel Brown, Sister

Mr. Myers graduated from Francesville High School in 1935. Following graduation, he went to work at Myers Garage in Francesville. As one of the "Greatest Generation", he spent three years (1942-45) in Europe serving with the 825th Engineers of the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a longtime member of the American Legion Jesse Engle Post #228 in Francesville. Upon returning from the war, he again worked at Myers Garage alongside his brother Don until 1958. During this time, he also drove a school bus for the Francesville School. He also served as Francesville Postmaster from 1958-1961. From 1962-1977, he and his wife owned and operated the V&R Market in downtown Francesville. In 1977, he went to work for the Indiana State Board of Health as a meat inspector. He retired from the state in 1985. For nearly 75 years, he served the community and played an important role as an assistant to five generations of funeral directors. He had worked alongside Claude Burson, Harry Querry, Bob Ulbricht, and most recently Dan, Sam, and Jon Frain. On his 97th birthday, he regretfully retired due to poor health. 

Mr. Myers was a member of Francesville First Christian Church. He was a charter member of the Francesville Volunteer Fire Department where he served for over 50 years. He was the first fireman to the drive the 1938 Pumper Truck. He was a proud member of the Pulaski County Republican Central Committee where he held various office and also held the office of Salem Precinct Committeeman. He was a former member of the Francesville-Salem Township Library Board. In 1988, he was awarded the Sagamore of the Wabash by Gov. Robert Orr. He was an avid Chicago Cubs fan as well as a Purdue fan. He enjoyed yardwork, refinishing antiques, and restoring his old home place in Francesville. He enjoyed going to the coffee shop and visiting with his friends. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially all of his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and his "granddog". He will be dearly missed by his family, friends, as well as many generations of the community.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville; and one hour prior to services at the church Wednesday. The funeral service will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Francesville First Christian Church, Francesville, with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the Francesville First Christian Church or the Francesville-Salem Township Public Library.