Obituaries

Esther Irene Tilden

January 27, 1928 to November 12, 2017

WINAMAC - Esther Irene Tilden, 89, of Winamac, passed away at 4 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 12, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

She was born Jan. 27, 1928 in Moores Creek, Ky. to the late Abe C. and Lettye A. Hacker Cunigan. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Robert L. "Bob" Tilden. 

She is also survived by children, Judy (Ralph) Williams of Pulaski, Bobby (Valerie) Gilbert of Griffith, Freddy (Kathy) Gilbert of Lake of Four Seasons, David (Wendy) Tilden of Woodbury, Minn., and Darcy (Patrick) Grieger, of Hanna; 21 Grandchildren; many great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Bill and Dana Alliss.

She was preceded in death by son, Larry Gilbert and 10 siblings.

Mrs. Tilden was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a member of the American Postal Workers Union. She was a member of the Winamac First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 16, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 17, at First United Methodist Church, Winamac, with Rev. Dave Marty officiating.  A graveside service will be at 3:30 p.m. (ET) Friday, at Memory Lane Memorial Park, Schererville.

Memorial donations may be made to Winamac First United Methodist Church or Guardian Angel Hospice or Pulaski Health Care Center.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com

Fred W. Davidson

December 3, 1947 to November 7, 2017

MOMENCE, Ill. - Fred Wayne Davidson, 69, of Winamac and Grant Park, Ill., passed away peacefully Tuesday, Nov. 7.

He was born Dec. 3, 1947, the son of the late Charles and Clara Davidson.

He is survived by sister and brothers, Patricia Paris, Tom Krynock and Ricky Krynock, plus several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by sisters and brothers, Helen Spencer, Leroy Davidson, Linda Wilson and Roger Davidson.

Mr. Davidson was an employee of Sanders Foods in Winamac. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, Nov. 13, at Smits Funeral Homes, Momence Funeral Chapel, 203 N. Locust St, Momence, Ill. 60954. Committal service will be at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14, at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, Ill. 

Laura M. Boehning

February 18, 1916 to November 1, 2017

FRANCESVILLE - Laura M. Boehning, 101, of Francesville, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 1, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.

She was born Feb. 18, 1916 in McCoysburg, Ind. to the late Charles P. and Cora Klopfenstein Swing. She married George W. Boehning on Feb. 18, 1936 in Winamac. He died April 29, 2006. They were married for 70 years and were blessed with five sons.

She is survived by: 
Larry G. & Marilyn Boehning, Fortville, Ind., Son & Daughter-in-law
Thomas D. & Stacey, Boehning, Jupitor, Fla., Son & Daughter-in-law
David L. & Charlotte Boehning, Clark Summitt, Pa., Son & Daughter-in-law
John J.& Linda Boehning, Petaluma, Calif., Son & Daughter-in-law
10 Grandchildren,  24 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great-great grandson
A host of devoted Nieces, Nephews and Friends

She was preceded in death by: 
Fredrick G. Boehning, Son 
Mildred A. Boehning, Sister 
Lila V. Moser, Sister 
Irven Swing, Brother 
Elmer Swing, Brother 

Mrs. Boehning lived in Francesville most of her life. At an early age she professed her faith in Jesus Christ. She was a dedicated member of the Apostolic Christian Church and then the First Baptist Church, both in Francesville. She taught Sunday School for most of her adult life. She impacted hundreds of children in her church and community. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed embroidery, playing guitar and singing music. She also enjoyed baking cookies and making candy. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. As a result of her generous spirit and pleasant personality, she was loved by all who knew her. The Boehning family would like to extend its gratitude to Pastor Dennis and Kitty Gutwein, as well as to all the staff of Parkview Haven for their attentiveness and loving care for Laura in her later years.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Tuesday, Nov. 7, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon (Tuesday), at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church. 

Vern L. Faulstich

November 1, 1933 to October 31, 2017

WINAMAC - Vern L. Faulstich 83, of Monterey, passed away at 7:45 a.m., Tuesday, Oc. 31, at his residence.

He was born Nov. 1, 1933 in Monterey, to the late Raymond L. and Celia Addington Faulstich.

He was also preceded in death by: 
A Baby Sister 
Charlotte Brandt, Companion

Mr. Faulstich was a lifelong resident of Monterey. He served in the U.S. Navy. He was a retired farmer. He enjoyed coon hunting. He was an avid sports fan. He also enjoyed playing Euchre and ping pong.

A graveside service will be at 1 p.m., Friday, Nov. 3, at Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey. Military graveside services will also be held at the cemetery. Burial will follow.

Memorial donations may be made to charity of the donor's choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com. 

Lawrence W. Overmyer

February 4, 1935 to October 22, 2017

WINAMAC - Lawrence W. "Larry" Overmyer, 82, of Kewanna passed away Sunday, Oct. 22, at Hickory Creek, Winamac.

He was born Feb. 4, 1935. He married Dorothy Mikel, and they had three daughters. His wife preceded him in death. He remarried twice more.

Survivors include:
Daughters, Cynthia Richardson, Catherine Todd and Sandy Beachy
Two sons-in-law
Nine grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild 

Mr. Overmyer Larry grew up in the Lake Bruce area, and lived in the Kewanna area many years. He attended Manchester College. He worked as an auto body man most of his life. He opened Larry's Body Shop in Ligonier in the 1960s and ran it for many years. In addition, he loved to restore antique cars, do art (including oil painting and metal sculptures), and was very involved in community and civic organizations. He participated in Shriners, Lions Club, and city council among other organizations. He went to heaven on his anniversary with wife Dorothy.

No services will be held.

Private burial will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Ligonier. 

Donna Bajer

August 20, 1961 to October 18, 2017

KNOX - Donna Bajer, 56, of Monterey, died Wednesday, Oct. 18, in Knox.

She was born Aug. 20, 1961, in Chicago, the daughter of the late Donald and Constance Hamilton Stegner.

Surviving are her husband, Michael Bajer of Monterey; daughters Michelle Rzepczynski of Monterey and Angela(Corrie Covelli) Bajer of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; grandchildren  Alexis Bajer of Monterey, Destiny Bajer of Monterey, Edward (Jill) Rzepczynski, Anthony Luna, Max Newman, Logan Covelli and Loukas Covelli; great-grandchildren Ryker and Lylah; and brother Donald (Beth) Stegner Jr. of Lake Geneva, Wis.

She was preceded in death by son Brandon Bajer.

Mrs. Bajer worked as a bookkeeper. She loved to cook and looked forward to the holidays, especially Christmas. She loved spending time with her family and her grandchildren. She will be missed by many.

Friends will be received 2 to 6 p.m. (CT), Friday, Oct. 27, at the at the Braman & Son Memorial Chapel, Knox. The funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. (CT), at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.