Obituaries

Lois Vollmer

January 17, 1990 to September 26, 2015

WINAMAC - Lois Elizabeth Maureen Vollmer, 25, of Winamac, passed away unexpectedly at 5:41 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 26, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

She was born Jan. 17, 1990 in Winamac to Brian Joseph Vollmer and Bea Smith Braun.

Survivors include:

Chandler Donald Howard, Winamac, Son
Chloie Inez Benedict, Winamac, Daughter
Beulah I. "Bea" (Donald Rausch) Braun, Winamac, Mother
Brian Joseph "Joe" Vollmer, Rochester, Father
Thomas (Susan Caldwell) Braun, Winamac, Brother
Charles Braun, Plainfield, Brother
Lucas Vollmer, Albion, Brother
Emma Lucille Vollmer, Winamac, Sister
Kegan Gardener, Brother
Lois Vollmer Hooker, Francesville, Paternal Grandmother
Several Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins
Jody (Josiah) Klinedist, Walkerton, Step Sister
Tim (Melissa) Ritchie, Moorehead, KY, Step Brother

Preceded in death by:
Billy & Lillie Parker Smith, Maternal Grandparents
Donald Vollmer, Paternal Grandfather
Lewis Smith, Uncle
Angelo Smith, Uncle

As a child, Miss Vollmer enjoyed playing baseball in Star City Youth League. She especially enjoyed riding go-carts and three-wheelers with her brothers. She graduated from Winamac Community High School in 2008. While in high school she enjoyed cheerleading, color guard, choir, and spending time with her friends. She was a former member of the Girl Scouts and Sunshine Society. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Indiana University South Bend in 2014. She had worked at Four County Counseling Center in Winamac. She enjoyed drag racing with "DD" at Bunker Hill Drag Strip and Osceola Drag Strip. She was a member of the NHRA. She and Don were looking forward to the Race of the Champions on Saturday. She will be sadly missed by her racing family. She also enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening, fishing, playing with her kids, and attending bonfires. She was fondly known to many as "Lil Mama", Lulu, and Flo Lo. She was the proud and loving mother of Chandler and Chloie who were the light of her life. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends, especially her momma.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 2, at the funeral home with Mark Hines officiating.

Memorial donations may be given to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses. Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Patrick Marion

July 23, 1950 to September 18, 2015

WINAMAC - Patrick James Marion, 65, of Winamac, passed away Friday, Sept. 18, at his home.

He was born July 23, 1950 in Doylestown, PA to James and Margaret Ely Marion.

Survivors include:

Aaron Ward (Susannah) Marion, Grove City, OH, Son

Danielle Havens Marion, Round Rock, TX, Daughter
Lily Catherine Marion, Granddaughter
Margaret Ely Marion, West Chester, PA, Mother
Joan (Paul) Polka, West Chester, PA, Sister
Brian (Heather) Polka, Nephew
Bridget (Dave) Casterline, Niece

Preceded in death by:

James Marion, Father

Mr. Marion was a lifelong artist and teacher of fine arts. He was an avid college football fan and an animal lover. He was a dedicated father and a good friend to many. He will be missed.

A memorial service will be held in Pennsylvania at a later date.

Memorial donations may be given to the Indiana SPCA.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

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

Robert Maddox

September 8, 1934 to September 24, 2015

WINAMAC - Robert G. "Bob" Maddox, 81, of Winamac, passed away at 3:15 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24, at his residence, following a brief illness.

He was born Sept. 8, 1934, in Medaryville, to the late George Washington and Anna Smith Maddox. He married Mary Fisher on May 8, 1970 in Cassopolis, MI. She survives.

Also surviving are:

Robert (Tracey) Maddox, Easley, SC, Son
Ronald Maddox, Son
Raymond (Debi) Maddox, Bartlett, TN, Son
Randall Maddox, Valdosta, Ga., Son
Richard (Monica) Maddox, Winamac, Son
Mike (Monica) Maddox, Winamac, Son
14 Grandchildren
16 Great Grandchildren
1 Great-great grandson
Several Nieces & Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Carolyn Termani, Sister

Mr. Maddox lived most of his life in Winamac. He was a member of Winamac Lodge 262 F&AM, South Bend Scottish Rite and the Murat Shrine. He served 27 years as a volunteer with the Winamac Volunteer Fire Department. He served as a second lieutenant in the Indiana Army National Guard. He was the former owner of the Winamac Marathon service station. He worked as a salesman for Auto Pro in Winamac for eight years. He worked for NAPA Auto Parts in Winamac for 18 years. He was a former school bus driver for Winamac Schools. He enjoyed walking, working puzzles, watching movies and antiquing with Mary. He loved visiting Mackinac Island. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. He was loved by all who knew him.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Masonic services will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the funeral home with Pastor Rick Abbott officiating. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military services at the funeral home following the service.

Memorial donations may be given to American Cancer Society.

Mary Jane Koons

February 23, 1943 to September 17, 2015

ROYAL CENTER - Mary Jane Koons, 72 of Royal Center, passed away at 10 p.m., Thursday, September 17, at her residence.

Born Feb. 23, 1943 in Star City, she was the daughter of the late Emron Jr. and Annabelle (Doen) Bonnell. On Aug. 30, 1961, she married Robert L. Koons, he survives.

Also surviving are sons, Randolph L. Koons (Angela) of North Carolina and Aaron R. Koons (Lisa) of Royal Center, daughter, Sandra L. Little (Raymond) of Lebanon, brother, Clifford Bonnell (Wanda) of Winamac, sisters, Faith Poindexter (Richard) of Wolcott, Peggy Shidler (Richard) of Logansport and Cathy Farmer (Kevin) of Iowa, sister-in-law, Mary Lou Bonnell of Winamac, 4 grandchildren, 6 step grandchildren and 1 great grandson.

She was also preceded in death by brother, Paul A. Bonnell.

Mrs. Koons was a 1961 Star City High School graduate. She formerly worked in the office at Dye Lumber in Royal Center for 10 years and she also formerly worked at Community State Bank. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Pulaski where she was active in the Christian Mothers.

Per Mrs. Koon's wishes, her services were private and burial was at Kistler Cemetery, Royal Center.

Sign the online guest book or leave condolence for the Koons family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Royal Center.

Doris Burroughs

March 23, 1916 to March 12, 2015

FRANCESVILLE - Doris Burroughs, 98, passed away March 12, 2015 in Crete, Ill.

She was born on March 23, 1916 in Monon. On Dec 31, 1939 she married Harry A. Burroughs at the Methodist church in Monon.

She is survived by her three children, Michael Wallace, Harry Bruce and Lena Kristine (Welden), as well as seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Burroughs graduated from Monon High School in June 1934. Following her marriage, the couple moved to Highland, where she spent most of her adult life working as both a dance instructor and a kitchen designer. After the death of her husband, she moved to Tifton, Ga. and finally to Lansing, Ill.

A graveside services will be at 1 p.m., Friday, Sept.18, at Helfrich Cemetery, Monon. Burial of cremated remains will follow.

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

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.

Betty J. Irven

March 28, 1921 to September 13, 2015

WINAMAC - Betty J. Irven, 94, of Winamac, passed away at 7:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 13, at her home.

She was born on March 28, 1921 in Ladd, IL to the late Rufus and Mary M. Lakatis Morgan. She married Keith L. Irven on March 15, 1946 in Winamac. He passed away Nov. 28, 1996.

Survivors include:

William G. (Sheila) Irven, Winamac, Son

Patricia G. Robinson, Lafayette, Daughter
Candace (Jeff) Irven-Alcorn, Indianapolis, Granddaughter
Kimberly (Brandon) DeLorenzo, Winamac, Granddaughter
Keith Grove, Lafayette, Grandson
Gregory (Rochelle) Grove, Lafayette, Grandson
Brent (Ellen) Grove, Ireland Grandson
7 Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by:

June Mendenhall, Sister

Mrs. Irven had been a member of the Pulaski Presbyterian Church in Pulaski. She was a former member of the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Women's Auxiliary. She enjoyed sewing and ceramics. She was proud to be a homemaker. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be missed by her family and friends.

A memorial service will be at 2 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Rev. Nelda Seger officiating. Private burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be given to Pulaski Memorial Hospital Women's Auxiliary.

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

Charles R. "Chuck" Webb

September 21, 1931 to September 14, 2015

WINAMAC - Charles R. "Chuck" Webb, 83, of Winamac, died at 1:01 p.m., Monday, Sept. 14, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne.

He was born on Sept. 21, 1931 in Winamac to the late William H. and Eula E. Campbell Webb. On July 24, 1953, he married Mary Ann Hauser in Winamac. She survives.

Also surviving are:

Julie A. (Sam) Hicks, LaGrange, Daughter
Alison N. (Marc) Peterson, Momence, IL, Granddaughter
Charles E. (Brandi) Schlabach, Logansport, Grandson
Steve (Terri) Hicks, Angola, Grandson
Jeff (Retha) Hicks, Angola, Grandson
Jennifer (Nicholas) Pack, Angola, Granddaughter
Randall Hicks, Portland, OR, Grandson
8 Great-Grandchildren
Several Nieces & Nephews
Tom & Barb White & Family, Winamac, Extended Family

Preceded in death by:
William T. Webb Brother
3 Half Sisters
1 Half Brother

Mr. Webb served three years in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. He was an active member of the American Legion Post #71 and the VFW Post #1728. As a member of the local honor guard, he presented the flag and played taps at the graveside for numerous fellow veterans. He retired as postmaster of the Winamac Post Office in 1989. Following retirement, he was employed at Frain Mortuary, where he worked for over 26 years.

Mr. Webb served on the Winamac Volunteer Fire Department for 31 years. He enjoyed helping with the German Festival. He joined the Winamac Kiwanis Club in 1975, and he served as its president in 1981. He enjoyed helping with the pancake breakfast. His dedication to the club allowed him to maintain a perfect attendance record. In 2014, he received the Kiwanian of the Year award. He was a 50-year member and Past Master of Winamac Lodge #262 F&AM. He also served many years as chaplain for the Masonic Memorial Services.

Mr. Webb was an avid reader and liked to play golf. He was a Winamac Warrior sports fan and an avid Chicago Cubs fan. He especially enjoyed going to Purdue football games with Tom White and Notre Dame Football games with Paul Gilsinger. Chuck and Mary Ann loved to travel. They had visited 46 states together. They also enjoyed going to Four Winds Casino, listening to live music, and attending social functions. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He faithfully attended his grandchildren's functions over the years. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home. A Kiwanis memorial service will take place at 7 p.m., followed by a Masonic service at the funeral home, Thursday The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 18, at the funeral home with Rev. Laura Bailey officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.