Obituaries

Jeffery J. Bradshaw

November 28, 1965 to December 31, 2024

WINAMAC - Jeffery John “Jeff” Bradshaw, 59, of Bruce Lake, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Dec. 31.

He was born Nov. 28, 1965 in Winamac, to Johnny L. and Dianna M. [Swayze] Bradshaw. He was baptized April 3, 1966 at Winamac First United Methodist Church. He completed two years of El-Tip-Wa during high school and attended Ivy Tech in Kokomo after graduating from Winamac Community High School in 1984.

Jeff Bradshaw

He is survived by:
Joaunpaey (fiancé: Connor Griffin) Davis, Wheatfield, Daughter
Cora Linback, Granddaughter
Juliette Griffin, Granddaughter
Dianna (Daryl) Wilder, Winamac, Mother
Lynn (Wes) Terry, Winamac, Sister
McKenzie Terry, Niece
John Terry, Nephew
Kenny Swayze, Winamac, Uncle
Patricia Proctor, Thomasville, NC, Aunt
Paul Richard Bradshaw, Thomasville, NC, Uncle
Cletha (Jim) Swartzell, Winamac, Cousin

Preceded in death by:
Garold and Mary E. Swayze, Grandparents
Paul and Iva Lee Bradshaw, Grandparents
Johnny Bradshaw, Father
Darrell Bradshaw, Uncle

Mr. Bradshaw was a talented auto-body technician. In his younger years, he was a motorcycle enthusiast. He loved music and repairing old cars. He was a private man with a big heart for those he loved.

A private service will be held at Frain Mortuary in Winamac with Butch Wildermuth officiating. Private entombment will be at Pro Cemetery in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Pro Cemetery, Winamac.

Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Lois Tanner

May 2, 1928 to December 29, 2024

WINAMAC - Lois Tanner, 96, of Winamac, passed away Sunday, Dec. 29, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in Winamac, surrounded by her family.

She was born May 2, 1928 in Rensselaer, to the late Henry C. and Marie M. [Claussen] Nickels. She attended Medaryville High School through the 11th grade and took her first job at the Medaryville Garment Factory. She married J.D. Tanner on Dec. 18, 1946, at the Medaryville Methodist Church. He passed away in 2008 prior to their 62nd wedding anniversary.

Lois Tanner

Survivors include:
Marvin (Margo) Tanner, Plains, MT, Son
Diana (Alan) Kado, Elkhart, Daughter
Peggy (Willy) Bushong, Hamlet, Daughter
Barb (Mike) Steffel, Hebron, Daughter
Grandchildren: Whitney (Steve) Spurr, Brent (Jessica) Kado, Jason (Abby) Kado, Will (Karen) Kado, Dustin Kado, Ryan (Jessica) Everage, Justin (Mindy) Everage, Aaron (Andrea) Everage, Nicole (Michael) Turull, Billy (Tess) Bushong, Zachary (Nancy) Bushong, LeAnn (Mike) Hetrick, and Veronica (Mike) Siwy.
Great-Grandchildren: Cooper Spurr, Kendall Spurr, Jennings Kado, Quinten Kado, Deisol Kado, Baine Kado, Mia Kado, Salem Kado, Jackson Kado, Charlie Kado, Chloe Everage, Maggie Everage, McKenna Everage, Colton Everage, Keagen Everage, Madalyn Everage, Olivia Everage, Cohen Bickett, Isla Turull, Mara Turull, August Turull, Genesis (Dwight) Tarnow, William J. Bushong, Faith Bushong, Noah Bushong, Diego Rodriguez, Ivanna Rodiguez, Allen Bushong, Hope Hetrick, Harper Hetrick, Emma Siwy, and Camille Siwy.
1 Great-Great-Granddaughter
Donald Tanner, Brother-in-law
Dean (Wilma) Tanner, Brother-in-law
Reba Kopka, Sister-in-law
Jackie Tanner, Sister-in-law
Numerous Nieces and Nephews and Their Families

Preceded in death by:
Laverne Nickels, Sister
Evelyn (Orval) Grieger, Sister
Edward (Dorothy) Nickels, Brother
Hank (Mill) Nickels, Brother
Lorraine (Jay) Vawter, Sister

Over the years, the Tanners lived in Medaryville, Monterey and Winamac. In 1993, Mrs. Tanner retired from Eaton’s in Winamac. After retirement, she and her husband enjoyed numerous winters in Florida. She was a longtime member of the Monterey United Methodist Church. She enjoyed crocheting and sewing as well as playing BINGO. She was a loving and devoted wife, mom, grandma and GG. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Additional visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 12 noon, Friday, Jan. 3, at the funeral home. The funeral service will follow at 12 (Friday), at the funeral home with Willy Bushong officiating. Burial will be at Riverbank Cemetery in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Riverbank Cemetery.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Karen L. McClung

March 8, 1941 to December 29, 2024

WINAMAC - Karen Lea McClung, 83, of Winamac, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 29, at Pulaski County Health Care Center, Winamac.

She was born March 8, 1941, to James and Sarah McClung and had a brother, Tom. Her parents and brother preceded her in death.

Karen McClung

Ms. McClung’s life was defined by her love of learning, exploration and service. She was a 1959 graduate of Winamac High School, where she was valedictorian of her class. She earned a degree in English literature and a minor in library science from Indiana University. Her adventurous spirit led her to explore Europe and live in several different states. She especially enjoyed visiting lighthouses. She held a variety of meaningful roles throughout her career, including serving as a dispatcher for police departments, working as a secretary for the Peace Corps and the Agency for International Development Training Programs, and later becoming a certified travel agent, where she helped others plan their own journeys. However, her greatest professional fulfillment came as a children’s librarian and public librarian. She began her library career in the 1960s and 1970s at the Pulaski County Public Library, where she had the joy of working alongside her mother. Over the years, she held librarian positions at several other libraries, including the Bloomington Public Library, Scottsdale Public Library, Wells Public Library and Frankfort Public Library. While in Frankfort, she also served as the vice president of the Frankfort Library Friends Association. After retiring, she returned to Winamac and resumed her work at the Pulaski County Public Library, where she hosted numerous programs and continued to inspire a love of reading in children and adults alike.

An avid reader throughout her life, Karen was always found with a book in hand and a long list of titles yet to be read. She was known for her infectious laugh and her deep love for college basketball, especially rooting for Indiana University and Butler. Cross stitch and her beloved cats, Miss Priss and Fiona, kept her company later in life. A dedicated member of the First Christian Church in Winamac, she served as an elder and was an active member of the congregation. She also contributed her time and talents to several local organizations, including Rainbow Girls, the Tippecanoe Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, the Pulaski County Historical Society and the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Her legacy is one of generosity, warmth, and dedication to her community. She will be remembered for her kindness and sense of humor.

Per Ms. McClung’s wishes, private graveside services will be held at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the First Christian Church in Winamac or the Pulaski County Public Library Foundation (www.pcplf.org), organizations that were near and dear to Karen’s heart.

Karen's online guestbook and condolences may be shared at www.RansFuneralHomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes.

Jerry W. Hedger

December 6, 1949 to December 26, 2024

WINAMAC - Jerry Wayne Hedger, 75, of Winamac, passed away Thursday, Dec. 26.

He was born Dec. 6, 1949 in Winamac to the late Donald Little and Mary Marie [Darby] Hedger. He graduated from Winamac High School in 1968. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served during the Vietnam War. On Aug. 31, 1974, he married Nita Vargas, in Angeles City, Philippines. She preceded him in death.

Jerry Hedger

He is survived by:
Several Nieces and Nephews and their families (both in the U.S. and Philippines)
Phillip Mangus, Brother-in-law
Kathie Hedger, Sister-in-law

Preceded in death by:
Louise E. Mangus, Sister
Thomas E. Hedger, Infant Brother
Marsha L. Glassburn, Sister
Deborah A. Hedger, Infant Sister
William R. Hedger, Brother

In 1989, Mr. Hedger retired from active duty after 20 years of service and returned to Winamac. He worked at Plymouth Tube and drove as a sub for the post office before switching to the post office full time. Many people will remember him as their favorite postman. He was a member of the Winamac American Legion Post #71 and H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group). He enjoyed riding his Harley and spending time outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He always had a fresh pot of coffee ready in minutes. He had a great sense of humor and will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 2, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. (Jan. 2) at the funeral home with Pastor Shellie Jankowski officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (Southlawn Addition) in Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to U Matter 2, Inc. For more information or to donate online, please visit www.umatter2inc.org. Donation envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Robert E. Schultz

June 22, 1934 to December 24, 2024

Bob Schultz

ROYAL CENTER - Robert E. Schultz, 90, of Francesville passed away at 10:25 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 24, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

Born on June 22, 1934 in Winamac, he was the son of the late Roy and Marguerite (Lebo) Schultz. He was a 1952 Pulaski High School graduate. He married Marcella Ann Hartwick in 1954, and she preceded him in death in 1957. He later married Peggy Goble in 1959, and she preceded him in death in 2015.

Survivors include his children John (Susie) Schultz of Francesville, Debra “Debbie” (Dave) Koebcke of Yorktown, Amy (Randy) Anliker of Francesville and Sally Schultz of Winamac; sister Della Wall of Winamac; sister-in-law Becky Tiede of Francesville; grandchildren Travis (Cami) Koebcke, Heather (Tom) Leman, Candace Anliker, Paige Anliker, Casey Schultz and Chelsea Schultz. Also great-grandchildren Kaden Koebcke, Karina Koebcke, Ruthy Leman, Bennett Leman, Lucia Leman and Cordelia Leman.

Mr. Schultz retired from Cooperative Elevator in Francesville. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking and taking care of his yard and garden.

The funeral service will be at 12 noon, Monday, Dec. 30, at the Francesville First Christian Church, Francesville with Pastor Jim Ketchen officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Francesville First Christian Church in memory of Mr. Schultz.

His online guestbook and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes, Royal Center.

Lester L. Bane

February 6, 1938 to December 22, 2024

WINAMAC - Lester L. Bane, 86, of Westville (formerly of Winamac), passed away Sunday, Dec. 22, at his home in Westville.

He was born Feb. 6, 1938 in Philadelphia, MS to the late Lester W. and Ann [Gray] Bane. He grew up in House, MS and served a short time in the Mississippi National Guard. He married Martha J. Nicholson on April 3, 1960 and together they raised five children in Neshoba, MS. She preceded him in death.

Lester Bane

He is survived by:
Steve (Julie) Bane, Lake Station, Son
James Keith Bane, Winamac, Son
Pamela Bane, Westville, Daughter
Sandy Kelley, Portage, IN Step-Daughter
Amber Bane, Granddaughter
Lee (Kim) Podgorski, Grandson
Christopher (Nicki) Podgorski, Grandson
Jonathon (Susan) Kallok, Grandson
Kaitlyn Kallok, Granddaughter
William Kenzie, Grandson
Several Great-Grandchildren
David Lierman, Oklahoma City, OK, Brother
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Mona Maydell [Brown] Bane, Wife
Charles Bane, Son
Karen Bane, Daughter
Patsy Podgorski, Step-Daughter
Bobby Bane, Brother
Richard Bane, Brother
Linda Moss, Sister
Diane Carmack, Sister
Edna Long, Sister

Mr. Bane was a retired truck driver, which is what brought him to Indiana. On Oct. 10, 1986, he married Mona Brown in Hobart. He enjoyed tinkering around the shop and woodworking, as well as fishing and hunting. He loved his family very much and will be deeply missed.

A graveside services will be at 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 27, at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac with Pastor Tom Wetslaar officiating. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services. Burial will follow at the cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.