Obituaries
Christina L. Hoffa
November 20, 1980 to November 20, 2018
WINAMAC - Christina Lynn "Christi" Hoffa, 38, of Winamac, passed away at 10:02 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 20, at her home, surrounded by her family, following a brave battle with leukemia.
She was born Nov. 20, 1980, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1999. In 2003, she received a bachelor's degree from Manchester University and went on to earn a master's degree from Purdue University. On June 29, 2002, she married Timothy F. Hoffa Jr., at the First Christian Church, Winamac. He survives.
Survivors also include:
Two children at home: Madi Liz and Ethan
Vicki (Brian) Hodson, Rochester, Mother
Greg (Tracey) Shorter, Winamac, Father
Ashley (Sean Flory) Stemm, Nappanee, Sister
Emily Campbell, Winamac, Sister
Jamie (fiance: Brandon Sells) Shorter, Lakeville, Sister
Brandi Shorter, Winamac, Sister-in-law
Duane (Jenn) Hoffa, Westchester, IL, Brother-in-law
Beth Heater-Rude, Star City, Sister-in-law
Jade (Aaron) Cox, Denver, IN, Step Sister
Morgan Hodson, Denver, IN, Step Sister
Loving Aunt of: Talyn, Belle, Kaden, Damion, Khooper, Ellie, Parker, Mikey, Lexi, Karter, Domanic, Brayden, Savannah and Nate
Ron & Nita Baker, Rochester, Maternal Grandparents
Linda & Les Stigen, Winamac, Maternal Grandparents
Jim & Betty Shorter, Winamac, Paternal Grandparents
David & Joan Hodson, Peru, Step Grandparents
Linda & Saryl Prather, Denver, IN, Step Grandparents
Janice Berger, Goshen, Step Grandmother
Keith Soales, Las Vegas, Grandfather
Many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins
Preceded in death by:
Michael "Bubba" Shorter, Brother
Timothy & Elizabeth Hoffa, Father & Mother-in-law
Greg Hoffa, Brother-in-law
Mrs. Hoffa worked hard and succeeded at many things in life. She worked several years as an EMT for Pulaski County EMS & Alliance EMS. She proudly served the people of Pulaski County as Deputy Auditor and Recorder. She was currently serving as the Pulaski County Clerk of Courts and was a member of the Association of the Clerks of the Circuit Courts of Indiana. She was proud of the work that she and her girls in the office had accomplished during her first term. During her time as Clerk, she worked with a great team of friends to reform the county's election procedures. She was looking forward to serving another term and continued working just days before she passed.
She was a member of the First Christian Church in Winamac where she had served as a deacon. She was currently serving as vice chairperson of the Pulaski County Republican Party. She formerly served as secretary of the Pulaski County Republican Women's Committee and as the Monroe Precinct Committeeman. In 2016, she was unanimously nominated by the Republican Women of Pulaski County for the Pulaski County Republican Woman of the Year during the annual Indiana Federation of Republican Women Conference. She enjoyed working with children, whether it was as a coach or mentor. She was active with Pulaski County Special Olympics, Winamac Wellness Center Youth Soccer and Pulaski County Junior Achievement. Following the tragic loss of her brother, Bubba, she became an advocate for the Indiana Donor Network.
Mrs. Hoffa was an avid Notre Dame football fan. She enjoyed attending concerts and theatrical productions. She loved the outdoors, especially camping at state parks with the dream that she and Tim would be campground hosts later in life when they retired. She lived a very active life and especially enjoyed playing volleyball in the town park and running 5k races (including color runs). She finished the 2018 Indy 5k just seven months after receiving her bone marrow transplant. She will be remembered as a mom and wife who loved her family with all she had and enjoyed just spending time with them. She will be sadly missed by so many. Christi, you have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, and you have kept the faith.
Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 23, at the First Christian Church, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 24, at the church with Pastors Jeff Seger and Rick Abbott officiating. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery, Star City.
Memorial donations may be made to Indiana Donor Network Foundation (www.indianadonornetwork.org), or to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (www.lls.org),
or to Riley Children's Foundation (www.rileykids.org).
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Dick K. Gearhart
July 30, 1932 to November 18, 2018
WINAMAC - Dickie K. "Dick" Gearhart, 86, of Winamac, passed away at 4:07 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 18, at Hickory Creek, Winamac.
He was born July 30, 1932 in Huntington, to the late Frank and Edna McPeak Gearhart. He graduated from Akron High School in 1950 and attended Indiana University-Kokomo. On Dec. 24, 1953, he married Helen "Mick" Miller at the Akron Methodist Church, Akron. She survives.
He is also survived by:
Doug Gearhart, Chandler, AZ, Son
Lana Howell, Bloomington, Daughter
Dana (Jamey) Wentz, Zionsville, Daughter
4 Grandchildren: Nathan (Sara) Howell, Ashley Howell, Jared Wentz and Justin Wentz
7 Siblings: Dorothy Alger, Bill Gearhart, Ruth Miller, Sharon Meenen, Larry (Donna) Gearhart, Joan Harris and Roger (Janet) Gearhart
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Everett Jude Howell, Infant Grandson
10 Siblings
Mr. Gearhart served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War as an MP in Greenland. He was a member of the Winamac American Legion Post #71, Winamac, First United Methodist Church and Winamac Masonic Lodge #262 F&AM. In 2011, he received his Award of Gold, recognizing 50 years in the Masonic Lodge. He served on the church board, the First National Bank of Monterey Board of Directors and the Winamac Town Board for many years. He was also formerly active with the Boy Scouts of America.
Mr. Gearhart was retired from the First National Bank of Monterey after 22 years. He had also served as a meat inspector for the State of Indiana. He was a longtime grocery store owner in Winamac, having operated the IGA and Burger Dairy stores in town for many years. His early career began at a small store in Akron before being hired on at Kroger in Peru and Wabash. He managed the produce department for Kroger and filled in for managers while they went on vacation. He also worked as a manager at Wilts grocery store in Rochester. He enjoyed jogging and antique cars. He liked playing Euchre with his brothers. He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Indiana University basketball fan. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He will be sadly missed.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday, Nov. 23, at the Winamac First United Methodist Church. Masonic services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday at the church. The funeral service will follow visitation at 2 p.m. (Friday), at the church with Pastor Dave Marty officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be made to the Winamac First United Methodist Church.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Bernard L. Knouff
February 4, 1931 to November 16, 2018
WINAMAC - Bernard L. "Bernie" Knouff, 87, of Winamac, passed away Friday, Nov. 16, at his home.
He was born Feb. 4, 1931, in Rensselaer, to the late Clarence and Christine Shelly Knouff. He married Frances E. Kuhn on Oct. 13, 1956 in Culver. She survives.
Survivors also include:
Joe (Gena) Knouff, Star City, Son
Greg Knouff , Winamac, Son
Liza Schultz, Tecumseh, NE, Adopted Daughter
3 granddaughters: Jessica, Elizabeth and Michaela
1 grandson: Nickalos
4 great granddaughters and 4 great grandsons
Roger (Helen) Knouff, Rensselaer, Brother
Georgianna Reed, Covington, KY, Sister
Charlotte Faucher, Roselawn, Sister
Preceded in death by:
Veronica Lynn Knouff, Daughter
Robert Knouff, Brother
Jim Knouff, Brother
Tom Knouff, Brother
Wayne Knouff, Brother
Betty Knouff, Sister
Mary Rowinski, Sister
Pauline Mullen, Sister
Virginia Schanlaub,Sister
Bernadine Baker, Twin Sister
Mr. Knouff worked for John Kelly and for Tim Wiegand at the Ace Hardware store in Winamac for over 37 years. He had worked at Galbreath Inc., GalFab, and Terry Truck Equipment, all in Winamac. He was also a former employee of the Shell Service station and for the Town of Winamac. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. He served on the USS Oriskany. He received a medical discharge in 1954. He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, Winamac. He was a life member and Past Post Commander of VFW Post 1728. He was a member of the DAV. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially entertaining his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved to bake pies. He enjoyed wood working and tinkering in his basement.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Monday, Nov. 19, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A scriptural wake service will be at 3 p.m., at the funeral home. A rosary service will immediately follow the wake service. The funeral mass will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 20, at St. Peter Catholic Church, Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter Cemetery, Winamac. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be made to the DAV or American Cancer Society .
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Lillian J. Vedok
February 10, 1914 to November 15, 2018
WINAMAC - Lillian Jane Vedok, 104, of Winamac, passed away at 5:25 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 15, at Hickory Creek, Winamac.
She was born Feb. 10, 1914, in Hinsdale, IL, to the late Irvin and Alice Mae Hoffman Oldfield. Lillian married John Vedok on Dec. 27, 1930. He passed away March 19, 1975.
She is survived by:
Dorothy A. Kline, Winamac, Daughter
Elizabeth J. Thompson, Winamac, Daughter
Mary A. (David) Thill, Janesville, WI, Daughter
Stephen (Sue) Vedok, Lombard, IL, Son
33 Grandchildren
55 Great Grandchildren
28 Great Great Grandchildren
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Ruth Hewitt, Sister
John Vedok, Jr., Son
Catherine A. Liddicoatt, Daughter
Lorraine Lockridge, Step-Daughter
Wilma Vedok, Daughter-in-law
JoAnn Vedok, Daughter-in-law
Violet (Norman) Faber, Step-Daughter
Michael (Wilda) Vedok Sr., Step-Son
Anna (Edward), Koekenberg, Step-Daughter
Joseph Vedok, Step-Son
Gail Lynn Pearl, Granddaughter
Michael Vedok Jr., Grandson
Lloyd H. Kline, Son-in-law
Kenneth Thompson, Son-in-law
Hazel Smith, Step-Sister
Adeline Heeg, Step-Sister
Joseph Schleteka, Step-Brother
Albert Schleteka, Step-Brother
Harlow Heeg, Step-Brother
Mrs. Vedok was a devoted wife and loving mother who loved having her family around her. She enjoyed baking and cooking, especially making her famous nut bread, her apple-and-cheese strudel and the best fried chicken in the world. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 18, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 5 p.m., Sunday (Nov. 18), at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Private burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac, at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Hickory Creek Activities Fund.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
David J. Winters
August 7, 1965 to November 12, 2018
WINAMAC - David J. Winters, 53, of Monterey (formerly of Lansing, IL), passed away at 7:36 p.m., Monday, Nov. 12, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka.
He was born Aug. 7, 1965 in Hammond, to Frank L. and Joan L. Natke Winters. He was baptized at St. Victor's Catholic Church in Calumet City, and graduated from Lansing High School in Lansing, IL.
He is survived by:
Frank and Joan Winters, Monterey, Parents
Michael Winters, Lansing, IL, Brother
Jim Winters, Monterey, Brother
Brian (Sally) Winters, Dyer, Brother
2 Nieces: Marie and Kaitlin
Sister Clarise Winters, Nazareth, MI, Aunt
Preceded in death by:
Daniel and Emma Shorter Winters, Paternal Grandparents
Clarence and Evelyn Natke, Maternal Grandparents
Agnes Siemen, Aunt
Madeline Martin, Aunt
Catherine Nufer, Aunt
Daniel Winters, Uncle
Mr. Winters had worked many years as a stock boy at Jewel-Osco in Munster. He enjoyed sports and was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. He also enjoyed fishing. He will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved him.
A memorial mass will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 1, at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Monterey, with Rev. Michael McKinney officiating. Final disposition will be private at St. Peter's Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Anne's Catholic Church or St. Peter's Catholic Church.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Terrence E. Rodgers
May 15, 1942 to November 9, 2018
WINAMAC - Terrence E. "Terry" Rodgers, 76, of Winamac (formerly of Homewood, IL), passed away Friday, Nov. 9, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.
He was born May 15, 1942, in Pittsburgh, to the late John and Sadie Mae Schuler Rodgers. He graduated from Allegheny High School in Pennsylvania and received an associate's degree from Thornton Community College in Illinois. On Dec. 12, 1964, he married Patricia R. "Pat" Martin in Belleville, IL. She survives.
He is also survived by:
Jim Rodgers, Winamac, Son
Terri (Dan) Marcinko, Park Forest, IL, Daughter
Preceded in death by:
8 Siblings
Mr. Rodgers and his wife enjoyed camping and canoeing at Tippecanoe River State Park in Winamac. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was a member of the American Legion. He was also a member of the Winamac Eagles #2580. He worked for Metro Electric in Chicago for 30 years.
No services will be held.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Kenneth E. Fisher
April 13, 1962 to November 11, 2018
WINAMAC - Kenneth E. "Kenny" Fisher, 56, of Winamac, passed away Sunday, Nov. 11, at his home.
He was born on April 13, 1962 in Logansport, to the late Robert and Dora Meyer Fisher. He was a 1981 graduate of Winamac Community High School and attended Ivy Tech in Logansport. On Jan. 16, 1987, he married Debra Sue "Debbie" Henry in Winamac. She survives.
Survivors also include:
Kenzie Sue Fisher, Winamac, Daughter
Edward Lee (Reine) Fisher, Elkhart, Brother
Tara (Todd) Anglemeyer, Castle Rock, CO, Niece
Megan Fisher, Denver, CO, Niece
Preceded in death by:
Sylvester and Ilene Kline Meyer, Maternal Grandparents
Donald and Harvene Boos Fisher, Paternal Grandparents
One Infant Child
Mr. Fisher was a service technician/trainer at BraunAbility (Braun Corporation) where he had worked since 1987. He was a former member of the Moose Lodge, Knights of Columbus and St. Peter's Catholic Church in Winamac. He was a former member of the Indian Motorcycle Club and was a motorcycle enthusiast. He and his brother enjoyed motorcycle trips together. Kenny enjoyed the outdoors, especially spending time in the family woods, hunting, doing lawn work and camping. He was a talented woodworker and had his own home brewing company, "Fishwood." He enjoyed music, especially listening to Pink Floyd and attending rock concerts. He loved spending time with his friends and family. He was a good and loyal friend to so many. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 15, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A celebration of life service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov.16, at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Final disposition will be private.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
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