Obituaries

Infant Alaina R. Peraino

July 4, 2018

FINDLAY, Ohio - Alaina "Lainey" Rose Peraino was born to heaven at 37 weeks on Wednesday, July 4, at 9:15 p.m., 7lbs 11 oz, 20 ¾” long.

Her parents, David and Kaitlin Sommers Peraino, grandparents, and big sister Addison got to hold their beautiful girl for a while, even though she was taken from them too soon. Lainey looks just like her big sister, except with dark brown hair and less chubby cheeks.

Survivors include grandparents Randy and Lisa Sommers of Kewanna.

The family thanks the wonderful nurses and doctors at Findlay Women’s Care/ Blanchard Valley Hospital, Pastor Dan Metzger at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church (who was able to baptize Lainey), family, and friends who have taken such great care of the family these past few days.

A memorial service will be at 12 noon, Saturday, July 14, at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, Findlay, followed by a luncheon at the church. A private family burial will be held at a later date at Grass Creek Cemetery, Grass Creek.

Memorial donations may be made to the Auxiliary Team at Blanchard Valley Hospital who provide beautiful dresses made from wedding gowns, Tiny Purpose, and/or Sufficient Grace Ministries.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Coldren-Crates Funeral Home, Findlay.

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel.

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

Lois L. Hickle

February 16, 1931 to June 29, 2018

WINAMAC - Lois L. Hickle, 87, of Winamac, passed away at 5:20 p.m., Friday, June 29, at Franciscan Health East Hospital, Lafayette.

She was born Feb. 16, 1931, in Winamac, to Melvin Rudolph and Hazle M. Potts Tetzloff. She married Grover Charles Hickle on Dec. 15, 1950 in Winamac. He died June 27, 1983.

She is survived by: 
Tom (Cindy) Hickle, Winamac, Son 
Toni (Mike) Lange, Fort Wayne, Daughter
Grandchildren: Tiffany (Jeremy) Straus, Britni (Jason) Brown, Brandon (Melissa) Hickle and Emily Lange. 
Great-Grandchildren: Kaleb Hickle, Kale Hickle, Kenzley Hickle, Madison Brown,
Sophia Brown, Andi Rae Straus and Emmett Straus, 
John Tetzloff, Edwardsville, KS, Brother 
Tina Tetzloff, Winamac, Sister-in-law 
June Tetzloff, Sturgis, MI, Sister-in-law 
Several nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Melvin Tetzloff and Hazle Tetzloff Tack, parents
George H. Tetzloff, Brother 
Jeanette Leona Trainer, Sister 
Hugh Tetzloff, Brother

Mrs. Hickle was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Winamac. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women's group, Purdue Home Extension Club and a euchre club. She served on a church committee that served meals to the Winamac Kiwanis Club for many years. She was a homemaker and had worked as a cook at Eastern Pulaski Schools for many years. She enjoyed reading and caring for her flowers. She quilted and did cross-stitch sewing. She was a volunteer at the local nursing home. She enjoyed traveling. She especially enjoyed spending time with her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, July 5, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 6, at the funeral home with Pastor Dave Marty officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Winamac.

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

Emojean McDonald

November 13, 1932 to November 29, 2017

FRANCESVILLE - A graveside service has been set for Emojean "Emie" McDonald, 85, of Visalia, Calif., who passed away Nov. 29, 2017.

She was born Nov. 13, 1932 in Monon, to the late Wilbur and Mae Robinson Wilson. She graduated from Monon High School in 1951. In 1952, she married William "Bill" McDonald in Monon. He preceded her in death.

Survivors include two sons, Jim (Marlene) McDonald of Visalia, Calif. and Bill (Pam) McDonald of South Jordan, Utah; as well as six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Janice Shoup Bonelli, and a brother, Robert Wilson.

Mrs. McDonald and her husband transferred with IBM numerous times residing in New Jersey and California. Upon his retirement, they lived in Florida and Utah. After her husband's death, she moved to Visalia.

A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 5 (2018), at the Monon Cemetery in Monon.

In lieu of flowers, memorials be sent in Mrs. McDonald's name to the Monon Methodist Church of Monon.

Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville, is in charge of local arrangements. Online Condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com. 

Virgil R. Plowman

April 9, 1928 to June 18, 2018

WINAMAC - Virgil R. Plowman, 90, of Winamac, passed away at 4:55 p.m., Monday, June 18, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born April 9, 1928 in Wichita Falls, TX to the late William Walter and Elsie Geneva Thompson Plowman. On Dec. 11, 1945, he married Doris Jean Keller-Horton in Piggott, AR. In 1980, the couple moved to Winamac. She passed away Oct. 4, 2008. They were married for 62 years.

Survivors include: 
Stephen L. (Penny) Plowman, Lake Bruce, Son 
Bruce (Iris) Plowman, Lake Bruce, Son 
Greg M. Plowman, Winamac, Son 
Lisa A. (fiance: Paul Altman) Plowman-Hinkle, Winamac, Daughter 
Larry Gregory Plowman, Grandson 
John Plowman, Grandson 
Misti (Heath) Hiatt, Granddaughter 
Rachel Plowman, Granddaughter 
Sam Hinkle, Grandson 
Great-grandchildren: Hagin Hiatt, Mia Hiatt, Giselle Lowry, Jason Lowry, Jacob Hauter, Payton Windsor, Hunter Price and Elise Price.
Don Plowman, Mission, TX Brother 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Lois Marie Weeks, Sister 
Vern Plowman, Brother 
Jack Plowman, Brother

Mr. Plowman was a retired boilermaker and a proud member and past vice president of the Boilermakers Union Local #374 in Hammond. He was instrumental in helping form the credit union for the Boilermakers Local. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening, mowing and walking through the park donning his "Winamac Tuxedo" (aka bib overalls). He was an avid story teller and had a quick wit. He loved his family very much, especially spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, June 22, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Saturday at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 23, at the funeral home with Pastor Heath Hiatt officiating. Mr. Plowman will be laid to rest with his wife at Black Pond Cemetery, Oregon County, MO.

Memorial donations may be made to the Winamac Town Pool Project (please make checks payable to the Community Foundation of Pulaski County).

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

Robert M. Rater

March 8, 1942 to June 18, 2018

WINAMAC - Robert Martin "Bob" Rater, 76, of Anderson (formerly of Winamac), passed away at 6:20 a.m., Monday, June 18, at Community Hospital, Anderson.

He was born March 8, 1942 in Chicago. Although he was disabled, he was a very talented artist and enjoyed sharing with others.

Survivors include: 
Jean Nelson, Logansport, Sister 
Gerry Rater, Winamac, Sister 
Linda (Douglas) Kucera, Plymouth, Sister 
Leroy (Suzie) Rater, Medaryville, Brother 
Peggy Riddle, Akron, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Roy & Virginia "Ginny" Rater, Parents

Mr. Rater was very social and especially enjoyed outings with his friend, Lisa. He loved life but more than anything, he loved the Lord.

Visitation will be from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 23, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3:30 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

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.

Thomas E. Murray

May 13, 1933 to June 16, 2018

WINAMAC - Thomas Edmond "Tom" Murray, 85, of Winamac, passed away at 11:30 p.m., Saturday, June 16, at his daughter's home in Winamac.

He was born May 13, 1933, at Good Samaritan Hospital, Kokomo, to the late Thomas L. and Marguerite Trottier Murray. He was a 1951 graduate of Winamac High School. He joined the U.S. Army in 1952 during the Korean Conflict where he served in Japan and Korea for two years. Upon his return, he met Thelma L. Mocherman of Flora, and they were married Sept. 29, 1956.

He is survived by two sons, Tom J. Murray and Tim (Joan) Murray; one daughter, Theresa (Patrick) Blankenship; two brothers, Jim (Rita) Murray and Robert (Suzanne) Murray; 9 grandchildren, Jamie Murray (Mike Craft), Amy Murray, Anne (Kent) Wamsley, Wade Berger, Chance Blankenship, Emerald Blankenship, Madeline Murray, Mary (Travis) Werner, Max Murray; 5 great grandchildren, Robert Collins, Laini Joseph, Kamden Long, Baylor Fritz and Isaiah Wamsley; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma; and great-granddaughter, Brooklyn Collins.

Mr. Murray's family moved to Winamac when he was five so he could attend St. Peter's parochial school. He later served as a member of the St. Peter's Parish Council and president for two years. He participated in 10 years of 4-H, went on to become a leader and served on the Pulaski County Fair Board for 10 years. He was the first chairman of the Miss Pulaski County Queen Pageant and organized the Winamac chapter of Jaycees, where he served as president for two years. He was one of the original trustees of Pulaski Memorial Hospital during its construction, was a foundation member for five years, and served on the PMH Board for 10 years. 

He had a passion for life. He particularly held a passion for family and his Irish heritage. Another one of his loves was farming, which led him to grow and distill mint in addition to other crops and raise animals over the years. He loved his peppermint fields. He was the first farmer in the county to farm no-till and 20" rows. He was named to Who's Who Among Outstanding Young Men of America, received the Prairie Farmer Master Farmer Award and was later a recipient of the local Halleck Award. After retiring from farming, he managed the Winamac Co-operative Elevator for five years and operated his own realty office for 10 years. He also was a transporter for the Pulaski County Food Pantry. 

Mr. Murray was a lifelong enthusiast for the Winamac schools, especially attending his children's, grandchildren's and great-grandchildren's events. He was a member of the Winamac VFW and American Legion. He enjoyed playing golf, poker, blackjack, and cards with friends and family. He was an avid race fan and often attended the Indianapolis 500. He had a love for travel, taking his family on several trips. He and Thelma saw many parts of the world while they were young and able to enjoy. The couple passed on their wanderlust to their children and grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m., Friday, June 22, at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac. A scriptural wake service will be at 6 p.m., Friday, at the church. A rosary service will be at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, June 23, at the church. Additional visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Saturday, at the church. A funeral mass will follow at 11 a.m. (Saturday, June 23), at the church with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pulaski County 4-H Fair Board.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.