Obituaries

Jane R. Tetzloff

January 21, 1945 to June 6, 2017

BONNER SPRINGS, KAN. - Word has been received of the death of Jane Ruth Clarke Tetzloff, 72, of Edwardsville, Kan. who passed away Tuesday, June 6, at the Kansas City Hospice House.

She was born Jan. 21, 1945 in Oak Park, Ill. She married John Tetzloff of Winamac, and they celebrated 51 years together. He survives.

Also surviving are: two daughters Karen Barlow (Tom) of Golden, Colo. and Patricia Gillespie (Larry) of Oakland, Calif.; one sister Barbara Almgreen of Rolling Meadows, Ill.; and four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Sue Norman.

Mrs. Tetzloff and her husband lived in the Chicago area until 1972. They moved to the Kansas City area in 1972 to raise their family. Later they moved to Colorado for two years, then returned to Edwardsville, Kan. area in 1992. She was one of the most caring people ever, and loved to spend time praying for the needs of everyone she knew. She was an avid reader. She was a member of the Edwardsville Christian Church, and had volunteered at the Providence Medical Center for several years. She especially loved spending time with her children and grandchildren who will all miss her greatly. Her favorite bible verse was Philippians 4:8 (NIV): Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about these things.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, June 8, at the Alden-Harrington Funeral Home in Bonner Springs, Kan. The funeral will be at 10 a.m., Friday, June 9, at the Edwardsville Christian Church. Burial will be at Edwardsville Cemetery.

The family suggests memorial contributions to the Edwardsville Christian Church.

Jon E. Kopka

July 18, 1932 to July 21, 2017

FRANCESVILLE - Jon E. Kopka, 85, of Lafayette, passed away Friday, July 21, with his family by his side, at St. Vincent Hospice.

He was born July 18, 1932 in Francesville, to the late John and Frieda Kaupke Kopka. He graduated from Medaryville High School in 1950 and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He married Irene Vogt on May 26, 1957, in Francesville. She survives.

Survivors include: 
Carolyn Cords, Francesville, Sister 
Betty (Cecil Williams) Wilmington, Rensselaer, Sister-in-law 
Louise Topp, Francesville, Sister-in-law 
Carol (Cliff) Tonjes, Lake Wales, FL, Sister-in-law 
Jake (Donna) Vogt, Rockport, Brother-in-law 
Janet (Roger) Overmyer, Monon, Sister-in-law 
Donald (Pam) Vogt, Francesville, Brother-in-law 
Ronald Vogt, Francesville, Brother-in-law 
Wanda (Richard) Joyce, Lake Wales, FL, Sister-in-law 
Many Nieces, Nephews and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Lynn (Alice) Kopka, Brother 
Arthur Cords, Brother-in-law 
Norman Wilmington, Brother-in-law 

Mr. Kopka was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ in Lafayette. He was retired from Alcoa where he worked for over 27 years. Upon retirement, he worked at Walmart for 20 years where enjoyed working in the lawn and garden department and helping others. He also enjoyed square dancing and was a member of Hoosier Hoppers Square Dance Club. Jon and Irene especially enjoyed traveling. He loved his family very much and he will be dearly missed. 

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 25, at Immanuel United Church of Christ, Lafayette. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., at the church with Rev. T.J. Jenney officiating. Burial will be at 4 p.m., at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services. 

Memorial donations may be made to Immanuel United Church of Christ, Lafayette, or Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Francesville. 

Raymond D. Bloch II

December 14, 1958 to July 21, 2017

FRANCESVILLE - Raymond D. Bloch II, 58, of Francesville, passed away at 8:09 p.m., Friday, July 21, with his family by his side, at St. Vincent Seton Specialty Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born Dec. 14, 1958 in Detroit, to Raymond D. and Patricia Wien Bloch. On July 1, 2003 he married Tansy Woodson at their home. She survives. 

He is survived by: 
Raymond D. (Lacy) Bloch III, N. Branch, MI, Son 
Samantha Bagley, Michigan, Daughter 
Justin (Heather) Braden, Knoxville, TN, Son 
Holly (Joe Black) Robbins, DeMotte, Daughter 
Amanda (Aeron) Jimenez, Monticello, Daughter 
Addy (Mathew McCann) Crisp, Francesville, Daughter 
April (Dalton Sowder) Bloch, Medaryville, Daughter 
Amy (Alex Wash) Bloch, Winamac, Daughter 
8 Grandchildren: Cameron, Aubrey, Maranda, Reynn, Hunter, Jackson, Lilly and Temperance.
Patricia Wien Bloch, Francesville, Mother 
Raymond D. (Kelly) Bloch Sr., Howell, MI, Father 
Several Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Cheryl Bloch, Sister 
Jeffrey Bloch, Brother 

Mr. Bloch was proud to be part of the transportation industry for 33 years. He was a member of the NRA and the "Goon Squad" bike club. He enjoyed watching baseball and hockey. He loved his family very much, especially spending time with his grandchildren. He will be missed by those who knew and loved him.

A gathering of friends will be held at Ray and Tansy's home at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

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

Margaret M. Costello

January 5, 1947 to July 3, 2017

WINAMAC - Margaret M. Costello, 70, of Chicago, passed away Monday, July 3.

She was born Jan. 5, 1947 in Chicago to the late George and Mary Ellen Scheetz Costello. 

She is survived by: 
Karen Costello, Sister 
Elizabeth Costello, Sister 
Rose Costello, Sister 
Rev. John Costello, Brother 
Several Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Patrick Costello, Brother 
James Costello, Brother

A memorial mass was held Saturday, July 8, at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Kewanna,  with her brother, Rev. John Costello officiating. Burial of cremated remains took place at St. Ann Cemetery, Kewanna.

Frain Mortuary, Winamac, assisted the family with local arrangements. 

Phyllis J. Nufer

November 19, 1931 to July 14, 2017

WINAMAC - Phyllis J. Nufer , 85, of Winamac, passed away at 12:46 a.m., Friday, July 14, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

She was born Nov. 19, 1931 in Star City, to the late Clinton and Esther Schultz Drach. On Feb. 9, 1957 she married Joseph R. Nufer. He passed away March 4, 2004.

She is survived by: 
Betty (JD) Danford, Star City, Sister 
Donald (Gloria) Drach, Winamac, Brother 
Nieces and Nephews: 
Ronda Denney 
Cindy Rife 
Diana Farris 
Donald Drach 
Debby Drach 
Doug Drach 
Dixie Weldon 
Several Great Nieces and Nephews

She was preceded in death by: 
Pauline Drach Sister

Mrs. Nufer was a homemaker. She had worked in the dietary department of Pulaski Memorial Hospital. She had also worked as a cleaner at the former Winamac Cleaning and Laundry. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church and had been active in the Christian Mothers. She enjoyed automobile racing and trips to Las Vegas. She also enjoyed playing cards.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, July 17, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A scriptural wake service will be at 7 p.m., immediately followed by a rosary service. The funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 18, at St. Peters Catholic Church in Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peters Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Ruth A. Buikema

November 8, 1941 to July 6, 2017

NORTH JUDSON - Ruth A. Buikema Age 75 of Francesville, passed away July 6.

She was born Nov. 8, 1941 to Henry and Frances (Douglas) Buikema in Allegan, Mich.

She is survived by one sister, Carol Roe, of Winamac.

A graveside service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 8 at Highland Cemetery, North Judson.

O'Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson, is in charge of arrangements.