Obituaries
Edward D. Risner
April 1, 1941 to December 13, 2016
MEDARYVILLE - Edward Duane Risner, 75, of Medaryville, lost his battle with cancer at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 13, at his residence in Medaryville, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born April 1, 1941 in Winamac, to the late Fred and Dora Jackson Risner. On Feb. 23, 1963 he married Marlene F. Harris in Las Vegas. They net in 1960 while he was serving in the U.S. Marine Corps at Camp Pendleton, CA. She survives.
He is also survived by:
Edward Duane (Shelly) Risner II. Chesterton, Son
Mitzi (Kenny Waibel) Risner, Goodland, Daughter
Raymond Eugene (Jeri Chapman) Risner, Medaryville, Son
Anastacia (Steve) Smith, Santa Monica, CA, Daughter
10 Grandchildren
3 Great Grandchildren
Ralph Eugene (Sue) Risner, Medaryville, Brother
Hank (Alvina) Risner, Medaryville, Brother
Norma Jean (Earl) Clark, Argos, Sister
Mr. Risner served as a corporal in the Marine Corps from 1960 until 1964. He was a diesel mechanic, and retired from Castongia's John Deere in Demotte. He was a member of the Medaryville Christian Church and the American Legion. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He also enjoyed working on old tractors and traveling. He especially enjoyed visiting and playing games with his family and friends.
Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the hour of services Saturday, Dec, 17, at the Medaryville Christian Church, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 10 a.m.,
Saturday, at the church with Don Nedza officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville. Military graveside services will be conducted.
Memorial donations may be made to the Medaryville Christian Church or the VA House in Indianapolis, IN.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville.
Mary Ann Gutwein
December 28, 1929 to December 12, 2016
FRANCESVILLE - Mary Ann Gutwein, 86, of Francesville, passed away at 9:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 12, at St. Elizabeth East in Lafayette.
She was born Dec. 28, 1929 in St. Louis, MO to the late Jacob and Ida Schmid Altvater. At a young age, she moved to Milford, IN and was raised by Oliver and Emma Haab, foster parents. She graduated from Milford High School in 1947. On June 26, 1960, she married Glen Gutwein in Milford. He survives.
Also surviving are:
Beth (Edward) Russell, Lafayette, Daughter
Glenda (Brian) Allinder, West Lafayette, Daughter
Leslie (Jeremiah) Zahn, Granddaughter
Brian (Megan) Timmons, Grandson
Cameron Allinder, Grandson
Colin Allinder, Grandson
Patti Thorp, Sister
Alvin (Carol) Haab, Brother
Bill Stacy, Step Brother
Lyn Stacy, Step Brother
Charles Stacy, Step Brother
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Louise Stacy Alvater, Step Mother
Mildred & Leonard Shotola, Sister and Brother-in-law
Mrs. Gutwein was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church and was faithful to help with church activities. She enjoyed being a homemaker, especially cooking and spending time with her family.
Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 18, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville; and one hour prior to services Monday at the church. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 19, at the Apostolic Christian Church, Francesville, with the ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to the Apostolic Church Missions Fund or American Heart Association.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Brian E. Houchin
June 21, 1972 to December 10, 2016
WINAMAC - Brian Edward "Bull Frog" Houchin, 44, of Morgantown, passed away Saturday, Dec. 10.
He was born June 21, 1972.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Ann; his children Brittany, Steffan, Ashlyn, Tony and Erin; his grandchildren Matthew, Alyssa and "baby chipmink"; his mother Rosemary Houchin; step-father John (Guadalupe) Houchin; his brother Johnny (Susan) Houchin; and his sister April (Paul) Coy. He is also survived by nieces Tressa, Olivia, Brooke, Rylee and Aubrey; nephews Jonathan, Nathaniel, Matthew and Logan; aunts and uncles and many cousins whom he adored; plus "Baby Cat" Cori Houchin and his little brother Paul Houchin and their mother, who was very dear to his heart, Lori Houchin.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents whom he loved very much, John and Doris Houchin and Edward Leigh.
Mr. Houchin loved his family. Family was the most important thing to him. He loved the outdoors, especially the woods and he enjoyed fishing. He loved playing with his grandkids and enjoyed doing things around the house and helping others. He was highly educated and had many awards and degrees. He was a wonderful artist, cook and quilt maker. He had a beautiful spirit and a big heart and he was a wonderful person and a loving family man who was a gift to all.
A private service will be held at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Burial will take place at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with funeral expenses.
Donald W. Baugh
July 10, 1945 to December 9, 2016
WINAMAC - Donald Wayne "George" Baugh, Sr., 71, of Winamac, passed away unexpectedly at 4:05 a.m., Friday, Dec. 9, at Logansport Memorial Hospital, Logansport.
He was born July 10, 1945 in Kewanna, to the late Harvey V. and Alma Edith Cappis Baugh. On Sept. 9, 1978 he married Carey M. Sheets in Rochester. She survives.
Also surviving are:
Concetta "Connie" Denny, Logansport, Daughter
Donald W. "Donnie" (Charity) Baugh, Jr., Rochester,Son
Jo Ellen (Steve) Nellans, Winamac, Daughter
Patrick L. (Jamie Allerton) Baugh, Francesville, Son
Jason M. (Melissa) Baugh, Logansport, Son
Ariel J. Baugh, Winamac, Daughter
31 Grandchildren
Several Great Grandchildren
Billy, Brother
Dolly, Sister
Vaughn Baugh, Brother
Dean (Addonia) Baugh, Brother
Ves (Tammy) Baugh, Brother
John Baugh, Brother
Preceded in death by:
Jamie A. Sheets, Daughter
Henry "Hank" Clark, Brother
Frank Clark, Brother
Helen Clark Martin, Sister
Sarah Oden, Sister
Mr. Baugh worked his entire life in general construction as an independent contractor. He was a former member of the Logansport Eagles and Knox Moose. He enjoyed country western music and dancing. He also enjoyed fishing and watching Western movies. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by those who loved him.
Visitation will be from 5 to 6 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 15, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 6 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Private burial will be at Pro Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with funeral expenses.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Phyllis J. Rankin
April 3, 1926 to December 2, 2016
WINAMAC - Phyllis J. Rankin, 90, of Winamac, passed away at 2:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 2, at Miller's Merry Manor in Culver.
She was born April 3, 1926 in Mason City, IL. On Dec. 1, 1946, she married Richard G. Rankin in Pekin, IL. He died Aug. 23, 1983.
She is survived by:
Sandra (James) Smith, Plymouth, IN Daughter
Suzann Smith, Plymouth, IN Daughter
Gerald "Jerry" (Alice) Rankin, Winamac, IN Son
Many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Her parents
Jerry Joe Rankin, Grandson
Mrs. Rankin enjoyed walking and watching TV. She also enjoyed fishing trips with her family. She loved her pets. She and her husband had been owners of the Crossroads Market at SR14 and SR39 in Winamac.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 12 noon, Wednesday, Dec. 7, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon, Wednesday, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donaions may be made to Riley Children's Foundation.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com
Phyllis J. Jungels
May 2, 1933 to November 29, 2016
FRANCESVILLE - Phyllis Joy Jungels, 83, of Medaryville, died at 2:54 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 29, at the White Oak Health Campus, Monticello.
She was born May 2, 1933 in Sublett, KY to Leonard and Dollie Carty Stepp. She married Fred D. Jungels on Oct. 1, 1949 in Rensselaer. He died Jan. 3, 2007.
Survivors include:
Dolly (Jerry) Schultz, Fort Wayne, Daughter
Fred M. (Susan) Jungels, Medaryville, Son
Carol (Johnny C. ) Conley, Medaryville, Daughter
Brenda (Bob) Burge, Medaryville, Daughter
Kerri (Greg) Hamilton, Fort Wayne, Daughter
18 grandchildren
29 great grandchildren
Leonard Stepp Jr., Albion, Brother
Preceded in death by:
Daniel Michael Jungels. Son
3 grandchildren
Beulah Risner, Sister
Francis Wayne, Sister
Helen Banks, Sister
Lindbergh Stepp, Brother
Richard "R.B." Stepp, Brother
Mrs. Jungels was a member of the Teaberry Hill Estates Church in Medaryville. She was a homemaker and farm wife. She was a great cook, funny and loved to dance. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her family was her life.
Visitation will be 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 1, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Friday, Dec. 2, at the funeral home with Rev. Tod Masters officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Shannon Reynolds
August 1, 1972 to November 25, 2016
WINAMAC - Shannon Reynolds, 44, of Mishawaka, passed away Friday, Nov. 25, at her residence.
She was born Aug. 1, 1972 in Chicago Heights, IL.
She attended Marian High School in Mishawaka. She had worked for Burton's Laundry in Mishawaka and also had worked for Hinges & Handles, Inc.
A memorial graveside service will be hosted by her friends at 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 11, at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Cremation arrangements entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with cremation expenses (Frain Mortuary PO Box 248 Winamac, IN 46996).
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