Obituaries
Mary M. Rans Delon
July 10, 1934 to March 7, 2025
WINAMAC - Mary Margaret Rans-Delon, 90, of Ft. Wayne (formerly of Winamac), passed away Friday, March 7, surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born in Monterey, July 10, 1934, the third child of the late John and Helen (Cross) Fagan. While attending La Crosse High School, she enjoyed cheerleading and met her first husband, Lynn Alan Kennedy. They had one son. She married Delbert “Roy” Rans Jr. and welcomed two more sons. They enjoyed 19 years together until his passing in November 1978. Later in life, she married Glen Delon. They created many memories together with their family while in Florida. On April 14, they would have celebrated 25 years of marriage. He survives.
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| Mary Rans |
Survivors also include her sons Bill (Janet) Kennedy of Huntington, and Tom (Linda) Rans of Ft. Wayne; daughter-in-law Marilyn Rans of Plymouth; sisters Jeanne Alber of Winamac and Marcella Downhour of Rochester. Also surviving are stepchildren Vicki (Ernie) Bridge of Royal Center, Larry Delon of Florida and Rick (Patti) Delon of Royal Center; plus 17 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Rans-Delon was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntington. She formerly owned and operated, with several of her siblings, the Courthouse View Restaurant in Knox. She loved her family and cherished any time she could spend with them. She never passed up a good sale and always had a half cup of hot coffee in her hands. Her smile could light up a room and there was always a sparkle in her eyes. She was always available with a listening ear. She saw the good in everyone she met and made them feel loved. Words cannot convey how much she will be missed. Her family finds peace in knowing she is united with those who went before her. Upon gaining her wings, Mary was met at Heaven’s Gate by her parents, husband Delbert Roy Rans Jr., son Delbert Roy Rans III, brothers John Fagan Jr., William Fagan and Thomas Fagan, step-grandson Robert Campbell and step-daughter Glenda Delon.
The funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 15, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, 110 N. Sally Dr., Winamac, with Father Anthony Rowland officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Michele D. Mustakes
August 11, 1957 to March 7, 2025
WINAMAC - Michele D. Mustakes, 67, of Winamac passed away Friday, March 7, at Northwest Health Hospital in LaPorte.
Born Aug. 11, 1957 in Sullivan (IN), she was the daughter of the late Donald and Margaret (Mull) McAleece.
Survivors include her husband Andrew Mustakes of Winamac; daughter Nicole (Robert) Pugh of Winamac; brother Dusty Starr of South Bend; and granddaughter Lorelei Pugh.
She was preceded in death by son Robert Coon.
Mrs. Mustakes spent her youth in Linton, and Fort Wayne prior to moving to Winamac. She was a horse trainer and instructor. She also loved taking trail rides with friends. Her hobbies included reading books, gaming with friends, and playing with her granddaughter.
A celebration of her life and visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., Friday, March 14, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Winamac Chapel, 110 N. Sally Dr.
Mrs. Mustakes’ online guestbook is available, and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com
Memorial donations may be made to the Golden Gardens Sanctuary at www.golden- gardens.org.
Sandra E. Funk
November 6, 1934 to March 4, 2025
ROYAL CENTER - Sandra E. Funk, 90 of Star City (formerly of Lucerne) passed away peacefully at 9:27 a.m., Tuesday, March 4, at Pulaski Healthcare Center, Winamac.
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| Sandra Funk |
Born Nov. 6, 1934 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Bessie (Graham) Prentice. She married Clive “Tate” Funk on Nov. 6, 1953. He preceded her in death in 2001.
Survivors include her children Margaret (Lucas) Roberts of Arizona, Marvin (Patricia) Funk of Macy, Mary (Herb) Campbell of Star City and Marcia Funk of Wabash; and brother Barry (Connie) Prentice of Logansport. She is also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by two grandchildren, one brother Marlen Prentice and sisters Dawn Jarvis and Audrey Prentice.
Mrs. Funk formerly worked at Bolins Bakery, Chase Center, Logansport State Hospital and then retired after 20 years at Oak Grove Restaurant in Star City. She was a member of Royal Center United Methodist Church and TOPS. She enjoyed reading and spending time with family.
The funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Monday, March 10, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Kistler Cemetery in Royal Center.
Memorial donations may be made to the Bright Focus Macular Degeneration and/or the American Cancer Society.
Mrs. Funk’s online guestbook is available, and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Deloris J. Manis
December 16, 1932 to March 3, 2025
WINAMAC - Deloris Jean Manis, 92, of Lafayette (formerly of Winamac) passed away Monday, March 3, at St. Anthony Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Lafayette.
She was born Dec. 16, 1932 in Moline, IL to the late Roger Harvey and Katherine (Guthrie) Brown. She graduated from Knox High School. She married Lester L. “Bud” Manis on Nov. 4, 1950 at the Knox United Methodist Church. He passed away Oct. 5, 2012.
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| Deloris Manis |
She is survived by:
Deborah D. Carpenter, Lafayette, Daughter
Suzanne M. (Tim) Coonrod, Buffalo, Daughter
Mary Margaret (Jack) Van Lieshout, Evansville, Daughter
3 Grandchildren
3 Great-Grandchildren
4 Great Great-Grandchildren
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Bob Carpenter, Son-in-law
Roger H. Brown Jr., Brother
Judy Fischer, Sister
Mrs. Manis was a longtime member of the Winamac First United Methodist Church and was active in the United Methodist Women’s group. She was devoted to her daughters and served as a leader for 4-H and Girl Scouts for many years. She was an avid reader and a talented artist who enjoyed oil painting and ceramics. She also enjoyed crocheting and knitting. She spent a lot of time with her grandchildren whom she cherished deeply. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Private burial will take place at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the Dementia Society of America.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Mildred I. White
April 5, 1928 to March 1, 2025
WINAMAC - Mildred I. White, 96, of Winamac, passed away Saturday, March 1, at White Oak Health Campus in Monticello.
She was born April 5, 1928 in Culver, to the late Vance and Daisy (Burris) Kiser. She graduated from Monon High School in 1946. She married Carl A. White on Dec. 28, 1946 in Wolcott. He passed away June 5, 1995.
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| Mildred White |
She is survived by:
Linda Laffoon, Mulberry, Daughter
Joyce White, Winamac, Daughter
Sue (Donald) Hall, Kentucky, Daughter
James White, Lafayette, Son
7 Grandchildren
18 Great-Grandchildren
Several Great-Great-Grandchildren
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Tyler Lee Floyd, Great-Grandson
Destiny Marie Floyd, Great-Granddaughter
Wayne Kiser, Brother
Betty Wooldridge, Sister
Don Kiser, Brother
Jack Kiser, Brother
Keith Kiser, Brother
Tom Kiser, Brother
Judy Leach, Sister
Mrs. White was a longtime member of Tippecanoe Christian Church in Winamac. She was a proud homemaker who enjoyed gardening, canning, cooking, baking, and quilting. She also enjoyed fishing. Most of all, she loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, March 6, at Tippecanoe Christian Church in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Thursday), at the church with Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will bw at Tippecanoe Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Tippecanoe Cemetery in Winamac.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Janice M. Whybrew
May 12, 1945 to February 28, 2025
WINAMAC - Janice M. Whybrew, 79, of Winamac, passed away Friday, Feb. 28, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville.
She was born May 12, 1945 in Royal Center, to the late Charles and Marie (Schultz) Carlson. She graduated as valedictorian from Burnettsville High School in 1963. She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from Ball State University. On Nov. 17, 1984, she married Arnold Lane Whybrew in Monticello. He survives.
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| Janice Whybrew |
She is also survived by:
Bonnie S. (Mel) Holder, Elida, OH, Sister
Sarah Carlson, Monticello, Sister-in-law
Amber (Clayton) Healy, Niece
Kelly Holder, Niece
Brian (Kim) Carlson, Nephew
Greg (Kim) Carlson, Nephew
Sue (Ron) Kennedy, Winamac, Sister-in-law
Gordon (Sandy) Whybrew, Lebanon, Brother-in-law
Julie (Darwin) Field, Lafayette, Sister-in-law
Many Other Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Fred W. Carlson, Brother
Joan Marie Carlson, Infant Sister
Priscilla (Terry) Lehman, Sister-in-law
Myron Whybrew, Brother-in-law
Mrs. Whybrew taught at Meadowlawn Elementary School in Monticello, for over 20 years. She and her husband attended Bethel Bible Church in Winamac for many years. They enjoyed going out to eat together. She also enjoyed quilting and reading.
Visitation will be from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Friday, March 7, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2:30 p.m. (Friday), at the funeral home with Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (Southlawn Addition) in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Parkview Haven Retirement Home or Dementia Society of America.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Beverly J. Field
June 28, 1937 to February 28, 2025
WINAMAC - Beverly J. Field, 87, of Winamac passed away at 3:38 p.m., Friday, Feb. 28, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.
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| Beverly J. Field |
Born June 28, 1937 in Winamac, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Leora (Hartwick) Olson. She married H. Devon Field March 3, 1957. He survives.
Survivors also include sons Duane and Cathy Field of Winamac, Darwin and Julie Field of Lafayette and Darrin and Dana Field of Winamac; plus eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by son Darl Field, grandson Daniel Field, brother Larry Olson and sister Bonita (Olson) Jensen.
Mrs. Field was a homemaker, and also a former employee at Shultz Brothers, GL Perry and Ben Franklin dime stores. She attended Bethel Bible Church, Winamac, and enjoyed taking care of her flowers and spending time with family.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 4, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Winamac Chapel. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 5, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, McKinley Addition.
Memorial donations may be made to Bethel Bible Church.
Mrs. Field’s online guestbook is available, and condolences may be shared with the Field family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
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