Obituaries

Robert D. Boyd

January 26, 1944 to January 10, 2021

KOKOMO - Robert Dean Boyd, 76, of Kokomo (formerly of Winamac), passed away at 7:39 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 10, at Community Howard Regional Health in Kokomo.

He was born Jan. 26, 1944, in Elwood, to Donivan Eugene "Gene" and Betty Jane Griffith Boyd, the second of seven children. He graduated from Tipton High School in 1962 where he played football and track. On Jan. 26, 1970, he married Stephanie Ellen Holtsclaw, the mother of his son, Roman. On Oct. 20, 1979, he married Carol S. Copeland, his wife of almost 38 years. She died on Aug. 23, 2017.

He is survived by his son Roman Boyd of Kokomo; siblings James (Donna) Boyd of Kokomo, Donna (Marion) Richard of Louisville, Linda (John) Tragesser, David Boyd and Emily Wilson; sister-in-law Carla Boyd; and stepmother Lenora Boyd, all of Tipton; 14 nieces and nephews; 29 grand-nieces and grand-nephews; and two great-grand-nieces and nephews. Also surviving are stepchildren Mark (Betty) Copeland of Winamac and granddaughters, Jessica of Texas and Melissa of Indiana; Jeff (Cheryl) Copeland, of Tetonia, Idaho and granddaughters Maggie and Jodi, with two great-grandchildren, all of Idaho; Gina (Doug) Edwards of Eugene, Oregon and grandsons Leonard of California and Jacob of Texas, with five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, Adam Copeland, of Rochester, and Barbara Webster and grandsons Sam and Travis, all of Boise, Idaho.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Lex; and co-worker and close friend, Larry D. Ball.

As a youth, Mr. Boyd played Little League Baseball, was active in 4-H. He was also in FFA and was a member of the Tiptonian yearbook staff. In 1962, he bought a fuel-injected 1958 Corvette and began his lifelong love affair with them, owning two more Corvettes in subsequent years. After high school, he started working at Delco Radio as an apprentice tool and die maker, where he met his co-worker, friend and fellow Corvette owner, Larry Ball. They shot skeet at the Izaak Walton League and hunted pheasant together in Grand Island, Neb. On Feb. 8, 1966, while on his way home from Lorentson Manufacturing Company in Kokomo, where he was also employed, he was involved in a near-fatal car accident in his 1964 Corvette. After an extended hospital stay and brain surgery, he returned to work and continued to live with the effects of his injuries for the remainder of his life. He enjoyed playing pool and loved music and 1960s and 1970s television. He and wife Carol lived in Winamac until 1983, when they moved to Fairfield, Idaho. He raised sheep and chickens, kept bees, panned for gold, shoveled mountains of snow, cut lots of firewood for wintertime and spent time with "Aussie," his Australian Shepherd. In 1995, the couple returned to Winamac.

If you knew Bob and would like to honor his memory, think of him while drinking a cup of coffee, eating a piece of carrot cake, playing a game of pool, making a smart-aleck comment, listening to any song by Harry Chapin, checking the Dow-Jones Industrial Average or GM stock price or by planting a tree or sunflowers, which he loved.

In accordance with his final wishes, Mr. Boyd is being cremated. Due to COVID-19, no services are planned at this time.

Margaret A. Leman

February 18, 1926 to January 28, 2021

FRANCESVILLE - Margaret Ann Leman, 94, of Francesville, passed away at 6:50 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 28, at Creasy Springs Health Campus in Lafayette.

She was born Feb. 18, 1926 in Francesville to the late Adam and Lydia Albrecht Gutwein. She graduated from Francesville High School in 1944. On March 22, 1953, she married Melvin J. Leman in Francesville. He passed away March 21, 2019.

She is survived by:
Janice (Justin) Sewell, San Luis Obispo, CA, Daughter
Sueleen (Ron) Bailey, West Lafayette, Daughter
Emily (Ryan) Pahler, Granddaughter
Tyler (Hillary) Sewell, Grandson
Stewart Bailey, Grandson
Lauren (Kellan) Kalbaugh, Granddaughter
Landon Pahler, Great-Grandson
Wyatt Pahler, Great-Grandson
Fiona Sewell, Great-Granddaughter
Margaret Ann Sewell, Great-Granddaughter
Harold (Maxine) Gutwein, Francesville, Brother
Gilbert (Mary Jo) Gutwein, West Lafayette, Brother
Adeline (Wally) Frey, West Lafayette, Sister
Elvira Lamp, Francesville, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Patricia Leman, Daughter
Adam “Junior” (Arlene) Gutwein, Brother
Erven Gutwein, Brother
Richard Lamp, Brother-in-law

Mrs. Leman was a lifelong homemaker and enjoyed caring for her family. She was a member of the Francesville First Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school and was actively involved in the music ministry. She enjoyed gardening, baking, and cooking. Her home was always a welcoming place to gather. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 31, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Monday, Feb. 1, at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Gideon’s International or to the Francesville First Baptist Church Mission Fund.

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

Ronald D. Heiny

May 28, 1943 to January 25, 2021

MEDARYVILLE - Ronald D. Heiny, 77, of Robinson, IL (formerly of Sullivan, IN) passed away Monday, Jan. 25, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes.

He was born May 28, 1943, to Eugene and Esther Conwell Heiny, both of whom preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife, Christine; stepsons, Scott and Lynda Dean and Eric and Stephanie Dean; grandchildren, Hannah, Scotty, Hailey, Aaron, Isaac, Emma, and Anna; along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Also surviving are his sisters, Saundra Green of Lafayette and Judy (Ron) Sheridan of Carmel; and a brother, Bob (Lori) Heiny of Cedar Lake.

He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Unabelle; step-father, Russell Owen; and brother-in-law, Max Green.

Mr. Heiny grew up in the White County area, graduating from high school in 1961. He and his first wife moved to Sullivan in 1978. He was vice president at Sullivan State Bank and later, became the owner of American Mortgage. He and wife Chris have lived in Robinson for the past five years. He was of the Christian faith. He belonged to the American Legion and Sullivan Elks. He loved his family, Indiana State and IU basketball, Chicago White Sox, Indianapolis Colts, and running beagles. But, nothing compared to the love he had for his grandkids. He was a friend to many and kindhearted to all.

A celebration of life event will be held at a later date. Private burial will be at Independence Cemetery in Medaryville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Robinson High School softball or volleyball programs which he dearly loved (2000 N. Cross, Robinson, IL 62454), or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville.

Ray J. Crisler

April 2, 1936 to January 25, 2021

WINAMAC - Ray J. Crisler, 84, of Buffalo (formerly of Kentland) passed away at 4:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 25, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

He was born April 2, 1936, in Kentland, to the late Charles L. and Anna Ruth Spangle Crisler.

He is survived by:
Jenni (Rob) Richie, Winamac, Daughter
Travis Foulks, Buffalo, Grandson
Ryan (Brittany) Foulks, Royal Center, Grandson
Kara Richie, Noblesville, Granddaughter
6 Great-Grandchildren
Esther Emory, Sister
Barbara Remick, Sister

Preceded in death by:
Roy J. Crisler, Twin Brother
Daril Richie, Grandson

When Mr. Crisler was in the fourth grade, his father fell ill with dropsy (edema), causing Ray to have to quit school and work on the farm. Needless to say, he learned how to work hard at a young age. He became a farmer and bridge builder. He lived most of his life in Kentland until he retired to Buffalo in 1998. He was an avid fisherman and coon hunter. He had a special gift for training coon dogs. Although he never had any children or grandchildren, he adopted Jenni at a young age and would later adopt her children, all of whom he loved as his own. He was a kind and patient man who will be sadly missed.

No services are set.

Memorial donations may be made to Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Cameron L. Patrick

November 19, 1993 to January 23, 2021

WINAMAC - A celebration of life event has been set for Cameron Lee Patrick, 27, of Winamac, who passed away Saturday, Jan. 23.

He was born Nov. 19, 1993 in Winamac. He graduated from Winamac Community High School in 2012 where he was a member of the wrestling team. He was also a member of Boy Scouts.

Survivors include:
Richard Lee (Amy) Patrick, Culver, Father and Stepmother
Patti Dale Patrick, Kokomo, Mother
Steven Hartwick, Winamac, Brother
Randi Hartwick, Kokomo, Sister
Cassondra (fiancé: Ethan Gniadek) Patrick, Valparaiso, Sister
Hana (Josh) Conley, Rochester, Stepsister
Erica (Steven) Nicholson, Imboden, AR, Stepsister
Jessica (John) Bishop, Chino Valley, AZ, Stepsister
Nieces and Nephews: Natalie, Ethan, Myra, Ryan, Derek, and Thomas
Peggy (Paul) Patrick-Childers, Knox, Paternal Grandmother

Dorothy Coad, Monterey, Paternal Great-Grandmother
Toss Scott, Hinckley, IL, Step-Maternal Grandmother

Preceded in death by:
Charles I. Rea, Step-Maternal Grandfather

After high school, Mr. Patrick went to Ft. Sill, OK where he attended boot camp. He was a true gearhead. His love and passion was working on cars, especially his Nissan 300ZX. He enjoyed playing Forza and Borderlands on Xbox as well as kayaking and floating the Tippecanoe River. He had a love for animals at an early age and loved his dog, Bear. and cat, Jordan. He liked to be around his friends and was always trying to make everyone laugh (he had such corny jokes). He loved spending time with his nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

In keeping with Cameron’s wishes, a celebration of life event will be from 4 to 6 p.m., Saturday, April 10, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski County Drug Free Council or Respite House in Valparaiso.

Online tributes may be made at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Loretta L. Day

October 12, 1975 to January 22, 2021

MEDARYVILLE - Loretta L. Day, 45, of Medaryville, passed away Friday, Jan. 22.

She was born Oct. 12, 1975 in Winamac, to JB and Barbara Wireman Rowe. She graduated from West Central High School in 1994. She was also a graduate of Knox Beauty College. On May 28, 1996, she married Brandon W. Day in Medaryville. He passed away Nov. 17, 2006.

Survivors include:
Corey Day, Medaryville, Son
Taylor (Samantha) Day, Winamac, Daughter
Roweyn Day, Grandson
Barbara Wireman Rowe, Medaryville, Mother
Kevin Beliles, Germany, Brother
Sherri (Dennis) Cooper, Monticello, Sister
Tammy (Dana) Howard-Gibson, Medaryville, Sister
Christina Rowe, Medaryville, Sister
Nieces and Nephews: Tyler, Quentin, Shania, Kyle, Ayden, Kamryn, and Brianna
Several Great-Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
JB Rowe, Father
Jayden, Niece

Mrs. Day had previously worked at Hair Cuttery in Michigan City. She enjoyed watching movies and collecting DVD’s. She was an avid fan of Halloween and was proud of making award-winning costumes. She had a great sense of humor and could make anyone laugh. She loved all children, especially her grandson. She was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, and sister. She will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 26, at Goodway Baptist Church in Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., Tuesday, at the church with Pastor James Rowe officiating. Burial will be at Goodway Cemetery in Medaryville.

Per the governor’s order, facial coverings are required.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville.