Obituaries

Amanda Schadd

July 22, 1983 to September 17, 2020

WINAMAC - Amanda Schadd, 37, of Medaryville, passed away Thursday, Sept. 17, in Hebron.

She was born July 22, 1983 in Centralia, IL to Raymond and Bonnie Holbrook Stroup. She married Joel Schadd. He survives.

She is also survived by:
Taylor Williams, Daughter
Brandon Williams Son
Bonnie Williams, Mother
Raymond Stroup Brother

She was preceded in death by:
Raymond Stroup Father

The family will host a celebration of life gathering at 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26, at the American Legion Post #96 in Medaryville.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Mary A. Fields

HAMLET – Mary Ann Fields, 73, Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 9, at her home, following an illness.

She was born Aug. 13, 1947 in Winamac to Lawrence and Gladys Strand Pugh. On Aug. 13, 1977 she married Jimmie Mullins in Hamlet.

Survivors include: three sons Mike (Judy) Fields of Bloomington, IL, Andy Campbell and Chris Fields both of Logansport; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and one sister Alice Rankin.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son Phillip Fields, and three brothers Johnnie, Tim, and Robert.

Visiting hours will be from 12 noon to 1 p.m. (ET), Monday Sept. 14, at the Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel. There will be no funeral service at the funeral home. A graveside service will follow at 3 p.m., Monday at Mount Zion Cemetery, Winamac.

Due to Covid-19 guidelines and regulations facemasks and social distancing are required inside the funeral home.

Sally A. Marszalik

July 27, 1935 to September 15, 2020

WINAMAC - Sally Ann Marszalik, 85, of Winamac, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 15, at her home.

She was born July 27, 1935 in Chicago, to the late John and Mary Mrozek Czyzyk. She was baptized Aug. 4, 1935 at St. Adalbert’s Catholic Church in Chicago. She married Joseph Stanley Marszalik Jr. on Oct. 29, 1955 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Chicago. He passed away June 20, 2008.

She is survived by:
Deborah (Chris) Rogers, Winamac, Daughter
3 Grandsons: Dakota, Dalton and Ethan
1 Great-Grandson: Blayden
William (Ruth) Czyzyk, Lombard, IL, Brother
Frank Marszalik, Chicago, Brother-in-law
Rose Mari Tynski, Chicago, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Edward Czyzyk, Brother
John Czyzyk, Brother
1 Infant Sister
Jenny Lascody, Aunt
Joseph Stanley and Mary Kula Marszalik Sr., Father- and Mother-in-law

Mrs. Marszalik was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church where she taught CCD for many years and was fondly known as “Mrs. M.” She was a former member of the Christian Mothers. She was a hard worker and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She worked alongside her husband on the farm and was also a caregiver for several individuals over the years. She loved to cook and spend time with her three grandsons and great-grandson. She will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A funeral service will follow at 6 p.m., Sunday, at the funeral home with Pastor Aaron Woodruff officiating. A funeral mass will be be at 11 a.m., Monday, Sept. 21, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church with Rev. Daniel Shine officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac.

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

Ronald D. Hooker

December 27, 1930 to September 13, 2020

WINGATE - Ronald Dean Hooker, 89 of Francesville, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family in his home at 6:25 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 13.

The youngest of eight children, he was born Dec. 27, 1930 to Otto and Julia Grock Hooker. He spent most of his life in the Francesville/Medaryville communities, outside of his time in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1952-1954. He was a 1948 graduate of Francesville High School.

He married Ruth (born Lillian Ruth Bartley) Stevens on Feb. 10, 1952 in Independence Methodist Church in rural Gillam Township in Jasper County. They were married 53 years and had three children: Wallace “Wally,” Michael and Julie. Ruth passed away March 22, 2005 and son Michael died Nov. 26, 2018.  

Following Mr. Hooker’s discharge from the Marines, he began farming with his father, later taking over and farming for nearly 50 years. He had been a member of the former Independence Methodist Church, The Francesville UMC, and belonged to St. James United Church of Christ.

He married Lois Vollmer on Feb. 26, 2006, in St. James UCC and was blessed with a second wonderful marriage and gained an incredible “bonus family.”

Surviving along with his wife Lois are his son, Wallace (Janet) Hooker of rural Attica, daughter Julie Soplanda of Avon, and daughter-in-law Stephanie Hooker of Shelburn.  Also stepsons Scott (Cathy) Vollmer of Francesville and Joe Vollmer of Rochester; grandchildren Emily (Tim) Myers, Kyle (Stacey) Hooker, Seth (Brandi) Hooker, Kirk (Amberlee) Hooker, Chelsey (Chandler) Manns, Tyler Soplanda, Tate Hooker, Summer Pellegrino and Madison Hooker; bonus grandchildren Nick (Adrienne) Vollmer, Lindley (Adam) Laposi and Caity (James) Robinson; 17 great-grandchildren; and one ornery brother Harold. 

He was also preceded by his parents, brothers Lamoine, Raymond, Paul and sisters Blanche, Opal and Annabelle, and step-granddaughter “Little Lois.”

Following retirement Mr. Hooker enjoyed ‘road farming’ with Lois, keeping an eye on how the boys were doing farming, while listening to Eddie Arnold and The Statler Brothers. He liked tinkering in his garden, garage and spending time ‘whistling’ while cheering on his grandchildren at their various activities. There was never a more fierce protector of his family, especially his granddaughters than Ron. He loved family gatherings, going to ‘the boat’ gambling and eating at the Whistle Stop. He liked joking … with anyone, including complete strangers, which lead to many interesting situations.  His heart was huge, and if you knew him, you probably knew exactly how you stood with him. The world lost a loveable, colorful rascal.   

Please note: For safety and convenience, services will be held at Meadow Springs, located at 8631 US 421 Francesville, IN  47946 (Intersection of US 421 and SR 114). Visitation hours are 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 17, and 1 to 2 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., Friday with Pastor Dennis Gutwein (a long time friend and neighbor) and Pastor Nelda Seger officiating. Burial will be at Independence Cemetery. Guests are reminded to follow the COVID-19 recommendations of the Indiana State Board of Health.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may best be directed to the St. James UCC or the Indiana Education Foundation of The Indiana Funeral Directors Association. Envelopes will be available at the services.

To sign the guest book or share a memory, visit www.familyandfriendsfh.com  

Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate, and colleagues of Wally, are entrusted with arrangements.

Carol A. Nowak

January 15, 1939 to September 10, 2020

WINAMAC - Carol A. Nowak, 81, of Chicago passed away at 8:05 p.m.,Thursday, Sept. 10, at Prairie Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation in Chicago Heights, IL.

She was born Jan. 15, 1939 in North Judson to the late Frank and Jean Newman Shields. On March 23, 1957, she married Paul Nowak Jr. He passed away Dec. 15, 1982.

Survivors include:
Paul (fiancé: Kathleen Hutson) Nowak III, Winamac, Son
Robert Nowak, Whiting, Son
Rick Nowak, Coshocton, OH, Son
Many Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren
Kay Shields, Winamac, Sister

Preceded in death by:
William Nowak, Son
Richard Shields, Brother

Carol was a homemaker and factory worker.

A private graveside service will be held at Highland Cemetery in North Judson with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Highland Cemetery in North Judson.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

James M. Sewell

December 1, 1930 to September 11, 2020

FRANCESVILLE - James Martin “Jim” Sewell, 89, of Quanah, TX (formerly of Francesville) passed away Friday, Sept. 11.

He was born Dec. 1, 1930 in Pampa, TX to the late Joe Orene and Alice Jerene Prim Sewell. On Feb. 14, 1954 he married Connie Jean Eakright. She passed away Jan. 12, 2010.

He is survived by:
Glenn M. (Tammy) Sewell, Son
Scott A. (David Graves) Sewell, Son
Steven D. (Carla) Sewell, Son
9 Grandchildren
Several Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by:
James E. Sewell, Son
1 Grandson
William Joe “Bill” Sewell, Brother
Alice Aleta McIlree, Sister
Betty Lou “Babe” Mitchell, Sister

Mr. Sewell served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Richard B. Anderson. He served three combat tours in Korea, earning the Korean Service Ribbon (1 star), the United Nations Service Medal, the China Service Medal, and the Korean War Service Medal. He was a member of the Francesville American Legion Post #228. He worked as a deputy sheriff in Lake County for many years and also worked as a diesel mechanic. He enjoyed spending time with his family in both Texas and Indiana. He was a proud veteran and loved to share his stories of past days. He will be dearly missed.

Private visitation and funeral services will be held at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. Private burial be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Francesville American Legion Post #228.

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