Obituaries

Jean A. Wireman

June 18, 1940 to January 22, 2016

NORTH JUDSON - Jean Ann Wireman, 75, of Walkerton passed away Friday Jan. 22.

She was born June 18, 1940.

She is survived by two sisters, Donna Wireman and Betty Williams and one brother, Floyd Wireman Jr..

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday Jan. 26, at the Assembly of God Church, Medaryville. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 27, at the church. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.

Arrangements by O'Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson.

Wanda Miller

February 11, 1933 to February 3, 2016

WINAMAC - Wanda Miller, 82, of Winamac, passed away at 1:22 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

She was born Feb. 11, 1933, in Lubbock, TX, to Ewell and Maggie Burnett and was the youngest of twelve children. She married Darl G. Miller (who survives) in September 1964 in Kalamazoo, Mich.

Survivors include:

Daughters: Tommi Borsini, Granger, and Kelly Miller, Winamac

Son: Bruce Wheatley, Kalamazoo

Grandchildren: Bruce (Denise) Wheatley, Jr.; Brian (Angie) Wheatley; Danna Tibbs; and Dustin Tibbs
7 Great grandchildren

Sister: Ruby Wright Rosharon, TX
Several Nieces and Nephews

Mrs. Miller was a member of Kewanna Church of Christ and the Kalamazoo Area Board of Realtors. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. She enjoyed weekend trips with her husband. She was proud to be a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and best friend. She loved receiving yellow roses from her husbannd on every special occassion. She was a woman of faith and her favorite book was the Bible.

A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 13, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with David Broad and Aaron McCombs officiating. Private burial will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, Mich.

Memorial donations may be given to a hospice of donor's choice or Kewanna Church of Christ. The family wishes to express their loving thanks to Marilyn Wentz, Jeremy Wentz, as well as Pauline and Richard Smith.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary. Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

 

Kyle A. Lowry

July 20, 1988 to February 3, 2016

WINAMAC - Kyle A. Lowry, 27, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born July 20, 1988 in Winamac to Kent Allen and Deena Sue Olson Lowry.

Survivors include:
Kent and Deena Lowry, Winamac, Parents 
Rachel Lowry, Winamac, Sister 
Roland Lowry, Winamac, Paternal Grandfather
Linda (Jerry) Smith, Aunt 
Randy (Kim) Lowry, Uncle 
Connie (John) Knowles, Aunt 
Marvin (Barbara) Olson, Uncle 
Dennis (Janet) Olson, Uncle 
Gary Olson, Uncle 
Rita (Harold) Wiley, Aunt 
Philip (Virginia) Olson, Uncle 
Numerous Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Nancy Owen Lowry, Paternal Grandmother 
Reuben & Inez Sayers Olson, Maternal Grandparents
Darlene Olson-Wildridge, Aunt 

After completing high school, Mr. Lowry received a bachelor's degree in pastoral ministries from Olivet Nazarene University. From an early age, his heart desired to serve the Lord. While at Olivet, he was blessed with many opportunities to serve God and grow as a leader. He was very outgoing and active in student life. In 2011, he received the Student Lincoln Laureate Award for his outstanding achievements in academics and extracurricular activities. He served as: student body president; a member of the homecoming court; vice co-chair of the Nazarene Student Leadership Association (NSLA); a member of the Food Service Committee; vice president for publicity for Seventh Reel Film Club; Associated Student Council (ASC) Social Life Committee; and in 2010, he was selected by his peers as "Mr. ONU". 

He was an active member of the Winamac Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed music, especially following the Christian band UnderOath. He was an avid Boston Bruins fan and a Star Wars enthusiast. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially boating and fishing. His dog, Thomas and his cat, Fredrick were very special to him. He loved his family very deeply and will be dearly missed. He would want everyone to remember him as happy and outgoing, living life with a passion for the Lord. 

Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 7, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Monday at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Feb. 8, at the funeral home with Pastors Tara and Brett Smith officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be given to Olivet Nazarene University or Winamac Church of the Nazarene (Please specify in memory of Kyle Lowry).

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

Mary L. Monnett

Nov. 11, 1944 to February 3, 2016

FRANCESVILLE - Mary Louise Monnett, 71, of Winamac, died at 9:55 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

She was born Nov. 11, 1944, in Rensselaer, to the late Ray and Mable Mullindor Monnett. 

Survivors include:
Nancy K. Patrick, Hammond, IN Sister
Larry Scheffer, Francesville, IN   Friend

Preceded in death by:
Jerry Monnett, Brother
Dean Monnett, Brother
Betty Holeman, Sister
Cleora Resler, Sister
James L. Monnett, Brother 

Mrs. Monnett worked as a housekeeper for many years. She was a member of the Francesville United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 6, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel-Francesville. The funeral services will follow at 2 p.m., (Saturday, Feb. 6), at the funeral home with Pastor Hal Cohn officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be given to Francesville United Methodist Church.

Janet L. Hartwick

October 19, 1925 to February 2, 2016

WINAMAC - Janet Lois Hartwick, 90, of South Bend (formerly of Winamac), passed away at 10:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 2, surrounded by her family at her residence in South Bend.

She was born Oct. 19, 1925, in Winamac, to the late Peter and Mable Freeman Kruzick. She married Elmo Edward Hartwick on June 3, 1946. He died Jan. 8, 1995.

Survivors include:
Susan Hartwick, South Bend, Daughter 
Martha Wagner, Granddaughter
David Wagner, Grandson 
Tilar Wagner, Great Grandson 
Wesley Wagner, Great Grandson
Shaun & Jason Wilson, Step Grandsons

Preceded in death by:
4 brothers: Phillip, Hubert, James and Emil
1 sister: Ruth Ault 

Mrs. Hartwick was a homemaker and a former bookkeeper at the Schultz Brothers store in Winamac. She was a 1943 graduate of Winamac High School. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star No. 96 in Winamac and Pulaski County REACT. She was an active member of Pulaski County Human Services where she was selected as senior volunteer of the year. She had also worked as a school bus driver for Eastern Pulaski schools. She was an avid gardener. She enjoyed volunteering her time, camping, making crafts, knitting and crocheting. She also enjoyed playing board games and playing cards. She was actively involved in the lives of her nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A celebration of her life will follow at 7 p.m. (Tuesday, Feb. 9), at the funeral home, beginning with Eastern Star Services. Burial of cremains will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac, at a later date.

Memorial donations may be given to the charity of the donor's choice.

Louanna Webb Deutschman

February 21, 1923 to January 28, 2016

WINAMAC - Louanna Stephens Webb Deutschman, 92, of Winamac passed away at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 28, at her home.

She was born Feb. 21, 1923 at Logansport, the daughter of the late Frank and Hazel Faye Gorrell Stephens. She married Fredrick Adolf Deutschman on April 19, 1953. He passed away Nov. 21, 1993. She later married William Tipp Webb on Dec. 10, 1994, in Winamac. He died June 21, 2010.

Survivors include:
Cynthia (Lee) Fletcher, Knox, Step Daughter
Melinda (Tim) Roth, Winamac,  Step Daughter
Barbara (Jim) Hickle Winamac, Step Daughter
Billy (Linda) Webb, Winamac, Step Son
9 Step Grandchildren
15 Step Great Grandchildren
David (Shirley) Caseley, Pulaski, Cousin
Dr. Jane Caseley, Levendusky, IL, Cousin
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Tyler Roth, Step Grandson
Emaline Wampler, Step Great Granddaughter

Mrs. Webb Deutschman spent her life in the Winamac, Star City, and Lake Bruce areas. She graduated from Winamac High School in 1941. In 1945, she received her bachelor's degree from Hanover College at Madison where she was a member of Phi Mu Sorority. Over the years she became close friends with several ladies, and they only recently stopped getting together every year. In 1946, she joined the staff of the Pulaski County Democrat (now Journal), where she worked as advertising manager for 25 years. The newspaper had been purchased in 1891 by her grandfather, the late Joseph J. Gorrell of Winchester. The paper subsequently came under the ownership of the late E.C. "Ned" Gorrell, Janet Gorrell Meyer, and Richard R. Dodd all of Winamac. After retiring, she enjoyed painting and appreciated the friendship of other artists. She won several honors in painting and served as a show judge several times. She belonged to the Pulaski County Art Association, was a life member of the Logansport Art Association, and held membership in the Hoosier Art Salon in Indianapolis. She was an active member of the Presbyterian Church both at Winamac and Rochester where she served as Elder, Deacon, Clerk of the Session, and treasurer.  She was beloved to many in the community and will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 2, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Wednesday.  The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3, at the funeral home with Rev. Nelda Seger officiating. Private burial will be at Hart Cemetery, Hart, MI.

Memorial donations may be given to Pulaski Animal Center.

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

Ronald R. Clark

July 25, 1947 to January 25, 2016

WINAMAC - Ronald Richard Clark, 68, of Bedford (formerly of Winamac) passed away at 6:25 a.m., Monday, Jan. 25. He had resided at Core Nursing Home in Bedford the past two years.

He was born on July 25, 1947 in Winamac to Ralph Richard and Audrey Arlene Clark.

Survivors include: 
Audrey Arlene Clark, Winamac, Mother
Matthew (Rebecca) Clark, Macy, Son
Richard Clark, Rochester, Son
3 Grandchildren
Myra Lynn (Douglas) Baker, Markleton, PA, Sister
Edward Dean (Barbara) Clark, Winamac,  Brother
Jerry Eugene (Jeanne) Clark, Minneapolis,  Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Ralph Richard Clark, Father

Mr. Clark graduated from Winamac High School in 1965 and went on to receive a bachelor's degree from Trinity Bible College in Dunedin, FL. Most recently he was employed at Fulton Industries in Rochester. He enjoyed gospel music and listening to Billy Graham. He was always known to give gifts to everyone at Christmas. He will be dearly missed by his family.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 30, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 4 p.m., (Jan. 30), at the funeral home. Private burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be given to the family.

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