Obituaries

Edward W. Hooker

WINGATE – Edward Wayne Hooker, age 73, of Brookston, passed away at 8:44 p.m., Friday, June 14, 2019, in Kindred Hospital Indianapolis North. 

He was born in Lafayette, April 14, 1946, son of Harold W. and Mary L. Robinson Hooker. He married Laura Jean ‘Sam’ Props, Nov. 7, 1981, in the Brookston United Methodist Church. She survives.

Also surviving are his father; Harold W. Hooker of Francesville; sons Neal (Lyndsay) Hooker, Greenwood, and Chad (Kati) Hooker, Delphi; a sister Connie (Tim) Sullivan of Ridgeville; and grandsons, Cooper and Cole.

He was preceded in death by his mother Mary, and grandparents Otto and Julia Hooker.

Mr. Hooker grew up on a farm west of Francesville, attended Gillam Grade School and graduated from Francesville High School with the class of 1964. He served with the Indiana National Guard from 1964-1970. He always liked nice cars, especially fast cars. Following high school he worked a few years in the ‘steel mills’ until he was hired by the old Monon Railroad (The Hoosier Line). He was then an engineer for L & N Railroad and retired after 40 years from CSX Transportation. He belonged to the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. He enjoyed football, especially the Indianapolis Colts, ‘March Madness’ and Purdue sports.

Visitation hours are 4 to 6 p.m., Saturday, June 22, at Faith West Church Community Center (1920 Northwestern Ave., West Lafayette, 47906) with the funeral service following visitation at 6 p.m., at the church, with pastors from the church officiating. A private family inurnment will be at a later date. 

Memorial donations may be directed to Loving Hearts Animal Shelter, Lafayette.

Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate is handling arrangements for the family.  Visit www.familyandfriendsfh.com to sign the guest book or leave a condolence.

Evelyn M. Fechner

February 2, 1919 to June 19, 2019

WINAMAC - Evelyn M. Fechner, 100, of Winamac, passed away at 2:43 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

She was born Feb. 2, 1919 in Toto, to the late Carl and Hava Jordan Lainhart. She was the valedictorian of her class at Knox High School, Knox. On Dec. 31, 1939, she married Franklin W. Fechner. He passed away Aug. 29, 1985.

She is survived by: 
Nancy Sue (Monty) Gum, North Judson, Daughter 
John Robert Gum, North Judson, Grandson 
Andrew Douglas Gum, Indianapolis, Grandson 
Marion E. Lainhart, Ripley, Brother 
Keith (Linda) Lainhart, Nephew 
Gloria (Phillip) Tumey, Niece

Preceded in death by: 
Harold C. (Marion) Lainhart, Brother

Mrs. Fechner had a 20-year banking career and retired in 1980 as bank manager from Farmers Bank and Trust Co. - Bass Lake Branch. During her time working for the bank, she attended classes at South Bend Business College. She was a longtime volunteer and member of the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She was also a volunteer at the American Red Cross and Von Tobel Senior Center. She was a devoted member of the Winamac Church of the Nazarene, where she enjoyed serving as a church greeter. Later in life, she was recognized on numerous occasions for her many hours of community service and generosity. She loved and appreciated people and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, June 24, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 25, at the funeral home with Rev. Don Franklin and Rev. Dave Broad officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

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

Letitia A. Lucas

October 11, 1949 to June 17, 2019

WiNAMAC - Letitia A. "Tish" Lucas, 69, of Winamac, passed away at 5:35 a.m., Monday, June 17, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

She was born Oct. 11, 1949 in Winamac, to Robert and Fern E. Smith Krieg. She married David G. Galbreath on Sept. 21, 1986. He died April 18, 2000. She married James E. Lucas on Oct. 11, 2008 in Winamac. He survives.

Also surviving are: 
LeAnn (Don) Tunis, Winamac, Daughter 
Robert Lewis (Karen) Hartwell, Greensboro, NC, Son 
David Lucas, Flora, Step-Son 
Cindy Lucas, Flora, Step-Daughter 
Amber Lucas, Yeoman, Step-Daughter 
Robert Lucas, Bristol, TN, Step-Son 
Chastity (Shaun) Fox, Flora, Step-Daughter 
Crystal Lucas, Flora, Step-Daughter
Judy Lucas, Peru, Step-Daughter 
16 Grandchildren 
11Great-Grandchildren 
7 Great-Great-Grandchildren 
Robert Krieg, Marion, Brother 
Nancy (Greg) Teagle, Florida, Sister 
Daniel (Lisa) Chamberlain, Indianapolis, Brother 
Sheila Wilson, Step-Sister 
Russell Antrim, Step-Brother 
Jeff Antrim, Step-Brother 
Kevin Antrim, Step-Brother

Preceded in death by: 
Robert Krieg, Father 
Fern E. Smith Krieg Antrim, Mother 
Alex Taylor, Great-Grandson 
John Antrim, Step-Brother

Mrs. Lucas had worked at the Winamac Bowling Alley, South Forty, Eagles Lodge, Rich's Cafe and Colonial Inn. She had also worked at Kewanna Metal Specialties and the Pulaski Health Care Center. She enjoyed bowling, baking, crocheting and going to the casino. She also enjoyed Karaoke. She liked to travel and spend time with her family. No one ever left her house with an empty stomach.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, at Frain Mortuary,Winamac. The funeral service will be follow at 7 p.m., at the funeral home with Gary Ashbrook officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Frain Mortuary to assist the family with expenses, or to the Heart Fund.

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

Margaret A. Anliker

October 11, 1933 to June 16, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Margaret A. Anliker, 85, of Santa Rosa Beach, FL (formerly of Monticello), passed away at 3:13 p.m., Sunday, June 16, at Somerby of Santa Rosa Beach Assisted Living.

She was born Oct. 11, 1933 in Lafayette to the late John and Viola Ward Criswell. She was a 1952 graduate of Chalmers High School, Chalmers. She married Charles B. Anliker on March 5, 1955, in Monticello. He passed away on Oct. 26, 2010.

She is survived by:
Kenneth C. (Terri) Anliker, Chalmers, Son
Kurtis J. (Stephanie) Anliker, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Son
Christopher Anliker, Grandson
Joshua (Jessica) Anliker, Grandson
Kennedy Anliker, Granddaughter
Robert Anliker, Great-Grandson
Kaitlyn Anliker, Great-Granddaughter
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Kathryn Anliker, Daughter
12 Siblings

Mrs. Anliker was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville. She was also a member of Kappa Kappa Sigma Sorority in Chalmers. She was a homemaker, farm wife, and Longaberger Basket representative, spending most of her life in the Chalmers area and her retirement years in Monticello and Ft. Myers, FL. She enjoyed music and singing and the peaceful sound of the waves on the Gulf of Mexico. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, June 20, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville; and one hour prior to services Friday at the church. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 21, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville, with ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Envelopes will be provided by the funeral home; or visit https://www.michaeljfox.org/donate.

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

Douglas P. Kruzick

January 16, 1945 to June 12, 2019

WINAMAC - Douglas Phillip Kruzick, 74, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, June 12, at his home.

He was born Jan. 16, 1945 in Winamac to the late Phillip H. and Pauline Jane Plotner Kruzick. In 1963, he left Winamac High School to join the U.S. Navy. He served four years on an aircraft carrier during the Vietnam War.

He is survived by: 
Bryan Douglas Kruzick, Winamac, Son 
Dennis Scott (Tammy) Kruzick, Menifee, CA, Son 
2 Grandchildren: Kennedy and Kash 
Jerry Jayne Winters, Winamac, Sister 
Harry Michael "Mic" (Charlene) Kruzick Fultondale, AL, Brother 
Mary Ellen (Byrl) Palmer, Winamac, Sister 
Several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
2 Infant Brothers 

Mr. Kruzick was a talented civil engineer, having worked for the Winamac Construction Co. and retiring from Fluor Daniel Co. Most notably, he worked on the Alaskan Pipeline and the U.S. 35 bridge south of Winamac, as well as constructing many silos in the area. He volunteered his engineering skills in the design of the Winamac Industrial Park and advocated for the redesign of curbs in town for handicap accessibility.

He was a proud lifetime member of the Winamac VFW Post #1728 and Winamac FOE #2580. He loved his country and continued his service as a member of the local honor guard. He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed woodworking. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and always greeted others with a smile. He was a proud father and grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A graveside service will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 3, at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac, with Rev. Nelda Seger officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the Winamac VFW Post #1728.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Margaret L. Bonini / Leedio J. Bonini

March 12, 1926 to June 7, 2019
October 8, 1921 to June 8, 2019

WINAMAC - Margaret L. Bonini, 93, and Leedio J. Bonini 97, of Winamac (formerly of Crown Point), passed away 12 hours apart from one another at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac. Mrs. Bonini died at 6:40 p.m., Friday, June 7; while Mr. Bonini died at 6:40 a.m., Saturday, June 8.

The couple was married on May 8, 1948 and recently celebrated 71 years of marriage. They are survived by daughters, Janice (Al) Davis of Winamac and Nancy (Brent) Braithwaite of Melbourne, FL; three grandchildren, Joseph, Heather and Justin; and two great-grandchildren, Allyson and Jonas. An infant son, Richard Bonini, preceded them in death.

Mrs. Bonini was born March 12, 1926, in Gary, to the late Claire and Margaret Evans Niles. She grew up with two brothers, Raymond and William. William survives. She graduated from Merrillville High School. She was a proud homemaker and a talented seamstress and quilter. 

Mr. Bonini was born Oct. 8, 1921 in Houghton, MI. He was the last surviving child of the late Baldo and Mary Bonini who had 11 children. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of the Crown Point American Legion. He spent most of his life as a milkman in Crown Point, delivering milk and other items to many homes in the area.

No services will be held.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.