Obituaries

Peter E. Bedoian

February 3, 2019

WINAMAC - Peter Edward "Pete" Bedoian, 86, of Hendersonville, NC (formerly of Lowell) passed away Sunday, Feb. 3, at Carolina Village in Hendersonville.

 A native of Chicago, he was the son of the late Israel and Anna Kaminski Bedoian. He served in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954 during the Korean War and was stationed in Iceland. On Nov. 16, 1957, he married his wife of 54 years, Diane C. Marse. She passed away Sept. 1, 2012.

He is survived by: 
Michael (Shanda) Bedoian, Saluda, NC, Son 
Susan (Bill) Gavin, Goodyear, AZ, Daughter 
Sharon (Jeff) Wagner, Winamac, Daughter 
Laura (Doug) Langen, Zionsville, Daughter 
7 grandchildren: Jacquelyn (Zach) Jeanes, Nicholas (Caroline) Williams, Steven Wagner, Micayla Bedoian, Jenna Langen, Alyssa Wagner and Cyrena Bedoian. 
2 great-grandchildren: Ella June Jeanes and Cameron Kai Williams. 
3 brothers: John (Judy) Bedoian, Charlie Bedoian and Bob (Pat) Bedoian. 
1 sister: Margaret Novak 
Many nieces and nephews 
Joan Wright, Hendersonville, NC, Companion

He preceded in death by: 
Mary Wodziak, Sister 
Eugene Novak, Brother-in-law

The Bedoians raised their family in Lowell for 30 years before moving to Saluda, NC in 1996. They had also resided in Calumet Park, IL and Blue Island, IL. Mr. Bedoian retired from Linde Air Products in East Chicago. In retirement, he worked at Langen Realty in Lowell; Carquest in Hendersonville; and Camp Green Cove & Camp Mondamin in Zirconia, NC. He was a member of St. Edwards Catholic Church in Lowell. He was also a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Hendersonville where he volunteered as a Eucharistic Minister. He was a member of Knights of Columbus in Lowell and Youche Country Club in Crown Point. He had formerly served as a Cedar Creek Township Trustee in Lake County. He enjoyed playing golf and playing the accordion. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed.

A memorial mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 22, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Hendersonville, NC with Rev. Praveen Turaka officiating.

A second memorial mass will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 25, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Immediately following burial, a celebration of life service will be held at the Winamac First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the donor's favorite charity in Mr. Bedoian's honor.

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

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. 

Nelda M. Manning-Garrett

August 9, 1928 to February 4, 2019

WINAMAC - Nelda M. Manning-Garrett, 90, of Royal Center, passed away Monday, Feb. 4, at her home.

She was born Aug. 9, 1928 in Francesville, to the late Herman George and Malinda Louise Koebcke Onken. She was a 1946 graduate of Francesville High School. On Dec. 27, 1950, she married Robert Dale Manning. He passed away Dec. 12, 1970. On Dec. 9, 1975, she married Ronald Ward Garrett. He survives.

She is survived by: 
Barbara Pugh, Star City, Daughter 
Kelly Werner, Idaville, Granddaughter 
Bethany (Donny Rapacki) Haskins, Winamac, Great-Granddaughter 
LCpl Travis (Mary) Werner, USMC, Oceanside, CA Great-Grandson 
Ruth Ann Vollmer, Atlanta, GA, Sister 
Fred (Dee) Vollmer, Jr., Maryville, TN, Brother 
Bob (Helen) Vollmer, Noblesville, Brother 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Leon E. Onken, Brother 
Clarence W. "Buddy" Onken, Brother 
Frances L. "Tootie" Cummins, Sister 
Richard F. "Bud" Vollmer, Brother 
Norma Lee Decker, Sister

Mrs. Manning-Garrett was a member of St. James Salem United Church of Christ in Francesville. She had formerly worked as a cook at Medaryville High School and West Central High School. She was the former owner of Matilda's restaurant in Winamac, and retired from Sander's Deli in 2003. She enjoyed collecting recipes as well as cooking and baking. She also enjoyed collecting bunnies. She loved her family very much, especially spending time with her granddaughter (Kelly) and great grandchildren (Bethany and Travis). She was anticipating the birth of her first great-great-grandchild (Baby Rapacki). She will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 12 noon, Thursday, Feb. 7, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon (Thursday), at the funeral home with Rev. David Broad officiating. Private burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society.

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

Chastity N. Bennett

June 15, 1990 to February 4, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Chastity Nicole "Chas" Bennett, 28, of Francesville, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Feb. 4, at her home.

She was born June 15, 1990 in Winamac, to Randy and Sherrie Nightingale Bennett. She graduated from West Central High School in 2011.

She is survived by: 
Isabelle Harris, Francesville, Daughter 
Randy (Linda) Bennett, Francesville, Father 
Sherrie Hauptli, Monticello, Mother 
Tim (Jodie) Bennett, Wheatfield, Brother 
Cheyenne Lynch, Medaryville, Sister 
Colton Lynch, Hamlet, Brother 
Sean (Jennifer) Owens, Francesville, Brother 
Cameron Owens, Nephew 
Brice Schultz, Nephew 
Shirley Simpkins Bennett, Francesville, Paternal Grandmother 
Many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Chris Owens, Brother 
Richard Bennett, Paternal Grandfather 
John and Betty Banes Nightingale, Maternal Grandparents 
Dawn Marie Bennett, Aunt 
Marie Annette Pierce, Aunt 
John Nightingale, Jr., Uncle

Ms. Bennett was employed at Advanced Auto Parts Warehouse in Remington. 
She enjoyed video games and cooking. She was an avid Notre Dame and Chicago Bears football fan. Most of all, she loved spending time with her daughter, Isabelle. 
She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 9, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. (Saturday), at the funeral home with Rev. James Ketchen officiating. Private entombment will take place at a later date at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Alliance Bank in Francesville where an account has been established for Isabelle.

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

Stephani L. Iverson

December 14, 1975 to January 31, 2019

WINAMAC - Stephani Lynn Iverson, 43, of Medaryville, passed away, surrounded by her family, Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019 in Lafayette.

She was born Dec. 14, 1975 in Lafayette to Richard and Tami Stansberry Iverson. She attended Kankakee Valley High School.

She is survived by: 
Eric Mullens, Medaryville, Fiance 
Shannon (Tyson Matthews) Meeks, Winamac, Daughter 
Samantha (Skye Shaneyfelt) Babcock, Winamac, Daughter 
Rebecca (Chris Cox) Mullens, Monon, Daughter 
Douglas Mullens, Winamac, Son 
Rylee Mullens, Medaryville, Daughter 
Aiden Matthews, Grandson 
Hunter Meeks, Grandson 
Adalynn Matthews, Granddaughter 
George and Janice Stansberry, Pulaski, Maternal Grandparents 
Richard Iverson, Kokomo, Father 
Josh (Jamie Beckner) Iverson, Winamac, Brother 
Ryan (Victoria) Iverson, Levittown, PA, Brother 
Terry Iverson, Winamac, Brother 
Several Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Douglas and Annie Iverson, Paternal Grandparents 
Tami Stansberry Iverson, Mother 
Brian Stansberry, Uncle 
Judy Coldiron, Aunt 

Ms. Iverson worked as a CNA at several local nursing homes. She attended the Winamac Church of the Nazarene. She enjoyed coloring and collecting TY Beanie Babies. She was a loving and protective mom, grandma and sister. She loved spending time with family, especially the grandkids. She will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved her.

A memorial dervice will be at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 5, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac with Rev. Jeff Seger officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with expenses.

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

Joan M. Smith

January 26, 1927 to February 1, 2019

MEDARYVILLE - Joan M. Smith, 92, of Francesville (formerly of Medaryville and North Judson), passed away Friday, Feb. 1, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville where she resided for over 10 years.

She was born Jan. 26, 1927 in Barrow-In-Furness, Lancashire, England to the late William Henry and Beatrice Wells Meadway. She served in the British Army during World War  II. It was during this time she met her future American husband who was serving in the U.S. Army. On March 9, 1946, she married Merrill Smith at St. Mark's Church in Barrow-In-Furness. He passed away March 15, 2007.

She is survived by: 
Darrell (Joy) Smith, North Judson, Son 
Kenneth (Crystal) Smith, Myrtle Beach, SC, Son 
Charlotte Lewark, Medaryville, Daughter 
12 Grandchildren 
27 Great-Grandchildren 
7 Great-Great-Grandchildren 
Doreen Graves, Momence, IL, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

She was preceded in death by: 
Raymond Smith, Son 
Joe Lewark, Son-in-law 
Maureen Meadway, Sister 
Bernard (Eileen) Meadway, Brother 
Roy (Joyce) Meadway, Brother 
Joe Graves, Brother-in-law

Mrs. Smith was a member of Bethel Bible Church in Winamac. She enjoyed Bible studies. She was a QMA and retired from Little Company of Mary Health Facility in San Pierre. She enjoyed playing card games and Aggravation, as well as doing puzzles. She loved spending time with her family. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Friday, Feb. 8, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon (Friday), at the funeral home with Pastor Tom Dewlen officiating. Burial will be at Walkerton Woodlawn Cemetery, Walkerton.

Memorial donations may be made to Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.

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

Jean L. Schwartz

July 20, 1974 to January 31, 2019

WINAMAC - Jean Lynn Schwartz, 44, of Winamac, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Jan. 31, at her home.

She was born July 20, 1974 in Winamac to the late Bernard and Phyllis Bartgen Schwartz. She graduated from Culver Community High School in 1994 where she enjoyed playing volleyball.

She is survived by: 
Kennedi Thomas, Lafayette, Daughter 
Tyler Thomas, Plymouth, Son 
Remington Schwartz, Winamac, Son 
Leeland Hayden, Fulton, Son 
John (Anita) Lasanowski, North Judson, Brother 
Felicia Emigh, Crown Point, Sister 
Brenda Grimmett, North Judson, Sister 
William Michael (Faye) Voight, Chicago, Brother 
Pat (John) Wawrzyniec, Chicago, Sister 
Michael "Whistle" Schwartz, Winamac, Brother 
Bernard (Traci) Schwartz, Jr., Portage, Brother 
Cathy (John) Fritz, Winamac, Sister 
Daniel "Dino" Schwartz, North Judson, Brother 
Larry Schwartz, Winamac, Brother 
Terry (fiance: Julie) Schwartz, Bass Lake, Brother 
Theresa Schwartz, North Judson, Sister 
Randy Schwartz, North Judson, Brother 
Rodney (Joleen) Schwartz, Winamac, Brother 
Janet Brown, Knox, Twin Sister 
Many Nieces and Nephews 
Randy Thomas, Monterey, Former Husband

Preceded in death by: 
Wayne Schwartz, Infant Brother 
Bernard Voight, Brother 
Don Grimmett, Brother-in-law

Ms. Schwartz was an avid Chicago Bears fan, collected Mickey Mouse memorabilia, and enjoyed baking and cooking. She was a loyal and faithful friend to many. Most of all, she loved her family very much. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 6, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., at the funeral home with Pastor Tom Richards officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac. 

Memorial donations may be made to Jean's children. Please make checks payable to Kennedi Thomas. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home.

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

Cynthia Jenkins Wallace

Marcy 26, 1961 to January 30, 2019

ROYAL CENTER - Cynthia “Cindy” Sue Jenkins Wallace, 57, of Winamac passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 30, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.

Born March 26, 1961 in Rochester, she was the daughter of Robert James Jenkins and Sandra Nan Goldie Stamper. On May 14, 1977 she married Lew D. Wallace. He survives.

Survivors also include her children, Scott Allen (Jennifer) Wallace  of Winamac and Cherise Ann Nicole (Scott) Shidler Becker of Winamac; parents, Robert and Sandra Jenkins of Winamac; sister, Shelley (Rex) Gady of Royal Center; brother, James (Chrissy) Jenkins  of Winamac; brothers-in-law, Michael (Karen) Wallace of Cadiz, Ky.,  and Timothy “Timmy” (Peggy) Jackson of Cadiz, Ky.; sister-in-law, Toni (Mark) Whitte  of Hopkinsville, Ky.; mother-in-law, Mildred Jackson of Cadiz, Ky.; and grandchildren, Dalton Allen Wallace (Rachel Crawford) and Deven Allen Wallace and great-grandson, Weston Allen Wallace. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by son, Tommy Alvin Wallace and sister, Christeenia Lynn Jenkins Shidler Braun.

Mrs. Wallace was a homemaker, and she was also formerly employed at Tippecanoe River State Park in Winamac for several years. She was an avid gardener and loved her flowers. She loved spending time with all her family and will be missed by all who knew her.

A graveside service will be at 3 p.m., Monday, Feb. 4, at Winamac Cemetery with Pastor Bert Stover officiating.

Please sign Cindy’s online guestbook or leave a condolence for the family at www.ransfunerahomes.com.