Obituaries

November 26, 1934 to February 16, 2022

WINAMAC - Jack L. Giselbach, 87, of Ora, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Feb. 16, at Northwest Health Porter Hospital in Valparaiso.

He was born Nov. 26, 1934 in Elwood, to the late Joseph Raymond and Helen Bernice Green Giselbach. He volunteered for the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War. On Sept. 28, 1977, he married Carole York, in Ft. Wayne. She survives.

Jack Giselbach

He is also survived by:
Ginny (Kathy Kellems) Trent, Francesville, Daughter
Brad (Jena) Giselbach, Champions Gate, FL, Son
Ben Giselbach, Ora, Son
Joseph Giselbach, Ora, Son
Jane (Bruce) Hestand, Noblesville, Daughter
Deanna Giselbach, Ocala, FL, Daughter-in-law
Grandchildren: Austin Trent, Kolt Trent, Chase Trent, Olivia Trent, Dawson Trent, Torie Hemphill, Justice Giselbach, Faith Hemphill, Allyson Hemphill, Patience Giselbach, Christian Giselbach, Alyssa Giselbach, Benjamin Giselbach, Chad (Mandi) Stewart, and Marie Young.
Several Great-Grandchildren
Mary Ingram, Elwood, Sister
Peach (Bill) Dodd, Elwood, Sister
Robin Driver, Elwood, Sister
Jim (Lekeeta) Giselbach, Fairmount, Brother
Tom (Ginnie) Giselbach, LaFontaine,
Eileen Giselbach, Sister-in-law
Joe Frazee, Brother-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Clay Giselbach, Son
1 Great-Grandchild
Sharon Buckler, Sister
Pat Frazee, Sister
Sudy Elmerick, Sister
Leo Giselbach, Brother
Bob Giselbach, Brother
Jerry Ingram, Brother-in-law

Mr. Giselbach retired from the Indiana Department of Corrections after nearly 20 years of service. He worked at Westville Correctional Facility and Medaryville Youth Camp. He loved the outdoors and had fond memories of playing in the family apple orchid in his youth. He was a talented young athlete who excelled in basketball, football, and baseball. He enjoyed helping others and was a former member of the Jaycees in Albion. He had a lifetime of love for gospel music and enjoyed singing with the Lake Shore Gospelaires. His love for the outdoors led him to become a Park Ranger at Chain O’ Lakes State Park in Albion. He was avid outdoorsman and had good memories of camping with his parents, family, and friends. His life was absorbed by caring for those he loved. He was a hardworking and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He loved his family very much, especially spending time with his grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 20, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac; and one hour prior to services Monday. The funeral service will be at 12 noon Monday, Feb. 21, at the funeral home with Pastor Etsie Allen officiating.  The American Legion and VFW will conduct military honors following services at funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to Denham Freewill Baptist Church.

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