Obituaries

Clarence D. Beamer Jr

February 8, 1947 to May 27, 2019

WINAMAC - Clarence Delbert "Butch" Beamer Jr., 72, of Winamac (formerly of Uhrichsville, OH), passed away at 7:19 p.m., Monday, May 27, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born Feb. 8, 1947 in Dennison, OH to the late Clarence Delbert and Lillian Branch Beamer. He graduated from Uhrichsville High School in 1965. On Dec. 9, 1966, he married Sheila R. Rainsberger in Uhrichsville. She survives.

Survivors also include: 
Bruce Wayne (Paula) Beamer, Bowerston, OH, Son 
Carol Sue (Tracy) Beal, Winamac, Daughter 
Christopher Daniel "Danny" (Jane) Beamer, Uhrichsville, OH, Son 
Derrick (Tara) Beamer, Grandson 
Jenny (fiance: Shane) Beal, Granddaughter 
Elizabeth (fiance: Jim) Beamer, Granddaughter 
Brett Beamer, Grandson 
Noah Beamer, Grandson 
Bruce Wayne Beamer, Jr., Grandson 
Collin Beamer, Grandson 
5 Great Grandchildren: Emma, Ayden, Bryson, Jenna and Tessa 
Beth Grandison, Sister 
David Beamer, Brother 
James (fiance: Karen) Beamer, Brother 
Anna Fouts, Sister 
Jerry Riddle, Brother-in-law 
Several Nieces and Nephews 
And many, many Friends

Preceded in death by: 
Timothy William Thomas, Grandson 
Joyce Ann Riddle, Sister 
Chuck Beamer, Brother 
John Beamer, Brother 
Jim Fouts, Brother-in-law 

Mr. Beamer worked over 30 years as an automotive machinist in Ohio. He was a member of the Uhrichsville FOE #2264 and was a former member of the Winamac FOE #2580. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking. He was an avid Green Bay Packers and wrestling (WWE & UFC) fan. Most of all, he loved his family very much. He will be sadly missed.

No services will be held. Private disposition will take place in Ohio at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Indiana Donor Network.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Wanda J. Buczek

February 21, 1921 to May 24, 2019

MEDARYVILLE - Wanda J. Buczek, 98, of Medaryville, passed away at 3:30 p.m., Friday, May 24, at Oak Grove Retirement Village, DeMotte.

She was born Feb. 21, 1921 in Portland, OR to the late John and Selma Chorubski Jeleniewski. She grew up on a small farm on Mt. Talbert in Clackamas, OR. She graduated from Clackamas High School and earned an associate's degree in teaching from Marylhurst College. She married Walter John Buczek on Nov. 25, 1944, in Portland, OR. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by: 
Patricia J. Osbourn, New Hope, PA, Daughter 
David W. (Jean) Buczek, Rensselaer, Son 
Nancy D. (Wesley) Jones, Floyds Knobs, Daughter 
James A. (Sheila) Buczek, Medaryville, Son 
John R. Buczek, Medaryville, Son 
Amy (Mark) Perniciaro Golding, Granddaughter 
Nicole Rogue, Granddaughter 
Regina (Patrick) Sheets, Granddaughter 
Jobina (Brandon) Roberts, Granddaughter 
Marc (Angela) Jones, Grandson 
Adam Buczek, Grandson 
Erica (Jeff) Mandsager, Granddaughter 
Derek Buczek, Grandson 
16 Great-Grandchildren 
Many Nieces and Nephews

She was preceded in the death by: 
Melvin Jeleniewski, Brother 
Casmir Jeleniewski, Brother 
Jerry Jeleniewski, Nephew 

Mrs. Buczek was a teacher and principal at a two-room school house in Lone Rock, OR where the students rode their horses to school. In the early part of World War II, she received special training and volunteered as an enemy airplane spotter over the Pacific Ocean. She was also in the USO where she worked as a nurse's aide, among other important activities and duties. 
She met her husband while he was stationed at Ft. Lewis, WA. He was the best man and she was the maid of honor in her brother's wedding. They first met on the steps of the cathedral as they entered the church. They were married six weeks later, just before he was deployed to Okinawa. The couple moved to Lowell in 1946 to begin their life in farming and animal husbandry. In 1953, Henry Bush informed them of land available in Medaryville. In December 1953, the Buczeks bought "The Old Horse Ranch" with 360 acres of which only 60 acres were cleared. They cleared an additional 200 acres to build their farm and raise their family. 

After settling into the new home place, and with children at home, Mrs. Buczek was asked to help fill a teaching shortage in Pulaski County. While teaching, she earned a bachelor'sdegree in teaching from St. Joseph College in Rensselaer. She was a grade school teacher at Star City, Medaryville and West Central schools. In retirement, she was active with the Indiana and Pulaski County Retired Teachers Associations. She was a lifetime and very active member of St. Henry Catholic Church in Medaryville (which closed in 2017, at which time she joined St. Francis Solano Catholic Church in Francesville). She enjoyed singing in the St. Henry church choir and with the Pulaski County Extension Chords. She was a member of the National Council of Catholic Women, Polish National Alliance and Medaryville Lion's Club. She enjoyed visiting and playing cards with her friends at the West Side Senior Center. She was an avid supporter of West Central Trojans sports and music, having been recognized as a Trojan "Super Fan." She enjoyed bake sales and BINGO. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, May 29, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville. A scriptural wake service will be at 4 p.m., and the rosary will be recited at 9 p.m. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 30, at St. Francis Solano Catholic Church, Francesville, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to the West Central Scholarship Fund.

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

Arlos L. Kroft Epler

July 23, 1923 to March 10, 2019

WINGATE - Arlos L. Kroft Epler, 95, a long time Francesville resident, passed away at 7 a.m., Sunday, March 10, at her granddaughter's home in Lakeville.

She was born in Medaryville, July 23, 1923, the daughter of the late George and Grace Tetzloff Kroft. She married Frank R. Epler on July 4, 1958. He preceded her in death.

Survivors include: daughter; Lana Anderson of North Port, FL; three granddaughters, Tara Horvath, of Lakeville, Renee (Roger) Dickenson of Englewood, FL, Julie Mosby of Youngstown, FL, and Janine (Kevin) Fulmer of Medaryville; three step-daughters, Sheri Deem, Fran Zierlein and Sheila Lang; two step-sons Larry Epler and Frank Epler III; 11 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren, as well as many step-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sisters, Alladean Clouser, Georgianna (Dolly) Fritz, Louella Hively and Doris Becker; two brothers, Ray and Robert Kroft; daughter, Ruth Ann Timmons Strain; son Thomas Timmons; son-in-law Charlie Anderson; grandson, C. Andy Anderson and a great-grandson Avian Fulmer.

Mrs. Epler graduated from Medaryville High School and was a homemaker. She had been a life member of St. John's UCC. She enjoyed cooking and baking, cookies and pies were her specialty. She also enjoyed playing euchre. We were all fortunate to have such a loving, witty, fun-hearted lady who played a huge role in all our lives

Visitation hours are 12 noon to 2 p.m., Thursday, March 14, at St. John's United Church of Christ, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., with Rev. Judith Doll officiating. Burial will follow at St. John's Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be directed to St. John's Cemetery.

Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate is assisting the family. Visit online to leave a condolence or sign the guestbook at www.familyandfriendsfh.com

M. Maxine Parish

November 29, 1919 to May 7, 2019

ROYAL CENTER - M. Maxine Parish, 99, of Winamac,  passed away Tuesday, May 7, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving granddaughers April Simmermaker, Amy Parish and Abbey Eskridge; her friend and caretaker Jared Simmermaker, and friend Ronda Loehmer.

Born on Nov. 29, 1919, in Oak, Ind. (now called Thornhope), she was the daughter of the late Osta James and Mildred Lenora (Fultz) Smith. She spent her childhood in Thornhope with her parents and two brothers. One of her favorite memories was going to Chicago to visit her aunt during the 1933 World's Fair.

Survivors include her children: Janet Johnson of Culver, Charlene [Mike] Miller of Argos, and James M. [Joyce] Parish of Loxahatchee, Fla.; 15 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers: James Walter Smith and Donald Eugene Smith; daughter Carol Belt-Smith; grandson Richard “Rick” Belt; and son-in-law Ted Johnson.

Mrs. Parish was a strong, independent woman who liked to do things her way. She was an avid photographer for many years and had a large collection of favorite shots. In her later years she enjoyed taking photos of nature and visiting with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be remembered for her fiery spirit, love of coffee and fantastic Scrabble and Yatzee skills.

Per her wishes, there will be a celebration of Mrs. Parish’s life at a later date.

Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements.

Helen L. Miller

May 27, 1930 to May 20, 2019

WINAMAC - Helen Louise Miller, 88, of Warsaw, formerly of Ripley, passed away 1:05 a.m., Monday, May 20, at Cardinal Group Home, Warsaw.

She was born May 27, 1930 in Winamac, to the late William H. and Thelma I. Darlington Miller.

Ms. Miller was a wonderful and tenacious lady, and long-time member of the Cardinal family. She enjoyed telling the many stories of her past and sharing her history with those who would listen. She thoroughly enjoyed reading and singing hymns and other songs she remembered from growing up, her favorite being, "You Are My Sunshine."

Her Bible was always by her side and a smile always on her face. She loved any meal that consisted of fried chicken and fried potatoes and she especially loved drinking a pop with it. She brightened up every room she entered and those who knew her will always remember her as a lady with an affinity for life and living it to the fullest. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, May 24, at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. 

Mary E. Monson

January 17, 1951 to May 8, 2019

WINAMAC - Mary E. Monson, 68, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, May 8, at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born Jan. 17, 1951 in Danville, IL. She graduated from Danville High School.

She is survived by:
Lisa (Russell) LaBuda, Winamac, Daughter
Whitney LaBuda, Brookston, Granddaughter
Amillie (John) Zickmund, Dover, NH, Granddaughter
Abby LaBuda, Winamac, Granddaughter
4 Great-Grandchildren: Ryland, Kaden, Serenity and Dean
Sherrill Kramer, Danville, IL, Sister
Kathie Howey, Danville, IL, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Carl A. and Nina Pauline Peggs Neff, Adoptive Parents
James Edward and Jane Ann Wilson Peggs, Biological Parents
Jim Peggs, Brother
Jack Peggs, Brother

Mrs. Monson worked most of her life as a CNA. She retired from the Indiana Veterans Home in West Lafayette. She enjoyed flower gardening, online shopping and traveling. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and beloved pets. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and she will be dearly missed.

No services will be held.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.