Obituaries

Larry L. Link

March 30, 1948 to May 9, 2019

WINAMAC - Larry L. Link, 71, of Winamac, passed away at 12:17 p.m., Thursday, May 9, at IU University Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born March 30, 1948, in Denham to the late Raymond Harold and Myrtle F. Cole Link. He was a 1966 graduate of Francesville High School. On October 20, 1973, he married Marcia Skinner at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, at Lake Bruce. She survives.

Survivors also include: 
Brandon Link, Winamac, Son 
Jodi (Reuben) Smith, Winamac, Daughter 
Kiara King, Granddaughter 
Cy'Anne Wooten, Grandaughter 
Toniya Link, Granddaughter 
Amiya Link, Granddaughter 
Tra'ohn Link, Grandson 
Sadie Pogue, Granddaughter 
Shaylynn Pogue, Granddaughter 
William J. (Vera) Ward, Valparaiso, Brother 
Mary Sue Link, Winamac, IN Sister-in-law 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Donald R. Link, Brother

In 2013, Mr. Link retired after 36 years of service to the Winamac schools. After retirement, he continued working at the school as a crossing guard for six years. He was a member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church. He enjoyed going to garage sales and collecting antiques. He also enjoyed having garage sales where he loved talking to everyone; he did not know a stranger. He was a gentle giant, a loving and kind man, a wonderful husband and a truly amazing dad and papaw. He will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, May 13, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 14, at the funeral home with Pastor Ed Trusty officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church.

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

Larry D. Shidler

April 24, 1940 to May 10, 2019

WINAMAC - Larry D. "Bean" Shidler, 79, of Winamac, passed away Friday, May 10, surrounded by his family, at home.

He was born April 24, 1940 in Pulaski, to the late Thomas Sr. and Ruth Florence Biddle Shidler. On June 29, 1959, he married Geneva Hines in Winamac. She passed away June 2, 2003.

Survivors include: 

Kathy Rehm, Daughter 
Larry D. "Charlie" Shidler Jr., Winamac, Son 
Karen (Ted) Wolfe, Winamac, Daughter 
Jesse (Karen) Shidler, Winamac, Son 
Billy Shidler, Winamac, Son 
Oscar (Heather) Shidler, Winamac, Son 
Adam (Lela) Shidler, Winamac, Son 
30 Grandchildren 
Lots of Great-Grandchildren 
Ralph Shidler, Medaryville, Brother 
Richard "Bick" Shidler, Argos, Brother 
Many Nieces, Nephews and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Cheryl Mulcare, Daughter 
Joshua Wolfe, Grandson 
2 Great-Granddaughters 
Wanda Myers, Sister 
Arnold "Jack" Shidler, Brother 
Edward Shidler, Brother 
Wayman "Bug" Shidler, Brother 
Garold Shidler, Brother 
Donald Shidler, Brother 
Nelson Shidler, Brother 
Orville "Todd" Shidler, Brother 
Thomas Shidler, Brother 
Paul Shidler, Brother 
John Shidler, Brother

Mr. Shidler worked as a farmer and iron worker most of his life. He was a member of Iron Workers Local #292 in South Bend. He was also a member of Moose Lodge #2513 and Fraternal Order of Eagles #2580 in Winamac, as well as the Sons of the American Legion Post #92 in North Judson. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting and camping. He was an avid NASCAR fan having spent a lot of time at Shady Hill, Eldora and Talladega. He was a talented ironworker, woodworker, builder and problem solver. He liked to listen to bluegrass and country music. He loved his family very much, especially spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 16, at the funeral home with Rev. David Norris officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Mt. Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.

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

Karol S. Allen

October 28, 1938 to May 4, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Karol Sue Allen, 80, a lifelong resident of Francesville, passed away at 6:25 a.m., Saturday, May 4, at IU Health Hospital, Lafayette.

She was born Oct. 28, 1938 in Francesville to the late Ted and Lura Weltzin Myers. She was a 1956 graduate of Francesville High School. On Oct. 27, 1956, she married Ernie Smith, Jr. He preceded her in death. Later in life, she married Darrell Allen on Feb. 25, 2000. Together they enjoyed spending time with their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He also preceded her in death.

Survivors include:
Debra (Doug) Chenoweth, West Lafayette, Daughter 
Diana (Karla White) Smith, Lafayette, Daughter 
Ted Smith, New Carlisle, Son 
Terry (Carol) Smith, Port Richie, FL, Son 
Grandchildren: Stephanie (Mike Taylor) Flora, Lafayette; Brandi Austin, West Lafayette; Kristina (Derik) Mills, Danville; Courtney (Bryan Shockey) Looker, Fowler; Tristan Looker, St. Claire, MO; Josh (Adriana Edwards) Imel, Bloomington, IL; Elijah White, Lafayette; Tyler (Adriana) Smith, Florida; Tera Smith, Florida; and Brad (Lesley) Chenoweth, West Lafayette.
13 Great-Grandchildren 
Richard "Dick" Myers, Monticello, Brother 
Helen Wilson, Monticello, Sister 
Jim Myers, Monon, Brother 
Rose (Mike) Salyer, Francesville, Sister 
Bill Davis, Francesville, Brother-in-law 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Nina Davis, Sister

Mrs. Allen was a member of the Francesville First Christian Church and the Francesville American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing the casinos and people watching from her front porch swing. She especially enjoyed watching the sporting events of her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She was an avid Purdue basketball and Chicago Cubs fan. It brought great joy to her when she was simply sitting around drinking coffee with dear friends. She was kind, caring and supportive to everyone. She will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 9, at the Francesville First Christian Church with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery,  Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski County Special Olympics.

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

Janet S. Hansell

December 17, 1938 to May 2, 2019

Janet S. Hansell, 80, of Winamac, (formerly of Hobart) passed away at 8:15 p.m., Thursday, May 2, at her home.

She was born Dec. 17, 1938 in Winamac to the late Paul and Beaulah Dancey Strong. She was a 1956 graduate of Winamac High School. On May 2, 1956, she married James R. Hansell, and 63 years later (on their anniversary) he walked her home.

Survivors include:
Jill (fiance: Phil Baldwin) Kloppenburg, Hammond, Daughter 
Jan (Rich) McIlvain, Winamac, Daughter 
Robert (Joanna) Kloppenburg, Grandson 
Heidi Kloppenburg, Granddaughter 
Zach Norris, Grandson 
Andrew Norris, Grandson 
Sam (Mya) Norris, Grandson 
1 Great-Grandson: Thomas

Preceded in death by: 
James R. Hansell, Husband

Mrs. Hansell enjoyed reading, camping and traveling. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Janet knew and loved her savior, Jesus and led many to know Him as well. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be sadly missed.

Services will be scheduled at a later date.

Burial will take place at Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pulaski Animal Center.

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

Diana E. Wireman

January 16, 1949 to May 1, 2019

MEDARYVILLE - Diana E. "Diane" Hendershot Wireman, 70, of Medaryville, passed away unexpectedly at her home Wednesday, May 1.

She was born Jan. 16, 1949 on the family farm in rural Rensselaer. She attended Medaryville High School and later earned a GED from West Central High School.

She is survived by: 
Laura Wireman, Lafayette, Daughter 
Randal Wireman, Medaryville, Son 
Amber (Glen) Hoffman, Medaryville, Daughter 
8 Grandchildren 
2 Great-Grandchildren 
Nellie Dulin Howard, Medaryville, Mother 
Shelia (Cecil) Wireman, Medaryville, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Harold "Bud" Hendershot, Father 
Ronald Hendershot, Brother 
Robert Burns, Brother 

Mrs. Wireman had worked at the Medaryville Garment Factory and the Medaryville Library. She enjoyed flower gardening, visiting the library and watching scary movies. She was an avid Elvis fan. Most of all she loved her family, especially her grandchildren and cats. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Monday, May 6, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville. A memorial service will follow at 4 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home with Pastor Tom Dewlen officiating. Private burial be at Milroy Cemetery in McCoysburg, IN.

Memorial donations to the funeral home to assist the family with funeral expenses.

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

Wendell G. Gudeman

December 8, 1929 to April 28, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Wendell Gene Gudeman of Francesville, passed away at 8:45 p.m., Sunday, April 28.

He was born Dec. 8, 1929 in Francesville to the late Samuel S. and Kathryn A. Fry Gudeman. He graduated from Francesville High School in 1947. He received Jesus as his Lord and Savior in 1947 when he was 17 and was baptized in the Francesville Apostolic Christian Church. On Dec. 31, 1950 he married Marcella Marie Gutwein. She survives.

Survivors also include: 
Daniel (Rebecca) Gudeman, Westfield, Son 
Tom Gudeman, Chicago, Son 
Wendy (Jon) Schwab, Remington, Daughter 
Randy (Becky) Gudeman, Francesville, Son 
Matthew (Tracey) Gudeman, Grayslake, IL, Son 
Grandchildren: Ben (Rachel) Gudeman, Katie (Scott) Klopfenstein, Jennifer (Rodney) Ross,
Garrison Gudeman, Ashlyn (Terrance) Johnson, Tiffany (JR) Sauder, Brandy (Seth) Beer, Lance (Ashley) Schwab, Brett (Sheila) Schwab, Britni (Darren) Eisenmann, Luke (Natalie) Gudeman, Quentin Gudeman, Lexi Gudeman, Samuel Gudeman, Caleb Gudeman, and Elias Gudeman.
31 Great Grandchildren 
Willis (Margaret) Gudeman, Francesville, Brother 
Many Nieces and Nephews

Mr. Gudeman was a lifelong farmer. His passion was sharing the gospel. He had a heart and love of people and often would share the hope of eternal life through Jesus Christ. He was a minister and elder of the Francesville Apostolic Christian Church for 37 years. He found joy in bringing the gospel and humanitarian aid locally, nationally and internationally, traveling to Haiti, Korea, India, Japan, Romania, and Mexico. He loved music and his favorite instrument was the accordion. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 3, at the Apostolic Fellowship Center in Francesville. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 4, at the Apostolic Christian Church, Francesville, with ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Harvest Call. For more information, please visit www.harvestcall.org.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.