Obituaries

Judith S. Luckey

 January 14, 1945 to July 1, 2024

Judy Luckey

WINAMAC - Judith S. “Judy” Luckey, 79, of Winamac (formerly of Brownsburg) passed away Monday, July 1, at her home.

She was born Jan. 14, 1945 in Gainesville, TX. She married to Michael D Luckey, who survives.

She is also survived by their three children and nine grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother.

Mrs. Luckey was a former school teacher at Plainfield and Brownsburg elementary schools. She was a member of Bethel Bible Church in Winamac.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Friday, July 5, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., (Friday), at the funeral home with Pastor Bill McNabney officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (Town Addition).

Memorial donations may be made to Baptist Haiti Mission. Please make checks payable to Impact Cares Foundation (3215 Steck Ave. Ste. 101 Austin, TX 78757). Envelopes will be available at the funeral home or donations may be made online at bhm.org.

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

Douglas V. Blastic

August 2, 1938 to June 29, 2024

ROYAL CENTER – Douglas V. Blastic, 85, of Logansport passed away Saturday June 29 at his home surrounded by family.

Born Aug. 2, 1938 in Logansport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Gast) Blastic. He was a 1956 graduate from Winamac High School where he was a southpaw pitcher and a Chicago White Sox prospect. He served in the U.S. Navy as an electrician aboard the USS Intrepid aircraft carrier. After his service he received a master’s degree in education from Indiana State University.

Doug Blastic

Survivors include his children Jodavid (Merly) Blastic of Camby and Deanna (Pete) Moreno of Madison County. His grandchildren are Michael (Olivia) Moreno of Somerset, Mallary Moreno of Mary Ester, Fla., Julia (Devin) Carmichael of Greenwood, Manny Moreno of Dayton, Ohio, and CJ Blastic of Camby. His great-grandchildren are Tinley Moreno and Carson Carmichael. He also leaves his best friend, Sharon March of Winamac.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Eugene Blastic.

Mr. Blastic taught printing at Logansport High School for 28 years. Additionally, he sold and installed floor covering under his company, Blastic’s Floor Covering. He invented and received a patent for the Golf Cart Score Card Holder. He founded Score-It Company where he manufactured and sold his product. He was an avid golfer. He enjoyed home improvement projects and was a multi skilled handyman. He loved to create devices that made life easier.

A graveside service will be at 2 p.m., Friday, July 5, at Ever Rest Memorial Park.

Mr. Blastic’s online guestbook is available, and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center.

Tuff C. Uebler

August 26, 2007 to June 29, 2024

ROYAL CENTER – Tuff Cole Uebler, 16, of Francesville (formerly of Royal Center), passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning, June 29, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Francesville.

Tuff Uebler

Born Aug. 26, 2007 in Gilette, Wyoming, he was the son of Donald Uebler Sr. and Loretta (McKim) Kowalczyk. He attended Pioneer High School and enjoyed playing sports. He was currently working for Pelsy Septic and Plumbing in Francesville. He was a hard worker and enjoyed spending time with his friends.

Survivors include his mother Loretta Kowalczyk of Francesville, grandmother Katrina McKim of Royal Center, brothers Brett McKim of Royal Center, Donald Uebler Jr. of Warsaw, sisters Gail Kowalczyk of Michigan and Serenity Uebler of Michigan, aunts and uncles Travis McKim of Marion, Jane Wolf of Colorado, Tom Day of Illinois and Misty Day of Virginia, and nephew Elliot McKim of Royal Center.

He was preceded in death by his father Donald Uebler Sr., grandfather Steven McKim, and uncle Steven McKim Jr.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, July 2, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center. The funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 3, at the funeral home. Pastor Ryan Lewellen will officiate. Burial will be at Kistler Cemetery, Royal Center.

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

Tuff’s online guestbook is available, and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com. Donations can also be made through the website at the make a payment tab.

Linda T. Stotler

August 18, 1944 to June 29, 2024

WINAMAC - Linda Thelma Stotler, 79, of Winamac (formerly of Monterey), passed away Saturday, June 29, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

She was born Aug. 18, 1944 in Arlington, MA to the late Randolph C. and Thelma J. [Davis] Wills. She married Harold Gene Stotler on Aug. 23, 1993 in Las Vegas. He passed away Nov. 6, 2022.

Linda Stotler

She is survived by:
Claudia T. Stefanski, Sister
Kenneth E. Stotler, Brother-in-law
Ronald E. Stotler, Brother-in-law
Richard K. (Sharon) Stotler, Brother-in-law
Donald M. (Betty) Stotler, Brother-in-law
Lester L. (Donna) Stotler, Brother-in-law
Lois I. (Merv) Lemeron, Sister-in-law
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Calvin A. (Valera) Wills, Brother
Gardner R. (Niki) Wills, Brother
Garry S. (Janice) Stotler, Brother-in-law

Mrs. Stotler was retired from General Motors where she worked as a customer service representative. She was a member of the Pulaski County Extension Chords. She enjoyed beading, quilting, and crafting.

A graveside service will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 10, at Riverside Memorial Cemetery in Monterey with Merv Lemeron officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donaions may be made to the Monterey-Tippecanoe Township Public Library.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Donna M. Pugh

Donna Pugh

May 27, 1960 to June 28, 2024

ROYAL CENTER – Donna M. Pugh, 64, Winamac, passed away Friday, June 28 at home.

Born May 27, 1960, in Chicago, she was the daughter of the late John and Joann Schwemin. She married Robert W. Pugh, who preceded her in death.

Survivors include her children Robert A. (Nicole) Pugh of Winamac and Renee (Rocco) Calabrese of Winamac; sister Kathy (Gary) Wenning of Elkhart; brother William (Michele) Ostendorf of Lemont, Ill.; and grandchildren Ian Calabrese, Oliver Calabrese, Eevie Calabrese and Lorelei Pugh.

Mrs. Pugh was a retired letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service in Winamac. She was a very social person and loved meeting new people on her mail route, socializing with her friends, and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed caring for her dogs, crocheting and reading.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday, July 8, at Rans Funeral Home, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., at the funeral home. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, McKinley Addition.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pulaski Animal Center.

Mrs. Pugh’s online guestbook is available, and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Sherry M. Byfield Williams

October 16, 1936 to June 22, 2024

WINAMAC - Sherry M. [Byfield] Williams, 87, of Crown Point, passed away Saturday, June 22, at her home.

She was born Oct. 16, 1936 in Winamac, to the late Charles L. and Wilma M. [Horton] Byfield. She graduated from Winamac High School and earned a bachelor’s degree from the Jordan School of Music at Butler University.

Sherry Williams

She is survived by:
Kelly Funkey, Crown Point, Daughter
Deanna (Steve) Brinkman, Naperville, IL, Daughter
Lily Brinkman, Granddaughter
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Wilma C. Murphy, Sister
Leaine B. Gibson, Sister
Charles F. Byfield, Brother
Beulah B. Wattam, Special Aunt

Mrs. Williams worked at a daycare in Crown Point for nearly 25 years before retiring. She was always cheery and sweet with a genuine joy for life. She had a passion for music, which was instilled at a young age, and flourished throughout adulthood. She also enjoyed traveling, arts and crafts, going to the movies, and playing games. Family was paramount to Sherry - with her daughters and granddaughter holding an extra special place in her heart. She made the world a better place for those who knew her, and she will be deeply missed.

Private entombment of cremated remains will take place at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac. The family will host a memorial gathering at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Dementia Association or Winamac Music Boosters.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.