Obituaries

Twilia C. Patterson

January 24,1953 to December 22, 2016

MEDARYVILLE - Twilia Christina Patterson, 63, of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, at Evergreen Crossing Rehab Center, Indianapolis.

She was born Jan. 24, 1953 in Winamac, to the late Elmer and Mary Lu Malchow Poisel. On May 31, 1980, she married Mark Patterson at the Medaryville Christian Church. He survives.

Also surviving are:
Nancy King, Daughter
Amelia Patterson, Daughter
Victoria (Joanne) Patterson-Weber, Daughter
Siblings: David (Shari) Poisel, Dorothy “Dottie” Trusty, Penny Kasten, Jenny Swinford
Robin Poisel, Sister-in- law

Preceded in death by:
Siblings: Kenny Poisel, Rod Shreve, Linda Chreve

Mrs. Patterson was the oldest of eight siblings. She grew up in the Medaryville area and attended Medaryville Christian Church where she came to know the Lord. She was a graduate of West Central High School. She was a member of the Crooked Creek Baptist Church in Indianapolis. She enjoyed music and spending time with her family.

A Memorial Service will be held at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 27, at Crooked Creek Baptist Church in Indianapolis. Locally, visitation be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 28, at Medaryville Christian Church, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 2 PM p.m., Wednesday, at the church. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.

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

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com. Arrangements entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville.

Phyllis A. Hulmes

August 31, 1940 to December 23, 2016

WINAMAC - Phyllis A. Hulmes, 76, of Winamac passed away at 6:30 a.m., Friday, Dec. 23, at Miller's Merry Manor, Culver.

She was born Aug/ 31, 1940 in Rankin, IL to the late Lorin and Louise Smith. On Nov. 19, 1960, she married Leonard Hulmes in Rankin. He preceded her in death on Jan. 4, 2010.

Survivors include: 
Julie A. (Thomas) Girton, Monterey, Daughter 
Eric L. (Heather) Hulmes, Winamac, Son 
Janel R. (Christopher) Marsh, Peru, Daughter 
Grandchildren: Megan (Matt) Carter, Casey (Whitney) Girton, Shane Hulmes, Tanner Hulmes, Riley Schultz, Sadie Schultz, and Torin Marsh. 
Great-Grandchildren: Reese Carter, Breelyn Carter, Sydney Girton, Kaylee Girton, and Hunter Girton. 
Sisters: Beverly Overbey, Carolyn Unzicker, aNancy (Dennis) Hari, and Jean Swanson. 
Brothers: Robert Nease, Tom (Dolly) Nease, and Larry (Pam) Nease.

Preceded in death by: 
Lorin and Louise Smith Nease, Parents 
2 Infant Sisters 

Mrs. Hulmes graduated from Rankin High School and also completed beauty school in Champaign, IL. She was an active member of the Monterey United Methodist Church where she served as the pianist for over 30 years. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women and was well known for her homemade noodles. She was not only a hairdresser, but also an equal partner in the farming operation. She was also proud to be a homemaker. Mrs. Hulmes enjoyed baking, cooking, sewing, and crocheting. In her later years, she enjoyed traveling with her friend Sandi Holcomb. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She will be dearly missed by all. 

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 28, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services at the church Thursday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 29, at Monterey United Methodist Church with Pastor Kevin Marsh officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey.

Memorial dontions may be made to Monterey United Methodist Church, American Cancer Society, or the American Heart Association.

Messages of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.frainmortuary.com.

Donald Miller

August 19, 1964 to December 12, 2016

WINAMAC - Donald Miller, 52, of Star City, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, in Indianapolis.

He was born Aug. 19, 1964 in Chicago to the late Frank and Myrtle Humphreys Miller.He married Lisa Pitts on Aug. 16, 2003. She survives.

He is also survived by many brothers and sisters.

Mrs. Miller was a very hard worker, employed as an over-the-road truck driver. He was a loving husband. He was a man with a very kind heart and will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 23, at Star City United Methodist Church, Star City. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m., at the church with Rev. Ruth Waite officiating.

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

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

Christine Shires

March 7, 1975 to December 18, 2016

WINAMAC - Christine "Tina" Shires, 41, of Winamac passed away at 11:03 a.m., Sunday Dec. 18, at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born March 7, 1975 in Evansville to Allen and Linda Adler Schmitt. On Oct. 9, 1998, she married Sylvester "Syl" Shires in Winamac. He survives.

She is also survived by: 
Michael Schmitt, Monticello, Son 
Selena Shires, Winamac, Daughter 
Adrianna "AJ" Shires, Winamac, Daughter 
Linda Schmitt Haubstadt, Mother 
Greg Schmitt, Poseyville, Brother 

Preceded in death by: 
Allen Schmitt, Father 

Mrs. Shires was a graduate of Mater Dei High School in Evansville and had worked as a certified nursing assistant. She was a member of the Catholic faith and attended St. Peter's Church in Winamac. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and reading. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter and sister. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 20 at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A funeral mass will follow at 1 p.m., at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery,Winamac.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in the form of Mass Intentions or to the family to establish an education fund for her daughters.

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

Edith I. Tucker

October 5, 1917 to December 13, 2016

MONON - Edith I. Tucker, 99, of Francesville, passed away at 9:35 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 13, at Parkview Haven Nursing Home, Francesville.

She was born Oct. 5, 1917 in Pulaski County to the late William “Bill” and Minnie Doll Garling. Her first marriage was to Everett Kruger on March 10, 1936; he passed away in 1949. She later married Rhea Tucker on April 14, 1951 in Francesville; he preceded her in death on Nov. 15, 1984.

She is survived by her children, Marilyn Chafey of Indianapolis, Gerald (Carolyn) Kruger of Francesville and a sister, Hannah (Don) Dommer of Winamac. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Bill Chafey, Curt Chafey, Darryl Chafey, Jerry L. Kruger, and Jana Drone; 10 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death with her parents and both husbands was a brother, Robert Garling, her son-in-law, Bill Chafey and a great-great-grandson Noah Chafey.

Mrs. Tucker was a lifelong member of St. James Salem United Church of Christ of Francesville and charter member of the Ladies Guild. She enjoyed spending her time outdoors, gardening, quilting, and most of all, spending time with her family.

Friends may call from 9 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 16, at St. James Salem United Church of Christ (10934 W 600 S, Francesville); Rev. Judith Doll to officiate. Interment to follow in the St. James Salem Church Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made in Mrs. Tucker’s name to St. James Salem United Church of Christ.

Share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com

Edward D. Risner

April 1, 1941 to December 13, 2016

MEDARYVILLE - Edward Duane Risner, 75, of Medaryville, lost his battle with cancer at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 13, at his residence in Medaryville, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born April 1, 1941 in Winamac, to the late Fred and Dora Jackson Risner. On Feb. 23, 1963 he married Marlene F. Harris in Las Vegas. They net in 1960 while he was serving in the U.S. Marine Corps at Camp Pendleton, CA. She survives.

He is also survived by: 
Edward Duane (Shelly) Risner II. Chesterton, Son 
Mitzi (Kenny Waibel) Risner, Goodland, Daughter 
Raymond Eugene (Jeri Chapman) Risner, Medaryville, Son 
Anastacia (Steve) Smith, Santa Monica, CA, Daughter 
10 Grandchildren 
3 Great Grandchildren 
Ralph Eugene (Sue) Risner, Medaryville, Brother 
Hank (Alvina) Risner, Medaryville, Brother 
Norma Jean (Earl) Clark, Argos, Sister

Mr. Risner served as a corporal in the Marine Corps from 1960 until 1964. He was a diesel mechanic, and retired from Castongia's John Deere in Demotte. He was a member of the Medaryville Christian Church and the American Legion. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He also enjoyed working on old tractors and traveling. He especially enjoyed visiting and playing games with his family and friends.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the hour of services Saturday, Dec, 17, at the Medaryville Christian Church, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 10 a.m.,
Saturday, at the church with Don Nedza officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville. Military graveside services will be conducted.

Memorial donations may be made to the Medaryville Christian Church or the VA House in Indianapolis, IN.

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