Obituaries
Lois McKinley
December 11, 1934 to June 5, 2024
WINAMAC - Lois McKinley, 89, of South Bend (formerly of Winamac) passed away early morning Wednesday, June 5, at the Center for Hospice Care - Ernestine Raclin House in Mishawaka.
She was born Dec. 11, 1934, in Winamac to the late Lon and Flo [Lebo] McKinley. She attended school in Winamac and graduated with the Winamac High School class of 1952. She attended St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Lafayette, for a period of time.
She is survived by:
Lorna (Smed) Miller, Winamac, Daughter
Lee Hoover, Arden, DE, Daughter
Allen (Cindy Cox) Hoover, Dayton, Son
Andy Hoover, South Bend, Son
Ron Hoover, South Bend, Son
Carol (Ricky Sr.) Kline, Mishawaka, Daughter
Grandchildren: Dustin (Jeannie Button) Hoover, Brandi (Nick) Silver, Nathan Gonzalez, Tana Hoover, Nick (Cathy Xiong) Hoover, Chris Hoover, Sarah Hoover, Ricky (Sarah) Kline Jr., Cory (Autumn Howell) Kline, and Stefanie (Jake) Gawne.
Step-Grandchildren: Brian Triesler and Danny Triesler; and someone she considered a Bonus-Grandchild: Adam Snider.
Great-Grandchildren: Cody, Lillie, Michelle, Travis, Chevie, Lylah, Anthony, Alyssa, Damian, Jayden, Natalie, Emily, Ahanya, Ellie, Everett, Riley, Luke, and Bailey.
Joyce M c Kinley, Winamac, Sister-in-law
Geneva M c Kinley, Winamac, Sister-in-law
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, and Some Cousins
Preceded in death by:
Helen (Pete) White, Sister and Brother-in-law
William “Billy” McKinley, Brother
Charles “Charlie” McKinley, Brother
Richard “Dick” McKinley, Brother
During the time she lived in Winamac, Ms. McKinley served as Worthy Advisor for the Rainbow Girls. She was a 50-year member of the Tippecanoe Chapter #96 OES. After moving to South Bend, she held a job in the security department at the former Robertson’s Department Store downtown. She then became a real estate agent and really enjoyed helping families find the perfect home. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was a member of the Relief Society. She loved coming to Winamac in August for the McKinley Cousins Reunion, and especially enjoyed connecting with family members she rarely got to see. She had made the reunion last year and was looking forward to it this August. Her grandkids and great-grandkids brightened her days. She will be dearly missed by all those who loved her.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, June 14, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. (Friday), at the funeral home. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Center for Hospice Care, 501 Comfort Place Mishawaka, IN 46545. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Marney N. Gust
May 6, 1934 to June 1, 2024
WINAMAC - Marney N. “June” Gust, 90, of Winamac passed away Saturday, June 1, at Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne.
He was born May 6, 1934 in Michigan City, to the late Marney W. and Mary E. [Radley] Gust. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957-59.
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| Marney Gust |
Survivors include:
Phyllis Colborne, Houston, TX, Sister
Janice Masterson, La Porte, Sister
Sherry Kahl, Houston, TX, Sister
Mary Dombkowski, Michigan City, Sister
Karen Itin, Michigan City, Sister
Fred Gust, Virginia, Brother
Dale Gust, Kingsford, Brother
Bob Gust, Michigan City, Brother
Ron Gust, Tennessee, Brother
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Wilma M. [Hancock] Fulwider Gust, Step-Mother
William Gust, Brother
Shirley Stark, Sister
Warren Gust, Brother
Carol Gust, Infant Sister
Dick Gust, Brother
Larry Gust, Brother
Donna Fulwider, Step-Sister
Jerry Fulwider, Step-Brother
Mr. Gust was retired from the Michigan City Water Department where he worked many years as a meter repairman. He was fondly known as “June” to his close friends and family, a nickname that began as “Junior.” He enjoyed gardening, tinkering and living on the Tippecanoe River. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
Mr. Gust requested to be an organ donor and that no services be held. Private burial will be at Oakridge Cemetery in Effingham, IL.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Shriners Hospital for Children or Riley Hospital for Children.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Joe E Markley
September 9, 1964 to May 31, 2024
WINAMAC - Joe E Markley, 59, of Winamac passed away at 5:20 p.m., Friday, May 31, at his home.
Born Sept. 9, 1964, he was the son of Donald and Margaret (Holland) Markley.
Survivors include his son Zach (Shannon) Markley of Michigan, brother Larry Markley of Peru and sister Melissa (Josh) Behny of Indianapolis.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Bart Thompson.
Mr. Markley was a skilled welder and worked in various industries throughout his life. During his free time, he enjoyed deer hunting, arrowhead hunting, riding his motorcycle, and was an avid collector of Jim Beam memorabilia.
A celebration of life gathering will be from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 8, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Pancreatic Association www.american-pancreatic-association.org.
Howard W. Cords
April 4, 1929 to May 30, 2024
MEDARYVILLE - Howard William Cords, 95, of Medaryville, passed away Thursday, May 30, at White Oak Health Campus in Monticello.
He was born in the family home near Francesville, on April 4, 1929 to the late William and Minnie [Kruger] Cords. He graduated from Medaryville High School in 1947. On June 29, 1968, he married Judith L. “Judy” Selmer, at St. John United Church of Christ near Medaryville. She survives.
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| Howard Cords |
Survivors also include:
Brian (Sharon) Cords, Medaryville, Son
Becky Cords, Muncie, Daughter
Jenna Cords, Granddaughter
Jaden Cords, Granddaughter
Merl Cords, Medaryville, Brother
Beverly (Bob) Stein, Winona, MN, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Leona (Don) Utterback, Sister
Irene Walter, Sister
Harry (Charlotte) Cords, Brother
Ralph Cords, Infant Brother
William and Hilda [Tetzloff] Selmer, In-laws
As a young boy, Mr. Cords helped his dad with the farming and continued farming for his lifetime, retiring in 2021. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1951-52 before being honorably discharged. He was honored to receive a Quilt of Valor in 2017. He was a lifelong member of St. James Salem United Church of Christ near Francesville. He bowled on several leagues and enjoyed going fox hunting with the guys. He enjoyed watching Purdue men’s basketball games on TV, playing a lot of Solitaire on the computer, and working in the shop. Howard and Judy enjoyed square dancing and going on bus tours as well as traveling to Arizona and Minnesota to see family. He was a loving husband, proud dad, and adoring grandpa. He delighted in all of their accomplishments and enjoyed attending all of their activities. Spending time with his family was a precious thing to do, and he dearly loved them all. He will be missed by many.
A funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 5, at St. James Salem United Church of Christ, Francesville with Pastor Bill McNabney officiating. Burial will be at St. James Salem Cemetery, Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be made to St. James Salem United Church of Christ or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville.
Carl A. DePoy
January 11, 1931 to May 30, 2024
WINAMAC - Carl A. DePoy, 93, of Brooksville, FL and Holland, MI, passed away Thursday, May 30, at Northbrook Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Brooksville.
He was born on Jan. 11, 1931 in Star City, to the late John W. and Helen E. [Williams] DePoy. He was a graduate of Star City High School and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War.
He is survived by:
John Stowell, Son
Rebecca Luevano, Daughter
Donald Stowell, Son
6 Grandchildren
6 Great-Grandchildren
JoAnn Wilson, Sister
Preceded in death by:
Donna [Mathie] DePoy Stowell Fryatt, First Wife
Ellyn L. [Geidena] DePoy, Second Wife
Amanda [Luevano] Cronk, Granddaughter
Robert E. DePoy, Brother
Vivian L. Henry, Sister
Richard N. DePoy, Brother
Alma J. Harper, Sister
Betty L. Olson, Sister
Mr. DePoy was retired from Clark Equipment Co. in Buchanan, MI where he worked as a purchaser.
A memorial dervice will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 12, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, with Donald Stowell officiating. Military honors will be conducted at the funeral home. Private entombment of cremated remains will be at Star City West Cemetery in Star City.
Memorial donations may be offered to Star City West Cemetery.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Mary L. Anderson
August 6, 1946 to May 30, 2024
WINAMAC - Mary Lee Anderson, 77, of Kewanna, passed away Thursday, May 30, at her home.
She was born Aug. 6, 1946 in Chicago to the late Thomas and Clara [Malleck] Tomczak.
She is survived by:
James (Jennifer Bushee) Lehnerer, Kewanna, Son
Mrs. Anderson requested no services be held.
Memorial donations may be made to the National Down Syndrome Society.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Sue C. Tuley
December 28, 1935 to May 28, 2024
WINAMAC - Sue C. Tuley, 88, of Winamac, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 28, at Hickory Creek in Winamac.
She was born Dec. 28, 1935 in Kewanna, to the late Charles E. and Mary Ellen [Felder] Hott. She graduated from Winamac High School in 1953.
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She is survived by:
Ronni (Dan) Newman-Kohlmeyer, Winamac, Daughter
Marcia Smith, Indianapolis, Daughter
Lynda (Keith) Hurlburt, Winamac, Daughter
Grandchildren: Josh (Robyn) Newman, Blake Newman, Bobby Jo (Guy) Rugg, Tonya (Dale) Brew-Pick, Whitney Brew, Dr. Brooke (Harley) Nelson, and Ryan (Marie) Hurlburt.
16 Great-Grandchildren
2 Great-Great-Granchildren
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Wesley Blane Tuley, Infant Son
Dr. Robert Hott, Brother
Nancy Curtis, Sister
Mrs. Tuley began her working career as a very successful beautician. She retired from the Pulaski County Public Library after many years of dedicated service. In her younger years, she cherished spending summer Sundays at “Culver Lake.” Throughout her life, she enjoyed square dancing and camping. In recent years, she had a lot of fun at the casino with family. She had a very giving heart and lived a life of kindness. She will be deeply missed.
Per Sue’s request, her body was donated to the Indiana University Anatomical Education Program. Private burial of cremated remains will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) where she will be laid to rest by her infant son, Wesley Blane.
Memorial donations may be made to Indiana University Anatomical Education Program or Hickory Creek.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
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