Obituaries
Herbert Newman Sr.
November 20, 1929 to December 24, 2014
CULVER - Herbert Newman Sr., 85, of Culver died Wednesday, Dec. 24, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.
Herb was born Nov. 20, 1929 to John Allen and May (Warmbrod) Newma, one of six children. He married Norma (Good) Newman on Nov. 19, 1955. She preceded him in death in January 1994.
He is survived by sons John (Jeanne) of Winamac, Herbert Jr. (Janet) of Culver, Arthur (Melissa) of Winamac;
daughters Barbara (Warren) Penrod of Culver, Geri of Culver, Mary of Bennington, daughter-in-law Marilyn
(Edward) of Star City; 16 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren; sister Helen Samuelson of Plymouth, brother-in-law Norman Good of Fishers, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by son Edward, grandson Douglas, brothers Charles, Jesse, J Allen, and sister Lovina Wesson.
Mr. Newman worked on the family-owned dairy farm in Culver. He served in the Army in the post-World War II occupation of Germany and was involved in the atomic bomb testing in Nevada. He acted as the quartermaster of the Finney-Shilling VFW Post 6919 and was a member of Collins Tasch American Legion in Monterey and an honorary life member of the Knights of Columbus. During his early retirement, he was a frequent driver for the Culver-Union Township EMS.
Mr. Newman considered his greatest accomplishments to be raising seven children who grew up to be good people, volunteering in the community; and remaining married for 38 years. He loved and adored his family. He did not consider any episode in his life a disappointment and cited his kids and grandkids as the most important things in his life. When asked if there was anything he wanted to change in his life, he said no, because he had a complete satisfaction of his life. He spent most of his later years with family, friends and his beloved dogs.
Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Monday, Dec. 29, at the Odom Funeral Home. Father Jeff Largent will officiate a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 30, at St. Mary's of the Lake Catholic Church, Culver. Burial will follow at Zion Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Culver-Union Township EMS or the Marshall County Community
Foundation-Zion Cemetery Trust.
Walter J. Fox
May 8, 1921 to December 20, 2014
VALPARAISO - Walter J. Fox, 93, passed away peacefullySaturday, Dec. 20, at the VNA Hospice Center in Valparaiso.
Born on May 8, 1921, to the late Rudolph and Ella (nee McLochlin) Fox, he was raised on a farm in Star City.
He is survived by children: Connie "Susie" (Bill) Reese of Crown Point, Fred and Dennis Meyers of LaPorte, Brenda (Joe) Straight of New Carlisle, Brian (Jenny) Meyers of Valparaiso, Kandi (Carl) Taskey of Battle Ground, and adopted daughter Mary (David) Conners; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother Art (Sis) Fox of Winamac, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by two loving wives, Irene F. Meyers and C. Joy Meyers (nee Hyatte); five brothers; one sister; one daughter-in-law.
Mr. Fox served in World War II in Germany as an MP. He was a welder by trade but was forced to retire in 1969 due to an injury at his job. He was a member of the VFW Post 1728 in Winamac. He was best known for his high family values and passion for gardening.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 26, 20, at Dykes Funeral Home, 2305 N. Campbell St., Valparaiso. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 27, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Union Mills Cemetery, Union Mills.
Memorial donations may be made to VNA Hospice Center, Valparaiso.
Mary L. Hattabaugh
October 17, 1949 to December 29, 2014
FRANCESVILLE - Mary Lois Hattabaugh, 65, of Ft. Wayne, (formerly of Francesville) died at 8:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 29, at her home.
She was born Oct. 17, 1949 to the late William Newton and Esther V. Ballard Hattabaugh.
Survivors include:
Karen Sue (Marvin) Hartley, Rensselaer, Sister
William E. Hattabaugh, Rensselaer, Brother
Audrey Tinkle, Sister
Carol (Bob) Inman, Wolcott, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Paul Russel Hattabaugh, Brother
2 Nephews
Ms. Hattabaugh was disabled and lived most of her life in Ft. Wayne where she was cared for by many loving people over the years. Despite the challenges she faced, she did enjoy visits from family and doing artwork.
No services will be held. Mary will be laid to rest with her family at Osborne Cemetery in rural Jasper County.
Memorial donations may be made to ResCare of Ft. Wayne or Osborne Cemetery.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.
Terry L. Matthews
October 31, 1971 to December 24, 2014
WINAMAC - Terry Lee Matthews, 43, Winamac, passed away at 4:32 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 24, at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis.
He was born Oct. 31, 1971, in Hammond, to John and Reathey Flippo Matthews.
Survivors include:
John D. & Reathey M. Flippo Matthews, Winamac, Parents
Charles E. Matthews, Winamac, Brother
James W. Matthews, Leiters Ford, Brother
John D. Matthews Jr., Knox, Brother
Several Nieces & Nephews
Mr. Matthews was a former truck driver. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed time with his nephew. He enjoyed life. He will be sadly missed by his family.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Burial will be at the Alexander Heinemann Memorial Cemetery Ora.
Memorial donations may be given to the family to help with funeral expenses..
Paul L. Archer
February 4, 1957 to December 25, 2014
MEDARYVILLE - Paul L. Archer, 57, of Medaryville, passed away at 5:30 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 25, at his residence.
He was born Feb. 4, 1957, in Winamac, to the late Earl Wesley and Alladene Ruth Poisel Archer. He married Sheri Terpstra on July 6, 2013. She survives.
Also surviving are:
Destiny (Wesley) Hurley, Hamlet, Daughter
Brandy (Henry) Turner, Plymouth, Daughter
Karlie Archer, Granddaughter
Westin Hurley, Grandson
Bailey Turner, Granddaughter
McKayla Hurley, Granddaughter
Dennis (Betty) Archer, Indianapolis, Brother
Richard Archer, Knox, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Ronnie Warren, Chalmers, Best Friend
Arnold Neeley, Medaryville, Friend
Preceded in death by:
Donald Archer, Brother
Mr. Archer worked as a fork lift driver at VanGuard National Trailors in Monon. He was a member of the sons of the American Legion in Medaryville for seven years. He enjoyed playing golf, watching Jeopardy and fishing. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 2, 2015 at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 7 p.m., (Friday, Jan. 2), at the funeral home, with Chaplain Robert L. Rawlins officiating. Entombment will be at Independence Cemetery, Medaryville.
Memorial donations may be given to Jasper County Hospice .
Rodney D. Miller
October 15, 1971 to December 17, 2014
FRANCESVILLE - Rodney D. Miller, 43, of Lafayette, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 17, at St. Elizabeth East Hospital, Lafayette.
He was born Oct. 15, 1971 in Rensselaer, to Radie and Corleen Saylor Miller. He married Maria C. Forester on Nov. 29, 2014 in Lafayette. She survives.
Survivors include:
Coulton L. Miller, Peru, Son
Jordan L. Miller, Peru, Son
Austin T. Miller, Kyle, TX, Son
Corleen & Radie Miller, Medaryville, Parents
Randy D. Miller, Medaryville, Brother
Garrett M. Miller-Pickerman, Rensselaer, Nephew
Willie Miller, Rensselaer, Paternal Grandfather
Several Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins
Preceded in death by:
Mildred Miller, Paternal Grandmother
Irene & Sam Saylor, Maternal Grandparents
Mr. Miller grew up in Medaryville where he attended West Central High School. While in high school, he played football and wrestled. He received his GED and later attended Ivy Tech. He had worked at Monon Trailer for several years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He enjoyed singing karaoke. He was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. He was a kind and caring man. He will missed by those who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 23, at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be at Independence Cemetery, Medaryville.
Memorial donations may be given to Diabetes Association or Mental Health Association.
Donna G. Harper
July 29, 1932 to December 17, 2014
WINAMAC - Donna G. Harper, 82, of Longville, MN (formerly of Star City) died Wednesday, Dec. 17, at Chesterfield General Hospital in Cheraw, SC.
She was born on July 29, 1932 in Royal Center, to the late Lawrence Eugene and Glenne Wiseley Barker. She married Harold G. Harper on March 1, 1953 in Winamac. He survives.
Survivors include:
Terri (Murray) Garbett, Cape Coral, FL, Daughter
Toni (Ken) Sausman, Longville, MN, Daughter
Traci (Bob) Hardel, Kouts, Daughter
Richard Harper, Cape Coral, FL, Son
13 Grandchildren
8 Great Grandchildren
Francis "Gene" (JoAnn) Barker, Melbourne Beach, FL, Brother
Richard "Bud" (Donna) Barker, Seymour, Brother
Karen Sayler, Indiana, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Robert (Candy) Barker, Brother
Mrs. Harper graduated from Star City High School in 1950 and then St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in 1953. She received a bachelor's degree. She worked as a registered nurse at Pulaski Memorial Hospital for over 30 years. She retired in 1991. After retirement, she and her husband began spending their summers in Longville, and later their winters in Chesterfield, SC. She was a member of the Star City United Methodist Church. She enjoyed cro-knitting and had many interests including nature, especially fishing, flowers, trees, and hummingbirds. She was an avid reader and later listened to books on tape. She dedicated her life to the principles of nursing, helping others both in and out of the hospital. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Monday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., (Monday, Dec.22), at the funeral home with Rev. Ruth Waite officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac
Memorial donations may be given to Chesterfield County Hospice or Salvation Army or Star City United Methodist Church.
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