Obituaries

Elizabeth Felix

September 8, 1922 to March 29, 2012

FRANCESVILLE - Elizabeth Felix, 89, of Francesville, passed away at 5:40 a.m., Thursday, March 29, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville. 

She was born Sept. 8, 1922, in Gudurica, Yugoslavia, to the late Conrad and Anna Stager Felix. 

Survivors include: 
Eddie (Marilyn) Felix, Knox, Son & daughter-in-law 
Eva Fuerich, Austria, Sister 

Ms. Felix moved to the United States in 1954. She lived in the Chicago area until 1991. She was resident of Michigan City and Knox. She worked at Transo Envelope Co. in Chicago as a machine operator for 34 years. She felt blessed to spend the last three years of her life in the loving care of the staff and friends at Parkview Haven. 

A memorial service will be held at a later date. 

Memorial donations may be given to Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.

Daniel S. Emery

April 21, 1974 - March 22, 2012

KNOX - Daniel S. Emery, 37, of Denham passed away Thursday, March 22.

He was born April 21, 1974, in Knox.

Survivors include his mother, Barbara Emery O'Neill of Denham; daughter, Courtney Emery of Lafayette; stepdaughter, Ashley McGrew of Lafayette; brother, Matthew Young of Rochester; and sister, Rachel Isom of Rochester.

Funeral services will be at 12 noon, Monday (March 26), with visitation 2 hours prior to the service at the M.C. Smith Funeral Home. Interment will take place at Denham Cemetery.

Kenneth G. Reinhold

May 7, 1949 to March 20, 2012

WINAMAC - Kenneth G. "Biscuit" Reinhold, 62, Monterey, passed away at 12:40 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, at St. Vincent Medical Center, Indianapolis. 

He was born May 7, 1949, in Logansport, to Valentine Jr. and Esther Mack Reinhold. He married Karen Korth on Oct. 26, 2002 in Monterey. She survives.

Also surviving are:
Robert Kenneth (Rhonda) Reinhold, Culver, Son & Daughter-in-law
Ronald Scott (Kelly) Reinhold, Whiteland, Son & Daughter-in-law
Lindsey Van Horn, Gainesville, FL, Daughter
Joshua ( Lauren) Van Horn, Tipton, Son & daughter-in-law
Valentine Jr. and Esther Mack Reinhold, Monterey, Parents
Christine (Richard) Earp, Rochester, Sister & Brother-in-law
Fred (Elaine) Reinhold, Monterey, Brother & Sister-in-law
Michael Demonja, Grandson
Miles Anthony Demonja, Grandson
Reilly Reinhold, Granddaughter
Austin Reinhold, Grandson
Darian Reinhold, Granddaughter
Scotlynn Reinhold, Granddaughter
Zoie Butcher, Granddaughter
Jocie Van Horn, Granddaughter
Julianna Van Horn, Granddaughter
Several Nieces & Nephews

Mr. Reinhold was a member of Local 172 Plumbers and Pipe Fitters in South Bend, for 42 years. He worked on projects at Notre Dame, Monterey School and Culver Military Academy Library. He also worked at Arnett Concrete, Bremen High School and many other projects. He was a member of the FOP in Logansport and was president of the Monterey Breakfast Club. He was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed IU basketball. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. "Woof" will be missed by his friends.

Friends may call after 11 a.m., Saturday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m., (Saturday, March 24), at the funeral home with Rev. Nancy Foster officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be given to the ALS Foundation.

Virginia T. Elam

August 14, 1954 to March 16, 2012

WINAMAC - Viginia Therese Elam, 54, Winamac, passed away at 9:17 p.m., Friday, March 16, at her residence. 

She was born Aug. 14, 1957, in Chicago, to John and Charlotte Bennett Grubisich. She married Allen Elam. He preceded her in death.

Survivors include: 
6 Brothers & Sisters 
Several Nieces & Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Charlotte R. Bennett Grubisich, Mother 
John T. Grubisich, Father 

Mrs. Elam was an avid cook. She loved animals, especially her cats.

No services will be held. 

Vickie A. Bruce

March 5, 1957 to March 18, 2012

ROYAL CENTER - Vickie A. Branson Bruce, 55, of Star City passed away at 4:54 p.m., Sunday, March 18, at her residence.

She was born March 5, 1957 in Hammond, the daughter of Carl and Patricia Hurlburt Branson. On March 25, 1983, she married Daniel L. Bruce. He survives.

Also surviving are a son, Robert Bruce (Samantha) and daughter, Dana Marie Gilbert (Bob Reutebuch), all of Star City, mother, Pat Branson of Griffith, brother, Terry L. Branson (Tammy) of New Jersey and father- and mother-in-law, Edward and Donna Gates of Florida. She is also survived by grandchildren, Dorine Lynn, Dylan Cole, Haylee Marie, Lauren Elizabeth and Daniel James and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Leon Branson, brother, Carl Wayne Branson, paternal grandparents, William L. and Blanch N. (Ott) Branson, and maternal grandparents, Lovell J. and Frances C. (Engle) Hurlburt.

Mrs. Bruce was 1975 Graduate of Griffith High School, and earned a degree in interior design in 1977. She later returned to school and graduated from Purdue University in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in social services. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Winamac, Literacy Partners board of directors and the Indiana Head Start Association.

She dedicated her life to helping others and volunteering with the Relay for Life and Toys for Tots. She also served as Girl Scout Troop leader for 12 years and also worked as a literacy tutor since 1990. She was IPIN Parent Liasion, INSOURCE Regional Parent Advocate and worked at the Pulaski County Head Start, providing services, training and resources to local families since 1990. She was the proud mother of her children and beloved Nana to her grandchildren. She loved spending time with family and friends.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, at the First United Methodist Church, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., (Wednesday, March 21), at the church, with Pastor Matt Landry officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes, 304 S. Chicago St., Royal Center.

Charles Culp

October 25, 1925 to March 19, 2012

MEDARYVILLE - Charles E. Culp, 86, of Roselawn, formerly of Medaryville, died at 10 a.m., Monday, March 19, in the Autumn Hills Health and Rehab Center, Roselawn.

He was born Oct. 25, 1925, in Medaryville, to the late Charles Grover and Daisey Emma Lizenby Culp. He married Betty Jane Salyers on Aug. 4, 1994. She died in 2008.

Survivors include:
Many Nieces & Nephews

He was preceded in death by: 
Elizabeth Grace Owens Hartman, Sister 
Lucille Harriet Hartman, Sister 
Dale Otis Culp, Brother 

Mr. Culp was a member of the Medaryville Christian Church. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was also a member of the Medaryville American Legion and the FOE #2580 in Winamac. He was a "Sweet Heart."

Friends may call after 11 a.m., Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Wednesday, March 21), at the funeral home with Rev. Tom Dewlen officiating. Burial will be in Sutton Cemetery, Medaryville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be given to Autumn Hills Health and Rehab Center or to the charity of the donor's choice.