Obituaries

Robert P. Gutwein

April 19, 1937 to August 22, 2023

FRANCESVILLE - Robert P. “Bob” Gutwein, 86, of Francesville, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 22, at Franciscan Health Hospital in Rensselaer.

He was born April 19, 1937 in Francesville to the late Clarence P. and E. Jane [Snedeker] Gutwein. He graduated from Francesville High School in 1955 and was a proud member of the sectional championship basketball team that year. In 1956, he married Lois R. Ramey and they had two daughters. On April 3, 1976, he married Madge [Arnett] Allen. She passed away Sept. 21, 2022.

Bob Gutwein

He is survived by:
Kim (Blake) Wuethrich, Noblesville, Daughter
Kristy (Cary) Hoffman, DeMotte, Daughter
Donnie (Kay) Allen, Francesville, Son
Marsha (Jim) Minkert, Monticello, Daughter
14 Grandchildren – Tiara (Bill) Fairchild, Blair (Ryan) O’Reilly, Shawna (Cory) Reed, Nicolle (Danny) Legere, Dan (Holly) Nannenga, Sean Nannenga, Mandy Hoffman, Sara (Josh) Garcia, Wes Allen, Luke (Abby) Allen, Jordan (Elizabeth) Allen, Jeremy (Alexis) Minkert, Brooke (Jonas) Burgett, and McKinsey Minkert.
25 Great-Grandchildren
Donald (Judy) Gutwein, Phoenix, AZ, Brother
Richard (Pat) Gutwein, Phoenix, AZ, Brother
Douglas (Mary Lew) Gutwein, Cary, NC, Brother
Sharon Gutwein, Ankeny, IA, Sister-in-law
Helen Fay (Allyn) Onken, Francesville, Sister-in-law
Marvin (Lola) Arnett, Wheatfield, Brother-in-law
Orben Ritchie, Wheatfield, Brother-In-Law
Freeda Arnett, Medaryville, Sister-In-Law
Many nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by:
Craig Allen, Son
Miles W. Allen, Great-Grandson
Ronald Gutwein, Brother
Elsie Ritchie, Sister-in-law
Tom Arnett, Brother-in-law

Mr. Gutwein was a member of the Francesville First Christian Church and was a faithful Christian man who loved serving others and singing in the church choir. He was a longtime member of the Francesville Lion’s Club and Francesville Volunteer Fire Department. He had previously served on the Francesville Town Board. He enjoyed playing golf, especially playing in league at Moss Creek. He and Madge also enjoyed golfing trips with their friends. He was always a hard worker and a true entrepreneur. He co-founded Francesville Tire Company (FTC) and Blue Sea Blueberry Farms. Most recently, he was the owner and operator of Family Tree Company, also known as FTC. (He always said this was so he didn’t have to get new stationary.) He loved his family very much, especially spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 25, at Francesville First Christian Church; and one hour prior to services at the church Saturday. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 26, at the church with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Francesville First Christian Church.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville.

Susan J. Alexander

May 22, 1957 to August 21, 2023

WINAMAC - Sue Alexander, 66, of Winamac, passed away Monday morning, Aug. 21, in the home she made together with her husband of 45 years, Tim Alexander.

She was known by many names – Sue, Suzy, Suzy Q, Susan Jane, Saint Sue, Grandma, MawMaw and Mom – but she was born Susan Jane Hoffman on May 22, 1957. The daughter of Jim and Patty [Degner] Hoffman, she grew up on a farm along the Tippecanoe River south of Pulaski. She liked farm life, but she loved being around people more. She made friends easily and joined every club and sport she could, from 4-H to Sunshine Society to playing forward on Winamac’s first girls’ basketball team. She fell in love with her high school sweetheart, Tim Alexander, at the age of 16, and they were inseparable for the rest of their lives. He survives.

Sue Alexander

She is also survived by:
Megan (Chris) Wegner, Daughter
Jim (Katy) Alexander, Son
Mark (Janelle) Alexander, Son
Kolbey Wegner, Grandson
Kelsey Wegner, Granddaughter
Avery Wegner, Granddaughter
Zuma Alexander, Granddaughter
Mari Alexander, Granddaughter
George Alexander, Grandson
Nora Alexander, Granddaughter
Jude Alexander, Grandson
Sally (Steve) Butler, Sister
Samuel Hoffman, Brother
Sharon (Brian) Cords, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Jim and Patty Hoffman, Parents

Mrs. Alexander attended Purdue University, graduating with a degree in farm business management in 1979. Together, she and her husband returned to Winamac to start their own farm and family. Throughout the 1980s, they raised three children and managed a growing hog operation and grain farm. Sue worked as a farm loan officer at First Union Bank and held various positions at CFS and Eastern Pulaski schools before getting her real estate license and working as a real estate agent for Davis Select Realty, a career she loved and held for over 20 years.

In 1993, a fall from a farming accident broke Tim’s spinal cord, leaving him a quadriplegic unable to move from the shoulders down. The couple’s children at the time were ages 13, 10 and 4. The divorce rate following a spinal cord injury is three times higher than the average population due to the immense physical, emotional and mental strain of such a complicated disability, but the couple persevered and thrived, growing their family and their farm. For much of the 30 years since his injury, Sue was Tim’s primary caregiver, modeling unconditional love and sacrifice to all who knew her. In 2006, Sue was awarded the first-ever Purdue University Women in Agriculture Achievement Award presented by the Purdue Women in Agriculture Team and Indiana AgriNews to honor women who work tirelessly to contribute to entrepreneurial agriculture in Indiana.

Sue’s life was dedicated to serving others – her family, her friends, her clients and her community – usually in quiet and anonymous ways. She served as a board member of the Pulaski County Community Foundation, the FSA County Committee and as a volunteer for the Pulaski Animal Center (PAC). She loved her dogs, her horses, and any of God’s creatures – except for mice. She was terrified of mice. Most of all, she loved her family, especially her husband, her three children and their spouses, and her eight grandchildren. Family meant everything to her, and she meant everything to them, and while there wasn’t enough time, there was more than enough love.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 25, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, and one hour prior to services at the funeral home on Saturday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug.26, at the funeral home with Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will be at Tippecanoe Church Cemetery in Pulaski.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Animal Center or Tippecanoe Christian Church.

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

Joan M. Donald

October 20, 1945 to August 20, 2023

MEDARYVILLE - Joan M. Donald, 77, of Medaryville (formerly of Gary), passed away Sunday, Aug. 20, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

She was born Oct. 20, 1945 in Mishawaka, to the late Harry O. and Opal L. [Brown] Hively. On Dec. 7, 1974, she married Don L. Donald in Gary. He survives.

She is also survived by:
3 Siblings: Pamela, Vivian and Michael

Mrs. Donald was a retired school bus driver for Gary schools.

Private burial will take place at White Post Cemetery in Medaryville.

Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com

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

Carl T. Marcyjanick

August 6, 1937 to August 18, 2023

ROYAL CENTER - Carl T. Marcyjanick, 86, of Monterey passed away at 10:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 18, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

Born Aug. 6, 1937 in East Chicago, he was the son of the late Theodore and Martha (Rogala) Marcyjanick.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Kathleen Marcyjanick and sons, Christopher Marcyjanick of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and Eric Marcyjanick of Monterey.

Mr. Marcyjanick was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and he retired from Bethlehem Steel.

Per his wishes there will be no services.

Dr. Robert E. Hott

June 1, 1932 to August 16, 2023

WINAMAC - Dr. Robert “Bob” Eugene Hott D.D.S., 91, of Kokomo (formerly of Kouts), passed away suddenly Wednesday, Aug. 16, at his residence.

He was born June 1, 1932 at the family home place in rural Winamac, to the late Charles Earl and Mary Ellen [Felder] Hott. He graduated from Winamac High School in 1950 and earned a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University in 1954. He married his high school sweetheart, Haroldean R. Schiesser, on June 5, 1954.

Dr. Robert Hott

He is survived by:
Dr. Steven (Mary) Hott, Kokomo, Son
Jeffrey (Lori) Hott, Winamac, Son
Heather (Alex) Hott Ostrowski, Granddaughter
Tim (Lopa) Hott, Grandson
Dillon (Maria) Hott, Grandson
Amber Hott Balcomb, Granddaughter
Michael Hott, Grandson
Shawn (Jessi) Hott, Grandson
Stefanie (Matt Fischer) Hott, Granddaughter
Several Great-Grandchildren
Sue Hott Tuley, Winamac, Sister
Numerous Nieces and Nephews and their families

Preceded in death by:
Gregory G. Hott, Son
Nancy Hott Smith Curtis, Sister

After graduating from the Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis in 1958, Dr. Hott served two years in the U.S. Army Dental Corps. He achieved the rank of captain and was honorably discharged on April 20, 1964. He practiced general dentistry in Kouts for 50 years until his retirement at age 80.

Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 20, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. (Sunday), at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (Town Addition) in Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Shirley F. Dunkel

April 6, 1947 to August 14, 2023

WINAMAC - Shirley F. Dunkel, 76, of LaGrange, passed away Monday, Aug. 14, at her home, surrounded by family.

She was born April 6, 1947 at the family farm in rural Winamac, the daughter of Berl L. and Fern Fay [Roberts] Stout. She attended Pulaski Grade/High School. On Sept. 3, 1988, she married James A. “Jim” Dunkel in LaGrange. He survives.

Shirley Dunkel

She is also survived by:
Brian K. “Keithy” Jones, Topeka, Son
Leslie M. Williams-Lettsome, Oceanside, CA, Daughter
Bryce A. Jones, Grandson
Brandon A. Jones, Grandson
Bailey E. Jones, Grandson
Kaitlyn C. (Daniel) Arseneau, Granddaughter
Casey N. (Patrick McBarnes) Williams, Granddaughter
Timothy D. Williams, Grandson
3 Great-Grandchildren: Braxton, Mia and Parker
Lovilla June Tetzloff, Howe, Sister
Leroy (Maggie) Stout, Star City, Brother
Carol Pinks, Winamac, Sister
Mark (Sherry) Stout, Star City, Brother
Devon Stout, Star City, Brother
Carol Stout, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Leslie E. Jones, Former Husband
Michael E. Jones, Son
Arnold Levon Stout, Brother
Darlene Kay (Charles Jr.) Johns, Sister
Ruth Elaine (Bill) Oliver, Sister
Lowell Thomas Stout, Brother
Roberta Jo (Donald Sr.) Johns, Sister
George Burley (Edris) Stout, Brother
Hugh Tetzloff, Brother-in-law
Charles Pinks, Brother-in-law
Bonnie Stout, Sister-in-law
Doug Stout, Nephew

Mrs. Dunkel worked at Ohio Table Pad Co. in LaGrange for many years until retirement. She enjoyed reading, going on walks, and spending time with her family. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 18, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 19, at Bell Center Bible Church (11971 E. SR 16), Burnettsville with Pastor Ed Roller officiating. Burial will be at Koster Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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