Obituaries

Theresa M. Marchesi

1960 to November 28, 2022

WINAMAC - Theresa M. Marchesi, 62, of Star City, passed away Monday, Nov. 28, in Winamac.

Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Charisse A. Dodds

August 1, 1966 to November 28, 2022

Charisse Dodds

WINAMAC - Charisse A. Dodds, 56, passed away Monday, Nov. 28 after a short illness. 

She was born Aug. 1, 1966 to the late Paul Thomas and Wilma Jean Dodds.

She is survived by her stepmother, Susan Dodds; her sister Suzanne Dodds; her brothers, Christopher and Jason Dodds; her aunt, Gay Bergman; her nieces, Michaela (Brant) Williams, Rebecca (Vince) Lange, and Leah Maldonado; her grandnephews, Cael Williams and Ellis Williams; as well as many cousins.

Burial will be next to her parents in the Spring of 2023 at Buck Cemetery in Thornhope,. 

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Tommy J. Bonnell

WINAMAC - Tommy Joe “Tom” Bonnell, 71, of Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, Nov. 27.

He was born Sept. 18, 1951 in Winamac, to the late Sherald L. “Shay” and Verla Glenn (Haselby) Bonnell. He was a 1969 graduate of Winamac Community High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in business from Ball State University. He married Sarah Lynn Hutchens, who preceded him in death.

Tom Bonnell

He is survived by sons, Shay (Angie) Bonnell, Domenick (Tiffany) Calabrese, Trent Bonnell and Travis (Jessica) Bonnell; his sister, Charlene (Jim) Planck; nephews Kevin and Corey Planck; nephews Jeff, Kent, and Brad Bonnell; nieces Cristy (Planck) Hankla, and Michelle J. (Bonnell) Grostefon. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Avery, Brady, Bowen and Briggs Calabrese; Audrey, Grant and Aspyn Bonnell; Carter and Connor Bonnell, and Ethan Lamar; a host of dear friends, grateful students, and a score of former employees of The Braun Corporation and Legend Valley Products/O’Brien Manufacturing.

Mr. Bonnell was dedicated to serving his family and his wife of 47 years. Known for his quick, dry wit and sense of humor, he was a dedicated and loyal soul who was happiest making memories with his family and friends. He absolutely loved enriching the lives of his grandchildren through his family’s genealogical records, as well as regaling them with stories of yesteryear in Pulaski County. He never passed on an opportunity to visit and share with his children and grandchildren, and appreciated his own quiet moments with family, oftentimes celebrating life with good barbeque and a small glass of Miller High Life. He was a longtime member of the Northern Indiana Power from the Past, Inc., and an avid collector of all things related to antique tractors and farm machinery, including toy antique tractors, and numerous full-size working models that he would often painstakingly restore to their original condition. When there was time to get away, he would make his way with his family to Lake Maxinkuckee or Bass Lake where many memories were made.

Mr. Bonnell will be honored and remembered as a parent, husband, colleague and friend. Services will be held at 4 p.m.,  Saturday, Feb. 18, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac with visitation two hours prior to services at the funeral home.  

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial donations be sent to the Community Foundation of Pulaski County, and designate the donation to the Sherald & Verla Bonnell Family Educational Fund. Donations may be made online, and dedicated to Tommy J. Bonnell.

Online condolences available at: www.frainmortuary.com

Donald V. Reinhold

March 4, 1931 to November 25, 2022

WINAMAC - Donald Vernon Reinhold, 91, of Winamac, died peacefully at 4:52 p.m., Friday, Nov. 25, surrounded by his three boys and other family members at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

He was born March 4, 1931, in Monterey, to the late Clarence and Grace [Hassenplug] Reinhold. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in June 1954. He married Ruby Doris Sprayberry on Aug.  21, 1954 in Oxford, AL. She preceded him in death.

Donald Reinhold

He is survived by:
Anthony (Sue) Reinhold, Valparaiso, Son
MM2 Randy (Rhonda) Reinhold, U.S. Navy Ret., Virginia Beach, VA, Son
Dr. Greg (Tina) Reinhold, Falls Church, VA, Son
Kirsten Penrose, Granddaughter
Christina Brown, Granddaughter
Randy W. Reinhold, Grandson
Derek (Danielle) Reinhold, Grandson
Corey Reinhold, Grandson
Elizabeth Reinhold, Granddaughter
10 Great-Grandchildren
Mary Hammond, Rensselaer, Sister
Florence John, Harlingen, TX, Sister
Betty Reinhold, Francesville, Sister-in-law
Sharon Reinhold, Sebring, FL, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Wilma Reinhold, Sister
Elden Reinhold, Brother
Clair Reinhold, Brother
Dr. Marion Reinhold, Brother
Howard Hammond, Brother-in-law

Mr. Reinhold and his wife returned to Indiana from Alabama and were lifelong residents of Pulaski County. He spent the majority of his professional work life in the farm machinery industry working with local farmers and their families across the state of Indiana (and beyond). He started with Allis Chalmers and Herb Hoch at Hoch Farm Supplies; from there he went green and worked with Gilsinger’s Farm Equipment, a John Deere dealership. He was a highly accomplished and nationally recognized salesman. He was a member of the American Legion and was formerly a 4-H adult leader for many years. He was a talented ballroom dancer with numerous awards, and he enjoyed bowling in several area leagues. Most of all, he enjoyed traveling to see his family.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 29, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. (Tuesday), at the funeral home with Chaplain Larry Phillips officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Pulaski County 4-H Fair, Pulaski Health Care Center Activities Fund, or Alzheimer’s Association.

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

Marjorie M. Thomas

May 25, 1923 to November 21, 2022

WINAMAC - Marjorie Mae Thomas, 99, of Winamac, passed away at 3:35 a.m., Monday, Nov. 21, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

She was born May 25, 1923 in Winamac to the late Harry and Lydia [Frieske] Freeman. She was a 1941 graduate of Center School in rural Winamac. After her high school graduation, she completed beauty college in South Bend. On Oct. 10, 1942, she married Robert M. Thomas. He passed away on June 2, 2004.

Marjorie Thomas

She is survived by:
Marshall Lee (Lesa) Thomas, Winamac, Son
Dean Allen (Diana) Thomas, Winamac, Son
Robert (Angela) Thomas, Grandson
Kathleen Thomas, Granddaughter
William Thomas, Grandson
Donald Thomas, Grandson
Monica (Chad) Kolish, Granddaughter
Joshua (Sherry) Thomas, Grandson
3 Great-Grandchildren
1 Great-Great-Granddaughter
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Dorothy Seidel, Sister
Olive Braun, Sister
Clara Ruth Rude, Sister
Mary Jane Sloderbeck, Sister
Paul Freeman, Brother
Marion Freeman, Brother
Vernal Freeman, Brother
Roger Freeman, Brother
Lloyd Freeman, Brother
George Freeman, Brother
Bill Freeman, Brother

Throughout the late 1950s and early 1960s, Mrs. Thomas and her husband were partnered with Thomas Brothers Shelling & Hauling. They farmed from 1962 until retirement. She loved spending time with her family and reading, as well as bird and wildlife watching.

A private graveside service will be held at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

June A. Button

June 15, 1946 to November 9, 2022

WINAMAC - June Alice Button, 76, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 9, .at Franciscan Health Hospital in Lafayette.

She was born June 15, 1946 in LaPorte, to Cecil Bryant and Clara Maxine [Radtke] Button. She attended Winamac Elementary School and graduated from Winamac High School in 1966. In her youth she was a member of Indiana Rural Youth, 4-H, and FHA. 

June Button

She is survived by her sister, Sharon J. Thompson of Columbus, Ohio; brother, James L. (Esther) Button of Stewart, Tenn.; Goddaughter and niece Jennie L. (James) Frederick; nieces: Tishia L. (Jon) Drummond, Kelly (Jeremy) Browning, Brandie (Kevin) Marcotte, Briana N. Marcotte, Alisha (Dave) Holder, Emily (Eric) Jones and nephews: Christopher Button, Bryant (Jill) Marcotte, Brenton Marcotte, Brock Marcotte, and Bronson (Nicole) Marcotte. She was also a great-aunt and a great-great-aunt.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Frances K. Marcotte; brother-in-law, Gail B. Thompson Jr. and her nephew Benjamin Marcotte.

Ms. Button’s first job out of high school was for Tee-Pak where she was a catcher and inspector. The company moved in 1978, so she went on to work at the Occupational Development Center as a receptionist while cooking at Canterbury Manor nursing home. She then worked at CETA in Pulaski County performing county highway cleaning and maintenance and later joined the team at the Shirt Shed where she worked as a printer. Throughout her adult life, she also spent time working as a home health aide. She was a sought-after caregiver who put her heart and soul into caring for her clients. This work was truly a passion for her.

She was a member of the Winamac Nazarene Church where she loved being a devotional, song and recreational leader and participant in cantatas and other productions. She was also an assistant leader of NYI. She loved for her extended family to enjoy the church productions.  She was a gifted cake baker and decorator. She was an avid traveler who embarked on many adventures in the U.S., Mexico and Europe. She was an active member of United Singles and the Red Hat Society. She was also a volunteer at Pulaski County Human Services where she helped found the Visually Impaired Persons Group. She was a community-driven person and truly loved people for who they were. She could always be relied upon if a friend or family needed an ear or a dose of honesty. She loved her family deeply and was lovingly known as “Junebug.”

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 19, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral services will follow at 2 p.m., (Saturday), at the funeral home with Pastor Martin Burns officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion-Franklin Twp. Cemetery in Winamac. 

Memorial donations may be made to American Diabetes Association.

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