Obituaries

Marguerite H. Mohr

August 8, 1928 to May 3, 2022

WINAMAC - Marguerite H. “Midge” Mohr, 93, of Winamac, passed away at 9:06 a.m., Tuesday, May 3, at Hickory Creek in Winamac.

She was born Aug. 8, 1928 in New Troy, MI to Walter and Mabel Black Casto. She was a graduate of Buchanan High School. On July 1, 1949, she married William L. “Bill” Mohr in Monticello. He passed away on July 22, 2003.

Midge Mohr

She is survived by:
John (Rita) Mohr, South Whitley, Son
Mary (Kevin) Brown, North Judson, Daughter
Jim (Lynn) Mohr, Ft. Wayne, Son
Mollie (Bob) Podell, Taveras, FL, Daughter
Grandchildren: Melissa (Gabe) Hamelman, Michelle (Chris) Cahoe, Megan (Chris) Hittle, Annie Podell, Nick Podell, Josh (Holly) Mohr, Ben (Julie) Mohr, Kevin (Beth) Peters, and Amie (Dan) Laven.
24 Great-Grandchildren
Shirley (Gale) Reese, Plymouth, Sister
Howard (Anne) Casto, New Smyrna, TN, Brother
Linda (Ed) Bope, LaPaz, Sister
Vera Casto, Niles, MI, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Walter V. Casto Sr., Father
Mabel Black Casto Dowd, Mother
Everett Dowd, Step-Father
Walter V. Casto Jr., Brother

Mrs. Mohr was a member of the Winamac First United Methodist Church and Winamac VFW Auxiliary. She enjoyed bird watching as well as flower gardening and had a knack for making floral arrangements. She was a proud homemaker who loved caring for her family.

Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 7, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral Service will follow at 2 p.m. (Saturday), at the funeral home. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the Memorial Swinging Bridge Project. For more information or to donate online, please visit https://memorialswingingbridge.com/donate/. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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

Janice F. Stansberry

December 20, 1940 to April 30, 2022

WINAMAC - Janice Fay Stansberry, 81, of Star City, passed away Saturday, April 30, at Hickory Creek at Winamac.

She was born Dec. 20, 1940 in Valparaiso, to the late Dale and Mary Tilton Garling. On April 13, 1957 she married George Mack Stansberry in Rensselaer. He survives.

Janice Stansberry

She is also survived by:
Robbi (Marina) Stansberry, Monterey, Brother
Debbie (Robert) Wertz, Fort Wayne, Sister
George (Robin) Stansberry Jr., Pennsylvania, Son
Samantha Jean Hendon, Catiz, KY, Daughter
20 Grandchildren
Many Great-grandchildren and Great-great-grandchildren
Judy Pate, Wheatfield, Sister

Preceded in death by:
Tami Iverson, Daughter
Brian Stansberry Son
Stephani Iverson, Granddaughter
1 Sister
2 Brothers

A celebration of life event will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Online tributes may be offered www.frainmortuary.com.

Barry Day

May 29, 1979 to April 29, 2022

WINAMAC – Barry D. Day, 42, of Winamac, passed away Friday, April, 29, at Franciscan Healthcare in Indianapolis.

He was born May 29, 1979 in Monticello, to Kerry and Dana Ruhl Day. He was a 1998 graduate of Winamac Community High School where he was all-conference and Loganland in football. He was a state qualifier in wrestling his senior year of high school. He was a 10-year member of Pulaski County 4-H, and recently a member of the 4-H Council.

Barry Day

He is survived by:
Aiden Day, Winamac, Son
Brenna Day, Winamac, Daughter
Shailyn Day, Winamac, Daughter
Keenan Day, Winamac, Son
Lori Jones, Shipshewana, Fiancée
Kullen (Toni) Day, Winamac, Brother
Travis Day, Winamac, Brother
Jason (Kami) Ward Indianapolis, Step-Brother
Cole Minniear Killeen, Texas, Step-Brother
Abby (Larry) Musall Delphi, Step-Sister
Seth (Courtney) Minniear Galveston, IN, Step-Brother
Dana (Kathy Hamalian) Ruhl, Delphi, Mother
Kerry (Angela) Day, Monon, Father
Dean and Bonnie Deam Ruhl, Star City, Maternal Grandparents
Many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins

Preceded by:
Victor and Carol Brust Day, Paternal Grandparents
Jeremy Day, Cousin

Mr. Day was the Town of Winamac wastewater treatment superintendent. He is a member of the Star City United Methodist Church. He coached track, football and wrestling at Winamac schools. He enjoyed doing anything outside, including hunting, gardening, fishing, hiking and planting trees. He loved caring for his farm animals. He especially enjoyed watching his children play sports. He was a major ice cream enthusiast. He was extremely witty and never met a stranger. He could light up a room with his smile. Above all, he loved spending time with his family and friends. “There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone the light remains.”

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 4, at the Star City United Methodist Church; and one hour prior to services Thursday. The funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 5, at the church with Rev. Chris and Rev. Jodi Kosary officiating.

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

Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to help the family with funeral expenses

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Sandra Kay Weldy

May 16, 1947 to April 29, 2022

WINAMAC – Sandra Kay Weldy, 74, of Winamac, passed away Friday, April 29, at her home.

She was born May 16, 1947 in Logansport, to the late Joseph D. and Dorothy F. Morrison Ross. On June 28, 1996 she married Robert C. Weldy in New Orleans, LA. He survives.

Sandra Weldy

Also surviving are:
Kenan L. (Tom Weida) Mayhew, Pinellas Park, Fl, Daughter
Lisa (Rusty) Long, Pond Creek, OK, Daughter
5 Grandchildren: Paige (Ty), Lainie, Lillie, Isabella, Makaela
1 Great-grandson: Link
Carolyn (Michael) Teyner, Largo, FL, Sister

Preceded in death by:
Donna Ross, Sister

Mrs. Weldy had worked as a travel agent. She had owned travel agencies in Winamac and Logansport. She was known for the handmade and decorated cards she frequently sent to family and friends. She was a great baker, especially her pies. She enjoyed walks in the woods and spending time at the family cabin by the river. She will be remembered for her one-of-a-kind, spunky attitude.

A celebration of life event will be held from 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 7, at the Winamac VFW. Private burial will be at Winamac Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to American Heart Association or American Cancer Society.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Online tributes may be offered www.frainmortuary.com.

William A. Garten

October 17, 1947 to April 25, 2022

FRANCESVILLE - William A. “Bill” Garten, 74, of Francesville, passed away peacefully from complications of Parkinson’s Disease Monday, April 25, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac, surrounded by his wife and two longtime friends.

He was born Oct. 17, 1947 in Shelbyville, to the late William L. and Mary Andrews Garten. He graduated from Columbus High School in 1965 and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Indiana State University. On Aug. 31, 1968, he married his high school sweetheart, Jennifer J. “Jenni” Meyer in Columbus. She survives.

Bill Garten

He is survived by:
Jaina Jade Garten, Burlington, Granddaughter
Mariah Inomata, Japan, Granddaughter
Don (Debbie) Meyer, Florida, Brother-in-law
Many Nephews and Cousins

Preceded in death by:
Ashley N. Garten, Infant Daughter
Jeffrey A. Garten, Son
Frank and Mary Mobley Meyer, In-Laws

Mr. Garten began his 18-year career in education as an elementary teacher at Francesville Elementary School in 1970 and spent most of his career teaching history at West Central Middle/High School. In addition to teaching, he was a student council sponsor and coached baseball, basketball, football, as well as track & field. He also coached several championship Babe Ruth teams. After retirement, he owned and operated PT Monograms in Francesville for many years. He was an avid sports fan and proud supporter of West Central Athletics, St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Bears, and Purdue football/basketball. He enjoyed traveling the world with Jenni. He was a beloved grandfather. He enjoyed people and had a witty sense of humor.

No services will be held. Private burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation or West Central Athletic Department.

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

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

Robert Galbreath

April 8, 1952 to April 24, 2022

Robert Galbreath

ROYAL CENTER - Robert “Bob” Galbreath, 70, of Star City passed away at 2:23 p.m., Sunday, April 24, at his home. 

Born April 8, 1952 in Winamac, he was the son of the late Wilbur and Lorraine Hulverson Galbreath.  He was a retired U.S. Air Force veteran. 

Survivors include his wife, Marcia Caron Galbreath of Star City; and sons, Christopher Caron of Indianapolis and Jeffrey Galbreath of Lafayette.

He was preceded in death by brother, Larry Galbreath. 

Per Mr. Galbreath’s wishes, there will be no services. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center. 

Mr. Galbreath’s online guest book is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com