Obituaries

Sharon R. Witt

August 1, 1943 to January 24, 2020

FRANCESVILLE - Sharon R. Witt, 76, of Sebring, Fla. (long-time resident of Francesville), passed away Friday, Jan. 24.

She was born Aug. 1, 1943 in Culver, to the late Lawrence and Martha Welch Lindvall. She married Norman Witt in 1962, and they owned Witt Insurance Agency in Francesville. He died in 2016.

She is survived by:
Rebecca (David) Baker, Daughter
Allen (Jane) Witt, Son
5 Grandchildren: Christopher Baker, Nathan (Hannah) Baker, Lauren Baker, Sarah Witt and Emma Witt.
Janet Lindvall, Sister-in-law
Barb Donley, Sister-in-law
John Banning, Brother-in-law
Dorajean Keller, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Larry Lindvall, Brother
Doug Lindvall, Brother
Marsha Banning, Sister

Mrs. Witt and her husband were married for 53 years. They were both very active in the community for over 35 years. She enjoyed living in Sebring, FL for the past 20 years and never knew a stranger. She loved to dance, socialize, and enjoyed the warm sunshine. She always had a smile and will be missed.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date this summer. Private entombment will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

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

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

Debra K. Widner Walter

February 4, 1967 to January 22, 2020

FRISCO CITY, AL - Debra Kay Widner Walter, 52, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 22, at her home in Goodway, AL.

She was born Feb. 4, 1967. She was a 1986 graduate of Winamac Community High School. She was a resident of Goodway, AL for the past four years.

She is survived by her husband, Ralph E. Walter of Goodway, AL; her father, Francis "Bud" Widner and wife, Lois of Winamac; her mother, Barbara Hardy of Royal Center; her daughter, Starlett Widner of Valparaiso; three stepdaughters, Karie Walter of Huxford, AL, Kelie Stabler of Franklin, AL and Kimberlee Walter of Goodway, AL; two brothers, Frank Widner and wife, Kim of Winamac, and Fred Widner and wife, Jeannette of Monticello; two stepsisters, Janice Minix of Winamac, and Sharon Nielsen of St. Paul, IN; three stepbrothers; and four step-grandchildren.

Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 24, from 11a.m. to 12 noon, at Monroe Chapel Funeral Home, Frisco City, AL.

Monte L. Day

April 13, 1941 to January 23, 2020

WINAMAC - Monte Lynn Day, 78, of Star City (formerly of Okeechobee, FL), passed away at 6:49 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 23, at his home.

He was born April 13, 1941 in Star City, to the late Wayne L. and Minnie Mae Moncel Day.

He is survived by:
Evelyn Pitcher, Star City, Life Partner
Diana Lincoln, Star City, Daughter
Laura Hull, Star City, Daughter
Sandy Day, Ohio, Daughter
Mona Gibbs, Las Vegas, NV, Daughter
Dennis Pitcher, Winamac, Son
James Pitcher, Waco, TX, Son
Irene Surma, Eupora, MS, Daughter
18 Grandchildren
32 Great-Grandchildren
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Monica Lynn Day, Daughter
Melinda Day, Daughter
Carla Hull, Daughter
Eugene Perkins, Son
Larry Day, Brother
Victor Day, Brother
Billy Day, Brother
Jeanette Marjorie Tomlinson, Sister

Mr. Day was a laborer at RCA in Monticello for 18 years. He worked at Walmart in Monticello, Rochester, and Okeechobee, Fla. for 11 years. He enjoyed racing Weedwacker tractor pullers. He loved going to flea markets. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.

Private burial will be at a later date

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

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

William H. Case

August 3, 1955 to January 24, 2020

WINAMAC - William Howard “Bill” Case, 64, of New Buffalo, MI, passed away at 4:24 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24, at the home of his sister in Winamac.

He was born Aug. 3, 1955 in Michigan City, to the late Willard Duane and Carolyn B. Specha Case.

He is survived by:
Willard Neal Case, Knox, Brother
Richard Allen ( Edna) Case, Arlington, WA, Brother
Barbara A. (Jerry) Crosby, Winamac, Sister
Several nieces and nephews

Mr. Case worked as a carpenter most of his life. He enjoyed woodworking. He made lawn furniture, picnic tables and picture frames. He also made shelves and other wooden items. He enjoyed morning coffee with his friends in New Buffalo and going to flea markets. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his great niece.

A private family burial will take place at a later date.

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

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Dean A. Gudeman

August 25, 1927 to January 20, 2020

FRANCESVILLE - Dean A. Gudeman, 92, of Monticello (formerly of Medaryville), passed away at 12:20 a.m., Monday, Jan. 20, at his residence, surrounded by his family.

He was born Aug. 25, 1927 in Francesville, to the late Albert and Eliza Getz Gudeman. He graduated from Francesville High School in 1945. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War, stationed at Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, CA. On March 30, 1952, he married Helen Klopfenstein in Bremen. They were married for 67 years. She survives.

He is survived by:
Susan (Jeff) Braun, Monticello, Daughter
Gary (Doreen) Gudeman, Medaryville, Son
11 grandchildren: Andrea (Casey) McVicker, Nathan (Amy) Braun, Alyssa (Dan) Kreitl, Lindsey (Joshua) Jay, Jared (Loren) Gudeman, Lauren (Evan) Haupert, Philip Gudeman, Jonathan Gudeman, Ben Stelly, Marissa (Cameron) Smith, and Sidney Stelly.
16 Great-Grandchildren
 Judy Gudeman, Monticello, Sister
Kathleen Schrock, Tyler, TX, Sister
Jean Gudeman, Tucson, AZ, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: Albert
Steve Gudeman, Son
Karen Gudeman, Daughter
Stanley Gudeman, Brother
Bill Schrock, Brother-in-law

Mr. Gudeman was a lifelong farmer, having started his own farm after returning from the service. He farmed in the Francesville and Medaryville areas where he established a loving home for his wife and four children. He enjoyed close interaction with each of his grandchildren. He loved his Lord and Savior and was a true man of God. He faithfully attended church with his family. He enjoyed singing and sang in different men’s quartets. He also served in various roles in his church. During his lifetime, he was a former member of the Apostolic Christian Church and Milroy Bible Church. He was currently a member of the Francesville First Baptist Church. His family appreciated his Christian example.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 24, at the funeral home with Pastors Dennis Gutwein and Nathan Braun officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to Gideons International.

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

LuAnn Cohn

May 10, 1954 to January 16, 2020

KEWANNA - LuAnn Cohn, 65, of Kewanna passed away at 2:35 a.m., Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

Born May 10, 1954 in Gary, she was the daughter of the late William and Lucille Martin Long. She was a 1972 graduate of Edison High School in East Gary. On Dec. 5, 1998 she married Harold “Hal” Cohn. He survives.

Also surviving are children, Sean (Rebecca) Connors of Bloomington, William (Jamie) Connors of Hobart; step-son, Nick Cohn of Murfreesboro, Tennessee; and grandchildren, Devin Connors, Ean Connors, Abbey Connors, Tobias Connors and Keaton Connors.

Mrs. Cohn was formerly the pastor at Burton Richland Center United Methodist Church. She was a volunteer of the Walk to Emmaus, the Great Banquet retreats, Chosen Children Ministries of South Carolina and a former CASA volunteer. Her hobbies included crocheting and reading. She especially enjoyed her mission trips with Chosen Children Ministries. She was an avid prayer warrior. She was also an avid Chicago Blackhawk fan. Her greatest accomplishments were raising three boys and spending time with her grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 19, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Metzger Chapel, 123 E. Main St., Kewanna; and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Jan. 20, at Kewanna United Methodist Church with Pastor Darren Williams officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Mrs. Cohn to Chosen Children Ministries, 9420 Asheville Highway, Inman, South Carolina 29349. www.ccm.life.