Obituaries

Barbara T. Sandhage

August 16, 1933 to July 24 2019

GREENSBURG - Barbara Teresa Sandhage, 85, of Westport, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 24, at Aspen Place, Greensburg.

She was born Aug. 16, 1933 near Duncombe, IA to Henry J. and Mary A. (Naderman) Stuhrenberg. She attended Immaculate Conception and Napoleon schools. She married Kenneth P. Sandhage on Sept. 6, 1958 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Millhousen, IN, and they were happily married for over 60 years.

She is survived by her seven children: Dr. Kenneth H. (Catherine) Sandhage of Lafayette; Karen A. Martin of Danville, IN; Fr. Martin J. Sandhage of Lake Village, IN; Mary E. (Douglas) Rice of Jamestown, IN; Gregory J. Sandhage of Greenwood; Richard A. (Susan) Sandhage of Lafayette; and Victor E. (Jennifer) Sandhage of Kirkwood, MO. She is also survived by her two sisters: Rosemary Maschino of North Vernon; and Sr. Bernetta Stuhrenberg, O.S.F. of Oldenburg, IN.

Additionally, she is survived by her grandchildren: Eryn (John) Kindelin of Hilliard, OH; Sarah Rice of Lafayette; Kyle Sandhage of Chicago; Christopher Sandhage of New Albany, OH; Harrison (Kimberly) Martin of Fort Wayne; Adam Rice of Whitestown; Lillian Martin of Plainfield; Emma Rice of Jamestown, IN; Jackson Sandhage of Kirkwood, MO; and Abigail Sandhage of Kirkwood, MO. She recently became a great-grandmother to Henry Kindelin of Hilliard, OH.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Albert Stuhrenberg; three sisters, Sr. Margaret Mary Stuhrenberg, O.S.F.; Sr. M. Henriette Stuhrenberg, O.C.S.O.; and Mary Ann Wenning. 

After living in Kokomo, for 33 years, Mrs. Sandhage and her husband moved to her family farm near Millhousen, IN in 1995. She enjoyed, and was renowned for her skills at needlework and baking. She was often asked to bake her cherry pie for gatherings of family and friends.

Family and friends will gather at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, July 28, at the Porter-Oliger-Pearson Funeral Home in Greensburg to pray the rosary. Visitation will follow until 5 p.m. at the funeral home. The family will also receive friends from 10 a.m. until the funeral mass at 11 a.m., Monday, July 29, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Millhousen. Interment will be at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, Millhousen.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Cemetery Fund.

Local announcement provided by Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Courtney L. Anglim

June 19, 1968 to July 16, 2019

WINAMAC - Courtney Lewis Anglim, 51, of Winamac (formerly of Phoenix), passed away Tuesday, July 16.

He was born June 19, 1968 in Mauston, WI and was baptized in the Catholic Church.

He is survived by: 
Anni Faith Anglim, Winamac, Daughter 
Cole Lewis Anglim, Winamac, Son 
Jayden Quinn Anglim, Winamac, Son 
Linda Halitzka Anglim, Winamac, Mother 
Terrence (Rita) Anglim, Glendale, AZ, Father 
Terri (John) Anderson, North Judson, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Christy Lee Anglim, Twin Sister 

Mr. Anglim worked most of his life as a welder, but was truly a jack of all trades. He was a loving father and enjoyed spending time with his three children. He will be sadly missed.

No services will be held.

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

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac. 

Kathryn S. Bradley

November 4, 1958 to July 13, 2019

KEWANNA - Kathryn S. “Kathy” Bradley, 60, of Kewanna passed away tragically from a house explosion at her residence on Saturday morning July 13.

She was born Nov. 4, 1958 in Anderson. She was a Mentone High School graduate. On April 10, 1997 she married Kenneth D. “Kenny” Bradley. He survives.

Survivors also include her mother, Carol Ecker (Jim) of Florida; children, Michael Craft of Macy, Christina McVay (Kevin) of Rochester, Loni Mayse of Wisconsin, Eric Bradley of Kewanna, Amanda Bradley of Monticello and Melissa Leed of Plymouth; brothers, Jeff Ecker (Carla) of Florida and Terry Pine (Connie) of Winamac; and sisters, Rebecca Bosnak of Tennessee, Barb Squires (Ron) of Florida, Julie Hamilton (Dan) of Lapaz and Marianne LaRou (Andy) of Michigan. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Debbie and brothers, Billy and Doug.

Mrs. Bradley was a former bartender at Diamond Lills Tavern in Winamac and Cooters Bar in Star City. She loved spending time with her family and all her pets.

A celebration of Kathy’s life will be at 4 p.m., Sunday, July 28, at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory in Kewanna with visitation from 2 p.m. until the time of the service. Pastor Wanda Carter will officiate. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pulaski County Humane Society and/or the Kewanna Volunteer Fire Department.

Bud Rearick

April 25, 1962 to July 15, 2019

KEWANNA - Bud Rearick, 57, of Monterey passed away unexpectedly at 3:12 p.m., Monday, July 15, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lafayette.

Born on April 25, 1962 in Knox, he was the son of the late Carson and Rosemary (Braun) Rearick. He served in the National Guard for over 11 years. On May 16, 1992 he married Tammy L. Walters. She survives.

Survivors also include children, David Rearick of Winamac, Angel Rearick of DeMotte, Carson Rearick (Jennifer) of DeMotte, Rachel Rearick (Phillip McCarty) of Knox, Justin Rearick of Winamac and Alecia Rearick (Will Arnett) of Winamac; sisters, Bunny Decker (Don) of Winamac, Lavonda Spoor (Tom) of Monterey and Tania Bradley of Winamac; and grandchildren, Iszick Rearick, Aubriegh Rearick, Emmylee Rearick, Malachi Wolfe, Ezekiel Wolfe, Theodore Wolfe III and Elijah Wolfe.

He was also preceded in death by brother-in-law, Harold Bradley.

Mr. Rearick was employed at Galbreath Industries in Winamac. He was a member of Church of the Heartland, Winamac. He enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing, riding his motorcycle and watching the Indianapolis Colts play.

A celebration of life service will be at 5 p.m., Saturday, July 20, at the Church of the Heartland, with visitation from 2 p.m. until the time of the service.

Memorial donations may be made to Biker Church of the Heartland.

Friends and family may sign the online guestbook or leave a condolence for the Rearick family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes and Crematory, Kewanna.

Mildred L. Clauss

July 21, 1927 to July 21, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Mildred L. "Millie" Clauss, 92, of Francesville, passed away Sunday, July 21, at Franciscan Health Lafayette East Hospital.

She was born July 21, 1927 in Francesville to the late Benjamin and Sarah Kuebler Anliker. She graduated from Wolcott High School in 1945. On Feb. 20, 1946, she married Robert E. Clauss in Wolcott. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by: 
Coleen Culp, Decatur, Daughter 
Roberta (Duane) Pilotte, Wolcott, Daughter 
Mary Lou (Tom) Dexter, North Richland Hills, TX, Daughter 
Jim Schwartz, San Diego, CA, Son-in-law 
13 Grandchildren: Shawn Culp, Eric (Trudy) Culp, Benjamin (Tonya) Culp, Jennifer (Chris) Sewell, Kyle (Ashley) Culp, Robert (Carrie) Schwartz, Mark (Heather) Schwartz, Chris Schwartz, Nick (Niki) Pilotte, Miranda (Jason) Farmer, Kara (Todd) Bradford, Drew Dexter and Heidi (Jeremy) Hans. 
21 Great-Grandchildren 
Earl (Elizabeth) Anliker, Winamac, Brother 
Eleanor Bogart, Francesville, Sister 
Wilma Clauss, Lafayette, Sister-in-law 
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Sandra Schwartz, Daughter 
Gabriel Schwartz, Great-Grandson 
Emma Jean (Oliver) Stieglitz, Sister 
Charles (Margaret) Anliker, Brother
James Bogart, Brother-in-law 
Marvin (Lorrene) Clauss, Brother-in-law 
Paul Clauss, Brother-in-law 

Mrs. Clauss and her husband lived in Wolcott for many years where they farmed, milked cows and raised their family. She was an active member of the Apostolic Christian Church. Over the years, she had taught Sunday school and Vacation Bible School at the Remington church. She enjoyed Sewing Circle and volunteering at Parkview Haven. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She especially enjoyed "entertaining" the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Friday, July 26, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville; and one hour prior to services Saturday at the church. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 27, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Harvest Call or Humanitarian Distribution Center.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Kenneth L. Holbrook

February 6, 1951 to July 18, 2019

WINAMAC - Kenneth L. "Kenny" Holbrook, 68, of Winamac, passed away at 9:40 a.m., Thursday, July 18, at Franciscan Health Lafayette East Hospital.

He was born Feb. 6, 1951 in Indianapolis, to the late Cash and Vivian Tuley Holbrook. He graduated from Winamac High School in 1969. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. On Sept. 11, 1976, he married Anne Schmicker at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac. She survives.

He is also survived by: 
Jennifer (Jay) Johnson, Francesville, Daughter 
Abigail Johnson, Francesville, Granddaughter 
Darl (Pam Viktora) Holbrook, Winamac, Brother 
Mildred "Millie" Schmicker, Winamac, Mother-in-law 
Tom (Mary Beth) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother-in-law 
Tim (Rochelle) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother-in-law 
Ted (Erin Brugh) Schmicker, Logansport, Brother-in-law 
Tobe Schmicker, Winamac, Brother-in-law 
Lenora (Doug) Hoover, Star City, Sister-in-law 
Tony (Michelle) Schmicker, Crossville, TN, Brother-in-law 
Todd (Michelle) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother-in-law 
John (Kelly) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother-in-law 
Mary (Marc) Schultz, Ft. Wayne, Sister-in-law 
Rob (Teri) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother-in-law 
Danny (Gina Sowder) Schmicker, Buffalo, Brother-in-law 
Teresa (Todd Fleece) Wallace, Marion, Sister-in-law 
Many Nieces, Nephews and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Barbara Jo "Bobby Jo" Holbrook, Sister 
James and Grace Trapp Tuley, Maternal Grandparents 
Isom and Lula Allen Holbrook, Paternal Grandparents 
Robert "Bob" Schmicker, Father-in-law

Mr. Holbrook was a member of the Winamac VFW Post #1728 and St. Peter's Catholic Church in Winamac. As owner of Holbrook's Market, he found great joy in interacting with the customers he served. He was a hard worker and took great pride in a job well done. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially camping, gardening and grilling out. He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed watching sports on TV. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially being "Grampa" to Abigail. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m., Sunday, July 21, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Monday, July 22, at the funeral home with Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

In memory of Mr. Holbrook, donations may be made to Winamac VFW Post #1728, or the family requests that trees or flowers be planted in honor of his love for nature.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Joseph L. Materna

October 14, 1941 to July 14, 2019

NORTH JUDSON - Joseph L. Materna, 77, Winamac, died Sunday, July 14, at Porter Regional Hospital, Valparaiso.

He was born Oct. 14, 1941, in Winamac to the late Joseph and Margaret Lewandowski Materna. He graduated from North Judson High School in 1959.

He is survived by his sister, Shirley Mosher of North Judson; a daughter, Michele (Ryan) Bradley of Knox; five step-grandchildren, Ryan Jr., Josh, Krista, Danny and Nathaniel; a son Eric (Brandy) Materna of North Judson and four grandsons, Daulton, Dylan, Eric Kale and Brady Materna.

Mr. Materna retired from the U. S. Postal Service in 2000, working at the North Judson
location for over 40 years. He was an avid reader, and loved to spend time outdoors, especially gardening. He also enjoyed time with his loved ones. He had a passion for photography and older model cars.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. (CT), Thursday, July 18 at O'Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. (CT), Friday, July 19, at the funeral home with Pastor Larry Clemons officiating. Burial will be at Highland Cemetery, North Judson.