Obituaries

Ronald E. Granato

March 31, 1944 to May 31, 2019

WINAMAC - Ronald Edward Granato, 75, of Winamac, passed away Friday, May 31, at his residence.

He was born March 31, 1944 in Monessen, PA to the late Albert F. and Alma E. Farley Granato. On Dec. 16, 1964 he married Darlene L. Chalfant in Crown Point. She survives.

He is survived by: 
Chad E. (Janet) Granato, North Judson, Son 
Todd C. (Stephanie) Granato, North Judson, Son 
Brian S. (Kimberly) Granato, Wheatfield, Son 
9 Grandchildren 
4 Great-grandchildren 
Sheila Sakialk, Rochester, Sister 
Albert (Joan) Granato, Coal Center, PA, Brother 
David (Shirley) Granato, Coal Center, PA, Brother

He was preceded in the death by: 
2 Sisters, Niomi and Alma Jean

Mr. Granato was a dedicated husband, calling his wife with whom he had spent 54 years his "one and only." He raised his children with as much love and dedication as to all his endeavors. He found happiness through sacrifice, first serving his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, then continuing his service to the country as a trustee for the Fraternal order of the Eagles and as a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was an accomplished steel worker, retiring from U.S. Steel after 37  years of commitment and hard work where he completed apprenticeships for both boilermaker and iron worker.

He was an avid outdoorsman whose love of nature could only be surpassed by that of his family, in whom he fostered an equal affinity for hunting and fishing. His summers were spent on the Tippecanoe River floating with family and friends, praising their success and supporting them in heartache. He was always there for family when he could be and also for those he loved. For that he will always be in our thoughts. We will miss you, Ron. Go Pittsburg Steelers.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 5, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A memorial service will follow at 7 p.m., at the funeral home with Pastor Billy Bope officiating. Military honors will be conducted at the funeral home following services.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

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

Charlene A. Stephenson

October 2, 1953 to May 19, 2019

WINAMAC - Charlene Ann Stephenson, 65, of North Judson passed away at 1:24 p.m., Sunday, May 19, at Porter Regional Hospital in Valparaiso.

She was born Oct. 2, 1953 to the late Herman Charles and Bernice Adeline Bebensee Stephenson. She graduated from North Judson High School in 1973.

She is survived by: 
Margaret Able, Niece 
Marla (Jay) Nine, Niece 
Jason (Bridgett) Groves, Great-Nephew 
Amanda (Jeff) Cerino, Great-Niece 
Kourtney (Odis) Fitch, Great-Niece 
Mercedes Nine, Great-Niece 
Ryan Fochler, Great-Nephew 
Kendall Nine, Great-Niece, 
Randi Nine, Great-Niece 
Ethan Figard, Great-Nephew 
Taija Figard, Great-Niece 
Salem Fitch, Great--Nephew 
Kayelee Fitch, Great-Great-Niece

Preceded in death by: 
Marlin Glenn Phipps, Brother 
Diane Kay Stephenson, Sister 
Avian Ray Fulmer, Infant Great-Great-Nephew 
Vaughn Christian Figard, Infant Great-Great-Nephew

Ms. Stephenson had worked at American Oak in North Judson. She enjoyed BINGO, crosswords, puzzles and crafts. She was a sweet lady with a big heart. Her smile was infectious. She will be dearly missed.

No services will be held.

Private burial will take place at Round Lake Cemetery, Knox.

Memorial donations may be made to Peaceable Primate Sanctuary (6451 N. 800 W. Winamac, IN 46996).

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. 

Donald E. Davis

October 5, 1938 to May 29, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Donald Emerson Davis, 80, of Francesville, passed away Wednesday, May 29, at Franciscan Health Lafayette East Hospital.

He was born Oct. 5, 1938 in Amboy, to the late Herman and Eva Bowland Davis. He graduated from Francesville High School and served in the U.S. Air Force as an in-flight refueler.

He is survived by: 
Heather (Rick) Payne, Gallatin, TN, Daughter 
Angela (Scott) Jennings, Monticello, Daughter 
Samantha Davis, Francesville, Daughter 
9 Grandchildren 
1 Great Grandchild 
Sharon (Richard) Haby, Lafayette, Sister 
Martha Krohn, Winamac, Sister 
Judy Sierzputwoski, Lafayette, Sister 
Ruth Wright, Edmond, OK, Sister 
Mike Davis, Los Angeles, Brother 
Pat (Mic) Tiede, Francesville, Sister 
Kathy (Bob) Myer, Winamac, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

He was preceded in the death by: 
Shirley Hatfield, Sister 
Max Davis, Brother 

Mr. Davis was retired from Medaryville Youth Camp where he had worked as a custody supervisor. He was a race car driver in his younger years and loved to tell stories about his prized cars and wins. He was a great story teller and an even better joker. He loved to golf, gamble, work in his shop, and collect mowers. His was a life-long Cubs fan and very proud to see their World Series Win. He had an appreciation for junk yards, yard sales, auctions, and any good deal which is evidenced by his prized yard art. In his later years, he developed a fear of railroad tracks. More importantly, he loved his friends and family and was so appreciative of the time he spent with them.

Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 8, at the First Christian Church, Francesville, with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. The American Legion will conduct military honors at the church following services.

Memorial donations may be made to the First Christian Church of Francesville or St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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

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

Edward A. Fleury

July 21, 1948 to May 28, 2019

WINAMAC - Edward Allen "Chico" Fleury, 70, of Monterey, passed away at 1:05 a.m., Tuesday, May 28, at Golden Living Center, Kokomo.

He was born July 21, 1948 in Milwaukee, to the late James Edward and Mary Genevieve Allen Fleury. As a child, his family moved to Monterey where he attended Holy Family School through the 8th grade. He served as an altar boy at St. Anne's Catholic Church during grade school. He graduated from Monterey High School in 1966. He married Wanda Williams Webber on May 20, 1995 in Monterey. She survives.

He is also survived by: 
Tomara Jean (Jerry Campbell) Fleury, Lafayette, Daughter 
Alison Marie Agrawal, Jacobus, PA, Daughter 
Joey Ann (Randell Retschlag) Fleury, Culver, Daughter 
Angela Renee Fleury (Danny, Jr.) Winter, Culver, Daughter 
Kelly Dee Fleury, Culver, Daughter 
Allen Edward (Molly Gillespie) Fleury, Cincinnati, OH, Son 
Laura Lynn Beth Newman, Lafayette, Daughter 
Kathleen (Don) Howe, Winamac, Daughter 
Donnie Webber, Jr., Oliver Springs, TN, Son 
Lora (John) Robinson, Oliver Springs, TN, Daughter 
16 Grandchildren: Marena, Collin, Grace, Kristofer, Braxton, Krishna, Raam, Surya, Brady, Emily, Jayden, Deegan, Easton, Diana, Tiffany and Austin 
3 Great-Grandchildren: Walker, Ariel and Lily 
James C. (Arlene) Fleury, Monterey, Brother 
2 Nieces: Tina and Jamie

Preceded in death by: 
Douglas Paul Newman, Son 
Patrick Fleury, Infant Nephew

After high school, Mr. Fleury enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during Vietnam. He served with the 379th Combat Support Group at Randolph AFB (during the Tet Offensive). He was a member of the Monterey American Legion #399, Winamac VFW #1728 and AMVETS #79. He served as the Pulaski County Veterans Service Officer from 2010 until the time of his death. He was very proud to be a veteran and went above and beyond with his duties as the county service officer. Mr. Fleury was a lifelong member of St. Anne's Catholic Church in Monterey. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and music. He recorded two songs on a compilation album in Nashville, TN with AMI Records. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. In his younger years, he enjoyed coaching his daughters' softball and basketball teams. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, May 30, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A scriptural wake service will be at 4 p.m., followed by a rosary service. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Friday, May 31, at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Monterey with Rev. Michael McKinney officiating. Burial will be at St. Anne's Cemetery, Monterey. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Legion, VFW or AMVETS.

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

Judy A. Stigall

April 20, 1945 to May 27, 2019

WINAMAC - Judith Ann "Judy" Stigall, 74, of Winamac, passed away peacefully at 4:48 p.m., Monday, May 27, with her family by her side.

She was born April 20, 1945 in Winamac to the late John Martin and Dorothy Jane Chamness Tuley.

Survivors: 
Jerry (Kathy) Tuley, Winamac, Son 
William (Julie) Stigall Jr., Indianapolis, Son 
Brenda (Rex) Becker, Winamac, Daughter 
Lisa Griffo, Winamac, Daughter 
Cassie (Brian) Ginter, Granddaughter 
Bryan (Ali) Myers, Grandson 
Amber (Ben) Carroll, Granddaughter 
Samantha (Josh) Whitaker, Granddaughter 
Michael (Danielle Sowell) Stigall, Grandson 
Kimberly (Jeff Saltsman) Garling, Granddaughter 
10 Great-Grandchildren 
John (Nancy) Tuley, Brother 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Tracy Allen Stigall, Infant Son

Mrs. Stigall had worked as a supervisor at Modern Materials in Rochester. She also had worked as a CNA at Little Company of Mary, San Pierre, Hickory Creek, Winamac, and Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially flower gardening, boating and fishing. She also enjoyed listening to country music, dancing and collecting wind chimes. She was a loving mom, grandma and great grandma who loved spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 31, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Saturday at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 1, at the funeral home with Bishop Rick Helton officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Calvary Baptist Church.

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

Patricia L. Dumenric

September 3, 1947 to May 28, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Patricia Lee Dumenric, 71, of Francesville, passed away at 3:12 a.m., Tuesday, May 28, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

She was born Sept. 3, 1947 in Gary, to the late George and Grace Ballad. She graduated from Lew Wallace High School in Gary. She married James George Dumenric. He survives.

She is also survived by: 
Larry Lenon, Son
Richard (Gina Collins) Lenon, Son 
Christine (Brent) Penicaro, Daughter 
Michelle (Jacob) Gutwein, Daughter 
Nicole (Jeremy) Brown, Daughter 
Monica Dumenric, Daughter 
11 Grandchildren: Grace, Sam, Nicholas, Benjamin, Calleigh, Bella, Noah, Connor, Owen, Camille and Eden

Preceded in death by: 
3 Brothers: Steve, Bobby and Tom 
Emil and Louise Dumenric, Father and Mother-in-law

Mrs. Dumenric has been a resident of Francesville since 1991. She loved her family and her pets very much. She will be sadly missed.

A funeral mass will be at 3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, North Judson, with Rev. Terrence Bennis officiating. Burial will be at Idle Cemetery, Francesville. At the request of the family, all services will be private.

Memorial donations may be made SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church.

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

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