Obituaries

Alan G. Johnson

February 21, 1944 to December 27, 2018

WINAMAC - Alan Gale Johnson, 74, of Burnettsville, formerly of Star City, passed away at 4:50 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 27, at his residence.

He was born Feb. 21, 1944 in Winamac to the late Albert Lee and Blanche Poor Johnson. He graduated from Star City High School in 1962, and served in the U.S. Army from 1963-1966. He married Annetta Faye Pugh on Dec. 12, 1967 in Winamac. She died Jan. 9, 2011.

He is survived by: 
Shannon Wade (Karen) Johnson, Ashford, CT, Son 
Rev. Joseph Alan (Brian) Johnson, Chicago, Son 
Sarah Margaret Johnson, Granddaughter 
Eric Alan Johnson, Grandson 
Susan Szwed, Boulder, CO, Sister

Preceded in death by: 
Eva Marie Johnson, Daughter 
Leo Hal Johnson, Brother 
Jack Johnson, Brother

Mr. Johnson had worked at Wilson Foods, the Braun Corporation, and he retired from Orion Safety Products in Peru. He had been a Star City Volunteer Fireman. He attended the Star City United Methodist Church and the Lake Cicott United Methodist Church. He had been a Little League coach in Star City. He enjoyed his wife and family. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting. He and his wife were avid motor cycle riders. He enjoyed his vegetable garden and photography, especially sunsets. He was an avid card player.

Visitation will be Sunday, Dec. 30, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Frain Mortuary,Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. (Sunday), at the funeral home with Pastor Adam Speicher officiating. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery, Star City. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to Salvation Army, Riley Chidren's Hospital Foundation or St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

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

Jeffrey D. Puetz

October 17, 1954 to December 23, 2018

WINAMAC - Jeffrey Donald Puetz, 64, of Fowler, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Dec. 23, at Signature Health Care, Lafayette.

He was born Oct. 17, 1954 in Lafayette to Donald and Florence Sumpter Puetz. He was a lifelong resident of Benton County. He attended St. Mary's grade school and was a 1972 graduate of Benton Central High School.

He is survived by:
Florence Krebs, Fowler, Mother 
Mike (Peggy) Puetz, Fowler, Brother 
Rebecca (John) Stephens, Ambia, Sister 
Brian (Jill) Puetz, North Augusta, SC, Brother 
Roger (Angie Bell) Puetz, Gladewater, TX, Brother 
Louise (Ken) Gudas, Winamac, Sister 
14 Nieces and Nephews 
Many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Donald J. Puetz, Father 
Russell Krebs, Step-Father

Mr. Puetz worked for the Demeter elevator, driving a grain truck for several years. He enjoyed music, football and playing cards, as well as motorcycle riding and driving his Chevy truck. He also enjoyed writing letters to his nieces and nephews and often surprised them with a two-dollar bill. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fowler. He was always inspired to help the less fortunate, the food pantry being a favorite charity. He had a strong faith and looked toward St. Jude when times seemed hopeless or impossible.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 29, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Dunnington. A funeral mass will follow at 11 a.m. (Saturday), at the church with Rev. Peter Vanderkolk officiating. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Dunnington.

Memorial donations may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic School, Fowler.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Lorraine I. Hansen

July 7, 1926 to December 15, 2018

FRANCESVILLE - Lorraine I. “Shorty” Hansen, 92, of Francesville, died at 6:49 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 15, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

She was born July 7, 1926 in Chicago to the late Chester and Helen Ozimek Wroblewski. In 1944, she married Edward Garling. He died in 1969. She married Robert Hansen in 1985. He survives.

She is also survived by:
Sharon (Jack) Owens, Monticello, Daughter
Carolyn (Bruce) Vogel, Monticello, Daughter
Brenda (Mike) Finnegan, Francesville, Step-Daughter
Beverly (Roger) Anliker, Plainfield, IL, Step-Daughter
Raymond (Theresa) Hansen, Francesville, Step-Son
14 grandchildren
21 Great-grandchildren
6 Great-great-grandchildren

Preceded in death by:
Brandon Carlson, Great-grandson
Trenton Tandy, Great-great-grandson
George Wroblewski, Brother
Walter Wroblewski, Brother
Edward Wroblewski, Brother
Leonard Wroblewski, Brother
Charlotte Wroblewski, Sister

Mrs. Hansen was a member of the St. James Salem United Church of Christ, Francesville. She was a former member of the Catholic Church. She was also a member of the American Legion Post #228 Auxiliary in Francesville. She enjoyed crafting, baking cakes for her family, and crocheting. She also enjoyed dancing and playing games with her grandchildren. She was a great gift giver.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, Dec. 17, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. A rosary service will be at 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Immediately following the rosary service, an American Legion Auxiliary service will be held. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 18, at St. James Salem United Church of Christ, Francesville, with Rev. Judith Doll and Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Riley Children’s Foundation http://www.rileykids.org/.

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

Lucille M. White Thompson

February 1, 1928 to December 19, 2018

WINAMAC - Lucille Marie “Lucy” White Thompson, 90, of Rochester, passed away at 11:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 19, at Life Care Center of Rochester. 

She was born Feb. 1, 1928 in Wardell, MO to the late James Elmer and Hazel Alma Button White.

She is also survived by:
Theodore R. "Ted" Thompson, Husband
Sharon K. (Larry) Stalbaum, San Pierre, Daughter
Anthony C. (Sue) Brown, North Vernon, Son
7 Grandchildren: Lee, David, Johnny, Rich, Sondra, Kim and Pam
Numerous Great-Grandchildren and Great-Great-Grandchildren
James Elmer (Esther) White, Jr., Francesville, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Francis L. “Shank” Thompson, Former Husband
David Allen Hinman, Jr., Grandson
Ida Davis, Sister
Mildred Huffman, Sister
Earl E. White, Brother

In her younger years, Mrs. Thompson worked in the cotton fields of Missouri. Having only completed the third grade, she was even so able to achieve a CNA license and worked in local nursing homes for over 30 years. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially flower gardening, fishing and caring for her pet squirrels. She was well-known for her homemade noodles. She also enjoyed collecting owl figurines. She loved children, especially looking after them at the bus stop. She cared for those children as if they were her own. Most of all, she loved her family very much. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 21, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. (Friday), at the funeral home. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Gladys Allen

October 22, 1925 to December 17, 2018

WINAMAC - Gladys Allen, 93, of Winamac (formerly of Merrillville) passed away at 2 p.m., Monday, Dec. 17, at the Life Care Center of Rochester.

She was born Oct. 22, 1925 in Leachville, AR to the late Willie and Rosie Price Bellah. She married Leamon Allen on Feb. 16, 1955 in Gary. He passed away Sept. 17, 2011.

She is survived by:
Norm (Rowena) Allen, Winamac, Son 
Kevin (JoAnn) Allen, Nineveh, Son 
Terry (Connie) Pine, Winamac, Adopted Son 
Aubree Allen, Granddaughter 
Lindsey Warner, Granddaughter 
Nicholas (Kristy) Allen, Grandson 
Stacie (Adam) Finch, Granddaughter 
Damon Ervin, Grandson 
Several Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by: 
Majorie Ervin, Sister 
Juanita Hudson, Sister

Mrs. Allen was a founding member of the Assembly of God Church in Winamac. She was proud to be a Master Beautician. She owned and operated her own beauty shop and also did hair at local nursing homes for years.She enjoyed cooking and baking as well as fishing and socializing. Most of all,She loved her family, especially the grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 21, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 22, at the funeral home with Pastors Heath Hiatt and Jim Howard officiating. Burial will be at Citizens Cemetery in Rochester.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

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

Marian B. Alberding

April 5, 1921 to December 16, 2018

FRANCESVILLE - Marian B. Alberding, 97, of Gatesville, TX (formerly of Jasper and Pulaski counties) passed away Sunday, Dec. 16, in Gatesville.

She was born April 5, 1921 in Chicago, to the late Jacob and Marie Hanus Kendzora. On Oct. 17, 1942, she married Kenneth Alberding. He preceded her in death on Sept. 29, 2017.

She is survived by: 
Donna (Mike) Schultz, Gatesville, TX, Daughter 
16 Grandchildren 
55 Great Grandchildren 
Alvin Kendzora, Willowbrook, IL, Brother

She was preceded in death by: 
Linda Mobley, Daughter 
Janice Barton, Daughter 
Patty Leman, Daughter 
Lillian Kolar, Sister 
Blanche Kendzora, Infant Sister

Mrs. Alberding was a member of the First Baptist Church in Francesville. She served her Lord as a kindergarten Sunday School teacher for over 40 years.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, Dec. 28, at First Baptist Church, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., Friday, at the church with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be at San Pierre Cemetery, San Pierre.

Memorial donations may be made to the Gideons.

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

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