Obituaries

Betty L. Wheeldon

September 10, 1929 to November 11, 2018

FRANCESVILLE - Betty Louise Wheeldon, 89, of Monticello (a lifelong resident of Monon), passed away Sunday, Nov. 11.

She was born Sept. 10, 1929 in Monon to the late Paul D. and Mary G. Goble Cooley. She graduated from Monon High School. On Feb. 18, 1950, she married Charles K. Wheeldon in Monticello. He preceded her in death on March 20, 1993.

She is survived by: 
Charles Dennis (Sandy) Wheeldon, Lafayette, Son 
Doreen Louise (Gary) Gudeman, Medarvyille, Daughter 
Megan (fiance: Adam Sandlin) Wheeldon, Granddaughter 
Jared (Loren) Gudeman, Grandson 
Lauren (Evan) Haupert, Granddaughter 
Philip Gudeman, Grandson 
Jonathan Gudeman, Grandson 
4 Great Grandchildren: Isaiah, Titus, Eden and Ada 
Barbara (Marvin) Olson, Rensselaer, Sister 
Many nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Paul Jeffery Wheeldon, Son 

Mrs. Wheeldon was a longtime member of the Monon United Methodist Church. In her younger years, she worked together with her husband volunteering for the Boy Scouts. 
She was a talented seamstress, artist and baker. She was well-known for her pies, especially at the Monon Gun Club. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family, especially the grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 13, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 14, at the funeral home, with Pastor Tom Hopewell officiating. Burial will be at Bedford Cemetery, Monon.

Memorial donations may be made to the Monon United Methodist Church or to the Monon Public Library.

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

Thomas M. Crider

August 10, 1960 to November 3, 2018

WINAMAC - Thomas M. "Tom" Crider, 58, of Winamac, passed away at 4 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 3, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac, after a short battle with cancer.

He was born Aug. 10, 1960 in Winamac to the late Robert and Helen Scott Crider. He graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1979.

Survivors include: 
Carol (Jim) Shidler, Winamac, Sister 
Bob Crider, Logansport, Brother 
Karen (Gary) Graves, Winamac, Sister 
Steve Crider, Winamac, Brother 
Bill (Debra Richie) Crider, Star City, Brother 
Brenda (Randy) Baker, Winamac, Sister 
Linda (Mario) Lopez, Indianapolis, Sister 
Mike Crider, Winamac, Brother 
Sam Crider, Winamac, Brother 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Joe Crider, Brother 
Jeff Shidler, Nephew

Mr. Crider was a lifelong welder and had worked at Dragon Products in Akron for 15 years. He was an avid Notre Dame football fan. He was a talented guitarist. He was a hard worker and was always helping others. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 8, .at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 9, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Reed Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Association or to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America.

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

DeAndre Bryant

February 12, 1999 to November 2, 2018

WINAMAC - DeAndre "Dre" Bryant, 19, of Winamac, passed away at 7:28 p.m., Friday, Nov. 2, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Ft. Wayne.

He was born Feb. 12, 1999, in Chicago. Born with autism and limited speech, DeAndre was able to teach many people about themselves and life.

He is survived by: 
Patricia Bryant and Richard Korzeniowski, Winamac, Parents 
Blaze Bryant, Winamac, Brother 
Kim Bryant, Grandmother 
John Bryant, Grandfather 
Donna Korzeniowski, Grandmother 
Jennifer "Tia" Hernandez, Aunt 
Lisa "Titi" (Alex) Verdal, Aunt 
Denise (fiance: Michael) Bryant, Aunt 
Krystle (Nick) Rasinskis, Aunt 
Mike and Becky Wade, Logansport, Special Friends 
Kim McLochlin, Logansport, Special Friend 
Many Cousins and Friends

Preceded in death by: 
Richard John Korzeniowski, Grandfather

DeAndre was in his senior year at Logansport High School. He enjoyed doing puzzles, listening to music, playing pranks and drinking Pepsi. He especially enjoyed his iPad which his brother Blaze (who worked hard and saved his own money) bought for him. He also enjoyed spending time with his family who will hold dear to their hearts many fond memories. The family is looking forward to the day when they see DeAndre and his special smile again; when they meet him in Heaven. The family thanks God for their time with DeAndre, especially the blessing of his loving, loyal and faithful mother and caregiver, Patricia. DeAndre, you have fought the good fight and finished the race. Until we can dance in Heaven, may you rest in peace.

A memorial service was held by the family.

Memorial donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Ft. Wayne, or to the St. Jude's Children's Fund. 

Martha L. Forest

April 17, 1929 to November 2, 2018

WINAMAC - Martha Lou Forest, 89, died at 2:19 p.m., Friday, Nov. 2, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

She was born April 17, 1929 in Akron, to the late Ellis and Floral Snoke Lamb. On Feb. 2, 1952, she married Fred C. Forest in Winamac. He preceded her in death on Feb. 15, 2005.

She is survived by: 
Cynthia (Otto Ritter) Anderson, Winamac, Daughter 
Tamera (Donald) Ploss, Winamac, Daughter 
4 Grandchildren 
7 Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by: 
1 Brother 
3 Sisters 

Mrs. Forest was a former employee at Switch Co. in Leiters Ford. She was a member of the Pleasant Hill Methodist Church at Bruce Lake, and a Red Cross volunteer. She enjoyed crocheting, gardening and traveling. She was an avid fan of the Indianapolis Colts and the Atlanta Braves.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 8, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. (Thursday), at the funeral home with Pastor Butch Wildermuth officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Health Care Center Activities Fund in Winamac.

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

Daniel J. Dickensheets

September 16, 1952 to November 1, 2018

WINAMAC - Daniel J. Dickensheets, 66, of Winamac, died unexpectedly Thursday, Nov. 1, at Franciscan Health East Hospital, Lafayette.

He was born Sept. 16, 1952 in Logansport, to the late Richard F. and Marjorie Ann Morgan Dickensheets.

He is survived by: 
Jayne Sadler, Lafayette, Sister 
David Dickensheets Winamac, Brother 
Duane( Kelly) Dickensheets, Monticello, Brother 
James (Jenniffer) Dickensheets , Lafayette, Brother 
Randal Dickensheets, Detroit, Brother
Nieces: Shawn, Casey, Barbara and Meredith

Preceded in death by: 
Greg Sadler Brother-in-law

Mr. Dickensheets was a 1970 graduate of Winamac Community High School. He received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology from Purdue University in 1974. He had worked at Plymouth Tube Company, Braun Corporation and Whallon Machine as a design engineer. He retired eight years ago. He enjoyed running and bicycling. He had cycled every county road in Pulaski County. He also enjoyed gardening and watching sports. He was an avid Purdue fan.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until time of services Tuesday, Nov. 6, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 3 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home with Theresa Fischer Funeral Celebrant officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

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

Rodney P. Ehrlich

April 5, 1946 to October 9, 2018

MONTICELLO - Rodney Price "Rod" Ehrlich, 72, of Monticello passed away Tuesday, Oct. 9.

He was born April 5, 1946 to the late Donald and Marion (Price) Ehrlich. He was a true son of Francesville, where he spent his childhood growing up as one of six siblings. He graduated from Francesville High School in 1964. It was during these formative years in Francesville that the seeds of Rod's character and values became deeply rooted and honored for the rest of his life. He never forgot where he came from and cherished the memories and friends he made in Francesville throughout his life. He married Cindy Hauk of Bluffton in June 1975. She survives.

Also surviving are:
Carrie Ehrlich, Chicago, daughter
Mark (wife, Liz) Ehrlich, Lafayette, son
Luke Ehrlich, grandson
Virginia Turner (husband, Boyce, deceased), sister
Jerry Ehrlich (wife, Connie), brother
Jim Ehrlich (wife, Concepcion), brother
Charlie Ehrlich (wife, Cindy), Arizona, brother
Derinda Ehrlich (husband, Jim Manning), sister
Many beloved nieces and nephews
Max and Queenie Hauk of Monticello, father/mother-in-law
Melinda Hauk Leighty, New Mexico, sister-in-law

Mr. Ehrlich, since the age of 11, knew he wanted to become an engineer. During high school, every free moment was spent at Monon Trailer where his brother Jerry gave him a job working nights to save money for college. After completing one year of college, he joined the military during the Vietnam Era and served stateside and in Korea. Upon discharge from the U.S. Army, he enrolled in Purdue University where he completed his degree in mechanical engineering. Having fully developed his skills at Monon Trailer, he was given the challenge of creating Monon's first engineering department. Thus began a life-long love affair with the trailer industry.

In April of 1985, he followed his brother, Jerry Ehrlich, to start a company called Wabash National where Rod assumed the role of Head of Engineering. For over 30 years, he authored more than 60 patents at Wabash National that advanced the company and the industry. In 1997, Rod was named Outstanding Mechanical Engineer by Purdue University for his contributions to the engineering profession. The Ehrlich Innovation Center at Wabash National was dedicated in 2012 to recognize his contribution and commitment to excellence. He will be remembered as a pioneer in the transportation industry.

Rod and Cindy were enthusiastic supporters of Purdue Musical Organizations (PMO) in which both of their children participated. Among the many highlights of their life together were the opportunities they shared participating with PMO on trips overseas, attending performances around the country and at home. He was an active member of the Monticello United Methodist Church. He was a musician and gifted artist. He could do anything with his hands and mind. Whether it was rebuilding a car, inventing a new patent for a trailer, refinishing the hinges on his 150 year old house, woodworking, drawing a portrait, playing the trumpet, forging new trails on his property, building sand castles or any number of creations, he never had a shortage of projects and lived life to the fullest. His napkin sketches will be remembered by many.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Monday, Oct.15 at Connection Court of the Monticello United Methodist Church located at entrance B. Visitation will also be one hour prior to services at the church Tuesday. The funeral service celebrating Mr. Ehrlich's life will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 16, at the Monticello United Methodist Church sanctuary located at entrance A with Rev. Brian Beeks officiating services.

Memorial donations can be made to: Monticello United Methodist Church Building Campaign, Camp Tecumseh Capital Campaign, Purdue Musical Organizations Travel Fund, Purdue Cancer Research, or to Twin Lakes Family Food Pantry: Food Finders. Envelopes will be available at the Church. Whenever possible, online giving is appreciated.

Springer-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home of Monticello is entrusted with arrangements.