Obituaries

Joseph Pesaresi

February 13, 1947 to May 16, 2018

WINAMAC - Joseph P. "Joe" Pesaresi, 71, of Winamac, passed away, surrounded by his family, at 12 noon Wednesday, May 16, at home.

He was born Feb. 13, 1947 in Logansport, to the late Walter and Theresa Digilio Pesaresi. He was a 1966 graduate of Winamac High School. On Dec. 31, 1976, he married Terry Weaver in Ft. Wayne. She survives. He was a lifelong member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac.

He is also survived by: 
Anthony (Tina) Pesaresi, Kewanna, Son 
Andrew Pesaresi, Rochester, Son 
Garrett Pesaresi, Kewanna, Grandson 
Cale Pesaresi, Kewanna, Grandson 
Curtis Pesaresi, Kewanna, Grandson 
Daniel (Vivian) Pesaresi, Mishawaka, Brother 
Barbara (Gene) Huber, Winamac, Sister 
Brenda Venderley, Ft. Wayne, Sister-in-law 
Larry (Sharon) Weaver, Ft. Wayne, Brother-in-law 
Sherry (Tom) Watt, Ft. Wayne, Sister-in-law 
Ova Huff, Logansport, Uncle 
Carl Pesaresi, Logansport, Uncle 
Several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins

As one of the family owners of Winamac Coil Spring in Kewanna, Mr. Pesaresi was serving as CEO. His career there spanned nearly 50 years. He was active in national and regional spring industry associations. He was an avid golfer and was a member of several golf clubs where he enjoyed the time spent with friends and family. He was a big sports fan, especially of golf and racing. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be greatly missed by those whose lives he touched.

A scriptural wake service will be at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, May 20, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m., Sunday; and 9 to 10 a.m., Monday, May 21, at the funeral home. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Monday, May 21, at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (to support further advancements in neuroendocrine cancer research).

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

Richard E. Bushman

July 14, 1936 to May 8, 2018

FRANCESVILLE- Richard Eugene Bushman, 81, of Flora (formerly of Francesville), passed away at 7:05 p.m., Tuesday, May 8, at Mulberry Health, Mulberry, IN.

He was born July 14, 1936 in Francesville to the late Ernest E. and Mary G. Rogers Bushman. After graduating from high school, he farmed with his father and was later drafted into the U.S. Army. On April 3, 1960, he married Hazel Irene Crowe in Decatur, IL. She survives.

He is survived by:  
Faith D. Keller, Fishers, Daughter 
Phillip E. (Sandy) Bushman, Camden, Son 
Daniel E. (Michele) Bushman Brookston, Son 
Timothy E. (Donna) Bushman, Winamac, Son 
15 Grandchildren: Joseph, Hope, Makayla, Alyssa, Justin, Braiden, Dylan, Devin, Drew, Aaron, Austin, Adam, Ashley, Alan and Amber 
2 Great Grandchildren: Noah and Addilyn 
Thelma (Bob) Bensen, Greenwood, Sister 
Delores (Ray) Woodruff, Royal Center, Sister 
Phyllis Maynard, Gallatin, TN, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Jim Keller, Son-in-law 
Jerry Maynard, Brother-in-law

Mr. Bushman was an active member of Paul's Chapel Church, rural Winamac, and enjoyed Sundays spent with his family at church. He was a lifelong farmer and owner/operator of Bushman Sales and Service in Francesville. In his later years, he did small engine repair at Coast-to-Coast in Winamac. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing, gardening, and bird watching. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, May 13, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, May 14, at Paul's Chapel Church with Pastor Phillip Messer officiating. Burial will be at Paul's Chapel Cemetery, Winamac. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

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

Richard C. Rohloff

August 22, 1952 to May 10, 2018

FRANCESVILLE - Richard C. Rohloff, 65, of Francesville, died at 10:10 a.m., Thursday, May 10, at his son's residence in Francesville.

He was born Aug. 22, 1952 in Winamac to the late Ralph C. and Ruth Howe Rohloff. He was a lifelong resident of Pulaski County. He was a 1970 graduate of West Central High School and a graduate of Vincennes University.

Survivors include:

Ryan C. Rohloff, Francesville, IN, Son 
3 sisters 

Mr. Rohloff was a farmer and had worked at Plymouth Tube Co in Winamac for 25 years. He enjoyed gardening, cooking and working Sudoku puzzles. He loved attending fairs and festivals . He enjoyed traveling to farm shows and other events.

No services will be scheduled.

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

Diane J. Booknis

September 30, 1941 to May 4, 2018

WINAMAC - Diane Joyce Booknis, 76, of Fishers (formerly of Winamac), passed away at 9:58 p.m., Friday, May 4, at Allisonville Meadows, Fishers.

She was born Sept. 30, 1941 in Knox, to the late Frederick and Viola E. Runyon Schultz. She was a graduate of Knox High School. On May 28, 1960, she married Robert E. "Bob" Booknis in Winamac. Together they owned and operated Booky's Bait and Tackle in Winamac for over 35 years. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by: 
Robert J. (Mindy) Booknis, Austin, TX, Son 
Randall J. (fiance: Susan Clemons) Booknis, Indianapolis, Son 
4 Grandchildren: Taylor, Meghan, Tate and Kaylee 
Dolores Jones, Sister 
Donald Schultz, Brother 
Delvin (Fran) Schultz, Brother 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Dennis Schultz, Brother

Mrs. Booknis was a devoted member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Ladies of Charity and Christian Mothers. She was a member of the Winamac Eagle's Auxiliary. She enjoyed crafting and was very artistic. She was a self-taught accountant. She especially enjoyed living on the Tippecanoe River and "outfishing" Bob. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She enjoyed hosting her family, especially at the holidays. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Thursday, May 10, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The rosary will be recited at 2:30 p.m., and a scriptural wake service will be at 7 p.m., followed by Christian Mother's and Ladies of Charity Services. A funeral mass will be at 10 a.m., Friday, May 11, at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or St. Peter's Catholic Church.

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

Joseph F. Scheffer

July 6, 1938 to April 28, 2018

ROYAL CENTER - Joseph F. Scheffer, 79 of Star City passed away peacefully at 9:47 a.m., Saturday, April 28, at his residence, surrounded by his family.

Born on July 6, 1938 in Pulaski, he was the son of the late Michael and Roberta Minnie (Crist) Scheffer.  He was a Pulaski High School graduate and a lifelong Pulaski County farmer.

Survivors include his daughters Tammy Powers of Winamac, Patty Scheffer of Star City, Judy Rasmussen (Jeremey) of Star City and Jo Runk (Jim) of Star City and their mother Joan Scheffer of Kewanna; brother William Bill Scheffer, grandchildren Melissa Hickle, SaDonna Mayer, Tonya Kasten, Rose Criswell, Seth Barton, Bryce Rasmussen, Kallie Rasmussen, Hunter Peterson, Brennen Runk and Kaden Runk; and companion, Joyce Girton of Star City. He is also survived by several great grandchildren. 

Mr. Scheffer enjoyed bowling, collecting diecast International tractors and spending time with his family. 

A gathering of family and friends will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 4, at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center Chapel.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pulaski County Animal Center.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home and Indiana Central Crematory, Royal Center. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a condolence for the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com. 

Patricia L. Jensen

July 30, 1953 to May 1, 2018

WINAMAC - Patricia Louise "Patty" Jensen, 64, of Winamac, passed away at 6:10 p.m., Tuesday, May 1, at St. Elizabeth East Hospital, Lafayette.

She was born July 30, 1953 in Gary, to the late John and Donna Louise Welsh Mudryk. She was a 1971 graduate of Winamac High School. On Dec. 8, 1979, she married Charles Albert "Charlie" Jensen. He passed away April 13, 2013.

She is survived by: 
Jessica Marie Thoune, Winamac, Daughter 
Arianna Marie Jensen, Winamac, Granddaughter 
Mia Celestial Thoune, Winamac, Granddaughter 
Diane (Dennis) Franklin, Summerville, SC, Sister 
Sherry Hurley, Winamac, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Mrs. Jensen retired from Braun Corporation in 2012 where she had worked many years. Over the years she had also worked as a salesclerk at Hook's Drug Store and Schultz Bros. 5 & 10 in Winamac. She was also a self-employed housekeeper and had worked for Pulaski Memorial Hospital as a home health aide. She enjoyed reading, puzzles and being outside on her swing. She was an animal lover who had many cats and rabbits at home. Most of all, she loved her family, especially her daughter and grandchildren. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 5, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home with Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.

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

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