Obituaries

Glenn A. Tiede

June 24, 1949 to October 11, 2016

FRANCESVILLE - Glenn A. Tiede, 67, of Francesville, passed away at 8:27 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 11, at St. Joseph Hospital, Ft. Wayne, after sustaining injuries in a grain elevator accident two weeks prior.

He was born on June 24, 1949 in Francesville, to the late Donald V. and Marian R. Ringen Tiede.

He is survived by: 
Alison (Brian) Carnahan, Francesville, Daughter 
Timothy (Melissa) Tiede, Monticello, Son 
Dillan Rehn, Grandson 
Ashlund Rehn, Granddaughter 
Isabelle Rehn, Granddaughter 
Abby Davis, Granddaughter 
Owen Davis, Grandson 
Tim Carnahan, Grandson 
Tyler Carnahan, Grandson 
Jordan Smith, Grandson 
Shawn Smith, Grandson 
Amanda Smith, Granddaughter 
Skip (Becky) Tiede, Francesville, Brother 
Ruth Ann Bishop, Lafayette, Sister 
Linda Rusk, Francesville, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

He was preceded in death by: 
Bill Tiede, Brother 
Jerry Joe Tiede, Brother 

While in high school, Mr. Tiede enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam. He was a life member of the Francesville American Legion. He had worked at the Francesville Elevator for over 40 years, where he was well known and well liked. He served on the Francesville Volunteer Fire Department and as a First Responder for many years. He was a member of the Indiana Volunteer Firefighter's Association. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening and hunting. He was a loving dad and grandpa. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 16, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 17, at the funeral home with Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to Ft. Wayne Burn Council (800 Broadway #301 Ft. Wayne, IN 46802) or to Francesville Volunteer Fire Department. 

Tim J. Reidelbach

February 21, 1959 to October 10, 2016

WINAMAC - Tim J. Reidelbach, 57, of Winamac, passed away at 8:18 a.m., Monday, Oct. 10, at St. Joseph Hospital, Ft. Wayne, after sustaining injuries in a grain elevator accident two weeks prior.

He was born Feb. 21, 1959 in Rochester to Walter V. and Jessie M. Gourley Reidelbach. He graduated from North Judson - San Pierre High School in 1977. On Aug. 8, 1981, he married Lisa Keller. She survives.

Also surviving are: 
Brandy (David) Gray, Logansport, Daughter 
Wyatt Reidelbach, Winamac, Son 
Bethany Gray, Granddaughter 
Adelyn Gray, Granddaughter 
Isaiah Gray, Grandson 
Leah Gray, Granddaughter 
Jonah Gray, Grandson 
Jessie M. Gourley Reidelbach, Francesville, Mother 
Joseph Reidelbach, Greenwood, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Walter V. Reidelbach, Father 
Michael Reidelbach, Brother

Mr. Reidelbach was a lifelong farmer in Pulaski County. He had previously served as secretary for the North Central Co-Op Board of Directors. He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church in Winamac. He was a sports fan as well as an avid hunter. He loved his family very much and will sadly be missed by all.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 14, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral mass will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 15, at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary. Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com. 

Josie M. Smith

June 25, 1935 to October 8, 2016

WINAMAC - Josie M. Smith, 81, of Winamac, passed away Saturday, Oct. 8, at Porter Regional Hospital, Valparaiso.

She was born June 25, 1935 in Marmaduke, Ark. to the late Homer and Ruby Frost Jarvis. On Oct. 20, 1956, she married Harold L. Smith, in Mishawaka. He survives.

Also surviving are: 
Steven M. (Deb) Smith, Lakewood, CO, Son 
Cheryl P. (Eugene) Berg, Monterey, Daughter 
Glenn R. (Rene) Smith, Star City, Son 
9 Grandchildren: Melanna, Travis, Dwan, Kacie, Isaac, Abby, Jalysa, Shawn, and Alex 
Many Great Grandchildren 
Charlene (Paul) Meyering, Sister 
Christine Louise (Don) Robison, Sister 
Linda (Bob) Koontz, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Mrs. Smith was a graduate of Mishawaka High School. She studied at Olivet Nazarene College and went on to obtain a bachelor's degree from Indiana University South Bend. 
She was a former employee of McGill's in Culver, and Monticello. She had been an active member of the Winamac Church of the Nazarene, where she had been involved with the children's ministry through Vacation Bible School and Sunday School. She enjoyed painting and was an accomplished artist. She also enjoyed genealogy. 
She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 12, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 13, at the funeral home with Pastor Steve Gladding officiating. Burial will be at Reed Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donayions may be made to the Winamac Church of the Nazarene.

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

Evelyn R. Barngrover

January 15, 1920 to October 9, 2016

FRANCESVILLE - Evelyn R. Barngrover, 95, of Francesville, died at 11:03 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 9, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.

She was born Jan. 15, 1921 in Rensselaer, to the late Claude and Millie Ringeisen Reeves. On Dec. 25, 1941, she married Virgil "Jerry" Barngrover. He preceded her in death on July 6, 2000.

She is survived by: 
Jeffrey (Pat) Barngrover, Francesville, Son 
Robert (Alice) Barngrover, Sioux Falls, SD, Son 
7 Grandchildren 
11 Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by: 
Jeanette Horn, Sister 

After completing high school, Mrs. Barngrover graduated from Southland College of Beauty Culture in 1941. She was very active in the Pulaski County Republican Central Committee for many years and served as past president of the Pulaski County Republican Women. She served in the Pulaski County Treasurer's office for over 20 years, having worked many years as a deputy and having been elected two terms as treasurer. She was a former vice president of Northwest District of County Treasurers Association. She had also served on the Francesville Library Board and also as Francesville Clerk-Treasurer. 

Mrs. Barngrover was a member of the Francesville United Methodist Church and had served as president of the United Methodist Women. She was a Past Worthy Matron of the Order of Eastern Star. She was a loving wife and mother. As well as being active in the community, she was devoted to her sons. When her sons were young, she served as a Den Mother for the Cub Scouts. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 12, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. Order of Eastern Star services will be held at 7 p.m. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 13, at the funeral home with Pastor Doug Thompson officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Francesville First United Methodist Church or Riley Hospital for Children.

Donna J. Palmisano

August 11, 1935 to October 2, 2016

WINAMAC - Donna J. Palmisano, 81, of Winamac, passed away at 3:07 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 2, at Rensselaer Care Center, Rensselaer.

She was born Aug. 11, 1935 in Chicago, to the late Rocco and Jean Jorczak Calabrese.

She is survived by: 
Johanna J. (Rocky) Palmisano Harnois, Winamac, Daughter 
Marissa Moralis, Winamac, Granddaughter 
Justin Harnois, Winamac, Grandson 
George West, Winamac, Great Grandson 
Carmella Scott, Sister 
Sandra Calabrese, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Rocco Calabrese Jr., Brother 
Joseph Calabrese Sr., Brother 
Lorraine Marks, Sister

Mrs. Palmisano enjoyed sports and was an avid Notre Dame fan. She also enjoyed gardening. She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Hers was a life lived by serving others.

No services will be held.

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

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com. 

Mark J. Reid

June 26, 1960 to October 3, 2016

WINAMAC - Mark J. "Goob" Reid, 56, of Star City, passed awayat 2:19 p.m., Monday, Oct. 3, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born June 26, 1960 in Toledo, OH to Donald E. and Matilda J. Rustemeyer Reid.

He is survived by: 
Donald and Matilda Reid, Winamac, Parents 
Diana (Dean) Thomas, Winamac, Sister 
Michael (Margaret) Reid, Star City, Brother 
Donald E. (Connie) Reid, Star City, Brother 
Jim "Shoe" Reid, Star City, Brother 
Linda (Bob) Cowles, Winamac, Sister 
David Reid, Winamac, Brother 
Many Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins 

Mr. Reid graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1979. When in high school he was a talented runner and held the school record for the track mile and half-mile for many years. He was an avid NASCAR and drag racing fan. He loved his dog, Blossom. He lived life to the fullest. He enjoyed bonfires, floating the river, fishing, hunting, and arrowhead hunting. He loved his family and friends very much. He will sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday, Oct. 8, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.  A memorial service will followat 12 noon, Saturday at the funeral home with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

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

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Online condolences may be offered in the guest book at www.frainmortuary.com.