Obituaries
Phyllis J. Gardner
Noveber 29, 1925 to August 20, 2022
WINAMAC - Phyllis J. Gardner, 96, of Winamac, passed away Saturday, Aug. 20, at Wynnfield Crossing in Rochester.
She was born Nov. 29, 1925 in Elkhart, to the late Carl C. and Helen I. [Petit] Himebaugh. She graduated from Elkhart High School in 1944. She then attended Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo, MI for two years before earning a bachelor’s degree in education from Indiana State Teacher’s College in Terre Haute. While in college, she met Kenneth E. “Kenny” Gardner, and they were married on Aug. 21, 1948. He survives.
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| Phyllis Gardner |
She is also survived by:
Susan K. Gardner, Eagle, CO, Daughter
April L. Gardner, Winamac, Daughter
Nan E. Gardner, Eagle, CO, Daughter
Wendy G. (Chuck) Rose, Winamac, Daughter
Michael D. Rose, Grandson
Katie L. Kennedy, Granddaughter
Evan C. Rose, Grandson
Anya L. Kurronen, Granddaughter
Kenna E. Kurronen, Granddaughter
Eleanor J. Gardner, Granddaughter
Amelia G. Gardner, Granddaughter
Lucy R. Kennedy, Great-Granddaughter
Preceded in death by:
Ann G. Rose, Infant Granddaughter
Ralph G. Himebaugh, Brother
Mrs. Gardner taught elementary, middle school, and high school for 23 years, retiring from Winamac Schools in 1983. Although she loved teaching, she always said her first career was as a wife and mother. Phyllis and Kenny proudly raised their four “Gardner girls” in Winamac. She possessed a deep Christian faith and was active in the Winamac First United Methodist Church. Over the years, she led and participated in various women’s groups, taught Sunday and Bible schools, and assisted with Kiwanis Club dinners. She cherished her Wednesday morning Bible study group meetings. Hers was a living faith, exhibited through her kind words, concern and caring for others, gentleness, and tenderness to those around her. Her sweetness and love were a part of her to the very end. She was a member of Monroe Modern Home Ec Club for over 50 years. She especially enjoyed helping her daughters and other young women with their 4H sewing projects. The couple traveled throughout the U.S. and many parts of the world together, always making friends wherever they went. They often traveled with People to People, an organization founded in 1956 by the Eisenhower administration to build cultural connections between everyday citizens around the world. This organization embodies the Gardner’s love of people and travel. She will be deeply missed, but her love will be a part of everyone she touched forever.
Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 25, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Additional visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 26. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. (Friday), at the funeral home with Donnie Kohls and Pastor Jeff Herron officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the Community Foundation of Pulaski County or Winamac First United Methodist Church.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Patty A. Davis
March 21, 1943 to August 18, 2022
WINAMAC - Graveside services have been set for Patty Ann Davis, 79, of Monterey, (formerly of Indianapolis and Summerfield, FL), who passed away Thursday, Aug. 18, at home surrounded by family.
She was born March 21, 1943 in Indianapolis, to the late Raymond E. and Agnes L. [Foster] Dawson. She married Walter Guss Davis on Dec. 31, 1961. He passed away Aug. 2, 2015.
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| Patty Davis |
She is survived by:
Robin (Bill) Reinhold, Monterey, Daughter
Kristi Sierra, Granddaughter
Andrew (Maya Ward) Barkley, Grandson
Colin (Paloma Escalante) Barkley, Grandson
Jonathon Ricks, Grandson
Jay Davis, Grandchild
Heather (Jesse Franklin) Davis, Granddaughter
Amy (Michael) Church, Granddaughter
Dustin (Eva) Reinhold, Grandson
Cole Reinhold, Grandson
Logan Reinhold, Grandson
14 Great-Grandchildren: Brennan, Ryle, Addison, Avery, Lily, Triston, Jackson, Carston, Ashon, Ridge, Alexander, Bryan, CJ, and Angelo.
Preceded in death by:
Melody Garrison, Daughter
Michael Davis, Son
Raymond Dawson, Infant Brother
Ernest Dawson, Brother
Mrs. Davis enjoyed crocheting and playing board games. She was an avid Elvis Presley fan. Most of all, she was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed.
A graveside service will be at 5 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 20, at Riverside Memorial Cemetery in Monterey, with Chaplain Tim Lee officiating. The Monterey American Legion will conduct military graveside services for Walter Guss Davis following Mrs. Davis’s services at the cemetery. The couple will both be laid to rest following services.
Memorial donations may be made to Kindred Hospice or Monterey American Legion.
Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Arthur L. Pierce
May 1936 to Au gust 18, 2022
WINAMAC - Arthur Lee ‘Art’ Pierce, 86, of Gary, passed away peacefully at 6 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 18, at home. He had failing health for the past decade. His devoted wife, Linda Kay (Fultz-Rhymer) and family, lovingly cared for him.
He was a long-time resident of Winamac. He was born in May 1936 at the Gilsinger family homestead in Pulaski County.
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| Art Pierce |
He is survived by Doris DelMagorie of Laporte, (sister), Nila Hartlerode of Harrison, Ark. (sister), Patrick ‘Pat’ (Sue) Pierce of Russellville, Ky. (brother), Virginia Pierce of Mishawaka, (sister-in-law), Glenn Arthur Pierce of Winamac, (son), Dale Robert Pierce of Winamac, (son), Marilyn Beth Nichols-Stump of Tampa, Fla. (daughter), Linda Marie DePoy of Winamac, (daughter), Karen Louise Cattin of Winamac, (daughter), John Mitchell (Sally) Rhymer of Azle, Texas (stepson), Tressie Sue Harrison of Dublin, Ga. (stepdaughter), 24 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.
Preceding him in death: Florice Benjamin ‘Ben’ and Mary Elizabeth (Gilsinger) Pierce (parents), Chester ‘Chet,’ Donald ‘Don,’ Robert ‘Bob’ Pierce (brothers), Glenn Arthur Pierce Jr. (grandson), David Bruce William Rhymer (stepson), and Alexander Paul Rhymer (grandson).
Mr. Pierce started as an apprentice heavy machine mechanic in 1956 at Inland Steel in East Chicago. He climbed the ranks as heavy machine mechanic instructor/foreman. He retired after 37 years of service in the steel industry. Pat Pierce (brother) remembers Art as the big brother who helped get him his first job in 1954 as ‘pin-setter’ for the Winamac bowling alley. Mr. Pierce took to the skies in 1964 as a private pilot (PPL). He diligently studied to earn flight instructor certification (CFI) for private craft and a pilot instrument rating (IR) honing the skill to fly solely from an instrument panel. He loved to take along passengers to share his fascination with flight. When flying solo, he enjoyed practicing dare-devilish loops, dives, stalls, and low flying tactical maneuvers to impress his fanfare of family and friends. He was disappointed that he did not pursue commercial flying. He did take pleasure when recognized by local papers: headline reading ‘Local Pilot Takes to the Skies’ for work commute from Winamac to Chicago area.
Mr. Pierce had strong ties to his roots in Pulaski County. His parents partitioned 40 acres east on Highway 14 to their seven children. In 1961, Art took part in helping his brother Pat start-up a small service station. The brothers named the business ‘Tony the Tiger’ now known as Chuck’s Engine Service. His interest as a mechanic and having a large property served his boyish ambitions and sense of adventure to become a collector of an eclectic fleet of locomotives. He relished his fleet of cars, trucks, bulldozers, loaders, dump trucks, panel wagons, fire trucks, planes, and so much more. His sense of adventure and curiosity followed him through life and he was always working on an innovative idea to make the world a better place. He shared his passions with his family and friends by arriving in style to family reunions with ‘Art’s Fire Truck’ for children and adults to ride. The fire hoses provided a cool blast to escape the summer heat.
Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 28, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A celebration of life service will follow at 3 p.m. (Sunday), at the funeral home with Lay Leader Barbara Kleinofen officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the family c/o Linda Pierce (wife).
Special heartfelt appreciation goes out to Tranquility Hospice and Palliative Care of Highland, Ind.
April S. Whaley
June 7, 1967 to August 17, 2022
WINAMAC - April S. Whaley, 55, of Francesville, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 17, at her home.
She was born June 7, 1967 in Rensselaer. She married Daniel A. Whaley on Nov. 24, 1982 in Winamac. He survives.
She is survived by:
Eric Whaley, Medaryville, Son
Adam Whaley, Lafayette, Son
Aubrey Clemans, Granddaughter
Roy Wireman Sr., Rensselaer Father
Delores Kay [Clemans] Wireman, Wheatfield, Mother
Sheila Wireman, Half-Sister
Jerry Wireman, Half-Brother
Preceded in death by:
Roy Wireman Jr., Brother
Shannon Wireman, Brother
Mrs. Whaley enjoyed crafting jewelry and collecting antiques. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
No services will be held.
Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Animal Center.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Shelby J. Moise
October 3, 1942 to August 14, 2022
WINAMAC - Shelby J. Moise, 79, of Rochester (formerly of Winamac), passed away Sunday, Aug. 14, at Hickory Creek in Rochester.
She was born Oct. 3, 1942 in Hazard, KY to the late Floyd and Maggie [Hurt] Hale. Her family moved to North Judson, in her youth. On Nov. 28, 1964, she married George R. Moise at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac. He passed away Nov. 11, 2012.
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| Shelby Moise |
She is survived by:
Richard A. (Rhonda) Moise, Rochester, Son
William R. Moise, Winamac, Son
Jessica (Brian) Conrad, Granddaughter
Kory Pruiett, Grandson
Jenna Moise, Granddaughter
Brady Moise, Grandson
Cadence Conrad, Great-Granddaughter
Avery Conrad, Great-Granddaughter
Barb Hale, Mishawaka, Sister
Phyllis Hale, Culver, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Bill Hale, Brother
Earl Hale, Brother
Wanda Ludwig, Sister
Reva Roberts, Sister
Mrs. Moise worked most of her life as a waitress. She met George while working behind the fountain counter at Stombaugh’s Drug Store in Winamac. She also worked at local classics like Fogarty’s, Wigwam, Colonial Inn, and Indian Head. She was a member of the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She enjoyed going for walks, visiting with friends, going out for coffee, and doing puzzles. The family wishes to thank the staff of Hickory Creek in Rochester for their tender loving care of Shelby.
Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 21, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Monday, Aug. 22, at the funeral home with Rev. David Broad officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the Pulaski Animal Center.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Betty L. Danford
August 20, 1937 to August 13, 2022
WINAMAC - Betty L. Danford, 84, of Winamac, passed away at 2:40 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13, Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.
She was born Aug. 20, 1937 in Star City to Clinton and Esther Schultz Drach. She married J.D. Danford on Aug. 4, 1957. He survives.
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| Betty Danford |
She is also survived by:
Ronda S. Denney, Winamac, Daughter
Cindy L. Rife, Cherokee, IA, Daughter
Diana L. (Daniel) Farris, Logansport, Daughter
Brandon (Lanna) Rife, Grandson
Megan Farris, Granddaughter
Natalie Farris, Granddaughter
Tyler Rife, Great-Grandson
Trista Rife, Great-Granddaughter
Preceded in death by:
Clinton Drach, Father
Esther Schultz Murphy, Mother
Donald Drach, Brother
Phyllis Nufer, Sister
Mrs. Danford worked as a dietary aide at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac for 25 years. She also worked as a waitress at Star City, and was a former employee at Stipp Bakery in Winamac. She attended Calvary Baptist Church in Winamac. She enjoyed playing BINGO and sitting in her yard swing. She was also an avid IU basketball fan.
Visitation will be from 1:30 to 3 p.m., Friday Aug. 19, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. (Friday), at the funeral home with Rev. David Norris officiating. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery in Star City.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Linda L. Wray
July 23, 1940 to August 11, 2022
WINAMAC - Linda Lee Wray, 82, of Kewanna (Bruce Lake) passed away Thursday, Aug. 11, at her home.
She was born July 23, 1940 in Logansport, to the late Walter J. and Irene B. [Quinn] Deeter. She graduated from Washington Township High School in 1959. She married Willard “Sonny” Wray Jr. on June 10, 1962 in Anoka, IN. He survives.
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| Linda Wray |
She is also survived by:
Willard “Willy” (Denise) Wray III, Debary, FL, Son
Christina (Tom) Short, Bruce Lake, Daughter
Ashley (Kevin) Kinsey, Granddaughter
Adam (Courtlyn) Wray, Grandson
Molly (Erick) Frazier, Granddaughter
Cameron (Kendra) Quillen, Grandson
Halle Short, Granddaughter
Great-Grandchildren: Blakely Wray, Hunter Wray, Rylee Wray, Alivia Frazier, Raeleigh Frazier, Haven Frazier, Ada and Emmy Frazier (twins), Kylee Quillen, Collin Quillen, and Sunney and Silas Quillen (twins).
Bob (Chris) Deeter, Brother
Mike Deeter, Brother
Walt (Lindy) Deeter, Brother
Norman (Jeanie) Helvie, Brother-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews & Great Nieces and Nephews
Robin Deeter, Lifetime Friend
Gerry Roesbery, Lifetime Friend
Preceded in death by:
Wyatt Dean Kinsey, Infant Great-Grandson
John E. Deeter, Brother
Diane “Annie” Helvie, Sister
Daisy Deeter, Sister-in-law
Jason Deeter, Nephew
Connor Hall, Great-Nephew
Linda was a member of Pleasant Hill Community Church in Bruce Lake and a past member of Logansport VFW Auxiliary Post #3790. Linda enjoyed crocheting, fishing, and playing cards. Most of all, she was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Linda loved her family very much.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday, Aug. 19, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Bruce Lake Cemetery in Bruce Lake.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Riley Children’s Hospital, St. Jude Children’s Hospital, and Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
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