Obituaries
Sara L. Freeman
October 14, 1936 to July 17, 2022
ROYAL CENTER - Sara “Sally” L. Freeman, 85, of Winamac passed away peacefully at 4:02 a.m., Sunday, July 17, at home.
Born Oct. 14, 1936, in Winamac, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary Madeline (Moody) Owen. She was a 1954 graduate of Winamac High School.
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| Sally Freeman |
Survivors include her children Jay Hartwick of Winamac and Debra (David) Walters of Winamac; sister Carolyn Morgan of Winamac; grandchildren Sara (Melissa) Ludwig of Waterloo, Iowa, Steven Hartwick of Indianapolis, Chad (Morgan) Hemphill of Madison, Tenn., Randi Hartwick of Kokomo and Katherine (Justin) Ruff of Winamac; great-grandchildren Lyla Ruff, Alayna Ruff, Elliott Hemphill and Logan Ruff; and former spouse and friend Carl Freeman of Winamac.
She was also preceded in death by brothers William Owen, Thomas Owen and Gene “Ed” Owen and sisters Nancy Lowry, Mary Ellen Owen and Carol Sue Owen.
Mrs. Freeman was formerly employed at the Rice Corporation and Pulaski County School Corporation where she was a teacher’s aide in the art department. She later became the secretary and treasurer of the Winamac Church of the Nazarene until her retirement. She was an accomplished, self-taught artist and was known by many for her homemade pies. She was a devoted Christian whose love for Christ and others was a shining example of her faith. She had the remarkable ability to show selfless love and compassion to everyone she met. She was a beautiful, humble person who was clueless to the depth of love and respect others had for her. Family was of utmost importance to her. Get-togethers with immediate and extended relatives brought her great joy. She was lovingly known as “Sassy” to her great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life service will be at 12 noon, Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Winamac Church of the Nazarene. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Memorial donations may be made to the Winamac Church of the Nazarene.
Mrs. Freeman’s online guestbook is available and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory.
Jane E. Ewing
March 10, 1932 to July 17, 2022
WINAMAC - Jane E. Ewing, 90, of Winamac, passed away Sunday, July 17, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.
She was born March 10, 1932 in Winamac. She graduated from Kewanna High School in 1950. On July 23, 1955, she married Richard J. Ewing at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac. He preceded her in death.
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| Jane Ewing |
She is survived by:
James J. (Debra) Ewing, Carmel, Son
MSgt. Patrick A. (SMSgt. Theresa) Ewing, Ret. USAF, Tipp City, OH, Son
Margaret J. “Peggy” Ewing, Indianapolis, Daughter
Grandchildren: MSgt. Aaron Ewing, USAF; Amy Berkshire, Alyssa Owens, Conner (Paige) Ewing, Cameron Ewing, Katie Ewing, Michael (Paige) Ewing, Mishelle Ewing,
Lindsey (William) Giordano, and Mackenzie Surbey.
Great-grandchildren: Aiden Berkshire, Ava Berkshire, Gabriel Berkshire, Elijah Berkshire, Ethan Owens, Lexi Owens, Sebastian Ewing, Emelie Ewing, Annabelle Jane Ewing, Everett Michael Ewing, Olivia Giordano, and Scarlett Jane Giordano.
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
James Ora and Effie Luree [Long] Whipple, Parents
Michael R. Ewing, Son
Thomas L. Ewing, Son
Meghann K. Ewing, Granddaughter
Patricia L. (Gerald) Hagen, Sister
Betty S. (Paul) Willison, Sister
Mrs. Ewing worked at Shank’s Ladies Store for a few years and retired from Miller’s Men’s Store where she had worked for many years. She was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church where she was active in the Christian Mothers and Daughters of Isabella. She was a longtime member of the Pulaski County Human Services Board of Directors and was honored to be named Volunteer Senior of the Year in 2016. She was also active in a local home-economics club for many years and had previously volunteered at the hospital gift shop. She loved serving her community and Human Services was everything to her. She enjoyed reading and watching old movies, especially those with John Wayne. She was an avid Elvis fan and enjoyed her trip to Graceland with Peggy many years ago. Most of all, she loved her family very much.
A scriptural wake service will be at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, July 28, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Visitation will follow from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home. A funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 29, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac, with Rev. Adam Mauman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski County Human Services.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Judith M. Stankus
July 20, 1955 to July 13, 2022
WINAMAC - Judith M. “Judy” Stankus, 66, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, July 13, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.
She was born July 20, 1955 in Winamac to the late Horace “Pete” and Mary [Kuhn] Shellhart. She attended St. Peter’s School through eighth grade and graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1974. She earned an associate’s degree in accounting from Ivy Tech.
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| Judy Stankus |
She is survived by:
Jenifer M. Okuly, Marion, Daughter
Melissa A. Calvert, Marion, Daughter
Abigail L. (Jacob) Yazel, Winamac, Granddaughter
Caitlin J. Stankus, Winamac, Granddaughter
Jessica M. Calvert, Winamac, Granddaughter
3 Great-Granddaughters: Sarah, Sophia, and Ellianna
Gloria Staples, Warren, Sister
Bill Shellhart, Star City, Brother
Jim Shellhart, Star City, Brother
John (Karen) Shellhart, North Judson, Brother
Pat Shellhart, Royal Center, Brother
Pete Shellhart, Winamac, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Mary Ann Stankus, Infant Great-Granddaughter
Jason Michael Nelson, Infant Great-Grandson
Mike Shellhart, Brother
Mrs. Stankus was retired from 3M in Plymouth. She loved her family with all of her heart and will be sadly missed.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, July 18, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A scriptural wake service will be at 7 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating and will be followed by a rosary service. Private disposition will take place at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
James A. Hindes
December 6, 1959 to July 11, 2022
MEDARYVILLE - James A. Hindes, 62, of DeMotte, passed away Monday, July 11, in Crown Point.
He was born Dec. 6, 1959 to the late Warren C. and Carol A. [Clazaretto] Hindes. He graduated from West Central High School in Francesville. On May 25, 1985, he married Beverly J. Steffgen in Orland Park, IL. She survives.
He is also survived by:
Tara A. Hindes, DeMotte, Daughter
Devin N. Hindes, DeMotte, Daughter
Timothy J. (Jodi) Hindes, Brother
Preceded in death by:
Warren A. Hindes, Son
Mr. Hindes was the owner of Hindes Insurance Agency in Medaryville. He loved his family and friends. He especially loved his dogs, Shelby, Ringo and Jovie.
Private burial will take place at Independence Cemetery in Medaryville.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville.
Dave Budd
October 22, 1961 to July 9, 2022
WINAMAC - Dave Budd, 60, of Pulaski, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 9.
He was born Oct. 22, 1961 at home in rural Pulaski, to the late Harold and Ruth [Smith] Budd. He graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1980 and Indiana Central University in 1982. On Aug. 5, 1984, he married Karen Rife at Bethel Bible Church in Winamac. She survives.
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| Dave Budd |
He is also survived by:
Rebecca Budd, Lafayette, Daughter
Kathleen Budd, Winamac, Daughter
Jennifer Budd, Pulaski, Daughter
Susan Budd, Ft. Wayne, Sister
Linda (Bruce) Wells, Nappanee, Sister
Laura Horning, Goshen, Sister
And a large extended family
Preceded in death by:
Gerald and Mary Ann [Hatfield] Rife, In-Laws
Mr. Budd was the third generation owner and agent at Budd Insurance Agency in Winamac where he had been an agent for over 40 years. He was raised in the Pulaski Presbyterian Church where he had served as an elder and sang in the choir. He was devoted to serving the Lord through his service to others. He was an active member and deacon at Bethel Bible Church, a charter member of Pulaski County Camp of Gideon’s International, and a 40-year member of Winamac Kiwanis Club. He was an amateur geologist who supported Pulaski County 4-H as a project leader for many years. He and his family volunteered with the Indiana State Museum on numerous paleontological excavations. He was a loving and devoted husband and father.
A Kiwanis service will be at 2:45 p.m., Wednesday, July 13, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Visitation will follow from 3 to 8 p.m. (Wednesday) at the funeral home, and from 10 to 11 a.m., Thursday, July 14, at Bethel Bible Church in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, at the church with Pastor Don Whipple officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Gideon’s International.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Crystal E. Young
November 28, 1973 to July 6, 2022
WINAMAC - Crystal Elaine Young, 48, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, July 6, in Winamac after a brave fight with cancer.
She was born Nov. 28, 1973 in Winamac to Lenvel Franklin “Len” and Olive Kay “Sue” [Markley] Young.
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| Crystal Young |
She is survived by:
Sue Young, Winamac, Mother
Pierre Len (Becky Good) Young, Royal Center, Brother
Tonia Kay (Dick) Young-Babb, Kokomo, Sister
Sonia May Herrick, Rochester, Sister
Sgt. Justin Len Young, U.S. Army, Nephew
Loren Rebecca Young, Niece
Noah Loyal Good, Nephew
Cody Silas (Quinlyn Copeland) Rude, Nephew
Jacob Eugene Babb, Nephew
Richard Everett Babb, Nephew
Jason Daniel Martin, Nephew
Sgt. Tylar Len Martin, U.S. Army, Nephew
Breanna Ruth (Kyle) Gilbert, Niece
Zander Len Young, Great-Nephew
Kourtlyn Eilen Young, Great-Niece
Juniper Iris Reed, Great-Niece
Karen Marie Pratt, Aunt
Carol Lynn Crist, Aunt
Jan Long, Aunt
Dorothy Young, Aunt
Paul Krawchuck, Uncle
Many, Many Cousins
Mary Fort and Deana and Shirley Fort, Family Friends
Preceded in death by:
Len Young, Father
Charlie and Elizabeth [Long] Young, Paternal Grandparents
Loren Paul Markley, Maternal Grandfather
Betty Maxine [Galbreath] Markley Kloenne, Maternal Grandmother
Robert Eugene Kloenne, Maternal Step-Grandfather
Carson Silas Rude, Infant Great-Nephew
Kathy Lorene (David C.) Webb, Aunt
Timothy Joseph Pratt, Uncle
Rex W. Crist, Uncle
James Charles Young, Uncle
Harve Houston Long, Uncle
Udale (Hazel) Young, Uncle
Rondy Carson (Rosetta) Young, Uncle
Loretta Josephine Krawchuk, Aunt
George Clayton (Bessie) Young, Uncle
Hattie Nomia (Wade) Price, Aunt
Ms. Young was a WWE and NASCAR fan. She was an amateur genealogist and loved finding new information about her family. Upon her death, her genealogy books were donated to the Pulaski County Public Library where it is hoped someone in the family will continue her work and make amazing new discoveries.
Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m., Friday, July 15, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A memorial service will follow at 3 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home with Pastor Heath Hiatt officiating. Private entombment will be at Winamac Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Darrel G. Erb
November 16, 1949 to July 1, 2022
FRANCESVILLE - Darrel G. Erb, 72, lifelong resident and farmer of rural Francesville, passed away Friday, July 1.
He was born Nov. 16, 1949 in Lafayette, to the late Neil V. and Melba Ruth [Long] Erb. He graduated with the final class of Francesville High School in 1967.
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| Darrel Erb |
He is survived by:
Kurtis (Kelsey) Erb, Francesville, Son
Kory Erb, Francesville, Son
6 Grandchildren: Jaden, Braden, Rylan, Catherine, Kylie, and Kinsley
Debra (Jay) Blackwood, Step-Sister
Mary Jane (Mike) Royce, Step-Sister
Tara (Travis) Horvath, Niece
Joleen Erb-Abplanalp, Niece
Misty Falk, Niece
Tiffany (Tyler) Weldon, Niece
Carol Bucher, Francesville, Aunt
Many other nieces, nephews, and cousins
Preceded in death by:
Marceline [Sanders] Erb, Step-Mother
Cindy Jo Timmons, Sister
Darleen Erb, Sister
Patty Dunno, Step-Sister
Mr. Erb’s first job out of high school was working at the Monon stone quarry. He worked full time at Monon Trailer for nearly 20 years until taking over the family farm in the mid-1980s. He was an avid collector of toy tractors. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and playing golf. He coached his sons’ baseball teams and supported his grandchildren in all of their activities. He was a father-figure to many who valued his advice. He loved his family very much, especially his sons to whom he imparted much wisdom.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, July 11, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 12, at the funeral home with Brian Huber officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to Rensselaer Knights of Columbus Council #1881.
Online tributes may be made at frainmortuary.com.
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