Obituaries

Jeremy P. Tidwell

March 17, 1980 to March 5, 2022

WINAMAC - Jeremy P. Tidwell, 41, of Winamac, passed away Saturday, March 5.

He was born March 17, 1980 in Michigan City, to Roy and Janette Stewart Tidwell. He graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1998.

Jeremy Tidwell

He is survived by:
Isaiah (Caitlyn Ottow) Tidwell, Winamac, Son
Kyle Tidwell, Winamac, Son
Anthony (Katlyn Littleton) LaBonte, Monterey, Son
Janette Stewart Wilson, Mitchell, SD Mother
Roy (Shannon) Tidwell, Indiana, Father
Wilma Stewart, Warrenton, MO, Maternal Grandmother
2 Grandchildren: Axstin and Maddilyn LaBonte
Dustin Tidwell, Mitchell, SD, Brother
Matthew (Jessica) Tidwell, Michigan City, Brother
Sean Tidwell, Detroit, Brother
Amanda (Dani Harper) Tidwell, Illinois, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews
Several Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins
Mary Ann Sallee, Winamac, Former Spouse

Preceded in death by:
G.W. Stewart, Maternal Grandfather

Mr. Tidwell attended Moores Hill Baptist Church in Moores Hill, IN where he was baptized in June of 2020. He was a hard worker and was very hands-on. He worked in construction and fabrication. He enjoyed cooking and was well-known for his chicken and shrimp scampi. He was an avid Miami Dolphins fan and collector of Air Jordans. He had a great sense of humor and told amazing stories. He was a loving father, son, and brother. He believed in helping others and not being judgmental.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, March 17, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 6 p.m., March 17, at the funeral home.

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

Jerry L. Hanna

January 3, 1945 to February 28, 2022

WINAMAC - Jerry L. Hanna, 77, of Star City, passed away Monday, Feb. 28, at his home.

He was born Jan. 3, 1945 in Rensselaer, to the late Max and Ruth Putt Hanna. He grew up in White County, and attended school in Monticello. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. On Dec. 27, 2004, he married Kathleen Y. Williams Hewitt in Logansport. She passed away Dec. 30, 2021.

Jerry Hanna

He survived by:
Maj. Jackie Reszetar, U.S. Army Ret., Pennsylvania, Daughter
Tammie (SFC Joshua, U.S. Army Ret.) Christensen, Virginia, Daughter
Doug (Kim) Hanna, Texas, Son
Chase Durant, Grandson
Peyton Hanna, Grandson
Tyler Hanna, Grandson
Nancy Fuqua, Indiana, Sister
Jeff (Linda) Hanna, Indiana, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews

Mr. Hanna was retired, having worked most of his life as a heavy equipment operator with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local #150 in Countryside, IL. He was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Winamac, and former member of the Masonic Lodge in Illinois. He enjoyed hiking, fishing, and playing Euchre. He was a long-time friend of Bill’s. He valued a good conversation and was known for his great sense of humor. He will be remembered most for his Godly spirit and random acts of kindness.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Saturday, March 12, at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., Saturday, at the church with Pastor Tom Woodley officiating. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery in Star City. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Luke Lutheran Church.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Pearl Ruth Rowe

June 6, 1933 to March 1, 2022

NORTH JUDSON - Pearl “Ruth” Rowe, 88, of Winamac, passed away Tuesday morning, March 1, at her home.

She was born June 6, 1933 in Jackson (Breathitt County), KY. to William and Susie Jane Taulbee King. She married Floyd Carson Rowe on Dec. 10, 1955. They were married for 64 years before he preceded her in death.

Ruth Rowe

She is survived by her five children: Freddie John Rowe, Kenny Mack (Mary) Rowe and Floyd Carson (Maryann) Rowe Jr., all of Salyersville, KY, and Kathy Lynn Wera of North Judson and Ruby Ann (Rabion) Frasure of Winamac; 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; her brother Paul King of Jackson, KY; and sisters Dessie Londergan of Dayton, OH, and Betty Neace of North Judson. She had many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers William King Jr. and David King, sisters Mary White, Ruby Tolson and Viola Dunn.

In 1949, Ruth went to Chicago on a bus with her sister Ruby to seek work. While living there, she went on a blind date to see a live performance stage show called Julia Rosa with a man named Carson. That night she met the man of her dreams and the one she would spend the rest of her life with. He joined the Air Force in 1953 and was stationed in Alaska for two years. He was then transferred to Limestone, Maine. While on leave, the couple was married by a judge in Chicago. In 1958, they moved to North Judson to live with family. This is where they called home and raised their family. Carson would always say he “wanted a Queen but got a King.”

Mrs. Rowe’s greatest joys in life were spending time with her family and serving her church. She also enjoyed gardening, canning and cooking. She was known for her cornbread, fried chicken and hamburgers with steamed buns. She gave her heart and life to the Lord in November of 1959, while at the Denham Freewill Baptist Church. She was baptized shortly after, along with her husband and 17 others after having to cut through 15 inches of ice with a chainsaw. At the time of her death, Ruth was the last remaining charter member of the Denham Freewill Baptist Church.

The funeral service will be at 1 p.m. (CT) Sunday, March 6, with visitation from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior, all at the Denham Church. Burial will be at the Highland Cemetery in North Judson following the services.

Arrangements have been entrusted to O’Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson.

Sharon L. Cramer

June 3, 1940 to February 22, 2022

WINAMAC - Sharon L. Cramer, 81, of Winamac, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Feb.  22, at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born June 3, 1940 in Knox, to the late Frank and Elsie Keehn Elgin. She graduated from Knox High School. She married Robert A. “Bob” Cramer on Aug. 30, 1959 in Knox. He survives.

Sharon Cramer

She is also survived by:
Kim (Terry) Reinholt, Daughter
Lisa (Mark) Henderson, Daughter
Sarah Henderson, Granddaughter
Brandon Henderson, Grandson
Evelyn Stailey, Sister
Several Niece and Nephews

Preceded in death:
Barbara Chambers, Sister
Carolyn Elgin, Sister
Virginia Elgin, Sister
Sherry Mott, Sister

Soon after their marriage, Mrs. Cramer and her husband bought a house in Winamac which became their home for 62 years. She served the Lord faithfully throughout her life. She loved her family more than anything, especially spending time with her grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 25, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 26, at the funeral home with Dan Litfin officiating. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m., Saturday, at Hanna Cemetery in Hanna, IN, with burial following.

Memorial donations may be made to Gideon’s International.

Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Linda E. Molenda

July 7, 1949 to February 17, 2022

WINAMAC - Linda Ellen Molenda, 72, of Winamac, passed away peacefully Thursday, Feb. 17, at Lafayette Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette,

She was born on July 7, 1949 in Chicago, to the late Richard P. and Alice A. McKeon Wilkie. She graduated from Argo High School in Summit, IL.

She is survived by:
David (Linda) Molenda, Lindsay, ON Son
Jennifer (Jeremiah) Thompson, St. Louis, MO, Granddaughter
Autumn Thompson, Great-Granddaughter

Mrs. Molenda was a strong advocate for others in need. She will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

No services will be held. Private burial will take place at a later date.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Jack L. Giselbach

November 26, 1934 to February 16, 2022

WINAMAC - Jack L. Giselbach, 87, of Ora, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Feb. 16, at Northwest Health Porter Hospital in Valparaiso.

He was born Nov. 26, 1934 in Elwood, to the late Joseph Raymond and Helen Bernice Green Giselbach. He volunteered for the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War. On Sept. 28, 1977, he married Carole York, in Ft. Wayne. She survives.

Jack Giselbach

He is also survived by:
Ginny (Kathy Kellems) Trent, Francesville, Daughter
Brad (Jena) Giselbach, Champions Gate, FL, Son
Ben Giselbach, Ora, Son
Joseph Giselbach, Ora, Son
Jane (Bruce) Hestand, Noblesville, Daughter
Deanna Giselbach, Ocala, FL, Daughter-in-law
Grandchildren: Austin Trent, Kolt Trent, Chase Trent, Olivia Trent, Dawson Trent, Torie Hemphill, Justice Giselbach, Faith Hemphill, Allyson Hemphill, Patience Giselbach, Christian Giselbach, Alyssa Giselbach, Benjamin Giselbach, Chad (Mandi) Stewart, and Marie Young.
Several Great-Grandchildren
Mary Ingram, Elwood, Sister
Peach (Bill) Dodd, Elwood, Sister
Robin Driver, Elwood, Sister
Jim (Lekeeta) Giselbach, Fairmount, Brother
Tom (Ginnie) Giselbach, LaFontaine,
Eileen Giselbach, Sister-in-law
Joe Frazee, Brother-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Clay Giselbach, Son
1 Great-Grandchild
Sharon Buckler, Sister
Pat Frazee, Sister
Sudy Elmerick, Sister
Leo Giselbach, Brother
Bob Giselbach, Brother
Jerry Ingram, Brother-in-law

Mr. Giselbach retired from the Indiana Department of Corrections after nearly 20 years of service. He worked at Westville Correctional Facility and Medaryville Youth Camp. He loved the outdoors and had fond memories of playing in the family apple orchid in his youth. He was a talented young athlete who excelled in basketball, football, and baseball. He enjoyed helping others and was a former member of the Jaycees in Albion. He had a lifetime of love for gospel music and enjoyed singing with the Lake Shore Gospelaires. His love for the outdoors led him to become a Park Ranger at Chain O’ Lakes State Park in Albion. He was avid outdoorsman and had good memories of camping with his parents, family, and friends. His life was absorbed by caring for those he loved. He was a hardworking and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He loved his family very much, especially spending time with his grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 20, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac; and one hour prior to services Monday. The funeral service will be at 12 noon Monday, Feb. 21, at the funeral home with Pastor Etsie Allen officiating.  The American Legion and VFW will conduct military honors following services at funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to Denham Freewill Baptist Church.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.