Obituaries

Gail J. Feleki

August 27, 1939 to August 30, 2021

FRANCESVILLE - Gail J. Feleki, 82, of Francesville, passed away peacefully Monday, Aug. 30, at her home.

She was born Aug. 27, 1939 in Decoy, KY to the late Charlie and Laura Davis Smith. She was a 1957 graduate of Wheatfield High School. On Jan. 27, 1968, she married John Feleki. He survives.

Gail Feleki

She is also survived by:
Kimberly Powell, Arlington, VA, Daughter
Denise (Rick) Allen, Monticello, Step-Daughter
4 Grandchildren
9 Great-Grandchildren
Phyllis Mow, Sister
Wilgus (ZoeAnn) Smith, Brother
Jewell (Tom) Hazelgrove, Sister
Freida Passmore, Sister
Brenda (Larry) Gibson, Sister
Debbie Humphrey, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Sharon Feleki, Infant Daughter
Lois Wayne, Sister
Ray Smith, Brother
MaryAnn Roberts, Sister

Mrs. Feleki was a member of the Francesville First Christian Church. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Friday, Sept. 3, at the Francesville First Christian Church. The funeral service will follow at 12:30 p.m., Friday, at the church with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be at Independence Cemetery in Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to Francesville First Christian Church.

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

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

Herman Parish

May 21, 1940 to August 30, 2021

MONTICELLO – Herman Parish, 81, Monticello, passed away Monday, Aug. 30, at Creasy Springs Healthcare Campus, Lafayette.

He was born May 21, 1940 in Forest, Ill., the son of Herman Eddie and Thelma J. Strode Parish. He graduated from Medaryville High School in 1958. He was widowed.

Herman Parish

Survivors include:
Pam (Paul) Mitcham, daughter
Deb (Jeff) Sizemore, daughter
David (Stephanie) Parish, son
Six grandchildren: Derek (Jessica) Sizemore, Alex Sizemore, Alyssa (Zack) Tetrault,
Austin Parish, Andrew Parish, and Cruz Mitcham.
Three great-grandchildren: Isabelle Sizemore, Cora Sizemore, and Farrin Tetrault.
Olene Dahler, sister
Alvin Parish, brother
Nancy Aldridge, sister
Several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends.

Preceded in death by:
Wilma Miller, sister
Lawrence Parish, brother
Mitchell Parish, brother

Mr. Parish resided in Monticello most of his life. He had worked and retired as a mechanic for the former Howard and Sons John Deere of Monticello, from January of 1989 until his retirement in May of 2008. Previously, he had farmed for 28 years. He was an active member of the Monticello United Methodist Church. He also belonged to the Medaryville Lions Club and was a 50-year member of the Royal Center Masonic Lodge #585 F&A.M. He was an avid Notre Dame University fan, train enthusiast, and loved to ride motorcycles. Back in the day (when it was cool), he enjoyed country line dancing. He also liked to travel when he was able.

Visitation will be from 12 noon until the time of services at 2 p.m., Friday, Sept. 3, at the Miller-Roscka Funeral Home in Monticello. Masonic rites will be held at 2 p.m., conducted by the Royal Center Masonic Lodge. A celebration of life service will be officiated by Rev. Keith Raderstorf. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac.

In lieu of flowers, memorals may be given to Fransican Hospice Care, Creasy Springs Legagcy Unit both of Lafayette, or the Alzheimer’s Association. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home, or can be mailed to Miller-Roscka Funeral home at 6368 E. US 24, Monticello, IN 47960.

Barbara D. Kopka Davis Hardy

November 25, 1945 to August 27, 2021

WINAMAC - Barbara Diana Kopka Davis Hardy, 75, of Winamac (formerly of Royal Center) passed away Friday, Aug. 27, at Hickory Creek Healthcare in Winamac.

She was born Nov. 25, 1945 in Valparaiso, to the late Fred John and Cora Ellen Hall Kopka.

Barbara Hardy

She is survived by:
Frank (Kim) Widner, Winamac, Son
Fred (Jeanette) Widner, Monticello, Son
Starlett Widner, Granddaughter
Chrystle Olson, Granddaughter
Karli Widner, Granddaughter
Hailey Widner, Granddaughter
Ian Widner, Grandson
6 Great-Grandchildren
Connie Brownfield, Sister
Mary Ellen “Sis” (Ravi) Pawar, Sister
Rick (Deb) Kopka, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Debra Walter, Daughter
Daniel Widner, Grandson
Dennis Kopka, Brother
Richard A. Davis, Former Spouse

Mrs. Hardy enjoyed karaoke and BINGO. She loved her dog, Peewee. More than anything, she loved her family. She will be sadly missed.

A private service will be held at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Patricia A. O'Donnell

March 17, 1937 to August 27, 2021

WINAMAC - Patricia A. “Patty” O’Donnell, 84, of Goodland (formerly of Winamac), passed away at 6:30 a.m., Friday, Aug. 27, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville.

She was born March 17, 1937 in Monterey, to the late Clement V. and Marjorie M. Prendergast Keller. She graduated from Holy Family School in 1951 and Monterey High School in 1955. She spent her life working as a registered nurse; having earned her degree from Holy Cross Central School of Nursing in 1958. She married John William O’Donnell (Sr.) on May 4, 1963, at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Monterey. He passed away April 27, 2006.

Patricia O'Donnell

She is survived by:
Judy (Vic) Heater, Winamac, Daughter
Pat (Cheryl) O’Donnell, Logansport, Son
Susie O’Donnell, Winamac, Daughter
Maureen Inman, Goodland, Daughter
Ryan O’Donnell, Winamac, Son
Grandchildren: Dr. Amanda (Curt) Lords, Carolyn (Darron) Robinson, Leanne (John) Behny, Laura Bucinski, Rebecca Kopka, Michael (Dorri) O’Donnell, Angela (Scott) Compton, Jeff (Teressa) Garbison, Jenny (Mike) Kasten, Brian (Ashley) Crissinger, Alexandria Inman, Lauren (Brady) Edgar, Mackenzie O’Donnell, and Kaitlin O’Donnell.
Many Great-Grandchildren and Great-Great-Grandchildren
Michelle O’Donnell, Former Daughter-in-law
Tom (Toni) Keller, Nappanee, Brother
Bob (Sheila) Keller, Monterey, Brother
Jim (Bertie) Keller, Monterey, Brother
Jerry (Rea) Keller, Monterey, Brother
Danny (Peggy) Keller, Culver, Brother
Ruth Zehner, Monterey, Sister
Mary Large Personette, Logansport, Sister
Margie (Tim) Wise, Monterey, Sister
Colleen Keller, Winamac, Sister-in-law
Jean Keller, Monterey, Sister-in-law
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Brian O’Donnell, Infant Son
John William O’Donnell Jr., Son
Jim O’Donnell, Son
Sean O’Donnell, Grandson
Andrew Budd, Great Grandson
Carolyn O’Donnell, Daughter-in-law
Sharon O’Donnell, Daughter-in-law
Elsie O’Donnell, Former Daughter-in-law
Gary Inman, Former Son-in-law
Sheila Keller, Infant Sister
John Keller, Brother
Clem Keller, Jr., Brother
Don Zehner, Brother-in-law
James Large, Brother-in-law
Gene Personette, Brother-in-law

Mrs. O’Donnell worked for Dr. Eshelman in Monterey and then at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac, where she retired after 20 years. She was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac, as well as the Christian Mothers. She was also a member of the Pulaski County Genealogy Society. She was an active participant at the Von Tobel Senior Center in Winamac. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, sewing, painting, reading, and landscaping. Most recently, she made pillow cases and quilts as keepsakes for her family members. She dearly loved family reunions and winning BINGO. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 31, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A scriptural wake service will follow at 8 p.m., at the funeral home with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. A Christian Mother’s service and rosary service will follow. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 1, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac, with Rev. Daniel Shine officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church or Von Tobel Senior Center.

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

Deborah L. Herendeen

December 27, 1955 to August 26, 2021

WINAMAC - Deborah Lee “Deb” Herendeen, 65, of Winamac, passed away peacefully at 10:05 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 26, at home surrounded by her family and friends.

She was born Dec. 27, 1955 in South Whitley, to Larry and Nancy Lamle Herendeen. She graduated from Churubusco High School in 1974.

Deborah Herendeen

She is survived by:
Teresa Marie Cory, Winamac, Lifelong Friend
Corrie (Shaun) Hauptli, Medaryville, Honorary Daughter
Kirstie (Matt) Pieczko, Mattawan, MI, Honorary Granddaughter
Marissa (Logan) Wuethrich, Valparaiso,  Honorary Granddaughter
Jillian Hauptli, West Lafayette, Honorary Granddaughter
Connor Pieczko, Honorary Great-Grandson
Leah Wuethrich, Honorary Great-Granddaughter
Selah Wuethrich, Honorary Great-Granddaughter
Nancy Hile, Churubusco, Mother
Rick (Tina) Herendeen, Homosassa, FL, Brother
Haley Herendeen, Niece
Hanna Herendeen, Niece
Jaime (Chase) Clevenger, Niece
Dustin (Eric Eisenmenger) Pence, Nephew
2 Great-Nieces: Kaelyn and Ellie

Preceded in death by:
Larry Herendeen, Father
Pam Pence, Sister

Ms. Herendeen was a master of the martial arts. In 1997, she won the world championship title in women’s fighting, competing against 103 women. At the wish of her grand master, she competed in the World Master Forms Competition against men from 63 countries and placed third in the world. She taught the art of Tang Soo Do and horseback riding to many. She was an avid equestrian and a talented rider. She was an extraordinary woman and a true work of art. She was a kind and sensitive woman who loved her family and friends deeply.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 1, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A second visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 2, at Harper Funeral Home in Albion. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home in Albion. Burial with committal services will be at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Albion.

Memorial donations may be made to Noble County Saddle Club.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Bruce A. Wagner

October 14, 1951 to August 25, 2021

MEDARYVILLE - Bruce Allen Wagner, 69, of Medaryville, passed away at 2:12 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 25, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

He was born Oct. 14, 1951 in Winamac to the late Fred Eugene and Dolores Mae Schultz Wagner Sr. He graduated from Medaryville High School in 1970. He served as an MP at Ft. Lewis, WA during the Vietnam Era.

Bruce Wagner

He is survived by:
April (Kirby) Wuethrich, Zionsville, Daughter
Corey Wagner, Owensboro, KY, Son
Abigail Wuethrich, Granddaughter
Cale Wuethrich, Grandson
Susan (Fred) Jungels, Medaryville, Sister
Patricia “Tish” Wagner, West Lafayette, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Karen Dalka Wagner, Medaryville, Former Spouse

Preceded in death by:
Fred Eugene Wagner Jr., Brother

Mr. Wagner worked as a machinist at McGill Manufacturing in Malden, IN for 26 years. He also worked at Braun Corporation in Winamac for several years. He was a member of IAM Lodge #1227. He was raised in the Medaryville Methodist Church. He was a member of the Winamac FOE #2580. He was a former member of the Masonic Lodge, fire department, and police department in Medaryville. He also coached football at West Central High School for a few years. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and gardening. He also enjoyed motorcycles and dirt track races. He loved his family and friends, especially keeping up with his grandchildren’s activities. He will be deeply missed.

Private services will be held at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville. Private burial will be at White Post Cemetery in Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to West Central Athletic Boosters (for the football program) or to the Memorial Swinging Bridge Project.

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