Obituaries

Samuel J. Bailey

January 20, 1941 to March 19, 2021

KNOX - Samuel J Bailey, 80, of Monterey, died Friday, March 19, in South Bend.

He was born Jan. 20, 1941 in Knox, the son of the late Samuel Bailey Sr. and Olive Locke Bailey.

Surviving are his wife, Joyce Bailey of Monterey; sons Tom Bailey of Argos, Todd Bailey of Argos, Anthony Bailey of Orlando, Fla., and Brian Steinke of Bremen; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by daughter Christine Stuff, and sisters Betty Woods and Evelyn Ahlenius.

Mr. Bailey worked as a farmer. He was a member of the St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church in Logansport, and was on the North Bend Township Advisory Board. He enjoyed living in the country and farming. His greatest passion was spending time with his family.

A graveside service will be at (10 a.m. (CT) Friday May 21, at Bass Lake Cemetery. Braman and Son Memorial Chapel of Knox, is in charge of arrangements. Services will be live on Braman and Bailey Facebok page at the time of service. Interment will follow at the Bass Lake Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to St James Evangelical Lutheran Church in Logansport, or to Indiana Lions Eye Bank.

Bruce and Phyllis Munroe

July 18, 1935; August 5, 1936 to May 19, 2021

WINAMAC - Bruce and Phyllis Munroe, of Culver, passed away Wednesday, May 19. They were longtime residents of Culver and had formerly lived in Indianapolis and Scottsdale, AZ.

Bruce was born July 18, 1935 in Agawam, MA to the late Charles and Edna Munroe. He grew up in Indianapolis and was a 1954 graduate of Culver Military Academy. After graduation, he attended Butler University and Indiana University.

Phyllis was born Aug. 5, 1936 in Eaton, IN to the late Lloyd and Dora Knife Richardson. She graduated from Ball Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. She completed post graduate studies in operating room management at the graduate hospital of University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

They are survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Grant and Ginny Munroe of Culver; and preceded in death by a son, Alex Munroe whose seven children survive (Caroline, Charlie, Emerson, Owen, Lucy, Elliot, and Josie).

Mr. Munroe worked 40 years in the petroleum industry as a marketing manager. He was an avid sailor. He enjoyed working as a sailing instructor at Culver Summer School where he was affectionately known as “Captain Munroe.” Mrs. Munroe worked at IU Medical Center and the Indiana Hand Center at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was very fond of dogs. The couple enjoyed socializing with their friends in Culver. They especially enjoyed attending Wine Time and Yacht Club parties as well as sharing a good meal at Café Max, Frieda’s, The Lakehouse, The Original Root Beer Stand, or Culver Coffee Co.

At the couple’s request, no services will be held. They will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved them. If you wish to honor their memory, please make a memorial donation to a local animal shelter or humane society.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Michael D. Good

March 14, 1971 to May 17, 2021

WINAMAC - Michael D. “Mike” Good, 50, of Winamac, passed away unexpectedly at his home Monday, May 17.

He was born March 14, 1971 in Winamac to Ralph E. and Colleen F. Biedron Good. He graduated from Culver Community High School in 1989.

He is survived by:
Hunter Good, Hamlet, Son
Colleen Good, Winamac, Mother
Jeff (Shirley) Good, Winamac, Brother
Lera (fiancé: Jackson Jewell) Good, Logansport, Niece
Caleb Good, Winamac, Nephew
Joanne Biedron, Winamac, Aunt
Dwayne Good, Star City, Uncle
Larry Good, Winamac, Uncle
Janet (Wally) Colligan, Sarasota, FL, Aunt
Marvin (Susan) Good, Buffalo, Uncle
Chester A. (Linda) Good, Royal Center, Uncle
Lester A. (Valerie) Good, Kewanna, Uncle
Joyce E. Szot, Willow Springs, IL, Aunt
Melvin J. (Marsha) Good, Star City, Uncle
Many Cousins
Michele Singleton Good, Hamlet, Former Spouse

Preceded in death by:
Ralph Good, Father
Ira and Irma Koepkey Good, Grandparents
Joe and Anna Stefaniak Biedron, Grandparents

Mr. Good worked his entire life as a welder. He enjoyed participating in and attending tractor pulls. He enjoyed working with his hands and could fix anything mechanical. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his cat, Toby. More than anything, he loved his family, especially his son, Hunter. He will be deeply missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 21, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 22, at the funeral home with Rev. Jeff Seger officiating. Burial will be at Pulaski Presbyterian and Community Cemetery in Pulaski.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Animal Center or Pulaski Presbyterian and Community Cemetery Association.

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

Josephine Bailey Wireman Denton

June 7, 1948 to May 15, 2021

MEDARYVILLE - Josephine “Jo” Bailey Wireman Denton, 72, of Medaryville, passed away Saturday, May 15.

She was born June 7, 1948 in Rensselaer, to the late Clifford and Lorena Stone Bailey. She attended Medaryville High School. She was raised and baptized at Bailey’s Corner Church. On Jan. 8, 1966, she married her first husband, John Wireman Jr. at Bailey’s Corner Church. They raised four children. He passed away Feb. 1, 1983. On Sept. 7, 1985, she married Danny Denton at Bailey’s Corner Church. They had one daughter. He survives.

She is also survived by:
Dawn (Johnny) Conley, North Judson, Daughter
Adriene’ Wells, Knox, Daughter
Johnie Scott (Jennifer) Wireman, Sullivan, Son
Angel (Gordon Jr.) Burger, North Judson, Daughter
Cherish (Scott) Shafer, Knox, Daughter
17 Grandchildren
14 Great-Grandchildren
Kenneth (Denise) Bailey, Brother
Sandra Harris, Sister
Vivian (Gordon) Marlin, Sister
Marlene (Bob) Bellemey, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Ronald Wells, Son-in-law
Daniel Harris, Brother-in-law
Rob Bellemey Jr., Nephew
Mike Shidler, Nephew
Crystal Harris, Niece

In 1998, at the age of 50, Mrs. Denton received her high school diploma from North Judson-San Pierre High School. She was a proud homemaker, but held numerous jobs over the years. She enjoyed working at Head Start in Winamac. She always worked hard to care for her family. She was a longtime member of the Medaryville Assembly of God Church. She taught Sunday school and children’s church for many years. Her calling to teach was evident to all. She enjoyed working in the church and praising the Lord through song. She was the leader of Faith, a gospel singing group. She loved to read the Bible and was faithful to pray for others. She will be remembered for her devotion and love for the Lord. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a loving and caring person who always put others first. Her life was a true testament and example of how a relationship with the Lord should be.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 19, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville. The funeral service will be at 12 noon, Thursday, May 20, at Medaryville Assembly of God Church with Pastor Tom Dewlen officiating. Burial will be at Sutton Cemetery in Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to Medaryville Assembly of God Church.

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

Sarah L. Baker

April 7, 1924 to May 14, 2021

WINAMAC - Sarah Lavon Baker, 97, passed away peacefully, at 9:27 a.m., Friday, May 14, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac. She was a life-long resident of Harrison Township in Pulaski County, and lived her entire life in the same house on the family farm which was awarded the 100-year Hoosier Homestead Award in 2005.

She was born April 7, 1924 in rural Winamac to the late Herman and Cleda Annetta Tuttle Davidson. On Aug. 12, 1939, she married Chester Richard Baker in Winamac. He died March 18, 2009.

She is survived by:
Dennis (Ena) Baker, Glendale, CA, Son
Sue Baker, Kewanna, Daughter-in-law
Michael (Traci) Martin, Grandson
Trent (Amy) Baker, Grandson
Chad (Samantha) Baker, Grandson
Kristy Kay (Wyatt) Showley, Granddaughter
Danielle Baker, Granddaughter
Brittany Baker, Granddaughter
Great-grandchildren: Andy Baker, Jaqualyn Baker, Makenzie Martin, Malakaih Martin, Maleah Martin, Micah Martin, Maverick Martin, Ethan Showley, Joel Showley, Aiden Showley, Wynter Baker, Willow Baker, Brady Baker, and Bryce Baker.
David (Phyllis) Baker, Davenport, FL Nephew
John (Jackie) Baker, Winamac, IN Nephew
Michael Tuttle, Cousin
Rochelle (John) Ortman, Honorary Family

Preceded in death by:
Lucinda “Cindy” (Robert) Martin, Daughter
Paul C. Baker, Son
Annetta Mae (Clayton) Baker, Sister
Charles Chester Martin, GrandsonFrom 1958-1984, Mrs. Baker served as the administrator of Pulaski County Public Library (formerly Winamac-Monroe Township Public Library). She was instrumental in the health and well-being of the local library. She attended Winamac High School, Manchester College, and Indiana University. She was a member of the Indiana Library Federation, a former member of Beta Beta Latreian Sorority, and was a Mu Epsilon Toastmistress.

A few years after their marriage, Sarah’s sister Annetta married Chester’s brother, Clayton. Sarah and Chester raised three children who grew up very close with their double cousins. The Bakers enjoyed winters spent in Lake Okeechobee, FL until Mr. Baker’s death. She was a long-time member of the First Presbyterian Church in Winamac, joining in 1954. She loved her church and served many years as an elder and organist. She enjoyed music, especially singing with her sister at weddings and listening to Christian music. She also enjoyed bird watching and gardening. She always had a beautiful flower garden. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. She will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday, June 13, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m., at the funeral home with Rev. Nelda Seger officiating. Burial will be at 10 a.m., Monday, June 14, at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pulaski County Public Library, or Winamac Presbyterian Church, or the Memorial Swinging Bridge Project.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Ronny Rushing

November 18, 1947 to May 12, 2021

WINAMAC - Ronny “Ron” Rushing, 73, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, May 12, at his home.

He was born Nov. 18, 1947 in Sardis, MS to the late William Charlie and Tishie Pauline Ladd Rushing. He graduated in 1967 from Emerson High School in Gary. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1967 and served during the Vietnam War. On Jan. 1, 1968, he married his high school sweetheart, Karen Gorby. She survives.

He is also survived by:
Michael Rushing, Winamac, Son
Shawn Roetman, Indianapolis, Daughter
Steven Rushing, Muskegon, MI, Son
Teah Rushing, Indianapolis, Daughter                             
Katlynn “Kiki” Rushing, Indianapolis, Daughter
Griffin Rushing, Muskegon, MI, Grandson
Paulette Wagner, Valparaiso, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
William “Larry” Rushing, Brother
Glenda McBryer, Sister

Mr. Rushing and his wife raised three children. Later in life, they traveled to China and adopted Teah and Kiki. Ron was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who loved his family. He enjoyed traveling, fine dining, movies, and shopping. He will be dearly missed.

The family will host a private celebration of life event at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or Memorial Swinging Bridge Project.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.