Obituaries

Chris E. Calentine

August 11, 1947 to December 25, 2016

WINAMAC - Chris E. Calentine, 69, of Lake Bruce, passed away at 9:36 p.m., Sunday, Dec/ 25, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born Aug. 11, 1947 in Mattoon, IL. On April 30, 1972, he married Tae Cha Kim. She survives.

He is also survived by:
Clifford Calentine, Son 
Sheri Spear, Daughter 
Ken Freestone, Son 
Many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren 
Several Brothers and Sisters 

Mr. Calentine served in the U.S. Navy. He and his wife owned a food concession business and together they enjoyed preparing and cooking food. He also enjoyed making and designing jewelry. He was an avid fisherman.

The family will host a private celebration of life service.

Memorial donations may be made to the Lake Bruce Association or to the family.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. 

Harold L. Hoover

December 22, 1933 to December 22, 2016

WINAMAC - Harold L. "Hoot" Hoover, 83, of Winamac, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, at Millers Merry Manor, Culver.

He was born Dec. 22, 1933 in Pulaski County to the late Charles and Alvina Meyer Hoover.

He is survived by: 
Lorna (Smed) Miller, Winamac, Daughter 
Lee Hoover, Dover, DE, Daughter 
Carol (Ricky) Kline, Mishawaka, Daughter 
Allen (Cindy Cox) Hoover, Brooklyn Park, MN, Son 
Andy Hoover, South Bend, Son 
Ron Hoover, South Bend, Son 
Grandchildren: Dustin Hoover, Brandi Kline Silver, Nathan Gonzalez, Tana Hoover, Ryan Cox, Nick Hoover, Chris Hoover, Sarah Hoover, Ricky Kline Jr., Cory Kline, and
Stefanie Kline.
13 great grandchildren 
Gary (Linda) Hoover Knoxville, TN, Brother

Mr. Hoover was a Winamac High School graduate. He served in the U.S. Army National Guard from 1951-1957. He played baseball in Winamac as a young man. He and his father became avid Chicago Cubs fans. He enjoyed seeing his beloved Cubs become World Series Champs this year. He also enjoyed watching the Chicago Bears, Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos. He cheered the Broncos and Peyton Manning to their Super Bowl win. He retired after 29 years working as an electrician for the town of Winamac, and truly enjoyed working for the electric department. He enjoyed bowling, pitching horseshoes, mushroom hunting, gardening, fishing and shooting pool. He especially enjoyed talking with people and swapping stories. He enjoyed any time that he got to spend with his family and close friends. He was a member of the Winamac Eagles and Winamac VFW. He was also a member of St. Peters Catholic Church in Winamac.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m., until 1 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 28, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home.Burial will be at St. Peters Cemetery, Winamac. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the activities department of Millers Merry Manor or Pulaski Health Care Center.

Twilia C. Patterson

January 24,1953 to December 22, 2016

MEDARYVILLE - Twilia Christina Patterson, 63, of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, at Evergreen Crossing Rehab Center, Indianapolis.

She was born Jan. 24, 1953 in Winamac, to the late Elmer and Mary Lu Malchow Poisel. On May 31, 1980, she married Mark Patterson at the Medaryville Christian Church. He survives.

Also surviving are:
Nancy King, Daughter
Amelia Patterson, Daughter
Victoria (Joanne) Patterson-Weber, Daughter
Siblings: David (Shari) Poisel, Dorothy “Dottie” Trusty, Penny Kasten, Jenny Swinford
Robin Poisel, Sister-in- law

Preceded in death by:
Siblings: Kenny Poisel, Rod Shreve, Linda Chreve

Mrs. Patterson was the oldest of eight siblings. She grew up in the Medaryville area and attended Medaryville Christian Church where she came to know the Lord. She was a graduate of West Central High School. She was a member of the Crooked Creek Baptist Church in Indianapolis. She enjoyed music and spending time with her family.

A Memorial Service will be held at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 27, at Crooked Creek Baptist Church in Indianapolis. Locally, visitation be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 28, at Medaryville Christian Church, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 2 PM p.m., Wednesday, at the church. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.

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

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com. Arrangements entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville.

Phyllis A. Hulmes

August 31, 1940 to December 23, 2016

WINAMAC - Phyllis A. Hulmes, 76, of Winamac passed away at 6:30 a.m., Friday, Dec. 23, at Miller's Merry Manor, Culver.

She was born Aug/ 31, 1940 in Rankin, IL to the late Lorin and Louise Smith. On Nov. 19, 1960, she married Leonard Hulmes in Rankin. He preceded her in death on Jan. 4, 2010.

Survivors include: 
Julie A. (Thomas) Girton, Monterey, Daughter 
Eric L. (Heather) Hulmes, Winamac, Son 
Janel R. (Christopher) Marsh, Peru, Daughter 
Grandchildren: Megan (Matt) Carter, Casey (Whitney) Girton, Shane Hulmes, Tanner Hulmes, Riley Schultz, Sadie Schultz, and Torin Marsh. 
Great-Grandchildren: Reese Carter, Breelyn Carter, Sydney Girton, Kaylee Girton, and Hunter Girton. 
Sisters: Beverly Overbey, Carolyn Unzicker, aNancy (Dennis) Hari, and Jean Swanson. 
Brothers: Robert Nease, Tom (Dolly) Nease, and Larry (Pam) Nease.

Preceded in death by: 
Lorin and Louise Smith Nease, Parents 
2 Infant Sisters 

Mrs. Hulmes graduated from Rankin High School and also completed beauty school in Champaign, IL. She was an active member of the Monterey United Methodist Church where she served as the pianist for over 30 years. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women and was well known for her homemade noodles. She was not only a hairdresser, but also an equal partner in the farming operation. She was also proud to be a homemaker. Mrs. Hulmes enjoyed baking, cooking, sewing, and crocheting. In her later years, she enjoyed traveling with her friend Sandi Holcomb. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She will be dearly missed by all. 

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 28, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services at the church Thursday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 29, at Monterey United Methodist Church with Pastor Kevin Marsh officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey.

Memorial dontions may be made to Monterey United Methodist Church, American Cancer Society, or the American Heart Association.

Messages of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.frainmortuary.com.

Donald Miller

August 19, 1964 to December 12, 2016

WINAMAC - Donald Miller, 52, of Star City, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, in Indianapolis.

He was born Aug. 19, 1964 in Chicago to the late Frank and Myrtle Humphreys Miller.He married Lisa Pitts on Aug. 16, 2003. She survives.

He is also survived by many brothers and sisters.

Mrs. Miller was a very hard worker, employed as an over-the-road truck driver. He was a loving husband. He was a man with a very kind heart and will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 23, at Star City United Methodist Church, Star City. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m., at the church with Rev. Ruth Waite officiating.

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

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com. 

Christine Shires

March 7, 1975 to December 18, 2016

WINAMAC - Christine "Tina" Shires, 41, of Winamac passed away at 11:03 a.m., Sunday Dec. 18, at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born March 7, 1975 in Evansville to Allen and Linda Adler Schmitt. On Oct. 9, 1998, she married Sylvester "Syl" Shires in Winamac. He survives.

She is also survived by: 
Michael Schmitt, Monticello, Son 
Selena Shires, Winamac, Daughter 
Adrianna "AJ" Shires, Winamac, Daughter 
Linda Schmitt Haubstadt, Mother 
Greg Schmitt, Poseyville, Brother 

Preceded in death by: 
Allen Schmitt, Father 

Mrs. Shires was a graduate of Mater Dei High School in Evansville and had worked as a certified nursing assistant. She was a member of the Catholic faith and attended St. Peter's Church in Winamac. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and reading. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter and sister. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 20 at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A funeral mass will follow at 1 p.m., at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery,Winamac.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in the form of Mass Intentions or to the family to establish an education fund for her daughters.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.