Obituaries
Carl M. Calfee
June 30, 1949 to January 10, 2024
WINAMAC - Carl Michael Calfee, 74, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 10, at his home.
He was born June 30, 1949 in Oceanside, CA to Marine CPL Carl Edison and Nora Frances [Boyle] Calfee. As a young boy, his father was killed in an accident and his mother died of tuberculosis. He was adopted by his Uncle Leonard Floyd Calfee and Aunt, Loureene Enid [Kinsey] Calfee (now deceased) who raised him as their own. He married Carol Sue Heims on Nov. 6, 1976 in Winamac. She survives.
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| Carl Calfee |
He is survived also by:
Jeremy Calfee, Kewanna, Son
Dana (Michael) Creasy, Winamac, Daughter
Nichole (Luke Fritz) Calfee, Winamac, Daughter
Grandchildren: Brianna Calfee, Ethan Calfee, Austin Creasy, Dalton Creasy, Gavin Fritz, William Fritz, and Kylie Fritz.
One great-grandchild on the way
Preceded in death by:
Jerlaine Carla Kasper, Sister
Constance Ellen Esparza, Sister
Ann Frances Calfee, Infant Sister
After graduating from Reeves High School in Adak, AK in 1968, Mr. Calfee joined the U.S. Naval Reserves and worked on crab boats in Alaska. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1968, and after completing boot camp in San Diego, , he was stationed at Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach, VA. From April-October 1971, he had the great privilege to serve aboard the USS Saratoga CV-60 during the world’s first evaluation the CV concept. In November 1971, after three years of service, he received an honorable discharge at Norfolk Naval Station in Norfolk, VA. In 1972, he moved to Winamac (what he called Mayberry). Carl and Carol enjoyed the outdoors together, including hiking, long walks and mushroom hunting. Over the years, he worked for John Williamson construction, Winamac Steel, and Torx. His main career was spent working at Galbreath for 31 years. The most important part of his life was his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 16, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the funeral home with Pastor James Adcock officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion-Franklin Twp. Cemetery in Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.
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
Betty L. Podell
August 15, 1933 to January 10, 2024
WINAMAC - Betty Louise Podell, 90, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 10, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.
She was born Aug. 15, 1933 in Denham, to Kenneth and Rosanna [Rater] Kasten. She graduated from North Judson High School in 1951. On Oct. 24, 1951, she married Orvel W. Podell Jr. at the Methodist Church in North Judson. He passed away Nov. 30, 2018.
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| Betty Podell |
She is survived by:
Rhonda (Jim) Pierrou, Winamac, Daughter
Karen Button, Winamac, Daughter
Laura (Keith) Heigl, Winamac, Daughter
12 Grandchildren: Angela (Charles) Bolen, Brian (Julie) Pierrou, Cody (Hannah) Pierrou, Thomas Button, Kayleen Button, Lizzie Button, David (Melissa) Heigl, Jeff (Cindy) Heigl, Joe (Amber) Heigl, Katy (Jake) Swider, Matt Heigl and Sam Heigl.
21 Great-Grandchildren
Vera Ward, Valparaiso, Sister
John (Joyce) Cooper Jr. Hebron, Brother
Dan (Deb) Cooper, Greenup, IL, Brother
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Kenneth Kasten, Father
Rosanna [Rater] Kasten Cooper, Mother
John M. Cooper Sr., Step-Father
John Melvin Button, Infant Grandson
Leland T. Howard-Button, Infant Great-Grandson
Thomas Kasten, Brother
William Ward, Brother-in-law
Mrs. Podell was a retired farmer and substitute postmaster in Denham. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Denham and Gideon’s International. She was also a member of the Pulaski County Democrats and Pulaski County Farm Bureau. She served on the Pulaski County Election Board and as the Jefferson Township Trustee for many years. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially farming and gardening. Most of all, she loved being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, Jan. 15, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the funeral home with her grandsons Jeff Heigl and Cody Pierrou officiating. Burial will be at Denham Cemetery in Denham.
Edwina Martin
January 21, 1941 to January 8, 2024
WINAMAC - Edwina “Winnie” Martin, 82, of Winamac, passed away Monday, Jan. 8, at her home.
She was born Jan. 21, 1941 in Winamac to the late Joseph and Antonia [Arndt] Gudas. She graduated from Star City High School in 1958 and continued her education at Northwestern University in Chicago. On Sept. 16, 1967, she married Michael Martin in Winamac. He passed away June 22, 2004.
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| Winnie Martin |
She is survived by:
Antoinette “Tina” (Ken) Zuchel, Palatine, IL, Daughter
Michael “Hook” Martin Jr., Coloma, MI, Son
Eric (Iwona) Martin, Plano, IL, Son
Grandchildren: Kaila Zuchel, Colin Zuchel, Robert Winters, Kristin (Josh) Nadolski, Ryan Martin, Brianna “Bree” Thomas, Austin Edgar, and Matthew Martin.
Great-grandchildren: Aiden Grandolfo, Finley Short and Kelsey Nadolski.
Mary (Jim) Perry, Piqua, OH, Sister
Ed (Patty) Gudas, Star City, Brother
Erica Gudas, Muncie, Sister-in-law
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Bette Martin-Edgar, Daughter
Kaitlyn Edgar, Granddaughter
JoJo Gudas, Sister
Al Gudas, Brother
Joseph Gudas, Jr., Brother
Millie Redweik, Sister
Frankie and Johnny Gudas, Infant Brothers
Mrs. Martin was retired from a career in graphic arts. She was a history buff and rock enthusiast who also enjoyed traveling, watching game shows, and gardening. In recent years, she served on the board of Pulaski Human Services. She was a kind and encouraging woman who always served others first. She loved her family dearly and will be sadly missed.
Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 13, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 14, at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Private entombment will be at Winamac Cemetery (South Lawn Addition) in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski County Human Services.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Margaret A. Reid
June 10, 1955 to January 3, 2004
WINAMAC - Margaret Ann Reid, 68, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 3, at Franciscan Health Hospital in Lafayette.
She was born June 10, 1955 in Winamac to the late Chris E. and Roseann [Hein] Ols. She graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1973. On April 19, 1975, she married Michael Reid in Monticello.
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| Margaret Reid |
She is survived by:
Michael Reid, Star City, Former Spouse
Tonia (Jeremy Wegner) Reid, Winamac, Daughter
Erin (Chris Lease) Reid, Bruce Lake, Daughter
Beth (Dave Fellers) Reid, Bruce Lake, Daughter
Penelope Wegner, Granddaughter
Celia Wegner, Granddaughter
Charlie Lease, Granddaughter
Chris A. (Lee) Ols, Greentown, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Mrs. Reid worked at BraunAbility for over 25 years. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and traveling. Most of all, she loved her family and spoiling her granddaughters.
A private graveside service will be held at Mt. Zion–Franklin Twp. Cemetery in Winamac, with Chaplain Teri White officiating. A celebration of life event will be from 4 to 6 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 13, at the Opera House in Winamac.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests planting a tree in memory of Margaret or making a memorial donation to the Arbor Day Foundation.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Larry G. Hoover
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| Larry Hoover |
July 29, 1941 to December 31, 2023
KEWANNA - Larry G. Hoover, 82, of Winamac passed away at 8:50 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 31, at Hickory Creek of Winamac.
Born July 29, 1941 in Winamac, he was the son of the late Cecil and Jessie (Tyler) Hoover. He was a 1959 Star City High School graduate.
Survivors include several nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces and nephew.
He was preceded in death by brothers Steven Hoover and Terrill “Tate” Hoover and sister Sandra Knebel.
Mr. Hoover was retired from the state highway department after 37 years. He enjoyed the outdoors and mushroom hunting.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 13, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Metzger Chapel, Kewanna. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
Mr. Hoover’s online guestbook is available and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Naomi Starr Hoffman
February 12, 1961 to December 29, 2023
ROCHESTER - Naomi Starr Hoffman, 62, Winamac, passed away Friday, Dec. 29, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac, after a lengthy battle with multiple sclerosis.
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| Starr Hoffman |
She was born Feb. 12, 1961, to Joy Byers and William Sheridan. Growing up in Kewanna, she shared her childhood with her younger sister, Twyla. She graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1979.
She is survived by her mother Joy Byers of Rochester, her sister Twyla (Bill) Rader of Danville, a nephew Wil (Madison) Beaty of Coatesville, uncles Dale (Jeannie) Byers of Logansport, Dean (Clarisse) Byers of Plymouth, and Jay (Martine) Byers of Logansport, and many cousins.
To pursue her dream of caring and helping others, Starr graduated from Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in Ft. Wayne in 1983. Following her education at Fort Wayne, she pursued her bachelor’s degree in nursing at St. Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, 1991. She provided care to many patients at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Logansport Memorial, and St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center in Plymouth. She furthered her education by obtaining a master’s degree in management from Indiana Wesleyan University in 1996. She worked in many different areas of nursing which included oncology, critical care, home health care and was an early pioneer for organ procurement. At home, she was passionate about her cats, dogs and any furry creature that needed food and bed to sleep. She never turned away a stray animal that needed a home.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 6, at Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel, Logansport. Service arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Rochester.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com
Rudolph W. Rose Jr.
October 29, 1930 to December 24, 2023
ROYAL CENTER - Rudolph “Rudy” W. Rose Jr., 93, of Winamac passed away at 3:30 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 24, at Hickory Creek of Winamac.
Born Oct. 29, 1930 in Pulaski County, he was the son of the late Rudolph and Mollie (Rater) Rose Sr. He married Geraldine “Jerry” Fredel on April 18, 1953, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac. She preceded him in death on Dec. 8, 2019.
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| Rudy Rose Jr. |
Survivors include his children Susan (Darwin) Knebel of Winamac, Jeff (Emily) Rose of Lexington, NC and Laurie (Dewain) Davis of Winamac; brother James “Jim" (Bertha) Rose of North Judson; grandchildren Matthew (Trisha) Knebel, Eric (Jennifer) Knebel, Jordon Rose, Justin Rose, Brittany (Steven) Larson and Brandon (Shelby) Davis. He is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by brothers Charles Rose and Edward Rose.
Mr. Rose formerly owned and operated Rudy Rose Construction Company since 1977. He enjoyed cutting wood, woodworking, playing guitar, traveling with his wife in their motor home and square dancing. He was devout in his faith and was a longtime member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church.
A mass of Christian burial will be at 1p.m., Thursday, Dec. 28, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until the time of the mass at the church. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations can be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church.
Mr. Rose’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, Royal Center.
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