Obituaries

December 29, 1918 to January 10, 2013

WINAMAC - Robert Wayne Geddes, 94, Celeste, TX, formerly of Winamac, passed away at Thursday, Jan. 10, at his residence.

He was born Dec. 29, 1918, in Rockford, IL, to the late Robert and Lyle Geddes. He married Barbara Jean Evans on April 24, 1953, in Logansport. She passed away on Dec. 8, 1990.

Survivors include:
DuWayne Geddes, AZ, Son
Gale Geddes, TX, Son
Marlin Marie Geddes, AZ, Daughter
Patsy (Stephen) Hultgren, Monon, Daughter
Alan (Patty) Geddes, FL, Son
5 Grandchildren

Preceded in death by:
Lawerance Geddes, Son
2 Grandchildren
2 Sisters

Mr. Geddes was a member of the Professional Rodeo Association. He was a longtime resident of Winamac, moving to Texas in 1999. He was a retired truck driver and formerly worked at Galbreath Inc. He was a saddle maker and worked with leather.

According to Mr. Gedde's wishes, his body has been donated to science.

A graveside service and burial will be held at Star City West Cemetery, Star City, at a later date.

Memorial donations may be given to Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund, 101 Pro Rodeo Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, 80919. One-hundred percent of the proceeds are given to injured cowboys.