Obituaries

March 21, 1934 to September 15, 2013

WINAMAC - Thomas W. Crissinger, 79, Star City, passed away at 8:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 15, in the Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

He was born March 21, 1934, in Pulaski, to the late William Ora and Rosa Crist Crissinger. He married Arvilla A. Rater on Dec. 3, 1954, in Jeffersonville. She survives.

Also surviving are:
David T. (Elaine) Crissinger, Winamac, Son
Michael L. Crissinger, Star City, Son
Jonathan M. (Michelle) Crissinger Sr., Plymouth, Son
Kathleen I. Taff, Winamac, Daughter
Jesse F. Peter, Star City, Son
10 Grandchildren
3 Step Grandchildren
15 Great Grandchildren
3 Step Great Grandchildren
Betty Maxwell, Winamac, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

He was preceded in death by:
2 Grandchildren
1 Great Grandchild
1 Granddaughter-in-law
1 Son-in-law
Mary Blohm, Sister
Robert Crissinger, Brother
George Crissinger, Brother
JoAnn Fox, Sister

Mr. Crissinger  farmed for 15 years, drove a semi truck for 35 years, and was a millwright from 1989 until his retirement. He was a member of Millwrights Union Local 1029. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Denham. He loved to sing at church. He was an avid NASCAR and dirt track racing fan. He formerly raced at Shady Hill Raceway for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a very generous person who was always helping people. He loved working on old tractors, fishing, and floating down the river with his family.

No services will be held. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be given to the First Baptist Church, Denham.