Obituaries

November 16, 1918 to June 17, 2016

WINAMAC - Lucille Love Wilson, 97, of Winamac, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Friday, June 17. 

She was born Nov. 16, 1918 in Francesville, to the late John "JC" and Augusta Grieger Werner. She married her Francesville sweetheart Lester Wilson on Nov. 26, 1943, in New York City, while he was on leave from the U.S. Navy.  After 69 years of marriage, he preceded her in death on Dec. 14, 2012.

Survivors include:

Jeffrey L. (Nancy) Wilson, Sarasota, FL, Son
Judy L. (David) Ross, DeLand, FL, Daughter
Gary B. (Cate) Wilson, Circero, Son
Sheila Wilson, Warsaw, Daughter-in-law
22 Grandchildren
19 Great Grandchildren
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Fredrick J. Wilson, Son
Mabel Werner, Sister
Lewis Werner, Twin Brother
Clarence "Jake" Werner, Brother
Marjory Warnell, Sister
Mildred "Mid" Hardy, Sister
Melba Sprinkle, Sister

Mrs. Wilson graduated from Francesville High School in 1936 and attended Purdue University. She was known for her strong work ethic which began in early childhood and continued throughout her life. As a young girl growing up in the Depression, she could be seen pulling a milk wagon throughout Francesville, often contributing her earnings for family needs. After high school, she worked in the Medaryville Garment Factory, saving money for college. As a married couple, the Wilsons settled in Winamac and raised their four children. At age 50, she learned to drive, making it possible for her to attend Kokomo Business College. Upon completing her degree, she began a second career in accounting, working first at St. Joseph Hospital and then Winamac Steel. She was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Winamac as well as the Tri Chi Literary Club. She was an excelent seamstress, and also enjoyed flower gardening, volunteer work, and visits from her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 22, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, June 23 at the funeral home with a graveside service to follow at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be given to St. Luke Lutheran Church, Winamac,