Obituaries

May 8, 1921 to July 29, 2016

MEDARYVILLE - Wilma M. Coburn, 95, of Medaryville, died Friday, July 29, at Parkview Haven  Retirement Home, Francesville.

Born on May 8, 1921 in Teft, Ind., she was the daughter of the late Louis and Olive Claussen. She married Trever Nelson Coburn who preceded her in death in 1983. 

She is survived by her grandson, Rick Coburn; great grandchildren, Kristen and Trever; brothers, Don and Richard; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her sons, Bob and Nick; her grandson, Greg; and her siblings, Phyllis, Lou, Ed, and Bob. 

Mrs. Coburn and her husband owned and operated the Gamble Store in Medaryville for many years.  She had also worked as a cook at the Medaryville High School as well as several local restaurants. She was a tireless force in the community; having been active in the Medaryville Methodist Church, Westside Senior Center, Medaryville Lion’s Club, and Order of the Eastern Star. Her love of gardening was known to all, and her beautiful yard flowered with her hard work. She was a woman of small stature; but, great presence. She will be missed immensely.

Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, at Frain Mortuary, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Tom Dewlen officiating. Burial will take place at Independence Cemetery in rural Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to the Westside Senior Center in Wilma’s memory.

Online Condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.