Obituaries

October 17, 1954 to December 23, 2018

WINAMAC - Jeffrey Donald Puetz, 64, of Fowler, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Dec. 23, at Signature Health Care, Lafayette.

He was born Oct. 17, 1954 in Lafayette to Donald and Florence Sumpter Puetz. He was a lifelong resident of Benton County. He attended St. Mary's grade school and was a 1972 graduate of Benton Central High School.

He is survived by:
Florence Krebs, Fowler, Mother 
Mike (Peggy) Puetz, Fowler, Brother 
Rebecca (John) Stephens, Ambia, Sister 
Brian (Jill) Puetz, North Augusta, SC, Brother 
Roger (Angie Bell) Puetz, Gladewater, TX, Brother 
Louise (Ken) Gudas, Winamac, Sister 
14 Nieces and Nephews 
Many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Donald J. Puetz, Father 
Russell Krebs, Step-Father

Mr. Puetz worked for the Demeter elevator, driving a grain truck for several years. He enjoyed music, football and playing cards, as well as motorcycle riding and driving his Chevy truck. He also enjoyed writing letters to his nieces and nephews and often surprised them with a two-dollar bill. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fowler. He was always inspired to help the less fortunate, the food pantry being a favorite charity. He had a strong faith and looked toward St. Jude when times seemed hopeless or impossible.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 29, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Dunnington. A funeral mass will follow at 11 a.m. (Saturday), at the church with Rev. Peter Vanderkolk officiating. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Dunnington.

Memorial donations may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic School, Fowler.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.