Obituaries

June 30, 1949 to January 10, 2024

WINAMAC - Carl Michael Calfee, 74, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 10, at his home.

He was born June 30, 1949 in Oceanside, CA to Marine CPL Carl Edison and Nora Frances [Boyle] Calfee. As a young boy, his father was killed in an accident and his mother died of tuberculosis. He was adopted by his Uncle Leonard Floyd Calfee and Aunt, Loureene Enid [Kinsey] Calfee (now deceased) who raised him as their own. He married Carol Sue Heims on Nov. 6, 1976 in Winamac. She survives.

Carl Calfee

He is survived also by:
Jeremy Calfee, Kewanna, Son
Dana (Michael) Creasy, Winamac, Daughter
Nichole (Luke Fritz) Calfee, Winamac, Daughter
Grandchildren: Brianna Calfee, Ethan Calfee, Austin Creasy, Dalton Creasy, Gavin Fritz, William Fritz, and Kylie Fritz.
One great-grandchild on the way

Preceded in death by:
Jerlaine Carla Kasper, Sister
Constance Ellen Esparza, Sister
Ann Frances Calfee, Infant Sister

After graduating from Reeves High School in Adak, AK in 1968, Mr. Calfee joined the U.S. Naval Reserves and worked on crab boats in Alaska. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1968, and after completing boot camp in San Diego, , he was stationed at Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach, VA. From April-October 1971, he had the great privilege to serve aboard the USS Saratoga CV-60 during the world’s first evaluation the CV concept. In November 1971, after three years of service, he received an honorable discharge at Norfolk Naval Station in Norfolk, VA. In 1972, he moved to Winamac (what he called Mayberry). Carl and Carol enjoyed the outdoors together, including hiking, long walks and mushroom hunting. Over the years, he worked for John Williamson construction, Winamac Steel, and Torx. His main career was spent working at Galbreath for 31 years. The most important part of his life was his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 16, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the funeral home with Pastor James Adcock officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion-Franklin Twp. Cemetery in Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com