Obituaries

July 9, 1939 to February 20, 2024

WINAMAC - Mary E. Swartzell, 84, of Winamac, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 20, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

She was born July 9, 1939 in Winamac to the late Joseph J. Sr. and Agnes G. [Braun] Nicolas. She graduated from Winamac High School in 1958, and married Donald R. Swartzell on July 5, 1958. He passed away Dec. 31, 2012.

Mary Swartzell

She is survived by:
Steven (Bonnie) Swartzell, Monterey, Son
Constance (Kevin) Roe, Winamac, Daughter
James (Cletha) Swartzell, Winamac, Son
Donna (Dale) Lindstrom, Winamac, Daughter
8 Grandchildren
11 Great-Grandchildren
Paul Nicolas, Indianapolis, Brother
Steve (Linda) Nicolas, Winamac, Brother
Several nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by:
Matthew R. Lindstrom, Infant Grandson
Joseph J. Nicolas Jr., Brother

Mrs. Swartzell was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church and the Ladies of Charity. She enjoyed gardening and making crafts. She sold Stanley Home Products and made woven rugs for many years. Most of all, she was a devoted wife and mother who doted on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

A private graveside service will be held at Reed Cemetery in Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at the cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church or Reed Cemetery.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.