Obituaries
David Boehning
March 26, 1943 to June 25, 2019
CLARKS SUMMIT, PA - David Boehning, 76, of South Abington Twp., Pa., died Tuesday afternoon, June 25, surrounded by his loving family, including his wife of 51 years, Charlotte Miller.
Born in Francesville, he was the son of the late George and Laura Boehning. He was a graduate of Francesville High School and received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Baptist Bible College & Seminary.
Also surviving are three daughters, Kristin Crichton and Paul, StacyAnn Matz and Jay, and Lisel Whipple and Drew; three brothers, Larry and wife, Marilyn, Tom and wife, Stacey, and John and wife, Linda; and seven grandchildren, Katelynn, Nathaniel, Jacob, Leyla, Kaelee, Liam and Lewis.
Mr. Boehning had a strong passion for missionary work while he lived in the Philippines from 1969 until 1981. Seven of those years, he served as pastor of Manilla Baptist Church. When he and his wife returned to the states, he served as a pastor in Miami, Lafayette, and Haddon Heights, N.J. He also taught as a mission’s professor at Clarks Summit University. He was a member of Heritage Baptist Church. He became a follower of Jesus Christ at a young age and was led into the ministry after the death of his 15-year-old brother, Fred. He devoted his life to helping others find their hope in Christ through Bible teaching, evangelism and discipleship.
Visitation hours will be from 5 to 6 p.m., Friday, June 28, at Heritage Baptist Church, 415 Vernard Road, Clarks Summit. A memorial service will follow at 6 p.m., at the church, with Rev Paul Osborne, assistant pastor, officiating. Interment will take place at 1 p.m., Monday at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc.
Memorial donations may be made to Heritage Baptist Church or Clarks Summit University.
Delores Galbreath
July 23, 1933 to June 28, 2019
ROYAL CENTER - Delores J. "Dee" Galbreath, 85, of Winamac passed away peacefully at 7:15 a.m., Friday, June 28, at Pulaski Healthcare Center in Winamac.
Born on July 23, 1933 at Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Delmar “DJ” and Harriett (Bell) Brown. She was a 1951 Star City High School graduate. On May 20, 1951 she married Donald E. Galbreath. He survives.
Also surviving is a son, Stephen L. Galbreath (Deborah) of Plymouth; daughter, Vickie L. Galbreath of Winamac; brothers, Ray Brown (Carolyn) of Evansville, Roy Brown (Linda) of Lake Cicott, Jim Brown of Star City and John Brown (Melody) of Arizona; sister, Mary Ann Warner of Culver; grandchildren, Douglas E. Galbreath (Wendy) of Topeka, David R. Galbreath (Sheila) of Beaver Creek, Ohio and Gregory L. Galbreath (Sara) of Sturgis, Michigan. She is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Aidan Galbreath, Logan Galbreath, Evan Galbreath and Faith Galbreath.
She was also preceded in death by one daughter, Rhonda Galbreath.
Mrs. Galbreath was a co-founder of Galbreath Inc. and Galfab, Inc. She also formerly worked in the Pulaski County Auditor’s office. She was an avid reader, as well as antique collector and dealer. She was instrumental in many community improvement projects including providing yearly scholarships for Pulaski County high school graduates. She was a member and former trustee at First Christian Church in Winamac. She was also a member of Star City Book Club, former board member of the Pulaski County Community Foundation and a trustee at Four County in Logansport.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, July 5, at First Christian Church, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Saturday. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 6, at the church with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the church.
Gloria J. Swing
June 5, 1945 to June 22, 2019
WINAMAC - Gloria J. Swing, 74, of Winamac, passed away at 2:47 p.m., Saturday, June 22, at Miller's Merry Manor, Culver.
She was born June 5, 1945 in Plymouth.
She is survived by:
Angela Jennings, Daughter
Duane Wilhelm, Son
Timothy Fish, Son
Jeremy Balsley, Grandson
Cody Jennings, Grandson
Everett M. Fish, Brother
Preceded in death by:
Everett Leroy and Laura Marcile Weaver Fish, Parents
Marilyn S. Brugh, Sister
Mrs. Swing enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening and watching the wildlife. She loved spending time with her family.
No Services will be held.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Edward W. Hooker
WINGATE – Edward Wayne Hooker, age 73, of Brookston, passed away at 8:44 p.m., Friday, June 14, 2019, in Kindred Hospital Indianapolis North.
He was born in Lafayette, April 14, 1946, son of Harold W. and Mary L. Robinson Hooker. He married Laura Jean ‘Sam’ Props, Nov. 7, 1981, in the Brookston United Methodist Church. She survives.
Also surviving are his father; Harold W. Hooker of Francesville; sons Neal (Lyndsay) Hooker, Greenwood, and Chad (Kati) Hooker, Delphi; a sister Connie (Tim) Sullivan of Ridgeville; and grandsons, Cooper and Cole.
He was preceded in death by his mother Mary, and grandparents Otto and Julia Hooker.
Mr. Hooker grew up on a farm west of Francesville, attended Gillam Grade School and graduated from Francesville High School with the class of 1964. He served with the Indiana National Guard from 1964-1970. He always liked nice cars, especially fast cars. Following high school he worked a few years in the ‘steel mills’ until he was hired by the old Monon Railroad (The Hoosier Line). He was then an engineer for L & N Railroad and retired after 40 years from CSX Transportation. He belonged to the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. He enjoyed football, especially the Indianapolis Colts, ‘March Madness’ and Purdue sports.
Visitation hours are 4 to 6 p.m., Saturday, June 22, at Faith West Church Community Center (1920 Northwestern Ave., West Lafayette, 47906) with the funeral service following visitation at 6 p.m., at the church, with pastors from the church officiating. A private family inurnment will be at a later date.
Memorial donations may be directed to Loving Hearts Animal Shelter, Lafayette.
Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate is handling arrangements for the family. Visit www.familyandfriendsfh.com to sign the guest book or leave a condolence.
Evelyn M. Fechner
February 2, 1919 to June 19, 2019
WINAMAC - Evelyn M. Fechner, 100, of Winamac, passed away at 2:43 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.
She was born Feb. 2, 1919 in Toto, to the late Carl and Hava Jordan Lainhart. She was the valedictorian of her class at Knox High School, Knox. On Dec. 31, 1939, she married Franklin W. Fechner. He passed away Aug. 29, 1985.
She is survived by:
Nancy Sue (Monty) Gum, North Judson, Daughter
John Robert Gum, North Judson, Grandson
Andrew Douglas Gum, Indianapolis, Grandson
Marion E. Lainhart, Ripley, Brother
Keith (Linda) Lainhart, Nephew
Gloria (Phillip) Tumey, Niece
Preceded in death by:
Harold C. (Marion) Lainhart, Brother
Mrs. Fechner had a 20-year banking career and retired in 1980 as bank manager from Farmers Bank and Trust Co. - Bass Lake Branch. During her time working for the bank, she attended classes at South Bend Business College. She was a longtime volunteer and member of the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She was also a volunteer at the American Red Cross and Von Tobel Senior Center. She was a devoted member of the Winamac Church of the Nazarene, where she enjoyed serving as a church greeter. Later in life, she was recognized on numerous occasions for her many hours of community service and generosity. She loved and appreciated people and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, June 24, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 25, at the funeral home with Rev. Don Franklin and Rev. Dave Broad officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Letitia A. Lucas
October 11, 1949 to June 17, 2019
WiNAMAC - Letitia A. "Tish" Lucas, 69, of Winamac, passed away at 5:35 a.m., Monday, June 17, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.
She was born Oct. 11, 1949 in Winamac, to Robert and Fern E. Smith Krieg. She married David G. Galbreath on Sept. 21, 1986. He died April 18, 2000. She married James E. Lucas on Oct. 11, 2008 in Winamac. He survives.
Also surviving are:
LeAnn (Don) Tunis, Winamac, Daughter
Robert Lewis (Karen) Hartwell, Greensboro, NC, Son
David Lucas, Flora, Step-Son
Cindy Lucas, Flora, Step-Daughter
Amber Lucas, Yeoman, Step-Daughter
Robert Lucas, Bristol, TN, Step-Son
Chastity (Shaun) Fox, Flora, Step-Daughter
Crystal Lucas, Flora, Step-Daughter
Judy Lucas, Peru, Step-Daughter
16 Grandchildren
11Great-Grandchildren
7 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Robert Krieg, Marion, Brother
Nancy (Greg) Teagle, Florida, Sister
Daniel (Lisa) Chamberlain, Indianapolis, Brother
Sheila Wilson, Step-Sister
Russell Antrim, Step-Brother
Jeff Antrim, Step-Brother
Kevin Antrim, Step-Brother
Preceded in death by:
Robert Krieg, Father
Fern E. Smith Krieg Antrim, Mother
Alex Taylor, Great-Grandson
John Antrim, Step-Brother
Mrs. Lucas had worked at the Winamac Bowling Alley, South Forty, Eagles Lodge, Rich's Cafe and Colonial Inn. She had also worked at Kewanna Metal Specialties and the Pulaski Health Care Center. She enjoyed bowling, baking, crocheting and going to the casino. She also enjoyed Karaoke. She liked to travel and spend time with her family. No one ever left her house with an empty stomach.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, at Frain Mortuary,Winamac. The funeral service will be follow at 7 p.m., at the funeral home with Gary Ashbrook officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Frain Mortuary to assist the family with expenses, or to the Heart Fund.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Margaret A. Anliker
October 11, 1933 to June 16, 2019
FRANCESVILLE - Margaret A. Anliker, 85, of Santa Rosa Beach, FL (formerly of Monticello), passed away at 3:13 p.m., Sunday, June 16, at Somerby of Santa Rosa Beach Assisted Living.
She was born Oct. 11, 1933 in Lafayette to the late John and Viola Ward Criswell. She was a 1952 graduate of Chalmers High School, Chalmers. She married Charles B. Anliker on March 5, 1955, in Monticello. He passed away on Oct. 26, 2010.
She is survived by:
Kenneth C. (Terri) Anliker, Chalmers, Son
Kurtis J. (Stephanie) Anliker, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Son
Christopher Anliker, Grandson
Joshua (Jessica) Anliker, Grandson
Kennedy Anliker, Granddaughter
Robert Anliker, Great-Grandson
Kaitlyn Anliker, Great-Granddaughter
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Kathryn Anliker, Daughter
12 Siblings
Mrs. Anliker was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville. She was also a member of Kappa Kappa Sigma Sorority in Chalmers. She was a homemaker, farm wife, and Longaberger Basket representative, spending most of her life in the Chalmers area and her retirement years in Monticello and Ft. Myers, FL. She enjoyed music and singing and the peaceful sound of the waves on the Gulf of Mexico. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, June 20, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville; and one hour prior to services Friday at the church. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 21, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville, with ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Envelopes will be provided by the funeral home; or visit https://www.michaeljfox.org/donate.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
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