Obituaries

Donald E. Davis

October 5, 1938 to May 29, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Donald Emerson Davis, 80, of Francesville, passed away Wednesday, May 29, at Franciscan Health Lafayette East Hospital.

He was born Oct. 5, 1938 in Amboy, to the late Herman and Eva Bowland Davis. He graduated from Francesville High School and served in the U.S. Air Force as an in-flight refueler.

He is survived by: 
Heather (Rick) Payne, Gallatin, TN, Daughter 
Angela (Scott) Jennings, Monticello, Daughter 
Samantha Davis, Francesville, Daughter 
9 Grandchildren 
1 Great Grandchild 
Sharon (Richard) Haby, Lafayette, Sister 
Martha Krohn, Winamac, Sister 
Judy Sierzputwoski, Lafayette, Sister 
Ruth Wright, Edmond, OK, Sister 
Mike Davis, Los Angeles, Brother 
Pat (Mic) Tiede, Francesville, Sister 
Kathy (Bob) Myer, Winamac, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

He was preceded in the death by: 
Shirley Hatfield, Sister 
Max Davis, Brother 

Mr. Davis was retired from Medaryville Youth Camp where he had worked as a custody supervisor. He was a race car driver in his younger years and loved to tell stories about his prized cars and wins. He was a great story teller and an even better joker. He loved to golf, gamble, work in his shop, and collect mowers. His was a life-long Cubs fan and very proud to see their World Series Win. He had an appreciation for junk yards, yard sales, auctions, and any good deal which is evidenced by his prized yard art. In his later years, he developed a fear of railroad tracks. More importantly, he loved his friends and family and was so appreciative of the time he spent with them.

Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 8, at the First Christian Church, Francesville, with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. The American Legion will conduct military honors at the church following services.

Memorial donations may be made to the First Christian Church of Francesville or St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.

Edward A. Fleury

July 21, 1948 to May 28, 2019

WINAMAC - Edward Allen "Chico" Fleury, 70, of Monterey, passed away at 1:05 a.m., Tuesday, May 28, at Golden Living Center, Kokomo.

He was born July 21, 1948 in Milwaukee, to the late James Edward and Mary Genevieve Allen Fleury. As a child, his family moved to Monterey where he attended Holy Family School through the 8th grade. He served as an altar boy at St. Anne's Catholic Church during grade school. He graduated from Monterey High School in 1966. He married Wanda Williams Webber on May 20, 1995 in Monterey. She survives.

He is also survived by: 
Tomara Jean (Jerry Campbell) Fleury, Lafayette, Daughter 
Alison Marie Agrawal, Jacobus, PA, Daughter 
Joey Ann (Randell Retschlag) Fleury, Culver, Daughter 
Angela Renee Fleury (Danny, Jr.) Winter, Culver, Daughter 
Kelly Dee Fleury, Culver, Daughter 
Allen Edward (Molly Gillespie) Fleury, Cincinnati, OH, Son 
Laura Lynn Beth Newman, Lafayette, Daughter 
Kathleen (Don) Howe, Winamac, Daughter 
Donnie Webber, Jr., Oliver Springs, TN, Son 
Lora (John) Robinson, Oliver Springs, TN, Daughter 
16 Grandchildren: Marena, Collin, Grace, Kristofer, Braxton, Krishna, Raam, Surya, Brady, Emily, Jayden, Deegan, Easton, Diana, Tiffany and Austin 
3 Great-Grandchildren: Walker, Ariel and Lily 
James C. (Arlene) Fleury, Monterey, Brother 
2 Nieces: Tina and Jamie

Preceded in death by: 
Douglas Paul Newman, Son 
Patrick Fleury, Infant Nephew

After high school, Mr. Fleury enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during Vietnam. He served with the 379th Combat Support Group at Randolph AFB (during the Tet Offensive). He was a member of the Monterey American Legion #399, Winamac VFW #1728 and AMVETS #79. He served as the Pulaski County Veterans Service Officer from 2010 until the time of his death. He was very proud to be a veteran and went above and beyond with his duties as the county service officer. Mr. Fleury was a lifelong member of St. Anne's Catholic Church in Monterey. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and music. He recorded two songs on a compilation album in Nashville, TN with AMI Records. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. In his younger years, he enjoyed coaching his daughters' softball and basketball teams. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, May 30, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A scriptural wake service will be at 4 p.m., followed by a rosary service. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Friday, May 31, at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Monterey with Rev. Michael McKinney officiating. Burial will be at St. Anne's Cemetery, Monterey. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Legion, VFW or AMVETS.

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

Judy A. Stigall

April 20, 1945 to May 27, 2019

WINAMAC - Judith Ann "Judy" Stigall, 74, of Winamac, passed away peacefully at 4:48 p.m., Monday, May 27, with her family by her side.

She was born April 20, 1945 in Winamac to the late John Martin and Dorothy Jane Chamness Tuley.

Survivors: 
Jerry (Kathy) Tuley, Winamac, Son 
William (Julie) Stigall Jr., Indianapolis, Son 
Brenda (Rex) Becker, Winamac, Daughter 
Lisa Griffo, Winamac, Daughter 
Cassie (Brian) Ginter, Granddaughter 
Bryan (Ali) Myers, Grandson 
Amber (Ben) Carroll, Granddaughter 
Samantha (Josh) Whitaker, Granddaughter 
Michael (Danielle Sowell) Stigall, Grandson 
Kimberly (Jeff Saltsman) Garling, Granddaughter 
10 Great-Grandchildren 
John (Nancy) Tuley, Brother 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Tracy Allen Stigall, Infant Son

Mrs. Stigall had worked as a supervisor at Modern Materials in Rochester. She also had worked as a CNA at Little Company of Mary, San Pierre, Hickory Creek, Winamac, and Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially flower gardening, boating and fishing. She also enjoyed listening to country music, dancing and collecting wind chimes. She was a loving mom, grandma and great grandma who loved spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 31, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Saturday at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 1, at the funeral home with Bishop Rick Helton officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Calvary Baptist Church.

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

Patricia L. Dumenric

September 3, 1947 to May 28, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Patricia Lee Dumenric, 71, of Francesville, passed away at 3:12 a.m., Tuesday, May 28, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

She was born Sept. 3, 1947 in Gary, to the late George and Grace Ballad. She graduated from Lew Wallace High School in Gary. She married James George Dumenric. He survives.

She is also survived by: 
Larry Lenon, Son
Richard (Gina Collins) Lenon, Son 
Christine (Brent) Penicaro, Daughter 
Michelle (Jacob) Gutwein, Daughter 
Nicole (Jeremy) Brown, Daughter 
Monica Dumenric, Daughter 
11 Grandchildren: Grace, Sam, Nicholas, Benjamin, Calleigh, Bella, Noah, Connor, Owen, Camille and Eden

Preceded in death by: 
3 Brothers: Steve, Bobby and Tom 
Emil and Louise Dumenric, Father and Mother-in-law

Mrs. Dumenric has been a resident of Francesville since 1991. She loved her family and her pets very much. She will be sadly missed.

A funeral mass will be at 3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, North Judson, with Rev. Terrence Bennis officiating. Burial will be at Idle Cemetery, Francesville. At the request of the family, all services will be private.

Memorial donations may be made SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. 

Clarence D. Beamer Jr

February 8, 1947 to May 27, 2019

WINAMAC - Clarence Delbert "Butch" Beamer Jr., 72, of Winamac (formerly of Uhrichsville, OH), passed away at 7:19 p.m., Monday, May 27, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born Feb. 8, 1947 in Dennison, OH to the late Clarence Delbert and Lillian Branch Beamer. He graduated from Uhrichsville High School in 1965. On Dec. 9, 1966, he married Sheila R. Rainsberger in Uhrichsville. She survives.

Survivors also include: 
Bruce Wayne (Paula) Beamer, Bowerston, OH, Son 
Carol Sue (Tracy) Beal, Winamac, Daughter 
Christopher Daniel "Danny" (Jane) Beamer, Uhrichsville, OH, Son 
Derrick (Tara) Beamer, Grandson 
Jenny (fiance: Shane) Beal, Granddaughter 
Elizabeth (fiance: Jim) Beamer, Granddaughter 
Brett Beamer, Grandson 
Noah Beamer, Grandson 
Bruce Wayne Beamer, Jr., Grandson 
Collin Beamer, Grandson 
5 Great Grandchildren: Emma, Ayden, Bryson, Jenna and Tessa 
Beth Grandison, Sister 
David Beamer, Brother 
James (fiance: Karen) Beamer, Brother 
Anna Fouts, Sister 
Jerry Riddle, Brother-in-law 
Several Nieces and Nephews 
And many, many Friends

Preceded in death by: 
Timothy William Thomas, Grandson 
Joyce Ann Riddle, Sister 
Chuck Beamer, Brother 
John Beamer, Brother 
Jim Fouts, Brother-in-law 

Mr. Beamer worked over 30 years as an automotive machinist in Ohio. He was a member of the Uhrichsville FOE #2264 and was a former member of the Winamac FOE #2580. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking. He was an avid Green Bay Packers and wrestling (WWE & UFC) fan. Most of all, he loved his family very much. He will be sadly missed.

No services will be held. Private disposition will take place in Ohio at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Indiana Donor Network.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Wanda J. Buczek

February 21, 1921 to May 24, 2019

MEDARYVILLE - Wanda J. Buczek, 98, of Medaryville, passed away at 3:30 p.m., Friday, May 24, at Oak Grove Retirement Village, DeMotte.

She was born Feb. 21, 1921 in Portland, OR to the late John and Selma Chorubski Jeleniewski. She grew up on a small farm on Mt. Talbert in Clackamas, OR. She graduated from Clackamas High School and earned an associate's degree in teaching from Marylhurst College. She married Walter John Buczek on Nov. 25, 1944, in Portland, OR. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by: 
Patricia J. Osbourn, New Hope, PA, Daughter 
David W. (Jean) Buczek, Rensselaer, Son 
Nancy D. (Wesley) Jones, Floyds Knobs, Daughter 
James A. (Sheila) Buczek, Medaryville, Son 
John R. Buczek, Medaryville, Son 
Amy (Mark) Perniciaro Golding, Granddaughter 
Nicole Rogue, Granddaughter 
Regina (Patrick) Sheets, Granddaughter 
Jobina (Brandon) Roberts, Granddaughter 
Marc (Angela) Jones, Grandson 
Adam Buczek, Grandson 
Erica (Jeff) Mandsager, Granddaughter 
Derek Buczek, Grandson 
16 Great-Grandchildren 
Many Nieces and Nephews

She was preceded in the death by: 
Melvin Jeleniewski, Brother 
Casmir Jeleniewski, Brother 
Jerry Jeleniewski, Nephew 

Mrs. Buczek was a teacher and principal at a two-room school house in Lone Rock, OR where the students rode their horses to school. In the early part of World War II, she received special training and volunteered as an enemy airplane spotter over the Pacific Ocean. She was also in the USO where she worked as a nurse's aide, among other important activities and duties. 
She met her husband while he was stationed at Ft. Lewis, WA. He was the best man and she was the maid of honor in her brother's wedding. They first met on the steps of the cathedral as they entered the church. They were married six weeks later, just before he was deployed to Okinawa. The couple moved to Lowell in 1946 to begin their life in farming and animal husbandry. In 1953, Henry Bush informed them of land available in Medaryville. In December 1953, the Buczeks bought "The Old Horse Ranch" with 360 acres of which only 60 acres were cleared. They cleared an additional 200 acres to build their farm and raise their family. 

After settling into the new home place, and with children at home, Mrs. Buczek was asked to help fill a teaching shortage in Pulaski County. While teaching, she earned a bachelor'sdegree in teaching from St. Joseph College in Rensselaer. She was a grade school teacher at Star City, Medaryville and West Central schools. In retirement, she was active with the Indiana and Pulaski County Retired Teachers Associations. She was a lifetime and very active member of St. Henry Catholic Church in Medaryville (which closed in 2017, at which time she joined St. Francis Solano Catholic Church in Francesville). She enjoyed singing in the St. Henry church choir and with the Pulaski County Extension Chords. She was a member of the National Council of Catholic Women, Polish National Alliance and Medaryville Lion's Club. She enjoyed visiting and playing cards with her friends at the West Side Senior Center. She was an avid supporter of West Central Trojans sports and music, having been recognized as a Trojan "Super Fan." She enjoyed bake sales and BINGO. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, May 29, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville. A scriptural wake service will be at 4 p.m., and the rosary will be recited at 9 p.m. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 30, at St. Francis Solano Catholic Church, Francesville, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to the West Central Scholarship Fund.

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