Obituaries

M. Maxine Parish

November 29, 1919 to May 7, 2019

ROYAL CENTER - M. Maxine Parish, 99, of Winamac,  passed away Tuesday, May 7, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving granddaughers April Simmermaker, Amy Parish and Abbey Eskridge; her friend and caretaker Jared Simmermaker, and friend Ronda Loehmer.

Born on Nov. 29, 1919, in Oak, Ind. (now called Thornhope), she was the daughter of the late Osta James and Mildred Lenora (Fultz) Smith. She spent her childhood in Thornhope with her parents and two brothers. One of her favorite memories was going to Chicago to visit her aunt during the 1933 World's Fair.

Survivors include her children: Janet Johnson of Culver, Charlene [Mike] Miller of Argos, and James M. [Joyce] Parish of Loxahatchee, Fla.; 15 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers: James Walter Smith and Donald Eugene Smith; daughter Carol Belt-Smith; grandson Richard “Rick” Belt; and son-in-law Ted Johnson.

Mrs. Parish was a strong, independent woman who liked to do things her way. She was an avid photographer for many years and had a large collection of favorite shots. In her later years she enjoyed taking photos of nature and visiting with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be remembered for her fiery spirit, love of coffee and fantastic Scrabble and Yatzee skills.

Per her wishes, there will be a celebration of Mrs. Parish’s life at a later date.

Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements.

Helen L. Miller

May 27, 1930 to May 20, 2019

WINAMAC - Helen Louise Miller, 88, of Warsaw, formerly of Ripley, passed away 1:05 a.m., Monday, May 20, at Cardinal Group Home, Warsaw.

She was born May 27, 1930 in Winamac, to the late William H. and Thelma I. Darlington Miller.

Ms. Miller was a wonderful and tenacious lady, and long-time member of the Cardinal family. She enjoyed telling the many stories of her past and sharing her history with those who would listen. She thoroughly enjoyed reading and singing hymns and other songs she remembered from growing up, her favorite being, "You Are My Sunshine."

Her Bible was always by her side and a smile always on her face. She loved any meal that consisted of fried chicken and fried potatoes and she especially loved drinking a pop with it. She brightened up every room she entered and those who knew her will always remember her as a lady with an affinity for life and living it to the fullest. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, May 24, at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. 

Mary E. Monson

January 17, 1951 to May 8, 2019

WINAMAC - Mary E. Monson, 68, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, May 8, at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born Jan. 17, 1951 in Danville, IL. She graduated from Danville High School.

She is survived by:
Lisa (Russell) LaBuda, Winamac, Daughter
Whitney LaBuda, Brookston, Granddaughter
Amillie (John) Zickmund, Dover, NH, Granddaughter
Abby LaBuda, Winamac, Granddaughter
4 Great-Grandchildren: Ryland, Kaden, Serenity and Dean
Sherrill Kramer, Danville, IL, Sister
Kathie Howey, Danville, IL, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Carl A. and Nina Pauline Peggs Neff, Adoptive Parents
James Edward and Jane Ann Wilson Peggs, Biological Parents
Jim Peggs, Brother
Jack Peggs, Brother

Mrs. Monson worked most of her life as a CNA. She retired from the Indiana Veterans Home in West Lafayette. She enjoyed flower gardening, online shopping and traveling. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and beloved pets. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and she will be dearly missed.

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, Winamac.

Joseph H. Huddleston

WINAMAC - Joseph Hayes Huddleston, 78, of Ashburn, VA (formerly of Vienna, VA) passed away on April 22, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with Parkinson 's disease.

Born in Lexington, KY, he was the only child of the late Col. Joseph J. (USAF) and Dorothy Hoesel Huddleston.

Survivors include his wife, JoAnn Huddleston; two daughters, Julie (Ken) Freyberger and Jill (Chad) McClelland; and five grandchildren, Nicole, Alec and Brady Freyberger, and Gwyn and Charlie McClelland.

Mr. Huddleston was a devoted father and grandfather and married to his wife for 54 years. He attended The College of William & Mary, served in the U.S. Air Force, and worked for the U.S. Treasury Department (U.S. Customs) until his retirement in 1996. In his retirement, he enjoyed golfing, fishing, reading, cycling on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail, and spending time with his family and friends. He was a loyal parishioner and Sunday school teacher at Vienna Presbyterian Church.

Mr. Huddleston will be laid to rest in Winamac - the birthplace of his parents and the source of many fond memories.

A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 22, at Winamac Cemetery with Rev. Dave Marty officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to Parkinson's Moving Day, Team Hayes' Huddle.

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

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. 

Larry L. Link

March 30, 1948 to May 9, 2019

WINAMAC - Larry L. Link, 71, of Winamac, passed away at 12:17 p.m., Thursday, May 9, at IU University Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born March 30, 1948, in Denham to the late Raymond Harold and Myrtle F. Cole Link. He was a 1966 graduate of Francesville High School. On October 20, 1973, he married Marcia Skinner at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, at Lake Bruce. She survives.

Survivors also include: 
Brandon Link, Winamac, Son 
Jodi (Reuben) Smith, Winamac, Daughter 
Kiara King, Granddaughter 
Cy'Anne Wooten, Grandaughter 
Toniya Link, Granddaughter 
Amiya Link, Granddaughter 
Tra'ohn Link, Grandson 
Sadie Pogue, Granddaughter 
Shaylynn Pogue, Granddaughter 
William J. (Vera) Ward, Valparaiso, Brother 
Mary Sue Link, Winamac, IN Sister-in-law 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Donald R. Link, Brother

In 2013, Mr. Link retired after 36 years of service to the Winamac schools. After retirement, he continued working at the school as a crossing guard for six years. He was a member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church. He enjoyed going to garage sales and collecting antiques. He also enjoyed having garage sales where he loved talking to everyone; he did not know a stranger. He was a gentle giant, a loving and kind man, a wonderful husband and a truly amazing dad and papaw. He will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, May 13, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 14, at the funeral home with Pastor Ed Trusty officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church.

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

Larry D. Shidler

April 24, 1940 to May 10, 2019

WINAMAC - Larry D. "Bean" Shidler, 79, of Winamac, passed away Friday, May 10, surrounded by his family, at home.

He was born April 24, 1940 in Pulaski, to the late Thomas Sr. and Ruth Florence Biddle Shidler. On June 29, 1959, he married Geneva Hines in Winamac. She passed away June 2, 2003.

Survivors include: 

Kathy Rehm, Daughter 
Larry D. "Charlie" Shidler Jr., Winamac, Son 
Karen (Ted) Wolfe, Winamac, Daughter 
Jesse (Karen) Shidler, Winamac, Son 
Billy Shidler, Winamac, Son 
Oscar (Heather) Shidler, Winamac, Son 
Adam (Lela) Shidler, Winamac, Son 
30 Grandchildren 
Lots of Great-Grandchildren 
Ralph Shidler, Medaryville, Brother 
Richard "Bick" Shidler, Argos, Brother 
Many Nieces, Nephews and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Cheryl Mulcare, Daughter 
Joshua Wolfe, Grandson 
2 Great-Granddaughters 
Wanda Myers, Sister 
Arnold "Jack" Shidler, Brother 
Edward Shidler, Brother 
Wayman "Bug" Shidler, Brother 
Garold Shidler, Brother 
Donald Shidler, Brother 
Nelson Shidler, Brother 
Orville "Todd" Shidler, Brother 
Thomas Shidler, Brother 
Paul Shidler, Brother 
John Shidler, Brother

Mr. Shidler worked as a farmer and iron worker most of his life. He was a member of Iron Workers Local #292 in South Bend. He was also a member of Moose Lodge #2513 and Fraternal Order of Eagles #2580 in Winamac, as well as the Sons of the American Legion Post #92 in North Judson. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting and camping. He was an avid NASCAR fan having spent a lot of time at Shady Hill, Eldora and Talladega. He was a talented ironworker, woodworker, builder and problem solver. He liked to listen to bluegrass and country music. He loved his family very much, especially spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 16, at the funeral home with Rev. David Norris officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Mt. Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.

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