Obituaries
Joan M. Henry
November 19, 1925 to February 23, 2019
WINAMAC - Joan Mabel Skillen Henry, 93, of Winamac, passed away at 12:15 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 23, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.
She was born Nov. 19, 1925 on the family farm in Star City, to the late Charles E. and Violet F. Metz Skillen. On Feb.27, 1946 she married Byron Kennedy Henry. He died Dec. 4, 2009.
 She is survived by:
Clint D. Henry, Winamac, Son
Carla Henry (Frank) Shidler, Star City, Daughter
Marsha Henry Norris, Noblesville, Daughter
Grandchildren: Isaac (Carrie) Henry, Nancy (Isaac) Henry Mitchell, Abraham Henry, Jeremiah Gilman, Jordan Gilman, Regina Shidler (Steve) Maltese, Reese (Gretchen) Shidler, Rachelle Shidler (Graham) Conklin, Ariel Norris, Naomi Norris, Samara Norris abd Robert Norris III,
Great Grandchildren: Malachi Henry, Ezra Henry, Jonah Henry, Naomi Henry, Emerson Henry, Gibson Henry, Claire Henry, Kennady Scott,
Dylan Scott, Elliot Shidler, Molly Maltese, Stephen Maltese, and Violet Conklin.
Preceded in death by:
Karen Kay Henry Gilman, Daughter
John Skillen Brother
Robert Skillen,Brother
As a young girl, Mrs. Henry workedd and played on the family farm in Star City. She retired from First Union Bank in Winamac in 1988. She was a member of Winamac Presbyterian Church and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was also a past member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She enjoyed traveling domestically and abroad. She and her husband Byron shared occasional fishing trips. Attending concerts, musicals and shows was a favorite pastime. She compiled family history and genealogy. She was fashion conscious and loved to shop. She especially enjoyed eating chocolate. She liked antiques, glassware and hot cocoa. Joan will be remembered for her sweat nature and beaming smile.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 26, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Rev. Ruby Kleymann officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Legion Auxiliary or the Winamac Presbyterian Church.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Michael A. Davis
July 23, 1969 to February 24, 2019
WINAMAC - Michael Allen Davis, 49, of Monterey, formerly of California, passed away Sunday, Feb. 24, at his residence in Monterey.
He was born July 23, 1969 in Indianapolis, to Walter G. and Patty A. Dawson Davis.
He is survived by two adult children: Heather Davis, Howe; Justice Davis, Fayetteville, NC
His two grandchildren: Triston and Lillian
His Mother: Patty A. Davis, Summerfield, FL
His sister: Robin (Bill) Reinhold, Monterey, IN
His Nieces and Nephews and Great Nephew
He was preceded in death by:
Walter G. Davis, Father
Melody Garrison, Sister
Mr. Davis served in the U.S. Navy during Operation Desert STorm on the USS Kitty Hawk. He had worked a variety of dirrerent jobs over the years and was very good at all of his tasks. He was a true "Renaissance Man." He was a talented artist who loved to fish and hunt arrow heads. He loved being on the water and playing pool. He traveled across the U.S. nine times. He will always be remembered for saying, "Remember the little things, Live life, No Regrets."
Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. (Wednesday), at the funeral home. Burial will be at Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey. Military graveside services will be held.
Online condolences may be offerd in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Nellie J. Minix
November 7, 1936 to February 20, 2019
WINAMAC - Nellie J. Minix, 82, of Winamac, passed away peacefuly at 3:25 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 20, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac
She was born Nov. 7, 1936, in Winamac to the late Orval A. and Grace H. Brown Thompson. On Feb. 27, 2003, she married Lacy Minix. He survives.
She is also survived by:
Grace Smith, Royal Center, Daughter
Christina (Joe) Smith, Logansport, Granddaughter
Amanda (Floyd) Williams, Leiter's Ford, Granddaughter
Jason (Terah) Smith, Leiter's Ford, Grandson
6 Great Grandchildren: Drake, Kaitlyn, Dakota, Dylan, Dallas and Micah
Nancy Ritter, Logansport, Step-Daughter
James (Cindy) Ritter, Gaston, Step-Son
Donna (Bill) Kite, Royal Center, Step-Daughter
Kevin Minix, Winamac, Step-Son
Tamara (Richard) Collins, Knox, Step-Daughter
Ellena (Rocco) Calabrese, Winamac, Step-Daughter
Darryl Ray (Angie) Minix, Knox, Step-Son
Mary and Julie, Step-Daughters
Many Step-Grandchildren and Step-Great-Grandchildren
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Millard Smith, Son-in-law
Jonathan Minix, Step-Son
Lily June Thompson, Infant Sister
Doris Thompson, Sister
Ervin Thompson, Brother
Mrs. Minix grew up in Beardstown, Pulaski and Star City. She was a proud homemaker and mother, raising her daughter, Grace, in Winamac. She worked 20 years in housekeeping at Pulaski Memorial Hospital. In 2014, she moved into Pulaski Health Care Center. Before moving, she attended Word of Faith Church and was a former member of the Assembly of God Church in Winamac. She enjoyed working jigsaw puzzles and doing word finds. Most of all, she enjoyed reading the Bible. She was devoted to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Visitation will be from 12 noon to 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 23, at Word of Faith Church, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. (Saturday), at the church with Rev. Bobby Board officiating. Private burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Word of Faith Church.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Kathryn A. Hiles Trusty
July 15, 1956 to February 17, 2019
WINAMAC - Kathryn Adele Hiles Trusty, 62, of Winamac, passed away Sunday, Feb. 17, at her residence.
She was born July 15, 1956 in Peru, to the late Ronald Cline and Joanne Merley Hiles.
She is survived by:
Marissa McCullough, Winamac, Daughter
Lara Trusty, Winamac, Daughter
Heather Trusty, Winamac, Daughter
Eric McCullough, Rochester, Son
Austin Louthen, Grandson
Keaghan Zehner, Grandson
She was preceded in death by:
Braxton Stavedahal, Grandson
1 Brother
Mrs. Trusty had worked at Walker Manufacturing, Culver. She was a member of Whippoorwill Community Church in Rochester. She was a dedicated mother and caregiver. She loved to read, and clip coupons. She was a good and caring friend.
No services will be scheduled.
Memorial donations may be made to the family to assist with the care of her daughters.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangement have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary.
Cash Holbrook
March 16, 1927 to February 16, 2019
WINAMAC - Cash Holbrook, 91, of Knox passed away Saturday, Feb. 16, at Starke Memorial Hospital, Knox.
He was born March 16, 1927 in Brainard, KY to the late Isom and Lula Allen Holbrook. On Aug. 2, 1989, He married Colleen May Dickson Risner. She died May 23, 1995.
He is survived by:
Kenneth "Kenny" (Anne) Holbrook, Winamac, Son
Darl (Pam Viktora) Holbrook, Winamac, Son
Jennifer (Jay) Johnson, Francesville, Granddaughter
Abigail Johnson, Francesville, Great-Granddaughter
Several Nieces and Nephews
He was preceded in death by:
Barbara Jo "Bobby Jo" Holbrook, Daughter
Leonard Holbrook, Brother
Irene Wright, Sister
William Holbrook, Brother
Cecil Holbrook, Brother
Oma Wright, Sister
Imogene Van, Sister
Virginia Woolsey, Sister
Isom Holbrook, Jr., Brother
Madeline Rausch, Sister
Jolene Simpson, Sister
Edmond Holbrook, Brother
Harold "Curly" Holbrook, Brother
Mr. Holbrook served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a life member of the Knox VFW and American Legion. He was a talented automatic transmission technician, having worked at several area dealerships before owning and operating his own business "Kash's Transmission" in Knox for many years. After retirement, he enjoyed the morning coffee groups at McDonald's and Fingerhut Bakery in Knox. He enjoyed making and sharing candy with family and friends. He also enjoyed bluegrass and country music as well as the outdoors, especially gardening and bird watching. He was a NASCAR fan, always rooting for Jeff Gordon #24. In his younger years, he was an avid hunter and trapper. He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 21, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 22, at the funeral home with Rev. David Broad officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be made to the VFW.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Marcelino Salinas
December 25, 1931 to February 17, 2019
WINAMAC - Marcelino "Mark" Salinas, 87, of Winamac passed away Sunday, Feb. 17, at his home.
He was born Dec. 25, 1931 in Corwith, IA to the late Lino and Eva Miller Salinas. He graduated from North Judson High school. He moved to Winamac in 1980. He married Brenda A. Westfall on Oct. 1, 1994, in Winamac. She survives.
He is also survived by:
Mark A. Salinas, Winamac, Son
Barbara A. Tominac, Culver, Daughter
Michael (Jennifer) Westfall, Washington, MI, Step-Son
Sara Kilavos, Culver, Step-Daughter
Jacob (Patti) Westfall, Port Hueneme, CA, Step-Son
5 Grandchildren: Chloe, Jonathan, Bryce, Jackson and Porter
Virginia (Fred) Worley, Porter, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
3 Sisters: Dorothy, Florence and Patsy
8 Brothers: Roy, Darrell, Vidal, Russell, Percy, John, Leon and Fermine
Marian R. Salinas, Former Spouse
Mr. Salinas was a local businessman and entrepreneur. His first business venture was Mark's Service, a service station located on US 35 at the Pulaski/Starke County line. He built and operated The Alley until 1994 when the facility was renovated to accommodate All Seasons Home Center. He retired in 1999. Over the years, he also enjoyed farming with his father. He enjoyed working with his hands, especially building and fixing things. He was always figuring out a better way to do things. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon Thursday, Feb. 21, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon (Thursday), at the funeral home.
Private burial will be at Culver Cemetery, Culver.
Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Animal Center to honor Mr. Salinas's love of adopting and caring for animals.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Mildred G. Stoll
May 30, 1916 to February 13, 2019
WINAMAC - Mildred Grace "Milly" Stoll, 102, of Avilla, IN (formerly of Medaryville) passed away peacefully in her sleept at 4:30 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 13, at Parkview Noble Hospital, Kendallville.
She was born May 30, 1916 in Winamac, to the late Romie and Sylvia Grace Poisel Chamness. She married Albert Joseph Stoll on June 5, 1938 in Winamac. He passed away June 7, 1957.
Survivors include:
Bob Stoll, Avilla, Son
Janie Bartholomew, Avilla, Daughter
Ginny Babcock, Ocala, FL, Daughter
Shirley Wireman, Rensselaer, Daughter
Jeannie (John) Majchrzak, Grovertown, Daughter
Kaye Souders, Rensselaer, Daughter
Pauline DeBoard, Medaryville, Daughter
Bev (Gene) Westlund, Medaryville, Daughter
Vicky (Butch) Caskey, Ligonier, Daughter
Joan Stoll, Denham, Daughter-in-law
27 Grandchildren
Many Great-Grandchildren and Great-Great-Grandchildren
Lydia Kennedy, Winamac, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Marvin "Butch" Stoll, Son
Joseph "Joey" Stoll, Son
Jack Bartholomew, Son-in-law
Ray Babcock, Son-in-law
Larry Wireman, Son-in-law
Paul DeBoard, Son-in-law
David Komon, Infant Grandson
Jessica Sayler, Great-Granddaughter
Keaton Ganin, Infant Great-Grandson
Elsie Kersey, Sister
Ruth Garling, Sister
Dorothy Tuley, Sister
Arthur "Art" Chamness, Brother
Mrs. Stoll successfully raised 11 children while living in her own home in Medaryville. In 1978, she moved from Medaryville to Avilla to live with her oldest daughter. She was a talented painter and guitarist. She enjoyed crafting, especially crewel work, embroidery and crocheting. She also enjoyed gardening and canning. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 16, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. (Saturday), at the funeral home.
Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Parkview Hospice.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
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