Obituaries

Tirzah E. Gutwein

November 14, 2018 to December 6, 2018

FRANCESVILLE - Tirzah Elisa Gutwein, age three weeks, passed away Thursday, Dec. 6.

She was born Nov. 14, in Lafayette, to Stan and Andrea Zeller Gutwein, who survive.

She is also survived by: 
Clayton Gutwein, Brother 
Ethan Gutwein, Brother 
Glorianna Gutwein, Sister 
Malachi Gutwein, Brother 
Cedric Gutwein, Brother 
Luther Gutwein, Brother 
Mary B. Gutwein Gramm, Paternal Grandmother 
Virginia Zeller, Maternal Grandmother 
Marjorie Witzig, Maternal Great Grandmother 
Numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Edwin Gutwein, Paternal Grandfather 
Eric Zeller, Maternal Grandfather 
Art Gramm, Paternal Step Grandfather

Although Tirzah was born with Trisomy 18, her family was privileged to have known her and loved her. They will always cherish each memory made while cuddling her and looking into her beautiful eyes. Tirzah brought out tenderness, self-sacrifice, and generosity in those who loved and cared for her. She was Heaven's angel disguised for us to see, to teach us the power of weakness, trust, and humility. Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares - Hebrews 13:2

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 14, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 15, at the Apostolic Christian Church, Francesville with ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

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

Ruth Oliver

June 11, 1939 to December 5, 2018

MEDARYVILLE - Ruth Elaine Stout Oliver, 79, of Valparaiso, formerly of Medaryville and Chesterton, passed away peacefully at 7:21 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 5, at Golden Living Center, where she had resided the past eight years.

She was born June 11, 1939 in Medaryville to the late Berl and Merl Stotler Stout, and raised by her uncle and aunt, the late W. Dale and Emma Stout.

She is survived by: 
Shirley (Jim) Dunkel, Lagrange, IN Sister 
Carol Pinks, Francesville, IN Sister 
Mark (Sherry) Stout, Star City, IN Brother 
Devon Stout, Star City, IN Brother 
Elverta Moore, Rochester, IN Sister 
Lola Anderson, Murdo, SD Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Jason Lee Oliver, Grandson 
Arnold Stout, Brother 
George Stout, Brother 
Lowell Stout, Brother 
Kedrick Stout, Brother 
Leoria Miller, Sister

Mrs. Stout was a proud homemaker, a beautiful pianist and a devout Christian. She was a church pianist and choir director. She enjoyed baking and cooking, as well as gardening and canning. Her purpose in life and reason for living was her family. She will be sadly missed.

The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 8, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville, with Pastor Roger Ash officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to Portage Manor (St. Joseph County Home).

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

Owen Abbott

May 2, 2005 to December 5, 2018

WINAMAC - Owen Michael Abbott, 13, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday morning, Dec. 5, in Plymouth, as the result of a school bus accident.

He was born May 2, 2005 in Winamac to Dean Abbott Jr. and Britni Weldon. He was an eighth-grade student at Winamac Community Middle School.

He is survived by: 
Britni & Nick Fritz, Winamac, Mom & Step-Dad 
Dean Abbott Jr., Star City, Dad 
Parker Abbott, Brother 
Casen Fritz, Brother 
Shari & Ed Felker, Winamac, Maternal Grandparents 
Sue Thomas, Winamac, Paternal Grandma 
Dean Sr. & Kathy Abbott, Camby, IN, Paternal-Grandparents 
Don & Stacie Fritz, Star City, Paternal Step-Grandparents 
Maria & Jim Nicolas, Winamac, Paternal Step-Grandparents 
Sharon & Michael Weldon, Monterey, Maternal Great-Grandparents 
Joanne Owen, Winamac, Paternal Great-Grandmother 
Mary Abbott, Winamac, Paternal Great-Grandmother 
Jim & Darlene Fritz, Winamac, Paternal Step-Great-Grandparents 
Melvin Pratt, Winamac, Paternal Step-Great-Grandpa 
Several Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Mandi Abbott, Step-Mom 
Donald Abbott, Paternal Great-Grandpa 
Gene "Ed" Owen, Paternal Great-Grandpa 
Iva Pratt, Paternal Step-Great-Grandma

Owen enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and playing sports. He was a member of the Pulaski County 4-H and was active in the shooting sports club. He played baseball for Star City Little League and was on the All-Star team every year. He was a member of the WCMS football team. He also enjoyed playing with his toy cars and playing Fortnite. Like so many teenage boys, he loved tractors, trucks and semis as well as playing backyard football with his friends and brothers (Parker and Casen). Owen is greatly loved by his family who will always remember his sweet smile, complete with dimples and freckles. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Monday, Dec. 10, at the Winamac Church of the Heartland, and two hours prior to services at the church Tuesday. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 11, at the Winamac Church of the Heartland with Pastor Heath Hiatt officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery,  Winamac.

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. 

Orvel W. Podell Jr.

May 12, 1929 to November 30, 2018

WINAMAC - Orvel W. Podell Jr., 89, of Winamac, passed away at 10:28 a.m., Friday, Nov. 30, at his residence.

He was born May 12, 1929 in Denham, to the late Orvel W. Sr. and Nellie L. James Podell. He married Betty L. Kasten on Oct. 24, 1951 in North Judson at the Methodist Church. She survives.

He is survived by: 
Rhonda (Jim) Pierrou, Winamac, Daughter 
Karen (Melvin) Button, Winamac, Daughter
Laura ( Keith ) Heigl, Winamac, Daughter 
Grandchildren: Angela (Charles) Bolen, Brian Pierrou, Cody (Hannah) Pierrou, Thomas Button, Kayleen Button, Lizzie Button, David (Melissa) Heigl, Jeff (Cindy) Heigl, Joe (Amber) Heigl, Katy (Jake) Swider, Matt Heigl, and Sam Heigl.
18 Great-grandchildren 
Barbara (George) Stump, South Bend, Sister

Preceded in death by: 
John Melvin Button, Grandson 
Vivian Podell, Sister 
Keith Podell, Brother

Mr. Podell was a retired farmer and rural mail carrier. He was a member of the Denham Baptist Church and served as a board member of the Pulaski County Farm Bureau. He was also a member of the Gideons International and served as Jefferson Township Trustee. He also served as chairman of the Pulaski County Election Board. He was a lifelong Democrat. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He received a quilt of Valor in June 2018.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 5, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018 at the funeral home with Rev. Lynda Hosek officiating. Burial will be at Denham Cemetery, Denham. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

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

Omer Ray Clark

December 27, 1927 to November 4, 2018

KEWANNA - Omer Ray Clark, 90, of Bruce Lake passed away Sunday, Nov. 4, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Culver, surrounded by his loving family and friends.

He was born Dec. 27, 1927 near Medaryville, to the late Dee and Myrtle (Riggs) Clark. He graduated from Medaryville High School in 1946 and from Purdue University with a degree in agriculture economics in 1951. He married Martha Ann McEwan at Medaryville Christian Church on Aug. 5, 1951.

Survivors include his wife of Bruce Lake; two sons, Larry Clark of Noblesville, Terry Clark (Debbie) of Lebanon; two daughters, Linda Clark of Sturgis, Mich. and Debby Litke of Indianapolis; grandchildren, Matthew Clark (Jainie), Melinda Hite (Jake), Aaron Clark (Jennifer), Amanda Crussel (Mike), Allison Blunk (Jason), Levi Clark (Brittney), Erica Reinfeld (DJ), Brooke Towns, Evan Litke (Brenda) and great-grandchildren, Ethan, Noah, Cooper, Paxton, Theo, Caleb, Wyatt, Micah, Cara, Titus, Mekayla, Gavin, Logan, Emilee,

He was also preceded in death by brother, Eldon Clark, and 1 great grandchild, Lauren Clark.

Mr. Clark was a farm operating loan officer for 40 years with Production Credit and First Union Bank & Trust in Winamac, and Peoples State Bank in Francesville. He lived on a small farm where he raised sheep (always), pigs, cattle and his special friends - his dogs and miniature horse. He was very active in community activities - he served as treasurer for many years on the Pulaski County 4-H Fair Board; Pulaski Memorial Hospital Board; Pulaski Children’s Welfare and Abuse Committee; several agricultural committees and projects. He served as master of ceremonies for many meetings. Noted for his humor and ability to tell a story, He often made it a teaching moment. He wrote a column every week for the Pulaski County Journal entitled “Ole Omer Says.” He was a loyal, avid fan of Medaryville Black Horses, West Central Trojans, Purdue Boilermakers and St. Louis Cardinals.

Mr. Clark was a member of Kewanna Church of Christ. He loved the Lord’s church and both of his church families. He served as an elder, Sunday school teacher, youth director and more at Medaryville Christian Church for many years. After moving to Lake Bruce he also served as elder and Sunday school teacher at Kewanna Church of Christ. He loved to enjoy and admire God’s creation. He was a loving husband, father, son, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle.

A celebration of life service will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Kewanna Church of Christ with Pastor Aaron McCombs officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church.

Memorial donations may be made to the Kewanna Church of Christ and/or Taking Christ to Millions Mission.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home & Crematory, Kewanna Chapel.

Betty L. Hinderlider

January 29, 1935 to November 26, 2018

KEWANNA - Betty Lou Hinderlider, 83 of Kewanna, passed away peacefully at 5:40 a.m., Monday, Nov. 26, at Hickory Creek, Winamac.

Born Jan. 29, 1935 in Pulaski County, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Lucy (Beauchamp) Peters. On Oct. 11, 1952, she married Kenneth A. Hinderlider. He preceded her in death on Oct.  25, 2003.

Survivors include her daughter, Cynthia Bowyer (Daniel) of Kewanna; son, Kevin Hinderlider (Mary) of Rochester; sister-in-law, Evelyn Peters of Kewanna; grandchildren, Brock Hinderlider (Leah), Justin Bowyer (Crysta), Nick Hinderlider (Amber), Seth Bowyer (Amber), Ethan Bowyer (Amanda) and Cole Hinderlider, and 16 great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by son, Steven A. Hinderlider; brother, Elmer “Sonny” Peters; and sister, Pauline Shidler.

Mrs. Hinderlider was a former custodian at Kewanna School. She also worked for many years at Switches/Federal Mogul in Leiters Ford, and she also formerly worked at Village Market in Kewanna. She was a member of the Eagles Lodge Women’s Auxiliary, Winamac, and a former member of VFW Post #1121 in Kewanna. She attended Kewanna United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 29, at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home & Crematory, Kewanna Chapel. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 30, at the funeral home with Rev. Todd Wilson officiating. Burial will be at Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna.

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