Obituaries
Helen M. Wilson
September 22, 1942 to October 6, 2018
WINAMAC - Helen M. Wilson, 76, of Winamac, passed away peacefully Saturday, Oct. 6, at home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Sept. 22, 1942 in LaCrosse, WI, to the late John and Marion Mathis Bisset. She was the oldest of nine children. She spent most of her youth in Chicago, and later resided in Cedar Lake. She and her former husband, Jerry Walter Horton, raised two daughters in Hammond. Prior to moving to Winamac in 2001, she had resided in Lake Station. She married Norbert R. "Norb" Wilson on Oct. 16, 2004 in Winamac. He survives.
She is also survived by:
Jeanette "Pixie" (Ronald) Fountain, Daughter
Marilyn "Dee" (John) Reno, Daughter
Heather (Jeff) Huffer, Daughter
Jennifer (Jake) Wheeler, Daughter
Ami (Keith) Atchison, Daughter
17 Grandchildren
5 Great Grandchildren
Mable Nelson, Sister
William "Bill" (Yvonne) Bisset, Brother
Betty (Lee) Soucie, Sister
James "Jim" (Nichole) Bisset, Brother
Emily (Richard) Medina, Sister
Erdine (Dennis) Weis, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Jerry Walter Horton, Former Spouse
John "Jack" Bisset, Brother
Robert "Bob" Bisset, Brother
Mrs. Wilson was a member of the First Baptist Church, Winamac. She served her church family and her Lord faithfully. She was active in the church choir and was a member of the Golden Gate Singers. She was a dedicated prayer warrior and was faithful to witness to others. She was a truly inspirational woman of faith. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially spending time in the Winamac Park and Tippecanoe River State Park. She also enjoyed bowling and games, especially BINGO, puzzles and cards. She was a dedicated homemaker and talented cook. She was always willing to cook for her family, friends and church family. She loved spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her. She will always be remembered for her beautiful smile that inspired many to have hope and faith in her Lord, Jesus Christ.
Visitation will be from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 11, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow 7:30 p.m., (Thursday), at the funeral home with Pastor Mark Pilger officiating. Private burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church, Winamac.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
James R. O'Donnell
September 16, 1946 to September 28, 2018
WINAMAC - James Robert "Jim" O'Donnell, 72, of Winamac, passed away unexpectedly Friday, Sept. 28, at his home.
He was born Sept. 16, 1946 in Winamac to the late John W. and Dorothy Hein O'Donnell. He graduated from Winamac High School in 1964, and served in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Vietnam War. He married Sharon P. Delaney Garbison on Feb. 15, 1992 in Winamac. She passed away May 26, 2007.
He is survived by:
Mike (Dorri) O'Donnell, Son
Angie (Scott) Compton, Daughter
Jeff Garbison, Step Son
Jenny (Mike) Kasten, Step Daughter
Grandchildren: Morgan (Jeramy) Hicks, David O'Donnell, Michael O'Donnell, Brandi Compton, Kayla (Caleb) Leman, Tate Garbison, Dakota Conner, and Durham Kasten.
Great-Grandchildren: Makenna O'Donnell, Ivan Hicks, Cohen Leman, and Grant Garland.
Judy (Vic) Heater, Sister
Pat (Cheryl) O'Donnell, Brother
Susie O'Donnell, Sister
Maureen Inman, Sister
Ryan O'Donnell, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Sharon P. Delaney Garbison O'Donnell, Spouse
Elsie F. Toumine, Former Spouse
John W. (Carolyn) O'Donnell, Jr., Brother
Mr. O'Donnell was a member of the Winamac VFW Post #1728. He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. He retired from Braun Corporation and had formerly worked at Eaton in shipping and receiving. He enjoyed refurbishing collectables. He was proud of his father's antique tractor that he had restored and exhibited at the Power From the Past show. He especially enjoyed mowing and snow-plowing for his neighborhood and family, whether he was asked to or not. He was a well-known patron at area restaurants. He was an avid Winamac Warrior sports fan and supporter of local youth. He loved his family very much and will be sadly missed.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 2, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 3, at the funeral home. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be made to the Winamac Athletic Boosters.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com
Raleigh M. Batty
July 7, 1933 to September 4, 2018
WINMAC - Raleigh M. Batty, 85, of Sun City, AZ passed away Tuesday, Sept. 4.
He was born July 7, 1933 in Pulaski County to the late Russell and Edna Fern Strong Batty. He married Laura F. Elston on Oct. 18, 1959, in Star City. She survives.
Also surviving are:
Christiana (David) Hopper, Daughter
Gail (Jenett) Batty, Son
Thomas (Tabitha) Warren Batty, Son
John (April) Batty, Son
Grandchildren - Michael (Darcy) Batty, Matthew Batty, Steven Batty, Jacob Batty, Micah Batty, Janae Hopper, Christian Hopper, Jonah Batty, Elijah Batty, and Kendra Batty.
Great Grandchild - Anthony Batty
Preceded in death by:
William E. Batty, Brother
Mr. Batty loved the Lord and enjoyed being a preacher. He and his wife had resided in Prescott Valley, AZ, Sullivan, IL, Valparaiso, Pontiac, MI and Winamac. He enjoyed flying his airplane, riding motorcycles, racing cars, working on autos and preaching the Word. He will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved him.
A private burial service will be held at Star City West Cemetery, Star City.
Memorial donations may be made to Shultz Lewis Children's Home.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
William O. Toosley
August 1, 1975 to August 13, 2018
MEDARYVILLE - William O'Neil Toosley, 43, of Monticello, passed away, Monday, Aug. 13.
He was born Aug. 1, 1975 in Rensselaer, to William Matthew and Ruby May Davis Toosley. He served in the U.S. Army during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
He is survived by:
Ruby May (Larry) DeWeese, Mother and Step Father
William Devin Toosley, Son
Coltyn Michael (Maylin) Toosley, Son
Cassandra Jayne Barr, Daughter
Alexis Kaitlynn Toosley, Daughter
Brianna Nichole Toosley, Daughter
Keegan Matthew Barr, Grandson
Izayah Michael Toosley, Grandson
Bobbie Jo Fleming, Sister
Billie Jo Matthews, Sister
Brian Matthew (Jennifer Crowder) Toosley, Brother
Jerry and Virginia Thompson, Maternal Grandparents
Many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins
Preceded in death by:
William Matthew Toosley, Father
William Anthony and LaVerne Toosley, Paternal Grandparents
Mr. Toosley enjoyed the outdoors, especially riding his Harley. He also enjoyed working on vehicles and helping others. He was a generous man. He loved his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be from 12 Noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 29, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medarvyille. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. (Sept. 29), at the funeral home with Bishop Rick Helton officiating. Burial will br at St. Henry's Cemetery, Medarvyille. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Ronald L. Beiswanger
August 21, 1933 to September 1, 2018
FRANCESVILLE - Ronald Lee "Ron" Beiswanger, 85, of West Lafayette passed away peacefully Saturday, Sept. 1, at Franciscan Health Lafayette East Hospital in Lafayette.
He was born Aug. 21, 1933 in Francesville, to the late Alfred W. and Hilda H. Malchow Beiswanger.
He is survived by:
Jayne (Peter) Jackson, Westfield, Niece
Camilla (Bill) Amsler, Francesville, Niece
5 Great Nieces and Nephews
5 Great Great Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
William D. "Bill" Beiswanger, Brother
1 Infant Niece
Mr. Beiswanger lived in Indianapolis for many years and retired from Bank One. He served in the U.S. Army and was residing at the Indiana Veteran's Home in West Lafayette. He was a member of the St. James Salem United Church of Christ in Francesville. He enjoyed his family, traveling, playing cards and BINGO, and watching sports of all kinds. He will be sadly missed.
A private graveside service will be held at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to the Indiana Veteran's Home.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.
Louise Hermanson Schultz
April 23, 1924 to August 17, 2018
WINAMAC - Louise Jean Hermanson Schultz, 94, of Winamac, formerly of Rensselaer, passed away at 2:40 p.m., Friday, Aug. 17, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.
She was born April 23, 1924 in Jasper County, to the late Rudolph A. and Frances M. Davisson Ritter. She married Fred L. Hermanson on July 16, 1944. He passed away May 1, 1976. She married Earl W. Schultz on Dec. 27, 1981. He passed away Feb. 16, 2017.
She is survived by:
Kristin K. Beringer, Hebron, Daughter
Linda R. (Roger) Buschman, Rensselaer, Daughter
Jeffrey J. (Kathy) Hermanson, Culver, Son
10 Grandchildren
11 Great grandchildren
2 Great-great grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
3 Great Grandchildren
William T. Beringer, Son-in-law
Frederick E. Ritter, Brother
Orville G. Ritter, Brother
Ruth K. Waling, Sister
Mrs. Schultz was an active member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Winamac. She had been a member of the Happy Homemakers Home Economics Club in Rensselaer. She was a beautician and later worked at First Union Bank in Winamac. She enjoyed sewing, traveling, scrapbooking, cooking and baking. She will be remembered for her wonderful pies. She loved caring for her grandchildren. She also enjoyed time with her family and friends.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 24, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 25, at the funeral home with Pastor Tom Woodley officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Rensselaer.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Luke Lutheran Church or Parkview Haven Retirement Home.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Eva M. Hughes
March 31, 1944 to August 29, 2018
MEDARYVILLE - Eva M. Hughes, 74, of Medaryville, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 29.
She was born March 31, 1944 in Ashland, KY. She married James Edward Hughes on Dec. 26, 1962. He passed away July 20, 1982.
She is survived by:
James Robert Hughes, Son
Michael Lee Hughes, Son
Lori Ann (Kevin) Raderstorf, Daughter
David Joseph Hughes, Son
17 Grandchildren
8 Great Grandchildren
Roger Howard, Brother
Mark Conley, Brother
Tina L. Boller, Niece
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Lonnie and Mary Campbell Howard, Parents
Edward Hughes, Infant Son
Matthew Bryan Hughes, Infant Son
1 Great grandson
Mrs. Hughes was saved at Bailey's Corner Church and attended Medaryville Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed going to church when she was able. She was a proud homemaker who enjoyed reading, cooking and sewing. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She will sadly missed by those who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 4, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. (Sept. 4), at the funeral with Pastor Tom Dewlen officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.
Memorial donations may be made to the Medaryville Assembly of God Church.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
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