Obituaries

Vincent E. Button

June 12, 1964 to December 12, 2017

WINAMAC - Vincent Eugene "Vince" Button, 53, of Pinch, WV, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017.

He was born in Winamac, June 12, 1964 to Robert E. and Iona Daugherty Button.

He is survived by:

Danette M. Button, Pinch, WV, Wife
Jennifer (Benjamin) Miller, Riverview, FL, Daughter
Samantha Button, Pinch, WV, Daughter
Victoria Button, Pinch, WV, Daughter
4 Grandsons: Mason, Zane, Brody, and Rhett Miller.
Iona Daugherty Button, Sebring, FL, Mother
2 Brothers: Rod (Janine) Button and Jack Button
Jean Button, Step Mother
Henry Collins, Step Father
Several nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts.

Mr. Button was the pastor of the First Baptist Church of Pinch for 26 years.

Private burial will take place at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations can be made to First Baptist Church of Pinch Missions Fund 71, Upper Pinch Road Elkview, WV 25071.

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

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. 
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Barry G. Trueblood

April 18, 1965 to August 11, 2018

WINAMAC - Barry G. Trueblood, 53, of Elizabeth, IL passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Aug. 11, in Bolingbrook, IL.

He was born April 18, 1965 in Lowell, to Marvin Lee and Sandra Lynn Taylor Trueblood. In 1974, his family moved to Pulaski County from Crown Point. He married Katrina Garrison in Tennnessee on Sept. 14, 1996. She survives.

Survivors include: 
Garrison Lee Trueblood, Elizabeth, IL, Son 
Hunter Dawson Trueblood, Elizabeth, IL, Son 
Sandra Lynn Taylor Trueblood, Medaryville, Mother 
Robert (friend: Nedra) Trueblood, Lowell, Brother 
Scott (wife: Paula) Trueblood, Westville, Brother 
Several Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by: 
Marvin Lee Trueblood, Father

Mr. Trueblood was a member of the Francesville Christian Church. He was very well respected in the golf course industry, spending many years building golf courses in several states for such notables as Fred Couples, Tom Watson, Tom Weiskopf and Andy North, among others. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed playing golf, especially with family and friends.

He was a 10-year member of 4-H and was successful in showing hogs and horses. He was especially fond of his horse, Rumcake, whom he showed both in 4-H and in open shows for many years. In 1983, he graduated from West Central High School in Francesville, where he loved playing football. He was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity while attending Purdue University. He was also a founding member and officer of the Purdue Rodeo Club. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother and uncle. He will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m., Friday, Aug. 17, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. A memorial service will follow at 5 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home with Rev. James Ketchen officiating.

Memorial donations may be given to Disabled American Veterans or to a charity of the donor's choice.

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

Lowell T. Stout

September 9, 1942 to August 13, 2018

WINAMAC - Lowell T. Stout, 75, of Star City, passed away at 1:36 a.m., Monday, Aug. 13, surrounded by his family at home.

He was born Sept. 9, 1942 in Medaryville, to the late Burl and Fern Roberts Stout.

Survivors include: 
Lovilla Tetzloff, Sturgis, MI, Sister 
Ruth Oliver, Valparaiso, Sister 
Leroy (Maggie) Stout, Star City, Brother 
Shirley (Jim) Dunkel, Lagrange, Sister 
Carol Pinks, Francesville, Sister 
Mark (Sherry) Stout, Star City, Brother 
Devon Stout, Star City, Brother 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Arnold Stout, Brother 
George Stout, Brother 
Roberta Johns, Sister 
Darlene Kay Johns, Sister 
Edris Stout, Sister-in-law 
Bonnie Stout, Sister-in-law 
Charles Pinks, Brother-in-law 
Hugh Tetzloff, Brother-in-law 
Michael Jones, Nephew 
Wanda Stout, Niece-in-law

Mr. Stout was raised on a farm near Medaryville with many siblings. At a young age, he was stricken with Polio. Although this left him disabled, he lived a full life. He enjoyed western movies, country music and reading the newspaper. He was a regular at Kostas for breakfast. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 15, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 16, at the funeral home with Pastor Heath Hiatt officiating. Burial will be at Koster Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to SAWs (Servants at Work) www.sawsramps.org.

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

Jennifer J. Russell

April 10, 1955 to August 8, 2018

ROYAL CENTER - Jennifer Jo Russell, 63 of Winamac (formerly of South Bend and Speedway) passed away peacefully at 11:55 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 8, at Dupont Hospital, Ft. Wayne.

Born on April 10, 1955 in Logansport, she was the daughter of E. Joseph and Emily Collings Russell. She graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1973 and held a degree in business from Indiana University.

Survivors include her mother, Emily Russell of Winamac; sister, Kim Russell of Winamac; brother, Steven Russell (Bob Figuley) of Miller Beach; niece, Mackenzie Ledley (Brian) of Winamac and nephew, Benjamin Ulm of Lake in the Hills, Ill. She is also survived by her beloved cat, Angel.

She was preceded in death by her father, E. Joseph Russell and brother-in-law, Larry P. Lyle.

Ms. Russell was a talented, multisport athlete and served as president of the Girls Athletic Association in high school. She was an advocate for equal opportunities for girls in high school athletics. She played GAA volleyball and basketball where she led in scoring. She was also an accomplished musician and regularly played the piano and organ duets with her father as a teenager. After college, she had a successful career in banking and property management. She was an open wheel racing enthusiast. She enjoyed the Indy 500 from her home near the speedway. She will be dearly missed by her friends and family.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 18, at the First United Methodist Church in Winamac with Pastor David Marty officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the Winamac Community High School Girls Basketball Team.

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

Rosanna T. Weaver

April 6, 1920 to August 8, 2018

WINAMAC - Rosanna T. Weaver, 98, long time resident of Monterey, passed away at 5:53 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 8, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She had resided at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac the past two years.

She was born April 6, 1920 in Pulaski, to the late Hubert and Rose Russell Ortman. She graduated from Pulaski High School in 1938. On Feb. 5, 1940, she married Paul W. Weaver in Pulaski. He passed away Feb. 11, 2007.

She is survived by: 
Robert E. (Sandy) Weaver, Culver, Son 
Debra E. "Debbie" Penicaro, Star City, Daughter 
Rosalie A. Watson, Plymouth, Daughter 
Grandchildren: Paulette A. (Doug) Spille, Charles E. Robbins, Phillip A. Robbins, Terrance A. Robbins, Maria A. Lawrence, Stephen A. Robbins, Gary R. (Candy) Weaver, Thomas E. (Kristy Shidler) Weaver, Brian P. Penicaro, Brent L. (Christine) Penicaro, Kevin J. (James Hildreth) Kaminski, Scott D. (Crissy) Kaminski, Katrina R. (Eric Bautista) Watson, Katlin R. (Bryce) Tibbs.
Great-Grandchildren: Christopher Spille, Caylee Spille, Rhapsody Craig, Benjamin Robbins, Phillip Robbins, Kendra Robbins, Ashley Robbins, Jessica Robbins, Johnathon Robbins, Joshua Lawrence, Nicholas Penicaro, Keagan Kaminski, Korbin Kaminski, Rylee Bautista, Hope Bautista, Mila Tibbs, Maverick Tibbs, Mandy (Jeff) Emery, Shanna (Elliot) Hazen, Logan Weaver, Tajia Weaver, Emily Shidler, Olivia Weaver.
16 Great-Great-Grandchildren: Jonah, Adrian, Connor, Jaxin, Chase, Axle, Christian, Landon, Luke, Grayson, Keegan and Kayden.
Helen Schaeffer, Pulaski, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews 
Charles L. Sumey, Plymouth, Son-in-law

Preceded in death by: 
Pauline A. Sumey, Daughter 
4 Grandchildren 
6 Brothers: George, Paul, Julius, Robert, Frank and Bill. 
2 Sisters: Mary and Katherine

Mrs. Weaver was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church, Monterey and St. Anne's Rosary Society. She was an active volunteer at Pulaski County Human Services in Winamac where she had served as president of the board. She worked many years at Poort's Poultry Farm in Monterey and was a proud homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and baking, especially preparing Sunday family dinners. She loved her family very much, especially her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 2:30 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 12, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A scriptural wake service will precede visitation at 2 p.m., at the funeral home. The funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Aug. 13, at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Monterey, with Rev. Michael McKinney officiating. Burial will be at St. Anne's Cemetery, Monterey.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Anne's Catholic Church, or Pulaski Health Care Center, or Pulaski County Human Services.

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

Harold D. Walters

June 21, 1974 to August 6, 2018

WINAMAC - Harold David Walters , 44, of Winamac, passed away at 1:16 p.m., Monday, Aug. 6, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born June 21, 1974 in Winamac, to Jerry Lee Sr. and Patricia Helvie Walters. He graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1993.

Survivors include: 
Patricia Jones, South Bend, Mother 
Jerry Lee (Annetta) Walters Jr. Winamac, Brother 
William S. Walters, Winamac, Twin-Brother 
Traci Jo Walters, Alabama, Sister 
Tia Helvie, South Bend, Half Sister

Preceded in death by: 
Jerry Lee Walters Sr., Father 
Dorothy Gilsinger, Great Aunt

Mr. Walters had worked as a farm hand for his great aunt Dorothy Gilsinger. He had attended St. Peters Catholic Church in Winamac. He enjoyed watching movies, reading and playing chess.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 9, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Friday, Aug. 10, at the funeral home with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peters Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association or to the American Diabetes Association.

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