Obituaries

Danny Tabler

May 5, 1953 to March 11, 2018

WINAMAC - Danny Tabler, 64, of Valparaiso, died unexpectedly Sunday, March 11.

He was born May 5, 1953 to Dale and Ruth Tabler. He grew up in Kouts, raised his family in Buffalo, and retired to Valparaiso.

He is survived by:

Leila (Dan) Zaragoza, LaPorte, Daughter
Jayson (Joy) Tabler, Pulaski, Son
Nathan Tabler, St. Petersburg, FL, Son
Zakary Tabler, Pulaski, Grandson
Jodi Tabler, Monticello, Former Spouse
Dale Tabler, Valparaiso, Father
Rita Whited, Sister
Several Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Preceded in death by:
Ruth Tabler, Mother
Judy and Jimmy, Siblings

Mr. Tabler enjoyed fishing and spending time on the Tippecanoe River. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandson. Danny will be sadly missed.

No services will be held. The family will host a memorial gathering at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Friends of the Tippecanoe River State Park.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

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

William M. Wagner

June 22, 1926 to March 13, 2018

WINAMAC - William Moyer "Bill" Wagner, 91, a lifelong farmer from Star City, passed away at 3:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 13, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born June 22, 1926 in Logansport, to the late Donald and Flossie Moyer Wagner. He graduated from Star City High School in 1944, and enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving as a medic during World War II. On April 4, 1948, he married Geneva Marie Daily at Star City United Methodist Church. She preceded him in death on Nov. 24, 2011.

He is survived by:

Richard "Dick" (Marilyn) Wagner, Greenfield, Son
Jean (Bill) King, Culver, Daughter
Mary Wagner, Winamac, Daughter-in-law
5 Grandsons: Don (Cheri) Wagner, Jason Wagner, Andy (Apryl) Wagner, Ryan Wagner, and David Wagner
10 Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by: 
Thomas Wagner, Son
Frank Wagner, Half Brother
Donna Miller, Half Sister

Mr. Wagner was a member of the Star City United Methodist Church. He was an accomplished jazz trumpeter and was a longtime member of the Melotones (a four-piece combo). He was a member of the Winamac American Legion and played Taps for numerous veterans' funerals. He enjoyed photography, dancing and traveling with his wife. The couple spent many winters in Palmetto, FL.

Visitation will be from 12:30 to 2 p.m., Sunday, March 18, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 18, at the funeral home with Rev. David Broad officiating. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery, Star City. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Star City West Cemetery.

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

Dwight C. Lewark

January 23, 1957 to February 28, 2018

FRANCESVILLE - Dwight C. "Charlie" Lewark, 61, of Francesville, passed away at 12:55 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 28, at his home after a brief illness.

He was born Jan. 23, 1957 in Winamac, to the late Leslie and Leona Archer Lewark. He was raised in Medaryville, and attended West Central High School. He also lived in Idaville for many years.

Survivors include:

Mary Louise Pfledderer, Francesville, Sister
Bruce Lewark, Monticello, Brother
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:  
Jean Bailey, Sister
Leslie "Jim" Lewark, Brother
Fred Lewark, Brother
William Lewark, Brother
Wilbur Lewark, Brother
Joe Lewark, Brother
Bobby Lewark, Brother

Mr. Lewark enjoyed the outdoors and had a big heart for taking in stray animals. He loved spending time with his friends and family. He will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m., Sunday, March 4, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 6 p.m., Sunday, March 4, at the funeral home. Private burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to help the family with funeral expenses.

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

Sandra L. Walter

April 10, 1959 to February 28, 2018

WINAMAC - Sandra Lynn "Sandy" Walter, 58, of Winamac (formerly of Valparaiso and Chesterton), passed away Wednesday, Feb. 28, at High Point Regional Hospital, High Point, NC.

She was born April 10, 1959 in Valparaiso to the late Alexander and Loretta Sandberg Honchar. She was a 1977 graduate of Valparaiso High School, where she excelled in track & field. She married Thomas Ray Walter on April 10, 1982, in Portage. He survives.

Also surviving are: 
Thomas "Tom" Walter, Husband 
Carrie Walter, Daughter 
John Walter, Son 
Melody Walter, Granddaughter "Grammies Pumpkin Pie" 
Anna Daugherty, Granddaughter 
Cheryl (Ron) Tight, Sister 
Kim Riley, Sister 
Jacalyn Schlundt, Sister 
Alexander "Gene" Honchar, Brother 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Jerry Riley, Brother-in-law

Mrs. Walter was extremely proud of her Russian and Dutch heritage and was very fond of her paternal grandmother, Alexandria. She and her husband were best friends. They enjoyed traveling, camping, music and hanging out with friends and family. She was employed at K-Mart in Valparaiso, Chesterton and Plymouth for 32 years and retired in 2013 as store manager of the Family Dollar Store in Winamac. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening. She was a Certified Community Tree Steward in the State of Indiana and faithfully served on the Winamac Tree Committee. She also enjoyed home remodeling and interior designing. She and her husband restored their home in Winamac together. Most of all, she loved her family very dearly, especially spending time with her granddaughters. She was the foundation of her family – her presence will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, March 4, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Private burial will be at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso.

Memorial donations may be made to the National Autism Association or to the Winamac Tree Committee.

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

Doris A. Fritz

July 23, 1924 to February 27, 2018

FRANCESVILLE - Doris Arlene Fritz, 93, of Francesville, passed away at 7:10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 27, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.

She was born July 23, 1924 in Rensselaer, to the late Emmett and Laura "Daisy" Fritz Kruger. On Feb. 20, 1943 she married Lewis V. Fritz in Lincoln, NE. He died Dec. 17, 2000.

She is survived by:

6 Grandchildren
14 Great Grandchildren
6 Great Great Grandchildren
Lawrence Kruger, St. Johns, MI, Brother
Alvera Rodman, Florida, Sister
Don Richard Kruger, St. Johns, MI, Brother
Marilyn Curtis, St, Johns, MI, Sister

Leland Kruger Brother
Louise Hunnicutt,Sister
Verlen Kruger, Brother
Carolyn Fritz Sister

Mrs. Fritz was a homemaker. She was a member of the Pleasant Ridge Bible Church and was a Sunday school teacher for many years. She was the former owner and operator of the Faith Bible Shop in Francesville. She enjoyed visiting with her family. She was an avid Bible reader and enjoyed music and reading.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, March 1, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m.,  Friday, March 2, at the funeral home with Rev. Larry Fugett officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Gideons International.

Eva Davis Lebo

May 3, 1921 to February 21, 2018

WINAMAC - Eva "Eve" Davis Lebo, 96, of Rochester, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 21, at her residence in Rochester.

She was born May 3, 1921 in Rochester, to the late Bert and Ocie Davis. On Oct. 26, 1946 she married Charles Edward Lebo Jr. at Fort Wayne. He died Sept. 14, 2010.

Survived by:

Linda French, Rochester, Daughter
Judi Wagner, Rochester, Daughter
4 Grandchildren
4 Great Grandchildren
3 Great-Great Granddaughters

Preceded in death by:
3 Brothers and 3 Sisters

Mrs. Lebo was a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and growing flowers.

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

Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society.