Obituaries
Martha A. Clark
May 12, 1932 to April 20, 2024
KEWANNA - Martha Ann Clark, 91, of Lake Bruce passed away Saturday, April 20, at Pulaski Healthcare Center under hospice care.
She was born May 12, 1932 in Earl Park, IN to the late Kenneth and Marie (Sennett) McEwan. She graduated from Medaryville High School in 1950 and attended Purdue University. She married Omer Ray Clark on Aug. 5, 1951, at the Medaryville Christian Church. He preceded her in death.
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| Martha Ann Clark |
She is survived by children Larry Clark of Noblesville, Linda Clark of Sturgis, Mich., Terry (Debbie) Clark of Lebanon and Debby Litke of Indianapolis; grandchildren Matthew (Jainie) Clark, Melinda (Jake) Hite, Aaron (Jennifer) Clark, Amanda (Mike) Crussel, Allison (Jason) Blunk, Levi (Brittney) Clark, Erica (DJ) Reinfeld, Brooke Towns, Evan (Brenda) Litke; and great-grandchildren Ethan, Noah, Cooper, Paxton, Theo, Molly, Caleb, Wyatt, Elise, Micah, Cara, Titus, Liam, Mekayla, Gavin, Logan, Emilee, Jackson and Landon.
She was preceded in death by brothers Fred McEwan and Rich McEwan and great-granddaughter Lauren Clark.
Mrs. Clark lived most of her life in Pulaski County on the farm and then at the lake. She worked for the county Extension office in the nutrition/commodities programs. She also worked as a substitute teacher and spent many years as a teacher’s assistant at West Central High School retiring in 1994. She volunteered as a 4-H leader, adult sponsor for SAAD, served on the Governor Council for Drug Prevention and was an active member of Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She loved her work with the auxiliary and served her last day at the hospital on April 1. She was so blessed to live in her home at Lake Bruce and go to her job at the hospital right up to her admittance into the hospital on April 6. Her service to the community was driven by her love for the Lord. She attended Medaryville Christian Church for many years and served as high school Sunday School teacher, VBS director and was involved in many youth activities and women’s ministry. After they moved to the lake, she attended Kewanna Church of Christ where she was active in women’s Bible study and women’s ministry and loved her church families very much. She had three great loves, the Lord, Omer Ray and her family. She is now home with two of them.
A celebration of life service will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, May 5, at the Kewanna Church of Christ. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until the time of the service.
Memorial donations may be made to the Kewanna Church of Christ and/or the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Mrs. Clark’s online guestbook is available and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory.
Willie Miller
January 31, 1928 to April 20, 2024
MEDARYVILLE - Willie Miller, 96, of Francesville (formerly of Bailey’s Corner), passed away at 4:10 a.m., Saturday, April 20, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.
He was born Jan. 31, 1928 in Arthur Mable, KY to the late Will and Dovie [Howard] Miller.
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| Willie Miller |
He is survived by:
Radie (Corleen) Miller, Medaryville, Son
Wilma (Kenneth) Saylor, Florida/Michigan, Daughter
Marcus (Rhodora) Miller, West Lafayette, Son
Willie Miller Jr., Francesville, Son
Sally (Marion) Landrum, Knox, Daughter
John (René) Miller, Freemont, Son
Bonda (Richard) Wetmore, Pleasant Lake, MI, Daughter
Christine (Scott) Donovan, Delphi, Daughter
Josh Hale, Indianapolis, Son
Mitchell Bailey, Medaryville, Son-in-law
Danny Wireman, Wheatfield, Son-in-law
Joe Dean Hopkins, Rensselaer, Son-in-law
25 Grandchildren
58 Great-Grandchildren”
12 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Mildred Bailey, Former Spouse
Ruthene Bailey, Daughter
Joyce Wireman, Daughter
Ethel Miller, Daughter
Rodney Miller, Grandson
Marlana Miller, Granddaughter
Maverik Garcia, Great-Great-Grandson
Pairott Wireman, Sister
Sam Miller, Brother
Lana Shepherd, Sister
Victoria West, Sister
Mitchell Miller, Brother
Arnold Miller, Brother
Mr. Miller worked as a lumberjack in Kentucky before moving to Indiana in 1968 and going to work for the Monon Railroad (now CSX). He retired from the railroad after 23 years of service. He was a member of the United Baptist Church of Bailey’s Comer. He was an animal lover and especially enjoyed raising horses and mules. He loved his family very much and will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, April 25, at Frain Mortuary QuerryUlbricht Chapel in Medaryville. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Friday, April 26, at the funeral home with Pastor Alvin Allen officiating. A graveside Service will be at 2:30 p.m., Friday, April 26, at Kingsbury Cemetery in Kingsbury.
Memorial donations may be made to Little Dove Baptist Church or Parkview Haven Retirement Home.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Joseph E. Moon
June 29, 1957 to April 18, 2024
ROYAL CENTER - Joseph E. “Joe” Moon, 66, of Star City passed away unexpectedly Thursday, April 18.
Born June 29, 1957 in Logansport, he was the son of the late H. Philip and Della (Wood) Moon. He was a 1975 Winamac Community High School graduate. He married Debra S. Reinholt on April 29, 1978. She survives.
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| Joe Moon |
Survivors also include his children Kyle (Debbi) Moon of Culver, Stefanie (Drew) Hillis of Kempton and Megan (Don) Perkins of Winamac; brother Aaron Moon of Star City and Carl (Vonda) Moon of Pennsylvania; sister Sharon Glasson of Logansport; mother-in-law Barbara Reinholt; grandchildren Ashley Ellis, Connor Moon, Madison Moon, Paxton Moon, Lincoln Hillis, Ava Perkins, Paisley Hillis and Theodore Perkins; and great-grandson Ellis Hobert.
He was also preceded in death by sister Teresa Shaver, brother Marshall Moon, brother-in-law Brad Glasson, sister-in-law Sharon Moon and father-in-aw Gerald Reinholt.
Mr. Moon was a gifted and devoted machine specialist working for Cryovac/Sealed Air for over 30 years. He was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith in 1987 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Owensboro, Ky. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, trap and camp. He recently retired and found peace and happiness fishing in Florida, spending time with his family and just “tinkering.” He loved being a “Pappy” and enjoyed any opportunity to have fun with his grandchildren at the farm. He was proud to have spent his life on his family farm and took immense pride in keeping it maintained. He was a stranger to none and a friend to all. He would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need and was always willing help. He was so very loved, and loved so very much.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 23, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 24, at the funeral home with Pastor John Riggs officiating. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery, with a meal at the VFW to follow.
Memorial donations may be made to the Star City Volunteer Fire Department and/or Indiana Bass Federation Youth Association.
Mr. Moon’s online guestbook is available and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Nathaniel P. Gutwein
January 23, 1930 to April 16, 2024
FRANCESVILLE - Nathaniel P. “Nate” Gutwein, 94, of Francesville, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 16, at home, surrounded by his family.
He was born Jan. 23, 1930 in Francesville to the late Carl P. and Mary L. [Farney] Gutwein. He graduated from Francesville High School in 1948. He married Adeline May Novotny on Oct. 7, 1950 in Francesville, and they had five children. She passed away March 11, 1990. He married Rhonda K. Yaggie on April 12, 1992 in Francesville. She survives.
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| Nate Gutwein |
He is also survived by:
Charlene (Phil) Feldman, Eden Prairie, MN, Daughter
Jeff (Wendy) Gutwein, Forrest, IL, Son
Monica (Mike) Fritz, Kingston Springs, TN, Daughter
Corinne (Michael) Dornhecker, St. Paul, MN, Daughter
23 grandchildren and 63 great-grandchildren
Edison (Chrisann) Gutwein, Francesville, Brother
Phil (Carol) Gutwein, Francesville, Brother
Juanita Norman, Monon, Sister
Elden (Mary Lee) Gutwein, Monticello, Brother
Rodney (Donna) Gutwein, West Lafayette, Brother
Art Novotny, Francesville, Brother-in-law
Karl (Donna) Westfall, Francesville, Brother-in-law
Yvonne Gutwein, Francesville, Sister-in-law
Jim Denton, Francesville Brother-in-law
Fred Yaggie, Monticello, Brother-in-law
Nadine Tucker, Lafayette, Sister-in-law
Leona (Dean) Speece, Francesville, Sister-in-law
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
He was preceded in death by:
Timothy Wayne Gutwein, Son
Maxine Novotny, Sister
Mary Louise Westfall, Sister
Carl L. Gutwein, Brother
Sharon Denton, Sister
Mr. Gutwein was a lifelong resident and involved member of the Francesville community. He dedicated his working life to the Gutwein Milling Company. He was a devoted member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville and faithfully served Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior. “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, April 19, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville; and from 9 to 9:45 a.m., Saturday at the church. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 20, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville with ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.
The family suggests memorial donations be directed to Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville or Humanitarian Distribution Center in Francesville.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Sharon K. Moon
July 11, 1952 to April 15, 2024
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| Sharon Moon |
ROYAL CENTER - Sharon K. Moon, 71, of Star City passed away peacefully at 6:10 a.m., Monday, April 15, at home.
Born July 11, 1952 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Melvin and Mary (Leahy) Holder. She was a 1970 Pioneer High School graduate. On Aug. 14, 1971, she married Aaron B. Moon. He survives.
Survivors also include sons, Kirk Moon and Chad Moon, both of Star City; brother Melvin (Bonnie) Holder of Ohio; grandchildren Krista, Seth, Jade and Eryn; and great-grandchildren Carson and Dustin.
Mrs. Moon retired from the Braun Corporation in Winamac. She enjoyed sewing, quilt making and reading.
Per Mrs. Moon’s wishes there will be no visitation or service.
Her online guestbook is available, and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Jeffrey William Green
October 16, 1982 to April 13, 2024
ROYAL CENTER - Jeffrey William Green, 41, of Star City passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 13, at home.
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| Jeffrey Green |
Born Oct. 16, 1982 in Logansport, he was the son of Jeffrey Lin Green and the late Judy Magers Gudas. He was a 2002 Winamac Community High School graduate.
Survivors include his father Jeffrey L. (Molly Eisele) Green of Star City; sister Heather Wallace of Huntington; half-sister Patricia Green of Logansport; half-brother Jacob Green of Kewanna; grandmothers Shirley Koon of Peru and Sandra Green of Lafayette; and step-father Eric Gudas of Kewanna; and step-father and step-mother Ron and Carol Gady of Star City. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother Judy Gudas, and grandfathers Bill Magers and Harold Green.
Mr. Green was formerly employed as a welder at BraunAbility. He loved to hunt, fish, watch TV and spend time with family and friends. He had a good heart and would help anybody in need.
A gathering of family and friends will be from 3 to 6 p.m., Thursday, April 18, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center.
Mr. Green’s online guestbook is available and condolences may be shared at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Sharon S. Button
June 14, 1966 to April 11, 2024
WINAMAC - Sharon S. Button, 57, of Winamac, passed away Thursday, April 11, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend.
She was born June 14, 1966 in Knox, to Lloyd “Jackie” and Irene [Marshall] Howard. She attended Knox High School. On Sept. 18, 1989, she married Jerry Ray Button in Winamac. He survives.
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| Sharon Button |
She is also survived by:
Lisa Lynn (Brent) Clemons, Winamac, Daughter
Keisha Rae (Derrick Hale) Button, Culver, Daughter
Grandchildren: Raleigh Howard, Madison Hartwell, Jeri Wilson, Abigail Wilson, Joey Frinkle, Jordan Button, Isaiah Wright, Rebecca Wright, Levi Button, Kinley Button, Quinton Schick, and William Leo Rains Jr.
2 Great-Grandchildren (on the way)
Irene Howard Swanson, Knox, Mother
Lloyd (Phyllis) Howard, Culver, Father
Teresa (Bobby) Spencer, Knox, Sister
Debbie (Alan) Crissinger, Winamac, Sister
Karen Howard, Knox, Sister
Connie Witt, Winamac, Sister
George Howard, Knox, Brother
Ashley Howard, Culver, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews (and their families)
Katie Matthews, Special Member of the Family
Preceded in death by:
Robert Lee Howard-Button, Son
Jeremy Scott Button, Infant Son
Kyle Benjamin Button, Son
Bentley Wayne Button, Infant Grandson
Karl Swanson, Step-Father
Lloyd “Buster” Howard, Brother
Mrs. Button was a loving and devoted wife and mother. She absolutely cherished time spent with her grandchildren. She enjoyed adult coloring books, listening to music and attending races at Shadyhill. She also enjoyed camping and fishing. She will be deeply missed by her friends and family.
Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Thursday, April 18, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. (Thursday), at the funeral home. Private burial will be at Mt. Zion-Franklin Twp. Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
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