Obituaries
Rodric W. Huber
January 29, 2024
VALPARAISO - Rodric Wayne Huber, 79, of Port Charlotte, Fla., passed away Monday, Jan. 29, following a seven-month battle with cancer.
The son of the late Eugene and Mildred Huber, he grew up on the family farm in Francesville, was a hard worker and loved his summers working with his uncles on their farms. He graduated from Winamac High School in 1962.
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| Rodric Huber |
He is survived by his wife Mary Huber and children: Rod (Megan) Huber, Brett (Cinda) Huber, Candace (David) Wade, and Travis (Jenn) Huber; grandchildren: McKayla, Leighton and Ashtyn Huber, Tanner and Kiley Huber, Maverick, Tye, McGregor, Claire, Logan and Chloe Wade, Hollie (Alex) Malott, Hunter (Bianka) Huber and Hayden Huber; great-grandchildren: Heidi, Margot and Betty Malott, Oliver and Lincoln Huber; and Siblings: Gene (Barbara) Huber, Chris (Sharon) Huber, Peggy Huber, John (Beverly) Huber, and Wanda (Jake) Hoerr.
He was preceded in death by his grandson Canyon Wade, sister Sandee Price, and father-in-law and mother-in-law Ben and Ruth Ann Hodel.
Mr. Huber and his wife were married on a snowy winter Sunday in February 1967, a few months after he became eligible for the Vietnam War draft and his graduation from Purdue University. Four months after their wedding the couple answered God’s call to surrender their lives to their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and promised to follow Him whatever and wherever He wanted them to do or go. He was a State Farm Insurance agent in DeMotte for 28 years while working in ministry. He received a master’s degree in ministry from Moody Bible Institute and served as a pastor with the Apostolic Christian Church and Faith Evangelical Bible Church in Valparaiso. His great joy in this life was to glorify his God and tell others of salvation through Jesus Christ. He served many years with Overseas Instruction in Counseling and later taught Bible classes at three assisted living homes in Florida. He was a member of Peace River Baptist Church in Punta Gorda, Fla. Ministry and family were of the utmost importance for Mr. Huber. He loved to travel and he combined the two by taking his family on mission trips here in the States and to other countries. He was excited about traveling with Mary to see the wonderful and marvelous creation of God’s hand here in the U. S. He was a beloved brother, uncle, father, grandfather, husband, pastor, brother in the Lord, friend, confidante, prayer warrior, seeker of the lost and passionate lover of Jesus Christ.
A visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday, Feb. 5, at Valley Baptist Church, 255 CR 325 East (Rigg Rd.), Valparaiso, with a funeral service following at 12 noon, which will be livestreamed at vbcvalpo.online.church. Burial will follow at Angelcrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Brookdale Senior Living in Punta Gorda, Florida.
Jeffery B. Jordan
April 3, 1963 to January 25, 2024
WINAMAC - Jeffery B. “Jeff” Jordan, 60, of Lafayette (formerly of Buffalo), passed away Thursday, Jan. 25, at Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis.
He was born April 3, 1963 in Winamac, to the late Stanley R. and Myra Mae (Galbreath] Jordan. He graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1981 and earned a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in 1987. He was a proud alumni member of Alpha Phi Omega fraternity. He was also an avid Purdue basketball and football fan. On March 9, 1985, he married Donna F. Goetz in Wanatah. She passed away Feb. 8, 2016.
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| Jeff Jordan |
He is survived by:
Justin G. (Christa) Jordan, Winamac, Son
Kelsey N. Jordan, Lafayette, Daughter
Eliott R. Jordan, Winamac, Grandson
Oliver R. Jordan, Winamac, Grandson
Jody M. VanMeter, Royal Center, Sister
Jason R. Jordan, Star City, Brother
Diana L. Goetz, Lafayette, Sister-in-law
Danita J. (William) Farmer, Valparaiso, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins
Preceded in death by:
Glenn and Laura Goetz, In-Laws
William VanMeter, Brother-in-law
Mr. Jordan had many talents, but worked most of his life in the auction business. He and his wife were loving and devoted parents and the best grandparents. He enjoyed attending his grandsons’ sporting and school events. He had a great personality, told the best stories, and was fondly known as “Shapoopy” to his family. The 4-H program was a big part of his life. In 1981, he was Pulaski County 4-H King. Notably, he met his future wife through 4-H. He went on to serve one term as president of the Porter County 4-H Council and also served as club leader for the Washington Wiz Kids for several years. He was introduced to Live Action Role Playing (LARP) nearly 20 years ago which became a passion of his. He was active in two LARP groups, KANARAK and Far Reach, where he was known to all as Kildrig (the wise shaman). His LARP family played an important role in his life and helped him through some difficult times. Most of all, he enjoyed LARPing with his son and grandsons.
Cremation will take place at Frain Crematory in Winamac. Per Jeff’s wishes, the family will host a celebration of life at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski County 4-H Council.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Madaline L. Sommers
March 22, 1933 to January 25, 2024
ROYAL CENTER - Madaline L. (Fisher) Sommers, 90, of Star City passed away peacefully at 4:35 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 25, at Woodbridge Health Campus in Logansport.
Born on March 22, 1933 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Leal (Hall) Fisher. She was a 1951 Star City High School graduate. On Nov. 25, 1951 she married her high school sweetheart, Richard I. Sommers. He preceded her in death on Jan. 19, 2014.
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| Madaline Sommers |
Survivors include her children, David L. (Dottie) Sommers of Kewanna, Daniel L. Sommers of West Lafayette and Betty L. (Steve) Anderson of Lafayette; sister, Katherine (Leroy) Moore of New Mexico; sisters-in-law, Carol (Ron) Martin of Lewisville, Texas and Mary (Ed) Sayers of Winamac; grandchildren, P.J. (Chris) Brucker of Winamac, Lynn (Todd) Edgell of Monticello, Nicholas (Amanda) Sommers of Kewanna, Christopher (Amy) Sommers of Lucerne, Abby (Jeremiah) Evilsizer of Kokomo, Kassie Clawson of Lafayette and Aaron (Brittany) Anderson of Montana. She is also survived by 24 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Sommers worked in various bookkeeping positions while her husband served in the U.S. Army. She was an active member of Star City United Methodist Church and the Fletchers Lake Church. She enjoyed playing Euchre, playing golf, wintering in Florida and Texas, being a Purdue basketball and Chicago Cubs fan, and most of all spending time with family and friends. She was the Caston Cross Country “grandma” for many years as the team ventured to Brown County State Park for the preseason training camp. She was the head cook for the team and was instrumental in setting the menu and organizing the camp. She enjoyed watching her kids and grandkids in all their activities including running cross country, basketball, baseball and golf, along with 4-H and school programs. Above all her time spent hosting and volunteering, she was most known for baking and decorating cakes. Wedding cakes, birthday cakes, graduation, you name it, she would decorate a cake for your occasion and always make it special. “Madaline’s cakes” were always a treat.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 28, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 29, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery.
Memorial donations can be made to the Fulton County Community Foundation in memory of Madaline Sommers supporting the Caston Cross Country program.
Mrs. Sommers’ online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Carolyn S. Redlin
August 25, 1953 to January 24, 2024
NORTH JUDSON - Carolyn Sue (Fites) Redlin, 70, of Winamac, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Jan. 24, surrounded by her loving family.
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| Carolyn Redlin |
She was born Aug. 25, 1953 to the late William and Delores Fites. She graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1971. On March 22, 1975, she married Charles “Chuck” Redlin at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Denham. He survives.
Also surviving are two children Christine (Michael) Lawbaugh, Highland, and Craig (Mallory) Redlin, Rensselaer, and grandchildren. She is survived by her brother Steve (Minner) Fites, Winamac, and sisters Lois Reynolds, Winamac, Marilyn Krieg, Indianapolis, and Nancy Abraham, Valparaiso.
Mrs. Redlin was a tireless worker, having many different jobs around town. She was a lover of BINGO and all games of chance. She enjoyed going on girls trips with Chrissy and attending all of Craig’s band functions. She loved to travel with the family; however, her greatest joy was being a grandmother to her three grandchildren, Hunter and Haley Lawbaugh and Lauren Redlin.
Visitation will be from 9 to 11a.m., EST (8 to 10 a.m. CST), Monday, Jan. 29, at St.
Paul Lutheran Church, Denham. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., EST (10 a.m. CST), at the church with Rev. Mark Fakih presiding. Burial will be at St. Paul
Lutheran Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the St. Paul Lutheran Church.
O’Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson, is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Timonthy P. Hammond
June 25, 1961 to January 23, 2024
WINAMAC - Timothy Paul Hammond, 62, of Winamac (formerly of North Judson), passed away Tuesday, Jan. 23.
He was born June 25, 1961 in Chicago Heights, IL to the late Elmer D. and Catherine W. [Hohner] Hammond.
He is survived by his son Jesse and 12 siblings: Elizabeth, Dan, Jim, Ed, Catherine, Marian, Marty, Rita, Eileen, Robert, Paul and Joe, as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Thomas.
Mr. Hammond graduated from Wheeler High School and Valparaiso Tech. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He worked most of his life as an electrical engineer at Bethlehem Steel.
Cremation will take place at Frain Crematory in Winamac. His ashes will be scattered in the Tippecanoe River with a private ceremony.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com where a tree can be planted in memory of Tim. No flowers please.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
JD Danford
August 31, 1936 to January 20, 2024
WINAMAC - JD Danford, 87, of Star City, passed away Saturday, Jan. 20, in Evansville.
He was born Aug. 31, 1936 in Monon, to the late John and Daisy [Watson] Danford.
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| JD Danford |
He is survived by:
Ronda Denney, Winamac, Daughter
Cindy Rife, Cherokee, IA, Daughter
Diana (Danny) Farris, Logansport, Daughter
Brandon (Lana) Rife, Grandson
Megan (Max) Foster, Granddaughter
Natalie Farris, Granddaughter
Tyler Rife, Great-Grandson
Trista Rife, Great-Granddaughter
Norman Danford, Washington, IN, Brother
Vic Day, Monon, Brother-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Betty [Drach] Danford, Wife
Evelyn Clemons, Sister
Angie Day, Sister
Barbara Keiser, Sister
Gwen Bennett, Sister
Cleta Jo Danford, Infant Sister
Larry Danford, Brother
Bob Danford, Brother
Charles Danford, Infant Brother
Mr. Danford drove truck all his life. He also previously worked at Moyer Grain and the Pulaski County Highway Department, as well as for Tony Kasten and Mike McClure. McClure. He was a longtime member of the Star City Volunteer Fire Department. He loved spending time at his shop and listening to Bluegrass music.
In keeping with Mr. Danford’s wishes, a private graveside service will be held at Star City West Cemetery in Star City. Burial will follow at the cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Star City Volunteer Fire Department.
Online tributes may be made at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Sherrie L. Hauptli
February 10, 1965 to January 18, 2024
MEDARYVILLE - Sherrie L. [Nightingale] Hauptli, 58, of Medaryville, passed away Thursday, Jan. 18, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.
She was born Feb. 10, 1965, in East Chicago. She was a 1983 graduate of West Central High School in Francesville and attended Central Bible College in Springfield, MO.
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| Sherrie Hauptli |
Sherrie is survived by:
Coltin D. Lynch, Hamlet, Son
Cheyenne R. (fiancé: Seth Dunfee) Lynch, Knox, Daughter
3 Grandchildren: Isabelle, Roweyn and Bristol
Donna R. Hendershot, Billings, MO, Sister
Sandra K. Baker, Billings, MO, Sister
Isaac E. (Mona) Nightingale, Monon, Brother
Rosetta L. Nightingale, Indianapolis, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
John W. Sr. and Betty L. [Banes] Nightingale, Parents
Nicholas E. Hauptli, Husband
Chastity N. “Chas” Bennett, Daughter
John W. “Sonny” Nightingale Jr., Brother
Mrs. Hauptli worked most of her life in the medical field. She was a gifted musician who was well-known for playing the organ and piano at church. In 1984, she joined Melodyaires which began her singing career spanning over 25 years, concluding with her performance in I Love Lucy. She taught piano for many years and credited her love for music to Josephine Speicher. In addition to her musical talents, she was fluent in American Sign Language and was a talented cook and baker. She was an avid bowler; a pastime she shared with her father. She was a certified storm chaser and covered White County. She loved spending time outdoors and especially enjoyed summers spent working at Indiana Beach. She served her Lord and Savior with all her heart. Her Medaryville Assembly of God church family was precious to her. Most of all, she was a loving and devoted daughter, mom, grandma, sister, and aunt. She will be incredibly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 26, at the Medaryville Assembly of God Church. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. (Friday), church with Pastor Tom Dewlen officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Medaryville.
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