Obituaries

Max L. Ginder

April 27, 1918 to July 3, 2016

PLYMOUTH - Max L. Ginder, 98, passed away at the Catherine Kasper Home in Donaldson on Sunday, July 3.

He was born April 27, 1918 in Porter Cross Roads, Porter County, to the late Charles and Hazel Miller Ginder. He married Jeanette Fites on Sept. 19, 1947. She died in 2000.

As a child, Mr. Ginder's family moved many times, but always had interesting adventures as told by Max to his friends and family. Max along with his sisters, brother, and father had a family band that entertained at the local events. He was part of the 1936 graduating class of Lincoln High School in Plymouth. After graduation he began working at the Plymouth Bear Cat Store. Over the years he became a valuable employee eventually managing stores in Plymouth, Niles, Michigan and Winamac.

While in Winamac a young woman (Jeanette) would stop in the Bear Cat to talk. After their marriage they successfully operated and eventually became owners of the Winamac Bear Cat Store. Over the years the couple trained many of their "boys" at the Bear Cat. Their "boys" kept in contact and were grateful for the support, guidance, and values the were taught by Max and Jeanette. For 37 years The Bear Cat was a mainstay of downtown businesses in Winamac.

After 53 years of marriage, Max decided to move back to Plymouth after Jeanette's death to be closer to his sisters and other family. Over the last years many nieces and nephews heard more of the exploits of the Ginder family from Uncle Max and encouraged him to write his "story". Max's family will enjoy reading and reminiscing over his life story for years to come.

Mr. Ginder is survived by his youngest sister, Jean Hoover who said Max "was the best brother ever". His 19 nieces and nephews and his best friend, Wanda Gibson will also miss him, his humor, and stories. He was preceded in passing by brother Milford (Irma) Ginder, sister Annabelle (William) Whitesell, sister Elberta (George) Davis, brothers-in-law Eldon "Pete" Peterson, Bufford Hoover, a niece Lynn (Peterson) Keresztes, a nephew Mark Peterson and a great niece Claire Jimenez.

A time of visiting with the Ginder family will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Friday, July 8, at the Van Gilder Funeral Home, Plymouth. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon, at the funeral home with Rev. Thomas Rough officiating. Private burial will follow the service at the Winamac Cemetery, Winamac

The Ginder family has requested in lieu of flowers donations be made in Max's name to Center of Hospice and Palliative Care, 112 S. Center Street Plymouth, Indiana 46563.

Friends are invited to sign the online guest book and share memories of Mr. Ginder with his family at www.vangilderfuneralhome.com

Donald I. Florer

September 18, 1935 to July 17, 2016

MEDARYVILLE - Donald Ira Florer, 80, of Ely, Minn., passed away Sunday, July 17.

He was born Sept. 18, 1935 in Indiana to the late John and Lillie Lewis Florer.  

He is survived by his children, Steve and Angela.

Mr. Florer graduated from Elston High School and served in the U.S. Army. 

No services will be held.

Private burial will be at Independence Cemetery in Medaryville.

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Medaryville.

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

Norine R. Green

May 28, 1964 to July 11, 2016

WINAMAC - Norine R. Green, 52, of Star City, passed away at 2:33 p.m., Monday, July 11, with her family by her side at IU Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

See was born May 28, 1964 in Hazen, ND. 

Survivors include:
Erin A. (Kenneth) Daren, Star City, Daughter
Joshua C. Green, Star City, Son
Willard A. Green, Star City, Son
Jeremiah W. Green, Star City, Son
Blake Hedger, Grandson
Adin Daren, Grandson
Liberty Daren, Granddaughter
Zoey Marie Daren, Granddaughter
Lois (Bob) Sipes, Indiana, Sister
Kerry (Anna) Knecht, North Dakota, Brother
MaryAnn (Darrell) Navratil, Iowa, Sister
Kim (Michelle) Knecht, North Dakota, Brother

Preceded in death by:
Helmuth Knecht, Father
Arlene Pittsely Knecht, Mother 

Mrs. Greenand her family moved to Star City in 2002. She had been a former resident of Kentucky, Georgia, and North Dokata. She had a deep faith in God and was a devoted mother and grandmother. She was a strong woman and fought her battle until the end. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, July 16, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home with Rev. Thomas Hopewell officiating. Private burial will be at a later date in Star City West Cemetery, Star City.

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

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

June Williams

May 12, 1925 to May 28, 2016
WINAMAC - Word has been received of the death of June Williams, 91, of Kingfisher, Okla. (formerly of Winamac and Pampa, Texas) on May 28. 

She was born in Cleveland, Ark. on May 12, 1925 to the late Jeff and Mary Short Williams. Her family moved to Lefors, Texas in 1933. She married Carl Galbreath in Carlsbad, NM in 1942. He preceded her in death. 

She is survived by three daughters: Linda, Carlessa and Zelpha; Many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; as well as a sister: Betty.  

Also preceding her death are two daughters: Brenda and Elizabeth; three great grandchildren: Ricky, Nicky and Laura; as well as seven siblings: Jonnie, Arlie, Geoffrey, Kenneth, Louise. Troy and Billy.

Ms. Williams was a Christian and loved her family dearly. She cared, she shared, and she was always there when someone needed her.

Per her wishes, no services will be held.

Memorial donations may be given to All God’s Children Daycare (106 S. Market St. Winamac, IN 46996) where her beloved granddaughter Kelley Vasquez serves as director.

Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

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

Virginia A. Steiner Wagner

March 14, 1930 to July 11, 2016

WINAMAC - Virginia "Ginny" Alto Wagner, 86, of Peachtree City, Ga., formerly of Winamac, passed away  Monday, July 11, at the Southland Rehabilitation in Peachtree City, Ga.

She was born March 14, 1930, in Lafayette, to the late Harry and Edith Nelson Steiner. She married Henry Lewis Wagner on Feb. 12, 1961 in Lafayette. He died Sept. 24, 2013. 

Survivors include:
Edie (Dean) Tendick, Winamac, Daughter 
Herb (Megan) Wagner, Moreland, Ga., Son 
Grandchildren: Jennifer Tendick, Travis Tendick, Kayla Wagner, Benne Wagner and Adam Wagner 

Preceded in death by:
5 Brothers
5 Sisters 

Mrs. Wagner was an active member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Winamac, for many years. She was also member of the church Ladies Guild. She enjoyed eating out, attending church conferences, Vacation Bible School and going to gospel hymn sings. She also enjoyed traveling on bus tours. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She will be remembered by many for the pies and cinnamon rolls she prepared for church events.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Sunday, July 17, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Monday, July 18, at St. Luke Lutheran Church, Winamac, with Pastor Tom Woodley officiating. Burial will be at St. Mark Lutheran Cemetery, Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be given to St. Luke Lutheran Church.

William D. Myers

April 14, 1950 to July 10, 2016

FRANCESVILLE - William Dennis Myers, 66, of Rensselaer, passed away at 6 a.m., Sunday, July 10, at Kindred Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born April 14, 1950, in Rensselaer, to the late Earl and Opal Mae Elston Myers.

Survivors include:
Jody (Kathy) Myers, Goodland, Son 
Buffy (Bruce) Hines, Monon, Daughter 
Grandchildren: Tyler Howard, Payton Hines, Kyle Myers and Jacob Myers
Jeanetta Myers, Walton, Sister
Linda Birnell, Walton, Sister
Crystal "Pete" Rinehart, Walton,  Sister 
Lynne Zingg, Rensselaer,  Companion

Preceded in death by:
4 sisters and 3 Brothers 

Before his retirement in 2014, Mr. Meyers worked as a forklift operator at Donaldson Co. in Rensselaer. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. He enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle and fishing.

No services are scheduled.

Memorial donations may be given to American Diabetes Association.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.