Obituaries
G. Jean Spoor
Septemer 9, 1922 to February 3, 2016
ROYAL CENER - G. Jean Spoor, 93, of Culver, formerly of Winamac, passed away at 9:46 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.
Born on Sept. 9, 1922 in Winamac, she was the daughter of the late George Carl and Sarah (Hahn) Hood. On Aug. 25, 1943, she married Lester P. Spoor at the Christian Church parsonage in Winamac. He preceded her in death on Dec. 16, 2002.
Survivors include her sons, Gary Spoor (Dorothy) of Cookeville, TN, Thomas G. Spoor, Sr. (LaVonda) of Monterey, Mark Spoor (Evelyn) of Indianapolis and daughter, Linda Weaver (Mike) of Roanoke. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 4 step great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter.
She was also preceded in death by son, Alan Spoor, granddaughters, Kelly, Kimberly and Amanda Spoor, great grandson, Chase Bonnell, brothers, Kenneth, Jay and Cecil Hood and sister, Ruth DePoy.
Mrs. Spoor was a 1939 Star City High School graduate. After graduation she worked as a secretary to E.G. Fry of Winamac. She spent most of her life as a farm wife and during that time she also retired as the assistant librarian from the Monterey Tippecanoe Library after 18 years. She formerly attended Monterey United Methodist Church and was a 50-year member of the Winamac Order of Eastern Star. She was also a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxilary.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 5, at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center Chapel. The funeral service will be at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 6, at the funeral home, with additional visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Winamac Order of Eastern Star.
Those who wish may sign the online guestbook or leave a condolence for the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Edward C. Zehner
November 16, 1930 to January 25, 2016
KNOX - Edward C. Zehner, 85, of Knox, died Monday, Jan. 25, in Knox.
He was born Nov. 16, 1930 in Monterey, son of the late William and Loretta Langenbahn Zehner. He married Marilyn Keller. She survives.
Also surviving are Son, Edward (Judy) John Zehner of Alma, Mich., Son, Michael (Yvette) Gregg Zehner of San Diego, Daughter, Dawn (Edward) Mackowicz of Walkerton, Daughter Denise (Butch) Napier of Peotone, Ill., Brother, Bill Zehner of Monterey, 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by brother Raymond Zehner.
Mr. Zehner was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. He loved to fish and spend time with his family and grandchildren. He worked as a supervisor for Bendix.
Friends will be received 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 28, at the at the Braman & Son Memorial Chapel, Knox. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 29, at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Knox with Father Rick Holy officiating. Interment will follow at St. Anne Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the to St. Thomas Catholic Church.
Jean A. Wireman
June 18, 1940 to January 22, 2016
NORTH JUDSON - Jean Ann Wireman, 75, of Walkerton passed away Friday Jan. 22.
She was born June 18, 1940.
She is survived by two sisters, Donna Wireman and Betty Williams and one brother, Floyd Wireman Jr..
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday Jan. 26, at the Assembly of God Church, Medaryville. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 27, at the church. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville.
Arrangements by O'Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson.
Wanda Miller
February 11, 1933 to February 3, 2016
WINAMAC - Wanda Miller, 82, of Winamac, passed away at 1:22 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.
She was born Feb. 11, 1933, in Lubbock, TX, to Ewell and Maggie Burnett and was the youngest of twelve children. She married Darl G. Miller (who survives) in September 1964 in Kalamazoo, Mich.
Survivors include:
Daughters: Tommi Borsini, Granger, and Kelly Miller, Winamac
Son: Bruce Wheatley, Kalamazoo
Grandchildren: Bruce (Denise) Wheatley, Jr.; Brian (Angie) Wheatley; Danna Tibbs; and Dustin Tibbs
7 Great grandchildren
Sister: Ruby Wright Rosharon, TX
Several Nieces and Nephews
Mrs. Miller was a member of Kewanna Church of Christ and the Kalamazoo Area Board of Realtors. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. She enjoyed weekend trips with her husband. She was proud to be a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and best friend. She loved receiving yellow roses from her husbannd on every special occassion. She was a woman of faith and her favorite book was the Bible.
A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 13, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with David Broad and Aaron McCombs officiating. Private burial will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, Mich.
Memorial donations may be given to a hospice of donor's choice or Kewanna Church of Christ. The family wishes to express their loving thanks to Marilyn Wentz, Jeremy Wentz, as well as Pauline and Richard Smith.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary. Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Kyle A. Lowry
July 20, 1988 to February 3, 2016
WINAMAC - Kyle A. Lowry, 27, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.
He was born July 20, 1988 in Winamac to Kent Allen and Deena Sue Olson Lowry.
Survivors include:
Kent and Deena Lowry, Winamac, Parents
Rachel Lowry, Winamac, Sister
Roland Lowry, Winamac, Paternal Grandfather
Linda (Jerry) Smith, Aunt
Randy (Kim) Lowry, Uncle
Connie (John) Knowles, Aunt
Marvin (Barbara) Olson, Uncle
Dennis (Janet) Olson, Uncle
Gary Olson, Uncle
Rita (Harold) Wiley, Aunt
Philip (Virginia) Olson, Uncle
Numerous Cousins
Preceded in death by:
Nancy Owen Lowry, Paternal Grandmother
Reuben & Inez Sayers Olson, Maternal Grandparents
Darlene Olson-Wildridge, Aunt
After completing high school, Mr. Lowry received a bachelor's degree in pastoral ministries from Olivet Nazarene University. From an early age, his heart desired to serve the Lord. While at Olivet, he was blessed with many opportunities to serve God and grow as a leader. He was very outgoing and active in student life. In 2011, he received the Student Lincoln Laureate Award for his outstanding achievements in academics and extracurricular activities. He served as: student body president; a member of the homecoming court; vice co-chair of the Nazarene Student Leadership Association (NSLA); a member of the Food Service Committee; vice president for publicity for Seventh Reel Film Club; Associated Student Council (ASC) Social Life Committee; and in 2010, he was selected by his peers as "Mr. ONU".
He was an active member of the Winamac Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed music, especially following the Christian band UnderOath. He was an avid Boston Bruins fan and a Star Wars enthusiast. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially boating and fishing. His dog, Thomas and his cat, Fredrick were very special to him. He loved his family very deeply and will be dearly missed. He would want everyone to remember him as happy and outgoing, living life with a passion for the Lord.
Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 7, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Monday at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Feb. 8, at the funeral home with Pastors Tara and Brett Smith officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to Olivet Nazarene University or Winamac Church of the Nazarene (Please specify in memory of Kyle Lowry).
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Mary L. Monnett
Nov. 11, 1944 to February 3, 2016
FRANCESVILLE - Mary Louise Monnett, 71, of Winamac, died at 9:55 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.
She was born Nov. 11, 1944, in Rensselaer, to the late Ray and Mable Mullindor Monnett.
Survivors include:
Nancy K. Patrick, Hammond, IN Sister
Larry Scheffer, Francesville, IN Friend
Preceded in death by:
Jerry Monnett, Brother
Dean Monnett, Brother
Betty Holeman, Sister
Cleora Resler, Sister
James L. Monnett, Brother
Mrs. Monnett worked as a housekeeper for many years. She was a member of the Francesville United Methodist Church.
Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 6, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel-Francesville. The funeral services will follow at 2 p.m., (Saturday, Feb. 6), at the funeral home with Pastor Hal Cohn officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donations may be given to Francesville United Methodist Church.
Janet L. Hartwick
October 19, 1925 to February 2, 2016
WINAMAC - Janet Lois Hartwick, 90, of South Bend (formerly of Winamac), passed away at 10:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 2, surrounded by her family at her residence in South Bend.
She was born Oct. 19, 1925, in Winamac, to the late Peter and Mable Freeman Kruzick. She married Elmo Edward Hartwick on June 3, 1946. He died Jan. 8, 1995.
Survivors include:
Susan Hartwick, South Bend, Daughter
Martha Wagner, Granddaughter
David Wagner, Grandson
Tilar Wagner, Great Grandson
Wesley Wagner, Great Grandson
Shaun & Jason Wilson, Step Grandsons
Preceded in death by:
4 brothers: Phillip, Hubert, James and Emil
1 sister: Ruth Ault
Mrs. Hartwick was a homemaker and a former bookkeeper at the Schultz Brothers store in Winamac. She was a 1943 graduate of Winamac High School. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star No. 96 in Winamac and Pulaski County REACT. She was an active member of Pulaski County Human Services where she was selected as senior volunteer of the year. She had also worked as a school bus driver for Eastern Pulaski schools. She was an avid gardener. She enjoyed volunteering her time, camping, making crafts, knitting and crocheting. She also enjoyed playing board games and playing cards. She was actively involved in the lives of her nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A celebration of her life will follow at 7 p.m. (Tuesday, Feb. 9), at the funeral home, beginning with Eastern Star Services. Burial of cremains will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac, at a later date.
Memorial donations may be given to the charity of the donor's choice.
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