Obituaries
Betty L. Kuszmaul
March 23, 1926 to November 2, 2015
WINAMAC - Betty Lorene Zook Kuszmaul, 89, of Winamac, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, at her residence in Winamac.
She was born in Logansport March 23, 1926, to the late Claude and Myrtle Snyder Zook. On Dec. 24, 1945, she married Frederick Warren Kuszmaul. They celebrated 68 years together. He passed away Feb 2, 2014.\
She is survived by two daughters: Rita (Ken) Layton of La Porte, and Becky (Rick) Dilts of Winamac; four grandchildren: Julie (Joe) Koczan, Jason (Jennifer) Dilts, Jeremy (Annie) Dilts, and Derrick (Emily) Dilts; 10 great grandchildren: Jaydon Koczan-Steele, Jonah and Julianna Koczan, Quinn Dilts, Moses, Lillian and Clara Dilts, Caroline, Lydia and Elizabeth Dilts. Also surviving are a sister, Joyce (Ralph) Sparks, Flora, and several very special nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her grandson, Brett Steele; three sisters: Mary Bernice Zook, Pauline (Paul) Heffley, and Laverna (Wayne) Zinn.
Mrs. Kuszmaul was very devoted to her family, friends and community. She worked tirelessly to obtain a grant to construct the walking trail at the Winamac Town Park and took great pride in seeing her community enjoy it. She lovingly made Barbie doll clothes for her two girls and she also loved dolls. There was a period of time when she made her own dolls using her trusty sewing machine to give each their own personality. Betty and Fred built with their own hands their beautiful home on the Tippecanoe River outside of Winamac, which they enjoyed for many years before moving into town. She had a knack when it came to remodeling homes and decorating. In 2007, she was named one of the Pulaski County Women of the Year. She had a very competitive spirit. She enjoyed the game of golf and watched sports with Fred by her side. She also enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s activities.
Mrs. Kuszmaul was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Winamac and was a faithful servant of God. She worked for Rockwell Standard in Logansport before taking a position as secretary at Winamac High School from where she retired. Betty and Fred enjoyed 10 winters in Sarasota, FL and 10 winters in Sebring, FL and became fast friends with all they met. She loved her family very much, especially spending time with her grandchildren and great-children. She will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at the First United Methodist Church in Winamac; and one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Methodist Church..Burial will be at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Flora.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the First United Methodist Church, Winamac.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Richard D. Onken
June 5, 1935 to November 1, 2015
WINAMAC - Richard D. "Dick" Onken, 80, of Argos, passed away peacefully at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 1, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born June 5, 1935 to the late Arthur Adolf and Helen V. Waymire Onken. He married Phyllis Planck on March 16, 1957 in Las Vegas. She survives.
Also surviving are:
Rodney Onken, Argos, Son
Deanna Stevenson, Mason, OH, Daughter
Susan (Mark) Winkelman, Richardson, TX, Daughter
Jeremy Onken, Grandson
Jennifer (Jason) Laudeman, Granddaughter
Brooke Stevenson, Granddaughter
Shelby Rodriguez, Granddaughter
Taylor Laudeman, Great Granddaughter
Bradyn Rodriguez, Great Grandson
Owen Laudeman, Great Grandson
Preceded in death by:
Betty Gastineau, Sister
Margaret Behnke, Sister
Ruth McCracken, Sister
Arthur E. Onken Jr., Brother
Mr. Onken graduated from Pulaski High School in 1954. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps in Korea. He was a member of the Logansport Eagles #323. He was retired from GTE Phone Company where he had worked over 30 years. Dick and Phyllis enjoyed spending their winters in Clearwater, FL for the last 20 years. He enjoyed playing cards with his friends in the little town of Etna Green. He regularly attended Argos United Methodist Church. He was a true family man, who especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 5,, at the funeral home with Rev. Heather Foley officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be given to Gentiva Hospice or American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Norma L. Conley
May 25, 1946 to October 30, 2015
FRANCESVILLE - Norma L. Conley, 69, of Francesville (formerly of Knox) passed away unexpectedly at 4:41 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.
She was born May 25, 1946 in Stockbridge, MI to the late Orval and Elsie Bailey Banks. On Sept. 7, 1966 she married Edward Gene Conley in Foracre, KY. He survives. They recently celebrated 49 years of marriage.
Also surviving are:
Andrea (Randal) Campbell, Francesville, Daughter
Jared Campbell, Grandson
Jordan Campbell, Grandson
Josh Campbell, Grandson
Talon Ohanis, Great Grandson
Preceded in death by:
Eugene Banks, Brother
Ronald Banks, Brother
Paul Vernon Banks, Brother
Mrs. Conley graduated from Salyersville High School in 1964. She was a longtime resident of Knox before moving to Francesville in 2015. She was a member of Knox Freewill Baptist Church as well as the ladies club of the church. She faithfully served her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for 35 years. She was a very hard worker and was retired from American Rubber in LaPorte. She enjoyed watching the ID television channel. She was a people person, who could light up a room and was truly one of a kind. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Highland Cemetery, North Judson.
Memorial donations may be given to Amazing Grace Fellowship Church.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arvilla A. Crissinger
April 9, 1935 to October 30, 2015
WINAMAC - Arvilla A. Crissinger, 80, of Star City, passed away at 9:50 a.m., Friday, Oct. 30, at Hickory Creek, Winamac.
She was born April 9, 1935, in Denham, to the late Ralph and Maxine S. Werth Rater. She married Thomas W. Crissinger on Dec. 3, 1954 in Jeffersonville. He died Sept. 15, 2013.
Also surviving are:
David T. (Elaine) Crissinger, Winamac, Son
Michael L. Crissinger, Star City, Son
Jonathan M. (Michelle) Crissinger Sr, Plymouth, Son
Kathleen I. Taff, Winamac, Daughter
Jesse F. Peter, Star City, Son
10 Grandchildren
3 Step Grandchildren
17 Great Grandchildren
4 Step Great Grandchildren
Beverly (Larry) Tanner, Medaryville, Sister
Preceded in death by:
Carl Rater Brother
2 grandchildren
1 Great Grandchild
1 Son-in-law
1 granddaughter-in-law
Mrs. Crissinger had worked as a telephone operator for several years. She retired as a nursing assistant at the Logansport State Hospital. She was a member of the Denham Baptist Church, Denham. She enjoyed crocheting, reading and watching all types of sports. She was a big NASCAR fan. She enjoyed listening to music, especially Conway Twitty. She also enjoyed watching and listening to birds. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
No funeral service will be scheduled.
Memorial donations may be given to the cancer fund.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Lloyd D. Dickinson
March 5, 1941 to October 28, 2015
FRANCESVILLE - Lloyd Duane Dickinson, 74, of Francesville (formerly of Medaryville), died at 5:15 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Franciscan Health, Rensselaer after courageously battling illness over the last three years.
He was born March 5, 1941 in Rensselaer to the late Lloyd E. and Dorothy A. Moore Dickinson.
Survivors include:
Duane Scott Dickinson, St. Petersburg, FL, Son
Rodney Dean Dickinson, Bailey's Corner, Son
Cindy Sue Dickinson (Rick) Rhodenbaugh, Bloomington, Daughter
Rachel Smidler (Randy) Brick, Medaryville, Daughter
6 Grandchildren: Jamie, Miranda, Kevin, Angela, Ricky, and Hunter
Numerous Great Grandchildren
Martha Lou (Fritz) Hershman, Rensselaer, Sister
Sandra Kay Tatlock, Francesville, Sister
Norma Jean DeWitt Howard, Wheatfield, Significant Other
Preceded in death by:
Sheila Jo Dickinson, Daughter
Mr. Dickinson graduated from Medaryville High School in 1959 where he was a star athlete and proud to be a Black Horse. He served two years in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was a 50-year member of the American Legion and a proud member of the 40 & 8. He faithfully participated in military honors services for his fellow veterans. He and his former wife Susie maintained a friendship throughout the years. He worked at Ford Motor Co. Stamping Plant in East Chicago for 30 years before retiring as a forklift operator in 1990. He was a proud member of the UAW.
Mr. Dickinson was an avid golfer and a longtime member of Moss Creek Golf Club. He enjoyed playing cards and was also a race fan and basketball fanatic. He enjoyed selling Hoosier Basketball Magazines all over the state of Indiana. He also enjoyed trips to South Dakota with Norma Jean, who throughout his illness remained a faithful caregiver. He attended First Baptist Church of Francesville. He recently received Jesus Christ as his personal Saviour. He loved his family very much, especially watching his grandsons play sports. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m., Sunday; and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., (Monday, Nov. 2,) at the funeral home with Pastors Dennis Gutwein and Thomas Dewlen officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery, Medaryville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside Service.
Memorial donations may be given to the Francesville American Legion.
Ronald J. Stupeck
October 18, 2015
HAMMOND - Ronald J. Stupeck, 76, of Medaryville, formerly of Hammond, passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, at his residence.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Dolores, (nee Juzwick); three children: Daniel (Mary) Stupeck, Linda (Bill) Sera, and Lorrie Stupeck; four grandchildren: David (Danielle) Stupeck, Heather Stupeck, Rene'e (Michael) Steifel, and Eric Sera; three great-grandchildren: Matthew Stupeck, Ava Steifel, and Alex Steifel; two sisters in law: Jacquelyn (late Clarence) Stupeck and Shirley (late Robert) Stupeck; several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Estelle (nee Knapp) Stupeck; and brothers: Clarence and Robert Stupeck.
Mr. Stupeck was a Hammond resident for the past 63 years, before moving to Medaryville in 2002. He was a retired employee of Giltspur Expo Services.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday at the Anthony & Dziadowicz Funeral Home, 4404 Cameron Ave., Hammond (5 blocks W. of Calumet, 1 block N. of Gostlin). The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 23, with Rev. Vladimir Janeczek officiating. Burial at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville.
John E. Brown Jr.
August 29, 1942 to October 8, 2015
MONON - John E. Brown Jr., 73, of Olney, IL died at 9:50 pm, Oct. 8, at Carle Foundation Hospital of Urbana, IL.
He was born Aug. 29, 1942 in Francesville to the late John E. and Ida M. (Widner) Brown Sr.
He is survived by his wife Nedra; 3 children, Rachelle (Gerard) Goodbold of Lafayette, Tish (Gary) Kruger of Francesville; and Jason (Molly) Brown of Monticello; 10 grandchildren; and a sister, Connie Dalka of Reynolds.
Mr. Brown was a 1960 graduate of Monon High School and also graduated from the Indiana Police Academy at Indiana University. He married Dianne Robinson in 1961 in Monon and they had three children together before divorcing. He then married Nedra Brown, she survives. Mr. Brown was an avid farmer, police officer, and White County Coroner. He was a member of the Eagles and the Fraternal Order of Police.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 19, at Bedford Cemetery in Monon with Rev. Chris Dodson officiating. A gathering for family and friends will immediately follow at the home of daughter Tish Kruger, Francesville.
Please mail memorial contributions to Gary and Tish Kruger, 10507 W 800 S, Francesville, IN 47946-8271.
Share memories and online condolences at www.clapperfuneralservices.com
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