Obituaries
Elmer J. Bucher
October 9, 1926 to May 28, 2015
RENSSELAER - Elmer Jay Bucher, 88, of Rensselaer passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, May 28.
He was born Oct. 9, 1926 in LaCrosse, the son of the late Albert J. and Marie (Stortz) Bucher. On Dec. 30, 1951, he married Betty "Peg" Marti who preceded him in death on July 5, 1983.
Surviving are his daughters, Linda (John) Hodel of Roanoke, IL, Mary (Mark) Huber of Bloomington, IL, Rebecca Barnes of Lafayette, and Elaine (Jeff) Sanders of Rensselaer; one son, James Bucher of Ft. Wayne; 9 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Ken (Carol) Bucher of Valparaiso.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Nancy, one grandchild, one great-grandchild and 12 siblings.
Mr. Bucher was raised in LaCrosse where he graduated from LaCrosse High School with the Class of 1943. He was a retired farmer who was commonly referred to as "The Sandman" as he sold and delivered sand to many people over the years. He enjoyed working with wood and especially enjoyed making wooden stools, loved to play Scrabble and to attend activities at the Senior Citizen's Center.
For seven years Mr. Bucher served as the administrator at Parkview Haven in Francesville. He was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church of Francesville, and was a past board member of Timber Ridge Apostolic Christian Home for the Handicapped. He was a Habitat for Humanity volunteer for many years, a member of the Jasper County Hospital Auxiliary and most recently received training to be a Hospice Volunteer.
Friends will be received at the Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer Sunday, from 1 until 5 p.m. CDT. Funeral services will be held at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville on Monday, June 1, at 10 a.m. EDT. Burial will follow at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donatons may be made to the Jasper County Hospital Home Healthcare and Hospice or the Timber Ridge Apostolic Christian Home for the Handicapped.
Share memories and condolences at www.jacksonfuneral.com
Fr. Ronald Schiml
January 15, 1930 to May 24, 2015
WINAMAC - Word has been received of the death of Fr. Ronald Schiml, C.PP.S., 85, at 11 p.m. Sunday, May 24, at St. Charles Center, Carthagena, Ohio, where he made his home.
Fr. Schiml was born in Dayton on Jan. 15, 1930, to Terence and Olga (Trentman) Schiml. He entered the Society in 1943 and was ordained on June 11, 1955.
From 1993 to 2013, Fr. Schiml served as pastor of St. Joseph Church in Pulaski (Star City). In July 2013, he retired to St. Charles Center, Carthagena, Ohio.
His survivors include a sister, Lois Ann Schiml, Dayton; a sister-in-law, Camilla Schiml, Dayton; six nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Terence Schiml, Jr.
Calling hours at St. Charles will be from 1 to 5 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 28, at St. Charles. Fr. Larry Hemmelgarn, C.PP.S., will preside. Burial will follow in the Community cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, Cincinnati Province.
Glen W. Ricks
July 31, 1957 to May 17, 2015
FRANCESVILLE - Glen W. Ricks, 57, Monon, formerly of Francesville, passed away at 12:15 a.m., Sunday, May 17, at his residence.
He was born July 31, 1957 in Monticello, to the late Galen W. and Helen M. Selby Ricks.
Survivors include:
Brooke Ricks, Lafayette, Daughter
Garrett (Stacey Young) Ricks, Monon, Son
Grant (Kisa Wood) Ricks, Delphi, Son
Eddie Essex, Grandson
Brayli Ricks, Granddaughter
Ivey Wood, Granddaughter
3 Brothers
1 Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Thomas L. Ricks, Brother
Mr. Ricks was raised in Francesville and graduated from West Central High School in 1975. He was a lifelong livestock farmer in Pulaski County. He was also an avid gardener and enjoyed gardending with his granddaughter Brayli. He loved the Lord and enjoyed reading his Bible daily. He was a loving father and grandfather. His grandchildren were his world. He was a very kind man who will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel Francesville. A celebration of life service will follow at 7 p.m., (Friday, May 22), at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Private burial will take place at a later date.
Memorial donations may be given to a fund established at Alliance Bank for his grandchildren.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.
Tina Kasten
December 25, 1956 to May 17, 2015
WINAMAC - Tina Marie Kasten, 58, Winamac, passed away at 10:14 p.m., Sunday, May 17, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.
She was born Dec. 25, 1956, in Winamac, to the late Frank and Arnabelle Stepp Penicaro.
Survivors include:
Denise L. (David) Hettinger, Star City, Daughter
T.J. (Sara) Lowry, Winamac, Son
Michael (Jenny) Kasten Jr., Winamac, Son
Shaun-Dale (Sarah) Kasten, Winamac, Son
Charity Foley, Lafayette, Daughter
Grandchildren: Taylor Hettinger, Carter Hettinger, Dakota Conner, Durham Kasten, Austin Kasten, Madyson Kasten, Trinity Foley, and Serenity Sloan.
Penni (Floyd) Hilton, Yuma, AZ, Sister
Dan (Ellen) Penicaro, Greenville, SC, Brother
Tim Penicaro, Rochester, Brother
Debra Penicaro, Star City, Sister-in-law
Cathy Penicaro, Kewanna, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Bradley Penicaro, Brother
James Penicaro, Brother
Mrs. Kasten was a lifelong resident of Pulaski County. She had worked at the Colonial Inn for 13 years and also the Pleasant View Rest Home for 24 years. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and her dogs Sophie and Teddie. Family was her life. Her passion was cooking and baking, especially for her family.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, 2015 at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, May 22, at the funeral home with Pastor Andy Weil officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Andrew Regan
March 27, 1927 to May 13, 2015
MERRILLVILLE - Andrew Regan, 88, Medaryville, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 13.
He was born March 27, 1927.
He is survived by his daughters: Patricia (Michael) Bozek, Janet (Alyn) Besner and Deborah (Albert) Cuellar; grandchildren: Lori (Mike), Holly (Darrick), Alan (Tricia), Jeff (Annie), Joe (Catherine), Richie (Michelle), Jonny (Crystal), Tom (Olivia), Dana (Mark) and Jim (Raquel); and eight great grandgrandchildren. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Olga Regan.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marion Regan and great grandson, Brody Tarin.
Mr. Regan served in the U.S Navy during World War II aboard the U.S.S. Hector. He went on to retire from U.S. Steel with 30-plus years of employment. He loved to golf, fish with his brother Al and work crossword puzzles. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Friends are invited to visit with the family from 3 to 6 p.m., Sunday, at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel (7535 Taft Street, Merrillville). The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, May 18, at the funeral home. Interment Calumet Park Cemetery.
Karen R. Shank
February 14, 1963 to May 12, 2015
KEWANNA - Karen R. Shank, 52, of Winamac passed away at 10:45 p.m., Tuesday, May 12, at Hickory Creek of Rochester.
Born Feb. 14, 1963 in Rochester, she was the daughter of Donald L. and Doris E. (Walls) Woolington. On April 22, 2006, she married James N. Shank Jr. He survives.
Also surviving are her mother, Doris Woolington of Kewanna; children, Kayci Cunningham and Tracy Cunningham, both of Kewanna; granddaughter, Sydney May of Kewanna; brothers, Mark Woolington (Mona), Michael Woolington (Deb), both of Logansport and Dan Hassenplug (Cathy) of Kewanna; father-in-law and mother-in-law, James and Carol Shank of Winamac; brother-in-law, Jerry Shank of Lafayette; and sister-in-law, Kim Kline (Terry) of Winamac.
She is preceded in death by her father, Donald Woolington and brother, David Hassenplug.
Mrs. Shank was a 1981 Kewanna High School graduate. She formerly worked at Ace Hardware in Winamac and she was also a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and was also an avid Colts and NASCAR fan. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her granddaughter, Sydney May and her beloved dog, Zeke. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Rochester.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel; and also one hour before the time of service at the church. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 16, at the Church of Christ, 120 E. 5th St., Rochester with pastors Jim Dillinger and Doug Nolen officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Frederick J. Wilson
April 28, 1950 to May 13, 2015
WARSAW - Fredrick John Wilson, 65, with family surrounding him, passed away at 10 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, at his Warsaw home.
He was born April 28, 1950 in Logansport, to Lester Lewis and Lucille Love (Werner) Wilson. On May 17, 1975 in Winamac, he and Shelia Antrim were married. She survives. They moved to Warsaw where they raised their 10 children.
Survivers include his mother: Lucille Wilson, Winamac; 10 children and their spouses: Phillip Wilson, Warsaw; Stephen (Jennifer) Wilson, Weston, Florida; Christopher (Kerri) Wilson, Warsaw; Jakim Wilson, Phoenix, Arizona; Michael (Lauren) Wilson, Warsaw; Angela Wilson, Winona Lake, Erica Wilson, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Nathan (Sacha) Wilson, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada; Ashley Wilson, Terre Haute, and Nicholas Wilson, Knoxville, Tennessee; 2 brothers and sisters-in-law: Jeffrey and Nancy Wilson, Sarasota, Florida and Gary and Cate Wilson of Fishers; sister and brother-in-law: Judy and David Ross of Deland, Florida; 9 grandchildren: Katlyn, Makayla, Riley, John-Paul, Trevarus, Tristan, Jersey, Preston and Liam.
He was preceded in death by his father, Lester Wilson.
Mr. Wilson was a 1968 Winamac High School graduate. He remained in Winamac until the late 1970’s. He was a faithful member of Touch of Life Church. He was also a member of Warsaw Rifle and Pistol Club and was very involved with Lake City Skiers. He loved family time, reading the Bible, spreading God’s Word and cooking for his family.
Family and friends will gather for a time of sharing in support of one another from 3 to 6 p.m., Sunday, at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw. A celebration of Fred’s life will take place at 10 a.m., Monday, May 18, at the funeral home. Pastor Rick Cooper of Touch of Life Church will officiate. A graveside service will begin at 1 p.m., at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
The family has asked that gifts in Mr. Wilson's memory be given to K-21 Health Foundation - Cancer Care Fund, PO Box 1810, Warsaw, Indiana 46581-1810 or Touch of Life Church, 2339 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw, Indiana 46580.
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