Obituaries
Jeffrey Ruff
April 9, 1962 to October 15, 2015
WINAMAC - Jeffrey James "Jeff" Ruff, 53, of Winamac, passed away peacefully at 12:28 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 15, at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis.
He was born on April 9, 1962 in Logansport, to Otto and Donna Ruff. He married Beth Ann Halleck Ruff, on March 8, 1986 in Winamac. She survives.
Survivors include:
Jacob F. (Jenna) Ruff, Rochester, Son
Joshua A. Ruff, Indianapolis, Son
Otto James & Donna J. White Ruff, Star City, Parents
Rick J. Ruff, Brother
James J. (Sheila) Ruff, Star City, Brother
Robert J. (Shamay) Ruff, Rochester, Brother
Thomas & Barbara Dickey Halleck, Winamac, In-Laws
Thomas & Tammy Halleck, Star City, Brother-in-law
Jennifer & Dan Knebel, Winamac, Sister-in-law
Cynthia & Joe Garnett, Winamac, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Mr. Ruff graduated from Winamac High School in 1980 and Ball State University in 1987. He worked in sales and marketing for 23 years at the Braun Corporation in Winamac.He had a passion for farming and began farming full time following his work at Braun. He also worked as a commodities broker and enjoyed agricultural risk management. What he cherished as his greatest accomplishment, however, was his and Beth’s two sons, Jake and Josh. His role as a father was the one which gave him the most joy, and he couldn’t be more proud of the young men they’ve become.
Mr. Ruff enjoyed spending time on the lakes of Northern Minnesota, playing cards with friends and family, and watching his favorite sports teams. He also loved animals, especially his two dogs, Barney and Lucy. He was a charter member of the Pulaski Animal Center. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pulaski. He was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. He will be deeply missed.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 21, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pulaski, with Rev. Michael J. Heppen C.S.C. officiating. Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery West, Pulaski.
Memorial donations may be given to Pulaski Animal Center.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Brooke D. Billingsley
July 4, 1978 to October 11, 2015
WINAMAC - Brooke Danielle Billingsley, 37, of Winamac, passed away Sunday, Oct. 11, in Ft. Wayne.
She was born July 4, 1978 in Valparaiso. She married Gregory T. Billingsley on April 29, 2011 in Nashville, IN. He survives.
Also surviving are:
Kyrsten Long, Daughter
Cage Long, Son
Valerie Brown, Winamac, Mother
Numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins
Preceded in death by:
Gene & Linda Brown, Maternal Grandparents
Vera Jones, Maternal Great Grandmother
Mrs. Billingsley was a member of Pulaski County REACT. She was always there to lend a helping hand to others. She enjoyed camping, listening to music, and spending time with friends. She was a great cook. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and daughter. Her children meant everything to her. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m., Monday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m., (Monday, Oct. 19), at the funeral home. Private burial will be at Mt. Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to to the funeral home to help the family with funeral expenses.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Jensen Anliker
March 7, 1995 to October 10, 2015
FRANCESVILLE - Jensen Michelle Anliker, 20, of Anderson (formerly of Francesville) passed away at 9:11 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10, at Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health in Indianapolis.
She was born March 7, 1995 in Monticello.
Survivors include:
Anne M. (Brian Smith) Rodriguez, Indianapolis, Mother
Robin Kyle (Stacy) Anliker, Francesville, Father
Devin (Katie Fitch) Anliker, Brother
Brendan "Big B" Anliker, Brother
Caleb Evans, Brother
Raelynn Anliker, Sister
Sarah (Keterdrick) Banks, Sister
Tammy (Benjamin) Thompson, Sister
Rachelle (Shannon) Evans, Sister
Breanna Kistler, Sister
Devin Kistler, Brother
Myrtis & Phyllis Malchow Anliker, Paternal Grandparents
Tim & Vicki Evans Vuich, Paternal Grandparents
Ellyn Campbell, Maternal Grandmother
Stephen Smith, Maternal Grandfather
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins
Jon Nolley, Anderson, Fiance
Preceded in death by:
Fred Rodriguez, Maternal Grandfather
Ms. Anliker spent most of her life in Pulaski County where she attended West Central and Winamac schools. She graduated from Oak Hill High School in Oak Hill, WV in 2014. Most recently she was attending the Art Institute in Indianapolis where she was pursuing a degree in culinary arts management. She was employed at Wal-Mart in Anderson. She was very outgoing and she lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed cooking, music, motorcycle rides, and bowling. She especially enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Her family was everything to her. She will be dearly missed. Her family reports that "although we are saddened by our loss, we are filled with joy by Jensen's gift of life through organ and tissue donation."
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville; and one hour prior to services Saturday at the church. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, at Francesville First Christian Church, Francesville, with Pastor Lori Lucas officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
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.
Michael Cardwell
September 13, 1956 to October 10, 2015
WINAMAC - Michael David Cardwell, 59, of Winamac, passed away at 4:12 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10, at his home in Winamac.
He was born Sept. 13, 1956, in Merrillville, to Elmer and Patricia Mayfield Cardwell.
Survivors include:
Megan Renee (Agim) Dupi, Indianapolis, Daughter
Nicholas Michael (Angela) Cardwell, Anderson, Son
Lydia Marie Cardwell, Granddaughter
Adelaine Drita Dupi, Granddaughter
Anjeza Arlene Dupi, Granddaughter
Patricia Sue Mayfield Cardwell, Winamac, Mother
Brian (Janet) Cardwell, Kouts, Brother
Brett Cardwell, Winamac, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Elmer Clyde Cardwell, Father
Mr. Cardwell was a welder, machinist and boilermaker. He also did private construction in Lake County. He also worked in computer graphics. He was a member of the boilermakers union in Lake County. He was a member of the Moose Lodge. He enjoyed playing darts, pool and recreational shooting. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
Memorial donations may be given to the funeral home to help the family with funeral expenses.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Michael Nuss
January 9, 1985 to October 11, 2015
WINAMAC - Michael Wayne Nuss, 30, of Bourbon (formerly of Winamac) passed away at 10:22 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 11, in Burbon, as the result of an automobile accident.
He was born Jan. 9, 1984 in Valparaiso.
Survivors include:
David Nuss, Bourbon, Son
Gabriel Nuss, Bourbon, Son
Misty Rooney, Bourbon, Fiance
Davon Annette (Rich) Doty, Winamac, Mother
Tammy (Jerry) Pratt, Francesville, Sister
Keith Nuss, New Carlisle, Brother
Jodie (Jeremy) Toot, Logansport, Sister
Tracy Nuss, Logansport, Sister
Robert Nuss, Chesterton, Brother
Jeffery Fowler, Logansport, Brother
Richie Doty, Lafayette, Brother
Brandie Doty, Warsaw, Sister
Roberta (Jeffery) Dehnart, Winamac, Maternal Grandparents
Melody Doty, Winamac, Paternal Grandmother
Several Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins
Mr. Nuss spent most of his life in Winamac. He had attended Winamac Community High School. He was employed as a welder and painter at Dragon ESP in Akron. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his two sons, who were his world. He was a loving father, son, brother and friend. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 7 p.m., (Sunday, Oct. 18), at the funeral home with Rev. Laura Bailey officiating. Private burial will take place at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.
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.
Harvey A. Scheffer
Aubust 7, 1953 to October 6, 2015
ROYAL CENTER - Harvey A. Scheffer, 62, of Winamac passed away at 9 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 6, at his residence.
Born Aug. 7, 1953, he was the son of Melvin Scheffer and Julia (Johnson) Turnpaugh. On July 27, 1974, he married Jane A. Fisher. She survives.
Also surviving are son, Matthew Scheffer (Natasha) of Winamac, daughters, Rachel Scheffer of Star City and Laura Beth Scheffer of Europe, mother, Julia Turnpaugh (Tom) of Onward, brother, Roy Dean Turnpaugh of Peru, sister, Penny Crissinger (John) of Winamac, brother-in-law, Don Fisher (Janet) of Winamac and sister-in-law, Pam Olson (Gordon) of Valparaiso. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, Zach, Tiffany, Jacob, Matthew, Harvey Michael, Olivia and Alexandria.
He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Arthur Scheffer.
Mr. Scheffer was a self-employed truck driver and he was also a farmer. He formerly worked at CFS. He was a former member of Eagles Lodge #2580 in Winamac.
A memorial gathering will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 12, at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center Chapel.
Memorial donations may be made to one’s favorite charity.
Sign the online guest book or leave condolence for the Scheffer family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com
Vonda Z. Fisher
November 6, 1925 to October 4, 2015
WINAMAC - Vonda Zoe Fisher, 89, of Winamac, passed away at 8:15 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 4, at Life Care Center of Rochester in Rochester.
She was born Nov. 6, 1925, in Winamac, to the late Ira Earl and Fay Marie Miller Vanscoyk. Shemarried Lloyd Eugene Fisher in 1942. He died March 14, 1983.
Survivors include:
Carol Ann Schmidt, Culver, Daughter
Claudia Gene Schramm, Winamac, Daughter
William S. Fisher, Winamac, Son
9 grandchildren
16 great grandchildren
Richard Keller, Monterey, Brother-in-law
Preceded in death by:
2 Brothers & 2 Sisters
Mrs. Fisher was former worker at the Rice Corporation in Monterey. She also worked as a bookkeeper for Good Oil Co. in Monterey. She was a member of the American Legion auxillary in Monterey and Winamac. She enjoyed music, art and watching game shows. She was a good wife and mother.
No services will be scheduled.
Burial of cremains will take place at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
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