Obituaries

Glenn Wood Jr.

March 28, 1931 to March 11, 2015

WINAMAC - Glenn Wood Jr., 83, Star City, passed away at 4:28 p.m., Wednesday, March 11, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

He was born March 28, 1931, in Star City, to the late Glenn E. Sr. and Esther L. Boose Wood.

Survivors include: 
Martha (Clare) Karsten, St. Paul, MN, Sister 
Aaron Moon, Star City, Nephew 
Teresa Shaver, Kewanna, Niece 
Joe Moon, Winamac, Nephew 
Sharon Glasson, Logansport, Niece 
Carl Moon, York, PA, Nephew 
Paul Karsten, St. Paul, MN, Nephew 
Janene Heider, St. Paul, MN, Niece 

Preceded in death by: 
Della Moon, Sister 
Marshall Moon, Nephew 

Mr.Wood lived most of his life near Star City. He graduated from Pulaski High School in 1949. He attended Indiana University and then Purdue University, where he graduated in 1957. He was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho Social Fraternity and Alpha Zeta Honorary Fraternity at Purdue. After graduation, he returned to the family farm where he was born. He was also engaged in a small business (Wood Sales, Inc.) selling grain storage, drying and handling equipment. He was a member of the Star City United Methodist Church where he served for a number of years as the church organist and in many other capacities. He was also a 4-H Leader for many years. Mr. Wood also traveled extensively in many areas of the world.

Visitation will be after 12 noon, Sunday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., (Sunday, March 15), at the funeral home with David Sommers officiating. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery, Star City.

Memorial donations may be given to Star City United Methodist Church, Star City West Cemetery, or a charity of the donor's choice. 

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

Nancy J. Pletka

November 26, 1940 to March 3, 2015

WINAMAC - Nancy J. Pletka, 74, of Winamac, passed away at 5:45 a.m., Tuesday, March 3, at Hickory Creek, Winamac.

She was born Nov. 26, 1940 in Winston Salem, NC to the late Paul Sr. and Edna Williams Wadford. She married William Pletka on Aug. 30, 1980 at Lake Bruce. He passed away Jan. 11, 2006.

Survivors include:

Kathy (Brian Stamper) Saine, Winamac, Daughter
Roger Morse, Jr., Elkhart, Son
Terry Pletka, Elkhart, Son
Amy (Christopher) Johnson, Granddaughter
Jammie Watson, Granddaughter
Courtney Parcell, Great Granddaughter
Ryan Parcell, Great Granddaughter
Téa Parcell, Great Granddaughter
Carl Arnett, Great Grandson
Cyera Arnett, Great Granddaughter
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Alice Morse, Daughter
Paul Wadford, Jr., Brother
Lynn Cruey, Sister
Glenn Wadford, Brother

Mrs. Pletka enjoyed watching NASCAR and was a huge Dale Earnhartd, Jr. and Denny Hamlin fan. She also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles. She loved her basset hound Speedy and grandcats Wrigley and Patches. She loved her family very much. She will be dearly missed by all.

No services will be held.

Memorial donations may be given to Pulaski Animal Center.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Clarence R. Warner Sr.

April 3, 1935 to March 6, 2015

WINAMAC - Clarence Russell "Russ" Warner Sr., 79, of Star City, passed away at 11:54 p.m., Friday, March 6, at his granddaughter's home in Monticello.

He was born April 3, 1935 to the late Lawrence and Opal Burns Warner. He married Judy K. DeWitt on May 28, 1960 in Star City. She passed away Aug. 10, 2006. 

Survivors include:

Mary "Billie" Lowe, Muncie, Companion 
Russell (Cheryl) Warner, Winamac, Son 
Sherri Squires, Huntington, Daughter 
Chad (Melissa) Warner, Grandson 
Joey (Jessie) Kough, Grandson 
Jennifer (Christopher Hargis) Kough, Granddaughter 
Mindy Warner, Granddaughter 
Michelle Warner, Granddaughter 
Heather (Steven) Sehstedt, Granddaughter 
Shane Warner, Grandson 
Sam Warner, Grandson 
Shannon Satur, Granddaughter 
Scott Satur, Grandson 
Sabrina Satur, Granddaughter 
11 Great Grandchildren 
Several Nieces and Nephews 

Preceded in death by:  
Opal Burns Warner Shreve, Mother 
Cynthia Lou Warner, Daughter 
Art Warner, Brother 
Betty Johnson, Sister 
Trig Franchville, Sister 
John Warner, Brother 

Lois Warner, Sister Mr. Warner served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a lifelong resident of Star City and enjoyed spending his winters in Bradenton, FL. He was often seen driving his golf cart around Star City with his poodle Sugar. He was a truck driver and a proud member of the Teamster's Union. He was the former owner of Warner Auto Sales in Star City and enjoyed buying and selling cars. He had a great sense of humor. He was always willing to do anything for his family and friends. He will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 14, at Frain Mortuary. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m., (Saturday, March 14), at the funeral home with Pastor Heath Hiatt officiating. Burial will be at Star City West Cemetery, Star City. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be given to Team Cindy Strong c/o White County Relay for Life. 

Marilyn S. Thobe

February 1, 1963 to March 6, 2015

CELINA, OHIO - Marilyn Sue Thobe, 52, passed away peacefully in her home with her family on Friday, March 6.

She was born Feb. 1, 1963 in La Porte, to Robert and Mary Sue Alt. She was the wife of Chris Thobe for 23 years.

She is survived by four children, Megan, Holly, Hank and Max Thobe; mother, Mary Sue Link; sister, Rebecca Goble; brother, Robert D. Alt; brother, Donald Link; sister-in-law, Leslie Link; mother-in-law, Virginia Thobe; in-laws Vivian Schmitt, Cindy and Randy Grapner, Terry and Sue Thobe, PJ and Carla Thobe, Joyce and Pete Hierholzer, Glen and Ann Thobe, Gregg and Lisa Thobe; cousins, 22 nieces and nephews, and 4 great-nieces and nephews.

Deceased are her father, Robert C. Alt; step-father, Donald Link; father-in-law, Harold (Whitey) Thobe; brothers-in-law, Greg Goble and David Schmitt; and 2 nephews.

Mrs. Thobe graduated from Winamac High School in 1981. She received a bachelor’s degree in textile science from Purdue University in 1985. She worked for Metropolitan Environmental Services in the sales and estimating department. Then, she became a mother of four and volunteered actively with the Celina City School District, Mercer County 4-H program and throughout the community. Later, she was a librarian at the Celina Branch of the Mercer County District Library where she found a passion at the program director (Rock Lady) for the Langston Rock and Mineral Collection.

There will be a gathering for Mrs. Thobe’s family and friends at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church at 119 E. Fulton St. in Celina, Ohio on Friday, March 13 from 3 to 7 p.m. A memorial service will take place at the St. Paul’s United Methodist Church from 10:30 to 11:30 p.m., Saturday, March 14. Prior to the memorial service, calling hours will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to The Mercer County District Library, 303 N. Main St., Celina, Ohio; to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 119 E. Fulton St., Celina, Ohio; or to the wishes of the family.

Arrangements are being handled by Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Coldwater. Condolences may be left at hogenkampfh.com. 

Priscilla R. Anliker

October 15, 1917 to March 5, 2015

FRANCESVILLE - Priscilla Ruth Anliker, 97, of Francesville, died at 10:20 p.m.,Thursday, March 5, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville. 

She was born Oct. 15, 1917, in Sabetha, KS, to the late Menno and Sophia Strahm Steiner. She married Eli H. Anliker on Dec. 16, 1939 in Sabetha. He died Feb. 5, 1998.

Survivors include: 
Ronald (Vicky) Anliker, Wheatfield, Son 
Wendell (Karel) Anliker, Francesville, Son 
Marilyn (Roger) Albrecht, Lafayette, Daughter 
Elaine Bahler, Wolcott, Daughter 
10 grandchildren 
28 great-grandchildren

Preceded in death by: 
1 grandson 
3 brothers 
7 sisters

Mrs. Anliker was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville. She enjoyed gardening, sewing and entertaining friends and family. She and her husband spent many winters in Florida. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved serving her Lord Jesus Christ.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel-Francesville and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, March 9, at the Apostolic Christian Church, Francesville, with the ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be given to Parkview Haven Retirement Home. 

Kevin P. Owens

February 2, 1949 to February 25, 2015

MEDARYVILLE - Kevin Paul Owens, 66, of Medaryville, passed away at 10:13 a.m.,Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

He was born Feb. 2, 1949 in Rensselaer, to the late James Omer Owens and Beatrice Owens (Howe). 

Cameron Owens, Grandson 
Brice Schultz, Grandson 
Betty (Eligah) Joseph, Buffalo, Sister 
Clem "Sonny" Owens, Hazard County, KY, Brother 
Velma Owens, Medaryville, Sister-in-law 
Aldena Owens, Wheatfield, Sister-in-law 
Kathy Owens, Medaryville, Sister-in-law 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:  
Christopher Thomas Owens, Son 
Helen West, Sister 
Melvin Owens, Brother 
Leslie "Buck" Owens, Brother 
Franklin "Dink" Owens,Brother 
James Omer Owens, Jr., Brother 
Sandra "Penny" West, Sister 
Doris Owens, Sister 

Mr. Owens graduated from Medaryville High School in 1967. He served in the U.S. Army as a military policeman in Panama. He was a member of the Medaryville American Legion Post #96. He worked most of his life as a welder and was retired from Metal Fab Engineering in Winamac. He was an avid gardener. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, traveling, attending festivals, and flying RC Airplanes. He was a member of Winamac Aero Modelers. He loved his family very much and will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 2, at the funeral home with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will take place in White Post Cemetery, Medaryville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services. 

Memorial donations may be given to Medaryville American Legion Post #96 or to a charity of the donor's choice.