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ObituariesLouanne K. RichOctober 31, 1940 to July 31, 2015 FRANCESVILLE - Louanne Kay Rich, 74, Canyon Lake, TX, passed away at 9:14 p.m., Friday, July 31, at the home of her son, Jon Rich, in Francesville. She was born Oct. 31, 1940. No local services will be held. Cremation arrangements were handled by Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. Marjorie E. NicolasAugust 27, 1935 to August 3, 2015 WINAMAC - Marjorie Ellen Heintz Nicolas, 79, Winamac, passed away at 10:40 p.m., Monday, Aug. 3, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville. She was born August 27, 1935, in Winamac, IN, to Elmer and Catherine Button Field. Marjorie was married to Jack R. Heintz on November 15, 1953, in the First Christian Church, Winamac. He passed away on November 17, 1994. She then married Joseph J. Nicolas on February 14, 2003, in Winamac. He survives.
Survivors include:
Joseph J. Nicolas, Winamac, IN, Husband
Preceded in death by: She lived all of her life in Pulaski County. She was a graduate of North Judson High School and received a degree in Cosmetology. Marjorie had worked as a cosmetologist and also taught cosmetology.Marjorie was known as Granny to her grandchildren and their friends.She enjoyed working puzzles, crocheting, and her flowers. Visitation will be from 4-8PM EDT Sunday, August 9, 2015 at Frain Mortuary. Funeral Services will be held at 11AM EDT Monday, August 10, 2015, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Pastor Rick Abbott officiating. Burial will take place in Star City West Cemetery, Star City, IN. Jean Martschink BuyerNovember 19, 1932 to July 26, 2015 MONTICELLO - Jean Martschink Buyer, 82, of Monticello, passed away at 7:10 a.m., Sunday, July 26, at the White Oak Health Campus of Monticello, surrounded by her family. She was born Nov. 19, 1932, in Charleston, S.C., to the late Gustav Charles and Karen Elizabeth Larisey Martschink. She married John Joseph Buyer on Dec. 27, 1950, at the St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Charleston.
Surviving are husband, John Joseph Buyer, Sr., D.D.S. of Monticello; daughters, Karen Buyer Burkhardt of Kokomo, and Diane Buyer D.D.S. (Timothy Yale) of Indianapolis; sons, John J. Buyer, Jr. D.D.S., MPH, MS, (Col. USA D.C. ret.) (Christine) of Blacksburg, Virginia, and former Congressman Steve Buyer (Col. USAR ret.) (Joni) of Carmel; grandchildren, Colleen Buyer, Ryan Buyer (Ashlyn), Joseph Buyer (Molly), and Jeremy Buyer (Lauren); 3 great grandchildren; sister, Barbara Martschink Mobley (Jack) of Charlotte, North Carolina; and brother, Gustav C. Martschink, Jr. (Linda) Huntersville, North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents, and son-in-law, Toby Burkhardt. Mrs. Buyer dedicated 50 years to the American Legion Auxiliary.She was a member of the Thornton Williams American Legion Post #81 of Monticello.She was a partner of La Boutiques Des Huit Chapeaux et Quarante (8 & 40) Femmes Salon 135 and the American War Mothers. In 1991-1992, she was the American Legion Auxiliary, Second District president and in 1997-1998 the Department (State) president of the American Legion Auxiliary. She served on the American Legion Auxiliary National Legislative Council.In July of 1998, Indiana Governor James O'Bannon presented her with Indiana's prestigious award, "The Sagamore of the Wabash" for the 43 years of volunteerism in the support of Indiana military personnel and their families.She was a Girl Scout Leader and Sunday School teacher. In addition, she enjoyed playing Bridge, gardening, crafts, sewing, politics, and people being the people person she was. She also enjoyed fishing on the Tippecanoe River and collecting cookbooks. Her philosophy was "Strangers are friends I have not met yet." Members of the American Legion Auxiliary and the 8 & 40 will hold their Farewell Service along with Pastor Gary Roberts officiating at 5:30 p.m., Friday, July 31, at the Miller - Roscka Funeral Home of Monticello. Members and friends are welcome immediately following the service until 8 p.m. Burial will be private for the family at the Roseland Cemetery in Francesville In lieu of flowers, donations to Indiana Veterans Home, 3851 N. River Road, West Lafayette, Indiana, 47906, Attn: Jim Clouse, MacArthur Building Renovation/Dining Halls in Memory of Jean Buyer, PDP American Legion Auxiliary. Loretta J. Widup LeesNovember 12, 1939 to July 21, 2015 ROUNDUP, MT - Loretta Judith Lees, 75, passed away Tuesday, July 21, in Roundup, MT. She was born Nov. 12, 1939 to the late Cyril and Mildred Costello Widup in Winamac. She married Fred Crist and with this union they had three children. She later married Richard Dellos and they had one son.
She is survived by her children Rhonda (Phil) Schmeltzer of Worland, WY, Valerie Crist of Boulder, CO, and Kurt (Diane) Dellos of Ft. Collins, CO. She is also survived by siblings Mary Lou (Branson) Hiatt of Walkerton, Betty (Kermit) Parcel of Winamac, Jim (Eunice) Widup of Billings, MT, Terri (Glenn) Pipes of Midland, TX, Ruby (Ted) Ondo of Worland, WY, Merlin (Val) Widup of Waukesha, WI, and Cyrlin Green of Tuscon, AZ. She is also survived by five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and the daughter of her special companion, Juleen Moore. Judith was preceded in death by her son Eric Crist, brother Paul Widup, and husband David Lees. She was also preceded in death by her special companion, Vern Moore. Mrs. Lees attended school in Walkerton and Star City. Cremation has taken place and services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 1, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Worland, WY. A celebration of life service will be held Aug. 29, at Roundup, MT. Donations in Mrs. Lees's memory may be made to ASPCA. -
Arthur R. ChamnessMarch 27, 1921 to July 26, 2015 WINAMAC - Arthur R. "Art" Chamness, 94, of Francesville, passed away at 2:30 a.m., Sunday, July 26, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Winamac. He was born on March 27, 1921 in Denham, to the late Romie and Sylvia Grace Poisel Chamness. On Jan. 12, 1947, he married Nola Mae McCarty in Medaryville. She preceded him in death on June 17, 1989. He married Violet Marchand Disinger on Feb. 14, 1999 at Pleasant Ridge Bible Church in Francesville. She survives.
Also surviving are:
Beverly Wittmer, Valparaiso, Daughter
Preceded in death by: Mr. Chamness lived most of his young life in the Francesville and Medaryville areas. He was a 1939 graduate of Medaryville High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1942 during World War II and was stationed overseas in 1943 to Africa and Italy. He was a medic and surgical technician. He served 38 months in the Army and was awarded the Combat Medical Badge. He was honorably discharged in September of 1945. Mr. Chamness was employed for 28 years at Indiana General Titan Corporation in Valparaiso, and retired as an inspector on May 5, 1983. He attended Pleasant Ridge Bible Church. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Tuesday, July 28), at the funeral home with Elder Alan Fritz officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services. Memorial donations may be given to St Jude's Children's Hospital. Joan G. RaterJune 9, 1930 to July 21, 2015 WINAMAC - Joan G. "Joie" Rater, 85, of Winamac, passed away at 1:15 p.m., Tuesday, July 21, at Hickory Creek, Winamac, with her family by her side. She was born June 9, 1930 in Star City, to the late Herald F. "Hap" and Gertrude R. Shultz Ruff. On July 29, 1978, she married John Andrew. "Jack" Rater, who preceded her in death on Aug. 9, 1986.
Survivors include:
Otto J. (Donna) Ruff, Star City, Brother & Sister-in-law
Preceded in death by: Mrs. Rater had been a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church. She loved cats and kittens, especially her own Johnny Cakes. She was an avid gardener and was very generous to give away her produce. She enjoyed shopping at Good Samaritan and Bailey's Supercenter, going to garage/yard sales, and playing BINGO at the VFW in Winamac. Halloween was a special holiday to her - she was known to spoil the neighborhood kids with money, soda, and candy. In the short time she lived at Hickory Creek, she made many dear friends and will be missed by the residents and staff. Her family thanks Hickory Creek for their special care and concern. Mrs. r had a great sense of humor and was a very sweet lady. She was a loving sister and aunt. She leaves behind many good memories. Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Friday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. (Friday, July 24), at the funeral home with Rev. Bert Woolson officiating. Burial will be at McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac. Memorial donations may be given to Hickory Creek or Good Samaritan . Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com. Malita M. KnebelJanuary 23, 1952 to July 21, 2015 ROYAL CENTER - Malita M. Knebel, 63, of Star City passed away at 5:20 a.m., Tuesday, July 21, at Pulaski Healthcare Center in Winamac. Born Jan. 23, 1952 in Winamac, she was the daughter of the late Otis and Cleo J. (Sutton) Knebel. Survivors include brother, Rev. Lyle Knebel of Colby, Kansas, sister, Cloretta K. Rausch (Larry) of Winamac and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by many friends. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Loren Knebel and Carl Knebel and sister, Shirley Good. Ms. Knebel retired from Pulaski White Rural Telephone Company in Winamac where she worked as an accountant for 40 years. She was a member of Star City United Methodist Church and Star City Lion’s Club. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing basketball and softball in her younger years. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday at at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, July 24, at the funeral home with Rev. Lyle Knebel officiating. Burial will be at Victor Chapel Cemetery in Star City. Sign the online guest book or leave condolence for the Knebel family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com More Articles ... |
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