Obituaries

Walter J. Davis

November 2, 1939 to January 2, 2015

WINAMAC - Walter James "Jim" Davis, 75, Monterey, died at 2:20 p.m. on Jan. 2, 2015 at his home in Monterey.

He was born Nov, 2, 1939 in Lawton. He was the son of the late Arthur Raymond "Jim" Davis and Gladys Burkett Davis. On June 18, 1987, he married Lorene D. Cooper Davis, who preceded him in death on Oct, 22, 2008.

Survivors include:

Daughter Shawnna (Cyrus) Dillinger, Auburn; son Tim Davis, Monterey; step-sons Tom Kasch, Logansport, and James Kasch, Jacksonville, N. C.; and sister Dorothy Morgan, Francesville. He had many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jack Davis and David Davis.

Mr. Davis was employed at Plymouth Tube in Winamac where he worked for 35 years before his retirement. He loved sports including baseball, basketball, football, bowling, and NASCAR. His best friend was his dog, "BEAR." He was a member of the VFW Auxillary and the Eagles.

Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, and one hour before services on Wednesday at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 7, at the funeral home. Pastor Bill Guerin will officiate. Burial will be at Riverside Memorial Cemetery in Monterey.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society and VNA Hospice Services. 

Martha A. Weaver

September 30, 1944 to January 3, 2015

WINAMAC - Martha A. Weaver, 70, of Winamac, passed away at 3:32 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 3, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.

She was born Sept. 30, 1944, in Winamac, to the late Harry and Geraldine Thelma Trapp Poor. She married Ronald E. Weaver on Feb. 23, 1963 in Winamac. He died Sept. 5, 2007.

Survivors include:

Bill (Sherry Fagner) Weaver, Winamac, Son
Larry (Lori) Weaver, Winamac, Son
Lisa (Korey Sosalla) Clemons, Winamac, Daughter
Crystal Weaver, Grandchild
Brandon Weaver, Grandchild
Steven Clemons, Grandchild
Josh Weaver, Grandchild
Savanna Weaver, Grandchild
Danyelle Weaver, Grandchild
Reece Clemons, Great-grandchild
Mary Lou Bonnell, Winamac, Sister
David (Julie) Poor, Williamsport, Brother
Marshall (Judy )Poor, Winamac, Brother

Preceded in death by:
Eona Jefferies, Sister
Harry Poor Jr,. Brother
Norma Steele, Sister
William Poor, Brother
Robert Poor, Brother

Mrs. Weaver and her husband were the former owners of Marty's Place in Winamac. She loved reading and enjoying the summer sitting at her picnic table. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family.

No services will be held.

Memorial donations may be given to Winamac Volunteer Fire Department. 

Harold T. Posthuma

August 12, 1935 to December 31, 2014

WINAMAC - Harold T. Posthuma, 79, of Monterey, passed away at 8:45 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Logansport Memorial Hospital, Logansport.

He was born Aug. 12, 1935 in Illinois to the late Garrett and Florence Kennedy Posthuma. 

Survivors include:

Rae (Jeff) Bonnell, Monticello, Daughter 
Cindy (Tom) Kasten, Winamac, Daughter 
Tim (Darci) Posthuma, Warsaw, Son 
Brian (Tammy) Bonnell, Grandson 
Shawn(Jessica) Bonnell, Grandson 
Shay (Heather) Kasten, Grandson 
Shanna (Derek) Bonnell, Granddaughter 
Britni (Carson) Posthuma VandenBossche, Granddaughter 
Kelsi Posthuma, Granddaughter 
Peyton Bonnell, Great Granddaughter 
Ty Bonnell, Great Grandson 
Ally Bonnell, Great Granddaughter 
Raegan Kasten, Great Granddaughter 
Brody Bonnell, Great Grandson 
Kinzie Bonnell, Great Granddaughter 
Jim Posthuma, Arizona Brother

Preceded in death by: 
Garrett Posthuma, Brother 

Mr. Posthuma served in the U.S. Army. He was a former member of the American Legion. He worked for United Telephone Company for over 40 years. He enjoyed restoring John Deere Tractors. He liked NASCAR, old westerns, and Ford trucks. He liked to have a good time and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

A celebration of life service will be held by the family.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac. 

Carroll J. Messer

April 10, 1931 to December 31, 2014

FRANCESVILLE - Carroll J. Messer, 83, of Francesville, passed away at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.

He was born April 10, 1931 in Peoria, IL to the late Paul Ernest and Nathalia Stoller Messer. He married Annabelle L. Yaggie on Oct. 22, 1958 in Francesville. She survives.

Also surviving are:

Michael (Dawn) Messer, Crescent City, CA, Son
Felicia (Nicholas) Brock, Simi Valley, CA, Granddaughter
Kayla Messer, Chico, CA, Granddaughter
Laney Brock, Simi Valley, CA, Great Granddaughter
Paul Messer Jr., Big Bear City, CA, Brother
Paula DeLay, Big Bear City, CA, Niece

Preceded in death by: 
Maurice Messer, Brother

Mr. Messer lived most of his life in Francesville and was a former resident of Southern California. He had been a school bus driver for the Bear Valley Unified School District in Big Bear Lake, CA,  retiring after 17 years. He also was a bulk gas delivery driver in California. Hel was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville. He served as a medic in the U.S. Army in Korea during the Korean Conflict.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville, and one hour prior to services at the church Tuesday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 6, 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. 

Herbert Newman Sr.

November 20, 1929 to December 24, 2014

CULVER - Herbert Newman Sr., 85, of Culver died Wednesday, Dec. 24, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.

Herb was born Nov. 20, 1929 to John Allen and May (Warmbrod) Newma, one of six children. He married Norma (Good) Newman on Nov. 19, 1955. She preceded him in death in January 1994.

He is survived by sons John (Jeanne) of Winamac, Herbert Jr. (Janet) of Culver, Arthur (Melissa) of Winamac;
daughters Barbara (Warren) Penrod of Culver, Geri of Culver, Mary of Bennington, daughter-in-law Marilyn
(Edward) of Star City; 16 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren; sister Helen Samuelson of Plymouth, brother-in-law Norman Good of Fishers, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by son Edward, grandson Douglas, brothers Charles, Jesse, J Allen, and sister Lovina Wesson.

Mr. Newman worked on the family-owned dairy farm in Culver. He served in the Army in the post-World War II occupation of Germany and was involved in the atomic bomb testing in Nevada. He acted as the quartermaster of the Finney-Shilling VFW Post 6919 and was a member of Collins Tasch American Legion in Monterey and an honorary life member of the Knights of Columbus. During his early retirement, he was a frequent driver for the Culver-Union Township EMS.
Mr. Newman considered his greatest accomplishments to be raising seven children who grew up to be good people, volunteering in the community; and remaining married for 38 years. He loved and adored his family. He did not consider any episode in his life a disappointment and cited his kids and grandkids as the most important things in his life. When asked if there was anything he wanted to change in his life, he said no, because he had a complete satisfaction of his life. He spent most of his later years with family, friends and his beloved dogs.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Monday, Dec. 29, at the Odom Funeral Home. Father Jeff Largent will officiate a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 30, at St. Mary's of the Lake Catholic Church, Culver. Burial will follow at Zion Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Culver-Union Township EMS or the Marshall County Community
Foundation-Zion Cemetery Trust.

Walter J. Fox

May 8, 1921 to December 20, 2014

VALPARAISO - Walter J. Fox, 93, passed away peacefullySaturday, Dec. 20, at the VNA Hospice Center in Valparaiso.

Born on May 8, 1921, to the late Rudolph and Ella (nee McLochlin) Fox, he was raised on a farm in Star City.

He is survived by children: Connie "Susie" (Bill) Reese of Crown Point, Fred and Dennis Meyers of LaPorte, Brenda (Joe) Straight of New Carlisle, Brian (Jenny) Meyers of Valparaiso, Kandi (Carl) Taskey of Battle Ground, and adopted daughter Mary (David) Conners; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother Art (Sis) Fox of Winamac, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by two loving wives, Irene F. Meyers and C. Joy Meyers (nee Hyatte); five brothers; one sister; one daughter-in-law.

Mr. Fox served in World War II in Germany as an MP. He was a welder by trade but was forced to retire in 1969 due to an injury at his job. He was a member of the VFW Post 1728 in Winamac. He was best known for his high family values and passion for gardening.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 26, 20, at Dykes Funeral Home, 2305 N. Campbell St., Valparaiso. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 27, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Union Mills Cemetery, Union Mills.

Memorial donations may be made to VNA Hospice Center, Valparaiso.