Obituaries

Martha Baker

November 28, 1928 to August 26, 2013

GALVESTON - Martha Baker, 84, of Walton passed away at 12:05 a.m., Monday, Aug. 26 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport, surrounded by her loving family.  

She was born Nov. 28, 1928 in Medaryville, to the late Helen and Ray Banes.  

Survivors include Charles L. Baker, husband, her children Charles L. Baker, Jr (Sandra) of Kokomo, Jeffery S. (Nancy) of Logansport,  Randall S. (Lisa), of Peru, Dennis D. (Elsie) of Walton,  Martalee Montgomery (Ron) of Walton, 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Also, three sisters Ramona (Jimmy) Departe, of Casa Grande, AZ, Judy (Ray) Propoes of Idaville, and Debra Durham of Dobie, TX.

Mrs. Baker was a member of Walton Christian Church. She was a former member of Gay Niters Home Economics Club.She was a retired cook from Lewis Cass High School, and a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and spending time with her family.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday at Murray Weaver Funeral Home in Galveston; and one hour prior to services at the church on Friday. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday (Aug. 30), at Walton Christian Church in Walton, with Rev. Bill Collins officiating. Burial will follow at Walton IOOF Cemetery in Walton.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Alzheimer’s association in her honor.

Ernest D. Lehman

May 19, 1925 to September 4, 2013

WINAMAC - Ernest David "Dave" Lehman, 88, of Logansport, formerly of Star City, died at 12:55 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 4, at the Woodbrige Health Campus in Logansport.

He was born May 19, 1925, in Elkhart, to the late Ernest D Sr.. and Mary T. Wherli Lehman. He married Dorothy Louise Boardman on Aug. 16, 1947 in Nappanee. She survives.

Also surviving are:
Ernest David Lehman III, Indianapolis, Son

He was preceded in death by:
1 Sister & 2 Brothers

Mr. Lehman served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He received the Purple Heart Medal for wounds recieved in action. He earned an AB and MA degrees from the University of Notre Dame and a Doctorate from the University of Chicago. He taught at Valparaiso University, Northwestern University and the University of Chicago. Most of his career was spent teaching politcal science at Central Connecticut State University.

Private family services will be scheduled at a later date.

 

Theodore Rausch

January 8, 1952 to September 3, 2013

WINAMAC - Theodore "Ted" Rausch, 61, Winamac, passed away at 6:20 p.m.,Tuesday, Sept. 3, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born Jan. 8, 1952, in Logansport, to the late Casper Christian and Frances E. Reidelbach Rausch. He married Karla Jo Knebel on Sept. 10, 1976, in Winamac. She passed away on Jan. 9, 1979.

Survivors include:
Casey Eskridge, Indianapolis, Son
Haylee (Matthew) Smolek, San Pierre, Daughter
Teddi Rausch, Winamac, Daughter
Hanna Eskridge, Indianapolis, Granddaughter
Haydyn Smolek, San Pierre, Grandson
Rowyn Smolek, San Pierre, Grandson
Hattly Smolek, San Pierre, Granddaughter
Kylie (Eddie) Molebash, Rochester, Step Daughter
Braiden Molebash, Rochester, Step Granddaughter
Aiden Molebash, Rochester, Step Granddaughter
Carolyn (Ken) Harpole, Bartlesville, OK, Sister
Deborah (Mark) Moss, Burnettsville, Sister
Donald (Bea) Rausch, Winamac, Brother
Robert Rausch, Lansdale, PA, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Cassidy Kenzie Rausch, Daughter

Mr. Rausch was a member of the St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac, and the Knights of Columbus. He was a former Pulaski County Commissioner, serving two terms from 1993-2000, and a former member of the Pulaski County Council from 2001-2004. He was appointed to serve as the Pulaski County Recycling manager in 2001 and served in that capacity until 2007. He was also named the Transfer Station manager and was in that position from 2002-2007. He was a member of the North West Indiana Solid Waste Board from 2001-2007. He was a farmer all of his life. He also had worked for Rife Heavy Duty Truck Parts and Jim Berry and Sons. He loved Indiana University basketball and was an avid golfer. He also enjoyed playing cards, and truck and tractor pulling.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A scriptural wake service will be at 7:30 p.m., at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Saturday (Sept. 7), at the funeral home with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman and Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be given to a college fund for Teddi Rausch or the American Heart Association. 

Alma J. Clemons

December 29, 1935 to August 26, 2013

KNOX - Alma Jean Clemons, age 77, of Denham, passed away Monday, Aug. 26. 

She was born Dec. 29, 1935 in Hawes Fork, KY to Fallen and Eva (Minix) Manns, both deceased. On Feb. 9, 1955 in Salyersville, KY she married Lee Clemons. He preceded her in death on March 17, 2008. 

She is survived by her children, Darrell Clemons (Cindy) of Knox, Debra Gayheart (Keith) of Winamac, Michael Clemons (Kelly) of Knox, and Peggy Howard of Knox; her sisters, Jewell Prater of North Judson, Louise Sanchez of Denham, and Melovee Howard of Denham; 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by daughters, Pamela Gail Back and Donna Faye Clemons, a brother, Bill Manns, a sister, Wilma Reinholt, grandson Daniel Lee Howard and great grandson, Michael Keith Gayheart, Jr.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. (CT), Wednesday, at M.C. Smith Funeral Home in Knox. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. (CT) Thursday (Aug. 29), at the funeral home. Interment will take place at the Denham Cemetery.

Bruce Whitaker

August 24, 1964 to August 24, 2013

MEDARYVILLE - Bruce Whitaker, 49, of Winamac, passed away at 5:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 24, in Rensselaer.

He was born Aug. 24, 1964, in Rensselaer, to Joseph and Edna Patton Whitaker.

Survivors include:
Edna Carol Patton Anderson, Winamac, Mother
Dennis Whitaker, SC, Brother
Kalvin Whitaker, Winamac, Brother
Michael Watson, Winamac, Brother
Matthew Watson, Knox, Brother
Several Nieces & Nephews
6 aunts and 1 Uncle

He was preceded in death by:
Joseph Whitaker, Father
1 Aunt and 1 Uncle and 1 Niece

Mr. Whitaker had worked at Monon Trailer for several years. He enjoyed auto racing and being outdoors. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especialy his mother.

Visitation will be from 10  to 11 a.m., Wednesday, at Goodway Baptist Church, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. (Wednesday, Aug.28), at the church, with Pastor James Rowe officiating. Private burial will be at Independence Cemetery, Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be given to the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville.

Corey Pugh

February 14, 1965 to August 25, 2013

WINAMAC - Corey Allen Pugh, 48, Indianapolis, formerly of Winamac, passed away at 12:24 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 25, in Indianapolis.

He was born Feb. 14, 1965, in Pontiac, MI, to William and Marie Archer Pugh Jr. He married Joanne B. Wenzler on May 15, 1993, in Winamac. She survives.

Also surviving are:
Shane M. Pugh, Indianapolis, Son
Tyler A. Pugh, Indianapolis, Son
William A. and Marie Archer Pugh Jr., Winamac, Parents
Kristina M. (Robert) Smith, Fort Wayne, Sister
Rebecca L. (Phillip) Juday, Muncie, Sister
Kyle A. Pugh, Muncie, Brother
Dana L. Pugh, Muncie, Brother
Amanda Storm, Netherlands, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Mr. Pugh was a 1983 graduate of Winamac Community High School and attended Purdue University. He had resided in Indianapolis for over 20 years. His career included managing numerous restaurants including Arby's in the Indianapolis area. He enjoyed camping, golfing, watching sports especially the Indianapolis Colts, and spending time with his friends and family.

Visitation will be after 9 a.m., Friday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., (Friday, Aug. 30), at the funeral home with Rev. Matt Landry officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.