Obituaries

Lloyd M. Logan

August 21, 1921 to February 21, 2014

FRANCESVILLE - Lloyd Melvin Logan, 92, of Francesville, passed away Friday, Feb. 21, at The Renaissance at The Terraces in Bonita Springs, FL.

He was born Aug. 21, 1921 in Francesville to the late Thomas and Maude Culp Logan. He married Viola Yaggie Strus on Dec. 16, 1995 in Francesville. She survives.

Also sur i inb are:

Tammy J. Logan-Gardner, Park Ridge, IL, Daughter

Clarence A. (Jann) Mumford, Crystal River, FL, Step-Son
Eric S. (Judy) Mumford, DeBary, FL, Step-Son
Cindy (Terry) Geyer, Francesville, Step-Daughter
Andrew Strus, Monticello, Step-Son
11 Grandchildren
4 Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by: 
Jill Logan, Daughter
Dorthea Stotler, Sister
Elsie Trader, Sister
Mabel Vogt, Sister
Foster Logan, Brother
Gaylord Logan, Brother
Clifford Logan, Brother
Wilson Logan, Brother
George Logan, Brother
Orville Logan, Brother

Mr. Logan was born and raised on his family's homestead in Gilliam Township, which has been in the family for over 150 years. He was a self-employed farmer until his retirement at age 80.He was a founding member of the First Baptist Church in Francesville. He enjoyed traveling and fine dining as well as fishing. He was a very generous man and loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be dearly missed

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Saturday, March 1), at the funeral home with Pastors Rick Mumford and Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be given to Hope Hospice (9470 Health Park Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908) or First Baptist Church in Francesville.

Lois J. Henry

March 30, 1927 to February 20, 2014

WINAMAC - Lois J. Henry, 86, of Winamac, passed away at 11:20 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

She was born March 30, 1927, in Star City, to the late Riley Edward and Gladys Juna Hummell Abbott. She married Corwin Clinton Henry on July 2, 1948, in Winamac. He died on April 1, 1996.

Survivors include:
Debra Sue (Kenny) Fisher, Winamac, Daughter
Kenzie Sue Fisher, Winamac, Granddaughter
Robin Weldon, Winamac, Sister

Preceded in death by:
Riley Abbott, Brother
Violet Abbott, Sister

Mrs. Henry was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Winamac, and the American Legion Post #71 Auxillary. She was employed at United Telephone Co. from 1945-1948. She then worked for the Pulaski County ASCS-USDA (Agricultural Stabilization & Conservation Service) as a price control clerk, retiring in April 1985 with 33 years service. She was a 1945 graduate of Winamac High School. She enjoyed reading and word search puzzles. She enjoyed spending time with her family and her pets.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, (Feb. 26), at the funeral home with Rev. Nelda Seger officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be given to Winamac Presbyterian Church or the Pulaski Health Care Center. 

David D. Rusk

September 25, 1952 to February 18, 2014

FRANCESVILLE - David D. Rusk, 61, of Francesville, passed away at 9 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 18, at his residence.

He was born on Sept. 25, 1952 in Francesville to Harold H. and Lucile M. Biggs Rusk. On Sept. 17, 1994, he married Linda K. Tiede in Francesville. She survives.

Survivors include:

Linda K. Tiede Rusk, Francesville, IN Wife
Lucile M. Biggs Rusk, Francesville, IN Mother
Jade (Gil) Smith, Shell, WY Sister
Mary Hoover, Francesville, IN Sister
Joan (Mack) Wireman, Francesville, IN Sister
Anita (Brian) McMillin, Knox, IN Sister
Rhonda Milner, Knox, IN Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Harold H. Rusk, Father
Garold "Gig" Rusk, Brother
Sharyn Kennedy, Sister

David attended Rensselaer Central High School and later received his GED while serving in the US Army. He furthered his education at Ivy Tech and received an associate’s degree. David was currently studying at Liberty University working towards a bachelor's degree.

David served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era. He was a proud life member and chaplain of the DAV Chapter #27 in Lafayette, IN. David worked as assistant chaplain at the Indiana Veterans Home in West Lafayette, IN. David and Linda were faithful volunteers and also attended Sunday church services at the Indiana Veterans Home. David enjoyed golfing, especially with his friends at Moss Creek Golf Club. He enjoyed gardening and canning as well as taking trips in the RV with Linda. David loved his yorkies Sassy, Gracie, and Bridget. David was a loving husband and brother. He will be dearly missed.

Graveside Services will be held at 11 AM EST Saturday, February 22, 2014, at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville, with Chaplain David Hess officiating.

Burial will take place in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville, IN. The American Legion will conduct Military Graveside Services.

Memorial Contributions may be given to the family.

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

Patricia S. Eudy

August 24, 1932 to January 14, 2014

WINAMAC - A celebration of life reception has been set for Patricia Sue "Patti" Eudy, 81, Winamac, who died Jan. 14, in Lafayette. 

The reception will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 22, at First Christian Church, Winamac.

Private burial of cremated remains will take place in Winamac Cemetery, Winamac, with Pastor Rick Abbott officiating.

Memorial donations may be given to the Friends of the Panhandle Pathway or the Winamac First Christian Church Building Fund.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Eugene A. Graves

April 20, 1934 to February 15, 2014

WINAMAC - Eugene Arthur Graves, 79, Winamac, passed away at 6:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, at Whispering Pines Health Care Center, Valparaiso.

He was born April 20, 1934, in Ripley, to Colbert and Helen Rausch Graves.

Survivors include:
Christopher (Lisa) Graves, Winamac, Son & Daughter-in-law
Cindy (Randy Geer) Koepkey, Winamac, Daughter
Lisa (Rick) Foerg, Monticello, Daughter & Son-in-law
Valerie (Paul) Larson, Winamac, Daughter & Son-in-law
Maribeth (Jerry) Benish, Winamac, Daughter & Son-in-law
Mark (Shelley) Graves, Star City, Son & Daughter-in-law
10 Grandchildren
1 Step Grandchild
10 Great-Grandchildren
5 Step Great-Grandchildren
Margaret Clemons, St. Louis, MO Sister

Preceded in death by:
Nancy Mae Galbreath Hoffmann, Former Wife
Mary Ziebell, Sister
John Graves, Brother

Mr. Graves was a farmer until his retirement in 1978. He lived all of his life in the Ripley area. He loved John Deere tractors, horses, westerns, military triva, and anything to do with history. He also loved to travel, play rummy, go out for coffee, and attend auctions.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. (Tuesday, Feb. 18), at the funeral home with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating.

Memorial donations may be given to charity of the donor's choice. 

Frank L. Myers

June 2, 1951 to February 14, 2014

FRANCESVILLE - Frank L. Myers, 62, of Walton, died at 11:35 p.m., Friday, Feb. 14, at his residence in Walton.

He was born June 2, 1951, in Logansport, to the late Earl F. and Opal Mae Elston Myers.

Survivors include:
Jeanetta Myers, Walton, Sister
Crystal Rinehart, Walton, Sister
Linda Birnell, Walton, Sister
William Myers, Rensselaer, Brother

Preceded in death by:
4 Sisters and 2 Brothers

Mr. Myers liked motorcycles, monster trucks, and NASCAR. He enjoyed spending his time coloring and then giving the pictures to everyone he knew. He loved to visit with his family and friends. He formerly worked at the CDC in Monticello and Rensselaer, and Peak Services in Logansport.

Visitation will be after 12 noon, Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Wednesday, Feb. 19), at the funeral home with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.