Obituaries
Gregory Coburn
October 4, 1963 to August 17, 2013
MEDARYVILLE - Gregory Nelson Coburn, 49, of Royse City, TX, passed away Aug. 17.
He was born Oct. 4, 1963 in Gary, to Robert and Janet Coburn.
He is survived by his mother, Janet Coburn Yurgevich and husband Howard; brother, Rick Dale Coburn and wife Janine; niece, Kristen Coburn, nephew, Trever Coburn, grandmother, Wilma Coburn and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Coburn, grandfather, Trever Nelson Coburn, grandparents, Mary and Emmett Potts; uncle, Trever Reed “Nick” Coburn.
Mr. Coburn owned the Save-A-Lot store in Greenville where he was known for being a caring employer. He enjoyed fishing, golfing and East Texas living.
A memorial service will be held in Texas. A graveside service will be held at Independence Cemetery, Medaryville, at a later date.
Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville.
Bertha L. Heltzel
August 6, 1913 to August 8, 2013
FRANCESVILLE - Bertha L. Heltzel, 100, of Michigan (formerly of Monon) passed away on Aug. 8.
She was born Aug. 6, 1913 to the late Victor and Hazel Wilson. (Her father served as principal of the Monon Schools for years.) She married her grade school and high school sweetheart, Fred Heltzel. They were married for 49 years. He preceded her in death.
She is survived by her daughter Mary Lou (Clayton) Herrst, grandson John (Michelle) Herrst and great-granddaughter Claire Herrst.
Mrs. Heltzel lived an active and independent life up until her death. She was an accomplished musician on piano, organ and xylophone. She played piano for the silent movies when she was in school, enjoyed being a wife and mother and dearly loved her grandson and great-granddaughter. She was thrilled to see Claire become a junior in high school and driving. She was truly a great lady with a fine mind. She has left a large hole in her family and will be truly missed.
Private burial will take place at Monon Cemetery, Monon.
Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.
Dr. Sam W. Heltzel
March 3, 1938 to August 19, 2013
FRANCESVILLE - Dr. Sam W. Heltzel, of Lafayette (formerly of LaPorte) passed away at 9:33 a.m., Monday, Aug. 19, at St. Elizabeth Hospital East in Lafayette.
He was born on March 3, 1938 in Lafayette to the late Herbert H. and Florence L. Huff Heltzel.
Survivors include:
Mark B. Heltzel, Indianapolis, Son
Matthew B. (Pamela) Heltzel, West Lafayette, Son
Jenna Heltzel, Granddaughter
Nicholas Heltzel, Grandson
Hunter Heltzel, Grandson
Dr. Heltzel grew up in Monon, and graduated from Monon High School and Purdue University. He owned and operated a family dental practice in Laporte for 47 years. He retired in 2010.
Private burial will be at Monon Cemetery, Monon.
Memorial donatiions may be given to the American Cancer Society.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.
Frank O. Cannon Jr.
July 25, 1926 to December 9, 2012
WINAMAC - A memorial service has been set for Frank O. Cannon Jr., 86, of Winamac, who died at 11:05 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, at IU-Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.
A memorial funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday (Aug. 22) at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pulaski, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery South, Pulaski. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.
He was born July 25, 1926, in Jacksonville, IL, to the late Frank O. and Lola Johnson Cannon Sr. He married Patricia Chapman on June 5, 1951, in Jacksonville, IL. She survives.
Also surviving are:
Frank O. Cannon III, Camarillo, CA, Son
Kristin M. Cannon, Glen Springs, CO, Daughter
Drennan A. Cannon, Saugus, CA, Son
Camille M. Cannon, Fairfield, CA, Daughter
Greg Cannon, Grandson
Sean Cannon, Grandson
Nicole Cannon, Granddaughter
McCabe Mallin, Grandson
Josha Cannon, Grandson
Daniel McGuire, Grandson
Gabriel Cannon, Grandson
5 Great Grandchildren
Mr. Cannon graduated from Routt High School in Jacksonville, IL, and Illinois College at Jacksonville. He was a member of Phi Alpha Fraterity. Very active in Democrat politics in his youth, he served as president of the Illinois Young Democrats. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and had been in combat in Europe.
Mr. Cannon had been a resident of Winamac since 1961. He was employed with Pfizer Pharmaceutals for 20 years in sales. He also had been employed as a counselor with the Indiana Department of Corrections until his retirement 16 years ago. He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, and the Knights of Columbus, both of Winamac. He was a true fan and supporter of the University of Notre Dame football and basketball teams. He was an avid golfer, hunter, fisherman, and bird watcher. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Memorial donations may be given to Friends of Pleasant View Rest Home.
Carl R. Rater
January 24, 1933 to August 19, 2013
WINAMAC - Carl R. Rater, 80, of Greenville, MI (formerly of Winamac) passed away at 5:05 a.m., Monday, Aug.19, at Spectrum United Rehab & Nursing Center in Greenville.
He was born on Jan. 24, 1933 in Denham, to the late Ralph and Maxine Worth Rater. On June 4, 1960, he married Judy Kay Hettinger. She passed away March 3, 1996.
Survivors include:
Louise (Terry) Schmidt, Swansee, IL, Daughter
Carl Dewayne (Rosetta) Rater, Buckeye, AZ, Son
Donna Sue Walker, Gifford, Daughter
Carla Lynn (Dick Wilson) Robinson, Monticello, Daughter
Jeffery Dean (Marion) Rater, Winamac, Son
Becky Jo (Max) Hatfield, Plymouth, Daughter
13 Grandchildren
20 Great Grandchildren
Beverly (Larry) Tanner, Medaryville, Sister
Arvilla (Tom) Crissinger, Star City, Sister
Patricia Johnson, Greenville, MI, Special Friend
Preceded in death by:
2 Grandchildren
2 Great Grandchildren
Jim Walker, Son-in-law
Mr. Rater enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved his family and will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday,(Aug. 23), at the funeral home with Pastor Don Norrick officiating. Burial will be in Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Marcella J. Boehning
November 15, 1924 to July 10, 2013
Marcella J. (Alkire) Boehning, 88, of Lafayette, IN. passed away peacefully July 10, 2013 at The Hearth at Stone Crossing Assisted Living in Greenwood, IN. She was born to Virgie T. and John Alkire of Francesville, IN. November 15, 1924.
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GREENWOOD - Marcella J. (Alkire) Boehning, 88, of Lafayette, passed away peacefully July 10, at The Hearth at Stone Crossing Assisted Living in Greenwood.
She was born to the late Virgie T. and John Alkire of Francesville, on Nov. 15, 1924.
During World War II, she served in the Women’s Army Corp (WAC), stationed in San Antonio, TX. After the war, she married Leland L. Boehning of Medaryville. They had two children, Tamara (John) Truitt of Columbus, OH. and Gregg (Marcia) Boehning of Greenwood.
She leaves five grandchildren: Emily Truitt Robinson, Allyson Boehning (John) Olsen, Julie Truitt (Mike) Adams, John Truitt, III, Matthew (Lindsay) Boehning, and eight great-grandchildren: Truitt, Mary-Sanford, and Walker Robinson; Sarah and Maggie Adams; Avery and Brynn Olsen; and Benjamin Boehning. Also surviving are Marjorie Robinson, sister and Bob Bill Alkire, brother.
She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Kathryn Boehning; husband, Lee Boehning; four brothers, and one sister.
Mrs. Boehning was a long-time resident of Lafayette, where she worked many years and retired from Lafayette National Bank. After retirement, she loved volunteering at her church, working part-time at Purdue University’s Tarkington Hall, and giving of her time at the Lafayette Food Pantry.
A memorial service will be held at a later date at the First Christian Church, 329 N. 6th St. Lafayette.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the First Christian Church in her memory.
Arrangements were entrusted to Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory, Greenwood.
Zale D. DuBois Jr.
October 2, 1951 to August 14, 2013
WINAMAC - Zale Devon DuBois Jr., 61, Winamac, passed away at 8:18 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 14, in Starke County .
He was born Oct. 2, 1951, in Winamac, to Zale and Leanna Rupright DuBois Sr. He married Katherine A. Zickmund on July 29, 1972 in Rensselaer. She survives.
Also surviving are:
Jim D. (Daphne) Sutton, Billings, MT, Son
Cale D.(Christina) DuBois, Crown Point, Son
Grandchildren: Caden DuBois, Jonathon Sutton, Blake Sutton, Devon Sutton, and Izabella Sutton.
Great granddaughter: Madelyn Sutton
Leanna "Pete" DuBois, Rochester, Mother
Linda (Kenny) Smith, AZ, Sister
Terry (Stan) Tucker, MO, Sister
He was preceded in death by:
Zale Devon DuBois Sr., Father
Peggy DuBois, Sister
Mr. DuBois was a shop manager in the service department at several local car dealerships. He graduated from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in 1994. He was a retired Pulaski County police officer. After retiring from the county police, he worked at GalFab in Winamac. He enjoyed all forms of racing. He enjoyed anything to do with cars. He enjoyed helping the people of Pulaski County when serving as a police officer. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., Sunday, at First Baptist Church, Winamac. A memorial service will follow at 3:30 p.m., (Sunday, Aug. 18), at the church with Pastor Mark Pilger officiating.
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