Obituaries
Maxine G. Compton
August 12, 1922 to December 8, 2012
WINAMAC - Maxine G. Compton, 90, of Monticello, formerly of Star City, passed away at 11:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 8, at St. Mary's Healthcare, Lafayette.
She was born Aug. 12, 1922, in Monon, to the late Donald C. and Lillian Ann Tiede Boulden. She married Robert A. Compton on June 8, 1941, in Martinsville. He passed away on March 12, 1990.
 Survivors include:
Barbara A. (Donald) Rhamy, Westfield, Daughter
Debra S. Compton, Indianapolis, Daughter
John R. (Susan) Compton, Kalamazoo, MI, Son
James D. (Madonna) Compton, Lafayette, Son
Jeffrey L. (Deborah) Compton, Star City, Son
Scott (Elizabeth) Rhamy, Richmond, VA, Grandson
Robert (Megan) Rhamy, Bloomington, IL, Grandson
Jennifer (William) Tohtz, Bartlett, IL, Granddaughter
Andrew Compton, Phoenix, AZ, Grandson
Glenn Compton, Kalamazoo, MI, Grandson
Cari (James) Gothard, Lafayette, Granddaughter
Ryan (Chad) Main, Chicago, IL, Granddaughter
Kate (David) Schuppan, Hinsdale, IL, Granddaughter
Chad (April) Compton, Star City, Grandson
Brooke (William) Jung, Zionsville, Granddaughter
21 Great Grandchildren
Donald (JoAnn) Boulden, Indianapolis, Brother
Joan Moss, Flora, Sister
Betty Varga, South Bend, Sister
Mrs. Compton grew up in Winamac, the first of four children. She spent most of her married life on the Compton family farm. She was a member of the Star City United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. She spent 25 years wintering in Fort Myers, FL. She was a member of the Sweet Sue singing group at Indian Creek Park, Fort Myers. She enjoyed summers at her home on Lake Freeman in Monticello. Her children wish to thank John Brim for his friendship to Mrs. Compton and her family over the past several years. The love and friendship of family and friends created a wonderful life for Mrs. Compton and her family.
Friends may call after 11 a.m., Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Wednesday, Dec. 12), at the funeral home with Rev. Ruth Waite officiating. Burial will be in Star City West Cemetery, Star City.
Memorial donations may be given to the Star City United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society.
Barbara Cessna
February 18, 1932 to December 6, 2012
KEWANNA - Barbara Jean Cessna, 80, of Lake Bruce, passed away at 7:10 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 6, at Hickory Creek, Rochester.
Born Febr. 18, 1932 in Kokomo, she was the daughter of the late William E. “Joe” and Mae (Delong) Gooch. On April 14, 1951, she married William A. “Bill” Cessna. He preceded her in death April 10, 2003.
Survivors include her daughters, Deborah L. Cessna of West Lafayette, Kim J. Bowsher and husband, Bruce of Rochester and Barbara Jan Bruce and husband, Tim of Remington. She is also survived by grandchildren Laurie Birchmeier and husband Kevin of Plymouth, Meghan Hazlett of Phoenix, Ariz., Amanda Hazlett of Argos, Kaleb Hazlett of Rochester, Josh Bruce of Chicago and Sarah Bruce of Remington, and two great grandchildren, Lilly Gerald and Wesley Gerald of Argos.
She was also preceded in death by daughter, Denise Ann Cessna.
During her life time, Mrs. Cessna had many “careers”. She was a homemaker and farm wife, licensed pilot, business woman, swim coach and a croquet master. She had also formerly worked at Kewanna Metal Specialties for 13 years. She was a former member of the Rochester Order of Eastern Star. She enjoyed gardening, reading and “picking” antiques. She had a love of all animals and enjoyed caring for them and being outdoors. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a good friend and confidant to many.
Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1 :30 pm., Saturday (Dec. 8), at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna Chapel. Chaplain Jason See will officiate. Burial will follow at Rochester IOOF Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the National Wildlife Federation and/or the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Emily Jensen
December 12, 1919 to December 2, 2012
WINAMAC - Emily Jensen, 92, died Sunday, Dec. 2, at Okeechobee Health Care Facility in Okeechobee, FL.
She was born Dec. 12, 1919, in Hammond, to the late Robert and Francis Hook. She married Albert Jensen on April 26, 1947. He passed away Sept. 15, 2006.
Survivors include her son, Charles (Patti) Jensen of Winamac, and daughter Lori K. (Sam) Brazil of Okeechobee, FL; three grandchildren Wanda, Kenneth, Jessica; and two great-grandchildren Arianna and Mia, as well as several nieces and nephews.
She was preceeded in death by her brother and sisters, and son Lewis Jensen.
Mrs. Jensen and her husband were in the farming business. She also worked as an aide at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She had been a member of the Jehovah's Witnesses for over 60 years with the last 35 years in Okeechobee.
A memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Okeechobee, FL, at 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec.15, with Brother Berney Hall officiating. A local memorial services will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Winamac at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 8. Private burial will be in Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to Worldwide Work of Jehovah's Witness.
Karen Lancashire
November 29, 2012
FRANCESVILLE - Karen Lancashire, 51, of Nashville, TN passed away Thursday, Nov. 29, at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville.
 She was born to the late Jule and Arthur Onken. She married Robert Lancashire. He survives.
Also surviving are daughters, Heather Manor and her husband, Jeff Manor with their two children, Lindsay and Cameron; and Amanda Lancashire with her five children, Alexia, Jeremy, Joshua, Ashleigh, Jairon.
A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Dec, 4, at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to the family in c/o Robert Lancashire.
Local arrangements are being handled by Frain Mortuary, Francesville.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com
Mary Weldy
June 16, 1924 to November 26, 2012
WINAMAC - Mary Weldy, 88, of Winamac, died at 6:05 p.m., Monday, Nov. 26, at Hickory Creek, Winamac.
She was born June 16, 1924, in Winamac, to the late Orville T. and Cora J. Hoover Chamness. She married Albert R. Weldy on June 12, 1943, in Winamac. He died May 18, 2001.
 Survivors include:
Gregory J (Sharon) Weldy, Springfield, OH, Son
Douglas L. (Michele) Weldy, Dell Rapids, SD, Son
Todd (Suzanne) Weldy, Garner, NC, Grandson
Stephanie Weldy, Fayetteville, NC, Granddaughter
Benjamin (Megan) Weldy, Royal Center, Grandson
John Gregory "Jack" Weldy, Garner, NC, great Grandson
Kaitlin Weldy, Royal Center, Great Granddaughter
Lane Weldy, Royal Center, Great Grandson
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
John Chamness, Brother
Leonard Chamness, Brother
Kenneth Chamness, Brother
Dorothy Andjelich, Sister
Blanche Hettinger, Sister
Albert Weldy Jr., Son
Allen Weldy, Son
Mrs. Weldy was a member of Bethel Bible Church, Winamac, most of her life. She was a former employee of Heckman Bindery in North Manchester. She was a former resident of North Manchester and Silver Lake. After her retirement, Mary and Albert spent winters in Texas. She enjoyed listening to country music, word search books and fishing. She also enjoyed playing Bingo.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Friday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday (Dec. 1), at the funeral home with Pator Edward Clark and Pastor Tom Hopewell officiating. Burial will be in Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to Bethel Bible Church, Winamac.
John R. Pugh
October 11, 1954 to November 24, 2012
WINAMAC - John Raymond Pugh, 58, Winamac, passed away at 5:10 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 24, at his residence.
He was born Oct. 11, 1954, in Winamac, to the late Lawrence C. and Gladys Marie Strand Strand Pugh.
 Survivors include:
Alice M.(Jerry) Rankin, Winamac, Sister
Mary Ann Fields, Winamac, Sister
Timothy Joseph Pugh, Winamac, Brother
Preceded in death by:
Robert William Pugh, Brother
Jerry Joe Rankin, Nephew
Philip Edward Fields, Nephew
Mr. Pugh had been a painter for several years and also employed with several farmers in the area. A talented mechanic, he also enjoyed tinkering with engines. He enjoyed riding his moped and going to visit friends and family with his brother Tim. He was very kind hearted and always ready and willing to help anyone.
Friends may call after 12 noon Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Wednesday, Nov. 28), 2012, at the funeral home with Pastor David Norris officiating. Private burial will be in Mt. Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to the family.
Beulah M. Pierrou
September 1, 1918 to November 23, 2012
WINAMAC - Beulah M. Pierrou, 94, of Francesville, formerly of Winamac, passed away at 1:50 p.m., Friday, Nov. 23, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.
She was born on Sept. 1, 1918 in Oil City, PA to the late Charles Price and Lulu Rhea Lynn Lewis. She married Bob Pierrou on Dec. 11, 1943 in Cleveland, OH. He preceded her in death on Dec. 17, 2005.
 Survivors include:
Bonnie (David) McAfee, Granite Bay, CA, Daughter
James (Rhonda) Pierrou, Winamac, Son
Michael (Rebecca) Yoder, Grandson
Angela (Charlie) Bolen, Granddaughter
Brian Pierrou, Grandson
Cody (Hannah) Pierrou, Grandson
Jenna Bolen, Great Granddaughter
Austin Bolen, Great Grandson
Elijah Pierrou, Great Grandson
Ada Yoder, Great Granddaughter
Zoe Yoder, Great Granddaughter
Preceded in death by:
James Lewis, Brother
Charles Lewis, Brother
Mrs. PIerrou was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Winamac where she also was involved with the United Methodist Women. She was a member of the Mother's Club and Monroe 2 Home-Ec Club. She had worked at JC Penney in the Cleveland area for 27 years. She enjoyed volunteering at the Pulaski Health Care Center and Parkview Haven Retirement Home. She also enjoyed reading and spending time with her family. She was looking forward to the birth of her great granddaughter, Elsa Pierrou. She was a good neighbor and a loving mother and grandmother. Beulah will be dearly missed by so many who loved her.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m.. Monday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesdy (Nov. 27), at the funeral home with Rev. Matt Landry officiating. Burial will be in Idle Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donations may be given to the First United Methodist Church of Winamac or to the Parkview Haven Retirement Home of Francesville.
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