Obituaries

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.

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.

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.