Obituaries

Norma J. Messer

June 24, 1939 to July 17, 2013

WHEATFIELD - Norma J. Messer, 74, of Francesville passed away Wednesday, July 17.

On June 24, 1939, she was born to the late Vollie and Eliza (Sexton) Whitaker in Jasper County. She married Jasper “J.C.” Messer on July 21, 1956 at United Baptist Church of Gilliam Township, in Jasper County. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by her children: Kevin Messer, Rex (Sandra) Messer, and Shelly (Rodney) Patton, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters: Aldean Owens and Mary Messer.

She was preceded in death by her brother Claude, and sister Audrey.

Mrs. Messer loved being a wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and homemaker.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4 to 8 p.m. (CST) on Friday, at the Boersma Funeral Home, 90 East Grove St., Wheatfield. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. (CST), Saturday (July 20), at the United Baptist Church of Gilliam Township, with Rev. Johnny Miller officiating. Interment will be at Independence Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.

Eugene V. Huber

July 15, 1919 to July 17, 2013

FRANCESVILLE - Eugene V. Huber, 94, of Kouts (formerly of Francesville) passed away at 9:50 p.m., Wednesday, July 17, at his at his daughter's residence in Kouts.

He was born on July 15, 1919 in Remington, to the late Louis and Lena Scheiler Huber. On July 13, 1941, he married Mildred E. Wuethrich. She passed away June 16, 2001.

Survivors include:

Gene (Barbara) Huber, Winamac, Son
Rod (Mary) Huber, Valparaiso, Son
Sandee Price, Sarasota, FL, Daughter
Chris (Sharon) Huber, Francesville, Son
Peggy Huber, Kouts, Daughter
John (Beverly) Huber, Montezuma, Son
Wanda (Jake) Hoerr, Phoenix, AZ, Daughter
24 Grandchildren: Gene Allen Huber, Gina Emch, Missy Baumgartner, Chad Huber, Rod Huber, Jr., Brett Huber, Candy Wade, Travis Huber, Krista Campbell, Kristine Krieger, Kelly Hebert, Chris Huber, Jr., Shannon Huber, Tonya Schieler, Adam Huber, Jason Huber, Nathan Huber, Julie Zeller, Andrew Huber, Franz Hoerr, Anneliese Lindberg, T'kya Hoerr and Fredric Hoerr.
58 Great Grandchildren
Lester (Glendoris) Huber, Francesville, Brother
Viola Schlatter, Paulding, OH, Sister
Several Nieces & Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Angela Dawn Huber, Granddaughter
Lauren Elyse Huber, Great Granddaughter
Glenn Price, Jr., Son-in-law
3 Brothers
4 Sisters

Mr. Huber served as a medic in the U.S. Army overseas during World War II. He was a member of the Francesville Apostolic Christian Church. He was a spiritual mentor who inspired others with his positive outlook on life. He had the gift of helping people. His life exemplified a steadfast faith in Jesus Christ. He was a farmer and an entrepreneur. He enjoyed camping, cooking, traveling, and woodworking. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Sunday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville; and one hour prior to services Monday at the church. the funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday (July 22), at the Apostolic Christian Church, Francesville, with the ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be given to the Apostolic Christian World Relief Haiti Fund.

Kenneth M. Foerg

December 8, 1931 to July 16, 2013

WINAMAC - Kenneth M. "Kenny" Foerg, 81, of Pulaski, died at 10:18 p.m., Tuesday, July 16, at the Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

He was born Dec. 8, 1931 in Pulaski to the late Peter M. and Rosella Scheffer Foerg.

Survivors include:

Michael Foerg, Nephew
Patricia Keller, Niece
Joseph Foerg, Nephew
Richard "Rick" Foerg, Nephew
Elaine K. Holmes-Cobane, Niece
Ruth A. Fox-Dietrich, Niece
Catherine L. Reifert, Niece
John E. Fox, Nephew
Thomas P. Fox, Nephew
Rebecca J. Cohrs, Niece

Preceded in death by:

Richard J. "Bosco" Foerg, Brother
Mary Ellen Fox, Sister
Robert Fox, Nephew
Jeffrey Fox, Nephew
Ronald Foerg, Nephew

Mr. Foerg graduated from Pulaski High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After returning home from the war, he lived with his parents and farmed on the family homestead. He was a devoted member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pulaski. After moving to the Health Care Center, he continued to practice his faith by participating in the rosary, receiving communion, and listening to spiritual music. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Saturday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. A funeral mass will follow at 11 a.m., (Saturday, July 20), at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pulaski, with Rev. Bert Woolson officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery South, Pulaski.

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

Helen M. Jones

January 14, 1922 to June 28, 2013

ROYAL CENTER - Helen M. Jones, 91, of Star City passed away at 5:45 p.m., Friday, June 28, at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Born on Jan. 14, 1922 in Cass County, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Blanche (Morrison) Clary. On Feb. 2, 1942 she married Roy M. Jones. He preceded her in death on March 2, 2008.

Survivors include her children, Sammy K. Jones (Pam) of Star City, Rex E. Jones (Connie) of Indianapolis, Joan Z. Marks of Indianapolis and Susan Machata of Florida; grandchildren, Debbie (David) Applegarth, Scott (Jamie) Marks, Morgan Jones, Joshua Jones, Christy (Craig) Coon, Ryan (Leah) Jones, Amy Jones, Michael (Juliana) Machata, Matthew Machata and Jessica (Julio) Delgado; and great grandchildren, Jacob, Nicholas and David Applegarth, Cooper and Layla Marks, Sophia and Aidan Jones, Lindsey, Lucas and Katelyn Coon and Andrew Michael Machata.

She was also preceded in death by brothers, Cecil and Russell, sisters, Ruth, Bernice, Charlotte and Bonnie Lou, and, son-in-law, Richard “Dick” Marks,

Mrs. Jones was a 1940 Lucerne High School graduate. She was a member of Star City United Methodist Church. She was a lifelong farmwife and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, but most of all spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. She was very proud that all 10 of her grandchildren graduated from college.

Helen was a 1940 Lucerne High School graduate. She was a member of Star City United Methodist Church. She was a lifelong farmwife and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking but most of all spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Helen was very proud that all 10 of her grandchildren graduated from college.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center Chapel; and also one hour prior to the service on Monday. The funerall service will be at 11:30 a.m., Monday (July 1), at the funeral home with Pastor David Sommers officiating. Burial will be at Kistler Cemetery, Royal Center.

Memorial donations may be made to Riley’s Children’s Hospital.

Marcella Good

February 1, 1922 to July 12, 2013

WINAMAC - Marcella Jane Good, 89, Winamac, passed away at 8:02 p.m., Friday, July 12, at the Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

She was born Feb. 1, 1922, in Logansport, to the late Charles Samuel and Pearl Frick Fife. She married Darl L. Good on May 31, 1941. He died March 27, 2011.

Survivors include
Judy Anspach, Greenwood, Daughter
Gary L.( Lenn) Good, Yorktown, VA, Son
Kevin L.(Angela) Anspach, Greenwood, Grandson
Matthew A. (Charla) Anspach, Greenwood, Grandson
Kimberly L. (Christopher) Wade, Suffolk, VA, Granddaughter
Kristina Good, Yorktown, VA, Granddaughter
Jeremy L. Good, Yorktown, VA, Grandson
10 Great Grandchildren

She was preceded in death by:
David M. Anspach, Grandson
2 Brothers
3 Sisters

Mrs. Good was a member of the Pulaski Presbyterian Church. She was also a member of the Delta Sigma Tau Sorority, Iris-Elm Garden Club, Federated Women's Club and an Extension Homemakers Club. She was a 4-H leader for many years. She enjoyed entertaining friends and family. She also enjoyed crocheting, sewing, knitting and gardening.

Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday (July 18), 2013, at the f;uneral home. Burial will be in Pulaski Presbyterian Cemetery, Pulaski.

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


 

Thomas W. Davis

May 26, 1920 to July 10, 2013

WINAMAC - Thomas W. Davis, 93, of Winamac, died Wednesday, July 10, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka.

He was born May 26, 1920, in Star City, to the late Otis and Blanch Fahler Davis. He married Ruby L. Reinholt. She died April 28, 2007. He later married Veneda L. Galbreath Hoesel. She survives.

Also surviving are:
Chris (Ted) Sputh, Indianapolis, Daughter
Patti (John) Grimm, Evansville, Daughter
Marybeth (Ed) Cunius, West Chester, PA, Daughter
Susie (Tom) Grumme, Indianapolis, Daughter
Grandchildren: Carl Sputh, Ryan Sputh, Tom (Mary) Grimm, Anna Grimm, Adam Grimm, Kyle (Mike) Cooney MacNeal, Kelly (Jason) Cooney Krugh, Sean Cooney, Samantha Cunius, Kate Grumme and Paige Grumme.
Great-grandchildren: Aaron MacNeal, Noah MacNeal, Ruby Krugh, and Olivia Krugh.

He was preceded in death by:
Flora Faye Knipple, Sister
Bessie Baughman, Sister
Alma Jean Lawrence, Sister

Mr. Davis was a U.S. Navy veteran. He served on the USS Rockdale in the Pacific during World War II. He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a rural mail carrier. He also was an insurance agent, a plumber, and a volunteer fireman.

Mr. Davis was a member of the Star City United Methodist Church and the Winamac VFW 1728. He enjoyed tinkering, driving his golf cart with his cat named Cat (White Mountain), buying and riding in cars and watching the river. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was an imaginative story teller and his kids and grandkids will always remember his facinating tales and life lessons.

Visitation will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Star City United Methodist Church. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 11 a.m., at the church, with Rev. Ruth Waite officiating. A graveside service will follow at the Star City West Cemetery, Star City. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be given to the Star City United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 277, Star City, or to the Pulaski Animal Center, P.O. Box 156, Winamac, IN 46996.