Obituaries
Howard L. Mitchell Jr.
December 20, 1972 to July 6, 2013
MEDARYVILLE - Howard Lance Mitchell Jr, 40, died Saturday, July 6, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
He was born Dec. 20, 1972 in Rensselaer, a son of Lottie Conley De Los Santos and the late Howard Lance Mitchell Sr.
He is survived by his mother and step-father Hector De Los Santos of Myrtle Beach; one sister, Ronda Suzzett Mitchell of Conway; two half-sisters, Miranda Mitchell Reyna (Hector) of Dallas TX, and Bobbie Jo Stalbaum (Butch) of Medaryville; four nephews, Eddie Gravitt, Levi Reyna, Derrick Stalbaum and Devon Stalbaum; three nieces, Stephanie Risner, Dakota Stalbaum and Darian Stalbaum.
In addition to his father, he was predeceased by one sister April Risner Richter and one nephew Matthew Risner.
Mr. Mitchell loved sports and was a well-known football player and wrestler in the Kenosha, Wis. area where he set many high school records while playing at Tremper High School. He received a football scholarship and played two years at Butler University before becoming disabled. He was employed at Sealy Components for many years.
A funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday (July 10), at Conway Church of God with Rev. Elmer Conley and Rev. Stuart Jacobs officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at the church. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m., Saturday (July 13), at Independence Cemetery in Medaryville. The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville, prior to the graveside service.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Tremper High School Athletic Department; 8560 26th Avenue, Kenosha WI 53143.
Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville, is handling arrangements.
Lynn L. Kopka
July 12, 1923 to July 8, 2013
FRANCESVILLE - Lynn L. Kopka, 89, of Francesville, passed away at 9:24 a.m., Monday, July 8, at his residence in Francesville.
He was born on July 12, 1923 to the late John and Frieda Kaupke Kopka. He married Alice M. Pfledderer on Nov. 6, 1949 in Francesville. She passed away Feb. 23, 2003.
Survivors include:
Wayne Alan Kopka, Francesville, Son
Jon (Irene) Kopka, Lafayette, Brother
Carolyn Cords, Francesville, Sister
Many Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins
Larry & Frankie Steele, Monon, Friends
Melanie Mitchell, Monon, Friend
Preceded in death by:
Eugene Alan Kopka, Infant Brother
Arthur Cords, Brother-in-law
Mr. Kopka was a 1941 graduate of Medaryville High School. He served in the U.S. Army as a military policeman during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Post #228. He was a member of the St. James-Salem United Church of Christ in Francesville where he had served on the church board many times over the years. He had worked at Francesville Drain Tile Co. for many years. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially taking care of his yard, garden, flowers and feeding the squirrels. He was a loving father and brother and a great friend to all. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville; and one hour prior to services at the funeral home on Friday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday (July 12), at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville, with Pastor T.J. Jenney officiating. Burial will be in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be given to the St. James-Salem United Church of Christ or the American Legion Post #228.
Kenneth D. Tiede
May 18, 1924 to July 7, 2013
FRANCESVILLE - Kenneth Devon Tiede, 89, of Francesville, passed away at 12:30 a.m., Sunday, July 7, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville.
He was born on May 18, 1924 to the late John C. and Ferne Riggs Tiede. On June 26, 1949, he married Marjean Moncel in Francesville. She passed away July 4, 1999.
Survivors include:
Jody (Joel) Flotow, Francesville, Daughter
Mike Tiede, Francesville, Son
Joelyn Flotow, Granddaughter
Janssen Flotow, Grandson
Jerod Tiede, Grandson
Taylor Tiede, Granddaughter
Mr. Tiede was a graduate of Medaryville High School. After high school, he worked at Kingsbury Ordinance Plant and Gutwein Milling Co. He was the "dynamite man" for Ward Stone Co. in Francesville and went on to haul livestock for Auggie Moncel. After retirement, he enjoyed working on the farm with Big Mike.
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Post #228 in Francesville. He enjoyed raising roses and giving them to all the ladies in town. He was a Chicago Cubs and NASCAR fan. He also enjoyed watching his grandkids play sports. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday (July 10), at the funeral home with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be in Bowman White Post Cemetery, Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.
Memorial donations may be given to the American Legion Post #228. \\\\
Ann A. Selle
August 8, 1921 to July 6, 2013
WINAMAC - Ann Amelia Selle, 91, Winamac, passed away at 6:55 a.m., Saturday, July 6, at Pulaksi Memorial Hospital, Winamac.
She was born Aug. 8, 1921, in Winamac, to the late John and Rose Poole Kruzick. She married Forrest Dixon on May 10, 1946, in Winamac. He passed away Jan. 28, 1969. She then married Wilfred Selle on Sept. 5, 1970 in Winamac. He passed away Feb. 16, 1973.
Survivors include:
Thomas (Arlena) Dixon, Indianapolis, Son
Michael Dixon, Plymouth, Son
5 Grandchildren
8 Great Grandchild
Preceded in death by:
2 Brothers & 5 Sisters
Mrs. Selle attended school at St. Peter's parochial and Winamac High School. In 1944 she enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the Womens Army Corp (WACS) and was discharged in 1946. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Daughters of Isabella, Ladies of Charity, Christian Mothers, and an associate member of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ. She was a former member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pulaski, and had formerly lived in Star City. She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The rosary will be recited at 7:15 p.m., followed by a Christian Mothers service. A scriptural wake service will follow at 7:30 p.m., all at the funeral home. The funeral mass will be at 2 p.m., Thursday (July 11) at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery, Winamac.
Linda K. Reinholt
August 5, 1957 to July 3, 2013
WINAMAC - Linda K Reinholt, 55, of, Monterey, passed away at 2:59 a.m., Wednesday, July 3, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac.
She was born Aug. 5, 1957, in Logansport, to Harold and Emily MacLain Sutton. She married Arthur T. Reinholt on July 11, 1981 in Kewanna. He survives.
 Survivors include:
Emily MacLain Brown , Knox, Mother
Dalton M. Reinholt, Tyner, Grandson
James R. Reinholt Jr., Tyner, Grandson
Mary F. Wilcox, Knox, Sister
Harold Lee (Krista) Sutton Jr, Bourbon, Brother
Robert Eugene (Sandy) Sutton, Kewanna, Brother
She was preceded in death by:
Harold Sutton, Father
James R. Reinholt, Son
James Joseph Sutton, Brother
Mrs. Reinholt was a member of the Monterey Bunco Club. She enjoyed gardening and working on her computer. She also enjoyed working in her yard. She was an avid Cubs fan. She loved spending time with her grandsons.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Sunday, 2013 at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m.,Monday (July 8), at the funeral home with Rev. Matt Landry officiating. Burial will be in Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna.
Memorial donations may be given to the Diabetes Association.
Brian L. Miller
January 31, 1972 to June 28, 2013
WINAMAC - Brian Lee Miller, 41, Logansport, passed away at 1 a.m., Friday, June 28, at 1020 N. Indian Creek Road, Logansport.
He was born Jan. 31, 1972, in Logansport, to Howard and Versie Bailey Miller.
 Survivors include
Versie Miller, Macy, Mother
Shawn Michael Miller, Logansport, Son
Trevor Lee Dalton Miller, Logansport, Son
Alexander Gene Miller, Logansport, Son
Corey James Waddups, Monticello, Step-son.
Gail Miller, Logansport, Former wife
He was preceded in death by
Howard Lee Miller, Father
Mr. Miller lived in Logansport his entire life. He was a member or the First Baptist Church, Winamac. He enjoyed spending time with his children and his mother. He also enjoyed fishing and hunting. He enjoyed listening to music and going to car races.
Visitation will be from 12 noon until 1 p.m., Tuesday July 2, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Tuesday, July 2), at the funeral home with Pastor Donald Norrick officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to the family to help with funeral expenses.
Susan D. Sayers
September 27, 1961 to June 26, 2013
WINAMAC - Susan Diane Sayers, 51, Kokomo, formerly of Star City, passed away at 8:55 a.m., Wednesday, June 26, in Waterford Place Health Campus, Kokomo.
She was born Sept. 27, 1961, in Knox, to the late Dan Robert and Jean Ann Compton Sayers.
 Survivors include:
Thomas A. Sayers, Star City, Brother
Sunnie Sayers, Elkhart, Niece
Samuel Sayers, Winamac, Nephew
Ava Sayers, Winamac, Great Niece
Trey Sayers, Winamac, Great Nephew
Several Cousins
John Seabolt, Kokomo, Companion
Kent and Deena Lowry, Winamac, Guardians
Miss Sayers graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1980, and attened Huntington College. She was a nine-year 4-H member of the Van Buren Twinklers and had also been a 4-H leader for several years. She was a former member of the American Legion Post #71 Auxillary and the Star City Lioness Club. She was a member of the Star City United Methodist Church, where she formerly served on the administrative council, and had attended the Main Street Methodist Church, Logansport, and Grace United Methodist Church, Kokomo. She set a record by attending Camp Re-Yo-Ad for 44 years. She enjoyed spending time with her companion John Seabolt. She leaves behing her two guinea pigs Mapel Carmel and Lemon Drop Peggy.
Friends may call after 11 a.m., Wednesday, at Star City United Methodist Church. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Wednesday, July 3), at the church with Rev. Ruth Waite and Rev. John Wortinger officiating. Burial will be in Star City West Cemetery, Star City.
Memorial donations may be given to the Star City United Methodist Church.
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