Obituaries
Olive L. Lawson
September 22, 1931 to December 28, 2012
WINAMAC - Olive Lucille Lawson, 80, of Winamac, passed away at 4:43 p.m., Friday, Dec. 28, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.
She was born Sept. 22, 1931, in Reynolds, to the late George William and Carrie Dalzell Gross. She married Kenneth Dale Lawson on Oct. 12, 1949 in Monticello. He died May 18, 2009.
 Survivors include two daughters; Marsha J. Lawson, Phoenix, AZ and Janice M. (John) Dilts, Winamac; one son Michael Wayne Lawson, Washington, DC,; seven grandchildren; Jennifer (Bill) Tohtz, Bartlett, IL, Andrew Compton, Phoenix, AZ, Tracie Nuckols, Westfield, Lori (Bryce) Brumm, Winamac, Kari (Kyle) Johnson, Winamac, Sandi(Ben) DeSabatine, Winamac, and Brooke Lawson, Washington, DC,; 14 great-grandchildren, three brothers; Carl Edward (Marqueti) Gross, Lafayette, Thomas Franklin (Sharon) Gross, Monticello, and George William Gross Jr., Perido Beach, AL, and one sister; Evelyn Kay (Richard) Yater, Burkesville, KY.
She was preceded in death by two brothers; Charles and Leon,and one sister; Helen Sterrett.
She was a member of the White Oak Methodist Church in Headlee, IN. Lucille and Kenny farmed for many years near Buffalo, IN. They moved to Winamac in 2007. Lucille enjoyed walking, sewing, biking, and gardening. She also enjoyed camping, playing Euchre, and spending winters in Florida with Kenny. She especially enjoyed spending time with her Grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at 3 PM EST Tuesday, January 1, 2013, in Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Rev. Thomas Hopewell officiating.
Burial will take place in the Hughes Cemetery located at Monticello, IN.
Friends may call 12 noon-3 PM EST Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at Frain Mortuary.
Memorial Contributions may be given to: Pulaski Healthcare Center Activities Fund, American Cancer Society, or Winamac High School Athletic Fund.
Alberta Straw
May 26, 1944 to Devember 28, 2012
WINAMAC - Alberta Straw, 68, of Winamac, passed away at 8:40 p.m., Friday, Dec. 28, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka.
She was born May 26, 1944, in Winamac to the late Richard and Agnes Reinholt Straw.
 Survivors include her brother Albert (Debbie) Straw, Winamac; 3 nieces Leslie Miller, Granger, Jennifer Straw, Lafayette, and Angela Straw, Loganport;
one nephew Scott Straw, Winamac; and five great nieces and nephews Ashley Miller, Jamee Miller, Joel Miller, Abbey Miller and Julee Miller.
Ms. Straw worked at Kewanna Metal Specialty as the human resource manager. She enjoyed Indiana University Basketball. She especially enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. She helped to organize the Reinholt Renunion for many years.
Friends may call from 12 noon to 3 p.m., Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m., (Wednesday, Jan. 2), at the funeral home with Rev. Jarrel Hartle officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Marilyn Stamper
March 21, 1935 to December 27, 2012
WINAMAC - Marilyn Stamper, 77, Winamac, passed away at 9:47 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 27, at St. Mary Medical Center, Hobart.
She was born March 21, 1935, in Star City, to the late Harry and Meta Holt McClellan. She married Jesse R. Stamper on Aug. 16, 1953, in Hoover, IN. He survives.
 Also surviving are three sons Allen R. Stamper, Alvin J. (Monica) Stamper, and Albert C. (Lynette) Stamper, all of Winamac, five granchildren Jon A. Stamper, Rochester, Lyndsee M. (Sam) Sayers, Alecia M. Stamper, and Sierra P. Stamper, all of Winamac, and Joshua C. Stamper, Lucerne, three great grandchildren Audrey Ziegler, and Isabella Stamper, both of Dallas, TX, and Trey D. Sayers, Winamac, two brothers Burton (Mary) McClellan, Monticello, and Roy (Joan) McClellan, Rochester.
She was preceded in death by one sister Leona Cannon, and two brothers Harry McClellan Jr. and Bob McClellan.
Mrs. Stamper was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed her flower garden and watching hummingbirds in her yard.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Sunday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday (Dec. 31), at the funeral home, with Pastor Denny Wilson officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.
Frank Krulik Jr.
March 3, 1955 - December 17, 2012
PORTAGE - Frank C. Krulik Jr., age 57, of Winamac, passed away Monday, Dec. 17.
He was born March 3, 1955, in Hammond, to Frank C. Krulik Sr. and Marie (Kroll) Krulik.
 He is survived by three sisters, Dianna (Earl) Unrue of Portage, Shirley (Rex) Hood of Portage, and Sharon (Joe) Krulik of Crown Point. He is also survived by three nieces, three nephews and many other family friends.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. (CT), Friday, at the O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc., North Judson. The funeral service will be 10 a.m. (CT), Saturday (Dec. 22), at the funeral home. Burial will be at Highland Cemetery, North Judson.
Alberta Katschke
January 4, 1953 to December 26, 2012
WINAMAC - Alberta E. Katschke, 59, of Winamac, passed away at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 26, at her residence.
She was born Jan. 4, 1953, in Winamac, to the late Adam and Frances Hurlburt Hines. She married Thomas Bryant on March 24, 1969, in Winamac. He passed away July 4, 1973. She then married Ray Katschke on Oct. 6, 1973, in Kewanna. He survives.
 Also surviving are one daughter Sheila G. Yockey , Rochester, four sons Thomas E. (Teresa) Bryant, Paul A. Katschke, and Brent A. Katschke, all of Winamac, and Brian R. (Melissa) Katschke, Rochester, 14 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren, two brothers Adam (Bonnie) Hines, Monticello, MN, and Frank (Mindy) Hines, Winamac, and two sisters Rosemary (Bill) Marsh, Plymouth, and Cindy (Glenn) Cole, Winamac.
She was preceded in death by 2 grandchildren, a sister Geneva Shidler, and a brother Robert Hines.
Mrs. Katschke retired from Plymouth Tube Co. in Winamac after 27 years of employment. She also worked at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester for two years. She enjoyed camping and visiting the boat. She loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday (Dec. 29) at the funeral home. Burial will be in Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.
Dean D. Lowry
December 20, 1944 to December 21, 2012
FRANCESVILLE - Dean D. Lowry, 68, of Francesville, passed away at 3:20 a.m., Friday, Dec. 21, at IU Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.
He was born on Dec. 20, 1944 in Francesville, to the late Donald H. and Alice Catherine Bayless Lowry. He married Carol E. Johns on July 17, 1966 in Monon. She survives.
 Also surviving are:
One Daughter, Amanda (Mark) Douglas of Rossville
Two Sons, Scott (Christin) Lowry of Monticello and Jeff (Kasey) Lowry of Francesville
8 Grandchildren, Gabrielle, David, Shea, Samantha, Madison, Kaitlynn, Ashlynn, Sarabeth
Two Brothers, Richard (Martha) Lowry of Francesville and Paul (Diana) Lowry of Thorntown
Two Sisters, Donna (Richard) Wen of New Brighton, MN and Mary (Eldon) Everidge of Rockville
Preceded in death by:
Two Brothers, Kenneth and James Lowry;
Three Infant Sisters.
Mr. Lowry was a member of the Francesville First Christian Church where he has served as chairman of the church elders, and served as deacon, Sunday School teacher, small group member and on the missions committee. He was also a member of the West Central School Board since 1986. He had a true interest in the well-being of the students. He was a board member of the Purdue Christian Campus House. He was the former president of the Carroll-White REMC Board where he had served for 25 years. He was a former member of the Pulaski County 4-H Board and the Pulaski County Pork Producers. He was a lifetime farmer and avid golfer. He enjoyed gardening, raising flowers, riding his motorcycle and mowing the roadsides. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Sunday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville; and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday (Dec. 24), at Francesville First Christian Church, Francesville, with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville. Military graveside services will be conducted.
Memorial donations may be given to Francesville First Christian Church Building Fund or West Central Schools Educational Foundation, Inc.
Leisha K. Davis
October 1, 1961 to December 19, 2012
FRANCESVILLE - Leisha K. Davis, 51, of Francesville, passed away at 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 19, at her residence.
She was born Oct. 1, 1961 in Salem.
 Survivors include two daughters: Angela Davis, Monticello, and Samantha Davis, Francesville; five grandchidren: Machaela Davis, Ethan Koebcke, Alexis Koebcke, Jaden Erb and Braden Erb; one brother: Barry Baker, Kentland; two sisters: Cathy (Danne) Cawby, Reno, NV and Barbara Harris, Monticello.
She was preceded in death by her parents Pallas Baker and Georgia Hammack Day.
Mrs. Davis graduated from West Central High School in 1979. She owned and operated the Old Corral in Francesville for many years. She was a member of the Medaryville American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed reading, doing crossword puzzles, and playing Cribbage. She loved her family very much, especially her grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m., Saturday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 10 a.m. (Saturday, Dec. 22), at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be in Central Barren Cemetery, Central Barren, IN.
Memorial donations may be given to Medaryville American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.
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