Obituaries
Ethel J. Knebel
April 13, 1921 to November 26, 2011
WINAMAC - Ethel Josephina Knebel, 90, Star City, passed away at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 26, at St. Vincent Medical Center, Indianapolis.
She was born April 13, 1921, in Portland, OR, to the late Per Gustaf and Elin Nilsdotter Hultgren. She married Everett E. Knebel on April 21, 1945 in Portland, OR. He survives.
 Also surviving are:
Donald E. (Jennifer) Knebel, Zionsville, Son & daughter-in-law
Linda (Robert) Pruden, St. Paul, MN, Daughter & son-in-law
Thomas L. Knebel, Fort Collins, CO, Son
Joseph E. Knebel, Duluth, GA, Son
14 Grandchildren
12 Great Grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Carol E. Preiser, Daughter
Kenneth Preiser, Son-in-law
Edith O'Banion, Twin sister
Albert Hultgren, Brother
Viola Noreen, Sister
Elsa Lind, Sister
Mrs. Knebel, the daughter of Swedish immigrants, met her husband during the war. She moved with him from the city of Portland, Oregon, to a farm in the Star City area and then into town where she raised her five children. The Knebels owned and operated the Knebel Grocery in Star City for over 20 years. She was very active in the Star City community and community events. As the students of the Star City community remember, she gave many a free piece of candy to kids on their birthdays or when she thought they needed something sweet.
Mrs. Knebel was a member of the Star City United Methodist Church and was active in the Methodist Women's Society. She was a former Sunday School teacher, was a leader of the vacation Bible school, and served on several church boards. She was also a former president of Home Economics Club. She served on the Pulaski County Human Service board for over 20 years and was the president for eight years. She was Older Hoosier Senior of the Year in 2003. She was also PCHS Volunteer of the Year. She was a long-time volunteer for the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, where she served coffee, hugs, and smiles to all.
Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, and one hour prior to services Thursday in the church. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., (Thursday, Dec. 1), at Star City United Methodist Church, Star City, with Pastor Ron Mabry officiating. Burial will be in Victor Chapel Cemetery, Star City.
Memorial donations may be given to the Star City United Methodist Church.
James Moncel
February 7, 1952 to November 25, 2011
FRANCESVILLE - James V. "Jim" Moncel, 59, of Carmel (formerly of Francesvile), died at 4:40 p.m., Friday, Nov. 25, at St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital in Indianapolis.
He was born Feb. 7, 1952, in Francesville, to the late Leo and Valera M. Buckles Moncel.
 Survivors include:
Sara (Lou) Moonshower, Bloomington, Sister
Ellen (Lawrence) Schafer, Carmel, Sister
Gene Moncel, Bloomington, Brother
One Niece and One Nephew
Preceded in death by:
Mary Moncel, Sister
Mr. Moncel was a long-time resident of Francesville, but lived the last 13 years in Carmel. He had been a client of Janus Developmental Services, Inc. in Noblesville. He was a member of Hazel Dell Christian Church, Carmel.
Friends may call after 10 a.m., Tuesday, at First Christian Church, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., (Tuesday, Nov. 29), at the church, with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donations may be given to Janus Developmental Services, Inc. or the charity of the donor's choice.
Geneva M. Wagner
March 6, 1926 to November 24, 2011
WINAMAC - Geneva Marie Wagner, 85, of Star City, died Thursday, Nov. 24, at Miller's Merry Manor in Culver.
She was born at home in Thornhope on March 6, 1926, to the late Ernest Leroy and Atta Mae Erwin Daily. She married William Moyer Wagner on April 4, 1948, at the Star City Meghodist Church. He survives.
 Also surviving are her brother Darl Clifford (Merna) Daily of Kewanna; son Richard Alan (Marilyn) Wagner of Knox; daughter Jean Ann (Bill) King of Culver; daughter-in-law Mary Ellen Wagner of Winamac; five grandsons, Don (Cheri) Wagner, Jason (Tina) Wagner, Andy (Apryl) Wagner, Ryan (Priscila) Wagner, and David Wagner; and three great grandchildren, Eva, Lila and Thomas.
Preceding her in death were brother, Neil Owen (Sherry) Daily; and son Thomas Merrill Wagner.
Mrs. Wagner graduated from Star City High School in 1944, and later earned a teaching degree in Home Economics and Business from Ball State Teachers College. Her teaching career included Pulaski, Star City and Winamac schools. Retirement came after 17 years in 1976. Since retirement, she enjoyed winters in Palmetto, Florida, traveling with her husband, ballroom dancing, reading, and cooking.
Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Private services will be held later. Burial will be in Star City West Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pulaski Memorial Hospital.
M. Louise Abbott
December 4, 1928 to November 24, 2011
WINAMAC - M. Louise Abbott, 82, of Winamac, formerly of Star City) died at 12:44 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 24, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne.
She was born Dec. 4, 1928, in Royal Center, to the late Simon John and Anna Elizabeth Link Weaver. She married Robert G. "Bob" Abbott on June 24, 1948 in Pulaski. He died Sept. 21, 1995.
 Survivors include:
Linda Salvesen (Larry) Watson, Colon, MI, Daughter & son-in-law
Nancy (Bruce) Ullrich, Richmond, Daughter & son-in-law
Paul L. (Missy) Abbott, Star City, Son & companion
4 Grandchildren
5 Great Grandchild
1 great great grandchild
Joan Crum, South Bend, Sister
She was preceded in death by:
1 grandchild
Phillip Weaver, Brother
James Weaver, Brother
Walter Weaver, Brother
Mrs. Abbott was a lifetime resident of Pulaski County. She as a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pulaski and Women of the Moose #1684 in Rochester. She was also a member of the National League of Postmasters. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and was a lifetime member of the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxillary. She was a member of the Friends of Pleasant View Rest Home and the Bunco Club.
She worked many years as a sales clerk at Miller's Department Store in Winamac. She also had worked at the Star City Post Office.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., (Saturday, Dec. 3), at the funeral home, with Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will be in Star City West Cemetery, Star City.
Memorial donations may be given to the Star City West Cemetery.
George S. Arnold
December 14, 1926 to November 20, 2011
WINAMAC - George Samuel Arnold, 84, of North Manchester (formerly of Winamac and Hammond), passed away at 5:45 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Peabody Retirement Community in North Monchester.
He was born Dec. 14, 1926, in Marion, IL, to the late Samuel and Edna Rebeca Cox Arnold. He married Emma L. Woodon Oct. 28, 1950, in Hammond. She passed away March 24, 1997. He then married Margaret Elizabeth Finfrock on Jan. 3, 1998, in Winamac. She survives.
 Also surviving are:
George Samuel (Donna) Arnold Jr., Fort Wayne, Son
Sheredith Sue Arnold, Hammond, Daughter-in-law
Kyle (Elizabeth) Arnold, Hammond, Grandson
Keith Arnold, Hammond, Grandson
5 Great Grandchildren
2 Step Children
1 Step Grandchild
Preceded in death by:
Fred Richard Arnold, Son
Cecil Arnold, Brother
Mr. Arnold was a former resident of Hammond, moving to Winamac in 1987. He moved to the Peabody Retirment Community in North Manchester in 2010. He served in the U.S Navy during Wolrd War II. He was a member of the VFW Post #1728, Winamac. He retired from Shell Oil Co. in Hammond, after 37 years of employment. He also owned and operated a barber shop in Hammond for over 30 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Winamac. He was a Past Master and 50-year member of Winamac Masonic Lodge F&AM #262. He was also a member of the South Bend Scotish Rite.
Friends may call after 1 p.m., Friday, at First United Methodist Church, Winamac. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m., (Friday, Nov. 25), at the church, with Rev. Matt Landry, Pastor Kevin DeKoninck, and Pastor Sue Babovec officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services. Winamac Masonic Lodge #262 will also conduct services at the gravesite.
Memorial donations may be given to the First United Methodist Church, Winamac, or the American Cancer Society.
Billy J. Kolish
November 18, 2011
WINAMAC - Billy J. Kolish, 75, of Winamac died at 12:30 a.m., Friday, Nov. 18, at his residence.
He was born May 28, 1936, in Hammond, to the late John and Ann Kronland Kolish. He married Lorraine C. Howard in 1971. She died in 1992. He married Lori Clark in 2005. She survives.
 Also surviving are:
Susan K. (Jeff) Foust, Rochester, Daughter
William (Linda) Kolish, Winamac, Son
Mark (Diane) Kolish, Winamac, Son
Kevin Kolish, Winamac, Son
Jeff (Krista) Lucas, Brighton, IL, Step son
Sandy Lucas, Winamac, IN Step Daughter
Justin Adair, Jerseyville, IL, Step Son
Chad Kolish, Grandchild
Beth Kolish, Grandchild
Ryan Kolish, Grandchild
Austin Foust, Grandchild
Matthew Kolish, Grandchild
Jordan Kolish, Grandchild
Kaitlin Foust, Grandchild
Mackinzie Lucas, Step Grandchild
Trevor Lucas, Step Grandchild
Jacob Lucas, Step Grandchild
Nancy (Joe) Barsic, Lake of the Four Seasons, Sister
John (Judy) Kolish, Hillsboro, MO, Brother
Preceded in death by:
Robert Kolish, Brother
Mr. Kolish was a retired farmer. He was a member of the VFW Men's Auxillary, FOE, and the Moose Lodge, all in Winamac. He was also a member of the American Legion in Knox. He served on the Pulaski County Fair Board for several years. He enjoyed fishing, working on old cars and farming. He loved traveling. He also enjoyed participating in truck and tractor pulls, and watching his grandchildren's school events.
Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m., Sunday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. An Eagless services will be held Sunday evening in the funeral home.The funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Monday (Nov. 21), at the funeral home, with Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to Pulaski Memorial Hospice or the charity of the donor's choice.
James Neeley
May 10, 1946 to November 11, 2011
WHEATFIELD - James Neeley, 65, Medaryville, passed away Friday, Nov. 11.
He was born May 10, 1946 to the late Willis and Susie Bailey Neeley in Rensselaer. On Sept. 17, 1965, he married Sharon Howard. She survives.
 Also surviving are his children: James Edward Neeley and fiance’ Teresa Rowe, Kathy (Frank) Owens, Kenneth (Wanda) Neeley, Tanya (Ben) Fitch, and Justin Neeley; 6 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren; siblings: Mildred Lane, Sally Pigg, Mable (Donnie) Oliver, Polly (Anthony) Cooper, Leanie (Chili) Prater, Betty (Melvin) Wireman, Bobbie (Charlotte) Neeley, and Wilard (Francis) Neeley.
He was preceded in death by brother Ronnie Neeley.
Monday. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday (Nov. 15), at the church with Rev. James Rowe officiating. Interment will be in Goodway Baptist Church Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the family. The Boersma Funeral Home in Wheatfield is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Neeley worked as a welder at Talbert’s for 28 years. He was a member of Goodway Baptist Church in Medaryville.
Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Goodway Baptist Church of Medaryville, from 4 to 8 p.m.,
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