Obituaries

Carl T. Marcyjanick

August 6, 1937 to August 18, 2023

ROYAL CENTER - Carl T. Marcyjanick, 86, of Monterey passed away at 10:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 18, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

Born Aug. 6, 1937 in East Chicago, he was the son of the late Theodore and Martha (Rogala) Marcyjanick.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Kathleen Marcyjanick and sons, Christopher Marcyjanick of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and Eric Marcyjanick of Monterey.

Mr. Marcyjanick was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and he retired from Bethlehem Steel.

Per his wishes there will be no services.

Dr. Robert E. Hott

June 1, 1932 to August 16, 2023

WINAMAC - Dr. Robert “Bob” Eugene Hott D.D.S., 91, of Kokomo (formerly of Kouts), passed away suddenly Wednesday, Aug. 16, at his residence.

He was born June 1, 1932 at the family home place in rural Winamac, to the late Charles Earl and Mary Ellen [Felder] Hott. He graduated from Winamac High School in 1950 and earned a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University in 1954. He married his high school sweetheart, Haroldean R. Schiesser, on June 5, 1954.

Dr. Robert Hott

He is survived by:
Dr. Steven (Mary) Hott, Kokomo, Son
Jeffrey (Lori) Hott, Winamac, Son
Heather (Alex) Hott Ostrowski, Granddaughter
Tim (Lopa) Hott, Grandson
Dillon (Maria) Hott, Grandson
Amber Hott Balcomb, Granddaughter
Michael Hott, Grandson
Shawn (Jessi) Hott, Grandson
Stefanie (Matt Fischer) Hott, Granddaughter
Several Great-Grandchildren
Sue Hott Tuley, Winamac, Sister
Numerous Nieces and Nephews and their families

Preceded in death by:
Gregory G. Hott, Son
Nancy Hott Smith Curtis, Sister

After graduating from the Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis in 1958, Dr. Hott served two years in the U.S. Army Dental Corps. He achieved the rank of captain and was honorably discharged on April 20, 1964. He practiced general dentistry in Kouts for 50 years until his retirement at age 80.

Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 20, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. (Sunday), at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (Town Addition) in Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Shirley F. Dunkel

April 6, 1947 to August 14, 2023

WINAMAC - Shirley F. Dunkel, 76, of LaGrange, passed away Monday, Aug. 14, at her home, surrounded by family.

She was born April 6, 1947 at the family farm in rural Winamac, the daughter of Berl L. and Fern Fay [Roberts] Stout. She attended Pulaski Grade/High School. On Sept. 3, 1988, she married James A. “Jim” Dunkel in LaGrange. He survives.

Shirley Dunkel

She is also survived by:
Brian K. “Keithy” Jones, Topeka, Son
Leslie M. Williams-Lettsome, Oceanside, CA, Daughter
Bryce A. Jones, Grandson
Brandon A. Jones, Grandson
Bailey E. Jones, Grandson
Kaitlyn C. (Daniel) Arseneau, Granddaughter
Casey N. (Patrick McBarnes) Williams, Granddaughter
Timothy D. Williams, Grandson
3 Great-Grandchildren: Braxton, Mia and Parker
Lovilla June Tetzloff, Howe, Sister
Leroy (Maggie) Stout, Star City, Brother
Carol Pinks, Winamac, Sister
Mark (Sherry) Stout, Star City, Brother
Devon Stout, Star City, Brother
Carol Stout, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Leslie E. Jones, Former Husband
Michael E. Jones, Son
Arnold Levon Stout, Brother
Darlene Kay (Charles Jr.) Johns, Sister
Ruth Elaine (Bill) Oliver, Sister
Lowell Thomas Stout, Brother
Roberta Jo (Donald Sr.) Johns, Sister
George Burley (Edris) Stout, Brother
Hugh Tetzloff, Brother-in-law
Charles Pinks, Brother-in-law
Bonnie Stout, Sister-in-law
Doug Stout, Nephew

Mrs. Dunkel worked at Ohio Table Pad Co. in LaGrange for many years until retirement. She enjoyed reading, going on walks, and spending time with her family. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 18, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 19, at Bell Center Bible Church (11971 E. SR 16), Burnettsville with Pastor Ed Roller officiating. Burial will be at Koster Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Ralph J. Shidler

April 12, 1936 to August 10, 2023

WINAMAC - Ralph Junior Shidler, 87, of West Lafayette (formerly of Medaryville) passed away Thursday, Aug. 10, at the Indiana Veteran’s Home where he had resided for the past two-and-a-half years.

He was born April 12, 1936 in Jefferson Township, Pulaski County to the late Thomas Paul and Ruth Florence [Biddle] Shidler. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954-56 and was stationed in Anchorage, AK.

Ralph Shidler

He is survived by:
Thomas Michael Shidler, Portland, ME, Grandson
Richard “Bick” Shidler, Argos, Brother
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Scott Alan Shidler, Son
Michael Lee Shidler, Son
Thomas N. Shidler, Brother
Garold D. Shidler, Brother
Arnold E. “Jack” Shidler, Brother
John W. Shidler, Brother
Nelson W. Shidler, Brother
Orville R. “Todd” Shidler, Brother
Paul W. Shidler, Brother
Edward L. Shidler, Brother
Donald Shidler, Infant Brother
Wayman L. “Bug” Shidler, Brother
Wanda M. Myers, Sister
Larry D. “Bean” Shidler, Brother

Mr. Shidler was the owner/operator of Medaryville Hardware/Plumbing & Heating.

A graveside service celebrating the life of Ralph and his late sons, Scott and Michael, will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7, at the Indiana Veteran’s Home Cemetery with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be at the cemetery, located at 3851 N. River Rd., West Lafayette.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Indiana Veteran’s Home Cemetery or Southern Care Hospice.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Allen E. Slusser Jr.

July 6, 1953 to August 9, 2023

LOGANSPORT - Allen Eugene “Butch” Slusser Jr., 70, of Francesville, passed away Wednesday Aug. 9, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.

Allen Slusser Jr.

He was born July 6, 1953, in Logansport to Allen Eugne Sr. and Dorothy (Kistler) Slusser.

Survivors include his mother of Francesville; two sisters, Susan Overton, Francesville and Rebecca (Paul) Hintz, Francesville; 5 nieces and nephews and 2 great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Timothy John Slusser.

Mr. Slusser was a former mechanic and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday Aug. 19, at the Francesville Baptist Church with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Private burial will be at Keeps Creek Cemetery near Clymers.

Online condolences may be sent to Allen’s guest book at www.gundrumcare.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gundrum Funeral Home and Crematory, Logansport.

Sandy A. Craig

December 28, 1960 to August 9, 2023

WINAMAC - Sandy Arnett Craig, 62, of Winamac passed away Wednesday, Aug. 9, at Northwest Health Hospital in LaPorte. 

She was born Dec. 28, 1960 in South Bend, to J.B. and Kathleen Collins Arnett.  She was raised in North Judson, and graduated from NJSP High School in 1979.  On April 30, 1988, she married Steve Craig in Winamac.  He survives.

Sandy Craig

She is also survived by:
Kandice D. Craig, Daughter
Steven Jacob Craig, Son
Katy Benfield, Step-Daughter
Grandchildren: Chance Howard, Casen Fritz, Kamden Gudas, Rayne Craig, Rowan Benfield and Mason Benfield.
Kathleen Collins Arnett, Mother
Kathy (Howard) Connelley, Sister
Ricky (Letha) Arnett, Brother
Marvin (Lois) Arnett, Brother
Jeanettie Marcella “Sis” Fox, Sister-in-law
Ron Craig, Brother-in-law
Linda Craig, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Dwayne “Tootie” Howard Jr., Son
J.B. Arnett, Father
Lisa Arnett, Infant Sister
Silas Craig, Father-in-law
Marcella “Marcy” Boyer, Mother-in-law
Marjorie Ries, Sister-in-law
Bill Craig, Brother-in-law
Art Fox, Brother-in-law
Jamie Crawford, Niece
Bradley Hartwell, Nephew

Mrs. Craig worked at Eaton’s for many years until they closed. She retired from Dr. Heinsen’s office where she had worked as a medical clerk. She was a member of the Winamac FOE #2580. She was also a member of Church of the Heartland. She loved her family dearly, and especially cherished spending time with her grandsons, Casen and Kammy as well as talking on the phone with her grandson, Chance. She was Casen’s number one fan at the ballpark. She enjoyed shopping, getting her hair done, and tanning (thanks Gerry Jo!). She liked going to church and riding in the golf cart with Steve and their dog, Spud. She was full of life and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 13, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. (Sunday), at the funeral home. Private burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.