Obituaries

Thomas L. Williams

September 30, 1976 to July 26, 2023

WINAMAC - Thomas Lee “Toby” Williams, 46, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, July 26, at home.

He was born Sept. 30, 1976 in Arcadia, FL to John H. and Shirley A. [Thompson] Williams. He graduated from Winamac Community High School.

Toby Williams

He is survived by:
John Williams, Winamac, Father
Jeanette (Steve) Cooper, Enterprise, AL, Sister
Leonard “Frankie” Williams, Winamac, Brother
Frank Thompson, Elkhart, Brother
Terry Howerton, Lafayette, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins

Preceded in death by:
Shirley] Williams, Mother
Johnny Williams, Brother
Donna Sue Williams, Infant Sister

Mr. Williams was always a free spirit who enjoyed living his life to the fullest.

No services will be held.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Shirley G. Caseley

1943 to July 26, 2023

Shirley Caseley

WINAMAC - Shirley G. Caseley, 79, of Star City, passed away Wednesday, July 26, in Winamac, in the presence of her family.

At her request no services will be scheduled.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Daniel Schmicker

October 19, 1969 to July 22, 2023

WINAMAC - Daniel Schmicker, 53, of Buffalo, passed away Saturday, July 22, in Goshen.

He was born Oct. 19, 1969 in Winamac to  the late Robert Louis “Bob” and Mildred Barbara Weaver Schmicker.

Daniel Schmicker

He is survived by:
Regina Sowder, Buffalo, Fiancee
Zachary (Brianna) Schmicker, Lucerne, Son
Danielle (John) Conway, LaPorte, Daughter
Aaron (Samantha) Heims, Monon, Son
Dalton (April) Sowder, Monticello, Son
Blake Sowder, Winamac, Son
Grandchildren: Bentley Schmicker, Elijah Conway, Kylee Heims, Paislee Heims and Ariana Sowder.
Tom (Mary Beth) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother
Tim (Rochelle) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother
Ted (Erin Brugh) Schmicker, Logansport, Brother
Anne Holbrook, Winamac, Sister
Tobe Schmicker, Winamac, Brother
Lenora (Doug) Hoover, Star City, Sister
Tony (Michelle) Schmicker, Crossville, TN, Brother
Todd (Michelle) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother
John (Kelly) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother
Mary (Marc) Schultz, Ft. Wayne, Sister
Rob (Teri) Schmicker, Winamac, Brother
Teresa (Todd) Fleece, Marion, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Cody Heims Son
Brandon Suter Nephew
Kenny “ Hot Rod” Holbrook Brother-in-law

Mr. Schmicker worked as a maintenance technician at the Winamac Fish and Wildlife Area. He was the owner of the Paul Bunyan Tree Service. He grew up and worked on the Schmicker family farm for many years. He loved to work in his garden. He enjoyed hunting, camping and fishing. He lived on the river and spent many hours enjoying time by and on the water. He was always there to help family, friends and neighbors in need. He loved to cook and spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, July 28, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A private funeral service will be held. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac.

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

Richard E. McCarty Sr.

May 18, 1959 to July 15, 2023

ROCHESTER – Richard Eugene McCarty Sr., 64, of Winamac passed away at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 15, at his residence.

On May 18, 1959, he was born in Knox to Sylvester “Tubby” and Kathryn Rose McCarty. He married Karen Campbell on Oct. 10, 1987. They shared 36 years of life’s adventures with their blended family. She survives.

Richard McCarty Sr.

Also surviving are three daughters Evelyn (Jason) Dell Jason of Rochester, Katy Batta of Argos, Dottie Batta and companion Kimberly Dunsizer of Plymouth; three sons Richard (Tori) McCarty Jr. of Rochester, Justin McCarty of Bremen, Dustin (Kristen) McCarty of Peru; 14 grandchildren Brody Stone, Kyndra Stone, Jaslyn Dell, Dreyton Dell, Makayla Batta, Damien Keeling, Parker Keeling, Keltinn Gentry-McCarty, Dustin James McCarty Jr., KayLea McCarty, Jaxton Tillman, Karlie Tillman, Alaynah Tillman, and Jared Tillman; great-granddaughter Kayleigh Marie; and a brother, Joe McCarty of Rochester.

Preceding him in death are his parents, Sylvester McCarty and Kathryn Tilley, and infant grandson Jacob Ehlinger.

With a strong work ethic, Mr. McCarty worked at Federal Mogul of Leiters Ford and at Plymouth Tube of Winamac. He liked to play cards, whether it was euchre, pinochle, back alley or poker. He enjoyed playing slots and traveling to the Four Winds Casinos  in South Bend, New Buffalo and the Sevenwinds Casino in Hayward, WI.  As a diehard Cub’s fan, he loved to share the Seventh Inning Stretch and the number of home runs per inning with his family.

A celebration of the life will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, July 20, at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester. Pastor Thad Stewart will officiate. Friends may visit with the family from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, July 19, and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  Visitors are invited to wear their favorite Cub’s attire to honor Rick. Interment will be at Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 1476 West 18th St., Rochester, IN 46975.

Rose A. Newman Korner

February 15, 1928 to July 15, 2023

ROYAL CENTER - Rose A. Korner, 95, of Winamac passed away peacefully at 6:24 a.m., Saturday, July 15, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Born Feb. 15, 1928 in Chicago, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Helen (Winiarz) Storzek. She was married to D. Richard Newman and Robert C. Korner, who both preceded her in death.

Rose Korner

Survivors include her children, David (Jean) Newman of Winamac, Alan Newman of Winamac, Sharon (Douglas) McKinley of Winamac and Linda (Bill) Webb of Winamac; step-children, Sherry (Mark) Stout of Star City and Kathy (Kirk) Good of Tyler, Texas; grandchildren, Joshua (Robyn) Newman of Cleveland, Ohio, Blake Newman of Winamac, Abby (Luke) Anspach of Star City, Emily Newman of Indianapolis, Ashley (John) Diveley of Star City, Brooke (David) Browning of Star City, Chelsea (Clint) Maxwell of Carmel, Cody (Stephanie) McKinley of West Point, Aaron (Amber) McKinley of Winamac, Jake McKinley of Speedway, Joel Webb of Star City and Tucker Webb of Star City; and step-grandchildren, Ryan Stout, Sean Stout and Carl Manikowski. She is also survived by 16 great-grandchildren and her beloved cat Kitty.

She was also preceded in death by one sister, Lottie Chytla.

Mrs. Korner began her career in accounting at Ryerson Steel in Chicago. While living on the farm, she not only raised her four children (not an easy task), but worked ground, hauled grain and made sure there were delicious meals on the table. She ended her career in the office at the Sohigro fertilizer plant in Star City. She gave of her time helping others, especially her kids, as a Cub Scout den mother, religious education teacher, taxi driver, church volunteer and most recently working the gift shop at the hospital. She was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church and the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She enjoyed reading, playing euchre, fishing, golfing, painting, creating personalized greeting cards, photography and any and all adventures. But most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Those who had the privilege to know her would say she was kind, witty and generous.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, July 18, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Winamac, where there will also be a scripture service at 3 p.m. A mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 19, at the church. Burial will be at the Winamac Cemetery, McKinley Addition.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, St. Peter’s Catholic Church, the Pulaski Health Foundation or charity of choice.

Rose’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Royal Center.

Judy K. Marcinkowski

December 20, 1944 to July 14, 2023

WINAMAC - Judy Kay Marcinkowski, 78, of Winamac, passed away Friday, July 14, at Northwest Health Porter Hospital in Valparaiso.

She was born Dec. 20, 1944 in Logansport, to the late Russell Dale and Genevieve Opal [Reinholt] Watts. On Oct. 20, 1989, she married Edward L. “Ed” Marcinkowski Jr. He passed away Jan. 4, 2022.

Judy Marcinkowski

She is survived by:
Russell “Rusty” (Vicki) Robinson, Spring Hope, NC, Son
Claude Robinson, Logansport, Son
Fonda (Joe Kiker) Robinson, Spring Hope, NC, Daughter
Brett Marcinkowski, Step-Son
Jeff (Kristen) Marcinkowski, Step-Son
Mark (Solly) Marcinkowski, Step-Son
15 Grandchildren
7 Great-Grandchildren (and 1 on the way)
Richard “Dick” (Shirley) Watts, Buffalo, Brother
William “Bill” Watts, Winamac, Brother
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Claude Casper Robinson I, First Husband
Morgan A. Robinson, Granddaughter
Rosemary Watts, Sister-in-law
Heather Watts, Niece
Shelby Watts Anderson, Great-Niece

Mrs. Marcinkowski worked at Wilson Foods in Logansport for many years. Later, she and Mr. Marcinkowski owned and operated a bait shop in LaCrosse. They were both members of Lake County Coon Hunters Association and raised coon dogs. She enjoyed cooking and fishing. She especially enjoyed going to the races at Shady Hill. More than anything, she loved her family very much, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Wednesday, July 19, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon (Wednesday), at the funeral home with Youth Pastor Romeo Marcinkowski officiating. Private burial will be at Riverbank Cemetery in Monterey.

Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to help the family with final expenses.

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