Obituaries

Helen L. Peters

October 8, 1928 to May 9, 2023

WINAMAC - Helen L. Peters, 94, of Winamac, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 9, at Hickory Creek in Winamac.

She was born Oct. 8, 1928 in Winamac to the late Carroll H. and Esther K. [Wiesjahn] Skinner. She grew up in rural Harrison Township and lived her entire married life within a mile of where she was raised. She attended Fairview School and graduated from Winamac High School. She married Willard H. Peters, on Dec. 5, 1948 at Pleasant Hill Church. He passed away Sept. 14, 2019.

Helen Peters

She is survived by:
Connie (Don) Reid, Star City, Daughter
Joan (Ray) Schultz, Medaryville, Daughter
Linda (Dan) Ruhl, Star City, Daughter
11 Grandchildren
32 Great-Grandchildren
1 Great-Great-Granddaughter
Several Nieces and Nephews (and their families)

Preceded in death by:
Will Powlen, Infant Great-Grandson
Harry C. (Belva) Skinner, Brother
Marion G. (Leona) Skinner, Brother

Mrs. Peters was a founding member of Tippecanoe Twirlers and the Twilight Twenty Home-Ec Club as well as a 50-year member of Tippecanoe Chapter #96 OES. She was a lifelong member of Pleasant Hill Church where she faithfully played the organ for over 60 years. In their later years, she and her husband enjoyed traveling all over the U.S. They took numerous bus trips to places like to Branson, MO and Washington, D.C. On their first flight, they flew to Australia to visit their exchange student, Ann Palfreyman Houston. Their most cherished trips were to Redbird Mission and Henderson Settlement in Kentucky where they served the Lord as missionaries. The couple treasured time spent with their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She had previously worked as a teller at First National Bank in Monterey as well as a cook at the Pulaski County Jail in Winamac. She enjoyed quilting, spending time at Lake Bruce, and baking pies. Most of all, she loved to serve the Lord by serving others. She will be dearly missed but forever remembered.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, May 15, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Eastern Star Services will be at 3:30 p.m., Monday at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 16, at Pleasant Hill Lake Bruce Community Church at Lake Bruce, with Chaplain Todd Wilson officiating. Additional visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church Tuesday. Burial be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Lake Bruce.

Memorial donations may be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery Maintenance Fund or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Jeanette G. Pfledderer Zaring

April 14, 1931 to May 8, 2023

FRANCESVILLE - Jeannette G. [Pfledderer] Zaring, 92, of Mulberry (formerly of Monon, and Monticello), passed away peacefully Monday, May 8, at Mulberry Health - having moved there from Glasswater Creek Assisted Living in Lafayette.

She was born April 14, 1931 in Rensselaer, to the late George C. and Marie L. [Remm] Pfledderer. She graduated from Francesville High School in 1950. On Oct. 3, 1958, she married William C. Zaring in Winamac. He passed away April 1, 2010.

Jeanette Zaring

She is survived by:
Richard L. (Melissa) Zaring, Lafayette, Son
Lorena A. (Bill) Lucy, Monticello, Step-Daughter
Martin C. Lamberti, Rockford, IL, Step-Son
Chris (Susan) Quade, Grandson
Amy (Patrick) Mellon, Granddaughter
Stephanie Fritz, Granddaughter
Joshua (Alyssa) Zaring, Grandson
Justin Zaring, Grandson
8 Great-Grandchildren: Jameson, Jonathon, Isabelle, Ryan, Sarah, Juvia, Samara, and Emerson.
Numerous Nieces and Nephews (as well as their families)

Preceded in death by:
Kathrine Beckhoff, Granddaughter
William H. Pfledderer, Brother
Kathrine L. Rosenkranz, Sister
Albert G. Pfledderer, Brother
Paul F. Pfledderer, Brother
Roy Pfledderer, Infant Brother
John C. Pfledderer, Brother
Marie M. Spaeth, Sister
Ann T. Henzler, Sister
Adam R. Pfledderer, Brother
Clara M. LaHue, Sister
Robert H. Pfledderer, Brother
Raymond E. Pfledderer, Brother
Leslie E. Pfledderer, Brother
Donna R. Faris, Sister
Alice M. Kopka, Sister

Mrs. Zaring attended the Methodist Church. She worked at Alloy Rods in Monticello from 1969-1984. After her time there, she worked at Monticello Health Care as an aide. She was a former member of White County AMVETS where she also worked as a custodian during her retirement years. She enjoyed reading and dancing. She was also an avid BINGO player and frequent winner. She loved her family very much. She lived a good full life. She was the last born of 16 children and was the last to pass away.

A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, May 15, at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville with Pastor Trey Garner officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery in Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to White County AMVETS.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbircht Chapel in Francesville.

Robert W. Wuethrich

October 25, 1928 to May 7, 2023

FRANCESVILLE - Robert W. “Bob” Wuethrich, 94, of Francesville, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 7, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home.

He was born Oct. 25, 1928 in Rensselaer, to the late Christian and Barbara [Pelsy] Wuethrich. He graduated from Francesville High School in 1946. On March 11, 1951, he married Phyllis Haab in Milford, and recently celebrated 72 years of marriage. She survives.

Bob Wuethrich

He is also survived by:
Rebecca (Dan) Gudeman, Westfield, Daughter
Bruce (Kathy) Wuethrich, Francesville, Son
Bobbi (Kent) Erb, Westfield, Daughter
Blake (Kim) Wuethrich, Noblesville, Son
Bonnie (Mark) Vollmer, Westfield, Daughter
Reggie Wuethrich, Roanoke, IL, Son
Andy (Jill) Wuethrich, Peoria, IL, Son
22 Grandchildren
38 Great-Grandchildren
Nola Wuethrich, Francesville, Sister-in-law
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Jordan Wuethrich, Grandson
Theresa (Paul) Von Tobel, Sister
Wilma (Jack) Stewart, Sister
Velda (Lee) Overmyer, Sister
Mildred (Eugene) Huber, Sister
Elizabeth (John) Schambach, Sister
Glendoris (Lester) Huber, Sister
Genevieve (Ed) Schambach, Sister
Willis (Marjean) Wuethrich, Brother
David (Barb) Wuethrich, Brother
Barbara Ellen Wuethrich, Sister
Richard Wuethrich, Brother
Chris Lee (Ruth) Wuethrich, Brother

Mr. Wuethrich farmed with his dad and brothers until May 1951 when he was drafted into the U.S. Army. He spent six months at Ft. Meade in Maryland where he received medical basic training and 18 months at Ft. Sam Houston in Texas where he received advanced neuropsychiatric training. He completed his military career serving as corporal in the 323rd U.S. Army Band. He was a member of the Francesville American Legion and honored fallen veterans for over 20 years by playing Taps at their funerals. After service in the Army, Mr. Wuethrich and his wife returned to Francesville where they were blessed with seven children whom they raised on the family farm. He was a hard worker and instilled that same value in the lives of his family. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren will always cherish time spent with Grandpa and Grandma Wuethrich on the farm. He was a member of the Francesville Apostolic Christian Church. He gave his life to the Lord in 1948 and served Him faithfully in many ways - primarily through his love and passion for music. Mr. Wuethrich’s reverence and respect for the Holy Scripture will always be treasured by his children and grandchildren. “Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.” -Psalm 100: 1 & 2

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 10, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 11, at the Francesville Apostolic Christian Church with ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to Apostolic Christian HarvestCall.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com

Tammy L. Haunn

April 4, 1973 to May 6, 2023

WINAMAC - Tammy L. Haunn, 50, of Winamac, passed away Saturday, May 6, at Porter Regional Hospital in Valparaiso.

She was born April 4, 1973 at Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul, IL to Francis and Julie [Sweeney] Owens. Her father’s military career took the family to California and Guam before settling in Ohio where she graduated from high school.

Tammy Haunn

She is survived by:
Paul Luecht, Winamac, Companion
Kristy M. Haunn, Lacrosse, WI, Daughter
Kayla R. Haunn, Delaware, OH, Daughter
Kasidi S. (husband: Pablo Torrico Alvarez) Haunn, Sylvania, OH, Daughter
2 Grandchildren: Alexander and Amelia
Francis (Debbie) Owens, Father
Darrell Jordan, Step-Father
2 Half-Siblings: Jaymee and Taylor
Numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins

Preceded in death by:
Julie [Sweeney] Owens Jordan, Mother

Mrs. Haunn moved to Winamac in 2007. She worked at Good Oil in Winamac and Medallion Cabinetry in Culver. Most recently, she was employed at Freedman Mobility in Leiter’s Ford. She was a talented cook; often hosting her friends and family to her feasts. She enjoyed crocheting, playing horse shoes, and putting together puzzles. She loved the outdoors, especially spending time on the Tippecanoe River in her kayak. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

The family will host a memorial gathering at a later date.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Melissa Agee

December 18, 1951 to May 5, 2023

ROYAL CENTER - Melissa “Mae” Agee, 71, of Winamac passed away at 2:22 a.m., Friday, May 5, at Pulaski Healthcare Center in Winamac.

Melissa Agee

Born on Dec. 18, 1951 in Pulaski County, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Julie (Bailey) Agee.

Survivors include her sisters, Delores “Lorsie” (Jimmie) Stone  of North Judson, Bonnie (Thomas) Zimmerman of North Judson and Peggy Mays of Plymouth; brother, Jed (Dorothy) Agee of Lalanto, Fla. and many nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Dorothy “Dot” Rose and Arlett Hiese and brothers, Earden Agee, William Riley Agee and Richard Agee.

Ms. Agee was a former member of the Indiana National Guard. She also formerly worked at Arby’s in Winamac. “Mae Mae” to many, she loved unicorns and children. She also enjoyed crocheting. She was a member of the Gospel Lighthouse Church in Delong.

Services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 13, at the Gospel Lighthouse Church, Delong. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery.

Melissa’s online guest book is available and condolence can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com

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

Kathleen J. Manion

April 10, 1939 to April 27, 2023

FRANCESVILLE - Kathleen June [Honegger] Manion, 84, formerly of Monticello, passed away Thursday, April 27, at Taylor Springs Health Campus in Gahanna, Ohio.

She was born April 10, 1939, in Francesville, to Herman and Ida [Quasebarth] Honegger. During her childhood, she enjoyed spending time with her parents and her brothers and sister on their family farm. She graduated from Francesville High School in 1957, and she married high school sweetheart Fred Aldon Manion in 1958. They celebrated 60 years of marriage before his passing in 2019.

Kathy Manion

She is survived by:
Fred (Lora) Manion, Ft. Myers, FL, Son
Kurt (Joetta) Manion, Blacklick, OH, Son
Brad (Deb) Manion, Monticello, Son
Kelsey (Jarrod) Locher, Granddaughter
Kyle (fiancée: Abbey) Manion, Grandson
Kraig (Audrey) Manion, Grandson
Sam (Shelby) Manion, Grandson
Emma Manion, Granddaughter
Jack Manion, Grandson
Chase Locher, Great-Grandson
Camden Locher, Great-Grandson

Preceded in death by parents and husband

Mrs. Manion and her husband lived most of their lives in Monticello. They attended St. James Salem United Church of Christ in Francesville. She was a homemaker, and a devoted mother and grandmother. The couple enjoyed traveling with their sons to many national parks during their marriage. In later life, the Manions enjoyed traveling to Alaska and Hawaii with friends and on fishing trips with their adult children.

A graveside service will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 4, at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville, with Rev. Nelda Seger officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or St. James Salem United Church of Christ.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville.