Cynthia Conover
1954 to December 2, 2022
WINAMAC - Cynthia Conover, 68, of Pulaski, passed away Friday, Dec. 2, at her home.
Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
ObituariesDonald D. Van MeterJune 20, 1937 to December 2, 2022 MEDARYVILLE - Donald Dean Van Meter, 85, of Monon, passed away peacefully Friday, Dec. 2, at home following a brief illness. He was born June 20, 1937 on a small farm east of Francesville, to Marion E. and Anna M. [Fields] Van Meter. In 1955, following his graduation from Roosevelt High School in Monticello, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. In 1959, he married Helen Wilson, and they had two daughters. In 1992, he married Karen Pixey and gained three step-children.
He is survived by: Preceded in death by: Mr. Van Meter served his country for 20 years, retiring in 1975 as a chief data processing technician. After retiring from the Navy, he worked as a clerk at the Lafayette Post Office for 22 years. While working at the post office, he met Karen Pixey. He was a longtime member of the Medaryville Christian Church where he served as a deacon. He was an avid golfer and especially enjoyed playing at Myrtle Beach, SC and Biloxi, MS. He was honored to receive a Quilt of Valor several years ago. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 9, at the Medaryville Christian Church. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. (Friday), at the church with Pastor Tony Schabel officiating. Burial will be at White Post Cemetery in Medaryville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services. Memorial donations may be made to the Medaryville Christian Church. Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville.
Randy D. BennettJune 9, 1960 to November 29, 2022 FRANCESVILLE - Randy D. Bennett, 62, of Francesville, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 29, following an eight-month battle with cancer. He was born June 9, 1960 in Cape Girardeau, MO to the late Richard and Shirley [Simpkins] Bennett. He moved to Indiana as a child and attended Hebron Elementary School, and graduated from Kankakee Valley High School. On Feb. 14, 1995, he married Linda S. [Clark] Owens in Winamac. She survives.
He is also survived by: Preceded in death by: Over the years, Mr. Bennett had been employed at Owens Corning Fiberglass in Valparaiso, Westville Correctional Facility in Westville, Wabash National in Lafayette, and Vulcan Stone Quarry in Francesville. He retired from Lehigh Hanson Materials in Francesville. He was a proud member of the Operating Engineers Local #150 in Countryside, IL. He served on the Medaryville Volunteer Fire Department for many years. He enjoyed woodworking and fishing as well as painting and drawing. He was an avid fan of Notre Dame football and Purdue basketball. Most of all, he loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 5, at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville. Entombment will be at the cemetery. In lieu of flowers, food, and gifts, memorial donations may be made to Indiana Burn Camp or Medaryville Volunteer Fire Department. Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville.
Preston L. Taylor III1959 to December 1, 2022 WINAMAC - Preston L. Taylor III, 63, of Medaryville, passed away Thursday, Dec. 1, in Crown Point. Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Mark A. Peterson1954 to December 2, 2022 WINAMAC - Mark A. Peterson, 66, of Lucerne (formerly of Monterey), passed away Tuesday, Nov. 29, at Community Howard Regional Health Hospital in Kokomo. He was born Feb. 1, 1956 in Winamac, to the late Amos J. and Sarah K. [Reinholt] Peterson. He graduated from Culver High School.
He is survived by: Preceded in death by: Mr. Peterson was a retired butcher, having worked at Martins in Logansport, for many years. He was a former member of Winamac Lodge #262 F&AM as well as Shriners. He was a member of the Lucerne Lion’s Club. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially boating, fishing, hunting, and playing Frisbee golf. He had a keen eye for Indiana artifacts. He also enjoyed cooking and gardening. He loved his many pets – too many to name! Most of all, he loved his family and will be dearly missed. Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 4, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 5, .at the funeral home. Burial will be at Riverbank Cemetery in Winamac. Memorial donations may be made to Lucerne Volunteer Fire Department or Monterey Volunteer Fire Department. Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Theresa M. Marchesi1960 to November 28, 2022 WINAMAC - Theresa M. Marchesi, 62, of Star City, passed away Monday, Nov. 28, in Winamac. Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.
Charisse A. DoddsAugust 1, 1966 to November 28, 2022
WINAMAC - Charisse A. Dodds, 56, passed away Monday, Nov. 28 after a short illness. She was born Aug. 1, 1966 to the late Paul Thomas and Wilma Jean Dodds. She is survived by her stepmother, Susan Dodds; her sister Suzanne Dodds; her brothers, Christopher and Jason Dodds; her aunt, Gay Bergman; her nieces, Michaela (Brant) Williams, Rebecca (Vince) Lange, and Leah Maldonado; her grandnephews, Cael Williams and Ellis Williams; as well as many cousins. Burial will be next to her parents in the Spring of 2023 at Buck Cemetery in Thornhope,. Local arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
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