Obituaries

Virginia A. Hettinger

July 27, 1940 to May 17, 2022

ROYAL CENTER - Virginia A. Hettinger, 81, of Star City passed away at 1:04 a.m., Tuesday, May 17, at South Bend Memorial Hospital.

Virginia Hettinger

Born July 27, 1940 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Larus and Mildred Davis O’Brien.

She married Homer Hettinger on Nov. 29, 1968. He survives.

Survivors also include sons, Paul (Gina) Hettinger of Virginia, David (Denise) Hettinger of Star City and Justin (Ana) Hettinger of Winamac; daughters, Audrey (Dan) Burnette of Bringhurst, Krista (Brian) Riner of Texas and Susan (Clay) Helton of Alabama; and sister, Mildred Sherman of Logansport. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by one son, Ronald Hettinger.

Mrs. Hettinger worked for many years in home healthcare.  She enjoyed horses and her cat Mitsy, flowers, drawing, gardening, cooking, her family and her Lord.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 20, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 21, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Davis Cemetery, Burnettsville.

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

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

Margie J. Weida

October 15, 1933 to May 16, 2022

WINAMAC - Margie J. Weida, 88, of Winamac, passed away at her home Monday, May 16.

She was born Oct. 15, 1933 in Pulaski, to the late Ora W. and Theresa L. Weaver Fitz. She graduated from Pulaski High School in 1951.

Margie Weida

She is survived by:
Lee Weida, Osceola, Son
Bethra (Dale) Fletcher, Ranger, GA, Daughter
Phillip (Linda) Weida, Winamac, Son
Terry Weida, Winamac, Son
11 Grandchildren
15 Great-Grandchildren
1 Great-Great-Granddaughter
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Michael Weida, Son
Phyllis Saine, Sister
Viola Reutebuch, Sister
Danny Fitz, Infant Brother
Gene Weida, Former Husband

Over the years, Mrs. Weida worked at the Pulaski County Courthouse, Pulaski Memorial Hospital, and Winamac Elementary School. Most of all, she was a loving and devoted mother. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially flower gardening, vegetable gardening, and canning. She grew an orchard of peach and apple trees. She was an avid reader and liked watching old Westerns.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Friday, May 20, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 11 Friday, at the funeral home. Private burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery West in Pulaski.

Memorial donations may be made to Pulaski Animal Center or Elara Hospice.

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

Berniece L. Trapp

April 29, 1921 to May 16, 2022

WINAMAC - Berniece L. Trapp, 101, of Lafayette (formerly of Winamac) passed away Monday, May 16, at Creasy Springs Health Campus in Lafayette where she had resided since 2016.

Berniece Trapp

She was born April 29, 1921 in Winamac to the late Orville M. and Mary Nierzwicki Smith. She attended a one-room schoolhouse in Ripley, and graduated from Monterey High School. After high school, she lived with and worked for the Capper family on their farm in Star City. On Feb. 1, 1941, she married Albert J. Trapp at the Smith home place in rural Monterey. He passed away May 25, 1994.

She is survived by:
Janey (Kenneth) McGlothlin Jr., Lafayette, Daughter
Michael (Rachel) McGlothlin, Lafayette, Step-Grandson
Rosie Smith, Rochester, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Leona P. Rausch, Sister
Deloris Moore, Sister
Orville M. Smith Jr., Brother

Mrs. Trapp was a loving and devoted farmer’s wife, caring for the home and helping on the farm. The couple celebrated 53 years of marriage before his death. She was a lifelong member of the First Christian Church in Winamac where she was always willing to lend a helping hand. She was a 50-year member and Past Worthy Matron of Tippecanoe Chapter OES #96. Berniece and Albert were members of a local Pinochle club for over 40 years. She was happiest when she was surrounded by friends and family. She was a talented cook and baker who loved to share with others.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 21, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. OES services will be held at 12 noon The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. (Saturday), at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the First Christian Church in Winamac,.

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

James C. Bennett

November 25, 1970 to May 15, 2022

WINAMAC - James C. Bennett, 51, of Monterey (formerly of Lake Station) passed away Sunday, May 15, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

He was born Nov. 25, 1970 in Valparaiso, to John W. and Brenda G. Overby Bennett.

He is survived by:
Tiffany Tarter, Daughter
Robert Bennett, Son
Trisha Bennett, Daughter
Crystal Berns, Daughter
Lakota Bennett, Son
3 Grandchildren: Sky, Ariella, and Ariah
John and Brenda Bennett, Parents
John W. Bennett II, Brother
Cindy Wirick, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Mr. Bennett liked to work on cars, hunt, fish, and float the Tippecanoe River. He worked at Direct Transit for many years.

Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m., Friday, May 20, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Friends of the Tippecanoe River State Park.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Beverly J. Hooper

August 23, 1949 to May 9, 2022

WINAMAC - Beverly J. “Bev” Hooper, 72, of Rensselaer, formerly of Star City, passed away Monday, May 9, at Franciscan Health Hospital in Lafayette.

She was born Aug. 23, 1949 in Lafayette, to the late Lee E. and Merlene F. Linback Kiser. She graduated from Star City High School in 1967 and served in the U.S. Navy from 1967 to 1970. On May 31, 1969, she married Layne Hooper in Pulaski. He survives.

Bev Hooper

She is also survived by:
Shannon (Jennifer) Hooper, Thornton, CO, Son
Trisha Giombetti, Lindenhurst, IL, Daughter
Peyton Hooper, Granddaughter
Chase Hooper, Grandson
Andrea L Childs, Florida, Sister

Mrs. Hooper enjoyed cooking, antiquing, and attending auctions. She enjoyed meeting new people and spending time with her friends. She especially enjoyed traveling to see her kids and grandkids. As a phenomenal cook, she could conjure warmth and love through food and baked goods. Cakes, cookies, and large meals were a labor of love and something that was always being prepared to delight anyone lucky enough to be close when they were fully prepared. She was a kind and compassionate mother, and her children felt a special bond with her well into their adult years. To know Beverly was to know a friend. She could strike up a conversation with anyone, at any time, on any topic, and they were left with the warmth of her humor and kindness. Bev will be tremendously missed by all who were privileged enough to know her; rest peacefully, Bev.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, June 3, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A celebration of life service will follow at 1 p.m., (June 3), at the funeral home with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military honors following services at the funeral home.

Memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Pulaski Animal Center.

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

Richard T. Myers

December 20, 1936 to May 8, 2022

WINAMAC - Richard Ted “Dick” Myers, 85, of Monticello, passed away at 3:05 p.m., Sunday, May 8, at Franciscan Health Hospital in Crown Point.

He was born Dec. 20, 1936 in Francesville, to the late Ted and Lura Weltzin Myers. He graduated from Francesville High School in 1955. On Oct. 27, 1956, he married Wanda May “Sis” Shidler in Francesville. She passed away Feb. 13, 2011.

Dick Myers

He is survived by:
Richard Ted “Rick” (Mary) Myers Jr., Rensselaer, Son
Brad L. Garling, Winamac, Son-in-law
Richard James (Savannah Eldridge) Myers, Grandson
Christopher Patrick (Tori) Myers, Grandson
Nicholas Anthony Myers, Grandson
Kathryn Mae Myers, Granddaughter
Leslie Marie (Aaron) Disinger, Granddaughter
Matthew Lee Garling, Grandson
5 Great-Grandchildren: Mason, Hayden, Kaylee, Emmalynn, and Lucy (and one on the way).
James Myers, Monon, Brother
Rose (Mike) Salyer, Francesville, Sister
Bill Davis, Francesville, Brother-in-law
Ralph Shidler, Lafayette, Brother-in-law
Richard “Bick” Shidler, Argos, Brother-in-law
Lila Shidler, Argos, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Shelia Kay Garling, Daughter
Sue Allen, Sister
Nina Davis, Sister
Helen Wilson, Sister

Mr. Myers was a lifelong Iron Worker and member of the Ironworkers Local #379 in Lafayette, which later merged with Local #22 in Indianapolis. He also owned and operated Dick & Wanda’s Restaurant and Bar in Chalmers for several years. He was a member of the White County Farm Bureau, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #2570, Sons of The American Legion Post #81 and the VFW Auxiliary Post #2231 all of Monticello. He was also a member of the National Rifle Association, Pheasants Forever, and the international Moose Lodge. He enjoyed racing, hunting, and fishing as well as gambling and playing cards. He especially enjoyed family gatherings and was well-known for his relish trays and shrimp platters. He cherished the many breakfasts brought to him daily by his brother, Jim. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Wednesday, May 11, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon (Wednesday), at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating. Burial will be at Buck Cemetery in Thornhope.

Memorial donations may be made to the Memorial Swinging Bridge Project.

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