Obituaries
Pamalea J. Fitchett
August 3, 1951 to July 7, 2021
WINAMAC - Pamalea Josephine “Pam” Fitchett, 69, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, July 7, at Northwest Health Porter Hospital in Valparaiso, with her daughter by her side.
She was born Aug. 3, 1951 in Medaryville, at her grandparent’s home. She was a 1969 graduate of Kouts High School. In 1980, she earned an associate’s degree from Indiana Business College in Marion. She married Rev. Carl S. Fitchett, on Aug. 23, 2008. He passed away Oct. 12, 2019.
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| Pamalea Fitchett |
She is survived by:
Josephine M. “Josi” (Terry) Allee, North Judson, Daughter
Hali Pamalea Horon, Granddaughter
Sean Merrell, Grandson
Shade Cogdill, Grandson
Andrea Merrell, Step Granddaughter
Great-Grandchildren: Adilyn Blanton, Lennon Cogdill, Emma Merrell, and Remy Barr.
John “Mike” (Claire) Horon, Brother
Gloria (Dave) Slawnikowski, Sister
Dennis Ross, Brother
Tammy Ross, Sister
Michelle Cole, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews
Ova Davis, Uncle
Preceded in death by:
Joseph Horon, Father
Alva Dean [Davis] Philpot, Mother
Robert Horon, Brother
Joseph Horon, Brother
Annette Jones, Sister
William Ross, Brother
Mrs. Fitchett retired from CVS in North Judson in 2008 where she had made her career as a pharmacy technician. She and her husband enjoyed traveling when they were able. She was a devoted Christian woman and member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Denham. Her faith led her to sobriety in 1991, and over the years she proudly sponsored others who struggled with alcohol addiction. She enjoyed spending time with her friends, especially weekly Bible study. She loved her family very much, especially spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, July 13, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 14, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Denham, with Rev. Joel Zipay officiating. Burial will be at Highland Cemetery in North Judson.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church or Alcoholics Anonymous.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Phyllis A. Lowry
February 17, 1936 to July 7, 2021
FRANCESVILLE - Phyllis A. Lowry, 85, of Reynolds, passed away Wednesday, July 7, at her home.
She was born Feb. 17, 1936 in San Pierre, to Lewis and Theresa Smallfelt Kracht. On Aug. 17, 1958, she married Kenneth F. Lowry in Medaryville. He died Aug. 21, 2000.
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| Phyllis Lowry |
She is survived by:
Karen Lowry, Reynolds, Daughter
Roger Lowry, Reynolds, Son
Ray (Vicky) Lowry, Reynolds, Son
Grandchildren: Lindsay (Joshua) Yenna, Lauren (Evan) Dimmitt, Chase (Nicole) Lowry, Jeremy (April) Campbell, and Jessica Campbell.
Great-Grandchildren: Adrianna Yenna, Cameron Campbell, Aliveah Yenna, Cadence Campbell, Easton Dimmitt, Eli Dimmitt, Jaxson Lowry, and Oaklyn Lowry.
Preceded in death by:
Nancy Lowry Daughter
Mrs. Lowry worked as a secretary at Kaiser Agricultural Chemicals and at the Co-op Elevator in Francesville. She worked in the fertilizer industry for over 50 years. She was a 1954 graduate of Medaryville High School. She was a member of the St. James-Salem Church in Francesville. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially hosting Sunday dinners for her family. She enjoyed gardening and celebrating Christmas. Each year she and her family set up Christmas lights and decorations for the community at her home.
Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m., Sunday, July 11, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. The funeral service will be at 3 p.m., Monday, July 12, at the funeral home with Rev. Judith Doll officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to St. James-Salem Church or to Mercy Ships.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Christian A. Mueller
December 14, 1977 to July 5, 2021
FRANCESVILLE - Christian Alan “Chris” Mueller, 43, of Gary (formerly of Francesville), passed away Monday, July 5.
He was born Dec. 14, 1977 to Alan Charles and Rebecca Ann Lewis Mueller. He graduated from West Central High School in 1996.
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| Christian Mueller |
He is survived by:
Daylan Mueller, Son
Madison Mueller, Daughter
Cameron Mueller, Son
Alan Charles Mueller, Father
Darin Mueller, Brother
Kim (Sam) Stotler, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Rebecca Ann [Lewis] Mueller, Mother
Mr. Mueller was employed as a plumber in Gary. He was an avid reader and enjoyed fishing, gardening, cooking, as well as putting together models.
A celebration of life event will run from 1 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, July 24, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Jane Wieringa
February 15, 1956 to July 4, 2021
WINAMAC - Jane Wieringa, 65, of Knox, passed away Sunday, July 4, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka.
She was born Feb. 15, 1956 in South Bend to Robert and Velma Jean Bair Jenkins. She grew up on the southside of South Bend. She loved her family very much and will be deeply missed.
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| Jane Wieringa |
She is survived by:
Scott (Vicky) Wieringa, Son
Bradley Wieringa, Son
Steven (Sheila) Wieringa, Son
Grandchildren: Kelsy Wieringa, Matthew Wieringa, Troy Wieringa, Haley Wieringa, Baylee Wieringa, and Paislee Wieringa.
Great-Grandchildren Crisma and Karter
Velma Jean Bair Jenkins, Mother
Susan Bowron, Sister
Jeff (Cathy) Wallen, Nephew
Mark Bowron, Nephew
Rachel, Great-Niece
Andrew, Great-Nephew
Preceded in death by:
Robert Jenkins, Father
Larry Wieringa, Former Spouse
Tom Enriguez, Partner
A private family graveside service and burial will be held at Reed Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Bozica 'Liz' Lindstrom
July 22, 1941 to June 30, 2021
MEDARYVILLE - Bozica “Liz” Lindstrom, 79, of Medaryville, passed away Monday, June 30, at her home.
She was born July 22, 1941 in Bačina, Varvarin, Serbia (formerly Yugoslavia). In 1956, she emigrated to Chicago. On May 11, 1973, she married Harry H. Lindstrom Jr., in Wheaton, IL. He survives.
 She is also survived by:
Diana (Bruce) Rebechini, Daughter
Cynthia Calhoun, Daughter
Dale (Donna) Lindstrom, Son
Joseph Lindstrom, Son
Frank (Pamela) Fischer, Son
Carol (Richard) Kellem, Daughter
Grandchildren: Julie Cameron, Laurie (Ben) Cameron Pearson, Joshua Patrick, Christopher Lindstrom, Mickenzie Lindstrom, Jennifer (Aaron) Trujillo, Jessica (Charles) Rodriguez, Kila (John) Lindstrom Baldenweck, Michelle (James) Szczepanksi, Braden Fischer, Kendl (Angelique) Fischer, Shye Fischer, Alex Fischer, Ryan Fischer, and Clayton Kellem.
Numerous Great-Grandchildren
Slavka, Half-Sister
Jelina Dekić, Sister-in-law
Robert (Lisa) Nolan, Nephew
Gordana Cupal, Niece
Preceded in death by:
Branislav Djekić, Father
Radmila Djekić, Mother
Olga Djekić, Step-Mother
Todd Fischer, Son
Matthew Lindstrom, Infant Grandson
Michael Fischer, Infant Grandson
Zarko Djekić, Brother
Mrs. Lindstrom was a proud homemaker. She always raised a beautiful vegetable garden. She enjoyed canning and cooking. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a devoted caregiver to her in-laws, provider for her family, and gracious neighbor. She and her husband enjoyed 48 years of life together, especially traveling after his retirement in 1999.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, July 5, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home, with Rev. Jeff Seger officiating. Burial will be at San Pierre Cemetery in San Pierre.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Sharon L. Sanders
December 10, 1947 to June 25, 2021
WINAMAC - Sharon Lee “Sherry” Sanders, 73, of Winamac, passed away Friday, June 25, at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.
She was born Dec. 10, 1947 in Oak Park, IL to the late John and Beverly Judae Lenert. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy. She married Thomas J. Sanders on Sept. 7, 1968 in Naperville, IL. He survives.
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| Sherry Sanders |
She is also survived by:
Nonie (Willie) Parish, Winamac, Daughter
Brian (Heather) Sanders, Monticello, Son
Allan Sanders, Winamac, Son
Laura (Joe) Fischer, Winamac, Daughter
Grandchildren: Kayla Fox, Morgan Parish, Christopher Parish, Jared Parish, Taylor Sanders, Kailey Sanders, Hailey Sanders, Jacob Sanders, Joshua Sanders, Aiden Fischer, and Weston Fischer
3 Great-Grandchildren: Wyatt, Hudson, and Leia
Barbara (Gary) Czyz, Sister
Jackie Lenert, Sister
John Lenert, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Albert and Eleanore McMahon Sanders, In-laws
Tyler Fox, Grandson-in-law
Nora Mills, Sister-in-law
Laura Lenert, Sister-in-law
Mrs. Sanders was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was also the friendly-faced license branch manager at the Winamac BMV. She was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac where she formerly taught CCD and worked in the office. Her greatest wish was for her children and grandchildren to always remember how much she loved them and know that she will always be with them.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Joseph J. Slomka
February 25, 1941 to June 25, 2021
WINAMAC - Joseph J. Slomka, 80, of Knox, passed away Friday, June 25, at his home.
He was born Feb. 25, 1941 in Chicago, to the late Frank and Agnes Burness Slomka. He graduated from high school in Chicago. He married Twila Hoover on Aug. 15, 1998 in Knox. She survives.
He is also survived by:
Sheri Slomka, Daughter
James Slomka, Son
John Slomka, Son
Anthony Slomka, Son
Troy Slomka, Son
Danielle (Dylan) Johnson, Daughter
Many Grandchildren
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Joey Slomka, Son
Scott Slomka, Son
Estelle Stulga, Sister
Frank Slomka, Brother
Edward Slomka, Brother
Clara Salazar, Sister
Carol Bajer, Sister
Mr. Slomka was a hard worker. He worked in the mills, in construction, and as a hay farmer. He enjoyed a good cup of coffee and a smoke. He liked riding horses, as well as shooting, hunting, and fishing. Most of all, he loved his family very much. He will be dearly missed.
A private graveside service will be held at Winamac Cemetery in Winamac. Private entombment will be at the cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
Online tributes may be made online at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
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