Obituaries
Donald L. Markin
December 10, 1935 to May 7, 2021
FRANCESVILLE - Donald L. “Don” Markin, 85, of Buffalo, passed away Friday, May 7, in Cincinnati, surrounded by his family. He had been living in Cincinnati due to health concerns.
He was born Dec. 10, 1935, on the family farm in Buffalo to the late Orvel R. and Edna C. Dart Markin. He was a 1954 graduate of Pulaski High School and served in the U.S. Army for three years. He married Carolyn Jo Hoover on May 8, 1955 in Winamac. She passed away on Feb. 22, 2010.
Survivors include:
Michelle “Chelle” Gutwein, Cincinnati, Daughter
Rhonda Markin Milner, Knox, Daughter-in-law
Philippa (Alex) Wood, New Zealand, Exchange Student Daughter
Ryan Markin, Knox, Grandson
Travis (Bridget) Markin, Knox, Grandson
Elijah Gutwein, Cincinnati, Grandson
Cassie (Phillip) Brown, Cincinnati, Granddaughter
5 Great-Grandchildren: Kaylee, Jadyn, McKenzie, Zachary, and Megan
1 Great-Great-Granddaughter: Addie
Mary Hoover Ingram, Francesville, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Michael Markin, Son
Roger Gutwein, Son-in-law
Marvin (Carol) Markin, Brother
Barbara (John) Gorter, Sister
Mr. Markin spent his career managing the grain elevator in Francesville, retiring in 2000. He was a longtime member (44 years) and former chief of the Francesville Volunteer Fire Department. He was also a member of the Francesville First Christian Church. He enjoyed volunteering at the Humanitarian Distribution Center in Francesville. Most of all, he loved his family, friends, community, and the family farm.
Visitation will be from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 12, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. A recording of the service will be shared on the funeral home website. Private burial with military honors provided by the American Legion will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to Francesville First Christian Church, Humanitarian Distribution Center, or Francesville Volunteer Fire Department.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Angela E. Querry Neidlinger
October 7, 1975 to May 5, 2021
FRANCESVILLE - Angela “Angie” Elaine Querry Neidlinger, 45, of Culver, passed away Wednesday, May 5, at St. Joseph Health Hospital in Plymouth, after a brave battle with COVID-19.
She was born Oct. 7, 1975 in Tulsa, OK. She graduated from Oklahoma Christian High School in 1993, and earned associate’s degrees from Oklahoma State University (sign language interpreting) and Francis Tuttle VoTech (respiratory therapy). On Dec. 20, 2003, she married Casey Brandon Neidlinger in LaPorte. He survives.
She is also survived by:
Elijah David Neidlinger, Culver, Son
Roger Alan and Patricia A. Wright Querry, Francesville, Parents
Jason Trevor (Rebecca) Querry, Springfield, MO, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins
Julie (Bob) Stone, Somerset, KY Mother-in-law
Mrs. Neidlinger worked as a respiratory therapist at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis for several years. She was a dedicated Christian woman who loved the Lord with all of her heart, soul, and mind. She was a member of the Church of the Heartland in Plymouth. She loved animals, especially Dachshunds and ducks. Most of all she loved her family, especially her son, Elijah. She will always be remembered for her outgoing personality, positive attitude, and sense of humor. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, May 14, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 15 at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville, with Pastor Hiatt officiating. Burial will follow.
Memorial donations may be made to the Church of the Heartland.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
William R. Hedger
September 28, 1955 to May 5, 2021
WINAMAC - William R. “Billy” Hedger, 65, of Winamac, passed away at 10:45 p.m., Wednesday, May 5, at Howard Community Hospital in Kokomo.
He was born Sept. 28, 1955 in Winamac to the late Donald Little and Mary Marie Darby Hedger. He graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1975 and enjoyed being part of the Boy Scouts. On June 11, 1976, he married Kathie Short. She survives.
Survivors also include:
Bridgette (Jonathan) Wyma, Winamac, Daughter
Donald Hedger, Winamac, Son
Aaron Hoover, Winamac, Grandson
Kathryn Wyma, Winamac, Granddaughter
DJ Hedger, California, Grandson
Payton Wyma, Winamac, Granddaughter
Haley Hedger, Texas, Granddaughter
Savannah Hedger, Knox, Granddaughter
2 Great-Grandchildren: Scarlett and Alex
Jerry W. (Nita) Hedger, Winamac, Brother
Marsha L. Glassburn, Plymouth, Sister
Phillip Mangus, Florida, Brother-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Louise E. Mangus, Sister
Thomas E. Hedger, Infant Brother
Deborah A. Hedger, Infant Sister
Mr. Hedger retired from Galbreath Inc. in 2010. He was a true outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, and tinkering around in the garage. He loved his family very much, especially spending time with his grandchildren. He will be sadly missed.
No services will be held.
Memorial donations may be made to Winamac Boy Scout Troop 229 or Food Pantry at Pulaski County Human Services.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Roseann Ols
September 15, 1935 to May 6, 2021
WINAMAC - Roseann “Rosie” Ols, 85, of Winamac, passed away Thursday, May 6, at her home.
She was born Sept. 15, 1935 in Winamac to the late Charles and Margaret Gerner Hein. She graduated from Winamac High School. On Nov. 8, 1954, she married Chris E. Ols in Michigan City. He passed away July 24, 2007.
She is survived by:
Margaret A. (Michael) Reid, Star City, Daughter
Chris A. (Lee) Ols, Greentown, Son
Tonia (Jeremy Wegner) Reid, Granddaughter
Erin (Chris Lease) Reid, Granddaughter
Beth (Dave Fellers) Reid, Granddaughter
Christopher Ols, Grandson
Joshua Ols, Grandson
Violet Ols, Granddaughter
4 Great-Grandchildren: Gabriel, Penelope, Celia, and Charlie
Jean Becker, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Dorothy O’Donnell, Sister
Ruth Dawson, Sister
Mildred Marquand, Sister
Bill Hein, Brother
Mary Fritz, Sister
Chuck Hein, Brother
Mrs. Ols retired from Eaton Controls in Winamac. She was a lifelong member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac and was an active member of the Christian Mothers and Ladies of Charity. She was also a member of Winamac Eagles #2580. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting as well as traveling (with her grandchildren). More than anything she loved her family very much and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 11, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The rosary will be recited at 6 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home, followed by Christian Mothers and Ladies of Charity services. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 12, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac, with Rev. Andrew DeKeyser officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Ruth Taylor
November 6, 1926 to May 4, 2021
WINAMAC - Ruth Taylor, 94, of Rossville (formerly of Winamac), passed away Tuesday, May 4, at her home.
She was born Nov. 6, 1926 in Winamac to the late Perry V. and Ethel Agnew Troutman. She graduated from Kewanna High School. On June 9, 1944, she married Alfred N. “Al” Taylor at the Kewanna Church of Christ. He passed away Nov. 11, 2009.
She is survived by:
Keith E. Taylor, Rossville, Son
Shawna (Randall) Squirek, Attica, Granddaughter
Kyle (Jessica) Taylor, Lafayette, Grandson
Lindsay Taylor, Camden, Granddaughter
6 Great-Grandchildren: Ashton, Mackenzie, Ariah, Arianna, Jackson, and Brooklyn
Lois Hansen, Sister
Charles “Chuck” Troutman, Brother
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Ivan Troutman, Brother
Doris Miller, Sister
Mrs. Taylor spent her life helping her husband on the farm and working at First Union Bank and Trust in Winamac. She was a longtime member of the First Christian Church in Winamac where she enjoyed singing in the choir and teaching Sunday school. She enjoyed spending time with her son and his family. She especially enjoyed making crafts and traveling with them. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
The family will gather from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, May 13, for a celebration of life at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Private burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to First Christian Church in Winamac.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Everett E. Kopka
August 28, 1935 to May 1, 2021
WHEATFIELD - Everett E. Kopka, 85, of Winamac, passed away May 1.
He was born Aug. 28, 1935, in Jefferson Township, to the late Milo and Mary Krohn Kopka. He married Reba Tanner on May 19, 1956 at the Medaryville Christian Church. She survives.
Also surviving are children Cheryl (Steve) Walden, Cathy Deford, Steve (Alice) Kopka; 7 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by sister Emma Johns; brothers William, Henry, Fred, Kenneth, Milo Jr. and Ernest Kopka; infant siblings Carl, Charles and Lena; and son-in-law Kevin Deford.
Mr. Kopka was a truck driver/mechanic, and was self-employed. He drove for Diamond Trucking. He attended Medaryville Christian Church where he served as an elder and Sunday School superintendent. He loved his church. He was a member of the Teamsters No. 364.
Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4 to 8 p.m. (ET) Friday, May 7, at the Medaryville Christian Church. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., (ET), Saturday, May 8, at the church, with Pastor David Broad officiating. Interment will follow at Idle Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested for the Medaryville Christian Church or Riley’s Children’s Hospital.
Boersma Funeral Home in Wheatfield has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Kevin D. Gayheart
April 11, 1981 to May 4, 2021
KNOX - Kevin D. Gayheart, 40, of Winamac, passed away Tuesday, May 4, as the result of truck accident in Winamac.
He was born April 11, 1981 in Winamac.
He is survived by his parents, Keith and Debra Gayheart of Winamac; his children, Kaden Gayheart of Winamac, Trissa Gale Gayheart of South Bend, Ryker Gayheart of Warsaw and Athena Gayheart of Warsaw; and his brother, Michael Keith Gayheart of Denham.
Mr. Gayheart loved being a dad and spending time with his kids. He was also an avid outdoorsman who loved mushroom hunting and fishing.
The funeral service will be at 12 noon (CT) Friday, May 7, with visitation two hours prior to the service, at M.C. Smith Funeral Home in Knox. Burial will follow at the Denham Cemetery.
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