Obituaries
Duane C. Earhart
February 26, 1959 to November 30, 2020
WINAMAC - Duane Carl Earhart (Duck), 61, of New Richmond, WI passed away at 4:44 p.m., Monday, Nov. 30, at Westfields Hospital in Wisconsin.
He was born Feb. 26, 1959 in Winamac, to the late Lestel LaGene and Denise Alva Dommer Earhart. He graduated from Winamac Community High School in 1979.
He is survived by his sisters Penny (Tom) Saltsman of Winamac, and Brenda (Bob) Lanham of Gosport; brothers: Randy (Jeanne) Earhart of Valparaiso and Kerry Earhart of Indianapolis; his roommate Dennis Robinson; three nieces Shauna, Sheena and Katrina, three nephews Jeremy, Jason and Anthony; three Aunts Roselyn Budd Clark, Carolyn (Howard) Gordon and Delores Albee.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his grandparents.
Mr. Earhart was known as a hard worker. At age 16, he began working at Colonial Inn Restaurant in Winamac. He moved to Wisconsin in 1985 where he worked at TA Truck stop/restaurant. He worked at North States in Siren, Philips and 3M factories in Wisconsin. He was a laborer and became a working supervisor (line lead). He retired after working 28 years at 3M. He enjoyed going to casinos and their buffets. He loved landscaping at his home, cooking, and watching soap opera (Days of our Lives). He loved Christmas decorating and watching Hallmark Christmas movies. He was a collector of Elvis memorabilia. With his family, he enjoyed eating Pizza King (BBQ pizza) and playing cards and board games. He really enjoyed spending time with all his dogs (Max, Snowball, Gismo, Chong, Cheech). He loved to tease his sister Penny on her birthday. He was a godfather to Katrina (Earhart) Westfall. He loved his family and friends very much, especially spending time with his siblings. He will be dearly missed.
A private graveside service and burial will take place at Koster Cemetery in rural Francesville.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the donor’s favorite charity.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Richard H. Thompson Jr.
July 5, 1978 to November 30, 2020
WINAMAC - Richard Henry “Richie” Thompson Jr., 42, of North Hollywood, CA (formerly of Ora) passed away Monday, Nov. 30, at his home.
He was born July 5, 1978 in Knox, to the late Richard Henry and Mary Louise (Halicki) Thompson Sr. He graduated from Culver Community High School in 1997 and Purdue University in 2001.
He is survived by:
Cindy (Dean) Poort, Peotone, IL, Sister
Brenda (James) Broeker, Ora, Sister
Bill (Tammy) Thompson, Ora, Brother
Jay (Angie) Thompson, Ora, Brother
Cody Poort, Nephew
Scott Poort, Nephew
Megan (Lincoln) Whisman, Niece
Blake Thompson, Nephew
Sydney Thompson, Niece
Ellie Thompson, Niece
Mason Thompson, Nephew
Preceded in death by:
Michael Richard Thompson, Brother
Mr. Thompson worked for Barnes and Noble for many years. Although he has been confined to a wheelchair since he was 12 years old, he never let it keep him from achieving big things - he completed college, worked hard, and visited many parts of the country. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
A graveside service will be held at a later date, followed by burial at Alexander Heinemann Memorial Cemetery in Ora.
Memorial donations may be made to IU Health Riley Hospital for Children or Shriner’s Hospital for Children.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Kathryn M. Winters Wikert
September 29, 1941 to November 30, 2020
WINAMAC - Kathryn Margaret Winters Wikert, 79, of White Plains, Md., passed away at 8:50 p.m., Monday, Nov. 30, at Georgetown Hospital after complications with lung disease/pneumonia.
She was born Sept. 29, 1941 to Owen William and Geraldine Arlie Hatfield Winters in Monterey. After graduating from Monterey High School in 1959, she was recruited by the federal government for a civil service position working for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and moved to the Washington, D.C. area in 1960.
After marrying in 1962, she moved to White Plains, Md. in 1968 where she remained and raised her two children.
She is survived by her brother James (Bertha) Winters; sister Shirley (Mont) Hoover; brother Dick (Sue) Winters; sister-in-law Jerry Winters; son William “Bill” Wikert; daughter Brenda (Chris) Howard; and her four grandchildren, Julia Howard, Camryn Howard, Amanda Wikert, and Connor Wikert.
She was predeceased by her parents and brothers, Jack and Wayne Winters.
Mrs. Wikert was a great supporter of her children playing in recreational and high school sports. She never missed a game and was known by many for her enthusiastic cheering in the stands, whether it was football, softball, or baseball. She coached many years for her daughter’s softball team and umpired for Southern Maryland Youth Organization (SMYO) in the 70s/80s. She also played softball several years in the local Southern Maryland Women’s league; enjoyed playing Bingo and Rummikub with her friends; has been an avid bowler from the early days playing duckpin at Curly’s and bowling on many leagues at AMF Waldorf Lanes. As of last year she had been bowling on two teams: Waldorf Wonders and Tuesday Morning Mix. She was known for her lively conversations, strong opinions, many laughs, and would strike up a conversation with anyone during her outings around town.
During those early years she took a break from working with the federal government to stay home with her children and eventually, after working locally several years, she went back to work at the FBI. After retiring from the FBI as a paralegal specialist/training instructor in January 2003, she dedicated her life to her four grandchildren and taking many trips with friends. As with her children’s sports, she was able to be her grandchildren’s spirited cheerleader at their games for baseball, softball, lacrosse, cheerleading competitions, and field hockey. She loved being outside and maintaining her yard. Even this past summer, after battling lung cancer, she was back out mowing the lawn, and working in her vegetable garden. She was proud of her beautiful peony, lilac and forsythia bushes that bloomed every year.
A private family service will be held at Raymond Funeral, La Plata, MD.
Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 18, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home. Mrs. Wikert will be laid to rest with her siblings at Star City West Cemetery, Star City.
Memorial donations may be made in Kathy’s name to Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, 3800 Reservoir Road, NW, Washington D.C. 20057, Phone: (202) 444-4000 or to a local charity of donor’s choice.
Online condolences and memories may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Ruth F. Budd
October 12, 1929 to December 4, 2020
WINAMAC - Ruth Fay Budd, 91, of Greencroft in Goshen, (a life-long resident of Pulaski County) passed away peacefully in her sleep Friday, Dec. 4.
She was born Oct. 12, 1929 in Winamac, to the late Joseph and Fay Agnew Smith. She graduated from Winamac High School in 1948. On March 31, 1957, she married Harold W. Budd. He passed away May 24, 2018.
She is survived by:
Susan E. Budd, Ft. Wayne, Daughter
Linda K. (Bruce) Wells, Nappanee, Daughter
Laura F. Horning, Goshen, Daughter
David W. (Karen) Budd, Winamac, Son
15 Grandchildren
15 Great-Grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Elaine Ellis, Sister
Loraine Egleston, Sister
Emmett Smith, Brother
Roger Smith, Brother
Mrs. Budd worked alongside her husband at Budd Insurance Agency in Winamac for many years. She was an active member of the Pulaski Presbyterian Church for many years. Later in life, she returned to the Winamac First United Methodist Church, where she had attended as a youth. As a member of the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, she was a volunteer Pink Lady and assisted with the home installation of Life Line devices. She was also a volunteer for the Red Cross blood drives. She was a 4-H Leader for the Indian Creek Busy Bees and a member of the Happy Homemakers Home-Ec Club and Pulaski County Extension Chords. She also sang in a women’s barbershop group known as Silver Tones. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 12, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. A private funeral service will be held at the funeral home with Bruce Wells officiating. Private Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Heifer International or the Memorial Swinging Bridge Project.
Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Carrie L. Shidler
July 18, 1986 to December 1, 2020
WINAMAC - Carrie Lynne Shidler, 34, of Lafayette, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 1.
She was born July 18, 1986 in Winamac. She attended Winamac Community High School.
She is survived by:
Aaron Scott Sommer, Son
Jonathan Talbert Campbell, Son
Jennifer Nicole Pogue-Shidler, Daughter
Sara Marie Frinkel, Sister
Tabitha Jo Mulcare, Sister
Nathan Mulcare, Nephew
Saxon Nuss, Nephew
Chloe Frinkel, Niece
Bosiefuss Frinkel, Nephew
Paul Frinkel, Nephew
Merrilyn Glen Johnson, Biological Father
Preceded in death by:
Hazel Campbell, Infant Daughter
Presais Campbell, Infant Daughter
Paul Joseph and Cheryl Lynne Shidler Mulcare, Parents
Larry “Bean” and Geneva Hines Shidler, Maternal Grandparents
Ms. Shidler was a very hard worker, with an outgoing personality, and in her free time she enjoyed camping and fishing. She was a loyal friend to many. The world has lost a beautiful soul that was full of life. Carrie will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m., Monday, Dec. 7, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 6 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Wava Banks Arnett Davis
June 14, 1922 to December 1, 2020
FRANCESVILLE - Wava Banks Arnett Davis, 98, of Francesville (formerly of rural Jasper County), passed away peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 1, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville.
She was born June 14, 1922 in Boardtree, KY to the late Ad and Ada Arnett Banks. On Dec. 30, 1967, she married Kile R. Davis in Knox. He passed away July 25, 2003.
She is survived by:
Madge (Bob) Gutwein, Francesville, Daughter
Helen Faye (Allyn) Onken, Francesville, Daughter
Marvin (Lola) Arnett, Wheatfield, Son
Freeda Arnett, Medaryville, Daughter-in-law
Orben Ritchie, Rensselaer, Son-in-law
10 Grandchildren: Donald, Marsha, Pam, Duane, Gary, Omar, Jeffrey, Chad, Jared, and Brandon.
21 Great-Grandchildren
20 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Eva Howard, Salyersville, KY, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Vernice “Tom” Arnett, Son
Elsie Ritchie, Daughter
Craig Allen, Grandson
Miles Allen, Infant Great-Great-Grandson
Goldie Bailey, Sister
Prentis Banks, Brother
Judith Howard, Sister
Betty McCarty, Sister
Dona Banks, Brother
Mrs. Davis and her family moved to Rensselaer in 1947 from Salyersville, KY. She worked at Wm. Gehring Farms in Jasper County, Kingsbury Ordinance Plant in Kingsbury, Little Company of Mary Hospital in San Pierre, and retired from Schumacher Coil Factory in Rensselaer. She was a loving mother who put her children first, having raised five children on her own. She loved cooking for her family and friends every Sunday after church. She enjoyed reading, gardening, and canning. She loved her family very much, especially her many grandchildren. She will be dearly missed. She was a founding and lifetime member of Teaberry Hill Estates Church in Medaryville. She was also a member of T.H.E. Ladies Club. She had resided at Parkview Haven for the past seven years. She loved all the nurses, therapists, and staff. She loved everyone and was a very kind, wise, and understanding Christian lady. She expressed her love for God to everyone she met and is now resting in the arms of Jesus, her Lord and Savior.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. All guests will need to follow COVID-19 guidance which includes wearing a mask, social distancing, and hand sanitizing. A private funeral service will be held at the funeral home with Rev. Elmer Conley officiating. private burial will be at Highland Cemetery in North Judson.
Memorial donations may be made to Teaberry Hill Estates Church or to Parkview Haven Retirement Home.
Online tributes may be made at www.frainmortuary.com.
Marjorie I. Dulin Hale Bowers
May 30, 1922 to November 29, 2020
MEDARYVILLE - Marjorie I. “Margie” Dulin Hale Bowers, 98, longtime resident of Medaryville, passed away Sunday, Nov. 29, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville.
She was born May 30, 1922 in Darlington, IN to the late Cecil and Elizabeth Loucks Dulin. On Dec. 18, 1978, she married George Bowers. He passed away Sept. 3, 1993.
She is survived by:
James C. (Darlene) Biddle, North Judson, Son
Phillip W. (Gayle) Myers, Murphy, NC, Son
Stephen R. (Gloria) Hale, West Harrison, IN, Son
Reeda D. (Michael) McBride, Winamac, Daughter
8 Grandchildren: Deenna, Jeremy, Jason, Elizabeth, Amber, Sean, Ian, and Connor.
22 Great-Grandchildren
2 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Nellie Howard, Francesville, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
3 Grandchildren: Shauna, Jeffrey, and Emily
1 Great-Grandson: Cameron
1 Great-Great-Grandson: Fenix
Julia Brumbarger, Sister
Betty Burtner, Sister
Harlan Dulin, Brother
Sid Dulin, Brother
Merle Dulin, Brother
Earl Dulin, Brother
Evelyn Dulin, Sister
Cecil Dulin, Brother
Mrs. Bowers worked as a waitress at Proctor’s Restaurant in Lebanon, IN for many years. She retired from Eastmoor Garment Factory in Michigan City, after 27½ years. She was an active member of the Medaryville community. She attended the Medaryville Assembly of God Church. She was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary and longtime member of the Medaryville American Legion Auxiliary Post #96. She was a precinct poll worker for many years. She enjoyed dancing, cooking (one of the best), traveling, and playing BINGO. She was famous for telling it like it was. Most of all, she loved her family very much.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville. All guests will need to follow COVID-19 guidance which includes wearing a mask, social distancing, and hand sanitizing. A private graveside service will be held at Green Lawn Cemetery in Frankfort, with Pastor Tom Dewlen officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery in Frankfort.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online tributes may be made at www.frainmortuary.com.
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