Obituaries

William H. Case

August 3, 1955 to January 24, 2020

WINAMAC - William Howard “Bill” Case, 64, of New Buffalo, MI, passed away at 4:24 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24, at the home of his sister in Winamac.

He was born Aug. 3, 1955 in Michigan City, to the late Willard Duane and Carolyn B. Specha Case.

He is survived by:
Willard Neal Case, Knox, Brother
Richard Allen ( Edna) Case, Arlington, WA, Brother
Barbara A. (Jerry) Crosby, Winamac, Sister
Several nieces and nephews

Mr. Case worked as a carpenter most of his life. He enjoyed woodworking. He made lawn furniture, picnic tables and picture frames. He also made shelves and other wooden items. He enjoyed morning coffee with his friends in New Buffalo and going to flea markets. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his great niece.

A private family burial will take place at a later date.

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

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Dean A. Gudeman

August 25, 1927 to January 20, 2020

FRANCESVILLE - Dean A. Gudeman, 92, of Monticello (formerly of Medaryville), passed away at 12:20 a.m., Monday, Jan. 20, at his residence, surrounded by his family.

He was born Aug. 25, 1927 in Francesville, to the late Albert and Eliza Getz Gudeman. He graduated from Francesville High School in 1945. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War, stationed at Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, CA. On March 30, 1952, he married Helen Klopfenstein in Bremen. They were married for 67 years. She survives.

He is survived by:
Susan (Jeff) Braun, Monticello, Daughter
Gary (Doreen) Gudeman, Medaryville, Son
11 grandchildren: Andrea (Casey) McVicker, Nathan (Amy) Braun, Alyssa (Dan) Kreitl, Lindsey (Joshua) Jay, Jared (Loren) Gudeman, Lauren (Evan) Haupert, Philip Gudeman, Jonathan Gudeman, Ben Stelly, Marissa (Cameron) Smith, and Sidney Stelly.
16 Great-Grandchildren
 Judy Gudeman, Monticello, Sister
Kathleen Schrock, Tyler, TX, Sister
Jean Gudeman, Tucson, AZ, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: Albert
Steve Gudeman, Son
Karen Gudeman, Daughter
Stanley Gudeman, Brother
Bill Schrock, Brother-in-law

Mr. Gudeman was a lifelong farmer, having started his own farm after returning from the service. He farmed in the Francesville and Medaryville areas where he established a loving home for his wife and four children. He enjoyed close interaction with each of his grandchildren. He loved his Lord and Savior and was a true man of God. He faithfully attended church with his family. He enjoyed singing and sang in different men’s quartets. He also served in various roles in his church. During his lifetime, he was a former member of the Apostolic Christian Church and Milroy Bible Church. He was currently a member of the Francesville First Baptist Church. His family appreciated his Christian example.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 24, at the funeral home with Pastors Dennis Gutwein and Nathan Braun officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to Gideons International.

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

LuAnn Cohn

May 10, 1954 to January 16, 2020

KEWANNA - LuAnn Cohn, 65, of Kewanna passed away at 2:35 a.m., Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

Born May 10, 1954 in Gary, she was the daughter of the late William and Lucille Martin Long. She was a 1972 graduate of Edison High School in East Gary. On Dec. 5, 1998 she married Harold “Hal” Cohn. He survives.

Also surviving are children, Sean (Rebecca) Connors of Bloomington, William (Jamie) Connors of Hobart; step-son, Nick Cohn of Murfreesboro, Tennessee; and grandchildren, Devin Connors, Ean Connors, Abbey Connors, Tobias Connors and Keaton Connors.

Mrs. Cohn was formerly the pastor at Burton Richland Center United Methodist Church. She was a volunteer of the Walk to Emmaus, the Great Banquet retreats, Chosen Children Ministries of South Carolina and a former CASA volunteer. Her hobbies included crocheting and reading. She especially enjoyed her mission trips with Chosen Children Ministries. She was an avid prayer warrior. She was also an avid Chicago Blackhawk fan. Her greatest accomplishments were raising three boys and spending time with her grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 19, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Metzger Chapel, 123 E. Main St., Kewanna; and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Jan. 20, at Kewanna United Methodist Church with Pastor Darren Williams officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Mrs. Cohn to Chosen Children Ministries, 9420 Asheville Highway, Inman, South Carolina 29349. www.ccm.life.

Mary Ann Swayze

March 18, 1944 to January 10, 2020

WINAMAC - Mary Ann Swayze, 75, of Winamac, passed away at 5:50 p.m., Friday, Jan. 10, at Franciscan Health East Lafayette.

She was born March 18, 1944 in Joliet, IL to the late Harold and Clara Stankus Euber. On April 10, 1962 she married Kenneth E. Swayze in Winamac. He survives.

She is also survived by:
Cletha Fay (James) Swartzell, Winamac, Daughter
 Heather N. (Brandon) Downey, Winamac, Granddaughter
Dylan J. (Alexis) Swartzell, Winamac, Grandson
Matilda (Seldon) Gordon, Frankfort, IL, Sister
Kathy (Mike) Yerion, Wheatfield, Sister
John “Jack” (Gail) Euber, Tuscon, AZ, Brother
Joe (Cindy Stark) Euber, Elkhart, Brother
Dean Euber, Chicago, Brother
Dianna (Daryl) Wilder, Winamac, Sister-in-law
Lynn (Wes) Terry, Winamac, Niece
Jeff Bradshaw, Bruce Lake, Nephew
John Terry, Winamac, Great-Nephew
McKenzie Terry, Winamac, Great-Niece
Joaunpaey Davis, Winamac, Great-Niece
Cora, Great-Great-Niece

Preceded in death by:
Wayne “Mike” Guthrie, Brother
Pam Gear, Sister
Reva Lesiow, Sister

Mrs. Swayze was a homemaker. She had also worked at Winamac Steel and was the manager at the Indian Head Motel in Winamac. She enjoyed Facebook and Farmville. She was a great cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family. She also enjoyed gardening. She was a great wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed watching the Yankees and listening to Elvis.

To honor Mrs. Swayze’s wishes, no services will be scheduled.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

William Hughes

September 30, 1937 to January 9, 2020

MEDARYVILLE - William David “Bill” Hughes, 82, of Medaryville, passed away Thursday, Jan. 9, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. He died peacefully, surrounded by his family, after sustaining injuries in an automobile accident Monday.

He was born Sept. 30, 1937 in Salyersville, KY to the late Virgil and Stella Prater Hughes. He was a lifelong resident of Medaryville.

He is survived by:
Richard (Darlene) Hughes, Marion, NC, Son
Doreen (Tom) Kasten, Winamac, Daughter
Tina Boller, Monticello, Daughter
Christy Chavez, Knox, Daughter
Misty (Tom) Carey, Hamlet, Daughter
Stacey Mitchell, Angola, Daughter
11 Grandchildren
18 Great-Grandchildren
Paul (Donna) Hughes, Brother
Loretta Conrad, Sister
Jean Harris, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

 Preceded in death by:
Jim Hughes, Brother
Karma Saltsman, Sister
Joan Wolff Hughes, Former Spouse

Mr. Hughes owned and operated Hughes and Son wrecker service in Medaryville for many years. He also worked at Plymouth Tube in Winamac, and retired as a supervisor from American Oak in North Judson. He was a hard worker and always supported his family. He enjoyed fishing and scrapping. He had a good sense of humor, “Did you see that little green man?” He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, all of whom he had given a special nickname. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Monday, Jan. 13, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 6 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home with Pastor Heath Hiatt officiating. Private burial will be at White Post Cemetery in Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home.

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

Mary Catherine Becker

September 21, 1935 to December 31, 2019

ROYAL CENTER - Mary Catherine Becker, 84, of Winamac passed away at 4:50 p.m., Tuesday, Dec 31, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

Born on Sept. 21, 1935 in Pulaski County, she was the daughter of the late Wayne and Mary Catherine Neusbaum Fitz. She was a 1953 Pulaski High School graduate. On Nov. 25, 1959 she married Jack Becker. He preceded her in death on July 7, 2014.

Survivors include her daughter, Cathy Hagen of Burnettsville; son, Rex (Brenda) Becker of Winamac; brother, Wayne “Butch” (Judy) Fitz of Winamac; sister, Minnie Ledford of Francesville. She is also survived grandchildren, Nicholas (Lauren) Hagen of Mulberry, Mary (Sean) Walls of North Judson and Elizabeth Hagen of Burnettsville.

She was also preceded in death by son, Joseph Becker, brother, William Rater, sisters, Alberta Smith and Lorna DePoy, and son-in-law, Rodney Hagen.

Mrs. Becker was a lifelong homemaker and farm wife. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Pulaski. Her hobbies included quilting, gardening, taking care of her flowers and playing the organ.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 5, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center. A mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 6, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Pulaski with Father Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peters Catholic Cemetery in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.

Online condolences for the Becker family may be left at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.