Obituaries
Gerald E. Kruger
January 25, 1937 to November 22, 2019
MONON - Gerald E. Kruger, 82, of Francesville, passed away at 12:20 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, in Francesville as a result of an automobile accident.
He was born Jan. 25, 1937 in Francesville, to the late Everett Kruger and Edith Garling Kruger Tucker and was a 1954 graduate of Francesville High School. He was a lifelong resident of Francesville. His marriage of 63 years was to Carolyn Stoll. They married on July 7, 1956 at St. James United Church of Christ, Francesville. She survives.
Also surviving are a son, Jerry L. (Lorie) Kruger of Rossville; a daughter, Jana L. (Jack) Drone of Rensselaer; and a sister, Marilyn Chafey of Indianapolis. His grandchildren are Tylyn, Tate, Graham, Beck and Merrick, plus a great-granddaughter Avery.
Mr. Kruger served in the U.S. Army at Redstone Arsenal near Huntsville, Ala. for over three years. He was honorably discharged. He trained to become a carpenter after high school. He completed many projects in the area during his 50-plus-year career. He fondly remembered helping with the addition to his church and the raising of the new steeple. He was rarely without his wooden ruler and a truck full of tools. He lived on and farmed the family farm most of his life.
He served on the Carroll White REMC board of directors for over 20 years; serving as chairman for many years. He was the Trustee of Beaver Township for over 20 years. He was a lifetime member of St. James Salem United Church of Christ where he served on the board. He enjoyed riding horses with his kids, watching his grandsons play ball and following Purdue sports. Above all, he loved spending time with his family.
Friends may call from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, at St. James Salem United Church of Christ (10934 West 600 South Francesville). Interment will follow at the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made in his name to St. James Salem United Church of Christ.
Clapper Family Funeral Home of Monon is entrusted with arrangements.
Share memories and online condolences at www.clapperfuneralservices.com
Joan Bucinski Scheffer
June 13, 1943 to November 23, 2019
ROYAL CENTER - Joan Bucinski Scheffer, 76, of Star City passed away at 6:15 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, at Woodbridge Health Campus in Logansport.
She was born on June 13, 1943 in Kewanna, the daughter of the late Leo and Virginia Bucinski. She was a graduate of Winamac High School and St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Lafayette.
Survivors include her daughters, Tammy (Donny) Powers of Winamac, Patty (Brian) Scheffer of Star City, Judy (Jeremey) Rasmussen of Star City and Jo (Jim) Runk of Star City; grandchildren, Melissa Hickle, SaDonna Mayer, Tonya Kasten, Rose Criswell, Seth Barton, Bryce Rasmussen, Kallie Rasmussen, Hunter Peterson, Brennen Runk and Kaden Runk; sister, Mary (Joe) Wegner; and brother, Tom (Brenda) Bucinski. She is also survived by several great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by sister, Janice Shultz and brother, Joe Bucinski.
Mrs. Bucinski Scheffer was a registered nurse at Pulaski Memorial Hospital for many years. She was an avid Cubs fan who enjoyed bingo, reading, bowling and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
A gathering of family and friends will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 29, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, Royal Center.
Memorial donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org.
Please sign Joan’s online guestbook or leave a condolence for the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.
Robert J. Meyer
November 10, 1948 to November 23, 2019
WINAMAC - Robert J. "Bob" Meyer, 71, of Winamac, passed away Saturday, Nov. 23, at his home with his wife and family by his side. He fought a long and courageous nine-year battle with cancer.
He was born Nov. 10, 1948 in Winamac, to Ralph and Donna Hoffman Meyer. He was a 1966 graduate of Francesville High School and attended Purdue University. On April 4, 1970, he married Kathleen "Kathy" Davis in Pulaski. They shared nearly 50 years of marriage. She survives.
He is also survived by children, Phillip (Jennifer) Meyer, Andrew (Cathy) Meyer, Kristine (John) Goodman, and Abby (Chris) Daniels. He was very proud to have 11 grandchildren, Alex and Aidan Meyer; Eli, Drew, Jordan, and Luke Meyer; Claire, Madelyn, and Alice Goodman; and Violet and Nora Daniels. He is also survived by his mother, Donna Meyer St. Clair; and his brothers, Dave (Holly) Meyer and Chuck (Bonnie) Meyer.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Meyer; his brother, Thomas Meyer; and infant grandchildren, Jacob and Sarah Meyer and Brady Meyer.
Mr. Meyer was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church in Winamac. A farmer at heart, he raised hogs and crops for much of his life. He also became heavily involved in real estate properties near the Purdue campus when his four children began to attend Purdue. In 2006, he and his wife bought land in Eastern Montana. He enjoyed spending time on his property in Jordan, MT. He was very proud to say that all of his children graduated from Purdue and all are successful in their careers. He was an avid Purdue basketball fan and loved going to Mackey Arena to watch the team practice, often having conversations with coaches Gene Keady and Matt Painter. He was a hard-working man and never knew how to quit. Having cancer didn't change that.
All are welcome to attend a scriptural wake service at 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Visitation will follow from 3 to 7 p.m., Sunday, at the funeral home. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 2, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Private Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery West in Pulaski.
Memorial donations may be made to Purdue University Center for Cancer Research online at www.purdue.edu/cancer-research or envelopes will be provided at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Violet L. Smith
July 9, 1921 to November 24, 2019
WINAMAC - Violet L. Smith, 98, of Winamac, passed away at 9:10 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.
She was born July 9, 1921, on the family farm east of Lawton to the late Luey W. and Frances E. "Fannie" Diffendal Smith. She graduated from Monterey High School with the class of 1938, and completed coursework at Moody Bible College some years later.
She is survived by:
Harold L. Smith, Nephew
Wayne E. (Marlene) Smith, Nephew
Richard W. (Pauline) Smith, Nephew
Michael E. Smith, Nephew
Many Great-, Great-Great and Great-Great-Great-Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death:
Nellie (Howard) Rock, Sister
Bertha M. (William F.) Baker, Sister
Harvey Leroy (Lillian May) Smith, Brother
Walter L. (Virginia E.) Smith, Brother
Martin Smith, Infant Brother
1 Infant Sister
Frances Ellen May Doty, Niece
Sue Ann Link, Niece
Cindy Kay Smith, Infant Niece
Everett L. Smith, Nephew
Maurice G. Rock, Nephew
William R. Baker, Nephew
Ralph W. Baker, Nephew
Louis R. Baker, Nephew
Kenneth L. Smith, Nephew
Herbert Glen "Herbie" Smith, Infant Nephew
Ms. Smith was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Winamac where she had taught Sunday school class. She was an avid supporter of Child Evangelism Fellowship, leading Good News Clubs from 1956 to 1972. She was a devoted Christian and faithfully served the Lord. She was a member of the Pulaski County Genealogical Society. She was a writer and contributor for the book they published, "People of Pulaski County.” She enjoyed honoring our forefathers and her family. She loved reading, gardening and flowers. She especially enjoyed fellowship with family and friends. "Aunt Violet" will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov.26, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 27, at the funeral home with Pastor Carl Lendermon officiating. Burial will be at Reed Cemetery in Winamac.
Memorial donations may be made to Slavic Baptist Mission, Inc. 4304 W. Petty Road Muncie, IN 47304.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Marjean M. Wuethrich
April 24, 1928 to November 20, 2019
FRANCESVILLE - Marjean Mae Wuethrich, 91, of Fishers (formerly of Sun City, NV) passed away peacefully at 12:34 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20, at Woodland Terrace in Carmel.
She was born April 24, 1928 in Francesville to the late Joseph and Huldah Getz Gudeman. On Oct. 5, 1946, she married Willis Wuethrich, sharing almost 71 years of marriage together.
Survivors include:
Sonja (Dan) Ullery, Daughter
Elaine (Ben) Williams, Daughter
Melody Gutwein Braun, Daughter
Willa (Jack) Odle, Daughter
7 Grandchildren
13 Great-Grandchildren
Natalie Gudeman, Sister
LeRoy (Kay) Gudeman, Brother
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Dr. Michael Gutwein, Son-in-law
Ralph W. Braun, Son-in-law
Joseph W. Hanna, Son-in-law
Marion (Bertha) Gudeman, Brother
Mrs. Wuethrich was the youngest of four and raised on the family farm. She was a caring daughter, loving wife, beloved mom and grandma, loyal friend, creative homemaker and beautiful seamstress. After marriage, she and her husband continued the family farming tradition, working as a team for almost 50 years. They were also instrumental in starting the First Baptist Church in Francesville, where she taught Sunday school and was a youth leader. As a young married woman, she was highly active in Home Economics social activities, West Central Music Boosters and the Baptist Ladies Missionary Guild. She was a devoted prayer warrior for the people she loved. Her smile and caring way will be remembered by many. To God be the glory!
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 24, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Nov. 25, at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.
Memorial donations may be made to CureSMA (an organization dedicated to finding a cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy) or American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.
Elma L. Brewer
March 25, 1931 to October 29, 2019
KNOX - Elma Lou Brewer, 88, of Winamac (formerly of San Pierre), passed away Tuesday, Oct. 29, in Winamac, surrounded by her family who kept a loving vigil for the past several weeks.
She was born March 25, 1931 in Salyersville, Ky., the daughter of the late RB and Betty Stevens Hale.
Surviving are sons Lloyd (Kathy) Brewer of Westville, John (Denise) Brewer of Morton, Ill., and Chris (Terri) Brewer of Plymouth; daughter, Tina Barnett of Winamac; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Don (Jackie) Hale of Winamac, Arnold Hale of Springfield, Mo.; and sister, Faye Back of Winamac.
She was preceded in death by brothers James, Billie, RB, Myrl and John Hale, and sister Mary Calbrese.
Mrs. Brewer enjoyed gardening and her flowers. She never missed a John Wayne movie and was even know to stay up to the early morning watching his movies. She enjoyed her country music, especially Conway Twitty. Her greatest passion, beside her salt-and-pepper collecting, was her family. She loved to read books to her grandchildren and spend time with her family. She worked as a cook, before her retirement, for Little Company of Mary and Pulaski Health Care Center.
Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (CT), Friday, Nov. 1, at the at the Braman & Son Memorial Chapel, Knox. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., Friday, at the memorial chapel, with Rev. Eddie Trusty officiating. Interment will follow at the Highland Cemetery, North Judson.
Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
Nancy C. Stone
April 3, 1940 to October 25, 2019
KNOX - Nancy Catherine Stone, 79, of Indianapolis (formerly of Monterey), passed away Friday, Oct. 25, at Brownsburg Memorial, Indianapolis.
She was born Wednesday, April 3, 1940 in LaPorte, at Holy Family Hospital, and was adopted by the late Lawrence "Curley" and Pauline Tanner Hall. She married Stephen Stone on June 7, 1959 in Knox. He preceded her on Dec. 15, 2011.
Survivors include sons, Richard (Cheryl) Stone of Medaryville, and Stephen (Deana) Stone of Indianapolis; Daughter, Shelly (Heather) Stone of Indianapolis; five grandchildren, April Stone of Indianapolis, Brandi (Ryan) Hurd of Rensselaer, Jordan Stone of Indianapolis, Tori (Noah) Wilson of Pensacola, Fla. and Caleb Stone of Indianapolis; and three great-grandchildren, Dreygon Hurd, Stephen Orion Stone and Samzon Hurd. Also surviving are four siblings, brother, Pete (Diana) Hall of Knox; and sisters, Judy (Wilgus) Puckett of Knox, Nettie (Arnold) Hale of Springfield, Mo., and Ginger Turney of Monterey.
She was preceded in death by her brother Larry Hall.
Mrs. Stone loved her family very much and was a great homemaker. She loved to cook and bake. She also was very active in her church as a Sunday School teacher, and in the choir as she loved to sing, and she was just a great helper where needed. She will be missed by many.
Friends will be received 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Saturday, Nov. 2, at Liberty Baptist Church in Indianapolis, with a celebration of life service following at 12 noon at the church. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m., Monday, Nov. 4, at Riverside Cemetery, Monterey. Interment will follow.
Braman & Son Memorial Chapel of Knox is in charge of arrangements.
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