Obituaries

Randall W. Park

January 13, 1954 to September 8, 2019

WINAMAC - Randall W. "Randy" Park, 65, of Winamac (formerly of Colorado Springs, CO), died Sunday, Sept. 8, at his daughter's home in Winamac, after a short battle with cancer. He passed away surrounded by family and friends who loved him very much.

He was born Jan. 13, 1954 in Pueblo, CO to the late Harry and Viola Hastings Park. In 1972, he graduated from Manitou High School in Manitou Springs, CO. He earned two associate's degrees from Pikes Peak Community College in Colorado Springs. On Dec. 23, 1983, he married Jean Hines in Muscatine, IA. She survives. They raised two children in Colorado Springs before moving to Winamac in 2018.

Survivors include:
Hillary (Nick) Kough, Winamac, Daughter
Jonathan (Tamara) Park, Colorado Springs, CO, Son
6 Grandchildren: Maddison, Mackenzie, Keagan, Finley, Izabella and Gwendolyn
Gene Park, Colorado Springs, CO, Brother
Margie (Dan) Gray, Muscatine, IA, Sister-in-law
John Hines, Muscatine, IA, Brother-in-law
Marcia (John) Jenkins, Muscatine, IA, Sister-in-law
Susan (Mike) Manjoine, Muscatine, IA, Sister-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
He is also survived by Kimra Swain, whom he loved like a daughter, and a godson, Joshua Silva.

Preceded in death by:
Ronald "Ronnie" Katz, Brother
Linda Park, Sister
Debra "Debbie" Park, Sister-in-law
Kathryn Hines, Sister-in-law
Robert Hines, Father-in-law
Laura Trout Hines, Mother-in-law

Mr. Park was a hard worker and made his career as a calibration/quality technician in numerous manufacturing fields. He had also worked on the Cog Railroad on Pike's Peak. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fly fishing, as well as tying his own flies. He also enjoyed hiking and camping. In his younger years, he would hike the Manitou Incline to Bar Camp on Pike's Peak every New Year's Eve with his best friends. Having worked for the railroad, his interest in trains continued throughout his life as a model train enthusiast and as a passenger on trains all over Colorado. He was a loving and devoted father and papa. He was active in the Catholic Diocese of Colorado Springs for many years and joined St. Peter's Catholic Church after moving to Winamac. His faith was paramount in his life, and he was known as a man of God. Well done good and faithful servant.

A memorial mass in Indiana, as well as a memorial mass and burial in Colorado will take place at a later date.

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

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

M. Devon Kruger

November 17, 1926 to September 10, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Melvin Devon Kruger, 92, of Francesville, passed away Tuesday afternoon, Sept 10, at his home with his wife, Phyllis, by his side.

He was born Nov. 17, 1926 in Francesville to the late Melvin and Sylvia Edna Timmons Kruger. After graduating from Francesville High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was an M1 sharpshooter and expert 30 cal. light machine gunman. He was stationed in Austria at Tulln Air Base where he was Sergeant of the Guard, guarding German SS prisoners. He was later stationed in Vienna before receiving an honorable discharge. He was a life member of the Winamac VFW Post #1728 and the American Legion. He married Louise Shepherd on Sept. 17, 1949 in Buffalo, IN. She preceded him in death on April 15, 2003. On Feb. 17, 2005, he married Phyllis Wigner Goble in Key West, FL. She survives.

He is also survived by:
Andy (Julie) Kruger, Yorktown, Grandson
Christy Kruger, Crown Point, Granddaughter
Jordan Kolish, Winamac, Great-Grandson
Clay Kruger, Yorktown, Great-Grandson
Tanner Kruger, Yorktown, Great-Grandson
Mallory Kruger, Yorktown, Great-Granddaughter
Hadley Kruger, Yorktown, Great-Granddaughter
Barbara Tillett, Fishers, Sister
Betty Kruger, Francesville, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews
Cherie Goble, Lafayette, Step-Daughter
Michael Goble, Monterey, Step-Son
Mary Heal, Bass Lake, Step-Daughter
Scott Goble, Step-Grandson
Stephanie (Zach) Brennan, Step-Granddaughter
Nicole (Austin) Cowley, Step-Granddaughter
Nathan Goble, Step-Grandson
Many Step-Great-Grandchildren

Preceded in death by:
Richard "Rick" Kruger, Son
Colin Kruger, Infant Brother
Carl Kruger, Brother
Steven Goble, Step-Son

Mr. Kruger was an active member of the Francesville First Christian Church where he had served as an Elder and Deacon. He was a supporter of Johnson Bible College as well as numerous missionary endeavors. He was a member of Royal Center Lodge #585 F&AM, Scottish Rite and Murat Shrine. He was a generous supporter of Shriner's Hospital for Children. He was a co-founder of Diamond Trucking in Francesville, starting with only two trucks. At the height of his career, he had more than 25 trucks that paved many of Indiana's roadways. He  enjoyed traveling, watching NASCAR and dining out. He loved the outdoors, especially bird watching, boating and mowing his lawn. He was a kind, loving and generous man who loved his family very much. He will be deeply missed.

Masonic services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 14, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. Visitation will follow from 3 to 8 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home; and from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 15, at Francesville First Christian Church, Francesville. The funeral service will follow at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, at the church with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to Francesville First Christian Church or Shriners Hospital for Children.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Veneda L. Hoesel Davis

November 21, 1926 to September 3, 1926

WINAMAC - Veneda L. Hoesel Davis, 91, of Winamac, passed away at 2:40 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 3, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

She was born Nov. 21, 1926 in Winamac to the late Marion Lewis and Bertha Veneda Hummel Galbreath. In 1945, she graduated from Star City High School, Star City.

Mrs. Davis worked many years for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (ASCS) in Winamac and retired from the U.S. Post Office in Star City. She was a member of Star City United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society. She enjoyed cooking and traveling, and was an animal lover. She was a sweet and kind lady who will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 8, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and two hours prior to services Monday. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Sept. 9, at the funeral home with Pastor Tom Richards officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Star City United Methodist Church or Pulaski Animal Center.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Chris Lee Wuethrich

March 14, 1935 to September 2, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Chris Lee Wuethrich, 84, of Francesville, passed away Monday, Sept. 2, surrounded by his family.

He was the youngest of a family of 13 children born to the late Christian and Barbara Pelsy Wuethrich on March 14, 1935 in Francesville. On Oct. 2, 1955 he married Ruth E. Stoller. She survives.

He is also survived by: 
Ken (Lyn) Wuethrich, Indianapolis, Son 
Kitty (Dennis) Gutwein, Francesville, Daughter 
Kevin (Connie) Wuethrich, Francesville, Son 
Chris (Carla) Wuethrich, Troy, IL, Son 
Kelly (Mark) Ramseyer, Livonia, MI, Daughter 
Kirby (April) Wuethrich, Zionsville, Son 
33 grandchildren: Heather (Michael) Rowe, Seth (Jenny) Wuethrich, Sean (Julie) Wuethrich, Jacob (Michelle) Gutwein, Jonathan (Jessica) Gutwein, Lydia (Jardon) Koebcke, Kara (Jason) Bohlinger, Kristy (Jason) Carlile, Kaitlyn (Jake) Podell, Levi (Kyann) Wuethrich, Meagan (Brad) Frank, Landon (Hannah) Wuethrich, Marissa Wuethrich, Cambria Wuethrich, Carrie Ramseyer, Caleb (Autumn) Ramseyer, Grace Ramseyer, Grant Ramseyer, Abigail Wuethrich, and Cale Wuethrich. 
31 great grandchildren 
Robert (Phyllis) Wuethrich, Brother 
Marjean Wuethrich, Sister-in-law
Nola Wuethrich, Sister-in-law
Marian Yoder, Sister-in-law
Marcia Stoller, Sister-in-law
Richard (Arlene) Stoller, Brother-in-law 
Many nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Theresa (Paul) Von Tobel, Sister 
Wilma (Jack) Stewart, Sister 
Velda (Lee) Overmyer, Sister 
Mildred (Eugene) Huber, Sister 
Elizabeth (John) Schambach, Sister 
Glendoris (Lester) Huber, Sister 
Genevieve (Ed) Schambach, Sister 
Willis Wuethrich, Brother 
David (Barb) Wuethrich, Brother 
Barbara Ellen Wuethrich, Sister 
Richard Wuethrich, Brother 
Lester Stoller, Brother-in-law 
Eugene Yoder, Brother-in-law 

Mr. Wuethrich attended Gillam grade school and graduated from Francesville High School in 1954. He had a great love for music, played the cornet in band and, of course, his guitar. He enjoyed being on the basketball team. After graduation he worked for Francesville Auto and then Von Tobel Lumber Yard in town before purchasing a farm west of Francesville where he and his wife raised their children.

He gave his life to the Lord in 1954 and was a member of the Apostolic Church. He was always ready to help and give whatever was needed to anyone. He didn't know a stranger. He sang and worshiped with the Gospel Heirs Sextet for many years. His love of music spread to those around him. He especially enjoyed sharing his love of music with each of his children. He was a very patient, loving, hard-working and teaching father.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 6, at the Apostolic Fellowship Center in Francesville; and one hour prior to services at the church Saturday. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville, with ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Harvest Call or Southern Care Hospice.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. 

Tamera D. Tirey

August 9, 1962 to September 1, 2019

WINAMAC - Tamera D. "Tammy" Tirey, 57, of Winamac, passed away at home on Sunday, Sept. 1, after a brief illness.

She was born Aug. 9, 1962 in Knox, to the late Francis J. and Betty J. Isler Roe. On Feb. 14, 1998, she married Dallis J. Tirey in Winamac. He survives.

She is survived by: 
Thomas A. (Amy Malwin) Miller, Winamac, Son 
Jessica L. (Freddy Washington) Miller, Winamac, Daughter 
Robbie W. (Jenny) Tirey, Winamac, Step-Son 
Alicia D. Lloyd, Step-Daughter 
Kameron Miller, Grandson 
Caleb Tirey, Grandson 
Alexis Lloyd, Granddaughter 
Carter Pena, Grandson 
James R. Isler, Brother 
Diane L. (John) Kennedy, Sister 
Kevin F. (Connie) Roe, Brother 
Debra J. (Ramon) Rodriguez, Sister 
Kimberly J. (Vance Allseitz) Roe, Sister 
Danette M. Button, Sister 
Delia Roe, Sister-in-law 
Richard Creasy, Brother-in-law 
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: 
Linda L. Roe, Infant Sister 
Thomas L. Roe, Brother 
Vince Button, Brother-in-law 
Brenda Creasy, Sister-in-law 

Mrs. Tirey was a proud wife and mother, and worked at Eaton's for 18 years. She enjoyed knitting, painting, crafting, gardening and cooking. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She will be sadly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 5, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac; and one hour prior to services Friday. The funeral service will be at 12 noon, Friday, Sept. 6, at the funeral home with Pastor Heath Hiatt officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Doris A. Getz

May 28, 1931 to August 29, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Doris Arlene Prettyman Getz, 88, of Francesville, passed away peacefully at her home, Thursday morning Aug. 29

She was born May 28, 1931, in Francesville to the late Merl and Alma Peters Prettyman. She was a 1949 graduate of Pulaski High School. She married Keith M. Getz on June 4, 1950 in Winamac. He preceded her in death on Sept. 11, 1994.

She is survived by: 
Jill Kozeluh, Daughter 
Jenna (Dan) Kilgus, Daughter 
Jody (Bruce) Waibel, Daughter 
Jason (Maggie) Getz, Son 
10 grandchildren: Aaron (Kayla) Kilgus, Trenton (Cammie) Kilgus, Alisia (Kent) Schlatter, Stuart (Sarah) Kilgus, Mark (Anna) Waibel, Colby Waibel, Kaitlin Waibel, Alexandra Getz, Leanna Getz and Ethan Getz 
9 great-grandchildren
Donald (Mary) Prettyman, Brother 
Theodore (Wendy) Prettyman, Brother

She was preceded in death by: 
Joseph Kozeluh, Son-in-law 
Maya Getz, Granddaughter 
5 Brothers: Roger, Robert, Ralph, Charles "Dick" and Ronald Prettyman 

Mrs. Getz and her husband owned and operated Getz Plumbing and Heating in Francesville where she worked as bookkeeper. She enjoyed working at the Francesville Library and was on the board for many years (serving as president). She was a faithful volunteer at both hospitals in Lafayette. She was happiest when serving others. She committed her life to her saviour Jesus Christ and was baptized in 1962. She was a devoted member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville. She was an avid reader and enjoyed flower gardening. Most of all, she cherished her family (especially her grandchildren), valued her close circle of friends and loved the Francesville community. She will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 3, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville; and one hour prior to the services at the church Wednesday. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 4, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville with ministers of the church officiating. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to the Francesville Public Library or the Francesville Apostolic Christian Church.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com