Wanda Sue (Savage) Overmyer, 87, of Argos, passed away April 23, 2024, at 4:44 a.m. at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne.

On September 12, 1936, in Plymouth, Indiana she was born to Stephen Savage and Ruth (Mahler) Savage. She lived in the Argos community for 64 years, having lived all her life in Marshall County, Indiana.

On September 20, 1960, at the Santa Anna United Methodist Church in Argos, Indiana she married Arthur “Art” Earl Overmyer and for 64 years they shared the joys, worries, tenderness, and companionship of their married life.

Wanda worked at the State Exchange Bank in Culver, Indiana, she also had worked at Pioneer as a Corn Sorter and Cressner Abstract and Title Company both of Plymouth, Indiana.

She was a member of Santa Anna United Methodist Church, Argos, Indiana; and Home & Hobbie Extension Club of Argos, Indiana. Wanda was a graduate of Culver High School with the class of 1954.

Wanda is survived by her Husband – Arthur “Art” Overmyer of Argos, Indiana

Son – Thomas Earl Overmyer and wife Lisa of Argos, Indiana

Daughter – Joetta Sue Overmyer and Jerry Chizum of Argos, Indiana

Grand Children – Seth Overmyer and wife Jessica of Argos, Indiana; and Casey Lewis and husband Josh of Argos, Indiana

7 Great Grandchildren

Brother – Daniel Savage and wife Jan of Argos, Indiana

She is preceded in death by her Parents

Friends may visit with the family on Sunday April 28, 2024, from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, 208 N. Michigan St., Argos.

Funeral Services will be Monday April 29, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Cindy Flagg.

Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Santa Anna Church; Attn: Roberta Kepler, 14583 20 A Rd., Argos, Indiana 46501.

Arrangements have been entrusted with the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, Indiana.

Gene Schramm, 79, of Winamac, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024 at Hickory Creek in Winamac.

She was born on August 26, 1944 in Monterey, IN to the late Lloyd Eugene and Vonda Zoe [Vanscoyk] Fisher. She was a graduate of Monterey High School.

On July 12, 1973, Gene married the love of her life Ray Schramm in Chicago, IL. He passed away on May 18, 1995. Gene was retired from Budd Insurance Agency in Winamac.

Gene was an active member of the Winamac First United Methodist Church before she moved to Hickory Creek. Through the years, she was involved with the Red Hat Society, Habitat for Humanity, American Red Cross, and Home-Ec Club. She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling and crafting. More than anything, Gene loved spending time with her family.

She is survived by:

Kathy (Ray) Franko, Winamac, IN Daughter

Chris (Kim) Schramm, Winamac, IN Son

Barry (Li Han) Fostvelt, Winamac, IN Son

Laura (J.T.) Mays, Winamac, IN Daughter

Kyle (Angelina) Schramm, North Pole, AK Son

23 Grandchildren

25 Great Grandchildren

Carol Schmidt, Culver, IN Sister

Bill Fisher, Winamac, IN Brother

Many nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by:

Lloyd Eugene and Vonda Zoe [Vanscoyk] Fisher, Parents

Ray Schramm, Husband

Jeremy, Stillborn Grandson

Jerad Mays, Grandson

Kevin Wang, Grandson

Cremation will take place at Frain Crematory in Winamac.

Visitation will be from 10 AM – 12 Noon EDT Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Memorial services will be held at 12 Noon PM EDT Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac with Rev. Jeff Herron officiating.

Private graveside services and burial will be held at Winamac Cemetery (Southlawn Addition) in Winamac with Rev. Laura Mays officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Pulaski Animal Center, Winamac First United Methodist Church, or Habitat for Humanity.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Barbara J. Linsky 77, Rochester, passed away at 12:52 P.M. on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at her residence.

Barbara was born on June 23, 1946 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the daughter of Alster and Berniece (Wilson) Fraser. After she graduated from Southside High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, she worked at Magnavox in Columbia City, Indiana before becoming a self-employed seamstress. She was a member of the Red Hat Society, and was proud to have been baptized in her Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints of Columbia City.

Barbara enjoyed visiting the Senior Center to play dominoes and painting. She was an avid Elvis fan and was proud of her Scottish Heritage being a direct descendant of Castle Fraser in Scottland. A highlight in her life was visiting the Morman Temple in Utah.

Survivors include her daughter, Theresa Swanson, Rochester, Indiana, adoptive son, Lynden Swanson, Rochester, Indiana, grandchildren, Carol Swanson, Rochester, Indiana, Donald Bradley, Rochester, Indiana, Kira Abbott, Columbia City, Indiana, Ashley Linsky, Fort Wayne, Indiana, Hailee Linsky, Fort Wayne, Indiana, Rebecca Linsky, Fort Wayne, Indiana, seven great grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren, brother, Kenneth (Carol) Barnes, Boise, Idaho, sister, Karen (Dave) Smith, New Mexico. Preceding her in death were her parents, son, Timothy Linsky, daughter, Annette Linsky, brothers Scott Barnes and Rick Barnes.

Memorial services will be conducted at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, Indiana. Friends may visit from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. Sunday, April 28, 2024 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to donor’s favorite charity. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com

Cecilia Bell, 42, of Rochester, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at her residence.

On November 16, 1981, Cecilia Sue was born in Plymouth to Hurchel and Margaret  Brannam Bell. She attended the Rochester Community Schools and graduated from Stafford Home School.

Cecilia was a care giver in the health field. Being very crafty, she enjoyed painting and coloring.  She was creative with words and liked to write poems. Going to amusement parks with her family and friends was always a great time. Most recently, she became closer in her walk with God.

Left to cherish Cecilia's memory are three daughters: Mackenzie Chapman of Nappanee, Selena Fiallos, Jennifer Fiallos; father Hurchel Bell and wife Ruby Ann all of  Morristown, TN; mother Margaret Barnett and husband Dewayne of Corbin, KY; sister, Jessica Bell and fiancé Houston White of Kewanna; four brothers: Jordan Bell and fiancé Angel Vanderwall of Rochester, Zachary Bell and wife Brittany of Hampton, VA, Hurchel Bell III, Isaac Bell both of Morristown, TN; one granddaughter Serenity; aunts and uncles: Frank Fugate, Stanley and Debra Cook, Charles and Teresa Noel; special cousin and like a sister, Paula Bruner of Rochester; cousins who were like brothers: Raymond Spencer, Ryan Spencer, Brandon Spencer; her first husband Michael Rogers; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding Cecilia in death are infant sister, Breazy May Bell; paternal grandparents, Jim and Bertha Gibson; Aunt Kathy Tolson and Aunt Ada Fugate.

A celebration of the life of Cecilia Sue Bell will be at 11:00 AM on Friday, April 26, 2024 in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 West 19th St., Rochester.

Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service in the funeral home. 

Nathaniel P. “Nate” Gutwein, 94, of Francesville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. 

Nate was born on January 23, 1930 in Francesville to the late Carl P. and Mary L. [Farney] Gutwein. 

He graduated from Francesville High School in 1948.  Nate married Adeline May Novotny on October 7, 1950 in Francesville and they had five children. Adeline passed away March 11, 1990.

Nate married Rhonda K. Yaggie on April 12, 1992 in Francesville. She survives.

Nate was a lifelong resident and involved member of the Francesville community.  He dedicated his working life to the Gutwein Milling Company.  Nate was a devoted member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville and faithfully served Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior.

“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6

He is survived by:

Rhonda K. [Yaggie] Gutwein, Francesville, IN Wife

Charlene (Phil) Feldman, Eden Prairie, MN Daughter

Jeff (Wendy) Gutwein, Forrest, IL Son

Monica (Mike) Fritz, Kingston Springs, TN Daughter

Corinne (Michael) Dornhecker, St. Paul, MN Daughter

23 grandchildren and 63 great-grandchildren

Edison (Chrisann) Gutwein, Francesville, IN Brother

Phil (Carol) Gutwein, Francesville, IN Brother

Juanita Norman, Monon, IN Sister

Elden (Mary Lee) Gutwein, Monticello, IN Brother

Rodney (Donna) Gutwein, West Lafayette, IN Brother

Art Novotny, Francesville, IN Brother-in-law

Karl (Donna) Westfall, Francesville, IN Brother-in-law

Yvonne Gutwein, Francesville, IN Sister-in-law

Jim Denton, Francesville IN Brother-in-law

Fred Yaggie, Monticello, IN Brother-in-law

Nadine Tucker, Lafayette, IN Sister-in-law

Numerous Nieces and Nephews

He was preceded in death by:

Carl P. and Mary L. [Farney] Gutwein, Parents

Adeline May [Novotny] Gutwein, Wife

Timothy Wayne Gutwein, Son

Maxine Novotny, Sister

Mary Louise Westfall, Sister

Carl L. Gutwein, Brother

Sharon Denton, Sister

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM EDT Saturday, April 20, 2024 at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville with ministers of the church officiating.

Burial will take place in Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 PM EDT Friday, April 19, 2024 at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville and from 9:00 to 9:45 AM EDT on Saturday at the church.

The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville or Humanitarian Distribution Center in Francesville.

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

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

Melinda J. Cohee, 84, Rochester, passed away surrounded by family at 6:17 P.M., Monday, April 15, 2024, at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

Melinda was born on July 11, 1939 in Rochester, Indiana, the daughter of Forrest Ivan and Frances Ruth (Conrad) Grogg.  Melinda attended school in Fulton, Indiana until the tenth grade and then graduated from Richland Center High School in 1957. On July 30, 1963, in Rochester, Indiana, she married Phillip L. Cohee, and he survives.

Melinda worked for twenty years as a Ward Clerk at Woodlawn Hospital. She had also worked at Hart, Schaffner and Marx, and helped on the Bob Kern’s Christmas Tree Farm. She had been a member of Trinity United Methodist Church for many years and currently attended Grace United Methodist Church. She volunteered as a Grey Lady at Woodlawn Hospital, Compassionate Health Care Center and was a member of the Eagles Lodge. She enjoyed cooking to the extreme making family meals an event to behold, sewing, tending to her flower garden, and was passionate about all animals being an advocate for animal rescue and  providing a lifelong example to everyone  with all her adopted dogs and cats.   She truly, from childhood, loved her horses and reached a  life dream of owning a Tennessee Walker ‘Izzy”.  

Survivors include her husband, Phillip L. Cohee, Rochester, Indiana, daughter, Melodie (Ron) Thompson, Anderson, Indiana, son, Eric (Teresa) Cohee, Urbana, Indiana, four grandchildren, Brandi (Blackburn) and husband Brian Haberer, Fishers, Indiana, Brittany (Blackburn) and husband Shawn Foreman, Fishers, Indiana, Bree Anna Blackburn and partner Randy Hayes , Plainfield, Illinois, Erin (Cohee) and husband Tim Hickman, LaFontaine Indiana, eight great grandchildren, Lilly and Lukas Haberer, Zella and Charlee Foreman, Aiyana Carr and Rai’Ana Hayes , Kali and Lydia Hickman, niece, Bernadine (Conley) Nicodemus, Syracuse, Indiana, and nephew, Jack Conley, Syracuse, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Jeanette Causey.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 A.M. Monday, April 22, 2024, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, with Rev. Kurt Nichols officiating.

Friends may visit from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. Sunday, April 21, 2024 and one hour prior to service Monday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester, Indiana.

Memorial contributions may be made to Magical Meadows, Warsaw, Indiana. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com

Willie Miller, 96, of Francesville, formerly of Bailey's Corner, IN, passed away at 4:10 AM Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville.

He was born on January 31, 1928 in Arthur Mable, KY to the late Will and Dovie [Howard] Miller. Willie worked as a lumberjack in Kentucky before moving to Indiana in 1968 and going to work for the Monon Railroad (now CSX). He retired from the railroad after 23 years of service.

Willie was a member of the United Baptist Church of Bailey's Comer. He was an animal lover and especially enjoyed raising horses and mules. Willie loved his family very much and will be dearly missed.

He is survived by:

Radie (Corleen) Miller, Medaryville, IN Son

Wilma (Kenneth) Saylor, Florida/Michigan Daughter

Marcus (Rhodora) Miller, West Lafayette, IN Son

Willie Miller, Jr., Francesville, IN Son

Sally (Marion) Landrum, Knox, IN Daughter

John (René) Miller, Freemont, IN Son

Bonda (Richard) Wetmore, Pleasant Lake, MI Daughter

Christine (Scott) Donovan, Delphi, IN Daughter

Josh Hale, Indianapolis, IN Son

Mitchell Bailey, Medaryville, IN Son-in-law

Danny Wireman, Wheatfield, IN Son-in-law

Joe Dean Hopkins, Rensselaer, IN Son-in-law

25 Grandchildren

58 Great Grandchildren

12 Great Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by:

Will and Dovie [Howard] Miller, Parents

Mildred Bailey, Former Spouse

Ruthene Bailey, Daughter

Joyce Wireman, Daughter

Ethel Miller, Daughter

Rodney Miller, Grandson

Marlana Miller, Granddaughter

Maverik Garcia, Great Great Grandson

Pairott Wireman, Sister

Sam Miller, Brother

Lana Shepherd, Sister

Victoria West, Sister

Mitchell Miller, Brother

Arnold Miller, Brother

Visitation will be from 6-8 PM EDT Thursday, April 25, 2024 at the Frain Mortuary Querry­Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville, IN.

Funeral Services will be held at 10 AM EDT Friday, April 26, 2024 at the Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville, IN with Pastor Alvin Allen officiating.

Graveside Services will be held at 2:30 PM EDT Friday, April 26, 2024 at Kingsbury Cemetery in Kingsbury, IN.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Little Dove Baptist Church or Parkview Haven Retirement Home.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville, IN.

Madie Lee Oberg 88, Macy, passed away surrounded by family at 4:35 a.m. Thursday, April 18, 2024, at her residence.

Madie was born on October 8, 1935, in Damascus, Arkansas, the daughter of Jack and Becky (Herring) Winfrey.

Madie worked various jobs in her life time, The Turkey Ranch, United States Postal Service, farming on the family farm, caregiver in nursing homes and retired from Peabody Retirement Home in North Manchester, Indiana. She enjoyed reading, working puzzles, playing cards and loved having a green thumb with her plants.

Survivors include her daughter, Donna Oberg, Macy, Indiana, sons, Russell (Connie) Oberg, Macy, Indiana, Robert (Shawn) Oberg, South Whitley, Indiana, Emil (Denise) Oberg, South Bend, Indiana, brothers, Tommy (Carleen) Winfrey, Kingman, Arizona, Gary Winfrey, Tucson, Arizona, sisters, Mary Bogart, Portland, Oregon, Judy Winfrey, Lebanon, Oregon, Teresa Robinson, Lebanon, Oregon, fourteen Grandchildren, thirty-three great-grandchildren, nine great- great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and her beloved canine companion, Bella. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Carl Winfrey, Donnie Winfrey and granddaughters, Stephanie Oberg, Shyanne Oberg and Ashley Oberg.

Graveside services will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024 at the Swedish Cemetery in Donaldson, Indiana.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Foundation. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, Indiana.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com

William (Bill) Leo Pea, 76, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side in his home in Knoxville, Tennessee on April 4, 2024.

Cherishing Bill's memory are his wife Debbie (Nix) Pea and two daughters, Jackie King (John) and Beth Bickle. Also surviving are three brothers:  Dick (Patty), Dexter (Marilyn) and John; sister-in-law Rhea Pea; eight grandchildren: Jordan King, Jeremey King (Madelyn), Jason King, Renae Bickle, Jaimee King, Bradly Bickle, Jennifer King and Janna King; as well as brother-in-law Dave Nix, sisters-in-law Deanna (David) Easterday and Donna Cummings; nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; cousins; and many friends who love him dearly.

Preceding Bill in death are his parents Arnold and Betty Pea, a brother Dan Pea, brother-in-law Danny Nix, and Bill’s first wife Sharon Downey.

On April 13, 1947, Bill was born in Vincennes, Indiana. He grew up in southern Indiana where he worked as a young boy on his uncle’s melon farm and on a pig farm. He actually loved that pig farm job and had fun stories to tell about it! After high school he went to Indiana Vocational Technical School in Indianapolis and learned skills which led him to jobs in drafting and designing in various manufacturing companies. 

Bill was proud of his career because he was able to achieve more than he ever dreamed a man with no formal college degree could achieve. He was curious, observant, intelligent and it served him well. He worked for McCord Corporation in Plymouth, Indiana for 17 years as a draftsman first and later as a designer of radiators. Later, in Grenada, Mississippi, Bill worked as an inside sales engineer for Heatcraft Corporation for 3 years and then transferred to Minnesota as an outside sales engineer/manufacturer’s representative for Heatcraft, a company which later became known as Luvata. He was successful in his work and was able to enjoy some wonderful traveling adventures with Debbie and friends and family. He retired from working in 2011 and he and Debbie finally figured out they needed to move to a warmer climate (to Knoxville) in 2015.

Bill and Debbie were married in Oahu, Hawaii in 1985. Over their 39 years together, they embraced the geographical moves, the career changes, and the life changes with optimism. They were a good team. If one of them thought they needed a new sofa or a new car, the other one would consider it for a minute (or maybe more) and then be “all in”! But material possessions aside, they were also on the same page with the important stuff.

Early in their marriage Bill developed culinary skills and enjoyed cooking gourmet meals.  He jokingly claimed that he learned to cook out of “self-preservation” since Debbie didn’t always get dinner ready in a timely manner.  The family still enjoys cooking his signature Jambalaya, Chicken Piccata and Beef Chili recipes, among others. He loved watching cooking shows, live horse racing and You Tube music videos, and he really loved playing guitar, although he always humbly said that he was not very good at it. He and his brother Dan enjoyed playing guitar together when they were in their 30s and 40s. He and brother-in-law Dave have also shared special guitar playing moments over the years. Some of Bill’s grandchildren have inherited his passion for music and Bill was so happy about that.

Bill had a great sense of humor, although sometimes you really had to be paying attention to appreciate it. He was confident, yet humble. He was generous, gentle, and not judgmental or critical. He was a good listener. He was patient, accepting, and brave. He loved his family, his music and his “happy hours”. And he had a quiet faith in God which, no doubt, transported him to his new home.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Bill’s birthday, April 13, 2024, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 West 18th Street, Rochester, Indiana.

The family will receive visitors from 11:30-1:00 and the service will begin at 1:00. 

A private family burial will follow at the Poplar Grove - Lake Maxinkuckee IOOF Cemetery.

Another celebration will be held at Debbie’s church, Concord United Methodist in Knoxville, at a later date. 

Nelson Cox, 76, of Rochester, passed away at 4:00 AM Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at his residence.

On March 18, 1948, Nelson Edward was born in Rochester to Henry N. and Pauline N. Heishman Cox.  He shared his growing up years with his sister, Darlene.  In 1966 he proudly graduated from Rochester High School.

Answering the call of patriotism, SP4 Cox served in the army during the Vietnam Era and was honorably discharged in 1974.

Nelson and Gloria Jo Floyd were married on January 18, 1994 in Rochester and have shared 30 years of life's adventures.

As a professional truck driver, Nelson often was on a long haul, traveling coast to coast to his destination.  His memberships include The LeRoy Shelton American Legion Post # 36, The Veterans of Foreign Wars # 1343 and the Fraternal Order Of Eagles # 852, all of Rochester.

Nelson is survived by his wife Gloria; three daughters: Shannon Yochum and husband Rob of Winslow, Ark; Wendy Goodman of Rochester; Bobbie Jo Stewart, of Etna Green; two sons: Nelson Cox Jr., of Rochester; Jason Ray Goodman, of Lafayette; 12 grandchildren; a sister: Darlene Boyd of Evansville and numerous great grandchildren and nieces and a nephew.

Preceding Nelson in death are his parents, grandson Jacob Goodman and his mother-in -law, Olivia Kleine.

A graveside service for Nelson Edward Cox will be at 10.00 AM on Monday, April 15, 2024 at the Athens Hoover Cemetery. 

Military honors will be conducted by the Fulton County Veteran’s Honor Guard and the U.S. Army Honors Team.

Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to his family at www.goodfamilyfh.com .

Diana K. Hattery, 75, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 7:10 AM on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

On March 1, 1949, Diana Kay Dawson was born in South Bend to Richard E. and Rosemary Pietrzak Dawson. She went to South Bend Schools and graduated with the Class of 1967 from John Adams High School.

An accomplished vocalist, Diana loved to participate with friends singing karaoke. She was a competitive member of a darts league and a bowling league in Niles.  As a QMA, she assisted many in area nursing homes.

Left to cherish Diana's memory are a daughter, Kristine Clevenger and husband Jim of Rochester and son James Kraus III and wife Patty of Niles; five grandchildren, Heather Kraus, James Kraus, Timothy Kraus, David Clevenger and wife Kori, Laura Beiderman and husband Justin; ten great-grandchildren, Sierrya Clevenger, the Beiderman children, Abby, Macy, Julian, Callen and Raelyn, the Kraus children, Aubry, Christopher, Ellie and Jaxson and her first husband and father of her children, James Kraus JR.

Preceding Diana in death are her parents, husband William Clifford Hattery and  grandson Nicholas Clevenger on March 4, 2019.

A celebration of the life of Diana K. Hattery will be at noon on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 West 18^th St., Rochester. Pastor Martin Furrow will officiate.

Friends may visit with the family from 10-12 on Saturday in the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to Celebrate Recovery at The Cross, 100 W. 3^rd. St., Rochester, IN 46975 

Online expressions of sympathy may be made to her family at www.goodfamilyfh.com .

Norman Bathke, 87, lifelong farmer from Medaryville, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Franciscan Health Hospital in Rensselaer, IN.

He was born on July 14, 1936 at the farmstead home in White Post Township to the late Otto and Hilda [Liersch] Bathke. Norman graduated from Medaryville High School in 1954 and attended Purdue University.

On August 20, 1960, he married Judith Mendenhall at Pulaski Presbyterian Church. Judith passed away on June 28, 2015.

Norman was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Medaryville where he served several decades as treasurer. He worked hard all of his life and was proud to be part of a successful generational farming legacy. Norman enjoyed his annual trips to Minnesota/Wisconsin where he made lifelong friends that became family.

Norman was faithful to help his family, friends, and neighbors. He loved attending his grandchildren’s and great grandchildren’s events. Norman will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by:

Doug (Sandy) Bathke, Son

Diana (David) Ricks, Daughter

Chuck (Sally) Bathke, Son

Trevor (Ashley Cox) Bathke, Grandson

Trent (Betsy) Bathke, Grandson

Spencer Ricks, Grandson

Bryan (Jade VanMeter) Bathke, Grandson

Michael (fiancé: Allison Hunt) Bathke, Grandson

Emerson Cox, Great Granddaughter

Hudson Bathke, Great Grandson

Austin Bathke, Great Grandson

Jackson Bathke, Great Grandson

Leighton Bathke, Great Granddaughter

Arden (Phyllis) Bathke, Brother

Karen Mendenhall, Sister-in-law

Melissa Alexander, Niece

Preceded in death by:

Otto and Hilda [Liersch] Bathke, Parents

Judith [Mendenhall] Bathke, Wife

Alex Douglas Bathke, Infant Grandson

Ron Mendenhall, Brother-in-law

Visitation will be from 4-7 PM EDT Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM EDT Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Medaryville with Pastor Don Embree officiating.

Burial will take place at St. John’s Cemetery in Medaryville.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Memorial Fund.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville.

Christine M. “Christy” Hague, 47, of Winamac, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 7, 2024. 

She was born on February 16, 1977 in Chicago, IL to Alan and Karen [Younker] Utes. 

Christy grew up in Winamac and graduated from Winamac Community High School with the class of 1995.  Christy enjoyed playing softball, swimming, and participating in school activities such as Sunshine Society, Beta Club, and National Honor Society.  Christy was a member of the inaugural Winamac Girls Softball high school team and spent several summers lifeguarding at the Bass Lake Beach. 

She attended Indiana University in Bloomington where she was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in 1999.   The summer between her freshman and sophomore year at IU, Christy met the love of her life, Jason Hague.  On July 22, 2000, Christy and Jason were married at the First Christian Church in Winamac.They lived in Indianapolis for a year before moving to Winamac in 2001.

Christy was a devoted member of the First Christian Church.  She was currently serving as the Church Secretary and an Elder.  She had formerly served as a Deaconess and Youth Group Leader.  Christy was a volunteer for the Winamac Chiefs and served on the board for the Winamac Girls Softball League, Pulaski County EMS, and Pulaski Animal Center.

Christy was the Credentialing Coordinator and Physician Liaison at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.  Prior to working at PMH, she was the office manager at the Clinic for Women and Family Health in Winamac.  She had also formerly worked as the Pulaski County Emergency Preparedness Coordinator.  Christy’s first job after moving back to Winamac was as the office manager at Pulaski County ExPRESS.

Christy was an avid supporter of her children’s activities and sports.  She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and aunt.  Christy will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. 

She is survived by:

Jason L. Hague, Winamac, IN Husband

Ella M. Hague, Winamac, IN Daughter

Alex L. Hague, Winamac, IN Son

Karen M. [Younker] Utes, Winamac, IN Mother

Julie (Mike) Warner, Anderson, IN Sister

Laurie Utes, Greenville, SC Sister

Blake Warner, Anderson, IN Nephew

Emily Warner, Anderson, IN Niece

Frank E. Utes, Des Plaines, IL Paternal Grandfather

Many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins

John (Peg) Hague, Brookston, IN Father-in-law

Tony (Angie) Hague, Glen Lyn, VA Brother-in-law

TJ (Kelly) Hague, LaPorte, IN Brother-in-law

Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Dr. Frank Alan Utes, Father

Mary Ann [Rasborshek] Hague, Mother-in-law

Esther [Rowoldt] Utes, Paternal Grandmother

William and Dorothy [Hargis] Younker, Maternal Grandparents

Cremation will take place at Frain Crematory in Winamac, IN.

Memorial Services will be held at 2 PM EDT Friday, April 12, 2024 at the First Christian Church in Winamac, IN with Pastor Jeff Seger officiating.

A Celebration of Life will be from 3-6 PM EDT Friday, April 12, 2024 at the Celebration Station (Opera House) in Winamac, IN.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o Jason Hague to support Ella and Alex’s higher education. 

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.

Michael “Mike” Link, 76, of Monticello, formerly of Winamac, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024 at IU Health Hospital in Lafayette. 

Born on March 28, 1948, he was the eldest child of the late Donald Paul and Mary Ellen [Parker] Link.  Mike was raised on the family farm west of Star City where he learned all about hard work at a young age.  He attended the Pulaski and Star City Schools. While in high school, Mike was a member of FFA and played basketball.  On July 28, 1967, he married Sue “Susie” Smith from Monterey at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pulaski.  Susie passed away in a tragic car accident on April 19, 1998. 

Mike drove semi for Tim Powers for many years and most recently drove for Adam Loehmer until his retirement. 

He is survived by:

Stacey Ingram, Greenwood, IN Daughter

Aaron (Christi) Link, Winamac, IN Son

Daniel (Nicole) Ingram, Plymouth, IN Grandson

Allen (Hali) Ingram, Tipton, IN Grandson

Michael (Yvette Bernardo) Ingram, Ingalls, IN Grandson

Addisyn and Eryn Ingram, Twin Great Granddaughters

Kayson Ingram, Great grandson

Cindy (Bill) Scott, Pulaski, IN Sister

Pat Ringen, Danville, IN Sister

Ron (Karen) Link, Star City, IN Brother

Don (Tammy) Link, Winamac, IN Brother

Richard (Pauline) Smith, Winamac, IN Brother-in-law

Mike (Peggy) Smith, Ohio Brother-in-law

Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Donald Paul and Mary Ellen [Parker] Link, Parents

Sue “Susie” [Smith] Link, Wife

Marie Ann Link, Infant Sister

Walter and Eva [Bridegroom] Smith, In-laws

Cindy Smith, Infant Sister-in-law

Everett Smith, Brother-in-law

Kenny Smith, Brother-in-law

Ryan Smith, Nephew

Andrew Smith, Nephew

Private services will be held at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Private burial will take place at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to Riley Children’s Foundation or Turners Syndrome Foundation.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Janice Irene (McIntire) Wynn, 84 of Spartanburg, South Carolina and formerly of the Culver community, passed away April 1, 2024, at 11:10 p.m. at Spartanburg Regional Hospice House, Spartanburg, South Carolina.

On January 25, 1940, in Wyatt, Indiana she was born to Floyd McIntire and Grace (Buss) McIntire. She lived in Culver, Indiana for 48 years, spending the past several years in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

On July 17, 1959, in Stockton, Illinois she married Nelson Lee Wynn and for 43 years they shared the joys, worries, tenderness, and companionship of their married life. Nelson preceded her on December 21, 2002.

Janice was a cook at the Corner Tavern in Culver, Indiana for 32 years and was a member of Grace United Church of Christ, Culver, Indiana.

Janice is survived by her Daughter – Karen Hoover of Spartanburg, South Carolina

Daughter-in-Law – Sandra Wynn of Monterey, Indiana

Granddaughters – Jessica Wynn, Heather Wynn both of Monterey, Indiana, and Amber Gilbert of Monterey, Indiana

6 Great Grandchildren

Sisters – Esther Ecker of LaPaz, Indiana; Pat Jennings of Virginia, Sharon Vasquez of San Antonio, Texas

Brother – Darrell McIntire and wife Mary of Argos, Indiana

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Daughter – Kathy Bridge, Son – Kevin Wynn, Sister – Mildred Tom, Brothers – Eugene McIntire, Devon McIntire, and Warren (Red) McIntire

Graveside Services will be Monday April 8, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Poplar Grove Cemetery.

Burial will follow the service at the cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted with the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Terry "Fuzz" Lynn Ellis, 78, of Argos, passed away April 2, 2024, at 4:20 a.m. at his son's residence in Argos.

On March 13, 1946, in Argos, Indiana Terry was born to Marion A. Ellis Sr. and Clara Lavina (Thompson) Ellis. He lived most of his life in the Argos community.

On March 7, 1969, Terry married Diana Lynn Smiley and for 55 years they shared the joys, worries, tenderness, and companionship of their married life.

Terry worked at Delco Electronics in Kokomo, Indiana as a carpenter and enjoyed farming.

He was a graduate of Plymouth High School with the class of 1964. Terry was a member of Walnut Church of Argos and had been involved with Lake City Wings Motorcycle Club and Brotherhood Ministries. He was a member of UAW Local 292, Kokomo, Indiana. He served from 1966 – 1969 in the United Stated Navy and received his Honorable discharge on September 26, 1969.

Terry is survived by his Wife – Diana Ellis of Argos, Indiana

Children – Cheryl (Jeff) Shoup, Huntington, Indiana; Tammy Tuley, New Palestine, Indiana; Craig (Christen) Ellis, Argos, Indiana; Jason (Kori) Ellis, Clayton, Indiana; Jody (Matt) O’Dell, New Palestine, Indiana

Grandchildren – Wyatt Ellis, Alexis O’Dell, Caleb Ellis, Carly Ellis, Aurora Ellis, Audrey O’Dell, Ava Tuley, and Sawyer Ellis

Sisters – Shirley Farkas of South Bend, Indiana, and Sharon (Tim) Schretzle of Bourbon, Indiana

Brothers– Gary Ellis of Live Oak, Texas, Marion Ellis Jr. and Randy Ellis of South Bend, Indiana

He is preceded in death by his Parents and Brother – Larry Ellis

Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday April 9, 2024, from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Walnut Church, 5975 19th Rd., Argos.

Funeral Service will be Wednesday April 10, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Walnut Church with Rev. Robert E. Rice Jr officiating. 

Burial will follow at Walnut Church Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted with the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, Indiana

David R. Livengood, 87, Peru, passed away at 12:48 P.M. on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Stillwater Hospice, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

David was born on January 22, 1937, in Miami County, Indiana, the son of Walter and Blanche (Heckaman) Livengood. He graduated from Chili High School in 1955. where he had been a member of the school’s sports teams. On August 11, 1978 in Peru, Indiana, he married Betty J. Houk. She preceded him in death on January 10, 2013.

David had worked for McGill Ready Mix and had managed McGill Lumber Company. He later owned and operated his own lumber yard. From 1992 to 1996 he served as Mayor of the City of Peru. After leaving the Mayor’s office, he worked for Centennial Wireless, AT&T and for Sears. He had been a member of the Chili Baptist Church, Denver Brethren Church, and the Elk’s Lodge. David enjoyed NASCAR and wood working.

Survivors include children, Kevin (Georgetta) Livengood, Muncie, Indiana, Kimberly (Ronald) York, Russiaville, Indiana, Karla (Michael) Hack, Peru, Indiana, Kraig (Dara) Livengood, Mentone, Indiana, stepchildren, Rick (Michelle) Gay, Knoxville, Tennessee, Reja Enyart, Peru, Indiana, grandchildren, Jeremy Lennon, Jesse Lennon, Karma Holland, Kendra St. John, Spencer Livengood, Sydney Livengood, step-grandchildren, Jessica Gay, Ian Gay, Austin Gay, Alicia Fetters, Shelley Pugh, Metea Osborne, Nick Enyart, Taylor DeWitt, fifteen great grandchildren, ten step great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild, brother, James L. Livengood, Denver, Indiana, sister, Nancy (Tom) Clouse, Rockford, Ohio, several nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife,  and a brother, John Livengood.

Memorial services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana.

Friends may visit from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at the funeral home.

Burial will be at a later date at Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Logansport, Indiana.  

Memorial contributions may be made to Stillwater Hospice, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46814. Online condolence may be expressed at www.mcclainfh.com

Teresa L. Gates, 71, of Rochester, passed at 2:57 pm, Sunday, March 31, 2024 at her residence. 
Teresa was born on July 19, 1952 in Logansport, Indiana to the late Thomas and Marsha (Dillman) Gates.  In her early life she was a devout Catholic. She graduated from Rochester High School and furthered her education at Ancilla College attaining her nursing certification. 
Teresa served as a LPN for LifeCare and Hickory Creek both of Rochester. Lastly she was the nurse for the South Bend Juvenile Justice Center.  She was an independent woman who enjoyed gardening, cooking, fishing and collecting religious items such as crosses and angels.  
She is survived by her sons Tony and wife Jessica Gates and Harley Gates both of Rochester; 7 Grandchildren; and a Great Grandson.
Teresa was preceded in death by her parents, 2 Sisters, and a Brother.  Following her wishes no services will be held at this time.
The arrangements have been entrusted to Hartzler Funeral Home 305 West Rochester Street Akron, Indiana.

Brenda K. Brandt Dietrich, 79, of Culver, passed away at the Pulaski Health Care Center surrounded by her family on Monday, March 25, 2024. 

She was born on May 28, 1944 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Charles Junior “Chuck” and Edna Marie Jenkins Baker. 

She was a graduate of Culver Community High School in Culver, IN.

Brenda enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed her dogs and living on Lake Maxinkuckee. 

She is survived by:

Jeffrey D. (Tammy) Brandt, Monterey, IN   Son

Joseph U. (Annette) Brandt, Winamac, IN  Son

Gerry A. (Shannon) Brandt, Culver, IN   Son

Cortney Brandt  Granddaughter

Jordan Brandt  Granddaughter

Austin Brandt Grandson

Beau Brandt  Grandson

Mackenzie Brandt (Nathan) Allen Granddaughter

Taylor Brandt (Gary) Lockridge  Granddaughter

Jessica Brandt  Granddaughter

Colten Brandt  Grandson

Brooklyn Brandt  Great Granddaughter

Preston Lockridge   Great Grandson

Cassidy Allen  Great Granddaughter

Brandt Allen  Great Grandson

Linda Ripperger(Tad)  Delay, Bloomington, IN      Sister

Barbara Schemel , Jupiter, FL        Sister

Michael (Pauline) Baker, Greenfield, WI    Brother

Nieces and Nephews

Susan Mahler, Eddie Mike Mahler and Lisa Mahler

Mark Ripperger, Steven Baker. Bobby, Beth and Gregory Schemel

Preceded in death by:

Charles Junior “Chuck” and Edna Marie Jenkins Baker   Parents

Rodney Allen Brandt      Son

Sharon (Larry) Mahler  Sister and brother-in-law

Visitation will be from 11 AM EDT-2 PM EDT Friday, March 29, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.

Funeral services will be held at 2 PM EDT Friday, March 29, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Burial will take place at Winamac Cemetery-McKinley Addition.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Pulaski Animal Center or Marshall County Humane Society.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary.

Beverly Sue (Helton) Mays, 63, of Argos, passed away March 20, 2024, at 8:52 p.m. in Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.

On May 13, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio she was born to Winford “Roy” Helton and Nancy (Maxon) Helton.

She’s lived in Argos community since 1985 have lived in Dayton, Ohio, and Texas.

On July 28, 2016, she married Mark Mays and together they shared the next 18 years.

Beverly worked at TOPPS Argos Plant as the Shipping Manager.  

She was a hard-working lady dedicated to her family and is survived by her Husband – Mark Mays of Argos, Indiana

Sons – Dennis Helton of Plymouth, Indiana; and Kevin Cole of Argos, Indiana

Sisters – Crystal Smith and of Dayton, Ohio; Lois Helton of Dayton, Ohio.

Brother – Roy Helton of Texas  

She is preceded in death by her Parents, and first husband Kim L. Cole who passed September 27, 2008.

No services are planned currently.

Arrangements have been entrusted with the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Mrs. Barbara J.  Enyart, 84, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 9:47 AM on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at her home.

On April 22, 1939, Barbara Jean Emigh was born in Knox.  She was a cherished daughter of Chester and Lillian Byrne Emigh. Growing up Barbara shared her childhood with three sisters, Gerry, Betty and Bonny.  In 1957 she graduated from Knox High School.

In Rochester, Barbara married the love of her life Mr. Emerson W. Enyart on September 27, 1970. They shared 49 years of life’s adventures blending their beautiful families and adding a legacy of the blessings of two more generations. Sadly, he passed away on September 21, 2019.

As entrepreneurs Barbara and Emerson founded Enyart's Discount Store in 1975 on the south edge of Rochester.  With a vision for the future, three years later they acquired the "True Value" distinction, and their hardware was known as Enyart’s True Value Hardware.  

With Emerson at her side, Barbara witnessed and was a part of a great evolution of change in the retail hardware industry.  She was on the cutting edge, with a vision for the future embracing success with strategic planning,  unparalleled customer service and hard work!  The business has prevailed and offers the customers supplies from electric, plumbing, paint and a variety of home improvement projects.  

Barbara, Emerson and their work family were there to make suggestions on the most effective methods of completing projects.   Revered and loved by her customers, with a professional demeanor,  she greeted everyone with a warm smile and was ready to share her knowledge and willing to assist them by answering questions they asked.  If the item of need wasn't in stock, Barbara would pencil it in for the next delivery truck in a few short days.  After 45 years of life in the hardware, Barbara semi-retired in 2020, but continued to oversee the daily operations until her passing.

The legacy and principles of the Enyarts are noted when every customer enters their store.  The Enyart Family work team rolls in to operation of assistance, kindness and direction in a homelike, family atmosphere.  Both Emerson and Barbara are greatly missed, but the traditions and hospitality they established and offered as a part of their core philosophy continue to be a great part of the success of their iconic hardware that has supported our community with all of our home improvement endeavors.

In the early days, Barbara rolled many games of bowling at Knox's Bowl-Away Lanes.  More recently she enjoyed Bunco and the challenges of Sudoku.  Barbara followed Purdue Men's Basketball team - - Boiler Up! A favorite past time was looking out the living room picture window and watching traffic on US 31.

Barbara will be lovingly remembered by six children; Janet Daake and life companion Trent Powell, Keith Eskridge and wife Misty all of Rochester, Sherry Wisler of Elkhart, Linda Rasnick of Brookston, Cathy Enyart-Prewitt of Copley, OH, Gary Enyart and wife Gina of Rochester; 15 grandchildren,  Grace Daake, Isaac Michael “Zak” Daake, Abigail Powell, Ivy Powell, Mitchell Powell, Jennifer Oliver and significant other Jay Schlosser, Larry Green and wife Jessica, Angelique Wisler, Megan Martin and husband Bradley, Jocelyn Rasnick, Gretchen Longfellow and husband David, Margot Beesley and husband Bob, Lisa Rupple and partner Tim, Adam Wayne Enyart and wife Amber, Audrey A. Enyart, ; numerous great grandchildren; sister, Gerry Trigg of Knox; two sisters-in-law Norma Becker of Rochester, Patricia Enyart of South Bend and several nieces and nephews.  She is also survived by the many friends, clients and her loving work family who truly adored and treasured her.

Preceding Barbara in death are her parents, beloved husband Emerson, son Michael Eskridge, grandson David Eskridge, two sisters, Betty Keiser and Bonny Olson.

A celebration of the life of Barbara Jean Enyart will be at 1:00 PM on Monday, March 25, 2024, in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 West 18^th St., Rochester. Mr. Mike Murphy will officiate. 

Friends may visit with the family from 10 -1 on Monday in the funeral home.  Interment will be in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery. 

Memorials may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 1476 W. 18^th St., Rochester, IN 46975.  Online expressions of sympathy may be made to her family at www.goodfamilyfh.com