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

Robert “Bob” Powers, 85, a lifelong farmer from Winamac, passed away Monday, March 18, 2024 peacefully at his home from natural causes. 

He was born on May 28, 1938 in Winamac to the late Albert and Hazel [Zellers] Powers.  Bob graduated from Winamac High School in 1956. 

On May 31, 1958, he married Beverly “Bev” Ludwig at St. Peter Catholic Church in Winamac.  Bev passed away in 2010.

Bob was a devoted member of St. Peter Catholic Church and the Winamac Knights of Columbus Council #1561 (he served as Grand Knight in 1979). He was instrumental in securing the property where the current K of C Hall stands today.  Bob was also a member and Past President of the Winamac Jaycees.  Under his leadership, the Jaycees paid off the financial commitment for the Winamac Town Pool.  In 1964-65, the Jaycees began dressing as Santa’s helpers and delivering presents to underprivileged children.  This program would become known as Toys for Tots.  Bob was a longtime member of Winamac Lion’s Club and for six years, he donated potatoes for use at the Farmer’s Market.  He was incredibly supportive of his children’s involvement in Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts with such projects as selling Christmas trees and glass recycling.  He was supportive of his son’s time in the Winamac High School Band.  Bob, and his wife, helped start the Winamac Alumni Association where he served in every office before becoming President in 2006.  Bob served many years on the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Board of Directors, Tribal Trails Girl Scout Council, and the Merit Board of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department. 

Bob loved farming and driving trucks.  He was very proud that the family farm was recognized as a Hoosier Homestead and has been in the Powers family since 1898.  Bob enjoyed mowing and keeping an eye on the cemetery.  He was an avid coin collector and enjoyed sharing them with others.  He won a heat race at Shadyhill in 1986.  Bob had a great sense of humor and enjoyed visiting with people.  He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by:

Valerie Powers, Winamac, IN Daughter

Kathryn Rodela, Osceola, IN Daughter

Scott Powers, Winamac, IN Son

Rebecca (husband: Charles Min) Rausch, Granddaughter

David Rausch, Grandson

Ryan Rodela, Grandson

Andrew Rodela, Grandson

Melissa (Brandon) Hickle, Granddaughter

SaDonna (Kenny) Mayer, Granddaughter

Tonya (Keegan) Kasten Granddaughter

Rose (Evan) Criswell, Granddaughter

13 Great Grandchildren (courtesy of Scott’s daughters)

Ronald Powers, Brother

Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Albert and Hazel [Zellers] Powers, Parents

Beverly [Ludwig] Powers, Wife

Thelma Powers, Sister

Dorothy Watnes, Sister

James Powers, Brother

Lucile Allen Gast, Sister

Richard Powers, Brother

Thomas Powers, Brother

Carol Powers, Infant Brother

Lois Cors Meyer, Sister

Harry Powers, Brother

Visitation will be from 4-7 PM EDT Friday, March 22, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

A Scriptural Wake Service will be held at 7 PM EDT Friday, March 22, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 AM Saturday, March 23, 2024 at St. Peter Catholic Church in Winamac, with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating.

Burial will take place at St. Peter Cemetery in Winamac.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter Cemetery or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

James Oliver ”Jim” Hahn, 83, of Culver, formerly of Crete, IL and DeMotte, IN, passed away following a hard-fought battle with pulmonary fibrosis on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka. 

He was born on November 23, 1940 in Chicago Heights, IL to the late Elmer Arnold and Marie Catherine [Gunther] Hahn. 

Jim was a 1958 graduate of Bloom Township High School in Chicago Heights.  On September 14, 1963, Jim married the love of his life, Charlotte Ann “Shotsie” Grimes, in Steger, IL.  They enjoyed traveling together, notably visiting all 50 states and 6 continents (missing Antarctica).  Jim and Shotsie’s love for each other remained steadfast until the end.

Jim enlisted in the US Army in 1959 and served three years of active duty in the United States Army Signal Corps.  He was transferred to the US Army Reserve and after faithfully serving his country, Jim received an honorable discharge on May 20, 1968.It was during his time in the Signal Corps that Jim learned the trade of information technology which would become his life’s work.  He had a distinguished 33 year career at NIPSCO and retired as the Director of Information Technology.Jim was a longtime board member and past-president of the NIPSCO Federal Credit Union. 

After retirement, he worked as a consultant for several small businesses.

Jim was a man of Christian faith and a devoted member of the St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Culver, IN.  His passion for woodworking together with his devotion to serving the Lord led Jim to undertake a very special project for his parish church.  He lovingly created the beautiful wooden frames for the Stations of the Cross and two wooden candle holders for the altar. 

Jim was always active in the Culver community.  He was a member of the Maxinkuckee Yacht Club andCulver Lions Club.  He served on the Culver Union Township Library Board as a board member and past-president.  Jim enjoyed leisure timeon Lake Maxinkuckee, as well as spending time with his friends in the ROMEO Club and at Wine Time events.  Healso enjoyed building and collecting garden scale trains.  Jim was an avid sports fan and supported Notre Dame Football and Notre Dame Girls Basketball as well as the Chicago Bears and the Chicago White Sox. 

Jim will be dearly missed and forever remembered for his infectious laugh and great stories. 

He is survived by:

Charlotte Ann “Shotsie” [Grimes] Hahn, Culver, IN Wife

Timothy (Jeanne) Hahn, Cary, NC Son

Jeff Hahn, Durham, NC Grandson

Dylan Hahn, Durham, NC Grandson

Judith Hahn, Lisle, IL Sister

William Hahn, Park Forest, IL Brother

Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Elmer Arnold and Marie Catherine [Gunther] Hahn, Parents

Tom Hahn, Brother

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

A Lions Memorial Service will be held at 9:30 AM EDT Friday, April 12, 2024 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Culver, IN and will be followed by the Praying of the Rosary.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM EDT Friday, April 12, 2024 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Culver, with Rev. Stephen Felicichia officiating. 

Private Burial will take place at a later date at the Momence Cemetery in Momence, IL.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Center for Hospice Care, Culver Lions Club, or St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

David E. “Davey” Morrison, 65, of Medaryville, passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Northwest Health Porter Hospital in Valparaiso. 

He was born on February 13, 1959 in Blue Island, IL to the late David I. and Lottie [Miller] Morrison.  In 1978, Davey graduated from West Central High School in Francesville, IN.  He worked his entire life as a truck driver.

Survivors include:

Kenneth (Pamela) Morrison, Brother

Jacqueline Morrison, Sister

Tiffany Meadows, Step Daughter

6 Step Grandchildren

Christopher Morrison, Nephew

Stacy (Mark) Peterson, Niece

Candice Eisert, Niece

2 Great Nieces

Preceded in death by:

David I. and Lottie [Miller] Morrison, Parents

Visitation will be from 12 Noon – 2 PM EDT Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at Teaberry Hill Estates Church in Medaryville.

Funeral Services will be held at 2 PM EDT Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at Teaberry Hill Estates Church in Medaryville, with Pastors Elmer Conley and Johnny Miller officiating. 

Burial will take place at Highland Cemetery in North Judson.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Teaberry Hill Estates Church.

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

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

Mrs. Mary Jane Beliles, 77, of Bourbon, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 11:08 AM on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at her home. 

Taking the hand of our precious Lord, Mary Jane experienced the healing waters.

On August 6, 1947, Mary Jane Bradley was born in Rochester to Rev. Henry and Hildegard Eichler Bradley. Growing up on the farm she shared her childhood with 2 sisters Barb and Joan and two brothers Erve and Chuck.

Mary Jane and Donnie Ray Beliles were married on February 20, 1965, in Silver Lake. They have shared 59 years of life’s adventures. From their union came two daughters and four sons. The added blessings of two more generations have been added to the family tree with arrival of the grandchildren and the great-grands.

As a homemaker, Mary Jane cherished the time with her family. She enjoyed shopping, crocheting gifts of warmth and gardening. Directing the planting and the harvest of the big truck patch was an annual event back in the day. Being self-taught, Mary Jane played the piano and guitar many times adding vocals.   As the matriarch of the family, she was also the lead vocalist for The Beliles Family Singers, sharing the word of the Lord through gospel music.  She was a member and volunteer at God’s Highway to Heaven Pentecostal Church of Warsaw.

Left to cherish  Mary Jane's memory are her husband, Don, two daughters, Cynthia Lynn Robbins and husband David of Warsaw, Pamela Long of Inwood;  three sons, David Allen Beliles and wife Tina of  Mentone, Jason Beliles and wife Julie of Sellersburg,  Adam Beliles and wife Julie of Warsaw; 25 grandchildren;     28 great grandchildren; two sisters, Barbara R. Tam and husband Brad of Fulton, Joan Bradley of Rochester, two brothers, Chuck Bradley and wife Christine of Rochester, Rev. Erve Bradley and wife Dee of Hamlet and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding Mary Jane in death are her parents and infant son Donnie Ray Beliles in 1971.

A celebration of the life of Mary Jane Beliles will be at 1:00 PM on Monday, March 18, 2024, in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 West 18^th St., Rochester.    Pastor Bob Brown will officiate.  

Friends may visit with the family from 1-3 PM on Sunday, March 17, 2024 and one hour prior to the service in the funeral home.

Interment will be in the Sycamore Cemetery. 

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

Chris W. Cummins, 64, of Francesville, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 12, 2024.  He passed away at Franciscan Health Hospital in Lafayette following a brave battle with cancer. 

Chris was born at home in Jefferson Township, Pulaski County, IN to Roscoe “Bud” and Alice M. [Dahn] Cummins. 

He graduated from West Central High School with the class of 1977.  On March 2, 1990, Chris married Beth [Sutton] Roberts in Francesville. 

Chris was a member of the Francesville First Christian Church.  He was thankful for thesupport of both his church family and friends throughout his cancer journey.  Chris will be remembered for the way in which he served the Lord by serving others. 

Chris worked hard his entire life.  After high school, he worked alongside his father at C & L Motors in Medaryville, IN.  He was supervisor at Monon Trailer in Monon, IN and was a laborer for Houston Davis installing drain tile.  Chris was a longtime employee at Standard Auto Parts in Winamac, IN and enjoyed a special friendship with his employers, Bruce & Jill Brumm.  For over 22 years, he was the manager of the Auto Value Store in Rensselaer, IN. 

Chris was a licensed pilot with a passion for flying and building airplanes.  He was a member and president of Rensselaer Experimental Aircraft Association (EEA).  He was also a member of the Cessna 150 Club and received several awards for being a “Top Gun Pilot”.  He was active in the Young Eagles program.  Chris was afforded a high recognition for his integrity and kindness by his fellow pilots and friends.

Chris was an avid golfer, talented builder and painter, and had a gift for restoring automobiles.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son and brother.  Chris will be dearly missed.

He is survived by:

Beth E. Cummins, Francesville, IN Wife

Nichole (Douglas) Perdue, Fortville, IN Daughter

David (Liana) Clark, Whitestown, IN Grandson

NicScagnoli, Asheville, NC Grandson

Anabelle Scagnoli, Asheville, NC Granddaughter

Lucas (s) Perdue, Indianapolis, IN Step Grandchild

Isabelle and Sophia, Great Granddaughters

Roscoe “Bud” and Alice Cummins, Winamac, IN Parents

Barbara (Steve) Bonnet, North Liberty, IA Sister

Patti (Jim) Wolpert Cummins, Indianapolis, IN Sister

Kim (Kathi) Cummins, Bradenton, FL Brother

Dolly Cummins, New Buffalo, MI Sister

Many Nieces and Nephews

Cremation will take place at Frain Crematory in Winamac.

Memorial Visitation will be held at 11 AM – 1 PM EDT Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville.

Memorial Services will be held at 1 PM EDT Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville, with Phil Aldrich and Alan Sutton officiating.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the family c/o Beth Cummins.

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

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

Jack L. Horn, 85, of Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he   passed away at 5:05 PM on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at his home.

On December 12, 1938, Jack Lee Horn was born in Warsaw to Clarence Wilbur and Dorothy L. Tobey Horn. Growing up he shared his childhood with a sister, Carolyn. Proudly he graduated with the Talma High School class of 1957.

Jack married the love of his life, Helen Deaton on February 22, 1959. They have shared 65 years of life’s adventures.  From their union came two children, Pamela and Jeffrey.  The family tree continued to grow with the added blessings of two more generations.

Jack’s parents were charter members of The Church of Christ.  As a servant to the Lord,  Jack was a member there, serving on various committees and as a past Deacon. A dedicated machine operator, Jack worked at Sonoco Products for 42 years.  Mowing yards with great precision and competing in tractor pulls with his Wheel Horse was always a wonderful way to relax.  He drove his Pontiac Grand Prix with great pride, always keeping it detailed to perfection. Jack and Helen made memorable scenic driving trips to California with Pam and Jeff, seeing the sights of multiple states by taking different routes.  The trips were of great adventure and each on lasted three weeks.

Jack is lovingly remembered by his wife Helen; daughter, Pamela McCoy and husband Joseph of Lancaster, Ohio; son Jeffrey J. Horn of Rochester; four grandchildren: Brad Horn and wife Michelle, Brandon Horn, Jesse McCoy and wife Sarah, Rachel McCoy; four great-grandchildren:  Azalia Horn, Matthias Horn, Milo McCoy, Cooper McCoy; and sister Carolyn Metzger of Greenwood.

Preceding Jack in death are his parents.

A celebration of the life of Jack L.  Horn will be at 6:30 PM on Monday, March 18, 2024, at The Church of Christ, 120 E. 5th St.  Rochester. Pastor Jim Dillinger will officiate. Friends may visit with the family from 4:30 – 6:30 in the church.  Interment will be in the Graceland Cemetery of Claypool. 

Ruth E. Norman, 89, of Akron, passed peacefully at 10:30 am, Friday, March 8, 2024 at her residence.
Ruth was born on Sept. 29, 1934 in Ivyton, Magoffin County, Kentucky to the late Otto and Elloree (Hopkins) Fletcher. They moved to Indiana when she was just 2 weeks of age. She was a graduate of Burket High School. Ruth married the love of her life, Oren D. Norman on July 11, 1953 in Athens, Indiana. They spent 69 years together until his passing on July 13, 2022.
She and her husband built a family together. Surviving Ruth are her sons Richard Norman, Mike Norman, and Arthur and wife Melissa Norman all of Akron; daughter Becky and husband Gordon Rust of Seymour; granddaughters Leslie Rust and Hailee Norman; daughter-in-law Leisa Norman of Mentone; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters and a brother as well as her parents and husband Oren.
Ruth helped on the farm milking cows, raising chickens, and maintained a large garden to can and freeze produce. She also worked as a data entry clerk for Rochester Metal Products retiring after 9 and a half years.
She was a longtime active member of the Pleasant Hill Church. She enjoyed being in her kitchen making noodles, bread, pies, and cookies and relaxing by reading.
The funeral service will take place at 10:30 am, Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Hartzler Funeral Home 305 West Rochester Street Akron, Indiana with Rev. Wayne Balmer officiating.
The interment will take place following the service in the Akron Cemetery, Akron, Indiana.
Visitation hours will be held from 4 pm to 7 pm, Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, Indiana.
Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to the Riley Children’s Foundation 500 N. Meridian Street, Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204.

James Oliver ”Jim” Hahn, 83, of Culver, IN (formerly of Crete, IL and DeMotte, IN) passed away following a hard-fought battle with pulmonary fibrosis on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka.

He was born on November 23, 1940 in Chicago Heights, IL to the late Elmer Arnold and Marie Catherine [Gunther] Hahn. Jim was a 1958 graduate of Bloom Township High School in Chicago Heights. On September 14, 1963, Jim married the love of his life, Charlotte Ann “Shotsie” Grimes, in Steger, IL. They enjoyed traveling together, notably visiting all 50 states and 6 continents (missing Antarctica). Jim and Shotsie’s love for each other remained steadfast until the end.

Jim enlisted in the US Army in 1959 and served three years of active duty in the United States Army Signal Corps. He was transferred to the US Army Reserve and after faithfully serving his country, Jim received an honorable discharge on May 20, 1968. It was during his time in the Signal Corps that Jim learned the trade of information technology which would become his life’s work. He had a distinguished 33 yearlong career at NIPSCO and retired as the Director of Information Technology. Jim was a longtime board member and past-president of the NIPSCO Federal Credit Union. After retirement, he worked as a consultant for several small businesses.

Jim was a man of Christian faith and a devoted member of the St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Culver, IN. His passion for woodworking together with his devotion to serving the Lord led Jim to undertake a very special project for his parish church. He lovingly created the beautiful wooden frames for the Stations of the Cross and two wooden candle holders for the altar.

Jim was always active in the Culver community. He was a member of the Maxinkuckee Yacht Club and Culver Lions Club. He served on the Culver Union Township Library Board as a board member and past-president. Jim enjoyed leisure time on Lake Maxinkuckee, as well as spending time with his friends in the ROMEO Club and at Wine Time events. He also enjoyed building and collecting garden scale trains. Jim was an avid sports fan and supported Notre Dame Football and Notre Dame Girls Basketball as well as the Chicago Bears and the Chicago White Sox.

Jim will be dearly missed and forever remembered for his infectious laugh and great stories.

He is survived by:

Charlotte Ann “Shotsie” [Grimes] Hahn, Culver, IN Wife

Timothy (Jeanne) Hahn, Cary, NC Son

Jeff Hahn, Durham, NC Grandson

Dylan Hahn, Durham, NC Grandson

Judith Hahn, Lisle, IL Sister

William Hahn, Park Forest, IL Brother

Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Elmer Arnold and Marie Catherine [Gunther] Hahn, Parents

Tom Hahn, Brother

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

A Lions Memorial Service will be held at 9:30 AM EDT Friday, April 12, 2024 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Culver, IN and will be followed by the Praying of the Rosary.

A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 AM EDT Friday, April 12, 2024 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Culver, IN with Rev. Stephen Felicichia officiating.

Private burial will take place at a later date at the Momence Cemetery in Momence, IL.

Memorial contributions may be made to Center for Hospice Care, Culver Lions Club, or St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church.

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

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

Mary “Deb” Coble, 70, of Winamac, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 2, 2024 following a brave battle with cancer.

She was born on June 20, 1953 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to the late Arthur and Mary [O’Rourke] Chinery. In 1971, Deb graduated from Andrean High School in Gary, IN and moved to Winamac later that year.

Deb worked at Miller’s Department Store for short time, ran a daycare out of her home for several years, and worked at Eaton until it closed - which allowed her to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse. Deb worked full-time and raised three teenagers while attending nursing school at Ivy Tech. She graduated top of her class and began a career at Pulaski Memorial Hospital that ended in 2020 when she was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma.

Deb enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. She liked to take walks and travel to new places as well as going to movies and live music shows. She also enjoyed book club (even if she didn’t finish the book!). Deb loved Christmastime, bird watching, gardening, and good food.

Deb was a longtime member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac where she served as a liturgical minister and was active in the Christian Mother’s. She was a former Girl Scout leader. Deb will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by:

Kellie (Brian) Ritchie, Anderson, IN Daughter

Michael (Dee) Coble, Winamac, IN Son

Richard (Stephanie) Coble, Knox, IN Son

Elaine (Josh Huelat) Bacewic, Knox, IN Daughter

Robert (Brenda McIntosh) Coble, Winamac, IN Son

Ashley Ritchie, Granddaughter

Tyler Ritchie, Grandson

Zoey Coble, Granddaughter

Zane Coble, Grandson

Zelda Coble, Granddaughter

Dalton Bacewic, Grandson

Wyatt Bacewic, Grandson

Keagan Huelat, Grandson

Noel Coble, Ex-Husband

Preceded in death by:

Arthur and Mary [O’Rourke] Chinery, Parents

Anne Marie Chinery, Sister

Visitation will be from 3-8 PM EST Friday, March 8, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

A Scriptural Wake Service will be held at 8 PM EST Friday at the funeral home and will be followed by a Nursing Honor Guard Ceremony.

A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM EST Saturday, March 9, 2024 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac, IN with Rev. Dennis Faker Officiating.

Following services, cremation will take place at Frain Crematory in Winamac, IN.

Private burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery in Portage, IN.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation or Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

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

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

S. Paul Meyer, 84, of Winamac, passed away Friday, March 1, 2024 at Hickory Creek in Winamac. 

He was born on August 30, 1939 in rural Pulaski County, IN to the late Sylvester William and Margaret Ilene [Kline] Meyer. 

Paul graduated from Pulaski High School in 1957. 

He married Janice C. Braun on May 7, 1960 in Winamac.  She survives.

Fondly known as the Gas Man, Paul delivered fuel to local farmers for over 30 years.  He was a talented woodworker and made numerous birdhouses over the years.  Paul and Janice loved spending summer weekends at Foxwood Hills in Middlebury, IN.  They enjoyed taking their grandchildren on vacations.

Paul was a longtime member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pulaski and formerly served on the Parish Council.  He was a charter member and past treasurer of the Star City Lions Club.  Paul previously served on the Pulaski White Rural Telephone Cooperative Board and Pulaski County Council. 

Paul was a legendary storyteller.  Whether it was telling jokes around the campfire or just spinning a yarn in public, Paul never met a stranger.  He will be remembered for his great sense of humor and friendly demeanor. 

He is survived by:

Janice C. [Braun] Meyer, Winamac, IN Wife

Kimberly A. (Robert “Bob”) Daily, Kewanna, IN Daughter

Marie A. (Doug) Roth, Winamac, IN Granddaughter

David A. (Jennifer) Meyer, Star City, IN Grandson

Daniel P. (Stephanie) Meyer, Star City, IN Grandson

Heather K. (Austin) Clark, Winamac, IN Granddaughter

Cassandra M. (Bronson Monical) Hanson, Fulton, IN Granddaughter

Brody M. Roth, Great Grandson

Cash M. Roth, Great Grandson

Grace K. Roth, Great Granddaughter

Brock A. (Libby) Guzman, Step Great Grandson

Adam N. (Morgan) Wallace, Step Great Grandson

Riley W. (Melissa Bradley) Shafer, Step Great Grandson

Hannah M. Meyer, Great Granddaughter

Lydia G. Meyer, Great Granddaughter

Linda (Rick) Rausch, Anderson, IN Sister

Preceded in death by:

Sylvester William and Margaret Ilene [Kline] Meyer, Parents

Randy J. Meyer, Son

Katherine J. Meyer, Daughter

Dora (Bob) Fisher, Sister

Tony Meyer, Brother

Visitation will be from 11 AM – 1:30 PM EST Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pulaski, IN.

A Lion’s Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 PM EST Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pulaski, IN and will be followed by the Praying of the Rosary.

A funeral mass will be held at 2 PM EST Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pulaski, IN with Rev. Dennis Faker officiating.

Burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery West in Pulaski.

Memorial Contributions made to St. Joseph Catholic Church or Pulaski Animal Center or Star City Lions Club.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Mark E. Stout, 72, of Star City, passed away at 4:38 PM on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne. 

He was born on February 13, 1952 in rural Winamac to the late Burl and Fern [Roberts] Stout. 

Mark graduated from West Central High School in 1970.  

On November 17, 1973, he married Sharron L. “Sherry” Korner.  Mark was a loving husband and devoted dad.  He supported his grandkids in all that they did.  Mark greatly enjoyed family reunions.

Mark worked at Galbreath for 49 years where he made a lot of friendships over the years.  He worked hard his entire life and was a talented welder.  Mark had previously worked at US Steel, A & A Sheet Metal, and FRATCO. 

Mark attended Heartland Church in Winamac.  He was an avid Mopar enthusiast and a dog lover (especially Belle).  He enjoyed being outdoors especially mowing the lawn, fishing on Fletcher Lake, and working on his old Buick.  He also enjoyed woodworking.  Mark will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved him. 

Survivors include:

Sharron L. “Sherry” Korner, Star City, IN Wife

Ryan (fiancée: Ana Barraza) Stout, Rancho, CA Son

Sean (fiancée: Melissa Humphrey) Stout, Star City, IN Son

Tricia Lowry, Kewanna, IN Daughter-in-law

Andrew Risner, Grandson

Magdalen Stout, Granddaughter

Cooper Stout, Grandson

Kori Stout, Granddaughter

LovillaTetzloff, Howe, IN Sister

Leroy (Maggie) Stout, Star City, IN Brother

Carol Pinks, Winamac, IN Sister

Devon Stout, Star City, IN Brother

Carol Stout, Crawfordsville, IN Sister-in-law

Jim Dunkel, LaGrange, IN Brother-in-law

Kathy (Kirk) Good, Tyler, TX Sister-in-law

Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Burl and Fern [Roberts] Stout, Parents

Robert and Mary [McClure] Korner, In-laws

Arnold Lavon Stout, Brother

Darlene Kay (Charles) Stout, Sister

Ruth Elaine (Bill) Oliver, Sister

Lowell Thomas Stout, Brother

Roberta Jo (Don) Johns, Sister

Shirley Fay Dunkel, Sister

George Burley (Edris) Stout, Brother

Charles Pinks, Brother-in-law

Hugh Tetzloff, Brother-in-law

Bonnie Stout, Sister-in-law

Michael Jones, Nephew

Leroy (Wanda) Stout, Jr., Nephew

Douglas Stout, Nephew

Visitation will be from 4-8 PM EST Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Funeral services will be held at 10 AM EST Friday, March 8, 2024 at Heartland Church in Winamac, IN with Pastor Heath Hiatt officiating.

Burial will take place at Koster Cemetery in Francesville, IN. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Pulaski Animal Center or Warrior Youth Baseball or Star City Lions Club. 

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com

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

Barbara B. Reeves, 68, of Leesburg, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at  6:50 PM on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at her home. 

On April 15, 1955, Barbara B. Swanson was born in Detroit, Michigan.  She was a treasured daughter of Lynden E. SR. and Barbara E. Grance Swanson. As the second oldest growing up she shared her childhood with a brother Junior and two sisters Carol and Judy.

In Belle County Texas, Barbara and Edwin W. Reeves were married on September 20, 1971. They shared 46 years of life’s adventures.  Together they raised three children: Edwin II, Lori,  and Jesse.  The family tree continued to grow with the added blessings of two more generations. Sadly, he passed away on February 13, 2017.

Gifted with her hands, Barbara created gifts of warmth for family and special friends by crocheting.  She enjoyed the competition of spirited games of bingo.  Barbara could be found on Saturdays in the early morning in search of treasures at yard sales or going to auctions. She rescued Lady and dearly loved both Lady and Punkin.

Grandma Barbara was talented with her culinary skills. She was best known for her macaroni and potato salads and cool Jello pie.  She totally enjoyed being surrounded by her family during special celebrations and the holidays.

Left to cherish  Barbara's memory are a daughter, Lori Sechrist and husband Monty of  Leesburg; four sons: Edwin Reeves II and wife Teresa  of Leesburg, Jesse Reeves and wife Brandy of  Pierceton, Andy Wright and wife Deborah of Warsaw, Ben Wright and wife Kacey of  Bremen; nine grandchildren:  Ashley Reeves, Alex Reeves, Jordan Crane, Brandon Sechrist, Eric Sechrist, Hailee Blackburn, Bryant Reeves, Lily Reeves, Abby Reeves; six great-grandchildren: Broly, Marley, Danica, Jaxsyn, Harley and Charleigh; sister, Judy Lowe and husband  Loren of Talma; a sister-in-law Terry Yeazel of Talma;  several nieces and nephews; and two canine companions, Lady the tan and white with black tail special blend and Punkin the tan and black Chi-wiener.

Preceding Barbara in death are her parents; husband Edwin; infant twin daughters: Cendy Lee and Wendy Lee; a brother, Junior Swanson; a  sister Carol Tenzagloski; and Grandmother Alice Rogroski.  

A celebration of the life of Barbara B. Reeves will be at 2:00 PM on Tuesday,  March 5, 2024, in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 West 18th St., Rochester.  

Friends may visit with the family from noon until the hour of the service.  Interment will be in the Athens - Hoover Cemetery.  

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to  Kosciusko County Animal Shelter 1048 325 E, Pierceton, IN 46562 

Mary “Deb” Coble, 70, of Winamac, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 2,  following a brave battle with cancer. 

She was born on June 20, 1953 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to the late Arthur and Mary [O’Rourke] Chinery. 

In 1971, Deb graduated from Andrean High School in Gary, IN and moved to Winamac later that year. 

Deb worked at Miller’s Department Store for short time, ran a daycare out of her home for several years, and worked at Eaton until it closed - which allowed her to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse.  Deb worked full-time and raised three teenagers while attending nursing school at Ivy Tech.  She graduated top of her class and began a career at Pulaski Memorial Hospital that ended in 2020 when she was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma.

Deb enjoyed spending time with her friends and family.  She liked to take walks and travel to new places as well as going to movies and live music shows.  She also enjoyed book club (even if she didn’t finish the book!).  Deb loved Christmastime, bird watching, gardening, and good food.

Deb was a longtime member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac where she served as a liturgical minister and was active in the Christian Mother’s.  She was a former Girl Scout leader.  Deb will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by:

Kellie (Brian) Ritchie, Anderson, IN Daughter

Michael (Dee) Coble, Winamac, IN Son

Richard (Stephanie) Coble, Knox, IN Son

Elaine (Josh Huelat) Bacewic, Knox, IN Daughter

Robert (Brenda McIntosh) Coble, Winamac, IN Son

Ashley Ritchie, Granddaughter

Tyler Ritchie, Grandson

Zoey Coble, Granddaughter

Zane Coble, Grandson

Zelda Coble, Granddaughter

Dalton Bacewic, Grandson

Wyatt Bacewic, Grandson

Keagan Huelat, Grandson

Noel Coble, Ex-Husband

Preceded in death by:

Arthur and Mary [O’Rourke] Chinery, Parents

Anne Marie Chinery, Sister

Visitation will be from 3-8 PM EST Friday, March 8, 2024 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

A scriptural wake service will be held at 8 PM EST Friday at the funeral home and will be followed by a Nursing Honor Guard Ceremony.

A funeral Mmass will be held at 11 AM EST Saturday, March 9, 2024 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac, IN with Rev. Dennis Faker Officiating.

Following services, cremation will take place at Frain Crematory 

Private burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery in Portage.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation or Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. 

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

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

Samuel Alva, 72, of Medaryville, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024 at IU Health Hospital in Lafayette.

He was born on June 3, 1951 in Rensselaer, IN to the late Benjamin and Naomi [Villalobos] Alva. Sam graduated from West Central High School in 1969. On June 15, 1974, he married the love of his life, Vicky Koekenberg at the Medaryville Christian Church. They were looking forward to celebrating their Golden Wedding Anniversary in June.

Sam was a member of the Medaryville Christian Church. He was retired from Talbert Manufacturing after being a welder for 38 years. Sam was an avid Miami Dolphins and IU Basketball fan. He proudly supported his daughters throughout their athletic careers. He was a proud Papa to Aria and Emma. Sam will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by:

Vicky [Koekenberg] Alva, Medaryville, IN Wife

Stephanie (Kevin) Miller, Francesville, IN Daughter

Tiffany (Chad) Jones, Ft. Wayne, IN Daughter

2 Granddaughters: Aria and Emma

Moses (Colleen) Alva, North Judson, IN Brother

Rick Koekenberg, Monticello, IN Brother-in-law

Phil Byers, Wanatah, IN Brother-in-law

Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Benjamin and Naomi [Villalobos] Alva, Parents

Nathan Samuel Alva, Infant Son

Eliza V. Alva, Infant Sister

Febe Byers, Sister

Rachel (Ron) Tanner, Sister

Ofelia Alva, Sister

Jesse Alva, Brother

Bernard and Juanita [Ellison] Koekenberg, In-laws

Visitation will be from 10 AM – 2 PM EST Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Medaryville Christian Church (112 S. Jefferson St. Medaryville, IN 47957).

Services will be held at 2 PM EST Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Medaryville Christian Church with Ministers Wes Raley and Tony Schabel officiating.

Burial will take place at White Post Cemetery in Medaryville, IN.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Medaryville Christian Church.

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

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

Richard Alan Cain, 65, of rural Argos, passed away on February 25, 2024, at 4:18 p.m. at his residence.

On August 7, 1958, in LaPorte, Indiana he was born to Ralph E. Cain and Donna (Houser) Cain. He’s lived in Argos community for the past 20 years having lived in Rolling Prairie, Indiana prior.

On May 20, 2004, he married Lisa G. Devereux and together they shared the next 20 years.

Richard worked at Unifrax in New Carlisle, Indiana for 44 years and was a graduate of New Prairie High School with the class of 1976.

Richard is survived by his Wife – Lisa Cain of Argos

Daughters – Sarah Bracken and husband Joey of Englewood, Florida; and Andrea Stolpe and husband Travis of Omaha, Nebraska

Son – Christopher Cain and wife Chrissy of Plymouth, Indiana

Step-Son - Jarrod Heyse and wife Krista of Knoxville, Tennessee

7 Grandchildren - Cole, Finnegan, Calvin, Ava, Taylor, Beau, and Autry 

Sisters – Pamela Covell and husband Scott of Hampton, Virginia; Susan Turner and (Eugene Murray) of Kentucky  

He is preceded in death by his Parents

In honor of Richard Cain’s memory, you can donate to:  Marshall County Humane Society, PO Box 22, Plymouth, Indiana 46563; Plymouth Junior League, PO Box 55, Plymouth, Indiana 46563; NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness, 4301 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington VA 22203

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

Harold Eugene "Gene" Miller, 90, of rural Akron, Indiana passed away on February 28, 2024 at 2:24 a.m. at his residence.

On January 28, 1934, in Paxton, Illinois Gene was born to Kenneth Eugene Miller and Irene L. (Marshall) Miller. 

He has lived in Akron, Indiana for 67 years since 1957 having lived in Illinois prior.

On December 25, 1954, at the Silver Creek Church of God he married Carolyn Sue Gagnon and for the past 70 years they shared the joys, worries, tenderness, and companionship of their married life.

Gene was a farmer and was a faithful member of the Silver Lake Gospel Hill Church, Silver Lake, Indiana, and was a graduate of Paxton High School with the class of 1952. Gene had been involved for many years in the horse racing circle, he raised and raced many harness racing horses out of his stable "Broken Arrow Stables".  He was very active in the Nappanee Raceway and the ITPA and was elected to the ITPA Hall-of-Fame in 2013.

Gene is survived by his wife – Carolyn Miller of Akron, Indiana

Daughters – Tammy Miller of Warsaw, Indiana; Lisa Hoffman and husband Todd of Rochester, Indiana; Penny Shewman and husband Dwight of Mentone, Indiana

Sons – Kevin Miller and wife Judy of Akron, Indiana; Stan Miller and wife Kerri of Akron.

14 Grandchildren  16 Great Grandchildren 

Sister – Janet F. Wood of Winona Lake, Indiana; Karen Sue Weaver and husband Ken of Fort Wayne, Indiana

Brother – Robert Miller and wife Margaret of Burket, Indiana

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Sister – Phyllis Cook

Friends may visit with the family on Sunday March 3, 2024, from 3 – 7 p.m. at the Gospel Hill Church, 303 S. Jefferson St., Silver Lake, Indiana. 

Funeral services will be held Monday March 4, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Church with Rev. Bobby Board and Justin Harshman. 

Burial will follow at the Nichols Cemetery, Akron, Indiana

To honor Gene's memory memorial montributions may be made to:  St. Jude’s Children Hospital or Nappanee Raceway

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

Monte L. Wilson, 79, of North Manchester and formerly of Akron, Indiana passed at 11:56 pm, Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024 at Peabody Retirement Community of North Manchester, Indiana.
Monte was born on May 20, 1944 in Granite City, Illinois to the late Rev. Jack and Mary (Wiltshire) Wilson. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving for 20 years. He married Mary Ann Ruff Wilhite and they had 20 years together. She preceded him in death on June 19, 2020. He was a member of the American Legion Post 286 of North Manchester. He loved music, fishing, and his dogs.
He is survived by his children Andy and wife Mary Ann Wilson of New Jersey, Erika Wilson of Mitchel, Ind., and Cody and wife Stacy Dobner of Orleans, Ind.; 8 Grandchildren; 4 Great Grandchildren; sister Yvonne and husband Harold Lent of Sidney; brother John Wilson of San Diego, California.
Monte was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary Ann, son Vincent Edward Wilson, and 4 siblings.
Following his wishes, no services will be held at this time.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Iris M. Kelley, 91, of Atwood, Indiana, also of Warsaw and Etna Green, peacefully entered Heaven to join her Lord and Savior and her husband at 3:45 am, Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at her residence.
Iris was born on Sept. 24, 1932 in Pierceton, Indiana to the late Clarence L. and Luella Irene (Meredith) Drabenstott. She married on July 2, 1950 in Rochester, Ind. to Walter “Joe” Kelley. They were married 58 years until the time of his passing on Dec. 2, 2008. During their marriage, Iris was employed by Warsaw Coil for 39 years.
Iris was presently a member of the Mentone United Methodist Church and also Harrison Center E.U.B. Church of Etna Green as well as the Word of Truth Ministries of Milford. Iris taught children's Sunday School classes for over 40 years. She loved keeping journals and had many entries of activities, achievements and humorous happenings of all her family. She loved watching Purdue University, the Colts and Walter Payton. Pictures of her kids, grandchildren, great grandchildren and her great great grandchildren filled her living room walls. Her Lord Jesus Christ and Family was her most precious possession. The family would like to give a special thank you to Stillwater Hospice for their assistance through this difficult time.
She is survived by her daughters Josie and husband Lew Snell of Walkerton, Ind. and their sons Steve and wife Diane and Brian and wife Cali, Debra and husband Harry Stambaugh of Mentone, Ind. and their son Thomas and wife Shelley and daughter Cortney and husband Zachary Pulsipher, and Pamela and husband William Wright of Leesburg, Ind. and their sons James and wife Marianne and Jacob; sons Michael and wife Dee Kelley of Milford, Ind. and their son Rob and wife Lori Vance and daughter Rejeana and husband Kevin Mickem and Philip and wife Fanny Kelley of Atwood, Ind. and their sons Zachary and wife Heather, Bryce and wife Taylor, and daughter Rachel and husband Jed Snow; 29 Great Grandchildren; 5 Great Great Grandchildren; and sisters Phyllis Bryan and Mary Stamper both of Elkhart, Ind. Iris will be missed by many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.

Iris was preceded in death by her parents, husband Joe, sister Patricia, brothers L.C. and Daniel.
The funeral service will take place at 10:30 am, Monday, March 4, 2024 at King Memorial Home 101 North Tucker Street Mentone, Indiana with Pastor Emily Gearhart and Pastor Michael Kelley officiating.
The interment will take place in the Harrison Center (Wooden) Cemetery, Etna Green, Ind. following the service.
Visitation hours will be held from 2 pm to 5 pm, Sunday, March 3, 2024 at King Memorial Home Mentone, Indiana.
Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to the Mentone United Methodist Church 116 E. Main St. Mentone, IN. 46539 or to the Word of Truth Ministries P.O. Box 478 Milford, IN 46542.

Nettie L. Gray, 82, of Argos, passed away at 4:31 PM on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at Brickyard Healthcare of Elkhart.

On October 21, 1941 Nettie was born in Bremen to Harrison and Eleda Ruth  Macomber Heckaman. Growing up she shared her childhood with four siblings. Proudly she graduated with the Class of 1958 from Bremen High School.

Nettie and Donald A. Gray were married on July 20, 1967 in Rochester. They shared 50 years of life’s adventures. Sadly, he passed away on December 22, 2017.

Don and Nettie owned and operated Gray’s Ten Pin Auction until retiring in 2010. Nettie was the auction clerk and was known for keeping things in order.

Over the years, Nettie’s favorite place to go was the Argos Public Library. She loved to visit with friends and to work on the latest jigsaw puzzles.

Left to cherish the memories of Nettie are four nieces and nephews: Peggy Johnson of Goshen, Conny Nichols and husband Verle of Plymouth, Jeffery Balsley of Big Fork, Minn, Tracy Balsley and wife Judy of Bremen.

Preceding Nettie in death are her parents, husband, four siblings and a nephew Perry Balsley.

Nettie donated her body to the Anatomical Education Program at the Indiana University School of Medicine.

Following Nettie’s wishes, there will not be any services. The Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the Argos Public Library, 142, North Michigan St., Argos, IN 46501

Shelly Rena (Case) Layton, 50, Peru, and formerly of Denver, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at her residence,

Born May 1, 1973, in Marion, Indiana, she was the daughter Joe Miller and Anna Case Dunn.  

Shelly was a 1992 graduate of North Miami High School where she had been a football manager.  She was a patient access lead at Dukes Hospital, where she worked in the registration department.  She loved her job and cared so much about the people that she worked with, both patients and co-workers.  Shelly had many close friends and treasured each person that was part of her life; she made her friends feel loved like they were family, and was truly a person who would give the shirt off of her back to anyone that needed it.  She loved Elvis, collecting Coke memorabilia, scrapbooking, knitting, and vacationing in Tennessee.  

Family was a very important part of her life, and she loved all of those who she leaves behind dearly, her two children, son, Garret P. Layton, Peru; and daughter, Megan G. Layton, Peru; two sisters, Cheryl (Lisa) Case, Logansport; and Sherry Shipley, Marion; as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Ricky Bradshaw II.

Visitation will be from Noon-4 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.