Katie Norem

KNOX – Katie Norem, 43, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024. She was born on December 9, 1980 in Knox to John and Kathy Norem and lived in the area her entire life.

Katie was loved by many and remembered for her free, kind, and creative spirit. She graduated from Knox High School in 1999 and later earned her Associate’s Degree from Ancilla College in general studies. Many will also remember her from her years of working diligently at the Hamlet Feed Mill.

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Emanuel C. “Mann” Hoover

Funeral services for Emanuel C. “Mann” Hoover, 86, of Star City, will be Thursday, July 25 at 11 a.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary. Visitation is Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. ET and Thursday, July 25 one hour prior to services. Memorial contributions may be made to Pulaski Fest-a-Mill for the annual Christmas light display.

Matthew C. Damore

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date for Matthew C. Damore, 66, of Cape Coral, Florida. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.

Karen M. (Cooley) Bollhoefer

Graveside services for Karen M. (Cooley) Bollhoefer, 77, of Francesville, will be Tuesday, August 6 at 11 a.m. ET at the Highland Cemetery in North Judson. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pulaski Animal Center in Winamac. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.

Linda K. Rusk

Graveside Services for Linda K. Rusk, 70, of Francesville, will be Tuesday, July 23 at 2 p.m. ET at the Roseland Cemetery in Francesville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Francesville Volunteer Fire Department. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.

Ronald Trusty

A Memorial Service for Ronald Trusty, 74, of Knox, will be Friday, August 16 at 7 p.m. CT at the Braman and Son Memorial Chapel in Knox, with visitation there Friday, August 16 from 5 p.m. until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made in Ron’s name to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Jack Fisher

Private burial will take place at a later date for Jack Fisher, 71, of Winamac. Memorial contributions may be made to the Winamac Volunteer Fire Department. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.

Roland Dale “Rod” Lowry

Funeral services for Roland Dale “Rod” Lowry, 96, of Winamac, will be Friday, July 19 at 2 p.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Visitation is Thursday, July 18 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET and Friday, July 19 one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Medaryville Christian Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Betty M. Mullens

Services for Betty M. Mullens, 64, of Winamac, will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.

Marilynne Joy Wilson

Funeral services for Marilynne Joy Wilson, 72, of Knox, will be Thursday, July 18 at 1 p.m. CT at the Braman and Son Memorial Chapel in Knox, with visitation there Thursday, July 18 from 10 a.m. CT until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made in Marilynne’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. https://www.stjude.org/donate.

Susan J. Biddle Huff

Funeral services for Susan J. Biddle Huff, 68, of North Judson, will be Wednesday, July 17 at 1 p.m. CT at the Braman and Bailey Funeral Home in North Judson, with visitation there Wednesday, July 17 from 10 a.m. CT until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Deloris Freet

Funeral services for Deloris Freet, 91, of Grovertown, will be Thursday, July 18 at 1 p.m. CT at the Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel, with visitation there Thursday, July 18 from 11 a.m. CT until the time of services.

Tammy Robey

Graveside services for Tammy Robey, 61, of South Bend, will be Friday, July 19 at 1 p.m. CT at the Eagle Creek Cemetery in Knox. No other services or visitation are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the family to assist with Tammy’s final expenses. The Rannells Funeral Home, Koontz Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Colleen F. (Biedron)] Good

Memorial services for Colleen F. (Biedron) Good, 79, of Winamac, will be Saturday, July 13 at 11 a.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Visitation is Friday, July 12 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. ET at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Christian Mothers of St. Peter’s Church.

Ronnie Dean Back

No services are scheduled for Ronnie Dean Back, 81, of Knox. Interment will take place at Crown Hill Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in Ronnie’s name to the Knox American Legion Post #131, 707 S. Heaton St., Knox, IN 46534.

Brigitte A. Simpkins

Funeral services for Brigitte A. Simpkins, of Walkerton, will be Thursday, July 11 at 2 p.m. CT at the Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel. Visitation is Wednesday, July 10 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. CT and Thursday, July 11 one hour prior to services at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to American Cancer Society.