George E. Fogarty, age 96, of Knox, IN, passed away at home on February 29, 2024. On October 13, 1927, in Hammond, IN, he was born to parents Arthur Fogarty & Mary (Helms) Fogarty.
Dawn Tipton
Funeral services for Dawn Tipton, of LaCrosse, will be Tuesday, March 5 at 1 p.m. CT at the Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel, with visitation there from 11 a.m. CT until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family to help with this sudden and unexpected loss.
Fafalene “Fluff” Howard Jenkins
A Celebration of Life for Fafalene “Fluff” Howard Jenkins, 86, of Winamac, will be Saturday, March 9 at 11 a.m. ET at the Opera House in Winamac, with visitation there one hour prior to services. Memorial contributions can be made to Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary or to a charity of the donor’s choice. The Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
Virginia J. Combs
Funeral services for Virginia J. Combs, 79, of Knox, will be Tuesday, March 5 at 6 p.m. CT at the Braman and Son Memorial Chapel in Knox, with visitation there from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. CT. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Pamela Troike
Interment for Pamela Troike, 67, of Rensselaer, will take place in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Braman and Bailey Funeral Home of North Judson is in charge of arrangements.
Mary E. Swartzell
Private Graveside Services for Mary E. Swartzell, 84, of Winamac, were held at Reed Cemetery in Winamac. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church or Reed Cemetery. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.
Lena Sue “Hoppie” Hopfinger
Private burial will take place for Lena Sue “Hoppie” Hopfinger, 80, of Winamac. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.
Mary Grace Emigh
Graveside services for Mary Grace Emigh, 82, of Walkerton, will be held Monday, March 4 at 2 p.m. ET at Woodlawn Cemetery in Walkerton. Memorial contributions in Mary’s memory may be made to Pet Refuge, Inc. (4626 S. Burnett Dr., South Bend, IN 46614). The Rannells Funeral Home, Koontz Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Martha Bradley
Funeral services for Martha Bradley, 77, of Knox, will be Friday, March 1 at 11 a.m. CT at the Braman and Son Memorial Chapel in Knox, with visitation there Thursday, February 29 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. CT. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
Samuel Alva
Funeral services for Samuel Alva, 72, of Medaryville, will be Saturday, March 2 at 2 p.m. ET at the Medaryville Christian Church with visitation there from 10 a.m. ET until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to the Medaryville Christian Church. The Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville is in charge of arrangements.
Gene L. Austin
Military Graveside Services for Gene L. Austin, 92, of Monon, will be Monday, February 26 at 2:30 p.m. ET at the Chapel Cemetery in Monon. Visitation is Monday, February 26 from noon to 2 p.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. Memorial contributions may be made to Monon Volunteer Fire Department, Francesville American Legion, Indiana State Police Alliance, or Humane Society.
William H. “Billy” Boyd III
William H. “Billy” Boyd III, age 38, of Knox, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024. Billy was born June 29, 1985 in Chicago to William H. Boyd Jr. and Barbara Boyd.
Scott M. Sorg
Scott M. Sorg, age 57, of Culver, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024. Scott was born May 28, 1966 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Rev. Nelda Jean Seger
Funeral services for Rev. Nelda Jean Seger, 72, of Winamac, will be Saturday, February 24 at 11 a.m. ET at the First Christian Church in Winamac. Visitation is Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac and one hour prior to services Saturday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church, or to St. James Salem / St. John United Church of Christ, or to First Presbyterian Church.
Rosalie Speckman
Rosalie Speckman, aged 88, of Knox, IN, passed away on February 17, 2024, in Valparaiso, IN. She was born on June 30, 1935, to parents Theodore and Charlotte Glowinski.
Jonathon Allen Peddicord
Funeral services for Jonathon Allen Peddicord, 20, of Knox, will be Saturday, February 24 at 1 p.m. CT at the Braman and Son Memorial Chapel in Knox, with visitation there from 10 a.m. CT until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
Barbara Ann Hurlburt
Funeral services for Barbara Ann Hurlburt, 68, of Winamac, will be Thursday, February 22 at 6 p.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac, with visitation there from 4 p.m. ET until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.
Carolina Catherine Wiwi
Funeral services for Carolina Catherine Wiwi of Walkerton will be Monday, February 26 at 2 p.m. ET at the Rannells Funeral Home, Koontz Lake Chapel, with visitation there from noon ET until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions in Carol’s memory be made to the Walkerton Elementary School.
Patricia Whitesell
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date for 76-year-old Patricia Whitesell of Plymouth. The Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Denise L. Peterson
Denise L. Peterson, age 66, of Knox, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024. Denise was born July 29, 1957 in Evergreen Park, Illinois to Edward W. Sidabras and Lenore Sidabras.
