Memorial services for Cheryl Ann Strauss, 69, of Knox, will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Hope Baptist Church of Knox. The Braman and Son Memorial Chapel in Knox is in charge of arrangements.
Serafina M. Thiesen
Funeral services for Serafina M. Thiesen, 89, of Koontz Lake, will be Thursday, January 25 at 4 p.m. CT at the Rannells Funeral Home, Koontz Lake Chapel, with visitation there from 2 p.m. CT until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to David’s Courage or Comfort One Hospice. Red was Serafina’s favorite color and the family would like everyone to feel free to wear red as well in her honor.
William Thomas “Bill” Jenkins
William Thomas “Bill” Jenkins, 88, of Winamac passed away at 2:15 a.m., Friday, January 12, 2024 at the Pulaski Healthcare Center. He was born on December 29, 1935 in Winamac, to the late James and Esther (Thomas) Jenkins. He graduated Winamac High School in 1955 and served in the U.S. Army. On April 29, 1972 he married Fafalene Howard-Kolish.
Joseph Traver Hess
A Celebration of Life for Joseph Traver Hess, 74, of North Judson, will be Saturday, February 3 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT at the home of Rebecca Hess. The Braman and Bailey Funeral Home in North Judson is in charge of arrangements.
Gracie Thompson
Funeral services for 85-year-old Gracie Thompson, of rural Knox, will be Friday, January 19 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.
Ann M. Tellstrom
Ann M. Tellstrom, age 90, of Knox passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 14, 2024. Ann was born on June 4, 1933 in Chicago to Joseph Birmingham and Marie Hook Birmingham, both deceased.
Benjamin Wayne Hess
A Celebration of Life service for Benjamin Wayne Hess, 49, of North Judson, will be Saturday, February 3 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT at Benjamin’s parents’ home. The Braman and Bailey Funeral Home in North Judson is in charge of arrangements.
Carl Michael Calfee
Funeral services for Carl Michael Calfee, 74, of Winamac, will be Wednesday, January 17 at 11 a.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac, with visitation there Tuesday, January 16 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. ET. The American Legion and VFW will conduct Military Graveside Services. Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.
Betty Louise Podell
Funeral services for Betty Louise Podell, 90, of Winamac, will be Tuesday, January 16 at 11 a.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac, with visitation there Monday, January 15 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. ET.
Margaret Ann Reid
A Celebration of Life service for Margaret Ann Reid, 68, of Winamac, will be Saturday, January 13 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET at the Opera House in Winamac. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests planting a tree in memory of Margaret or making a memorial contribution to the Arbor Day Foundation. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.
Edwina “Winnie” Martin
Funeral services for Edwina “Winnie” Martin, 82, of Winamac, will be Sunday, January 14 at 2 p.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac, with visitation there Saturday, January 13 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Memorial contributions may be made to Pulaski County Human Services.
Ressie Marie Smith
Ressie Marie Smith, age 86, of Knox, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, January 5, 2024. She was born June 3, 1937 in Morgan County, Kentucky to Homer Patrick Sr. and Offa McCarty Patrick, both of whom have preceded her in death.
Terry Joseph “Joe” Gardner
Terry Joseph “Joe” Gardner, age 51, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Joe was born in Hammond, Indiana on September 18, 1972.
Dale “Pete” VanCuren Jr.
Funeral services for Dale “Pete” VanCuren Jr., 63, will be Wednesday, January 3 at 4 p.m. CT at the Braman and Bailey Funeral Home in North Judson, with visitation there from 1 p.m. CT until the time of services.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
Millard Michael “Mike” Spicka
Millard Michael “Mike” Spicka, age 93, of Knox, passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023. Mike was born September 1, 1930 in Chicago to Millard M. Spicka Sr. and Helen Kaptain Spicka, both deceased.
William “Billy” Ryan Witte
Graveside services for William “Billy” Ryan Witte, 44, of Chicago, IL, will be Thursday, January 4 at noon ET at the Resurrection Cemetery in Wyoming, MI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Billy’s wife, Alexa Mather-Witte, or to an ALS organization such as I Am ALS, ALS United Greater Chicago, or Team Gleason Foundation. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.
Dolores Jean Smith
Dolores Jean Smith, age 85, of Knox, passed away December 31, 2023 at her home. Dolores was born March 27, 1938 in Knox, to Reuben and Vera Warner, both deceased.
Robert N. Pulliam
Funeral services for Robert N. Pulliam, 92, of Walkerton, will be Tuesday, January 2 at 1 p.m. ET at the Koontz Lake Missionary Church, with visitation there one hour prior to services. The Rannells Funeral Home, Koontz Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Dr. Dennis Dalphond
Dennis W. Dalphond, MD, was born February 20, 1953, in West Lock, Alberta, Canada to the late Rodger and Jeanette Dalphond. He had two brothers, the late Kenneth (Becci) Dalphond, and Larry (Annette) Dalphond, and three sisters, Sheila Dalphond, Linda (Lee) Tracey, and Louise (Tony) Gomes.
Rudolph “Rudy” W. Rose, Jr.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Rudolph “Rudy” W. Rose, Jr., 93, of Winamac, will be Thursday, December 28 at 1 p.m. ET at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac, with visitation there from 11 a.m. until the time of Mass. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. The Rans Funeral Homes and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
