Funeral services for John Kwiatkowski, 84, of Winamac, will be Thursday, October 13 at 2 p.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac, with visitation there Wednesday, October 12 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET and one hour prior services. Memorial contributions may be made to Pulaski County 4-H or Winamac Athletic Boosters.
Anita L. Roetker
A Mass of Christian Burial for 91-year-old Anita L. Roetker, of Lafayette, will be Friday, October 14 at 11 a.m. ET at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Culver. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be sent to the Lafayette Diocesan Foundation c/o Roetker Family Endowment or the charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements are being handled by the Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Benton Christopher Howard
Funeral services for Benton Christopher Howard, 50, of Knox, will be Tuesday, October 11 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 funeral home to offset funeral expenses.
Doris A. Davis
Doris A. Davis, age 74, of Winamac, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2022 at her home.
Marrianne Renee (Korniak) Soplanda
Marrianne Renee (Korniak) Soplanda, 59, a lifelong resident of North Judson, Indiana, and loving & caring wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away in Valparaiso, Indiana, with loved ones nearby on October 3, 2022.
Betty Lou Gould
Funeral Services for Betty Lou Gould, 85, of Star City, will be Monday, October 10 at 10 a.m. ET at the Rans Funeral Homes and Crematory, Harrison Chapel in Royal Center, with visitation there Sunday, October 9 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET. Memorial contributions can be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital and/or the Pulaski County Animal Shelter.
James Owen “Jim” Winters
A Celebration of Life Service for James Owen “Jim” Winters, 83, of Ontario, California will be held at a later date. Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 15 at 3 p.m. ET at Riverside Memorial Cemetery in Monterey, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Local arrangements are being handled by the Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Sara Allison Despot
Sara Allison Despot, 42, of Winamac passed away peacefully surrounded by family at 1:15 p.m., Saturday, October 1, 2022 at home.
Born on August 3, 1980 in Beech Grove, she was the daughter of Thomas A. Despot and Cynthia E. Shipley.
Roy Dean Bradley
Roy Dean Bradley, age 73, of Knox, passed away September 30, 2022. Born on June 9, 1949, to parents Harles Bradley and Jeannette Patton, both deceased. Roy married Alene Shepherd on April 6, 1968, he remarried Lydia Hudson on November 10, 2010, both preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death is stepfather Adrian Duncan, brother Jim Duncan, and brother James Duncan.
David Arthur Vessely
David Arthur Vessely, 75, a lifelong resident of North Judson, Indiana and revered Husband, Father, Son, and Friend, passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, September 27th, 2022.
Shirley Genette (Meeker) Scaggs
Shirley G. Scaggs
February 28, 1937 – August 24, 2022
A blessed soul and one who blessed us departed to heaven on Wednesday
morning, August 24, 2022. Shirley Genette (Meeker) Scaggs, age 85 of
LaPorte, Indiana, was a mother, grandmother, a hard worker, a good
friend, and a radiant beam of sunshine. She was born on February 28,
1937, in Veedersburg, Indiana. Her parents were John M. and Daisy
(Phillips) Meeker.
Beverly J. Oesterreich
Beverly J. Oesterreich, age 78, of Knox, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at her home. Beverly was born September 30, 1943 in Evanston, Illinois to Bert and Dorothy Hill, both deceased.
Michael Anthony “Mike” Borth
Michael Anthony “Mike” Borth, age 63, of Plymouth, Indiana passed away Monday, September 26, 2022. Mike was born October 23, 1958 in Watseka, Illinois.
Ronnie E. Shepherd
Ronnie E. Shepherd, age 75, of Knox, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022. Ronnie was born September 10, 1947, in Knox, to Vernon and Elizabeth (Estok) Shepherd, both deceased.
Teresa A. Ortman
Funeral services for Teresa A. Ortman, 69, of Winamac, formerly of Rochester, will be Saturday, October 1 at 10:30 a.m. ET at the Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home in Rochester, with visitation there Friday, September 30 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET, and one hour prior to services Saturday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pulaski Animal Center or Fulton County Animal Adoption and Education Center.
David S. Noble
Funeral services for David S. Noble, 51, of Grovertown, will be Friday, September 30 at 11 a.m. ET at the Rannells Funeral Home Koontz Lake Chapel, with visitation there Thursday, September 29 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET, and one hour prior to services on Friday. Memorial contributions may be given to the family.
Bradley Alan Hartwell
No funeral services or visitation are scheduled for Bradley Alan Hartwell, 36, of Lee, IN, formerly of Winamac. Bradley’s wishes were to be cremated and for his family and friends to remember him as he was in life.
The family requests memorial contributions be made to LeAnn Tunis for the benefit of Bradley’s daughter, Madisen. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. No flowers, please. Arrangements are being handled by the Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Joan Marie Biedron
Memorial Mass for Joan Marie Biedron, 85, of Winamac, formerly of Beardstown, will be Friday, September 30 at 10 a.m. ET at the St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac. Visitation is Thursday, September 29 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Memorial contributions may be made to the church.
David Anderson Lyman
No funeral services or visitation will be held for David Anderson Lyman, 79, of Koontz Lake. The Frain Mortuary in Winamac is in charge of arrangements.
Raymond L. Hallowry
No funeral services or visitation are scheduled for Raymond L. Hallowry, 88, of Knox. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Association. The Braman and Son Memorial Chapel is in the charge of arrangements.
