WARSAW, IN
Terry Dean Willmann, 46, died unexpectedly of coronary disease at his residence December 27, 2010 in Warsaw.
He was born September 15, 1964 in Hartford City, the son of Leland and Nancy (Thomas) Willmann. He graduated from Blackford High School and Ball State University and had resided in the Warsaw area for the past fifteen years.
Terry was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. He enjoyed good books, great movies, and music. He was an avid sports fan, especially the New York Yankees, and one of his favorite pastimes was gigging on the Barbee Chain.
Surviving are: his mother, Nancy Willmann, Hartford City; a brother, Kent (Keely) Willmann, Longmont, CO; a sister, Karen Byall, Lake Sechrist, IN and her companion, Tim Towne, Gun Barrel City, TX; nieces and nephews, Keenan, Colin, and Mahala Willmann, Cameron Byall, (fiancé, Gabriella Layman), Gavin and Tanner Byall; brother-in-law, Mark Byall and numerous close friends and relatives.
He was preceded in death by his father, Leland Willmann and a sister, Michelle Willmann.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, December 31 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., with Father Dave Newton officiating. Cremation will follow the service.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from noon to 3 p.m. Friday.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to Blackford Community Foundation.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Friday, December 17, 2010
TROY E. WARMOTH
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Troy E. Warmoth, 47, son of Edi Tarter, died unexpectedly Monday, December 13 at his home in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Troy was born August 22, 1963 in New Castle, the son of Earl H. and Edith (Link) Warmoth. He was raised in New Castle graduating from New Castle High School in 1981. Then he enlisted in the U. S. Navy. After his discharge he continued to reside in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Mr. Warmoth worked as a pipe fitter in the construction industry.
He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church and the National Rifle Association.
Surviving in addition to his mother are an uncle and aunt, Jack (JoAnn) Warmoth, Hagerstown, cousins, Gill and Guy Warmoth, Hagerstown, and special friends, Darcie Davis, Ed Evens, and Jeff, Trish and Nicole Melnick. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins residing in Germany.
He was preceded in death by his father and step-father, J. Robert Tarter.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 18 in the Zion Lutheran Church, 308 S. Monroe St., Hartford City with Rev. David Fleener officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Friday December 17 and from noon to 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the church.
Memorials may be directed to the Zion Lutheran Church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Troy E. Warmoth, 47, son of Edi Tarter, died unexpectedly Monday, December 13 at his home in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Troy was born August 22, 1963 in New Castle, the son of Earl H. and Edith (Link) Warmoth. He was raised in New Castle graduating from New Castle High School in 1981. Then he enlisted in the U. S. Navy. After his discharge he continued to reside in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Mr. Warmoth worked as a pipe fitter in the construction industry.
He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church and the National Rifle Association.
Surviving in addition to his mother are an uncle and aunt, Jack (JoAnn) Warmoth, Hagerstown, cousins, Gill and Guy Warmoth, Hagerstown, and special friends, Darcie Davis, Ed Evens, and Jeff, Trish and Nicole Melnick. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins residing in Germany.
He was preceded in death by his father and step-father, J. Robert Tarter.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 18 in the Zion Lutheran Church, 308 S. Monroe St., Hartford City with Rev. David Fleener officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Friday December 17 and from noon to 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the church.
Memorials may be directed to the Zion Lutheran Church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Saturday, November 27, 2010
HARLAN TRACY KERLIN
Indianapolis, Indiana
Harlan Tracy Kerlin, 94, resident of Westside Garden Plaza, Indianapolis, for the past ten years, and formerly of Hartford City, died November 26, 2010 after an extended illness.
Mr. Kerlin was born on March 18, 1916 in Fickle Station, IN, son of Mary Edna (Tracy) Kerlin and Methodist minister, Rev. Clarence J. Kerlin. His parents and infant sister, Eva Margaret, preceded him in death.
Tracy graduated from Frankfort High School in 1934, and in 1938 received his B.S. degree from Indiana Central College, with endorsements to teach music, physics and mathematics. His Masters Degrees in Music Education and Public School Administration were from Ball State. He taught music and was band director in Lapaz, IN until he joined the army in 1943. He was stationed in Ft. Stevens, Oregon as a medical corpsman, then when WWII ended he was sent to San Francisco where he served as a Medic during the establishment of the United Nations. He taught music (band) and mathematics in the Hartford City School System until he retired in 1978. He moved to Westside Garden Plaza, Indianapolis, October, 2000.
Tracy faithfully served his Lord at Grace United Methodist Church in Hartford City for over fifty years. Besides singing in the choir, and teaching Sunday school, he worked tirelessly in the development of mission programs within the church as well as gave support and encouragement to those who went into the ministry from Grace UMC church.
He was a faithful member of the Hartford City Rotary Club for over fifty years. Under his guidance the Hartford City Rotary Club achieved the rare distinction of 100% of its members becoming a “Paul Harris Fellow” of Rotary International.
Mr. Kerlin is survived by his brother, Dr. Joseph Kerlin (Rosie), Danville, and cousin, William Henry (Pauline), Franklin, four nieces, Becky Haak, Danville, Beth Toben (Brad), Waco, TX, Lynn Paul Sternberg (Scott), Pasadena, CA, and Mary Ann Wehlage Alexander (Nick), Broad Ripple, five great-nieces and four great-nephews.
Visitation will be on Sunday, November 28, 2010 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Waters Funeral Home, Hartford City. The Memorial Service will be held at Grace United Methodist Church, Hartford City at 10:30 am. Monday, November 29. Interment will be at Greenwood Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, November 30 at 1:00 p.m.
Memorial Contributions may be directed to Taylor University, Upland, IN, or Grace United Methodist Church, Hartford City, IN.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Harlan Tracy Kerlin, 94, resident of Westside Garden Plaza, Indianapolis, for the past ten years, and formerly of Hartford City, died November 26, 2010 after an extended illness.
Mr. Kerlin was born on March 18, 1916 in Fickle Station, IN, son of Mary Edna (Tracy) Kerlin and Methodist minister, Rev. Clarence J. Kerlin. His parents and infant sister, Eva Margaret, preceded him in death.
Tracy graduated from Frankfort High School in 1934, and in 1938 received his B.S. degree from Indiana Central College, with endorsements to teach music, physics and mathematics. His Masters Degrees in Music Education and Public School Administration were from Ball State. He taught music and was band director in Lapaz, IN until he joined the army in 1943. He was stationed in Ft. Stevens, Oregon as a medical corpsman, then when WWII ended he was sent to San Francisco where he served as a Medic during the establishment of the United Nations. He taught music (band) and mathematics in the Hartford City School System until he retired in 1978. He moved to Westside Garden Plaza, Indianapolis, October, 2000.
Tracy faithfully served his Lord at Grace United Methodist Church in Hartford City for over fifty years. Besides singing in the choir, and teaching Sunday school, he worked tirelessly in the development of mission programs within the church as well as gave support and encouragement to those who went into the ministry from Grace UMC church.
He was a faithful member of the Hartford City Rotary Club for over fifty years. Under his guidance the Hartford City Rotary Club achieved the rare distinction of 100% of its members becoming a “Paul Harris Fellow” of Rotary International.
Mr. Kerlin is survived by his brother, Dr. Joseph Kerlin (Rosie), Danville, and cousin, William Henry (Pauline), Franklin, four nieces, Becky Haak, Danville, Beth Toben (Brad), Waco, TX, Lynn Paul Sternberg (Scott), Pasadena, CA, and Mary Ann Wehlage Alexander (Nick), Broad Ripple, five great-nieces and four great-nephews.
Visitation will be on Sunday, November 28, 2010 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Waters Funeral Home, Hartford City. The Memorial Service will be held at Grace United Methodist Church, Hartford City at 10:30 am. Monday, November 29. Interment will be at Greenwood Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, November 30 at 1:00 p.m.
Memorial Contributions may be directed to Taylor University, Upland, IN, or Grace United Methodist Church, Hartford City, IN.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Thursday, November 11, 2010
JOHN A. STRINE
Hartford City
John A. Strine, 73, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2010 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
A lifetime resident of Hartford City, he was born July 2, 1937 to John and Daisy (Cheney) Strine in Hartford City. He graduated from Hartford City High School in 1955 and married Norma Darnell April 17, 1956.
John was employed at Foster-Forbes Glass Company, Marion, for 37 ½ years, retiring in October, 1993. John enjoyed fishing and golfing.
Survivors include: his wife, Norma; 2 sons, Doug (Becky) Strine, Hartford City and Steve (Amy) Strine, Fort Wayne; 1 daughter, Nancy (Gary) Soultz, Gas City; 2 Brothers, Fred (Joan) Strine and Roger (Mary Kay) Strine, both of Hartford City; 6 grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 8 step-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Robert, a sister, Martha Whitesell, and his mother-in-law, Wretha Darnell.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, November 12 at the Lake Placid Worship Center, 0397 South 200 East, Hartford City with Pastor Jack Shiflett officiating. Burial will be made in Union Cemetery, Eaton.
Memorials may be made to Family Hospice of Northeast Indiana, 265 W. Water St., Berne, Indiana 46711, or to the donor’s favorite charity.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
John A. Strine, 73, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2010 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
A lifetime resident of Hartford City, he was born July 2, 1937 to John and Daisy (Cheney) Strine in Hartford City. He graduated from Hartford City High School in 1955 and married Norma Darnell April 17, 1956.
John was employed at Foster-Forbes Glass Company, Marion, for 37 ½ years, retiring in October, 1993. John enjoyed fishing and golfing.
Survivors include: his wife, Norma; 2 sons, Doug (Becky) Strine, Hartford City and Steve (Amy) Strine, Fort Wayne; 1 daughter, Nancy (Gary) Soultz, Gas City; 2 Brothers, Fred (Joan) Strine and Roger (Mary Kay) Strine, both of Hartford City; 6 grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 8 step-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Robert, a sister, Martha Whitesell, and his mother-in-law, Wretha Darnell.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, November 12 at the Lake Placid Worship Center, 0397 South 200 East, Hartford City with Pastor Jack Shiflett officiating. Burial will be made in Union Cemetery, Eaton.
Memorials may be made to Family Hospice of Northeast Indiana, 265 W. Water St., Berne, Indiana 46711, or to the donor’s favorite charity.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Saturday, October 16, 2010
BETTY L. UFKES
Hartford City, IN
Betty L. Ufkes, 79, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.
Betty was born May 30, 1931 in Narrows, Virginia to James Elbert and Ocia Ola (Lowman) Tipton. She graduated from Fassern School, Hendersonville, NC in 1950. She moved to Indiana after high school and attended Ball State University for 3 ½ years. Her marriage to Wilfred (Will) Ufkes took place in Muncie on December 27, 1953.
She worked in the Zionsville schools as a Dietary supervisor for many years before moving to Hartford City. Then she was employed at Westminster Village as a hostess and evening supervisor for 16 years.
Betty was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Research Club and Craft Ladies at Minnetrista Center and Oakhurst. She was fond of animals.
She was a beloved mother and survived by: her husband, Will; 2 daughters, Beth (Ken) Mc Cormack, Whitestown and Becky (Ken) Lueth, Warrenton, VA; 2 sons, Dan B. (Angie) Ufkes, Clayton, IN and Edward B. (Michaela) Ufkes, Lebanon, IN; 3 grandchildren, Holly (Justin) Grant, Rebekah Ufkes and Kacee Ufkes; 2 great-grandchildren, Morganne and Kaelynn Grant and 3 step-grandsons, Michael Morlan, Bill Rhoades and Dustin Rhoades.
She was preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, October 18 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor David Smith officiating. A committal service will be in Lincoln Memorial Gardens, Whitestown, at 2 p.m. Monday.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, October 17 and after 9 a.m. Monday.
Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church or Cancer Support of Blackford County, c/o Blackford Community Foundation.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Betty L. Ufkes, 79, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.
Betty was born May 30, 1931 in Narrows, Virginia to James Elbert and Ocia Ola (Lowman) Tipton. She graduated from Fassern School, Hendersonville, NC in 1950. She moved to Indiana after high school and attended Ball State University for 3 ½ years. Her marriage to Wilfred (Will) Ufkes took place in Muncie on December 27, 1953.
She worked in the Zionsville schools as a Dietary supervisor for many years before moving to Hartford City. Then she was employed at Westminster Village as a hostess and evening supervisor for 16 years.
Betty was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Research Club and Craft Ladies at Minnetrista Center and Oakhurst. She was fond of animals.
She was a beloved mother and survived by: her husband, Will; 2 daughters, Beth (Ken) Mc Cormack, Whitestown and Becky (Ken) Lueth, Warrenton, VA; 2 sons, Dan B. (Angie) Ufkes, Clayton, IN and Edward B. (Michaela) Ufkes, Lebanon, IN; 3 grandchildren, Holly (Justin) Grant, Rebekah Ufkes and Kacee Ufkes; 2 great-grandchildren, Morganne and Kaelynn Grant and 3 step-grandsons, Michael Morlan, Bill Rhoades and Dustin Rhoades.
She was preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, October 18 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor David Smith officiating. A committal service will be in Lincoln Memorial Gardens, Whitestown, at 2 p.m. Monday.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, October 17 and after 9 a.m. Monday.
Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church or Cancer Support of Blackford County, c/o Blackford Community Foundation.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Monday, September 27, 2010
HERBERT H. HOLSTEN
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Herbert H. Holsten, 74, passed away Sunday morning, September 26, 2010, in University Nursing Center, Upland.
The son of Martin and Laura (Pretzlaff) Holsten, he was born in Portland, Indiana on December 16, 1935. Herbert graduated from Roll High School in 1953 and served in the U. S. Marine Corps. He married Peggy Elam in Hartford City on October 25, 1958 and lived most of his life in Blackford County.
Herb was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and worked at 3-M Company for over 30 years.
Survivors include: his wife, Peggy; 3 sons, Jeff (Dawn) Holsten, Albuquerque, NM, Jacob (Diana) Holsten, Hartford City, and Bradley (Denise), Albany, IN; 8 grandchildren, Megan Holsten, Jeremy (Cassandra) Holsten, Jarrett Holsten, Tiffany Holsten, Ryan Holsten, Kyle Holsten, Parker Holsten and Brittany (Cole) Chambers; 2 great-grandchildren, Paislee Chambers and Preston Holsten; and a sister, Leona (Richard) Ruch, Sweetser.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Glen, and a sister, Louise Holsten.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, October 1, 2010 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and 10-11 a.m. Friday.
Memorials may be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 308 S. Monroe St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Herbert H. Holsten, 74, passed away Sunday morning, September 26, 2010, in University Nursing Center, Upland.
The son of Martin and Laura (Pretzlaff) Holsten, he was born in Portland, Indiana on December 16, 1935. Herbert graduated from Roll High School in 1953 and served in the U. S. Marine Corps. He married Peggy Elam in Hartford City on October 25, 1958 and lived most of his life in Blackford County.
Herb was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and worked at 3-M Company for over 30 years.
Survivors include: his wife, Peggy; 3 sons, Jeff (Dawn) Holsten, Albuquerque, NM, Jacob (Diana) Holsten, Hartford City, and Bradley (Denise), Albany, IN; 8 grandchildren, Megan Holsten, Jeremy (Cassandra) Holsten, Jarrett Holsten, Tiffany Holsten, Ryan Holsten, Kyle Holsten, Parker Holsten and Brittany (Cole) Chambers; 2 great-grandchildren, Paislee Chambers and Preston Holsten; and a sister, Leona (Richard) Ruch, Sweetser.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Glen, and a sister, Louise Holsten.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, October 1, 2010 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and 10-11 a.m. Friday.
Memorials may be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 308 S. Monroe St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
ARIA GRACIE MARIE MANSFIELD
MUNCIE, INDIANA
Aria Gracie Marie Mansfield, infant daughter of Ashley Marie Mansfield, was stillborn at 6:35 a.m. Tuesday, September 14, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her grandmother, Amy Mansfield, grandfather, Matt Mansfield (wife, Charlotte), maternal great-grandparents, Jessie and Frank Garinger, paternal great-grandparents, Robert and Sandra Mansfield, great-great-grandmothers, Margaret Corner and Alice Reynolds, an aunt Makyla Mansfield and two uncles, Austin Mansfield and Ethon Mansfield and several great aunts and uncles.
She was preceded into eternal rest by great-great-grandparents, Chester and Grace Brown, and great-great-grandfathers, Lee Mansfield and Walter Reynolds.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, September 18, 2010 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Dr. Gary Hall officiating. Burial will follow the service in Hartford City Cemetery next to her great-great-grandmother.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home from 2-3 p.m. Saturday.
Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Aria Gracie Marie Mansfield, infant daughter of Ashley Marie Mansfield, was stillborn at 6:35 a.m. Tuesday, September 14, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her grandmother, Amy Mansfield, grandfather, Matt Mansfield (wife, Charlotte), maternal great-grandparents, Jessie and Frank Garinger, paternal great-grandparents, Robert and Sandra Mansfield, great-great-grandmothers, Margaret Corner and Alice Reynolds, an aunt Makyla Mansfield and two uncles, Austin Mansfield and Ethon Mansfield and several great aunts and uncles.
She was preceded into eternal rest by great-great-grandparents, Chester and Grace Brown, and great-great-grandfathers, Lee Mansfield and Walter Reynolds.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, September 18, 2010 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Dr. Gary Hall officiating. Burial will follow the service in Hartford City Cemetery next to her great-great-grandmother.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home from 2-3 p.m. Saturday.
Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
HELEN E. CAPPER
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Helen E. Capper, 96, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2010 in Blackford Community Hospital.
She was born October 13, 1913 in Banquo, Indiana, the daughter of William Levi and Dora Ethel (Parke) Hairrell. A 1931 graduate of Banquo High School, she had resided in Hartford City since 1943. In 1945 Helen married Fred Capper who died in 1967.
She had been employed as a machine operator for 25 years at HP Products, retiring in 1978.
Helen was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Christian Home Fellowship, and the American Legion Auxiliary, Hartford City.
Surviving are: two sons, Harry Bowman and Gary (Carolyn) Bowman, both of Hartford City; two daughters, Sherry (Bob) Reynolds, Hartford City and Gayle (Jack) Nelson, Elkhart; a sister, Ruth Sprowl, Huntington; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a son, Ronald Capper, six brothers and two sisters.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 7 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. Monday and after 9 a.m. Tuesday.
Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, 500 N. High St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Helen E. Capper, 96, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2010 in Blackford Community Hospital.
She was born October 13, 1913 in Banquo, Indiana, the daughter of William Levi and Dora Ethel (Parke) Hairrell. A 1931 graduate of Banquo High School, she had resided in Hartford City since 1943. In 1945 Helen married Fred Capper who died in 1967.
She had been employed as a machine operator for 25 years at HP Products, retiring in 1978.
Helen was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Christian Home Fellowship, and the American Legion Auxiliary, Hartford City.
Surviving are: two sons, Harry Bowman and Gary (Carolyn) Bowman, both of Hartford City; two daughters, Sherry (Bob) Reynolds, Hartford City and Gayle (Jack) Nelson, Elkhart; a sister, Ruth Sprowl, Huntington; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a son, Ronald Capper, six brothers and two sisters.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 7 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. Monday and after 9 a.m. Tuesday.
Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, 500 N. High St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
HAZEL E. FUTRELL
Hartford City, IN
Hazel E. Futrell, 80, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2010, at her residence.
The daughter of Ogden and Ella (Peterson) Mundorf, she was born March 7, 1930 Griswold, Iowa. She moved to Hartford City in 1948 and married Carl “Bob” Futrell December 9, 1971.
Hazel worked at Sheller-Globe over 40 years retiring in 1992.
Survivors include: her husband, Carl “Bob” Futrell; 2 daughters, Linda (Charles) Butcher and Frances (John) Hunt; 4 sons, David (Mandy) Murrell, Scott (Sheila) Murrell, Lester (companion, Edie Murray) Murrell and Nikki (Dee) Murrell, all of Hartford City; 6 step-children, Judy Futrell, Cindy Futrell, Janet (Nick) Charnley, Nancy Griffith, Bobby (Rita) Futrell and Bill (Allicia) Futrell; 4 sisters, Lucille Merritt, Eloise Perdue, Shirley Thomas, and Mary Ann Kirchoff; 2 brothers, Larry Mundorf and Neil Mundorf; 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, several step-grandchildren, several step-great-grandchildren and good friend/caregiver, Brenda Lillard.
She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings Calvin, Everett, Edwin, Dorothy, and infant Mundorf, and a great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 25 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with her grandson, Pastor David Murrell officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call from 1-6 p.m. Tuesday, August 24 and Wednesday after 9 a.m. at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Hazel E. Futrell, 80, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2010, at her residence.
The daughter of Ogden and Ella (Peterson) Mundorf, she was born March 7, 1930 Griswold, Iowa. She moved to Hartford City in 1948 and married Carl “Bob” Futrell December 9, 1971.
Hazel worked at Sheller-Globe over 40 years retiring in 1992.
Survivors include: her husband, Carl “Bob” Futrell; 2 daughters, Linda (Charles) Butcher and Frances (John) Hunt; 4 sons, David (Mandy) Murrell, Scott (Sheila) Murrell, Lester (companion, Edie Murray) Murrell and Nikki (Dee) Murrell, all of Hartford City; 6 step-children, Judy Futrell, Cindy Futrell, Janet (Nick) Charnley, Nancy Griffith, Bobby (Rita) Futrell and Bill (Allicia) Futrell; 4 sisters, Lucille Merritt, Eloise Perdue, Shirley Thomas, and Mary Ann Kirchoff; 2 brothers, Larry Mundorf and Neil Mundorf; 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, several step-grandchildren, several step-great-grandchildren and good friend/caregiver, Brenda Lillard.
She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings Calvin, Everett, Edwin, Dorothy, and infant Mundorf, and a great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 25 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with her grandson, Pastor David Murrell officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call from 1-6 p.m. Tuesday, August 24 and Wednesday after 9 a.m. at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Friday, July 16, 2010
ELSIE M. LOVE
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Elsie M. Love, 84, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2010 in Muncie Health & Rehabilitation Center.
The daughter of Albert and Anna (Price) Clamme, she was born October 10, 1925 in Hartford City. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1942 and attended Ball State Teachers College. Elsie was a homemaker and loving wife and mother.
Elsie married Hansel S. Love in Indianapolis on August 11, 1946. His death occurred on April 17, 1995.
Her memberships include Zion Lutheran Church and Garden Club.
Survivors include: two sons, Les Love, Hartford City and Mark Love, Muncie; two daughters, Joan (Steve) Valente, North Carolina and Ann (Phillip) Gardner, Pendleton and a sister-in-law and good friend, Louanna Mossburg.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three brothers, Paul, Norman, and Elmer Clamme and two sisters, Marguerite Willman and Ruth Willmann.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 19 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Mark Strietelmeier officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-6 p.m. Sunday, July 18 and after 1 p.m. Monday.
Memorials may be sent to Zion Lutheran Church or Grant-Blackford Mental Health Association.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Elsie M. Love, 84, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2010 in Muncie Health & Rehabilitation Center.
The daughter of Albert and Anna (Price) Clamme, she was born October 10, 1925 in Hartford City. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1942 and attended Ball State Teachers College. Elsie was a homemaker and loving wife and mother.
Elsie married Hansel S. Love in Indianapolis on August 11, 1946. His death occurred on April 17, 1995.
Her memberships include Zion Lutheran Church and Garden Club.
Survivors include: two sons, Les Love, Hartford City and Mark Love, Muncie; two daughters, Joan (Steve) Valente, North Carolina and Ann (Phillip) Gardner, Pendleton and a sister-in-law and good friend, Louanna Mossburg.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three brothers, Paul, Norman, and Elmer Clamme and two sisters, Marguerite Willman and Ruth Willmann.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 19 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Mark Strietelmeier officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-6 p.m. Sunday, July 18 and after 1 p.m. Monday.
Memorials may be sent to Zion Lutheran Church or Grant-Blackford Mental Health Association.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
MARTHA J. RISINGER
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Martha J. Risinger, 93, passed away July 14, 2010 at her residence.
The daughter of Omer and Mary Jane (Taughinbaugh) Risinger, she was born March 30, 1917 in Hartford City. Martha graduated from Hartford City High School in 1935 and attended Ball State Teachers College.
Martha had worked as a bookkeeper for James P. Cronin, Jr. and Raymond Maddox in Hartford City and for Robert P. Cronin in Indianapolis. She was the Deputy County Treasurer under her father from 1937-1941. Later, she worked as the Secretary of Hartford City Chamber of Commerce and worked at the Blackford County Historical Museum.
Martha was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Hartford City Cemetery Board and B.P.W.
Surviving are: two sisters, Kathryn (John) Wrestler, Montpelier, and Virginia Risinger, Hartford City, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Joseph, Robert and Edward Risinger.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 19 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m. Sunday.
Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church or Blackford Humane Society.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Martha J. Risinger, 93, passed away July 14, 2010 at her residence.
The daughter of Omer and Mary Jane (Taughinbaugh) Risinger, she was born March 30, 1917 in Hartford City. Martha graduated from Hartford City High School in 1935 and attended Ball State Teachers College.
Martha had worked as a bookkeeper for James P. Cronin, Jr. and Raymond Maddox in Hartford City and for Robert P. Cronin in Indianapolis. She was the Deputy County Treasurer under her father from 1937-1941. Later, she worked as the Secretary of Hartford City Chamber of Commerce and worked at the Blackford County Historical Museum.
Martha was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Hartford City Cemetery Board and B.P.W.
Surviving are: two sisters, Kathryn (John) Wrestler, Montpelier, and Virginia Risinger, Hartford City, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Joseph, Robert and Edward Risinger.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 19 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m. Sunday.
Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church or Blackford Humane Society.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
BARBARA JEAN FORD
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Barbara Jean Ford, 80, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2010 in Blackford Community Hospital.
The daughter of Cecil Don and Frances (Bauer) Mc Vicker, she was born February 7, 1930 in Hartford City. She married Clayton I. Ford in Hartford City on June 2, 1946 and resided in Blackford County most of her life, except for 7 years in Portland.
A homemaker, Barbara was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Altar-Rosary Society, and Nimble Neighbors Home Ec Club.
Surviving are: her husband, Clayton; 3 sons, Dean (Claudia) Ford, Noblesville, Tracy (Janet) Ford, Louisville, Kentucky, and Kevin (Kelly) Ford, Houston, Texas; 2 daughters, Nancy Richardson, Hartford City and Susan (Ken) Thieme, Fort Wayne; daughter-in-law, Joyce Ford, Hartford City; a brother, John (Terry) Mc Vicker, Hartford City; a sister, Julia Weaver, Hartford City; 20 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, former Indiana State Senator David C. Ford, a daughter, Kathy Denise Ford and a brother, Don Mc Vicker.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Dave Newton at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 3 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 2-4 and 6-8 Friday, July 2 and 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday. The Christian Wake Service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the David C. Ford Memorial Scholarship Fund, St. John’s Church or in the form of masses.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Barbara Jean Ford, 80, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2010 in Blackford Community Hospital.
The daughter of Cecil Don and Frances (Bauer) Mc Vicker, she was born February 7, 1930 in Hartford City. She married Clayton I. Ford in Hartford City on June 2, 1946 and resided in Blackford County most of her life, except for 7 years in Portland.
A homemaker, Barbara was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Altar-Rosary Society, and Nimble Neighbors Home Ec Club.
Surviving are: her husband, Clayton; 3 sons, Dean (Claudia) Ford, Noblesville, Tracy (Janet) Ford, Louisville, Kentucky, and Kevin (Kelly) Ford, Houston, Texas; 2 daughters, Nancy Richardson, Hartford City and Susan (Ken) Thieme, Fort Wayne; daughter-in-law, Joyce Ford, Hartford City; a brother, John (Terry) Mc Vicker, Hartford City; a sister, Julia Weaver, Hartford City; 20 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, former Indiana State Senator David C. Ford, a daughter, Kathy Denise Ford and a brother, Don Mc Vicker.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Dave Newton at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 3 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 2-4 and 6-8 Friday, July 2 and 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday. The Christian Wake Service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the David C. Ford Memorial Scholarship Fund, St. John’s Church or in the form of masses.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
HUMBOLDT MURRELL, JR.
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Humboldt Murrell, Jr., 86, passed away unexpectedly at his residence June 28, 2010.
The son of Humboldt, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth “Betty” (Hill) Murrell, he was born July 16, 1923 in Brownfield, Missouri and had resided in Hartford City since 1946.
He married Barbara Pickard on October 20, 1973 in Muncie. Her death occurred December 5, 2009.
Mr. Murrell had worked at Marhoefer Packing Co., Muncie and later worked for Dinner Bell Meats in Worthington, Indiana.
He was a veteran of WW II, serving in the Army Air Force.
His memberships include the American Legion Post #159 and Amvets Post # 23. .
Surviving are his children: Linda (Charles) Butcher, David (Mandy) Murrell, Frances (John) Hunt, Scott (Sheila) Murrell, Lester (companion, Edie) Murrell and Nikki (Dee) Murrell, all of Hartford City; 4 step-children, David, Margaret, and Charles Ellis and Susan (Jeff) Fisker; 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters, Coleman Murrell, Earl Murrell, Melzena Breakfield, and Laverne Cansler and 14 half-brothers and sisters and a great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 2 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with his grandson, Rev. David Murrell officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie, with military graveside services conducted by Delaware County Veterans Organization.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home from 1-6 p.m. Thursday, and 9-10 a.m. Friday.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Humboldt Murrell, Jr., 86, passed away unexpectedly at his residence June 28, 2010.
The son of Humboldt, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth “Betty” (Hill) Murrell, he was born July 16, 1923 in Brownfield, Missouri and had resided in Hartford City since 1946.
He married Barbara Pickard on October 20, 1973 in Muncie. Her death occurred December 5, 2009.
Mr. Murrell had worked at Marhoefer Packing Co., Muncie and later worked for Dinner Bell Meats in Worthington, Indiana.
He was a veteran of WW II, serving in the Army Air Force.
His memberships include the American Legion Post #159 and Amvets Post # 23. .
Surviving are his children: Linda (Charles) Butcher, David (Mandy) Murrell, Frances (John) Hunt, Scott (Sheila) Murrell, Lester (companion, Edie) Murrell and Nikki (Dee) Murrell, all of Hartford City; 4 step-children, David, Margaret, and Charles Ellis and Susan (Jeff) Fisker; 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters, Coleman Murrell, Earl Murrell, Melzena Breakfield, and Laverne Cansler and 14 half-brothers and sisters and a great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 2 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with his grandson, Rev. David Murrell officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie, with military graveside services conducted by Delaware County Veterans Organization.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home from 1-6 p.m. Thursday, and 9-10 a.m. Friday.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Monday, June 28, 2010
CHARLES PRESTON HALL
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Charles Preston Hall, 75, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Morrison Woods Health Campus, Muncie.
The son of George Melvin and Nellie (Jordan) Hall, he was born March 30, 1935 in Carter County, Kentucky. Moving to Hartford City in 1949, he married Mary Madonna (Donnie) Houseman on November 22, 1953. She survives.
Chuck worked at Stutz Manufacturing for several years, retiring in 2000.
Survivors include his wife, Donnie; a son, George G. (Lois) Hall, Hartford City; 2 daughters, Cheryl (Ernest) Hunt and Lori Hall, both of Hartford City; 7 grandchildren, Angela (Greg) Workman, Majenica Knox, Lindsey Pettit, Troy Williams, Austin (Jamie) Hall, Paul Andrew (Christie) Hall and Kristie Hall;9 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Lloyd Kenneth (Diane) Hall, Montpelier and George Franklin (Betty) Hall, Millgrove; a sister, Maxine Adkins, Hartford City and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers, John M., Ralph and George Melvin Hall and 4 sisters, Anna Hess, Beulah Litteral, Geraldine Hess and Norma Allen.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 30 at Apostolic Tabernacle, 1318 S. Jefferson St., Hartford City with Pastor Jerald Shelby officiating.
Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 29 and one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Charles Preston Hall, 75, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Morrison Woods Health Campus, Muncie.
The son of George Melvin and Nellie (Jordan) Hall, he was born March 30, 1935 in Carter County, Kentucky. Moving to Hartford City in 1949, he married Mary Madonna (Donnie) Houseman on November 22, 1953. She survives.
Chuck worked at Stutz Manufacturing for several years, retiring in 2000.
Survivors include his wife, Donnie; a son, George G. (Lois) Hall, Hartford City; 2 daughters, Cheryl (Ernest) Hunt and Lori Hall, both of Hartford City; 7 grandchildren, Angela (Greg) Workman, Majenica Knox, Lindsey Pettit, Troy Williams, Austin (Jamie) Hall, Paul Andrew (Christie) Hall and Kristie Hall;9 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Lloyd Kenneth (Diane) Hall, Montpelier and George Franklin (Betty) Hall, Millgrove; a sister, Maxine Adkins, Hartford City and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers, John M., Ralph and George Melvin Hall and 4 sisters, Anna Hess, Beulah Litteral, Geraldine Hess and Norma Allen.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 30 at Apostolic Tabernacle, 1318 S. Jefferson St., Hartford City with Pastor Jerald Shelby officiating.
Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 29 and one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
JANET SUE LANNOY
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Janet “Jan” Sue Lannoy, 67, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.
The daughter of Harry and Dona (Miller) Hensley, she was born August 5, 1942 in Trafalgar, Indiana. Jan graduated from Trafalgar High School in 1960. After her parents passed away, she lived with her brother John and his wife, Roberta in Jonesboro. Jan attended Ball Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, graduating in 1963, and worked as a registered nurse at Blackford County Hospital for 35 years, retiring in 1998.
Jan married Joseph R. Lannoy in Hartford City on August 17, 1963. His death occurred on March 23, 2004.
She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Altar & Rosary Society and BPW.
Survivors include a son, Joseph Michael Lannoy (companion, April Day), Hartford City, grandchildren, Jonathon Michael Norton, Robert Rene Lannoy and Kendall Day, a sister-in-law, Roberta Hensley, North Carolina and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a daughter, Dianne Lannoy, and two brothers, John and James Hensley.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Dave Newton at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 29 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 4-7 p.m. Monday, June 28 and Tuesday from 9-9:30 a.m. The Christian Wake service will be at 4 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the church in the form of masses.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Janet “Jan” Sue Lannoy, 67, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.
The daughter of Harry and Dona (Miller) Hensley, she was born August 5, 1942 in Trafalgar, Indiana. Jan graduated from Trafalgar High School in 1960. After her parents passed away, she lived with her brother John and his wife, Roberta in Jonesboro. Jan attended Ball Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, graduating in 1963, and worked as a registered nurse at Blackford County Hospital for 35 years, retiring in 1998.
Jan married Joseph R. Lannoy in Hartford City on August 17, 1963. His death occurred on March 23, 2004.
She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Altar & Rosary Society and BPW.
Survivors include a son, Joseph Michael Lannoy (companion, April Day), Hartford City, grandchildren, Jonathon Michael Norton, Robert Rene Lannoy and Kendall Day, a sister-in-law, Roberta Hensley, North Carolina and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a daughter, Dianne Lannoy, and two brothers, John and James Hensley.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Dave Newton at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 29 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 4-7 p.m. Monday, June 28 and Tuesday from 9-9:30 a.m. The Christian Wake service will be at 4 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the church in the form of masses.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Monday, June 21, 2010
CHERYL J. DUFFY
Hartford City, IN
Cheryl J. Duffy, 63, passed away Sunday, June 20, 2010 in the Blackford Community Hospital Emergency Room.
Cheryl was born December 12, 1946 in Fount, Kentucky, the daughter of Pierce and Lucy (Rowland) Smith.
She grew up in Dayton, Ohio and graduated from Meadowdale High School, Trotwood, Ohio. On September 2, 1967, she married Michael Duffy in Dayton, Ohio. She had resided in Blackford County since 2000.
Cheryl was the Department Co-coordinator for the School of Architecture at Ball State University, retiring on March 1, 2009. She was well-respected by her co-workers and was nominated for the Jane Morton Award for outstanding service at the university.
Her major interests were gardening, family and arts & crafts.
Cheryl was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Hartford City.
Survivors include her husband, Michael; her mother, Lucy Smith, Hartford City; one son, Damon Duffy, Hartford City; one daughter Dana (Caleb) Williams, Yorktown; one brother, Robert (Stephanie) Hammons, Centerville, Ohio; one sister, Norma (Advus) Hudson, Dayton, Ohio; and one granddaughter, Stella Williams.
Cheryl will be cremated with a memorial mass at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for expenses.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Cheryl J. Duffy, 63, passed away Sunday, June 20, 2010 in the Blackford Community Hospital Emergency Room.
Cheryl was born December 12, 1946 in Fount, Kentucky, the daughter of Pierce and Lucy (Rowland) Smith.
She grew up in Dayton, Ohio and graduated from Meadowdale High School, Trotwood, Ohio. On September 2, 1967, she married Michael Duffy in Dayton, Ohio. She had resided in Blackford County since 2000.
Cheryl was the Department Co-coordinator for the School of Architecture at Ball State University, retiring on March 1, 2009. She was well-respected by her co-workers and was nominated for the Jane Morton Award for outstanding service at the university.
Her major interests were gardening, family and arts & crafts.
Cheryl was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Hartford City.
Survivors include her husband, Michael; her mother, Lucy Smith, Hartford City; one son, Damon Duffy, Hartford City; one daughter Dana (Caleb) Williams, Yorktown; one brother, Robert (Stephanie) Hammons, Centerville, Ohio; one sister, Norma (Advus) Hudson, Dayton, Ohio; and one granddaughter, Stella Williams.
Cheryl will be cremated with a memorial mass at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for expenses.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Sunday, June 20, 2010
WILLIAM BLAINE SWOVELAND
HARTFORD CITY, IN
William Blaine Swoveland, 90, passed away at 7:05 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Millers Merry Manor.
Blaine was born in Blackford County on March 25, 1920, the second of three sons, to William Henry and Crystalo (Michael) Swoveland. A 1938 graduate of Eaton High School, he was an Army Air Corps Veteran of World War II.
His marriage to Dorothy Schmidt occurred on September 10, 1944 in Zion Lutheran Church, Hartford City.
A lifelong farmer of this county, he retired from farming in 1985. Blaine served as County Commissioner for eleven years and served on the County Council for seven years.
In addition to his service to his church, country, and local government, Blaine was a member of Indiana Farm Bureau, the Blackford County Fair Board, the American Legion Post #159, AMVETS Post #23, and the Blackford County Coon Hunters Club.
An avid fisherman, Blaine enjoyed spending the winter months in Florida.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Schmidt) Swoveland; four daughters, Anita Reid, Hartford City, Mary (Mrs. Richard) Cary, Loudon, TN, Judith (Mrs. Max) Wiesnenauer, Georgetown, IN and Patricia Gaither, Hartford City; eight grandchildren, Holly Underwood, Brad Reid, Dr. Chad Wiesenauer, Jason Wiesenauer, Mike Gaither, Elizabeth Dennison, Kimberli Withrow and Aimee Wilson; 19 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Dustin Reid on December 30, 2007, two brothers, Ferdinand in 1980 and Rex in 1990.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Monday, June 21 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Mark Strietelmeier and Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton, with military graveside rites by Delaware County Veterans Organization.
Friends may call from 1-5 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to service on Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church 308 S. Monroe St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
William Blaine Swoveland, 90, passed away at 7:05 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Millers Merry Manor.
Blaine was born in Blackford County on March 25, 1920, the second of three sons, to William Henry and Crystalo (Michael) Swoveland. A 1938 graduate of Eaton High School, he was an Army Air Corps Veteran of World War II.
His marriage to Dorothy Schmidt occurred on September 10, 1944 in Zion Lutheran Church, Hartford City.
A lifelong farmer of this county, he retired from farming in 1985. Blaine served as County Commissioner for eleven years and served on the County Council for seven years.
In addition to his service to his church, country, and local government, Blaine was a member of Indiana Farm Bureau, the Blackford County Fair Board, the American Legion Post #159, AMVETS Post #23, and the Blackford County Coon Hunters Club.
An avid fisherman, Blaine enjoyed spending the winter months in Florida.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Schmidt) Swoveland; four daughters, Anita Reid, Hartford City, Mary (Mrs. Richard) Cary, Loudon, TN, Judith (Mrs. Max) Wiesnenauer, Georgetown, IN and Patricia Gaither, Hartford City; eight grandchildren, Holly Underwood, Brad Reid, Dr. Chad Wiesenauer, Jason Wiesenauer, Mike Gaither, Elizabeth Dennison, Kimberli Withrow and Aimee Wilson; 19 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Dustin Reid on December 30, 2007, two brothers, Ferdinand in 1980 and Rex in 1990.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Monday, June 21 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Mark Strietelmeier and Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Eaton, with military graveside rites by Delaware County Veterans Organization.
Friends may call from 1-5 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to service on Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church 308 S. Monroe St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Stephen E. Cook
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Stephen E. Cook, 72, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2010 in Anderson.
He was born August 21, 1937 in Anderson, the son of Lee Edward and Madeline (Kimm) Cook. At the age of nine he moved to Washington, graduating from Everett High School in1955. Steve returned to Indiana in 1955 and attended Ball State University. He was a graduate of University Commercial Lending School.
Steve was an Army veteran serving from 1957-1960 and had served in the Annapolis Armed Security Agency.
He was employed at First Financial Bank, Hartford City from 1962 -2001, retiring as Senior Vice-President.
Steve married Virginia Dant on September 14, 1963 in St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Anderson.
He was a life member of Robert Morris and Associates, President of Wabash Valley Bankers, Board Member & Treasurer of Blackford Community Hospital, Board Member of Ball Memorial Hospital Foundation, Chairman of Hartford City Revolving Loan Board. He was also a member of Blackford Country Club, Kiwanis Club, and Jayland Antique Auto Club.
Surviving are: a son, Mark (Sandi) Cook, Fishers; 2 grandchildren, Anthony and Lee Cook; and Virginia Cook, Anderson.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Norma Smith.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 22 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Monday, June 21 and after 1 p.m. Tuesday.
Memorials may be sent to Blackford County Cancer Support, c/o Blackford Community Foundation, P. O. Box 327, Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Stephen E. Cook, 72, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2010 in Anderson.
He was born August 21, 1937 in Anderson, the son of Lee Edward and Madeline (Kimm) Cook. At the age of nine he moved to Washington, graduating from Everett High School in1955. Steve returned to Indiana in 1955 and attended Ball State University. He was a graduate of University Commercial Lending School.
Steve was an Army veteran serving from 1957-1960 and had served in the Annapolis Armed Security Agency.
He was employed at First Financial Bank, Hartford City from 1962 -2001, retiring as Senior Vice-President.
Steve married Virginia Dant on September 14, 1963 in St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Anderson.
He was a life member of Robert Morris and Associates, President of Wabash Valley Bankers, Board Member & Treasurer of Blackford Community Hospital, Board Member of Ball Memorial Hospital Foundation, Chairman of Hartford City Revolving Loan Board. He was also a member of Blackford Country Club, Kiwanis Club, and Jayland Antique Auto Club.
Surviving are: a son, Mark (Sandi) Cook, Fishers; 2 grandchildren, Anthony and Lee Cook; and Virginia Cook, Anderson.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Norma Smith.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 22 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Monday, June 21 and after 1 p.m. Tuesday.
Memorials may be sent to Blackford County Cancer Support, c/o Blackford Community Foundation, P. O. Box 327, Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Sunday, June 6, 2010
MARTHA L. ELLIOTT
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Martha L. Elliott, 92, passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at Bluffton Regional Medical Center.
The daughter of Harley and Millie (Boxell) Banter, she was born March 25, 1918 in Wells County. She married Floyd K. Elliott in Hartford City on July 19, 1937. He survives.
Martha was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Hartford City and the TTF Bridge Club. She worked as a clerk for many years at G. C. Murphy’s retiring in 1972.
Survivors include: her husband, Floyd, Warren; a daughter, Nancy (Roger) Falk, Roll; a son, Dallas (Laura) Elliott, Wilmington, NC; five grandchildren, Todd (Carlene) Falk, Lance (Lori) Falk, Jodie (Steve) Labordus, Andrew (Abby) Elliott and Lindsey Elliott;12 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Lorada Weatherholt, Montpelier and Lillian (Clarence) Murphy, Noblesville; two brothers, Leo Banter, Warsaw and James (Beverly) Banter, Hartford City.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Leon and Lester Banter.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 8 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor David Smith presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 12 noon - 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Memorials may be sent to First Presbyterian Church, 117 W. Franklin St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Martha L. Elliott, 92, passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at Bluffton Regional Medical Center.
The daughter of Harley and Millie (Boxell) Banter, she was born March 25, 1918 in Wells County. She married Floyd K. Elliott in Hartford City on July 19, 1937. He survives.
Martha was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Hartford City and the TTF Bridge Club. She worked as a clerk for many years at G. C. Murphy’s retiring in 1972.
Survivors include: her husband, Floyd, Warren; a daughter, Nancy (Roger) Falk, Roll; a son, Dallas (Laura) Elliott, Wilmington, NC; five grandchildren, Todd (Carlene) Falk, Lance (Lori) Falk, Jodie (Steve) Labordus, Andrew (Abby) Elliott and Lindsey Elliott;12 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Lorada Weatherholt, Montpelier and Lillian (Clarence) Murphy, Noblesville; two brothers, Leo Banter, Warsaw and James (Beverly) Banter, Hartford City.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Leon and Lester Banter.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 8 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor David Smith presiding. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 12 noon - 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Memorials may be sent to First Presbyterian Church, 117 W. Franklin St., Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Friday, June 4, 2010
Bertha B. Monfort
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Bertha B. Monfort, 92, passed away June 4, 2010 at her residence.
The daughter of William E. and Leona (Andre) Knecht, she was born December 28, 1917 in Hartford City. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1936 and worked at Franklin Security Company in Hartford City and Louisville, Kentucky. Bert married John W. Monfort on August 30, 1941. His death occurred April 28, 1981.
John was the owner/publisher of the Hartford City News-Times and Bert worked as Women’s Editor until retiring in 1993. She continued to write a weekly column, “Bert’s Beat” until summer 2009.
Bert was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Altar-Rosary Society, Blackford County Hospital Auxiliary, Friends of the Library and Blackford Golf Club. She was a former board member of Blackford Community Foundation, Tri Kappa Sorority and was a founding member of Board of Governors of Minnetrista Cultural Center, Muncie.
Survivors include her children: David W. (Winne) Monfort, Honaunau, Hawaii, Suzan M. Monfort, Duvall, Washington, Katherine Ann “Kam” (Michael) Martin, Littleton, Colorado, Colonel Ralph D. Monfort, retired, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Mary M. Monfort, Englewood, Colorado, and Elizabeth A. Monfort, Duvall, Washington; seven grandchildren, Christopher Monfort, John (Laura) Martin, James Martin, Kristine (Max)
Schillinger, Kawika Monfort Chang, Joseph A. Monfort and Amelia Ruth; four great-grandchildren, Sara and Felix Martin, Alex and Anna Schillinger; and one brother, Joseph (Monica) Knecht, Monroeville, Indiana.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters, Marie Ravaux and Wilma Lord, and three brothers, William, Russell and Robert Knecht.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Robert Williams at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 8 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 2- 4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday, June 7 and from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesday .
Memorials may be sent to Blackford Community Foundation.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Bertha B. Monfort, 92, passed away June 4, 2010 at her residence.
The daughter of William E. and Leona (Andre) Knecht, she was born December 28, 1917 in Hartford City. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1936 and worked at Franklin Security Company in Hartford City and Louisville, Kentucky. Bert married John W. Monfort on August 30, 1941. His death occurred April 28, 1981.
John was the owner/publisher of the Hartford City News-Times and Bert worked as Women’s Editor until retiring in 1993. She continued to write a weekly column, “Bert’s Beat” until summer 2009.
Bert was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Altar-Rosary Society, Blackford County Hospital Auxiliary, Friends of the Library and Blackford Golf Club. She was a former board member of Blackford Community Foundation, Tri Kappa Sorority and was a founding member of Board of Governors of Minnetrista Cultural Center, Muncie.
Survivors include her children: David W. (Winne) Monfort, Honaunau, Hawaii, Suzan M. Monfort, Duvall, Washington, Katherine Ann “Kam” (Michael) Martin, Littleton, Colorado, Colonel Ralph D. Monfort, retired, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Mary M. Monfort, Englewood, Colorado, and Elizabeth A. Monfort, Duvall, Washington; seven grandchildren, Christopher Monfort, John (Laura) Martin, James Martin, Kristine (Max)
Schillinger, Kawika Monfort Chang, Joseph A. Monfort and Amelia Ruth; four great-grandchildren, Sara and Felix Martin, Alex and Anna Schillinger; and one brother, Joseph (Monica) Knecht, Monroeville, Indiana.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters, Marie Ravaux and Wilma Lord, and three brothers, William, Russell and Robert Knecht.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Robert Williams at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 8 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 2- 4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday, June 7 and from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesday .
Memorials may be sent to Blackford Community Foundation.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Friday, May 28, 2010
BILLIE E. (FRAHM) WALTON
Hartford City, Indiana
Billie E. (Frahm) Walton, 90, died Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester.
Mrs. Walton was born March 5, 1920 in Auglaize County, Ohio to Herbert A. and Helen C. (Brecount) Frahm. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1937 and received degrees from Moody Bible Institute, Chicago and Hartnell College, Salinas, Kansas. She worked with Wycliffe Bible Translators in Peru, South America from 1952-1962. Billie also worked as a legal secretary.
Billie married Miles P. Walton in Los Angeles, California on June 13, 1966. His death occurred February 20, 1990. In 1998 she moved to North Manchester.
Her memberships include Salinas Valley Community Church, Lydians Missionary Group, and Legal Secretary’s Association all of Salinas, California.
Survivors include a step-son, Douglas Walton and a step-daughter, Barbara (Christopher) Nelson, both of California and one sister, Joyce (William) Musselman, North Manchester.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers, Herbert, Bruce, Robert and Richard Frahm and two sisters, Jean Frahm and Janet Simmons.
Graveside services will be held at the Hartford City Cemetery at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 1 with Pastor Sue Babovec officiating.
Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St. Hartford City is handling arrangements.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Billie E. (Frahm) Walton, 90, died Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester.
Mrs. Walton was born March 5, 1920 in Auglaize County, Ohio to Herbert A. and Helen C. (Brecount) Frahm. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1937 and received degrees from Moody Bible Institute, Chicago and Hartnell College, Salinas, Kansas. She worked with Wycliffe Bible Translators in Peru, South America from 1952-1962. Billie also worked as a legal secretary.
Billie married Miles P. Walton in Los Angeles, California on June 13, 1966. His death occurred February 20, 1990. In 1998 she moved to North Manchester.
Her memberships include Salinas Valley Community Church, Lydians Missionary Group, and Legal Secretary’s Association all of Salinas, California.
Survivors include a step-son, Douglas Walton and a step-daughter, Barbara (Christopher) Nelson, both of California and one sister, Joyce (William) Musselman, North Manchester.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers, Herbert, Bruce, Robert and Richard Frahm and two sisters, Jean Frahm and Janet Simmons.
Graveside services will be held at the Hartford City Cemetery at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 1 with Pastor Sue Babovec officiating.
Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St. Hartford City is handling arrangements.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com
Monday, May 17, 2010
Richie L. Nuckols
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Richie L. Nuckols, 63, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 15, 2010 at his residence.
The son of Everett and Ruth (Hatch) Nuckols, he was born March 21, 1947 in Portland. He graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1965 and then served in the Army.
Richie worked at 3-M and retired from Borg Warner after over 30 years of employment, and was the former owner of the Scotch Mist Restaurant. He was a member of Blackford Lodge #106 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Indianapolis, Shrine Club, Elks Lodge #625, Amvets Post #23 and was a life member of the American Legion Post #159.
Surviving are: 3 sons, Richie Ty (Chriss) Nuckols, Matthew Nuckols and Marcus Nuckols; a daughter, Cynthia (Jayson)Lytle; 3 sisters, Karen McDaniels, Judy (Lee) Dobbels and Lenora Faine; 8 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Regina (Batten) Nuckols and his parents.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 19 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Twin Hills Cemetery, Pennville.
Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 18 and one hour prior to services on Wednesday. Masonic services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be sent to the Shriners Hospitals for Children with envelopes available at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Richie L. Nuckols, 63, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 15, 2010 at his residence.
The son of Everett and Ruth (Hatch) Nuckols, he was born March 21, 1947 in Portland. He graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1965 and then served in the Army.
Richie worked at 3-M and retired from Borg Warner after over 30 years of employment, and was the former owner of the Scotch Mist Restaurant. He was a member of Blackford Lodge #106 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Indianapolis, Shrine Club, Elks Lodge #625, Amvets Post #23 and was a life member of the American Legion Post #159.
Surviving are: 3 sons, Richie Ty (Chriss) Nuckols, Matthew Nuckols and Marcus Nuckols; a daughter, Cynthia (Jayson)Lytle; 3 sisters, Karen McDaniels, Judy (Lee) Dobbels and Lenora Faine; 8 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Regina (Batten) Nuckols and his parents.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 19 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Twin Hills Cemetery, Pennville.
Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 18 and one hour prior to services on Wednesday. Masonic services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be sent to the Shriners Hospitals for Children with envelopes available at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
V. June Storer
HARTFORD CITY, IN
V. June Storer, 82, went to be with her Lord on Friday, May 14, 2010 at her residence.
The daughter of Dale and Lora “Sis” (Bergdoll) Burnworth, she was born November 22, 1927 in Blackford County. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1946 and married Robert Junior Storer on March 29, 1947. His death occurred on October 2, 2003.
A domestic engineer (homemaker), June was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and involved in many church activities. She was a member of several Euchre clubs and the Senior Citizens Group.
Surviving are: one son, Greg (Soneta) Storer, Hartford City; one daughter, Kim (David) Wilson, Marion; one brother, Donald (Lila) Burnworth, Hartford City; five grandchildren, Michael and Travis (Amy) Storer, Kim Cansler and David and
Anne Wilson; five great-grandchildren, Trey, Tylar and Bentley Storer, Chase Cansler and Cameron Watt.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 17 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Phil Abrams and Pastor Dustin Jones officiating. Burial will be made in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call from 1-4 p.m. Sunday and 9-10 a.m. Monday at Waters Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church or Blackford County Cancer Support Group, c/o Blackford Community Foundation, P.O. Box 327, Hartford City, IN.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
V. June Storer, 82, went to be with her Lord on Friday, May 14, 2010 at her residence.
The daughter of Dale and Lora “Sis” (Bergdoll) Burnworth, she was born November 22, 1927 in Blackford County. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1946 and married Robert Junior Storer on March 29, 1947. His death occurred on October 2, 2003.
A domestic engineer (homemaker), June was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and involved in many church activities. She was a member of several Euchre clubs and the Senior Citizens Group.
Surviving are: one son, Greg (Soneta) Storer, Hartford City; one daughter, Kim (David) Wilson, Marion; one brother, Donald (Lila) Burnworth, Hartford City; five grandchildren, Michael and Travis (Amy) Storer, Kim Cansler and David and
Anne Wilson; five great-grandchildren, Trey, Tylar and Bentley Storer, Chase Cansler and Cameron Watt.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 17 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Phil Abrams and Pastor Dustin Jones officiating. Burial will be made in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call from 1-4 p.m. Sunday and 9-10 a.m. Monday at Waters Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church or Blackford County Cancer Support Group, c/o Blackford Community Foundation, P.O. Box 327, Hartford City, IN.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
FRANCIS X. CHARNLEY
Hartford City, IN
Francis X. Charnley, 57, died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 6 at his residence.
The son of Ross and Rita (Pursley) Charnley, he was born July 29, 1952 in Hartford City and graduated from Blackford High School in 1972. He lived most of his life in Hartford City except for a few years in Oklahoma. He married Bonnie Sue Terhune in Hartford City on July 3, 1977. Her death occurred July 22, 2005.
Francis worked several years at Vargo’s Bakery, Hartford City, and served as lead cook and baker for 16 years at Creative Dining, Taylor University.
Mr. Charnley was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and the Sons of Amvets Post #23.
Surviving are: his mother, Rita; a step-son, Mike Potarf, OK; a step-daughter, Debbie Clayton, OK; five brothers, Rick (Dixie), Nick (Janet), Mark (Robin), Vincent, all of Hartford City, and Geno (Marlena Jo), Angola; three sisters, Mary (Gary) Vandebur, Montpelier, Teresa (John) Rouse, Hartford City and Judy Smith, California and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his father, a sister, Anne Benedict and a step-daughter, Kelli Clayton.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, April 9 in St. John the Evangelist Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton as celebrant.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 8 and from 9-9:30 a.m. on Friday. A Christian Wake Service will be at 6 p.m. Thursday.
Memorials may be made in the form of masses or to the Building Fund at St. John’s Church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Francis X. Charnley, 57, died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 6 at his residence.
The son of Ross and Rita (Pursley) Charnley, he was born July 29, 1952 in Hartford City and graduated from Blackford High School in 1972. He lived most of his life in Hartford City except for a few years in Oklahoma. He married Bonnie Sue Terhune in Hartford City on July 3, 1977. Her death occurred July 22, 2005.
Francis worked several years at Vargo’s Bakery, Hartford City, and served as lead cook and baker for 16 years at Creative Dining, Taylor University.
Mr. Charnley was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and the Sons of Amvets Post #23.
Surviving are: his mother, Rita; a step-son, Mike Potarf, OK; a step-daughter, Debbie Clayton, OK; five brothers, Rick (Dixie), Nick (Janet), Mark (Robin), Vincent, all of Hartford City, and Geno (Marlena Jo), Angola; three sisters, Mary (Gary) Vandebur, Montpelier, Teresa (John) Rouse, Hartford City and Judy Smith, California and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his father, a sister, Anne Benedict and a step-daughter, Kelli Clayton.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, April 9 in St. John the Evangelist Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton as celebrant.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 8 and from 9-9:30 a.m. on Friday. A Christian Wake Service will be at 6 p.m. Thursday.
Memorials may be made in the form of masses or to the Building Fund at St. John’s Church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Monday, April 5, 2010
PHYLLIS E. (ELWOOD) FLYNN
Muncie, Indiana
Phyllis E. (Elwood) Flynn, 59, Muncie, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 3, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital, after a brief illness.
The daughter of Odus M. and A. Irene (Murray) Elwood, she was born December 31, 1950 in Hartford City. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1969. Phyllis married David A. Flynn on November 12, 1988 in Muncie.
She worked as a pharmacy technician at Marsh Pharmacy on Walnut Street for 18 years and loved her job. She enjoyed all that life had to offer up to an including singing and dancing to all genres of music (especially oldies), spending time with her pals from the Oasis, the “Girls” from Hartford City, Indianapolis Colts, evenings on the deck and spending time with her husband, family, kids and grandkids. Phyllis was a dog lover and was an avid Keno player, wherever she could find a machine. She was a woman who knew how to laugh, more importantly, how to love.
Surviving are: her husband, David A. Flynn, Muncie; four children, Todd Strahan (wife, Teresa), Aaron Russell (fiancée, Paula), Lindsay Haney (husband, Eric) and Amber Russell (companion, Dennis); a sister, Nancy Edwards (husband, Don); two brothers, Michael Elwood (wife, Barbara) and her twin, Phillip Elwood (wife, Tina); six grandchildren, Shayna Cline, Quintin Beaty, Tyler Haney, Kyzick and Elijah Strahan and Jacob Southard and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Donna Perry.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon Thursday, April 8 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will be made at a later date in the Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 7 and after 11 a.m. Thursday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Little Red Door Cancer Fund or Animal Rescue Fund, Muncie.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Phyllis E. (Elwood) Flynn, 59, Muncie, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 3, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital, after a brief illness.
The daughter of Odus M. and A. Irene (Murray) Elwood, she was born December 31, 1950 in Hartford City. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1969. Phyllis married David A. Flynn on November 12, 1988 in Muncie.
She worked as a pharmacy technician at Marsh Pharmacy on Walnut Street for 18 years and loved her job. She enjoyed all that life had to offer up to an including singing and dancing to all genres of music (especially oldies), spending time with her pals from the Oasis, the “Girls” from Hartford City, Indianapolis Colts, evenings on the deck and spending time with her husband, family, kids and grandkids. Phyllis was a dog lover and was an avid Keno player, wherever she could find a machine. She was a woman who knew how to laugh, more importantly, how to love.
Surviving are: her husband, David A. Flynn, Muncie; four children, Todd Strahan (wife, Teresa), Aaron Russell (fiancée, Paula), Lindsay Haney (husband, Eric) and Amber Russell (companion, Dennis); a sister, Nancy Edwards (husband, Don); two brothers, Michael Elwood (wife, Barbara) and her twin, Phillip Elwood (wife, Tina); six grandchildren, Shayna Cline, Quintin Beaty, Tyler Haney, Kyzick and Elijah Strahan and Jacob Southard and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Donna Perry.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon Thursday, April 8 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will be made at a later date in the Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 7 and after 11 a.m. Thursday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Little Red Door Cancer Fund or Animal Rescue Fund, Muncie.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
MAX E. MURRAY
HARTFORD CITY, INDIANA
Max E. Murray, 66, Indianapolis, died Thursday, April, 1, 2010 in Kindred Hospital South, Greenwood.
The son of Rex Dwight and Doris (Heckley) Murray, he was born June 15, 1943 in Wells County. He was raised near Pennville and graduated from Poling High School in 1961.
A resident of Indianapolis since 1978, Mr. Murray was a salesman for Hardi Farm Equipment.
Survivors include: his mother, Doris Murray, Pennville; one son, Hartford City Fire Chief Bret (Jara) Murray, Hartford City; two daughters, Stephanie (Roger) Kellogg, Columbia City and Sylvia Hubbard, Lakeland, FL; one brother, Bruce Murray, Pennville; one sister, Janet Ramseyer, Montpelier and six grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 6 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Larry Berry officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday, April 5 and after 9 a.m. Tuesday.
The family requests memorials be made to the Hartford City Cemetery, P. O. Box 66, Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Max E. Murray, 66, Indianapolis, died Thursday, April, 1, 2010 in Kindred Hospital South, Greenwood.
The son of Rex Dwight and Doris (Heckley) Murray, he was born June 15, 1943 in Wells County. He was raised near Pennville and graduated from Poling High School in 1961.
A resident of Indianapolis since 1978, Mr. Murray was a salesman for Hardi Farm Equipment.
Survivors include: his mother, Doris Murray, Pennville; one son, Hartford City Fire Chief Bret (Jara) Murray, Hartford City; two daughters, Stephanie (Roger) Kellogg, Columbia City and Sylvia Hubbard, Lakeland, FL; one brother, Bruce Murray, Pennville; one sister, Janet Ramseyer, Montpelier and six grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 6 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Larry Berry officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday, April 5 and after 9 a.m. Tuesday.
The family requests memorials be made to the Hartford City Cemetery, P. O. Box 66, Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Opal I. Lord, 83
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Opal I. Lord, 83, former Mayor of Hartford City, passed away, Friday, March 26, 2010 in Miller’s Merry Manor in Wabash.
The daughter of George Sr. and Gertrude Josephine (Johnson) Wallace, she was born January 9, 1927 in Dunkirk, Indiana. She was a graduate of Hartford City High School, class of 1945. Opal married Charles Franklin Lord on November 15, 1946 in Dunkirk. He preceded her in death on August 30, 1981.
In addition to being the Mayor of Hartford City from 1996 to 2000, she was also active in the Republican State Central Committee, appointed by Governors Whitcomb, Orr, and Bowen. She was the Republican Party Chairman in Blackford County for many years and also a 50 year member and Past Worthy Matron of Purity Chapter #126, Order of Eastern Star.
Mrs. Lord worked for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles as a branch manager for 16 years, as well as, 10 years as the hearing officer at the BMV.
Surviving is her son, K.M. Lord (wife, Ruth), of Somerset, brother Walter Wallace (wife, Janet), of Hartford City, sisters-in-law, Vera Wallace, of Kokomo, and Alyce Wallace, of Nebraska, as well as many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Wendall Wallace and George Wallace, a sister, Sarah Sutton and her husband Bud Sutton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 30, 2010 in the Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City, with Rev. Dr. Gary Hall presiding. Burial will follow in Buckles Cemetery, west of Dunkirk in Niles Township, Delaware County.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St. Hartford City, on Monday, March 29, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. An Eastern Star service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home.
Her family asks that due to dietary restrictions, please do not send food to the house but instead expressions of sympathy to be in the form of memorials.
Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or any church of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Opal I. Lord, 83, former Mayor of Hartford City, passed away, Friday, March 26, 2010 in Miller’s Merry Manor in Wabash.
The daughter of George Sr. and Gertrude Josephine (Johnson) Wallace, she was born January 9, 1927 in Dunkirk, Indiana. She was a graduate of Hartford City High School, class of 1945. Opal married Charles Franklin Lord on November 15, 1946 in Dunkirk. He preceded her in death on August 30, 1981.
In addition to being the Mayor of Hartford City from 1996 to 2000, she was also active in the Republican State Central Committee, appointed by Governors Whitcomb, Orr, and Bowen. She was the Republican Party Chairman in Blackford County for many years and also a 50 year member and Past Worthy Matron of Purity Chapter #126, Order of Eastern Star.
Mrs. Lord worked for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles as a branch manager for 16 years, as well as, 10 years as the hearing officer at the BMV.
Surviving is her son, K.M. Lord (wife, Ruth), of Somerset, brother Walter Wallace (wife, Janet), of Hartford City, sisters-in-law, Vera Wallace, of Kokomo, and Alyce Wallace, of Nebraska, as well as many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Wendall Wallace and George Wallace, a sister, Sarah Sutton and her husband Bud Sutton.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 30, 2010 in the Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City, with Rev. Dr. Gary Hall presiding. Burial will follow in Buckles Cemetery, west of Dunkirk in Niles Township, Delaware County.
Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St. Hartford City, on Monday, March 29, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. An Eastern Star service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home.
Her family asks that due to dietary restrictions, please do not send food to the house but instead expressions of sympathy to be in the form of memorials.
Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or any church of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Monday, March 1, 2010
EMMA JEAN MC FEELY
Emma Jean Mc Feely, 79, died unexpectedly Sunday morning, February 28, 2010, in the home of her daughter.
The daughter of Earl B. and Lora May (Legue) Clendenin, she was born March 13, 1930, in Hand County, South Dakota. She resided in Blackford County most of her life except for a few years in Jennings County and Eaton.
Emma married Ira H. (Mac) Mc Feely, Jr. in Hartford City on June 29, 1946. His death occurred February 23, 1983.
Survivors include: 4 daughters, Sharon Gray, Muncie, Linda (William) Elliott, Eaton, Debra (Timothy) Dragoo, Eaton and Denise (Richard) Bacon, Hartford City; 9 grandchildren, Charles Gray, Jr., Steven Gray, Shawn Dragoo, Matthew Dragoo, William Bacon, Richard Bacon, Jr., Julie Maxwell, Diana Miller and Melissa Booher; and 13 great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Clendenin.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, March 5, 2010 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, with Rev. Raymond Lake officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Visitation will be Thursday, March 4 from 4-7 p.m. at Waters Funeral Home and one hour prior to services on Friday.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
The daughter of Earl B. and Lora May (Legue) Clendenin, she was born March 13, 1930, in Hand County, South Dakota. She resided in Blackford County most of her life except for a few years in Jennings County and Eaton.
Emma married Ira H. (Mac) Mc Feely, Jr. in Hartford City on June 29, 1946. His death occurred February 23, 1983.
Survivors include: 4 daughters, Sharon Gray, Muncie, Linda (William) Elliott, Eaton, Debra (Timothy) Dragoo, Eaton and Denise (Richard) Bacon, Hartford City; 9 grandchildren, Charles Gray, Jr., Steven Gray, Shawn Dragoo, Matthew Dragoo, William Bacon, Richard Bacon, Jr., Julie Maxwell, Diana Miller and Melissa Booher; and 13 great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Clendenin.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, March 5, 2010 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, with Rev. Raymond Lake officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Visitation will be Thursday, March 4 from 4-7 p.m. at Waters Funeral Home and one hour prior to services on Friday.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
EVERETT S. HOWARD
Everett S. Howard, 72, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital.
He was born October 20, 1937 in Upland, the son of Stephen and Dorothy (Futrell) Howard and was a graduate of Jefferson Township High School. An Army veteran he had served in Germany and was in the National Guard after his discharge.
Everett married Janet E. Wright on February 13, 1960 in Eaton and resided most of his life in Hartford City. He retired from 3-M Co., Hartford City, and enjoyed working on watches and other timepieces.
He attended Grace United Methodist Church and was a member of 3-M Retirees Club and Timeless Treasures Group.
Survivors include: his wife, Janet; a son, Michael Howard, Upland; a daughter, Mari Howard, Hartford City; a grandson, Michael Downam; a granddaughter, Elizabeth Klara Howard; and one sister, Patty Whybrew, Upland.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter-in-law, Donna Howard in 1999, two brothers, John Douglas Howard and James Howard, and one sister, Kathleen Price.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 26 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall presiding.
Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton with military rites by Delaware County Veterans Organization.
Visitation will be Thursday, February 25 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be sent to Grace United Methodist Church or Blackford Community Foundation with envelopes available at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
He was born October 20, 1937 in Upland, the son of Stephen and Dorothy (Futrell) Howard and was a graduate of Jefferson Township High School. An Army veteran he had served in Germany and was in the National Guard after his discharge.
Everett married Janet E. Wright on February 13, 1960 in Eaton and resided most of his life in Hartford City. He retired from 3-M Co., Hartford City, and enjoyed working on watches and other timepieces.
He attended Grace United Methodist Church and was a member of 3-M Retirees Club and Timeless Treasures Group.
Survivors include: his wife, Janet; a son, Michael Howard, Upland; a daughter, Mari Howard, Hartford City; a grandson, Michael Downam; a granddaughter, Elizabeth Klara Howard; and one sister, Patty Whybrew, Upland.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter-in-law, Donna Howard in 1999, two brothers, John Douglas Howard and James Howard, and one sister, Kathleen Price.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 26 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall presiding.
Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton with military rites by Delaware County Veterans Organization.
Visitation will be Thursday, February 25 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be sent to Grace United Methodist Church or Blackford Community Foundation with envelopes available at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
CHARLES J. “BUD” CARLL
Charles J. “Bud” Carll, 82, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2010, in Ball Memorial Hospital.
The son of Robert and Ethel (Lanning) Carll, he was born March 20, 1927 in Blackford County. On April 17, 1947 he married Carolyn Pogue and lived in Blackford County, later moving to Upland.
Bud served his country in the U. S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He owned the Chevrolet dealership in Upland from 1958-1962. He also worked for 31 years as a truck driver delivering milk from farms to the dairy.
Mr. Carll was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and the American Legion, Upland, and had played minor league baseball in North Carolina.
Surviving are: one daughter, Kim (James) Puckett, New River, AZ; three grandsons, Silas Barton Carll-Puckett, David Guin Puckett III, and Andrew Paul Puckett; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Robert (Anna) Carll, Hartford City; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a brother, Leo Carll, and two sisters, Mary Alice Bowman and Virginia Lee Carll.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, February 24 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton as celebrant. Burial will be made at a later date in Park Cemetery, Greenfield.
Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, is handling the arrangements.
There will be no visitation.
Memorials may be sent to Blackford County Animal Shelter or masses to the church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
The son of Robert and Ethel (Lanning) Carll, he was born March 20, 1927 in Blackford County. On April 17, 1947 he married Carolyn Pogue and lived in Blackford County, later moving to Upland.
Bud served his country in the U. S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He owned the Chevrolet dealership in Upland from 1958-1962. He also worked for 31 years as a truck driver delivering milk from farms to the dairy.
Mr. Carll was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and the American Legion, Upland, and had played minor league baseball in North Carolina.
Surviving are: one daughter, Kim (James) Puckett, New River, AZ; three grandsons, Silas Barton Carll-Puckett, David Guin Puckett III, and Andrew Paul Puckett; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Robert (Anna) Carll, Hartford City; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a brother, Leo Carll, and two sisters, Mary Alice Bowman and Virginia Lee Carll.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, February 24 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton as celebrant. Burial will be made at a later date in Park Cemetery, Greenfield.
Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, is handling the arrangements.
There will be no visitation.
Memorials may be sent to Blackford County Animal Shelter or masses to the church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Mary Esther Wood
Hartford City, IN
Mary Esther Wood, 81, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2010, in Miller's Merry Manor.
The daughter of Albert Vernon and Wilda Cynthia (Lanning) Wood, she was born May 5, 1928 in Hartford City and was a life resident of this community. She was a 1947 graduate of Hartford City High School.
Mary Esther worked at the Citizens State Bank (now First Financial) for over 46 years, retiring December 31, 1993 after holding many positions at the bank.
She was a member and past president of Delta Theta Tau Sorority (Nu Chapter), National Association of Bank Women, former member of Business and Professional Women, and had been treasurer and a director of Dollars for Scholars.
Surviving are: two cousins, Carl (Ruth) Townsend, Cedar Ridge, Colorado and Richard Wilson, Ohio; special friends and caregivers, Lee and Leroy Huckleberry and Maxie and Bill Malott, all of Hartford City.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an aunt, Mary Townsend.
Funeral services will be at 11a.m. Thursday, February 4, 2010 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Private burial will follow in the Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, February 3 and 9-11 Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be sent to: Blackford Community Foundation, or Family Hospice of Berne.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Mary Esther Wood, 81, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2010, in Miller's Merry Manor.
The daughter of Albert Vernon and Wilda Cynthia (Lanning) Wood, she was born May 5, 1928 in Hartford City and was a life resident of this community. She was a 1947 graduate of Hartford City High School.
Mary Esther worked at the Citizens State Bank (now First Financial) for over 46 years, retiring December 31, 1993 after holding many positions at the bank.
She was a member and past president of Delta Theta Tau Sorority (Nu Chapter), National Association of Bank Women, former member of Business and Professional Women, and had been treasurer and a director of Dollars for Scholars.
Surviving are: two cousins, Carl (Ruth) Townsend, Cedar Ridge, Colorado and Richard Wilson, Ohio; special friends and caregivers, Lee and Leroy Huckleberry and Maxie and Bill Malott, all of Hartford City.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an aunt, Mary Townsend.
Funeral services will be at 11a.m. Thursday, February 4, 2010 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Private burial will follow in the Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, February 3 and 9-11 Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be sent to: Blackford Community Foundation, or Family Hospice of Berne.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
John R. Ervin
JOHN R. ERVIN
HARTFORD CITY, IN
John R. Ervin, 73, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2010, in Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.
The son of Guy W. and Marie Josephine (Thiel) Ervin, he was born October 16, 1936 in Marion.
John married Bonnie J. Brammer on October 22, 1955. Her death occurred on November 3, 1997. He married Phyllis Smith Webber on July 10, 1999 in Hartford City. She also preceded him in death.
John was a Staff Sergeant in the Indiana National Guard for over 20 years. He had worked as custodian at the National Guard Armory for several years, retiring in 1998.
He had attended the First Christian Church, was a member of Blackford Lodge #106 F& AM, Scottish Rite, Purity Chapter #126, Order of Eastern Star, Amvets Post #23, Hartford City, Van Buren American Legion, and was a former member of the Gas City Masonic Lodge.
Surviving are: a son, R. Joe (Cindy) Ervin, Hartford City; 3 daughters, Charlene Fischer (Toby Hoskins), Salem, VA, Debbie Townsend (Dan Gibson), Montpelier, and Brenda (Jacob) Freeman, Hartford City; 7 grandchildren, Amy (Troy) Sutton, Jessica (Jarrod) Whitesell, Jeremy Bond, Cody Fischer, Heather, Amanda and Jared Ervin; 3 great-grandchildren, Trace, Trayton, and Treavan Sutton.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Joshawa Johnson.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, February 2, 2010 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Tom Parsons presiding. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with military graveside rites.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. Monday, February 1 and one hour prior to services Tuesday.
Masonic Services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday in the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
HARTFORD CITY, IN
John R. Ervin, 73, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2010, in Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis.
The son of Guy W. and Marie Josephine (Thiel) Ervin, he was born October 16, 1936 in Marion.
John married Bonnie J. Brammer on October 22, 1955. Her death occurred on November 3, 1997. He married Phyllis Smith Webber on July 10, 1999 in Hartford City. She also preceded him in death.
John was a Staff Sergeant in the Indiana National Guard for over 20 years. He had worked as custodian at the National Guard Armory for several years, retiring in 1998.
He had attended the First Christian Church, was a member of Blackford Lodge #106 F& AM, Scottish Rite, Purity Chapter #126, Order of Eastern Star, Amvets Post #23, Hartford City, Van Buren American Legion, and was a former member of the Gas City Masonic Lodge.
Surviving are: a son, R. Joe (Cindy) Ervin, Hartford City; 3 daughters, Charlene Fischer (Toby Hoskins), Salem, VA, Debbie Townsend (Dan Gibson), Montpelier, and Brenda (Jacob) Freeman, Hartford City; 7 grandchildren, Amy (Troy) Sutton, Jessica (Jarrod) Whitesell, Jeremy Bond, Cody Fischer, Heather, Amanda and Jared Ervin; 3 great-grandchildren, Trace, Trayton, and Treavan Sutton.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Joshawa Johnson.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, February 2, 2010 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Tom Parsons presiding. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with military graveside rites.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. Monday, February 1 and one hour prior to services Tuesday.
Masonic Services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday in the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Timothy G. Tatman
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Timothy G. Tatman, 51, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at his residence.
The son of Bill L. Tatman, Sr. and Phoebe J. (Hudson) Tatman, he was born October 7, 1958 in Hartford City. He graduated from Blackford High School and lived most of his life in Hartford City except for 2 ½ years in Sarasota, Florida. He had worked recently as a bartender at the Elks Lodge, Hartford City.
Survivors include: a sister, Nancy Lenfestey (companion, Jerry Robbins), Hartford City; nieces and nephews, Lisa (Paul) Shanayda, Muncie, Darrin Lenfestey, Hartford City, Seth (Leeann) Tatman, Matthews, Jamie (Jodi) Tatman, Wendy Stiles and Stephanie (Rob) Hess, all of Hartford City; great nieces and great nephews, Sidney, Blake and Preston Shanayda, Brayson Tatman, Savannah and Tyler Stiles, Brady Hess, and Jenna and Jacee Tatman; two aunts, Datha Daniels and Anna Lee Lowery, both of Redkey.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Billie Tatman, Jr. and James Allen Tatman.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, February 1, 2010 at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Burial will be made at a later date in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home from noon to 2 p.m. Monday.
Memorials may be made to Animal Rescue Fund (A.R.F.), 1209 W. Riggin Rd., Muncie, IN 47303 or the Hartford City Cemetery, P.O. Box 66, Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Timothy G. Tatman, 51, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at his residence.
The son of Bill L. Tatman, Sr. and Phoebe J. (Hudson) Tatman, he was born October 7, 1958 in Hartford City. He graduated from Blackford High School and lived most of his life in Hartford City except for 2 ½ years in Sarasota, Florida. He had worked recently as a bartender at the Elks Lodge, Hartford City.
Survivors include: a sister, Nancy Lenfestey (companion, Jerry Robbins), Hartford City; nieces and nephews, Lisa (Paul) Shanayda, Muncie, Darrin Lenfestey, Hartford City, Seth (Leeann) Tatman, Matthews, Jamie (Jodi) Tatman, Wendy Stiles and Stephanie (Rob) Hess, all of Hartford City; great nieces and great nephews, Sidney, Blake and Preston Shanayda, Brayson Tatman, Savannah and Tyler Stiles, Brady Hess, and Jenna and Jacee Tatman; two aunts, Datha Daniels and Anna Lee Lowery, both of Redkey.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Billie Tatman, Jr. and James Allen Tatman.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, February 1, 2010 at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Burial will be made at a later date in Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home from noon to 2 p.m. Monday.
Memorials may be made to Animal Rescue Fund (A.R.F.), 1209 W. Riggin Rd., Muncie, IN 47303 or the Hartford City Cemetery, P.O. Box 66, Hartford City, IN 47348.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Marybel Wesner Shook
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Marybel Wesner Shook, 95, former longtime resident of Hartford City, died Sunday, January 24, 2010, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
She was born December 2, 1914 in Dunkirk, Indiana, the daughter of James and Octavia (Jenkins) Coughlin. Mrs. Shook graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1933 and attended the Ball State School of Nursing in Muncie, Indiana.
She married Carl N. Wesner on July 12, 1940. Mr. Wesner’s death occurred on January 28, 1972. She married Donald E. Shook on August 9, 1976. Mr. Shook’s death occurred on March 22, 1994.
A homemaker, Mrs. Shook was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Blackford Country Club, past president and honorary member of Psi Iota Xi Sorority.
Surviving are: two daughters, Jane Lewis, Indianapolis and Sharon Lahti (husband Erik), Fort Lauderdale, Florida; three grandchildren, Michael Lewis (wife Heidi), Kathryn Lewis, and Megan Sams (husband Timothy), all of Indianapolis; three great-grandchildren, Morgan Lewis, Lewis Sams, and Bo Sams, all of Indianapolis; and one sister-in-law, Marie Coughlin, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Mrs. Shook was preceded in death by her brothers, Fred Coughlin and wife Pat and Ernest Coughlin.
Funeral services will be Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Entombment will follow at Elm Ridge Mausoleum, Muncie.
Friends may call at the Grace United Methodist Church on Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City, Indiana 47348.
Waters Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Marybel Wesner Shook, 95, former longtime resident of Hartford City, died Sunday, January 24, 2010, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
She was born December 2, 1914 in Dunkirk, Indiana, the daughter of James and Octavia (Jenkins) Coughlin. Mrs. Shook graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1933 and attended the Ball State School of Nursing in Muncie, Indiana.
She married Carl N. Wesner on July 12, 1940. Mr. Wesner’s death occurred on January 28, 1972. She married Donald E. Shook on August 9, 1976. Mr. Shook’s death occurred on March 22, 1994.
A homemaker, Mrs. Shook was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Blackford Country Club, past president and honorary member of Psi Iota Xi Sorority.
Surviving are: two daughters, Jane Lewis, Indianapolis and Sharon Lahti (husband Erik), Fort Lauderdale, Florida; three grandchildren, Michael Lewis (wife Heidi), Kathryn Lewis, and Megan Sams (husband Timothy), all of Indianapolis; three great-grandchildren, Morgan Lewis, Lewis Sams, and Bo Sams, all of Indianapolis; and one sister-in-law, Marie Coughlin, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Mrs. Shook was preceded in death by her brothers, Fred Coughlin and wife Pat and Ernest Coughlin.
Funeral services will be Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Entombment will follow at Elm Ridge Mausoleum, Muncie.
Friends may call at the Grace United Methodist Church on Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City, Indiana 47348.
Waters Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Martha J. Swoveland
HARTFORD CITY, IN
Martha J. Swoveland, 86, widow of former Hartford City Mayor Rex Swoveland, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.
She was born in Hartford City on March 2, 1923, the daughter of Marion and Edna (Kline) Thomas. She was a 1941 graduate of Hartford City High School. A life resident of Hartford City, she married Rex Swoveland on May 28, 1942 in Hartford City. His death occurred on July 31, 1990. .
Surviving are: a daughter, Susy (Fred) Tobey, Hartford City; 2 sons, Paul (Laura) Swoveland, Charlotte, NC, and Tim Swoveland, Fort Wayne; a sister, Nancy Willmann, Hartford City; 6 grandchildren, Lynne Dee, Marc, Matt, Jennifer, Angie, and Max; also several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, 2 brothers, Robert and William Thomas and a sister, Becky Smith.
At Martha’s request, services will be for the family only. Burial will be made in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Waters Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s favorite charity.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Martha J. Swoveland, 86, widow of former Hartford City Mayor Rex Swoveland, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2010 in Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.
She was born in Hartford City on March 2, 1923, the daughter of Marion and Edna (Kline) Thomas. She was a 1941 graduate of Hartford City High School. A life resident of Hartford City, she married Rex Swoveland on May 28, 1942 in Hartford City. His death occurred on July 31, 1990. .
Surviving are: a daughter, Susy (Fred) Tobey, Hartford City; 2 sons, Paul (Laura) Swoveland, Charlotte, NC, and Tim Swoveland, Fort Wayne; a sister, Nancy Willmann, Hartford City; 6 grandchildren, Lynne Dee, Marc, Matt, Jennifer, Angie, and Max; also several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, 2 brothers, Robert and William Thomas and a sister, Becky Smith.
At Martha’s request, services will be for the family only. Burial will be made in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Waters Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s favorite charity.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Monday, January 18, 2010
O. JEAN VAN HORN
HARTFORD CITY, IN
O. Jean Van Horn, 83, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2010, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Hartford City.
She was born April 28, 1926 in Muncie, the daughter of Lester and Mary (Watson-Falby) Van Horn. A 1944 graduate of Hartford City High School, she graduated from Taylor University and received her masters degree at Ball State University.
A teacher for over 40 years, she had taught at Muncie, Montpelier, Taylor University, and Coloma, Michigan.
Jean was a member of the First Christian Church and the Retired Teachers Association.
Surviving are: a brother, Robert Van Horn, Hartford City; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Van Horn and sisters, Vera Denton and Doris Chipman.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2010 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday.
The family requests memorials be made to the First Christian Church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
O. Jean Van Horn, 83, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2010, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Hartford City.
She was born April 28, 1926 in Muncie, the daughter of Lester and Mary (Watson-Falby) Van Horn. A 1944 graduate of Hartford City High School, she graduated from Taylor University and received her masters degree at Ball State University.
A teacher for over 40 years, she had taught at Muncie, Montpelier, Taylor University, and Coloma, Michigan.
Jean was a member of the First Christian Church and the Retired Teachers Association.
Surviving are: a brother, Robert Van Horn, Hartford City; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Van Horn and sisters, Vera Denton and Doris Chipman.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2010 in the Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.
Friends may call at the Waters Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday.
The family requests memorials be made to the First Christian Church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Kathryn Hollis Dee
Minnetonka, Minnesota
Kathryn Hollis Dee, 94, former Dunkirk and Hartford City resident, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2010, at the Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. She resided in Minnesota for the last thirty years, the last eleven, living independently, at the Beacon Hill Presbyterian Residence in Minnetonka, Minnesota. She was the widow of Leo Richard Dee who preceded her in death on August 17, 1962. They were proprietors of the Dee's Hardware stores in Dunkirk and Hartford City from 1945 until 1964. She was a former member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Dunkirk, and an employee of Kerr Glass Corp., Dunkirk from 1966 until 1969.
Born March 18, 1915, in Hartford City, she was the daughter of Arthur Clement Hollis and Mabel Gardiner Hollis. She was one of five children: Samuel Hollis, Helen Hollis Tidd, Elizabeth Hollis King, Kathryn Hollis Dee and Aldah Hollis Robbins.
Kathryn loved and was devoted to her family, enjoyed their company and traveled often over the years to be with them. She was an avid golfer and remained an enthusiastic fan. She enjoyed reading, playing cards and throughout her life, was committed to regular exercise.
She leaves two sons, L. Richard Dee and wife, Karen (Coughlin) of Chaska, Minnesota, and Arthur Hollis Dee and wife, Bonnie (Grayson) of Frederick, Maryland. She was the grandmother of Lori Dee Reeburgh and husband, Scott, Kristen Dee Tierney and husband, Cronin, Elizabeth Dee, Meghan Dee Ewin and husband, Joshua; three great grandchildren, Jack and Claire Reeburgh, and Thomas Ewin and many nieces and nephews. She is survived by one sister, Elizabeth Hollis King of Hamilton, Montana.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, January 18 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, January 17 and 9-10:30 a.m. Monday at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. A Christian Wake Service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
If desired, the family requests that remembrances be made in her name to: Immaculate Heart of Mary, Ministry of Care, 13505 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka, MN 55345, or the organization/charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
Kathryn Hollis Dee, 94, former Dunkirk and Hartford City resident, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2010, at the Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. She resided in Minnesota for the last thirty years, the last eleven, living independently, at the Beacon Hill Presbyterian Residence in Minnetonka, Minnesota. She was the widow of Leo Richard Dee who preceded her in death on August 17, 1962. They were proprietors of the Dee's Hardware stores in Dunkirk and Hartford City from 1945 until 1964. She was a former member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Dunkirk, and an employee of Kerr Glass Corp., Dunkirk from 1966 until 1969.
Born March 18, 1915, in Hartford City, she was the daughter of Arthur Clement Hollis and Mabel Gardiner Hollis. She was one of five children: Samuel Hollis, Helen Hollis Tidd, Elizabeth Hollis King, Kathryn Hollis Dee and Aldah Hollis Robbins.
Kathryn loved and was devoted to her family, enjoyed their company and traveled often over the years to be with them. She was an avid golfer and remained an enthusiastic fan. She enjoyed reading, playing cards and throughout her life, was committed to regular exercise.
She leaves two sons, L. Richard Dee and wife, Karen (Coughlin) of Chaska, Minnesota, and Arthur Hollis Dee and wife, Bonnie (Grayson) of Frederick, Maryland. She was the grandmother of Lori Dee Reeburgh and husband, Scott, Kristen Dee Tierney and husband, Cronin, Elizabeth Dee, Meghan Dee Ewin and husband, Joshua; three great grandchildren, Jack and Claire Reeburgh, and Thomas Ewin and many nieces and nephews. She is survived by one sister, Elizabeth Hollis King of Hamilton, Montana.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, January 18 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Hartford City Cemetery.
Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, January 17 and 9-10:30 a.m. Monday at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. A Christian Wake Service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
If desired, the family requests that remembrances be made in her name to: Immaculate Heart of Mary, Ministry of Care, 13505 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka, MN 55345, or the organization/charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.
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