CHARLES L. PETHTEL

Hartford City, Indiana

Charles L. Pethtel, 82, passed away October 25, 2012 at his residence.

He was born May 19, 1930 in Millgrove, Indiana, the son of Robert and Ruth (Hendershot) Pethtel. He attended grade school in Millgrove, then graduated from Montpelier High School in 1948.

Charles married Elonda Rinker on March 17, 1951, in Hartford City. She survives. He was drafted into the Army in 1951, served 18 months overseas and was discharged in 1953.

Charles was employed at Overhead Door for 16 years, Bathey for 2 years and retired from Hartford Concrete in 1995 after 25 years of service.

He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church.

Charles is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Elonda; a daughter, Linette (Brian) Trauring, Toledo, OH; a son, Evan Pethtel, Indianapolis; 4 grandchildren, Jeff (Brittany) Trauring, Elizabeth (friend, Mike) and Megan Trauring, and Dru Alex Pethtel; 2 great-granddaughters, Laura Ruth and Noelle Elizabeth Trauring;  a sister, Lois (George) Dye, The Village, FL. He is also survived by his in-laws and good friends who shared 50 + years of good times together, Gwen & Betty Rinker, Jim & Betty Rinker, Sue Rinker and Merrill & RedaBelle (Rinker) Nottingham.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother & sister-in-law, Jack and Gracie Ann Pethtel, a special aunt, Mazie Current and brother-in-law, Clifford Rinker.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, October 29 in Zion Lutheran Church, 308 S. Monroe St., Hartford City with Pastor David Fleener officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory with military rites by Delaware County Veterans Organization.                

Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, from 1-5 p.m. Sunday and from 9-9:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Zion Lutheran Church or Ball Memorial Hospice.

A special thank you to Dr. Joseph Spahr, Margie, Abby, Chemo nurses & 5^th floor nurses for their loving care.

Online condolences may be sent to: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

ELLEN D. TURNEY

HARTFORD CITY, IN       

Ellen D. Dornberger Turney, 87, died peacefully Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at 8:50 p.m. after a lengthy illness. Born February 19, 1925 in Washington, Pennsylvania, Ellen moved to Hartford City in 1962 to work for the 3M Company,  from which she retired in 1990 after more than 25 years of service.

Ellen was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, where she was involved in the Altar and Rosary Society and the church-affiliated “New to You” second-hand shop. Ellen was a Charter Member of the Blackford Community Hospital Volunteer Association (Ladies in Pink) and a lifetime member of the American Legion Auxiliary, 3M Retirees and 3M Club.

Ellen was a wonderful cook, loved trying out new recipes, and had a cookbook collection any library would be proud of. She loved going places in her car and would often have friends ride along to help her navigate when she got lost.

Ellen always found time for others and would go out of her way to cheer someone up. Her laugh was infectious, and her smile and beautiful blue eyes made her stand out from all others. She was truly a joy to be around and will be deeply missed.

Surviving are: her daughter, Rebecca Turney  Sherer (Jim), Newburgh, IN; her brother, Joseph J. Dornberger, Jr., Sarasota FL; her grandson, James, Jr., whom she fondly called her “Peaches and Cream:, Newburgh, IN; her nephew, whom she dearly loved and who held a very special place in her heart, Leonard J. Dornberger, Jr. (Maria), Dover, DE; her nieces, Andrea Dornberger Williams (goddaughter) and Michele Dornberger, Dover, DE; sister-in-law, Felicia Dornberger, Dunkirk; and Ellen’s godson, A.J. Dornberger (Phyllis), Muncie.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph J. Dornberger, Sr. and Clara A. Dornberger; her son, Timothy E. Turney; and her brother, Leonard J. Dornberger, Sr.

The family would like to thank Miller’s Merry Manor, Hartford City, and staff for the loving care that was given to Ellen. In addition, a special thank you to Family Hospice and Palliative Care of Berne, Indiana. These “Angels on Earth” have been with Ellen for almost 2 years and she loved each and every one of them. Also, thank you to Dr. Helen Borgenheimer and her staff. Last but certainly not least, the family wants to thank Diana Ring. Diana became a part of our family a few years ago and has always been there for each and every one of us. Diana was another of God’s true “Angels on Earth”. Her compassion, love, spirituality and wonderful sense of humor are surpassed by no one.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 24 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton as celebrant. Burial will be in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, Washington, Pennsylvania. 

Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City from 4 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 23 and from 10 – 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday. A Christian Wake Service will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial s may be made to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 265 W. Water St., Berne, IN 46711.

Online condolences may be sent to: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

N. JEAN JEFFRIES

HARTFORD CITY, INDIANA

N. Jean Jeffries, 87, died unexpectedly Wednesday morning, October 17, 2012 at Crown Pointe.

She was born February 3, 1925 in Delaware County, the daughter of Clarence and Docia (Thompson) Marker, Sr. and was a 1943 graduate of Selma High School.

Jean was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church and was a member of the Card Club, Muncie.

A homemaker, she had worked as a secretary at Overhead Door Corp. for several years and later was the bookkeeper for Leo’s Menswear.

Surviving are: one son, David (Janel) Jeffries, Indianapolis; one brother, Clarence “Bill” (Judy) Marker, Jr., Florida; two grandchildren, Matthew (Jenna) Jeffries and Megan (Chad) Pryce; three great-grandchildren, Kameron and Kaleigh Butts and Leo Jeffries; two step-great-grandchildren, Caleb and Aaron Pryce.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 63 years, Leo Jeffries and a son, Randy Jeffries.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, October 20 at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Dustin Jones officiating.  Burial will follow at Hartford City Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 5-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the service on Saturday.    

The family requests that memorials be directed to Trinity United Methodist Church, 303 N. Walnut St., Hartford City, IN 47348.          

Online condolences may be sent to: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

MICHAEL L. WILLIAMS

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Michael L. Williams, 60, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 27, 2012 in his home.

A native and life resident of Blackford County, he was born October 7, 1951, the son of John W. and Ruth (Schmidt) Williams.  A 1970 graduate of Blackford High School, he served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War.

Michael was a former employee of American Woodmark, Gas City.

Survivors include three sisters, Cheryl (John) Pendleton, Diane Williams, and Rochelle Williams, all of Hartford City and a nephew, Darrin Williams.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, October 1, 2012 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St, Hartford City with Rev. Bobby Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in the Montpelier I.O.O.F. Cemetery

Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 11 a.m. – 1p.m. Monday.

Online condolences may be sent to: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

LEO A. NOTTINGHAM

HARTFORD CITY, INDIANA

Leo A. Nottingham, 97, passed away Saturday, September 29, 2012 at Miller’s Merry Manor.

A life resident of Grant and Blackford Counties, he was born in Matthews on October 11, 1914 to Ray and Mary Pauline (Lambert) Nottingham and graduated from Matthews High School in 1933. On December 14, 1935 he married Esther Mittank. She preceded him in death on June 18, 1986.

Leo served in the Navy during W.W. II aboard Light Carrier CVL-28, U.S.S Cabot.  After his discharge, he was a self-employed carpenter and construction worker and had also farmed.

Mr. Nottingham was a member of the Hartford City School Board for several years and was president of the school board when Blackford County Schools were consolidated. He was also a member of Indiana Farm Bureau and Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church.

Survivors include two sons, Dale (Gayle) Nottingham, Hartford City and Don (Margery) Nottingham, Fort Wayne, a daughter, Anita (Alan) Shupe, Fort Wayne; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, three step-great-grandchildren and three step-great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and a brother, John.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 3, 2012 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Dan Coffman officiating. Burial will follow in Matthews Cemetery.

Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from 2-4 and 6-8 Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday.

The family requests memorials be made to the Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church.

Online condolences may be sent to: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.