MARK A. HALL SR.

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Mark Anthony Hall Sr., 48, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, December 20, 2013 at his home.

Mark was born on July 25, 1965, in Hartford City to William Ralph and Norma Oretha (King) Hall and attended school here. He married Lisa Blakley on July 5, 1986 in Hartford City. Mark was the family teaser and practical joker and enjoyed keeping the family on their toes by “keeping ‘em stirred.”

He is survived by his wife Lisa; children, Mark A. Hall Jr. (Brandi Mills) of Hartford City, Wendy (Richard) Barkdull of Hartford City and Helen (Wayne) Ripberger of Muncie; five grandchildren, Shanna & Kloe, Barbara, Makayla & Dakota.  Four brothers; Mike (Zondra) Hall, Rocky (Lori) Hall, Jeff (Edie) Hall, and Tim (Dreama) Hall; and two sisters, Darlene Bowman and Debbie Overla.

Preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Gary Hall and Larry Hall, a sister Brenda Hall and two brothers-in-law, Larry Bowman and Jim Overla.

Funeral service is at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 28, 2013 in Waters Funeral Home 501 W. Washington St., with Rev. Bobby Thomas presiding. Cremation will follow the service.

Visitation will be on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 o’clock.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

PAULINE D. BATES

HARTFORD CITY

Pauline Deloris (Kirkpatrick) Bates, 90, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2013 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.

She was born June 15, 1923 in Delaware County, the daughter of Viola Kirkpatrick and graduated from Hartford City High School in 1942.

Pauline married Lewis E. Bates on October 7, 1967.  He preceded her in death on December 16, 1987.

She was employed at 3-M in machine assembly.

Surviving are: several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, including a special granddaughter, Lisa (Jack) McDonald; two step-sons, Bill (Janet) Bates, Palm Desert, California and Jack (Sue) Bates, Hartford City; special friend, Tim Norris and his family, as well as Jerry Elwood; several nephews and nieces and several great-nephews and great-nieces.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, a step-daughter, Esther Wright, and two brothers, Robert and Edwin Marshall.

Funeral services will be Friday, December 27 at 4:00 p.m. in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, with Rev. Raymond Lake presiding. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Friday.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

GLORIA JEAN MOORE

HARTFORD CITY

Gloria Jean (Jaynes) Moore, 77, passed away Friday, December 13, 2013 at her home.

Gloria was born in Indianapolis on January 20, 1936 to Ferdinand Francis Jaynes, Sr. and Juanita (Hazelrigg) Jaynes. She married James M. Moore, Jr. on April 21, 1952 in Indianapolis and moved to Hartford City in 1968.

She was a homemaker and enjoyed scrapbooking, cross stitching and her flower garden.

Gloria attended Calvary Christian the Lighthouse Church.

Survivors include: a son, Jimmy (Rhonda) Moore, two daughters, Terry (Jim) Roberts and Tracy (Jay) Godfrey, all of Hartford City; seven grandchildren, Christy (Dennis) Bailey, James Matthew Roberts, Jamie (Carli) Moore, James Ryan Moore, Rachel Moore, Andy (Crystal) Godfrey and Cory James Godfrey; five great-grandchildren, Dillon James Bailey, Jaylon Bailey, Jordyn Bailey, Taylor Godfrey, and Kamdyn Godfrey; three sisters, Mary Norris, Corydon, Sandy Denton, Gosport, and Wanda Norris, Louisville, KY.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James, her parents and a brother.

Funeral services will be Monday, December 16, 2013 at 2:00 P.M.  in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, with Pastors Troy Kaufman and Chris Neel officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.

Visitation will be Sunday, December 15 from 5 – 8 P.M. and one hour prior to services on Monday

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

JEREMY W. MOON

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Jeremy W. Moon, 34, passed away, Friday, December 6, 2013 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

He was born in Muncie on May 27, 1979, the son of Jerry K. and Pamela J. (Eller) Moon.  Jeremy attended Muncie schools including Muncie Southside.  He loved football, especially the Indianapolis Colts and loved spending time with his son, his nieces and nephews and family.  He also loved music.

Jeremy is survived by his mother, Pam Coats, of Hartford City, his son, William Brausa-Moon, of Muncie, two brothers, Stephen J. Clifford (Shoshannah), of Hartford City, and Robert Clifford (Candy), of Muncie, two sisters, Melissa Stiffler (Chris), of Hartford City and Beth Smith, of Muncie, maternal grandparents, Stan and Judy Eller, of Des Moines, paternal grandmother, Mary Moon, step-father: Stephen R. Clifford, both of Muncie, nine nephews, six nieces, several aunts, uncles, and cousins, and his beloved dogs, Roxie and Holly.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry K. Moon, his paternal grandfather, Shelly Moon, grandparents, Robert and Joann Cannon, and an uncle, Robert Cannon II, and a nephew.

Graveside rites will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at Strong Cemetery in Albany, with Pastor Frank Oakman presiding.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. prior to the graveside service, at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City.

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

JACK L. WHITESELL

ROLL, IN

Jack L. Whitesell, 77, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2013 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Jack was born on March 2, 1936 to George W. and Marie (Flatter) Whitesell in Hartford City.

He married Carol E. Pierce on March 2, 1957 in Marion, Indiana.

Jack worked for GM in Marion for 42 years, retiring in 2001. He was a life resident of Blackford County.

He loved watching baseball, especially the New York Yankees.

Survivors include his four sons, Tom (Rita) Whitesell of Alexandria, Bill (Lynn) Whitesell of Hartford City, Paul (Kristin) Whitesell of Hartford City, and Kevin (Jessica) Whitesell of Muncie; seven grandchildren, Jennifier Kirk, Kristy Whitesell, Derek Norris, Braden Whitesell, Jaycee Whitesell, Jenna Whitesell, and Kamryn Whitesell; four great-grandchildren, Holly Kirk, Matthew Smith, Melody Garland, and Piper Norris; three siblings, Donnie (Martha) Whitesell, Mary (Ron) Warner, and Jane Maddox, as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol in 2005, his parents, nine brothers, George Whitesell, Larry Whitesell, Darrell Whitesell, Charles Whitesell, Eldon Whitesell, Harry Whitesell, Jerry Whitesell, Thomas Whitesell, and James Whitesell; and two sisters, Letha Hammond, and Wanda Whitesell.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., with Pastor Troy Kaufman officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

THOMAS F. HOLIDAY

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Thomas F. Holiday, 76, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at AMG Specialty Hospital, Muncie after an extended illness.

Thomas was born on February 2, 1937 in Hartford City and was a life resident of this area.

He served his country in the United States Army from 1954 to 1957. After his service, he was employed at Stutz Manufacturing and Sinclair Glass.

Thomas married Dessie C. Jones on June 14, 1957.

He loved fishing and sports. He coached all of his children and never missed any of his grandchildrens’ sporting events. Thomas also loved playing the lottery.

Thomas belonged to the Amvets Post #23 in Hartford City.

Survivors include his wife, Dessie;  five children, Thomas “Tommy” Holiday, of Hartford City, Rita Boozer (Lloyd Litchfield), of Hartford City, Stephen (Monica) Holiday, of Hartford City, Teresa (Christopher) Matney, of Pennville, and Christopher (Michelle) Holiday, of Hartford City; a brother, Joseph Snyder, three sisters, Nancy (Larry) Wisler, Cheryl (Joe) Dill, and Marion Snyder Wright; 17 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dessie Frances Holiday, father, Talmage Thomas Holiday, mother, Helen Louise Coronato Snyder, and step-father, Bud Snyder.

Military Rites and honors will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, November 21, 2013 at the Marion National Cemetery with burial following. Visitation will be from 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. on Thursday at Waters Funeral Home 501 W. Washington St. Hartford City, prior to the procession departing for the cemetery.

Pallbearers will be his grandsons; Tim Clegg, Richard Wolfe, Timmy Wolfe, Daniel Ring, Derrick Ring, Steve Maddox, Jason Maddox, Ryan Holiday, Thomas Holiday, and Tyson Holiday.

Memorials may be made to the family in care of the funeral home, in lieu of flowers.          

Online condolences for the family, www.watersfuneralhomes.com  

CURT T. FLANAGAN

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Curt T. Flanagan, 62, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at his residence.

Curt was born on March 19, 1951 to Clifford and Frances (Kienle) Flanagan in Evanston, Illinois. He graduated from Montpelier High School in 1969 and attended Elgin Jr. College in Elgin, Illinois.

Curt married Joette Norton on August 21, 1971 at St. Mary’s Church in Montpelier.

He worked for GripCo Fasteners in Montpelier for 25 years and had been employed at Petosky Plastics in Hartford City since their opening.

Curt was an avid golfer belonging to the Lakeview Golf Club in Eaton. He routinely played in the Redeye Tournament in Eaton, as well as the Muncie District Tournament.

Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Joette; three brothers, Chris Flanagan of New Castle, Cliff (Betty) Flanagan of Port Richie, FL, and Charles Flanagan of Aurora, IL; brothers-in-law, Robert Norton, and Mike (Judy) Norton; sisters-in-law, Betty (Joe) Logan, Rosella (Ted) Bales, Barbara (JR.) Mills, and Rosylea (Jerry) Hummer.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, November 15, 2013 at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., with Father Dave Newton presiding. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery in Montpelier.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Friday at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

CHARLES E. GILLAND

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Charles E. “Chuck” Gilland, 78, passed away Friday, November 1, 2013 in the V. A. Medical Center, Marion.

He was born July 14, 1935 in Hartford City to Lawrence and Fern (Sills) Gilland and graduated from Hartford City High School in 1954.

Chuck served in the Marines from 1956-1960. He worked at Crist, Inc., Hartford City.

He married Evelyn Arbuckle on August 28, 1960.

Chuck was a member of the American Legion Post 159 and the Amvets Post 23, both in Hartford City.

Survivors include: his wife, Evelyn; one daughter, Kim (Geoff) Harlow, Hartford City; one brother, Jack (Janice) Gilland, Hartford City; one sister, Judie (Douglas) Bay, Fort Wayne; and two grandchildren, Kacey Harlow and Jeffrey Gilland.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Bret Gilland.

A memorial visitation for friends and family will be from 5 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Blackford County Community Foundation, P.O. Box 327, Hartford City, IN 47348.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

B. KAY TATMAN

Hartford City, Indiana

B. Kay Tatman, 64, passed away October 28, 2013 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

Kay was born to Hugh and Dorothy Ozell (Weaver) McAdams on August 4, 1949 in Lexington, Tennessee. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1967. On September 11, 1970 she married Bill Tatman, Jr.

Kay was a homemaker and had worked for 8 years at Val’s Department Store and for 5 years at RCA in Marion. She loved going to rummage sales, painting, crafting, collecting Raggedy Anns and spoiling her grandbabies.

Those missing her dearly are: two daughters, Wendy Stiles and Stephanie (Rob) Hess, all of Hartford City; three grandchildren, Savannah and Tyler Stiles and Brady Hess; one brother, Larry McAdams, Hartford City; one sister, Linda (Wayne) Smith, Florida; and several nieces and nephews..

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 1 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Steve DeLisle officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home from noon – 2:00 p.m. Friday.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

NANCY L. GOULD

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Nancy L. Gould, 81, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2013, in IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.

She was born November 13, 1931 in Hartford City, the daughter of Martin (Mike) and Marguerite (Bostine) Carell. A life resident of Hartford City, she graduated from Hartford City High School in 1950. Nancy was first married to Harold Gilland. She later married Bruce Gould on August 7, 1965. His death occurred on February 28, 2004.

Nancy worked at Blackford County Hospital as a nursing assistant, retiring January 15, 1996.

She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

Survivors include her son, Michael (Janet) Gilland, Hartford City; two grandchildren,  Jason (Erika) Short and Stacey (Steve) Lambert; six great-grandchildren, Griffin Short, Olivia Short, Jessica (Jaycee) Heeter, Grant Lambert, Molly Lambert and Isabella Short; and a niece, Barbara Houseman.

She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, two brothers, Frank and Larry Carell, and four sisters, Ermine Wilkins, Francine Bates, Elsie Shultz, and Thelma Carell.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 18 in Gardens of Memory with Father Dave Newton officiating.

There will be no calling hours.

Memorials may be made in the form of masses or to the donor’s favorite charity.

Arrangements are being handled by Waters Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com 

 

CONNIE G. STUMP

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Connie G. Stump, 66, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2013 in Miller’s Merry Manor.

She was born June 2, 1947 in Hartford City to Wayne W. and Betty (Denton) Sills. She graduated from Fort Wayne North Side High School in 1965 and later from International Business College, Fort Wayne.

On October 19, 1969 Connie married Michael Stump in Fort Wayne. She worked as secretary at Naperville High School, Naperville, Illinois for several years. They moved back to Hartford City in 2005.

She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, the church choir, Blackford Community Choir, Women of Worth, Delta Theta Tau Sorority and had been a Girl Scout leader.

Survivors include her husband, Michael; her mother, Betty Sills, Hartford City; three sons, James (Monica) Stump, Marysville, OH, Scott (Kelly) Stump, Oak Park, IL, and Matthew Stump, Monticello, IL; one daughter, Michelle Stump, Indianapolis; two grandchildren, Jason Stump and Kyrie Stump.

She was preceded in death by her father.

The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 19, in Grace United Methodist Church, 312 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Rev. Dr. Gary Hall and her son, Rev. Matthew Stump officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, from 3:00-5:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, October 18 and one hour prior to the service Saturday at the church.

The family requests memorials to Grace United Methodist Church Building Fund or Cancer Support of Blackford County.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

DR. SEVERINO T. SULIT

HARTFORD CITY

Dr. Severino T. “Benny” Sulit, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2013 in IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.

He was born April 8, 1928 in Manila, Philippines, the son of Daniel and Maria (Torres) Sulit. He graduated high school in 1946 in Cabanatuan, Neuva Ecita, Philippines, received his Doctor of Medicine in 1954 from University of St. Tomas, Manila, and practiced for the next three years in the Philippines.

In 1957 Dr. Sulit came to the United States and served an internship at Leonard Hospital, Troy, New York. From July 1958 to June 1960, he served his residency at Fairview Park Hospital, Cleveland, Ohio. He served a two year surgical residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital, Miami, Florida from 1960-1962, then he spent one year as House Physician at Deaconess Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio. His third and fourth year surgical residency was at Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati and the following year he was House Physician at Deaconess Hospital, Cincinnati.

On June 25, 1960, Benny married Karen K. Schmidt in Fairview Park, Ohio. They moved to Hartford City in 1966 and continued his medical practice until his retirement in 2000.

He was a member of AMA, Indiana Medical Association, Blackford-Delaware Medical Association, Blackford County Hospital Medical Staff, Association of Abdominal Surgeons, and was honored by the Indiana State Medical Association for his over 50 years of medical practice. He also was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Emil Schweier Council 1632, the Bishop Arnold Assembly Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree, Hartford City Rotary Club and the International Fellowship of Flying Rotarians. Benny served on the Blackford County Board of Health and the board of Hearts with Integrity.

Later in his life, Benny focused his passion for helping others by leading 13 medical missions to help the people of Haiti. Benny also loved gardening, especially his roses, oil painting, stained glass and singing at nursing homes and community choir.

Surviving are: his wife, Karen; three daughters, Debra (David) Reinicke, Arvada, CO, Cheryl (Jeff) Liechty, Berne, IN, and Carole (Warren) Bennett, Lakewood, CO; two sons, Daniel (May) Sulit, Chatham, NJ and Michael (Tami) Sulit, Indianapolis; a brother, Benjamin Sulit; a sister, Corazon Belisario; and 14 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Sergio and Daniel, and two sisters, Marieta Toledo and Marcia Policino.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Keith Hosey at 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 14 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory, Muncie.

Visitation will be Sunday, October 13 from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City.

The Christian Wake Service will be Sunday at 1:00 p.m.

Memorials may be made to St. John’s Church, Blackford County Community Foundation, P.O. Box 327, Hartford City, IN 47348, John XXIII Center, 407  W. McDonald St., Hartford City or in the form of masses.

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

 

 

 

ALETHA A. WELSH

HARTFORD CITY

Aletha A. Welsh, 100, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2013 in Miller’s Merry Manor.

Aletha was born January 30, 1913 in Geneva, Indiana, the daughter of William and Goldie Long. She grew up in Geneva and graduated from Hartford City High School. She married Walter Welsh and he preceded her in death on March 18, 1963.

She was a former member of the Hartford City Lady Elks and the Women of the Moose.

Survivors include a son, Walter “Pat” (Sheri) Welsh, Hartford City, a daughter, Sue Garrison, Hartford City, five grandchildren, Jeff (Rachel) Garrison, Jay (Joanna) Garrison, Julie (Dennis) DuBois, Michael Welsh and Robin Welsh, and ten great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one son, Robert Welsh, a brother, Bill Long and a sister, Virginia Winder.

The Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 11 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Pastor Henry Favorite officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

TERRY HARFORD

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Terry Harford, 84, passed away Friday, September 6, 2013 at her residence.

She was born March 8, 1929 in Washington County, Tennessee to Arie D. and Betty Mae (Morefield) Lockhart. Terry married Roger Harford on April 2, 1960 in Allentown, Michigan. She had resided many years in New Mexico.

Terry was employed as a bookkeeper with Marriott Hotels, New Mexico.

Terry was a member of American Clan Lockhart Society, St. Andrew Scottish Society, NM, Entertainers Vaudeville, Belen, NM, Legion 49 Auxiliary, Albuquerque, NM, past member of Tierra del Sol Country Club and the Firehouse Players.

She is survived by: two sons, S. Scott (Ginger) Harford, Hartford City, and Richard C. (Karen) Harford, Jemez Springs, NM; one sister, Alma Cagle, Ashville, NC; ten grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at the First Assembly of God Church, 1206 St. Monroe St., Hartford City with Pastor Chuck Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

ANTHONY WESOLOWSKI, JR.

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Anthony “Tony” Wesolowski, Jr., 81, passed away September 4, 2013 in Rawlins House, Pendleton.

He was born April 22, 1932 in La Porte to Anthony and Rose (Tanski) Wesolowski, Sr. Tony graduated from Mill Creek High School in 1950, attended Wabash College, and received his bachelors and masters degrees from Ball State University. On October 29, 1955, he married Genevieve Piotrowicz in Fish Lake, Indiana. They have resided in the Eaton-Hartford City area since 1977.

Tony served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. He taught at several northwestern Indiana high schools and later served as the Director of Vocational Education in Delaware, Jay, Blackford and Randolph Counties at the Muncie Area Career Center, retiring in 1994.

Surviving are: his wife, Genevieve (Genny); his children, Rose Marie (Anthony) Slack, Woodward, Iowa, Teresa (Kent) Hoover, Anderson, Doug (Barbara) Wesolowski, Springport, Karen (Jeff) Gill, Fountaintown, Patricia (Rick) Elwell, Bluffton; daughter-in-law, Barbara Wesolowski, Columbus; brother, Robert (Carol) Wesolowski, Florida; several grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Richard and Bert Wesolowski, three sisters, Dorothy Wood, Frances Zilski, and Josephine Wesolowski; also a son, Joseph, and granddaughter, Michelle Wesolowski on August 11, 2013.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Dave Newton at 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 9 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with military graveside rites.

Visitation will be from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Sunday, September 8 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City and Monday from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.

A Christian Wake Service will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday.

Memorials may be made in the form of masses.

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

 

PEGGY J. MECKSTROTH

HARTFORD CITY, IN

Peggy J. Wickersham Meckstroth, 76, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2013 at her residence.

She was born in Hartford City on October 23, 1936, the daughter of Richard Wickersham and Julia (Beneditto) Wickersham-Cox.

Peggy had worked at Jay Garment as a steam press operator. Before moving to Hartford City ten years ago, she had lived in Portland for thirty years moving there from Dunkirk.

Peggy enjoyed gardening and flowers.

Survivors include her children, Marlene Ward, Debra Logan, James Cordell, of  Portland, Jeffrey Cordell (Torie), David Cordell, and Samantha Bruggeman (Timothy), fifteen grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Sharon Evans.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, September 7 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St. with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating.
Visitation for the family and friends will be from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Blackford County Cancer Support Group.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

JOSEPH J. DORNBERGER, JR.

Hartford City

Joseph J. Dornberger, Jr., 84, passed away Saturday, August 24 in Sarasota, Florida. He was born in Washington, Pennsylvania to Joseph J. and Clara (Doty) Dornberger. The family moved to Indiana and he graduated from Dunkirk High School.

Joe served in the U. S. Navy for 27 years retiring as Senior Chief Petty Officer and was a veteran of both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. After retirement he worked for both the Sarasota Sheriff Department and Venice Police Department.

He was a member of the Church of the Incarnation in Sarasota for 39 years where he ministered as an altar server, particularly at funerals. He was a member of the Men’s Club at the church and Knights of Columbus Council 15332. Joe was also a lifetime member of the Fleet Reserve Association, Fraternal Order of Police, and American Legion Post 320.

Surviving are: a daughter, Roberta (Gary) Wasmer, Newport News, Va., a granddaughter, Amanda Wasmer, Richmond, VA, a brother-in-law, Thurman Ray, Venice, FL, sister-in-law, Felicia Dornberger, Dunkirk and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Joanne (O’Connell) Dornberger, his parents, a brother, Leonard Dornberger, a sister, Ellen Turney.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Dave Newton at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 31, 2013 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with military rites conducted by Delaware County Veterans Organization.

Friends may call at the church from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Saturday.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

Tucker John Farmer

MARION, IN

Tucker John “T.J.” Farmer, age 2, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2013 in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

T.J. was born on February 18, 2011 in Marion, the son of John D. Farmer and Ashley N. (Lewis) Sickler and was “Tucky Toes” to his brothers, Carter Sickler, Allen Farmer and Dallas Farmer.

Mom and Dad couldn’t get T.J. to watch much television, as he loved anything to do with being outdoors – boating, swimming, running, fishing and especially walking.

T.J. attended Eastview Wesleyan Church, Gas City and loved to sing and dance.

In addition to his parents and brothers, he leaves behind grandparents: Tim Cook, Marion, Tina (“Grammy” to T.J.) Myers (Bil), Huntington, and Dave & Sue Farmer, Gas  City; great-grandparents, Peggy J. (“Grandma” to T.J.) Cook, Marion, Rosalie Maddox, Marion, Marjie and Flay Lhamon, Gas City and Jaybo (“Pape” to T.J.) & Sandy (“GG” to T.J.) Lewis, Marion; aunt, Carie (Bryan) Levensky, Gas City; uncles, Jerry Lewis, Florida and James Allen Lewis, Bloomington, IN, as well as many great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 15, 2013 in Eastview Wesleyan Church, 414 North 10^th Street, Gas City with Pastor Mark Atkinson presiding. Burial will follow in Estates of Serenity Cemetery, Marion.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Thursday at the church.

Memorials may be sent to: Charles Street Community Federal Credit Union, 508 E. Charles St., Marion, IN 46952 or to Mutual Bank, 1010 E. Main St., Gas City, IN 46933 to assist T.J.’s family with medical and burial expenses.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com

Mary “Maxine” Elliott

 

May 7, 1919 -   August 4, 2013

Mary “Maxine” Elliott, 94, former local resident, passed away on August 4, 2013 at her residence in Lemont, Illinois.

The daughter of the late William and Kathryn McCaffrey, Maxine was born on May 7, 1919 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  She was raised in Hartford City and after graduating from Hartford City High School in 1937 began working in the Insurance Industry. 

She married Wallace “Raymond” Elliott on June 28, 1943 in Indianapolis at Fort Benjamin Harris Army Chapel. Married for 62 years, Maxine and Ray raised their three children, Michael, Stephen and Mary Kay together with an Army life which took them many places throughout the country, including a three year assignment in Orléans, France.  Colonel Elliott’s death occurred on April 4, 2005.

A member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and the Altar-Rosary Society she was a devout Catholic whose moral goodness and kindness was a testimony of her Catholic Faith. She was a member of the Blackford County Hospital Auxiliary, Co-founder of New-To-You Thrift Shop and an Honorary member of Psi Iota Xi Sorority which was founded by women joining together to make a difference in the lives of individuals one community at a time.

Nurturing Mother of three children, Michael Elliott, Burr Ridge, IL, Stephen Elliott, Oak Lawn, IL and Mary Kay Elliott, Darien, IL. Proud Grandmother of Michelle (Elliott) Thierry and Danielle (Elliott) Peterson both of Marquette, MI, and Nicole and Chad Elliott of Frankfort, IL. Delighted Great-Grandmother of four. Devoted Sister to Patricia “Tish” A. Schantz and adoring Aunt to many special nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, Maxine is preceded in death by her brother William McCaffrey and two sisters, Rita Jean Westrick and Catherine Rosemond McCaffrey.

Throughout her life she endured life-threatening illnesses, but her will to live, unwavering faith in God and the prayers and love of her devoted husband, family and friends carried her through and beyond to many more wondrous years. 

Maxine’s virtuous gift of joy will never be forgotten. She was a loving, giving woman who always looked at the bright side of things and the goodness in all people.  She was a proud wife of an Army Colonel who walked through life with grace and dignity.

Our hearts are broken but we are forever grateful, honored and blessed to have been a part of your life and we will miss you with immeasurable sadness!

To all she loved, of course you know, she loved you ‘A Bushel and a Peck and a Hug around your Neck! You bet your Pretty Neck she did!

A Christian wake service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, August 8 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City. Friends may call from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

The Mass of Christian Burial and celebration of her life will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 9, 2013 at St. John Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring Street, Hartford City with Father Dave Newton presiding. Burial will follow at Hartford City Cemetery.

Memorials are requested to Blackford Community Foundation in lieu of flowers.

 Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

BETH SEELIG

HARTFORD CITY

Beth Seelig, 93, passed away Monday, August 5, 2013 at Westminster Village, Muncie.

She was born September 20, 1919 in Ohio City, Ohio, the daughter of Ada and Nellie (Rice) Prichard. She graduated from Ohio City High School and married Harold I. Seelig on August 5, 1940. Beth had resided in Hartford City from 1952 to 1987, moving to Florida and later to Muncie.

A former member of Trinity United Methodist Church, she had belonged to several bridge and euchre clubs and was an avid golfer. She also was a volunteer for RSVP for the underpriveledged.

Surviving are: one son, Steven (Diana) Seelig, Hartford  City,  one grandson, Brian Seelig, two brothers, Doyt (Jeanette) Prichard, Spencerville, Ohio and Robert Roehn, Delphos, Ohio, one sister, Phyllis (Fred) Ainsworth, Ohio City, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Harold, and three brothers, Paul, Neil and William Prichard.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 8, 2013 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St. with Rev. Lloyd Hall officiating. Private burial will follow.

Friends may call from 10 – 11 a.m. Thursday.

Memorials may be made to American Heart Association with envelopes available at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

RICHARD M. “DICK” LECHIEN

HARTFORD CITY

Richard M. “Dick” Lechien, 78, lifelong resident of Blackford County, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2013.

He was born in Blackford County to Arthur and Doris (Lucas) Lechien on November 4, 1934. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Carol Lechien Irwin Helvie, and a daughter-in-law, Valerie (Cross) Lechien.

Dick was a devoted and caring husband to his wife, Sue (Hoggatt) Lechien (from Upland), whom he married April 28, 1956 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Hartford City. He was a graduate of Hartford City High School in 1952 and worked at 3M Company as a shift supervisor for 34 years, retiring in 1991.

He was very active in community service organizations that his children were involved with. He coached Pee Wee Football and Little League Baseball, was on many 4-H committees, member and past president of Blackford County Fair Board, and superintendent of the sheep department at the fair for over 30 years. Dick and Sue enjoyed playing bingo at the Montpelier Lions Club where they have been members for 10 years. He also played some golf and worked at wood carving.

In his retirement years, he and Sue enjoyed wintering at North Fort Myers, Florida. He was very active on many park committees while there.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Sue; sons, Mark (Angela), Eaton, Marty (Elaine), Hartford City, Monty (Kris), Albany; daughter, Marcy (Matt) McCormack, Bridgeville, PA., and 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 7 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.

Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 6 and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to Blackford County 4-H.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HARTFORD CITY

Richard M. “Dick” Lechien, 78, lifelong resident of Blackford County, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2013.

He was born in Blackford County to Arthur and Doris (Lucas) Lechien on November 4, 1934. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Carol Lechien Irwin Helvie, and a daughter-in-law, Valerie (Cross) Lechien.

Dick was a devoted and caring husband to his wife, Sue (Hoggatt) Lechien (from Upland), whom he married April 28, 1956 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Hartford City. He was a graduate of Hartford City High School in 1952 and worked at 3M Company as a shift supervisor for 34 years, retiring in 1991.

He was very active in community service organizations that his children were involved with. He coached Pee Wee Football and Little League Baseball, was on many 4-H committees, member and past president of Blackford County Fair Board, and superintendent of the sheep department at the fair for over 30 years. Dick and Sue enjoyed playing bingo at the Montpelier Lions Club where they have been members for 10 years. He also played some golf and worked at wood carving.

In his retirement years, he and Sue enjoyed wintering at North Fort Myers, Florida. He was very active on many park committees while there.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Sue; sons, Mark (Angela), Eaton, Marty (Elaine), Hartford City, Monty (Kris), Albany; daughter, Marcy (Matt) McCormack, Bridgeville, PA., and 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 7 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.

Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 6 and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to Blackford County 4-H.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HARTFORD CITY

Richard M. “Dick” Lechien, 78, lifelong resident of Blackford County, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2013.

He was born in Blackford County to Arthur and Doris (Lucas) Lechien on November 4, 1934. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Carol Lechien Irwin Helvie, and a daughter-in-law, Valerie (Cross) Lechien.

Dick was a devoted and caring husband to his wife, Sue (Hoggatt) Lechien (from Upland), whom he married April 28, 1956 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Hartford City. He was a graduate of Hartford City High School in 1952 and worked at 3M Company as a shift supervisor for 34 years, retiring in 1991.

He was very active in community service organizations that his children were involved with. He coached Pee Wee Football and Little League Baseball, was on many 4-H committees, member and past president of Blackford County Fair Board, and superintendent of the sheep department at the fair for over 30 years. Dick and Sue enjoyed playing bingo at the Montpelier Lions Club where they have been members for 10 years. He also played some golf and worked at wood carving.

In his retirement years, he and Sue enjoyed wintering at North Fort Myers, Florida. He was very active on many park committees while there.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Sue; sons, Mark (Angela), Eaton, Marty (Elaine), Hartford City, Monty (Kris), Albany; daughter, Marcy (Matt) McCormack, Bridgeville, PA., and 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 7 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Father Dave Newton officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery.

Friends may call at Waters Funeral Home from2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 6 and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to Blackford County 4-H.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HARRIETT J. LAPHAM

Hartford City, IN

Harriett J. Lapham, 64, has joined her parents, Kenneth and Mary Hoffman, sisters Patricia L. Hoffman, Jane Ann Hoffman, Ada Hoffman, Mary Jean Mathews, Carol Sue Smith, and husband Dr. Robert Lapham in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Harriett was born June 18, 1949 and passed away in the comfort of her own home on July 1, 2013. She was cared for by Family Life Care Hospice and her loving sisters, Bonetha Haney , Debra E. Townsend, Emmajo Gray, brothers Thomas R. Hoffman (Pat), Kenneth R. Hoffman (Brenda), and nieces, Janie Velasquez (Bob) and Regina Arnold (Doug) in her final days.

Other surviving family members include nieces, Sara Haney, Melissa James (Keith), Cristy Matthews (Kenny), Angela Pulley, Mary Getty and Rosealee Hoffman. Niece Nancy Hutson preceded Harriett in death.

Surviving nephews are Robert Smith (Susie), Jay Hoffman (Kathy), Todd Hoffman (Teri), Jim Lloyd (Vivian), and David Pulley. Several great nieces and nephews also survive Harriett.

Harriett was preceded in death by brothers -in-law Robert Smith, Daniel Haney, and Tom Gray and a sister-in-law, Glenda K. Hoffman.

There will be only a private family viewing at Waters Funeral Home in Hartford City.

A Mass of Christian Burial for the public will be celebrated by Father Dave Newton at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 6 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 209 S. Spring St., Hartford City. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Eaton.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations may be made to Lifestream Services, 1923 W. Fourth St., Marion, IN 46952, or to the Blackford County Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 70, Hartford City, IN 47348.

We put our faith in Jesus, and we thank all who knew and loved Harriett.

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

 

Kimberly Hornbaker

HARTFORD CITY, IN

            Kimberly L. Hornbaker, 58, passed away Sunday, June 30, 2013, at her home, following a short, but courageous battle with cancer.

            Kim was born in Hartford City, January 8, 1955 and was a 1973 graduate of Muncie South High School.  She married Gail N. Hornbaker on April 24, 1987 in Miami, Florida.  He preceded her in death on November 30, 1993.

            She was a member of the Hartford City American Legion auxiliary and the Hartford City Amvets auxiliary and was well known throughout the community in her occupation as a bartender.  Kim was an avid I.U. fan.

            Surviving family include her daughter, Courtney, her parents, Bill and Mary Michael of Muncie, two step-brothers; Robert W. Michael (Debbie) of Huber Heights, Ohio and Jerry L. Michael of Troy, Ohio.

            In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by a son Croix Nicholas Hornbaker and a step-brother, William D. Michael.

            Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City, with Rev. Nancy Middaugh presiding.  Burial will follow the services in Hartford City Cemetery.

            Visitation will be Tuesday, July 2^nd, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm and one hour prior to services on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

           Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.watersfuneralhomes.com.

Richard Allen Robbins

RICHARD ALLEN ROBBINS

Eaton, Indiana

Richard Allen Robbins, 72, passed away Friday evening, June 28, 2013.

He was born on August 4, 1940, the son of Dewey V. Robbins and Esther M. (Willmann) Robbins and resided in Blackford County his entire life. He graduated in 1958 from Eaton High School.

He was a former factory worker and farmer before being disabled with vision and heart problems.

Richard is survived by one sister, Gloria A. Woolard, Eaton, one niece, Melissa A. Wilkey, Eaton, one great-niece, Malea A. Curtis (friend, Andrew Miller), Crown Point, Indiana, one great-nephew, Marc A. Wilkey, Eaton and several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, infant sister, Twila, brother-in-law, James R. Woolard, and nephew, John D. Woolard.

He will be buried next to his parents in Greenlawn Cemetery, Hartford City.

Friends and family may gather at the cemetery for graveside services on Monday, July 1, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Penny Brown will officiate.

Waters Funeral Home, Hartford City, is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.watersfuneralhomes.com.