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
Saturday, November 27, 2010
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
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