Bensing Webster, 87, Huntington, IN, died on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 at 3:18 AM at Heritage of Huntington, Huntington, IN.
Mr. Webster was born May 15, 1918 in Huntington, IN to Homer and Lucille Bensing Webster. His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Webster was married to Adeline Ufheil on February 24, 1944. in SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Huntington, IN. She survives and resides in Huntington, IN.
Mr. Webster was manager of the The Why Store in Huntington and for 24 years served as Director of Personnel and Labor Relations at Our Sunday Visitor. He served as City Councilman in the 60s. He was a member of SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Huntington, IN. and also a member of the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Webster served in the 307th Bombers Group during World War II.
Survivors include: Mrs. Robert (Mary Lynn) Meyer, Huntington, IN and Mrs. Michael (Nancy) Briggs, Huntington, IN. 6 Grandchildren and 8 Great-grandchildren..
Preceded in death by: 1 Daughter, Patricia Ann Webster and 1 Brother: Robert Webster and 1 Sister, Elizabeth Brown
Calling hours will be on Thursday, February 9, 2006 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. Recitation of the rosary will be at 6:00 PM.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, February 10, 2006 at 10:00 AM at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church , 860 Cherry Street, Huntington, IN. with Fr. Ron Rieder officiating.
Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials for masses at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church.
Lucille Leist
Lucille M. Leist, 86, Huntington, IN, died on Saturday, February 4, 2006 at 10:10 PM at Norwood Nursing Center, Huntington, IN.
Mrs. Leist was born March 1, 1919 in Huntington, IN to George and Edith Scher Karst. Her parents preceded her death.
Mrs. Leist was married to Herman J. Leist on May 16, 1942. in SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Huntington, IN. He preceded her in death May 14, 1990. Mrs. Leist was a former employee in the envelope department of Our Sunday Visitor.
Survivors include: 3 Sons: Ronald E. Leist, Huntington, IN; Dennis J. Leist, Huntington, IN and Gerald M. Leist, Huntington, IN and 1 Daughter: Mrs. Brian (Elaine M.) Thena, Easley, South Carolina. 1 Brother: Delbert Karst, No. Fort Meyers, FL and 1 Sister: Rosalia Dluzak, Wabash, IN. and 6 Grandchildren and 1 Great-grandchild.
Preceded in death by: 3 Brothers: Fred Karst, Richard Karst and George Karst. Two sisters: Marjorie Herrberg and Kathlyn Karst.
Calling hours will be on Monday, February 6, 2006 from 5 to 8 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. Recitation of the rosary will be at 7:00 PM.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, February 7, 2006 at 10:00 AM at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church , 860 Cherry Street, Huntington, IN. with Fr. Ron Rieder officiating.
Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
Memorial to: Huntington Catholic School or masses at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in care of McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.
Damon D. Gravley
Damon Draper Gravley, 50, Huntington, IN. died on Saturday, February 4, 2006 at 10:30 PM at his residence.
Mr. Gravley was born on November 1, 1955 in Radford, VA to Coagle and Mary Hanks Gravley. His mother , Mary Hanks, survives in Mt. Airy, North Carolina.
Mr.Gravley married Joyce Ackerman Wohlford on July 31, 1991. She survives and lives in Huntington.
Mr. Gravley was a Journeyman Electrician, I.B.E.W. Local 342, Winston, Salem, North Carolina for 20 years prior to his retirement on October 23, 2003.
Survivors: 1 Son: Michael D. Gravley, Huntington, Indiana and 1 Daughter, Amanda A. McClurg, Huntington, IN. 2 Step-sons: Andrew Wohlford, Osceola, IN and Martin Wohlford, Ft. Hood, TX. And 1 Step-daughter: Christina Enger, Knox, IN. 4 Brothers: C. Van Gravley, Pulaski, VA; Alden D. Gravley, Elkin, NC.; Vincent M. Gravley, Dublin, VA. and Jarvis J. Gravley, Pulaski, VA. 4 Sisters: Mrs Tom (Jane) Hawks, Mt. Airy, NC.; Iva Croats, Mt. Airy, NC.; Mrs Terry (Sheila) Eversole, Pulaski, VA and Gracie Gravley, Mt. Airy, NC. 1 Grandchild and 9 step-grandchildren.
Calling will be on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 from 3 P.M. to 5 P.M. with services at 5:00 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home 715 N Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. with Dr. Richard Lofgren, presiding.
Additional calling at the Stevens Funeral Chapel in Pulaski, VA on Friday, February 10, 2006 from 5 - 8 PM.
Funeral Service will be on Saturday, February 11, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Stevens Funeral Chapel burial will be in Thornspring Cemetery, Pulaski County, VA.
Memorials to:Feed the Poor in care of St Peter Lutheran Church, 605 Polk Street, Huntington, IN.
McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge
of arrangements.
Robert Borton
Robert E. Borton, 76, Huntington, IN. died on Sunday, January 8, 2006 at 3:37 AM at Parkview Huntington Hospital.
Mr. Borton was born on January 18,1929 in Zanesville, Indiana to Sidney and Elizabeth Walker Borton. His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Borton married Rita Rice on November 12,1950. She survives and lives in Huntington.
Mr. Borton attended Union High School. He was a United States Army veteran serving in the Korean conflict. Mr. Borton worked for Fulton Dairy.
Survivors: His wife of 55 years: Rita Borton. 1 son: Todd Borton, Huntington. 2 daughters: Cynthia Albertson, Hamilton, IN. and Eileen Farrell, Ft Wayne. 1 sister: Isabelle Warfel, Hamilton, IN. 5 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Preceded in death: 1 son: Neil Borton. 1 daughter: Pamela Borton. 3 brothers: Fred Borton, Sidney Borton and Frank Borton.
Calling will be on Tuesday, January 10, 2006 from 1 PM to 2 PM with services at 2:00 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home 715 N Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. with Ft. John Gumiond presiding.
Memorial to: St Peter and Paul Catholic Church, in care of the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home.
McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.
Thelma Louise Blair
Thelma Blair, 82, Huntington, IN, died on January 6, 2006 at 5:45 PM at Norwood Nursing Home, Huntington, IN.
Mrs. Blair was born April 26, 1923 in Grant Co. IN to Alva and Marie Mitchel Waggoner. Her parents preceded her death.
Mrs. Blair's first marriage was to Robert Reust. He died in 1977. Her second marriage was to George Blair, he died in 1998. She was a homemaker.
Survivors include: 3 Sons: John A. Reust, Huntington, IN; Steve W. Reust, Huntington, IN; Larry E. Reust, Toronto, OH. 2 Daughters: Mrs. Dean (Carol) Abbott, North Manchester, IN; Mrs. Terry (Marie) Harrell, Huntington, IN. 24 Grandchildren, and 25 Great-Grandchildren. 1 Brother: Alfred Waggoner, Wabash, IN. 1 Sister: Mrs. William (Norma) Kahn, Roanoke, IN.
Preceded in death by: 2 sisters: Mary Morris and Betty Boyer.
Calling hours will be on Monday, January 9, 2006 from 2 to 8 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN.
Funeral service will be Tuesday, January 10, 2006 at 10:00 AM with one hour calling prior at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN with Dr. Howard Cherry officiating.
Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
Memorial to: Open Door, Huntington, Love INC, Huntington, or Historic Fork of the Wabash, Huntington care of the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home, 715 N Jefferson St, Huntington, IN. 46750
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.
Paul Godfroy
Paul R. Godfroy, 76, Huntington, IN, died at 12:30 A.M. on December 25, 2005 at Miller Merry Manor, Huntington, IN.
Mr. Godfroy was born January 10, 1927 in Huntington, IN to James M. and Esther A. Weber Godfroy. His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Godfroy graduated from Huntington Catholic High School in 1947. He married Evelyn Glick on May 29, 1954 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntington. Mr. Godfroy was a former employee of Model Cleaners for 26 years. He also was employed at Huntington County Farm Bureau and Huser-Paul in Ft. Wayne, IN. Mr. Godfroy served in the Army during the Korean War.
Mr. Godfroy was a member of St Mary Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, American Legion Post #7, Life member of VFW Post #2689 and Huntington Loyal Order of Moose #837.
Mr. Godfroy was a member and past vice chief and counsel of Indiana Miami Indians for 49 years. He was an original signer of Gemmer Field, which he served as umpire in chief and league president. He was a retired referee for high school basketball and baseball and for college women basketball. He was a former member of Mihsihkiaahkwa Pow-Wow. Mr. Godfroy received the Heart of Gold Award from Whitley County Foundation.
Survivors include: 1 Son: Steven Godfroy, Huntington, IN and 1 Daughter: Mrs. Joe (Jane) Burkhart, Huntington, IN. 7 Grandchildren: Jenifer Burkhart, Jarod Burkhart,Jessica Burkhart, Kevin Godfroy,Kayla Godfroy,Kyle Godfroy and Kelsey Godfroy. and 4 Great-grandchildren: Maytelin Miller, Elloitt Miller, Morgan Burkhart and Wesley Burkhart.
Preceded in death by 3 sisters: Doris Myers, Eloise Simrak, and Rosella Swaidner.
4 brothers: Ralph (Bud) Godfroy, Glenn Godfroy, Larry Godfroy and Richard Godfroy.
Calling hours will be on Tuesday, December 27, 2005 from, 6 to 8 P.M. and Wednesday, December 28, 2005, from 2 to 8 P.M., with rosary at 6 P.M. at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN.
Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, December 29, 2005 at 10 A. M. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 903 N. Jefferson Street, Huntington, IN.
Preferred Memorial to Huntington County Baseball and Huntington Catholic Tuition Assistance Program in care of McElhaney - Hart Funeral, 715 N Jefferson St. Huntington, IN.
Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.
Rachel M. Callahan
Rachel M. Callahan, 84,Huntington, IN., died at 6:55 A. M. on Sunday, December 25, 2005, at Millers Merry Manor, Huntington, IN.
Mrs. Callahan was born August 10, 1921 in Huntington, IN. to Dale and Francis Burrel Mickley. Her parents preceded her in death.
Mrs. Callahan was a 1939 graduate of Huntington High School.Mrs. Callahan was an executive secretary at Wabash Magnetic in both Huntington and Wabash, IN. She also worked for First Interstate Bank in Las Vegas, NV.
Survivors include: 1 son: Patrick Callahan, Ft. Wayne.
Preceded in death by 1 brother: Gerald Mickley.
A memorial service will be on Thursday, December 29, 2005 at 3 P.M. at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home 715 N. Jefferson St. Huntington, IN.
Burial will be at the Mt Hope Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
Preferred memorials to the Huntington City Library Adult Literacy Program in care of the McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St. Huntington, IN.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. is in charge of arrangements.
Eileen Foster
Eileen T. Foster , 84, Huntington, IN, formally of Poplar St., died on December 16, 2005, at 10:15 A.M. at Miller’s Merry Manor, where she was a resident.
Mrs. Foster was born January 5, 1921, in Huntington, IN., to Peter T. and Teresa Ufheil.Her parents preceded her in death.
Mrs. Foster married Charles H. Foster on September 16, 1950, in Huntington, IN. He survives and lives in Huntington.
Mrs. Foster graduated in 1939 from Huntington High School. She worked as a tester for General Electric in Ft. Wayne during WW II. Mrs. Foster worked as a telephone
operator for Bell Telephone Company and was a nurse’s aid at Victory Noll, Huntington. She was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and a member of St. Felix Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order.
Survivors include: 1 son: George Foster , Huntington, IN. 1 Daughter: Cheryl Foster ,Huntington, IN. 1 Brother: Elmo Ufheil, Huntington, IN.; 1 Sister, Mrs.Bensing (Adeline) Webster; 2 Grandchildren: Eric Foster and Courtney (Foster ) Wiegmann and 1 Great grand daughter: Ana Wiegmann.
Calling hours will be Sunday, December 18, 2005 from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM.with rosary at 6 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St.
Huntington, IN. Funeral mass will be on Monday, December 19,2005 at 10:00 am at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 840 Cherry St., Huntington, IN with Father John
Guimond, O.F.M.Cap.presiding.
Memorial to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in care of theMcElhaney - Hart Funeral Home, 715 N Jefferson St. Huntington, IN.
Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.
Peggy Sue (Corkhill) Bowers
Peggy Sue Bowers, 58,Huntington, IN., died at 6:30 PM on Friday, December 16, 2005, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, IN.
Mrs. Bowers was born April 14, 1947 in Huntington, IN. to Quentin and Flossie Wicker Corkhill. Her parents preceded her in death.
Mrs. Bowers was a 1965 graduate of Huntington High School. She married Michael Bowers on October 6, 1978. Mr. Bowers survives and lives in Huntington, IN. Mrs. Bowers worked in the Layaway Department at Kmart in Huntington.
Additional survivors include: 1 daughter: Mrs. Dan (Melanie) Dahms, Topeka, IN. and 1 Stepdaughter: Mrs. Chris (Amie) LaRue, Columbia City, IN. 1 Brother: Robert (Bobby) Corkhill, Huntington and 1 sister: Mrs. Tom (Linda) Corkhill Cartwright, Ft. Wayne. 6 Grandchildren:Steven Dahms,Scott Strater Jr.,Nicole Anderson,Nakesha LaRue,Latiesha LaRue and Tawsha LaRue. and 1 Great-grandson: Quamarey LaRue.
Calling will be on Tuesday, December 20, 2005 from 2 to 4 P.M. and 6 to 8 P.M. at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home 715 N. Jefferson St. Huntington, IN.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 21, 2005 at 10:00 AM at, the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home Funeral Home with Rev. Russell Birdsall officiating.
Burial will be at the Union Cemetery, Huntington, IN. with Rev. John Summers officiating.
Preferred memorials to donate choice in care of the McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St. Huntington, IN.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. is in charge of arrangements.
Willis Winkler
Willis Winkle, 79, Huntington, IN, died at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, November 30,2005 at his residence.
Mr. Winkler was born on July 20, 1926 in Huntington, IN to Horace and Sarah Shultz Winkler. His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Winkler married Phyllis Stoltz. She preceded him in death on August 31, 1994.
Mr. Winkler retired in 1991 after 28 years from the maintenance department at Victory Noll in Huntington. He worked for the Huntington City Park Department
as a superintendent, and the Waterworks Plant. He was a member of St Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Mr. Winkler was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 2689 in Huntington. He served in the Army 274th armored field artillery Battalion during WW II in France and Germany from October 1944 to August 1946.
Survivors include: 4 Son: Bill Winkler, Huntington, John Winkler, Huntington, Don Winkler, Andrews and Michael Winkler, Huntington. 4 daughters: Mrs. George (Mary)
Meady. Malden, Massachusetts, Mrs. Allen (Sally)Snodgrass, Columbia City, Mrs. Mike (Cathy) Anderson, Peabody, Massachusetts, and Mrs. Mike (Linda) Benson, Markle. 1 brother: Clyde Winkler, Huntington. 1 stepbrother: Roy France, Key Largo, FL. 2 sisters: Ruby Hite, Columbia City and Letha Rhea, SeaTac, WA.
Grandchildren 22 and 15 great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: stepmother: Bernice Winkler and stepsister: Wanetta Kindler.
Calling will be on Sunday, December 4, 2005 from 4 PM to 8 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street, Huntington, IN.
Funeral masses on Monday December 5, 2005 at 10:30 AM at
Victory Noll Chapel in Huntingtonwith Fr.John Gimond presiding.
Burial will be Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington.
Memorials to the VFW Post # 2689 in Huntington.
McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.
Howard Robert Swearer
Howard Robert Swearer, 84, Roanoke, IN died at 2:00 AM on Monday, November 21, 2005 at his home.
Howard Swearer was born on December 24, 1919 to Abraham and Goldie Adams Swearer.His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Swearer was employed at J C Penny?s, Huntington. He worked for 35 years for Ft. Wayne Community School and Crestview Junior High in maintenance department. He was a veteran of WW II serving in both the Army and Navy.
Preceded in death by 1 Brother: Claude Swearer and twin infant sisters.
There will be no calling or services.
Burial will be Pilgrim Rest Cemetery,Huntington, IN.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N Jefferson St. Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.
