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ROBERT WILIAM SCHEFFER
October 13, 2007

VISITATION: 4-6 PM EDT FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007

SERVICES: 6 PM EDT FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007

Robert William Scheffer, 57, of 505 South Franklin Street, Winamac, IN, passed away at 10:00 PM Saturday, October 13, 2007 at his residence.

He was born May 6, 1950, in Logansport, IN, to Albert "Dick" and Anna Jeanette Roth Scheffer.

Bob was a former resident of Key West, Florida. He worked as a maintenance foreman for the Key West Water Department. He served in the US Army during the Viet Nam War era. Bob enjoyed riding dirt bikes, four wheelers and wave runners. He enjoyed fishing in Florida. Bob enjoyed life.

Survivors include
Albert "Dick" Scheffer, Winamac, IN Father
Jessie (Wendy)Scheffer, Lehigh Acres, FL Son & daughter-in-law
Kassie Scheffer, Lehigh Acres, FL Grandaughter
Richard (Pamela)Scheffer, Largo, Fl Brother
John Joseph (Mary) Scheffer, Winamac, IN Brother
Jeffery (Margaret)Scheffer, Albuquerque, NM Brother
Fred (Karen)Scheffer, Winamac, IN Brother
Erlene Kniffin, Winamac, IN Fiancee

He was preceded in death by
Anna Jeanette Roth Scheffer Mother

Memorial services will be held at 6 PM EDT Friday, October 19, 2007, in Frain Mortuary, Winamac, IN.

Friends may call 4-6 PM EDT Friday, October 19, 2007 at Frain Mortuary.

Memorials may be given to the ALS Association.

DARL W. SUTTON
October 6, 2007

VISITATION: 4-8PM EDT TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007

SERVICES: 11AM EDT WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2007

Darl W. Sutton, 85, of 2614 S 465 E, Winamac, IN, passed away at 8:23 AM Saturday, October 6, 2007 at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac, IN.

He was born October 5, 1922, in Winamac, IN, to William Frank and Minnie Burgess Sutton. He married Beulah G. Enyeart on June 4, 1950, in Kewanna, IN. Beulah survives.

Darl was a lifelong resident of the Winamac area. He was a retired auto mechanic and had worked at Fritz Buick in Winamac for 12 years.

Survivors include Beulah G. Enyeart Sutton, Winamac, IN Wife
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by
William Frank Sutton Father
Minnie L. Burgess Sutton Mother
Earl Sutton Brother

Services will be held at 11AM EDT Wednesday, October 10, 2007, in Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Rev. Dan Burgess officiating.

Burial will take place in Citizens-IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna, IN.

Friends may call 4-8PM EDT Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at Frain Mortuary.

HELEN M. COOPER PODELL
October 5, 2007

VISITATION: 3-8 PM EDT (2-7 CDT)MONDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2007

SERVICES: 12 NOOD EDT (11 AM CDT) TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007

Helen M. Podell, 87, of 624 East 13th Street, Winamac, IN, passed away at 4:47 PM Friday, October 5, 2007 at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac, IN.

She was born April 14, 1920, in Winamac, IN, to Ray and Alma Harris Cooper. She married Clarence R. "Pete" Podell on September 16, 1939 in North Judson, IN. Pete died July 1, 1998.

Helen was a member of the St. Peter Lutheran Church in North Judson, IN. and the Ladies Aide at the Church. Helen assisted Pete on the farm for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her family.

Survivors include
Marla Vanek, North Judson, IN Daughter
Dorothy (Bill) Malchow, Star City, IN Daughter & son-in-law
Robert (Wendy) Malchow, Rochester, IN Grandson
Michael (Stephanie) Malchow, Rochester, IN Grandson
Douglas (Lisa) Malchow, Winamac, IN Grandson
Victoria Vanek, Indianapolis, IN Granddaughter
Abigail Malchow Great-grandchild
Rebecca Malchow Great-grandchild
Kaitlyn Malchow Great-grandchild
Lucas Malchow Great-grandchild
John Malchow Great-grandchild
William Malchow Great-grandchild

Preceded in death by
Ray Cooper Father
Alma Harris Cooper Mother
Clarence R. "Pete" Podell Husband
John Vanek Grandson
Louis Vanek Son-in-law

Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon EDT ( 11 AM CDT) Tuesday, October 9, 2007, in St. Peter Lutheran Church, North Judson, with Rev. Michael B. Boyd officiating.

Friends may call 3-8 PM EDT (2-7 PM CDT) at Frain Mortuary on Monday, October 8, 2007.
and one hour prior to services at the Church on Tuesday.

Memorials may be given to the St. Peter Lutheran Church in North Judson or to the charity of the donor's choice.

Burial will be in the Denham Cemetery, Denham, IN.

ETHMER A. (DUSTY) RHOADES
October 4, 2007

VISITATION: 3-7 PM EDT SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2007

SERVICES: 11 AM EDT MONDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2007

Ethmer A. “Dusty” Rhoades, 83, of 1222 West St Road 14, Winamac, IN, passed away at 9:55 AM Thursday, October 4, 2007 at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac, IN.

He was born September 12, 1924, in Hobart, IN, to Claude and Garnett Edwards Rhoades. He married Florence Marion Bristow in August of 1950 in Gary, IN. She died April 5, 1980.

Dusty was a member of the First Baptist Church in Winamac and the American Legion and VFW in Winamac. He served in the US Army during WWII. Dusty was a retired service technician for NIPSCO and had worked at the Dean Mitchell Generating Station in Gary, IN. He had worked as the handy man for the local group home. Dusty enjoyed carpentry, woodworking, repairing clocks and gardening. He enjoyed time spent at area restaurants with his friends.

Survivors include
Barbara Jean (Andrew) Farmer, Neosho, MO Daughter & son-in-law
Judith Kay (Steven)Bramlage, Buffalo, IN Daughter & son-in-law
Darlene Elizabeth (Daniel)Sheperd, Bryan, OH Daughter & son-in-law
Dale A.(Janet) Rhoades, Winamac, IN Son & daughter-in-law
10 Grandchildren
8 Great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by
Claude Clifford Rhoades Father
Garnett Ruth Edwards Rhoades Mother
Florence Marion Bristow Rhoades Wife
2 Brothers & 1 Sister

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM EDT Monday, October 8, 2007, in Frain Mortuary, Winamac, IN. with Pastor Mark Pilger officiating.

Friends may call from 3-7 PM EDT Sunday, October 7, 2007 at Frain Mortuary.

Burial will be in the McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Winamac, IN.

The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorials may be given to the Cancer Fund or to the Disabled American Veterans.

ROBERT E. HINMAN
October 2, 2007

VISITATION: AFTER 4 PM EDT THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2007

FUNERAL SERVICE: 7 PM EDT THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2007

Robert E. Hinman, 59, of 499 East 13th Street, Winamac, IN, passed away at 5:05 AM Tuesday, October 2, 2007 at his residence.
He was born June 26, 1948, in Indianpolis, IN, to John and Joan Joseph Hinman.
Bob was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed repairing cars. He was a truck driver for McCords Tire Co. in Monticello, IN. He was a former employee of McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Winamac, IN.

Survivors include:
John J. & Joan M. Joseph Hinman, Francesville, IN Father & Mother
Yvonne C.(Jimmy) Hopkins, Winamac, IN Daughter
Tracey E. Hinman, Winamac, IN Son
Robert J.(Tammy) Hinman, Lucerne, IN Son
Jessie L. Hinman, Buffalo, IN Son
Nicole R. Hinman, Buffalo, IN Daughter
Mandy L. Polstra, Warsaw, IN Daughter
Brandy D. (Lincoln) Osborn, Rochester, IN Daughter
Valerie J.(Kenneth) Brook, Knox, IN Sister
David A. Hinman, Francesville, IN Brother
Rickey D. Hinman, Medaryville, IN Brother
Wayne (Sue)Hinman, Francesville, IN Brother
11 Grandchildren

He was preceded in death by
Shane Hinman Son
Lane Hinman Son

Funeral services will be held at 7 PM EDT Thursday, October 4, 2007, in Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville, IN with Rev. Edward Clark officiating.

Friends may call After 4 PM EDT Thursday, October 4, 2007 at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville, IN

Memorial contributions may be given to the family.

Burial will be in the Independence Cemetery in Medaryville, IN

MYRTLE M. WELDEN
September 28, 2007

VISITATION: AFTER NOON EDT ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2007

SERVICES: 2 PM EDT SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2007

Myrtle Marie Welden, 101, of 115 North Circle Drive, Francesville, IN, passed away at 5:24 PM Friday, September 28, 2007 at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville, IN.

She was born June 22, 1906, in Tefft, IN, to George and Maude Peterson Salrin. She was married to Orace Welden who died on October 2, 1974.

Myrt was born on June 22, 1906 to George Elmer and Maude Peterson Salrin on a farm in the Medaryville area. After high school she majored in business and graduated from a private college in Kankakee, IL. She was very active in her community an was co-founder of the local American Legion Auxillary and served as president of the auxillary for several years. She was the Pulaski County Democrat Party Chairwoman for two terms. Myrt loved her Medaryville United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school for many years. Mrs. Welden enjoyed her work in the Francesville Post office for 25 years. She also owned and operated a beautiful resort (Tall Timbers) in Hayward, Wisconsin. for many years. She was a talented speaker and writer and often wrote editorials for the Francesville Tribune. In her later years Myrt was honored as Woman of the Year by the Town of Francesville. At a reception held on June 16, 2006, in celebration of her 100th birthday, Mrs. Welden was awarded a key to the Town of Francesville.

The family of Mrs. Welden would like to acknowledge and give special thanks to Mrs. Welden's wonderful neighbors.

Survivors include:
Paula D. (Christian) Schuetz, Chicago, IL Granddaughter & Spouse
Paul J. Cooley, Francesville, IN Grandson
Several Great grandchildren
Betty Lou Clark, Sister
Ralph E. (Carol) Salrin, Brother & Spouse
Several Nieces & Nephews

She was preceded in death by
Paul Robert Cooley Son
Orace Welden Husband
George E. Salrin Father
Maude Peterson Salrin Mother

Memorial services will be held at 2 PM EDT Saturday, October 6, 2007, in Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville, with Pastor Susan Jennys officiating.

Friends may call after Noon Saturday, October 6, 2007 at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel-Francesville.

Memorial Contributions may be given to: Medaryville United Methodist Church

MARIE RICHTER POTTS
September 18, 2007

Marie Richter Potts, 68, of 615 Oak Drive, Winamac, IN, passed away at 10:36 AM Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac, IN.

She was born February 12, 1939, in Paxton, FL, to Helmut and Edna Parker Richter.

Marie married Everett L. Potts on April 6, 1963, in Winamac, IN. He survives.

She graduated from Winamac High School in 1957 and attended Purdue University and Fort Wayne Business College.

She had been a secretary at Fuller Brush in Indianapolis. She was also employed by Frank H. King Insurance and Davis Plumbing and Heating, Winamac.

Marie was a floral designer for 30 years with Camelot Flowers.

Marie was President of The Garden Club of Indiana, Inc. from l995-1997. She had been elected to serve as Central Region Director for the term 2007-2009, but illness caused her to resign.

Marie, a member of Iris-Elm Garden Club, was from Winamac in North Central District. She was a Master Flower Show Judge, Gardening Consultant and Environmental Consultant.

“Opportunities Abound” was her theme as State President. Major accomplishments during her term included:
• Participation in NGC’s Millions of Trees for the Environment
• $7,500 raised for stewardship of Kankakee Barrens
• First Environmental Studies School held
• 18 $1,000 scholarships awarded during term
• Youth clubs increased to 15

Marie was elected as Recording Secretary of National Garden Clubs, Inc. and served in that capacity from 2005-2007. Having served as NGC Vice Chairman of the National Garden Project, she was delighted to attend the dedication of the Butterfly Garden in Washington, D.C. last September.

Marie will be remembered as a friendly, hard-working, creative and dedicated garden club member who gave untiringly of her talents.

Marie was a former secretary of the Winamac Comm. High School Athletic Booster for 5 years. She served as President of the Winamac Town Park Board. She was a member of the Winamac Tree Committee.

She enjoyed her grandchildren, gardening, and garage sales.

Marie was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Order of Eastern Star #96, Winamac.

Survivors include Everett L. Potts, Winamac, IN Husband
Suzanne Marie Potts, Indianapolis, IN Daughter
James Kevin (Coral) Potts, Lafayette, IN Son
Lisa P. (Brian) Hultquist, West Lebanon, IN Daughter
James Kody Potts, Lafayette, IN Grandson
Riley R. Potts, Lafayette, IN Grandson
Katherine Parker Hultquist, West Lebanon, IN Granddaughter
Kyle Theodore Hultquist, West Lebanon, IN Grandson
Helmut and Edna Richter, Winamac, IN Parents
Fred Richter, Fort Myers, FL Brother.

Services will be held at 11 AM EDT Friday, September 21, 2007, in Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Rev. Dan Burgess will officiate.

Burial will be in Winamac Cemetery, Winamac, IN.

Friends may call 4-8PM EDT Thursday, September 20, 2007 at Frain Mortuary.

The Order of Eastern Star will conduct services at 7PM EDT Thursday in the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Garden Clubs of Indiana, Inc. Scholarship Fund.

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