Obituaries
Cass, Fulton, and Pulaski County, IN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Royal Center, Kewanna, Logansport and Winamac in Indiana
Rosalie Klotz
Mar 11, 2025
Rosalie Klotz, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, in her hometown of Logansport, IN, at the age of 93. Born on November 9, 1931, to Donald C. Thomas and Maud M. Thomas, Rosalie's life was dedicated to her family, and her many passions.
Rosalie's journey began in Logansport, where she grew up surrounded by the love of her parents and...
Kenneth R. Frye
Mar 11, 2025
Kenneth R. Frye, 74 of Burnettsville passed away at 12:40 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at home.
He was born on May 27, 1950 in Mishawaka.
Ken was a 1969 Pioneer High School graduate.
He formerly worked at Wilson Foods, Kauffman Engineering, Saylors Candy, Pioneer School Corporation and the Royal Center Locker Plant.
Ken was a member of Caley Global Methodist Church and he...
Merna M. Daily
Mar 11, 2025
Merna M. Daily, 91 of Kewanna passed away peacefully at 6:55 a.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at Woodbridge Health Campus in Logansport.
Born on June 12, 1933 in Carmel, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Mildred (Johnson) Willoughby.
On September 3, 1959 she married Darl C. Daily. He preceded her in death on June 6, 2012.
Merna was a lifelong...
Robert C. Engle
Mar 10, 2025
Robert C. Engle, 83, of Kewanna, passed away March 10, 2025 at his home surrounded by loved ones.
Born November 3, 1941 in Kewanna, IN, he was the son of the late Chester and Elizabeth (Emmans) Engle.
He was the youngest of 4 siblings; Bill Donathen, Sally Foust, and JoAnn Engle, all preceding him in death.
Bob graduated from Kewanna High School in...
Elaine E. Rans
Mar 10, 2025
Elaine E. Rans, 87 of Kewanna passed away at 4:40 a.m., Monday, March 10, 2025 after a courageous battle with lung cancer.
Born on September 7, 1937 in Herscher, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Marie (Combs) Larkin.
She attended Kewanna Schools and received her diploma from Rochester High School.
On September 25, 1953 she married Larry Rans. He...
Josephine F. Frushour
Mar 9, 2025
Josephine F. Frushour, 98 of Lucerne passed away at 8:50 p.m, Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Chase Center in Logansport.
Born on May 15, 1926 in White County, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Arvilla (DeWitt) Eikelburner.
She attended Star City High School.
On November 5, 1944 she married William V. Frushour. He preceded her in death on April 15,...
Franklin Dale Weaver
Mar 7, 2025
Franklin Dale Weaver, 87 of Royal Center passed away unexpectedly at 1:15 p.m., Friday, March 7, 2025, at home.
He was born on March 11,1937, in Bell Center, to the late David and Ethel (Suiter) Weaver.
He was a 1955 graduate of Royal Center High School.
Frank proudly served his country as a U.S. Army veteran, demonstrating honor and dedication throughout his service.
On...
Michele D. Mustakes
Mar 7, 2025
Michele D. Mustakes, 67 of Winamac passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at Northwest Health Hospital in LaPorte.
Born on August 11, 1957 in Sullivan, Indiana she was the daughter of the late Donald and Margaret (Mull) McAleece.
Michele spent her youth in Linton, IN and Fort Wayne prior moving to Winamac.
Michele was a horse trainer and instructor. She also loved...
Mary Margaret Rans Delon
Mar 7, 2025
Mary Margaret Rans-Delon, 90 of Ft. Wayne formerly of Winamac was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 7, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.
Mary was born in Monterey, Indiana on July 10, 1934, the third child of the late John and Helen (Cross) Fagan.
While attending La Crosse High School, Mary enjoyed cheerleading and met...
Terry Lynn Clay
Mar 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Terry Lynn Clay
With heavy hearts we celebrate the life of Terry Lynn Clay who passed away peacefully March 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Terry was the heart of her family—a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a proud grandmother whose greatest joy was being present for the people closest to her. She...
Lavonne "Sue" Sailors
Mar 5, 2025
Lavonne “Sue” Sailors, 78 of Grass Creek passed away at 6:29 PM, Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Logansport Memorial Hospital.
Born on August 20, 1946 in Rochester, she was the daughter of the late Harris and Dorothy (Hershey) Lease.
She was a Class of 1964 North Caston High School graduate. Sue received her Associates Degree from Ivy Tech in Accounting and Marketing....
Sandra E. Funk
Mar 4, 2025
Sandra E. Funk, 90 of Star City formerly of Lucerne passed away peacefully at 9:27 a.m., Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Pulaski Healthcare Center.
Born on November 6, 1934 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Bessie (Graham) Prentice.
On November 6, 1953 she married Clive “Tate” Funk. He preceded her in death in 2001.
Sandy formerly worked at...
Phyllis "Jo Ann" (Bowyer) Chapman
Mar 3, 2025
Phyllis Jo Ann (Bowyer) Chapman, 75 of Logansport passed away unexpectedly at 2:27 p.m., Monday, March 3, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Ft. Wayne.
Born on December 29, 1949 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late William V. and Floreine (Mapes) Bowyer.
She was a Rochester High School graduate.
On February 6, 2009 she married David W. Chapman, he...
Beverly J. Field
Feb 28, 2025
Beverly J. Field, 87 of Winamac passed away at 3:38 p.m., Friday, February 28, 2025 at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.
Born on June 28, 1937 in Winamac, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Leora (Hartwick) Olson.
On March 3, 1957 she married H. Devon Field, he survives.
Beverly was a homemaker and also formerly worked at Schultz Brothers, GL Perry and...
Dorothy M. Callahan
Feb 28, 2025
Dorothy Margaret Callahan, 90 of Winamac passed at 5:37 a.m., Friday, February 28, 2025 at Logansport Memorial Hospital surrounded by family after a brief, recent illness.
She was born on October 2, 1934 to Leo and Marie (Kreusch) Weisenburger at home in a little area known as Indian Creek.
She graduated from Winamac High School in 1952 and then attended South Bend...
John L. Burks
Feb 27, 2025
John L. Burks, 77 of Dothan, Alabama formerly of Logansport passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at Flowers Hospital in Dothan.
He was born on December 1, 1947 in Logansport, he was the son of the late William T. and Josephine (Jeroski) Burks.
He was a former member of St. Bridget's Catholic Church.
Survivors include one brother, William J. Burks and wife...
Deborah S. Avolio
Feb 24, 2025
Deborah S. Avolio, 60, of Knox passed away at 10:30 p.m., Monday, February 24, 2025 at South Bend Memorial Hospital.
Born on May 23, 1964 in Blue Island, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Otto and Bonnie (Johnson) Anderson.
On November 12, 1983 she married the love of her life William V. Avolio.
She is survived by her husband William, along...
Elaine H. Terry
Feb 19, 2025
Elaine H. Terry, 88 years old of Logansport passed away peacefully at 11:53 p.m., Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Logansport.
Born on May 28, 1936 in New London, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Hazel (Hathaway) Stoner.
She was a professional housekeeper.
Elaine was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church where she felt His presence...
Lois J. Stevens
Feb 17, 2025
Lois J. Stevens, 82 of Logansport passed away at 9:26 p.m., Monday, February 17, 2025 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Logansport.
Born on November 25, 1942 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Monroe “Dutch” and Edna (Strong) Stevens.
She was a 1960 Lucerne High School graduate.
Lois formerly was employed at RBM and retired from Federal Mogul in 2012 at...
Barbara J. Hettinger
Feb 14, 2025
Barbara J. Hettinger, 81 of Kokomo passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 14, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona where she was spending the winter.
Born on July 30, 1943 in Burnettsville, she was the daughter of the late Jospeh and Vivian (Green) Hines.
Barb formerly owned and operated Studio OneBeauty Shop in Kokomo.
Survivors include her son, James Hettinger (Misty) of Georgia and their...
