Debra Blotnicki
Jun 7, 2021
61 year old, Debra A Blotnicki, of DeMotte, passed away June 7, 2021.
On June 26, 1959, Debra was born to Wesley Dean Phipps and Mary Lucille (Moss) Phipps-Boren. Debra attended Miller Schools, and worked in the food service industries. She like being around people and friends. Debra especially like Vegas.
Debra is survived by her children: Anthony Lennex, Elisha...
Wayne Elwood Cornwell
May 31, 2021
48 year old, Wayne Elwood Cornwell, of Rensselaer, passed away May 31, 2021 from a motorcycle accident.
On July 18, 1972, in Kansas City, Missouri, Wayne was born to Galen ‘Woody’ and Judie (Eno) Cornwell. Wayne married the love of his life, Gloria R. Flatt, on December 13, 2014, in DeSoto, Kansas. Wayne was a truck driver, who loved to...
David E Olson
May 22, 2021
78 year old, David E. Olson, of Wheatfield, passed away May 22, 2021 with his loving family around him.
On July 25, 1942, David was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Henry and Jessie (McAllister) Olson. David married the love of his life Julie Bitters on September 8, 1971, in Chicago, Illinois. David worked as a Steel Worker at Acme Steel.
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Garry W. Van Baren
May 15, 2021
79 year old, Garry W. Van Baren Sr., of DeMotte, passed away May 15, 2021 with his loving family around him.
On October 11, 1941, Garry was born to Gerrit and Minnie (Blink) Van Baren, in Harvey, Illinois. He graduated from Illiana Christian High School, and married the love of his life, Walita Van Kanegan on October 4, 1962, in...
Lucky Wireman
May 13, 2021
81 year old, Lucky ‘Honey’ Wireman, of Wheatfield, passed away May 13, 2021.
On April 17, 1940, Lucky was born to Cleveland and Flora (Conley) Wireman in Newland, Indiana. Lucky was a self-employed truck mechanic. He also worked for U.S. Steel for a while. He married Earlene (Conley) Wireman on November 2, 1992 in Rensselaer, Indiana, by the Justice of...
James D. Austin
May 7, 2021
47 year old, James D. Austin, of Rensselaer, passed away at his home on May 7, 2021.
On March 19, 1974, in Hammond, Indiana James was born to Eddie and Elizabeth (Hubbard) Austin. James married the love of his life, Tracie Gross on May 15, 2010 in Rensselaer, Indiana. James worked for Genova Plastic as a factory worker for 18...
Everett E. Kopka
May 1, 2021
85 year old, Everett E. Kopka, of Winamac, passed away May 1, 2021.
On August 28, 1935, Everett was born in Jefferson Township, Indiana, to Milo and Mary (Krohn) Kopka. Everett married the love of his life, Reba (Tanner) Kopka on May 19, 1956 at the Medaryville Christian Church. Everett was a Truck Driver/Mechanic, and was self-employed. He drove for...
Mary K Pescetto
Apr 30, 2021
90 year old, ‘Aunt’ Mary K. Pescetto, of DeMotte, passed away April 30, 2021, at Oak Grove Christian Village.
On September 16, 1930, Mary was born to Robert J. Nixon Sr. and Wilhelmina (Camp) Nixon, in Peoria, Illinois. Mary was married to the late Anthony “Tony” Pescetto. She attended the DeMotte United Methodist Church. Mary loved to baby sit little...
Edith J. Nist
Apr 27, 2021
95 year old, Edith J. Nist of Monticello, passed away April 27, 2021.
On September 5, 1925, Edith was born to Edmond and Ida (Foreman) Perry, in Herscher, Illinois. She married her husband, Paul Nist on December 14, 1974 in Remington, Indiana. Edith was a bookkeeper and a Stanley – home representative/saleswoman for 50+ years. Edith loved to crochet, creating...
Michael Dyniewski
Apr 24, 2021
69 year old, Michael Dyniewski of Texas, formerly of Wheatfield, passed away April 24, 2021.
On March 19, 1952, Michael was born to Chester and June (Hetrick) Dyniewski. Michael married the love of his life, Chirstine LaPatkin on August 17, 1974. Mike attended Hebron High School. He worked at the steel mill for 35 years. He loved playing games and...
Kernie Sexton
Apr 23, 2021
71 year old, Kernie Sexton, of Wheatfield, passed away April 23, 2021, at his home with his loving family around him.
On April 13, 1950, Kernie was born to Clarence and Sussana (Magger) Sexton in Velcco, Kentucky. Kernie married the love of his life, Barbara Martin, on June 28, 1974, in Cedar Lake, Indiana. Kernie worked for U.S. Steel, Gary...
Brad Alan Recker
Apr 15, 2021
49 year old, Brad Alan Recker, of Knox, formerly of DeMotte, passed away April 15, 2021.
On October 2, 1971, Brad was born to Roger Recker and Donna (Poisel) Mier, in Valparaiso, Indiana. Brad was a GM automotive sales manager. He was an avid baseball fan as well as an all-star pitcher for the Kankakee Valley Kougars. He was inducted...
Paul D Bovenkerk
Apr 8, 2021
78 year old, Paul D. Bovenkerk, of Rensselaer, formerly of Wheatfield & DeMotte, passed away April 8, 2021, with his loving wife at his side.
On February 18, 1943, Paul was born in Rensselaer, Indiana to Casper and Maggie (Van Der Molen) Bovenkerk. He graduated from DeMotte High School and worked as a brick/block layer for DeMotte Masonary for several...
Aime A Lemrise
Apr 5, 2021
73 year old, Aime A. Lemrise, of DeMotte, passed away at his home, April 5, 2021.
On September 6, 1947, Aime was born to Aime L. and Bibiane C. (Hubert) Lemrise, in Chicago, Illinois. Aime served in the U.S. Air Force. He was an electric motor repairman by trade. He attended St. Augusta Catholic Church of Lake Village. Aime’s special...
Hazel D. Risner
Mar 27, 2021
74 year old, Hazel D. Risner, of Rensselaer, passed away March 27, 2021.
On July 27, 1946, Hazel was born to Homer and Cleda (Sallee) Caudill, in Knox, Indiana. Hazel married the love of her life, Eldon Risner, on February 12, 1966, in Jasper County, Indiana.
She loved to cook, garden, and work in her flower beds. Hazel also help...
Mirlin Dobson
Mar 25, 2021
74 year old, Mirlin Dobson, of Wheatfield, passed away March 25, 2021.
On November 4, 1946, Mirlin was born to Cleveland and Flora (Conley) Wireman in Rensselaer, Indiana. Mirlin enjoyed gardening and canning the produce.
Mirlin is survived by her siblings: George (Merlene) Wireman, Gordon (Sarah) Wireman, Kelly ‘Bud’ Wireman, Lucky (Earlene) Wireman, Dennis (Shirley) Wireman, and Marlene Stafford.
Mirlin...
Jean M Bierma
Mar 22, 2021
92 year old, Jean M. Bierma, of DeMotte, formerly of Wheatfield, passed away March 22, 2021 at her home in DeMotte with her loving family around.
On July 1, 1928, Jean was born to Christopher and Wilhelmina (Vorst) Jonkman in Lafayette, Indiana. Jean married the love of her life, Harry Bierma, on December 1, 1949, in Momence, Illinois. Jean was...
Suzanne K Van Oort
Mar 19, 2021
60 year old, Suzanne K. Van Oort, of DeMotte, passed away March 19, 2021.
On April 11, 1960, Suzanne was born in Holland, Michigan to Lester and Jane (Van Keppel) Van Oort. Sue worked at Roselawn Nursing home. Suzanne loved to watch all of the local sporting events. She also enjoyed playing pool.
Suzanne is survived by her father: Lester,...
George Allen
Mar 15, 2021
87 year old, George Allen, of Wheatfield, passed away March 15, 2021.
On December 28, 1933, George was born to Beckham and Lillie (Davis) Allen, in Elmrock, Kentucky. George married the love of his life, Phyllis (Miller) Allen on November 12, 1955, in Rensselaer, Indiana. George was a maintenance worker for Paliter Corporation, in Michigan City. He attended Wheatfield Pentecostal Church...
Orville Carter
Mar 13, 2021
62 year old, Orville Carter Jr., of Wheatfield, passed away March 13, 2021.
On October 10, 1958, Orville was born in Rensselaer, Indiana to, Orville & Essie (Wireman) Carter. In 1977, Orville married the love of his life, Vinia (Conley) Carter, in Rensselaer. Orville’s favorite job was operating a Roll-back, for Towing & Recovery Companies.
Orville is survived by his...