Obituaries

Jennie Margaret Horton

Jennie Margaret Horton

Jul 24, 2014

83 year old, Jennie Margaret Horton of Wheatfield passed away July 24, 2014.

On April 1, 1931 in Troy, Michigan to Alva and Lillian (nee: Roberts) Whited. Jennie has been an area resident since 1969. Jennie worked as a baker at the Kankakee Valley High School for over 10 years.

Jennie is survived by her son: Daniel (Marsha) Horton, grandchildren:...

Howard 'Howie' Hixson

Howard 'Howie' Hixson

Jul 20, 2014

78 year old, Howard “Howie” Hixson of DeMotte, passed away July 20, 2014 at Autumn Hills in Roselawn, Indiana.

On November 10, 1935, Howie was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. He worked at gas stations and as a fork truck operator.

Howard is survived by his niece: Frances & Rick Rowe of Medaryville, Indiana

Friends are invited to visit from 9:00...

Janice E. Stoker

Janice E. Stoker

Jul 18, 2014

84 year old, Janice E. Stoker of Wheatfield, passed away July 18, 2014 at her home.

On May 13, 1930, Janice was born to Anthony and Geraldine (nee: Williams) Jungkunz in Cincinnati, Ohio. Janice loved working at Uncle John’s Flea Market in St. John on the weekends. Janice married Gaylon ‘Buddy’ Stoker on February 5, 1971.

Janice is survived by...

Sadie 'Princess' Huppenthal

Sadie 'Princess' Huppenthal

Jul 16, 2014

13 year old, Mark A Nunley Jr., of DeMotte passed away July 10, 2014 at his home with his loving family around him.

On October 10, 2000, Mark was born to Mark and Audrey (Franks) Nunley Sr. in Crown Point, Indiana. Mark Jr. was a 7th grader and attended Kankakee Valley Middle School, was on the Honor Roll, and was...

Mark A Nunley

Mark A Nunley

Jul 10, 2014

13 year old, Mark A Nunley Jr., of DeMotte passed away July 10, 2014 at his home with his loving family around him.

On October 10, 2000, Mark was born to Mark and Audrey (Franks) Nunley Sr. in Crown Point, Indiana. Mark Jr. was a 7th grader and attended Kankakee Valley Middle School, was on the Honor Roll, and was...

Donald R. Nowak

Donald R. Nowak

Jul 1, 2014

79 year old, Donald R. Nowak of Schererville formerly of Wheatfield, passed away July 1, 2014.

On October 14, 1934, Donald was born to John and Wanda (nee: Sazuski) Nowak in Chicago, Illinois.  Donald graduated from high school and married the love of his life Frances Thompson on September 14, 1954 at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Chicago, Illinois. Donald...

Dean Earl Pigg  Sr.

Dean Earl Pigg Sr.

Jun 30, 2014

61 year old, Dean Earl Pigg Sr., of DeMotte passed away June 30, 2014 at his home.

On May 27, 1953, Dean was born to Robert Earl and Beatrice (Hanselman) Pigg in Chicago, Illinois. Dean was a truck driver for Roadrunner Transportation Systems, Inc. Dean married Sally Neeley on March 6, 1970 and to this union the following children were...

Isaac Charles Beilfuss

Isaac Charles Beilfuss

Jun 18, 2014

11 year old, Isaac Charles Beilfuss of DeMotte, passed away June 18, 2014.

On August 27, 2002 Isaac was born to Scott Beilfuss and Corrie (Eenigenburg) Terborg in Merrillville, Indiana. Isaac was a lifetime area resident. He attended DeMotte Christian School finishing 5th grade. He was a member of the 1st Reformed Church. Isaac loved swimming in his pool during...

Beverly Jean Kuiper-Miller

Beverly Jean Kuiper-Miller

Jun 11, 2014

75 year old, Beverly Jean Kuiper-Miller of DeMotte, passed away on June 11, 2014 with her loving family around her.

On December 4, 1938, Beverly was born to John and Nellie (nee: Anker) Eylander in Harvey, Illinois. Beverly graduated from Illiana Christian High School. On May 17th, 1957 Beverly married the love of her life, Ronald R. Kuiper in South...

Larry B. Smith

Larry B. Smith

Jun 9, 2014

66 year old Larry B. Smith of Rensselaer passed away June 9, 2014 at his home, with his loving family around him.

On September 12, 1947, Larry was born in Albion, Michigan to Robert G. and Arlene H. (Thenen) Smith. Larry was in the United States Marines and received the following awards: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal w/device,...

Robin Lee Hesh

Robin Lee Hesh

Jun 6, 2014

54 year old, Robin Lee Hesh of Shelby passed away June 6, 2014 with her loving family around her.

On February 15, 1960, Robin was born to Emmett and Edna (nee: Howard) Terry in Gary, Indiana. On October 8, 1988, Robin married Harley Hesh in Shelby, Indiana.

Robin is survived by her husband: Harley, children: Kimberly Spangle, Jeff (Jennyfer) Paine,...

Amy J. Meiners-Pate

Amy J. Meiners-Pate

Jun 2, 2014

40 year old, Amy J. (Meiners) Pate of Rensselaer passed away June 2, 2014 at her home.

On June 1, 1974, Amy was born in Wisconsin. She has been a lifetime area residence of the DeMotte and Roselawn area. Amy worked at one time in the emergency medical field, was a housewife, and recently a student as she worked towards...

Barbara J. Davis

Barbara J. Davis

May 19, 2014

75 year old, Barbara J. Davis of Kouts passed away May 19, 2014, with her loving family around her.

On July 26, 1938, Barbara was born to Cevard and Cora (nee: Smith) Conley in Jasper County, Indiana.  Barbara was a lifetime area resident. She married Ova Davis Sr. on August 11, 1956 in Rensselaer, Indiana. Barbara loved being a housewife...

Sarah Bailey

Sarah Bailey

May 14, 2014

98 year old, Sarah Bailey of Wheatfield passed away on May 14, 2014 with her loving family around her.

On December 26, 1915, in Ball, Kentucky, William Henry and Polly (Napier) Messer welcomed Sarah into their family. Sarah married Seldon Bailey, and loved being a housewife and mother to their children.

Sarah is survived by her children: Julie Faye Howes,...

Hansford D. 'Worm' Sholes

Hansford D. 'Worm' Sholes

May 13, 2014

74 year old, Hansford D. Sholes “Worm” of DeMotte, passed away May 13, 2014 at his home.

On October 9, 1939, Hansford was born to Cecil and Irene (nee: O’Quin) Sholes in Tioga, West Virginia. Hansford was in the U.S. Navy during the Cuban missile crisis. Hansford worked at Chicago Heights Stamping Company, Ford Motor Company. On November 10, 1964,...

Jack McCarty

Jack McCarty

May 12, 2014

34 year old, Jack Mc Carty of Medaryville passed away May 12, 2014.

On January 3, 1980, Jack was born to William and Linda (Patton) Mc Carty in Michigan City, Indiana. Jack was a lifetime area resident who worked for the Carpenter’s Union 1005.

Jack is survived by his parents: William & Linda, children: Lizzie, William, Matthew & Carly, and...

Mary A. Lovell

Mary A. Lovell

May 11, 2014

84 year old, Mary A. Lovell of San Pierre formerly of DeMotte, passed away May 11, 2014.

On September 11, 1929, Mary was born in Cordova, Alabama to Rueal and Nettie (nee: Pitchford) Ware. On February 12, 1949 Mary married Carl Lovell. Mary worked in the manufacturing industry. She was a member of the Eastern Star in Crown Point, Indiana.

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Beatrice 'Aunt Bea' Rust

Beatrice 'Aunt Bea' Rust

May 4, 2014

91 year old, Beatrice ‘Aunt Bea’ Rust of Wheatfield, passed away May 4, 2014 at her home.

On October 8, 1922 in McGuffy County, Ohio, Bea was born to Frank and Minnie (nee: Salyer) Whitaker. Bea’s family moved to Wheatfield while she was an infant. She attended school until the 10th grade. Bea worked during WWII and the Korean War...

Ruth Hoyes

Ruth Hoyes

Apr 9, 2014

82 year old, Ruth Hoyes of Rensselaer, passed away April 9, 2014.

On December 30, 1931, Ruth was born to Samuel and Effie (Fairchild) Burroughs in Monon, Indiana. Ruth graduated from Monon High School in 1949, and married the love of her life, Floyd ‘Snook’ Hoyes on February 12, 1950 in Monon, Indiana. Ruth worked as an Administrative Assistant at...

Ruth Harriet Swart

Ruth Harriet Swart

Mar 19, 2014

88 year old, Ruth Harriet Swart of DeMotte, passed away March 19, 2014.

On June 11, 1925, Ruth Harriet was born in Highland, Indiana to Nick and Johanna (Ooms) Swart. Ruth Harriet graduated from Wheatfield High School in 1942. She worked as a cashier for DeKock’s Grocery in DeMotte, worked at the ASCS office in Rensselaer, and was a clerk...

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