OBITUARIES

Russell Frantz Jr.

Retired From Redman Plumbing And Heating

Russell Frantz Jr., 93, Winona Lake, formerly of Sidney, met his wife at the gates of heaven Sunday, March 5, 2023.

The son of Russell and Mabel Pauline (Glaze) Frantz Sr., Russell was born Sept. 5, 1929, in Wanatah.

A year after graduating from Sidney High School in 1947, Russell married the love of his life, Doris M. Hill, on July 3, 1948. For 74 years, the two showed their children what a strong Christian should be. During their time together, Russell provided for his family by working construction for many years. He later went to work for Redman Plumbing and Heating in Columbia City for 25 years before retiring in 2004. Russell was a loving man of God on whom others could rely. His faith and love for the Lord was ever constant. He and his wife were members of Packerton United Methodist Church in Packerton for over 75 years.

During his time at Grace Village Retirement Community in Winona Lake, Russell was active in art club and bible study while remaining involved in his church. He delighted in supporting his grandchildren in all of the activities they enjoyed and often said that every grandchild was his favorite one. When Russell found free time, he liked to cheer on Indiana University athletics and watch other sports.

The precious memory of Russell Frantz Jr. will be forever cherished by his sons, Stan (Lynn) Frantz, South Whitley, and Neal (Connie) Frantz, Fremont; daughters, Robin (Todd) Hughes, Pierceton, and Kelly (Mark) Lybarger, Warsaw; sisters, Sandra (Marvin) Metzger, North Manchester, and Patsy (Elmer) Matthews, Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Adam John Frantz, Alex (Jena) Frantz, Alyson Frantz, Travis (Chelsea) Frantz, Renee (Shawn) Cherian, Tanner (Montgomery) Hughes, Emily Hughes, Lance (Alison) Lybarger and Lindsay Lybarger; and great-grandchild, Judah Cherian.

Russell was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Doris Frantz; son, Brian Kim Frantz; brothers, Darrel Max Frantz and Lloyd Lewis Frantz; and sister, Madeline Mowan.

Family and friends called from 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 10, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 11, with calling beginning at 9 a.m. at Packerton United Methodist Church, 7976 Packerton Road, Claypool, with Pastor Steve Newkirk officiating. Burial was at Ulrey Memorial Cemetery, 2507 SR 14, Silver Lake.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Russell Frantz Jr., memorial contributions may be made to Packerton United Methodist Church, c/o Wayne Landis, P.O. Box 283, Mentone, IN 46539.

The family of Russell Frantz Jr. has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.

Dolores Black

Dolores Black, 93, Leesburg, died March 7, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Judy

Ann Christian

Judy Ann (Barley) Christian, 74, Warsaw, died March 5, 2023.

She was born Feb. 20, 1949.

Surviving are her children, Donald Barley, Oswego, Tammy Lockhart, Warsaw, Charisse Gunkel, North Webster, and Billy Barley, Hartford City; 12 grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren; and sisters, Ethna Wyninger, Arkansas, and Priscilla Swain, Warsaw.

Friends gathered with the family March 11 at New Hope Freewill Baptist Church, Warsaw. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Judy Clutter

Judy Clutter, 80, Venice, Fla., formerly of North Webster, died March 7, 2023.

She was born June 15, 1942. On June 21, 1968, she married Thomas “Jay” Clutter, who preceded her in death in 2016.

Surviving are three nieces; four nephews; sisters-in-law, Janet Hamman, Warsaw, and Joyce Logan, Half Moon Bay, Calif.; a brother-in-law, John Clutter, Fort Wayne; and several great- and great-great-nieces, nephews and cousins.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 3, at the North Webster Church of the Brethren. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, is in charge of arrangements.

Timothy James Cobb

Timothy “Tim” James Cobb, 62, Warsaw, died March 7, 2023.

He was born March 14, 1960.

Surviving are brothers, Gordon E. Cobb, Marion, Ill., and Gregory “Greg” J. Cobb, Warsaw; and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Barbara Ann Conley

Barbara Ann Conley, 64, Servia, died March 6, 2023.

She was born Nov. 28, 1958.

Surviving are brothers, Loy Conley, Servia, Jimmy Conley, Liberty Mills, and Vince Conley, Servia; sister, Peggy Keirn, Marion; 15 nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

Services were held March 9 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Servia.

Shelley Joan Coy

Shelley Joan Coy, 60, South Bend, died March 3, 2023.

She was born Feb. 13, 1963. In 1981, she married Stewart Coy. He preceded her in death Feb. 21, 1994.

Surviving are sons, Nathan Coy, Leesburg, and Tyler Coy, Warsaw; four grandchildren; her mother, Carole Moore, Goshen; sisters, Ronda Traver, Milford, and Darla Routson,

Cromwell; a nephew; and a niece.

In keeping with her wishes, no public visitation or services are planned. Cremation will take place with Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Milford.

Duane A. Dicus

Duane A. Dicus, 82, Plymouth, died at 4:30 p.m. March 7, 2023.

He was born March 24, 1940. On March 5, 1960, he married Donna L. Smith; she survives.

Also surviving are sons, David Dicus, Lakeville, and Mark Dicus, Plymouth; daughter, Rhonda Doss, Warsaw; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a sister, Vera Whisman.

At Duane’s request, there will be no services. Palmer Funeral Home, Lakeville, was in charge of arrangements.

Susie Farmwald

Susie Farmwald, 64, New Paris, died at 12:37 p.m. March 3, 2023.

She was born Jan. 26, 1959.

Surviving are her children, Sarah Farmwald, Fort Wayne, and Zach Farmwald, New Paris; a grandson; her beloved dog, Cooper; and siblings, Robin Wenger, Goshen, and Beth Platz, Warsaw.

Services were held March 11 at Eighth Street Mennonite Church, Goshen. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Hans-Georg Gilde

Hans-Georg Gilde, 89, a native of Germany, died Feb. 24, 2023.

He was born July 8, 1933.

He is survived by his wife, Helen C. Gilde (Schoener); daughters, Emily Gilde and Ellen Schwendeman; four grandchildren; two great-grandsons; two sisters; and in-laws, nieces and nephews in Germany.

Upon his request, there will be no viewing or service. Heritage Funeral and Cremation Services, Warsaw, has been entrusted with cremation. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Nancy J. Hann

Nancy J. Hann, 87, Syracuse, died March 6, 2023. She was born Jan. 15, 1936.

She is survived by a daughter, Debra Lewallen; two granddaughters; and two great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at noon Saturday, March 18, at North Webster Cemetery. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Charles F. Hartman

Charles F. Hartman, 84, North Manchester, formerly of Warsaw, died at 6 a.m. March 9, 2023.

He was born Sept. 3, 1938.

He is survived by a son, Jeffrey Hartman, Seattle, Wash.; daughter, Amy Piunti, St. John; five grandchildren; brother, John Hartman, Bloomington; sister, Mary Beth Hollingsworth, Bloomington; and several nieces and nephews.

A private family graveside service will be held at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, with military rites conducted by members of the American Legion Post 49, VFW Post 1126, both of

Warsaw, and active duty members of the Air Force Honor Guard. RedpathFruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Clara M. Helmuth

Clara M. Helmuth, 88, Goshen, formerly of Bremen, died at 8 a.m. March 6, 2023.

She was born April 22, 1934.

She is survived by a sister, Esther Stutzman, Nappanee; and many nieces and nephews.

Services were held March 9 at the Dennis Hochstetler Building, Bremen. Burial was in Weldy Cemetery, Nappanee.

James R. Hitchcock

James R. Hitchcock, 89, Nappanee, died at 3:20 a.m. March 3, 2023.

He was born Feb. 12, 1934.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Hitchcock, Nappanee; his children, Michael J. Hitchcock, Coleman, Fla., and Teresa Erickson, Allegan, Mich.; stepchildren, Clinton Wiseman, Milford, and Jenny Avery, Alto, Mich.; 14 grandchildren; and many great- and great-great-grandchildren.

Services were held March 8 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Burial was in South Union Cemetery, Nappanee. Miriam Hochstetler

Miriam Hochstetler, 88, Nappanee, died at 8:35 a.m. March 5, 2023.

She was born Nov. 6, 1934.

She is survived by a sister, Mary Ellen (Hochstetler) Kaufman.

A memorial service was held March 11 at First Mennonite Church, Nappanee. Burial was in South Union Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Terry Lee Hopkins

Terry Lee Hopkins, 76, Warsaw, died at 6:10 a.m. March 3, 2023.

He was born Jan. 10, 1947. On Dec. 17, 1965, he married Carolyn Wallace, who is still living in Warsaw.

He is survived by a son, Chad Hopkins, Kalamazoo, Mich.; a daughter, Abraham Hepler, Warsaw; brother, Cloyce Hopkins, Warsaw; and five grandchildren.

Services were held March 11 at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, at a later date.

Caleb Jenkins

Caleb Jenkins, 26, Winona Lake, died March 6, 2023.

He was born Oct. 16, 1996.

Surviving are his parents, Clint and Courtney (Brown) Jenkins; sisters, Liberty, Emerson and Avery; grandparents, Gale and Helen Brown, Chesterfield, S.C., Charlotte Weybright, Fort Wayne, and Treeca Jenkins, South Whitley; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 19, at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, 2290 Provident Court, Warsaw, with visitation from 1-4 p.m.

Mahendra P. Kamdar

Mahendra P. Kamdar, 87, India, formerly of Warsaw, died Feb. 18, 2023.

He was born Sept. 4, 1935. In June 1961, he married Dinna Lee Parker; they divorced. In June 1980, he married Bharati Parekh; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Ashok Kamdar, Florida; daughters, Sarita Carlin and Gita Kamdar, both of Warsaw; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-greatgranddaughter; and many sisters, nieces and nephews.

A celebration of his life will be held by his family.

Eleanor Lambert

Eleanor “Elaine” Lambert, 79, Nappanee, died at 4:25 a.m. March 5, 2023.

She was born Feb. 12, 1944. On Nov. 10, 1961, she married Dennis C. Lambert. He preceded her in death Dec. 31, 2017.

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A memorial service was held March 10 at Nappanee Missionary Church Chapel. Private family burial followed at Union Center Cemetery.

Dean Mast

Dean Mast, 84, Cromwell, died March 6, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Timothy Paul Matero

Timothy “Timo” Paul Matero, 55, Warsaw, died March 6, 2023.

He was born Dec. 13, 1967.

He is survived by a brother, Michael Matero, Warsaw.

Timo’s family will mourn his death privately. Burial will be in Herman Cemetery, Baraga County, Mich. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Mabel Miller

Mabel Miller, 97, North Manchester, formerly of Milford, died March 9, 2023.

She was born Jan. 30, 1926. On Jan. 5, 1985, she married Earle N. Miller. He preceded her in death Dec. 24, 1997.

Surviving are her children, Voila Cripe, Winona Lake, and Donna Acord, North Manchester; a stepson, Dick Miller, Huntington; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings, Effie Allen, Dean Howard and Ilant Shepherd, all of Silver Lake, and Forrest Howard, North Manchester.

Services were held March 13 at Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Milford. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake.

Charles Ray Nelson

Charles Ray Nelson, 75, Ligonier, died March 6, 2023.

He was born Nov. 11, 1947.

He is survived by his wife, Patti Nelson; sons, Jody Nelson, Chris Nelson and Josh Nelson; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Larry, Luther, Jackie, Gary, Rickey and Rodney; and sisters, Gloria Fay, Linda, Brenda, Joyce, Rose, Bonnie and Barb.

Services were held March 11 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial with military honors followed at Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier.

Daisy Ruth Nicholas

Daisy Ruth Nicholas, 79, Leesburg, died at 9:17 p.m. March 8, 2023.

She was born Jan. 27, 1944. On June 20, 1964, she married James “Jim” Allen Nicholas. He preceded her in death April 4, 2018.

Surviving are sons, Tony Nicholas,

Births

Staci Pearl Keeny

Noah and Sylvia (Royer) Keeny, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Staci Pearl, born at 3:47 p.m. March 3, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 19 inches long.

Nolan Kai Yoder

Ryan and Emily Yoder are the parents of a son, Nolan Kai, born at 6:07 p.m. March 4, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 5.5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.

Colson Lawrence Troyer

Timothy J. and Mary A. Troyer, Cromwell, are the parents of a son, Colson Lawrence, born at 8:28 p.m. March 5, 2023, at Goshen Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 15.9 ounces, and was 21 inches long.

Katrina Dawn Bontrager

Marion and Regina (Kuhns) Bontrager, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Katrina Dawn, born at 8:35 a.m. March 7, 2023, at Blessed Begin-

Warsaw, and Tim Nicholas, Dyersburg, Tenn.; four grandchildren; a brother, James Allen Burris, Elwood; and brother-in-law, Don Nicholas, Anderson.

Services were held March 15 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Dinna Lee Parker

Dinna Lee Parker, 78, died Feb. 22, 2023.

She was born April 5, 1944.

She is survived by a son, Ashok Kamdar; daughters, Sarita Carlin, Gita Kamdar and Lara Lucas; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

No public visitation or services are planned at this time. The family will host a private gathering. Burial will be in Decatur Cemetery.

Mary Maggie Patterson

Mary Maggie Patterson, 93, Warsaw, died at 10:30 p.m. March 8, 2023.

She was born Oct. 28, 1929. On July 20, 1947, she married Dale Richard Patterson. He preceded her in death Sept. 8, 1992.

Surviving are daughters, Cynthia Roderick and Beverly Jordan, both of Warsaw; sons, Dewey Patterson and Duane Patterson, both of Warsaw; eight grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren; and a sister, Ida Cripe, North Manchester.

Services were held March 13 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

John Bernard Schetzsle

John Bernard Schetzsle, 92, Wabash, died at 5:10 a.m. March 7, 2023.

He was born Oct. 9, 1930. On Aug. 12, 1950, he married Carol Joan Denney; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Edward Denney Schetzsle, Corpus Christi, Texas, Christina Snavely Hite, North Webster, Anita Ellen Schetzsle, Peru, Richard Brian Schetzsle, Murfreesboro, Tenn., and Mary Schetzsle Reismeier, Virginia Beach, Va.; 16 grandchildren; and 29 greatgrandchildren.

Services were held March 13 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Wabash. Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, was in charge of arrangements.

Janis Rae Shively

Janis Rae Shively, 86, Warsaw, died March 8, 2023.

She was born May 19, 1936. On May 24, 1952, she married William Shively Sr. He preceded her in death Feb. 25, 2018.

Surviving are her children, Linda Miller and William Shively Jr., both of Syracuse; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 21 great- great-grandchildren.

Services were held March 13 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Oakridge Cemetery.

Doris A. Stafford

Doris A. Stafford, 87, Warsaw, died at 9:40 a.m. March 5, 2023. She was born Dec. 30, 1935. On June 25, 1955, she married James “Jim” Edward Stafford; he survives. Also surviving are sons, Jim Stafford and John Stafford, both of Claypool, and Mitch Stafford, Warsaw; daughter, Diane Crist, Warsaw; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Services were held March 9 at Gospel Hill Church, Silver Lake. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

James E. Stahly

James “Jim” E. Stahly, 79, Warsaw, died March 4, 2023.

He was born Nov. 8, 1943.

Surviving are his children, Shelly Aker and Jason Stahly; stepchildren, Duane Davis, Greg Davis, Jennifer Lease and Dale Davis; 13 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

Services were held March 9 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial was in Leesburg Cemetery.

Morris R. Stewart

Morris R. Stewart, 88, Dewart Lake, died March 5, 2023.

He was born Oct. 23, 1934. On Jan. 25, 1953, he married Kathryn “Jean” Coplen, who preceded him in death.

Surviving are his children, Michael Stewart, Syracuse, John Stewart, Cicero, Eric Stewart, Arnold, Md., David Stewart, Chicago, Ill., and Kathy Anglin, Nappanee; nine grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

No public services are planned at this time. Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse was in charge of arrangements.

Carol Murphy Streator

Carol Murphy Streator, 83, died March 4, 2023.

She was born Oct. 12, 1939. In 1965, she married Jim Streator.

Surviving are sons, Eric Streator, Claypool, and Randy Streator, Batesville; and four grandchildren.

In keeping with Carol’s wishes, no services will be held. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Misty D. Utterback

Misty D. Utterback, 47, Ligonier, died at 4:52 p.m. March 1, 2023.

She was born Dec. 9, 1975. On Nov. 1, 1997, she married William “Bill” Utterback; he survives.

She is also survived by a daughter, Krystal Edsall, Albion; sons, Zachary Gamblin, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Ethan Utterback, Ligonier; many other extended children; seven grandchildren; and brothers, Jeff Fisher, Albion, and Travis Kip, Zanesville, Ohio.

Services were held March 7 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier.

Chad E. Watkins

Chad E. Watkins, 50, Etna Green, died at 8:11 a.m. March 6, 2023.

He was born Oct. 10, 1972.

He is survived by his companion,