Good Neighbors

Good Neighbors is a column in which readers share friendly advice. To ask or answer questions, write ‘the PAPER’, Good Neighbors, P.O. Box 188, Milford, IN 46542; fax 800-886-3796; or e-mail abias@the-papers.com. Please no phone calls.

Editor’s Note: The Good Neighbors column is for people looking for hard-to-find or old items or for people seeking advice, not for items you can find in a local store or sell through the help of a classified ad.

This column will now run every other week. —o—

Birds and Blooms magazines

Good neighbors: Anyone who may like Birds and Blooms magazines, I have a very nice threering notebook made by Birds and Blooms in which the magazines can be stored. It holds many at one time. If you are interested, I am willing to give this up to someone willing to come pick it up. I live in the Wakarusa area. Reply through this column. —

A reader

Free kitten

Good neighbors: Free young kitten, tortoise shell, indoor or outdoor, tame and friendly. Call (574) 382-3223 (town of Macy).

Noritake dishes

Good neighbors: To the person asking about Noritake dishes, Edwardian rose pattern. Go to eBay. There are some for sale there. — A neighbor

New questions

Christmas tree instructions — I am wanting to have a “party” for friends where we can get together to make those Christmas trees with costume jewelry. What I really need is the instructions or directions. How to glue velvet on wood? Also, what kind of velvet? Thick? How to hold jewelry on? Any and all help is appreciated. If you have done this and have any pieces or parts left over I could have or I would gladly buy, please let me know. Call Vickie at (574) 596-1745 anytime.

Cards/calendar pictures — Is there anyone in the Wakarusa/Nappanee area interested in cards, calendar pictures, etc., who uses them to make crafts, cards, etc? I have some I would like to share, so they can be crafted, reused. Reply through this column. — A reader

Zipper replacement — Looking for someone to replace a zipper on a purse. Reply through this column. — A neighbor

Craftsman mowers — I’m looking for old Craftsman mowers I can haul away for free. I need parts to fix my old junker. Call (260) 215-1445.

Book/game instructions — Would any good neighbor have book No. 3 from “My Bible Friends?” They cannot be bought separately and we have Book 3 missing. Also, we need the directions to a Sorry game. Would anybody have that? Call (574) 646-1007.

Glass jars — We are looking for gallon-size glass jars with lids and wide mouth canning jars; pints and quart size. Wiling to pay a reasonable price for jars in good condition. Call (574) 773-0505.

Candle wax — Do you make candles? We have candle wax and honeycomb wax, used wax of various colors, molds, dipping rack, wicking and warming pans. Free for picking up. Call (574) 8757990.

Avon replenishing cream — I need to restock my supply of Avon Solutions Nutura replenishing cream. I have been unable to find it on avon. com. If anyone knows a source for this product or any Avon rep in the north Warsaw area who is able to help me, please call/text (574) 265-7143 or reply through the column. — A faithful reader plans to change the name. other Chamberlain, Alexander, was a hotel owner.

Continued from page 1 hot dogs,” he remembered, and he enjoyed them along with some of his first glasses of beer.

Jesse was the son of Chester Chamberlain, an extremely colorful character deserving of his own biopic. Chester came west from New Jersey and was educated at Notre Dame University before embarking on adventures in Colorado, which included being captured by Comanche Indians.

He later served in the 46th Indiana Regiment in the Civil War and was involved in the siege of Vicksburg. His wife, Sarah Swartwood, had parents living in Fulton County, where he settled and served as Rochester’s postmaster.

The Chamberlain clan also produced a renowned modern sculptor, John Chamberlain, who was born in Rochester in 1927, though most of his youth was spent in Chicago with his grandparents. His work can be found in museums around the world.

Bill Willard, husband of local historian Shirley Willard, is related to the Chamberlain’s by marriage. “My grandpa used to do janitor work there in the 1940s,” he said. Willard recalled hearing stories of how Chamberlain’s employees “used to bartend on roller skates.”

“They used to sell delicious

When Smith started bartending at Putt’s around 12 years ago, it was strongly identified as a “biker bar.” Since taking over, Smith has introduced a “different atmosphere,” mostly by indulging her love of music, with live performers every other week and regular karaoke nights. She is also continuing the area’s long billiards tradition with regular pool tournaments.

Chamberlain’s was once known for its ceiling tiles, which were covered with signatures left by several decades of denizens. Smith has revived this tradition. Eventually, she also

Nevertheless, the establishment remains “biker friendly.” Smith is a proud ABATE member and will continue its traditions and fundraising activities. She remains loyal to the many customers who have been loyal to her. And she has fond memories of her days tending bar.

“It’s a lot of fun being able to say what you want and make people smile,” she commented. “You have to have a tough skin — you can’t be offended easily — but also be kind and treat everyone the same.”

For more information on Putt’s Bar and Grill, including upcoming events, visit facebook. com/puttsbar and puttsbarandgrill.com.

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Norma Jean Vedder

Lifetime Area Resident

Norma Jean (Townsend) Vedder, 89, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2023, at Chase Center in Logansport after a lengthy illness.

Born in Fulton County on May 16, 1933, she was the daughter of Walter and Mary (Wheadon) Townsend. As president of her class, Norma Jean graduated from Macy High School in 1951. Norma and Eugene Vedder were married on March 28, 1954. They shared 69 years of life’s adventures.

A lifetime resident of Rochester, she co-owned, managed and worked in many local eating establishments alongside Gene, including the Lakeside Inn for over 25 years, then later the Elks, Moose, Townsend’s IGA and Akron Country Kitchen. Norma loved sharing her culinary dishes with family, friends and customers, including her famous Swiss steak, fried chicken, noodles, salads, pies and yeast rolls. She also loved getting into Gene’s fishing hot spots while on family vacations to Wisconsin and Minnesota. Norma was a longtime member of the Rochester First Baptist Church.

Left to cherish Norma Jean’s memory are her husband, Gene; two daughters, Sandra Vedder (companion, Dan Shriver) of Rochester and Kathy Ford (Shawn) of Camden; two sons, Steven (Traci) of Mountain Home, Idaho, and Kevin (Holly) of Cookeville, Tenn.; three grandchildren, Stephen (Tanya), Shelby and Riley Robertson (Justin); two great-grandchildren, Stephen and Tanis; a younger brother, Jack Townsend; and younger sister, Carol Bitterling.

Preceding Norma in death are her parents; brothers, Robert and Harold; and sisters, Mary Katherine Gast and Donna Overlander.

A celebration of the life of Norma Jean Vedder will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 23, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends may visit with the family from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Dr. Mark Spencer will officiate. Interment will be in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.

Wayne D. Thorrington

Good, Sweet, Solitary Giant

Former Fulton resident, Wayne DeWitt Thorrington, 51, Ayden, N.C., passed away unexpectedly at 9:41 a.m. Saturday, March 11, 2023.

Born on Nov. 6, 1971, in Rochester, Wayne DeWitt Thorrington was the treasured son of James F. and Virginia A. Mills Thorrington. Growing up, he shared his childhood with three sisters. In 1990, he graduated from Caston High School.

Wayne dedicated his life to nourishing and caring for residents of assisted living facilities. He lived a simple life and impacted all he came into contact with. His motto was to “do what makes you happy and forget everything else.” Wayne found joy in the little things like a written word, the weather, nature, the stars in the sky, a burning fire, coffee, cookies, dark humor, his spirit animals: wolves and dragons, and above all else, love. He was a good, sweet, solitary giant with a heart of gold and will be sorely missed by all who loved him.

Left to cherish Wayne’s memory is his son, Tristan Thorrington, Paris, Miss.; domestic partner, Holli N. Staats, Ayden, N.C.; mother, Ginny Thorrington, Kokomo; sisters, Lonnie Markley, Tonnie Vigar, Peru, and Jodi May, Kokomo; nieces and nephews, Kirsten Courtner, Butler, Tenn., Nic (Ashley) May, Shailea (Jessica) May, Kokomo, Zach (Kyrsten) Vigar and Derek Vigar, Denver; great-nieces and nephews, Haylee (Simon) Guy, Matthew and Jacob Courtner, Jalen, Joshua, Mischalay and Nicholas Jr. May and Everhett Vigar; great-great-niece, Oakley Guy; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Preceding Wayne in death are his paternal grandparents, Emmett and Forrest Thorrington; maternal grandparents, Wayne and Mildred Mills; father, Jim Thorrington; nephew, Matt Stout; and brothers-in-law, Franklin (Tiny) Filbey and Jeff Markley.

A celebration of the life of Wayne Thorrington will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends may visit with his family an hour prior to his services.

Online expressions of sympathy may be made to Wayne’s family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.

James F. Cook

James F. Cook, 93, Kimmell , died Sunday, March 12, 2023, at his residence.

He was born March 24, 1929.

On April 12, 1947, he married Thelma Stingley. She preceded him in death Dec. 8, 2010.

Surviving are his children, Judy Clayton, Kimmell, Larry (Katie) Cook, Albion, and Peggy (Kenneth) Strock, Kimmell; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; brothers, Howard (Carolyn) Cook, Rochester, and George (Carolyn) Cook, New Haven; and sisters, Hazel Ann (Roscoe) Goings, South Whitley, and Jane (Gary) Champ, Lucerne.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Zella (Carter) Cook; and siblings, AJ Cook, Art Cook, Estella Eads, Phyllis Rautenkranz, Barbara Hudson, Betty Coldren and Annette George. Services were held Thursday, March 16, at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Family and friends were received from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 15, at the funeral home as well as one hour prior to the funeral on Thursday. Burial took place at Sparta Cemetery in Kimmell.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or ProMedica Hospice, 2720 Dupont Commerce Court No. 210, Forty Wayne, IN 46825.

Yeager Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories and condolences maybe shared with the family online at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com.

Regina Null

Regina Null, 69, Rochester , died at 2:42 p.m. Friday, March 10, 2023, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne.

She was born July 21, 1953. In 1977, she married Dennis Null, who preceded her in death in 2003.

Survivors include her daughters, Shelly Miller, Rochester, and Tracey Emerson, Kokomo; sons, Robert Lung, Rochester, and Chad Null, Rochester; and brother, Johnny Williams, Columbus, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her parents and six siblings.

No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh. com.

Kenneth R. Muncy

Kenneth R. Muncy, 84, Bremen, died at 6:10 p.m. Monday, March 13, 2023, at his residence after an extended illness.

He was born March 1, 1939. On Sept. 6, 1959, he married Charlene D. Grossman. She preceded him in death June 3, 2012. He later married Donna Hundt on Aug. 16, 2016, and she preceded him in death Jan. 1, 2021.

Surviving are his two children, Susan (Tim) Montague, Bremen, and Scott (Lisa) Muncy, Lafayette; six grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; a sister, Shirley Boone, Rochester; and a sister-in-law, Barbara Muncy, Bloomington.

Kenneth was also preceded in death by his parents, Estil and Marie (Voirin) Muncy; a grandson; and a brother, Art Muncy.

Visitation was held from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, March 18, at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, with a funeral service starting at 11 a.m. Burial followed in Bremen Cemetery with military rites.

Memorial contributions in Ken’s name can be given to The Center for Hospice Care, Mishawaka.

Jennifer D. Brewer

Jennifer D. Brewer, 50, died Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at home. She was born July 6, 1972. On April 25, 2011, she married Brian Brewer; he survives.

Also surviving are her parents, John (Norma) Lucas, Argos; mother, Linda Nolte, Rochester; children, Mitchel (Emily) Deon, Greenville,Wis., Megan Deon, Indianapolis, and Colin (Jaz) Deon, Carmel; stepchildren, Patrick (Courtney) Middleton, Maryland, Brian Brewer, Teegarden, and Rebecca Brewer, South Bend; sister, Michele (Kevin) Vanlue, Plymouth; stepbrother, Chris Robertson; stepsisters, Denise Shawver and Laura Tolle; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her stepfather, David Nolte; and stepbrother, Jeff Robertson.

Per the wishes of the family, a celebration of life will take place at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Marshall County Humane Society, 11165 13th Road, Plymouth, IN 46563 or to Riley’s Children’s Foundation, 500 N. Meridian St. #100, Indianapolis, IN 46204.

William R. Maxwell

William R. “Bill” Maxwell, 85, Winamac , died Thursday, March 16, 2023, at Northwest Health Hospital in LaPorte.

He was born April 14, 1937. On Oct. 19, 1957, he married Judith D. “Judy” Wignall. She preceded him in death April 9, 2012.

Surviving are daughters, Connie D. Perkins, Winamac, and Becky J. Havard, Lake Station; a son, George E. Maxwell, Winamac; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Jackie (Bud) Bishop and Melodee Martin; and several nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by his father, William L. Maxwell; his mother, Helen W. (Riley) Bundy; stepfather, Harvey E. Bundy; and brother, George Noel Maxwell.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. EDT Saturday, March 25, at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to Pulaski County Human Services Food Pantry.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Nancy Joann Gordon

Nancy

Joann Gordon, 80, Logansport , died Thursday, March 16, 2023, in Logansport.

She was born Feb. 27, 1943.

Surviving are two daughters, Mary (Mark) Babb, Twelve Mile, and Eileen (Brian) Beck, Logansport; two sons, Charles Edwin (Diana) Leydet, Rochester, and Shane Jones, Logansport; sister, Sue Ann Fellers, Kewanna; six grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren; one great-greatgrandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding Nancy in death is daughter, Jennielee Leydet; granddaughter, Marisa Beck; seven brothers; and four sisters.

A celebration of life was held Monday, March 20, at Gundrum Funeral Home. Burial followed in Ever-Rest Memorial Park.

You may send online condolences at www.gundrumcares.com.

Thomas J. Richards Jr.

Thomas J. Richards Jr., 43, Rochester, died at 1:45 a.m. Friday, March 10, 2023, at his residence.

He was born Feb. 7, 1980. On Dec. 6, 2019, he married Kristy Fields; she survives.

He is also survived by a brother, Michael (Marina) Richards, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Laurie Richards Sr. No services are scheduled at this time.

Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, line