O BITUARIES

Betty Catherine Rentschler

A Farmer’s Wife

Betty Catherine Rentschler, 97, Rochester, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Logansport.

She was born Aug. 7, 1925, in Fulton County, the daughter of the late Thomas and Gracie (Lowe) Sanders. On April 24, 1943, she married Howard C. Rentschler. They were married for 77 years before his passing Feb. 19, 2021.

Throughout her life, with Howard by her side, they worked together milking cows, laying hens, swine, and farming the land they loved. In their later years, Betty and Howard enjoyed wintering in Florida and soaking up the sun.

Left behind to cherish her memories are two daughters, Rhea Wiley and Renee (Bill Eber) Lemaster; grandson, Terry (Tina) Lawson, Fulton; and two granddaughters, Rena Grube and Renna Lemaster, both of rural Fulton County.

She was preceded in death by three sisters.

Per her request there will be no visitation. A private family service will take place and burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity.

People may sign her guestbook and leave condolences for her family at www.gundrumcares.com.

Lois G. Mathias

Former Machine Operator

Lois G. Mathias, 89, Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 10:05 p.m. Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

She was born July 4, 1933, in Fulton County to Ralph and Mabel Polley Alderfer. Growing up, she shared her childhood with two sisters and a brother. Proudly, she graduated from Richland High School with the class of 1951.

On July 13, 1951, Lois and Rawland Dale Kamp were married. Their union produced three children, and they later divorced. On April 6, 1985, Lois and John B. Mathias were married. Sadly, he passed away Oct. 30, 1989.

With a great dedication, she was a machine operator for Moore Business Forms. In her free time, she created beautiful, embroidered gifts for family and friends. She enjoyed playing cards, especially rummy and euchre. Working word search puzzles was a way she kept sharp.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Elaine Shidler, Rochester; two sons, Dennis Kamp (Nan), Rochester; Randy Kamp (Ann), Goshen; five grandchildren, Emily Kamp and companion, Jeffrey Kirkland; Joshua (Kate) Kamp; Adam (Kelly) Shidler; Brent (Dana) Shidler; Kyle (Kate) Kamp; 10 great-grandchildren, Makenzie Kamp, Hunter Kamp, Cash Shidler, Trace Shidler, Camden Shidler, June Shidler, Madison Kamp, Dillion Kamp, Finley Kamp, Rebel Kamp, with another blessing due to arrive August 2023; sister, Wanda “Peg” Arthur, Akron; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death are her parents; husband; infant son, Max Dale Kamp; sister, Doris Alderfer; brother, Robert (Betty) Alderfer; son-in-law, Garry Shidler, and a brother-in-law, Harvey Arthur.

A celebration of the life was Tuesday, May 16, in Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester. Chaplain Jason See officiated. Interment will be in the Richland Center Cemetery. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to her family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.

Marsha Gene Davis

Marsha

Gene (Justus) Davis, 75, Plymouth , formerly of Argos, died at 2:10 a.m. May 6, 2023, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth.

She was born on Oct. 23, 1947.

She is survived by her daughter, Ronda L.(Jeff) Rice, Argos; son, Craig Davis, Nappanee; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sisters, Judith Justus, Argos, and Lea Ann Chamberlin, Plymouth.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Harley A. and Rachel Eleanor (Richardson) Justus.

Services were held May 11, in the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, 208 N. Michigan St., Argos, with Chaplain Tim Lee.

Private Graveside services were held at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

Memorial contributions may be made to, Marshall County Humane Society, P.O. Box 22, Plymouth, IN 46563

Arrangements have been entrusted with the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Tiffanie Marley

Tiffanie Marley, 27, Plymouth , died Wednesday, May 3, 2023.

She was born on Jan. 9, 1996.

She is survived by her parents, Ryan and Chastity Marley, Plymouth; son, Ziggie Lee Yanez; siblings, Zakaria (Stephanie) Clevenger, Rochester, Kaylie (Justin) Cunningham, Lakeville; aunts, Brandy “Scoops” (Joshua) Yeazel, Suzanne Marley, Erica Marley and Ginny Nichols; uncle, Sean Marley; maternal grandmother, Linda Clevenger; paternal grandmother, Sandra Gerrish; several cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Larry Clevenger.

A celebration of her life will be held June 10 at the Yeazel home, Plymouth. Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Kewanna.

Thank You

Many thanks to all for the cards, flowers and kind words at the passing of our dear husband, father and grandfather, Ivan Henderson.

Good Family Funeral Home for their kindness, thoughtfulness and professionalism they give you and a personal touch.

Pastor Kurt Nichols for officiating the service, it was perfect, with many memories of his life and such a great tribute.

The church ladies for the delicious luncheon for our family.

We will never forget all the love that has been shown to the family.

Memories of love and friendship are treasures we will carry with us always. Pat

Henderson

Tammy L. Haunn

Tammy L. Haunn, 50, Winamac, died May 6, 2023, in Porter Regional Hospital, Valparaiso.

She was born on April 4, 1973.

She is survived by her companion, Paul Luecht, Winamac; daughters, Kristy M. Haunn, Lacrosse, Wis., Kayla R. Haunn, Delaware, Ohio, Kasidi S. (Pablo Torrico Alvarez) Haunn, Sylvania, Ohio; two grandchildren; father, Francis (Debbie) Owens; stepfather, Darrell Jordan; half siblings, Jaymee and Taylor; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Julie (Sweeney) Owens Jordan.

The family will host a memorial gathering at a later date.

Tributes may be offered at www. frainmortuary.com.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary,Winamac.

Virginia Marie

Virginia Marie Ashby, 92, Silver Lake, died May 11, 2023, in her home. She was born on July 4, 1930. On June 23, 1951 she married Charles Foster Ashby, who preceded her in death on April 7, 2000.

She is survived by her children, Steve Ashby, Fort Wayne, Danny (Betty) Ashby, Akron, Glen Ashby, Florida, Bobby Ashby, Warsaw, John Ashby, Bargersville, and Edgar (Carol) Ashby, California, Helen (Tony) Middleton, Silver Lake, Teri (Tony) Monce, Silver Lake, Janine (Troy) Hoskins, Warsaw, and Sandy (David) Smith, Elyria, Ohio; sister, Doris Zimmerman, North Carolina; 28 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Edgar Arno and Hazel (York) Ellis; son, Ronald Lee Ashby; brothers, Dave Ellis, John Ellis, Lee Ellis, and Hal Ellis; sister, Julia Taylor; grandson, Andrew Ashby; one granddaughter, Glenna I. Waldenville; and great-grandson, Paul Roth III.

Services were held May 16, in McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, with Pastor Dave Cox officiating. Interment took place following the funeral service in Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake.

Memorial contributions may be made to Silver Lake Wesleyan Church, 106 Walnut St., Silver Lake, IN 46982.

Helen L. Peters

Helen L. Peters, 94, Winamac, died May 9, 2023, in Hickory Creek, Winamac.

She was born on Oct. 8, 1928. On Dec. 5, 1948, she married Willard H. Peters, who preceded her in death Sept. 14, 2019.

She is survived by her daughters, Connie (Don) Reid, Star City, Joan (Ray) Schultz, Medaryville, and Linda (Dan) Ruhl, Star City; 11 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; a great-greatgranddaughter; several nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Carroll H. and Esther K. (Wiesjahn) Skinner; infant greatgrandson,Will Powlen; brothers, Harry C. (Belva) Skinner, and Marion G. (Leona) Skinner.

Services were held May 16, in Pleasant Hill Lake Bruce Community Church, Lake Bruce, with Chaplain Todd Wilson officiating. Interment took place following the funeral service in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Lake Bruce.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery Maintenance Fund or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Tributes may be offered at www. frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary,Winamac.

Karla Sue Bellmer

Karla Sue Bellmer, 60, died Tuesday, May 9, 2023, in her home.

She was born on Nov. 19, 1962. On June 28, 2012, she married Terry Bellmer, he survives. She is also survived by her daughters, Eliana (Drew) Wethey, Johnstown, Ohio, Stephanie (James) Davolio, Lithopolis, Ohio; sons, Mark Bellmer, Sedalia, Mo., Joseph (Beth) Bellmer, Lancaster, Ohio; sisters, Sandy Manuwal, Plymouth, Jackie (David) Wright,Plymouth; brother-in-law, Rich Larson, Franklin, Ohio; nine grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmo and Virginia (Burden) Phelps; sister, Vicki Larson; and brother-in-law, Jim Manuwal.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, May 18, in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. A memorial service will immediately follow with Life Celebrant James Smart officiating.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Bread of Life Food Pantry, 6770 N Michigan St. Plymouth, IN 46563.

Charles ‘Charlie’ Jackson Rochester High School graduate

Charles “Charlie” Jackson, 52, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 1:32 a.m. Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born May 17, 1970, in Rochester to Donald Ray and Carole Louise Ogle Jackson. Growing up, he shared his childhood with a sister, Elizabeth. He was member of the class of 1989 at Rochester High School.

Even though he hardly ever caught anything, he loved to go fishing in the area watering holes. Many will remember him cruising around town on his power chair. While at home, he enjoyed cooking. His spaghetti and meatballs were delightful and his cheesecake was mouth-watering. He collected Star Wars memorabilia and was an avid Star Wars fan.

For several years, he worked at Kroger’s in a variety of roles. He enjoyed meeting new people as a cashier at Kroger’s. He attended St. John Lutheran Church of Rochester. His most favorite title was Uncle Charlie as he loved spending time with Sophia and Wyatt.

Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Carole Dale; sister, Elizabeth Mae (Michael) Kapp; niece, Sophia Kapp; nephew, Wyatt Kapp, all of Rochester; grandmother, Gracie Jackson, Akron; roommate, Cheryl Hamilton; canine companion, Dobbie Minerva, a Chihuahua, and his feline companion, Luna, a black, domestic short hair.

Preceding him in death are his father, Donald Jackson; grandparents, Delores and John Ogle, and great-grandparents, Maye and Charlie Ogle.

A celebration of the life for Jackson will be at noon Thursday, May 18, in Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Pastor Jim Dillinger will officiate. Friends may visit with the family two hours prior to the service in the funeral home. Interment will be in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to his family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.