THOMAS JOE ROTH
STAR CITY, IN - Thomas Joe Roth, 74, died unexpectedly on Friday, April 11, 2025. He was born August 2, 1950 in Winamac, Indiana to the late Howard William and Opal (Bonnell) Roth. On August 14, 1971, in Pulaski, Indiana, he married June Ellen Thompson.
Tom was a 1968 graduate of Winamac High School. He was a 10 year member of Pulaski County 4-H and was Achievement King in 1969. He attended Purdue University. He was a former 4-H leader for the Indian Creek Livewires. He coached his kids in youth baseball and soccer. He had previously served on the Pulaski County Fair Board and the PulaskiWhite Rural Telephone Cooperative Board. He also had been a Pulaski County Councilman. Most recently, he was serving as Precinct Chairperson for Indian Creek Township. Tom was a member of the Holy Name Society and was a Charter Member and Past President of the Star City Lions Club. He was a lifelong farmer and had also worked at Powers Bros. Mowing Crew, Moyer Grain, Sohigro, Gary Hanson Electric and for Farm Bureau Co-Op for 35 years. He enjoyed sharing the produce from his large garden with family and friends, camping and spending time with his family. He was an avid Purdue football and basketball, a Winamac Warriors and a Chicago White Sox fan.
He is survived by his wife, June, one daughter, Natalie “Nan” Roth of Indianapolis, Indiana, three sons: Joe (Sarah) Roth of Richwood, Texas, Kyle (Chelsea) Roth of Zionsville, Indiana and Wyatt (Stacey) Roth of Indianapolis, nine grandchildren, one sister, Jean (Don) Rife and one brother, Timothy (Melinda) Roth. He was preceded in death by one brother, Lt. Col. John William Roth, USAF Ret. Services were held Wednesday, April 16, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. Dennis Faker officiating. Burial was in the Buck Cemetery in Thornhope, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Star City Lions Club.
Arrangements were made by Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
JAMES R. MANNS
KNOX, IN - James R. Manns, 80, died Wednesday, April 16, 2025 in Knox, Indiana. He was born November 10, 1944 in Salyersville, Kentucky to the late Coy Manns and Willie (Rowe) Russell.
James was a member of the Eagle Creek Church. He enjoyed working in his yard, fishing and spending time with his family. He had worked as a truck driver.
He is survived by his wife, Alma, one son, Kevin (Yvonne) Manns of Nashville, Tennessee, one daughter, Patricia (Dwayne) Roe of Winamac, Indiana, four grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son, Timothy Manns, one great grandson, Waylon Box, two brothers: Harold and Charles “Good Boy” Manns and one sister, Sue Dell Manns.
Services were held Tuesday, April 22 at the Braman & Son Memorial Chapel with Pastor Diana Riddle officiating. Burial was in the Highland Cemetery in North Judson, Indiana. Contributions may be made to the family.
Arrangements were made by Braman & Son Memorial Chapel in Knox.
DANIELLE M. GRIGSBY
KNOX, IN - Danielle M. Grigsby, 44, died Thursday, April 17, 2025 at her home. She was born September 6, 1980 in Chicago, Illinois to Stanley and Marcelle Grigsby.
Danielle loved crafting, especially making holiday decorations and going out to eat.
She is survived by her husband, Aaron Muffley, one daughter, Alexis Allen, her mother, Marcelle, all of Knox and siblings: Dawn Salazar, Jason Grigsby and Erik Grigsby, all of Illinois, Brandie Grigsby of Florida and Jeffery Grigsby of Michigan.
Services were held Monday, April 21 at M.C. Smith Funeral Home.
Arrangements were made by M.C. Smith Funeral Home in Knox.
ROBERT HUTTON
KNOX, IN - Robert Hutton, 61, died Thursday, April 10, 2025. He was born June 21, 1963 in East Chicago, Indiana to Ronald Hutton and June Hoene. On December 24, 1997, he married Debbie Littleton.
Robert loved stock car racing (both driving them and watching NASCAR), traveling and attending concerts.
He is survived by his wife, Debbie, one daughter, Diana McCrum, his mother, June, three grandchildren, two stepsons: Matthew and Mark Hart and siblings: Cindy, Ron, Chrissy, B.J. and Jason. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald and two brothers: John and Mike.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, April 26 from 1-3pm CT at the First Christian Church in Knox.
Arrangements were made by M.C. Smith Funeral Home in Knox.
PAUL EDWARD SMITH, JR.
ROCHESTER, IN - FORMERLY OF MONTEREY, IN - Paul Edward “Doc” Smith, Jr., 64, died Thursday, April 17, 2025. He was born February 28, 1961 in Logansport, Indiana. On October 14, 2007, in Rochester, he married Alma Omecnol.
Doc was a 1979 graduate of Culver Community High School. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He worked as a delivery driver for Dean Foods in Rochester until they closed in 2015. After retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family and sharing his love for collectibles with them. He was an avid fan of Batman, Godzilla and Jackie Chan. He loved his family and his Lord.
He is survived by his wife, Alma, two daughters: Julie (Robert) Heien of Bedford, Texas and Megan (Gary) Copelan of Cleburne, Texas, two grandsons, his mother, Helena C. (Weaver) Smith Repp of Monterey, two sisters: Debra Armstrong of Winamac, Indiana and Carol (Todd) Hartle of Warsaw, Indiana, three brothers: Daniel (Jennifer) Smith of Monterey, Christopher (Tabitha) Smith of Delong, Indiana and Omer (fiancée Shanon) Smith of Rochester and two step brothers: Robert Repp of Plymouth, Indiana and Larry Repp of Bremen, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his step father, Leonard J. Repp.
In Loving Memory of Our husband, dad, papaw and father-in-law, Harold Russell
August, 24, 1931~April 19, 2004
Each day we look to Heaven.
Each day we call your name.
Each day just feels so different. It hasn’t been the same.
Each day we always question, we often wonder why?
You had to go away from us, Our angel in the sky.
We keep you in our memories, since we’ve been apart, and we’ll always have a part of you locked safetly in our hearts.
Always loved, Wife Elvira
Andrea, Adam, Addison Harold, Lexie, Chad, Zealin & Memphis
Visitation will be from 4-8pm EDT on Wednesday, April 23 at Frain Mortuary. Funeral services will be held at 11am EDT on Thursday, April 24 at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Riverside Memorial Cemetery in Monterey. Memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o Alma Smith.
Arrangements were made by Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
ANTHONY ROY ROSE
KNOX, IN - Anthony Roy “Tony” Rose, 65, died Saturday, April 19, 2025 in Knox. He was born June 10, 1959 in Knox to Keith and Patricia (Woods) Rose. On February 24, 1979 in Grovertown, Indiana, he married Patricia “Patty” Singleton.
Tony was a member of the Knox American Legion. He enjoyed riding horses, going to yard sales, being outdoors, coon hunting, spending time with his family and his dog. He had worked as a dye setter.
He is survived by his wife, Patty, one son, Anthony “TJ” Rose II, two daughters: Amber (Eric) Rose and April (Bob) Butler, all of Knox, seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren and siblings: Rusty (Cindy) Rose and Dawn Rose, both of Knox. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia and one brother, William Rose.
Friends will be received from 10am till time of service at 1pm on Wednesday, April 23 at Braman & Son Memorial Chapel with Rev. Bruce Bennett officiating. Burial will be in the Eagle Creek Cemetery in Knox. Contributions may be made to the family.
Arrangements were made by Braman & Son Memorial Chapel in Knox.
