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JED A. WILTFONG
KNOX, IN - Jed A. Wiltfong, 59, died Sunday,September 13, 2026 in La Porte, Indiana. He was born November 10, 1966 in Niles, Michigan to the late George H. Wiltfong Sr. and Joyce (Weaver) Escobar. Jed enjoyed off roading, driving his Jeep and spending time with his family. He had worked as a truck driver. He is survived by his companion, Veronica Austin of Knox, one daughter, Lacey Wiltfong of Michigan, two sons: Bradley (Nicola) Austin of Knox and Jed Wiltfong Jr., three grandchildren and one brother, George (Laura) Wiltfong of Kouts, Indiana. No services will be held at this time. Memorials may be made to the funeral home. Arrangements were made by Braman & Son Memorial Chapel in Knox.
JAMES FREDERIC WINEBRENNER
KNOX, IN - James Frederic “Jim” Winebrenner, 62, died Monday, September 14, 2026. He was born December 5, 1963 in Hammond, Indiana to Carrol Lee Winebrenner and Frederick B. Burke. Jim loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed fishing, shooting guns and riding his motorcycle. He worked as a master fabricator at JW Hicks for 25+ years. He was a member of the Knox Masonic Lodge #639 and Brothers of the East Widow’s Sons Motorcycle Club. He is survived by his wife, Dawn, children: Adam (Allison) Winebrenner and Tori (Jordan) Ringer, four grandchildren, his mother, Carrol and siblings: Victoria (Wayne) Pavey, Sherry (Dave) Crocker and Trisha (Derek) Betlejewski. He was preceded in death by his father, Frederick, his step father, Arthur F. Winebrenner and one brother, Art Winebrenner. Friends will be received from 1-4pm on Saturday, October 3, at the Braman & Bailey Funeral Home. Arrangements were made by Braman & Bailey Funeral Home in North Judson, Indiana.
ELLEN MARIE HERMAN
MONTEREY, IN - Ellen Marie Herman, 66, died Friday, January 2, 2026 at her home. She was born October 3, 1959 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Laurence M. and Shirley R. (Leaf) Fox. On June 21, 1986 at Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois, she married James E. “Jim” Herman. He died November 20, 2012. She graduated from Thornridge High School in Dolton, Illinois and attended IU Northwest and became a licensed CNA. She is survived by her children: Lauren A. (Michael) Benavides, Matthew J. Herman and Patrick S. Herman, two grandsons, her fiancé, Stephen R. Braasch, his children: Stephen A. (fiancée Michelle) Braasch and Stephanie R. Braasch and his two grandsons. She was preceded in death by two sisters: Ruth A. Tyderek and Kathleen Fox. A memorial mass was held Saturday, September 19 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church with Rev. Anthony Rowland officiating. Memorials may be made to MakeA-Wish Foundation. Arrangements were made by Frain Mortuary in Winamac, Indiana.
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ARTHUR E. BACHERT
NORTH JUDSON, IN - Arthur E. Bachert, 78, of North Judson, Indiana, was born on December 21, 1947, and passed away on September 15, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Son of Ora and Mabel (Schacht) Bachert of North Judson, Indiana. Art graduated from North Judson High School in 1966. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1970 and is a member of the Knox American Legion Post #131. Art was a lifetime member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in North Judson. He married the love of his life, Christie (Harness) from Knox, Indiana on June 17th, 1972. Art was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and family man who spent his career working as a mechanic. In his free time, Art loved tinkering with cars in his much-anticipated garage, something he had always wanted and greatly enjoyed having. Art also enjoyed sunset golf cart rides, shooting guns, and fishing. He also took pleasure in supporting the local North Judson Fire Department by working on their firetrucks when needed and enjoying their annual fish fry. He is survived by his loving wife, Christie (Harness) Bachert; his son, Brett Bachert and his wife, Krista (Coval) Bachert of Memphis, Tennessee; his daughter, Kim (Bachert) O’Donnell and her husband, Mike of Detroit, Michigan; and his beloved grandchildren, Krysta O’Donnell, Michael O’Donnell, and Emma Bachert. He was preceded in death by his brothers James (Susan) Bachert of North Judson, Raymond (Karen) Bachert of Indianapolis. Surviving is his sister Karen (Bruce) Zimmerman of Knox, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Art’s memory to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church or the North Judson-Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department. Friends will be received 10 AM till time of service at 12 PM CST at St Peters Lutheran church, Saturday, September 19, 2026, Braman & Bailey Funeral Home of North Judson, Indiana is in charge of arrangements. Services were held at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 12 PM CST with Rev. Dan Speckhard officiating. Interment will follow in the Highland Cemetery, North Judson, Indiana.
CAROL K. GUTWEIN
FRANCESVILLE, IN - Carol K. Gutwein, 82, of Francesville, IN passed peacefully on Monday, September 14, 2026 at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville. She was born on January 2, 1944 in Rensselaer, IN to the late Harold and Marie (Knochel) Schieler. After graduating from Remington High School in 1962, she worked at State Farm Insurance and St. Elizabeth Hospital both in Lafayette, IN. On April 16, 1972, she married Philip R. Gutwein in Remington. Carol’s life was marked by a deep love for God and a genuine love for people. She had a special place in her heart for children, her family, her church, her community, and anyone who was lonely or in need. Her life of servanthood is her legacy. She served in countless ways, many of them quiet and unseen. She prepared meals and delivered them to others, cut flowers from her garden to brighten the homes of shut-ins, volunteered freely, taught Sunday school, and opened
her home again and again. Survivors include: Phillip R. Gutwein, Francesville, IN Husband Samuel D. (wife: Carrie) Gutwein, Medaryville, IN Son, Marie A. (husband: Andrew) Kaufmann, Towanda, IL Daughter, Aleksandr Gutwein, 6 grandchildren, Diane (husband: Phil) Isabel, Remington, IN Sister, Sue Schieler, Nappanee, IN Sister-in-law, Ike (wife: Wendy) Schwab, Random Lake, WI Foster Brother, Many Nieces and Nephews Preceded in death by: Willard Schieler, Brother Funeral Services were held Monday, September 21, 2026 at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville with Ministers of the Church officiating. Burial will take place at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville. Memorial Contributions may be made to LifeWise Academy at West Central or Humanitarian Distribution Center. Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Francesville.
GARY DEVON HILTON
LaPorte, IN - Gary Devon Hilton, 71, of LaPorte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born November 21, 1954, in Rensselaer, Indiana, to the late Keith and Betty (Howe) Hilton. Gary graduated from West Central High School in Francesville in 1972. Following high school, he attended Nashville Auto Diesel College in Tennessee, beginning a career that would take him through many different jobs and experiences. In 1994, Gary earned an Associate’s Degree from Purdue University. For 23 years, Gary built his career at Power, Brake and Spring in South Bend, where he was known for his mechanical knowledge, dedication, and hard work. On January 3, 1976, in Medaryville, he married Nancy Ann Coburn. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Nancy (Coburn) Hilton of LaPorte; his children, Jennifer (Brandon) Willford of Rolling Prairie, Christopher Hilton of Brownsburg, and Michelle (Nathan) Yoder of Brownsburg; he has 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was a member of Agape Christian Church in LaPorte, IN for 38 years, where he served faithfully as an Elder, Sunday school teacher, and member of the worship team. Gary was also a member of the Royal Center Masonic Lodge #585 F&AM, recently receiving his Award of Gold. He was preceded in death by his sister, Peggy Haville. Visitation will be held from 4:00– 7:00 PM CDT on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Agape Christian Church, 1601 I St., LaPorte, IN 46350. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM CDT on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Agape Christian Church, 1601 I St., LaPorte, IN 46350. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 PM CDT / 4:00 PM EDT on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at White Post Cemetery, 100 N. 1425 W., Medaryville, IN 47957. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Agape Christian Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Medaryville.
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