Obituaries
Everett E. Kopka
May 1, 2021
85 year old, Everett E. Kopka, of Winamac, passed away May 1, 2021.
On August 28, 1935, Everett was born in Jefferson Township, Indiana, to Milo and Mary (Krohn) Kopka. Everett married the love of his life, Reba (Tanner) Kopka on May 19, 1956 at the Medaryville Christian Church. Everett was a Truck Driver/Mechanic, and was self-employed. He drove for...
Mary K Pescetto
Apr 30, 2021
90 year old, ‘Aunt’ Mary K. Pescetto, of DeMotte, passed away April 30, 2021, at Oak Grove Christian Village.
On September 16, 1930, Mary was born to Robert J. Nixon Sr. and Wilhelmina (Camp) Nixon, in Peoria, Illinois. Mary was married to the late Anthony “Tony” Pescetto. She attended the DeMotte United Methodist Church. Mary loved to baby sit little...
Edith J. Nist
Apr 27, 2021
95 year old, Edith J. Nist of Monticello, passed away April 27, 2021.
On September 5, 1925, Edith was born to Edmond and Ida (Foreman) Perry, in Herscher, Illinois. She married her husband, Paul Nist on December 14, 1974 in Remington, Indiana. Edith was a bookkeeper and a Stanley – home representative/saleswoman for 50+ years. Edith loved to crochet, creating...
Michael Dyniewski
Apr 24, 2021
69 year old, Michael Dyniewski of Texas, formerly of Wheatfield, passed away April 24, 2021.
On March 19, 1952, Michael was born to Chester and June (Hetrick) Dyniewski. Michael married the love of his life, Chirstine LaPatkin on August 17, 1974. Mike attended Hebron High School. He worked at the steel mill for 35 years. He loved playing games and...
Kernie Sexton
Apr 23, 2021
71 year old, Kernie Sexton, of Wheatfield, passed away April 23, 2021, at his home with his loving family around him.
On April 13, 1950, Kernie was born to Clarence and Sussana (Magger) Sexton in Velcco, Kentucky. Kernie married the love of his life, Barbara Martin, on June 28, 1974, in Cedar Lake, Indiana. Kernie worked for U.S. Steel, Gary...
Brad Alan Recker
Apr 15, 2021
49 year old, Brad Alan Recker, of Knox, formerly of DeMotte, passed away April 15, 2021.
On October 2, 1971, Brad was born to Roger Recker and Donna (Poisel) Mier, in Valparaiso, Indiana. Brad was a GM automotive sales manager. He was an avid baseball fan as well as an all-star pitcher for the Kankakee Valley Kougars. He was inducted...
Paul D Bovenkerk
Apr 8, 2021
78 year old, Paul D. Bovenkerk, of Rensselaer, formerly of Wheatfield & DeMotte, passed away April 8, 2021, with his loving wife at his side.
On February 18, 1943, Paul was born in Rensselaer, Indiana to Casper and Maggie (Van Der Molen) Bovenkerk. He graduated from DeMotte High School and worked as a brick/block layer for DeMotte Masonary for several...
Aime A Lemrise
Apr 5, 2021
73 year old, Aime A. Lemrise, of DeMotte, passed away at his home, April 5, 2021.
On September 6, 1947, Aime was born to Aime L. and Bibiane C. (Hubert) Lemrise, in Chicago, Illinois. Aime served in the U.S. Air Force. He was an electric motor repairman by trade. He attended St. Augusta Catholic Church of Lake Village. Aime’s special...
Hazel D. Risner
Mar 27, 2021
74 year old, Hazel D. Risner, of Rensselaer, passed away March 27, 2021.
On July 27, 1946, Hazel was born to Homer and Cleda (Sallee) Caudill, in Knox, Indiana. Hazel married the love of her life, Eldon Risner, on February 12, 1966, in Jasper County, Indiana.
She loved to cook, garden, and work in her flower beds. Hazel also help...
Mirlin Dobson
Mar 25, 2021
74 year old, Mirlin Dobson, of Wheatfield, passed away March 25, 2021.
On November 4, 1946, Mirlin was born to Cleveland and Flora (Conley) Wireman in Rensselaer, Indiana. Mirlin enjoyed gardening and canning the produce.
Mirlin is survived by her siblings: George (Merlene) Wireman, Gordon (Sarah) Wireman, Kelly ‘Bud’ Wireman, Lucky (Earlene) Wireman, Dennis (Shirley) Wireman, and Marlene Stafford.
Mirlin...
Jean M Bierma
Mar 22, 2021
92 year old, Jean M. Bierma, of DeMotte, formerly of Wheatfield, passed away March 22, 2021 at her home in DeMotte with her loving family around.
On July 1, 1928, Jean was born to Christopher and Wilhelmina (Vorst) Jonkman in Lafayette, Indiana. Jean married the love of her life, Harry Bierma, on December 1, 1949, in Momence, Illinois. Jean was...
Suzanne K Van Oort
Mar 19, 2021
60 year old, Suzanne K. Van Oort, of DeMotte, passed away March 19, 2021.
On April 11, 1960, Suzanne was born in Holland, Michigan to Lester and Jane (Van Keppel) Van Oort. Sue worked at Roselawn Nursing home. Suzanne loved to watch all of the local sporting events. She also enjoyed playing pool.
Suzanne is survived by her father: Lester,...
George Allen
Mar 15, 2021
87 year old, George Allen, of Wheatfield, passed away March 15, 2021.
On December 28, 1933, George was born to Beckham and Lillie (Davis) Allen, in Elmrock, Kentucky. George married the love of his life, Phyllis (Miller) Allen on November 12, 1955, in Rensselaer, Indiana. George was a maintenance worker for Paliter Corporation, in Michigan City. He attended Wheatfield Pentecostal Church...
Orville Carter
Mar 13, 2021
62 year old, Orville Carter Jr., of Wheatfield, passed away March 13, 2021.
On October 10, 1958, Orville was born in Rensselaer, Indiana to, Orville & Essie (Wireman) Carter. In 1977, Orville married the love of his life, Vinia (Conley) Carter, in Rensselaer. Orville’s favorite job was operating a Roll-back, for Towing & Recovery Companies.
Orville is survived by his...
Brenda Joyce MacKillop
Mar 10, 2021
70 year old, Brenda Joyce MacKillop, of San Pierre, was escorted into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 10, 2021.
On May 28, 1950, Brenda was born to Elmer and Alice Joyce (Nance) Miller in Norfolk, Virginia. In 1972 she represented the Commonwealth of Virginia as Miss Virginia and was awarded the Miss Photogenic...
Barry Ryan Reynolds
Mar 7, 2021
35 year old, Barry Ryan Reynolds, of Hobart passed away March 7, 2021.
On May 14, 1985, Barry Ryan was born in Rensselaer, Indiana, to Barry J. Reynolds and Carol (Robinson) Reynolds. Barry worked construction. He was in the US Army National Guard Reserves. Barry enjoyed nature and going to the beach.
Barry Ryan is survived by his parents: mother:...
Cordelia Boersma
Mar 7, 2021
95 year old, Cordelia Boersma, of Rittman, Ohio, formerly of Francesville, Indiana, passed away March 7, 2021.
On August 29, 1925, Cordelia was born to Gerbrand and Mary (Tanis) Kooy, in DeMotte, Indiana. Cordelia graduated from DeMotte High School, and was Valedictorian of her class. She married the love of her life, William ‘Bill’ Boersma on March 20, 1945, in...
Douglas A Wilson
Mar 6, 2021
62 year old, Douglas A. Wilson, of Knox, Indiana, passed away at his home with his loving family around him.
On September 7, 1958, Doug was born to Felix and Laura (Wineland) Wilson in Hammond, Indiana. Doug was a union carpenter and a member of the Son’s of American Legion Post #92 in North Judson.
Doug is survived by his...
James 'Tony' DeVos
Mar 6, 2021
James A “Tony” DeVos, formerly of Wheatfield, passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021.
He was born April 15, 1961, in Blue Island, Illinois to James A and Sandra (Burns) DeVoss. Tony was a retired police officer having worked at the Valparaiso and Jasper County Sheriff’s Department from 2002-2014. He was a member of Sorrowful Mother’s Catholic Church, Porter Masonic Lodge,...
Harry D. Waddle Sr.
Mar 3, 2021
84 year old, Harry D. Waddle Sr., of Francesville, passed away March 3, 2021 with his loving family around him.
On May 10 1936, in Salyersville, Kentucky, Harry was born to John and Madalene (Conley) Waddle. Harry served in the U.S. Air Force, and worked at U.S. Can as a coil line operator. He married the love of his life,...
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