Obituaries
In the tapestry of life, some threads stand out more vividly than others, weaving a story of resilience, kindness, and leadership. Don Galbreath is a name that will resonate with reverence and admiration in the history of Winamac, as he left an indelible mark on our community and the world. As we...
Donald E. Galbreath, 91, of Winamac and Columbus, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, at the Belmont Health and Rehabilitation Center in Columbus.
Born on April 2, 1932, in Winamac, he was the son of the late Chester and Orilla (Lincoln) Galbreath.
He was a 1950 Winamac High School...
Hayes - Betty Oberg, 92, has packed her bags for her final trip to glory, joining the Lord and the rest of her family and friends that have made this trip before her on 9 January. She was born Betty Louise Knarr in Winamac, on 21 September 1931, to Francis Walter and Anita Lillian (Haag) Knarr. ...
William Thomas “Bill” Jenkins, 88, of Winamac passed away at 2:15 a.m., Friday, Jan. 12, at the Pulaski Healthcare Center.
He was born on Dec. 29, 1935, in Winamac, to the late James and Esther (Thomas) Jenkins. He graduated Winamac High School in 1955 and served in the U.S. Army. On April 29,...
Betty Louise Podell, 90, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 10, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.
She was born on Aug. 15, 1933, in Denham, to the late Kenneth and Rosanna (Rater) Kasten. Betty graduated from North Judson High School in 1951. On Oct. 24, 1951, she married Orvel W....
Larry G. Hoover, 82, of Winamac passed away at 8:50 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 31, at Hickory Creek of Winamac.
Born on July 29, 1941, in Winamac, he was the son of the late Cecil and Jessie (Tyler) Hoover.
He was a 1959 Star City High School graduate.
Larry retired from the State Highway Department after...
Carl Michael Calfee, 74, of Winamac, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at his home.
He was born on June 30, 1949, in Oceanside, California to Marine CPL Carl Edison and Nora Frances (Boyle) Calfee. As a young boy, his father was killed in an accident and his mother died of tuberculosis. Carl...
Edwina “Winnie” Martin, 82, of Winamac, passed away on Monday, Jan. 8, at her home.
She was born on Jan. 21, 1941, in Winamac to the late Joseph and Antonia (Arndt) Gudas. Winnie graduated from Star City High School in 1958 and continued her education at Northwestern University in Chicago,...
Robert Lee Short, 88, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 28, surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Plymouth, on March 17, 1935, to Wilbur and Della (Kason) Short. He graduated from Plymouth High School where he was an outstanding athlete and Eagle Scout.
Bob met his wife Mary Selle at Ball State...
Naomi Starr Hoffman, 62, Winamac, passed away at the Pulaski Health Care Center after a lengthy battle with multiple sclerosis on Dec. 29.
On Feb. 12, 1961, Starr was born of Joy Byers and William Sheridan. Growing up in Kewanna, Starr shared her childhood with her younger sister, Twyla. Starr...
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