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Dennis Lee Van Lake, 66, of Kewanna passed away at 10:15 p.m., Monday, August 8, 2022 with his family by his side at home. Born on January 11, 1956 in South Bend, he was the son of the late Daniel J. and Patricia A. (Weisel) Van Lake. On April 17, 1984 in a romantic candlelit private ceremony at First Christian Church, he married Susan Hoffman. Dennis worked for Nickles Bakery as a route salesman for over 36 years, coming to Rochester when it was still Tip Top Bakery. Most people referred to him as Dennis the "Breadman". Upon the closing of Nickles Bakery, he went on to work at Dague's Dairy Farm for 2 years. Dennis had a very strong work ethic. He was dedicated and worked 10 hour days,...

Steven F. Krachinski, 59, of Kewanna passed away at 2:30 p.m., Monday, March 28, 2022 at his home. He was born on January 17, 1963 in Michigan City. Survivors include his wife, Kathy Krachinski of Kewanna, his children, Kristen Arnett of LaPorte, Andrew Krachinski of LaPorte, Zachary Krachinski (Krista) of Kokomo and Christopher Krachinski (Rayven) of Rochester, mother, Bonnie Krachinski of Michigan City, brothers, Daniel Krachinski Jr. (Sharon) of Michigan City and Timothy Krachinski (Julie) of Michigan City, grandchildren, Madalynn, Ethan, Annabella, Autumn, Aryana, Elijah, Paisley, Teddy and Lincoln with a great granddaughter on the way, Elliana. He was preceded in death by his father,...

Marilyn Elizabeth (Browning) Moon, 92, of Rochester passed away peacefully on September 26, 2021 at Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka. She was born on September 7, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois the eldest of 3 daughters to James Edward and Jessie Elizabeth (Tripp) Browning. In the 1940's, the Brownings moved to Lake Bruce in Fulton County, where Marilyn met her future husband of 74 years, William "Bill" Moon. The Brownings later relocated to Winamac, Indiana and Marilyn graduated from Winamac High School Class of 1947. Marilyn married William Floyd Moon in her parent's home in Winamac on June 29, 1947. They resided in South Bend at 760 Garden Lane and had one son- James William Moon. Prior to...

Brazil, Indiana - Ronald M. Strasser passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, IN surrounded by his family. He was 75 years old. Ron was born to Mac and Marjorie (Brewer) Strasser on July 8, 1946 in Logansport, Indiana. He was the 2nd oldest of four children. After graduation from Logansport High School in 1964, he joined the U.S. Army where he served tours in Vietnam and Korea. Ron married Darlene (Johnson) Strasser in 1967. They were married for 33 years and raised 3 children together. Ron was formerly employed at Hoosier Propane and Pepsi -Cola as vice president in Logansport for 10 years. He was a former member of Kiwanis and Rotary in...

Susan D. "Sue" Weinacker, 69, of Winamac passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday morning May 4, 2021 at home. Born on February 9, 1952 in Melrose Park, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Robert Derry and Garlane "Micky" Cooper. On July 17th, 1976, she married Martin J. Weinacker. He preceded her in death on December 17, 2003. Sue was a lifelong homemaker, and she enjoyed cooking, drawing, coloring, fishing, dancing and watching old movies. Survivors include her children Debra Kundert (Tony) of Wisconsin, Patrick Weinacker (Joan) of Illinois and Kerry Disinger (Bo) of Winamac, sister, Kim Jenkner (Brian) of Illinois and grandchildren, Melanie (Mathew), Vincent (Renea), Katrina (Michael),...

A Memorial gathering Celebrating Donald Richard Rausch of Winamac, who passed away on December 4, 2020, will be held on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at the Eagles Lodge in Winamac. It was a final wish that friends drink and party on him, so this is a free event open to all! The bar opens at 3pm with a meal at 4pm and festivities to continue into the evening. This is a family-friendly event. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 23, 2021, at Franklin Township Cemetery. Don's online guest book is available and condolences can be shared at www.ransfuneralhomes.com

VISITATION HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Visitation for Don (previously scheduled for Tuesday) will be 4:00-8:00 p.m., Sunday, December 20, 2020 at Rans Funeral Home, Harrison Chapel 304 S. Chicago St., Royal Center, IN. Services will be private.

Donald Richard Rausch 74, of Winamac, passed the 120 for the last time Friday, December 4th at 9:11AM in Pulaski Memorial Hospital, he was not in a Deere though he was in Peace. Born June 22nd 1946 to beloved mother Frances Elizabeth (Reidelbach) and Casper Christian 'Cap' Rausch, he had a short stint at St. Joseph College before pursuing what came natural to him, farming. He was innovative, determined, hardworking and somewhat of a gambler, of course, but he always managed to tend a crop come rain or come shine and spent the last 54 harvests in a combine. He was a grease monkey, avid hunter, card player, sports fan and enjoyed tractor pulls. His passion and favorite past time was racing....

Florence G. Marshall, 88, of Richmond formerly of Logansport passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at Reid Hospital in Richmond. Born on December 30, 1931 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Clara (Higgins) Clark. She was a 1951 graduate of Washington Township High School and a 1954 graduate of the Chicago Evangelical School of Nursing. On August 15, 1971 she married Joe E. Marshall. He preceded her in death on June 7, 2014. Florence was a Registered Nurse and retired in 1999. She was most proud of her life as a grandmother. Being "Nana" to Alexis and Aleah brought her the most joy, everyday. She will be loved and missed by her children, grandchildren...

Robert Eugene McClurg, 75, of North Webster passed away unexpectedly at 8:35 a.m., on Monday, July 15, 2019. Born on September 30, 1943 in Huntington, he was the son of Ralph and Lois (Harper) McClurg. He was a 1961 Huntington Township High School graduate. Robert retired from Silgan in Ligonier. He enjoyed living in Florida after his retirement. Survivors include his mother, Lois McClurg of North Manchester, sister, Linda Glass and husband Jerry of Paulding, Ohio and nephews, Andrew Paul and wife Tami of Columbia City and Shad Paul and Chrissy of Huntington. He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph McClurg. Per Robert's wishes there will be no visitation or service. Inurnment will be...

Robert "Bob" Edwards, 72, of Kewanna formerly of Logansport and Delphi passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at his residence. Born November 23, 1946 in Pittsburg, PA, he was the son of the late Cletus and Le Etta (Fricke) Edwards. He attended Delphi High School and obtained his GED in 1965. Bob was a U.S. Navy veteran and a member of the VFW and the American Legion in Rochester. Bob enjoyed singing karaoke, golfing, fishing and playing pool in his younger years. Bob worked in retail grocery for more than 40 years. He retired as the Manager of the Meat Department at Coral Supermarket in Logansport after 15 years. Survivors include his children, Dawn Renee Black (Brad) of...

Charlie Manning, 80 of Kokomo passed away peacefully at 4:19 a.m., Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Kokomo surrounded by his family, following a lengthy battle recuperating from surgery in February 2018. Born on December 6, 1938 in Vincennes, he was the son of the late Charles Walter and Laura (Hyneman) Manning. Charlie married Delores "Dee" (Pufahl) in 1962, and just recently celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on December 30th. Charlie was a 1956 graduate of Hazelton High School and earned his bachelor's degree from Oakland City College in 1960. He earned his Master's degree from Indiana State University in 1965. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents...