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Merlin Keith Jones
Born in Enterprise, Kansas on Aug. 7, 1931
passed away Dec. 3, 2008 and resided in Plymouth, IN.
Merlin K. Jones, age 77, of Plymouth, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at the Catherine Kasper Life Care Center in Donaldson.
Merlin was born on August 7, 1931 to Clarence and Lydia (Borgman) Jones, in Enterprise, Kansas. Merlin and the former Margot Montelius were united in marriage on June 22, 1952. The couple were both graduates of Cornell College in Mt. Vernon, Iowa, and were married
for 52 years. Margot passed away in February, 2005.
Following graduation from Cornell, Merlin enlisted in the US Army, serving as a control tower operator in Ft. Knox, Ky. There, he developed a lifelong affection for aviation and flying. He ferried Piper aircraft from the manufacturer in Kansas to customers as far away as Alaska. Over the years, he flew company planes commercially for several of his employers, and enjoyed taking his family on flying vacations. He was active in leadership of several flying clubs, and loved to tinker with his experimental gyrocopter and beloved Cessna 337 Skymaster.
An engineer by trade, Merlin's talent for innovation led him through an interesting and varied career path. He had an immense aptitude for invention and fixing things. Merlin had a hand in designing rocket parts used in the space program, and engineered and patented complex machinery for the paper processing industry, as Vice President of Bomarko, Inc. He engineered interior architecture for a large builder. He also worked as general manager of Skystream Airlines, and as a plant manager for Wickes Mobile Homes. Merlin and Margot purchased and incorporated Anco Office Products in 1975. Merlin worked passionately at building his business until his retirement in 1993. The business remains family-owned and operated by Jeff and Lenore Jones of Plymouth.
Merlin and Margot brought their family to Plymouth in 1969. Their survivors include daughter Sheri & Jim Thompson, of Reed City Michigan, son Jeff & Lenore Jones, of Plymouth, and son Jonathan Jones, of Plymouth. "Papa" was adored by grandchildren Tyler, Tisa and Trevan Thompson, all in Michigan, and Brandon and Taylor Jones, of Plymouth. Merlin is also survived by one of his dear sisters, Sylvia Blanding, of Kansas.
In keeping with Merlin and Margot's plans, it is the family's wishes that memorial contributions be offered to the Marshall County Community Foundation's Merlin and Margot Jones Scholarship Fund.
According to Merlin's wishes, there will be no visitation. Family will warmly welcome friends at a gathering fellowship and remembrance at Merlin and Margot's home, at a date yet to be determined.
Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Sandra Jo Cook
Born in Plymouth, Indiana on Oct. 4, 1937
passed away Nov. 24, 2008 and resided in Plymouth, IN.
Visitation: Friday, Nov. 28, 2008
Service: Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008
cemetery: New Oak Hill cemetery
Sandra Jo Cook, age 71, of 101 North Liberty Street, Plymouth, Indiana, passed away Monday, November 24, 2008, at 6:50 a.m. at Miller's Merry Manor, in Plymouth, following and illness.
Sandra was born on October 4, 1937, in Plymouth, to Merton and Jessie (Becker) Snyder. Sandra and Fred Cook were married
on October 9, 1955, in Plymouth. Fred passed away on January 2, 2005. Sandra worked in the S.P.D. Department at Saint Joseph Medical Center, in South Bend. She was an active volunteer with the American Red Cross in Plymouth and in South Bend, Indiana. During those years she served in many capacities. She served for 31 years at the Notre Dame Football Games, as a volunteer with the American Red Cross and her last assignment was in the Press Box at the games. She was a member of the Michiana Nutones and the Plymouth Baptist Church. She was a 28 year cancer survivor.
She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Jo (Craig) Belting of Osceola, Indiana; her sons, Fred "Dan" (Lori) Cook of Jackson, Tennessee and Jim Cook of Plymouth; her mother, Jessie Snyder of Bremen, Indiana; her sister, Nancy (Darrell) Lee of Argos, Indiana; her brothers, Stephen (Marge) Snyder of South Bend and Stewart (Rose) Snyder of Plymouth; her sister-in-law, Bonnie Snyder of South Bend; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Cook; her father, Merton Snyder; and her brother, Bruce Snyder.
A time of visiting with the family will be on Friday, November 28, 2008, from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 29, 2008, at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, with the Rev. Douglas Jividen officiating. Burial will be in New Oak Hill cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorials may be made to the American Red Cross of Saint Joseph County or the American Red Cross of Marshall County.
Reva Klinedinst
Born in Lakeville, Indiana on Aug. 28, 1921
passed away Nov. 22, 2008 and resided in Plymouth, IN.
Visitation: Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008
Service: Friday, Nov. 28, 2008
cemetery: Tyner cemetery
Reva L. Klinedinst, 87, of 4620 Olive Road, Plymouth, Indiana, passed away, Saturday, November 22, 2008, at her home.
Reva was born on August 28, 1921, in Lakeville, Indiana, to William and Hazel (Ransberger) Zentz. Reva and Alfred Klinedinst were married
on April 28, 1939, in Plymouth. Alfred passed away on February 21, 1977. She worked at South Bend Supply for five years and also at the Walkerton Post Office. She was a member of the Tyner United Methodist Church, the Tyner Rebekah Lodge, and had lived in the Plymouth-Tyner area most of her life.
She is survived by her sons, Alfred "Sonny" (Shirley) Klinedinst of Plymouth, Lewis "Lew" (Faye) Klinedinst of Plymouth; her daughter-in-law, Nenneth Klinedinst of Plymouth; ten grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred; her son, Garry, and her brother; Roderick Zentz.
A time of visiting with the family will be on Wednesday, November 26, 2008, from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563.
The funeral service will be on Friday, November 28, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, Plymouth, with the Rev. Mike Dixon officiating.
Burial will be in the Tyner cemetery, Tyner, Indiana.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given the Center for Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc., 112 South Center Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563.
Vanessa Martinez
Born in South Bend, Indiana on Nov. 21, 2008
passed away Nov. 21, 2008 and resided in Argos, IN.
Visitation: Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008
Service: Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008
Vanessa Martinez, 9905 East 14th Road, Argos, Indiana, was stillborn on Friday, November 21, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, Indiana.
She is survived by her loving parents, Marco and Maria Minerva Martinez; and her two brothers, Marco, Jr. and Oswaldo, all at home.
Funeral services for, Baby Vanessa, will be held on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. at Van Gilder Funeral Home, with the Rev. Father Eloy Jimenez officiating.
A time of visiting with the Martinez family will be on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563.
Randy L. Bowser
Born in Plymouth, Indiana on Aug. 2, 1953
passed away Nov. 18, 2008 and resided in Plymouth, IN.
Visitation: Friday, Nov. 21, 2008
Service: Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008
Funeral Home: Van Gilder Funeral Home
cemetery: Pending
Randy L. Bowser, age 55, of 9680 Deer Trail, Plymouth, Indiana, passed away suddenly at 5:28 a.m. on Tuesday, November 18, 2008, at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center in Plymouth.
Randy was born on August 2, 1953, in Plymouth, to Donald and Donna Lee (Cripe) Bowser. Randy, and his high school sweetheart, the former Ann Ruggles, were united in marriage on May 27, 1972, in Plymouth. Together they raised their two daughters, Emily and Eileen. Randy worked for the United Telephone Company and Sprint, for 34 years, before his retirement. While at the telephone company he served on the Sprint Community Relations Team. After his retirement he started his own company, "Bowser's White Pines Woodworker", and enjoyed being a self employed carpenter, attending to the needs, whether large or small, of many people in this community. Randy was also a dedicated member of the support staff of Van Gilder Funeral Home. He also helped his brother-in-law, Jim Ruggles, repair instruments at the home Notre Dame Games. He had been serving on the Marshall County Blueberry Board since1988, belonged to the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce, and worked with the Christmas in April project. He was a very active and dedicated member of the First Presbyterian Church, in Plymouth, where he served on several boards and was a Church Elder. He sang with the choir, and many times Randy, Ann, Emily, and Eileen would sing together, as a family.
He was a true "Plymouth Boy" and supported Emily and Eileen with all of their activities during their school years. He was a graduate of Plymouth High School in the Class of 1971. He and Ann attended all of the Plymouth Pilgrims basketball home games, having the same reserved seats for many years.
Family was a very important part of Randy's life. He loved his family and they loved him. Together they spent a lot of quality time laughing, loving, and just plain having fun. Those wonderful memories will never be forgotten.
Randy is survived by his loving wife of 36 years Ann; their daughters, Emily Bowser of Plymouth and Eileen (Jeff) Taber of Mishawaka, Indiana; the two little "joys of his life", his granddaughters, Emma Claire Welch and Elyse Isabelle Taber of Mishawaka; his father, Don Bowser of Plymouth; two brothers, Rex and Joyce Bowser of Coatsville, Indiana and Roger and Beckey Bowser of Cassopolis, Michigan; his mother-in-law- Betty Ruggles of Plymouth; his brother and sister-in-law, Jim and Bev Ruggles of Plymouth; his nieces and nephews; and his great-nieces and great-nephews. Randy was recently preceded in death by his mother, Donna Lee Bowser, on October 3, 2008.
Funeral services for Randy will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2008, at the FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 401 North Walnut Street, Plymouth, at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Les Johnson, the Rev. Dr. Ronald Liechty, and the Rev. Paul Nye officiating. Cremation will take place after the funeral and burial will be in New Oak Hill cemetery, Plymouth, at a later date.
A time of visiting with the Bowser family will be on Friday, November 21, 2008, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563, and on Saturday, November 22, 2008, at the First Presbyterian Church, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service, at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the Bowser family would like for memorial contributions be given to a Trust Fund at, First Federal Savings Bank, 2113 North Michigan Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563, that has been established for Randy's granddaughters, Emma Claire Welch and Elyse Isabelle Taber's, college education.
Mary Deckard
Born in Plymouth, Indiana on Aug. 25, 1915
passed away Nov. 8, 2008 and resided in La Porte, IN.
Visitation: Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008
Service: Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008
cemetery: New Oak Hill cemetery
Mary L. Deckard, 93, of 101 North Pawnee Court, La Porte, Indiana, 46352, and formerly of Plymouth, Indiana, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008, at Golden Living Center La Porte.
She was born on August 25, 1915, in Plymouth, to John E. and Louise T. (Nagel) Moore. Mary and Harley L. (Joe) Deckard were married
on June 6, 1944. Mr. Deckard passed away April 26, 1969. Mary retired from the United Telephone Company, in Plymouth in 1982. She attended Saint Michael's School in Plymouth, Saint Mary's Academy in Baltimore, Maryland, and was a graduate of Plymouth High School. She was a member of Saint Michael Catholic Church in Plymouth.
Mary enjoyed playing card, especially Bridge, and belonged to many card clubs. She was also a member of Saint Michael's Altar Rosary Society. Mary loved her family and was strong in her Catholic faith. She will be greatly missed by all of those who knew her.
Mary is survived by her son, John "Jack" Deckard and daughter-in-law Alison of La Porte; her daughter-in-law, Ann Deckard of Arcadia, Indiana; her grandsons, Michael (Kristie) Deckard of La Porte, Bret (Joyce) Deckard of Arcadia; her step-grandson Brett Dolph of La Porte; and her great-grandchildren, Brooklynn and Samantha Deckard of La Porte and Haley and Josh Deckard of Arcadia. Mary was preceded in death by her son, Joe Deckard; her grandson, Mark Deckard; her parents; her sister, Dorothy Moore; and her brothers, Vincent and George Moore.
A Memorial Mass will be held Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., at Saint Michael Catholic Church, in Plymouth, with the Rev. Father William Kummer officiating. Burial will in New Oak Hill cemetery, Plymouth.
A time of visiting with the family and friends, of Mary, will be on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Saint Michael Catholic Church in Plymouth.
VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563, in handling the arrangements.
Ralph Duram
Born in Mishawaka, Indiana on Jul. 26, 1929
passed away Nov. 7, 2008 and resided in South Bend, IN.
Visitation: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008
Service: Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008
cemetery: New Oak Hill cemetery
Ralph Duram, Jr., 79, of South Bend, Indiana, died peacefully on November 7, 2008, at the Cardinal Nursing Home in South Bend, Indiana.
Ralph was born July 26, 1929, in Mishawaka, Indiana, and was a life-long resident of the Marshall County and Saint Joseph County areas. Ralph graduated from Plymouth High School in the Class 1947. He joined the United States Navy in 1947, serving in the Korean War, and was honorably discharged in 1952.
On February 14, 1954, in Plymouth, Indiana, Ralph married
the former Sharon Wolff, who survives. He is also survived by two daughters, Lori Lynn Berkeypile of Plymouth, Indiana and Lisa Ann Switzer of South Bend; three grandchildren, Heather Garrett, Howard Berkeypile, and Lindsay Switzer; eight great-grandchildren, Marval, Elizabeth, Michael, Ira, Maggie, Chelsea, Aalyah, and Phoenix; his mother, Pauline Robinson of Plymouth; and his aunt Betty Walters of South Bend.
Ralph had been employed by Redi Froz, Inc. and Elkhart Frozen Foods and also owned and operated Keywest Seafood. Ralph had many interests and hobbies and was always busy refinishing furniture, woodworking, building projects, and working in his yard. He spent many hours with his wonderful hobby of building sailing ships. Ralph loved fishing in Minnesota, with his father Howard Robinson, who preceded him in death on April 3, 2001. Ralph was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in South Bend.
The family will greet friends from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 11, 2008, in the Van Gilder Funeral Home, Plymouth.
Funeral services will be held at the Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563, on Wednesday, November 12, at 10:00 a.m., with Mike Burroughs officiating at the service.
Carol Krueger
Born in Plymouth, Indiana on Dec. 21, 1938
passed away Nov. 6, 2008 and resided in Fort Wayne, IN.
Visitation: Monday, Nov. 10, 2008
Service: Monday, Nov. 10, 2008
cemetery: New Oak Hill cemetery
Carol Louise Krueger, age 69, of 5010 South Camden Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away at 12:15 a.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2008, at Progressive Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Carol was born on December 21, 1938, in Plymouth, Indiana, to Gerald and Kathleen (Towne) Martin. She graduated from Plymouth High School in the Class of 1956. Carol Louise Martin and Robert Krueger were united in marriage. Carol was a homemaker, and together with her husband, raised their daughter.
Carol is survived by her husband, Robert Krueger of Fort Wayne; their daughter, Kathryn (John) Blake of Garrett, Indiana; her grandchildren, Heather, Robert, Kathleen, and Michael; six great-grandchildren; her mother, Kathleen Martin of Plymouth; her sister, Lorraine Davenport of Tippecanoe, Indiana; and her brother, Carl (Nancy) Martin of Plymouth. She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Martin and her brother, Hugh Martin.
Funeral services for Carol will be held on Monday, November 10, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME. Burial will be in New Oak Hill cemetery, Plymouth.
A time of visiting with the Krueger family will be on Monday, November 10, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563.
The family would like for memorial contributions to be given to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 314 West Catalpa Drive, Mishawaka, Indiana, 46544.
Linda Isley
Born in Plymouth, Indiana on Feb. 22, 1944
passed away Nov. 2, 2008 and resided in Plymouth, IN.
Visitation: Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008
Service: Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008
cemetery: New Oak Hill cemetery
Linda A. Isley, age 64, of 16155 6th Road Plymouth, Indiana, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2008, at Cornell Care Center, in Cornell, Wisconsin.
Linda was born on February 22, 1944, in Plymouth, Indiana, to Harry and Katherine Lucille (Muffley) Rhoades. Linda and William A. Isley were united in marriage on February 22, 1974. William passed away on March 3, 1998. She had been employed at BPC Manufacturing Operations in Plymouth.
Linda is survived by her step-sons, Eric (Eva) Isley of Plymouth and Keith (Sherry) Isley of Iowa; her brother, Steve Rhoades of Vista, California; her nieces, Ronda (Duane) Wallace of Holcombe, Wisconsin and Teresa Holbrook of Plymouth. Also surviving are Linda's six step-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, William; her parents; and her sister, Sue Holbrook.
Funeral services for Linda will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME. Burial will be in New Oak Hill cemetery, Plymouth.
A time of visiting with Linda's family will be on Saturday, November 8, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563.
Alice Gerrard
Born in DeLong, Indiana on Nov. 5, 1921
passed away Oct. 29, 2008 and resided in Plymouth, IN.
Visitation: Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008
Service: Monday, Nov. 3, 2008
cemetery: New Oak Hill cemetery
Alice M. Gerrard, age 86, of 1009 West LaPorte Street, Plymouth, Indiana, passed away at 1:07 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth.
Alice was born on November 5, 1921 in DeLong, Indiana, to Benjamin and Bertha (Johnson) Washburn. She retired from American Optical, in Plymouth, and worked as a Title Clerk for the State of Florida. She belonged to the Marshall County Mental Health Association for ten years and for eight years was the secretary of A.A.R.P. Alice was a member of the First United Church of Christ, in Plymouth. She had lived in Plymouth from 1935 to 1976, moved to Florida from 1976 to 1988, and then moved back to Plymouth.
Alice is survived by her son, David W. Gerrard of Plymouth; her grandchildren, James Gerrard of Indiana, Amanda (Brian) Tobolski of Plymouth, Amelia Sickmiller of Argos, Indiana, Eric Gerrard of Lakeville, Indiana, and Matthew (Jennifer) Gerrard of Illinois; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sons, James F. Gerrard and Dennis R. Gerrard; her sister; and three brothers.
Funeral services, for Alice, will be held on Monday, November 3, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, with the Rev. Charles Krieg officiating. Burial will be in New Oak Hill cemetery, Plymouth.
A time of visiting with the Gerrard family will be on Sunday, November 2, 2008, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Madison Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563.
The family would like for memorial contributions be given to the First United Church of Christ, 321 North Center Street, Plymouth, Indiana, 46563.
