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C. Dean Kellam
C. Dean Kellam, 78,Huntington, IN, died at 3:54 PM on Wednesday, August 23, 2006 at his home.
Charles Dean Kellam was born on April 27, 1928 in Huntington, IN to William Roy and Minnie McDaniel Kellam His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Kellam married Lorraine Strass on April 25, 1952. She survives and lives in Huntington, IN.
Mr. Kellam graduated in 1946 from Lancaster High School. He earned his Bachelor Degree in Agriculture from Purdue University in 1950. Mr. Kellam served in United States Army during the Korean War. Mr. Kellam was a farmer from 1955 to 1961. He started Pulley - Kellam Company in 1960. He served as President and CEO from 1961 to June of 2001. The company grew to become a nationally recognized precision metal fabricator. In 1982 he purchased ENOCHS Manufacturing where he served as President until December of 2000. He remained active in the businesses until his time of death He was a member of the President Club at Purdue, TKE House, member of Ceres and ROTC.

Survivors include: 1 Son: C.David Kellam, Exeter, New Hampshire. 3 Daughters: Carla S. Hardy, Indianapolis, Marla K. Foster , Huntington, Dena M. Kellam, Indianapolis. 5 Grandchildren and 1 Great grandchild. 1 Brother: Dale Kellam, Waco, TX. 1 Sister: Maxine York, Marion.

Preceded in death by: 2 sisters: Doris Gosley and Maridean Hughes.

Calling hours will be on Friday, August 25, 2006 from 2 PM to 4 PM and 6 PM to
8 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street Huntington, IN.
Funeral Services will be on Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 11 AM with one hour of calling prior at McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home, with Russell Buzzard officiating.
Burial will be in Mt Etna Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
Memorials to: Alzheimer Association in care of the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home 715 N. Jefferson St. Huntington, IN 46750.
McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.

Donald Ness
Donald Ness, 74,Huntington, IN, died at 10:20 PM on Saturday, August 12, 2006 at Parkview North Hospital, Fort Wayne, IN.
Donald Ness was born February 6, 1932 in Huntington, IN to Herman Jacob and Emma Frances Pfister Ness. His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Ness married Phyllis Johnson Rahn on November 7, 1987. She survives and lives in Huntington, IN. He was a member of SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church, VFW Post # 2689, American Legion Post # 7 and the Indiana Chapter LST Association.
Mr. Ness was a former employee in the Mailing Dept of Our Sunday Visitor and later self-employed with Don Ness Trucking and Excavating and Tree/ Septic Services in Huntington, IN.
Mr. Ness was a Boatswain Mate Chief Retired in the Navy serving from 1952-1956 during the Korean War and 1974-1991 serving during the Gulf War. He was assigned to various ships: the Chikaskic USS Bolder 1190, MS-Excel, MS- Galliant and USS Racine 1191.
Survivors include: 4 Sons: Donald Ness Jr., Huntington, IN.; Jed Ness, North Vernon, IN.; Adam Ness, Colorado Springs, CO. and Robert Ness, Copperas Cove, TX. 1 Daughter: Carol Smith, Huntington, IN. 20 Grandchildren. 1 Stepson, Eric Rahn, Tyler, TX. 1 stepdaughter, Melanie Shockome, Huntington, IN. 3 Brothers: Herman Jack Ness Jr. Huntington, IN.; Charles Ness, Miami, FL and Paul Richard Ness, Huntington, IN. 2 Sisters: Mrs. Keith (Barbara Jane) Steele, Huntington, IN. and Helen Mueller, Fort Wayne, IN.

Preceded in death by a daughter: Patricia Marie Ness and 5 Sisters: Mary Bernadette Sturgeon, Mary Catherine Double; Margaret Koehlinger, Catherine Van Holten and Frances Bowen.

Calling hours will be on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 from 2 to 8 PM with Rosary at 6 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street Huntington, IN.
Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, August 16, 2006 at 10 AM at SS. Peter and Paul's Catholic Church, 860 Cherry Street, Huntington, IN.
Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
Memorials to Right to Life, Huntington County Humane Shelter or American Cancer Society in care of the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home.
McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.

Gene Edwin Beemer
Gene Edwin Beemer, 78, Huntington, IN, died at 8:37 PM on Sunday, July 23, 2006, at his home.
Gene Beemer was born February 10, 1928, in Plum Tree, IN, to Oral and Irene McClurg Beemer. His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Beemer married Barbara Metz on November 25, 1949. She preceded him in death on February 10, 2000.
Mr. Beemer was owner of Beemer Construction in partnership with Daniel Beemer.
He was a member of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. He graduate from Huntington High School in 1947. Mr. Beemer was a member of the Isaac Walton League and Moose Lodge # 837.

Survivors include: 5 Sons: Richard G. Beemer, Huntington, James R. Beemer, Fort Wayne, Joseph B. Beemer, Huntington, Patrick M. M. Beemer, Huntington, and Daniel E. Beemer,Huntington. 3 Daughters: Jennifer L. Beemer, Huntington, Rebecca M. Hosier, Huntington, and Barbara Ellen Beemer, Huntington. 15 Grandchildren and 4 Great-Grandchildren. 1 Brother: Bill Beemer, Syracuse.
Preceded in death by a great -grandchild: Matthew Miller.

Calling hours will be Tuesday, July 25, 2006, from 2 PM to 4 PM and 6 PM to 8 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street, Huntington, IN, with rosary
at 6:00 PM.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, July 26, 2006, at 10 AM at SS. Peter and Paul's Catholic Church, 860 Cherry Street, Huntington, IN., with Father Ron Rieder presiding.
Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
Memorials to Open Door, Huntington and Parkview Home Health Care and Hospice in care of McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN, 46750.

McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN, is in chargeof arrangements.

Jerry J. Finton Sr.
Jerry Finton Sr., 54,Huntington, IN, died on July 21, 2006 at 6:45 AM at Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne, Indiana.
Mr. Finton was born on April 24, 1952 in Huntington, IN to Joseph and Barbara Sands Fossnaugh. His parents preceded him in death.

Mr. Finton married Amy Shock. She survives and lives in Huntington.
Mr. Finton worked for Brindle Products in Grabill, IN. as a painter. Mr. Finton
served in the United States Army as an Air Borne Ranger. Mr. Finton was a member
of the American Legion Post 85 in Huntington.

Survivors include: his wife: Amy Shock. 1 son: Jerry J. Finton, Andrews.
2 Grandchildren. 3 sisters: Gladys Haines, Roanoke, Trina Caley, Leo, and
Sonia Gage, Leo.

Preceded in death by: 1 brother: Chuck Finton.

There will be no calling as of Mr. Finton request.

Memorials to the American Legion Post # 85 1410 S Jefferson St, Huntington,
IN. 46750.

McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge
Of the arrangements.

Francis 'Frank' McKeighen
Francis 'Frank' J. McKeighen, 86, of Huntington, IN. died at 11:10 AM on Monday, July 3, 2006 at his daughter's home in Huntington.

Mr. McKeighen was born on July 3, 1920 in French Lick, IN to William O. and Frances Jane Lightner McKeighen. His parents preceded him in death.

Mr. McKeighen married Lottie M. Seed on February 8, 1943 in Lawrenceville, IL. She survives and lives in Huntington, IN. Mr. McKeighen retired from Ruan Transport where he was a truck driver. He was a veteran from the United States Army serving in WW II. He is a member of the St. Peter First Church, Huntington. Mr. McKeighen was a member of the Edward Dobbins Masonic Lodge in Lawrenceville, IL., and a retired Teamster Local 414, VFW Post 2689 and American Legion Post 51, in Huntington.

Survivors include: his wife of 63 years. 1 daughter: Mrs. Jeff (Connie) Baumgardner, Huntington. 2 Grandchildren and 4 Great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by: 4 brothers and 4 sisters.

Calling will be Thursday, July 6, 2006 from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM at the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home, 715 N Jefferson St, Huntington.
Graveside service will be Friday, July 7, 2006 at 2 PM Illinois time at the Lawrenceville Cemetery in Lawrenceville, IL.

Memorial is to Edward Dobbins Masonic Lodge in Lawrenceville, IL.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.

George W. Scher Sr.
George W. Scher Sr., 93, Huntington, IN died on Sunday, July 2, 2006 at 4:32 PM at the Miller Merry Manor Nursing Home, Huntington, IN.

Mr. Scher was born on February 22, 1913 in Huntington, Indiana to Henry and Lena
Gelzleichter Scher. His parents preceded him in death.

Mr. Scher married Julia Bauch. She preceded him in death on October 10, 1967. His second marriage was to Velma Gill, she preceded him in death in 1987. His third marriage was to Virginia Richhart, she preceded him in death in 2002.
Mr. Scher retired from Huntington County School Corporation where he was an Engineer in the boiler plant at Central School. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Huntington, IN. Mr. Scher was a member of the Knights of Columbia 1014, 4th Degree, Moose Lodge #837 and FOP Association Lodge.

Survivors include: 5 sons: George W Scher Jr., Huntington, Michael Scher, Huntington, Terry Scher, Huntington, Patrick Scher, Huntington, and Br. James Scher, OSC Phoenix, AZ. 5 Step-Sons: George Richhart, Anderson, Bob Richhart, New Haven, Gene Richhart, Harlen, Kevin Richhart, Woodburn and Cal Richhart, New Haven. 5 Step-daughters: Connie Poppele, Woodburn, Bonnie Denney, Hew Haven, Diane Richhart, Butler, Elaine Richhart, Butler, and Cheryl Lothamer, Butler.
10 Grandchildren, 23 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great-great grandchild. 2 Sisters: Phyllis Pfister, Huntington and Marjorie Meyer, Huntington. 2 Brothers: Eugene Scher, Huntington and Richard Scher, Huntington.

He was preceded in death by: 1Great-Grandchild. 4 brothers: James Scher, Delbert Scher, Earl Scher and Robert Scher. 3 Sisters: Sr. Josephine Scher, SSND, Kathleen Hesting and Dorothy Stoltz.

Calling will be Wednesday, July 5, 2006 from 2 to 8 PM at the McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. with Rosary service at 6:30 PM.
Funeral Services will be Thursday, July 6, 2006 at 10 AM at the St. Mary Catholic Church with Father John Pfister.

Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington, IN.
Memorial to Pal Club or Crosier Fathers and Brothers, in care of the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home, 715 N Jefferson St. Huntington, IN 46750

McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.

Frederick O. Smith
Frederick Owen Smith, 59, of Dania, FL. formally of Huntington and Fort Wayne, died on Thursday, June 22, 2006 at Memorial Regional Hospital, Hollywood, FL.
Mr. Smith was born on June 10, 1947 in Sturgis; Michigan to Chalmers E. and Marjorie P. Kimball Smith. His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Smith was a buyer for TGI Supply in Florida. He served in the United States Air Force. Mr. Smith was attended Huntington Church of Christ, Huntington, IN.

Survivors include: 1 son: Clark Smith, Indianapolis and 1 sister: Shirley Talbott, Olympia, Washington.

Funeral Services are on Wednesday, June 28, 2006 at 2 PM at Marion National Cemetery, Marion, IN. with Charlie Gamble officiating.
Burial will be in Marion National Cemetery, Marion IN.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.

Betty Gordon
Betty Gordon, 66,West Lafayette, died on June 9, 2006 at Parkview
Huntington Hospital in Huntington, IN.
Mrs. Gordon was born on July 3, 1939 in Huntington to Gerald and Eolia Rice Chesterman. Her parents preceded her in death.
Mrs. Gordon graduated from Huntington High School in 1957. She married Robert Gordon on September 6, 1958 in Huntington, IN. He survives and lives in West Lafayette, IN.
Mrs. Gordon was a secretary at AMT Trucking in Lafayette, IN. She attended St. Andrew United Methodist Church in West Lafayette.

Survivors include: 2 daughters: Joyce Gordon, Lafayette, IN. and Mrs. Steven (Connie) Rayburn, Veedersburg, IN. 1 son: Karl (JoAnn) Gordon, Quinton, VA. 2 Granddaughters: DeeAnn Rayburn and Brittany Rayburn, Veedersburg, IN 1 brother: Wayne Chesterman, West Lafayette.

Memorial service will be 6:00 PM Monday June 12, 2006 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in West Lafayette with Rev. Tim Burchill officating.
Memorial to donor choice in care of McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN 46750.

McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.

Evelyn Herzog
Evelyn Herzog, 102, Huntington, IN, (formally of Big Lake) died on June 8, 2006 at 9:15 PM at Oakbrook Village in Huntington, IN.
Mrs. Herzog was born May 26, 1904 in Huntington to John Emery and Sarah Ellen Beaver Hildebrand. Her parents preceded her in death.
Mrs. Herzog first marriage was to Ira O. Carey. He preceded her in death in May 1924. She married Howard (Chick) R. Herzog on June 11, 1930 in Indianapolis,IN. He preceded her in death August 3, 1992.
Mrs. Herzog was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Peter 1st UCC of Huntington. Mrs. Herzog was a Charter Member of Amiticia; Volunteer at HMH 8 years, Member (Floral) Chapter of Eastern Star #75 and a member of BLF&E Auxiliary.

Survivors include: 2 daughters: Mrs. Barbara Kline, Huntington and Mrs. Carolyn Waikel, Laramie, WY. 10 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 16 great great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by: 1 son: William Carey, 1 grandchild, 1 great- grandchild,
1 sister: Irene Baker and 1 brother: Willard Hildebrand.

Calling hours will be Sunday, June 11, 2006 from 4 to 8 PM at the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN.
Funeral service will be on Monday, June 12, 2006 at 2PM at the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home, 715 N Jefferson St. with Rev. Raymond Scribner and Rev. David Wagner officiating.
Burial will be in Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion, IN.
Memorials to the Shriner Children Hospital in care of McElhaney - Hart Funeral
Home, 715 N Jefferson St, Huntington, IN 46750.
McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.

Robert D. Husband
Robert D. Husband, 80, Roanoke, Indiana died on Sunday, June 4, 2006 at 12:44 PM at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, IN.
Mr. Husband was born on August 11, 1925 in Roanoke, IN. to George and Mary Houser Husband. His parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Husband graduated in 1945 from Roanoke High School. Mr. Husband married Phyllis Forsyth on October 16, 1949. She survives and resides in Roanoke, Indiana.
Mr. Husband was a life long farmer. He was a member of the Christ's United Methodist Church in Roanoke, IN.

Survivors include: 1 daughter: Mrs. Larry (Barbara) Holzinger, Roanoke 1 brother: Alfred (Ted) Husband, Huntington. 2 sisters: Mrs. Brice (Bernadine) Thomas,
Roanoke and Mrs. Arthur (Mary) Burton, Roanoke. 3 Grandsons: Jeffery Holzinger, Scott Holzinger and Ryan Holzinger and 1 Great granddaughter: Emma Holzinger
Preceded in death by: 1 daughter: Donna J. Platt. 2 brothers: Clarence Husband and Russell Husband.
Calling hours will be on Tuesday, June 6, 2006 from 2 to 8 at the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home 715 N. Jefferson St. Huntington, IN.
Funeral Services will be at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at the Christ's United Methodist Church, Roanoke, with one hour of calling prior Rev Brian Jones
officiating.
Memorials to the Christ's United Methodist Church or to the First Responsers in Roanoke, IN. in care of McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home.
Burial will be in the Glenwood Cemetery, Roanoke, IN.
McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements.

Larry Eugene Mullins
Larry Eugene Mullins, 64,Huntington, IN, died on May 28, 2006 at 2:35 AM at Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana in Fort Wayne, IN.
Mr. Mullins was born on April 20, 1942 in Winslow, IN to Guy and Mary Gipson Mullins. His parents preceded him in death.

Mr. Mullins married Marilyn Mathis on September 13, 1968. She survives and
Lives in Huntington. Mr. Mullins was an Instructors of Electronics at ITT
Technical Institute College in Fort Wayne. He served in the United States
Marine Corp for 9 years. Mr. Mullins was a member of American Legion Post
#51, Veterans of Foreign War # 2689, and a past commander of the VFW.

Survivors include: 1 son: Keith A. Mullins, Huntington. 3 daughters:
Crystal Michelle Curry, Huntington, Patricia A. West, Huntington and
Bridget Elaine Capes, TN. 1 brother: George (Ike) Mullins, Indianapolis.
1 sister: Edna Cottrell, Oakland City, IN. 15 Grandchildren and 2
Great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by: 3 brothers and 3 sisters.

Calling hours will be on Tuesday, May 30, 2006 from 6 to 8 PM at the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street, Huntington, IN and Thursday, June 1, 2006 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Lamb - Basham Memorial Chapel in Oakland City, IN, with funeral services at 12:00 PM.
Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Winslow, IN.
Memorial to Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana in care of the McElhaney - Hart Funeral Home.

McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge Of the arrangements.Genealogy Software
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