Peter Andrew Sovinski Obituary

Greenfield – Peter Andrew Sovinski, 66, Greenfield, passed away February 15, 2019.

He was born in South Bend, IN to Richard and Betty Sovinski. He graduated from Indiana University-South Bend with his bachelor’s degree in business. He went on to serve in the US Army in Vietnam. Peter enjoyed fishing and camping and was an avid sports fan. His favorite teams were Notre Dame Football, the Indianapolis Colts, the Indiana Pacers, and IU Basketball.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Kathleen. Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Debbie, son, Noel, daughter, Adrian, stepson, Clayton Harrison, granddaughters, Morgan and Riley, brothers, Paul and Pat, and sisters, Jan and Peggy.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Visitation will be held Wednesday from 4-8pm at Flanner Buchanan-Oaklawn Memorial Gardens (Conner Suite), 9700 Allisonville Rd. Indianapolis, IN.

Funeral services will be held there on Thursday at 11am, with visitation one hour prior.

Online condolences may be shared at www.flannerbuchanan.com.

Published in the The Indianapolis Star on Feb. 19, 2019

Henry R. “Hank” Gluth Obituary

Henry R. “Hank” Gluth, age 88. Late of Cedar Lake, Indiana. Passed away
Thursday, January 24, 2019. He was born in the family home in Hammond,
Indiana to the late Henry and the late Martha. He was a graduate of Hammond Tech High School. After graduating Hank joined the Navy and became an aviation metal smith during the Korean War.

Hank was the owner of Consumer’s Roofing Co Inc. of Hammond, IN. (H.R. Gluth and Son’s Roofing). He was a third generation roofing contractor in the family business. Hank was a member of the American Legion Post #261, a member and past president of the Northwestern Indiana Roofing Contractors Association, and an active member and director of the South Shore Improvement Owner’s Association.

Henry shared 61 years of marriage to the love of his life Joyce Ann Gluth. He is survived by his children: Brian (Mary) Gluth, Erin Gluth, H. Russell {Tracy) Gluth, Eric (Jennifer) Gluth, Randall (Julie) Gluth; grandchildren: Tyler (Kristina) Gluth, Harrison Gluth, Jack Gluth, Mason Gluth, Elise Gluth, Abigail Matheny, Krystal Kauder, Scott Britton, and Erika Novina, as well as his great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his two brothers Chester and Robert Gluth.

Friends and family are invited to meet on Friday, February l, 2019 from 2:00 – 8:00 pm at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel – Cedar Lake 9931 Lincoln Plaza Way {1/2 block south of 133rd Ave. across from the library at Lincoln Plaza Way).

Memorial Mass Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 10:00 am DIRECTLY at St. Mary Catholic Church 321 East Joliet St. Crown Point, Indiana 46307.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary Catholic Church – Faith Formation and/or Cedar Lake Historical Society in Hank’s name.

For more information 219-374-9300 or www.elmwoodchapel.com

Scott W. Phillips Obituary

Columbus – Scott W. Phillips, 79, of Coles Drive, died at 12:17 a.m. August 24, 2018, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Facility.

Scott was born March 4, 1939, in Mattoon, Illinois, the son of Wendell and Bethel Monical Phillips. He married JoHelen Phillips November 24, 1989, and she preceded him in death February 6, 2018.

He graduated from Arsenal Tech High School in 1957, where he was a colonel in the ROTC program. He also attended Culver Military Academy summer program.

Scott had a life-long career in sheet metal supply and was a life-time member of Indiana Heating Association and Indiana Roofers Association.

In retirement he enjoyed golf and bowling leagues. Scott loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, August 27, 2018, at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home, Columbus, Indiana, with Jacob and Jessica Foster officiating. Calling will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service. A private entombment will be at Garland Brook Cemetery mausoleum at a later date.

The family would greatly appreciate in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Facility.

Survivors include his sons, Brent L. Beasley and Brandon S. Phillips, both of Indianapolis; daughters, Kim (Tony) Oliver of Columbus and Jennifer (Jon) Shelton of Cincinnati; grandchildren, Jessica (Jacob) Foster, Ayden (Carla) Beasley, Gabriel Beasley, Samuel Beasley, Mary Shelton and Alex Shelton; great-grandchildren, Lyman Beasley, Jaxson Beasley and Emma Jo Foster; brother, Ryan (Gladys) Phillips and sister, Lynn (Ken) Meier, both of Indianapolis; and a sister-in-law, Cappy (John) Hancock of Fairhope, Alabama.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, JoHelen; brother-in-law, Sammy “Sonny” Murray and a sister-in-law, Betty Waddle.

You are invited to view his video tribute, light a virtual candle and send a message to the family via the internet. Information: www.jewellrittman.com.
Published in the The Indianapolis Star on Aug. 25, 2018

Jessie “Reed” Short Obituary

Jessie “Reed” Short

Indianapolis – Jessie “Reed” Short, 78, of Indianapolis passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018. He was a loving husband, father, uncle and grandfather. Following his service in the United States Air Force, Reed started a roofing career at Sink & Edwards Roofing. In 1978 he joined his brother and became Guaranteed Roofing, Inc. He was a 61 year member of the Roofers Union Local #119. He was a devoted member and elder of the South Keystone Church of Christ. Reed leaves behind his loving wife of almost 57 years, Sue (Sanders); 2 daughters Wendy Short; Peggy Gregerson and husband (Gerry) and 1 son Michael Short and wife (Tonya); 3 sisters and 1 brother; 5 grandchildren; and a host of many relatives and friends.

The visitation will be held at the Community Life Center at Washington Park East Cemetery, 10612 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, on Monday, June 18, from 1 pm – 8 pm and Tuesday, June 19, from 10 am – 11 am with services starting at 11 am and burial immediately following. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions would be appreciated to South Keystone Church of Christ, 3802 S Keystone Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227, or a charity of your choice. Services entrusted to Flanner Buchanan – Washington Park East.

Published in the The Indianapolis Star on June 14, 2018

NORMAN E. “MORT” DALMAN Obituary

NORMAN E. “MORT” DALMAN, 73, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018. Born May 21, 1944, he was a son of the late Charles and Latonia (Wagge man) Dalman. He work ed his entire life in the construction field as a welder and roofer, most recently working as a superintendent at Fort Wayne Roofing. He belonged to American Legion Post 241 and enjoyed bowling. He will be remembered as a man to go to for information about many things and his love for his family, especially his grandchildren. Surviving family include his wife, Judy Dalman; son, James (Melissa) Dalman; daughter-in-law, Kelly Jo Dalman; grandchildren, Denver, Tori, and Norman; great- grandchildren, Elijah and Lily; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in passing by his son, Ed Dalman; one sister and one brother. A time of sharing is 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018, at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home for Funerals, 6810 Old Trail Road, Fort Wayne, with visitation starting at noon. Graveside service to follow at Prairie Grove Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana. Condolences may be left online at www.elzey-patterson-rodakfuneralhome.com