Bradly Schmidt

Bradly W. Schmidt, 57, of Wabash, previously of Huntington and Logansport, passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021, at his residence.  Brad was born on June 20, 1964, in Gary, Indiana, to the late Enno F. and Janet R. (Craig) Schmidt.

Brad was a Logansport High School graduate and served in the United States Air Force.  He worked as a metal fabricator at M & S Industrial Metal Fabricators, Inc. in Huntington.  Brad was a big Nascar fan and also loved off-road Jeep mudding contests.  

Brad is survived by one son, Brandon Schmidt, of Winamac, Indiana; one daughter, Kristian Schmidt, of Winamac; two grandchildren, Kamryn Huddleston and Jaelyn Huddleston; one sister, Becky Bolinger, of Kokomo; two nephews, Andrew Bolinger and Joshua Bolinger; and one niece, Tracie Bolinger.

Per Brad's wishes, there will be no public services.

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 have been trusted with Bradly Schmidt's arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

William Wayne "Bill" Unger

William Wayne "Bill" Unger, 76, of Wabash, Indiana and a legend of Spider Lake, Michigan, took his final ski ride at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 11, 2021.  He spent his last days surrounded with family and friends, sharing some of the legendary Spider Lake stories.   

Bill was born on May 1, 1945, in Wabash, to the late Floyd and Viola (Fierstos) Unger.  Bill was a 1963 graduate of Wabash High School and then of the University of Saint Francis.  He was a landscaper, small business owner and entrepreneur, Universal Center and Unger Landscaping.  Bill's early career, he worked at General Tire in the Human Resources Department and also worked at Wabash Magnetics.  He was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash.   He was a founding member of SLPOA and was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Elks Lodge, both in Wabash.  

Bill learned his colorful language and mechanical skills while growing up in the family business, Unger Trucking Company.  He had a strong passion for animals, spending time at the local hangouts and his cabin at Spider Lake.  Bill will be remembered for his wit, humorous storytelling, grit and ingenuity.  Most of all, Bill will be remembered for his love of family and especially of his grandchildren. 

Bill is survived by two sons, Bill T. (Jessica) Unger, of Traverse City, Michigan and TJ (Elizabeth) Unger, of Roanoke; two daughters, Stephanie (Brian) Gottschalk and Emily (Brandon) France, both of Wabash; two sisters, Dorthy Reiken, of Traverse City and Frances (Tom) Whitmyre, of Wabash; eight grandchildren, Isaac Gottschalk, Elise Gottschalk, Isabel France, Magdalen France, Solomon France, Sophia France, Will Unger and Kate Unger.  

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 207 North Cass Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Father Levi Nkwocha officiating.  Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery. 

Visitation will be from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 16, 2021 at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. 

Preferred memorial is to Spider Lake Property Owners Association c/o McDonald Funeral Homes.

Following the burial at Falls Cemetery, the family will be hosting a celebration and to raise a glass for Bill at the REMC building, 350 Wedcor Avenue, Wabash, beginning at approximately 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 17, 2021.  

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

Colleen Conkling

Colleen Conkling, 84, of Roann, passed away at 3:39 a.m. on June 30, 2021, at Miller's Merry Manor - East, in Wabash.  She was born in Roann on October 11, 1936, to the late Roy V. and Opal M. (Teel) Steele.  Colleen married F. Dean Conkling in 1956; he passed away November 12, 2005.  

Colleen is survived by her son, Frederick D. Conkling, of Peru; one sister, Shirley Purdy, of Roann.  She is preceded in death by one sister, Pernella Steele and one brother, Byron Steele.

Per Colleen's wishes, there will be no services.

McDonald Funeral Homes 231 Falls Ave. Wabash, Indiana have been entrusted to Colleen's arrangements. 

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

Wynter Dey Biehl

Wynter Dey Biehl, 26, of Urbana, passed away at 8:10 a.m. on Sunday, June 27, 2021, at her residence.  She was born on July 28, 1994, in Peru, Indiana, to Jeffery T. and Gladys Renee (Darnell) Biehl.  

Wynter attended Northfield High School and graduated from Tricoci University of Beauty Culture in West Lafayette as an Esthetician.  Wynter loved animals and doing arts and crafts.  Most of all, Wynter loved her family.  

Wynter is survived by her parents, Jeff and Renee Biehl, of Urbana; sister, Lexus Ann Biehl, of Urbana; fiancé, Travis Fettig; great uncle, Denny (Debbie) Lauer, of Logansport; great aunt, Susan Dunn, of Urbana; four uncles, Ted Biehl, Kris Biehl, both of Urbana, Roger Biehl, of Tennessee, and Randy Darnell, of Wabash; one aunt Donna Sisco, of Roann; and honorary aunts and uncle, Romi and Kenny Plath, of Urbana and Nicole Lippens, of Phoenix, Arizona.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 2, 2021 at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Brian Chamberlain officiating.  Burial will follow at Speicher Cemetery in Urbana. 

Visitation will be on from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m., on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials are to the Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. 

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

Cory L. Woodward

Cory L. Woodward, 43, a lifetime resident of Wabash, passed away at 12:27 p.m. on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at his residence.  He was born in Wabash, on August 5, 1977, to Sandra (Woodward) Elliott.  

Cory was a 1995 graduate of Wabash High School.  He served in the United States Marine Corp.  Cory was a semi-truck driver.  He loved motorcycles, guns and spending time with his family.  He was a member of the American Legion Post 15 and the VFW Post 286. 

Cory is survived by his mother, Sandra Elliott, of Wabash; two daughters, Samantha (Justin) Woodward-Collins, of North Carolina and Brittany Woodward; three brothers, Robbie Hashbarger, of Wabash, Chris (Jammie) Rowe, of Wabash, and Adam Davis, of Linton; one sister, Kristie (Troy) Bone, of Lagro; one granddaughter, Taylor Collins; one grandson, River Collins; nephews and nieces, Senior Airman, Derrick Bone, Hailey Bone, Lance Corporal, Matthew Davis, Tabi Davis, Drayton Rowe, Chris Rowe, Jr., Dakota Rowe, Gage Rowe, Ian Rowe, and Annabella Rowe. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Larry and Myrtle Woodward and stepfather, Jerry Elliott.

Calling hours will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 9, 2021 at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992.  After calling, family and friends will then proceed to Memorial Lawns Cemetery in Wabash for Military Honors.  

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

Jerry W. Gustin

Jerry W. Gustin, 74, of Wabash, passed away at 5:35 a.m. on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at Life Care Center of Fort Wayne.  He was born on January 23, 1947, in Wabash, to the late Howie and Ruth Gustin.

Jerry graduated from Manchester College with a psychology degree.  He married Linda (Mettler) Wilson; she passed away on October 25, 2004.  Jerry worked at Cyclone Seeder in Urbana.

Jerry is survived by one nephew, William McKinney, of Wabash.  He is preceded in death by one brother.  

A public graveside service will at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, June 24, 2021  at Hopewell Cemetery in Lagro.

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana, 46992, have been entrusted with funeral services for Jerry W. Gustin.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

Frank M. Bostic

Frank M. Bostic, 81, formerly of Wabash, passed away at 6:15 a.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at Florida Medical Center Hospice in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida.  

Frank was born on June 10, 1940, to the late Harold and Barbarette (Brown) Bostic.  He earned multiple teaching degrees from a variety of universities.  Frank began his teaching career at Southwood High School.  He then proceeded to teach at Ben Davis High School, in Indianapolis and then at schools in Chicago and the surrounding area until he retired.  After retirement, Frank moved to Florida.  

One of Frank's favorite Wabash celebrations was Canal Days. Every year that he was able, he would come home for the event, and he would work at Max's Gentry Shop.  Frank also loved going to the casino with his sister, Madelyn.  

Frank is survived by his nieces, Susie Keffaber, of Wabash, Tina Keffaber, of Fort Wayne, and Kimberly (Mike) Baker, of Fort Wayne; great-nieces, Payten Keffaber and Skylar Baker.  He is preceded in death by his brother, Harold R. (Dickie) Bostic and sister, Madelyn (Bostic) Keffaber.  

Per Frank's request, there will be no services.

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 has been entrusted with arrangements of Frank Bostic.