Joan Will
, Indiana
October 11, 2026
Joan Will, 87 of Winamac, Indiana, passed away Monday, October 12, 2026. She was born November 17, 1938 in Gary, Indiana the daughter of Michael Jarosz and Natalie (Gora) Jones. On August 16, 1957 in The Chapel of the Dunes she married Thomas S. Will, who survives in Winamac. Also surviving is her daughter Tamara (Michael Cronch) Tanses of Knox, sons Brian Will of Arkansas and Craig Will of Winamac, grandchildren, Michael of Chesterton, Tabatha of Arizona, Lexi of Arizona and Lauren of Westville and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, stepfather Ernest Jones and a sister Henia (Ted) Bugay. Visitation will be held Friday, October 16, 2026, 10 am to 12 pm at Bartholomew Funeral Home, Funeral Services will follow at 12:00 pm.
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Debra Lynn Crafton
, Indiana
October 9, 2026
In Loving Memory of Debra Lynn CraftonDecember 1, 1952 – October 10, 2026Debra Lynn Crafton, a loving mother, grandmother, and dear friend, passed away on October 10, 2026, after a long journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Debra leaves behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, love, and kindness that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.Debra was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond “Whitey” Crafton and Verea “Mickey” Tabla, her stepfather, Eli Tabla, and her brothers, Billy Crafton and Randy Crafton.She is survived by her son, Kenneth Burrell, and her daughter, Stefanie Burrell (Mike Shalapsik) ; her grandchildren, Kaile (Chris) , Emily (Jake) , Breanna, and Lucas; and her surviving siblings, Scott Crafton (Christine), Roger Crafton (Ann), Jeff Crafton (Janis); as well as several beloved nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.Debbie grew up in Lake Station, Indiana, and spent most of her life in Hobart,…
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