The Shemwell Family

John David Hoesel Obituary and Family Listing John David HOESEL, 84, Culver, died at 1:35 p.m. Tuesday, at Kindred Hospital in Mishawaka. He was born in Culver on May 7, 1929 to Evert and Sadie (Carter) Hoesel. He is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn "Gwen" Hoesel of Culver; sons, David Graham Hoesel of South Bend, Frederick Allen Hoesel of Culver; daughter, Sara Elizabeth (John) Bean of Lebanon; sister, Sandra (John) Middleton of Culver; daughter-in-law, Mary Hoesel of Bass Lake; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, James Hoesel. Odom Funeral Home - August 9, 2013 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/115101042/john-david-hoesel

Sandra Sue Hoesel Obituary and Family Listing Sandra Sue (Hoesel) Middleton, Sandy, passed away on July 7, 2023. Sandy was born to Evert and Sadie (Carter) Hoesel on Feb. 13, 1936, in Parkview Hospital, Plymouth, Indiana, and she resided in Culver most of her life. It was in elementary school that she met the love of her life, John Arthur Middleton, and their love story began. They were united in marriage at Grace United Church of Christ in 1955 and were seldom seen without one another for the rest of their lives. Sandy chose to follow in her father's footsteps and become a teacher. Her path was lengthy because she gave birth to her two daughters, Susan Elizabeth and Kelly Lynn, along the way. She pursued her degree in education by attending Ball State University, Purdue University, received her B.S. from Otterbien University, and a M.S. from IUSB. Her choice of vocation came from her love of children and wanting to have an impact on their futures. She taught third grade at Culver Elementary for 28 years. Many Culverites remembered her as their favorite teacher and continued to send cards and letters of gratitude long after she retired in 1994. Sandy was a gifted musician blessed with a beautiful singing voice and an amazing talent for playing the piano. Her talent on the piano enabled her to provide the accompaniment for hundreds of elementary band and solo students, sacrificing hours after school practicing with each of them. Music was her passion and it gave her great joy to pass it on. Sandy and John spent their lives side by side building a haven of love and happiness for their family. They built their dream house in 1969 and spent 50 wonderful years with their children, grandchildren, and many pets. They shared their love for animals, gardening, watching wildlife, and creating family memories, not to mention their passion for Purdue University. Sandy's number one in life was her family, rarely missing one of her daughters' concerts or events and later following her grandchildren, always cheering them on. She embraced her role as a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother and showered her family with love and laughter every moment she could. There were many moments spent singing around the piano, trips to the garden, baking, being outdoors, reading with and enjoying her grandchildren. She was passionate about her Christian faith and was a lifelong member of Grace Church where she taught Sunday and Bible School, and served on many other committees. She shared her musical talents singing alongside her mother and daughters in the church choir and provided vocal and piano music whenever needed. With John by her side, did landscaping and holiday decorating at the church, made community meals, and delivered Meals on Wheels. She served the community in countless ways visiting the sick and homebound, tutoring children, helping anyone in need, always with a smile on her face. Her dear friend, Essie McKinnis, called her an earth angel, spreading her love and living everyday of her life as a true Christian. Her kindness, unselfishness and loving heart were inspirational to all that knew her. Sandra is survived by her husband of 68 years, John Middleton, daughters: Dr. Susan (Rick) White and Dr. Kelly (Tim) Lynch, grandchildren: Brodie Terpstra, Blair (Katie) Terpstra, Dr. Jonathan (Lauren) Lynch, Allison Lynch, and Dr. Meredith (Jason) Dunn, great grandchildren: Leona and Phillip Terpstra and Ariana and Lillian Lynch. She was preceded in death by her parents, Evert and Sadie Hoesel, brothers: Richard Hoesel and John Hoesel, and son-in-law, Mitchell Dean Terpstra. Funeral services by the Odom Funeral Home, Culver and burial at the Zion Cemetery south of Culver. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/256567168/sandra-sue-middleton

Sadie M Hoesel (nee Carter) Obituary and Family Listing Sadie M. HOESEL, 95, Culver, died at 6:15 a.m. Thursday at Miller's Merry Manor, Culver. Born in Kewanna to Marion and Mabel NORRIS CARTER, she married Evert B. HOESEL. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Hoesel, a Kewanna High School graduate, came to Culver in 1925 from Kewanna. She was co-owner and operator of El Rancho Theater, Culver, over 40 years and former owner of Culver City Drug Store. She was a member of Grace United Church of Christ, Culver, Culver City Club, Culver Homemakers Club and Emily Jane Culver Chapter Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include one son, John [HOESEL] and wife Gwen, Culver; one daughter, Sandra MIDDLETON and husband John, Culver; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Preceding in death with her husband were one son, Richard [HOESEL], and her parents. Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Grace United Church of Christ, Culver. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, and one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to Grace United Church of Christ, Culver. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/44187896/sadie_hoesel

Everett Hoesel Obituary and Family Listing Monday, May 18, 1987 Evert B. HOESEL, 83, of 455 Liberty St., Culver, died at 10 a.m. Saturday at his home. He had been in failing health for a year. He was born Feb. 22, 1904 at Lake Bruce to John and Cora BRUCE HOESEL. On Dec. 6, 1925 in Rochester he married Sadie CARTER, who survives. He moved to Culver 62 years ago from Leiters Ford. He was a retired Marshall County school teacher, having taught for 33 years, and was owner-operator of the Rees Theater in Plymouth. He was a member of the Culver Grace United Church of Christ and the Culver Masonic Lodge. Surviving with the wife are a daughter, Mrs. John (Sandra) MIDDLETON, Culver; two sons, John D. [HOESEL], Culver, and Richard C. [HOESEL], Plymouth; nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. A sister, Lucile IRVINE, preceded in death. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Culver Grace United Church of Christ with the Rev. Walter VONDEROHE officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Lake Bruce. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Bonine Funeral Home, Culver, where the Culver Masonic Lodge will conduct memorial services at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the Culver Grace United Church of Christ. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/44187862/evert_b_hoesel