Elmer Ora Schwiersch, 85 of Haubstadt, Indiana, passed away at 9 a.m., Sunday, May 3, 2009, at Gibson General Hospital in Princeton.

 

Elmer was born on June 4, 1923, in Haubstadt to Sylvester and Rosetta Schwiersch.

A farmer his entire life, Elmer enjoyed working the land. He could often be found visiting with family and friends while riding his Gator. He was a member of Tabor United Methodist Church and a 50 year member of the Free Masons.

 

Elmer is survived and loved by his wife of 62 years, Viola Schwiersch; two daughters, Brenda (Duane) Erwin and Donna (Hubert) Kruse all of Elberfeld; one son, Larry (Andrea) Schwiersch of Haubstadt; grandchildren, Nicole (Lonnie) Ziliak, Amie (Mike) Hulfachor, Steffney (Lenny Champa) Kruse, Lauren Schwiersch, and Alicia Schwiersch; great-grandchildren, Kyler Duncan, Kendall Hulfachor, Brylee Ziliak, and Kyra Champa. He is also survived by his sister, Anna Mary Holtz and nieces and nephews.

 

Preceding him in death were his parents and brother, Harold Schwiersch.

 

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 7, 2009 at Titzer Family Funeral Homes ~ Volkman Chapel, 2nd & Elm Streets