Albert W. Straw
Albert Wayne “Al” Straw, 76, of Winamac, passed away on Friday, March 8, at his home.
He was born on June 19, 1947, in Winamac to the late Richard Albert “Dick” and Agnes May (Reinholt) Straw. Al graduated from Winamac High School in 1965 and attended Ball State University. He proudly served in Vietnam and received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army in 1969. On June 3, 1972, he married Debbie Ginn at the Methodist Church in Kewanna. Later in life, he earned an associate’s degree in accounting. Al retired as a supervisor from Tyson in Logansport, after a dedicated career.
Al was a former member of the American Legion and the VFW. He was a member of the Heartland Church in Winamac. He valued serving his country and community. For many years, he served as a Little League coach and organized youth summer basketball. Al was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs and IU Basketball (and after coming to his senses, he became a Boilermaker fan). In his younger years, he enjoyed playing softball on the Sheppard’s Chevrolet team as well as bowling in local leagues.
Al valued time spent with his friends and family. He was a loving husband and caring father. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by wife Debbie (Ginn) Straw, Winamac; daughters: Leslie (Straw) Coatie, Elkhart, Jennifer Straw, Lafayette and Angela Straw, Logansport; son Scott Straw, Winamac; and five grandchildren.
Preceded in death by parents: Richard Albert “Dick” and Agnes May (Reinholt) Straw; and sister, Alberta Straw.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, March 15, at Heartland Church in Winamac, with Pastor Herb Hiatt officiating.
Burial will take place at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Lake Bruce. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.
Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m., Thursday, March 14, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac and one hour prior to services at the church Friday.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Honor Flight Lafayette or Heartland Church.
Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
(Pulaski County Journal — March 13, 2024)