Buck Parcel

Buck Parcel obituary, Medaryville, IN

Buck Parcel

Buck Parcel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Frain Mortuary - Winamac on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Kermit E. "Buck" Parcel, 96, of Winamac, IN passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at his home. He was born on January 31, 1929 in Star City, IN to the late Cecil and Eva (Miller) Parcel. Buck graduated from Star City High School in 1947. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1951-1954. Buck was a member of the Winamac American Legion Post #71. On June 11, 2016, he received his Quilt of Valor.
On April 26, 1951, Buck married the love of his life, Elizabeth A. "Betty" Widup. Buck and Betty enjoyed many special friendships with local couples. They were married for 64 years before Betty passed away on November 30, 2015.
Buck worked as a tractor mechanic at the local Case Dealer for many years. He also held jobs at Eaton's, Galbreath's, and Winamac Elevator. At age 91, Buck retired from NAPA in Winamac.
Buck was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Winamac. He enjoyed golfing and woodworking. Buck was an avid Chicago Cubs and IU Basketball fan.
He is survived by:
Denise Parcel, Winamac, IN Daughter
Mark Parcel, Winamac, IN Son
James Widup, Brother-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Cecil and Eva (Miller) Parcel, Parents
Elizabeth A. "Betty" (Widup) Parcel, Wife
Darwin "Doc" (wife: Barb) Parcel, Brother
Gerald (wife: Anna) Parcel, Brother
Darl Dean (wife: Betty) Parcel, Brother
Visitation will be from 11 AM – 1 PM EDT Friday, June 6, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 PM EDT Friday, June 6, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN with Pastor Kim Powell officiating.
Burial will take place at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac, IN. The VFW and American Legion will conduct Military Graveside Services.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Toys for Tots.
Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
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