Mary Ellen (Kruzick) Palmer, 73, of Winamac, passed away at her home on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
She was born on February 1, 1953 to the late Phillip Harry and Pauline Jane (Plotner) Kruzick. Mary graduated from Winamac High School in 1973. On March 18, 2005, she married Byrl Lee Palmer in Winamac.
Mary loved the Lord and was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church in Winamac. She was a former member of the Pulaski County Extension Chords and Red Hat Society. She enjoyed singing and spending time with her family. Mary was always willing to help those around her when she was able.
She is survived by:
Byrl Lee Palmer, Winamac, IN Husband
Anthony “Tony” (wife: Amy) Depoy, Macomb, IL Son
Paul (fiancée: Raina) Depoy, Winamac, IN Son
Madison Depoy, Granddaughter
Chloe Depoy, Granddaughter
William “Blade” Depoy, Grandson
Jerry Jayne Winters, Logansport, IN Sister
Harry Michael “Mic” (wife: Charlene) Kruzick, Enid, OK Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Phillip Harry and Pauline Jane (Plotner) Kruzick, Parents
Donald Charles Plotner, Infant Brother
Douglas Phillip “Doug” Kruzick, Brother
Frank Edwin Kruzick, Infant Brother
Jack L. Winters, Brother-in-law
Bryan Douglas Kruzick, Nephew
Visitation will be from 3-9 PM EDT Friday, August 28, 2026 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 PM EDT Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac with Pastor Butch Wildermuth officiating.
Burial will take place at 9 AM EDT Monday, August 31, 2026 at Star City West Cemetery in Star City.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with funeral expenses.
Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.
