Tuff Cole Uebler

Tuff Cole Uebler, 16, of Francesville formerly of Royal Center passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning from injuries sustained from an automobile accident near Francesville.

Born on August 26, 2007 in Gilette, Wyoming, he was the son of Donald Uebler, Sr., and Loretta (McKim) Kowalczyk. Tuff attended Pioneer High School and enjoyed playing sports. He was currently working for Pelsy Septic and Plumbing in Francesville. He was a hard worker and enjoyed spending time with his friends.

Survivors include his mother, Loretta Kowalczyk of Francesville, grandmother, Katrina McKim of Royal Center, brothers, Brett McKim of Royal Center, Donald Uebler, Jr. of Warsaw, sisters, Gail Kowalczyk of Michigan and Serenity Uebler of Michigan, aunts and uncles, Travis McKim of Marion, Jane Wolf of Colorado, Tom Day of Illinois, and Misty Day of Virginia and nephew, Elliot McKim of Royal Center.

He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Uebler, Sr., grandfather, Steven McKim, uncle, Steven McKim, Jr.

Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, 304 S. Chicago St., Royal Center. Pastor Ryan Lewellen will officiate.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at the funeral home.

Burial will be at Kistler Cemetery, Royal Center.

Memorial contributions can be made to the funeral home to assist the family with funeral expenses.

Tuff’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com. Donations can also be made through our website at the make a payment tab.