Obituaries
Robert N. O'Donnell
January 12, 1933 to October 30, 2011
ROYAL CENTER - Robert “Bobby” Norman O’Donnell, 78 of Winamac, passed away at 4:09 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 30, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.
Born Jan. 12, 1933 in Jasper County, he was the son of the late John E. and Helen M. (Baker) O’Donnell. On Aug. 5, 1967 he married Bonnie L. Fitz, and she survives.
 Also surviving are sons, Robert O’Donnell and wife, Sugil of Apopka, FL. and Stephen O’Donnell and wife, Karen of Goldsboro, N.C.; daughters, Michele Fox of Winamac, Anita “Tina” Geyer and husband, Gary of LaPorte, Michaela Stout and husband, Kurt of Star City, Connie Duda of Morton, IL., Bonnie Reinhold and husband, David of Winamac and Michelle O’Donnell of Tampa, FL.; and sister, Joan Page and husband, Raymond of Monon.
He was also survived by grandchildren, Shawn, Ryan, Steven, Drake and Robert O’Donnell, Evan, Robert II, Valarie, Jasmine, Ann Marie O’Donnell, Caitlin Miller, Cody J. Fox, Ashley Reinhold, LCPL, Ross Reinhold, Donald Stout, Megan Banerjee and husband, Chitrak, Kyla Stout, Christopher Duda and Stephanie Duda and great grandchildren, Robert III and Tre O’Donnell.
He was also preceded in death by daughter, Kimberly O’Donnell, brothers, John O’Donnell and Hugh O’Donnell and sister, Margaret Weaver.
Mr. O'Donnell was a 1951 Pulaski High School graduate and was also a U.S. Navy veteran serving in the Korean War. He worked at Galbreath, Inc. as plant supervisor, retiring in 1999 after 45 years. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac. He was also a lifetime member of the V.F.W. Post #1728 and the American Legion Post #71, both in Winamac.
He loved his dogs, camping and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center Chapel where there will be a scripture service at 7:30 p.m. A mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday (Nov. 3), at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac with Father Martin Sandhage officiating. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior’s Fund and/or one’s favorite charity.
Olive M. Carson
August 21, 1917 to October 29, 2011
WINAMAC - Olive Marie Carson, 94, of Winamac, passed away at 12:32 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.
She was born Aug. 21, 1917, in Winamac, to the late George and Myrtle Clark Allen. She married James E. Carson on Aug. 4, 1948, in Winamac. He passed away on Dec. 30, 1993.
 Survivors include:
Barbara A. (Eric) Stotler, Winamac, Daughter
Richard Allen Perry, Winamac, Son
Charles Rebeck, Winamac, Son-in-law
Christina (Brian) Cyr, Fowler, Granddaughter
David Stotler, Francesville, Grandson
Samuel (Kimberly) Stotler, Delphi, Grandson
Matthew Rebeck, Evansville, Grandson
Anne (Nick) Ardizzone, Seattle, WA, Granddaughter
Karl Rebeck, Tacoma, WA, Grandson
Joshua Cyr, Great Grandson
Jessica Cyr, Great Granddaughter
Rachel Cyr, Great Granddaughter
Eric Cyr, Great Grandson
Carson Stotler, Great Grandson
Kyle Stotler, Great Grandson
Preceded in death by:
Betty Carson Rebeck, Daughter
Clarence Allen, Brother
Mrs. Carson was a lifelong resident of Winamac. She was a member of the Tippecanoe Christian Church, Winamac. She attended the Christian Women's Fellowship.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday (Nov. 2), at the funeral home with Rev. Edward Clark officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac.
Memorial donations may be given to the Tippecanoe Christian Church.
Sharron A. McGee
March 26, 1935 to October 26, 2011
FRANCESVILLE - Sharron A. McGee, 76, Francesville, passed away at 3:12 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 26, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home, Francesville.
She was born March 26, 1935, in Francesville, to Walter and Sylvania Rotruck Onken. She married Reece J. McGee on Dec. 2, 1978, in Winamac. He survives.
 Also surviving are:
Lisa A. (Shaker) Cavness Hites, Monon, Daughter
Lydia L. (Tim) Cavness Mounce, Francesville, Daughter
Kaelin C. Shipley, West Lafayette, Step Daughter
Reece Jon (Stacie) McGee, San Marcos, TX, Step Son
Shanna Beth McGee, Cleveland Heights, OH, Step Daughter
Haley Clark, Whiteland, Granddaughter
Heath Mounce, Whiteland, Grandson
Katy Hites, Mocksville, NC, Step Granddaughter
Sarah Watts, Brooklet, GA, Step Granddaughter
Kate Shipley, Indianapolis, Step Granddaughter
Christina Shipley, West Lafayette, Step Granddaughter
Jacob McGee, San Marcos, TX, Step Grandson
Hannah McGee, San Marcos, TX, Step Granddaughter
8 Step Great Grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Walter "Turk" Onken, Father
Sylvania "Tootie" Rotruck Onken, Mother
Richard Cavness, Former Husband
Mrs. McGee lived most of her life in Francesville and graduated from Francesville High School in 1953. She also graduated magna cum laude from Purdue University with a master's in educational media specialist.
She was employed in the Francesville school system as a secretary and teacher's aide before graduation. She then became the librarian and media specialist at West Central Schools.
Mrs. McGee was a board member of the Monon Public Library and the Monon Summertime Players. She obtained her private pilot's license in the 1960s and flew for many years. She also was a motorcycle enthusiast and a member of the former Francesville Cyclepaths. She was an avid horsewoman and animal lover. She was also an avid Purdue University fan and member of the John Purdue Club and Purdue Alumni Association.
A private family service will be held at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville. Burial will be in Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.
Memorial donations may be given to the American Cancer Society.
Nancy L. Thomas
September 1, 1958 to October 22, 2011
ROYAL CENTER - Nancy L. Thomas, 53, of Winamac passed away at 8:45 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22, at her residence.
Born on Sept. 1, 1958 in Logansport, she was the daughter of William R. Thomas and Della Schultz.
 Survivors include her children, Triston W. Smith and wife Lindsay of Indianapolis, Danielle N. Fisher of Star City and Dillon T. Gilman of Star City, companion, Daniel R. Dillman of Star City, mother, Della Wall of Winamac, sister, LuAnn Wells of Ft. Wayne, brothers, Steve A. Thomas and Ronald W. Thomas both of Winamac, and grandchildren, Kayla Schultz, Brayden Mathias, Miley Smith and Kylie Fisher.
She was preceded in death by her father, William R. Thomas.
Ms. Thomas formerly owned and operated GT’s Bar in Grill in Winamac and until her death was the office manager at Dillman Auto and Tire Service in Winamac. She was a member of Touch of Life Church in Warsaw. She enjoyed gardening, flowers and crafts.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at Harrison-Metzger & Rans Funeral Homes, Royal Center Chapel. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, (Oct. 29) at McKinley Memorial Gardens in Winamac with Pastor Ed Clark officiating.
George Miles
March 23, 1939 to October 23, 2011
WINAMAC - George W. Miles, 72, Monterey, passed away at 12:05 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 23, at his residence.
He was born March 23, 1939, in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, to the late Percy Cameron Henry and Louie Ablet Curran Miles.
 Survivors include:
Cindy Miles Morris, Daughter
Anne Jeanette Hodson, Sister, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Shirley Sarah Marks, Sister, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
John Curran Miles, Brother, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Timothy Michael Miles, Brother, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Anthony James Miles, Brother, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Jade Hoesel, Bass Lake, Close Friend
3 Grandchildren
1 Great grandchild
Several Nieces and Nephews
He was preceded in death by:
Christopher George Miles, Son
Edward Miles, Brother
Marylou Joyce Wagar, Sister
Mr. Miles moved to the U.S. to join the U.S. Marine Corps. He later became a U.S. citizen. After his discharge from the Marine Corps, he joined the U.S. Army Reserves. He served in the reserves for over 30 years. He was a retired mechanic at the Amoco oil refinery in Whiting. He was a member of the VFW in Culver, and the American Legion in Monterey. He enjoyed riding and caring for his horses, Ruby, LuLu and Buddy, plus fishing and square dancing.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m., Friday, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. The funeral service will follow at 4 p.m., (Friday, Oct. 28), at the funeral home, with Pastor Mark Pilger officiating. Military services will be conducted at the funeral home following the funeral service. Burial will be in Victoria Lawn Cemetery, located at St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada on Nov. 4.
Memorial donations may be given to the VFW in Culver, or the Golden Horseshoe and Saddle Club.
Opal Fairchild
February 22, 1922 to October 22, 2011
MEDARYVILLE - Opal Fairchild, 89, of Medaryville, passed away at 11:40 o,n,m Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011 at Jasper County Hospital, Rensselaer.
She was born Feb. 22, 1922, in Salyersville, KY, to the late Clark and Middie Johnson Collinsworth. She was married July 7, 1942, in Greenup County, KY, to Roy Fairchild. He survives.
 Also surviving are:
Roy Fairchild Jr., Francesville, Son
Estil (Connie) Fairchild, North Judson, Son
Earl (Judy) Fairchild, Knox, Son
Robert Fairchild, Medaryville, Son
Steve Fairchild, Medaryville, Son
22 Grandchildren
34 Great Grandchildren
Anna Powers, Salyersville, KY, Sister
Preceded in death by:
Vickie Fairchild Nelson ,Daughter
Beacher Collinsworth, Brother
Grover Collinsworth, Brother
Gladys Prater, Sister
Rinnis Cooper, Sister
Hugh Fairchild, Grandson
Donna Fairchild, Daughter-in-law
Mrs. Fairchild was a homemaker and had formerly worked at the Medaryville Garment Factory and the Monon Garment Factory. She also had worked at the Kingsbury Ordinance Plant. She was a resident of Indiana for 70 years, coming from Kentucky. She collected antiques and loved dogs.
Friends may call after 11 a.m., Wednesday, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., (Wednesday, Oct. 26), at the funeral home, with Pastor Leonard Allen officiating. Burial will be in Independence Cemetery, Medaryville.
Douglas Russell Dilts
January 12, 1952 to October 15, 2011
JAKARTA, INDONESIA - Word has been received of the death of Douglas Russell Dilts, 59, of Jakarta, who passed away suddenly Saturday, Oct. 15, while in the field working on a community development initiative in Sumatra, Indonesia.
 He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on Jan. 12, 1952, to the late Russell Allen and Mary Charlotte Fritz Dilts, who were originally from Winamac. The family moved from Cincinnati to Augusta, Ga., in 1962.
He married Wahyu Setyowati in Solo, Indonesia in 1985 and together they raised five children, Bayu Dilts, Bima Dilts, Sari Dilts, Yudhistira Dilts, and Dewo Dilts. He is also survived by his sisters, Barbara Dilts of San Francisco and Martha Dilts of Seattle, and several first cousins in Winamac.
Mr. Dilts graduated from the Academy of Richmond County, Augusta, in 1970 where he was honored to serve as the Cadet Colonel. He graduated from Stanford University in 1974 and later received his doctorate of education in international education from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, in 1988.
After spending a season working on the Alaskan Pipeline to pay off student loans, he first went to Indonesia with Stanford's Volunteers in Asia program in 1975. He then worked for World Education in Indonesia and Thailand. He also led the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization's (FAO) Integrated Pest Management System program starting in Indonesia and expanding to 12 Asian countries. Most recently, Mr. Dilts was the regional coordinator for USAID's Environmental Services program in North Sumatra following the 2005 tsunami.
He spent more than 30 years in Indonesia leading development initiatives ranging from adult education to farmer extension to community-based natural resources management. He was known and loved by his friends and colleagues for his unique ability to inspire them to achieve more than they thought possible. He was firmly committed to the rights and dignity of all people, and his work provided voice to millions of farmers and rural poor to organize and achieve a better life.
Mr. Dilts and his wife Wahyu established the Dilts Foundation www.diltsfoundation.org or www.facebook.com/diltsfoundation in 1995 that works with street children and poor urban communities to provide education, employment training, and medical care.
He was buried in the San Diego Hills Cemetery in Karawang, West Java.
Donations to continue his charitable work with children in Jakarta may be sent to:
Barbara Dilts (checks payable to Barbara Dilts)
51 Norwood Avenue
Kensington, CA 94707
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