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Michael Orn Obituary

PHILO – Michael K. Orn, 65, of Philo passed away on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007, at 4:25 p.m. at Carle Foundation Hospital.

He was born May 19, 1942, in Elkhart, Ind., a son of Charles Russell and Esther (Whittinghill) Orn. He married Judy Kelly on Jan. 20, 1968.

Mike graduated from Nappanee High School in Nappanee, Ind., in 1960 and from Purdue University in 1965 with a bachelor of science. He completed graduate work in Safety Engineering at the University of Illinois.

He recently retired from many years of service with Department of the Army, most recently at Newport Chemical Depot in Newport, Ind., where he was responsible for the neutralization of chemical weapons, assuring national security. He was awarded two Achievement Medals for Civilization Service.

His hobbies included gardening, reading, genealogy, running and his grandsons.

He is survived by his wife, Judy; two sons, Todd (Heather) and Dean Orn; one daughter, Cathy Geister (Ryan); and three grandchildren, R.J. Orn and Will and Ben Geister.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Dean Russell Orn; and a sister, Mary Orn Bergman.

He was a member of Countryside United Methodist Church.

Memorials can be made to Countryside United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Freese Funeral Home, 202 W. Main, Sidney. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Countryside United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ken Hutchens officiating. Burial will be at Locust Grove Cemetery, Philo.

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Published by The News-Gazette on Sep. 17, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Orn

15 Entries

Cindy Gratz

September 12, 2019

Mike was a fair and compassionate person. I worked with him for many years. I was blessed to know him. Prayers to his family.

Karen Clouse Fairfield

October 1, 2007

Judy and family,

I am so very sorry to hear of the death of Mike. I grew up as a friend and neighbor in Nappanee. I think the Orn family was one of the kindest group of folks I have known in my life. I have only wonderful memories of Mike and Dean and all our neighborhood friends.
I am certain that Mike must have been a wonderful influence for you all. God Bless.

cindy (Stotesbery) Gratz

September 21, 2007

Judy & Family: I just got the VERY SAD news. I am deeply saddened. Mike will always live in my heart as a fantastic former boss, friend and just an all-over great guy. I will pray for you and your family. God will bless you and your family and know that he is in a wonderful place. God Bless, Cindy

Mary Gorski

September 21, 2007

Bernie and I are very sorry to hear about Mike's passing. We will pray for you and your family.

Vaughn Adams

September 19, 2007

Dear Judy and family:

We are deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Mike's work with the BCSP was most appreciated by the Directors and performed with both professional and administrative excellence.

May the Lord comfort all of you during this time of grieving loss and by knowing Mike has a new body and heavenly home in Christ.

Allan Corwin

September 19, 2007

Sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. I knew him growing up in Nappanee. We were good friends. Knowing him in school, he must have become a great man.

Bob DeHart

September 19, 2007

Judy and family -- Mike was a true professional, a real gentleman and a dear friend. I will always cherish the time I spent on the BCSP with him, and my numerous interactions / meetings with him. May God bless and comfort you in the days ahead - the good news is that he is in his heavenly home now, awaiting the time that you will join him.

Marjorie Craig

September 18, 2007

Judy, children and grandchildren:

I was very sad to hear about Mike's passing. You have my sincerest sympathy. Mike was the best boss I ever had. He was so kind and caring to everyone. He was a true gentleman. I shall always remember his subtle humor.

He loved you all so very much. May God be with all of you during this time of grief and sorrow.

Anna & Tim Thomson Owens

September 18, 2007

So sorry for your loss--I am glad you have strong family ties to support each other as you cope with difficult time.

Jean McCormick

September 18, 2007

Judy--
I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief.

Bob Whittinghill

September 17, 2007

Judy, Children, and Grandchildren;

I was so sorry to hear of Mike's death. I did not know that he had been fighting cancer for almost a year.

Even though we had very little contact as adults, I fondly remember the times we spent together as children and adolescents.

Please accept my sincere sympathy and know you all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Karla Dukes

September 17, 2007

Todd
So sorry to hear of your loss.
You are in our prayers.
Karla Dukes , Teamsters Local 26

Randy and Angela Reinhart

September 17, 2007

To the Orn Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Bob and Judy Rahn and Family

September 17, 2007

Judy,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Rahn's

David Durham

September 17, 2007

Just wanted to say that my family and I are deeply saddened for your loss. Mike was a wonderful man. We will lift your family up in our prayers as you go through this time of grieving.

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