CHARLES NORMAN DITMAR

FUNERAL HOME

Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home

120 West Mill Street

Ossian, Indiana

CHARLES DITMAR Obituary

CHARLES NORMAN DITMAR, 84, of Ossian, went home to be with his Savior on Monday, Jan. 17, 2011, 5:30 a.m., at Ossian Health-care. Born Aug. 4, 1926, in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, he was the son of the late Charles John and Harriett Elizabeth (Burns) Ditmar. A lifetime resident of Ossian, he was well known by all and enjoyed friends and community. A long time member of the Ossian Presbyterian Church, he was also a lifetime member of VFW and American Legion Post 111, Bluffton. He served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He retired from Tuthill Pump Company, Fort Wayne, in 1978. He worked until he was 81 years of age, most recently working at the Ossian Presbyterian Church, Mike Anderson Chevrolet, Ossian, and Wal-Mart Corp. in Bluffton. Surviving relatives are his only child, Claudia Ditmar Coffield of Boston; grand-daughters, Nicole Marie of Fort Wayne and Jennifer Elizabeth of Ossian. Five great-grandaughters, Desiree', Maria, Nilani, Adriana, and Peyton; and one great-grandson, Tra'el. He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Margie Luella Carver Ditmar, who passed away April 29, 1993. Funeral service is 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 21, 2011 at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home, 120 West Mill Street, Ossian with calling two hours prior. Burial will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the VFW or American Legion. Please visit www.elzey-patterson-rodak.com to leave online condolences.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jan. 19, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES DITMAR

12 Entries

tim krause

April 20, 2011

Jen im really sorry to hear about grandpa. I wish I would have known. I just found out 2 day. I really miss him and you.

David Ohmart

January 23, 2011

Dear Claudia, Nicky and Jennifer,
We were so sorry to hear the passing of Uncle Norman. What a great guy! We loved him so. Our memories of being in Tucson with all of you was so great! Our visit to Indiana in '01 was so enjoyable. It will always be great memories. Our son's middle name is Norman after him. We send our condolences to the whole family. God Bless Norman. He is in a peaceful place along with his wife Margie, sister, and his parents. Love, David, Margo, Patty and Fletcher

Ted & Sharyn Engelbrecht

January 21, 2011

Dear Claudia, Nicky, and Jennifer,
We were so sorry to hear that Norm passed away. He was a special friend at OPC. I have many memories of him when we both worked at the church. He never had an unkind word to say about anyone or anything. He will be missed. But we know he has received his reward in heaven. Sharyn and Ted Engelbrecht

Maxine Nahrwold

January 20, 2011

Claudia and daughters, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father and grandfather. He was very proud of you! I would visit with him many times as I was going to visit with my mother at Ossian Health Care. He always thanked me for the visit. He had many interesting things to talk about. I know you don't know me, but I will miss not seeing him also. My mother passed away in November of last year. So we are both feeling the loss of a parent. God be with you. Maxine Nahrwold

January 20, 2011

Dear Nicole,

I am so sorry to hear your grandpa is leaving behind you and your family. I remember you always talked about him and I know how much you and your sister loved him. But one day you will saw him in heaven. I know that he is watching over you right now while sitting beside God. Even though I did not get a chance to know him, I will miss him. I know you are such a strong woman and you are always and will be always in my prayer. God bless you and your family.

Daff

Karen Myatt

January 20, 2011

Dear Claudia,

I loved your dad! When I came to Indiana 4 years ago, I was so delighted to be able to spend a whole day with Uncle Norman! He showed me all the family homes and burial sites. I had one of the best days of my life and it was because of Uncle Norman and another cousin. His reunions are sweet on the other side and he deserves all that the Father has to give him.

Love, Karen Stotts Myatt (Mary Hess' Daughter)

mary hess

January 20, 2011

From Mary Hess
Dear Claudia and family: Your daddy was like a big brother to me. I loved him so very much and enjoyed my visi with him in 2002. I will miss him and you were fortunate to have him as a Dad.
love aunt mary hess (your aunt Dorothy Herbst's daughter).

Tom and Nancy Haiflich

January 19, 2011

Tom and Nancy Haiflich send sympathy to the family of Norman. Tom went to school with him in Ossian in the early grades.

January 19, 2011

THE KATTE'S-CHARLENE, SKIP AND ANGELA, ASHLEY,LOGAN AND LIAM. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Tim & Judy kaehr

January 19, 2011

Claudia & Family

Sorry to see that Norman passed away. You, Steve and the rest of your family have our prayers.

Tim & Judy Kaehr

Ed & Carolyn Rahn

January 19, 2011

Claudia & Family:

Sorry to hear about your Father's death; I always enjoyed visiting w/ Norm & taking him to church (OPC) & Promise Keeper's at Nel's on the 2nd Tues of each month.
You & your family will be in our prayers.

Chandra May Dial

January 19, 2011

Nic and Ms. Claudia,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Im sure Grampa had a really great life and lived it to the fullest and I can believe that because he had really great people in his life like you! My family and I will keep you all in our prayers during this time and in times to come. May God comfort you and see you thru.

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