Donnia Sue Carnes-Sinn

Donnia Sue Carnes-Sinn obituary, Paoli, IN

Donnia Sue Carnes-Sinn

Donnia Carnes-Sinn Obituary

Visit the Dillman – Scott Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.

Donnia Sue Carnes-Sinn, 86, of Paoli, Indiana, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2025, at IU Health Hospital in Paoli, IN. She was born June 7, 1939, in Glasgow, KY to James Harlan Glass and Viola Moss Crews Glass, both of whom preceded her.

She married Amos Carnes May 14, 1956, and he preceded her in death July 24, 1991.

She married Omar Sinn February 14, 2001, and he preceded her February 7, 2013.

She was also preceded by many siblings and her daughter, Anetta Hackney.

Donnia was a member of the French Lick Church of the Nazarene and the Paoli Senior Citizens.

She enjoyed dancing, singing, and spending time with her family.

Donnia worked at the Pluto Corporation for 30 years and eventually retired from the company. She also worked at the French Lick Hotel.

Donnia is survived by:

4 Sons:

Kieth (Judy) Carnes Mitchell, IN

Jeff (Misty) Carnes French Lick, IN

Tim Carnes Paoli, IN

Amos Carnes French Lick, IN

2 Daughters:

Melissa Carnes Orleans, IN

Deanna Tedrow Paoli, IN

14 Grandchildren

Many Great-Grandchildren

1 Great-Great-Grandchild

Cremation was chosen. A memorial service will be planned at a later time. We will update the obituary listing with service information once the family of Donnia finalizes those plans.

Online condolences can be made at dillmanscottfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Dillman – Scott Funeral Home

226 W Campbell St, Paoli, IN 47454

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