Name: Visitation for Robert O'Daniel
Start: 2025-04-25T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-04-25T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Homes and Crematory - Washington St.

Robert (Bob) H. O'Daniel, 91, of Columbus, Indiana, and formerly of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed peacefully from this life on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Nashville, Indiana.

Bob was born at home March 3, 1934, in Waverly, Kentucky, the son of the late Hugh and Theresa (Cruz) O'Daniel.

Bob grew up on a farm southwest of Dale, Indiana, and was a 1952 graduate of Dale High School.

Bob was a United States Air Force Veteran, he attended Mississippi State University for one and half years majoring in Accounting, he graduated from Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana, with a Bachelors in Accounting. He worked for Alcoa Aluminum in Newburgh, Indiana, and in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, Uniroyal in Mishawaka, Indiana, Nibco Inc. in Elkhart, Indiana, and Excel Industries/ Dura Automotive in Elkhart, Indiana.

Bob retired March 31, 1999, and he and his wife Marilyn soon started volunteering for Real Services of South Bend, Indiana, delivering meals on wheels. Marilyn assisted Bob as a caregiver for the Real Services program taking care of men in nursing homes. Bob and Marilyn volunteered at Real Services for 11 years and soon after moved to Columbus, Indiana.

Bob and Marilyn were married 57 years before her passing on April 4, 2016. Bob is survived by his children Kirk (Joy) O'Daniel, Kim (Steve) Yelinek and Denise O'Daniel; his siblings, Margie Mohr, Don O'Daniel and Ruth O'Daniel. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Marilyn and his father and mother and his sister Julie Gay.

In keeping with Bob's wishes cremation will take place. A Mass of Christian Burial service will take place at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Nashville, Indiana, on Saturday, April 26, at 11 a.m. with Father Marty Peter and Deacon Russ Woodard officiating.

Family and friends may gather for a time of visitation at Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home on Washington Street on Friday, April 25, from 4 to 6 p.m. and in the Leighton Gallery at The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana, Saturday, May 3, from 1 to 3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the donor's choice of charity.

Condolences and special memories may be shared with Bob's family at barkes weaverglick.com.

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

Published by The Elkhart Truth on Apr. 22, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
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Teri Hover Parker

April 23, 2025

Growing up around the corner from the O'Daniel home, I spent so much time with them. Mr & Mrs. O'Daniel opened up their home to so many of Kirk, Kim & Deis's friends. I have a lifetime of memories from being there and also traveling with them to Gatlinburg and many swim meets. Mr. O'Daniel was a mighty presence and put up with our shenanigans. Thank you for serving our country in the Air Force. May you rest in peace in the Glory of our Father. My heart felt condolences to the family.

Mary McDonald

April 16, 2025

So many memories of the O'Daniels as I grew up down the street. Stern but loving was Mr O'Daniel. I can still picture his late night walks around the inner circle, in the snow with his winter coat and hood over his head. He would pass by our house. Brisk were his walks. RIP Sending love to you all.

D. Scott Brennan

April 12, 2025

Well done faithful servant.

D. Scott Brennan
South Bend

Lisa Trozzolo

April 12, 2025

My deepest sympathy to the O'Daniel family on the loss of your Beloved Dad. Bob & Marilyn were like a second set of parents to me growing up in South Bend. And 40+ years later, it still seems weird to call them by their first names instead of Mr. and Mrs. O'Daniel. I remember Bob doing his deep knee bends at the house on Chevy Chase, and always welcoming & friendly to me, as if I was part of their family. Even after growing up, I always made it a point to go visit them at Christmas, or anytime I was in South Bend, as well as seeing Kimmie, Kirk, and "Deise." I take solace in knowing Bob is with his beautiful "bride" Marilyn up in Heaven. He will be greatly missed by all, but the memories will always be cherished. God Bless! -Lisa

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April 10, 2025

I worked out at the same gym as Bob for many years. He was an inspiration-not only for his example of lifelong fitness, but also because of his humanity. He always had a greeting and a smile for everyone. You never know in this world if the greeting you give someone might be the only human interaction someone receives that day. Because of Bob, I will remember to push myself out of shyness and make human connections with people I pass on the journey of life. I miss you, Bob. Fly high!

Linda Dix

April 10, 2025

My sincere condolences to the O´Daniel family- Bob and Marilyn were such great neighbors! I always wished that they did not move out of town, but I guess that was just a little selfish. And I was hoping to see them more often over the years, but of course life gets in the way.
My peace of mind lies with the thought of the two of them reunited.

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