The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 51, Milford, Kosciusko County, 17 December 1986 — Page 6

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed.. December 17,1986

Community Corner

Orn looks forward to 'busy' retirement

(By MARK HUFFMAN i Staff Writer Like many other lifetime Milford residents, Darrel Orn has seen several changes in the small town of 1,200, but unlike most of those residents, the three-time town board member has partaken in many of the decisions responsible for those changes. Profile Initially running for precinct committeeman, Orn entered the race for town board member after serving one year in 1960. “I took the place of Delbert Roderick, who was forced from his position because people were complaining that there were two board members from the same ward,” he remembers. After getting a taste of the position, the Democrat decided to re-enter his name in 1961, but came out on the short end of a race with John F. Augsburger (since deceased). A stint with the Economic Development Board followed, with Orn helping the organization in its efforts to draw larger industry to the area, such as; Ralston Purina, Kimble Glass, a mill and an addition to the CTB plant. Confessing that his political aspirations failed to subside, Orn agreed to take over Bob Auer’s position on the town board in 1979 and has remained in that seat since, winning the title outright in 1983 after running against Mary Lozano. Interested In Local Government "I was always interested in just how local government operated,” he says of his reason for getting involved. That involvement has also benefitted the town, with Orn teaming with current board members Jean Treesh and Dennis Wuthrich to instigate a storm-sewer project among other things. “We have gone through the first phase of the three phase project,” Orn states, realizing that he won’t be on the board during the final two phases. Other projects that enter his mind include the

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STEPPING DOWN — Leaving a post that has seen many changes in Milford, town board member Darrel Orn reflects on his terms during a rare quiet hour at his Milford home. Several trophies from his years as a softball coach and player can also be seen in the photo. installation of a water tower, sewer services extended to Barth Inc., replacement of water pipes, cable television installation, and upgraded streets and alleys. Admitting that there is still much to accomplish, Orn notes the toughest part of the job has been the existence of substandard housing and junked cars. “Another one of my pet peeves has been the problem of people parking on sidewalks and not keeping them clean. ’ ’ While he has attempted to eradicate those problems, procrastination and resistance from other residents and town officials often hinder those efforts. Nevertheless, Orn emphasizes the importance of listening to citizens’ concerns. “It’s important to listen to the people in the community and to use good judgement in making up your mind,” he says. Stepping down from his town board post December 29, the Milford Democratic chairman will give that same advice to the resident taking his place. “It’s important that a board member never

close his ears to the public, even though he may not agree with what is said,” Orn explains, remembering the many times he returned from his job at Chore-Time Equipment Inc. only to be greeted by complaining callers well into the night. Veteran At Chore-Time A veteran of 26 years at the Milford company, Orn started at Chore-Time after a long stint as assistant plant manager at the Bellows Company, which was located in Warsaw. “They left the state and I was left without a job,” Orn says, remembering the incident 26 years ago that caused him to lose a full head of hair within 30 days. “I was so worried that when I combed my hair whole clumps would come out,” he laughs. Luckily the worry was short-lived, with Orn securing a job at Chore-Time as plant superintendent before beginning an 11-year term in the customer service department, which eventually led to his current position as head of UPS shipments. “Chore-Time has experienced phenomenal success since I started there,” the veteran says, noting the company's international popularity. However, that company will sorely miss one of its vital cogs after Dec. 24, when Orn steps out of the door for the last time. With plans to live in Sarasota (Fla.) for six months and travel the remainder of the year, the Milford resident looks forward to post-retirement. “We have a house in Sarasota that we bought 10 years ago,” he says, adding, “1 plan to play a lot of golf and softball.” An avid sportsman, Orn coached the Milford AA fast pitch softball team that went to the semi-state tournament in the 19405, a talent that bled over into the 1980 s when he coached the Chore-Time team to a Class C state title and Class B runner-up. However, he will forfeit his coaching duties to make way for a spot on the field in Sarasota. “1 plan to play for a 60 and over team 1 had practiced with on previous trips to Florida,” he says enthusiastically, while his wife of 45 years, Evelyn, assures others, “I won’t let him coach anymore.” With two daughters, Janis and Alanna, and a son, James, living outside Milford, the Orns will fill interludes with visits with their nine grandchildren. “It should be a busy retirement," Orn confirms. However, one is led to doubt it could be busier than his past few years on the town board, years that many area residents will miss.

Senior Citizens/Kiwanians hold annual Christmas dinner

Nearly 60 Senior Citizens and Kiwanians met at the Milford Community Building on December 14 for their annual Christmas dinner. The event was sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. Jon Dewart. Kiwanis Club president, introduced Bill Little as master of ceremonies for the day. Little then introduced Harry Tallman of Goshen, who presented a program of Christmas songs, both vocal solos and some sing-a-long selections. Rev. Paul Tinkle gave the blessing before the carry-in dinner was enjoyed by all. Little gave a talk on “Coping with life in the present day " when confronted with good times or bad. This presentation was both amusing and serious. “Happy Birthday" was sung to Erma Chambers and Lois Reuter and “Happy Anniversary” to the Rummels. The Kiwanians had placed a number at each place-setting for the door prize drawing. Those receiving poinsettia plants were

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Don Ahrns, Cornelius Reuter. Mrs. Robert Groves, Mrs. Roy Schultz. Florence Duncan. Florence Stieglitz. Marie Stevenson and Verna Harms. Senior Citizens president Florence Duncan thanked the Kiwanians and Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Free for the table decorations of Christmas toys. Santa Claus and lovely nativity scenes. Mrs. Free mentioned that most of the decorations had been made and loaned to her by Madeline Enyeart. Rev. Hollinger of New Paris, invited everyone to visit with with the Senior Citizen group in New Paris which meets on the fourth Friday of each month with the exception of the months of November and December, when the group meets on the third Friday. President Duncan thanked all the old officers for their help during 1986 and introduced the new officers for 1987. Appreciation

Rhodes* home decorated for yule meeting Priscilla Rhodes' decorated home was the setting December 10 for the Wednesday Afternoon Club’s Christmas party. Maxine McDougal gave the program of Christmas remembrances. The program was introduced by Mrs. McDougal by the words of Peter Marshall. “Christmas is not in the stores, but in the hearts of people." Each member present told of special happenings of past Christmases or shared a precious holiday decoration meaningful to them. Alice Clark lead the group in singing Christmas Carols. A short business meeting was conducted. Serving Christmas refreshments were the hostess and her committee, Joan Sharp, Genevieve Bender, Marylee Clingaman and Marjorie Thornburg. There were 24 members present who received handmade lapel pins on arrival. The club’s next meeting will be February 11 with Alice Stefanski and Mary Lib Fosbrink as hostesses. Retired Teachers hold Christinas party Dec. 2 Sixty-five people attended the Kosciusko County Retired Teachers' Christmas party held December 2 at the Shrine Building in Warsaw. A buffet luncheon was enjoyed by the group. President Melton Brice presided as guests were introduced and the membership list reviewed. Virginia Ditmer then led the group in carol singing. Following this, all participated in a gift exchange and social time. The next meeting will be held in May

was expressed to Mrs. Duncan for all her hard work during the past year. The meeting was then adjourned. Round Table ladies celebrate The Ladies of the Round Table celebrated the Christmas season with a Christmas dinner Monday. Dec. 8. in Calvary United Methodist Church. Syracuse. A surprise visit was made by Santa, played by Jody VanLue. six years old. who distributed gifts and treats to those members present. Carols were sung following dinner. lead by Virginia Ditmer with Anna Change accompanying on the piano. Tables were decorated with ceramic boot favors, made by Karel and Richard Neff, with name tags made by Barb VanLue. The boots were filed with greenery and candy canes. Guests were Jody VanLue and May Moneyhoffer. Committee persons for the dinner were Edith Brice. Karel Neff. Kay Neff. Paula Markley. Anna Chance. Barb VanLue, and Mary Jane Bowton. The next meeting will be Monday, Jan. 12, in the home of Karen Stiver. We wish to thonk all the merchants for their help and support to our sock hop and other things to raise money for our needy families and food boskets. Hooks' Drugs, Ben Franklin, Bales' Butcher Shop, Thornburg Drugs, Louie's Bar & Grill, Lakeland Standard Station, Syracuse Uptown Hardware, England's Family Dining, Vincent's Restaurant, Wawasee Bowl, Augsburger’s, Baker's Farm Market, Marise's Women's & Children's Apparel. Thank you from the VFW Auxiliary Post 1342.

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CALENDAR] Week Os December 17 To December 24 WEDNESDAY Al-Anon 9a.m., in North Webster Church of God AA % 12 noon, in Syracuse Church of God . Syracuse Lions Club 6:30 p.m , in the Beacon AZBHKa Tw Highters Bunco Club 7:30p.m. Psi lola Xi 7:30p.m. Lutheran Church Women 7:30 p.m., In Syracuse Grace Lutheran Church Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m. in Wawasee Episcopal Center, All Saints Episcopal Church, south shore of Lake Wawasee, one-half mile east of South Shore Golf Club on Vernon Road Al-Anon 7:30 p.m. in Sacred Heart Church. Warsaw Al-Anon j 7:30 p.m , in St. Andrew’s United Methodist Syracuse I Syracuse Jaycees \ / 7:30 p.m.. in Lakeland Eagles THURSDAY Ebeneier Ladies Aid 2 p.m. Milford Volunteer Firemen 7 p.m., in Milford Fire Station North Webster Lady Lions vCJj 7 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church Wawasee Community Toughlove ’ 7 p.m., in Lakeland Youth Center. Syracuse. Parent support group for parents troubled by their teenager's behavior. Adult children of Alcoholics 7:30 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church Milford Jaycees 7:30p.m., in CJ'S Restaurant family room North Webster American Legion Auxiliary 8 p.m . in Legion Hall FRIDAY Milford Kiwanis 6:45 a.m., in Milford Community Building Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m., in Wawasee Episcopal Center, All Sainis Episcopal Church, south shore of Lake Wawasee. one half mile east of South Shore Golf Club on Vernon Road SATURDAY Wawasee Kiwanis 7 a m , in Gropp's, Syracuse Turkey Creek Senior Citizens 12 noon, in Syracuse Scout Cabin SUNDAY Alcoholics Anonymous 10a m., in North Webster Fire Station AA, Al-Anon and Aloteen 8 p.m.. in North Webster United Methodist Church MONDAY Lakeland Kiwanis ' 6:45 a.m., in North Webster Church of God Men’s meeting Aerie 3760 7 p.m , in Lakeland Eagles, 404 Sycamore St., Syracuse Columbian Reading 7:30 pm, Al-Anon 7:30p.m.. in Milford United Methodist Church TUESDAY ~ Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary 12 noon in Beacon Restaurant Syracuse Park Board StfrjnfSyc 7.15 pm., in Syracuse Town Hall Wawasee American Legion Auxiliary 223 7:30p.m.. in the Legion hall WEDNESDAY CHRISTMAS EVE Al-Anon ■ 9a.m., in North Webster Church of God AA 12 noon, in Syracuse Church of God Ju Alcoholics Anonymous '/ M 7:30 p.m , in Wawasee Episcopal Center. All Saints Episcopal Church, south shore of Lake Wawasee. one-half mile east of South Shore Golf Club on Vernon Road Al-Anon 7:30 p.m.. in Sacred Heart Church. Warsaw Al-Anon 7:30 p.m.. in Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Church. Syracuse

Mrs. Knisley honored at family reunion The family of Cecil Knisley, New Paris, met in the Jefferson Brennaman Church, Goshen, Sunday, Dec. 14. There were 53 family members and guests present for the carry-in dinner. The annual family reunion is honoring Mrs. Knisley at Christmas. Plan garden now Order seed catalogs and make notes for next year's garden.

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ANNOUNCE ENGAGEMENT - Rev. and Mrs. Bill Stieglitz, r 3 box 95. Milford, announce the engagement of their daughter. Dinah Jo, to Ernest Lee Bergan.* He is the son of Mrs. Nora’ Houser, El Cajon, Calif. Miss Stieglitz is a 1981 of Wawasee High School and a 1985 magna cum laude graduate; of St. Paul Bible College. Min-! nesota. She is employed as a first; grade teacher at Stoney brook; Christian Schools. San Juan* Capistrano. Calif. Her fiance is at 1979 graduate of Granite Hills; High School. El Cajon. Calif, and* received a degree in Biblical* Studies from Christian Heritage' College. El Cajon. Calif. He is the; youth pastor of High School * Ministries at Saddleback Valley!* Community Church. Mission Vie* Z jo. Calif. The couple's wedding will take » place on Saturday. Jan. 17. 1987. C