Former Plymouth resident Mildred M. Dillon Fetherolf, 93 of Martinsville, Ind., passed away there on Sunday, June 19, 2011.
She was born June 17, 1918 in Pittsboro, IN to William C. and Julia E. (Shirley) Dillon. She graduated from Pittsboro High School in 1936 and Ball State Teachers College in 1942. She married David T. Fetherolf Jr. in 1943, he preceded her in death in 2003.
A Plymouth resident for more than 60 years, Mrs. Fetherolf will be remembered as a positive influence by her students from Webster Elementary School where she taught fourth grade for 23 years. She was a faithful member of the Plymouth First United Methodist Church. She also did volunteer work for the Red Cross, Friends of the Library, and the Adult Literacy Program in Plymouth.
Surviving are a daughter Peggy Cook, Keller TX, son and daughter-in-law David L. and Mary Beth Fetherolf, Martinsville, IN, and daughter-in-law Kenna Fetherolf Allison, Speedway, IN, grandchildren Jennifer Howard, Indianapolis, IN, Michele Calabrese (Jon), Southlake TX, Melanie Foley (Brian), Martinsville, IN, Jason Fetherolf (Shakira), Orlando FL, Chera Brantley (Alvin), Greenbrae, CA, and Evan Fetherolf, Speedway IN, and four great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were sisters Mary Brackney Stewart, Georgia Church Hayes, Grace Tuttle,and Betty Watts, and son, John C. Fetherolf.
Visitation will be held at the New Oakhill Chapel located on the grounds at Oakhill Cemetery, 1300 Chester St. Plymouth on Saturday, July 30 2011 from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. A family graveside service will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Americare Hospice and Home Health Care, 1150 N. Main, Franklin, IN 46131, or the First United Methodist Church 400 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, IN 46563.
(Ida) Jane Guernsey says
Mildred Dillon was my 4th grade teacher at Pittsboro. That was her first year teaching, and we both learnd a lot.
I was a personal friend of her deceaed sister, Betty, and her husband Jack. I miss Betty a lot, even though she passed away several years ago.
The Dillon family were upstanding citizens of Pittsboro and one we I was very proud t know . My condoleces to Peggy & David, altho they don\’t remember me.
Donna Taber Whitmer says
Dear Peggy and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Mom\’s are very special people. May she soar with the angels!
Donna Taber Whitmer
Anonymous says
I was sorry to hear about the loss of one of my favorite grade school teachers. I was in her fourth grade class at Webster Elementary. We had the best time because we had the fire escape! What fun we had using that for recess. Jon was in my class and that was a great loss to the class of 1976. Both are now in heaven and are together again.
God bless her family.
Holli Shorter-Pifer
Joe Elkins says
Dave and Family,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your Mother. I fondly remember her kindness and graciousness while growing up in the Methodest Church in Plymouth. She and your Dad were pillers in the church, and served as wonderful role models for many of us. Know that our prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Fondest regards,
Joe Elkins
Tracie Sroka says
Dave, Peggy and Families –
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom was such a special lady and will be missed by many!
May wonderful memories bring you comfort and a smile in your hearts!
Robert Fetherolf says
Dear Peggy and Dave and family,
Diane, Tedde and I were saddened to hear of your Mom\’s passing. Although we wiil be unable to attend the Memorial Service planned for later this week, we want all of you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
As I?m certain is the case with all the cousins, I have fond memories of our early Plymouth family gatherings. As nieces and nephews, we all quickly realized that each of our respective aunts and uncles had their own distinctive personalities, including our Aunt Mildred.
To me, Aunt Mildred conveyed a sense of quiet strength and incredible patience. I always marveled at her soft spoken and peaceful demeanor. Most likely this is why Aunt Mildred was usually the one ?delegated? to deal with those sticky cousin issues (like getting along, playing together, sharing, etc.) that sometimes occurred during our family gatherings.
In retrospect, Aunt Mildred was absolutely the right choice for the task – always able to command our attention and resolve our differences with politeness, tactfulness, and sound reasoning. No wonder she was such an incredible 4th grade teacher!
Aunt Mildred served as a great role model to all of us, as both a parent and a professional. I hope that there will be a wild celebration of her life at her Memorial Service on Saturday. It?s OK, Aunt Mildred. We cousins are grown up now!
Love,
Diane, Robert and Tedde
Robert Fetherolf says
Dear Peggy and Dave and families,
Diane, Tedde and I were saddened to hear of your Mom\’s passing. Although we won?t be able to attend the Memorial Service planned for later this week, we want all of you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
As I?m certain is the case with all the cousins, I have fond memories of our early Plymouth family gatherings. As nieces and nephews, we all quickly realized that each of our respective aunts and uncles had their own distinctive personalities, including our Aunt Mildred.
To me, Aunt Mildred conveyed a sense of quiet strength and incredible patience. I always marveled at her soft spoken and peaceful demeanor. Most likely this is why Aunt Mildred was usually the one ?delegated? to deal with those sticky cousin issues (like getting along, playing together, sharing, etc.) that sometimes occurred during our family gatherings.
In retrospect, Aunt Mildred was absolutely the perfect choice for the task – always able to command our attention and resolve our differences with politeness, tactfulness, and sound reasoning. No wonder she was such an incredible 4th grade teacher!
Aunt Mildred served as a great role model to all of us, as both a parent and a professional. I hope that there will be a wild celebration of her life at her Memorial Service on Saturday. It?s OK, Aunt Mildred. We cousins are grown up now!
Love,
Diane, Robert and Tedde
(Ida) Jane Guernsey says
Mildred Dillon was my 4th grade teacher at Pittsboro. That was her first year teaching, and we both learnd a lot.
I was a personal friend of her deceaed sister, Betty, and her husband Jack. I miss Betty a lot, even though she passed away several years ago.
The Dillon family were upstanding citizens of Pittsboro and one we I was very proud t know . My condoleces to Peggy & David, altho they don\’t remember me.
Donna Taber Whitmer says
Dear Peggy and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Mom\’s are very special people. May she soar with the angels!
Donna Taber Whitmer
Anonymous says
I was sorry to hear about the loss of one of my favorite grade school teachers. I was in her fourth grade class at Webster Elementary. We had the best time because we had the fire escape! What fun we had using that for recess. Jon was in my class and that was a great loss to the class of 1976. Both are now in heaven and are together again.
God bless her family.
Holli Shorter-Pifer
Joe Elkins says
Dave and Family,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your Mother. I fondly remember her kindness and graciousness while growing up in the Methodest Church in Plymouth. She and your Dad were pillers in the church, and served as wonderful role models for many of us. Know that our prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Fondest regards,
Joe Elkins
Tracie Sroka says
Dave, Peggy and Families –
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom was such a special lady and will be missed by many!
May wonderful memories bring you comfort and a smile in your hearts!
Robert Fetherolf says
Dear Peggy and Dave and family,
Diane, Tedde and I were saddened to hear of your Mom\’s passing. Although we wiil be unable to attend the Memorial Service planned for later this week, we want all of you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
As I?m certain is the case with all the cousins, I have fond memories of our early Plymouth family gatherings. As nieces and nephews, we all quickly realized that each of our respective aunts and uncles had their own distinctive personalities, including our Aunt Mildred.
To me, Aunt Mildred conveyed a sense of quiet strength and incredible patience. I always marveled at her soft spoken and peaceful demeanor. Most likely this is why Aunt Mildred was usually the one ?delegated? to deal with those sticky cousin issues (like getting along, playing together, sharing, etc.) that sometimes occurred during our family gatherings.
In retrospect, Aunt Mildred was absolutely the right choice for the task – always able to command our attention and resolve our differences with politeness, tactfulness, and sound reasoning. No wonder she was such an incredible 4th grade teacher!
Aunt Mildred served as a great role model to all of us, as both a parent and a professional. I hope that there will be a wild celebration of her life at her Memorial Service on Saturday. It?s OK, Aunt Mildred. We cousins are grown up now!
Love,
Diane, Robert and Tedde
Robert Fetherolf says
Dear Peggy and Dave and families,
Diane, Tedde and I were saddened to hear of your Mom\’s passing. Although we won?t be able to attend the Memorial Service planned for later this week, we want all of you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
As I?m certain is the case with all the cousins, I have fond memories of our early Plymouth family gatherings. As nieces and nephews, we all quickly realized that each of our respective aunts and uncles had their own distinctive personalities, including our Aunt Mildred.
To me, Aunt Mildred conveyed a sense of quiet strength and incredible patience. I always marveled at her soft spoken and peaceful demeanor. Most likely this is why Aunt Mildred was usually the one ?delegated? to deal with those sticky cousin issues (like getting along, playing together, sharing, etc.) that sometimes occurred during our family gatherings.
In retrospect, Aunt Mildred was absolutely the perfect choice for the task – always able to command our attention and resolve our differences with politeness, tactfulness, and sound reasoning. No wonder she was such an incredible 4th grade teacher!
Aunt Mildred served as a great role model to all of us, as both a parent and a professional. I hope that there will be a wild celebration of her life at her Memorial Service on Saturday. It?s OK, Aunt Mildred. We cousins are grown up now!
Love,
Diane, Robert and Tedde