O. Russell Dodd, 80, of Niles, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka, Ind., surrounded by his family, following a brief illness.

Russell worked for Studebaker in South Bend, Ind., and then as a journeyman tool maker for Torrington for many years.

Visitation will be Tuesday, Oct. 26, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home in Niles and an hour prior to funeral services on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Brown Funeral Home with Pastor Jerry Kissinger officiating.

Interment will follow at Mission Hills Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions may be made in Russell’s memory to Children’s International Lifeline, 16106 Brookwood Drive, Buchanan, MI 49107.