Obituary of George Miles

George W. Miles, 72, of Monterey, IN, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at his residence in Monterey, IN. He was born March 23, 1939, in St. Catharines Ontario Canada, to Percy Cameron Henry and Louie Ablet Curran Miles. George came to the United States to join the US Marine Corps. He later became a US citizen. After his discharge from the Marine Corps, George joined the US Army Reserves. He served in the reserves for over 30 years. George was a retired mechanic at the Amoco oil refinery in Whiting, IN. George was a member of the VFW in Culver, IN and the American Legion in Monterey, IN. George enjoyed riding and caring for his horses, fishing and square dancing. He is survived by his daughter Cindy Miles Morris, his sisters and brothers Shirley, Anne, John, Tim, Tony all of St. Catharines. He was preceded by his parents Percy and Louie Miles, his son Christopher, his brother Edward and sister Marylou. A military service was held in Indiana. Family and friends will be received at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL HOME, 585 Carlton St on Friday November 4th from 11 am - 1 pm. followed by a service to honour his life. Burial in Victoria Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.