Obituaries

Ron Arrington of the Class of 1962 passed away on April 21, 2019.  

Along with his carefree manner, Ron might best be remembered for playing basketball all four years in high school (three of those were on the varsity team).  His skills on the court led to the Mustangs being Eastern Hills League co-champions in the 1960-61 season and Eastern Hills League champions for the 1961-62 season.

After graduation, Ron attended Grove City College in Pennsylvania where he played four seasons of basketball.  During that time, he scored 1,069 points to become a member of the college's Thousand-Point Club.

Obituary for Ronald R Arrington

On Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019, Ronald Royce Arrington, went to be with our Lord and Savior at the age of 74.

From his birth on May 8, 1944 in Princeton, West Virginia to his death on Sunday, he brought joy and laughter to those around him. A graduate of Dartmouth College’s advanced management school; Ron was an extremely successful entrepreneur. Ron will also be remembered as a bright and shining light in the various committees, roles he held, and church where he served.

Ron truly lived life to its fullest through simple pleasures; watching and analyzing sports, caring for his dear pets, and enjoying a nice glass of fine red wine. Ron loved his family and friends dearly, and had an uncanny ability to connect and reach people in a deep way.

Ron is survived by his wife, Tina, her parents (Ruby and Randall), his stepdaughter Robyn (Daniel), and his brother, Dave (MHS Class of 1957) (Cheryl). He will also be forever treasured by his two step grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Service will be held on Saturday, April 27, at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 195 East Barry Avenue Hwy 59, Foley, AL. A Celebration of Ron’s life will be held after the service at 5:00 p.m. at The Grand Hotel, Point Clear, AL.

The family will greet friends at church on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Ron can be made to the Furrever Homes Animal Rescue (13147 Breman Rd., Elberta, AL 36530) or First Presbyterian Church of Foley, AL.

Arrangements are entrusted to Cason Funeral Service in Foley Alabama.  https://www.casonfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Ronald-Arrington/#!/Obituary

 

John F. Dumont, beloved husband of Cleda P. Dumont (nee Hatfield), devoted father of John F. (Julie) Dumont Jr, Cheryl (Donald) Flannery, and Steve (Julie) Dumont, loving grandfather of Chelsea, Katie, Emily, Tristan, Stephen, and Sarah, caring great-grandfather of Matthew, Ashley, Zachary, Ireland, and Maddie, and dear brother of Marilyn Justice. Died July 1st, 2018. Age 92. Residence Union Twp. He served as Principal of the former Miami Hills/John F. Dumont Elementary for 24 years in the Madeira City School District and proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII. Funeral services will be held at T.P. White & Sons Funeral Home, 2050 Beechmont Ave., Mt. Washington, on Friday, July 6th at 12 pm. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Friday from 10:30 am to 12 pm. www.tpwhite.com

Published in the Kentucky Enquirer on July 3, 2018

 

 

Dwight Everett Parsons, 70, of Lebanon, OH, passed away Saturday, June 30, 2018 at Cedarview Nursing Home in Lebanon, OH. 

He was born June 7, 1948, son of the late Donald and Dolores (Mohler) Parsons.

Dwight is survived by his wife, Cheryl (Tipton) Parsons; a son, Robert and Bethany Parsons; a daughter, Heather and Mark Wright; a brother, David Parsons; 7 grandchildren, Rachel, Kelly, Lisa, Logan, Austin, Oscar and Onslo; 3 great-grandchildren, Emma, Farrah and Cove; 3 step-children, Kristen Bair, Scott Bair and John Bair and 2 step-grandchildren, Meghan and Logan Bair.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Dawne and a brother, Donald Dean Parsons.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Thursday, July 5, 2018 at White-Schwarzel Funeral Home in Coolville, OH. Burial will follow in the Frost Cemetery.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home Thursday, from 11:00 A.M. until time of service.
In lieu of flowers, please go to parkinson.org to donate in Dwight's name.

You are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.whiteschwarzelfh.com.  To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Dwight Everett Parsons please visit the funeral Home's Sympathy Store.

 

Born in Jamestown, NY  Resided in Maineville, Ohio

Roger "Denny" Johnson of Maineville. Beloved husband of 46 years to Colleen (nee McCane) Johnson. Loving father of Chad (Chrissy) Johnson and Tammy (Tim) Allen. Proud grandfather of Ciera Johnson, Brayden Johnson, A.J. Johnson, Olivia Allen and Austin Allen. Dear son of the late Roger and Helen Johnson. Dearest brother of Doug (Kay) Johnson. Passed away June 5, 2018 at the age of 74.

Denny was a teacher and coach for Loveland Schools from 1972-1999. As head varsity coach, he lead the football team to the first ever state playoff game. He served in the U.S. Air Force for four years active duty as a Sgt. and also in the Reserves. For 30 years, he was a heavy-handed bartender and an avid golfer at O'Bannon Creek Golf Club.

Friends will be received Monday, June 11 from 5-8 PM in the Tufts Schildmeyer Funeral Home, 129 N. Riverside Ave., Loveland, where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 AM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Cincinnati.

 

John Eric, Jr., City Councilman of Deer Park, age 42, died suddenly on Tuesday Feb. 7, 2017. Beloved son of John Sr. and Barbara Faulkner Perin and sadly missed brother of Joan Ellen Perin (David Lewis), niece Hannah Marie Seitz. John was a 1993 graduate of Deer Park High School. He leaves a host of cousins, other family and friends to mourn his passing. Visitation is Friday Feb. 10th 5-8 pm at Staley Funeral Home 7140 Plainfield Rd Deer Park 45236. Funeral Mass on Saturday Feb. 11 at 10 AM at St. Saviour Catholic Church 4136 Myrtle Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45236. Online guestbook at www.staleyfuneralhome.com

Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on Feb. 10, 2017

 

Nancy Miller Johnson passed away on Sunday, October 30. Inoperable internal bleeding. Not suspected until it was too late. She was 68 years old.  She is survived by her husband, Bruce Johnson, two children and six grandchildren.  There will be no service or gathering, per her wishes.  She did not designate any charities or organizations for memorial gifts or donations.  The family request no flowers.

 

Linda J. Constant, beloved daughter of the late Ronald and Ruth Constant, dear sister of Sandy Reder (Madeira Class of 1965) and David (Vicki) Constant, also survived by her loving dogs Sadie Grace, Sammy and Sophie Mariana. Passed away on August 18th at the age of 65. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 29th from 10AM until the time of memorial service, 11AM at Old Armstrong Chapel, at the corners of Indian Hill Rd. and Drake Rd. The family asks that memorials be made to either Armstrong Chapel UMC, 5125 Drake Rd (45243) or Save The Animals Foundation, www.STAF.org.

 

James Robert Aspinwall, Jr. went to Jesus Tuesday, July 12, 2016. James 'Jim/Jimmie' was born in Bay Village, Ohio to James Robert Aspinwall Sr. and Velda V. (Pinkie) Aspinwall, September 25th, 1945. James graduated from The Ohio State University. In addition he went to The New York University's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences and The University of Cincinnati, Ohio. He served our country in Vietnam as a First Lt. in the Army in the Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol during 1968 - 1969. James was preceded in death by both his parents. He is survived by Alette, daughter Anieke Aspinwall, son James R. Aspinwall III, sister Deborah Petrigala (James) and niece Lauren and nephew Scott. Visitation will be from 9-10, Saturday, July 16, 2016, at Southside Assembly of God, 4750 Cleveland Heights Blvd. The service will follow visitation. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in James' name to Southside Assembly of God Missions or Building Fund. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.heathfuneralchapel.com - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theledger/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=180674702#sthash.dzanshSE.dpuf

Michael went home with the Lord on December 02,2015 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He will always be remembered for his love towards his family.  He was survived by a daughter, Natalie Victoria Heflin.  There was no public service.

 

 

  

Romano, Ruth Mary passed away at General Hospital (now University of Cincinnati Hospital) on August 1, 1965 at the age of 32.  Miss Romano was born on December 4, 1932 to John A. Romano and Mary Bowen Romano.  She was survived by her mother and brother, John Romano. 

Miss Romano graduated from Commerce Chase College (A.S.C.), University of Cincinnati (B.S.Ed) and Xavier University (M.Ed.).  As an educator at Madeira High School she taught Typing I, II; General Business; and was Ninth Grade Co-Ordinator and Guidance Counselor.  Her door was always open to her students and is remembered for her understanding smile and advice.

 

 

Francis R. Lang, beloved husband of the late Marie V. (nee Vitale) Lang, passed away on March 23rd at the age of 94. Frank was born in Lowell, OH to John L. and Mary (nee Huck) Lang. He graduated from Lowell High School. He was known as "The Piano Man" as he very much enjoyed playing the piano. He served as a medical soldier in the US Army, from 1942-1945, where he was awarded five Bronze Stars for his tour in Europe. He went on to graduate from the University of Cincinnati in 1948. From 1948-1975 he had many roles that included teacher, guidance counselor, assistant principal and principal, at Madeira High School. He was also an adjunct instructor at the University of Cincinnati and Clermont College from 1976-1981. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Margherita McLaughlin and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Carl, Leo, Lewis and John Lang, sister, Mildred Arnold and brother-in-law, Peter Vitale. Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 28th from 9:30AM until the time of Mass of Christian Burial 10AM at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, 7754 Montgomery Rd. (45236). Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at our website, ThomasJustinMemorial.com

 

Helen Swafford passed away in Bakersfield, CA where she lived with her husband Oscar (teacher at Indian Hill). They moved to CA in the early 80's and lived next to their son Dr. Albert Swafford (Al) until her passing on July 21, 1996. She had been in good health with some problems with her back that caused her a lot of pain but she lived a full life playing with grandchildren, fishing lakes in surrounding counties and touring trips in their motor home. She enjoyed Al's 3 children living just next door; watching them swim and play through the years. She taught Home Echonomics at MHS and was the sister of Lillian Coe who was also a teacher at MHS.   For more information on Mrs. Swafford Click Here.

 

Former Teacher at Madeira High School and Mother of Jan Coe Davis (Class of 1964)

February 13, 1920 to June 23, 2014, born in Harlan Kentucky to Albert and Retha Manning Lewallen. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 68 years, James, who passed away in 2008; brother Egre Lewallen (Norma Keesey); sisters, Helen Swafford (Oscar) and Ethel Green (Richard). Lillian is survived by daughter Jan Davis and son-in-law Ernie Davis of Fort Myers, FL and Lexington, KY. She was blessed with one grand daughter, Stacy Davis, of Lexington and one great grandson, Brody Solomon, who she thought the sun rose and set. Also surviving family members are 2 nephews, Dr. Albert Lewallen (Solveigh) of Bakersfield, CA and Ernie Lewallen, (Debbie) of Cincinnati, Ohio and 1 niece, Jayna Wilson (Charles) also of Cincinnati, Oh. Numerous great and great-great nephews and nieces. A special thank you to Lillian's loving caregiver, Myrna Hatfield of Somerset who sat by her side talking and watching old TV shows for 3 summers. Attended Harlan High School and received her teaching degree from the then Eastern Kentucky State Teachers College where she majored in Business Education. Later returning to Eastern to gain both a Masters degree and Rank 1 certification that she used to educate young people for almost 5 decades in Kentucky at Harlan High School, Clay County High School and in Ohio at Madeira High School. She will be remembered for her ability to listen to students' problems and her never ending smile of encouragement to those around her. For "Ms Coe", teaching was not a job but a life's work she dearly loved and respected. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home - Main Street in Lexington, KY by Steve May. Burial will be in the Lexington Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 p.m. until the time of the service Monday at the funeral home.

 

Passed away on January 6, 2014 in Clearwater, Florida from cancer at the age of 68. 

GULLEY, Gloria 68, of Clearwater, went to be with the Lord and her husband in eternal rest Jan. 6, 2014. She is survived by her sister Patricia; nieces Dawna Marie and Nichole and nephews David and Christopher.

 

 

Former Madeira High teacher, Ann Hern, passed away on November 8.  She had been a resident of Maple Knoll Village in Springdale.  She taught at Madeira High School starting in the 1959-60 school year through the 1962-63 year.  Her three sons attended Madeira.  Roy - Class of 1961. Denny - Class of 1964 and Paul - Class of 1968.  

 Dr. Ann (nee Fluber), Professor Emerita of the University of Cincinnati, passed away Friday, November 8, 2013. She spent thirty years in the classroom as a teacher of English and Speech and she is the author of a textbook on word processing. Dr. Hern was the wife of the late Roy D. Hern who passed away in 1985. She is survived by her three sons, Roy Jr, Dennis and Paul; eight grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. After her retirement, Dr. Hern became a Bronze Life Master at Bridge and served over forty thousand volunteer hours at Bethseda North and Good Samaritan Hospitals. She was a resident of Maple Knoll Village in Springdale, Ohio. Burial will be at the Hopewell Cemetery in Montgomery, Ohio. Services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to VITAS Hospice Care, 11500 Northlake Dr., Suite 400, Cincinnati, OH 45249. Condolences to www.vorhisandryan.com

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Scott B. Devoted husband for 46 years to Kay M. Houston. Loving father of Brian Houston and Heather (Brad) Jones. Grandfather to Caitlin and Lance Houston and Riley, Olivia and Jack Jones. Son of the late Frank and Birdena Houston and brother to the late Lance and Frank Houston. Passed away suddenly Sunday June 30, 2013 at the age of 67. Scott loved children. In lieu of flowers, memorials requested to St Jude Childrens Hospital, Memphis, TN or Shriners Hospital for Children in Cincinnati. Services will be private. Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home assisting the family. www.mrfh.com 

Victor EFFLER (1929 - 2012) - Former Teacher at Madeira High School   Victor Francis, age 83, beloved husband of Vera Bergdolt Effler (nee DiMuzio). Preceded in death by his first wife of 42 years, Evelyn (nee Foht) Effler. Also preceded in death by three brothers, Father Herbert Effler, OFM, Edward, and Lawrence, as well as three sisters, Mary Alfkin, Laura Rabe  and Anita Runnels. Dear brother of Grace Heising.  Devoted father of Teri Doyle (Alan), Jim (Debbie), Grace Comber (Robert), and Paul (Allison). Loving Grandpa of Jessica, Janice, James, Helen, David, Elise, Mary Grace, Jenna, Ariana, Sarah and Victor; and six great-grandchildren. Beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Stepfather of Kathy Barnum (Jim), and Sally Helmchen (Rick). Victor was born on January 3, 1929 and lived most of his life in Reading, Ohio, where he was deeply involved in civic, community and church life. He held elected positions for nearly two decades as Council-at-Large and as Treasurer of the City of Reading. He served in the Marines in Korea and his deep sense of patriotism kept him active in American Legion Post 69 and the Reading Democrat Club. He taught Spanish at Madeira High School for three decades, as well as at several part-time venues following that. Even when not formally engaged in his profession, Vic was always a teacher by his wise and practical example. He passed away on June 15, 2012 from complications of congestive heart failure. Visitation was on Wednesday, June 20, 5:30-7:30 PM at Schmidt Dhonau Kucner Funeral Home, 8633 Reading Rd. Mass of Christian Burial was on Thursday, June 21 at 10 AM at Sts. Peter & Paul Church, 330 W. Vine St, Reading. Memorials may be made to the Southwestern Franciscan Missions, P.O. Box 12395, Albuquerque, NM 87195-0395. schmidtdhonaukucner.com Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on June 17, 2012

Jack was the brother of Patsy Trefzger Kulesza from our Class of 1965.

 

 

 

 

 

Steven Charles Keeton - Madeira Class of 1964 Passed way on November 25, 2002 at the age of 58. Enquirer Obit on 11/27/2002 -   KEETON Steven C. beloved husband of Karen Keeton (nee Bokelman) devoted father of Kathy (Andy) Manbeck and Kelly (Scott) Lutz, loving grandfather of Harrison and Mackenzie Lutz and Bekah Manbeck, dear son of William J. Keeton and Dorothy Carmell, dear son-in-law of Robert and Johanna Bokelman, brother of Jon Keeton, also leaving behind many loving relatives and friends. Suddenly November 25, 2002. Age 58 years. Steve was a US Navy Seal, a retired Cinti. Police Sergeant, and the Director of Maintenance for Fath Management. Steve will always be remembered for his unique wit, hard work and devotion to family and friends. He will be truly missed. Service at T. P. White & Sons Funeral Home 2050 Beechmont Ave. Mt. Washington on Monday, December 2 at 11 A.M. Friends may call on Sunday from 4-7 P.M. In lieu of flowers and family prefer donations to the Steve Keeton Memorial Fund c/o Bank One 822 Delta Ave. Cinti. 45226 for his grandchildren's college fund. ww.tpwhite.com.

 

 

Robert Edward Stouffer - Madeira Class of 1964

Per John Perin research: Date of death: July 30, 2001, Hamilton Co., Ohio Enquirer Obit: 8/1/2001 STOUFFER Robert E., beloved husband of Jeanett (nee Sterwerf) Stouffer, devoted father of Julie Jones and Lisa Stouffer, dear grandfather of Travis, Destinee and David Jones, dear brother of Ann Drennan and David Stouffer, loving son of Richard and the late Katie Stouffer. July 30, 2001. Memorial service 1 P.M., Friday at the Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church, 8000 Miami Ave., where friends may call from 7-9 P.M., Thursday. Contributions may be directed to the American Parkinsons Disease Assoc., 231 Bethesda Ave., Suite 4005, Cincinnati 45229. Vielhauer-Clepper Funeral Home, 731-1944 serving the family.

 

(Marcia) Ruth Klerks (Odom)  - Madeira Class of 1964

Passed away on July 29, 2000 of Cancer at the age of 53.             Marcia Ruth Klerks (Odom) died from Cancer on July 29, 2000.  She is buried at the Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier, California.

Bruce Alan Reich - Madeira Class of 1964

Date of death per John Perin's research: DOD: Aug. 14, 1982 Age: 36 Residence: Montgomery, Ohio, USA Survived by: Wife Kathleen, Children, Jeffrey Alan, & Sherri Ann, and Mrs. R.N. Reich brother, Wayne E. (MHS '57)

Sandra Jo Fite (Rogers) - Madeira Class of 1964

Deceased November 8, 1978, in Clinton County, Ohio at age 32