CLASS NEWS

RECENT OBITUARIES

Ronald C. Bonom

Ronald C. Bonom, 73, died at 8:59 a.m. June 26, 2010, at Lost Creek Care Center.

He was born Aug. 14, 1936, in Lima to Robert E. and Nedra M. Corwin Bonom, who preceded him in death.

Mr. Bonom had been a yard clerk with B&O and Chessie Systems railroads. He was an Air Force veteran serving during peacetime. He was a member of AMVETS, where he served as a trustee and club historian.

He was also a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1275 and Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks Lodge 54.

Survivors include two sons, Steve. L. (Velvet) Bonom, of Ocala, Fla., and Mark E. Bonom, of Long Beach, Calif.; two daughters, Lorraine Y. (David) Bruns, of Lima, and Teresa M. (David) Geiger, of Hilliard; 10 grandchildren; and his former wife, Beryl Enid Dorothy Snowden Landwehr, of Lima.

Graveside services will begin at 3 p.m. Friday in the Dayton National Cemetery, Dayton, with military rites by the Air Force Honor Guard.

Condolences may be expressed at www.chiles lamanfh.com .

Arrangements are by Chiles-Laman Funeral Homes.


Georgetta Adeline Drewry

Georgetta Adeline Drewry, 73, died at 12:15 a.m. June 25, 2010, at Lima Manor Nursing Home. She was born Dec. 29, 1936, in Lima to Booker T. and Margaret Estelle Oglesby Drewry, who preceded her in death.

Miss Drewry was a second-grade teacher in Toledo from 1958 to 1967 and a substitute teacher for Lima City Schools. She had been a clerk for the Lima Police Department and at the Lima Correctional Institute. She was a member of St. Paul AME Church. She was a 1954 graduate of Lima Central High School. She received her bachelor’s degree in 1958 in elementary education from The Ohio State University, Columbus, where she was a member of Theta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, where she served as rush chairwoman. She was the first black woman born in Lima to graduate from OSU. She attended clerk/typist courses at Northwestern Business College in 1978. She was a member of Phi Delta Kappa, a teachers sorority. For those who truly knew her, she was a loving and giving person and will be missed by family and friends.

Survivors include two sisters, Joann Drewry, of Lima, and Shelia Drewry, of New York; two nephews, Bryan Drewry and Brian Payne; two nieces, Nicole Beckom and Traci Payne; and six great-nieces and -nephews.

Services will begin at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Paul AME Church. The Rev. Andrew Newberry will officiate. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Friends may call from 10 a.m. until time of services Friday at the church, where the family will be present one hour prior to services.

Condolences may be sent to JonesClarkFH@aol.com .

Arrangements are by Jones-Clark Funeral Home.

Bill Tempel

William F. Tempel Passed away April 27, 2008 peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones after an heroic battle against a lengthy illness. Mr. Tempel is survived by his Son William and Daughter Sarah, Son in Law Jon, Grandsons lan, Austin and Todd. and Granddaughter Felicity. Mr. Tempel most recently served as a Vice President and Portfolio Manager with Wachovia Securities in San Jose. A true Renaissance man. Mr. Tempel was a graduate of Bexley Hall Seminary, Ohio Northern University and a proud US Army veteran. In his life, he touched many souls from diverse walks of life. Whether leading marches to end poverty in Cleveland, Oh with Dr. Martin Luther King, or providing a role model and mentor to others Mr.Tempel's leadership by example and commitment to the needs of others was a rare gift to all those who were fortunate to have him in their lives. A man of integrity and compassion, who through his humble commitment to doing what was right helped change the world for the better. Mr. Tempel's legacy continues with the establishment of Tempei's Rock Foundation for Children, a non-profit charity dedicated to improving the lives of the children of terminally ill parents. Information on donations can be obtained by contacting; Tempel's Rock, 535 South Curson Ave #5a, Los Angeles, Ca., 90036. Mr. Tempel wilt be sorely missed by his many friends, co workers, and family. Knowing that he is now at peace and in a place of joy may bring comfort but there will never be another man to take his place. God Biess you William, may your journey end at the heart of Heaven itself.
Published in San Jose Mercury News on July 13, 2008


Joan Shaffer


I am sorry to post this information about Joan's passing...

Joan Shaffer (Connally) died at the age of 72 in Santa Clara California.

She is survived by 4 children, 5 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren, as well as her Brother Jack and sister Clingan.

Norris W. Pace Sr.
Feb. 7, 1936 — Oct. 10, 2008

Norris W. Pace Sr., a civil engineer and longtime plant manager of a Lancaster concrete piping company, died Sunday at home in West Seneca under hospice care after a battle with cancer. He was 72.
Mr. Pace was born in Trenton, Mo., and grew up there and in Decatur, Ill., and Lima, Ohio. He graduated from Lima Central High School and attended Ohio Northern University for two years before joining the U. S. Army in 1956 and serving as a cryptanalyst in the Signal Corps for two years. He returned to Ohio Northern afterward and received a degree in engineering in 1961. He was a licensed professional engineer in both Ohio and New York.
He married India Sue Pfeifer in 1960.
After graduating from college, he went to work as an engineer for Price Brothers Co., a concrete pipe manufacturing firm in Dayton, Ohio. He transferred to help build a plant in St. Louis in 1964 and, in late 1966, transferred to manage the Price Brothers plant in Lancaster.
In 1971, the plant became K&S Contractors Supply Co.
The company manufactured concrete pipes and culverts but sold all types of other water works equipment from companies around the world.
“A lot of water lines and fire hydrants you see in Western New York . . . came out of their business,” said his son, Norris W. Jr., of Edinboro, Pa.
Mr. Pace was a former Boy Scout leader and an active member of Ebenezer United Church of Christ in West Seneca.
“My dad was an encourager,” his son said. “He encouraged people to strive and do the things they wanted to do. Whatever you wanted to do, be good at it. That’s what he was about.”
He was an avid hunter and traveler. He enjoyed trips to Europe, particularly later in life.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Norris W. Jr. and Keith R.; and a daughter, Melinda “Mindy” Irons.
A service will be at 10 a. m. Saturday in Ebenezer United Church of Christ, 630 Main St., West Seneca.

John E. Henderson

John E. Henderson, 72, died at 12:32 p.m. Oct. 6, 2008, at St. Rita’s Medical Center.

He was born May 26, 1936, in Lima to John and Cretora Campbell Henderson Sr., who preceded him in death. In September 1956, he married Mattie L. Henderson, and they divorced in 1980. In 1982, he married Marcia Henderson, and they divorced in 1997.

    Mr. Henderson had been a senior chemist assistant in the lab at BP Chemical for 36 years. He was a 1954 graduate of Lima Central High School and attended The Ohio State University and Purdue University, where he studied chemical engineering. In 1955, he was drafted by the Milwaukee Braves to play baseball at spring training in Waycross, Ga., but because of a shoulder injury he was unable to continue his career.

    Survivors include two children, Rhoda Henderson Edwards and Wendell T. Henderson, both of Lima; three brothers, Charles (Mildred) Henderson, Albert White and Ricky White, all of Lima; a sister, Dorothy (David) Reynolds, of Lima; three granddaughters, Tiffany, Kimberly and Suerethia Henderson, all of Lima; three great-grandsons, of Lima; two stepdaughters, Sherrina Ward and Dionne Ward, of Lima; five stepgrandchildren, of Lima; and several nieces and nephews, all of Lima.

    He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert White.

    Services will begin at 1 p.m. Friday at Cornerstone Harvest Church. Interment will bein      Woodlawn Cemetery Mausoleum.

    Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Siferd-Orians Funeral Home.

    Condolences may be expressed at www.mem.com.

In the process of verifying everyone's addresses we have found that Oliver Ramsey has died. We have received no obituary and do not know when he died. If anyone has any information please provide it to me...thank you, RS
rollyk@aol.com

FRANK JOSEPH ROBERTSON JR.

Frank Joseph Robertson Jr., 72, died at 3:58 p.m. March 19, 2008, at Columbus, Ga., Regional Medical Center.
      He was born May 19, 1935, in New Orleans to Frank Joseph and Nancy White Robertson Sr., who preceded him in death. His stepfather, Eddie Searcy, survives in Detroit. He married Leona Cook, who survives in Lima.
      Mr. Robertson retired from Ford Motor Co. He was a member of United Auto Workers union Local 1275 and the American Legion. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran.
      Survivors also include two sons, Steve Haithcock and Marlon (Monica) Robertson, both of Lima; two daughters, Melody Martin, of Lima, and Nancy Robertson, of Columbus; several grandchildren, including Tayonna, Shaundale, Quinten and Issac, whom he raised; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Gloria Scott, of Detroit.
      He was preceded in death by a daughter, Valerie Robertson.
      Services will begin at 1 p.m. Thursday at Fourth Street missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. Earnest Stephens Jr. will officiate. Entombment will be in Memorial Park Mausoleum.
      Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Jones-Clark Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 6 to 8 p.m.
      Condolences may be expressed at JonesClarkFH@ aol.com.

PATRICK J. MURPHY

Patrick J. Murphy, 71, died at 1:47 p.m. Jan. 24, 2008, at Otterbein-Cridersville.
He was born June 9, 1936, in Lima to Alfred T. and Rose M. Clancy Murphy, who preceded him in death.
   Mr. Murphy had been selfemployed in sales and marketing. He spent several years in executive positions with large international and Fortune 500 corporations. Following his retirement, he was a case manager at Lima Correctional Institution. He was a member of St. Gerard Catholic Church. He received his bachelor’s degree in economics and management from the University of Dayton and did his graduate studies in economics and management administration at the University of Chicago. His granddaughter was the apple of his eye.
   Survivors include a daughter, Megan Anne (Ryan) Andrews, of Lima; a granddaughter, Peyton Andrews; three brothers, James Murphy, of Wapakoneta, Gerald (Geraldine) Murphy, of Dayton, and Charles (Terese) Murphy, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; two sisters, Rose Rita Fischbach, of Elida, and Lynda Murphy, of Lima; his former wife and good friend, Robbie Elliot, of Tylertown, Miss.; and his many friends and caregivers at Otterbein-Cridersville, including his “Sarge” Stephanie Neal.
   He was preceded in death by three brothers, Terry A., Thomas and Michael Murphy; and a sister, Alice Jean “Jeanie” Stratton.
   A memorial Mass will begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Gerard Catholic Church. Father George Blasick will officiate. Burial will be in Gethsemani Cemetery, with military rites by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1275.

NADINE SMITH

Rosalie N. Stauffer, 71, of Portsmouth, formerly of Lima, died at 11:20 a.m. Nov. 4, 2007, at the Southern Ohio Medical Center, Portsmouth. She was born June 1, 1936, in Lima to Sanford and Margaret Wallace Smith, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Stauffer was a registered nurse. She was a member of Christ Church Episcopal, Lima. She was a volunteer at Southern Ohio Medical Center. She was a 1954 graduate of Central High School and received her nursing degree in 1958 from White Cross Hospital, Columbus. Survivors include two children, Matthew Eric (Karen Jean) Stauffer, of Delaware, Ohio, and Michelle Elizabeth (Larry) Keller, of Lucasville; 11 grandchildren, Amy Michelle Keller, Angela Marie Keller, Ashley Margaret Keller, Shawn Matthew Stauffer, Stephen Eric Stauffer, Mitchell Don Stauffer, Alicia Teresa Stauffer, Mark Wayne Stauffer, Tessa L.A. Henry, Jeanne E. Henry and Zoey E.N. Hunter; and two great-grandchildren, Hunter Eric Stauffer and Conner James Patton. She was preceded in death by a sister, Sharon Elizabeth Neuman. Graveside services will begin at 2:30 p.m. Friday in Woodlawn Cemetery, Lima. Father Mark Hammond will officiate. Arrangements are by Siferd-Orians Funeral Home, Lima.

MARILYN WILCOX

Marilyn J. Adams, 70, died at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 29, 2007, at St. Rita’s Medical Center.
She was born Dec. 14, 1936, in Lima to Francis Wilcox and Vi r g i n i a Alspaugh Anders, who preceded her in death. Her s t e p m o t h e r, Juanita Wilcox, survives in Lima. On Nov. 17, 1975, she married James E. Adams, who preceded her in death.
   Mrs. Adams had been a clerical worker at Quinns Painting Contractor. She was a 1954 graduate of Lima Central High School. She loved her family, her kitty and watching birds. She respected nature. She enjoyed watching football and doing crafts.
   Survivors also include a daughter, Susan (Eddy) Nicholson, of Everett, Wash.; three stepdaughters, Barbara (Ron) Doty, of Columbus Grove, Mary Kay Adams, of Bakersfield, Calif., and Connie Adams, of Tucson, Ariz.; a stepson, James E. (Vi) Adams II, of Bakersfield, Calif.; two grandchildren, Heather White and Curtis Nicholson; a greatgrandchild, Isaiah Nicholson; and a cousin, Helen Fouriner, of Lima.
   She was preceded in death by a brother, William Wilcox; and her stepfather, Charles Anders.
   Services will begin at 1 p.m. Friday at Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home. Wanda Werking will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
   Friends may call from 11 a.m. until time of services Friday at the funeral home.
   Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlain huckeriede.com.


Martha Jo called and informed us that Nancy Jo passed away last night. A little ironic that she would pass on the night of the mini-reunion. She attended nearly all the ones we had in the past and always had a good time.

Rolly, you may want to e-mail all the classmates that have e-mail, that I have not included above, and maybe place it on the website.
Thanks,
Ron Cook



Nancy Joan "Nancy Jo" Greer, 70, of Lima, died at 3:20 a.m. Oct. 21, 2007, at her residence.
She was born Nov. 5, 1936, in Lima to John E. and Beatrice L. Medaugh Smith, who preceded her in death. On June 3, 1972, she married C. Blake Greer, who died Aug. 19, 2000.
Greer was a member of the Lima Trinity United Methodist Church. She worked at Baldwin-Lima Hamilton, Lima Electric, and Duff Truck Line. She also was a teachers aide for Lima public schools and was very active with Encore Theatre. She was also a 24-gallon blood donor for the American Red Cross. She was interested in genealogy and she discovered her family was one of the first families to settle in Allen County. She was a Daughter of the American Revolution.
Survivors include two sons, Richard (Becky) Schramm, of Bremerton, Wash., and David (Carol) Schramm, of Georgetown, Ky.; a daughter, Kim Schramm, of Cridersville; and six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Richard E. Smith.
Services will begin at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Trinity United Methodist Church. The Rev. James Kuhn will officiate. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in Lima.
Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rita's Hospice, 770 W. North St., Lima OH 45801, or to the American Cancer Society, 740 Commerce Drive, Suite B, Perrysburg, OH 43551.
Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com.

Note from Ginny Lhamon along with the obituary for classmate Phil Hefner.

Phil went to school with us, he went to Irving School and then to Central Vocational School. He was a good friend and has been ill for several years.

Ginny

LIMA NEWS, December 20, 2006

PHILIP B. HEFNER, 70, died at 9:55 a.m. Dec. 19, 2006, at his residence.

    He was born Nov. 18, 1936, in Lima to Perry F. and Inez L. Luke Hefner, who preceded him in death. On May 28, 1959, he married Janice L. Crites, who survives.

    Mr. Hefner retired in 1997 as a final inspector from Ford Motor Co. Lima Engine Plant, after more than 39 years. He was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1275 and a member of Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge 54 and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 370. He coached midget football for 17 years. He was an Army veteran, serving with the 101st Airborne. He enjoyed golfing, the outdoors and especially working on his farm. He loved being with his grandchildren, who were the light of his life.

    Survivors also include two sons, Mark E. Hefner and Jeffrey B. Hefner, both of Lima; a daughter, Lisa B. (Jeff) McVicker, of Lafayette; a brother, Warren H. Hefner; a sister, Barbara (Louie) Daley, of Lima; and 11 grandchildren, Brooke Hefner, Andy Hefner, Jessica Hefner, Sean Hefner, Emily Mann, Linsey Mann, McKenzie Mann, Jefferson McVicker, Madison McVicker, Kyleigh Hefner and Kayla Hefner.

    He was preceded in death by a son, Daniel C. Hefner; and a sister-in-law, Pat Hefner.

    Services will begin at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Chiles-Laman Funeral Homes, Shawnee Chapel. The Rev. Terry Brock will officiate. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, with military rites by VFW Post 1275.

    Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

    Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or St. Rita’s Hospice.

    Condolences may be expressed at www.chileslamanfh.com.

Lima News....June 18, 2006

I am very sorry to report that class member DEAN H. OGLE died at 7:30 a.m.
June 16, 2006 at the Medical University of Ohio in Toledo.
Dean was born March 4, 1936, in Lima to Rolla and Nellie Allen Ogle, who preceded him in death. On Nov. 23, 1963, he married Barbara Pierce, who survives in Lima. He worked for Reynolds Plumbing and Heating and previously worked for Campnell Construction, Keifer Construction and Norm Stewart Construction. He graduated from Lima Central High School in 1954. He enjoyed fishing and working. He was a veteran of the Army.
Survivors include five sons, David D. (Angela) Ogle of Cairo, James M. Ogle, Richard A. (Rose) Ogle and Bradley W. Ogle, all of Lima, and Timothy J. Ogle of Mesa, Ariz.; a daughter, Lisa M. Ogle of Lima; three brothers Don Ogle of Columbus, Layton (Joy) Ogle of Lima and John (Charlotte) Ogle of Wilkesboro, N.C.; three sisters, Phyllis Leist of Findlay, Lorraine Luscavo of San Diego and twin sister Arlene Courtney of Lima; eight grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Rita Ogle of Lima. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill and Bob Ogle.
Services will begin at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Chiles and Sons-Laman Funeral Home, Shawnee Chapel. Burial will be in Gethsemani Cemetery, with military rites by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1275. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday and one hour prior to the service Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be expressed at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.

Lima News....Ferbruary 4, 2005

LOUIS ROBERT PATTON, 69, died at 2:55 p.m. Feb. 1, 2005, at St. Rita's Medical Center.
He was born March 25, 1935, in Huntsville, Ala., to Louis and Ella Mariah Bone Patton, who preceded him in death. On Jan. 23, 1959, he married Janette Fant, who survives in Lima.
Mr. Patton retired from Ford Motor Co. as a job setter after 36 years. He was a member of United Auto Workers Local 1219, Colonial Hills Golf Club and Lost Creek Country Club.

He was a U.S. Air Force veteran.

He probably played on every golf course in and around Lima. He loved and enjoyed his family very much. He loved his car and he loved golf.

Survivors include a son, Guyland K. (Tina) Patton Sr., Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif.; three daughters, Temple D. Patton of Lima, Leslie G. Patton of West Chester, and Karla M. Patton of Atlanta; six grandchildren; a brother, James (Dottie) Patton of Lima; and two sisters, Ella (Columbus) Bryant of San Jose, Calif., and Mary E. (Bill) Banks of Lima.
Services will begin at 1 p.m. Monday at St. Paul AME Church. Pastor Edward Butler will officiate. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Jones-Clark Funeral Home, with family present from 6 to 8 p.m.
Condolences may be sent to JonesClarkFH@aol.com.