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NIELSEN, GREGG R. Beloved husband of Mary Beth (nee Dillhoff) for 31 years. Devoted father of Alex Nielsen ‘20. Dear brother of Jerry (Lynda) Nielsen and Jeanne (Scott) Maxwell. Son-in-law of Joe and Phil Dillhoff ‘50. Brother-in-law of Barb (Joe) Rohs, Cathy (Ed) Sarky, Susie (Steve) Denison and the late Joe (Connie) Dillhoff III ‘75. Passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2016. Age 59. Visitation Sunday, July 17th from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home, 10211 Plainfield Rd., Evendale. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, July 18th at St. Gertrude Catholic Church, Madeira. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lungevity.org. For expanded obit information, go to www.mrfh.com 

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FISCHER, ROBERT FRANCES ‘44, 89, of Roswell, GA, formerly of Gulf Shores, AL Beloved husband of 55 years of the late Kathleen A. (nee Glenn); loving father of Michael Fischer of Juneau, AK, Mary Beth Pearson (Barry) of Marietta, GA, Jayne Hettenbaugh (Greg) of Randolph, N.Y., Paula Will (Carl) of Aurora, OH, Kathleen Reilley (Kevin) of Fairview Park, OH, and Mark Fischer of Denver, NC. Robert was blessed with twelve grandchildren: Billy Fischer, Katie Bowen (Frank), Matt Pearson (Shannon), Tim Hettenbaugh, Kaylee Hettenbaugh, Anna Will (affianced to Luke Raper), Jessica Will, David Will, Daniel Reilley, Robert Reilley, Kathlyn Reilley and Hamilton Fischer. Robert was truly blessed with three great grandchildren: Mason, Elizabeth and Frank C. Bowen V. Another great grandson is arriving in June. Robert is survived by his brother, Donald Fischer ‘47 (Pat); sister-in-law, Mary Elizabeth Becconsall (Dick); three brother-in-laws: Jim Glenn (deceased Mary), Tom Glenn (Blanche) and the late Terry Glenn (Dianne). He was a special uncle to many nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Anna. He was born and raised in Cincinnati, OH. and graduated from St. Xavier High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. Robert was a radar/sonar/radio operator. He obtained a Bachelor's in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering from the University of Detroit, and a Master's in Business Administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati. Robert had a successful 42 year career in manufacturing with the Gruen Watch Company, Hartmann Luggage, TRW Globe Motors and ending as the Vice President of Operations for the Shop-Vac Corporation. He retired in Gulf Shores, Alabama. He enjoyed spending quality time with his family at the beach and with his friends on the golf course. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Memorial service will be held February 15 at 10:30 am at St. Andrew Catholic Church 675 Riverside Road Roswell, GA 30075 Family would appreciate contributions, in memory of Robert to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Association Georgia Chapter 3525 Piedmont Rd. NE Building 6 Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30305 www.jdrf.org A.S. Turner and Sons Funeral Home & Crematory.

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CREED, ROBERT J. SR. ‘44 "Honest Bob" - Beloved husband of Mary Lee (nee Schmitt) Creed and the late Joan (Doering) Creed; Devoted father of Pat (Paul) Sagel, Bob Jr. (Kathy) Creed, Dan (Julie) Creed, Tony (Mollie) Creed, Susie Robben, and the late Mary Ann Wilson (Ron Wilson); Dear grandfather of 15 grandchildren and 20 great- grandchildren; Brother of the late Mary Angela Creed, Jerry Creed ‘40, Oliver Creed ‘41 and Tom Creed ‘43; Also survived by many nieces and nephews; Robert was a WWII Veteran, a member of the Knights of Columbus and former member of the Mt. Healthy American Legion; Bob passed away in Ft. Meyers, Florida on July 12, 2016 at the age of 90; Visitation will be held at St. Therese Little Flower 5560 Kirby Ave. Cincinnati, Ohio on Tuesday from 9:00 A.M. until time of Mass at 10:00 A.M. Burial to follow at St. James Cemetery; In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to St. Therese Church in North Ft. Meyer, Florida or the ALS Foundation; Bob was very faithful to the Catholic faith; There will be a Memorial Mass at St. Therese Church in North Ft. Meyer Florida at a later date; Condolences may be sent to www.neidhardyoungfuneralhome.com 

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BOEHME, KENNETH W. ‘50, devoted husband of 52 years of Jean Boehme (nee Trischler), loving father of Ken (Cathy) Boehme '83, Karen (Brian) Cromer, Billy (Jean Bohl) ’92 Boehme and cherished grandfather of Alex, Paul, Greg, Brian Kromer ‘17, Kayla, Billy and Mikey. Also survived by many caring relatives and friends. Ken was a Korean War Veteran, former Vice President of Ohio Knife Company, a member of West Point and Air Force Academy Parents Clubs, professional baseball player for the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Yankees, a member of KOM Minor League Hall of Fame, and a longtime Baseball coach for St. Antoninus Parish. Died July 13, 2016 age 84. Visitation Tuesday 9 AM at St. Antoninus Church, 1500 Linneman Road, followed by the celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave, 5th fl, Norwalk, CT 06851 or Cincinnati VA Medical Center., 3200 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220. www.meyergeiser.com

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GEERS, EDWARD JOSEPH JR. ’62, 71, of Scappoose, Oregon, passed away on December 15, 2015, after a long illness.Edward was born in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1944 to Edward and Romaine Geers. He grew up there with three brothers (Bill Geers ‘64, Bob, and Joe). Edward graduated from the Alexian Brothers School of Nursing in Chicago followed by the St. Francis School of Anesthesia where he became a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, a.k.a. The Gas Man.

Ed married Kyle Ann Larson in 1968. They had two children (Sarah and David) then moved to Florence, Oregon in 1973. Ed worked at PeaceHealth Hospital providing anesthesia for over 30 years. They adopted two more children (Michelle and Christopher) in 1976. In his spare time, he worked and volunteered in a variety of interesting pursuits; commercial fisherman, volunteer fire fighter, gas station attendant, mechanic, and real estate agent. He served on the Siuslaw School Board for over a dozen years.

In retirement Ed moved to Scappoose to be close to his family. He served on the Board at Springlake Park and lived in the Rose Valley community for over five years where he made many good friends. Ed is survived by his brothers, Bill (Maryanne) of Crawfordville, Florida and Joe (Eileen) of Deltona, Florida; sister-in-law, Elizabeth Geers of Charlotte, North Carolina; his children, Sarah (Michael) Havlik of Scappoose, David, Michelle, and Christopher; former wife, Kyle King; beloved grandchildren, Anika and Kevin Havlik; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Bob Geers.

A Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Sunday December 20, at 2 p.m., at Hustad Funeral Home, 7232 N Richmond Avenue in Portland. A Funeral Mass and reception will be held on Monday December 21, at 11 a.m., at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, 51555 Old Portland Road in Scappoose. A celebration of life in Florence is planned for May 2015. 

In lieu of flowers, consider doing a corporal work of mercy. Ed, a lifelong Catholic, would love to have you do something for others.

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GARGANO, MARIE A. (NEE MONGILLO) beloved wife of the late Joseph A. Gargano, devoted mother of Patrick J. and Joseph J. Gargano, Nancy J. Mongillo, Mary Lynne Perkinson and JoAnne Baracka, all of Cincinnati, John A. of North Bend, OH and Michael P. Gargano of Chicago, IL. Loving grandmother of 13 grandchildren, including Michael J. Perkinson ‘07, 26 great grandchildren and 3 great- great grandchildren. Dear sister of the late Jean R., Jack A. and Louis Mongillo. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Saturday, July 16, 2016 after a long illness, age 91. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, July 21, 2016, 10:30am, St. Jude Church, 5924 Bridgetown Rd., 45248. Visitation in church one hour prior to Mass. Interment St. Joseph New Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Ralph Meyer & Deters Funeral Home (rmdfuneralhome.com) serving the family. 

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KAMMERER, FRANKLIN O. JR., known as "Kamie", beloved husband of the late Mary Helen (nee Porteous) Kammerer. Devoted father of John (Mary) Kammerer ‘74, Rick Kammerer ‘76 (Tim Cagle), Doug (Julie) Kammerer ‘78 and Barb (Don) Moon, all of Cincinnati. Cherished grandfather to John Kammerer, Jr ‘10., Christy, Will Kammerer‘10, Joe, Ellie Kammerer, Carolyn and Erin Moon, and Amy Lee. Born February 4, 1924 to Helen M. (Johnson) and Franklin O. Kammerer, Sr. at The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati. Passed away peacefully July 18, 2016 at 92 years old. Clifton School, Hughes High School'42, UC College of Business '50, Sigma Chi Fraternity. WWII Veteran, Navy Air Corps, Radioman First Class. In 1958 he took the bold, entrepreneurial move of starting his own firm of Kammerer Sales Company. Forever proud that his sons John, Doug and daughter Barb joined him in this successful business. In his 92nd year he continued to go into the office and watch over his legacy. For many years an active member of St.Mary parish, Hyde Park, Eastern Hill Tennis Club, Hyde Park Tennis Club. Member of Ryland Lakes Country Club, Ryland Heights, KY, for 31 years. For 19 years he faithfully volunteered at Children's Hospital up to 6 months before his death. He and Mary Helen were blessed with 50 years of marriage. He died exactly ten years after her, both on July 18. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, July 23, 9:30 AM, St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 1600 Madison Rd, Cinti, 45206. A private burial will be held at Gate of Heaven cemetery. Visitation Friday, 3:00 - 6:00 pm, Geo. H. Rohde & Son Funeral Home, 3183 Linwood Rd., Cinti, 45208. Complimentary valet provided. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Down Syndrome Association of Gr. Cincinnati, 4623 Wesley Ave, Cinti, 45212, and The Christ Hospital Heart Research, c/o The Christ Hospital Foundation, 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 528, Cinti, 45219. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rohdefuneral.com

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BUCHER, VIRGINIA E. (NEE HAMAN), beloved wife of the late Thomas Bucher ‘54. Loving mother of Kim Silver (Steve) and Linda Rayburn(Larry). Cherished Gran of Thomas Silver (Becky) ‘05, Stephanie Hibbard(Jon), Philip Rayburn ‘07 and Michelle Rayburn. Great-gran of Max, Maddie and Parker. Dear sister of Bill Haman(Jane). Passed away on July 14. Memorial Mass at St. Vincent Ferrer Church, Sat. July 23 at 10:00 am. Private interment at a later date, Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice 

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PEREGRIN, ROSIE was born in San Miguel, New Mexico on September 4, 1943. She joined her beloved husband in Heaven on July 15, 2016. Throughout Rosie's life she carried a tremendous will to survive the many challenges life can bring to bear while remaining steadfast in embracing the many joys of being a homemaker, wife, parent and grandparent. Rosie's greatest pride is found within her loving family. Over the years, Rosie spent her time collecting cookbooks and sewing machines and enjoyed refurbishing old hidden treasures like furniture, artwork, and tools. Rosie's passion for independence and curiosity were two of her most memorable strengths. Rosie was predeceased by her devoted husband of nearly 40 years, William C. Peregrin ‘58. She was also predeceased by many brothers and sisters. Rosie is survived by her daughter Lisa Kinney and two grandchildren, Cameron Kinney and Baylee Kinney. A funeral service and greeting of friends and family to celebrate her life will be held Saturday, July 23rd from 10:30 AM until 11:30 AM at Gilligan's Funeral Home 8225 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 45236. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of Cincinnati or Alzheimer's Association . Condolences may be expressed at: GilliganFuneralHomes.com 

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FAHEY, GLORIA A. (NEE BENSON). Beloved wife of late Richard Fahey. Loving mother of Michael (Didi), Patrick (Carol), Thomas (Helen), Joe (Diana), Henry (Pamela) and the late Rick Fahey. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, including Benjamin Fahey ’14, two great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Sister of Janet (Larry) Sowders, Betty (Jim) Burk, Richard (Karen) Benson, Bob and Carol Benson and the late Gil Benson, Roger Benson and Peggy Feldmann. Sister in law of Bonnie Benson and Denny Feldmann. Died July 16, 2016, age 83. Gloria donated her body to the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Catharine of Siena Church, 2848 Fischer Pl. Westwood (45211), on Saturday, August 13 at 10:30 a.m., A Luncheon reception will be provided immediately following mass at a location near Church. Memorials may be made to St. Catharine Grace Fund. 

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SPOUSE

ELDER, JOAN A. (NEE NUSEKABEL), beloved wife of the late William F. Elder ’53, loving mother of Jeff (Liz) Elder, Mary Haskins, Rick (Maribeth) Elder, Robb (Janet) Elder and the late Dan (Julie) Elder, grandmother of Michael, Lindsey, Jordan, Sarah, Ben, Vicky, Christopher (Shannon), Olivia, Tim (Jayme) and Tommy, great grandmother of Collin, Aurora and Alyssa, sister of Edward (Carol) Nusekabel, James (Tina) Nusekabel, LaVerne (Ben) Fliehman, Ruth (late Chuck) Holzman, Carol (late Al) Wesseler and the late Ginny (late Don) Miller, sister-in-law of Marilyn (Hank) Andrews. Died, Wednesday, July 20, 2016 age 78. Visitation at Rebold, Rosenacker & Sexton Funeral Home, 3700 Glenmore Ave, Cheviot, Monday, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Visitation again on Tuesday, 9:30 AM until the Funeral Mass at 10:30 AM at Bayley Place. Burial to follow in St Joseph Old Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, The Elder Family suggests donations to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society , 4370 Glendale-Milford Rd (45242), or Alzheimer Disease Association, 644 Linn St. (45203). Condolences may be shared with the family and donations completed online at: www.rebold.com.

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SCAHILL, JOAN C., beloved wife of the late John P. Scahill ’45 and daughter of the late Edward and Ann Ahlers. Passed away on July 19, 2016 at age 86. Sister of Donald (Joan) Ahlers ’47 and the late Carol (Robert) Marck, Step-sister of Phyllis Nordman, loving Aunt to nine nieces and nephews, also survived by a host of friends. She was a graduate of the University of Cincinnati's College of Business Administration and worked as a Financial Analyst for the General Electric Co. for a number of years. She was considered a career woman before that term became fashionable and had the distinction of being the very first woman in all of GE, to be selected for and graduate from, their unique three-year executive financial training program, becoming the first woman in Evendale's finance to be put in management. Upon early retirement from GE, she became very involved as a volunteer at various hospitals and on dozens of fund raiser committees and other philanthropic endeavors. She served on the Board of Xavier University Mardi Gras Committee, Freedom Foundation, Cincinnati Bar Association Auxiliary, Cincinnati Symphony Club, Merriemaker Dance Club and Town Club. She was also Chairman of the Cincinnati's Art Museum Gallery Aides and Volunteer Advisory Council. In addition, Mrs. Scahill was a member of the Cincinnati Women's Club, and the English Speaking Union. Over the years, she and her husband traveled to 60 countries and almost all of the states. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at St. Clare Church, 1443 Cedar Avenue, College Hill, 45224 from 9:30 AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. If desired, memorials may be made to The Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio or the Greater Cincinnati Foundation. Condolences at hodappfuneralhome.com 

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DORGER, MARY O’NEILL, beloved mother of Charles (Jamie) Dorger, Francis "Jay" Dorger, Kenneth (Cecelia) Dorger ’75, Elizabeth (Robert) Conger and Madonna Dorger, dear sister of Elizabeth O'Neill, survived by nine grandchildren. Departed Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at the age of 87. Visitation Tuesday, July 26 at St. Rose Church, 2501 Riverside Dr., from 9:30am until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am. Memorials may be made to SPCA Cincinnati, 11900 Conrey Rd., Cinti, OH 45249 or Trinity College Office of Development, 125 Michigan Av., N.E., Main Hall 380, Washington, DC 20017-1094. Condolences may be expressed at: GilliganFuneralHomes.com. 

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SCHAPLOWSKY, JEAN (KALTENBACH), 91, passed into eternal life on July 1, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alphonse. Jean is survived by her children, Richard (Gaye Tannenbaum), Alan, Beth (Jim) Marting, Ruth (Gerry) Trentman, and David Schaplowsky ’80 as well as 6 grandchildren, including Steven Trentman ’13 and Christofer Trentman ’16 and 5 great-grandchildren. Memorial Mass to be held on Friday, July 29, 2016 at noon at Mother of God Catholic Church, 119 W. 6th Street, Covington, KY 41011. Inurnment at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made to St. Joseph Indian School. 

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KITCHENS, SALLY WALKER. Age 85, beloved wife of Bernard Kitchens for 65 years. Devoted mother to four daughters: Pennie (Tim) Witcher, Karen (Bill) Murchison, Julia (Ed) Lim, and Katherine (Greg) Millen. Loving grandmother to 21 grandchildren, including Edward Lim ’14 and 13 great-grandchildren. Passed away July 22, 2016. A private chapel service will be held at Arlington Memorial Gardens. A memorial service will be held at Maple Knoll Village on a date yet to be determined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Maple Knoll Village Communities. Condolences to www.vorhisandryan.com 

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VONDERHAAR, ANN THERESA (NEE DECUIR), beloved wife of the late Douglas W. Vonderhaar Sr., loving mother of Cynthia Ann (Terry) Noakes, Douglas W. Jr. (Jennifer), Kirk W. (Amy), and Gregory W. (Brittany) Vonderhaar. Devoted grandmother of Tara and Shayla Maloney and Evan Vonderhaar ’14, Andrew Vonderhaar ’16, Elizabeth, Marissa, Rylan Vonderhaar. Great grandmother of Sydnie Rose Hunley. Dear sister of Myrle Van, Joseph DeCuir, Gail Main and the late Arthur DeCuir Jr., George DeCuir and Merrill DeCuir. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Passed away on Monday, July 18, 2016 at the age of 87. Memorial visitation on Friday, July 29, 2016 at St. Clare Church, 1443 Cedar Ave., College Hill, 45224 from 10 AM until Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Donations may be made to the church. Condolences at hodappfuneralhome.com