Garfield Senior High School

 

Class Of 1979

 
     

Teacher Obituaries


 

Scott, Ruth M.


News Death Notice

SCOTT, Ruth M. age 84, passed away on Wednesday August 11, 2010. She was born July 6, 1926 in Mt. Vernon (Wabd) Kentucky to the late Oscar Harlan Scott and Verna Jane Cummins Scott. Two brothers, John E. Scott and Oscar Nolan (Bud) Scott, preceded her in death. Surviving family members include the following: Lucille (Earl) Adams, Louise (Harold) Reynolds, Velda (Ray, deceased) Herald, Betty Scott (sister-in-law), Dorothy (Ed) Thacker, Jennie (Fred) Pruitt, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. After graduating from Mount Vernon High School in 1944, Ruth attended Eastern Kentucky University where she earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Education. Beginning her career in one-room schools in Rockcastle and Lincoln counties in Kentucky, Miss Scott later moved to Ohio and taught in the Kings Mills and Hamilton City school districts. While employed by Hamilton City, she taught at both Harrison and Buchanan Elementary schools. After selflessly educating and encouraging scores of young people, Ruth retired from teaching in 1985 after 42 years of service. Always seeking professionalism and continued knowledge in her profession, she was a member of the Ohio and Butler County Retired Teacher Associations and the National Education Association. Ruth taught Sunday school and vacation Bible school in her previous home churches for many years and was a current member of Tri-County Baptist Church in West Chester, Ohio. Evident by her efforts and involvement in schools, professional organizations, and Christian ministry throughout her life, Ruth always gave herself wholeheartedly to whatever she attempted to do. She will be thought of by her countless students, Christian brothers and sisters, family members and friends as a compassionate and devoted educator, sister, aunt, church member and friend. She will be missed and remembered for her positive influence and steadfast Faith. The family of Miss Ruth M. Scott would like to extend a special "thank-you" to the staff at Sterling House of Fairfield and Vitas Hospice for their special care. Visitation at THE WEBSTER FUNERAL HOME 3080 Homeward Way at Rt. 4, Fairfield on Saturday August 14, 2010 from 10:00 AM until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 AM. Burial to follow in Rose Hill Burial Park. www.websterfuneralhomes.com
 

Buddy Combs
News Death Notice

COMBS, Buddy Age 63, of Fairfield, passed away on August 4, 2010. He was born on June 27, 1947 in Hamilton to the late Ballard and Eva (Howard) Combs. He was employed by the Hamilton City School District as a health and physical education instructor for 33 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; mother-in-law: Joyce Shie; and fathers-in-laws: Don Shie and Roger Bennett. He is survived by his wife of 39 years: Lynda Combs; three daughters: Heather (Jack) Sawmiller, Christi (Eric) Merkle, and Cara (Steve) Kerchner; three grandchildren, Jenna and Bree Sawmiller, and Karson Kerchner; sisters-in-law: Nancy Sheerin and Valery Asenjo; cousin: Alma Barger; and many loving nieces, nephews, family members, and dear friends. Buddy was proud of being raised in Hamilton, Ohio. He didn't see East or West side differences. If one had a smile and a kind word, he was ready to be a friend. He enjoyed teaching his students at Buchanan, Grant, Adams, and Hamilton High. He believed that his students should be treated with respect and a sense of humor should be added to each lesson. He was a faithful, fun loving husband to his wife. He was a devoted fan of his daughters and attended all of their activities. He showed unconditional love and pride for his grandchildren. Friends and family may gather to celebrate the life of Buddy Combs on Monday, August 9th at St. Mark's Methodist Church from 5 to 7 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark's Methodist Church, 4601 Fairfield Ave., Fairfield; OSU James Cancer Support Fund Number 312727 Medical Center, osu.edu; or caringbridge.org.
 

     
Andrew Allen Ennis Jr.
News Death Notice

ENNIS JR., Andrew Allen went to be with his beloved wife and the love of his life Katherine Ennis on August 4th, 2010. He was born in Mahan West Virginia to Andrew Allen Ennis Sr. and Beatrice Ennis, September 30, 1926. He leaves two daughters, Andrea Huff and Kathy (Gary) Castner. He has 6 grandchildren: Christopher (Sarah) Witte, Angela Hall, Andrew Dronberger, Daniel Huff, Cori Castner and Todd Castner. There are also 4 great grandchildren: Megan and Christopher Witte, Alasia Witte and Andrew Allen Ennis III. He was also preceded in death by his wife Helen (Dolly) Schutte and a sister Jane Long. He leaves a brother, James Ennis, and two sisters, Mary Davenport and Dorothy Facinoli. He served in WWII and attended and graduated from West Virginia Tech, Miami University and Ohio State University. He taught Industrial Arts at Ross, Garfield and Hamilton High Schools. He attended Grace United Methodist Church, volunteered for Habitat for Humanity and loved coaching Garfield High School Swim team. A Memorial Service will be held at Grace United Methodist Church, 1200 Main Street in Hamilton on August 16th at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send gifts to the American Cancer Foundation for the cure of Breast Cancer. Weigel Funeral Home serving the family.
 

Joy Cohen
News Death Notice

 

COHEN, Joy D. age 82, of Hamilton, recently passed away of natural causes. Joy was the daughter of immigrants, Mary and Jake, whose families fled Poland at the turn of the last century. Born and raised in New York City, she summered in Cynthiana, Ky. with close relatives. After graduating from Bryant College, Joy married Daniel Cohen, who proceded her in death. She lived in Hamilton for 60 years loving and supporting her husband of 49 years. She raised three sons, Jack, Doug and Harvey and devoted much of her time, energy and resources to all three becoming lawyers interested in the world. Joy highly prized education, patronized the arts and had a passion for learning and volunteerism. She taught high school, read and gardened avidly, served on the Board of the Lane Library, actively participated in synagogue life. Joy was also a devoted mother-in-law to Laura, Stacey and Jane and grandmother to Andy, Cassie, Claire, Alina, Dena, Ari and Trevor. She was a supportive and close friend to many. In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to Beth Israel Synagogue, Hamilton, Ohio. Funeral service will be 9:00 am Sunday at the Colligan Funeral Home. Burial in Beth Israel Cemetery followed by a shiva service at the home of Jack Cohen in Oxford at noon. There also will be a shiva service at the home of Harvey Cohen in Cincinnati on Monday at 7 pm. Online condolences to www.colliganfuneralhome.com. 

 

Published in the Hamilton Journal-News on 6/6/2010

 

 Helen Snyder
News Death Notice

SNYDER, Helen L. Age 86, of Hamilton, died Friday, April 23, 2010 at Berkeley Square Healthcare. She was born April 16, 1924 in Oxford, Ohio the daughter of Omar and Ethel (Decker) Lindsey. She earned a Bachelor Degree from Miami University. She married George Snyder in 1952 in Hamilton and he preceded her in death in 1959. She was a teacher in the Ross and Hamilton Schools for 39 years, retiring in 1984. She was a member of Park Avenue United Methodist Church, several groups at the church, the Metropolitan Women's Club and Delta Kappa Gamma. She is survived by a son, Jim Snyder and wife, Becke of Charlotte, North Carolina; a brother Donald Lindsey and wife, Jeanne of McMurray, Pennsylvania; three grandchildren, Caroline Gibson and husband, Phil, Matthew Snyder and Jon Keller, special niece, Donna Seeley and many other nieces and nephews. Her caregivers and close friends, Harriet Itkoff, Nancy Puckett, Pauline Zink, Jean Withrow, Ruth Stanton, the Berkeley Square staff, the Hospice of Hamilton staff and many close friends from Park Avenue United Methodist Church. Helen always gave of herself to her family and friends before doing things for herself. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 10 a.m. at Park Avenue United Methodist Church, Park and Dick Avenues with Pastor Barb Dafler officiating. Burial will be in Darrtown Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday evening, April 26 at from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Weigel Funeral Home, 980 N. W. Washington Blvd. Memorial contributions may be directed to Park Avenue United Methodist Church or The Colonial Foundation for Berkeley Square, 520 Eaton Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45013. Online condolences are available at www.weigelfuneralhome.com