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Eugene CORDONNIER Obituary
Age 91, of Centerville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, October 4, 2021. He was born in Dayton on September 30, 1930, to the late Lawrence and Rosa (Broerman) Cordonnier. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Lucy (O'Meara) Cordonnier, and six siblings. He is survived by his children Lynda (Rob) McCoy, Chris (Denise) Cordonnier, Lori Cordonnier, Lisa (Eric) Hoefler, and predeceased by an infant, Liane. Also survived by grandchildren Andrew and Alex McCoy, Megan Ellis, Erica Schmiedebusch, Samantha Hoefler, Emily Brannum, Bradley and Elizabeth Cordonnier; great-grandchildren Jack, Charlie, Maggie, Rosie, Lucy, James, Jax, and Luke. He is survived by his sister, Carolyn, sisters-in-laws Clara Cordonnier, Martha Beemsterboer, and Pat O'Meara, and a host of other family and friends. Gene graduated from Chaminade High School in 1948, a place he dearly loved; in fact, he continued monthly lunches with fellow alumni until recently. He was very proud of his service with the U.S. Marines during the Korean War. He worked for Miami Cigar and Tobacco Co. for many years, and often said everyone should have a job they enjoyed as much as he did. He was a sports fan who enjoyed being a pitcher in the City Fastpitch League for years. He loved the St. Louis Cardinals and had U.D. Basketball season tickets for many years. Gene was a founding member of the Carroll H.S. Boosters, who built the football stadium there. He loved spending time with his family. He loved long weekend trips with his and Lucy's many friends. And as anyone can tell you, he loved a good joke. In fact, it is hard to overstate how much enjoyment Gene got out of life - we should all be so blessed! He will be dearly missed. The family will receive friends Friday from 5-8pm at The Westbrock Funeral Home, 5980 Bigger Road. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 11:00am at Church of the Incarnation in Centerville. Memorial contributions may be made in Eugene's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (stjude.org) or to AMVETS (amvets.org)
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Joe & Deb Westendorf
October 8, 2021
Just a joy to be around! He will be missed!!
The Marazzi family (Judy Marazzi)
October 8, 2021
We were so saddened to learn of Gene´s passing. He, Lucy & Lori were such good neighbors and friends to my Mom & Dad. Gene really looked out for my Mom after my father passed, my brother John & I are so grateful! Once Mom moved to Las Vegas to live with me, Gene would ring our phone every now and then to keep in touch. On my many visits home, we´d hang out on Gene´s patio with an adult beverage and fun conversations. Wishing his family comfort through this difficult time.
Danny Landess
October 7, 2021
As a kid, Gene was always one of my Mom and Dad's friends that I enjoyed being around most. Two of my favorite vacations were when we shared a cabin with Gene and Lucy and their kids, in Canada (1965), and Michigan (1968). He was always the first on up in the morning, and had breakfast started. That got us started calling him him "Nature Boy" Sorry for your loss, Lynda, Chris, Lori, and Lisa.
Shirley Garrison
October 6, 2021
I send you sympathy for your family. I worked in a store that Gene solicited for Miami Cigar and enjoyed him so much. He was a kind happy man always. was. always liked to see him come.
Deborah Bogan
October 6, 2021
My friend Shirley and I worked at Reed Drugs in West Carrollton in the 70's and 80's and every Tuesday morning Gene would come to take our candy and cigarettes order. He would stop first at the diner next door to us and bring us cokes and as soon as he came through the door he would start with his new set of jokes. He was the highlight of our week. He was a true gentleman and one of the nicest men I've ever met.
Roger McCoy
October 6, 2021
Gene's love and great character filled the room wherever he went. He always made me and my family feel welcome. He was kind and generous. I knew a very good man. He will be missed.
Sam-Granddaughter
October 5, 2021
I will miss you so much, Papa!
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