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John HOCHWALT Obituary
Age 76, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away on November 1, 2021. John was born on September 30, 1945, to Dr. Jerome P. and Betty A. Hochwalt. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 40 years,
Katherine "Kate" (Gartland), and his parents. Survived by his children: Julie (Jim) Fuller, Matt (Tina) Hochwalt, and Carrie (Mike) Mokros; grandchildren: Aiden, Jack, and Alex Fuller, Brody, Collin, and Troy Hochwalt, and Nash Mokros; and sister Mary Beth (Craig) Kappeler. John graduated from Chaminade High School (1963), University of Dayton (1967), University of North Dakota, and The Ohio State University (1971), where he completed his medical doctorate. He completed his residency at Mount Carmel Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, in 1975. Dr. John Hochwalt joined his father in family medical practice at Southmoor Medical in Kettering and practiced for 37 years. He was a highly regarded physician and touched many people's lives in the Dayton area, as evidenced by the attendance (over 200 people) in line at his retirement celebration held at Kettering Hospital. He was an avid sports fan, never missing a game of his beloved OSU Buckeyes or UD Flyers, amongst many others. John was the coach of all three of his children's teams, including soccer, t-ball, and baseball. But you couldn't find a sport that he wouldn't watch or play. Above everything, most important to John was his love for his family: children, wife, sister, and his seven grandsons! His grandkids were the center of his world, and he loved every minute he got to spend with them. A Mass of Christian Burial will occur at 10:30 am, Thursday, November 11, 2021, at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 4500 Ackerman Blvd, Kettering. Friends may visit from 9:30 am until the time of service at church. The family invites friends to join us for a catered reception immediately following the services at Tobias Funeral Home, Far Hills Chapel, 5471 Far Hills Ave., to celebrate the life of Dr. John Hochwalt. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in John's name to The Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation, www.michaeljfox.org. Online condolences and memories may be shared at
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Sheila Wilson
August 2, 2022
I´m so sorry to learn of the passing of Dr. Hochwalt. It´s been over a year, but I just heard the news today. Dr. John was the best Dr. I´d ever gone to. I went to him for over 20 years and many of my family members had gone to Dr. Hochwalt over the years. After having my son in 1987, I took him there for his very first baby check up and Phyllis was the nurse at the time, she administered the necessary baby shots and I still can recall her bringing in the baby scales to weigh my son. I knew from that visit I wasn´t going to take my son to any other Dr. as they were very attentive to taking care of a baby as well as older patients. I´ve missed not having Dr. Hochwalt as my Dr. since he´d retired. Dr´s just aren´t like Dr. Hochwalt was. I always had faith in what he was telling me and I never second guessed anything. If he was uncertain about anything, he´d see to it that he´d refer you to a specialist to be checked further. Today´s medical profession has changed so much. Sincere condolences to the Hochwalt family and I´m so sorry I hadn´t heard of Dr. Hochwalt´s passing sooner.
John and Maggie Houston
November 11, 2021
For 40 years our medical care was provided by Dr. Hochwalt and by his father before him. On two occasions, Dr. H made house calls to our home! He was a brilliant diagnostician. Dr. H coached our son's little league baseball team. His children attended high school with our children. He was a wonderful human being, and we are so fortunate to have known him professionally and socially. Rest in Peace.
elaine dues
November 9, 2021
mu truest sympathy to all of u family members...sending many prayers and love to my dear friend john a man of intergrity love and compassion.. a great father a great man and friend..god bless him forever....
Drake
November 8, 2021
Beth/Craig - You have my deepest sympathy.
Dorothy J. (Focke) Smith
November 7, 2021
Oh, my goodness! How our family, including my parents, Jack & Jane Focke loved Dr. John for his dedication and superb medical ability. When he would appear on the scene of any medical need, it was always meant with a sigh of relief from our family. We knew everything would be O.K., no matter the outcome. He was a true gem of a Doctor, and no one can come close to his ability and dedication! Our sincere sympathy to all his family!
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