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Carl Wesley Theiss, of Germantown, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Astoria Health & Rehab Center in Germantown, Ohio. Born on December 28, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio to parents, John Robert & Lena Katherine (Bailey) Theiss. Carl retired as Major from Lebanon Correctional Institute in 1994. He had proudly served his county in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years, serving 2 of those years in Japan. His favorite hobby was reloading shells, visiting the Casinos and working the small farm in Madison Township before downsizing to Germantown. He also enjoyed playing chair volleyball with his friends at the Germantown Senior Center. In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by his sister, Doris (Gene) Eldridge; brothers, Robert (Jane) Theiss, Mel (Exlee) Theiss & Ralph Theiss; a grandson, Will Thurston; and a son, Michael Alan Theiss. He is surived by his wife of 63 years, Sandy; daughter, Mary (Skip) Grey; and grandson, Jacob Paul Thurston. The family would like to thank Astoria staff and aides for their great care and kindness and Ohio Valley Hospice. Graveside Service will be Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Woodside Cemetery & Arboretum (Section 20), 1401 Woodside Blvd, Middletown with Dr. Dan Flory officiating. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial donations be made to Ohio Valley Hospice, 2601 Mission Point Blvd, Suite 310, Beavercreek, Ohio 45431. Please sign the guestbook online at WilsonSchrammSpaulding.com
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Dara Flannagan
April 10, 2023
Carl Theiss was a wonderful caring person and always did the right thing by the book. I enjoyed working for him and the apple fritters he would bring in. He loved to roller skate at the Germantown Rink when we had Get Togethers for the institution. Rest in peace my friend. We will miss you. Kevin Hall and Dara Flannagan, Leci retirees.
Debbie Pasquel
April 10, 2023
Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Carl was such a sweet man and I enjoyed the few times we talked.
Pam Davidson
April 10, 2023
Carl was a good man... I enjoyed working with him at LECI...Prayers for his family and everyone whose life he touched!!!! RIP Carl GBNF
Deborah Snider
April 10, 2023
Remembering him fondly. He would visit us in our Unit and all the staff laughed with him. He was so friendly and humorous. He looked out for all of us. He was a good supervisor as well. Condolences to his family and friends. Debbie Snider/Retiree/Lebanon Correctional/2016.
Judy Thurston
April 9, 2023
Sandy, Mary and Jake
My thoughts and prayers will always be with you
Judy Thurston
April 9, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Joyce Finch
April 9, 2023
Dad, Austin, & I are so sorry for the passing of Carl. We have so many great memories together. He is at peace and May those memories carry us through until we meet again. We love you Sandy, Mary K, & Family. May God comfort you and bring you peace. Love, JE, Joyce Anne, & Austin
Joyce Finch
April 9, 2023
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