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1941
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2023
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Ned Sifferlen Obituary
Ned J. Sifferlen, 81, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on August 3, 2023. Ned was born to Edmond B. and Anna M. Sifferlen on October 29, 1941. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Joyce K. (Wabler); devoted twin daughters Kathy (Tony) Greene and Karen (Doug) Newell; Grandchildren Kate (Bobby) McDermott, Melinda (Travis) Trentman, Steven (Kelcie) Newell, Emily (Mark) Hutmacher, Joe Greene, Staci Greene; Great Grandchildren Ryan, Jake, Elena, Lyla, Zachary; and cherished family, wonderful friends, and beloved neighbors.
A native of Dayton, Ned attended Our Lady of Mercy Elementary School and Chaminade High School. He received his Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree from the University of Dayton, as well as his Doctorate Degree from the University of Cincinnati.
Ned was blessed to have a 38 year career at Sinclair Community College serving as a faculty member, Dean of Business, Vice President for Administration, Vice President for Academics, Provost, and President. Upon his retirement, he was bestowed the honor of President Emeritus. While he received many honors for his work, his greatest accomplishment was his family.
The family will receive visitors from 4p-7p Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at the Ned J. Sifferlen Health Sciences Center Building #14 (444 W 3rd St. Dayton, OH 45402). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30a Thursday, August 10, 2023 at St. Rita Catholic Church (5401 N. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45415). Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery. Donations can be made to the Sinclair Community College Foundation.
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Jim Pancoast
August 7, 2023
It was great to have Ned Chair the Board of Trustees at Good Samaritan Hospital when I was promoted to President and CEO. He had great insights that helped guide me in this role.
I´ll always be thankful to him.
Sincerely, Jim Pancoast
Sharon Shipley Troute
August 6, 2023
Mr. Sifferlen, you were always an amazing leader and teacher. I was blessed to have been in your classes. Sending sincere sympathy to your family, friends and loved ones. Rest in Heavenly peace. Sharon Shipley Troute
Trish Simonton
August 6, 2023
Ned was an encourager. His smile and laughter at life made everything seem.possible. I had the pleasure of working with him for a much tooshort of time many yeats ago at Sinclair. He always represented Sinclair well, just like Bob Barr. OH, AND I know he would want mentioned what a tremendous tennis player he was.
Vearn Harry J.
August 6, 2023
RIP Dr. Ned! He was so nice to have as a speaker at the Dorothy Lane Optimist Club. He always had a story to say something about me!
Prayers for his family!
Harry Vearn
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