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Richard LeValley Obituary
Richard LeValley,74, of Springfield, OH passed away at Hearth & Home.
Richard was born October 26,1948 in Springfield, OH. He was a life long resident of Clark county. He graduated from Shawnee high school in 1966. December 31,1973 he married Betty Overman. Along with his wife, they opened TIG Wood & Die Shop. The business began in their basement and grew into a huge success in Park Layne. Once he was asked what TIG stood for and he proudly answered Trust In God, a motto he lived by. TIG remained open until 2021.
Richard was a long time member of West Enon Church of God. He was a board member and Sunday school teacher. Prior to that he spent years as a youth leader with his wife at Hillside Church of God. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, traveling and spending time with family - he spent most of his time behind a video camera documenting as much as he could. He was also a very talented wood worker and had built many pieces that have passed down through the generations.
Richard will be welcomed into heaven by his son, Terry Dunlavy and daughter, Rebecca Cain who proceeded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Betty LeValley, daughter Cindy (David) Brown of Springfield,OH, son Bob (Lori) Dunlavy of Springfield,OH, granddaughter Lori (Brad) Luke of West Liberty, Jill Cain of Columbus, OH, Jaime (Danny) Potter of Troy, OH, B.J. Curtis of Troy, OH, Shane ( Tricia) of Troy, OH, Derek (Paula) Dunlavy of Springfield,OH. 14 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.
The family would like to say a special thank you to the nurses at Day City Hospice and the staff at Hearth and Home on Harding Rd.
John 11:25-26 Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.
Visitation will be from 4:00-5:00 pm with service following on June 9, 2023 at West Enon Church of God 4800 Snider Rd. Fairborn, OH. 45324.
In lieu of flowers the family asks to make a donation to Hospice. Please make donations payable to The Hope Foundation 7601 Paragon Rd. Suite 201&203 Dayton, OH 45459.
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Cheryl leValley
June 9, 2023
My uncle Richard was a very good and Godly man he will be missed alot I have not seen him since about 1994 so it's been a long time . All of the kids was in grandma's yard playing and uncle Richard was there and we all hugged him so I'm going to miss him so much
Steve and Susan Woolwine
June 7, 2023
Wonderful Sunday School teacher. I learned a lot under his teaching. Great Chairman of the Board. Always had the meetings under control. He so worried about Betty. We all prayed for them both. Betty, we love you and grieve with you. Praise God for sending Jesus and giving us the Blessed Hope.
Jim and Kathy Beebe
June 5, 2023
So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Jim and I will remember him fondly. You are in our prayers. Love Jim and Kathy Beebe
Jim Beebe
June 5, 2023
Dick was Godly man who was always able to help,when looking for a place to park my semi,Dick opened up his parking lot for me,he will be missed
Cathy Gray Brown
June 5, 2023
I remember growing up and Richard and his Billy goat , and myself in grandma´s yard playing for hour´s. I also remember my uncle Richard collecting and building models of the iconic monster figures of the movies. He was mom´s youngest brother and I have many fond memories of him when I was young. I remember when mom died I seen him and he told me about him getting saved, I am so thankful that I will see him in heaven. Rest high on that mountain love you uncle Richard!
Donnie & Joyce Peyton
June 3, 2023
Prayers for the Family of Richard Levalley!
May God comfort you now & the days ahead.
Cheryl levalley
June 2, 2023
He was a wonderful man he was my uncle and I loved him now he is up there in heaven with the rest of the family rest in peace. Love you
Brenda Butts
June 1, 2023
I met Dick when his business was by Rockway on National Rd. Always happy and friendly and always had a few minutes to ask "how are you? Family doing well?" Run into him out and about, same happy and kind man. He will be happily thought of and sadly missed. My condolences to his family.
Brenda Butts
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