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Donald Neff Obituary
Brother Donald Eugene Neff, S.M. passed away on February 23, 2025 in Dayton, Ohio at the age of 94 with 74 years of religious profession with the Society of Mary. Bro. Donald was born in Dayton in 1930 to Alvin and Frances (Spatz) Neff. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers and their wives: Alvin and Patricia Neff, Joseph and Alma Neff, Norman Neff (his twin), Ralph and Joanne Neff. He is survived by sister-in-law, Peggy Neff and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Brother Don professed First Vows in 1950 and Perpetual Vows in 1955. He earned a a BS in Education from the University of Dayton and a MS in Education from the University of Cincinnati. Bro. Don ministered as principal, teacher, counselor and business manager in many Marianist schools. He served in Dayton, Cleveland, Rio Piedras, PR, Hamilton, Kentucky, Altona and Frankston, Australia, Hollywood, Florida and Centerville, Ohio. Brother Don loved his family, friends and his vocation as a member of the Society of Mary. He was a role model for us all. Services will be Saturday, March 8 at Queen of Apostles Chapel on the Mount St. John Campus in Beavercreek with a viewing at 9:00am, followed by 10:30am Mass of Christian Burial, and burial and luncheon following the Mass. Glickler Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
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Dick Bell
March 8, 2025
Bro. Don was a faculty member at Hamilton Catholic High School and served as principal my senior year, 1963-64. He became a cherished friend to me, my parents, and later my wife and family. Whenever he was in the Cincinnati/Dayton are he would always visit and share a meal at our home. He was a role model and a mentor and will always be in my heart.
William Wild
March 2, 2025
Brother Donald E. Neff, SM, was a wonderful service to his community in Dayton and in every community in which he served. In his many Dayton endeavors he was an especially valued member of the Exchange Club of Dayton where he led projects to help abused children and to stop trafficking of unfortunate young women. His surviving club friends offer their heartfelt condolences and pray that all of his good works will be celebrated and cherished by his family. -- for the Exchange Club of Dayton, William H. Wild
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