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David Ford Obituary
Washington, CH - David Michael "Mike" Ford Sr., age 69, of Washington CH, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2020.
He was born on March 24, 1951 in Franklin County to Donald and Donna (Shonkwiler) Ford. He was a 1969 graduate of Miami Trace High School. Mike retired in 2013 from Kenworth Truck Company in Chillicothe after forty years of service. Mike and his wife Brenda were heavily involved in the Youth and Bus Ministries at the former Gregg Street Church of Christ, now Heritage Memorial Church. Mike was a faithful and dedicated servant at Heritage Memorial Church, serving as a Trustee and Board Member for many years. The children and youth of Heritage Memorial Church loved, "Mr. Mike." He was known for his soft-spoken voice and creative ways to keep children engaged in learning God's word.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Douglas Dean Ford; uncle, Harold Shonkwiler; and father-in-law, Rev. Clarence Schirm.
Survivors include his wife, Brenda Schirm Ford; children, David Michael Jr. (Gigi) Ford, Silas Wesley (Anita) Ford, and Rachel Sue Hicks; grandchildren, Ryan David (Kelsy) Ford, Jordan Michael (Charmion) Ford, Bradyn Neil Ford and his fiancé, Ravon, Morgan Lynne Ford, Chandler (Kristen) Ford, Sidney Bree (Jennifer) Ford, and Hayden Alan Hicks; great-grandchildren, Ava, Emma, Kellan, Chloe, Ares, Brilynne, Carter, Avery, Azai, and Heath; siblings, Diane (Ed) Armintrout, and Darlene (Pat) Coil; sister-in-law, Diana Ford; and mother-in-law, Annabelle Schirm. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of dear friends.
The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Church, 1867 US Highway 35 NW, Washington CH, OH 43160, with burial to follow at the South Solon Cemetery with Rev. Joe Duvall officiating. Family and friends may visit at the church on Thursday morning from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Facial masks will be required, and social distancing will be practiced.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Summers Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.summersfuneralhome.com.
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Keith McCoy
December 1, 2024
I continue to remember how much Dave ment to me. Not only as my supervisor at work but to someone I could talk to. Like a good friend. Miss you my friend but you´ll always be in my heart
Charles R Thacker Jr
December 3, 2022
Nicest man I ever knew. He had an infectious smile that I will never forget. He was a true angel on earth.
Keith McCoy
December 1, 2022
Time passes so fast and so does Life. Dave was a wonderful man and I still miss having our little chats. Hoping the Family is doing well with the upcoming holiday season. May your Cherish his Memory.
Terry Aldenderfer
December 1, 2022
Sorry for your loss
Charles R Thacker
December 2, 2021
Dave's smile was contagious. I loved to see him at work and he always greeted you with a smile, no matter how rough the day was.
Terry Aldenderfer
December 1, 2021
RIP Dave. You lived a life that touched many lives, so glad to have known you as a coworker and as a friend
David Becky Britt
December 13, 2020
Hugs Family. Thinking of you. Such good memories you all carry with you for such a great husband/dad/grandpa.
December 12, 2020
Dear family, sending my sincere sympathy, my heart goes out to you currently of great sadness. Please know that God cares about you, how you feel, and invite you to let them help you.
Jeremiah 29:11,12
Tom Stanhope
December 10, 2020
A good and Nice man. I worked with him for 32 years at Kenworth. He will be missed by many!
RIP my Friend!
Mike and Joanne Basye
December 10, 2020
Brenda and family We are deeply sadened to hear of Dave's passing. Wishing we could be at the service. We are in quarantine at this time!
Keith McCoy
December 10, 2020
I was glad to know such a great and caring person. I worked with him many good years and he was so easy to talk to and very understanding. I am so lucky to have known Dave. I would like to offer my condolences and prayers to his great family.
Dan Allison
December 10, 2020
Dave was a great guy. I worked with Dave for 30 years and he was always nice and never got upset over nothing. He was a great guy. Prayers to the family for your great loss. .
Terry Conrad
December 8, 2020
David was a extremely soft spoken and pleasant man. All the Ford men were the same. Great examples of what Godly men should be.
Jody Wedebrook
December 8, 2020
I worked with and for this jolly soul at KENWORTH. There aren’t enough words to express how deeply sorry I am to read of his passing.
May God be with you all during this difficult time. Rest in Heaven Buddy.
tim scheeler
December 8, 2020
Worked for Dave
Connie McCalla
December 8, 2020
Brenda so sorry to read this. Prayers for you and the family
Charlie Thacker
December 7, 2020
He was one of the finest men I've ever known and he had a smile that makes you happy just being in his presence. RIP Dave you will be missed by many including me.
Terry Aldenderfer
December 7, 2020
I worked with Dave at Kenworth for over 35 years, in all the years he was always calm and a pleasure to be around. Rest In Peace my friend.
Dave Blosser
December 7, 2020
Just the greatest guy you would want to be around. Worked with Dave for many years. God will surely rest his soul. My sympathies to the family.
Stephen Ten_Eyck
December 7, 2020
I worked with Don, Dave, and Doug at Kenworth and thought very highly of them. They are among the kindest men God has put on this earth. Jesus is caring for them now and for evermore. It has been an honor for me to know them and work with them.
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