MENCHHOFER

Chaplain Ray. Age 74. Beloved husband of Diane (nee Gebhard) Menchhofer. Devoted father of Mark, John and Paul (dec). Loving grandfather of Kristen Menchhofer. Dear brother of Mary Ann (Dick) Sprang. Preceded in death by his parents Paul and Vera (nee Hall) Menchhofer. Ray served congregations at Good Hope Lutheran Church in Bucyrus, OH and St. John's Lutheran Church in Petersburg, OH. He served his chaplain residency at the University of VA Medical Center. Ray became Chaplain at Longview State Hospital, presently known as Summit Behavioral Healthcare, for 41 years. He was Visitation Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church & Faith Lutheran Church both in Cincinnati, OH, Stated Pastor at Norwood English Lutheran Church, and served several interims in OH, KY and IN. He served as current Pastor for Atonement Lutheran Church at Woodridge Retirement Center in Springdale, OH. Ray earned his BA from Capital University and MDiv at Trinity Lutheran Seminary. He was the treasurer for Ohio State Chaplains for 10 years and was a Licensed Professional Counselor. Passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 29, 2015. Visitation will be from 4-6 PM on Friday, October 2, 2015 at Vorhis & Ryan Funeral Home, 11365 Springfield Pike, Springdale, OH 45246. Additional visitation will be from 10 AM until Funeral Service at 11 AM on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1553 Kinney Ave., Mt. Healthy, OH 45231. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Lutheran World Relief, PO Box 17061, Baltimore, MD 21298 USA or to Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Office of Development, 2199 East Main St., Columbus, OH 43209. See www.vorhisandryan.com

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer on Oct. 2, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Ray MENCHHOFER

10 Entries

Diana and Gary Strine

September 26, 2024

We still think of him. Anytime our Pastor says 'please stand', my husband and I turn to each other and say 'if you're able'. It's what Pastor Ray always said

Davis Schwarz

September 26, 2019

Ray was a devoted and effective chaplain. Ray worked many hours as a member and officer in the Ohio State Chaplains Association. Always enjoyed our meetings at the OSCA over the years. Ray was a great friend who I first met in 1975. Many blessings to your family. David Schwarz

October 27, 2015

Diane and family,

Ray was a special person who had a long career as chaplain and pastor. Ray worked many unseen hours for the Ohio State Chaplains Association. Always enjoyed our past trips to chaplain meetings and Ray gentle spirit. We were all blessed by Ray. Ray is missed.

Diana & Gary Strine

October 9, 2015

Diane and family, we just learned of Ray's passing and we are so saddened by the news! We will always remember Pastor Ray's smile and gentle manner. All of you are in our prayers and thoughts. Sending you hugs and love

Beth Stiebing Hissong

October 3, 2015

Diane, I'm sending a hug to you! I found out through another old Greenhills neighbor and wanted you to know that I always have remembered you and Ray as favorite neighbors from all those years growing up next door. He was always so kind to me, loaning tools or just a friendly hello! I had just recently found a photo from my wedding of me talking to him and he has a big smile on his face! My heart goes out to you and Mark and John and Kristen. I know God is embracing him right now! Much love!

Carol Capelle

October 2, 2015

My sincere condolences to the family and close friends of Ray. I was very saddened to hear of his sudden passing. I have fond memories of Ray participating with our OCCL group when I lived in Fairfield, OH. He was always so helpful to us new moms. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this difficult time.

Ginger Stephan

October 2, 2015

Ray was the kindest, most compassionate sole I have ever known. My heart goes out to Diane, Mark, John, Kristen and all of the many lives he touched. There are so many of us that shall miss him but he is at peace and with other loved ones.
Love, Ginger, Todd, Grant, & Christy Stephan

Smith

October 2, 2015

My sincere sympathies to the Family. May God the Hearer of Prayer bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time-Isaiah 51:12

Kimberly Whatley

October 2, 2015

The Lord will surely bless those who have spent their lives being a blessing to others. Rest in peace Reverend Menchhofer and my prayers go out to the Menchhofer family.

Fran & Bob Klocke

October 2, 2015

Our sincerest condolences to the Menchhofer family. Ray was a gentle, sweet man and will be sorely missed by all his friends and neighbors. Bob and I will always remember his smile and friendly waves as he walked his dog; and, if you ever needed anything he was there to help you. We all are very saddened by Ray's passing and know that he is with the angels. To Diane and Ray's sons, Ray will always be watching over you and will forever be your Guardian Angel.

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