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Carl SMITTLE Obituary
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SMITTLE, Carl E. 62, of Springfield, died Sunday evening in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Springfield on February 26, 1950, the son of the late Carl Cecil and Juanita (Riley) Smittle. Carl was a 1968 graduate of Northeastern High School. He retired from IBM in 1994 following 25 years of service as a customer engineer. He attended Northridge United Methodist Church and was a member of the Union Club. He enjoyed playing cards, never met a stranger and was loved by many. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Rebecca J. "Becky" (Barnhart) Smittle; daughter, Amy J. Smittle of Springfield; son, Brian C. (Suzanne) Smittle of San Diego, California; and grandchildren, Marissa, Caleb, Aiden, and Koen. Also surviving is a sister, Cathy Clark (Charles Potts) of Springfield; brother, Gary (Linda) Smittle of Groveport, Ohio; mother-in-law, June Barnhart of Springfield; sister-in-law, Rita Butcher of Springfield; brothers-in-law, Phil (Sheila) Barnhart of Kohler, Wisconsin, Kent (Sally) Maynard of Dublin; and several nieces and nephews. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5-8 p.m. Friday in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. Carl's funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with Pastor Ken Woode officiating. Burial will be in Ferncliff Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Mercy Hospice, 444 W. Harding Rd., Springfield, OH 45504 or the Unverferth House, 190 King Ave., Columbus, OH 43201. (www.unverferthhouse.org). You may express condolences to the family at www.littletonandrue.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Carl SMITTLE
February 3, 2013
I midd u bro. Still can' t believe you have left us.
Gary
February 3, 2013
I miss you Bro. Still can't believe you left us,
Stan Harrison
January 5, 2013
May God draw close to you and your family in your hour of need Stan
Lon & Dorene Jenkins
January 4, 2013
Becky and family so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength during this difficult time and may he soar in the arms of angels. <3
Eva Lazear
January 3, 2013
Becky and Family,
I am sorry to hear of Carl's passing. Please know that you are in my prayers and that I hope God will grant you some peace!
Mike and Mary Beth Stelzer
January 3, 2013
Dear Smittle Family, We were so sorry to hear of Carls passing. OUr thoughts and Prayers are with you. The MIke Stelzer Family
Herb & Jeanie Weidlich
January 3, 2013
Becky, Brian, Amy.....So sorry to hear of Carl's passing. He was always fun to be around.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Love you
Love you
January 3, 2013
Becky- You and your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Mark , Rita, and Staci Naill
Scott Hallabrin
January 2, 2013
I attended school with Carl from the third through the eighth grades and played on the same baseball team with him in the summers. He was always gentle and good humored - just the nicest guy. I hadn't seen him for 45 years when I attended (as a guest) a Northeastern Class of '68 reunion in 2010 - and there he was, the same guy, telling funny stories, self-deprecating, just a joy to be around. I am so sorry for your family's loss and hope you find strength and joy when remembering Carl and the good feelings he brought to others.
Dr. Kenneth Lawson
January 2, 2013
Gary Smittle: I send my sympathy to you, Linda as well the other members of your family.
Betty Schweikhart
January 2, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of working with Carl. He was a lot of fun and as stated, he never met a stranger. He will be missed. I always looked forward to seeing him at the IBM luncheon.
Dianna Johnson - Mitchell
January 2, 2013
Becky, Brian and Amy, There is nothing I can say to take away that emptiness you are feeling ... but try to enjoy all those wonderful memories that you have stored in your heart and know that one day you are gonna be rejoicing with Carl again. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Diane Shingler
January 2, 2013
Becky, so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your family
Angie & Dale Kimmel
January 2, 2013
Becky,
We are so sorry to learn of Carl's passing. We'll always remember his ever present smile & joking nature. We'll miss seeing him at the Club when we go sign up. May GOD BLESS YOU & comfort you duing this time.
January 2, 2013
BECKY, AMY, BRIAN AND FAMILY
BOB AND I ARE SO DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. CARL WAS A SPECIAL PERSON WITH A WONDERFUL LAUGH AND SMILE. WE WILL MISS HIM AND WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN OUR PRAYERS. BOB AND CATHY MOUNTS
michael mcfarland
January 2, 2013
Nothing but fond memories of Carl. Had seen him since high school. Carl and I shot baskets everyday after eating our lunch, he was also joking and laughing. My deepest sympathy to his family, I will never forget Carl and how friendly he was to all.
Tom Clifford
January 2, 2013
Becky and Family,I'm so sorry to hear of Carl's passing.He was a great guy, good friend and I have many good memories of him. You're in my thoughts and prayers.God Bless
Tom Clifford
Debbie Wagner
January 2, 2013
Becky, so sorry for your loss. If you or your family need anything, don't hesitate to let me know.
January 2, 2013
Becky I am so sorry about Carl's passing. God be with you and your family.
Love You Miriam Wisehart Hofer
January 2, 2013
Becky, Amy and Brian, I'm so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Eileen Reser
Gary Lockard
January 2, 2013
Becky, sorry to hear abouy Carl. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Bonnie Bernard Schutte
January 2, 2013
Becky, sending my sincere sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. Special blessings to all.
Sincerely,
January 1, 2013
Becky, I'm so sorry to hear about Carl. My thoughts are with you
Carol (Rower) Borck
Jim and Pam King
January 1, 2013
Becky, Amy and Brian, We are so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. He will be remembered for his endearing personality and sweet smile. May God be with you and keep you in His care. With our sincere sympathy and love, Jim and Pam
Tom and Bev Duggan
January 1, 2013
Becky, we send you and the family our very deepest sympathy and pray for your continued strength.
Angie (Chiles) Powers
January 1, 2013
Becky I am so sorry to hear about Carl. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
January 1, 2013
Becky, We were so sad to hear of Carl's passing. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family. Donna & Ric Webster
January 1, 2013
Becky - Our deepest sympathies. So sorry to hear about Carl. You, Amy & Bryan are in our thoughts & prayers.
Ron & Mary McLin
January 1, 2013
I remember Carl's beautiful smile, quick wit, and his joy of living. May wonderful memories provide some sense of comfort during this difficult time. God bless my dear friend, Becky, and the Smittle family.
Karen Snelling Williamon
JACK PETERS
January 1, 2013
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT CARLS PASSING.HE WAS ALWAYS SMILING AND GLAD TO SEE YOU.HE WILL BE MISSED ALOT.SEE YOU LATER CARL.
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