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Charles ZIRBS Jr.

1938 - 2019

BORN

1938

DIED

2019

Charles ZIRBS Obituary

ZIRBS, Jr., Charles Joseph Age 81 died on Aug. 18, 2019 at his home in The Villages, FL with his wife at his side. Charles was born in Elkins, W.V. on May 3,1938 to the late Charles J. and Ruth (Mason) Zirbs. He graduated from Chaminade H.S. and attended University of Dayton before serving in the United States Army. He retired from Bell Optical after 53 yrs where many referred to him as "Charlie Bell". He is survived by his wife Carolyn (Meixner) of 54 yrs, his daughter Michelle (Roger) Hembree, son Thomas (Christine) Zirbs and daughter Alicia Zirbs. Charles loved his grandchildren, Brendan, Alistair, Peyton, Marissa and Ryan. He is also survived by his sister Charlene Rolfing, step-sisters Marilyn, Kathy, Ruth and step-brothers Jerry & Paul. Funeral Mass, Oct. 4, 11 a.m., chapel at Calvary Cemetery, Dayton with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, Charlie requested donations be made to the American Heart Association.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Sep. 29, 2019.

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Joseph Studebaker

May 22, 2020

Charlie was a true gentleman and a respected resource of information at Bell Optical for many years. He was always a great source of technical help--and, at the same time, quick wit. His humor and technical expertise made many workdays easier for those around him and will be greatly missed. R.I.P. "Charlie Bell!"

Sharon Hyatt

October 2, 2019

My deepest sympathy to Carolyn and family. May God be with each of you and he will carry you through this difficult time. Rest in Peace Joe.

Dad you will be missed! I love you! Michelle

Michelle Hembree

September 30, 2019

September 29, 2019

Joe (Charles) was a lovely kind man, he accepted us into his family 39 years ago, even though he had never met us before. Because of him and his wife Carolyn and Family, hundreds of people have shared the American, English Germany way of life.

He was a devoted Husband Father and Grandfather and will be sadly missed by all, from John and his English family.R.I.P.

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