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Harold OCHS Obituary
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OCHS, Harold E. age 84 went home to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, August 12, 2012 at the Brookhaven Rehab Center. Harold was a United States Army veteran of the Korean Conflict he retired from Ochs Industries after 37 years of service as a tool and dye engineer. Harold was a longtime member of Fairhaven Church where he was an elder for many years. He was also an avid fisherman and gardener, with roses being his pride and joy. He is preceded in death by his first wife Dolores, parents William and Evelyn Ochs, grandson Aaron Worthen. Harold is survived by his wife Clara Ochs, their children: Ellen(Allen)Worthen, Kathy(Kenneth)Stem, Pam Erbaugh, Deb (Richard)Hessel, Cindy Orth, Shirley(Terry)Powers, and Holly Miller, grandchildren: Kristy Rhodes, Jason, Jared, and Katie Worthen; Emily and Corey Stem; Sara Price and Bryan Erbaugh; Matt and Andy Hessel; Josh and Hannah Powers; Mallory, Samantha and Harrison Miller, and six great-grandchildren, sisters; Nettie(Bill)Boos, Lilah Himes, and Mary Kittle, numerous nieces, nephews, and as always "the gang". Family will receive friends Wednesday, August 15, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 7:00PM at the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME-Far Hills Chapel. Funeral service to be held 11:00 AM Thursday at the Fairhaven Church 637 E. Whipp Rd. Burial will follow Mt. Zion Shoup Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour prior to funeral service. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Hospice of Dayton 324 Wilmington Ave. Dayton, OH 45420.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harold OCHS
Anna & Ernie Reinmuller
August 16, 2012
Our sincere sympathy goes to Harold's family. We will miss his appearance at 'Class of 47' functions.
Wendy Vermeesch
August 15, 2012
Ellen, Allen, and Family
Harold was a wonderful person and I feel blessed that I had the pleasure of knowing him and being his "up north" neighbor for several years. I know this is a sad time for all of you, but your Father is at peace now.
Your in my thoughts & prayers. Love, Wendy
Harold Eugene Ochs, NHS 1947
Northridge High School Alumni
August 14, 2012
To the family,
May caring thoughts from others help you through. The Northridge Alumni offers our deepest sympathies. Memories are to treasure and as time passes, little reminders of your loved one will touch your heart. They will always be with you, whatever you do and wherever you go.
Northridge High Alumni
Howard ( Bud ) Wright
August 14, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Amanda Padgett
August 14, 2012
Very sorry for your loss. "The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God." (Eileen Elias Freeman) My prayers are with all of you, that you are comforted. Peace & Blessings,
Amanda Padgett
Debbie Hessel
August 13, 2012
Ellen and Kathy and families, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your father was a wonderful and caring man. We have had the great pleasure of knowing him over the past several years. We have valued him being a part of our family. Thank you for sharing him.
Debbie Hessel
Mark and Karen Doney
August 13, 2012
Uncle Harold - you will be missed! Clara, Ellen and Kathy and families, our prayers for comfort are with you always. Isn't it awesome to know that we will all be reunited one day! God is good!
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