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Janice Riber Obituary
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RIBER, Janice L. age 58, of Huber Heights, passed away Friday, April 9, 2010. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Hocfbaum. Janice is survived by her husband of 28 years, Gregory A. Riber; daughters, Elizabeth L. (Matthew) Vanderhorst, Ashley M. (Michael) Elkins; mother, Mondas Hocfbaum; siblings, Kimberly Klepper, Richard (Vonda Norris) Hocfbaum, Jeffrey (Crystal) Hocfbaum; aunt, Joy (Floyd) Shoemaker; cousin, Trevor (Cindy Moyer) Shoemaker; nieces and nephews, Jennifer (Aaron) Slusser, Erica Laughlin, Dennis Klepper, Maggie Klepper, Tara Klepper, Lindsey Hocfbaum; great-nieces and great-nephews, Andrew Slusser, Victoria Slusser, Ava Hill; sister-in-law, Vickie (Ted) Castor; and many other friends and relatives. She was expecting her first grandson, Jacob Robert, in May. Janice was the perfect hostess both at her home in Dayton and her lifelong dream cabin at Dale Hollow Lake. She was the life of the party and never met a stranger. Janice was always the first one there and the last one to leave. She looked forward to trips to the beach and the lake so she could spend time on her boat. Janice enjoyed her retirement shopping with her mother, daughters, and friends. She loved decorating her homes and others. A Memorial Mass will be held Thursday, April 15, 2010 at 10AM at St. Peter Catholic Church (6161 Chambersburg Rd, Huber Heights, OH 45424). Donations may be made to The Hospice of Dayton (324 Wilmington Ave, Dayton, OH 45420) in Janices memory. To send the family a special message online, please visit www.NewcomerDayton.com.
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Louise Fewick
May 5, 2010
Greg and Family, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Scott Borden
April 28, 2010
Greg
I happened on the news about Janice. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Janice as a very kind and supportive person. Please know we'll be praying for you and would love to reestablish contact.
Donna Croley
April 15, 2010
Greg and Family
I am so sorry for your loss and hope that God will see you through, it has been a long time since I have seen or talked to you but I wanted to leave a note for you. My name used to be Caverlee so I will keep you in my prayers.
Donna
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Rhonda Geiger(Newman)
April 15, 2010
Liz it has been along time!!!! I am so sorry to here about your mom. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. love and miss you!!!!!
Vonda Norris
April 14, 2010
Greg, Mom, Elizabeth, Ashley, Dick, Jeff and our extended family -
Please know that my love and my heart will be with you all tomorrow. I feel truly honored to be a part of Janice's family; I am heart broke with our loss. Janice was a very special person and Greg it will be hard to say her name without including yours. It has always been, we are meeting up with or going to Greg and Janice's. She was a leader and a great organizer, rather it was a tailgate party, before the race or Easter dinner at her house.....ahhh then there were the family get togethers, like none I have ever known. I will tell you up front a strong backbone and a good sense of humor was a must. There were Thanksgivings in Maggie Valley, where I learned that screaming at one another was okay because shortly after we were laughing, eating and just plain old having fun. When most went to sleep Janice had a few of us making plans for the hot tub with a cocktail in hand, where usually we would talk about or make fun of those who were not there....However, that was okay too because the next morning Dick or Jeff would start the day off by telling what had been said the night before, right after they told mom they weren't the ones keeping her awake. There was chaos and loud voices and when it was time to leave there were hugs, kisses, I love yous, and goodbyes and Janice would begin planning for next year while we were getting in our cars to leave. Plans for Christmas at her house had been made and what to spend for the gift exchange game we played. Game rules included: everyone in a circle, pile of gifts to pick from and the taking of whoever’s gift you wanted...even mom didn't get a free pass. When Janice was very ill she planned our last Thanksgiving together at Dale Hollow Lake where Greg and Janice had built their dream cabin. As she sat in her recliner she was weak, yet probably had the happiest smile on her face that I knew of. She made sure we all had our towels, etc….while laughter and games, kids and camp fires were going strong. She was content. These are just a few memories I wanted to share. I know we will have a lot more memories together down the road and with all my heart I know Janice will still be running the show! All my love, Vonda
Pat and Herb
April 14, 2010
What a gift and a priviledge it was to know Janice. I don't think Herb and I ever had more fun or laughed as much as we did when we were all together.
Janice loved life and never took a minute of it for granted.
Our thoughts are with Greg, the girls, Janice's family and all of the other folks who knew and loved her.
Let's...... all share and treasure the wonderful memories we have of Janice.
Mike Lally
April 13, 2010
Mondas, Greg, Ashley and Elizabeth -you are all in my prayers. You have my deepest sympathy. God never gives us more than we can handle and at times like this we need His strength and His promise of eternal life to get us through.
Daniel Klosterman
April 12, 2010
Dear Aunt Mondas,Kim,Dick,Jeff and Gregg&family
Today my sister Kathy called and told me of Janice. I send my sincere deepest sympathy to all of you. I am so sorry that we meet at this sad time. As kids on the farm Janice and I were the best freinds to each other.I know how much pain you are all going through right now.God will be with all of you. My tears and prayers are for dear Janice and all of you.God Bless You All, Love Danny Klosterman
I MISS YOU GUYS SO MUCH. TAKE CARE
Walgreens Dayton
April 12, 2010
We will keep your family in our prayers and we are here to support you. We are a family.
Laura & Sterling Bellman
April 12, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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