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Ronald Gallihar Obituary
BEAVERCREEK — Ronald Eugene Gallihar, age 78 of Beavercreek, passed away Monday, March 22, 2021. He was born May 7, 1942 in Big Stone Gap, Virginia the son of Arnold and Mae Gallihar. Ronny was a faithful member of Cornerstone Church of Christ since 1977. He co-owned and founded Imperial Auto Repair in 1968 with his best friend and brother-in-law, Lewis Hickey. He loved working on classic cars and competing in car shows. Ronny was a hard worker who always provided for his family. He was always there to give advice or just to listen. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and kind nature. Ronny was a loving husband, father and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Everett Gallihar; sisters, Louise Burns & Wilma Hall and brothers-in-law, Lewis Hickey, Tom Hickey & Earl Burns. Ronny is survived by his wife of 57 years, Carolyn; son, Darren Gallihar; sisters-in-law, Judy Hickey & Bernice Hickey and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at Cornerstone Church of Christ (5051 Wilmington Pike, Centerville, Ohio 45440, 937-434-8481) on Saturday April 24, 2021 at 12:00 pm. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please visit www.Newcomerdayton.com to share a memory of Ronny with the family.
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Richard Fortney/Warwick,Rhode Island
June 22, 2022
Carolyn i,am so sadden to here Ronny is gone he and i spent a lot time back in the 5o,s we went grammar school.1960 i joined U S Marine corp.Last time i saw Ronny 1967 me and my wife stopped to him he was finishing a corvette fiberglass.I.am going to miss my ole friend and he will still remain in my prayers until we both meet again.peace and love to you and your family love,Richard
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