Delores Jean "Dee" Combs

Delores Jean Combs, affectionately known as Dee, passed away on April 21, 2024, at the age of 83 in Bellbrook, Ohio after a long battle with dementia. She was born in Winchester, Indiana. Dee was a beloved wife, mother, mamaw, sister and friend whose spirit and beauty touched the lives of all who knew her.

Dee was everyone's mamaw, known for her warm and playful nature. Children were drawn to her as she would joyfully engage with them, playing games, watching movies, and always making them feel special. She cherished her grandsons and had a special bond with each of them, telling each of them they were her favorite. Dee had a deep love for her family, especially her husband, kids, and grandsons. She had a passion for country and bluegrass music, with George Jones being a favorite. Dee enjoyed taking road trips with her sister Eva, who she fondly referred to as her partner in crime, likening themselves to Thelma & Louise.

In her career, Dee dedicated 25 years of service to Parts Express, where she found joy and fulfillment. She was known for her hard work and commitment to her job. Outside of work, Dee's love for music shone through. She enjoyed singing karaoke, listening to Real Roots radio, and cherished moments when her family would come together to play music and sing, bringing her immense joy.

Dee is survived by her loving husband, Vernon Combs, daughters Laura Stahl (Jeff), Suzanne Fehling (Chris), Carolyn Looker (Bonus Daughter), Nancy Carol Rice (Roy) and grandsons Billy Stidhem, Nicholas Laughlin, Alex Laughlin, Daniel Rimkus, Kole Fehling, Mike Looker, and Ian Looker, sister Evalena Long, great-grandson William Robert Ray Stidhem, and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Lester and Ruth Norman, son Billy Cupples, brothers Lester Norman, Jr, James Norman, and sisters Leona Wilt and Patricia Mezera.

Dee's presence will be deeply missed, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those who were touched by her kindness and love.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, at Connor & Koch Funeral Home in Bellbrook. A celebration of life service will immediately follow the visitation at 4 p.m. Life Celebrant, Brian Bennett will officiate the service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dee's name may be made to Brigid's Path.
www.brigidspath.org
Condolences are available at www.connerandkoch.com