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Edward F. Alf
1935 - 2023
Edward F. Alf
1935 - 2023
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BORN
1935
DIED
2023
Edward F. Alf Obituary
Edward F. Alf died peacefully with family by his side on January 3, 2023, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Ed was married 66 years to his beloved wife, Mary Jean “Madge” Alf (nee Greiwe). He is survived by his children: Karen Rolfes (Michael), Edward F. Alf, III (Debbie Horton), Marianne Castrucci (Matt), Kathi Bagnoli (Sean), and Michael J. Alf (Jackie Jurgensen), all of Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition, he leaves behind his sister Mary Ansley (Woody) of Fernandina Beach, FL.
Ed has 13 grandchildren: Brandon Rolfes, Chelsea Rolfes, Amanda Rolfes Grote (Drew), Chad Rolfes, Holyn Alf, Edward "Duke" F. Alf, IV, Marjorie Alf, Rowan Castrucci, Matthew Castrucci, Drew Bagnoli, Wilson Bagnoli, John Alf, and Jennifer Alf.
Ed was born on February 18, 1935, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated from Summit Country Day, St. Xavier High School (1953), and Xavier University (1957).
Ed married Madge in 1958. They have been best friends since grade school and have had a special devotion to each other ever since. They maintained a busy life raising five children, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Some of his favorite places to visit included: Harbor Springs, Ocean Reef, and Amelia Island.
In addition to his family, Ed was committed to his business career. After working at Mead Paper, Ed acquired Korb Check Printers, a supplier of checks to local financial institutions. Ed also invested in real estate, a boat dealership, and other business ventures. Ed seemed to have the golden touch and credits his success to hard work and creating win-win business relationships. Ed was a great mentor to many and always wanted to give back to help others.
Ed was a man of faith, a devout Catholic, and attended mass regularly at St. Gertrude Church. He loved all sports, especially golf, tennis, and fishing. Ed had a great sense of humor that made people smile and created a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 9, at St. Gertrude Church, 7630 Shawnee Run Road, 45243, from 11:00 a.m. until the mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be considered for St. Xavier High School in honor of the Edward and Mary Jean Alf Scholarship Fund, Hospice of Cincinnati, or Alzheimer’s Association.
Condolences may be expressed at www.rohdefuneral.com.
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Mike and Milissa Castrucci
January 9, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Martin & Lesley Loon
January 9, 2023
Dear Madge, Marianne and Family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear husband and Dad - our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kind Regards
Bob Juenke
January 8, 2023
Dear Madge, Kathi and Alf family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of you husband and father. It has been a pleasure to be able to meet fellow classmate Ed at St.X and XU and experience that great smile and warm, friendly demeanor at our recent reunion luncheon gatherings. I will miss those encounters.
May God grant you His grace and peace at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Bob Juenke
Lisa & Tim Underhill
January 7, 2023
To the Alf family,
Tim & I are terribly sad to hear of Ed's passing.
We met Ed sometime in the late 70's. Tim's father introduced us. It was truly a blessing.
Ed always had a smile on his face, a kind greeting and enjoyed life, with his beautiful wife and family!
We are fortunate to have known him.
Our thoughts are with you!
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January 7, 2023
Hilberg(Sheakley) gang send our deepest condolences and love to the Alf family. Ed was a shining star. His smile and personality would light up a room.
Bob Brockman
January 5, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Faye and Al Castrucci
January 4, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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