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Noel KAECH Obituary
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KAECH, Noel Edward age 73, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2014 at home. He was born December 25, 1940, in Chicago, Ill, the son of Edward Kaech and Helen C. (Hartman) Haupricht. In addition to his parents, Noel is preceded in death by a son, Matthew E. Kaech and step-father, John Haupricht. He is survived by his wife of 30 years Beverly D. (Cromwell); daughter, Jennifer Kaech of Columbus; sister, Leilani (Jim) Shapley; mother-in-law, Kathleen Cromwell; brothers-in-law, David (Alice) Cromwell, Dan Cromwell; four nieces and one nephew. Noel graduated high school in Norwalk, OH in 1959. He graduated from Miami University in 1964 with a B.S. in Physics, in 1968 with a M.A. in Physics. He attended University of Michigan one year and completed one year of doctoral work in nuclear engineering at Ohio State University. He graduated in 1970 from Case Western Reserve University with a Juris Doctor degree. Noel came to Springfield in 1971 to begin his law career as City Prosecutor. He was later the domestic relations referee for Clark County. He worked as an assistant public defender in Clark County for several years representing adults and then juveniles. He also had a private law practice. During his years in Springfield, he was a member of the Clark County Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, and the Ohio Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers. Noel served on the Board of Directors for the Clark County Humane Society, the Family Service Agency, and the Springfield Arts Council. He was a member of the Polo Club. The family wishes to express appreciation to Villa Springfield and to Crossroads Hospice for their care of Noel. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. Pastor Daniel M. Powell will preside over a service in celebration of Noel's life to be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday in Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Central Ohio Chapter, 2225 Citygate Dr., Columbus, OH 43219; or to either of these programs for at-risk youth in our community-On the Rise c/o 4177 Dialton Road, Springfield, OH 45502 or H.O.P.E. c/o The Nehemiah Foundation, 616 N. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45503. You may express condolences to the family at www.littletonandrue.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Noel KAECH
Bertha Druckenbroad
January 6, 2023
I really miss Ed. Such a wonderful caring man.
Prayers
January 31, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories of him sustain you until God's promises are fulfilled. John 6:40
Mary Ann Snyder
January 23, 2014
With sincere condolences to Bev in the loss of your dear 'Special Ed.' My brother Carl used to call him 'Ed Crash.' After Carl's horrific 1998 automobile accident, Ed asked Carl to please give him a different nickname, hence, Special Ed. When Carl was in a coma while in Grant Hospital in Columbus, Noel Edward was a frequent visitor. On one occasion, he said to my comatose brother, " Carl,I'm thinking about pouring some cement in the back yard of my house. What do you think about that? " Carl, despite being in a coma, shook his head "NO!"
Ed possessed a brilliant intellect, but was not much of a carpenter or handyman.
Men like Noel Edward cannot really die. He is with us still. Real in memory, in spirit and through the countless lives he changed by advising, counseling and just taking time to really listen and care.
Mary Ann (Koehler) Snyder
January 19, 2014
Hello Bev, my prayers are certainly with you and your family. I am glad I got to know Ed and had time to share time with the two of you. If you need anything, please let me know.
Carolene Bechtel
January 19, 2014
Bev, it was wonderful to see & talk with you at Clark Memorial, and we send our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband. Our prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Don & Linda Reiner
Leilani Shapley
January 18, 2014
You were always Noel to me and I miss you with all my heart. We were twins at heart you know?!
Love Lani
Beverly and Jennie, please call any time. 910.409.3052 My heart is with you and Jim sends kind thoughts and prayers.
Christine Shediack
January 17, 2014
Mr. Kaech was one of a kind...I will never forget the day I met him. His love for helping others, and helping children in Clark County spoke loudly. He always helped people in need of help, no matter what. I will never forget you for that. May you be at peace, and your family is in my prayers. Thanks for the support you gave me the last time I saw you and your wife at Bob Evans...encouraging me to continue my work that I was on a leave from. Thank you...words can not say what that meant to me.
Ashley Knowlton
January 17, 2014
Bev, prayers for peace and comfort.
Ashley and the kids, Grace Church
Beth Cunningham
January 17, 2014
From the staff @ Dillon Kennels, our deepest sympathy to the Kaech family. We were blessed to services Noel and his K9 kids for many years May the Lord ez the pain of your loss.
Beth Szekacs
January 16, 2014
Bev, you were a wonderful wife to Ed. I know he loved and appreciated you up to that last breath. May God's peace comfort you during this difficult time.
Hooten Automotive
January 16, 2014
The Hooten family, all the office staff and technicians at Hooten Automotive want to express our deepest sympathy. We got to know Noel thru his many years of bringing vehicles here. We are sure he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Stanley Husted II
January 15, 2014
Always enjoyed talking to Ed
and sorry to learn about his
passing. We are not able
to be there since we are
in Florida for the Winter.
January 15, 2014
Richard & Donna Dolbeer send our condolenses to the family!
Jennie
January 15, 2014
Words cannot express my sorrow in not being able to be there at the end & how much I miss you, Dad.
January 14, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robert & Kathy Zettel
January 14, 2014
Our thought and prays are with your family. Robert and Kathy Zettel old neighbors on East MadisonAve.
Jay & Carol Free/Fugate
January 14, 2014
Bev our thoughts are with you. Always enjoyed seeing Ed and sorry we can't be there to pay our respects.
January 14, 2014
Ed was such a kind, caring and giving man. It was a pleasure working with him. Will miss him. My sympathies to Bev and the rest of his family.
Scott Beals
Larry Ricketts
January 14, 2014
RIP Noel.
Ginger Hopson
January 14, 2014
Prayers to Eds family and friends. Ed was a delight and full of stories and wisdom. I even found humor in his cranky ness, and he could be cranky. I thank him for his support to Roy and I,and for his friendship.
Denise Near Barger
January 13, 2014
I first met Ed at the Public Defenders office. I really enjoyed working with him. He loved everyone....he would bring treats to all departments of the courts. Ed was so compassionate to all walks of life. He will be greatly missed. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Denise Barger Palm Coast Fla
Deborah Childress
January 13, 2014
What a genuine warm thoughtful caring man! So saddened to hear of his passing...Springfield just lost one awesome person. He will be missed he sure loved Our Hero and we loved him.
Monica Brown-Mun. Ct. Probation
January 13, 2014
Much heartfelt sympathy at this sad time.
Deanna Bennett
January 13, 2014
Dear Bev:
My heart is aching and extremely heavy. My thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences. What a wonderful and very thoughtful man he was! He will be missed!
January 13, 2014
What a wonderful caring man. We will miss him and his smile.
Jeanette Grinvalds
January 13, 2014
Ed had compassion for every person he represented in court. Working in the legal field, it was always a refreshing sight to see. He will truly be missed. Prayers to Bev, may you find peace and comfort.
Trent & Amy King
January 13, 2014
Such a kind and giving man. We'll continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.
January 13, 2014
A wonderful and caring person. He will be missed. Sincerely, Bob & Bert Druckenbroad
Ridgewood Cafe
January 13, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. R.I.P. my friend
Amanda Kincaid
January 13, 2014
Sweet, sweet Bev....I am so very sorry. I followed your PEO postings through Mom, and will continue to pray for your peace and strength. No more sorrow, no more pain...Feel the warmth of our Savior's love and compassion for you as His arms wrap around you and keep you through this time. Blessings...
January 12, 2014
May our God of all comfort and peace be with your family during this time of sadness.
Chris Moore
January 12, 2014
I am so sorry to learn of Noel's passing. He was a good friend of the Arts Council and I enjoyed know and working with him. He will be missed.
Michelle Dalton
January 12, 2014
I am so sorry Bev. Ed will be missed by all who knew him and his smile.
God bless.
January 12, 2014
Bev, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you!!! Love, Deb
January 12, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God Bless! Phyllis E. Hefler
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